Jul 16, 2023

Geraldine "Betty" Alloway, 96, of Parsons and formerly of Altamont, passed away at 9:18 a.m., Sunday, July 16, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society in Parsons.

She was born on April 4, 1927, to Lewis Efton and Thelma Cumi (Tevebaugh) Cranor in Wann, Oklahoma.  As a young girl, she grew up in the Edna area, attending the...

Jul 15, 2023

Amanda Marie Moore, 43, of Chetopa, passed away at 11:48 a.m., Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, surrounded by her loving family.

Amanda Marie Carter was born on August 29, 1979, to Mark A. and Brenda (Strickland) Carter in Miami, Oklahoma.  She grew up and attended school in Chetopa, graduating from Chetopa High School.  ...

Jul 15, 2023

James J. "Jim" Simon, 73, of Erie, passed away at 2:07 p.m., Saturday, July 15, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

James Joseph Simon was born January 29, 1950, in Wichita, Kansas, to Aloysius W. and Helen I. (Rohling) Simon.  As a young boy, he lived in Colwich, until moving with his family to Fredonia, where he...

Jul 12, 2023

David M. Cornell, 79, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society in Parsons.

David Mitchell Cornell was born on March 29, 1944, to Eldred Barker and Alpha Elizabeth (Chastain) Cornell in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Parsons High School in 1962....

Jul 11, 2023

Debbie Winkleman of rural Cherryvale KS passed away July 11, 2023, at home.

She was born March 7, 1958, in Joplin MO. Deb loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and gardening. She was a wonderful cook.

She is survived by her husband Steve; daughters Missi McMinn, Tracie Murphy, and Michelle Mack; and a...

Jul 9, 2023

James Bowman "Jimbo" Fowler, 50, of Mound Valley, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, at 9:35 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

He was born on May 3, 1973, to Albert and Linda (Wooten) Fowler in Independence, Kansas.  He was raised and attended school in Coffeyville.

For over...

Jul 9, 2023

Delores Carrie (Burmood) O'Brien, 78, of Caney, Kansas, passed away at 5:37 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Coffeyville Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Delores Carrie O'Brien was born on June 18, 1945, to Clinton and Clyta Grace (Allen) Burmood in Kearney, Nebraska.  She grew up and attended school in Shelton, Nebraska, graduating from Shelton...

Jul 8, 2023

Wanda L. Hevel, 92, of Oswego, died Saturday, July 8th at home with her family beside her. She was born January 4, 1931 in rural Chetopa to Jesse and Beatrice (Schertz) Eckles. She attended Piety Hill Elementary and graduated from Chetopa High School in 1949 as valedictorian of her class. She was married to William (Bill) Hevel on February...

Jul 8, 2023

Wilma Kathleen Nading, 64, of Chanute, passed away at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center in Chanute.

Wilma Kathleen Nading was born on November 15, 1958, to Kenneth and Wilma Kathryn (Woods) Nading in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Altamont, graduating from Labette County High School in...

Jul 8, 2023

Sherri L. Anderson, 64, of Pittsburg and formerly of Parsons, passed away at 5:51 p.m., Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Via Christi Village in Pittsburg.

Sherri Louise Collins was born on January 14, 1959, to Francis Leroy and Mable Louise (Gitchell) Collins in Parsons.  As a young girl, she grew up and attended Lincoln, Garfield and Washington...

Jul 7, 2023

Robert Leroy Burnett, 86, of Oswego, formerly a longtime resident of Galesburg, passed away at 6:55 p.m., Friday, July 7, 2023, at Oswego Health and Rehab.

Robert Leroy Burnett was born on October 24, 1936, to Elmer Burnett and Vivian (Matthews) Burnett in Kismet, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school, graduating from Kismet High School.

Jun 25, 2023

Hilton J. "Poppa" Scheanette, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Oswego Health and Rehab in Oswego, Kansas.  He was only 71 years old.  His family is deeply saddened by his death.  Hilton was born on July 15, 1951.

Hilton had the biggest heart and the most beautiful smile.  He was a private and quiet person, but...

Jun 17, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of our sweet baby Holten Kaiser Swanwick. Holten was born November 22, 2022 and passed away June 17, 2023. Although his time was way too short, his impact was great. Everyone that knew him spoke of his smile and his kind natured attitude. Holten was known for being a...

Jun 17, 2023

Everett E. Barragar, 90, of Oswego, and formerly of Golden, Missouri, and Parsons, passed away at 9:44 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Labette Health.

Everett Eugene Barragar was born on February 26, 1933, to Earl Jennings and Grace Mae (Stocker) Barragar in Independence, Kansas.  As a young boy, he moved with his family to Oswego, where...

Jun 15, 2023

Kenneth D. "Kenny" Leroy, 57, of Parsons, passed away at 10:50 p.m., Thursday, June 15, 2023, at his home.

Kenneth Dale Leroy was born on March 30, 1966, to James Wilbur and Louise Yvonne (Dickerson) Leroy in Iola, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Erie and Parsons.

For many years, Kenny worked at...

Jun 12, 2023

Karin Dressler, 62, of Edna, passed away at 9:56 a.m., Monday, June 12, 2023, at her home.

Karin Kay Triebel was born on March 25, 1961, to Robert and Frances Joan (Anderson) Triebel in Coffeyville, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Coffeyville, graduating from Field Kindley High School.  Following high school, Karin continued her education...

Jun 12, 2023

Verland E. Dringenberg, 95, of Parsons, passed away at 7:45 a.m., Monday, June 12, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society in Parsons.

Verland Eugene Dringenberg was born on April 26, 1928, to John Herrman and Iva (Snyder) Dringenberg in Galesburg, Kansas.  As a young boy, he grew up on a farm in the Galesburg area and attended...

Jun 9, 2023

William "Bill" Taylor passed away unexpectedly at age 51 on Friday, June 9. He leaves behind his devoted wife, Melinda, and his beloved children, Meredith and Tristan. Bill was born on December 12, 1971 in Chanute, Kansas to Edwin Peters and Shirley Bowker. He grew up and attended school in Chanute, graduating from Chanute High School in 1990. He...

Jun 9, 2023

Ricky L. Wolverton, 73, of Parsons, passed away at 5:01 p.m., Friday, June 9, 2023, at Labette Health Emergency Department.

Ricky Lee Wolverton was born on July 13, 1949, to Howard Leon and Henrietta (Blackburn) Wolverton in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Parsons High School in 1967.  Following high school,...

Jun 9, 2023

Gina L. Holt, 60, of Parsons, passed away at 10:39 p.m., Friday, June 9, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on December 21, 1962, to Melvin Cullom and Charlotte E. Pierce in Parsons, Kansas.  Growing up in Parsons, Gina was active throughout her school years in school activities, such as sports...