Kevan L. Kinser
April 11, 2024
Kevan L. Kinser, 77, of Edna, passed away surrounded by his loving family the afternoon of Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Kevan Lee Kinser was born on September 20, 1946, to Adrain and Virginia (Wilmoth) Kinser in Miami, Oklahoma. As a young boy, he moved with his family to Kansas. ...
Jimmie L. Turner
April 10, 2024
Jimmie Lee "Teach" Turner, 78, of Parsons, passed away on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, Missouri after a courageous battle with various health issues.
Jimmie was born on April 8, 1946, in Greenville, Mississippi to Oceil and Eli Turner. Jimmie was raised by Oceil Holloway and Anderson Holloway in Greenville where...
Timothy D. Tunstall
April 9, 2024
Timothy Tunstall, 64, of Edna, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
Services will be private and are under the care of the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.
Braedin J. Voorhies
April 8, 2024
We are so sad to announce the passing of one of God's children, Braedin James Voorhies, of St. Paul, Kansas.
Braedin is the son of James and Kelly (Brown) Voorhies. He was born on July 11, 2010, and entered rest on April 8, 2024.
Braedin attended St. Paul Elementary and Junior High School. He was...
Virginia R. Beaver
April 8, 2024
Virginia R. Beaver, 93, of Olathe and formerly of Parsons, passed away at 5:35 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2024, at Overland Park Regional Hospital in Overland Park.
Virginia Ruth Gnadt was born on March 20, 1931, to Charles E. and Ethel N. (Thompson) Gnadt in Joplin, Missouri. As a young girl, she grew up and attended school...
Carl Edward Paulie
March 29, 2024
Carl E. Paulie, 70, of Parsons, passed away at 7:55 a.m., Friday, March 29, 2024, at his home.
Carl Edward Paulie was born on January 18, 1954, to John Joseph, Sr. and Theresa Marie (Westhoff) Paulie in St. Paul. He grew up and attended school in St. Paul.
For a time, he worked for the...
Mark D. Smith
March 23, 2024
Mark D. Smith, 71, of Olathe, and formerly of McCune, Kansas, passed away the evening of Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, following a serious illness.
Mark Douglas Smith was born on December 31, 1952, to Max A. and Helen E. (Knowles) Smith in Sedan, Kansas, the youngest of three boys. He grew...
Clyde L. Longan
March 22, 2024
Clyde Lee Longan, 81, of Altamont, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 22, 2024.
He was born on March 8, 1943, to Carl and Fay (West) Longan in Springfield, Missouri. As a young boy, he grew up and attended school in Springfield, graduating from Central High School. He later earned an Associate's degree in Mechanical...
Barbara M. Westhoff
March 16, 2024
Barbara M. Westhoff, 78, of Parsons, passed away at 7:10 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Valley Villa Nursing Home in Wamego, Kansas.
Barbara Marie Gale was born on November 21, 1945, to William Henry and Helen Barbara (Ferguson) Gale in Parsons, Kansas. She grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Parsons High School in...
Barbara A. Burnett
March 10, 2024
Barbara A. Burnett, 75, of Benton, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, with her loving husband by her side. Barbara Anita Ferguson was born in Independence, Kansas on September 18th, 1948 to Fred and Bessie Ferguson. Barbara grew up on a farm in Mound Valley with her two younger brothers, Gene and Jerry. She graduated from Labette...
Opal Louise Norris
March 4, 2024
Louise Hughes Norris left this earthly world on Monday, March 4, 2024, following a brief illness. In her 94 years, she lived life of faith and gratitude, sharing her love of Christ with everyone she met.
Opal Louise Hughes was born September 4,1929 at a farmhouse in rural Galesburg, Kansas. She was the daughter of Roleigh Francis...
Mary Kay Ramsey
March 4, 2024
Mary Kay Ramsey, 85, of Wichita and former long-time Parsons resident, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024. She began her final trip after a life of devotion to God, family and country.
Mary Kay Ramsey was born on July 30, 1938, to K. Clinton and Mary Esther (Gahagan) Ramsey in Parsons, Kansas. She grew up in Parsons...
Barbara J. Wass
March 3, 2024
Barbara J. Wass, 54, of Oologah, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at her home.
There will be a graveside service at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 11, 2024, at Harmony Grove Cemetery near Dennis.
Services are under the care of the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.
Twila D. Beery
March 3, 2024
Twila D. Beery, 66, of Altamont, passed away the evening of Sunday, March 3, 2024, at her home.
Twila Diane Gobin was born on October 18, 1957, to Darrel Gobin in Wichita, Kansas.
She was united in marriage to Dennis Mitchell Beery, who survives of the home. Her entire life centered around her family and...
Christopher L. Carnahan
March 3, 2024
Christopher Lee "Chris" Carnahan, passed from this life on March 3, 2024, and entered a place of true peace and unconditional love.
Chris was born in Parsons, Kansas, on January 31, 1972, and from the moment he come into this world, he brought great joy to those that knew and loved him. He was a happy baby...
Zachary D. Steig
February 29, 2024
Zachary Steig, 26, of rural Cherryvale, passed away the afternoon of Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Labette Health in Parsons.
Zachary Dennis Steig was born on January 4, 1998, in Wichita, Kansas. His life was a testament of love. As a baby, Zachary was the victim of Shaken Baby Syndrome. He was adopted by his caregiver, Amy...
Lowell W. Wooten
February 23, 2024
Lowell Wayne Wooten, 73, of Mound Valley, peacefully passed away the morning of Friday, February 23, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He grew up in a large family, the youngest of 15 children. Wayne loved visiting with his family and friends. He also enjoyed going fishing.
Survivors include:
His...
Phyllis A. Pracht
February 23, 2024
Phyllis A. Pracht, 80, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Friday, February 23, 2024, at the Parsons Presbyterian Manor.
Phyllis Ann Westhoff was born on January 18, 1944, to Bernard and Louise F. (Baldwin) Westhoff in Parsons, Kansas. She grew up in Parsons, attending St. Patrick Catholic School. After graduating from St. Patrick Catholic High School...
Christina M. Timm Zentz
February 22, 2024
Christina Michal Timm Zentz, 50, of Parsons, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024. She is survived by her devoted husband, Edward Zentz, and loving son, Johnathan Zentz, of the home.
No service has been planned at this time. Cremation is under the care of the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.
Marion P. Leistikow
February 20, 2024
Marion P. Leistikow, 80, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at her home.
Marion Patricia Franklin was born on March 6, 1943, to Guy David and Edna Mary (McKnight) Franklin in rural Parsons. She grew up and attended school in rural Parsons at Oak Grove Country School, graduating from Erie High School...
