Nov 27, 2023

Brandon Hardwick, 39, of Parsons, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, at his home.

Brandon Allen Hardwick was born on March 29, 1984, to Carvin Allen and Beverly Ann (Jones) Hardwick in Houston, Texas.

Over the years, Brandon installed and built tanks.  He was a member of the Boilermakers Union for 15 years and...

Nov 25, 2023

James D. Baker, 67, of Parsons, died Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Labette Health.

Complete obituary details and funeral arrangements will be announced by the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons.

Nov 23, 2023

Lawrence Eugene "Larry" O'Brien, 91, of Altamont, Kansas, died at Labette Health, Thursday, November 23, 2023.

Larry was born November 23, 1932 in Independence, Kansas, to Paul Otis O'Brien and Lois Matilda (Johnson) O'Brien. He attended Labette County schools and graduated from Labette County Community High School in Altamont in 1952.

On Oct. 18, 1952,...

Nov 20, 2023

Sandra F. "Sandy" Fox, 71, of McCune, passed away at 11:05 p.m., Monday, November 20, 2023, surrounded by love from her family.

Sandra Faye Meyer was born on July 3, 1952, to John and Ida (Hahn) Meyer.  As a young girl, she grew up and attended school in North Dakota, graduating from high school in Wing, North...

Nov 19, 2023

Larry Myers, 82, of Parsons, passed away at 3:41 p.m., Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

There will be a graveside service at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at East Bethany Cemetery north of Parsons.  Military honors will be presented by the Brown-Bishop, VFW Post 704.

Nov 12, 2023

Paul F. Lynch, Jr., 70, of rural Parsons, passed away at 6:45 p.m., Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Prairie Mission Retirement Village in St. Paul.

Paul Francis Lynch was born on June 16, 1953, to Paul F. and Esther Mae (Hare) Lynch in Wichita, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in St. Paul, graduating from St....

Nov 10, 2023

Carolyn J. Dumm, 89, of Springfield, Missouri, and formerly of Altamont, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Cox Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.

Carolyn Jean Welch was born on March 30, 1934, to Clark M. and Pauline (Goodrich) Welch in Wichita, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Wichita.  Following high school, she earned a...

Nov 8, 2023

James A. "Jim" Gerdes, 85, of Altamont, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at his home.

James Arthur Gerdes was born on August 8, 1938, at home (1306 Roosevelt) in Coffeyville, Kansas, to James C. and Inez Mae (Kriebel) Gerdes. He grew up and attended schools in Parsons; Stillwater, Oklahoma; Corpus Christi, Texas; National City, California;...

Nov 4, 2023

Larry Ray Burnett, 80, of Kansas City, MO (formerly Parsons KS) passed away Saturday morning, November 4, 2023, surrounded by his family.

Larry was born on April 19, 1943, in Indianola, IA to Delbert and Beulah Burnett. He grew up in Indianola and attended Indianola High School where he met the love of his life, Joyce Little....

Nov 2, 2023

Verl R. Brownewell, 70, of rural Mound Valley, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at his home.

Verl Ray Brownewell was born on March 26, 1953, to Earl and Fayrene (Bircher) Brownewell in Oswego.  He grew up and attended school in the Mound Valley area, graduating from Labette County High School in 1971.

For...

Oct 30, 2023

Linda L. Stump, 77, of Parsons, passed away at 9:00 p.m., Monday, October 30, 2023, at Elm Haven Nursing Home in Parsons.

Linda Lou Crawshaw was born on March 31, 1946, to Thomas Jr. and Agnes Lucille (Shue) Crawshaw in Parsons.  She grew up and attended school in Galesburg.

Over the years, Linda worked as...

Oct 28, 2023

Fr. Richard W. McCandless, 90, of Parsons, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

Richard William "Dick" McCandless was born on November 23, 1932, to Richard and Mildred St. Clair (Hutchinson) McCandless in Mitchell, South Dakota.  He grew up and attended school in South Dakota.  In 1954, Richard earned a Bachelor's degree from the...

Oct 26, 2023

Alan R. Conard, 73, of Chetopa, passed away at 8:20 a.m., Thursday, October 26, 2023.

Alan Ray Conard was born on July 29, 1950, to Raymond Dean and Bonnie Lou (Hatfield) Conard in Oswego, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in rural Cherokee county, graduating from Columbus High School in 1968.

Over the years,...

Oct 25, 2023

William A. "Waddie" Dressler, 61, of Edna, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at his home.

William Arthur Dressler was born on November 18, 1961, to Franklin and Melva (Richards) Dressler in Lawrence, Kansas.

Following high school, Waddie worked at Standard Motors on the general assembly line for many years.  After suffering a major heart...

Oct 24, 2023

MaryLea Ashcraft, 93, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at Parsons Presbyterian Manor.

MaryLea Braden was born on July 19, 1930, to Guy and Pearl (Francis) Braden in rural Chanute, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in St. Paul, graduating from St. Paul High School.

For many years, MaryLea...

Oct 18, 2023

Gail M. Gallo, 72, of Parsons, passed away at 9:05 a.m., Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at ElmHaven East in Parsons.

Gail Marie Wolverton was born on August 31, 1951, to H. Leon and Henrietta (Blackburn) Wolverton in Parsons.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Parsons Senior High School in 1969.  In 1971, Gail...

Oct 15, 2023

Sheila I. Pennington, 58, of Bartlett, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023, at her home.

Sheila Illene Shelton was born on October 3, 1965, to Ernest Allen and Cora Illene (LaPee) Shelton in Columbus, Kansas.  She grew up in the Labette County area.

Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her...

Oct 8, 2023

Alan Miller 75, of Parsons, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Elm Haven East, Parsons, KS surrounded by his family.

Alan was born on October 29, 1947, to Bobby and June (Wing) Miller in Joplin, MO.  Alan attended Meadow View Grade School, graduating from Labette County Community High School in 1965. Following graduation, Alan attended Labette...

Oct 4, 2023

Rex E. Kesler, 64, lifelong Mound Valley resident and well-respected local photographer, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at his home.  His death was unexpected.

Rex Eugene Kesler was born on March 1, 1959, to Harry Eugene and Neva L. (Shomber) Kesler in Parsons, Kansas.  He was a very proud Mound Valley Grade School graduate, class of...

Sep 30, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Skyler N. Ryan, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, and friend.  Skyler passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at her home in Altamont, Kansas.

Skyler Nichole Peak was born on February 24,1999, in Girard, Kansas, to her proud parents, Donny and Susie (Kruse)...