Oct 5, 2025

Charles R. "Butch" Bush, 78, of Parsons, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society of Parsons, following his fifth heart attack.  True to his spirit, he was tough as nails until the very end.

Butch was born on January 1, 1947, to Charles Melvin "Buck" and Edna (Mann) Bush in Parsons, Kansas.  He...

Oct 1, 2025

Barbara Kay Workman, 70, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at Good Samaritan Society of Parsons.

She was born on December 20, 1954, to Burris and Ardith (Moore) Milliron in Topeka, Kansas.

For a time, Barbara worked at Day and Zimmerman in Parsons.  She worked in restaurants and food service...

Sep 26, 2025

Loreen B. "Bessie" Ferguson, 96, of rural Mound Valley, was called home on the morning of Friday, September 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Bessie was born on May 3, 1929, to Jacob and Anita (Lapham) Berndt in Coolidge, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Westcliffe and Salida, Colorado, until age 16, when she...

Sep 22, 2025

John Manuel Lane, of Parsons, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025, at the age of 61.

In addition to the earned titles of son, brother, husband, father, best friend, and co-worker, John was also known as Manuel, Bugsy, Johnny Ringo, Ringo, Tango 6, JohnLane, Boss and "that guy that could fix anything".  Each of these represents a...

Sep 21, 2025

Payton D. Allen, 37, of Altamont, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, due to health complications.

Payton Dee Allen was born on August 20, 1988, to Patrick Dee Allen and Debbie O'Hara in Parsons, Kansas.  He was born with a heart defect that created health challenges throughout his entire life.

Following graduating from Labette...

Sep 18, 2025

Steven W. "Steve" Souders, 73, of Chetopa, passed away Thursday, September 18, 2025, at his residence.

Steven Wayne Souders was born on January 19, 1952, to Homer "Wayne" and Mary Frances (Martin) Souders in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up, attending and graduating from Labette County High School, class of 1970.

He was a farmer by...

Sep 18, 2025

Peggy Blackburn, 74, of Parsons, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at her home.

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

Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman.com.

Sep 14, 2025

Naomi R. Carter, 75, of Chetopa, passed away the afternoon of Sunday, September 14, 2025, at her home.

Naomi Ruth Strickland was born on July 21, 1950, to Elmer and Thelma (Lindsey) Strickland in Oswego, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Oswego, graduating from Oswego High School in 1968.

On January 30, 1970,...

Sep 11, 2025

James K. "Jim" Cook, 75, of Parsons, passed away on September 11, 2025, at Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri

James Kenneth Cook was born on June 18, 1950, to Kenneth and Helen (Aspegren) Cook in Ottawa, Kansas.  He grew up and attended elementary school in Ottawa.  After graduating from Belleville High School in Belleville, Kansas, he...

Sep 5, 2025

Timothy E. "Tim" Voorhees, 58, of Altamont, died, Friday, September 5, 2025, at his home.

Tim believed that if you were going to do something, do it shamelessly or don't do it at all. That's not to say that he never apologized - Tim apologized often and it was usually warranted. Tim was offensive and endearing in...

Sep 4, 2025

Ronald A. "Ron" Hodge, 66, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the Olathe Hospice House in Olathe.

Ron was born on March 27, 1959, to Irvin L. and Ruth E. (Sears) Hodge in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up in Parsons and attended school in Altamont.  After graduating from Labette County High...

Aug 26, 2025

Hunter Lee Simoncic, age 26, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away on August 26, 2025, while proudly serving his community as a police officer with the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department.

Born on April 16, 1999, Hunter grew up on a small farm in Galesburg, Kansas, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation...

Aug 24, 2025

Ruby DeLoris Bradley, 78, of rural Bartlett, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at her home.

Ruby DeLoris Eck was born on March 28, 1947, to Albert D. and Margaret (Johnson) Eck in Bartlett, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Bartlett, graduating from Labette County Community High School in 1965.

DeLoris and...

Aug 22, 2025

Lois M. Whitaker, 96, of Mound Valley, passed away the morning of Friday, August 22, 2025, at Advena Living of Cherryvale.

Lois Marie McNeal was born on May 14, 1929, to Ira and Beatrice (Harbour) McNeal in Lafontaine, Kansas.  As a young girl, she grew up and attended school in Lafontaine.

On December 6, 1947,...

Aug 21, 2025

Judith Lynn "Judy" Nibarger, 85, of Parsons, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

She was born on July 17, 1940, to James and Letah (Hight) Willeford in Parsons, Kansas.  As a child, she moved with her family to Galveston, Texas, for a short time, before the family returned to Parsons.  After graduating from...

Aug 13, 2025

David L. Grant, 84, of Chetopa, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at Galena Nursing Center.

David was born on February 15, 1941, in Miami, Oklahoma to Leo Grant and Mary Josephine (Trinkle) Grant.  In 1959, David graduated high school in Joplin, Missouri, where he enjoyed several hobbies with his favorite being...

Aug 11, 2025

Lee Ann Spencer, 56, of Altamont, passed away the evening of Monday, August 11, 2025, at her home.

She was born on September 19, 1968, to Jean Ann Smith-Seymour in Parsons, Kansas.  As a young girl, Lee Ann grew up and attended school in Mound Valley.  After graduating from Labette County High School in 1987, she earned...

Aug 8, 2025

John O. "Buddy" Wolfe, 81, of Chetopa, passed away the morning of Friday, August 8, 2025, at Oswego Health & Rehab.

John Owen Wolfe was born on January 22, 1944, to John and Alma (Sheffield) Wolfe in Welch, Oklahoma.

Buddy graduated from Chetopa High School. Following graduation, he attended and received his master's degrees in...

Aug 7, 2025

Kristopher J. "Kris" Vitt, 60, of rural Parsons, passed away the morning of Thursday, August 7, 2025, at his home.

Kristopher Joseph Vitt was born on November 15, 1964, to Ray and Regina (McKinney) Vitt in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school at St Patrick Catholic School K-8, graduating from Labette County High School in...

Aug 5, 2025

Betty L. "Meme" Testerman, 93, of Parsons, went home to meet her Lord on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

Betty Louise Kimrey was born on May 26, 1932, in rural Altamont, to Cecil Ray "Ray" and Edith Louise "Sis" (Rexwinkle) Kimrey.  She moved with her family to rural Craig County, Oklahoma, where she attended Plain View Grade School.  ...