Aug 2, 2025

Lester Lewis, 84, of Altamont, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at his home.

Lester Lee Lewis was born on August 27, 1940, to Roy Lester and Ruth (Cummins) Lewis in Hamilton, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in the Hamilton area, graduating from Hamilton High School in 1958.  Following high school, he attended vocational...

Aug 1, 2025

Luxie A. Garretson, 85, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away the morning of Friday, August 1, 2025, at Delmar Gardens of Lenexa.

Luxie Ann Wilson was born on August 13, 1939, to Levi Alison and Edith Helen (Nelson) Wilson in Moundridge, Kansas. She lived in McPherson, Kansas, until the age of 7, then moved to Galesburg, Kansas, where...

Jul 26, 2025

Darold D. Lee, 75, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society in Parsons.

There will be a graveside service at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 4, 2025, at Fort Scott National Cemetery in Fort Scott.

Jul 21, 2025

Gay Ann Santos, 79, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Monday, July 21, 2025, at Freeman West in Joplin.

Gay Ann Leatherland was born on October 6, 1945, to Pete and Mary (Brogden) Leatherland in Washington, Missouri.  After graduating from Dewey High School in Dewey, Oklahoma, Gay attended Oklahoma State University for one year.

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Jul 18, 2025

Wilma J. Ruttgen, age 94, of Parsons, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025. She was born on June 27, 1931, in Oswego, Kansas. On February 22, 1952, she and Robert Ruttgen were united in marriage.

Wilma spent her life grounded in faith and guided by a deep commitment to serving others. A dedicated member of...

Jul 18, 2025

Frankie A. "John Wayne" Reyes, 91, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Friday, July 18, 2025, at his home.

Frankie Alfred Reyes was born on June 17, 1934, to Angel and Luciana (Lazarin) Reyes in Cherryvale.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons and Cherryvale.  After graduating from high school, Frankie joined the United States...

Jul 13, 2025

Gary L. Carnahan, 74, a lifelong resident of Altamont, Kansas, passed away at 12:25 a.m., on Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, Missouri, following a brief, but courageous, battle with cancer.

He was born November 20, 1950, in Parsons, Kansas to Glen D. and Velma A. (Solomon) Carnahan.  ...

Jul 7, 2025

Anita Thresse Harden Shufelt, 101, of Edna, went home to be with her Lord, July 7, 2025.

Anita was born December 9, 1923, in Edna, Kansas, to Walter and Dorsie (Fahler) Harden.  Anita graduated from Edna High School in 1942 and married Verl Shufelt April 26, 1943.  Verl preceded her in death on March 21, 2017.

Jul 1, 2025

Nikilas T. "Nick" Hall, 17, of McCune, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Nikilas Tilar Hall was born on January 25, 2008, to Phillip Wilson and Kayla Hall in Parsons, Kansas.  For most of his life, he was raised by his great aunt and uncle, Dianna and Donald Nading and...

Jun 26, 2025

Ione Ann Forbes

March 26, 1949 – June 26, 2025

In the Jubilee Year of Hope, Ione Ann Forbes entered eternal rest on June 26, 2025, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 76 years old.

Born in Parsons, Kansas, on March 26, 1949, Ione was the daughter...

Jun 26, 2025

Phillip R. Long, 81, of McCune, passed away the morning of Thursday, June 26, 2025, at his home.

Phillip Ray Long was born on July 9, 1943, to Alvin Leroy and Lula Belle (Dixon) Long in McCune, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in McCune, graduating from McCune High School in 1962.

Following high...

Jun 25, 2025

Darlene L. Brown, 92, of Altamont, passed away the morning of Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Advena Living of Cherryvale.

Darlene Lula Conrad was born on November 8, 1932, to Elwood and Margaret (Burnell) Conrad in Derby, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Derby, graduating from Derby High School in 1952.

On July...

Jun 20, 2025

Patricia Ann (Burk) Beach

Born in Tacoma, Washington June 3, 1955

Died in Parsons, Kansas June 20, 2025

Patricia Ann Beach—Pat to most, Mom to a few, grandma to more and "Oh no, not her again" to at least one neighbor, peacefully passed away at the age of 70 surrounded by family. We...

Jun 19, 2025

James E. "Jim" Comer, IV, 65, of Parsons, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025, at his home.

James Edward Comer was born on June 13, 1960, to James Edward and Dixie (Slane) Comer, III, in San Jose, California.

For almost 40 years, Jim enjoyed his job as a welder at Ruskins Manufacturing in Parsons.

Jun 19, 2025

Susan Lynn (Hevel) Souders, 71, of Altamont died on June 19th, 2025, in her home surrounded by her family.  She was born on June 17th, 1954, in Oswego, Kansas to Bill and Wanda (Eckles) Hevel. She attended school in Oswego, Kansas, elementary through high school where she graduated as Salutatorian of her class in 1972. She graduated from Labette...

Jun 18, 2025

Kollin Lee Showalter, 12, of Erie, passed away in an accident, Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

Kollin was born on May 7, 2013, to Marc Randall Showalter and Stephanie Michelle Peavy Showalter in Parsons, Kansas.  He recently completed his sixth-grade year in school at Galesburg Middle School.

He attended the First Christian Church of Erie.

Jun 13, 2025

Gary L. Harris, 81, of Parsons, passed away Friday evening, June 13, 2025, at his residence.

Gary Lee Harris was born on August 7, 1943, to James Lee and Mayvis Eleanor (Paist) Harris in Parsons, Kansas. He attended Washington Elementary School (as did his children), Parsons Junior High School, and Parsons High School. He earned an associates...

Jun 6, 2025

Blake A. Pilkington, 50, of Parsons, passed away at 8:45 p.m., Friday, June 6, 2025, at Labette Health.

Blake Pilkington was born on October 17, 1974, to Harley G. Pilkington and Belinda (Allen) Fitzjohn in Independence, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Mound Valley and Altamont. He graduated from LCHS in 1993. Blake joined the...

May 30, 2025

Goldie Fay (Reed) Kiister passed away May 30th, 2025, in Columbus, Kansas after an illness. She was born to Alvin and Mable (Nation) Reed on June 20, 1933, in Rich Hill, Missouri. Often forced to live with others growing up, she was staying with her sister Lorene and brother-in-law Lelin George on their farm when she met a milk...

May 29, 2025

Charles L. "Charlie" Middleton, 86, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Elmhaven East in Parsons.

Charles Lee Middleton was born on July 28, 1938, to John Edward and Viola Mae (Walls) Middleton in Thayer, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Thayer, graduating from Thayer High School in 1957.