Oct 27, 2025

Kathleen Gerdes, 81, of Altamont, passed away the afternoon of Monday, October 27, 2025, at her home.

Kathleen Sue Beaty was born on August 11, 1944, to Evert Cleon and Frankie Virginia (Conklin) Beaty in San Diego, California.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons.  After graduating from high school, Kathleen attended Kansas State University for...

Oct 25, 2025

Kenneth E. "Hungry" Strickland, 89, of Columbus, passed away surrounded by his family, Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Freeman West, Joplin, Missouri.

Kenneth Eugene Strickland was born on March 30, 1936, to Walter and Minnie Belle (Needham) Strickland in rural Oswego, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Chetopa, graduating in 1954 from Chetopa High School....

Oct 20, 2025

Barbara A. Mattox, 86, of Mound Valley, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025.  She was born on February 18, 1939, in Oswego, Kansas.

On March 7, 1961, Barbara married the love of her life, Bob Mattox, in Miami, Oklahoma.  Together they built a beautiful life and raised eight children.

Barbara was known for her...

Oct 18, 2025

Johnny Dwayne Sandusky of Altamont went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 18, 2025, at the age of 79.  Johnny was baptized into Christ and was a member of the Christ Church of Labette County in Altamont.

Johnny was born February 11, 1946, in Des Moines, Iowa, to parents Pernal and Mildred (Cottle) Sandusky.  ...

Oct 16, 2025

Norman Rich, 72, of Parsons, passed away the morning of Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Labette Health in Parsons.  He is survived by his wife, Karen, of the home.

The graveside service with military honors will be at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the Kansas Veteran's Cemetery in Winfield, Kansas.

Oct 12, 2025

DeLoma Kay Griggs (Workman), 83, of Parsons, passed away in her sleep, on the evening of Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Elmhaven in Parsons, Kansas.

DeLoma Kay Workman was born on August 19, 1942, to Plesie and Gladys Workman (Goss) in Elk Falls, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons, until moving with her family...

Oct 10, 2025

In Eternal Memory of Promise Carl Anthony Fontelroy, born and returned to Heaven on October 10, 2025. Before time uncurled its fingers, Heaven whispered "Promise." His life was a sacred breath  brief on earth, eternal in the heavens. Beloved son of Kieanna Renae and Audric Anthony Fontelroy, treasured brother of Mia D., Kovaah S., Khalaya S., Esméralda K., and...

Oct 9, 2025

Charlotte A. Merrill, 81, of Parsons, passed away the afternoon of Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Labette Health.

Charlotte Aretha Farran was born on September 3, 1944, to Charles W. and Edith (Guy) Farran in Parsons, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in Parsons.

Family was the center of Charlotte's life.  She dedicated her...

Oct 7, 2025

William "Bill" Durrett, 68, of Parsons, passed away at 1:42 p.m., Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

He was born on November 11, 1956.  ON VETERANS DAY!  He believed that the Veterans Day parade was done in his honor every year and he had to attend.

Bill grew up and lived...

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...