November 11, 2025

Jennifer Ellen "Jennie" Stevenson, 50, of Parsons, Kansas, left this world on November 11, 2025 her journey complete after a brief illness.

Born on September 18, 1975, in Parsons to Frank Stevenson and Diana (Riffel) Stevenson, Jennie grew up in Topeka as the youngest and only daughter with two older brothers. Life was not always easy for...

November 6, 2025

Retired First Sergeant, Henry A. Gatewood Jr., 84, passed away the morning of Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Labette Health in Parsons.

Henry Arthur Gatewood was born on July 6, 1941, to Henry and Maxine Laura Lee (Darkis) Gatewood in Parsons.  While growing up in Parsons, he attended Douglass School and graduated from Parsons West High School.  ...

November 1, 2025

Craig E. Basoco, 61, of Chetopa, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, at his home.

Craig Ernest Basoco was born on September 15, 1964, to Ernest Jasso and Patricia Marie (Price) Basoco in Los Angeles, California.  He grew up and attended school in southern California.  After completing his freshman year in high school, he moved with his...

October 28, 2025

Raymond Paulie, 68, of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at his home.

He was born on October 8, 1957, to John Joseph Paulie, Sr. and Theresa Marie (Westhoff) Paulie in Parsons.  He grew up and attended school in St. Paul.

Most of his working career, he worked for the Neosho County...

October 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...

October 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....

October 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...

October 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.  ...

October 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.

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

October 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...

September 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...

September 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...

September 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...

September 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...

September 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.