August 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...

August 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...

August 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...

August 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...

August 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...

August 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.  ...

August 5, 2025

Edward L. Heinrichsmeier, 85, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, in Parsons, Kansas.  Born on October 21, 1939, Ed was a deeply loved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.

Ed led a life rooted in the values of hard work, simplicity, and lending a hand.  Over the years, he found his joy spending time with family and...

August 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...

August 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...

July 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.

July 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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July 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...

July 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...

July 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.  ...

July 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.

July 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...

June 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...

June 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...

June 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...

June 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...