Apr 18, 2025

Frankie R. Hite, 94, of rural Parsons, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025, at her home.

Frankie Rose Ware was born on November 9, 1930, to Omer and Pearl (Wilson) Ware in Altamont, Kansas.  She grew up and attended school in rural Altamont, graduating from Labette County Community High School in 1948.

For a...

Apr 17, 2025

Randy A. Erb, 67, of Chetopa, passed away the evening of Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Labette Health.

Randy Alan Erb was born on September 29, 1957, to Robert and Barbra (Granet) Erb in Allegan, Michigan.

On January 13, 1984, Randy and Teresa L. Barker were united in marriage in Watonga, Oklahoma.  The couple moved...

Apr 10, 2025

Joseph M. "Mike" Underwood, 79, of rural Edna, passed away the evening of Thursday, April 10, 2025, at his home.

Joseph Michael Underwood was born on January 30, 1946, to Joseph Basil and Bernadine Gayle (Price) Underwood in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Parsons, graduating from Labette County Community High School in 1964....

Apr 8, 2025

Karen Joyce Orand, 71, of rural Edna, passed away the afternoon of Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at her home.

For over 30 years, Karen worked at the Walmart in Coffeyville

She attended the Crossroad Community Church in Jennings, Oklahoma.

Karen's greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She...

Apr 4, 2025

Peggy Jean (Piatt) Paden, 92, longtime resident of Chetopa, passed away on April 4, 2025 at Westgate at Wildwood Ranch in Joplin, Missouri. She was born October 28, 1932 in Butler, Missouri to Grover C. and Nadine Elizabeth (Hammers) Piatt.  The family lived in Missouri until Peggy was nine, when they relocated to Chetopa.  She was a 1950 graduate...

Apr 3, 2025

Barbara E. Taylor, 100, of Edna, passed away the afternoon of Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Labette Health in Parsons

Barbara Ellen Sammetinger was born on August 8, 1924, to Walter and Mable (Waugh) Sammetinger in rural Edna.  Barbara was a native of Edna and graduated from Edna High School.  She received her pilot's license in 1948...

Apr 1, 2025

Ronald Dale Caple, born on September 25, 1958, passed away on April 1, 2025, at his home in Parsons.  He lived life to the fullest, embracing each day with a spirit of adventure and love.

Ronald had a lifelong passion for learning, and his education in various fields enriched his lives and the lives of those around...

Mar 29, 2025

David C. Holt, 72, of Parsons, passed away at 8:30 p.m., Saturday, March 29, 2025, at his home.

David Charles Holt was born on February 10, 1953, to Hazel McClosky in Parsons, Kansas.  For many years, David worked as a personal care attendant.

He had a big personality and a great smile that lit up...

Mar 25, 2025

Patrick D. "Pat" Allen, 62, of Parsons, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at his home.  His death was unexpected.

Patrick Dee Allen was born on September 28, 1962, to George Dee and Mary Ruth (Wilson) Allen in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up in Parsons and attended Meadow View Grade School and graduated from Labette County High...

Mar 23, 2025

Jerry N. McGuirk, 84, of Chetopa, passed away the afternoon of Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Oswego Health and Rehab in Oswego.

Jerry Neil McGuirk was born on November 25, 1940, to Claude and Dorothy (Myers) McGuirk in Galena, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Chetopa, graduating from Chetopa High School.

For three...

Mar 22, 2025

Shirley Ann (O'Hara) Casey, age 89, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend of rural Oswego, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the Oswego Health and Rehab Community.

She found strength in prayer, comfort in scripture readings, and peace in the promise of eternal life.

She was born April 10, 1935, in...

Mar 15, 2025

Stephen E. "Steve" Workman, 80, died Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Elmhaven, Parsons, KS.

Steve was born March 6, 1945, in Parsons, KS, to James F. and Anne C. (Munding) Workman. He was one of eight children.

Steve attended St. Patrick's School for thirteen years (K-12). He went to Labette Community College for two years...

Mar 13, 2025

Ron Slabaugh, 82, of rural Altamont, passed away peacefully in his home the morning of March 13, 2025.

Ronald Bruce "Ron" Slabaugh was born on August 25, 1942, to Garold Lloyd Slabaugh and Gladys Estella (Swift) Slabaugh in Emporia, Kansas. He grew up on the Z-Bar Ranch and attended school in Strong City, Kansas.

After...

Mar 12, 2025

Josh R. McGuire, 42, of Mound Valley, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin.

Josh Ray McGuire was born on April 6, 1982, to Jacky Ray and Wanda L. (McNickle) McGuire in Coffeyville.  He grew up and attended school in Mound Valley, graduating from Labette County High School in 2000.  He attended...

Mar 3, 2025

Joe M. Feagan, 88, of rural Altamont, went home to be with the Lord at 7:20 a.m., Monday, March 3, 2025, at Girard Medical Center.

Joe Melvin Feagan was born on February 18, 1937, to Jess A. and Hazel (Gibson) Feagan in Columbus, Kansas.  As a young boy, he moved with his family to Columbus, where he...

Mar 2, 2025

Joyce Aileen (Camren) Zinn, 84, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas, after being in failing health for several years.  Joyce had resided at the Good Samaritan Society in Parsons.

Joyce was born on June 2, 1940, in Chautauqua, Kansas, to Charles Virgil and Lela Rue (Avery) Camren.  The family moved from...

Mar 1, 2025

David L. Gwartney, 76, of Parsons, passed away at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Parsons Presbyterian Manor.

Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home of Parsons is handling arrangements.

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

Mar 1, 2025

Chauncey Elton Shepard, passed away on March 1, 2025 at Prairie Mission Retirement Village, St. Paul, Kansas.

Chauncey was the fifth of six children born to Arthur Moses Shepard and Eva Mae (Powell) Shepard on March 11, 1940, in rural St. Paul, Kansas.

Chauncey was a 1958 graduate of McCune High School, where he participated...

Feb 23, 2025

Rick Fultz, 71, of Cherryvale, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

He was born on April 15, 1953, to Darrel D. and Beryl D. (Wheat) Fultz in Parsons, Kansas.  He grew up and attended school in Raymore, Missouri and Altamont, Kansas, graduating from Labette County High School in 1971....

Feb 17, 2025

Barbara L. Boice, 86, of Parsons, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at her home.

Barbara Louise Mosler was born on July 13, 1938, to Ray Emmanuel and Marjorie Allene (Camper) Mosler in Parsons, Kansas.  She attended the Gore School in rural Oswego until 4th grade and then Pioneer School in Altamont, graduating from Labette County...