Obituaries

Judith Ann Johnson

Judith Ann Johnson

Sep 5, 2024

Judith Ann Johnson, age 80, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away on September 5, 2024, in her hometown of Independence, Kansas. Born on September 21, 1943, Judy lived a life full of kindness and love, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Judy was raised in Independence, Kansas where she graduated high school. On...

Noah Edward Corish

Noah Edward Corish

Aug 29, 2024

Noah Edward Corish, affectionately known as Nonka, was born on January 24, 2006, in Coffeyville, Kansas, and passed away on August 29, 2024, in Independence, Kansas. He was a vibrant young man whose humor and zest for life brought joy to everyone around him.

Noah had a passion for video games and loved to immerse himself in the pages of his...

Matthew David Sumner

Matthew David Sumner

Aug 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Matthew who went home to be with the Lord on August 25th at the age of 40. Though his time on Earth was far too short, Matthew lived a life full of love, faith, and unwavering devotion to those around him.

Born on January 22, 1984, Matthew was...

Virginia Iris Davis

Virginia Iris Davis

Jul 29, 2024

Ginny was born on April 12, 1955, in Sedan, Kansas to Henry and Sarah Alice Logsdon Beck. Ginny had one brother Marvin Long, and three sisters Margie Sue Ewart, Louise Littlepage and Alice Seifert. Ginny was raised in Independence Kansas and that’s where she attended school, played sports and made a life for herself, and her family. 

In 1972, Ginny married...

Lavern Joseph Legleiter

Lavern Joseph Legleiter

Jul 24, 2024

LaVern Joseph Legleiter passed away on July 24, 2024, in assisted living surrounded by the love of his daughter. He was born on May 5, 1934, in Liebenthal, Kansas.

On August 26, 1966, he married the love of his life Joyce Klocke in Miami, Oklahoma and proceeded to raise two beautiful daughters they were so proud of.

In 1993, LaVern retired after...

Rosalee Sutton

Rosalee Sutton

Jul 20, 2024

Rosalee (Bradley) Sutton was born March 5, 1945, in Coffeyville, Kansas. She passes away from this life on July 20, 2024. She was member of the Community Christian Church.

Upon graduating from Independence High School, she married her high school sweetheart Johnny Lynn Sutton. She worked at Emerson Electric for 19 years and would retire from there. Rosalee had a love...

Eugene Hollis Musgrove

Eugene Hollis Musgrove

Jul 19, 2024

Eugene Hollis Musgrove was born April 21, 1951 in Independence, KS. He is the second child of Cleona Marilla (Reynolds) and Hollis Mont Musgrove. He graduated from Independence High School in 1969 and later completed his Bachelor of Accounting degree at Pittsburg State College in 1973. After college graduation he married Linda Ann Vail and they lived in Wichita, KS....

Vernon Stewart Brewster

Vernon Stewart Brewster

Jul 13, 2024

On this day, July 13, 2024, at 3:03am, Vernon Stewart Brewster passed away due to his declining health. He was 90 years old. 

Born 10 September 1933, in Sedan, Kansas to Willard Clyde Brewster and Clara Madge Brewster. Vernon was living in Winfield, KS at the Cumbernauld Village Retirement Home at the time of his passing. 

He was predeceased by his wife...

Hazel Marie Schafer

Hazel Marie Schafer

Jul 3, 2024

Hazel Marie (Gallup) Botts Schafer was born at home in Independence, Kansas, on September 18, 1926, to Vernon and Martha (Ballenger) Gallup. She had three sisters and two brothers Vernon "Buddy" Gallup, Billy Gene Gallup, Mary Gallup Mitchell, Freda Mae Gallup, and Gaylee Gallup Bedell. 

Hazel married Cecil William Botts on September 17, 1943, in Fredonia, Kansas, and they would have...

Joyce Mae Legleiter

Joyce Mae Legleiter

Jul 1, 2024

Joyce Mae (Klocke) Legleiter, passed away on July 1, 2024 at her home surrounded by the love of her daughters. She was born on May 28, 1939, in Marion, Kansas. 

On August 26, 1966, Joyce married her husband LaVern Legleiter in Miami, Oklahoma and together they watched their two children and three grandchildren grow up. 

Joyce had a passion for life reflected...

Jessica LeAnn Gilchrist

Jessica LeAnn Gilchrist

Jun 30, 2024

Jessica LeAnn Gilchrist, age 43 of Independence, Kansas passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the St. John Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jessica was an Organ Donor and her gift went immediately to 3 recipients, plus others. The Hospital staff gave her what they called “a heroes acknowledgement with the walk of honor”.

Jessica was born April 29, 1981 in Garden...

Mary Lou Tucker

Mary Lou Tucker

Jun 26, 2024

Mary Lou Tucker, born Mary Lou Henderson on May 22, 1936, in Severy, Kansas, peacefully passed away on June 26, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Mary Lou dedicated 36 years of her life to her career at Echlin after working at Electra before retiring in 2000. Her hard work and dedication have undoubtedly...

Mary O'Dell Clayton

Mary O'Dell Clayton

Jun 25, 2024

Mary O'Dell Clayton (Mahan) was born on November 9, 1930, in Bunger, Texas. She peacefully passed away on June 25 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Mary was a beloved wife to Bruce Clayton and a devoted mother to her daughter Linda Jean Henning and son Arthur Jay...

Shirley L. Hosier

Shirley L. Hosier

Jun 20, 2024

Shirley Loraine Hosier, age 86, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Presbyterian Manor. She was born July 15, 1937, in Independence, KS to Harold (Bud) and Viola (Hinman) Romine.

Shirley attended school in Independence. She worked several jobs throughout her life. She worked in the office of JCPenney for many years and worked as a bank teller for many...

Delores Roldan

Delores Roldan

Jun 15, 2024

Delores Rebecca Roldan, 82, of Independence, Kansas passed away at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Delores was born on November 6, 1941, to Emanuel Martinez and Maria (Leon) Martinez in Chanute, Kansas. She attended St. Andrews School and had an absolute love for life. Delores married John Roldan in 1966, but they later divorced in...

Glen Olen Sutton

Glen Olen Sutton

Jun 13, 2024

Glen Olen Sutton, 74, Neodesha, Kansas passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at home. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Potts Chapel and a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Zion Lutheran Church in Independence, Kansas. Memorial in honor of Glen may be made to Harry Hynes Memorial...

Kandie Lee Maples-Prince

Kandie Lee Maples-Prince

May 26, 2024

Kandie Lee (Maples) Prince, 59 of Independence, Kansas, passed away May 26th, 2024, at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas surrounded by her loved ones.

Kandie was born January 10th, 1965, in Columbia, Missouri to William Earl Maples and Carol (Cochran) Maples. She lived her childhood and young adult years in the Girard and Pittsburg area. She was united in marriage to...

Jack D. Lewis

Jack D. Lewis

May 25, 2024

Jack D. Lewis (lovingly known as “Apple Jack”), 89, of Caney, Kansas, passed away from this world in peace surrounded by his family on May 25, 2024, in Independence, Kansas. He will be sorely missed and forever in our hearts. He was a great role model, mentor, loving best buddy, and a significant father figure that impacted many lives.

Jack was...

Leah Virginia Dunham

Leah Virginia Dunham

Apr 26, 2024

On Friday, April 26, 2024, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Leah Viriginia Dunham passed away at Wilson Medical Center surrounded by her family.

Leah Virginia Dunham was born on November 12, 1933 in rural Havana, Kansas to Buryl and Vesta (Woodworth) Payne. Virginia graduated from Elk City High School in Elk City, Kansas. On July 5, 1952, Viriginia married George Bruce...

Peter Hamblin Jr.

Peter Hamblin Jr.

Apr 26, 2024

Peter Hamblin Jr

September 13th 1962-April 26 2024. Passed away suddenly at home.

Beloved husband of Brenda Hamblin

(Jackson). Loving father of April (Ted) Farnham. And the late Amanda L.

Hamblin. Brother of Steve (Linda) Hamblin. Also preceded in death by his parents. Peter Hamblin Sr. and Shirley Sargent.

Peter loved hunting and his dogs. Peter was also past treasurer of the Cattaraugus County coon club. A...

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