Obituaries
Sik Chun "Jeannie" Mah
Dec 28, 2025
Sik Chun “Jeannie” Mah, 85, Independence, Kansas passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Wilson County Medical Center in Neodesha, Kansas. Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas.
Jeannie was born in Canton, China and relocated to Topeka, Kansas at a youthful age with her husband Don...
Donald D. Jesseph
Dec 27, 2025
Donald (Don) D. Jesseph, age 89, passed away from this world on December 27, 2025. Don was born at home on January 15, 1936, in Milan, Kansas, to Lester Paul and Gladys Beatrice (Reneau) Jesseph.
Don grew up in the Peru and Argonia, Kansas, areas. Having graduated from Argonia High School in 1954. After High School, Don joined the marines, serving...
John E. Hinrichs
Dec 18, 2025
John Edward Hinrichs, 89, passed away on December 18, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1936, to Carl William Hinrichs and Ethel Maeona Powell. John was raised in La Fontaine, Kansas, later lived in Neodesha, Kansas, and moved with his family to Cherryvale, Kansas, where he attended school. He graduated from Cherryvale High School in 1955.
Following graduation, John lived...
Daryl Dean Sanborn
Dec 5, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Daryl Dean Sanborn, a beloved husband, father, brother, papa, and friend. Daryl was born on August 26, 1954, in Coffeyville, Kansas, and he left us peacefully on December 5, 2025, at the age of 71.
Daryl was a dedicated cable lineman, working in the industry for nearly 40 years with Spark Light. Known...
Thomas Anthony Henrichs
Dec 4, 2025
Thomas Anthony Henrichs, age 83, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Medicalodge. Funeral Services will be 2:30 p.m., on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Potts Chapel with Pastor Kevin Peterson officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery Lutheran Section. The family has suggested memorials to Zion Lutheran Church, and they may be left at...
Mary Ann (Thomas) Tremain
Dec 4, 2025
Mary Ann (Thomas) Tremain
Mary Ann (Thomas) Tremain, age 93, of rural Havana died Thursday, December 4, 2025 at her home. Graveside Services will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Havana Cemetery, Havana, Kansas. Allan Swinson will be officiating graveside service.
She was born on July 3, 1932, to Rufas Andrew and Jewel Mae (Zink) Thomas in Damon, Texas....
Luella Viola Lovelace
Nov 14, 2025
Luella Viola Lovelace (Tarter), 99, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025, at her home in Montgomery Place. She was born on October 2,1926 in Flint, Michigan, the daughter of Logan and Mary (Mayginnes) Tarter.
Luella lived most of her life in Independence, Kansas. After finishing school, she met and married Tom White in 1947. They had three children Tom, Kleta and...
Charles Edward Landrum
Nov 14, 2025
Charles Edward Landrum passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born in LePanto, Arkansas to William Butler and Ora Estell Landrum on March 5th, 1943. He was preceded in death by his sister Elaine and brother-in-law Bill Romig and several other siblings as well as his parents.
In 2003, Bill and Elaine took Charles in...
Ethel "Jacci" Roberta McKenzie
Oct 14, 2025
Ethel Roberta McKenzie, known to most as Jacci and affectionately called Robbie by family in her youth, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas. She was 70 years old. Jacci’s passing followed a long and courageous battle with chronic illness and autoimmune disease, which she faced for many years with admirable resilience...
Norma Jean Graves
Oct 14, 2025
Norma Jean (Wiltfong) Graves, age 84, passed away on October 14, 2025, peacefully at Eagle Estates in Independence, Kansas. She had fought cancer for several years.
She was an only child, born at home in Severy, Kansas to Irwin Wesley Wiltfong and Mary Etta (Sherman) Wiltfong. She was then raised on a farm by Oak Valley, Kansas. She lost her mother...
John F. Layton
Oct 14, 2025
John F. Layton, 82, of Independence, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Potts Chapel. The family will greet visitors from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Potts Chapel.
Memorial contributions in John’s honor may be made to Tina Schicke Memorial Scholarship (CNBT National...
Octavian "OC" Catalino Castorena III
Sep 4, 2025
Octavian C. Castorena, affectionately known as "OC," passed away on September 4, 2025, at Saint Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas, at the age of 59.
Born on December 10, 1965, in Kansas City, OC was the beloved son of the late Octavian Castorena and Mickey (Rodriguez) Castorena. He was a hardworking and devoted family man who touched the lives of many...
Roger Henry Ruehling
Aug 22, 2025
Roger Henry Ruehling, born on October 15, 1951, grew up in Independence, Kansas, and passed away on August 22, 2025, in Merriam, Kansas. Throughout his life, Roger was a dedicated Research Microbiologist, channeling his expertise into the development of vaccines for veterinary medicine. His professional journey was marked by a commitment to advancing medical science and improving animal health.
Outside of...
Lougene Lee Musgrove
Aug 21, 2025
Lougene Lee Musgrove, born on January 11, 1942, in Valentine, Nebraska, peacefully departed this life on August 21, 2025, in Coffeyville, Kansas. She was a devoted wife and cherished member of her family and community. Lougene's life's journey included an enriching career in retail at Zodys Thrifty Drug, where she brought her warmth and kindness to everyone she encountered.
Lougene forged...
Linda Kay Jacobs
Aug 19, 2025
Linda Kay Jacobs, born on October 15, 1952, at Trinity Lutheran Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at her residence in Independence, Kansas. Throughout her life, Linda made significant contributions to her community and was deeply dedicated to her family.
Linda's professional journey was marked by her valuable work as a Dispatcher for the Montgomery...
Barbara Ann Stroble
Aug 9, 2025
Barbara Ann Stroble passed away peacefully at Eagle Estates in Independence, KS on August 9, 2025.
She was born on July 19, 1940, to Raymon and Marguerite Hills. After high school she married John Littau and together they had four sons: Johnny, Lee, Bobby, and Christopher. Following their divorce, she later married John Stroble on September 25, 1999, and they shared...
Cora Marie Sumner
Aug 8, 2025
Cora Marie Sumner was born on December 24, 1932, to Roy and Sophie McCoskey of Severy, Kansas, and went home to rest on August 8, 2025. She was eight of nine children and the last surviving sibling.
Cora was preceded in death by her only grandson Matthew D. Sumner of rural Independence.
She is survived by her two children Mike Sumner (Yvette)...
Edward Paul Lynch
Aug 7, 2025
Edward (Ed) Paul Lynch was born December 19, 1935, in Osage County, Oklahoma. Ed joined his family in heaven on August 7, 2025, at the age of 89.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Ruby Lynch, his brothers Clay Lynch and Jerry Lynch, and a sister Karen Bielss.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years...
Debra Jo Sumner
Aug 2, 2025
Debra Jo Sumner, age 68, passed away on August 2, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on March 7, 1957, in Garden City, Kansas, and spent her formative years in Elk City, Kansas, where she received her formal education.
Debra married Steven Benson, and later Gary Taylor—both preceding her in death. She eventually married one of her lifelong friends, Donnie...
Todd Alan Trimmell
Jul 25, 2025
Todd Alan Trimmell, cherished father and grandpa, was born on February 5, 1968, in Independence, Kansas. He departed this life on July 25, 2025, at his home in Cherryvale, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to his family and passions.
Todd was deeply rooted in nature, taking great joy in gardening, exploring the outdoors, shooting guns, and engaging...
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