All Obituaries

TERRY ROBERT SIKES   Terry Robert Sikes age 70, of Independence, Kansas passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at his home in Independence, Kansas.   Private Graveside Services will be held. A Memorial Service will be held at the First Baptist Church at a later date. Friends may leave online condolences at www.pottsfuneralhome.com.  Memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church youth program.   Terry Robert Sikes was born October 29, 1949 in Aurora,...

Annie Mary (Nash) Wood, 82, of Independence, Kansas passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at Cherryvale Nursing and Rehab Center in Cherryvale, Kansas. Annie was born on November 22, 1937 in Hardinsburg, Kentucky to Arthur B. and Helen (Board) Nash. Annie grew up in Kentucky and Indiana. On July 15, 1969 she married William “Bill” Wood in Waynesville, Missouri where they made their home until 1970 when they moved to Independence, Kansas. Annie retired from ACC as a switchboard...

Ron Bradley, 73, passed away at his home after a hard fought battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis on May 8, 2020.  Ron was born on October 13, 1946 in Coffeyville, Kansas, and was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin and Pat Bradley, and brother Randal Bradley. Ron married his true love, Sharon Sutton on May 13, 1965 and they were happily married for 55 years. He worked for MEC for 45 years before retiring in 2011.   He was a great man who worked hard, and played even harder. Through...

Norma Gerea Lookadoo Kelly, known as Granny to most, 89 years old of Montgomery County Kansas joined her loved ones in heaven on May 6, 2020. She passed peacefully in her home with her Granddaughter Lacey and great grandson Laramie caring for her.   Norma was born on December 2, 1930, raised in Buckner Baptist Orphans home in Texas. Leaving there as an adult and moved to Salinas California, residing there until 1995. Norma raised two children & two grandchildren while in Salinas....

Roger Dean Janzen, of rural Independence, Kansas, was born on April 16, 1942, and entered his eternal home and into the presence of his Lord and Savior on May 1, 2020. Roger was born in Enid, Oklahoma, the fourth child of Dan and Anna Janzen. He attended school in Enid, Oklahoma, and also in Marshall, Arkansas. He graduated from Oklahoma Bible Academy in Enid, Oklahoma, in 1960. Roger attended Tabor College, where he gave a young lady named Edna Mae Friesen from Garden City, Kansas, a ride...

Melinda Mae (Rosano) Smith, 44 of Neodesha, Kansas passed away unexpectedly on April 30, 2020.   Melinda was born October 11, 1975 to Emanuel Rosano and Marilyn Wood. Melinda was a friend to all She enjoyed cooking, baking, watching movies, babysitting for her beloved friends and family, playing board games and swimming. She also enjoyed outings with her friends. She was a devoted member of her church and widely loved member of her community. She will...

Dorothy Maxine Posch, 89, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. Dorothy was born on June 26, 1930 in Cleveland, Oklahoma, the oldest daughter of Albert A. (Jack) and Roxy (Patterson) Lassley.  She attended elementary school in Cleveland and graduated from Wildhorse High School in Wildhorse, Oklahoma in 1948.  While in high school, Dorothy played both volleyball and basketball, but she was especially known for her basketball skills. It was also in high...

Christopher Michael Myers, 27, was taken from this earth on April 25, 2020 in Skiatook, Oklahoma in a motorcycle accident. Chris was the first born to Delbert and Jana Myers in Independence, Kansas on May 12, 1992. Chris graduated from Independence High School in 2010. Chris was a member of 4-H for 6 years earning the Gold Award. He was also a member of the Boy Scouts of America, earning the distinction of Eagle Scout. Chris worked as a camp staff member for Quivira Scout Ranch for 3 years....

Jaunita C. (Lewis) Bohr passed away Thursday, April 22, 2020 at her home. A graveside service will be held Monday, April 27, 2020 at 1:00pm at the Calvary Cemetery at Mount Hope in Independence, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and can be left at Potts Chapel. Jaunita was born on June 26, 1924 in Cave City, Arkansas. She was the daughter of John William and Celia (Girtman) Lewis. She graduated high school in 1943. She was united in marriage...

Marjorie Ann (Williams) Wilson, 87, of Independence, Kansas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 5, 2020. Marjorie was the middle child of three children, born to William E. and Dora Mae (Anderson) Williams on February 15, 1933 in Sedan, Kansas. Marjorie graduated from Kansas State College of Pittsburg with her teaching certificate in 1969. She then earned her Master’s of Education from Pittsburg State University. Marjorie began her teaching career in Caney, Kansas,...