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Georgianna "Sissy" Mayor

Georgianna "Sissy" Mayor

Oct 17, 2025

Georgianna “Sissy” Mayor, 69, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, surrounded by her MCDS family at her home.

Sissy was born on February 19, 1956, in Indianapolis, IN, the daughter of Robert E. and Beatrice (Beard) Mayor.

Through McPherson Industries, Sissy worked for several years on the production line at FEMCO, sorting and packaging nuts and bolts.

She...

Kenneth R. Crane

Kenneth R. Crane

Oct 17, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” Ray Crane, 79, a lifetime McPherson County resident, peacefully passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.

He was born on June 14, 1946, in Salina, Kansas, the son of William Dolphy and Helen (Wiederstein) Crane. He was raised on a farm north of Galva, Kansas, and graduated from Galva High School.

Kenny worked as a truck...

Madonna J. Reynolds

Madonna J. Reynolds

Oct 10, 2025

Mrs. Madonna Jean Reynolds (née Miller), age 92, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, at Pine Village in Moundridge, Kansas. Her long and fulfilling life was marked by dedication to family, faith, and service to others.

Born on August 24, 1933, in Skidmore, Missouri, Madonna was the eldest child of Floyd and Kathryn Miller. She spent her early years in...

Verna L. French

Verna L. French

Oct 2, 2025

It’s with a heavy heart and many cherished memories, that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Verna L. French, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, and sister. At the age of 94, she left this world on October 2, 2025, to live in her heavenly home.

Verna was born to Frank J. and Mabel F. (Shipman) Isenbart on October...

Ann W. Smith

Ann W. Smith

Sep 15, 2025

Ann W. Smith, 86, of rural Inman, Kansas, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, at Hospice House in Hutchinson, with family by her side.

She was born on March 11, 1939, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Marvin W. and Ida (Kingsley) White. Following her mother’s passing when Ann was just nine days old, her father later married Ida’s dear friend,...

Claudia J. Law

Claudia J. Law

Sep 17, 2025

Claudia Jean (Frantz) Law, 76, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at her home at Angel Arms Residential Care Facility.

Claudia was born on February 16, 1949, in Davenport, Nebraska, the beloved daughter of Merlin and ImoJean Frantz. She grew up surrounded by love, learning, and faith—foundations that shaped the generous, kind, and creative woman so...

Mary P. "Trisha" Crouse

Mary P. "Trisha" Crouse

Oct 9, 2025

Mary Patricia “Trisha” Crouse, 95, of Galva, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025, with family by her side at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 13, 1930, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Walter Martin and Jennie Elizabeth (Myers) Nelson. Trisha graduated from Galva High School. On November 5, 1949, she was united in marriage to...

Lucille W. Batson

Lucille W. Batson

Oct 5, 2025

Lucille W. Batson, affectionately known as “Granny” by her family, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital at the age of 94. A dedicated professional, Lucille served as an accounting supervisor at McPherson Bank & Trust for many years. Even after her retirement, her strong work ethic and love for community led her...

Stephen "Steve" LaPrad

Stephen "Steve" LaPrad

Oct 1, 2025

Stephen “Steve” Bradley LaPrad, 76, of Pratt, KS, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Bethany Home in Lindsborg, KS.

Steve was born on October 11, 1948, in Frankfort, IN, the son of Fred Manard and Wilma Evelyn (Smeltzer) LaPrad. He graduated from Rossville High School in 1966 and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from McPherson College...

Donald "Gene" Hubert

Donald "Gene" Hubert

Sep 28, 2025

Donald “Gene” Hubert, 92 years of age, was born on October 13, 1932, to Olie and Ione Phillips Hubert in Haviland, KS. Gene left this world peacefully on September 28, 2025, in McPherson, KS.

Gene attended school in Greensburg, KS, and graduated from Greensburg High School in 1950. He enlisted in the US Army and served from April 1, 1953, to...

Gregory K. Boyett

Gregory K. Boyett

Sep 18, 2025

Gregory Kent Boyett, 78, of Wichita, Kansas, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on September 18, 2025, after a short but courageous battle with cancer.

Greg was born in Ponca City, OK on February 12, 1947, to Doyess and Barbara (Nickles) Boyett. He graduated from Ponca City High School in 1965. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S....

Kathryn J. Jones

Kathryn J. Jones

Sep 12, 2025

Kathryn J. (Shepard) Jones, 74, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, at Salina Regional Health Center.

She was born August 2, 1951, the daughter of Joe and Delilah (Calvert) Shepard. Kathy graduated from Brown Mackie College, Salina.

Kathy was a custodian at McPherson High School and also worked as a dietician at McPherson Hospital.

Survivors include children, Bart...

Sam Seymore

Sam Seymore

Sep 11, 2025

Sammy G. “Sam” Seymore, AKA “Pippin” the Clown, 89, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, with family by his side at Pine Village, Moundridge.

Sam was born April 29, 1936, in Hampton, AR, the son of Curtis and Glenna Seymore. He received doctorate degrees in music and education from University of Montana and Wichita State University....

Leslie "Lisa" Christopher

Leslie "Lisa" Christopher

Sep 6, 2025

Leslie Louise Clark—better known to all as Lisa—was born March 31st, 1954, to George H. Clark and Ruth (Ellis) Clark in Pasadena, California.

From the very beginning, Lisa’s name carried a story. Her brother Chris, at 2 ½, couldn’t say his “L’s”. Their parents took pity on him and began calling her Lisa (“Yisa” for Chris) before they had even left...

Vernon L. Winter

Vernon L. Winter

Sep 6, 2025

**Vernon Lee Winter, 86, Remembered for Dedication, Generosity, and Deep Family Love** 

Vernon Lee Winter, son of John P. and Annie (Loewen), was of the first generation to be born in the U.S. (March 5, 1939) upon his grandparents (Karl and Wilhelminia) immigrating from Ukraine to the Hillsboro, KS area. Vern grew up a farm boy and attended Lehigh High School...

Geoff C. Shafer

Geoff C. Shafer

Sep 5, 2025

Geoffrey C. Shafer, 68, of Galva, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025, surrounded by family at his home.

He was born February 14, 1957, in Tribune, Kansas, the son of J.F. and Marj (Simpson) Shafer. His family later moved to Hutchinson, where Geoff graduated from Hutchinson High School.

On October 19, 1984, Geoff was united in marriage to Beth...

Judith "Judi" Metheny

Judith "Judi" Metheny

Aug 25, 2025

Judith E Cross Metheny passed away Aug. 25, 2025, after a painful fight with Parkinson's Disease. She was born May 7, 1952, in Memphis, TN. She is survived by her husband, Terry Metheny of Milton, WA; sons, Jesse (Dawn) of Douglassville, PA, Bill of Florida and Terry (Jessica) of Harrison, AR; daughter, Holly (Tony) of LaVergne, TN; brother, Ben of...

Diana "Di" Griffis

Diana "Di" Griffis

Aug 24, 2025

Diana “Di” Mae Griffis, 45, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice Center in Wichita.

Di was born on September 24, 1979, in Lancaster, PA, the daughter of Jill Ann Mallinson and Randy Lee Griffis.

She was the proud owner and operator of Ristorante Italiano de Famiglia in...

Sarah Bell

Sarah Bell

Aug 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sarah Bell, a beloved daughter, sister, and devoted mother of four beautiful children: Ellena (16), Olivia (13), Ellis (11), and Jessie (9).

Sarah suffered a ruptured aneurysm in her brain and, after courageously fighting for nearly a week, she ultimately succumbed to her injuries.

Sarah was a woman of faith whose...

Dean Stewart

Dean Stewart

Aug 19, 2025

Robert Dean “Dean” Stewart, 84, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

Dean was born Nov. 23, 1940, in Manhattan, KS, the first of two sons to Raymond and Anna Genevieve “Veva” (Marker) Stewart. He attended Nickerson High School where he met his future wife, Karen Lou Lowrey, and...