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Lori J. Nelzen
Dec 7, 2025
Lori Jeanette (Brown) Nelzen (April 26, 1956–Dec. 7, 2025) was born in Dodge City, KS, married in McPherson, earned a BA at McPherson College, and lived in Hesston.
She taught baton twirling; played the flute; wrote poetry; and loved art, cats, and Bible study. Lori was grateful for friends, family, church, and community.
She is preceded by Clinton and Donna Brown (parents),...
Michael D. Crosby
Jul 18, 2026
Michael David Crosby, 50, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at his home.
Mike was born on February 8, 1976, in McPherson, KS. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1994 and had worked as a process technician for Viega.
On June 2, 2001, Mike was united in marriage to Felicia Renee Cheesman in McPherson. This union was...
Robert "Rob" P. Wallace
Jul 17, 2026
Robert “Rob” Paul Wallace, 54, formerly of Hutchinson and McPherson, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Maize, Kansas, on Friday, July 17, 2026.
Born on October 23, 1971, Rob was the son of Kenneth Francis and Phyllis Ann (Litton) Wallace. He graduated from McPherson High School.
Following graduation, Rob joined the family oil and gas business. In 2014, he assumed...
Lucky Kidd
Jul 19, 2026
Edward "Lucky" Kidd, 64, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
Lucky was born on October 19, 1962, in Salina, Kansas, to Lester Edward "Ed" and LaVena Kay (Chrisman) Kidd. He spent his early childhood in Salina before his family lived in Lawrence for several years. In 1973, they made McPherson their home,...
Delbert "Del" E. Hueske
Jul 19, 2026
Delbert "Del" Erwin Hueske, 85, of Moundridge, KS, peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, surrounded by family at Wesley Medial Center, Wichita.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, on Thursday, July 30, at Trinity Lutheran Church in McPherson. A memorial service will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 1, at the Peace...
Larry A. Kubin
Jul 16, 2026
Larry Alan Kubin, 79, of rural McPherson, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Larry was born on August 30, 1946, to Quentin Jefferson and Margaret Madelyn (Duke) Kubin. He was raised on the family dairy farm, where he developed a strong work ethic. He graduated from McPherson High...
Mel A. Kerns
Jul 11, 2026
Mel Alan Kerns, 72, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Ascension Via Christi Regional Medical Center in Wichita.
Mel was born on June 2, 1954, in Ellsworth, KS, the son of Melvin Dean and Arline Anna (Hoffman) Kerns.
He was raised in Lindsborg, where he attended local schools and excelled as a student-athlete. During high school,...
Steve M. Jantz
Jul 4, 2026
Steven Mark Jantz, 69, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.
Steve was born on October 21, 1956, in McPherson, Kansas, to Lester Dean and Shirley Mae (Stucky) Jantz. He graduated from McPherson High School with the Class of 1974 and later attended photography school in Wichita, where he began...
Virginia "Ginna" Scott
Jul 3, 2026
Now for Ginna, faith has become sight!
Virginia Ellen Scott was born on March 11, 1957, in Gitega, Burundi, Africa to missionary parents Paul and Estelle Orcutt. She died peacefully at home, surrounded by family on July 3, 2026.
“Ginna” as she was known, attended Windy Hill School for missionary kids, Mweya, Burundi, Africa; Rift Valley Academy in Kenya and graduated from...
Mark W. Frownfelter
Jun 30, 2026
Mark Wayne Frownfelter, 65, passed away peacefully in his sleep, Tuesday, June 30th at his home. Mark was born March 12, 1961, in McPherson, KS to Dale and Genevieve (Zehr) Frownfelter.
Mark graduated from Marquette High School with the class of 1979. Mark played football and wrestled. He graduated from Vo-Tech in Salina and went to work with Warta Buick for...
Anita J. Lawrenz
Jun 28, 2026
Anita Joy Lawrenz was born September 12, 1948, in McPherson, Kansas, the fourth of six children of Arland and Doris (Clark) Bruce. As a small child, she was reborn through the waters of baptism as a child of God. Anita attended Lincoln Grade School and graduated from McPherson High School in 1966. In 1964, she met her future husband, Richard...
Mildred A. Swick
Jun 27, 2026
Mildred Ann Swick, 96, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at The Cedars, McPherson.
She was born on April 25, 1930, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Harry Wesley and Edith Mabel (Jacobson) Swick. She graduated from McPherson High School in 1950.
Mildred retired after many years as a dedicated housekeeper. She was a longtime member of...
Elaine J. Anderson
Jun 24, 2026
Elaine June Anderson, 81, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.
She was born on June 4, 1945, in Gettysburg, PA, the daughter of George Stauffer and A. Kathryn (Kulp) Stoneback. She graduated from McPherson High School in 1963 and attended one year at Emporia State Teacher’s College. On January 2, 1966, Elaine...
Cameron D. Knackstedt, D.O.
Jun 20, 2026
Cameron D. Knackstedt, D.O., known as “Dr. K” to friends, family, and patients, was born on September 5, 1948, to Delmer and Glennys “Joan” Knackstedt in Wichita, Kansas, and entered eternal rest on June 20, 2026, in Hoisington, Kansas, at the age of 77, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara, his parents, and...
Jonas "Joe" B. Unruh
Jun 17, 2026
Jonas “Joe” B. Unruh, 92, of McPherson, Kansas, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, surrounded by family at his home.
Joe was born on April 28, 1934, in Hillsboro, Kansas, the son of John F. and Bertha (Webster) Unruh. He attended Lehigh Elementary School and graduated from Lehigh Rural High School in 1952. He received a basketball scholarship to...
Robert "Bob" L. Weyand
Jun 16, 2026
Robert “Bob” Lee Weyand, 69, of McPherson, KS, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at his home.
Bob was born on July 29, 1956, in McPherson, KS, the son of LaVern Wayne and Virginia Mae (Willems) Weyand. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1974 and attended Salina Vo-Tech. On July 30, 1977, Bob was united in marriage to...
Lowel R. Postier
Jun 13, 2026
Lowel Robert Postier, 68, of rural Inman, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. Lowel was a lifelong farmer.
He was born on October 2, 1957, the son of Lynn C. and Lenore (Stansel) Postier. Lowel graduated from Inman High School in 1975 and from Hutch Juco in 1977 where he...
Roger VanMeter
Jun 12, 2026
Roger VanMeter was born on February 26, 1954, to Raymond and Leona VanMeter. He died Friday, June 12, 2026.
He is survived by wife, Joni of the home; son, Ryan (Tarek Mikati) of Astoria, New York; daughter, Lisa (John Shields) of Naperville, Illinois; grandson, William Shields of Naperville, Illinois; and brother, Gene (Marcia) of McPherson, Kansas.
A private family committal of cremains...
James "Jim" Bowman
Jun 12, 2026
James “Jim” Robert Bowman, 86, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Via Christi-St. Francis RMC, Wichita.
Jim was born on February 12, 1940, in McPherson, Kansas, to Lester Sexton and Melba Lucille (Johnson) Bowman. He graduated from McPherson High School with the Class of 1958 and went on to pursue higher education at Emporia State...
Maynard M. Koehn
Jun 9, 2026
Maynard M Koehn, our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was born to Harry and Freda (Unruh) Koehn on October 7, 1942, in McPherson, Kansas. After a short battle with cancer, he peacefully passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.
Dad’s growing up years were spent on a little farm near the railroad...
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