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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...
Verna L. French
Oct 2, 2025
Verna L. French, 94, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, with family by her side at Hospice House, Hutchinson. Arrangements are pending and will be posted when available.
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...
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Kent Thompson
Aug 18, 2025
Stephen “Kent” Thompson, 75, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, surrounded by family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
Kent was born October 25, 1949, in McPherson, KS, the son of Darrell V. and Lucille O. (Marsh) Thompson. He graduated from McPherson High School and received a Bachelor’s degree from McPherson College. In 1985, Kent was united...
David W. Mapes
Aug 17, 2025
David Wayne Mapes, born in McPherson, Kansas to Edward Mapes and Katherine Goad, passed away peacefully at his home in Newton on August 17, 2025. He graduated from Sterling High School and was a jack of all trades, spending most of his career as a truck driver before becoming a dispatcher for Simmons Transport LLC.
David was a diehard Kansas City...
Terry R. Regehr
Aug 17, 2025
Terence “Terry” Ray Regehr, 65, of Galva, KS and formerly of Moundridge, KS, was called to his Heavenly home due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in McPherson County, KS.
He was born April 29, 1960, in Lindsborg, KS, the son of Jane (Krehbiel) and Robert Regehr. Terry attended the Moundridge schools and graduated from Moundridge High School in 1979.
Terry...
Nancy L. Wakefield
Aug 17, 2025
Nancy Lee Wakefield, 75, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, with family by her side at McPherson Health and Rehab.
She was born February 9, 1950, in Denver, CO, the daughter of Cecil E. and Ruth May (Campbell) Richards. She graduated from Burr Oak High School in Burr Oak, KS. On August 30, 1969, Nancy was...
Gregory R. Allen
Aug 16, 2025
Gregory Russell Allen, 60, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
He was born May 5, 1965, in Dallas, TX, the son of Oscar William “Bill” and Connie Sue (Horyna) Allen. Greg attended the Kansas School for the Deaf in Olathe, KS, where he enjoyed playing on the football...
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