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Peter Flemming

Peter Flemming

Sep 5, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and Papa, Peter Dale Flemming, 75, of McPherson, KS on September 5th, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time, and he will be deeply missed. 

Pete was born the oldest of four children to Vernon (Pete) and Barbara Flemming on August 22, 1949 in Tulsa,...

Margaret S. Ensz

Margaret S. Ensz

Sep 5, 2024

Our dear mother and grandmother, Margaret Sue Ensz, was born on February 16, 1928, in rural Hesston, Kansas, the daughter of Jacob H and Fannie E (Yost) Dyck. She peacefully passed away on September 5, 2024, at Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, KS reaching the age of 96 years.

Mother attended the French school north of Hesston, KS where she completed 8 years...

Lillian Foster

Lillian Foster

Sep 3, 2024

Lillian H. Foster, 91, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Pine Village in Moundridge, Kansas with her son Jeff and his wife Brenda at her side.

Lillian (Lil) was born on October 29, 1932, in Shamrock, Oklahoma to Joe and Lillian Stokes (Lillian died not long after Lil was born, and she was later adopted...

Jean Latimer

Jean Latimer

Aug 31, 2024

Jean Latimer, 92, formerly of Derby, KS and Haysville, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, surrounded by her family at her home in McPherson, KS. 

Jean was born June 2, 1932, in Edna, KS, the daughter of John Calvin and Alta Irene (Froman) Fahler. She graduated from Edna High School in 1950 and continued her education at Pittsburg...

Darrell Sutton

Darrell Sutton

Aug 24, 2024

Darrell Eugene Sutton, 68, passed away peacefully at his home in McPherson, KS on Saturday, August 24, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born May 30, 1956, in Salina, Kansas. Darrell graduated from Solomon High School in 1974 and then worked at Lindsborg Implement and American Farm Supply until 1978 when he started at Hesston Corporation. Darrell worked at...

Nataleah Rutherford

Nataleah Rutherford

Aug 23, 2024

Nataleah “Nat” Gillian Rutherford, 33, gained her wings and beautifully took flight to paradise peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024, at her home in Wichita. She was born November 24, 1990, in McPherson the daughter of Lisa (Rutherford) Brewer. Nataleah attended the following schools in McPherson, Washington Elementary, Middle School and a 2009 graduate of McPherson High School. She loved playing basketball and...

Larry C. Jones

Larry C. Jones

Aug 16, 2024

Larry Carl Jones, 84, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Pleasant View Home in Inman, KS.

Larry was born December 13, 1939, in McPherson, to Carl J. and Ina Grace (Ward) Jones. He was a proud graduate of McPherson High School and attended Kansas State University. Larry enjoyed a career as a chemical salesman before...

Lonnie Ensminger

Lonnie Ensminger

Aug 12, 2024

Lonnie Ray Ensminger, 86, a lifetime McPherson County resident, peacefully entered the arms of Jesus on Monday, August 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Bethesda Home in Goessel, KS.

Lonnie was born May 22, 1938, in McPherson, KS, the son of Clarence Ray and Lillian Grace (Hulse) Ensminger. He attended elementary school in a one room school, West Fairview,...

Norman Ensz

Norman Ensz

Aug 3, 2024

Norman Ensz, 87, of Inman, Kansas, passed away August 3, 2024, at Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, Kansas, surrounded by family and friends.

Dad was born on the farm near Inman, Kansas, to John A. and Lena Penner Ensz on August 23, 1936, the 3rd of eleven children. He grew up on the farm learning to work hard and play hard. He attended...

Edwina "Eddie" Howard

Edwina "Eddie" Howard

Aug 2, 2024

Edwina “Eddie” Sue Howard, 62, of Galva, KS, and formerly of Lochbuie, CO and McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, surrounded by family at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. She worked as a claim’s liaison coordinator at Viega.

Eddie was born on October 2, 1961, in Beloit, KS, the daughter of Raymond Keith and Betty Jean...

Mitch Allmon

Mitch Allmon

Jul 30, 2024

Mitchel Lee Allmon, age 98, died on July 30, 2024. He was born on October 4, 1925, in Campbell, Texas, the second of three children born to Norman and Mary Allmon. Mitch grew up on a farm near Lovington, New Mexico. When Mitch was 17, he moved to San Francisco for a year to work as a welder at a...

Gloria J. Biby

Gloria J. Biby

Jul 25, 2024

Gloria Jean Biby, 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at her home in McPherson. She was a long-time resident of McPherson and had worked at Pfizer for over 30 years, most recently in the quality control department.

She was born July 4, 1950, in Clay Center, Kansas, the daughter of Harry Leo and Ruby Ione (Thompson) Achenbach. Gloria...

Vera Jean Shaw

Vera Jean Shaw

Jul 23, 2024

Vera Jean Shaw, 87, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Valley Center, KS, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at The Cedars, McPherson.

Jean was born on November 2, 1936, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Herman B. and Adella V. Goering. She graduated from McPherson High School. Jean married Leslie E. Johnson and later was united in marriage...

Shana L. Garcia

Shana L. Garcia

Jul 22, 2024

Shana LaDawn Garcia, 44, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. 

Shana was born on May 5, 1980, in Cañon City, CO, the loving daughter of Michael Eugene and Tracy Ellen (Parsell) Miller. She graduated from Sterling High School where she was a member of the National Honor Society....

John B. Shaw

John B. Shaw

Jul 20, 2024

John B. Shaw, 99, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at his home in rural McPherson. He owned and operated Shaw Tree Service.

John was born December 27, 1924, in Mills, NE, the son of Orville Leroy and Rubie Ann (Rose) Shaw. He graduated from Central College. On June 2, 1949, John was united in marriage...

Kyle L. Thompson

Kyle L. Thompson

Jul 19, 2024

Kyle Lee Thompson, 48, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, surrounded by family and friends at McPherson Hospital.

Kyle was born on August 6, 1975, in Arkansas City, KS, the cherished son of Carl Lee and Karla Kay (Bose) Thompson. He attended Roosevelt Elementary School, McPherson Middle School, and graduated from McPherson High School in 1994. Kyle’s...

Hailey R. Rork

Hailey R. Rork

Jul 18, 2024

Hailey Ranae Rork was born to Susan Loescher Chrislip and William “Bill” Rork Jr. on October 5, 1993 in Wichita Kansas. From the very day of her birth, Hailey was an obvious fighter and throughout her 30 years of life with her mom by her side was one of God’s toughest warriors. She was determined to beat all odds and...

Evelyn "Mickey" Griffith

Evelyn "Mickey" Griffith

Jul 17, 2024

Evelyn F. “Mickey” Griffith, 99, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Pine Village, Moundridge. 

Mickey was born on November 19, 1924, in Clovis, NM, the daughter of Ernest Frank and Ruby Pearl (Glandon) Weaver. In 1942, she graduated from Haxtun High School in Colorado and continued her education at McPherson College. On August 18, 1946,...

Cheryl A. Smyres

Cheryl A. Smyres

Jul 10, 2024

Cheryl Ann Smyres, 83, of Windom, KS, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Cozy Cottage Senior Living in Wichita. 

She was born on May 9, 1941, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of Arvid Carl and Laberta “Becky” (Knackstedt) Lindquist. She graduated from Windom High School and later from Brown Mackie Business College. 

On May 27, 1962, Cheryl was united...

Daniel S. Christensen

Daniel S. Christensen

Jul 9, 2024

Daniel Steven Christensen, 68, formerly of Florida and McPherson, KS, passed away on July 9, 2024, at his residence in Springfield, MO. 

Daniel was born February 15, 1956, the loving son of Howard E. “Chris” and Carol “Sue” (Matlack) Christensen. During his youth years, he was a member of the McPherson First Baptist Church. Daniel graduated from McPherson High School in...