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Gerald "Jerry" Holman
Jan 29, 2025
Gerald J. Holman was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 14, 1930, to Clifford and Elsa Holman. Around age 10, the family moved to Pomona, California for opportunity. He attended Pomona High School, excelling with trumpet performance and picking up the game of tennis. During his senior year of high school, he was the drum major for his high school...
Cecilia A. Mowery
Jan 25, 2025
Cecilia Ann Mowery, 83, formerly of McPherson, KS and Garland, TX, peacefully passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, surrounded by family at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home, Little River, KS.
She was born July 9, 1941, in Portsmouth, OH, the daughter of Robert Franklin and Marie Cecilia (Lauter) Rickey. Cecilia graduated from Valley High School in Lucasville, OH and received her...
Dianna Heidebrecht
Jan 25, 2025
Dianna Heidebrecht December 13, 1949- January 25, 2025It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dianna Heidebrecht, a devoted mother, beloved teacher, and cherished friend. Dianna left this world on January 25, 2025, at the age of 75.
Dianna Fay Christensen was born on December 13, 1949, in McPherson, KS. She grew up in Galva, KS...
Marvin E. Sellberg
Jan 23, 2025
Marvin Sellberg, native Kansan, lifelong farmer, celebrated educator, and respected patriarch died peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones at age 99.
Born September 23, 1925, in McPherson, KS, Marvin came of age as an only child working on his family’s farm alongside his father, Edwin Sellberg. But it was his mother, Agnes (Henkle) Sellberg, a lifelong teacher honored in...
Stephen Friesen
Jan 21, 2025
Stephen Friesen went to be with the Lord January 21, 2025. He was born February 18, 1945, in Newton, KS, to Clifford and Inez Friesen. They raised him along with a sister, Janice, and a brother, Jerry, in Newton where he graduated from high school. He joined the Navy and served on the U.S.S. Newport News during the Vietnam War....
Mina M. Sifrit
Jan 21, 2025
Mina Mae (Davis) Sifrit, age 94, of Sandstone Heights Nursing Home in Little River, Kansas, died on January 21, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Bob Sifrit, also of Sandstone Heights, son Robin (Kathy), son Lynn (Kathy), several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews. Mina was preceded in death by parents, her brother...
LaDonna M. Hill
Jan 20, 2025
LaDonna Marie Hill, 83, of McPherson, KS, and formerly of Salina, KS, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home.
She was born March 26, 1941, in Minneapolis, KS, the daughter of Samuel LeRoy and Inez Marie (Goodall) Schlotz. On September 28, 1957, LaDonna was united in marriage to Garland Elmo Hill, Jr. in...
Olive M. Penrod Snyder
Jan 20, 2025
Olive May Penrod Snyder, 80, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.
She was born August 1, 1944, in Springfield, IL, the daughter of Morton S. and Carole V. (Peterson) Widiger. She graduated from McPherson High School in 1963. She continued her education at Central College.
On November 12, 1965, Olive...
Karen L. Coy
Jan 17, 2025
Karen Louise Coy, 78, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at McPherson Hospital.
Karen was born May 7, 1946, in Caney, KS, the daughter of L.W. “Wayne” and Frances (Stanley) Shearhart. She attended high school in Wayside, KS. On February 1, 1964, Karen was united in marriage to Robert L. Coy...
Barbara A. Schmidt
Jan 16, 2025
Barbara Ann Schmidt, 67, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home in McPherson, KS.
She was born March 16, 1957, in Deshler, NE, the daughter of Marvin Henry and Helen Dorothy (Mesloh) Schmidt. Barbara graduated valedictorian from Deshler High School and attended University of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE. In May of 1976, she...
Virginia A. Luty
Jan 12, 2025
Virginia Ann (Horn) Luty passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, at Hoeger House Rehab Center in Olathe, KS, at 82 years of age. Born August 28, 1942, to Luther and Verda (Krehbiel) Horn, at McPherson Hospital in McPherson, KS, Virginia graduated from McPherson High School in 1960. On Valentine’s Day of her senior year, Virginia was engaged to her...
Brad L. Shogren
Jan 12, 2025
Brad Lee Shogren, 67, of Lindsborg, KS, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025. He was a farmer and stockman.
He was born January 17, 1957, in Lindsborg, KS, the son of Harlan “Har” L. and Jeanette M. (Anderson) Shogren. Brad graduated from Lindsborg High School, attended two years at Butler County Community College, and graduated from Bethany College, Lindsborg. On...
Willard Childres, II
Jan 2, 2025
Willard Childres, II, 88, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson.
He was born June 29, 1936, in Fort Riley, KS, the son of Willard Childres, I and Elzada Mae (Goad) Childres. Willard graduated from Junction City High School and attended Kansas State University. On June 8, 1958, he was...
Bruce E. Owens
Dec 26, 2024
Bruce E. Owens, 85, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away in his sleep on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at his home in McPherson.
Bruce was born March 12, 1939, in Speed, KS, the son of Harry E. and Katherine A. (Heikes) Owens. He grew up and attended early school in Speed and later finished school in Phillipsburg, KS, graduating in 1957....
Taylor W. Cheek
Dec 25, 2024
Taylor Wayne Cheek, 31, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at his home in Segovia, Colombia.
Taylor was born January 7, 1993, the son of Joseph and Christi (Miller) Cheek, at Ft. Riley, KS. He grew up in McPherson, KS and graduated from McPherson High School in 2011. He continued his education at Wichita State University, receiving a degree in...
Kay Moyer
Dec 24, 2024
Sherri "Kay" Moyer, 67, of Marquette, KS and formerly of Tonganoxie, KS, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. A full obituary will be posted when available.
Brian K. Werth
Dec 21, 2024
Brian Keith Werth, 54, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
Brian was born April 29, 1970, in Salina, KS, the son of Keith and Patricia “Patty” (Hall) Werth. He graduated from Smoky Valley High School, Lindsborg in 1988. Following high school, he completed many mechanical courses. On February 20, 2003, Brian was united in marriage to Lori...
Vernon C. Henry
Dec 20, 2024
Vernon Charles Henry, 80, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, surrounded by family at his home.
Vernon was born November 1, 1944, in McPherson, KS, the son of Jack and Genevieve Christine (Berg) Henry. He graduated from Durham High School in 1963. On May 7, 1969, Vernon was united in marriage to Jennifer Jewel Koehn in...
Janice D. Kline Waggoner
Dec 20, 2024
Janice Dawn Kline Waggoner, 87, of Wichita, KS and formerly of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, surrounded by family at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis RMC, Wichita.
She was born May 4, 1937, in McPherson, KS, the daughter of Emmett Otto and Lydia Martha (Koehn) Decker. She graduated from McPherson High School on May 25, 1955. On...
Larry L. Tector
Dec 19, 2024
Larry Lee Tector, 84, of Galva, KS, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024, surrounded by family at the Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was a retired welder and shop manager at Kansas Cylinder Head and sales representative for Tucker Valve Seat in Odessa, TX.
Larry was born on April 21, 1940, in McPherson, KS, the son of Clarence Oscar and...
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