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Sonja K. Smith
Feb 18, 2024
Sonja Karin Smith, daughter of Fritjoff and Nendean (Stott) Mark, was born October 15, 1935, at McPherson Hospital in McPherson, Kansas. Sonja survived mastoid infections in the 5th and 6th grades and was sent to a children’s ward at Wesley Hospital in Wichita to receive penicillin treatments, as that medication was not available in McPherson. She passed away on Sunday,...
Wade A. Gaeddert, M.D.
Feb 15, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wade Arlin Gaeddert, MD, who passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the age of 58. His final moments were spent in the serene embrace of Princeville, Hawaii, on the picturesque island of Kauai, where he and his beloved wife, Angie, were enjoying a peaceful vacation.
Born on March 27, 1965, in...
Larry Tredway
Feb 15, 2024
Larry M. Tredway, 84, of Galva, KS, passed away on February 15, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children. Larry is survived by his loving wife of over 59 years, Berenice (Johnson). Larry is also survived by two sons Brent (Jena) of Houston TX and Burton (Jane) of Wichita KS, as well as a sister Donna Ruth Graham of Mesa,...
Tamyla G. Sawyers
Feb 15, 2024
Tamyla Gail Sawyers, 66, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at Smoky Hill Health & Rehabilitation in Salina, KS.
Tamyla was born on August 25, 1957, the daughter of Kenneth A. and Bonnie L. (Graham) VanAmburg. She had worked at Ferguson Production, McPherson Senior Center, and at Taylor Mart.
Survivors include: her children, Misty Einfeldt (Jeff...
Jerry W. Graham
Feb 11, 2024
Jerry William Graham, 65, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully February 11, 2024, after a long battle with cancer at McPherson Hospital with his wife, Kay, by his side.
He was born September 5, 1958, in Waukesha, WI, the son of James and Donna (Nikkel) Graham. The family moved to McPherson when Jerry was six years old.
Jerry graduated from McPherson High...
Cori Bennett
Feb 7, 2024
Cori Lynn Bennett, 57, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, surrounded by her family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
Cori was born on September 17, 1966, in Seward, NE. She graduated from high school in Nelson, NE and continued her education at Central Community College in Hastings, NE where she received her certificate in Early...
Norlan L. Ferguson
Feb 7, 2024
Norlan Leon Ferguson, 83, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, surrounded by family at Hospice House, Hutchinson. Norlan was the former President/CEO of Ferguson Production.
He was born on June 18, 1940, in Cedar Vale, KS, the son of Cecil Fay and Nadine C. (Compton) Ferguson. From the age of 11, Norlan was raised by his...
Charles "Chuck" R. Shelton, Jr.
Feb 1, 2024
Charles R. “Chuck” Shelton, Jr., 53, of Cunningham, KS, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, in Hutchinson, KS. He owned and operated Precision Painting and was in the home improvement/remodeling business for many years.
He was born September 11, 1970, in Los Angeles, CA, the son of Charles Ronald (Sr.) and Betty May (Doty) Shelton. He was one of nine children...
Robert D. "Bob" Moore
Feb 1, 2024
Robert Dean “Bob” Moore, 80, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Pine Village in Moundridge.
Bob was born on January 4, 1944, in Adams, KS, the son of Donald Ross and Joyce Arlene (Lear) Moore. He graduated from Arlington High School in 1962 and from Hutchinson Junior College in 1963. He then went on to...
Mae Nelson
Jan 31, 2024
Mae Louise Nelson of McPherson, KS passed away January 31, 2024, at Bethesda Home, Goessel, KS. Mae was born on December 3, 1941. She was the third child of Otto J. and Martha C. (Schmidt) Unruh. She was born at Bethesda Mennonite Hospital and grew up on a farm near Goessel, KS. Her parents lived on several rental farms around...
Ronald Foster
Jan 31, 2024
Ronald Lloyd Foster, 75, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at McPherson Hospital. He was a Registered Surgical Nurse and retired from Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS.
Ron was born on March 22, 1948, in Miltonvale, KS, the son of Orville and Letha (Stites) Foster. Following high school, he went on to receive a nursing degree.
Survivors include:...
Angie Tucker
Jan 28, 2024
Angelia “Angie” Rochelle Tucker, 64, of Moundridge, KS, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
Angie was born on November 26, 1959, in Newton, KS, the daughter of Martin Weaver and Eva June (Amos) Tucker. Following high school graduation, she attended Brown Mackie College in Salina, KS.
She was a secretary and member of the Andover...
Steve Miller
Jan 25, 2024
Stephen Allen “Steve” Miller, 69, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was a former owner and operator of Miller's Pre-owned Autos in McPherson.
Steve was born on December 29, 1954, in Wichita, KS, the son of Berniece Ann (Burdick) and Charles Vincent Miller, Sr. He graduated from Olathe High School....
Jessica Hanson
Jan 23, 2024
Jessica Dawn Hanson, 50, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Marquette and Little River, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita.
She was born May 21, 1973, in McPherson, KS. She graduated from Little River High School in 1991, received a Bachelor of Science degree in History from Kansas State University and received a Bachelor...
Lois Loy
Jan 18, 2024
Lois Aileen Loy, 80, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at her home.
Lois was born on June 17, 1943, in Concordia, MO, the daughter of Herbert A. and Esther A. (Kiehl) Wolpers. She graduated as valedictorian from Blackburn High School in 1961. She graduated from Central Missouri State College in 1965 with a Bachelor’s Degree...
Margarette Larson
Jan 15, 2024
Margarette Arlene (Tremblay) Morel Larson, 92, of Marquette, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2024, at the Lindsborg Community Hospital.
Margarette was born on a small farm in Graham County, Kansas on July 7, 1931, the daughter of Roland E. and Dora E. (Derusseau) Tremblay. She was the fourth child, with three sisters and two brothers.
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Donald C. Unruh
Jan 11, 2024
Donald C. Unruh, 78, of Galva, KS, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.
Born on December 27, 1945, in McPherson, KS, Don was the son of Viola (Jantz) and Elvin Curtis Unruh. He graduated from Galva High School in 1964. On May 16, 1964, Don was united in marriage to Sandra Kay Unruh...
Billy "Smitty" Smith
Jan 9, 2024
Billy Joe Smith, Sr., “Smitty”, 86, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, with his daughter by his side at The Cedars, McPherson.
Billy was born on September 5, 1937, in Anderson, SC, the son of Essie and Thomas F. Smith, Sr. Following high school graduation, Billy served eight years in the United States Air...
Harold "Rocky" Wheeler
Jan 8, 2024
Harold “Rocky” W. Wheeler, 64, of Hutchinson, KS and formerly of Marquette, KS, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, surrounded by family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.
Rocky was born on May 3, 1959, in Lynwood, CA. He attended Salina South High School (Salina, KS). On December 23, 1989, Rocky was united in marriage to Kathleen...
Shirley Eickstadt
Jan 8, 2024
Shirley Anne Eickstadt, 95, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at The Cedars in McPherson.
Shirley was born on March 18, 1928, in Dexter, MN, the daughter of Dietrich and Esther (Scwartz) Spreckels.
On June 26, 1954, Shirley was united in marriage to Royal George Eickstadt in Minneapolis, MN. This union was blessed...
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