Hutchinson Daily News Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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Manhattan, Kansas Janet McGillivary 1962 — 2024 Janet S. (Krehbiel) McGillivary, 61, of Manhattan, passed away March 22, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice House. She was born in 1962 in Kingman, KS, to Merlin and Kerren Krehbiel. She was preceded in death by her mother, Kerren (Ewy) Krehbiel. She is survived by her husband, Larry McGillivary, father Merlin Krehbiel (LaVerta Moody), siblings Joni Jantz (Allen) and Michael Krehbiel (Kris), nieces and nephews Kylie Weber (Jake), Dylan Jantz (Elise Fast), and Amber Hoogerheyde (Jake), and two grand-nephews. Plans for a Celebration of Life service will be announced soon via the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen website (www.ymlfuneralhome.com). A reception and sharing time will follow. In lieu of... Manhattan, Kansas Earl Eugene Willich 1945 — 2024 On February 28, 2024 Earl Eugene (Gene) Willich age 79 went to spend eternity with His Lord and Savior. Gene was born January 14, 1945 in Horton, KS. to Otto and Clarice (Keyes) Willich. He moved to Manhattan in 2017. Gene is survived by his wife Sharon, daughter Genae (Greg) Denver of Manhattan; son Mike (Cindy) Willich of Shawnee, KS; son Corey (Canise) Willich of Lee Summit, Mo. six grandchildren and sister Vanita (Harlen) Hunt of Meriden, KS. After graduating from Horton High School in 1963, he moved to Topeka where he earned his BS in secondary education from Washburn University. He later received his MA in guidance counseling from University of Kansas and completed additional hours... Lawton, Oklahoma Ida Roberta Rue 1940 — 2024 Ida Roberta Rue "Bert" nee Shipley, 84, passed away on Tuesday, January 16th, 2024. Roberta has been a resident of Lawton, OK for the past nine years. Roberta was born on January 4, 1940, in Hutchinson, KS to Frank Elbert Shipley & Mary Areba "Reba" Ball. Roberta married William Lee Rue on August 9th, 1958. William and Roberta were residents of Hutchinson, KS until 1998; Manhattan, Kansas Eric Caldwell 2023 — 2023 Eric E. Caldwell, age 52, of Manhattan, died November 14, 2023. He was born March 30, 1971, in Leoti, Kansas, the son of Larry E. Caldwell and E. Louise Lomax. Eric graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1989. Survivors include his mother Louise McIntire (Jim) of Buhler, KS; his father Larry Caldwell (AvNell Mayfield) of Shelton, WA; two brothers: Adrian Caldwell (Amanda) of Hutchinson, KS, and William Caldwell (Melissa Mallon) of Nashville, TN; three step siblings: Amy Danenberg (Brian) of Manhattan, Laura Goss (Jared Casanova) of Hutchinson, and Ian McIntire (Brittani) of Hutchinson; his half-brother Matthew Caldwell of Hutchinson; eight nieces and nephews: Coyote and Phoenix... Greeley, Colorado Rod Williams 1932 — 2023 Herbert Rodman "Rod" Williams, 91, of Greeley passed away October 23, 2023 at NCMC in Greeley. He was born August 13, 1932 in Hutchinson, KS to George Fred and Beatrice Ellen (Tinsley) Williams and grew up on the family farm in Partridge, KS. Rod graduated from Partridge High School and earned a Bachelor and Masters from Kansas State University. He married Sandra Marie Thompson on July 22, 1958 in Prairie Village, KS. Rod worked as an Extension Agent for Morton County, KS and was awarded with a State certification. He enjoyed camping and fishing, reading and in later years learned how to crochet from Sandra. He was also an avid gardener and after retiring they began volunteering... Topeka, Kansas Henry "Frank" Kroeker 1932 — 2023 Henry Franklin "Frank" Kroeker, 91, Topeka, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, at home. Family will greet friends Sunday, September 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, Topeka KS 66614. Funeral service will be Monday, September 18, at 1 p.m. at Countryside United Methodist Church, 3221 SW Burlingame Road, Topeka KS 66611. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Gardens, 820 SW Auburn Road, Topeka KS 66615. To view Frank's full obituary and to send condolences, visit www.kevinbrennanfamily.com. Manhattan, Kansas Elaine Hope Manges 1928 — 2023 Elaine Hope (Whitney) Manges, age 95, of Manhattan, died September 4, 2023 at Meadowlark Hills - Lyle House. She was born May 22, 1928, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of George and Emma (Hall) Whitney. Elaine graduated from Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Community College and Kansas State University. She was married to Harry Leo Manges on September 5, 1948, in Hutchinson, KS. They were married just a few hours short of 75 years however Elaine and Harry were able to enjoy an anniversary celebration with family and friends on September 3. Elaine was a homemaker and was very devoted to her family who appreciated her exceptional cooking talents. Family and friends... Goddard, Kansas Aaron Patrick Kerschen 2023 — 2023 Aaron Patrick Kerschen, born August 9, 1998, 25, employee of Arma Coatings of Wichita, Inc., passed away Monday, August 21, 2023. Rosary will be at 7:00 pm, Sunday, August 27, 2023; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Monday, August 28, 2023, both at Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Aaron was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan who had a passion for gaming and loved playing baseball. He had a great sense of humor and loved to make people laugh. He was hardworking - never missing a day of work - kind-hearted, generous, and would do anything for his family and friends. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Roman and Rosemary Kerschen, John and Pauline Wetta. Survived by his parents, Dennis... Topeka, Kansas Sharla Sue Cooper 1955 — 2023 Sharla Sue Cooper (nee' Summers), 68, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Aldersgate Village, Home Care Plus, in Topeka, KS. She was born on May 26, 1955, to the late Leroy and Evelyn Summers in Hutchinson, KS. Sharla is survived by her husband Kem, daughters Kaela Wegeng (Stephen) and Keesha Ludlow (Michael), both of Wichita, KS; three grandchildren (Drew, Ella and Eden); and her sister Marla Wilcox. To read a full obituary online and to check service details, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com Tulsa, Oklahoma Wilmer Merle Loewen 1935 — 2023 Wilmer Merle Loewen passed away Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at the Iris Memory Care in Tulsa. He was 87 years old. A memorial service will be held 1:30 PM, Saturday, April 29, 2023 at South Tulsa Baptist Church, Tulsa, OK. Merle was born on June 6, 1935 to William W. and Margaret J. (Isaac) Loewen in Dodge City, KS. Merle and his parents lived on a farm in Meade County KS, and in 1937 they welcomed Roland Dean into their family. Merle and his brother, Rollie, had fun times playing and competing at sports on the farm, in between helping with chores. Since both extended families lived in the area, the boys also enjoyed many adventures with their cousins. The family was part of a German... Loveland, Colorado Daniel Antonio Hernandez 1946 — 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Daniel Antonio Hernandez, known by many as "Tony", passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023. He was 76 years old. His memory lives on in his family, who live in all of the places Dan called home - Colorado, Kansas, Texas, and Utah. He is survived by his daughters (Kimberly Hernandez Grubert, Sasha Yvette Mu?iz, Aisha Itze Hernandez), his sons (Daniel A. Hernandez II, Gilbert Hernandez), his siblings (Carmen Duffey, Guillermo Tellez, Mercedes de la Garza, JuanF Garcia, Yolanda Vargas, Hortencia Mata, German Garcia, Mary Gracia, Alicia Cisneros), 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and other relatives of Ramon and Maria del Refugio... Indianapolis, Indiana William Alan "Bill" Farney 1931 — 2022 William Alan "Bill" Farney, 91, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022 at his home in Indianapolis. Bill was born in Hutchinson, Kansas on February 13, 1931. He attended Hutchinson High School, graduating in 1949. Bill graduated from Kansas University in 1953. He served in the Marine Corps from 1952-1956. A Mass of Christian Burial was held in Indianapolis, Indiana at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Feeney-Hornak Mortuary, Indianapolis, Indiana assisting with arrangements. To view the full obituary and leave a condolence or memory, please visit www.feeneyhornakkeystone.com. Rose Hill, Kansas Dianne Stearns 1946 — 2022 Dianne Stearns November 17, 1946 - October 29, 2022 Rose Hill, Kansas - Dianne Elaine Stearns, 75, died, Saturday, October 29th, 2022, surrounded by family. She was born on November 17th, 1946, at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Lawrence Dean and Ella Fern Chenoweth Meyer. Dianne married Gary Stearns on December 18th, 1976, at the United Methodist Church, Haviland, KS. They were married for 45 years. Dianne attended Haviland High School and graduated in 1964. Dianne entered the nursing program at Southwestern College in Winfield, KS, and later obtained her Bachelors degree in Nursing at Wichita State University in 1976. She was a nurse practitioner at the Robert J.... Aurora, Colorado Mary Cline 1950 — 2022 Mary Cline, 72, passed away in her sleep at home in Aurora CO on 09-29-22. She had contracted and passed away due to COVID-19. Born on May 29, 1950 in Hutchinson KS, she lived all over the US. She moved from Kansas to Georgia to Indiana and Connecticut. She settled finally in Denver where she ran a daycare for many years before working in water filtration and then for the VA. She was a member of Parkview Church in Aurora where she helped out in many areas including Sunday School. She is survived by her sisters Carolyn Nusser, Linda McMillian and Patty Chase as well as many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents Eddie and Barbara Garver. Services... Manhattan, Kansas Gerald "Jerry" D. Lindeman 1934 — 2022 Gerald "Jerry" Dale Lindeman, age 88, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Tuesday May 3, 2022 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born on February 24, 1934 in Satanta, Kansas, the son of Walter and Helen (Jacobs) Lindeman. Jerry attended schools in Sublette and graduated from Sublette High School with the class of 1952. He then attended Kansas State University and earned his Bachelors Degree in Business. After college Jerry entered the U.S. Army. He served during the Korean Conflict from 1956-1958. He returned home after the army to work on the family farm. He went to work for Farm Bureau and worked for many years as an insurance adjuster and agent. Jerry worked in Great... Silver Lake Robert Dean "Bob" Watkins 1933 — 2022 Robert Dean "Bob" Watkins, 88, of Silver Lake, passed away on February 15, 2022 at Midland Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 9:30 am to 11:00 am at Parker-Price Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 am. Graveside Service will follow at the Prairie Home Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Hospice Care and sent in care of Parker Price Funeral Home, 245 NW Independence Ave. Topeka, KS 66608. To read Bob's full obituary, please visit www.ParkerPriceFH.com. Franklin Doyle Rayvon Smith 1945 — 2021 Doyle Rayvon Smith, age 76, passed away on November 24, 2021. He was born to the late Clarence Oliver Smith and Fern Hazel Dirks on November 10, 1945, in Great Bend, Kansas. He grew up working on the family farm in western Kansas and attended Bethel College for two years, where he met his wife, Janice. After transferring to Kansas State University, he earned his Agricultural Engineering degree in 1970. The family lived in several locations throughout Doyle's career. In the early 1970s, he worked at the Krause Milling soybean manufacturing facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He soon relocated to Logansport, Indiana, where he helped build and manage their new soybean processing plant. ... Topeka, Kansas Ruth Redger 1936 — 2021 On the 23rd of July, in the year of our Lord, 2021, our mother, Ruth Redger passed from us to be in her heavenly home. Ruth was born June 18, 1936, in Lyons, Kansas, and was raised in Cimarron, Kansas. She was a very loving and caring mother, wife, daughter, and sister. Ruth was always a good neighbor and coworker. She loved the opportunity to fit in any way she could to help. Ruth enjoyed collecting commemorative plates, stamps, photos, and coins, her piano, genealogy, baking and her friends. In her golden years, Ruth worked for the Shawnee County Election office, where she enjoyed her work and coworkers. She was a member of the American Legion Women's Auxiliary in Liberal, Kansas. Ruth... Lawrence Marion King Roberts 1947 — 2021 Marion King Roberts was born in Hutchinson, KS, July 14, 1947 to Rubie King and Thomas Allen Roberts. He died July 17, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Marcia, and sons Seth (Susanne) of Lawrence, and Spencer (Brittany) of Pacifica, CA., and nine grand children. He received his Bachelors Degree in Music Education from William Jewell College, his Masters in Music from Kansas State University, and his D.M.A. from the University of Kansas. He was Chairman of the Department of Music and Director of Music Education at Baker University from 1975-1985. He was Director of Bands at Blue Valley North High School from 1986-2014. He was past president and charter member of the Kansas... Abilene, TX, Texas Marian G. DeBerry 1934 — 2021 Marian G. DeBerry, 86, of Abilene, Texas, formerly of Hutchinson, passed away on May 27, 2021. Memories may be shared and condolences submitted online at: www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com
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