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Gerald "Jerry" Mason

Gerald "Jerry" Mason

Nov 30, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Mason, died on November 30, 2024 at the age of 82. 

His favorite word was FANTASTIC and he liked fast cars and slow women. Jerry graduated from East High Vocational Auto Mechanics in 1960. He graduated from WU/WSU in 1970, taking night classes while working full time to pay for college. Jerry spent over 50 years in the Oil...

James L. "Jim" Martin

James L. "Jim" Martin

Nov 23, 2024

James L. "Jim" Martin, 80, of Wichita, KS, a retired electrical engineer and forensics consultant, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024. As a born-again Christian, Jim was eager to be welcomed to his Heavenly home and hear his Father say, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

Jim was born in Norwood, MO, December 21, 1943. He married the love...

Joseph "Joe" Foltz

Joseph "Joe" Foltz

Nov 5, 2024

Joseph"Joe" Foltz, 80, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He was born February 18, 1944 to Norman and Rhoda (Winters) Foltz in Dayton, OH. 

Joe was raised in Findlay, Ohio and received a bachelor's degree from Miami of Ohio. During this time, Joe enjoyed working with his father building houses for Foltz and Son Construction in Findlay. In 1967 Joe enlisted...

Erin Laird

Erin Laird

Nov 2, 2024

Erin Laird, 34, went to her eternal home with Jesus on Saturday, November 2, 2024. She was born January 30, 1990 in Corpus Christi, TX. 

Erin will be remembered for her big heart, her passion for defending and actively helping others in need. Her friends meant the world to her, and she loved spending time with them, socializing, and going on...

Ronald Jessie Sluder

Ronald Jessie Sluder

Oct 30, 2024

Ronald Jessie Sluder was born July 16, 1956 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, the son of Leroy and Rose (Ramirez) Sluder. He passed from this life on October 30, 2024, in Wichita, at the age of 68.

Ron served with the United States Air Force, retiring as a MSGT, then worked as an HVAC specialist.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Vinh Duy Nguyen

Vinh Duy Nguyen

Oct 20, 2024

Vinh Duy Nguyen, 36, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024. He was born March 9, 1988 to Hung and Dung Nguyen in Wichita, KS. 

Vinh enjoyed fishing and trying new foods. He was passionate about cars and exotic animals. Vinh achieved his biggest goal in life by having a big family. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and...

Stephanie Lou Rubosky

Stephanie Lou Rubosky

Oct 20, 2024

Stephanie Rubosky, 66, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024. She was born April 10, 1958 in McKeesport, PA to Michael Rubosky and Claire Margarita Gonzales, but was raised my Michael and Katherine Rubosky.

She graduated from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with her Bachelors of Arts and from George Mason University with her Masters of Arts. She was passionate about helping people...

Phet 'Airnoy' Syakhasone

Phet 'Airnoy' Syakhasone

Oct 5, 2024

Phet Syakhasone, 58, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024. He was born October 25, 1965 in Savannaket, Laos. 

Phet, known for his unique, fun sense of humor and love of family, soccer, food, and travel.  He brings smiles and laughter anywhere he goes.

He served in the Army Reserve, followed by becoming a service technician specializing in home appliances.  From there, he...

Fred D. Sharkey

Fred D. Sharkey

2024

Fred D. Sharkey, 64, of Wichita, KS, went to be with the lord on Thursday, September 26, 2024.

Fred was born in Monterey, CA on January 4, 1960. Growing up, he loved spending time fishing, camping and being in the Boy Scouts. He graduated from Junction City High School class of 1978 and joined the Air Force where he proudly served...

Loy "Art" Cherry

Loy "Art" Cherry

Sep 16, 2024

Loy "Art" Cherry, 93, passed away Monday, September 16, 2024. He was born December 3, 1930 to Loy and Zelma (Roland) Cherry in Wichita, KS. 

Art was a spiritual medicine man, a healer, and a teacher. Art shared his teachings and stories with many. His presence and joyous laughter will be missed. Arts favorite pastime was fishing.

He was preceded in death...

Carol R. Criswell

Carol R. Criswell

Sep 5, 2024

Carol R. Criswell, 88, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, September 5, 2024. She was born January 5, 1936 to Morse and Pearl (Bublitz) Ridgeway in Grand Rapids, MN. 

Carol was raised in the beautiful state of Northern MN where she graduated from high school and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education. She taught...

Saga Y. Cushman

Saga Y. Cushman

Aug 31, 2024

Saga Y. Cushman, 89, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024. She was born December 30, 1934 in Tokunoshima, Japan. 

Saga was a very active woman that enjoyed bowling, sewing, cooking, and especially tending to her garden. She will be remembered for her caring nature and generosity in taking her friends out to dinner. Saga was very proud of her Japanese heritage...

Jacob Neuangthavong

Jacob Neuangthavong

Aug 27, 2024

Jacob Neuangthavong, 16, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was born March 15, 2008 to Okath and Tiffini (Sysaeng) Neuangthavong in Wichita, KS. 

Jacob was a junior at Southeast High School. He enjoyed playing video games and chatting with his friends on the computer he built. Jacob saw numerous movies with his father at the theater and frequented the YMCA...

Kirk R. Luper

Kirk R. Luper

Aug 24, 2024

Kirk R. Luper, passed away unexpectedly on August 24, 2024. Kirk was born to Keith and Kolene (Burkhart) Luper on May 9, 1960. He was an Augusta, KS, high school graduate and attended Allen County Community College. He was a career employee of Beechcraft/Raytheon/Textron where he held many positions, including Crew Chief.

Kirk enjoyed many hobbies including fishing, playing guitar, and...

Kevin Eugene Flower

Kevin Eugene Flower

Aug 22, 2024

Kevin Eugene Flower, 50, passed away Thursday, August 22nd, 2024. He was born January 14th, 1974 to Francis Flower and Sharon Claycamp in Marysville, Kansas. 

Kevin had more personality and vibrancy in one pinky than most do in their entire body. Kevin always said he didn't really have friends, and though we all would want to disagree, he was right. He...

Nou Mao

Nou Mao

Aug 20, 2024

Nou Mao, 88, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024. She was born December 8, 1935 in Kampot, Cambodia. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eimm Koy; and children, Thavrie Botkin, Sophath Koy, and Amanda Sprowson. Nou is survived by her children, Samol (Sophy Chy) Koy, Pha (Sopha Phear) Koy, Sopaul (Navy Chheng) Coy; 26 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. 

Traditional Buddhist...

Flor De Maria De Vega

Flor De Maria De Vega

Aug 17, 2024

Flor De Maria De Vega, 80, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2024. She was born January 9, 1944 to Gerardo Jimenez Mena and Rosa Garcia Mendez in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Flor enjoyed watching Turner Classic Movies, reading true crime novels, and spending time with her family and friends, especially going...

Tot Sayngavong

Tot Sayngavong

Aug 15, 2024

Tot Sayngavong, 62, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024. She was born June 2, 1962 to Kane and Noudam (Lopsavan) Insyxiengmai in Pakse, Laos. 

Tot retired in 2021 after owning and operating Hot Cafe in Atlanta, GA for 29 years. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Hoth Louangpraseuth; and son, James Voraboud. Tot is survived by her children, Tee...

Wanda A. Yates

Wanda A. Yates

Aug 6, 2024

Wanda A. Yates, a beacon of kindness and generosity, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 years and 6 months on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. She was born March 4, 1929 to Joseph and Lonnie (Dawson) Bell in Van Buren, MO. 

Known for her warm heart and giving nature, Wanda touched the lives of many in her family and friends....

Van Phong Tran

Van Phong Tran

Jul 24, 2024

Van Phong Tran, 33, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024. He was born September 2, 1990 to Hung Tran and Suong Pham in Wichita, KS. 

Van graduated from Butler Community College in May 2019 and became a Registered Nurse at Wesley Woodlawn. He married Cinthia on October 8 and raised two children together. Van enjoyed cooking, his favorite dishes were Japanese...

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