OBITUARIES

Aug 31, 2024

Presley R. McCaleb, 33, passed away, on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Newman Regional Health in Emporia.

Presley Robert McCaleb was born October 27, 1990, in Emporia, the son of Richard Lee McCaleb and Jennifer Lynn Robison. He graduated from Hartford High School in 2009. He attended Flint Hills Technical College for one year, then completed Lennox Heating and Air Training...

Aug 23, 2024

William Darl Shepard, affectionately known as Darl, passed away on August 23 2024, at the Life Care Center of Burlington, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, kindness, and conversations. Darl was born on November 16, 1948, in Yates Center, Kansas to parents Melvin Darl and Lavern (Culver) Shepard, both of whom proceed him in death. 

Darl dedicated 31 years...

Aug 22, 2024

 

Verle Dee McMurphey, 70, Hartford, Kansas, died Thursday, August 22, 2024, in Hartford, Kansas.

 

Verle Dee McMurphey was born in Emporia, Kansas, on February 18,1954, the son of Margaret Jean (McMurphey) McHugh.

 

Surviving family members include half-brother; Gary Leon McHugh, Hartford, KS, nephews; Austin Cushman, and Joseph McHugh, niece, Maddison McHugh, great-nephew, Gunner McHugh, and long-time companion of 20 years, Jeanette Harbaugh...

Aug 22, 2024

Jazmyne “Jazzy” Alynnia Adair age 18, of LaHarpe, Kansas, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024 at her Grandparents home, where she was residing at the time in LaHarpe, Kansas.

She was born on December 4, 2005, in Chanute, Kansas to Jamie and Jessica (Rose) Adair. She was welcomed by an older sister, Kaya Adair and an older brother, Cael Adair.

When still...

Aug 21, 2024

LaDonna F. Harcar, 69, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Cedarhurst Senior Living in Lawrence.

LaDonna Faye Atchison was born February 19, 1955 in Osage City, Kansas, the daughter of Louis F. Atchison and Anna D. (Hooper) Ullrich. She graduated from Reading High School in 1973. Shortly after graduation, she was joined in marriage to Thomas Joseph Harcar on June...

Aug 12, 2024

 

 

 Roy Lankton, 95, LeRoy, Kansas passed away Monday, August 12, 2024 at Coffey County Hospital, Burlington, Kansas. He was born December 29, 1928 in the Crotty Community to Elmer and Frances (Miller) Lankton.

 Roy married Helen Henry on April 24, 1955. They were married for 64 years. Their family consisted of two daughters Nancy Beckman and Donna Gaeddart and three sons...

Aug 10, 2024

Charles Dean Scoggin, affectionately known as Charlie, passed away at his home in Emporia, Kansas on August 10, 2024. He was born in Emporia on February 1, 1957, to Eugene George and Dorothy Jean Cunningham Scoggin, who have now gone before him.

Charlie spent his childhood helping out on the family farm south of Hartford, where he developed a deep-rooted love...

Aug 6, 2024

Betty “JoAnn” Ashlock of Virgil passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday morning, August 6, 2024, at the age of 84.

JoAnn was born on March 23rd, 1940, in Neal, Kansas as the daughter of Arthur Marion and Anna Marian (Crouch) Watts. She was raised in the Quincy area with her twelve siblings. She graduated from Virgil High School and was...

Jul 31, 2024

Jul 28, 2024

Mr. Glen E. Succi, a beloved member of the Burlingame, Kansas community, passed away on July 28, 2024 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka,. He was born on June 6, 1930, in Burlingame, Kansas, the son of Gillio and Edith Vandervord Succi

Glen led a remarkable life filled with dedication and hard work. After graduating from Burlingame High School with the...

Jul 12, 2024

Mary A. Keller, 94, formerly of Osage City, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Bethany Home in Lindsborg, Kansas.

Mary A. Nowlin was born November 4, 1929, in Harveyville, Kansas, the daughter of Alvia W. and Helen M. (Bartram) Nowlin. She graduated Osage City High School in 1947.

Mary was joined in marriage to John G. Keller on June 24,...

Jul 2, 2024

Obituary for Ann Hernandez:

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ann Hernandez, who left this world on July 2, 2024. Ann was born on January 25, 1954, and she lived a life filled with love, dedication, and cherished moments with her beloved family.

Ann was a dedicated professional who found fulfillment in her work. She began her...

Jun 30, 2024

Charles A. Chenoweth, known to many as "Chuck," passed away on June 30, 2024 in Topeka, Kansas. He was born on January 14, 1959, in Harveyville, Kansas.

Chuck had a successful career as a brick mason, leaving a lasting impact throughout the area before his recent retirement due to health reasons. He was truly passionate about the outdoors, finding joy in...

Jun 20, 2024

In loving memory of Marvin Lee Andrews, a cherished soul who graced this world with his presence on March 18, 1981, and departed on June 20, 2024. Lee Andrews, as he was affectionately known, was born and raised in the serene embrace of Salina, where he cultivated a profound love for community sports and the camaraderie they brought.

During his formative...

Jun 16, 2024

Michael M. Aikman, 3, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 in Andover, Kansas.

Michael was born July 7, 2020 in Wichita, the son of James Charles Aikman, Jr. and Winnie Njeri.

He is survived by his parents; four sisters, Cynthia Aikman of Wichita, Katherine Aikman of Hartford, Jamie Davis of Michigan and Samantha Watts of Madison; a brother, Charlie Aikman of Severy.

Funeral...

Jun 15, 2024

Dorothy R. Krueger, 77, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Newman Regional Health in Emporia.

 Dorothy Ruth Krueger was born July 23, 1946 in Emporia, the daughter of Harry P. and Blanche L. (Riggs) Krueger. She graduated from Lebo High School in 1964. She attended Clarks Business School in Topeka.

 She worked for Citizens Bank and Bank of America for over...

Jun 13, 2024

Gloria Haberkorn, 95, formerly of Overland Park KS, passed away June 13th, 2024 in Emporia, surrounded by family. Her strong will and determination enabled her to overcome many health obstacles with remarkable resilience during the past five years. 

Gloria grew up in Buffalo NY with her parents, Frank and Pauline Hojnowski and younger sisters Florence and Barbara. Gloria earned her bachelor’s...

Jun 7, 2024

Vickie Joyce Schopper (Burns). Of Emporia, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024 at Newman Regional Health In Emporia.

She was born on February 16, 1954 in Yakima, Washington the daughter of Herman and Joyce Burns. Vickie attended school in Humansville, Missouri. After high school, Vickie went on to become a nurses aid. She loved caring for people who needed her love...

Jun 7, 2024

Nancy (Anderson) Quandt passed away Friday, June 7, 2024.

Nancy Anderson was born September 13, 1946. She was adopted by Robert and Betty Anderson in 1954 and lived with her 2 brothers and 1 sister in Ottawa, Kansas. Nancy married young, to Jan Jefferis, also of Ottawa in 1964 and welcomed a daughter, who they named Tracy, the following year. After...

Jun 6, 2024

Rosalie was born on a farm west of Hamilton, Kansas on August 24, 1931. She was the oldest of six children born to her parents, Jay and Millie Hollis. At the age of six months, she moved with her family to a farm in Gove County, KS. The family later returned to Greenwood County when that farm was devastated by...