Obituaries
Obituaries for Cherryvale, Fredonia, Chanute, and Surrounding Areas
Raymond Pharis Shoaf Sr.
Jan 11, 2025
Raymond Pharis Shoaf Sr., 79, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and veteran, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
He was born on September 22, 1945, in Neodesha, Kansas, the son of Marvin Pharis Shoaf and Alice Pearl (Worford) Shoaf. Raymond's education began at Dickinson County Community High School in Chapman, Kansas, from...
Paul Donald Johnston
Mar 19, 2025
Paul Donald Johnston, known as Don, was born on March 25, 1939, in Labette County, Kansas, and he passed away on March 19, 2025, in Cherryvale, Kansas. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Don graduated from Labette County High School in Altamont, Kansas, as a member of the Class of 1957. He embarked on a successful career at M&M...
Nadine Compton
Mar 22, 2025
Lois Nadine Compton, age 91, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Morningstar Care Home of Fredonia.
She was born on November 3, 1933, in Neodesha, Kansas, Nadine was a devoted mother, loving grandmother, great grandmother and a steadfast member of her community.
Nadine was a graduate of Fredonia High School, with the class of 1951. On September 14, 1952,...
Helen Louise Arbuckle
Mar 20, 2025
Helen Louise Arbuckle, born on November 20, 1927, in Grenola, Kansas, passed away on March 20, 2025, in Fredonia, Kansas. She lived a life dedicated to her family.
Helen attended Grenola High School and cherished her roots in the town where she spent her early years. Throughout her life, she found joy in various interests and hobbies. She had a passion...
Marvin Robert Budd
Mar 19, 2025
Marvin Robert Budd, passed away at his home in Wichita, Kansas, on March 19, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on May 28, 1943, in Springfield, Missouri, Marvin lived his life filled with dedication, hard work, and a passion for classic cars, NASCAR and genealogy.
A graduate of West High School in Wichita, graduating in 1962, Marvin embarked on a lengthy...
James "Jim" Graydon Keath
Mar 17, 2025
James (Jim) Graydon Keath, age 56, of Afton, Oklahoma formerly of Erie, Kansas passed away Monday, March 17, 2025 at his home in Afton, Oklahoma.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 24, 2025 at the Thayer Christian Church, 8495 Dorn Rd., Thayer, Kansas with the Pastor Gene Hewitt officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00 p.m....
Raye Lynn Moran
Mar 15, 2025
Raye Lynn Moran of Cherryvale Kansas passed away on March 15, 2025 at Labette Health in Parsons Kansas. She was 73 years old.
Raye Lynn Smith was born on October 16th, 1951 to James and Vera (Anderson) Smith. She was born in Independence Kansas and was raised in Cherryvale Kansas. She attended Catholic School as a child and graduated from Cherryvale...
Donald Wayne Pope
Mar 14, 2025
Donald W. Pope, age 87, of Bartlesville, Oklahoma passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Donald Wayne Pope was born February 1, 1938, in Independence, Kansas the son of Ernest Pope and Nora (Pennington) Pope. He grew up in Cherryvale, Kansas and graduated from Cherryvale High School in 1956. He served with United states Army National Guard from 1959...
Timothy Wayne Hughes
Mar 11, 2025
Timothy Wayne Hughes, 47, born on May 7, 1977, in Chanute, Kansas, to Jerry Hughes and Sandra Boone-Hughes-Patton, passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2025, at Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center.
He was a beloved husband, father, son, and grandpa, whose warm spirit and unwavering dedication to his family will be remembered.
A proud graduate of Chanute Senior High School, Tim furthered...
Judy Kay Nordt
Mar 4, 2025
Judy Kay (Bailey) Nordt, 73, of Chanute, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2025, at the Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center. Born on May 19, 1951, in Bonham, Texas, to Albert and Lucy (Stone) Bailey.
Judy's life was marked by her unwavering kindness and a deep appreciation for the simple joys in life. Judy graduated from Chanute High School in...
Heather Inez VanLeeuwen
Mar 3, 2025
Heather Inez (O’Daniel) VanLeeuwen, 38, of Savonburg, KS, passed away unexpectedly from injuries sustained in a car accident Monday, March 3, 2025. She was born on October 1, 1986, to Mark and Liz (Davis) O’Daniel in Neodesha, KS.
She was a beloved wife, devoted mother. Heather graduated from Erie High School in 2005 and went on to attend Butler County Community...
Leburn Howard Timmerman
Mar 1, 2025
Leburn Howard Timmerman, passed away on March 1, 2025, in rural Cherryvale, Kansas.
He is survived by his siblings Arlene McDonald, Linda Alcala, Grace Nitz, Wayne Timmerman, Troy Timmerman, James Timmerman, and Richard Timmerman. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jarold and Floydean Mason Timmerman, as well as his brothers, Matthew,...
Sandra Louise Howard
Feb 27, 2025
Sandra Louise (Dunn) Howard was born July 16, 1947, in Parsons, KS toJack and Dorothy (Newman) Dunn she went home to be with her Lord andSavior on February 27, 2025, in Chanute, KS.Sandy attended school in Chetopa, where she played the drums in theschool marching band, took tap dancing lessons, and was an honorarymember of the Order of the Eastern...
Amber Pauline Childress
Feb 22, 2025
Amber Pauline Childress, born on July 19, 1986, in Springfield, Missouri, passed away on February 22, 2025, at Fredonia Regional Hospital. Amber was a cherished daughter and an accomplished artist.
Throughout her life, she found joy in various hobbies that showcased her artistic talents, including drawing, painting, crafting, and enjoyed collecting dolls.
In addition to her artistic pursuits, Amber was an avid...
Fidela Q. Godinez
Feb 21, 2025
Fidela Godinez, a beloved member of the Chanute community, passed away on February 21, 2025, at Neosho Memorial Medical Center in Chanute, Kansas, after a well-lived long life.
She was born on April 24, 1929, in Chanute, Kansas, and was cherished for her dedication to both her work and her community. She was united in marriage to Joseph Godinez on September...
LaVone Ida Kimble
Feb 19, 2025
LaVone Ida Kimble, age 93, of Chanute, Kansas, peacefully passed away on February 19, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.
She was born on July 19, 1931, in Concordia, Kansas, to Efford and Mary (Kuhn) Neptune. She was united in marriage to Harold Kimble on September 27, 1952, in Wichita, KS. She spent many years as a Murray Hill...
Max Barney Farwell
Feb 18, 2025
Max Barney Farwell, 86, passed away on February 18, 2025, at Morningstar Care Center in Fredonia, Kansas.
He was born on August 19, 1938, in Neodesha, Kansas, to Max and Ruth Farwell. He graduated from Fredonia High School in 1957 and was a cattle rancher for most of his life.
He married Linda Shields on June 30, 1960, and they had two...
Darrell Lee Mallow
Feb 5, 2025
Darrell Lee Mallow, 78, born on April 26, 1946, in Independence, Kansas, passed away on February 5, 2025, at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas.
Darrell devoted a significant part of his life to his career as a truck driver, working for Arrow Trucking and Fredonia Transit. He was known for his dedication and skill behind the wheel. In addition to driving,...
Alma Sue Gillis
Feb 3, 2025
Alma Sue Gillis, 84, of Chanute, Kansas, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, at her home. Born to Ralph and Myrtle (Miller) Fitzsimmons, on August 25, 1940, in Coffeyville, Kansas, Sue dedicated her life to her family, her passions, and her work.
Sue was united in marriage to Richard Gillis on January 22, 1987, in Chanute, Kansas. Although they met...
Glen E. Wheeler
Feb 1, 2025
Glen E. Wheeler, a respected and beloved figure in his community, peacefully departed this life on February 1, 2025, at Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center in Chanute, Kansas.
Born on October 5, 1938, in Rural Thayer, Kansas, Glen lived a life rich in accomplishments, dedication, and love. Glen graduated from Thayer High School in 1958 and later explored his educational pursuits...
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