Obituaries

Obituaries for Cherryvale, Fredonia, Chanute, and Surrounding Areas

Charles Edward Jones

Charles Edward Jones

Nov 1, 2023

Charles Edward Jones, age 70, of Chanute, Kansas, passed away at his residence on November 1, 2023. Born on May 5, 1953, in Hepler, Kansas, to Edgar and Norma Lee (Cox) Jones, Charles, also known as Charley, had a vibrant and fulfilling life.

Charley was united in marriage to Christy Ann Morgan on May 24, 1974, and they shared many beautiful...

Dixie Lee Richwine

Dixie Lee Richwine

Oct 20, 2023

Dixie Lee (Stitt) Richwine, age 78, of Chanute, Kansas, passed away on October 20, 2023. She was born on January 5, 1945, in Chanute, Kansas, to her late parents Howard and Nona (Moynihan) Stitt. 

Dixie was a loving and caring individual who touched the lives of many. She was known for her humility, generosity, and hardworking nature.

She was united in...

George "Fred" Frederick Eisele Jr.

George "Fred" Frederick Eisele Jr.

Oct 19, 2023

George Frederick Eisele Jr “Fred”

Fred was a lifetime resident of Wilson County, Kansas. He was born July 31, 1939, to George and Mabel Eisele at their home in North Altoona, Kansas. Their family, including his older sister Elaine, moved to the farm just northwest of Altoona when he was a toddler. The family lived there when his sister Betty Ann...

Geneva M.  Stout

Geneva M. Stout

Oct 10, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Geneva Stout of Chanute, Kansas. Geneva passed away on October 10, 2023, she was 93 years old. Geneva is survived by her loving husband, Dale Stout, her two daughters, Mary Stout and Diana Pratt, one brother; Roger, and one sister; Geraldine, three grandchildren; Paisley, Andy, Carmen, and three great-grandchildren Sylas, Eden, and...

Mary Pauline Schlotterbeck

Mary Pauline Schlotterbeck

Oct 5, 2023

Mary Pauline Schlotterbeck, 97, of Chanute Kansas, passed away on October 5, 2023. She was born on April 2, 1926, in Quincy, Kansas, to the late Ralva and Winnie (Sherman) Watts, Mary was a loving and kind lady who adored her family.

She was united in marriage to Roy Schlotterbeck on September 15, 1944, he preceded her in death on August...

Barbara Ann Strickland

Barbara Ann Strickland

Oct 3, 2023

Barbara Ann Strickland, age 87, of Cherryvale, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at Credo Senior Living in Independence, Kansas.

She was born on January 9, 1936, in Thayer, Kansas, the daughter of Wayne and Alta Mae (Mitchell) Blackburn. Barbara was a loving and proud individual, known for her kindness and generosity.

On March 2, 1952, in Cherokee, Oklahoma she...

Doris  Mae Wilhite

Doris Mae Wilhite

Sep 30, 2023

After gracing this world for 97 years, Doris Mae Wilhite (Lassman) passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Anthology in Olathe, her home for the last three years. Doris was born June 16, 1926, to Fred W. C. and Myrtle (Bland) Lassman on the family farm eight miles southeast of Humboldt. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and...

Verna Lea Shafer

Verna Lea Shafer

Sep 30, 2023

Verna Lea Shafer, 96 of Fredonia, Kansas passed away, Saturday, September 30. 2023 at Chanute, Kansas.

Verna Lea was born to Milton and Stella (Knox) Trimmell on June 16, 1927, in Coyville, Kansas. Verna Lea attended and graduated from Coyville High School.

Verna Lea was married to Charles “Shorty” Shafer, and he preceded her in death. She enjoyed being a homemaker and...

Howard Max Cain

Howard Max Cain

Sep 25, 2023

Howard Max Cain, 97, died Monday, September 25, 2023, in Colwich, Kansas.

Max enlisted in the US Navy the day after his high school graduation in 1944 and served in the Pacific. He retired from Radiant Electric Cooperative in 1991, after 40 years of employment.

He is survived by his children, Luann (Randy) McFadden and Randy (Karen) Cain. His grandchildren include Rachel...

Cheryl Lynn Blackburn

Cheryl Lynn Blackburn

Sep 12, 2023

Cheryl Lynn (Fultz) Blackburn, 76, of Coffeyville, Kansas, passed away on September 12, 2023, at Medical Lodges in Coffeyville, Kansas. She was born on December 18, 1946, in Mendota, Illinois, to Albert and Ruth Fultz. Cheryl was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.

Cheryl had a zest for life and enjoyed various hobbies and interests. She had a passion for...

James Robert Findley

James Robert Findley

Sep 1, 2023

James (Jim) Robert Findley, 91, of Fredonia, Kansas, passed away on September 1, 2023, in Chanute, Kansas. He was born on February 13, 1932, in Coyville, Kansas, to the late Lloyd and Mary Florence (Jackson) Findley.

Jim was a dedicated family man, known for his honesty, hard work, and wonderful sense of humor. He was a loving husband to Willa, his...

Laverna Lee Huneycutt

Laverna Lee Huneycutt

Aug 28, 2023

LaVerna Lee (Hicks) Huneycutt age 86 of Cherryvale, Kansas passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023 in Springfield, Missouri. She was born July 19, 1937 in rural Morehead, Kansas, the daughter of Vernon & Pearl (Wells) Hicks.

She attended Morehead Elementary School and then Labette County Community High School in Altamont, Kansas for her secondary education. Graduating from LCCHS in 1955...

Betty Jean  Wood

Betty Jean Wood

Aug 22, 2023

Betty Jean Wood, 80, of Chanute, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, in Chanute. She was born on June 28, 1943, in Chanute, Kansas, to the late Lewis and Cecil (Brown) Stowell. Betty was a loving and caring individual, known for her fun-loving nature and dedication to volunteer work. She had a particular fondness for dolphins and cherished...

David Charles Bain

David Charles Bain

Aug 21, 2023

David Charles Bain, 78, of Humboldt, Kansas, passed away on August 21, 2023. Born on April 13, 1945, to Frank Delbert and Glanetta Bernice (Wilhite) Bain in Humboldt, KS. David was a beloved member of the community.

David was a man of many interests. He had a deep love for reading and dedicated time as a volunteer with the Humboldt School...

Donald Lee Anderson

Donald Lee Anderson

Aug 19, 2023

Donald Lee Anderson, 85, of Fredonia, Kansas, passed away on August 19, 2023, at his home. He was born on August 21, 1937, in New Albany, Kansas. Donald was a great husband and father, known for his caring nature and devotion to his family.

Donald attended Fredonia High School, graduating in 1955. He then served in the Kansas Army National Guard...

Edsel Eugene Noland

Edsel Eugene Noland

Aug 15, 2023

Edsel Eugene Noland, 95, of Chanute passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at home. Edsel was born in an oil-field lease house on November 6, 1927, in Urbana, Kansas, the son of Wesley and Ollie (Hudson) Noland.

He graduated from Downy Senior High in 1945. He then enlisted and served his country in the United States Navy for two years....

Kenneth "Kenny" L. Streets

Kenneth "Kenny" L. Streets

Aug 11, 2023

Kenneth L. “Kenny” Streets, 84, of Fredonia, Kansas passed away peacefully on Friday, August 11, 2023 at Morningstar Care Facility in Fredonia.

Kenneth Lowell Streets was born on August 9, 1939, in rural Altoona, Kansas to Reed and Doris (Busby) Streets. Kenny attended and graduated from Altoona High School in 1957. He graduated from Kansas State University with a bachelor’s degree...

Amber Jaedeane Hughes

Amber Jaedeane Hughes

Aug 7, 2023

Amber Hughes of Thayer, passed away on August 7, 2023, in Chanute, Kansas.

Amber Jaedeane Hughes was born June 22, 1981, to John (Jack) Hughes and Brenda (Kegerries) Hughes in Chanute, Kansas. Amber graduated from Chanute High School and went on to earn a bachelor of science in psychology and legal issues from Pittsburg State University and a master’s in social...

Cecil C. Clifton

Cecil C. Clifton

Aug 5, 2023

Cecil C. Clifton, 94, of Independence, Kansas formerly of Oroville, California passed away Saturday morning, August 5, 2023, at his son’s residence in rural Independence.

Cecil Charles Clifton was born June 19, 1929, in Pontiac, Michigan, the son of Charles C. Clifton and Pearl (Couch) Clifton. He served with United States Army from 1951 until honorably discharged in 1953.

On September 3,...

Kay  Frances Davis

Kay Frances Davis

Aug 3, 2023

Kay Frances (Bain) Davis 80, passed away on August 3, 2023, in Joplin Missouri. She was born on September 28, 1942, in Humboldt, Kansas to parents, Frank Delbert and Glanetta Bernice (Wilhite) Bain. 

Kay is survived by her brother David C Bain, sister Ann Bain-Bevins, great nieces Kasey and Randi, great-great nieces Natalie, Avery, and Margaret, great-great nephew James, many...

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