Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wamego and Alma, KS and surrounding areas
Lena Gardenhire Rhodeman
Dec 27, 2017
Lena Gardenhire Rhodeman, 97, passed away December 27th, 2017, in her home where she resided with her daughter for 23 years.
Lena was formally from Wamego KS, and born in Alma KS on October 22nd , 1920. She was united in marriage to Merlin Rhodeman on July 5th, 1946, for 47 years. He preceded her in death...
Wade Stewart Parkhurst
Dec 26, 2017
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Wade Stewart Parkhurst, 35, of Wamego, KS passed away at his home Tuesday, December 26, 2017.
On July 17, 1982 Wade was born to George Parkhurst and Nalita Stewart in Manhattan, KS. Wade worked various jobs including a store manager, para-educator, an amateur wrestler and security guard. Wade was down to earth and was a...
Gary Neil Gordon
Dec 21, 2017
Gary Neil Gordon, 75, of St. George, KS passed away Thursday, December 21, 2017 at the Via Christi Village in Manhattan, KS.
On February 27, 1942, Gary was born to James “Huston” and Helen (Burgess) Gordon in rural Pottawatomie County, KS. Gary graduated from Wamego High School in 1960. He was united in marriage with Nancy Winklepleck and they later...
Philip Padgett
Dec 19, 2017
It is with solemn prayer, that the family of Philip C.O. Padgett announces his Homegoing (John 14:1-4).
Philip was 55 years old. He went home on December 19, 2017 at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in McKinney, TX. He was surrounded by his parents and siblings during a brief illness. Philip was comforted with scripture, prayer, and...
Rae Deane Clover
Dec 13, 2017
Rae Deane Clover, 93, of Westmoreland, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at the Westy Community Care Home.
She was born June 13, 1924, north of Westmoreland, the daughter of Raymond Earl and Alice Christine (Fagerberg) Fairchild. She attended Westmoreland Grade School and graduated from high school in California. She married Eugene “Gene” L. Clover in Oakland, CA on...
John "Paul" Paul Brazzle
Dec 12, 2017
View Memorial Slideshow John Paul Brazzle, 45, of Wamego, KS passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2017, in Westmoreland KS. Paul was born on March 24, 1972 in Westmoreland, KS. The son of Jerry Tisdale and Cynthia Harris (Brazzle). Paul was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. He had a favorite quote, “Don’t judge others by the standards you place upon...
Virginia "Gay" Ladner
Dec 11, 2017
Virginia “Gay” Ladner, 68, of Wamego, KS passed away Monday, December 11, 2017 at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.
On March 4, 1949, Gay was born to Elmer Lee and Virginia (Gilbert) Hopkins in Joplin, MO. After graduating from Galena High School in 1967, she was united in marriage with David Theodore Ladner on July...
Walter Paul Maciejewski
Dec 8, 2017
Walter Paul Maciejewski, 83, formerly of Lancaster, New York, passed away Friday, December 8, 2017 at the Valley Vista - Good Samaritan Society in Wamego, KS. Private services will be held at later date in New York among family.
Debra Jo Thierer
Dec 5, 2017
Debra Jo Thierer, 58, of Alma, KS passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. On November 6, 1959, Debra, was born to Phillip and JoAnn (Moss) Land in Topeka, KS. After graduating from Marysville High School, Debra attended Kansas State University where she received a Master’s Degree in Education. She...
Pearletta J. Smith
Dec 1, 2017
Pearletta Jean (Habluetzel) Smith, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 1, 2017. Graveside memorial services will be held at 11am on Saturday, December 16 at Wamego Cemetery. Pearletta was born October 12, 1929 near Riley, KS to John and Alberta (White) Habluetzel. She attended school there before moving to and graduating from high school...
Jerome "Jerry" S. Pitney
Dec 1, 2017
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Jerome “Jerry” S. Pitney, 79, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Friday, December 1, 2017 following a lengthy illness.
Jerry was born September 4, 1938 in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Jerome J. and Freda L. (Smith) Pitney. He attended Wamego schools and graduated in the class of 1956 from Wamego High School. He lived in Wamego all...
Wayne Hans Jepson
Nov 25, 2017
View Memorial Slideshow Wayne Hans Jepson, 69, of Wamego, KS passed away Saturday, November 25, 2017 at his home. On February 17, 1948, Wayne was born to Lloyd and Lillian (Small) Jepson in Topeka, KS. He graduated from Topeka High School in 1966 and enlisted in the United States Navy a few months later. After 6 years of service, Wayne...
Rita Faye Geisler
Nov 23, 2017
Rita Faye Geisler, 66, of Westmoreland, KS passed away at her home on Thursday, November 23, 2017 in Westmoreland. On July 16, 1951, Rita, was born in La Crosse, KS to Francis and Dora (Goatley) Solomon. After graduating from La Crosse High School, she attended Friends University and Wichita Technical College where she received a degree as an LPN. She...
Anita R. Steinberger
Nov 1, 2017
Anita Rose Steinberger, 80, of Wamego, KS passed away November 1, 2017 at the Westy Community Care Home in Westmoreland, KS. On June 5, 1937, Anita was born to John and Loretta (Dekat) Straub in Flush, KS. She enjoyed sewing, crafts and gardening. She also loved making and decorating cakes and candy. She was united in marriage with Thomas Anthony...
Robert James Evans
Oct 26, 2017
View Memorial Slideshow Robert James Evans, 69, of rural Wamego, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2017 at his home. Robert was born on February 3, 1948 in Millheim, PA to Harry and Ethel (Corman) Evans. He graduated from Penns Valley High School in 1966. Robert was drafted into the US Air Force in 1968. After returning home in 1972,...
David Lee Frey
Oct 25, 2017
David Lee Frey, 81, of Wamego, Kansas and formerly of Manhattan, passed away October 25, 2017 following a lengthy illness. David was born February 5, 1936 in Manhattan, KS, the son of Donald and Gale McAninch Frey. He was raised in Riley, Kansas and graduated from Kansas State University with a Masters degree in Music Education. He worked mostly as...
Donald Eugene Sunnenberg
Oct 21, 2017
Donald E. Sunnenberg, 68, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Good Samaritan Society-Valley Vista of Wamego, following a short illness. Donald was born on August 10, 1949 in Axtell, KS to Harry and Elizabeth (Thomas) Sunnenberg. He graduated from Seneca High School in 1967. He was preceded in death by his son William Eugene, three brothers...
Eugene Charles Prockish
Oct 17, 2017
Eugene Charles Prockish, 90, of Louisville passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the Wamego Health Center surrounded by his family after an extended battle with cancer. Eugene was born August 4, 1927, the son of Leo and Gertrude (Krouse) Prockish. He was the oldest of 8 children. He was united in marriage to Jean Marie Bates on June 6,...
Terrill "Terry" E. Moore
Sep 29, 2017
Terrill “Terry” E. Moore, 67, died September 29, 2017 at his home in rural St. George, KS. He was born September 1, 1950 in Grand Island, NE to Glen and Roberta (Mullikin) Moore. He graduated from Dodge City Senior High School in 1968 where he excelled in both football and baseball. He was a member of the All-WCKL football team. ...
Nancy Jane Blankley
Sep 25, 2017
View Memorial Slideshow Nancy Jane Blankley, 70, Westmoreland, KS passed away Monday, September 25, 2017 at the Westy Community Care Home in Westmoreland. On May 31, 1947, Nancy was born the daughter of Robert and Juanita (Umscheid) Chilcott, Sr. in Manhattan, KS. She attended Westmoreland schools and graduated from Westmoreland High School. She was united in marriage with Wayne Blankley...
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