Obits
Jim Child, born on Nov. 21, 1953, in Topeka, took his final bow on March 22, 2025, in Kansas City,, surrounded by the warmth of family. He was a man of many facets, embodying a spirit that was both deeply rooted in the land and elevated by his adventures across the vast range of life experiences....
John Douglas Nichols, 80, of Mayetta, died Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at his home with family by his side.
He was born July 27, 1944, in Seneca. He was the son of Rollen Aaron and Nancy Frances (Talley) Nichols.
He attended school in Corning, Lima, Ohio, and Holton and graduated in 1962 from Hoyt...
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Nancy Kay Kranz Bell, who left this world on March 26, 2025, in Rossville.
Born on May 21, 1953, in Horton, Nancy was the beloved daughter of Clarence and Bonnie Kranz of Denison. Nancy’s life was one defined by love, devotion and a deep commitment to her...
R. Keith Gilliland of Holton, KS, came to rest in the arms of his loving Savior on March 25, 2025.
Keith was born on April 8, 1936, in Holton, the son of Roy Albert and Stella Tutt Gilliland. He grew up on the family dairy farm seven miles north of Holton. Handsome, charismatic and unassuming,...
Wade Louis Hinman, 67, of Mayetta, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at The Pines in Holton.
He was born July 13, 1957, in Holton, the son of Ray and Gwyn (Daugherty) Hinman.
Wade graduated from Valley Falls High School in 1975. He was a machinist at Burlington Northern Santa Fe, retiring after...
Bette Coleman Ross, 74, passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2025, in Holladay, Utah.
Bette was born in Holton on May 8, 1950, to David and Georgine Coleman. She grew up working at Denison State Bank, her father’s company, and graduated as a Holton High Wildcat in 1968. Bette twirled baton...
Christine Louise “Chris” Hegemann, 62, Hoyt, died Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at her home.
She was born Dec. 21, 1962, at Scott Air Force Base near Belleville, Ill., the daughter of Robert H. “Sarge” and Jacque L. Roediger Hegemann. She graduated from Royal Valley High School in 1981.
Ms. Hegemann...
Elizabeth Jane “Betty” Fuqua, 95, of Mayetta, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born Feb. 22, 1930, at St. Benedict, the daughter of John and Merwina Levings Martin. She was the fourth oldest of nine children. She graduated from Public High School...
With profound sadness, we announce that Chief Master Sergeant (Retired) Troy E. Edwards, 58, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at his home in Davis Junction, Ill.
Born April 14, 1966, in Great Bend, to Robert Edwards and Patricia (Warner) Spohn, Troy dedicated his life to service....
Robert “Bob” Carl “Tatani” Hubbard, 74, of Mayetta, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka.
He was born December 31, 1950 in Topeka, KS the son of Chester A. and Mary (LaClair) Hubbard.
Bob graduated from Marty Indian School High School in Marty, S.D., and attended...
