Obituaries

Carolyn S. McNeil

Carolyn S. McNeil

Jan 18, 2024

Carolyn S. McNeil, a member of the Turpin, Oklahoma community, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at the Wheatridge Park Care Center. Carolyn was born on April 2, 1934, in Dustin, Oklahoma to Oscar Wells and Edith (Wallace) Wells.

She was united in marriage to Earl D. McNeil in 1951. Earl preceded her in death in December 1984. 

Carolyn served as...

Calvin C. Crosby

Calvin C. Crosby

Jan 10, 2024

On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, Calvin C. Crosby, age 96, died at the Wheatridge Park Care Center in Liberal, Kansas.

Calvin was born on July 9, 1927, in Forgan, Oklahoma, to George W. and Edna (Montgomery) Crosby.  Calvin's life journey began in Forgan, Oklahoma, where he completed his education at the 9th grade. He was a dedicated truck driver...

John David Massoni

John David Massoni

Jan 5, 2024

John David Massoni, 89 passed away on January 5, 2024, in Opelousas, Louisana.

 

He is survived by his children, Michael Massoni and his wife Alexes, Daniel Massoni and his wife Pamela, Sherrida Massoni Dohner and her husband Daniel, and his son Matthew Massoni.  

 

He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  

 

He was preceded in death by his beloved...

William "Bill" Louis Kent

William "Bill" Louis Kent

Dec 19, 2023

William “Bill” Kent of Fishers, Indiana passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023, in Fishers. He was born October 1, 1973, to Ray and Roxie (Eaton) Kent in Beaver, Oklahoma.

 

Bill suffered from Marfans syndrome, just like our Mom and other family members. At an early age he realized he was going to need a good education to provide a...

Jose Luis "Luisito" Rios Favela

Jose Luis "Luisito" Rios Favela

Dec 17, 2023

 

Jose Luis “Luisito” Rios Favela, age 39, died Sunday, December 17, 2023, in Liberal, Kansas.

 

He was born on December 03, 1984, the son of Jose L. Rios Rodriguez, and Marcelina Favela Perez in Santa Clara, Durango, Mexico.

 

Jose graduated from Liberal High school and went on to work in production for Seaboard Foods.

 

He...

Elder "Gordo" Ramirez

Elder "Gordo" Ramirez

Dec 8, 2023

Elder “Gordo” Ramirez, age 34, died Friday, December 08, 2023, in Liberal, Kansas.

 

He was born on March 21, 1989, the son of Juan Jose Ramirez and Anna

Garcia in Liberal, Kansas.

 

Gordo worked as a derrick hand in the oilfield for many years.

 

He is survived by his two sons, Elder Ramirez Jr, and Elyer Ramirez,...

Raymond Joe Medina

Raymond Joe Medina

Dec 5, 2023

Raymond Joe Medina, age 63, of Liberal, Kansas formerly of Leoti, Kansas passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023, after a short illness.

 

He was born on April 19, 1960, the son of Cipriano Pinon Medina and Mary Medina in Wichita, Kansas.

 

He leaves behind five sisters; Petra Cantu of Tribune, Kansas, Maria Medina of Garden City, Kansas, Adelida...

Carolee Gaye Nickel

Carolee Gaye Nickel

Nov 24, 2023

Carolee Gaye Nickel passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023 at her residence surrounded by family, in Turpin, Oklahoma.

She was born on February 21, 1960 in Newton, Kansas, the daughter of Orville Duane and Geneva Smith. 

She attended Sedgwick High School, where she graduated in 1978.  She then attended Seward County Community College.  She was known for many years...

Kurtis Brent Miller

Kurtis Brent Miller

Nov 17, 2023

Kurtis Brent Miller, age 57, died Friday, November 17, 2023, at the Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, Kansas.

 

He was born on February 24, 1966, in Liberal, Kansas, the son of Darrell Keith and Linda Joan (Gray) Miller.

 

Kurtis attended Hays High School, Pratt High School and eventually graduated from Turpin High School.  Following graduation, he joined Walmart...

Sue Ann Maddox

Sue Ann Maddox

Nov 17, 2023

Sue Ann Maddox, 70, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Good Shepard Homecare and Hospice, in Manhattan, Kansas. 

 

She was born on December 29, 1952 in Lamar, Colorado, the daughter of Peter and Phyllis (LeFort) Geier.

Sue graduated from Lamar High School in 1970.  She then went to the Presbyterian School of Nursing in Denver, Colorado,...

Robert Alan Thomas

Robert Alan Thomas

Nov 16, 2023

 

Robert “Alan” Thomas, age 55, died Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.

 

He was born on December 8, 1967, the son of Ivan and Thelma (Horn) Thomas in Gallop, New Mexico.

 

Alan was united in marriage to Joanna Thomas on November 15, 2008, in Liberal, Kansas. He worked as a foreman for...

Joyce Barlow

Joyce Barlow

Nov 3, 2023

After an amazing and full life, Joyce Barlow age 83, died Friday, November 3, 2023, at her residence in Liberal, Kansas.

 

She was born on May 26, 1940, the daughter of Hiram and Myrtle (Cox) Brown in Maywood, Nebraska.

 

Joyce enjoyed playing bingo and the lottery and she loved her grandchildren dearly. Joyce especially enjoyed Thanksgiving and Christmas...

Kevin Uriel Fraga Chavez

Kevin Uriel Fraga Chavez

Nov 1, 2023

 

Kevin Uriel Fraga Chavez, age 18, died Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his residence in Liberal, Kansas.

 

He was born on May 8, 2005, the son of Ricardo Fraga Cabrera and Marisol Chavez Avila in Chichihualco, Guerrero, Mexico.

 

Kevin was the oldest of his siblings. He worked at R & E’s Tire Shop.  Kevin was deeply loved...

Virginia Lee Wilson

Virginia Lee Wilson

Oct 30, 2023

After an amazing and full life, Virginia Lee Wilson, age 80, died Monday, October 30, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas.

 

She was born on January 1, 1943, the daughter of John Peter and Mary Frances (McDermott) Kessler in Scott City, Kansas.

 

Virginia went to Leoti High School in Leoti, Kansas and continued her education in Dodge City, Kansas where...

Roberto Nas Tiniguar

Roberto Nas Tiniguar

Oct 28, 2023

Roberto Nas Tiniguar, age 44, died Saturday, October 28, 2023, in Lansing, Kansas.

 

He was born on February 3, 1979, the son of Tomas Nas Chon and Tomasa Tiniguar in Zacualpa, Guatemala.

 

Roberto was united in marriage to Martina Ventura Quino. He was the father of six children.

 

He is survived by his wife, Martina Ventura, four...

Christopher Alan Tooley

Christopher Alan Tooley

Oct 25, 2023

Christopher Alan Tooley, aged 61 passed away unexpectedly, on October 25, 2023, at UC Health in Greeley, Colorado, surrounded by his loving family. Chris was born in Farmington, New Mexico on May 23,1962 to George and Joyce (Murphy) Tooley. George and Joyce then moved to Kansas in 1963 where they grew their family with the birth of two more children.

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Marcial Rivas

Marcial Rivas

Oct 21, 2023

Marcial Rivas, age 73, died Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton, Kansas.

 

He was born on March 13, 1950, the son of Eduardo Rivas and Maria De la Luz Alvarado in Mexico.

 

Marcial was united in marriage to Elva R. (Rios) Rivas on June 29, 1977, in Mexico. He was the father of three sons,...

James Dewitt Haley

James Dewitt Haley

Oct 18, 2023

James Dewitt Haley, 38, died on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at his residence in Liberal, Kansas.  

He will be deeply missed by his friends and family.

Funeral services are currently pending.  

Condolences can be left at www.hornungfuneralhome.com

 

Kyle Jacob Heeke

Kyle Jacob Heeke

Oct 16, 2023

Kyle Jacob Heeke, age 38, of Montgomery, Texas, died suddenly Monday, October 16, 2023.

 

He was born on April 1, 1985, to Ronald Mark Heeke and Cynthia Jane (Chamberlain) Heeke in Liberal, Kansas.

 

Kyle graduated from Kearney High School, Kearney, Missouri.

He was employed in the paintless dent repair and tile installation businesses.

He was quite artistic, creating...

Guadalupe Quintero Monarrez

Guadalupe Quintero Monarrez

Oct 10, 2023

Guadalupe Quintero Monarrez, age 61, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.

 

He was born on September 26,1962, the son of Eligio Quintero and Matilde Monarrez in Valle De Topia Los Pinos, Durango, Mexico.

 

Guadalupe was united in marriage to Norma Beltran Enriquez on May 2, 2000, in Liberal, Kansas. He was the...

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