Obituaries

Robert "Robby" Walter Clingan, Jr.

Robert "Robby" Walter Clingan, Jr.

Mar 15, 2024

Robert Walter “Robby” Clingan, Jr., age 71, long-time resident of Liberal, Kansas, died Friday, March 15, 2024, in Sun City, Arizona.

 

 

Robby was born on June 14th, 1952 in Stillwater, OK, to Robert “Bob” and Margaret “Marg” Clingan. The family moved to Liberal in 1956. He attended Lincoln Elementary, West Junior High and graduated from Liberal High School in 1970.  He...

John Henry Vallejos

John Henry Vallejos

Mar 13, 2024

John Henry Vallejos was 70 years old when he passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas.

 

John was born on December 10, 1953, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Johnnie and Marie (Gomez) Vallejos.

 

John enjoyed working as a truck driver for many years for Sernas in New Mexico.

His favorite past time was playing bingo where...

Carolee Ann Lewis

Carolee Ann Lewis

Mar 11, 2024

Carolee Ann Lewis passed away surrounded by family on March 11th, 2024, at the age of 80. She found strength and solace in her faith, and her steadfast belief in God's plan sustained her through life's joys and trials.

She is survived by her son Brian Depuy, her daughter Rhonda Coats, her grandchildren, Tyler Kemper (Donna), Brandi Hodges (Isaac), Chris Kilgore...

Donna Lou Nix

Donna Lou Nix

Mar 2, 2024

Donna Lou (Stewart) Nix, age 88, of Liberal, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her home on March 2, 2024.

 

Celebration of life will be held at Lone Star Friends Church on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 10:30 am, 2698 State Hwy. 51, Woods, Kansas.

 

Donna Lou was born to Carl Stewart and Maybell (Best) Stewart on January 16, 1936, in New Albany,...

LaVern Janice (Gregg) Thomas

LaVern Janice (Gregg) Thomas

Feb 25, 2024

After an amazing and full life, LaVern Janice (Gregg) Thomas, age 99, died Sunday, February 25, 2024, Hugoton, Kansas.

 

She was born on June 20, 1924, in Stevens County, Kansas to Robert Arthur and Edna Idonia (Bevan) Gregg.

 

LaVern attended Bethel Grade School and graduated in 1942 from Hugoton High School. At age 16, she started working in Sunday School at Bethel...

Aurelio Mares Rivera

Aurelio Mares Rivera

Feb 22, 2024

Aurelio Mares Rivera, age 84, died on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas.

 

He was born on December 4, 1939, in Durango, Mexico, to Jesus Mares Avila and Julia Rivera de Mares.  

 

Aurelio was united in marriage to Elsie Leal, she preceded him in death on June 4, 2006. Aurelio displayed a strong work ethic in agriculture,...

Al Shank

Al Shank

Feb 22, 2024

Albert Isaac “Al” Shank, Jr., age 68, owner and CEO of Al Shank Insurance, Inc. died Thursday, February 22, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas.

Born April 26, 1955, in Liberal, Kansas to Albert Isaac and Georga “Maxine” (Long) Shank.  Upon graduating from Liberal High School in 1973, he attended the University of Kansas on a football scholarship, majoring in Business and playing...

Yurida Karina Morales Lux

Yurida Karina Morales Lux

Feb 16, 2024

Yurida Karina Morales Lux, de 8 meses de edad, falleció el viernes 16 de febrero de 2024 en Southwest Medical Center en Liberal, Kansas.

Nació el 28 de mayo de 2023 en Liberal, Kansas, hija de Tomás Valerio Morales Batz y Delmy Magdalena Lux-Muz.

Yurida era una bebé feliz que amaba las fresas y su familia. Le gustaba especialmente jugar con su...

Kenneth Hamilton

Kenneth Hamilton

Feb 11, 2024

Kenneth Wayne Hamilton, age 77, died on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Kansas Medical Center in Andover, Kansas.

 

He was born on December 5, 1946, in Liberal, Kansas to Robert W. and Helen (Crawford) Hamilton.   

Ken graduated High School from Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington, MO before he was drafted by the United States Army to serve in the Vietnam War....

Mary Lee Smith

Mary Lee Smith

Feb 1, 2024

After living a very fulfilling life at the age of 95, Mary Lee Smith’s journey came to an end on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

Mary Lee Smith was born on January 4, 1929, in Liberal, Kansas to loving parents Floyd Hook and Helen (Meyers) Hook. Mary attended several schools in western Kansas and Oklahoma while her father followed gainful employment in...

Yolanda Gomez

Yolanda Gomez

Jan 26, 2024

Yolanda Gomez, 56, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024 at BSA Hospital in Amarillo, Texas.

 

She was born on March 3, 1967 in Delicias, Chihuahua, Mexico, the daughter of Arturo and Consuelo (Enriquez) Marta.  

 

On October 20, 1995 She married Oscar Gomez in Liberal, Kansas.  He survives.

 

Yolanda is survived by her husband, Oscar, of Liberal, Kansas.

Her Mother, Consuelo Marta of Mexico.

 

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Sammy Ruth Bartley

Sammy Ruth Bartley

Jan 22, 2024

Sammy Ruth Bartley, age 88, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024, at Wheatridge Park Care Center. 

Sammy was born March 2, 1935, in Guymon, Okla., to Hazel L. Johnson Davis and Samuel Davis.

She went to school in Guymon, Okla. After graduation, she attended and graduated from Panhandle State University, Goodwell, Okla., with a BS in education. She taught third grade...

Manuel Jesus Erives

Manuel Jesus Erives

Jan 18, 2024

 

Manuel Jesus Erives, age 39, died on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at his home in Liberal, Kansas.

He was born on June 9, 1984, in Liberal, Kansas, to Jesus Erives and Betty Nuzum.  

Manuel worked in the oilfield industry. His greatest source of joy came from the love and support he received from his loving children Iban Cerda and Arlette Erives,...

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...

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...

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