Apr 23, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rita May Rumford McCorkle, age 70, on April 23, 2024, at her home in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, on June 23, 1953, to Albert Rumford and Harriet Gould. Rita was later adopted by Thomas Jones and Lura Felton in 1961. Rita married her soulmate...

Apr 20, 2024

Terrale William Johnson, 29, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 in Lenexa, KS. He is proceeded in death by his father Brian Keith Johnson and his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Terrale was born on June 29, 1994 to Brian and Regina Johnson in Tulsa, Oklahoma, He was a bundle of joy from birth and that...

Apr 13, 2024

Kayleen Kastor, 31 years old, passed away on April 13, 2024, at Stormont Vail Medical Center in Topeka, Kansas.

Kayleen was born March 27, 1993 to Kandido and Merly Kastor in Kolonia, Pohnpei.

Kayleen enjoyed dancing, singing, and fishing.

Kayleen graduated from The Pohnpei State High School.

She is...

Apr 12, 2024

Marcus Collins gained his wings on Friday April 12, 2024 He was a great father, son, and brother he will be gladly missed Rest in Heaven 🙏

Apr 2, 2024

Sandra (Sandi) Allard of Manhattan, KS joined her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024. She was born December 29th, 1943, in Bassett, Nebraska to Earl and Rowena Hurley Debolt, both deceased.

On October 15th, 1966, she was united in marriage to John Allard at St. Christopher’s Catholic Church in Valentine, Nebraska.

Mar 28, 2024

Richard Edward Sorell, 81 years old, passed away on March 28th, 2024, at his home in Manhattan, KS.

Richard was born July 6th, 1942, to Raymond and Rita (Derusseau) Sorell in Concordia, KS. Richard

had a younger sister, Carolyn Desilet. Richard and Carolyn were close, and they often said they

were two peas...

Mar 18, 2024

Wynette Hardy, beloved mother, and educator, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024, at the age of 86, at Regent Park Assisted Living and Memory Care, Wichita, KS. She was born on August 2, 1937, in Great Bend, KS to the late Preston Stanley McCarter and Birdie Leona Hollis.

Wynette spent most of her life...

Mar 13, 2024

Nancy Ellen Weeks, 74, of Belvue Kansas, passed away on March 13, 2024 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas.

She was born on July 12, 1949 in Wamego, KS. Nancy was the daughter of Edith (Lyddane) and Keith Weeks. Nancy graduated Wamego High School in 1967, then proceeded her education in teaching. Nancy...

Mar 10, 2024

Robert Duane Frotscher was born 11/23/45 to Audrey and Harold Frotscher.

He is preceded in death by his son Brad Frotscher, his sister Marlene Frotscher, his Father Harold, mother Audrey, and wife Betty Louise Frotscher.

Robert enjoyed all things outdoors. His whole life was about fishing and hunting. He loved guns, bows, and most recently...

Mar 9, 2024

Bruce C. Spellman aged 72, passed away at his home in Manhattan, KS March 09, 2024. Born to William and Alice (VanGoethem) Spellman in Newark, NJ on July 4, 1951, he lived a life marked by love for his family and service to his community. Bruce is survived by his wife Julie (Brunner) Spellman, his two sons Jason (Renee)...

Mar 2, 2024

Debra J. Chatelain was born August 24th, 1956, at Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Eugene D. Gering and Johanna N. (Casper) Gering. She passed away Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, AR at the age of 67.

She grew up in Manhattan, KS, graduating from Manhattan High in 1974. After...

Feb 25, 2024

Roberta Surs, age 85, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on February 25, 2024.

She dedicated over 50 years of her life to Universal Securities, where she served as an  insurance agent.

She was proceeded in death by her son Kelly Surs, brothers Mike and Pat, her parents Helen and Leo Marks....

Feb 18, 2024

Thomas "Tom" Richard Claman Jr., an avid chess player, former Boy Scout and adult Scout leader, harmonica player, respected data analyst, and beloved member of the Manhattan Kansas community, passed away on February 18 2024, at the age of 66. Born January 11th, 1958 in Roswell New Mexico to Kathryn "Kay" Fritz Claman and Thomas "Dick" Richard Claman Senior,...

Feb 11, 2024

Kelly Junius Peterson, 36, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on February 11, 2024. Born in Manhattan, Kansas, on June 15, 1987, Boogie was known for his sensitive nature and his love for cats. He cherished his friends and family deeply.

Kelly, a graduate of Manhattan High School, class of 2006, was an artist from a...

Jan 30, 2024

Joanne “Joni” M. Phipps, 82, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away January 30, 2024 at Homestead Assisted Living. She was an interior decorator educated at Mankato State University. She also graduated from Crum’s Beauty College in Manhattan.

Joni was born in Bricelyn, Minnesota on January 10, 1942, being raised by her loving grandparents. She was the...

Jan 28, 2024

Cassandra "Cassey" Kay Meziere passed away and earned her angel's wings on January 28, 2024 in Manhattan, Kansas. Cassandra was born on April 22, 1975 in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri to Ronnie and Kathy Meziere.

She is survived by her parents, two daughters, Brianna Mitchell, and Olivia Beason, both of Greer, South Carolina. Included is...

Jan 22, 2024

Marjorie Frances Schlegel, 94, Meadowlark Retirement Community passed away Monday, January 22, 2024 at her home.

She was born December 16, 1929 to Florence and Gerald Noll of Flush, Kansas. She lived in Flush until high school graduation and then moved to Manhattan, Kansas to start a job at Icey Way. She remained a Manhattan resident the...

Jan 21, 2024

Zacarias Adam Salas-Boyd, 22, of Manhattan Kansas, passed away on January 21, 2024. Zacarias Salas, also known as Zack, was born in Lamar Missouri, on February 22, 2002. He is the son of Marcella Boyd and Carlos Salas. Zacarias had a dog that he would call "D Dog" that he loved so much and would do anything for. Zacarias...

Jan 10, 2024

Surrounded by loved ones and after a courageous battle with cancer, Kenneth Pilcher Smith

passed away on January 10th, 2024. Born in Beaverton Alabama to Fred Clint Smith and Annie

Lou Abbott Smith he was the youngest of four children. During his childhood Ken spent his time

exploring the woods around Winfield Alabama...

Dec 30, 2023

Abigail Torres, 62, of Manhattan, KS passed away December 30, 2023. Abigail, who was also known as "Vicky," was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico on March 6, 1961, the daughter of Hilda, Esther Perez, and Alberto Torres; Abigail grew up in Puerto Rico, she moved to Miami, Florida in 1979 and lived there most of her life. Abigail...