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Lai "Jane" Wong, 79, retired Owner of the South City Restaurant, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022. Visitation with family present 6-8:00pm, Friday, Aug. 12 and Funeral Service 10:00am, Saturday, Aug. 13 both at the Broadway Mortuary. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Wong; parents, Lin-Woon and Kan Chau; 2 brothers and 1 sister. Survivors include her children, Larry Mark (Susan) Wong, Judy (Garry) Davis and Scott (Traci) Wong, sisters, Betty (Kenny) Guan and Amy...

Kerry Lee Vaughn, 70, passed away Friday, August 5, 2022. A visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 on Wednesday, August 10, at Broadway Mortuary. Funeral service will be at 2:00, Thursday, August 11, at Central Community Church. Kerry was preceded in death by her parents, Haroll, and Naomi Davis; and brother, Dan Davis. Survivors include her husband, Terry Vaughn; children, Rita Morton, Samantha (Bart) Alvord, Christy (Ken) Bryan, and Timothy Vaughn; brother, Dru Davis; mother-in-law, Vera...

Minnie Amelia Lewis, 88, passed away August 3, 2022. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00, Tuesday, August 9, at Broadway Mortuary. A celebration of life will be at 2:00, Wednesday, August 10, also at Broadway Mortuary. Following the service, interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery. Amelia is preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Lewis; parents, Clyde and Cleo Gary; sons, Darrell Lewis, and Robert Lewis; brothers, Robert Gary and Raymond Gary; and sister, Marcella Fredrickson. Survivors...

Charlie Ray Williams, 70, passed away August 2, 2022. Visitation will be at 1:00, Saturday, August 13, at Bethel Life Center. A celebration of life will be at 2:00, Saturday, August 13, also at Bethel Life Center. Following the service the family would like to invite everybody to a reception at BC’s Bar and Grill beginning at 5:00, Saturday, August 13. Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Mable Williams; brother, Wade Williams; and sister, Ginger Elliott. He is...

Herbert Everett Hudson, 93, retired U.S. Army and retired Full Gospel Chapel Pastor, passed away Monday, August 1, 2022. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Remus and Gladys Hudson, his daughter, Shawnda G. Chapman, his son, Johnny E. Hudson, granddaughter, Kristin Chapman and great-grandson, Brett Shively, Jr. Survivors include his wife of 72 years, Marie, his sons, Mark E. Hudson, Steven E. and wife Karen Hudson and...

Shane Eldon Bryson, 52, Coleman Co. Inventory Control employee, passed away Monday, August 1, 2022. Memorial service 11:00am, Saturday, August 13, 2022 at the 47th St. Church of Christ. Preceded in death by his father, Donald Bryson, Shane is survived by his wife of 19 years, Toni. Shane is also survived by his mother, Emma and step-father, Tom Henry; sons, Aaron and Maia Magathan, Flynn Bryson and Joshua Bryson; daughters, Brianna and Michael Vivenzio-Rollings and Ciara Osbourn; and...

Shane Steven Davis was born on September 27, 1969 in Alton, Illinois. Shane passed away on August 1, 2022 in Wichita, Kansas. Shane had over 30 years of experience in the gaming industry, including various leadership roles, most recently serving as Regional Director of Slot Operations with Boyd Gaming. Outside of work, Shane was an avid sports enthusiast, passionate golfer, loved spending time on the beach, and always cherished his time spent with family and friends. Visitation will be at...

Sharon Craft, 78, Retired Derby School District Employee, passed away Sunday, July 31st, 2022. No services scheduled at this time. She is survived by her son, Daniel Ray Craft; daughter, April Lee Craft; brother, Frank Dehart; and grandchildren, London and Peyton Craft. Preceded in death by her parents, Francis Dehart Sr. and Cora Anderson; husband, Melvin Craft; and brother, Ron Thomas. Services in care of Broadway Mortuary. 

German Armando Gomez, 43, Custom Agri Systems Employee, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022. Preceded in death by his mother, Perfecta Membreno, German is survived by his father, Manuel DeJusus Lemos-Rivas; five sons, Alex, Frank, Benjamin, Kevin and Brandon; brother, Joel Rivas Membreno and his wife, Maria Isabel Rivas Hernandez and his sister, Maria Teresa Membreno and her husband, Jesus Delgado.  

Jane Kuhlmann (nee Moberly) passed from this life into the Lord’s care, on July 30, 2022, with love and peace, surrounded by her husband and children.   Jane was born and raised in Wichita Kansas. She was a graduate of East High School and Kansas University with a degree in education. She was a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority.   Jane was preceded in death by her parents, William and Beulah Moberly, and by a sister and brother, Moira Lee Murfin and Dick...

Scott Allen Herren, 51, passed away July 30, 2022. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00pm, Thursday, August 4, at Broadway Mortuary. A funeral service will be at 10:00am, Friday, August 5, also at Broadway Mortuary. A party celebrating Scott's life will be Friday evening, with more details to be announced. Scott is preceded in death by his mother, Cheryl Contreras; brother, Daniel Herren; and grandchild, Gear Cross. He is survived by children, Sylvia Wise, Cameron and Kaleina Herren,...

Paul Coogias, 67, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Frances Coogias, and sisters, Inge Brewer and Diane Coogias. Survivors include his wife, Laurie Coogias; children, Lisa Coogias, Joseph Coogias, and Michael Coogias (Melvelles); and grandchildren, Toby Coogias, Douglass Sutton, Katie Sutton, Evan Sutton, and Maddox Coogias. A Celebration of Life Service is pending at a later date. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Services by...

April D. Curry, 59, White Elementary Para-Professional, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Celebration of Life 1:00pm, Saturday, August 6, 2022, Bethany United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband Bart; mother, Tura Burnett; sons, Caleb and Elijah Curry; and her brother, Kurt Allen. April was preceded in death by her father, Carlton Allen and step-father, Jack Burnett. Memorials to Bethany United Methodist Church. Share condolences at www.cozine.com.

Timothy R. Lawrence, 57, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Timothy is survived by his wife, Tresa Lawrence; children, Amanda Lawrence and Jordan Lawrence; brother, Daniel Lawrence (Wendy); grandson, Nathan Lawrence; nephew, Nicklaus (Bailey) Lawrence; and niece, Abbie Lawrence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl, Jr., and Marie Lawrence. A Celebration of Life Service is pending at this time. Memorials to: Good Shepherd Hospice. Services by Cozine Memorial...

Terry Lee Sprague, 76, passed away Monday, July 25, 2022. Terry was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Sprague; stepfather, Warren Bercaw; and half-brother, Gene Bercaw. Survivors include his children, Teresa Rylander (Donnie) and Robert Sprague; half-brother, Glen Bercaw; grandchildren, Morgan, Melissa, and Chris; step-grandchildren, Dylan and T.J.; several other great-grandchildren. There will be a Celebration of Life Gathering at Terry's home, 2222 W. Savannah, on Friday, July 29, at...

Michael Lewis Hysell, 38, stay-at-home dad extraordinaire, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held at Broadway Mortuary on Friday, August 5th, 2022 at 4:00pm. Reception to immediately follow at the same location. Casual dress is encouraged – please come as you are. Survivors include his wife, Nickol Smith; daughters, Madison and Natalie Hysell; parents, Michael Leroy Hysell and Dana (Eugene) VanWinkle; sisters, Shirelle Hysell and Asia...

Marsha Kay Briar, 60, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022. Marsha was preceded in death by her parents, Gorden and Dorothy Briar, and is survived by her beloved pets, Laya and Taylor; multiple cousins; and many sisters and brothers in Christ. Marsha was an avid student of the Bible, she enjoyed drawing caricatures of people, shopping, and going to garage sales. Her heart was for the Lord and her pets. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, August 5, at 1:00 pm, Calvary Chapel...

Montayne Charles "Tanner" Vigren, 30, Machinist, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022. Tanner was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Vigren and Angela Johnston. Survivors include his wife, Sydney and son, Langston; step-mother, Cheryl Vigren; brother, Matthew and wife, Kendra Vigren and his sister, Tiangela Knapp.  

Janice Louise Tucker, 75, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022. No services will be scheduled at this time. Janice was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Tucker; sons, Robert Eugene Baker and Steven Grant Becker. Survivors include her siblings, Johnny Duane Crouch, Tamara F. Herd (Fred), and Kellie Philpott; and grandchild, Grant Ryan Becker. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Arrangements by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.

Ruth Charlene Breit, 95, retired Law Firm Administrative Assistant, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, LaVerne Breit and her son, Michael Breit. Survivors include her son, Garold Breit; daughters, Jeanne and husband, Stan Krutmeier, Shirley Baker, Phyllis and husband Gary Collins and Gloria Breit. 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren also survive her.

William Daniel Faulk (aged 82) beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, walked with his Savior into eternity on July 21st, 2022, after a brief hospital stay.   Born on May 19th, 1940, in Topeka, Kansas to Charley Allen and Alpha Irene (Hestand) Faulk, William was so small and blue that he was bundled in a boot box and placed onto the oven door as a makeshift incubator to ensure his survival. The youngest of seven children, he spent his childhood...

Matthew J. Stowell, 30, beloved son, brother, and friend, died unexpectedly on July 20, 2022. A viewing will be held from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday, July 29, 2022 at the Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, July 30, 2022 at Hope Community Church in Andover.   Matthew was born on October 2, 1991 in Wichita, Kansas to Chuck and Elizabeth Stowell. He grew up in Andover, Kansas and most recently worked as a rural mail...

Ray Bevley Smith, 90, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Graveside service will be at 10:00am, Tuesday, July 26, at Highland Cemetery in Winfield, Kansas. Ray is preceded in death by his parents, Bevley and Della Smith. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Fern Smith; son, Ron Smith; grandchildren, Naythan Smith, and Nickol (Mike Hysell) Smith; great-grandchildren, Madison Hysell, and Natalie Hysell; and his 2 cats, Fiona and Yeardley Smith. Share condolences and view expanded...

James Thomas Ross, 76, of Wichita, KS, peacefully passed away on July 19, 2022 surrounded by loved ones. James was born on May 13, 1946 to Marie Thorpe in Kansas City, Missouri. After James graduated from Richfield High School in Waco, Texas in 1964, he pursued a degree in Medical Technology at Wichita State University.  Later, he received a Master of Science from Kansas State University. After graduation, James worked at Wesley Medical Center as a Medical Technologist for over 45...

JoAnne Shartzer, 89, Homemaker, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Former Church Librarian, JoAnne was very active in her church and cherished spending time with her grandkids. Visitation 6-8:00pm, Thursday, Cozine Life Events Center. Funeral Service 10:30am, Friday, July 29, 2022, Calvary Baptist Church, Valley Center, KS. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Shartzer; son, Dan; and parents, Howard and Neva Hood. Survivors include her sons, Neal Shartzer and Gary (Karen) Shartzer;...

Kermit Jake Daum passed away July 15, 2022. He was 88 years old. A Celebration of Life Reception will be held Saturday August 6th, from 1pm-3pm at the Cozine Life Events Center at 11500 E. 21st St. N. in Wichita. Tributes and sharing will begin at 2:00 pm.   Kermit is preceded in death by the love of his life, Anne Andres Daum, with whom he shared nearly 60 years of marriage; and parents Jacob and Emma Daum. He is survived by his daughters, Malaura (Bob) Epperson of Wichita, KS,...

Gregory Alan Gordon, passed away Friday, July 15, 2022 at home. A viewing and gathering for family and friends is from 4 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, July 19, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway in Wichita. There will be no additional formal services. Greg was born September 29, 1959 to Darletha and Richard Gordon in LaCrosse, Kan. Greg had three daughters, Tonya, Tabitha and Tasha. He then married Judy (Vasquez) on May 27, 2005, and he gained four children, Chris, Albert, Ami and...

Steve J. King, 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. No services. Steve is survived by his daughter, Colleen King; son, Andrew King; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean Maxwell and brother, Garth King, Jr. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Arrangements by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.

Melba May Cherry, 86, passed away July 10, 2022. Born August 21, 1935 in Newton, Melba is preceded in death by her parents, William Arthur and Mary Miller, 6 siblings - Wilson, Don, Betty, DG, Richard Arlen and Patricia. She is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Lyman Cherry; children, Debi (Roger) Blurton, Steve (Yolanda) Cherry, David (Robin) Cherry, and Scott (Karen) Cherry; sister, Harriette (Harold) Moran; brother, Argell Miller; 12 grandchildren, and 16...

Verline Violet Dockins was born at home on October 23, 1925 near the town of Wideman in Izard County, Arkansas, the oldest of six in the family of James Sanford and Omah Amba Jones Dockins. She died at the Bridgewater Healthcare Center in Carmel, Indiana on July 10, 2022 at the age of 96 years, 8 months and 18 days. Verline attended the Pleasant Grove School through 8th grade, did not go to high school, but passed the GED, high school equivalency exam, as an adult. When she was only 16...

Janie Sue Ritz Westover, 74, went home Saturday, July 9, 2022 with family at her bedside. She left behind a daughter, Katrina Jewell Wolf Ritz; sister, Martha Kimball Westover; brother, Robert Westover; sisters-in-law, Carleen Westover, and Pamela Westover; grandson, Calvin James Dean Wolf; 1 niece, and 3 nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Gail Westover; mother, Frances Westover; brother, Jim Westover; granddaughter, Charity Jewell Marie Ritz Hiles Felts; husband, Louis Ritz...

Agnes Marie ‘Aggie’ Dry, October 6, 1933- July 9, 2022. The oldest of ten children born in Harlingen, Texas. Proceeded in death by her parents, Daniel ‘Hale’ and Lillie (Finley) Warner, husband Bob D. Dry Sr., companion Marion Schuman, son Bobby D. Dry Jr., daughter in law Debbie Dry, sister Bonnie Anderson and brothers Gordon, Neil, Daniel, Terry, and James Warner. Agnes is survived by sisters Patricia Clendennen, Cynthia Zinnell and Sheryl Deases, daughter...

Danielle Marie Hollingsworth, 30, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022. Visitation with family present, will be held on Thursday, July 14, from 6-8 pm, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Family will hold a private Celebration of Life Service. Survivors include Danielle's parents, David and Diana Hollingsworth; sons, Jorden Gregg and Finn Miller; stepson, Luke Miller; sisters, Destiny Hollingsworth and Dana Hollingsworth; and nephews, Brayden, Jackson, and Kamden. Memorials to:...

C.R. “Bob” Dunne, 91, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, died on July 6,2022. A private family service has been planned.   Bob was born to Darcy Edgar and Elizabeth (Testard) Dunne, Jr. on January 7, 1931 in Wichita, Kansas.  He was one of four children: Darcy Edgar, III (Sonny), Betty Marie (Sis) and Nancy… He developed his love and loyalty for family and his zest for life early on with his siblings. He graduated from Wichita East High School...

Pat was a devoted and loving servant of God. She was an active member of Westview Baptist Church since 1976. Pat served the church community in many capacities. She enjoyed time visiting with her many friends, schoolmates, neighbors, medical staff and co-workers. She was independent and hard working. Pat was always willing to help others and continued as a community volunteer after her retirement. Pat was an avid bowler and traveled to numerous bowling tournaments across the country. She...

Harry Scott Elder, 51, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022. Family will hold a private Celebration of Life gathering in the near future. Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Harry O. Elder and Guadalupe (Villarreal) Elder. He is survived by his sister, Teresa Edwards (Chad); niece, Chelsea Cartland; nephew, Michael Cox; great-niece, Aubrey; great-nephew, Easton; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and beloved pet, Tuffy. Memorials can be made to the Kansas Humane Society. Share...

Dorothy Lee Martin was born on August 21, 1930 to Clarence and Blanche Blake of Maize, Kansas, the last of six daughters. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents and sisters Genevieve, Lucille, Vera, Willadean and Helen. She grew up in Maize and later attended Wichita North High School by train where she met her future husband Paul Martin as his band played at a Valentine dance. High School sweethearts, they married on August 22, the day after her 18th birthday. Paul continued to work...

Simpson, Thomas Alexander, 71, passed away on July 3, 2022. Tommy was born June 26, 1951 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Thomas Alexander Simpson and Helen Jean Shaning. He immigrated to Wichita, Kansas with his family in 1954. Tommy was preceded in death by his father and sister-in-law, Cathleen (Barry). Survivors include, his mother Helen, his brothers, Barry of Tucson, AZ, Brian (Karen Gertsen) of Wichita, Glenn (Carol) of Wichita, and sister, Karen (Matthew Stephen) Copeland of Wichita, nieces...

Ruth Louise Faroh, 96, former owner of ETC. Fashions in Wichita, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Mitchell Faroh, her parents, Paul and Naomi Ellis, brothers, Harvey and Jimmie Ellis and her sister, Marie Shabkie. Survivors include her sons, Craig and his wife Janet Faroh and John Faroh, her daughter, Jana and husband, Jack Oliver, grandchildren, Jason and wife, Rachel Oliver and Jeremy and wife, Stephanie Oliver and her great-grandchildren,...

Jorge Vaquera, Jr., 24, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will at be 7:00pm, Thursday, July 7, at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 am, July 8, at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow mass at Greenwood Cemetery. The family wants to express that casual dress is fine. Jorge is survived by his parents, Jorge Vaquera, Sr. and Theresse Alley; siblings, Heather Wall (James), Allison Sikes, Timothy Sikes,...

Ruth E. Warfield, 91, Former Banking Employee, passed away Friday, July 1, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held 10:30am, Saturday, July 9, 2022 at the Cozine Life Events Center. Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Bill Warfield; son, Bill "Randy" (Michelle) Warfield; daughters, Janella Shellenberger and Janet Warfield; brother, Chuck Woolf; brother-in-law, Bob Warfield; grandchildren, William and Frederick Warfield, Paul (Beth) Shellenberger, Nichole (Dave)...

Debra Ann Buesch, 64, Former Wesley and Via Christi St. Francis OR Nurse, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2022. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert and parents, Max and Lucille Newby, survivors include her sons, Matthew Buesch, Michael and wife, Andrea Buesch and Stephen and wife, Marie Buesch; step-daughter, Dianna Buesch; brother, Greg and wife, Rhonda Newby; sisters, Anita and husband, Jerome Wiens and Vonda and husband, Dan Schuster. She is also survived by her grandchildren,...

Charles "Chuck" William Edwards Jr, 70, proud Marine and retired Auto Mechanic, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2022. A celebration of life will be at 3:00pm, Friday, July 22, at Broadway Mortuary. Chuck is preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine Russell; and siblings, Danny Hudlin, Lloyd Combs, Joyce Kester, and James Combs. Survivors include his loving wife, Peggy Edwards; daughter, Melanie (Damon) Claussen; step-daughters, Melissa (David Adams) Holderness, and Brandy...

Frances Y. Avila, 94, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Graveside Service, 1 pm, Friday, July 1, 2022, at Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W. 47th St. S. Frances is survived by her children, Celia Grajeda, Sarah Jewell, Cynthia Salazar, Sulema Arellano, Susanna Larraga, Joe Salazar, Sonya Arnett, Blas Avila, Jr., and Frances Avila-Krech; 43 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, and 21 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by...

Thomas Lee O’Donnell, 23, departed this earth to be with his Lord on June 26th, 2022. He was born in Wichita, KS to Kevin O’Donnell and Julie Balay.   He is survived by his parents, his sisters Sarah & Sydney, and his brother Andrew. Additionally, he is remembered by his nana, Benita O’Donnell, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.   In his younger years, Thomas was an avid and successful motocross racer, enjoyed playing football, fishing, and...

Jamie B. Coulter, Chairman and CEO of Coulter Enterprises, died June 24, 2022 of natural causes at his home in WichitAmerica with His Family by His side. A reception to celebrate his life will take place on Sunday, July 10, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Wichita Country Club. Respectfully No further gathering will take place post celebration.   Jamie was born on 10/20/1940 to Jamie and Mary (Olive McQuillan) Coulter. He graduated from...

Earl L. Stephens, 80, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2022. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 am, Tuesday, June 28, at Broadway Mortuary, 1147 S. Broadway. Earl is survived by his sister, Louise N. Moler; nephews, Gene Moler, Paul Moler, Kerry Moler (Emma), Jeffery Moler (Dawn), and Adam Moler; several other nieces, nephews, cousins, and longtime friends. Memorials to: Kansas Humane Society. Share condolences at www.cozine.com. Services by Cozine Memorial Group-Broadway Mortuary.

Julie Marie Lukic, 51, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be at 10:30am, Saturday, July 2, at the Cozine Life Events Center, 11500 E. 21st St. N. A reception will immediately follow the service. Julie is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Nora Maher; and brother, Mickey Maher. She is survived by her husband of 19 years, Victor Lukic; daughter, Victoria Lukic; son, Jackson Lukic; brother, Daniel (Emma) Maher; sister, Cherie Maher; uncles, Denny Freet,...

Adelicia Emma Banuelos, 18, passed away Monday, June 20, 2022. Visitation will be at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at 6:15, Wednesday, June 29, with rosary beginning at 7:00. Mass will be at 10:00, Thursday, June 30, also at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Burial will follow mass at Kechi Cemetery. Adelicia is survived by parents, Eduardo, Jr. and Deborah Banuelos; grandparents, Eduardo and Maria Banuelos, and Belinda Flores; brother, Daniel Banuelos and his...

Israel Nehemiah Luna-Vick, son of Calvin Vick and Kira Luna, passed away Monday, June 20, 2022. Israel is also survived by his grandparents, Betty Ross, Jose Luna, Henry and Wyevetta Clark and great-grandparents, Dan and Twila Herman and Wynona Vick. His brother, Ramon Vick and sisters, Eva Vick and Sevyn Luna also survive him. Israel was preceded in death by his grandfather, Delmar Brown, great-grandfather, Calvin Vick, uncles, Gabriel Luna, Eric Luna and great-aunt, Yolanda Stephens.