Obituary Listings

Jul 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jakobi Tyson, who left us far too soon on July 27, 2025, at the tender age of 17. Born on June 6, 2008, in Beloit, Kansas, Jakobi brought immense joy and light into the lives of everyone he met.

Jakobi was a vibrant spirit with a...

Jul 26, 2025

Melvin Robert "Bob" Delay was born to Charles "Charlie" and Darlene (Grover) Delay on March 27, 1952 in Concordia, Kansas. He Graduated from Liberal High School in 1970.

Bob married LeAnn K. Toppenberg on May 16, 1970, in Liberal, Kansas. They were married until her passing in 2007. Two daughters were born to this union Tausia (Cornelson)...

Jul 26, 2025

Robert (Bob) Benedict Smith 92, of Glen Elder, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at MCHHS surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on January 12, 1933 on a farm south of Cawker City. Bob married his wife, Joan Banks, on September 4, 1954.

Bob worked at Holloway Wholesale...

Jul 20, 2025

Judy Kay Weakley was born on March 6, 1947, in Frankfort, Kansas, daughter of Howard Eugene and Elizabeth Rae Hungerford Bronaugh. She died mid-afternoon Sunday, July 20, 2025 at the Hilltop Lodge Health and Rehabilitation in Beloit, Kansas, at the age of 78 years, 4 months, and 11 days.

Judy grew up and attended school in Frankfort....

Jul 5, 2025

Renee Lyn Hewitt-Soden was born July 22, 1974 in Beloit, Kansas, the daughter of Donald and Cylene Peters Hewitt. She died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the Salina Regional Health Center at the age of 50.

Renee grew up in Beloit, where she attended and graduated from St. John's High School in 1993 with her...

Jun 29, 2025

Kendra Janel Krier Ryser was born on September 6, 1984, to Gary and Jean (Finney) Krier at Asbury Hospital in Salina, Kansas. She passed from this life just as beautifully as she lived it—surrounded by love—on June 29, 2025, at the age of 40, at her home in Beloit, Kansas.

Kendra grew up on the family farm...

Jun 28, 2025

Cylene Bernadette Hewitt, 88, of Beloit, Kansas, passed away on June 28, 2025, at Mitchell County Hospital.

She was born on January 23, 1937, at her family's home south of Beloit, Kansas, to John and Clara (Auer) Peters. Cylene married Donald Neil Hewitt on November 28, 1956. Together, they raised four children, who were their pride and...

Jun 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Doris Marie Gasper, a remarkable woman who left us at the age of 73 after a courageous battle with cancer—fought with extraordinary strength and resilience.

Doris devoted her life to serving others, especially through her longtime work with USD 273. Her unwavering commitment, kindness, and mentorship...

Jun 25, 2025

Gregory Alan McMillan passed away at his home in Randall, KS on June 25, 2025.

He was born on June 20, 1953 in Beloit, KS to parents Richard McMillan and Pauline (Shamburg) McMillan.

Greg graduated from Jewell High School in 1971. He later attended Hutch JUCO and Fort Hays State University. After that, he moved...

Jun 9, 2025

Donna Marie Long was born on November 13, 1936 in Beloit, Kansas, the daughter of Ross and Thelma Flinn Gaskill. She died peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 at the Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde, Kansas at the age of 88.

Donna spent the majority of her life in Beloit, where she grew up and attended...

Jun 7, 2025

Theresa Marie Baxa passed away on June 7, 2025, at the Mitchell County Hospital Resident Care Center in Beloit, KS. Her seven surviving children were all able to be at her side with their love and support.

Theresa was born on October 23, 1929, to Joseph G.and Catherine (L'ECuyer) Kieffer in Clifton, KS.  She was one of...

Jun 6, 2025

Dorotha "Dottie" Ellen Harder, 96, passed away on June 6, 2025, at Hilltop Lodge Nursing Home in Beloit, Kansas.

She was born on May 13, 1929, to George and Erma (Eaton) Walford. Dorotha spent her life caring for others, working as a nurse aide in various nursing homes.

A talented sewer, quilter, and crocheter, Dottie...

Jun 4, 2025

Larry Butterfield, 85, of Beloit, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, at Mitchell County Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Larry and his twin brother, Garry, were born on February 8, 1940, in Atkinson, Nebraska, to Justin and Mable (Gaughenbaugh) Butterfield. From the very beginning, family played a central role in Larry's life.

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Jun 4, 2025

David Louis Magette passed peacefully with his family at his side on June 4, 2025, at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born on November 18, 1961, in Beloit, Kansas, to Louis and Delores (Palen) Magette. He was the oldest of 5 children and raised in the farming community of Tipton, Kansas. He graduated from Tipton Catholic High School...

May 23, 2025

Alice Marie LaCoe, 79, of Beloit, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025.

Alice was born on July 5, 1945, in Beloit, Kansas, to Orville and Juanita (Hansen) Thompson. She graduated from Beloit High School in 1963, where she built lasting friendships and cherished memories that would stay with her throughout her life.

On...

May 21, 2025

Ron Ellenz, 88, of Beloit, Kansas, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on May 21, 2025. He was born on October 18th, 1936, in Tipton, Kansas to Aaron and Marie (Gasper) Ellenz. He was raised on the family farm and attended Wichita State University after graduating from Tipton High School.

He met his beloved wife, Joan (Carrico),...

May 17, 2025

Colleen Sahlfeld, 81, of Beloit, Kansas, passed away with her loving family at her bedside on May 17, 2025, at Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems, the same place where she devoted much of her life in service to others.

She was born on October 12, 1943, in Junction City, Kansas, to James Edwin and Johanna "Joan" Willett....

May 3, 2025

Everett Eugene Mastin was born May 29, 1923 in Herington, Kansas, where he lived until the age of 5. At that time, the family moved to Beloit, Kansas. Everett went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2025 at the age of 101. He is preceded in death by his parents, Stanley George Mastin and Ethel Carolyn (Girtch)...

May 2, 2025

Leanda Sue Dronberger Orsborn was born January 25, 1951 to Lee Keith Dronberger and Yolanda Kay (Ladner) Dronberger Pittenger in Topeka, Kansas.  She was the oldest of three children.  She passed away on May 2, 2025 at Meadowlark Hills – Stolzer House in Manhattan at the age of 74 after her journey with Parkinson's.

Leanda started her...

Apr 25, 2025

Marlene Kay Odle-Kemp passed into eternal life on April 25, 2025. She was 78 years old. She is survived by her husband Bill, her daughters, Sr. Mary Rebekah (Grace Elizabeth) Odle-Kemp and Courtney Anne Cochrell, her son-in-law, Shawn Cochrell, her two grandsons, Colin and Finley Cochrell, her four siblings, and many nieces and nephews.

Born in Wichita,...