Obituaries
Melvin L. Luttrell
Nov 5, 2024
Melvin L. Luttrell, a kind and loving soul, departed this world on November 5, 2024, at the age of 89, surrounded by his most cherished loved ones at the Kansas Christian Home in Newton, Kansas. Born on January 23, 1935, in Caldwell, Kansas, Melvin's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, hard work, and devotion to family.
With...
Lou Landis
Nov 5, 2024
Louis “Lou” Duane Landis went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 5 at Kidron Bethel Village, North Newton. He was born May 2, 1936 to Floyd Milton and Edna Marie (Schmidt) Landis, in Perry, Oklahoma, the third of four children. His parents eventually settled in Idaho where he was raised on a farm.
In 1958, Lou spent...
Dale L Clark
Nov 5, 2024
Dale Lynn Clark, born on December 16th, 1949 in Wichita, Kansas, passed away after a valiant fight following a double lung transplant in 2020 at his home in North Newton, Kansas. Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Gertrude (Lee) Clark. As well as his grandparents, Ross and Mabel Lee, and mother and father in law, Charles...
Peggy L. Reusser
Nov 3, 2024
Peggy L. Reusser, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, at the age of 88, surrounded by her family in her home in North Newton, Kansas. Born on February 15, 1936, in Newton, Peggy's life was a testament to love, service, and adventure.
Peggy married her husband, Loren, in 1954 and together they raised three...
Mary Perez Vega
Nov 2, 2024
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Domingo Perez, Sr. and Lupe Tafolla, her beloved son Raymond “Junior” Reyes, and grandson Michael D. Wilson, brothers Johnny Perez, and Manuel Lira, sisters Ramona Abasolo, and Angie Hyatt. She is survived by her husband Jose Vega of Newton, Ks. She is also survived by her children: Florence “Flo” Ybarra, and husband...
Jerry L Supernois
Nov 1, 2024
Jerry Lee Supernois passed away on November 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 14, 1947, to Calvin and Normadean Supernois, he was the oldest of two children.
Jerry graduated from Newton High School in 1965. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the Air Force Reserves, serving active duty overseas in Korea from 1967 -1968. He rose to...
Dennis Lee Botterweck
Oct 30, 2024
Dennis L. Botterweck, 73, passed away on October 30, 2024, at Kidron Bethel Healthcare in North Newton, KS. Born on April 18, 1951, in Newton, Kansas, to Harold and Phylliss (Sheffler) Botterweck, Dennis lived a life full of love and dedication. On June 2, 1973, he married Janet Koehn, in Newton, KS.
Dennis dedicated many years of service to the City...
Alma Marie Williams
Oct 27, 2024
Alma Marie Williams went to her heavenly home, surrounded by her children, on October 27th , 2024. She was born March 6, 1932, in Rooks County, Kansas to Walter and Clara (Holsman) Vielguth. She attended schools in Phillipsburg, KS and graduated from Newton High School.
Growing up on a farm and being a preacher’s kid, Alma knew hard work and God.
Her...
Dr. Yusuf Qamar
Oct 26, 2024
Yusuf Qamar MD passed away in the presence of his wife and two sons on October 26, 2024 at the age of 86.
Yusuf was born on April 10, 1938 in London, England to Razi Uddin Ahmad and Nayyar Jehan Begum. After World War II, his family relocated from India to Peshawar, Pakistan. Yusuf graduated from Khyber Medical College in 1962,...
Bradley Brian Riffel
Oct 25, 2024
Bradley B. Riffel, age 71, died the afternoon of Friday, October 25, 2024 at Newton Medical Center.
Brad was born in Wichita, Ks on May 26, 1953 to La Mar and Elenora Riffel in Wichita, Ks. He graduated from Newton Sr. High School in 1970.
At some point he married and then divorced. Having no children Brad lived a bachelor's life. He...
Jeanne Strotkamp
Oct 21, 2024
Jeanne Raye (Pierce) Strotkamp passed October 21, 2024. She was born to Marshall and Marie Pierce on March 10, 1955 in Newton, Kansas. Jeanne was a delight to her parents and older siblings Layne and Susie, their “blue-eyed baby girl,” who charmed friends and neighbors with her sweet smile and open heart.
Jeanne always treasured her memories of childhood in Peabody....
Judy Winsky
Oct 21, 2024
Judith “Judy” Ann Winsky, age 82, was reunited with her loved ones in Heaven on October 21, 2024. Born in McPherson, Kansas on February 17, 1942, Judy was the youngest child of Don and Violet “Vi” Donaldson. She married her beloved husband of 44 years, Gary Winsky, on August 21, 1976. Judy lived and worked in Newton for most of...
Dr. Arthur Dick
Oct 20, 2024
Arthur Roland Dick, M.D., aged 90, of Hesston, Kansas, died after a short respiratory illness on Oct. 20, 2024, at Newton Medical Center in Newton. Arthur was born on Aug. 26, 1934, in New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada, to Isaac and Katharina (Friesen) Dick. He grew up in the area, emigrating with his parents, older sister and younger brother to central...
Helen M Entz
Oct 18, 2024
Helen M. Entz 85, died October 18, 2024, in Hutchinson, Kansas. She was born July 4, 1939, in Hillsboro, Kansas to William and Esther Ruth (Brown) Buller. On July 10, 1955, she married Perry G. Entz and he preceded in her in death.
Helen is survived by her son Ed Entz (Barbara) and her sister Betty Larson (Jim). She is also...
Patrick "Pat" D Machmer
Oct 16, 2024
Patrick D. “Pat” Machmer 76 died October 16, 2024 at his Wichita home. He was born November 5, 1947, in Bremerton, Washington to Claude and Rose Marie Olson. He was adopted by Otis J. and Burdette (Resler) Machmer. On September 27, 1965, he married Bonnie R. Rothfuss at Morganville, Kansas and she survives of the home.
He was a graduate of...
Steven Dale Smith
Oct 14, 2024
Steven D. Smith 71 passed away on October 14, 2024, from a sudden illness with his loving wife Lisa by his side at their home in Sedgwick, Kansas.
On April 25, 1953, Steven Dale Smith was born in Rochester. He was a treasured son of Herbert Dale and Margaret Merle Wilson Smith. Growing up as the youngest of the four Smith...
Saúl A. Escobar
Oct 14, 2024
In Loving Memory of Saul Antonio Escobar.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Saul, a beloved son, brother, and friend who left us far too soon at the age of 27. Saul was born on March 30th, 1997, in Lynwood, California, and spent his life bringing joy and laughter to those around him.
He had a zest...
Mary A Bell
Oct 12, 2024
Mary A. Bell, a beacon of love and kindness, peacefully passed away on the morning of October 12, 2024, at the Kansas Christian Home. She left this world surrounded by those who cherished her dearly, embodying a spirit that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends.
Born on October 25, 1946 in Marion, Kansas, Mary was a...
Gerald "Piggy L. Jost
Oct 11, 2024
Gerald "Piggy L. Jost," a cherished member of the Newton community, passed away peacefully on October 11 , 2024 at his home in Newton, Kansas, at the age of 73. Born on April 2, 1951, he was the beloved son of Victor and Helen (Childs) Jost, who preceded him in death.
A proud graduate of Remington High School, Gerald dedicated himself...
Kenneth R. Koehn
Oct 10, 2024
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Kenneth R. Koehn, 80, died October 10, 2024, at Newton Presbyterian Manor. He was born December 1, 1943, in Isabella, Oklahoma to Elmer and Adelina (Nightingale) Koehn. On September 23, 1972, he married Denise Denno and she survives of the home.
In 1944 when Kenneth was one, his family moved to a dairy and wheat farm near Ponca City, Oklahoma....
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