Obituaries

Apr 19, 2021

Rodney “Hot Rod” Wayne Vannoster of Independence, Kansas passed away during the early morning hours of April 19th, surrounded by loved ones at Jane Phillips in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. The family asks, those who would like to pay their respects to please join them in rejoicing at a Celebration of Life ceremony, May 1st at 1pm at the Caney Valley...

Apr 16, 2021

James Curtis Hiner, Jr. (Jimmy) was born in Muskogee, OK on June 5, 1953 to Charlotte (Ross) and James C. Hiner, Sr.  Jimmy passed on to be with our Father in Heaven on April 16, 2021 after an unexpected and brief illness.  He was 67 years old.

Jimmy grew up and graduated from Broken Arrow, OK High...

Apr 11, 2021

Robert Augustus “Bob” Wesley, age 92, of  Independence, died at his home on Sunday, April 11, 2021. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, April 20th, 2021, 10:00am at St. Andrew Catholic Church with Reverend Father Zachary Pinaire officiating.  Burial is under the direction of Webb & Rodrick in Independence.  Reciting of the Rosary will precede the...

Apr 5, 2021

Barbara Ann Benson, 63, was called home on April 5, 2021.  She was born on April 24, 1957, in Independence, Kansas to Richard E. Fienen and Elizabeth L. Brewster Fienen.  She was a life-long resident of Independence, attending Zion Lutheran School through the 8th grade and graduating from Independence Senior High School.

She married Mark Alexander and...

Apr 3, 2021

Charles V. “Scatter” Rexwinkle, 87, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at his residence, Country Place Senior Living.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at First Southern Baptist Church of Independence.  The family will greet visitors on Tuesday from 12:00 noon until service time.  Burial will follow in...

Mar 22, 2021

Belinda Kaye McClendon, 48, gained her angel wings on March 22, 2021, at her residence in Fall River, Ks. Belinda was born March 1st, 1973, in Lawrence, Ks to Judy Faulkner and Leland McClendon. She spent most of her childhood with her two sisters and bestfriend Mekelle Stowe. Belinda loved being a free spirit. She unknowingly touched anyone's life...

Mar 13, 2021

Dorothy June Clemmer, 96 of Independence, Kansas passed away at Medicalodges of Independence on Saturday, March 13th, 2021.

Dorothy was born on June 30, 1924 in Independence to Robert and Bernice (Currie) Russell. She attended the Independence schools and graduated from Independence High School. In May of 1947, Dorothy married Kenneth Earl Clemmer in Independence. Dorothy and...

Mar 9, 2021

Michael Byron Walker  72, of Independence, KS passed away March 9, 2021 at home. Michael was born February 6, 1949 to Maline Walls and Jack Walker. Michael was the youngest of four children. He attended elementary through high school, and college in Independence, KS. Michael married Connie Woodley they later divorced. Michael was drafted into the US Army on...

Mar 5, 2021

Sarah Alice Gartner age 87 of Independence Ks. passed away on March 5, 2021 with her loved ones around her.

Alice was born on April 8, 1933 in Sedan Ks.to William Ernest and Valeria Alice (Wilson) Logsdon. Alice was raised in Sedan and went to school there, Alice met Henry at the sedan State fair and it was love at...

Feb 4, 2021

Louise Delia Solis passed away February 4, 2021 in Independence, Kansas surrounded by family.

Jan 22, 2021

Dyarl Newkirk age 90 of Elk City, Kansas passed away Friday, January 22, 2021 at Montgomery Place in Independence, Kansas.

Dyarl was born May 4, 1930 in Independence, Kansas to Dyarl L. and Laura L. (Dean) Newkirk. He grew up in Elk City, Kansas and graduated from the Elk City High School in 1949. Dyarl then joined...

Jan 19, 2021

Stephen Earl Douglas, born June 12, 1940, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Stephen was married to Cecelia Sue (Luelf) Douglas, who survives in the home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Neama Douglas of Chanute, Kansas, and one infant grandson. Other survivors include his daughters, Rachelle (Randy) Ford of Dawsonville, GA and Janelle (Lewis)...

Jan 19, 2021

Rose Mary Rinne, 94 of Independence Kansas passed away at 12:57 AM, January 19, 2021 at Montgomery Place, LTC in Independence.  Rose Mary was born February 24, 1926 North of Dodge City Kansas to William and Gladys (Trent) Hessman.  She the eldest of 8 children was raised on a farm/ranch 20 miles North West of Dodge City.

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Jan 17, 2021

Thornton E. Shelton, Sr, 81 of Independence, Kansas passed away, Sunday, January 17, 2021 at the Medical Lodges, Independence, Kansas. A Homecoming Celebration will be held Saturday, January 23, 2021 at the Berean Christian Mission Center, 405 S. 19th Street. 10:30am-11:00 viewing, 11:00am service. Masks are required. Services not open to public, family only. Virtual Services Information: Facebook Live...

Jan 12, 2021

Dr. Richard Arthur Barta, D.V.M. Independence, Ks passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021, from a farming accident at his home.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the Wesley Center, 111 East Maple, at 11:00am, internment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 20th, family will be greeting friends from...

Jan 12, 2021

Audrey Ann (DeWitt) Smith was born on June 16, 1941, passed away January 12, 2021 she enjoyed crafting, quilting, camping, fishing, gardening, she was an avid frog collector and she loved hearing of her grandchildren’s success.

Audrey is preceded in death by her parents Aubrey and Agatha (Smirl) DeWitt, brothers Teddy and Gene DeWitt, a sister Sue...

Dec 29, 2020

Barbara Farrell (Cranor) Dodson, age 84 passed away peacefully December 29, 2020 due to complications following Covid-19 at Country Place Senior Living in Independence, KS. She was surrounded by her family and those that had been caring for her in her Assisted Living Facility that loved her too.

There will be no service at this time, cremation...

Dec 19, 2020

Clara “Jolene” Mersereau Metzger, 82, of Wichita, KS passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Wesley Memorial Hospital, from complications of COVID.  Jolene was born on September 17, 1938 in Neodesha, KS to Mack and Velma Mersereau.  She obtained her GED from Independence High School and went on to obtain her nurse’s aide certification.

Jolene married...

Dec 19, 2020

Bobbie Clyde Van Pelt, 86 of Independence, Kansas passed away at Labette Health in Parsons, Kansas on Saturday, December 19, 2020.

Bob was born on June 12, 1934 in Smyre, North Carolina to Ervin Lee and Annie Bell (Gibson) Van Pelt. Bob entered the United States Army and was honorably discharged after proudly serving his country. On...

Dec 19, 2020

Donald Everett Smith, born October 22, 1934, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020, with family by his side. Don was married to Peggy Carlene (Moore) Smith for nearly 52 years before her death in March 2007. Together, Don and Peggy had four children: Richard Allen, Donald Eugene (Gina), Rebecca Ann (Charlie) Austin, and Robin Jay.

Don was...