OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Osborne & Mitchell County in Kansas

Wes Cole DePoy

Wes Cole DePoy

Oct 14, 2025

Wesley Cole DePoy, 51, of Downs, passed away, Tuesday, October 14, 2025. 

Jeannine June Paddock

Jeannine June Paddock

Sep 30, 2025

Jeannine (Jeanie) June Paddock was born June 5th, 1943 in Oberlin, KS and passed away, Tuesday morning, September 30th, 2025 at 82 years old. 

Jeanie is preceded in death  by her daughter Kimberly Kay Smith, her husband Thomas Givens, her brothers Forrest “Joe” Paddock, Robert Paddock, Kermit “John” Paddock, sister Kay Johnson (Paddock), great grandchild Theodore Noud, mother Dorothy Paddock (Smith)...

Gina Danielle Espinoza - Pizzifred

Gina Danielle Espinoza - Pizzifred

Sep 21, 2025

Regina Danielle Espinoza - Pizzifred, fondly known as Gina was born on January 27, 1982, in Fontana, California, and passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025. She touched the lives of many and leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends.

Gina worked diligently as a cashier at Catlin’s...

Michael Shevchenko

Michael Shevchenko

Sep 13, 2025

MICHAEL ARNOLD SHEVCHENKO, JR, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, after a lengthy illness at his home in Cawker City, Ks, with his devoted daughter and caregiver, Natasha, at his bedside.

Mike, affectionately known as "Chief", was born on March 26, 1942 in Omaha, Ne to Michael A Shevchenko Sr and Ruth (Nelson) Shevchenko. Growing up alongside his beloved sister,...

Ron Duran

Ron Duran

Aug 24, 2025

Ron Joseph Duran went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on August 24, 2025. Ron was born in Wichita, Kansas to Monico S. and Cleopha M. (Reinert) Duran. He grew up with his brother, Mike, and his sister Bonita (Green) in Wichita. Mike passed away in 2013. Bonita adored her “big brother”. Ron enlisted in the...

Don Goheen

Don Goheen

Aug 18, 2025

Don Leroy Goheen, of Downs, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025 at the age of 76. Don was born on October 17, 1948 to Delwin L. Goheen and Donna M. (Hofer) Goheen in Beloit, Kansas; the eldest of five children. He graduated from Beloit High School and then attended the North Central Kansas Area Vocational Technical College.

Don spent...

Dorothy Maxine (Nelson) Poppen

Dorothy Maxine (Nelson) Poppen

Aug 12, 2025

We gather here today to celebrate and honor the life of a truly remarkable woman, Dorothy Maxine (Nelson) Poppen, who left us at the age of 109 years. Born on February 22, 1916, on the family farm north of Logan, Kansas, she was the daughter of Carl and Bessie Nelson. Maxine's life was one of great strength, resilience, and love.

Maxine...

Clyde R. Bigam

Clyde R. Bigam

Jul 30, 2025

Clyde Raymond Bigam, 83, of Downs, passed away, Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Private family arranged services will take place at a later date. 

Judith Ann Adam

Judith Ann Adam

Jul 19, 2025

Judith (Judy) Ann Adam, passed away peacefully at her home in Tipton, Kansas, on July 19, 2025, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born on December 20, 1950, in Beloit, Kansas. She was the cherished wife of Edward (Ed) Adam, whom she was united in marriage with on July 5, 1969.

Judy earned her high school diploma from...

Wayne Keith Bowles

Wayne Keith Bowles

Jul 2, 2025

Wayne Keith Bowles was born on September 1, 1952, and left this world on July 2, 2025. Wayne, a lifelong resident of Mitchell and Osborne Counties was a businessman, entrepreneur, and family focused man who provided Automotive, Fuel, and Propane needs in the area for over 50 years. As a father and grandfather he was one for the books. His...

William LaBarge

William LaBarge

Jun 29, 2025

William J. LaBarge, affectionately known as Billy or Bill, was born on June 27, 1943 to Louis and Mary LaBarge, in Portis, Kansas. He departed this life on June 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy characterized by courage, intellect, and a deep love for knowledge.

Bill received his education in Gaylord, Kansas, where the foundations of his immense passion for history...

Lawrence Verne Michel

Lawrence Verne Michel

Jun 20, 2025

Lawrence Verne Michel, forever 88, of Downs, KS, passed away on Friday, June 20th, 2025, surrounded by his family at Parkview Care Center in Osborne, KS. Lawrence was born on December 3rd, 1936, in rural Russell, KS to John and Hilda (Rein) Michel. Lawrence was the oldest of six children with three sisters and two brothers.

Lawrence met his wife, Judith...

Nancy Jean (Miller) Bergmann

Nancy Jean (Miller) Bergmann

May 21, 2025

Nancy Jean Bergmann, born on October 9, 1955, in Beloit, Kansas, left this world unexpectedly on May 21, 2025, at Salina Regional Health Center. A dedicated homemaker, Nancy was the heart of her family, renowned for her love and generosity, particularly when it came to feeding those she cherished. Her kitchen, also known as Aunt B’s, was always filled with...

Mary A. McCann

Mary A. McCann

May 20, 2025

Mary Addie (Dudley) McCann, 85, of Beloit, passed away, Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Private inurnment will take place at Jewell City Cemetery. 

Landon Lynn Becker

Landon Lynn Becker

May 10, 2025

Landon Becker was born just over 32 years on May 5, 1993.

Apparently, it’s true that only the good die young. Although Landon's heart was huge, it was not strong enough to support him further in life. The hospital and staff worked tirelessly to keep him with us, but God called his heart and soul home to rest on the evening...

Lucinda Anne Taylor-Manning

Lucinda Anne Taylor-Manning

May 1, 2025

Lucinda Anne Taylor-Manning, 55, of Glasco, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. No services will be taking place at this time. 

 

Max A. Peters

Max A. Peters

Apr 29, 2025

Max Allen Peters was born at the Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, KS on February 16th, 1952 to John Henry and Louise Clara Peters. He was their ninth living child. He graduated from St. Johns High School in 1970 while also taking classes from NCK Technical School. After high school, he enlisted in the Kansas Army National Guard working his way...

Mildred R. Watts

Mildred R. Watts

Apr 9, 2025

Mildred Ruth (Ireland) Watts was born on December 14, 1926 in Mitchell County, KS. She was the child of Webster C Ireland and Mabel Amelia Gladow Ireland in Mitchell County, Kansas. Mildred’s siblings were Max, Anna, Carl and Richard. 

Mildred was raised on the family farm west of Beloit, Kansas until 1940 when her family moved into Beloit, Kansas until 1940...

Karen Sue Winkel

Karen Sue Winkel

Apr 3, 2025

Karen Sue (Grotz) Winkel, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, at Downs Care and Rehabilitation. Born on January 17, 1942, in St. Paul, Kansas, she graced this world with her loving spirit for over 83 years, leaving behind a treasure trove of memories that will warm the hearts of all who knew...

Bob P. Anderson

Bob P. Anderson

Apr 1, 2025

Bobby P. Anderson was born on August 22, 1935, in the small KS town of Bellaire. He passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, in his hometown of Downs, KS. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Carol Anderson, parents Mildred and Perle Anderson, his older sister Peggy Jones and his younger brother Billy J. Anderson.

Bob (Dad) is...

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