Obituaries
William Kevin Trotter
Sep 30, 2025
William "Kevin" Trotter, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 30, 2025, in Coffeyville, Kansas, at the age of 67. Born on December 7, 1957, in Coffeyville, Kevin embodied the spirit of his hometown, where he spent his early years attending Coffeyville Schools.
After entering the workforce at a young age, Kevin dedicated many years of his life...
Ramon W. White
Nov 10, 2025
Ramon William White, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, went to his eternal home on November 10, 2025, at the age of 83 at his home in Tyro, Kansas. Born March 13, 1942, in Independence, Kansas, to William Orville “Chub” White and Mary Elizabeth (Hanlon) White, Ramon lived a life marked by integrity, grit, and a deep love...
Stephen J. Summers
Nov 6, 2025
Stephen James Summers, a beloved member of the Coffeyville, Kansas community, passed away peacefully at CRMC on November 6, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 29, 1947, in San Diego, California, Stephen was the son of James Wallace and Mary Catherine (Patriquin) Summers. His childhood was marked by frequent moves across several states,...
Catherine "Cathy" Irene Willis
Nov 4, 2025
Catherine Irene Willis, affectionately known as Cathy, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by family at CRMC in Coffeyville, Kansas.
Cathy was born on November 27, 1945, to Wayne Guthery and Charlotte (Pfister) Tongier in Coffeyville. She received her education at Holy Name Catholic School and graduated from Field Kindley Memorial High School, where she...
Billie Dean Rexwinkle
Oct 19, 2025
Billie Dean Rexwinkle passed away in his home in Afton, Oklahoma, at the age of 95 with his family near his side on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Born on August 31, 1930, in rural Craig County, Oklahoma, Billie was the third youngest of thirteen children of Charles Henry and Ida Belle (Acridge) Rexwinkle. Of his siblings, only his sister Ann survives...
Mary Christine Cartwright
Oct 14, 2025
The family of Mary Christine Cartwright said their final earthy goodbyes to their beloved mother, sister, grandma and great grandma who passed away peacefully at her home in Coffeyville, Kansas, on October 14, 2025.
Mary was born on April 22, 1955, in Sacramento, California, to Arlo and Lela (Bright) Petersen. Alongside her dear siblings, Ruth and Bill, she grew up in...
Floyd Eugene Horton
Oct 12, 2025
Floyd Eugene Horton, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, at the age of 81. Gene was born to James and Willie Maureen Horton in Bowman, Arkansas, on July 14, 1944. He dedicated his life to hard work and family, leaving behind a legacy of love and commitment.
Gene enjoyed a successful career as...
Wendy J. Keplinger
Oct 6, 2025
We are celebrating the beautiful life of Wendy JoLynn Keplinger, 61 of Coffeyville, KS. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on the morning of October 6th, 2025 after an 8 year battle with ovarian cancer.
Wendy was born in Strong City, KS on November 18th, 1963 to Reverend Wayne and Dorothy Hett.
Wendy was a tenacious worker, teaching her...
Velma Darlene Vermillion
Oct 2, 2025
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Velma Darlene Vermillion, affectionately known as Darlene, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the age of 96, at Asbury Village in her hometown of Coffeyville, Kansas. Born on November 11, 1928, Darlene was a cherished resident of Coffeyville, where she spent...
Robert "Bob" M. Crites
Sep 28, 2025
Robert "Bob" M. Crites, age 85, of Coffeyville, Kansas, peacefully passed away in his home on September 28, 2025, where he aspired to remain until his Lord and Savior called him home.
Bob was born on February 5 1940, in Picher, Oklahoma, to Henry Melton and Frances Mae (Young) Crites. His family later moved to South Coffeyville, Oklahoma, where he grew...
Tammie K Burge
Sep 22, 2025
Tammie K. (Pippin) Burge, 63, a cherished native of Coffeyville, Kansas, and beloved resident of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, peacefully departed this life in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness.
Brought into the world on July 2, 1962, Tammie was the treasured daughter of Jimmie L. and Mary Lois (Alston) Pippin. Growing up in Coffeyville, she completed...
Rhonda Diane Miller
Sep 19, 2025
Rhonda Diane Miller was born May 18th, 1958, in Neodesha KS to Robert and Evelyn Ward. She peacefully passed away on September 19th, 2025, in Tulsa OK. Growing up as a child and teen, she had a love for outdoors and animals. She had many memories of riding her horses with her grandpa Ward and going on trail rides across...
Richard W. Henry
Sep 18, 2025
Richard W. Henry, age 40, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, formerly from Caney, Kansas, passed away peacefully at the Maple Care Center after a brave battle with health challenges.
Born on August 9, 1985, to Meredith and Connie L. (Williams) Henry in Tulsa, Richard grew up in Caney, where he proudly graduated from Caney Valley High School. His thirst for knowledge led him...
Philip Dean Morrow
Sep 12, 2025
Mr. Philip “Phil” Dean Morrow, 76, of Coffeyville, Kansas, went to meet his Heavenly Father on September 12, 2025 at CRMC in Coffeyville.
Phil was born on December 1, 1948, at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center to Ivan and Laura Morrow. He grew up in Coffeyville, attending local schools before continuing his studies at the Missouri Military Academy. Eventually, he returned home...
Bryan Roger Ryan
Sep 1, 2025
Bryan Roger Ryan, age 68 of rural Caney, passed away peacefully on Monday September 1, 2025 at Journey Home in Bartlesville, OK. It is fitting that he laid down his last labors on Labor Day.
Roger was born February 27, 1957 to Floyd Forest and Nevada Josephine (Smith) Ryan, in Coffeyville, Kansas. He grew up on the family farm not far...
John Smith
Aug 26, 2025
John W Smith, 90, of Edna, Kansas passed away at his home in Edna, Kansas on Tuesday August 26, 2025.
He was born June 4, 1935 at Edna, Kansas to Albert and Hester (Mc Elroy) Smith. He grew up and attended school in Edna and graduated from Edna High School in 1953. Following high school, he served in the US Army...
James Neeley
Aug 19, 2025
James Earl Neeley, age 85 , of Coffeyville, Kansas, peacefully entered his eternal rest at home, surrounded by his beloved wife and family.
Born on April 1, 1940, in Galena, Kansas to Melvin D. and Gertrude H. (Thomason) Neeley, James enjoyed a fulfilling life filled with love and purpose. He graduated from Galena High School and continued his education at Central...
Larry Paul Wooten
Aug 16, 2025
Larry Paul Wooten, 85, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2025, at his home in Miami, Florida. He was born on May 6, 1940, to Paul and Leona Wooten and spent his childhood in Coffeyville, Kansas.
An avid sports enthusiast from a young age, Larry's passion for athletics shaped his life. Once, as a boy, with a baseball in hand, he...
Marie Elaine Sales
Aug 13, 2025
Marie Elaine Sales of South Coffeyville, Oklahoma passed away unexpectantly on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 in Coffeyville, Kansas at the age of 69.
Marie was born on February 16, 1956 in Coffeyville, Kansas to William F. and Pauline M. (Schultz) O'Connell. Maire was the youngest of five children, her siblings who were waiting at home to meet their baby sister were...
Edna Ann Findley
Aug 12, 2025
Edna Ann Findley age 88 of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side singing her favorite hymn "I Have Decided To Follow Jesus" knowing that Jesus was there waiting to take her to the mansion he has prepared just for her.
Edna was born to Roy and Mary (Manley) Rhinehart on October 26, 1936 in Coffeyville, Kansas....



