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Obituaries Archives for 2021-01

Patricia Ann Follett

Patricia Ann Follett age 78 of Coffeyville passed away on January 23, 2021 at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

 

Patricia was born in Independence, KS on June 3, 1942 to William James Gilliland and Ruby (Reid) Ryan. She met Harvey Follett and they were united in marriage. The couple made their home in Arizona for a brief time where they worked side by side in the fields harvesting cotton, potatoes, and onions. They moved back to Coffeyville in 1972 and have called it home ever since. The pair could always be found together, some people would joking ask if they were glued together at the hip. Patricia was a member of the First Assembly of God for the past 35 years where they she was very active in many aspects. She and Harvey volunteered at the church nursery for over 15 years. The couple loved going, whether it was going camping, going to visit friends or family, or just going. She loved her birds, watching old westerns especially John Wayne, listening to music, and after her stroke she enjoyed coloring as her therapy.

 

Patricia’s memories will live on with her husband Harvey, sister, Joyce Blakemore her husband Jim and several nieces and nephews.

 

She now rests with her parents, brother, William James Gilliland Jr. and a niece, Debra Marceleno.

 

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at the Coffeyville First Assembly of God Church 1504 W. 8th, Coffeyville, Kansas with Pastor Randy DePriest officiating. Burial will follow at Robbins Cemetery West of Coffeyville. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 from 5 to 7pm at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel, 2405 Woodland Ave., Coffeyville, Kansas.  To leave an online message of condolence visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

Barbara Jean Johnson

Barbara Jean Johnson, 86, of Coffeyville passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

 

She was born on January 1, 1935 in Coffeyville to Claude and Lois (Thompson) Colley. Barbara grew up and attended school in Coffeyville graduating from Field Kindley Memorial High School.

 

On December 25, 1953 she married the love of her life Jimmy L. Johnson at Coffeyville. Following their marriage they made their home in Virginia where her husband was stationed with the U.S. Air Force. After his discharge they returned to Coffeyville where they raised their two daughters, Donna and Vickie. Over the years Barbara worked at Newberry’s and later at Jack and Patti’s Deli in Nu-Way Grocery Store and Jack and Patti’s Diner on West 9th St.. Her husband preceded her in death on December 13, 2016.

 

Barbara was a proud Golden Tornado and Red Raven fan, she was a former member of Coffeyville Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, and loved meeting her high school friends for lunch. But her greatest joy was being surrounded by her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

 

Survivors include her son-in-law, Don Males of Coffeyville; four grandchildren, Casey Starnes of Springfield, Missouri, Jaime Grant and husband, Mario of Coffeyville, Craig Males and wife, Tamara of Coffeyville and Kara Males of Coffeyville; five great-grandchildren; and one brother, Larry Colley of Lawerence, Kansas.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jimmy Johnson; two daughters, Donna Starnes and Vickie Males; and two sisters, Joyce Briggs, and Connie Carrol.

 

Following Barbara’s wishes cremation has taken place and no service is planned at this time. Inurnment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park at a later date.

 

To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.

 

Marilyn J. Tate

Marilyn J. Tate, age 82, formerly of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

 

Marilyn was born on January 5, 1939 in Omaha, Nebraska to Milo Placek and Iola Marten.  She was then adopted and raised by her parents, Elmer and Helen (Migala) VonBusch.  She grew up in Aberdeen, South Dakota where she went to school and graduated from Aberdeen High School.

 

Marilyn was united in marriage to David A. Tate.  Of that union three children were born, David, Linda and Lori.  The couple later divorced.  She worked for Wal-Mart for many years as the Assistant Store Manager until her retirement in 1994.

 

While living in Coffeyville she was a member of the First Baptist Church.  When she moved to Ponca City, Oklahoma she was a member of NewPoint Church.  She enjoyed fishing, painting, gardening and loved spending time with her family.

 

Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, David A. Tate II of Topeka, Kansas, Linda Ann Tate of Ponca City, Oklahoma, Lori Ann Fisher of Coffeyville, Kansas; grandchildren, Stephanie (Billy) Moore of Houston, Texas, Tiffanie (Joe) LeClair of Ponca City, Oklahoma, Brittney Graham of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Courtney Nolte of Owasso, Oklahoma, Haley (Keith LaFont) Bolte of Beatrice, Nebraska; sixteen great grandchildren; her sisters, Ruth Ann Dohe of Schiller Park, Illinois; Loretta Reckling of Arizona and Mary Hessheimer of Nebraska along with several other close relatives and friends.

 

Marilyn was preceded in death by her biological parents, Milo Placek and Iola Marten; adoptive parents, Elmer and Helen (Migala) VonBusch; great grandson, Jace LeClair and a brother, Lonnie Placek.

 

Following Marilyn’s wishes, cremation will take place and a Memorial Service will be held on ________ at the New Point Church in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

 

David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

 

Frances R. Long

Frances R. Long age 93 passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at Windsor Place in Coffeyville, Kansas.

 

 

 

Rollie and Ombre (Adams) Blome welcomed Frances, their only child on September 2, 1927 in Nevada, Missouri.

 

 

 

France moved with her parents to Coffeyville as a young girl.  Frances caught the eye of a handsome young man and on July 7, 1946 she married the love of her life, Myron Long.  Together they made their home in Coffeyville raising their five children. Myron preceded her in death on May 28, 2005.

 

 

 

Frances and Myron owned and operated the Russell Motel for 13 years. Together they drove the church bus for years picking up children for church. After retirement they sold their home and became full time campers traveling across the United States. Frances cherished her family gathering for Sunday dinners in her tiny kitchen where she prepared a meal with love.  She enjoyed cooking, singing, laughing, playing games, gardening, particularly flower gardening, the purple iris was her favorite flower and being a grandma brought her great joy. She could rock and love her grandkids all day.

 

 

 

Frances always had a smile on her face welcoming all that she met.  Frances had resided at Windsor place since 2013 and by far the best part of being there for her was the Age to Age Kindergarten.  She loved children and they loved her. You could always find Frances participating in any activity offered for residents, she made the most of everyday.

 

 

 

Cherished memories will be forever treasured by her children, Ronald Long, Rickie Long and his wife Alice, Randall Long and his wife Patty, Donald Long and his wife Rhonda, Jennifer and her husband Ron Ray; grandchildren, Dion Long and his wife Alyson, Tammy Long, Melissa and her husband Tony Cortesi, Michael Alexander and his wife Dottie, Angela and her husband Mark McRay, Kimberlee and her husband Justin George, Rickie Long and his wife Amanda, Rhonda and her husband Travis Knight, Robby Long and his wife Danni, Rachel and her husband James Nave II, RoyceAnne and her husband Micah Stringfield, Rebekah Long, Joshua Long and his wife Meredith; twenty-seven great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter-in-law, Linda Long.

 

 

 

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 1pm at First Southern Baptist Church, 2701 W 8th, Coffeyville, KS with Pastor Budg Riekeman officiating.  Facial mask and social distancing will be required, for those who are uncomfortable or unable to attend, the service will be streamed via FaceBook Live. Viewing and book signing will be from 1 to 5 pm Wednesday, January 27 at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel, 2405 Woodland Ave., Coffeyville.  Frances’ final resting place will be privately held at Fairview Cemetery. The family has requested memorial contributions be made payable to Windsor Activity Fund or First Southern Baptist Church and may be left in care of the chapel.  To leave a message of condolence or to share a memory visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

LaDonna Sue Pickett

LaDonna Sue Pickett went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2021.  

 

LaDonna was born to Curtis and Leon Williams on September 24, 1942 in Elk City, Ks one of 12 siblings.  She grew up on the Buffalo Ranch south of Elk City; she graduated from Havana High School.  She married Bill Pickett on December 27, 1963 and the couple was blessed with three children.  LaDonna worked as a cook for Elk Valley U.S.D. 283 for 32 years.  She adopted each child she served and made sure they all had someone in their corner and had a clean face.  She could be found at every ballgame, home or away just to ensure that every child had someone in the stands rooting for them.  It was her mission to make sure the referees called a fair game; she would make them aware of a missed or bad call very loudly.

You could always smell cinnamon rolls, fresh bread, cookies, pies and homemade cooking of all kinds coming from her kitchen.  Three square meals were served each and every day on the farm except of course during the World Series when it was fend for yourself unless you wanted to eat popcorn.  She was always feeding the kids, grandkids and there were many fights between Bill and the cowboys over fried Okra.  The cowboy crew will greatly miss the cinnamon rolls she made for them.  Animal shaped pancakes were a specialty for the grandkids when they came to visit, including a skunk pancake for Grandpa which the kids loved. She always had at least two or more quilts going at a time, one in the frame, one in process and one at the quilters. LaDonna will be greatly missed by her family, friends and town. 

 

LaDonna’s memories will live on with her husband Bill Pickett of the home, daughter, JoElla her husband Kevin Proctor and granddaughter Montana, son, Greg wife Amanda Pickett and grandson Colter, wife Madison Pickett and great granddaughter Cassidy, and grandsons Clancey and Emmett, daughter, Melissa husband Gary Beougher, granddaughter Heather, husband Brace Osburn and great granddaughter Amella, granddaughter, Bridget husband Kolby Hugo.

 

Graveside services will be held on Friday, January 29, 2021 at 2:00pm at Longton Cemetery. A visitation will be held prior to the service at the Longton Baptist Church from 11:00am to 12:00pm. The family suggests memorials be made payable to the Elk Valley Alumni Scholarships and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

  

Georgia Lynne (Barker) Hoppock

Georgia Lynne (Barker) Hoppock of Dearing, Kansas passed away on January 18th 2021 at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

 

Georgia was born on March 1st 1956 in Columbus, Kansas to Eddie Barker and Ada Marie (Robinson) Barker. Georgia graduated from Columbus High School in 1974 and went on to study Cosmetology and graduate from Pittsburg State University in 1976.

 

Georgia moved to Coffeyville Kansas in 1977 and worked at Deb Annes Beauty Salon before moving to Dearing to own and operate Georgias Style Shop. Georgia ran a successful business for over 30 years in Dearing until she closed the shop in 2018.  Georgia was active and supportive in the community; she managed the Hook and Ladder Cafe in Dearing for many years. Georgia and her husband own and operated rental properties in Dearing . She was loved by many people and always had that same love to give right back, she was always up to help someone in need and enjoyed spending her time with friends and family. Family was the most important thing to her. Georgia had a solid work ethic; she was a trusting and loyal friend, a supportive and loving mother and a dedicated partner.

 

Georgia was proceeded in death by both her parents and her stepson, Ross Hoppock.

 

She is survived by her husband, Steve Hoppock, Dearing Kansas; her son, Christopher Nelson, Coffeyville Kansas; her stepdaughter, Katelynn Hoppock, New York City New York; and one sister, Toni McKinney and nephew Tim McKinney of Webb City Missouri.

 

There will be no services at this time, the family asks that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association; contributions may be left with or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.

 

To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.

Terrie L. Mummert

Terrie L. Mummert, age 74, of South Coffeyville, Oklahoma passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

 

Terrie was born on March 25, 1946 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Lloyd Jarman and Hallie Bess Raemhild.  She was raised by her mother and step father Jess Hill in Coffeyville where she attended local school and graduated from Field Kindley Memorial High School.

On July 9, 1975 she was united in marriage to James “Jim” Mummert in Miami, Oklahoma.  The couple made their home in Coffeyville.  Jim preceded her in death on February 5, 2017. 

 

Terrie worked for First National Bank and continued with them when it changed to Bank IV, Boatmans Banks and Bank of America until she retired from the position of Vice President of the Loan Department. For many years Jim and Terrie owned and operated Chicks Pool Hall in Coffeyville.

 

Terrie was a member of Tyro Christian Church.  She enjoyed traveling, shopping, barbecuing and watching crime movies.  Most of all she loved the time she spent surrounded by her family and friends, especially her grandchildren.

 

Surviving to cherish her memory are her sons, Danny Beck of Chicago, Illinois, David Bell of Colorado Springs, Colorado; grandchildren, Olivia Pearl Beck of Chicago, Illinois, Destiny Lynn (Wade) Roberts of Kansas City, Missouri; great grandchild, Ivy Lynn Roberts of Kansas City, Missouri; brother, Raymond Jarman of Coffeyville, Kansas; and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Hallie and Jess Hill; father, Lloyd Jarman; loving husband, Jim Mummert; and a half-brother, Stacy Jarman.

 

Family will receive friends on Friday, January 22, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas.

 

Following Terrie’s wishes, cremation will take place under the direction of David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas.  No public services are scheduled at this time.

 

David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

 

 

Vernon R. "Mac" McVey

Vernon R. “Mac” McVey, age 82, of Caney, Kansas passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at CRMC in Coffeyville, Kansas. 

 

Mac was born on April 15, 1938 in rural La Harpe, Kansas in Allen County to Clarence and Pauline (Davis) McVey.  He grew up in that area and attended school in La Harpe where he graduated high school. 

 

On August 18, 1956 he married the love of his life, Dorothy Mann in La Harpe, Kansas.  They started their family in Moran, Kansas where they raised their two boys.  Then the couple moved to Coffeyville in 1978.  Mac worked at Kanoma Co-Op where he was the manager and he retired in 2000. 

 

Mac loved spending time with his family and friends.  Before the pandemic, he would meet the guys every afternoon for coffee.  He also enjoyed dancing with Dottie and they spent several winters in south Texas.  He was the “Ranch Foreman” and enjoyed working cattle.

Mac and his family were members of Holy Name Catholic Church in Coffeyville.  Mac proudly served in the United States Navy; serving on the U.S.S. Yorktown.  He received an honorable discharge and later became a member of the V.F.W. Post #1022 in Coffeyville. At times throughout his membership he served as the Commander and as State Inspector for the V.F.W.  Mac was also a member of the Marmaton Masonic Lodge in Moran, Kansas.

 

Surviving to honor his memory is his loving wife, Dottie McVey of the home; son, Ron McVey and wife Teresa of rural Caney, Kansas;  and daughter-in-law, Genette McVey of Dearing, Kansas, seven grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; sister, Delma Nutz of Iola, Kansas and brother, Dale McVey of Moran, Kansas.  Mac was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Pauline McVey; son, Chris McVey on December 12, 2018 and by two brothers Wayne and Earl McVey. 

 

Following Mac’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. 

 

The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to the V.F.W. Post #1022; these may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W Barnes Funeral Home 306 N. Cline Rd. Coffeyville, KS 67337. 

 

David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit

www.dwbfh.com

 

Douglas P. Lyle

Douglas P. Lyle,69, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Thursday, January 7th, 2021 at his home. He was born on June 27th, 1951 in Zanesville, OH. He was the son of Carson “Bud” Lyle and Ferne V (Ansel) Lyle.

 

Doug graduated from Ohio University November 1972 and served our country in the U.S Army. He was honorably released from duty December 4th, 1974.

 

He has resided in Coffeyville, Kansas for the last 25 years where he worked for Coffeyville Resources. He happily retired 3 years ago and enjoyed every minute of his retirement from sleeping in, breakfast at Braum’s or McDonald’s, watching football and NASCAR, traveling, and just sitting outside visiting with friends. He enjoyed the simple things in life. He was a hard worker, always willing to work overtime if needed, never met a stranger, great sense of humor and infectious laugh, loved to joke around, and when he gave you his word he meant it!

 

He will be missed by his brother Larry Eugene Lyle (Gene) & and his wife Connie (Willison) Lyle, daughters Angela Lyle, Rachel Lyle, and Renee Lyle, and mother of his children Darcy A. Lyle, granddaughters Emma K. McCombs, Elise R. McCombs, nieces Theresa K. (Lyle) Bates and her husband Johnny Bates, Terre E. Craft (Lyle) and her husband Chris Craft, and nephew Bryan S. Lyle and his wife Heather, great nieces and nephews Logan S. Lyle, Carson D. Lyle, McKenzie E. Lyle, Morgan E. Lyle, Reegan L. Lyle, Sydnee L. Craft and Skye L. Craft, and special friend Dianna Tracy.

 

Our loved ones awaiting Doug in heaven are his Father, Carson “Bud” Lyle, Mother, Ferne V (Ansel) Lyle, and brother Harry D. Lyle (Dean) and grandmother Alma J. (Bankes) Maxwell.

 

A celebration of Doug’s life will be announced at a later date. Burial has taken place at Robbins Cemetery west of Coffeyville.

 

To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.

Ronald Dean Cerny

Ronald Dean Cerny age 77 of Coffeyville passed away on January 13, 2021 at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. 

 

Ronald was born in Coffeyville on January 6, 1944 to Clifford and Frenia (Fitzpatrick) Cerny. He was raised in Coffeyville and attended local schools graduating from Field Kindley High School. After high school he joined the United States Navy where he worked on aircraft until he was honorable discharged. Ronald returned home to Coffeyville where he found employment with the flour mill, Sherwin Williams, and Farmland where he retired after many years. While at Sherwin Williams he met Sandy Buetow and the couple was united in marriage. To this union the couple was blessed with two daughters before they later divorced. Ronald loved his children and he loved taking them hunting, fishing, over to a friend’s house, or just hanging at the house renting a good movie. Ronald enjoyed his Harley, making the annual ride to Sturgis was one of his favorite traditions; he also enjoyed hunting deer, squirrel, rabbit and gigging frogs. He always liked fishing and spending time at Grand Lake he was also a member of the American Legion and was known as one of the daily regulars. Ronald was quiet; one of the most easy going guys around, but was also one of the most lovable humans when he let you in. 

 

Ronald’s memories will live on with his daughters, Bronwen Hamer her husband Michael and Amanda Shelton her husband Greg, sister’s; Joan Mills her husband Larry, Kathy Williams her husband Rex, and Jackie Waddell her husband Danny, and grandchildren Chloe Shelton, Madison Hamer, Graham Shelton, Hayes Hamer. 

 

He now rests with his parents Clifford and Frenia. 

 

Honoring Ronald’s wishes, cremation has taken place and the family plans to hold a memorial service at a later date. A book signing will be held on January 18, 2021 at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel from 10am to 5:00pm. The family suggests memorials be made payable to Coffeyville American Legion_ and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or leave  a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

Susan Kay Rinkenbaugh

Susan Kay Rinkenbaugh, 52, of Coffeyville, KS died Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Windsor Place.  She was born August 13, 1968 in Coffeyville to Floyd J. and Rita M. (Cillessen) Rinkenbaugh.  She attended Holy Name Catholic School and is a graduate of Field Kindley Memorial High School.  Susan completed courses at Coffeyville Community College and went on to work through Class LTD at various area businesses.  She was the Coffeyville Class LTD Office Secretary for twenty years and later retired in August 2019 from housekeeping services.

 

Susan was a lifetime, active parishioner of Holy Name Catholic Church serving as Eucharistic Minister, Rosary leader, member of: Cursillo, Choir, Altar Society and a Charter member of Family of Friends Faith and Light, and an Associate of the Sisters of Saint Joseph.  She laundered and ironed the Altar Linens for many years.  Susan also volunteered at the local Red Cross Office.  Through these prayer, work, and social interactions, Susan exceeded every expectation, bringing joy, a smile, and many blessings to others.

 

Susan is survived by her mother, Rita Rinkenbaugh of Coffeyville, three brothers, John (Diane) Rinkenbaugh of Collinsville, OK; Bill (Teri) Rinkenbaugh of El Dorado, KS; Robert (Tammi) Rinkenbaugh of Wichita; two sisters, Mary Ann (Craig) Dreiling of Wichita; Rita (Mugger) Taylor of Independence; a Sister-in-law, Sandi Rinkenbaugh of Wann, OK; twenty three nieces, nephews, and twenty great nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Rinkenbaugh and a brother, Joe Rinkenbaugh.

 

The Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 14, 2021. Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Susan’s faith filled life will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 15, 2021. The Rosary and Mass will both be at Holy Name Catholic Church with Father Daniel Lorimer officiating.   Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Coffeyville.

 

Memorials are suggested to Holy Name Catholic Church or Holy Name Catholic School.  Contributions may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.

 

Due to current health concerns everyone will be required to practice social distancing and wear a face mask.

 

Friends may call on Thursday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville.  To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

Terry Ann Savala

Terry Ann Savala, age 61, of Dearing, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at her home. 

 

Terry was born on September 19, 1959 in Iola, Kansas to Ed and Donna (Schauf) Sherwood.  She attended school in Humboldt and Coffeyville.  She graduated from Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville and attended Pittsburg State University. 

 

On September 1, 1990 she married Clifford “Cliff” Savala in Coffeyville, Kansas where the couple made their home.  Terry worked for the USD 445 School Board Office as a Duplicating Clerk.  She enjoyed sports, especially basketball and liked coaching softball for several years for the Coffeyville Rec Center. 

 

Surviving to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Cliff Savala of the home; daughter, Falan Savala; siblings, Debra Torres and husband, Roy, Dennis Sherwood, Vickie Bayles and husband, Bob, Jim Sherwood; sister-in-law, Donna Sherwood.  Terry was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Donna Sherwood; brother, Randy Sherwood and sister, Paula Hensley. 

 

Following Terry’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of David W Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville, Kansas.  No public services are scheduled at this time.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

 

Betty Lou Waddell

Betty Lou Waddell, age 97, longtime resident of Coffeyville passed away on January 6, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Society in Olathe, KS.  

 

 

 

Betty was born on October 1, 1923 in Logan County Illinois to Barry and Della (Cox) Simpson. Betty attended Field Kindley High School where she graduated with the class of 1941. After high school she met Chester Waddell and the couple was united in marriage on November 2, 1946. To this union the couple was blessed with a son and a daughter. Betty made it her life purpose to care for the family’s needs and run the daily tasks of the home. Betty loved her family immensely and she also loved her church. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and served in various roles and taught Sunday School and was very active with the ABW. Everyone would agree that Betty was just a sweetheart, always pleasant to be around and everyone enjoyed her company.  

 

Betty’s memories will live on with her children Barbara Bryant and Danny Waddell and his wife Jacalyn, sister Judy Clausing, granddaughters Lori Bryan, Lisa Colclasure, and Amy Salter, and grandson Scott Bryant, their spouses, and 7 great-grandchildren.  

 

 

 

She now rests with her parents, her husband Chester, brother Jimmy Simpson, sister Elsie Blum and two grandsons Shane and Shannon Bryant. 

 

 

 

Honoring Betty’s wishes, cremation will take place and a private family memorial will be held at a later date. The family suggests memorials be made payable to the First Baptist Church and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

Roy Arthur Copenhaver

Roy Arthur Copenhaver peacefully departed this earth on December 26, 2020 at his home in Longton, KS.

 

Roy was born to Thomas Clifford and Grace (Stephens) Copenhaver on September 30, 1926 at the family’s home in Aline, OK and graduated from Dacoma High School. Roy was drafted into the Army during World War II and served from December 5, 1945 through January 31, 1947, primarily in Korea. He was awarded the WWII Victory Medal of Honor, and the Army of Occupation Medal. Roy was married to Carmen Edwards in 1955 in 1955, Dorothy Hoover in 1970, and later Sandra George in 1996. Roy was a lifelong farmer, rancher, and business man. He served on various boards and associations. He enjoyed trips to Las Vegas and Branson. Roy loved to gamble, women, and a good steak. Even when he could no longer farm himself he looked forward to taking burgers to the farm hands and watching the combines.

 

Roy’s memories will live on with his long-time friend and brother-in-law Mike Goldberg, a bushel of nephews and nieces and a multitude of friends.

 

Roy now rests with his parents, his siblings; Hellen, Clifford, Walter, Oscar, John, Jay, and Rachel.

 

Honoring Roy’s wishes cremation under the direction of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel will take place and a private family memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwullfbrunschaqpel.com

 

 

Zelda Marguerette Powell

Zelda Marguerette Powell age 90 of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away surrounded by family at Windsor Place Nursing Home.

 

Zelda was born July 27, 1930 at Coffeyville, Kansas to Clyde Hershal and Edna Eugenia (Wood) House.

 

She attended Coffeyville grade schools: McKinley, Whittier and Garfield grade schools, Roosevelt Junior High and Field Kindley High School, graduating in 1947. She later obtained an Associate of Arts Degree in May 1982.

 

On September 19, 1948 she married Dean Howard Powell at Emmanuel Southern Baptist Church, Coffeyville, Kansas. Following their marriage, they made their home in Coffeyville. In 1953, they moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, returning to Coffeyville in 1954. While in Albuquerque Mrs. Powell worked at Maisel's Trading Post in the turquoise jewelry section. In Coffeyville Mrs. Powell worked for Newberry's Department Store and later for Georges' Cafeteria. Mrs. Powell was the 4-H cooking leader for the Dearing Bee's, Girls Auxiliary Association Director, Twin Valley Association and GA Leader. She later worked in the Coffeyville Community College library.

 

Mrs. Powell was a former member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church and Emmanuel Southern Baptist Church, member of First Southern Baptist Church and Montgomery County Genealogical Society. Mrs. Powell enjoyed working with genealogy and crocheting.

 

In 1973, Mrs. Powell's daughter and son-in-law, Linda Sue and Gerald Sjolander were killed in an automobile accident. Mr. and Mrs. Powell raised their two granddaughters, Angela and Kimberly.

 

Mrs. Powell is preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Hershal and Edna Eugenia (Wood) House; husband, Dean Howard Powell and her daughter, Linda Sue Sjolander.

 

Mrs. Powell is survived by her siblings, Marlene Hillman of McMinnville, Oregon, Marilyn Meek (husband Charles) of Poteau, Oklahoma, Duane House of Seguin, Texas; her sons, Roger Powell (wife Sandra) of Independence, Kansas, and Duane Powell (wife Brenda) of Coffeyville, Kansas. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; Angela (Sjolander) Tickle (husband James); Kimberly Sue Sjolander; Melissa (Powell) Malotte; David Powell (wife Shawna); Latisha (Powell) Wood (husband Darrin), Brian Powell (wife Cassandra); Jennifer Powell (fiance Nick

 

 

Akins); Elizabeth Powell (fiancé Adam Lubbers). Her survivors include 18 great grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren.

 

 

 

Private Family Funeral services will be held at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 11 am. with Rich Jenkins officiating, services will be streamed live via Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel Facebook page.   Burial will take place at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 4, 2021 from 6 to 8 pm at the chapel.  The family has requested memorial contributions be made payable to American Diabetes Association and may be left in care of the chapel.  To leave an online condolence or share a memory visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

David Joe Randall

David Joe Randall, age 70, of Tyro, Kansas passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020 at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. 

 

David was born on May 30, 1950 in Fairfax, Oklahoma to Lester and Mildred (McMann) Randall.  He grew up in Fairfax and Little Chief, Oklahoma where he attended school.  David furthered his education at Butler Community College and Newman University in Kansas. 

David proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for over thirteen years until receiving a medical discharge.  After his military service, David worked for the United States Postal Service for more than twenty years. 

 

On December 17, 1983 he was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Roby in Haysville, Kansas.  The couple made their home in Tyro, Kansas where he served as the Post Master at the Tyro Post Office.  They also had several rental properties they took care of. 

David was a member of the Delaware Tribe and Cherokee Tribe as well as a member of the VFW Post 1022 and American Legion Post 20 of Coffeyville, Kansas.  He was a guy who could fix anything.  From mechanic work and carpentry to making fishing lures and taxidermy he could do it all.  He was always there to lend a helping hand and even if he couldn’t fix something, he could come up with a temporary solution until something else could be done.  Some of David’s hobbies were hunting, fishing, watching his favorite football teams the Green Bay Packers and the OU Sooners. 

 

Surviving to honor his memory are his loving wife, Patricia of the home; children, Lester Joe Randall and wife, Erika of Horton, Kansas, Stephine Ann Randall and wife, Emily Relph of Coffeyville, Kansas; grandchildren, Marshall Randall, Maryanna Randall, Wyatt Randall, Mae Randall, Maci Randall and Kacely Relph; brother, Charles Randall and wife, Mary of Hulah Lake, Oklahoma; sisters, Judy Nevius and husband, Dennis of Edmond, Oklahoma, Jerri Laird of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Barbara Randall of Edmond, Oklahoma. 

David was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Mildred Randall; brothers, Bob Randall, Arthur Randall and wife, Barbara and a sister, Allene Randall. 

 

Following David’s wishes, cremation will take place under the direction of David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas.  No public services are scheduled at this time. 

 

Memorial contributions can be made to the VFW Post 1022 or the American Legion Post 20; these may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W Barnes Funeral Home 306 N Cline Rd. Coffeyville, KS 67337. 

 

David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

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