El Dorado- Sherry’s life began on May 14, 1937 in Hamilton, KS; the daughter of Charles and Louise (Kershbergen) Smith. She attended Ham-ilton High School and graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s degree in political science.
Cassoday-Calvin’s life be-gan on July 5, 1930 in rural Cassoday, KS; the son of Robert and Stella (Hall-man) Hinde. He was a 1947 graduate of Cassoday High School.
Tommy Eugene Bowen, 68, of Augusta, KS, passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022 at home. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. Tommy was born in Hillsboro, KS on September 26, 1953, to the late Margie (Piper) and Orlo C. Bowen. When Tommy was 16, he began working in the oil field and worked there for most of his life. Tommy enjoyed hunting and fishing. On September 10, 1973 he married Anita (Garcia) Bowen in Peabody, KS who survives him. He is also survived by: daughter, Rebecca Emond and husband Steven; son, Bryan Bowen; sisters, Donna Sweeny, and Charleen Radish and husband Dennis; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 5 sisters and 1 brother. Memorial donations may be made to his family.
Michael R. Moore, 66, of Augusta, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 following a brief illness.
Augusta Russel Wayne Harrold, 65, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Russel was born on Sunday, April 15th, 1956 in Wichita Kansas to Wayne and Leda (Renfro) Harrold.
William Dwight Walker was born April 5, 1950 in Augusta KS. At the age of 16, William signed to join the US Marine Corps. He spent almost two years in Okinawa, training and finishing high school courses, then joined the war in Vietnam in 1968. There he did two tours. After returning home, William began his career in Avionics with Cessna. He worked diligently, earning certifications, until becoming an Electrical Engineer. His prouder moments in Avionics came from his time at Boeing- working on Air Force One and the Airborne Laser. He is preceded in death by his parents: Isabelle Anne Genter and Lester M. Walker, His uncle and mentor Norman Maggard, sisters Janice Mendenhall and Diane Robinette, and best friend Lonnie Lynn. He is mourned in passing by Daughters Kimberly Castor and Bridget Melvin (Keith), Siblings Linda Mchone (Cheryl), Cindy Johnson, Leanna Henecy, Leslie Walker, Gary Walker, Michael Walker, Charlie Genter, and several grand children. Service to be held March 8th, 2022 10:00 AM at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery 1208 N College St, Winfield, KS 67156
Almeda Marietta Matthews Henderson, 95, passed away on March 3, 2022. Services will be on Tuesday, March 8 at 10am at Carlson Funeral Home, followed by burial in Elmwood Cemetery in Augusta. Almeda was born November 8, 1926, near DeGraff, Kansas to Frank and Mary Ina (Rasmussen) Matthews. She attended Towanda High School and El Dorado High School, where she graduated in 1944. She worked several places in El Dorado, including the El Dorado High School cafeteria and the Kansas Turnpike toll booth. She was a member of Towanda Baptist Church and American Legion Auxiliary and was talented in sewing, knitting and crocheting. Almeda and her husband, Bill enjoyed fishing together. Between their two families, she had many children and grandchildren and loved them all. In recent years, she enjoyed friend and activities at Homestead Assisted Living. Almeda was preceded in death by her husband Bill Henderson; son-in-law Gary Ware, step son Greg Henderson; grandson Scott Miller; and four brothers, Frank Matthews, Chester Matthews and two others who died in childhood. She is survived by her children Connie Ware, Richard Wayne (Kandy) Miller, and Frank Miller; two step-daughters Janice Smith and Carolyn Jorn, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, seven step-great-grandchildren, and one step great-great grandchild. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory of Almeda at www.carlsonkirbymorris.com
Brian “Kelly” McNary’s life began on April 21, 1950 in El Dorado, Kansas; the son of Robert and Helen (Holladay) McNary. Kelly worked hard for his family and enjoyed working with his hands. Kelly proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was united in marriage to Cynthia Burrows on February 18, 1984 in El Dorado. He enjoyed watching KU Basketball and tinkering in his workshop. Kelly’s greatest joy in life was his family, which includes his wife, Cynthia of El Dorado; children Byron (Cynthia) McNary of Wichita, Baranda (Jeremy) Boone of Okmulgee, OK and Kodie McNary of El Dorado; grandchildren Demara, Darris, Kyle, Dayla, Austin, Brock, Cylas and Journey; 4 greatgrandchildren and siblings Carmen Miller of El Dorado, Collen Schrag of Hutchinson and Rick McNary of Potwin. Kelly passed away on March 1, 2022 in Wichita. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers Mike McNary and Robert McNary. Friends may gather with the family from 11am-1pm on Monday, March 7 at Carlson Colonial Chapel where his funeral service will be held at 1pm. Burial will take place at Sunset Lawns Cemetery with military honors. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Kelly at www.carlsonkirbymorris.com
El Dorado Paul D. Kilgore, 85, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.
Jacqueline “Jackie” Thomas’ life began on October 19, 1947 in Winfield, KS; the daughter of Ralph and Billie (Morris) Shaw. She worked hard for her family, earning a degree in Radiology and worked as and X-Ray and CT Technician for many years, retiring from Acension Via Christi St. Joseph Hospital. She was united in marriage to Lloyd Thomas on December 29, 1990. He was her whole world. She loved simple things and always had an eye out for a good bargain at a garage or estate sale. Jackie loved to shop and especially enjoyed being involved with her family. Her loving family includes her children Starla (Mark) Thomas-Poe, Stephanie (Ronald) Scrivner, Laurie Keeton; grandchildren Randy Cantrell, Emma Busher, Majestica and William Kinder, Seth Keeton, Tara Baxter, Grant Scrivner; great grandchildren William Applegate, Jamie Cantrell, Kaliyanna Spangler, Cody Cantrell, Xavier Busher, Alexis Applegate, Preston Busher, Luna Stingley, Jaxton Baxter; sister Terry Shaw-Scates and several nieces and nephews. Jackie passed away on February 28, 2022 in El Dorado. She is preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd and her parents. Friends may gather with the family from 4-6pm on Friday, March 4 at Carlson Colonial Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, March 9 at 2pm at Sunset Lawns Cemetery in El Dorado. Please sign her online guestbook and leave a memory at www.carlsonkirbymorris.com