Shelby’s life began on April 16, 1959 in Wichita, KS; the daughter of Eugene and Sharon Christian. She worked hard for her family as a waitress for over 30 years and most recently was the store manager for Casey’s in El Dorado. She loved to crochet and watch her list of shows on TV. Shelby enjoyed dancing and playing pool, loved her dogs and above all loved cooking for her family. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family which includes her children James (Ashley) Obsorne of...

Simon’s life began on July 20, 1927 in Greenwich, KS; the son of Simon and Cleda (Butler) Wright. He was united in marriage to Helen Hoskins on January 27, 1947 in El Dorado. Simon worked hard for his family, farming and later working as a heavy equipment operator for many years. Simon enjoyed working with his hands and loved to create. He could build just about anything out of wood or metal, whether it was furniture or fencing or anything you could think of. His greatest joy was his...

Linn Goodman, 67, retired Kansas SRS manager, Wichita USD259 middle school teacher but never retired fun-loving girl, died on November 21, 2021. Survivors: immediate family Lee & Ron, Phil & Deena, favorite kids Allison, Alicia, Erin & Brian, Aunt Vera and Goodman cousins; created family Stephanie, Sara & Marty, Charlie, Maggie, James and many others. There was no one quite like Linn. If you shared a laugh with her, have some fun as a remembrance. Place comments on Linn’s tribute wall at...

Carol Ann Sibley, of El Dorado, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at the age of 86. Carol was born on March 14, 1935 to Theodore and Frances (King) Cory in Hutchison, Kansas. She and her parents moved to El Dorado during her freshman year of high school. She graduated EHS Class of 1953. Carol was a beautiful woman, inside and out. She was not a fancy or frilly woman, but she was absolutely beautiful. She enjoyed life to the fullest. She lived to help others around her. She...

Kermit L Keplar of Rosalia, Kansas, having recently reached the age of 65, departed this earthly life on Friday, November 5, 2021 in the presence of loving family. He was born the youngest child of Arthur “Bud” Keplar and Mary (James) Keplar. Loved by many for his sharp wit and blunt but lovable demeanor, Kermit was devoted to his family, friends and neighbors. He closely followed the school activities and sports of his sons and gave of his time as youth sports coach and 4-H...

Gay Lynn Spencer, of El Dorado, Kansas, passed away on November 1, 2021 at the age of 60. Gay was born on June 7, 1961 in Dodge City, Kansas to Ernest Henry and Ardis Melinda (Busby) Brack. After high school she decided to further her education and earned a Master’s Degree. She used that degree to become a Soil Conservationist for the United States Department of Agriculture. She loved her career and worked for the USDA for 32 years before retirement. Gay had a love for animals, but...

George Duane Ehret, of El Dorado, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 at the age of 71. George was born on March 11, 1950 in El Dorado, Kansas to Barbara Ann & Merle Duane Ehret. He worked as a tool builder. He spent time working for several aircraft companies, including Boeing, Beech, LearJet, & Northrop, before retiring from Cessna after over 30 years of service to the aircraft industry. He liked to travel, enjoyed live music, and usually carried his harmonica in his pocket. He...

Virginia “Ginger” Starr, of Towanda, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at the age of 95. Ginger was born on June 27, 1926 in Picher, Oklahoma to Acy and Flossie (Brassfield) Kimbro. Shortly after graduating high school, Ginger met and married the love of her life, Freddy Starr, on June 4, 1943. They shared 66 years of love and adventure together before his passing on July 12, 2009. During their marriage they enjoyed riding their Harleys and really enjoyed experiencing...

Stephen’s life began on December 2nd, 1976, in Greensboro, North Carolina; the son of Mark and Brenda (Faucette) Evans. Stephen graduated high school. He was a recent graduate of the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center in December 2020. Stephen was a loving and devoted father to his three children Nicolas, Alycia and Adrian Evans. He took tremendous pride in the young people they were growing into. Stephen met the love of his life, Andrea Evans (Perry), over 10 years ago. They...

Denise Lorann Nielsen passed peacefully on October 22, 2021 surrounded by her beloved family and friends at Wesley Medical Center. Denise was born on August 25, 1958 to Delbert and Deloris (Ludewick) Brooks in El Dorado, Kansas. She attended Frederic Remington High School and graduated in the class of 1976. Denise enjoyed spending time outdoors, volunteering, gardening, and traveling with friends. She loved to host family get-togethers and spent countless hours with her grandchildren. ...