Obituaries

Aug 20, 2019

Daniel Stephen Pressler, 63, of Independence, Kansas passed away at his home on Friday, August 16, 2019 after an extended illness. Cremation has taken place and per Daniel’s wishes no services are planned.

Daniel was born on January 31, 1956 in Topeka, Kansas to R. Dean and Marjorie (Kerr) Pressler. He attended and graduated from Highland Park...

Aug 18, 2019

Charles B. “Bugsy” Wilson, 66, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Sunday, August 18th, 2019 at St. Johns Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory with Elder Melvin Simpson officiating. Friends may register at the Chapel on August 23rd,...

Aug 18, 2019

Jack J. King, 91, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 23, 2019 at the First Christian Church in Independence, Kansas with burial to follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas. Friends may register from 9:00 a.m. –...

Aug 12, 2019

Russell Dean Landwehr, 67, of Independence, KS passed away suddenly on Monday August 12, 2019 at Labette Health Independence Healthcare Center, Independence, KS. Reciting of the Holy Rosary will be at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2019 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory 306 W. Main St, Independence, KS with the family greeting visitors from 6:00 –...

Aug 4, 2019

Brent Lee Hentzen passed away August 4, 2019 surrounded by his loving wife and family at his home in Independence, Kansas after a valiant battle with cancer.

He was born January 4, 1967 to the late Billy Joe Hentzen and Darlene (Jeffery) Hentzen in Parsons, Kansas. He attended Parsons schools and lived his entire life...

Jul 27, 2019

“Leo Gullick December 22, 1936- July 27, 2019. Age 82, of Independence, Kansas passed away Saturday the 27th of July at The Center of Waterfront rehabilitation center. Leo is proceeded in death by his father, James Gullick, his mother, Sallie Gullick and several siblings. He is survived by; Daughters, Gayle & Gabriella. Sons, Gregory and Leo Jr. Grandchildren; Joseph...

Jul 11, 2019

Betty Jane Wilkerson, 52, Independence, Kansas passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.  Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday August 9, 2019 at Havanna Cemetery, Havanna, Kansas. Friends may sign the register on Thursday, August 8, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Betty was born January 20,...

Jul 6, 2019

Kinley Carson, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Sunday July 6, 2019 at home. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. in Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Peabody, Kansas. Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory is assisting with arrangements.

Jul 3, 2019

Patrick David Schlange, 21, Independence, Kansas passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at home. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. Celebration of Life Services for Patrick will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Church of the Brethren 920 West Myrtle Street, Independence, Kansas 67301. In...

Jun 27, 2019

Elmer “Gene” Eugene Gann, 92, of Independence Kansas passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Medicalodges in Independence, Kansas. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. A memorial visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. Memorials in...

Jun 5, 2019

Terry W. Davis, 62, Independence, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at K.U. Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Funeral Services are planned for 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 14, 2019, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory with burial to follow in Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas. Friends may register from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m....

May 27, 2019

Agnes Louise Dreher, 99, of Neodesha passed away May 27, 2019. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. In lieu of flowers please send memorials to: Kindred Hospice 1819 Main Parsons, KS 67357. Agnes was born to James S. and Flora (Wick) Warren on February 24, 1920 in Kellyville,...

May 26, 2019

Jeffery Gene Rumfelt, 55, Denver Colorado formerly of Independence, Kansas passed away on May 26, 2019 at Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory a private service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to AWOL and may be left with the...

May 26, 2019

Dr. Gary P. Nickel Obituary Dr. Gary P. Nickel, 84, of Independence, Kansas passed away May 26, 2019 peacefully in his sleep. Gary is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judy Nickel, and three children, Graig (Jaime) Nickel of Lawrence, Kansas; Todd (Stephanie) Nickel of Tyler, Texas; and Alisa Nickel Ehrlich of Wichita, Kansas; 9 grandchildren and 1...

May 18, 2019

Mary Christina Gaut, 93, Independence, Kansas formally of Elk City, Kansas passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Eagle Estates in Independence, Kansas. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Simpson Cemetery rural Elk City, Kansas. Friends may register on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. with the family receiving...

May 17, 2019

Louella Mae Gossen, age 91 of Independence, KS passed away Friday, May 17, 2019. She entered this life December 8, 1927 near Fairview, OK, the daughter of Dietrich and Anna (Janzen) Thiessen. She attended school and graduated from Owasso, OK public schools. She married her high school sweetheart, Robert Gene Gossen, on November 6, 1949. He preceded her in...

Apr 28, 2019

Delwin K. Cotton Sr., 81, Caney, Kansas passed away on Sunday. April 28, 2019 at home. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2019 at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory 306 W. Main Street, Independence, Kansas with burial to follow in Mount Hope Cemetery 1300 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Independence, Kansas. Friends may register...

Apr 27, 2019

Surrounded by family in his living room, Marvin Thomas "Pete" Whistler, 94, beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather, left this earth for his heavenly home at 7:35 p.m. on April 27, 2019. He was born on February 13, 1925 in Elk City, KS to Thomas Seth and Zoa Alice (Weaver) Whistler. He attended Elk City Schools, graduated in 1942 and...

Apr 23, 2019

Colette Stewart, 88, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on April 23, 2019 at Montgomery Place. Colette was born to Donald W. and Dean Stewart on June 8, 1930 in Independence, Kansas. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Independence, Kansas. The family will...

Apr 12, 2019

Betty Anne Mahood Hybarger, 94, Independence, Kansas passed away on Friday, April 12, 2019, at Medicalodges in Independence, Kansas. The family will greet visitors from 6:00 -8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2019, at Webb & Rodrick Chapel and Crematory. Private Services will be held at a later date. Betty Anne Mahood Hybarger was born on January 27, 1925,...