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Patricia Gaynell Richey’s life began on February 11, 1937 in Pawhuska, OK; the daughter of William and Hazel (Noel) McFadden. Gaynell attended Pawhuska, OK Public Schools and graduated in 1954. She then went on to graduate from Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia which is now Emporia State. She earned her teaching degree in 1970. Gaynell was united in marriage to Jack E. Richey in Pawhuska, OK on June 08, 1957. They moved to El Dorado from Pawhuska in 1965. Gaynell taught for many...

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Betty Jo Weikal was born February 14, 1928 in Kingman Kansas to Frank E. Weikal and Ada (Legget) Weikal. After high school Betty studied Nursing at St. Mary’s Hospital in Enid, Oklahoma. During college Betty met Bob Stucky on a trip home in Kingman. She graduated from St. Mary’s in 1950. Betty married Robert (Bob) Stucky on July 22, 1951 in the Kingman First Christian Church. The couple moved to El Dorado Kansas in 1952. Betty first worked at Susan B. Allen Hospital, but after her...

Frank’s life began on March 20, 1954 in El Dorado, Kansas.  He was married to Linda Meis on July 16, 1999.   He was a man with a big heart and even bigger sense of humor.  He was a Miami Dolphins fan, as well as the Chiefs. He enjoyed watching westerns and crime shows. He was loved by his many family and friends.  His family include his wife Linda of El Dorado, Diane (Jeff) Suber of Frisco, TX, Shane Cartmell of El Dorado and Michael (Casey) Cartmell of El Dorado; grandchildren...

Sandra’s life began on May 13, 1959 in Liberal, KS; the daughter of Harold and Elsie (Nicholson) Ahlstedt. She was united in marriage to Johnnie Graham on September 20, 1977 in Oceanside, California. Sandra kept her home and enjoyed gardening, crafting and puzzles. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sandra loved animals and was a people person. She was the “Mom of the Neighborhood”. When she worked at Wal-Mart, she was known as the “Hugging Lady”. She...

Barry’s life began on August 25, 1949 in Joplin, MO; the son of Louis and Merle (Baker) Cantu. Barry Graduated from Alba High School (1967) in Alba, MO; and attended the Wichita Area Vo-Tech College. Barry enjoyed fishing, reading, and various sports. Barry’s greatest joy in life was his family which includes his son Kael Cantu of Neosho, MO; daughter Tammy (Todd) Hale of Carl Junction, MO; 7 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; brothers Ronald Cantu of Wichita, Garry...

Mary’s life began on May 21, 1929 in Colton, CA; the daughter of Jim and Stella (Leech) Neumann. Mary graduated from Fredonia High School. She was united in marriage to Howard Gillies on March 5, 1955 in Fredonia. Mary was proud to keep her home and also worked as an administrative assistant for Pester Refinery’s Corporate Office as well as USD 490 and El Dorado Schools as well as the IRS. Mary enjoyed playing cards with friends and belonged to several card playing groups in El...

William Ernest Sifford, loving father, grandfather, and uncle passed peacefully Sunday, March 22, 2020 in Overland Park, Kansas. Ernie celebrated his 95th birthday on October 2, 2019. He lived in El Dorado, Kansas most of his life prior to moving to Silvercrest Retirement Community in Overland Park in April of 2015. While living in El Dorado, he was a long-time member of the Augusta Church of Christ having served as worship leader. He graduated from El Dorado High School, attended El...

Stephen “Steve” Jones’ life began on January 13, 1943 in Emporia, KS; the son of John and Eleanor (Salmon) Jones. Steve attended and graduated from El Dorado High School. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Wade on November 6, 1970 in Winfield. Steve was a hard worker and worked in several different fields. He was most proud of owning the A&W Root Beer Stand in Winfield. He also worked for Furley Co-Op, the Kansas Turnpike and drove school busses for El Dorado, and held many other...

Vera’s life began on November 10, 1935 in El Dorado; the daughter of Walter and Vera (Ehrlich) Thomas. Vera was united in marriage to Troy Lockhart on May 23, 1953 in Rogers, AR. She worked for over 25 years at Century Plastics, retiring as a machinist. Vera enjoyed fishing, mud runs and enjoyed watching her children compete in rodeos. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Linda Osborne of El Dorado, Rick (Kathy) Lockhart of Rock, KS, Trish Boucher of El Dorado; 8...