Earl Kibel, 82, Baxter Springs

Earl Dean Kibel, 82, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on November 5, 2024, in Joplin, Missouri. He Born December 23, 1941, Earl was the so of Fred and Ida Kibel.Earl was a loving husband to Judy Kibel, whom he married in 1961. Together they had one child, Stoney Kibel.

Kenneth Jarman, 73, Welch, Okla.

Kenneth L. Jarman, 73, rural Welch, Okla., died at 4:06 p.m. Saturday, November 2, 2024 at the University of Kansas Medical Center at Kansas City.Born June 7, 1951 in rural Chetopa, Kenneth was the son of Everett Marvin and Revilla Jane “Doll” (Curnutte) Jarman.

Steven Cruth, 72, Ulysses

Steven D. Cruth, 72, Ulysses, died Monday, November 4, 2024, at his home. Born May 17, 1952, in Great Bend, Steven was the son of Donald and Betty Ruth (Lane) Cruth. When he was young, Steve’s mom died and he was raised by his dad and stepmom, Alice Drucella (Guymon) Cruth.

Elizabeth Watkins, 69, Joplin, Mo.

Elizabeth Ann Watkins (Martin), 69, Joplin, Mo., a beloved mother, sister, and friend, died peacefully October 30, 2024, at 4:48 a.m.Born October 19, 1955, Liz was known for her kindness, infectious laughter, and boundless generosity.

Charles Mitts, 68, Wichita

Charles Ray Mitts, 68, Wichita, died Saturday, November 2, 2024.Born September 30, 1956, in Columbus, Charles was the son of Lewis Everett and Bernice JewelDene Mitts, who preceded him in death along with his brother, Gene Mitts.

Delores Hodge, 89, Columbus

Delores Nell Hodge, 89, Columbus, died Monday, November 4, 2024 at Medicalodge in Columbus.Born June 9, 1935, in Waco, Missouri, Delores was the daughter of the late Richard “Dick” and Opal (Yeager) Maddox.

Charles Gifford, 57, Riverton

Charles “Tony” Anthony Gifford, 57, Riverton, died at home peacefully with his wife and children by his side October 31, 2024.Tony was born March 31, 1967 in the state of California.Tony and the love of his life, Debra Cayton were united in marriage July 16, 1993.

Danny Humphrey, Baxter Springs

Danny “Dave” Eddie Humphrey, 59, Baxter Springs, died Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Mercy Hospital, Joplin, Mo.Born August 6, 1965 in Claremore, Oklahoma, Dave was the son of Ather Lee Humphrey and Margie Betrice (Mathis).Dave worked as a welder in various welding shops through his career.

Wilma Carter, 97, Chetopa

Wilma H. Carter, 97, Chetopa, died the evening of Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Oswego Health and Rehab.The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, November 5, at the First Baptist Church of Chetopa. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Chetopa.

Michael Moyer, 64, Columbus

Michael Wayne Moyer 64, Columbus, died November 1, 2024, surrounded by his family at his home after a courageous battle.Born July 29, 1960, in Columbus, Michael was the son of John W. and Shirley Moyer. He was raised on the family farm and attended Columbus schools, graduating in 1978.