Obituaries

Milton Daniel Mock, Sr. of Eureka, died on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, in Wichita, at the age of 77.

Evelyn Joan Walford, a beloved member of the community and a loving mother, passed away on October 14, 2023. She was born on July 10, 1933, in Eureka, Kansas, to her proud parents, Clinton and Cathrine Barrier. Evelyn's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to family, her strong work ethic, and her generous spirit.

Kathryn “Kathy”

Aletha I. Cannon, 91, of Ponca City, Okla., left this life on October 7, 2023. No viewing is planned. A Graveside Ceremony was held at 2 p.m., Friday, October 13, 2023, at Kaw City Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Trout Funeral Home & Crematory, 505 W. Grand Ave, Ponca City, Okla., 74601.

Dayrel Wendell Bane, formerly of Eureka, died on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Bethany Home, in Lindsborg, at the age of 97.

Patsy Ruth Frakes of Eureka, died on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Greenwood County Hospital, in Eureka, at the age of 91. She was born on April 2, 1932, in Pratt, the daughter of Dorsey and Bonnie (Collins) Moon. She was raised in Pratt and attended local schools. While still in school she met Clarence Lee “Pete” Frakes. They were united in marriage on August 15, 1947, in Miami, Texas. To this union, three daughters were born. They made their home in Latham.

Brandon Lee Endress of El Dorado, died on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Kansas Medical Center, in Andover, at the age of 39. He was born on May 1, 1984, in Wichita, the son of Randy Scott and Robin Lee (McFall) Endress. He was raised in Eureka and graduated from Eureka Junior Senior High School with the Class of 2003. Brandon played football and did track and wrestling in school. He was a loyal and true fan of Florida State, as everyone around him knew well. He loved to fish and he loved his dogs. But, above everything else, he loved his family, especially his children. He will be remembered most for his smile.

Dharma Jean Dutton was born on February 17, 2004 to Sabrina Watts and the late Al Dutton in El Dorado. She passed away on October 5, 2023. She attended Eureka schools until her freshman year when she moved to McKensie, Tenn. She graduated from Henry County High School in Paris, Tenn. in May of 2022.

JW Marr, 69, of Coyville, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at his home, surrounded by family and close friends. JW was born on February 24, 1954, in Fredonia, the son of William L. and Dorothy L. (Shields) Marr.