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10/26/2026

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10/26/2026

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10/26/2026

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10/20/2026

Ralph C. Peugh Jr. passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Labette Health Hospital in Parsons, Kansas. He was born on November 3, 1945, in Cherryvale, Kansas to Ralph Sr. and Evelyn (Nelson) Peugh.

Ralph graduated from Cherryvale High School in Cherryvale, Kansas in 1963. Soon after, he served in the United States Navy from June 7, 1963, to October 30, 1967. His time in the Navy was an important part of his life and reflected his willingness to serve his country.

After his military service, Ralph was self-employed as a carpenter. He worked with his hands and built a life through honest labor and dedication. He was also a proud member of the American Legion in Independence, Kansas.

Ralph enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He liked playing bingo, fishing, spending time at the casino, and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs. These interests brought him enjoyment and were part of the way he connected with the world around him.

He is survived by his stepdaughter, Barbara Crozzer of Elk Falls, Kansas; his sister, Roberta Collins of Mississippi; and his brother, Frank Peugh of Idaho. He will also be remembered with love by those who knew him and shared in his life.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Peugh Sr.; his mother, Evelyn Peugh; and his son, Stacy Peugh.

Ralph will be remembered for his years of service, his work as a carpenter, and the things he enjoyed most in life. May his memory bring comfort to his family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cherryvale, Kansas.

Cremation has taken place under the guidance of Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cherryvale, Kansas.

10/17/2026

Martin (Marty) Evord Dye, 63, of Eureka Kansas, passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2026—or so the rumor goes, having stubbornly lived life on his own terms.

Born on September 5, 1963, in Caney, Kansas to Delbert and Clarasena (Wells) Dye. Marty graduated from Sedan High School in 1979 then went on to further his education in EMT/Firefighting at Coffeyville Community College. He worked as an EMT/Firefighter for serval years until retiring in 2006.

Marty met the love of his life Cindy in 1984 and that’s when their love story began, they later married on June 12, 1984. Cindy remembers when she couldn’t find her birth control pills because someone hid them because he was ready to be a dad (we all know who that was).

Marty and Cindy couldn’t wait to start a family of their own, and their child meant the world to them. Aaron was born March 24, 1984.

Marty will always be remembered for his willingness to help anyone who needed it and the way he would give the shirt off his back. We’ll always imagine hearing him say “I’m still here because I’m too ornery for heaven and the devil is scared of me” one more time. We couldn’t have asked for a better husband, dad, grandfather, and friend, we will miss Marty every day. Marty’s memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved him.

Marty loved to fish and hunt, was a Kansas City Chiefs fan, loved watching wrestling, but his favorite hobby, spending time with his grandkids. Marty was ornery, a hard worker, dedicated and his family's hero.

Marty is preceded in death by both of his parents, a grandchild, a great-grandchild, his 4 legged best friend, and many other relatives, and is survived by his wife Cindy Dye of Eureka, Kansas, his son Aaron Dye (Misty White) of Eureka, Kansas, his grandson Terrance (Crystal) Dye of Sedan, Kansas, granddaughter Brooklyn Riley of Copan, Oklahoma, grandson Cody Dye of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, grandson Jeffery Arie of Eureka, Kansas, granddaughter Samantha Brewer of Independence, Kansas, granddaughter Evalynn Brewer of Independence, Kansas, and grandson Axel White of Havana, Kansas.

Marty’s services will be held at Wickham Family Funeral Home in Fredonia Kansas, located at 510 N. 7th St. on Friday October 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

The family asks that all memorials be mailed or left at Wickham Family Funeral Home to help with expenses.

10/14/2026

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10/13/2026

Bonnie Louise Tucker, 83, of Cherryvale, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Advena Living of Cherryvale.

Bonnie was born on January 10, 1943, in Cherryvale, Kansas, to Martin and Alta Wade. She grew up in Cherryvale and attended Cherryvale High School before continuing her education at Bible Holiness School in Independence, Kansas, where she graduated in 1961.

On July 10, 1961, Bonnie was united in marriage to Gerald Tucker in Miami, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on October 5, 2001.

Throughout her life, Bonnie devoted herself to helping others through her work in nursing homes and hospitals, including Mercy Hospital in Independence, Kansas Her compassionate nature and willingness to care for those in need were qualities that carried beyond her profession and into her everyday life.

Bonnie was a devoted member of the Wesleyan Holiness Alliance Church, where her faith remained an important part of her life. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting and sewing, often putting her creativity and talents to good use. Above all, Bonnie treasured time spent with her family. She especially loved planning family gatherings and cherished memories. Her family was a source of great joy, and she took pride in the time they shared.

Bonnie is survived by her sister, Christie McCardie and her husband Bill, of Phoenix, Arizona; her daughters, Joy Wilson and her husband Ron, of Nowata, Oklahoma, and Susan Hobbs and her husband, Robert, of Liberty, Kansas; and her son, Brad Tucker and his wife, Connie, of Mountain View, Missouri; 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Alice Weatherspoon of Copan, Oklahoma, Mary Tucker of Cherryvale, Kansas; brother-in-law, Donald Tucker; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Alta Wade; daughter, Eugenia Merkey, and her brothers, Jim Wade and Dickie Wade.

Bonnie will be remembered for her kind and caring heart, her unwavering faith, and the love she shared so generously with those around her. Whether through her years of caring for others, the things she lovingly created, or the family gatherings she brought together, Bonnie found joy in making others feel loved and valued. Her legacy lives on in the memories she helped create and in the hearts of the family and friends who were blessed to know her.

Memorials may be made out to Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice and may be left or sent to Wickham Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service at 216 East 4th Street, Cherryvale, Kansas 67335.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, From 9AM to 10AM at Wickham Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Cherryvale, Kansas. Funeral services will follow at 10AM at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Rutland Cemetery in Independence, Kansas.

10/12/2026

Bill G. Dean, 79, of Cherryvale, Kansas, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. He was born on March 8, 1947, in Fresno, California, to Elbert and Dezzie Dean.

Bill Graduated from Yuma High School in Yuma Arizona, in 1965. On September 4, 1966, he was united in marriage to Loretta Rodriguez in Hayward, California. Together, they built a life rooted in faith, love, family, and hard work. Bill and Loretta recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary, a milestone Bill was incredibly proud of and one that reflected the love, commitment, and devotion they shared throughout their life together.

Throughout his life, Bill called several places home, spending more than 30 years in California, 6 years in Arizona, and 2 years in Nevada. In 1985, he settled in Cherryvale, Kansas, where he made his home for the remainder of his life.

Bill was a hardworking and dedicated man who spent 45 years as a self-employed carpenter. He also worked in construction and had a true passion for building and working with his hands. He took pride in his work and was always willing to take on a project, no matter how big or small. His strong work ethic, determination, and willingness to help others were qualities that reflected the kind of man he was.

Outside of his work, Bill enjoyed fishing and appreciating life’s simple pleasures. Above all, his faith in God and his love for his family and friends were at the heart of everything he did. He valued the time spent with those closest to him and leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories.

Bill is survived by his wife, Loretta Dean. He also leaves behind his daughter, Tonya Ellis, and her husband, Ed, of Corpus Christi, Texas; his son, Brody Dean, and his wife, Terran, of Cherryvale, Kansas; and his son, Colby Dean, and his wife, Skye, of Cherryvale, Kansas. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and two great grandchildren, who brought much love and joy to his life, along with many dear friends who will forever cherish his memory.

He was preceded in death by his father, Elbert Dean; his mother, Dezzie Dean; his brothers, Sonny Dean, Thomas Dean, and Murphy Dean; and his sister, Ann Magann.

Cremation has taken place under the guidance of Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service at 216 East 4th Street, Cherryvale, Kansas.

Bill will be remembered as a man who worked hard, loved well, and found joy in the simple things of life. His memory will remain a blessing to all who knew and loved him.

10/07/2026

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10/06/2026

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