Wickham Family Funeral Home

02/20/2026

Preplanning your funeral spares your family from making difficult decisions during an emotional time. Sit down with Owner and Funeral Director Chad Wickham at Wickham Family Funeral Home to start the conversation. Call (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia. We can help you take the first step toward peace of mind.

02/18/2026

After a death, the need for an experienced and compassionate Funeral Director is never greater. It's a professional like Owner Chad Wickham who can console, consult, and begin transforming grief into hope. Call Wickham Family Funeral Home at (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia.

02/16/2026

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02/16/2026

Whether you want to celebrate with others or reflect in solitude, Wickham Family Funeral Home has the accommodations to do both. Our chapel, comfortable visitation rooms, and quiet corners make it your place of peace. To learn about our facilities, call (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia. This is Owner and Funeral Director Chad Wickham.

02/13/2026

After a direct cremation, some family members may wonder when the grieving will end. Including essential moments of closure, like a visitation and celebration of life, can make a difference. For cremation options, call Wickham Family Funeral Home at (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia. This is Owner and Funeral Director Chad Wickham.

02/12/2026

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02/12/2026

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02/11/2026

Starting a family conversation about end-of-life preparations gives everyone a voice. It also shows how much you value those you love most. Call Wickham Family Funeral Home at (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia. This is Owner and Funeral Director Chad Wickham.

02/10/2026

Sally Presson

Sally Elizabeth Presson, 82, of Cherryvale passed away at home on February 6, 2026 with her family by her side.

Sally was born on April 6, 1943 in Warrensburg, MO to George and Fern Brown. Sally met her loving husband Don, of 64 years, at Lee’s Summit High School in Lee’s Summit, MO.

Sally’s greatest joy was her family. From her days as a stay-at-home mom, she delivered Meals on Wheels, was an active 4-H leader, homeroom mother, and organizer of farm activities and livestock shows. Sally was an outstanding cook, hostess, baker and seamstress, passing along those skills to her daughters.

After her youngest child started school, Sally began working at People’s State Bank in Cherryvale then Yerkes & Michels Accounting in Independence, KS. She worked for 30 years as the Foundation Executive Assistant at Coffeyville Community College before retiring in 2020. Sally was honored to be named Distinguished Alumnus in 2022.

Sally was a long-time member of the PEO Sisterhood, Beta Sigma Phi and the Cherryvale Methodist Church.

Sally was preceded in death by her parents George & Fern Brown and her brother George Brown.

Sally is survived by her husband Don; daughter Kim (Marvin) Blaes, Cherryvale; daughter Amy, Leawood; son Don (Jackie), Leawood; son Matt, Yukon, OK. Grandchildren Katie (Jake) McFarlane, Newcastle, OK; Joe (Chelsey) Blaes, Cherryvale; Ben (Jordyn) Blaes, Cherryvale; Max Presson and Mattilyn Presson, Leawood. Great-grandchildren Justice McFarlane, Preslee McFarlane, Ryker McFarlane, Riggin Ross, Gunnar Blaes, Bayley Blaes, Emery Blaes, Bodie Blaes. Nieces Chris Maier, Annie Kurowski. Cousins Jane Isreal and Tom Newsom. Sisters-in-laws Joan Brown and Jeannie Presson as well as a wide circle of friends.

Sally was a devoted KU basketball fan, attending games with Don in Lawrence and never missed watching one at home.

Sally was known for her beautiful smile, positive attitude and enthusiasm for those she loved.

The family will greet friends from 9:30 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Cherryvale Methodist Church. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 A.M. at the church.

Interment will take place at Fairview Cemetery in Cherryvale following the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions made to the Sally Presson CCC Foundation Scholarship or Harry Hynes Hospice and they may be left or mailed to Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 216 East 4th, Cherryvale, Kansas.

02/09/2026

Lewis Alan Read,78, a beloved figure in his community, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Labette Health in Independence, Kansas.

Born on February 13, 1947, in Independence, he grew up and graduated from Cherryvale High School in 1965 before furthering his education at Independence Junior College.

Alan owned Dewey Auto Sales for many years, a business that became a staple of the community until his retirement in 2010 at the age of 62. A proud veteran, he served with the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1968 until 1969, achieving the rank of SP4 before receiving an honorable discharge.

Known for his kind and welcoming personality, Alan was affectionately called "Papaw" by his children and grandchildren. He cherished spending time with family, and his hobbies included fishing, hunting, photography, and creating lasting memories with those he loved. His dedication to his community shone through his proudest accomplishments, which included 46 years as a volunteer fireman with the Cherryvale Fire & EMS, membership in the VFW and American Legion in Independence, and support for the Heartland Vietnam Veterans 1011th SNS.

Alan is survived by his wife, April Diane French, whom he married on April 18, 1970, in Cherryvale, Kansas. They shared a loving home filled with warmth and laughter. He leaves behind his sons, Edward Alan Read of Independence, Kansas and David Michael (Jennifer) Read of Andover, Kansas, along with a wonderful bunch of grandchildren: Christopher Michael (Danielle) Read, Whitney Marie Wineland, Jack Henry Read, Ella Rain Read, Austin Chase Steffens, Brennan Jacob Gennette, Ellie June Holliday, and Lillie Rae Holliday, bonus daughter, Christy Banzet. He also had a great grandson, Cade Michael Neal Read, who brightened his later years.

Alan is preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Elmore "Bud" Read and Betty Haney Read, and his granddaughter Mary Beth Read.

Funeral services will reflect his life of service and love. Visitation will be held at Cherryvale Presbyterian Church on Friday, February 13, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM.

Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Cherryvale with honors by the Cherryvale Fire Department and Independence Honor Guard American Legion Post 139 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post1186 in Independence.

Memorial remembrances are suggested to the Lewis Alan Read Memorial for Cherryvale Fire and EMS and they may be mailed or left at Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 216 East 4th, Cherryvale, Kansas 67335

Lewis Alan Read will be dearly missed by all who knew him, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and family dedication.

02/09/2026

If you've preplanned with another funeral home and now circumstances have changed, you can transfer it to Wickham Family Funeral Home. We do everything. Call us at (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia. We take care of the rest.

02/06/2026

Honor a life well lived with a Traditional Cremation, where every memory can be shared and cherished. For a dignified farewell without burial, call Wickham Family Funeral Home at (620) 433-5901 in Chanute, (620) 702-6100 in Cherryvale, and (620) 378-4111 in Fredonia. This is Owner and Funeral Director Chad Wickham.