Carlson Colonial Funeral Home

01/20/2026

Sandras 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 grandchi...

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01/19/2026

Sheryl J. (Phares) Hawks

d. January 17, 2026

Sheryl J. (Phares) Hawks, 71, went home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at her home in North Richland Hills, Texas. She was born February 2, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, to Eldon D. and Wilma J. (Arnold) Phar...

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01/16/2026

Larry George Luce, age 85, of El Dorado, Kansas, passed away on January 13, 2026.

Larry was born on October 17, 1940, to George Warren Luce and Thelma Ozella (Graves) Luce. He grew up in El Dorado and was a proud graduate of El Dorado High School.

Following his schooling, Larry serve...

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01/15/2026

Obituary
Elise Rae Mitchell
September 26, 1942 – January 13, 2026
In the care of Carlson Colonial & Kirby-Morris Funeral Home

Elise Rae (Wittmer) (Smith) (Carpenter) Mitchell, beloved wife of Ben (William B.) Mitchell and adoring mother to Scott Carpenter and Lisa Carpenter Coffin, 83,...

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01/12/2026

Obituary Pending.

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01/09/2026

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01/09/2026

Betty Ruth Thomas was born on November 15, 1927 in rural Elbing, Kansas. Her parents were George and Netty Merl (Puckett) Thomas. She was the fourth child in a family with nine children. Betty graduated from Potwin High School in 1945. Her mother died when she was 16, leaving a nine month old baby b...

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01/06/2026

Obituary Pending.

View Judith "Judy" Ann Lilley's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/06/2026

Vivian’s life began on July 7, 1933 in Towanda, KS; the daughter of Arthur and Margaret (McHatton) Lewis. She attended high school in El Dorado and then later finished school by mail. She worked hard for her family as a bookkeeper and waitress. Vivian was married to Glynn Carlisle until his passing ...

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01/05/2026

Obituary Pending

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01/05/2026

Obituary Pending.

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12/31/2025

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