Cheney Witt Funeral Chapel

02/23/2026

Corinthians 5:8 Yes, we are fully confident, and we would rather be away from these earthly bodies, for then we will be at home with the Lord.

02/20/2026

Richard Eugene “Richie” Clarkson, age 74, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. Richie was born August 4, 1951, in Ft. Scott, Kansas, the son of Richard Junior “Blackie” Clarkson and Betty Mae “Peggy” Brown Clarkson. He was their only child. Richie graduated from...

02/20/2026

Kathryn “Kathy” Jane (Bartelsmeyer) Powell, 81, of Fort Scott, KS, passed away peacefully at her home (Presbyterian Village) on February 10, 2026, with her daughters by her side. Kathy was born July 11, 1944, the oldest of three children of Merwin Henry and Wilma Jane (Hare) Bartelsmeyer. She gradua...

02/20/2026

You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.
- Bonnie Prudden

02/20/2026

Support from the very first step. Calm guidance. Clear direction. Compassionate care.
How can we help you or someone you love today?

02/18/2026

02/18/2026

Helping families understand their choices — simply and clearly. Burial or cremation, the decision should feel right to you.
Are you planning ahead or deciding now?

02/16/2026

Larry Howard Jones, age 75, passed away on February 12, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born in Fort Scott, Kansas, on June 20, 1950, to Howard and Doris Jones. He graduated from Pittsburg State in 1973 with a Music Education Degree. His love for music began early in li...

02/16/2026

Today we honor the past and look forward to the future.
Strong communities are built by people who care, show up, and lead by example.
If you could tell future generations ONE lesson, what would it be? Comment below — we’d love to read them.

02/14/2026

💗 Happy Valentine’s Day!
Wishing you a day filled with love, kind moments, and time with the people who matter most. ❤️