Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N Main, Kingman, KS (2026)

03/10/2026

Helen Olm (nee' VanLeer), 84, of Wichita, KS (formerly of Union, MO) passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.

She is survived by three children: Timothy Jett and wife Patti of Wichita, KS, Vicki Fountain and husband Paul of Stilwell, KS, and Christopher Jett and wife Rebecca of Wichita, KS; 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; along with numerous step-children and step-grandchildren; several nieces, one nephew, other relatives, and friends.

Mrs. Olm was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Viola (nee' Doerr) VanLeer; one grandson, Blake Martin; her three husbands and her longtime companion; and three brothers: Ross VanLeer, Glenn VanLeer (late wife Dixie), and Marvin "Beef" VanLeer (late wife Virginia).

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Zion U.C.C. Cemetery in Union, MO. Burial will follow services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the ASPCA.

03/10/2026

Robert (Bob) Louis Kerschen, 90, of Cunningham, Kansas, went home to be with his Lord on March 8, 2026. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, father-in-law, uncle, and friend whose querying presence, genuine concern and steady faith will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Bob was born at home in Goddard, Kansas, to Nicholas and Johanna (Geiger) Kerschen on October 23, 1935. He married his high school sweetheart, Jeanette Charvat, on September 1, 1956, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Garden Plain, Kansas. Together they built a loving family rooted in faith and hard work.

Bob’s life reflected his belief in using his hands, heart, and mind to serve others—whether laying a strong foundation as a brick mason or working the soil as a farmer. He found joy in building things from the ground up—both in his work and in the lives of those around him.

A devoted husband and father, Bob never shied away from his responsibilities as a provider and caregiver. When he wasn’t working, he was with family—and when time allowed, he was a faithful friend. He loved sharing the value of hard work, simple pleasures, and time spent with loved ones. Purposeful in all he did, Bob was always looking for ways to improve things. Family, however, always came first. Whether it was a baptism, first communion, wedding, birthday, newborn visit, ballgame, or school concert, he somehow found time to be there.

Bob approached life with simplicity and humility. Nothing fancy or over-the-top—just honest effort and a “get it done” spirit. He was a joy to be around and provided plenty of good-natured laughter. His family fondly remembers his “Bobisms”: “I wanna go home.” “Did you do any good today?” “Givin’ ya the good life.”“Don’t BS your life away.” and an all-time favorite “Hey, Jeanette, let’s go to bed so these people can go home.”

He loved classic country music—Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Porter Wagoner, Patsy Cline, Tanya Tucker to name a few—and would often sing along, entertaining everyone around him. But the song he sang most often was “I Wanna Go Home” by Bobby Bare—a tune that now carries deeper meaning for those who loved him.

Well, Bob, here you are — just like the Apostle Paul, “You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, you have kept the faith.” You are finally home. May our Lord welcome you with open arms. And when we finish our race, we hope to join you there.

Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanette (Charvat) Kerschen, his sisters Corene Whilhite of Eufaula, Oklahoma, and Verna (Ken) Papotta of Simi Valley, California. He was preceded in death by his brothers Eugene (Gene) Kerschen and James “Jim” Kerschen.

He leaves behind his children: Allen (Darla) of Cheney, Kansas; Greg (Colleen) of Cunningham, Kansas; Nancy (Greg) Burger of Fort Worth, Texas; Rebecca (Rob) Ayala-Flores of Kansas City, Missouri; and Kristie (James) Carney of Prairie Village, Kansas. Bob was blessed with 17 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren, whose lives are his proudest legacy.

The Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cunningham. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, also at Sacred Heart, followed by a luncheon at the Sacred Heart Church hall.

Memorials may be made with the Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the West Kingman County Education Foundation and both may be sent to Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman KS 67068.

03/05/2026

Michael Gene “Mike” Romme, 59, passed away on March 4, 2026, in Kingman, Kansas, surrounded by the family he loved so deeply. Born on November 8, 1966, in Junction City, Mike was the son of Donald Michael and Drusilla Brantley Romme.
Although life took him many places, Mike’s heart was firmly rooted in Kingman, where he built not only a successful career but a full, generous, and joy filled life. As Vice President of Vendor Relations for Stanion Wholesale Electric Company, he was respected for his integrity, steady leadership, and the way he treated colleagues like lifelong friends.
Mike lived a life anchored in faith and service. He was an active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, and he proudly served on the board of The South Central Community Foundation. He also dedicated time volunteering with the Kansas Special Olympics, where he brought encouragement, compassion, and positivity to every athlete he met. His college years with the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity gave him friendships and memories he cherished throughout his life.
Mike was also a passionate sports fan. He proudly cheered for his beloved Kansas State Wildcats, and he was an unwavering supporter of Kingman athletics. You could always find him on the front row of Kingman Eagle football, basketball and baseball games, cheering, encouraging the players, and supporting the community he loved so much. Mike had a special gift for guiding and inspiring young people. He loved coaching youth football and poured his heart into helping kids learn the game, gain confidence, and feel supported.
On April 24, 2004, Mike married the love of his life, Danielle Freund in Bel Aire, Kansas. Together they created a home filled with laughter, devotion, and unwavering support. His greatest joy came from being a father—he was immensely proud of his daughter, Nicole, and his son, Donald.
He is survived by his wife, Danielle; his daughter, Nicole; his son, Donald; his mother, Drusilla; his brother, Dan Housholder (Tonya); his sister, Dawn Spainhour; and his uncle, Wayne Brantley (Jen). He is preceded in death by his father, Donald Michael Romme.
Mike will be remembered most for his big heart, his firm handshake, and his ability to make people feel valued. Whether coaching on the field, volunteering, exploring a National Park, or cheering from the front row at a local game, Mike lived a life that lifted others.
A parish rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kingman. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, followed by burial at Walnut Hill Cemetery in Kingman, Kansas.
In honor of Mike’s devotion to family and faith, memorials may be made to the St. Patrick Church Building Fund or South Central Community Foundation in memory of Mike. Donations may be sent to Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman KS 67068.

03/02/2026

GUS GOETZ
Sylvester J. “Gus” Goetz, 83, died March 1, 2026 in Wichita.
He was born April 26, 1942, at Kingman the son of August W and Mary J. Ziegler Goetz. A longtime resident of the Willowdale and Kingman communities, he was a retired propane delivery driver for Phillips 66 and Langley Oil.
Gus was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Kingman, the Knights of Columbus, and was a U.S. Army veteran.
On Feb. 11, 1972, he married Myrtle M. “Myrt” Tackett at Lakin, Kansas; she died Sept. 14, 2024. Survivors include daughter Sarah Smith and her husband Chad; brother Cletus; sisters Dorothy Neal and Mildred Dare; and 4 grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a son Earl; a brother Nobert; and sisters Bertha Fischer, Lorraine Cline, Agnes Hiefner and Eleanor Miller.
Parish rosary will be 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman with the family receiving friends at 6:00 p.m. that evening. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2026 at the St. Peter Catholic Church, Willowdale. Burial will be in the St. Peter Catholic Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be made with the St. Peter Catholic Church and mail in care of Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman KS 67068.

02/24/2026

Michael Wesley “Mike” Dutton, 73, of Kingman, Kansas, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma after complications following a severe allergic reaction.
Mike was born on June 6, 1952, in Kingman County, Kansas, to Gene and Jane Dutton. A proud graduate of Kansas State University in Agricultural Technology Management, he liked to remind people that he earned that degree without a calculator—a point of pride that fit perfectly with his combination of intelligence and old‑school grit.
He spent his life working across eastern Colorado as what he jokingly (and accurately) called an “agricultural transportation engineer.” Whether it was farming, custom harvest runs from Oklahoma to Montana running Gleaner combines, or hauling in his Kenworth, Mike’s world revolved around the land and the people who worked it. His ingenuity—equal parts energy efficiency and pure redneck creativity—was legendary. If something needed fixing, improving, or redesigning, Mike could do it with baling twine, duct tape, determination, and a grin. His daughters recall multiple occasions where he could diagnose and fix anything broken just by listening to it over the phone.
To those who knew him well, Mike was also “Mighty Mike,” a man whose humor was as big as his stories. One of his favorite stories was a recount of riding out the Limon tornado as a member of the Riverdale’s walk-in Cooler Crew on his birthday in 1990. One of his most cherished trophies was a Christmas tree decorated with Diet Dr Pepper cans as ornaments—saved for years because Kelsey had been “a smart alec,” and he thought the whole thing was too good to toss. In fact, Mike considered a lot of things too good to toss; however, he always knew where his treasures were located. He loved Diet Dr Pepper almost as much as he loved telling of the time he traded a pig straight across for a minivan—an event he considered a perfectly reasonable transaction.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Jane Dutton. He was also preceded in death by his lifelong trucking buddies - Roy Marsh, Don Grokett and Delmar Cirbo.
He is survived by his children: Jennifer (Mitchel) Huttinga of Sheridan, MT; Sara Dutton of Limon, CO; and Kelsey (Mark) Meeks of Durant, OK; and by Penny Wilkins, his beloved friend and companion, and their dogs Suzie and Sally of Kingman, KS. He leaves behind his grandchildren—Mason (19), Karter (6), Kennedy (3) Meeks, and Bennett (1) Huttinga—as well as many beloved grand‑dogs. Mike is also survived by his brothers, Ed (Eudon) Dutton of Kingman, KS, and Steve (Mary) Dutton of Lenexa, KS, along with many nieces and nephews.
Though he answered to Mike, Mighty Mike, Dad, and Grandpa Mike he will be remembered above all for his quiet faith and the joy he found in spending time with the family and friends who meant so much to him. His presence, humor, and generosity will be deeply missed.
A memorial service will be held at Walks Camp Park - 63549 County Road 27, Limon, CO - on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 3:00 pm with Mike’s good friend Wayne Ewing officiating. Following the service, all are welcome to join the family at Southside, Mike’s favorite restaurant. Cheesesticks will be provided, and the full menu will be available. A Kingman, Kansas celebration of life and graveside service for Gene and Mike will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Walks Camp Park, where Mike served on the board of directors until his passing. Contributions may be sent to Walks Camp Park, C/O Teresa O’Dwyer, 59495 State Road 71, Limon, CO 80828.

02/24/2026

MAX D. DYE
Max D. Dye, 73, died Feb. 22, 2026.
He was born Sept. 25, 1952, at Kingman, Kansas the son of Don and Shirley Schindler Dye. A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, he was owner and President of the Don Dye Company.
Max was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
Survivors include his children, Max, Laura and Holly; his brother Tom; and 2 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Walnut Hill Cemetery, Kingman.

02/24/2026

DALE L. CHEATUM

Dale L. Cheatum, 61, died February 22, 2026, in Wichita.

He was born February 14, 1965, in Wichita, the son of Daniel and Anita (West) Cheatum. A longtime Kingman resident, Dale worked at Farrar Corporation in Norwich and was a talented bass player who performed with many local bands over the years.

Music was a lifelong passion for Dale. He loved rock and roll and was happiest with a guitar in his hands, sharing his talent with others. He brought energy and laughter wherever he went and was often the life of the party. Dale believed in living life to the fullest and made sure those around him were smiling.

Above all, he loved his children and family deeply and was proud of them. His memory will live on through the music he played and the many lives he touched.

Dale is survived by his son, Daniel; daughter, Deanna; mother, Anita; and sister, Paula. He was preceded in death by his son, Donny; and his father, Dan.

Services will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m until service time on Thursday.

Memorials may be made to the Dale Cheatum Memorial Fund and placed in care of Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman, KS 67068.

02/21/2026

Sean Crowley services

02/16/2026

Winton Lyle VanMeter

Winton Lyle (Van) VanMeter was born in Hutchinson, KS, on August 11, 1942. He was born shortly before his twin sister, Joyce Faye, to Arthur Jean and Lucille Peterson VanMeter. He was raised on a farm near Abbyville, KS, with his eight siblings. They were all animal lovers and raised a skunk "Flower" from a kit to a house pet and a chicken hawk, "Henry". He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping with his best friend Richard Kimble. Winton's family referred to him as "Lyle" as a child and he carried that name through school at Union 5 grade school and Nickerson High School. He graduated from high school in 1960 and immediately joined the army where he was nicknamed "Van". He proudly served his country in Okinawa and Viet Nam as a mechanic.
When he returned from the war he graduated from Hutch JUCO and then worked at the paper mill many years before being employed by the Hutchinson Correctional Facility as the Laundry Supervisor. He was a third generation employee as both his grandfather and father had worked there years before. He moved with his children to Sterling, KS, where he continued to work in Hutchinson and began driving the school bus for the Sterling school district for 28 years. In May 1982 he married Sue Graves Malone which brought two bonus sons to his family. In 2004 they moved to Hutchinson where Van drove the city bus for ARCAT and joined the Patriot Guard. After his wife retired they moved to Pratt, KS. He enjoyed his grandkids activities, writing many short stories having two published books, handing out Bible tracks, and attending Cunningham Christian Church.
Winton was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Donna Jean, Lloyd, Carol, Wayne, Joyce, and a set of stillborn twins. He is survived by his wife Sue, son Richard (Yvonne) VanMeter of Topeka, KS, daughter Christy (Dale) Donnelly, Hominy OK, daughter Stacey Horton, Pooler, GA, stepsons, Travis (Becky) Malone Virginia Beach, VA, Jeff (Arica) Malone, Pratt, KS, grandchildren, Taylor VanMeter, Brody VanMeter, Zach (Dusty) Hurd, Payton Hurd, Jacqueline (Nick) Bryant, Jake (Madison) Donnelly, Brady, Mirabelle and Cooper Malone, Noah and Dawson Malone; 10 great grandchildren: sister Mary Jinkaway; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, Feb. 20, 2026 at the Cunningham Christian Church. Burial will be in the Maud Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Cunningham Christian Church and may be mailed to Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman KS 67068.

02/15/2026

Sharon K. Watkins, 74, died at the Wheatlands Health Care Center, Kingman, Kansas, on the 14th day of February 2026. She was born on April 28, 1951 to Edwin L. and Wilma L. Tryon of Wellington, Kansas. She graduated from Wellington High School, and Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. She married Curtis E. Watkins on August 12, 1972. Upon graduation from college, she taught 3rd grade at the Dover, Kansas, Elementary School while her husband attended law school in Topeka. After moving to Kingman, she helped establish, and taught preschool at the United Methodist Church, where she was also very active in church activities. She was then hired as a tutor teacher, and later as a Title 1 teacher, at the Kingman Elementary School. She subsequently retired after teaching for 20 years. She touched the lives of many people, and students, with her infectious smile and gentle, kind, and caring spirit. She treated each student as if they were her own.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and is survived by her husband, two sons, Jeffrey and Andrew, and their families. Jeff and Beth, of Assaria, Kansas, have three sons: Evan, Joshua and Samuel; Andy and Jayme, of Derby, Kansas, have four children: Aubrianne, Blayke, Easton and Harrison. To say she loved her 7 grand kids would be a gross understatement. They could do no wrong.
Growing up, she was raised as a farmer’s daughter, and loved to tag along with Ed as he checked his crops and livestock. Sharon was an avid reader as she always had a book checked out and in hand. Her close friends meant a great deal to her and she treated them like the sisters and siblings she never had. Her love for her family was unwavering; there was never a time that she didn’t have a game board out, and brownies cooked and ready for their visits. One couldn’t ask for a more loving mother, wife and grandmother. She will be missed dearly.
Donations are requested for the Wheatlands Health Care Center, Kingman, Kansas, which provided so much loving care in the final chapter of her life. Services will be held at the Methodist Church in Kingman, Kansas, on the 18th day of February, 2026 at 10 a.m.

02/14/2026

SEAN P. CROWLEY
Sean P. Crowley, 64, died Feb. 14, 2026 in Pratt.
He was born Aug. 28, 1961 at Fairfax, Missouri the youngest of of nine children born to Norman and Elizabeth Wells Crowley. A longtime resident of the Cunningham community, he was a retired truck driver.
Sean was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cunningham.
On Sept. 21, 2008, he married Donna Robinson. Other survivors include son Luke (Emily); daughters Deidra (Jeremy) Seve, Tiffany (Jerimiah) Schnittker, Sherry (Nate) Henning, Christine (Steve) Carmichael; brother Steven Crowley; sisters Karen Coates and Anastasia Crowley; 17 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Michael, Timothy and Kevin; and sisters Judith Smith and Brigid Hickey.
Parish rosary will be 10:30 a.m., Feb. 21, 2026, followed by Mass of Christian Burial, both at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cunningham. Family burial will take place at a later date.
Memorials may be made with the Sean Crowley Memorial Fund and may be sent to Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman KS 67068.

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