Deanna June Sommerfeld
Deanna June Sommerfeld, 55, of Brookville, KS, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025. She was born in Tescott, KS, on December 16, 1969, to Glen Minneman Jr. and Marcia Minneman (Robbins).
June was an incredibly kind, generous, and fiercely loyal wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She would never hesitate to give her last dollar so that someone in need wouldn’t go without. She was a survivor. Through peaks and valleys, darkness, and light, she always has a bright smile and loving words. If the world felt cold, you’d never have to ask her for a warm hug and boisterous laugh.
In a meeting of fate, Mark and June found themselves on opposite sides of the cash register after 40 years of separation. Within months, their souls had become inseparable, and they built something together that would follow them into the next life. Her life was a constant celebration. She was quick to give advice and guide you in the right direction. She could learn anyone how to fish, and the next adventure was just around the corner. She was our comfort, and she will never be forgotten.
She is preceded in death by her parents Glen and Marcia Minneman, and her brother Christopher Minneman.
She is survived by her Husband, Mark Sommerfeld; sons, Quinten (Melina) Bjornstad and David (Andrea) Mayer; grandchildren, Liam, Aiyani, Kilo, Ava, Anthony, Andrew, and Abbi; sister, Ginger Eubank; niece, Traci Steininger; and Tiera Sten and Olivia Husted.
A Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
A Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 137 N 8th St., Salina, KS
Burial will take place at a later date.
Memorials can be made to the family.
The family invites everyone attending to wear purple in honor of June.
Sandther Phanthakeo
Sandther Phanthakeo, 30, Arkansas City, KS. died August 9, 2025. She was born October 26, 1994 in Fresno, California. She is the daughter of Bouavone and Pheng (Rordsalee) Phanthakeo.
She is survived by her husband, Troy Mueller her parents; father, Bouavone Phanthakeo, and mother, Pheng Rordsalee, her siblings, from oldest to youngest: brother, Deth Rordsalee, sister, Heather Rordsalee, brother, Victor Phanthakeo, brother, Saengphet Soulivong, and, brother, Xaya Soulivong. Her neices and nephews are Angellina, Elyve, Alex, Seth, Lynnex, and Leona.
And Sandther’s beloved dogs: Audi, Koda, Misty, and Cookie.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 137 N. 8th St.
Wanda Ruth Markley
Wanda Ruth Markley, age 88, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025.
Born on October 18, 1936, in Wells, Kansas, Wanda was the daughter of Leonard Kuhlmann and Agnes Reh. Her early life was rooted in the values of family, faith, and community—principles that guided her throughout her years.
Wanda transferred to Bennington High School during her teenage years, where fate intervened at a school ball game. With a little encouragement from her cousin, Tomas Markley offered her a ride home to Wells—and from that moment on, their story began. After nearly four years of courtship, Wanda and Tom were married on June 6, 1954, at the Methodist Church in Wells, Kansas. That cherished church now stands preserved at the Central Kansas Flywheels Yesteryear Museum, a testament to the enduring legacy of the past.
In 1991, Wanda and Tom built their dream home, where they enjoyed many years of comfort and companionship. Upon partial retirement in 2000, they embraced their love of travel, spending four months each year on the road. Together, they explored all 50 states, several Canadian provinces—many more than once—and even ventured overseas to England. Though their wanderlust never waned, they eventually settled into a quieter rhythm of life, moving to Presbyterian Manor in Salina in September 2021.
Wanda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas “Tom” Markley; her parents; and her sister, Norlene Razak. She is survived by her son, Chuck Markley (Kelley), of Prescott Valley, Arizona.
In keeping with Wanda’s wishes, cremation has been chosen and no formal services are planned.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, honoring Wanda’s spirit of generosity and service.
Joshua “Josh” Brandon Davis
Joshua “Josh” Brandon Davis, age 41, of Salina, Kansas, passed from this life on Saturday, August 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, resilience, and quiet devotion.
He was born beneath the wide skies of Colby, Kansas, on October 10, 1983. Josh was the chosen child of Keli (Todd) and Bruce Burfield.
On November 15, 2014, in the gentle heart of Wells, Kansas, Josh married Angela. Their union was a sanctuary of love, laughter, and shared dreams. Together, they raised a family that became the center of his world.
Josh is lovingly remembered by his wife, Angela; his chosen daughter, Mariah Riddick; and his chosen son, Marvin Riddick Jr., all of Salina; his sisters, Heather Colonnese, Shannon Colonnese; and his aunt, Sister Carol Davis. He was a proud grandfather to Izzabella, Lilly, Hunter, and Willow—each a bright light in his life, each a chapter in the story he helped write.
He is preceded in death by his biological mother, Peggy Davis and his grandparents, Gary and Toni Davis.
To those who knew him, Josh was a steady presence—a man of quiet kindness, deep loyalty, and a heart that beat for his family. His absence leaves a silence that echoes with love.
Cremation was chosen, as per his wishes.
Two memorial services will be held to celebrate Josh’s life and spirit:
- Saturday, August 23 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas
- Sunday, August 24 at 1:00 PM at Sunset Spiritualist Church, Wells, Kansas
Donations may be made to Angela Davis to support the education of Josh’s grandchildren—his living legacy.
Barbara “Barb” Ann Wilson
Barbara “Barb” Ann Wilson, 92, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, enduring love, and deep family roots.
Born on a winter morning, January 5, 1933, in Salina, Barb was the daughter of Ethel Mae (Nelson) and Henry W. Greiner. She grew up in the heart of Kansas, where the values of hard work, kindness, and resilience were woven into her character from an early age.
On October 27, 1953, Barb married Donald Wilson in Newkirk, Oklahoma. Together, they built a life filled with devotion and purpose—a partnership that weathered seasons and celebrated joys. Their home in Salina became a gathering place for family, laughter, and the kind of love that quietly shapes generations.
Barb was a mother first and always. She poured her heart into raising her three children: Debra Boyer (Brian), Marta Nelson, and Brad Wilson (Angie), all of Salina. Her love extended to her grandchildren, Jon Nelson and Anna Nelson, and to her two great-grandchildren, whose presence brought light to her later years.
She carried the memory of those she lost with grace—her parents, her beloved husband Donald, and her grandson Travis Fisher—holding them close in spirit even as life moved forward.
Barb’s life was marked not by grand gestures, but by the steady presence she offered to those around her. She was the kind of person whose warmth lingered in a room, whose quiet encouragement could lift a heavy heart, and whose legacy will live on in the stories told around family tables.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has been chosen and no formal services are planned.
