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Jana Wickham Obituary

Wickham, Jana Carol, 62, loving wife, mom, grandma and friend, died Friday, February 12, 2010. Jana was the secretary/treasurer for Greenwood Cemetery for many years. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Sunday, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 2 p.m. Monday, February 15, 2010, Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple, Wichita. Jana is preceded in death by her father, Gerald Jarry; sister, Patty Jarry; granddaughter, Mandy Ferris. Survivors: husband, Howard; son, Shane (Angela) Wickham, Wichita; daughters, Chris (Scott) Ferris, Haysville, Sheri (Mark) Whisler-Powell, Derby; mother, Violet Jarry, Haysville; brother, Robert Jarry, Arlington, TX; sisters, Jeannie Sullens and Connie Ball, both of Wichita; grandchildren, Brittinia and Travis Ferris, Katie and Norman Whisler, Cody, Ciara, Savanna and Cole Wickham. Memorial donations to Missions Projects of Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple, Wichita. View tributes at smithfamilymortuaries.com. Smith Mortuary, Derby in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Feb. 14, 2010.

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Sheri Whisler

October 27, 2025

I still miss her so much. Not a day goes by I don´t think about you. Love your mom

Cody Wickham

September 2, 2010

Grandma, I love and miss you so dearly, I hear you name and think off all the great time we had and how much you loved us all, grandma, I don't know what to do with out you. I never got that life story talk like I wanted to hear from you. Grandma I wish you were here. When I think of you i, think that I am protected by the greatest think above. And I know now that when I get hurt you are always gonna be there to heal me. Grandma. I love you soo much, love Cody Howard Wickham

May 22, 2010

To the family of Jana. I used to live in Haysville many years ago, and worked with Vi for a time at Boeing. Remembering Patty as a child, and what courage she had. My kids used to play with Connie and Patty. Karen and David Tom. So sorry to hear of Jana's passing.

Sheri Whisler

March 22, 2010

WOW mom how each day is still so hard. We all miss you so much. I love you and miss you dearly!! love your baby girl Sheri

Ann McIntire

February 26, 2010

I was so sad to hear about Jana passing she has and will hold a place in my heart. God be with her family and friends.

Sheri Wickham-Whisler

February 22, 2010

I'm sitting here in my room, looking at your picture.
Wondering why you could'nt be a part of my future.
Uncontrolable tears stream down my face, while my heart begins to race.
Asking god why he took you from my life. I miss You MOM ...LOVE YA AND DADDY misses you too and loves you bunches also!

Sheri Wickham-Whisler

February 20, 2010

To my mother;


Somewhere in my heart,

Beneath all of this pain,

Is a smile I still wear...

At the sound of your name.



The precious word is "MOTHER"

She was my world, you see,

But now my heart is breaking,

She's no longer here with me.



God chose her for His angel

To watch me from above,

To guide me and advise me

And know that I'm still loved.



The day she had to leave me,

Her life on earth was through,

But God had better plans for her

For this, I surely knew



When I think of her kind heart

And all those loving years,

Because we're only human,

They're bound to bring us tears.



She truly was my best friend,

Someone I could confide in,

She always had a tender touch,

A soft and gentle grin.



I want to thank you Mother

For teaching me so well,

Even though the time has come,

That I must bid you farewell.



I'll remember all you've taught me

To put God above all others...

For I had no better teacher,

Than you ..... My Dear Mother.



Even though you've left this earth

And had to take your flight,

I know that you are here with me,

Each morning, noon and night.

I miss you so much mommy and need you so bad. Why is life so unfair?? All I do is cry, you helped me threw everything. Now who do I call for when I need that mommy advice...I love mom....your baby girl Sheri

Jimmie Huffman

February 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Anita (Barnette) Fowler

February 20, 2010

Howard and Family, words alone cannot express the sorrow in my heart for the passing of Jana. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
With deepest sympathy

Jeff Vap

February 17, 2010

I was shocked to hear about Jana's passing, Howard. You have my prayers and deepest sympathies. She was a great lady.

Melinda Wrern

February 16, 2010

Chris, Sherri & family: I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I know you will deeply miss her. Know that I'm praying for God's peace to fill each of you, knowing that your Mom is at home with our Lord.

February 15, 2010

Your Loss has been that of a Great One & My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you during your difficult time, your sorrow is felt this distances, For Jana will be missed and never forgotten. " God Bless "
Pamela Jackson-Lambert
( Lakeland,Florida )

Pat Yorgensen

February 15, 2010

Your mom will be missed! She was always there for her kids and grandkids, helping in so many ways. Jana and Chris helped at our wedding and she opened her home to so many receptions and fun activities for family and friends. Her work at Greenwood cemetery was awesome and she cared for so many families. I know you all have good memories-savor them. God be with you all!

Laquita Wilken

February 15, 2010

Chris and family,

Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed by many.

Alec Wisley

February 15, 2010

jana was a wonderful person and if anyone had the chance to be around her they would know this just as well as i do, its amazing how things can change so quickly. Jana will be missed, and no one could ever replace the great heart she had as a person.

Tami Meek

February 14, 2010

Chris, Sheri and Family, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please know that I am thinking of you and yours during this difficult time.

February 14, 2010

SCOTT AND KRIS . YOUR MOM WAS THE NICE'S PERSON ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW. IT'S HARD TO LOOSE SOMEONE YOU LOVE SO MUCH AND THEN THEIR GONE IN A BLINK. NOW ALL YOU HAVE IS GOOD MEMORIES.YOU KNOW SHE DID LOVE YOU ALL VERY MUCH. LIFE IS SHORT. LOVE YOU BOTH AND KIDS. FRED AND RENEE THOMPSON.

Sonja Ward

February 14, 2010

Jana was a wonderful woman. We met when first in the real estate business.Words can not express such loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Connie George

February 14, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family!

De Barker

February 14, 2010

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Debbie Shelburn "Pugh"

February 14, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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