Donald Dean Hartman

Donald Dean Hartman obituary, Derby, KS

Donald Dean Hartman

Donald Hartman Obituary

Visit the Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel website to view the full obituary.

Donald D. Hartman, 59, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025. He was born January 28, 1966 to Gary Hartman and Lenore Brevik in Wichita, Kansas.

Don was caring and had a sly sense of humor. He loved spending time with his family and being at his daughter's sporting events. He was a sports fanatic who had a competitive spirit. In his early years, you could find him at the softball fields or lifting weights in his free time. He was very loyal to his family and sports teams, being a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma Sooners. He was disciplined with his routines and always strived for perfection in all aspects of his life. He took pride in his work, always looking for ways to improve his home and working in his yard. He gave many years of service to AT&T where he retired.

Preceded in death by his father, Gary. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Becky Hartman; children, Nicole Gilmore, Christian Gilmore, Katie (Trevor) Gordon; granddaughter, Charlotte Gordon; mother, Lenore Brevik; sister, Debra (Ed) Boehle. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews; cousins; and his beloved dog, Max.

Honorary Casket Bearers: Christian Gilmore, Trevor Gordon, Ed Boehle, Justin Johnson, Stephen Johnson, Trenton Whitney

Celebration of life is 11:00 am Friday, October 17, 2025 at Southlife Church, 1011 W 55th St S., Wichita, KS 67217.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Don's honor may be made to: South Central Regional Mental Health Hospital, c/o Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, 503 S. Kansas, Topeka, KS 66603.

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Matthew 11:28-30

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Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel

1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037

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