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Neil Sikes Obituary
February 1, 2026
Wichita, Kansas - Neil Hamilton Sikes, Jr., 69, died peacefully surrounded by loving family on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Neil was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He was a 1974 Wichita Heights graduate and a retired Medical Sonographer, as well as a proud Army Veteran and a citizen of Cherokee Nation.
Preceded in death by his father, Neil Sikes; grandparents, Joseph and Pauline Sikes, James A. and Laura Scott.
Survived by his wife, Debbie (Olliff) Sikes; mother, Patricia "Pat" Sikes; son, Devin (Sheebani) Sikes of Houston, TX; stepdaughter, Kelsey (Taylor) McCann of Wichita; stepson, Max (Leslie Johns) McCann of New Orleans, LA; grandchildren, Bodhi Sikes and Silas Sikes of Houston, TX; sisters, Melody Sikes of Wichita, Cynthia Yorkin of Los Angeles, CA, Marla Sue (Scott) Propeck of Tucson, AZ; brother, Tad Sikes of Madisonville, LA.
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Steve Sleeper
February 11, 2026
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my oldest and best friend. My condolences and well wishes to his family.
Don & Linda Beauchamp
February 9, 2026
Pat, we are so sorry, you and the family have our deepest condolences and prayers.
Gloria
February 9, 2026
I worked.with him. One smart guy and made me laugh
Too young to leave this Earth. To.the family, sorry for your loss.
Marine Corps brother
February 8, 2026
Rest in peace Soldier.
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Dennis and Teresa Ulrich
February 8, 2026
We are sorry about your loss. Neil was a great guy. May the memories that linger be those of joy and laughter.
Harry Simpson
February 8, 2026
Rest Neil, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Army.
Mary Abbott
February 6, 2026
Debbie, we are so sorry to hear of Neil`s passing. We keep you in our thoughts during this very difficult time. Mary Abbott and Chuck Mills.
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