John F. Barthelme
November 17, 2025
Resided in: Hesston, Kansas
John F. Barthelme, 42, died Monday, November 17, 2025, following a vehicle accident. Over the years, he enjoyed spending time with family, playing music, being outdoors, and making people laugh. He was always ready to lend a helping hand. John worked for PepsiCo as a service technician. Rosary will be at 10:00am, Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, both on Monday, November 24, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.
John is preceded in death by his father, Brian Barthelme and stepfather, Bob Lavelle. He is survived by his mother, Lucy Lavelle of Wichita, KS; wife, Elizabeth Barthelme of Hesston, KS; daughter, Danielle Barthelme; son, Paul Barthelme; brothers, Luke (Kelly) Barthelme, Matt (Erin) Barthelme; parents-in-law, Gerhard and Vonnie Fast; stepmother, Samantha Barthelme; stepsister, Kellie Lavelle; stepbrothers, Joe Lavelle, Pat Lavelle, Nick (Megan) Lavelle; brother-in-law, Aron (Annie) Fast; many nieces and nephews.
Memorials have been established with: Valley Hope Foundation, P. O. Box 59, Norton, Kansas 67654 and St. Joseph Catholic Church, 132 South Millwood, Wichita, Kansas 67213.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – West Chapel.
Services
Rosary: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:00 am
St. Joseph Catholic Church
132 S. Millwood
Wichita, KS 67213
316-261-5800
Funeral Mass: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:30 am
St. Joseph Catholic Church
132 S. Millwood
Wichita, KS 67213
316-261-5800
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132 S. Millwood Ave.
Wichita,
KS
67213
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So sorry to hear of John’s sudden passing…sending prayers of strength and love to the entire family during this difficult time.
Now you’re headed to the highest of all steel. Make it safe up there.
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RIP BROTHER
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find God’s loving arms wrapped around you, and His peace that only He can give. Love and prayers cousin from Tucson, Arizona. 💕🙏🤗