The west Wichita cemetery has almost 500 interments some dating back to the 1880’s.
Tag Archives: Sedgwick County Cemeteries
A Hoard Habit to Break: The Life and Legacy of Silas Bliss
Discover the fascinating story of “Father” Silas Bliss, a beloved member of his community in Wichita, Kansas.
Roll Cemetery – Peck
Discover the history behind Roll Cemetery, a small family graveyard nestled in the heart of Sedgwick County.
Saint Mary’s Cemetery – Garden Plain
Exploring Saint Mary’s Cemetery – where a man named Peter Rau holds the oldest grave.
Saint Anthony Cemetery – Garden Plain
The final resting place for almost a thousand individuals whose names have long been forgotten.
Mulkey Cemetery – Garden Plain
Uncovering the history of Mulkey Cemetery: A small plot of land that holds the remains of only 22 people with wooden grave markers and a history that dates to the late 1800s.
Calvary Methodist Cemetery – Garden Plain
A stop at Calvary Methodist Cemetery reveals the story of Alma Janney, whose short life is immortalized in the oldest grave on the grounds.
Fritz Snitzler’s Saloon
Fritz Snitzler’s Saloon, was the most popular bar in 1872 Wichita. It offered drinks, gambling, and prostitution. But Fritz’s was best known for its larger than life owner.
Kechi Township Cemetery
Taking a look at the Kechi Township Cemetery with graves dating back to the 1860’s.
Prairie Home Scattering Garden – Derby
The first cremation only cemetery in the area.
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