Delores Joann Wilhite

July 4, 1936 – October 16, 2026

Delores J. Wilhite, 90, passed away on October 16, 2026. Delores was born on July 4, 1936, in Oxford, Kansas, to Floyd and Leona (Dill) Sidener. She attended Raymond High School, graduating in 1954. She continued her education at Salt City Business College, where she earned her certificate.

On March 30, 1958, Delores married the love of her life, Gary Wilhite, in Hutchinson, Kansas. Together, they built a life centered around family, love, and dedication. They shared 52 years of marriage before Gary’s passing on September 10, 2010.

Delores enjoyed a successful career as a bookkeeper and banker, dedicating more than 30 years to her profession before retiring. Throughout her career, she demonstrated a strong work ethic, commitment, and attention to detail.

Delores is survived by her children, Ron Wilhite, Scott (Brenda) Wilhite, Sondra (Jim) Kitch, and Jeff (Renee) Wilhite; two sisters, Barbara Neufeld and Sharon (Bob) Edwards; and her grandchildren, Nicole Wilhite, Ryan Wilhite, Ryan Oster, Dustin Griffis, Emma Jones, Shala Kitch, Rebekah Kitch, Nicholas Norton, Breanna Wise, Zachary Norton, and Chance Wilhite. She is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren, who will carry on her memory for generations to come.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gary Wilhite; her parents, Floyd and Leona Sidener; and three brothers, Charles Sidener, Donald Sidener, and Delbert Sidener.

Delores will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her years of hard work, and the legacy of love she leaves behind. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Avenue, Hutchinson, Kansas, on October 22nd, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel.