Cheney Witt Funeral Chapel

Cheney Witt Funeral Chapel Family owned funeral service since 1863.

There’s no right or wrong choice—only what feels right for you and your family.What matters is understanding your option...
01/31/2026

There’s no right or wrong choice—only what feels right for you and your family.
What matters is understanding your options without pressure.

💬 Have these options ever been clearly explained to you?

George Thomas “Tom” Hueston, age 76, resident of Mapleton, KS passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at his home. Rev. Ch...
01/30/2026

George Thomas “Tom” Hueston, age 76, resident of Mapleton, KS passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at his home.

Rev. Chuck Russell will conduct funeral services at 10:00 AM Wednesday, February 4th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the Mapleton Cemetery. The family will rece...

Uncertainty is normal during loss.Our role is to listen first, explain clearly, and guide you one step at a time.💬 What ...
01/30/2026

Uncertainty is normal during loss.
Our role is to listen first, explain clearly, and guide you one step at a time.

💬 What would bring you peace of mind right now?

Grief is love with nowhere to go.If you’re carrying grief today, you’re not alone.Love doesn’t disappear—it finds new wa...
01/28/2026

Grief is love with nowhere to go.
If you’re carrying grief today, you’re not alone.
Love doesn’t disappear—it finds new ways to be remembered.

💬 Thinking of someone you miss today?

There is no time limit on grieving.Well-meaning family and friends may believe it's time for you to "feel better." Be ki...
01/28/2026

There is no time limit on grieving.

Well-meaning family and friends may believe it's time for you to "feel better." Be kind to yourself; honor your feelings, first. Grieving is a process you must go through. Trust your own intuition. That's all you need to do today.

Robert Dean Griffiths, age 72, a resident of rural Bronaugh, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Free...
01/27/2026

Robert Dean Griffiths, age 72, a resident of rural Bronaugh, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Freeman West Health Center in Joplin, Missouri following a brief illness. He was born September 11, 1953, the son of Harold Griffiths and Betty Wunderly Griffiths. Bob grew up on the f...

Janie Alberta Locke, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 21 2026 in Fort Scott Kansas surrounded by love and...
01/26/2026

Janie Alberta Locke, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 21 2026 in Fort Scott Kansas surrounded by love and held closely by her son. Born on April 21 1945 in Tulsa Oklahoma to parents Tommie Blaine Meeker Sr. and Elsie Meeker. Janie is survived by her son Steven. Her dear brother Tommie...

Pre-planning isn’t complicated—and it’s never set in stone.It’s about understanding your options and making choices that...
01/26/2026

Pre-planning isn’t complicated—and it’s never set in stone.
It’s about understanding your options and making choices that feel right for you.

💬 What questions would you want answered first?

Courage is simply never giving up
01/25/2026

Courage is simply never giving up

Every family is different. Burial and cremation both offer meaningful ways to honor a life. Our role is to explain your ...
01/24/2026

Every family is different. Burial and cremation both offer meaningful ways to honor a life. Our role is to explain your options clearly—so you can choose what feels right.

💬 Have you ever had someone walk you through these options?

"Grief is NOT a disorder, a disease or sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical and spiritual necessity. The price...
01/23/2026

"Grief is NOT a disorder, a disease or sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical and spiritual necessity. The price you pay for love. The only cure for grief is to grieve." - Earl Grollman.

Pre-planning gives you time and clarity—without pressure.It helps ensure your wishes are understood and your family isn’...
01/23/2026

Pre-planning gives you time and clarity—without pressure.
It helps ensure your wishes are understood and your family isn’t left guessing later.

💬 Would having these decisions settled bring peace of mind?

Address

201 S Main Street
Fort Scott, KS
66701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16202231186

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