2023 Board of Directors
Donna Homan DeMint, Founder
1958 - 2015
Rusty Zimmerman, President
Pam Olney, Treasurer
Joe Wood, Secretary
Megan Beeson, Marketing & Volunteer Coordinator
Rick Meyer, Honorary
Scott Gill
Justin Burden
Joseph Shelley
Steven Carrillo
Dovie McCaslin
1958 - 2015
Rusty Zimmerman, President
Pam Olney, Treasurer
Joe Wood, Secretary
Megan Beeson, Marketing & Volunteer Coordinator
Rick Meyer, Honorary
Scott Gill
Justin Burden
Joseph Shelley
Steven Carrillo
Dovie McCaslin
Donna L. (Homan) DeMint
January 27, 1958 - June 10, 2015
Donna L. (Homan) DeMint, 57, of Winfield, Kansas, passed away Wednesday evening, June 10, 2015 at William Newton Hospital in Winfield. Born January 27, 1958 in Wellington, Kansas, she was the daughter of Donald L. and Connie (Glantz) Wacker. She was raised and received her education in Argonia, graduating from Argonia High School in 1976. She then attended Southwestern College and received a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Business. While going to college she worked at Winfield Floral. She married Paul Homan in September of 1981 at the Argonia United Methodist Church. The couple made their home in Winfield and Donna went to work for First Community Federal Savings and Loans. To this union two children were born. The couple later divorced. In November of 1983 she purchased Davis Floral in Winfield and started Donna’s Designs. She enjoyed over 31 years in the floral and gift business until retiring in March of 2015. In 1993 she began Isle of Lights at Island Park in Winfield. She continued as President of Isle of Lights for over 21 years. Donna was united in marriage to Todd DeMint on July 27, 2013 in Winfield, Kansas. The couple made their home in Winfield. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Winfield and a past member of Walnut Valley Quilt Guild and PEO F.D. Chapter Sorority. She was very active in the Winfield Chamber of Commerce and various other groups, receiving many civic and floral industry awards and recognitions. She enjoyed quilting and sewing with friends, baking, attending Christian music concerts, leading and attending Bible studies, and spending time with family and friends. Donna always found time to care for other people and encourage those with illness, especially cancer. She was involved with breast cancer awareness through Relay for Life and the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, as well as many other activities. Her family includes: Her husband: Todd DeMint of Winfield; Her mother: Connie Wacker of Winfield; Her daughters: Allison Homan of Winfield; Cassie Homan of Winfield; Melissa Asper and husband, Steven of Manhattan; Her son: Scott DeMint of Manhattan; and Her grandchildren: Kenyon Potts; Teagan Asper and Madelyn Asper. Donna was preceded in death by her father, Donald L. Wacker. Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at First United Methodist Church in Winfield. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery in Winfield. Memorials have been established in Donna’s name for First United Methodist Church, Southwestern College and Winfield Isle of Lights. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
January 27, 1958 - June 10, 2015
Donna L. (Homan) DeMint, 57, of Winfield, Kansas, passed away Wednesday evening, June 10, 2015 at William Newton Hospital in Winfield. Born January 27, 1958 in Wellington, Kansas, she was the daughter of Donald L. and Connie (Glantz) Wacker. She was raised and received her education in Argonia, graduating from Argonia High School in 1976. She then attended Southwestern College and received a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Business. While going to college she worked at Winfield Floral. She married Paul Homan in September of 1981 at the Argonia United Methodist Church. The couple made their home in Winfield and Donna went to work for First Community Federal Savings and Loans. To this union two children were born. The couple later divorced. In November of 1983 she purchased Davis Floral in Winfield and started Donna’s Designs. She enjoyed over 31 years in the floral and gift business until retiring in March of 2015. In 1993 she began Isle of Lights at Island Park in Winfield. She continued as President of Isle of Lights for over 21 years. Donna was united in marriage to Todd DeMint on July 27, 2013 in Winfield, Kansas. The couple made their home in Winfield. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Winfield and a past member of Walnut Valley Quilt Guild and PEO F.D. Chapter Sorority. She was very active in the Winfield Chamber of Commerce and various other groups, receiving many civic and floral industry awards and recognitions. She enjoyed quilting and sewing with friends, baking, attending Christian music concerts, leading and attending Bible studies, and spending time with family and friends. Donna always found time to care for other people and encourage those with illness, especially cancer. She was involved with breast cancer awareness through Relay for Life and the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, as well as many other activities. Her family includes: Her husband: Todd DeMint of Winfield; Her mother: Connie Wacker of Winfield; Her daughters: Allison Homan of Winfield; Cassie Homan of Winfield; Melissa Asper and husband, Steven of Manhattan; Her son: Scott DeMint of Manhattan; and Her grandchildren: Kenyon Potts; Teagan Asper and Madelyn Asper. Donna was preceded in death by her father, Donald L. Wacker. Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at First United Methodist Church in Winfield. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery in Winfield. Memorials have been established in Donna’s name for First United Methodist Church, Southwestern College and Winfield Isle of Lights. Contributions may be made through the funeral home.
Michael Wacker
July 12, 1967 - July 08, 2019
Michael Wacker, 51, of Easy Street in Winfield, Kansas, passed away July 8, 2019 at William Newton Hospital.
Born July 12, 1967 in Winfield, he was the son of Paul Henry and Mary Anna (McElroy) Wacker. He was raised and received his education in Winfield, graduating from Winfield High School in 1986. He then attended Cowley County Community College in Arkansas City. Following school, Michael went to work as a Graphic Designer at Gary Smith Engineering in Arkansas City.
Michael married Tammy Edwards on July 22, 1989 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Winfield. The couple made their home in Winfield. To this union, a daughter was born. The couple later divorced.
Michael continued his career as a Graphic Designer at Webster Engineering, where he received his certification in Information Technology. He continued with Webster in the IT Department until 2006 when he took the same position for CornerBank. He was currently working in the IT Department for RCB Bank in Winfield.
Michael was very active in the Winfield community and served as a volunteer with the Isle of Lights and Habitat for Humanity. Michael was the best of guys and was always there with a helping hand or a kind word. In addition to his love of bacon, Michael enjoyed a life full of sarcasm and had a knack for being inappropriate at the most appropriate times.
His family includes his daughter Nicole Ferguson and husband, Jesse of Arkansas City; his step-son Donnie Miller of Grenola; his best friend Jennifer Passiglia of Winfield; the love of his life Christine Salomon of Winfield; his mother Mary Wacker of Winfield; his siblings, Becky Waldorf and husband, Rick of Winfield; Paula Kane and husband, Stephen of Kansas City, MO; Carol Stucki and husband, Robert of Clarksville, TN; John Wacker and wife, Jennifer of Rose Hill; his grandchildren, Ethan and Chloe Ferguson of Arkansas City; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Paul Wacker.
July 12, 1967 - July 08, 2019
Michael Wacker, 51, of Easy Street in Winfield, Kansas, passed away July 8, 2019 at William Newton Hospital.
Born July 12, 1967 in Winfield, he was the son of Paul Henry and Mary Anna (McElroy) Wacker. He was raised and received his education in Winfield, graduating from Winfield High School in 1986. He then attended Cowley County Community College in Arkansas City. Following school, Michael went to work as a Graphic Designer at Gary Smith Engineering in Arkansas City.
Michael married Tammy Edwards on July 22, 1989 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Winfield. The couple made their home in Winfield. To this union, a daughter was born. The couple later divorced.
Michael continued his career as a Graphic Designer at Webster Engineering, where he received his certification in Information Technology. He continued with Webster in the IT Department until 2006 when he took the same position for CornerBank. He was currently working in the IT Department for RCB Bank in Winfield.
Michael was very active in the Winfield community and served as a volunteer with the Isle of Lights and Habitat for Humanity. Michael was the best of guys and was always there with a helping hand or a kind word. In addition to his love of bacon, Michael enjoyed a life full of sarcasm and had a knack for being inappropriate at the most appropriate times.
His family includes his daughter Nicole Ferguson and husband, Jesse of Arkansas City; his step-son Donnie Miller of Grenola; his best friend Jennifer Passiglia of Winfield; the love of his life Christine Salomon of Winfield; his mother Mary Wacker of Winfield; his siblings, Becky Waldorf and husband, Rick of Winfield; Paula Kane and husband, Stephen of Kansas City, MO; Carol Stucki and husband, Robert of Clarksville, TN; John Wacker and wife, Jennifer of Rose Hill; his grandchildren, Ethan and Chloe Ferguson of Arkansas City; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Paul Wacker.
Rick Meyer
April 20, 1952 - September 30, 2023
Richard Alan Meyer was born April 20, 1952 in Austin, Minn., to parents Clarence A. and Dorothy (Clayton) Meyer. He attended high school in Austin and attended Austin Vo-Tech School before joining the Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ. Rick first came to Winfield in 1979 with the Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ after their headquarters was destroyed by a tornado in Wichita Falls, Texas. He soon became part of St. Johns College, working in the printing department and business area. When the college closed in 1986, Rick oversaw the buildings and grounds until the college was sold to the City of Winfield. At that time, he became an employee of the City of Winfield, where he worked until his passing.
From that point on the legacy of “Mr. Winfield” grew as he became a part of all the city happenings and events taking place for just about all the organizations of Winfield. He was involved in the Walnut Valley Festival, the Cowley County Fair Board, the Winfield Isle of Lights Board from its beginning, Kansa Days, the K&O Steam and Gas Engine Show, Winfield Arts and Humanities, the William Newton Hospital Auxiliary, the Special Olympics, Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the American Legion, Kiwanis Club, and many other events and groups. If Rick wasn’t attending or helping set up a Winfield event, he was probably at Bleus Café or Trinity Lutheran Church. He was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served as the church treasurer for nearly 25 years. He was well known for his cooking ability at every church potluck and funeral dinner.
Rick’s faith was an important part of his life. He humbly served his Lord and Savior wherever he went. It was his faith that brought him to Winfield and inspired him to care for and love his community in the way that he did. Rick will be greatly missed by his family, his church and his community. His legacy will live on forever.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Richard and Henrietta Clayton, and Emma (Meyer) Einspahr and Henry Meyer.
Survivors include his sister, Cheryl Ann Ree (Dennis); nephews, Jason Ree (Michele) and Jesse Ree (Emily); niece Alicia Ree, great-nieces and great-nephews, Madison, Peyton and Ashton; and great-great-nephew, Hudson.
April 20, 1952 - September 30, 2023
Richard Alan Meyer was born April 20, 1952 in Austin, Minn., to parents Clarence A. and Dorothy (Clayton) Meyer. He attended high school in Austin and attended Austin Vo-Tech School before joining the Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ. Rick first came to Winfield in 1979 with the Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ after their headquarters was destroyed by a tornado in Wichita Falls, Texas. He soon became part of St. Johns College, working in the printing department and business area. When the college closed in 1986, Rick oversaw the buildings and grounds until the college was sold to the City of Winfield. At that time, he became an employee of the City of Winfield, where he worked until his passing.
From that point on the legacy of “Mr. Winfield” grew as he became a part of all the city happenings and events taking place for just about all the organizations of Winfield. He was involved in the Walnut Valley Festival, the Cowley County Fair Board, the Winfield Isle of Lights Board from its beginning, Kansa Days, the K&O Steam and Gas Engine Show, Winfield Arts and Humanities, the William Newton Hospital Auxiliary, the Special Olympics, Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the American Legion, Kiwanis Club, and many other events and groups. If Rick wasn’t attending or helping set up a Winfield event, he was probably at Bleus Café or Trinity Lutheran Church. He was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served as the church treasurer for nearly 25 years. He was well known for his cooking ability at every church potluck and funeral dinner.
Rick’s faith was an important part of his life. He humbly served his Lord and Savior wherever he went. It was his faith that brought him to Winfield and inspired him to care for and love his community in the way that he did. Rick will be greatly missed by his family, his church and his community. His legacy will live on forever.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Richard and Henrietta Clayton, and Emma (Meyer) Einspahr and Henry Meyer.
Survivors include his sister, Cheryl Ann Ree (Dennis); nephews, Jason Ree (Michele) and Jesse Ree (Emily); niece Alicia Ree, great-nieces and great-nephews, Madison, Peyton and Ashton; and great-great-nephew, Hudson.
