Norton resident, Anna Rachel Husted, passed away on October 16, 2026, at the Norton County Hospital in Norton, Kansas, at the age of 86. She was born September 30, 1940, in Tasco, Kansas, to her parents Kenneth Arthur and Elsie (Schildknecht) Woods.

She was preceded in death by her husband Gordon Dean Husted, parents; and sister-in-law Marian.

Survivors include her children: Cynthia Wright of Almena, Robert (Sandy) of Norton, Randall (Brenda) of Almena & Charles (Kari) of Mesa, Arizona; her siblings, Jim, Elaine, Linda, and Lois, all of Oregon, several grandchildren, great grandchildren & great great grandchildren.

The family would like to thank the Norton County Hospital, Dr. Jeff Mckinley and staff for the amazing care Anna received.

Cremation was chosen. A private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Anna Husted Memorial Fund in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661.