Barbara Sue Hutchings, 76, of Richmond, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024, at North Kansas City Hospital.

Barbara was born on May 5, 1947, in St. Joseph, the daughter of James Thomas "Bud" and Joy LaVerne (Olson) Dorton.  She was united in marriage to Kenneth A. "Kenny" Hutchings of Orrick on February 21, 1970; he preceded her in death on November 22, 2011.

Survivors include: daughter, Katie Hutchings of Richmond; grandson, Kenneth James "K.J." Desselle; sister, Phyllis Jeffries of Orrick; and sister-in-law, Cathy Dorton of Cordova, TN.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, James "Stanley" Dorton, and brother-in-law, Bill Jeffries.

Barbara was reared and educated in Orrick and graduated from Orrick High School.  She was a wonderful boss and enjoyed getting things done.  Barbara was an amazing mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.  She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Richmond United Christian Presbyterian Church.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with memorial services will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M., with services to follow at 2:00 P.M.  Inurnment will be held at a later date.  Please remember to share your memories of Barbara with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.