Kolten Wayne Huss

Kolten Wayne Huss of Highland, Kansas passed away Thursday September 24th, 2026, at his home at the age of 25. He was born on February 3, 2001, to Scott Huss and Melody Fields in St. Joseph, Missouri. He grew up in Highland, Kansas where he graduated from Doniphan West High School. Following high school, Kolten held various jobs in the restaurant and retail industries where his outgoing personality, sense of humor, and ability to talk to anyone served him well.

Kolten was truly one of a kind. He was always unapologetically and uniquely himself. He was funny, kindhearted, generous, compassionate, outgoing, and loved the people in his life deeply. He had an unforgettable sense of humor and loved making people laugh. He had a lighthearted spirit and a way of lighting up a room wherever he went. He was always willing to help others and was never afraid to say what was on his mind. Above all, Kolten was always uniquely himself. His sense of humor, larger-than-life personality, and ability to make even ordinary moments memorable are things those who loved him will never forget.

He lived with a freedom of expression that was entirely his own and never felt the need to fit neatly into anyone else’s expectations. He loved getting dolled up, putting on his favorite wig and lashes, shopping, listening to music, dancing, and spending time with his family and friends. He wasn’t afraid to stand out or express himself bringing a little more color, laughter, and life wherever he went. He could be bold and larger than life one minute and perfectly content enjoying the simplest moments with people he loved the next. He had a creative spirit and brought his own unmistakable personality to everything he did.

Kolten also had a soft and compassionate heart. He cared deeply about others and was generous with what he had. He loved his family, treasured his friendships, and had a special place in his heart for the people closest to him. Beneath the humor and larger-than-life personality was someone who simply wanted to love and be loved.

His life was not without struggles but those struggles were only one small part of his story. They did not define who he was or erase all of the wonderful things that made him who he was. Kolten was a son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was someone who loved deeply, made people laugh, cared for others, and left an imprint on the lives of those fortunate enough to know him. His life mattered more than he could have ever known, and he was loved beyond what words can adequately express.

Survivors include his father Scott Huss, of Highland, his mother and stepfather Melody and Brad Fields, of Highland, KS, his sister Kirsten Mendez and her husband Lorenzo Mendez, of Hiawatha, KS, his brother Chase Fields of Highland, KS, niece Lola Mendez, his grandmothers Laverte Weis and Charlene Huss both of Highland, KS and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him deeply.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather’s Ronald Huss and Gary Weis, and Aunt Mary Nuzum.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 10 a.m. Wednesday where the family will meet from 6-8 that evening. A Celebration of Kolten’s life will be held at 10:30 Thursday morning, October 1, 2026, with Pastor Jerry Petering officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Kolten Huss Memorial Fund left in care of the funeral home, po Box 33, Highland 66035.

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