1967-2025
Armando Diaz Viveros, 58, died unexpectedly November 25, 2025, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita. He was born October 14, 1967, in Cuernavaca, Mexico, to Fidencio Diaz Robles and Reynalda Viveros Vences.
Armando, also known by his family and friends as “Superman” or “Fox” graduated from Preparatoria #1 in Cuernavaca. He immigrated to Hutchinson from Mexico in August 1988, and became a United States Citizen in August 2001. Armando worked over 30 years in the grain industry. Armando was currently working for Mid Kansas Coop (MKC) as an Elevator Superintendent. He spent many years building heartfelt relationships, earning respect of those he worked next to. He taught coworkers not only about the grain business, but about kindness, selflessness, and love.
He enjoyed collecting about anything, listening to Mexican music, and finding a really good bargain. He had a green thumb and could grow just about anything. Even after working all day, you could find him in the backyard caring for his “plantitas.” Armando had a servant heart, always willing to help others, and even animals. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a faithful adorer at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson. In addition, for over 20 years, Armando assisted with Stations of the Cross at the church. He deeply loved Jesus and shared that love with others, so that they too, could learn of His great love. Armando also had a deep love for his family, and was immensely proud of his children and the adults they had become. He always made time to spend with his family.
On July 24, 1993, he married Sylvia Hinojosa, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson. Armando and Sylvia loved each other unconditionally and Armando was a devoted husband to his Sylvia.
Armando is survived by: his wife of 32 years, Sylvia Diaz of Hutchinson; sons, Kyler Diaz, Phillipe Diaz, both of Wichita, Ector Diaz (Julia) of Salina; and Raul Diaz (Reaghan Shaffer) of Wichita and Emporia; daughter, Gracie Diaz of Dallas, TX; siblings, Norma (Mark), Gustavo (Blanca), Olga (Stefano), Alfredo (Lila), Lilia, Erika, Saul (Esveidy), Raul, Cesar (Isabel); brother-in-law, Fabio, mother-in-law, Cecilia Hinojosa of Hutchinson; multiple Compadres and Godchildren; and numerous extended family members.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; siblings, Diana and Oscar; brother-in-law, Mario; grandchildren, Cecilio and Nikolas; niece, Evelyn; and father-in-law, Manuel Hinojosa.
Parish Rosary will be 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the church. Both will be officiated by Father Eric M. Weldon. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.
Memorials are suggested to the Armando Diaz Viveros Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. To benefit the Armando Diaz Viveros Memorial Fund, please make the check payable to Elliott Mortuary.
Through the gift of organ donation, Armando continued to share his love of helping others.
Armando Díaz Viveros, de 58 años, falleció el 25 de noviembre de 2025 en Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis, Wichita. El rosario parroquial se rezará a las 6:00 p.m. del martes 2 de diciembre de 2025 en la iglesia católica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, ubicada en 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson. La misa de entierro cristiano se celebrará a las 10:00 h del miércoles 3 de diciembre de 2025 en la misma iglesia. El entierro se realizará posteriormente en el cementerio Memorial Park, Hutchinson. Se recomienda donar los fondos conmemorativos al Fondo Conmemorativo de Armando Díaz Viveros, servicios funebres a cargo de la funeraria Elliott, ubicada en 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Para beneficiar al Fondo Conmemorativo de Armando Diaz Viveros, por favor, haga el cheque a nombre de Elliott Mortuary.
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