Byron Lowell Keith (Pete) of Penokee, Kansas died June 30,
2025. He was a life long resident of Graham County. A complete obituary will
follow at a later date.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held Monday, July 7, 2025 at 11:00
a.m. at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy, Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;

Military burial will be at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery,
WaKeeney, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested
to&nbsp; Honor Flight Network or Donor's Choice, and may be sent to Stinemetz
Funeral Home 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751557386592.jpeg" alt="Byron Lowell Keith (Pete)" />
 <figcaption>Byron Lowell Keith (Pete)</figcaption>
 </figure>Byron Lowell Keith (Pete) of Penokee, Kansas died June 30,
2025. He was a life long resident of Graham County. A complete obituary will
follow at a later date.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held Monday, July 7, 2025 at 11:00
a.m. at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy, Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;Military burial will be at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery,
WaKeeney, Kansas.Memorials are suggested
to&nbsp; Honor Flight Network or Donor's Choice, and may be sent to Stinemetz
Funeral Home

Byron Lowell Keith (Pete)

<a>Sherri Lea (Lotker) Shuler, born March 2, 1950, in
Oberlin, KS to Floyd Lee and Helen Dorothea (Forrester) Lotker, Jr. and started
her journey on June 17, 2025 at the age of 75, in Goodland, KS at Topside
Manor.</a>

Sherri grew up on the family homestead west of Oberlin alongside her three
siblings Floyd Lee III (Skipper), Laurie and Jackie. Along with the daily farm
chores and looking after her younger sisters, she loved spending time with the
family pets, Classy the dog and riding Patsy the family horse, Sunday boat
outings at the lake, water skiing and 4-H. She attended school in Oberlin, with
activities including Home Ed and Civil Air Patrol, graduating from DCHS in
1968.

On a summer visit to her grandmother in Bonita Springs, FL, Sherri fell in
love with the ocean, walking along the beach, collecting&nbsp;butterfly
seashells, and enjoying the warm tropical weather.

Sherri met the love of her life, Steven Leslie Shuler, at the age of two
and they later reconnected at the pool during the summers and were allowed to
date after Sherri turned 16.&nbsp; They married March 7, 1968, and Amy Marie,
Deborah Rae and Samuel Jonathan completed their family. Steve’s military
service sent them to Germany for 2 years before returning to Selden, KS, where
they farmed and raised cattle together with Steven’s parents. They later
divorced.

She began her post education in 1985 at McCook Community College and
transferred to Fort Hays State University in 1987. She obtained her Bachelor’s
in Psychology.&nbsp; Her career allowed her to work in Colorado, Kansas,
Oklahoma and Texas. She returned to Oberlin in 2009 to become her parents'
caregiver until their deaths in 2012 and 2015. She then retired to Bonita
Springs, FL, living only a few minutes from her favorite beach. But the longing
of her great grandchildren and illness brought her back to Kansas to be cared
for.

Sherri was a member of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, McCook, NE; her faith
was always important to her and through her life was actively involved with the
United Methodist Church, Selden, KS; St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, Hays, KS;
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Goodland, KS; Christ Church, Denver, CO; and Faith
Lutheran Church, Oberlin, KS. She was a member of Order of Eastern Star for
over 50 years, many as the Worthy Matron, Selden Garden Club, Selden Methodist
Ladies, Red Hat Society, Monday evening club, book-cooking clubs, prayer
groups.

Family was the most important part of her life. Especially becoming Grandma
and then later Gigi. Nothing made her prouder than watching all of them grow
and always daydreaming of what they would be like when they got older.

Sherri loved to learn about other cultures. She was especially fond of
Scottish Bagpipes, often attending the Highland Games in Colorado. She enjoyed
traveling overseas: Germany and France, staying with her adopted French family,
Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Luxemberg, and Belgium. One of her
greatest joys was fulfilling her lifelong dream with discovering London on
several occasions, and most of all, retracing the footsteps of her
grandparents' lives in Birmingham, England.

She is survived by her three children: Amy (Sebastien) Gavieiro, Deborah
Shuler, and Samuel Shuler. Her six grandchildren Tyler (Taryn) Jones, Tanner
(Abby) Jones, Thatcher (Valerie) Jones, Rebecca (Thomas) Gavieiro, Taitem
Jones, Andrew (Annika) Gavieiro. Four great grandchildren: Brody, Harper,
Baxter and Rocky. Brother, Floyd Lee (Khadine) Lotker III and sister, Laurie
(James) Wasson. Honorary son, Ross Hunt, Brother-in-law, Lynn Myers,
Goddaughter Eustacia (Dustin) Drake, along with many aunts and an uncle,
cousins, nieces and nephews, and many close, cherished friends.

Sherri is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Jackie Lotker-Myers
and nephew Jacob Wasson.

A memorial service will take
place on July 12, 2025, 11:00AM, at the Faith Lutheran Church, Oberlin, KS.
Private burial in Rexford, KS, will take place at a later time. Memorials can
be made out to the Sherri Shuler Memorial Fund in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral
Home, Oberlin, KS. Condolences can be left at <a href="http://www.plumergobber.com">www.plumergobber.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751556929991.jpeg" alt="Sherri Lea (Lotker) Shuler" />
 <figcaption>Sherri Lea (Lotker) Shuler</figcaption>
 </figure><a>Sherri Lea (Lotker) Shuler, born March 2, 1950, in
Oberlin, KS to Floyd Lee and Helen Dorothea (Forrester) Lotker, Jr. and started
her journey on June 17, 2025 at the age of 75, in Goodland, KS at Topside
Manor.</a>Sherri grew up on the family homestead west of Oberlin alongside her three
siblings Floyd Lee III (Skipper), Laurie and Jackie. Along with the daily farm
chores and looking after her younger sisters, she loved spending time with the
family pets, Classy the dog and riding Patsy the family horse, Sunday boat
outings at the lake, water skiing and 4-H. She attended school in Oberlin, with
activities including Home Ed and Civil Air Patrol, graduating from DCHS in
1968.On a summer visit to her grandmother in Bonita Springs, FL, Sherri fell in
love with the ocean, walking along the beach, collecting&nbsp;butterfly
seashells, and enjoying the warm tropical weather.Sherri met the love of her life, Steven Leslie Shuler, at the age of two
and they later reconnected at the pool during the summers and were allowed to
date after Sherri turned 16.&nbsp; They married March 7, 1968, and Amy Marie,
Deborah Rae and Samuel Jonathan completed their family. Steve’s military
service sent them to Germany for 2 years before returning to Selden, KS, where
they farmed and raised cattle together with Steven’s parents. They later
divorced.She began her post education in 1985 at McCook Community College and
transferred to Fort Hays State University in 1987. She obtained her Bachelor’s
in Psychology.&nbsp; Her career allowed her to work in Colorado, Kansas,
Oklahoma and Texas. She returned to Oberlin in 2009 to become her parents'
caregiver until their deaths in 2012 and 2015. She then retired to Bonita
Springs, FL, living only a few minutes from her favorite beach. But the longing
of her great grandchildren and illness brought her back to Kansas to be cared
for.Sherri was a member of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, McCook, NE; her faith
was always important to her and through her life was actively involved with the
United Methodist Church, Selden, KS; St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, Hays, KS;
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Goodland, KS; Christ Church, Denver, CO; and Faith
Lutheran Church, Oberlin, KS. She was a member of Order of Eastern Star for
over 50 years, many as the Worthy Matron, Selden Garden Club, Selden Methodist
Ladies, Red Hat Society, Monday evening club, book-cooking clubs, prayer
groups.Family was the most important part of her life. Especially becoming Grandma
and then later Gigi. Nothing made her prouder than watching all of them grow
and always daydreaming of what they would be like when they got older.Sherri loved to learn about other cultures. She was especially fond of
Scottish Bagpipes, often attending the Highland Games in Colorado. She enjoyed
traveling overseas: Germany and France, staying with her adopted French family,
Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Luxemberg, and Belgium. One of her
greatest joys was fulfilling her lifelong dream with discovering London on
several occasions, and most of all, retracing the footsteps of her
grandparents' lives in Birmingham, England.She is survived by her three children: Amy (Sebastien) Gavieiro, Deborah
Shuler, and Samuel Shuler. Her six grandchildren Tyler (Taryn) Jones, Tanner
(Abby) Jones, Thatcher (Valerie) Jones, Rebecca (Thomas) Gavieiro, Taitem
Jones, Andrew (Annika) Gavieiro. Four great grandchildren: Brody, Harper,
Baxter and Rocky. Brother, Floyd Lee (Khadine) Lotker III and sister, Laurie
(James) Wasson. Honorary son, Ross Hunt, Brother-in-law, Lynn Myers,
Goddaughter Eustacia (Dustin) Drake, along with many aunts and an uncle,
cousins, nieces and nephews, and many close, cherished friends.Sherri is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Jackie Lotker-Myers
and nephew Jacob Wasson.A memorial service will take
place on July 12, 2025, 11:00AM, at the Faith Lutheran Church, Oberlin, KS.
Private burial in Rexford, KS, will take place at a later time. Memorials can
be made out to the Sherri Shuler Memorial Fund in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral
Home, Oberlin, KS. Condolences can be left at <a href="http://www.plumergobber.com">www.plumergobber.com</a>

Sherri Lea (Lotker) Shuler

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Haven Dee (Moore) Applegate, born
August 19, 1932, in Meade, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26,
2025 at Ellis Good Samaritan Society surrounded by her loved ones.

Haven graduated from the
University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, dedicating her life
to caring for others both professionally and personally. She married the love
of her life, Francis Applegate Jr., on June 4, 1954, and together they built a
family rooted in love, service, and kindness.

A devoted mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, Haven found her greatest joy in caring for her family and
spending cherished time with her grandchildren. Her warmth and generosity
touched everyone she met. She loved being outdoors in her garden, tending to
her flowers, and found happiness in the simple pleasures of life; especially a
good dessert. &nbsp;She also gave back to her
community by volunteering with Meals on Wheels, demonstrating her lifelong
commitment to helping others. 

During her time at Ellis Good
Samaritan, Haven received outstanding care from the compassionate and dedicated
staff. In return, she kept everyone on their toes and smiling with her quick
wit, sharp responses, and endless stories that made every day a little
brighter.

Haven is survived by her son, Troy
Applegate and wife Connie; grandchildren Kalee and Courtney Daily, Koby Daily
and wife Brie, Alexandra and Ashley Applegate, Brooke Fox and husband Cooper,
and Sadie Fox; and great grandchildren Theodore and Emmy Daily. She is also
survived by her sister, Gail Moore-Bosserman.

She was preceded in death by her
beloved husband, Francis Applegate Jr.; her parents, Charity and Dwight Moore;
her brother, Robert Moore; and her children, Darin Applegate, Kirsten Daily,
and Noelle Fox.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00
am on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor
Brant Rice officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will
follow in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens.&nbsp;
The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until service time at the
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested,
in Haven’s memory, to The Good Samaritan Foundation.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Haven may be
shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

Haven’s legacy of compassion,
grace, and deep love for her family will live on in all who were blessed to
know her.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751472419808.jpeg" alt="Haven Dee (Moore) Applegate" />
 <figcaption>Haven Dee (Moore) Applegate</figcaption>
 </figure>Haven Dee (Moore) Applegate, born
August 19, 1932, in Meade, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26,
2025 at Ellis Good Samaritan Society surrounded by her loved ones.Haven graduated from the
University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, dedicating her life
to caring for others both professionally and personally. She married the love
of her life, Francis Applegate Jr., on June 4, 1954, and together they built a
family rooted in love, service, and kindness.A devoted mother, grandmother, and
great-grandmother, Haven found her greatest joy in caring for her family and
spending cherished time with her grandchildren. Her warmth and generosity
touched everyone she met. She loved being outdoors in her garden, tending to
her flowers, and found happiness in the simple pleasures of life; especially a
good dessert. &nbsp;She also gave back to her
community by volunteering with Meals on Wheels, demonstrating her lifelong
commitment to helping others. During her time at Ellis Good
Samaritan, Haven received outstanding care from the compassionate and dedicated
staff. In return, she kept everyone on their toes and smiling with her quick
wit, sharp responses, and endless stories that made every day a little
brighter.Haven is survived by her son, Troy
Applegate and wife Connie; grandchildren Kalee and Courtney Daily, Koby Daily
and wife Brie, Alexandra and Ashley Applegate, Brooke Fox and husband Cooper,
and Sadie Fox; and great grandchildren Theodore and Emmy Daily. She is also
survived by her sister, Gail Moore-Bosserman.She was preceded in death by her
beloved husband, Francis Applegate Jr.; her parents, Charity and Dwight Moore;
her brother, Robert Moore; and her children, Darin Applegate, Kirsten Daily,
and Noelle Fox.Funeral Services will be at 10:00
am on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor
Brant Rice officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will
follow in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens.&nbsp;
The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until service time at the
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested,
in Haven’s memory, to The Good Samaritan Foundation.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Haven may be
shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.comHaven’s legacy of compassion,
grace, and deep love for her family will live on in all who were blessed to
know her.

Haven Dee (Moore) Applegate

Judith A. 'Judy' (Shotkoski)
Windholz, age 78, of Victoria, Kansas passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025,
at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

She was born on December 10,
1946, in Genoa, Nebraska to Alphonse Louis and Dorothy Mary (Stanczyk)
Shotkoski.&nbsp; She married Alfred “Al” Windholz on November 26, 1966, in
&nbsp;Globeville, Colorado.

Judy was a paraprofessional at
Fullerton Elementary School in Fullerton, Nebraska.&nbsp; Then Judy and Al
moved to Victoria, Kansas and she worked for U.S.D. # 489 at Jefferson
Elementary School, Westside School and Kathryn O’Loughlin McCarthy Elementary
School, for over 30 years and retired in 2010.

Judy grew up in Nance County
Nebraska and Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She was a 1964 graduate of the Mount
Carmel High School in Denver, Colorado.

Judy was a member of the Basilica
of Saint Fidelis, Saint Fidelis Christian Mothers, served on the Saint Fidelis
Parish Council, a volunteer on the funeral committee, a volunteer for the
Victoria Meals on Wheels, and was a religious education instructor for many
years.&nbsp; She had a big heart that touched everyone she knew, and she
absolutely loved being a wife, a mom, and a grandma ~ family was everything to
her.

Judy survivors include her
husband, Al, of the home; her children, Dan Windholz and husband, Hunter Shaw,
Brookfield, VT; Deanna Bombardier and husband, Ray, Hays, KS; Denine Larson and
husband, Eric, Ankeny, IA; Darren Windholz and wife, Jill, Wichita, KS; Dale
Windholz and wife, Danielle, Victoria, KS; her grandchildren, Bryant Bombardier
(Kylee); Katelyn Russell (Daniel); Kyra Cornell (Nicholas); Luke Aaron; Aliyah
Windholz; Averi Windholz; Riley Windholz; Alivia Windholz; Vivian Windholz; her
great grandchildren, Briar, Quinlee, Mace Bombardier; Leif Russell; Jude
Cornell; her brothers, Fred Shotkoski, Duncan, NE; Anthony Shotkoske, Omaha,
NE; her sisters, Patti Micek and husband, Tim, Duncan, NE; Theresa Sock and
husband, Dave, Lincoln, NE; Debbie Voichoskie, and husband, Chuck, Columbus,
NE; her sisters-in-law, Barb, Skotkoski, Lincoln, NE; and Mary Catherine
Windholz, Victoria, KS; and her brother-in-law, Larry Karlin, Phillipsburg, KS.

She was preceded in death by her
parents, Alphonse and Dorothy Shotkoski; her brother, Gary &nbsp;Shotkoski; her
brother-in-law, Marvin Windholz; her sisters-in-law, Elaine Shotkoski; and Mary
Ann Karlin; and three infant children.

A Mass of Christian Burial will
be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900
Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M.
Cap.&nbsp; Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

A vigil service and a Christian
Mothers rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to
8:30 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, all at the church.

In lieu of flowers the family
suggests memorials made payable to: USD 489 Foundation for Educational
Excellence in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria,
Kansas 67671.

Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>
or left by guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/7/1751386015458.jpeg" alt="Judith A. 'Judy' (Shotkoski) Windholz" />
 <figcaption>Judith A. 'Judy' (Shotkoski) Windholz</figcaption>
 </figure>Judith A. 'Judy' (Shotkoski)
Windholz, age 78, of Victoria, Kansas passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025,
at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.She was born on December 10,
1946, in Genoa, Nebraska to Alphonse Louis and Dorothy Mary (Stanczyk)
Shotkoski.&nbsp; She married Alfred “Al” Windholz on November 26, 1966, in
&nbsp;Globeville, Colorado.Judy was a paraprofessional at
Fullerton Elementary School in Fullerton, Nebraska.&nbsp; Then Judy and Al
moved to Victoria, Kansas and she worked for U.S.D. # 489 at Jefferson
Elementary School, Westside School and Kathryn O’Loughlin McCarthy Elementary
School, for over 30 years and retired in 2010.Judy grew up in Nance County
Nebraska and Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She was a 1964 graduate of the Mount
Carmel High School in Denver, Colorado.Judy was a member of the Basilica
of Saint Fidelis, Saint Fidelis Christian Mothers, served on the Saint Fidelis
Parish Council, a volunteer on the funeral committee, a volunteer for the
Victoria Meals on Wheels, and was a religious education instructor for many
years.&nbsp; She had a big heart that touched everyone she knew, and she
absolutely loved being a wife, a mom, and a grandma ~ family was everything to
her.Judy survivors include her
husband, Al, of the home; her children, Dan Windholz and husband, Hunter Shaw,
Brookfield, VT; Deanna Bombardier and husband, Ray, Hays, KS; Denine Larson and
husband, Eric, Ankeny, IA; Darren Windholz and wife, Jill, Wichita, KS; Dale
Windholz and wife, Danielle, Victoria, KS; her grandchildren, Bryant Bombardier
(Kylee); Katelyn Russell (Daniel); Kyra Cornell (Nicholas); Luke Aaron; Aliyah
Windholz; Averi Windholz; Riley Windholz; Alivia Windholz; Vivian Windholz; her
great grandchildren, Briar, Quinlee, Mace Bombardier; Leif Russell; Jude
Cornell; her brothers, Fred Shotkoski, Duncan, NE; Anthony Shotkoske, Omaha,
NE; her sisters, Patti Micek and husband, Tim, Duncan, NE; Theresa Sock and
husband, Dave, Lincoln, NE; Debbie Voichoskie, and husband, Chuck, Columbus,
NE; her sisters-in-law, Barb, Skotkoski, Lincoln, NE; and Mary Catherine
Windholz, Victoria, KS; and her brother-in-law, Larry Karlin, Phillipsburg, KS.She was preceded in death by her
parents, Alphonse and Dorothy Shotkoski; her brother, Gary &nbsp;Shotkoski; her
brother-in-law, Marvin Windholz; her sisters-in-law, Elaine Shotkoski; and Mary
Ann Karlin; and three infant children.A Mass of Christian Burial will
be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900
Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M.
Cap.&nbsp; Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.A vigil service and a Christian
Mothers rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis.Visitation will be from 6:00 to
8:30 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, all at the church.In lieu of flowers the family
suggests memorials made payable to: USD 489 Foundation for Educational
Excellence in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria,
Kansas 67671.Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>
or left by guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Judith A. 'Judy' (Shotkoski) Windholz

Chester
Neil DeWerff, 89, of Monkey Island, Ok and formerly of Hays, Ks, passed away on
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Grove, Ok. He was born on February 12, 1936 in
Great Bend, Ks to Chester Leon and Clara (Scheufler) DeWerff. 



Neil was raised near Ellinwood, Ks on the family dairy farm, where &nbsp;his
strong work ethic and his Christian faith were instilled. He graduated in 1954
from Ellinwood High School, where he had been a standout athlete and
quarterback of the undefeated football team. Neil played football and
basketball on scholarship at Emporia State University and earned 3-year varsity
honors and a Bachelor’s degree in Education. 



Neil began his career at Sabetha High School, coaching basketball and golf for
six years. His basketball team famously won the Dodge City Tournament of
Champions, a rare feat for the small school. Neil moved to Colby and coached at
the high school for 14 years. He led the basketball team to four consecutive
state tournaments, culminating with the state championship in 1970 and a
perfect 25-0 record. His Colby golf teams won state championships in 1973 and
1976. At his retirement, his career basketball coaching record was 337-99.



Neil became the Golf Course Superintendent at Smoky Hill Country Club in Hays.
Under his leadership, it became one of Kansas’ top courses. Neil served as
consultants to many area golf courses and was a member of the Golf Course
Superintendent Association. While at Smoky Hill, he also served as the
Commissioner of the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference. After leaving
Smoky Hill, he served as the Superintendent of the Ellis Golf Club in Ellis, Ks
&nbsp;for 17 years. Neil was an outstanding golfer in his own right and a true
devotee of the game.



Neil is survived by his wife, Belinda (Steckline) DeWerff of Monkey Island, OK;
sons, Joe DeWerff (Kathy) of Topeka, KS and Mike DeWerff (Tammy) of Gulf
Shores, AL; daughter, Lindsay Taylor (Adam) of Wichita, KS; sister, Virginia
Smith (Ed) of Sun City, AZ; grandchildren, Megan Tadlock (Jared) of Fairmont,
WV, Molly DeWerff of Topeka, Kelsey Alvarez (Ben) of Olive Branch, MS, Matt
DeWerff of Memphis, TN, and Kinley, Kasen, Kallan, and Viviana Taylor of
Wichita; and great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Leo, and Landon.



He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Vernon DeWerff, Kenneth
DeWerff, and Edith Meyer.



Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at St.
Joseph's Catholic Church, 215 W. 13th St., Hays, KS. Burial will follow at 2:30
PM in the Ellinwood Cemetery.



Visitation will be Tuesday, July 1, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a vigil and
rosary at 7:00 PM at St. Joseph’s Church. 



Additional visitation will be Wednesday, July 2, from 8:30 to 9:30 AM at
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays.



Memorial contributions are suggested to the Thomas County Community Foundation
(TCCF) in honor of Coach Neil DeWerff. Donations will benefit the Colby high
school basketball program and may be mailed to the funeral home or TCCF at 350
S. Range Avenue, Colby 67701. 

The service will be live-streamed on the Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook page
via <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>
under the “Resources” tab.



Memories and condolences may be shared at Neil’s tribute page on the website.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750982640446.jpeg" alt="Chester Neal Dewerff" />
 <figcaption>Chester Neal Dewerff</figcaption>
 </figure>Chester
Neil DeWerff, 89, of Monkey Island, Ok and formerly of Hays, Ks, passed away on
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Grove, Ok. He was born on February 12, 1936 in
Great Bend, Ks to Chester Leon and Clara (Scheufler) DeWerff. 

Neil was raised near Ellinwood, Ks on the family dairy farm, where &nbsp;his
strong work ethic and his Christian faith were instilled. He graduated in 1954
from Ellinwood High School, where he had been a standout athlete and
quarterback of the undefeated football team. Neil played football and
basketball on scholarship at Emporia State University and earned 3-year varsity
honors and a Bachelor’s degree in Education. 

Neil began his career at Sabetha High School, coaching basketball and golf for
six years. His basketball team famously won the Dodge City Tournament of
Champions, a rare feat for the small school. Neil moved to Colby and coached at
the high school for 14 years. He led the basketball team to four consecutive
state tournaments, culminating with the state championship in 1970 and a
perfect 25-0 record. His Colby golf teams won state championships in 1973 and
1976. At his retirement, his career basketball coaching record was 337-99.

Neil became the Golf Course Superintendent at Smoky Hill Country Club in Hays.
Under his leadership, it became one of Kansas’ top courses. Neil served as
consultants to many area golf courses and was a member of the Golf Course
Superintendent Association. While at Smoky Hill, he also served as the
Commissioner of the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference. After leaving
Smoky Hill, he served as the Superintendent of the Ellis Golf Club in Ellis, Ks
&nbsp;for 17 years. Neil was an outstanding golfer in his own right and a true
devotee of the game.

Neil is survived by his wife, Belinda (Steckline) DeWerff of Monkey Island, OK;
sons, Joe DeWerff (Kathy) of Topeka, KS and Mike DeWerff (Tammy) of Gulf
Shores, AL; daughter, Lindsay Taylor (Adam) of Wichita, KS; sister, Virginia
Smith (Ed) of Sun City, AZ; grandchildren, Megan Tadlock (Jared) of Fairmont,
WV, Molly DeWerff of Topeka, Kelsey Alvarez (Ben) of Olive Branch, MS, Matt
DeWerff of Memphis, TN, and Kinley, Kasen, Kallan, and Viviana Taylor of
Wichita; and great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Leo, and Landon.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Vernon DeWerff, Kenneth
DeWerff, and Edith Meyer.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at St.
Joseph's Catholic Church, 215 W. 13th St., Hays, KS. Burial will follow at 2:30
PM in the Ellinwood Cemetery.

Visitation will be Tuesday, July 1, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a vigil and
rosary at 7:00 PM at St. Joseph’s Church. 

Additional visitation will be Wednesday, July 2, from 8:30 to 9:30 AM at
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Thomas County Community Foundation
(TCCF) in honor of Coach Neil DeWerff. Donations will benefit the Colby high
school basketball program and may be mailed to the funeral home or TCCF at 350
S. Range Avenue, Colby 67701. 

The service will be live-streamed on the Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook page
via <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>
under the “Resources” tab.

Memories and condolences may be shared at Neil’s tribute page on the website.

Chester Neal Dewerff

Richard 'Dick' Leiker, age 83, of Nashville Tennessee passed away Wednesday, June 25. 2025 in his home with his loving wife Lydia of 30 years at his side. He was born June 21, 1942 in Hays, Kansas to Richard and Mary (Braun) Leiker.

Dick graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1960 and attended Ft. Hays University.&nbsp;

He never met a stranger, and he spent his working years in sales, both in retail and as an executive in corporate supplies.&nbsp;

At a young man his interest was in cars. He worked various jobs to purchase and maintain them. They were always cleaned and shined. One would always find a “chamois” in the trunk. His habit continued throughout his life.

His pride and joy were his golf clubs, golfing, golfers, golf magazines, golf shirts, golf pants and golf balls.&nbsp;

&nbsp;He often referred to his golf clubs as his “ WEAPONS”. &nbsp;He and Lydia were fans of KU basketball and Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed working in his yard and planting flowers Dick will be remembered by his gentleman’s wardrobe. &nbsp;

He is survived by his wife Lydia (Ralph) Leiker, his children, Gina MacConnell (Matt), Ryan Leiker (Tamara). &nbsp;Stepchildren Catrina Massey (Paul) of Colorado Springs, Co, Monica (Michael) Cohen and Sonja Price both of Seattle, WA. His siblings Doris (Leiker) Ebersole, &nbsp;Robert (Jill) Leiker, of Kansas City, Ks. Dick enjoyed talking about his 19 grandchildren who would say “show me some money”.

He is survived by 2 nephews, many loving in-laws, and a host of friends and caregivers. Dick was proceeded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law. Robert Ebersole &nbsp;and Steve Ralph.

He would want all who are bereaving to rely on your faith as a source of comfort and the memory of his life to live as a blessing. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1751317537675.jpeg" alt="Richard 'Dick' Leiker" />
 <figcaption>Richard 'Dick' Leiker</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard 'Dick' Leiker, age 83, of Nashville Tennessee passed away Wednesday, June 25. 2025 in his home with his loving wife Lydia of 30 years at his side. He was born June 21, 1942 in Hays, Kansas to Richard and Mary (Braun) Leiker.Dick graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1960 and attended Ft. Hays University.&nbsp;He never met a stranger, and he spent his working years in sales, both in retail and as an executive in corporate supplies.&nbsp;At a young man his interest was in cars. He worked various jobs to purchase and maintain them. They were always cleaned and shined. One would always find a “chamois” in the trunk. His habit continued throughout his life.His pride and joy were his golf clubs, golfing, golfers, golf magazines, golf shirts, golf pants and golf balls.&nbsp;&nbsp;He often referred to his golf clubs as his “ WEAPONS”. &nbsp;He and Lydia were fans of KU basketball and Kansas City Chiefs. He also enjoyed working in his yard and planting flowers Dick will be remembered by his gentleman’s wardrobe. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife Lydia (Ralph) Leiker, his children, Gina MacConnell (Matt), Ryan Leiker (Tamara). &nbsp;Stepchildren Catrina Massey (Paul) of Colorado Springs, Co, Monica (Michael) Cohen and Sonja Price both of Seattle, WA. His siblings Doris (Leiker) Ebersole, &nbsp;Robert (Jill) Leiker, of Kansas City, Ks. Dick enjoyed talking about his 19 grandchildren who would say “show me some money”.He is survived by 2 nephews, many loving in-laws, and a host of friends and caregivers. Dick was proceeded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law. Robert Ebersole &nbsp;and Steve Ralph.He would want all who are bereaving to rely on your faith as a source of comfort and the memory of his life to live as a blessing. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Richard 'Dick' Leiker

Sherlyn Jean (Stull) Tatkenhorst,
77, of Natoma, Kansas, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at her home.

Jean was born April 10, 1948, in
Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She is the daughter of Max
and Alberta (Jennings) Stull.&nbsp; She grew
up in the Codell and Natoma area.&nbsp; Her
parents divorced and Max remarried to Goldie Stull.

She graduated from Natoma High
School in the Class of 66.

Jean was united in marriage to
Keith Tatkenhorst on July 27, 1968, in Natoma.&nbsp;
They made their home in Hays, Kansas for a short time before moving to
the farm north of Natoma.&nbsp; Then in 2012
they moved in to Natoma.&nbsp; This union was
blessed with three children: Jenjer, Jason and Jeanna.

Jean drove the school bus for
Natoma School District #399 for many years.&nbsp;
She had her own route and drove to most activities of the school.&nbsp; In her spare time, she was a devoted farmer’s
wife and homemaker.&nbsp; She was a member of
Peace Lutheran Church of Natoma.&nbsp; She was
active in the church participating in Sunday school, vacation bible school and
being a part of Lutherans For Life.&nbsp; When
she was young, she was active in 4-H and FHA.&nbsp;
She enjoyed gardening, doing crafts, quilting and raising her sheep.&nbsp; It was her love for her grandchildren and
great grandchildren that put a sparkle in her eye.

Jean’s surviving family include
her husband of 56 years, Keith of the home; daughters, Jenjer Murphy (Brad) of
Waldo, Kansas and Janae Talbott (Aaron) of Russell, Kansas; son, Jason
Tatkenhorst (Stacy) of Basehor, Kansas; three brothers, Wane Stull (Cheryl) of
Solomon, Kansas, Lary Stull (Peggy) of Hays, Kansas and Keith Stull (Rhonda) of
Spearville, Kansas; six grandchildren, Jodi, Phillip, Kade, Kurtis, Austin and Kamden;
and four great grandchildren, Waylon, Jemma, Wryatt and Wiley.

Jean was preceded in death by her
parents; step-mother; and brother Joel Stull.

A celebration of Jean’s Life will
be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary
of Russell, with the family present to greet friends from 9:00 AM to service
time.&nbsp; No visitation being
conducted.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the
Greenmound Cemetery near Plainville, Kansas.&nbsp;
Memorials may be given to the Sherlyn J. Tatkenhorst Memorial Fund and
sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary * 610 N. Maple Street, Russell, Kansas,
67665.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of
Russell and Natoma are in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1751300162312.jpeg" alt="&nbsp;Jean (Stull) Tatkenhorst" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;Jean (Stull) Tatkenhorst</figcaption>
 </figure>Sherlyn Jean (Stull) Tatkenhorst,
77, of Natoma, Kansas, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at her home.Jean was born April 10, 1948, in
Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She is the daughter of Max
and Alberta (Jennings) Stull.&nbsp; She grew
up in the Codell and Natoma area.&nbsp; Her
parents divorced and Max remarried to Goldie Stull.She graduated from Natoma High
School in the Class of 66.Jean was united in marriage to
Keith Tatkenhorst on July 27, 1968, in Natoma.&nbsp;
They made their home in Hays, Kansas for a short time before moving to
the farm north of Natoma.&nbsp; Then in 2012
they moved in to Natoma.&nbsp; This union was
blessed with three children: Jenjer, Jason and Jeanna.Jean drove the school bus for
Natoma School District #399 for many years.&nbsp;
She had her own route and drove to most activities of the school.&nbsp; In her spare time, she was a devoted farmer’s
wife and homemaker.&nbsp; She was a member of
Peace Lutheran Church of Natoma.&nbsp; She was
active in the church participating in Sunday school, vacation bible school and
being a part of Lutherans For Life.&nbsp; When
she was young, she was active in 4-H and FHA.&nbsp;
She enjoyed gardening, doing crafts, quilting and raising her sheep.&nbsp; It was her love for her grandchildren and
great grandchildren that put a sparkle in her eye.Jean’s surviving family include
her husband of 56 years, Keith of the home; daughters, Jenjer Murphy (Brad) of
Waldo, Kansas and Janae Talbott (Aaron) of Russell, Kansas; son, Jason
Tatkenhorst (Stacy) of Basehor, Kansas; three brothers, Wane Stull (Cheryl) of
Solomon, Kansas, Lary Stull (Peggy) of Hays, Kansas and Keith Stull (Rhonda) of
Spearville, Kansas; six grandchildren, Jodi, Phillip, Kade, Kurtis, Austin and Kamden;
and four great grandchildren, Waylon, Jemma, Wryatt and Wiley.Jean was preceded in death by her
parents; step-mother; and brother Joel Stull.A celebration of Jean’s Life will
be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary
of Russell, with the family present to greet friends from 9:00 AM to service
time.&nbsp; No visitation being
conducted.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the
Greenmound Cemetery near Plainville, Kansas.&nbsp;
Memorials may be given to the Sherlyn J. Tatkenhorst Memorial Fund and
sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary * 610 N. Maple Street, Russell, Kansas,
67665.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of
Russell and Natoma are in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Jean (Stull) Tatkenhorst

Diana M. Dinkel, 70, Victoria, died Thursday, June 26, 2025
at HaysMed.

She was born October 1, 1954 in Hays, the daughter of Leon
A. and Lillian (Dreiling) Dinkel.&nbsp; She
was a graduate of Victoria High School with the class of 1972, earned a
Bachelor’s Degree in business administration from Fort Hays State University,
and then she worked for Sears doing merchandise ordering.&nbsp; Diana was a talented musician who played the
saxophone, accordion, piano, and played guitar at the Comeau Catholic Campus
Center.&nbsp; Diana was a devout Catholic and a
member of the Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp; She
enjoyed family gatherings, graciously put the needs of others before her own,
and lovingly cared for her nieces, nephews, and parents.

Survivors include her mother Lillian of Victoria, two
brothers, George Dinkel and wife Linda of Wichita and Joseph Dinkel of
Victoria, three sisters, Mary Stecklein and husband Duane of Munjor, Annette
Wiesner and husband Raymond of Hays, and Therese Augustine and husband Vern of
Overland Park, and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father Leon.

Mass of Christian burial was Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the
Basilica of St. Fidelis with Fr. Curtis Carlson, OFM Cap. officiating.&nbsp; Burial followed in St. Fidelis Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Basilica of
St. Fidelis or for masses.&nbsp; Funeral
arrangements are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, and
condolences and memories of Diana may be shared with her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728779344280.jpg" alt="Diana M. Dinkel" />
 <figcaption>Diana M. Dinkel</figcaption>
 </figure>Diana M. Dinkel, 70, Victoria, died Thursday, June 26, 2025
at HaysMed.She was born October 1, 1954 in Hays, the daughter of Leon
A. and Lillian (Dreiling) Dinkel.&nbsp; She
was a graduate of Victoria High School with the class of 1972, earned a
Bachelor’s Degree in business administration from Fort Hays State University,
and then she worked for Sears doing merchandise ordering.&nbsp; Diana was a talented musician who played the
saxophone, accordion, piano, and played guitar at the Comeau Catholic Campus
Center.&nbsp; Diana was a devout Catholic and a
member of the Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp; She
enjoyed family gatherings, graciously put the needs of others before her own,
and lovingly cared for her nieces, nephews, and parents.Survivors include her mother Lillian of Victoria, two
brothers, George Dinkel and wife Linda of Wichita and Joseph Dinkel of
Victoria, three sisters, Mary Stecklein and husband Duane of Munjor, Annette
Wiesner and husband Raymond of Hays, and Therese Augustine and husband Vern of
Overland Park, and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.She was preceded in death by her father Leon.Mass of Christian burial was Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the
Basilica of St. Fidelis with Fr. Curtis Carlson, OFM Cap. officiating.&nbsp; Burial followed in St. Fidelis Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Basilica of
St. Fidelis or for masses.&nbsp; Funeral
arrangements are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, and
condolences and memories of Diana may be shared with her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

Diana M. Dinkel

Shirley
E. Ochs, 61, of Park, KS passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on
June 27, 2025, after a second battle with cancer. She was born on October 11,
1963, to Billy and Sophie Ochs. Shirley was the fifth of their six daughter
family. She was raised on a farm near Park, KS and really enjoyed the outdoors
and her quiet country life. Shirley’s interests were art, fashion, sports and
dance.

Shirley
believed education was very important. She was always eager to learn new
things. She graduated from Fort Hays State University, Colby Community College
and Goodland Vo-Tech.

Shirley
worked as a bank teller, receptionist, medical transcriptionist, pharmacy tech
and manager trainee. Her favorite and most important job was being a caregiver
for her parents for over 20 years until her cancer returned.

Shirley
treasured her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and
nephews. Many hours were spent playing outside with them. There was a special
place for all of them in her heart. She made an&nbsp;impact on their lives and
everyone’s that she met. She will be greatly missed.

Shirley
was a member of the Sacred Heart Church in Park and a member of their Altar
Society. Religion was an important part of her life. She prayed and talked to
God daily knowing that he was always with her no matter what.

She
was preceded in death by her father Billy G. Ochs and mother Sophie Ochs. She
is survived by her sisters, Beverly and husband Darold Zimmerman, Darlene and
husband Melvern Zimmerman, Kay Ann and husband Larry Schmidt, Jo Ann and
husband Ronald Zimmerman, Marilyn and husband Larry Heier; 14 nieces and
nephews.

A
Rosary will be said at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Park, with burial in
the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Church or for Masses
and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For
information or condolences visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1751296706643.jpeg" alt="Shirley E. Ochs" />
 <figcaption>Shirley E. Ochs</figcaption>
 </figure>Shirley
E. Ochs, 61, of Park, KS passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on
June 27, 2025, after a second battle with cancer. She was born on October 11,
1963, to Billy and Sophie Ochs. Shirley was the fifth of their six daughter
family. She was raised on a farm near Park, KS and really enjoyed the outdoors
and her quiet country life. Shirley’s interests were art, fashion, sports and
dance.Shirley
believed education was very important. She was always eager to learn new
things. She graduated from Fort Hays State University, Colby Community College
and Goodland Vo-Tech.Shirley
worked as a bank teller, receptionist, medical transcriptionist, pharmacy tech
and manager trainee. Her favorite and most important job was being a caregiver
for her parents for over 20 years until her cancer returned.Shirley
treasured her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and
nephews. Many hours were spent playing outside with them. There was a special
place for all of them in her heart. She made an&nbsp;impact on their lives and
everyone’s that she met. She will be greatly missed.Shirley
was a member of the Sacred Heart Church in Park and a member of their Altar
Society. Religion was an important part of her life. She prayed and talked to
God daily knowing that he was always with her no matter what.She
was preceded in death by her father Billy G. Ochs and mother Sophie Ochs. She
is survived by her sisters, Beverly and husband Darold Zimmerman, Darlene and
husband Melvern Zimmerman, Kay Ann and husband Larry Schmidt, Jo Ann and
husband Ronald Zimmerman, Marilyn and husband Larry Heier; 14 nieces and
nephews.A
Rosary will be said at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Park, with burial in
the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Church or for Masses
and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For
information or condolences visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

Shirley E. Ochs

Brian
Thomas Brungardt, age 38 of Hays, Kansas passed away on June 18, 2025 in Hays.
He was born June 2, 1987 in Hays to James R. and Michele R. (Morton) Brungardt.


He was a graduate of Hays High School in 2006.

Funeral services will be announced at a later date by Keithley Funeral Homes
and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.
Memories may be shared on Brian's tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1751294054247.jpeg" alt="Brian Thomas Brungardt" />
 <figcaption>Brian Thomas Brungardt</figcaption>
 </figure>Brian
Thomas Brungardt, age 38 of Hays, Kansas passed away on June 18, 2025 in Hays.
He was born June 2, 1987 in Hays to James R. and Michele R. (Morton) Brungardt.
He was a graduate of Hays High School in 2006.
Funeral services will be announced at a later date by Keithley Funeral Homes
and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.
Memories may be shared on Brian's tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Brian Thomas Brungardt

Clarence Charles Pfeifer, age 91, of WaKeeney, KS,
formerly of St. Peter, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025,
at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney.

Clarence was born on October 7, 1933, in St. Peter to Frank
J. and Catherine (Dinkel) Pfeifer.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army,
assigned to Charlie Battery, 9th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Missile Battalion
during the Cold War era. He was stationed at the Presidio in San Francisco, CA.
After completing his service, he returned home to St. Peter, where he spent
many years working alongside his father and brothers at Pfeifer Service
Station.

On May 7, 1958, Clarence married the love of his life,
Thelma Zerr, at the Catholic Church in Park, KS. They recently celebrated 67
wonderful years of marriage in May 2025.

Clarence loved his family deeply. He also loved farming and
spent many years working the land. He enjoyed visiting with customers at the
service station, always ready for a good conversation. He had a passion for
collecting antique tractors.

Clarence was a lifelong member of St. Anthony Catholic
Church in St. Peter and later joined Christ the King Catholic Church in
WaKeeney. He was a proud member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus and lived
out his faith with quiet strength and service.

He is survived by his wife, Thelma, and their children:
Arnold Pfeifer of Englewood, CO; Jeanetta McDonald of Hays, KS; Randall Pfeifer
(Michelle) of Hill City, KS; Leon Pfeifer (Beverly) of Hays; Terry Pfeifer of
Prague, OK; and Norman Pfeifer (Renee) of Littleton, CO.

He was a proud grandfather to Michael McDonald (Julie),
Tyler McDonald, Bre Patton (Jeff), Ryan Pfeifer (Kristen), Marcus Pfeifer
(Anissa), Eric Pfeifer (Kiley), Stephanie Black (Kevin), Adam Pfeifer (Brooke),
Kyle Pfeifer (Baylee), Timothy Pfeifer, and Derek Pfeifer. Clarence also leaves
behind 16 great-grandchildren; his brother, Lloyd Pfeifer (Linda); sisters,
Caroline Flax and Catherine Heier (Felix); sisters-in-law, Anna Pfeifer,
Alfreda Pfeifer, and Rosalie Pfeifer; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Albert
Pfeifer, Alvin Pfeifer, and Allen Pfeifer; and sisters, Helen Zimmerman and
Pauline Zerr.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from
5:00–7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12th St., WaKeeney, KS, with the
Rosary prayed at 7:00 p.m.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 412
N 9th St., WaKeeney, KS. Interment will follow at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery
at WaKeeney at approximately 11:15 a.m. A small repast will be held at Christ
the King Parish Hall following the committal, where family and friends are
invite

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1751240129184.jpeg" alt="Clarence Charles Pfeifer" />
 <figcaption>Clarence Charles Pfeifer</figcaption>
 </figure>Clarence Charles Pfeifer, age 91, of WaKeeney, KS,
formerly of St. Peter, KS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025,
at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney.Clarence was born on October 7, 1933, in St. Peter to Frank
J. and Catherine (Dinkel) Pfeifer.He proudly served his country in the United States Army,
assigned to Charlie Battery, 9th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Missile Battalion
during the Cold War era. He was stationed at the Presidio in San Francisco, CA.
After completing his service, he returned home to St. Peter, where he spent
many years working alongside his father and brothers at Pfeifer Service
Station.On May 7, 1958, Clarence married the love of his life,
Thelma Zerr, at the Catholic Church in Park, KS. They recently celebrated 67
wonderful years of marriage in May 2025.Clarence loved his family deeply. He also loved farming and
spent many years working the land. He enjoyed visiting with customers at the
service station, always ready for a good conversation. He had a passion for
collecting antique tractors.Clarence was a lifelong member of St. Anthony Catholic
Church in St. Peter and later joined Christ the King Catholic Church in
WaKeeney. He was a proud member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus and lived
out his faith with quiet strength and service.He is survived by his wife, Thelma, and their children:
Arnold Pfeifer of Englewood, CO; Jeanetta McDonald of Hays, KS; Randall Pfeifer
(Michelle) of Hill City, KS; Leon Pfeifer (Beverly) of Hays; Terry Pfeifer of
Prague, OK; and Norman Pfeifer (Renee) of Littleton, CO.He was a proud grandfather to Michael McDonald (Julie),
Tyler McDonald, Bre Patton (Jeff), Ryan Pfeifer (Kristen), Marcus Pfeifer
(Anissa), Eric Pfeifer (Kiley), Stephanie Black (Kevin), Adam Pfeifer (Brooke),
Kyle Pfeifer (Baylee), Timothy Pfeifer, and Derek Pfeifer. Clarence also leaves
behind 16 great-grandchildren; his brother, Lloyd Pfeifer (Linda); sisters,
Caroline Flax and Catherine Heier (Felix); sisters-in-law, Anna Pfeifer,
Alfreda Pfeifer, and Rosalie Pfeifer; along with many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Albert
Pfeifer, Alvin Pfeifer, and Allen Pfeifer; and sisters, Helen Zimmerman and
Pauline Zerr.Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from
5:00–7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12th St., WaKeeney, KS, with the
Rosary prayed at 7:00 p.m.The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated
on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 412
N 9th St., WaKeeney, KS. Interment will follow at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery
at WaKeeney at approximately 11:15 a.m. A small repast will be held at Christ
the King Parish Hall following the committal, where family and friends are
invite

Clarence Charles Pfeifer

Mary Ann Gebert, 83,&nbsp; of
Hays, Kansas, died Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the Westview Health Care Center
in Derby, Kansas.

Mary Ann &nbsp;was born on
January 31, 1942 in Hays, Kansas, of Jacob and Angela (Leiker) Burgardt and
spent her childhood in Pfeifer, Kansas.&nbsp; She graduated from high school in
Hays. She lived in Prescott, Arizona for many years before returning to Hays,
Kansas where she lived until recently moving to Derby, Kansas. 

Throughout the years Mary Ann
worked in Customer Service and was a devoted senior companion. She enjoyed
doing photography, working word puzzles and going to church services. She loved
spending time with her family and friends and she loved the Lord. 

Survivors include her children
Leslie (Georgia) Pfannenstiel of Wichita, Loel Pfannenstiel of Wichita, Clarice
Hanes of Chino Valley, Arizona and son-in-law Wayne Hays of Ponca City,
Oklahoma; grandchildren Kalebb Rakyta, Dallas Pfannenstiel, Elizabeth Diamanti,
Andrew Elliott; great grandchildren Noen Dimante and Makayla Moore; also many
nieces and nephews.

Mary Ann is preceded in death by
her parents, Jacob and Angela Burgardt; daughter Amy Hays; and brothers and
their wives Nick (Alberta) Arnold, Norman (Freida) Burgardt, Earl Burgardt,
James (Theona) Burgardt, and Edward Burgardt. 

A Celebration of Life will be
planned for a later date.

Arrangements are by Affordable
Cremations Plus, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1751129708651.jpeg" alt="Mary Ann Gebert" />
 <figcaption>Mary Ann Gebert</figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Ann Gebert, 83,&nbsp; of
Hays, Kansas, died Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the Westview Health Care Center
in Derby, Kansas.Mary Ann &nbsp;was born on
January 31, 1942 in Hays, Kansas, of Jacob and Angela (Leiker) Burgardt and
spent her childhood in Pfeifer, Kansas.&nbsp; She graduated from high school in
Hays. She lived in Prescott, Arizona for many years before returning to Hays,
Kansas where she lived until recently moving to Derby, Kansas. Throughout the years Mary Ann
worked in Customer Service and was a devoted senior companion. She enjoyed
doing photography, working word puzzles and going to church services. She loved
spending time with her family and friends and she loved the Lord. Survivors include her children
Leslie (Georgia) Pfannenstiel of Wichita, Loel Pfannenstiel of Wichita, Clarice
Hanes of Chino Valley, Arizona and son-in-law Wayne Hays of Ponca City,
Oklahoma; grandchildren Kalebb Rakyta, Dallas Pfannenstiel, Elizabeth Diamanti,
Andrew Elliott; great grandchildren Noen Dimante and Makayla Moore; also many
nieces and nephews.Mary Ann is preceded in death by
her parents, Jacob and Angela Burgardt; daughter Amy Hays; and brothers and
their wives Nick (Alberta) Arnold, Norman (Freida) Burgardt, Earl Burgardt,
James (Theona) Burgardt, and Edward Burgardt. A Celebration of Life will be
planned for a later date.Arrangements are by Affordable
Cremations Plus, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp;

Mary Ann Gebert

Linda Louise Ward Mosier, Hays,
entered Heaven on June 25, 2025, surrounded at the time of her passing by
family and skilled, caring HaysMed staff.

Linda was born the first of four children to Arlin and
Shirley (Kilmer) Ward on June 6, 1944 in Valdosta, Georgia at Moody Air Force
Base.&nbsp; There, Arlin served in the U.S. Army
as a pilot and first lieutenant. This significant date in American History was
also D-Day, known as the beginning of the end of World War II. &nbsp;Linda’s mother would often tell the story of
Linda’s birth, recounting that the hospital staff repeated ‘your baby was born
on D-Day!’ while neglecting to inform her upon numerous requests that she had
delivered a girl.

Following his military service, Arlin worked for Pillsbury
Mills and then went on to become a professor at Kansas State University in the
Grain Science department while Shirley kept their home, raising Linda and her
sisters, Kay and Barbara and brother Kenneth.&nbsp;
Linda attended four different grade schools and three different high
schools between her family’s time in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Manhattan, Kansas
and Springfield, Illinois.

Like her parents, Linda met her husband, Steven Mosier at
Kansas State University.&nbsp; They married on
June 5, 1965, at Danforth Chapel on the KSU campus. Their wedding party
included Linda’s sisters, Kay and Barbara and Steve’s twin brother, Stan, as
well as lifelong friend, David Leopold. &nbsp;Linda obtained a degree in elementary
education and went on to teach first grade in Aurora, Nebraska. &nbsp;Steve, a veterinarian, served in the U.S. Army
Veterinary Corps from 1967-1969, and he and Linda were stationed in St. James,
Minnesota during this time. &nbsp;St. James
also served as the birthplace of their first son, Darren (DOB and DOD
10-20-1967) and first daughter, Karen.

Linda and Steve moved to Hays, Kansas in 1970 in order to be
closer to both sets of parents; Linda’s in Manhattan and Steve’s in Hoxie. &nbsp;Their daughter Kristen was born in Hays in
1971. Daughters Karla and Kayleen were born in Russell in 1974 and 1976,
respectively.

In addition to supporting Steve in his over fifty years of
service in veterinary medicine, Linda was elected to the Hays School Board for
12 years. &nbsp;She was nominated to the State
of Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board for six years. She was an
entrepreneur as owner of The Gathering Place, a gift shop featuring Kansas
artists and items. &nbsp;She and Steve
co-sponsored a Special Olympics basketball team in Hays for over twenty years. &nbsp;Linda and Steve also supported the annual
Festival of Faith in Hays. This interdenominational worship gathering was
Linda’s favorite event.&nbsp; Linda was a
devoted mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend.&nbsp; She saw and believed the best in others at
all times.&nbsp; One of her greatest legacies
was captured by her grandson who said of her, “It’s always a good idea to spend
time with Grandma Linda because you leave a better person.”

Linda’s beloved place was Estes Park, Colorado, where her
parents built a rustic cabin still visited by family today. &nbsp;Linda instilled her love for this area in her
daughters and grandchildren; Karen, Kristen and Karla reside in Estes Park
along with grandchildren Ethan, Decker, Isaac, Ben, and Hannah, all born and
raised there. Her favorite books were The Bible and The Secret Garden. &nbsp;Her favorite scripture was Psalm 23. &nbsp;The Goodness of God and Forever in Blue Jeans
were her favorite songs. &nbsp;Her favorite words
were:&nbsp; faith, hope, love, grace, wisdom,
healing, better, forgiveness and smiling, all of which she embodied.

Survivors include four daughters:
Karen Nicholson and husband Blake, Kristen Hill and husband Christian, Karla
DuBois and husband Justin, all of Estes Park, Colorado, and Kayleen Geist and
husband Garrett of Wilson, two sisters, Kay Taylor and brother-in-law Chris of
Fort Collins, Colorado and Barbara Pratt of Estes Park, Colorado, brother
Kenneth and sister-in-law Robin of Fruita, Colorado, five grandchildren: Blake
“Decker”, Ben, and Hannah Nicholson, Ethan and Isaac Hill, as well as nieces
and nephews.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son
Darren and husband Steve, and brother-in-law Stan Pratt.

Family Inurnment will be in the
Hoxie Cemetery at a future date. 

Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp;Arc of
Central Plains&nbsp; 600 Main
StreetHays, KS 67601 or&nbsp;Jana’s
Campaign Suite
204 Hadley
Office Center 205 E. 7th
Street.Hays,
Kansas 67601

Services
are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, and condolences and
memories of Linda may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750957588200.jpeg" alt="Linda L. Mosier" />
 <figcaption>Linda L. Mosier</figcaption>
 </figure>Linda Louise Ward Mosier, Hays,
entered Heaven on June 25, 2025, surrounded at the time of her passing by
family and skilled, caring HaysMed staff.Linda was born the first of four children to Arlin and
Shirley (Kilmer) Ward on June 6, 1944 in Valdosta, Georgia at Moody Air Force
Base.&nbsp; There, Arlin served in the U.S. Army
as a pilot and first lieutenant. This significant date in American History was
also D-Day, known as the beginning of the end of World War II. &nbsp;Linda’s mother would often tell the story of
Linda’s birth, recounting that the hospital staff repeated ‘your baby was born
on D-Day!’ while neglecting to inform her upon numerous requests that she had
delivered a girl.Following his military service, Arlin worked for Pillsbury
Mills and then went on to become a professor at Kansas State University in the
Grain Science department while Shirley kept their home, raising Linda and her
sisters, Kay and Barbara and brother Kenneth.&nbsp;
Linda attended four different grade schools and three different high
schools between her family’s time in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Manhattan, Kansas
and Springfield, Illinois.Like her parents, Linda met her husband, Steven Mosier at
Kansas State University.&nbsp; They married on
June 5, 1965, at Danforth Chapel on the KSU campus. Their wedding party
included Linda’s sisters, Kay and Barbara and Steve’s twin brother, Stan, as
well as lifelong friend, David Leopold. &nbsp;Linda obtained a degree in elementary
education and went on to teach first grade in Aurora, Nebraska. &nbsp;Steve, a veterinarian, served in the U.S. Army
Veterinary Corps from 1967-1969, and he and Linda were stationed in St. James,
Minnesota during this time. &nbsp;St. James
also served as the birthplace of their first son, Darren (DOB and DOD
10-20-1967) and first daughter, Karen.Linda and Steve moved to Hays, Kansas in 1970 in order to be
closer to both sets of parents; Linda’s in Manhattan and Steve’s in Hoxie. &nbsp;Their daughter Kristen was born in Hays in
1971. Daughters Karla and Kayleen were born in Russell in 1974 and 1976,
respectively.In addition to supporting Steve in his over fifty years of
service in veterinary medicine, Linda was elected to the Hays School Board for
12 years. &nbsp;She was nominated to the State
of Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board for six years. She was an
entrepreneur as owner of The Gathering Place, a gift shop featuring Kansas
artists and items. &nbsp;She and Steve
co-sponsored a Special Olympics basketball team in Hays for over twenty years. &nbsp;Linda and Steve also supported the annual
Festival of Faith in Hays. This interdenominational worship gathering was
Linda’s favorite event.&nbsp; Linda was a
devoted mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend.&nbsp; She saw and believed the best in others at
all times.&nbsp; One of her greatest legacies
was captured by her grandson who said of her, “It’s always a good idea to spend
time with Grandma Linda because you leave a better person.”Linda’s beloved place was Estes Park, Colorado, where her
parents built a rustic cabin still visited by family today. &nbsp;Linda instilled her love for this area in her
daughters and grandchildren; Karen, Kristen and Karla reside in Estes Park
along with grandchildren Ethan, Decker, Isaac, Ben, and Hannah, all born and
raised there. Her favorite books were The Bible and The Secret Garden. &nbsp;Her favorite scripture was Psalm 23. &nbsp;The Goodness of God and Forever in Blue Jeans
were her favorite songs. &nbsp;Her favorite words
were:&nbsp; faith, hope, love, grace, wisdom,
healing, better, forgiveness and smiling, all of which she embodied.Survivors include four daughters:
Karen Nicholson and husband Blake, Kristen Hill and husband Christian, Karla
DuBois and husband Justin, all of Estes Park, Colorado, and Kayleen Geist and
husband Garrett of Wilson, two sisters, Kay Taylor and brother-in-law Chris of
Fort Collins, Colorado and Barbara Pratt of Estes Park, Colorado, brother
Kenneth and sister-in-law Robin of Fruita, Colorado, five grandchildren: Blake
“Decker”, Ben, and Hannah Nicholson, Ethan and Isaac Hill, as well as nieces
and nephews.Linda was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son
Darren and husband Steve, and brother-in-law Stan Pratt.Family Inurnment will be in the
Hoxie Cemetery at a future date. Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp;Arc of
Central Plains&nbsp; 600 Main
StreetHays, KS 67601 or&nbsp;Jana’s
Campaign Suite
204 Hadley
Office Center 205 E. 7th
Street.Hays,
Kansas 67601Services
are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, and condolences and
memories of Linda may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

Linda L. Mosier

Michael 'Mike' Suppes, 72, Hays, died Friday, May 30, 2025 at Select
Specialty Hospital in Wichita.

He was born
September 2, 1952 in Great Bend, the son of Severin and Rose (Billinger)
Suppes.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Francis
of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor and the St. Francis Third Degree Knights of
Columbus.

As a child, when Mike wasn't bonding
with his brother by picking on their little sister, he was biting junkyard dogs
and running through his babysitter’s glass door leaving a scar on his
nose.&nbsp; When he was 12, he rode a train
from Livermore, California to Victoria, Kansas where he lived with his Grandpa
Billinger who taught him the colorful old-time sayings that we all knew and
loved.&nbsp; He spent the weekends on the farm
in Liebenthal with his grandparents on the Suppes side, getting in trouble with
his cousin Suzie for playing on the rope in the barn.

After a year, Mike went back to
California where he earned a reputation for not liking bullies and for standing
up for those who couldn't stand up for themselves. He was known by name as
someone not to be messed with.&nbsp; He then
joined the hippy movement in the San Francisco area where he expanded his mind
and his taste in clothes.&nbsp; He moved from
denim and slicked back hair to bell bottoms and love beads.&nbsp; He was drafted into the U.S. Army during the
Vietnam Era where he and his brother were stationed at Fort Lewis in Washington
State.&nbsp; After leaving the Army, he
ditched the barber and hit the road with his newfound love for Harley Davidson
motorcycles.&nbsp; During this period of open
road freedom and keg parties he met his future bride, Beatrice “Bea” Reeh.&nbsp; 

Mike and Bea were married a year
later, on June 17, 1978 in Victoria, and they quickly started the task of
making a home and family, welcoming their two children, Nick and Natalie.&nbsp; Mike loved his family and having children
around.&nbsp; For the next 20 years it was
dance classes, Cub Scouts, sporting events, coaching, fishing, hunting, and his
personal favorite, family camping trips.&nbsp;
Family was his love and way of life. 

After putting his two kids through
school, it wasn't long before he was gifted with his first grandchild and every
three years thereafter, he was gifted with another fishing buddy.&nbsp; With loving arms, he welcomed his four
grandchildren, Alexa, Adam, Eliana, and Gage.&nbsp;
He was again allowed to rinse and repeat the wonderful times of sports,
outdoors, and time spent with those he loved. 

Enjoying his retirement, Mike spent
the rest of his years in bibs, doing what he loved most: fishing, camping,
woodworking, and spending his time with loved ones.&nbsp; He will be missed.

Survivors
include his wife Bea of Hays, son, Nick Suppes (Amanda) of Wichita Falls, TX,
daughter, Natalie Suppes-Armbrister (Garrett Keil) of Hays, his brother, Joe
Suppes (Sunny) of Vernonia, OR, his sister, Marilyn Pfannenstiel and husband
Mike of Munjor, four grandchildren, Eliana Suppes, Gage Suppes, Alexa
Armbrister (Conner Staab), Adam Armbrister, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was
preceded in death by his parents and a nephew Adam Pfannenstiel.

Mass of
Christian Burial was on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic
Church in Munjor with Fr. Damian Richards officiating. &nbsp;Burial with
military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard followed in the church
cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St.
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church or to Scout Troop #101.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mike may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748730785559.jpeg" alt="Michael 'Mike' Suppes" />
 <figcaption>Michael 'Mike' Suppes</figcaption>
 </figure>Michael 'Mike' Suppes, 72, Hays, died Friday, May 30, 2025 at Select
Specialty Hospital in Wichita.He was born
September 2, 1952 in Great Bend, the son of Severin and Rose (Billinger)
Suppes.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Francis
of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor and the St. Francis Third Degree Knights of
Columbus.As a child, when Mike wasn't bonding
with his brother by picking on their little sister, he was biting junkyard dogs
and running through his babysitter’s glass door leaving a scar on his
nose.&nbsp; When he was 12, he rode a train
from Livermore, California to Victoria, Kansas where he lived with his Grandpa
Billinger who taught him the colorful old-time sayings that we all knew and
loved.&nbsp; He spent the weekends on the farm
in Liebenthal with his grandparents on the Suppes side, getting in trouble with
his cousin Suzie for playing on the rope in the barn.After a year, Mike went back to
California where he earned a reputation for not liking bullies and for standing
up for those who couldn't stand up for themselves. He was known by name as
someone not to be messed with.&nbsp; He then
joined the hippy movement in the San Francisco area where he expanded his mind
and his taste in clothes.&nbsp; He moved from
denim and slicked back hair to bell bottoms and love beads.&nbsp; He was drafted into the U.S. Army during the
Vietnam Era where he and his brother were stationed at Fort Lewis in Washington
State.&nbsp; After leaving the Army, he
ditched the barber and hit the road with his newfound love for Harley Davidson
motorcycles.&nbsp; During this period of open
road freedom and keg parties he met his future bride, Beatrice “Bea” Reeh.&nbsp; Mike and Bea were married a year
later, on June 17, 1978 in Victoria, and they quickly started the task of
making a home and family, welcoming their two children, Nick and Natalie.&nbsp; Mike loved his family and having children
around.&nbsp; For the next 20 years it was
dance classes, Cub Scouts, sporting events, coaching, fishing, hunting, and his
personal favorite, family camping trips.&nbsp;
Family was his love and way of life. After putting his two kids through
school, it wasn't long before he was gifted with his first grandchild and every
three years thereafter, he was gifted with another fishing buddy.&nbsp; With loving arms, he welcomed his four
grandchildren, Alexa, Adam, Eliana, and Gage.&nbsp;
He was again allowed to rinse and repeat the wonderful times of sports,
outdoors, and time spent with those he loved. Enjoying his retirement, Mike spent
the rest of his years in bibs, doing what he loved most: fishing, camping,
woodworking, and spending his time with loved ones.&nbsp; He will be missed.Survivors
include his wife Bea of Hays, son, Nick Suppes (Amanda) of Wichita Falls, TX,
daughter, Natalie Suppes-Armbrister (Garrett Keil) of Hays, his brother, Joe
Suppes (Sunny) of Vernonia, OR, his sister, Marilyn Pfannenstiel and husband
Mike of Munjor, four grandchildren, Eliana Suppes, Gage Suppes, Alexa
Armbrister (Conner Staab), Adam Armbrister, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was
preceded in death by his parents and a nephew Adam Pfannenstiel.Mass of
Christian Burial was on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic
Church in Munjor with Fr. Damian Richards officiating. &nbsp;Burial with
military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard followed in the church
cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St.
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church or to Scout Troop #101.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mike may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Michael 'Mike' Suppes

Alan
Samuel Miller, age 69 of LaCrosse, Kansas passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at
HaysMed.



Celebration of Alan's life will be held in late July and will be announced by
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Memories may be shared with the family on Alan's tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

A full obituary is pending.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750982962786.jpeg" alt="Alan Samuel Miller" />
 <figcaption>Alan Samuel Miller</figcaption>
 </figure>Alan
Samuel Miller, age 69 of LaCrosse, Kansas passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at
HaysMed.

Celebration of Alan's life will be held in late July and will be announced by
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Memories may be shared with the family on Alan's tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

A full obituary is pending.

Alan Samuel Miller

Douglas H. 'Doug' Innes, 93, Hays, died Monday, June 23,
2025 at Cedarhurst of Lawrence.

He was born March 6, 1932 in Phillipsburg, the son of Guy
Allendale and Carolyn Violet (Unland) Innes.&nbsp;
Doug was the oldest of five children: Von, Ronald, Karen Sue, and Rodney,
and he attended school in Phillipsburg and graduated from Phillipsburg High
School in 1950.&nbsp; Doug attended McNeese
State College for one year and then transferred to the University of Nebraska
where he received a BSc degree in Geology in 1955.&nbsp; While at Nebraska, he was enrolled in the
ROTC program and received a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S.
Army.&nbsp; He was called to active duty a
short time later and after inducted, he was assigned to duty in Schwetzington,
Germany.

On February 6, 1955 he was united in marriage to Elizabeth
“Betty” Thurman in Broken Bow, Nebraska, and they were blessed with three
children: Susan, Jill, and Thomas.&nbsp; After
his assignment in the Army was completed, he worked as a geologist in New
Mexico and Colorado.&nbsp; He returned to
Phillipsburg in 1961 to work in the family business as well as part time with
the U.S. Post Office.&nbsp; In 1964, he was
appointed to Postmaster at the Phillipsburg post office.&nbsp; In 1978, Doug received a promotion and he and
his family moved to Hays.&nbsp; Doug enjoyed
his work with the post office and in 1981 he was appointed Hays Postmaster, a
position he held until retirement in 1990.

Survivors include his wife Betty of Hays, his three
children, Susan Shanklin and husband Greg of Lawrence, Jill Innes of Madison
WI, and Thomas Innes and wife Lisa of Madison, WI, a foster daughter Tarea
Sanders Fischer of Hays, two brothers, Von Innes and wife Lois of Lincoln, NE, and
Rodney Innes and wife Mary of Olathe, eight grandchildren, two great
granddaughters, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Ronald
Innes, and his sister Karen Sue Dulaney.

Inurnment with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076
Honor Guard will be at 9:30 am on Monday, July 28, 2025 in the Kansas Veterans’
Cemetery in WaKeeney followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am at Hays
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family
will receive friends from 4:00 pm until 5:00 on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
the Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Doug may be shared with his family at
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750950060718.jpeg" alt="Douglas H. 'Doug' Innes" />
 <figcaption>Douglas H. 'Doug' Innes</figcaption>
 </figure>Douglas H. 'Doug' Innes, 93, Hays, died Monday, June 23,
2025 at Cedarhurst of Lawrence.He was born March 6, 1932 in Phillipsburg, the son of Guy
Allendale and Carolyn Violet (Unland) Innes.&nbsp;
Doug was the oldest of five children: Von, Ronald, Karen Sue, and Rodney,
and he attended school in Phillipsburg and graduated from Phillipsburg High
School in 1950.&nbsp; Doug attended McNeese
State College for one year and then transferred to the University of Nebraska
where he received a BSc degree in Geology in 1955.&nbsp; While at Nebraska, he was enrolled in the
ROTC program and received a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S.
Army.&nbsp; He was called to active duty a
short time later and after inducted, he was assigned to duty in Schwetzington,
Germany.On February 6, 1955 he was united in marriage to Elizabeth
“Betty” Thurman in Broken Bow, Nebraska, and they were blessed with three
children: Susan, Jill, and Thomas.&nbsp; After
his assignment in the Army was completed, he worked as a geologist in New
Mexico and Colorado.&nbsp; He returned to
Phillipsburg in 1961 to work in the family business as well as part time with
the U.S. Post Office.&nbsp; In 1964, he was
appointed to Postmaster at the Phillipsburg post office.&nbsp; In 1978, Doug received a promotion and he and
his family moved to Hays.&nbsp; Doug enjoyed
his work with the post office and in 1981 he was appointed Hays Postmaster, a
position he held until retirement in 1990.Survivors include his wife Betty of Hays, his three
children, Susan Shanklin and husband Greg of Lawrence, Jill Innes of Madison
WI, and Thomas Innes and wife Lisa of Madison, WI, a foster daughter Tarea
Sanders Fischer of Hays, two brothers, Von Innes and wife Lois of Lincoln, NE, and
Rodney Innes and wife Mary of Olathe, eight grandchildren, two great
granddaughters, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Ronald
Innes, and his sister Karen Sue Dulaney.Inurnment with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076
Honor Guard will be at 9:30 am on Monday, July 28, 2025 in the Kansas Veterans’
Cemetery in WaKeeney followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am at Hays
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family
will receive friends from 4:00 pm until 5:00 on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
the Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Doug may be shared with his family at
www.haysmemorial.com

Douglas H. 'Doug' Innes

Victor
Eugene Potter, 82, died peacefully at his home in Hill City surrounded by his
family. Victor was born to Victor Joy and Cleo Marna (Cross) Potter, July 7,
1942 at Imperial, Nebraska. The family lived on a farm west of Hayes Center,
Nebraska.

Victor was
the oldest of three brothers with Jerry in the middle and Dexter the youngest.
One can only imagine the mischief&nbsp; these
three could dream up. Of course, Victor many times was the instigator and Jerry
and Dexter were the ones that got into the most trouble.

Victor
attended the schools in Hayes Center and graduated from high school there. He
tried college for a semester, but decided it wasn’t for him and instead
enlisted in the United States Navy. This was where Victor would find his
calling.

He was
initially stationed in Pensacola, Florida, and later at the Norfolk Naval Air
Station in Virginia. It was there that Victor gained rank and status.&nbsp; He spent his entire career in Virginia, and
became Commander Master Chief, retiring in the late 1980’s. He had always loved
tinkering with cars and now had time to do just that.

So, he
opened his own&nbsp; business, “Vic’s Mobile
Maintenance” in Norfolk. It has been said, “The man could fix just about
anything and make anything run.”

In 2006,
Victor and his wife Cheryl moved to Hill City, Kansas to be closer to family.
Traveling with their RV, camping and especially fishing with the kids and
grandkids were so special to all.

Victor was
preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Jerry. He is survived by his
wife, Cheryl of Hill City; son Victor F. Potter and wife Eula of Alabama; three
daughters: Marna Wilson and husband Charles of Elizabeth, North Carolina; Vicki
Hauer of Camden, North Carolina; Stephanie Voss of Hill City;&nbsp; a brother Dexter Potter and his wife Claudia
of Hill City; 21 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; nephews: Tony
Potter, Dale Potter and Kirk Potter; and nieces Julie Smith and Lisa Yost.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750778317284.jpeg" alt="Victor Eugene Potter" />
 <figcaption>Victor Eugene Potter</figcaption>
 </figure>Victor
Eugene Potter, 82, died peacefully at his home in Hill City surrounded by his
family. Victor was born to Victor Joy and Cleo Marna (Cross) Potter, July 7,
1942 at Imperial, Nebraska. The family lived on a farm west of Hayes Center,
Nebraska.Victor was
the oldest of three brothers with Jerry in the middle and Dexter the youngest.
One can only imagine the mischief&nbsp; these
three could dream up. Of course, Victor many times was the instigator and Jerry
and Dexter were the ones that got into the most trouble.Victor
attended the schools in Hayes Center and graduated from high school there. He
tried college for a semester, but decided it wasn’t for him and instead
enlisted in the United States Navy. This was where Victor would find his
calling.He was
initially stationed in Pensacola, Florida, and later at the Norfolk Naval Air
Station in Virginia. It was there that Victor gained rank and status.&nbsp; He spent his entire career in Virginia, and
became Commander Master Chief, retiring in the late 1980’s. He had always loved
tinkering with cars and now had time to do just that.So, he
opened his own&nbsp; business, “Vic’s Mobile
Maintenance” in Norfolk. It has been said, “The man could fix just about
anything and make anything run.”In 2006,
Victor and his wife Cheryl moved to Hill City, Kansas to be closer to family.
Traveling with their RV, camping and especially fishing with the kids and
grandkids were so special to all.Victor was
preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Jerry. He is survived by his
wife, Cheryl of Hill City; son Victor F. Potter and wife Eula of Alabama; three
daughters: Marna Wilson and husband Charles of Elizabeth, North Carolina; Vicki
Hauer of Camden, North Carolina; Stephanie Voss of Hill City;&nbsp; a brother Dexter Potter and his wife Claudia
of Hill City; 21 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; nephews: Tony
Potter, Dale Potter and Kirk Potter; and nieces Julie Smith and Lisa Yost.

Victor Eugene Potter

Lawrence 'Larry' Joseph Von Lintel, 71, of Goodland, Kansas,
passed away on June 21, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita,
Kansas.&nbsp;He was born on May 19, 1954, in Hays, Kansas, to Lawrence and
Theresa (Rohleder) Von Lintel.

Larry was raised on the family farm north of Quinter,
Kansas. Despite facing serious health challenges in his early years, he
remained positive and resilient throughout his life.

Larry graduated from Quinter High School in 1972 and later
that year enrolled at Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School in Goodland.
He initially studied auto mechanics but soon found his calling in diesel
mechanics. While attending Vo-Tech, Larry began working at Goodland Greenline.
He later worked for Close Implement in Oakley and spent many years at Taylor
Implement in Hoxie, where he eventually retired. A loyal "John Deere
man" through and through, Larry took great pride in his work in the
agricultural equipment industry.

Known for his remarkable skill and passion for fixing
things, Larry was often found in his garage tinkering and keeping himself busy.
A dedicated and tireless worker, he was always ready to lend a helping hand—day
or night—never asking for anything in return and never complaining.

Family was everything to Larry, and he especially cherished
time spent with his grandchildren. He was known for his cheerful sayings,
including: “I’m fantastic!”, “Howdy Doody,” and “Toodle-oo.”

Larry was a faithful member of the Knights of Columbus.

He married Debbie Horton in May of 1975. Together they had
three children: daughters,&nbsp;Mandi (Matt) Muller of Lawrence, KS, and Candi
(Russell) Owens of Edson, KS; and&nbsp;son, L.J. (Jessica) Von Lintel of
Goodland, KS.

In 1999, Larry married Debi Rarick in a civil ceremony
officiated by the justice of the peace in Hoxie, KS. Out of his deep love and
devotion to Debi, he chose to reaffirm their vows with a formal wedding
ceremony held on August 17, 2024, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
in Goodland, KS.

Through this marriage, Larry gained three children:
daughters Elizabeth (Tom) Sykes of Wichita, KS, and Kari Bell of Hays, KS; and
son Robert (Amanda) Rarick of Tomball, TX.

He was a proud grandfather to fifteen grandchildren: Jordin,
Addison, Blade, Joseph, Landin, Colt, Laney, Nya, Brallion, Leo, Payton, Nikki,
Conner, Ethan, and Eldon. He loved each of them deeply.

Larry is survived by his wife, Debi; his sisters, Kathy
(Jim) Blackwill of Quinter, KS, and Annette (Jerry) Reitmayer of Derby, KS;
brother, Bruce Von Lintel of Larned, KS; and sister-in-law, Mary Von Lintel,
Russel, KS.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and
Theresa Von Lintel, and brother, Nick Von Lintel.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, from 5:00
- 7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main St., Quinter, KS. A vigil
service and recitation of the Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on
Wednesday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 202
Cottonwood St., Park, KS, with burial to follow.

Memorial contributions may be made to Northwest Kansas
Foundation of Hope or Masses in Larry’s honor.

“Toodle-oo,” Larry — until we meet again.

To share memories or leave condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750868204914.jpeg" alt="Lawrence 'Larry' Joseph Von Lintel" />
 <figcaption>Lawrence 'Larry' Joseph Von Lintel</figcaption>
 </figure>Lawrence 'Larry' Joseph Von Lintel, 71, of Goodland, Kansas,
passed away on June 21, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita,
Kansas.&nbsp;He was born on May 19, 1954, in Hays, Kansas, to Lawrence and
Theresa (Rohleder) Von Lintel.Larry was raised on the family farm north of Quinter,
Kansas. Despite facing serious health challenges in his early years, he
remained positive and resilient throughout his life.Larry graduated from Quinter High School in 1972 and later
that year enrolled at Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School in Goodland.
He initially studied auto mechanics but soon found his calling in diesel
mechanics. While attending Vo-Tech, Larry began working at Goodland Greenline.
He later worked for Close Implement in Oakley and spent many years at Taylor
Implement in Hoxie, where he eventually retired. A loyal "John Deere
man" through and through, Larry took great pride in his work in the
agricultural equipment industry.Known for his remarkable skill and passion for fixing
things, Larry was often found in his garage tinkering and keeping himself busy.
A dedicated and tireless worker, he was always ready to lend a helping hand—day
or night—never asking for anything in return and never complaining.Family was everything to Larry, and he especially cherished
time spent with his grandchildren. He was known for his cheerful sayings,
including: “I’m fantastic!”, “Howdy Doody,” and “Toodle-oo.”Larry was a faithful member of the Knights of Columbus.He married Debbie Horton in May of 1975. Together they had
three children: daughters,&nbsp;Mandi (Matt) Muller of Lawrence, KS, and Candi
(Russell) Owens of Edson, KS; and&nbsp;son, L.J. (Jessica) Von Lintel of
Goodland, KS.In 1999, Larry married Debi Rarick in a civil ceremony
officiated by the justice of the peace in Hoxie, KS. Out of his deep love and
devotion to Debi, he chose to reaffirm their vows with a formal wedding
ceremony held on August 17, 2024, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
in Goodland, KS.Through this marriage, Larry gained three children:
daughters Elizabeth (Tom) Sykes of Wichita, KS, and Kari Bell of Hays, KS; and
son Robert (Amanda) Rarick of Tomball, TX.He was a proud grandfather to fifteen grandchildren: Jordin,
Addison, Blade, Joseph, Landin, Colt, Laney, Nya, Brallion, Leo, Payton, Nikki,
Conner, Ethan, and Eldon. He loved each of them deeply.Larry is survived by his wife, Debi; his sisters, Kathy
(Jim) Blackwill of Quinter, KS, and Annette (Jerry) Reitmayer of Derby, KS;
brother, Bruce Von Lintel of Larned, KS; and sister-in-law, Mary Von Lintel,
Russel, KS.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and
Theresa Von Lintel, and brother, Nick Von Lintel.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, from 5:00
- 7:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main St., Quinter, KS. A vigil
service and recitation of the Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on
Wednesday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 202
Cottonwood St., Park, KS, with burial to follow.Memorial contributions may be made to Northwest Kansas
Foundation of Hope or Masses in Larry’s honor.“Toodle-oo,” Larry — until we meet again.To share memories or leave condolences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.

Lawrence 'Larry' Joseph Von Lintel

Marvin 'Curly' Leiker, 84, Hays, died Monday, June 23, 2025, at his home in Hays.

He was born
September 6, 1940 in Hays the son of Ted and Sally (Haas) Leiker.&nbsp; He was ranch manager for Sweetwater Ranch for
40 years and it was there that memories were made and cherished with family and
friends.&nbsp; Curly lived and demonstrated
his strong faith and is well known for the metal sculptures, art, and mailboxes
distributed around the United States.&nbsp; He
has crafted hundreds of metal sculptures for gifts, and sold as a
business/hobby for sixty years.&nbsp; He was
featured in numerous magazines, newspaper articles, and gave demonstrations at
city meetings, churches, and schools.&nbsp; He
was honored to serve his country and be a veteran.

Curly is
survived by his wife Tamy, daughter Kenda Falley, son Tyson Leiker, his
grandchildren Braden and Kate Falley, Jadyn Falley, Cody and Cheyenne Gephart,
and Keaton Leiker, a great granddaughter Imelda, his sisters Mary Luecke and
Shirley (Ivan) Werth, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was
preceded in death by his parents and a daughter Stacy Albers-Leiker.

Curly was
laid to rest in St. Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria.&nbsp; There will be a graveside memorial service at
St. Fidelis Cemetery at 10:30 am on Thursday, June 26, 2025.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, choose a charity that
would be a blessing to others.&nbsp; Services
are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and condolences and
memories of Curly may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750782524664.jpeg" alt="Marvin 'Curly' Leiker" />
 <figcaption>Marvin 'Curly' Leiker</figcaption>
 </figure>Marvin 'Curly' Leiker, 84, Hays, died Monday, June 23, 2025, at his home in Hays.He was born
September 6, 1940 in Hays the son of Ted and Sally (Haas) Leiker.&nbsp; He was ranch manager for Sweetwater Ranch for
40 years and it was there that memories were made and cherished with family and
friends.&nbsp; Curly lived and demonstrated
his strong faith and is well known for the metal sculptures, art, and mailboxes
distributed around the United States.&nbsp; He
has crafted hundreds of metal sculptures for gifts, and sold as a
business/hobby for sixty years.&nbsp; He was
featured in numerous magazines, newspaper articles, and gave demonstrations at
city meetings, churches, and schools.&nbsp; He
was honored to serve his country and be a veteran.Curly is
survived by his wife Tamy, daughter Kenda Falley, son Tyson Leiker, his
grandchildren Braden and Kate Falley, Jadyn Falley, Cody and Cheyenne Gephart,
and Keaton Leiker, a great granddaughter Imelda, his sisters Mary Luecke and
Shirley (Ivan) Werth, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.He was
preceded in death by his parents and a daughter Stacy Albers-Leiker.Curly was
laid to rest in St. Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria.&nbsp; There will be a graveside memorial service at
St. Fidelis Cemetery at 10:30 am on Thursday, June 26, 2025.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, choose a charity that
would be a blessing to others.&nbsp; Services
are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and condolences and
memories of Curly may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Marvin 'Curly' Leiker

Ralph
Gilbert Basgall, 92, passed away on June 22, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1750784002215.jpeg" alt="Ralph Gilbert Basgall" />
 <figcaption>Ralph Gilbert Basgall</figcaption>
 </figure>Ralph
Gilbert Basgall, 92, passed away on June 22, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas.Ralph
was born in Dighton, Kansas, the oldest of thirteen kids born to Everett and
Euphrosena (Hartman) Basgall. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force as a crew
chief to a Two Star Major General—a role he took great pride in. After his
service, he spent 37 years working at Boeing before retiring in 1995.&nbsp;Even
in retirement, Ralph never slowed down. He dedicated time to helping restore
the B-29 Superfortress “Doc,” loved tinkering with old cars, and enjoyed being
with his family.He
is survived by a sister, Kathy and his brothers; Leroy (Charolette), Ronnie
(Pasty), Raymond (Kathy), and Tony (Loretta). His son Michael (Brenda) Basgall,
four grandchildren - Kayleigh (Austin) Agee, Bradyn (Brooke) Basgall, Lynsey
(Morgan) Gardner, and Corbyn Basgall. Along with five
great-grandchildren.&nbsp;He
was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers—Melvin, Virgil, Bobby,
Gerald, Harry, Daniel; a sister, Mary Jane.A
vigil/rosary will be at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, with services Friday morning at
10:00 a.m. both at St Michael’s Catholic Church in La Crosse Kansas USA.Memorial
contributions may be made to Kansas Honor Flight, P.O. Box 2371, Hutchinson, KS
67504.

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