Randell Eugene Hayes,&nbsp;Florissant, CO

Randell Eugene Hayes was born on December 20, 1958, to Loyd Dell and Verian Constance (Speicher) Hayes in Smith Center, Kansas. He passed away without pain from an accident on November 5, 2023, while helping a neighbor near his home in Florissant, Colorado. 

Randy attended grade school and junior high school at Lebanon, Kansas until the fall of 1973 when he was transferred to Downs High School in Downs, Kansas his freshman year. He graduated from DHS with the class of 1977 and continued his education at Butler County Community College in Eldorado, Kansas and then transferred to Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas graduating in 1981 with a computer science degree. While at KWU, he set the decathlon record in track and field and still holds it as of today.&nbsp;&nbsp;

His first employment opportunity was with Hardman Lumber Company in Osborne, Kansas. He was employed at Peterson Industries in Smith Center, Kansas. He moved to Salina in 1990 and was employed with Geoprobe Systems from 1990 until his retirement in June of 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Randy had a strong determination to be the best at whatever he was challenged with. 

He had a natural athletic ability, but besides that, he put in the extra time practicing to perfect his trade. He shot that basketball thousands of times against that old garage. He welded his own high jump standards and made a landing pit in the backyard at the farm. He put in the practice to perfect whatever sport it was the season for. He accomplished all of the sports accolades while having the responsibility of chores on a dairy farm in rural Smith County. Being a country kid, he loved 4-H and FFA. 

As a young man, Randy attended Oak Creek Christian Church south of Lebanon and Rose Valley United Methodist Church north of Downs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After college, Randy continued his love of sports and fitness by playing town-team basketball, running fun-runs with a few marathons thrown in. He also enjoyed being on bowling teams in Downs and Salina, clogging and square dancing. 

Square dancing is where he met his wife, Dolores (Dee) Ann Smith. Randy was a smooth dancer, and you could not take your eye off that couple. Dee would sew their unique outfits and they would continue to dance until they couldn’t. They enjoyed video games, traveling and exploring together. Randy also enjoyed car shows, barbeques and he was also a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys.

Randy gained two sons from his marriage to Dee: Jeff and Kasey Feagin. He stepped into the role of stepdad and grandpa as a natural. To be close to their sons, Dee and Randy put together a dream of retiring to Colorado. Randy was able to retire from Geoprobe Systems at age 59 and they made their dream a reality. While in Florissant, Randy quickly became involved with local associations and made many friends. Sadly, Dee passed away in May of 2022.&nbsp;

Those preceding Randy in death are Dolores Ann Hayes (Smith), wife; Loyd and Verian Hayes, parents; Pearl Ryan Hayes (stepmother of 19 years); Dell and Nell Hayes, paternal grandparents; Paul and Frances Speicher, maternal grandparents; Aunt Loyce (Albert) Rotman; Aunt Loretta (Dale) Flynn.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Those left to cherish his memory are stepsons Jeff (Alisha) Feagin and Kasey (Jason) Feagin; grandchildren Chris Feagin and Tempa Feagin; great-granddaughter, Zimberlyn Feagin and a new great-grandson on the way, all from Colorado; sisters Cindy (Jerry) Fassler in Lafayette, Colorado; Janice (David) Wright in Ellensburg, Washington; Lee Ann (Bryan) Shearer in Almena, Kansas; nephews Josh, Jerrod and Jesse Fassler, Carson Wallace, Devin and Gavin Shearer; nieces Rebecca and Robyn Wright; the five first cousins Daryl Rotman, Jilinda Flynn, Brian Flynn, Mark Flynn, and Jeri Hanus.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 16, 2023, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends during that time.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Crystal Plains cemetery, rural Smith County.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Randell Hayes Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

<h2>Randell Eugene Hayes,&nbsp;Florissant, CO</h2><figure>
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 </figure>December 20, 1958 - Novembre 5, 2023Randell Eugene Hayes was born on December 20, 1958, to Loyd Dell and Verian Constance (Speicher) Hayes in Smith Center, Kansas. He passed away without pain from an accident on November 5, 2023, while helping a neighbor near his home in Florissant, Colorado. Randy attended grade school and junior high school at Lebanon, Kansas until the fall of 1973 when he was transferred to Downs High School in Downs, Kansas his freshman year. He graduated from DHS with the class of 1977 and continued his education at Butler County Community College in Eldorado, Kansas and then transferred to Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas graduating in 1981 with a computer science degree. While at KWU, he set the decathlon record in track and field and still holds it as of today.&nbsp;&nbsp;His first employment opportunity was with Hardman Lumber Company in Osborne, Kansas. He was employed at Peterson Industries in Smith Center, Kansas. He moved to Salina in 1990 and was employed with Geoprobe Systems from 1990 until his retirement in June of 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Randy had a strong determination to be the best at whatever he was challenged with. He had a natural athletic ability, but besides that, he put in the extra time practicing to perfect his trade. He shot that basketball thousands of times against that old garage. He welded his own high jump standards and made a landing pit in the backyard at the farm. He put in the practice to perfect whatever sport it was the season for. He accomplished all of the sports accolades while having the responsibility of chores on a dairy farm in rural Smith County. Being a country kid, he loved 4-H and FFA. As a young man, Randy attended Oak Creek Christian Church south of Lebanon and Rose Valley United Methodist Church north of Downs.&nbsp;&nbsp;After college, Randy continued his love of sports and fitness by playing town-team basketball, running fun-runs with a few marathons thrown in. He also enjoyed being on bowling teams in Downs and Salina, clogging and square dancing. Square dancing is where he met his wife, Dolores (Dee) Ann Smith. Randy was a smooth dancer, and you could not take your eye off that couple. Dee would sew their unique outfits and they would continue to dance until they couldn’t. They enjoyed video games, traveling and exploring together. Randy also enjoyed car shows, barbeques and he was also a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys.Randy gained two sons from his marriage to Dee: Jeff and Kasey Feagin. He stepped into the role of stepdad and grandpa as a natural. To be close to their sons, Dee and Randy put together a dream of retiring to Colorado. Randy was able to retire from Geoprobe Systems at age 59 and they made their dream a reality. While in Florissant, Randy quickly became involved with local associations and made many friends. Sadly, Dee passed away in May of 2022.&nbsp;Those preceding Randy in death are Dolores Ann Hayes (Smith), wife; Loyd and Verian Hayes, parents; Pearl Ryan Hayes (stepmother of 19 years); Dell and Nell Hayes, paternal grandparents; Paul and Frances Speicher, maternal grandparents; Aunt Loyce (Albert) Rotman; Aunt Loretta (Dale) Flynn.&nbsp;&nbsp;Those left to cherish his memory are stepsons Jeff (Alisha) Feagin and Kasey (Jason) Feagin; grandchildren Chris Feagin and Tempa Feagin; great-granddaughter, Zimberlyn Feagin and a new great-grandson on the way, all from Colorado; sisters Cindy (Jerry) Fassler in Lafayette, Colorado; Janice (David) Wright in Ellensburg, Washington; Lee Ann (Bryan) Shearer in Almena, Kansas; nephews Josh, Jerrod and Jesse Fassler, Carson Wallace, Devin and Gavin Shearer; nieces Rebecca and Robyn Wright; the five first cousins Daryl Rotman, Jilinda Flynn, Brian Flynn, Mark Flynn, and Jeri Hanus.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, November 16, 2023, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends during that time.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Crystal Plains cemetery, rural Smith County.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Randell Hayes Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

Randell Eugene Hayes

David Francis Keeler, 66, passed away November 13, 2023, at the University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend campus. He was born January 16, 1957, at Great Bend, to Darrell and Edith (Schwartz) Keeler.&nbsp;

A lifetime Great Bend resident, David was a 40-year dedicated worker for the city of Great Bend in the street and park departments, most recently working at the Great Bend Cemetery. In his early years, he worked for Don’s Food Market and Great Bend Manufacturing. 

David was a motorcycle and gun enthusiast, and was considered extremely handy, especially being accomplished in concrete work and woodworking. &nbsp;He enjoyed deer and turkey hunting, and time spent with family and friends.&nbsp;

Survivors include, his mother, Edith Keeler; his longtime companion, Cheryl Turner; a sister, Nancy Crawford; two nephews, Anthony Crawford and Alex Crawford; a niece, Emily Crawford; great-nephew, Jayden Crawford and great-niece, Maddie Beagle, all of Great Bend.

 He was preceded in death by his father, Darrell Keeler; and a brother-in-law, Mike Crawford.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m.to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, November 17, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Interment will be in the St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Seward. 

Memorials have been designated to Heartland Cancer Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

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<h2>David Francis Keeler, Great Bend</h2><figure>
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 </figure>January 16, 1957 - November 13, 2023David Francis Keeler, 66, passed away November 13, 2023, at the University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend campus. He was born January 16, 1957, at Great Bend, to Darrell and Edith (Schwartz) Keeler.&nbsp;A lifetime Great Bend resident, David was a 40-year dedicated worker for the city of Great Bend in the street and park departments, most recently working at the Great Bend Cemetery. In his early years, he worked for Don’s Food Market and Great Bend Manufacturing. David was a motorcycle and gun enthusiast, and was considered extremely handy, especially being accomplished in concrete work and woodworking. &nbsp;He enjoyed deer and turkey hunting, and time spent with family and friends.&nbsp;Survivors include, his mother, Edith Keeler; his longtime companion, Cheryl Turner; a sister, Nancy Crawford; two nephews, Anthony Crawford and Alex Crawford; a niece, Emily Crawford; great-nephew, Jayden Crawford and great-niece, Maddie Beagle, all of Great Bend. He was preceded in death by his father, Darrell Keeler; and a brother-in-law, Mike Crawford.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m.to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, November 17, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Interment will be in the St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Seward. Memorials have been designated to Heartland Cancer Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;David Francis Keeler, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/david-keeler/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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TRIBUNE — Marilyn Lee Angood, age 73, passed away at the Greeley County Hospital on Thursday, November 9, 2023. She was born on January 1, 1950, to Lawrence and Maxine (Carter) Lehman in Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp;

Marilyn was born and raised in Tribune and returned home after spending thirty years in Pratt. She brought joy to so many people with her declarations of “I love you.” She was a member of the Red Hat Society and the Elks Lodge in Pratt and Eastern Star. She was gifted with talents in crafting and quilting and loved to hunt for antiques in Garden City. At Christmas time, she played Mrs. Claus with her husband, Gerrald playing Santa for the children and young at heart.

On June 19, 1988, Marilyn married Gerrald Angood in Pratt, Kansas. He passed away on August 21, 2011.

Marilyn is survived by her children Michelle “Shelly” and Todd Seba of Pratt, Kansas, Corrinna “Corrie” and Todd Nemechek of Tribune, Kansas, James “Jamey &amp; Dawn Howell of Forth Smith, Arkansas, Jay and Debbie Angood of Pratt, Kansas, Nancy and Dave Nimz of Boyd, Texas, Gayle and Wes Bridgeman of Prosper, Texas, her brother Ronald and Cecilia Lehman of Tribune, Kansas, her sister Geny Hawkins of Colorado Springs, Colorado, 15 grandchildren, and 31 great-grandchildren.

Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and two brothers,&nbsp; Leon and Lawrence Jr.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023, at the United Methodist Church in Tribune, Kansas at 2:00 p.m. (Mountain time) with pastor Jeri Smith presiding.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 2:00 (Central time), at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Pratt, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the Greeley County Hospital or the Greeley County Long Term Care in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 161, Leoti, KS 67861.

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 </figure>January 1, 1950 - November 9, 2023TRIBUNE — Marilyn Lee Angood, age 73, passed away at the Greeley County Hospital on Thursday, November 9, 2023. She was born on January 1, 1950, to Lawrence and Maxine (Carter) Lehman in Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp;Marilyn was born and raised in Tribune and returned home after spending thirty years in Pratt. She brought joy to so many people with her declarations of “I love you.” She was a member of the Red Hat Society and the Elks Lodge in Pratt and Eastern Star. She was gifted with talents in crafting and quilting and loved to hunt for antiques in Garden City. At Christmas time, she played Mrs. Claus with her husband, Gerrald playing Santa for the children and young at heart.On June 19, 1988, Marilyn married Gerrald Angood in Pratt, Kansas. He passed away on August 21, 2011.Marilyn is survived by her children Michelle “Shelly” and Todd Seba of Pratt, Kansas, Corrinna “Corrie” and Todd Nemechek of Tribune, Kansas, James “Jamey &amp; Dawn Howell of Forth Smith, Arkansas, Jay and Debbie Angood of Pratt, Kansas, Nancy and Dave Nimz of Boyd, Texas, Gayle and Wes Bridgeman of Prosper, Texas, her brother Ronald and Cecilia Lehman of Tribune, Kansas, her sister Geny Hawkins of Colorado Springs, Colorado, 15 grandchildren, and 31 great-grandchildren.Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and two brothers,&nbsp; Leon and Lawrence Jr.A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023, at the United Methodist Church in Tribune, Kansas at 2:00 p.m. (Mountain time) with pastor Jeri Smith presiding.A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 2:00 (Central time), at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Pratt, Kansas.Memorials may be made to the Greeley County Hospital or the Greeley County Long Term Care in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 161, Leoti, KS 67861.There will be no calling times.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/15c39965-4116-4859-91a6-9d0bb0696100" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Marilyn Angood, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/15c39965-4116-4859-91a6-9d0bb0696100" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Roberta (Bobbie) Sue Rehor, 73, Goodland, Kansas resident, passed away on November 9, 2023, in Goodland, Kansas. Bobbie was born to George and Elaine McCall Bear on January 19, 1950, in Goodland.&nbsp; 

Bobbie grew up on a farm north of Brewster and graduated from Brewster High School in 1968.&nbsp; She then attended Northwest Kansas Vo-Tech for a year and received her license in cosmetology.

It was during this year she met Joe Rehor and united in marriage on August 23, 1969.&nbsp; To this union they had two children, Julie and Kevin.&nbsp;

Shortly in the marriage, Joe was called to serve in the Army in Germany, in which Bobbie and year-old Julie lived in Germany during Joe’s duty.&nbsp; After returning to the United States, Bobbie became a farm wife and homemaker taking care of the children while helping on the family farm in Joes, Colorado.&nbsp; Bobbie practiced cosmetology from her home and spent time in her garden and canning.&nbsp; She also belonged to the Sunshine Club and she participated in community services in the Joes and Kirk area.&nbsp;

After divorcing in 1991, Bobbie lived in Denver for a short time and then moved to Goodland to be near her family.&nbsp; She worked several jobs and then became a medical record assistant at Goodland Regional Medical Center for 17 years where she took great pride in her work and assisting the patients.&nbsp; 

After leaving her job at the hospital, she filled her time with following her grandkids in all their activities, watching the Broncos, and participating in bowling and dart leagues in Goodland.&nbsp; She also enjoyed attending single dances where she enjoyed dancing. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary 1133 in Goodland where she enjoyed the gatherings and volunteering.&nbsp; &nbsp;Bobbie made some great friends through all her activities.&nbsp; Those that knew Bobbie knew her as a joyful and sweet lady that would do anything for anyone.&nbsp; Bobbie was a strong person that never let her illness keep her from doing what she wanted to do.&nbsp;

She was proceeded in death by her parents and brother Gary Bear.

Bobbie is survived by her daughter, Julie Crow (Melvin) of Goodland, grandsons Manten (girlfriend Emma) and Jarek, son Kevin Rehor of Windsor, Colorado, three granddaughters, Storm Rehor, Tori Marshall, and Kenzie Rehor, three great grandchildren, one sister Cinda Speakman of Colorado and a&nbsp;brother Kermit Bear (Claudette) of Bird City, Kansas.

Memorial services will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Brewster Cemetery in Brewster, Kansas.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Goodland VFW Auxiliary Post 1133 or Goodland Gun Club and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell, 211 North Main Avenue, Goodland, KS&nbsp; 67735.

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Memorial contributions may be designated to the Goodland VFW Auxiliary or to the Goodland Gun Club and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

<h2>Roberta Sue Rehor, Goodland</h2><figure>
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 </figure>January 19, 1950 - November 9, 2023Roberta (Bobbie) Sue Rehor, 73, Goodland, Kansas resident, passed away on November 9, 2023, in Goodland, Kansas. Bobbie was born to George and Elaine McCall Bear on January 19, 1950, in Goodland.&nbsp; Bobbie grew up on a farm north of Brewster and graduated from Brewster High School in 1968.&nbsp; She then attended Northwest Kansas Vo-Tech for a year and received her license in cosmetology.It was during this year she met Joe Rehor and united in marriage on August 23, 1969.&nbsp; To this union they had two children, Julie and Kevin.&nbsp;Shortly in the marriage, Joe was called to serve in the Army in Germany, in which Bobbie and year-old Julie lived in Germany during Joe’s duty.&nbsp; After returning to the United States, Bobbie became a farm wife and homemaker taking care of the children while helping on the family farm in Joes, Colorado.&nbsp; Bobbie practiced cosmetology from her home and spent time in her garden and canning.&nbsp; She also belonged to the Sunshine Club and she participated in community services in the Joes and Kirk area.&nbsp;After divorcing in 1991, Bobbie lived in Denver for a short time and then moved to Goodland to be near her family.&nbsp; She worked several jobs and then became a medical record assistant at Goodland Regional Medical Center for 17 years where she took great pride in her work and assisting the patients.&nbsp; After leaving her job at the hospital, she filled her time with following her grandkids in all their activities, watching the Broncos, and participating in bowling and dart leagues in Goodland.&nbsp; She also enjoyed attending single dances where she enjoyed dancing. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary 1133 in Goodland where she enjoyed the gatherings and volunteering.&nbsp; &nbsp;Bobbie made some great friends through all her activities.&nbsp; Those that knew Bobbie knew her as a joyful and sweet lady that would do anything for anyone.&nbsp; Bobbie was a strong person that never let her illness keep her from doing what she wanted to do.&nbsp;She was proceeded in death by her parents and brother Gary Bear.Bobbie is survived by her daughter, Julie Crow (Melvin) of Goodland, grandsons Manten (girlfriend Emma) and Jarek, son Kevin Rehor of Windsor, Colorado, three granddaughters, Storm Rehor, Tori Marshall, and Kenzie Rehor, three great grandchildren, one sister Cinda Speakman of Colorado and a&nbsp;brother Kermit Bear (Claudette) of Bird City, Kansas.Memorial services will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Brewster Cemetery in Brewster, Kansas.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be designated to the Goodland VFW Auxiliary Post 1133 or Goodland Gun Club and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell, 211 North Main Avenue, Goodland, KS&nbsp; 67735.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/be22ac9d-c3ec-4334-8bca-923a8c9ab621" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Roberta Sue Rehor, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/be22ac9d-c3ec-4334-8bca-923a8c9ab621" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Goodland VFW Auxiliary or to the Goodland Gun Club and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/be22ac9d-c3ec-4334-8bca-923a8c9ab621" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Roberta Sue Rehor, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/be22ac9d-c3ec-4334-8bca-923a8c9ab621" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Roberta Sue Rehor

David Wayne Chestnut was born January 9, 1957, in Phillipsburg, Kansas. He passed away November 9, 2023 at the age of 66.

David was born to Thelma Braun and was blessed to have Leroy Braun as his foster father.

David married his wife Christina July 12, 1984.

Growing up he rode race horses which he was passionate about. Coon hunting was another favorite pastime. He also did a little rodeoing.

Hunting with his dogs was one of his favorite things. He enjoyed fishing, horseback riding and his chickens. He preferred to be outdoors as much as possible. He also loved working with his cattle.

He is preceded in death by son, William, mother, Thelma, and foster father, Leroy.

Survivors include his wife Christina, daughter Mandy Goble of Logan, brother Delton Braun of Phillipsburg, sisters Regina Borthwick of Hays, Rhonda Stegmaier of Phillipsburg, Rolanda Capps of Kirwin, Roxie Braun of Phillipsburg, and Becky Davis of Lincoln, NE, two grandchildren and many nephews and nieces.

He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of many. His spirit will continue to inspire, his memory will continue to comfort.

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 </figure>David Wayne Chestnut was born January 9, 1957, in Phillipsburg, Kansas. He passed away November 9, 2023 at the age of 66.David was born to Thelma Braun and was blessed to have Leroy Braun as his foster father.David married his wife Christina July 12, 1984.Growing up he rode race horses which he was passionate about. Coon hunting was another favorite pastime. He also did a little rodeoing.Hunting with his dogs was one of his favorite things. He enjoyed fishing, horseback riding and his chickens. He preferred to be outdoors as much as possible. He also loved working with his cattle.He is preceded in death by son, William, mother, Thelma, and foster father, Leroy.Survivors include his wife Christina, daughter Mandy Goble of Logan, brother Delton Braun of Phillipsburg, sisters Regina Borthwick of Hays, Rhonda Stegmaier of Phillipsburg, Rolanda Capps of Kirwin, Roxie Braun of Phillipsburg, and Becky Davis of Lincoln, NE, two grandchildren and many nephews and nieces.He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of many. His spirit will continue to inspire, his memory will continue to comfort.To send flowers to the family of David, please&nbsp;<a href="http://simmonsrentschler-mortuary.tributestore.com/?oId=29860430&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.837611060.1682956848:GS1.1.1699912792.95.0.1699912801.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

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Harvey Lee “Butch” Roush, Jr, of Lincoln, Kansas, passed away on November 9, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on December 16, 1945, to Harvey Lee and Elma Marie (Killian) Roush in Ellsworth, Kansas.

He is survived by his three sons, Doug (Jessica Burt) Roush of Edmond, Oklahoma, Tony Roush of Overland Park, Kansas, and Chris (Tara) Roush of Salina, Kansas; daughter-in-law, Melissa Roush of Salina, Kansas; two sisters, Betty Zelenka of Minneapolis, Kansas and Jeannette (Larry) Feldkamp of Sylvan Grove, Kansas; two grandchildren, Logan Roush and Alanna Roush (Derik Kinghorn); and three great-grandchildren, Wyatt Roush, Adler “Addy” Kinghorn, and Amelia “Millie” Kinghorn.

Butch was preceded in death by his brothers, Keith Roush and Gene Wacker; sister, Helen Stephens; grandson, Dylan Roush; special friends, Vernece Cleveland and Kathy Krisher; and parents Elma and Harvey Roush Sr., and Sarah and Frank Wacker.

A funeral service will be held on November 18, 2023, at 1 p.m., at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 610 24th Street, in Wilson. There will be no visitation. Burial will be at Voss Cemetery in Vesper, followed by a reception at the First Baptist Church in Wilson.

Memorials are suggested to VFW Post #7928 and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 533, Wilson, Kansas 67490.

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 </figure>December 16, 1945 - November 9, 2023Harvey Lee “Butch” Roush, Jr, of Lincoln, Kansas, passed away on November 9, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on December 16, 1945, to Harvey Lee and Elma Marie (Killian) Roush in Ellsworth, Kansas.He is survived by his three sons, Doug (Jessica Burt) Roush of Edmond, Oklahoma, Tony Roush of Overland Park, Kansas, and Chris (Tara) Roush of Salina, Kansas; daughter-in-law, Melissa Roush of Salina, Kansas; two sisters, Betty Zelenka of Minneapolis, Kansas and Jeannette (Larry) Feldkamp of Sylvan Grove, Kansas; two grandchildren, Logan Roush and Alanna Roush (Derik Kinghorn); and three great-grandchildren, Wyatt Roush, Adler “Addy” Kinghorn, and Amelia “Millie” Kinghorn.Butch was preceded in death by his brothers, Keith Roush and Gene Wacker; sister, Helen Stephens; grandson, Dylan Roush; special friends, Vernece Cleveland and Kathy Krisher; and parents Elma and Harvey Roush Sr., and Sarah and Frank Wacker.A funeral service will be held on November 18, 2023, at 1 p.m., at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 610 24th Street, in Wilson. There will be no visitation. Burial will be at Voss Cemetery in Vesper, followed by a reception at the First Baptist Church in Wilson.Memorials are suggested to VFW Post #7928 and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 533, Wilson, Kansas 67490.

Harvey Lee 'Butch' Roush, Jr.

Bleau Neal Bennett Reitan, 66, died on November 12, 2023 at the Ness County Hospital, Ness City, Kansas. 

Bleau is a granddaughter of Marguerite and the daughter of Francis and William Neal. Her mother is French, and her father is Irish, British. &nbsp;She definitely inherited both of her parents' no filter, stubborn, and temper. Very unique! She had a big brother named Ivan. She was an aunt, wife, mother, and grandmother. 

Her grandchildren are Myah, Makayla, Marcos, Cassie, Zoe, Gus, Aurora, and Rowan. She is also a survivor of breast cancer but a victim of lung cancer. She lost her mother and her brother at a young age. Both of them have died from cancer. Cancer hasn't been kind to her family, unfortunately. 

She was an EMT and a CNA, also a server. 

She loved life, her husband, her kiddos, and grandchildren in her own way, and her animals. She loved to rescue unwanted animals and loved to ride horses, motorcycles, and art. She was a free-spirit wildflower hippie; she even adopted many teens with whom she was a second mom to them. Many can tell stories about Bleau. She had her ups and downs just like the rest of us. She loved many and was loved by many as well. 

The past four years were extremely rough on her. From being strong well to unable to take care of herself because of breast cancer, she had only a 20% chance to live. She beat the odds, and about two years later, she was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. &nbsp;She never gave up; she was a fighter special with my baby sister and dad's help and love. It was extremely hard on my sister and dad. We cherish all the moments, good and bad, we had with her. All has happened in the past; it made us all stronger. 

We love your mom, and you will always be part of us. We miss and love you terribly, but we know you are no longer suffering and in a better place. I know you are with Maremere Boggs, your parents, and your brother and Stacey. Give them our love. We will see you again.

Cremation has taken place, and no services are planned.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Ford County Humane Society.&nbsp;

Memories and words of support may be left for the family by signing the guestbook.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Bleau Neal Reitan, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com/obituary/bleau-reitan/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Bleau Neal Reitan</h2>June 15, 1957 - November 12, 2023Bleau Neal Bennett Reitan, 66, died on November 12, 2023 at the Ness County Hospital, Ness City, Kansas. Bleau is a granddaughter of Marguerite and the daughter of Francis and William Neal. Her mother is French, and her father is Irish, British. &nbsp;She definitely inherited both of her parents' no filter, stubborn, and temper. Very unique! She had a big brother named Ivan. She was an aunt, wife, mother, and grandmother. Her grandchildren are Myah, Makayla, Marcos, Cassie, Zoe, Gus, Aurora, and Rowan. She is also a survivor of breast cancer but a victim of lung cancer. She lost her mother and her brother at a young age. Both of them have died from cancer. Cancer hasn't been kind to her family, unfortunately. She was an EMT and a CNA, also a server. She loved life, her husband, her kiddos, and grandchildren in her own way, and her animals. She loved to rescue unwanted animals and loved to ride horses, motorcycles, and art. She was a free-spirit wildflower hippie; she even adopted many teens with whom she was a second mom to them. Many can tell stories about Bleau. She had her ups and downs just like the rest of us. She loved many and was loved by many as well. The past four years were extremely rough on her. From being strong well to unable to take care of herself because of breast cancer, she had only a 20% chance to live. She beat the odds, and about two years later, she was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. &nbsp;She never gave up; she was a fighter special with my baby sister and dad's help and love. It was extremely hard on my sister and dad. We cherish all the moments, good and bad, we had with her. All has happened in the past; it made us all stronger. We love your mom, and you will always be part of us. We miss and love you terribly, but we know you are no longer suffering and in a better place. I know you are with Maremere Boggs, your parents, and your brother and Stacey. Give them our love. We will see you again.Cremation has taken place, and no services are planned.Memorial contributions may be given to the Ford County Humane Society.&nbsp;Memories and words of support may be left for the family by signing the guestbook.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Bleau Neal Reitan, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com/obituary/bleau-reitan/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Bleau Neal Reitan

Maynard Melvin Steitz, 90, La Crosse, Kansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.

Maynard was born January 25, 1933, on a farm north of Bison, Kansas, the son of Jake and Elizabeth (Wilhelm) Steitz.

He was a 1951 graduate of Bison High School, Bison, Kansas. &nbsp;He graduated from Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, in 1955 with a bachelor of arts degree in economics and business administration.

He was a Navy aviation pilot and flew an F9F Cougar jet aircraft. &nbsp;After the service, he held various positions in the Federal Aviation Administration as a flight safety officer.

Maynard enjoyed golf, reading, and traveled to numerous destinations in and outside of the United States. &nbsp;He was a resident of La Crosse, Kansas, since 2010. &nbsp;He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Otis, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by one sister, Wilma Steadman, La Crosse, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Mary Steitz, La Crosse, Kansas, and Beverly Steitz, Inola, Oklahoma; and 17 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Leona Steitz; four brothers, Victor, Reinhold, Eberhardt and Leland Steitz; and three sisters, Verneta Healzer, Leona Keil, and Ruby Shank.

Graveside service and interment will be Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Otis, Kansas, with Pastor Phyllis Burdge officiating.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P.O.&nbsp; Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785-222-2517.

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 </figure>January 25, 1933 - November 8, 2023Maynard Melvin Steitz, 90, La Crosse, Kansas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.Maynard was born January 25, 1933, on a farm north of Bison, Kansas, the son of Jake and Elizabeth (Wilhelm) Steitz.He was a 1951 graduate of Bison High School, Bison, Kansas. &nbsp;He graduated from Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, in 1955 with a bachelor of arts degree in economics and business administration.He was a Navy aviation pilot and flew an F9F Cougar jet aircraft. &nbsp;After the service, he held various positions in the Federal Aviation Administration as a flight safety officer.Maynard enjoyed golf, reading, and traveled to numerous destinations in and outside of the United States. &nbsp;He was a resident of La Crosse, Kansas, since 2010. &nbsp;He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Otis, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by one sister, Wilma Steadman, La Crosse, Kansas; two sisters-in-law, Mary Steitz, La Crosse, Kansas, and Beverly Steitz, Inola, Oklahoma; and 17 nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Leona Steitz; four brothers, Victor, Reinhold, Eberhardt and Leland Steitz; and three sisters, Verneta Healzer, Leona Keil, and Ruby Shank.Graveside service and interment will be Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Otis, Kansas, with Pastor Phyllis Burdge officiating.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P.O.&nbsp; Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785-222-2517.

Maynard Melvin Steitz

Our mother Mary Helen (Sutter) Weed passed away on November 9, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1932 to Andrew and Sophie Sutter in Athens, Wisconsin. She was the sixth of seven children, brothers George, Andrew, Eddie, Robert, James and sister Evelyn.

Mom worked at the drug store during high school and went to the Catholic school that was just two blocks from her home, going to Mass with her grandmother every day. In high school she enjoyed band playing the snare drums. 

After high school she and a friend moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and that is where she met Jack Weed. They were married on March 29,1954 at 5 a.m. before Jack shipped out. When Jack got out of the Navy, they traveled back to Kansas to live in a very small trailer in the backyard of Jack’s parents’ home. 

She did ironing and babysitting. She also worked at night at the Levant Nursing home as a nurse’s aide for several years until she got the opportunity to become a cook at the Brewster School. She started cooking in the 1974-75 school year and cooked there till 1995. She loved that job and all the kids. When she retired from the school, she became a breakfast attendant at Holiday Inn Express for several years meeting and becoming friends with returning customers and their families. 

She moved to Colby after being in Levant for several years after Jack died. She missed Levant and looking out the back kitchen window watching the beautiful sunsets and the storms coming from Colorado. Several tornadoes were watched out that window. 

She loved to quilt and several of us have quilts she made. She continued to quilt at the museum and help with bingo at the nursing homes. Sneak cheating on Sudoku and crossword puzzles, playing Barbies with the daycare kids and grandkids was always a good time. As her health failed her, she moved in with Dwight and Susan in December of 2021.

She was a member of several organizations Thomas County RSVP, VFW Woman’s Auxiliary, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Young at Heart Singing Group and Senior Shufflers.

She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws Bessie and Milburn Weed; her husband Jack; sons, David and Chuck and brothers George, Eddie, Robert, Andrew and James.

Survived by her children, Susan (Dwight) Focke, Nancy (David) Ohlrogge, all of Colby and Michael (Michelle) Weed of Levant and daughter-in-law Mary Alice Weed, of Salina; grandchildren Britt and Amanda Focke, of Casper Wyoming, Ryan and Tiffany Stevenson, Selden, KS, Todd and Genevieve Ohlrogge, Eric and Valerie Ohlrogge; Donavon Ohlrogge and Josh Weed, all of Colby, Danielle, Scott City, Adam and Lydia Kirchman, of Salina, Andrew Weed, of Salina, and Jake and Ellie Sullivan, Wichita; 18 great-grandchildren and her sister Evelyn Eder, of Hayward Wisc.

A Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m., with a rosary prior at 9:30 a.m., Monday November 20, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby. Mass may be viewed on Youtube: Sacred Heart Catholic Parish Colby. Burial will take place at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Colby. 

The family is requesting in lieu of flowers or plants a donation may be made to the Thomas County Community Foundation in honor of Mary’s life and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. She selected the Darren Miller Memorial Food for Kids Fund at the Foundation. This fund is set up to help impact kids in Thomas County with food insecurities. Mary loved kids and would like her legacy to continue to support them.

For information or condolences visit baalmannmannmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Our mother Mary Helen (Sutter) Weed passed away on November 9, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1932 to Andrew and Sophie Sutter in Athens, Wisconsin. She was the sixth of seven children, brothers George, Andrew, Eddie, Robert, James and sister Evelyn.Mom worked at the drug store during high school and went to the Catholic school that was just two blocks from her home, going to Mass with her grandmother every day. In high school she enjoyed band playing the snare drums. After high school she and a friend moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and that is where she met Jack Weed. They were married on March 29,1954 at 5 a.m. before Jack shipped out. When Jack got out of the Navy, they traveled back to Kansas to live in a very small trailer in the backyard of Jack’s parents’ home. She did ironing and babysitting. She also worked at night at the Levant Nursing home as a nurse’s aide for several years until she got the opportunity to become a cook at the Brewster School. She started cooking in the 1974-75 school year and cooked there till 1995. She loved that job and all the kids. When she retired from the school, she became a breakfast attendant at Holiday Inn Express for several years meeting and becoming friends with returning customers and their families. She moved to Colby after being in Levant for several years after Jack died. She missed Levant and looking out the back kitchen window watching the beautiful sunsets and the storms coming from Colorado. Several tornadoes were watched out that window. She loved to quilt and several of us have quilts she made. She continued to quilt at the museum and help with bingo at the nursing homes. Sneak cheating on Sudoku and crossword puzzles, playing Barbies with the daycare kids and grandkids was always a good time. As her health failed her, she moved in with Dwight and Susan in December of 2021.She was a member of several organizations Thomas County RSVP, VFW Woman’s Auxiliary, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Young at Heart Singing Group and Senior Shufflers.She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws Bessie and Milburn Weed; her husband Jack; sons, David and Chuck and brothers George, Eddie, Robert, Andrew and James.Survived by her children, Susan (Dwight) Focke, Nancy (David) Ohlrogge, all of Colby and Michael (Michelle) Weed of Levant and daughter-in-law Mary Alice Weed, of Salina; grandchildren Britt and Amanda Focke, of Casper Wyoming, Ryan and Tiffany Stevenson, Selden, KS, Todd and Genevieve Ohlrogge, Eric and Valerie Ohlrogge; Donavon Ohlrogge and Josh Weed, all of Colby, Danielle, Scott City, Adam and Lydia Kirchman, of Salina, Andrew Weed, of Salina, and Jake and Ellie Sullivan, Wichita; 18 great-grandchildren and her sister Evelyn Eder, of Hayward Wisc.A Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m., with a rosary prior at 9:30 a.m., Monday November 20, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby. Mass may be viewed on Youtube: Sacred Heart Catholic Parish Colby. Burial will take place at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Colby. The family is requesting in lieu of flowers or plants a donation may be made to the Thomas County Community Foundation in honor of Mary’s life and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. She selected the Darren Miller Memorial Food for Kids Fund at the Foundation. This fund is set up to help impact kids in Thomas County with food insecurities. Mary loved kids and would like her legacy to continue to support them.For information or condolences visit baalmannmannmortuary.com.

Mary Helen Weed (Sutter)

Bernadine Joan Spresser, 90, passed away on November 9, 2023 at her home in Leoville, KS. Bernadine was born on March 5, 1933, on the family farm west of Dresden, KS to Bernard “Ben” and Philomena “Minnie” (Kruse) Ritter. Bernadine was the ninth of eleven children.

Bernadine attended and graduated Leoville Grade and High School in Leoville, KS in 1951. She worked in St. Catherine’s Hospital in McCook, NE as a nurse’s aide until she got married.

On November 22, 1955 Bernadine married her husband of 58 years, Donald Spresser. 

She was a farm wife, gardener, mother, and woman of many talents including making rosaries for the priest and missions. In 1984, she went to work cooking at the Golden Plains Grade School until she retired in 2009, after 25 years of service. Bernadine was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Daughters of Isabella, Legion of Mary, Leoville Altar Society, and the American Legion Auxiliary.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents; three sisters, Alfreda, Florence, and Sister Dolores, and seven brothers, Cletus, Raymond, Seraphim, Francis, Sylvester, Victor, and Dennis; grandson, Brett Spresser; great-granddaughter, Kassidy Frasier, and a foster daughter, Mary Weis.

Bernadine is survived by her seven children: Carl, Delores (Dan) Juenemann, Leroy (Renee), Dennis (Shawn), Daniel (Annette), Alan (Tonya), Donna (Jim) Kindler; 34 grandchildren: Carl – Justin (Chrystina), Austin (Abbi), Kyle (Stephanie), Jordan (Randa), Delores – Mathew (Christy), Michelle, Mark, Megan (Joel), Leroy – Danielle (Eric), Dusty, Darcie (Warkim), Devin (Brandy), Camron, Caitlin (Ben), Dennis – Kelsey (Ben), Katie (Reagan), Kendra (Jordan), Kade (Carly), Daniel – Nichole (Brent), Rilee (Amber), Grant (Jayla), Hailee (Dalton), Alan – Brittney, Tanner, Gabi (Chase), Gannon, Donna – Jacob (Rachel), Rachel (Andy), Kerry, Jay (Amber), Kory, Tessa (Jon), Kaleb (Bailey), Kayla; 66 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Margaret Ritter, and many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Leoville, KS. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Leoville. Visitation will be from 2-7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the church. A vigil service will follow at 7:00 pm. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery and sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740. 

Condolences can be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

<h2>Bernadine Joan Spresser, Leoville</h2>March 5, 1933 - November 9, 2023Bernadine Joan Spresser, 90, passed away on November 9, 2023 at her home in Leoville, KS. Bernadine was born on March 5, 1933, on the family farm west of Dresden, KS to Bernard “Ben” and Philomena “Minnie” (Kruse) Ritter. Bernadine was the ninth of eleven children.Bernadine attended and graduated Leoville Grade and High School in Leoville, KS in 1951. She worked in St. Catherine’s Hospital in McCook, NE as a nurse’s aide until she got married.On November 22, 1955 Bernadine married her husband of 58 years, Donald Spresser. She was a farm wife, gardener, mother, and woman of many talents including making rosaries for the priest and missions. In 1984, she went to work cooking at the Golden Plains Grade School until she retired in 2009, after 25 years of service. Bernadine was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Daughters of Isabella, Legion of Mary, Leoville Altar Society, and the American Legion Auxiliary.She was preceded in death by her husband, parents; three sisters, Alfreda, Florence, and Sister Dolores, and seven brothers, Cletus, Raymond, Seraphim, Francis, Sylvester, Victor, and Dennis; grandson, Brett Spresser; great-granddaughter, Kassidy Frasier, and a foster daughter, Mary Weis.Bernadine is survived by her seven children: Carl, Delores (Dan) Juenemann, Leroy (Renee), Dennis (Shawn), Daniel (Annette), Alan (Tonya), Donna (Jim) Kindler; 34 grandchildren: Carl – Justin (Chrystina), Austin (Abbi), Kyle (Stephanie), Jordan (Randa), Delores – Mathew (Christy), Michelle, Mark, Megan (Joel), Leroy – Danielle (Eric), Dusty, Darcie (Warkim), Devin (Brandy), Camron, Caitlin (Ben), Dennis – Kelsey (Ben), Katie (Reagan), Kendra (Jordan), Kade (Carly), Daniel – Nichole (Brent), Rilee (Amber), Grant (Jayla), Hailee (Dalton), Alan – Brittney, Tanner, Gabi (Chase), Gannon, Donna – Jacob (Rachel), Rachel (Andy), Kerry, Jay (Amber), Kory, Tessa (Jon), Kaleb (Bailey), Kayla; 66 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Margaret Ritter, and many nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Leoville, KS. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Leoville. Visitation will be from 2-7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the church. A vigil service will follow at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery and sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740. Condolences can be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Bernadine Joan Spresser

Coral Lea (Marrs) Silvey, age 81, crossed over from this life peacefully at her home on November 8, 2023, with her husband of 61 years, Larry, at her side.&nbsp;

Coral was the only daughter in a family that included seven brothers. She grew up tough and could do anything she set her mind to. Coral was a caregiver at heart and a jack of all trades. She had an adventurous spirit and a love for learning.&nbsp;

She loved her two daughters, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To her grandkids and great-grandkids, she will always be their beloved Nana. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Tyler Graff.

Survivors include their children Effie and Kevin Zirnheld of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Sherry and Gary Graff of Marienthal, Kansas, grandchildren Autumn Wagner, Tucker Graff, Trinity Vallejo, and precious great-grandchildren Mavis and Marlow Vallejo.&nbsp;

Coral’s wishes were to leave this world as quietly as she entered it. Therefore, there will be no visitation or funeral.&nbsp;

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 </figure>March 13, 1942 - November 8, 2023Coral Lea (Marrs) Silvey, age 81, crossed over from this life peacefully at her home on November 8, 2023, with her husband of 61 years, Larry, at her side.&nbsp;Coral was the only daughter in a family that included seven brothers. She grew up tough and could do anything she set her mind to. Coral was a caregiver at heart and a jack of all trades. She had an adventurous spirit and a love for learning.&nbsp;She loved her two daughters, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To her grandkids and great-grandkids, she will always be their beloved Nana. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Tyler Graff.Survivors include their children Effie and Kevin Zirnheld of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Sherry and Gary Graff of Marienthal, Kansas, grandchildren Autumn Wagner, Tucker Graff, Trinity Vallejo, and precious great-grandchildren Mavis and Marlow Vallejo.&nbsp;Coral’s wishes were to leave this world as quietly as she entered it. Therefore, there will be no visitation or funeral.&nbsp;To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/013bf6d6-1fd5-46f0-9aaf-ad064f4c7313" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Coral Lea Silvey, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/013bf6d6-1fd5-46f0-9aaf-ad064f4c7313" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Coral Lea Silvey

Bradley L. Mulligan, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his home in Salisaw, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He was born on July 15, 1963, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth &amp; Norma Jean Jewell Mulligan.&nbsp; 

Bradley grew up in Scott County, Kansas, and was a graduate of Scott Community High School in 1981 and then graduated from Seward County Community College.&nbsp; 

He was a resident of Salisaw, Oklahoma since 1991 where he was a farrier and horseman.

Bradley was a U.S. Army veteran with the rank of Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne.

Survivors include his spouse Bonnie of Salisaw, Oklahoma, son&nbsp; Legend Mulligan of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, daughters&nbsp; Nicole and Johnny Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kaelyn and Allen Scroggins of Poteau, Oklahoma, brother&nbsp; Bryan and Linda Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, grandchildren Johnny Saulsbary, Jr. of Monrovia, Maryland, William Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucy Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucas Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kasen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Aspen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, nephews&nbsp; Clay Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, Trace Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, great-nephews Camden Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, and Bexton Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas.

Bradley was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Brett Mulligan and Brent Mulligan.

Memorial services will be held at a later date in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

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<h2>Bradley Lynn Mulligan, Salisaw, OK</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Bradley L. Mulligan, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his home in Salisaw, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He was born on July 15, 1963, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth &amp; Norma Jean Jewell Mulligan.&nbsp; Bradley grew up in Scott County, Kansas, and was a graduate of Scott Community High School in 1981 and then graduated from Seward County Community College.&nbsp; He was a resident of Salisaw, Oklahoma since 1991 where he was a farrier and horseman.Bradley was a U.S. Army veteran with the rank of Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne.Survivors include his spouse Bonnie of Salisaw, Oklahoma, son&nbsp; Legend Mulligan of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, daughters&nbsp; Nicole and Johnny Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kaelyn and Allen Scroggins of Poteau, Oklahoma, brother&nbsp; Bryan and Linda Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, grandchildren Johnny Saulsbary, Jr. of Monrovia, Maryland, William Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucy Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Lucas Saulsbary of Monrovia, Maryland, Kasen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Aspen Scroggins of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, nephews&nbsp; Clay Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, Trace Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, great-nephews Camden Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas, and Bexton Mulligan of Scott City, Kansas.Bradley was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Brett Mulligan and Brent Mulligan.Memorial services will be held at a later date in Fort Smith, Arkansas.There will be no calling times.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/35c7e2c1-aa6f-4a63-9b3e-c73e06f3a27b" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Bradley Lynn Mulligan, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/35c7e2c1-aa6f-4a63-9b3e-c73e06f3a27b" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Bradley Lynn Mulligan

&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, 91, passed away November 9, 2023 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.

She was born September 15, 1932 in Ellinwood, Kansas, the daughter of David Frederick and Frances Josephine Sprinker Hammeke. &nbsp;

She was raised in Ellinwood and graduated from Ellinwood High School. She moved to Burdett in 1952. She was a homemaker, loved cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, Holy Rosary Altar Society and Burdett Seniors. &nbsp;

On April 26, 1952 she married Lawrence L. Bauer in Ellinwood, Kansas; he passed away December 6, 2013.&nbsp;

Survivors include four sons, Tom (Karen) Bauer, Denton, Texas, Brad (Shelley) Bauer, Burdett, Alan (Mary) Bauer, Rogers, Arkansas, and Dana Bauer, Burdett; one daughter, Annette (Kent) Reece, Burdett; two brothers, Robert (Bernadine) Hammeke, Rozel and Richard Hammeke, Ellinwood; two sister-in-laws, Louise Hammeke and Angie Hammeke, both of Ellinwood; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by; her parents; four sisters, Ethel Ringwald, Bernice Bryant, Kathleen Dauber, and Alice Fountain; two brothers, Vernon Hammeke and Keith Hammeke.

Funeral Mass will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Anselm Eke and Father Bernard Felix presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, November 12, 2023, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the mortuary, vigil service and rosary will be at 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. Burial will be at Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Burdett Seniors, Inc. in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. &nbsp;

Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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<h2>Eleanor Josephine Bauer, Burdett</h2><figure>
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 </figure>September 15, 1932 - November 9, 2023&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, 91, passed away November 9, 2023 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.She was born September 15, 1932 in Ellinwood, Kansas, the daughter of David Frederick and Frances Josephine Sprinker Hammeke. &nbsp;She was raised in Ellinwood and graduated from Ellinwood High School. She moved to Burdett in 1952. She was a homemaker, loved cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, Holy Rosary Altar Society and Burdett Seniors. &nbsp;On April 26, 1952 she married Lawrence L. Bauer in Ellinwood, Kansas; he passed away December 6, 2013.&nbsp;Survivors include four sons, Tom (Karen) Bauer, Denton, Texas, Brad (Shelley) Bauer, Burdett, Alan (Mary) Bauer, Rogers, Arkansas, and Dana Bauer, Burdett; one daughter, Annette (Kent) Reece, Burdett; two brothers, Robert (Bernadine) Hammeke, Rozel and Richard Hammeke, Ellinwood; two sister-in-laws, Louise Hammeke and Angie Hammeke, both of Ellinwood; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by; her parents; four sisters, Ethel Ringwald, Bernice Bryant, Kathleen Dauber, and Alice Fountain; two brothers, Vernon Hammeke and Keith Hammeke.Funeral Mass will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 13, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Anselm Eke and Father Bernard Felix presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, November 12, 2023, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the mortuary, vigil service and rosary will be at 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. Burial will be at Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Burdett Seniors, Inc. in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. &nbsp;Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Eleanor Josephine Bauer, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/eleanor-bauer/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Eleanor Josephine Bauer

Coradell Hickman was born to Grover Cleveland and Cora Thacker in Gove, Kansas on July 22,1930. Coradell was one of seven children (Grover, Price, Annabele, Arlene, Mary and James. 

Coradell moved to Luray when she was 12 and graduated from Luray High School in 1948. 

During this time she met her future husband and love of her life, Clinton Hickman, also from Luray. For over 50 years they were inseparable raising two children; Randall Hickman of Vista, California and Rodney Hickman of Riverside, California. Coradell’s mother-in-law (Edith Hickman) lived with Coradell and Clinton for over 30 years where Coradell, in later years, provided care and loving support.

For over 20 years she owned and operated the Bluebird Beauty Salon in Vista, California in which she thoroughly enjoyed meeting and visiting her clients. Coradell and Clinton briefly moved back to Luray in the early 1970s where Rodney graduated from Luray High School.

In the late 1970s Coradell and Clinton moved back to Vista, California where she began work as an office manager for Las Villas De Carlsbad (Retirement Center) which she enjoyed for over 20 years.

Clinton and Coradell were true partners in life and in each others endeavors. While Coradell was working at what she liked Clinton worked for San Diego County as a construction foreman for over 20 years and then went on to success as a real estate investor and the owner of a street sweeping company which had contracts with five major cities in San Diego County.

There is an adage that goes “You can take the girl out of the country but you can’t take the country out of the girl.” No statement was more true for Coradell. She loved Kansas and all the friends and family that lived and stayed there. For the past several years, Coradell had weekly telephone visits with family and friends which she greatly enjoyed.

Coradell is survived by her son Randall, spouse Ginger and grandson Rory Mark; as well as Rodney Hickman, spouse Patricia and grandson Dakota. She is also survived by her brother James Thacker and his wife Sylvia of Granite Bay, California. As well, she is survived by many nephews and nieces from both the Thacker and Hickman Families.

To sum up the life of Coradell Hickman she was a loving, classy, hardworking, and caring woman who lived a full life and now joins Clinton (her beloved partner in life).

Coradell was taken by the lord on the evening of November 5, 2023 at a skilled nursing facility in Encinitas, California to which she was taken after her stroke five weeks earlier.

Coradell fought and gave it all she could to beat the stroke; however, she was finally beaten by COVID.

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<h2>Coradell Hickman</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699624874577.png" alt="Coradell Hickman" />
 <figcaption>Coradell Hickman</figcaption>
 </figure>July 22, 1930 - November 5, 2023Coradell Hickman was born to Grover Cleveland and Cora Thacker in Gove, Kansas on July 22,1930. Coradell was one of seven children (Grover, Price, Annabele, Arlene, Mary and James. Coradell moved to Luray when she was 12 and graduated from Luray High School in 1948. During this time she met her future husband and love of her life, Clinton Hickman, also from Luray. For over 50 years they were inseparable raising two children; Randall Hickman of Vista, California and Rodney Hickman of Riverside, California. Coradell’s mother-in-law (Edith Hickman) lived with Coradell and Clinton for over 30 years where Coradell, in later years, provided care and loving support.For over 20 years she owned and operated the Bluebird Beauty Salon in Vista, California in which she thoroughly enjoyed meeting and visiting her clients. Coradell and Clinton briefly moved back to Luray in the early 1970s where Rodney graduated from Luray High School.In the late 1970s Coradell and Clinton moved back to Vista, California where she began work as an office manager for Las Villas De Carlsbad (Retirement Center) which she enjoyed for over 20 years.Clinton and Coradell were true partners in life and in each others endeavors. While Coradell was working at what she liked Clinton worked for San Diego County as a construction foreman for over 20 years and then went on to success as a real estate investor and the owner of a street sweeping company which had contracts with five major cities in San Diego County.There is an adage that goes “You can take the girl out of the country but you can’t take the country out of the girl.” No statement was more true for Coradell. She loved Kansas and all the friends and family that lived and stayed there. For the past several years, Coradell had weekly telephone visits with family and friends which she greatly enjoyed.Coradell is survived by her son Randall, spouse Ginger and grandson Rory Mark; as well as Rodney Hickman, spouse Patricia and grandson Dakota. She is also survived by her brother James Thacker and his wife Sylvia of Granite Bay, California. As well, she is survived by many nephews and nieces from both the Thacker and Hickman Families.To sum up the life of Coradell Hickman she was a loving, classy, hardworking, and caring woman who lived a full life and now joins Clinton (her beloved partner in life).Coradell was taken by the lord on the evening of November 5, 2023 at a skilled nursing facility in Encinitas, California to which she was taken after her stroke five weeks earlier.Coradell fought and gave it all she could to beat the stroke; however, she was finally beaten by COVID.To send flowers to the family of Coradell, please&nbsp;<a href="http://rodrickminear-luray-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29854457&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.837611060.1682956848:GS1.1.1699624622.94.1.1699624631.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Coradell Hickman

Kimball “Kim” Lynn Brainard, age 72 of Plainville, KS, passed away Friday, November 3, 2023 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS. He was born February 28, 1951 in Colby, KS to Dorothy (Sloan) and Jesse Brainard, of Selden, KS.

Kim attended Selden Grade School and Hoxie High School, graduating in 1969. He attended the Northwest Kansas Area Vocational Technical School in Goodland, KS, graduating in 1971. 

He enlisted in the Air Force, serving in the 436 Transport Squadron at Dover Air Force Base as a Special Vehicle Repairman for the C5 airplane from 1972-1974 after attending Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX in 1971. 

He married Kathy Spresser in 1972, later divorcing. He married Eleanor Wherry in 1997.

Kim worked in the agricultural field, farming with family. He joined the Co-op system and became a petroleum manager, serving at various locations in Kansas, Iowa, and Colorado before retiring in 2016. He enjoyed woodworking and spent time in his shop creating wood items. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family.

Kim is survived by his wife Eleanor Wherry of Plainville; his daughter, Beth (Brainard) Harmon and her husband, Trevor Harmon, and his grandchildren Chloe Harmon and Toby Harmon of Bennington, KS; his stepdaughter, Rebecca Rowlison and her husband, Sam Martin, of Fort Collins, CO; his sister Sharon Karns of Colorado Springs, CO; his brother Tim Brainard and wife Cindy of Phoenix, AZ; and his twin sister, Camille Applegate, of Denver, CO.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Dorothy (Sloan) Brainard, and his brother, Robert Brainard.

Memorial services to celebrate Kim’s life and honor his memory will be held at the Selden United Methodist Church in Selden, KS 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 10, 2023. Inurnment with military honors will follow in the Selden Cemetery.

Memorial visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Kim's name.

Memories and words of comfort my be shared on Kim’s tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Services in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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<h2>Kimball 'Kim' L. Brainard, Plainville</h2><figure>
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 </figure>February 28, 1951 - November 3, 2023Kimball “Kim” Lynn Brainard, age 72 of Plainville, KS, passed away Friday, November 3, 2023 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS. He was born February 28, 1951 in Colby, KS to Dorothy (Sloan) and Jesse Brainard, of Selden, KS.Kim attended Selden Grade School and Hoxie High School, graduating in 1969. He attended the Northwest Kansas Area Vocational Technical School in Goodland, KS, graduating in 1971. He enlisted in the Air Force, serving in the 436 Transport Squadron at Dover Air Force Base as a Special Vehicle Repairman for the C5 airplane from 1972-1974 after attending Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX in 1971. He married Kathy Spresser in 1972, later divorcing. He married Eleanor Wherry in 1997.Kim worked in the agricultural field, farming with family. He joined the Co-op system and became a petroleum manager, serving at various locations in Kansas, Iowa, and Colorado before retiring in 2016. He enjoyed woodworking and spent time in his shop creating wood items. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family.Kim is survived by his wife Eleanor Wherry of Plainville; his daughter, Beth (Brainard) Harmon and her husband, Trevor Harmon, and his grandchildren Chloe Harmon and Toby Harmon of Bennington, KS; his stepdaughter, Rebecca Rowlison and her husband, Sam Martin, of Fort Collins, CO; his sister Sharon Karns of Colorado Springs, CO; his brother Tim Brainard and wife Cindy of Phoenix, AZ; and his twin sister, Camille Applegate, of Denver, CO.He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Dorothy (Sloan) Brainard, and his brother, Robert Brainard.Memorial services to celebrate Kim’s life and honor his memory will be held at the Selden United Methodist Church in Selden, KS 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 10, 2023. Inurnment with military honors will follow in the Selden Cemetery.Memorial visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Kim's name.Memories and words of comfort my be shared on Kim’s tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.Services in care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.To send flowers to the family of Kimball "Kim", please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=29795090&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1699543786.181.1.1699543793.53.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Kimball 'Kim' L. Brainard

Sylvia Ann Campbell Reinking was born on June 8, 1940, on a farm in rural Portis, Kansas. She passed away November 7, 2023, at her home. She was the fifth of seven children born to John Scott and Iva Marie Hendrickson Campbell. 

Sylvia was educated in a one-room rural school in Osborne County and graduated from Osborne High School in 1958.

Sylvia was baptized as an infant and was a member of the Mayflower EUB Church. 

In 1961 she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the Zion Lutheran Church in Downs, Kansas. She has been a member of the American Lutheran Church in Smith Center, Kansas since 1962. Sylvia had a very strong faith in God and her service to God was important to her. She served as a Sunday School and Bible school teacher when her children were young. Sylvia was very active in the women’s organization serving at the local and conference levels and served on the church council.

On December 6, 1959, she was united in marriage to Edward A. Reinking. To this union, two sons were born, Vernon Edward and Bradley Scott.

Ed and Sylvia moved to Smith Center in April of 1962 where they resided until her death. At the time of their marriage Ed and Sylvia lived on a farm north of Cawker City and moved to Smith Center a few years later.

Sylvia’s family was very precious and important to her. One of her favorite activities was to entertain her granddaughters Erin and Lacie and friends over for tea parties. She made porcelain dolls for the girls as they would dress up in old clothes, shoes, hats, and jewelry as they had tea with their dollies. With her grandsons Blaine and Grant, she would play baseball, football, basketball, and all the things little boys liked to do. Sylvia would stand in one place, put the football on the ground and call out “touchdown” which was to the delight of the little boys. When it snowed, she would take the children outside, go snow sledding and teach them the game of Fox and Geese. As the children grew, Ed and Sylvia followed many ball games in the summer and fall, sometimes traveling many miles to be a part of the lives of their grandchildren.

Sylvia was very active in serving her community. She was a member of the Garden Lore Club, Dollies at Home on the Range, Bible study, a charter member of the Red Hat Society and Prairie Treasure Quilt Guild. She volunteered many years with the American Cancer Society and Meals on Wheels.

She is proceeded in death by her parents John and Iva Campbell, two sisters, Shirley Hays and Irene Macy, two bothers, Wendell Campbell and Bill Campbell.

 She is survived by her husband Ed of the home, sons Vernon and wife Bert of Smith Center, Bradley and wife Jenny of Spring Hill Kansas, grandchildren Erin Weinman and husband Jon of Phillipsburg, Kansas, Lacie Mostek and husband Brent of St. Paul, Nebraska, Blaine Reinking of Eldorado, Kansas and Grant Reinking and friend Grace Truelove of Kansas City, Kansas, and four great-grandchildren. Also survived by siblings Charlene Tuxhorn of Smith Center, Junior Campbell and wife Marge of Portis, Kansas.

To send flowers to the family of Sylvia, please&nbsp;<a href="http://simmonsrentschler-mortuary.tributestore.com/?oId=29843730&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.837611060.1682956848:GS1.1.1699543084.93.1.1699543089.55.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Sylvia Ann Reinking, Smith Center</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699543153916.png" alt="Sylvia Ann Reinking" />
 <figcaption>Sylvia Ann Reinking</figcaption>
 </figure>June 8, 1940 - November 7, 2023Sylvia Ann Campbell Reinking was born on June 8, 1940, on a farm in rural Portis, Kansas. She passed away November 7, 2023, at her home. She was the fifth of seven children born to John Scott and Iva Marie Hendrickson Campbell. Sylvia was educated in a one-room rural school in Osborne County and graduated from Osborne High School in 1958.Sylvia was baptized as an infant and was a member of the Mayflower EUB Church. In 1961 she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the Zion Lutheran Church in Downs, Kansas. She has been a member of the American Lutheran Church in Smith Center, Kansas since 1962. Sylvia had a very strong faith in God and her service to God was important to her. She served as a Sunday School and Bible school teacher when her children were young. Sylvia was very active in the women’s organization serving at the local and conference levels and served on the church council.On December 6, 1959, she was united in marriage to Edward A. Reinking. To this union, two sons were born, Vernon Edward and Bradley Scott.Ed and Sylvia moved to Smith Center in April of 1962 where they resided until her death. At the time of their marriage Ed and Sylvia lived on a farm north of Cawker City and moved to Smith Center a few years later.Sylvia’s family was very precious and important to her. One of her favorite activities was to entertain her granddaughters Erin and Lacie and friends over for tea parties. She made porcelain dolls for the girls as they would dress up in old clothes, shoes, hats, and jewelry as they had tea with their dollies. With her grandsons Blaine and Grant, she would play baseball, football, basketball, and all the things little boys liked to do. Sylvia would stand in one place, put the football on the ground and call out “touchdown” which was to the delight of the little boys. When it snowed, she would take the children outside, go snow sledding and teach them the game of Fox and Geese. As the children grew, Ed and Sylvia followed many ball games in the summer and fall, sometimes traveling many miles to be a part of the lives of their grandchildren.Sylvia was very active in serving her community. She was a member of the Garden Lore Club, Dollies at Home on the Range, Bible study, a charter member of the Red Hat Society and Prairie Treasure Quilt Guild. She volunteered many years with the American Cancer Society and Meals on Wheels.She is proceeded in death by her parents John and Iva Campbell, two sisters, Shirley Hays and Irene Macy, two bothers, Wendell Campbell and Bill Campbell. She is survived by her husband Ed of the home, sons Vernon and wife Bert of Smith Center, Bradley and wife Jenny of Spring Hill Kansas, grandchildren Erin Weinman and husband Jon of Phillipsburg, Kansas, Lacie Mostek and husband Brent of St. Paul, Nebraska, Blaine Reinking of Eldorado, Kansas and Grant Reinking and friend Grace Truelove of Kansas City, Kansas, and four great-grandchildren. Also survived by siblings Charlene Tuxhorn of Smith Center, Junior Campbell and wife Marge of Portis, Kansas.To send flowers to the family of Sylvia, please&nbsp;<a href="http://simmonsrentschler-mortuary.tributestore.com/?oId=29843730&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.837611060.1682956848:GS1.1.1699543084.93.1.1699543089.55.0.0&amp;mtph=1">visit our floral store.</a>

Sylvia Ann Reinking

Tracy Lynn Ellegood, of Colby, was born January 13, 1967. He passed away November 5, 2023, at Citizens Medical Center, in Colby, at the age of 56.

Tracy attended Oakley and Monument Schools and went on to attend Cloud County Community College. 

There he met the love of his life, Tiffany Diane Peck. To this union three children, Brittany (Jeff) Sekavec, Max (Renee) Ellegood and Bailey (Koda) Ellegood.

Tracy worked in several fields but found his niche with Western Plains Energy 20 years ago. Tracy loved his work. 

He loved football, especially the Raiders, and had recently gotten to tour their entire stadium. Additionally, he had a knack for his savvy and non-traditional moves, winning many fantasy football championships, finding joy and friendship along the way. He also enjoyed playing cards with many friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his wife Tiffany, brother Barry and father-in-law Merlin Peck.

Tracy is survived by his parents, Ben and Donnette (Nelson) Ellegood; three children; two brothers, Shane and Lance; mother-in-law Bonnie Ross and his biggest joy, his grandson Nik.

A memorial service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, at the Gateway Fellowship in Oakley, KS. 

<h2>Tracy Lynn Ellegood, Colby</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Tracy Lynn Ellegood</figcaption>
 </figure>January 13, 1967 - November 5, 2023Tracy Lynn Ellegood, of Colby, was born January 13, 1967. He passed away November 5, 2023, at Citizens Medical Center, in Colby, at the age of 56.Tracy attended Oakley and Monument Schools and went on to attend Cloud County Community College. There he met the love of his life, Tiffany Diane Peck. To this union three children, Brittany (Jeff) Sekavec, Max (Renee) Ellegood and Bailey (Koda) Ellegood.Tracy worked in several fields but found his niche with Western Plains Energy 20 years ago. Tracy loved his work. He loved football, especially the Raiders, and had recently gotten to tour their entire stadium. Additionally, he had a knack for his savvy and non-traditional moves, winning many fantasy football championships, finding joy and friendship along the way. He also enjoyed playing cards with many friends and family.He was preceded in death by his wife Tiffany, brother Barry and father-in-law Merlin Peck.Tracy is survived by his parents, Ben and Donnette (Nelson) Ellegood; three children; two brothers, Shane and Lance; mother-in-law Bonnie Ross and his biggest joy, his grandson Nik.A memorial service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, at the Gateway Fellowship in Oakley, KS. Memorials may be made to Tracy Ellegood Grandchildren’s Education Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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