Laurel Dinkel of Norman, Oklahoma died June 5th, 2023, at Norman Regional Hospital. Laurel was born on March 7, 1956, in Hays, Kansas, and grew up in Russell. 

She was the daughter of Loren and Virginia Dinkel who preceded her in death.

Laurel was united to Douglas Cubberley on August 14th, 1982, in Manhattan, Kansas. They moved from Manhattan to Oklahoma City and became parents of Sophia.&nbsp;

Laurel is survived by her husband Douglas Cubberley of Norman, and daughter Sophia Dinkel. She is also survived by her siblings: Janice Dinkel of Manhattan, KS (Glenn Phelps); Jay Dinkel of Springhill, KS; Bryan Dinkel, and Brad Dinkel (Denise), both of Russell, KS; Kevin Dinkel of Salina KS; and Deanne Dinkel of Topeka, KS, and many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

In addition to her devotion to family and friends, Laurel was devoted to the social work profession. After graduating from the University of Kansas, she obtained her master of social work degree from the University of Kentucky, with a concentration in gerontology.&nbsp; This devotion focused on providing counseling services to older adults and their families as well as teaching and serving on many state and community boards, such as the Areawide Aging Agency. 

Laurel and Doug moved to Oklahoma in 1982 so she could provide counseling services to older adults at Red Rock Mental Health Center in Oklahoma City. In 1988, she became the director of aging services at Community Counseling Center.&nbsp; There, she was responsible for senior counseling, senior sobriety, and day treatment programs.&nbsp;

Laurel taught at both Kansas State University and the University of Oklahoma helping students develop skills to serve the aging population. She was passionate about teaching and had high standards for students, so they were ready to offer professional services to aging clients. She continued teaching classes at Kansas State University in mental health and aging and the dynamics of working with older adults until her death. &nbsp;In 1995, Laurel developed her private practice, Elder Counseling &amp; Clinical Services, PLLC. She contracted with other clinical social workers to provide counseling services to aging clients. Her reputation in providing aging services resulted in many referrals from the medical community as well as from various aging focused agencies.&nbsp; 

Laurel loved to travel. Among her many travels were six months in Bogota, Columbia where she taught English to adults. Her travels took her to South America, Europe, and Morocco. Her last trip was in September 2022 to Spain to celebrate her 40th wedding anniversary. 

Laurel will be missed by friends, family, clients, and others.

Celebration of Laurel’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at Pohlmans-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Remembrances will be shared by family and friends starting at 1:00 p.m. and family will be present to greet friends until 4:00 p.m.

 In lieu of sending flowers or gifts please consider providing a donation to Meals on Wheels of Russell, Kansas or Second Chance Animal Rescue of Norman, Oklahoma. 

A celebration in Oklahoma will be later this year. 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the memorial service arrangements.

<h2>Laurel A. Dinkel, Norman, OK</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686579695702.jpeg" alt="Laurel A. Dinkel" />
 <figcaption>Laurel A. Dinkel</figcaption>
 </figure>Laurel Dinkel of Norman, Oklahoma died June 5th, 2023, at Norman Regional Hospital. Laurel was born on March 7, 1956, in Hays, Kansas, and grew up in Russell. She was the daughter of Loren and Virginia Dinkel who preceded her in death.Laurel was united to Douglas Cubberley on August 14th, 1982, in Manhattan, Kansas. They moved from Manhattan to Oklahoma City and became parents of Sophia.&nbsp;Laurel is survived by her husband Douglas Cubberley of Norman, and daughter Sophia Dinkel. She is also survived by her siblings: Janice Dinkel of Manhattan, KS (Glenn Phelps); Jay Dinkel of Springhill, KS; Bryan Dinkel, and Brad Dinkel (Denise), both of Russell, KS; Kevin Dinkel of Salina KS; and Deanne Dinkel of Topeka, KS, and many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.In addition to her devotion to family and friends, Laurel was devoted to the social work profession. After graduating from the University of Kansas, she obtained her master of social work degree from the University of Kentucky, with a concentration in gerontology.&nbsp; This devotion focused on providing counseling services to older adults and their families as well as teaching and serving on many state and community boards, such as the Areawide Aging Agency. Laurel and Doug moved to Oklahoma in 1982 so she could provide counseling services to older adults at Red Rock Mental Health Center in Oklahoma City. In 1988, she became the director of aging services at Community Counseling Center.&nbsp; There, she was responsible for senior counseling, senior sobriety, and day treatment programs.&nbsp;Laurel taught at both Kansas State University and the University of Oklahoma helping students develop skills to serve the aging population. She was passionate about teaching and had high standards for students, so they were ready to offer professional services to aging clients. She continued teaching classes at Kansas State University in mental health and aging and the dynamics of working with older adults until her death. &nbsp;In 1995, Laurel developed her private practice, Elder Counseling &amp; Clinical Services, PLLC. She contracted with other clinical social workers to provide counseling services to aging clients. Her reputation in providing aging services resulted in many referrals from the medical community as well as from various aging focused agencies.&nbsp; Laurel loved to travel. Among her many travels were six months in Bogota, Columbia where she taught English to adults. Her travels took her to South America, Europe, and Morocco. Her last trip was in September 2022 to Spain to celebrate her 40th wedding anniversary. Laurel will be missed by friends, family, clients, and others.Celebration of Laurel’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at Pohlmans-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Remembrances will be shared by family and friends starting at 1:00 p.m. and family will be present to greet friends until 4:00 p.m. In lieu of sending flowers or gifts please consider providing a donation to Meals on Wheels of Russell, Kansas or Second Chance Animal Rescue of Norman, Oklahoma. A celebration in Oklahoma will be later this year. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the memorial service arrangements.

Laurel A. Dinkel

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Agra resident, George Richard Russell, passed away on June 7, 2023, at the age of 76.

George was born on March 22, 1947, to Charlie and Julia (Ragsdale) Russell.

He was preceded in death by his wife Janet Molzahn, brothers Andy and Albert Russell, sisters Norma Rebarcheck, and Clara Bandt, and brother-in-law Edward McElhaney.

He is survived by his daughters Stephanie Wilber and husband William of Chappell, Nebraska, and Katie Carroll and husband Todd of Quinter, Kansas, sons Steven Russell and wife Tanya of Woodlake, California, and Kenny Russell of Park, Kansas, stepsons Bill Molzahn and wife Melanie of Agra, Kansas, and James Molzahn and wife Sarah of Agra, Kansas, stepdaughter Michele Jones and husband Mike of Marion, Iowa, brothers Loyd Russell and wife Wanda of WaKeeney, Kansas, and Ralph Russell and wife Gayle of Smith Center, Kansas, and sisters Alice Wing and husband Bill of Salina, Kansas, and Ruth McElhaney of Quinter, Kansas, 17 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Kathy Whitney, will be held on 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas. Following the service, a committal service will be held at the Agra Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Agra American Legion.

George will lie in state on Monday 12 p.m. - 9 p.m., and Tuesday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg, Kansas, with a visitation from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Tuesday evening.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

<h2>George Richard Russell, Agra</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686579373236.jpeg" alt="George Richard Russell" />
 <figcaption>George Richard Russell</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.olliffboeve.com/obituary/george-russell?fh_id=12336">https://www.olliffboeve.com/obituary/george-russell?fh_id=12336</a>March 22, 1947 - June 7, 2023Agra resident, George Richard Russell, passed away on June 7, 2023, at the age of 76.George was born on March 22, 1947, to Charlie and Julia (Ragsdale) Russell.He was preceded in death by his wife Janet Molzahn, brothers Andy and Albert Russell, sisters Norma Rebarcheck, and Clara Bandt, and brother-in-law Edward McElhaney.He is survived by his daughters Stephanie Wilber and husband William of Chappell, Nebraska, and Katie Carroll and husband Todd of Quinter, Kansas, sons Steven Russell and wife Tanya of Woodlake, California, and Kenny Russell of Park, Kansas, stepsons Bill Molzahn and wife Melanie of Agra, Kansas, and James Molzahn and wife Sarah of Agra, Kansas, stepdaughter Michele Jones and husband Mike of Marion, Iowa, brothers Loyd Russell and wife Wanda of WaKeeney, Kansas, and Ralph Russell and wife Gayle of Smith Center, Kansas, and sisters Alice Wing and husband Bill of Salina, Kansas, and Ruth McElhaney of Quinter, Kansas, 17 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Kathy Whitney, will be held on 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas. Following the service, a committal service will be held at the Agra Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Agra American Legion.George will lie in state on Monday 12 p.m. - 9 p.m., and Tuesday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg, Kansas, with a visitation from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Tuesday evening.Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

George Richard Russell

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June 7, 1925
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                                                                                                                    December 5, 2022

Lenor Cecil (Manny) Irby, 97, joined her Savior December 5, 2022, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas. She was the third child born June 7, 1925, to Aldey and Evelyn (Saindon) Manny on the family farm three miles south of Bogue, Kansas. Lenor loved the Lord, her family and playing cards.

In her youth she preferred to be outdoors milking cows, doing farm chores, running races, and competing in sports. Even as a mother she could outrace her teenage daughter and friends. Lenor lived a typical life on the plains attending a one-room school two miles from her home. She weathered the dust bowl, hard work, butchering chickens and hogs, pestilences, skinning animals for their furs, cold winter nights and the like. And yet, she always looked back on it fondly.

Lenor married her childhood sweetheart, Harold Irby, February 17, 1944, in Damar. The couple was blessed with nine children. She wore many hats: mom, postmaster, drug store employee, grandmother, daycare provider, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, cheerleader and so many more. Except for a short time spent in Texas and Colorado, Lenor lived her entire life at the east end of Bogue, where all nine children were raised.

Lenor was predeceased by her husband Harold; parents Aldey and Evelyn Manny; five siblings: Walter Manny, Orville Manny, Marie Dunning, Berneda Voss, and Irene Smith; daughters Iona DeLaney, Gaylene Stagner, and Luana Croomes; and grandson Darren Irby (son of Roger and Martha).

Lenor is survived by her sisters Aldea Webb of Sparks, Nevada, Deloris Colbert (Gerald) of Sun City West, Arizona, and Ruby Jennings (Gary – passed away, March 22, 2023) of Salina, Kansas; children Roger Irby (Martha) of Commerce City, Colorado, Ronald Irby (Marcia) of Gainesville, Florida, Norma “Jeannie” Taylor (Fred) of Aurora, Colorado, Randal Irby (Susan) of Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee, Leroy “Allen” Irby of Pflugerville, Texas, and Kevin Irby (Nanci) of Goodyear, Arizona; sons-in-law Bob DeLaney and Burl Croomes; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

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<h2>Lenor Cecil Irby</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Lenor Cecil Irby</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Lenor-C-Irby?obId=26543003#/obituaryInfo">https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Lenor-C-Irby?obId=26543003#/obituaryInfo</a>June 7, 1925
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 December 5, 2022Lenor Cecil (Manny) Irby, 97, joined her Savior December 5, 2022, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas. She was the third child born June 7, 1925, to Aldey and Evelyn (Saindon) Manny on the family farm three miles south of Bogue, Kansas. Lenor loved the Lord, her family and playing cards.In her youth she preferred to be outdoors milking cows, doing farm chores, running races, and competing in sports. Even as a mother she could outrace her teenage daughter and friends. Lenor lived a typical life on the plains attending a one-room school two miles from her home. She weathered the dust bowl, hard work, butchering chickens and hogs, pestilences, skinning animals for their furs, cold winter nights and the like. And yet, she always looked back on it fondly.Lenor married her childhood sweetheart, Harold Irby, February 17, 1944, in Damar. The couple was blessed with nine children. She wore many hats: mom, postmaster, drug store employee, grandmother, daycare provider, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, cheerleader and so many more. Except for a short time spent in Texas and Colorado, Lenor lived her entire life at the east end of Bogue, where all nine children were raised.Lenor was predeceased by her husband Harold; parents Aldey and Evelyn Manny; five siblings: Walter Manny, Orville Manny, Marie Dunning, Berneda Voss, and Irene Smith; daughters Iona DeLaney, Gaylene Stagner, and Luana Croomes; and grandson Darren Irby (son of Roger and Martha).Lenor is survived by her sisters Aldea Webb of Sparks, Nevada, Deloris Colbert (Gerald) of Sun City West, Arizona, and Ruby Jennings (Gary – passed away, March 22, 2023) of Salina, Kansas; children Roger Irby (Martha) of Commerce City, Colorado, Ronald Irby (Marcia) of Gainesville, Florida, Norma “Jeannie” Taylor (Fred) of Aurora, Colorado, Randal Irby (Susan) of Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee, Leroy “Allen” Irby of Pflugerville, Texas, and Kevin Irby (Nanci) of Goodyear, Arizona; sons-in-law Bob DeLaney and Burl Croomes; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.To&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=26543003&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686577728.44.1.1686578555.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=26543003&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686577728.44.1.1686578555.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Lenor, please&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=26543003&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686577728.44.1.1686578555.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>Hide

Lenor Cecil Irby

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May 3, 1937
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                                                                                                                    April 6, 2023

Irl was born on the family farm near Palco, Kansas, on May 3, 1937, to Chris and Mary Brassfield. He was the eleventh of twelve children. He died April 6, 2023, in Graham County Hospital, Hill City, Kansas.

Irl’s siblings dearly loved their little blue-eyed, white-haired brother and remember him as inseparable from his sister, Jane, and brother, Paul. They were a trio: when you saw one, you saw all three together until Paul was old enough to do chores. Then it was Irl and Jane together. There was a lifelong close bond between the three of them until Jane’s death in 1974.

Irl received his grade school education at Brownville School and formed a close bond with his classmate, Johnny Smith. They both graduated from Palco High School in 1955 and would remain friends for many years. While in high school, Irl played football and basketball. With his 6’ 4” height, he was a valued asset to the basketball team. He was proud of the team’s achievements in winning games and making it to the state tournament. It was the best the Palco “Roosters” had done for 40 years, and they were not able to repeat the record in the following years. He was also a member of Future Farmers of America.

He learned woodworking skills, basic auto repair and maintenance, and painted his car, a 1941 Coupe. For a year or so following high school, Irl and a friend worked in construction and on a crew building a new highway from Hill City to WaKeeney, Kansas. He attended an auto diesel school in Kansas City from 1957 to 1958. To help pay for his expenses, he worked for Vendo Company as a storeroom clerk and also in a machine shop. He lived in an apartment with a friend and later rented a room in a boarding house. After he finished school, he moved back home and helped his parents on the farm until he was inducted into the U.S. Army in December 1959.

He took Basic and Advanced Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood near Springfield, Missouri, and was then shipped to Richardson Army Base close to Anchorage, Alaska. He was assigned to the 562nd Combat Engineer Group. They won the Itschner Award for being the most outstanding Engineering Group in the U.S. Army. He was qualified to operate almost all heavy equipment but was a bulldozer operator most of the time. 

He loved to fish and went fishing much as possible. He hunted for moose, caribou, goats, sheep, and any big game. 

He served for three years and held the rank of Specialist 5 when he was discharged in January 1963. He drove home down the Alcan Highway in a green 1955 Pontiac station wagon. He visited his sisters and an aunt in Washington and Oregon and continued on down the west coast to California before heading home.

Irl married Ruthmary Bane on May 21, 1963, in Springfield, Missouri. He met Ruthmary, a student at SW Missouri State College, while he was in Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood. They continued their courtship by letters and an occasional phone call while he was stationed in Alaska. They lived on the family farm, or nearby, in rented homes and started a farming partnership with Irl’s parents. They acquired more cropland and pasture for their expanding cattle herd.

In the late 1960s, Irl and Ruthmary started college courses at Ft. Hays State College. In 1972, Irl obtained a degree in biology and Ruthmary a degree in elementary art education. Around this same time, they lovingly welcomed two teen-age nieces into their home and cared for them for a few years.

They continued to acquire more land and increase the cattle herd. After the death of Irl’s mother in 1974, they moved into the family home with his father, who was almost 80 years old. His brother, Chris, returned to Kansas in the mid-1970s and settled on the farm. He was a dependable worker, assisting with the cattle and farming business. During their years on the farm, their four sons were born: James Christopher, Troy Irl, Blake William, and Joshua Laverne. Irl enjoyed being a father and teaching his boys how to fish and hunt.

In 1988, Irl was gravely ill with a heart condition. He was too disabled to continue farming and sold the equipment and cattle. He leased farmland and pastures. Miraculously, his heart function slowly improved, allowing him to be more active. He built additional ponds, stocked them with fish and leased the fishing rights, as well as hunting rights on his land, to a sports club.

He and Ruth lived for a short time in Bogue, then a short time in Hays, and for several years in Larned, Kansas, while Ruth worked as an art therapist for the Kansas State Department of Corrections. They settled back in Bogue around 2003 until their deaths. Troy and Joshua, with Irl’s help, began the farming operation again. They acquired equipment and slowly increased the herd of cattle. The boys continued to farm cropland and build the herd of cattle.

Irl was a very hard-working farmer and cattleman. For pleasure and relaxation, he enjoyed hunting both birds and deer. He looked forward to fishing trips and the fall hunting season with family. He enjoyed the Brassfield Family reunions and visiting Ruthmary’s family.

Irl and Ruthmary (referred to as “Hon” by Irl) had 58 years of a loving, devoted, faithful marriage. They truly were each other’s “better half.” They were partners in the operation and expansion of the farm. They were caregivers for each other at times during many years of health challenges. They supported each other during the lifelong sorrow and mourning after the tragic, unexpected, deaths of two sons, James in 2005 and Joshua in 2017.

Both Irl and Ruth were in failing health when Ruth passed away in 2021. It was a heartbreaking loss for Irl and his health declined further. In the fall of 2022, he was hospitalized for pneumonia. Unable to care for himself adequately, he moved to Troy and Cayleigh’s home. With loving care and nourishing food prepared by Cayleigh, he recovered some of his strength but continued to have medical issues. He was admitted to Graham County Hospital the following spring and passed away April 6, 2023.

He will be remembered for his love for his family and siblings, his gentle wit, his compassionate heart, his kindness to others in their troubles and steadfastness in his own, his strong work ethic, and his help to others in need.

He was predeceased by his parents; ten siblings: Christina, Clay, Elmer, Dora, Nancy, Chris, Winn, Rose, Paul and Jane; his beloved wife Ruthmary (“Hon”); and two sons, James and Joshua. 

He is survived by, and will be lovingly remembered by his sister Velma Smith, Bellevue WA; sons Troy, (Cayleigh) Bogue, KS; and Blake (Heather) Texarkana TX; fifteen grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at the Redline Church of God, 11:00 a.m. CST, June 10, 2023.

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<h2>Irl L. Brassfield</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Irl L. Brassfield</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Irl-L-Brassfield?obId=27672543#/obituaryInfo">https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Irl-L-Brassfield?obId=27672543#/obituaryInfo</a>May 3, 1937
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 April 6, 2023Irl was born on the family farm near Palco, Kansas, on May 3, 1937, to Chris and Mary Brassfield. He was the eleventh of twelve children. He died April 6, 2023, in Graham County Hospital, Hill City, Kansas.Irl’s siblings dearly loved their little blue-eyed, white-haired brother and remember him as inseparable from his sister, Jane, and brother, Paul. They were a trio: when you saw one, you saw all three together until Paul was old enough to do chores. Then it was Irl and Jane together. There was a lifelong close bond between the three of them until Jane’s death in 1974.Irl received his grade school education at Brownville School and formed a close bond with his classmate, Johnny Smith. They both graduated from Palco High School in 1955 and would remain friends for many years. While in high school, Irl played football and basketball. With his 6’ 4” height, he was a valued asset to the basketball team. He was proud of the team’s achievements in winning games and making it to the state tournament. It was the best the Palco “Roosters” had done for 40 years, and they were not able to repeat the record in the following years. He was also a member of Future Farmers of America.He learned woodworking skills, basic auto repair and maintenance, and painted his car, a 1941 Coupe. For a year or so following high school, Irl and a friend worked in construction and on a crew building a new highway from Hill City to WaKeeney, Kansas. He attended an auto diesel school in Kansas City from 1957 to 1958. To help pay for his expenses, he worked for Vendo Company as a storeroom clerk and also in a machine shop. He lived in an apartment with a friend and later rented a room in a boarding house. After he finished school, he moved back home and helped his parents on the farm until he was inducted into the U.S. Army in December 1959.He took Basic and Advanced Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood near Springfield, Missouri, and was then shipped to Richardson Army Base close to Anchorage, Alaska. He was assigned to the 562nd Combat Engineer Group. They won the Itschner Award for being the most outstanding Engineering Group in the U.S. Army. He was qualified to operate almost all heavy equipment but was a bulldozer operator most of the time. He loved to fish and went fishing much as possible. He hunted for moose, caribou, goats, sheep, and any big game. He served for three years and held the rank of Specialist 5 when he was discharged in January 1963. He drove home down the Alcan Highway in a green 1955 Pontiac station wagon. He visited his sisters and an aunt in Washington and Oregon and continued on down the west coast to California before heading home.Irl married Ruthmary Bane on May 21, 1963, in Springfield, Missouri. He met Ruthmary, a student at SW Missouri State College, while he was in Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood. They continued their courtship by letters and an occasional phone call while he was stationed in Alaska. They lived on the family farm, or nearby, in rented homes and started a farming partnership with Irl’s parents. They acquired more cropland and pasture for their expanding cattle herd.In the late 1960s, Irl and Ruthmary started college courses at Ft. Hays State College. In 1972, Irl obtained a degree in biology and Ruthmary a degree in elementary art education. Around this same time, they lovingly welcomed two teen-age nieces into their home and cared for them for a few years.They continued to acquire more land and increase the cattle herd. After the death of Irl’s mother in 1974, they moved into the family home with his father, who was almost 80 years old. His brother, Chris, returned to Kansas in the mid-1970s and settled on the farm. He was a dependable worker, assisting with the cattle and farming business. During their years on the farm, their four sons were born: James Christopher, Troy Irl, Blake William, and Joshua Laverne. Irl enjoyed being a father and teaching his boys how to fish and hunt.In 1988, Irl was gravely ill with a heart condition. He was too disabled to continue farming and sold the equipment and cattle. He leased farmland and pastures. Miraculously, his heart function slowly improved, allowing him to be more active. He built additional ponds, stocked them with fish and leased the fishing rights, as well as hunting rights on his land, to a sports club.He and Ruth lived for a short time in Bogue, then a short time in Hays, and for several years in Larned, Kansas, while Ruth worked as an art therapist for the Kansas State Department of Corrections. They settled back in Bogue around 2003 until their deaths. Troy and Joshua, with Irl’s help, began the farming operation again. They acquired equipment and slowly increased the herd of cattle. The boys continued to farm cropland and build the herd of cattle.Irl was a very hard-working farmer and cattleman. For pleasure and relaxation, he enjoyed hunting both birds and deer. He looked forward to fishing trips and the fall hunting season with family. He enjoyed the Brassfield Family reunions and visiting Ruthmary’s family.Irl and Ruthmary (referred to as “Hon” by Irl) had 58 years of a loving, devoted, faithful marriage. They truly were each other’s “better half.” They were partners in the operation and expansion of the farm. They were caregivers for each other at times during many years of health challenges. They supported each other during the lifelong sorrow and mourning after the tragic, unexpected, deaths of two sons, James in 2005 and Joshua in 2017.Both Irl and Ruth were in failing health when Ruth passed away in 2021. It was a heartbreaking loss for Irl and his health declined further. In the fall of 2022, he was hospitalized for pneumonia. Unable to care for himself adequately, he moved to Troy and Cayleigh’s home. With loving care and nourishing food prepared by Cayleigh, he recovered some of his strength but continued to have medical issues. He was admitted to Graham County Hospital the following spring and passed away April 6, 2023.He will be remembered for his love for his family and siblings, his gentle wit, his compassionate heart, his kindness to others in their troubles and steadfastness in his own, his strong work ethic, and his help to others in need.He was predeceased by his parents; ten siblings: Christina, Clay, Elmer, Dora, Nancy, Chris, Winn, Rose, Paul and Jane; his beloved wife Ruthmary (“Hon”); and two sons, James and Joshua. He is survived by, and will be lovingly remembered by his sister Velma Smith, Bellevue WA; sons Troy, (Cayleigh) Bogue, KS; and Blake (Heather) Texarkana TX; fifteen grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.A memorial service will be held at the Redline Church of God, 11:00 a.m. CST, June 10, 2023.To&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=27672543&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686577728.44.1.1686578161.56.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27672543&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686577728.44.1.1686578161.56.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Irl, please&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=27672543&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686577728.44.1.1686578161.56.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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John L. Veh, 85, departed this life on June 6, 2023, at his home in Hill City, Kansas. He was born September 25, 1937, in rural Densmore, Kansas to William and Mary (Atkinson) Veh, the youngest of three children.

He attended school in Norton, Kansas until his senior year, when the family moved to rural Logan, Kansas where he graduated in 1956. 

He enlisted in the United States Army in June 1957 and was discharged May 1959. After returning to Kansas he helped his Dad with the family farm and began his career in the oilfield, retiring in 1994.

He married Sandra Sprinkle on June 3, 1987 in Hill City, Kansas.

He is survived by his wife Sandra Veh of the home, his son Jim (Rosie) Sprinkle, Lenexa, KS, his daughters, Julie (Ron) Patterson, Derby, Ks, Jami (Lonnie Lucero) Sprinkle, Pierceville, Ks, Stacy VanBlaricon and Cara Hubbard; his grandchildren Jay (Rachel) Sprinkle, Trish (Craig) Staab, Taylor Sprinkle, Brittany (Justin) Shields, Xavier (Kelsey) Sloan, Ashlei (Dustin) Dinkel, Andrea (Daniel) Reed, Ian Patterson, River (Craig) Ledet, Riley (Zoey) Wands, Stephanie (Tyler) Winn, Tate (Skylar Chapple) Wands, Jaran (Jordyn Shorter) Clark, Emmett Lucero, Averett Lucero, Alyx (Caden) Shaw, Kayci Veh, and Danyl (Tucker) Dauer; great-grandchildren Jolee, Tristan, Mason, Cameron, Kenadee, Karsyn, Holden, Rena, Brooks, Jocelyn, Auggie, Abigail, Jacob, Hannah, Nick, Katie, Libby, Radley, Sawyer, Zayne, Ryder, Raysson, RhyAnne, Tatum, Jansen, Klace, Kreed, Hendryx, Hudsyn, and Hayz; great-great-grandchildren Reagan, Kameron, and Everli. He is also survived by many special friends and family.

John was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother Myron (Darlene), sister Loretta (Jack) Bard, his son-in-law Craig VanBlaricon and grandson Jason Patterson.

In honor of John’s love for K-State football and KU basketball everyone is encouraged to wear Wildcat purple or Jayhawk blue to his service. The visitation will be Friday, June 9 at Stinemetz Funeral Home, Hill City, KS, where the family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m.. A celebration of life will be Saturday, June 10 at 3 p.m. at Stinemetz Funeral Home.

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<h2>John Leonard Veh, Hill City</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28092790">https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28092790</a>September 25, 1937 - June 6, 2023John L. Veh, 85, departed this life on June 6, 2023, at his home in Hill City, Kansas. He was born September 25, 1937, in rural Densmore, Kansas to William and Mary (Atkinson) Veh, the youngest of three children.He attended school in Norton, Kansas until his senior year, when the family moved to rural Logan, Kansas where he graduated in 1956. He enlisted in the United States Army in June 1957 and was discharged May 1959. After returning to Kansas he helped his Dad with the family farm and began his career in the oilfield, retiring in 1994.He married Sandra Sprinkle on June 3, 1987 in Hill City, Kansas.He is survived by his wife Sandra Veh of the home, his son Jim (Rosie) Sprinkle, Lenexa, KS, his daughters, Julie (Ron) Patterson, Derby, Ks, Jami (Lonnie Lucero) Sprinkle, Pierceville, Ks, Stacy VanBlaricon and Cara Hubbard; his grandchildren Jay (Rachel) Sprinkle, Trish (Craig) Staab, Taylor Sprinkle, Brittany (Justin) Shields, Xavier (Kelsey) Sloan, Ashlei (Dustin) Dinkel, Andrea (Daniel) Reed, Ian Patterson, River (Craig) Ledet, Riley (Zoey) Wands, Stephanie (Tyler) Winn, Tate (Skylar Chapple) Wands, Jaran (Jordyn Shorter) Clark, Emmett Lucero, Averett Lucero, Alyx (Caden) Shaw, Kayci Veh, and Danyl (Tucker) Dauer; great-grandchildren Jolee, Tristan, Mason, Cameron, Kenadee, Karsyn, Holden, Rena, Brooks, Jocelyn, Auggie, Abigail, Jacob, Hannah, Nick, Katie, Libby, Radley, Sawyer, Zayne, Ryder, Raysson, RhyAnne, Tatum, Jansen, Klace, Kreed, Hendryx, Hudsyn, and Hayz; great-great-grandchildren Reagan, Kameron, and Everli. He is also survived by many special friends and family.John was proceeded in death by his parents, his brother Myron (Darlene), sister Loretta (Jack) Bard, his son-in-law Craig VanBlaricon and grandson Jason Patterson.In honor of John’s love for K-State football and KU basketball everyone is encouraged to wear Wildcat purple or Jayhawk blue to his service. The visitation will be Friday, June 9 at Stinemetz Funeral Home, Hill City, KS, where the family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m.. A celebration of life will be Saturday, June 10 at 3 p.m. at Stinemetz Funeral Home.To&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=28092790&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686084609.41.0.1686084609.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=28092790&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686084609.41.0.1686084609.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of John, please&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=28092790&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1686084609.41.0.1686084609.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

John Leonard Veh

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Stanley Robert Roy, 76, WaKeeney, Kansas passed away May 11, 2023 at Trego Lemke Memorial Long Term Care, WaKeeney. Stanley was born February 19, 1947, in Damar, Kansas, the tenth child of Nathlie (Asselin) and Dona A. Roy.

Stanley spent his school years in Damar and graduated from high school in 1966. 

Before Stanley started technical college for mechanics and welding in Goodland, he met Diana Bassett. Stan and Diana married August 12, 1967 in Damar. To this union four children were born: Laura, Brad, Nicole and Mark.

After completing his training in Goodland, Stan moved his family to Tribune, Kansas where he worked as a welder, until he moved the family closer to home to help on the family farm. Stan and Diana raised their children on a farm near Damar. He worked many years for KDOT out of Hill City and later retired from Rooks County.

Stan was known by many as a gentle giant with a big smile who never knew a stranger. Stan and Diana loved spending their summers camping at Webster Lake, visiting with friends and family.

Preceding Stan in death are his parents; an infant sister, and his sister Donna; brothers Orville, Eugene, Albert, Clifford, and Lavern; and a son-in-law, Leonard Marcotte. 

He is survived by his wife Diana; sisters Viola Ricks, and Norma Griffin and husband Darrel all of Salina; children Laura Marcotte and special friend, Cody Frye of Hill City, Brad Roy of Hill City, Nicole and husband Gary Kroeger of WaKeeney, and Mark Roy and wife Amber of Palmer, Nebraska; 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27914862">https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=27914862</a>February 19, 1947 - May 11, 2023Stanley Robert Roy, 76, WaKeeney, Kansas passed away May 11, 2023 at Trego Lemke Memorial Long Term Care, WaKeeney. Stanley was born February 19, 1947, in Damar, Kansas, the tenth child of Nathlie (Asselin) and Dona A. Roy.Stanley spent his school years in Damar and graduated from high school in 1966. Before Stanley started technical college for mechanics and welding in Goodland, he met Diana Bassett. Stan and Diana married August 12, 1967 in Damar. To this union four children were born: Laura, Brad, Nicole and Mark.After completing his training in Goodland, Stan moved his family to Tribune, Kansas where he worked as a welder, until he moved the family closer to home to help on the family farm. Stan and Diana raised their children on a farm near Damar. He worked many years for KDOT out of Hill City and later retired from Rooks County.Stan was known by many as a gentle giant with a big smile who never knew a stranger. Stan and Diana loved spending their summers camping at Webster Lake, visiting with friends and family.Preceding Stan in death are his parents; an infant sister, and his sister Donna; brothers Orville, Eugene, Albert, Clifford, and Lavern; and a son-in-law, Leonard Marcotte. He is survived by his wife Diana; sisters Viola Ricks, and Norma Griffin and husband Darrel all of Salina; children Laura Marcotte and special friend, Cody Frye of Hill City, Brad Roy of Hill City, Nicole and husband Gary Kroeger of WaKeeney, and Mark Roy and wife Amber of Palmer, Nebraska; 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Stanley, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27914862&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683903761.21.0.1683903761.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

Stanley R. Roy

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Betty Jo (Taylor) Sells passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023, in the Lyons Regional Hospital in Lyons, Kansas at the age 94. She was born on October 1, 1928, to George V. and Ora Grace (Engelbert) Taylor in Chase, Kansas.

Betty worked for Farmland Industry at the Lyons Cooperative starting as a bookkeeper and finally becoming the manager. She was very proud to be the first woman manager for Farmland Industry. 

After retiring, Denver and Betty enjoyed camping and fishing at Wilson Lake. They also enjoyed taking care of their honeybee hive and selling Watkins products. She was an avid gambler and was always at a casino whenever she could be.

She was preceded in death by her husband Denver C. Sells; and daughter Sylvia Ann Whitis.

She is survived by her sons Dennis R. Sells (Maryann) of Moore, Oklahoma and E. David Sells (Becky) of Wilson; sister Maxine Sappenfield; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

Memorials are suggested to the Immanuel Lutheran Church - Wilson and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 533, Wilson, Kansas 67490.

Betty’s celebration will be announced, and online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com.

To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Betty, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=28026940">Tree Store</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://tree-tc.tributestore.com/?oId=28026940&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1685455954.37.0.1685456497.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>.

<h2>Betty Jo Sells</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28026940">https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28026940</a>October 1, 1928 - May 26, 2023Betty Jo (Taylor) Sells passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023, in the Lyons Regional Hospital in Lyons, Kansas at the age 94. She was born on October 1, 1928, to George V. and Ora Grace (Engelbert) Taylor in Chase, Kansas.Betty worked for Farmland Industry at the Lyons Cooperative starting as a bookkeeper and finally becoming the manager. She was very proud to be the first woman manager for Farmland Industry. After retiring, Denver and Betty enjoyed camping and fishing at Wilson Lake. They also enjoyed taking care of their honeybee hive and selling Watkins products. She was an avid gambler and was always at a casino whenever she could be.She was preceded in death by her husband Denver C. Sells; and daughter Sylvia Ann Whitis.She is survived by her sons Dennis R. Sells (Maryann) of Moore, Oklahoma and E. David Sells (Becky) of Wilson; sister Maxine Sappenfield; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.<figure>
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 </figure>Memorials are suggested to the Immanuel Lutheran Church - Wilson and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 533, Wilson, Kansas 67490.Betty’s celebration will be announced, and online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Betty, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=28026940">Tree Store</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://tree-tc.tributestore.com/?oId=28026940&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1685455954.37.0.1685456497.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>.

Betty Jo Sells

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Steven Dale “Steve” Schindler, 66, of Topeka, KS passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at his home in Topeka. He was born on November 7, 1956, in El Paso, TX, the son of Abe “Junior” and Shirley (Trible) Schindler.

Steve graduated from Stockton High School in 1974. He then attended Beloit Business School. He had resided in Topeka since 2007 and was employed by Acosta Sales and Marketing. 

He married Joyce D. Murphy on March 21, 2012, in Las Vegas, NV.

Steve is survived by his wife Joyce of the home in Topeka; son Shawn Schindler of Hays; daughter Machelle Schindler of Hays; stepdaughter Terri Murphy of Topeka; stepson Travis Marts of Junction City, KS; grandchildren; and numerous aunts and uncles.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister Delores “Dori” Wageman; and grandparents Ray and Vera Schindler and James and Jessie Trible.

Services are pending at a later date in Stockton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Midland Care, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606.

To&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=26959262&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686577365.48.1.1686577374.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=26959262&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686577365.48.1.1686577374.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Steven, please&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=26959262&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686577365.48.1.1686577374.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Steven Dale 'Steve' Schindler, Topeka</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Steven-Dale-Steve-Schindler?obId=26959262#/celebrationWall">https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Steven-Dale-Steve-Schindler?obId=26959262#/celebrationWall</a>November 7, 1956 - December 31, 2022Steven Dale “Steve” Schindler, 66, of Topeka, KS passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at his home in Topeka. He was born on November 7, 1956, in El Paso, TX, the son of Abe “Junior” and Shirley (Trible) Schindler.Steve graduated from Stockton High School in 1974. He then attended Beloit Business School. He had resided in Topeka since 2007 and was employed by Acosta Sales and Marketing. He married Joyce D. Murphy on March 21, 2012, in Las Vegas, NV.Steve is survived by his wife Joyce of the home in Topeka; son Shawn Schindler of Hays; daughter Machelle Schindler of Hays; stepdaughter Terri Murphy of Topeka; stepson Travis Marts of Junction City, KS; grandchildren; and numerous aunts and uncles.He is preceded in death by his parents; sister Delores “Dori” Wageman; and grandparents Ray and Vera Schindler and James and Jessie Trible.Services are pending at a later date in Stockton.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Midland Care, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, KS 66606.To&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=26959262&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686577365.48.1.1686577374.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=26959262&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686577365.48.1.1686577374.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Steven, please&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=26959262&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686577365.48.1.1686577374.51.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Steven Dale 'Steve' Schindler

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Freda Marie Leiker Wiesner was born on May 13, 1929 in Ellis County, Kansas; and grew up in&nbsp;Munjor, Kansas. She peacefully went to heaven on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at age 94.

Freda joined her husband of 61 years, Roman Wiesner, in marriage on April 23, 1952 in Munjor.&nbsp;Together they raised eight children and farmed wheat and cattle northwest of Ellis, Kansas. She was a&nbsp;member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church&nbsp;and the Daughters of Isabella.

Freda holds two world records. The first is the world’s best cook. She set international standards&nbsp;for chicken&nbsp;fried steak, galushkies, apple pies, noodles, and many Volga&nbsp;German dishes. The second&nbsp;record she holds is for the world’s biggest heart. She gave so much of&nbsp;herself and&nbsp;asked so little in&nbsp;return.

Freda is&nbsp;remembered&nbsp;by her children Ted (Colleen), Lubbock, TX; Mona Pratt (Gary), Stillwater, OK;&nbsp;Pat, Overland Park, KS; Mike, Ellis, Kansas; Larry (Lynn), St. Louis, MO; Don (Lori), Wichita, KS; and Elise&nbsp;Carter&nbsp;(Randy), Norman, OK.

Joining us in&nbsp;remembering her are&nbsp;six&nbsp;of her brothers and sisters;&nbsp;Sr. Mary Elise Leiker, Firma Dechant (Ralph), Clifford Leiker (Vera), Tony&nbsp;Leiker (Janet), Carol Wadley&nbsp;(Duane), and Linda Braun (Donny). Also Mom’s fault are nine grandchildren,&nbsp;and eight great-grandchildren.

In heaven, Freda has joined her husband Roman, who passed on July 24, 2013, her daughter, Jane,&nbsp;who passed on January 28, 1977; and her son-in-law Gary (Mona), who passed on June 26, 2015. Also&nbsp;meeting Mom in heaven are her sisters Alma Sanders (Ralph) and Juliana Urbanek (Keith), as well as&nbsp;her brother Maurice Leiker (Lillian).

Visitation will be held&nbsp;Monday, June 12, 2023&nbsp;from 5-7 p.m. at Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th,&nbsp;in Ellis.&nbsp;The parish vigil service, starting with the rosary,&nbsp;will begin at 7:00 p.m..

Funeral services will&nbsp;begin 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday,&nbsp;June 13&nbsp;at St Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis.&nbsp;Burial will&nbsp;follow in&nbsp;the&nbsp;church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial&nbsp;contributions are suggested to St. Mary's&nbsp;Catholic Church&nbsp;and the&nbsp;Daughters of Isabella.

“Momma, we miss you. And we’re being good. We’d love to be with you, if only we could.”

Condolences may be left on Freda's tribute page at <a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28118386">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

To send flowers to the family of Freda, please&nbsp;<a href="http://keithley-funeral-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=28118386&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1686235922.52.1.1686237596.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Freda Marie Wiesner, Ellis</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686433109261.png" alt="Freda Marie Wiesner" />
 <figcaption>Freda Marie Wiesner</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28118386">https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28118386</a>May 13, 1929 - June 8, 2023Freda Marie Leiker Wiesner was born on May 13, 1929 in Ellis County, Kansas; and grew up in&nbsp;Munjor, Kansas. She peacefully went to heaven on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at age 94.Freda joined her husband of 61 years, Roman Wiesner, in marriage on April 23, 1952 in Munjor.&nbsp;Together they raised eight children and farmed wheat and cattle northwest of Ellis, Kansas. She was a&nbsp;member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church&nbsp;and the Daughters of Isabella.Freda holds two world records. The first is the world’s best cook. She set international standards&nbsp;for chicken&nbsp;fried steak, galushkies, apple pies, noodles, and many Volga&nbsp;German dishes. The second&nbsp;record she holds is for the world’s biggest heart. She gave so much of&nbsp;herself and&nbsp;asked so little in&nbsp;return.Freda is&nbsp;remembered&nbsp;by her children Ted (Colleen), Lubbock, TX; Mona Pratt (Gary), Stillwater, OK;&nbsp;Pat, Overland Park, KS; Mike, Ellis, Kansas; Larry (Lynn), St. Louis, MO; Don (Lori), Wichita, KS; and Elise&nbsp;Carter&nbsp;(Randy), Norman, OK.Joining us in&nbsp;remembering her are&nbsp;six&nbsp;of her brothers and sisters;&nbsp;Sr. Mary Elise Leiker, Firma Dechant (Ralph), Clifford Leiker (Vera), Tony&nbsp;Leiker (Janet), Carol Wadley&nbsp;(Duane), and Linda Braun (Donny). Also Mom’s fault are nine grandchildren,&nbsp;and eight great-grandchildren.In heaven, Freda has joined her husband Roman, who passed on July 24, 2013, her daughter, Jane,&nbsp;who passed on January 28, 1977; and her son-in-law Gary (Mona), who passed on June 26, 2015. Also&nbsp;meeting Mom in heaven are her sisters Alma Sanders (Ralph) and Juliana Urbanek (Keith), as well as&nbsp;her brother Maurice Leiker (Lillian).Visitation will be held&nbsp;Monday, June 12, 2023&nbsp;from 5-7 p.m. at Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th,&nbsp;in Ellis.&nbsp;The parish vigil service, starting with the rosary,&nbsp;will begin at 7:00 p.m..Funeral services will&nbsp;begin 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday,&nbsp;June 13&nbsp;at St Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis.&nbsp;Burial will&nbsp;follow in&nbsp;the&nbsp;church cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial&nbsp;contributions are suggested to St. Mary's&nbsp;Catholic Church&nbsp;and the&nbsp;Daughters of Isabella.“Momma, we miss you. And we’re being good. We’d love to be with you, if only we could.”Condolences may be left on Freda's tribute page at <a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28118386">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.To send flowers to the family of Freda, please&nbsp;<a href="http://keithley-funeral-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=28118386&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1686235922.52.1.1686237596.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Freda Marie Wiesner

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Roy F. Thornburg, 86, of Utica, KS passed away June 7, 2023, at his farm north of Utica. &nbsp;Roy was born April 7, 1937, in the old rock house at the family farm north of Utica. &nbsp;He was the son of Francis and Bertha (Daniels) Thornburg. &nbsp;Except for the five years he was off at college, Roy lived on the family homestead all his life. &nbsp;

Roy attended Smoky Vale School, was a 1955 graduate of Utica High School, and a 1960 graduate of Fort Hays State University (FHSU) majoring in agriculture. &nbsp;During college Roy worked at the college farm and delivered fresh milk to the FHSU residence halls in the early morning hours after milking cows. &nbsp;

On June 7th, 1959, Roy married Ailene O’Toole at the Arnold United Methodist Church, making their home on the family homestead in rural Ness County. &nbsp;From this union, three sons were born, Lance, Marlon, and Rodd. &nbsp;Following Ailene’s passing in 1994, Roy married Roxie (McNinch) Fore at the Arnold United Methodist Church on October 26, 2002.

In 1960 Roy started a dirt construction business, Thornburg Construction, building terraces, pits, dams, waterways, and lease roads in addition to operating his dozer in the oil field. &nbsp;He continued to operate the business for more than 60 years in Ness, Gove, Lane and Trego counties.

Roy is survived by his wife, Roxie (McNinch) Thornburg, of the home, his sons Lance (Susan), Great Bend, Marlon (Darla), Coffeyville, and Rodd (Tara), Quinter; grandchildren Payden (Kaitlyn), MacKenzie, Tieraney, Tate, Taya (Broc), and Jesse (Casey); great-grandson Branch; brother Wallie (Coralee); and sister-in-law Janice O’Toole, Utica; nieces Darla (Roger) Windholz, Shelly (Bill) Popplereiter; nephews Allen (Julia), and Darcy (Michelle). &nbsp;He is also survived by Roxie’s children Rachelle, Randall, and Ryan (Crystal); grandchildren Aric, Audrey, Jace, Brittany, Hannah, Ethan, and Jillian; and two great-grandchildren.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents; wife Ailene; brother-in-law Patrick O’Toole; Roxie’s son Russell Fore, and daughter-in-law Debbie Fore. &nbsp;

Funeral service will be held at the Arnold United Methodist Church in Arnold, KS on Monday, June 12th, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., with burial to follow in the Utica Cemetery, Utica, KS. &nbsp;Viewing will be Sunday, June 11th from noon to 8:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, KS. &nbsp;

Memorials are suggested for the Arnold Methodist Church in care of Fitzgerald Funeral Home.

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

<h2>Roy Francis Thornburg, Utica</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686433405523.jpeg" alt="Roy Francis Thornburg." />
 <figcaption>Roy Francis Thornburg.</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com/obituary/roy-thornburg?fh_id=12067">https://www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com/obituary/roy-thornburg?fh_id=12067</a>April 7, 1937 - June 7, 2023Roy F. Thornburg, 86, of Utica, KS passed away June 7, 2023, at his farm north of Utica. &nbsp;Roy was born April 7, 1937, in the old rock house at the family farm north of Utica. &nbsp;He was the son of Francis and Bertha (Daniels) Thornburg. &nbsp;Except for the five years he was off at college, Roy lived on the family homestead all his life. &nbsp;Roy attended Smoky Vale School, was a 1955 graduate of Utica High School, and a 1960 graduate of Fort Hays State University (FHSU) majoring in agriculture. &nbsp;During college Roy worked at the college farm and delivered fresh milk to the FHSU residence halls in the early morning hours after milking cows. &nbsp;On June 7th, 1959, Roy married Ailene O’Toole at the Arnold United Methodist Church, making their home on the family homestead in rural Ness County. &nbsp;From this union, three sons were born, Lance, Marlon, and Rodd. &nbsp;Following Ailene’s passing in 1994, Roy married Roxie (McNinch) Fore at the Arnold United Methodist Church on October 26, 2002.In 1960 Roy started a dirt construction business, Thornburg Construction, building terraces, pits, dams, waterways, and lease roads in addition to operating his dozer in the oil field. &nbsp;He continued to operate the business for more than 60 years in Ness, Gove, Lane and Trego counties.Roy is survived by his wife, Roxie (McNinch) Thornburg, of the home, his sons Lance (Susan), Great Bend, Marlon (Darla), Coffeyville, and Rodd (Tara), Quinter; grandchildren Payden (Kaitlyn), MacKenzie, Tieraney, Tate, Taya (Broc), and Jesse (Casey); great-grandson Branch; brother Wallie (Coralee); and sister-in-law Janice O’Toole, Utica; nieces Darla (Roger) Windholz, Shelly (Bill) Popplereiter; nephews Allen (Julia), and Darcy (Michelle). &nbsp;He is also survived by Roxie’s children Rachelle, Randall, and Ryan (Crystal); grandchildren Aric, Audrey, Jace, Brittany, Hannah, Ethan, and Jillian; and two great-grandchildren.Roy was preceded in death by his parents; wife Ailene; brother-in-law Patrick O’Toole; Roxie’s son Russell Fore, and daughter-in-law Debbie Fore. &nbsp;Funeral service will be held at the Arnold United Methodist Church in Arnold, KS on Monday, June 12th, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., with burial to follow in the Utica Cemetery, Utica, KS. &nbsp;Viewing will be Sunday, June 11th from noon to 8:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, KS. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested for the Arnold Methodist Church in care of Fitzgerald Funeral Home.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Roy Francis Thornburg, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com/obituary/roy-thornburg/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Roy Francis Thornburg

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Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, 19, of Holstein, Nebraska, passed away June 8th.

I, Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, graced the world with my essence on January 16th, 2004. My first name, Izabella, means God's promise, and my middle name, Phoenix, is a mythical creature that I considered to be my warrior spirit animal. In the hardest moments of my life, I would rise up from the ashes of my challenging circumstances by focusing on faith, hope, and better things to come. Now is no different, after an epic 19ish years, on June 8, 2023, I rose up and danced into the arms of my Savior after ferociously fighting my battle with Pineoblastoma Brain Cancer.

During my life on Earth, I was blessed to serve many roles in the individuals' lives that I loved: I was a daughter, a granddaughter, a sister, a niece, an aunt, a cousin, a friend, a "mother" figure (on occasion to those who may not have always appreciated my advice), an old soul, a bright light, a warrior, and a believer.

So how do I describe myself or my life in mere words? Well, my life was way more than the hospital I was born in, the school I graduated from, or where I spent my final day. It was also not defined by the numerous experiences that I will miss, such as my wedding, the births of my children, or the careers that I would have dedicated my talents to. Yes, I wanted all of those things, but what I hope I did do with my 19 beautiful years was make an impact. I embraced every relationship with those God placed in my life and did my best to show his love and light to the world through me.

I loved to dance, sing, draw, paint, act, play board games, and make people laugh. I loved the beach, my whales, and all the marine life I had the pleasure of getting to know. But the most important part of who I was directly relates to all of the amazing people I have met along the way, for each of you changed me for the better.&nbsp; When I loved you, I loved deeply and I hope that all of those that have met me know what a gift they have been to me.

I considered myself to be funny and often handled the tough situations life threw at me with humor. I learned that laughter makes life a better place and even death is still better than a rectal balloon.

I also strived to be a warrior. For me, a warrior is a person who fights for what is right, someone who doesn’t stop working towards their goals, someone who is brave, determined, and loyal.

I was not born a warrior; my character was developed as I faced adversities. The more trials I faced, the more honed my skills became. The times in my life where there were no other paths to choose from and my only option was to forge forward and fight the battle head on, I remained grateful, as each of those moments brought me closer to God.

I was an advocate, an advocate for finding more funding, better treatments, and cures for each pediatric cancer, but more importantly an advocate for the children that have and have had to endure this horrendous disease. My wish was to open a safe haven for the cancer kids' siblings to be supported, cared for, and loved, while being able to be present with their families during their siblings' treatment. I believed that providing counseling, schooling, support groups, and activities during and after their siblings' journeys was missing during my treatment and still affects my family to this day. No siblings should ever be left behind. I never got that chance, but hope that this will come to fruition one day soon.

My siblings say I was caring and nice, humorous, passionate, fiery, bright, fearless, fierce, and kind of a pain in their butt. They also said I brought happiness, growth, strength, and perspective to their lives, but they all brought so much more to mine. I want nothing more than for them to be okay and live long, happy majestic lives until we meet again. Our family is fun, even though it can be a roller coaster, but the best part is we won't give up on each other when times get tough. So take care of each other and live your lives in a way we can be together again…I love you all so much!

I will be waiting in heaven for my mother and father, Miki and Craig Eckhardt; my siblings, TJ, Thomas, Jasmine, Sarah, Azryn, Elexzia, Jaxon, and Lily; my grandparents, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and many family and friends. I was greeted in Heaven by all those I loved that passed on before me and some of the strongest fighters I know.

A candlelight vigil will be held at Lake Hastings Park in Hastings, Nebraska, on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at 7:48 p.m. to honor Izabella's life.

Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the United Methodist Church in Courtland, Kansas. The family will be greeting guests beginning at 1 p.m., prior to Izabella's funeral service which will begin at 2 p.m.. A graveside service at the Courtland Cemetery and reception will immediately follow.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt Memorial.

Hutchins Funeral Home, Franklin, Nebraska and Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas are assisting Izabella’s family with these arrangements.

To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/41f479ed-aae3-461c-a683-004b88a86c34" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/41f479ed-aae3-461c-a683-004b88a86c34" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

<h2>Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, Holstein, NE</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686326230328.jpeg" alt="Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt" />
 <figcaption>Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/izabella-eckhardt">https://www.tibbettsfischerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/izabella-eckhardt</a>January 16, 2004- June 8, 2023Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, 19, of Holstein, Nebraska, passed away June 8th.I, Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, graced the world with my essence on January 16th, 2004. My first name, Izabella, means God's promise, and my middle name, Phoenix, is a mythical creature that I considered to be my warrior spirit animal. In the hardest moments of my life, I would rise up from the ashes of my challenging circumstances by focusing on faith, hope, and better things to come. Now is no different, after an epic 19ish years, on June 8, 2023, I rose up and danced into the arms of my Savior after ferociously fighting my battle with Pineoblastoma Brain Cancer.During my life on Earth, I was blessed to serve many roles in the individuals' lives that I loved: I was a daughter, a granddaughter, a sister, a niece, an aunt, a cousin, a friend, a "mother" figure (on occasion to those who may not have always appreciated my advice), an old soul, a bright light, a warrior, and a believer.So how do I describe myself or my life in mere words? Well, my life was way more than the hospital I was born in, the school I graduated from, or where I spent my final day. It was also not defined by the numerous experiences that I will miss, such as my wedding, the births of my children, or the careers that I would have dedicated my talents to. Yes, I wanted all of those things, but what I hope I did do with my 19 beautiful years was make an impact. I embraced every relationship with those God placed in my life and did my best to show his love and light to the world through me.I loved to dance, sing, draw, paint, act, play board games, and make people laugh. I loved the beach, my whales, and all the marine life I had the pleasure of getting to know. But the most important part of who I was directly relates to all of the amazing people I have met along the way, for each of you changed me for the better.&nbsp; When I loved you, I loved deeply and I hope that all of those that have met me know what a gift they have been to me.I considered myself to be funny and often handled the tough situations life threw at me with humor. I learned that laughter makes life a better place and even death is still better than a rectal balloon.I also strived to be a warrior. For me, a warrior is a person who fights for what is right, someone who doesn’t stop working towards their goals, someone who is brave, determined, and loyal.I was not born a warrior; my character was developed as I faced adversities. The more trials I faced, the more honed my skills became. The times in my life where there were no other paths to choose from and my only option was to forge forward and fight the battle head on, I remained grateful, as each of those moments brought me closer to God.I was an advocate, an advocate for finding more funding, better treatments, and cures for each pediatric cancer, but more importantly an advocate for the children that have and have had to endure this horrendous disease. My wish was to open a safe haven for the cancer kids' siblings to be supported, cared for, and loved, while being able to be present with their families during their siblings' treatment. I believed that providing counseling, schooling, support groups, and activities during and after their siblings' journeys was missing during my treatment and still affects my family to this day. No siblings should ever be left behind. I never got that chance, but hope that this will come to fruition one day soon.My siblings say I was caring and nice, humorous, passionate, fiery, bright, fearless, fierce, and kind of a pain in their butt. They also said I brought happiness, growth, strength, and perspective to their lives, but they all brought so much more to mine. I want nothing more than for them to be okay and live long, happy majestic lives until we meet again. Our family is fun, even though it can be a roller coaster, but the best part is we won't give up on each other when times get tough. So take care of each other and live your lives in a way we can be together again…I love you all so much!I will be waiting in heaven for my mother and father, Miki and Craig Eckhardt; my siblings, TJ, Thomas, Jasmine, Sarah, Azryn, Elexzia, Jaxon, and Lily; my grandparents, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and many family and friends. I was greeted in Heaven by all those I loved that passed on before me and some of the strongest fighters I know.A candlelight vigil will be held at Lake Hastings Park in Hastings, Nebraska, on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at 7:48 p.m. to honor Izabella's life.Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the United Methodist Church in Courtland, Kansas. The family will be greeting guests beginning at 1 p.m., prior to Izabella's funeral service which will begin at 2 p.m.. A graveside service at the Courtland Cemetery and reception will immediately follow.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt Memorial.Hutchins Funeral Home, Franklin, Nebraska and Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Belleville, Kansas are assisting Izabella’s family with these arrangements.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/41f479ed-aae3-461c-a683-004b88a86c34" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/41f479ed-aae3-461c-a683-004b88a86c34" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Izabella Phoenix Eckhardt

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Doris Jean Miller passed away on June 7, 2023, under hospice care, and tended by her children and extended family, at SunPorch of Smith County in Smith Center, Kansas. Jean was born on November 26, 1926, in Waterloo, Iowa to C.J. and Elizabeth (Rietz) Hamer.

Jean attended schools in Waterloo, Iowa. After graduating highschool, Jean received a teaching contract at Bennett, Iowa on her sister Ruth's reputation. She taught second grade in Bennett, Iowa. Jean then attended two years at McPherson, KS, meeting a handsome young man from Burr Oak, KS. She was united in marriage to Lyle Miller on June 11, 1950, in Waterloo, at the Church of the Brethren. Doris Jean taught two years at Kensington, KS before starting their family. Jean and Lyle served at many churches, the first being Kensington and Beulah. They also served at Pleasant View/Hunter, Scandia/Courtland/Norway, Tisdale/Burden, Stockton/Woodston, Rose Valley, and finally Cedar Christian Church. Jean served God for 70 plus years, living a life worthy of the “call.”

Jean joins her parents C.J. and Elizabeth Hamer; husband Lyle; son Mark; brothers Merwin and Robert Hamer; sister Ruth Riedesel; and great-granddaughter.

Survivors include children David and Crystal of Winfield, KS, Beth (Duncan) and Altan Hazen of Stockton, KS, Kathy (Elam Miller) Burns of Burden, KS, James and Melanie Miller of Newkirk, OK: grandchildren Shelby Miller, Shawn Miller Stover, Addie Duncan Jurgens, Gabe (Emily) Duncan, Jessica (Miller) and Shane Sloan, Jacob Miller, Becka (Miller) and Adam Tebben and John and Josie Miller; and eight great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 10AM at the funeral home in Stockton. There will be no public visitation.

Memorials are suggested to SunPorch of Smith County or The Gideons International and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

To&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=28102593&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686315004.46.1.1686315019.45.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=28102593&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686315004.46.1.1686315019.45.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Doris, please&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=28102593&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686315004.46.1.1686315019.45.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

<h2>Doris Jean Miller</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686315102198.png" alt="Doris Jean Miller" />
 <figcaption>Doris Jean Miller</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28102593">https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28102593</a>November 26, 1926 - June 7, 2023Doris Jean Miller passed away on June 7, 2023, under hospice care, and tended by her children and extended family, at SunPorch of Smith County in Smith Center, Kansas. Jean was born on November 26, 1926, in Waterloo, Iowa to C.J. and Elizabeth (Rietz) Hamer.Jean attended schools in Waterloo, Iowa. After graduating highschool, Jean received a teaching contract at Bennett, Iowa on her sister Ruth's reputation. She taught second grade in Bennett, Iowa. Jean then attended two years at McPherson, KS, meeting a handsome young man from Burr Oak, KS. She was united in marriage to Lyle Miller on June 11, 1950, in Waterloo, at the Church of the Brethren. Doris Jean taught two years at Kensington, KS before starting their family. Jean and Lyle served at many churches, the first being Kensington and Beulah. They also served at Pleasant View/Hunter, Scandia/Courtland/Norway, Tisdale/Burden, Stockton/Woodston, Rose Valley, and finally Cedar Christian Church. Jean served God for 70 plus years, living a life worthy of the “call.”Jean joins her parents C.J. and Elizabeth Hamer; husband Lyle; son Mark; brothers Merwin and Robert Hamer; sister Ruth Riedesel; and great-granddaughter.Survivors include children David and Crystal of Winfield, KS, Beth (Duncan) and Altan Hazen of Stockton, KS, Kathy (Elam Miller) Burns of Burden, KS, James and Melanie Miller of Newkirk, OK: grandchildren Shelby Miller, Shawn Miller Stover, Addie Duncan Jurgens, Gabe (Emily) Duncan, Jessica (Miller) and Shane Sloan, Jacob Miller, Becka (Miller) and Adam Tebben and John and Josie Miller; and eight great-grandchildren.A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 10AM at the funeral home in Stockton. There will be no public visitation.Memorials are suggested to SunPorch of Smith County or The Gideons International and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.To&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=28102593&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686315004.46.1.1686315019.45.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=28102593&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686315004.46.1.1686315019.45.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Doris, please&nbsp;<a href="http://plumeroverlease-funeral-home-stockton-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=28102593&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1686315004.46.1.1686315019.45.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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Janice Marie Mix, 72, passed away June 5, 2023, at her home in Great Bend. She was born on June 9, 1950, Charles “Gene” and Margaret (Gliessner) Mix.&nbsp;

A longtime Great Bend resident, Janice was a parts manager in the oilfield. 

She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend and the Altar Society.&nbsp;

Survivors include four brothers, Larry Mix and wife Carolyn of St. John, Gary Mix and wife Susan of Sterling Colo., Ronald Mix and Robert Mix both of Great Bend; and many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister-in-law, Beverly Mix; and a nephew, Tim Mix.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park in Great Bend. 

Memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Altar Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Janice Marie Mix, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/janice-mix/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Janice Marie Mix, Great Bend</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Janice Marie Mix</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/janice-mix?fh_id=10931">https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/janice-mix?fh_id=10931</a><a href="https://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/89127" target="_blank">View Funeral Webcast</a>June 9, 1950 - June 5, 2023Janice Marie Mix, 72, passed away June 5, 2023, at her home in Great Bend. She was born on June 9, 1950, Charles “Gene” and Margaret (Gliessner) Mix.&nbsp;A longtime Great Bend resident, Janice was a parts manager in the oilfield. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend and the Altar Society.&nbsp;Survivors include four brothers, Larry Mix and wife Carolyn of St. John, Gary Mix and wife Susan of Sterling Colo., Ronald Mix and Robert Mix both of Great Bend; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister-in-law, Beverly Mix; and a nephew, Tim Mix.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park in Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Altar Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Janice Marie Mix, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/janice-mix/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Janice Marie Mix

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Marcella Weigel Zerr Moore, age 88, of Grainfield, KS, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter, KS. She was born on September 19, 1934 to Albert and Barbara Weigel in Quinter, KS.&nbsp;

She attended Gove Grade School. She graduated from Gove High School in 1952 with high honors and as the class valedictorian. She then attended the Parks School of Business in Denver, CO. 

On October 6, 1953, she was united in marriage to Pius Zerr in Grainfield, KS. To this union were born two children, Pam and Janice. Pius proceeded her in death on September 12, 1983. On September 19, 1986, she married Carl A. Moore of Goodland, KS.

Marcella worked as deputy Register of Deeds in the early 1950s and was later employed by Beougher’s Law office in Grinnell, KS until 1961. &nbsp;From 1961 to 1975 she worked for Charles Stewart, attorney. In 1975, she took the Kansas Abstractor’s exam and went into her own business for many years. &nbsp;She was very active in the Grainfield community as she served on the meal site council, recreation committee, city council, Christian Mothers, St. Agnes Parish Council and as a member of the Grinnell VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp;

She also helped numerous times serving funeral dinners and made many salads and desserts for grieving family members. &nbsp;She was always happy when she could help someone else out and give her time and kindness to others. &nbsp;

When Marcella wasn’t serving on a committee, you could either find her watching a KU basketball game or being one of the grandkids' biggest fans as they participated in basketball, cross country, volleyball, concerts, or any 4-H activity. You could say that anywhere her grandchildren were, you would see Marcella supporting them.

She leaves behind her husband, Carl Moore of Grainfield, daughters Pam Morel (Larry), Oakley, KS, and Janice Braun (Rick), Victoria, KS; six grandchildren, Lindy Morel, Landon Morel, Logan Morel, Lori Martin, Jenna Dempewolf (Andrew) and Lane Braun (Arrica). Her blessings grew as she had three great-grandchildren, Bellami Martin, Gentry and Braxton Dempewolf and baby Braun girl to be born in July! &nbsp;She has one brother, Pat Weigel, Hays, KS, along with his daughters Patty Goolsby and Staci Lucero. It was always a joy for Marcella to hear how Patty and Staci would call to ask if they could come “home” to stay with her as they were a very important part of her family.

The family has chosen cremation with a private service to be held at a later date. Family will welcome visitors on Friday, June 23 from 6-8 p.m. at S. Agnes Parish Hall, Grainfield, KS.&nbsp;

Condolences or cards can be sent to Pam Morel, 109 Maple, Oakley, KS 67748 or Janice Braun, 576 350th Ave., Victoria, KS, 67671.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Marcella Katherine Moore, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/marcella-moore/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>Marcella Weigel Zerr Moore, Grainfield</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Marcella Weigel Zerr Moore</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/marcella-moore">https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/marcella-moore</a>September 19, 1934 - June 4, 2023Marcella Weigel Zerr Moore, age 88, of Grainfield, KS, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter, KS. She was born on September 19, 1934 to Albert and Barbara Weigel in Quinter, KS.&nbsp;She attended Gove Grade School. She graduated from Gove High School in 1952 with high honors and as the class valedictorian. She then attended the Parks School of Business in Denver, CO. On October 6, 1953, she was united in marriage to Pius Zerr in Grainfield, KS. To this union were born two children, Pam and Janice. Pius proceeded her in death on September 12, 1983. On September 19, 1986, she married Carl A. Moore of Goodland, KS.Marcella worked as deputy Register of Deeds in the early 1950s and was later employed by Beougher’s Law office in Grinnell, KS until 1961. &nbsp;From 1961 to 1975 she worked for Charles Stewart, attorney. In 1975, she took the Kansas Abstractor’s exam and went into her own business for many years. &nbsp;She was very active in the Grainfield community as she served on the meal site council, recreation committee, city council, Christian Mothers, St. Agnes Parish Council and as a member of the Grinnell VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp;She also helped numerous times serving funeral dinners and made many salads and desserts for grieving family members. &nbsp;She was always happy when she could help someone else out and give her time and kindness to others. &nbsp;When Marcella wasn’t serving on a committee, you could either find her watching a KU basketball game or being one of the grandkids' biggest fans as they participated in basketball, cross country, volleyball, concerts, or any 4-H activity. You could say that anywhere her grandchildren were, you would see Marcella supporting them.She leaves behind her husband, Carl Moore of Grainfield, daughters Pam Morel (Larry), Oakley, KS, and Janice Braun (Rick), Victoria, KS; six grandchildren, Lindy Morel, Landon Morel, Logan Morel, Lori Martin, Jenna Dempewolf (Andrew) and Lane Braun (Arrica). Her blessings grew as she had three great-grandchildren, Bellami Martin, Gentry and Braxton Dempewolf and baby Braun girl to be born in July! &nbsp;She has one brother, Pat Weigel, Hays, KS, along with his daughters Patty Goolsby and Staci Lucero. It was always a joy for Marcella to hear how Patty and Staci would call to ask if they could come “home” to stay with her as they were a very important part of her family.The family has chosen cremation with a private service to be held at a later date. Family will welcome visitors on Friday, June 23 from 6-8 p.m. at S. Agnes Parish Hall, Grainfield, KS.&nbsp;Condolences or cards can be sent to Pam Morel, 109 Maple, Oakley, KS 67748 or Janice Braun, 576 350th Ave., Victoria, KS, 67671.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Marcella Katherine Moore, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/marcella-moore/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Marcella Weigel Zerr Moore

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James B. Kirby, 85, of Larned, Kansas passed away May 31, 2023 at Stormont Vail Trauma Center in Topeka, Kansas with injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

He was born in Larned, Kansas on August 31, 1937 to Frank and Nellie Kirby.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Dean Kirby, sister-in-law Glenda Kirby, wife Judith Kirby.

He married Judith Rice in 1960, having four children, Jeanice Corbitt (Eric), Eudora, Kansas, Jackie Hardesty (Randy), Kinsley, Kansas, Jill Young (Chris), Wichita, Kansas, and Jamie Kirby (Caci), Larned, Kansas.

Later he married Margery Salmans McCubbin in 1994. Children: Sharla Clark (Kent) Hutchinson, Kansas, Keith McCubbin (Denise), Hutchinson, Kansas.

He had twenty-one grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Jim was a farmer and rancher for over seventy years, loving the land. Retiring from farming and moving to town in 2019, he worked for Hi Pro Inc. for four years delivering mail. He served six years in the Army National Guard and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, VFW, American Legion, and Pawnee County 4-H, all of Larned.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church, Larned, with Pastor Bill Stapleton presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned with family present from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Pawnee County 4-H Foundation or First Presbyterian Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.&nbsp;

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;James B. Kirby, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/james-kirby/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>James B. Kirby, Larned</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1685833320809.jpeg" alt="James B. Kirby" />
 <figcaption>James B. Kirby</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/james-kirby?fh_id=10565">https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/james-kirby?fh_id=10565</a>August 31, 1937 - May 31, 2023James B. Kirby, 85, of Larned, Kansas passed away May 31, 2023 at Stormont Vail Trauma Center in Topeka, Kansas with injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.He was born in Larned, Kansas on August 31, 1937 to Frank and Nellie Kirby.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Dean Kirby, sister-in-law Glenda Kirby, wife Judith Kirby.He married Judith Rice in 1960, having four children, Jeanice Corbitt (Eric), Eudora, Kansas, Jackie Hardesty (Randy), Kinsley, Kansas, Jill Young (Chris), Wichita, Kansas, and Jamie Kirby (Caci), Larned, Kansas.Later he married Margery Salmans McCubbin in 1994. Children: Sharla Clark (Kent) Hutchinson, Kansas, Keith McCubbin (Denise), Hutchinson, Kansas.He had twenty-one grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.Jim was a farmer and rancher for over seventy years, loving the land. Retiring from farming and moving to town in 2019, he worked for Hi Pro Inc. for four years delivering mail. He served six years in the Army National Guard and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, VFW, American Legion, and Pawnee County 4-H, all of Larned.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the First Presbyterian Church, Larned, with Pastor Bill Stapleton presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned with family present from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Pawnee County 4-H Foundation or First Presbyterian Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.&nbsp;To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;James B. Kirby, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithmortuary.com/obituary/james-kirby/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

James B. Kirby 

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Micheale Yvonne (Johnson) Dewey, surrounded by her loved ones, passed on June 3rd, 2023, at Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie, KS. Micheale was born on January 3, 1961, in San Jose, California to James and Ruby Johnson. 

Micheale lived most of her childhood with her parents, loving the seaside life. She told stories of playing near the ocean and skateboarding around town. Her dad unfortunately passed at an early age; Micheale was only twelve. When she was fourteen, she moved to Mankato, KS to live with family where she attended high school at Mankato Jr./Sr. High. While attending she held multiple school records for track and field running events. She held those in her name until the events were transferred over from yards to meters.

She was united to Robert Walker in 1977 until 1988. They had their son John Walker, in 1979. She became a mom and received her GED all in the same year. Micheale enjoyed every minute of being a mom. She and her son Johnnie, as she called him, had a very special relationship, he being her only child.

<h2>Micheale Yvonne (Johnson) Dewey</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Micheale Yvonne (Johnson) Dewey</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28077726">https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=28077726</a>January 3, 1961 - June 3, 2023Micheale Yvonne (Johnson) Dewey, surrounded by her loved ones, passed on June 3rd, 2023, at Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie, KS. Micheale was born on January 3, 1961, in San Jose, California to James and Ruby Johnson. Micheale lived most of her childhood with her parents, loving the seaside life. She told stories of playing near the ocean and skateboarding around town. Her dad unfortunately passed at an early age; Micheale was only twelve. When she was fourteen, she moved to Mankato, KS to live with family where she attended high school at Mankato Jr./Sr. High. While attending she held multiple school records for track and field running events. She held those in her name until the events were transferred over from yards to meters.She was united to Robert Walker in 1977 until 1988. They had their son John Walker, in 1979. She became a mom and received her GED all in the same year. Micheale enjoyed every minute of being a mom. She and her son Johnnie, as she called him, had a very special relationship, he being her only child.Micheale and Robert lived in Nevada and Texas before settling back in Mankato in the 1980s. Micheale was a business owner of The R Bar M and later The Video Store, which she sold to local grocery store, Kier’s of Mankato.She married new husband Troy Dewey on October 6th, 1988. Micheale and Troy enjoyed many times together with family and friends. Together they enjoyed gardening, fishing, and camping, classic cars and listening to music outside on cool evenings. Many summers were spent at Lovewell Lake with their close friends.In 1989, she started as a temporary employee, working in Jewell County at the Farm Service Agency office, entering the COT Program in 1995 to become CED of Sheridan County in February of 1997. She retired from this role at an early age in January of 2021.Micheale’s life was full of love and laughter, spending time with family, special holidays with her sisters-in-law, son John, and family. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her two grandchildren, Owen and Olivia. Her hobbies included movies, shopping, gardening, and animals of any kind. Micheale especially treasured her toy poodles Pepe, Fifi, and Coco.Left to cherish Micheale’s life is husband Troy Dewey; son John Walker (Hoxie) and wife Kristal (Kindler); grandchildren Owen and Olivia; mother-in-law Linda Dewey and significant other Rich Reinert (Downs, KS); sisters-in-law Tracy (Dewey) Walker (Mankato, KS) and Toni Dewey-Lippold, husband Jeremy, children Drew and Jordan (Overland Park, KS); nephews Steven Walker, wife Jennifer, sons Jace, West and Rustin (Mankato, KS) and Dakota Walker, wife Emma and children Ruby and Van (Mankato, KS); as well as many other family members and friends.Micheale was preceded in death by father and mother James and Ruby Johnson, stepfather John Shaughnessy; and her beloved pups Pepe and Fifi.Micheale showed incredible courage and strength through her life on earth, inspiring the ones around her to always take pride in who you are and what you have accomplished. She will be dearly missed by many!A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Friday, June 9, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at the Christ Community Church in Hoxie, Kansas. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church. A private family inurnment will take place at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for memorials to be donated to the Micheale Dewy Memorial Fund. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Micheale, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=28077726&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1841863308.1682958493:GS1.1.1686236805.30.1.1686236853.12.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

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