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Duane Eugene Sell, 71, of Long Island, KS passed away May 8, 2023 at the CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE. He was born December 17, 1951 in Norton, KS to William and Della (Romjue) Sell.

Duane grew up on the family farm just north of Long Island, one mile into Nebraska. He was a 1969 graduate of Northern Valley High School. 

After school, he worked for Almena Agri Services until 1977 at which time he began his pursuit of his lifelong dream of farming. Farming wasn’t just a job to him; it was his passion, and he took a lot of pride in raising his crops. Some of his favorite times on the farm were irrigating in the evenings and taking drives to simply check on the crops.

Duane married Janet Cozad on July 31, 1971 in Calvert, KS. If he wasn’t out working on the farm, you would likely find him caring for his yard which was a sanctuary for him and Janet. 

You could always find Duane with a thermos of coffee, his chore gloves, and either a ball cap or stocking hat, depending on the time of year. His days started and ended enjoying a few moments sitting on the back deck with Janet. But what he valued most in his life were all the moments spent with his children and grandchildren.

Duane is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Janet Sell; sons Shane Sell and Andrew Keith, both of Almena; daughter Angela (Stuart) Porter of Beloit, KS; brother Kenneth (Kathy) Sell of Kearney, NE; sister Sharon (Chuck) Powers of Arapahoe, NE; grandchildren Brianna Sammons, Brendon Sammons, Caleb Keith, Jacob Porter, and Abigail Porter; and many beloved family members and friends. 

Duane was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Oliver Sell, and sister Shirley Sell.

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<h2>Duane Eugene Sell, Long Island</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Duane-Eugene-Sell?obId=27901080#/celebrationWall">https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Duane-Eugene-Sell?obId=27901080#/celebrationWall</a>December 17, 1951 - May 8, 2023Duane Eugene Sell, 71, of Long Island, KS passed away May 8, 2023 at the CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE. He was born December 17, 1951 in Norton, KS to William and Della (Romjue) Sell.Duane grew up on the family farm just north of Long Island, one mile into Nebraska. He was a 1969 graduate of Northern Valley High School. After school, he worked for Almena Agri Services until 1977 at which time he began his pursuit of his lifelong dream of farming. Farming wasn’t just a job to him; it was his passion, and he took a lot of pride in raising his crops. Some of his favorite times on the farm were irrigating in the evenings and taking drives to simply check on the crops.Duane married Janet Cozad on July 31, 1971 in Calvert, KS. If he wasn’t out working on the farm, you would likely find him caring for his yard which was a sanctuary for him and Janet. You could always find Duane with a thermos of coffee, his chore gloves, and either a ball cap or stocking hat, depending on the time of year. His days started and ended enjoying a few moments sitting on the back deck with Janet. But what he valued most in his life were all the moments spent with his children and grandchildren.Duane is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Janet Sell; sons Shane Sell and Andrew Keith, both of Almena; daughter Angela (Stuart) Porter of Beloit, KS; brother Kenneth (Kathy) Sell of Kearney, NE; sister Sharon (Chuck) Powers of Arapahoe, NE; grandchildren Brianna Sammons, Brendon Sammons, Caleb Keith, Jacob Porter, and Abigail Porter; and many beloved family members and friends. Duane was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Oliver Sell, and sister Shirley Sell.To&nbsp;<a href="http://plumergobber-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27901080&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.531510556.1682958644:GS1.1.1683822554.9.1.1683822594.20.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://plumergobber-funeral-home.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27901080&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.531510556.1682958644:GS1.1.1683822554.9.1.1683822594.20.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Duane, please&nbsp;<a href="http://plumergobber-funeral-home.tributestore.com/?oId=27901080&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.531510556.1682958644:GS1.1.1683822554.9.1.1683822594.20.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Duane Eugene Sell

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Caroline Anne Sulzman passed away in Oberlin, Kansas at Decatur County Hospital on May 3rd, 2023. Carol was born on May 21, 1946 to William and Bertha (Zodrow) Sulzman. She was the youngest of 11 children and grew up outside of Hoxie on the family farm.

She raised her one and only child, Heidi Sulzman, in Denver, Colorado but finally realized her dream of returning back to her roots in Kansas 15 years ago. She bought a home and found her happy place here in Oberlin, Kansas. She dearly loved this town and was so grateful to call it home.

Proud Grandma to her one and only grandchild, Finn Sulzman Runge, and was survived by five of her siblings and preceded by five of her siblings. Carol was much loved and will be very missed by many.

Carol also would want you to know that she loved all cats dearly and did her best to take care of the homeless kitties around this lovely town. If you’re reading this and you see a stray around town today, be extra kind. For Carol.

To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Caroline, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27856961">Tree Store</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://tree-tc.tributestore.com/?oId=27856961&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.878610863.1682958623:GS1.1.1683150219.4.1.1683150343.25.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Caroline Anne Sulzman, Oberlin</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Caroline-Anne-Sulzman?obId=27856961#/celebrationWall">https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Caroline-Anne-Sulzman?obId=27856961#/celebrationWall</a>May 21, 1946 - May 3, 2023Caroline Anne Sulzman passed away in Oberlin, Kansas at Decatur County Hospital on May 3rd, 2023. Carol was born on May 21, 1946 to William and Bertha (Zodrow) Sulzman. She was the youngest of 11 children and grew up outside of Hoxie on the family farm.She raised her one and only child, Heidi Sulzman, in Denver, Colorado but finally realized her dream of returning back to her roots in Kansas 15 years ago. She bought a home and found her happy place here in Oberlin, Kansas. She dearly loved this town and was so grateful to call it home.Proud Grandma to her one and only grandchild, Finn Sulzman Runge, and was survived by five of her siblings and preceded by five of her siblings. Carol was much loved and will be very missed by many.Carol also would want you to know that she loved all cats dearly and did her best to take care of the homeless kitties around this lovely town. If you’re reading this and you see a stray around town today, be extra kind. For Carol.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Caroline, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27856961">Tree Store</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://tree-tc.tributestore.com/?oId=27856961&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.878610863.1682958623:GS1.1.1683150219.4.1.1683150343.25.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Caroline Anne Sulzman

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John “J.D.” Tarman, 75, passed away May 3, 2023 at Hodgeman County Health Center ISB.

He was born May 22, 1947 in Dodge City, the son of Jack W. and Kathleen “Katy” Cate Tarman.

He was a lifetime cowboy, stockman and farmer. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Jetmore and also enjoyed attending Cowboy Church. He was a member of Jetmore Saddle Club, Kansas Livestock Association, U.S. Premium Beef, and he also worked for the Hanston and Jetmore branches of Dodge City Coop. He was an avid fan of the world-famous Judy’s.

Survivors include brother Joe (Carolyn) Tarman, Jetmore; niece and nephews Jonathan (Kimberly) Tarman, and their children Promise, Haven, and Christian Tarman, Sanford, Florida, Jessica (Steve) Evans, and their children Logan and Colin Evans, Olathe, Jacob (Kristen) Tarman, and their children Myla, Lillian, and Karter Tarman, Jetmore.

He was preceded in death by his parents, twin siblings, Marsha Faye and Martin Raye Tarman, and a nephew, Joshua Lynn Tarman.

Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 8, 2023 at Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, with Reverend Mark Durham presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2023 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Following the graveside service, all are welcome to join the family at the King Center for a luncheon.

Memorials may be given to Jetmore Saddle Club or Hodgeman County Long Term Care Center in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, P.O. Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;John "J.D." Tarman, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/john-jd-tarman/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

<h2>John 'JD' Tarman, Jetmore</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/john-jd-tarman">https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/john-jd-tarman</a>May 22, 1947 - May 3, 2023John “J.D.” Tarman, 75, passed away May 3, 2023 at Hodgeman County Health Center ISB.He was born May 22, 1947 in Dodge City, the son of Jack W. and Kathleen “Katy” Cate Tarman.He was a lifetime cowboy, stockman and farmer. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Jetmore and also enjoyed attending Cowboy Church. He was a member of Jetmore Saddle Club, Kansas Livestock Association, U.S. Premium Beef, and he also worked for the Hanston and Jetmore branches of Dodge City Coop. He was an avid fan of the world-famous Judy’s.Survivors include brother Joe (Carolyn) Tarman, Jetmore; niece and nephews Jonathan (Kimberly) Tarman, and their children Promise, Haven, and Christian Tarman, Sanford, Florida, Jessica (Steve) Evans, and their children Logan and Colin Evans, Olathe, Jacob (Kristen) Tarman, and their children Myla, Lillian, and Karter Tarman, Jetmore.He was preceded in death by his parents, twin siblings, Marsha Faye and Martin Raye Tarman, and a nephew, Joshua Lynn Tarman.Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 8, 2023 at Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, with Reverend Mark Durham presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2023 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Following the graveside service, all are welcome to join the family at the King Center for a luncheon.Memorials may be given to Jetmore Saddle Club or Hodgeman County Long Term Care Center in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, P.O. Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;John "J.D." Tarman, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/john-jd-tarman/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

John 'JD' Tarman

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DOB: 08/21/1938 Durango, Colorado DOD: 05/05/2023 Florence, Colorado Parents: John Andrew (Jack) and Julia Ethel (Wolfe) Rickner Nancy along with her slightly older sister Jacklyn, who passed away on May 5, 2010, were raised for a short time in Mancos, Colorado but due to the era, their parents were forced to move where there was work for their dad. Denver, Pueblo, and Canon City were some of the towns they lived in before settling in Garden City, Kansas. Sunday drives in the mountains were a highlight of Nancy’s young childhood with her sister and parents. Nancy was married for 19 years and to this union, her two children were born. John C. on December 11, 1960, and Valerie Ann who was her 25th birthday present on August 21, 1963. Nancy attended college at Garden City and moved to McPherson for a time before settling in Ulysses, Kansas where she raised her children. Her kids brought friends home and those kids were always thought of and treated like one of her own. For many years, her kids would say, “Mom is a mother to many”. Nancy became a nana on April 8. 1994 to Andrew John Rowe, son of Val, and from the moment that little guy was born, she embraced that title proudly. She played a key role in helping Val raise Andrew and never gave it a second thought. On August 4, 1994, her son John passed away and turned her world upside down, as burying her child was a horrible experience. Many of her friends along with her daughter knew that Andrew would be her saving grace, so to speak. In the early summer of 2000, she, along with Val and Andrew, left Ulysses and moved to Colorado. Salida, Poncha Springs, Canon City, Buena Vista, and finally Florence were towns lived in. Val’s employment in the nursing world determined their moves and Nancy willingly packed up the house each time with gusto and ready for new adventures. As long as their next home was in or near her mountains, she kept a genuine smile. Florence was her and her little family unit’s final move after Andrew’s 7th grade school year and Nancy, being the Nana, put her foot down, so to speak, and proclaimed that there would be no more moving her grandson. Nancy embraced and loved the small-town atmosphere and eclectic little town and one week after moving to Florence, found Florence United Methodist Church, where she was welcomed and quickly loved by many. She was active in her little church with her church family until COVID messed with everything and everyone. Various medical issues seemed to happen to Nancy and soon, she declined a little with each malady. Various people described her to be spunky, funny, and determined, to mention a few. She lived life to the fullest and passed onto her new life all the while doing it her way. Nancy will be lovingly and fondly remembered by her daughter Valerie; grandson Andrew John; niece Kelly; and nephew Scott, along with others from the Rowe side of the family. Special friends who Nancy considered family include Anna May with her husband Archie Green, Cindy with her husband Gary Jones, Carol with her husband Harvey Alley, Wanda Christian of Westcliffe, Tomas Napier, and Jackie McPeek with her little pup Bane, who were frequent enough guests that Nancy referred to the guest bedroom and “Jackie and Bane’s room.” Birdie Hines was a weekly coffee buddy, along with her longest and dearest friend from Caldwell, Idaho, who phoned Nancy often, Shirley Akagi. This second mom to Nancy’s kids gave the ultimate and selfless gift by helping Val tell Nancy that it was okay to move on to her new and whole life.

Nancy’s family is eternally grateful to all who helped make her life a little brighter in her final years. Special thanks also to Desert Willow Health and Rehab in Pueblo along with all the special nurses and CNAs who treated Mom with love and care during her two-month recent stay, and to Sangre de Cristo Hospice and the AMR ‘boys’ for their hand in helping to get Mom home to live her last moments in her own home and bed. No specific memorial has been established, but if any would like to do so, National Mill Dog Rescue was always special to her as her little babe, Micah, came from there. Her other little one, Missy, was adopted from the Fremont Humane Society. Graveside service and interment will be Friday, May 12, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Ulysses Cemetery in Ulysses. Visitation will be Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses.

Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Rickner Rowe<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683818069275.png" alt="Nancy Rickner Rowe" />
 <figcaption>Nancy Rickner Rowe</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/nancy-rowe/5190292/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/nancy-rowe/5190292/index.php</a>DOB: 08/21/1938 Durango, Colorado DOD: 05/05/2023 Florence, Colorado Parents: John Andrew (Jack) and Julia Ethel (Wolfe) Rickner Nancy along with her slightly older sister Jacklyn, who passed away on May 5, 2010, were raised for a short time in Mancos, Colorado but due to the era, their parents were forced to move where there was work for their dad. Denver, Pueblo, and Canon City were some of the towns they lived in before settling in Garden City, Kansas. Sunday drives in the mountains were a highlight of Nancy’s young childhood with her sister and parents. Nancy was married for 19 years and to this union, her two children were born. John C. on December 11, 1960, and Valerie Ann who was her 25th birthday present on August 21, 1963. Nancy attended college at Garden City and moved to McPherson for a time before settling in Ulysses, Kansas where she raised her children. Her kids brought friends home and those kids were always thought of and treated like one of her own. For many years, her kids would say, “Mom is a mother to many”. Nancy became a nana on April 8. 1994 to Andrew John Rowe, son of Val, and from the moment that little guy was born, she embraced that title proudly. She played a key role in helping Val raise Andrew and never gave it a second thought. On August 4, 1994, her son John passed away and turned her world upside down, as burying her child was a horrible experience. Many of her friends along with her daughter knew that Andrew would be her saving grace, so to speak. In the early summer of 2000, she, along with Val and Andrew, left Ulysses and moved to Colorado. Salida, Poncha Springs, Canon City, Buena Vista, and finally Florence were towns lived in. Val’s employment in the nursing world determined their moves and Nancy willingly packed up the house each time with gusto and ready for new adventures. As long as their next home was in or near her mountains, she kept a genuine smile. Florence was her and her little family unit’s final move after Andrew’s 7th grade school year and Nancy, being the Nana, put her foot down, so to speak, and proclaimed that there would be no more moving her grandson. Nancy embraced and loved the small-town atmosphere and eclectic little town and one week after moving to Florence, found Florence United Methodist Church, where she was welcomed and quickly loved by many. She was active in her little church with her church family until COVID messed with everything and everyone. Various medical issues seemed to happen to Nancy and soon, she declined a little with each malady. Various people described her to be spunky, funny, and determined, to mention a few. She lived life to the fullest and passed onto her new life all the while doing it her way. Nancy will be lovingly and fondly remembered by her daughter Valerie; grandson Andrew John; niece Kelly; and nephew Scott, along with others from the Rowe side of the family. Special friends who Nancy considered family include Anna May with her husband Archie Green, Cindy with her husband Gary Jones, Carol with her husband Harvey Alley, Wanda Christian of Westcliffe, Tomas Napier, and Jackie McPeek with her little pup Bane, who were frequent enough guests that Nancy referred to the guest bedroom and “Jackie and Bane’s room.” Birdie Hines was a weekly coffee buddy, along with her longest and dearest friend from Caldwell, Idaho, who phoned Nancy often, Shirley Akagi. This second mom to Nancy’s kids gave the ultimate and selfless gift by helping Val tell Nancy that it was okay to move on to her new and whole life. Nancy’s family is eternally grateful to all who helped make her life a little brighter in her final years. Special thanks also to Desert Willow Health and Rehab in Pueblo along with all the special nurses and CNAs who treated Mom with love and care during her two-month recent stay, and to Sangre de Cristo Hospice and the AMR ‘boys’ for their hand in helping to get Mom home to live her last moments in her own home and bed. No specific memorial has been established, but if any would like to do so, National Mill Dog Rescue was always special to her as her little babe, Micah, came from there. Her other little one, Missy, was adopted from the Fremont Humane Society. Graveside service and interment will be Friday, May 12, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Ulysses Cemetery in Ulysses. Visitation will be Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Rickner Rowe

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Darrel Lester Hickman, age 76, of Dodge City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, May&nbsp;8, 2023, at Manor of the Plains care home. He was born on January 2, 1947, in Garden City, Kansas, to Oliver and Dorothy (Simpson) Hickman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Jason. On July 15, 1967, he married Lynette Lane in Ulysses. They were married for 56 years.

Other survivors include daughter Kim Schubert and husband Dale; a daughter-in-law, Julie Hickman; three grandchildren, Courtney Wakefield (Will), Tanner Schubert and Joshua Hickman; and one great-grandchild, Whitley Wakefield. He is also survived by one brother, Robert Hickman and wife Linda, of Wichita; sister, Myrna Self and husband Dale, of Canon City, Colorado; and lots of cousins, nieces and nephews. Darrel grew up in Ulysses, Kansas, he graduated from Grant Co. Rural High School in&nbsp;1965. He received an associate degree from Hutchinson Community College and then graduated from WSU in 1970 with an industrial arts and education degree. He taught school in Syracuse, Kansas, for two years. They then moved to Mississippi where he worked construction for one year. In 1973 they moved back to Ulysses, and he began doing remodeling, eventually partnered with Stanley Hill and started H &amp; H Construction. When Stanley moved, he continued on his own until 2014. He gradually went from remodeling to exclusively concrete work. He was a well-known contractor all over the western half of Kansas, Eastern Colorado and as far away as Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Darrel was an avid hunter. He hunted with bow, rifle and shotgun about anything&nbsp;that was in season. He had a large collection of guns. He was one of the founding&nbsp;members of North Fork Tailgunners. Graveside service and inurnment will be Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Ulysses Cemetery. Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at Bear Creek Coffee in Ulysses.

Memorial contributions may be given to North Fork Tailgunners or charity of your choice in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. 

<h2>Darrel Lester Hickman, Dodge City</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Darrel Lester Hickman</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/darrel-hickman/5190482/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/darrel-hickman/5190482/index.php</a>January 2nd, 1947 - May 8th, 2023Darrel Lester Hickman, age 76, of Dodge City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, May&nbsp;8, 2023, at Manor of the Plains care home. He was born on January 2, 1947, in Garden City, Kansas, to Oliver and Dorothy (Simpson) Hickman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Jason. On July 15, 1967, he married Lynette Lane in Ulysses. They were married for 56 years. Other survivors include daughter Kim Schubert and husband Dale; a daughter-in-law, Julie Hickman; three grandchildren, Courtney Wakefield (Will), Tanner Schubert and Joshua Hickman; and one great-grandchild, Whitley Wakefield. He is also survived by one brother, Robert Hickman and wife Linda, of Wichita; sister, Myrna Self and husband Dale, of Canon City, Colorado; and lots of cousins, nieces and nephews. Darrel grew up in Ulysses, Kansas, he graduated from Grant Co. Rural High School in&nbsp;1965. He received an associate degree from Hutchinson Community College and then graduated from WSU in 1970 with an industrial arts and education degree. He taught school in Syracuse, Kansas, for two years. They then moved to Mississippi where he worked construction for one year. In 1973 they moved back to Ulysses, and he began doing remodeling, eventually partnered with Stanley Hill and started H &amp; H Construction. When Stanley moved, he continued on his own until 2014. He gradually went from remodeling to exclusively concrete work. He was a well-known contractor all over the western half of Kansas, Eastern Colorado and as far away as Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Darrel was an avid hunter. He hunted with bow, rifle and shotgun about anything&nbsp;that was in season. He had a large collection of guns. He was one of the founding&nbsp;members of North Fork Tailgunners. Graveside service and inurnment will be Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Ulysses Cemetery. Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at Bear Creek Coffee in Ulysses. Memorial contributions may be given to North Fork Tailgunners or charity of your choice in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Darrel Lester Hickman

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David Pilosof, 78, passed away on Tuesday, May 9 at his home in Garden City, KS. David was born to Inez Geron and Menaham Pilosof on March 13, 1945, in Turkey.&nbsp;The family eventually relocated to Israel. David moved to the United States and settled in New York City in 1969.

Three years later, he married Rochelle Friedman before launching a more than five-decade career in the taxicab industry. He purchased his own transportation company in the early 1980s,&nbsp; then sold it before moving his family to Las Vegas, NV in 1987. David began working for Yellow-Checker Star Cab Company in 1987. He remained there up until his retirement in early 2019 when he moved to Garden City, KS to live with his son, Michael and his family following the passing of his wife. Over the next four years, David enjoyed spending time with his family, teaching his grandchildren how to drive, and taking road trips with his son. He would often be seen sitting next to Michael during radio broadcasts. He also worked a seasonal job at Garden City Community College, helping park cars during home football games. David was preceded in death by his parents Inez Geron and Menaham Pilosof, his brother Eliezer Pilosof and his wife Rochelle Pilosof.

He is survived by his daughter Monica Rustigan, his son Michael Pilosof, his daughter-in-law Amber Pilosof, and his grandchildren Ryan Pilosof, Gavin Pilosof, Connor Pilosof, Benjamin Pilosof, and Zayne Hockenbraugh. David will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife during a memorial service at Bunkers Memory Gardens in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/david-pilosof/5190477/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/david-pilosof/5190477/index.php</a>March 13th, 1945 - May 9th, 2023David Pilosof, 78, passed away on Tuesday, May 9 at his home in Garden City, KS. David was born to Inez Geron and Menaham Pilosof on March 13, 1945, in Turkey.&nbsp;The family eventually relocated to Israel. David moved to the United States and settled in New York City in 1969. Three years later, he married Rochelle Friedman before launching a more than five-decade career in the taxicab industry. He purchased his own transportation company in the early 1980s,&nbsp; then sold it before moving his family to Las Vegas, NV in 1987. David began working for Yellow-Checker Star Cab Company in 1987. He remained there up until his retirement in early 2019 when he moved to Garden City, KS to live with his son, Michael and his family following the passing of his wife. Over the next four years, David enjoyed spending time with his family, teaching his grandchildren how to drive, and taking road trips with his son. He would often be seen sitting next to Michael during radio broadcasts. He also worked a seasonal job at Garden City Community College, helping park cars during home football games. David was preceded in death by his parents Inez Geron and Menaham Pilosof, his brother Eliezer Pilosof and his wife Rochelle Pilosof. He is survived by his daughter Monica Rustigan, his son Michael Pilosof, his daughter-in-law Amber Pilosof, and his grandchildren Ryan Pilosof, Gavin Pilosof, Connor Pilosof, Benjamin Pilosof, and Zayne Hockenbraugh. David will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife during a memorial service at Bunkers Memory Gardens in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp;&nbsp;

David Pilosof

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Pastor Israel Franco, age 64, of Hugoton, Kansas, died Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton. He was born June 2, 1958, in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Armando and Aurora (Sanchez) Franco. Israel grew up in Garden City, Kansas, and moved to Ulysses in 1974. He graduated from Ulysses High School in 1976. He continued his education at Latin American Bible Institute in California.

Israel married Delaine O’Neal on November 6, 1993, in Ulysses. 

Israel had the opportunity to serve numerous churches in his career. Some of them included starting and serving as the Pastor at Elkhart Assembly of God in 1985, and was an Associate Pastor, Youth Minister and Principal at Patterson Avenue Church of God in Ulysses, a Pastor for 11 years at the First Church of God in El Paso, Texas, 10 years at Dixon Chapel in Limestone, Tennessee, and the last 8 years served as Pastor at the First Church of God in Hugoton. 

Israel was also the librarian at Hugoton Middle School. He loved to worship and sing, spend time with family, home cooking, and loved kids and youth ministry. Israel is survived by his wife Delaine of Hugoton; siblings Mandy Franco of Garden City, Pastor Rafael Franco and wife Ludi of Lakin, Mike Franco of Ulysses, Homer Franco and wife Mavi of Ulysses, Olivia Salsedo of Garden City, and Eddie Franco and wife Jean of Ulysses; sister-in-law Enedelia Franco of Monett, Missouri; brother-in-law Jeff Fowler of Ulysses; brother-in-law Keith O’Neal and wife Judy of Satanta; special friend Daniel Manning of North Carolina, special friends and church family in El Paso, Texas, Tennessee and Hugoton; godchildren Christian Franco, Nicholas Franco, and Taylia Cavasos; and numerous nieces and nephews. Israel is preceded in death by his parents Armando and Aurora Franco; brother Santos Franco; and sister Elida Fowler; brother-in-law Felix Salsedo. Funeral service will be Friday, May 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Oasis Church in Ulysses with Pastor Rafael Franco officiating. The service will be live streamed on Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. Interment will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the First Church of God in Hugoton.

Memorial contributions may be given to the First Church of God in Hugoton in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th St., Hugoton, KS 67951. 

<h2>Israel Franco, Hugoton</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/israel-franco/5190829/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/israel-franco/5190829/index.php</a>June 2nd, 1958 - May 9th, 2023Pastor Israel Franco, age 64, of Hugoton, Kansas, died Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton. He was born June 2, 1958, in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Armando and Aurora (Sanchez) Franco. Israel grew up in Garden City, Kansas, and moved to Ulysses in 1974. He graduated from Ulysses High School in 1976. He continued his education at Latin American Bible Institute in California. Israel married Delaine O’Neal on November 6, 1993, in Ulysses. Israel had the opportunity to serve numerous churches in his career. Some of them included starting and serving as the Pastor at Elkhart Assembly of God in 1985, and was an Associate Pastor, Youth Minister and Principal at Patterson Avenue Church of God in Ulysses, a Pastor for 11 years at the First Church of God in El Paso, Texas, 10 years at Dixon Chapel in Limestone, Tennessee, and the last 8 years served as Pastor at the First Church of God in Hugoton. Israel was also the librarian at Hugoton Middle School. He loved to worship and sing, spend time with family, home cooking, and loved kids and youth ministry. Israel is survived by his wife Delaine of Hugoton; siblings Mandy Franco of Garden City, Pastor Rafael Franco and wife Ludi of Lakin, Mike Franco of Ulysses, Homer Franco and wife Mavi of Ulysses, Olivia Salsedo of Garden City, and Eddie Franco and wife Jean of Ulysses; sister-in-law Enedelia Franco of Monett, Missouri; brother-in-law Jeff Fowler of Ulysses; brother-in-law Keith O’Neal and wife Judy of Satanta; special friend Daniel Manning of North Carolina, special friends and church family in El Paso, Texas, Tennessee and Hugoton; godchildren Christian Franco, Nicholas Franco, and Taylia Cavasos; and numerous nieces and nephews. Israel is preceded in death by his parents Armando and Aurora Franco; brother Santos Franco; and sister Elida Fowler; brother-in-law Felix Salsedo. Funeral service will be Friday, May 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Oasis Church in Ulysses with Pastor Rafael Franco officiating. The service will be live streamed on Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. Interment will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the First Church of God in Hugoton. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Church of God in Hugoton in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th St., Hugoton, KS 67951. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Israel Franco

Clarence Joseph 'Joe' Lingreen, Great Bend

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Clarence Joseph “Joe” Lingreen, 85, passed away May 7, 2023, at KU Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan. He was born December 7, 1937, in Burrton, to Carl and Leona (Foley) Lingreen. 

He married Sharon Baker March 15, 1959, in Great Bend, and they were blessed with 64 years.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Joe was the district superintendent for Smith Tool Company, which sells drilling bits. 

He was a charter member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the Petroleum Club and a lifetime member of the Elks Lodge. Joe was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching Barton Community College and KU basketball. Joe also loved taking bus trips and going to the casino, drinking red beer, as well as coffee and fellowship with family and friends.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife Sharon Lingreen of the home; two sons, Richard Lingreen, M.D. and wife Karen of Lexington, Ky. and Jeffrey Lingreen and wife Heather of La Vista, Neb.; a daughter, Lisa Kautz and husband Jerry Salinas of Colorado Springs, Colo.; a brother, Jerry Lingreen of Oklahoma City, Okla.; five grandchildren, Jordan Lingreen, Josh Lingreen, Taylor Lingreen, Danielle Kautz-McIntyre (Cody) and Cassie Farnsworth (Zach); one great-granddaughter, Ophelia J. Farnsworth; and special family friend, Jennifer Cauley of Great Bend. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Stan Lingreen and Don Lingreen; two sisters, Virginia Morris and Betty Considine.

The family will greet from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 20, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Great Bend, with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery Mausoleum. 

Memorials have been designated to Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/clarence-lingreen">https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/clarence-lingreen</a>December 7, 1937 - May 7, 2023Clarence Joseph “Joe” Lingreen, 85, passed away May 7, 2023, at KU Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan. He was born December 7, 1937, in Burrton, to Carl and Leona (Foley) Lingreen. He married Sharon Baker March 15, 1959, in Great Bend, and they were blessed with 64 years.A longtime Great Bend resident, Joe was the district superintendent for Smith Tool Company, which sells drilling bits. He was a charter member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the Petroleum Club and a lifetime member of the Elks Lodge. Joe was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching Barton Community College and KU basketball. Joe also loved taking bus trips and going to the casino, drinking red beer, as well as coffee and fellowship with family and friends.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife Sharon Lingreen of the home; two sons, Richard Lingreen, M.D. and wife Karen of Lexington, Ky. and Jeffrey Lingreen and wife Heather of La Vista, Neb.; a daughter, Lisa Kautz and husband Jerry Salinas of Colorado Springs, Colo.; a brother, Jerry Lingreen of Oklahoma City, Okla.; five grandchildren, Jordan Lingreen, Josh Lingreen, Taylor Lingreen, Danielle Kautz-McIntyre (Cody) and Cassie Farnsworth (Zach); one great-granddaughter, Ophelia J. Farnsworth; and special family friend, Jennifer Cauley of Great Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Stan Lingreen and Don Lingreen; two sisters, Virginia Morris and Betty Considine.The family will greet from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 20, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Great Bend, with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorials have been designated to Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Clarence Joseph "Joe" Lingreen, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/clarence-lingreen/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.READ LESS

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Margaret Ann Thompson, 82, passed away on May 4, 2023, at Doctors Community Hospital, Hyattsville, Md. She was born on September 14, 1940, in Hoisington, Kan., to Lonnie F. and Mabel (Smith) Mitchell.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On February 23, 1964, she married Lyle Lee Johnson in Hutchinson, Kan., and he passed on February 25, 1965.&nbsp;&nbsp;She then married Charles Thompson in Great Bend, Kan.&nbsp;&nbsp;He passed on February 20, 2002.

A resident of Hyattsville, Md., coming from Great Bend, Kan., Margaret spent her working years as a certified medical aide at Great Bend Manor. 

She was a member of Myers Chapel A.M.E Church, Great Bend, Kan. and Lifehouse Church, Oxen Hill, Md.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret enjoyed crocheting, collecting trinkets and always had a word search puzzle book close by.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved spending time with her grand and great-grandchildren, with a gift of sending cards and keeping in touch on the phone with family and friends.

Survivors include five daughters, Monica Johnson of Hays, Kan., Tisa Johnson (Mokeer) of Florissant, Mo., Lisa Daniels of Great Bend, Kan., Kristina Johnson of Hyattsville, Md (care giver) and Tricia Johnson of Great Bend, Kan.; nine grandchildren, Kassidy (Erin) Givens, LaVert (Tiffany) Johnson, Tiffany Jones, Joseph Givens, Stephan (Becky) Johnson, DeAndrea Jones, Kena (Jazmine) Daniels-Bell, Tyler Givens, Micca Givens; nine great-grandchildren, Cooper Givens, Cohen Givens, Kambree Johnson,&nbsp;&nbsp;Daxtyn Johnson, Janiyah Givens, Jaliyah Givens, Elliot Givens, Ka’Ziyah Daniels and Kaia McGale, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Margaret is also survived by her stepmother, Rosalie Mitchell of Great Bend, Kan.; three brothers, O. Gilbert (Grace) Brown of Springfield, Mo., Edward Brown of West Memphis, Ark., and Vernon Brown of Wichita, Kan.; and three sisters, Zelma Forte of Kansas City, Kan., Eileen Brown of Wichita, Kan., and Joyce Dixon of Lubbock, Tex.&nbsp;

Preceding Margret are her mother; father; and brothers, Harold Mitchell, Lonnie Mitchell, Jr., and Morris Brown.

Visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2023, with family receiving from noon to 2:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Reverend Leroy Keith presiding. Interment will take place at Great Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to Margaret Thompson Memorial Fund for funeral services or Margaret Thompson Memorial Fund of National Kidney Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/margaret-thompson">https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/margaret-thompson</a>September 14, 1940 - May 4, 2023Margaret Ann Thompson, 82, passed away on May 4, 2023, at Doctors Community Hospital, Hyattsville, Md. She was born on September 14, 1940, in Hoisington, Kan., to Lonnie F. and Mabel (Smith) Mitchell.&nbsp;&nbsp;On February 23, 1964, she married Lyle Lee Johnson in Hutchinson, Kan., and he passed on February 25, 1965.&nbsp;&nbsp;She then married Charles Thompson in Great Bend, Kan.&nbsp;&nbsp;He passed on February 20, 2002.A resident of Hyattsville, Md., coming from Great Bend, Kan., Margaret spent her working years as a certified medical aide at Great Bend Manor. She was a member of Myers Chapel A.M.E Church, Great Bend, Kan. and Lifehouse Church, Oxen Hill, Md.&nbsp;&nbsp;Margaret enjoyed crocheting, collecting trinkets and always had a word search puzzle book close by.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved spending time with her grand and great-grandchildren, with a gift of sending cards and keeping in touch on the phone with family and friends.Survivors include five daughters, Monica Johnson of Hays, Kan., Tisa Johnson (Mokeer) of Florissant, Mo., Lisa Daniels of Great Bend, Kan., Kristina Johnson of Hyattsville, Md (care giver) and Tricia Johnson of Great Bend, Kan.; nine grandchildren, Kassidy (Erin) Givens, LaVert (Tiffany) Johnson, Tiffany Jones, Joseph Givens, Stephan (Becky) Johnson, DeAndrea Jones, Kena (Jazmine) Daniels-Bell, Tyler Givens, Micca Givens; nine great-grandchildren, Cooper Givens, Cohen Givens, Kambree Johnson,&nbsp;&nbsp;Daxtyn Johnson, Janiyah Givens, Jaliyah Givens, Elliot Givens, Ka’Ziyah Daniels and Kaia McGale, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.Margaret is also survived by her stepmother, Rosalie Mitchell of Great Bend, Kan.; three brothers, O. Gilbert (Grace) Brown of Springfield, Mo., Edward Brown of West Memphis, Ark., and Vernon Brown of Wichita, Kan.; and three sisters, Zelma Forte of Kansas City, Kan., Eileen Brown of Wichita, Kan., and Joyce Dixon of Lubbock, Tex.&nbsp;Preceding Margret are her mother; father; and brothers, Harold Mitchell, Lonnie Mitchell, Jr., and Morris Brown.Visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2023, with family receiving from noon to 2:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Reverend Leroy Keith presiding. Interment will take place at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Margaret Thompson Memorial Fund for funeral services or Margaret Thompson Memorial Fund of National Kidney Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Margaret Ann Thompson, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/margaret-thompson/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Margaret Ann Thompson

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Paul&nbsp;L. Oberle, Sr., died May 9, 2023, at Monarch Rehab Behavioral Health Unit, Cameron, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born July 28, 1932, on the family farm near Bushton, Kansas, the son of Anton and&amp; Lena (Feist) Oberle.

On May 14, 1957, he married Ann Marie Wondra at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas. She preceded him in death on March 17, 2016.

Paul was a longtime resident of Claflin. He worked for the city of Claflin for 26 years, retiring in August of 1994.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a member of the Claflin Fire Department and the ambulance service for 36 years, serving as fire chief and ambulance service founder. Other memberships include the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Joseph Council #1187 Knights of Columbus of Ellinwood, American Legion Post #0200 of Holyrood, and the Eagles Lodge of Great Bend. 

Paul served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957.

After retirement Paul enjoyed woodworking and his morning trips to the coffee shop. He also enjoyed fishing and camping with his family and friends at Lake Wilson.

Survivors include three children, Kathleen Miller (Tom) of Lenexa, Paul Oberle, Jr. (Terri) of Shawnee, and Karla Fimple (Bob) of Wichita; grandchildren Jessica (Nick) Gay, Ryan Miller, and Kristin Fimple; great-grandsons Trenton and Carson Gay.

He was preceded in death by his wife Ann; parents; seven brothers, George, Joe, Tony, Oscar, Elmer, Victor, and Robert Oberle; and a sister, Agnes Hickey.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2023, at the funeral home. Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m., Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, with a vigil and Knights of Columbus rosary to begin at 7 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kansas, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or Claflin Ambulance Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Paul L. Oberle, Sr., please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr">https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr</a>July 28, 1932 - May 9, 2023Paul&nbsp;L. Oberle, Sr., died May 9, 2023, at Monarch Rehab Behavioral Health Unit, Cameron, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born July 28, 1932, on the family farm near Bushton, Kansas, the son of Anton and&amp; Lena (Feist) Oberle.On May 14, 1957, he married Ann Marie Wondra at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas. She preceded him in death on March 17, 2016.Paul was a longtime resident of Claflin. He worked for the city of Claflin for 26 years, retiring in August of 1994.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a member of the Claflin Fire Department and the ambulance service for 36 years, serving as fire chief and ambulance service founder. Other memberships include the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Joseph Council #1187 Knights of Columbus of Ellinwood, American Legion Post #0200 of Holyrood, and the Eagles Lodge of Great Bend. Paul served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957.After retirement Paul enjoyed woodworking and his morning trips to the coffee shop. He also enjoyed fishing and camping with his family and friends at Lake Wilson.Survivors include three children, Kathleen Miller (Tom) of Lenexa, Paul Oberle, Jr. (Terri) of Shawnee, and Karla Fimple (Bob) of Wichita; grandchildren Jessica (Nick) Gay, Ryan Miller, and Kristin Fimple; great-grandsons Trenton and Carson Gay.He was preceded in death by his wife Ann; parents; seven brothers, George, Joe, Tony, Oscar, Elmer, Victor, and Robert Oberle; and a sister, Agnes Hickey.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2023, at the funeral home. Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m., Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, with a vigil and Knights of Columbus rosary to begin at 7 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kansas, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or Claflin Ambulance Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Paul L. Oberle, Sr., please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Paul L. Oberle, Sr.

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William Dean "Bill" Jacobs, age 73, of Pfeifer, Kansas passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023 at HaysMed.

He was preceded in death by his parents William and Sophia (Graf) Jacobs as well as his brother Merle Patrick Jacobs.

He is survived and missed by his sister Jane Silvia, brother Chesley (Adrienne) Jacobs, nieces Karen Silvia, Jamie Jacobs, and Lindsay Jacobs, nephews Dan Silvia and Tom Silvia, and many Volga German relatives across the state.

Bill was born in Hays, Kansas in 1949 and graduated from Victoria High School in 1967. He went on to earn a bachelor of arts in sociology from Fort Hays State University in 1972. He owned and operated the Stonepost Buckles company and store in Hays where he enjoyed making many friends and selling western wear. He later became a driver for Quest Diagnostics and continued to manage the family farm raising Herefords and growing winter wheat. Bill appreciated life in the country caring for the dogs, cats, and cattle, as well as attracting and viewing wildlife, including songbirds, deer, and turkey.

He liked playing softball, golfing, and traveling to Denver, Las Vegas, and Cheyenne. Bill was a sports fan and followed Kansas college and professional sports teams. He had a booth at the Kansas State Fair for many years where he sold custom belt buckles. Bill enjoyed meeting and visiting with people and made many friends across the state of Kansas.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Hays Medical Center, HaysMed Hospice, University of Kansas Medical Center, and Via Christi Village for their care and support of Bill. A very special thanks to all neighbors and friends that provided assistance, support, and friendship to Bill and the family.

Bill loved his friends and we would love for you to join us in celebrating his life as well as a lunch at the Hays VFW following.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pfeifer, Kansas. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery.

Memorial visitation will be 9 a.m. until service time at the church.

Memorials may be made to holycrosscharities.org/donate/ or Holy Cross Charities, 1313 Steven Dr., Hays, KS 67601.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/William-Bill-Jacobs?obId=27839766#/celebrationWall">https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/William-Bill-Jacobs?obId=27839766#/celebrationWall</a>June 25, 1949 - April 29, 2023William Dean "Bill" Jacobs, age 73, of Pfeifer, Kansas passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023 at HaysMed.He was preceded in death by his parents William and Sophia (Graf) Jacobs as well as his brother Merle Patrick Jacobs.He is survived and missed by his sister Jane Silvia, brother Chesley (Adrienne) Jacobs, nieces Karen Silvia, Jamie Jacobs, and Lindsay Jacobs, nephews Dan Silvia and Tom Silvia, and many Volga German relatives across the state.Bill was born in Hays, Kansas in 1949 and graduated from Victoria High School in 1967. He went on to earn a bachelor of arts in sociology from Fort Hays State University in 1972. He owned and operated the Stonepost Buckles company and store in Hays where he enjoyed making many friends and selling western wear. He later became a driver for Quest Diagnostics and continued to manage the family farm raising Herefords and growing winter wheat. Bill appreciated life in the country caring for the dogs, cats, and cattle, as well as attracting and viewing wildlife, including songbirds, deer, and turkey.He liked playing softball, golfing, and traveling to Denver, Las Vegas, and Cheyenne. Bill was a sports fan and followed Kansas college and professional sports teams. He had a booth at the Kansas State Fair for many years where he sold custom belt buckles. Bill enjoyed meeting and visiting with people and made many friends across the state of Kansas.The family would like to thank the staff at the Hays Medical Center, HaysMed Hospice, University of Kansas Medical Center, and Via Christi Village for their care and support of Bill. A very special thanks to all neighbors and friends that provided assistance, support, and friendship to Bill and the family.Bill loved his friends and we would love for you to join us in celebrating his life as well as a lunch at the Hays VFW following.Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pfeifer, Kansas. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery.Memorial visitation will be 9 a.m. until service time at the church.Memorials may be made to holycrosscharities.org/donate/ or Holy Cross Charities, 1313 Steven Dr., Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.To send flowers to the family of William "Bill", please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=27839766&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1683046528.5.1.1683048121.3.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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Dr. Darrell Calvin Phillips, age 97, died on May 9, 2023, at the Trego County - Lemke Memorial Long Term Care in WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on January 1, 1926, near Brownell, Kansas the son of Caleb and Lou Agnes Emerald (Henley) Phillips.

A memorial service will be held for Doc. Phillips on May 23, 2023, 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in WaKeeney.&nbsp; A visitation will be at the church on Monday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Trego County - Lemke Memorial Long Term Care.

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 </figure><h2>Dr. Darrell Calvin Phillips</h2><a href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/darrell-phillips">https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/darrell-phillips</a>January 1, 1926 - May 9, 2023Dr. Darrell Calvin Phillips, age 97, died on May 9, 2023, at the Trego County - Lemke Memorial Long Term Care in WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on January 1, 1926, near Brownell, Kansas the son of Caleb and Lou Agnes Emerald (Henley) Phillips.A memorial service will be held for Doc. Phillips on May 23, 2023, 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in WaKeeney.&nbsp; A visitation will be at the church on Monday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Trego County - Lemke Memorial Long Term Care.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Darrell Calvin Phillips, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/darrell-phillips/gifts?campaign=obituaryThemed-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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Bruce Jerome Arnberger, 78, of Winona, KS, died May 9, 2023, in Hays, KS. He was born November 27, 1944, in Wallace, KS, to Karl and Adel (Wimmer) Arnberger. 

Bruce attended Winona High School, where he was a member of the 1962 state champion basketball team and graduated that same year. He served in the United States Air Force from 1965-1969 and then was in the reserves for two years. 

Bruce worked at Western Office Supply and was a long-haul truck driver for Keller Bros and Zweygardt &amp; Sons. He then worked for Willamette Industries until his retirement. 

On August 30, 2003, Bruce married Julia Hockersmith in Albany, OR. He was preceded in death by his wife Julia; parents; and brother Karl “Bud” Arnberger. He is survived by his sons David (Shirley) and Daryl (Lacey); stepsons Tory Caron and Todd Caron; stepdaughters Susan (Allen) McCullom and Cynthia Harris; brothers Bob Arnberger, Dennis (Gloria) Arnberger and Francis “Babe” Arnberger; sister Kathy (Jim) Koons; eight grandchildren, Brent and Bruce Arnberger, Maddison and Ben Arnberger, Mandy and Nicole McCullom, and Ryan and Connor Harris and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the Winona United Methodist Church with burial in the Winona Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Western Kansas Children's Advocacy Center and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 

For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Arnberger-Bruce/5190753/">https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Arnberger-Bruce/5190753/</a>November 27th, 1944 - May 9th, 2023Bruce Jerome Arnberger, 78, of Winona, KS, died May 9, 2023, in Hays, KS. He was born November 27, 1944, in Wallace, KS, to Karl and Adel (Wimmer) Arnberger. Bruce attended Winona High School, where he was a member of the 1962 state champion basketball team and graduated that same year. He served in the United States Air Force from 1965-1969 and then was in the reserves for two years. Bruce worked at Western Office Supply and was a long-haul truck driver for Keller Bros and Zweygardt &amp; Sons. He then worked for Willamette Industries until his retirement. On August 30, 2003, Bruce married Julia Hockersmith in Albany, OR. He was preceded in death by his wife Julia; parents; and brother Karl “Bud” Arnberger. He is survived by his sons David (Shirley) and Daryl (Lacey); stepsons Tory Caron and Todd Caron; stepdaughters Susan (Allen) McCullom and Cynthia Harris; brothers Bob Arnberger, Dennis (Gloria) Arnberger and Francis “Babe” Arnberger; sister Kathy (Jim) Koons; eight grandchildren, Brent and Bruce Arnberger, Maddison and Ben Arnberger, Mandy and Nicole McCullom, and Ryan and Connor Harris and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the Winona United Methodist Church with burial in the Winona Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Western Kansas Children's Advocacy Center and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bruce J. Arnberger

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Lambert Lee “Bert” Schlyer – age 48, of Hays, Kansas passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 at his home. He was born December 10, 1974, in Russell, Kansas to Gary L. Schlyer and Linda Kay Rohr.

He was a Fed Ex Express route driver for 20 years, and has worked at Commercial Builders for 23 years. 

Bert grew up in Victoria and was a 1993 graduate of Victoria High School. He also attended Hutchinson Junior College and received a degree in construction. 

He enjoyed fishing, Royals, Chiefs, and his garage was always open to his friends for a game of cards and spirits.

He was a member of the Hays V.F. W. Auxiliary  and volunteered a lot of time to their stags and community breakfasts.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Bert’s survivors include his daughter Scarlett Harmon, Hill City, KS; his father Gary Schlyer and his wife Karen, Wichita, KS; his mother Linda Height and her husband James, Hays, KS; his sisters Lisa Dudenhoffer and her husband Dan, St. Louis, MO; Lori Brungardt and her husband Glenn, Lawrence, KS; his niece Mckenzie Carlgen and her husband Dawson; his nephew Lane Brungardt; his godmother Lavera Peacock, NV; a number of cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill Schlyer and Mary (VonFeldt) Hammerschmidt and her husband Ray; Clarence and Katie (Gerhardt) Rohr.

A celebration of life service will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with Father Nick Parker officiating. A private family inurnment will be held later at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: Hays V.F.W. Post No. 9076 in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. 

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Lambert Lee Schlyer, Hays&nbsp;</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/Lambert-Schlyer?obId=27889910#/celebrationWall">https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/Lambert-Schlyer?obId=27889910#/celebrationWall</a>Lambert Lee “Bert” Schlyer – age 48, of Hays, Kansas passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 at his home. He was born December 10, 1974, in Russell, Kansas to Gary L. Schlyer and Linda Kay Rohr.He was a Fed Ex Express route driver for 20 years, and has worked at Commercial Builders for 23 years. Bert grew up in Victoria and was a 1993 graduate of Victoria High School. He also attended Hutchinson Junior College and received a degree in construction. He enjoyed fishing, Royals, Chiefs, and his garage was always open to his friends for a game of cards and spirits.He was a member of the Hays V.F. W. Auxiliary and volunteered a lot of time to their stags and community breakfasts.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Bert’s survivors include his daughter Scarlett Harmon, Hill City, KS; his father Gary Schlyer and his wife Karen, Wichita, KS; his mother Linda Height and her husband James, Hays, KS; his sisters Lisa Dudenhoffer and her husband Dan, St. Louis, MO; Lori Brungardt and her husband Glenn, Lawrence, KS; his niece Mckenzie Carlgen and her husband Dawson; his nephew Lane Brungardt; his godmother Lavera Peacock, NV; a number of cousins and friends.He was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill Schlyer and Mary (VonFeldt) Hammerschmidt and her husband Ray; Clarence and Katie (Gerhardt) Rohr.A celebration of life service will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with Father Nick Parker officiating. A private family inurnment will be held later at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: Hays V.F.W. Post No. 9076 in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lambert Lee Schlyer

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September 29, 1941 ~ May 5, 2023 (age 81)

Longtime Sherman county resident, Gary Louis Meyer, age 81, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023. &nbsp;

Gary was born September 29, 1941 to Louis A. and Carol R. (Wilson) Meyer in Sylvan Grove, Kansas. 

Gary grew up and went to school in Goodland. He attended Goodland High School with the class of 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He served in the United States Army from 1963 to 1965.

On February 26, 1965, Gary was married to Jeanette Winter. They had two sons, Randy and Brad. They later divorced in 1984. On August 6, 1988, he married Shirley Joyce Smith in Goodland. 

Gary worked at the Rock Island Railroad for several years, then became groundskeeper at Sugar Hills Country Club for over 30 years. 

He enjoyed working in his yard and shop, traveling to Colorado to go gambling with his Colorado family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife Jeanette (Winter), sister Nancy Tacker; brothers Robert and Leo.

He is survived by his sons Randall Scott of Axtell, NE and Bradley Louis (Shelly) of Box Elder, SD; brother Don of Tuscon, AZ; sisters Vera (Mahlon) Saunders of Colorado Springs, CO, Lucille Melroy (Lloyd Peterson) of Yuma, CO, Connie (Steven) Cox of Colorado Springs, CO; and many more family and friends. &nbsp;

Funeral service will be Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 1 p.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland. Interment following the service at the Goodland Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MT at the Funeral Home. &nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to Gary Meyer Memorial Fund for the benefit of Alzheimer’s Foundation and may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gary-Meyer">https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gary-Meyer</a>September 29, 1941 ~ May 5, 2023 (age 81)Longtime Sherman county resident, Gary Louis Meyer, age 81, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023. &nbsp;Gary was born September 29, 1941 to Louis A. and Carol R. (Wilson) Meyer in Sylvan Grove, Kansas. Gary grew up and went to school in Goodland. He attended Goodland High School with the class of 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;He served in the United States Army from 1963 to 1965.On February 26, 1965, Gary was married to Jeanette Winter. They had two sons, Randy and Brad. They later divorced in 1984. On August 6, 1988, he married Shirley Joyce Smith in Goodland. Gary worked at the Rock Island Railroad for several years, then became groundskeeper at Sugar Hills Country Club for over 30 years. He enjoyed working in his yard and shop, traveling to Colorado to go gambling with his Colorado family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.Gary is preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife Jeanette (Winter), sister Nancy Tacker; brothers Robert and Leo.He is survived by his sons Randall Scott of Axtell, NE and Bradley Louis (Shelly) of Box Elder, SD; brother Don of Tuscon, AZ; sisters Vera (Mahlon) Saunders of Colorado Springs, CO, Lucille Melroy (Lloyd Peterson) of Yuma, CO, Connie (Steven) Cox of Colorado Springs, CO; and many more family and friends. &nbsp;Funeral service will be Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 1 p.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland. Interment following the service at the Goodland Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MT at the Funeral Home. &nbsp;Memorials may be designated to Gary Meyer Memorial Fund for the benefit of Alzheimer’s Foundation and may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735. Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gary-Meyer/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gary-Meyer/1069737/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Gary L Meyer, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gary-Meyer/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Gary Meyer

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&nbsp; Marjorie L. Nairn, age 90, of Johnson, Kansas, died Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Stanton County Hospital, Johnson, Kansas. She was born August 10, 1932, in Dighton, Kansas, the daughter of Royce O. and Ida M. (Long) Wells. Marge grew up and graduated high school in Syracuse, Kansas.

Shortly thereafter she married Archie L. Nairn in Raton, New Mexico, on April 7, 1950. 

While raising her family she worked as a nurse’s aide at the Hamilton County Hospital, usually working the night shift. She moved to Johnson, Kansas, in 1972 and spent the next 20-plus years overseeing all of the bookkeeping for the family entities that included Golden Rule, L&amp;N Pump and L&amp;N Engine. 

Archie and Marge enjoyed traveling and spending time in Woodland Park, Colorado, and Green Valley, Arizona. She enjoyed cooking for her family, was an avid reader and was very blessed to be a grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Survivors include her six children, Ward L. Nairn and wife Rickie of Johnson, Kansas, Cindy Ochs of Syracuse, Kansas, Debra Stocking of Syracuse, Kansas, Jana Brady and husband Bob of Johnson, Kansas, Krista Nairn of Johnson, Kansas, and Wade Nairn of Manter, Kansas; two sisters, Donna Rae Gentry of Brighton, Colorado, and Sara Mae Wells of Meridian, Idaho; 15 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents, husband Archie; two sons-in-law, Clifford Schweizer and Jerry Stocking; and one great-grandson, Jordan Brady. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. (CST) at Fields Memorial Wesleyan Church in Johnson, Kansas, with Reverend Kurt Rovenstine officiating. Burial will follow at the Stanton County Cemetery, Johnson, Kansas. Visitation will be Monday, May 8, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home, Johnson, Kansas.

Family requests memorials be given to the Valley Hope Treatment Center or to the donor’s choice in care of Garnand Funeral Home, P.O. Box 715, Johnson, Kansas 67855. 

Condolences may be posted at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/marjorie-nairn/5188680/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/marjorie-nairn/5188680/index.php</a>August 10th, 1932 - May 6th, 2023&nbsp; Marjorie L. Nairn, age 90, of Johnson, Kansas, died Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Stanton County Hospital, Johnson, Kansas. She was born August 10, 1932, in Dighton, Kansas, the daughter of Royce O. and Ida M. (Long) Wells. Marge grew up and graduated high school in Syracuse, Kansas. Shortly thereafter she married Archie L. Nairn in Raton, New Mexico, on April 7, 1950. While raising her family she worked as a nurse’s aide at the Hamilton County Hospital, usually working the night shift. She moved to Johnson, Kansas, in 1972 and spent the next 20-plus years overseeing all of the bookkeeping for the family entities that included Golden Rule, L&amp;N Pump and L&amp;N Engine. Archie and Marge enjoyed traveling and spending time in Woodland Park, Colorado, and Green Valley, Arizona. She enjoyed cooking for her family, was an avid reader and was very blessed to be a grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Survivors include her six children, Ward L. Nairn and wife Rickie of Johnson, Kansas, Cindy Ochs of Syracuse, Kansas, Debra Stocking of Syracuse, Kansas, Jana Brady and husband Bob of Johnson, Kansas, Krista Nairn of Johnson, Kansas, and Wade Nairn of Manter, Kansas; two sisters, Donna Rae Gentry of Brighton, Colorado, and Sara Mae Wells of Meridian, Idaho; 15 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents, husband Archie; two sons-in-law, Clifford Schweizer and Jerry Stocking; and one great-grandson, Jordan Brady. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. (CST) at Fields Memorial Wesleyan Church in Johnson, Kansas, with Reverend Kurt Rovenstine officiating. Burial will follow at the Stanton County Cemetery, Johnson, Kansas. Visitation will be Monday, May 8, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home, Johnson, Kansas. Family requests memorials be given to the Valley Hope Treatment Center or to the donor’s choice in care of Garnand Funeral Home, P.O. Box 715, Johnson, Kansas 67855. Condolences may be posted at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marjorie L. Nairn

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&nbsp; DIGHTON - Elvern Dean Borell, 88, died on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton. He was born on September 3, 1934 at the family farm in Russell County the son of Edwin Alexander and Alta Vera (Wire) Borell. As an infant Elvern was baptized in the Lutheran faith at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wilson on October 14, 1934 by his uncle, Rev. William J. Lind. Carl and Minnie E. (Borell) Heinze were his baptismal sponsors. Elvern was confirmed in to the Lutheran faith on June 20, 1948 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dubuque. His conformation verse: “Love not the world, the love of the Father is not in him” (1 John 2:15). In 1949, Elvern transferred his church membership to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City and finally to Christ The King Lutheran Church in Dighton until its closure. Elvern’s education began at Crabtree Rural School in Russell County and then the family moved to Wilson for four years. In 1946 the family moved to Lane county and he graduated from Dighton Grade School in 1948 and Dighton High School in 1952. While growing up he enjoyed helping his dad on the family farm where he acquired his knowledge about farming and raising cattle while also being active in 4-H and enjoyed showing cattle at the Lane County Fair. In addition to farming and raising cattle for over 70 years, he took care of his father for 17 years.

Family was important to him and he enjoyed giving each one a monetary gift in hopes of receiving a card in return that he could display. He was really proud of the plants he received from family and showing them off. He is survived by his sister Sharen (Brant) Hempler of Almena;&nbsp; nephews Von (Denise) Borell, Kent (Carrie) Borell, Tory (Melinda) Borell, all of Dighton, Mitchell (Shannan) Hempler of Norton, and Luke Hempler of Almena, and Lon’s wife Vicky Borell; nieces Sue Ann (Keith) Roberts of Orleans, Nebraska, Cindy Borell and Kay Conrady, both of Dodge City, and Janet (Douglas) Meili of Overland Park, Kansas; and sister-in-law Mary Lou Borell of Dighton; and great-nephews and nieces and great-great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Gene (Alice) Borell, Ronald Borell and Loren (Ruth) Borell; and nephew Lon Ray Borell. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church in Dorrance with Brenda Rodger, PMA officiating. Burial will be in Hyde Park Cemetery in Russell County.

Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church in care of Boomhower Funeral Home, Box 891,&nbsp; Dighton, KS 67839, 620-397-5792.

Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com. A special thank you to Von Lee and Denise and family for taking care of Elvern since 2012.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/elvern-borell/5189002/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/elvern-borell/5189002/index.php</a>&nbsp; DIGHTON - Elvern Dean Borell, 88, died on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton. He was born on September 3, 1934 at the family farm in Russell County the son of Edwin Alexander and Alta Vera (Wire) Borell. As an infant Elvern was baptized in the Lutheran faith at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wilson on October 14, 1934 by his uncle, Rev. William J. Lind. Carl and Minnie E. (Borell) Heinze were his baptismal sponsors. Elvern was confirmed in to the Lutheran faith on June 20, 1948 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dubuque. His conformation verse: “Love not the world, the love of the Father is not in him” (1 John 2:15). In 1949, Elvern transferred his church membership to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City and finally to Christ The King Lutheran Church in Dighton until its closure. Elvern’s education began at Crabtree Rural School in Russell County and then the family moved to Wilson for four years. In 1946 the family moved to Lane county and he graduated from Dighton Grade School in 1948 and Dighton High School in 1952. While growing up he enjoyed helping his dad on the family farm where he acquired his knowledge about farming and raising cattle while also being active in 4-H and enjoyed showing cattle at the Lane County Fair. In addition to farming and raising cattle for over 70 years, he took care of his father for 17 years. Family was important to him and he enjoyed giving each one a monetary gift in hopes of receiving a card in return that he could display. He was really proud of the plants he received from family and showing them off. He is survived by his sister Sharen (Brant) Hempler of Almena;&nbsp; nephews Von (Denise) Borell, Kent (Carrie) Borell, Tory (Melinda) Borell, all of Dighton, Mitchell (Shannan) Hempler of Norton, and Luke Hempler of Almena, and Lon’s wife Vicky Borell; nieces Sue Ann (Keith) Roberts of Orleans, Nebraska, Cindy Borell and Kay Conrady, both of Dodge City, and Janet (Douglas) Meili of Overland Park, Kansas; and sister-in-law Mary Lou Borell of Dighton; and great-nephews and nieces and great-great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Gene (Alice) Borell, Ronald Borell and Loren (Ruth) Borell; and nephew Lon Ray Borell. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church in Dorrance with Brenda Rodger, PMA officiating. Burial will be in Hyde Park Cemetery in Russell County. Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church in care of Boomhower Funeral Home, Box 891,&nbsp; Dighton, KS 67839, 620-397-5792.Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com. A special thank you to Von Lee and Denise and family for taking care of Elvern since 2012.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elvern Dean Borell

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Brandon Gage Baker, 19, of Hoxie, Kansas, unexpectantly passed away on April 28, 2023, at his house in Goodland, Kansas. Brandon was the youngest son of Kirk and Kelly (Allen) Baker and was born February 23, 2004, in Henderson, Texas. 

He attended Hoxie Community Schools graduating in May 2022. 

Brandon had attended Northwest Kansas Technical College in Goodland, Kansas last August taking the auto technology program. He loved tinkering with old cars or trucks and buying, selling, or trading them. He always found a way to personalize his vehicles, painting, and making them reflect his personality. Brandon also loved riding his motorcycles and ATVs. 

Brandon worked at Hoxie Ag and Radiator for two summers after his freshman and sophomore years and then worked on the family farm the past two summers.

Brandon was a happy-go-lucky young man who liked to make sure everyone felt included. He never knew a stranger and loved talking to everyone. He loved helping others and would just show up to shovel snow off the sidewalk or other chores someone needed done. He was accepting of others and generally had a kind word for everyone. Brandon was protective of his family, especially his cousins, nieces, nephews, and grandparents.

Brandon attended Hoxie Christian Church and was a junior Deacon. At a young age, he started going to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTCU with an Elder to serve communion to the residents. He knew them all by name and enjoyed visiting with them as much as they enjoyed him..

Brandon was a member of the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie Hot Rodders Club, and the Wheat State Mafia, a truck club. Each summer, Brandon loved helping Hoxie Hot Rodders with their car show and was usually seen giving rides on the kiddie train.

Brandon had a beautiful singing voice and was not afraid to share it. He would sing solos at church, took voice lessons with Bonnie Cameron, and even sang the Star-Spangled Banner at a July 4th program. He was in Hoxie High School Choir all four years. Brandon was a member of FFA all through high school. He participated in football his freshman year. He wrestled from age five and up into high school. He was a state qualifier his sophomore year when the team was state runner up. As a junior, he took sixth place in state wrestling as a part of the 2021 State Championship Team.

Brandon loved his family, and his loss leaves a huge hole in all their hearts. As one family member shared, “Brandon came into our lives unexpectedly and he left us unexpectedly. He brought all of us so much love and joy for 18 ½ years.” We will miss his love and huge hugs forever.

Brandon is survived by his parents Kirk and Kelly Baker of Hoxie, Kansas; brothers Travis Baker, wife Julie and daughters Allison and Caroline of Omaha, Nebraska, Trent Baker and wife Ashley, children, Addilyn, Ethan, Eli of Hoxie, Kansas; Tyler Baker and wife Becci and sons Rhett, Beau and Chase of Hoxie, Kansas, and Logan Baker of Carthage, Texas, Darrin Baker of Port Bolivar, Texas; sister Rianna Baker of Carthage, Texas; grandparents Roger and Tami Baker and Karen Allen; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by grandparents Byron and Shirley Baker and Darrell Allen.

A funeral service is planned for Friday, May 5, 2023, 10:30 a.m. at the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie, Kansas, with Pastor Carl Dumler presiding. This service will be livestreamed at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. A visitation will be held at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Memorials are suggested to the Hoxie Hot Rodders or the Hoxie Christian Church and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. 

Words of caring and comfort may be left for the family at www.mickeyleopold.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Brandon-Gage-Baker?obId=27822831#/celebrationWall">https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Brandon-Gage-Baker?obId=27822831#/celebrationWall</a>February 23, 2004 - April 28, 2023Brandon Gage Baker, 19, of Hoxie, Kansas, unexpectantly passed away on April 28, 2023, at his house in Goodland, Kansas. Brandon was the youngest son of Kirk and Kelly (Allen) Baker and was born February 23, 2004, in Henderson, Texas. He attended Hoxie Community Schools graduating in May 2022. Brandon had attended Northwest Kansas Technical College in Goodland, Kansas last August taking the auto technology program. He loved tinkering with old cars or trucks and buying, selling, or trading them. He always found a way to personalize his vehicles, painting, and making them reflect his personality. Brandon also loved riding his motorcycles and ATVs. Brandon worked at Hoxie Ag and Radiator for two summers after his freshman and sophomore years and then worked on the family farm the past two summers.Brandon was a happy-go-lucky young man who liked to make sure everyone felt included. He never knew a stranger and loved talking to everyone. He loved helping others and would just show up to shovel snow off the sidewalk or other chores someone needed done. He was accepting of others and generally had a kind word for everyone. Brandon was protective of his family, especially his cousins, nieces, nephews, and grandparents.Brandon attended Hoxie Christian Church and was a junior Deacon. At a young age, he started going to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTCU with an Elder to serve communion to the residents. He knew them all by name and enjoyed visiting with them as much as they enjoyed him..Brandon was a member of the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie Hot Rodders Club, and the Wheat State Mafia, a truck club. Each summer, Brandon loved helping Hoxie Hot Rodders with their car show and was usually seen giving rides on the kiddie train.Brandon had a beautiful singing voice and was not afraid to share it. He would sing solos at church, took voice lessons with Bonnie Cameron, and even sang the Star-Spangled Banner at a July 4th program. He was in Hoxie High School Choir all four years. Brandon was a member of FFA all through high school. He participated in football his freshman year. He wrestled from age five and up into high school. He was a state qualifier his sophomore year when the team was state runner up. As a junior, he took sixth place in state wrestling as a part of the 2021 State Championship Team.Brandon loved his family, and his loss leaves a huge hole in all their hearts. As one family member shared, “Brandon came into our lives unexpectedly and he left us unexpectedly. He brought all of us so much love and joy for 18 ½ years.” We will miss his love and huge hugs forever.Brandon is survived by his parents Kirk and Kelly Baker of Hoxie, Kansas; brothers Travis Baker, wife Julie and daughters Allison and Caroline of Omaha, Nebraska, Trent Baker and wife Ashley, children, Addilyn, Ethan, Eli of Hoxie, Kansas; Tyler Baker and wife Becci and sons Rhett, Beau and Chase of Hoxie, Kansas, and Logan Baker of Carthage, Texas, Darrin Baker of Port Bolivar, Texas; sister Rianna Baker of Carthage, Texas; grandparents Roger and Tami Baker and Karen Allen; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.He was preceded in death by grandparents Byron and Shirley Baker and Darrell Allen.A funeral service is planned for Friday, May 5, 2023, 10:30 a.m. at the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie, Kansas, with Pastor Carl Dumler presiding. This service will be livestreamed at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. A visitation will be held at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.Memorials are suggested to the Hoxie Hot Rodders or the Hoxie Christian Church and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of caring and comfort may be left for the family at www.mickeyleopold.com.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Brandon, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27822831&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1841863308.1682958493:GS1.1.1682958492.1.0.1682958497.55.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

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Bernice Georgine (Dechant) David, 92, of Sharon Springs, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2023 at the Wallace County Community Care Center in Sharon Springs, Kansas.

Bernice was born July 19, 1930, to Joseph and Paulina (Leikam) Dechant in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the youngest of 12 children.

She graduated from Wallace County High School in 1949.&nbsp; F

ollowing graduation, she began working at Floyd’s Recreation and Snack Bar where she met and worked for her future husband.&nbsp; She married Floyd David on May 29, 1950.&nbsp; To this union two children were born, Debra and Marion (Skip) David.

When Floyd and Bernice sold Floyd’s Recreation and Snack Bar she worked in the grocery store meat market for 20 years and later did bookkeeping for the grocery store.&nbsp; After Floyd developed Parkinson’s disease, her main priority in life was to lovingly care for her husband.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituaries/bernice-david">https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituaries/bernice-david</a>July 19, 1930 - May 8, 2023Bernice Georgine (Dechant) David, 92, of Sharon Springs, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2023 at the Wallace County Community Care Center in Sharon Springs, Kansas.Bernice was born July 19, 1930, to Joseph and Paulina (Leikam) Dechant in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the youngest of 12 children.She graduated from Wallace County High School in 1949.&nbsp; Following graduation, she began working at Floyd’s Recreation and Snack Bar where she met and worked for her future husband.&nbsp; She married Floyd David on May 29, 1950.&nbsp; To this union two children were born, Debra and Marion (Skip) David.When Floyd and Bernice sold Floyd’s Recreation and Snack Bar she worked in the grocery store meat market for 20 years and later did bookkeeping for the grocery store.&nbsp; After Floyd developed Parkinson’s disease, her main priority in life was to lovingly care for her husband.She was a lifetime member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church and spent many years as a member of the Women’s Altar Society for the church.Bernice enjoyed bowling for many years in the local bowling league and participated in bowling tournaments in Kansas and other states.&nbsp; She played music by ear on the piano and organ.&nbsp; She loved playing bingo and had great fun playing slot machines.&nbsp; Her favorite NFL football team was the Denver Broncos, and she was passionate about Kansas University Jayhawk basketball.&nbsp; She and Floyd loved playing cards (pitch, pinochle and cribbage) with family and friends.Bernice was a devoted, faithful and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter and sister.&nbsp; She treasured the time she spent with her family.&nbsp; She loved attending school activities and sporting events in which her children and grandchildren participated.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Floyd, her parents, three brothers and their spouses, and eight sisters and their spouses.Bernice will be greatly missed by all those who loved her.&nbsp; She is survived by her children: daughter Debra Wright of Spring, Texas; son Skip David and his wife Debbie of Sharon Springs; sister-in-law:Nettie (David) Lock of Onaga, Kansas; four grandchildren: Cody Wright (Carlos) of Menlo Park, California; Lance Wright (Jennifer) of Spring, Texas; Corey David (Lace) of Sharon Springs, Kansas; and Christy Kuhn (Jared) of Hays, Kansas; five great-grandchildren: Jessica Bair, Erikson and Violet David, Kiefer Kuhn, and Avah Wright; and many nieces and nephews.Memorial contributions may be designated to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/2adfc272-9fd1-4554-a12e-316d32dddc03" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Bernice G. David, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/2adfc272-9fd1-4554-a12e-316d32dddc03" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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