Joel D. Garceau, 79, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023, at Smith Center Health and Rehab.

Services are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Joel D. Garceau, 79, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023, at Smith Center Health and Rehab.Services are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Joel D. Garceau

January 11, 1949
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 20, 2023

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Dale-Norman-Schulze?obId=27775534#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>January 11, 1949
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 20, 2023An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Dale-Norman-Schulze?obId=27775534#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Dale Norman Schulze

Shelly
 Lynn VanWinkle, 58, passed away April 20, 2023, at her home in Newton, 
Kan.. She was born October 9, 1964, in Wichita, Kan., to Conrad &amp; 
Wanda (Vickery) Richey. She married William VanWinkle April 24, 1999, in
 Wichita, Kan.&nbsp;

Shelly
 moved to Newton in 2016, from Great Bend, Kan. She was the scale master
 for the Barton County Landfill then Harvey County Landfill. Shelly had 
many other certifications as well, like her CDL. She loved getting her 
nails done and attending family get togethers.

Survivors
 include, her husband, William “Kent” VanWinkle of the home; two sons, 
Kevin Richey and wife, Sarah of Wichita, Kan., and Nicholas Thomas of 
Mount Pleasant, Iowa; stepdaughter, Darline VanWinkle of Springfield, 
Mo.; four grandchildren, Kaitlynn and Konnor Richey, Ivy Peterson, and 
Arianna Jackson; two brothers, Kenny Richey and wife, Janet and Brian 
Richey and wife, Chris, all of Wichita, Kan.; and three sisters, Evelyn 
Cheek and husband, Bill, Linda Diggs and husband, Bill, and Connie Wiss,
 all of Wichita, Kan.

She
 was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Thomas; stepdaughter, Shawnda 
VanWinkle; her parents; two brothers, Gerald and Darrell Richey; and a 
brother-in-law, Doug Wiss.

Visitation
 will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at 
Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 
p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 27, 
2023, at Bryant Funeral Home in Great Bend, with Pastor Larry Schumacher
 presiding. Interment will be in the Hillcrest Memorial Park in Great 
Bend. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to the Shelly 
VanWinkle Expense Fund or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home. 

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Shelly
 Lynn VanWinkle, 58, passed away April 20, 2023, at her home in Newton, 
Kan.. She was born October 9, 1964, in Wichita, Kan., to Conrad &amp; 
Wanda (Vickery) Richey. She married William VanWinkle April 24, 1999, in
 Wichita, Kan.&nbsp;Shelly
 moved to Newton in 2016, from Great Bend, Kan. She was the scale master
 for the Barton County Landfill then Harvey County Landfill. Shelly had 
many other certifications as well, like her CDL. She loved getting her 
nails done and attending family get togethers.Survivors
 include, her husband, William “Kent” VanWinkle of the home; two sons, 
Kevin Richey and wife, Sarah of Wichita, Kan., and Nicholas Thomas of 
Mount Pleasant, Iowa; stepdaughter, Darline VanWinkle of Springfield, 
Mo.; four grandchildren, Kaitlynn and Konnor Richey, Ivy Peterson, and 
Arianna Jackson; two brothers, Kenny Richey and wife, Janet and Brian 
Richey and wife, Chris, all of Wichita, Kan.; and three sisters, Evelyn 
Cheek and husband, Bill, Linda Diggs and husband, Bill, and Connie Wiss,
 all of Wichita, Kan.She
 was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Thomas; stepdaughter, Shawnda 
VanWinkle; her parents; two brothers, Gerald and Darrell Richey; and a 
brother-in-law, Doug Wiss.Visitation
 will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at 
Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 
p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 27, 
2023, at Bryant Funeral Home in Great Bend, with Pastor Larry Schumacher
 presiding. Interment will be in the Hillcrest Memorial Park in Great 
Bend. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to the Shelly 
VanWinkle Expense Fund or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Shelly Lynn VanWinkle

It is with very heavy hearts, that we share the loss of Gene Leon 
Theleman. Our Lord called him home on April 21, 2023, doing what he 
loved. Born to Fred and Leona Theleman of Natoma, KS, on August 29, 
1955, in Hays, Kansas, Gene remained a resident of Natoma throughout his
 life. He attended and graduated from Natoma High School in 1973.  Gene 
met his wife Luanne in Hays, Kansas, and soon married in 1976. They were
 blessed with three boys in 1984, 1987, and 1989. Gene was a believer in
 Christ and joined the Catholic Church.

Gene 
began farming at the young age of fourteen and continued in his 
profession for fifty-three years until his untimely death. Gene and 
Luanne, in conjunction with their sons, founded Triple T Trenching in 
2001 to help their sons earn their way through college.

Deeply
 involved in his community, Gene was a prior school board and Lion’s 
Club member, and a deputy of Natoma, (Who would have thought it?). Gene 
was a friend to many and a neighbor to all.

Gene
 was often a man of few words. Yet, he made a lasting impact on this 
world. One would be hard pressed to find a man who better embodies the 
words: determined, self-taught, self-made, and reliable. Gene also 
defined what a hard-working man truly is and drew admiration from all 
who knew him. He was headstrong but also very loving. At family 
gatherings, he was often seen with one of his five grandchildren in his 
arms, tickling, smiling, and exhibiting the tender warmth of a loving 
grandfather. Most importantly, he built a beautiful family that he cared
 for deeply and protected fervently. His impact will last beyond his 
years on earth in the form of his three amazing sons who have learned 
from his example what it means to be a good man, husband, and father.

Gene
 is survived by wife, Luanne of 46 years; son Brian and granddaughter 
Cassidy; son Clayton and daughter-in-law Melissa Noel, grandchildren 
Noah and Ava; son Justin and daughter-in-law Melissa Elise, 
grandchildren Colette and Preston; sister Susie and husband John Price, 
and brothers Larry and Darrell. He was preceded in death by his parents,
 sister Lois, and brother-in-law Duan Talley. All of these he loved and 
touched deeply.

Please join us in celebrating 
the life of Gene Theleman at 10:00 AM, April 27, 2023, at the Funeral 
Mass at Sacred Heart Plainville Church.  Visitation will be held 2:00 - 
4:00 PM, April 26th at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville and 
6:00 – 8:00 PM at the church with a Vigil and Rosary Service at 6:00 PM.

If
 desired, donations can be directed to the “In the Trenches” memorial 
fund. The funds will be used to best serve community members, and 
organizations in need. Natoma Cemetery has been chosen for his final 
resting place.

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 </figure>It is with very heavy hearts, that we share the loss of Gene Leon 
Theleman. Our Lord called him home on April 21, 2023, doing what he 
loved. Born to Fred and Leona Theleman of Natoma, KS, on August 29, 
1955, in Hays, Kansas, Gene remained a resident of Natoma throughout his
 life. He attended and graduated from Natoma High School in 1973. Gene 
met his wife Luanne in Hays, Kansas, and soon married in 1976. They were
 blessed with three boys in 1984, 1987, and 1989. Gene was a believer in
 Christ and joined the Catholic Church.Gene 
began farming at the young age of fourteen and continued in his 
profession for fifty-three years until his untimely death. Gene and 
Luanne, in conjunction with their sons, founded Triple T Trenching in 
2001 to help their sons earn their way through college.Deeply
 involved in his community, Gene was a prior school board and Lion’s 
Club member, and a deputy of Natoma, (Who would have thought it?). Gene 
was a friend to many and a neighbor to all.Gene
 was often a man of few words. Yet, he made a lasting impact on this 
world. One would be hard pressed to find a man who better embodies the 
words: determined, self-taught, self-made, and reliable. Gene also 
defined what a hard-working man truly is and drew admiration from all 
who knew him. He was headstrong but also very loving. At family 
gatherings, he was often seen with one of his five grandchildren in his 
arms, tickling, smiling, and exhibiting the tender warmth of a loving 
grandfather. Most importantly, he built a beautiful family that he cared
 for deeply and protected fervently. His impact will last beyond his 
years on earth in the form of his three amazing sons who have learned 
from his example what it means to be a good man, husband, and father.Gene
 is survived by wife, Luanne of 46 years; son Brian and granddaughter 
Cassidy; son Clayton and daughter-in-law Melissa Noel, grandchildren 
Noah and Ava; son Justin and daughter-in-law Melissa Elise, 
grandchildren Colette and Preston; sister Susie and husband John Price, 
and brothers Larry and Darrell. He was preceded in death by his parents,
 sister Lois, and brother-in-law Duan Talley. All of these he loved and 
touched deeply.Please join us in celebrating 
the life of Gene Theleman at 10:00 AM, April 27, 2023, at the Funeral 
Mass at Sacred Heart Plainville Church. Visitation will be held 2:00 - 
4:00 PM, April 26th at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville and 
6:00 – 8:00 PM at the church with a Vigil and Rosary Service at 6:00 PM.If
 desired, donations can be directed to the “In the Trenches” memorial 
fund. The funds will be used to best serve community members, and 
organizations in need. Natoma Cemetery has been chosen for his final 
resting place.

Gene Leon Theleman

Patricia “Patty” Ann Borchert, 70, passed away on Friday, April 21, 
2023, surrounded by her loved ones at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center,
 Hutchinson, KS. She was born November 22, 1952, in Ness City, KS to Glen
 and Gertrude (Werner) Cavenah.

Patty attended McPherson High 
School and graduated in 1971. In 1976, she married Russell D. Borchert. 
They had two children, Adria and Brian. Patty and Russell later 
divorced. She is a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church in Hutchinson. 
She enjoyed spending her time outside, whether it was to garden, swim, 
or work on her tan. Patty also loved to spend time with her family, and 
especially her grandchildren. Patty loved taking care of young children 
and spent many years working at the Hutchinson Children’s Emergency 
Center. She also spent many years working for Hutchinson Hospital and 
Home Instead Senior Care.

Patty is preceded by her parents; three 
brothers, Kenneth, Larry, and David Cavenah; and two sisters, Ramona 
Kincaid and Juanita Cavenah.

She is survived by her daughter, 
Adria Jackson and her husband, William; son, Brian Borchert; siblings, 
Charles, Dennis, and Collette Cavenah; her three grandchildren, Jillian 
Tobin, and Jacob and Rhys Jackson; and multiple nieces, nephews, great 
nieces, and great nephews.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, 
April 27, 2023, from 4:00pm to 6:30pm at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 
E. 30th Ave, with a rosary to follow at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 
E. 5th Ave, at 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, April
 28, 2023, at 10:00am at St. Teresa Catholic Church with Father Aaron 
Spexarth officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. 

Memorial 
contributions can be made to the Patty Borchert Memorial Fund, and can 
be sent in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Patricia “Patty” Ann Borchert, 70, passed away on Friday, April 21, 
2023, surrounded by her loved ones at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center,
 Hutchinson, KS. She was born November 22, 1952, in Ness City, KS to Glen
 and Gertrude (Werner) Cavenah.Patty attended McPherson High 
School and graduated in 1971. In 1976, she married Russell D. Borchert. 
They had two children, Adria and Brian. Patty and Russell later 
divorced. She is a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church in Hutchinson. 
She enjoyed spending her time outside, whether it was to garden, swim, 
or work on her tan. Patty also loved to spend time with her family, and 
especially her grandchildren. Patty loved taking care of young children 
and spent many years working at the Hutchinson Children’s Emergency 
Center. She also spent many years working for Hutchinson Hospital and 
Home Instead Senior Care.Patty is preceded by her parents; three 
brothers, Kenneth, Larry, and David Cavenah; and two sisters, Ramona 
Kincaid and Juanita Cavenah.She is survived by her daughter, 
Adria Jackson and her husband, William; son, Brian Borchert; siblings, 
Charles, Dennis, and Collette Cavenah; her three grandchildren, Jillian 
Tobin, and Jacob and Rhys Jackson; and multiple nieces, nephews, great 
nieces, and great nephews.A visitation will be held on Thursday, 
April 27, 2023, from 4:00pm to 6:30pm at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 
E. 30th Ave, with a rosary to follow at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 
E. 5th Ave, at 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, April
 28, 2023, at 10:00am at St. Teresa Catholic Church with Father Aaron 
Spexarth officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. Memorial 
contributions can be made to the Patty Borchert Memorial Fund, and can 
be sent in care of the funeral home.

Patricia 'Patty' Ann Borchert

The Lord took Lynette Kay Clements home on Saturday, April 15, 2023, 
at Elk Ridge Health and Rehab with family by her side. She was 84 years 
old.

Lynette was born March 18, 1939, in Quinter, Kansas, to Fred Rufus Barrett and Velma Vivian Blackwell.

She lived in Quinter until graduating high school and then attended 
Fort Hays State College in Hays, Kansas. She then moved to the eastern 
slope of Colorado, until moving to the western slope in 2007, and 
eventually calling Montrose, Colo., home.

Mom had a wonderful sense of humor, sense of style, and was 
quick-witted with everyone she knew. She brought so much joy into 
everyone’s life. She enjoyed traveling, her dog Pebbles and most of all,
 she adored her family. She was a wonderful Mother, Sister, Grandmother,
 Great Grandmother, and friend.

Mom is survived by daughter Tami (Steve) Hale of Olathe, CO; daughter
 Michelle Nicks of Mead, Co; sister Rhonda (Rod) Fisher of Johnstown, 
Co; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and
 nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Vicki 
Clements Carpenter.

She loved her job as a flight attendant for 30 years.&nbsp; Her career 
took her many places and met many people. Her amazing personality made 
her a perfect fit for the job that she loved so much.

She was stunning and beautiful in every way. She walked through life 
with a beautiful smile and huge dimples. With beautiful eyes of green 
and a heart as big as the deep blue sea.

Her body grew tired. The time had come when God sent a heavenly plane
 to pick her up. The Angel put out her hand and said, “It’s time to go, 
you have so many people excited to see you at home.”

She glanced back at her girls and said “this isn’t goodbye, it’s a see you later. I have my wings, now it’s time to go.”

The Angel walked with her to the majestic plane and said “where we 
are going, the gates have pearls and the streets are of gold and there 
is no more pain”

As she boarded her last flight with a smile on her face, she turned 
back to her family to say one more thing. “I love you; you stayed with 
me and held my hand. I felt your kisses and hugs. But it’s Ok, God has 
me now. I will always be with you.”

Crippin Funeral Home will be assisting the family.

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 </figure>The Lord took Lynette Kay Clements home on Saturday, April 15, 2023, 
at Elk Ridge Health and Rehab with family by her side. She was 84 years 
old.Lynette was born March 18, 1939, in Quinter, Kansas, to Fred Rufus Barrett and Velma Vivian Blackwell.She lived in Quinter until graduating high school and then attended 
Fort Hays State College in Hays, Kansas. She then moved to the eastern 
slope of Colorado, until moving to the western slope in 2007, and 
eventually calling Montrose, Colo., home.Mom had a wonderful sense of humor, sense of style, and was 
quick-witted with everyone she knew. She brought so much joy into 
everyone’s life. She enjoyed traveling, her dog Pebbles and most of all,
 she adored her family. She was a wonderful Mother, Sister, Grandmother,
 Great Grandmother, and friend.Mom is survived by daughter Tami (Steve) Hale of Olathe, CO; daughter
 Michelle Nicks of Mead, Co; sister Rhonda (Rod) Fisher of Johnstown, 
Co; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and
 nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Vicki 
Clements Carpenter.She loved her job as a flight attendant for 30 years.&nbsp; Her career 
took her many places and met many people. Her amazing personality made 
her a perfect fit for the job that she loved so much.“Wings”She was stunning and beautiful in every way. She walked through life 
with a beautiful smile and huge dimples. With beautiful eyes of green 
and a heart as big as the deep blue sea.Her body grew tired. The time had come when God sent a heavenly plane
 to pick her up. The Angel put out her hand and said, “It’s time to go, 
you have so many people excited to see you at home.”She glanced back at her girls and said “this isn’t goodbye, it’s a see you later. I have my wings, now it’s time to go.”The Angel walked with her to the majestic plane and said “where we 
are going, the gates have pearls and the streets are of gold and there 
is no more pain”As she boarded her last flight with a smile on her face, she turned 
back to her family to say one more thing. “I love you; you stayed with 
me and held my hand. I felt your kisses and hugs. But it’s Ok, God has 
me now. I will always be with you.”Crippin Funeral Home will be assisting the family.

Lynette Kay Clements

Charmaine L. Morris, 85, Hays, died Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at Logan Manor in Logan.

She was born May 31, 1937, in Honolulu, 
Hawaii, the daughter of Robert and Rose (Hose) Kamai.&nbsp; Charmaine grew up
 in Hawaii and it was there that she met Vernon J. “Vern” Morris Sr., a
 U.S. Marine stationed in Hawaii.&nbsp; Charmaine and Vern were united in 
marriage on July 13, 1957, in Honolulu, and they moved to Hays, Kansas, in
 1958.&nbsp; They were married nearly 65 years before he preceded her in 
death on March 17, 2022.&nbsp; 

Charmaine worked at Travenol and for 
International Mailing.&nbsp; She was a devout Catholic, a loving homemaker, 
and her hobbies included quilting, crocheting, and embroidery.&nbsp; She 
loved flowers and flower gardening, sharing bulbs and plants with family
 and friends, and creating beautiful arrangements with flowers grown in 
her garden.&nbsp; Charmaine enjoyed animals, shopping, traveling, and 
listening to country music.&nbsp; Most of all, she adored her family.

Survivors include her two sons, Vernie 
Morris and wife Sue of Logan and Verlon Morris of Spring Hill, three 
daughters, Virgie Knoedler and husband Steven of Hays, Veronica Rogers 
and Vermay DeRossi, both of Ottawa, 12 grandchildren, 13 great 
grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Vern, one sister, Grebel Pellum, and an infant son, Verdale.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with 
Deacon Steve Urban officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until service 
time.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to Logan Manor.&nbsp; Condolences and memories
 of Charmaine may be shared with her family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Charmaine L. Morris, 85, Hays, died Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at Logan Manor in Logan.She was born May 31, 1937, in Honolulu, 
Hawaii, the daughter of Robert and Rose (Hose) Kamai.&nbsp; Charmaine grew up
 in Hawaii and it was there that she met Vernon J. “Vern” Morris Sr., a
 U.S. Marine stationed in Hawaii.&nbsp; Charmaine and Vern were united in 
marriage on July 13, 1957, in Honolulu, and they moved to Hays, Kansas, in
 1958.&nbsp; They were married nearly 65 years before he preceded her in 
death on March 17, 2022.&nbsp; Charmaine worked at Travenol and for 
International Mailing.&nbsp; She was a devout Catholic, a loving homemaker, 
and her hobbies included quilting, crocheting, and embroidery.&nbsp; She 
loved flowers and flower gardening, sharing bulbs and plants with family
 and friends, and creating beautiful arrangements with flowers grown in 
her garden.&nbsp; Charmaine enjoyed animals, shopping, traveling, and 
listening to country music.&nbsp; Most of all, she adored her family.Survivors include her two sons, Vernie 
Morris and wife Sue of Logan and Verlon Morris of Spring Hill, three 
daughters, Virgie Knoedler and husband Steven of Hays, Veronica Rogers 
and Vermay DeRossi, both of Ottawa, 12 grandchildren, 13 great 
grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Vern, one sister, Grebel Pellum, and an infant son, Verdale.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with 
Deacon Steve Urban officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until service 
time.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Logan Manor.&nbsp; Condolences and memories
 of Charmaine may be shared with her family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Charmaine L. (Kamai) Morris

Barbara Ellen (Brown) West, of Plainville, Kansas, entered into 
her heavenly home on April 20, 2023,  at the age of 73 after a 
courageous fight with pancreatic cancer.

She was born 
on December 27, 1949, in Natoma, Kansas, to Kenneth and Viola (Baum) 
Brown. She graduated from Plainville High School in 1968. After 
graduation, Barb went to beauty school in Salina, Kansas, and this was 
also where she met the love of her life, Larry.

Barb 
and Larry were united in marriage on July 2, 1971 in Plainville, Kansas,&nbsp; and were inseparable for the next 52 years. They were blessed with three
 children; a boy, Travis, who died 5 days after birth, and two 
daughters, Jenny and Jaymme. Barb was a secretary for many years for her
 husbands welding service as well as her parents oil business, Kenny 
Brown Enterprises. Later on, she worked as a receptionist and was known 
as "the voice" of Dessin Fournir.

Barb was a beautiful 
and sweet soul and a woman of faith. Her family was her pride and joy 
and everything she did revolved around them. Whether it was playing 
cards with them, making food for them, or traveling for her grandkids’ 
sporting events every weekend. She was the best wife, Mama, Grandma, 
teacher, and biggest supporter of all. Barb loved to be outdoors and 
spent many years outside planting flowers and going fishing. She was an 
excellent fisherwoman, even known to out-fish Larry. Barb also had a 
knack for crafting, making wreaths, and crocheting blankets to name just
 a few more things that she loved and truly did well.

Barb
 is survived by her husband, Larry of Plainville; daughters, Jennifer 
Lynne Plante, Plainville, Jaymme Marie (Grant) Arnold,  McPherson; Five 
grandchildren; Chelsey West, Hays, Taylor Meitler, Bonner Springs, Jared
 Plante (Marissa Befort), Plainville, Justin Plante (Emma Humphrey), 
Plainville, Dawson Arnold, Manhattan.  Three brothers; Kenny (Rhonda) 
Brown Jr., Zurich, Blaine (Amy) Brown, Plainville, Shayne (Tierra) 
Brown, Plainville; Sister-in-law, Paula Brown, St. Paul, MN;  and 
Brother-in-law  Steve Ruder, Hays.

She is preceded in 
death by her parents, infant son Travis William West, sister Linda 
Ruder, brother Greg Brown, niece and nephews, Leslie Brown, Bo Brown and
 Andrew “Andy” Brown

A Memorial service will be held 
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the United Methodist Church 1002 
Madison Street in Plainville. Inurnment will follow at the Plainville 
Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, April 24th, from 4:00 – 8:00 
p.m. with the family present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home in Plainville.

Memorials are suggested to 
the Rooks County Health Center and Dreiling Schmidt Cancer Center and 
may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd Plainville, KS 
67663.

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 </figure>Barbara Ellen (Brown) West, of Plainville, Kansas, entered into 
her heavenly home on April 20, 2023, at the age of 73 after a 
courageous fight with pancreatic cancer.She was born 
on December 27, 1949, in Natoma, Kansas, to Kenneth and Viola (Baum) 
Brown. She graduated from Plainville High School in 1968. After 
graduation, Barb went to beauty school in Salina, Kansas, and this was 
also where she met the love of her life, Larry.Barb 
and Larry were united in marriage on July 2, 1971 in Plainville, Kansas,&nbsp; and were inseparable for the next 52 years. They were blessed with three
 children; a boy, Travis, who died 5 days after birth, and two 
daughters, Jenny and Jaymme. Barb was a secretary for many years for her
 husbands welding service as well as her parents oil business, Kenny 
Brown Enterprises. Later on, she worked as a receptionist and was known 
as "the voice" of Dessin Fournir.Barb was a beautiful 
and sweet soul and a woman of faith. Her family was her pride and joy 
and everything she did revolved around them. Whether it was playing 
cards with them, making food for them, or traveling for her grandkids’ 
sporting events every weekend. She was the best wife, Mama, Grandma, 
teacher, and biggest supporter of all. Barb loved to be outdoors and 
spent many years outside planting flowers and going fishing. She was an 
excellent fisherwoman, even known to out-fish Larry. Barb also had a 
knack for crafting, making wreaths, and crocheting blankets to name just
 a few more things that she loved and truly did well.Barb
 is survived by her husband, Larry of Plainville; daughters, Jennifer 
Lynne Plante, Plainville, Jaymme Marie (Grant) Arnold, McPherson; Five 
grandchildren; Chelsey West, Hays, Taylor Meitler, Bonner Springs, Jared
 Plante (Marissa Befort), Plainville, Justin Plante (Emma Humphrey), 
Plainville, Dawson Arnold, Manhattan. Three brothers; Kenny (Rhonda) 
Brown Jr., Zurich, Blaine (Amy) Brown, Plainville, Shayne (Tierra) 
Brown, Plainville; Sister-in-law, Paula Brown, St. Paul, MN; and 
Brother-in-law Steve Ruder, Hays.She is preceded in 
death by her parents, infant son Travis William West, sister Linda 
Ruder, brother Greg Brown, niece and nephews, Leslie Brown, Bo Brown and
 Andrew “Andy” BrownA Memorial service will be held 
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the United Methodist Church 1002 
Madison Street in Plainville. Inurnment will follow at the Plainville 
Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, April 24th, from 4:00 – 8:00 
p.m. with the family present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home in Plainville.Memorials are suggested to 
the Rooks County Health Center and Dreiling Schmidt Cancer Center and 
may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd Plainville, KS 
67663.

Barbara 'Barb' Ellen West

Donald E. “Velvet” Deines was born July 26, 1936, in Hays, Kansas to Adam and Miriam Deines. “Velvet” passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 20th, 2023 at the age of 86 years. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church south of WaKeeney, KS. He spent his formative years helping on the family farm. He graduated from Trego Community High School in 1955. He served his country in the US Army from 1955 to 1957. He married Marjorie Coleman on October 24, 1959. They moved to Beatrice, NE in 1964. 

“Velvet” was a grocer and former owner of Grant Street Grocery.  Following the sale of Grant Street, he was employed by Beatrice Super Market, Encore MFG and Deines Pharmacy. “Velvet” was a people lover, a fun lover and loved to be around his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids.  He especially loved spending time at the family home at Lake of the Ozarks.  

He is survived by his wife Marjorie; his sons, Mitch (Colleen) Deines of Beatrice, NE; Scott (Geri Ann) Deines of Fremont, NE and his daughter Jill (Kelly) Hedlund of Hays, KS.;  Grandchildren: Jonathan (Danielle) Deines, Beatrice, NE; Jessica (Devon) Wegner, Lincoln, NE; Benjamin (Natalie) Deines, Bennington, NE; Blake Deines, Lincoln, NE and Conner Deines, Lincoln, NE; Kelsey (Jared) Wasinger, Manhattan, KS and Kyle (Marina) Hedlund, Gretna, NE.; Great Grandchildren: Mia, Leo, Collins, Merritt, Dallas, Reid, Larson, Scarlett, Jetson, Jaxton &amp; Kinsley; sisters, Rosetta Jamison, Russell, KS; Gladys Feist, Great Bend, KS; Sister-in-Law, Nancy Tomanek, WaKeeney, KS as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Everett &amp; Eva Coleman, his brother and sister-in-law LaVerne (Deacon) &amp; Delores Deines, Nephew Randy Deines, Sister in Law and Brother in Law, Bill &amp; Betty Norton, Brother in Laws, Duane Jamison, “Wild Bill” Feist and Gary Tomanek.

A celebration of “Velvet’s” life will be held at Cornerstone Lutheran Church in Beatrice at 10AM on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, with Reverend Dan Cloeter and Reverend Doyle Karst officiating.  The service may also be viewed at www.ghchapel.com. Burial with military honors by Nebraska Army National Guard and the Legion Riders will follow at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice. The body will lie in state Monday from 11:00-8:00 at the Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice with the family greeting friends from 6-7:30, and in state at the church on Tuesday one hour preceding the service. A family prayer service will be held at 9:45 AM Tuesday at the church. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Cornerstone Lutheran Church and Cottonwood Hospice with the funeral home and Gene and Patty Lauritsen in charge. Additional service details, including any livestreams, video tributes, or memories may be found at www.ghchapel.com.

These services have been entrusted to the Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice. 

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 </figure>Donald E. “Velvet” Deines was born July 26, 1936, in Hays, Kansas to Adam and Miriam Deines. “Velvet” passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 20th, 2023 at the age of 86 years. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church south of WaKeeney, KS. He spent his formative years helping on the family farm. He graduated from Trego Community High School in 1955. He served his country in the US Army from 1955 to 1957. He married Marjorie Coleman on October 24, 1959. They moved to Beatrice, NE in 1964. “Velvet” was a grocer and former owner of Grant Street Grocery. Following the sale of Grant Street, he was employed by Beatrice Super Market, Encore MFG and Deines Pharmacy. “Velvet” was a people lover, a fun lover and loved to be around his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. He especially loved spending time at the family home at Lake of the Ozarks. He is survived by his wife Marjorie; his sons, Mitch (Colleen) Deines of Beatrice, NE; Scott (Geri Ann) Deines of Fremont, NE and his daughter Jill (Kelly) Hedlund of Hays, KS.; Grandchildren: Jonathan (Danielle) Deines, Beatrice, NE; Jessica (Devon) Wegner, Lincoln, NE; Benjamin (Natalie) Deines, Bennington, NE; Blake Deines, Lincoln, NE and Conner Deines, Lincoln, NE; Kelsey (Jared) Wasinger, Manhattan, KS and Kyle (Marina) Hedlund, Gretna, NE.; Great Grandchildren: Mia, Leo, Collins, Merritt, Dallas, Reid, Larson, Scarlett, Jetson, Jaxton &amp; Kinsley; sisters, Rosetta Jamison, Russell, KS; Gladys Feist, Great Bend, KS; Sister-in-Law, Nancy Tomanek, WaKeeney, KS as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Everett &amp; Eva Coleman, his brother and sister-in-law LaVerne (Deacon) &amp; Delores Deines, Nephew Randy Deines, Sister in Law and Brother in Law, Bill &amp; Betty Norton, Brother in Laws, Duane Jamison, “Wild Bill” Feist and Gary Tomanek.A celebration of “Velvet’s” life will be held at Cornerstone Lutheran Church in Beatrice at 10AM on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, with Reverend Dan Cloeter and Reverend Doyle Karst officiating. The service may also be viewed at www.ghchapel.com. Burial with military honors by Nebraska Army National Guard and the Legion Riders will follow at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice. The body will lie in state Monday from 11:00-8:00 at the Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice with the family greeting friends from 6-7:30, and in state at the church on Tuesday one hour preceding the service. A family prayer service will be held at 9:45 AM Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Cornerstone Lutheran Church and Cottonwood Hospice with the funeral home and Gene and Patty Lauritsen in charge. Additional service details, including any livestreams, video tributes, or memories may be found at www.ghchapel.com.These services have been entrusted to the Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel in Beatrice.

Donald E. 'Velvet' Deines

Lawrence W. Ehrlich, 96, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, April
 19, 2023, at the Wheatland Nursing Home in Russell, Kansas.

Lawrence was born on July 17, 1926, in Russell, Kansas, the son of 
Gotfred and Ida C. (Strecker) Ehrlich.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and 
attended Russell schools. He joined the United States Army during the 
Korean war and was inducted in October 1944.&nbsp; 

After serving his country,
 he met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Victoria B. 
Michaelis on November 16, 1947, in Russell, Kansas, at the St. John 
Lutheran Church.&nbsp; From this union Lawrence and Victoria were blessed 
with two sons Tim and Thomas.&nbsp; 

He worked as a salesman for Shannon’s 
appliance for 20 years and also worked for the city and county of 
Russell.&nbsp; He was a longtime member of the St. John Lutheran Church in 
Russell.&nbsp; He was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #624 and the 
Russell American Legion Post #99.&nbsp; He loved dancing polka with his wife 
and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

Surviving family include his two sons Tim R. Ehrlich of Clearwater, 
Kansas and Thomas J. Ehrlich of Hutchinson, Kansas; 2 grandchildren and 3
 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Victoria on September 22, 2005, and his brother Alvin Ehrlich.

A private burial has taken place at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Lawrence W. Ehrlich, 96, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, April
 19, 2023, at the Wheatland Nursing Home in Russell, Kansas.Lawrence was born on July 17, 1926, in Russell, Kansas, the son of 
Gotfred and Ida C. (Strecker) Ehrlich.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and 
attended Russell schools. He joined the United States Army during the 
Korean war and was inducted in October 1944.&nbsp; After serving his country,
 he met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Victoria B. 
Michaelis on November 16, 1947, in Russell, Kansas, at the St. John 
Lutheran Church.&nbsp; From this union Lawrence and Victoria were blessed 
with two sons Tim and Thomas.&nbsp; He worked as a salesman for Shannon’s 
appliance for 20 years and also worked for the city and county of 
Russell.&nbsp; He was a longtime member of the St. John Lutheran Church in 
Russell.&nbsp; He was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #624 and the 
Russell American Legion Post #99.&nbsp; He loved dancing polka with his wife 
and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.Surviving family include his two sons Tim R. Ehrlich of Clearwater, 
Kansas and Thomas J. Ehrlich of Hutchinson, Kansas; 2 grandchildren and 3
 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Victoria on September 22, 2005, and his brother Alvin Ehrlich.A private burial has taken place at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

Lawrence W. Ehrlich

Earl Ray “Benny” Benedick, Plainville, KS, passed away on April 
19, 2023, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, at the age of
 72. He was born on July 21, 1950, to Earl P. and Emma I. (Hrabe) 
Benedick at the Harwood Home in Stockton, KS. He married Janice K. 
Schmidt on March 14, 1970, in Plainville. They were blessed with four 
children: Phillip, Lori, Wayne and Andrew.

Benny grew 
up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School with the 
Class of 1968. He began working at a young age and as an adult worked at
 Dugan Oil, Schulte Mobile Homes, Northwestern Supply, JB Oil Company, 
and he worked with his father-in-law for several years after purchasing 
the business he owned and operated for over 40 years, Bennie’s Tank 
Service. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Plainville Rescue 
Squad, and Plainville Fire Department.

Benny enjoyed 
gardening, fishing, golfing, coffee with the guys at Short Stop, running
 the football scoreboard, and square dancing. But mostly, he loved 
spending time with his family and friends. While he was a hard worker, 
he also knew how to enjoy life along the way. We all have so many 
memories, stories, and wonderful times with him. Those are the things 
that we will cherish forever.

Benny is survived by his 
wife, Janice of the home; children: Phillip (Francie) Benedick, 
Plainville, Lori Benedick (Casey Lee Sharp), Natoma, Wayne Benedick 
(Misty Record), Plainville, and Andrew Benedick (Stacy Beiker), 
Plainville; 21 grandkids: Aaron, Caleb (Naomi), Kelsey (Byron Bittel) 
and Kristen Wyatt (Brandon St. Clair), Dalton Benedick, Darion (Tanner 
Mitchell), Ethan (Hannah Rempe), Jillian and Boden Podrybau, Starzyn 
Sharp, Mercedes, Keelea (Taylor Spears), Levi Paul, Dodge and Phoenix 
Benedick, Taryn and Avryn Beiker; and 11 great-grandkids: Kaytlynn 
Butler, Rowen, Brevyn, Haezin, Sarah and Riven Wyatt, Khloe Tweedy, 
Braylon and Chasey Bittel, Kelsie St. Clair and Weston Mitchell.

He is preceded in death by his parents, infant brother, and grandson Acetin Benedick.

A
 Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023, at 
10:30 AM, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Burial will
 follow at the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday,
 2-4:30 PM at the funeral home, and 6-8PM at the church with a Vigil and
 Rosary Service at 7PM.

Memorials are suggested to 
Sacred Heart School, Plainville Fire Dept., or Masses and may be sent to
 Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

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 </figure>Earl Ray “Benny” Benedick, Plainville, KS, passed away on April 
19, 2023, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, at the age of
 72. He was born on July 21, 1950, to Earl P. and Emma I. (Hrabe) 
Benedick at the Harwood Home in Stockton, KS. He married Janice K. 
Schmidt on March 14, 1970, in Plainville. They were blessed with four 
children: Phillip, Lori, Wayne and Andrew.Benny grew 
up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School with the 
Class of 1968. He began working at a young age and as an adult worked at
 Dugan Oil, Schulte Mobile Homes, Northwestern Supply, JB Oil Company, 
and he worked with his father-in-law for several years after purchasing 
the business he owned and operated for over 40 years, Bennie’s Tank 
Service. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Plainville Rescue 
Squad, and Plainville Fire Department.Benny enjoyed 
gardening, fishing, golfing, coffee with the guys at Short Stop, running
 the football scoreboard, and square dancing. But mostly, he loved 
spending time with his family and friends. While he was a hard worker, 
he also knew how to enjoy life along the way. We all have so many 
memories, stories, and wonderful times with him. Those are the things 
that we will cherish forever.Benny is survived by his 
wife, Janice of the home; children: Phillip (Francie) Benedick, 
Plainville, Lori Benedick (Casey Lee Sharp), Natoma, Wayne Benedick 
(Misty Record), Plainville, and Andrew Benedick (Stacy Beiker), 
Plainville; 21 grandkids: Aaron, Caleb (Naomi), Kelsey (Byron Bittel) 
and Kristen Wyatt (Brandon St. Clair), Dalton Benedick, Darion (Tanner 
Mitchell), Ethan (Hannah Rempe), Jillian and Boden Podrybau, Starzyn 
Sharp, Mercedes, Keelea (Taylor Spears), Levi Paul, Dodge and Phoenix 
Benedick, Taryn and Avryn Beiker; and 11 great-grandkids: Kaytlynn 
Butler, Rowen, Brevyn, Haezin, Sarah and Riven Wyatt, Khloe Tweedy, 
Braylon and Chasey Bittel, Kelsie St. Clair and Weston Mitchell.He is preceded in death by his parents, infant brother, and grandson Acetin Benedick.A
 Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023, at 
10:30 AM, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Burial will
 follow at the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday,
 2-4:30 PM at the funeral home, and 6-8PM at the church with a Vigil and
 Rosary Service at 7PM.Memorials are suggested to 
Sacred Heart School, Plainville Fire Dept., or Masses and may be sent to
 Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

Earl Ray 'Benny' Benedick

April 11, 2023 marked the passing of (Shirley) LaVerne Graham.&nbsp; Eldo Graham, her husband of nearly 70 years had passed away the previous year on February 10, 2022.&nbsp; Theirs was a story of love, family &amp; friends.

LaVerne was born July 7, 1931, to Vadis &amp; Lyndell Thomas.&nbsp; She had four sisters; Patricia, Mary Lou, Elouise &amp; Linda.&nbsp; LaVerne grew up on a farm north of Long Island, KS.&nbsp; All of the children worked together with both household &amp; farm chores.&nbsp; At six, LaVerne started school in a one room schoolhouse &amp; later finished school in Long Island.

Eldo was born July 22, 1929, to Elsie &amp; Forest Graham.&nbsp; He had two brothers &amp; two sisters; Darrel, Dolores, Eudora &amp; Leo.&nbsp; Eldo grew up on a farm west of Long Island, KS.&nbsp; As he helped with the farm, he became quite adept at figuring out how to fix most anything.&nbsp; Eldo finished school in Long Island.

Their first date was to the circus &amp; from there, they eventually married.&nbsp; They “tied the knot” on May 3, 1950.&nbsp; They had four children; Patricia, Timothy, Kent &amp; Greg.&nbsp; They were never rich, but were hardworking &amp; frugal.&nbsp; There was always a garden, a well-kept home &amp; yard, &amp; a reliable car.&nbsp; Eldo
 worked long hours operating a gas station for many years while LaVerne 
cooked, cleaned, preserved fruits &amp; vegetables &amp; took care of 
the children, often making &amp; repairing clothes.&nbsp; Later, they bought the grocery store in Almena, KS where they moved in the early 1980s &amp; lived for over 40 years.

They loved each other, their families, their friends &amp; their communities.&nbsp; Eldo was known for his BIG hugs &amp; the Tootsie Rolls he kept in his pocket.&nbsp; LaVerne was known for her wonderful cooking &amp; quiet humor.&nbsp; They will be missed.

Eldo &amp; LaVerne had four children, 12 grandchildren &amp; 19 great grandchildren.

There will be a graveside service for both on Saturday, April 29th, at 10:30 a.m. in the Long Island Cemetery with Pastor Ron Martin officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to either St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Shriner’s Hospitals.

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 </figure>April 11, 2023 marked the passing of (Shirley) LaVerne Graham.&nbsp; Eldo Graham, her husband of nearly 70 years had passed away the previous year on February 10, 2022.&nbsp; Theirs was a story of love, family &amp; friends.LaVerne was born July 7, 1931, to Vadis &amp; Lyndell Thomas.&nbsp; She had four sisters; Patricia, Mary Lou, Elouise &amp; Linda.&nbsp; LaVerne grew up on a farm north of Long Island, KS.&nbsp; All of the children worked together with both household &amp; farm chores.&nbsp; At six, LaVerne started school in a one room schoolhouse &amp; later finished school in Long Island.Eldo was born July 22, 1929, to Elsie &amp; Forest Graham.&nbsp; He had two brothers &amp; two sisters; Darrel, Dolores, Eudora &amp; Leo.&nbsp; Eldo grew up on a farm west of Long Island, KS.&nbsp; As he helped with the farm, he became quite adept at figuring out how to fix most anything.&nbsp; Eldo finished school in Long Island.Their first date was to the circus &amp; from there, they eventually married.&nbsp; They “tied the knot” on May 3, 1950.&nbsp; They had four children; Patricia, Timothy, Kent &amp; Greg.&nbsp; They were never rich, but were hardworking &amp; frugal.&nbsp; There was always a garden, a well-kept home &amp; yard, &amp; a reliable car.&nbsp; Eldo
 worked long hours operating a gas station for many years while LaVerne 
cooked, cleaned, preserved fruits &amp; vegetables &amp; took care of 
the children, often making &amp; repairing clothes.&nbsp; Later, they bought the grocery store in Almena, KS where they moved in the early 1980s &amp; lived for over 40 years.They loved each other, their families, their friends &amp; their communities.&nbsp; Eldo was known for his BIG hugs &amp; the Tootsie Rolls he kept in his pocket.&nbsp; LaVerne was known for her wonderful cooking &amp; quiet humor.&nbsp; They will be missed.Eldo &amp; LaVerne had four children, 12 grandchildren &amp; 19 great grandchildren.There will be a graveside service for both on Saturday, April 29th, at 10:30 a.m. in the Long Island Cemetery with Pastor Ron Martin officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to either St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Shriner’s Hospitals.

Eldo & LaVerne Graham

John Steven “Steve” Petersen Jr., 77, passed away Tuesday, April 18,
 2023, in Hays, KS. He was born July 8, 1945, in Salina, KS to John 
Petersen Sr. and Virginia (Jorgensen) Petersen. Steve married Vicki 
Nelson in WaKeeney, KS on March 30, 1967. He retired as a heavy 
equipment operator for KDOT.

Steve is survived by his wife, Vicki Petersen of Lincoln, KS; son, 
Sean Petersen (Shawn) of Ellsworth, KS; sisters, Carla Petersen of Port 
Charlotte, FL and Wenny Plunkett of Salina, KS; step-grandchildren, 
Mitch Wolf (Tyler) of Kansas City, MO, Cheyenne Hellebust (Kaden) of 
Fairview, TX, Savannah Hellebust of Ellsworth, and Nash Hellebust of 
Ellsworth; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; brother-in-law, 
Richard Nelson (Karen) of Lucas, KS; and sister-in-law, Jan Leach (Tim) 
of Topeka, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and 
brother-in-law, Dennis Nelson.

As most of you know Steve was an avid hunter and fisherman.&nbsp;He 
thoroughly enjoyed his and his family and friends’ time spent at Wilson 
Lake. He would often teach countless kids how to waterski after a 
morning spent fishing.&nbsp;He was always there for anyone who needed help 
and would give the shirt off his back or lend a hand to any task 
necessary.

As one friend put it… “All I can say is if you knew him he will be 
missed. And if you didn’t know him, you have no idea what you missed.”&nbsp;

Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Sunday, April 23, 2023, at Parsons Funeral Home – Hall Chapel, Lincoln.

Funeral service: 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 24, 2023, at Parsons 
Funeral Home – Hall Chapel with burial following at Lincoln Cemetery.

&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to the Steve Petersen Memorial, c/o, Hall Chapel, PO Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.

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 </figure>John Steven “Steve” Petersen Jr., 77, passed away Tuesday, April 18,
 2023, in Hays, KS. He was born July 8, 1945, in Salina, KS to John 
Petersen Sr. and Virginia (Jorgensen) Petersen. Steve married Vicki 
Nelson in WaKeeney, KS on March 30, 1967. He retired as a heavy 
equipment operator for KDOT.Steve is survived by his wife, Vicki Petersen of Lincoln, KS; son, 
Sean Petersen (Shawn) of Ellsworth, KS; sisters, Carla Petersen of Port 
Charlotte, FL and Wenny Plunkett of Salina, KS; step-grandchildren, 
Mitch Wolf (Tyler) of Kansas City, MO, Cheyenne Hellebust (Kaden) of 
Fairview, TX, Savannah Hellebust of Ellsworth, and Nash Hellebust of 
Ellsworth; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; brother-in-law, 
Richard Nelson (Karen) of Lucas, KS; and sister-in-law, Jan Leach (Tim) 
of Topeka, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and 
brother-in-law, Dennis Nelson.As most of you know Steve was an avid hunter and fisherman.&nbsp;He 
thoroughly enjoyed his and his family and friends’ time spent at Wilson 
Lake. He would often teach countless kids how to waterski after a 
morning spent fishing.&nbsp;He was always there for anyone who needed help 
and would give the shirt off his back or lend a hand to any task 
necessary.As one friend put it… “All I can say is if you knew him he will be 
missed. And if you didn’t know him, you have no idea what you missed.”&nbsp;Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Sunday, April 23, 2023, at Parsons Funeral Home – Hall Chapel, Lincoln.Funeral service: 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 24, 2023, at Parsons 
Funeral Home – Hall Chapel with burial following at Lincoln Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to the Steve Petersen Memorial, c/o, Hall Chapel, PO Box 37, Lincoln, KS 67455.

John Steven 'Steve' Petersen Jr.

Betty Ann Byers, 89, passed away on April 19, 2023, at Azria Health 
Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. She was born on June 1, 1933, in Sayre, 
Okla., to Sanders and Wynona (Jackson) Titsworth. On September 11, 1953,
 she married Ray Lee Byers in Clayton, N.M. He passed on April 29, 1998.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Betty worked as a cook, most 
recently, for American Legion Argonne Post 180, previously working for 
Shaney’s, Ralph Wallace and V.F.W. Post #3111. She was of the Christian 
faith and was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary and American Legion 
Auxiliary. Betty enjoyed cooking and cake decorating, crafts, silk 
flower arranging and was a voracious reader.&nbsp; She will also be 
remembered for the love she had for her Boxers.

Survivors include a son, Steven (Karma) Byers of Great Bend, Kan.; 
two daughters, Tresa (Ken) Mayfield of Bennington, Kan. and Lee Ann 
Byers (Bert Esfeld) of Great Bend, Kan.; four grandchildren, Ray Byers, 
Jessica (Spencer) Unruh, Charles (Alexandra) Mayfield, Jamie (Bryant) 
Lovin; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Janell Fisher of Branson,
 Mo.; and, Sandra Schneweis of Beaver, Kan. She is preceded in death by 
her husband; a grandson, Ryan Byers; her parents; two brothers, W.C. and
 Vernon Titsworth; two sisters, Clara Titsworth and Virgina Fuqua; and a
 half sister, Laquita Borg.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, at Great Bend
 Cemetery with Pastor Adam Wutka presiding. Memorials have been 
designated to Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Betty Ann Byers, 89, passed away on April 19, 2023, at Azria Health 
Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. She was born on June 1, 1933, in Sayre, 
Okla., to Sanders and Wynona (Jackson) Titsworth. On September 11, 1953,
 she married Ray Lee Byers in Clayton, N.M. He passed on April 29, 1998.A longtime Great Bend resident, Betty worked as a cook, most 
recently, for American Legion Argonne Post 180, previously working for 
Shaney’s, Ralph Wallace and V.F.W. Post #3111. She was of the Christian 
faith and was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary and American Legion 
Auxiliary. Betty enjoyed cooking and cake decorating, crafts, silk 
flower arranging and was a voracious reader.&nbsp; She will also be 
remembered for the love she had for her Boxers.Survivors include a son, Steven (Karma) Byers of Great Bend, Kan.; 
two daughters, Tresa (Ken) Mayfield of Bennington, Kan. and Lee Ann 
Byers (Bert Esfeld) of Great Bend, Kan.; four grandchildren, Ray Byers, 
Jessica (Spencer) Unruh, Charles (Alexandra) Mayfield, Jamie (Bryant) 
Lovin; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Janell Fisher of Branson,
 Mo.; and, Sandra Schneweis of Beaver, Kan. She is preceded in death by 
her husband; a grandson, Ryan Byers; her parents; two brothers, W.C. and
 Vernon Titsworth; two sisters, Clara Titsworth and Virgina Fuqua; and a
 half sister, Laquita Borg.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, at Great Bend
 Cemetery with Pastor Adam Wutka presiding. Memorials have been 
designated to Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Betty Ann Byers

Connie Christine Wharton, 71, of Clay Center, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at her residence.

She was born on November 4, 1951, in La Crosse the daughter of Harold Dean and Mary Jane (Johnson) Dalton.

On June 6, 1971, in Bison, she married Lyle Douglas Wharton.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Connie worked as a bookkeeper in accounting for department and 
hardware stores.&nbsp; She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Clay 
Center and Job’s Daughters International.&nbsp; She was an avid sewer and 
reader and enjoyed traveling.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her 
grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Staci 
Smith of Houston, Texas and Stephanie Lagerman and husband Todd of 
Riley; two grandchildren, Lily and Logan Lagerman of Riley; two 
brothers, Jerry Dalton and wife Rhonda of Wichita and Robert Dalton and 
wife Mary of Bison, and one sister, Lonnie Call of Arlington.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Terry Dalton and Jimmy Dalton, and one sister, Norma Giesick.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023,&nbsp; at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson 
officiating.

Memorials may be made to HIKE (Hearing Improvement Kids Endowment 
Fund) and St. Jude Children's Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in 
care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Connie Christine Wharton, 71, of Clay Center, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at her residence.She was born on November 4, 1951, in La Crosse the daughter of Harold Dean and Mary Jane (Johnson) Dalton.On June 6, 1971, in Bison, she married Lyle Douglas Wharton.&nbsp; He survives of the home.Connie worked as a bookkeeper in accounting for department and 
hardware stores.&nbsp; She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Clay 
Center and Job’s Daughters International.&nbsp; She was an avid sewer and 
reader and enjoyed traveling.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her 
grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Staci 
Smith of Houston, Texas and Stephanie Lagerman and husband Todd of 
Riley; two grandchildren, Lily and Logan Lagerman of Riley; two 
brothers, Jerry Dalton and wife Rhonda of Wichita and Robert Dalton and 
wife Mary of Bison, and one sister, Lonnie Call of Arlington.She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Terry Dalton and Jimmy Dalton, and one sister, Norma Giesick.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023,&nbsp; at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson 
officiating.Memorials may be made to HIKE (Hearing Improvement Kids Endowment 
Fund) and St. Jude Children's Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in 
care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Connie Wharton

Judy Lynn Morgan, 77, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

Judy was born November 3, 1945, in Ellsworth, Kansas, the daughter of
 Everett and Alice (Galliart) Steinle.&nbsp; She was a resident of Rush 
County, Kansas, for 50-plus years.&nbsp; She was a 1963 graduate of Dighton High 
School, Dighton, Kansas, and graduated from Cosmetology School in Hays, 
Kansas, as a cosmetologist.

Judy owned and operated House of Beauty Salon, La Crosse, Kansas, for
 more than 50 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the First Lutheran Church, and
 a former member of the Lions Club, both of La Crosse, Kansas.

Judy loved attending as many of her grandchildren’s sporting events 
as she could.&nbsp; She had a passion for bowling, and enjoyed participating 
in the church bible study group.

She married Lonnie Morgan. To this union, two sons were born, Steven and Heath.&nbsp; Judy and Lonnie later divorced.

Survivors include:&nbsp; two sons, Steven Morgan (Jolene), La Crosse, 
Kansas, Heath Morgan (Michelle), La Crosse, Kansas; three grandchildren,
 Taylor Morgan (Zach Stejskal), Hunter Morgan, and Madison Morgan; two 
brothers, Jay Steinle (Kathy), Bullhead City, Arizona, Kent Borell 
(Carrie), Dighton, Kansas; and one sister, Kay Conrardy, Dodge City, 
Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her father, Everett Steinle; and her mother and step father, Alice and Gene Borell.

Visitation will be Sunday, April 23, 2023, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 
P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family 
receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Church visitation will be Monday, April 24, 2023, from 9:00 A.M. to 9:50 P.M. at the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Monday, April 24, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at the 
First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Phyllis Burdge 
officiating.

Interment will be Monday, April 24, 2023, at 1:30 P.M. in the Dorrance City Cemetery, Dorrance, Kansas.

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

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

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

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Judy Lynn Morgan, 77, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.Judy was born November 3, 1945, in Ellsworth, Kansas, the daughter of
 Everett and Alice (Galliart) Steinle.&nbsp; She was a resident of Rush 
County, Kansas, for 50-plus years.&nbsp; She was a 1963 graduate of Dighton High 
School, Dighton, Kansas, and graduated from Cosmetology School in Hays, 
Kansas, as a cosmetologist.Judy owned and operated House of Beauty Salon, La Crosse, Kansas, for
 more than 50 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the First Lutheran Church, and
 a former member of the Lions Club, both of La Crosse, Kansas.Judy loved attending as many of her grandchildren’s sporting events 
as she could.&nbsp; She had a passion for bowling, and enjoyed participating 
in the church bible study group.She married Lonnie Morgan. To this union, two sons were born, Steven and Heath.&nbsp; Judy and Lonnie later divorced.Survivors include:&nbsp; two sons, Steven Morgan (Jolene), La Crosse, 
Kansas, Heath Morgan (Michelle), La Crosse, Kansas; three grandchildren,
 Taylor Morgan (Zach Stejskal), Hunter Morgan, and Madison Morgan; two 
brothers, Jay Steinle (Kathy), Bullhead City, Arizona, Kent Borell 
(Carrie), Dighton, Kansas; and one sister, Kay Conrardy, Dodge City, 
Kansas.She was preceded in death by her father, Everett Steinle; and her mother and step father, Alice and Gene Borell.Visitation will be Sunday, April 23, 2023, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 
P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family 
receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.Church visitation will be Monday, April 24, 2023, from 9:00 A.M. to 9:50 P.M. at the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Monday, April 24, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. at the 
First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Phyllis Burdge 
officiating.Interment will be Monday, April 24, 2023, at 1:30 P.M. in the Dorrance City Cemetery, Dorrance, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the First Lutheran Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Judy Lynn Morgan

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, at Great Bend
 Cemetery with Pastor Adam Wutka presiding. 

Memorials have been 
designated to Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Betty Ann Byers, 89, passed away on April 19, 2023, at Azria Health 
Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. She was born on June 1, 1933, in Sayre, 
Okla., to Sanders and Wynona (Jackson) Titsworth. On September 11, 1953,
 she married Ray Lee Byers in Clayton, N.M. He passed on April 29, 1998.A longtime Great Bend resident, Betty worked as a cook, most 
recently, for American Legion Argonne Post 180, previously working for 
Shaney’s, Ralph Wallace and V.F.W. Post #3111. She was of the Christian 
faith and was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary and American Legion 
Auxiliary. Betty enjoyed cooking and cake decorating, crafts, silk 
flower arranging and was a voracious reader.&nbsp; She will also be 
remembered for the love she had for her Boxers.Survivors include a son, Steven (Karma) Byers of Great Bend, Kan.; 
two daughters, Tresa (Ken) Mayfield of Bennington, Kan. and Lee Ann 
Byers (Bert Esfeld) of Great Bend, Kan.; four grandchildren, Ray Byers, 
Jessica (Spencer) Unruh, Charles (Alexandra) Mayfield, Jamie (Bryant) 
Lovin; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Janell Fisher of Branson,
 Mo.; and, Sandra Schneweis of Beaver, Kan. She is preceded in death by 
her husband; a grandson, Ryan Byers; her parents; two brothers, W.C. and
 Vernon Titsworth; two sisters, Clara Titsworth and Virgina Fuqua; and a
 half sister, Laquita Borg.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, at Great Bend
 Cemetery with Pastor Adam Wutka presiding. Memorials have been 
designated to Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Kathleen Marjorie (Schnider) Gansel passed away April 17, 2023, in 
Hays, Kansas, at the age of 88. She was born at the family home in 
Cottonwood, Idaho, April 4, 1935, to Louis and Magdalene (Sattler) 
Schnider.  Growing up on a farm, she kept busy, along with her seven 
siblings, taking care of cattle, hogs, chickens and the garden.

Kathy
 attended Catholic schools through high school graduating from St. 
Gertrude’s Academy. She earned her teaching degree from Holy Names 
College in Spokane, Washington. While teaching in Spokane, Washington 
she met her love, Frank Solomon Gansel, who was stationed at Fairchild 
Air Force Base. Frank was actually on a date with Kathy’s sister when 
they met; but true love prevailed. They were married August 2, 1958, in 
Cottonwood, Idaho. In August of 1959, the couple moved to Hill City, 
Kansas where they began their family with Steve (1959), followed by Fran
 (1960), Chris (1961), Mary Lou (1963) and David (1964).

Kathy
 taught in the Hill City schools from 1969-1998. A devout Catholic, she 
was an active member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.  
She shared her talents as a musician, CCD teacher and parish council 
member. Kathy lived her faith in every aspect of her life. A rosary was 
never far from her at any time. In the summers, you could find the 
family traveling around to Little Britches Rodeos making friends that 
would last a lifetime. Kathy and Buddy were always staples at the 
Jayhawker Rodeo in Graham County, working many hours to support it. 
Music was also a great love of Kathy’s. She played piano in junior and 
senior high school with a local traveling dance band called “The 
Firehouse Five”. Her grandchildren loved to hear her play the piano and 
she taught several of them to play. Kathy and Buddy also loved to dance.

No
 one was a bigger supporter of her children, grandchildren and later, 
great grandchildren. If she couldn’t be at your school concert, sporting
 event, band gig or activity – you would receive numerous phone calls 
wanting to know all about it. This was still happening up until her 
death. While in the hospital in Hays, Dylan had prom. She was not 
content until she saw pictures from that dance.

Kathy
 and Buddy’s house was the perfect haven for coming home. Everyone has 
memories that will last forever. Kathy was a wonderful cook, and food 
was always plentiful. Two generations of children remember riding around
 the complex on four-wheelers, while Grandma sat in a lawn chair and 
sprayed them with the hose. Easter egg scavenger hunts were a treat 
every year with Kathy delighting in sending you inside, outside, and up 
trees to find the bounty. So many little hands spent time helping in the
 garden and sharing in the spoils. This home was shared by many; you 
didn’t have to be related by blood. Many friends shared in the love and 
generosity.&nbsp;Kathy loved to laugh, and April Fool’s was a favorite day. 
Chris and Buddy were often the ones being pranked. One time they rushed 
to a field where horses were said to be out. She also loved to remember 
birthdays and anniversaries and doubtfully there is a person in this 
church who did not receive a phone call on their special day.

She
 was preceded in death by her children: Fran, Mary Lou, David, and 
Joseph Michael; her parents; and her siblings: Harry, Doris and Larry. 


Kathy will be greatly missed by a family who loved her dearly: her 
husband Frank “Buddy” of the home; Two sons, Steve, wife Mary Rose and 
granddaughter Gabrielle of Franklin, Tennessee, and Chris, wife Marcy 
and grandson Dylan of Hill City; two granddaughters, Emily of Austin, 
Texas, and Megan, husband Colton, great grandchildren Jeremiah and Zella
 Rose Walker of Topeka, and grandson Ethan of Glenwood Springs, 
Colorado; son-in-law Bill McCollum of Houston, Texas; grandson Ben, 
fiancé Suziey, great grandchildren Evan and Maxim McCollum of London, 
England; granddaughter Angie McCollum of Portland, Oregon; grandsons, 
Barry, wife Hannah, great grandchildren Cadence, Hutch and Duke of Hill 
City, and Braden McCollum of Fort Collins, Colorado; and granddaughter 
Amary and R.J Ellis of Hill City; siblings: Betty Lou Gilchrist of 
Roseville, California, Marybelle Neary and husband Jake of LaPorte, 
Indiana, and Ronnie Schnider of Cottonwood, Idaho; along with many other
 family members and friends.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kathleen--Kathy-Marjorie-Gansel?obId=27736452#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Kathleen Marjorie (Schnider) Gansel passed away April 17, 2023, in 
Hays, Kansas, at the age of 88. She was born at the family home in 
Cottonwood, Idaho, April 4, 1935, to Louis and Magdalene (Sattler) 
Schnider. Growing up on a farm, she kept busy, along with her seven 
siblings, taking care of cattle, hogs, chickens and the garden.Kathy
 attended Catholic schools through high school graduating from St. 
Gertrude’s Academy. She earned her teaching degree from Holy Names 
College in Spokane, Washington. While teaching in Spokane, Washington 
she met her love, Frank Solomon Gansel, who was stationed at Fairchild 
Air Force Base. Frank was actually on a date with Kathy’s sister when 
they met; but true love prevailed. They were married August 2, 1958, in 
Cottonwood, Idaho. In August of 1959, the couple moved to Hill City, 
Kansas where they began their family with Steve (1959), followed by Fran
 (1960), Chris (1961), Mary Lou (1963) and David (1964).Kathy
 taught in the Hill City schools from 1969-1998. A devout Catholic, she 
was an active member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. 
She shared her talents as a musician, CCD teacher and parish council 
member. Kathy lived her faith in every aspect of her life. A rosary was 
never far from her at any time. In the summers, you could find the 
family traveling around to Little Britches Rodeos making friends that 
would last a lifetime. Kathy and Buddy were always staples at the 
Jayhawker Rodeo in Graham County, working many hours to support it. 
Music was also a great love of Kathy’s. She played piano in junior and 
senior high school with a local traveling dance band called “The 
Firehouse Five”. Her grandchildren loved to hear her play the piano and 
she taught several of them to play. Kathy and Buddy also loved to dance.No
 one was a bigger supporter of her children, grandchildren and later, 
great grandchildren. If she couldn’t be at your school concert, sporting
 event, band gig or activity – you would receive numerous phone calls 
wanting to know all about it. This was still happening up until her 
death. While in the hospital in Hays, Dylan had prom. She was not 
content until she saw pictures from that dance.Kathy
 and Buddy’s house was the perfect haven for coming home. Everyone has 
memories that will last forever. Kathy was a wonderful cook, and food 
was always plentiful. Two generations of children remember riding around
 the complex on four-wheelers, while Grandma sat in a lawn chair and 
sprayed them with the hose. Easter egg scavenger hunts were a treat 
every year with Kathy delighting in sending you inside, outside, and up 
trees to find the bounty. So many little hands spent time helping in the
 garden and sharing in the spoils. This home was shared by many; you 
didn’t have to be related by blood. Many friends shared in the love and 
generosity.&nbsp;Kathy loved to laugh, and April Fool’s was a favorite day. 
Chris and Buddy were often the ones being pranked. One time they rushed 
to a field where horses were said to be out. She also loved to remember 
birthdays and anniversaries and doubtfully there is a person in this 
church who did not receive a phone call on their special day.She
 was preceded in death by her children: Fran, Mary Lou, David, and 
Joseph Michael; her parents; and her siblings: Harry, Doris and Larry. 
Kathy will be greatly missed by a family who loved her dearly: her 
husband Frank “Buddy” of the home; Two sons, Steve, wife Mary Rose and 
granddaughter Gabrielle of Franklin, Tennessee, and Chris, wife Marcy 
and grandson Dylan of Hill City; two granddaughters, Emily of Austin, 
Texas, and Megan, husband Colton, great grandchildren Jeremiah and Zella
 Rose Walker of Topeka, and grandson Ethan of Glenwood Springs, 
Colorado; son-in-law Bill McCollum of Houston, Texas; grandson Ben, 
fiancé Suziey, great grandchildren Evan and Maxim McCollum of London, 
England; granddaughter Angie McCollum of Portland, Oregon; grandsons, 
Barry, wife Hannah, great grandchildren Cadence, Hutch and Duke of Hill 
City, and Braden McCollum of Fort Collins, Colorado; and granddaughter 
Amary and R.J Ellis of Hill City; siblings: Betty Lou Gilchrist of 
Roseville, California, Marybelle Neary and husband Jake of LaPorte, 
Indiana, and Ronnie Schnider of Cottonwood, Idaho; along with many other
 family members and friends.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kathleen--Kathy-Marjorie-Gansel?obId=27736452#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Kathleen 'Kathy' Marjorie Gansel

James Dean Brown, 89, of Beeler, Kansas, passed away on April 17, 
2023 at Shawnee Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center, Overland Park, 
Kansas. 

James, known by most as Jim, was born to George Mason and Carrie
 Etta (Smith) Brown on July 14, 1933, on the family farm in Alamota, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Dighton High School&nbsp; and enlisted in the 
Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He served as a paratrooper and completed 27
 jumps and had many adventures in Greece including a meeting with some 
suspicious farmers with pitchforks during one landing.&nbsp; He liked to 
travel but returned home to help on the farm.&nbsp; He worked on the railroad
 and retired from the Union Pacific as a foreman in&nbsp;1997.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He&nbsp;continued 
to farm, share jokes with friends and family on email, and explore 
herbal cures and natural remedies.&nbsp; He liked to stay abreast of 
technology and built several televisions.&nbsp; He enjoyed keeping up with 
the news on his computer, using Amazon Alexa and good food, particularly
 ice cream.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a&nbsp;quiet man, practical yet stubbornly optimist, who
 dared to dream impossible dreams. Jim marched to his own drum and 
loved&nbsp; the only way he knew how.&nbsp; He said 90% of success in life was 
just showing up and he made sure that he showed up for his family and 
friends.

Jim said that he was ready to move on to his other dimension and 
looked forward to being reunited with beloved daughter Jamie Dea who 
proceeded him in death in 1978. Jim was also predeceased by his parents,
 George and Carrie, his sisters Vera Whipple, Velma Stramel, Kitty 
Fisher, his brother William Brown and nephews Terry Brown and Dick 
Stramel.&nbsp;

Jim is survived by his daughter, Misty Brown Polo and Matteo 
Polo (Kansas City), son James G. Brown (Hutchinson), his step-daughter 
Lorrie Little (Salina) and step-son Marlin Portenier (Dodge 
City),&nbsp;granddaughters Annagrace and Giulietta and grandsons&nbsp;Damon, Jamon
 and Gianluca and 25 step grand and great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on April 21, 2023, at 
the Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, Kansas followed by burial in 
the Dighton Cemetery, Dighton, Kansas. 

In lieu of flowers, please 
consider making a donation to a hospice house in Jim's name or simply 
treating yourself to an ice cream in his honor.

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 </figure>James Dean Brown, 89, of Beeler, Kansas, passed away on April 17, 
2023 at Shawnee Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center, Overland Park, 
Kansas. James, known by most as Jim, was born to George Mason and Carrie
 Etta (Smith) Brown on July 14, 1933, on the family farm in Alamota, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Dighton High School&nbsp; and enlisted in the 
Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He served as a paratrooper and completed 27
 jumps and had many adventures in Greece including a meeting with some 
suspicious farmers with pitchforks during one landing.&nbsp; He liked to 
travel but returned home to help on the farm.&nbsp; He worked on the railroad
 and retired from the Union Pacific as a foreman in&nbsp;1997.&nbsp;&nbsp;He&nbsp;continued 
to farm, share jokes with friends and family on email, and explore 
herbal cures and natural remedies.&nbsp; He liked to stay abreast of 
technology and built several televisions.&nbsp; He enjoyed keeping up with 
the news on his computer, using Amazon Alexa and good food, particularly
 ice cream.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a&nbsp;quiet man, practical yet stubbornly optimist, who
 dared to dream impossible dreams. Jim marched to his own drum and 
loved&nbsp; the only way he knew how.&nbsp; He said 90% of success in life was 
just showing up and he made sure that he showed up for his family and 
friends.Jim said that he was ready to move on to his other dimension and 
looked forward to being reunited with beloved daughter Jamie Dea who 
proceeded him in death in 1978. Jim was also predeceased by his parents,
 George and Carrie, his sisters Vera Whipple, Velma Stramel, Kitty 
Fisher, his brother William Brown and nephews Terry Brown and Dick 
Stramel.&nbsp;Jim is survived by his daughter, Misty Brown Polo and Matteo 
Polo (Kansas City), son James G. Brown (Hutchinson), his step-daughter 
Lorrie Little (Salina) and step-son Marlin Portenier (Dodge 
City),&nbsp;granddaughters Annagrace and Giulietta and grandsons&nbsp;Damon, Jamon
 and Gianluca and 25 step grand and great grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on April 21, 2023, at 
the Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City, Kansas followed by burial in 
the Dighton Cemetery, Dighton, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, please 
consider making a donation to a hospice house in Jim's name or simply 
treating yourself to an ice cream in his honor.

James Dean Brown

Lifelong Sherman County resident and beloved mother and friend, Nancy
 Jane Rudy, passed away due to a brief illness on November 19, 2022, at 
St. Anthony’s Hospital in Denver, CO.

On October 13, 1937, Nancy was born to the union of Carl Hugh 
Errington and Nellie Ball Errington at Boothroy Memorial Hospital in 
Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp; Nancy was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s 
Episcopal Church.&nbsp; Life began for Nancy growing up on the Bar E Ranch in
 Sherman County.&nbsp; She attended Ruleton Elementary and graduated from 
Sherman Community High School in 1955.&nbsp; She furthered her education in 
business and accounting at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; After college, 
Nancy attended Hollywood Beauty College in Denver, Colorado, pursuing a 
career in cosmetology.

During her adolescent years, putting aside her usual farm and school 
activities, Nancy was a member of the Harmony Hustlers 4-H Club for 
eleven years.&nbsp; She held club officer positions and received many 
achievement awards at county and state levels.&nbsp; Nancy had an eye for 
selecting a grand champion steer from her father’s Polled Hereford cow 
herd, the most memorable was her steer named Butch.&nbsp; She continued her 
interest in 4-H later, as a leader for the Ruleton Eager Beavers.&nbsp; Nancy
 was also an all-around athlete and learned to play softball at an early
 age.&nbsp; She played throughout high school and played with the Fort Hays 
State girls traveling team where she was also known for throwing a mean 
curve ball.

On January 19, 1963, Nancy was united in marriage to James Devere 
Rudy at the United Methodist Church in Brewster, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union,
 two daughters were born, Tracy Ann and Trina Jo.&nbsp; As a family, they 
enjoyed camping and fishing together.&nbsp; In the spring of 1981, James had 
passed away, leaving Nancy to rear their girls.&nbsp; She dedicated her life 
making sure they had stability, an education and a good work ethic.&nbsp; She
 demonstrated her work ethic throughout her career as a beautician.&nbsp; 
Nancy owned her own businesses in Atwood, Colby and Goodland, KS.&nbsp; As 
time went on, she worked as a beautician at Golden West Skills Center 
and at Good Samaritan Assisted Living, while she was a CNA.&nbsp; She had 
many other pursuits that included operating The Ole Ice Cream Parlor in 
Goodland and managing her farm until her passing.

Nancy was a member of Zonta International Women’s Club.&nbsp; She was 
listed along with her parents in the National Social Directory from 
1971-1975.&nbsp; Nancy enjoyed living in her home on the family farm.&nbsp; She 
gave to many charities and was always there to help a friend in need.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed traveling with her daughters, spending time with friends, 
keeping up with her granddaughter, and was a sports enthusiast, never 
missing a K-State or KU game.

Nancy is preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

She is survived by her daughters Tracy Rudy of Burlington, CO and 
Trina Rudy of Vancouver, WA, a granddaughter Samantha Jones of 
Burlington, CO and many other family members and friends.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Nancy-Rudy">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681917655732.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Lifelong Sherman County resident and beloved mother and friend, Nancy
 Jane Rudy, passed away due to a brief illness on November 19, 2022, at 
St. Anthony’s Hospital in Denver, CO.On October 13, 1937, Nancy was born to the union of Carl Hugh 
Errington and Nellie Ball Errington at Boothroy Memorial Hospital in 
Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp; Nancy was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s 
Episcopal Church.&nbsp; Life began for Nancy growing up on the Bar E Ranch in
 Sherman County.&nbsp; She attended Ruleton Elementary and graduated from 
Sherman Community High School in 1955.&nbsp; She furthered her education in 
business and accounting at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; After college, 
Nancy attended Hollywood Beauty College in Denver, Colorado, pursuing a 
career in cosmetology.During her adolescent years, putting aside her usual farm and school 
activities, Nancy was a member of the Harmony Hustlers 4-H Club for 
eleven years.&nbsp; She held club officer positions and received many 
achievement awards at county and state levels.&nbsp; Nancy had an eye for 
selecting a grand champion steer from her father’s Polled Hereford cow 
herd, the most memorable was her steer named Butch.&nbsp; She continued her 
interest in 4-H later, as a leader for the Ruleton Eager Beavers.&nbsp; Nancy
 was also an all-around athlete and learned to play softball at an early
 age.&nbsp; She played throughout high school and played with the Fort Hays 
State girls traveling team where she was also known for throwing a mean 
curve ball.On January 19, 1963, Nancy was united in marriage to James Devere 
Rudy at the United Methodist Church in Brewster, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union,
 two daughters were born, Tracy Ann and Trina Jo.&nbsp; As a family, they 
enjoyed camping and fishing together.&nbsp; In the spring of 1981, James had 
passed away, leaving Nancy to rear their girls.&nbsp; She dedicated her life 
making sure they had stability, an education and a good work ethic.&nbsp; She
 demonstrated her work ethic throughout her career as a beautician.&nbsp; 
Nancy owned her own businesses in Atwood, Colby and Goodland, KS.&nbsp; As 
time went on, she worked as a beautician at Golden West Skills Center 
and at Good Samaritan Assisted Living, while she was a CNA.&nbsp; She had 
many other pursuits that included operating The Ole Ice Cream Parlor in 
Goodland and managing her farm until her passing.Nancy was a member of Zonta International Women’s Club.&nbsp; She was 
listed along with her parents in the National Social Directory from 
1971-1975.&nbsp; Nancy enjoyed living in her home on the family farm.&nbsp; She 
gave to many charities and was always there to help a friend in need.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed traveling with her daughters, spending time with friends, 
keeping up with her granddaughter, and was a sports enthusiast, never 
missing a K-State or KU game.Nancy is preceded in death by her parents and her husband.She is survived by her daughters Tracy Rudy of Burlington, CO and 
Trina Rudy of Vancouver, WA, a granddaughter Samantha Jones of 
Burlington, CO and many other family members and friends.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Nancy-Rudy">HERE</a> for service details.

Nancy Jane Rudy

Flora Mae Weigel, 90, passed away on April 17, 2023, at Hays Medical 
Center, Hays, Kan. She was born on July 17, 1932, in Walker, Kan., to 
Anselm “Lefty” Braun and Anna Marie Braun. On July 17, 1954, she married
 Robert Leo Weigel in Walker, Kan. He passed on March 9, 2001.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Flora was a dedicated homemaker.
 She was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima, 
Altar Society and helped with the Adoration Chapel. Flora Mae enjoyed 
spending time with her family, especially watching her grandchildren’s 
activities.

Survivors include two sons, Robert “Bob” (Doris) Weigel of Great 
Bend, Kan. and Brian Weigel of Salina, Kan.; two daughters, Pam Hitz and
 Michelle (Eric) Moore, both of Great Bend, Kan.; five grandchildren, 
Tyler (Brooke) Weigel, Jocelyn Weigel (Zac), Jessica Walters, Esten 
Moore and Braylon Moore; and two great-grandchildren, Oren Talukdar and 
Bobby Troughton. She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a
 brother, Donald Braun; and two infant sisters, Darlene and Lorine 
Braun.

Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Friday, April 21, 
2023, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m., family receiving guests 
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and vigil service at 7:00 p.m., all at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 
a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023, at St. Rose of Lima Church with Father 
Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at St. Anne’s Cemetery in 
Walker, Kan. 

Memorials have been designated to the Holy Family Endowment
 Fund or the St. Anne’s Cemetery, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Flora Mae Weigel, 90, passed away on April 17, 2023, at Hays Medical 
Center, Hays, Kan. She was born on July 17, 1932, in Walker, Kan., to 
Anselm “Lefty” Braun and Anna Marie Braun. On July 17, 1954, she married
 Robert Leo Weigel in Walker, Kan. He passed on March 9, 2001.A longtime Great Bend resident, Flora was a dedicated homemaker.
 She was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima, 
Altar Society and helped with the Adoration Chapel. Flora Mae enjoyed 
spending time with her family, especially watching her grandchildren’s 
activities.Survivors include two sons, Robert “Bob” (Doris) Weigel of Great 
Bend, Kan. and Brian Weigel of Salina, Kan.; two daughters, Pam Hitz and
 Michelle (Eric) Moore, both of Great Bend, Kan.; five grandchildren, 
Tyler (Brooke) Weigel, Jocelyn Weigel (Zac), Jessica Walters, Esten 
Moore and Braylon Moore; and two great-grandchildren, Oren Talukdar and 
Bobby Troughton. She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a
 brother, Donald Braun; and two infant sisters, Darlene and Lorine 
Braun.Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Friday, April 21, 
2023, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m., family receiving guests 
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and vigil service at 7:00 p.m., all at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 
a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023, at St. Rose of Lima Church with Father 
Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at St. Anne’s Cemetery in 
Walker, Kan. Memorials have been designated to the Holy Family Endowment
 Fund or the St. Anne’s Cemetery, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Flora Mae Weigel

Bonnie L. Plummer, 97, of Colby, KS, passed into heaven April 17, 2023. 
Born on November 16, 1929, to Ora E. and Samantha (Bess) McKinley, she 
was the youngest of ten children. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and husband Marvin Plummer. 
Bonnie is survived by her children, Terry (Mandy) Plummer, Jan Plummer 
Hayek, Susan (David) Plummer Anderson and Marva Plummer-Burns; six 
grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and numerous nieces and 
nephews. 
The funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 
College Drive Assembly of God, Colby. The burial will take place in 
Beulah Cemetery, Colby.

Memorials may be made to Collage Drive Assembly 
of God and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences, visit baalmannmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Bonnie L. Plummer, 97, of Colby, KS, passed into heaven April 17, 2023. 
Born on November 16, 1929, to Ora E. and Samantha (Bess) McKinley, she 
was the youngest of ten children. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and husband Marvin Plummer. 
Bonnie is survived by her children, Terry (Mandy) Plummer, Jan Plummer 
Hayek, Susan (David) Plummer Anderson and Marva Plummer-Burns; six 
grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and numerous nieces and 
nephews. 
The funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 
College Drive Assembly of God, Colby. The burial will take place in 
Beulah Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to Collage Drive Assembly 
of God and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences, visit baalmannmortuary.com.

Bonnie L. Plummer

Eugene Cozad passed away Friday, February 17, 2023, at Kearney Regional Medical Center, Kearney, NE. Eugene
 was born on September 17, 1951, in Precept, NE, the son of Loyd Marlin 
and Fredna June (Wigant) Cozad.&nbsp; On April 21, 1973, he married Debbie D.
 (Shure) Cozad in Denver, CO.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on July 20, 
2019. He is survived by a 
son Ronnie Cozad; two daughters, Penelope (Mike) Mangiameli and Tina 
Cozad; four grandchildren and other family and friends. A
 graveside memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M., Friday, April 21,
 2023, at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given 
to the Eugene Cozad Memorial Fund and sent in care of All Faiths Funeral
 Chapel, 113 S.&nbsp; Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.

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 </figure>Eugene Cozad passed away Friday, February 17, 2023, at Kearney Regional Medical Center, Kearney, NE. Eugene
 was born on September 17, 1951, in Precept, NE, the son of Loyd Marlin 
and Fredna June (Wigant) Cozad.&nbsp; On April 21, 1973, he married Debbie D.
 (Shure) Cozad in Denver, CO.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on July 20, 
2019. He is survived by a 
son Ronnie Cozad; two daughters, Penelope (Mike) Mangiameli and Tina 
Cozad; four grandchildren and other family and friends. A
 graveside memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M., Friday, April 21,
 2023, at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given 
to the Eugene Cozad Memorial Fund and sent in care of All Faiths Funeral
 Chapel, 113 S.&nbsp; Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.

Eugene Cozad

Russell Duane Crothers, 41, passed away on April 15, 2023, at his 
home in Great Bend, Kan. He was born on September 28, 1981, in Canadian,
 Texas, to Duane and Shari (Ferguson) Crothers.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Russell most recently worked in maintenance at Redbarn Pet Products.

Survivors include his father of Great Bend, Kan.; a sister, Natalie 
Espinosa and her husband, Brandon, of St. Charles, Mo.; nephew and 
niece, Ethan and Maya Espinosa; grandmother, Shirley Crothers, of Geary,
 Okla.; and a biological son lovingly placed for adoption. 

He is 
preceded in death by his mother; paternal grandfather; and maternal 
grandparents.

There will be no visitation or services with cremation having taken place.

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 </figure>Russell Duane Crothers, 41, passed away on April 15, 2023, at his 
home in Great Bend, Kan. He was born on September 28, 1981, in Canadian,
 Texas, to Duane and Shari (Ferguson) Crothers.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Russell most recently worked in maintenance at Redbarn Pet Products.Survivors include his father of Great Bend, Kan.; a sister, Natalie 
Espinosa and her husband, Brandon, of St. Charles, Mo.; nephew and 
niece, Ethan and Maya Espinosa; grandmother, Shirley Crothers, of Geary,
 Okla.; and a biological son lovingly placed for adoption. He is 
preceded in death by his mother; paternal grandfather; and maternal 
grandparents.There will be no visitation or services with cremation having taken place.

Russell Duane Crothers

Carol Marie Beyer passed away April 16, 2023, in Hays, Kansas.

Carol was born May 24, 1941, to Rudolph and Mary (Rohr) Ruder in Hays, Kansas. She married Joseph Beyer on September 4, 1961. Through this union, they had one son and two daughters.

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 </figure>Carol Marie Beyer passed away April 16, 2023, in Hays, Kansas.Carol was born May 24, 1941, to Rudolph and Mary (Rohr) Ruder in Hays, Kansas. She married Joseph Beyer on September 4, 1961. Through this union, they had one son and two daughters.Carol graduated from Girls Catholic High School, was a lifelong member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, and was a member of the Daughters of Isabella.Carol had a long work history in the grocery business, starting at her parent’s grocery store, Ruder’s Grocery and Meat Lockers, and then at CO Mammels in the meat department. She then worked at St. Anthony Hospital in housekeeping until she retired. After a short illness, Carol moved into Cedarview/Homestead Assisted Living until she passed away.She loved playing Bingo, board games, and cards with her family and friends, especially when her husband, Joe, was alive. She also enjoyed traveling to the casinos and playing slots. Carol was also a fan of movies, particularly westerns, especially Clint Eastwood and John Wayne. She was also very fond of magazines, particularly ones with food and creative ideas. Carol especially enjoyed dining out with her sister Debbie and visiting her brother Rich and sister-in-law Sharon when they took her to appointments. She also spoke to her brother Kenneth (Jim) by phone often.Carol was very fond of having her hair and nails done and shopping. Carol loved going to the Volga German weddings and events as she lived in Hays her entire life; she was often joined by her siblings and their spouses, including her brother Gerald and sister-in-law Anita, before they passed away.&nbsp;Carol spoke to her children very frequently and always looked forward to their visits back to Hays. She was very happy that she was able to see her grandchildren and great-grandchildren arrive before she passed. Carol was happy and loved life.She is survived by her son, Robert (Cindy) Beyer; daughters Pam (Lance) Jones and Laurie (Dennis) Charbonneau, one brother, Richard (Sharon) Ruder and one sister, Deborah Weber; six grandchildren, Brandon (Alyssa) Charbonneau; Brett (Bri) Charbonneau and great granddaughter Ember; Ryan (Dani) Jones; Kalaya (Bonifacio) Hernandez and great grandson Ezra; Shane Beyer, and Ky Beyer; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers Kenneth (Mary Ellen) Ruder, and Gerald (Anita) Ruder.In lieu of flowers, donations will be determined by family at a later date.Services will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Keithley Funeral Homes~Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas, at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be at 10:00 AM until time of Service.Condolences may be shared on Carol’s tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

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