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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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<h2>Paul L. Oberle, Sr.</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr">https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr</a>July 28, 1932 - May 9, 2023Paul&nbsp;L. Oberle, Sr., died May 9, 2023, at Monarch Rehab Behavioral Health Unit, Cameron, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born July 28, 1932, on the family farm near Bushton, Kansas, the son of Anton and&amp; Lena (Feist) Oberle.On May 14, 1957, he married Ann Marie Wondra at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas. She preceded him in death on March 17, 2016.Paul was a longtime resident of Claflin. He worked for the city of Claflin for 26 years, retiring in August of 1994.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a member of the Claflin Fire Department and the ambulance service for 36 years, serving as fire chief and ambulance service founder. Other memberships include the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Joseph Council #1187 Knights of Columbus of Ellinwood, American Legion Post #0200 of Holyrood, and the Eagles Lodge of Great Bend. Paul served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957.After retirement Paul enjoyed woodworking and his morning trips to the coffee shop. He also enjoyed fishing and camping with his family and friends at Lake Wilson.Survivors include three children, Kathleen Miller (Tom) of Lenexa, Paul Oberle, Jr. (Terri) of Shawnee, and Karla Fimple (Bob) of Wichita; grandchildren Jessica (Nick) Gay, Ryan Miller, and Kristin Fimple; great-grandsons Trenton and Carson Gay.He was preceded in death by his wife Ann; parents; seven brothers, George, Joe, Tony, Oscar, Elmer, Victor, and Robert Oberle; and a sister, Agnes Hickey.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2023, at the funeral home. Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m., Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, with a vigil and Knights of Columbus rosary to begin at 7 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kansas, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or Claflin Ambulance Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Paul L. Oberle, Sr., please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/paul-oberle-sr/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Paul L. Oberle, Sr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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<h2>William 'Bill' Jacobs, Pfeifer</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/William-Bill-Jacobs?obId=27839766#/celebrationWall">https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituaries/William-Bill-Jacobs?obId=27839766#/celebrationWall</a>June 25, 1949 - April 29, 2023William Dean "Bill" Jacobs, age 73, of Pfeifer, Kansas passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023 at HaysMed.He was preceded in death by his parents William and Sophia (Graf) Jacobs as well as his brother Merle Patrick Jacobs.He is survived and missed by his sister Jane Silvia, brother Chesley (Adrienne) Jacobs, nieces Karen Silvia, Jamie Jacobs, and Lindsay Jacobs, nephews Dan Silvia and Tom Silvia, and many Volga German relatives across the state.Bill was born in Hays, Kansas in 1949 and graduated from Victoria High School in 1967. He went on to earn a bachelor of arts in sociology from Fort Hays State University in 1972. He owned and operated the Stonepost Buckles company and store in Hays where he enjoyed making many friends and selling western wear. He later became a driver for Quest Diagnostics and continued to manage the family farm raising Herefords and growing winter wheat. Bill appreciated life in the country caring for the dogs, cats, and cattle, as well as attracting and viewing wildlife, including songbirds, deer, and turkey.He liked playing softball, golfing, and traveling to Denver, Las Vegas, and Cheyenne. Bill was a sports fan and followed Kansas college and professional sports teams. He had a booth at the Kansas State Fair for many years where he sold custom belt buckles. Bill enjoyed meeting and visiting with people and made many friends across the state of Kansas.The family would like to thank the staff at the Hays Medical Center, HaysMed Hospice, University of Kansas Medical Center, and Via Christi Village for their care and support of Bill. A very special thanks to all neighbors and friends that provided assistance, support, and friendship to Bill and the family.Bill loved his friends and we would love for you to join us in celebrating his life as well as a lunch at the Hays VFW following.Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pfeifer, Kansas. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery.Memorial visitation will be 9 a.m. until service time at the church.Memorials may be made to holycrosscharities.org/donate/ or Holy Cross Charities, 1313 Steven Dr., Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.To send flowers to the family of William "Bill", please&nbsp;<a href="http://brocks-north-hill-chapel.tributestore.com/?oId=27839766&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1840110272.1682624439:GS1.1.1683046528.5.1.1683048121.3.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

William 'Bill' Jacobs

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

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

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

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

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

Dr. Darrell Calvin Phillips

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bruce J. Arnberger

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lambert Lee Schlyer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gary Meyer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Marjorie L. Nairn

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

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

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

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

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

<h2>Elvern Dean Borell</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/elvern-borell/5189002/index.php">https://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com/memorials/elvern-borell/5189002/index.php</a>&nbsp; DIGHTON - Elvern Dean Borell, 88, died on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton. He was born on September 3, 1934 at the family farm in Russell County the son of Edwin Alexander and Alta Vera (Wire) Borell. As an infant Elvern was baptized in the Lutheran faith at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wilson on October 14, 1934 by his uncle, Rev. William J. Lind. Carl and Minnie E. (Borell) Heinze were his baptismal sponsors. Elvern was confirmed in to the Lutheran faith on June 20, 1948 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dubuque. His conformation verse: “Love not the world, the love of the Father is not in him” (1 John 2:15). In 1949, Elvern transferred his church membership to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City and finally to Christ The King Lutheran Church in Dighton until its closure. Elvern’s education began at Crabtree Rural School in Russell County and then the family moved to Wilson for four years. In 1946 the family moved to Lane county and he graduated from Dighton Grade School in 1948 and Dighton High School in 1952. While growing up he enjoyed helping his dad on the family farm where he acquired his knowledge about farming and raising cattle while also being active in 4-H and enjoyed showing cattle at the Lane County Fair. In addition to farming and raising cattle for over 70 years, he took care of his father for 17 years. Family was important to him and he enjoyed giving each one a monetary gift in hopes of receiving a card in return that he could display. He was really proud of the plants he received from family and showing them off. He is survived by his sister Sharen (Brant) Hempler of Almena;&nbsp; nephews Von (Denise) Borell, Kent (Carrie) Borell, Tory (Melinda) Borell, all of Dighton, Mitchell (Shannan) Hempler of Norton, and Luke Hempler of Almena, and Lon’s wife Vicky Borell; nieces Sue Ann (Keith) Roberts of Orleans, Nebraska, Cindy Borell and Kay Conrady, both of Dodge City, and Janet (Douglas) Meili of Overland Park, Kansas; and sister-in-law Mary Lou Borell of Dighton; and great-nephews and nieces and great-great nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Gene (Alice) Borell, Ronald Borell and Loren (Ruth) Borell; and nephew Lon Ray Borell. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church in Dorrance with Brenda Rodger, PMA officiating. Burial will be in Hyde Park Cemetery in Russell County. Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church in care of Boomhower Funeral Home, Box 891,&nbsp; Dighton, KS 67839, 620-397-5792.Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com. A special thank you to Von Lee and Denise and family for taking care of Elvern since 2012.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elvern Dean Borell

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

He attended Hoxie Community Schools graduating in May 2022. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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<h2>Brandon Gage Baker, Hoxie</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Brandon-Gage-Baker?obId=27822831#/celebrationWall">https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Brandon-Gage-Baker?obId=27822831#/celebrationWall</a>February 23, 2004 - April 28, 2023Brandon Gage Baker, 19, of Hoxie, Kansas, unexpectantly passed away on April 28, 2023, at his house in Goodland, Kansas. Brandon was the youngest son of Kirk and Kelly (Allen) Baker and was born February 23, 2004, in Henderson, Texas. He attended Hoxie Community Schools graduating in May 2022. Brandon had attended Northwest Kansas Technical College in Goodland, Kansas last August taking the auto technology program. He loved tinkering with old cars or trucks and buying, selling, or trading them. He always found a way to personalize his vehicles, painting, and making them reflect his personality. Brandon also loved riding his motorcycles and ATVs. Brandon worked at Hoxie Ag and Radiator for two summers after his freshman and sophomore years and then worked on the family farm the past two summers.Brandon was a happy-go-lucky young man who liked to make sure everyone felt included. He never knew a stranger and loved talking to everyone. He loved helping others and would just show up to shovel snow off the sidewalk or other chores someone needed done. He was accepting of others and generally had a kind word for everyone. Brandon was protective of his family, especially his cousins, nieces, nephews, and grandparents.Brandon attended Hoxie Christian Church and was a junior Deacon. At a young age, he started going to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTCU with an Elder to serve communion to the residents. He knew them all by name and enjoyed visiting with them as much as they enjoyed him..Brandon was a member of the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie Hot Rodders Club, and the Wheat State Mafia, a truck club. Each summer, Brandon loved helping Hoxie Hot Rodders with their car show and was usually seen giving rides on the kiddie train.Brandon had a beautiful singing voice and was not afraid to share it. He would sing solos at church, took voice lessons with Bonnie Cameron, and even sang the Star-Spangled Banner at a July 4th program. He was in Hoxie High School Choir all four years. Brandon was a member of FFA all through high school. He participated in football his freshman year. He wrestled from age five and up into high school. He was a state qualifier his sophomore year when the team was state runner up. As a junior, he took sixth place in state wrestling as a part of the 2021 State Championship Team.Brandon loved his family, and his loss leaves a huge hole in all their hearts. As one family member shared, “Brandon came into our lives unexpectedly and he left us unexpectedly. He brought all of us so much love and joy for 18 ½ years.” We will miss his love and huge hugs forever.Brandon is survived by his parents Kirk and Kelly Baker of Hoxie, Kansas; brothers Travis Baker, wife Julie and daughters Allison and Caroline of Omaha, Nebraska, Trent Baker and wife Ashley, children, Addilyn, Ethan, Eli of Hoxie, Kansas; Tyler Baker and wife Becci and sons Rhett, Beau and Chase of Hoxie, Kansas, and Logan Baker of Carthage, Texas, Darrin Baker of Port Bolivar, Texas; sister Rianna Baker of Carthage, Texas; grandparents Roger and Tami Baker and Karen Allen; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.He was preceded in death by grandparents Byron and Shirley Baker and Darrell Allen.A funeral service is planned for Friday, May 5, 2023, 10:30 a.m. at the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie, Kansas, with Pastor Carl Dumler presiding. This service will be livestreamed at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. A visitation will be held at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.Memorials are suggested to the Hoxie Hot Rodders or the Hoxie Christian Church and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of caring and comfort may be left for the family at www.mickeyleopold.com.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Brandon, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27822831&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1841863308.1682958493:GS1.1.1682958492.1.0.1682958497.55.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

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

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

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

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

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

She was a lifetime member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church and spent many years as a member of the Women’s Altar Society for the church.

Bernice enjoyed bowling for many years in the local bowling league and participated in bowling tournaments in Kansas and other states.&nbsp; She played music by ear on the piano and organ.&nbsp; She loved playing bingo and had great fun playing slot machines.&nbsp; Her favorite NFL football team was the Denver Broncos, and she was passionate about Kansas University Jayhawk basketball.&nbsp; She and Floyd loved playing cards (pitch, pinochle and cribbage) with family and friends.

Bernice was a devoted, faithful and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter and sister.&nbsp; She treasured the time she spent with her family.&nbsp; She loved attending school activities and sporting events in which her children and grandchildren participated.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Floyd, her parents, three brothers and their spouses, and eight sisters and their spouses.

Bernice will be greatly missed by all those who loved her.&nbsp; 

She is survived by her children: daughter Debra Wright of Spring, Texas; son Skip David and his wife Debbie of Sharon Springs; sister-in-law:Nettie (David) Lock of Onaga, Kansas; four grandchildren: Cody Wright (Carlos) of Menlo Park, California; Lance Wright (Jennifer) of Spring, Texas; Corey David (Lace) of Sharon Springs, Kansas; and Christy Kuhn (Jared) of Hays, Kansas; five great-grandchildren: Jessica Bair, Erikson and Violet David, Kiefer Kuhn, and Avah Wright; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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

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Donna “Beth” Whitman, 95, of Paradise, Kansas passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at the Main Street Manor in Russell, Ks. Beth was born July 21, 1927 at the family home in Waldo, Ks. She was an identical twin to Billie and they were the daughters of Jacob and Clemmar (Knapp) Luder. 

She grew up in Waldo, Ks and graduated from the Waldo High School in 1945. She went on to earn her teaching certificate at Fort Hays University. 

During this time she worked as a secretary at Walker Air Force Base near Hays. She met Elbert “Spud” Whitman when he was home on leave from the Navy. They fell in love and were married later that year on Dec. 21, 1946 in her home in Waldo, Ks.

Beth was a working woman before that became a popular term. After marriage, she began working as a teacher at Fairport Elementary and later as a secretary/bookkeeper at Rogers and Hoisington Wholesale in Paradise. Lastly, she was postmaster at Paradise for 26 years, retiring in 1992. She took great pride in running an efficient, clean post office. 

She was a longtime member of the Paradise United Methodist Church and Russell VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

Beth had a special love for learning. Webster’s Dictionary, World Book Encyclopedias and Maltin’s Movie Guide sat beside her recliner and were frequently consulted. Individual’s names and special dates were important to her. Not only could she remind you of the date, day of the week and time a grandchild had been born but she would include the weather for that date. She loved words, often teasing family about how many syllables they had just spoke. All this led her to be a wonderful conversationalist. She asked questions, listened and remembered to follow-up on a personal level. Many people have commented about the great times they had visiting her and Spud sitting at their kitchen table with a cup of coffee. 

After retiring, Beth enjoyed long walks, watching old movies, working crosswords, and playing games on the computer. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family, taking a special interest in their work, activities and friends.

Beth is survived by her children Denny Whitman and wife Sheila of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Sandy Mead and husband Allen of Manhattan, Kansas, Pat Lund and husband Rick of Lincoln, Kansas and Fred Whitman and wife Kristi of Paradise, Kansas. Her greatest legacy is her 12 grandchildren and 28 great-grandkids. She is also survived by special nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her spouse, and siblings, twin sister Wilma Lea McAlexander, brother James Luder, infant brother Noel Luder, and infant great-grandson, Tilden Archuleta.

Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Mt. Herman Cemetery in Paradise, Kansas.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;

 A memorial has been established with Main Street Manor.&nbsp; 

Contributions and condolences may be sent to the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.pvpmortuary.com/donna-beth-whitman/">https://www.pvpmortuary.com/donna-beth-whitman/</a>Donna “Beth” Whitman, 95, of Paradise, Kansas passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at the Main Street Manor in Russell, Ks. Beth was born July 21, 1927 at the family home in Waldo, Ks. She was an identical twin to Billie and they were the daughters of Jacob and Clemmar (Knapp) Luder. She grew up in Waldo, Ks and graduated from the Waldo High School in 1945. She went on to earn her teaching certificate at Fort Hays University. During this time she worked as a secretary at Walker Air Force Base near Hays. She met Elbert “Spud” Whitman when he was home on leave from the Navy. They fell in love and were married later that year on Dec. 21, 1946 in her home in Waldo, Ks.Beth was a working woman before that became a popular term. After marriage, she began working as a teacher at Fairport Elementary and later as a secretary/bookkeeper at Rogers and Hoisington Wholesale in Paradise. Lastly, she was postmaster at Paradise for 26 years, retiring in 1992. She took great pride in running an efficient, clean post office. She was a longtime member of the Paradise United Methodist Church and Russell VFW Ladies Auxiliary.Beth had a special love for learning. Webster’s Dictionary, World Book Encyclopedias and Maltin’s Movie Guide sat beside her recliner and were frequently consulted. Individual’s names and special dates were important to her. Not only could she remind you of the date, day of the week and time a grandchild had been born but she would include the weather for that date. She loved words, often teasing family about how many syllables they had just spoke. All this led her to be a wonderful conversationalist. She asked questions, listened and remembered to follow-up on a personal level. Many people have commented about the great times they had visiting her and Spud sitting at their kitchen table with a cup of coffee. After retiring, Beth enjoyed long walks, watching old movies, working crosswords, and playing games on the computer. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family, taking a special interest in their work, activities and friends.Beth is survived by her children Denny Whitman and wife Sheila of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Sandy Mead and husband Allen of Manhattan, Kansas, Pat Lund and husband Rick of Lincoln, Kansas and Fred Whitman and wife Kristi of Paradise, Kansas. Her greatest legacy is her 12 grandchildren and 28 great-grandkids. She is also survived by special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her spouse, and siblings, twin sister Wilma Lea McAlexander, brother James Luder, infant brother Noel Luder, and infant great-grandson, Tilden Archuleta.Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Mt. Herman Cemetery in Paradise, Kansas.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; A memorial has been established with Main Street Manor.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Donna 'Beth' Whitman

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Arthur Norman “Art” Normandin, 63, of Damar, Kansas, died at his home May 5, 2023. Art was the fifth child of seven, born April 24, 1960 in Hays, Kansas to Eugene and Anna Mae (Belisle) Normandin. 

Art attended school in Damar and Palco. He was an oilfield roughneck, a painter and drywaller and worked for BP Textiles until his death.

Art had the gift of gab. He was a fantastic storyteller and could make any of his tales hilarious. Although the stories sometimes seemed a bit far-fetched, he could prove every one of them as fact.

Art is survived by his father Eugene Normandin and Helen Normandin; his sister Vickie Wells and husband Rusty of Damar; his brothers Michael Normandin and wife Sandy of Westminster, Colorado, and Ivan and wife Pam of Damar; his beloved pet macaw, Indy, nieces and nephews and friends.

Art was preceded in death by his mother Anna Mae; brothers Timothy, John and David; grandparents Arthur and Cordelia Belisle, and Norman and Irene Normandin.

To&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=27898063&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683676519.14.0.1683676525.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27898063&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683676519.14.0.1683676525.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Arthur "Art", please&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=27898063&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683676519.14.0.1683676525.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure>https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Arthur-Art-Norman-Normandin?obId=27898063#/obituaryInfoApril 24, 1960 - May 5, 2023Arthur Norman “Art” Normandin, 63, of Damar, Kansas, died at his home May 5, 2023. Art was the fifth child of seven, born April 24, 1960 in Hays, Kansas to Eugene and Anna Mae (Belisle) Normandin. Art attended school in Damar and Palco. He was an oilfield roughneck, a painter and drywaller and worked for BP Textiles until his death.Art had the gift of gab. He was a fantastic storyteller and could make any of his tales hilarious. Although the stories sometimes seemed a bit far-fetched, he could prove every one of them as fact.Art is survived by his father Eugene Normandin and Helen Normandin; his sister Vickie Wells and husband Rusty of Damar; his brothers Michael Normandin and wife Sandy of Westminster, Colorado, and Ivan and wife Pam of Damar; his beloved pet macaw, Indy, nieces and nephews and friends.Art was preceded in death by his mother Anna Mae; brothers Timothy, John and David; grandparents Arthur and Cordelia Belisle, and Norman and Irene Normandin.To&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=27898063&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683676519.14.0.1683676525.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/memorial-tree?oId=27898063&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683676519.14.0.1683676525.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Arthur "Art", please&nbsp;<a href="http://stinemetz-funeral-home-inc.tributestore.com/?oId=27898063&amp;tag=&amp;otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.653740999.1682956485:GS1.1.1683676519.14.0.1683676525.54.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">visit our floral store.</a>

Arthur Norman 'Art' Normandin

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JETMORE&nbsp; - Odessie Laura (Fakes) (Simpson) Smith, 92, passed away May 7, 2023 at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.

She was born October 17, 1930 in Hanston, Kansas, the daughter of Roy B. and Ammie E. Killgore Fakes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A longtime area resident, she worked as a bank teller, was the clerk at the Register of Deeds and&nbsp;&nbsp;a secretary at the Hodgeman County Health Department

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Hodgeman County Health Center Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, and a former past Noble Grand and District Deputy for the Rebekah Lodge, all of Jetmore.

On June 12, 1948 she married Richard Simpson in Spearville, he passed away September 28, 1951.&nbsp;&nbsp;On June 20, 1958 she married Jack Smith in Jetmore; he passed away March 31, 1997.

Survivors include two daughters, Janice (Dee) Kolzow, Salina and Shelia (Craig Dill) Erickson, Bucklin; a brother, Clarence Fakes, Abilene; three grandchildren, Ryan (Kylee) Kolzow, Salina, Kerry Kolzow, Manhattan and Taylor (Justin Hill) Erickson, Wichita; and three great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Brixen and Emma.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lola Holl, son-in-law Steve Holl, three sisters, Rosie Berger, Bertie Simpson and Eva Thomas and four brothers, Virgil Fakes, Herman Fakes, Mervin Fakes and Howard Stephenson.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 13th, 2023 at Jetmore United Methodist Church, with Carolyn Tarman and Harmon Bliss presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to United Methodist Church or the Jetmore Senior Center, both in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, P.O. Box 663, Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Personal condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/">www.beckwithfuneralhome.com</a>.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Odessie Laura Smith, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/odessie-smith/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/odessie-smith">https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/odessie-smith</a>October 17, 1930 - May 7, 2023JETMORE&nbsp; - Odessie Laura (Fakes) (Simpson) Smith, 92, passed away May 7, 2023 at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.She was born October 17, 1930 in Hanston, Kansas, the daughter of Roy B. and Ammie E. Killgore Fakes.&nbsp;&nbsp;A longtime area resident, she worked as a bank teller, was the clerk at the Register of Deeds and&nbsp;&nbsp;a secretary at the Hodgeman County Health DepartmentShe was a member of the United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Hodgeman County Health Center Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, and a former past Noble Grand and District Deputy for the Rebekah Lodge, all of Jetmore.On June 12, 1948 she married Richard Simpson in Spearville, he passed away September 28, 1951.&nbsp;&nbsp;On June 20, 1958 she married Jack Smith in Jetmore; he passed away March 31, 1997.Survivors include two daughters, Janice (Dee) Kolzow, Salina and Shelia (Craig Dill) Erickson, Bucklin; a brother, Clarence Fakes, Abilene; three grandchildren, Ryan (Kylee) Kolzow, Salina, Kerry Kolzow, Manhattan and Taylor (Justin Hill) Erickson, Wichita; and three great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Brixen and Emma.She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lola Holl, son-in-law Steve Holl, three sisters, Rosie Berger, Bertie Simpson and Eva Thomas and four brothers, Virgil Fakes, Herman Fakes, Mervin Fakes and Howard Stephenson.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 13th, 2023 at Jetmore United Methodist Church, with Carolyn Tarman and Harmon Bliss presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, Kansas.Memorials may be given to United Methodist Church or the Jetmore Senior Center, both in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, P.O. Box 663, Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/">www.beckwithfuneralhome.com</a>.To plant Memorial Trees in memory of&nbsp;Odessie Laura Smith, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com/obituary/odessie-smith/gifts?campaign=obituaryInline-gifts-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Odessie Laura Smith

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Gary W. Zimmerman, 82, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie, Kansas. Gary was born to Zerald W. and Marjorie (Banard) Zimmerman on July 16, 1940, in Sterling, Kansas. 

Gary had twenty plus years’ experience working in the oilfields. He worked as a driller, roughneck with some tool pusher experience. He worked in many locations throughout the United States. He worked for several companies, Sharp, Loffland, Brinkerhoff, H30 and Bearcat, to name a few. He also worked for Trans World Drilling in the Gulf of Mexica as well as Morgan City Louisiana as an offshore driller. He did have some experience with H2S gas and Air and Air Fome drilling. He finished his career as a fulltime driller.

Gary is survived by children Christopher M. Zimmerman, Jennifer R. Roy, and Susie Rahier, all of Hoxie; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Zerald and Marjorie Zimmerman; brother Stan Zimmerman and sister Karen Pelot.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials to the Gary W. Zimmerman Memorial Fund to help pay funeral expenses. Memorials may be sent in care to Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. 

Words of comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Gary, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27881523&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1841863308.1682958493:GS1.1.1683548464.9.1.1683548504.20.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Gary-W-Zimmerman?obId=27881523#/celebrationWall">https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Gary-W-Zimmerman?obId=27881523#/celebrationWall</a>July 16, 1940 - May 6, 2023Gary W. Zimmerman, 82, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie, Kansas. Gary was born to Zerald W. and Marjorie (Banard) Zimmerman on July 16, 1940, in Sterling, Kansas. He attended school in Sterling, Kansas.Gary had twenty plus years’ experience working in the oilfields. He worked as a driller, roughneck with some tool pusher experience. He worked in many locations throughout the United States. He worked for several companies, Sharp, Loffland, Brinkerhoff, H30 and Bearcat, to name a few. He also worked for Trans World Drilling in the Gulf of Mexica as well as Morgan City Louisiana as an offshore driller. He did have some experience with H2S gas and Air and Air Fome drilling. He finished his career as a fulltime driller.Gary is survived by children Christopher M. Zimmerman, Jennifer R. Roy, and Susie Rahier, all of Hoxie; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents Zerald and Marjorie Zimmerman; brother Stan Zimmerman and sister Karen Pelot.No services are planned. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials to the Gary W. Zimmerman Memorial Fund to help pay funeral expenses. Memorials may be sent in care to Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Gary, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=27881523&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1841863308.1682958493:GS1.1.1683548464.9.1.1683548504.20.0.0&amp;mtph=1" target="_blank">Tree Store.</a>

Gary W. Zimmerman

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Shari Lynn Middleton, 56, passed away May 7, 2023, at her home in Great Bend. She was born April 14, 1967, in Encino, Calif. to Loren &amp; Judy (Butterworth) Spatz. 

She married Brett Middleton on December 4, 1993, in Oxford, Kan.

&nbsp;Coming to Great Bend from Oxford in 2001, Shari was the owner and operator of On the Rocks Liquor Store and was employed by Farmers Bank and Trust. Previously, Shari served as a secretary for Jefferson Elementary School, Great Bend, for many years. 

An avid sports fan, Shari was always cheering on a team, be it K-State football, Kansas City Chiefs football, and many softball games through the years. She enjoyed going to the lake, golfing, cooking and baking, lounging by the pool and playing canasta and dominos. Being the “life of the party”, Shari loved to spend time with her family, friends and her puppies.

&nbsp;Survivors include her husbandBrett Middleton; four daughters, Erika Loughridge and husband J.D. of Park City, Autumn Fischer and husband Justin of Salina, Hannah Middleton of Great Bend and Hunter Hisky and husband Hunter of St. Louis, Mo.; her father Loren Spatz of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; her mother Judy Houston of Oxford; several step-siblings; and five grandchildren, Brooklyn, Brayden, Aubreena, Axlee and Jexen.

&nbsp;Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Danny Ginn presiding

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

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 </figure><a href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/shari-middleton">https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/shari-middleton</a>April 14, 1967 - May 7, 2023Shari Lynn Middleton, 56, passed away May 7, 2023, at her home in Great Bend. She was born April 14, 1967, in Encino, Calif. to Loren &amp; Judy (Butterworth) Spatz. She married Brett Middleton on December 4, 1993, in Oxford, Kan.&nbsp;Coming to Great Bend from Oxford in 2001, Shari was the owner and operator of On the Rocks Liquor Store and was employed by Farmers Bank and Trust. Previously, Shari served as a secretary for Jefferson Elementary School, Great Bend, for many years. An avid sports fan, Shari was always cheering on a team, be it K-State football, Kansas City Chiefs football, and many softball games through the years. She enjoyed going to the lake, golfing, cooking and baking, lounging by the pool and playing canasta and dominos. Being the “life of the party”, Shari loved to spend time with her family, friends and her puppies.&nbsp;Survivors include her husbandBrett Middleton; four daughters, Erika Loughridge and husband J.D. of Park City, Autumn Fischer and husband Justin of Salina, Hannah Middleton of Great Bend and Hunter Hisky and husband Hunter of St. Louis, Mo.; her father Loren Spatz of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; her mother Judy Houston of Oxford; several step-siblings; and five grandchildren, Brooklyn, Brayden, Aubreena, Axlee and Jexen.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Danny Ginn presidingTo send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Shari Lynn Middleton, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/shari-middleton/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Shari Lynn Middleton

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Edgena M. “Jean” Fieler, 88, Hays, died Sunday, May 7, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.

She was born January 7, 1935 in Batesville, Indiana, the daughter of Edwin and Genevieve (Ferkinhoff) Lamping.&nbsp; 

Jean grew up in the nearby town of Oldenburg, Indiana and graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy in 1953.&nbsp; 

On September 29, 1956 she was united in marriage to James L. “Jim” Fieler in Oldenburg and they celebrated over 66 years of marriage.&nbsp; 

Jean worked at Travenol, was a dietary aide at Hadley Hospital, and for 25 years, volunteered at the Community Assistance Center.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, longtime Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Adorer, and had a great devotion to the Blessed Mother and daily praying the Rosary.&nbsp; Jean loved her family, friends, and enjoyed visiting with people.

Survivors include her husband Jim of the home, a son, Kevin Fieler and wife Kay of Shawnee, two daughters, Amy Luebbers and husband Jeff of Hays and Dawn Keil and husband Steve of Hays, daughter-in-law Carol Fieler of Schoenchen, nine grandchildren, Jade Herl and husband Justin, Jonathan Fieler and wife Brandie, Mallory Bibens and husband Ryan, Chelsea Mauler and husband Trent, Heidi Gerhard and husband Cade, Hannah Dreiling and husband Dane, Cody Luebbers and fiancé Jenna Witteman, Alyssa Keil, and Jenna Luebbers, and 14 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Keith Fieler, a daughter, Lisa Ann Fieler, her brother, William Lamping, and her sister, Sr. Natalie Lamping.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Fr. Richard Daise officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hospice of HaysMed, or for masses.&nbsp; 

Condolences and memories of Jean may be shared with her family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com/">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler/1079170/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Edgena M. "Jean" (Lamping) Fieler, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler">https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler</a>January 7, 1935 ~ May 7, 2023 (age 88)Edgena M. “Jean” Fieler, 88, Hays, died Sunday, May 7, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.She was born January 7, 1935 in Batesville, Indiana, the daughter of Edwin and Genevieve (Ferkinhoff) Lamping.&nbsp; Jean grew up in the nearby town of Oldenburg, Indiana and graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy in 1953.&nbsp; On September 29, 1956 she was united in marriage to James L. “Jim” Fieler in Oldenburg and they celebrated over 66 years of marriage.&nbsp; Jean worked at Travenol, was a dietary aide at Hadley Hospital, and for 25 years, volunteered at the Community Assistance Center.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, longtime Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Adorer, and had a great devotion to the Blessed Mother and daily praying the Rosary.&nbsp; Jean loved her family, friends, and enjoyed visiting with people.Survivors include her husband Jim of the home, a son, Kevin Fieler and wife Kay of Shawnee, two daughters, Amy Luebbers and husband Jeff of Hays and Dawn Keil and husband Steve of Hays, daughter-in-law Carol Fieler of Schoenchen, nine grandchildren, Jade Herl and husband Justin, Jonathan Fieler and wife Brandie, Mallory Bibens and husband Ryan, Chelsea Mauler and husband Trent, Heidi Gerhard and husband Cade, Hannah Dreiling and husband Dane, Cody Luebbers and fiancé Jenna Witteman, Alyssa Keil, and Jenna Luebbers, and 14 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Keith Fieler, a daughter, Lisa Ann Fieler, her brother, William Lamping, and her sister, Sr. Natalie Lamping.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Fr. Richard Daise officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hospice of HaysMed, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jean may be shared with her family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com/">www.haysmemorial.com</a>To&nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler/sympathy-landing">send flowers</a>&nbsp;to the family or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler/1079170/memorial-tree">plant a tree</a>&nbsp;in memory of Edgena M. "Jean" (Lamping) Fieler, please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.haysmemorial.com/obituary/EdgenaMJean-Fieler/sympathy-landing">visit our floral store.</a>

Edgena M. 'Jean' Fieler

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Mildred M. Kuhlman, 98, of Oakley, died Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Logan County Hospital with her family by her side. She was born December 6, 1924, in McCracken, Kansas, to William and Rose (Sweeney) Brenner.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683639041399.jpeg" alt="Mildred M. Kuhlman (Brenner)" />
 <figcaption>Mildred M. Kuhlman (Brenner)</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Kuhlman-Mildred/5188496/">https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Kuhlman-Mildred/5188496/</a>December 6th, 1924 - May 4th, 2023Mildred M. Kuhlman, 98, of Oakley, died Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Logan County Hospital with her family by her side. She was born December 6, 1924, in McCracken, Kansas, to William and Rose (Sweeney) Brenner. She was a registered nurse and was enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps at the end of World War II. Mildred married Henry Marion Kuhlman January 9, 1946, in McCracken, Kansas. To this union eight sons and one daughter were born. Henry and Mildred moved to Oakley in 1954 and farmed. She was an exceptional wife and mother and worked by Henry’s side farming. Her faith, family, and gathering with the family were her legacy. They helped her through difficult times and heartaches that God handed her. Mildred was always strong and believed it was God’s will that would be done. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband Henry; three sons, Vernie, Larry, and Ron; grandson Todd Kuhlman; her parents; five brothers, and one sister.She is survived by sons Marion (Myrt), Bill (Albie), Bob (Sherri), John (Missy) and Ken (Karen); daughter Rosann (Bob) Blagg; daughters-in-law Joe (Steve) Badger, Nancy Kuhlman, and Raye Kuhlman; 65 grandchildren; 101 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren….and counting; and all those who called her Mama K. Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oakley. Funeral Mass is at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday May 10, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic School or Logan County Hospital and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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