Daniel Leroy Bixenman was born on October 12, 1950, in Denver, CO. At 
age five, Dan found himself in St. Joseph’s Orphanage in El Dorado, KS 
with his siblings. In 1958, he and his three siblings were adopted by 
Bob and Mary Helen Bixenman. That was his introduction to farm life, on 
the family place near Levant, KS. The remaining years of Dan’s life 
would be centered in and around Thomas County. 
Dan spent time in the service, both in the United States Navy and 
Air Force, but always returned home. It was a full life he lived in 
Northwest Kansas. He worked as a farm hand and a harvest hand for 
several local farmers. He worked for the railroad and on oil rigs. He 
also painted houses. Dan had one short marriage and a longer deep 
friendship with his ex-wife. Dan became sober and at his death had been 
30+ years sober. 
Dan ultimately found his home at Sacred Heart Parish, in Colby. He 
worked in the Parish for years, both in the school and in the church. 
Parish life was a touchstone for him. The Parish supported and cared for
 him, and in turn, he made important contributions to the Parish. 
Dan died peacefully on Thursday morning, April 13, 2023, at the age of 
72. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Mary Helen and his 
sister Pauline. He is survived by his sister Maureen; his brother Louis;
 numerous cousins and many good friends. 
The family will receive friends from 4-6:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 6:00 
p.m. Sunday, April 16, 2023, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. A Memorial 
Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 17, 2023, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Colby, with inurnment in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Parish and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences, visit baalmannmortuary.com.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Daniel Leroy Bixenman was born on October 12, 1950, in Denver, CO. At 
age five, Dan found himself in St. Joseph’s Orphanage in El Dorado, KS 
with his siblings. In 1958, he and his three siblings were adopted by 
Bob and Mary Helen Bixenman. That was his introduction to farm life, on 
the family place near Levant, KS. The remaining years of Dan’s life 
would be centered in and around Thomas County. 
Dan spent time in the service, both in the United States Navy and 
Air Force, but always returned home. It was a full life he lived in 
Northwest Kansas. He worked as a farm hand and a harvest hand for 
several local farmers. He worked for the railroad and on oil rigs. He 
also painted houses. Dan had one short marriage and a longer deep 
friendship with his ex-wife. Dan became sober and at his death had been 
30+ years sober. 
Dan ultimately found his home at Sacred Heart Parish, in Colby. He 
worked in the Parish for years, both in the school and in the church. 
Parish life was a touchstone for him. The Parish supported and cared for
 him, and in turn, he made important contributions to the Parish. 
Dan died peacefully on Thursday morning, April 13, 2023, at the age of 
72. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Mary Helen and his 
sister Pauline. He is survived by his sister Maureen; his brother Louis;
 numerous cousins and many good friends. 
The family will receive friends from 4-6:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 6:00 
p.m. Sunday, April 16, 2023, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. A Memorial 
Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 17, 2023, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Colby, with inurnment in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Parish and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or 
condolences, visit baalmannmortuary.com.

Daniel Leroy Bixenman

Galen Duane Smith, 81, Hill City, Kansas, passed away April 9, 2023, 
in Hill City, with his family present. Galen was the youngest of three 
children born February 18, 1942, in Hill City to Lee and Maggie (Post) 
Smith.  He attended the local schools and graduated from Hill City High 
School.

After graduation, Galen went to work doing small jobs with 
his dad and quickly worked his way into a position learning electrical 
work so he could become a lineman. He soon met his bride-to-be, Mary 
Scott, at a small-town dance in Lenora. He spoke many times of the trips
 he made from Hill City to Lenora to see her, laughing about his 
speeding there in either his smoking old Oldsmobile or on his 
motorcycle.

Galen and Mary were married September 27, 1959, in 
Norton. Their first child, James, was born in 1960 and Joseph arrived in
 1963. Galen moved his family into parts of Colorado, Western Kansas, 
and Nebraska where he worked building and helping supply power lines 
across rural areas to several communities. In 1965, their daughter 
Jennifer was born in Hill City. A year later their daughter Julie was 
born. The family moved to Clifton, Colorado, to be closer to Mary’s 
family. Galen worked as a cabinet maker and on a local drilling rig. 
After returning to Hill City, Galen went to work for the city. Then he 
worked for a local electrical company putting his lineman experience to 
use. As the need for electrical work slowed down in the area, Galen took
 a job in the oilfield checking pumping units for local oil companies. 
With the birth of their son Jason in 1974, their family was complete. 
Galen remained in Hill City working as a contract pumper until his 
retirement.

Galen had a zest for life. Keeping busy was the key to
 his happiness. He was always there to help his children and 
grandchildren with anything from pulling them in wagons, teaching them 
to ride a bike, to helping and showing them how to fix just about 
everything. A hobby he enjoyed was woodworking. He took the time to 
build small projects as gifts for several of his grandchildren. His love
 for fishing and hunting was passed down to the following generations. 
He especially loved seeing his grandchildren’s first cast of a fishing 
pole and walking in line with the boys on pheasant hunts. He looked 
forward to morning coffee with his friends, just so they could share the
 stories of the good old days. Galen always had a kind word toward 
others to help them see that no matter the struggles they faced, 
everything would work out for the best. His love for life and caring for
 others were his passions.

Galen was preceded in death by his 
parents; his wife, Mary, and his infant daughter Jennifer Ann. Survivors
 left to cherish his memory  are his brother Irwin “Huck” Smith and wife
 Shirley of Hill City; a sister Devera Baalman of Cimarron; his children
 James Smith and wife Kameo of Hill City, Joseph Smith and fiancé Glenda
 Meyer of Hill City, Julie Breinig and husband Donnie of Bogue, and 
Jason Smith and wife Dawn Powell of Hill City; 10 grandchildren; 17 
great grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; and several nieces 
and nephews.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Galen-Duane-Smith?obId=27697734#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Galen Duane Smith, 81, Hill City, Kansas, passed away April 9, 2023, 
in Hill City, with his family present. Galen was the youngest of three 
children born February 18, 1942, in Hill City to Lee and Maggie (Post) 
Smith. He attended the local schools and graduated from Hill City High 
School.After graduation, Galen went to work doing small jobs with 
his dad and quickly worked his way into a position learning electrical 
work so he could become a lineman. He soon met his bride-to-be, Mary 
Scott, at a small-town dance in Lenora. He spoke many times of the trips
 he made from Hill City to Lenora to see her, laughing about his 
speeding there in either his smoking old Oldsmobile or on his 
motorcycle.Galen and Mary were married September 27, 1959, in 
Norton. Their first child, James, was born in 1960 and Joseph arrived in
 1963. Galen moved his family into parts of Colorado, Western Kansas, 
and Nebraska where he worked building and helping supply power lines 
across rural areas to several communities. In 1965, their daughter 
Jennifer was born in Hill City. A year later their daughter Julie was 
born. The family moved to Clifton, Colorado, to be closer to Mary’s 
family. Galen worked as a cabinet maker and on a local drilling rig. 
After returning to Hill City, Galen went to work for the city. Then he 
worked for a local electrical company putting his lineman experience to 
use. As the need for electrical work slowed down in the area, Galen took
 a job in the oilfield checking pumping units for local oil companies. 
With the birth of their son Jason in 1974, their family was complete. 
Galen remained in Hill City working as a contract pumper until his 
retirement.Galen had a zest for life. Keeping busy was the key to
 his happiness. He was always there to help his children and 
grandchildren with anything from pulling them in wagons, teaching them 
to ride a bike, to helping and showing them how to fix just about 
everything. A hobby he enjoyed was woodworking. He took the time to 
build small projects as gifts for several of his grandchildren. His love
 for fishing and hunting was passed down to the following generations. 
He especially loved seeing his grandchildren’s first cast of a fishing 
pole and walking in line with the boys on pheasant hunts. He looked 
forward to morning coffee with his friends, just so they could share the
 stories of the good old days. Galen always had a kind word toward 
others to help them see that no matter the struggles they faced, 
everything would work out for the best. His love for life and caring for
 others were his passions.Galen was preceded in death by his 
parents; his wife, Mary, and his infant daughter Jennifer Ann. Survivors
 left to cherish his memory are his brother Irwin “Huck” Smith and wife
 Shirley of Hill City; a sister Devera Baalman of Cimarron; his children
 James Smith and wife Kameo of Hill City, Joseph Smith and fiancé Glenda
 Meyer of Hill City, Julie Breinig and husband Donnie of Bogue, and 
Jason Smith and wife Dawn Powell of Hill City; 10 grandchildren; 17 
great grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; and several nieces 
and nephews.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Galen-Duane-Smith?obId=27697734#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Galen Duane Smith

Lynn Richard Sargent, the son of Laurel and Darlene (Schreiber) 
Sargent, was born January 16, 1962 in Ransom, Kansas. He grew up on the 
family farm just a few miles southeast of Ransom. He attended both 
elementary and secondary schools at Ransom, proudly graduating as a 
Longhorn in 1980. Lynn received a bachelor’s degree in agriculture from 
Fort Hays State University in 1984. He lived his adult life in the 
Ransom area, working in agriculture and hauling oil.&nbsp;

Lynn married Paula Roesch of Quinter in June of 1996. They later 
divorced.&nbsp; His two children, Katie Lynn and Dylan Robert were the center
 of his life.&nbsp; He raised them as a single parent on his own farm, even 
after an accident in 2011 left him paralyzed. He supported them in all 
their endeavors, felt deeply their joys and struggles, and was intensely
 proud of their accomplishments.&nbsp;

Lynn was an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, the New York 
Yankees, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Kansas State Wildcats. He greatly 
enjoyed visiting about growing up on the farm, the trouble he got into 
here and there growing up, and what was going on in the world. He was a 
lifelong member of the First Mennonite Church of Ransom.

Lynn was preceded in death by his parents, Laurel and Darlene 
Sargent, and also a sister, Susan Sargent. He is survived by his 
children, Katie (Eathan Bizzell) and Dylan Sargent, and also a grandson,
 Elijah Bizzell.&nbsp; He is also survived by a sister, Pat (Cletus) Flax and
 brother Gary (Paula) Sargent; five nieces and nephews Tyler (Shansy) 
Flax, Amy (Stuart) Schmidt, Andrew (Katie) Flax, Lauren (Samuel) 
Sargent, and Jordan Sargent; as well as eleven great nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be at the First Mennonite Church of Ransom on 
Saturday, April 15, at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Ransom 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be&nbsp; from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, 
April 14, with the family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the First Mennonite Church of Ransom or 
Craig Hospital. Craig Hospital is a spinal cord and traumatic brain 
injury rehabilitation and research hospital in Englewood, Colorado, and 
is where Lynn received care and training after his accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Lynn Richard Sargent, the son of Laurel and Darlene (Schreiber) 
Sargent, was born January 16, 1962 in Ransom, Kansas. He grew up on the 
family farm just a few miles southeast of Ransom. He attended both 
elementary and secondary schools at Ransom, proudly graduating as a 
Longhorn in 1980. Lynn received a bachelor’s degree in agriculture from 
Fort Hays State University in 1984. He lived his adult life in the 
Ransom area, working in agriculture and hauling oil.&nbsp;Lynn married Paula Roesch of Quinter in June of 1996. They later 
divorced.&nbsp; His two children, Katie Lynn and Dylan Robert were the center
 of his life.&nbsp; He raised them as a single parent on his own farm, even 
after an accident in 2011 left him paralyzed. He supported them in all 
their endeavors, felt deeply their joys and struggles, and was intensely
 proud of their accomplishments.&nbsp;Lynn was an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, the New York 
Yankees, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Kansas State Wildcats. He greatly 
enjoyed visiting about growing up on the farm, the trouble he got into 
here and there growing up, and what was going on in the world. He was a 
lifelong member of the First Mennonite Church of Ransom.Lynn was preceded in death by his parents, Laurel and Darlene 
Sargent, and also a sister, Susan Sargent. He is survived by his 
children, Katie (Eathan Bizzell) and Dylan Sargent, and also a grandson,
 Elijah Bizzell.&nbsp; He is also survived by a sister, Pat (Cletus) Flax and
 brother Gary (Paula) Sargent; five nieces and nephews Tyler (Shansy) 
Flax, Amy (Stuart) Schmidt, Andrew (Katie) Flax, Lauren (Samuel) 
Sargent, and Jordan Sargent; as well as eleven great nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;Funeral services will be at the First Mennonite Church of Ransom on 
Saturday, April 15, at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Ransom 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be&nbsp; from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, 
April 14, with the family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the First Mennonite Church of Ransom or 
Craig Hospital. Craig Hospital is a spinal cord and traumatic brain 
injury rehabilitation and research hospital in Englewood, Colorado, and 
is where Lynn received care and training after his accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lynn Richard Sargent

Arlene Marie Karlin, 88, passed away on April 12, 2023, at Ellinwood 
District Hospital, Ellinwood, Kan. She was born on December 14, 1934, in
 Pfeifer, Kan., to Joseph and Veronica (Befort) Dome. On November 13, 
1954, she was married to Leroy Karlin in Pfeifer, Kan. He passed on 
April 11, 2001.

A resident of Great Bend since 1959 coming from Ellis County, Arlene 
was a homemaker. She was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish, Altar 
Society, and Daughters of Isabella. Arlene volunteered with the Church 
bringing communion to those home bound, adoration chapel, prayer, and 
pro-life advocacy. She also volunteered with Birth Right, at CKMC and 
later St. Rose Pavillion at the gift shop, as well as a Girl Scout 
Leader. Arlene was dedicated to her family and faith throughout her 
life.

Survivors include two sons, Jerry (Judy) Karlin of Shawnee, Kan., and
 Joe (Amy) Karlin of Lenexa, Kan.; three daughters, Mary (Mel) Waite of 
Ellinwood, Kan., Susan (Rodney) Broeckelman of Mankato, Kan, and Jean 
(Joe) Scarfino of St. Louis, Mo.; twenty-two grandchildren; eighteen 
great-grandchildren with one on the way; and three sisters, Virginia 
Kisner, Shirley Gregory and Fran Hunter. She is preceded in death by her
 husband; her parents; a grandson, Thomas Joseph Karlin; two brothers, 
Joseph and Vernon Dome; and a sister, Ruby Karlin.

Visitation will take place on Friday, April 14, 2023, from Noon to 
8:00 p.m. with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., 
Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m., and Vigil with Rosary at 7:00 p.m., 
all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 
10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in 
Great Bend with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at 
St. Severin Cemetery in Ellis Co., Kan., at 2:00 p.m. 

In lieu of 
flowers, memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish or 
Kansans for Life, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Arlene Marie Karlin, 88, passed away on April 12, 2023, at Ellinwood 
District Hospital, Ellinwood, Kan. She was born on December 14, 1934, in
 Pfeifer, Kan., to Joseph and Veronica (Befort) Dome. On November 13, 
1954, she was married to Leroy Karlin in Pfeifer, Kan. He passed on 
April 11, 2001.A resident of Great Bend since 1959 coming from Ellis County, Arlene 
was a homemaker. She was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish, Altar 
Society, and Daughters of Isabella. Arlene volunteered with the Church 
bringing communion to those home bound, adoration chapel, prayer, and 
pro-life advocacy. She also volunteered with Birth Right, at CKMC and 
later St. Rose Pavillion at the gift shop, as well as a Girl Scout 
Leader. Arlene was dedicated to her family and faith throughout her 
life.Survivors include two sons, Jerry (Judy) Karlin of Shawnee, Kan., and
 Joe (Amy) Karlin of Lenexa, Kan.; three daughters, Mary (Mel) Waite of 
Ellinwood, Kan., Susan (Rodney) Broeckelman of Mankato, Kan, and Jean 
(Joe) Scarfino of St. Louis, Mo.; twenty-two grandchildren; eighteen 
great-grandchildren with one on the way; and three sisters, Virginia 
Kisner, Shirley Gregory and Fran Hunter. She is preceded in death by her
 husband; her parents; a grandson, Thomas Joseph Karlin; two brothers, 
Joseph and Vernon Dome; and a sister, Ruby Karlin.Visitation will take place on Friday, April 14, 2023, from Noon to 
8:00 p.m. with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., 
Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m., and Vigil with Rosary at 7:00 p.m., 
all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 
10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in 
Great Bend with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at 
St. Severin Cemetery in Ellis Co., Kan., at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of 
flowers, memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish or 
Kansans for Life, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Arlene Marie Karlin

Susie Youngblood, 70, of Atwood, died Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 
HaysMed in Hays, KS. She was born in Cumberland, MD, on October 24, 
1952, to Gene and Geraldine (Swisher) Files. 

Susie enjoyed gardening, 
fishing, camping and spending time with family and friends. She was a 
caregiver for many elderly people. On April 25, 1986, Susie married Joe 
Youngblood in Atwood KS. 
She was preceded in death by her parents. 
Susie is survived by her husband Joe; children, Gary (Trisha) Taylor and
 Angela (Jay) Covert; siblings, Linda Files, Michelle Richie and Gene 
Files and Sandy Files; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild; 
McKayla, McKenzie, Kegan, Ian, Isabella, Karissa, Jackson, Mason and Colter. 
A memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorials may be 
made to the family and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, 
Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences, visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Susie Youngblood, 70, of Atwood, died Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 
HaysMed in Hays, KS. She was born in Cumberland, MD, on October 24, 
1952, to Gene and Geraldine (Swisher) Files. Susie enjoyed gardening, 
fishing, camping and spending time with family and friends. She was a 
caregiver for many elderly people. On April 25, 1986, Susie married Joe 
Youngblood in Atwood KS. 
She was preceded in death by her parents. 
Susie is survived by her husband Joe; children, Gary (Trisha) Taylor and
 Angela (Jay) Covert; siblings, Linda Files, Michelle Richie and Gene 
Files and Sandy Files; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild; 
McKayla, McKenzie, Kegan, Ian, Isabella, Karissa, Jackson, Mason and Colter. 
A memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorials may be 
made to the family and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, 
Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences, visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com.

Steffie Sue Youngblood (Files)

May 8, 1960
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 12, 2023

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Thomas-Tom-Frederking?obId=27708277#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>May 8, 1960
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 12, 2023An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Thomas-Tom-Frederking?obId=27708277#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Thomas 'Tom' Frederking

Thomas Doyle, 83, of Scottsdale, Ariz., passed away peacefully on April 4, 2023, with his family by his side. 

Tom was born May 8th, 1939, in Grassflat, Pennsylvania, to Dr. James and Winifred Doyle. The family move to Leechburg, Pennsylvania, when Tom was three years old. He graduated from Leechburg High School in 1957. 

He earned a degree in Pharmacy from The University of Pittsburgh and later went to work for various pharmacies in Pittsburgh and Scottsdale Az. He retired when he was 72. 

Tom married his wife Ann in 1961 and they were married for 62 years. They were blessed with 3 children, Deborah Ann, Thomas Jr. and Carolyn Jo. 

Tom is survived by his wife Ann, daughter Deborah and Paul of Hays, Kansas, Carolyn and Rick of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Tom and Kristi of Cave Creek, Ariz., and his 5 grandchildren — Sean, Katie, Jacob, Alexis and Danielle. 

He will be remembered for his patient and loving manner in which he treated each person he encountered. More importantly for his love and devotion he expressed for his wife, children and grandchildren. Tom loved nothing more than spending time with his children and grandchildren and going to all their sporting events. He also loved to play racquetball with his good friends and kids. 

A memorial service will be held at Messinger Indian School Mortuary on Saturday, April 29th, at 1:00pm. Donations can be made to Noble Hospice &amp; Palliative Care or your favorite charity.

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 </figure>Thomas Doyle, 83, of Scottsdale, Ariz., passed away peacefully on April 4, 2023, with his family by his side. Tom was born May 8th, 1939, in Grassflat, Pennsylvania, to Dr. James and Winifred Doyle. The family move to Leechburg, Pennsylvania, when Tom was three years old. He graduated from Leechburg High School in 1957. He earned a degree in Pharmacy from The University of Pittsburgh and later went to work for various pharmacies in Pittsburgh and Scottsdale Az. He retired when he was 72. Tom married his wife Ann in 1961 and they were married for 62 years. They were blessed with 3 children, Deborah Ann, Thomas Jr. and Carolyn Jo. Tom is survived by his wife Ann, daughter Deborah and Paul of Hays, Kansas, Carolyn and Rick of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Tom and Kristi of Cave Creek, Ariz., and his 5 grandchildren — Sean, Katie, Jacob, Alexis and Danielle. He will be remembered for his patient and loving manner in which he treated each person he encountered. More importantly for his love and devotion he expressed for his wife, children and grandchildren. Tom loved nothing more than spending time with his children and grandchildren and going to all their sporting events. He also loved to play racquetball with his good friends and kids. A memorial service will be held at Messinger Indian School Mortuary on Saturday, April 29th, at 1:00pm. Donations can be made to Noble Hospice &amp; Palliative Care or your favorite charity.

Thomas Doyle

Norma Jean Yarger, age 97, of Goodland passed away Sunday, April 9, 
2023, at Topside Manor in Goodland. She was born March 17, 1926, to Marie 
(Ward) and Melvin Gregory in her grandmothers home in Alton, Kansas. She
 grew up on a farm 9 miles southwest of Alton on the farm homesteaded by
 her grandfather Jesse Gregory. 

She attended Mt. Ayr Country school 
graduating in 1947. After graduation she attended Asbury Nursing School 
in Salina. She worked as a nurse in Salina, until she moved to Goodland 
to work with some of her college friends at the Boothroy Memorial 
Hospital. On June 8, 1949, she married James Yarger in Butte, Montana. In
 1950, they returned to the Goodland area to help with the family farm. 
Norma Jean worked at USD352 as the School Nurse, Good Samaritan Center 
as Director of Nursing. She also worked at Golden West Skills Center and
 Connie's Home Health.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Norma Jean was a member of the United Methodist Church of Goodland. 
Over the years she was a member of 4-H, some of her projects as a child 
were sewing, pigs and the steer. She enjoyed nursing and most of all 
spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; husband, James; son, Louie; and grandson, Thomas.&nbsp;

Norma Jean was survived by her sons, Michael (Cindie) of Goodland and
 Larry (Mary) of Excelsior, MN; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and 
great-great-grandchildren; and many more family and friends.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to Norma Jean Yarger Memorial Fund 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.

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Norma-Yarger">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Norma Jean Yarger, age 97, of Goodland passed away Sunday, April 9, 
2023, at Topside Manor in Goodland. She was born March 17, 1926, to Marie 
(Ward) and Melvin Gregory in her grandmothers home in Alton, Kansas. She
 grew up on a farm 9 miles southwest of Alton on the farm homesteaded by
 her grandfather Jesse Gregory. She attended Mt. Ayr Country school 
graduating in 1947. After graduation she attended Asbury Nursing School 
in Salina. She worked as a nurse in Salina, until she moved to Goodland 
to work with some of her college friends at the Boothroy Memorial 
Hospital. On June 8, 1949, she married James Yarger in Butte, Montana. In
 1950, they returned to the Goodland area to help with the family farm. 
Norma Jean worked at USD352 as the School Nurse, Good Samaritan Center 
as Director of Nursing. She also worked at Golden West Skills Center and
 Connie's Home Health.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma Jean was a member of the United Methodist Church of Goodland. 
Over the years she was a member of 4-H, some of her projects as a child 
were sewing, pigs and the steer. She enjoyed nursing and most of all 
spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; husband, James; son, Louie; and grandson, Thomas.&nbsp;Norma Jean was survived by her sons, Michael (Cindie) of Goodland and
 Larry (Mary) of Excelsior, MN; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and 
great-great-grandchildren; and many more family and friends.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to Norma Jean Yarger Memorial Fund 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.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Norma-Yarger">HERE</a> for service details.

Norma Jean Yarger

Lisa Ann Wondra, 54, died April 11, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital, 
Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born June 22, 1968, in Hoisington, the 
daughter of Eugene and Mary Jo (Ohnmacht) Maneth.&nbsp; Lisa graduated from 
Otis-Bison High School in 1986. She then received her associate's degree 
from Barton County Community College and her bachelor’s degree from St. 
Mary of the Plains in Dodge City. She was working towards her master’s 
degree with Fort Hays State University but had to quit due to her health.

On June 1, 1991, she married Gary L. Wondra at St. Ann Catholic Church in Olmitz, Kansas.

A lifetime resident of Olmitz, Lisa worked as an elementary teacher 
and librarian, starting in Timken and Albert and finally working for USD
 403 Otis-Bison. She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of 
Olmitz, Kansas, where she was a member of the Altar Society and had sung
 in the church choir.&nbsp; Lisa was also a longtime member of the Daughters 
of Isabella Circle 744. Lisa fought her illness with such grace, she was
 always optimistic. Her vitality and love was evident in her care of 
others, never one to linger on her own problems, she was always 
concerned for others and their wellbeing. She always asked about your 
care and concerns and made sure you were well fed with her good cooking 
when visiting. She will be loved and missed by many.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Gary L. Wondra of the 
home; and two children, Kristin Colson and husband Jesse of Dighton, and
 Kenton Wondra of Olmitz; her parents, Eugene “Gene” and Mary Jo Maneth 
of Olmitz; three brothers, LeRoy Maneth and wife Shirley of Andover, her
 twin brother, Dale Maneth and wife Christy of Olmitz, and Michael 
Maneth and wife Brandy of Albert; a mother-in-law, Rose Ann Wondra of 
Hoisington, three sisters-in-law, Lois Hanchett and husband Trey of 
Salina, Cheryl Klepper and husband Tony of Ellinwood, and Bernetta 
Burkhart and husband Tom of Hutchinson; and many beloved aunts, uncles, 
nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Vigil and Rosary will begin at 7 p.m., all at 
the funeral home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 15, 
2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas. Celebrated by Father
 Anselm Eke, MSP.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz.

Memorials may be made to St. Ann Altar Society, Clara Barton Hospital
 Foundation or Central Care Cancer Center, in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Lisa Ann Wondra, 54, died April 11, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital, 
Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born June 22, 1968, in Hoisington, the 
daughter of Eugene and Mary Jo (Ohnmacht) Maneth.&nbsp; Lisa graduated from 
Otis-Bison High School in 1986. She then received her associate's degree 
from Barton County Community College and her bachelor’s degree from St. 
Mary of the Plains in Dodge City. She was working towards her master’s 
degree with Fort Hays State University but had to quit due to her health.On June 1, 1991, she married Gary L. Wondra at St. Ann Catholic Church in Olmitz, Kansas.A lifetime resident of Olmitz, Lisa worked as an elementary teacher 
and librarian, starting in Timken and Albert and finally working for USD
 403 Otis-Bison. She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of 
Olmitz, Kansas, where she was a member of the Altar Society and had sung
 in the church choir.&nbsp; Lisa was also a longtime member of the Daughters 
of Isabella Circle 744. Lisa fought her illness with such grace, she was
 always optimistic. Her vitality and love was evident in her care of 
others, never one to linger on her own problems, she was always 
concerned for others and their wellbeing. She always asked about your 
care and concerns and made sure you were well fed with her good cooking 
when visiting. She will be loved and missed by many.She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Gary L. Wondra of the 
home; and two children, Kristin Colson and husband Jesse of Dighton, and
 Kenton Wondra of Olmitz; her parents, Eugene “Gene” and Mary Jo Maneth 
of Olmitz; three brothers, LeRoy Maneth and wife Shirley of Andover, her
 twin brother, Dale Maneth and wife Christy of Olmitz, and Michael 
Maneth and wife Brandy of Albert; a mother-in-law, Rose Ann Wondra of 
Hoisington, three sisters-in-law, Lois Hanchett and husband Trey of 
Salina, Cheryl Klepper and husband Tony of Ellinwood, and Bernetta 
Burkhart and husband Tom of Hutchinson; and many beloved aunts, uncles, 
nieces, nephews, and cousins.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Vigil and Rosary will begin at 7 p.m., all at 
the funeral home.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 15, 
2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas. Celebrated by Father
 Anselm Eke, MSP.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz.Memorials may be made to St. Ann Altar Society, Clara Barton Hospital
 Foundation or Central Care Cancer Center, in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Lisa Ann Wondra

Ramona Joy Brozek, 89, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Aster Estates, Great Bend, Kansas.

Ramona was born March 25, 1934, in rural Bison, Kansas, the daughter 
of Joe and Bertha (Ochs) Moore.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Rush 
County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1952 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, 
Kansas, she was a secretary for Golden Belt Telephone Association, Rush 
Center, Kansas, for 32 years before her retirement.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Women (UMW), both of La Crosse, Kansas.

On October 8, 1955, she married Wendell Brozek at the EUB Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp;

Survivors include:&nbsp; her husband, Wendell Brozek, La Crosse, Kansas; 
one son, Dr. Jeff Brozek (Rhonda), Great Bend, Kansas; one daughter, Jo 
Ellen Schaffstall, Milton, Florida; three grandchildren, Jason Brozek 
(Stephanie), Mission, Kansas, Dr. Jessica Brozek, Newton, Kansas, and 
Caitlin Schaffstall (Matt Harper), Pensacola, Florida; and two sisters, 
Darletha Moore, Wichita, Kansas, and Karen Been, Rogers, Arkansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Warren Moore; and one sister, E. Josephine Williams.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 13, 2023, from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 
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.&nbsp;

Graveside service will be Friday, April 14, 2023, at 10:30 A.M. at 
the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Scott 
Tempero officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, or Alzheimer’s Disease 
Research.

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>Ramona Joy Brozek, 89, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Aster Estates, Great Bend, Kansas.Ramona was born March 25, 1934, in rural Bison, Kansas, the daughter 
of Joe and Bertha (Ochs) Moore.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Rush 
County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1952 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, 
Kansas, she was a secretary for Golden Belt Telephone Association, Rush 
Center, Kansas, for 32 years before her retirement.She was a member of the United Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Women (UMW), both of La Crosse, Kansas.On October 8, 1955, she married Wendell Brozek at the EUB Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp;Survivors include:&nbsp; her husband, Wendell Brozek, La Crosse, Kansas; 
one son, Dr. Jeff Brozek (Rhonda), Great Bend, Kansas; one daughter, Jo 
Ellen Schaffstall, Milton, Florida; three grandchildren, Jason Brozek 
(Stephanie), Mission, Kansas, Dr. Jessica Brozek, Newton, Kansas, and 
Caitlin Schaffstall (Matt Harper), Pensacola, Florida; and two sisters, 
Darletha Moore, Wichita, Kansas, and Karen Been, Rogers, Arkansas.She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Warren Moore; and one sister, E. Josephine Williams.Visitation will be Thursday, April 13, 2023, from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 
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.&nbsp;Graveside service will be Friday, April 14, 2023, at 10:30 A.M. at 
the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Scott 
Tempero officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, or Alzheimer’s Disease 
Research.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.

Ramona Joy Brozek

Lola M. Cook, 94, passed away on April 9, 2023, in Grinnell, KS. She 
was born on September 8, 1928, in Lewis, KS to Cecil and Lavina (Beery) 
Derley.

As a young girl, Lola moved around a lot but graduated from
 Scott City High School, where she met Royce Cook.  On June 20th, 1947,
 Lola married Royce at the Scott County Courthouse over their lunch 
hour.  The marriage lasted for 71 years.  Lola and Royce had two sons: 
Lee Royce and Verl Ray and a daughter, Sharon Faye. Lola and Royce lived
 in Scott City until 1950 when they moved to Gove County.  In Gove 
County, they lived in a ranch house by the Pyramids.

In Lola’s 
spare time, she loved to be outside working along side Royce on the farm 
and helping him with the cattle and tending to her huge garden and 
picking fruit from her orchard.  If she wasn’t outside, she was inside 
sewing or knitting.  She would sew everything.  She sewed the kid’s 
clothes all the way up to middle school.  Her hands were never still.

Lola
 also worked at a John Deere and Mercantile Store as their bookkeeper in
 Scott City.  With her first paycheck she bought Fostoria Glassware and 
with every paycheck after that we would buy more pieces.  She has 
collected enough Glassware to give a complete set to all of her 
grandchildren.

Lola is survived by her daughter: Sharon (Lyle) 
Zimmerman of Grinnell, KS; grandchildren: Daniel Weis, David Weis, Lance
 (Katie) Weis, Matthew (Meghan) Weis, Kayla Zimmerman, Rebecca Cook, and
 Janel Cook; great-grandchildren: Walter Weis, Sawyer Weis, Oliver Weis,
 Emersynn Weis, Eliot Weis, June Weis, and Daisy Weis; nieces and 
nephews: Kenneth Derley, Royce Derley, Debbie Derley.  She is preceded 
by her parents: Cecil and Lavina; husband: Royce Cook; sons: Lee Royce 
and Verl Ray; brother: Charles (Stella) Derley.

Services will be 
held on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Pauls Funeral Home, 
Oberlin.  Visitation will be Thursday, April 13, from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM 
at the funeral home.  The family will receive guests from 5:00 – 7:00 
PM.  The burial will be in the Oberlin Cemetery. 

 Memorial contributions
 may be made out to the Lola Cook Memorial Fund.  Condolences can be 
left at www.paulsfh.com.

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 </figure>Lola M. Cook, 94, passed away on April 9, 2023, in Grinnell, KS. She 
was born on September 8, 1928, in Lewis, KS to Cecil and Lavina (Beery) 
Derley.As a young girl, Lola moved around a lot but graduated from
 Scott City High School, where she met Royce Cook. On June 20th, 1947,
 Lola married Royce at the Scott County Courthouse over their lunch 
hour. The marriage lasted for 71 years. Lola and Royce had two sons: 
Lee Royce and Verl Ray and a daughter, Sharon Faye. Lola and Royce lived
 in Scott City until 1950 when they moved to Gove County. In Gove 
County, they lived in a ranch house by the Pyramids.In Lola’s 
spare time, she loved to be outside working along side Royce on the farm 
and helping him with the cattle and tending to her huge garden and 
picking fruit from her orchard. If she wasn’t outside, she was inside 
sewing or knitting. She would sew everything. She sewed the kid’s 
clothes all the way up to middle school. Her hands were never still.Lola
 also worked at a John Deere and Mercantile Store as their bookkeeper in
 Scott City. With her first paycheck she bought Fostoria Glassware and 
with every paycheck after that we would buy more pieces. She has 
collected enough Glassware to give a complete set to all of her 
grandchildren.Lola is survived by her daughter: Sharon (Lyle) 
Zimmerman of Grinnell, KS; grandchildren: Daniel Weis, David Weis, Lance
 (Katie) Weis, Matthew (Meghan) Weis, Kayla Zimmerman, Rebecca Cook, and
 Janel Cook; great-grandchildren: Walter Weis, Sawyer Weis, Oliver Weis,
 Emersynn Weis, Eliot Weis, June Weis, and Daisy Weis; nieces and 
nephews: Kenneth Derley, Royce Derley, Debbie Derley. She is preceded 
by her parents: Cecil and Lavina; husband: Royce Cook; sons: Lee Royce 
and Verl Ray; brother: Charles (Stella) Derley.Services will be 
held on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Pauls Funeral Home, 
Oberlin. Visitation will be Thursday, April 13, from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM 
at the funeral home. The family will receive guests from 5:00 – 7:00 
PM. The burial will be in the Oberlin Cemetery. Memorial contributions
 may be made out to the Lola Cook Memorial Fund. Condolences can be 
left at www.paulsfh.com.

Lola M. Cook

In loving memory of my wife and our mother, Elberta Rose Anschutz, 
83, who passed away on April 10, 2023.&nbsp; 

She was the devoted wife of 
Roland Wayne Anschutz and loving mother of Martin Anschutz (Sandy) of 
Salina, KS, Richard Anschutz of Bushton, KS, Corwin Anschutz (Kitrina) 
of Little Elm, TX, and Laura Schwartz (Cody) of Clay Center KS.&nbsp; 

Elberta
 was born on August 28, 1939, and was predeceased by her parents, Carrel
 and Ruth (Miller) Carpenter, her sisters Zelda Ann Zabel and Carol June
 Carpenter.&nbsp; She left behind sisters, Margaret Dutcher, Dorie Hammond, 
and Bobbie Blaskey, and one brother, Larry Carpenter.&nbsp; Grandchildren 
left behind were Austin Anschutz, Brandon Loader, Brett Loader, Keaton 
Anschutz, Charlotte Anschutz, Cooper Schwartz, and Layton Schwartz.&nbsp; One
 Great Grandchild left behind was Carter Anschutz, and several nieces 
and nephews.

My wife and their mother, Elberta, was a loving, kind, and giving 
person who always put the needs of her family before her own.&nbsp; She was a
 strong woman known for her faith and instilled the importance of 
family, hard work, and doing what is right. She faced every challenge in
 her life with courage and dignity and was a source of inspiration to us
 all.

You will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget you. We love you so much. Rest in peace.

The memorial service will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church on 
April 22, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. with a reception following the service to 
be held at the BCDI Building in Bushton, KS.

Memorials may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church or Claflin EMS, in
 care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>In loving memory of my wife and our mother, Elberta Rose Anschutz, 
83, who passed away on April 10, 2023.&nbsp; She was the devoted wife of 
Roland Wayne Anschutz and loving mother of Martin Anschutz (Sandy) of 
Salina, KS, Richard Anschutz of Bushton, KS, Corwin Anschutz (Kitrina) 
of Little Elm, TX, and Laura Schwartz (Cody) of Clay Center KS.&nbsp; Elberta
 was born on August 28, 1939, and was predeceased by her parents, Carrel
 and Ruth (Miller) Carpenter, her sisters Zelda Ann Zabel and Carol June
 Carpenter.&nbsp; She left behind sisters, Margaret Dutcher, Dorie Hammond, 
and Bobbie Blaskey, and one brother, Larry Carpenter.&nbsp; Grandchildren 
left behind were Austin Anschutz, Brandon Loader, Brett Loader, Keaton 
Anschutz, Charlotte Anschutz, Cooper Schwartz, and Layton Schwartz.&nbsp; One
 Great Grandchild left behind was Carter Anschutz, and several nieces 
and nephews.My wife and their mother, Elberta, was a loving, kind, and giving 
person who always put the needs of her family before her own.&nbsp; She was a
 strong woman known for her faith and instilled the importance of 
family, hard work, and doing what is right. She faced every challenge in
 her life with courage and dignity and was a source of inspiration to us
 all.You will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget you. We love you so much. Rest in peace.The memorial service will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church on 
April 22, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. with a reception following the service to 
be held at the BCDI Building in Bushton, KS.Memorials may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church or Claflin EMS, in
 care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Elberta R. Anschutz

Darlene A. (Jacobs) Sander, age 88, of Hays, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Hays Medical Center.

She was born March 15, 1934, in Pfeifer, Kansas, to Anthony and Regina (Jacobs) Jacobs. &nbsp;She married John J. Sander on April 16, 1955, in Pfeifer, Kansas. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on May 16, 2012.

Darlene grew up in Pfeifer.&nbsp;She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and a volunteer for many years at the Hays Community Assistance Center. &nbsp;Darlene enjoyed athletics as a young woman and continued her lifelong interest in exercise and staying active with almost twenty years in a water aerobics class where she met and became friends with many of her classmates. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include her sons, Bryan Sander (Dee) of British Columbia, Canada and&nbsp;John Sander Jr.&nbsp;(Rachel) of Olathe, KS;&nbsp;her&nbsp;daughters, Karen Barnes (Aric) of&nbsp;Humble, TX; Jo Oliver&nbsp;(Russ) of&nbsp;Wichita, KS; Dianne Dye&nbsp;(Phillip) of&nbsp;Shawnee, KS&nbsp;and&nbsp;Eileen Moore&nbsp;(Chris) of&nbsp;Dallas, TX;&nbsp;her&nbsp;sisters,&nbsp;Isabelle&nbsp;Schuckman of&nbsp;Aurora, CO&nbsp;and&nbsp;Carol Moeder&nbsp;of Arvada, CO;&nbsp;her&nbsp;brother-in-law,&nbsp;Elmer Unrein of Bennett, Co;&nbsp;her&nbsp;sister-in-law,&nbsp;Clairella Jacobs of Hays, KS; ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. &nbsp;Darlene is also survived by her sister-in-law,&nbsp;and friend, Bernadette (Gary)&nbsp;Arnhold&nbsp;of Hays, KS.

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents;&nbsp;her husband; her&nbsp;two brothers;&nbsp;her&nbsp;eightsisters,&nbsp;and&nbsp;her&nbsp;one grandson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M.&nbsp;on Monday,&nbsp;April 17, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 18th&nbsp;&amp; Vine, Hays, with&nbsp;Father David Michael&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays. &nbsp;The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M.&nbsp;Monday at the church. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Hays Community Assistance Center or Locust Grove Village in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, KS&nbsp;67601. &nbsp;

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

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Darlene A. (Jacobs) Sander, age 88, of Hays, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Hays Medical Center.She was born March 15, 1934, in Pfeifer, Kansas, to Anthony and Regina (Jacobs) Jacobs. &nbsp;She married John J. Sander on April 16, 1955, in Pfeifer, Kansas. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on May 16, 2012.Darlene grew up in Pfeifer.&nbsp;She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and a volunteer for many years at the Hays Community Assistance Center. &nbsp;Darlene enjoyed athletics as a young woman and continued her lifelong interest in exercise and staying active with almost twenty years in a water aerobics class where she met and became friends with many of her classmates. &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her sons, Bryan Sander (Dee) of British Columbia, Canada and&nbsp;John Sander Jr.&nbsp;(Rachel) of Olathe, KS;&nbsp;her&nbsp;daughters, Karen Barnes (Aric) of&nbsp;Humble, TX; Jo Oliver&nbsp;(Russ) of&nbsp;Wichita, KS; Dianne Dye&nbsp;(Phillip) of&nbsp;Shawnee, KS&nbsp;and&nbsp;Eileen Moore&nbsp;(Chris) of&nbsp;Dallas, TX;&nbsp;her&nbsp;sisters,&nbsp;Isabelle&nbsp;Schuckman of&nbsp;Aurora, CO&nbsp;and&nbsp;Carol Moeder&nbsp;of Arvada, CO;&nbsp;her&nbsp;brother-in-law,&nbsp;Elmer Unrein of Bennett, Co;&nbsp;her&nbsp;sister-in-law,&nbsp;Clairella Jacobs of Hays, KS; ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. &nbsp;Darlene is also survived by her sister-in-law,&nbsp;and friend, Bernadette (Gary)&nbsp;Arnhold&nbsp;of Hays, KS.Darlene was preceded in death by her parents;&nbsp;her husband; her&nbsp;two brothers;&nbsp;her&nbsp;eightsisters,&nbsp;and&nbsp;her&nbsp;one grandson.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M.&nbsp;on Monday,&nbsp;April 17, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 18th&nbsp;&amp; Vine, Hays, with&nbsp;Father David Michael&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays. &nbsp;The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M.&nbsp;Monday at the church. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Hays Community Assistance Center or Locust Grove Village in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, KS&nbsp;67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest &nbsp;book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Darlene A. (Jacobs) Sander

Gary Dean Barber, 81, of Oberlin, passed away April 11, 2023, at the 
Good Samaritan Society of Decatur County. He was born June 22, 1941, in 
Winnwood, MO to William D. and Rose (McQuaid) Barber.

Gary grew up
 in Culbertson, NE. While in the military he received his GED. Gary 
married Carol Jean Hanes on July 3, 1963, in Oberlin. He was a brakeman 
for the Burlington Northern Railroad for years and was known as “Red." Gary was a great mechanic and spent a lot of time restoring old cars and
 motorcycle racing. He loved camping music and dancing. He was a member 
of the Prairie Dog Car Club and was associated with the Kingdom Hall 
Jehovah Witness congregation.

Gary was preceded in death by his 
parents; wife, Carol; son, Shawn Barber; sisters, Marcene Wilson and 
Alma Ann Sweeney, and brothers, Webb Barber and Jodie Barber. He is 
survived by his children: Damon D. Barber of Culbertson, NE, Danette 
(Lee) Kramer of Hastings, NE, Michelle Remmenga of Hastings, NE, and 
Karina (Jon) Fisher of Oberlin, KS; 10 grandchildren; 13 great 
grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

The 
family has chosen cremation and services will be held at a later date. 


Memorial contributions may be made to the Gary Barber Memorial Fund. 
Arrangements by: Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 
67749. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

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 </figure>Gary Dean Barber, 81, of Oberlin, passed away April 11, 2023, at the 
Good Samaritan Society of Decatur County. He was born June 22, 1941, in 
Winnwood, MO to William D. and Rose (McQuaid) Barber.Gary grew up
 in Culbertson, NE. While in the military he received his GED. Gary 
married Carol Jean Hanes on July 3, 1963, in Oberlin. He was a brakeman 
for the Burlington Northern Railroad for years and was known as “Red." Gary was a great mechanic and spent a lot of time restoring old cars and
 motorcycle racing. He loved camping music and dancing. He was a member 
of the Prairie Dog Car Club and was associated with the Kingdom Hall 
Jehovah Witness congregation.Gary was preceded in death by his 
parents; wife, Carol; son, Shawn Barber; sisters, Marcene Wilson and 
Alma Ann Sweeney, and brothers, Webb Barber and Jodie Barber. He is 
survived by his children: Damon D. Barber of Culbertson, NE, Danette 
(Lee) Kramer of Hastings, NE, Michelle Remmenga of Hastings, NE, and 
Karina (Jon) Fisher of Oberlin, KS; 10 grandchildren; 13 great 
grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.The 
family has chosen cremation and services will be held at a later date. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gary Barber Memorial Fund. 
Arrangements by: Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 
67749. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

Gary Dean Barber

Rita K. Schwarz, 99, of Grinnell, died Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023. She
 was born December 11, 1923, in Selden, KS, to Frederick and Rosa (Kaus)
 Juenemann. Rita married Walter Schwarz on June 4, 1946. They made their
 home on the Schwarz homestead northeast of Angelus. To this union, 
seven children were born. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Walter; brothers, Ben,
 Lawrence, Norbert, Gerald and John; sisters, Sister Rosalyn Juenemann 
and Alvera Long and son-in-law RJ Dickman, Jr. 
After Walter’s passing, Rita moved to Grinnell. She worked for the City 
of Grinnell for 24 years. Rita was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the
 Daughters of Isabella. She was a church organist at St. Paul’s Angelus,
 and Immaculate Conception, Grinnell, for many years. She was also a 
member of the Altar Society in both parishes. 
She is survived by her children, Victor (Sondra Sanborn), of Menlo, KS, 
Carl (Rebecca), of Colorado Springs, CO, Laurita (Vince) Berland, of 
Abilene, KS, Leona Dickman, of Grinnell, KS, Eugene (Linda), of Oakley, 
KS, Robert (Nancy), of Grinnell, and Rosalie (Joe) Capo, of Atwood, KS; 
siblings, Melvin Juenemann and Sister Carolyn Juenemann; 26 
grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 
13, 2023, at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, Grinnell. Funeral 
Mass is at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 14, 2023, at St. Paul Catholic 
Church, Angelus, with burial in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be 
made to the Immaculate Conception Church, St. Paul Catholic Church 
Restoration Fund or NWKS Hospice Services and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Rita K. Schwarz, 99, of Grinnell, died Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023. She
 was born December 11, 1923, in Selden, KS, to Frederick and Rosa (Kaus)
 Juenemann. Rita married Walter Schwarz on June 4, 1946. They made their
 home on the Schwarz homestead northeast of Angelus. To this union, 
seven children were born. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Walter; brothers, Ben,
 Lawrence, Norbert, Gerald and John; sisters, Sister Rosalyn Juenemann 
and Alvera Long and son-in-law RJ Dickman, Jr. 
After Walter’s passing, Rita moved to Grinnell. She worked for the City 
of Grinnell for 24 years. Rita was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and the
 Daughters of Isabella. She was a church organist at St. Paul’s Angelus,
 and Immaculate Conception, Grinnell, for many years. She was also a 
member of the Altar Society in both parishes. 
She is survived by her children, Victor (Sondra Sanborn), of Menlo, KS, 
Carl (Rebecca), of Colorado Springs, CO, Laurita (Vince) Berland, of 
Abilene, KS, Leona Dickman, of Grinnell, KS, Eugene (Linda), of Oakley, 
KS, Robert (Nancy), of Grinnell, and Rosalie (Joe) Capo, of Atwood, KS; 
siblings, Melvin Juenemann and Sister Carolyn Juenemann; 26 
grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 
13, 2023, at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, Grinnell. Funeral 
Mass is at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 14, 2023, at St. Paul Catholic 
Church, Angelus, with burial in the church cemetery. Memorials may be 
made to the Immaculate Conception Church, St. Paul Catholic Church 
Restoration Fund or NWKS Hospice Services and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Rita Katherine Schwarz (Juenemann)

Lawrence J. Augustine, age 89, of Lincoln, Neb., died April 9, 2023.

Born to Ignatius &amp; Anna Augustine on 3-5-34, Lawrence worked for 
Mid America Dairymen for 34 years as a milk allocator, Member of St. 
Peter’s Catholic Church, served in the National Guard from 1952-1961, 
Married his wife Betty Gnad on 10-11-58.

Survivors : Wife Betty of Lincoln, Sister Gladys Reiff- Wichita, KS. 
Sister in laws Almita Augustine- Salina, KS. Betty Augustine – Flat 
Rock, IN. Brother in law &amp; sister in law Leroy &amp; Mary Gnad- 
Hays, KS. Daughter Becky (Bob) Schipman – Lincoln, NE,&nbsp; Sons Lance &amp;
 Larse Augustine – Omaha, NE. Grandchildren Brittany (Brett) Grieb- 
Rochester, MN. Brianne (Caleb) Larsen- Lincoln, NE. Brandon Schipman- 
Lincoln, NE. Great Grand children Brayden, Brylee &amp; Baylor Grieb 
&amp; Sylvee, Vance &amp; Irving Larsen many Nieces &amp; Nephews.

Services: Visitation 10:00-11:00 Followed by Mass of Christian Burial
 at St. Peters Catholic Church, 4500 Duxhall Drive. Memorials to Peoples
 City Mission

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 </figure>Lawrence J. Augustine, age 89, of Lincoln, Neb., died April 9, 2023.Born to Ignatius &amp; Anna Augustine on 3-5-34, Lawrence worked for 
Mid America Dairymen for 34 years as a milk allocator, Member of St. 
Peter’s Catholic Church, served in the National Guard from 1952-1961, 
Married his wife Betty Gnad on 10-11-58.Survivors : Wife Betty of Lincoln, Sister Gladys Reiff- Wichita, KS. 
Sister in laws Almita Augustine- Salina, KS. Betty Augustine – Flat 
Rock, IN. Brother in law &amp; sister in law Leroy &amp; Mary Gnad- 
Hays, KS. Daughter Becky (Bob) Schipman – Lincoln, NE,&nbsp; Sons Lance &amp;
 Larse Augustine – Omaha, NE. Grandchildren Brittany (Brett) Grieb- 
Rochester, MN. Brianne (Caleb) Larsen- Lincoln, NE. Brandon Schipman- 
Lincoln, NE. Great Grand children Brayden, Brylee &amp; Baylor Grieb 
&amp; Sylvee, Vance &amp; Irving Larsen many Nieces &amp; Nephews.Services: Visitation 10:00-11:00 Followed by Mass of Christian Burial
 at St. Peters Catholic Church, 4500 Duxhall Drive. Memorials to Peoples
 City MissionBurial: Calvary cemetery.

Lawrence J. Augustine

On Monday, April 10th, 2023, Lewis Max McClay passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Max was preceded in death by his wife Farrell (Keas).&nbsp; Max and Farrell were married for 62 years. Max McClay is survived by his four daughters Renie McClay (Mike Beasley), Kristy McClay, Teri Rounsaville (George), and Merri Kruzan (Phil).&nbsp; He is also survived by grandchildren Nicholas Gauss (Rylan Deer), Philip Kruzan Jr.&nbsp; (Ellen), and Tyler Kruzan.&nbsp; Additionally, he was a very proud great-grandfather to Parker Max Kruzan and loved his nieces and nephews.

Moreover, Max was preceded in death by his sisters Nanette McDonald Morel, Maurine (Renie) Francke, and Naomi Hartnett.&nbsp;&nbsp; He also was preceded in death by his parents Velda McClay Morin, father Thyril McClay, stepfather Alvin Morin.

Max was born to Thyril and Velda McClay in Plainville, Kansas, on July 18, 1934.&nbsp; Max and Farrell went to high school together.&nbsp; Max was very involved in school sports, golf and basketball being his favorites. After graduation, he attended business school at Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas.

Max worked a variety of jobs learning great life skills.&nbsp; After leaving his job at Globe Oil he found his passion in insurance sales and management at Federated Insurance.&nbsp; &nbsp;Here he was promoted and moved to multiple locations,&nbsp; from Great Bend, Kansas, to Springfield, Missouri, to West Des Moines, Iowa and back to Springfield, Missouri.&nbsp; Federated became his second family. Max loved working with customers, and he also took great pleasure in working with his coworkers and the teams he managed. He retired at 60 and “wanted to travel while he could still carry his luggage.”

Wherever they moved, Max and Farrell always felt that Springfield was their home.&nbsp; This location was perfect for Max’s many hobbies, including golfing, traveling, hunting, fishing, camping and boating. He also enjoyed woodworking. When he wasn’t crafting a piece of furniture for one of his kids and grandkids, he was probably working on wood working projects for Brentwood Christian Church. Max also served on this organization’s leadership board.&nbsp; He and Farrell loved this religious community and were instrumental in its growth, including serving on the minister selection committee. He was also a member of Lion’s Club.

From Max’s family:&nbsp; Our Dad and Papa had an amazing heart.&nbsp; He cared for our mother for many years until her Alzheimer’s advanced.&nbsp;&nbsp; The day we moved mom to nursing care it broke his heart. Then it broke again the day she passed in 2016. We know he is happy to be reunited with his sweetie.&nbsp;&nbsp; He demonstrated his love for his daughters and grandkids on a regular basis.&nbsp; He would share new pictures and stories daily with anyone who would listen.

We thank the staff at Fremont Assisted Living for their amazing care. He adopted many new grandkids and daughters there among the employees, as they loved him dearly.&nbsp; He knew he had the greatest team of healthcare workers ever!!

In lieu of flowers, donations to Brentwood Christian Church or Habitat for Humanity are appreciated.

Services will be at Brentwood Christian Church on Monday, April 17.&nbsp; 9:00 am visitation and 10:00 am service. Please join us for lunch following.&nbsp; 1900 E Barataria, Springfield, Missouri.

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 </figure>On Monday, April 10th, 2023, Lewis Max McClay passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Max was preceded in death by his wife Farrell (Keas).&nbsp; Max and Farrell were married for 62 years. Max McClay is survived by his four daughters Renie McClay (Mike Beasley), Kristy McClay, Teri Rounsaville (George), and Merri Kruzan (Phil).&nbsp; He is also survived by grandchildren Nicholas Gauss (Rylan Deer), Philip Kruzan Jr.&nbsp; (Ellen), and Tyler Kruzan.&nbsp; Additionally, he was a very proud great-grandfather to Parker Max Kruzan and loved his nieces and nephews.Moreover, Max was preceded in death by his sisters Nanette McDonald Morel, Maurine (Renie) Francke, and Naomi Hartnett.&nbsp;&nbsp; He also was preceded in death by his parents Velda McClay Morin, father Thyril McClay, stepfather Alvin Morin.Max was born to Thyril and Velda McClay in Plainville, Kansas, on July 18, 1934.&nbsp; Max and Farrell went to high school together.&nbsp; Max was very involved in school sports, golf and basketball being his favorites. After graduation, he attended business school at Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas.Max worked a variety of jobs learning great life skills.&nbsp; After leaving his job at Globe Oil he found his passion in insurance sales and management at Federated Insurance.&nbsp; &nbsp;Here he was promoted and moved to multiple locations,&nbsp; from Great Bend, Kansas, to Springfield, Missouri, to West Des Moines, Iowa and back to Springfield, Missouri.&nbsp; Federated became his second family. Max loved working with customers, and he also took great pleasure in working with his coworkers and the teams he managed. He retired at 60 and “wanted to travel while he could still carry his luggage.”Wherever they moved, Max and Farrell always felt that Springfield was their home.&nbsp; This location was perfect for Max’s many hobbies, including golfing, traveling, hunting, fishing, camping and boating. He also enjoyed woodworking. When he wasn’t crafting a piece of furniture for one of his kids and grandkids, he was probably working on wood working projects for Brentwood Christian Church. Max also served on this organization’s leadership board.&nbsp; He and Farrell loved this religious community and were instrumental in its growth, including serving on the minister selection committee. He was also a member of Lion’s Club.From Max’s family:&nbsp; Our Dad and Papa had an amazing heart.&nbsp; He cared for our mother for many years until her Alzheimer’s advanced.&nbsp;&nbsp; The day we moved mom to nursing care it broke his heart. Then it broke again the day she passed in 2016. We know he is happy to be reunited with his sweetie.&nbsp;&nbsp; He demonstrated his love for his daughters and grandkids on a regular basis.&nbsp; He would share new pictures and stories daily with anyone who would listen.We thank the staff at Fremont Assisted Living for their amazing care. He adopted many new grandkids and daughters there among the employees, as they loved him dearly.&nbsp; He knew he had the greatest team of healthcare workers ever!!In lieu of flowers, donations to Brentwood Christian Church or Habitat for Humanity are appreciated.Services will be at Brentwood Christian Church on Monday, April 17.&nbsp; 9:00 am visitation and 10:00 am service. Please join us for lunch following.&nbsp; 1900 E Barataria, Springfield, Missouri.

Lewis Max McClay

Rocky&nbsp;L. Yoder, 68, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday,&nbsp;March 6, 2023, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Rocky was born November 17, 1954, in Cheyenne&nbsp;Wells, Colorado. &nbsp;He was one&nbsp;of five children born to Wilbur&nbsp;and&nbsp;Phyllis (Bedker) Yoder. &nbsp;At the age of 12, he started working in construction with his father. &nbsp;At 16, he worked&nbsp;at&nbsp;Jerry's Texaco Station&nbsp;changing tires and assisting with the pumps. &nbsp;In high school, he became interested in Rodeo&nbsp;bull riding. &nbsp;He graduated from Littleton High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then attended two years at Sterling College before he started working at the Arabian Horse Registry in Illinois. Later he returned to college and got a Degree in Agriculture Science. He moved to Russell, Kansas, in 2004.

Rocky&nbsp;was united in marriage to&nbsp;Brenda Schmidtberger on October 1, 2011, in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;They made their home in Russell.

Rocky worked at the Land&nbsp;O Lakes where he did the rations for cattle feed. &nbsp;He was a member of&nbsp;St. John Lutheran Church in&nbsp;Russell and&nbsp;St. Fidelis Catholic Church in Victoria,&nbsp;Kansas. &nbsp;He was known for his artistic wood carvings and had&nbsp;Art shows at the&nbsp;Deines&nbsp;Cultural&nbsp;Center and the 4-H Building in Russell.

Rocky’s surviving family include his&nbsp;wife of 11 years, Brenda of the home;&nbsp;two brothers, Larry Yoder (Karen) of Hugoton, Kansas and Randy Yoder (Shelley) of&nbsp;Wauneta, Nebraska; sister, Nancy&nbsp;Noble&nbsp;(Steve) of Lincoln, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews and friends.

Rocky was preceded in death by his parents and sister Melody Burr.

Celebration of Rocky’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM,&nbsp;Friday, April 21, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church of Russell. &nbsp;Cremation has taken place.&nbsp;Condolences may be&nbsp;sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Rocky&nbsp;L. Yoder, 68, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday,&nbsp;March 6, 2023, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Rocky was born November 17, 1954, in Cheyenne&nbsp;Wells, Colorado. &nbsp;He was one&nbsp;of five children born to Wilbur&nbsp;and&nbsp;Phyllis (Bedker) Yoder. &nbsp;At the age of 12, he started working in construction with his father. &nbsp;At 16, he worked&nbsp;at&nbsp;Jerry's Texaco Station&nbsp;changing tires and assisting with the pumps. &nbsp;In high school, he became interested in Rodeo&nbsp;bull riding. &nbsp;He graduated from Littleton High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then attended two years at Sterling College before he started working at the Arabian Horse Registry in Illinois. Later he returned to college and got a Degree in Agriculture Science. He moved to Russell, Kansas, in 2004.Rocky&nbsp;was united in marriage to&nbsp;Brenda Schmidtberger on October 1, 2011, in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;They made their home in Russell.Rocky worked at the Land&nbsp;O Lakes where he did the rations for cattle feed. &nbsp;He was a member of&nbsp;St. John Lutheran Church in&nbsp;Russell and&nbsp;St. Fidelis Catholic Church in Victoria,&nbsp;Kansas. &nbsp;He was known for his artistic wood carvings and had&nbsp;Art shows at the&nbsp;Deines&nbsp;Cultural&nbsp;Center and the 4-H Building in Russell.Rocky’s surviving family include his&nbsp;wife of 11 years, Brenda of the home;&nbsp;two brothers, Larry Yoder (Karen) of Hugoton, Kansas and Randy Yoder (Shelley) of&nbsp;Wauneta, Nebraska; sister, Nancy&nbsp;Noble&nbsp;(Steve) of Lincoln, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews and friends.Rocky was preceded in death by his parents and sister Melody Burr.Celebration of Rocky’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM,&nbsp;Friday, April 21, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church of Russell. &nbsp;Cremation has taken place.&nbsp;Condolences may be&nbsp;sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Rocky L. Yoder

Darrell Lee Braden died peacefully April 6, 2023, after a courageous fight with cancer in St. Francis, Kansas.&nbsp;

Kenneth and Wanda Braden celebrated Darrell's birth in 1958 in Phoenix, Arizona.&nbsp;

While living in Phoenix, Darrell began his passion for playing baseball from the time he was 5 years old.&nbsp;

Later in life, he would coach his son Dallas Braden, who went on to pitch for the Oakland As.&nbsp;

The family moved to Show Low where Darrell attended both grade school and high school.&nbsp;

After school Darrell was a bar room boxer, bull rider and loved to ride motorcycles.&nbsp;

He moved to Stockton, California, where he bought his first Harley and riding became his passion.&nbsp;

Darrell had several occupations and excelled in all of them. He was a Jack of all trades.&nbsp;

Darrell was an active member in AA. He had just received his medallion for celebrating 36 years of sobriety.&nbsp;

He became a sponsor to many, this was a group that became a family to
 him. He was highly thought of by this family and will be dearly 
missed.&nbsp;

Darrell moved to Bird City, Kansas, to pursue a life with his girlfriend Robin and get out of the rat race of big city life.&nbsp;

Darrell lived life his way and made many friends and acquaintances 
along the way. Knowing Darrell made you a better person. He was a giving
 and understanding individual. The loss of Darrell will leave a huge 
void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.&nbsp;

Darrell was preceded in death by his brother Dennis Braden Russeli, Stanley Russell and mother Wanda Exum.&nbsp;

Darrell was survived by girlfriend Robin Kauakahi, sons Dennis and 
Dallas, father Kenneth Braden (Judy) brother Cody Braden (Jeannie) 
sister Vicci Giger (Jim) brother Sam Russell (Tammy) sister Dani Jo 
Clegg (William) brother Carl Russell (Lori) brother Rod Russell and 
cousins, nieces and nephews. Darrell's longtime confident and friend 
Margo Lucero.&nbsp;

Darrell Braden's funeral service is set for Saturday, April 15, at 1:00
 p.m. in Bird City at the Wesleyan Community church, located on West Hwy
 36.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Darrell Lee Braden died peacefully April 6, 2023, after a courageous fight with cancer in St. Francis, Kansas.&nbsp;Kenneth and Wanda Braden celebrated Darrell's birth in 1958 in Phoenix, Arizona.&nbsp;While living in Phoenix, Darrell began his passion for playing baseball from the time he was 5 years old.&nbsp;Later in life, he would coach his son Dallas Braden, who went on to pitch for the Oakland As.&nbsp;The family moved to Show Low where Darrell attended both grade school and high school.&nbsp;After school Darrell was a bar room boxer, bull rider and loved to ride motorcycles.&nbsp;He moved to Stockton, California, where he bought his first Harley and riding became his passion.&nbsp;Darrell had several occupations and excelled in all of them. He was a Jack of all trades.&nbsp;Darrell was an active member in AA. He had just received his medallion for celebrating 36 years of sobriety.&nbsp;He became a sponsor to many, this was a group that became a family to
 him. He was highly thought of by this family and will be dearly 
missed.&nbsp;Darrell moved to Bird City, Kansas, to pursue a life with his girlfriend Robin and get out of the rat race of big city life.&nbsp;Darrell lived life his way and made many friends and acquaintances 
along the way. Knowing Darrell made you a better person. He was a giving
 and understanding individual. The loss of Darrell will leave a huge 
void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.&nbsp;Darrell was preceded in death by his brother Dennis Braden Russeli, Stanley Russell and mother Wanda Exum.&nbsp;Darrell was survived by girlfriend Robin Kauakahi, sons Dennis and 
Dallas, father Kenneth Braden (Judy) brother Cody Braden (Jeannie) 
sister Vicci Giger (Jim) brother Sam Russell (Tammy) sister Dani Jo 
Clegg (William) brother Carl Russell (Lori) brother Rod Russell and 
cousins, nieces and nephews. Darrell's longtime confident and friend 
Margo Lucero.&nbsp;Darrell Braden's funeral service is set for Saturday, April 15, at 1:00
 p.m. in Bird City at the Wesleyan Community church, located on West Hwy
 36.&nbsp;

Darrell Lee Braden

Charles V. “Chuck” Giebler, 92, Hays, died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Via Christi Village.

He was born April 11, 1930, in Hays, one
 of ten children of Martin and Susanna (Kisner) Giebler.&nbsp; Chuck attended
 Catherine Grade School, St. Joseph Military Academy, and was a graduate
 of Hays High School with the class of 1948.&nbsp; He was a Staff Sergeant 
and a flight mechanic in the U.S. Air Force.&nbsp; On May 16, 1953, he was 
united in marriage to Rose Ann Befort in Hays, and they celebrated 
nearly 66 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on March 5,
 2019.&nbsp; With his wife, he owned and operated Centennial Carpets and 
Putt-Putt Golf.&nbsp; Chuck was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church and the American Legion.&nbsp; He was an avid sports fan, always 
listening to TMP-M Monarchs, Kansas City Chiefs, and Kansas City Royals 
games.&nbsp; He enjoyed Putt-Putt golf, playing cards, polka dancing, tending
 to his beautiful yard, and fishing with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his two sons, Charles
 Giebler and wife Carla of Hays and Kevin Giebler and wife Sue Ann of 
Dallas, TX, daughter, Wanda Rohr and husband Mike of Hays, five 
grandchildren, Christa Beiker and husband Josh, Jason Dreiling and wife 
Christina, Curtis Giebler and wife Natasha, Alex Giebler, and Kate 
Giebler, six great grandchildren, Harper and Avery Dreiling, Taryn and 
Avryn Beiker, Lucas Burton, and Blake Shelton, and numerous nieces and 
nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Rose Ann, four brothers, and five sisters. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery with military honors by the Hays VFW Honor Guard.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am 
until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A 
vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm on Monday at the funeral 
home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to TMP-M High School, St. Nicholas of 
Myra Catholic Church, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Chuck 
may be shared with his family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Charles V. “Chuck” Giebler, 92, Hays, died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Via Christi Village.He was born April 11, 1930, in Hays, one
 of ten children of Martin and Susanna (Kisner) Giebler.&nbsp; Chuck attended
 Catherine Grade School, St. Joseph Military Academy, and was a graduate
 of Hays High School with the class of 1948.&nbsp; He was a Staff Sergeant 
and a flight mechanic in the U.S. Air Force.&nbsp; On May 16, 1953, he was 
united in marriage to Rose Ann Befort in Hays, and they celebrated 
nearly 66 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on March 5,
 2019.&nbsp; With his wife, he owned and operated Centennial Carpets and 
Putt-Putt Golf.&nbsp; Chuck was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church and the American Legion.&nbsp; He was an avid sports fan, always 
listening to TMP-M Monarchs, Kansas City Chiefs, and Kansas City Royals 
games.&nbsp; He enjoyed Putt-Putt golf, playing cards, polka dancing, tending
 to his beautiful yard, and fishing with his grandchildren.Survivors include his two sons, Charles
 Giebler and wife Carla of Hays and Kevin Giebler and wife Sue Ann of 
Dallas, TX, daughter, Wanda Rohr and husband Mike of Hays, five 
grandchildren, Christa Beiker and husband Josh, Jason Dreiling and wife 
Christina, Curtis Giebler and wife Natasha, Alex Giebler, and Kate 
Giebler, six great grandchildren, Harper and Avery Dreiling, Taryn and 
Avryn Beiker, Lucas Burton, and Blake Shelton, and numerous nieces and 
nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Rose Ann, four brothers, and five sisters. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery with military honors by the Hays VFW Honor Guard.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am 
until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A 
vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm on Monday at the funeral 
home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to TMP-M High School, St. Nicholas of 
Myra Catholic Church, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Chuck 
may be shared with his family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Charles V. 'Chuck' Giebler

Phillipsburg resident William Frederick Schick passed away April 10, 2023, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS at the age of 67.

He was born August 10, 1955, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, the son of Max and Norma (Wagner) Schick.

Survivors include his parents, two brothers Merlyn and Steven Schick 
of Phillipsburg, two sisters Anita Powell and her husband Joel of Colby,
 Nancy Jenner and her husband Mike of Prairie View, along with many 
nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the 
Huck Boyd Community Center, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Lee Bennight 
officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve 
Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Emmanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Stuttgart.

Mr. Schick will lie in state from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. 
to 5 p.m. Friday in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with
 the family receiving friends Friday evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 
visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Phillipsburg resident William Frederick Schick passed away April 10, 2023, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS at the age of 67.He was born August 10, 1955, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, the son of Max and Norma (Wagner) Schick.Survivors include his parents, two brothers Merlyn and Steven Schick 
of Phillipsburg, two sisters Anita Powell and her husband Joel of Colby,
 Nancy Jenner and her husband Mike of Prairie View, along with many 
nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the 
Huck Boyd Community Center, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Lee Bennight 
officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve 
Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Emmanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Stuttgart.Mr. Schick will lie in state from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. 
to 5 p.m. Friday in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with
 the family receiving friends Friday evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 
visitation.Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.

William Frederick Schick

An obituary is pending with Knodel Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.knodelfunerals.com/obituary/darrell-braden">HERE</a> for service details.

April 9, 1958 - April 6, 2023An obituary is pending with Knodel Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.knodelfunerals.com/obituary/darrell-braden">HERE</a> for service details.

Charles V. "Chuck" Giebler, 92, Hays, died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Via Christi Village.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Charles V. "Chuck" Giebler, 92, Hays, died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Via Christi Village.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

February 18, 1942
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 9, 2023

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

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 </figure>February 18, 1942
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 9, 2023An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Galen-Duane-Smith?obId=27697734#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Francis Frank Unrein, age 89, of Gorham, Kansas, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023, at the Girard Medical Center in Girard, Kansas.

He was&nbsp;born October 8, 1933, in Schoenchen, Kansas, to Peter and Agatha (Leikam) Unrein. &nbsp;He married Ellen (Nowak) on February 1, 1958, at Gorham. &nbsp;She preceded him&nbsp;in death on September 12, 1982.&nbsp;Then&nbsp;he married Charlene (Braun) on May 9, 1998, at Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

He was lineman-in-charge at Midwest Energy for 38 years and retired in 1996. &nbsp;He grew up and attended school in Schoenchen then moved to Gorham in 1957. &nbsp;He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham 3rd&nbsp;degree Knights of Columbus, and a volunteer on the Gorham Fire Department for 15 years. He enjoyed restoring cars, riding motorcycles, playing cards, C-B radios, &nbsp;and doing wiring jobs on the side. &nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Charlene Unrein, of the home; his children, Ernie Unrein, Parsons, KS; Glen Unrein and wife, Michele, Victoria, KS; Martin Unrein and wife, Kristy, Southaven, MS; his &nbsp;grandchildren, Audrey Lewis and husband, Jesse; Cory Unrein and wife, Tiffany; Amber Younger and husband, Joel; Courtney Unrein; Jordan&nbsp;Unrein; his nine&nbsp;great grandchildren;&nbsp;his step-children, David VonFeldt, Victoria; KS; Sandy Scheck, Hays, KS; Peggy Klaus and husband, Terry, Victoria, KS; his step-grandchildren, Cody Scheck and wife, Mikayla, Blake Klaus and wife, Macy; Trenton Klaus and wife, Jacy; Lori VonFeldt; his three step-great grandchildren; his brother, Clem Unrein and wife, Viola, Hays, KS; his sisters-in-law, Wilma Unrein,&nbsp;and Alice Unrein, Wichita, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Agatha; his&nbsp;former&nbsp;wife, Ellen; his step-son-in-law, Rick Scheck;&nbsp;his&nbsp;brothers/sisters&nbsp;and half-brothers/half-sisters,&nbsp;Emma Legleiter; Jake Unrein; Carl Unrein; Ben Unrein; Mary Zimmerman; Tony Unrein; Henry Unrein; Barb Hansen; John Unrein; Jenny Holzmeister; Paul Unrein; Celly Unrein; Alvin Unrein; Joe Unrein; Josie Unrein; and Larry Unrein.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham,&nbsp;with Father Michael Elan officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Gorham.

A Gorham Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Friday, followed by a vigil service at 7:00 P.M. Friday, all&nbsp;at&nbsp;St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham.

The family suggests memorials payable to: St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St Mary’s Cemetery in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Francis Frank Unrein, age 89, of Gorham, Kansas, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023, at the Girard Medical Center in Girard, Kansas.He was&nbsp;born October 8, 1933, in Schoenchen, Kansas, to Peter and Agatha (Leikam) Unrein. &nbsp;He married Ellen (Nowak) on February 1, 1958, at Gorham. &nbsp;She preceded him&nbsp;in death on September 12, 1982.&nbsp;Then&nbsp;he married Charlene (Braun) on May 9, 1998, at Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;He was lineman-in-charge at Midwest Energy for 38 years and retired in 1996. &nbsp;He grew up and attended school in Schoenchen then moved to Gorham in 1957. &nbsp;He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham 3rd&nbsp;degree Knights of Columbus, and a volunteer on the Gorham Fire Department for 15 years. He enjoyed restoring cars, riding motorcycles, playing cards, C-B radios, &nbsp;and doing wiring jobs on the side. &nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Charlene Unrein, of the home; his children, Ernie Unrein, Parsons, KS; Glen Unrein and wife, Michele, Victoria, KS; Martin Unrein and wife, Kristy, Southaven, MS; his &nbsp;grandchildren, Audrey Lewis and husband, Jesse; Cory Unrein and wife, Tiffany; Amber Younger and husband, Joel; Courtney Unrein; Jordan&nbsp;Unrein; his nine&nbsp;great grandchildren;&nbsp;his step-children, David VonFeldt, Victoria; KS; Sandy Scheck, Hays, KS; Peggy Klaus and husband, Terry, Victoria, KS; his step-grandchildren, Cody Scheck and wife, Mikayla, Blake Klaus and wife, Macy; Trenton Klaus and wife, Jacy; Lori VonFeldt; his three step-great grandchildren; his brother, Clem Unrein and wife, Viola, Hays, KS; his sisters-in-law, Wilma Unrein,&nbsp;and Alice Unrein, Wichita, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Agatha; his&nbsp;former&nbsp;wife, Ellen; his step-son-in-law, Rick Scheck;&nbsp;his&nbsp;brothers/sisters&nbsp;and half-brothers/half-sisters,&nbsp;Emma Legleiter; Jake Unrein; Carl Unrein; Ben Unrein; Mary Zimmerman; Tony Unrein; Henry Unrein; Barb Hansen; John Unrein; Jenny Holzmeister; Paul Unrein; Celly Unrein; Alvin Unrein; Joe Unrein; Josie Unrein; and Larry Unrein.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham,&nbsp;with Father Michael Elan officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Gorham.A Gorham Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Friday, followed by a vigil service at 7:00 P.M. Friday, all&nbsp;at&nbsp;St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gorham.The family suggests memorials payable to: St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St Mary’s Cemetery in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest &nbsp;book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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