Josephine Marie (Holzmeister) Kuntz, 99, of Quinter, Kansas, passed 
away on March 28, 2023, at Gove County Long Term Care in Quinter.&nbsp; 
Josephine was born on January 23, 1924, on a farm north of Bison, KS to 
John and Susan (Herman) Holzmeister.

Funeral service will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Park on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in the 
Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Schmitt Funeral Home, 
Quinter, on Friday, March 31, 2023, starting at 6:00 p.m. with a vigil 
following at 7:30 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Altar Society of Park.

Josephine Marie (Holzmeister) Kuntz, 99, of Quinter, Kansas, passed 
away on March 28, 2023, at Gove County Long Term Care in Quinter.&nbsp; 
Josephine was born on January 23, 1924, on a farm north of Bison, KS to 
John and Susan (Herman) Holzmeister.Funeral service will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Park on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in the 
Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Schmitt Funeral Home, 
Quinter, on Friday, March 31, 2023, starting at 6:00 p.m. with a vigil 
following at 7:30 p.m.Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Altar Society of Park.

Josephine Marie Kuntz

DOWNS — Eugene “Gene” Wagner passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023.&nbsp; He was born September 24, 1933 to Frank and Philomena (Gradig) Wagner on a farm south of Downs.

He is preceded in death by his sisters; Leona Budke and Loretta Eilert and&nbsp; grandson, Justin Wagner.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara of the home; children: Larry (Christy) Wagner of Wellington, CO, Dale (Shelley) Wagner of Columbia, MO, Richard (Sandy) Wagner of Downs, Bill (Theresa) Wagner of Rock Springs, WY, Connie (Gerald) Potts of Woodston, Judy Wagner of Victorville, CA, Betty (Jesse) Schreuder of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Leslie (Hollie) Wagner of Nixa, MO; 24 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Downs.&nbsp; A Vigil service will be held Friday evening March 31 at 7:00 p.m. at the church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Downs Care &amp; Rehab Center or the church in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

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 </figure>DOWNS — Eugene “Gene” Wagner passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023.&nbsp; He was born September 24, 1933 to Frank and Philomena (Gradig) Wagner on a farm south of Downs.Mr. Wagner was a farmer.He is preceded in death by his sisters; Leona Budke and Loretta Eilert and&nbsp; grandson, Justin Wagner.He is survived by his wife, Barbara of the home; children: Larry (Christy) Wagner of Wellington, CO, Dale (Shelley) Wagner of Columbia, MO, Richard (Sandy) Wagner of Downs, Bill (Theresa) Wagner of Rock Springs, WY, Connie (Gerald) Potts of Woodston, Judy Wagner of Victorville, CA, Betty (Jesse) Schreuder of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Leslie (Hollie) Wagner of Nixa, MO; 24 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Downs.&nbsp; A Vigil service will be held Friday evening March 31 at 7:00 p.m. at the church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Downs Care &amp; Rehab Center or the church in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

Eugene 'Gene' Wagner

Barbara L. Hileman, 76, died March 27, 2023, at Scott County Hospital 
in Scott City.&nbsp; She was born on March 20, 1947, in Montebello, California,&nbsp; the daughter of Robert and Louise (Willis) Ricks.

Barbara spent her childhood in the Los Angeles area, graduating from 
Montebello High School in 1965.&nbsp; On January 28, 1972, she married Wayne 
Hileman.&nbsp; They celebrated 51 years of marriage.&nbsp; The couple lived in 
California for a number of years before moving to Dodge City.&nbsp; Barbara 
worked as an administrative assistant to the director of the Kansas 
Soldiers’ Home and at the Lamplighter Club. Barbara enjoyed spending 
time at the beach, sailing, riding Harley motorcycles, and she was an 
avid reader.&nbsp; Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

She is survived by her husband Wayne of Fort Dodge; daughter, Amanda 
Hestermann and husband Kyle of Scott City; son, Willis Hileman of Dodge 
City, a brother, Thomas Ricks of Dodge City; and seven grandchildren, 
Alexis, Angelica, Kaden, Graham, Anthony, Nelli, and Gracie.&nbsp; Barbara is
 preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel, Dodge City, on 
Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 2:00PM with Pastor Kyle Evans presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery in Ft. Dodge.&nbsp; There is 
no visitation as cremation has taken place.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to 
the Fort Dodge Activity Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and 
memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Barbara L. Hileman, 76, died March 27, 2023, at Scott County Hospital 
in Scott City.&nbsp; She was born on March 20, 1947, in Montebello, California,&nbsp; the daughter of Robert and Louise (Willis) Ricks.Barbara spent her childhood in the Los Angeles area, graduating from 
Montebello High School in 1965.&nbsp; On January 28, 1972, she married Wayne 
Hileman.&nbsp; They celebrated 51 years of marriage.&nbsp; The couple lived in 
California for a number of years before moving to Dodge City.&nbsp; Barbara 
worked as an administrative assistant to the director of the Kansas 
Soldiers’ Home and at the Lamplighter Club. Barbara enjoyed spending 
time at the beach, sailing, riding Harley motorcycles, and she was an 
avid reader.&nbsp; Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.She is survived by her husband Wayne of Fort Dodge; daughter, Amanda 
Hestermann and husband Kyle of Scott City; son, Willis Hileman of Dodge 
City, a brother, Thomas Ricks of Dodge City; and seven grandchildren, 
Alexis, Angelica, Kaden, Graham, Anthony, Nelli, and Gracie.&nbsp; Barbara is
 preceded in death by her parents.Funeral service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel, Dodge City, on 
Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 2:00PM with Pastor Kyle Evans presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery in Ft. Dodge.&nbsp; There is 
no visitation as cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to 
the Fort Dodge Activity Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and 
memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Barbara L. Hileman

Ethel M. Peterson, 89, died Monday, March 27, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City.

She was born on October 31, 1933, the daughter of Henry and Myrtle 
(Smith) Peterson on Happy Hallow Stock Farm just south of the Hodgeman 
County line. She was a lifetime resident of Ford County.

Ethel attended Dodge City High School and graduated in 1952. After 
graduation, she attended Fort Hays State University and received a 
Masters degree in Counseling. She also did graduate work at Colorado 
State University in Fort Collins.

She was a teacher in the Dodge City and Kismet school districts 
before becoming the director of counseling for USD 443 in Dodge City. 
She also taught for Kansas Newman University from 1994 to 1996 when she 
retired.

Ethel was also a Kansas Legislator in 1996. She was a board member 
with various organizations including; the NEA, the KNEA, Dodge City 
Credit Union, CASA, New Chance, Dodge City Community College, Kansas 
Teachers Hall of Fame, and the Dodge City School District. She was also 
the first President of the Red Hat Society.

She was a member of the Universalist Church of the Larger Fellowship.

Her survivors include: her nieces and nephews, Nancy Browne, Judy 
Byer and husband Jack, Dennis Peterson, Darrel Peterson and wife Vicki, 
Susan Bristor and husband Randy, Terry Skinner, Vicki Austin and husband
 Jim, Becky Steinkuehler, Lindy Duree and husband Warren, Kathy Konrade 
and husband Tom, Sandy Ontiberos, Tammy Schweitzer and husband Randy, 
Billie Diane Kroeker and husband Richard, Rita Clark and husband Joe, 
Rhonda Zywicki, , Sheena Wyatt, and John Smith and a nephew-in-law, 
Eddie Day; numerous great nieces and nephews and numerous great great 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 4 brothers, Harry, Victor, 
Robert and Norman Peterson; 2 sisters, Arlene Dumler and Viola 
Steinkuehler; 2 brothers-in-law, Herman Dumler and Jiggs Steinkuehler; 2
 sisters-in-law, Audrey Peterson and Frances Burkey; a nephew, Mickey 
Peterson; and 2 nieces, Glenda Crawford and Tonya Day.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be announced and held at a 
later date. There will be no public viewing as cremation as already 
taken place.

The family suggests memorials to CASA or the Shade Tree Commission 
both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, 
Kansas, 67801.

Ethel M. Peterson, 89, died Monday, March 27, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City.She was born on October 31, 1933, the daughter of Henry and Myrtle 
(Smith) Peterson on Happy Hallow Stock Farm just south of the Hodgeman 
County line. She was a lifetime resident of Ford County.Ethel attended Dodge City High School and graduated in 1952. After 
graduation, she attended Fort Hays State University and received a 
Masters degree in Counseling. She also did graduate work at Colorado 
State University in Fort Collins.She was a teacher in the Dodge City and Kismet school districts 
before becoming the director of counseling for USD 443 in Dodge City. 
She also taught for Kansas Newman University from 1994 to 1996 when she 
retired.Ethel was also a Kansas Legislator in 1996. She was a board member 
with various organizations including; the NEA, the KNEA, Dodge City 
Credit Union, CASA, New Chance, Dodge City Community College, Kansas 
Teachers Hall of Fame, and the Dodge City School District. She was also 
the first President of the Red Hat Society.She was a member of the Universalist Church of the Larger Fellowship.Her survivors include: her nieces and nephews, Nancy Browne, Judy 
Byer and husband Jack, Dennis Peterson, Darrel Peterson and wife Vicki, 
Susan Bristor and husband Randy, Terry Skinner, Vicki Austin and husband
 Jim, Becky Steinkuehler, Lindy Duree and husband Warren, Kathy Konrade 
and husband Tom, Sandy Ontiberos, Tammy Schweitzer and husband Randy, 
Billie Diane Kroeker and husband Richard, Rita Clark and husband Joe, 
Rhonda Zywicki, , Sheena Wyatt, and John Smith and a nephew-in-law, 
Eddie Day; numerous great nieces and nephews and numerous great great 
nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; 4 brothers, Harry, Victor, 
Robert and Norman Peterson; 2 sisters, Arlene Dumler and Viola 
Steinkuehler; 2 brothers-in-law, Herman Dumler and Jiggs Steinkuehler; 2
 sisters-in-law, Audrey Peterson and Frances Burkey; a nephew, Mickey 
Peterson; and 2 nieces, Glenda Crawford and Tonya Day.A Gathering of Family and Friends will be announced and held at a 
later date. There will be no public viewing as cremation as already 
taken place.The family suggests memorials to CASA or the Shade Tree Commission 
both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, 
Kansas, 67801.

Ethel M. Peterson

Bernette R. Stadelman, age 77, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

She was born December 31, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, to Daniel and Ida (Pfeifer) Brungardt. She married Frank Stadelman Jr. August 31, 1968, at St. Joseph’s Church in Hays.&nbsp;

Bernette had quite the green thumb, she loved flowers and gardening, as well as cooking for her family, watching the Kansas City Royals and Fort Hays State University sports.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Ellis.

She is survived by her husband, a daughter, Doreen Wente, Quinter; twin sister, Jeanette (Jim) Wellbrock, Arvada, CO; twin brothers, Harold Brungardt, Aurora, CO; and Darrell Brungardt, Honolulu, HI; granddaughter, Shawna Deines and great grandson, James Howard, both of Quinter, KS; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and son in law, Michael Wente.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 31, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery.

Visitation will be Thursday 5 PM - 8 PM and Friday 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

A combined Rosary and Parish Vigil will be Thursday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Church or St. Mary's School.

Condolences may be left on Bernette's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

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 </figure>Bernette R. Stadelman, age 77, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.She was born December 31, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, to Daniel and Ida (Pfeifer) Brungardt. She married Frank Stadelman Jr. August 31, 1968, at St. Joseph’s Church in Hays.&nbsp;Bernette had quite the green thumb, she loved flowers and gardening, as well as cooking for her family, watching the Kansas City Royals and Fort Hays State University sports.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Ellis.She is survived by her husband, a daughter, Doreen Wente, Quinter; twin sister, Jeanette (Jim) Wellbrock, Arvada, CO; twin brothers, Harold Brungardt, Aurora, CO; and Darrell Brungardt, Honolulu, HI; granddaughter, Shawna Deines and great grandson, James Howard, both of Quinter, KS; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.She is preceded in death by her parents, and son in law, Michael Wente.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 31, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery.Visitation will be Thursday 5 PM - 8 PM and Friday 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined Rosary and Parish Vigil will be Thursday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Church or St. Mary's School.Condolences may be left on Bernette's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Bernette R. Stadelman

Janet Pearson, age 90, of Ulysses, Kansas, died Monday, March 27, 2023, 
at Western Prairie Senior Living Community in Ulysses. She was born May
 18, 1932, in Larned, Kansas, the daughter of Emery and Jewell 
(Davidson) Windmill. 
Janet’s family moved to Johnson when she was 12 years old, and she 
graduated from Johnson High School in 1950. She married Charles Orlin 
(C.O.) Pearson on July 15, 1951, in Johnson. Over the years, Janet 
worked as a bookkeeper for Ulysses Co-op and was a desk clerk at Single 
Tree Inn. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Shelton 
Memorial Christian Church. Janet loved getting together with friends 
and played with many Bridge clubs. 
Janet is survived by her children, Kris Pearson and wife Gayle of 
Overland Park, Rhett Pearson of Ulysses, and Julie Boyer of Sunray, 
Texas; daughter-in-law, Janice Pearson of Goodland; seven grandchildren 
and many great-grandchildren. 
Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Emery and Jewell Windmill; 
husband, C.O. Pearson; sisters, Charlene Garrison and Emeryl Morris; and
 son, David Pearson. 
A private family inurnment will be held at the Ulysses Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions may be given to the donor’s choice in care of 
Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

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 </figure>Janet Pearson, age 90, of Ulysses, Kansas, died Monday, March 27, 2023, 
at Western Prairie Senior Living Community in Ulysses. She was born May
 18, 1932, in Larned, Kansas, the daughter of Emery and Jewell 
(Davidson) Windmill. 
Janet’s family moved to Johnson when she was 12 years old, and she 
graduated from Johnson High School in 1950. She married Charles Orlin 
(C.O.) Pearson on July 15, 1951, in Johnson. Over the years, Janet 
worked as a bookkeeper for Ulysses Co-op and was a desk clerk at Single 
Tree Inn. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Shelton 
Memorial Christian Church. Janet loved getting together with friends 
and played with many Bridge clubs. 
Janet is survived by her children, Kris Pearson and wife Gayle of 
Overland Park, Rhett Pearson of Ulysses, and Julie Boyer of Sunray, 
Texas; daughter-in-law, Janice Pearson of Goodland; seven grandchildren 
and many great-grandchildren. 
Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Emery and Jewell Windmill; 
husband, C.O. Pearson; sisters, Charlene Garrison and Emeryl Morris; and
 son, David Pearson. 
A private family inurnment will be held at the Ulysses Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions may be given to the donor’s choice in care of 
Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

Janet Pearson

Donna Jean "DJ" Kuhn of Russell, Kansas, 66, died Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Wheatland Nursing Home after a courageous battle with cancer. DJ was born to Eldon and Norma (Born) Dreier in Freeport, Illinois.&nbsp; When she was growing up the family moved often, they lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Riverton, Wyoming, and Miami, Florida.&nbsp;

DJ graduated from Miami Killian High School in Florida and went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Wyoming. She then held positions with Union Oil and Emphasis Oil and later became an employee of the US Postal Service where she worked for 36 years, retiring as postmaster in Victoria in April of 2022.&nbsp;

In 1996, she married Raymond E. Kuhn near Cripple Creek, Colorado, and they made their home south of Russell.

DJ attended St. John’s Lutheran Church in Russell where she was a long-time member of the bell choir.&nbsp; She was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Women in Fellowship, Daughters of Isabella and Soul Sisters.&nbsp; She was also a strong supporter of the Special Olympics.

DJ’s zest for life was evident in the variety of activities she enjoyed. She was proud to have earned her black belt in Tae Kwon Do.&nbsp; She enjoyed walking and being outdoors, traveling, shopping, reading, and enjoying time with her many friends.&nbsp; She was the ultimate party planner and decorator. She always came to social gatherings with hand-crafted gifts and favors.&nbsp; Besides working for the post office, she supported it as well as she often remembered friends with cards for holidays and other special occasions.&nbsp; Many of her postal customers became her friends and have stories of special favors she did for them.&nbsp; She was also known by her friends for being selfless and her many random acts of kindness, always in an unobtrusive way.

In addition to her spouse, DJ is survived by her son Andy Schultz of Great Bend, mother Norma of Russell, stepson Jon Kuhn of Wichita, her twin brother Brian Dreier and spouse Eugene Chavez of Albuquerque, New Mexico, sister-in-law Marsha Dreier of Fort Laramie, Wyoming, sister-in-law Eileen Schmidt and husband Cecil of Rose Hill, Kansas, and very dear friends Amy Schmitt, Susan Krug, and Melanie Hoch.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Sarah Schultz, brother Craig Dreier, father Eldon W. Dreier, in-laws Ralph and Luella Kuhn, and sister-in-law Geraldine Kuhn.

Per her request, there will be no funeral service.&nbsp; A gathering will be held at 1:00 PM on April 2, 2023, at the Gorham Senior Center.&nbsp; Those wishing to honor her memory may donate to the Hays or Russell Special Olympics or the Russell Play Park in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.

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 </figure>Donna Jean "DJ" Kuhn of Russell, Kansas, 66, died Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Wheatland Nursing Home after a courageous battle with cancer. DJ was born to Eldon and Norma (Born) Dreier in Freeport, Illinois.&nbsp; When she was growing up the family moved often, they lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Riverton, Wyoming, and Miami, Florida.&nbsp;DJ graduated from Miami Killian High School in Florida and went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Wyoming. She then held positions with Union Oil and Emphasis Oil and later became an employee of the US Postal Service where she worked for 36 years, retiring as postmaster in Victoria in April of 2022.&nbsp;In 1996, she married Raymond E. Kuhn near Cripple Creek, Colorado, and they made their home south of Russell.DJ attended St. John’s Lutheran Church in Russell where she was a long-time member of the bell choir.&nbsp; She was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Women in Fellowship, Daughters of Isabella and Soul Sisters.&nbsp; She was also a strong supporter of the Special Olympics.DJ’s zest for life was evident in the variety of activities she enjoyed. She was proud to have earned her black belt in Tae Kwon Do.&nbsp; She enjoyed walking and being outdoors, traveling, shopping, reading, and enjoying time with her many friends.&nbsp; She was the ultimate party planner and decorator. She always came to social gatherings with hand-crafted gifts and favors.&nbsp; Besides working for the post office, she supported it as well as she often remembered friends with cards for holidays and other special occasions.&nbsp; Many of her postal customers became her friends and have stories of special favors she did for them.&nbsp; She was also known by her friends for being selfless and her many random acts of kindness, always in an unobtrusive way.In addition to her spouse, DJ is survived by her son Andy Schultz of Great Bend, mother Norma of Russell, stepson Jon Kuhn of Wichita, her twin brother Brian Dreier and spouse Eugene Chavez of Albuquerque, New Mexico, sister-in-law Marsha Dreier of Fort Laramie, Wyoming, sister-in-law Eileen Schmidt and husband Cecil of Rose Hill, Kansas, and very dear friends Amy Schmitt, Susan Krug, and Melanie Hoch.She was preceded in death by her daughter Sarah Schultz, brother Craig Dreier, father Eldon W. Dreier, in-laws Ralph and Luella Kuhn, and sister-in-law Geraldine Kuhn.Per her request, there will be no funeral service.&nbsp; A gathering will be held at 1:00 PM on April 2, 2023, at the Gorham Senior Center.&nbsp; Those wishing to honor her memory may donate to the Hays or Russell Special Olympics or the Russell Play Park in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.

Donna Jean 'DJ' Kuhn

Eugene “Gene” Wagner passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023.  He was born September 24, 1933, to Frank and Philomena (Gradig) Wagner on a farm south of Downs.

He is preceded in death by his sisters; Leona Budke and Loretta Eilert and  grandson, Justin Wagner.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Downs.  A Vigil service will be held Friday evening, March 31, at 7:00 p.m. at the church. 

 Memorials may be given to Downs Care &amp; Rehab Center or the church in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

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 </figure>Eugene “Gene” Wagner passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023. He was born September 24, 1933, to Frank and Philomena (Gradig) Wagner on a farm south of Downs.Mr. Wagner was a farmer.He is preceded in death by his sisters; Leona Budke and Loretta Eilert and grandson, Justin Wagner.He is survived by his wife, Barbara of the home; children: Larry (Christy) Wagner of Wellington, CO, Dale (Shelley) Wagner of Columbia, MO, Richard (Sandy) Wagner of Downs, Bill (Theresa) Wagner of Rock Springs, WY, Connie (Gerald) Potts of Woodston, Judy Wagner of Victorville, CA, Betty (Jesse) Schreuder of Lee’s Summit, MO, and Leslie (Hollie) Wagner of Nixa, MO; 24 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Downs. A Vigil service will be held Friday evening, March 31, at 7:00 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be given to Downs Care &amp; Rehab Center or the church in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

Carson Charles Cobb, born October 19, 1975, in Colorado Springs, CO, passed away March 19, 2023, in Colby, KS. 
Carson was a gentle soul with a tender heart and a formidable presence. 
He loved the solitude of driving a truck, the danger of dirt biking 
through the mountains, and the thrill of picking up unique items at 
antique stores. 
Carson was surrounded with love from his five sisters, Yavonne, Linette,
 Melissa, Justina and Marcella; four nephews, KC, Dakota, Montana and 
Parker; two nieces, Hannah and Olivia, and his devoted companion Lesa. 
He will be sorely missed at dinners, game nights and reunions by all his friends and family. 
Carson joins his parents, Charles and Linda Cobb; Grandma Sally, 
Granddad Willard, and Grandma and Grandpa Bartholomew in a place without
 pain, sorrow and heartache.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Carson Charles Cobb, born October 19, 1975, in Colorado Springs, CO, passed away March 19, 2023, in Colby, KS. 
Carson was a gentle soul with a tender heart and a formidable presence. 
He loved the solitude of driving a truck, the danger of dirt biking 
through the mountains, and the thrill of picking up unique items at 
antique stores. 
Carson was surrounded with love from his five sisters, Yavonne, Linette,
 Melissa, Justina and Marcella; four nephews, KC, Dakota, Montana and 
Parker; two nieces, Hannah and Olivia, and his devoted companion Lesa. 
He will be sorely missed at dinners, game nights and reunions by all his friends and family. 
Carson joins his parents, Charles and Linda Cobb; Grandma Sally, 
Granddad Willard, and Grandma and Grandpa Bartholomew in a place without
 pain, sorrow and heartache.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Carson Charles Cobb

Joann Marie (Huss) Malone, 93, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Joann was born December 21, 1929, on the family farm 5 miles west of Herndon, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of eight children born to John and Emma (Keplinger) Huss.&nbsp; She attended over eight years in rural country schools.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Herndon High School in the Class of ‘47.

Joann was united in marriage to John H. Leitner on June 19, 1948.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a son Bruce.&nbsp; They divorced, and later she met and was united in marriage to Francis Gerald “Tim” Malone on November 28, 1950.&nbsp; This union was blessed with five children: Jerry, Rosalie, Nancy, John, and James.&nbsp; They made their home in Herndon.&nbsp; Tim preceded her in death on September 28, 1986.

Joann was a devoted wife and homemaker for her children.&nbsp; Early in life, she worked in the post office in Herndon. While her boys were in college, she worked for the local IGA Grocery store in Herndon and for Gwen’s Plumbing &amp; Heating in Oberlin.&nbsp; She was an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Christians Mothers in Herndon, KS.&nbsp; Upon moving to Russell in 2002, she was an active parishioner of St. Mary’s Queen of Angels Catholic Church and the Russell Council of Catholic Women.&nbsp; She enjoyed playing cards, especially pinochle, square dancing and was a proud member of the Shooting Stars Dance Club.&nbsp; She loved her family and friends but her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the apple of her eye.

Joann’s surviving family include her two daughters, Rosalie Wilkinson (Brad) of Chanute, Kansas, and Nancy Malone of Muskogee, Oklahoma; three sons, Bruce Leitner of Oxford, Georgia, John Malone of Russell, Kansas, and James Malone (Jamie) of Russell, Kansas; ten grandchildren, David Leitner (Audrey) of Conyer, Georgia, Rory Leitner of Germany, Quenton Wynn of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Jill Henning (Mark) of Naperville, Illinois, James Wynn (Vanessa) of Norman, Oklahoma, Kayla Newman (Todd) of Chanute, Kansas, Randee Olive of Andover, Kansas, Joanna Orschelen (Billy) of Prairie Village, Kansas, Megan Wynn-Jasso (Marco) of Dallas, Texas and Juliana Willis (Ryan) of Overland Park, Kansas; and 18 great grandchildren.

Joann was preceded in death by her parents; husband Tim; three brothers, Donald Huss, John Huss Jr., and Larry Huss; four sisters, Marion Huss, Emalou Sattler, Madonna Anderson and Celene Dunker; and her son Jerry Malone.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday, March 31, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell, KS.&nbsp; A graveside service will be held at 3:30 PM, Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the St. Mary, Assumption Cemetery in Herndon.

Memorials have been established with St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Russell and the St. Mary’s Assumption Cemetery Fund in Herndon.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Joann Marie (Huss) Malone, 93, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Joann was born December 21, 1929, on the family farm 5 miles west of Herndon, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of eight children born to John and Emma (Keplinger) Huss.&nbsp; She attended over eight years in rural country schools.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Herndon High School in the Class of ‘47.Joann was united in marriage to John H. Leitner on June 19, 1948.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a son Bruce.&nbsp; They divorced, and later she met and was united in marriage to Francis Gerald “Tim” Malone on November 28, 1950.&nbsp; This union was blessed with five children: Jerry, Rosalie, Nancy, John, and James.&nbsp; They made their home in Herndon.&nbsp; Tim preceded her in death on September 28, 1986.Joann was a devoted wife and homemaker for her children.&nbsp; Early in life, she worked in the post office in Herndon. While her boys were in college, she worked for the local IGA Grocery store in Herndon and for Gwen’s Plumbing &amp; Heating in Oberlin.&nbsp; She was an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Christians Mothers in Herndon, KS.&nbsp; Upon moving to Russell in 2002, she was an active parishioner of St. Mary’s Queen of Angels Catholic Church and the Russell Council of Catholic Women.&nbsp; She enjoyed playing cards, especially pinochle, square dancing and was a proud member of the Shooting Stars Dance Club.&nbsp; She loved her family and friends but her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the apple of her eye.Joann’s surviving family include her two daughters, Rosalie Wilkinson (Brad) of Chanute, Kansas, and Nancy Malone of Muskogee, Oklahoma; three sons, Bruce Leitner of Oxford, Georgia, John Malone of Russell, Kansas, and James Malone (Jamie) of Russell, Kansas; ten grandchildren, David Leitner (Audrey) of Conyer, Georgia, Rory Leitner of Germany, Quenton Wynn of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, Jill Henning (Mark) of Naperville, Illinois, James Wynn (Vanessa) of Norman, Oklahoma, Kayla Newman (Todd) of Chanute, Kansas, Randee Olive of Andover, Kansas, Joanna Orschelen (Billy) of Prairie Village, Kansas, Megan Wynn-Jasso (Marco) of Dallas, Texas and Juliana Willis (Ryan) of Overland Park, Kansas; and 18 great grandchildren.Joann was preceded in death by her parents; husband Tim; three brothers, Donald Huss, John Huss Jr., and Larry Huss; four sisters, Marion Huss, Emalou Sattler, Madonna Anderson and Celene Dunker; and her son Jerry Malone.Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday, March 31, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell, KS.&nbsp; A graveside service will be held at 3:30 PM, Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the St. Mary, Assumption Cemetery in Herndon.Memorials have been established with St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Russell and the St. Mary’s Assumption Cemetery Fund in Herndon.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Joann Marie (Huss) Malone

John V. Comerford, 72, passed unexpectedly the morning of March 15, 
2023, during his daily morning run with his dog. He was born November 1, 
1950, in Hendricks, Minnesota, the son of Vincent Comerford and Delores 
(Lozinski) Comerford.

John graduated from Sacred Heart High School
 in Salina, Kansas, Class of 1968. John attended Kansas Wesleyan 
University before transferring to Fort Hays State University where he 
completed his Bachelor’s degree in History and his Master’s degree in 
Business. John met his wife Jeanie Slaughter while living in Hays, 
Kansas. The two married on August 2, 1975.

John’s professional 
career in retail management and human resources took his family to Idaho
 (Boise), Nevada (Elko, Reno, &amp; Las Vegas), and Utah (Sandy). John 
and Jeanie returned to the Boise area settling in Meridian, Idaho in 
1999. During the last 8 years, John blended his passion of dogs and 
business together owning and operating a mobile pet grooming business in
 Boise.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his 
sister, Sharon (Comerford) Santry. Surviving in addition to his wife 
Jeanie Comerford are his sons, Patrick Comerford and his wife, Tiffany, 
of Riverton, Utah, and Chris Comerford and his wife, Kristin, of 
Sacramento, California; three grandchildren, Charlotte (Charlie) 
Comerford, Jeanie (Jane) Comerford, and Jackson Comerford; one brother 
Pat Comerford, of Salina, Kansas; and nephews Aaron Santry and Nathan 
Santry.

John will be greatly missed. A memorial gathering is being
 planned for a later date. The family has heard incredible stories about
 John since his passing and would like to remember John by collecting 
stories about him from over the years.

Those who wish to remember John in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Freedom Bound Hounds (<a href="https://freedomboundhounds.com">https://freedomboundhounds.com</a>), a nonprofit dedicated to saving rescue dogs and placing them in new homes in the Pacific Northwest.

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 </figure>John V. Comerford, 72, passed unexpectedly the morning of March 15, 
2023, during his daily morning run with his dog. He was born November 1, 
1950, in Hendricks, Minnesota, the son of Vincent Comerford and Delores 
(Lozinski) Comerford.John graduated from Sacred Heart High School
 in Salina, Kansas, Class of 1968. John attended Kansas Wesleyan 
University before transferring to Fort Hays State University where he 
completed his Bachelor’s degree in History and his Master’s degree in 
Business. John met his wife Jeanie Slaughter while living in Hays, 
Kansas. The two married on August 2, 1975.John’s professional 
career in retail management and human resources took his family to Idaho
 (Boise), Nevada (Elko, Reno, &amp; Las Vegas), and Utah (Sandy). John 
and Jeanie returned to the Boise area settling in Meridian, Idaho in 
1999. During the last 8 years, John blended his passion of dogs and 
business together owning and operating a mobile pet grooming business in
 Boise.In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his 
sister, Sharon (Comerford) Santry. Surviving in addition to his wife 
Jeanie Comerford are his sons, Patrick Comerford and his wife, Tiffany, 
of Riverton, Utah, and Chris Comerford and his wife, Kristin, of 
Sacramento, California; three grandchildren, Charlotte (Charlie) 
Comerford, Jeanie (Jane) Comerford, and Jackson Comerford; one brother 
Pat Comerford, of Salina, Kansas; and nephews Aaron Santry and Nathan 
Santry.John will be greatly missed. A memorial gathering is being
 planned for a later date. The family has heard incredible stories about
 John since his passing and would like to remember John by collecting 
stories about him from over the years.Those who wish to remember John in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Freedom Bound Hounds (<a href="https://freedomboundhounds.com">https://freedomboundhounds.com</a>), a nonprofit dedicated to saving rescue dogs and placing them in new homes in the Pacific Northwest.

John V. Comerford

Bernette R. Stadelman, age 77, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at HaysMed.&nbsp;

Condolences may be left on Bernette's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

A complete obituary is pending with Keithley Funeral Homes.

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 </figure>Bernette R. Stadelman, age 77, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at HaysMed.&nbsp;Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 31, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery.Visitation will be Thursday 5 PM - 8 PM and Friday 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined Rosary and Parish Vigil will be Thursday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Church or St. Mary's School.Condolences may be left on Bernette's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>A complete obituary is pending with Keithley Funeral Homes.

Laura Janene Woodbury, 89, passed away 
peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Vista Springs Trillium 
Village in Clarkston, Michigan. She was born on August 10, 1933, in 
Leoti, Kansas, to Albert Clark and Laura (Wikoff) Clark.&nbsp;

She was a wonderful homemaker, loving mother, dedicated wife, and 
diligent bookkeeper of the family business. She loved gardening, 
interior design, decorating, entertaining, tole painting and crafting, 
and mystery shows and movies. She was an active member of the Leoti 
Methodist Church for over 50 years, teaching Sunday School, being 
involved with the United Methodist Women, and the Care Committee. After 
high school, Janene attended Denver Art School for a semester. In 1982, 
she graduated from Kansas School of Floral Design.&nbsp;The 
project she was most passionate about was being on the Wichita County 
History Book Committee in 1999, assisting in the writing and production 
of Volume II of the Wichita County History Book.&nbsp;

Janene met Marshall Young Woodbury in high school, and the two were 
married on February 17, 1952. They would go on to be married for 69 
years. They were blessed with two daughters: Lora JaLue (Smith), and 
Lisa Sue (Cooley). After living in Wichita County for 65 years and 
retiring from farming, Janene and Marshall decided to move to Salina, 
Kansas, to be near JaLue and her family. They also enjoyed spending 
winters in Arizona for over 30 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;After Marshall was called Home in
 2021, Janene moved to Clarkston, Michigan to be near Lisa and her 
family.&nbsp;

Janene is survived by her two daughters: JaLue of Salina, Kansas, and
 Lisa of Clarkston, Michigan; six grandchildren, and seven 
great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Marshall, 
and her sister, Marianne Stuart.&nbsp;

Memorial services will be held at the United Methodist Church in 
Leoti, Kansas at 10:30am Wednesday, April 5, 2023, with pastor Steve 
Payne presiding. &nbsp;There will be a luncheon at the church following 
graveside services at the Leoti Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorials can be made directly to the Snow Approach Foundation, Inc.&nbsp;<a href="http://snowapproach.org/">snowapproach.org</a>&nbsp;(Advanced Dementia and Dementia care methods) or to the Leoti United Methodist Church.

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peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Vista Springs Trillium 
Village in Clarkston, Michigan. She was born on August 10, 1933, in 
Leoti, Kansas, to Albert Clark and Laura (Wikoff) Clark.&nbsp;She was a wonderful homemaker, loving mother, dedicated wife, and 
diligent bookkeeper of the family business. She loved gardening, 
interior design, decorating, entertaining, tole painting and crafting, 
and mystery shows and movies. She was an active member of the Leoti 
Methodist Church for over 50 years, teaching Sunday School, being 
involved with the United Methodist Women, and the Care Committee. After 
high school, Janene attended Denver Art School for a semester. In 1982, 
she graduated from Kansas School of Floral Design.&nbsp;The 
project she was most passionate about was being on the Wichita County 
History Book Committee in 1999, assisting in the writing and production 
of Volume II of the Wichita County History Book.&nbsp;Janene met Marshall Young Woodbury in high school, and the two were 
married on February 17, 1952. They would go on to be married for 69 
years. They were blessed with two daughters: Lora JaLue (Smith), and 
Lisa Sue (Cooley). After living in Wichita County for 65 years and 
retiring from farming, Janene and Marshall decided to move to Salina, 
Kansas, to be near JaLue and her family. They also enjoyed spending 
winters in Arizona for over 30 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;After Marshall was called Home in
 2021, Janene moved to Clarkston, Michigan to be near Lisa and her 
family.&nbsp;Janene is survived by her two daughters: JaLue of Salina, Kansas, and
 Lisa of Clarkston, Michigan; six grandchildren, and seven 
great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Marshall, 
and her sister, Marianne Stuart.&nbsp;Memorial services will be held at the United Methodist Church in 
Leoti, Kansas at 10:30am Wednesday, April 5, 2023, with pastor Steve 
Payne presiding. &nbsp;There will be a luncheon at the church following 
graveside services at the Leoti Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorials can be made directly to the Snow Approach Foundation, Inc.&nbsp;<a href="http://snowapproach.org/">snowapproach.org</a>&nbsp;(Advanced Dementia and Dementia care methods) or to the Leoti United Methodist Church.

Laura Janene Woodbury

Annette M. Schaben, 76, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 
26, 2023, at Leisure Homestead Association, Stafford, Kansas.

Annette was born February 18, 1947, in Zwolle, Netherlands, the 
daughter of Johanne and Johanna (Serheeis) deVries.&nbsp; She was a resident 
of La Crosse, Kansas, since 2008, moving there from Canandaigua, New 
York.&nbsp; She was a homemaker.

On December 26, 1968, she married John W. Schaben.&nbsp; He preceded her in death April 11, 2016.

Survivors include:&nbsp; two sons, Michael Schaben (Suzanne), Louisville, 
Kentucky, and Robert Schaben (Dawn), La Crosse, Kansas; two 
grandchildren, Taylor Schaben Bel (Zachary Otto), La Crosse, Kansas, and
 Thomas John Schaben, La Crosse, Kansas; one brother Ralph deVries 
(Eve), Dunedin, New Zealand; and one sister Olga Gilchrist (Harry), 
Christchurch, New Zealand.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and one brother, Peter deVries.

Memorial service will be Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. at 
the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Terry Warner 
officiating.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to A 
Second Chance Thrift Shop, La Crosse, Kansas, or The Arc Of Central 
Plains, Hays, Kansas, or The American Cancer Society.

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

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

Annette M. Schaben, 76, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 
26, 2023, at Leisure Homestead Association, Stafford, Kansas.Annette was born February 18, 1947, in Zwolle, Netherlands, the 
daughter of Johanne and Johanna (Serheeis) deVries.&nbsp; She was a resident 
of La Crosse, Kansas, since 2008, moving there from Canandaigua, New 
York.&nbsp; She was a homemaker.On December 26, 1968, she married John W. Schaben.&nbsp; He preceded her in death April 11, 2016.Survivors include:&nbsp; two sons, Michael Schaben (Suzanne), Louisville, 
Kentucky, and Robert Schaben (Dawn), La Crosse, Kansas; two 
grandchildren, Taylor Schaben Bel (Zachary Otto), La Crosse, Kansas, and
 Thomas John Schaben, La Crosse, Kansas; one brother Ralph deVries 
(Eve), Dunedin, New Zealand; and one sister Olga Gilchrist (Harry), 
Christchurch, New Zealand.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and one brother, Peter deVries.Memorial service will be Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. at 
the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Terry Warner 
officiating.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to A 
Second Chance Thrift Shop, La Crosse, Kansas, or The Arc Of Central 
Plains, Hays, Kansas, or The American Cancer Society.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, PO Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Annette M. Schaben

James Willis Feil, 67, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, March 
24, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer with his loving family by
 his side.

James was born July 4, 1955, in Stockton, Kansas.&nbsp; He was the son of 
Willis Leo and Georgia Marie (Mai) Feil.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and 
graduated from Russell High School in the Class of '73.&nbsp; He then attended
 Kansas University for a year before transferring to Fort Hays State 
University, where he graduated with a degree in Accounting.

James met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Jaci L. Beeman 
on June 7, 1980.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children; Ryan and 
Lindsay.&nbsp; They made their home in Russell.

James was an Insurance Agent and Russell office manager for United 
Services Agency, later becoming Insurance Planning, Inc. for 25 years 
retiring in 2019.&nbsp; When he was younger, he was a roustabout and later a 
pumper for Fina Oil.&nbsp; He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He 
was a handyman, jack of all trades, and could fix anything.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
watching KU Basketball and spending time with family and friends at the 
lake or at the pool.&nbsp;

James’ surviving family include his wife of 42 years, Jaci of the 
home; daughter, Lindsay Homeier (Bobby) of Great Bend, Kansas; son, Ryan
 Feil (Erica) of Russell, Kansas; brothers, Bob Feil (Tracy) of 
Marshalltown, Iowa and Alan Feil of Salina, Kansas; three grandchildren,
 Bryson Feil, Lawson Feil and Jayde Feil; niece, Jessica Dumler of 
Topeka, Kansas and nephews, Chris Feil of Salina, Kansas and Kellin Feil
 of Newton, Kansas; and many friends.

James was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.

Celebration of James’ Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 
30, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will 
follow at a later date.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 
PM, Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with 
the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; 

A Memorial
 has been established as the Feil Grandchildren Education Fund.&nbsp; 
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>James Willis Feil, 67, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, March 
24, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer with his loving family by
 his side.James was born July 4, 1955, in Stockton, Kansas.&nbsp; He was the son of 
Willis Leo and Georgia Marie (Mai) Feil.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and 
graduated from Russell High School in the Class of '73.&nbsp; He then attended
 Kansas University for a year before transferring to Fort Hays State 
University, where he graduated with a degree in Accounting.James met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Jaci L. Beeman 
on June 7, 1980.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children; Ryan and 
Lindsay.&nbsp; They made their home in Russell.James was an Insurance Agent and Russell office manager for United 
Services Agency, later becoming Insurance Planning, Inc. for 25 years 
retiring in 2019.&nbsp; When he was younger, he was a roustabout and later a 
pumper for Fina Oil.&nbsp; He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp; He 
was a handyman, jack of all trades, and could fix anything.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
watching KU Basketball and spending time with family and friends at the 
lake or at the pool.&nbsp;James’ surviving family include his wife of 42 years, Jaci of the 
home; daughter, Lindsay Homeier (Bobby) of Great Bend, Kansas; son, Ryan
 Feil (Erica) of Russell, Kansas; brothers, Bob Feil (Tracy) of 
Marshalltown, Iowa and Alan Feil of Salina, Kansas; three grandchildren,
 Bryson Feil, Lawson Feil and Jayde Feil; niece, Jessica Dumler of 
Topeka, Kansas and nephews, Chris Feil of Salina, Kansas and Kellin Feil
 of Newton, Kansas; and many friends.James was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.Celebration of James’ Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 
30, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will 
follow at a later date.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 
PM, Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with 
the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A Memorial
 has been established as the Feil Grandchildren Education Fund.&nbsp; 
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

James Willis Feil

Harold Gene Mosher, 90, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at his home in Russell.

Gene was born on May 7, 1932, in Lawrenceburg, Kansas, near Concordia, Kansas, the son of William and Lula (Wineger) Mosher. &nbsp;He grew up in the Concordia area and graduated from the local high school. &nbsp;He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Joan Mary Starkey on July 28, 1950, in Concordia. &nbsp;From this union, Gene and Joan were blessed with a daughter Margaret. &nbsp;They moved to the Russell area in 1966, when Gene went to work for United Telephone. &nbsp;Gene worked for United Telephone, later purchased by Sprint, for 36 years. &nbsp;He enjoyed woodworking, tinkering in his shop&nbsp;and working around the house&nbsp;and in his yard.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of all he enjoyed spending quiet time with his wife at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Joan on October 1, 2020, his daughter Margaret&nbsp;on December 22, 2021,&nbsp;and 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

Cremation was selected by Gene and Joan and their wishes were to have no funeral service ceremony. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the cremation service arrangements.

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 </figure>Harold Gene Mosher, 90, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at his home in Russell.Gene was born on May 7, 1932, in Lawrenceburg, Kansas, near Concordia, Kansas, the son of William and Lula (Wineger) Mosher. &nbsp;He grew up in the Concordia area and graduated from the local high school. &nbsp;He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Joan Mary Starkey on July 28, 1950, in Concordia. &nbsp;From this union, Gene and Joan were blessed with a daughter Margaret. &nbsp;They moved to the Russell area in 1966, when Gene went to work for United Telephone. &nbsp;Gene worked for United Telephone, later purchased by Sprint, for 36 years. &nbsp;He enjoyed woodworking, tinkering in his shop&nbsp;and working around the house&nbsp;and in his yard.&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of all he enjoyed spending quiet time with his wife at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Joan on October 1, 2020, his daughter Margaret&nbsp;on December 22, 2021,&nbsp;and 2 brothers and 3 sisters.Cremation was selected by Gene and Joan and their wishes were to have no funeral service ceremony. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the cremation service arrangements.

Harold Gene Mosher

Jeffrey Lynn Hopkins, age 55, passed away
 on Friday, March 24, 2023, at The Heritage of Overland Park in Overland 
Park, Kansas. He was born on July 28, 1967, in Scott City, Kansas, the 
son of Leonard Hopkins and Florence Barrows. After graduating From Scott
 Community High School in Scott City, Kansas he attended Kansas State 
University where he received his BS in Industrial Engineering with a 
Master’s in Finance. In 1993, he moved to Kansas City, Kansas, where he 
worked as a consultant in the technology &amp; health industry.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas,
 a Boy Scouts Assistant leader, Mic O Say, Wood Badge, and a Kansas 
State University lifetime member of the Alumni Association.&nbsp; Jeff 
volunteered for the Industrial Engineering Advisor Council for KSU, De 
Soto School District, boundary committee member, ran for school board, 
and was on the high school chain gang for football games.

On October 29, 1994 he married Janet Murrell in Hutchinson, KS. She Survives.&nbsp;

Survivors Include his wife - Janet Hopkins of De Soto, Kansas, Two 
sons - Wyatt Hopkins of De Soto, Kansas, Garrett Hopkins of Hays, 
Kansas, One Sister - Suzanne &amp; Jay Beaver of Scott City, Kansas, 
Mother - Suzy &amp; Terry Berning of Scott City, Father - Leonard &amp; 
Cloris Hopkins of Montrose, Colorado, Father &amp; Mother In Law - Bob 
&amp; Carolyn Murrell of Hutchinson, Kansas, Brother In Law - Curtis 
Murrell, and Two Nephews - Michael &amp; Kassandra Beaver and Austin 
Beaver &amp; Shayna Vincent.

He was preceded in death by his Grandparents.

Funeral Services will be held at Friday, March 31, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
 at the Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Jeff Goetzinger
 and Pastor Don Williams presiding.&nbsp;

Memorials can be written to Ascend Hospice of Kansas in the care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 
10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 
410 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Jeffrey Lynn Hopkins, age 55, passed away
 on Friday, March 24, 2023, at The Heritage of Overland Park in Overland 
Park, Kansas. He was born on July 28, 1967, in Scott City, Kansas, the 
son of Leonard Hopkins and Florence Barrows. After graduating From Scott
 Community High School in Scott City, Kansas he attended Kansas State 
University where he received his BS in Industrial Engineering with a 
Master’s in Finance. In 1993, he moved to Kansas City, Kansas, where he 
worked as a consultant in the technology &amp; health industry.He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas,
 a Boy Scouts Assistant leader, Mic O Say, Wood Badge, and a Kansas 
State University lifetime member of the Alumni Association.&nbsp; Jeff 
volunteered for the Industrial Engineering Advisor Council for KSU, De 
Soto School District, boundary committee member, ran for school board, 
and was on the high school chain gang for football games.On October 29, 1994 he married Janet Murrell in Hutchinson, KS. She Survives.&nbsp;Survivors Include his wife - Janet Hopkins of De Soto, Kansas, Two 
sons - Wyatt Hopkins of De Soto, Kansas, Garrett Hopkins of Hays, 
Kansas, One Sister - Suzanne &amp; Jay Beaver of Scott City, Kansas, 
Mother - Suzy &amp; Terry Berning of Scott City, Father - Leonard &amp; 
Cloris Hopkins of Montrose, Colorado, Father &amp; Mother In Law - Bob 
&amp; Carolyn Murrell of Hutchinson, Kansas, Brother In Law - Curtis 
Murrell, and Two Nephews - Michael &amp; Kassandra Beaver and Austin 
Beaver &amp; Shayna Vincent.He was preceded in death by his Grandparents.Funeral Services will be held at Friday, March 31, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
 at the Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Jeff Goetzinger
 and Pastor Don Williams presiding.&nbsp;Memorials can be written to Ascend Hospice of Kansas in the care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 
10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 
410 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Jeffrey Lynn Hopkins

January 9, 1932
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 March 26, 2023

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Eugene-D-Malir?obId=27584403#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>January 9, 1932
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 March 26, 2023An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Eugene-D-Malir?obId=27584403#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Eugene D. Malir

Julia Jeanette Warner, 93, died on Saturday, March 25, 2023, in Liberal, KS.

On April 25, 1953, she married Frederick L. “Pete” Warner at Hays, Kansas. He survives.

She was a lifelong citizen of Southwest Kansas, born in Dodge City, 
spent her childhood in Meade, lived for a time in Sublette, moving to 
Liberal in 1946. She was born to John and Katherine Adams Sullivan on 
July 19, 1929. Both sets of her grandparents were early settlers in 
Meade County. Her maternal grandparents moved there in 1886. Her 
grandmother was the Register of Deeds in 1893, one of the first women to
 hold this office in Kansas. Her maternal grandfather served in the 
Kansas House of Representatives during the terms of 1900 and 1906. Her 
grandparents operated the Lakeway Hotel. They owned horses, one of which
 was a descendant of the great Dan Patch.

Her paternal grandfather rode the train to Plains in the early 1900’s
 where he had employment as a stenographer for John Baughman. He had 
many interests including hunting, fishing, and photography. He raised 
ponies, worked for a newspaper, wrote short stories and two books about 
Meade. He served as the Grand Knight of Pythais for the State of Kansas 
and was an attorney. He was the County Attorney for Meade County for 
many years. In 1903 he and his wife, Myrtle, moved to Meade where she 
had the nicest flower garden in town.

Julia Jeanette graduated from Liberal High School with the class of 
1947. After graduation she attended Cottey College for Women, graduating
 from Fort Hays State University where she was a member of Alpha Gamma 
Delta sorority. Julia’s career included teaching kindergarten, serving 
as a probation officer and, for 25 years, she was a social 
worker for the State of Kansas.

She is also survived by her three daughters, Sara, husband Rick Wood,
 sons Derek, Adam, and Patrick; Susan, husband Tom Rathbun, children 
Scott, Sara Jane, Chad (Ambree), Michelle and Kati; Jane and son Matthew
 Link. She is also survived by her brothers, Douglas Sullivan and 
family, Oklahoma City and Dr. Stephen Sullivan and family of Denison, 
Texas and several cousins.

Viewing will be 8:30 am to 11:30 am on Friday March 31, 2023, at Miller Mortuary.

Graveside Service will be 1:30 Friday, March 31, 2023, at the 
Graceland Cemetery in Meade, KS with Rev. Jeff Mitchell, officiating.

Memorials are suggested to the Meade County Museum in care of Miller Mortuary, PO Box 826, Liberal, KS 67905-0826

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679948502755.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Julia Jeanette Warner, 93, died on Saturday, March 25, 2023, in Liberal, KS.On April 25, 1953, she married Frederick L. “Pete” Warner at Hays, Kansas. He survives.She was a lifelong citizen of Southwest Kansas, born in Dodge City, 
spent her childhood in Meade, lived for a time in Sublette, moving to 
Liberal in 1946. She was born to John and Katherine Adams Sullivan on 
July 19, 1929. Both sets of her grandparents were early settlers in 
Meade County. Her maternal grandparents moved there in 1886. Her 
grandmother was the Register of Deeds in 1893, one of the first women to
 hold this office in Kansas. Her maternal grandfather served in the 
Kansas House of Representatives during the terms of 1900 and 1906. Her 
grandparents operated the Lakeway Hotel. They owned horses, one of which
 was a descendant of the great Dan Patch.Her paternal grandfather rode the train to Plains in the early 1900’s
 where he had employment as a stenographer for John Baughman. He had 
many interests including hunting, fishing, and photography. He raised 
ponies, worked for a newspaper, wrote short stories and two books about 
Meade. He served as the Grand Knight of Pythais for the State of Kansas 
and was an attorney. He was the County Attorney for Meade County for 
many years. In 1903 he and his wife, Myrtle, moved to Meade where she 
had the nicest flower garden in town.Julia Jeanette graduated from Liberal High School with the class of 
1947. After graduation she attended Cottey College for Women, graduating
 from Fort Hays State University where she was a member of Alpha Gamma 
Delta sorority. Julia’s career included teaching kindergarten, serving 
as a probation officer and, for 25 years, she was a social 
worker for the State of Kansas.She is also survived by her three daughters, Sara, husband Rick Wood,
 sons Derek, Adam, and Patrick; Susan, husband Tom Rathbun, children 
Scott, Sara Jane, Chad (Ambree), Michelle and Kati; Jane and son Matthew
 Link. She is also survived by her brothers, Douglas Sullivan and 
family, Oklahoma City and Dr. Stephen Sullivan and family of Denison, 
Texas and several cousins.Viewing will be 8:30 am to 11:30 am on Friday March 31, 2023, at Miller Mortuary.Graveside Service will be 1:30 Friday, March 31, 2023, at the 
Graceland Cemetery in Meade, KS with Rev. Jeff Mitchell, officiating.Memorials are suggested to the Meade County Museum in care of Miller Mortuary, PO Box 826, Liberal, KS 67905-0826

Julia Jeanette Warner

Josephine M. Jones, age 92, passed away 
on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Lane County Hospital in Dighton, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on November 16, 1930, in Scott County, the daughter
 of John and Levina Whithorn Beach.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, 
Kansas, she was the owner and operator of Jo’s Ceramics for 42 years. &nbsp;

She was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, 
KansasThe CWF, the local Eagles Auxiliary, and the Rebecca Lodge. She 
loved children and served as a girl scout leader for many years, a 
ceramic 4-H leader as well as teaching ceramic classes at Scott City, 
Sr. Center

On December 26, 1948, she married Delbert E. Jones in Scott City, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on September 27, 2019, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include her Daughter - Lila &amp; Larry Savolt of Scott 
City, Kansas, One Granddaughter - Jolene Savolt Montoya of Kansas City, 
Kansas, and one son-in-law - Kenny Montoya of Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, one Brother, and one Sister.

Funeral Services will be held at Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 2:00 
p.m. at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with pastor 
Rodney Hopper presiding.

In Lieu Of Flowers, memorials can be written to the First Christian 
Church, Scott City VIP Center or Girl Scouts in care of Price &amp; Sons
 Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 410 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Josephine M. Jones, age 92, passed away 
on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Lane County Hospital in Dighton, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on November 16, 1930, in Scott County, the daughter
 of John and Levina Whithorn Beach.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, 
Kansas, she was the owner and operator of Jo’s Ceramics for 42 years. &nbsp;She was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, 
KansasThe CWF, the local Eagles Auxiliary, and the Rebecca Lodge. She 
loved children and served as a girl scout leader for many years, a 
ceramic 4-H leader as well as teaching ceramic classes at Scott City, 
Sr. CenterOn December 26, 1948, she married Delbert E. Jones in Scott City, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on September 27, 2019, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her Daughter - Lila &amp; Larry Savolt of Scott 
City, Kansas, One Granddaughter - Jolene Savolt Montoya of Kansas City, 
Kansas, and one son-in-law - Kenny Montoya of Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, one Brother, and one Sister.Funeral Services will be held at Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 2:00 
p.m. at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with pastor 
Rodney Hopper presiding.In Lieu Of Flowers, memorials can be written to the First Christian 
Church, Scott City VIP Center or Girl Scouts in care of Price &amp; Sons
 Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 410 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Josephine M. Jones

An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

May 28, 1955 ~ March 25, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

Beverly Johnson

Awad Abdelrahim Abdelgadir Abu Hulayga was born in 1954 in Az-Zawrat 
village on the bank of the Nile River in the Northern Province of Sudan.
 He was the son of Abdelrahim Abdelgadir Abu Hulayga and Maryam Saeed 
Ahmed. He died on March 7, 2023, after fighting a long illness, at the 
age of 69.

Awad was educated at Dongola Boarding School and studied law at the 
University of Omdurman. In 1977, he moved to the Republic of Yemen, 
where he worked as a legal advisor and later taught Arabic and ESL at 
the Sana’a International School. During the years he lived in Yemen, 
Awad traveled throughout the country and enjoyed friendships with many 
people from all walks of life. He was active in expatriate affairs, 
including community theater and the Highest Hash House Harriers, a 
mountain trail running club. He married fellow Hasher Linda Boxberger in
 Sana’a in 1986.

In 1988, Awad and Linda moved to Austin, Texas, to attend graduate 
school. Awad earned a Master’s degree in Early Child Development at 
Southwest Texas State University. Mentored by Dr. Kathleen Fite, he 
developed a “Life on the Nile” presentation that he gave at schools, 
museums, and other organizations in central Texas as well as nationally.
 He wanted to share his love for his village, his ancestral heritage, 
and Nubian culture with people in his new home country.

Awad founded Nile Valley Herbs, a small business that sells hibiscus 
tea throughout the United States. He loved introducing people to the 
healthy herbal tea he enjoyed drinking in his village. Awad also taught 
Arabic at The University of Texas at Austin and St. Edward’s University.

A member of the South Austin Rotary Club, Awad was a firm believer in
 its precept “Service Before Self.” To honor the memory of his mother, 
Awad created the Mother Maryam Foundation for Humanitarian Development, a
 501(c)3 charitable organization that implements community-based 
projects improving education, health care, and water quality in the 
agricultural area in Northern Sudan from which he came.

Awad was buried in a private service. Memorial contributions may be 
made to the Mother Maryam Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Awad Abdelrahim Abdelgadir Abu Hulayga was born in 1954 in Az-Zawrat 
village on the bank of the Nile River in the Northern Province of Sudan.
 He was the son of Abdelrahim Abdelgadir Abu Hulayga and Maryam Saeed 
Ahmed. He died on March 7, 2023, after fighting a long illness, at the 
age of 69.Awad was educated at Dongola Boarding School and studied law at the 
University of Omdurman. In 1977, he moved to the Republic of Yemen, 
where he worked as a legal advisor and later taught Arabic and ESL at 
the Sana’a International School. During the years he lived in Yemen, 
Awad traveled throughout the country and enjoyed friendships with many 
people from all walks of life. He was active in expatriate affairs, 
including community theater and the Highest Hash House Harriers, a 
mountain trail running club. He married fellow Hasher Linda Boxberger in
 Sana’a in 1986.In 1988, Awad and Linda moved to Austin, Texas, to attend graduate 
school. Awad earned a Master’s degree in Early Child Development at 
Southwest Texas State University. Mentored by Dr. Kathleen Fite, he 
developed a “Life on the Nile” presentation that he gave at schools, 
museums, and other organizations in central Texas as well as nationally.
 He wanted to share his love for his village, his ancestral heritage, 
and Nubian culture with people in his new home country.Awad founded Nile Valley Herbs, a small business that sells hibiscus 
tea throughout the United States. He loved introducing people to the 
healthy herbal tea he enjoyed drinking in his village. Awad also taught 
Arabic at The University of Texas at Austin and St. Edward’s University.A member of the South Austin Rotary Club, Awad was a firm believer in
 its precept “Service Before Self.” To honor the memory of his mother, 
Awad created the Mother Maryam Foundation for Humanitarian Development, a
 501(c)3 charitable organization that implements community-based 
projects improving education, health care, and water quality in the 
agricultural area in Northern Sudan from which he came.Awad was buried in a private service. Memorial contributions may be 
made to the Mother Maryam Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Awad Abdelgadir Hulayaga

Ida (Montgomery) Redmond, age 84, of Hays, Kansas, passed away March 25,&nbsp;2023, at Hays Medical Center. &nbsp;She was born June 7, 1938, in Victoria, Kansas, to Fletcher and Margaret (Berens) Montgomery. She married Lucas Romey and they later divorced. Ida moved to Mesa, Arizona, where she met and married Frank Redmond. &nbsp;He preceded her in death. She lived in Arizona for over 30 years working as a hair stylist. Ida was a great cook, and was always interested in playing bingo, cards, rummy cubes, puzzles, and reading.

She was proceeded in death by; her parents Fletcher and Margaret, brothers Sonny and Dale, sister Alice, three sons Randy, Bruce, and Alvin.

She is survived by; Sons Kevin Romey (Karla) Scott, La; Charles Romey Hays, Ks; Terry Romey (Linda) Norton, Ks; David Romey Ardmore, Ok; Daughter; Debbie&nbsp;Brassfield&nbsp;(Allen); Grandchildren; Kyle Romey, Amanda Olivier, Jake Romey (Bethany), Audra McAdoo (Scott), Analise Romey, James&nbsp;Brassfield, Natasha&nbsp;Brassfield, Katrina&nbsp;Brassfield, Sarah Romey, Melanie Romey, Jennifer Lindsay (Jed), and Spencer Romey, and 14 Great Grandchildren.

Per Ida’s wishes her body has been donated to science and there will be no viewing. &nbsp;A private service will be held&nbsp;at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to Second Chance Pets, 13462 US Hwy 283, Norton, Ks 67654

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679927456259.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ida (Montgomery) Redmond, age 84, of Hays, Kansas, passed away March 25,&nbsp;2023, at Hays Medical Center. &nbsp;She was born June 7, 1938, in Victoria, Kansas, to Fletcher and Margaret (Berens) Montgomery. She married Lucas Romey and they later divorced. Ida moved to Mesa, Arizona, where she met and married Frank Redmond. &nbsp;He preceded her in death. She lived in Arizona for over 30 years working as a hair stylist. Ida was a great cook, and was always interested in playing bingo, cards, rummy cubes, puzzles, and reading.She was proceeded in death by; her parents Fletcher and Margaret, brothers Sonny and Dale, sister Alice, three sons Randy, Bruce, and Alvin.She is survived by; Sons Kevin Romey (Karla) Scott, La; Charles Romey Hays, Ks; Terry Romey (Linda) Norton, Ks; David Romey Ardmore, Ok; Daughter; Debbie&nbsp;Brassfield&nbsp;(Allen); Grandchildren; Kyle Romey, Amanda Olivier, Jake Romey (Bethany), Audra McAdoo (Scott), Analise Romey, James&nbsp;Brassfield, Natasha&nbsp;Brassfield, Katrina&nbsp;Brassfield, Sarah Romey, Melanie Romey, Jennifer Lindsay (Jed), and Spencer Romey, and 14 Great Grandchildren.Per Ida’s wishes her body has been donated to science and there will be no viewing. &nbsp;A private service will be held&nbsp;at a later date.Memorials are suggested to Second Chance Pets, 13462 US Hwy 283, Norton, Ks 67654

Ida (Montgomery) Redmond

Dennis Muck, 74, passed away December 18, 2022.&nbsp; He was born November
 24, 1948, in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Paul “Jake” and Betty (Chase) 
Muck.

After graduating from Downs High School, Dennis served in 
the Army from 1967 to 1970. Upon returning home to Downs, Dennis and his
 parents owned and operated Muck’s Hy-Klas Market in Downs for many 
years. He was widely known for having the best meat market in the area. 
After leaving the store he became an award-winning smoke master, calling
 his mouthwatering&nbsp;smoked meats "Butt Rubbers." Through the years 
he&nbsp;also worked for&nbsp;Griffith/ Pork Packers, Downs; Peterson Industries, 
Smith Center; and an insurance company. Dennis was an avid hunter and 
fisherman, a great story teller, and a lover of quotes/sayings. He was a
 big guy with a big heart and the most memorable laugh anyone ever 
heard.

He is preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;Survivors include 
his sister, Cheryl (Lane) King of Farmer’s Branch, Texas; stepson, Chris
 (Mandy) Burda of Downs, step-daughter, Shannan (Mitch) Hempler of 
Norton, 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and numerous cousins and 
friends.

Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 1, 2023,&nbsp; at 1:30 p.m. at Waconda Lake, Cawker City Park. 

Memorials may be given 
to the Waconda Lake Cultural Association or Glen Elder Dept. of Wildlife
 and Parks in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, Ks 67437

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679925584364.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Dennis Muck, 74, passed away December 18, 2022.&nbsp; He was born November
 24, 1948, in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Paul “Jake” and Betty (Chase) 
Muck.After graduating from Downs High School, Dennis served in 
the Army from 1967 to 1970. Upon returning home to Downs, Dennis and his
 parents owned and operated Muck’s Hy-Klas Market in Downs for many 
years. He was widely known for having the best meat market in the area. 
After leaving the store he became an award-winning smoke master, calling
 his mouthwatering&nbsp;smoked meats "Butt Rubbers." Through the years 
he&nbsp;also worked for&nbsp;Griffith/ Pork Packers, Downs; Peterson Industries, 
Smith Center; and an insurance company. Dennis was an avid hunter and 
fisherman, a great story teller, and a lover of quotes/sayings. He was a
 big guy with a big heart and the most memorable laugh anyone ever 
heard.He is preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;Survivors include 
his sister, Cheryl (Lane) King of Farmer’s Branch, Texas; stepson, Chris
 (Mandy) Burda of Downs, step-daughter, Shannan (Mitch) Hempler of 
Norton, 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and numerous cousins and 
friends.Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 1, 2023,&nbsp; at 1:30 p.m. at Waconda Lake, Cawker City Park. Memorials may be given 
to the Waconda Lake Cultural Association or Glen Elder Dept. of Wildlife
 and Parks in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, Ks 67437

Dennis Muck

Susan M. Ravenstein, 62, passed away March 25, 2023, at Goodland Regional Medical Center, Goodland, Kansas.

She was born November 12, 1960, in El Paso, Texas, the daughter of Roy Allen and Marianne Walters Ravenstein.

A lifetime area resident, she was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Jetmore.

Survivors include: a brother, Mark (Tamara) Ravenstein, Jetmore; two 
sisters, Catherine Coss, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and, Judy Wasko, Hanston; and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law, Paul Wasko.

Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 
Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore with Father John Forkuoh presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 
Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore with family present from 4-6 p.m. Burial 
will be in Fairmount Cemetery.

Arrangements in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, 
Kansas 67854. Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithfuneralhome.com. &nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Susan M. Ravenstein, 62, passed away March 25, 2023, at Goodland Regional Medical Center, Goodland, Kansas.She was born November 12, 1960, in El Paso, Texas, the daughter of Roy Allen and Marianne Walters Ravenstein.A lifetime area resident, she was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Jetmore.Survivors include: a brother, Mark (Tamara) Ravenstein, Jetmore; two 
sisters, Catherine Coss, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and, Judy Wasko, Hanston; and 
numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law, Paul Wasko.Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 
Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore with Father John Forkuoh presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 
Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore with family present from 4-6 p.m. Burial 
will be in Fairmount Cemetery.Arrangements in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, 
Kansas 67854. Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithfuneralhome.com. &nbsp;

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