Marcia Laing Golden, 80, of Goodland, KS died Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Goodland Regional Medical Center. &nbsp;A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church followed by a graveside service at the Goodland Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home.<a></a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Marcia was born September 11,&nbsp;1942, in Topeka, KS and was the daughter of Herbert Farnsworth and Augusta Marshall Laing. Marcia graduated from St. Mary’s College Preparatory School in&nbsp;Fairbault, MN in 1959. &nbsp;She continued her education at Mills College in Oakland, CA. &nbsp;

In 1963, Marcia met Kansas State Representative John Golden and they were married on June 1, 1963, in Topeka and made their home in Sherman County where they raised three children. &nbsp;They were married 57 years. &nbsp;With her husband, Marcia owned and operated Golden Wheat Ranch, Golden Farms,&nbsp;and Ad Astra&nbsp;Per&nbsp;Aspera, LLC.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In the 1970s, Marcia&nbsp;owned&nbsp;La Boutique clothing store in Goodland, KS. &nbsp;In the 1980s, she worked to enhance cultural arts in Northwest Kansas:&nbsp;first by working with the Unified School District #352 on the development of their foreign language program and arts education task force, then she worked with the Goodland Arts Council to spearhead the founding and development of the Goodland Carnegie Arts Center, which included the renovation of the Carnegie Library into the Goodland Arts Center. &nbsp;

Her work included a&nbsp;major fundraising and membership&nbsp;campaign&nbsp;to raise money to renovate&nbsp;the&nbsp;National Register of Historic Places Library Building where she led the design and construction committee. &nbsp;Marcia served as past President and&nbsp;interim&nbsp;Executive Director.

Marcia was on the Board and Past President of the Association of Community Arts Agencies in Kansas.&nbsp;(ACAAK), a not-for-profit organization fostering excellence in the arts for the benefit of the people of Kansas.&nbsp;Governor John Carlin appointed Marcia to&nbsp;the Kansas Arts Commission Board of Advisors working to&nbsp;provide grants to communities, artists, non-profit organizations, and government agencies supporting the arts in Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;Governor Mike Hayden appointed Marcia to the Governor’s Kansas State Council on the Arts and&nbsp;Marcia served on the&nbsp;University of Kansas, School of Fine Arts Board of Advisors.

In 1990, Marcia was appointed by President Bush to the National Endowment of the Arts where she served on an independent commission to review and develop the procedures and standards for publicly funded art. &nbsp;She also served on the Board of Directors for the National Assembly of Local Arts Agencies&nbsp;providingpolicy, technical assistance, representation, and advocacy. &nbsp;

Marcia&nbsp;worked&nbsp;with area farmers, ranchers, and businessmen&nbsp;to form&nbsp;the non-profit group, Sunflowers USA,&nbsp;to produce Project Van Gogh, which was a large-scale easel featuring the Van Gogh Sunflower replica by Canadian artist Cameron Cross, now a major tourist attraction in Northwest Kansas.

Marcia participated in Leadership Kansas, the Goodland Chamber of Commerce, the Sherman County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Sherman County Economic Committee, received the Goodland Community Service award&nbsp;and the Goodland Ambassador’s Outstanding Achievement Award.

Marcia’s passions were cultural arts, cooking,&nbsp;and entertaining. &nbsp;She would regularly host political and philanthropic events.&nbsp;&nbsp;She spent many years serving as a softball coach and was involved in the Sherman County Recreation Commission. &nbsp;Marcia&nbsp;was&nbsp;a member of PEO Chapter Z and a founding member of Chapter ID. &nbsp;Marcia was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.

Marcia’s surviving family includes daughter Margaret Golden Bowker (Jeff), Lake&nbsp;Quivira, KS; daughter Gennifer Golden House, Goodland, KS; and son Richard Reed Golden (Kara), Lenexa, KS. Grandchildren include Reed Addison Bowker, Claire Golden Bowker, Elizabeth Laing House, Andrew&nbsp;Atchley&nbsp;House, Taylor Marie Golden and Lauryn Reed Golden. &nbsp;Marcia was preceded in death by her husband John Hollister Golden, father Herbert Farnsworth Laing, mother Augusta Marshall Laing, and son-in-law Andrew Bret House.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to&nbsp;the Goodland&nbsp;Carnegie&nbsp;Arts Center;&nbsp;the&nbsp;Goodland Regional&nbsp;Medical Foundation;&nbsp;or&nbsp;St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences to the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland, KS.

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 </figure>Marcia Laing Golden, 80, of Goodland, KS died Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Goodland Regional Medical Center. &nbsp;A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church followed by a graveside service at the Goodland Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home.<a></a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Marcia was born September 11,&nbsp;1942, in Topeka, KS and was the daughter of Herbert Farnsworth and Augusta Marshall Laing. Marcia graduated from St. Mary’s College Preparatory School in&nbsp;Fairbault, MN in 1959. &nbsp;She continued her education at Mills College in Oakland, CA. &nbsp;In 1963, Marcia met Kansas State Representative John Golden and they were married on June 1, 1963, in Topeka and made their home in Sherman County where they raised three children. &nbsp;They were married 57 years. &nbsp;With her husband, Marcia owned and operated Golden Wheat Ranch, Golden Farms,&nbsp;and Ad Astra&nbsp;Per&nbsp;Aspera, LLC.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the 1970s, Marcia&nbsp;owned&nbsp;La Boutique clothing store in Goodland, KS. &nbsp;In the 1980s, she worked to enhance cultural arts in Northwest Kansas:&nbsp;first by working with the Unified School District #352 on the development of their foreign language program and arts education task force, then she worked with the Goodland Arts Council to spearhead the founding and development of the Goodland Carnegie Arts Center, which included the renovation of the Carnegie Library into the Goodland Arts Center. &nbsp;Her work included a&nbsp;major fundraising and membership&nbsp;campaign&nbsp;to raise money to renovate&nbsp;the&nbsp;National Register of Historic Places Library Building where she led the design and construction committee. &nbsp;Marcia served as past President and&nbsp;interim&nbsp;Executive Director.Marcia was on the Board and Past President of the Association of Community Arts Agencies in Kansas.&nbsp;(ACAAK), a not-for-profit organization fostering excellence in the arts for the benefit of the people of Kansas.&nbsp;Governor John Carlin appointed Marcia to&nbsp;the Kansas Arts Commission Board of Advisors working to&nbsp;provide grants to communities, artists, non-profit organizations, and government agencies supporting the arts in Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;Governor Mike Hayden appointed Marcia to the Governor’s Kansas State Council on the Arts and&nbsp;Marcia served on the&nbsp;University of Kansas, School of Fine Arts Board of Advisors.In 1990, Marcia was appointed by President Bush to the National Endowment of the Arts where she served on an independent commission to review and develop the procedures and standards for publicly funded art. &nbsp;She also served on the Board of Directors for the National Assembly of Local Arts Agencies&nbsp;providingpolicy, technical assistance, representation, and advocacy. &nbsp;Marcia&nbsp;worked&nbsp;with area farmers, ranchers, and businessmen&nbsp;to form&nbsp;the non-profit group, Sunflowers USA,&nbsp;to produce Project Van Gogh, which was a large-scale easel featuring the Van Gogh Sunflower replica by Canadian artist Cameron Cross, now a major tourist attraction in Northwest Kansas.Marcia participated in Leadership Kansas, the Goodland Chamber of Commerce, the Sherman County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Sherman County Economic Committee, received the Goodland Community Service award&nbsp;and the Goodland Ambassador’s Outstanding Achievement Award.Marcia’s passions were cultural arts, cooking,&nbsp;and entertaining. &nbsp;She would regularly host political and philanthropic events.&nbsp;&nbsp;She spent many years serving as a softball coach and was involved in the Sherman County Recreation Commission. &nbsp;Marcia&nbsp;was&nbsp;a member of PEO Chapter Z and a founding member of Chapter ID. &nbsp;Marcia was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.Marcia’s surviving family includes daughter Margaret Golden Bowker (Jeff), Lake&nbsp;Quivira, KS; daughter Gennifer Golden House, Goodland, KS; and son Richard Reed Golden (Kara), Lenexa, KS. Grandchildren include Reed Addison Bowker, Claire Golden Bowker, Elizabeth Laing House, Andrew&nbsp;Atchley&nbsp;House, Taylor Marie Golden and Lauryn Reed Golden. &nbsp;Marcia was preceded in death by her husband John Hollister Golden, father Herbert Farnsworth Laing, mother Augusta Marshall Laing, and son-in-law Andrew Bret House.In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to&nbsp;the Goodland&nbsp;Carnegie&nbsp;Arts Center;&nbsp;the&nbsp;Goodland Regional&nbsp;Medical Foundation;&nbsp;or&nbsp;St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences to the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland, KS.

Marcia Laing Golden

June 13, 1925
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 26, 2023

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Lorene-House?obId=27154808#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 26, 2023An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Lorene-House?obId=27154808#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Lorene House

Rebecca "Becky" Speier, age 91, of Hays, Kansas passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Delmar Gardens in Overland Park, Kansas. She was born August 31, 1931, to Patrick Thigpen and Julia (Bland) Thigpen &nbsp;in Burgaw, North Carolina. She married William H. Speier May 31, 1951, in Fort Lee, Virginia. He preceded her in death on March 21, 1980. Becky served in the Army during the Korean War Era. After her service, she worked as a hostess at the Holiday Inn and Vagabond restaurants in Hays, Kansas for many years. She is survived by Timothy Speier, son, Hill City, KS; Robert (Paola) Ames, grandson, Manhattan, KS; Nan Ames, granddaughter, Hays, KS; Rebecca Speier, granddaughter, Los Angeles, CA; Alexandria Speier, granddaughter, San Diego, CA ; great grandchildren: Hannah, Chris, Emily and Robert Jr. Ames; Ronald Speier, nephew, Lenexa, KS; Sharon Speier, niece, Hays, KS; Julia Irene Thigpen Winborne, sister, Hartsville, SC. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Speier; a daughter, Katherine Speier; sons, David Speier and Mark Speier; her parents, Patrick and Julia Thigpen; brothers, Carl Thigpen, Thomas Thigpen, and David Thigpen. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Friday, February 3, 2023, at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Visitation will be 9:30 AM until service time.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays. Condolences may be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

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 </figure>Rebecca "Becky" Speier, age 91, of Hays, Kansas passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Delmar Gardens in Overland Park, Kansas. She was born August 31, 1931, to Patrick Thigpen and Julia (Bland) Thigpen &nbsp;in Burgaw, North Carolina. She married William H. Speier May 31, 1951, in Fort Lee, Virginia. He preceded her in death on March 21, 1980. Becky served in the Army during the Korean War Era. After her service, she worked as a hostess at the Holiday Inn and Vagabond restaurants in Hays, Kansas for many years. She is survived by Timothy Speier, son, Hill City, KS; Robert (Paola) Ames, grandson, Manhattan, KS; Nan Ames, granddaughter, Hays, KS; Rebecca Speier, granddaughter, Los Angeles, CA; Alexandria Speier, granddaughter, San Diego, CA ; great grandchildren: Hannah, Chris, Emily and Robert Jr. Ames; Ronald Speier, nephew, Lenexa, KS; Sharon Speier, niece, Hays, KS; Julia Irene Thigpen Winborne, sister, Hartsville, SC. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Speier; a daughter, Katherine Speier; sons, David Speier and Mark Speier; her parents, Patrick and Julia Thigpen; brothers, Carl Thigpen, Thomas Thigpen, and David Thigpen. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Friday, February 3, 2023, at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Visitation will be 9:30 AM until service time.&nbsp; Burial with Military Honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays. Condolences may be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Rebecca 'Becky' Speier

Verna Mae Mauck, 93, of Stockton, Kansas passed away January 23, 2023
 at the Rooks County Hospital in Plainville, Kansas. She was born May 
27, 1929 at the family farm in rural Graham County, to Gerald and Ethel 
(Lohness) Scott.

Verna attended school until eighth grade when her
 mother passed away. She, along with her sister, Geraldine, had to raise
 their younger siblings. Later she attended Colby Community College and 
earned her GED. While raising  her siblings she worked as a waitress at 
Buck’s Grill in Hill City. This was where she met George Mauck. They 
were married June 18, 1949, in Hill City. To this union four children 
were born:  Sherry, Steven, Mary Ann, and Bradley. After becoming a 
Nurse’s Aide, Verna worked at the Graham County Hospital for the next 27
 years until retirement.

Verna had many wonderful 
times, but none more than when she was surrounded by her family. She 
especially loved cooking Sunday dinners when all the family came. No one
 could fry chicken better than Verna! In her spare time, she would relax
 with crocheting, embroidery, creating quilt blocks, coloring, and 
playing cards. While watching TV in the evenings, popcorn was her 
favorite snack. She was a friend to all and Grandma to many.

Verna
 was preceded in death by her husband George Mauck; parents Gerald and 
Ethel Scott; four brothers: Harland, Jerry, Darrell, and John; four 
sisters: Geraldine, Delilah, Kay, and Janice; son-in-law Dennis 
Kuhlmann; granddaughter-in-law Catheryn Kuhlmann; three great 
grandchildren: Trevor Kuhlmann, Serenity Heinen and Grace Heinen.

Left
 to cherish Verna’s memory are her four children: Sherry Kuhlmann, 
Stockton, Steve Mauck (Michelle), Hill City, Mary Ann (Raymond) Marlow, 
Stockton and Bradley (Connie) Mauck, Great Bend; one sister Mary Smith, 
Carbondale; one half-sister Jane Durr, Palco; stepbrother Jim Goff, 
Ponder, Texas;  12 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren and 11 
great-great grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Verna-Mae-Mauck?obId=27122574#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Verna Mae Mauck, 93, of Stockton, Kansas passed away January 23, 2023
 at the Rooks County Hospital in Plainville, Kansas. She was born May 
27, 1929 at the family farm in rural Graham County, to Gerald and Ethel 
(Lohness) Scott.Verna attended school until eighth grade when her
 mother passed away. She, along with her sister, Geraldine, had to raise
 their younger siblings. Later she attended Colby Community College and 
earned her GED. While raising her siblings she worked as a waitress at 
Buck’s Grill in Hill City. This was where she met George Mauck. They 
were married June 18, 1949, in Hill City. To this union four children 
were born: Sherry, Steven, Mary Ann, and Bradley. After becoming a 
Nurse’s Aide, Verna worked at the Graham County Hospital for the next 27
 years until retirement.Verna had many wonderful 
times, but none more than when she was surrounded by her family. She 
especially loved cooking Sunday dinners when all the family came. No one
 could fry chicken better than Verna! In her spare time, she would relax
 with crocheting, embroidery, creating quilt blocks, coloring, and 
playing cards. While watching TV in the evenings, popcorn was her 
favorite snack. She was a friend to all and Grandma to many.Verna
 was preceded in death by her husband George Mauck; parents Gerald and 
Ethel Scott; four brothers: Harland, Jerry, Darrell, and John; four 
sisters: Geraldine, Delilah, Kay, and Janice; son-in-law Dennis 
Kuhlmann; granddaughter-in-law Catheryn Kuhlmann; three great 
grandchildren: Trevor Kuhlmann, Serenity Heinen and Grace Heinen. Left
 to cherish Verna’s memory are her four children: Sherry Kuhlmann, 
Stockton, Steve Mauck (Michelle), Hill City, Mary Ann (Raymond) Marlow, 
Stockton and Bradley (Connie) Mauck, Great Bend; one sister Mary Smith, 
Carbondale; one half-sister Jane Durr, Palco; stepbrother Jim Goff, 
Ponder, Texas; 12 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren and 11 
great-great grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Verna-Mae-Mauck?obId=27122574#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Verna Mae Mauck

Ronald Lester Fishburn, 88, passed away January 22, 2023, in Liberal, 
Kansas. He was born to Lester Marion and Bessie May Fishburn on August 
12, 1934, in Solomon, Kansas, later moving to Larned in 1952.

Ron married Cloella Jane Hager in 1957 and together had four 
children. &nbsp;He was honorably discharged from the Kansas National Guard in
 November 1958.&nbsp; After divorcing, he married Rosalene Kaeberle in 1975,
 who preceded him in death.

Ron worked most of his adult life at Bert &amp; Wetta Sales in Larned
 until his retirement as Operations Manager, after which he enjoyed 
custom cutting until 2005. He then spent his time in what he loved most –
 growing beautiful flowers, gardening and spending time with his family 
and granddogs.

Surviving Ronnie are: His children: Teresa (John) Stonestreet of 
Sublette, KS, Tammy Fishburn (Kevin Polzin) of Galatia, KS. Tracy Fish 
(Trent McCowen) of Garnett, KS and Joe Fishburn (Margo Liss) of Garland,
 TX. Grandchildren: Savanah (Steve) Orlando, Dale (Larissa) Stonestreet,
 Wesley Stonestreet, Melissa Fish and Tessa (Sullivan) Ripley. 
Greatgrandchildren: Dante, Morgan, Ella and Landry. Great-great 
grandson: Cameron. Siblings: Glenda Kirkham, Leon Fishburn and Cindy 
(Mark) Houser.

Graveside service and burial will take place February 4, 2023, at 2pm 
at Larned Cemetery with Father Bernard Felix presiding. Visitation will 
be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 3, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary 
Larned.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Ron’s name to the 
Alzheimer’s Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, Kansas 67550.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald Lester Fishburn, 88, passed away January 22, 2023, in Liberal, 
Kansas. He was born to Lester Marion and Bessie May Fishburn on August 
12, 1934, in Solomon, Kansas, later moving to Larned in 1952.Ron married Cloella Jane Hager in 1957 and together had four 
children. &nbsp;He was honorably discharged from the Kansas National Guard in
 November 1958.&nbsp; After divorcing, he married Rosalene Kaeberle in 1975,
 who preceded him in death.Ron worked most of his adult life at Bert &amp; Wetta Sales in Larned
 until his retirement as Operations Manager, after which he enjoyed 
custom cutting until 2005. He then spent his time in what he loved most –
 growing beautiful flowers, gardening and spending time with his family 
and granddogs.Surviving Ronnie are: His children: Teresa (John) Stonestreet of 
Sublette, KS, Tammy Fishburn (Kevin Polzin) of Galatia, KS. Tracy Fish 
(Trent McCowen) of Garnett, KS and Joe Fishburn (Margo Liss) of Garland,
 TX. Grandchildren: Savanah (Steve) Orlando, Dale (Larissa) Stonestreet,
 Wesley Stonestreet, Melissa Fish and Tessa (Sullivan) Ripley. 
Greatgrandchildren: Dante, Morgan, Ella and Landry. Great-great 
grandson: Cameron. Siblings: Glenda Kirkham, Leon Fishburn and Cindy 
(Mark) Houser.Graveside service and burial will take place February 4, 2023, at 2pm 
at Larned Cemetery with Father Bernard Felix presiding. Visitation will 
be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 3, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary 
Larned.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Ron’s name to the 
Alzheimer’s Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, Kansas 67550.&nbsp;

Ronald Lester Fishburn

Betty Lucille Deering Franz left this world at the age of ninety-six 
to join her heavenly family on the morning of Thursday, January 26th, 
while surrounded by her children.

Betty was born in Homestead, Kansas on her family’s farm outside of 
Cottonwood Falls, Kansas on October 23rd, 1926. She is predeceased by 
her mother, Margaret “Grace” Clara Deering and her father, Arthur “Pete”
 LaVern Deering (Larned, KS), her sisters, Arlene Mann Yeager (Larned, 
KS) and Lilian Irene Deering Thorne (Garden City, KS), and her brother, 
Alfred “Shorty” Charles Deering (Wichita, KS).

Betty is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Julene Franz Reed 
and Ron Reed (Memphis, TN); son and daughter-in-law, Mark LaVern Franz 
and Alla Chavdarova and her daughter, Sasha (Austin, TX); and daughter 
and son-in-law, Lori Jean Franz and John Coll (Georgetown, TX).

She is also survived by her two granddaughters and their husbands, 
Angela Lynné Reed Tull and Benjamin Tull (Memphis, Tennessee) and Amanda
 Nicole Reed Ferguson and Marvin Ferguson (Chicago, IL). “Little Granny”
 was also dearly loved by her four great-grandchildren—Bailey Grace 
Ferguson (Chicago, IL), Riley Grace Tull (Memphis, TN), Reed Marvin 
Ferguson (Chicago, IL), and Amelia Catherine Tull (Memphis, TN). 
According to the great-grandchildren, no one made homemade noodles, 
caramels, and pies as well as Little Granny, no matter how hard they 
tried.

Betty was an amazing aunt to her nieces and nephews, Janice Mann 
Bogle (and husband Ron), Shela Mann Shank, Bob Thorne (and wife Vera), 
and Bill Thorne. She was a second “mother” to them as well as their 
aunt, and their mutual love for each other was a gift to all. She took 
great joy and pride in all they did.

Betty grew up in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, where her father, “Grandpa
 Pete” to us, was the Chase County sheriff. They lived in the 
courthouse, and she graduated from high school in Cottonwood Falls. She 
later moved to Larned, Kansas and married Virgil Ralph Franz, where she 
was a bank teller at the First National Bank. They raised their three 
children in Larned until the early 1960s. They then lived in Wichita, 
Kansas, Lake Quivira, Kansas (Kansas City), New Orleans, Louisiana, and 
Dallas, Texas. When Betty and Virgil&nbsp; divorced in the late 1970s, she 
moved to Memphis, TN, where she remained the rest of her life. Betty was
 Vice-President of Germantown Trust Savings and Loan in Germantown, TN 
for many years until her retirement when they closed.

Throughout her life, Betty was an avid golfer and duplicate bridge 
player. She also enjoyed traveling to Texas and the Florida beach, 
embarking on cruises, going dancing with her dearest friends, reading 
romance novels, and playing dominoes and card games.

Betty’s greatest&nbsp; joy was watching her children, grandchildren, and 
great-grandchildren grow up, and she loved each of them dearly, as they 
loved her. She was a classy lady who loved&nbsp; dressing “foxy,” even in her
 nineties. When she was not visiting with family in person, she would 
talk to her children twice a day on video with her beloved “Alexa” 
device. It was our lifeline to her…and hers to us. Until just two weeks 
prior to her death, Betty was busy feeding her birds in her backyard, 
talking to her children on video, helping Julene decorate her front door
 with winter decor, and enjoying her life. We are all so blessed to have
 had her love throughout our lives.

Betty loved watching sports—especially the Kansas City Chiefs, as 
well as the Dallas Cowboys, Memphis Grizzlies, University of Memphis 
Tigers football and basketball, and professional golf tournaments. She 
would spend her weekends watching sports and loving every minute of it, 
dressing up for her favorite teams.

Betty (our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother) had a great 
sense of humor and loved to tell jokes. She was a friend to everyone she
 met, and she was always looking out for others, helping however she 
could.

God has gained an amazing angel in the heavens above. We were all 
blessed to have had the best mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother 
anyone could ever have. While our hearts are broken in a million pieces 
and we miss her so deeply, we are comforted to know that she is now at 
peace and again with her beloved family in heaven.

We love you more, “Momma,” forever and ever. You are and will always 
be in our hearts and souls forever, and I know we are in yours. We will 
miss you every minute of every day until we meet again. Rest in peace, 
sweet mother.

A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, February 1st, at the
 Larned United Methodist Church in Larned, Kansas. Family visitation 
will begin at 10:15 a.m. followed by a service in the sanctuary at 11:00
 a.m. A brief graveside ceremony will follow at the Larned Cemetery 
where she will be laid to rest with other members of her beloved family.

The family requests that any donations be given to either St. Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital or the American Cancer Society, both in 
care of Beckwith Mortuary, Inc. P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; 
Personal condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>

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 </figure>Betty Lucille Deering Franz left this world at the age of ninety-six 
to join her heavenly family on the morning of Thursday, January 26th, 
while surrounded by her children.Betty was born in Homestead, Kansas on her family’s farm outside of 
Cottonwood Falls, Kansas on October 23rd, 1926. She is predeceased by 
her mother, Margaret “Grace” Clara Deering and her father, Arthur “Pete”
 LaVern Deering (Larned, KS), her sisters, Arlene Mann Yeager (Larned, 
KS) and Lilian Irene Deering Thorne (Garden City, KS), and her brother, 
Alfred “Shorty” Charles Deering (Wichita, KS).Betty is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Julene Franz Reed 
and Ron Reed (Memphis, TN); son and daughter-in-law, Mark LaVern Franz 
and Alla Chavdarova and her daughter, Sasha (Austin, TX); and daughter 
and son-in-law, Lori Jean Franz and John Coll (Georgetown, TX).She is also survived by her two granddaughters and their husbands, 
Angela Lynné Reed Tull and Benjamin Tull (Memphis, Tennessee) and Amanda
 Nicole Reed Ferguson and Marvin Ferguson (Chicago, IL). “Little Granny”
 was also dearly loved by her four great-grandchildren—Bailey Grace 
Ferguson (Chicago, IL), Riley Grace Tull (Memphis, TN), Reed Marvin 
Ferguson (Chicago, IL), and Amelia Catherine Tull (Memphis, TN). 
According to the great-grandchildren, no one made homemade noodles, 
caramels, and pies as well as Little Granny, no matter how hard they 
tried.Betty was an amazing aunt to her nieces and nephews, Janice Mann 
Bogle (and husband Ron), Shela Mann Shank, Bob Thorne (and wife Vera), 
and Bill Thorne. She was a second “mother” to them as well as their 
aunt, and their mutual love for each other was a gift to all. She took 
great joy and pride in all they did.Betty grew up in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, where her father, “Grandpa
 Pete” to us, was the Chase County sheriff. They lived in the 
courthouse, and she graduated from high school in Cottonwood Falls. She 
later moved to Larned, Kansas and married Virgil Ralph Franz, where she 
was a bank teller at the First National Bank. They raised their three 
children in Larned until the early 1960s. They then lived in Wichita, 
Kansas, Lake Quivira, Kansas (Kansas City), New Orleans, Louisiana, and 
Dallas, Texas. When Betty and Virgil&nbsp; divorced in the late 1970s, she 
moved to Memphis, TN, where she remained the rest of her life. Betty was
 Vice-President of Germantown Trust Savings and Loan in Germantown, TN 
for many years until her retirement when they closed.Throughout her life, Betty was an avid golfer and duplicate bridge 
player. She also enjoyed traveling to Texas and the Florida beach, 
embarking on cruises, going dancing with her dearest friends, reading 
romance novels, and playing dominoes and card games.Betty’s greatest&nbsp; joy was watching her children, grandchildren, and 
great-grandchildren grow up, and she loved each of them dearly, as they 
loved her. She was a classy lady who loved&nbsp; dressing “foxy,” even in her
 nineties. When she was not visiting with family in person, she would 
talk to her children twice a day on video with her beloved “Alexa” 
device. It was our lifeline to her…and hers to us. Until just two weeks 
prior to her death, Betty was busy feeding her birds in her backyard, 
talking to her children on video, helping Julene decorate her front door
 with winter decor, and enjoying her life. We are all so blessed to have
 had her love throughout our lives.Betty loved watching sports—especially the Kansas City Chiefs, as 
well as the Dallas Cowboys, Memphis Grizzlies, University of Memphis 
Tigers football and basketball, and professional golf tournaments. She 
would spend her weekends watching sports and loving every minute of it, 
dressing up for her favorite teams.Betty (our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother) had a great 
sense of humor and loved to tell jokes. She was a friend to everyone she
 met, and she was always looking out for others, helping however she 
could.God has gained an amazing angel in the heavens above. We were all 
blessed to have had the best mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother 
anyone could ever have. While our hearts are broken in a million pieces 
and we miss her so deeply, we are comforted to know that she is now at 
peace and again with her beloved family in heaven.We love you more, “Momma,” forever and ever. You are and will always 
be in our hearts and souls forever, and I know we are in yours. We will 
miss you every minute of every day until we meet again. Rest in peace, 
sweet mother.A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, February 1st, at the
 Larned United Methodist Church in Larned, Kansas. Family visitation 
will begin at 10:15 a.m. followed by a service in the sanctuary at 11:00
 a.m. A brief graveside ceremony will follow at the Larned Cemetery 
where she will be laid to rest with other members of her beloved family.The family requests that any donations be given to either St. Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital or the American Cancer Society, both in 
care of Beckwith Mortuary, Inc. P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; 
Personal condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>

Betty Lucille Franz

Paul Clarence&nbsp;Popp, 96, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at the Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend,&nbsp;Kansas.

Paul was born October 31,&nbsp;1926, in Kansas City, Missouri. &nbsp;He was one of&nbsp;five sons born to Peter and&nbsp;Paulina (Miller)&nbsp;Popp. &nbsp;He grew up on the family farm in northern Barton County. &nbsp;

Paul served his country in the U.S. Army&nbsp;from November 1954 to November 1956 at&nbsp;the end of the Korean War. &nbsp;After&nbsp;his&nbsp;tour, he returned to the family farm.

Paul was united in&nbsp;marriage to Fara&nbsp;Mae Brack on June 15, 1958, in Otis,&nbsp;Kansas. &nbsp;This union was blessed with a son, Allan. &nbsp;They made their home in&nbsp;Russell.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fara preceded him&nbsp;in death on May 17, 2015.

Paul worked for the City of Russell in the Power Plant&nbsp;for many years. &nbsp;He was the Operator and later the Mechanic of the plant. &nbsp;He was a member of&nbsp;St. John Lutheran Church. &nbsp;In his spare&nbsp;time,&nbsp;he enjoyed tinkering in his garage&nbsp;and going to the farm with Allan.

Paul’s surviving family include his son, Allan Popp and companion&nbsp;Colette Gnad&nbsp;of Hays, Kansas;&nbsp;and many nieces&nbsp;and nephews.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents;&nbsp;wife Fara;&nbsp;four brothers, Otto&nbsp;Popp,&nbsp;Theodor&nbsp;Popp, Lester Popp and Richard Popp.

Celebration of Paul’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday,&nbsp;January&nbsp;30, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell. &nbsp;A private burial will take&nbsp;place&nbsp;later. &nbsp;Visitation&nbsp;will be held from 1:00 PM to&nbsp;8:00 PM, Sunday,&nbsp;January&nbsp;29, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00&nbsp;PM. &nbsp;

A Memorial has been&nbsp;established&nbsp;with Russell Regional Hospital. &nbsp;Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Paul Clarence&nbsp;Popp, 96, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at the Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend,&nbsp;Kansas.Paul was born October 31,&nbsp;1926, in Kansas City, Missouri. &nbsp;He was one of&nbsp;five sons born to Peter and&nbsp;Paulina (Miller)&nbsp;Popp. &nbsp;He grew up on the family farm in northern Barton County. &nbsp;Paul served his country in the U.S. Army&nbsp;from November 1954 to November 1956 at&nbsp;the end of the Korean War. &nbsp;After&nbsp;his&nbsp;tour, he returned to the family farm.Paul was united in&nbsp;marriage to Fara&nbsp;Mae Brack on June 15, 1958, in Otis,&nbsp;Kansas. &nbsp;This union was blessed with a son, Allan. &nbsp;They made their home in&nbsp;Russell.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fara preceded him&nbsp;in death on May 17, 2015.Paul worked for the City of Russell in the Power Plant&nbsp;for many years. &nbsp;He was the Operator and later the Mechanic of the plant. &nbsp;He was a member of&nbsp;St. John Lutheran Church. &nbsp;In his spare&nbsp;time,&nbsp;he enjoyed tinkering in his garage&nbsp;and going to the farm with Allan.Paul’s surviving family include his son, Allan Popp and companion&nbsp;Colette Gnad&nbsp;of Hays, Kansas;&nbsp;and many nieces&nbsp;and nephews.Paul was preceded in death by his parents;&nbsp;wife Fara;&nbsp;four brothers, Otto&nbsp;Popp,&nbsp;Theodor&nbsp;Popp, Lester Popp and Richard Popp.Celebration of Paul’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday,&nbsp;January&nbsp;30, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell. &nbsp;A private burial will take&nbsp;place&nbsp;later. &nbsp;Visitation&nbsp;will be held from 1:00 PM to&nbsp;8:00 PM, Sunday,&nbsp;January&nbsp;29, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00&nbsp;PM. &nbsp;A Memorial has been&nbsp;established&nbsp;with Russell Regional Hospital. &nbsp;Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Paul Clarence Popp

Owen Eugene Beneda was born on April 14, 1936, in Oberlin, Kansas, to 
John and Sarah Jane (Kennedy) Beneda.&nbsp; Owen grew up on the family farm, 
12 miles south of McCook, Nebraska, and in 1948 they moved to McCook 
where Owen attended school and graduated with the class of 1954 . Owen was inducted into the United States Army on September 29, 1959.&nbsp; 
He received the Good Conduct Medal and finished his military service 
with the Nebraska Army National Guard where he was honorably discharged 
in 1963 at the rank of sergeant. Owen was united in marriage to 
Lois Jane Wissbaum on October 19, 1969 at the First Assembly of God 
Church in McCook.&nbsp; Owen and Lois Jane would make McCook their lifetime 
home and they were both fifty plus year members of the First Assembly of
 God Church. Owen began employment as a mechanic with the EM 
Slinger Motor Company in 1955.&nbsp; EM Slinger transitioned to the Lee 
Janssen Motor Company and Owen continued to be a faithful employee until
 they closed their doors in 2001.&nbsp; Owen went on to own and operate an 
HVAC business, servicing countless residences and businesses in McCook 
and the surrounding area.&nbsp; In 2018 an accident forced him into early 
retirement.&nbsp; He enjoyed motorcycles and fishing, but he was quick to 
admit that his favorite hobby was his work.&nbsp; Owen’s failing health 
forced him to move to the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook in 2018; he 
was a resident of Hillcrest when he passed away Tuesday morning, January
 24, 2023.&nbsp; He was 86 years of age.

Owen was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, Larry Wood; and a niece, Penney Wood. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Lois Jane Beneda of McCook; 
sister, Mary Ann Wood of McCook; as well as cousins and friends.

Services were Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook 
with Pastor Barry Johnson officiating.&nbsp; A private family graveside 
service was at Memorial Park Cemetery, McCook. In 
lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the First Assembly of God 
Church in McCook or to a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp; Online 
condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have been 
entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

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 </figure>Owen Eugene Beneda was born on April 14, 1936, in Oberlin, Kansas, to 
John and Sarah Jane (Kennedy) Beneda.&nbsp; Owen grew up on the family farm, 
12 miles south of McCook, Nebraska, and in 1948 they moved to McCook 
where Owen attended school and graduated with the class of 1954 . Owen was inducted into the United States Army on September 29, 1959.&nbsp; 
He received the Good Conduct Medal and finished his military service 
with the Nebraska Army National Guard where he was honorably discharged 
in 1963 at the rank of sergeant. Owen was united in marriage to 
Lois Jane Wissbaum on October 19, 1969 at the First Assembly of God 
Church in McCook.&nbsp; Owen and Lois Jane would make McCook their lifetime 
home and they were both fifty plus year members of the First Assembly of
 God Church. Owen began employment as a mechanic with the EM 
Slinger Motor Company in 1955.&nbsp; EM Slinger transitioned to the Lee 
Janssen Motor Company and Owen continued to be a faithful employee until
 they closed their doors in 2001.&nbsp; Owen went on to own and operate an 
HVAC business, servicing countless residences and businesses in McCook 
and the surrounding area.&nbsp; In 2018 an accident forced him into early 
retirement.&nbsp; He enjoyed motorcycles and fishing, but he was quick to 
admit that his favorite hobby was his work.&nbsp; Owen’s failing health 
forced him to move to the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook in 2018; he 
was a resident of Hillcrest when he passed away Tuesday morning, January
 24, 2023.&nbsp; He was 86 years of age.Owen was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, Larry Wood; and a niece, Penney Wood. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Lois Jane Beneda of McCook; 
sister, Mary Ann Wood of McCook; as well as cousins and friends.Services were Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook 
with Pastor Barry Johnson officiating.&nbsp; A private family graveside 
service was at Memorial Park Cemetery, McCook. In 
lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the First Assembly of God 
Church in McCook or to a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp; Online 
condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have been 
entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

Owen Eugene Beneda

Janet Susan Smedley, passed away Jan. 25, 2023, at the Rocky Hollow 
Lake House in Georgetown, TX at the age of 80.&nbsp; She was born July 6, 
1942, in Salina, the daughter of Melbern &amp; Margaret (Dragoo) Smedley.

Survivors include her sisters, Margaret Rose, Abbie Fenton, Anitra Breit &amp; Kathleen Le Fabre.

Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 30, at 10:30 a.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy Herder 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Agra Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the F. Lee Doctor Library.

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 </figure>Janet Susan Smedley, passed away Jan. 25, 2023, at the Rocky Hollow 
Lake House in Georgetown, TX at the age of 80.&nbsp; She was born July 6, 
1942, in Salina, the daughter of Melbern &amp; Margaret (Dragoo) Smedley.Survivors include her sisters, Margaret Rose, Abbie Fenton, Anitra Breit &amp; Kathleen Le Fabre.Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 30, at 10:30 a.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy Herder 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Agra Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to the F. Lee Doctor Library.

Janet Susan Smedley

Theresa (Weigel) Klaus, age 79 of Victoria, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Via Christi Village Care Center Hays, Kansas.

Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria,&nbsp;Kansas 67671.

&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Theresa (Weigel) Klaus, age 79 of Victoria, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Via Christi Village Care Center Hays, Kansas.Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria,&nbsp;Kansas 67671.&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Theresa (Weigel) Klaus

September 12, 1969
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 26, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

September 12, 1969
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 26, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Jerry Dean McGuire

Rita Mae VonFeldt, 93, longtime resident of Hays, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Angel Arms in McPherson.

She was born October 12, 1929, in 
Liebenthal, the daughter of John B. and Josephine (Dechant) 
Legleiter.&nbsp;&nbsp;On June 29, 1948, she was united in marriage to Robert F. 
VonFeldt, and they celebrated 43 years of marriage before he preceded 
her in death on September 2, 1991.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She worked at Travenol for 13 years
 until its closing in 1985, and together with her husband owned and 
operated Centennial Restaurant.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her memberships included Immaculate 
Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hays, St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
McPherson, Daughters of Isabella Circle #254, and she served as 
secretary for St. John’s Auxiliary and the Sunflower Polka Club.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rita 
loved her family, was proud to be a great-great grandmother, and whether
 polka dancing with Robert, teaching her children to bowl, participating
 in family bowling tournaments, or camping and fishing, she was happy 
they were together.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed embroidery, taking care of her lawn, 
flower gardening, and had a devout faith, praying the rosary daily.

Survivors include her twin 
children:&nbsp;&nbsp;Darrel VonFeldt and wife JoAnn of Hays and Sheila 
Pfannenstiel and husband Joe of McPherson, a brother: Ron Legleiter and 
wife Susan of Hays, three sisters: Julie Randa of McPherson, Annie 
Daniels of El Dorado, and Mary Jane Brungardt of McPherson, four 
grandchildren: Klint VonFeldt and wife Jennifer, Kenda Leiker and 
husband Corey, Rachael Steenson and husband Brad, and Ryan Pfannenstiel 
and wife Megan, ten great grandchildren, one great-great granddaughter, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, and four brothers: Robert, Ralph, Richard and Raymond Legleiter.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. David Micheal officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow
 in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 pm 
followed by a vigil service at 6:30, all on Monday at the funeral 
home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to Kindred Hospice in McPherson or for 
masses.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Rita may be shared with her family 
at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rita Mae VonFeldt, 93, longtime resident of Hays, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Angel Arms in McPherson.She was born October 12, 1929, in 
Liebenthal, the daughter of John B. and Josephine (Dechant) 
Legleiter.&nbsp;&nbsp;On June 29, 1948, she was united in marriage to Robert F. 
VonFeldt, and they celebrated 43 years of marriage before he preceded 
her in death on September 2, 1991.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She worked at Travenol for 13 years
 until its closing in 1985, and together with her husband owned and 
operated Centennial Restaurant.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her memberships included Immaculate 
Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hays, St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
McPherson, Daughters of Isabella Circle #254, and she served as 
secretary for St. John’s Auxiliary and the Sunflower Polka Club.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rita 
loved her family, was proud to be a great-great grandmother, and whether
 polka dancing with Robert, teaching her children to bowl, participating
 in family bowling tournaments, or camping and fishing, she was happy 
they were together.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed embroidery, taking care of her lawn, 
flower gardening, and had a devout faith, praying the rosary daily.Survivors include her twin 
children:&nbsp;&nbsp;Darrel VonFeldt and wife JoAnn of Hays and Sheila 
Pfannenstiel and husband Joe of McPherson, a brother: Ron Legleiter and 
wife Susan of Hays, three sisters: Julie Randa of McPherson, Annie 
Daniels of El Dorado, and Mary Jane Brungardt of McPherson, four 
grandchildren: Klint VonFeldt and wife Jennifer, Kenda Leiker and 
husband Corey, Rachael Steenson and husband Brad, and Ryan Pfannenstiel 
and wife Megan, ten great grandchildren, one great-great granddaughter, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, and four brothers: Robert, Ralph, Richard and Raymond Legleiter.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. David Micheal officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow
 in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 pm 
followed by a vigil service at 6:30, all on Monday at the funeral 
home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Kindred Hospice in McPherson or for 
masses.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Rita may be shared with her family 
at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rita Mae VonFeldt

James Robert “Bob” Hildebrand, 75, sadly passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023.

Bob
 was born February 3, 1947, in Hill City, Kansas. Best known by his 
friends and family as “Hilde," he was a true cowboy at heart. In his 
younger years you would often find him at the local rodeo events around 
Hill City riding the bulls and broncs. After graduating from Hill City
 High School, Bob joined the Air Force and was stationed in Almogordo, 
New Mexico. Prior to his retirement from the workforce, he was an 
employee for Kansas Nebraska Natural Gas Company, he was a carpet layer,
 and helped local farmers with harvest. Bob enjoyed spending time with 
friends and knew his way around a pool table, but he had a real passion 
for the outdoors. He spent many hours hunting and fishing at the local 
lakes. As a fan of Ducks Unlimited, Bob attended multiple banquets 
where he won guided fishing tours in Minnesota. When he wasn’t at the 
lake you could find him at his local safety meeting, playing solitaire, 
or cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs.

Bob was 
preceded in death by his parents, Frederick &amp; Emma (Albertson) 
Hildebrand and his sister Janet Ashbaugh. He is survived by his 
brother, Brett (Traci) Hildebrand, two sons Chris (Rebecca) Hildebrand 
and Matt (Kim) Hildebrand, four grandchildren and multiple nieces and 
nephews.

A public funeral service will be held in 
Bob’s honor at Cowboy Junction in Hill City Thursday, February 2, 2023,&nbsp; at 11:00 AM.  Please forward any condolences to Stinemetz Funeral Home 
522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, Kansas 67642. 

Memorials are suggested to
 the WildTrust Unrestricted Fund: WildTrust, Kansas Department of 
Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, 512 SE 25th Ave, Pratt, KS  67124-8174 or 
call (620) 672-5911 for more information.

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 </figure>James Robert “Bob” Hildebrand, 75, sadly passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023.Bob
 was born February 3, 1947, in Hill City, Kansas. Best known by his 
friends and family as “Hilde," he was a true cowboy at heart. In his 
younger years you would often find him at the local rodeo events around 
Hill City riding the bulls and broncs. After graduating from Hill City
 High School, Bob joined the Air Force and was stationed in Almogordo, 
New Mexico. Prior to his retirement from the workforce, he was an 
employee for Kansas Nebraska Natural Gas Company, he was a carpet layer,
 and helped local farmers with harvest. Bob enjoyed spending time with 
friends and knew his way around a pool table, but he had a real passion 
for the outdoors. He spent many hours hunting and fishing at the local 
lakes. As a fan of Ducks Unlimited, Bob attended multiple banquets 
where he won guided fishing tours in Minnesota. When he wasn’t at the 
lake you could find him at his local safety meeting, playing solitaire, 
or cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs. Bob was 
preceded in death by his parents, Frederick &amp; Emma (Albertson) 
Hildebrand and his sister Janet Ashbaugh. He is survived by his 
brother, Brett (Traci) Hildebrand, two sons Chris (Rebecca) Hildebrand 
and Matt (Kim) Hildebrand, four grandchildren and multiple nieces and 
nephews. A public funeral service will be held in 
Bob’s honor at Cowboy Junction in Hill City Thursday, February 2, 2023,&nbsp; at 11:00 AM. Please forward any condolences to Stinemetz Funeral Home 
522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, Kansas 67642. Memorials are suggested to
 the WildTrust Unrestricted Fund: WildTrust, Kansas Department of 
Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, 512 SE 25th Ave, Pratt, KS 67124-8174 or 
call (620) 672-5911 for more information.

James Robert 'Bob' Hildebrand

Joe, 82, passed away peacefully at the Harry Hynes Hospice Center at St Francis Hospital on January 24, 2023.

He
 grew up in the farm/rural community of Copeland Kansas and graduated 
from Copeland High in 1958, in a class of 12 students. &nbsp;Raised in a 
rural area Joe, was very active in 4-H, where he earned a trip to the 
American Royal. &nbsp;He developed a love of automobiles, and this passion 
remained his favorite hobby and side job throughout his life. 

Joe married the love of his life, Vicki Deines, December 31, 1961, in Clayton, New Mexico 

Joe
 and Vicki enjoyed riding motorcycles and were involved in the Gold Wing
 Touring Association. &nbsp;They rode many miles, traveling coast to coast, 
seeing the sights with many dear friends. &nbsp;Joe held the position of 
Chapter Director of the Gold Wing Touring Association, Chapter C in 
Dodge City.

One of his greatest loves were his daughters and 
grandchildren, who he passed on the love of cars, boating, and anything 
fast. &nbsp;He taught his girls and grandkids to drive a stick shift and spin
 kitties. &nbsp;He spent time with his family, teaching them the automotive 
trade, while rebuilding engines, welding body panels, sanding, priming, 
and painting vehicles. &nbsp;Joe was known for being willing and able to fix 
or build anything, which kept him busy with his side service jobs. 

Joe
 retired from the Judson Large Power Plant in Dodge City, KS after 34 
years on January 1, 2000, as the Assistant Plant Manager. &nbsp;He was also a
 volunteer for Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City. 

Joe and Vicki moved from Dodge City to Wichita, KS, in 2007.

He
 is survived by his wife of 61 years, Vicki of the home, 2 daughters, 6 
grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren. Three siblings, Jack 
(Jacqualine) Dunham, Wichita, KS, Larry (Jeanette) Dunham, Conway, AR, 
and Kathleen (Kitty) Birney, Topeka, KS.

Daughter Debra Edwards, 
Manhattan, KS. Children: Kyle (Ashley) Edwards, of Godley, TX, with 
daughter Kinley. &nbsp;Derek (Beth McDougal) Edwards, of Hays, KS.

Daughter
 Shelly (John) Hinderliter, of Dodge City, KS. &nbsp;Children: Tyler (Lexi) 
Pencis, of Ingalls, KS, with children Phoenix, Triniti, Audrey, Collette
 and Layla. Ashlee Pencis, of Dodge City, KS, with son Carter. Tandy 
(Jason) Boese, of Abilene, KS, with children Kasey, Ronnie, and Chelsea.
 &nbsp;Megan (Austin Zink) Weis, of Dodge City, KS, with children - Lexi, 
Rylan, Ashlynn, Alexis, and Declan. 

He was proceeded in death by both parents: Ralph and Myrtle Dunham, brother Don Dunham, and son-in-law Thomas Edwards, DVM. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions to one of the following in memory of Joe.

• Automotive Restoration Technology Program at McPherson College, 1600 E Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460

• Harry Hynes Hospice at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, 929 N. ST. Francis Avenue, Wichita, KS 67214

• Reformation Women’s Blanket Makers, Reformation Lutheran Church, 7601 E. 13th Street North, Wichita, KS 67206

Click <a href="https://www.downingandlahey.com/obituaries/Theadore-Joe-Dunham?obId=27139599#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 grew up in the farm/rural community of Copeland Kansas and graduated 
from Copeland High in 1958, in a class of 12 students. &nbsp;Raised in a 
rural area Joe, was very active in 4-H, where he earned a trip to the 
American Royal. &nbsp;He developed a love of automobiles, and this passion 
remained his favorite hobby and side job throughout his life. Joe married the love of his life, Vicki Deines, December 31, 1961, in Clayton, New Mexico Joe
 and Vicki enjoyed riding motorcycles and were involved in the Gold Wing
 Touring Association. &nbsp;They rode many miles, traveling coast to coast, 
seeing the sights with many dear friends. &nbsp;Joe held the position of 
Chapter Director of the Gold Wing Touring Association, Chapter C in 
Dodge City.One of his greatest loves were his daughters and 
grandchildren, who he passed on the love of cars, boating, and anything 
fast. &nbsp;He taught his girls and grandkids to drive a stick shift and spin
 kitties. &nbsp;He spent time with his family, teaching them the automotive 
trade, while rebuilding engines, welding body panels, sanding, priming, 
and painting vehicles. &nbsp;Joe was known for being willing and able to fix 
or build anything, which kept him busy with his side service jobs. Joe
 retired from the Judson Large Power Plant in Dodge City, KS after 34 
years on January 1, 2000, as the Assistant Plant Manager. &nbsp;He was also a
 volunteer for Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City. Joe and Vicki moved from Dodge City to Wichita, KS, in 2007.He
 is survived by his wife of 61 years, Vicki of the home, 2 daughters, 6 
grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren. Three siblings, Jack 
(Jacqualine) Dunham, Wichita, KS, Larry (Jeanette) Dunham, Conway, AR, 
and Kathleen (Kitty) Birney, Topeka, KS.Daughter Debra Edwards, 
Manhattan, KS. Children: Kyle (Ashley) Edwards, of Godley, TX, with 
daughter Kinley. &nbsp;Derek (Beth McDougal) Edwards, of Hays, KS.Daughter
 Shelly (John) Hinderliter, of Dodge City, KS. &nbsp;Children: Tyler (Lexi) 
Pencis, of Ingalls, KS, with children Phoenix, Triniti, Audrey, Collette
 and Layla. Ashlee Pencis, of Dodge City, KS, with son Carter. Tandy 
(Jason) Boese, of Abilene, KS, with children Kasey, Ronnie, and Chelsea.
 &nbsp;Megan (Austin Zink) Weis, of Dodge City, KS, with children - Lexi, 
Rylan, Ashlynn, Alexis, and Declan. He was proceeded in death by both parents: Ralph and Myrtle Dunham, brother Don Dunham, and son-in-law Thomas Edwards, DVM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions to one of the following in memory of Joe.• Automotive Restoration Technology Program at McPherson College, 1600 E Euclid, McPherson, KS 67460• Harry Hynes Hospice at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, 929 N. ST. Francis Avenue, Wichita, KS 67214• Reformation Women’s Blanket Makers, Reformation Lutheran Church, 7601 E. 13th Street North, Wichita, KS 67206Click <a href="https://www.downingandlahey.com/obituaries/Theadore-Joe-Dunham?obId=27139599#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Theadore Joe Dunham

Jan Arndt, 81, of Cave Creek, AZ, peacefully crossed over the rainbow 
on January 17, 2023, with her family by her side.&nbsp; Jan was born in Hays,
 Kansas, on February 19,1941.&nbsp; She attended high school in Whittier, CA, 
where she met the love of her life, Heinz Thomas Arndt.&nbsp; They were 
married in 1959.&nbsp; They moved their family to Cave Creek, AZ in 1976.&nbsp;

Jan loved life, and enjoyed playing tennis, gardening and was a 
passionate dog lover.&nbsp; Her greatest joy was spending time with her 
family.&nbsp; &nbsp;Jan had many life long friends.&nbsp; She was admired for her 
generosity, compassion, caring, and had a positive influence on those 
who knew her.&nbsp; She will be missed by many, and never forgotten.&nbsp; Jan is a
 warrior with wings, heaven has a new angel.

Jan is survived by her 3 children, Tom, Heidi, Shelley, 3 
Grandchildren, Matt, Mike, Zachary and 2 Great Grandchildren, Brixton 
and Lennox, all of whom she adored.&nbsp; Jan is predeceased by her husband 
Heinz, and her Grandson Skyler Dee Martin.

Memorial Services will be held at Messinger Mortuary, 8555 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Scottsdale, on Saturday, February 11th @ 1pm.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either Foothills Animal Rescue or the American Lung Association

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 </figure>Jan Arndt, 81, of Cave Creek, AZ, peacefully crossed over the rainbow 
on January 17, 2023, with her family by her side.&nbsp; Jan was born in Hays,
 Kansas, on February 19,1941.&nbsp; She attended high school in Whittier, CA, 
where she met the love of her life, Heinz Thomas Arndt.&nbsp; They were 
married in 1959.&nbsp; They moved their family to Cave Creek, AZ in 1976.&nbsp;Jan loved life, and enjoyed playing tennis, gardening and was a 
passionate dog lover.&nbsp; Her greatest joy was spending time with her 
family.&nbsp; &nbsp;Jan had many life long friends.&nbsp; She was admired for her 
generosity, compassion, caring, and had a positive influence on those 
who knew her.&nbsp; She will be missed by many, and never forgotten.&nbsp; Jan is a
 warrior with wings, heaven has a new angel.Jan is survived by her 3 children, Tom, Heidi, Shelley, 3 
Grandchildren, Matt, Mike, Zachary and 2 Great Grandchildren, Brixton 
and Lennox, all of whom she adored.&nbsp; Jan is predeceased by her husband 
Heinz, and her Grandson Skyler Dee Martin.Memorial Services will be held at Messinger Mortuary, 8555 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Scottsdale, on Saturday, February 11th @ 1pm.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either Foothills Animal Rescue or the American Lung Association

Jan Arndt

William T. “Bill” King, M.D., 87, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 
2023, at the University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend Campus. He 
was born August 1, 1935, in Fairbury, Neb. to Robert E. King, Sr. and 
Helen (Throop) King. He married Mary Ella Miller on June 28, 1959, in 
Lawrence, Kan. She passed away under his loving care June 11, 2011.

A resident of Great Bend for almost 60 years, Dr. King was the Chief 
of Staff and OB/GYN of Central Kansas Medical Center; as well as the 
Deputy Coroner for Barton County. During his 30 years of OB/GYN 
practice, Dr. King delivered 3,699 babies and performed 4,100 surgeries.

Dr. King was an Eagle Scout and a member of the First Presbyterian 
Church, where he was a Deacon, Elder and Treasurer. He and Mary served 
as National Skippers for Presbyterian Mariners and led many Mariners in 
Mission work camps. In 1996, they served 10 weeks as medical 
missionaries in Pakistan.

Dr. King was very active in the community. He was a member of the 
Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, Great Bend Country Club, and Barton 
County Health Department Health Advisory Council. He served on the board
 of directors for Central Kansas Court Appointed Special Advocates, 
Great Bend Library, and Barton County Historical Society. He was also 
District Governor for Rotary District #5670, President and Secretary of 
Great Bend Rotary, and chaplain of the Sons of the American Revolution 
Prairie Minutemen chapter.

Dr. King enjoyed playing golf, snow skiing, cheering for the 
Jayhawks, traveling all seven continents of the world and sharing with 
his family, colleagues and friends. He especially enjoyed family ski 
Christmases in Winter Park, Col. He held his family very close to his 
heart and was very proud of all of them. His favorite title was “Grandpa
 King.”

Survivors include, his children, Carolee Hoffman and husband Scott of
 Basehor, Russell King, M.D. and wife Susan Clevenger of Overland Park, 
Pamela Tracy and husband Kenny of Great Bend and Roberta King, PhD. and 
husband Louis Soloff of Narragansett, RI; two brothers, Bob King, Jr. of
 Washington, Kan. and Rick King of Sellersburg, Ind.; six grandchildren,
 Justin Tracy (Nicole), Katlyn Tracy (Josh Wiley), Ryan King, Evan King,
 Robin King, Curtis Soloff; five great grandchildren, Jack, Logan and 
Ella Tracy, and Logan and Finley Wiley; and his special friend, Margie 
Nairn of Great Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his 
wife, Mary.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 31, 
2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 
to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, 
February 1, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church in Great Bend, with 
Pastor Dick Ogle presiding. Interment will be at 1:00 Thursday, February
 2, 2023, in the Acacia Garden of Memorial Park Cemetery, 1517 E 15th
 St., Lawrence, KS 66044. 

Memorials have been designated to the Dr. Bill
 King Foundation for Healthcare at Barton Community College, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>William T. “Bill” King, M.D., 87, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 
2023, at the University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend Campus. He 
was born August 1, 1935, in Fairbury, Neb. to Robert E. King, Sr. and 
Helen (Throop) King. He married Mary Ella Miller on June 28, 1959, in 
Lawrence, Kan. She passed away under his loving care June 11, 2011.A resident of Great Bend for almost 60 years, Dr. King was the Chief 
of Staff and OB/GYN of Central Kansas Medical Center; as well as the 
Deputy Coroner for Barton County. During his 30 years of OB/GYN 
practice, Dr. King delivered 3,699 babies and performed 4,100 surgeries.Dr. King was an Eagle Scout and a member of the First Presbyterian 
Church, where he was a Deacon, Elder and Treasurer. He and Mary served 
as National Skippers for Presbyterian Mariners and led many Mariners in 
Mission work camps. In 1996, they served 10 weeks as medical 
missionaries in Pakistan.Dr. King was very active in the community. He was a member of the 
Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, Great Bend Country Club, and Barton 
County Health Department Health Advisory Council. He served on the board
 of directors for Central Kansas Court Appointed Special Advocates, 
Great Bend Library, and Barton County Historical Society. He was also 
District Governor for Rotary District #5670, President and Secretary of 
Great Bend Rotary, and chaplain of the Sons of the American Revolution 
Prairie Minutemen chapter.Dr. King enjoyed playing golf, snow skiing, cheering for the 
Jayhawks, traveling all seven continents of the world and sharing with 
his family, colleagues and friends. He especially enjoyed family ski 
Christmases in Winter Park, Col. He held his family very close to his 
heart and was very proud of all of them. His favorite title was “Grandpa
 King.”Survivors include, his children, Carolee Hoffman and husband Scott of
 Basehor, Russell King, M.D. and wife Susan Clevenger of Overland Park, 
Pamela Tracy and husband Kenny of Great Bend and Roberta King, PhD. and 
husband Louis Soloff of Narragansett, RI; two brothers, Bob King, Jr. of
 Washington, Kan. and Rick King of Sellersburg, Ind.; six grandchildren,
 Justin Tracy (Nicole), Katlyn Tracy (Josh Wiley), Ryan King, Evan King,
 Robin King, Curtis Soloff; five great grandchildren, Jack, Logan and 
Ella Tracy, and Logan and Finley Wiley; and his special friend, Margie 
Nairn of Great Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his 
wife, Mary.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 31, 
2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 
to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, 
February 1, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church in Great Bend, with 
Pastor Dick Ogle presiding. Interment will be at 1:00 Thursday, February
 2, 2023, in the Acacia Garden of Memorial Park Cemetery, 1517 E 15th
 St., Lawrence, KS 66044. Memorials have been designated to the Dr. Bill
 King Foundation for Healthcare at Barton Community College, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

William T. 'Bill' King, M.D.

Dennis E. Terpstra died peacefully January 17, 2023, in Smith Center 
Kansas. He was born November 25, 1931, in Hartley, IA, the son of Rients 
and Lorain Terpstra. Dennis graduated from Harley High School.&nbsp;

Following
 graduation, he served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He 
married Karen Severance and the settled in San Leandro, CA. He worked at
 the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory until he Retired in 1986. He
 enjoyed traveling, skiing and Square dancing.

In addition to his Parents he was preceded by his wife Karen, his Sister Barbara and Brother Richard.&nbsp;

Surviving
 are his Daughter Michelle Furtado and her husband Gary Sr. of Hayward, 
CA, his Son Michael Terpstra and his Wife Allyn of Rocklin, CA. Four 
Grandchildren Anika, Gary, Jr, Nikolas and Justin. Many Nieces and 
Nephews of Iowa and Texas, Sister-in-law Sharyn Hojda of Lebanon, KS.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Dennis-E.-Terpstra?obId=27121697#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Dennis E. Terpstra died peacefully January 17, 2023, in Smith Center 
Kansas. He was born November 25, 1931, in Hartley, IA, the son of Rients 
and Lorain Terpstra. Dennis graduated from Harley High School.&nbsp;Following
 graduation, he served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He 
married Karen Severance and the settled in San Leandro, CA. He worked at
 the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory until he Retired in 1986. He
 enjoyed traveling, skiing and Square dancing. In addition to his Parents he was preceded by his wife Karen, his Sister Barbara and Brother Richard.&nbsp;Surviving
 are his Daughter Michelle Furtado and her husband Gary Sr. of Hayward, 
CA, his Son Michael Terpstra and his Wife Allyn of Rocklin, CA. Four 
Grandchildren Anika, Gary, Jr, Nikolas and Justin. Many Nieces and 
Nephews of Iowa and Texas, Sister-in-law Sharyn Hojda of Lebanon, KS.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Dennis-E.-Terpstra?obId=27121697#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Dennis E. Terpstra

Brenton Dale Wright was born October 7, 2017, in Imperial, Nebraska, to Sabre (Yarbrough) and Douglas Wright. 
 Brenton attended Little Sunshine Pre-school in Imperial. He enjoyed 
being outside or laying in his bed watching movies. Brenton especially 
loved riding around town in the car with his family. Brenton passed away Saturday evening, January 21, 2023, at the Chase County Community Hospital. He was 5 years of age. 
 Brenton was preceded in death by his Great-grandpa Douglas Lannigan, 
Great-great grandma Mary Yarbrough and Great-great uncle Bill Moser. Survivors Include: Parents: Douglas &amp; Sabre Wright and little brothers Emerson and baby Wright of Imperial, NE. Grandparents: Ray and Tina Wright of Imperial, NE Stephanie Yarbrough of Goodland, KS Aunt &amp; Uncle: Bethany and Chad Cochran of Imperial, NE Aunt Kyah Yarbrough of Goodland, KS Cousins: Makenzie and Colby Cochran of Imperial, NE Great grandma: Matilda Yarbrough of Odessa, TX Great grandpa: Dale Meyers of Wauneta, NE Great grandma: Penny Lannigan of Lincoln, NE Great-grandparents: Merle &amp; Christine Poppe of Grant, NE Great-grandparents: Fred &amp; Louise Kenton of Pawnee City, NE Great-great grandpa: Walt Yarbrough of Plainview, TX 
 A Celebration of life will be held Saturday morning, February 4, 2023, 
11:00 A.M. (MT) at the Imperial Berean Church, Imperial, with Pastor 
Matt Maxwell officiating. A memorial, in Brenton’s memory, has been suggested to the Wright Family for a future designation. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Brenton Dale Wright was born October 7, 2017, in Imperial, Nebraska, to Sabre (Yarbrough) and Douglas Wright. 
 Brenton attended Little Sunshine Pre-school in Imperial. He enjoyed 
being outside or laying in his bed watching movies. Brenton especially 
loved riding around town in the car with his family. Brenton passed away Saturday evening, January 21, 2023, at the Chase County Community Hospital. He was 5 years of age. 
 Brenton was preceded in death by his Great-grandpa Douglas Lannigan, 
Great-great grandma Mary Yarbrough and Great-great uncle Bill Moser. Survivors Include: Parents: Douglas &amp; Sabre Wright and little brothers Emerson and baby Wright of Imperial, NE. Grandparents: Ray and Tina Wright of Imperial, NE Stephanie Yarbrough of Goodland, KS Aunt &amp; Uncle: Bethany and Chad Cochran of Imperial, NE Aunt Kyah Yarbrough of Goodland, KS Cousins: Makenzie and Colby Cochran of Imperial, NE Great grandma: Matilda Yarbrough of Odessa, TX Great grandpa: Dale Meyers of Wauneta, NE Great grandma: Penny Lannigan of Lincoln, NE Great-grandparents: Merle &amp; Christine Poppe of Grant, NE Great-grandparents: Fred &amp; Louise Kenton of Pawnee City, NE Great-great grandpa: Walt Yarbrough of Plainview, TX 
 A Celebration of life will be held Saturday morning, February 4, 2023, 
11:00 A.M. (MT) at the Imperial Berean Church, Imperial, with Pastor 
Matt Maxwell officiating. A memorial, in Brenton’s memory, has been suggested to the Wright Family for a future designation. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

Brenton Wright

Darrel Mangels of Ulysses died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, on his 80th birthday, at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital in Ulysses. He was born Jan. 25, 1943, in Zenda, the son of Floyd and Marjorie (Vogue) Mangels. He was adopted by Bud and Thelma (Mangels) Helwig. Darrel was a lifetime resident of Grant County. After graduating from Grant County Rural High School, he spent his life as a farmer. Darrel married Pat Mahaffey on Dec. 31, 1962, in Ulysses. He enjoyed working on race cars, which led to his favorite pastime, car racing. You would find him in the pits working on the cars rather than driving them. Darrel is survived by his wife, Pat, of their home; sons, Ronnie Mangels and wife Nancy, Don Mangels and wife Chrissie, and Bob Mangels and fiancé Casey Knox all of Ulysses; brother, Lloyd Mangels of Franklin, Tennessee; five grandchildren, Brady, Brett, Tyler, Emily, and Jami; and many nieces and nephews. Darrel is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Mangels and Marjorie Mische, and Bud and Thelma Helwig; brothers, Carl, Eddie and David Mangels; sisters, Vikki Mayers and Judy Caldwell; and grandson, Eric Knox. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 at the First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Todd Guinn officiating.

Interment will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses.

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. 

Condolences may be posted at <a href="http://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com">www.garnandfuneralhomes.com</a>.

Darrel Mangels of Ulysses died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, on his 80th birthday, at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital in Ulysses. He was born Jan. 25, 1943, in Zenda, the son of Floyd and Marjorie (Vogue) Mangels. He was adopted by Bud and Thelma (Mangels) Helwig. Darrel was a lifetime resident of Grant County. After graduating from Grant County Rural High School, he spent his life as a farmer. Darrel married Pat Mahaffey on Dec. 31, 1962, in Ulysses. He enjoyed working on race cars, which led to his favorite pastime, car racing. You would find him in the pits working on the cars rather than driving them. Darrel is survived by his wife, Pat, of their home; sons, Ronnie Mangels and wife Nancy, Don Mangels and wife Chrissie, and Bob Mangels and fiancé Casey Knox all of Ulysses; brother, Lloyd Mangels of Franklin, Tennessee; five grandchildren, Brady, Brett, Tyler, Emily, and Jami; and many nieces and nephews. Darrel is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Mangels and Marjorie Mische, and Bud and Thelma Helwig; brothers, Carl, Eddie and David Mangels; sisters, Vikki Mayers and Judy Caldwell; and grandson, Eric Knox. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 at the First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Todd Guinn officiating.Interment will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery.Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses.Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences may be posted at <a href="http://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com">www.garnandfuneralhomes.com</a>.

Darrel Mangels

Cindy Lou (Huff) Schmidt, age 62, passed away at her home in Hays on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023.

Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd&nbsp; St., Hays, KS 67601.

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

Cindy Lou (Huff) Schmidt, age 62, passed away at her home in Hays on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023.Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd&nbsp; St., Hays, KS 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail&nbsp; to&nbsp;clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.&nbsp;

Cindy Lou (Huff) Schmidt 

Friday, September 7th, 1928-Tuesday, January 24th, 2023

An obituary and service details are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

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 </figure>Friday, September 7th, 1928-Tuesday, January 24th, 2023An obituary and service details are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Elma Alberta Ahrens

Susan Roehl, 47, passed away January 20, 2023, at her home in Inman 
with her family by her side. She was born May 22, 1975, in Hays, KS, the
 daughter of Victor Moss and Connie Lee Shapland Moss. She was a 
graduate of Greensburg High School. She had worked at Inman High School 
as a cook, gymnastics coach at Hutchinson YMCA, transportation 
coordinator for McPherson Health and Rehabilitation, and was involved in
 the Inman Volunteer Fire Department.

She was a member of the 
Greensburg United Methodist Church and most recently attended Zoar 
Mennonite Brethren Church. She was an avid knitter and liked to 
sunbathe.

Survivors include her mother, Connie Dawson, Spearville,
 KS; son, Terrell Roehl, Hutchinson; daughter, Kandace Roehl, Hutchison;
 step-mother, Judy Moss, Poplar Bluff, MO; 3 brothers, Joe (Elizabeth) 
Moss, Poplar Bluff, MO, Byron (Rachel) Moss, O'Fallon, MO; and Bobby 
Moss, Poplar Bluff, MO; step- sister, Uriah (Jeff) Hubbell, Spearville, 
KS; and step-brother, Shane Dawson, Lebanon, TN.

She was preceded in death by her father, Victor Moss; step-father, Steve Dawson; and a nephew, Kolton Jax Hubble.

Cremation
 has taken place. A family gathering will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. 
Thursday, January 27, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home. A memorial service 
will be held at 1:30 PM Friday, January 27, 2023, at Zoar Mennonite 
Brethren Church, Inman. Services will be live streamed on the Inman 
Funeral Home Facebook page. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions 
may be made to the Inman Fire Department or the Inman Senior Center, 
both in care of the funeral home. To leave a condolence for the family, 
visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

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 </figure>Susan Roehl, 47, passed away January 20, 2023, at her home in Inman 
with her family by her side. She was born May 22, 1975, in Hays, KS, the
 daughter of Victor Moss and Connie Lee Shapland Moss. She was a 
graduate of Greensburg High School. She had worked at Inman High School 
as a cook, gymnastics coach at Hutchinson YMCA, transportation 
coordinator for McPherson Health and Rehabilitation, and was involved in
 the Inman Volunteer Fire Department.She was a member of the 
Greensburg United Methodist Church and most recently attended Zoar 
Mennonite Brethren Church. She was an avid knitter and liked to 
sunbathe.Survivors include her mother, Connie Dawson, Spearville,
 KS; son, Terrell Roehl, Hutchinson; daughter, Kandace Roehl, Hutchison;
 step-mother, Judy Moss, Poplar Bluff, MO; 3 brothers, Joe (Elizabeth) 
Moss, Poplar Bluff, MO, Byron (Rachel) Moss, O'Fallon, MO; and Bobby 
Moss, Poplar Bluff, MO; step- sister, Uriah (Jeff) Hubbell, Spearville, 
KS; and step-brother, Shane Dawson, Lebanon, TN.She was preceded in death by her father, Victor Moss; step-father, Steve Dawson; and a nephew, Kolton Jax Hubble.Cremation
 has taken place. A family gathering will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. 
Thursday, January 27, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home. A memorial service 
will be held at 1:30 PM Friday, January 27, 2023, at Zoar Mennonite 
Brethren Church, Inman. Services will be live streamed on the Inman 
Funeral Home Facebook page. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions 
may be made to the Inman Fire Department or the Inman Senior Center, 
both in care of the funeral home. To leave a condolence for the family, 
visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Susan Roehl

Richard E. Bruch, age 95, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at&nbsp;Hays Medical Center Hays, Kansas.

He was born December 25, 1927, in Mount Pleasant Township, Warren County, Illinois, to Herman G. and Beulah G. (Poland) Bruch.

He was a retired District Sales Manager for DeKalb Seed Company and a veteran of U S Army.

Richard is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Morgan and husband, David,&nbsp;Hays, KS; his grandchildren, Nick Morgan (Jessica), Hays, KS; Andrew Morgan (Mya), Hays, KS; Kaitlin Williams&nbsp;(Uria), Kansas City, MO; his ten great grandchildren; and his one great great grandchild.&nbsp;

A memorial service and inurnment will be held&nbsp;in Illinois at a later date this spring.

The family suggests memorials to Development Services of Northwest Kansas in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays,&nbsp;1919 East&nbsp;22nd Street,&nbsp;Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Condolences can be sent via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A complete obituary will be posted at a later date.

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 </figure>Richard E. Bruch, age 95, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at&nbsp;Hays Medical Center Hays, Kansas.He was born December 25, 1927, in Mount Pleasant Township, Warren County, Illinois, to Herman G. and Beulah G. (Poland) Bruch.He was a retired District Sales Manager for DeKalb Seed Company and a veteran of U S Army.Richard is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Morgan and husband, David,&nbsp;Hays, KS; his grandchildren, Nick Morgan (Jessica), Hays, KS; Andrew Morgan (Mya), Hays, KS; Kaitlin Williams&nbsp;(Uria), Kansas City, MO; his ten great grandchildren; and his one great great grandchild.&nbsp;A memorial service and inurnment will be held&nbsp;in Illinois at a later date this spring.The family suggests memorials to Development Services of Northwest Kansas in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays,&nbsp;1919 East&nbsp;22nd Street,&nbsp;Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A complete obituary will be posted at a later date.

Richard E. Bruch

Rebecca E. “Becky” Thetford, 78, died January 23, 2023, at Locust 
Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born July 24, 1944, in Noble,
 Oklahoma, the daughter of Robert O. “Bob” Bennet, Sr. and Isabelle 
(Ward) Bennett.&nbsp; Becky graduated from Moline High School, Moline, 
Kansas, and then attended Pittsburg State College.&nbsp;

On February 7, 1965, she married James Orville Thetford in Moline, Kansas. To them was born a son, Jeffery.

Becky worked as a secretary for many years at Jomax Construction of 
Great Bend.&nbsp; From her experience gained working in the pipeline 
business, she became active in the Desk and Derrick Club, where she was a
 member for 35 years, serving as a past president.&nbsp; An avid bowler and 
member of Team Coors, their team went on to win many a regional and 
state title. Becky also enjoyed hunting, something she learned as a 
child from her grandfather. She particularly liked deer and pheasant 
hunting and was teased about being “Annie Oakley” with her exceptional 
shot.

She is survived by her son; Jeffery J. Thetford and wife Shelley of 
Great Bend; grandson, Joshua Tetrick and wife Brittany of Valley Center;
 two great grandsons, Zane and Zachary Tetrick; and a sister, Sherri 
Knight of Bellevue, Nebraska.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Thetford, her parents,
 Bob and Isabelle Bennett, and a brother, Robert O. Bennett, Jr.

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in 
Moline Cemetery, Moline, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place and there 
will be no viewing.

Memorials may be made to American Legion Auxiliary, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Rebecca E. “Becky” Thetford, 78, died January 23, 2023, at Locust 
Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born July 24, 1944, in Noble,
 Oklahoma, the daughter of Robert O. “Bob” Bennet, Sr. and Isabelle 
(Ward) Bennett.&nbsp; Becky graduated from Moline High School, Moline, 
Kansas, and then attended Pittsburg State College.&nbsp;On February 7, 1965, she married James Orville Thetford in Moline, Kansas. To them was born a son, Jeffery.Becky worked as a secretary for many years at Jomax Construction of 
Great Bend.&nbsp; From her experience gained working in the pipeline 
business, she became active in the Desk and Derrick Club, where she was a
 member for 35 years, serving as a past president.&nbsp; An avid bowler and 
member of Team Coors, their team went on to win many a regional and 
state title. Becky also enjoyed hunting, something she learned as a 
child from her grandfather. She particularly liked deer and pheasant 
hunting and was teased about being “Annie Oakley” with her exceptional 
shot.She is survived by her son; Jeffery J. Thetford and wife Shelley of 
Great Bend; grandson, Joshua Tetrick and wife Brittany of Valley Center;
 two great grandsons, Zane and Zachary Tetrick; and a sister, Sherri 
Knight of Bellevue, Nebraska.She was preceded in death by her husband James Thetford, her parents,
 Bob and Isabelle Bennett, and a brother, Robert O. Bennett, Jr.A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in 
Moline Cemetery, Moline, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place and there 
will be no viewing.Memorials may be made to American Legion Auxiliary, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Rebecca E. 'Becky' Thetford

Belva Virginia Robertson, 98, of Russell, Kansas, passed away 
Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Homestead Assisted Living in Russell.

Virginia was born January 20, 1925, to Lee and Opal (Armstrong) Buck 
on the family farm in Smith County, Kansas.&nbsp; She attended high school at
 Smith Center, Kansas and Central College in McPherson, Kansas, where 
she received her degree in 1942.&nbsp; She continued her education at Fort&nbsp; Hays State College, majoring in Elementary Education.

Virginia’s teaching career began in a one room school in Smith 
County.&nbsp; She later taught elementary students in Smith Center, Paradise,
 Kansas, Waldo, Kansas, and Russell, totaling 48 years.&nbsp; Many of her 
students were of a second and third generation.&nbsp; She treasured contact 
with past students and keeping up with their lives.

Virginia married Clifford L. Robertson on April 25, 1946, in Smith 
Center.&nbsp; They moved to Paradise and remained there until 1965 when they 
moved to Russell.&nbsp; She lived independently until 2018.

Virginia’s surviving family include her daughter, Janise Cotton and 
husband Scott of Lexington, Kentucky; son, Jerry Robertson and wife 
Cindy of Spring Hill, Kansas; six grandchildren, Jordan, Lindsay and 
Haley Robertson, Ben, Bryce and Von Cotton; sister, Betty Ayres of 
Sommanish, Washington; brothers, Von Buck of Colfax, Washington and 
Robert Buck of Yakima, Washington.

Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, husband Cliff in 2004, brother Bernard Buck, and sister, Marilee McLaughlin.

A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 28, 2023,
 at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Memorial 
has been established with Simpson Elementary School in Russell.&nbsp; 


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

Belva Virginia Robertson, 98, of Russell, Kansas, passed away 
Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Homestead Assisted Living in Russell.Virginia was born January 20, 1925, to Lee and Opal (Armstrong) Buck 
on the family farm in Smith County, Kansas.&nbsp; She attended high school at
 Smith Center, Kansas and Central College in McPherson, Kansas, where 
she received her degree in 1942.&nbsp; She continued her education at Fort&nbsp; Hays State College, majoring in Elementary Education.Virginia’s teaching career began in a one room school in Smith 
County.&nbsp; She later taught elementary students in Smith Center, Paradise,
 Kansas, Waldo, Kansas, and Russell, totaling 48 years.&nbsp; Many of her 
students were of a second and third generation.&nbsp; She treasured contact 
with past students and keeping up with their lives.Virginia married Clifford L. Robertson on April 25, 1946, in Smith 
Center.&nbsp; They moved to Paradise and remained there until 1965 when they 
moved to Russell.&nbsp; She lived independently until 2018.Virginia’s surviving family include her daughter, Janise Cotton and 
husband Scott of Lexington, Kentucky; son, Jerry Robertson and wife 
Cindy of Spring Hill, Kansas; six grandchildren, Jordan, Lindsay and 
Haley Robertson, Ben, Bryce and Von Cotton; sister, Betty Ayres of 
Sommanish, Washington; brothers, Von Buck of Colfax, Washington and 
Robert Buck of Yakima, Washington.Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, husband Cliff in 2004, brother Bernard Buck, and sister, Marilee McLaughlin.A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 28, 2023,
 at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Memorial 
has been established with Simpson Elementary School in Russell.&nbsp; 
Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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