Elizabeth Joyce Sassmann, 88, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022, at Parkview Care Center, Osborne, KS. Arrangements are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

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 </figure>Elizabeth Joyce Sassmann, 88, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022, at Parkview Care Center, Osborne, KS. Arrangements are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Elizabeth Joyce Sassmann

Monet Drake, age 85, passed away at his home in Overland Park, KS on Thursday, December 15, 2022.

Monet was born April 15, 1937, to Arlyn and Ruth (Peterson) Drake. 
Monet had fond memories of growing up in the small town of Garfield, KS.
 He lettered in football, basketball and track and was a 1955 graduate 
of Garfield High School. Monet attended Washburn University with an 
academic and athletic scholarship. He was a member of the Kappa Sigma 
fraternity and received a BBA in finance in 1959. Monet began his career
 as a stockbroker for Harris Upham.&nbsp; He served in the Air Force during 
the Berlin Crisis. Monet then worked as a territory manager for 
Johns-Manville for 27 years, retiring in 1991. While living on the Plaza
 in Kansas City, Monet met Sharon Edwards. They married in 1964 and had 
two daughters. Monet was a loyal and loving son, husband, father and 
friend. He enjoyed quail and pheasant hunting, fly fishing and golfing. 
Monet was a member of Blue Hills Country Club for 30 years. He was an 
active member and past president of the Engineers Club of Kansas City 
and the Heart of America Fly Fishers. Monet will be remembered for his 
appreciation of the outdoors, ability to fix just about anything, skills
 in sales and love of his English Setter dogs.

Monet is survived by his wife, Sharon; daughters Tara (Paul) and 
Heather (Shelley), granddaughters Megan and Katie; sister Arlyne, sister
 in-law Aileen, and beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.

Monet was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law, Don Edwards and long-time friends.

&nbsp;Graveside service will be at the Garfield, KS cemetery on Saturday, 
January 7, at 11:00.&nbsp; Following is an invitation have lunch, visit and 
share memories at the Garfield, KS Community Center at 217 3rd St.&nbsp;

If you would like to make a memorial donation, consider a 
contribution to Wild Trust to support outdoor recreation and 
conservation at the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Park. Memorials 
may be given in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550.

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 </figure>Monet Drake, age 85, passed away at his home in Overland Park, KS on Thursday, December 15, 2022.Monet was born April 15, 1937, to Arlyn and Ruth (Peterson) Drake. 
Monet had fond memories of growing up in the small town of Garfield, KS.
 He lettered in football, basketball and track and was a 1955 graduate 
of Garfield High School. Monet attended Washburn University with an 
academic and athletic scholarship. He was a member of the Kappa Sigma 
fraternity and received a BBA in finance in 1959. Monet began his career
 as a stockbroker for Harris Upham.&nbsp; He served in the Air Force during 
the Berlin Crisis. Monet then worked as a territory manager for 
Johns-Manville for 27 years, retiring in 1991. While living on the Plaza
 in Kansas City, Monet met Sharon Edwards. They married in 1964 and had 
two daughters. Monet was a loyal and loving son, husband, father and 
friend. He enjoyed quail and pheasant hunting, fly fishing and golfing. 
Monet was a member of Blue Hills Country Club for 30 years. He was an 
active member and past president of the Engineers Club of Kansas City 
and the Heart of America Fly Fishers. Monet will be remembered for his 
appreciation of the outdoors, ability to fix just about anything, skills
 in sales and love of his English Setter dogs.Monet is survived by his wife, Sharon; daughters Tara (Paul) and 
Heather (Shelley), granddaughters Megan and Katie; sister Arlyne, sister
 in-law Aileen, and beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.Monet was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law, Don Edwards and long-time friends.&nbsp;Graveside service will be at the Garfield, KS cemetery on Saturday, 
January 7, at 11:00.&nbsp; Following is an invitation have lunch, visit and 
share memories at the Garfield, KS Community Center at 217 3rd St.&nbsp;If you would like to make a memorial donation, consider a 
contribution to Wild Trust to support outdoor recreation and 
conservation at the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Park. Memorials 
may be given in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550.

Monet Drake

Randall Drew “Randy” Rome, 32, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in Hays,
 Kansas. He was born March 9, 1990, in Garden City, Kansas. 
 Randy grew up in Garden City where he attended Garden City schools 
and graduated from Garden City High School in 2008. He then entered the
 United States Marine Corp where he served from August 26, 2008 to 
September 25, 2012. After the service he returned to Garden City for a 
short time before attending the University of Kansas. Randy then 
returned to Garden City where he worked as a service technician at Oil 
Alley. Randy had also been in school to work in cyber security. He 
enjoyed spending his time by volunteering for Pheasants Forever and for 
local veteran’s events. Randy also enjoyed flying drones, and the 
outdoors where he loved the lake life, boating, and fishing. 
 Survivors include his parents Sherri Rome (Randy Henry) of 
Syracuse, Kansas and Tim Rome (Irene) of Garden City; his partner Bri 
Schenk of Hays, Kansas; a brother Aaron Rome of Garden City, Kansas; and
 many aunts and uncles. Randy is preceded in death by his grandparents 
Pete &amp; Patricia Rome and Levi &amp; Lois Whaler; and several aunts 
and uncles. 
 A Vigil Service and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 
January 3, 2023, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral
 Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, also at 
St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev. Warren Stecklein as
 Celebrant. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Garden 
City with Military Graveside Rites conducted by the United States Marine
 Corp Honor Guard and the American Legion District #8 Honor Guard. 
Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday and from 9:00 
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday all at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City.

  The family requests memorials given to Wounded Warriors in care of the
 funeral home.  Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Randall Drew “Randy” Rome, 32, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in Hays,
 Kansas. He was born March 9, 1990, in Garden City, Kansas. 
 Randy grew up in Garden City where he attended Garden City schools 
and graduated from Garden City High School in 2008. He then entered the
 United States Marine Corp where he served from August 26, 2008 to 
September 25, 2012. After the service he returned to Garden City for a 
short time before attending the University of Kansas. Randy then 
returned to Garden City where he worked as a service technician at Oil 
Alley. Randy had also been in school to work in cyber security. He 
enjoyed spending his time by volunteering for Pheasants Forever and for 
local veteran’s events. Randy also enjoyed flying drones, and the 
outdoors where he loved the lake life, boating, and fishing. 
 Survivors include his parents Sherri Rome (Randy Henry) of 
Syracuse, Kansas and Tim Rome (Irene) of Garden City; his partner Bri 
Schenk of Hays, Kansas; a brother Aaron Rome of Garden City, Kansas; and
 many aunts and uncles. Randy is preceded in death by his grandparents 
Pete &amp; Patricia Rome and Levi &amp; Lois Whaler; and several aunts 
and uncles. 
 A Vigil Service and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 
January 3, 2023, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral
 Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, also at 
St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev. Warren Stecklein as
 Celebrant. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Garden 
City with Military Graveside Rites conducted by the United States Marine
 Corp Honor Guard and the American Legion District #8 Honor Guard. 
Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday and from 9:00 
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday all at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City.
 The family requests memorials given to Wounded Warriors in care of the
 funeral home. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Randall Drew 'Randy' Rome

Sharyl Elaine (Roberts) Cass was born on August 13, 1945, in Ransom, 
KS to Lyle L. &amp; Ila M. (Mendenhall) Roberts. In 1947 the family 
moved North of Quinter, KS where she attended school. She earned her 
High School diploma in 1963 and then went to Salina Beauty Academy. Upon
 completion of beauty school, she returned to Quinter and went to work 
in Jo Ann’s Beauty Shop.

She married Douglas Cass on 
October 22, 1966, at the Church of the Brethren in Quinter, KS. They 
made their home for a short time in Hoxie. In 1967, they moved to Moses 
Lake, Washington and she worked for Geneva Smith in her beauty salon. 
They made many friends and enjoyed dancing and going to the lake there. 
In 1972 they moved to Denver, CO where their daughter Tami Ilene was 
born on March 23, 1973. In 1974, they moved to Tasco, KS. Their son Ty 
Kyle was born on May 4, 1975, in Quinter, KS. After buying some property
 near Hoxie, they moved there and built their dream home. In 1981, she 
opened her own beauty shop, Sharyl’s Shear Delite, next to their house 
where she was still working.

Sharyl enjoyed 
entertaining family and friends, playing cards, dressing up and 
attending Halloween parties with her husband, and hosting her 
grandchildren’s graduation parties. She was a Master Gardener and loved 
working in her garden, with her flowers, landscaping, and canning. She 
was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hoxie, KS where she 
served many years as a Sunday School Teacher as well as a Trustee and an
 Elder. She attended a weekly Bible Study group for many years in Hoxie.
 Her family and faith meant everything to her, she thoroughly enjoyed 
supporting her grandchildren and attending their many activities. She 
loved camping trips, yearly family vacations, bus trips, and especially 
the Alaskan Cruise she and Douglas took in 2017 with dear friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Lyle and Ila Roberts and brother, Garry Roberts

Sharyl
 is survived by her husband, Doug, of Hoxie, Kansas; daughter, Tami 
Porsch and husband Michael of Selden, Kansas; son, Ty Cass and wife 
Becca of Ellis, Kansas; grandchildren, Tristan Porsch (Taylore), Dayton 
Porsch, Marissa Porsch, Chloe Porsch, Rylan Cass, and Tage Cass; 
great-granddaughter, Henley Porsch; and sister-in-law, Deanna Roberts.

A
 Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 30, 2022, 10:30 A.M., at 
the Hoxie United Methodist Church, Hoxie, Kansas. Interment will 
immediately follow the service in the Hoxie City Cemetery. Visitation 
will be held Thursday, December 29, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.
 at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 
5:30 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. 

The family suggests memorials to the Sheridan 
County Amusement Company and may be sent in care of the Mickey-Leopold 
Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be 
left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Sharyl Elaine (Roberts) Cass was born on August 13, 1945, in Ransom, 
KS to Lyle L. &amp; Ila M. (Mendenhall) Roberts. In 1947 the family 
moved North of Quinter, KS where she attended school. She earned her 
High School diploma in 1963 and then went to Salina Beauty Academy. Upon
 completion of beauty school, she returned to Quinter and went to work 
in Jo Ann’s Beauty Shop.She married Douglas Cass on 
October 22, 1966, at the Church of the Brethren in Quinter, KS. They 
made their home for a short time in Hoxie. In 1967, they moved to Moses 
Lake, Washington and she worked for Geneva Smith in her beauty salon. 
They made many friends and enjoyed dancing and going to the lake there. 
In 1972 they moved to Denver, CO where their daughter Tami Ilene was 
born on March 23, 1973. In 1974, they moved to Tasco, KS. Their son Ty 
Kyle was born on May 4, 1975, in Quinter, KS. After buying some property
 near Hoxie, they moved there and built their dream home. In 1981, she 
opened her own beauty shop, Sharyl’s Shear Delite, next to their house 
where she was still working.Sharyl enjoyed 
entertaining family and friends, playing cards, dressing up and 
attending Halloween parties with her husband, and hosting her 
grandchildren’s graduation parties. She was a Master Gardener and loved 
working in her garden, with her flowers, landscaping, and canning. She 
was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hoxie, KS where she 
served many years as a Sunday School Teacher as well as a Trustee and an
 Elder. She attended a weekly Bible Study group for many years in Hoxie.
 Her family and faith meant everything to her, she thoroughly enjoyed 
supporting her grandchildren and attending their many activities. She 
loved camping trips, yearly family vacations, bus trips, and especially 
the Alaskan Cruise she and Douglas took in 2017 with dear friends.She is preceded in death by her parents, Lyle and Ila Roberts and brother, Garry RobertsSharyl
 is survived by her husband, Doug, of Hoxie, Kansas; daughter, Tami 
Porsch and husband Michael of Selden, Kansas; son, Ty Cass and wife 
Becca of Ellis, Kansas; grandchildren, Tristan Porsch (Taylore), Dayton 
Porsch, Marissa Porsch, Chloe Porsch, Rylan Cass, and Tage Cass; 
great-granddaughter, Henley Porsch; and sister-in-law, Deanna Roberts.A
 Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 30, 2022, 10:30 A.M., at 
the Hoxie United Methodist Church, Hoxie, Kansas. Interment will 
immediately follow the service in the Hoxie City Cemetery. Visitation 
will be held Thursday, December 29, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.
 at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 
5:30 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. The family suggests memorials to the Sheridan 
County Amusement Company and may be sent in care of the Mickey-Leopold 
Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be 
left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Sharyl Elaine (Roberts) Cass

Annette Lynne Lewis (Stevens), 65, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.

Annette was born on February 20, 1957 in Kansas City, Kansas to 
Warren and Carol (Fishbaugh) Stevens. Raised by Dale and Edna Bice from 
the age of 7 in and around Phillipsburg, KS, living the majority of her 
life around Phillipsburg, KS, Pueblo, CO and Goodland, KS.

She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great - 
grandchildren; she enjoyed her coffee, gardening, coffee, buffalo and 
her coffee.

She is survived by her three children; Lacie (Mark) Sieck of 
Goodland, Kansas, Thea (Kelly) Ratliff of Ogallah, Kansas, and Levi 
(Rebecca) Dougherty of Phillipsburg, Kansas, 6 grandchildren Garson 
Dougherty of Solomon, Kansas, Keaton Hoft of Branson, Missouri, Haley 
Dougherty of Phillipsburg, Kansas, Cordell Ratliff of Goodland, Kansas, 
Tristen (Hannah) Ratliff of Ogallah, Kansas and Andrew Sieck of 
Goodland, Kansas, and 2 great-grandchildren Emmett Ratliff of 
Phillipsburg, Kansas, Layten Ratliff of Ogallah, Kansas .

Preceding her in death were her previous husband Andy Russell, her 
son Clay Dougherty, and her two grandsons Korbon Russell, and Taylor 
Ratliff.

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

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 </figure>Annette Lynne Lewis (Stevens), 65, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.Annette was born on February 20, 1957 in Kansas City, Kansas to 
Warren and Carol (Fishbaugh) Stevens. Raised by Dale and Edna Bice from 
the age of 7 in and around Phillipsburg, KS, living the majority of her 
life around Phillipsburg, KS, Pueblo, CO and Goodland, KS.She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great - 
grandchildren; she enjoyed her coffee, gardening, coffee, buffalo and 
her coffee.She is survived by her three children; Lacie (Mark) Sieck of 
Goodland, Kansas, Thea (Kelly) Ratliff of Ogallah, Kansas, and Levi 
(Rebecca) Dougherty of Phillipsburg, Kansas, 6 grandchildren Garson 
Dougherty of Solomon, Kansas, Keaton Hoft of Branson, Missouri, Haley 
Dougherty of Phillipsburg, Kansas, Cordell Ratliff of Goodland, Kansas, 
Tristen (Hannah) Ratliff of Ogallah, Kansas and Andrew Sieck of 
Goodland, Kansas, and 2 great-grandchildren Emmett Ratliff of 
Phillipsburg, Kansas, Layten Ratliff of Ogallah, Kansas .Preceding her in death were her previous husband Andy Russell, her 
son Clay Dougherty, and her two grandsons Korbon Russell, and Taylor 
Ratliff.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Annette-Lewis">HERE</a> for service details.

Anette L. Lewis

Calvina Mae (Miner) Thomas, age 82, of Houston, Texas, formerly of Hays, Kansas, died peacefully at home on December 20, 2022.

She
 was born on April 8, 1940, in Loveland, CO to Calvin Woodrow Miner and 
Mary Levina (Wages) Miner. Calvina graduated from Osborne High School in
 1958 in Osborne, KS.  Throughout her life she lived in Colorado, 
Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Texas. She was a prolific 
believer in higher education as evidenced by her academic achievements 
which include:

Nursing Diploma - Asbury Hospital School of Nursing, Salina, KS September 1, 1961

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS December 25, 1972

Master of Science – Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS, August 1, 1974

Specialist in Education – Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS, May 21, 1976

Doctor of Philosophy – Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, December 17, 1983

Calvina
 had an extensive career in the nursing field, which she worked at for 
51 years. During that time, she served and helped thousands of patients,
 and taught hundreds of nursing students (including foreign nursing 
exchange students) and helped shape state-wide nursing programs. Her 
expertise in nursing was sought out by many organizations throughout the
 United States, as well as foreign countries including Russia, where she
 traveled to study their nursing programs and to provide input on 
nursing programs within the United States.   She had many roles within 
the nursing community including registered nurse, professor at Fort Hays
 Kansas State University; Director of College of Health Sciences and 
Hospital, Western Kansas AHEC Program, University of Kansas; Assistant 
Director of Education and Licensure, Missouri State Board of Nursing; 
and ASBN Program Coordinator, Arkansas State Board of Nursing. She 
received an Exceptional Contribution Award from the State Boards of 
Nursing, Arkansas, on August 6, 2008.

During her 
limited free time, Calvina enjoyed traveling, painting, stained glass 
art, sewing, reading and watching British murder mysteries. She always 
had a dog or two to keep her company. Calvina retired from the Arkansas 
State Board of Nursing on November 30, 2010 and relocated to Houston, 
Texas on September 14, 2010.

Survivors include two 
sons, Jeff Thomas and wife Stacia, of Kenesaw, NE; Brett Thomas and wife
 Brenda, Houston, TX; brothers Kurt Miner of Osborne, KS and Kendall 
Miner and wife, Renee of Russell, KS; sister in law Linda Miner, Beloit,
 KS, six grandchildren, grandson Zach and wife Julie Thomas, 
granddaughters Haley Thomas and McKenzie Thomas, grandsons Adam Thomas 
and Ryan Thomas, granddaughter Anna Thomas; and three great 
granddaughters Tatum Thomas, Hazel Thomas and Leni Thomas

She
 is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, James Daniel 
Miner, September 15, 2006, and Wayne C. Miner, March 16, 2019.

In
 lieu of flowers, the family has requested that you consider making a 
charitable donation to The American Nursing Foundation to advance and 
protect the Profession of Nursing. 
https://givetonursing.networkforgood.com/projects/181627-calvina-mae-thomas-memorial-campaign

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Calvina-Mae-Thomas?obId=26750771#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Calvina Mae (Miner) Thomas, age 82, of Houston, Texas, formerly of Hays, Kansas, died peacefully at home on December 20, 2022.She
 was born on April 8, 1940, in Loveland, CO to Calvin Woodrow Miner and 
Mary Levina (Wages) Miner. Calvina graduated from Osborne High School in
 1958 in Osborne, KS. Throughout her life she lived in Colorado, 
Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Texas. She was a prolific 
believer in higher education as evidenced by her academic achievements 
which include:Nursing Diploma - Asbury Hospital School of Nursing, Salina, KS September 1, 1961Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS December 25, 1972Master of Science – Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS, August 1, 1974Specialist in Education – Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS, May 21, 1976Doctor of Philosophy – Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, December 17, 1983Calvina
 had an extensive career in the nursing field, which she worked at for 
51 years. During that time, she served and helped thousands of patients,
 and taught hundreds of nursing students (including foreign nursing 
exchange students) and helped shape state-wide nursing programs. Her 
expertise in nursing was sought out by many organizations throughout the
 United States, as well as foreign countries including Russia, where she
 traveled to study their nursing programs and to provide input on 
nursing programs within the United States. She had many roles within 
the nursing community including registered nurse, professor at Fort Hays
 Kansas State University; Director of College of Health Sciences and 
Hospital, Western Kansas AHEC Program, University of Kansas; Assistant 
Director of Education and Licensure, Missouri State Board of Nursing; 
and ASBN Program Coordinator, Arkansas State Board of Nursing. She 
received an Exceptional Contribution Award from the State Boards of 
Nursing, Arkansas, on August 6, 2008.During her 
limited free time, Calvina enjoyed traveling, painting, stained glass 
art, sewing, reading and watching British murder mysteries. She always 
had a dog or two to keep her company. Calvina retired from the Arkansas 
State Board of Nursing on November 30, 2010 and relocated to Houston, 
Texas on September 14, 2010.Survivors include two 
sons, Jeff Thomas and wife Stacia, of Kenesaw, NE; Brett Thomas and wife
 Brenda, Houston, TX; brothers Kurt Miner of Osborne, KS and Kendall 
Miner and wife, Renee of Russell, KS; sister in law Linda Miner, Beloit,
 KS, six grandchildren, grandson Zach and wife Julie Thomas, 
granddaughters Haley Thomas and McKenzie Thomas, grandsons Adam Thomas 
and Ryan Thomas, granddaughter Anna Thomas; and three great 
granddaughters Tatum Thomas, Hazel Thomas and Leni ThomasShe
 is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, James Daniel 
Miner, September 15, 2006, and Wayne C. Miner, March 16, 2019.In
 lieu of flowers, the family has requested that you consider making a 
charitable donation to The American Nursing Foundation to advance and 
protect the Profession of Nursing. 
https://givetonursing.networkforgood.com/projects/181627-calvina-mae-thomas-memorial-campaignClick <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Calvina-Mae-Thomas?obId=26750771#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Calvina Mae (Miner) Thomas

Francis Joseph Haberman, 96, passed away on Dec. 28, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington. He was born on Oct. 3, 1926, in Great Bend to Frank and Bertha (Skolaut) Haberman. On Nov. 19, 1952, he married Coleta Elizabeth Schafer. She passed on April 25, 2018.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Francis spent his working years as a technician at the Natural Gas Plant, as well as a farmer for 75 years. He was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patricks Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus #862 - serving as a 3rd&nbsp;Degree Knight, the Eagles Club, V.F.W. Post #3111, and the Sunflower Polka Club. Francis enjoyed playing cards with friends and spending time with his family.

Survivors include a son, David (Elaine) Haberman of Hays; a daughter, Debbie (Geoff) Tracy of Great Bend; six grandchildren, Audrey (Jeff) Rummel, Joe Haberman, Kimberly (Wesley) Georgeson, Jake Haberman, Matthew (Letecia) Tracy, and Spencer Tracy; 11 great-grandchildren, Nathan Rummel, Jesse McDougal, Jared Rummel, Jade Rummel, Jet Georgeson, Stella Georgeson, Whitely Georgeson, Aiden Tracy, Christopher Tracy, Carver Tracy, and Declan Tracy; and one great-great-grandchild, Aria Tracy. He is preceded in death by his wife; his parents; and a sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Dr. Donald Blake.

Visitation will take place from noon to 8 p.m. with family receiving guests from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 2 followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary and Vigil at 7 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to the Great Bend Columbus Club, Holy Family School Endowment Fund or V.F.W. Post #3111, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672428361230.png" alt="Francis Joseph Haberman" />
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 </figure>Francis Joseph Haberman, 96, passed away on Dec. 28, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington. He was born on Oct. 3, 1926, in Great Bend to Frank and Bertha (Skolaut) Haberman. On Nov. 19, 1952, he married Coleta Elizabeth Schafer. She passed on April 25, 2018.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Francis spent his working years as a technician at the Natural Gas Plant, as well as a farmer for 75 years. He was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patricks Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus #862 - serving as a 3rd&nbsp;Degree Knight, the Eagles Club, V.F.W. Post #3111, and the Sunflower Polka Club. Francis enjoyed playing cards with friends and spending time with his family.Survivors include a son, David (Elaine) Haberman of Hays; a daughter, Debbie (Geoff) Tracy of Great Bend; six grandchildren, Audrey (Jeff) Rummel, Joe Haberman, Kimberly (Wesley) Georgeson, Jake Haberman, Matthew (Letecia) Tracy, and Spencer Tracy; 11 great-grandchildren, Nathan Rummel, Jesse McDougal, Jared Rummel, Jade Rummel, Jet Georgeson, Stella Georgeson, Whitely Georgeson, Aiden Tracy, Christopher Tracy, Carver Tracy, and Declan Tracy; and one great-great-grandchild, Aria Tracy. He is preceded in death by his wife; his parents; and a sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Dr. Donald Blake.Visitation will take place from noon to 8 p.m. with family receiving guests from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 2 followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary and Vigil at 7 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home.Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Great Bend Columbus Club, Holy Family School Endowment Fund or V.F.W. Post #3111, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Francis Joseph Haberman

Franklin Dale Reinhardt, OD, 99, passed away on Dec. 26, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. He was born on Oct. 26, 1923, in Bazine to Ben and Neta Reinhardt. On Dec. 25, 1950, he married LaVerne Aileen Pascoe in Great Bend. She passed on Sept. 3, 2016.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Franklin spent his working career as an optometrist, practicing for 40 years. He served as director of the Kansas Optometric Association and was editor of its Optometric Journal.

He was an Eagle Scout as a youth and later served for over 15 years as Scoutmaster and adult scout trainer. He served on the council board for the Girl Scouts and was a member of the steering committee for the development of Camp Aldrich. 

Franklin was founding committee member and president of the Barton County Community College Endowment Association, founding member and president of USD 428 Educational Foundation, and founding board member of the Central Kansas Medical Center Foundation.

He served as president and director of the Great Bend Public Library. Franklin was active in numerous other civic clubs and groups in Great Bend including past president of the Lions Club and member for 63 years, as well as serving as chairman for the American Red Cross and member of the American Legion for 50 years.

He was recognized by the Jaycees in 1958 as the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the Great Bend community.

He was a founding member of the Foundry Methodist Church, and a lifetime member of Gideons International.

As a doctor of optometry, he was able to serve on various mission trips addressing the vision care of people in need. He served his country in WWII in the Army Air Force.

An avid golfer in his younger years, he also enjoyed a good golf game on TV. He sang in the church choir for 37 years at the United Methodist Church where he also served as a lay leader and numerous committee heads.

He was an avid reader, giving him the skill to talk about any subject with anyone. Franklin and LaVerne were both instrumental in the remodeling and opening of the Dream Center in Great Bend.

Survivors include his daughter, Roxanne Smith, of Wichita; his son Brent Reinhardt and his wife, Janet, of Wichita; his son, Randall Reinhardt, DDS, of Kansas City, Mo.; and his daughter, Renee Betcher, of Leesburg, Va.; seven grandchildren, Brian Smith, DDS, and wife Emily, Abby Andrus and husband Adam, Rex Reinhardt and wife Sammi, Megan Betcher, and Matthew Betcher, Blake Scarmeas and wife Erica, and Cole Scarmeas; five great-grandchildren, Boone Smith, Vera Smith, Hazel Smith, Elsie Andrus and Lexie Andrus; his Vietnamese family, Ban Le Tran, Jackie, Esther, Victor, Remy and Sandy and his Chinese grandson, Long Zhao; a brother, Richard Reinhardt of Overland Park; a sister, Margaret Hahn of Palo Alto, Calif.; and honorary family member, Mary Scarmeas. He is preceded in death by his wife, LaVerne; a sister, Dorothy Biggs; a brother, Don Reinhardt, DDS; and two sons-in-law, Robert Smith, DDS, and David Betcher.

Visitation will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 at Bryant Funeral Home. The funeral service will take place at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 at Foundry Methodist Church with Pastor David Mann presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Gideons International, the Dream Center, or Foundry Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672428066461.png" alt="Franklin Dale Reinhardt" />
 <figcaption>Franklin Dale Reinhardt</figcaption>
 </figure>Franklin Dale Reinhardt, OD, 99, passed away on Dec. 26, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. He was born on Oct. 26, 1923, in Bazine to Ben and Neta Reinhardt. On Dec. 25, 1950, he married LaVerne Aileen Pascoe in Great Bend. She passed on Sept. 3, 2016.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Franklin spent his working career as an optometrist, practicing for 40 years. He served as director of the Kansas Optometric Association and was editor of its Optometric Journal.He was an Eagle Scout as a youth and later served for over 15 years as Scoutmaster and adult scout trainer. He served on the council board for the Girl Scouts and was a member of the steering committee for the development of Camp Aldrich. Franklin was founding committee member and president of the Barton County Community College Endowment Association, founding member and president of USD 428 Educational Foundation, and founding board member of the Central Kansas Medical Center Foundation.He served as president and director of the Great Bend Public Library. Franklin was active in numerous other civic clubs and groups in Great Bend including past president of the Lions Club and member for 63 years, as well as serving as chairman for the American Red Cross and member of the American Legion for 50 years.He was recognized by the Jaycees in 1958 as the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the Great Bend community.He was a founding member of the Foundry Methodist Church, and a lifetime member of Gideons International.As a doctor of optometry, he was able to serve on various mission trips addressing the vision care of people in need. He served his country in WWII in the Army Air Force.An avid golfer in his younger years, he also enjoyed a good golf game on TV. He sang in the church choir for 37 years at the United Methodist Church where he also served as a lay leader and numerous committee heads.He was an avid reader, giving him the skill to talk about any subject with anyone. Franklin and LaVerne were both instrumental in the remodeling and opening of the Dream Center in Great Bend.Survivors include his daughter, Roxanne Smith, of Wichita; his son Brent Reinhardt and his wife, Janet, of Wichita; his son, Randall Reinhardt, DDS, of Kansas City, Mo.; and his daughter, Renee Betcher, of Leesburg, Va.; seven grandchildren, Brian Smith, DDS, and wife Emily, Abby Andrus and husband Adam, Rex Reinhardt and wife Sammi, Megan Betcher, and Matthew Betcher, Blake Scarmeas and wife Erica, and Cole Scarmeas; five great-grandchildren, Boone Smith, Vera Smith, Hazel Smith, Elsie Andrus and Lexie Andrus; his Vietnamese family, Ban Le Tran, Jackie, Esther, Victor, Remy and Sandy and his Chinese grandson, Long Zhao; a brother, Richard Reinhardt of Overland Park; a sister, Margaret Hahn of Palo Alto, Calif.; and honorary family member, Mary Scarmeas. He is preceded in death by his wife, LaVerne; a sister, Dorothy Biggs; a brother, Don Reinhardt, DDS; and two sons-in-law, Robert Smith, DDS, and David Betcher.Visitation will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 at Bryant Funeral Home. The funeral service will take place at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 at Foundry Methodist Church with Pastor David Mann presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Gideons International, the Dream Center, or Foundry Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Franklin Dale Reinhardt

Sandra Jo Slaughter, 53, of Ellis, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, at her home.&nbsp;

Cremation has been chosen and services will be at a later date.

A complete obituary will be submitted by Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

Condolences may be left in the guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672414795335.jpeg" alt="Sandra Jo Slaughter" />
 <figcaption>Sandra Jo Slaughter</figcaption>
 </figure>Sandra Jo Slaughter, 53, of Ellis, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, at her home.&nbsp; Cremation has been chosen and services will be at a later date.A complete obituary will be submitted by Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637. Condolences may be left in the guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Sandra Jo Slaughter

Angela Christina Chavez, 42, of Hays, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays.

Angela was born Nov. 17, 1980, in Buffalo, Okla. She was the daughter of Don and Grace Ann (Lynn) Foutch. She grew up in Buffalo, Shattuck, Follett, Texas, and Laverne, Okla., and many others. She graduated from Laverne High School.

Angela was united in marriage to Jonathan “JB” Burris on June 16, 2020. They made their home in Hays where she was a homemaker. When living in Oklahoma, she was a member of the Woodward Church of Christ. She enjoys riding horses and collecting unicorns and Yodas.

Angela’s surviving family includes her husband Jonathan of the home; children, Sean Johnson of Laverne, Okla., Gracie Johnson of Winters, Texas, and Wyatt of Russell; father, Don Foutch of Laverne, Okla.; brothers, Kenneth Foutch (Cindy) of Warr Acres, Okla., Carl Foutch of O’Neill, Neb., Michael Foutch (Jane) of Santee, Calif., and Quentin Foutch (Victoria) of Yukon, Okla.; sister, Jennifer Johnson (Cody) of Winters, Texas; and numerous cousins and friends.

Angela was preceded in death by her mother, grandparents, and one aunt.

A private burial of ashes will take place in Laverne, Okla., at a later date. Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, which is in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672416278389.jpeg" alt="Angela Christina Chavez" />
 <figcaption>Angela Christina Chavez</figcaption>
 </figure>Angela Christina Chavez, 42, of Hays, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays.Angela was born Nov. 17, 1980, in Buffalo, Okla. She was the daughter of Don and Grace Ann (Lynn) Foutch. She grew up in Buffalo, Shattuck, Follett, Texas, and Laverne, Okla., and many others. She graduated from Laverne High School.Angela was united in marriage to Jonathan “JB” Burris on June 16, 2020. They made their home in Hays where she was a homemaker. When living in Oklahoma, she was a member of the Woodward Church of Christ. She enjoys riding horses and collecting unicorns and Yodas.Angela’s surviving family includes her husband Jonathan of the home; children, Sean Johnson of Laverne, Okla., Gracie Johnson of Winters, Texas, and Wyatt of Russell; father, Don Foutch of Laverne, Okla.; brothers, Kenneth Foutch (Cindy) of Warr Acres, Okla., Carl Foutch of O’Neill, Neb., Michael Foutch (Jane) of Santee, Calif., and Quentin Foutch (Victoria) of Yukon, Okla.; sister, Jennifer Johnson (Cody) of Winters, Texas; and numerous cousins and friends.Angela was preceded in death by her mother, grandparents, and one aunt.A private burial of ashes will take place in Laverne, Okla., at a later date. Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, which is in charge of these arrangements.

Angela Christina Chavez

Floy Bigam, 82, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, in Smith Center.

A full obituary is pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Floy Bigam, 82, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, in Smith Center.A full obituary is pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Floy Bigam

Jeannine Irene Vaupel, 83, of Russell died on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital.  

Cremation was selected by the family and no services are scheduled at
 this time.

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in 
charge of the arrangements.

Jeannine Irene Vaupel, 83, of Russell died on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital. Cremation was selected by the family and no services are scheduled at
 this time.Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in 
charge of the arrangements.

Jeannine Irene Vaupel

Glenn E. Crawford, 82, of Natoma, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays.

Glenn was born Nov. 26, 1940, on the family farm in Osborne County. He was the son of Lloyd and Lucy (Robertson) Crawford. He grew up on a farm northeast of Natoma and graduated from Natoma High School in 1958.

Glenn was united in marriage to Jean Marie Polcyn on Sept. 10, 1966, in Russell.&nbsp; They made their home in Natoma for a few years before moving out to Glenn’s family farm. This union was blessed with five daughters; Karen, Lorie, Linda, Deb and Donna.&nbsp;

Glenn was a farmer and livestock producer all his life. When he was younger, he did work in the oilfields for a while. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Plainville. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, playing cards, watching sporting events of his children and grandchildren, playing the guitar with the “Old Timers” group and taking care of his cattle.

Glenn’s surviving family includes his wife of 56 years, Jean of the home; daughters, Karen Leiker (Keith) of Victoria, Lorie Griffin (Tim) of Plainville, Linda Niermeier (Chad) of Colby, Deb Alexander (Ron) of Natoma, and Donna Bixenman (Dave) of Winona, Kan.; brother, Gerald Crawford of Milwaukee, Wis.; sisters, Lucille Luhman of Natoma, Elaine Spencer (Gilbert) of Natoma, and Judy Gilworth of Independence, Mo.; 14 grandchildren and one great-grandson; brother-in-law, Richard Polcyn of Russell; and several nieces and nephews.

Glenn was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter; son-in-law Shawn Sammons; brothers-in-law, Wayne Luhman and Lloyd Gilworth.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville.

Burial will follow at the Natoma City Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from&nbsp; 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary

 Vigil and Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Friday at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.

Memorials have been established with the Woods Program at Natoma High School or St. Jude’s Children's Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672414696041.jpeg" alt="Glenn E. Crawford" />
 <figcaption>Glenn E. Crawford</figcaption>
 </figure>Glenn E. Crawford, 82, of Natoma, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays.Glenn was born Nov. 26, 1940, on the family farm in Osborne County. He was the son of Lloyd and Lucy (Robertson) Crawford. He grew up on a farm northeast of Natoma and graduated from Natoma High School in 1958.Glenn was united in marriage to Jean Marie Polcyn on Sept. 10, 1966, in Russell.&nbsp; They made their home in Natoma for a few years before moving out to Glenn’s family farm. This union was blessed with five daughters; Karen, Lorie, Linda, Deb and Donna.&nbsp;Glenn was a farmer and livestock producer all his life. When he was younger, he did work in the oilfields for a while. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Plainville. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, playing cards, watching sporting events of his children and grandchildren, playing the guitar with the “Old Timers” group and taking care of his cattle.Glenn’s surviving family includes his wife of 56 years, Jean of the home; daughters, Karen Leiker (Keith) of Victoria, Lorie Griffin (Tim) of Plainville, Linda Niermeier (Chad) of Colby, Deb Alexander (Ron) of Natoma, and Donna Bixenman (Dave) of Winona, Kan.; brother, Gerald Crawford of Milwaukee, Wis.; sisters, Lucille Luhman of Natoma, Elaine Spencer (Gilbert) of Natoma, and Judy Gilworth of Independence, Mo.; 14 grandchildren and one great-grandson; brother-in-law, Richard Polcyn of Russell; and several nieces and nephews.Glenn was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter; son-in-law Shawn Sammons; brothers-in-law, Wayne Luhman and Lloyd Gilworth.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville.Burial will follow at the Natoma City Cemetery.Visitation will be held from&nbsp; 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary Vigil and Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Friday at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.Memorials have been established with the Woods Program at Natoma High School or St. Jude’s Children's Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Glenn E. Crawford

Christopher James Gerstner passed away at his home in Colby on 
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at the age of 64. He was born in Colby on March 14, 1958, the fifth of eight children of Alfred and 
Kathryn (Kit) Gerstner.

After graduating from Colby High School in the 
spring of 1976, he attended Colby Community College, as he put it, 
majoring in baseball.

He worked for A. F. Dible, Colby and Gigot farms 
of Garden City, pursuing a farming occupation. On April 19, 1986, in 
Colby, he married the love of his life, Diann Tucker. They 
continued to live in Colby where they raised their four children.

An 
ice storm on Dec. 2, 1986, and an early morning phone call from his 
father, Great Plains Electric manager, started his 27-year electrical 
lineman career. Chris loved the work, even being nicknamed for awhile 
“Smiley” because he always had a smile on his face. He worked with a 
crew that he would put up against any other crew in the world, saying 
they could do the work faster and better. Then in 2011 he had the honor 
of becoming the Midwest Energy Electric manager for seven years before 
retiring due to the toll of cancer treatment. The men working under him 
were always “his” and he worried about their safety at all times, always
 reminding them to “Be safe out there.” 
Woodworking and sheet rocking was Chris’ other love. His love for this 
type of work led to owning rentals and even flipping one house. His 
woodworking shop was his pride and joy. 
Chris greatly enjoyed the Kansas Jaycee organization, making many 
friends and enjoying the community service projects. The Redrum Haunted 
House was a favorite project as he was able to use his carpentry skills. 
Chris was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by his wife, Diann Gerstner of Colby, children: Christy 
Gerstner (Kelly Kenmitz), of Wichita, Kelly Gerstner (David Wichman)
 of Arlington, Va., Kimberly (Grant) Mercer, of Rochester, Mich., and Tucker
 Gerstner of Hutchinson; one grandchild, Cambri Dietz of Wichita; siblings: Linda Stockman of Colby, Cindy (Dane) Cutting of 
Chandler, Ariz., Carol Diane Gerstner of Colby, Ann (Cary) Siemsen of 
Colby, Rex (Michael Graham) Gerstner of Dallas, Laura (Duke 
Schiefelbein) Mueller of Derby, and Melissa (Robert) Haberkorn of 
Beaufort, S.C. 
Cremation was chosen. Family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, 
Jan. 2 at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. The memorial service will be at
 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at the Colby United Methodist 
Church.

Memorials may be made to the Foundation for Hope or the CHS Ag 
Ed and Tech Center and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
391, Colby, KS 67701.

Online condolences: <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com">www.baalmannmortuary.com.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672355981260.png" alt="Christopher James Gerstner" />
 <figcaption>Christopher James Gerstner</figcaption>
 </figure>Christopher James Gerstner passed away at his home in Colby on 
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at the age of 64. He was born in Colby on March 14, 1958, the fifth of eight children of Alfred and 
Kathryn (Kit) Gerstner.After graduating from Colby High School in the 
spring of 1976, he attended Colby Community College, as he put it, 
majoring in baseball.He worked for A. F. Dible, Colby and Gigot farms 
of Garden City, pursuing a farming occupation. On April 19, 1986, in 
Colby, he married the love of his life, Diann Tucker. They 
continued to live in Colby where they raised their four children.An 
ice storm on Dec. 2, 1986, and an early morning phone call from his 
father, Great Plains Electric manager, started his 27-year electrical 
lineman career. Chris loved the work, even being nicknamed for awhile 
“Smiley” because he always had a smile on his face. He worked with a 
crew that he would put up against any other crew in the world, saying 
they could do the work faster and better. Then in 2011 he had the honor 
of becoming the Midwest Energy Electric manager for seven years before 
retiring due to the toll of cancer treatment. The men working under him 
were always “his” and he worried about their safety at all times, always
 reminding them to “Be safe out there.” 
Woodworking and sheet rocking was Chris’ other love. His love for this 
type of work led to owning rentals and even flipping one house. His 
woodworking shop was his pride and joy. 
Chris greatly enjoyed the Kansas Jaycee organization, making many 
friends and enjoying the community service projects. The Redrum Haunted 
House was a favorite project as he was able to use his carpentry skills. 
Chris was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by his wife, Diann Gerstner of Colby, children: Christy 
Gerstner (Kelly Kenmitz), of Wichita, Kelly Gerstner (David Wichman)
 of Arlington, Va., Kimberly (Grant) Mercer, of Rochester, Mich., and Tucker
 Gerstner of Hutchinson; one grandchild, Cambri Dietz of Wichita; siblings: Linda Stockman of Colby, Cindy (Dane) Cutting of 
Chandler, Ariz., Carol Diane Gerstner of Colby, Ann (Cary) Siemsen of 
Colby, Rex (Michael Graham) Gerstner of Dallas, Laura (Duke 
Schiefelbein) Mueller of Derby, and Melissa (Robert) Haberkorn of 
Beaufort, S.C. 
Cremation was chosen. Family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, 
Jan. 2 at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. The memorial service will be at
 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at the Colby United Methodist 
Church.Memorials may be made to the Foundation for Hope or the CHS Ag 
Ed and Tech Center and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
391, Colby, KS 67701.Online condolences: <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com">www.baalmannmortuary.com.</a>

Christopher James Gerstner

Patricia L. “Pat” Moeder, 81, of Oakley, was born on July 16, 1941, in Hugo, Colo., to Albert and Anna Marie Potter. She passed away on Dec. 27, 2022, surrounded by family at the Citizens Medical Center, Colby. After having married Pete while living south of Monument, Pat became a certified reflexologist receiving her certificate on April 23, 1972, stating that she had satisfactorily completed a Course in the Ingham Reflexology method. This career was perfected by learning from her sister-in-law, Regina Duttlinger, and has since then developed many close client relationships that have been treasured friendships. After moving to the farm south of Oakley, Pat continued with her reflexology business and began her retail silk floral wedding business known as Pat’s Country Expressions. Two years later, the business added fresh flowers to the floral lineup and relocated in town where her son, Jim, joined the adventure. Pat’s Country Expression was in the family for a total of 20 years. Patricia is survived by five children – Roxanne (Dan) Keller, Colby, and Dona Moeder, Salina, and three sons, Mike (Melinda) Moeder, Oakley, Jim Moeder, WaKeeney, and Steve Moeder, Ransom; one brother – Jim (Augusta) Potter; one sister – Penny (Ron) O’Malley Kisch; ten grandchildren – Spring Plummer, Shane Wente, Jonathan and Jerome Goscha, Ashlyn Moeder, Andy, Trey, Skylin (Day), and Keyston Moeder, Cody Knopp; sixteen great-grandchildren – Jailen, Landyn and Ace Plummer, Shayanne, Macy and Gunner Wente, Dayson and Ryalin Moeder, Mayci, Brooke, Lydia, Gage and Payton Moeder, Kinslee, Kori, and Karsyn Day; two great-great-grandchildren – Bentley and Staley Mick; and a host of nieces, nephews and dear friends. Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Pete, her parents, Anna Marie Potter, Albert and Grace Potter, infant sister Tamera, sisters and spouses, Jean and Del Bullard, Alberta and Don Morris, and nephew, Joel Potter. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Oakley.

Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Oakley, with Fr. Luke Thielen officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29 at the church with the Rosary/Wake Service at 7 p.m.

Memorials may be made to St. Joseph school and the church may be sent in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS 67748&nbsp;

Sign the online guestbook at <a href="http://www.kennedykosterfh.com">www.kennedykosterfh.com.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672266871794.jpeg" alt="Patricia L. "Pat" Moeder" />
 <figcaption>Patricia L. "Pat" Moeder</figcaption>
 </figure>Patricia L. “Pat” Moeder, 81, of Oakley, was born on July 16, 1941, in Hugo, Colo., to Albert and Anna Marie Potter. She passed away on Dec. 27, 2022, surrounded by family at the Citizens Medical Center, Colby. After having married Pete while living south of Monument, Pat became a certified reflexologist receiving her certificate on April 23, 1972, stating that she had satisfactorily completed a Course in the Ingham Reflexology method. This career was perfected by learning from her sister-in-law, Regina Duttlinger, and has since then developed many close client relationships that have been treasured friendships. After moving to the farm south of Oakley, Pat continued with her reflexology business and began her retail silk floral wedding business known as Pat’s Country Expressions. Two years later, the business added fresh flowers to the floral lineup and relocated in town where her son, Jim, joined the adventure. Pat’s Country Expression was in the family for a total of 20 years. Patricia is survived by five children – Roxanne (Dan) Keller, Colby, and Dona Moeder, Salina, and three sons, Mike (Melinda) Moeder, Oakley, Jim Moeder, WaKeeney, and Steve Moeder, Ransom; one brother – Jim (Augusta) Potter; one sister – Penny (Ron) O’Malley Kisch; ten grandchildren – Spring Plummer, Shane Wente, Jonathan and Jerome Goscha, Ashlyn Moeder, Andy, Trey, Skylin (Day), and Keyston Moeder, Cody Knopp; sixteen great-grandchildren – Jailen, Landyn and Ace Plummer, Shayanne, Macy and Gunner Wente, Dayson and Ryalin Moeder, Mayci, Brooke, Lydia, Gage and Payton Moeder, Kinslee, Kori, and Karsyn Day; two great-great-grandchildren – Bentley and Staley Mick; and a host of nieces, nephews and dear friends. Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Pete, her parents, Anna Marie Potter, Albert and Grace Potter, infant sister Tamera, sisters and spouses, Jean and Del Bullard, Alberta and Don Morris, and nephew, Joel Potter. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Oakley.Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Oakley, with Fr. Luke Thielen officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29 at the church with the Rosary/Wake Service at 7 p.m.Memorials may be made to St. Joseph school and the church may be sent in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS 67748&nbsp;Sign the online guestbook at <a href="http://www.kennedykosterfh.com">www.kennedykosterfh.com.</a>

Patricia L. 'Pat' Moeder

Clifton Ray Morgan passed into the heavenly realms on the day of our Lord on December 28, 2022, at the age of 77.

Clifton was born January 16, 1945, to Clifton L. and Susanna (Knowles) Morgan.

Ray was united in marriage to Katherine E. Emmanuel on November 26, 
1966, at the Methodist Church in Phillipsburg. They moved to 
Westminster, Colorado, where he worked for Coors, he then served in the 
Navy from 1969-1977 in which he was stationed in many ports across the 
East Coast.&nbsp; After his service in the Navy, he moved back to the family 
farm in Kansas where he worked for Tamko in Phillipsburg Ks.&nbsp; Ray 
decided after working at Tamko that he would go back to college and get 
his Bachelor's Degree.&nbsp; In 1989 Ray and Family moved to Hays, Ks where 
he managed a video arcade, in which he became the district manager.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Later in his life, he would become a teacher at Northwest Kansas 
Technical College in which he retired.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister Carol Sue; and his wife Katherine.

Clifton Ray is survived his four children Stacey Walczak (Michael), 
Richard (Sharla), Anthony (Karen), and Andrew (Tricia). He is also 
survived by six grandchildren and a brother Richard Morgan and wife 
Joyce of Phillipsburg.

Ray will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.&nbsp;

A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023 in 
the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pat Allen 
officiating. Inurnment will follow in West Cedar Cemetery, Phillips 
County, KS.

Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the U.S. Submarine Veterans 
Charitable Foundation, Inc. c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 
563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672355061373.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Clifton Ray Morgan passed into the heavenly realms on the day of our Lord on December 28, 2022, at the age of 77.Clifton was born January 16, 1945, to Clifton L. and Susanna (Knowles) Morgan.Ray was united in marriage to Katherine E. Emmanuel on November 26, 
1966, at the Methodist Church in Phillipsburg. They moved to 
Westminster, Colorado, where he worked for Coors, he then served in the 
Navy from 1969-1977 in which he was stationed in many ports across the 
East Coast.&nbsp; After his service in the Navy, he moved back to the family 
farm in Kansas where he worked for Tamko in Phillipsburg Ks.&nbsp; Ray 
decided after working at Tamko that he would go back to college and get 
his Bachelor's Degree.&nbsp; In 1989 Ray and Family moved to Hays, Ks where 
he managed a video arcade, in which he became the district manager.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Later in his life, he would become a teacher at Northwest Kansas 
Technical College in which he retired.He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister Carol Sue; and his wife Katherine.Clifton Ray is survived his four children Stacey Walczak (Michael), 
Richard (Sharla), Anthony (Karen), and Andrew (Tricia). He is also 
survived by six grandchildren and a brother Richard Morgan and wife 
Joyce of Phillipsburg.Ray will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.&nbsp;A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2023 in 
the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pat Allen 
officiating. Inurnment will follow in West Cedar Cemetery, Phillips 
County, KS.Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the U.S. Submarine Veterans 
Charitable Foundation, Inc. c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 
563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Clifton Ray Morgan

January 15, 1982&nbsp;-&nbsp;December 24, 2022

The memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31&nbsp; at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642

His final resting place will be in Nicodemus Cemetery.

A full obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

<h2>Ali Kareem Swanson</h2>January 15, 1982&nbsp;-&nbsp;December 24, 2022The memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31&nbsp; at Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642His final resting place will be in Nicodemus Cemetery.A full obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Ali Kareem Swanson

Lola Marie (Nickles) Simon, of Plainville, passed away on Dec. 26, 2022, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, at the age of 95. She was born on Nov. 12, 1927, to Clarence and Gladys (Buffington) Nickles in Furley. She married James W. Simon on Aug. 7, 1948, in Wichita. They were blessed with three children: Mike, Jolene and Stanley.

Lola grew up on a farm near Valley Center and graduated from Valley Center High School in 1945. She was a cook at the Zurich Grade School for many years. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a quilting guild which she was very proud of.

One of the greatest joys of Lola’s life was her family. She had special talents at quilting, gardening and cooking. She enjoyed tending to her big flower garden, fishing, camping, traveling, animals, nature and spending time with her grandchildren.

Lola has gone to be with the Lord and will be greatly missed by all who knew her, but the celebration of her life and memories will never be forgotten. The legacy of her love, laughter and joy will remain in our hearts forever.

Lola is survived by her children: Jolene McElroy (Rod) of Wheelersburg, Ohio, and Stanley Simon (Maria) of Plainville; seven grandchildren: Chad (Aimee) Simon, Phil Simon, Mark (Christine) Simon, Andy Simon, Chris (Charlotte) McElroy, Casey (Amy) McElroy, and Karen McElroy; seven great-grandchildren: Sarena Allie, Gabby McElroy, Colt McElroy, Kansas McElroy, Sage Simon, Alexie Simon, and Carter Simon; and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Gladys Nickles; husband James Simon; son, Mike (Marilyn) Simon; and brothers, Wayne and Roland Nickles.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at&nbsp; 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. A book signing will be available from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 7 p.m. and a Vigil Service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home in Plainville.

Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Friends of Webster State Park and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW Second, Plainville, KS 67663.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Lola Marie Simon</figcaption>
 </figure>Lola Marie (Nickles) Simon, of Plainville, passed away on Dec. 26, 2022, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, at the age of 95. She was born on Nov. 12, 1927, to Clarence and Gladys (Buffington) Nickles in Furley. She married James W. Simon on Aug. 7, 1948, in Wichita. They were blessed with three children: Mike, Jolene and Stanley.Lola grew up on a farm near Valley Center and graduated from Valley Center High School in 1945. She was a cook at the Zurich Grade School for many years. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a quilting guild which she was very proud of.One of the greatest joys of Lola’s life was her family. She had special talents at quilting, gardening and cooking. She enjoyed tending to her big flower garden, fishing, camping, traveling, animals, nature and spending time with her grandchildren.Lola has gone to be with the Lord and will be greatly missed by all who knew her, but the celebration of her life and memories will never be forgotten. The legacy of her love, laughter and joy will remain in our hearts forever.Lola is survived by her children: Jolene McElroy (Rod) of Wheelersburg, Ohio, and Stanley Simon (Maria) of Plainville; seven grandchildren: Chad (Aimee) Simon, Phil Simon, Mark (Christine) Simon, Andy Simon, Chris (Charlotte) McElroy, Casey (Amy) McElroy, and Karen McElroy; seven great-grandchildren: Sarena Allie, Gabby McElroy, Colt McElroy, Kansas McElroy, Sage Simon, Alexie Simon, and Carter Simon; and several nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Gladys Nickles; husband James Simon; son, Mike (Marilyn) Simon; and brothers, Wayne and Roland Nickles.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at&nbsp; 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. A book signing will be available from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 7 p.m. and a Vigil Service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home in Plainville.Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Friends of Webster State Park and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW Second, Plainville, KS 67663.

Lola Marie Simon

Jerita O'Bryan, 82, of WaKeeney, passed away Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays.   Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney, is handling arrangements. 

Jerita O'Bryan, 82, of WaKeeney, passed away Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney, is handling arrangements.

Jerita O'Bryan

Otto Francis Windholz Jr., surrounded by his family, left this world and entered heaven on Christmas Eve 2022. Born in Hays on Dec. 31, 1951, Otto is survived by his loving wife, Jackie Windholz; his children, Travis Windholz and wife, Jennifer; Lyndsie Niewiadomski and husband, Jeramiah; his grandchildren, Braden Windholz, Blake Windholz, and Blake Niewiadomski; his siblings, Virgil Windholz and wife, Louise; Charlotte Blake and husband, Don; his brothers-in-law, Jerry Schmidtberger; Rick Rupp and wife, Judy; Neal Rupp; Kim Rupp and wife, Deana; and many loved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Blanche (Weber) Windholz; his sisters, Carolyn Pfannenstiel and Louise Schmidtberger; his brother-in-law, Bill Rupp; his sister-in-law, Mary Sue Rupp; his nephew and godson, Mitchell Rupp. 

Otto was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a faithful servant to Christ and demonstrated his faith through his steadfast commitment to his family, friends, church and community.

Otto cared greatly about the well-being of others. He maintained friendships too numerous to count. He was always there to support his family, friends and those in need.

“Family is everything” is a phrase Otto not only repeated frequently but also demonstrated consistently. Known as “Pop-pop” to his grandsons, they adored him and enjoyed the many times they spent with Pop-pop and Nannie.

Otto served his church through the Knights of Columbus, choir, cantor, Eucharistic minister and church advisory council. He was a Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree.

The Prince of Peace Community loved hearing Otto and Jackie sing together at Mass. Otto built an illustrious career in the oilfield.

He was respected by all that had the opportunity to work with him; he was known throughout the industry as a trusted and thoughtful businessman, and he was frequently sought out for advice and mentorship, for both work and life.

Otto was always willing to actively listen and to provide advice when warranted. Otto touched the lives of so many people around him and will be dearly missed. Heaven gained an amazing soul.

The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, in Houston.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria with Father James Moster officiating. Otto will be laid to rest in his hometown of Victoria at Saint Fidelis Cemetery.

A vigil service and Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main St., Victoria, KS 67671.

Visitations will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2 at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis.

A vigil service and Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to the organization: Smile Train; St. Jude, Saint Fidelis Cemetery; or a charity of your choice.

A reception for Otto will be at the Victoria VFW following the burial. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left in guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672331091127.jpeg" alt="Otto Windholz " />
 <figcaption>Otto Windholz </figcaption>
 </figure>Otto Francis Windholz Jr., surrounded by his family, left this world and entered heaven on Christmas Eve 2022. Born in Hays on Dec. 31, 1951, Otto is survived by his loving wife, Jackie Windholz; his children, Travis Windholz and wife, Jennifer; Lyndsie Niewiadomski and husband, Jeramiah; his grandchildren, Braden Windholz, Blake Windholz, and Blake Niewiadomski; his siblings, Virgil Windholz and wife, Louise; Charlotte Blake and husband, Don; his brothers-in-law, Jerry Schmidtberger; Rick Rupp and wife, Judy; Neal Rupp; Kim Rupp and wife, Deana; and many loved nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Blanche (Weber) Windholz; his sisters, Carolyn Pfannenstiel and Louise Schmidtberger; his brother-in-law, Bill Rupp; his sister-in-law, Mary Sue Rupp; his nephew and godson, Mitchell Rupp. Otto was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a faithful servant to Christ and demonstrated his faith through his steadfast commitment to his family, friends, church and community.Otto cared greatly about the well-being of others. He maintained friendships too numerous to count. He was always there to support his family, friends and those in need.“Family is everything” is a phrase Otto not only repeated frequently but also demonstrated consistently. Known as “Pop-pop” to his grandsons, they adored him and enjoyed the many times they spent with Pop-pop and Nannie.Otto served his church through the Knights of Columbus, choir, cantor, Eucharistic minister and church advisory council. He was a Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree.The Prince of Peace Community loved hearing Otto and Jackie sing together at Mass. Otto built an illustrious career in the oilfield.He was respected by all that had the opportunity to work with him; he was known throughout the industry as a trusted and thoughtful businessman, and he was frequently sought out for advice and mentorship, for both work and life.Otto was always willing to actively listen and to provide advice when warranted. Otto touched the lives of so many people around him and will be dearly missed. Heaven gained an amazing soul.The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, in Houston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria with Father James Moster officiating. Otto will be laid to rest in his hometown of Victoria at Saint Fidelis Cemetery.A vigil service and Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main St., Victoria, KS 67671.Visitations will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2 at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis.A vigil service and Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to the organization: Smile Train; St. Jude, Saint Fidelis Cemetery; or a charity of your choice.A reception for Otto will be at the Victoria VFW following the burial. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left in guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Otto Francis Windholz

On Dec. 26, 2022, Carolyn Kay (Grothaus) McCleery was reunited with her Lord.

Carolyn’s faith was strong and guiding when she peacefully passed away at her home in Fort Atkinson, Wis. She was born Jan. 29, 1939, to John and Goldie (Sims) Grothaus of Smith Center. Carolyn grew up on a farm north of Smith Center along with her two sisters; LaDeane (Grothaus) Groves of Garden City and Dorothy (Grothaus) Long of Smith Center.

Carolyn graduated from Smith Center High School in 1956. While celebrating her birthday roller skating, she met her soulmate and future husband, Warren McCleery in 1954, they were married on Feb. 24, 1957, at the Thornburg Church in Smith Center.

Carolyn followed Warren’s army training to bases in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas when he was drafted after the Korean conflict.

Carolyn had many entertaining stories about the housing she endured during those times. The newlyweds were separated when Warren’s army duties took him overseas to Korea and Carolyn remained in Smith Center.

Warren always considered Carolyn his “earth angel” during their 65 years of marriage. For the majority of their lives, Warren and Carolyn worked closely together. Their first joint business endeavor was owning and operating the Sears Catalogue Store in Smith Center for over 22 years.

While living in Smith Center, Old Settlers Day was one of Carolyn’s favorite times; she excelled in float design and building, being recognized as one of the top floats every year she entered.

Warren and Carolyn’s second business adventure took them to Beloit, and required Carolyn to further her education, becoming a certified medical aide (CMA). Working together, they built and operated a senior care home, Woodland Heights. 

After their retirement from the senior care home, they moved to Marquette, Mich., for five years and traveled throughout the United States. They relocated to Fort Atkinson, Wis., in 2003. The experience of owning and operating a senior care home equipped Carolyn well to serve on the Jefferson County Senior Center Board.

Sports were a highlight in Carolyn’s life; she was a player and coach of softball, as well as a pee wee baseball coach, she enjoyed watching grandkids participate in various sports, and later in life watched televised sporting events.

Carolyn discovered her artistic talent through painting lessons taken in Smith Center. She was a passionate oil painter, painting many pictures every year for family and friends. Carolyn continues her love of oil painting, painting masterpieces in the Heavens. The couple was blessed with three children, Michael McCleery (Kari) of Signal Mountain, Tenn., Sindey Schueler-Platz (Stewart) of Lawrence, and Tara Basu (Choton) of Fort Atkinson, Wis. Carolyn was the much-loved grandmother of Amber Smith (Daryl), Ashley English-McCleery (Bob), Sindra Schueler (Aaron Hicks), Samantha Schueler-Emerson (Adam), Sabrea Platz-Flores (Francisco), and Caleb Basu.

The cherished great-grandmother of Issac Smith, Lucy Smith, Micah Smith, Mia Smith, Maren Emerson, Sloane Emerson, and Ellie English-McCleery. She will be remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents John and Goldie Grothaus and son-in-law Daryl Schueler. Carolyn lived a full life as a beloved wife and wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, homemaker and business owner. She loved her family and instilled strong values that continue to serve them well. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center. Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center. Carolyn was devoted to the education of Native American children, as an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Native American Children’s Fund, P.O. Box 25, Sapulpa, OK&nbsp; 74067 and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672329799595.png" alt="Carolyn McCleery" />
 <figcaption>Carolyn McCleery</figcaption>
 </figure>On Dec. 26, 2022, Carolyn Kay (Grothaus) McCleery was reunited with her Lord.Carolyn’s faith was strong and guiding when she peacefully passed away at her home in Fort Atkinson, Wis. She was born Jan. 29, 1939, to John and Goldie (Sims) Grothaus of Smith Center. Carolyn grew up on a farm north of Smith Center along with her two sisters; LaDeane (Grothaus) Groves of Garden City and Dorothy (Grothaus) Long of Smith Center.Carolyn graduated from Smith Center High School in 1956. While celebrating her birthday roller skating, she met her soulmate and future husband, Warren McCleery in 1954, they were married on Feb. 24, 1957, at the Thornburg Church in Smith Center.Carolyn followed Warren’s army training to bases in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas when he was drafted after the Korean conflict.Carolyn had many entertaining stories about the housing she endured during those times. The newlyweds were separated when Warren’s army duties took him overseas to Korea and Carolyn remained in Smith Center.Warren always considered Carolyn his “earth angel” during their 65 years of marriage. For the majority of their lives, Warren and Carolyn worked closely together. Their first joint business endeavor was owning and operating the Sears Catalogue Store in Smith Center for over 22 years.While living in Smith Center, Old Settlers Day was one of Carolyn’s favorite times; she excelled in float design and building, being recognized as one of the top floats every year she entered.Warren and Carolyn’s second business adventure took them to Beloit, and required Carolyn to further her education, becoming a certified medical aide (CMA). Working together, they built and operated a senior care home, Woodland Heights. After their retirement from the senior care home, they moved to Marquette, Mich., for five years and traveled throughout the United States. They relocated to Fort Atkinson, Wis., in 2003. The experience of owning and operating a senior care home equipped Carolyn well to serve on the Jefferson County Senior Center Board.Sports were a highlight in Carolyn’s life; she was a player and coach of softball, as well as a pee wee baseball coach, she enjoyed watching grandkids participate in various sports, and later in life watched televised sporting events.Carolyn discovered her artistic talent through painting lessons taken in Smith Center. She was a passionate oil painter, painting many pictures every year for family and friends. Carolyn continues her love of oil painting, painting masterpieces in the Heavens. The couple was blessed with three children, Michael McCleery (Kari) of Signal Mountain, Tenn., Sindey Schueler-Platz (Stewart) of Lawrence, and Tara Basu (Choton) of Fort Atkinson, Wis. Carolyn was the much-loved grandmother of Amber Smith (Daryl), Ashley English-McCleery (Bob), Sindra Schueler (Aaron Hicks), Samantha Schueler-Emerson (Adam), Sabrea Platz-Flores (Francisco), and Caleb Basu.The cherished great-grandmother of Issac Smith, Lucy Smith, Micah Smith, Mia Smith, Maren Emerson, Sloane Emerson, and Ellie English-McCleery. She will be remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents John and Goldie Grothaus and son-in-law Daryl Schueler. Carolyn lived a full life as a beloved wife and wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, homemaker and business owner. She loved her family and instilled strong values that continue to serve them well. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center. Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center. Carolyn was devoted to the education of Native American children, as an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Native American Children’s Fund, P.O. Box 25, Sapulpa, OK&nbsp; 74067 and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Carolyn McCleery

Kathrine Bessie Younger Ochs, 74, Hays, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, at HaysMed.

She was born Feb. 10, 1948, in 
Garden City, the daughter of Harry E. and Alice (Ruedigar) 
Ochs. She grew up in Great Bend and was a graduate of Lebanon High 
School in Lebanon, Kan. Kathrine was a member of Immaculate Heart of
 Mary Catholic Church in Hays and worked in Russell as a nurse aide at 
Wheatland Nursing Home and as a medication aide for DSNWK. She had an 
awesome sense of humor and enjoyed working in her yard growing flowers, 
cooking, sewing, doing crafts and beautifully painting ceramics.

Survivors include her son: Robert James
 Younger Jr. and Marie Clark of Great Bend; two daughters: Kristina 
Elizabeth Younger of Hays and Angelina Marie Younger of Russell, one 
brother: Clyde Ochs of Oklahoma City; one sister: Jonna Leach and 
husband Bill of Hays, six grandchildren, Alyssa Scott, Vincent Scott, 
Saeed Aquil, Jessica Younger, Treaver Younger, and Zachary Younger; and 
one great-granddaughter: Lexi.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Ed Ochs, and an infant brother.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on
 Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with 
Deacon Dave Kisner officiating.

The family will receive friends from 
10 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Private family 
inurnment will be in Great Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials are suggested to 
St. John’s Chapel at Via Christi or to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
 Church. Condolences and memories of Kathrine may be shared with her 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Kathrine Bessie Younger Ochs, 74, Hays, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, at HaysMed.She was born Feb. 10, 1948, in 
Garden City, the daughter of Harry E. and Alice (Ruedigar) 
Ochs. She grew up in Great Bend and was a graduate of Lebanon High 
School in Lebanon, Kan. Kathrine was a member of Immaculate Heart of
 Mary Catholic Church in Hays and worked in Russell as a nurse aide at 
Wheatland Nursing Home and as a medication aide for DSNWK. She had an 
awesome sense of humor and enjoyed working in her yard growing flowers, 
cooking, sewing, doing crafts and beautifully painting ceramics.Survivors include her son: Robert James
 Younger Jr. and Marie Clark of Great Bend; two daughters: Kristina 
Elizabeth Younger of Hays and Angelina Marie Younger of Russell, one 
brother: Clyde Ochs of Oklahoma City; one sister: Jonna Leach and 
husband Bill of Hays, six grandchildren, Alyssa Scott, Vincent Scott, 
Saeed Aquil, Jessica Younger, Treaver Younger, and Zachary Younger; and 
one great-granddaughter: Lexi.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Ed Ochs, and an infant brother.Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on
 Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with 
Deacon Dave Kisner officiating.The family will receive friends from 
10 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.Private family 
inurnment will be in Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to 
St. John’s Chapel at Via Christi or to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
 Church. Condolences and memories of Kathrine may be shared with her 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Kathrine Bessie Younger Ochs

HANSTON—William Earnest Coleman, 93, passed away Dec. 21, 2022, at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.

He was born Nov. 30, 1929, in Mineral Springs, Ark., the son of Robert Jonathan and Cular Barrett Coleman.&nbsp; William served in the United States Army from Feb. 4, 1948, to Sept. 1, 1969, where he served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War.&nbsp; He moved from Hooks, Texas, to Hanston, 35 years ago, where he was a Civil Service agent and a farmer.

He was a member of the Hanston United Methodist Church and Army Historical Foundation National Museum.

On Nov. 15, 1957, he married Mary Etta Korf at Fort Carson, Colo. She survives.

Other survivors include: a daughter, Gail A. Coleman, Hanston; sister-in-law, Ada Joyce Coleman, Ark.; brother-in-law, Carrol Wilson, La.; and several nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Ray Coleman, Frank Coleman, Lonzo Coleman; and two sisters, Nona May Wilson and Hattie Lee Hawthorn.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at Hanston United Methodist Church with Pastor Peter Mtuamwari and Ron Ruff presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022, at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Burial will be at the Hanston Cemetery with military graveside rites.

Memorials may be given to Hanston United Methodist Church in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;

HANSTON—William Earnest Coleman, 93, passed away Dec. 21, 2022, at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.He was born Nov. 30, 1929, in Mineral Springs, Ark., the son of Robert Jonathan and Cular Barrett Coleman.&nbsp; William served in the United States Army from Feb. 4, 1948, to Sept. 1, 1969, where he served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War.&nbsp; He moved from Hooks, Texas, to Hanston, 35 years ago, where he was a Civil Service agent and a farmer.He was a member of the Hanston United Methodist Church and Army Historical Foundation National Museum.On Nov. 15, 1957, he married Mary Etta Korf at Fort Carson, Colo. She survives.Other survivors include: a daughter, Gail A. Coleman, Hanston; sister-in-law, Ada Joyce Coleman, Ark.; brother-in-law, Carrol Wilson, La.; and several nieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Ray Coleman, Frank Coleman, Lonzo Coleman; and two sisters, Nona May Wilson and Hattie Lee Hawthorn.The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, at Hanston United Methodist Church with Pastor Peter Mtuamwari and Ron Ruff presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022, at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Burial will be at the Hanston Cemetery with military graveside rites.Memorials may be given to Hanston United Methodist Church in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;

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