December 2, 1932
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 18, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

December 2, 1932
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 18, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Willis Everett Brandyberry

Fr. Jonathan Williams, OFM Cap.,&nbsp;died at UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh, on Thursday, 12 January 2023. He was 78.

Born to Glen and Bertha (Micek) Williams on 18 March 1944 in Atwood, KS, he was given the name Patrick at his baptism.

Patrick attended Sacred Heart Grade School in Atwood and St. Francis High School Seminary in Victoria, KS. In 1962 he entered St. Fidelis College Seminary in Herman, PA.

He was invested with the Capuchin habit and given the name Jonathan, professing temporary vows as a Capuchin friar on 14 July 1965. He professed perpetual vows on 14 July 1968 and was ordained to the priesthood on 01 May 1971.

Fr. Jonathan’s first assignment was at Sacred Heart Friary in Charleston, WV, as parochial vicar at Sacred Heart Parish. He simultaneously pursued studies in sacred liturgy at Notre Dame University and in 1975 earned a Master of Arts degree.

In 1976, Fr. Jonathan became co-pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Whitesville and St. Mary Queen of Heaven Parish in Madison, both in Boone County, WV.

In 1981 his request to go to Papua New Guinea was granted. For the first three years in the&nbsp;mission&nbsp;he was parish priest in Pangia in the Southern Highlands Province.

In 1984, Fr. Jonathan was appointed professor at the major seminary and assigned to serve on the formation team at Capuchin Friars College in Bomana. &nbsp;He assumed pastoral care of St. Mary Queen of the Friars Minor Parish in&nbsp;Kagua&nbsp;in 1993.&nbsp;

Fr. Jonathan was appointed Director of Worship for the National Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea in 1998.

In 2006 he was named Director of Novices, after which he was appointed guardian and director of formation at Capuchin Friars College in 2012.

He served on the leadership council of the Custody several times, beginning in 1995. Ultimately at the Custody Chapter of 2013, Fr. Jonathan was elected Custos and elected for a second term in 2016.&nbsp;

Toward the end of his service as Custos, Fr. Jonathan was diagnosed as having Parkinson’s Disease. He returned to the United States and St. Augustine Friary in Pittsburgh in 2020 for medical attention and care. The disease would ultimately be the cause of his passing.

Fr. Jonathan was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Michael and John. He leaves to mourn his passing three devoted and loving sisters: Maria (and David)&nbsp;Jones, Susan&nbsp;(and Thomas) McGuire, and Maureen “Marnie,” seven nieces, one nephew, cherished friends and his Capuchin brothers.&nbsp;

The wake and visitation and will be on Friday, 27 January 2023, 7PM-8PM,&nbsp;in St. Margaret of Cortona Chapel of St. Augustine Friary (221 36th&nbsp;Street, Pittsburgh).&nbsp;The&nbsp;Vigil Prayer Service will be at 8PM.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30AM, Saturday, 28 January 2023 at St. Augustine Church of Our Lady of the Angels Parish (234 37th&nbsp;Street, Pittsburgh).&nbsp;

Interment immediately follows the Mass. &nbsp;Fr. Jonathan will be buried in the friars’ plot of St. Augustine Cemetery (250&nbsp;Wible&nbsp;Run Road, Pittsburgh).

Professional services are provided by D’Alessandro Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Capuchin Friars of the Province of St. Augustine (220 37th&nbsp;Street, Pittsburgh PA 15201).

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 </figure>Fr. Jonathan Williams, OFM Cap.,&nbsp;died at UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh, on Thursday, 12 January 2023. He was 78.Born to Glen and Bertha (Micek) Williams on 18 March 1944 in Atwood, KS, he was given the name Patrick at his baptism.Patrick attended Sacred Heart Grade School in Atwood and St. Francis High School Seminary in Victoria, KS. In 1962 he entered St. Fidelis College Seminary in Herman, PA.He was invested with the Capuchin habit and given the name Jonathan, professing temporary vows as a Capuchin friar on 14 July 1965. He professed perpetual vows on 14 July 1968 and was ordained to the priesthood on 01 May 1971.Fr. Jonathan’s first assignment was at Sacred Heart Friary in Charleston, WV, as parochial vicar at Sacred Heart Parish. He simultaneously pursued studies in sacred liturgy at Notre Dame University and in 1975 earned a Master of Arts degree.In 1976, Fr. Jonathan became co-pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Whitesville and St. Mary Queen of Heaven Parish in Madison, both in Boone County, WV.In 1981 his request to go to Papua New Guinea was granted. For the first three years in the&nbsp;mission&nbsp;he was parish priest in Pangia in the Southern Highlands Province.In 1984, Fr. Jonathan was appointed professor at the major seminary and assigned to serve on the formation team at Capuchin Friars College in Bomana. &nbsp;He assumed pastoral care of St. Mary Queen of the Friars Minor Parish in&nbsp;Kagua&nbsp;in 1993.&nbsp;Fr. Jonathan was appointed Director of Worship for the National Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea in 1998.In 2006 he was named Director of Novices, after which he was appointed guardian and director of formation at Capuchin Friars College in 2012.He served on the leadership council of the Custody several times, beginning in 1995. Ultimately at the Custody Chapter of 2013, Fr. Jonathan was elected Custos and elected for a second term in 2016.&nbsp;Toward the end of his service as Custos, Fr. Jonathan was diagnosed as having Parkinson’s Disease. He returned to the United States and St. Augustine Friary in Pittsburgh in 2020 for medical attention and care. The disease would ultimately be the cause of his passing.Fr. Jonathan was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Michael and John. He leaves to mourn his passing three devoted and loving sisters: Maria (and David)&nbsp;Jones, Susan&nbsp;(and Thomas) McGuire, and Maureen “Marnie,” seven nieces, one nephew, cherished friends and his Capuchin brothers.&nbsp;The wake and visitation and will be on Friday, 27 January 2023, 7PM-8PM,&nbsp;in St. Margaret of Cortona Chapel of St. Augustine Friary (221 36th&nbsp;Street, Pittsburgh).&nbsp;The&nbsp;Vigil Prayer Service will be at 8PM.The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30AM, Saturday, 28 January 2023 at St. Augustine Church of Our Lady of the Angels Parish (234 37th&nbsp;Street, Pittsburgh).&nbsp;Interment immediately follows the Mass. &nbsp;Fr. Jonathan will be buried in the friars’ plot of St. Augustine Cemetery (250&nbsp;Wible&nbsp;Run Road, Pittsburgh).Professional services are provided by D’Alessandro Funeral Home.Memorial donations may be made to the Capuchin Friars of the Province of St. Augustine (220 37th&nbsp;Street, Pittsburgh PA 15201).

Fr. Jonathan Williams, OFM Cap.

Donald "Don" Dean Clonch, age 68, of Phillipsburg, Kansas, passed away
 in his home January 6, 2023, after a courageous battle with lung and 
brain cancer.

Don was born March 13, 1954, at Phillipsburg, Kansas, to Telene 
Turner Clonch and James Clonch. He was raised on the family farm 
southwest of Gretna, Kansas. He attended District 5 Country School until
 second grade, then completed his education in Phillipsburg, graduating 
in 1972. Don attended Colby Community College, graduating in 1974 with 
an AA Degree in Broadcasting. Two years later, he graduated from Fort 
Hays State University, with a BA Degree in Communications. Don was 
united in marriage to Cynthia Homer on May 29,1976. To this union ten 
children were born; Elizabeth, Christopher, Aaron, Sarah, Emily, 
Natalie, Ashley, Catherine, Joseph, and Brandon.

During his school years, Don was an excellent student and 
participated in many extracurricular activities including FFA, 4-H, 
National Honor Society, Speech, Debate, Forensics, Football, Track, Boys
 State, and Student Council, where he presided as President of the 
student body. Don received outstanding awards and accolades throughout 
his high school and college years. As a teenager, Don worked for the 
local radio station and newspaper, two grain elevators, and local 
farmers. He had an incredible work ethic which followed him throughout 
his life. Don's broadcasting career spanned fifty years in the field of 
Radio Broadcasting and Communications. Following college, he accepted a 
position as professor of Radio Broadcasting at Colby Community College. 
After six successful years of teaching, Don was asked to manage a radio 
station in Larned, KS. Don's ultimate goal was to work as a general 
manager in radio broadcasting, therefore, he enthusiastically accepted. 
In addition to Lamed, KS, his management positions included Colby, KS, 
North Platte, Columbus, and Grand Island, NE, and Gillette, WY. Don's 
career in broadcasting concluded in 2018, then he and his wife retired 
and returned to their hometown of Phillipsburg, Kansas in 2020.

Don was an active and civic-minded community leader everywhere 
he resided. He participated in the Chamber of Commerce, serving as 
president He served on various School Boards, acting as president. He 
was involved in Kansas, Nebraska, and Wyoming Association of 
Broadcasters, serving as president in Wyoming. He was instrumental in 
numerous fundraisers throughout his broadcasting career; St. Jude's 
Hospital was one dearest to his heart.&nbsp; During his career he was the 
recipient of many outstanding awards and honors. Raising a big family, 
Don practiced what he preached by being involved in his children's 
education and extra-curricular activities. He coached Little League 
baseball, boys basketball, girls basketball, and hauled children to and 
from practices and events. He supported his wife in all her endeavors 
and participated with her in respective organizations and events. A busy
 man, Don didn't have much time for hobbies, but he was an avid KU fan, 
current on worldly events and politics, knowledgeable on sports facts 
and trivia, and kept a beautifully manicured lawn.

Don will be remembered for his integrity, honesty, humility, and
 work ethic. His strength of character, mischievous sense of humor, dry 
wit, steadfastness, and selflessness earned him a reputation as a man of
 good character and an outstanding family man. Throughout these past 
five years of pain and suffering, Don never complained. Each day he 
awakened, he thanked God for another day. Words do not adequately 
express how deeply this man was loved and how greatly he will be missed.

Don is survived by Cynthia, his devoted wife of nearly 
forty-seven years; nine beautiful children, Elizabeth (Rick) Nickelby, 
Lake Stevens, WA; Christopher (Alison) Clonch, West Linn, OR; Aaron 
Clonch, West Linn, OR; Sarah (Cole) Clonch Hohnholt, Gillette, WY; Emily
 (Ryan) McConahay, Lincoln, NE; Ashley (Quaid) Clonch Johnson, West Palm
 Beach, FL; Catherine, Joseph, and Brandon Clonch, Fort Collins, CO; six
 grandchildren, Natalie, Samuel, Benjamin, Norah, Cecelia, and Emma, and
 one great grandchild, Ayla. He is survived by his brother Gary (Barb) 
Clonch, Hastings, NE. He was preceded in death by his daughter Natalie 
Kathleen Clonch, his parents James and Telene Clonch, and his sister 
Constance Clonch Hunt.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Jan. 16, in the SS Philip &amp; James Catholic Church 
with Father John Schmeidler officiating.&nbsp; Burial was in Hillside
 Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Don Clonch Memorial Fund.

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 </figure>Donald "Don" Dean Clonch, age 68, of Phillipsburg, Kansas, passed away
 in his home January 6, 2023, after a courageous battle with lung and 
brain cancer.Don was born March 13, 1954, at Phillipsburg, Kansas, to Telene 
Turner Clonch and James Clonch. He was raised on the family farm 
southwest of Gretna, Kansas. He attended District 5 Country School until
 second grade, then completed his education in Phillipsburg, graduating 
in 1972. Don attended Colby Community College, graduating in 1974 with 
an AA Degree in Broadcasting. Two years later, he graduated from Fort 
Hays State University, with a BA Degree in Communications. Don was 
united in marriage to Cynthia Homer on May 29,1976. To this union ten 
children were born; Elizabeth, Christopher, Aaron, Sarah, Emily, 
Natalie, Ashley, Catherine, Joseph, and Brandon.During his school years, Don was an excellent student and 
participated in many extracurricular activities including FFA, 4-H, 
National Honor Society, Speech, Debate, Forensics, Football, Track, Boys
 State, and Student Council, where he presided as President of the 
student body. Don received outstanding awards and accolades throughout 
his high school and college years. As a teenager, Don worked for the 
local radio station and newspaper, two grain elevators, and local 
farmers. He had an incredible work ethic which followed him throughout 
his life. Don's broadcasting career spanned fifty years in the field of 
Radio Broadcasting and Communications. Following college, he accepted a 
position as professor of Radio Broadcasting at Colby Community College. 
After six successful years of teaching, Don was asked to manage a radio 
station in Larned, KS. Don's ultimate goal was to work as a general 
manager in radio broadcasting, therefore, he enthusiastically accepted. 
In addition to Lamed, KS, his management positions included Colby, KS, 
North Platte, Columbus, and Grand Island, NE, and Gillette, WY. Don's 
career in broadcasting concluded in 2018, then he and his wife retired 
and returned to their hometown of Phillipsburg, Kansas in 2020.Don was an active and civic-minded community leader everywhere 
he resided. He participated in the Chamber of Commerce, serving as 
president He served on various School Boards, acting as president. He 
was involved in Kansas, Nebraska, and Wyoming Association of 
Broadcasters, serving as president in Wyoming. He was instrumental in 
numerous fundraisers throughout his broadcasting career; St. Jude's 
Hospital was one dearest to his heart.&nbsp; During his career he was the 
recipient of many outstanding awards and honors. Raising a big family, 
Don practiced what he preached by being involved in his children's 
education and extra-curricular activities. He coached Little League 
baseball, boys basketball, girls basketball, and hauled children to and 
from practices and events. He supported his wife in all her endeavors 
and participated with her in respective organizations and events. A busy
 man, Don didn't have much time for hobbies, but he was an avid KU fan, 
current on worldly events and politics, knowledgeable on sports facts 
and trivia, and kept a beautifully manicured lawn.Don will be remembered for his integrity, honesty, humility, and
 work ethic. His strength of character, mischievous sense of humor, dry 
wit, steadfastness, and selflessness earned him a reputation as a man of
 good character and an outstanding family man. Throughout these past 
five years of pain and suffering, Don never complained. Each day he 
awakened, he thanked God for another day. Words do not adequately 
express how deeply this man was loved and how greatly he will be missed.Don is survived by Cynthia, his devoted wife of nearly 
forty-seven years; nine beautiful children, Elizabeth (Rick) Nickelby, 
Lake Stevens, WA; Christopher (Alison) Clonch, West Linn, OR; Aaron 
Clonch, West Linn, OR; Sarah (Cole) Clonch Hohnholt, Gillette, WY; Emily
 (Ryan) McConahay, Lincoln, NE; Ashley (Quaid) Clonch Johnson, West Palm
 Beach, FL; Catherine, Joseph, and Brandon Clonch, Fort Collins, CO; six
 grandchildren, Natalie, Samuel, Benjamin, Norah, Cecelia, and Emma, and
 one great grandchild, Ayla. He is survived by his brother Gary (Barb) 
Clonch, Hastings, NE. He was preceded in death by his daughter Natalie 
Kathleen Clonch, his parents James and Telene Clonch, and his sister 
Constance Clonch Hunt.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Jan. 16, in the SS Philip &amp; James Catholic Church 
with Father John Schmeidler officiating.&nbsp; Burial was in Hillside
 Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.Memorial contributions may be made to the Don Clonch Memorial Fund.

Donald 'Don' Dean Clonch

Maxine Gladys (Moses) Jellison, 91, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, January 17, 2023, at Memorial Health in Abilene, Kansas.

Maxine was born September 19, 1931, to William and Juanita (Flack) 
Moses in McCracken, Kansas. She attended school in McCracken, Kansas 
until the family moved to Salina where she then attended Salina High 
School.

Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother Robert 
Keith, brother Richard Moses, nephew Rick Moses, and son Curtis Crough.

She is survived by her daughter Terri Johnson (Gary) of rural Salina, daughter-in-law Lisa Crough of McPherson; her grandchildren Tyler Johnson (Jenn Wicks) of Salina, Kelley VanDeCreek (Rob) of Solomon, Lacey Meier (Adam) of KCMO, and Allison Curran (Ryan) of McPherson; eight great-grandchildren, Haleigh, Tate, Amelia, Claire, 
Owen, Liam, Cece, and Penny; two nieces Cheryl Konzem (Gail) of Salina, 
and Janet Moody (Jack) of Flagstaff, Arizona.

Cremation is planned and a private family service will be held at a 
later date. The family asks in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions 
be made to the Solomon Public Library, P.O. Box 246, Solomon, Kansas 
67480 in memory of Maxine.

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 </figure>Maxine Gladys (Moses) Jellison, 91, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, January 17, 2023, at Memorial Health in Abilene, Kansas.Maxine was born September 19, 1931, to William and Juanita (Flack) 
Moses in McCracken, Kansas. She attended school in McCracken, Kansas 
until the family moved to Salina where she then attended Salina High 
School.Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother Robert 
Keith, brother Richard Moses, nephew Rick Moses, and son Curtis Crough.She is survived by her daughter Terri Johnson (Gary) of rural Salina, daughter-in-law Lisa Crough of McPherson; her grandchildren Tyler Johnson (Jenn Wicks) of Salina, Kelley VanDeCreek (Rob) of Solomon, Lacey Meier (Adam) of KCMO, and Allison Curran (Ryan) of McPherson; eight great-grandchildren, Haleigh, Tate, Amelia, Claire, 
Owen, Liam, Cece, and Penny; two nieces Cheryl Konzem (Gail) of Salina, 
and Janet Moody (Jack) of Flagstaff, Arizona.Cremation is planned and a private family service will be held at a 
later date. The family asks in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions 
be made to the Solomon Public Library, P.O. Box 246, Solomon, Kansas 
67480 in memory of Maxine.

Maxine Gladys (Moses) Jellison

John Michael Anthony Proffitt, 58, of Russell, Kansas, died on 
Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the Salina Regional Hospital in Salina, 
Kansas.

John was born on September 30, 1964, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son
 of John Proffitt and Beverly Miles.&nbsp; John’s family moved when he was 
very young and grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, where he spent most of his 
life.&nbsp; He worked as a security guard and a park ranger while in Phoenix,&nbsp; Arizona. &nbsp;He moved to Russell in 2019 due to health reasons and to be 
closer to family who could help take care of him.&nbsp; He enjoyed Barbecuing
 and being surrounded by family and attending family events. He enjoyed 
collecting eagle statues and trinkets along with farm red trucks. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Surviving family include two brothers Leonard Proffitt and wife Susie
 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and David Miles and wife Jennifer of Boise, 
Idaho; sisters Anita Lee of Russell, Kansas, Flo Turner of Phoenix, 
Arizona, Debra Landy and husband Kenneth of Pittsburg, Kansas, Candy 
Serratt and husband Mike of Phoenix Arizona, Bernie Ojeda and husband 
Sal of Phoenix Arizona, Dawn Bradeen and husband Jeff of Lee, Maine, 
Tearsha Twyman and husband Tracy of Phoenix, Arizona and Mimi Gallagher 
and husband Dennis, Jr. of Russell, Kansas. He also had many nieces and 
nephews that he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has been selected by the family and a private family 
service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of
 Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the cremation arrangements.

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 </figure>John Michael Anthony Proffitt, 58, of Russell, Kansas, died on 
Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the Salina Regional Hospital in Salina, 
Kansas.John was born on September 30, 1964, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son
 of John Proffitt and Beverly Miles.&nbsp; John’s family moved when he was 
very young and grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, where he spent most of his 
life.&nbsp; He worked as a security guard and a park ranger while in Phoenix,&nbsp; Arizona. &nbsp;He moved to Russell in 2019 due to health reasons and to be 
closer to family who could help take care of him.&nbsp; He enjoyed Barbecuing
 and being surrounded by family and attending family events. He enjoyed 
collecting eagle statues and trinkets along with farm red trucks. &nbsp;&nbsp;Surviving family include two brothers Leonard Proffitt and wife Susie
 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and David Miles and wife Jennifer of Boise, 
Idaho; sisters Anita Lee of Russell, Kansas, Flo Turner of Phoenix, 
Arizona, Debra Landy and husband Kenneth of Pittsburg, Kansas, Candy 
Serratt and husband Mike of Phoenix Arizona, Bernie Ojeda and husband 
Sal of Phoenix Arizona, Dawn Bradeen and husband Jeff of Lee, Maine, 
Tearsha Twyman and husband Tracy of Phoenix, Arizona and Mimi Gallagher 
and husband Dennis, Jr. of Russell, Kansas. He also had many nieces and 
nephews that he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation has been selected by the family and a private family 
service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of
 Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the cremation arrangements.

John Proffitt

Tamra Clothier,&nbsp; 65, passed away January 17, 2023, at her home in Larned.

She was born September 5, 1957, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of
 Harry N. (Bud) and Gloria Clothier. &nbsp;Moving from Tribune in 2020, she 
was a homemaker.

She was of the Christian Faith, an ordained minister, loved to 
crochet and cross stitch, bowl, loved games on her phone, gardening, 
puzzles, birdwatching and feeding, windchimes, her “Oldies” music, and 
playing with her grandchildren.

Survivors include; daughter Candace (Stiles) Cantrell, Larned ; 4 
sons, Mike Jr. (Marlie) Crain, Garden City, Justin (Danielle) Crain, 
Cheyenne Wells, Colorado;, Robby (Jordan) Crain, Larned, Lucas Crain, 
Larned; fourteen grandchildren Tristin, Nicole, April, Hadynn, Noah, 
Kyler, Josh, Salem, Amelia, Zoie, Zunnicci, Serenity, Mikala, and 
Joshlynn; siblings Tim (Teri) Clothier, Great Bend, Teresa (Mike) Gheen,
 Knoxville, Tennessee, and Tonya Clothier, Knoxville, Tennessee; and a 
&nbsp;great grandchild Monroe Rose Scott.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the 
Foundry Community Church, Great Bend, with Pastor Joel East presiding. 
Cremation will take place after the service.

Memorial may be given to the Tamra Clothier Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Tamra Clothier,&nbsp; 65, passed away January 17, 2023, at her home in Larned.She was born September 5, 1957, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of
 Harry N. (Bud) and Gloria Clothier. &nbsp;Moving from Tribune in 2020, she 
was a homemaker.She was of the Christian Faith, an ordained minister, loved to 
crochet and cross stitch, bowl, loved games on her phone, gardening, 
puzzles, birdwatching and feeding, windchimes, her “Oldies” music, and 
playing with her grandchildren.Survivors include; daughter Candace (Stiles) Cantrell, Larned ; 4 
sons, Mike Jr. (Marlie) Crain, Garden City, Justin (Danielle) Crain, 
Cheyenne Wells, Colorado;, Robby (Jordan) Crain, Larned, Lucas Crain, 
Larned; fourteen grandchildren Tristin, Nicole, April, Hadynn, Noah, 
Kyler, Josh, Salem, Amelia, Zoie, Zunnicci, Serenity, Mikala, and 
Joshlynn; siblings Tim (Teri) Clothier, Great Bend, Teresa (Mike) Gheen,
 Knoxville, Tennessee, and Tonya Clothier, Knoxville, Tennessee; and a 
&nbsp;great grandchild Monroe Rose Scott.She was preceded in death by her parents.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the 
Foundry Community Church, Great Bend, with Pastor Joel East presiding. 
Cremation will take place after the service.Memorial may be given to the Tamra Clothier Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Tamra Anne Clothier

Frank Dean Shipps, 81, died Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Minneola Long Term Care, Minneola, Kansas.

He was born June 18, 1941, at Dighton, Kansas, the son of Merle and 
Naomi (Wright) Shipps. He graduated from Dodge City High School in 1960.
 After graduating he worked as a custom cutter with his father and then 
enlisted into the United States Navy from July 1960 to 1964. He served 
during the Vietnam War and Cuban Missile Crisis on the USS Independence 
CVA-62. He was a Machinist Mate Operator on the ship. Throughout his 
life he had many jobs; he worked for the State Road Department and 
Farmland both in Dodge City; AGIUM - US Inc., Nikiski, Alaska and ARCO, 
Kuparuk, Alaska where he worked as an operator in the oil field 
industry. He then “retired” but decided that he could not sit still and 
took up some part time jobs and ended up at the Dodge City Public 
Library from 2014 until present, where he was lovingly called “Grandpa 
Frank."

Frank was a member and served on the vestry of the St. Cornelius 
Episcopal Church and was a member of the VFW Post #1714 both in Dodge 
City. He was a faithful Salvation Army volunteer serving on the board 
for many years.

On March 4, 1961, he married Mary Claire Wickes at St. Cornelius Episcopal Church in Dodge City, Kansas. She survives.

Survivors also include: 2 sons, William Shipps, Kenai, Alaska and 
Scott Shipps, Dodge City; a daughter, Jennifer Shipps, Dodge City; 
Grandchildren, Jessica Shipps and fiancé Austin “AJ” Welch, Markayla 
Shipps, Courtney Shipps, and one grandson; a nephew, John Jenkinson and 
wife Jana; and a niece, Joy Giessel and husband George.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, Della Jenkinson and Amelita Miller and one brother, Wayne McCoy.

Funeral Service will be Monday, January 23, 2023, at 10:00 am at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City with Fr. John Seatvet presiding. 
Burial will follow at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Dodge, with full
 Military Honors by the United States Navy and the American Legion 
District 8. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ziegler
 Funeral Chapel with family present from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

The family suggests memorials to the Kansas Honor Flight in care of 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Frank Dean Shipps, 81, died Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Minneola Long Term Care, Minneola, Kansas.He was born June 18, 1941, at Dighton, Kansas, the son of Merle and 
Naomi (Wright) Shipps. He graduated from Dodge City High School in 1960.
 After graduating he worked as a custom cutter with his father and then 
enlisted into the United States Navy from July 1960 to 1964. He served 
during the Vietnam War and Cuban Missile Crisis on the USS Independence 
CVA-62. He was a Machinist Mate Operator on the ship. Throughout his 
life he had many jobs; he worked for the State Road Department and 
Farmland both in Dodge City; AGIUM - US Inc., Nikiski, Alaska and ARCO, 
Kuparuk, Alaska where he worked as an operator in the oil field 
industry. He then “retired” but decided that he could not sit still and 
took up some part time jobs and ended up at the Dodge City Public 
Library from 2014 until present, where he was lovingly called “Grandpa 
Frank."Frank was a member and served on the vestry of the St. Cornelius 
Episcopal Church and was a member of the VFW Post #1714 both in Dodge 
City. He was a faithful Salvation Army volunteer serving on the board 
for many years.On March 4, 1961, he married Mary Claire Wickes at St. Cornelius Episcopal Church in Dodge City, Kansas. She survives.Survivors also include: 2 sons, William Shipps, Kenai, Alaska and 
Scott Shipps, Dodge City; a daughter, Jennifer Shipps, Dodge City; 
Grandchildren, Jessica Shipps and fiancé Austin “AJ” Welch, Markayla 
Shipps, Courtney Shipps, and one grandson; a nephew, John Jenkinson and 
wife Jana; and a niece, Joy Giessel and husband George.He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, Della Jenkinson and Amelita Miller and one brother, Wayne McCoy.Funeral Service will be Monday, January 23, 2023, at 10:00 am at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City with Fr. John Seatvet presiding. 
Burial will follow at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Dodge, with full
 Military Honors by the United States Navy and the American Legion 
District 8. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ziegler
 Funeral Chapel with family present from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.The family suggests memorials to the Kansas Honor Flight in care of 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Frank Dean Shipps

Emile Kay (Moore) Goodschmidt, 76, died Friday January 13, 2023, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. She was born March 28, 1946,&nbsp; in Kimball, Nebraska. The daughter of Albert and Wilma (Helzer) Moore. 
Kay spent her childhood years in Albin, Wyoming where she attended and 
graduated from the local schools. She later moved to Larned, Kansas and 
in 2001 moved to Garden City to be closer to her daughter. Kay worked as
 a para professional both in Larned and Garden City before beginning her
 15 years of customer service at the local Arby’s. 
Kay enjoyed scrolling through Facebook, watching shows like Jeopardy, 
Wheel of Fortune, General Hospital and staying up to date on the 
forecast as well as the current news. She was an avid reader and enjoyed
 most anything written by Danielle Steele. She was friendly, loving, and
 warm, affectionately referred to by many as “Mom” or “Grandma.” 
Survivors include her daughter- Tricia and Husband Dean Hodge, Brother- 
Jon and wife Wanda Moore, grandchildren- Angelica Hodge and Amanda 
Hodge, nieces- Katie Moore and Brooks Phillips, Rebecca and husband 
Darin Lundberg, nephew- Alan and wife Jen Moore, great nieces and 
nephews- Silas Moore, Joel Moore, Emmarie Moore, and Levi Lundberg. 
She is preceded in death by her parents. 
A Memorial Service will be held in Albin, Wyoming, at a later date. 
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Kay Goodschmidt Memorial 
Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Emile Kay (Moore) Goodschmidt, 76, died Friday January 13, 2023, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. She was born March 28, 1946,&nbsp; in Kimball, Nebraska. The daughter of Albert and Wilma (Helzer) Moore. 
Kay spent her childhood years in Albin, Wyoming where she attended and 
graduated from the local schools. She later moved to Larned, Kansas and 
in 2001 moved to Garden City to be closer to her daughter. Kay worked as
 a para professional both in Larned and Garden City before beginning her
 15 years of customer service at the local Arby’s. 
Kay enjoyed scrolling through Facebook, watching shows like Jeopardy, 
Wheel of Fortune, General Hospital and staying up to date on the 
forecast as well as the current news. She was an avid reader and enjoyed
 most anything written by Danielle Steele. She was friendly, loving, and
 warm, affectionately referred to by many as “Mom” or “Grandma.” 
Survivors include her daughter- Tricia and Husband Dean Hodge, Brother- 
Jon and wife Wanda Moore, grandchildren- Angelica Hodge and Amanda 
Hodge, nieces- Katie Moore and Brooks Phillips, Rebecca and husband 
Darin Lundberg, nephew- Alan and wife Jen Moore, great nieces and 
nephews- Silas Moore, Joel Moore, Emmarie Moore, and Levi Lundberg. 
She is preceded in death by her parents. 
A Memorial Service will be held in Albin, Wyoming, at a later date. 
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Kay Goodschmidt Memorial 
Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home.

Emile Kay (Moore) Goodschmidt

Gale Lee Kirk, age 68, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 12, 2023, in Quinter, KS.

Gale was Born in Scott City, Ks on November 21, 1954, to Roy and 
Margueritte (Rolando) Kirk. He graduated from Hayden High School, 
Hayden, CO. He married Pamela Kirk on February 16, 2007, and were 
happily married for nearly 16 years.

Gale enlisted in the Navy on June 15, 1981. He served 5 years and 2 
months before he was injured during his service. He received an 
Honorable Discharge.

His hobbies included fishing, hunting, and other various outdoor 
activities. He loved spending time joking around with family and 
friends. He also enjoyed playing cards at the casino.

Gale was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Richard Kirk and Melvin Kirk, and sister Rita Gingrich.

He is survived by his wife, Pamela Kirk; his brother, Klifton Kirk; 
his sister, Aleece Collamore; two sons, Chad Harkness and Dewayne Kirk; 
two daughters, Michelle Matthews and Cassiebelle Handlin; 11 
grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held at the First Baptist Church in Dighton, KS on Sunday, January 22, 2023, beginning at 11:00 AM

Memorial contributions can be sent to the family at 303 N. Elm St, 
Dighton, KS 67839. The contributions will be donated in Gale's name to 
an organization determined at a later date.

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 </figure>Gale Lee Kirk, age 68, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 12, 2023, in Quinter, KS.Gale was Born in Scott City, Ks on November 21, 1954, to Roy and 
Margueritte (Rolando) Kirk. He graduated from Hayden High School, 
Hayden, CO. He married Pamela Kirk on February 16, 2007, and were 
happily married for nearly 16 years.Gale enlisted in the Navy on June 15, 1981. He served 5 years and 2 
months before he was injured during his service. He received an 
Honorable Discharge.His hobbies included fishing, hunting, and other various outdoor 
activities. He loved spending time joking around with family and 
friends. He also enjoyed playing cards at the casino.Gale was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Richard Kirk and Melvin Kirk, and sister Rita Gingrich.He is survived by his wife, Pamela Kirk; his brother, Klifton Kirk; 
his sister, Aleece Collamore; two sons, Chad Harkness and Dewayne Kirk; 
two daughters, Michelle Matthews and Cassiebelle Handlin; 11 
grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.A Memorial Service will be held at the First Baptist Church in Dighton, KS on Sunday, January 22, 2023, beginning at 11:00 AMMemorial contributions can be sent to the family at 303 N. Elm St, 
Dighton, KS 67839. The contributions will be donated in Gale's name to 
an organization determined at a later date.

Gale Lee Kirk

Jesse Earl Lonnberg, 70, passed away January 16, 2023, at Newton 
Medical Center, Newton, Kansas, surrounded by his wife and daughters.

He was born March 2, 1952, in Spearville, the son of Joe L. and 
Mildred L. Henderson Lonnberg.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was a 
Rancher/Stockman and Bull Hauler.

He was a member of the Jetmore United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore 
Saddle Club, former president and member of the Fair Board Association, 
former president of Extension Board, Kansas Livestock Association and 
the American Quarter Horse Association.

On February 22, 1986, he married Paula Jean Cohoon in Jetmore.&nbsp; She survives.

Other survivors include: three daughters, Mandy (Luis) Paz, Jetmore; 
three granddaughters, Cassidy, Annie and Emma; Melissa (Josh) Nuss, 
Jetmore; two grandchildren, Macy and Jase; Megan (Tyler) Neff, Park 
City; grandson, baby Neff due in February; brother, Don Lonnberg, Garden
 City; sister, Mary Lou (John) Kline, Dighton; sister-in-law, Deon 
Lonnberg, Dodge City; mother-in-law, Alice Cohoon, Jetmore, and numerous
 nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert “Bob” Lonnberg and father-in-law, Bill Cohoon.

Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, at United 
Presbyterian Church with Rev. Mark Durham and Harmon Bliss presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
Thursday with family present from 6p.m. to 8p.m. at Beckwith Funeral 
Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.

Memorials may be given to Jesse Lonnberg Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jesse Earl Lonnberg, 70, passed away January 16, 2023, at Newton 
Medical Center, Newton, Kansas, surrounded by his wife and daughters.He was born March 2, 1952, in Spearville, the son of Joe L. and 
Mildred L. Henderson Lonnberg.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was a 
Rancher/Stockman and Bull Hauler.He was a member of the Jetmore United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore 
Saddle Club, former president and member of the Fair Board Association, 
former president of Extension Board, Kansas Livestock Association and 
the American Quarter Horse Association.On February 22, 1986, he married Paula Jean Cohoon in Jetmore.&nbsp; She survives.Other survivors include: three daughters, Mandy (Luis) Paz, Jetmore; 
three granddaughters, Cassidy, Annie and Emma; Melissa (Josh) Nuss, 
Jetmore; two grandchildren, Macy and Jase; Megan (Tyler) Neff, Park 
City; grandson, baby Neff due in February; brother, Don Lonnberg, Garden
 City; sister, Mary Lou (John) Kline, Dighton; sister-in-law, Deon 
Lonnberg, Dodge City; mother-in-law, Alice Cohoon, Jetmore, and numerous
 nieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert “Bob” Lonnberg and father-in-law, Bill Cohoon.Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, at United 
Presbyterian Church with Rev. Mark Durham and Harmon Bliss presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
Thursday with family present from 6p.m. to 8p.m. at Beckwith Funeral 
Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.Memorials may be given to Jesse Lonnberg Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jesse Earl Lonnberg

Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 
16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center in 
Salina, Kansas.

Janet was born on June 5, 1941, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of 
Georg Emanuel and Irene (Meier) Laubhan.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell and 
graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1959.&nbsp; She met, fell 
in love and was united in marriage to Jon M. Flickinger on August 08, 
1960 in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union, Janet and Jon were blessed with 4
 children, daughters Jamie and Julie and sons Marty and Jered.&nbsp; She was a
 Co-Owner with her husband helping him run two businesses JMF 
Electronics and Xetec, helping with daily operations and bookkeeping.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed sewing and researching genealogy and enjoyed doing research 
for the Germans From Russia Genealogy organization.&nbsp; She was also the 
librarian of Smoky Valley Genealogical Society.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed
 spending time with her family and 9 grandchildren and 10 great 
grandchildren.

Surviving family include her husband Jon of the home, daughters Jamie
 Farmer and husband Larry of Salina, Kansas &amp; Julie Hudson and 
husband Gary of Georgetown, Texas; sons Marty Flickinger and wife Traci 
of Topeka, Kansas and Jered Flickinger of Austin, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Laubhan.

A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, 
January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Thursday, January 
19, 2023, at the mortuary.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the 
service.&nbsp; A private burial will take place after the service at the 
Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 
16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center in 
Salina, Kansas.Janet was born on June 5, 1941, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of 
Georg Emanuel and Irene (Meier) Laubhan.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell and 
graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1959.&nbsp; She met, fell 
in love and was united in marriage to Jon M. Flickinger on August 08, 
1960 in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union, Janet and Jon were blessed with 4
 children, daughters Jamie and Julie and sons Marty and Jered.&nbsp; She was a
 Co-Owner with her husband helping him run two businesses JMF 
Electronics and Xetec, helping with daily operations and bookkeeping.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed sewing and researching genealogy and enjoyed doing research 
for the Germans From Russia Genealogy organization.&nbsp; She was also the 
librarian of Smoky Valley Genealogical Society.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed
 spending time with her family and 9 grandchildren and 10 great 
grandchildren.Surviving family include her husband Jon of the home, daughters Jamie
 Farmer and husband Larry of Salina, Kansas &amp; Julie Hudson and 
husband Gary of Georgetown, Texas; sons Marty Flickinger and wife Traci 
of Topeka, Kansas and Jered Flickinger of Austin, Texas.She was preceded in death by her parents and brother John Laubhan.A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, 
January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Thursday, January 
19, 2023, at the mortuary.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the 
service.&nbsp; A private burial will take place after the service at the 
Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Janet Dee Flickinger

Neil Francis Geist, 70, of Euless, Texas, died December 6, 2022. &nbsp;He was born April 21, 1952, in Hays, Kansas, to Eugene and Lucida (Giebler) Geist. &nbsp;He attended St. Joseph’s Military Academy (Class of 1970) and later served in the United States Army, stationed in Germany. &nbsp;Neil also attended Amarillo Community College (Class of 1976), where he studied Photography. He retired from International Paper, after 39 years, where he was a die mounter.

Neil is survived by his wife, Susan (Nix) and son Austin Jennings (A.J.), both of Euless, Texas, and his stepdaughter, Brooke Gutierrez of NRH, Texas. &nbsp;He is also survived by his siblings: Lois (Jim) Muller, Wichita, Kansas; Sue (Hank) Smyth, Southlake, Texas; Bonnie Werth, Colby, Kansas; Connie (Glenn) Neises, Overland Park, Kansas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Neil was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings:&nbsp;Jim Geist, Jeanee Volkel, Diane DeYoung, and Mary Gross.

A private family military service will be held on March 2,&nbsp;2023&nbsp;at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Neil Francis Geist, 70, of Euless, Texas, died December 6, 2022. &nbsp;He was born April 21, 1952, in Hays, Kansas, to Eugene and Lucida (Giebler) Geist. &nbsp;He attended St. Joseph’s Military Academy (Class of 1970) and later served in the United States Army, stationed in Germany. &nbsp;Neil also attended Amarillo Community College (Class of 1976), where he studied Photography. He retired from International Paper, after 39 years, where he was a die mounter.Neil is survived by his wife, Susan (Nix) and son Austin Jennings (A.J.), both of Euless, Texas, and his stepdaughter, Brooke Gutierrez of NRH, Texas. &nbsp;He is also survived by his siblings: Lois (Jim) Muller, Wichita, Kansas; Sue (Hank) Smyth, Southlake, Texas; Bonnie Werth, Colby, Kansas; Connie (Glenn) Neises, Overland Park, Kansas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Neil was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings:&nbsp;Jim Geist, Jeanee Volkel, Diane DeYoung, and Mary Gross.A private family military service will be held on March 2,&nbsp;2023&nbsp;at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Neil Francis Geist

Marca Berger, 56, died Monday, January 16, 2023, from injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident.

She was born April 19, 1966, in Enid, Oklahoma, the daughter of 
Thomas Stephen and Leola P. (Stateler) Downey. She was a graduate of 
Bucklin High School and received her associates degree from Dodge City 
Community College.&nbsp; On January 11, 1997, she married Bruce W. Berger in 
Dodge City.

Marca loved working with her husband Bruce and children at JB- (Bar) 
Trading Post in Minneola. Her passion was being a caregiver and daycare 
provider as well as loving all animals big or small. She had been a 
receptionist at both the Fowler Clinic and Minneola Clinic. She worked 
for USD 613, was a former Ensign City Clerk, a volunteer firefighter for
 Ensign, a member and a director in Dodge City Roundup.

She was a member of Cross Walk Christian Church in Minneola. She 
loved attending her children’s activities, spending time with her 
grandson, riding horses with her kids, dancing (especially to George 
Strait music) and was “mom” to more than just her kids. She enjoyed 
crafting, bowling, ladies Bible study, being part of the Gold Buckle, 
running concession stands, scorekeeping for baseball games, helping with
 prom and serving her community.

Survivors include: her husband, Bruce; their children, Cody Berger 
and fiancée&nbsp; Lacy Woods, Dodge City, daughter, Taryn Berger and fiancé 
Cooper Johnson, Ashland, son, Collin Berger, Hays, son Connor Berger, 
Ensign; mother, Leola Downey, Ford; 2 brothers, Stephen Downey and wife 
Gina, Ford, Rick Downey and wife Melba, Dodge City; sister Mendy 
McGregor and husband Roy, Dodge City; Mother-in-law, Marti Spencer and 
husband Ron, Dodge City; father-in-law, Bill Berger and wife Susie, 
Hays; brother-in-law, Brett Berger and wife Tammy, Dodge City; 
Sister-in-law, Christina Boyd and husband Brent, Jetmore; and her 
grandson, Stetson Johnson, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and 
numerous friends.

Funeral service will be 10:00 am, Friday, January 20, 2023, at the 
First United Methodist Church, Dodge City, with Pastor Brad Kefauver 
officiating. Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Gardens, Dodge 
City. Visitation will be 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel.

The family suggests memorial to the Berger Family in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Marca Berger, 56, died Monday, January 16, 2023, from injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident.She was born April 19, 1966, in Enid, Oklahoma, the daughter of 
Thomas Stephen and Leola P. (Stateler) Downey. She was a graduate of 
Bucklin High School and received her associates degree from Dodge City 
Community College.&nbsp; On January 11, 1997, she married Bruce W. Berger in 
Dodge City.Marca loved working with her husband Bruce and children at JB- (Bar) 
Trading Post in Minneola. Her passion was being a caregiver and daycare 
provider as well as loving all animals big or small. She had been a 
receptionist at both the Fowler Clinic and Minneola Clinic. She worked 
for USD 613, was a former Ensign City Clerk, a volunteer firefighter for
 Ensign, a member and a director in Dodge City Roundup.She was a member of Cross Walk Christian Church in Minneola. She 
loved attending her children’s activities, spending time with her 
grandson, riding horses with her kids, dancing (especially to George 
Strait music) and was “mom” to more than just her kids. She enjoyed 
crafting, bowling, ladies Bible study, being part of the Gold Buckle, 
running concession stands, scorekeeping for baseball games, helping with
 prom and serving her community.Survivors include: her husband, Bruce; their children, Cody Berger 
and fiancée&nbsp; Lacy Woods, Dodge City, daughter, Taryn Berger and fiancé 
Cooper Johnson, Ashland, son, Collin Berger, Hays, son Connor Berger, 
Ensign; mother, Leola Downey, Ford; 2 brothers, Stephen Downey and wife 
Gina, Ford, Rick Downey and wife Melba, Dodge City; sister Mendy 
McGregor and husband Roy, Dodge City; Mother-in-law, Marti Spencer and 
husband Ron, Dodge City; father-in-law, Bill Berger and wife Susie, 
Hays; brother-in-law, Brett Berger and wife Tammy, Dodge City; 
Sister-in-law, Christina Boyd and husband Brent, Jetmore; and her 
grandson, Stetson Johnson, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and 
numerous friends.She was preceded in death by her father.Funeral service will be 10:00 am, Friday, January 20, 2023, at the 
First United Methodist Church, Dodge City, with Pastor Brad Kefauver 
officiating. Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Gardens, Dodge 
City. Visitation will be 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel.The family suggests memorial to the Berger Family in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Marca Berger

Stephen Eldon “Steve” Lundy, 69, Hays, died Monday, January 16, 2023, at The Willow House.

He was born February 16, 1953, in Hays, the son of Sherrill Eldon and Grace Lenora (Grisham) Lundy. &nbsp;In 1971, he graduated&nbsp;from&nbsp;Hays High School and&nbsp;was&nbsp;a&nbsp;graduate of MidAmerica Nazarene&nbsp;University.&nbsp;&nbsp;On November 10, 1984, he was united in marriage to Nancy E.&nbsp;(Applegate) Ray&nbsp;at Cheyenne United Methodist Church&nbsp;nearLuray.&nbsp;&nbsp;From 1971-1993 he sang and traveled with the Inspirations Gospel Quartet. &nbsp;He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene where he served the church in many roles: song leader, Sunday School teacher, treasurer, board member, among others. &nbsp;He especially enjoyed playing baseball and basketball with his Christian brothers. &nbsp;For several years, Steve worked for the City of Hays as a police officer. &nbsp;He later transitioned to juvenile intake officer, probation officer, and then became the Chief Court Services Officer for the 23rd Judicial District until he retired in 2012. &nbsp;He enjoyed family camping trips, KU basketball, watching westerns, early morning walks, and reading. &nbsp;His wife, children, and grandchildren were blessed by his example as he lived out his personal relationship with Christ.

Survivors include wife Nancy of Hays, four daughters: Valerie&nbsp;Wendelburg&nbsp;and husband&nbsp;Jarel&nbsp;of Dyer, IN, Mindy Lundy Kramer and husband Jay of Evergreen, CO, Rebekah Baier and husband Jeff&nbsp;of Hays, and Rachel Owens and husband Kyle of Hutchinson,&nbsp;seven grandchildren: Emma, Cole,&nbsp;Emry, Liam, Ruby, Avery, and Alex,&nbsp;a brother: David Lundy and wife Debbie of Pine Grove, CO, a sister: Claudia&nbsp;Stremel&nbsp;and friend&nbsp;ArlynWasinger&nbsp;of Hays,&nbsp;three sisters-in-law: Ruth Riley and husband Rich of Valley Falls, Linda Applegate of Albert Lea, MN, Kris Lawson and husband Kevin of Sapulpa, OK, a brother-in-law: Jack Applegate and wife Barb of Osborne,&nbsp;and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and&nbsp;two&nbsp;brothers-in-law: John&nbsp;Stremel&nbsp;and Wayne Applegate.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at North Oak Community Church with Pastor Josh&nbsp;Gelatt&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Friday at&nbsp;Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at the church. &nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Billy Graham Association or to North Oak Community Church. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Steve may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Stephen Eldon “Steve” Lundy, 69, Hays, died Monday, January 16, 2023, at The Willow House.He was born February 16, 1953, in Hays, the son of Sherrill Eldon and Grace Lenora (Grisham) Lundy. &nbsp;In 1971, he graduated&nbsp;from&nbsp;Hays High School and&nbsp;was&nbsp;a&nbsp;graduate of MidAmerica Nazarene&nbsp;University.&nbsp;&nbsp;On November 10, 1984, he was united in marriage to Nancy E.&nbsp;(Applegate) Ray&nbsp;at Cheyenne United Methodist Church&nbsp;nearLuray.&nbsp;&nbsp;From 1971-1993 he sang and traveled with the Inspirations Gospel Quartet. &nbsp;He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene where he served the church in many roles: song leader, Sunday School teacher, treasurer, board member, among others. &nbsp;He especially enjoyed playing baseball and basketball with his Christian brothers. &nbsp;For several years, Steve worked for the City of Hays as a police officer. &nbsp;He later transitioned to juvenile intake officer, probation officer, and then became the Chief Court Services Officer for the 23rd Judicial District until he retired in 2012. &nbsp;He enjoyed family camping trips, KU basketball, watching westerns, early morning walks, and reading. &nbsp;His wife, children, and grandchildren were blessed by his example as he lived out his personal relationship with Christ.Survivors include wife Nancy of Hays, four daughters: Valerie&nbsp;Wendelburg&nbsp;and husband&nbsp;Jarel&nbsp;of Dyer, IN, Mindy Lundy Kramer and husband Jay of Evergreen, CO, Rebekah Baier and husband Jeff&nbsp;of Hays, and Rachel Owens and husband Kyle of Hutchinson,&nbsp;seven grandchildren: Emma, Cole,&nbsp;Emry, Liam, Ruby, Avery, and Alex,&nbsp;a brother: David Lundy and wife Debbie of Pine Grove, CO, a sister: Claudia&nbsp;Stremel&nbsp;and friend&nbsp;ArlynWasinger&nbsp;of Hays,&nbsp;three sisters-in-law: Ruth Riley and husband Rich of Valley Falls, Linda Applegate of Albert Lea, MN, Kris Lawson and husband Kevin of Sapulpa, OK, a brother-in-law: Jack Applegate and wife Barb of Osborne,&nbsp;and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, and&nbsp;two&nbsp;brothers-in-law: John&nbsp;Stremel&nbsp;and Wayne Applegate.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at North Oak Community Church with Pastor Josh&nbsp;Gelatt&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Friday at&nbsp;Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at the church. &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Billy Graham Association or to North Oak Community Church. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Steve may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Stephen Eldon 'Steve' Lundy

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Roger John Studer passed away on 
January 15, 2023. Roger was born on August 5, 1953, in Goodland, KS to 
Hubert and Evelyn (Peterson) Studer.

Roger graduated from Goodland High School with the class of 1972. On 
August 25, 1973, he married Carmen Barnett at Our Lady of Perpetual Help 
Catholic Church in Goodland, KS. They had 3 children John, Lisa and 
Sara.&nbsp; They would have celebrated their 50th anniversary this August.

Roger worked at Herl’s Chevrolet during High School through the DECA 
program. After High School, he went to work at Sam’s Conoco, Big A, 
Classi Grocery in Brewster, Fixsen’s Electronics, Finley Motors, and 
then worked 23 years at the Sheriff’s department. He started out as a 
dispatcher for Sheriff Jack Armstrong, then became the Under Sheriff 
under the late Sheriff Doug Whitson, and Under Sheriff for Sheriff Kevin
 Butts. Roger was also a Sherman County Rural Firefighter for 18 years. 
He really missed helping people when he retired.

Roger had many health issues over the years, but he never let them 
get him down for long. His grandkids were his pride and joy! He enjoyed 
fishing and the races with his grandson Layton, and he would sit and jam
 out to music with his granddaughter Brailynn. He taught all his 
grandchildren to love Queen, or at least he tried! He loved doing 
projects with Satori and Saphire and taking them to Cowboy Corner after 
school to get a snack. Madi and Roger listened to Fat Bottom Girls and 
anything by Queen. He was so proud of her!

He is survived by his wife, Carmen; son, John (Stacy) Studer, 
Goodland, KS; daughters, Lisa (Shelby) Amen, Kearney, NE, and Sara 
Studer, Goodland, KS; five grandchildren, Madison Studer, Layton Amen, 
Satori Jones, Saphire Jones and Brailyn Butts; sister, Carol (Larry) 
Hickson, Garden City, KS; brother, Kenny (Kelly) Studer, Goodland, KS; 
sister, Marcia (John) Harkins, Goodland, KS; mother and father-in-law, 
Betty and Bob Fluhrer; brother-in-law, Frank Barnett; nieces and 
nephews, Marci Smith, Brad Uehlin, Paul Studer, Jennifer Doolittle, 
Alicia Bahr, Christy Nemnich, Hunter and Tucker Harkins, plus many great
 nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; infant brother, Lawrence; 
brother, Randy Studer; grandparents, Henry and Anna Peterson and John 
and Anna Studer.

information and online condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.

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

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 </figure>Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Roger John Studer passed away on 
January 15, 2023. Roger was born on August 5, 1953, in Goodland, KS to 
Hubert and Evelyn (Peterson) Studer.Roger graduated from Goodland High School with the class of 1972. On 
August 25, 1973, he married Carmen Barnett at Our Lady of Perpetual Help 
Catholic Church in Goodland, KS. They had 3 children John, Lisa and 
Sara.&nbsp; They would have celebrated their 50th anniversary this August.Roger worked at Herl’s Chevrolet during High School through the DECA 
program. After High School, he went to work at Sam’s Conoco, Big A, 
Classi Grocery in Brewster, Fixsen’s Electronics, Finley Motors, and 
then worked 23 years at the Sheriff’s department. He started out as a 
dispatcher for Sheriff Jack Armstrong, then became the Under Sheriff 
under the late Sheriff Doug Whitson, and Under Sheriff for Sheriff Kevin
 Butts. Roger was also a Sherman County Rural Firefighter for 18 years. 
He really missed helping people when he retired.Roger had many health issues over the years, but he never let them 
get him down for long. His grandkids were his pride and joy! He enjoyed 
fishing and the races with his grandson Layton, and he would sit and jam
 out to music with his granddaughter Brailynn. He taught all his 
grandchildren to love Queen, or at least he tried! He loved doing 
projects with Satori and Saphire and taking them to Cowboy Corner after 
school to get a snack. Madi and Roger listened to Fat Bottom Girls and 
anything by Queen. He was so proud of her!He is survived by his wife, Carmen; son, John (Stacy) Studer, 
Goodland, KS; daughters, Lisa (Shelby) Amen, Kearney, NE, and Sara 
Studer, Goodland, KS; five grandchildren, Madison Studer, Layton Amen, 
Satori Jones, Saphire Jones and Brailyn Butts; sister, Carol (Larry) 
Hickson, Garden City, KS; brother, Kenny (Kelly) Studer, Goodland, KS; 
sister, Marcia (John) Harkins, Goodland, KS; mother and father-in-law, 
Betty and Bob Fluhrer; brother-in-law, Frank Barnett; nieces and 
nephews, Marci Smith, Brad Uehlin, Paul Studer, Jennifer Doolittle, 
Alicia Bahr, Christy Nemnich, Hunter and Tucker Harkins, plus many great
 nieces and nephews.He was proceeded in death by his parents; infant brother, Lawrence; 
brother, Randy Studer; grandparents, Henry and Anna Peterson and John 
and Anna Studer.information and online condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Roger-Studer">HERE</a> for service details.

Roger John Studer

Rexford DeWayne Hyde was born to Mabel (Isaacson) and Sherman Hyde in
 Belleville,  KS on March 7, 1926.  Rex attended the Osborne School 
system and graduated in 1944. Following his father’s death in December 
1943, Rex joined the United States Navy, February 1944.  He started 
active duty on May 18, 1944.  Rex served in the Navy for 2 years before 
being discharged on February 19, 1946.  Rex served as a photographer in 
the service and after being discharge Rex returned home to open up a 
photography studio, called “Hyde’s Studio.” 

  After closing his studio 
Rex then worked for a locale men’s clothing store, Sollingberger’s. 
While being Max Taylor's Bestman,  Rex met Dora Dean Clemence. He and 
Dean were united in Marriage on January 14,1951.  They moved to Wichita 
where Rex worked at the Boeing airplane factory.  They then returned to 
Osborne, Ks. and Rex began working at the Osborne Post-Office. To this 
union two children were born:  Olin DeWayne Hyde, on August 16, 1954, 
and Sherridene (Hyde) Mick, on March 4, 1956.  Rex was a mail carrier 
for many years, before becoming the Post Master of the Osborne Post 
Office.  Rex retired from the post office in 1988.  After working at the
 Post Office Rex started his new job of Crop Adjusting for the next 10 
years.  Rex enjoyed his time as a Crop Adjuster.  He enjoyed meeting new
 people and making new friends. After 43 years of marriage, Dean past 
away on October 21, 1994.

After her death Rex met and 
married neighbor, Jeani (Balderston) Ballard on November 30, 1996. Rex 
and Jeani were married for 26 years before Rex‘s passing on Tuesday 
January 17, 2023. With this union two families became one.  They had 12 
Children including spouses, 30 Grandchildren including spouses, 52 
Great-Grandchildren including spouses, and 12 Great-Great Grandchildren.
 Rex loved family and he was very proud of all 106 members of his 
family.  He lived a full and wonderful life that was full of love.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Rexford-Dewayne-Hyde?obId=27059926#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Rexford DeWayne Hyde was born to Mabel (Isaacson) and Sherman Hyde in
 Belleville, KS on March 7, 1926. Rex attended the Osborne School 
system and graduated in 1944. Following his father’s death in December 
1943, Rex joined the United States Navy, February 1944. He started 
active duty on May 18, 1944. Rex served in the Navy for 2 years before 
being discharged on February 19, 1946. Rex served as a photographer in 
the service and after being discharge Rex returned home to open up a 
photography studio, called “Hyde’s Studio.” After closing his studio 
Rex then worked for a locale men’s clothing store, Sollingberger’s. 
While being Max Taylor's Bestman, Rex met Dora Dean Clemence. He and 
Dean were united in Marriage on January 14,1951. They moved to Wichita 
where Rex worked at the Boeing airplane factory. They then returned to 
Osborne, Ks. and Rex began working at the Osborne Post-Office. To this 
union two children were born: Olin DeWayne Hyde, on August 16, 1954, 
and Sherridene (Hyde) Mick, on March 4, 1956. Rex was a mail carrier 
for many years, before becoming the Post Master of the Osborne Post 
Office. Rex retired from the post office in 1988. After working at the
 Post Office Rex started his new job of Crop Adjusting for the next 10 
years. Rex enjoyed his time as a Crop Adjuster. He enjoyed meeting new
 people and making new friends. After 43 years of marriage, Dean past 
away on October 21, 1994.After her death Rex met and 
married neighbor, Jeani (Balderston) Ballard on November 30, 1996. Rex 
and Jeani were married for 26 years before Rex‘s passing on Tuesday 
January 17, 2023. With this union two families became one. They had 12 
Children including spouses, 30 Grandchildren including spouses, 52 
Great-Grandchildren including spouses, and 12 Great-Great Grandchildren.
 Rex loved family and he was very proud of all 106 members of his 
family. He lived a full and wonderful life that was full of love.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Rexford-Dewayne-Hyde?obId=27059926#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Rexford DeWayne Hyde

Zander Raye Rojas, died Friday January 13, 2023, in Garden City, Kansas. 
 He was born September 29, 2004, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of 
Brandon Ray and Christie Lynn (Pearson) Rojas. 
He grew up and attended schools in Garden City and was a Senior at 
Garden City Achieve Academy. He enjoyed golfing with his dad, cooking 
with his mom, and spending time with his sister, Morgan. They could talk
 for hours upon hours about everything and nothing He was loving and 
loyal to his girlfriend Yitzel. He always made her feel safe and could 
always cheer her up with his sense of humor.. He loved anything and 
everything baseball. He could catch and throw when he was still in 
diapers. His first at-bat in T-Ball flew high into center field. His 
family was amazed and he was upset the umpire wouldn’t let him run past 
first base. His hobbies as a young adult included skateboarding, and 
gaming with his friends. His siblings and cousins loved spending time 
with him. He cared deeply for people, always doing kind things and 
helping. He was incredibly smart, too smart for his own good. He had a
 quick wit and was always making people laugh with his sarcasm. He 
always cared for his grandma, Caverly, helping her out around the house 
after her surgery, in exchange for fried chicken and banana bread. As a
 young child his favorite person was his grandpa, Papa Jim. He later 
named him Papa Roy, no explanation behind the name change. He then 
re-named himself Little Roy and the two of them were inseparable. After
 Papa Roy passed away he was lucky enough to inherit his prized record 
collection. Listening to them brought back cherished memories. He 
shared a special bond with his Uncle Tyler. They just fit together. 
Uncle Tyler always made time for his Zander and their time together was 
like two souls healing each other. Family and Friends will hold his 
memories close when they miss his presence. 
He is survived by his Mother-Christie Rojas and Sister-Morgan Alexis 
Cabral; Father-Brandon Rojas and Siblings-Jorden Rojas, Deago Rojas 
&amp; Aria Tomlinson; Grandparents-Caverly (Keith) Rojas Wallace &amp; 
Sheryl Pearson; Aunts &amp; Uncles; Tyler Rojas, Carrie (Jared) Mitchell
 &amp; Guille Hinde; &amp; Cousins-Corben Davis, Timmy Rojas, Lexus 
Springsteen, Cariah Cedra, Tommy Cedra &amp; Landyn Mitchell and other 
extended family. 
He was preceded in death by his Grandfather-Jim Rojas and Uncle-Kip Rojas. 
Visitation will be held 11:00-8:00 pm Thursday January 19, 2023, at 
Garnand Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am at 
Cornerstone Church with Pastor Casey Harmon Officiating. Burial will 
follow at Valley View Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the 
Zander Rojas Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 412 N 7th 
Street, Garden City, KS 67846&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Zander Raye Rojas, died Friday January 13, 2023, in Garden City, Kansas. 
 He was born September 29, 2004, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of 
Brandon Ray and Christie Lynn (Pearson) Rojas. 
He grew up and attended schools in Garden City and was a Senior at 
Garden City Achieve Academy. He enjoyed golfing with his dad, cooking 
with his mom, and spending time with his sister, Morgan. They could talk
 for hours upon hours about everything and nothing He was loving and 
loyal to his girlfriend Yitzel. He always made her feel safe and could 
always cheer her up with his sense of humor.. He loved anything and 
everything baseball. He could catch and throw when he was still in 
diapers. His first at-bat in T-Ball flew high into center field. His 
family was amazed and he was upset the umpire wouldn’t let him run past 
first base. His hobbies as a young adult included skateboarding, and 
gaming with his friends. His siblings and cousins loved spending time 
with him. He cared deeply for people, always doing kind things and 
helping. He was incredibly smart, too smart for his own good. He had a
 quick wit and was always making people laugh with his sarcasm. He 
always cared for his grandma, Caverly, helping her out around the house 
after her surgery, in exchange for fried chicken and banana bread. As a
 young child his favorite person was his grandpa, Papa Jim. He later 
named him Papa Roy, no explanation behind the name change. He then 
re-named himself Little Roy and the two of them were inseparable. After
 Papa Roy passed away he was lucky enough to inherit his prized record 
collection. Listening to them brought back cherished memories. He 
shared a special bond with his Uncle Tyler. They just fit together. 
Uncle Tyler always made time for his Zander and their time together was 
like two souls healing each other. Family and Friends will hold his 
memories close when they miss his presence. 
He is survived by his Mother-Christie Rojas and Sister-Morgan Alexis 
Cabral; Father-Brandon Rojas and Siblings-Jorden Rojas, Deago Rojas 
&amp; Aria Tomlinson; Grandparents-Caverly (Keith) Rojas Wallace &amp; 
Sheryl Pearson; Aunts &amp; Uncles; Tyler Rojas, Carrie (Jared) Mitchell
 &amp; Guille Hinde; &amp; Cousins-Corben Davis, Timmy Rojas, Lexus 
Springsteen, Cariah Cedra, Tommy Cedra &amp; Landyn Mitchell and other 
extended family. 
He was preceded in death by his Grandfather-Jim Rojas and Uncle-Kip Rojas. 
Visitation will be held 11:00-8:00 pm Thursday January 19, 2023, at 
Garnand Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am at 
Cornerstone Church with Pastor Casey Harmon Officiating. Burial will 
follow at Valley View Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the 
Zander Rojas Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 412 N 7th 
Street, Garden City, KS 67846&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Zander Raye Rojas

William J. “Bill” “Billy Ray” Miller, 63, died January 15, 2023, at 
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, after an almost three-year 
courageous battle with cancer.&nbsp; He was born March 28, 1959, in 
Hoisington, Kansas, the son of Robert J. and Elizabeth “June” (Seymour) 
Miller.&nbsp; Bill graduated in 1978 from Claflin High School. He received 
his Associates Degree from Barton County Community College and then 
attended University of Kansas.

On April 17, 1982, he married Tami DeBusk in Claflin, Kansas. To them
 were born three amazing children, Colby, Catlin, and Candra.&nbsp; Together 
they raised their family in Claflin, Bill’s hometown, where he proudly 
helped run the family business, Miller’s of Claflin.&nbsp; Truly a family run
 business for over 120 years, he along with his siblings and fifth 
generation, helped to expand the business to Hays, Salina, and Great 
Bend, with the Ashley HomeStores, Mattress Solutions, and Furniture 
Clearance Center Brands.&nbsp; He was also a partner in RJM Oil Company, 
C&amp;K Oil Company, and Miller Financing.&nbsp; His children inherited his 
love of business and work ethic.

Bill was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the 
Knights of Columbus Council #1500, and was the fire chief of the 
Sandhill Rural Fire District. &nbsp;Always a promoter of his hometown he left
 his fingerprint on many aspects of the community. In his free time, he 
enjoyed spending time taking care of his farm, riding on the jeep 
trails, and teaching his grandchildren life lessons. His greatest summer
 passion was Lake Wilson, spending time with the people he loved on his 
houseboat, The Billy Ray.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Tami Miller of the home; 
three children, Colby Miller and wife Dr. Nicole Miller of Claflin, 
Catlin Miller of Wichita, and Candra Pilas and husband Emanuel of 
Gypsum, Colorado; four beloved grandchildren, Ava, Ardyn, Jett, and Cam 
Miller; his mother, June Miller of Claflin; nine siblings, Becky Cates 
of Haslet, Texas, Beth Woydziak of Morrison, Colorado, Belinda Connell 
of Claflin, Barbara Musgrove and husband Jim of Claflin, Brad Miller and
 wife Cathy of Claflin, Brian Miller and wife Joan of Claflin, Brock 
Miller and wife Angie of Eudora, Bobette Kirmer and husband Marvin of 
Claflin, and Bridget Letourneau and husband Troy of Claflin; 33 nieces 
and nephews, 67 great nieces and nephews, and 4 great-great nieces and 
nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Miller, and 
brothers-in-law, Ray Cates, Alan Woydziak, and Mike Connell, and nephew 
Travis Cates.

Family will greet friends Sunday from 3 to 4 p.m. with Celebration of Life and Rosary beginning at 4 p.m. at the church.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 23, 
2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, celebrated by Father 
Terrance Klein. Burial will follow in Claflin Cemetery.

&nbsp;Memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Church Renovation 
Fund and the Claflin Kid’s Discovery Center, in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>William J. “Bill” “Billy Ray” Miller, 63, died January 15, 2023, at 
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, after an almost three-year 
courageous battle with cancer.&nbsp; He was born March 28, 1959, in 
Hoisington, Kansas, the son of Robert J. and Elizabeth “June” (Seymour) 
Miller.&nbsp; Bill graduated in 1978 from Claflin High School. He received 
his Associates Degree from Barton County Community College and then 
attended University of Kansas.On April 17, 1982, he married Tami DeBusk in Claflin, Kansas. To them
 were born three amazing children, Colby, Catlin, and Candra.&nbsp; Together 
they raised their family in Claflin, Bill’s hometown, where he proudly 
helped run the family business, Miller’s of Claflin.&nbsp; Truly a family run
 business for over 120 years, he along with his siblings and fifth 
generation, helped to expand the business to Hays, Salina, and Great 
Bend, with the Ashley HomeStores, Mattress Solutions, and Furniture 
Clearance Center Brands.&nbsp; He was also a partner in RJM Oil Company, 
C&amp;K Oil Company, and Miller Financing.&nbsp; His children inherited his 
love of business and work ethic.Bill was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the 
Knights of Columbus Council #1500, and was the fire chief of the 
Sandhill Rural Fire District. &nbsp;Always a promoter of his hometown he left
 his fingerprint on many aspects of the community. In his free time, he 
enjoyed spending time taking care of his farm, riding on the jeep 
trails, and teaching his grandchildren life lessons. His greatest summer
 passion was Lake Wilson, spending time with the people he loved on his 
houseboat, The Billy Ray.He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Tami Miller of the home; 
three children, Colby Miller and wife Dr. Nicole Miller of Claflin, 
Catlin Miller of Wichita, and Candra Pilas and husband Emanuel of 
Gypsum, Colorado; four beloved grandchildren, Ava, Ardyn, Jett, and Cam 
Miller; his mother, June Miller of Claflin; nine siblings, Becky Cates 
of Haslet, Texas, Beth Woydziak of Morrison, Colorado, Belinda Connell 
of Claflin, Barbara Musgrove and husband Jim of Claflin, Brad Miller and
 wife Cathy of Claflin, Brian Miller and wife Joan of Claflin, Brock 
Miller and wife Angie of Eudora, Bobette Kirmer and husband Marvin of 
Claflin, and Bridget Letourneau and husband Troy of Claflin; 33 nieces 
and nephews, 67 great nieces and nephews, and 4 great-great nieces and 
nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Miller, and 
brothers-in-law, Ray Cates, Alan Woydziak, and Mike Connell, and nephew 
Travis Cates.Family will greet friends Sunday from 3 to 4 p.m. with Celebration of Life and Rosary beginning at 4 p.m. at the church.Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 23, 
2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, celebrated by Father 
Terrance Klein. Burial will follow in Claflin Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Church Renovation 
Fund and the Claflin Kid’s Discovery Center, in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

William J. 'Bill' Miller

Linda Sue Martin, 66, passed away on January 16, 2023, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kansas. She was born on November 9, 1956, 
in Plainville, Kansas, to Darrell and Shirley (Campbell) Hays. On June 7,
 1986, she married Phillip Martin at St. Fidelis Church in Victoria, 
Kansas. He survives.

A Great Bend resident for 36 years, Linda worked as a speech 
pathologist for USD 428 and Barton County Special Services, prior to her
 retirement. She was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish attending 
St. Rose, Daughters of Isabella, and the Kansas Retired Teachers 
Association. Linda enjoyed spending time on social media and being with 
her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband of the home; a son, Jacob Martin of 
Kansas City, Missouri; a daughter, Holly Bowyer (Brent Schartz) of 
Ellinwood, Kansas; three grandchildren, Alexander “A.J.” Bowyer, Alvin 
Bowyer, and Ashylynn Gray; a brother, Terry Hays, of Natoma, Kansas; and
 two sisters, Marsha Erickson (David) of Wellington, Kansas and 
Stephanie Massier of Palco, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her 
parents; a brother, Darrell "Hank" Hays Jr.; and a sister, Sheri Hays.

Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 
19, 2023, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m., family receiving 
guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and a vigil service at 7:00 p.m. 
with Daughters of Isabella rosary, all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of 
Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 20, 2023,
 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola 
presiding. A private family internment will take place at a later time. 


Memorials have been designated to the Grandchildren’s Education Fund, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Linda Sue Martin, 66, passed away on January 16, 2023, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kansas. She was born on November 9, 1956, 
in Plainville, Kansas, to Darrell and Shirley (Campbell) Hays. On June 7,
 1986, she married Phillip Martin at St. Fidelis Church in Victoria, 
Kansas. He survives.A Great Bend resident for 36 years, Linda worked as a speech 
pathologist for USD 428 and Barton County Special Services, prior to her
 retirement. She was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish attending 
St. Rose, Daughters of Isabella, and the Kansas Retired Teachers 
Association. Linda enjoyed spending time on social media and being with 
her grandchildren.Survivors include her husband of the home; a son, Jacob Martin of 
Kansas City, Missouri; a daughter, Holly Bowyer (Brent Schartz) of 
Ellinwood, Kansas; three grandchildren, Alexander “A.J.” Bowyer, Alvin 
Bowyer, and Ashylynn Gray; a brother, Terry Hays, of Natoma, Kansas; and
 two sisters, Marsha Erickson (David) of Wellington, Kansas and 
Stephanie Massier of Palco, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her 
parents; a brother, Darrell "Hank" Hays Jr.; and a sister, Sheri Hays.Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 
19, 2023, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m., family receiving 
guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and a vigil service at 7:00 p.m. 
with Daughters of Isabella rosary, all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of 
Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 20, 2023,
 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola 
presiding. A private family internment will take place at a later time. 
Memorials have been designated to the Grandchildren’s Education Fund, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Linda Sue Martin

Verna Faye Jarman, 75, Flemington, Missouri, passed away and met the 
Lord Jesus on January 14, 2023, following a long battle with cancer. 
 She was born September 4, 1947 to Raymond and Lorene Pember. She spent 
her early years on the family farm in Ness County, Kansas. She graduated
 from Ness City High School in 1965. She then attended Fort Hays State 
University. After completing her studies at Fort Hays State University,&nbsp; she moved to Wichita, Kansas, where she worked in the aircraft industry. 
There she met Dwain Hale and to this union they had a son. They later 
divorced and she moved to Flemington, Missouri, where she resided until 
her death.

She married Mike Jarman on November 8, 2001. She worked 
for Hegle's Woodworks in Bolivar Missouri until the business was closed 
and then she worked along side Mike on the farm caring for the cattle, 
cutting and hauling hay, and everything involved with farming. She loved
 her cats, dogs and hummingbirds. She was truly a farm girl at heart. 
 Verna was truly devoted to the Lord and practiced her religion every 
day. She had many church friends who were life-long friends. The coffee 
pot was always on in her kitchen and she always had time to sit down and
 visit. It was her joy to take care of people and make them happy. Verna is survived by her husband of the home, son Bruce Hale of Carthage, Missouri. 
 Grandchildren Micaiah Hale, Malachi Hale and Brook Hale of Carthage, 
Missouri, Britain and Magen Hale of Joplin, MO. Dakota and Emily Hale of
 Kansas City. Niece Shonna Barton and husband Daniel and nephew Gary Mattox. Great grandchildren belonging to Brit and Magen - Addi, Conner and Raylan Balmas, Harrison and Declan Hale. 
 Sister Carol and Eric Harfmann of Hays, Kansas, brother Dennis and Kim 
Pember of Emporia, Kansas, sister-in-law Sharon Pember of Winfield, 
Kansas, nephews Brandon Harfmann, Dustin Harfmann, Dale Pember, Keith 
Pember, Paul Pember, nieces Dora Pember, Wendy Montieth She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Lorene Pember and brothers Duane Pember and Kevin Pember. 
 Funeral Services for Verna will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, January 
19, 2023, at the Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar, Mo. Visitation will be held 
Wednesday evening, January 18, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Memorial 
contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Verna Faye Jarman, 75, Flemington, Missouri, passed away and met the 
Lord Jesus on January 14, 2023, following a long battle with cancer. 
 She was born September 4, 1947 to Raymond and Lorene Pember. She spent 
her early years on the family farm in Ness County, Kansas. She graduated
 from Ness City High School in 1965. She then attended Fort Hays State 
University. After completing her studies at Fort Hays State University,&nbsp; she moved to Wichita, Kansas, where she worked in the aircraft industry. 
There she met Dwain Hale and to this union they had a son. They later 
divorced and she moved to Flemington, Missouri, where she resided until 
her death.She married Mike Jarman on November 8, 2001. She worked 
for Hegle's Woodworks in Bolivar Missouri until the business was closed 
and then she worked along side Mike on the farm caring for the cattle, 
cutting and hauling hay, and everything involved with farming. She loved
 her cats, dogs and hummingbirds. She was truly a farm girl at heart. 
 Verna was truly devoted to the Lord and practiced her religion every 
day. She had many church friends who were life-long friends. The coffee 
pot was always on in her kitchen and she always had time to sit down and
 visit. It was her joy to take care of people and make them happy. Verna is survived by her husband of the home, son Bruce Hale of Carthage, Missouri. 
 Grandchildren Micaiah Hale, Malachi Hale and Brook Hale of Carthage, 
Missouri, Britain and Magen Hale of Joplin, MO. Dakota and Emily Hale of
 Kansas City. Niece Shonna Barton and husband Daniel and nephew Gary Mattox. Great grandchildren belonging to Brit and Magen - Addi, Conner and Raylan Balmas, Harrison and Declan Hale. 
 Sister Carol and Eric Harfmann of Hays, Kansas, brother Dennis and Kim 
Pember of Emporia, Kansas, sister-in-law Sharon Pember of Winfield, 
Kansas, nephews Brandon Harfmann, Dustin Harfmann, Dale Pember, Keith 
Pember, Paul Pember, nieces Dora Pember, Wendy Montieth She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Lorene Pember and brothers Duane Pember and Kevin Pember. 
 Funeral Services for Verna will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, January 
19, 2023, at the Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar, Mo. Visitation will be held 
Wednesday evening, January 18, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Memorial 
contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;

Verna Faye Jarman

Terry Dean Davidson, 70, passed away January 15, 2023, at Mitchell 
County Hospital Health Systems in Beloit. He was born September 11, 
1952, in Great Bend, to LeRoy and Neita Mae (Hysell) Davidson.

A Beloit resident since 2013, Terry was previously a Claflin and 
Wilson area resident. He was raised on a dairy farm and helped local 
farmers, ranchers and friends with farm chores. He also worked with 
cattle at Great Bend Livestock. He greatly enjoyed farming and taking 
care of livestock, as well as all animals. He especially loved to attend
 sporting events for Claflin High/Central Plains and keeping up with all
 the basketball and football games he could.

Survivors include, two daughters, Christina Hayes of Claflin and Sara
 Arnold and husband Dustin of Alton; three grandchildren, Richie Hayes, 
Grant Arnold and Josslyn Arnold, with one to arrive in May; a nephew, 
Kyle Tammen and a niece, Sonya Tammen. He was preceded in death by his 
parents; and a sister, Sharon Tammen.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 22, 
2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N Main, Hoisington, Kan., 
with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service 
will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Diana Webster presiding. Interment will be in 
the Claflin Cemetery, Claflin. 

Memorials have been designated to 
Community Scholarship, Inc. - Claflin, in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Terry Dean Davidson, 70, passed away January 15, 2023, at Mitchell 
County Hospital Health Systems in Beloit. He was born September 11, 
1952, in Great Bend, to LeRoy and Neita Mae (Hysell) Davidson.A Beloit resident since 2013, Terry was previously a Claflin and 
Wilson area resident. He was raised on a dairy farm and helped local 
farmers, ranchers and friends with farm chores. He also worked with 
cattle at Great Bend Livestock. He greatly enjoyed farming and taking 
care of livestock, as well as all animals. He especially loved to attend
 sporting events for Claflin High/Central Plains and keeping up with all
 the basketball and football games he could.Survivors include, two daughters, Christina Hayes of Claflin and Sara
 Arnold and husband Dustin of Alton; three grandchildren, Richie Hayes, 
Grant Arnold and Josslyn Arnold, with one to arrive in May; a nephew, 
Kyle Tammen and a niece, Sonya Tammen. He was preceded in death by his 
parents; and a sister, Sharon Tammen.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 22, 
2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N Main, Hoisington, Kan., 
with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service 
will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Diana Webster presiding. Interment will be in 
the Claflin Cemetery, Claflin. Memorials have been designated to 
Community Scholarship, Inc. - Claflin, in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Terry Dean Davidson

Kirwin resident Gilford Lee Woods passed away on January 13, 2023, 
at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas, at the age of 
82.&nbsp;

Gilford was born on December 29, 1940, in Great Bend, Kansas, son of Ovid Lee and Hildred Verna (Pedigo) Woods.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents Ovid and Hildred Woods, and his brothers Gayle and Ovid "Buddy" Woods.

Gilford was survived by his daughters Gayla Spitz of Weatherford, 
Texas, and Karla Woods of Oklahoma, son Christopher Woods and wife Tanya
 of Kirwin, and sisters JoEtta Hickman and husband Jerry of Petoskey, 
Michigan, and Verna Victory of Pratt, Kansas.

Kirwin resident Gilford Lee Woods passed away on January 13, 2023, 
at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg, Kansas, at the age of 
82.&nbsp;Gilford was born on December 29, 1940, in Great Bend, Kansas, son of Ovid Lee and Hildred Verna (Pedigo) Woods.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents Ovid and Hildred Woods, and his brothers Gayle and Ovid "Buddy" Woods.Gilford was survived by his daughters Gayla Spitz of Weatherford, 
Texas, and Karla Woods of Oklahoma, son Christopher Woods and wife Tanya
 of Kirwin, and sisters JoEtta Hickman and husband Jerry of Petoskey, 
Michigan, and Verna Victory of Pratt, Kansas.Cremation was planned.Services will be at a later date.

Gilford Lee Woods

Triptyn Ray  “Trippy” Reynolds, 10, of rural Courtland, Kansas, passed away Friday, January 13th, 2023.

Trippy was born June 6th, 2012, in Salina, Kansas. He is the youngest son of Dustin and Alisha (Shuler) Reynolds.

Trippy
 attended school at Pike Valley Elementary his kindergarten year. He 
then moved to Wallace County (Kansas) Elementary School for first 
through some of third grade. He then transitioned to Rock Hills 
Elementary, where he was a 5th&nbsp;grader. Trippy excelled at math, but 
recess and PE were his favorite classes. Trippy was known in his class 
for spending most of his time on the floor, if it be from falling out of
 his seat, or “tripping” over nothing, to just rolling around on the 
floor. He sure lived up to his nickname “Trip.”

Trippy was known 
for his infections smile, endless energy, loving hugs, and his gift for 
never knowing a stranger. Trippy spent all his time outside on the 
trampoline, fighting bad guys with whatever weapon he could dream up, or
 playing Roblox with Cole. Recently being gifted a VR headset, he found 
his new source to release some of his energy.

He will forever be loved, and missed tremendously, by his many friends and family.

He
 is survived by his parents Dustin and Alisha (Shuler) Reynolds, 
brothers Tristyn and Treyton, and sister Tayla, all of rural Courtland; 
grandparents Dan and Mary Reynolds of rural Formoso, and John and Sheryl
 Shuler of rural Concordia; uncles and aunts Tyson Reynolds and wife 
Stephanie, Brice Reynolds and wife Cassie, Amy Plett and husband Jason, 
Lexie Herrman and husband Travis, and Colby Shuler; cousins Trinity, 
Hunter, Konner, Talon, Jenaya, Kylee, Taeten, Brogan, Layne, Samara, 
Linnea, Kinley, Liam, Maverick, Lyrica, and Max; his beloved cats and 
dogs; other family and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be
 Saturday, January 21, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the Rock Hills High School
 gymnasium in Mankato, Kansas. Burial will follow at White Rock 
Cemetery, rural Courtland.

Visitation and viewing will be Friday, 
January 20, from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends 
from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville.

Family and friends may also leave condolences and cards at Melby Mortuary in Mankato and Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia.

Memorials
 are requested to the Triptyn R. Reynolds Memorial, and may be sent in 
care of Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 566, Belleville, Kansas,
 66935.

Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Melby Mortuary, and 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home are assisting Trippy’s family with these 
arrangements.

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 </figure>Triptyn Ray “Trippy” Reynolds, 10, of rural Courtland, Kansas, passed away Friday, January 13th, 2023.Trippy was born June 6th, 2012, in Salina, Kansas. He is the youngest son of Dustin and Alisha (Shuler) Reynolds.Trippy
 attended school at Pike Valley Elementary his kindergarten year. He 
then moved to Wallace County (Kansas) Elementary School for first 
through some of third grade. He then transitioned to Rock Hills 
Elementary, where he was a 5th&nbsp;grader. Trippy excelled at math, but 
recess and PE were his favorite classes. Trippy was known in his class 
for spending most of his time on the floor, if it be from falling out of
 his seat, or “tripping” over nothing, to just rolling around on the 
floor. He sure lived up to his nickname “Trip.”Trippy was known 
for his infections smile, endless energy, loving hugs, and his gift for 
never knowing a stranger. Trippy spent all his time outside on the 
trampoline, fighting bad guys with whatever weapon he could dream up, or
 playing Roblox with Cole. Recently being gifted a VR headset, he found 
his new source to release some of his energy.He will forever be loved, and missed tremendously, by his many friends and family.He
 is survived by his parents Dustin and Alisha (Shuler) Reynolds, 
brothers Tristyn and Treyton, and sister Tayla, all of rural Courtland; 
grandparents Dan and Mary Reynolds of rural Formoso, and John and Sheryl
 Shuler of rural Concordia; uncles and aunts Tyson Reynolds and wife 
Stephanie, Brice Reynolds and wife Cassie, Amy Plett and husband Jason, 
Lexie Herrman and husband Travis, and Colby Shuler; cousins Trinity, 
Hunter, Konner, Talon, Jenaya, Kylee, Taeten, Brogan, Layne, Samara, 
Linnea, Kinley, Liam, Maverick, Lyrica, and Max; his beloved cats and 
dogs; other family and a host of friends.Funeral services will be
 Saturday, January 21, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at the Rock Hills High School
 gymnasium in Mankato, Kansas. Burial will follow at White Rock 
Cemetery, rural Courtland.Visitation and viewing will be Friday, 
January 20, from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends 
from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home in Belleville.Family and friends may also leave condolences and cards at Melby Mortuary in Mankato and Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordia.Memorials
 are requested to the Triptyn R. Reynolds Memorial, and may be sent in 
care of Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 566, Belleville, Kansas,
 66935.Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Melby Mortuary, and 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home are assisting Trippy’s family with these 
arrangements.

Triptyn Ray 'Trippy' Reynolds

David Arthur George, 80, of Natoma, Kansas, died on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas.

David was born on October 12, 1942, in Scott City, Kansas, to Arthur 
and Zelma (Lake) George.&nbsp; He lived in several places during his early 
years, eventually settling in Lebanon, Kansas, which he called home.&nbsp; He
 attended Lebanon High School.&nbsp; 

He met, fell in love, and was united in 
marriage to Donna Dee Wait on August 8th, 1964, in Natoma, Kansas.&nbsp; From
 this union David and Donna were blessed with 4 children, DeeAnn, 
Dennis, Dustin, and Denton.&nbsp; 

He was drafted into the United States Army 
in 1966 and served in Germany until 1968.&nbsp; He worked in several 
occupations until starting his career as a journeyman lineman in the 
Natoma area and retired in 1995.&nbsp; 

He was a member of Peace Lutheran 
Church in Natoma, the Natoma Lions Club, and American Legion Post 109. 
He served several years as a volunteer firefighter, fire chief for 
Natoma, and EMT. &nbsp;He enjoyed his part time job operating a road grader 
for Natoma and Round Mound townships, and spending time helping the 
community of Natoma with any projects or events going on in town.&nbsp; Most 
of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and especially loved 
being active with his kids and grandkids.

Surviving family include his wife Donna of the home, daughter DeeAnn 
Heaton and husband Darren of Cuba, Missouri, sons Dennis George and wife
 Amy of Hays, Kansas, Dustin George and wife Carmen of Natoma, Kansas 
and Denton George and fiancée Jennifer of Phillipsburg, Kansas, seven 
“ornery” grandkids (who he hopes will remember to be good girls and good
 boys) Hannah Shaw and husband Cody of Cuba, Missouri, Tyler Heaton and 
wife Haley of Kansas City, Missouri, Haley Vajnar and husband Conrad, 
Emily George and Avry George all of Hays, Kansas, Erika George and Derek
 George all of Natoma, Kansas and two great grandkids Wyatt Shaw and 
Mary May Vajnar. Sisters Arlene Wagner and husband David of Great Bend, 
Kansas, and Sondra Smith and husband Cory of Springfield, Missouri, 
Brothers Leon Small of Lawrence, Kansas and Darin George of San Antonio,
 Texas. Aunt Trudy George of Orleans, Nebraska.&nbsp; Numerous cousins, 
nieces, nephews, and good friends. 

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, stepmother Zona George, uncles Eldon George and wife Bonnie, 
Lawrence George and wife Verna, Aunt Lurlene Lake and husband Herbert. 

A
 celebration of David’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, 
January 21, 2023, at the Paradise Gymnasium in Paradise, Kansas.&nbsp; Family
 will greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be given to 
the Lions Club Scholarship Fund and sent in care of the mortuary to 610 
N. Maple St., Russell, Kansas 67665.&nbsp; Cremation has been selected by the
 family.&nbsp; 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma, Kansas, 
is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>David Arthur George, 80, of Natoma, Kansas, died on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas.David was born on October 12, 1942, in Scott City, Kansas, to Arthur 
and Zelma (Lake) George.&nbsp; He lived in several places during his early 
years, eventually settling in Lebanon, Kansas, which he called home.&nbsp; He
 attended Lebanon High School.&nbsp; He met, fell in love, and was united in 
marriage to Donna Dee Wait on August 8th, 1964, in Natoma, Kansas.&nbsp; From
 this union David and Donna were blessed with 4 children, DeeAnn, 
Dennis, Dustin, and Denton.&nbsp; He was drafted into the United States Army 
in 1966 and served in Germany until 1968.&nbsp; He worked in several 
occupations until starting his career as a journeyman lineman in the 
Natoma area and retired in 1995.&nbsp; He was a member of Peace Lutheran 
Church in Natoma, the Natoma Lions Club, and American Legion Post 109. 
He served several years as a volunteer firefighter, fire chief for 
Natoma, and EMT. &nbsp;He enjoyed his part time job operating a road grader 
for Natoma and Round Mound townships, and spending time helping the 
community of Natoma with any projects or events going on in town.&nbsp; Most 
of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and especially loved 
being active with his kids and grandkids.Surviving family include his wife Donna of the home, daughter DeeAnn 
Heaton and husband Darren of Cuba, Missouri, sons Dennis George and wife
 Amy of Hays, Kansas, Dustin George and wife Carmen of Natoma, Kansas 
and Denton George and fiancée Jennifer of Phillipsburg, Kansas, seven 
“ornery” grandkids (who he hopes will remember to be good girls and good
 boys) Hannah Shaw and husband Cody of Cuba, Missouri, Tyler Heaton and 
wife Haley of Kansas City, Missouri, Haley Vajnar and husband Conrad, 
Emily George and Avry George all of Hays, Kansas, Erika George and Derek
 George all of Natoma, Kansas and two great grandkids Wyatt Shaw and 
Mary May Vajnar. Sisters Arlene Wagner and husband David of Great Bend, 
Kansas, and Sondra Smith and husband Cory of Springfield, Missouri, 
Brothers Leon Small of Lawrence, Kansas and Darin George of San Antonio,
 Texas. Aunt Trudy George of Orleans, Nebraska.&nbsp; Numerous cousins, 
nieces, nephews, and good friends. He was preceded in death by his 
parents, stepmother Zona George, uncles Eldon George and wife Bonnie, 
Lawrence George and wife Verna, Aunt Lurlene Lake and husband Herbert. A
 celebration of David’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, 
January 21, 2023, at the Paradise Gymnasium in Paradise, Kansas.&nbsp; Family
 will greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to 
the Lions Club Scholarship Fund and sent in care of the mortuary to 610 
N. Maple St., Russell, Kansas 67665.&nbsp; Cremation has been selected by the
 family.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma, Kansas, 
is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

David A. George

Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation&nbsp;Center&nbsp;in Salina, Kansas.

A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in&nbsp;Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 9&nbsp;A.M. to&nbsp;7&nbsp;P.M.&nbsp;on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the mortuary. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service. &nbsp;A private burial will take place after the service at the Russell&nbsp;City Cemetery. &nbsp;

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is&nbsp;in charge of the funeral service arrangements

Janet Dee Flickinger, 81, of Salina, Kansas, died on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation&nbsp;Center&nbsp;in Salina, Kansas.A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in&nbsp;Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 9&nbsp;A.M. to&nbsp;7&nbsp;P.M.&nbsp;on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the mortuary. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service. &nbsp;A private burial will take place after the service at the Russell&nbsp;City Cemetery. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is&nbsp;in charge of the funeral service arrangements

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