Judy Lee (Cornett) Schmidt, 69, passed away on January 1, 2023, at Hays 
Medical Center. Judy was born on April 24, 1953, to Lloyd and Ada 
(Elshire) Cornett in Colby, KS. She graduated from Colby High School in 
1971. Judy attended Kansas State University and graduated with a degree 
in Home Economics. She taught for a year before moving to Chicago, 
Illinois to be a dietary aid in a hospital. In 1984 she welcomed the 
birth of her son AJ Cornett. She gave birth to her middle son John 
Schmidt in 1989 and also graduated with her Master’s in social work from
 Kansas State University. In 1990, her youngest son Steven Cornett was 
born. 
Judy spent over 29 years working for DCF in Colby, KS. She spent her 
career making a positive impact in countless lives and serving others. 
Her hard work and selfness were just two of her many traits that people 
respected her for. Upon her retirement in 2018, she was able to spend 
more time with her family and her granddaughter Payton. Judy was able to
 make several cross-country trips with AJ transporting dogs across the 
United States. She would make frequent trips to Oklahoma to spend time 
with her granddaughters and making long lasting memories. Also, in her 
free time she crocheted countless baby blankets and lap blankets for 
family, friends, and residents of the local nursing homes. As 
kindhearted and wonderful of a woman as she was, she may be remembered 
the most for her baked goods. She was well known for her cookies, fudge,
 peanut butter balls, and her famous carrot cake that was requested by 
people in other states on a regular basis. 
Judy was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Ada Cornett and sister Ruth Ann Cornett. 
Judy is survived by her sons, AJ (Violet) Cornett of Colby, KS, John 
(Melissa) Schmidt of Hooker, OK, and Steven Cornett of Broomfield, CO; 
granddaughters, Payton Marie and Charlie LeeAnn of Hooker, OK; sister 
Joyce (Larry) Schroeder of Colby, KS; nephew Scott ( Jie) Schroeder of 
Union City, CA; niece Laura (Tim) Coulter of Colby, KS; six great nieces
 and nephews; and four great-great nieces and nephews. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, 
at the Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to the Denver Rescue Mission, 
NWKS Foundation for Hope, or to the family for the grandchildren’s 
education and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 291, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Judy Lee (Cornett) Schmidt, 69, passed away on January 1, 2023, at Hays 
Medical Center. Judy was born on April 24, 1953, to Lloyd and Ada 
(Elshire) Cornett in Colby, KS. She graduated from Colby High School in 
1971. Judy attended Kansas State University and graduated with a degree 
in Home Economics. She taught for a year before moving to Chicago, 
Illinois to be a dietary aid in a hospital. In 1984 she welcomed the 
birth of her son AJ Cornett. She gave birth to her middle son John 
Schmidt in 1989 and also graduated with her Master’s in social work from
 Kansas State University. In 1990, her youngest son Steven Cornett was 
born. 
Judy spent over 29 years working for DCF in Colby, KS. She spent her 
career making a positive impact in countless lives and serving others. 
Her hard work and selfness were just two of her many traits that people 
respected her for. Upon her retirement in 2018, she was able to spend 
more time with her family and her granddaughter Payton. Judy was able to
 make several cross-country trips with AJ transporting dogs across the 
United States. She would make frequent trips to Oklahoma to spend time 
with her granddaughters and making long lasting memories. Also, in her 
free time she crocheted countless baby blankets and lap blankets for 
family, friends, and residents of the local nursing homes. As 
kindhearted and wonderful of a woman as she was, she may be remembered 
the most for her baked goods. She was well known for her cookies, fudge,
 peanut butter balls, and her famous carrot cake that was requested by 
people in other states on a regular basis. 
Judy was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Ada Cornett and sister Ruth Ann Cornett. 
Judy is survived by her sons, AJ (Violet) Cornett of Colby, KS, John 
(Melissa) Schmidt of Hooker, OK, and Steven Cornett of Broomfield, CO; 
granddaughters, Payton Marie and Charlie LeeAnn of Hooker, OK; sister 
Joyce (Larry) Schroeder of Colby, KS; nephew Scott ( Jie) Schroeder of 
Union City, CA; niece Laura (Tim) Coulter of Colby, KS; six great nieces
 and nephews; and four great-great nieces and nephews. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, 
at the Mortuary. Memorials may be made to the Denver Rescue Mission, 
NWKS Foundation for Hope, or to the family for the grandchildren’s 
education and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 291, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Judy Lee (Cornett) Schmidt

February 27, 1947
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 1, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 1, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.

Refinna L. 'Betty' Keyes

Crescenciano 'Chris' Trejo Jr., 31, died on December 16, 2022, in 
Cumming, Georgia. He was born December 30, 1990, to Crescenciano and 
Norma Trejo (Sandoval) in Garden City, Kansas. Chris attended schools 
in Garden City, Kansas. Chris worked different jobs including 
construction with his grandfather at Sandoval Concrete and installing 
sprinkler systems with his uncles in Georgia. Chris loved to spend time 
with his family, friends; listening to music, having a good time, and 
making people laugh. He had a huge heart, a contagious laugh, and was a 
welcoming person. His family loved him dearly and he will be deeply 
missed. 
He is survived by his Sons-Damian and Xzavyer Trejo; Parents-Norma and 
Crescenciano Trejo; Sisters-Irene Velazco of Kenosha, WI, Christina 
Diaz and Phillip of Kansas City, KS, Patricia Quinonez of Waco, TX, 
Jamie Thomeczek of Fredrick, MD; Brothers -Daniel Quinonez and Brenda of
 El Paso, TX, and Beto Trejo and Brianna of Waco, TX; Maternal 
Grandmother-Martha Sandoval of North Platte; Paternal Grandmother-Ma Del
 Carmen Resendiz Sanchez of Mexico &amp; numerous Aunts, Uncles, 
Nieces, and Nephews. 
He was preceded in death by Maternal Grandfather-Roberto Sandoval; 
Paternal Grandfather-Crescenciano Trejo Zuniga; Uncles-Venancio and 
Esteban Trejo; Aunt-Debria Ray Trejo &amp; Cousins-Esteban Ray Trejo, 
Xavier Nieto, and Alyssa Sandoval. 
Visitation will be held 11:00 am to 8:00 pm with a Rosary from 5:00 to 
6:00 pm on Wednesday January 4, 2023, at Garnand Funeral Home. A Funeral
 Mass will be held 10:30 am, Thursday January 5, 2023, at St Mary 
Catholic Church, 510 N 12 Street, Garden City, KS 67846. Burial will 
follow at Valley View Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Crescenciano 'Chris' Trejo Jr., 31, died on December 16, 2022, in 
Cumming, Georgia. He was born December 30, 1990, to Crescenciano and 
Norma Trejo (Sandoval) in Garden City, Kansas. Chris attended schools 
in Garden City, Kansas. Chris worked different jobs including 
construction with his grandfather at Sandoval Concrete and installing 
sprinkler systems with his uncles in Georgia. Chris loved to spend time 
with his family, friends; listening to music, having a good time, and 
making people laugh. He had a huge heart, a contagious laugh, and was a 
welcoming person. His family loved him dearly and he will be deeply 
missed. 
He is survived by his Sons-Damian and Xzavyer Trejo; Parents-Norma and 
Crescenciano Trejo; Sisters-Irene Velazco of Kenosha, WI, Christina 
Diaz and Phillip of Kansas City, KS, Patricia Quinonez of Waco, TX, 
Jamie Thomeczek of Fredrick, MD; Brothers -Daniel Quinonez and Brenda of
 El Paso, TX, and Beto Trejo and Brianna of Waco, TX; Maternal 
Grandmother-Martha Sandoval of North Platte; Paternal Grandmother-Ma Del
 Carmen Resendiz Sanchez of Mexico &amp; numerous Aunts, Uncles, 
Nieces, and Nephews. 
He was preceded in death by Maternal Grandfather-Roberto Sandoval; 
Paternal Grandfather-Crescenciano Trejo Zuniga; Uncles-Venancio and 
Esteban Trejo; Aunt-Debria Ray Trejo &amp; Cousins-Esteban Ray Trejo, 
Xavier Nieto, and Alyssa Sandoval. 
Visitation will be held 11:00 am to 8:00 pm with a Rosary from 5:00 to 
6:00 pm on Wednesday January 4, 2023, at Garnand Funeral Home. A Funeral
 Mass will be held 10:30 am, Thursday January 5, 2023, at St Mary 
Catholic Church, 510 N 12 Street, Garden City, KS 67846. Burial will 
follow at Valley View Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Crescenciano 'Chris' Trejo Jr. (1990 - 2022)

Raymond Gene Heikes, 76, of Lenora, KS passed away December 31, 2022,&nbsp; at the Norton County Hospital. He was born May 10, 1946, in Norton, KS to
 Kenneth and Eula (Goldsby) Heikes.

Raymond grew up on a farm 
northwest of Lenora. He attended Lenora Grade School and graduated in 
1964 from Lenora High School. He joined the Army National Guard in 1964 
and served until 1970. Raymond married Rhonda Snyder on September 4, 
1966. He was a farmer and had many business ventures throughout his 
life. He did woodworking and attended craft shows, traveling to five 
states, he had a Pole Frame Building Business, and then he and Rhonda 
have owned the County Corner Grocery Store in Lenora for 31 years. 
Raymond was a 4-H leader for woodworking and was a member of the IOOF 
Lodge and Eagles Lodge. He was a volunteer fireman for the Lenora Rural 
Fire Dept. for at least 25 years and served as the Mayor of Lenora for 
many years.

Raymond is survived by his wife, Rhonda of the home; 
daughter, Kendra Haun of Lenora, KS; grandsons, Justin (Emmy) Heikes of 
Lenora and Cameron (Hunter) Heikes of Rollo, MO, Trent (Rayna) Merchant 
of Keithville, LA; great granddaughters, RosaLee and Paxtyn; 
brother-in-law, Barry Snyder of Morrison, CO; sister-in-law, Joan Snyder
 of Oklahoma City, OK, and two special nieces. He was preceded in death 
by his parents, Kenneth and Eula Heikes; brother, Robert Heikes; son, 
Todd Heikes; great granddaughter, Maeven Heikes and brother-in-law, Don 
Snyder.

Cremation was chosen and service times are pending. 


Memorial contributions may be made to the Raymond Heikes Memorial Fund 
and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., 
Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Raymond Gene Heikes, 76, of Lenora, KS passed away December 31, 2022,&nbsp; at the Norton County Hospital. He was born May 10, 1946, in Norton, KS to
 Kenneth and Eula (Goldsby) Heikes.Raymond grew up on a farm 
northwest of Lenora. He attended Lenora Grade School and graduated in 
1964 from Lenora High School. He joined the Army National Guard in 1964 
and served until 1970. Raymond married Rhonda Snyder on September 4, 
1966. He was a farmer and had many business ventures throughout his 
life. He did woodworking and attended craft shows, traveling to five 
states, he had a Pole Frame Building Business, and then he and Rhonda 
have owned the County Corner Grocery Store in Lenora for 31 years. 
Raymond was a 4-H leader for woodworking and was a member of the IOOF 
Lodge and Eagles Lodge. He was a volunteer fireman for the Lenora Rural 
Fire Dept. for at least 25 years and served as the Mayor of Lenora for 
many years.Raymond is survived by his wife, Rhonda of the home; 
daughter, Kendra Haun of Lenora, KS; grandsons, Justin (Emmy) Heikes of 
Lenora and Cameron (Hunter) Heikes of Rollo, MO, Trent (Rayna) Merchant 
of Keithville, LA; great granddaughters, RosaLee and Paxtyn; 
brother-in-law, Barry Snyder of Morrison, CO; sister-in-law, Joan Snyder
 of Oklahoma City, OK, and two special nieces. He was preceded in death 
by his parents, Kenneth and Eula Heikes; brother, Robert Heikes; son, 
Todd Heikes; great granddaughter, Maeven Heikes and brother-in-law, Don 
Snyder.Cremation was chosen and service times are pending. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Raymond Heikes Memorial Fund 
and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., 
Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Raymond Gene Heikes

Ardyus Jean Blickenstaff, age 84, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehab in Smith Center, KS.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Ardyus-Jean-Blickenstaff?obId=26800173#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Ardyus Jean Blickenstaff, age 84, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehab in Smith Center, KS.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Ardyus-Jean-Blickenstaff?obId=26800173#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Ardyus Jean Blickenstaff

Ronald Wayne Frey passed away at his home on December 24, 2022. He was born in Denver, CO on November 30, 1960, the son of Ralph &amp; Fay (Tefft) Frey.

Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

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 </figure>Ronald Wayne Frey passed away at his home on December 24, 2022. He was born in Denver, CO on November 30, 1960, the son of Ralph &amp; Fay (Tefft) Frey.Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

Ronald Wayne Frey

Shirley Hagans, 91, longtime resident of rural Utica, Kansas passed 
away December 16, 2022, in Southlake, Texas.&nbsp; She was born February 18, 
1931, outside Utica in Ness County to Thomas F. Jr., and Alice L. 
(Briggs) Mitten.

Shirley married Don Hagans on Jan. 14, 1951, in Dighton, Kansas.&nbsp; 
After serving in the Army, the young family settled on the Hagans’ farm 
outside Utica in Lane County, where they lived until Don’s passing in 
2012.&nbsp; In 2013, Shirley relocated to the Southlake, Texas area to be 
near family, but always considered the farm to be her home.&nbsp; Shirley was
 proceeded in death by her husband, parents, an infant son Charles, her 
sister Rita Mitten, and her brother Robert Mitten.

Surviving Shirley are: daughter Beckie (John) Underwood of Southlake,
 Texas and son Tracey (Debbie) Hagans of Utica, Kansas; grandchildren 
Cassie Underwood, Whitney (Patrick) Reynolds, Colby Hagans, and Katelyn 
(Lane) Giess; great-grandchildren Brady and Weston; sister Rondy 
(Russell) Haug and many nieces, nephews, friends and her faithful 
beloved four-legged companion, Pup.

Shirley was a talented homemaker and rancher.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking, 
gardening, sewing, carpentry, bowling, golf, and traveling with Don to 
rodeos and steer ropings.&nbsp; Shirley owned her own pasture and her 
cattle were branded with the “Sh” brand.&nbsp; She valued the lifelong 
friendships made over the many years pursuing these varied interests.

Shirley will be remembered for her independence, perseverance, and 
creativity, not to mention her delicious pies, and often requested 
breakfast and dinner rolls.&nbsp; Her family will never forget the life 
lessons she taught us through her work ethic and generosity.

Fitzgerald Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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 </figure>Shirley Hagans, 91, longtime resident of rural Utica, Kansas passed 
away December 16, 2022, in Southlake, Texas.&nbsp; She was born February 18, 
1931, outside Utica in Ness County to Thomas F. Jr., and Alice L. 
(Briggs) Mitten.Shirley married Don Hagans on Jan. 14, 1951, in Dighton, Kansas.&nbsp; 
After serving in the Army, the young family settled on the Hagans’ farm 
outside Utica in Lane County, where they lived until Don’s passing in 
2012.&nbsp; In 2013, Shirley relocated to the Southlake, Texas area to be 
near family, but always considered the farm to be her home.&nbsp; Shirley was
 proceeded in death by her husband, parents, an infant son Charles, her 
sister Rita Mitten, and her brother Robert Mitten.Surviving Shirley are: daughter Beckie (John) Underwood of Southlake,
 Texas and son Tracey (Debbie) Hagans of Utica, Kansas; grandchildren 
Cassie Underwood, Whitney (Patrick) Reynolds, Colby Hagans, and Katelyn 
(Lane) Giess; great-grandchildren Brady and Weston; sister Rondy 
(Russell) Haug and many nieces, nephews, friends and her faithful 
beloved four-legged companion, Pup.Shirley was a talented homemaker and rancher.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking, 
gardening, sewing, carpentry, bowling, golf, and traveling with Don to 
rodeos and steer ropings.&nbsp; Shirley owned her own pasture and her 
cattle were branded with the “Sh” brand.&nbsp; She valued the lifelong 
friendships made over the many years pursuing these varied interests.Shirley will be remembered for her independence, perseverance, and 
creativity, not to mention her delicious pies, and often requested 
breakfast and dinner rolls.&nbsp; Her family will never forget the life 
lessons she taught us through her work ethic and generosity.Fitzgerald Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Shirley Hagans

Felix J. Salsedo, 77, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at his home in 
Garden City, Kansas. He was born May 3, 1945, in Hayward, California, the
 son of Felix D. and Virginia (Ramos) Salsedo. He married Olivia Franco 
in Garden City, Kansas on September 27th, 2000, at First Assembly of 
God. 
Mr. Salsedo was a loving friend to all who knew him. He was a dedicated
 member of Lakin Assembly of God, serving as a greeter for many years. 
He had worked at Tyson for 19 years and had retired in 2012. He enjoyed 
riding his motorcycle, cooking and grilling with his wife, watching his 
grandkids grow up and was an avid Raiders fan. He is an example of 
Christ's redeeming grace. He was a hardened man, who's heart was melted 
by the touch of Jesus. His life changed dramatically in 1992 in Tyrone, 
Oklahoma , at Cornerstone Church. When he found Jesus it gave him a 
whole new structure in his life. He knew that God would never forsake 
him nor leave him. 
Survivors include his Wife-Olivia Salsedo and their Children-BriAna 
(James) Davis of Garden City, KS and their Children-Yoeli, Elisha, 
Azalee &amp; Ezekiel; Abram Sanchez of Lakin, KS; Tomas Sanchez (Andie) 
of Derby, KS and their Children-Judah, Zion and Lyla; Son from his 
second Wife -Nancy (she preceded him in death in 1998), TC McDonald 
(Danace) of Colby, KS and their Children-Clae, Jordan and Kainin; Other 
Children-Nick Salsedo, Mark Salsedo, Phillip Salsedo and Elisa Valdes; 
Siblings- Andrew (JoAnn) Salsedo, Robert Salsedo, Mary Blaylock, Nancy 
Herrera, Shirley Salsedo; Numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren 
and several other Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law &amp; many Nieces 
and Nephews whom he loved fiercely. 
Visitation will be held 12:00-7:00 pm Thursday January 5, 2023, at 
Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City. A Funeral Service will be held 
11:00 am Friday January 6, 2023, at Lakin Assembly of God in Lakin, 
Kansas with Pastor Rafael Franco officiating. Burial will take place at a
 later date.

 The family suggests memorials to The Felix Salsedo 
Memorial Fund in Care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City, 412 N 7th 
Street, Garden City, KS. 67846

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 </figure>Felix J. Salsedo, 77, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at his home in 
Garden City, Kansas. He was born May 3, 1945, in Hayward, California, the
 son of Felix D. and Virginia (Ramos) Salsedo. He married Olivia Franco 
in Garden City, Kansas on September 27th, 2000, at First Assembly of 
God. 
Mr. Salsedo was a loving friend to all who knew him. He was a dedicated
 member of Lakin Assembly of God, serving as a greeter for many years. 
He had worked at Tyson for 19 years and had retired in 2012. He enjoyed 
riding his motorcycle, cooking and grilling with his wife, watching his 
grandkids grow up and was an avid Raiders fan. He is an example of 
Christ's redeeming grace. He was a hardened man, who's heart was melted 
by the touch of Jesus. His life changed dramatically in 1992 in Tyrone, 
Oklahoma , at Cornerstone Church. When he found Jesus it gave him a 
whole new structure in his life. He knew that God would never forsake 
him nor leave him. 
Survivors include his Wife-Olivia Salsedo and their Children-BriAna 
(James) Davis of Garden City, KS and their Children-Yoeli, Elisha, 
Azalee &amp; Ezekiel; Abram Sanchez of Lakin, KS; Tomas Sanchez (Andie) 
of Derby, KS and their Children-Judah, Zion and Lyla; Son from his 
second Wife -Nancy (she preceded him in death in 1998), TC McDonald 
(Danace) of Colby, KS and their Children-Clae, Jordan and Kainin; Other 
Children-Nick Salsedo, Mark Salsedo, Phillip Salsedo and Elisa Valdes; 
Siblings- Andrew (JoAnn) Salsedo, Robert Salsedo, Mary Blaylock, Nancy 
Herrera, Shirley Salsedo; Numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren 
and several other Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law &amp; many Nieces 
and Nephews whom he loved fiercely. 
Visitation will be held 12:00-7:00 pm Thursday January 5, 2023, at 
Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City. A Funeral Service will be held 
11:00 am Friday January 6, 2023, at Lakin Assembly of God in Lakin, 
Kansas with Pastor Rafael Franco officiating. Burial will take place at a
 later date. The family suggests memorials to The Felix Salsedo 
Memorial Fund in Care of Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City, 412 N 7th 
Street, Garden City, KS. 67846

Felix J. Salsedo

Phyllis Darlene See, age 91, passed away on Friday, December 30, 
2022, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. She was born 
on August 4, 1931, in Brighton, Colorado, to Oliver J. And Iva Presse 
Welburn. A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1976&nbsp; moving from 
Ingalls, Kansas. She was a secretary and bookkeeper as well as a 
homemaker.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City and a member of the American Baptist Women’s Association.

On September 3, 1953, Phyllis married Walter A. See in Denver, Colorado. He passed away on May 21, 2009.

Survivors include her four sons, &nbsp;Greg &amp; Linda See of Leoti, 
Kansas, Doug &amp; Bert See of Collinsville, Oklahoma, Rich &amp; Loaire
 See of Scott City, Kansas, Scott &amp; Aleta See of Scott City, Kansas,
 one brother Marvin &amp; Connie Welburn of Loveland, Colorado, three 
sisters Arlys Hockaday of Longmont, Colorado, Karie Shelton of Missoula,
 Montana, Sandy &amp; Bob Carlson of Longmont, Colorado, six 
grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and five great 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Walter, two grandchildren, Jessica and Lucas.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023
 at Pence Community Church in Scott City, Kansas (8911 W. Rd 270) with 
the Pastor Don Williams presiding. Funeral services will be live 
streamed at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.priceandsons.com/">www.priceandsons.com</a>.

Memorials can be written to the Park Lane Nursing Home in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, and 
10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home 401
 S. Washington Street, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Phyllis Darlene See, age 91, passed away on Friday, December 30, 
2022, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. She was born 
on August 4, 1931, in Brighton, Colorado, to Oliver J. And Iva Presse 
Welburn. A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1976&nbsp; moving from 
Ingalls, Kansas. She was a secretary and bookkeeper as well as a 
homemaker.She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City and a member of the American Baptist Women’s Association.On September 3, 1953, Phyllis married Walter A. See in Denver, Colorado. He passed away on May 21, 2009.Survivors include her four sons, &nbsp;Greg &amp; Linda See of Leoti, 
Kansas, Doug &amp; Bert See of Collinsville, Oklahoma, Rich &amp; Loaire
 See of Scott City, Kansas, Scott &amp; Aleta See of Scott City, Kansas,
 one brother Marvin &amp; Connie Welburn of Loveland, Colorado, three 
sisters Arlys Hockaday of Longmont, Colorado, Karie Shelton of Missoula,
 Montana, Sandy &amp; Bob Carlson of Longmont, Colorado, six 
grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and five great 
great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Walter, two grandchildren, Jessica and Lucas.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023
 at Pence Community Church in Scott City, Kansas (8911 W. Rd 270) with 
the Pastor Don Williams presiding. Funeral services will be live 
streamed at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.priceandsons.com/">www.priceandsons.com</a>.Memorials can be written to the Park Lane Nursing Home in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, and 
10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home 401
 S. Washington Street, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Phyllis Darlene See

Lonnie Lynn Ehrlich, 65, died December 30, 2022, at Clara Barton 
Hospital ER, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born October 13, 1957, in 
Russell, Kansas, the son of Royce M. and Lila J. (Ochs) Ehrlich.&nbsp; Lonnie
 graduated Hoisington High School in 1975.

He married Denise Beneteau in December of 1987, they later divorced.

Lonnie resided in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, but was often found at the 
family farm in Hoisington. He worked for KDOT as a supervisor for 33 
years, recently retiring in 2020.&nbsp; Lonnie was baptized and confirmed at 
Emmanuel Lutheran Church, where he currently attended. A motorcycle 
enthusiast, he enjoyed outings on his Harley Davidson. He also enjoyed 
metal detecting, often finding artifacts and coins to add to his 
collection.&nbsp; Mostly he loved his family and spending time with his three
 grandchildren.

He is survived by his children; Cory Ehrlich and wife Traci of 
Hoisington, George Ehrlich of Russell, and Kylie Heller and husband 
Clint of Hunter; sisters, Jolene Ehrlich of Arkansas City, Karla Newport
 of Great Bend, and RoxAnn Reiser and husband Douglas of Great Bend; and
 his three grandchildren, Essie Jean Heller, Samuel Ehrlich, and Hayden 
Heller.

He was preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife, Denise Ehrlich, and a brother-in-law, Kent Newport.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Thursday, January 5th, 
2023, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, with Rhonda Templing, SAM presiding. A
 private family burial will be held in Sylvan Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church,
 in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

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 </figure>Lonnie Lynn Ehrlich, 65, died December 30, 2022, at Clara Barton 
Hospital ER, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born October 13, 1957, in 
Russell, Kansas, the son of Royce M. and Lila J. (Ochs) Ehrlich.&nbsp; Lonnie
 graduated Hoisington High School in 1975.He married Denise Beneteau in December of 1987, they later divorced.Lonnie resided in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, but was often found at the 
family farm in Hoisington. He worked for KDOT as a supervisor for 33 
years, recently retiring in 2020.&nbsp; Lonnie was baptized and confirmed at 
Emmanuel Lutheran Church, where he currently attended. A motorcycle 
enthusiast, he enjoyed outings on his Harley Davidson. He also enjoyed 
metal detecting, often finding artifacts and coins to add to his 
collection.&nbsp; Mostly he loved his family and spending time with his three
 grandchildren.He is survived by his children; Cory Ehrlich and wife Traci of 
Hoisington, George Ehrlich of Russell, and Kylie Heller and husband 
Clint of Hunter; sisters, Jolene Ehrlich of Arkansas City, Karla Newport
 of Great Bend, and RoxAnn Reiser and husband Douglas of Great Bend; and
 his three grandchildren, Essie Jean Heller, Samuel Ehrlich, and Hayden 
Heller.He was preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife, Denise Ehrlich, and a brother-in-law, Kent Newport.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Thursday, January 5th, 
2023, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, with Rhonda Templing, SAM presiding. A
 private family burial will be held in Sylvan Grove Cemetery.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church,
 in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

Lonnie Lynn Ehrlich

Ted C. Lincoln, age 48, passed away on December 28, 2022, at his home in Smith Center, KS.  He was born the son of Theodore &amp; Martha Lincoln on March 20, 1974.

Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.&nbsp;

Ted C. Lincoln, age 48, passed away on December 28, 2022, at his home in Smith Center, KS. He was born the son of Theodore &amp; Martha Lincoln on March 20, 1974.Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.&nbsp;

Ted C. Lincoln

Clifford Harry Winters, 78, passed away on December 
29, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born September 29, 
1944, in Concordia, KS to Mark and Mabel Winters. Cliff attended school 
in Aurora and graduated from Miltonvale in 1962.

Clifford was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Ron, 
Dave and Nick, special Aunt Mildred Wren, and first wife, Veronica.

Survivors include wife Sandy, of the home; daughter Kami (Rodney) 
Sansom of Densmore, KS; Sons Rick (Denise) Winters of Waverly, NE; Tom 
(Tammy) Winters of Plainville, KS; Matt (Patti) Winters of Lincoln, KS; 
step-son Rick (Jan) Upshaw of Hutchinson, KS and step-daughter Lisa 
Upshaw of Salina, KS; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Cliff enjoyed fishing, sporting events, working on clocks and 
woodworking. He worked as a farmhand for Diedrick Farms in Tescott, KS. 
He was a mechanic for Wilson Construction and Construction Rental.

In retirement he helped deliver Meals on Wheels, delivered books for 
the library, volunteered at the Smoky Hill Museum, Friends of the Animal
 Shelter, and visiting family and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary, with 
family present from 4-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January
 4, 2023, at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Salina, KS at
 10 a.m. Burial will follow at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Friends of Salina Animal Shelter.

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 </figure>Clifford Harry Winters, 78, passed away on December 
29, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born September 29, 
1944, in Concordia, KS to Mark and Mabel Winters. Cliff attended school 
in Aurora and graduated from Miltonvale in 1962.Clifford was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Ron, 
Dave and Nick, special Aunt Mildred Wren, and first wife, Veronica.Survivors include wife Sandy, of the home; daughter Kami (Rodney) 
Sansom of Densmore, KS; Sons Rick (Denise) Winters of Waverly, NE; Tom 
(Tammy) Winters of Plainville, KS; Matt (Patti) Winters of Lincoln, KS; 
step-son Rick (Jan) Upshaw of Hutchinson, KS and step-daughter Lisa 
Upshaw of Salina, KS; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.Cliff enjoyed fishing, sporting events, working on clocks and 
woodworking. He worked as a farmhand for Diedrick Farms in Tescott, KS. 
He was a mechanic for Wilson Construction and Construction Rental.In retirement he helped deliver Meals on Wheels, delivered books for 
the library, volunteered at the Smoky Hill Museum, Friends of the Animal
 Shelter, and visiting family and friends.Visitation will be Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023, at Ryan Mortuary, with 
family present from 4-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January
 4, 2023, at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Salina, KS at
 10 a.m. Burial will follow at a later date.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Friends of Salina Animal Shelter.

Clifford Harry Winters

Maxine Leigh Salmans, 94, passed away December 30, 2022, at Hodgeman County Long Term Care Center, Jetmore.

She was born December 29, 1928, in Hodgeman County, the daughter of Malcolm John and Ida Mae Gasgill McKibbin.

A lifetime area resident, she was a homemaker and a Fashion 
Two-Twenty Franchise Owner. She was a member of Hanston Baptist Church, 
member and past president of the VFW Auxiliary, Cub Scout leader, and 
enjoyed sewing and reading.

On September 11, 1945, she married Frank Junior Salmans at Dodge City; he preceded her in death on April 10, 2015.

Survivors include: two sons, Jay (Jeanne) Salmans, Montezuma, Lane 
(Lisa) Salmans, Gruver, Texas; son-in-law, Jim Byrum, Dodge City; two 
daugthers-in-law, Cetra Salmans, Hays, Danetta Salmans, Hanston; 
sister-in-law Joanne McKibbin, Jetmore; thirteen grandchildren, 
thirty-one great grandchildren, and fourteen great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: two sons, Terry Salmans, Marc Salmans; 
daughter, Janet Byrum; three brothers, Willard McKibbin, Raymond 
McKibbin, Malcolm McKibbin; three sisters, Vada Humphreys, Vera Shiew, 
Irene Newsom; and two great grandsons, Gunner Stedje and Jens Stedje.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Hanston
 Baptist Church, Hanston, with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding. Visitation
 will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, January 2, 2023, at Beckwith 
Funeral Home, Jetmore. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.

Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County Health Center ISB in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.

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 </figure>Maxine Leigh Salmans, 94, passed away December 30, 2022, at Hodgeman County Long Term Care Center, Jetmore.She was born December 29, 1928, in Hodgeman County, the daughter of Malcolm John and Ida Mae Gasgill McKibbin.A lifetime area resident, she was a homemaker and a Fashion 
Two-Twenty Franchise Owner. She was a member of Hanston Baptist Church, 
member and past president of the VFW Auxiliary, Cub Scout leader, and 
enjoyed sewing and reading.On September 11, 1945, she married Frank Junior Salmans at Dodge City; he preceded her in death on April 10, 2015.Survivors include: two sons, Jay (Jeanne) Salmans, Montezuma, Lane 
(Lisa) Salmans, Gruver, Texas; son-in-law, Jim Byrum, Dodge City; two 
daugthers-in-law, Cetra Salmans, Hays, Danetta Salmans, Hanston; 
sister-in-law Joanne McKibbin, Jetmore; thirteen grandchildren, 
thirty-one great grandchildren, and fourteen great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: two sons, Terry Salmans, Marc Salmans; 
daughter, Janet Byrum; three brothers, Willard McKibbin, Raymond 
McKibbin, Malcolm McKibbin; three sisters, Vada Humphreys, Vera Shiew, 
Irene Newsom; and two great grandsons, Gunner Stedje and Jens Stedje.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Hanston
 Baptist Church, Hanston, with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding. Visitation
 will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, January 2, 2023, at Beckwith 
Funeral Home, Jetmore. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County Health Center ISB in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.

Maxine Leigh Salmans

Delores Jane Hertel, 88, Schoenchen, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at Via Christi.

She was born August 2, 1934 in 
La Crosse, the daughter of Albinus and Bertha (Randa) Munch.&nbsp;&nbsp;She 
graduated from Schoenchen High School, and on October 24, 1953, was 
united in marriage to Joseph Hertel at St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp;They later divorced.&nbsp;&nbsp;Delores was an assembly worker at Travenol 
for many years, and her memberships included St. Anthony Catholic Church
 in Schoenchen and the St. Anthony Altar Society Christian Mothers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her
 hobbies included playing cards and games, crossword puzzles, watching 
gameshows and KU basketball games.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved dancing, especially polka 
dancing, her summer flowers, sitting outside, trips to the casino in 
Dodge City, and dining out on weekends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Faith and family were most 
important to Delores and she always enjoyed when family was together, 
cooking them delicious German meals, and making beautiful quilts for her
 grandchildren.

Survivors include her three sons: Glen 
Hertel and wife Kathy of Ellinwood, Rex Hertel of Schoenchen, and 
Jeffrey Hertel and wife Becky of Salina, three daughters: Jolene 
Zimmerman of La Crosse, Becky Wachs and husband Curt of Hays, and Karen 
Spanier and friend Mike “Ziggy” Siegler of Groton, SD, 13 grandchildren:
 Lyndsae Schoenthaler and husband Derek, Jesse Wahlmeier and wife Karyl,
 Jill Suchy and husband Travis, Jason Wahlmeier and wife Kelsie, Amber 
Hertel, Derek Hertel, Megan Hertel, Lance Zimmerman and wife Andria, 
Kyle Zimmerman and wife Sara, Bryce Wachs and wife Traci, Brooks Wachs, 
Raelyn Buscho and husband Cole, and Brandon Spanier and wife Melissa, 
and 21 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother: Earl J. Munsch, and a son-in-law: Loran Zimmerman.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with
 Fr. Curtis Carlson, O.F.M. Cap. officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment will follow in 
St. Anthony Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm 
until 8:00 on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Thursday at 
church.&nbsp;&nbsp;A combined Altar Society Christian Mothers and Daughters of 
Isabella Rosary will be at 6:30 pm followed by a vigil service at 7:00 
pm, both on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, 
memorials are suggested to St. Anthony Church, St. Anthony Cemetery, or 
to Relay for Life of Ellis County. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Delores 
may be shared with her family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Delores Jane Hertel, 88, Schoenchen, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at Via Christi.She was born August 2, 1934 in 
La Crosse, the daughter of Albinus and Bertha (Randa) Munch.&nbsp;&nbsp;She 
graduated from Schoenchen High School, and on October 24, 1953, was 
united in marriage to Joseph Hertel at St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp;They later divorced.&nbsp;&nbsp;Delores was an assembly worker at Travenol 
for many years, and her memberships included St. Anthony Catholic Church
 in Schoenchen and the St. Anthony Altar Society Christian Mothers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her
 hobbies included playing cards and games, crossword puzzles, watching 
gameshows and KU basketball games.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved dancing, especially polka 
dancing, her summer flowers, sitting outside, trips to the casino in 
Dodge City, and dining out on weekends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Faith and family were most 
important to Delores and she always enjoyed when family was together, 
cooking them delicious German meals, and making beautiful quilts for her
 grandchildren.Survivors include her three sons: Glen 
Hertel and wife Kathy of Ellinwood, Rex Hertel of Schoenchen, and 
Jeffrey Hertel and wife Becky of Salina, three daughters: Jolene 
Zimmerman of La Crosse, Becky Wachs and husband Curt of Hays, and Karen 
Spanier and friend Mike “Ziggy” Siegler of Groton, SD, 13 grandchildren:
 Lyndsae Schoenthaler and husband Derek, Jesse Wahlmeier and wife Karyl,
 Jill Suchy and husband Travis, Jason Wahlmeier and wife Kelsie, Amber 
Hertel, Derek Hertel, Megan Hertel, Lance Zimmerman and wife Andria, 
Kyle Zimmerman and wife Sara, Bryce Wachs and wife Traci, Brooks Wachs, 
Raelyn Buscho and husband Cole, and Brandon Spanier and wife Melissa, 
and 21 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother: Earl J. Munsch, and a son-in-law: Loran Zimmerman.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with
 Fr. Curtis Carlson, O.F.M. Cap. officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment will follow in 
St. Anthony Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm 
until 8:00 on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Thursday at 
church.&nbsp;&nbsp;A combined Altar Society Christian Mothers and Daughters of 
Isabella Rosary will be at 6:30 pm followed by a vigil service at 7:00 
pm, both on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, 
memorials are suggested to St. Anthony Church, St. Anthony Cemetery, or 
to Relay for Life of Ellis County. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Delores 
may be shared with her family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Delores Jane Hertel

Richard D. Bronson, 78, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022.

He was born in Duluth, Minnesota, on October 8, 1944. He grew up in 
Kensington, Kansas, and graduated from Kensington High School. Dick then
 went on to barbering school in Greensburg, Kansas. From 1965 to 1969, 
he served in the United States Navy.

In 1970, he married Carla Schick, and they made their home in Salina.
 Dick was a barber up until he and his business partner started a 
flooring business.

Dick enjoyed going to the lake, golfing, watching sports, playing cards, being a jokester, and making people laugh.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Myrtle Bronson; 
wife, Carla Bronson; sister, Bobbie Johnson; and granddaughter, Paige 
Peterson.

Dick is survived by his daughters, Melissa Bronson and Melanie 
Peterson; granddaughters, Kayla Arthur (Daz), Jayme Dawson, and McKenna 
Peterson; great- grandson, Paxton (Little Buddy); sister, Dixie Rietzke 
(Jerry); and nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 7, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th, Salina KS.

Memorials can be made to the family in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Per Dick’s request an afterparty at Chuck’s (600 N Santa Fe Ave, Salina) will take place immediately after the service.

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 </figure>Richard D. Bronson, 78, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022.He was born in Duluth, Minnesota, on October 8, 1944. He grew up in 
Kensington, Kansas, and graduated from Kensington High School. Dick then
 went on to barbering school in Greensburg, Kansas. From 1965 to 1969, 
he served in the United States Navy.In 1970, he married Carla Schick, and they made their home in Salina.
 Dick was a barber up until he and his business partner started a 
flooring business.Dick enjoyed going to the lake, golfing, watching sports, playing cards, being a jokester, and making people laugh.He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Myrtle Bronson; 
wife, Carla Bronson; sister, Bobbie Johnson; and granddaughter, Paige 
Peterson.Dick is survived by his daughters, Melissa Bronson and Melanie 
Peterson; granddaughters, Kayla Arthur (Daz), Jayme Dawson, and McKenna 
Peterson; great- grandson, Paxton (Little Buddy); sister, Dixie Rietzke 
(Jerry); and nieces and nephews.A Celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 7, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th, Salina KS.Memorials can be made to the family in care of Ryan Mortuary.Per Dick’s request an afterparty at Chuck’s (600 N Santa Fe Ave, Salina) will take place immediately after the service.

Richard D. Bronson

Billye
 June (Clark) Yowell was born on July 22, 1935, in Penokee, KS and died 
on December 27, 2022, at her home in Delphos KS. Billye was the seventh 
child of ten to John and Margaret Clark. She attended school in Hill 
City graduating in 1953.

In
 1955, Billye married Raymond Miles Yowell Jr. To this union there were 
four children: Debra, Charles (Chuck), Clark (Brad) and Rhonda. The 
family lived on a farm 13 miles north of Ellis and Billye worked at the 
Ellis Co-Op Hardware Store. Billye and Raymond were divorced in 1986.

In 1988, Billye married Dr. Donald Wayne Yowell (Doc) from Delphos. She assisted Doc in his Dental Office up to retirement.

Billye
 was preceded in death by her parents John and Margaret Clark, 
mother-in-law, Doris Yowell, sister, Enid Otis; brothers, Douglas Clark 
(Valta), Charles Clark (Ann), Dwight Clark (Marcene), and Maurice 
(JoAnn) Clark; brother-in-laws, Merle Hilburn and Thomas (Pete) Miller. 
She also was preceded in death by her son, Charles (Chuck) Yowell.

Billye
 is survived by her husband, Dr. Donald Yowell of the home; daughter, 
Debra Summers (Donald); grandson, Derick (Dayna) Summers with 
great-grandchildren, Braxton, Kinsley, and Adley and son Kyle Summers 
all of Hill City; daughter, Rhonda Newell (Brian) of Damar; 
grandchildren, Brock Newell (Stormy); great-granddaughter, Emory of 
Great Bend; grandson, Jayce Newell of Damar; daughter, Kali Newell of 
Topeka and Kolt Newell (Kate) with great-granddaughter, Stella of 
Overland Park; son, Brad of Goodland.

Billye
 is also survived by sisters, Marles Miller of Locus Grove, Virginia, 
Shirley Hilburn of Hill City, Patty (Verlin) Covalt of Riley; brother, 
John Clark Jr. (Carol) of Hoisington; and numerous cousins, nieces, and 
nephews.

She
 also is survived by stepdaughter, Ann Ballinger (Yowell) of Wichita; 
step Grandchildren, J.J. Pieschl (Angie) of Wichita, Jeff Pieschl 
(Stacy) of Mulvane, Ryan Pieschl (Meaghan) of Boise Idaho, Marleatta 
Harris (Brennan) of Goddard, and Nichole Lozada (Yamir) of Belaire; 
stepdaughter Doni (Fred) Michels of Salina; step-grandchildren, Dawn 
Mesecher Smith of Salina and Mark Mesecher Jr. (Cheyenne) of 
Minneapolis; stepson Glenn (Nancy) Yowell of Iowa City Iowa; 
step-grandchildren, Hanna Yowell of New York City, NY, and Andrew and 
Nicholas Yowell; 17 great-grandchildren; and six 
great-great-step-grandchildren.

A
 celebration of Billye’s life will be at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 3, 
2023, at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 
67467. Memorials may be made to the Downs Care and Rehabilitation at 
1218 Kansas Street, Downs KS 67437.

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 </figure>Billye
 June (Clark) Yowell was born on July 22, 1935, in Penokee, KS and died 
on December 27, 2022, at her home in Delphos KS. Billye was the seventh 
child of ten to John and Margaret Clark. She attended school in Hill 
City graduating in 1953.In
 1955, Billye married Raymond Miles Yowell Jr. To this union there were 
four children: Debra, Charles (Chuck), Clark (Brad) and Rhonda. The 
family lived on a farm 13 miles north of Ellis and Billye worked at the 
Ellis Co-Op Hardware Store. Billye and Raymond were divorced in 1986.In 1988, Billye married Dr. Donald Wayne Yowell (Doc) from Delphos. She assisted Doc in his Dental Office up to retirement.Billye
 was preceded in death by her parents John and Margaret Clark, 
mother-in-law, Doris Yowell, sister, Enid Otis; brothers, Douglas Clark 
(Valta), Charles Clark (Ann), Dwight Clark (Marcene), and Maurice 
(JoAnn) Clark; brother-in-laws, Merle Hilburn and Thomas (Pete) Miller. 
She also was preceded in death by her son, Charles (Chuck) Yowell.Billye
 is survived by her husband, Dr. Donald Yowell of the home; daughter, 
Debra Summers (Donald); grandson, Derick (Dayna) Summers with 
great-grandchildren, Braxton, Kinsley, and Adley and son Kyle Summers 
all of Hill City; daughter, Rhonda Newell (Brian) of Damar; 
grandchildren, Brock Newell (Stormy); great-granddaughter, Emory of 
Great Bend; grandson, Jayce Newell of Damar; daughter, Kali Newell of 
Topeka and Kolt Newell (Kate) with great-granddaughter, Stella of 
Overland Park; son, Brad of Goodland.Billye
 is also survived by sisters, Marles Miller of Locus Grove, Virginia, 
Shirley Hilburn of Hill City, Patty (Verlin) Covalt of Riley; brother, 
John Clark Jr. (Carol) of Hoisington; and numerous cousins, nieces, and 
nephews.She
 also is survived by stepdaughter, Ann Ballinger (Yowell) of Wichita; 
step Grandchildren, J.J. Pieschl (Angie) of Wichita, Jeff Pieschl 
(Stacy) of Mulvane, Ryan Pieschl (Meaghan) of Boise Idaho, Marleatta 
Harris (Brennan) of Goddard, and Nichole Lozada (Yamir) of Belaire; 
stepdaughter Doni (Fred) Michels of Salina; step-grandchildren, Dawn 
Mesecher Smith of Salina and Mark Mesecher Jr. (Cheyenne) of 
Minneapolis; stepson Glenn (Nancy) Yowell of Iowa City Iowa; 
step-grandchildren, Hanna Yowell of New York City, NY, and Andrew and 
Nicholas Yowell; 17 great-grandchildren; and six 
great-great-step-grandchildren.A
 celebration of Billye’s life will be at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 3, 
2023, at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 
67467. Memorials may be made to the Downs Care and Rehabilitation at 
1218 Kansas Street, Downs KS 67437.

Billye June (Clark) Yowell

March 31, 1935
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 December 30, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Robert--B-Moellering?obId=26793574#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>March 31, 1935
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 December 30, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Robert--B-Moellering?obId=26793574#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Robert B. Moellering

Genelda Pha “Nellie” Gumescheimer, 82, passed away December 30, 2022,
 at Ellinwood Country Place Senior Living, Ellinwood, Kan.&nbsp; She was born
 October 26, 1940, in Bazine, Kan., to Fred and Clara (Stieben) Rein, 
Jr. Nellie married Clarence Gumescheimer June 8, 1958, in Bazine. &nbsp;He 
survives.&nbsp;

Nellie, a resident of Great Bend for over 40 years coming from Dodge 
City and Ness City, was passionate about making a loving home for her 
family, especially cherishing time spent with grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.&nbsp; While residing in Ness City, Nellie enjoyed her 
employment at the Style Shop.&nbsp; She was an avid collector of coins and 
Precious Moment figurines, and enjoyed making noodles, embroidery, 
country music, and keeping an immaculate home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include her husband, Clarence, of the home; son, Kevin 
(Andrea McSherry) of Wright, Kan.; daughter, Tammy Hatesohl of 
Manhattan, Kan.; four grandchildren, Nikki Seybert (Rocky), Jared 
Gumescheimer (Camrynn), and Eric Hatesohl (fiancée, Erin LeFever); two 
great grandchildren, Levi and Emersyn Gumescheimer; one step grandson, 
Richard; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by 
three brothers, Cletus, Valis, and Leland Rein; and by sister, Glendoris
 Blattner; and by one step granddaughter, Kayla, and step great 
granddaughter, Aalilyah.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 
2023, Great Bend Cemetery North in Great Bend, with Pastor Joshua Leu 
presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, January
 5, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving friends from
 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be given to First Christian Church, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, KS, 67530.

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 </figure>Genelda Pha “Nellie” Gumescheimer, 82, passed away December 30, 2022,
 at Ellinwood Country Place Senior Living, Ellinwood, Kan.&nbsp; She was born
 October 26, 1940, in Bazine, Kan., to Fred and Clara (Stieben) Rein, 
Jr. Nellie married Clarence Gumescheimer June 8, 1958, in Bazine. &nbsp;He 
survives.&nbsp;Nellie, a resident of Great Bend for over 40 years coming from Dodge 
City and Ness City, was passionate about making a loving home for her 
family, especially cherishing time spent with grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.&nbsp; While residing in Ness City, Nellie enjoyed her 
employment at the Style Shop.&nbsp; She was an avid collector of coins and 
Precious Moment figurines, and enjoyed making noodles, embroidery, 
country music, and keeping an immaculate home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Clarence, of the home; son, Kevin 
(Andrea McSherry) of Wright, Kan.; daughter, Tammy Hatesohl of 
Manhattan, Kan.; four grandchildren, Nikki Seybert (Rocky), Jared 
Gumescheimer (Camrynn), and Eric Hatesohl (fiancée, Erin LeFever); two 
great grandchildren, Levi and Emersyn Gumescheimer; one step grandson, 
Richard; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by 
three brothers, Cletus, Valis, and Leland Rein; and by sister, Glendoris
 Blattner; and by one step granddaughter, Kayla, and step great 
granddaughter, Aalilyah.Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 
2023, Great Bend Cemetery North in Great Bend, with Pastor Joshua Leu 
presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, January
 5, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving friends from
 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to First Christian Church, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, KS, 67530.

Genelda Pha 'Nellie' Gumescheimer

Agra resident Janet Sue Molzahn passed away Friday, December 30, 
2022, at the Mary Lanning Hospital in Hastings, NE.&nbsp; She was 73.

Janet was born November 28, 1949, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of Robert and Naomi (Mace) Perkins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Richard and David Shearer.

Survivors include her husband George Russell; two sons Bill Molzahn 
and wife Melanie and James Molzahn and wife Sara, all of Agra, KS; 
daughter Michele Jones and husband Mike of Marion, IA; a brother Ronald 
Styles of Salina, KS; two sisters Sharla Hayward of Aurora, CO and Ann 
Nelson of Lindsborg, KS; along with seven grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023,&nbsp; in the St. John Lutheran Church, Kensington, with Pastor Kathy Whitney 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Agra Cemetery, Agra, KS.

Mrs. Molzahn will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Wednesday and 9
 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 
Phillipsburg, with the family receiving friends Thursday evening from 7 
p.m. until 8 pm. for visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church.

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 </figure>Agra resident Janet Sue Molzahn passed away Friday, December 30, 
2022, at the Mary Lanning Hospital in Hastings, NE.&nbsp; She was 73.Janet was born November 28, 1949, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of Robert and Naomi (Mace) Perkins.She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Richard and David Shearer.Survivors include her husband George Russell; two sons Bill Molzahn 
and wife Melanie and James Molzahn and wife Sara, all of Agra, KS; 
daughter Michele Jones and husband Mike of Marion, IA; a brother Ronald 
Styles of Salina, KS; two sisters Sharla Hayward of Aurora, CO and Ann 
Nelson of Lindsborg, KS; along with seven grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023,&nbsp; in the St. John Lutheran Church, Kensington, with Pastor Kathy Whitney 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Agra Cemetery, Agra, KS.Mrs. Molzahn will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Wednesday and 9
 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 
Phillipsburg, with the family receiving friends Thursday evening from 7 
p.m. until 8 pm. for visitation.Memorial contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church.

Janet Sue Molzahn

Warren Thomas Zimmerman ,87, of&nbsp;Lakewood, CO, passed away on&nbsp;December 22, 2022, with his family by his side.

Warren&nbsp;was born on the family farm in Schoenchen, Kansas&nbsp;to German 
speaking parents,&nbsp;Joseph and Catherine (Stoecklein) Zimmerman,&nbsp;on&nbsp;March 
7th, 1935. &nbsp;He was the 3rd oldest of seven children, 3 boys and 4 girls.
 &nbsp;As a child, Warren grew up in Kansas farming wheat and raising cattle 
with his father and brothers.&nbsp; His mother and sisters also worked on the
 farm.&nbsp; He attended Schoenchen Grade School for 8 years followed by 
attendance at Schoenchen High School&nbsp;with graduation in&nbsp;1953. &nbsp;In his 
youth, he joined the Glee Club and sang in the church choir. &nbsp;After 
graduation, Warren was drafted into the United States Army and served 
the Army National Guard for 6 years. &nbsp;Warren married&nbsp;Sheila Mae Brull&nbsp;on
 Nov 28, 1959 in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;Shortly 
after their marriage, Warren and Sheila relocated to Denver, Colorado 
where Warren obtained employment with the U.S. Post Office remaining for
 nearly 34 years until retirement in 1999.&nbsp; Warren and Sheila remained 
married more than 63 years.&nbsp;

Throughout his life, Warren was a devout Christian and dedicated 
charter member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Lakewood, Colorado. &nbsp;He 
had a strong love for his family and German heritage, attended church 
regularly and traveled often. &nbsp;Warren and Sheila travelled extensively 
to many different countries.&nbsp; Some of the highlights of their travels 
include receiving a blessing from the Pope while attending a Papal 
audience in Rome, visiting Assisi Italy, and Fatima, Portugal.

Warren and Sheila frequently returned to the family farms in Kansas 
with their own children, Kerry and Jackie. &nbsp;Warren stayed involved in 
farming wheat in both Kansas and Colorado throughout his lifetime. &nbsp;He 
gave generously of his time, attention and financial support to his 
family.&nbsp; Warren and Sheila frequently worked on the family home and 
various rental properties while teaching young son, Kerry, how to 
maintain and make repairs to the properties imparting lessons which he 
carried into his adult life. &nbsp;Warren, along with Sheila, spent much time
 with daughter Jackie helping her care for her horse Daisy, and 
participating in “Westernnaires,” an organization based on horsemanship 
and family participation.

&nbsp;During Warren’s retirement, he cared for his young granddaughter 
Morgan and grandson Nick, frequently taking them to school, swimming and
 caring for them much of their younger years.&nbsp; Warren spent much time 
with wife Sheila, daughter Jackie, son-in-law Joe, grandchildren Morgan 
and Nicholas “Nick” in Arvada at the family home in Lakewood making 
frequent trips to Las Vegas and spending time there with son Kerry and 
daughter-in-law Helen.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Warren&nbsp;is survived by his wife, Sheila (Brull) of&nbsp;Lakewood. &nbsp;His son 
Kerry (Helen), daughter Jacqueline “Jackie” (Joseph) Wagner, 
granddaughter Morgan Wagner, grandson Nicholas Wagner, brother Willard, 
sister Bernadette Weaver, nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He is preceded in death 
by his father Joseph Zimmerman, mother Catherine (Stoecklein), brother 
Clayton Zimmerman, sisters Delores Legleiter, Janice Romme and Anna Mae 
Pfannenstiel.

Visitation and funeral service will be held at&nbsp;St. Jude Catholic 
Church 9405 W Florida Ave., Lakewood, CO 80232 on January 3, 2023.&nbsp; 
&nbsp;Burial will follow at&nbsp;Mount Olivet Cemetery, 12801 West 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers the family is asking that a Mass be offered on 
Warren’s behalf.&nbsp; Or if you prefer to send a donation, the family is 
requesting donations payable to St. Jude Catholic Church in Lakewood, 
CO.

Warren, a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather and 
father-in-law, son and brother, lived a life dedicated to family and 
church.&nbsp; His loving countenance, ready smile, and supportive nature will
 be greatly cherished and missed by all who loved him. We will always 
carry a special memory of him in our hearts. “Ich wuenschen euch 
ein…Langes leben, Gesundheit, Frienden und eineikeit, Und nach dem tod, 
Ewige.”&nbsp; From the Volga-German tradition of Wunsching that Warren 
enjoyed retelling his grandchildren translated, “I wish you…long life, 
good health, peace and friendship, and after death, eternal life.” &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Warren Thomas Zimmerman ,87, of&nbsp;Lakewood, CO, passed away on&nbsp;December 22, 2022, with his family by his side.Warren&nbsp;was born on the family farm in Schoenchen, Kansas&nbsp;to German 
speaking parents,&nbsp;Joseph and Catherine (Stoecklein) Zimmerman,&nbsp;on&nbsp;March 
7th, 1935. &nbsp;He was the 3rd oldest of seven children, 3 boys and 4 girls.
 &nbsp;As a child, Warren grew up in Kansas farming wheat and raising cattle 
with his father and brothers.&nbsp; His mother and sisters also worked on the
 farm.&nbsp; He attended Schoenchen Grade School for 8 years followed by 
attendance at Schoenchen High School&nbsp;with graduation in&nbsp;1953. &nbsp;In his 
youth, he joined the Glee Club and sang in the church choir. &nbsp;After 
graduation, Warren was drafted into the United States Army and served 
the Army National Guard for 6 years. &nbsp;Warren married&nbsp;Sheila Mae Brull&nbsp;on
 Nov 28, 1959 in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;Shortly 
after their marriage, Warren and Sheila relocated to Denver, Colorado 
where Warren obtained employment with the U.S. Post Office remaining for
 nearly 34 years until retirement in 1999.&nbsp; Warren and Sheila remained 
married more than 63 years.&nbsp;Throughout his life, Warren was a devout Christian and dedicated 
charter member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Lakewood, Colorado. &nbsp;He 
had a strong love for his family and German heritage, attended church 
regularly and traveled often. &nbsp;Warren and Sheila travelled extensively 
to many different countries.&nbsp; Some of the highlights of their travels 
include receiving a blessing from the Pope while attending a Papal 
audience in Rome, visiting Assisi Italy, and Fatima, Portugal.Warren and Sheila frequently returned to the family farms in Kansas 
with their own children, Kerry and Jackie. &nbsp;Warren stayed involved in 
farming wheat in both Kansas and Colorado throughout his lifetime. &nbsp;He 
gave generously of his time, attention and financial support to his 
family.&nbsp; Warren and Sheila frequently worked on the family home and 
various rental properties while teaching young son, Kerry, how to 
maintain and make repairs to the properties imparting lessons which he 
carried into his adult life. &nbsp;Warren, along with Sheila, spent much time
 with daughter Jackie helping her care for her horse Daisy, and 
participating in “Westernnaires,” an organization based on horsemanship 
and family participation.&nbsp;During Warren’s retirement, he cared for his young granddaughter 
Morgan and grandson Nick, frequently taking them to school, swimming and
 caring for them much of their younger years.&nbsp; Warren spent much time 
with wife Sheila, daughter Jackie, son-in-law Joe, grandchildren Morgan 
and Nicholas “Nick” in Arvada at the family home in Lakewood making 
frequent trips to Las Vegas and spending time there with son Kerry and 
daughter-in-law Helen.&nbsp;&nbsp;Warren&nbsp;is survived by his wife, Sheila (Brull) of&nbsp;Lakewood. &nbsp;His son 
Kerry (Helen), daughter Jacqueline “Jackie” (Joseph) Wagner, 
granddaughter Morgan Wagner, grandson Nicholas Wagner, brother Willard, 
sister Bernadette Weaver, nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He is preceded in death 
by his father Joseph Zimmerman, mother Catherine (Stoecklein), brother 
Clayton Zimmerman, sisters Delores Legleiter, Janice Romme and Anna Mae 
Pfannenstiel.Visitation and funeral service will be held at&nbsp;St. Jude Catholic 
Church 9405 W Florida Ave., Lakewood, CO 80232 on January 3, 2023.&nbsp; 
&nbsp;Burial will follow at&nbsp;Mount Olivet Cemetery, 12801 West 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family is asking that a Mass be offered on 
Warren’s behalf.&nbsp; Or if you prefer to send a donation, the family is 
requesting donations payable to St. Jude Catholic Church in Lakewood, 
CO.Warren, a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather and 
father-in-law, son and brother, lived a life dedicated to family and 
church.&nbsp; His loving countenance, ready smile, and supportive nature will
 be greatly cherished and missed by all who loved him. We will always 
carry a special memory of him in our hearts. “Ich wuenschen euch 
ein…Langes leben, Gesundheit, Frienden und eineikeit, Und nach dem tod, 
Ewige.”&nbsp; From the Volga-German tradition of Wunsching that Warren 
enjoyed retelling his grandchildren translated, “I wish you…long life, 
good health, peace and friendship, and after death, eternal life.” &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Warren Thomas Zimmerman

Lynda J. Becker, 83, passed away December 29, 2022.  She was born August 16, 1939, in Glen Elder, the daughter of Leonard and Josephine (Carpenter) Ritz.

She was a retired Avon sales representative and homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 2018 and her brother, Gary Ritz.

She is survived by children:  Tammy Calderon of Anthony, Kalvin Becker (Terry) of Winfield, Alvin Becker (Deb) of Downs, Tim Becker (Angie) of Salina, and Ed Becker (Sarah) of Marysville, WA.; 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, and sister Becky Waggner of McPherson.

Funeral service will be Friday, January 6, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Downs United Methodist Church.  Visitation will be held Thursday evening, January 5, from 7-8:00 p.m. at the church. 

 Memorials may be given to Downs Senior Center and Downs Memorial Park in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

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 </figure>Lynda J. Becker, 83, passed away December 29, 2022. She was born August 16, 1939, in Glen Elder, the daughter of Leonard and Josephine (Carpenter) Ritz.She was a retired Avon sales representative and homemaker.She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 2018 and her brother, Gary Ritz.She is survived by children: Tammy Calderon of Anthony, Kalvin Becker (Terry) of Winfield, Alvin Becker (Deb) of Downs, Tim Becker (Angie) of Salina, and Ed Becker (Sarah) of Marysville, WA.; 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, and sister Becky Waggner of McPherson.Funeral service will be Friday, January 6, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Downs United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, January 5, from 7-8:00 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be given to Downs Senior Center and Downs Memorial Park in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

Lynda J. Becker

Anna Evans, 80, passed away December 24, 2022.  She was born September 25, 1942, in Charlotte, Michigan, the daughter of Harold and Lola (Rounds) Roll.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Ronald Bullock and Bradford Bullock.

She is survived by her husband, Don of the home; children, Dawn Thomas of Downs, Donald Evans (Tammy) of Prescott, AZ., Kim (Sam) Denning of Spring Hill and Shelly (Brian) Michals of Paola, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild as well as sisters, Patricia (Dave) Williams of Lake Havasu, AZ. and Carol Bullock.

Funeral service will be held Friday, December 30, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Downs United Methodist Church. No visitation.  Memorials may be given to the church and Downs Senior Center in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

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 </figure>Anna Evans, 80, passed away December 24, 2022. She was born September 25, 1942, in Charlotte, Michigan, the daughter of Harold and Lola (Rounds) Roll.She was a retired restaurant owner.She is preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Ronald Bullock and Bradford Bullock.She is survived by her husband, Don of the home; children, Dawn Thomas of Downs, Donald Evans (Tammy) of Prescott, AZ., Kim (Sam) Denning of Spring Hill and Shelly (Brian) Michals of Paola, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild as well as sisters, Patricia (Dave) Williams of Lake Havasu, AZ. and Carol Bullock.Funeral service will be held Friday, December 30, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Downs United Methodist Church. No visitation. Memorials may be given to the church and Downs Senior Center in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

Anna Evans

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

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

Elizabeth Joyce Sassmann

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Monet Drake

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

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

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

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