Richard "Dick" Cherry passed away Friday, January 6, 2023, at Redbud 
Village in Plainville, Kansas, at the age of 95.&nbsp; Dick was born on April 
16, 1927, to Blanche (Newton) Stanfield in Coldwater, Kansas.

Funeral
 services are planned for Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 10:30 am at 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville, Kansas. Visitation will be 
on Monday from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm with family receiving friends from 
4:30 pm until 6:00 pm at the funeral home.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Richard "Dick" Cherry passed away Friday, January 6, 2023, at Redbud 
Village in Plainville, Kansas, at the age of 95.&nbsp; Dick was born on April 
16, 1927, to Blanche (Newton) Stanfield in Coldwater, Kansas.Funeral
 services are planned for Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 10:30 am at 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville, Kansas. Visitation will be 
on Monday from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm with family receiving friends from 
4:30 pm until 6:00 pm at the funeral home.&nbsp;A complete obituary is pending.

Richard 'Dick' Cherry

Fred Swalley Jr., 93, died January 4, 2023, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born July 15, 1929, in Delaware, Oklahoma,
 the son of Fred Swalley, Sr. and Pearl Elizabeth (Norris) Swalley.&nbsp; In 
1946 Fred graduated from Childers High School, Childers, Oklahoma.

On March 20, 1953, he married Dorothy “Darlene” Shinn-Sleezer in 
Bentonville, Arkansas. She preceded him in death on June 12, 2019.&nbsp;

A resident of Claflin for over 60 years, Fred was a contract pumper.&nbsp;
 He owned Fry’s Tank Service from 1965 to 1993, and then pumped for 
Francis Urban Tank Service, Big Horn Oil, and Hummon Oil.&nbsp; Fred was a 
hard worker spending many 16 hour days on the job. He would also help 
farm for Pete Krier and Henry Burmeister.&nbsp; A storyteller and flirt, 
there was never a dull moment when Fred was around, gathering new 
friends wherever he went with his gift of gab.&nbsp; He was a true cowboy who
 loved his horses and rodeos. &nbsp;If he wasn’t riding in them, he was 
watching them. An APB went out on Fred once when he went “missing” only 
to find him at a rodeo many miles away.&nbsp; A proud member of the Odin 
Saddle Club, he participated in many Odin Rodeos, trail rides, and rode 
in numerous parades. His boots were well worn with many adventures and 
his stories well versed with humor and antidotes.

Survivors include; four sons, Rick Sleezer and wife Carolyn of 
Morrison, Colorado; Bruce Swalley of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Tracy 
Swalley and wife Cathy of Overland Park, and Brad Swalley of Great Bend;
 grandchildren, Dallas Sleezer of Lochbuie, Colorado, Gwen Cole and 
husband Kenny of Hoisington, Sydney Swalley of Daytona, Florida, Tyler 
Swalley and wife Jessica of Wichita, Olivia Ellis and husband Grant of 
Overland Park, Jake Swalley and fiancé Tyla Palmer of Miami, Florida, 
Morgan Dodds and husband Greg of Waukee, Iowa, McKenna Swalley of 
Wichita; step grandchildren, Gavin Brivik of Los Angeles, California and
 Alex Brivik of San Diego, California, Junior Hamby of Brown Valley, 
California, Robert Hamby and family of San Angelo, Texas, Cynthia Kuntz 
and family of Wheatland, Missouri, Carrie Roe and family of Morrison, 
Colorado, Patricia Janes and family of Porter, Oklahoma; great 
grandchildren, Royce, Dallas, Braeden, Alexander, Greyson, Juaquin, 
Joelysia, Jaylia, Jubilee and Brody.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers; Floyd, Jim, 
Jack, Harry, Bill, and Roy Lee Swalley, and sisters, Edna Meyers and 
Helen Arning.

Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 9th, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home with Pastor Diana Webster presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Claflin Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Claflin Ambulance Fund or Clara Barton 
Hospital Foundation, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 
146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Fred Swalley Jr., 93, died January 4, 2023, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born July 15, 1929, in Delaware, Oklahoma,
 the son of Fred Swalley, Sr. and Pearl Elizabeth (Norris) Swalley.&nbsp; In 
1946 Fred graduated from Childers High School, Childers, Oklahoma.On March 20, 1953, he married Dorothy “Darlene” Shinn-Sleezer in 
Bentonville, Arkansas. She preceded him in death on June 12, 2019.&nbsp;A resident of Claflin for over 60 years, Fred was a contract pumper.&nbsp;
 He owned Fry’s Tank Service from 1965 to 1993, and then pumped for 
Francis Urban Tank Service, Big Horn Oil, and Hummon Oil.&nbsp; Fred was a 
hard worker spending many 16 hour days on the job. He would also help 
farm for Pete Krier and Henry Burmeister.&nbsp; A storyteller and flirt, 
there was never a dull moment when Fred was around, gathering new 
friends wherever he went with his gift of gab.&nbsp; He was a true cowboy who
 loved his horses and rodeos. &nbsp;If he wasn’t riding in them, he was 
watching them. An APB went out on Fred once when he went “missing” only 
to find him at a rodeo many miles away.&nbsp; A proud member of the Odin 
Saddle Club, he participated in many Odin Rodeos, trail rides, and rode 
in numerous parades. His boots were well worn with many adventures and 
his stories well versed with humor and antidotes.Survivors include; four sons, Rick Sleezer and wife Carolyn of 
Morrison, Colorado; Bruce Swalley of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Tracy 
Swalley and wife Cathy of Overland Park, and Brad Swalley of Great Bend;
 grandchildren, Dallas Sleezer of Lochbuie, Colorado, Gwen Cole and 
husband Kenny of Hoisington, Sydney Swalley of Daytona, Florida, Tyler 
Swalley and wife Jessica of Wichita, Olivia Ellis and husband Grant of 
Overland Park, Jake Swalley and fiancé Tyla Palmer of Miami, Florida, 
Morgan Dodds and husband Greg of Waukee, Iowa, McKenna Swalley of 
Wichita; step grandchildren, Gavin Brivik of Los Angeles, California and
 Alex Brivik of San Diego, California, Junior Hamby of Brown Valley, 
California, Robert Hamby and family of San Angelo, Texas, Cynthia Kuntz 
and family of Wheatland, Missouri, Carrie Roe and family of Morrison, 
Colorado, Patricia Janes and family of Porter, Oklahoma; great 
grandchildren, Royce, Dallas, Braeden, Alexander, Greyson, Juaquin, 
Joelysia, Jaylia, Jubilee and Brody.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers; Floyd, Jim, 
Jack, Harry, Bill, and Roy Lee Swalley, and sisters, Edna Meyers and 
Helen Arning.Visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 9th, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home with Pastor Diana Webster presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Claflin Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Claflin Ambulance Fund or Clara Barton 
Hospital Foundation, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 
146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Fred Swalley Jr.

Sunday, November 18th, 1934-Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Sunday, November 18th, 1934-Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Harry Ronald Magill

Kathleen Mary Brown, 78, of Hill City, Kansas, passed away peacefully 
with her daughter by her side January 2, 2023. She was born Kathleen 
Mary Newell May 2, 1944, in Damar, Kansas. She was the second daughter 
born to Lawrence and Rita (Brin) Newell. As she grew so did the family, a
 total of nine children. Kathy attended school in Damar. As a young 
woman she met a boy from Natoma by the name of Lyle Gene Brown. He was 
the love of her life. Lyle and Kathy were married April 15, 1961. The 
couple were blessed with eight children: Darrell, Lila, Ricky, Shawn, 
Tracey, Gale, Cindy, and Tony.

Kathy had several jobs before 
settling in at the Graham County Hospital as a nurse’s aide for several 
years and ended her 15 years as a ward clerk. She loved working at the 
hospital caring for people and loved the staff. One thing about Kathy 
she always came home with a pocket full of pens and medical tape.

She
 was very active in the Catholic Church. Kathy and Lyle attended 
Marriage Encounter and became very involved in this ministry, traveling 
all over the United States sharing their wealth of wisdom to other 
married couples for almost 20 years. During these travels they took 
their children and made numerous friends and acquaintances they still 
have to this day.

There are so many memories with Kathy Brown. No 
doubt that you certainly have a few of your own. Kathy loved to hunt, 
fish and go camping. The family would leave for the lake the day after 
school was out for summer and return the day before school started. The 
vacation was spent fishing, boating and lots of family time. Hunting 
season came around and Kathy was right there deer hunting with the best of them. Kathy loved every minute of family time.

The
 door was always open wide for visits from family, friends and other 
peoples’ kids. There were no strangers. Although they were welcomed with
 open arms, they knew rather quickly they were going to adhere to 
Kathy’s rules.

In her lifetime, Kathy made hundreds, maybe 
thousands of bierocks and sticky buns. She would make them for anyone at
 any time. Her recipes are still closely followed, but somehow, they are
 just a pinch off somewhere.  Many people knew her simply as “The 
Bierock Lady”. But she was so much more than that. She was a devoted 
wife, loving mother, loyal sister, friend, and confidante.

Kathy 
loved her grandkids, and they so enjoyed the ornery side of her. She was
 the prime instigator of all water balloon fights, water gun fights and 
of course the spraying water out of the kitchen window on anyone that 
was in the yard.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, 
Lawrence and Rita Newell; her sons: Ricky Lee and Tony Blake; brothers: 
Leland Newell, Harold Newell, Michael Newell; sisters: Louise Newell, 
Albertine Garcia; and an important man in her life that was a part of 
this family for a long time, Adrian Yeo, who passed away almost seven 
years ago.

She is survived by her children: Darrell (Trish) of El 
Dorado, Lila Brown of Hill City, Shawn (Janet) of Hill City, Tracey 
(Ronnie) of Diamond, Illinois, Gale (Robin) of El Dorado, Cindy (Robert)
 Hall of Hill City; 19 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Also 
left to cherish her memory are: her brother Dale Newell; two sisters: 
Lois (Pat) Sumner of Laferia, Texas, Carmen (Don) Sims of Sedan; many 
nieces and nephews; and Brad (Boot) Hill of Bogue, who is always here 
for the family.

A unique, one-of-a-kind lady, Kathy Brown, will 
always hold a special place in our hearts. Woo-Hoo to you, dear Kathy. 
We love you always.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kathleen-Mary-Brown?obId=26817809#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Kathleen Mary Brown, 78, of Hill City, Kansas, passed away peacefully 
with her daughter by her side January 2, 2023. She was born Kathleen 
Mary Newell May 2, 1944, in Damar, Kansas. She was the second daughter 
born to Lawrence and Rita (Brin) Newell. As she grew so did the family, a
 total of nine children. Kathy attended school in Damar. As a young 
woman she met a boy from Natoma by the name of Lyle Gene Brown. He was 
the love of her life. Lyle and Kathy were married April 15, 1961. The 
couple were blessed with eight children: Darrell, Lila, Ricky, Shawn, 
Tracey, Gale, Cindy, and Tony.Kathy had several jobs before 
settling in at the Graham County Hospital as a nurse’s aide for several 
years and ended her 15 years as a ward clerk. She loved working at the 
hospital caring for people and loved the staff. One thing about Kathy 
she always came home with a pocket full of pens and medical tape.She
 was very active in the Catholic Church. Kathy and Lyle attended 
Marriage Encounter and became very involved in this ministry, traveling 
all over the United States sharing their wealth of wisdom to other 
married couples for almost 20 years. During these travels they took 
their children and made numerous friends and acquaintances they still 
have to this day.There are so many memories with Kathy Brown. No 
doubt that you certainly have a few of your own. Kathy loved to hunt, 
fish and go camping. The family would leave for the lake the day after 
school was out for summer and return the day before school started. The 
vacation was spent fishing, boating and lots of family time. Hunting 
season came around and Kathy was right there deer hunting with the best of them. Kathy loved every minute of family time.The
 door was always open wide for visits from family, friends and other 
peoples’ kids. There were no strangers. Although they were welcomed with
 open arms, they knew rather quickly they were going to adhere to 
Kathy’s rules.In her lifetime, Kathy made hundreds, maybe 
thousands of bierocks and sticky buns. She would make them for anyone at
 any time. Her recipes are still closely followed, but somehow, they are
 just a pinch off somewhere. Many people knew her simply as “The 
Bierock Lady”. But she was so much more than that. She was a devoted 
wife, loving mother, loyal sister, friend, and confidante.Kathy 
loved her grandkids, and they so enjoyed the ornery side of her. She was
 the prime instigator of all water balloon fights, water gun fights and 
of course the spraying water out of the kitchen window on anyone that 
was in the yard.Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, 
Lawrence and Rita Newell; her sons: Ricky Lee and Tony Blake; brothers: 
Leland Newell, Harold Newell, Michael Newell; sisters: Louise Newell, 
Albertine Garcia; and an important man in her life that was a part of 
this family for a long time, Adrian Yeo, who passed away almost seven 
years ago.She is survived by her children: Darrell (Trish) of El 
Dorado, Lila Brown of Hill City, Shawn (Janet) of Hill City, Tracey 
(Ronnie) of Diamond, Illinois, Gale (Robin) of El Dorado, Cindy (Robert)
 Hall of Hill City; 19 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Also 
left to cherish her memory are: her brother Dale Newell; two sisters: 
Lois (Pat) Sumner of Laferia, Texas, Carmen (Don) Sims of Sedan; many 
nieces and nephews; and Brad (Boot) Hill of Bogue, who is always here 
for the family.A unique, one-of-a-kind lady, Kathy Brown, will 
always hold a special place in our hearts. Woo-Hoo to you, dear Kathy. 
We love you always.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kathleen-Mary-Brown?obId=26817809#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Kathleen Mary Brown

David Rex Bridgmon was born in McCook, Nebraska on April 4, 1949, to 
Donald Dwight and Ruth Ellen (Brandt) Bridgmon.&nbsp; He graduated from 
McCook High School with the class of 1967.&nbsp; He furthered his education 
in Denver, Colorado for two years before being drafted into the United 
States Army on August 26, 1969.&nbsp; David served in Vietnam. At the time of
 his honorable discharge in 1971, he had attained the rank of Sergeant 
and received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service 
Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 device, the Army Commendation 
Medal, and a Bronze Star Medal.

David returned to civilian 
life and lived in San Diego, California, where he continued his education
 and drove a taxi for many years.&nbsp; David called Denver, Colorado home 
for most of his life where he was employed by United Airlines and worked
 mostly at Denver International Airport.&nbsp; After his retirement, David 
returned to McCook where he could be closer to family.

David 
enjoyed watching sports on TV and was a big Nebraska Cornhusker fan.&nbsp; He
 was active on his computer and was a regular at the McCook YMCA.&nbsp; David
 enjoyed fishing and spent countless hours at Barnett Park.&nbsp; Like
 so many who served in Southeast Asia, David came home a changed man.&nbsp; 
He never liked to talk about his time in the military, but the emotional
 scars were visible to those around him.&nbsp; On Thursday morning, January 
4, 2023, David passed away at Community Hospital in McCook and is now at
 peace.&nbsp; He was 73 years of age.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Lynda Bridgmon; and brothers-in-law, Ron Clark and Walter Fortin.

Survivors include his sisters, Donna Fortin of Oberlin, Kansas and 
Diane Clark of McCook; nieces and nephews: Marla (Leland) Kehler of 
Loveland, Colorado, Melissa (Dan) Nelson of Syracuse, Nebraska, Ryan 
(Janene) Fortin of Oberlin, Darin (Cari) Callan of Axtell, Nebraska, 
Derick (Tracy) Callan of Portland, Oregon, and Dan (Carrie) Callan of 
Kearney, Nebraska; as well as great-nieces and nephews, cousins, and 
friends.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday 
morning, January 13, 2023, at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook 
with Terry McCorkle officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment with military honors will 
follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook. Memorials are 
suggested to the family of David Bridgmon for future designation.&nbsp; 
Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have 
been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673020233883.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>David Rex Bridgmon was born in McCook, Nebraska on April 4, 1949, to 
Donald Dwight and Ruth Ellen (Brandt) Bridgmon.&nbsp; He graduated from 
McCook High School with the class of 1967.&nbsp; He furthered his education 
in Denver, Colorado for two years before being drafted into the United 
States Army on August 26, 1969.&nbsp; David served in Vietnam. At the time of
 his honorable discharge in 1971, he had attained the rank of Sergeant 
and received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service 
Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 device, the Army Commendation 
Medal, and a Bronze Star Medal.David returned to civilian 
life and lived in San Diego, California, where he continued his education
 and drove a taxi for many years.&nbsp; David called Denver, Colorado home 
for most of his life where he was employed by United Airlines and worked
 mostly at Denver International Airport.&nbsp; After his retirement, David 
returned to McCook where he could be closer to family.David 
enjoyed watching sports on TV and was a big Nebraska Cornhusker fan.&nbsp; He
 was active on his computer and was a regular at the McCook YMCA.&nbsp; David
 enjoyed fishing and spent countless hours at Barnett Park.&nbsp; Like
 so many who served in Southeast Asia, David came home a changed man.&nbsp; 
He never liked to talk about his time in the military, but the emotional
 scars were visible to those around him.&nbsp; On Thursday morning, January 
4, 2023, David passed away at Community Hospital in McCook and is now at
 peace.&nbsp; He was 73 years of age.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Lynda Bridgmon; and brothers-in-law, Ron Clark and Walter Fortin.Survivors include his sisters, Donna Fortin of Oberlin, Kansas and 
Diane Clark of McCook; nieces and nephews: Marla (Leland) Kehler of 
Loveland, Colorado, Melissa (Dan) Nelson of Syracuse, Nebraska, Ryan 
(Janene) Fortin of Oberlin, Darin (Cari) Callan of Axtell, Nebraska, 
Derick (Tracy) Callan of Portland, Oregon, and Dan (Carrie) Callan of 
Kearney, Nebraska; as well as great-nieces and nephews, cousins, and 
friends.Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday 
morning, January 13, 2023, at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook 
with Terry McCorkle officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment with military honors will 
follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in McCook. Memorials are 
suggested to the family of David Bridgmon for future designation.&nbsp; 
Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com.&nbsp; Arrangements have 
been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

David Rex Bridgmon

Sister
 Rose Marie Dwyer died January 4, 2023, at Nazareth Motherhouse in 
Concordia, KS.&nbsp; She was 88 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 70 
years.&nbsp; She was born in Jennings, KS on January 24, 1934 to John and 
Florence Bates Dwyer, the second of ten children, and was baptized 
Dorothy Marie.&nbsp; She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, Kansas
 on September 8, 1951.&nbsp; On March 18, 1952, Dorothy received the habit of
 the Sisters of St. Joseph and was given the name Sister Rose Marie.&nbsp; 
She pronounced first vows on March 19, 1953 and final vows on March 19, 
1956.

Sister
 Rose Marie received a BA degree in literature and education from 
Marymount College in 1964.&nbsp; She taught in Salina, KS, for 10 years after
 which time she was invited to join our Sisters in Brazil in 1965 where 
she spent almost 40 years.&nbsp; After returning to the U.S. she ministered 
in Kansas City, MO and Plainville, KS.&nbsp; In 2010 she moved to the 
Motherhouse.&nbsp;

Sister
 Rose Marie was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.&nbsp; 
She is survived by one brother, James Dwyer of Glasco, KS, and five 
sisters, Della Simoneau, Salina, KS, Dorine Groome, Chicago, IL, Darlene
 Wallace, Denver, CO, Donna Roberts, San Francisco, CA and Delphia 
Wendell, Oklahoma City, OK.&nbsp; 

A Bible Vigil Service will be held January 9
 at 9:30 a.m. in the Nazareth Motherhouse Chapel with Sister Janet 
Lander as the eulogist.&nbsp; The Mass of Christian Burial will be January 9 
at 10:30 a.m. in the Motherhouse Chapel with Father Barry Brinkman 
presiding.&nbsp; The Mass will be livestreamed on the Sisters of St. Joseph 
Facebook page.&nbsp; The burial will be in the Nazareth Motherhouse 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 325 W. 6th St., 
Concordia, KS is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; 

Memorials for Sister Rose 
Marie Dwyer may be given to the Sisters of St. Joseph Health Care/ 
Retirement Fund or the Apostolic Works of the Sisters; P.O Box 279, 
Concordia, KS&nbsp; 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit 
www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Sister
 Rose Marie Dwyer died January 4, 2023, at Nazareth Motherhouse in 
Concordia, KS.&nbsp; She was 88 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 70 
years.&nbsp; She was born in Jennings, KS on January 24, 1934 to John and 
Florence Bates Dwyer, the second of ten children, and was baptized 
Dorothy Marie.&nbsp; She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, Kansas
 on September 8, 1951.&nbsp; On March 18, 1952, Dorothy received the habit of
 the Sisters of St. Joseph and was given the name Sister Rose Marie.&nbsp; 
She pronounced first vows on March 19, 1953 and final vows on March 19, 
1956.Sister
 Rose Marie received a BA degree in literature and education from 
Marymount College in 1964.&nbsp; She taught in Salina, KS, for 10 years after
 which time she was invited to join our Sisters in Brazil in 1965 where 
she spent almost 40 years.&nbsp; After returning to the U.S. she ministered 
in Kansas City, MO and Plainville, KS.&nbsp; In 2010 she moved to the 
Motherhouse.&nbsp;Sister
 Rose Marie was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.&nbsp; 
She is survived by one brother, James Dwyer of Glasco, KS, and five 
sisters, Della Simoneau, Salina, KS, Dorine Groome, Chicago, IL, Darlene
 Wallace, Denver, CO, Donna Roberts, San Francisco, CA and Delphia 
Wendell, Oklahoma City, OK.&nbsp; A Bible Vigil Service will be held January 9
 at 9:30 a.m. in the Nazareth Motherhouse Chapel with Sister Janet 
Lander as the eulogist.&nbsp; The Mass of Christian Burial will be January 9 
at 10:30 a.m. in the Motherhouse Chapel with Father Barry Brinkman 
presiding.&nbsp; The Mass will be livestreamed on the Sisters of St. Joseph 
Facebook page.&nbsp; The burial will be in the Nazareth Motherhouse 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 325 W. 6th St., 
Concordia, KS is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp; Memorials for Sister Rose 
Marie Dwyer may be given to the Sisters of St. Joseph Health Care/ 
Retirement Fund or the Apostolic Works of the Sisters; P.O Box 279, 
Concordia, KS&nbsp; 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences, please visit 
www.chaputbuoy.com.

Sister Rose Marie Dwyer

JoAnn Kranz Benteman, age 87, of Topeka, KS passed on January 5, 2023, from
 an emotionally draining disease known as the “long goodbye” — Alzheimer’s. JoAnn was born in Hays, Kansas, on July 10, 1935, to Oscar 
Kranz and Clydene Hiltabidle Kranz. JoAnn met her husband Lee on
 a blind date set up by her college friends. Lee and JoAnn were married 
65 years. JoAnn and Lee shared the same birthday, only five years apart.
 JoAnn taught Home Economics for the Seaman School District and 
also worked for the State of Kansas. JoAnn and Lee were members of a 
square dance and camping club. She loved to take bus trips, travel with friends and family, and cook for others. Survivors
 include son, James (Lisa) Benteman; daughter, Leann (Brett) Dexter; 
grandchildren, Keaton Dexter and Dale (Ashley) Dexter; 
great-grandchildren, Lucia Lee and Nanette Sophie Dexter; sister, Kay 
(Gale) Squier and her four legged friend Buddy. JoAnn was preceded in death by her husband Lee and her parents Oscar and Clydene Kranz. The
 family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday, 
January 9, 2023, at Mount Hope Cemetery &amp; Funeral Chapel 4700 SW 17th
 Street Topeka, KS 66604. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m. on 
Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Mount Hope Cemetery in the chapel. Burial 
will be at Vansburgh Cemetery in Brownell, KS. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Ascend, 4550 W. 109th Street, Ste. 210, 
Shawnee Mission, KS 66211 or to Alzheimer's Association, 3625 SW 29th St., Ste. 102, Topeka, KS 66614.&nbsp;

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 </figure>JoAnn Kranz Benteman, age 87, of Topeka, KS passed on January 5, 2023, from
 an emotionally draining disease known as the “long goodbye” — Alzheimer’s. JoAnn was born in Hays, Kansas, on July 10, 1935, to Oscar 
Kranz and Clydene Hiltabidle Kranz. JoAnn met her husband Lee on
 a blind date set up by her college friends. Lee and JoAnn were married 
65 years. JoAnn and Lee shared the same birthday, only five years apart.
 JoAnn taught Home Economics for the Seaman School District and 
also worked for the State of Kansas. JoAnn and Lee were members of a 
square dance and camping club. She loved to take bus trips, travel with friends and family, and cook for others. Survivors
 include son, James (Lisa) Benteman; daughter, Leann (Brett) Dexter; 
grandchildren, Keaton Dexter and Dale (Ashley) Dexter; 
great-grandchildren, Lucia Lee and Nanette Sophie Dexter; sister, Kay 
(Gale) Squier and her four legged friend Buddy. JoAnn was preceded in death by her husband Lee and her parents Oscar and Clydene Kranz. The
 family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday, 
January 9, 2023, at Mount Hope Cemetery &amp; Funeral Chapel 4700 SW 17th
 Street Topeka, KS 66604. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m. on 
Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Mount Hope Cemetery in the chapel. Burial 
will be at Vansburgh Cemetery in Brownell, KS. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Ascend, 4550 W. 109th Street, Ste. 210, 
Shawnee Mission, KS 66211 or to Alzheimer's Association, 3625 SW 29th St., Ste. 102, Topeka, KS 66614.&nbsp;

JoAnn Kranz Benteman

Bonita Jean (Cramer) Fox, daughter of Leo and Eileen (Dixon) Cramer was born July 19,1944, and passed away at the St Cloud Hospital in St Cloud, MN on November 17, 2022, at the age of 78. 

Bonnie grew up in Almena, KS beginning country school in Calvert, KS then Almena Grade school and graduating from Almena Rural High School. She was united in marriage to Verbon Arthur Baker.  To this union 3 sons were born: William Bryan Baker, Alan Lane Baker, and Boyd Austin Baker.  In 1978, Bonnie and Jim Fox were married in Lakefield, MN and made their home in that area for many years. Bonnie loved to garden and fish, and she enjoyed the time spent living on the lake in Windom, MN and later at her home in Rice, MN. Here, she also cared for her mother Eileen Cramer the last five years of Eileen's life.  They enjoyed many drives around the lake there and trips to the Dairy Queen and their favorite, the local restaurant, "The Creamery."

Bonnie was preceded in death by husband Verbon Baker and husband Jim Fox as well as infant son Alan and grandson Carrington. Bonnie is survived by her two sons William (Bill) of St. Cloud, MN and Boyd of Rice, MN; sisters Judy (Ed) Whitney of Grand Rapids, MN and Patty (Dan) Englert of Belton, MO, and brother Ron (Ellen) Cramer of Fallbrook, CA.  Also surviving are 3 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

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 </figure>Bonita Jean (Cramer) Fox, daughter of Leo and Eileen (Dixon) Cramer was born July 19,1944, and passed away at the St Cloud Hospital in St Cloud, MN on November 17, 2022, at the age of 78. Bonnie grew up in Almena, KS beginning country school in Calvert, KS then Almena Grade school and graduating from Almena Rural High School. She was united in marriage to Verbon Arthur Baker. To this union 3 sons were born: William Bryan Baker, Alan Lane Baker, and Boyd Austin Baker. In 1978, Bonnie and Jim Fox were married in Lakefield, MN and made their home in that area for many years. Bonnie loved to garden and fish, and she enjoyed the time spent living on the lake in Windom, MN and later at her home in Rice, MN. Here, she also cared for her mother Eileen Cramer the last five years of Eileen's life. They enjoyed many drives around the lake there and trips to the Dairy Queen and their favorite, the local restaurant, "The Creamery."Bonnie was preceded in death by husband Verbon Baker and husband Jim Fox as well as infant son Alan and grandson Carrington. Bonnie is survived by her two sons William (Bill) of St. Cloud, MN and Boyd of Rice, MN; sisters Judy (Ed) Whitney of Grand Rapids, MN and Patty (Dan) Englert of Belton, MO, and brother Ron (Ellen) Cramer of Fallbrook, CA. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Bonita Jean (Cramer) Fox

Irene Helen (Galardi) Jepsen, 91, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.

Irene was born November 8, 1931, in Jackson, Michigan.&nbsp; One of six 
children born to Frank and Costanza (LeDonne) Galardi, Irene grew up in 
Jackson until her senior year when her family moved to Huntington, West 
Virginia.&nbsp; She graduated from St. Joseph High School.

Irene was united in marriage to Delbert Dale Jepsen on January 14, 
1959, in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three daughters, 
Diane, Julie, and Dena.&nbsp; They made their home in Lincoln County, Kansas,
 Phillips County, Kansas, and Russell.&nbsp; Delbert preceded her in death on 
June 8, 2003.

Irene was an Editor for the Russell Daily News for many years.&nbsp; She 
was a member of the V.F.W. Post #6240 Ladies Auxiliary.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
working with ceramics, reading books and dancing.

Irene’s surviving family include her daughters, Diane Cohan of Victoria, Kansas, and Julie Jepsen of Los Angeles, California; sister, Mary Hogarty of Panama City Beach, Florida; three granddaughters, Marjan Pekarek (Wesley), Roya Attari (Roni) and Dena Contreras, and 
three great-grandchildren; Raffael Attari, Evie Pekarek and Whitley 
Pekarek.

Irene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Delbert, and
 her daughter, Dena Renee Jepsen; sister, Georgina Conner; and three 
brothers, Albert Galardi, Alphonse Galardi and Joe Galardi.

A Celebration of Irene’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Burial to follow at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at 
9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with St. Luke’s Hospice House.&nbsp;

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

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 </figure>Irene Helen (Galardi) Jepsen, 91, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.Irene was born November 8, 1931, in Jackson, Michigan.&nbsp; One of six 
children born to Frank and Costanza (LeDonne) Galardi, Irene grew up in 
Jackson until her senior year when her family moved to Huntington, West 
Virginia.&nbsp; She graduated from St. Joseph High School.Irene was united in marriage to Delbert Dale Jepsen on January 14, 
1959, in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three daughters, 
Diane, Julie, and Dena.&nbsp; They made their home in Lincoln County, Kansas,
 Phillips County, Kansas, and Russell.&nbsp; Delbert preceded her in death on 
June 8, 2003.Irene was an Editor for the Russell Daily News for many years.&nbsp; She 
was a member of the V.F.W. Post #6240 Ladies Auxiliary.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
working with ceramics, reading books and dancing.Irene’s surviving family include her daughters, Diane Cohan of Victoria, Kansas, and Julie Jepsen of Los Angeles, California; sister, Mary Hogarty of Panama City Beach, Florida; three granddaughters, Marjan Pekarek (Wesley), Roya Attari (Roni) and Dena Contreras, and 
three great-grandchildren; Raffael Attari, Evie Pekarek and Whitley 
Pekarek.Irene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Delbert, and
 her daughter, Dena Renee Jepsen; sister, Georgina Conner; and three 
brothers, Albert Galardi, Alphonse Galardi and Joe Galardi.A Celebration of Irene’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Burial to follow at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at 
9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with St. Luke’s Hospice House.&nbsp;Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Irene Helen (Galardi) Jepsen

Barbara Ann Besher, born Barbara Ann Williams on July 
30, 1948, in Kanorado, KS, was the daughter of the late John and Violet 
(Hill) Williams. She departed this life on Wednesday, December 28, 2022,&nbsp; at the age of 74. 
She is survived by her husband of 50+ years, Roger Besher of Salina, KS,
 son Jeff Besher (wife Laura and sons Kyler and Kayden) of Salina, KS, 
daughter Brandi Besher of Orlando, FL, brother Dennis Williams (wife 
Amanda) of Russell, KS, sister Nancy Hurlbut (son Troy, and daughters 
Shelley and Angela) of Sylvan Grove, KS, and brother Don Williams (wife 
Karen) of Salina, KS; as well as cousins and some extended family. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, newborn son Rodney Besher, and brother-in-law Gary Hurlbut. 
Her heart of this world may have failed but her spirit was strong: 
But we remember now in love, 
Her life from start to end, 
And we’re just glad we knew her, 
As Husband, Mother, and Friend. 
Memorial services were at Grace Baptist Church, Salina, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

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 </figure>Barbara Ann Besher, born Barbara Ann Williams on July 
30, 1948, in Kanorado, KS, was the daughter of the late John and Violet 
(Hill) Williams. She departed this life on Wednesday, December 28, 2022,&nbsp; at the age of 74. 
She is survived by her husband of 50+ years, Roger Besher of Salina, KS,
 son Jeff Besher (wife Laura and sons Kyler and Kayden) of Salina, KS, 
daughter Brandi Besher of Orlando, FL, brother Dennis Williams (wife 
Amanda) of Russell, KS, sister Nancy Hurlbut (son Troy, and daughters 
Shelley and Angela) of Sylvan Grove, KS, and brother Don Williams (wife 
Karen) of Salina, KS; as well as cousins and some extended family. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, newborn son Rodney Besher, and brother-in-law Gary Hurlbut. 
Her heart of this world may have failed but her spirit was strong: 
But we remember now in love, 
Her life from start to end, 
And we’re just glad we knew her, 
As Husband, Mother, and Friend. 
Memorial services were at Grace Baptist Church, Salina, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

Barbara Ann (Williams) Besher

Daryl Lynn Novotny, of Stockton, KS, passed away on January 4, 
2023, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE, at the age 
of 81. He was born on June 15, 1941, to Ludvik and Zella “Sally” 
(Drennan) Novotny in Stockton. He married Pamela Kiehne on May 27, 1962,
 in Chicago, IL. They were blessed with one son, Scott. After Pam passed
 away in 1994, Daryl married Patty A. Hill on September 16, 2006, in 
Smith Center, KS, blessing him with four step-children, Troy, Todd, 
Travis, and Tamatha.

Daryl grew up in Stockton and 
graduated from Stockton High School in 1959. After high school he 
entered the workforce working for TWA Airline in Chicago where he met 
his wife Pam. When they moved back to Stockton he worked for Novotny 
Machine Shop, was part owner of Stockton Yamaha Shop, and retired as a 
USPS mail carrier. He also worked as a part-time Deputy for Rooks County
 Sheriff Department.

Daryl was an avid outdoorsman 
enjoying archery and shooting, target shooting with his family, 
arrowhead hunting, and motorcycle trips with Gene Miller. He spent a lot
 of time reading and he loved KU sports, his pets - and his dog Oliver. 
Mostly, he loved getting together with his family and a good happy hour.

Daryl
 is survived by his wife, Patty of the home in Stockton; son, Scott 
(Brenda) Novotny of Stockton; step-children, Troy Anderson of Agra, KS, 
Travis Anderson (Cheryl) of Agra, KS, and Tamatha Schurr (Jerud) of 
Phillpsburg, KS; and numerous step-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Pamela; step-son, Todd Anderson; and brother, Ronald (Kathy) Novotny.

Daryl
 was a good-hearted man who worked hard, enjoyed life and cherished his 
family and friends. His faith in God was not only a constant source of 
strength for himself, but also for all who knew him. We can smile 
because he lived and left us with cherished memories that will live 
forever in our hearts. He will be remembered in love.

A
 Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 1:30 PM
 with visitation on Tuesday, 3PM until 8PM at the funeral home in 
Stockton.

Memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley 
Family Medicine and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N.
 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Daryl Lynn Novotny, of Stockton, KS, passed away on January 4, 
2023, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE, at the age 
of 81. He was born on June 15, 1941, to Ludvik and Zella “Sally” 
(Drennan) Novotny in Stockton. He married Pamela Kiehne on May 27, 1962,
 in Chicago, IL. They were blessed with one son, Scott. After Pam passed
 away in 1994, Daryl married Patty A. Hill on September 16, 2006, in 
Smith Center, KS, blessing him with four step-children, Troy, Todd, 
Travis, and Tamatha.Daryl grew up in Stockton and 
graduated from Stockton High School in 1959. After high school he 
entered the workforce working for TWA Airline in Chicago where he met 
his wife Pam. When they moved back to Stockton he worked for Novotny 
Machine Shop, was part owner of Stockton Yamaha Shop, and retired as a 
USPS mail carrier. He also worked as a part-time Deputy for Rooks County
 Sheriff Department.Daryl was an avid outdoorsman 
enjoying archery and shooting, target shooting with his family, 
arrowhead hunting, and motorcycle trips with Gene Miller. He spent a lot
 of time reading and he loved KU sports, his pets - and his dog Oliver. 
Mostly, he loved getting together with his family and a good happy hour.Daryl
 is survived by his wife, Patty of the home in Stockton; son, Scott 
(Brenda) Novotny of Stockton; step-children, Troy Anderson of Agra, KS, 
Travis Anderson (Cheryl) of Agra, KS, and Tamatha Schurr (Jerud) of 
Phillpsburg, KS; and numerous step-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Pamela; step-son, Todd Anderson; and brother, Ronald (Kathy) Novotny.Daryl
 was a good-hearted man who worked hard, enjoyed life and cherished his 
family and friends. His faith in God was not only a constant source of 
strength for himself, but also for all who knew him. We can smile 
because he lived and left us with cherished memories that will live 
forever in our hearts. He will be remembered in love.A
 Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 1:30 PM
 with visitation on Tuesday, 3PM until 8PM at the funeral home in 
Stockton.Memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley 
Family Medicine and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N.
 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Daryl L. Novotny

Kenneth Paul “Ken” Abendshien, age 75, of Hays, Kansas passed away Monday, January 5, 2023, at his home.

Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 
22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via email to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

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 </figure>Kenneth Paul “Ken” Abendshien, age 75, of Hays, Kansas passed away Monday, January 5, 2023, at his home.Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 
22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via email to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Kenneth Paul 'Ken' Abendshien

Terrence Wierman, age 79, of Hays, Kansas passed away January 3, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society, Ellsworth Village.

Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS. 67601.

Terrence Wierman, age 79, of Hays, Kansas passed away January 3, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society, Ellsworth Village.Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS. 67601.

Terrence Wierman

Lonnie
 Ray Luck passed suddenly on January 3, 2023, at the age of 67. He was 
born on June 23, 1955, in Hays, Kansas, to Rosalie H. and Donald L. Luck. 
He was the oldest of five children with two brothers, Jeffrey Luck and 
Kenton Luck and two sisters, Darla Myers and Nancy Edmundson.&nbsp; He spent 
his childhood days in Elkhart, Kansas. 

Lonnie
 was married to the love of his life, Peggy Marie (Hansen), on July 20, 
1975. The two of them settled down in Liberal, Kansas, where Lonnie 
started Luck Refrigeration, which he operated until the time of his 
passing. 

Lonnie
 is survived by his mother Rosalie Luck, two sons Eric David Luck and 
wife Wendy, Adam Ray Luck and wife Jessica and three grandchildren: Lyla
 J. Luck, London G. Luck, and Levi J. Luck; two step grandchildren 
Steven Ray McBryde and wife Brandy and Micheal John McBryde and wife 
Jessina.&nbsp; Five step great-grandchildren: Dade R. Williams, Hailey W. 
Williams, Laci J. McBryde, John F. McBryde, Lily D. McBryde. 

He was preceded in death by his father Donald Luck.

Lonnie
 enjoyed working with his hands fixing things, playing with his 
grandkids, and most of all, traveling and exploring the country with his
 wife Peggy. The two were best friends. He was always up for adventure, 
was friendly, and humbly generous to everyone he met. He could 
effortlessly strike up a conversation with anyone in the room and his 
wit put smiles on everyone’s faces. He will be deeply missed by all. 

Memorial Services will on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2pm at the First United Methodist Church, 116 W 3rd St., Liberal, KS, 67901, with Pastors Brad Bennett and Rex Petty presiding.&nbsp; 

Memorial Contributions may be made to Southwest Miracles, in care of Hornung Family Funeral Home, 1212 W 2nd St., Liberal, KS&nbsp; 67901.

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 </figure>Lonnie
 Ray Luck passed suddenly on January 3, 2023, at the age of 67. He was 
born on June 23, 1955, in Hays, Kansas, to Rosalie H. and Donald L. Luck. 
He was the oldest of five children with two brothers, Jeffrey Luck and 
Kenton Luck and two sisters, Darla Myers and Nancy Edmundson.&nbsp; He spent 
his childhood days in Elkhart, Kansas. Lonnie
 was married to the love of his life, Peggy Marie (Hansen), on July 20, 
1975. The two of them settled down in Liberal, Kansas, where Lonnie 
started Luck Refrigeration, which he operated until the time of his 
passing. Lonnie
 is survived by his mother Rosalie Luck, two sons Eric David Luck and 
wife Wendy, Adam Ray Luck and wife Jessica and three grandchildren: Lyla
 J. Luck, London G. Luck, and Levi J. Luck; two step grandchildren 
Steven Ray McBryde and wife Brandy and Micheal John McBryde and wife 
Jessina.&nbsp; Five step great-grandchildren: Dade R. Williams, Hailey W. 
Williams, Laci J. McBryde, John F. McBryde, Lily D. McBryde. He was preceded in death by his father Donald Luck.Lonnie
 enjoyed working with his hands fixing things, playing with his 
grandkids, and most of all, traveling and exploring the country with his
 wife Peggy. The two were best friends. He was always up for adventure, 
was friendly, and humbly generous to everyone he met. He could 
effortlessly strike up a conversation with anyone in the room and his 
wit put smiles on everyone’s faces. He will be deeply missed by all. Memorial Services will on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2pm at the First United Methodist Church, 116 W 3rd St., Liberal, KS, 67901, with Pastors Brad Bennett and Rex Petty presiding.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions may be made to Southwest Miracles, in care of Hornung Family Funeral Home, 1212 W 2nd St., Liberal, KS&nbsp; 67901.

Lonnie Ray Luck

Eyra Beatriz Giesick, age 55, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022 at her home in Scott City, Kansas. She was born on 
March 13, 1967, in Maracay, Venezuela, to Pedro Jose and Aura Soledad 
Serano Villafranca. She has been a member of Scott City since 2007 
moving from Jenks, Oklahoma. She was a Teacher as well as a 
Psychologist.

On September 2nd, 1998, she married Stewart J. Giesick. He passed away September 7th, 2007, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Survivors include her nephew Igor Villafranca of Caracas, Venezuela.

She was preceded in death by her parents and Husband

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 </figure>Eyra Beatriz Giesick, age 55, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022 at her home in Scott City, Kansas. She was born on 
March 13, 1967, in Maracay, Venezuela, to Pedro Jose and Aura Soledad 
Serano Villafranca. She has been a member of Scott City since 2007 
moving from Jenks, Oklahoma. She was a Teacher as well as a 
Psychologist.On September 2nd, 1998, she married Stewart J. Giesick. He passed away September 7th, 2007, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.Survivors include her nephew Igor Villafranca of Caracas, Venezuela.She was preceded in death by her parents and HusbandThere will be no visiting hours.

Eyra Beatriz Giesick

Ralph C. Wellbrock, 81, Hays, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at HaysMed.

He was born September 25, 1941, in 
Victoria to Herman and Celestine “Sally” (Dreiling) Wellbrock.&nbsp; On 
September 28, 1963, he married Patty (Herman) Wellbrock in Hays.&nbsp; He grew
 up on the family farm near Vincent, Kansas, and still enjoyed any 
opportunity to “go play in the dirt”.&nbsp; In 1959, Ralph graduated from 
Victoria High School.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. Mary’s Third Degree 
Knights of Columbus Council #6984 in Hays, St. Fidelis Fourth Degree 
Assembly #305 in Victoria, where he took on many offices including 
Faithful Navigator, and St. Joseph Catholic Church, where he served as 
an usher.&nbsp; For 12 years Ralph was a volunteer firefighter with the Hays 
Fire Department.

Ralph began working at Hays Machine 
Works in 1963 when he was hired to help them out for two weeks.&nbsp; He 
ended up staying for the next 12 years until opening his own welding and
 machine business in 1975.&nbsp; He owned and operated Ralph’s Welding and 
Machine from 1975 until his retirement in 2010 then spent the next 
twelve years continuing to tinker on various projects including 
restoring a 1947 Jeep Willys.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed supporting his 
grandson Adam and following all his activities.&nbsp; He was always very fond
 of naps, although he would always say he was “just thinking”.&nbsp; Ralph 
will forever be remembered for the numerous projects he designed, built,
 and repaired in and around the community, as well as the ornery twinkle
 in his eye.

Survivors include his wife Patty of the
 home, his daughter: Lori Flax and husband Eric of Hays, a grandson: 
Adam Flax of Plainville, two sisters: Doris Schmidt of Catharine and 
Melene Rohr of Wichita, and three sisters-in-law: Wilma VonLintel and 
husband Regis of Victoria, Merline Wellbrock of Anthony, and Norma 
Wellbrock of Hays.

He was preceded in death by his parents
 Herman and Sally, his brothers; Leroy, Milton, Jerry, Leon, and Donald 
Wellbrock, and infant brothers: Jerry and Gary Wellbrock.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00
 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at 
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will 
be at 5:30 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:30 pm, followed by a 
combined Third and Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all on 
Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested for masses or to a 
memorial to be established at a later date.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of
 Ralph may be shared with his family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Ralph C. Wellbrock, 81, Hays, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at HaysMed.He was born September 25, 1941, in 
Victoria to Herman and Celestine “Sally” (Dreiling) Wellbrock.&nbsp; On 
September 28, 1963, he married Patty (Herman) Wellbrock in Hays.&nbsp; He grew
 up on the family farm near Vincent, Kansas, and still enjoyed any 
opportunity to “go play in the dirt”.&nbsp; In 1959, Ralph graduated from 
Victoria High School.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. Mary’s Third Degree 
Knights of Columbus Council #6984 in Hays, St. Fidelis Fourth Degree 
Assembly #305 in Victoria, where he took on many offices including 
Faithful Navigator, and St. Joseph Catholic Church, where he served as 
an usher.&nbsp; For 12 years Ralph was a volunteer firefighter with the Hays 
Fire Department.Ralph began working at Hays Machine 
Works in 1963 when he was hired to help them out for two weeks.&nbsp; He 
ended up staying for the next 12 years until opening his own welding and
 machine business in 1975.&nbsp; He owned and operated Ralph’s Welding and 
Machine from 1975 until his retirement in 2010 then spent the next 
twelve years continuing to tinker on various projects including 
restoring a 1947 Jeep Willys.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed supporting his 
grandson Adam and following all his activities.&nbsp; He was always very fond
 of naps, although he would always say he was “just thinking”.&nbsp; Ralph 
will forever be remembered for the numerous projects he designed, built,
 and repaired in and around the community, as well as the ornery twinkle
 in his eye.Survivors include his wife Patty of the
 home, his daughter: Lori Flax and husband Eric of Hays, a grandson: 
Adam Flax of Plainville, two sisters: Doris Schmidt of Catharine and 
Melene Rohr of Wichita, and three sisters-in-law: Wilma VonLintel and 
husband Regis of Victoria, Merline Wellbrock of Anthony, and Norma 
Wellbrock of Hays.He was preceded in death by his parents
 Herman and Sally, his brothers; Leroy, Milton, Jerry, Leon, and Donald 
Wellbrock, and infant brothers: Jerry and Gary Wellbrock.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00
 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at 
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will 
be at 5:30 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:30 pm, followed by a 
combined Third and Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all on 
Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested for masses or to a 
memorial to be established at a later date.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of
 Ralph may be shared with his family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Ralph C. Wellbrock

Phillipsburg resident Tom Fabin passed away Jan. 5, 2023, at the 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE at the age of 64.

Survivors include his wife Peggy of Phillipsburg; his son Michael 
&amp; wife Tasha of Hays; daughter, Kimberly Bui of Phillipsburg &amp; 6
 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 2:00 p.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating. 
The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday &amp; 9:00 to 9:00 Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillipsburg Library or the Phillips County Hospital Lab &amp; X-ray departments.

Phillipsburg resident Tom Fabin passed away Jan. 5, 2023, at the 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE at the age of 64.Survivors include his wife Peggy of Phillipsburg; his son Michael 
&amp; wife Tasha of Hays; daughter, Kimberly Bui of Phillipsburg &amp; 6
 grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 2:00 p.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating. 
The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday &amp; 9:00 to 9:00 Monday at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillipsburg Library or the Phillips County Hospital Lab &amp; X-ray departments.

Tom Fabin 

Deborah
 “Debbie”&nbsp; Evelyn Stauverman, age 62, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on 
Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

She was born February 2, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to Richard and Evelyn Stauverman.

Debbie
 moved to Fallon, Nevada where she had her children, Michael Bock; Bryan
 (Anna) Bock; and AnnaLisa (Benjie) Smith.&nbsp; She then moved to Hays, 
Kansas where she received her Master’s Degree in Science at Fort Hays 
State University, and was a long-standing member of Liberty Foursquare 
Church.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, and leaves behind her three 
children, four grandchildren, and many other family and friends.

Memorial
 services will be at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Liberty 
Foursquare Church, 400 East 7th Street, Hays, Kansas with Pastor Steve 
Schultz officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later
 date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Services
 are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd 
Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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 </figure>Deborah
 “Debbie”&nbsp; Evelyn Stauverman, age 62, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on 
Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.She was born February 2, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to Richard and Evelyn Stauverman.Debbie
 moved to Fallon, Nevada where she had her children, Michael Bock; Bryan
 (Anna) Bock; and AnnaLisa (Benjie) Smith.&nbsp; She then moved to Hays, 
Kansas where she received her Master’s Degree in Science at Fort Hays 
State University, and was a long-standing member of Liberty Foursquare 
Church.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, and leaves behind her three 
children, four grandchildren, and many other family and friends.Memorial
 services will be at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Liberty 
Foursquare Church, 400 East 7th Street, Hays, Kansas with Pastor Steve 
Schultz officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later
 date.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services
 are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd 
Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Deborah 'Debbie' Evelyn Stauverman

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 1:30 
PM, at the Ash Rock Cemetery in Woodston. Visitation will be on Sunday, 
4PM until 8PM at the funeral home in Stockton.

Memorials
 are suggested to Ash Rock Cemetery or Woodston Rural Fire Department and may 
be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 1:30 
PM, at the Ash Rock Cemetery in Woodston. Visitation will be on Sunday, 
4PM until 8PM at the funeral home in Stockton.Memorials
 are suggested to Ash Rock Cemetery or Woodston Rural Fire Department and may 
be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Robert E. 'Bob' McCall

Sonja Marie Foos, 71, passed away January 5, 2023, at her home in Burdett.

She was born March 18, 1951, in Great Bend, the daughter of Bryce “Bud” and Virginia Lancaster Welsh.

A lifetime area resident, she was a secretary for Raymond Bauer 
Agency. She was a member of Burdett United Methodist Church, Ladies Card
 Night, and was a Pawnee Heights coach for many years. Sonja was very 
family oriented and enjoyed camping, going to the lake and spending time
 with her family. She liked woodworking, crafts, playing softball, and 
collecting Precious Moments.

On July 17, 1971, she married Terry Foos at Burdett; he preceded her in death on September 3, 2011.

Survivors include: three sons, Richard (SonJA) Foos, Burdett, George 
(Stephanie) Foos, Seward, Nebraska, Jesse Foos, Larned; two daughters, 
Crystal (Josh) Smith, Burdett, Mherical Foos, Burdett; brother, Lyle 
(Ann) Welsh, Enid, Oklahoma; eleven grandchildren, Bo, Rickey, Andrew, 
Wyatt, Brinleigh, Bret, Parker, Tatum, Jordyn, Keira, Cooper; and 
several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a grandson, Deklan Foos.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Burdett
 United Methodist Church with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding. Visitation 
will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in 
Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.

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

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 </figure>Sonja Marie Foos, 71, passed away January 5, 2023, at her home in Burdett.She was born March 18, 1951, in Great Bend, the daughter of Bryce “Bud” and Virginia Lancaster Welsh.A lifetime area resident, she was a secretary for Raymond Bauer 
Agency. She was a member of Burdett United Methodist Church, Ladies Card
 Night, and was a Pawnee Heights coach for many years. Sonja was very 
family oriented and enjoyed camping, going to the lake and spending time
 with her family. She liked woodworking, crafts, playing softball, and 
collecting Precious Moments.On July 17, 1971, she married Terry Foos at Burdett; he preceded her in death on September 3, 2011.Survivors include: three sons, Richard (SonJA) Foos, Burdett, George 
(Stephanie) Foos, Seward, Nebraska, Jesse Foos, Larned; two daughters, 
Crystal (Josh) Smith, Burdett, Mherical Foos, Burdett; brother, Lyle 
(Ann) Welsh, Enid, Oklahoma; eleven grandchildren, Bo, Rickey, Andrew, 
Wyatt, Brinleigh, Bret, Parker, Tatum, Jordyn, Keira, Cooper; and 
several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a grandson, Deklan Foos.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Burdett
 United Methodist Church with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding. Visitation 
will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in 
Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.Memorials may be given to the Sonja Foos Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Sonja Marie Foos

November 3, 1941 ~ January 5, 2023

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

Donations are suggested to Shriners Hospital for Children and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland KS 67735.

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 </figure>November 3, 1941 ~ January 5, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Donations are suggested to Shriners Hospital for Children and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland KS 67735.

Judy Mae (Perry) Berg

Frederick W. “Bill” Beckmeyer, of Salina, Kan., passed away on 
Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Medford, Okla., on January 19, 
1930, to Fred and Irene (Sheeran) Beckmeyer.

Bill graduated from Chapman, Kan., High School in 1948, where he was 
involved in various sports. He graduated from Kansas State University 
with a degree in Journalism in 1952. He served in the United States Army
 Infantry as a 1st Lt. in the Korean War, with the 5th Regimental Combat
 Team.

Bill was employed at Sunflower Bank as Sr. Vice President and served 
on the bank’s executive committee, working in the correspondent 
division. He wrote a monthly newsletter for correspondent customers 
featuring banking events and people, titled “It Occurs to Me.” Bill also
 worked as a consultant for the American Bankers Association. He 
attended the Colorado School of Banking and Bank Marketing School. He 
was a 50-year member of the Kansas Bankers Association, served as State 
Director for the Bank Administration Institute, and served on numerous 
banking committees.

Other organizations include Salina Diocese Financial Council, Salina 
Regional Health Center Foundation, Sacred Heart High School Education 
Board, Sacred Heart High School Endowment Board, St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church Parish Council, Knights of Columbus 4th Degree, Kansas State 
President’s Club, Kansas State Alumni Assoc., Ahearn Fund, and a member 
of the Kansas State Track Team. Bill founded the First Class Five Road 
Race and co-founded the Bishop Fitzsimon’s Golf Tournament.

Bill was always there for this family, offering sound advice, telling
 jokes, and old family stories to make them smile. He was a father 
figure to many he worked with, taking time to listen, and giving advice 
when asked.

Bill is survived by his son, William and wife, Debbie, of Lincoln, 
Kan.; two granddaughters, Mary Francis and Eilleen; and sister, Ann 
DuBois, of Overland Park, Kan. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, 
Marita, and sister, Mary Saetiorius.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 
2023, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, 
Salina, with a rosary prior to the service at 9:45 a.m. Burial will 
follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Chapman, Kan., with military 
honors provided by the United States Army.

Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church or Catholic Charities, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Frederick W. “Bill” Beckmeyer, of Salina, Kan., passed away on 
Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Medford, Okla., on January 19, 
1930, to Fred and Irene (Sheeran) Beckmeyer.Bill graduated from Chapman, Kan., High School in 1948, where he was 
involved in various sports. He graduated from Kansas State University 
with a degree in Journalism in 1952. He served in the United States Army
 Infantry as a 1st Lt. in the Korean War, with the 5th Regimental Combat
 Team.Bill was employed at Sunflower Bank as Sr. Vice President and served 
on the bank’s executive committee, working in the correspondent 
division. He wrote a monthly newsletter for correspondent customers 
featuring banking events and people, titled “It Occurs to Me.” Bill also
 worked as a consultant for the American Bankers Association. He 
attended the Colorado School of Banking and Bank Marketing School. He 
was a 50-year member of the Kansas Bankers Association, served as State 
Director for the Bank Administration Institute, and served on numerous 
banking committees.Other organizations include Salina Diocese Financial Council, Salina 
Regional Health Center Foundation, Sacred Heart High School Education 
Board, Sacred Heart High School Endowment Board, St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church Parish Council, Knights of Columbus 4th Degree, Kansas State 
President’s Club, Kansas State Alumni Assoc., Ahearn Fund, and a member 
of the Kansas State Track Team. Bill founded the First Class Five Road 
Race and co-founded the Bishop Fitzsimon’s Golf Tournament.Bill was always there for this family, offering sound advice, telling
 jokes, and old family stories to make them smile. He was a father 
figure to many he worked with, taking time to listen, and giving advice 
when asked.Bill is survived by his son, William and wife, Debbie, of Lincoln, 
Kan.; two granddaughters, Mary Francis and Eilleen; and sister, Ann 
DuBois, of Overland Park, Kan. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, 
Marita, and sister, Mary Saetiorius.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 
2023, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, 
Salina, with a rosary prior to the service at 9:45 a.m. Burial will 
follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Chapman, Kan., with military 
honors provided by the United States Army.Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church or Catholic Charities, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Frederick W. 'Bill' Beckmeyer

Duane Lee Thacker, 79, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022, at the Hospice and Homecare of Reno, County in 
Hutchinson, Kansas.

Duane was born on August 21, 1943, in Russell, Kansas, the son of 
Percy E. and Ruby (Corwin) Thacker.&nbsp; He grew up in Paradise, Kansas and 
graduated from Paradise High School.&nbsp; He was married to Janet Schmitz 
and later was married to Janet Burghardt.&nbsp; He also lived in Stockton and
 Luray and worked as owner and operator of I-70 Used Cars.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
old cars, working on cars, old westerns on TV, riding horses when he was
 younger and spending time with his family.&nbsp; Most of all he especially 
enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving family include his sons Rick Thacker of Russell, Kansas, 
Ronnie (Shawna) Thacker of Offerle, Kansas and Russell Thacker of Hays, 
Kansas; step-son Kelly (Sarah) DePiesse of Hays, Kansas, brother Alex 
“Butch” Thacker of Salina, Kansas, significant other Mary DePiesse of 
Russell, Kansas, 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 1 niece and 4 
nephews.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; son Ryan Thacker, Daughter 
Rachelle “Shelley” Thacker, sister Darlene Mowry and wives Janet Lynn 
(Schmitz) Thacker and Janet Marie (Burghardt) Thacker.

Cremation has been selected by the family and a memorial service will
 be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2022, at the Luray 
United Methodist Church in Luray, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial of remains will be at a
 later date.&nbsp; 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

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 </figure>Duane Lee Thacker, 79, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022, at the Hospice and Homecare of Reno, County in 
Hutchinson, Kansas.Duane was born on August 21, 1943, in Russell, Kansas, the son of 
Percy E. and Ruby (Corwin) Thacker.&nbsp; He grew up in Paradise, Kansas and 
graduated from Paradise High School.&nbsp; He was married to Janet Schmitz 
and later was married to Janet Burghardt.&nbsp; He also lived in Stockton and
 Luray and worked as owner and operator of I-70 Used Cars.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
old cars, working on cars, old westerns on TV, riding horses when he was
 younger and spending time with his family.&nbsp; Most of all he especially 
enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.Surviving family include his sons Rick Thacker of Russell, Kansas, 
Ronnie (Shawna) Thacker of Offerle, Kansas and Russell Thacker of Hays, 
Kansas; step-son Kelly (Sarah) DePiesse of Hays, Kansas, brother Alex 
“Butch” Thacker of Salina, Kansas, significant other Mary DePiesse of 
Russell, Kansas, 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 1 niece and 4 
nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; son Ryan Thacker, Daughter 
Rachelle “Shelley” Thacker, sister Darlene Mowry and wives Janet Lynn 
(Schmitz) Thacker and Janet Marie (Burghardt) Thacker.Cremation has been selected by the family and a memorial service will
 be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2022, at the Luray 
United Methodist Church in Luray, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial of remains will be at a
 later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

Duane Lee Thacker

Mary Lee (Polak) Piroutek, 78, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Smith Center Health and Rehab Center, Smith Center, KS. 
 Mary was born August 18, 1944, in Belleville, KS, the daughter of 
Rudolph and Julia (Sterba) Polak.&nbsp; Mary married Dennis Piroutek on May 
16, 1965, and to this union, they were blessed with three boys, Brad, 
Russ and Jeff. Mary was raised in Munden, and eventually the 
family moved to their farm north of Narka, KS, where she lived until she
 graduated.&nbsp; She was baptized on September 20, 1944, at St. George 
Catholic Church in Munden, and later in life became a member of the 
Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; Mary graduated from Narka High School and attended
 Brown Mackie College in Salina.&nbsp; After finishing her degree at Brown 
Mackie, she worked in Salina at the Kansas Board of Trade Office until 
she and Dennis were married.&nbsp; After marriage, Mary and Dennis moved to 
Beloit, KS, where they spent five years.&nbsp; Later, they settled in Smith 
Center, where they have lived the rest of their lives, working and 
raising a family.&nbsp; For 40 years, Mary worked side by side 
with Dennis as bookkeeper at the business they owned and operated, Smith
 Center Machine and Auto Supply.&nbsp; She also worked at Smith Center Coast 
to Coast for a short time.&nbsp; Between these jobs, she still found time to 
be the homemaker, raising and taking care of 3 boys and all the 
activities that come with being a wife and a mother. Mary was
 a faithful member of the Smith Center Presbyterian Church, active in 
many roles within the church and food pantry.&nbsp; Mary also enjoyed being 
involved with 4-H, Meals on Wheels, Young Mother’s Club and operating 
the Tea Room Parlor with a close family friend.&nbsp; Mary thoroughly enjoyed
 planning and going on family vacations, being able to visit a number of
 National Parks with Dennis and her family at her side.&nbsp; She also 
greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching them 
grow.&nbsp; Mary always had such a joyful smile and will be dearly missed by 
all. She is proceeded in death by her parents, brother Richard Polak and his wife Sandra. 
 Left to celebrate her life is her loving husband Dennis, their 
children Brad (Julie) of Reno, Nevada, Russ (Stacia) of Belleville, KS, 
Jeff of Gardner, KS, brother Jim (Sue) Polak, Wichita, KS, grandchildren
 Nick, Hayley, Zack and Duncan, along with other nieces, nephews, 
cousins and friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30
 A.M., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the United Methodist Church, Smith 
Center, KS, with Pastor Maggie McIntosh officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 held on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with 
family present to greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at All 
Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Burial 
will take place in the National Cemetery, 1750 280 RD, Narka, KS, at 
3:00 p.m. Saturday.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Smith Center United 
Methodist Church or Smith Center Heath and Rehab and can be sent in care
 of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Mary Lee (Polak) Piroutek, 78, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Smith Center Health and Rehab Center, Smith Center, KS. 
 Mary was born August 18, 1944, in Belleville, KS, the daughter of 
Rudolph and Julia (Sterba) Polak.&nbsp; Mary married Dennis Piroutek on May 
16, 1965, and to this union, they were blessed with three boys, Brad, 
Russ and Jeff. Mary was raised in Munden, and eventually the 
family moved to their farm north of Narka, KS, where she lived until she
 graduated.&nbsp; She was baptized on September 20, 1944, at St. George 
Catholic Church in Munden, and later in life became a member of the 
Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; Mary graduated from Narka High School and attended
 Brown Mackie College in Salina.&nbsp; After finishing her degree at Brown 
Mackie, she worked in Salina at the Kansas Board of Trade Office until 
she and Dennis were married.&nbsp; After marriage, Mary and Dennis moved to 
Beloit, KS, where they spent five years.&nbsp; Later, they settled in Smith 
Center, where they have lived the rest of their lives, working and 
raising a family.&nbsp; For 40 years, Mary worked side by side 
with Dennis as bookkeeper at the business they owned and operated, Smith
 Center Machine and Auto Supply.&nbsp; She also worked at Smith Center Coast 
to Coast for a short time.&nbsp; Between these jobs, she still found time to 
be the homemaker, raising and taking care of 3 boys and all the 
activities that come with being a wife and a mother. Mary was
 a faithful member of the Smith Center Presbyterian Church, active in 
many roles within the church and food pantry.&nbsp; Mary also enjoyed being 
involved with 4-H, Meals on Wheels, Young Mother’s Club and operating 
the Tea Room Parlor with a close family friend.&nbsp; Mary thoroughly enjoyed
 planning and going on family vacations, being able to visit a number of
 National Parks with Dennis and her family at her side.&nbsp; She also 
greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching them 
grow.&nbsp; Mary always had such a joyful smile and will be dearly missed by 
all. She is proceeded in death by her parents, brother Richard Polak and his wife Sandra. 
 Left to celebrate her life is her loving husband Dennis, their 
children Brad (Julie) of Reno, Nevada, Russ (Stacia) of Belleville, KS, 
Jeff of Gardner, KS, brother Jim (Sue) Polak, Wichita, KS, grandchildren
 Nick, Hayley, Zack and Duncan, along with other nieces, nephews, 
cousins and friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30
 A.M., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the United Methodist Church, Smith 
Center, KS, with Pastor Maggie McIntosh officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 held on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with 
family present to greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at All 
Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Burial 
will take place in the National Cemetery, 1750 280 RD, Narka, KS, at 
3:00 p.m. Saturday.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Smith Center United 
Methodist Church or Smith Center Heath and Rehab and can be sent in care
 of the funeral chapel.

Mary L. Piroutek

January 22, 1941
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 4, 2023

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Dr.-R.A.--Buzz-Peterson?obId=26832225#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

January 22, 1941
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 4, 2023An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Dr.-R.A.--Buzz-Peterson?obId=26832225#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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