May 2, 1944
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 2, 2023

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

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

May 2, 1944
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 2, 2023An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kathleen-Mary-Brown?obId=26817809#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Kathleen Mary Brown

Jerita&nbsp;O’Bryan, age 82, passed away Thursday, December 29th, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born October 28th, 1940, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Estell Horn.

Jerita&nbsp;attended Mount Carmel High School in Florien, LA. She wore many hats throughout her life. She was a military wife for 38 years, moving frequently with each endeavor, always landing on her feet and ready to make the next place home for her family. She worked many jobs from being a stay-at-home mom, cashier, clerk, grade school secretary, and retired from the City of Hugoton as a power plant operator of 19 years.

On April 30th, 1956, she married her husband of 57 years, Lonnie Irvin O’Bryan, in Sabine Parish, Louisiana, who passed away on November 10th, 2013. During their marriage, they had three children, Lonnie (Buddy), Tracy and Kerry.

Jerita&nbsp;loved her flower garden, planting trees, birds (especially cardinals), doing ceramics, sewing, and crocheting&nbsp;afghans&nbsp;for her family. She also supported animal rescue and 4-H.

In her later years,&nbsp;Jerita’s&nbsp;retirement was spent selflessly raising an unexpected second family of three very young grandchildren with her husband, taking very little time for herself. They moved to Wakefield, Kansas in 2003, with a view of Milford Lake, which her grandchildren very much enjoyed as they grew up and went to school.

In May of 2021, she moved to western Kansas to be closer to family and to have the help she needed along the way, as she finally admitted she could no longer do it alone. She was preceded in death by her mother, Estell, husband Lonnie and granddaughter Karly&nbsp;Werry.

Jerita&nbsp;is survived by three children, son Lonnie O’Bryan &amp; wife Dona of Carlton, daughter Tracy Noel &amp; husband Vincent of Gove, and son Kerry O’Bryan of Shelbina. Seven grandchildren, Sean O’Bryan &amp; wife Jeanine; Zane O’Bryan &amp; wife Rosalie; Devin O’Bryan &amp; wife Mariah, Ruby Noel,&nbsp;Ivee&nbsp;Noel, Gillian O’Bryan, and&nbsp;Shoshannah&nbsp;Estell; and seven great-grandchildren, Cora &amp; Adrian&nbsp;Werry; Seven &amp; Silas O’Bryan;&nbsp;Dreyson&nbsp;Noel-Harvey; Alyssa &amp; Julius O’Bryan.

No Services were requested. In inurnment at a later date at the WaKeeney Veterans Cemetery in WaKeeney, KS

Memorial contributions are suggested to Wakefield Public Library, 205 3rd St, Wakefield, KS 67487, or Faithful Friends Cemetery, 1442 Barn Road, Solomon, KS 67480. &nbsp;Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th&nbsp;Street, WaKeeney, KS, 67672&nbsp;

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jerita&nbsp;O’Bryan, age 82, passed away Thursday, December 29th, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born October 28th, 1940, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Estell Horn.Jerita&nbsp;attended Mount Carmel High School in Florien, LA. She wore many hats throughout her life. She was a military wife for 38 years, moving frequently with each endeavor, always landing on her feet and ready to make the next place home for her family. She worked many jobs from being a stay-at-home mom, cashier, clerk, grade school secretary, and retired from the City of Hugoton as a power plant operator of 19 years.On April 30th, 1956, she married her husband of 57 years, Lonnie Irvin O’Bryan, in Sabine Parish, Louisiana, who passed away on November 10th, 2013. During their marriage, they had three children, Lonnie (Buddy), Tracy and Kerry.Jerita&nbsp;loved her flower garden, planting trees, birds (especially cardinals), doing ceramics, sewing, and crocheting&nbsp;afghans&nbsp;for her family. She also supported animal rescue and 4-H.In her later years,&nbsp;Jerita’s&nbsp;retirement was spent selflessly raising an unexpected second family of three very young grandchildren with her husband, taking very little time for herself. They moved to Wakefield, Kansas in 2003, with a view of Milford Lake, which her grandchildren very much enjoyed as they grew up and went to school.In May of 2021, she moved to western Kansas to be closer to family and to have the help she needed along the way, as she finally admitted she could no longer do it alone. She was preceded in death by her mother, Estell, husband Lonnie and granddaughter Karly&nbsp;Werry.Jerita&nbsp;is survived by three children, son Lonnie O’Bryan &amp; wife Dona of Carlton, daughter Tracy Noel &amp; husband Vincent of Gove, and son Kerry O’Bryan of Shelbina. Seven grandchildren, Sean O’Bryan &amp; wife Jeanine; Zane O’Bryan &amp; wife Rosalie; Devin O’Bryan &amp; wife Mariah, Ruby Noel,&nbsp;Ivee&nbsp;Noel, Gillian O’Bryan, and&nbsp;Shoshannah&nbsp;Estell; and seven great-grandchildren, Cora &amp; Adrian&nbsp;Werry; Seven &amp; Silas O’Bryan;&nbsp;Dreyson&nbsp;Noel-Harvey; Alyssa &amp; Julius O’Bryan.No Services were requested. In inurnment at a later date at the WaKeeney Veterans Cemetery in WaKeeney, KSMemorial contributions are suggested to Wakefield Public Library, 205 3rd St, Wakefield, KS 67487, or Faithful Friends Cemetery, 1442 Barn Road, Solomon, KS 67480. &nbsp;Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th&nbsp;Street, WaKeeney, KS, 67672&nbsp;Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com&nbsp;

Jerita O’Bryan

Dorothy Lea (Wagner) Voss, 85, passed away December 31, 2022, at the 
Graham County Hospital in Hill City.  She was born October 26, 1937, at 
her home in rural Graham County, Kansas, to Russell and Lila Grace 
(Crawford) Wagner.  She was the middle of five children. Dorothy 
graduated from Edmond High School in 1955.  After attending Kansas 
University for one year, Dorothy moved back to Graham County and 
accepted a position with the Graham County ASC office.  She continued to
 work there for a short time after she was married.

Dorothy
 met the love of her life and lifelong companion, Norman Voss and were 
married June 10, 1962.  Norman and Dorothy lived in several homes on Bow
 Creek before settling on their farm near Densmore, Kansas in 1974. 
Dorothy was a great supporter of her husband and was always willing to 
lend a hand wherever it might be needed. In 1989, Norman decided to go 
back into the ministry.  They served in Sydney, Iowa, Circleville, 
Kansas, and Colby, Kansas before retiring in Plainville, Kansas.  In 
2006, they moved back to the family farm and lived there until 2021 when
 they moved to Bogue, Kansas.

Dorothy was a wonderful wife, 
mother, sister and daughter who was always there when her family needed 
her.  She never met a stranger and will leave a huge gap in our hearts 
and lives.  Family was the most important aspect of her life. She loved 
deeply and instilled good values, work ethics and importance of family. 
 Her beautiful smile was contagious. She taught her children and 
grandchildren gardening, cooking, sewing and had the patience of gold. 
Dorothy made special decorated cakes and favorite meals for each of her 
children’s birthdays.  That tradition was so special it was carried on 
by her children.  She hosted many family and friend gatherings, often on
 the spur of the moment, and made each one a special occasion.  She was 
an amazing baker and often had special treats fresh out of the oven when
 the family arrived, or kids got home from school.  Homemade ice cream 
with chocolate cake became a family tradition for special events and 
sometimes for no reason at all.  She was proud of her huge vegetable 
garden and her flower garden.  She usually had “help” from her kitties 
while gardening.  She spent countless hours with her grandchildren 
reading books, playing games, making pies, teaching them to sew and so 
much more. She made each grandchild a quilt and also crocheted intricate
 Christmas ornaments for her grandchildren every year which will always 
hold wonderful memories.  She had a special bond with her puppy, Buddy, 
who was nearly always by her side.

Dorothy is survived 
by her husband, Norman, son Wayne and Kellie Voss of Hays, Kansas, 
daughter Martha and Tony Stutterheim of Scottsdale, Arizona and daughter
 Paula and Rob Amerine of Chandler, Arizona; nine grandchildren: Allen 
Voss, Luke Amerine, Rachel (Nick) Dooley, Aaron Voss, Jordon Voss, 
Matthew Amerine, Valerie Stutterheim, Joshua Amerine, Ethan Voss, 
great-grandson John Voss and two sisters: Lila Dumcum and Rosalie 
Merriman. She was preceded in death by her parents Russell and Lila; 
brother, David Wagner; sister Beulah Holmess; and grandson Ian 
Stutterheim.

Dorothy was a strong Christian who dearly loved the 
Lord.   To her we say, “Thank you for the warm smiles, big hugs and all 
the love anyone could give!”

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Lea--Voss?obId=26812306#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Dorothy Lea (Wagner) Voss, 85, passed away December 31, 2022, at the 
Graham County Hospital in Hill City. She was born October 26, 1937, at 
her home in rural Graham County, Kansas, to Russell and Lila Grace 
(Crawford) Wagner. She was the middle of five children. Dorothy 
graduated from Edmond High School in 1955. After attending Kansas 
University for one year, Dorothy moved back to Graham County and 
accepted a position with the Graham County ASC office. She continued to
 work there for a short time after she was married.Dorothy
 met the love of her life and lifelong companion, Norman Voss and were 
married June 10, 1962. Norman and Dorothy lived in several homes on Bow
 Creek before settling on their farm near Densmore, Kansas in 1974. 
Dorothy was a great supporter of her husband and was always willing to 
lend a hand wherever it might be needed. In 1989, Norman decided to go 
back into the ministry. They served in Sydney, Iowa, Circleville, 
Kansas, and Colby, Kansas before retiring in Plainville, Kansas. In 
2006, they moved back to the family farm and lived there until 2021 when
 they moved to Bogue, Kansas.Dorothy was a wonderful wife, 
mother, sister and daughter who was always there when her family needed 
her. She never met a stranger and will leave a huge gap in our hearts 
and lives. Family was the most important aspect of her life. She loved 
deeply and instilled good values, work ethics and importance of family. 
 Her beautiful smile was contagious. She taught her children and 
grandchildren gardening, cooking, sewing and had the patience of gold. 
Dorothy made special decorated cakes and favorite meals for each of her 
children’s birthdays. That tradition was so special it was carried on 
by her children. She hosted many family and friend gatherings, often on
 the spur of the moment, and made each one a special occasion. She was 
an amazing baker and often had special treats fresh out of the oven when
 the family arrived, or kids got home from school. Homemade ice cream 
with chocolate cake became a family tradition for special events and 
sometimes for no reason at all. She was proud of her huge vegetable 
garden and her flower garden. She usually had “help” from her kitties 
while gardening. She spent countless hours with her grandchildren 
reading books, playing games, making pies, teaching them to sew and so 
much more. She made each grandchild a quilt and also crocheted intricate
 Christmas ornaments for her grandchildren every year which will always 
hold wonderful memories. She had a special bond with her puppy, Buddy, 
who was nearly always by her side.Dorothy is survived 
by her husband, Norman, son Wayne and Kellie Voss of Hays, Kansas, 
daughter Martha and Tony Stutterheim of Scottsdale, Arizona and daughter
 Paula and Rob Amerine of Chandler, Arizona; nine grandchildren: Allen 
Voss, Luke Amerine, Rachel (Nick) Dooley, Aaron Voss, Jordon Voss, 
Matthew Amerine, Valerie Stutterheim, Joshua Amerine, Ethan Voss, 
great-grandson John Voss and two sisters: Lila Dumcum and Rosalie 
Merriman. She was preceded in death by her parents Russell and Lila; 
brother, David Wagner; sister Beulah Holmess; and grandson Ian 
Stutterheim.Dorothy was a strong Christian who dearly loved the 
Lord. To her we say, “Thank you for the warm smiles, big hugs and all 
the love anyone could give!”Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Lea--Voss?obId=26812306#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Dorothy Lea (Wagner) Voss

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

July 16, 1932 ~ January 2, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Lena M. (Weis) Butler

Ali Kareem Swanson was born January 15, 1982, to Kathleen Odella 
Swanson and Darrel Williams in Denver, Colorado. He departed life 
December 24, 2022, in Hill City, Kansas. He was one of four children.

Ali
 was raised in Hill City by his grandmother Wray Petrie who loved him 
dearly. Ali enjoyed playing and watching sports especially basketball 
and his favorite team, the Denver Broncos. His favorite go to shirts 
were Bronco Jerseys. He was inspired to play sports by his two older 
brothers Edward and Rodger. Ali played football, basketball and ran 
track at Longfellow Middle School. Ali was a talented, left-handed 
basketball player who many believed could have gone much further in the 
sport. His older brother Rodger was one of his coaches for a time. He 
spent his high school career between Hill City, Morland, Hays and 
Norton. Ali was intelligent and had the ability to finish high school, 
but eventually finished with his GED.

Ali enjoyed writing and 
drawing. When learning to write in elementary school, he often received 
awards for his penmanship which evolved into the creative art and 
drawings he created as he got older. When he was away, he often wrote 
beautiful letters to his little sister Jamie and other family members. 
Ali enjoyed listening to music and sharing his favorite songs with 
people. He also liked to rap and write songs.

Ali loved to make 
people laugh and often did without trying, just being himself. Many 
people loved Ali, but many of us also knew he had his own personal 
challenges. As kids Ali was his brother Edward’s biggest headache. 
Because the boys were two years apart, they often fought and wrestled. 
This was their way of showing the brotherly love they had for each 
other. All his life Ali looked up to Edward. After Ed’s passing in 2016,
 Ali struggled even more to find his purpose for life.

With tools 
in his hands, Ali  was skilled when it came to fixing things,  
especially bikes and cars. He was proficient at detailing and installing
 stereo systems. Ali’s two main jobs were spent on an oil rig and 
cooking at restaurants. He was always eager to do side work helping 
people like moving, painting, and cleaning.

Ali learned about many
 different faiths and religions, but he loved God and had him deep in 
his heart. He read his Bible daily for help and guidance. He could 
remember Scripture and would quote verses.

He was the father of 
two sons, Davian Lawrence and Drayden Andrew Austin. Ali loved his boys 
and he tried to be the best dad he knew how to be.

He is preceded 
in death by his beloved grandmother Wray Ustacia Petrie and grandfather 
George Andrew Wellington, Sr; his brother, Edward Claude Olden; and his 
uncle, George Andrew Wellington, Jr., and aunt, Joyce Ann Wellington.

Ali
 leaves behind his mother Kathleen Odella Swanson of Eskridge; brother 
Rodger Fitzscott Swanson of Colorado Springs, Colorado and sister Jamie 
Kathleen Alexander of Houston, Texas; sons: Davian Lawrence Swanson of 
Hays and Drayden Andrew Austin of Salina; nephew Jordan Tyler Swanson; 
as well as a large extended family and many friends.

Ali has been 
searching for peace since he was a little, innocent boy and he now has a
 peace that surpasses all understanding. Granny Wray has her two boys 
with her, and they are all smiling down on us from heaven.

<a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Ali-Kareem-Swanson-?obId=26778112#/obituaryInfo">Stinemetz Funeral Home</a> was in charge of arrangements.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ali Kareem Swanson was born January 15, 1982, to Kathleen Odella 
Swanson and Darrel Williams in Denver, Colorado. He departed life 
December 24, 2022, in Hill City, Kansas. He was one of four children.Ali
 was raised in Hill City by his grandmother Wray Petrie who loved him 
dearly. Ali enjoyed playing and watching sports especially basketball 
and his favorite team, the Denver Broncos. His favorite go to shirts 
were Bronco Jerseys. He was inspired to play sports by his two older 
brothers Edward and Rodger. Ali played football, basketball and ran 
track at Longfellow Middle School. Ali was a talented, left-handed 
basketball player who many believed could have gone much further in the 
sport. His older brother Rodger was one of his coaches for a time. He 
spent his high school career between Hill City, Morland, Hays and 
Norton. Ali was intelligent and had the ability to finish high school, 
but eventually finished with his GED.Ali enjoyed writing and 
drawing. When learning to write in elementary school, he often received 
awards for his penmanship which evolved into the creative art and 
drawings he created as he got older. When he was away, he often wrote 
beautiful letters to his little sister Jamie and other family members. 
Ali enjoyed listening to music and sharing his favorite songs with 
people. He also liked to rap and write songs.Ali loved to make 
people laugh and often did without trying, just being himself. Many 
people loved Ali, but many of us also knew he had his own personal 
challenges. As kids Ali was his brother Edward’s biggest headache. 
Because the boys were two years apart, they often fought and wrestled. 
This was their way of showing the brotherly love they had for each 
other. All his life Ali looked up to Edward. After Ed’s passing in 2016,
 Ali struggled even more to find his purpose for life.With tools 
in his hands, Ali was skilled when it came to fixing things, 
especially bikes and cars. He was proficient at detailing and installing
 stereo systems. Ali’s two main jobs were spent on an oil rig and 
cooking at restaurants. He was always eager to do side work helping 
people like moving, painting, and cleaning.Ali learned about many
 different faiths and religions, but he loved God and had him deep in 
his heart. He read his Bible daily for help and guidance. He could 
remember Scripture and would quote verses.He was the father of 
two sons, Davian Lawrence and Drayden Andrew Austin. Ali loved his boys 
and he tried to be the best dad he knew how to be.He is preceded 
in death by his beloved grandmother Wray Ustacia Petrie and grandfather 
George Andrew Wellington, Sr; his brother, Edward Claude Olden; and his 
uncle, George Andrew Wellington, Jr., and aunt, Joyce Ann Wellington.Ali
 leaves behind his mother Kathleen Odella Swanson of Eskridge; brother 
Rodger Fitzscott Swanson of Colorado Springs, Colorado and sister Jamie 
Kathleen Alexander of Houston, Texas; sons: Davian Lawrence Swanson of 
Hays and Drayden Andrew Austin of Salina; nephew Jordan Tyler Swanson; 
as well as a large extended family and many friends.Ali has been 
searching for peace since he was a little, innocent boy and he now has a
 peace that surpasses all understanding. Granny Wray has her two boys 
with her, and they are all smiling down on us from heaven.<a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Ali-Kareem-Swanson-?obId=26778112#/obituaryInfo">Stinemetz Funeral Home</a> was in charge of arrangements.

Ali Kareem Swanson

Evelyn M. Raab, age 87, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022, at 
the Cedars in McPherson, Kansas. She was born September 3, 1935, in 
Topeka, KS, the daughter of Kenneth M. and Betty (Olsen) Cogswell. 

She grew up on a farm north of Topeka. She attended Priddy Elementary School and graduated from Seaman High School in 1953. On
 January 10, 1954, she married Alfred Eugene (Gene) Raab at Elmont United
 Methodist Church in Elmont, KS. This union was blessed with three 
daughters and one son; Linda, Deanna, Joleen and Curt.

Gene 
and Evelyn purchased a farm north of Topeka. Gene worked for Santa Fe 
and Goodyear in Topeka. Evelyn worked for SW Bell Telephone and the 
Shawnee County office. They raised registered Angus cattle for the 
children to show in 4-H and FFA as well as state and national Angus 
shows. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, the love of 
her life, husband Gene (April 6, 2007), and daughter Linda Raab Sharp 
(February 8, 2009).

She is survived by two daughters, Deanna 
Sents (Allan) of McPherson; Joleen Raab of WaKeeney, and son Curt Raab 
(Traci) of Topeka, in addition, eight grandchildren, 19 
great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Karl Cogswell, San
 Marcos, CA and Robert Cogswell (Donna) of Topeka, KS and one chosen 
sister, Marilyn Downes (Jac) of Topeka, and several nieces and nephews. Evelyn
 was a member of the Kansas Farm Bureau, Ladies of the Moose, Red Hat 
Society, Working Sams Camping Club, New Comers and Travel Club, Prime 
Timers and Travel Club and Shawnee County Travel Group.

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 </figure>Evelyn M. Raab, age 87, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022, at 
the Cedars in McPherson, Kansas. She was born September 3, 1935, in 
Topeka, KS, the daughter of Kenneth M. and Betty (Olsen) Cogswell. She grew up on a farm north of Topeka. She attended Priddy Elementary School and graduated from Seaman High School in 1953. On
 January 10, 1954, she married Alfred Eugene (Gene) Raab at Elmont United
 Methodist Church in Elmont, KS. This union was blessed with three 
daughters and one son; Linda, Deanna, Joleen and Curt. Gene 
and Evelyn purchased a farm north of Topeka. Gene worked for Santa Fe 
and Goodyear in Topeka. Evelyn worked for SW Bell Telephone and the 
Shawnee County office. They raised registered Angus cattle for the 
children to show in 4-H and FFA as well as state and national Angus 
shows. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, the love of 
her life, husband Gene (April 6, 2007), and daughter Linda Raab Sharp 
(February 8, 2009). She is survived by two daughters, Deanna 
Sents (Allan) of McPherson; Joleen Raab of WaKeeney, and son Curt Raab 
(Traci) of Topeka, in addition, eight grandchildren, 19 
great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Karl Cogswell, San
 Marcos, CA and Robert Cogswell (Donna) of Topeka, KS and one chosen 
sister, Marilyn Downes (Jac) of Topeka, and several nieces and nephews. Evelyn
 was a member of the Kansas Farm Bureau, Ladies of the Moose, Red Hat 
Society, Working Sams Camping Club, New Comers and Travel Club, Prime 
Timers and Travel Club and Shawnee County Travel Group.

Evelyn M. Raab

Wilma Jean Vratil, 96, passed away December 31, 2022, at Presbyterian Manor, Lawrence.

She was born February 27, 1926, in Osawatomie, the daughter of Orland and Hazel Glinkman Shearer.

A Larned resident until moving to Lawrence in 2014, she was an aide 
at Larned State Hospital. She was a member of Larned United Methodist 
Church where she was a Sunday School teacher. She was a member of JFR 
Club, St. Joseph Auxiliary, a Girl Scout Troop leader, she volunteered 
at the Budget Shop and may other activities.

She married Charley Vratil at Larned and they were married for 66 years; he preceded her in death in 2013.

Survivors include: son, Gary (Jeanette) Vratil, Rose Hill; daughter, 
Sherry Vratil, Lawrence; three grandchildren, Kent Vratil, Winfield, 
Betsy (Chris) Bumgarner, Andover, Scott Schmidt, Lawrence; four great 
grandchildren, Brandon Bumgarner, Todd Bumgarner, Marion Schmidt, and 
Elle Schmidt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Beth Crumet, and sister, Velma Shearer.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Tricia North presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Larned United Methodist Church in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal 
condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Wilma Jean Vratil, 96, passed away December 31, 2022, at Presbyterian Manor, Lawrence.She was born February 27, 1926, in Osawatomie, the daughter of Orland and Hazel Glinkman Shearer.A Larned resident until moving to Lawrence in 2014, she was an aide 
at Larned State Hospital. She was a member of Larned United Methodist 
Church where she was a Sunday School teacher. She was a member of JFR 
Club, St. Joseph Auxiliary, a Girl Scout Troop leader, she volunteered 
at the Budget Shop and may other activities.She married Charley Vratil at Larned and they were married for 66 years; he preceded her in death in 2013.Survivors include: son, Gary (Jeanette) Vratil, Rose Hill; daughter, 
Sherry Vratil, Lawrence; three grandchildren, Kent Vratil, Winfield, 
Betsy (Chris) Bumgarner, Andover, Scott Schmidt, Lawrence; four great 
grandchildren, Brandon Bumgarner, Todd Bumgarner, Marion Schmidt, and 
Elle Schmidt.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Beth Crumet, and sister, Velma Shearer.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Tricia North presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Larned United Methodist Church in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal 
condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Wilma Jean Vratil

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

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>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

Alberta M. Bahr, 92, died December 30, 2022, at Ultra Care Home Plus 
in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born May 27, 1930, in Great Bend, Kansas, 
the daughter of William J. Stoss, Sr. and Marie (Pundsack) Stoss.&nbsp; 
Alberta was raised on the family farm south of Olmitz, and attended the 
District 77 Grade School.&nbsp; She then went to High School in Great Bend 
where she graduated in the Class of 1948.&nbsp; After high school she worked 
for a time in the Scheufler Supply Company, but soon met her soulmate, 
Bernard Bahr, at a Valentine’s dance in Olmitz and was married a short 
time later. They were married on June 20, 1950, at St. Ann’s Catholic 
Church in Olmitz. Her job then changed to farmwife where she quickly 
became an active part of the farm.

Alberta always had a big garden, and canned everything, and enjoyed 
raising chickens on the farm.&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook and was known 
for her turkey dressing, angel food cake, and apricot and poppyseed 
kuchen. Her grandchildren were always spoiled with leftovers and she 
loved showing them the farm life.

Alberta was a lifelong member of the St. Ann’s Catholic Church, where
 she received all of her sacraments, from baptism, first holy communion,
 confirmation, and marriage. She was very involved in the church in 
many ways, often leading the rosary and always helping in the Altar 
Society.&nbsp;

She is survived by her two daughters; Karen Nelson and husband Galen 
of Wichita and Bonnie Glaser and husband Kelly of Derby; sister, Lois 
Mauler of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Amanda Selvam and husband 
Anthony of Bonney Lake, Washington, John Nelson and fiancé Ashley Bruner
 of Wichita, Jessica Glaser of Kansas City, Missouri, and Kayla Cress 
and husband Steven of Shawnee; and four great-grandchildren, Annaliese 
and Adam Selvam, and Adeline and Julia Cress.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, William J. 
“Bill” Bahr, two brothers, Bill and Marvin Stoss, and three infant 
grandchildren.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Vigil and Rosary will begin at 7 p.m., all at 
the funeral home.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 7th,
 2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Terrance 
Klein.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Catholic Church, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Alberta M. Bahr, 92, died December 30, 2022, at Ultra Care Home Plus 
in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born May 27, 1930, in Great Bend, Kansas, 
the daughter of William J. Stoss, Sr. and Marie (Pundsack) Stoss.&nbsp; 
Alberta was raised on the family farm south of Olmitz, and attended the 
District 77 Grade School.&nbsp; She then went to High School in Great Bend 
where she graduated in the Class of 1948.&nbsp; After high school she worked 
for a time in the Scheufler Supply Company, but soon met her soulmate, 
Bernard Bahr, at a Valentine’s dance in Olmitz and was married a short 
time later. They were married on June 20, 1950, at St. Ann’s Catholic 
Church in Olmitz. Her job then changed to farmwife where she quickly 
became an active part of the farm.Alberta always had a big garden, and canned everything, and enjoyed 
raising chickens on the farm.&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook and was known 
for her turkey dressing, angel food cake, and apricot and poppyseed 
kuchen. Her grandchildren were always spoiled with leftovers and she 
loved showing them the farm life.Alberta was a lifelong member of the St. Ann’s Catholic Church, where
 she received all of her sacraments, from baptism, first holy communion,
 confirmation, and marriage. She was very involved in the church in 
many ways, often leading the rosary and always helping in the Altar 
Society.&nbsp;She is survived by her two daughters; Karen Nelson and husband Galen 
of Wichita and Bonnie Glaser and husband Kelly of Derby; sister, Lois 
Mauler of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Amanda Selvam and husband 
Anthony of Bonney Lake, Washington, John Nelson and fiancé Ashley Bruner
 of Wichita, Jessica Glaser of Kansas City, Missouri, and Kayla Cress 
and husband Steven of Shawnee; and four great-grandchildren, Annaliese 
and Adam Selvam, and Adeline and Julia Cress.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, William J. 
“Bill” Bahr, two brothers, Bill and Marvin Stoss, and three infant 
grandchildren.Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Vigil and Rosary will begin at 7 p.m., all at 
the funeral home.&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 7th,
 2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Terrance 
Klein.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz, Kansas.Memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Catholic Church, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Alberta M. Bahr

Carol Kay Whisman of Palco, KS, passed away on December 31, 
2022, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, KS, surrounded by
 family after a long battle with cancer, at the age of 70. She was born 
on September 2, 1952, in Hays, KS, to George and Berdena (Veatch) 
Whisman. She was united in marriage to Jack Dean in Mankato, KS in 1986.
 They later divorced.

Carol was raised on a farm in the
 Palco area. She loved this life with cattle, field work, rural living, 
and the outdoors. In 1970 she graduated from Palco High School and went 
on to earn a bachelor’s degree in music from Fort Hays University and 
Kansas State University. She received her MBA in finance from the 
University of Kansas and her Principal License from Fort Hays 
University. She taught music and band in several Kansas towns. While 
teaching in Belleville, she took the band to the Cherry Blossum Festival
 in Washington DC, and a year later they marched in the Fiesta Bowl in 
Phoenix, AZ.

While at Kansas State University, she 
became a 4-H International Foreign Exchange Student in Europe. She chose
 to visit families in Germany which became a life-long exchange. She 
made several trips to visit these friends and they made several to 
Kansas.

In retirement, she became the choir director at
 St. John’s Lutheran Church of Ellis. She loved the music, the choir, 
and the people of the church. What a happy experience.

Carol
 is survived by her mother, Berdena Whisman of Palco; sister, Nancy 
Beyea of Palco; sister-in-law, Leola Whisman; nephews, Greggory Whisman,
 Geoffrey (Cammie) Whisman and family, Galen Whisman and Blake Beyea; 
niece, Nadia Beyea and family; friend, Mark Keller; many cousins; and a 
host of friends.

She is preceded in death by her father, George Whisman and her brother Daren Whisman.

For
 Carol, life was an adventure of music, traveling and family. Her 
encouragement and love of music gave us faith to sing and dance, peace 
to our lives, and to encourage generations to continue.

A
 funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 10:30 AM,
 at the United Methodist Church in Palco. There will be no public 
visitation.

Memorials are suggested to Palco USD 269 
(for the music programs) and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral 
Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

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 </figure>Carol Kay Whisman of Palco, KS, passed away on December 31, 
2022, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, KS, surrounded by
 family after a long battle with cancer, at the age of 70. She was born 
on September 2, 1952, in Hays, KS, to George and Berdena (Veatch) 
Whisman. She was united in marriage to Jack Dean in Mankato, KS in 1986.
 They later divorced.Carol was raised on a farm in the
 Palco area. She loved this life with cattle, field work, rural living, 
and the outdoors. In 1970 she graduated from Palco High School and went 
on to earn a bachelor’s degree in music from Fort Hays University and 
Kansas State University. She received her MBA in finance from the 
University of Kansas and her Principal License from Fort Hays 
University. She taught music and band in several Kansas towns. While 
teaching in Belleville, she took the band to the Cherry Blossum Festival
 in Washington DC, and a year later they marched in the Fiesta Bowl in 
Phoenix, AZ.While at Kansas State University, she 
became a 4-H International Foreign Exchange Student in Europe. She chose
 to visit families in Germany which became a life-long exchange. She 
made several trips to visit these friends and they made several to 
Kansas.In retirement, she became the choir director at
 St. John’s Lutheran Church of Ellis. She loved the music, the choir, 
and the people of the church. What a happy experience.Carol
 is survived by her mother, Berdena Whisman of Palco; sister, Nancy 
Beyea of Palco; sister-in-law, Leola Whisman; nephews, Greggory Whisman,
 Geoffrey (Cammie) Whisman and family, Galen Whisman and Blake Beyea; 
niece, Nadia Beyea and family; friend, Mark Keller; many cousins; and a 
host of friends.She is preceded in death by her father, George Whisman and her brother Daren Whisman.For
 Carol, life was an adventure of music, traveling and family. Her 
encouragement and love of music gave us faith to sing and dance, peace 
to our lives, and to encourage generations to continue.A
 funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 10:30 AM,
 at the United Methodist Church in Palco. There will be no public 
visitation.Memorials are suggested to Palco USD 269 
(for the music programs) and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral 
Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

Carol Kay Whisman

Randy Dale Robinson, 67, passed away December 30, 2022, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born August 12, 1955, in Larned to 
Donna Robinson. Randy married Donna Dougan Oct. 11, 1974, in Larned.&nbsp; 
She survives.

Randy, a resident of Ellinwood since 2013 coming from Hays, attended 
Reach Church, Pratt, and enjoyed gun collecting, darts and bowling.

Survivors include his wife Donna Robinson of the home; one son, Randy
 J. Robinson of Ellinwood; two daughters, Michelle Morris and husband 
Duane of Pratt, and Pamela Robinson of Ellinwood; one brother, Chris 
Burns and wife Rita of Hoisington; one sister, Betty Jane Stubby and 
husband Steve of Eagle Rock, Mo.; six grandchildren, Katelyn Robl and 
husband Alex, Caleb Robinson, Cassie Robinson, Karman Morris, Koryn 
Morris and Beau Morris; one great grandchild soon to arrive; and his 17 
year old Shih-Tzu, Levi.&nbsp; He was preceded in passing by his mother, 
Donna Burns; and three sisters, Terri Schneider, Kathy Dixon and Sheila 
Weber.

Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 
Reach Church, Pratt, with Pastor J.D. Washington presiding.&nbsp; There will 
be no visitation, as cremation has taken place.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be given 
to the Randy Robinson Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 
1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS&nbsp; 67530.

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 </figure>Randy Dale Robinson, 67, passed away December 30, 2022, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born August 12, 1955, in Larned to 
Donna Robinson. Randy married Donna Dougan Oct. 11, 1974, in Larned.&nbsp; 
She survives.Randy, a resident of Ellinwood since 2013 coming from Hays, attended 
Reach Church, Pratt, and enjoyed gun collecting, darts and bowling.Survivors include his wife Donna Robinson of the home; one son, Randy
 J. Robinson of Ellinwood; two daughters, Michelle Morris and husband 
Duane of Pratt, and Pamela Robinson of Ellinwood; one brother, Chris 
Burns and wife Rita of Hoisington; one sister, Betty Jane Stubby and 
husband Steve of Eagle Rock, Mo.; six grandchildren, Katelyn Robl and 
husband Alex, Caleb Robinson, Cassie Robinson, Karman Morris, Koryn 
Morris and Beau Morris; one great grandchild soon to arrive; and his 17 
year old Shih-Tzu, Levi.&nbsp; He was preceded in passing by his mother, 
Donna Burns; and three sisters, Terri Schneider, Kathy Dixon and Sheila 
Weber.Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 
Reach Church, Pratt, with Pastor J.D. Washington presiding.&nbsp; There will 
be no visitation, as cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Memorials may be given 
to the Randy Robinson Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 
1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS&nbsp; 67530.

Randy Dale Robinson

Mark Christopher Lane, 57, passed away January 1, 2023, at 
Medicalodges, Great Bend, Kan.&nbsp; He was born July 1, 1965, in Hoisington,
 Kan., to Joe D. and Dolores "Lori" (Demel) Lane.

Mark, a twenty plus year resident of McPherson coming from 
Hoisington, was a dedicated employee of Pfizer, Inc., McPherson, 
previously working at Fuller Brush Industries and Walmart, both Great 
Bend.&nbsp; He attended St. John Catholic School, Hoisington, and graduated 
from Hoisington High School in 1984, where he excelled in Cross 
Country.&nbsp; Upon high school graduation, Mark graduated from Barton County
 Community College and Emporia State University.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, 
bowling (once bowling a perfect game), fishing, playing pitch and 
cribbage, and above all, spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; Mark 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 
Council #5222, both McPherson, and American Legion Post 24, McPherson, 
where he generously gave of his time in fund raising for the community.&nbsp;
 He was a former member of St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, 
Hoisington, Prince of Peace Parish, Great Bend, and Knights of Columbus 
Council #862, Great Bend, and Council #1521, Hoisington.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his mother, Dolores "Lori" Lane, of Hoisington; 
three brothers, David Lane of Topeka, twin Michael Lane and wife Patti 
of Hays, and John Lane and wife Jill of Great Bend; two sisters, Lori 
Keller and husband Kevin of Great Bend, and Joan Schmidt and husband 
Daniel of Hoisington; 17 nieces and nephews and 15 great nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp; Mark was preceded in passing by his father, Joe D. Lane.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, 
at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Hoisington, with Father 
Terrance Klein presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at St. John Catholic 
Cemetery, Hoisington.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 
Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with a Vigil
 with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

Memorials may be given to Kans for Kids or Clara Barton Foundation 
(to benefit the Verda Lane Endowment Nursing Scholarship), in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 </figure>Mark Christopher Lane, 57, passed away January 1, 2023, at 
Medicalodges, Great Bend, Kan.&nbsp; He was born July 1, 1965, in Hoisington,
 Kan., to Joe D. and Dolores "Lori" (Demel) Lane.Mark, a twenty plus year resident of McPherson coming from 
Hoisington, was a dedicated employee of Pfizer, Inc., McPherson, 
previously working at Fuller Brush Industries and Walmart, both Great 
Bend.&nbsp; He attended St. John Catholic School, Hoisington, and graduated 
from Hoisington High School in 1984, where he excelled in Cross 
Country.&nbsp; Upon high school graduation, Mark graduated from Barton County
 Community College and Emporia State University.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, 
bowling (once bowling a perfect game), fishing, playing pitch and 
cribbage, and above all, spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; Mark 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 
Council #5222, both McPherson, and American Legion Post 24, McPherson, 
where he generously gave of his time in fund raising for the community.&nbsp;
 He was a former member of St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, 
Hoisington, Prince of Peace Parish, Great Bend, and Knights of Columbus 
Council #862, Great Bend, and Council #1521, Hoisington.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his mother, Dolores "Lori" Lane, of Hoisington; 
three brothers, David Lane of Topeka, twin Michael Lane and wife Patti 
of Hays, and John Lane and wife Jill of Great Bend; two sisters, Lori 
Keller and husband Kevin of Great Bend, and Joan Schmidt and husband 
Daniel of Hoisington; 17 nieces and nephews and 15 great nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp; Mark was preceded in passing by his father, Joe D. Lane.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2023, 
at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Hoisington, with Father 
Terrance Klein presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at St. John Catholic 
Cemetery, Hoisington.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 
Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with a Vigil
 with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m.Memorials may be given to Kans for Kids or Clara Barton Foundation 
(to benefit the Verda Lane Endowment Nursing Scholarship), in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Mark Christopher Lane

Clarence Lee Chartier, 90 of Kearney formerly of Joplin, MO passed away 
Friday, December 30, 2022, at Kinship Point Northridge in Kearney. 
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023, at O’Brien 
Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney with Pastor John Fowler 
officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at 
the funeral home. Interment will be held at Athens Cemetery in Jewell, 
Kansas. Memorials are suggested to AseraCare Hospice. Condolences may be shared online at <a href="http://www.osrfh.com" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. 
 Clarence was born December 8, 1932 in Leavenworth, KS to Arthur L. 
Chartier, Sr. and Katherine L. (Cook) Chartier. He was raised in 
Leavenworth, KS and received his education from Leavenworth High School,
 graduating with the class of 1951. Clarence then attended Kansas State 
University where he met Jeneane Holloway. The couple was united in 
marriage May 29, 1952 on Campus. Clarence's first employment was as a 
newspaper carrier beginning shortly before his 9th birthday. From that 
time on during his education years he always had part-time jobs. After 
marriage he worked in the retail field for several years and worked 
briefly for Union Pacific Railroad before beginning his career at the 
U.S. Postal Service in Joplin, Missouri, retiring in 1992. He was 
recognized as the First Mayor of Loma Linda, Mo. after his efforts in 
incorporating the town in 1995. Clarence was well known in the Joplin 
and Loma Linda communities, and was active in Cub Scouts as a Pack 
Master and was a 32nd degree Mason. He enjoyed singing and was a 
longtime member of the "Keenagers” which sang at numerous events. 
Clarence enjoyed playing golf, achieving a hole-in-one in 1988. He was 
also an avid photographer. Left to cherish his memory are
 his wife, Jeneane Chartier of Kearney; children, Roxanne (Keith) 
Tillotson of Kearney, Dr. Gavin (Tonya) Chartier of Vincennes, IN and 
Vance (Linda) Chartier of Hays, KS; 15 grandchildren; 19 great 
grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Merlin (June) Holloway of Arlington, TX 
and Leon (Aurora) Holloway of Round Rock, TX; as well as many nieces, 
nephews, extended family and friends. Clarence was preceded in
 death by his parents; brother, Arthur L. Chartier, Jr.; and his 
sisters, Bonnie Chartier and Donna Douglas.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Clarence Lee Chartier, 90 of Kearney formerly of Joplin, MO passed away 
Friday, December 30, 2022, at Kinship Point Northridge in Kearney. 
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023, at O’Brien 
Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home in Kearney with Pastor John Fowler 
officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at 
the funeral home. Interment will be held at Athens Cemetery in Jewell, 
Kansas. Memorials are suggested to AseraCare Hospice. Condolences may be shared online at <a href="http://www.osrfh.com" target="_blank">www.osrfh.com</a>. Services are entrusted to O’Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral and Cremation Services. 
 Clarence was born December 8, 1932 in Leavenworth, KS to Arthur L. 
Chartier, Sr. and Katherine L. (Cook) Chartier. He was raised in 
Leavenworth, KS and received his education from Leavenworth High School,
 graduating with the class of 1951. Clarence then attended Kansas State 
University where he met Jeneane Holloway. The couple was united in 
marriage May 29, 1952 on Campus. Clarence's first employment was as a 
newspaper carrier beginning shortly before his 9th birthday. From that 
time on during his education years he always had part-time jobs. After 
marriage he worked in the retail field for several years and worked 
briefly for Union Pacific Railroad before beginning his career at the 
U.S. Postal Service in Joplin, Missouri, retiring in 1992. He was 
recognized as the First Mayor of Loma Linda, Mo. after his efforts in 
incorporating the town in 1995. Clarence was well known in the Joplin 
and Loma Linda communities, and was active in Cub Scouts as a Pack 
Master and was a 32nd degree Mason. He enjoyed singing and was a 
longtime member of the "Keenagers” which sang at numerous events. 
Clarence enjoyed playing golf, achieving a hole-in-one in 1988. He was 
also an avid photographer. Left to cherish his memory are
 his wife, Jeneane Chartier of Kearney; children, Roxanne (Keith) 
Tillotson of Kearney, Dr. Gavin (Tonya) Chartier of Vincennes, IN and 
Vance (Linda) Chartier of Hays, KS; 15 grandchildren; 19 great 
grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Merlin (June) Holloway of Arlington, TX 
and Leon (Aurora) Holloway of Round Rock, TX; as well as many nieces, 
nephews, extended family and friends. Clarence was preceded in
 death by his parents; brother, Arthur L. Chartier, Jr.; and his 
sisters, Bonnie Chartier and Donna Douglas.&nbsp;

Clarence Lee Chartier

Billie J. Hunt, age 85, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2023, at 
the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. He was born on April 
2, 1937, in Scott City, Kansas, to Arthur and Opal Fern Mast Hunt. He was a
 farmer and loved all animals, especially his dogs. He was a lifelong 
resident of Scott City.

Survivors include his niece Marsha &amp; Randy Heronemus of Leoti, 
Kansas, three nephews Brett Hunt of Leoti, Kansas, Bart Hunt of Leoti, 
Kansas and Bill &amp; Gail Hunt of Leoti, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Jeanie Hunt, one brother and sister-in-law Bert &amp; Pearl Hunt.

Graveside service will be held at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott 
City, Kansas on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Terry Laws 
presiding.&nbsp;

Memorials in Lieu of flowers may be given to the Scott County Animal Rescue.

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 </figure>Billie J. Hunt, age 85, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2023, at 
the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. He was born on April 
2, 1937, in Scott City, Kansas, to Arthur and Opal Fern Mast Hunt. He was a
 farmer and loved all animals, especially his dogs. He was a lifelong 
resident of Scott City.Survivors include his niece Marsha &amp; Randy Heronemus of Leoti, 
Kansas, three nephews Brett Hunt of Leoti, Kansas, Bart Hunt of Leoti, 
Kansas and Bill &amp; Gail Hunt of Leoti, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Jeanie Hunt, one brother and sister-in-law Bert &amp; Pearl Hunt.Graveside service will be held at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott 
City, Kansas on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Terry Laws 
presiding.&nbsp;Memorials in Lieu of flowers may be given to the Scott County Animal Rescue.There will be no visiting hours.

Billie J. Hunt

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)

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

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;

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