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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Clifford Harry Winters

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maxine Leigh Salmans

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Delores Jane Hertel

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Richard D. Bronson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Billye June (Clark) Yowell

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

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

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

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

Robert B. Moellering

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

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

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

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

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

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

Genelda Pha 'Nellie' Gumescheimer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Janet Sue Molzahn

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Warren Thomas Zimmerman

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

She was a retired Avon sales representative and homemaker.

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

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

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

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

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

Lynda J. Becker

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

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

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

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

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

Anna Evans

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

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

Elizabeth Joyce Sassmann

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Monet Drake

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

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

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

Randall Drew 'Randy' Rome

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sharyl Elaine (Roberts) Cass

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Anette L. Lewis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1672506182983.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Calvina Mae (Miner) Thomas, age 82, of Houston, Texas, formerly of Hays, Kansas, died peacefully at home on December 20, 2022.She
 was born on April 8, 1940, in Loveland, CO to Calvin Woodrow Miner and 
Mary Levina (Wages) Miner. Calvina graduated from Osborne High School in
 1958 in Osborne, KS. Throughout her life she lived in Colorado, 
Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Texas. She was a prolific 
believer in higher education as evidenced by her academic achievements 
which include:Nursing Diploma - Asbury Hospital School of Nursing, Salina, KS September 1, 1961Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS December 25, 1972Master of Science – Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS, August 1, 1974Specialist in Education – Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS, May 21, 1976Doctor of Philosophy – Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, December 17, 1983Calvina
 had an extensive career in the nursing field, which she worked at for 
51 years. During that time, she served and helped thousands of patients,
 and taught hundreds of nursing students (including foreign nursing 
exchange students) and helped shape state-wide nursing programs. Her 
expertise in nursing was sought out by many organizations throughout the
 United States, as well as foreign countries including Russia, where she
 traveled to study their nursing programs and to provide input on 
nursing programs within the United States. She had many roles within 
the nursing community including registered nurse, professor at Fort Hays
 Kansas State University; Director of College of Health Sciences and 
Hospital, Western Kansas AHEC Program, University of Kansas; Assistant 
Director of Education and Licensure, Missouri State Board of Nursing; 
and ASBN Program Coordinator, Arkansas State Board of Nursing. She 
received an Exceptional Contribution Award from the State Boards of 
Nursing, Arkansas, on August 6, 2008.During her 
limited free time, Calvina enjoyed traveling, painting, stained glass 
art, sewing, reading and watching British murder mysteries. She always 
had a dog or two to keep her company. Calvina retired from the Arkansas 
State Board of Nursing on November 30, 2010 and relocated to Houston, 
Texas on September 14, 2010.Survivors include two 
sons, Jeff Thomas and wife Stacia, of Kenesaw, NE; Brett Thomas and wife
 Brenda, Houston, TX; brothers Kurt Miner of Osborne, KS and Kendall 
Miner and wife, Renee of Russell, KS; sister in law Linda Miner, Beloit,
 KS, six grandchildren, grandson Zach and wife Julie Thomas, 
granddaughters Haley Thomas and McKenzie Thomas, grandsons Adam Thomas 
and Ryan Thomas, granddaughter Anna Thomas; and three great 
granddaughters Tatum Thomas, Hazel Thomas and Leni ThomasShe
 is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, James Daniel 
Miner, September 15, 2006, and Wayne C. Miner, March 16, 2019.In
 lieu of flowers, the family has requested that you consider making a 
charitable donation to The American Nursing Foundation to advance and 
protect the Profession of Nursing. 
https://givetonursing.networkforgood.com/projects/181627-calvina-mae-thomas-memorial-campaignClick <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Calvina-Mae-Thomas?obId=26750771#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Calvina Mae (Miner) Thomas

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Francis Joseph Haberman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Franklin Dale Reinhardt

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

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

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

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

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

Sandra Jo Slaughter

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Angela Christina Chavez

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

A full obituary is pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

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

Floy Bigam

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

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

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

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

Jeannine Irene Vaupel

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Burial will follow at the Natoma City Cemetery.

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

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

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

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

Glenn E. Crawford

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

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

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

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