Gail Gene Oberhelman, 74, passed away on Dec. 22, 2022, at HaysMed in Hays. He was born on Aug. 14, 1948, the son of Melvin and Viola (Copeland) Oberhelman.

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, at the United Methodist Church, Ness City. Burial in the Ness City Cemetery, Ness City. Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Frank Stull American Legion Post No. 152, Ransom, VFW Post No. 7972.

Gail Gene Oberhelman, 74, passed away on Dec. 22, 2022, at HaysMed in Hays. He was born on Aug. 14, 1948, the son of Melvin and Viola (Copeland) Oberhelman.Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, at the United Methodist Church, Ness City. Burial in the Ness City Cemetery, Ness City. Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be given to the Frank Stull American Legion Post No. 152, Ransom, VFW Post No. 7972.

Gail Gene Oberhelman

Randall R. "Randy" Sangster, 73, of Oakley, passed away on Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, at the Citizens Medical Center, Colby. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Arrangements with Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home are pending.

Randall R. "Randy" Sangster, 73, of Oakley, passed away on Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, at the Citizens Medical Center, Colby. Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; Arrangements with Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home are pending.

Randall R. 'Randy' Sangster

Ruth “Evalyn” Wilson was born May 13, 1938, in the family house in Sonora, Texas, to Thomas Jefferson Wall and Viola Elizabeth (Turner) Wall.&nbsp; She passed away on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, at the Trego County Lemke Memorial Long Term Care, WaKeeney, at the age of 84.&nbsp;

Evalyn grew up in Sonora and moved to WaKeeney to be close to her sister Pearl, where she met Vernon “Dick” Wilson. On Jan. 16, 1960, Evalyn married Dick Wilson in WaKeeney at the home of Alvina and Howard Wilson, to this union, they were blessed with four children, and they made their home in WaKeeney. She was employed at the Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital as a ward clerk for 25 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Her love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren was apparent and always had a special place in her heart. She was often referred to as “A” by her Texas nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Among her favorite hobbies were going to auctions, reading, gardening, playing cards, and particularly bridge. She was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Epsilon Sigma Sorority.&nbsp;

Evalyn is survived by five children, Eric (Jamie) Sjo, Ozark, Ark., Les (Karen) Wilson, Hays, Tony (Kimmie) Wilson, Tulsa, Okla., Sandra (Sam) Courtney, Norton, Cynthia (Donald) Brunzell, Grand Island, Neb.; grandchildren, Cameron, Tanner, and Dustin Sjo; Kathryn McEwan; Anthony Wilson, Piper and Jet Wilson; Chris Wilson; Joshua, Josiah, Brianna, and Megan Brunzell; 14 great-grandchildren, sister, Katie Jenkens; brothers, Allan Wall and Jack Wall.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Evalyn is preceded in death by her husband, Dick Wilson, father Thomas Wall, mother, Viola (Turner) Wall, brothers, Leroy Wall, Thomas Wall, Richard Wall, and Jimmy Wall, sisters, Bernice Wall, Stella Wall, Marie Hollmig and Pearl Thompson, and three great-grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Schmitt Funeral Home in WaKeeney. Inurnment will follow at the WaKeeney City Cemetery, WaKeeney. A luncheon to follow at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. &nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to Trego County Lemke Memorial Long Term Care. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th&nbsp;St., WaKeeney, KS, 67672&nbsp;

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>&nbsp;

Ruth “Evalyn” Wilson was born May 13, 1938, in the family house in Sonora, Texas, to Thomas Jefferson Wall and Viola Elizabeth (Turner) Wall.&nbsp; She passed away on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, at the Trego County Lemke Memorial Long Term Care, WaKeeney, at the age of 84.&nbsp;Evalyn grew up in Sonora and moved to WaKeeney to be close to her sister Pearl, where she met Vernon “Dick” Wilson. On Jan. 16, 1960, Evalyn married Dick Wilson in WaKeeney at the home of Alvina and Howard Wilson, to this union, they were blessed with four children, and they made their home in WaKeeney. She was employed at the Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital as a ward clerk for 25 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren was apparent and always had a special place in her heart. She was often referred to as “A” by her Texas nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Among her favorite hobbies were going to auctions, reading, gardening, playing cards, and particularly bridge. She was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Epsilon Sigma Sorority.&nbsp;Evalyn is survived by five children, Eric (Jamie) Sjo, Ozark, Ark., Les (Karen) Wilson, Hays, Tony (Kimmie) Wilson, Tulsa, Okla., Sandra (Sam) Courtney, Norton, Cynthia (Donald) Brunzell, Grand Island, Neb.; grandchildren, Cameron, Tanner, and Dustin Sjo; Kathryn McEwan; Anthony Wilson, Piper and Jet Wilson; Chris Wilson; Joshua, Josiah, Brianna, and Megan Brunzell; 14 great-grandchildren, sister, Katie Jenkens; brothers, Allan Wall and Jack Wall.&nbsp;&nbsp;Evalyn is preceded in death by her husband, Dick Wilson, father Thomas Wall, mother, Viola (Turner) Wall, brothers, Leroy Wall, Thomas Wall, Richard Wall, and Jimmy Wall, sisters, Bernice Wall, Stella Wall, Marie Hollmig and Pearl Thompson, and three great-grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Schmitt Funeral Home in WaKeeney. Inurnment will follow at the WaKeeney City Cemetery, WaKeeney. A luncheon to follow at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. &nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Trego County Lemke Memorial Long Term Care. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th&nbsp;St., WaKeeney, KS, 67672&nbsp;Condolences may be left for the family by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>&nbsp;

Evalyn Wilson

A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, December 30, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton. There will be no public visitation.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Stockton Recreation Commission (for kids’ sports equipment) and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Obituary pending...A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, December 30, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton. There will be no public visitation.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Stockton Recreation Commission (for kids’ sports equipment) and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Gregory 'Greg' Allen Balthazor

Funeral services for Robert L. Lewis, age 86, will be held Monday, 
December 19, 2022, at 1:00 PM at the Garfield Christian Fellowship Church
 at Garfield, Washington.&nbsp;&nbsp; Pastors Dean Walker and Martin Matson will 
officiate at the service.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Garfield Cemetery.&nbsp; Mr.
 Lewis died December 14, 2022, at LaDow Court in Garfield.

Robert was born July 21, 1936, at Steptoe, Washington, to Robert Lee 
and Wanda Mae&nbsp; Lewis.&nbsp;&nbsp; He attended schools in Steptoe.&nbsp; Robert joined 
the cement finishers union when he was 18 years old.

He married Norma E. Copner on December 26, 1954, at Coeur d’Alene, 
Idaho.&nbsp; The couple made their home in Garfield.&nbsp; Mr. Lewis was a 
concrete finisher and had worked on many area dam projects.&nbsp;&nbsp; He had 
also worked for Lydig Construction Company in Pullman where he worked on
 many campus buildings.&nbsp; Robert and Norma also farmed 80 acres in the 
Garfield area.

He was a member of the Garfield Christian Church, Local #72 Cement 
Finishers Union in Spokane; the LaDow Grange, and the Garfield Gun Club.

Survivors include three sons, Clay Lewis of Potlatch, ID, Alan Lewis 
of Garfield, WA, and Jeffrey Lewis of Los Altos, CA; a foster daughter, 
Patricia Weber of Hays, Kansas; a brother, John Lewis of Spokane, 
WA; sisters Penny Gilchrist of Colfax, WA and Patricia Franklin of Iola,
 Kansas; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandsons. He was preceded in death
 by his wife Norma and a sister Linda Marlow.

Memorial gifts may be given to the Garfield Christian Church in Garfield.

Kramer Funeral Home of Palouse, WA is caring for the family. Kramer 
Funeral Home of Palouse, Washington is caring for the family.&nbsp; Online 
condolences may be left at www.kramercares.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Funeral services for Robert L. Lewis, age 86, will be held Monday, 
December 19, 2022, at 1:00 PM at the Garfield Christian Fellowship Church
 at Garfield, Washington.&nbsp;&nbsp; Pastors Dean Walker and Martin Matson will 
officiate at the service.&nbsp; Burial will be at the Garfield Cemetery.&nbsp; Mr.
 Lewis died December 14, 2022, at LaDow Court in Garfield.Robert was born July 21, 1936, at Steptoe, Washington, to Robert Lee 
and Wanda Mae&nbsp; Lewis.&nbsp;&nbsp; He attended schools in Steptoe.&nbsp; Robert joined 
the cement finishers union when he was 18 years old.He married Norma E. Copner on December 26, 1954, at Coeur d’Alene, 
Idaho.&nbsp; The couple made their home in Garfield.&nbsp; Mr. Lewis was a 
concrete finisher and had worked on many area dam projects.&nbsp;&nbsp; He had 
also worked for Lydig Construction Company in Pullman where he worked on
 many campus buildings.&nbsp; Robert and Norma also farmed 80 acres in the 
Garfield area.He was a member of the Garfield Christian Church, Local #72 Cement 
Finishers Union in Spokane; the LaDow Grange, and the Garfield Gun Club.Survivors include three sons, Clay Lewis of Potlatch, ID, Alan Lewis 
of Garfield, WA, and Jeffrey Lewis of Los Altos, CA; a foster daughter, 
Patricia Weber of Hays, Kansas; a brother, John Lewis of Spokane, 
WA; sisters Penny Gilchrist of Colfax, WA and Patricia Franklin of Iola,
 Kansas; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandsons. He was preceded in death
 by his wife Norma and a sister Linda Marlow.Memorial gifts may be given to the Garfield Christian Church in Garfield.Kramer Funeral Home of Palouse, WA is caring for the family. Kramer 
Funeral Home of Palouse, Washington is caring for the family.&nbsp; Online 
condolences may be left at www.kramercares.com

Robert L. Lewis

Zachary Paul “Zach” Bealer, 33, passed away on December 21, 2022, in 
Geary Co., Kan. He was born on September 25, 1989, in Great Bend., Kan.,
 to Richard “Rick” and Ruth (Schiller) Bealer.

A Kansas City, Mo., resident, Zach had recently joined the law firm 
of Martinez Immigration Law, focusing his practice on family-based and 
humanitarian visas and representing clients in immigration court. He was
 a 2008 graduate from Great Bend High School, a 2012 graduate with 
Distinctions from the University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree in 
Anthropology, and a 2021 graduate from Washburn University School of Law
 with Dean’s List Honors and as a recipient of the Irvine E. Ungerman 
Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice as a student intern in the 
Family Justice and Immigration Clinic. While in law school, Zach held 
various positions as a small group leader, a research assistant, a 
teaching assistant, was selected as a Student Fellow for the Equal 
Justice Works Rural Summer Legal Corps, and was a former Notes Editor 
for the Washburn Law Journal.

Between receiving his collegiate degrees, Zach served as a medical 
interpreter in Guatemala and as an AmeriCorps member in Lawrence, Kan. 
Three years of this time was spent in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, 
becoming fluent in Spanish and immersed in the culture, fueling his 
passion and goal to “interact with immigrants, listen to their stories, 
and fight for the rights of those who often face an uphill battle”.

Survivors include his mother, Ruth Bealer and significant other, John
 Makings, of Great Bend; his father, Rick Bealer and significant other, 
Donna Becker, of Great Bend; a sister, Nicole (Billy) Jacks of Colorado 
Springs, Colo.; two nieces, Anna and Rachel Jacks; an uncle and aunt, 
Paul and Lynn Schiller of Great Bend, their children Lisa Gwin, Jenni 
Bauer and their families, Jeremy, McKenzie and Cole Gwin, and Trent, 
Weston and Tyson Bauer; cousin, Loretta Kirmer; an aunt Sherry Holloway 
of North Carolina, her children, Adam Holloway, Whitney Meyers, Courtney
 Timony, Brandon Seek.&nbsp; Significant other, Bao Vincent Ho of Wichita, 
Kan.; and countless friends. He is preceded in death by his twin 
brother, Ryan; his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Joyce Schiller; and
 paternal grandparents, Raymond and Helen Bealer.

Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 
29, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will take place at 
10:00 a.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, at First Christian Church with 
Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend 
Cemetery North. 

Memorials have been designated to the Martinez 
Immigration Empowerment Fund (or donate through, <a href="https://martinezimmigration.com/donations/">https://martinezimmigration.com/donations/</a>), in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS&nbsp; 67530.

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 </figure>Zachary Paul “Zach” Bealer, 33, passed away on December 21, 2022, in 
Geary Co., Kan. He was born on September 25, 1989, in Great Bend., Kan.,
 to Richard “Rick” and Ruth (Schiller) Bealer.A Kansas City, Mo., resident, Zach had recently joined the law firm 
of Martinez Immigration Law, focusing his practice on family-based and 
humanitarian visas and representing clients in immigration court. He was
 a 2008 graduate from Great Bend High School, a 2012 graduate with 
Distinctions from the University of Kansas with a bachelor’s degree in 
Anthropology, and a 2021 graduate from Washburn University School of Law
 with Dean’s List Honors and as a recipient of the Irvine E. Ungerman 
Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice as a student intern in the 
Family Justice and Immigration Clinic. While in law school, Zach held 
various positions as a small group leader, a research assistant, a 
teaching assistant, was selected as a Student Fellow for the Equal 
Justice Works Rural Summer Legal Corps, and was a former Notes Editor 
for the Washburn Law Journal.Between receiving his collegiate degrees, Zach served as a medical 
interpreter in Guatemala and as an AmeriCorps member in Lawrence, Kan. 
Three years of this time was spent in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, 
becoming fluent in Spanish and immersed in the culture, fueling his 
passion and goal to “interact with immigrants, listen to their stories, 
and fight for the rights of those who often face an uphill battle”.Survivors include his mother, Ruth Bealer and significant other, John
 Makings, of Great Bend; his father, Rick Bealer and significant other, 
Donna Becker, of Great Bend; a sister, Nicole (Billy) Jacks of Colorado 
Springs, Colo.; two nieces, Anna and Rachel Jacks; an uncle and aunt, 
Paul and Lynn Schiller of Great Bend, their children Lisa Gwin, Jenni 
Bauer and their families, Jeremy, McKenzie and Cole Gwin, and Trent, 
Weston and Tyson Bauer; cousin, Loretta Kirmer; an aunt Sherry Holloway 
of North Carolina, her children, Adam Holloway, Whitney Meyers, Courtney
 Timony, Brandon Seek.&nbsp; Significant other, Bao Vincent Ho of Wichita, 
Kan.; and countless friends. He is preceded in death by his twin 
brother, Ryan; his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Joyce Schiller; and
 paternal grandparents, Raymond and Helen Bealer.Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 
29, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will take place at 
10:00 a.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, at First Christian Church with 
Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend 
Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the Martinez 
Immigration Empowerment Fund (or donate through, <a href="https://martinezimmigration.com/donations/">https://martinezimmigration.com/donations/</a>), in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS&nbsp; 67530.

Zachary Paul 'Zach' Bealer

Lynn Alice (Lambert) Murphy was laid to rest wrapped in a sunflower 
quilt made by her grandmother at the Thornburg Eminence Cemetery in 
Thornburg, Kansas.  She died on December 19, 2022, and was committed to 
the earth on what would have been her 87th birthday, December 20, 2022. 
 Lynn was the eldest of three daughters born to Treva (Ogle) Lambert and
 (Jesse) Clarence Lambert.

From the time she could 
walk, she preferred helping with farm work rather than housework.  She 
excelled in her studies at the country school one mile from her home and
 ‘in town’ at Smith Center High School.  She graduated at the top of her
 high school class.  On May 16, 1953, shortly after graduation she 
married classmate, Patt Murphy.

Patt and Lynn raised 
four children in Herington, Kansas.  She longed to work in the medical 
field and found success as a dental assistant.  Later, working long 
hours and using clever business and investment skills she poured her 
resources and talent into small business ownership.  She owned and 
managed Lynn’s Youth Fashion, clothing stores located in Herington, 
McPherson and Salina, Kansas, for over three decades. In retirement she 
worked as a business manager for her husband’s small business, American 
Indian Art Center in Abilene, Kansas.

Lynn had an eye 
for fashion.  She was a voracious reader.  She also enjoyed square and 
round dancing, playing bridge, gardening and travel.  She had a deep 
love for her family and was extremely proud of her children’s, 
grandchildren’s, and great-grandchildren’s accomplishments-especially 
the young women in her family who had the opportunity to achieve what 
simply wasn’t possible for a young Kansas farm girl in the 1950s.

Lynn
 was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Michael Murphy and 
Dennis (King) Murphy and son-in-law David Lewerenz.  She is survived by 
her husband of Queen Creek, AZ, two daughters, Patrice Lewerenz of 
Denver, CO and Deborah (Steve) Ebke of Daykin, NE, fourteen 
grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren, and sisters Ardyus 
Blickenstaff of Smith Center and Mary Balch of Hickman, NE.

In lieu of gifts or flowers, go out of your way to help someone and say ‘thanks’ often.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Lynn-Alice-Murphy?obId=26732905#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Lynn Alice (Lambert) Murphy was laid to rest wrapped in a sunflower 
quilt made by her grandmother at the Thornburg Eminence Cemetery in 
Thornburg, Kansas. She died on December 19, 2022, and was committed to 
the earth on what would have been her 87th birthday, December 20, 2022. 
 Lynn was the eldest of three daughters born to Treva (Ogle) Lambert and
 (Jesse) Clarence Lambert.From the time she could 
walk, she preferred helping with farm work rather than housework. She 
excelled in her studies at the country school one mile from her home and
 ‘in town’ at Smith Center High School. She graduated at the top of her
 high school class. On May 16, 1953, shortly after graduation she 
married classmate, Patt Murphy.Patt and Lynn raised 
four children in Herington, Kansas. She longed to work in the medical 
field and found success as a dental assistant. Later, working long 
hours and using clever business and investment skills she poured her 
resources and talent into small business ownership. She owned and 
managed Lynn’s Youth Fashion, clothing stores located in Herington, 
McPherson and Salina, Kansas, for over three decades. In retirement she 
worked as a business manager for her husband’s small business, American 
Indian Art Center in Abilene, Kansas.Lynn had an eye 
for fashion. She was a voracious reader. She also enjoyed square and 
round dancing, playing bridge, gardening and travel. She had a deep 
love for her family and was extremely proud of her children’s, 
grandchildren’s, and great-grandchildren’s accomplishments-especially 
the young women in her family who had the opportunity to achieve what 
simply wasn’t possible for a young Kansas farm girl in the 1950s.Lynn
 was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Michael Murphy and 
Dennis (King) Murphy and son-in-law David Lewerenz. She is survived by 
her husband of Queen Creek, AZ, two daughters, Patrice Lewerenz of 
Denver, CO and Deborah (Steve) Ebke of Daykin, NE, fourteen 
grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren, and sisters Ardyus 
Blickenstaff of Smith Center and Mary Balch of Hickman, NE.In lieu of gifts or flowers, go out of your way to help someone and say ‘thanks’ often.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Lynn-Alice-Murphy?obId=26732905#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Lynn Alice (Lambert) Murphy

Zachary Bealer, age 33, died Dec. 21, 2022, in Geary County.

Services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

Zachary Bealer, age 33, died Dec. 21, 2022, in Geary County.Services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

Zachary Bealer

Connie Beth Walters, age 75, of Catharine, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at the Hodgeman County Health Center in Jetmore, Kansas.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Catharine. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Tuesday visitation will be 9:00 AM until service time at the church. A St. Catherine’s Christian Mothers rosary will be Monday at 6:30 PM followed by a parish vigil service. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Catherine’s Church or Christian Mothers. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/"></a>A completed is pending with&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">Keithley Funeral Homes</a>

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 </figure>Connie Beth Walters, age 75, of Catharine, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at the Hodgeman County Health Center in Jetmore, Kansas.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Catharine. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Tuesday visitation will be 9:00 AM until service time at the church. A St. Catherine’s Christian Mothers rosary will be Monday at 6:30 PM followed by a parish vigil service. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Catherine’s Church or Christian Mothers. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a><a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/"></a>A completed is pending with&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">Keithley Funeral Homes</a>

Connie Beth Walters

Verle
 Lee Mendenhall was born August 12, 1934, on the family farm in rural 
Gove County, to Leslie Lee and Marie (Hockersmith) Mendenhall. He passed
 away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Logan County Senior Living, 
Oakley, at the age of 88.

Verle
 attended and graduated from Gove High School, Gove, KS. After 
graduation, he started working on the family farm and continued farming 
and ranching for the remainder of his life. On May 24, 1953, Verle 
married Ramona Mae Noel in Gove, KS, and to this union, they were 
blessed with four sons. In 1968 he moved to Colorado for a brief stint 
to continue his love for farming and ranching then returned to the 
family farm in 1973.

His
 love for hunting, fishing, and boating were among his favorite hobbies,
 he “taught” or pulled countless kids behind his boat introducing them 
to the sport of water skiing. Verle was a pro at building terraces, 
building many miles for himself and others. In 2003 Verle and Romona 
held the coveted honor of being King and Queen at Old Settlers Day in 
Gove.

Verle
 is survived by four sons, Allen Mendenhall, Gove; Steve (Reatha) 
Mendenhall, Cheyenne Wells, CO; David Mendenhall, Gove; Daniel (Roseann)
 Mendenhall, New Raymer, CO; grandchildren, Amanda Blum, Gasville, AR;; 
Troy (Allyson) Wichita, KS; Tawni (Shaun) Willitts, Highlands Ranch, CO;
 Kami Miller, Dighton, KS; Angela (Eddie) Holloway, Briggsdale, CO; 
Shane (Jamie) Mendenhall, Greeley, CO; great-grandchildren, Helmut 
“Otto”, Chase, and Jayden Blum, Lillian Shank; Chloe and Caden 
Mendenhall; Brody, Jordyn and Myles Willitts; Gabriel Bowers; Madison 
and Mackayla Miller; MacKenzie and Mason Holloway, Jamie Bermudez; 
Jaiden and Keegan Mendenhall.

Verle
 is preceded in death by his father, Leslie Mendenhall, mother, Marie 
(Hockersmith) Mendenhall, granddaughter, Jennifer Signorelli, and 
great-grandson Charles Steven Mendenhall.

Funeral
 services will be held at Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter, KS, on 
Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 10:30 am. Visitation will be held at 
Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter, KS, on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 
9:30 am. Burial will follow at the Gove City Cemetery, Gove, KS.

Memorial
 contributions are suggested to Trego/Gove Walk-a-thon for Health or 
Hoxie Masonic Lodge #338. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home,
 901 Main Street, Quinter, KS 67752.

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

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 </figure>Verle
 Lee Mendenhall was born August 12, 1934, on the family farm in rural 
Gove County, to Leslie Lee and Marie (Hockersmith) Mendenhall. He passed
 away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Logan County Senior Living, 
Oakley, at the age of 88.Verle
 attended and graduated from Gove High School, Gove, KS. After 
graduation, he started working on the family farm and continued farming 
and ranching for the remainder of his life. On May 24, 1953, Verle 
married Ramona Mae Noel in Gove, KS, and to this union, they were 
blessed with four sons. In 1968 he moved to Colorado for a brief stint 
to continue his love for farming and ranching then returned to the 
family farm in 1973.His
 love for hunting, fishing, and boating were among his favorite hobbies,
 he “taught” or pulled countless kids behind his boat introducing them 
to the sport of water skiing. Verle was a pro at building terraces, 
building many miles for himself and others. In 2003 Verle and Romona 
held the coveted honor of being King and Queen at Old Settlers Day in 
Gove.Verle
 is survived by four sons, Allen Mendenhall, Gove; Steve (Reatha) 
Mendenhall, Cheyenne Wells, CO; David Mendenhall, Gove; Daniel (Roseann)
 Mendenhall, New Raymer, CO; grandchildren, Amanda Blum, Gasville, AR;; 
Troy (Allyson) Wichita, KS; Tawni (Shaun) Willitts, Highlands Ranch, CO;
 Kami Miller, Dighton, KS; Angela (Eddie) Holloway, Briggsdale, CO; 
Shane (Jamie) Mendenhall, Greeley, CO; great-grandchildren, Helmut 
“Otto”, Chase, and Jayden Blum, Lillian Shank; Chloe and Caden 
Mendenhall; Brody, Jordyn and Myles Willitts; Gabriel Bowers; Madison 
and Mackayla Miller; MacKenzie and Mason Holloway, Jamie Bermudez; 
Jaiden and Keegan Mendenhall.Verle
 is preceded in death by his father, Leslie Mendenhall, mother, Marie 
(Hockersmith) Mendenhall, granddaughter, Jennifer Signorelli, and 
great-grandson Charles Steven Mendenhall.Funeral
 services will be held at Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter, KS, on 
Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 10:30 am. Visitation will be held at 
Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter, KS, on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 
9:30 am. Burial will follow at the Gove City Cemetery, Gove, KS.Memorial
 contributions are suggested to Trego/Gove Walk-a-thon for Health or 
Hoxie Masonic Lodge #338. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home,
 901 Main Street, Quinter, KS 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Verle Lee Mendenhall

William E. “Bill” Thompson, 83, of Schoenchen, Kansas, died Monday, December 19, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Burial with military honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard will follow in the St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen. Visitation will be Tuesday 5 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday 9 AM until service time all at the funeral chapel. A combined rosary and prayer service will be Tuesday at the funeral chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice, Shriners Hospitals or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>. A complete obituary is pending with&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">Keithley Funeral Homes</a>.

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 </figure>William E. “Bill” Thompson, 83, of Schoenchen, Kansas, died Monday, December 19, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Burial with military honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard will follow in the St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen. Visitation will be Tuesday 5 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday 9 AM until service time all at the funeral chapel. A combined rosary and prayer service will be Tuesday at the funeral chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice, Shriners Hospitals or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>. A complete obituary is pending with&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">Keithley Funeral Homes</a>.

William E. 'Bill' Thompson

Melvin V. Martinek, 88, died Tuesday, December 20th at his home in 
Garden City, KS. He was born February 18th, 1934, in Silver Lake, 
Kansas, the son of Vince and Mary (Dvorak) Martinek. 
He grew up on a farm and held the highest regard for farmers and 
agriculture. After graduating from Silver Lake High School in 1952, Mel
 spent time in New Mexico working in an ore mine and awaiting his name 
to be called for the draft. He went through training at Fort Knox and 
served in the Army National Guard from 1957 to 1963. Mel received a 
Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from Kansas State 
University in 1961. He accepted a job with Metropolitan Life Insurance 
Company as an Ag Investments Consultant that he kept until he retired in
 1999. Mel lived in St. Joe, Mo., Silver Lake, Manhattan, Colby and 
Garden City KS. Proud of his Czech heritage, Mel loved polka dancing 
and kolaches. He was known for his wise counsel, financial knowledge, 
green thumb and love for his KSU Wildcats. 
Mel’s faith was a cornerstone in his life. He was on the church board, 
attended Sunday school and participated in Bible studies. He valued 
volunteerism and served in countless ways in the church and community. 
He was member of the Shriners, Masonic Lodge, and the Garden City Zoo 
Board. 
On July 27th, 1969, he married the love of his life, Leah Hudson, in 
Colby KS. They were married 53 years and enjoyed a lifetime of love, 
dancing and world travel. She survives.

Other survivors include two daughters, Melany &amp; husband Mark Rude of Garden City, KS
 and Melinda &amp; husband Barry Smith of Fort Collins CO, and his 
sister Marjorie McDaniel of Rossville KS. Mel had five grandchildren: 
Noah Rude &amp; Wife Valery, Caleb Rude, Caitlyn Rude, Jack Smith and 
Charlie Smith, and one great-grandson, Ezra Rude. Mel is preceded in 
death by his parents and brother, Marvin Martinek. 
A celebration of Mel’s life will be held at 3:00 on Friday, December 
23rd, at Turning Point Church of the Nazarene, Garden City, with Rev. 
Nathan Haeck officiating. There will be time to visit with family 
immediately following the service. The family suggests memorials to 
Turning Point Church of the Nazarene.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Melvin V. Martinek, 88, died Tuesday, December 20th at his home in 
Garden City, KS. He was born February 18th, 1934, in Silver Lake, 
Kansas, the son of Vince and Mary (Dvorak) Martinek. 
He grew up on a farm and held the highest regard for farmers and 
agriculture. After graduating from Silver Lake High School in 1952, Mel
 spent time in New Mexico working in an ore mine and awaiting his name 
to be called for the draft. He went through training at Fort Knox and 
served in the Army National Guard from 1957 to 1963. Mel received a 
Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from Kansas State 
University in 1961. He accepted a job with Metropolitan Life Insurance 
Company as an Ag Investments Consultant that he kept until he retired in
 1999. Mel lived in St. Joe, Mo., Silver Lake, Manhattan, Colby and 
Garden City KS. Proud of his Czech heritage, Mel loved polka dancing 
and kolaches. He was known for his wise counsel, financial knowledge, 
green thumb and love for his KSU Wildcats. 
Mel’s faith was a cornerstone in his life. He was on the church board, 
attended Sunday school and participated in Bible studies. He valued 
volunteerism and served in countless ways in the church and community. 
He was member of the Shriners, Masonic Lodge, and the Garden City Zoo 
Board. 
On July 27th, 1969, he married the love of his life, Leah Hudson, in 
Colby KS. They were married 53 years and enjoyed a lifetime of love, 
dancing and world travel. She survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Melany &amp; husband Mark Rude of Garden City, KS
 and Melinda &amp; husband Barry Smith of Fort Collins CO, and his 
sister Marjorie McDaniel of Rossville KS. Mel had five grandchildren: 
Noah Rude &amp; Wife Valery, Caleb Rude, Caitlyn Rude, Jack Smith and 
Charlie Smith, and one great-grandson, Ezra Rude. Mel is preceded in 
death by his parents and brother, Marvin Martinek. 
A celebration of Mel’s life will be held at 3:00 on Friday, December 
23rd, at Turning Point Church of the Nazarene, Garden City, with Rev. 
Nathan Haeck officiating. There will be time to visit with family 
immediately following the service. The family suggests memorials to 
Turning Point Church of the Nazarene.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Melvin V. Martinek

Michael Charles Mooney, 67, died December 17, 2022, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born July 29, 1955, in Ellinwood, 
Kansas, the son of Charles and Beatrice (Lubbers) Mooney.&nbsp; Mike 
graduated from Bushton High School in 1973.

On December 24, 2004, he married Rena Jean Glenn in Hoisington, Kansas. She survives.

A lifetime resident of Rice and Barton Counties, Mike mainly worked 
as a pumper in the oil field, a job he loved. He was also a mechanic and
 owner of Mike’s Place a bar in the rural Bushton area.&nbsp;

Mike’s hobbies included racing of all kinds, especially dirt tracks 
and mudding, often helping friends in demolition derbies just for the 
fun of it.&nbsp; He had a patient ability to make and restore clocks and 
pocketwatches with tiny gears and mechanisms with exact precision. Mike 
could usually be found enjoying time with friends at his favorite place,
 The Odin Store.

He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Rena Mooney of the home; a 
daughter, Jessica Babcock and husband Brent of Lewis; three 
grandchildren, Presten, Austin, and Jayden; a sister, Patricia Hinojos 
of Cassidy; and nephews, Miguel and Jose Hinojos, both of Cassidy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Beatrice Mooney.

Remembrance Service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel.&nbsp;

Memorials may be made to the Michael Mooney Memorial Fund, in care of
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Michael Charles Mooney, 67, died December 17, 2022, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born July 29, 1955, in Ellinwood, 
Kansas, the son of Charles and Beatrice (Lubbers) Mooney.&nbsp; Mike 
graduated from Bushton High School in 1973.On December 24, 2004, he married Rena Jean Glenn in Hoisington, Kansas. She survives.A lifetime resident of Rice and Barton Counties, Mike mainly worked 
as a pumper in the oil field, a job he loved. He was also a mechanic and
 owner of Mike’s Place a bar in the rural Bushton area.&nbsp;Mike’s hobbies included racing of all kinds, especially dirt tracks 
and mudding, often helping friends in demolition derbies just for the 
fun of it.&nbsp; He had a patient ability to make and restore clocks and 
pocketwatches with tiny gears and mechanisms with exact precision. Mike 
could usually be found enjoying time with friends at his favorite place,
 The Odin Store.He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Rena Mooney of the home; a 
daughter, Jessica Babcock and husband Brent of Lewis; three 
grandchildren, Presten, Austin, and Jayden; a sister, Patricia Hinojos 
of Cassidy; and nephews, Miguel and Jose Hinojos, both of Cassidy.He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Beatrice Mooney.Remembrance Service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel.&nbsp;Memorials may be made to the Michael Mooney Memorial Fund, in care of
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Michael Charles Mooney

Captain Cory R. Applebee, United States Navy, Retired, 50, of 
Jacksonville, Florida, and former Russell, Kansas resident, died on 
Sunday, December 18, 2022, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, 
Florida.

Cory was born on September 30, 1972, in Creve Coeur, Missouri, the 
son of Monty D. Applebee and Linda L. (Prochaska) Applebee.&nbsp; He grew up 
in Russell, Kansas, and graduated from Russell High School in 1991. 
After high school he attended and graduated from the University of 
Kansas, in Lawrence, Kansas. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as an 
officer in the United States Navy and served his country faithfully for 
26 years. While in the Navy, he received his Master’s of Human Resources
 from Webster University. He retired as a Captain in the Navy in March 
2021.&nbsp; Cory was united in marriage to Stacey Yvonne Hunnicutt on June 
23, 2001, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Cory and Stacey were blessed with three 
children Amanda, Colin and Riley.

Cory is a life member of the V.F.W. Post #6240 in Russell, Kansas. He
 was an avid Mill Valley High School football and Dallas Cowboy fan. 
Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and especially 
loved spending time with his children and attending their many sporting 
events.

Surviving family include his wife Stacey of the home, his daughter 
Amanda L. Cassidy, husband Stevie and granddaughter Ryleigh Cassidy of 
Jacksonville, FL, son Colin R. Applebee and daughter Riley D. Applebee 
both of the home; father Monty D. Applebee and wife Diana of Russell, 
Kansas; mother Linda L. (Prochaska) Applebee of Russell, Kansas; brother
 Joel T. Applebee and wife Amanda, nephews Haden and Holden and niece 
Lola of Shawnee, KS.

A celebration of Cory’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, 
January 14, 2022, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Interment will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation
 will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Friday, January 13, 2022, at the 
mortuary with family greeting guests from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. Friday 
evening.&nbsp;

 In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given to the Applebee 
Children’s College Fund and sent in care of the mortuary to 610 N. Maple
 St., Russell, KS 67665.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Captain Cory R. Applebee, United States Navy, Retired, 50, of 
Jacksonville, Florida, and former Russell, Kansas resident, died on 
Sunday, December 18, 2022, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, 
Florida.Cory was born on September 30, 1972, in Creve Coeur, Missouri, the 
son of Monty D. Applebee and Linda L. (Prochaska) Applebee.&nbsp; He grew up 
in Russell, Kansas, and graduated from Russell High School in 1991. 
After high school he attended and graduated from the University of 
Kansas, in Lawrence, Kansas. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as an 
officer in the United States Navy and served his country faithfully for 
26 years. While in the Navy, he received his Master’s of Human Resources
 from Webster University. He retired as a Captain in the Navy in March 
2021.&nbsp; Cory was united in marriage to Stacey Yvonne Hunnicutt on June 
23, 2001, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Cory and Stacey were blessed with three 
children Amanda, Colin and Riley.Cory is a life member of the V.F.W. Post #6240 in Russell, Kansas. He
 was an avid Mill Valley High School football and Dallas Cowboy fan. 
Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and especially 
loved spending time with his children and attending their many sporting 
events.Surviving family include his wife Stacey of the home, his daughter 
Amanda L. Cassidy, husband Stevie and granddaughter Ryleigh Cassidy of 
Jacksonville, FL, son Colin R. Applebee and daughter Riley D. Applebee 
both of the home; father Monty D. Applebee and wife Diana of Russell, 
Kansas; mother Linda L. (Prochaska) Applebee of Russell, Kansas; brother
 Joel T. Applebee and wife Amanda, nephews Haden and Holden and niece 
Lola of Shawnee, KS.A celebration of Cory’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, 
January 14, 2022, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Interment will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation
 will be from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Friday, January 13, 2022, at the 
mortuary with family greeting guests from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. Friday 
evening.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given to the Applebee 
Children’s College Fund and sent in care of the mortuary to 610 N. Maple
 St., Russell, KS 67665.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Captain Cory R. Applebee

Clyde M. Stone, 89, died December 18, 2022, at St. Anthony Hospital in
 Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; He was born on March 16, 1933, at Geuda Springs, 
the son of Louis W. and Dorismae (Graham) Stone.

Clyde grew up in Tribune and was a graduate of Greeley County High 
School. He married Mereta Morgan at Tribune. Clyde served in the US 
Navy. They moved to Dodge City in 1966 and have resided here since. 
Clyde was a route driver for Rainbow Bread for 30 years before retiring.
 He was active in the Dodge City Police Auxiliary.

Clyde is survived by his wife, Mereta Stone of Dodge City; a son, 
Lance Stone of Dodge City; a daughter, Mona Warren of Ellinwood; five 
grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by
 a daughter, Vicki Mercado and grandson, Justin Mercado.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, December 28, 
2022, at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City. Thoughts and memories may be
 shared in the online guest book at <a href="http://www.swaimfuneralhome">www.swaimfuneralhome</a> .com.&nbsp;

Clyde M. Stone, 89, died December 18, 2022, at St. Anthony Hospital in
 Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; He was born on March 16, 1933, at Geuda Springs, 
the son of Louis W. and Dorismae (Graham) Stone.Clyde grew up in Tribune and was a graduate of Greeley County High 
School. He married Mereta Morgan at Tribune. Clyde served in the US 
Navy. They moved to Dodge City in 1966 and have resided here since. 
Clyde was a route driver for Rainbow Bread for 30 years before retiring.
 He was active in the Dodge City Police Auxiliary.Clyde is survived by his wife, Mereta Stone of Dodge City; a son, 
Lance Stone of Dodge City; a daughter, Mona Warren of Ellinwood; five 
grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by
 a daughter, Vicki Mercado and grandson, Justin Mercado.Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, December 28, 
2022, at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City. Thoughts and memories may be
 shared in the online guest book at <a href="http://www.swaimfuneralhome">www.swaimfuneralhome</a> .com.&nbsp;

Clyde M. Stone

Maureen Jones, 89, died Monday, December 19, 2022, at High Plains Retirement Village in Lakin.

She was born September 18, 1933, in Moigh, Ballymahon County, 
Longford, Ireland, the daughter of Thomas and Julia Flood McCormack.&nbsp; 
She emigrated to the United States in 1951 and was engaged in religious 
vocations, earning her degrees from Marymount College and Fort Hays 
State University.&nbsp; An educator for 42 years, she taught in parochial and
 public schools in the Salina and Dodge City Diocese and USD 443, 
retiring in 1996.

She was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Delta Kappa Gamma, AAUW, and the Retired Teachers Association.

She married Fred T. Jones Jr. in Dodge City, Kansas, in 1972, and he 
preceded her in death in 1987. Survivors include one son, Fred Jones, 
and wife, Suzie, of Lakin, Kansas.&nbsp; Grandchildren, Cora Jones and Conor 
Jones, a sister-in-law, Nila Hartman of Ft. Collins, Colorado as well as
 numerous nieces and nephews at home and abroad. She valued education 
and had many lifelong friendships with her fellow educators that she 
treasured.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, John, 
Jimmy, and Noel, and four sisters, Bridget, Lily, Patricia, and 
Bernadette.

Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am 
Wednesday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Dodge City with Fr.
 John Stang presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial 
Gardens, Dodge City. Friends may call from noon to 7:00 pm Tuesday at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel.

The family suggests memorials to Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, 
Kansas, or High Plains Public Radio both in care of Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Maureen Jones, 89, died Monday, December 19, 2022, at High Plains Retirement Village in Lakin.She was born September 18, 1933, in Moigh, Ballymahon County, 
Longford, Ireland, the daughter of Thomas and Julia Flood McCormack.&nbsp; 
She emigrated to the United States in 1951 and was engaged in religious 
vocations, earning her degrees from Marymount College and Fort Hays 
State University.&nbsp; An educator for 42 years, she taught in parochial and
 public schools in the Salina and Dodge City Diocese and USD 443, 
retiring in 1996.She was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Delta Kappa Gamma, AAUW, and the Retired Teachers Association.She married Fred T. Jones Jr. in Dodge City, Kansas, in 1972, and he 
preceded her in death in 1987. Survivors include one son, Fred Jones, 
and wife, Suzie, of Lakin, Kansas.&nbsp; Grandchildren, Cora Jones and Conor 
Jones, a sister-in-law, Nila Hartman of Ft. Collins, Colorado as well as
 numerous nieces and nephews at home and abroad. She valued education 
and had many lifelong friendships with her fellow educators that she 
treasured.She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, John, 
Jimmy, and Noel, and four sisters, Bridget, Lily, Patricia, and 
Bernadette.Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am 
Wednesday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Dodge City with Fr.
 John Stang presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial 
Gardens, Dodge City. Friends may call from noon to 7:00 pm Tuesday at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel.The family suggests memorials to Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, 
Kansas, or High Plains Public Radio both in care of Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Maureen Jones

Phillipsburg resident Fostine Kay Gardner passed away on December 
20, 2022, at the Phillipsburg Retirement Center at the age of 83.&nbsp;

She was born on December 21, 1938, in Centralia, Illinois, to her parents Carl "Gene" Britt and Helen "Iris" (Whitten) Britt.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fostine was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Iris Britt.&nbsp;

She was survived by her son, Bradford Parker of Phillipsburg, her two
 daughters, Kimberly Shields of Phillipsburg, and Loujena Cardenas of 
Hawthorne, Nevada, as well as 7 grandchildren and 14 great 
grandchildren.

Cremation was planned. A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Phillipsburg resident Fostine Kay Gardner passed away on December 
20, 2022, at the Phillipsburg Retirement Center at the age of 83.&nbsp;She was born on December 21, 1938, in Centralia, Illinois, to her parents Carl "Gene" Britt and Helen "Iris" (Whitten) Britt.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fostine was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Iris Britt.&nbsp;She was survived by her son, Bradford Parker of Phillipsburg, her two
 daughters, Kimberly Shields of Phillipsburg, and Loujena Cardenas of 
Hawthorne, Nevada, as well as 7 grandchildren and 14 great 
grandchildren.Cremation was planned. A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Fostine Kay Gardner 

Frank Monroe McKay, son of Jack &amp; Ruth (Trouturine) McKay, was 
born May 17, 1934, in Kansas City.&nbsp; He passed away December 15, 2022, at 
the Andbe Home in Norton, KS at the age of 88.

He graduated high school &amp; then served his country in the 
United States Marine Corp. He was a farmer in Norton County, KS. After
 retiring, Frank moved to Lenora. Due to failing health, Frank entered 
the Andbe Home on November 30, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wives, Bernice &amp; Geraldine.

Frank is survived by his stepdaughter, Michele Ritchie of Lenora.

Cremation was chosen. No services are planned.

Frank Monroe McKay, son of Jack &amp; Ruth (Trouturine) McKay, was 
born May 17, 1934, in Kansas City.&nbsp; He passed away December 15, 2022, at 
the Andbe Home in Norton, KS at the age of 88.He graduated high school &amp; then served his country in the 
United States Marine Corp. He was a farmer in Norton County, KS. After
 retiring, Frank moved to Lenora. Due to failing health, Frank entered 
the Andbe Home on November 30, 2022.He was preceded in death by his parents and his wives, Bernice &amp; Geraldine.Frank is survived by his stepdaughter, Michele Ritchie of Lenora.Cremation was chosen. No services are planned.

Frank Monroe McKay

Mary Lou Schoenberger, known as "Lou Lou," was born on September
 9, 1955, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Henry and Pauline Geist.

Mary
 Lou is survived by her spouse, Dennis Schoenberger. Lou Lou is also 
survived by her daughter, Sheila Cox-Beam; her son, Curtis (Andie) Cox; 
her eight grandchildren, Kristen Clark, Shawn Beam, Jacob Cox, Alyssa 
Isenhour, Abbie Cox, Kannon Beam, Jessie Beam, and Jake Johnson; and her
 sister, Lucy (Cec) Wilson.

Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Pauline Geist.

Services were Saturday, December 17, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis, Kansas.

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 </figure>Mary Lou Schoenberger, known as "Lou Lou," was born on September
 9, 1955, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Henry and Pauline Geist.Mary
 Lou is survived by her spouse, Dennis Schoenberger. Lou Lou is also 
survived by her daughter, Sheila Cox-Beam; her son, Curtis (Andie) Cox; 
her eight grandchildren, Kristen Clark, Shawn Beam, Jacob Cox, Alyssa 
Isenhour, Abbie Cox, Kannon Beam, Jessie Beam, and Jake Johnson; and her
 sister, Lucy (Cec) Wilson.Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Pauline Geist.Services were Saturday, December 17, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis, Kansas.

Mary Lou Schoenberger

Gary Austin, age 70, of Hays, Kansas, died Monday, December 12, 2022 at his home in Hays.&nbsp; 

Gary was born in Hays, Kansas, on March 
26, 1952, to Jackie Eugene and Mary Eloise (Hillegiest) Austin.&nbsp; He 
attended and graduated from Ventura High School in Ventura, California.&nbsp;
 He enjoyed spending time with his family, was an avid fisherman, and 
could be found making models, mainly historical replicas of military 
ships, tanks, and airplanes - he loved history.&nbsp; He will be remembered 
for his commitment to hard work, especially as a roughneck in the oil 
field.

He is survived by his brothers:&nbsp; Terry 
(Nancy) Austin of Plainville, Kansas; Gordon (Audrey) Austin of 
Macksville, Kansas; and his sister: Marla Austin of Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Gary 
was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers: Robert Austin 
and Rickie Austin

Cremation has taken place and graveside
 services are pending and will be announced by Brock's~Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory.

Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Gary Austin, age 70, of Hays, Kansas, died Monday, December 12, 2022 at his home in Hays.&nbsp; Gary was born in Hays, Kansas, on March 
26, 1952, to Jackie Eugene and Mary Eloise (Hillegiest) Austin.&nbsp; He 
attended and graduated from Ventura High School in Ventura, California.&nbsp;
 He enjoyed spending time with his family, was an avid fisherman, and 
could be found making models, mainly historical replicas of military 
ships, tanks, and airplanes - he loved history.&nbsp; He will be remembered 
for his commitment to hard work, especially as a roughneck in the oil 
field.He is survived by his brothers:&nbsp; Terry 
(Nancy) Austin of Plainville, Kansas; Gordon (Audrey) Austin of 
Macksville, Kansas; and his sister: Marla Austin of Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Gary 
was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers: Robert Austin 
and Rickie AustinCremation has taken place and graveside
 services are pending and will be announced by Brock's~Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Gary Lynn Austin

Carole Joan Pfeifer, 85, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, December 18th, 2022.

Carole was born in Hays, Kansas, on August 3, 1937, a daughter of the late Ruth Marie (Gfeller) and Everett Garold Schmedemann.

Survivors
 include her husband, Marvin Pfeifer, of the home; son, Todd Pfeifer, 
(Tresa) of Salina, Kansas; 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; and 
sister, Donna McGovern Meier (Eugene), of Salina, Kansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter and son-in-law, Joannie and Michael Plunkett.

Cremation was chosen and services will be held at a later date.

Donations may be made to the donor’s choice.

Carole Joan Pfeifer, 85, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Sunday, December 18th, 2022.Carole was born in Hays, Kansas, on August 3, 1937, a daughter of the late Ruth Marie (Gfeller) and Everett Garold Schmedemann.Survivors
 include her husband, Marvin Pfeifer, of the home; son, Todd Pfeifer, 
(Tresa) of Salina, Kansas; 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; and 
sister, Donna McGovern Meier (Eugene), of Salina, Kansas.She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter and son-in-law, Joannie and Michael Plunkett.Cremation was chosen and services will be held at a later date.Donations may be made to the donor’s choice.

Carole Joan Pfeifer

Dennis Muck, 74, passed away December 18, 2022.  He was born November 24, 1948, in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Paul “Jake” and Betty (Chase) Muck.

Dennis and his parents owned and operated Muck’s Hy-Klas Market in Downs for many years.

Survivors include his sister, Cheryl (Lane) King of Farmer’s Branch, Texas; stepson, Chris (Mandy) Burda of Downs, step-daughter, Shannon (Mitch) Hempler of Norton, 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and numerous cousins and friends.

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 

 Memorials may be given to Waconda Lake Association in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS.  67437

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 </figure>Dennis Muck, 74, passed away December 18, 2022. He was born November 24, 1948, in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Paul “Jake” and Betty (Chase) Muck.Dennis and his parents owned and operated Muck’s Hy-Klas Market in Downs for many years.He is preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his sister, Cheryl (Lane) King of Farmer’s Branch, Texas; stepson, Chris (Mandy) Burda of Downs, step-daughter, Shannon (Mitch) Hempler of Norton, 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and numerous cousins and friends.Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to Waconda Lake Association in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS. 67437

Dennis Muck

Linda Lee Lakes, 79, of Salina, Kan., passed away Sunday, December 
18, 2022. She was born on March 24, 1943, in Pontiac, Mich., to Rufus 
and Nadean (Underwood) Jamison, and raised on the family farm near 
Quinter, Kan.

Linda had a long career in education, beginning as an English teacher
 in Atwood, before transitioning to special education in the Colby and 
Salina school districts. She retired as Director of the Salina Special 
Education Cooperative. Linda loved family gatherings, entertaining, and 
traveling. She, and husband, Glen, were fortunate to establish very dear
 and close friendships while in Salina.

Survivors include her husband, Dr. Glen Lakes, of the home; children,
 Lee Eisenbise (Charolette), El Dorado, Kan., Melissa Norton (Brian), 
Woodland, Calif., and Rick Lakes, Brainerd, Minn.; grandchildren, 
Brandon Norton, Woodland, Calif., Allison Norton, Spokane, Wash., and 
Ryan Jones (Kelsey), Douglas, Kan.; and great-grandchildren, Collin and 
Landon Jones.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and stepfather, John Warren Jacks.

Memorial services are pending, information will be updated at www.ryanmortuary.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salina Food Bank or 
the Greater Salina Community Foundation for the Women Helping Women 
Fund, both care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Linda Lee Lakes, 79, of Salina, Kan., passed away Sunday, December 
18, 2022. She was born on March 24, 1943, in Pontiac, Mich., to Rufus 
and Nadean (Underwood) Jamison, and raised on the family farm near 
Quinter, Kan.Linda had a long career in education, beginning as an English teacher
 in Atwood, before transitioning to special education in the Colby and 
Salina school districts. She retired as Director of the Salina Special 
Education Cooperative. Linda loved family gatherings, entertaining, and 
traveling. She, and husband, Glen, were fortunate to establish very dear
 and close friendships while in Salina.Survivors include her husband, Dr. Glen Lakes, of the home; children,
 Lee Eisenbise (Charolette), El Dorado, Kan., Melissa Norton (Brian), 
Woodland, Calif., and Rick Lakes, Brainerd, Minn.; grandchildren, 
Brandon Norton, Woodland, Calif., Allison Norton, Spokane, Wash., and 
Ryan Jones (Kelsey), Douglas, Kan.; and great-grandchildren, Collin and 
Landon Jones.She was preceded in death by her parents, and stepfather, John Warren Jacks.Memorial services are pending, information will be updated at www.ryanmortuary.com.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salina Food Bank or 
the Greater Salina Community Foundation for the Women Helping Women 
Fund, both care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Linda Lee Lakes

October 12, 1957
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 December 19, 2022

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Robert-Rob-Blackford?obId=26703414#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

October 12, 1957
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 December 19, 2022An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Robert-Rob-Blackford?obId=26703414#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Robert 'Rob' Blackford

Darlene F. Lewis, age 90, lifetime Concordia resident, left this 
earthly life on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at her home in rural 
Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born April 8, 1932, to Norman and Christine 
(Davidson) Lapo.

Darlene was a 1950 graduate of Concordia High School, Concordia, Kansas.

She married Don Lewis on Feb. 1, 1953, at The Baptist Church, Concordia.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 2, 2010.&nbsp;

She
 worked as a telephone operator for Ma Bell for several years.&nbsp; Darlene 
was also a wonderful mother, homemaker, where she was always preparing 
many meals for their farm family.

Darlene was a member of The 
Baptist Church, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; She helped in the kitchen for many 
funeral dinners and special church events.

She enjoyed baking, her
 coffee friends, her neighborhood Christmas gatherings, college football
 and basketball, was a KC Royals and Chiefs fan.&nbsp; Darlene was great at 
spreading her cheer by remembering family birthdays and sending cards to
 her family and friends at times of need.&nbsp;&nbsp; She truly loved spending 
time with his beloved family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 
friends.&nbsp; Darlene most importantly loved her Lord and read her Bible 
faithfully daily.

Darlene is survived by her daughters Kayleen 
Lewis, Concordia, KS; Kelly Schulze and husband Steve, Hays, KS; 
Jennifer Odette and husband Joe, Concordia, KS; grandchildren Cody 
Odette (Hattie) Concordia, KS; Cyle Odette (companion Mackenzie 
Mossman), Des Moines, IA; Colton Odette (Madi), Concordia, KS; Spencer 
Schulze (Leah) Coronado, CA; great-grandchildren, Brantley, Wesson, and 
Jackson; special niece Judy Salley (Ron), Rogers, AR; special 
great-nieces, Heather, Heidi and Hollie; special nephew Ronnie.

She was preceded by her husband Don Lewis, parents Norman and Christine, daughter Donita Lewis, four brothers, and five sisters.

Visitation
 will be held from 5-7 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2022, at the 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., 
Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at The Baptist Church, Concordia, Kansas with
 Pastor Steve Schulze officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant 
Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials to
 The Baptist Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; 

For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Darlene F. Lewis, age 90, lifetime Concordia resident, left this 
earthly life on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at her home in rural 
Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born April 8, 1932, to Norman and Christine 
(Davidson) Lapo.Darlene was a 1950 graduate of Concordia High School, Concordia, Kansas.She married Don Lewis on Feb. 1, 1953, at The Baptist Church, Concordia.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 2, 2010.&nbsp;She
 worked as a telephone operator for Ma Bell for several years.&nbsp; Darlene 
was also a wonderful mother, homemaker, where she was always preparing 
many meals for their farm family.Darlene was a member of The 
Baptist Church, Concordia, Kansas.&nbsp; She helped in the kitchen for many 
funeral dinners and special church events.She enjoyed baking, her
 coffee friends, her neighborhood Christmas gatherings, college football
 and basketball, was a KC Royals and Chiefs fan.&nbsp; Darlene was great at 
spreading her cheer by remembering family birthdays and sending cards to
 her family and friends at times of need.&nbsp;&nbsp; She truly loved spending 
time with his beloved family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 
friends.&nbsp; Darlene most importantly loved her Lord and read her Bible 
faithfully daily.Darlene is survived by her daughters Kayleen 
Lewis, Concordia, KS; Kelly Schulze and husband Steve, Hays, KS; 
Jennifer Odette and husband Joe, Concordia, KS; grandchildren Cody 
Odette (Hattie) Concordia, KS; Cyle Odette (companion Mackenzie 
Mossman), Des Moines, IA; Colton Odette (Madi), Concordia, KS; Spencer 
Schulze (Leah) Coronado, CA; great-grandchildren, Brantley, Wesson, and 
Jackson; special niece Judy Salley (Ron), Rogers, AR; special 
great-nieces, Heather, Heidi and Hollie; special nephew Ronnie.She was preceded by her husband Don Lewis, parents Norman and Christine, daughter Donita Lewis, four brothers, and five sisters.Visitation
 will be held from 5-7 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2022, at the 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., 
Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at The Baptist Church, Concordia, Kansas with
 Pastor Steve Schulze officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant 
Hill Cemetery, Concordia, Kansas.The family suggests memorials to
 The Baptist Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, P.O. Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

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