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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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </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.

Darlene F. Lewis

Mitzi Lee Naylor Schwien was born to Santa Monica, California couple Harold Lee Jr. and Carol Jean Naylor on October 24, 1963, less than a year after her “Irish twin” sister, Tami Lynne (Lloyd) Pruett, who survives her. The following year, her brother, Michael Shawn, who awaits her in heaven, was born sleeping. She is also survived by her sister Sandra Amato. Mitzi’s parents both predecease her. 

As a young child, Mitzi’s family relocated to Arizona, which will forever be home to a piece of Mitzi’s heart. While in Arizona, Mitzi brought her four precious children into this world, all of whom survive her: Douglas Lee Allen, Lynette Marie Allen, James Joseph Hack, Jr., and Sasha Ann Hack. Mitzi’s children were her world, and she never missed an opportunity to boast how proud she was of their many accomplishments. Mother was the most important job for Mitzi. 

In 1994, Mitzi and her young children moved to Kansas where she finally met and married her one true soulmate, Mitchell Lee Schwien, at their favorite spot in Antioch Park. Mitch and his three young sons, Jason (Jennifer), Joshua, and Jacob Schwien, all of whom also survive Mitzi, were welcomed into her world to be doted on, cooked for, and treated like her own. Mitch and Mitzi gave their seven rambunctious kids a home full of love. Mitzi also loved being a grandma and aunt. Mitzi’s grandchildren are Benjamin, David, Nolan, Adrian, Ahnalee, Lydia, and Gabriel. She had four nieces and nephews and a dozen great-nieces and nephews. All survive her and will miss her dearly. Mitch’s sisters, Torri and Michelle, considered Mitzi a sister too and spent hours gabbing with her every chance they got. In her later years in Western Kansas, Mitzi and Mitch became close to Jim Mollenkamp, their mailman by chance and best friend by choice. Mitzi also endeared herself to individuals all over the world via internet, so the ripples of her passing travel thousands of miles. Countless pets in heaven now have their two-legged momma back. If you were lucky enough to be loved by Mitzi, then you got phone calls on your birthday, an abundance of “squishy hugs,” gifts for no reason, healing stones and prayers when you were unwell, and the blessing of a real friend. Mitzi endeavored to know her purpose in life, the good in all people, the wonder of nature, and the miracle of what’s beyond. She never met a stranger. A lifelong learner, Mitzi earned several degrees, had a deep thirst for knowledge, and read dozens of books each year. On December 8, 2022, at home with her husband by her side, Mitzi passed away peacefully. She was taken too young but has been spared the pain of her debilitating condition. In lieu of flowers, please recognize Mitzi another way. Connect with a long-lost relative or friend, learn something new, feed a stranger, make a difference in someone’s day, or just loan your ear and maybe your shoulder to a person who’s hurting. When given an opportunity like that, just ask yourself, what would Mitzi do, and do it in her honor.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1671562493339.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Mitzi Lee Naylor Schwien was born to Santa Monica, California couple Harold Lee Jr. and Carol Jean Naylor on October 24, 1963, less than a year after her “Irish twin” sister, Tami Lynne (Lloyd) Pruett, who survives her. The following year, her brother, Michael Shawn, who awaits her in heaven, was born sleeping. She is also survived by her sister Sandra Amato. Mitzi’s parents both predecease her. As a young child, Mitzi’s family relocated to Arizona, which will forever be home to a piece of Mitzi’s heart. While in Arizona, Mitzi brought her four precious children into this world, all of whom survive her: Douglas Lee Allen, Lynette Marie Allen, James Joseph Hack, Jr., and Sasha Ann Hack. Mitzi’s children were her world, and she never missed an opportunity to boast how proud she was of their many accomplishments. Mother was the most important job for Mitzi. In 1994, Mitzi and her young children moved to Kansas where she finally met and married her one true soulmate, Mitchell Lee Schwien, at their favorite spot in Antioch Park. Mitch and his three young sons, Jason (Jennifer), Joshua, and Jacob Schwien, all of whom also survive Mitzi, were welcomed into her world to be doted on, cooked for, and treated like her own. Mitch and Mitzi gave their seven rambunctious kids a home full of love. Mitzi also loved being a grandma and aunt. Mitzi’s grandchildren are Benjamin, David, Nolan, Adrian, Ahnalee, Lydia, and Gabriel. She had four nieces and nephews and a dozen great-nieces and nephews. All survive her and will miss her dearly. Mitch’s sisters, Torri and Michelle, considered Mitzi a sister too and spent hours gabbing with her every chance they got. In her later years in Western Kansas, Mitzi and Mitch became close to Jim Mollenkamp, their mailman by chance and best friend by choice. Mitzi also endeared herself to individuals all over the world via internet, so the ripples of her passing travel thousands of miles. Countless pets in heaven now have their two-legged momma back. If you were lucky enough to be loved by Mitzi, then you got phone calls on your birthday, an abundance of “squishy hugs,” gifts for no reason, healing stones and prayers when you were unwell, and the blessing of a real friend. Mitzi endeavored to know her purpose in life, the good in all people, the wonder of nature, and the miracle of what’s beyond. She never met a stranger. A lifelong learner, Mitzi earned several degrees, had a deep thirst for knowledge, and read dozens of books each year. On December 8, 2022, at home with her husband by her side, Mitzi passed away peacefully. She was taken too young but has been spared the pain of her debilitating condition. In lieu of flowers, please recognize Mitzi another way. Connect with a long-lost relative or friend, learn something new, feed a stranger, make a difference in someone’s day, or just loan your ear and maybe your shoulder to a person who’s hurting. When given an opportunity like that, just ask yourself, what would Mitzi do, and do it in her honor.

Mitzi Schwien

Joyce Bortz Saelens, 88, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2022 
at Columbine West Health and Rehab. Joyce was born on August 12, 1934 to
 William Lavern and Velma Mae (Boyd) Amerine in Great Bend, KS. She grew
 up on a farm outside of Great Bend where she was involved in 4-H and 
orchestra. Joyce attended and graduated from Great Bend High School in 
1952.

Joyce married her first love, Eugene “Gene” W. Bortz, on August 12, 
1952 at First Methodist Church in Great Bend. After their wedding, they 
moved to a family farm outside of Timken and the following year they 
welcomed twins, Galen and Gail, into their family. Later they lived in 
Great Bend, KS, Lincoln, NE, and Richardson, TX. In 1988, Gene passed 
away suddenly and Joyce moved around to San Antonio, TX, Great Bend, KS,
 Fort Collins, CO, and Loveland, CO. On April 22, 1995, Joyce married 
Frank Saelens in a ceremony at First Presbyterian Church in Fort 
Collins, CO and they made their home in Loveland.

Throughout her life, Joyce worked at Woolworth, several banks, 
LaQuinta Motor Inns as a Manager and Instructional Coordinator. When she
 moved to Fort Collins, she worked for Nadent South. She was a member of
 First Methodist Church in Great Bend and First Presbyterian Church in 
Fort Collins where she served as a Stephen Minister. She was also a 
member of Sesostris Patrol Wives, Daughters of the Nile, and the 
American Institute of Banking.

Joyce loved being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
 She was such a loving and nurturing person to those people in her life.
 She was happiest spending time with her loved ones, working in her 
flower gardens, bird watching, doing puzzles, and decorating her house 
for the holidays.

Joyce is survived by her husband, Frank of Loveland, CO; her brother,
 Richard (Marlene) Amerine of Hoisington, KS; her son, Galen (Diane) 
Bortz of Moorcroft, WY; and her daughter, Gail (JD) Mullen of Fort 
Collins, CO. She is also survived by her step-children, Keri 
Christensen, Mike (Wendy) Saelens, and Daryl Saelens; grandchildren, 
Jeanette Nelson, William Bortz, Chelsea Mullen, Jamie Mullen, and Kelsey
 Christensen; and numerous great-grandchildren and 
great-great-grandchildren. Joyce will be missed by all those who knew 
and loved her.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 29, 
2022, at Bryant Fuenral Home, in Great Bend, KS, with Reverend Joseo 
Smeragliuolo presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 


Memorials have been designated to Parkinson’s and Brain Research 
Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Joyce Bortz Saelens, 88, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2022 
at Columbine West Health and Rehab. Joyce was born on August 12, 1934 to
 William Lavern and Velma Mae (Boyd) Amerine in Great Bend, KS. She grew
 up on a farm outside of Great Bend where she was involved in 4-H and 
orchestra. Joyce attended and graduated from Great Bend High School in 
1952.Joyce married her first love, Eugene “Gene” W. Bortz, on August 12, 
1952 at First Methodist Church in Great Bend. After their wedding, they 
moved to a family farm outside of Timken and the following year they 
welcomed twins, Galen and Gail, into their family. Later they lived in 
Great Bend, KS, Lincoln, NE, and Richardson, TX. In 1988, Gene passed 
away suddenly and Joyce moved around to San Antonio, TX, Great Bend, KS,
 Fort Collins, CO, and Loveland, CO. On April 22, 1995, Joyce married 
Frank Saelens in a ceremony at First Presbyterian Church in Fort 
Collins, CO and they made their home in Loveland.Throughout her life, Joyce worked at Woolworth, several banks, 
LaQuinta Motor Inns as a Manager and Instructional Coordinator. When she
 moved to Fort Collins, she worked for Nadent South. She was a member of
 First Methodist Church in Great Bend and First Presbyterian Church in 
Fort Collins where she served as a Stephen Minister. She was also a 
member of Sesostris Patrol Wives, Daughters of the Nile, and the 
American Institute of Banking.Joyce loved being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
 She was such a loving and nurturing person to those people in her life.
 She was happiest spending time with her loved ones, working in her 
flower gardens, bird watching, doing puzzles, and decorating her house 
for the holidays.Joyce is survived by her husband, Frank of Loveland, CO; her brother,
 Richard (Marlene) Amerine of Hoisington, KS; her son, Galen (Diane) 
Bortz of Moorcroft, WY; and her daughter, Gail (JD) Mullen of Fort 
Collins, CO. She is also survived by her step-children, Keri 
Christensen, Mike (Wendy) Saelens, and Daryl Saelens; grandchildren, 
Jeanette Nelson, William Bortz, Chelsea Mullen, Jamie Mullen, and Kelsey
 Christensen; and numerous great-grandchildren and 
great-great-grandchildren. Joyce will be missed by all those who knew 
and loved her.Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 29, 
2022, at Bryant Fuenral Home, in Great Bend, KS, with Reverend Joseo 
Smeragliuolo presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 
Memorials have been designated to Parkinson’s and Brain Research 
Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Joyce Bortz Saelens

Barbara “Pauline” Cheney, 88, died peacefully at her home Dec. 7, 
2022, in Hill City, Kansas. She was born on her family farm near 
Blackwell, Kay County, Oklahoma. Pauline was the sixth child of Vernon 
Lee and Myrtle Orene (Curtis) Rowe. She attended grade school in rural 
Kay County, and graduated in 1952 from Blackwell High School. In her 
youth, she was a Blackwell Church of God member and loved to sing gospel
 in harmony with her sisters. She worked as copy editor for the local 
newspaper, and everyone who knew Pauline, knew her spelling and 
handwriting was impeccable. A young man waited outside of her church to 
ask Pauline’s dad for permission to date her, and a love story that 
lasted decades began. She married Kenneth Edwin Cheney October 9, 1952, 
in Blackwell, Oklahoma. To this union, three children were born: Kenneth
 Greg, Kirk Alan, and Kim Rene’.

The Army took Kenneth 
and Pauline to El Paso, Texas, and Boston, Massachusetts. Pauline stayed
 in Oklahoma with their firstborn son, while Kenneth finished his tour 
in Alaska. Afterwards, the couple lived in southeastern Kansas until the
 oilfield transferred them to Hill City in 1961, where Pauline spent the
 majority of her remaining life (with the exception of a few years in 
Great Bend) as a homemaker and much more. She was office manager and 
partner in Cheney Testing Company for 15 years, then supported her 
husband in their farm and cattle business. After Kenneth passed, she 
managed books and shared in the farm operation with her son.

Many
 local kids grew up calling Pauline “Grandma Cheney”; she and Kenneth 
opened up their home, swimming pool, and travels to them. The couple 
loved to host friends and family. Friday nights out with friends, 
followed by cards, was rarely missed. Family summers were spent at local
 lakes. They took trips to Ozark cabins with friends and family, where 
Pauline loved to attend her favorite Branson shows. She enjoyed year 
round trips to the Lake Dillon area. On vacation, Pauline could be found
 relaxing by Rocky Mountain lakes and streams, or holding on for dear 
life as Kenneth “explored” the Rockies in their jeep! Pauline seldom 
missed morning coffee at the cafe with her friends. She was an avid 
reader, who often read one book per day. She embroidered, and discovered
 the love of quilting in her middle years. She was an amazing cook - her
 fried chicken and her Hershey’s chocolate cake were among everyone’s 
favorites. She loved hosting holidays, and even in her later years, 
family gathered at “Grandma’s." Great-Grandma always had a special 
cookie stash by her chair for little ones visiting and she hardly ever 
missed Wheel of Fortune. Pauline loved to decorate her home for the 
holidays which brought much joy to her family. Pauline dearly loved her 
children, grandchildren and great -grandchildren. She enjoyed attending 
grand’s and great’s birthdays and events, and when she couldn’t be with 
family, she cherished viewing their online photos over and over again.

Pauline
 is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Kenneth, her brother 
George Rowe, and sisters Ollie Crawford, Laverne Wilson, Dorothy 
Fauchier and Francis Wilson. Pauline leaves behind these to grieve her 
passing: sons Greg (Dana) Cheney of Lenexa, Kansas, and Kirk Cheney 
(Brenda Dinkel) of Bogue, and daughter Kim (Wayne) Pfeifer of Hill City;
 grandchildren Jason (Mandy) Cheney, Valley Center; Kendra (Wiley) 
McBride and children McKena, Kaden and Kamden of Hays; Aaron (Julia) 
Cheney and daughters Nichole and Melissa of Olathe; Casey (Jamie) Quint 
and sons Devin and Finley of Weldona, Colo.; Erica (Ian) Kohart and son 
Sam of Tomball, Texas; Zachary Cheney of Kansas City, Mo. and his 
daughter Leia of Broken Arrow, Okla.; Collin Pfeifer and Trista Wysong 
and their son Kenneth of Hill City; sister-in-law Norma Peres, Braman, 
Okla., numerous nieces and nephews, and special caregivers Carla Burch 
and Miranda Pimlott.

<a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Barbara--Pauline-Cheney?obId=26597036#/obituaryInfo">Stinemetz Funeral Home</a> is in charge of arrangments.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1671556743238.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Barbara “Pauline” Cheney, 88, died peacefully at her home Dec. 7, 
2022, in Hill City, Kansas. She was born on her family farm near 
Blackwell, Kay County, Oklahoma. Pauline was the sixth child of Vernon 
Lee and Myrtle Orene (Curtis) Rowe. She attended grade school in rural 
Kay County, and graduated in 1952 from Blackwell High School. In her 
youth, she was a Blackwell Church of God member and loved to sing gospel
 in harmony with her sisters. She worked as copy editor for the local 
newspaper, and everyone who knew Pauline, knew her spelling and 
handwriting was impeccable. A young man waited outside of her church to 
ask Pauline’s dad for permission to date her, and a love story that 
lasted decades began. She married Kenneth Edwin Cheney October 9, 1952, 
in Blackwell, Oklahoma. To this union, three children were born: Kenneth
 Greg, Kirk Alan, and Kim Rene’.The Army took Kenneth 
and Pauline to El Paso, Texas, and Boston, Massachusetts. Pauline stayed
 in Oklahoma with their firstborn son, while Kenneth finished his tour 
in Alaska. Afterwards, the couple lived in southeastern Kansas until the
 oilfield transferred them to Hill City in 1961, where Pauline spent the
 majority of her remaining life (with the exception of a few years in 
Great Bend) as a homemaker and much more. She was office manager and 
partner in Cheney Testing Company for 15 years, then supported her 
husband in their farm and cattle business. After Kenneth passed, she 
managed books and shared in the farm operation with her son.Many
 local kids grew up calling Pauline “Grandma Cheney”; she and Kenneth 
opened up their home, swimming pool, and travels to them. The couple 
loved to host friends and family. Friday nights out with friends, 
followed by cards, was rarely missed. Family summers were spent at local
 lakes. They took trips to Ozark cabins with friends and family, where 
Pauline loved to attend her favorite Branson shows. She enjoyed year 
round trips to the Lake Dillon area. On vacation, Pauline could be found
 relaxing by Rocky Mountain lakes and streams, or holding on for dear 
life as Kenneth “explored” the Rockies in their jeep! Pauline seldom 
missed morning coffee at the cafe with her friends. She was an avid 
reader, who often read one book per day. She embroidered, and discovered
 the love of quilting in her middle years. She was an amazing cook - her
 fried chicken and her Hershey’s chocolate cake were among everyone’s 
favorites. She loved hosting holidays, and even in her later years, 
family gathered at “Grandma’s." Great-Grandma always had a special 
cookie stash by her chair for little ones visiting and she hardly ever 
missed Wheel of Fortune. Pauline loved to decorate her home for the 
holidays which brought much joy to her family. Pauline dearly loved her 
children, grandchildren and great -grandchildren. She enjoyed attending 
grand’s and great’s birthdays and events, and when she couldn’t be with 
family, she cherished viewing their online photos over and over again.Pauline
 is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Kenneth, her brother 
George Rowe, and sisters Ollie Crawford, Laverne Wilson, Dorothy 
Fauchier and Francis Wilson. Pauline leaves behind these to grieve her 
passing: sons Greg (Dana) Cheney of Lenexa, Kansas, and Kirk Cheney 
(Brenda Dinkel) of Bogue, and daughter Kim (Wayne) Pfeifer of Hill City;
 grandchildren Jason (Mandy) Cheney, Valley Center; Kendra (Wiley) 
McBride and children McKena, Kaden and Kamden of Hays; Aaron (Julia) 
Cheney and daughters Nichole and Melissa of Olathe; Casey (Jamie) Quint 
and sons Devin and Finley of Weldona, Colo.; Erica (Ian) Kohart and son 
Sam of Tomball, Texas; Zachary Cheney of Kansas City, Mo. and his 
daughter Leia of Broken Arrow, Okla.; Collin Pfeifer and Trista Wysong 
and their son Kenneth of Hill City; sister-in-law Norma Peres, Braman, 
Okla., numerous nieces and nephews, and special caregivers Carla Burch 
and Miranda Pimlott.<a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Barbara--Pauline-Cheney?obId=26597036#/obituaryInfo">Stinemetz Funeral Home</a> is in charge of arrangments.

Barbara 'Pauline' Cheney

Gerald “Gary” Eugene Moore was born on September 15, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, to his father, Charles Eugene Moore and his mother, Ida Louise Moore. He passed away on December 17, 2022 in Garden City, Kansas. 

He attended Grades 1-12 in Oakley, Kansas and then completed a BS and MS in Art at Fort Hays State University. During his time there, he married Judith Kay Rasmussen on August 27, 1966 in Oakley. He taught secondary school art for one year in Wakeeney, Kansas, before being drafted into the U.S. Army on June 24, 1969. He was assigned to the Americal Division as a Chaplain’s Assistant, 196th Infantry Brigade, with headquarters in Chu Lai, Vietnam. After his return home in December of 1970, Gary taught high school art in Hays while completing certification for school administration. In 1976, during his first year of working as a school principal, Gary and Judy’s son, Jason Errol Moore, was born. 

He worked as a principal in Centralia, Ransom, and Montezuma, Kansas. In 1979, he entered the finance and insurance business in Montezuma and then Sacramento, California until his retirement in 2006. Gary had a wide range of interests which included hunting, fishing, golfing, painting, sculpting, jewelry-making, photography, ceramics, gardening, and cooking. In 2019, the Garden City Community College hosted a retrospective art show reflecting his work over the previous 50 years. He also wrote a book - "The Journey Back" - which depicts his time in Vietnam during the war as well his trip back in 2005 to discover the beauty and tranquility of the country that had blossomed since the destruction caused by the war. In 2007, Gary and Judy retired to Garden City, Kansas where they enjoyed being involved in the lives of Jason, his wife Angela, and their then two year old Lilly, who had him wrapped around her little finger. 

Friends and family will remember his big personality and his even bigger laugh. His crude language had a unique charm and he always knew how to bring humor to any situation. What stood out the most though, was his unconditional love and kindness for his family.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1671550464441.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Gerald “Gary” Eugene Moore was born on September 15, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, to his father, Charles Eugene Moore and his mother, Ida Louise Moore. He passed away on December 17, 2022 in Garden City, Kansas. He attended Grades 1-12 in Oakley, Kansas and then completed a BS and MS in Art at Fort Hays State University. During his time there, he married Judith Kay Rasmussen on August 27, 1966 in Oakley. He taught secondary school art for one year in Wakeeney, Kansas, before being drafted into the U.S. Army on June 24, 1969. He was assigned to the Americal Division as a Chaplain’s Assistant, 196th Infantry Brigade, with headquarters in Chu Lai, Vietnam. After his return home in December of 1970, Gary taught high school art in Hays while completing certification for school administration. In 1976, during his first year of working as a school principal, Gary and Judy’s son, Jason Errol Moore, was born. He worked as a principal in Centralia, Ransom, and Montezuma, Kansas. In 1979, he entered the finance and insurance business in Montezuma and then Sacramento, California until his retirement in 2006. Gary had a wide range of interests which included hunting, fishing, golfing, painting, sculpting, jewelry-making, photography, ceramics, gardening, and cooking. In 2019, the Garden City Community College hosted a retrospective art show reflecting his work over the previous 50 years. He also wrote a book - "The Journey Back" - which depicts his time in Vietnam during the war as well his trip back in 2005 to discover the beauty and tranquility of the country that had blossomed since the destruction caused by the war. In 2007, Gary and Judy retired to Garden City, Kansas where they enjoyed being involved in the lives of Jason, his wife Angela, and their then two year old Lilly, who had him wrapped around her little finger. Friends and family will remember his big personality and his even bigger laugh. His crude language had a unique charm and he always knew how to bring humor to any situation. What stood out the most though, was his unconditional love and kindness for his family.&nbsp;

Gerald 'Gary' Eugene Moore

Charlotta M. “Char” Klaus, 81, Hays, died Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Downs Care and Rehab.

She was born February 17, 1941, in Hays,
 the daughter of Herman and Oma (Schutts) Haddock.&nbsp; In 1959, she 
graduated from Hays High School.&nbsp; On November 18, 1960, she was united 
in marriage to Nicholas J. Klaus, Jr., and they were married nearly 46 
years before he preceded her in death on October 14, 2006. &nbsp;&nbsp;She was a 
longtime member of Hays Church of the Nazarene and a homemaker who loved
 to sew clothes for her daughters, help as an assistant leader with the 
Girl Scouts, and stay active with her children as she took them to their
 many activities.&nbsp; Charlotta was a fan of Elvis Presley and John Wayne, 
enjoyed reading romance novels, and had a love for animals and children.

Survivors include her three sons: 
Sammual Klaus and wife Amy, Craig Klaus, and Kristopher McCormick and 
wife Jordynne, all of Hays, three daughters: Terri (Klaus) Wagstaff and 
husband Russ, Dee (Klaus) Beougher, and Nicole (Klaus) Nansel and 
husband Mark, all of Hays, two brothers: David Haddock and wife Cathy of
 Hays and Jack Haddock and wife JoAnn of Munjor, two sisters: Judy Allen
 of Topeka and Oma Dee Milledge and husband Rick of Kiowa, two 
sisters-in-law: Carolyn Haddock of Attica and Toni Haddock of Casper, 
WY, 21 grandchildren, and 25 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Nicholas, a son-in-law: Philip Beougher, two brothers: 
Donald and Gary Haddock, a sister: Joyce Haddock, and a granddaughter: 
Jamie Symns.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with
 Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Kansas 
Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 
7:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 am until service time on Wednesday, all at
 Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the 
Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Charlotta may be shared with her family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/12/1671550317746.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Charlotta M. “Char” Klaus, 81, Hays, died Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Downs Care and Rehab.She was born February 17, 1941, in Hays,
 the daughter of Herman and Oma (Schutts) Haddock.&nbsp; In 1959, she 
graduated from Hays High School.&nbsp; On November 18, 1960, she was united 
in marriage to Nicholas J. Klaus, Jr., and they were married nearly 46 
years before he preceded her in death on October 14, 2006. &nbsp;&nbsp;She was a 
longtime member of Hays Church of the Nazarene and a homemaker who loved
 to sew clothes for her daughters, help as an assistant leader with the 
Girl Scouts, and stay active with her children as she took them to their
 many activities.&nbsp; Charlotta was a fan of Elvis Presley and John Wayne, 
enjoyed reading romance novels, and had a love for animals and children.Survivors include her three sons: 
Sammual Klaus and wife Amy, Craig Klaus, and Kristopher McCormick and 
wife Jordynne, all of Hays, three daughters: Terri (Klaus) Wagstaff and 
husband Russ, Dee (Klaus) Beougher, and Nicole (Klaus) Nansel and 
husband Mark, all of Hays, two brothers: David Haddock and wife Cathy of
 Hays and Jack Haddock and wife JoAnn of Munjor, two sisters: Judy Allen
 of Topeka and Oma Dee Milledge and husband Rick of Kiowa, two 
sisters-in-law: Carolyn Haddock of Attica and Toni Haddock of Casper, 
WY, 21 grandchildren, and 25 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Nicholas, a son-in-law: Philip Beougher, two brothers: 
Donald and Gary Haddock, a sister: Joyce Haddock, and a granddaughter: 
Jamie Symns.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with
 Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Kansas 
Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 
7:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 am until service time on Wednesday, all at
 Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the 
Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Charlotta may be shared with her family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Charlotta M. 'Char' Klaus

Karen Eileen Davis, 76, passed away December 19, 2022, at her home in
 Great Bend. She was born February 12, 1946, at Monta Vista, Colo., to 
Isaac &amp; Helen (Reimer) Rempel. She married Paul Davis September 9, 
1966, in Denver, Colo.

Coming from Denver, Colo., in 2001, Karen was a Great Bend resident. 
She was a cosmetologist by trade and loved what she did. She was a 
member of Faith Community Church. Karen enjoyed painting, crafts and 
decorating, especially interior decorating.

Survivors include, her husband, Paul Davis of the home; two 
daughters, Michelle Jarvis of Livingston, Tex. and Charlonda Wells of 
Ellinwood; a sister, Kathy Dahmer of Castle Rock, Colo.; ten 
grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren with one to arrive in March 
2023. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Abe, 
Vernon and Randall Rempel; and two sisters, Evelyn Ennis and Mary 
Rempel.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, 
December 21, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends
 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., 
Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Sandy 
Kennedy presiding. A private family interment will be in the Great Bend 
Cemetery Mausoleum. 

Memorials have been designated to the Karen Davis 
Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Karen Eileen Davis, 76, passed away December 19, 2022, at her home in
 Great Bend. She was born February 12, 1946, at Monta Vista, Colo., to 
Isaac &amp; Helen (Reimer) Rempel. She married Paul Davis September 9, 
1966, in Denver, Colo.Coming from Denver, Colo., in 2001, Karen was a Great Bend resident. 
She was a cosmetologist by trade and loved what she did. She was a 
member of Faith Community Church. Karen enjoyed painting, crafts and 
decorating, especially interior decorating.Survivors include, her husband, Paul Davis of the home; two 
daughters, Michelle Jarvis of Livingston, Tex. and Charlonda Wells of 
Ellinwood; a sister, Kathy Dahmer of Castle Rock, Colo.; ten 
grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren with one to arrive in March 
2023. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Abe, 
Vernon and Randall Rempel; and two sisters, Evelyn Ennis and Mary 
Rempel.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, 
December 21, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends
 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., 
Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Sandy 
Kennedy presiding. A private family interment will be in the Great Bend 
Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorials have been designated to the Karen Davis 
Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Karen Eileen Davis

Verle Mendenhall, age 88, of Gove. Kansas, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Logan County Senior Living, Oakley, KS. 

   Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, is handling arrangements.  A complete obituary is pending.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Verle Mendenhall, age 88, of Gove. Kansas, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Logan County Senior Living, Oakley, KS. Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, is handling arrangements. A complete obituary is pending.&nbsp;

Verle Mendenhall

Bubba Bryon James Dowling, age 46, passed away Friday, December 16, 
2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.  He was 
born June 3, 1976, in Mason City, IA to Dan Leroy and Martha Louise 
(King) Dowling.  He was a Sergeant for the Smith County Kansas Sheriff’s
 Department.

Survivors include his wife Heather; children Anna, 
Nathan, Luke, Esther, Miriam and Johanna; brother Darin (Lora) Dowling; 
sister Danielle (Nicole) Dowling; brother-in-law Kevin (Chantel) Guiter;
   three nephews and five nieces;   his Spiritual Dad, Mark (Kristie) 
Cobler; father-in-law and mother-in-law Larry &amp; Sharon Guiter.

Bubba
 was preceded in death by two infant children Amaris &amp; Cameron; his 
mom Martha Dowling; grandparents Bill &amp; Irene King and Phil &amp; 
Betty Dowling.

Celebration of Life Services will be at 2:30 PM, Friday, December 23, 2022, at the New Covenant Church in Smith Center, KS.

In
 lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be given to 
the Bubba Dowling Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the mortuary.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Rentschler Family Mortuaries, Simmons-Rentschler Chapel, Smith Center, KS.

To leave an online condolence visit, www.rfmortuaries.com

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 </figure>Bubba Bryon James Dowling, age 46, passed away Friday, December 16, 
2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS. He was 
born June 3, 1976, in Mason City, IA to Dan Leroy and Martha Louise 
(King) Dowling. He was a Sergeant for the Smith County Kansas Sheriff’s
 Department.Survivors include his wife Heather; children Anna, 
Nathan, Luke, Esther, Miriam and Johanna; brother Darin (Lora) Dowling; 
sister Danielle (Nicole) Dowling; brother-in-law Kevin (Chantel) Guiter;
 three nephews and five nieces; his Spiritual Dad, Mark (Kristie) 
Cobler; father-in-law and mother-in-law Larry &amp; Sharon Guiter.Bubba
 was preceded in death by two infant children Amaris &amp; Cameron; his 
mom Martha Dowling; grandparents Bill &amp; Irene King and Phil &amp; 
Betty Dowling.Celebration of Life Services will be at 2:30 PM, Friday, December 23, 2022, at the New Covenant Church in Smith Center, KS.In
 lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be given to 
the Bubba Dowling Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the mortuary.Arrangements are entrusted to the Rentschler Family Mortuaries, Simmons-Rentschler Chapel, Smith Center, KS.To leave an online condolence visit, www.rfmortuaries.com

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