Mary Jane Lang, 96, Hays, died Saturday, November 12, 2022, at HaysMed.

She was born November 11, 1926, in 
Catharine, the daughter of Albert and Cherubim (Giebler) Staab.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary 
was a graduate of Girls Catholic High School, and on August 6, 1948, was
 united in marriage to Andrew J. Lang.&nbsp;&nbsp;They celebrated 66 years of 
marriage before he preceded her in death on August 21, 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp;She and 
her husband owned and operated several bars.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary enjoyed music, 
playing Bingo, and loved her family.

Survivors include four sons: David Lang
 and wife Cindy, Wayne Lang and wife Tammy, Donald Lang and wife Martha,
 all of Hays, and Alan Lang and wife Susan of Wichita, a daughter: 
Dianne Patterson and husband Charles of Ellis, two sisters: Patty Staab 
of Russell and Roseann Seader of Louisville, CO, nine grandchildren, and
 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Andrew, four brothers: Elmer,&nbsp;Roland, Irwin, and Marion
 Staab, two sisters: Arlene Clyncke and Irma Staab, and a grandson: 
Nicholas Melendez.

Services will be at 10:00 am on 
Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp;&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 the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the 
Congregation of Mary Immaculate Queen (CMRI), 8500 N. St. Michael’s 
Road, Spokane, WA.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Mary may be shared with 
the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Mary Jane Lang, 96, Hays, died Saturday, November 12, 2022, at HaysMed.She was born November 11, 1926, in 
Catharine, the daughter of Albert and Cherubim (Giebler) Staab.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary 
was a graduate of Girls Catholic High School, and on August 6, 1948, was
 united in marriage to Andrew J. Lang.&nbsp;&nbsp;They celebrated 66 years of 
marriage before he preceded her in death on August 21, 2014.&nbsp;&nbsp;She and 
her husband owned and operated several bars.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary enjoyed music, 
playing Bingo, and loved her family.Survivors include four sons: David Lang
 and wife Cindy, Wayne Lang and wife Tammy, Donald Lang and wife Martha,
 all of Hays, and Alan Lang and wife Susan of Wichita, a daughter: 
Dianne Patterson and husband Charles of Ellis, two sisters: Patty Staab 
of Russell and Roseann Seader of Louisville, CO, nine grandchildren, and
 17 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Andrew, four brothers: Elmer,&nbsp;Roland, Irwin, and Marion
 Staab, two sisters: Arlene Clyncke and Irma Staab, and a grandson: 
Nicholas Melendez.Services will be at 10:00 am on 
Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp;&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 the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the 
Congregation of Mary Immaculate Queen (CMRI), 8500 N. St. Michael’s 
Road, Spokane, WA.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Mary may be shared with 
the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Mary Jane Lang

Kathleen Jane Beals Crampton passed away during her sleep Saturday, 
November 12, 2022, at Citizens Medical Center in Colby, Kansas. 
Kathleen was born January 27, 1942, in Farnam, Nebraska, to Nancy Jane 
Beals and Joseph Ralph Beals. Kathleen lived on her parent’s farm in 
Frontier County, Nebraska, and graduated high school from Cambridge, 
Nebraska. After graduation, she babysat her nephews before becoming a 
farm wife. 
Kathy married Kenneth Lee Crampton August 10, 1961, in Indianola, 
Nebraska. Three children were born to this union: Karmel Carothers, 
Martin Crampton, and Kendra Bernard. Kathy was a farm wife and was an 
excellent seamstress. Ken and Kathy lived and farmed in Frontier County,
 Nebraska until January 1972 when they moved to their farm in Levant, 
Kansas. In 1995 Ken and Kathy moved to their ranch, C Lazy V located in 
Sylvan Grove, Kansas. They spent their retirement years in Colby and 
Salome, Arizona. 
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Joe Beals, and 
son Martin Crampton. She leaves behind her husband, sisters Marilyn 
Kester and Celia Liffrig, two daughters, one daughter-in-law, and seven 
grandchildren. 
Her family will fondly remember her as a joyful and caring wife, mother, and grandmother. 
The visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m., 
Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Baalmann Mortuary in Colby, KS. Funeral
 Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2022, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church in Colby with burial in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.
 For information or condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Kathleen Jane Beals Crampton passed away during her sleep Saturday, 
November 12, 2022, at Citizens Medical Center in Colby, Kansas. 
Kathleen was born January 27, 1942, in Farnam, Nebraska, to Nancy Jane 
Beals and Joseph Ralph Beals. Kathleen lived on her parent’s farm in 
Frontier County, Nebraska, and graduated high school from Cambridge, 
Nebraska. After graduation, she babysat her nephews before becoming a 
farm wife. 
Kathy married Kenneth Lee Crampton August 10, 1961, in Indianola, 
Nebraska. Three children were born to this union: Karmel Carothers, 
Martin Crampton, and Kendra Bernard. Kathy was a farm wife and was an 
excellent seamstress. Ken and Kathy lived and farmed in Frontier County,
 Nebraska until January 1972 when they moved to their farm in Levant, 
Kansas. In 1995 Ken and Kathy moved to their ranch, C Lazy V located in 
Sylvan Grove, Kansas. They spent their retirement years in Colby and 
Salome, Arizona. 
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Joe Beals, and 
son Martin Crampton. She leaves behind her husband, sisters Marilyn 
Kester and Celia Liffrig, two daughters, one daughter-in-law, and seven 
grandchildren. 
Her family will fondly remember her as a joyful and caring wife, mother, and grandmother. 
The visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m., 
Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Baalmann Mortuary in Colby, KS. Funeral
 Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 17, 2022, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church in Colby with burial in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.
 For information or condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Kathleen Jane Crampton (Beals)

Johnny “Junebug” Cheeks was born June 27, 1958, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Johnny Cheeks Sr. and Virginia Lee (Robinson) Cheeks.

Johnny attended Larned High School and graduated in 1976. After graduating, he went on to serve in the United States Army. &nbsp;After discharge from the military, he found his home in Hutchinson with his family in 1976.&nbsp; He worked as a forklift operator for Midwest Iron and Metal for many years.&nbsp; Johnny was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where he participated in the church choir and as an usher. &nbsp;Serving the Lord was one of Johnny’s greatest joys and we all find peace in knowing that he is right where he wants to be.

Johnny was preceded in death by his grandparents, Winifred and Beulah Robinson, as well as many dear aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Survivors include his daughter, Jonica Banks (Chris) of Clearwater, Florida; granddaughter, Aminah Banks who he was the greatest papa to; his mother, Virginia Cheeks of Hutchinson; sister, Jonnie Brown (Donnie) of Seattle, Washington; brother, Jerry Cheeks of Hutchinson; and longtime friend, Nece Killebrew.

A Celebration of Johnny’s Life will take place on Wednesday, November 16 at 10:00 A.M., Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1015 E. 7th&nbsp;Ave, with Reverend William J. Green, Sr. officiating. &nbsp;A visitation will be held at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, on Tuesday, November 15, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Johnny “Junebug” Cheeks was born June 27, 1958, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Johnny Cheeks Sr. and Virginia Lee (Robinson) Cheeks.Johnny attended Larned High School and graduated in 1976. After graduating, he went on to serve in the United States Army. &nbsp;After discharge from the military, he found his home in Hutchinson with his family in 1976.&nbsp; He worked as a forklift operator for Midwest Iron and Metal for many years.&nbsp; Johnny was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where he participated in the church choir and as an usher. &nbsp;Serving the Lord was one of Johnny’s greatest joys and we all find peace in knowing that he is right where he wants to be.Johnny was preceded in death by his grandparents, Winifred and Beulah Robinson, as well as many dear aunts, uncles, and cousins.Survivors include his daughter, Jonica Banks (Chris) of Clearwater, Florida; granddaughter, Aminah Banks who he was the greatest papa to; his mother, Virginia Cheeks of Hutchinson; sister, Jonnie Brown (Donnie) of Seattle, Washington; brother, Jerry Cheeks of Hutchinson; and longtime friend, Nece Killebrew.A Celebration of Johnny’s Life will take place on Wednesday, November 16 at 10:00 A.M., Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 1015 E. 7th&nbsp;Ave, with Reverend William J. Green, Sr. officiating. &nbsp;A visitation will be held at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave, on Tuesday, November 15, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Johnny 'Junebug' Cheeks

Maxine Joyce Peter, 89, of Ellinwood passed away on November 4, 2022, at Bethany Home in Lindsborg, Kansas.

Mom
 was born in Ellinwood, Kansas on March 28, 1933, to Arden and Darlene 
Crossley.&nbsp; She attended Ellinwood Grade School and Ellinwood High School
 graduating in 1951.&nbsp; She met her future husband (our father), Duane 
Peter, in high school.&nbsp; It wasn’t until after high school that they 
began to date, and he became the love of her life.&nbsp; She graduated with a
 diploma in business from the Adela Hale School in Hutchinson in 1952. 
Later, she graduated from Barton County Community College with an 
associate degree in business.&nbsp; 

Education was always important to mom, 
and she encouraged that to us.&nbsp; She stressed education all throughout 
our lives, so we considered it a given that we follow her marching 
orders. Of the four of us, there are six bachelor’s degrees, and two 
master’s degrees.&nbsp; We have a clinical laboratory scientist, two music 
educators, and a CPA.

We grew up in a typical household back in 
the late 50s through the 80s.&nbsp; We knew our parents loved us very much. 
They wanted us to be happy and grow up to be good people and good 
citizens.&nbsp; We were nestled living close to lots of cousins, aunts and 
uncles, and grandparents. We loved growing up in Ellinwood and that was 
the world to us.

Throughout mom’s life, she held several jobs. Mom
 went to work for the electrical cooperative in Great Bend after 
graduation from school and continued to work there until her second 
child, Nancy, was born in 1960.&nbsp; Later in life, mom did secretarial work
 for Thompson Construction and Barton County Community College.&nbsp; She 
also enjoyed selling Avon and Mary Kay for many years.&nbsp; Her most 
important job though, was raising her four children.&nbsp; Dad was often in 
Tribune farming while Maxine had to hold down the fort in Ellinwood. Her
 children were her life.&nbsp; She attended everything they were in.&nbsp; She was
 always incredibly supportive of us, even when we got older, and then 
her grandchildren.&nbsp; She drove all over the state to watch her children 
perform, Lori and Nancy’s students’ performances, or watching Don and 
Craig run-in races. She even often participated in the races by running 
herself.&nbsp; While her body allowed it, she continued driving across the 
state for her grandchildren’s birthdays and other activities. When her 
life crippling disease slowed her down, she was only a block from where 
two of her grandchildren in Lindsborg attended school, so she was still 
able to catch their concerts and tennis matches.&nbsp;

While we were 
younger, she volunteered to help with Sunday school, Brownies, Cub 
Scouts, and Girl Scouts.&nbsp; Mom loved to stay active in every way.&nbsp; She 
was an exercise enthusiast; and was often spotted walking or jogging in 
the community. She and Dad enjoyed playing in Bridge Club together, but 
she was also very involved in her women’s Bridge Club, Tri-Circle, Unit,
 and the Red Hat Club.&nbsp; She was a founding member of the Wheat Bowl, 
served on the Kansas Tourism Committee, was a former President of the 
Ellinwood Chamber of Commerce, and past Grand Marshal of the After 
Harvest Festival Parade.&nbsp; She traveled the state promoting Ellinwood and
 the surrounding area at festivals, including the Kansas State Fair.&nbsp; 
She was involved with Ellinwood Area Enterprises and tourism projects, 
such as the Barton County Centennial Parade and the Ellinwood Gateway to
 Cheyenne Bottoms sign on the west side of town.&nbsp; She also served in an 
official capacity with the Barton County Democratic Party. She was 
dedicated to her family and the Ellinwood community.&nbsp;

Mom was 
preceded in death by her parents, Arden and Darlene Crossley; her 
brother, Gaylen Crossley; and her husband, our father, Duane Peter.&nbsp; She
 is survived by her four children; Don Peter (Carol Steele) of Leawood, 
Kansas; Nancy Green of Scott City, Kansas; Craig Peter of Prairie 
Village, Kansas and Lori (Sean) Nelson of Lindsborg, Kansas.&nbsp; She is 
also survived by her five grandchildren: Rachel (Dustin) Cooke, 
Christopher (Brittany) Green, Mattie Peter, and Per and Torsten Nelson.&nbsp;
 She is also survived by two great grandchildren, Ariana and Emerson 
Cooke, and one more on the way with Christopher and Brittany Green.

Cremation
 has taken&nbsp;place and services will be scheduled&nbsp;at a later date. 


Memorials are suggested to the Ellinwood Public Schools and Library 
Foundation or Bethany Home in Lindsborg, KS in care of Minnis Chapel,&nbsp;PO
 Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Maxine Joyce Peter, 89, of Ellinwood passed away on November 4, 2022, at Bethany Home in Lindsborg, Kansas.Mom
 was born in Ellinwood, Kansas on March 28, 1933, to Arden and Darlene 
Crossley.&nbsp; She attended Ellinwood Grade School and Ellinwood High School
 graduating in 1951.&nbsp; She met her future husband (our father), Duane 
Peter, in high school.&nbsp; It wasn’t until after high school that they 
began to date, and he became the love of her life.&nbsp; She graduated with a
 diploma in business from the Adela Hale School in Hutchinson in 1952. 
Later, she graduated from Barton County Community College with an 
associate degree in business.&nbsp; Education was always important to mom, 
and she encouraged that to us.&nbsp; She stressed education all throughout 
our lives, so we considered it a given that we follow her marching 
orders. Of the four of us, there are six bachelor’s degrees, and two 
master’s degrees.&nbsp; We have a clinical laboratory scientist, two music 
educators, and a CPA.We grew up in a typical household back in 
the late 50s through the 80s.&nbsp; We knew our parents loved us very much. 
They wanted us to be happy and grow up to be good people and good 
citizens.&nbsp; We were nestled living close to lots of cousins, aunts and 
uncles, and grandparents. We loved growing up in Ellinwood and that was 
the world to us.Throughout mom’s life, she held several jobs. Mom
 went to work for the electrical cooperative in Great Bend after 
graduation from school and continued to work there until her second 
child, Nancy, was born in 1960.&nbsp; Later in life, mom did secretarial work
 for Thompson Construction and Barton County Community College.&nbsp; She 
also enjoyed selling Avon and Mary Kay for many years.&nbsp; Her most 
important job though, was raising her four children.&nbsp; Dad was often in 
Tribune farming while Maxine had to hold down the fort in Ellinwood. Her
 children were her life.&nbsp; She attended everything they were in.&nbsp; She was
 always incredibly supportive of us, even when we got older, and then 
her grandchildren.&nbsp; She drove all over the state to watch her children 
perform, Lori and Nancy’s students’ performances, or watching Don and 
Craig run-in races. She even often participated in the races by running 
herself.&nbsp; While her body allowed it, she continued driving across the 
state for her grandchildren’s birthdays and other activities. When her 
life crippling disease slowed her down, she was only a block from where 
two of her grandchildren in Lindsborg attended school, so she was still 
able to catch their concerts and tennis matches.&nbsp;While we were 
younger, she volunteered to help with Sunday school, Brownies, Cub 
Scouts, and Girl Scouts.&nbsp; Mom loved to stay active in every way.&nbsp; She 
was an exercise enthusiast; and was often spotted walking or jogging in 
the community. She and Dad enjoyed playing in Bridge Club together, but 
she was also very involved in her women’s Bridge Club, Tri-Circle, Unit,
 and the Red Hat Club.&nbsp; She was a founding member of the Wheat Bowl, 
served on the Kansas Tourism Committee, was a former President of the 
Ellinwood Chamber of Commerce, and past Grand Marshal of the After 
Harvest Festival Parade.&nbsp; She traveled the state promoting Ellinwood and
 the surrounding area at festivals, including the Kansas State Fair.&nbsp; 
She was involved with Ellinwood Area Enterprises and tourism projects, 
such as the Barton County Centennial Parade and the Ellinwood Gateway to
 Cheyenne Bottoms sign on the west side of town.&nbsp; She also served in an 
official capacity with the Barton County Democratic Party. She was 
dedicated to her family and the Ellinwood community.&nbsp;Mom was 
preceded in death by her parents, Arden and Darlene Crossley; her 
brother, Gaylen Crossley; and her husband, our father, Duane Peter.&nbsp; She
 is survived by her four children; Don Peter (Carol Steele) of Leawood, 
Kansas; Nancy Green of Scott City, Kansas; Craig Peter of Prairie 
Village, Kansas and Lori (Sean) Nelson of Lindsborg, Kansas.&nbsp; She is 
also survived by her five grandchildren: Rachel (Dustin) Cooke, 
Christopher (Brittany) Green, Mattie Peter, and Per and Torsten Nelson.&nbsp;
 She is also survived by two great grandchildren, Ariana and Emerson 
Cooke, and one more on the way with Christopher and Brittany Green.Cremation
 has taken&nbsp;place and services will be scheduled&nbsp;at a later date. 
Memorials are suggested to the Ellinwood Public Schools and Library 
Foundation or Bethany Home in Lindsborg, KS in care of Minnis Chapel,&nbsp;PO
 Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

Maxine Joyce Peter

Julie Ann Cavender, age 66 years, of Great Bend, passed away on Nov. 
10, 2022, at The University of Kansas Health Systems – Great Bend Campus
 in Great Bend.&nbsp; 

Julie was born on May 22, 1956 at Oahu, Hawaii, to Don 
and Anna May (Smith) Jez.&nbsp; She grew up in Brownsville, Texas, and lived 
the life of a “Navy Brat” living in several places, and moved to Great 
Bend from Woodward, Okla. 44 years ago.&nbsp; Julie did in-home daycare for a
 number of years and was later employed by Dr. Copeland in Great Bend as
 an Eye Therapist.&nbsp; She was an accomplished artist in painting, 
photography, and ceramics, having attended Barton Community College in 
Great Bend in their Fine Arts program.&nbsp; Julie also loved gardening, 
raising houseplants, singing, and especially loved children.

Survivors
 include four daughters: Jennifer (&amp; Jason) Wilson of Lawrence, 
Michelle W. Cavender and Jewel R. Cavender, both of Great Bend, and 
Jessica I. (&amp; Matthew) Peebles of Houston, Texas; 10 grandchildren:&nbsp;
 Alees Cavender, Isabella Rodriguez, Jazmin Rodriguez, Daizy Gomez, 
Romeo Green, Genevieve Gilbert, Chandler Cavender, Kobi Wilson, Kalib 
Wilson, and Madisyn Peebles; three great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Kyleigh White, 
Sage Wilson, and Kingston Rodriguez, plus another on the way; one 
brother, Sam (&amp; Deanna) Smith of Windom.&nbsp; Julie was preceded in 
death by her parents; a brother Jez Jez, and a sister Jeanine Pettijohn.

According
 to her wishes, cremation has been chosen and a Celebration of Life 
Service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to the 
Julie Cavender Funeral Expense Fund with Charter Funerals of Great Bend,
 Kansas, in charge. 

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 </figure>Julie Ann Cavender, age 66 years, of Great Bend, passed away on Nov. 
10, 2022, at The University of Kansas Health Systems – Great Bend Campus
 in Great Bend.&nbsp; Julie was born on May 22, 1956 at Oahu, Hawaii, to Don 
and Anna May (Smith) Jez.&nbsp; She grew up in Brownsville, Texas, and lived 
the life of a “Navy Brat” living in several places, and moved to Great 
Bend from Woodward, Okla. 44 years ago.&nbsp; Julie did in-home daycare for a
 number of years and was later employed by Dr. Copeland in Great Bend as
 an Eye Therapist.&nbsp; She was an accomplished artist in painting, 
photography, and ceramics, having attended Barton Community College in 
Great Bend in their Fine Arts program.&nbsp; Julie also loved gardening, 
raising houseplants, singing, and especially loved children.Survivors
 include four daughters: Jennifer (&amp; Jason) Wilson of Lawrence, 
Michelle W. Cavender and Jewel R. Cavender, both of Great Bend, and 
Jessica I. (&amp; Matthew) Peebles of Houston, Texas; 10 grandchildren:&nbsp;
 Alees Cavender, Isabella Rodriguez, Jazmin Rodriguez, Daizy Gomez, 
Romeo Green, Genevieve Gilbert, Chandler Cavender, Kobi Wilson, Kalib 
Wilson, and Madisyn Peebles; three great-grandchildren:&nbsp; Kyleigh White, 
Sage Wilson, and Kingston Rodriguez, plus another on the way; one 
brother, Sam (&amp; Deanna) Smith of Windom.&nbsp; Julie was preceded in 
death by her parents; a brother Jez Jez, and a sister Jeanine Pettijohn.According
 to her wishes, cremation has been chosen and a Celebration of Life 
Service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to the 
Julie Cavender Funeral Expense Fund with Charter Funerals of Great Bend,
 Kansas, in charge.

Julie Ann Cavender

November 30, 1948
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 13, 2022

An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Velda-Irene-Skolaut?obId=26354983#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>November 30, 1948
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 13, 2022An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Velda-Irene-Skolaut?obId=26354983#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Velda Irene Skolaut

March 23, 1926
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 10, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 10, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

William 'Bill' F. Wilson

Anneliese Roberts, 88, passed away Sunday November 6, 2022, at the 
Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala, Nebraska. Anneliese was born 
August 4, 1934, in Ismaning, Germany, to Franz and Anna Trumler. Her 
childhood was spent under the rule of Nazi Germany. During WWII, she 
attended&nbsp;school at Volkschule in Munich-Reim, Germany. She was accepted 
into a cosmetology apprenticeship. She finished her apprenticeship 
within 3 years and received her degree in cosmetology. After graduating,
 she worked as a journeyman cosmetologist until she married her husband 
and moved to the United States. She could not travel to the United 
States until she was approved for immigration into the United States. 
This took about 6 months. She received her naturalization on May 8, 
1952.

Anneliese married the love of her life, John Roberts, on March &nbsp; 17, 
1952, in Munich, Germany, and to this union six children were born. As 
her children grew, Anneliese worked as a cosmetologist in Alma, Nebraska
 and Orleans, Nebraska. She worked in this career for many years until 
her retirement. She enjoyed watching her children’s involvement in 
various sporting activities and school activities. She also enjoyed 
watching her children’s involvement with their horse showings. After 
retirement, she enjoyed traveling with her husband John to Arizona and 
California. Anneliese enjoyed cooking her many German dishes for her 
family. She could always make the best pot roast, cookies for her 
grandchildren, and various desserts. She also enjoyed gardening. She had
 an unbelievable green thumb which she passed onto many of her children 
and grandchildren. She grew the most beautiful flowers. She was a 
devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed 
fishing with her grandchildren. Family meant everything to her. She was a
 woman of Faith and a devoted Catholic and will be missed by everyone 
who knew her.

She resided at Fort Dodge, Kansas near Dodge City, Kansas with her 
husband John until his passing in July 2020. She cherished her time as a
 volunteer with many U.S. veterans. She enjoyed making crafts with John 
until she lost her eyesight to macular degeneration. She and her husband
 were very involved with the veteran’s poppy program for many years 
while residing at Fort Dodge, Kansas. For the past two years she resided
 in Ogallala, Nebraska with her daughter Sue and her family. She loved 
her pet dachshunds, Schnapps, Heidi, and Rusty.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was blessed with a wealth of family. She and her husband were happily married for 68 years before John was called home.

She is survived by a brother, Franz Trumler and wife Carol of Boelus,
 Nebraska; a brother-in-law, Francis Hofmeyer from California; two sons,
 Johnnie Roberts and wife Vicki of Paradise, Kansas; Donald Roberts and 
his wife Sheila of Phillipsburg, Kansas; four daughters, Anna Ledbetter 
and husband Rick of Wallard, Tennessee; Helen Rains and her husband 
Cecil of Amarillo, Texas; Sue England and husband Scott of Ogallala, 
Nebraska; and Pamela Roberts and partner, Jim Goracke of Bucklin, 
Kansas; 18 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren: and many nieces and
 nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents Franz and Anna Trumler, her husband, John Roberts, and a sister, Sieglinde Hofmeyer.&nbsp;

Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Thursday, November 17, 2022, at St. 
Andrew Church, Wright.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Friday at the 
church with Fr. Ted Stoecklein presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the 
Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Dodge.&nbsp; There will be no public viewing, 
cremation has taken place. &nbsp;Friends may sign the register from 10:00 am 
to 4:00 pm Thursday at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.

The family suggests memorials to St. Andrew Church in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Anneliese Roberts, 88, passed away Sunday November 6, 2022, at the 
Ogallala Community Hospital in Ogallala, Nebraska. Anneliese was born 
August 4, 1934, in Ismaning, Germany, to Franz and Anna Trumler. Her 
childhood was spent under the rule of Nazi Germany. During WWII, she 
attended&nbsp;school at Volkschule in Munich-Reim, Germany. She was accepted 
into a cosmetology apprenticeship. She finished her apprenticeship 
within 3 years and received her degree in cosmetology. After graduating,
 she worked as a journeyman cosmetologist until she married her husband 
and moved to the United States. She could not travel to the United 
States until she was approved for immigration into the United States. 
This took about 6 months. She received her naturalization on May 8, 
1952.Anneliese married the love of her life, John Roberts, on March &nbsp; 17, 
1952, in Munich, Germany, and to this union six children were born. As 
her children grew, Anneliese worked as a cosmetologist in Alma, Nebraska
 and Orleans, Nebraska. She worked in this career for many years until 
her retirement. She enjoyed watching her children’s involvement in 
various sporting activities and school activities. She also enjoyed 
watching her children’s involvement with their horse showings. After 
retirement, she enjoyed traveling with her husband John to Arizona and 
California. Anneliese enjoyed cooking her many German dishes for her 
family. She could always make the best pot roast, cookies for her 
grandchildren, and various desserts. She also enjoyed gardening. She had
 an unbelievable green thumb which she passed onto many of her children 
and grandchildren. She grew the most beautiful flowers. She was a 
devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed 
fishing with her grandchildren. Family meant everything to her. She was a
 woman of Faith and a devoted Catholic and will be missed by everyone 
who knew her.She resided at Fort Dodge, Kansas near Dodge City, Kansas with her 
husband John until his passing in July 2020. She cherished her time as a
 volunteer with many U.S. veterans. She enjoyed making crafts with John 
until she lost her eyesight to macular degeneration. She and her husband
 were very involved with the veteran’s poppy program for many years 
while residing at Fort Dodge, Kansas. For the past two years she resided
 in Ogallala, Nebraska with her daughter Sue and her family. She loved 
her pet dachshunds, Schnapps, Heidi, and Rusty.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was blessed with a wealth of family. She and her husband were happily married for 68 years before John was called home.She is survived by a brother, Franz Trumler and wife Carol of Boelus,
 Nebraska; a brother-in-law, Francis Hofmeyer from California; two sons,
 Johnnie Roberts and wife Vicki of Paradise, Kansas; Donald Roberts and 
his wife Sheila of Phillipsburg, Kansas; four daughters, Anna Ledbetter 
and husband Rick of Wallard, Tennessee; Helen Rains and her husband 
Cecil of Amarillo, Texas; Sue England and husband Scott of Ogallala, 
Nebraska; and Pamela Roberts and partner, Jim Goracke of Bucklin, 
Kansas; 18 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren: and many nieces and
 nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents Franz and Anna Trumler, her husband, John Roberts, and a sister, Sieglinde Hofmeyer.&nbsp;Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Thursday, November 17, 2022, at St. 
Andrew Church, Wright.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Friday at the 
church with Fr. Ted Stoecklein presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the 
Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Ft. Dodge.&nbsp; There will be no public viewing, 
cremation has taken place. &nbsp;Friends may sign the register from 10:00 am 
to 4:00 pm Thursday at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.The family suggests memorials to St. Andrew Church in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Anneliese Roberts

Melvin H. Brummer was born to Louis &amp; Marie (Schroeder) Brummer 
on May 20, 1937, in Tipton. He passed away on November 8, 2022, at the 
Resident Care Center in Beloit, KS at the age of 85.&nbsp;

Melvin grew up on a farm south of Tipton as the 5th of nine 
children where they learned a lot about farm life, faith &amp; family. 
The Brummer brothers’ shenanigans sometimes led to a rosary on the 
shanty steps. He attended St. Boniface Grade School, graduating from 
Tipton High School in 1955.&nbsp;

After graduation, Melvin met his wife Geraldine (Boden) Brummer. 
They were united in marriage on May 2, 1959. They settled on a farmstead
 west of Tipton where they side-by side operated a Grade A dairy, cattle
 and farming operation. Melvin and Gerry were blessed with 5 children in
 their 56 years of loving marriage.&nbsp;

Melvin was an active member of the St. Boniface Catholic church. 
He served as an Acolyte and Eucharistic Minister. Melvin was a member of
 Knights of Columbus Council 1645 where he served as Grand Knight and 
was also a member of the Robert F. Kennedy 4th Degree. One of his 
proudest moments was the installation of his 3 sons and 2 son-in-laws 
into the 4th Degree.&nbsp; Melvin placed a high value on faith, family, hard 
work and education; therefore served as a member of the National Guard, 
Parish Council and Tipton School Board.

Melvin lived life to the fullest! He shared his wisdom, 
compassion, leadership and sense of humor with everyone. Some of his 
favorite pastimes were raising greyhounds (Queenie), coyote hunting, 
tending and checking his cattle on a Sunday drive to the pasture with 
fishing pole in tow. He loved the time spent playing pinochle &amp; 
pitch with family, polka dancing and could be found tapping his foot 
along with a Lawrence Welk tune.&nbsp;

Melvin's 15 grandchildren captured his heart. They were familiar 
with the pet names of Smoke, George, Peter Murphy, &amp; Snickle Fritz. 
He enjoyed giving them rides in his John Deere tractor where he was 
known to share life lessons along with fun stories. If they ever got 
bored, he taught them how to sing along to the tune of “Jimmy Crack 
Corn.”

Melvin's parents, his loving wife, Gerry, brother Charles, &amp; 
sister Twyla Remus preceded him in death. Survivors include his 5 
children: Robin (Kevin) Moore of Osborne, Stacie (Gery) Hake of Tipton, 
Troy (Stacey) Brummer of Osborne, Tyler (Rebecca) of Genesee, ID, &amp; 
Chad (Candace) Brummer of Tipton. 15 Grandchildren: Kylin &amp; Katelyn 
Moore, Justin, Jaron, &amp; Linden Hake, Megan (Kyle) Montoya, Shelby 
&amp; Shyanne Brummer, Jayson &amp; Alyssa Carswell, Tristen, Logan, 
&amp; Cadyn Brummer, Trenton &amp; Allison Brummer. Great-granddaughter 
Kassidy Brummer along with 2 more Great-Grands arriving soon. Melvin’s 
siblings: Cynthia May of Beloit, Victor (Betty) Brummer of Tipton, Harry
 Brummer of Lincoln, Kenny (Joanne) Brummer of Tipton, Sylvia (Rick) 
Budke of Beloit, Michelle (Phillip) Murrow of Tipton, and numerous 
nieces, nephews, and friends that made his life complete.

Melvin will be remembered as someone who brought a light so great 
to the world that even after he’s gone, the light still remains forever 
in our hearts!

Funeral services will be at 10 AM Monday, November 14, at the St. 
Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. A rosary service will be at 6:30 PM 
Sunday &amp; visitation will be from 5 PM until the rosary service 
begins at the Church. 

Memorials may be given to the Tipton Schools, or 
Masses.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668352206280.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Melvin H. Brummer was born to Louis &amp; Marie (Schroeder) Brummer 
on May 20, 1937, in Tipton. He passed away on November 8, 2022, at the 
Resident Care Center in Beloit, KS at the age of 85.&nbsp;Melvin grew up on a farm south of Tipton as the 5th of nine 
children where they learned a lot about farm life, faith &amp; family. 
The Brummer brothers’ shenanigans sometimes led to a rosary on the 
shanty steps. He attended St. Boniface Grade School, graduating from 
Tipton High School in 1955.&nbsp;After graduation, Melvin met his wife Geraldine (Boden) Brummer. 
They were united in marriage on May 2, 1959. They settled on a farmstead
 west of Tipton where they side-by side operated a Grade A dairy, cattle
 and farming operation. Melvin and Gerry were blessed with 5 children in
 their 56 years of loving marriage.&nbsp;Melvin was an active member of the St. Boniface Catholic church. 
He served as an Acolyte and Eucharistic Minister. Melvin was a member of
 Knights of Columbus Council 1645 where he served as Grand Knight and 
was also a member of the Robert F. Kennedy 4th Degree. One of his 
proudest moments was the installation of his 3 sons and 2 son-in-laws 
into the 4th Degree.&nbsp; Melvin placed a high value on faith, family, hard 
work and education; therefore served as a member of the National Guard, 
Parish Council and Tipton School Board.Melvin lived life to the fullest! He shared his wisdom, 
compassion, leadership and sense of humor with everyone. Some of his 
favorite pastimes were raising greyhounds (Queenie), coyote hunting, 
tending and checking his cattle on a Sunday drive to the pasture with 
fishing pole in tow. He loved the time spent playing pinochle &amp; 
pitch with family, polka dancing and could be found tapping his foot 
along with a Lawrence Welk tune.&nbsp;Melvin's 15 grandchildren captured his heart. They were familiar 
with the pet names of Smoke, George, Peter Murphy, &amp; Snickle Fritz. 
He enjoyed giving them rides in his John Deere tractor where he was 
known to share life lessons along with fun stories. If they ever got 
bored, he taught them how to sing along to the tune of “Jimmy Crack 
Corn.”Melvin's parents, his loving wife, Gerry, brother Charles, &amp; 
sister Twyla Remus preceded him in death. Survivors include his 5 
children: Robin (Kevin) Moore of Osborne, Stacie (Gery) Hake of Tipton, 
Troy (Stacey) Brummer of Osborne, Tyler (Rebecca) of Genesee, ID, &amp; 
Chad (Candace) Brummer of Tipton. 15 Grandchildren: Kylin &amp; Katelyn 
Moore, Justin, Jaron, &amp; Linden Hake, Megan (Kyle) Montoya, Shelby 
&amp; Shyanne Brummer, Jayson &amp; Alyssa Carswell, Tristen, Logan, 
&amp; Cadyn Brummer, Trenton &amp; Allison Brummer. Great-granddaughter 
Kassidy Brummer along with 2 more Great-Grands arriving soon. Melvin’s 
siblings: Cynthia May of Beloit, Victor (Betty) Brummer of Tipton, Harry
 Brummer of Lincoln, Kenny (Joanne) Brummer of Tipton, Sylvia (Rick) 
Budke of Beloit, Michelle (Phillip) Murrow of Tipton, and numerous 
nieces, nephews, and friends that made his life complete.Melvin will be remembered as someone who brought a light so great 
to the world that even after he’s gone, the light still remains forever 
in our hearts!Funeral services will be at 10 AM Monday, November 14, at the St. 
Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. A rosary service will be at 6:30 PM 
Sunday &amp; visitation will be from 5 PM until the rosary service 
begins at the Church. Memorials may be given to the Tipton Schools, or 
Masses.

Melvin H. Brummer

Barbara Hill passed away November 11, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional 
Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born November 20, 1947, in Ponca City, OK, to 
Charlie and Virginia Musser.&nbsp; Barbara grew up in Ponca City, OK, Wichita
 Falls, TX, and Salina.

She married Dennis Hogan, in Salina; they later divorced.&nbsp; Barbara 
and Dennis had three children; Sherrie (Hogan) Hand, Belton, MO, Shawn 
Hogan, and Stephen Hogan, both of Salina; 11 grandchildren; and five 
great-grandchildren.

In 1989, Barbara married Don Hill, in Great Bend.&nbsp; Don has two sons; 
Rick Hill, Wichita, and Robert Hill, Santa Clara, CA; and two grandsons.

Barbara worked a variety of jobs, and had her own business for a 
time.&nbsp; She found her real love when she became a para in a Great Bend 
elementary school.&nbsp; This evolved into a desire to become a teacher.&nbsp; 
Barbara went back to school at age 47, and received her teaching 
certificate to teach elementary school.&nbsp; She taught several age levels, 
but finally found her passion in teaching third grade.&nbsp; Barbara loved 
that age, and was a dedicated teacher.&nbsp; She continued to teach until 
retirement.

Barbara’s parents, her younger sister, Patti, and her admiring second
 mother-in-law all have gone ahead into that Heavenly Kingdom that we 
all aspire to, and now Barbara joins them.&nbsp; Those left behind will miss 
our loving and talented Barbara.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 
Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Partridge Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may 
call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kingman Christian 
Church (Disciples of Christ) or the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of 
Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668291023428.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Barbara Hill passed away November 11, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional 
Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born November 20, 1947, in Ponca City, OK, to 
Charlie and Virginia Musser.&nbsp; Barbara grew up in Ponca City, OK, Wichita
 Falls, TX, and Salina.She married Dennis Hogan, in Salina; they later divorced.&nbsp; Barbara 
and Dennis had three children; Sherrie (Hogan) Hand, Belton, MO, Shawn 
Hogan, and Stephen Hogan, both of Salina; 11 grandchildren; and five 
great-grandchildren.In 1989, Barbara married Don Hill, in Great Bend.&nbsp; Don has two sons; 
Rick Hill, Wichita, and Robert Hill, Santa Clara, CA; and two grandsons.Barbara worked a variety of jobs, and had her own business for a 
time.&nbsp; She found her real love when she became a para in a Great Bend 
elementary school.&nbsp; This evolved into a desire to become a teacher.&nbsp; 
Barbara went back to school at age 47, and received her teaching 
certificate to teach elementary school.&nbsp; She taught several age levels, 
but finally found her passion in teaching third grade.&nbsp; Barbara loved 
that age, and was a dedicated teacher.&nbsp; She continued to teach until 
retirement.Barbara’s parents, her younger sister, Patti, and her admiring second
 mother-in-law all have gone ahead into that Heavenly Kingdom that we 
all aspire to, and now Barbara joins them.&nbsp; Those left behind will miss 
our loving and talented Barbara.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 
Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Partridge Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may 
call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, with the family present from 
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kingman Christian 
Church (Disciples of Christ) or the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of 
Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Barbara Hill

Adrain Max "Dee" Desaire, 85, passed away Monday, November 7th, 2022, at 
the Robert J. Dole Medical Center. He was born October 30th, 1937, to 
George and Amy (Garringer) Desaire in Damar, Kansas. 
Loving husband, father, grandfather &amp; friend. He served in the US 
Army and Air Force, was a retired truck driver, had worked in the oil 
fields and auto sales manager, song writer in his retirement years. Dee
 enjoyed karaoke, playing cards, writing songs &amp; poems and more than
 anything, teasing his numerous grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; Sons: William Desaire and 
Kenneth George Desaire &amp; son-in-law, Joseph Gerhardt. Dee is 
survived by his wife of 15years, Twila Desaire; daughters: Christi 
(Gary) Wilson, Tammie (Gary) Fischer, Julie (Christopher) John, Melinda 
(James Manderson) Schoene; sons: David (Nancy) Desaire, Michael (Janet) 
Schoene; Sister: Phyllis Knipp of Dickinson, ND; brother: Larry (Betty) 
Desaire of Olathe, KS; 30 Grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 1 
great-great grandson. 
Cremation with Memorial Mass 11:00am Saturday, Nov. 19, 2002, at St. 
Joseph Catholic Church in Damar, KS with burial in Zion Lutheran 
Cemetery in Trego County Kansas. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Robert J. Dole Medical Center or American Cancer Society.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Adrain Max "Dee" Desaire, 85, passed away Monday, November 7th, 2022, at 
the Robert J. Dole Medical Center. He was born October 30th, 1937, to 
George and Amy (Garringer) Desaire in Damar, Kansas. 
Loving husband, father, grandfather &amp; friend. He served in the US 
Army and Air Force, was a retired truck driver, had worked in the oil 
fields and auto sales manager, song writer in his retirement years. Dee
 enjoyed karaoke, playing cards, writing songs &amp; poems and more than
 anything, teasing his numerous grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; Sons: William Desaire and 
Kenneth George Desaire &amp; son-in-law, Joseph Gerhardt. Dee is 
survived by his wife of 15years, Twila Desaire; daughters: Christi 
(Gary) Wilson, Tammie (Gary) Fischer, Julie (Christopher) John, Melinda 
(James Manderson) Schoene; sons: David (Nancy) Desaire, Michael (Janet) 
Schoene; Sister: Phyllis Knipp of Dickinson, ND; brother: Larry (Betty) 
Desaire of Olathe, KS; 30 Grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren and 1 
great-great grandson. 
Cremation with Memorial Mass 11:00am Saturday, Nov. 19, 2002, at St. 
Joseph Catholic Church in Damar, KS with burial in Zion Lutheran 
Cemetery in Trego County Kansas. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Robert J. Dole Medical Center or American Cancer Society.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Adrain Max 'Dee' Desaire

September 30, 1952
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 10, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.

September 30, 1952
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 10, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.

David Allen New

Curtis Howard Archibald entered this life on January 8, 1949, in 
Norton, KS and left to enter his “Field of Dreams” on November 10, 2022,&nbsp; at Good Samaritan Hospital, Kearney, NE.

Arch was an avid baseball
 fan from a very young age. He played baseball in empty lots with his 
cousins and friends growing up in Norton and playing more seriously 
while his family lived in Westminster, Co. They moved back to Norton 
when he was in junior high. He participated in football, basketball, and
 track, considered those the only reason to attend high school. Oh, and 
the girls, of course. He graduated in 1967.

Arch enlisted in the 
United States Marine Corps after a year at Fort Hays State. He was sent 
to Vietnam in 1968 where he was a radio operator for his company. He was
 injured by shrapnel after being in the country for 1 ½ months and sent 
to Guam via hospital ship. Curt liked to say he was so good at his job 
they sent him back to Vietnam after his recovery. He mustered out of the
 service in 1970. He believed everything that came after in his life was
 "gravy" since he survived. Arch returned to Fort Hays State for another
 year before returning to Norton to help with the family distributing 
business.

Arch and Norma Bruggeman were married in October 1974. 
He loved his role as husband, best friend and lover to his wife. He 
greeted his children, Rayeann and Mike with much love and enthusiasm and
 became “Dad”. He coached both of their ball teams, sometimes running 
from one field to the next. He welcomed his three grandsons with wonder 
and delight, Jake, Max, and Eli, and became “Poppy” in his new role.

Arch
 loved his life and when someone would ask him how he was, he would 
always answer with "fantastic".  Sadly, his last few years were dampened
 by many health issues, but he never lost his sense of humor.  He was 
extremely good at telling bad jokes.

Arch is preceded in death by 
his parents, Don and Mary Lue Archibald; parents-in-law, Ambrose and 
Virginia Bruggeman; his grandparents; brothers-in-law Robert Machen and 
Kirk Allred. He is survived by his wife, Norma of the home; children, 
Rayeann (Mike) of Ankeny, IA and Michael (Tiffany) of Olathe, KS; 
grandsons, Jake (Andia) of Greenwood, MO, Maxwell and Elijah of Olathe, 
KS; four sisters, Peggy Machen of Phoenix, AZ, Dona (Tom) Purcell, 
Phoenix, AZ, Becky (Dick) Knackendoffel, Grand Junction, CO, and 
Marianne (Gregg) Wicker, Norton, KS (He liked to tell people he had four
 sisters and each one had a brother); brothers-in-law, David (Roxie) 
Bruggeman, Roseland, NE, Paul (Karla) Bruggeman, Rexford, KS, and Chuck 
(Sheila) Cart, Salina, KS; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins; his 
friend and partner in crime (for many years), Richard Miller, and an 
“adopted” son, Jake Ward.

A Celebration of Life will be held 9:00 
am Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the funeral home. Inurnment will 
follow at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at WaKeeney. A visitation will 
be from 6-8:00 pm Friday, December 9, 2022, at the Norton American Legion
 Post 63. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Norton American 
Legion Baseball team or the Norton County Honor Hunt. Condolences may be
 left at www.plumergobber.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668280593326.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Curtis Howard Archibald entered this life on January 8, 1949, in 
Norton, KS and left to enter his “Field of Dreams” on November 10, 2022,&nbsp; at Good Samaritan Hospital, Kearney, NE.Arch was an avid baseball
 fan from a very young age. He played baseball in empty lots with his 
cousins and friends growing up in Norton and playing more seriously 
while his family lived in Westminster, Co. They moved back to Norton 
when he was in junior high. He participated in football, basketball, and
 track, considered those the only reason to attend high school. Oh, and 
the girls, of course. He graduated in 1967.Arch enlisted in the 
United States Marine Corps after a year at Fort Hays State. He was sent 
to Vietnam in 1968 where he was a radio operator for his company. He was
 injured by shrapnel after being in the country for 1 ½ months and sent 
to Guam via hospital ship. Curt liked to say he was so good at his job 
they sent him back to Vietnam after his recovery. He mustered out of the
 service in 1970. He believed everything that came after in his life was
 "gravy" since he survived. Arch returned to Fort Hays State for another
 year before returning to Norton to help with the family distributing 
business.Arch and Norma Bruggeman were married in October 1974. 
He loved his role as husband, best friend and lover to his wife. He 
greeted his children, Rayeann and Mike with much love and enthusiasm and
 became “Dad”. He coached both of their ball teams, sometimes running 
from one field to the next. He welcomed his three grandsons with wonder 
and delight, Jake, Max, and Eli, and became “Poppy” in his new role.Arch
 loved his life and when someone would ask him how he was, he would 
always answer with "fantastic". Sadly, his last few years were dampened
 by many health issues, but he never lost his sense of humor. He was 
extremely good at telling bad jokes.Arch is preceded in death by 
his parents, Don and Mary Lue Archibald; parents-in-law, Ambrose and 
Virginia Bruggeman; his grandparents; brothers-in-law Robert Machen and 
Kirk Allred. He is survived by his wife, Norma of the home; children, 
Rayeann (Mike) of Ankeny, IA and Michael (Tiffany) of Olathe, KS; 
grandsons, Jake (Andia) of Greenwood, MO, Maxwell and Elijah of Olathe, 
KS; four sisters, Peggy Machen of Phoenix, AZ, Dona (Tom) Purcell, 
Phoenix, AZ, Becky (Dick) Knackendoffel, Grand Junction, CO, and 
Marianne (Gregg) Wicker, Norton, KS (He liked to tell people he had four
 sisters and each one had a brother); brothers-in-law, David (Roxie) 
Bruggeman, Roseland, NE, Paul (Karla) Bruggeman, Rexford, KS, and Chuck 
(Sheila) Cart, Salina, KS; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins; his 
friend and partner in crime (for many years), Richard Miller, and an 
“adopted” son, Jake Ward.A Celebration of Life will be held 9:00 
am Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the funeral home. Inurnment will 
follow at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at WaKeeney. A visitation will 
be from 6-8:00 pm Friday, December 9, 2022, at the Norton American Legion
 Post 63. Memorial contributions may be made to the Norton American 
Legion Baseball team or the Norton County Honor Hunt. Condolences may be
 left at www.plumergobber.com

Curtis Howard Archibald

Joan Mary Lockwood, 88, died November 8, 2022, at Brookdale Senior 
Living, Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born January 16, 1934, on the 
family farm near Burr Oak, Jewell County, Kansas, the daughter of Henry 
Simon and Daisy Margaret (Niceschwander) Heskett. In 1952, Joan 
graduated from Burr Oak High School.

On December 16, 1960, she married Gerald “Jerry” Lockwood at the 
Methodist Church in Stockton, Kansas. While in Stockton, Joan first 
worked as a clerk of the court and later served as Judge - pro tem for 
Rooks County.&nbsp; Jerry and Joan moved to Wichita, Ks; here she was 
employed at the Sedgwick county courthouse. While living in Wichita they
 had two sons Kevin and Kenton. In 1971 the family moved to Great Bend, 
Ks. where Jerry, Joan and partners opened Parts, Inc. She worked there 
as the Office Manager for many years.&nbsp;

Her pastimes included collecting antiques and glassware, crocheting, 
and researching family genealogy.&nbsp; She was a fabulous cook, enjoyed 
dancing and especially adored horses. She was an accomplished rider from
 childhood.&nbsp; She would share stories of taking her younger siblings 
along to school. Three kids on a gentle horse trotting down the road. 
Later in life horsepower was redefined. Joan enjoyed driving her bright 
yellow 69 Super Sport 396 Camaro. Her boys remember the roar of her 
Camaro and the taillights as she headed off to visit family in 
Nebraska.&nbsp;

Survivors include two sons; Kevin Lockwood and wife Wendy, and Kenton
 Lockwood and wife Cynthia, all of Great Bend; brother, Jerry Heskett of
 Lincoln, Nebraska; sister, Barbara Ohmstede of Guide Rock, Nebraska; 
and her grandchildren whom she loved very much, Thomas Lockwood - 
Phoenix, Az., Ashley Lockwood - Oviedo, Fl., Corporal Ethan Lockwood 
U.S. Army and wife Heather - Fort Gordon, Ga., and Joanna Lockwood - 
Hays, Ks.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a brother, SFC 
Donald Heskett, and five sisters, Thelma Wallace, Wilma Hageman, 
Jacqueline Boyles, Ruth Pickett and Norma Rohrdanz.

Friends may sign the book, there will be no viewing as cremation has 
taken place. Family will greet friends from 6-8p.m., Monday, December 
19, 2022 at the funeral home.&nbsp;

Celebration of Life Services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 20th,
 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, Hoisington, with Pastor 
Troy Miller presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to War Horses for Veterans of Stillwell, Ks. or
 St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1668280455280.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Joan Mary Lockwood, 88, died November 8, 2022, at Brookdale Senior 
Living, Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born January 16, 1934, on the 
family farm near Burr Oak, Jewell County, Kansas, the daughter of Henry 
Simon and Daisy Margaret (Niceschwander) Heskett. In 1952, Joan 
graduated from Burr Oak High School.On December 16, 1960, she married Gerald “Jerry” Lockwood at the 
Methodist Church in Stockton, Kansas. While in Stockton, Joan first 
worked as a clerk of the court and later served as Judge - pro tem for 
Rooks County.&nbsp; Jerry and Joan moved to Wichita, Ks; here she was 
employed at the Sedgwick county courthouse. While living in Wichita they
 had two sons Kevin and Kenton. In 1971 the family moved to Great Bend, 
Ks. where Jerry, Joan and partners opened Parts, Inc. She worked there 
as the Office Manager for many years.&nbsp;Her pastimes included collecting antiques and glassware, crocheting, 
and researching family genealogy.&nbsp; She was a fabulous cook, enjoyed 
dancing and especially adored horses. She was an accomplished rider from
 childhood.&nbsp; She would share stories of taking her younger siblings 
along to school. Three kids on a gentle horse trotting down the road. 
Later in life horsepower was redefined. Joan enjoyed driving her bright 
yellow 69 Super Sport 396 Camaro. Her boys remember the roar of her 
Camaro and the taillights as she headed off to visit family in 
Nebraska.&nbsp;Survivors include two sons; Kevin Lockwood and wife Wendy, and Kenton
 Lockwood and wife Cynthia, all of Great Bend; brother, Jerry Heskett of
 Lincoln, Nebraska; sister, Barbara Ohmstede of Guide Rock, Nebraska; 
and her grandchildren whom she loved very much, Thomas Lockwood - 
Phoenix, Az., Ashley Lockwood - Oviedo, Fl., Corporal Ethan Lockwood 
U.S. Army and wife Heather - Fort Gordon, Ga., and Joanna Lockwood - 
Hays, Ks.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a brother, SFC 
Donald Heskett, and five sisters, Thelma Wallace, Wilma Hageman, 
Jacqueline Boyles, Ruth Pickett and Norma Rohrdanz.Friends may sign the book, there will be no viewing as cremation has 
taken place. Family will greet friends from 6-8p.m., Monday, December 
19, 2022 at the funeral home.&nbsp;Celebration of Life Services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 20th,
 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, Hoisington, with Pastor 
Troy Miller presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.Memorials may be made to War Horses for Veterans of Stillwell, Ks. or
 St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Joan Mary Lockwood

Norma Ann Hawley passed away on November 10, 2022, at the Andbe 
Home. She was born on October 22, 1941, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Edith and
 LeRoy Hawley.

In 1944, the family moved to Pierceville, Kansas. 
Her family moved around because her father worked for Union Pacific 
Railroad. They lived in a box car in Tennis, Kansas, but went to school 
in Friends, Kansas.

In 1951, the family moved to Scott City, 
Kansas, where Norma graduated from High School in 1960. Then the family 
moved to Garden City, Kansas where Norma began working as a clerk for 
JCPenney. She worked there for 25 years. She also was a caregiver for 
her elderly parents.

In 1997, Norma moved to Phoenix, Arizona to 
be close to her sister, Edna Mead and family. In March of 2007, she 
moved to Hill City, Kansas. She did this to be near her niece, Pauline 
King. In October of 2010, Norma moved to Topeka, Kansas, to be near her 
cousin, Donald Johnson and family. Then in January 2013, she moved to 
Norton, Kansas, to be close to her sister, Wanda Davison and family.

In
 August of 2020, she moved to the Andbe Home in Norton, where she 
resided with her sister, Wanda. She remained there until her passing.

Norma
 enjoyed doing puzzles, cross stitching on plastic canvas, traveling and
 attending church. She also enjoyed going on bike rides, while in Hill 
City, she was often referred to as the “bike lady."

Norma is 
preceded in death by her parents; brother, Albert Hawley; sister, Edna 
Hawley Mead; brothers-in-law, Donald Davison and Delroy Mead. She is 
survived by her sister, Wanda Davison; cousins, Donald and Robert 
Johnson; nephews, Robert and Justin Mead; nieces, Debbie (Mead) Collins,
 Sherrie Mead, Pauline King, Sharon Avedisian, Carol (Hawley) Rohrbough,
 Marilyn Hawley, and sister-in-law, LeAnne Hawley.

Funeral 
services will be held 1:00 pm Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the 
Cornerstone Church in Norton. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am – 
1:00 pm before the service at the church. Burial will be 1:00 pm 
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at the Lakin Cemetery, Lakin, KS. 

Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Cornerstone Church and sent in care of 
Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. 
Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

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 </figure>Norma Ann Hawley passed away on November 10, 2022, at the Andbe 
Home. She was born on October 22, 1941, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Edith and
 LeRoy Hawley.In 1944, the family moved to Pierceville, Kansas. 
Her family moved around because her father worked for Union Pacific 
Railroad. They lived in a box car in Tennis, Kansas, but went to school 
in Friends, Kansas.In 1951, the family moved to Scott City, 
Kansas, where Norma graduated from High School in 1960. Then the family 
moved to Garden City, Kansas where Norma began working as a clerk for 
JCPenney. She worked there for 25 years. She also was a caregiver for 
her elderly parents.In 1997, Norma moved to Phoenix, Arizona to 
be close to her sister, Edna Mead and family. In March of 2007, she 
moved to Hill City, Kansas. She did this to be near her niece, Pauline 
King. In October of 2010, Norma moved to Topeka, Kansas, to be near her 
cousin, Donald Johnson and family. Then in January 2013, she moved to 
Norton, Kansas, to be close to her sister, Wanda Davison and family.In
 August of 2020, she moved to the Andbe Home in Norton, where she 
resided with her sister, Wanda. She remained there until her passing.Norma
 enjoyed doing puzzles, cross stitching on plastic canvas, traveling and
 attending church. She also enjoyed going on bike rides, while in Hill 
City, she was often referred to as the “bike lady."Norma is 
preceded in death by her parents; brother, Albert Hawley; sister, Edna 
Hawley Mead; brothers-in-law, Donald Davison and Delroy Mead. She is 
survived by her sister, Wanda Davison; cousins, Donald and Robert 
Johnson; nephews, Robert and Justin Mead; nieces, Debbie (Mead) Collins,
 Sherrie Mead, Pauline King, Sharon Avedisian, Carol (Hawley) Rohrbough,
 Marilyn Hawley, and sister-in-law, LeAnne Hawley.Funeral 
services will be held 1:00 pm Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the 
Cornerstone Church in Norton. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am – 
1:00 pm before the service at the church. Burial will be 1:00 pm 
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at the Lakin Cemetery, Lakin, KS. Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Cornerstone Church and sent in care of 
Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. 
Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Norma Ann Hawley

Derril Lee Castor, 88, of Russell, Kansas, passed away peacefully Monday, October 24, 2022, at Russell Regional Hospital with his family by his side.

Derril was born August 8, 1934, in Torrington, Wyoming, the son of Glen and Ethel (Durham) Castor.&nbsp; He lived his early years in Arapahoe, Colorado with his parents and older brother, Delbert. During his elementary school years, the family had moved to Kansas in the Russell and Osborne areas. Derril moved schools often, but found his grounding in Osborne, Kansas through the connection of his coach, James Lewis “Lew” Comer. Lew helped find Osborne families with whom Derril could live with during high school. Derril was a hard worker and held several part-time jobs to support himself when he wasn’t atschool or practice for football, basketball, track, or baseball. He was class president his freshman and senior years and graduated from Osborne High School in 1952. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves and served from 1957 to 1962.&nbsp;

While in Osborne, Derril met his life partner, Marvel J. Mitchell, when he was in 7th grade. Their friendship continued throughout high school. He and Marvel were married on November 21, 1959, at the First Christian Church in Osborne, Kansas. This union was blessed with two children; L’Mitchell and Lezlee.&nbsp; They have made Russell their home since 1963.

Derril attended Ft. Hays State University where he obtained a B.S. in Art Education in 1964 and an M.S. in Art in 1966. Derril began teaching at Natoma High School and then Ruppenthal Middle School in Russell. For the majority of his 33 year teaching career, Derril taught Arts and Crafts at Russell High School. When he wasn’t teaching, Derril farmed and ranched in Osborne County. He was a founding member of the Russell’s Original Art Review (ROAR) in Russell.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church of Russell and later attended the St. John Lutheran Church. He loved making jewelry, pottery, ice cream, and beef jerky.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and gardening. He especially loved watching and attending his grandsons’ activities, and traveling with Marvel and friends. His little jokes and sweet nature will be truly missed. Derril will always be remembered as a true gentle-man.&nbsp;

Derril’s surviving family include his wife of 62 years Marvel of the home; son, L’Mitchell Castor of Prairie Village, Kansas; daughter, Lezlee Ivy (Eric) of Parkville, Missouri; and four grandsons, Connor Castor, Nick Castor, Brock Ivy and Tate Ivy; brother, Larry Castor (Gayle) of Littleton, Colorado, their children Blaine and Rolna; niece Terri Crandall and nephews Jeff and Jay Castor. He also left several cousins and a host of friends.

Derril was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Delbert Castor.

Celebration of Derril’s life will be held at St. John Lutheran Church on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 11:00 A.M.&nbsp; Private burial of ashes will take place at a later time.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to the Russell Original Art Review (ROAR) or the Derril Castor Memorial Fund and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Derril Lee Castor, 88, of Russell, Kansas, passed away peacefully Monday, October 24, 2022, at Russell Regional Hospital with his family by his side.Derril was born August 8, 1934, in Torrington, Wyoming, the son of Glen and Ethel (Durham) Castor.&nbsp; He lived his early years in Arapahoe, Colorado with his parents and older brother, Delbert. During his elementary school years, the family had moved to Kansas in the Russell and Osborne areas. Derril moved schools often, but found his grounding in Osborne, Kansas through the connection of his coach, James Lewis “Lew” Comer. Lew helped find Osborne families with whom Derril could live with during high school. Derril was a hard worker and held several part-time jobs to support himself when he wasn’t atschool or practice for football, basketball, track, or baseball. He was class president his freshman and senior years and graduated from Osborne High School in 1952. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves and served from 1957 to 1962.&nbsp;While in Osborne, Derril met his life partner, Marvel J. Mitchell, when he was in 7th grade. Their friendship continued throughout high school. He and Marvel were married on November 21, 1959, at the First Christian Church in Osborne, Kansas. This union was blessed with two children; L’Mitchell and Lezlee.&nbsp; They have made Russell their home since 1963.Derril attended Ft. Hays State University where he obtained a B.S. in Art Education in 1964 and an M.S. in Art in 1966. Derril began teaching at Natoma High School and then Ruppenthal Middle School in Russell. For the majority of his 33 year teaching career, Derril taught Arts and Crafts at Russell High School. When he wasn’t teaching, Derril farmed and ranched in Osborne County. He was a founding member of the Russell’s Original Art Review (ROAR) in Russell.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church of Russell and later attended the St. John Lutheran Church. He loved making jewelry, pottery, ice cream, and beef jerky.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and gardening. He especially loved watching and attending his grandsons’ activities, and traveling with Marvel and friends. His little jokes and sweet nature will be truly missed. Derril will always be remembered as a true gentle-man.&nbsp;Derril’s surviving family include his wife of 62 years Marvel of the home; son, L’Mitchell Castor of Prairie Village, Kansas; daughter, Lezlee Ivy (Eric) of Parkville, Missouri; and four grandsons, Connor Castor, Nick Castor, Brock Ivy and Tate Ivy; brother, Larry Castor (Gayle) of Littleton, Colorado, their children Blaine and Rolna; niece Terri Crandall and nephews Jeff and Jay Castor. He also left several cousins and a host of friends.Derril was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Delbert Castor.Celebration of Derril’s life will be held at St. John Lutheran Church on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 11:00 A.M.&nbsp; Private burial of ashes will take place at a later time.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to the Russell Original Art Review (ROAR) or the Derril Castor Memorial Fund and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service.&nbsp;

Derril Lee Castor

Donald Ulysses Hickok, 97, of Ulysses, Ks went to be with his Lord and 
Savior, Jesus Christ, and was reunited with the love of his life on 
Wednesday, November 9th, 2022. 
He was born July 21st, 1925, to Charles William and Mary Frances 
(McGillivray) Hickok in Ulysses, Ks. He graduated from Grant County 
Rural High School and joined the Navy at the age of 17 in 1943. He was 
sent to school in Maryville, Missouri, and from there to California, and
 then to Iowa University. He was taking the pre-flight program, and then
 was to enter the flight training but World War II ended and changed his
 plans. He then attended Colorado University at Boulder, graduating 
in1949 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. 
 Don met the love of his life, Ruth Ann Reese on a blind date during his
 time at Boulder and they were married on June 14th, 1948, at the First 
Christian Church in Logan, Ks. They were married for 74 wonderful years 
and enjoyed their kids and grandkids. 
Living in Ulysses for 93 of his 97 years, Don had been a valued part of 
the community serving in many capacities. He was a member of the First 
United Methodist Church, the Dexter D. Harbour American Legion Post #79,
 Rotary Club, and the Masons. He was the treasurer for the Ulysses 
School Board for many years. He and Ruth Ann owned and operated the 
local Gamble’s store, later called Hickok Home Center. They served many 
people in Ulysses and the surrounding area for 34 years until they 
retired in 1992. They had many opportunities to travel the world through
 the companies they worked with throughout the years and enjoyed it 
thoroughly. As they were approaching retirement, they built a cabin home
 in Cuchara, Colorado. They spent many summers in retirement enjoying 
the beautiful mountains and the many wonderful friends they met there. 
Don was a wonderful husband, father, “favorite father-in-law”, Granddad,
 Great-Granddad, uncle, and friend. He loved his family dearly and 
showed it so well. He enjoyed painting, creating many wonderful 
masterpieces that were adorned on the walls of their home and shared 
with family. He enjoyed fishing, and golfing in his younger years. He 
enjoyed cooking and “Chef La Don” was famous for his onion casserole. He
 enjoyed sharing his life stories with family and anyone who entered 
their home. 
Don is survived by his daughter, Susan Goulding and husband John of 
Prairie Village, Ks; son, Bill Hickok and wife Bobbi Jo of Ulysses, Ks; 
grandchildren, Alisha Hickok of Wichita, Ks; Nolan Hickok and wife Jamie
 of Wichita, Ks; Lauren Carolan and husband James of Prairie Village, 
Ks; Spencer Goulding of Murphy, Or; Joshua Hickok of Ulysses, Ks; Kyle 
Hickok and fiancée Cassidy of Ulysses, Ks; Reese Goulding of Oklahoma 
City, Ok; and Brooke Perez and husband Tanner of Ulysses, Ks; 
great-grandchildren, Emma Carolan and Brecklyn Perez; and numerous 
special nieces and nephews. 
Don is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Annabelle Lahey; brother, Charles Hickok; and grandson, Johnny Goulding. 
Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am on Monday November 14th, 2022, at the
 First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Todd Guinn 
officiating. Graveside service will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery with 
Military Rites conducted by Dexter D. Harbour American Legion Post #79. 
Visitation will be from 2-6 pm with the family present from 4-6 pm on 
Sunday, November 13th, 2022, at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses. The 
Service will be live streamed on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page 
as well as the Ulysses United Methodist Church’s Facebook page.

Memorial
 contributions may be given to the First United Methodist Church or the 
Grant County Scholarship Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. 
Grant Ave. Ulysses, Ks 67880. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Donald Ulysses Hickok, 97, of Ulysses, Ks went to be with his Lord and 
Savior, Jesus Christ, and was reunited with the love of his life on 
Wednesday, November 9th, 2022. 
He was born July 21st, 1925, to Charles William and Mary Frances 
(McGillivray) Hickok in Ulysses, Ks. He graduated from Grant County 
Rural High School and joined the Navy at the age of 17 in 1943. He was 
sent to school in Maryville, Missouri, and from there to California, and
 then to Iowa University. He was taking the pre-flight program, and then
 was to enter the flight training but World War II ended and changed his
 plans. He then attended Colorado University at Boulder, graduating 
in1949 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. 
 Don met the love of his life, Ruth Ann Reese on a blind date during his
 time at Boulder and they were married on June 14th, 1948, at the First 
Christian Church in Logan, Ks. They were married for 74 wonderful years 
and enjoyed their kids and grandkids. 
Living in Ulysses for 93 of his 97 years, Don had been a valued part of 
the community serving in many capacities. He was a member of the First 
United Methodist Church, the Dexter D. Harbour American Legion Post #79,
 Rotary Club, and the Masons. He was the treasurer for the Ulysses 
School Board for many years. He and Ruth Ann owned and operated the 
local Gamble’s store, later called Hickok Home Center. They served many 
people in Ulysses and the surrounding area for 34 years until they 
retired in 1992. They had many opportunities to travel the world through
 the companies they worked with throughout the years and enjoyed it 
thoroughly. As they were approaching retirement, they built a cabin home
 in Cuchara, Colorado. They spent many summers in retirement enjoying 
the beautiful mountains and the many wonderful friends they met there. 
Don was a wonderful husband, father, “favorite father-in-law”, Granddad,
 Great-Granddad, uncle, and friend. He loved his family dearly and 
showed it so well. He enjoyed painting, creating many wonderful 
masterpieces that were adorned on the walls of their home and shared 
with family. He enjoyed fishing, and golfing in his younger years. He 
enjoyed cooking and “Chef La Don” was famous for his onion casserole. He
 enjoyed sharing his life stories with family and anyone who entered 
their home. 
Don is survived by his daughter, Susan Goulding and husband John of 
Prairie Village, Ks; son, Bill Hickok and wife Bobbi Jo of Ulysses, Ks; 
grandchildren, Alisha Hickok of Wichita, Ks; Nolan Hickok and wife Jamie
 of Wichita, Ks; Lauren Carolan and husband James of Prairie Village, 
Ks; Spencer Goulding of Murphy, Or; Joshua Hickok of Ulysses, Ks; Kyle 
Hickok and fiancée Cassidy of Ulysses, Ks; Reese Goulding of Oklahoma 
City, Ok; and Brooke Perez and husband Tanner of Ulysses, Ks; 
great-grandchildren, Emma Carolan and Brecklyn Perez; and numerous 
special nieces and nephews. 
Don is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Annabelle Lahey; brother, Charles Hickok; and grandson, Johnny Goulding. 
Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am on Monday November 14th, 2022, at the
 First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Todd Guinn 
officiating. Graveside service will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery with 
Military Rites conducted by Dexter D. Harbour American Legion Post #79. 
Visitation will be from 2-6 pm with the family present from 4-6 pm on 
Sunday, November 13th, 2022, at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses. The 
Service will be live streamed on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page 
as well as the Ulysses United Methodist Church’s Facebook page. Memorial
 contributions may be given to the First United Methodist Church or the 
Grant County Scholarship Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. 
Grant Ave. Ulysses, Ks 67880. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Donald Ulysses Hickok

Patricia Darlene Everhart of Moore, Oklahoma, passed away from this 
life to begin her eternal life in Heaven on November 3, 2022, at the age
 of 81. 

Patricia was born in Hays, Kansas, on October 12, 1941, the 
daughter of John A. Degenhardt and Albina R. (Hepp) Degenhardt. She grew
 up in Kansas and attended Girls Catholic High School in Hays, 
graduating with the Class of 1959. Ms. Everhart had a long and rewarding
 career managing the department of pediatrics billing office of The 
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She celebrated her 
retirement in 2018 after many years of dedicated service.

Patricia was a nurturing, faithful, and loving person with a true 
servant’s heart. For over 50 years, she was a member of the St. Andrew 
Catholic Church in Moore. Throughout this time, she sang in choir, baked
 for funeral meals, and was in Music Ministry, which ministered to 
residents in various nursing homes, hospitals and prisons. She spent 
hours in prayer for her parish and was a prayer warrior for the parish 
prayer and rosary groups. She loved reading her prayer books and 
discussing the Word of God with her family and friends. Patricia lived 
her life with faith, compassion, forgiveness, and unconditional love, 
never expecting anything in return. She was a wonderful person with a 
heart spun from pure gold, and she will be dearly missed by all who were
 lucky enough to have known her.

She is preceded in death by a son, Charles Everhart, her parents, 
John and Albina Degenhardt, and an infant brother, John Degenhardt.

Left to cherish her memory are her five children, Jeffery 
Schlittenhardt and his wife Cindy of Oklahoma City, Kayla McNeill of 
Oklahoma City, John Schlittenhardt of Moore, David Schlittenhardt of 
Chickasha, and Michael Schlittenhardt of Moore; three sisters, Judy 
Kreutzer of Russell, Kansas, Mary Jo Hoffman and her husband Floyd of 
Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Donna Cooey and her husband Ralph of 
Longmont, Colorado; along with nine grandchildren, four 
great-grandchildren, and many other loving nieces, nephews and dear 
friends.

In Patricia’s memory, be kind, forgiving and compassionate towards others and always walk by faith.

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 </figure>Patricia Darlene Everhart of Moore, Oklahoma, passed away from this 
life to begin her eternal life in Heaven on November 3, 2022, at the age
 of 81. Patricia was born in Hays, Kansas, on October 12, 1941, the 
daughter of John A. Degenhardt and Albina R. (Hepp) Degenhardt. She grew
 up in Kansas and attended Girls Catholic High School in Hays, 
graduating with the Class of 1959. Ms. Everhart had a long and rewarding
 career managing the department of pediatrics billing office of The 
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She celebrated her 
retirement in 2018 after many years of dedicated service.Patricia was a nurturing, faithful, and loving person with a true 
servant’s heart. For over 50 years, she was a member of the St. Andrew 
Catholic Church in Moore. Throughout this time, she sang in choir, baked
 for funeral meals, and was in Music Ministry, which ministered to 
residents in various nursing homes, hospitals and prisons. She spent 
hours in prayer for her parish and was a prayer warrior for the parish 
prayer and rosary groups. She loved reading her prayer books and 
discussing the Word of God with her family and friends. Patricia lived 
her life with faith, compassion, forgiveness, and unconditional love, 
never expecting anything in return. She was a wonderful person with a 
heart spun from pure gold, and she will be dearly missed by all who were
 lucky enough to have known her.She is preceded in death by a son, Charles Everhart, her parents, 
John and Albina Degenhardt, and an infant brother, John Degenhardt.Left to cherish her memory are her five children, Jeffery 
Schlittenhardt and his wife Cindy of Oklahoma City, Kayla McNeill of 
Oklahoma City, John Schlittenhardt of Moore, David Schlittenhardt of 
Chickasha, and Michael Schlittenhardt of Moore; three sisters, Judy 
Kreutzer of Russell, Kansas, Mary Jo Hoffman and her husband Floyd of 
Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Donna Cooey and her husband Ralph of 
Longmont, Colorado; along with nine grandchildren, four 
great-grandchildren, and many other loving nieces, nephews and dear 
friends.In Patricia’s memory, be kind, forgiving and compassionate towards others and always walk by faith.

Patricia Darlene Everhart 

Emilio Rodriguez-Lopez, 24, died November 9, 2022, at St. Anthony 
Hospital, Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; He was born on October 15, 1998, at Dodge 
City, the son of Raymond Lopez and Catherine Rodriguez-Herrera.

Emo was a lifetime resident of Dodge City and a 2017 graduate of 
Dodge City High School. He was active in the band during high school as 
well as just hanging out with friends. Emilio earned his CNA Certificate
 and was always willing to be a caretaker for family, friends and 
others. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing video games, 
cooking and his pets. Emilio was a manager at El Charro restaurant and 
was also a caregiver for the Fischer family. He continued his service 
with the Fisher family on the family farm assisting with whatever they 
needed.

Emilio is survived by his mother, Catherine Rodriguez-Herrera and 
husband Robert of Dodge City; father, Raymond Lopez and Liz of Texas; a 
brother, Anthony Rodriguez of Dodge City; sister, Isabel Rodriguez of 
Dodge City; two step siblings, Raymond and Enchantra Lopez; grand 
parents, Richard and Patricia Rodriguez of Dodge City; nephew, Elijah 
Rincon of Dodge City; aunts, Tina &amp; Jon Galloway of Wichita, Rosie 
&amp; Lenny Garcia of Wichita and Patrice Rodriguez &amp; Jerry Martinez
 of Dodge City; many other aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral service will be held at Abundant Life Family Church on 
Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 11:00 AM with Dr. Jim and Lydia Ames 
presiding. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Monday, 
November 14, 2022, from 1:00 to 8:00 PM.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to 
Emilio Rodriguez Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts 
and memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Emilio Rodriguez-Lopez, 24, died November 9, 2022, at St. Anthony 
Hospital, Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; He was born on October 15, 1998, at Dodge 
City, the son of Raymond Lopez and Catherine Rodriguez-Herrera.Emo was a lifetime resident of Dodge City and a 2017 graduate of 
Dodge City High School. He was active in the band during high school as 
well as just hanging out with friends. Emilio earned his CNA Certificate
 and was always willing to be a caretaker for family, friends and 
others. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing video games, 
cooking and his pets. Emilio was a manager at El Charro restaurant and 
was also a caregiver for the Fischer family. He continued his service 
with the Fisher family on the family farm assisting with whatever they 
needed.Emilio is survived by his mother, Catherine Rodriguez-Herrera and 
husband Robert of Dodge City; father, Raymond Lopez and Liz of Texas; a 
brother, Anthony Rodriguez of Dodge City; sister, Isabel Rodriguez of 
Dodge City; two step siblings, Raymond and Enchantra Lopez; grand 
parents, Richard and Patricia Rodriguez of Dodge City; nephew, Elijah 
Rincon of Dodge City; aunts, Tina &amp; Jon Galloway of Wichita, Rosie 
&amp; Lenny Garcia of Wichita and Patrice Rodriguez &amp; Jerry Martinez
 of Dodge City; many other aunts, uncles, and cousins.Funeral service will be held at Abundant Life Family Church on 
Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 11:00 AM with Dr. Jim and Lydia Ames 
presiding. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Monday, 
November 14, 2022, from 1:00 to 8:00 PM.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to 
Emilio Rodriguez Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts 
and memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Emilio Rodriguez-Lopez

Ambrose John Wondra, 85, died November 9, 2022, at The Atriums Senior
 Living, Overland Park, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on June 19, 1937, on the 
family farm in Odin, Kansas, the son of Alfred V. and Regina Rose 
(Kirmer) Wondra.&nbsp; Ambrose graduated from Odin High School in 1955 and 
then served in the Army National Guard.&nbsp;

On August 21, 1971, he married Margie Lynn Miller in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on December 22, 2011.

Ambrose farmed in the Odin area and worked at the flour mill in 
Claflin. He would also roughneck in the oil field during the winter. A 
longtime Odin resident. He moved to Country Place Senior Living in 
Hoisington, but was still often found tinkering at the farm in Odin. He 
recently moved to Overland Park to be closer to his family. He was a 
devoted member of the Holy Family Catholic Church and the Knights of 
Columbus, both of Odin.&nbsp; Ambrose was a member of a bowling league in his
 younger years and always enjoyed watching the Kansas sports teams 
whether it was the Royals, Chiefs, K-State or KU. He especially loved 
attending his children’s sports and later his grandchildren’s sporting 
events.

He is survived by three children; Mellisa (Justin) Miller of 
Hutchinson, and Mindy (Paul) Burkhalter of Smithville, Missouri, and 
Mike (Angela) Wondra of Overland Park; six siblings, Bernard Wondra of 
Hoisington, Mary Rose Oberle of Claflin, Leona (Jim) Canfield of Great 
Bend, Theresa (Wayne) Schremmer of Wichita, Norbert (Nancy) Wondra of 
Eugene, Oregon, and Doris Morgan of Wichita; and eight grandchildren, 
Morgan and Brooke Miller, Andy Burkhalter, Aubrie Burkhalter and fiancé 
Camren Harris, &nbsp;Allie Burkhalter, and AJ, Connor and Caroline Wondra.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Leo and Jerome Wondra, and a sister, Ann Oberle.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. 
Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., at the church with Vigil and
 Rosary beginning at 7 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 18, 
2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas, celebrated by Father
 Terrance Klein.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.

Memorials may be donated to the Holy Family Church or Holy Family 
Cemetery Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Ambrose John Wondra, 85, died November 9, 2022, at The Atriums Senior
 Living, Overland Park, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on June 19, 1937, on the 
family farm in Odin, Kansas, the son of Alfred V. and Regina Rose 
(Kirmer) Wondra.&nbsp; Ambrose graduated from Odin High School in 1955 and 
then served in the Army National Guard.&nbsp;On August 21, 1971, he married Margie Lynn Miller in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on December 22, 2011.Ambrose farmed in the Odin area and worked at the flour mill in 
Claflin. He would also roughneck in the oil field during the winter. A 
longtime Odin resident. He moved to Country Place Senior Living in 
Hoisington, but was still often found tinkering at the farm in Odin. He 
recently moved to Overland Park to be closer to his family. He was a 
devoted member of the Holy Family Catholic Church and the Knights of 
Columbus, both of Odin.&nbsp; Ambrose was a member of a bowling league in his
 younger years and always enjoyed watching the Kansas sports teams 
whether it was the Royals, Chiefs, K-State or KU. He especially loved 
attending his children’s sports and later his grandchildren’s sporting 
events.He is survived by three children; Mellisa (Justin) Miller of 
Hutchinson, and Mindy (Paul) Burkhalter of Smithville, Missouri, and 
Mike (Angela) Wondra of Overland Park; six siblings, Bernard Wondra of 
Hoisington, Mary Rose Oberle of Claflin, Leona (Jim) Canfield of Great 
Bend, Theresa (Wayne) Schremmer of Wichita, Norbert (Nancy) Wondra of 
Eugene, Oregon, and Doris Morgan of Wichita; and eight grandchildren, 
Morgan and Brooke Miller, Andy Burkhalter, Aubrie Burkhalter and fiancé 
Camren Harris, &nbsp;Allie Burkhalter, and AJ, Connor and Caroline Wondra.He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Leo and Jerome Wondra, and a sister, Ann Oberle.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. 
Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., at the church with Vigil and
 Rosary beginning at 7 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 18, 
2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas, celebrated by Father
 Terrance Klein.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.Memorials may be donated to the Holy Family Church or Holy Family 
Cemetery Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.

Ambrose John Wondra

Pauline (Felder) Oborny was born on November 18, 1918, on a farm near
 Claflin, Kansas. Andy and Steffie Felder were her proud parents. As she
 grew up, she lived in Claflin and later moved to a farm near Rush 
Center, Kansas. Pauline passed away on November 7, 2022, at the Denver 
In-Patient Hospice Care Center. She was 103 years old.

She had brothers Joe Felder (Kinsley), Vernon Felder (Nekoma), and 
Louis Felder (Wakeeney/Hays). Her sisters were Sister Dorothy Felder 
(Great Bend), Bertha Johnson (Andover), and Marie Vondracek (Timken). 
All are deceased except for Louis whom is in Hays. Pauline graduated 
from LaCrosse High School in 1938. After high school, she worked as a 
telephone operator in Great Bend, Kansas.

After John C. Oborny returned from World War II, they were married on
 October 20, 1947. They lived shortly “on the hill” just west of Rush 
Center, Kansas. They purchased a store in Timken, Kansas called the 
“Oborny Mercantile” where they spent several years growing their family 
of seven children: Connie (Sperberg/Denver), John (Oborny/Wichita), 
Marietta (Jones/Wichita), Mark (Oborny/Yukon, Oklahoma), Rosemary 
(Wiley/Wichita), Louis (Oborny/Kansas City, Missouri), and Theresa 
(Oborny/Wichita).

In May of 1967, John and Pauline moved to Great Bend after selling 
the store in Timken. In 1984, John passed away. Pauline continued to 
live in Great Bend until she moved to Derby.

She fractured her hip in 2011 and soon after moved to Denver. She 
began a water class at National Jewish Hospital and just loved it. She 
was the oldest person in the class and everyone in the class loved to 
tease her because she was totally afraid of the water. She also loved 
her church, Mother of God, and made many friends there.

In 2017, she fell and broke her other hip. She moved into Garden 
Plaza Assisted Living Center in Aurora where she also made friends, 
loved it and called it home.

Pauline enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved 
going to church! She enjoyed crocheting, baking, doing arts and crafts, 
and playing cards, dominos, and bingo. She enjoyed being included with 
her great grandchildren’s extra-curricular activities.

All of her children are still alive. Her grandchildren are: Jason and
 Scott Sperberg, Erica Hickerson, Tricia Sanders, Lindsey Jones, Kristyn
 Abercrombie, Casey Taylor, Travis Oborny, David Wiley, and Haley and 
Lucas Oborny. Great Grandchildren include: Austin and Ashley Sperberg, 
Elle and Grace Sperberg, Calais and Flint Hickerson, Ollie and Isaac 
Sanders, Elliott Abercrombie, Christina, Brianna, Luke and Ave Taylor, 
Christopher and Clayton Oborny, and Penny and Orion Wiley.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 18,
 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with a rosary said at 10:00 a.m. Graveside
 service will then follow at 11:30 a.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Park in 
Great Bend, Kansas, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. 

In lieu of 
flowers, please make memorial donations to Mother of God Catholic Church
 or Denver In-Patient Hospice Care Center, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Pauline (Felder) Oborny was born on November 18, 1918, on a farm near
 Claflin, Kansas. Andy and Steffie Felder were her proud parents. As she
 grew up, she lived in Claflin and later moved to a farm near Rush 
Center, Kansas. Pauline passed away on November 7, 2022, at the Denver 
In-Patient Hospice Care Center. She was 103 years old.She had brothers Joe Felder (Kinsley), Vernon Felder (Nekoma), and 
Louis Felder (Wakeeney/Hays). Her sisters were Sister Dorothy Felder 
(Great Bend), Bertha Johnson (Andover), and Marie Vondracek (Timken). 
All are deceased except for Louis whom is in Hays. Pauline graduated 
from LaCrosse High School in 1938. After high school, she worked as a 
telephone operator in Great Bend, Kansas.After John C. Oborny returned from World War II, they were married on
 October 20, 1947. They lived shortly “on the hill” just west of Rush 
Center, Kansas. They purchased a store in Timken, Kansas called the 
“Oborny Mercantile” where they spent several years growing their family 
of seven children: Connie (Sperberg/Denver), John (Oborny/Wichita), 
Marietta (Jones/Wichita), Mark (Oborny/Yukon, Oklahoma), Rosemary 
(Wiley/Wichita), Louis (Oborny/Kansas City, Missouri), and Theresa 
(Oborny/Wichita).In May of 1967, John and Pauline moved to Great Bend after selling 
the store in Timken. In 1984, John passed away. Pauline continued to 
live in Great Bend until she moved to Derby.She fractured her hip in 2011 and soon after moved to Denver. She 
began a water class at National Jewish Hospital and just loved it. She 
was the oldest person in the class and everyone in the class loved to 
tease her because she was totally afraid of the water. She also loved 
her church, Mother of God, and made many friends there.In 2017, she fell and broke her other hip. She moved into Garden 
Plaza Assisted Living Center in Aurora where she also made friends, 
loved it and called it home.Pauline enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved 
going to church! She enjoyed crocheting, baking, doing arts and crafts, 
and playing cards, dominos, and bingo. She enjoyed being included with 
her great grandchildren’s extra-curricular activities.All of her children are still alive. Her grandchildren are: Jason and
 Scott Sperberg, Erica Hickerson, Tricia Sanders, Lindsey Jones, Kristyn
 Abercrombie, Casey Taylor, Travis Oborny, David Wiley, and Haley and 
Lucas Oborny. Great Grandchildren include: Austin and Ashley Sperberg, 
Elle and Grace Sperberg, Calais and Flint Hickerson, Ollie and Isaac 
Sanders, Elliott Abercrombie, Christina, Brianna, Luke and Ave Taylor, 
Christopher and Clayton Oborny, and Penny and Orion Wiley.Visitation will be held from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 18,
 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with a rosary said at 10:00 a.m. Graveside
 service will then follow at 11:30 a.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Park in 
Great Bend, Kansas, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. In lieu of 
flowers, please make memorial donations to Mother of God Catholic Church
 or Denver In-Patient Hospice Care Center, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Pauline (Felder) Oborny

Ronald Rome, age 66, passed away November 7, 2022, at his home in Hays, Kansas, following a courageous battle against cancer.

Ron was born May 18, 1956, to Pete and Patricia (Gardner) Rome in Garden City, Kansas. He was a graduate of TMP-Marian and was the owner of Steel Fabrications Inc., in Hays.

Ron married Carol Rohr, in 1976, and from this union they were blessed with three children: Jordan, Jarrett and Jenna.&nbsp;

Ron was an avid gardener, fisherman, loved the ocean and spending time with his family, if there was any physicality to a vacation or excursion, Ron was the first in line.&nbsp; Museums, his aquarium, fossils, geology, and astronomy were a few of his passions, but family was his greatest love. Ron was a kind, honest man, father, grandfather, and friend.

Surviving family members include:&nbsp; Carol Rome, son: Jordan Rome, daughter: Jenna Rome Darrah, granddaughters: Camdyn Darrah and Caelyn Darrah, mother-in-law: Lillian (Gerstner) Rohr, all residing in Hays.&nbsp;Brothers: Joseph (Anna Mae) Rome, of Holcomb, KS; Mark (Sue) Rome, of Phoenix, AZ; Patrick (Liza) Rome, of El Paso, TX; Timothy (Irene) Rome, of Garden City, KS; Gary (Lisa) Rome, of Woodlands, TX; sisters: Ann Marie Jones, of Lansdowne, VA; Marilyn (Alex) Vest, of Palmer Lake, CO; Teresa Rome, of Colorado Springs, CO; and Lea Rome, of Goodland, KS and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his son Jarrett, his father and mother, brothers: Nicholas and Paul, and father-in-law: Julius J. Rohr.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 East 13th&nbsp;Street, Hays, KS 67601, inurnment will follow the Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery - Hays. Ron's family will also receive guests on Monday from 9:00 AM until service time at the church.&nbsp;

Memorial Visitation will take place Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 6:00-8:00 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary at 7:00 PM at&nbsp;Brocks's-Keithley&nbsp;Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested for Masses, or to be used at the discretion of the family.

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

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 </figure>Ronald Rome, age 66, passed away November 7, 2022, at his home in Hays, Kansas, following a courageous battle against cancer.Ron was born May 18, 1956, to Pete and Patricia (Gardner) Rome in Garden City, Kansas. He was a graduate of TMP-Marian and was the owner of Steel Fabrications Inc., in Hays.Ron married Carol Rohr, in 1976, and from this union they were blessed with three children: Jordan, Jarrett and Jenna.&nbsp;Ron was an avid gardener, fisherman, loved the ocean and spending time with his family, if there was any physicality to a vacation or excursion, Ron was the first in line.&nbsp; Museums, his aquarium, fossils, geology, and astronomy were a few of his passions, but family was his greatest love. Ron was a kind, honest man, father, grandfather, and friend.Surviving family members include:&nbsp; Carol Rome, son: Jordan Rome, daughter: Jenna Rome Darrah, granddaughters: Camdyn Darrah and Caelyn Darrah, mother-in-law: Lillian (Gerstner) Rohr, all residing in Hays.&nbsp;Brothers: Joseph (Anna Mae) Rome, of Holcomb, KS; Mark (Sue) Rome, of Phoenix, AZ; Patrick (Liza) Rome, of El Paso, TX; Timothy (Irene) Rome, of Garden City, KS; Gary (Lisa) Rome, of Woodlands, TX; sisters: Ann Marie Jones, of Lansdowne, VA; Marilyn (Alex) Vest, of Palmer Lake, CO; Teresa Rome, of Colorado Springs, CO; and Lea Rome, of Goodland, KS and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his son Jarrett, his father and mother, brothers: Nicholas and Paul, and father-in-law: Julius J. Rohr.Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 East 13th&nbsp;Street, Hays, KS 67601, inurnment will follow the Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery - Hays. Ron's family will also receive guests on Monday from 9:00 AM until service time at the church.&nbsp;Memorial Visitation will take place Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 6:00-8:00 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary at 7:00 PM at&nbsp;Brocks's-Keithley&nbsp;Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested for Masses, or to be used at the discretion of the family.Condolences may be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Ronald Rome

Theresa A. Saunders, 85, of Stafford Springs, CT, wife of the late Albert R. Saunders, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family. &nbsp;

She was born in Willimantic, CT, daughter of the late Ernest and Eva (Fontaine) Beaudry. &nbsp;Terrie&nbsp;retired as an aide from the Mansfield Training School. &nbsp;She enjoyed going to tag sales and flea markets, and always loved her trips to Small Point Maine and Point Judith in Rhode Island. &nbsp;Above all, spending time with her family meant the most to her, and she will be dearly missed by them. &nbsp;

Terrie&nbsp;is survived by her five children, Debra Galotto and her husband Tom, David Messeck, Gene Messeck and his wife Nancy, Kathi Messeck, and Michael Messeck and his wife Cindy of Hays; step children, Elizabeth Coyne and her husband Donald, Joan Soucier and her husband Allyn, and Kathleen Smith and her husband John; daughters-in-law, Debbie (DaDalt) Messeck Wilson and Peggy Saunders;&nbsp;and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren; and great, great grandchildren. &nbsp;

She was predeceased by two children, Danny Messeck and Wendy Hower;&nbsp;step son, Clifford Saunders;&nbsp;and three grandchildren, Stephen, Samantha, and Daniel. &nbsp;

A calling hour will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 10:30-11:30&nbsp;A.M., with a funeral service to take place at 11:30&nbsp;A.M., at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. &nbsp;Burial will follow in St. Edward Cemetery, Stafford Springs, CT. &nbsp;The family would like to give special thanks to hospice nurse Erin Holder, and Doctors Brown and Skalski, for all of their care and support. &nbsp;

Memorial donations may be made to Trinity Health of New England at Home, 76 Batterson&nbsp;Park Rd., Farmington, CT 06032.&nbsp;&nbsp;To leave a condolence online for the family, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.introvignefuneralhome.com/">www.introvignefuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>Theresa A. Saunders, 85, of Stafford Springs, CT, wife of the late Albert R. Saunders, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family. &nbsp;She was born in Willimantic, CT, daughter of the late Ernest and Eva (Fontaine) Beaudry. &nbsp;Terrie&nbsp;retired as an aide from the Mansfield Training School. &nbsp;She enjoyed going to tag sales and flea markets, and always loved her trips to Small Point Maine and Point Judith in Rhode Island. &nbsp;Above all, spending time with her family meant the most to her, and she will be dearly missed by them. &nbsp;Terrie&nbsp;is survived by her five children, Debra Galotto and her husband Tom, David Messeck, Gene Messeck and his wife Nancy, Kathi Messeck, and Michael Messeck and his wife Cindy of Hays; step children, Elizabeth Coyne and her husband Donald, Joan Soucier and her husband Allyn, and Kathleen Smith and her husband John; daughters-in-law, Debbie (DaDalt) Messeck Wilson and Peggy Saunders;&nbsp;and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren; and great, great grandchildren. &nbsp;She was predeceased by two children, Danny Messeck and Wendy Hower;&nbsp;step son, Clifford Saunders;&nbsp;and three grandchildren, Stephen, Samantha, and Daniel. &nbsp;A calling hour will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 10:30-11:30&nbsp;A.M., with a funeral service to take place at 11:30&nbsp;A.M., at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. &nbsp;Burial will follow in St. Edward Cemetery, Stafford Springs, CT. &nbsp;The family would like to give special thanks to hospice nurse Erin Holder, and Doctors Brown and Skalski, for all of their care and support. &nbsp;Memorial donations may be made to Trinity Health of New England at Home, 76 Batterson&nbsp;Park Rd., Farmington, CT 06032.&nbsp;&nbsp;To leave a condolence online for the family, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.introvignefuneralhome.com/">www.introvignefuneralhome.com</a>

Theresa A. Saunders

<a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Carol-Musil">https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Carol-Musil</a>

Carol K. Musil, age 81, passed away November 1, 2022, at HaysMed with 
her granddaughters Jamie and Amanda by her side.&nbsp;Carol was born May 25, 
1941, to Henry and Gladys (Akers) Dizmang in Goodland.&nbsp;

Katie’s parents passed away at a young age; her older siblings raised
 the younger ones as their own, allowing the 12 siblings to remain 
close. Katie grew up in Goodland and graduated from Goodland High School
 in 1960.&nbsp;

On February 11, 1959, Katie married Ronnie Dee Musil in Goodland. To 
this union Julie Kay, Ronnie Lester and John Dee were born.&nbsp;

Carol worked for many years as a&nbsp;housekeeper for a few elderly 
people, she also helped her niece Pat Kirby at Pat's daycare.&nbsp; She was 
head housekeeper at the original Comfort Inn for several years.

Katie loved hosting card parties, many wedding and baby showers for 
her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling to various activities of 
her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She traveled with her 
daughter Julie on a genealogical trip to eastern Kansas, Missouri, and 
Arkansas to learn more about her Dizmang roots where they were able to 
meet several cousins that Katie had never known.&nbsp;She enjoyed many 
adventures with her sister-in-law Dorothy, niece Tina (Musil) Hanson and
 Julie for Black Friday weekends in Colorado and their&nbsp;annual Christmas 
cookie baking.

She was honored to be with her granddaughter Jamie during the birth 
of three of her great-grandchildren. Although Carol loved all her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her great-granddaughter Kayden 
and Carol shared a special bond from the moment of Kayden's birth. Katie
 loved her family, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the 
light of her life.

Carol began collecting angels shortly after the loss of her son John 
and loved collecting a wide variety of them over the years,&nbsp;now she is 
our special angel.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ronnie of 63 years; 
daughter, Julie (Jim) McCauley of Goodland; daughter-in-law, Alison 
(DeVader-Musil) Jacobson of Burlington, CO; grandchildren: Zack (Denise) Musil, Jamie (David) Proctor, Amanda 
(Tyler) Marcotte, Malaree Jacobson,&nbsp;Mirannda (Ethan) Kurtzer, Chelsea 
(Chad) Carlin, Jessica (Nathaniel))&nbsp;Macbeth, Tyrel, Clayton and Cody 
Jacobson, Gregory, Jr., Christopher Unruh, Daniel Musil, Jami Musil and 
Dusty (Sandy) Musil; 20 great-grandchildren with 1 more due the first of
 2023; sister, Darlene Kirby; brothers, Raymond *Dick* (Nancy) Dizmang, 
Darold (Carolyn) Dizmang and Rex *Duane* (Twila) Dizmang; sister-in-law,
 Pat Dizmang; brother-in-laws, Melvin and Dennis Musil; many nieces, 
nephews, cousins and a many more family and friends who will all miss 
her.&nbsp;

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; sons Ronnie and John 
Musil;&nbsp;brothers Harold *Sam* (Lois) Dizmang, Carl Dizmang, and Lyle 
Dizmang; sisters Mildred (Jack) Laughlin, Irene (Harold) Johnson,&nbsp;Vera 
(Joe) Lynn,&nbsp;Hazel (Dean) Morton; sister-in-laws, Dorothy, Rebecca and 
Yvonne; brother-in-law Marlin.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of 
flowers, the family requests Memorial donations be made to Carol "Katie”
 Musil Memorial Fund and be sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. 
Box 278, Goodland, Kansas.

Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.

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 </figure><a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Carol-Musil">https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Carol-Musil</a>Carol K. Musil, age 81, passed away November 1, 2022, at HaysMed with 
her granddaughters Jamie and Amanda by her side.&nbsp;Carol was born May 25, 
1941, to Henry and Gladys (Akers) Dizmang in Goodland.&nbsp;Katie’s parents passed away at a young age; her older siblings raised
 the younger ones as their own, allowing the 12 siblings to remain 
close. Katie grew up in Goodland and graduated from Goodland High School
 in 1960.&nbsp;On February 11, 1959, Katie married Ronnie Dee Musil in Goodland. To 
this union Julie Kay, Ronnie Lester and John Dee were born.&nbsp;Carol worked for many years as a&nbsp;housekeeper for a few elderly 
people, she also helped her niece Pat Kirby at Pat's daycare.&nbsp; She was 
head housekeeper at the original Comfort Inn for several years.Katie loved hosting card parties, many wedding and baby showers for 
her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling to various activities of 
her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She traveled with her 
daughter Julie on a genealogical trip to eastern Kansas, Missouri, and 
Arkansas to learn more about her Dizmang roots where they were able to 
meet several cousins that Katie had never known.&nbsp;She enjoyed many 
adventures with her sister-in-law Dorothy, niece Tina (Musil) Hanson and
 Julie for Black Friday weekends in Colorado and their&nbsp;annual Christmas 
cookie baking.She was honored to be with her granddaughter Jamie during the birth 
of three of her great-grandchildren. Although Carol loved all her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her great-granddaughter Kayden 
and Carol shared a special bond from the moment of Kayden's birth. Katie
 loved her family, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the 
light of her life.Carol began collecting angels shortly after the loss of her son John 
and loved collecting a wide variety of them over the years,&nbsp;now she is 
our special angel.She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ronnie of 63 years; 
daughter, Julie (Jim) McCauley of Goodland; daughter-in-law, Alison 
(DeVader-Musil) Jacobson of Burlington, CO; grandchildren: Zack (Denise) Musil, Jamie (David) Proctor, Amanda 
(Tyler) Marcotte, Malaree Jacobson,&nbsp;Mirannda (Ethan) Kurtzer, Chelsea 
(Chad) Carlin, Jessica (Nathaniel))&nbsp;Macbeth, Tyrel, Clayton and Cody 
Jacobson, Gregory, Jr., Christopher Unruh, Daniel Musil, Jami Musil and 
Dusty (Sandy) Musil; 20 great-grandchildren with 1 more due the first of
 2023; sister, Darlene Kirby; brothers, Raymond *Dick* (Nancy) Dizmang, 
Darold (Carolyn) Dizmang and Rex *Duane* (Twila) Dizmang; sister-in-law,
 Pat Dizmang; brother-in-laws, Melvin and Dennis Musil; many nieces, 
nephews, cousins and a many more family and friends who will all miss 
her.&nbsp;Carol was preceded in death by her parents; sons Ronnie and John 
Musil;&nbsp;brothers Harold *Sam* (Lois) Dizmang, Carl Dizmang, and Lyle 
Dizmang; sisters Mildred (Jack) Laughlin, Irene (Harold) Johnson,&nbsp;Vera 
(Joe) Lynn,&nbsp;Hazel (Dean) Morton; sister-in-laws, Dorothy, Rebecca and 
Yvonne; brother-in-law Marlin.A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of 
flowers, the family requests Memorial donations be made to Carol "Katie”
 Musil Memorial Fund and be sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. 
Box 278, Goodland, Kansas.Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.

Carol K. 'Katie' Musil

Violet “Vee” Viola (Kraft) Griffiths, 94, passed away at the Great Plains Medical Center on Saturday, October 29, 2022. Her two surviving children at the time of her death were in attendance.

Vee was born on July 7, 1928, at her family’s home in Grainton, Nebraska. She was the third of eight children born to Peter and Lucille (Nestor) Kraft.

She married William Frederick Griffiths on October 26, 1946 in Oberlin, Kansas. Vee and Willie lived in Dickens and north Hayes County during the early years of their marriage. They moved to Wallace, Nebraska in 1959 where Vee lived until recent years when she moved to the Centennial Assisted Living Facility in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Vee's husband preceded her in death.

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 </figure>Violet “Vee” Viola (Kraft) Griffiths, 94, passed away at the Great Plains Medical Center on Saturday, October 29, 2022. Her two surviving children at the time of her death were in attendance.Vee was born on July 7, 1928, at her family’s home in Grainton, Nebraska. She was the third of eight children born to Peter and Lucille (Nestor) Kraft.She married William Frederick Griffiths on October 26, 1946 in Oberlin, Kansas. Vee and Willie lived in Dickens and north Hayes County during the early years of their marriage. They moved to Wallace, Nebraska in 1959 where Vee lived until recent years when she moved to the Centennial Assisted Living Facility in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; Vee's husband preceded her in death.Vee and Willie raised three children. Gary William Griffiths resides in Brighton, Colorado. Dale Lee Griffiths (married to Sharon) lived in Coppell, Texas and passed away in 2020. Joan Marie Payton (married to Andrew) resides in Bakersfield, California.Vee loved not only her own children dearly but all children. She worked for the Wallace Public School District for 40 years in various positions: child care, a bus driver, a dish washer, and as a teacher's assistant. She often commented on enjoying the camaraderie with fellow school employees and watching the children of the community grow.A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at the Wallace Methodist Church with Pastor Shanon Williams officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Morning View Cemetery in Wallace. A Memorial Fund has been established for the Wallace Public School, 151 North Wallace Road, Wallace, Nebraska 69169. Designate “Vee Griffiths Memorial” on the check. &nbsp;Carpenter Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.&nbsp; Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com.

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