Leon B. Zerr, age 66, of Grinnell, KS passed away after a single auto 
accident on October 29, 2022. Leon was the eldest son of Vince and the 
late Kathleen Zerr. 
Leon attended Angelus Grade School and graduated from Grinnell High 
School in 1975. At GHS Leon was the first wrestler to win a regional 
wrestling championship and qualify for the state wrestling tourney. His 
five younger brothers followed his lead, and all were state qualifiers 
and or state placers. His lifework was in the oil fields, farms, mines, 
lumber and transportation industry in Kansas and neighboring states. 
He enjoyed spending time outdoors with the love of his life Lois, he 
also enjoyed fishing, hunting and time with friends and family. 
Leon is survived by his only daughter Ashley Lanning, of Lawrence, KS; 
his father, Vincent Zerr, of Grinnell; favorite sister Sherri (Bob) 
Kuhlman, of Oakley; his brothers, Rocky, of Oakley, Darrell (Diane), of 
Centennial, CO, Tom (Donna) of Kansas City, MO, Don (Anne) of Aurora, CO
 and Curtis, of Park City, KS, and his 2 grandchildren, Lisa and Lena 
Lanning of Lawrence, KS. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Lois Zerr and his mother Kathleen (Baalman) Zerr. 
A memorial Mass is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 3, 
2022, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, in Angelus, KS., with Fr. Luke 
Thielen as celebrant.

Memorial contributions are suggested for Masses at
 St. Paul’s in Angelus or to the family for the benefit of his young 
granddaughters Lisa and Lina Lanning and can be sent in care of Baalmann
 Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Leon B. Zerr, age 66, of Grinnell, KS passed away after a single auto 
accident on October 29, 2022. Leon was the eldest son of Vince and the 
late Kathleen Zerr. 
Leon attended Angelus Grade School and graduated from Grinnell High 
School in 1975. At GHS Leon was the first wrestler to win a regional 
wrestling championship and qualify for the state wrestling tourney. His 
five younger brothers followed his lead, and all were state qualifiers 
and or state placers. His lifework was in the oil fields, farms, mines, 
lumber and transportation industry in Kansas and neighboring states. 
He enjoyed spending time outdoors with the love of his life Lois, he 
also enjoyed fishing, hunting and time with friends and family. 
Leon is survived by his only daughter Ashley Lanning, of Lawrence, KS; 
his father, Vincent Zerr, of Grinnell; favorite sister Sherri (Bob) 
Kuhlman, of Oakley; his brothers, Rocky, of Oakley, Darrell (Diane), of 
Centennial, CO, Tom (Donna) of Kansas City, MO, Don (Anne) of Aurora, CO
 and Curtis, of Park City, KS, and his 2 grandchildren, Lisa and Lena 
Lanning of Lawrence, KS. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Lois Zerr and his mother Kathleen (Baalman) Zerr. 
A memorial Mass is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 3, 
2022, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, in Angelus, KS., with Fr. Luke 
Thielen as celebrant. Memorial contributions are suggested for Masses at
 St. Paul’s in Angelus or to the family for the benefit of his young 
granddaughters Lisa and Lina Lanning and can be sent in care of Baalmann
 Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Leon B. Zerr

Mildred E. "Millie" Werth, age 93, passed away Sunday, October 30th, 2022, at Good Samaritan society in Ellis.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday 6 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday 9 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined rosary and parish vigil will be Tuesday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to The Purple Leash Project, Kansas Honor Flight, or St. Joseph’s Church for Masses. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Mildred E. "Millie" Werth, age 93, passed away Sunday, October 30th, 2022, at Good Samaritan society in Ellis.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday 6 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday 9 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined rosary and parish vigil will be Tuesday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to The Purple Leash Project, Kansas Honor Flight, or St. Joseph’s Church for Masses. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Mildred E. 'Millie' Werth

Norma J. Crouse, age 96, of Goodland, Kansas passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022 at the Cheyenne County Village in St. Francis, Kansas.

Norma was born November 4, 1925, to William and Anna (Ehlers) Tegtmeyer
 in Ogallah, Kansas. She grew up in Ogallah until she was age 4, then 
the family moved to Russell Springs, Kansas, where she graduated from 
high school in 1943. Before graduating high school, she married Allen S.
 Crouse on February 15, 1943, on the family farm, while he was home on 
leave from overseas during WWII. To this union, Larry William, Victor 
Allen and Richard Wayne were born. Norma and Allen were married for 49 ½
 years until Allen’s death in 1992.

Norma worked part-time at the Russell Springs Courthouse while still 
in high school.&nbsp; After Allen’s return from the Army, they lived in 
Bishop, California, North Platte, Nebraska, and Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; Then 
in the fall of 1965 they moved to Goodland. Norma worked at the First 
National Bank for 38 years, she retired in 2004.&nbsp;

She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. Norma enjoyed sports, league 
bowling, dancing, playing cards, bingo, barbequing and spending time 
with her family and friends.&nbsp;

Norma is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Allen; son, Larry; and infant brother, Harold.

She is survived by her sons, Victor of St. Francis, KS and Richard of
 Colby, KS; daughter-in-law, Marion of Valley Center, KS; grandchildren,
 Lori Crouse, Kari (James) Haden, JaLancy Meyer, Richell (Wes) Bailey, 
Leslie Wood, Greg Crouse, Cory Crouse; 10 greatgrandchildren; 7 
great-great grandchildren; and many more family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral service will be Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 11 a.m. MT at 
Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland.&nbsp; Interment 
following the service at the Goodland Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
November 1, 2022, from 10 to 11 a.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home.&nbsp; 

In lieu
 of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Cheyenne County Hospital 
and may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home,
 P.O. Box 278, Goodland.&nbsp; Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Norma J. Crouse, age 96, of Goodland, Kansas passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022 at the Cheyenne County Village in St. Francis, Kansas.Norma was born November 4, 1925, to William and Anna (Ehlers) Tegtmeyer
 in Ogallah, Kansas. She grew up in Ogallah until she was age 4, then 
the family moved to Russell Springs, Kansas, where she graduated from 
high school in 1943. Before graduating high school, she married Allen S.
 Crouse on February 15, 1943, on the family farm, while he was home on 
leave from overseas during WWII. To this union, Larry William, Victor 
Allen and Richard Wayne were born. Norma and Allen were married for 49 ½
 years until Allen’s death in 1992.Norma worked part-time at the Russell Springs Courthouse while still 
in high school.&nbsp; After Allen’s return from the Army, they lived in 
Bishop, California, North Platte, Nebraska, and Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; Then 
in the fall of 1965 they moved to Goodland. Norma worked at the First 
National Bank for 38 years, she retired in 2004.&nbsp;She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. Norma enjoyed sports, league 
bowling, dancing, playing cards, bingo, barbequing and spending time 
with her family and friends.&nbsp;Norma is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Allen; son, Larry; and infant brother, Harold.She is survived by her sons, Victor of St. Francis, KS and Richard of
 Colby, KS; daughter-in-law, Marion of Valley Center, KS; grandchildren,
 Lori Crouse, Kari (James) Haden, JaLancy Meyer, Richell (Wes) Bailey, 
Leslie Wood, Greg Crouse, Cory Crouse; 10 greatgrandchildren; 7 
great-great grandchildren; and many more family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral service will be Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 11 a.m. MT at 
Bateman Funeral Home, 211 East 11th Street, Goodland.&nbsp; Interment 
following the service at the Goodland Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
November 1, 2022, from 10 to 11 a.m. MT at Bateman Funeral Home.&nbsp; In lieu
 of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Cheyenne County Hospital 
and may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home,
 P.O. Box 278, Goodland.&nbsp; Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

Norma J. (Tegtmeyer) Crouse (1925-2022)

Michael Wayne McBeth, 67, Timken, Kansas, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, at his home.

Michael was born November 9, 1954, in South Gate, California, the son
 of Cecil Wayne and Margaret Alice (Hobbs) McBeth.&nbsp; He was a resident of
 Rush County, Kansas, since 2005, moving there from Montana.&nbsp; A graduate
 of South Gate High School, South Gate, California, he was a realtor.

Survivors include:&nbsp; his sister, Patricia Nielsen, Arizona; his half 
sister, Denny Valentine, California; his nephew, Brian Acosta (Jessica),
 California; his niece, Brianne Shelly, California; two great nephews, 
Nolan Shelly and Nathan Shelly; and one great niece, Hailey Acosta.

Per Michael’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and inurnment will be in Montana.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, PO Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Michael Wayne McBeth, 67, Timken, Kansas, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, at his home.Michael was born November 9, 1954, in South Gate, California, the son
 of Cecil Wayne and Margaret Alice (Hobbs) McBeth.&nbsp; He was a resident of
 Rush County, Kansas, since 2005, moving there from Montana.&nbsp; A graduate
 of South Gate High School, South Gate, California, he was a realtor.Survivors include:&nbsp; his sister, Patricia Nielsen, Arizona; his half 
sister, Denny Valentine, California; his nephew, Brian Acosta (Jessica),
 California; his niece, Brianne Shelly, California; two great nephews, 
Nolan Shelly and Nathan Shelly; and one great niece, Hailey Acosta.He was preceded in death by his parents.Per Michael’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and inurnment will be in Montana.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, PO Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Michael Wayne McBeth

James "Jim" Marvin Smith, 74, of Littleton, CO, died September 27th, 2022, in Littleton, CO. Born June 14, 1948, in Holdrege, NE, to Wayne L. &amp; Luella B. (Russell) Smith on Wayne’s birthday.

Jim was the oldest of 6 children. He was raised on his family farm in
 NW Phillipsburg, Kansas, and was responsible for helping around the 
farm.

Jim attended the Iowa Union Rural Grade School through 8th
 grade and graduated from Phillipsburg High School. During high school, 
Jim was involved in FFA and enjoyed working for neighboring farmers.

He attended vocational school in Denver, CO, for mechanics and worked through school at Montgomery Ward.

On August 3rd, 1967, James was united in marriage to Rosalie M. Trujillo in Denver, Co. To this union, a son, Christopher, was born.

In March of 1968, Jim was drafted into the US Army and spent his time
 in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged in December of 1969. Upon his 
return, he worked for Coors Brewery and was a volunteer firefighter in 
Arvada, Co. Jim, and Rosalie later divorced.

Jim returned to his hometown after his divorce from Rosalie and began working at Tamko Roofing. During this time, he met his 2nd
 wife, Marsha, and her son, Jamie. Jim and Marsha were united in 
marriage and moved to Plainville, KS. He began his next career in the 
oil fields for several years. To this union, a son, Joshua, was born.

Eventually, Jim returned to Colorado with his family and continued 
working in the oil fields and various jobs. Later, he and Marsha 
divorced.

Jim began working in the healthcare field and found a new passion for providing care for others. During this time, he met Janet.

Jim married Janet in August of 1995, and they resided in Littleton, 
Co for the next 30 years. He was introduced to raising Shelties and fell
 in love with the breed. Over the years, he raised many litters of 
puppies that he was extremely proud of.

Janet was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, which led to their divorce. At 
this time, he began providing home-based care for one of his neighbors, 
Brian. Jim was very involved with his neighborhood. He would help anyone
 in need. He loved to garden, do yard work, maintenance work, or do 
anything to keep him busy. He loved spending time with his neighbors and
 would talk about Gil and how they would watch planes come and go from 
the airport.

He is survived by his son Christopher (Tracey) Worerpel, Thornton, 
Co; Jamie Smith, Salina, Ks; Sisters; Marlene Peters (Forrest), 
Phillipsburg, KS; Jeanne Gantz, Beloit, KS; Mary Lasiter (Jim), 
Blairsburg, IA; Linda Schurz; Phillipsburg, KS; Brother; Russell Smith, 
Phillipsburg, KS; 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; and many 
nieces and nephews.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, Wayne and Luella Smith, Phillipsburg, KS; son, Joshua Smith, Baldwin, KS.

James will long be remembered as a loving, caring neighbor who shared
 the love of nature as he spread sunshine to others with his acts of 
kindness.

Cremation was planned. &nbsp;Memorial services will be Saturday, November 
5, 2022 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor 
Jay Brandon officiating.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be in the Iowa Union 
Cemetery at a later date.

Friends may sign the book on Friday, November 4, 2022, at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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 </figure>James "Jim" Marvin Smith, 74, of Littleton, CO, died September 27th, 2022, in Littleton, CO. Born June 14, 1948, in Holdrege, NE, to Wayne L. &amp; Luella B. (Russell) Smith on Wayne’s birthday.Jim was the oldest of 6 children. He was raised on his family farm in
 NW Phillipsburg, Kansas, and was responsible for helping around the 
farm.Jim attended the Iowa Union Rural Grade School through 8th
 grade and graduated from Phillipsburg High School. During high school, 
Jim was involved in FFA and enjoyed working for neighboring farmers.He attended vocational school in Denver, CO, for mechanics and worked through school at Montgomery Ward.On August 3rd, 1967, James was united in marriage to Rosalie M. Trujillo in Denver, Co. To this union, a son, Christopher, was born.In March of 1968, Jim was drafted into the US Army and spent his time
 in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged in December of 1969. Upon his 
return, he worked for Coors Brewery and was a volunteer firefighter in 
Arvada, Co. Jim, and Rosalie later divorced.Jim returned to his hometown after his divorce from Rosalie and began working at Tamko Roofing. During this time, he met his 2nd
 wife, Marsha, and her son, Jamie. Jim and Marsha were united in 
marriage and moved to Plainville, KS. He began his next career in the 
oil fields for several years. To this union, a son, Joshua, was born.Eventually, Jim returned to Colorado with his family and continued 
working in the oil fields and various jobs. Later, he and Marsha 
divorced.Jim began working in the healthcare field and found a new passion for providing care for others. During this time, he met Janet.Jim married Janet in August of 1995, and they resided in Littleton, 
Co for the next 30 years. He was introduced to raising Shelties and fell
 in love with the breed. Over the years, he raised many litters of 
puppies that he was extremely proud of.Janet was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, which led to their divorce. At 
this time, he began providing home-based care for one of his neighbors, 
Brian. Jim was very involved with his neighborhood. He would help anyone
 in need. He loved to garden, do yard work, maintenance work, or do 
anything to keep him busy. He loved spending time with his neighbors and
 would talk about Gil and how they would watch planes come and go from 
the airport.He is survived by his son Christopher (Tracey) Worerpel, Thornton, 
Co; Jamie Smith, Salina, Ks; Sisters; Marlene Peters (Forrest), 
Phillipsburg, KS; Jeanne Gantz, Beloit, KS; Mary Lasiter (Jim), 
Blairsburg, IA; Linda Schurz; Phillipsburg, KS; Brother; Russell Smith, 
Phillipsburg, KS; 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; and many 
nieces and nephews.He is proceeded in death by his parents, Wayne and Luella Smith, Phillipsburg, KS; son, Joshua Smith, Baldwin, KS.James will long be remembered as a loving, caring neighbor who shared
 the love of nature as he spread sunshine to others with his acts of 
kindness.Cremation was planned. &nbsp;Memorial services will be Saturday, November 
5, 2022 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor 
Jay Brandon officiating.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be in the Iowa Union 
Cemetery at a later date.Friends may sign the book on Friday, November 4, 2022, at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

James 'Jim' Marvin Smith

Wednesday, July 25th, 1956-Saturday, October 29th, 2022

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

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Leon Bernard Zerr

Friday, April 4th, 1947-Friday, October 28th, 2022

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Robert Eugene 'Bob' Helmick

Sunday, November 8th, 1936-Friday, October 28th, 2022

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Sunday, November 8th, 1936-Friday, October 28th, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/frederic-krebs/5057567/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Frederic Thomas Krebs

Nadyne F. Boone was born in Quinter, Kansas, May 1, 1941, to Herman 
and Reva Jamison. She departed this life on Friday, October 21st, at the
 age of 81, in Quinter, Kansas.

Nadyne began her walk with the Lord Jesus and was baptized in 1951. 
She remained true to Him until her death. On May 30, 1959, Nadyne was 
joined in marriage to James Boone. This union was blessed with six 
children.

Nadyne was preceded in death by her husband, James Boone, parents, 
Herman and Reva Jamison, her parents-in-law, Jesse and Edna Boone, one 
sister, Ruth, two brothers Herman Joy and Vernard Jamison, one 
granddaughter, Kristen Basore, and two brothers-in-law, Marvin Bauman 
and Ronald Filbrun.

She is survived by her six children and their companions, Janet and 
Dale Eikenberry, Ohio, Becky and Ward Deaton, Washington, Stacy and Ken 
Harrison, California, Gina and Nolan Garber, Kansas, Darin and Merna 
Boone, Washington, Heidi and Chad Basore, Washington, grandchildren, 
Trent and Holly Eikenberry, Ohio, Matt and Jill Dickey, Idaho, Peter and
 Kellie Eikenberry, Ohio, Teri and Dallas Flory, Washington, Luke and 
Anna Deaton, Washington, Brad and Kristen Deaton, Washington, Clark and 
Morgan Deaton, Washington, Crystal and Thomas Richards, Texas, Landon 
Boone, California, Lacy Boone, Texas, Stratton and Amanda Harrison, 
California, Milan Harrison, California, Mollie and Jacob Flory, Kansas, 
Lorene and Thaddeus Bauman, Kansas, Rachel and Devon Longenecker, 
Pennsylvania, Jonathan Garber, Kansas Micah and Elisabeth Garber, 
Kansas, Seth Garber, Kansas, Jesse and Kali Boone, Montana, Zachary and 
Victoria Boone, Washington, Brittney and Dallas Phillips, Washington, 
Brooklyn Boone, Washington, Brett and Bethany Basore, Washington, Tyler 
and Kimra Basore, Washington, Austin Basore, Washington, Morgan Basore, 
Washington, Hollie Basore, Washington, great-grandchildren, Carter, 
Jade, Will, Ty, Violet, Kate and Jude Eikenberry, Ethan, Logan, Brandon 
and Megan Dickey, Parker and Keegan Eikenberry, Conner, Landon, Chloe, 
Lincoln, Merci, Jolie and Linsie Flory, Riley, Scott, Quinn, Vivi, 
Halli, and Trey Deaton, Graham and Kate Deaton, Theodore, Violet and 
Henry Richards, Solomon, Isaiah and Malachi Flory, Camden, Hans and 
Josie Bauman, Ily, Lani and Easton Longenecker, Redford and Avett Boone,
 Emmett and Alastair Boone, Sybil Phillips, RaeLynn, Addison and 
Brantley Basore, one sister and her companion, Connie and Delbert 
Swihart, Kansas, three nieces, Amber and Shannon Roach, Kara and Devin 
Sweitzer, Jodi Swihart, Kansas, in-laws, Morya Bauman, Kansas, Janice 
Filbrun, Ohio, Gary and Marlene Boone, Ohio, Sharon and Dale Deaton, 
Kansas, &nbsp;Diane and Don Rogers, Ohio.

Nadyne F. Boone was born in Quinter, Kansas, May 1, 1941, to Herman 
and Reva Jamison. She departed this life on Friday, October 21st, at the
 age of 81, in Quinter, Kansas.Nadyne began her walk with the Lord Jesus and was baptized in 1951. 
She remained true to Him until her death. On May 30, 1959, Nadyne was 
joined in marriage to James Boone. This union was blessed with six 
children.Nadyne was preceded in death by her husband, James Boone, parents, 
Herman and Reva Jamison, her parents-in-law, Jesse and Edna Boone, one 
sister, Ruth, two brothers Herman Joy and Vernard Jamison, one 
granddaughter, Kristen Basore, and two brothers-in-law, Marvin Bauman 
and Ronald Filbrun.She is survived by her six children and their companions, Janet and 
Dale Eikenberry, Ohio, Becky and Ward Deaton, Washington, Stacy and Ken 
Harrison, California, Gina and Nolan Garber, Kansas, Darin and Merna 
Boone, Washington, Heidi and Chad Basore, Washington, grandchildren, 
Trent and Holly Eikenberry, Ohio, Matt and Jill Dickey, Idaho, Peter and
 Kellie Eikenberry, Ohio, Teri and Dallas Flory, Washington, Luke and 
Anna Deaton, Washington, Brad and Kristen Deaton, Washington, Clark and 
Morgan Deaton, Washington, Crystal and Thomas Richards, Texas, Landon 
Boone, California, Lacy Boone, Texas, Stratton and Amanda Harrison, 
California, Milan Harrison, California, Mollie and Jacob Flory, Kansas, 
Lorene and Thaddeus Bauman, Kansas, Rachel and Devon Longenecker, 
Pennsylvania, Jonathan Garber, Kansas Micah and Elisabeth Garber, 
Kansas, Seth Garber, Kansas, Jesse and Kali Boone, Montana, Zachary and 
Victoria Boone, Washington, Brittney and Dallas Phillips, Washington, 
Brooklyn Boone, Washington, Brett and Bethany Basore, Washington, Tyler 
and Kimra Basore, Washington, Austin Basore, Washington, Morgan Basore, 
Washington, Hollie Basore, Washington, great-grandchildren, Carter, 
Jade, Will, Ty, Violet, Kate and Jude Eikenberry, Ethan, Logan, Brandon 
and Megan Dickey, Parker and Keegan Eikenberry, Conner, Landon, Chloe, 
Lincoln, Merci, Jolie and Linsie Flory, Riley, Scott, Quinn, Vivi, 
Halli, and Trey Deaton, Graham and Kate Deaton, Theodore, Violet and 
Henry Richards, Solomon, Isaiah and Malachi Flory, Camden, Hans and 
Josie Bauman, Ily, Lani and Easton Longenecker, Redford and Avett Boone,
 Emmett and Alastair Boone, Sybil Phillips, RaeLynn, Addison and 
Brantley Basore, one sister and her companion, Connie and Delbert 
Swihart, Kansas, three nieces, Amber and Shannon Roach, Kara and Devin 
Sweitzer, Jodi Swihart, Kansas, in-laws, Morya Bauman, Kansas, Janice 
Filbrun, Ohio, Gary and Marlene Boone, Ohio, Sharon and Dale Deaton, 
Kansas, &nbsp;Diane and Don Rogers, Ohio.

Nadyne F. Boone

Alice Marie Robison, 72, passed away October 30, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

She was born October 5, 1950, in Gainesville, Missouri, the daughter of Edward Andy and Viola Mae Baines Naugle.

A lifetime resident since 1963, she was a nurses aide at Larned 
Healthcare Center. She was a member of New Beginnings Church of the 
Nazarene and enjoyed sewing and crafting.

On October 15, 1970, she married Robert L. Robison Sr. at Larned; he preceded her in death.

Survivors include: daughter, Lisa Robison, Larned; son, Robert 
Robison Jr., Norton; two sisters, Wanda Gay (Don) McKenna, Hutchinson, 
Brenda Louise Farmer, Larned; brother, Joseph (Petra) Naugle, Midwest 
City, Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Shyann Robison, Thomas Robison, 
Jeremy Robison, Ebony Muldrow, Ivory Muldrow, and one great grandchild 
on the way.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Shirley Ann 
Owens, Teresa Lynn Humphries; and two brothers, Michael Naugle and 
Charles Edward Naugle.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. 
Saturday, November 5, 2022, at New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene, 
Larned, with Pastor Daryl Riffel presiding.

Memorials may be given to the Alice Robison Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Alice Marie Robison, 72, passed away October 30, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays.She was born October 5, 1950, in Gainesville, Missouri, the daughter of Edward Andy and Viola Mae Baines Naugle.A lifetime resident since 1963, she was a nurses aide at Larned 
Healthcare Center. She was a member of New Beginnings Church of the 
Nazarene and enjoyed sewing and crafting.On October 15, 1970, she married Robert L. Robison Sr. at Larned; he preceded her in death.Survivors include: daughter, Lisa Robison, Larned; son, Robert 
Robison Jr., Norton; two sisters, Wanda Gay (Don) McKenna, Hutchinson, 
Brenda Louise Farmer, Larned; brother, Joseph (Petra) Naugle, Midwest 
City, Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Shyann Robison, Thomas Robison, 
Jeremy Robison, Ebony Muldrow, Ivory Muldrow, and one great grandchild 
on the way.She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Shirley Ann 
Owens, Teresa Lynn Humphries; and two brothers, Michael Naugle and 
Charles Edward Naugle.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. 
Saturday, November 5, 2022, at New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene, 
Larned, with Pastor Daryl Riffel presiding.Memorials may be given to the Alice Robison Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Alice Marie Robison

Treva L. McCandless, age 96, passed peacefully on Thursday, October 
27, 2022, at the Palisades at Broadmoor Park in Colorado Springs, 
Colorado with her daughter, son, and daughter-in-law at her side.&nbsp; Treva
 was born on September 29, 1926, in Emporia, Kansas, to Lyman Mallary and 
Arlene Loveland. &nbsp;

After graduating Emporia High School, Treva and three friends 
traveled to Wichita, having been recruited by Being in the War effort. 
She enjoyed telling of her time as a rivet chaser and typist at Boeing.

After Boeing, Treva worked at the Emporia Gazette where William Allen
 White was editor. Working as a proofreader, Treva had a sharp eye for 
errors, which continued through her life.

Treva attended Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia, and it was here where Treva met Robert McCandless, in Composition and Rhetoric class. 
Although Robert turned her down when Treva asked him for a date, he 
later asked her out, saying "do you remember?"

She certainly did. Robert and Treva were married in 1948.&nbsp; After 
marriage, Robert and Treva began farm life in Lebo, Kansas, and farmed 
until 1961, when they purchased the Airliner Motel in Scott City. Treva 
loved living in Scott City and belonging to the United Methodist Church 
where she made many friends in the Women's Society and was active 
helping with dinners and bazaars and attending Sunday School. Treva was 
also active in the High Plains Study Club, enjoying field trips, 
fellowship and coming up with the 'creative answers to be given during 
roll call.

After managing the Airliner Motel for 20 years, Robert and Treva retired in 1981.

They purchased a townhouse in Colorado Springs and took frequent get 
away trips to the mountains. Treva said they had the best of two worlds,
 watching grandchildren grow up in both Kansas and Colorado.

Following Robert's death in 2010, Treva remained in Scott City until 
2016 when she moved to Colorado Springs to be closer to her daughter and
 family. She lived at the Palisades retirement community until her 
passing.

Treva was a fierce Yahtzee player, an avid reader, and Jumble puzzle 
lover. Her more recent days were highlighted by watching Jeopardy and 
she was delighted if family members would sit and watch with her. She 
loved her family, praying for them each night and sharing wisdom with 
them during hard times.

Treva is survived by her son Mark (Suzanne), daughter Kim (Barry): six grandchildren, Leslie (Brad), Marie (Shawn), Laura, Hilary (Jake), Emily (Miles), 
and Thomas; and eight great-grandchildren, Mallory, Nate, Abby, Simon, 
Huxley, Asher, Theo, and Arthur.

Services are pending with Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to United 
Methodist Church of Scott City in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home,
 PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Treva L. McCandless, age 96, passed peacefully on Thursday, October 
27, 2022, at the Palisades at Broadmoor Park in Colorado Springs, 
Colorado with her daughter, son, and daughter-in-law at her side.&nbsp; Treva
 was born on September 29, 1926, in Emporia, Kansas, to Lyman Mallary and 
Arlene Loveland. &nbsp;After graduating Emporia High School, Treva and three friends 
traveled to Wichita, having been recruited by Being in the War effort. 
She enjoyed telling of her time as a rivet chaser and typist at Boeing.After Boeing, Treva worked at the Emporia Gazette where William Allen
 White was editor. Working as a proofreader, Treva had a sharp eye for 
errors, which continued through her life.Treva attended Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia, and it was here where Treva met Robert McCandless, in Composition and Rhetoric class. 
Although Robert turned her down when Treva asked him for a date, he 
later asked her out, saying "do you remember?"She certainly did. Robert and Treva were married in 1948.&nbsp; After 
marriage, Robert and Treva began farm life in Lebo, Kansas, and farmed 
until 1961, when they purchased the Airliner Motel in Scott City. Treva 
loved living in Scott City and belonging to the United Methodist Church 
where she made many friends in the Women's Society and was active 
helping with dinners and bazaars and attending Sunday School. Treva was 
also active in the High Plains Study Club, enjoying field trips, 
fellowship and coming up with the 'creative answers to be given during 
roll call.After managing the Airliner Motel for 20 years, Robert and Treva retired in 1981.They purchased a townhouse in Colorado Springs and took frequent get 
away trips to the mountains. Treva said they had the best of two worlds,
 watching grandchildren grow up in both Kansas and Colorado.Following Robert's death in 2010, Treva remained in Scott City until 
2016 when she moved to Colorado Springs to be closer to her daughter and
 family. She lived at the Palisades retirement community until her 
passing.Treva was a fierce Yahtzee player, an avid reader, and Jumble puzzle 
lover. Her more recent days were highlighted by watching Jeopardy and 
she was delighted if family members would sit and watch with her. She 
loved her family, praying for them each night and sharing wisdom with 
them during hard times.Treva is survived by her son Mark (Suzanne), daughter Kim (Barry): six grandchildren, Leslie (Brad), Marie (Shawn), Laura, Hilary (Jake), Emily (Miles), 
and Thomas; and eight great-grandchildren, Mallory, Nate, Abby, Simon, 
Huxley, Asher, Theo, and Arthur.Services are pending with Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home.In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to United 
Methodist Church of Scott City in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home,
 PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Treva L. McCandless

Patricia “Pat” Lois Bell, 80, passed away on October 26, 2022, in 
Conroe, Texas. Born on June 25, 1942, in Borger, Texas, to Herman 
Delbert and Lois (King) Crockett. They moved back to Morton, Texas, 
where her father became the Cochran County Sheriff. This is where Pat 
attended school until the 7th grade. In 1954 Herman took a job in the oil field and moved the family to Ellinwood, Kansas.&nbsp;

On December 23, 1958, she married Larry Ravenstien, she joined him in
 Fort Campbell, Kentucky, where he was stationed in the Army. Upon 
Larry’s Army discharge in 1966, they moved to Derby, Kansas, with their 
two sons. Later moving back to Ellinwood, where Pat worked for Farmer’s 
Mutual Insurance. On October 23, 1978, Larry and her divorced. Pat then 
moved to Great Bend where she worked for the Barton County Sheriff Dept.
 and the Great Bend Petroleum Club. While working at the Petroleum Club,
 she meet Keith Bell, an avid golfer.

Many may remember her singing the jingle “He’s a Write in Vote” 
campaigning for Gene Marks as a write-in vote, running for sheriff of 
Barton County, and he won. She then married Keith Bell on March 14, 
1980, in Cimarron, Kansas. Upon her and Keith’s retirement they became 
“Winter Texans” at River Bend Resort in Brownsville, Texas, later making
 that their permanent home for 23 years.

Mrs. Bell enjoyed playing mahjong, dominos, cards and was active in 
Ladies Golf League. She was very involved in community events at River 
Bend. One important event her friends from River Bend stated was at 
their annual Veterans Day celebration she lead the opening prayer. She 
had a very loving and spiritual caring heart, spreading that to her many
 family and friends along her life’s journey.

Survivors include her sons, Kelly Ravenstien of Ark City, Kansas and 
Scott (Gabe) Ravenstien of Great Bend, Kansas; &nbsp;two step-daughters, 
Rhonda (Gary) Dobbs of Spring, Texas and Marisa (Doug) Deason of Tulsa, 
Oklahoma; one step-son, KB (Tammy) Bell of Great Bend, Kansas; 10 
grandchildren, Justin Ward, Misty (Stephen) Ambrose, Michael (Rosa) 
Ravenstien, Zach Dittrick, Casey Dittrick and fiancé Brian Lundquist, 
Ryan (Nicole) Dobbs, Collin (Madison) Dobbs, Chelsea (Terry) Tansill, 
Suzanne (Mario) Montes and Alisha (Ryan) Markley; 16 
great-grandchildren; 1 great great-grandchild on the way; her sister, 
Twila (Melvin) Birzer ; her brother, Randy Crockett; a sister-in-law, 
Judi Crockett; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith, of 37 years; her 
parents; a brother, Herman (Sonny) Crockett, and a step-daughter, Monica
 Bell Reser.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A family 
burial will be at a later date. 

Memorial contributions can be sent to 
the Monica Bell Reser Memorial Scholarship at Barton Community College 
or a Humane Society of contributor’s choice, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home, 1425 Patton Rd, Great Bend, KS 67530.

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 </figure>Patricia “Pat” Lois Bell, 80, passed away on October 26, 2022, in 
Conroe, Texas. Born on June 25, 1942, in Borger, Texas, to Herman 
Delbert and Lois (King) Crockett. They moved back to Morton, Texas, 
where her father became the Cochran County Sheriff. This is where Pat 
attended school until the 7th grade. In 1954 Herman took a job in the oil field and moved the family to Ellinwood, Kansas.&nbsp;On December 23, 1958, she married Larry Ravenstien, she joined him in
 Fort Campbell, Kentucky, where he was stationed in the Army. Upon 
Larry’s Army discharge in 1966, they moved to Derby, Kansas, with their 
two sons. Later moving back to Ellinwood, where Pat worked for Farmer’s 
Mutual Insurance. On October 23, 1978, Larry and her divorced. Pat then 
moved to Great Bend where she worked for the Barton County Sheriff Dept.
 and the Great Bend Petroleum Club. While working at the Petroleum Club,
 she meet Keith Bell, an avid golfer.Many may remember her singing the jingle “He’s a Write in Vote” 
campaigning for Gene Marks as a write-in vote, running for sheriff of 
Barton County, and he won. She then married Keith Bell on March 14, 
1980, in Cimarron, Kansas. Upon her and Keith’s retirement they became 
“Winter Texans” at River Bend Resort in Brownsville, Texas, later making
 that their permanent home for 23 years.Mrs. Bell enjoyed playing mahjong, dominos, cards and was active in 
Ladies Golf League. She was very involved in community events at River 
Bend. One important event her friends from River Bend stated was at 
their annual Veterans Day celebration she lead the opening prayer. She 
had a very loving and spiritual caring heart, spreading that to her many
 family and friends along her life’s journey.Survivors include her sons, Kelly Ravenstien of Ark City, Kansas and 
Scott (Gabe) Ravenstien of Great Bend, Kansas; &nbsp;two step-daughters, 
Rhonda (Gary) Dobbs of Spring, Texas and Marisa (Doug) Deason of Tulsa, 
Oklahoma; one step-son, KB (Tammy) Bell of Great Bend, Kansas; 10 
grandchildren, Justin Ward, Misty (Stephen) Ambrose, Michael (Rosa) 
Ravenstien, Zach Dittrick, Casey Dittrick and fiancé Brian Lundquist, 
Ryan (Nicole) Dobbs, Collin (Madison) Dobbs, Chelsea (Terry) Tansill, 
Suzanne (Mario) Montes and Alisha (Ryan) Markley; 16 
great-grandchildren; 1 great great-grandchild on the way; her sister, 
Twila (Melvin) Birzer ; her brother, Randy Crockett; a sister-in-law, 
Judi Crockett; and a host of nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith, of 37 years; her 
parents; a brother, Herman (Sonny) Crockett, and a step-daughter, Monica
 Bell Reser.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A family 
burial will be at a later date. Memorial contributions can be sent to 
the Monica Bell Reser Memorial Scholarship at Barton Community College 
or a Humane Society of contributor’s choice, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home, 1425 Patton Rd, Great Bend, KS 67530.

Patricia 'Pat' Lois Bell

Tom
 F. Griffith - It's with great sadness to announce the passing of Tommy 
Fay Griffith. He passed peacefully on Friday, October 7th, in Eagle, Idaho,&nbsp; with his family nearby.

Tommy was 88 years old, he leaves behind sons Bryan and Brett, daughter in law, Wendy and granddaughter, Caitlin.

Tommy was born in Delphos, Kansas, received an engineering degree at 
Kansas University and was wedded to Carol Joy Moon, his dedicated wife 
and mother to his two sons for 53 years until her life and fight with 
cancer ended in January of 2021.

Tommy had various engineering jobs throughout his career but was 
determined to further his education and return to school to achieve his 
Masters at New York University followed by his Doctorate at Indiana 
University. &nbsp;He also was a Professor and shared his education and 
knowledge thru teaching at Arizona State University and Fort Hays 
University.

Tommy enjoyed traveling in his younger years, was passionate about 
Kansas University Men’s basketball and had a musical interest for street
 organ grinding. &nbsp;He also had a talent for wood working and even built 
and pieced together his very own street organ that he would take out and
 play for various events and gatherings. &nbsp;Tommy also enjoyed his 
membership in the Hays Rotary club, and as a Mason and loved giving back
 to the community. &nbsp;He was quite clever with his jokes and quotes and 
always kept his audience smiling and laughing.

His sparkling blue eyes and bright warm smile was always rewarding.&nbsp; 
Tommy’s passion for life, his family and interest in others will be 
missed by many.

The family Suggests memorials made payable to: The Fort Hays Endowment 
in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, 
Hays, Kansas 67601.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or 
can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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 </figure>Tom
 F. Griffith - It's with great sadness to announce the passing of Tommy 
Fay Griffith. He passed peacefully on Friday, October 7th, in Eagle, Idaho,&nbsp; with his family nearby.Tommy was 88 years old, he leaves behind sons Bryan and Brett, daughter in law, Wendy and granddaughter, Caitlin.Tommy was born in Delphos, Kansas, received an engineering degree at 
Kansas University and was wedded to Carol Joy Moon, his dedicated wife 
and mother to his two sons for 53 years until her life and fight with 
cancer ended in January of 2021.Tommy had various engineering jobs throughout his career but was 
determined to further his education and return to school to achieve his 
Masters at New York University followed by his Doctorate at Indiana 
University. &nbsp;He also was a Professor and shared his education and 
knowledge thru teaching at Arizona State University and Fort Hays 
University.Tommy enjoyed traveling in his younger years, was passionate about 
Kansas University Men’s basketball and had a musical interest for street
 organ grinding. &nbsp;He also had a talent for wood working and even built 
and pieced together his very own street organ that he would take out and
 play for various events and gatherings. &nbsp;Tommy also enjoyed his 
membership in the Hays Rotary club, and as a Mason and loved giving back
 to the community. &nbsp;He was quite clever with his jokes and quotes and 
always kept his audience smiling and laughing.His sparkling blue eyes and bright warm smile was always rewarding.&nbsp; 
Tommy’s passion for life, his family and interest in others will be 
missed by many.The family Suggests memorials made payable to: The Fort Hays Endowment 
in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, 
Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or 
can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Tom F. Griffith

Long Island, KS resident Lila Riemann passed away on Saturday, 
October 29, 2022, peacefully at her residence with her children by her 
side.&nbsp; She was 89.

She was born April 14, 1933, in Jennings, KS the daughter of Harry and Bertha (Chandler) Wylie.

Lila was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters Janice Workman
 and Shirley White; her husband Duane Riemann; and a son-in-law Bill 
Alexander.

Survivors include her son Dallas Troutner and wife Bobbi of Fairbury,
 NE; two daughters Gayle Alexander of Almena, KS and Cynthia Hammond and
 husband Craig of Long Island, KS; 10 grandchildren; 7 great 
grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661 is in charge of arrangements.

Long Island, KS resident Lila Riemann passed away on Saturday, 
October 29, 2022, peacefully at her residence with her children by her 
side.&nbsp; She was 89.She was born April 14, 1933, in Jennings, KS the daughter of Harry and Bertha (Chandler) Wylie.Lila was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters Janice Workman
 and Shirley White; her husband Duane Riemann; and a son-in-law Bill 
Alexander.Survivors include her son Dallas Troutner and wife Bobbi of Fairbury,
 NE; two daughters Gayle Alexander of Almena, KS and Cynthia Hammond and
 husband Craig of Long Island, KS; 10 grandchildren; 7 great 
grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A celebration of life will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661 is in charge of arrangements.

Lila Riemann

Samuel Louis Brock, 79, of Russell, Kansas, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at his home with his loved ones by his side.

Sam was born September 27, 1943, in Sabetha, Kansas.&nbsp; He was one of three sons born to Dale A. Sr., and Lucille N. (Spiker) Brock.&nbsp; He grew up in Wetmore, Kansas and graduated from Wetmore High School in the Class of '61.&nbsp; He then attended Emporia State University where he graduated in 1965 with his degree in Accounting and Business.&nbsp; He also served his country in the Army National Guard.

Sam was united in marriage to Marcia McCuistion on June 4, 1966.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters; Sonya and Stephanie.&nbsp; Later he was united in marriage to Lana (Teel) Foster on July 10, 1998.&nbsp; They made their home in Russell.

Sam was a Co-Owner of Morris &amp; Brock Accounting which later became Gudenkauf, Malone &amp; Brock, Inc.&nbsp; He retired in 2014.&nbsp; He was an active member of the Russell Elks Lodge # 1715.&nbsp; He enjoyed all aspects of sports, fishing, following his family’s activities and spending time at his cabin at the lake.

Sam’s surviving family include his wife of 24 years, Lana of the home; daughters, Sonya Schinkel of Lawrence, Kansas and Stephanie Dunn (Chris) of Lenexa, Kansas; step-sons, Douglas Foster (Bonnie) of Wichita, Kansas and David Foster (Summer) of Alva, Oklahoma; brothers, Dale Brock (Esther) of Spiceland, Indiana and Dennis Brock (Carol) of Reading, Kansas; sister-in-law, Mickey Long of Russell, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Jane, Peter, Neva, Merle, Sydney, Beau and Mary Kate; many nieces, nephews and many friends.&nbsp; Sam was preceded in death by his parents.

A Gathering in Sam’s Memory will be held at the Russell Elks Lodge #1715 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Sunday, November 6, 2022.&nbsp; 

Memorials have been established with Russell Elks Lodge or Russell Regional Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Samuel Louis Brock, 79, of Russell, Kansas, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at his home with his loved ones by his side.Sam was born September 27, 1943, in Sabetha, Kansas.&nbsp; He was one of three sons born to Dale A. Sr., and Lucille N. (Spiker) Brock.&nbsp; He grew up in Wetmore, Kansas and graduated from Wetmore High School in the Class of '61.&nbsp; He then attended Emporia State University where he graduated in 1965 with his degree in Accounting and Business.&nbsp; He also served his country in the Army National Guard.Sam was united in marriage to Marcia McCuistion on June 4, 1966.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters; Sonya and Stephanie.&nbsp; Later he was united in marriage to Lana (Teel) Foster on July 10, 1998.&nbsp; They made their home in Russell.Sam was a Co-Owner of Morris &amp; Brock Accounting which later became Gudenkauf, Malone &amp; Brock, Inc.&nbsp; He retired in 2014.&nbsp; He was an active member of the Russell Elks Lodge # 1715.&nbsp; He enjoyed all aspects of sports, fishing, following his family’s activities and spending time at his cabin at the lake.Sam’s surviving family include his wife of 24 years, Lana of the home; daughters, Sonya Schinkel of Lawrence, Kansas and Stephanie Dunn (Chris) of Lenexa, Kansas; step-sons, Douglas Foster (Bonnie) of Wichita, Kansas and David Foster (Summer) of Alva, Oklahoma; brothers, Dale Brock (Esther) of Spiceland, Indiana and Dennis Brock (Carol) of Reading, Kansas; sister-in-law, Mickey Long of Russell, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Jane, Peter, Neva, Merle, Sydney, Beau and Mary Kate; many nieces, nephews and many friends.&nbsp; Sam was preceded in death by his parents.A Gathering in Sam’s Memory will be held at the Russell Elks Lodge #1715 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Sunday, November 6, 2022.&nbsp; Memorials have been established with Russell Elks Lodge or Russell Regional Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Samuel Louis Brock

Connie Austin, 84, died Saturday, October 29, 2022, at her home in Dodge City.&nbsp;

She was born January 2, 1938, at Great Bend, the daughter of Ray and 
Dorothy (Bailey) Richardson.&nbsp; She attended Dodge City schools and was a 
1955 graduate of Dodge City High School, and in 1954 was the Floor Show 
Queen. On December 27, 1955 she married Kenny Austin at Dodge City.&nbsp; She
 worked as a secretary for the business and finance department of the 
First Christian Church. She was a Keenager senior director for 15 years,
 a bus driver for the Bible Bowl, an Ombudsman for the state of Kansas 
assisting senior citizens in nursing homes, and a CASA volunteer.&nbsp; She 
enjoyed baking cookies for the needy and shut ins as well as baking and 
decorating cakes, Coke hour with the girls, line dancing at the Senior 
Center, cross stitching, collecting dolls, and spending time at their 
cabin in Colorado.&nbsp; 

She was very proud of the fact that she was a 
descendant of Benjamin Franklin.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include: her husband of 66 years, Kenny; their 4 children, 
Brent and wife Dee, Dodge City, Deann Jones, Dodge City, Bruce and wife 
Bonnie, Wichita, and Darin and wife Jackie, Pueblo, Colorado; a sister 
Karen Ehrlich, Surprise, Arizona; 8 grandchildren, Renee Duvall and 
husband Eric, Stephen Austin and wife Sarah, Annalise Hagan and husband 
Joshua, Emily Smith and husband Braden, Joshua Austin and wife Madison, 
Caleb Austin, Jonathan Austin, and Andrew Austin; and 6 great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Gene Richardson, a sister, Carol Koehn, and brother-in-law, Duane Ehrlich.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be at 10:00 am Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 
the First Christian Church, Dodge City, with Jeff Hiers officiating.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Gardens, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 pm Tuesday with the family present 
from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.

The family suggest memorials to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Connie Austin, 84, died Saturday, October 29, 2022, at her home in Dodge City.&nbsp;She was born January 2, 1938, at Great Bend, the daughter of Ray and 
Dorothy (Bailey) Richardson.&nbsp; She attended Dodge City schools and was a 
1955 graduate of Dodge City High School, and in 1954 was the Floor Show 
Queen. On December 27, 1955 she married Kenny Austin at Dodge City.&nbsp; She
 worked as a secretary for the business and finance department of the 
First Christian Church. She was a Keenager senior director for 15 years,
 a bus driver for the Bible Bowl, an Ombudsman for the state of Kansas 
assisting senior citizens in nursing homes, and a CASA volunteer.&nbsp; She 
enjoyed baking cookies for the needy and shut ins as well as baking and 
decorating cakes, Coke hour with the girls, line dancing at the Senior 
Center, cross stitching, collecting dolls, and spending time at their 
cabin in Colorado.&nbsp; She was very proud of the fact that she was a 
descendant of Benjamin Franklin.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include: her husband of 66 years, Kenny; their 4 children, 
Brent and wife Dee, Dodge City, Deann Jones, Dodge City, Bruce and wife 
Bonnie, Wichita, and Darin and wife Jackie, Pueblo, Colorado; a sister 
Karen Ehrlich, Surprise, Arizona; 8 grandchildren, Renee Duvall and 
husband Eric, Stephen Austin and wife Sarah, Annalise Hagan and husband 
Joshua, Emily Smith and husband Braden, Joshua Austin and wife Madison, 
Caleb Austin, Jonathan Austin, and Andrew Austin; and 6 great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Gene Richardson, a sister, Carol Koehn, and brother-in-law, Duane Ehrlich.&nbsp;Funeral service will be at 10:00 am Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 
the First Christian Church, Dodge City, with Jeff Hiers officiating.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Gardens, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 pm Tuesday with the family present 
from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.The family suggest memorials to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Connie Austin

November 29, 1989 ~ October 28, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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Sarah Marie (Stenger) Richardson

Glen Francis Warren, age 88, of Hays, Kansas, passed way on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 4, 2022, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Glen Francis Warren, age 88, of Hays, Kansas, passed way on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.Funeral services will be at 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 4, 2022, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Glen Francis Warren

Kathleen Louise Wendland, age 59 passed away on Oct. 16, 2022, at the Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt, KS.  She was born on Oct. 20, 1962, at Westmoreland, KS., the daughter of Ralph Hugh and Jacquelyn Marie (Riley) Ballentine. 

 She graduated from Onaga High School in 1980, Hesston College in 1982 and Eastern Mennonite College in 1984.  She was a homemaker and later became an ordained minister, part of the ministry team at the Fathers House of Worship in Sun City, KS. 

 On Oct. 5, 1985, she married Brian Ernest Wendland at Mineral Spring, Manhattan, KS. 

 She is survived by her husband, Brian Wendland, mother, Jacquelyn Marie (Riley) Ballentine; two sons, Aaron Ernest (Kirsten) Wendland, Wavery, KS., Andrew Hugh (Amanda) Wendland, Soddy Daisy, TN; two daughters, Destiny Louise Wendland, Ft. Morgan, CO., Daniele Dawn (Jordan) Moshier, Goodland, KS; a sister, Bridget Ann Turner, Onaga, KS; five grandchildren, Holton James Moshier, Katrin Dawn Moshier, Brian Hugh Pyle-Wendland, Isabelle Ryan Holder and David Lee Dodd. 

Services were Oct. 25 and 26&nbsp;at Minnis Chapel, St. John, with Pastor Deitra Black and Charles Bissell presiding, and at Fancy Creek Church in NW Riley County, KS., with Pastor Sterling Hudgins and Bob Olson presiding. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to KREJ Radio, Medicine Lodge, KS., or the Fancy Creek Church in care of Minnis Chapel, P.O. Box 34, St. John, KS  67576.

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 </figure>Kathleen Louise Wendland, age 59 passed away on Oct. 16, 2022, at the Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt, KS. She was born on Oct. 20, 1962, at Westmoreland, KS., the daughter of Ralph Hugh and Jacquelyn Marie (Riley) Ballentine. She graduated from Onaga High School in 1980, Hesston College in 1982 and Eastern Mennonite College in 1984. She was a homemaker and later became an ordained minister, part of the ministry team at the Fathers House of Worship in Sun City, KS. On Oct. 5, 1985, she married Brian Ernest Wendland at Mineral Spring, Manhattan, KS. She is survived by her husband, Brian Wendland, mother, Jacquelyn Marie (Riley) Ballentine; two sons, Aaron Ernest (Kirsten) Wendland, Wavery, KS., Andrew Hugh (Amanda) Wendland, Soddy Daisy, TN; two daughters, Destiny Louise Wendland, Ft. Morgan, CO., Daniele Dawn (Jordan) Moshier, Goodland, KS; a sister, Bridget Ann Turner, Onaga, KS; five grandchildren, Holton James Moshier, Katrin Dawn Moshier, Brian Hugh Pyle-Wendland, Isabelle Ryan Holder and David Lee Dodd. Services were Oct. 25 and 26&nbsp;at Minnis Chapel, St. John, with Pastor Deitra Black and Charles Bissell presiding, and at Fancy Creek Church in NW Riley County, KS., with Pastor Sterling Hudgins and Bob Olson presiding. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to KREJ Radio, Medicine Lodge, KS., or the Fancy Creek Church in care of Minnis Chapel, P.O. Box 34, St. John, KS 67576.

Kathleen Louise Wendland

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce Donald E. 
Birzer, age 86, of Colby, KS, passed away on October 27, 2022. 
He was born in Brownell, Kansas, on January 23, 1936, to Frank and Eleanor (Rupp) Birzer. 
Don attended Brownell High School, went to the Army from 1954-56, 
stationed in Hanau Germany. After the military, he attended trade school
 for automotive body repair. He was in automotive body repair for over 
40 years and worked and owned Lyles Body shop for 30 years. 
On November 28, 1959, he was united in marriage with Betty Kraft at the 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church in McCracken, KS and from that marriage two 
beautiful living children were born, Mitchell and Staci. 
He was a current member of Sacred Heart Church, Colby, Kansas. After he 
sold Lyles Body Shop, he worked as a Storm Trooper at Farm Bureau for 15
 years and Pioneer Seed for 25 years. He was previously active in the 
American Legion and Knights of Columbus for many years. In his earlier 
years, he enjoyed farming. He was a true handyman/volunteer, enjoyed 
dancing, socializing, playing cards, and had a beautiful lawn and 
garden. 
Don is survived by his son, Mitch (Anita), Nortonville, KY; daughter, 
Staci (Kevin) Murray, Manhattan, KS; four living grandchildren, Justin 
(Allie) Murray, Wichita, KS, Bethany Murray of Wichita, KS, Danielle 
Birzer of Phoenix, AZ, and Jackson Birzer of Nortonville, KY and two 
great grandchildren, Hudson Murray and Cohen Murray. He will be truly 
missed by all that knew him. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty (Kraft); his daughter, 
Roxanne; his parents, Frank and Eleanor Birzer; three sisters, and a 
granddaughter, Ashley Murray. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m., with a vigil at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov.
 3, 2022, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. A funeral mass will be celebrated
 on Friday, Nov 4, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Colby. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, Nov 5, 2022, at 
Sacred Heart Cemetery, Colby.

Memorial contributions may be directed to 
the Sacred Heart Church at 585 N. French Ave or the Senior Progress 
Center, 165 Fike Park St. Colby, KS. Baalmann Mortuary, Colby is 
handling the arrangements. 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>It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce Donald E. 
Birzer, age 86, of Colby, KS, passed away on October 27, 2022. 
He was born in Brownell, Kansas, on January 23, 1936, to Frank and Eleanor (Rupp) Birzer. 
Don attended Brownell High School, went to the Army from 1954-56, 
stationed in Hanau Germany. After the military, he attended trade school
 for automotive body repair. He was in automotive body repair for over 
40 years and worked and owned Lyles Body shop for 30 years. 
On November 28, 1959, he was united in marriage with Betty Kraft at the 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church in McCracken, KS and from that marriage two 
beautiful living children were born, Mitchell and Staci. 
He was a current member of Sacred Heart Church, Colby, Kansas. After he 
sold Lyles Body Shop, he worked as a Storm Trooper at Farm Bureau for 15
 years and Pioneer Seed for 25 years. He was previously active in the 
American Legion and Knights of Columbus for many years. In his earlier 
years, he enjoyed farming. He was a true handyman/volunteer, enjoyed 
dancing, socializing, playing cards, and had a beautiful lawn and 
garden. 
Don is survived by his son, Mitch (Anita), Nortonville, KY; daughter, 
Staci (Kevin) Murray, Manhattan, KS; four living grandchildren, Justin 
(Allie) Murray, Wichita, KS, Bethany Murray of Wichita, KS, Danielle 
Birzer of Phoenix, AZ, and Jackson Birzer of Nortonville, KY and two 
great grandchildren, Hudson Murray and Cohen Murray. He will be truly 
missed by all that knew him. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty (Kraft); his daughter, 
Roxanne; his parents, Frank and Eleanor Birzer; three sisters, and a 
granddaughter, Ashley Murray. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m., with a vigil at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov.
 3, 2022, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. A funeral mass will be celebrated
 on Friday, Nov 4, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Colby. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, Nov 5, 2022, at 
Sacred Heart Cemetery, Colby. Memorial contributions may be directed to 
the Sacred Heart Church at 585 N. French Ave or the Senior Progress 
Center, 165 Fike Park St. Colby, KS. Baalmann Mortuary, Colby is 
handling the arrangements. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Donald E. Birzer

Bonnie Kay Paris, 75, of Hutchinson, died October 27, 2022, at 
Hospice House. She was born September 13, 1947, in Goodland, to William 
and Irene (Murtz) Cape.

Bonnie enjoyed spending time with family and friends fishing, playing dice and cards, especially Rummy, and cold beer.

On February 22, 1963, she married Gary Paris Sr., in Denver, CO. He died September 17, 2010.

Survivors include: her daughter, Tina Dirksen (Steve) of Salina; 
daughter-of-the heart, Dody Woodring of Salina; grandchildren, Alicia 
Dirksen, Devon Dirksen, Shyanne Paris; great-grandchildren, Destany 
Dirksen, Tyson Robles, Taliyah Dirksen, Allie Dirksen, MacKenzie 
Dirksen, Gaven Dirksen; great-great-grandchildren, Dai’Sean Dirksen, 
Amiyah Dirksen, Arthur Bratton; sisters, Darlene and Virginia of Kansas 
City, MO; and many extended family members.

Bonnie was preceded in death by: her parents; sons, Gary Paris Jr. and James Paris; and seven siblings.

Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, in Murdock Cemetery, 1682 SE 100 Ave., Murdock.

Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present to 
receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, October 31, 2022, at Elliott 
Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to Bonnie Paris Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Bonnie Kay Paris, 75, of Hutchinson, died October 27, 2022, at 
Hospice House. She was born September 13, 1947, in Goodland, to William 
and Irene (Murtz) Cape.Bonnie enjoyed spending time with family and friends fishing, playing dice and cards, especially Rummy, and cold beer.On February 22, 1963, she married Gary Paris Sr., in Denver, CO. He died September 17, 2010.Survivors include: her daughter, Tina Dirksen (Steve) of Salina; 
daughter-of-the heart, Dody Woodring of Salina; grandchildren, Alicia 
Dirksen, Devon Dirksen, Shyanne Paris; great-grandchildren, Destany 
Dirksen, Tyson Robles, Taliyah Dirksen, Allie Dirksen, MacKenzie 
Dirksen, Gaven Dirksen; great-great-grandchildren, Dai’Sean Dirksen, 
Amiyah Dirksen, Arthur Bratton; sisters, Darlene and Virginia of Kansas 
City, MO; and many extended family members.Bonnie was preceded in death by: her parents; sons, Gary Paris Jr. and James Paris; and seven siblings.Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2022, in Murdock Cemetery, 1682 SE 100 Ave., Murdock.Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present to 
receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, October 31, 2022, at Elliott 
Mortuary.Memorials may be made to Bonnie Paris Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Bonnie Kay Paris

Patricia “Pat” Lois Bell, 80, passed away on Oct. 26, 2022, in 
Conroe, Texas. Born June 25, 1942, in Borger, Texas, to Herman Delbert 
and Lois (King) Crockett. They moved back to Morton, Texas, where her 
father became Cochran County Sheriff. That is where Pat attended school 
until the 7th grade. In 1954 Herman took a job in the oil 
field and moved the family to Ellinwood, Kan.&nbsp; 

On Dec. 23, 1958, she 
married Larry Ravenstien, she joined him in Fort Campbell, Ky., where he
 was stationed in the Army. Upon Larry’s Army discharge in 1966, they 
moved to Derby, Kan., with their 2 sons. Later moving back to Ellinwood,
 where Pat worked for Farmer’s Mutual Ins. On Oct. 23, 1978, Larry and 
her divorced. Pat then moved to Great Bend, Kan., where she worked for 
the Barton County Sheriff Dept. and Great Bend Petroleum Club, where she
 met Keith Bell, an avid golfer. Many may remember her singing the 
jingle “He’s a Write in Vote” campaigning for Gene Marks as a write-in 
vote, running for sheriff of Barton County — he won. She married Keith 
Bell on March 14, 1980, in Cimarron, Kan. Upon her and Keith’s 
retirement they became “Winter Texans” at River Bend Resort in 
Brownsville, Texas, later making that their permanent home for 23 years.

Mrs. Bell enjoyed playing mahjong, dominos, cards and was active 
in Ladies Golf League. She was very involved in community events at 
River Bend. One important event her friends from River Bend stated was 
at their annual Veterans Day celebration she lead the opening prayer. 
She had a very loving and spiritual caring heart, spreading that to many
 family and friends along her life’s journey.

Survivors include her sons; Kelly Ravenstien of Ark City, Kan., 
Scott (Gabe) Ravenstien of Great Bend, Kan., two step-daughters, Rhonda 
(Gary) Dobbs of Spring, Texas, Marisa (Doug) Deason of Tulsa, Okla., one
 step-son KB (Tammy) Bell of Great Bend, Kan.. Grandchildren; Justin 
Ward, Misty (Stephen) Ambrose, Michael (Rosa) Raventien, Zach Dettrick, 
Casey Dettrick and fiancé Brian Lundquist, Ryan (Nicole) Dobbs, Collin 
(Madison) Dobbs, Chelsea (Terry) Tansill, Suzanne (Mario) Montes, Alisha
 (Ryan) Markley, 16 great-children and 1 great great-grandchild on the 
way. A sister-in-law Judi Crockett, sister, Twila (Melvin) Birzer, 
brother Randy Crockett; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith, of 37 years, her
 parents, a brother Herman (Sonny) Crockett, and a step-daughter Monica 
Bell Reser.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A family burial will be at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be sent to the Monica Bell Reser 
Memorial Scholarship or a Human Society of Contributors choice, in care 
of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd, Great Bend, KS 67530.

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 </figure>Patricia “Pat” Lois Bell, 80, passed away on Oct. 26, 2022, in 
Conroe, Texas. Born June 25, 1942, in Borger, Texas, to Herman Delbert 
and Lois (King) Crockett. They moved back to Morton, Texas, where her 
father became Cochran County Sheriff. That is where Pat attended school 
until the 7th grade. In 1954 Herman took a job in the oil 
field and moved the family to Ellinwood, Kan.&nbsp; On Dec. 23, 1958, she 
married Larry Ravenstien, she joined him in Fort Campbell, Ky., where he
 was stationed in the Army. Upon Larry’s Army discharge in 1966, they 
moved to Derby, Kan., with their 2 sons. Later moving back to Ellinwood,
 where Pat worked for Farmer’s Mutual Ins. On Oct. 23, 1978, Larry and 
her divorced. Pat then moved to Great Bend, Kan., where she worked for 
the Barton County Sheriff Dept. and Great Bend Petroleum Club, where she
 met Keith Bell, an avid golfer. Many may remember her singing the 
jingle “He’s a Write in Vote” campaigning for Gene Marks as a write-in 
vote, running for sheriff of Barton County — he won. She married Keith 
Bell on March 14, 1980, in Cimarron, Kan. Upon her and Keith’s 
retirement they became “Winter Texans” at River Bend Resort in 
Brownsville, Texas, later making that their permanent home for 23 years.Mrs. Bell enjoyed playing mahjong, dominos, cards and was active 
in Ladies Golf League. She was very involved in community events at 
River Bend. One important event her friends from River Bend stated was 
at their annual Veterans Day celebration she lead the opening prayer. 
She had a very loving and spiritual caring heart, spreading that to many
 family and friends along her life’s journey.Survivors include her sons; Kelly Ravenstien of Ark City, Kan., 
Scott (Gabe) Ravenstien of Great Bend, Kan., two step-daughters, Rhonda 
(Gary) Dobbs of Spring, Texas, Marisa (Doug) Deason of Tulsa, Okla., one
 step-son KB (Tammy) Bell of Great Bend, Kan.. Grandchildren; Justin 
Ward, Misty (Stephen) Ambrose, Michael (Rosa) Raventien, Zach Dettrick, 
Casey Dettrick and fiancé Brian Lundquist, Ryan (Nicole) Dobbs, Collin 
(Madison) Dobbs, Chelsea (Terry) Tansill, Suzanne (Mario) Montes, Alisha
 (Ryan) Markley, 16 great-children and 1 great great-grandchild on the 
way. A sister-in-law Judi Crockett, sister, Twila (Melvin) Birzer, 
brother Randy Crockett; and a host of nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith, of 37 years, her
 parents, a brother Herman (Sonny) Crockett, and a step-daughter Monica 
Bell Reser.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A family burial will be at a later date.Memorial contributions can be sent to the Monica Bell Reser 
Memorial Scholarship or a Human Society of Contributors choice, in care 
of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd, Great Bend, KS 67530.

Thursday, January 23rd, 1936-Thursday, October 27th, 2022

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/donald-birzer/5057271/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Thursday, January 23rd, 1936-Thursday, October 27th, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/donald-birzer/5057271/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Donald Eugene Birzer

Billie Jo Breit, age 79, of Pfeifer, Kansas, left this earth and peacefully entered heaven’s gate on October 26, 2022. She was born on June 4, 1943, in Russell, Kansas, to Donald and Esther (Peterson) Sellens.

She graduated from Russell High School.&nbsp;She later met and fell in love with Peter D. Breit in May of 1960. They married in Russell, KS the following year, October 21, 1961. From this union they were blessed with 3 children, Darren, Brett and Amelia (Aimee).

Billie was a homemaker for many years before getting into the workforce. She was an incredible chef and baker.&nbsp; Family and holiday dinners were always delicious and hold many special memories. She made every family gathering special.

She was also an amazing seamstress.&nbsp;She could make something out of nothing.&nbsp; She loved to sew, making anything from clothes to quilts and bridal dresses. She always worked hard, no matter what she was doing.&nbsp; She always made sure that her family was taken care of.&nbsp; Not a day passed when we ever doubted the love she had for her family.

Billie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Brett and Babe Breit of Hays. Her daughter and son-in-law, Aimee and Roger Konrade of Gorham, Pete and Billie wished for grandchildren and were blessed with a grandson, Dayne Breit of Hays, who was their pride and joy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her first born, Darren Breit; brother, Bob Sellens; sister, Donita Seirer; and daughter-in-law, Deborah Rupp.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, October 31, 2022 at 10 AM at Holy Cross Catholic Church - Pfeifer, Kansas - Inurnment will follow the services in the parish cemetery.

Memorial Visitation will be Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 6 PM to 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, Kansas 67601 and from 9 AM to service time at the church on Monday.

Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp; The Humane Society of the High Plains in care of the Brock's~Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601

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

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 </figure>Billie Jo Breit, age 79, of Pfeifer, Kansas, left this earth and peacefully entered heaven’s gate on October 26, 2022. She was born on June 4, 1943, in Russell, Kansas, to Donald and Esther (Peterson) Sellens.She graduated from Russell High School.&nbsp;She later met and fell in love with Peter D. Breit in May of 1960. They married in Russell, KS the following year, October 21, 1961. From this union they were blessed with 3 children, Darren, Brett and Amelia (Aimee).Billie was a homemaker for many years before getting into the workforce. She was an incredible chef and baker.&nbsp; Family and holiday dinners were always delicious and hold many special memories. She made every family gathering special.She was also an amazing seamstress.&nbsp;She could make something out of nothing.&nbsp; She loved to sew, making anything from clothes to quilts and bridal dresses. She always worked hard, no matter what she was doing.&nbsp; She always made sure that her family was taken care of.&nbsp; Not a day passed when we ever doubted the love she had for her family.Billie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Brett and Babe Breit of Hays. Her daughter and son-in-law, Aimee and Roger Konrade of Gorham, Pete and Billie wished for grandchildren and were blessed with a grandson, Dayne Breit of Hays, who was their pride and joy.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her first born, Darren Breit; brother, Bob Sellens; sister, Donita Seirer; and daughter-in-law, Deborah Rupp.Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, October 31, 2022 at 10 AM at Holy Cross Catholic Church - Pfeifer, Kansas - Inurnment will follow the services in the parish cemetery.Memorial Visitation will be Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 6 PM to 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, Kansas 67601 and from 9 AM to service time at the church on Monday.Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp; The Humane Society of the High Plains in care of the Brock's~Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601 Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Billie Jo Breit

Ronald “Ron” Legleiter, age 77, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in Overland Park. Ron was born August 9, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, to Julius and Olivia (Befort) Legleiter. Ron was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Military Academy. On April 19, 1965, he married Helen (Gottschalk) Legleiter in Hays. She preceded him in death on August 31, 2015. Ron worked for UPS where he drove a semi for over 25 years.&nbsp; He also managed their short-term disability fund.&nbsp; He was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus, enjoyed mowing at the City of Overland Park golf course after retiring from UPS, golfing, spending time with his grandkids - and rarely missed any of their activities and sporting events, and he enjoyed listening to polka music. He was a US Army veteran serving during peacetime and he was a member of Ascension Catholic Church in Overland Park. Ron is survived by sons, Eric Legleiter and wife Becky of Piedmont, OK, Jamie Legleiter of Des Moines, IA, and Michael Legleiter, of Omaha, NE; and daughter, Jennifer Durham and husband Ben of Overland Park, KS; a sister, Firma Schmidt and husband Gary of Ft. Collins, CO; grandchildren, Zachary Legleiter and wife Lauren of Dallas, TX, Madison Demby of Piedmont, OK, Cameron Legleiter and wife Heather, Taylor Sula and husband Jhorel, Morgan Legleiter, Bailey Bechtel and husband Derek, Riley Legleiter all of Des Moines, IA, Breanna Legleiter, Jacob Legleiter both of Omaha NE, Brooklynn Durham, Easton Durham, Lukas Durham all of Overland Park, KS; great grandchildren, Brooks Demby, Elliot (Ellie) Demby both of Piedmont, OK, Kennedy Legleiter of Dallas, TX, Emmet Sula, Ellis Sula, and Lucy Legleiter all of Des Moines, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a brother, Dave Legleiter. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Wednesday 5 PM - 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM -9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined rosary and parish vigil will be at 7 PM on Wednesday at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Knights of Columbus. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Ronald “Ron” Legleiter, age 77, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in Overland Park. Ron was born August 9, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, to Julius and Olivia (Befort) Legleiter. Ron was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Military Academy. On April 19, 1965, he married Helen (Gottschalk) Legleiter in Hays. She preceded him in death on August 31, 2015. Ron worked for UPS where he drove a semi for over 25 years.&nbsp; He also managed their short-term disability fund.&nbsp; He was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus, enjoyed mowing at the City of Overland Park golf course after retiring from UPS, golfing, spending time with his grandkids - and rarely missed any of their activities and sporting events, and he enjoyed listening to polka music. He was a US Army veteran serving during peacetime and he was a member of Ascension Catholic Church in Overland Park. Ron is survived by sons, Eric Legleiter and wife Becky of Piedmont, OK, Jamie Legleiter of Des Moines, IA, and Michael Legleiter, of Omaha, NE; and daughter, Jennifer Durham and husband Ben of Overland Park, KS; a sister, Firma Schmidt and husband Gary of Ft. Collins, CO; grandchildren, Zachary Legleiter and wife Lauren of Dallas, TX, Madison Demby of Piedmont, OK, Cameron Legleiter and wife Heather, Taylor Sula and husband Jhorel, Morgan Legleiter, Bailey Bechtel and husband Derek, Riley Legleiter all of Des Moines, IA, Breanna Legleiter, Jacob Legleiter both of Omaha NE, Brooklynn Durham, Easton Durham, Lukas Durham all of Overland Park, KS; great grandchildren, Brooks Demby, Elliot (Ellie) Demby both of Piedmont, OK, Kennedy Legleiter of Dallas, TX, Emmet Sula, Ellis Sula, and Lucy Legleiter all of Des Moines, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a brother, Dave Legleiter. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Wednesday 5 PM - 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM -9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined rosary and parish vigil will be at 7 PM on Wednesday at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Knights of Columbus. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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