Marjorie
‘Marge’ Ann (Karlin) Weishaar, 87, resident of Colby, died peacefully at her
home with her family by her side on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025. She
was born August 2nd, 1938, in Hays, KS, the daughter of Joseph and
Mary (Schoendaller) Karlin. She attended grade school in Catherine, KS and high
school at Girls Catholic High School (now Thomas More Prep-Marian) in Hays
graduating in 1956. She married William ‘Bill’ Joseph Weishaar from Gem, KS on
August 22, 1959, in Catherine. They moved to Colby in 1959 where she resided
until her passing. She worked at St. Thomas Hospital in the Medical Records
department and then at the K-State Farm Management office doing income taxes
for local farmers until her retirement in 2003. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Marge
was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Queen Mary Circle.&nbsp;
She was also a member of the 'Wednesday Ladies Eat Out' and volunteered with
the Hospital Pink Ladies, Northwest Kansas RSVP and Prairie Museum of Art &amp;
History to name a few.&nbsp; She and Bill were active in the Golden Buckle
Square Dance Club of Colby and served as officers. She enjoyed traveling with
friends and family, sports of all types, cross-stitching and a variety of other
hobbies, but family was her number one priority for her entire life.&nbsp;
Marge was a private and thoughtful person whose life centered around her church
and her loved ones. Those who knew her will remember her for her kindness,
honesty and gentle spirit.

Marge
was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brothers Norman and Marvin
Karlin, sisters Mildred Schmeidler, Helen Preston Koester and Rita Befort and
grandson Michael Evans Weishaar. Survivors include three sons and their
families, Mark and Wendy (Frahm) Weishaar of Colby, KS, Gary and Beth (Wiseman)
Weishaar of Manhattan, KS, Dean and Stefanie (Knox) Weishaar of Lenexa, KS;
grandson Parker of Colby, KS, granddaughter Amanda Finney (BJ) of Manhattan,
KS, grandson Derrick of New York, NY, grandson Colby (Megan) of Denver, CO and
granddaughter Chloe of Lenexa, KS: great-grandchildren Zoey, Benjamin and
Bradley Finney of Manhattan, KS; sister Patricia Brungardt of Hays, KS and many
nieces &amp; nephews.&nbsp; 

Services
will be at 11:00 am on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church in Colby, with Father Brian Lager officiating. Graveside
services to follow. Visitation will be Sunday, October 26th from 3 –
5 pm at Baalmann Mortuary with vigil services at 5 pm. The family suggests
memorials to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Pioneer Memorial Library or the
Prairie Museum of Art and History sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box
391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761150914002.jpeg" alt="Marjorie ‘Marge’ Ann (Karlin) Weishaar" />
 <figcaption>Marjorie ‘Marge’ Ann (Karlin) Weishaar</figcaption>
 </figure>Marjorie
‘Marge’ Ann (Karlin) Weishaar, 87, resident of Colby, died peacefully at her
home with her family by her side on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025. She
was born August 2nd, 1938, in Hays, KS, the daughter of Joseph and
Mary (Schoendaller) Karlin. She attended grade school in Catherine, KS and high
school at Girls Catholic High School (now Thomas More Prep-Marian) in Hays
graduating in 1956. She married William ‘Bill’ Joseph Weishaar from Gem, KS on
August 22, 1959, in Catherine. They moved to Colby in 1959 where she resided
until her passing. She worked at St. Thomas Hospital in the Medical Records
department and then at the K-State Farm Management office doing income taxes
for local farmers until her retirement in 2003. &nbsp;&nbsp;Marge
was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Queen Mary Circle.&nbsp;
She was also a member of the 'Wednesday Ladies Eat Out' and volunteered with
the Hospital Pink Ladies, Northwest Kansas RSVP and Prairie Museum of Art &amp;
History to name a few.&nbsp; She and Bill were active in the Golden Buckle
Square Dance Club of Colby and served as officers. She enjoyed traveling with
friends and family, sports of all types, cross-stitching and a variety of other
hobbies, but family was her number one priority for her entire life.&nbsp;
Marge was a private and thoughtful person whose life centered around her church
and her loved ones. Those who knew her will remember her for her kindness,
honesty and gentle spirit.Marge
was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brothers Norman and Marvin
Karlin, sisters Mildred Schmeidler, Helen Preston Koester and Rita Befort and
grandson Michael Evans Weishaar. Survivors include three sons and their
families, Mark and Wendy (Frahm) Weishaar of Colby, KS, Gary and Beth (Wiseman)
Weishaar of Manhattan, KS, Dean and Stefanie (Knox) Weishaar of Lenexa, KS;
grandson Parker of Colby, KS, granddaughter Amanda Finney (BJ) of Manhattan,
KS, grandson Derrick of New York, NY, grandson Colby (Megan) of Denver, CO and
granddaughter Chloe of Lenexa, KS: great-grandchildren Zoey, Benjamin and
Bradley Finney of Manhattan, KS; sister Patricia Brungardt of Hays, KS and many
nieces &amp; nephews.&nbsp; Services
will be at 11:00 am on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church in Colby, with Father Brian Lager officiating. Graveside
services to follow. Visitation will be Sunday, October 26th from 3 –
5 pm at Baalmann Mortuary with vigil services at 5 pm. The family suggests
memorials to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Pioneer Memorial Library or the
Prairie Museum of Art and History sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box
391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

Marjorie ‘Marge’ Ann (Karlin) Weishaar

Garry H. Batt, 81, of rural
Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at his home with his
wife by his side.

Garry was born October 29, 1943
in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was one of three
children to Herman and Esther (Elsasser) Batt.&nbsp;
He grew up in northern Barton County and graduated from Hoisington High
School in 1961.&nbsp; He then attended and
graduated from the Missouri Auction School in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; He served his country in the US Army from
1962 to 1964 and saw active duty in Vietnam.&nbsp;
After his tour of duty, he returned to northern Barton County.

Garry met, fell in love, and was
united in marriage to Ellen Boxberger on October 23, 1965 in Milberger,
Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two
sons; Terry and Tom.&nbsp; They lived in
Milberger for a short time before moving out to the farm.

Garry was a Farmer and
Rancher.&nbsp; He also was owner and operator
of Garry Batt Real Estate Auction and worked with Don Krug with K&amp;B Auction
Service.&nbsp; He was very active in trap
shooting contests for many years.&nbsp; He was
an oil pumper for many years and did dirt work for H.S. Radke.&nbsp; He served on the Township Board for 35 years.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Trap
Association and the Kansas Trap Association and was a life member of the
Russell V.F.W. #6240.&nbsp; He loved playing
Polka with the Dutchmasters and the Polka Kings.&nbsp; In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking and
traveling around with Ellen.

Garry’s surviving family include
his wife of 59 years, Ellen of the home; son, Tom Batt (Sandy) of Russell,
Kansas; sister, Shirley Dewald of Russell, Kansas; two grandchildren,
Christopher Batt and Cody Batt; two step grandchildren, Craig Boos and Jakob
Boos; three great grandchildren, Sophia Batt, Hagen Batt, and Cheyenne Batt;
and step great grandchild, Claire Boos.

Garry was preceded in death by
his parents; son, Terry Batt; and sister, Arletta Batt.

Celebration of Garry’s Life will
be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, October 24, 2025 at St. John Lutheran Church of
Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the
Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation
will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, October 23, 2025 at
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, where the family will be present to greet
friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A
memorial has been established with the Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761150553966.jpeg" alt="Garry H. Batt" />
 <figcaption>Garry H. Batt</figcaption>
 </figure>Garry H. Batt, 81, of rural
Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at his home with his
wife by his side.Garry was born October 29, 1943
in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was one of three
children to Herman and Esther (Elsasser) Batt.&nbsp;
He grew up in northern Barton County and graduated from Hoisington High
School in 1961.&nbsp; He then attended and
graduated from the Missouri Auction School in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; He served his country in the US Army from
1962 to 1964 and saw active duty in Vietnam.&nbsp;
After his tour of duty, he returned to northern Barton County.Garry met, fell in love, and was
united in marriage to Ellen Boxberger on October 23, 1965 in Milberger,
Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two
sons; Terry and Tom.&nbsp; They lived in
Milberger for a short time before moving out to the farm.Garry was a Farmer and
Rancher.&nbsp; He also was owner and operator
of Garry Batt Real Estate Auction and worked with Don Krug with K&amp;B Auction
Service.&nbsp; He was very active in trap
shooting contests for many years.&nbsp; He was
an oil pumper for many years and did dirt work for H.S. Radke.&nbsp; He served on the Township Board for 35 years.&nbsp; He was a member of the American Trap
Association and the Kansas Trap Association and was a life member of the
Russell V.F.W. #6240.&nbsp; He loved playing
Polka with the Dutchmasters and the Polka Kings.&nbsp; In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking and
traveling around with Ellen.Garry’s surviving family include
his wife of 59 years, Ellen of the home; son, Tom Batt (Sandy) of Russell,
Kansas; sister, Shirley Dewald of Russell, Kansas; two grandchildren,
Christopher Batt and Cody Batt; two step grandchildren, Craig Boos and Jakob
Boos; three great grandchildren, Sophia Batt, Hagen Batt, and Cheyenne Batt;
and step great grandchild, Claire Boos.Garry was preceded in death by
his parents; son, Terry Batt; and sister, Arletta Batt.Celebration of Garry’s Life will
be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, October 24, 2025 at St. John Lutheran Church of
Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the
Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation
will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, October 23, 2025 at
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, where the family will be present to greet
friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A
memorial has been established with the Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Garry H. Batt

Minnie Lou Krannawitter, 93, former Hays, KS, resident, died
Monday, October 13, 2025, at Otterbein-Springboro Senior Life in Centerville,
OH. She was born January 6, 1932, in Selden, KS, to Oliver A. and Elsie I.
(Bosworth) Shrader. She married Wilfred W. Krannawitter in Hoxie, KS, on
October 28, 1950. He died in 1970.

Minnie grew up during the Great Depression and learned the
importance of hard work and frugality. She and her husband Wilfred farmed near
Hoxie for several years. When he became seriously ill and could no longer farm,
she had to take care of him and raise her sons by herself; they later moved to
Hays.

After Wilfred’s death, she worked as a ward clerk at St. Anthony
Hospital, as an assembler at the Travenol factory, as a cook at Thomas More
Prep high school, as a nurse assistant at the Good Samaritan Society nursing
home, and later at Hays Medical Center, where she obtained her Certified
Nursing Assistant training and license. Minnie will be remembered as a
kindhearted, generous, and dedicated daughter, sister, wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend.

She is survived by her two sons Michael J. Krannawitter (Maria
Sarratud) of Kettering, OH, and Jon W. Krannawitter (Kathleen Mar) of Garden
City, KS, as well as three grandchildren: Angela M. Krannawitter (Joshua
Weinstein) of Kettering, Josue E. Krannawitter (Addison Heptig) of Wichita, KS,
and Amy L. Krannawitter (Jaron Zamarripa) of Garden City. Minnie is also
survived by seven great-grandchildren: David A. Weinstein, Elizabeth M.
Weinstein, Marcus G. Krannawitter, William J. Krannawitter, Zaylyn N. Krannawitter,
Geddy Zamarripa, and Benmont Zamarripa. Also left to mourn her passing are her
sister Margaret Tripp, sister-in-law Marie Bjorklund Shrader (widow of James
Shrader), and many nieces and nephews.

Minnie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a
grandson David J. Krannawitter, and her siblings Al Shrader (Barbara Stegman),
Frances Pryor (William), Katherine McKinzie (Vergil), James Shrader, and Mabel
Wells (Wayne). She was also predeceased by all of Wilfred’s siblings and their
spouses.

Graveside services and inurnment will be at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday,
October 30, 2025, at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, KS

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761150145972.jpeg" alt="Minnie Lou Krannawitter" />
 <figcaption>Minnie Lou Krannawitter</figcaption>
 </figure>Minnie Lou Krannawitter, 93, former Hays, KS, resident, died
Monday, October 13, 2025, at Otterbein-Springboro Senior Life in Centerville,
OH. She was born January 6, 1932, in Selden, KS, to Oliver A. and Elsie I.
(Bosworth) Shrader. She married Wilfred W. Krannawitter in Hoxie, KS, on
October 28, 1950. He died in 1970.Minnie grew up during the Great Depression and learned the
importance of hard work and frugality. She and her husband Wilfred farmed near
Hoxie for several years. When he became seriously ill and could no longer farm,
she had to take care of him and raise her sons by herself; they later moved to
Hays.After Wilfred’s death, she worked as a ward clerk at St. Anthony
Hospital, as an assembler at the Travenol factory, as a cook at Thomas More
Prep high school, as a nurse assistant at the Good Samaritan Society nursing
home, and later at Hays Medical Center, where she obtained her Certified
Nursing Assistant training and license. Minnie will be remembered as a
kindhearted, generous, and dedicated daughter, sister, wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend.She is survived by her two sons Michael J. Krannawitter (Maria
Sarratud) of Kettering, OH, and Jon W. Krannawitter (Kathleen Mar) of Garden
City, KS, as well as three grandchildren: Angela M. Krannawitter (Joshua
Weinstein) of Kettering, Josue E. Krannawitter (Addison Heptig) of Wichita, KS,
and Amy L. Krannawitter (Jaron Zamarripa) of Garden City. Minnie is also
survived by seven great-grandchildren: David A. Weinstein, Elizabeth M.
Weinstein, Marcus G. Krannawitter, William J. Krannawitter, Zaylyn N. Krannawitter,
Geddy Zamarripa, and Benmont Zamarripa. Also left to mourn her passing are her
sister Margaret Tripp, sister-in-law Marie Bjorklund Shrader (widow of James
Shrader), and many nieces and nephews.Minnie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a
grandson David J. Krannawitter, and her siblings Al Shrader (Barbara Stegman),
Frances Pryor (William), Katherine McKinzie (Vergil), James Shrader, and Mabel
Wells (Wayne). She was also predeceased by all of Wilfred’s siblings and their
spouses.Graveside services and inurnment will be at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday,
October 30, 2025, at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, KS

Minnie Lou Krannawitter

On October 7, 2025,
Marilyn (Truan) Riedel went to heaven. Mom was a farm girl who grew up south of
Gorham, KS and married John M Riedel Jr a couple months after graduating from high
school. Dad was a farm boy from the next town over in Walker, KS. Their early
years were spent in Hays, KS until moving to Salina, KS in 1981. Mom was an
active member of the Salina community until moving to Overland Park, KS shortly
after dad's passing in 2001. We couldn't begin to put mom's beautiful life into
words so we ask those that knew mom to reminisce on happy memories spent with
her. 

A funeral Mass will be
held at St. Ann’s in Walker, KS on Friday, 14 November 2025 at 10:30am. Mass
will be followed by interment at St. Ann’s cemetery in Walker. Friends and
family are invited to lunch following the interment at the Walker school hall. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Marilyn is survived by her
three children - Amy Riedel of Overland Park, J.L. Riedel and his wife Jayme of
Salina, and Ann Ewy of Lenexa; four grandchildren - Jack, John, Makenzie, and
JJ; her brother Rick Truan of Gorham, KS and sister Jerilyn Esfeld of Great
Bend, KS. Marilyn was proceeded in death by her husband John and her sister
Jacquelyn Truan. 

Marilyn’s children would like
to&nbsp;thank everyone for their support and friendship through their loss.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761084643516.jpeg" alt="Marilyn (Truan) Riedel" />
 <figcaption>Marilyn (Truan) Riedel</figcaption>
 </figure>On October 7, 2025,
Marilyn (Truan) Riedel went to heaven. Mom was a farm girl who grew up south of
Gorham, KS and married John M Riedel Jr a couple months after graduating from high
school. Dad was a farm boy from the next town over in Walker, KS. Their early
years were spent in Hays, KS until moving to Salina, KS in 1981. Mom was an
active member of the Salina community until moving to Overland Park, KS shortly
after dad's passing in 2001. We couldn't begin to put mom's beautiful life into
words so we ask those that knew mom to reminisce on happy memories spent with
her. A funeral Mass will be
held at St. Ann’s in Walker, KS on Friday, 14 November 2025 at 10:30am. Mass
will be followed by interment at St. Ann’s cemetery in Walker. Friends and
family are invited to lunch following the interment at the Walker school hall. &nbsp;&nbsp;Marilyn is survived by her
three children - Amy Riedel of Overland Park, J.L. Riedel and his wife Jayme of
Salina, and Ann Ewy of Lenexa; four grandchildren - Jack, John, Makenzie, and
JJ; her brother Rick Truan of Gorham, KS and sister Jerilyn Esfeld of Great
Bend, KS. Marilyn was proceeded in death by her husband John and her sister
Jacquelyn Truan. Marilyn’s children would like
to&nbsp;thank everyone for their support and friendship through their loss.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Marilyn (Truan) Riedel

Darlene (Dinkel) Braun age 83, of
Victoria, Kansas, left to greet our Lord on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Hays
Medical Center, after a brief illness.&nbsp;She was born February 18, 1942, in
Hays, Kansas, to Andrew and Felicitas 'Flitz' (Hertel) Dinkel.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;

She was born the eldest to a twin sister, Marlene, and 11 years later they were
given the gift of their baby brother, Floyd.&nbsp; She attended St. Mary’s
Elementary School in Ellis, Kansas, and graduated from Ellis High School in the
class of 1960.&nbsp; After graduation, she moved to Hays and worked at St.
Anthony Hospital for two years and did some babysitting on the side for some
very dear friends.&nbsp; It was through them that she met and fell in love with
LaVern J. Braun of Victoria.&nbsp; They were married on May 4, 1963, at Ellis,
Kansas, and moved to Victoria to work and raise a family.&nbsp; He preceded her
in death on October 31, 2013.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 

This union blessed them with two ornery boys, Richard (Rick) and Terry.&nbsp;
Darlene worked at St. John‘s Rest Home for 23 years as a cook, housekeeper, and
as the office manager, where she met many wonderful staff, residents, and
family members who became lifelong friends.&nbsp; But Darlene felt she needed a
change, and in 1998, she opened the Hungry Haus Cafe in Victoria, where she
provided home-cooked German meals and desserts until closing in Dec. of
2000.&nbsp; She then went to work at&nbsp;Sunflower Bank in Victoria where she
worked as a teller until her retirement in May 2013.&nbsp; Darlene never knew a
stranger and always greeted everyone with a smile and a story of how they knew
each other.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

 Though she loved her work-family and friends, her true
love was her own family.&nbsp; She was lucky enough to celebrate 50 years of
marriage with LaVern, her best friend who always kept her on her toes.
Together, they raised those two ornery boys into two hard working men who
learned the value of prideful work and the willingness to jump in and help
others when needed. They moved to the farm in 1979 where the boys began
learning to live the life of the land by farming with their dad and
grandparents.

Rick married Janice (Zerr) in 1985, and they were blessed with a daughter,
Jenna, and son, Lane.&nbsp; Terry married Krista (Rathbun) in 1996, and they
were blessed with two boys, Jacy and Walker. Darlene loved spending time with
her grandchildren, and later, great-grandchildren, watching them in 4-H and
sporting activities throughout their careers.&nbsp;

Of course, her favorite sport was football, and she was a proud Victoria
Knights fan cheering in the stands for years.&nbsp; Even when she didn’t have
grandchildren playing, that did not stop her from watching or listening to all
the football games!&nbsp; Darlene was blessed with two great-grandsons, Gentry
and Braxton Dempewolf, and adored all their hugs and kisses, but especially
enjoyed sharing her Kindle with them for some fun Grammy screen-time. She was
also blessed with one great-granddaughter, Gracie, who loves to smile, wave,
and say, 'Hi Grammy!'&nbsp; &nbsp; 

She is survived by her sons, Rick Braun and wife,
Janice, Victoria, KS; Terry Braun and wife, Krista, Victoria, KS; her
grandchildren, Jenna Dempewolf (Andrew), Gorham, KS; Lane Braun (Arrica),
Victoria, KS;&nbsp; Walker Braun (Kayla), Victoria; KS; her great
grandchildren, Gentry and Braxton Dempewolf; and Gracie Braun; her
sisters-in-law, Pat Dinklel, WaKeeney, KS; Louise Robben, Victoria, KS; Rosie
Dinkel, Victoria, KS; Doris Robben, Victoria, KS; and numerous caring nieces
and nephews.

Darlene is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew J, and Felicitas Dinkel;
her loving husband LaVern; her grandson, Jacy Braun; her&nbsp;infant twin
brothers: her twin sister Marlene Dinkel and husband Leland; her brother Floyd
Dinkel.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will&nbsp; be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October
25, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas
with Celebrants, Father John Schmeidler and Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M.
Cap.&nbsp; Burial will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, Kansas
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to
10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. 
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

 A St. Boniface Christian Mothers rosary will be at
6:30 P.M. Friday, followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 P.M. Friday, both at The
Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.

Darlene’s faith was always very important to her, and she spent many hours a
day praying for family, friends, and people she never even met.&nbsp; Because
of her strong faith, the family suggests memorials made payable to St. Boniface
Catholic Church or Concerned Decendents of Vincent Cemetery Association or
Masses in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas
67671. 

Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a> or left by guest
book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761079395477.jpeg" alt="Darlene (Dinkel) Braun" />
 <figcaption>Darlene (Dinkel) Braun</figcaption>
 </figure>Darlene (Dinkel) Braun age 83, of
Victoria, Kansas, left to greet our Lord on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Hays
Medical Center, after a brief illness.&nbsp;She was born February 18, 1942, in
Hays, Kansas, to Andrew and Felicitas 'Flitz' (Hertel) Dinkel.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;She was born the eldest to a twin sister, Marlene, and 11 years later they were
given the gift of their baby brother, Floyd.&nbsp; She attended St. Mary’s
Elementary School in Ellis, Kansas, and graduated from Ellis High School in the
class of 1960.&nbsp; After graduation, she moved to Hays and worked at St.
Anthony Hospital for two years and did some babysitting on the side for some
very dear friends.&nbsp; It was through them that she met and fell in love with
LaVern J. Braun of Victoria.&nbsp; They were married on May 4, 1963, at Ellis,
Kansas, and moved to Victoria to work and raise a family.&nbsp; He preceded her
in death on October 31, 2013.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This union blessed them with two ornery boys, Richard (Rick) and Terry.&nbsp;
Darlene worked at St. John‘s Rest Home for 23 years as a cook, housekeeper, and
as the office manager, where she met many wonderful staff, residents, and
family members who became lifelong friends.&nbsp; But Darlene felt she needed a
change, and in 1998, she opened the Hungry Haus Cafe in Victoria, where she
provided home-cooked German meals and desserts until closing in Dec. of
2000.&nbsp; She then went to work at&nbsp;Sunflower Bank in Victoria where she
worked as a teller until her retirement in May 2013.&nbsp; Darlene never knew a
stranger and always greeted everyone with a smile and a story of how they knew
each other.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Though she loved her work-family and friends, her true
love was her own family.&nbsp; She was lucky enough to celebrate 50 years of
marriage with LaVern, her best friend who always kept her on her toes.
Together, they raised those two ornery boys into two hard working men who
learned the value of prideful work and the willingness to jump in and help
others when needed. They moved to the farm in 1979 where the boys began
learning to live the life of the land by farming with their dad and
grandparents.Rick married Janice (Zerr) in 1985, and they were blessed with a daughter,
Jenna, and son, Lane.&nbsp; Terry married Krista (Rathbun) in 1996, and they
were blessed with two boys, Jacy and Walker. Darlene loved spending time with
her grandchildren, and later, great-grandchildren, watching them in 4-H and
sporting activities throughout their careers.&nbsp;Of course, her favorite sport was football, and she was a proud Victoria
Knights fan cheering in the stands for years.&nbsp; Even when she didn’t have
grandchildren playing, that did not stop her from watching or listening to all
the football games!&nbsp; Darlene was blessed with two great-grandsons, Gentry
and Braxton Dempewolf, and adored all their hugs and kisses, but especially
enjoyed sharing her Kindle with them for some fun Grammy screen-time. She was
also blessed with one great-granddaughter, Gracie, who loves to smile, wave,
and say, 'Hi Grammy!'&nbsp; &nbsp; She is survived by her sons, Rick Braun and wife,
Janice, Victoria, KS; Terry Braun and wife, Krista, Victoria, KS; her
grandchildren, Jenna Dempewolf (Andrew), Gorham, KS; Lane Braun (Arrica),
Victoria, KS;&nbsp; Walker Braun (Kayla), Victoria; KS; her great
grandchildren, Gentry and Braxton Dempewolf; and Gracie Braun; her
sisters-in-law, Pat Dinklel, WaKeeney, KS; Louise Robben, Victoria, KS; Rosie
Dinkel, Victoria, KS; Doris Robben, Victoria, KS; and numerous caring nieces
and nephews.Darlene is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew J, and Felicitas Dinkel;
her loving husband LaVern; her grandson, Jacy Braun; her&nbsp;infant twin
brothers: her twin sister Marlene Dinkel and husband Leland; her brother Floyd
Dinkel.&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will&nbsp; be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October
25, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas
with Celebrants, Father John Schmeidler and Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M.
Cap.&nbsp; Burial will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, Kansas
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to
10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. 
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A St. Boniface Christian Mothers rosary will be at
6:30 P.M. Friday, followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 P.M. Friday, both at The
Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.Darlene’s faith was always very important to her, and she spent many hours a
day praying for family, friends, and people she never even met.&nbsp; Because
of her strong faith, the family suggests memorials made payable to St. Boniface
Catholic Church or Concerned Decendents of Vincent Cemetery Association or
Masses in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas
67671. Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a> or left by guest
book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Darlene (Dinkel) Braun

Ruth S. Kirtland, 89, Hays passed
away Monday, October 20, 2025 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

She was born May 15, 1936, the
daughter of John O. and Virginia B. (Oldham) Kirtland at Hadley Hospital in
Hays. &nbsp;She was among the first premature
babies to thrive in an “incubator” newly available to hospitals. 

To family and friends, Ruth’s
extraordinary sense of adventure and love of life brought many experiences at
home, and especially in her career as a teacher of elementary aged
students&nbsp;overseas&nbsp;on U.S. Air Force bases.&nbsp;&nbsp;After schooling
at Hays High School, Fort Hays State,&nbsp;and Kansas State University, she
began her teaching career in Casper, Wyoming.&nbsp;&nbsp;There she learned of
the program for teachers to work and live abroad on&nbsp;U. S.
Air&nbsp;Force&nbsp;bases.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1963, she took at position in
Adana,&nbsp;Turkey&nbsp;at Incirlik.&nbsp; The
following two years she taught in England at Alconbury.&nbsp; Her next assignment to Tripoli, Libya in
1966-67 was interrupted by the evacuation of Wheeler Air Force Base due to
the&nbsp;military coup&nbsp;by&nbsp;Muammar Gaddafi.&nbsp; With her personal items packed into one or
two trunks, she flew safely to Madrid, Spain where she taught from
1967-1969.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her trunks were lost then were spotted in a storage room,
and she was&nbsp;ultimately reunited&nbsp;with her belongings. &nbsp;Following her tenure in Spain, where
she&nbsp;purchased&nbsp;an antique Rolls Royce which she painted black and
yellow, she ended her teaching career in Upper Heyford and Bicester England
(1969-1989). &nbsp;This twenty-year life of
teaching in England made her a solid anglophile who&nbsp;later&nbsp;followed
The Royals in American news reports.&nbsp; In England, she owned her own home
and cultivated a proper English garden. At home in Hays, from 1990 on, she gave
her&nbsp;life to caring for her elderly mother with the support of a Hays
contingent of family members.&nbsp;

Those who knew Ruth loved her
sense of humor, her love and generosity, and her&nbsp;tremendous affection for
animals of every kind – feline, canine and even a parrot.&nbsp;&nbsp;

During the war years, Ruth was a
teenager.&nbsp; She was the baby of three
sisters, Joan and Marilyn.&nbsp; In the yard
south of the home on south Main Street grew a mighty Hackberry tree which
supported a swing.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ruth would climb the&nbsp;tree and&nbsp;never
missed an opportunity to whistle at the soldiers walking on the sidewalk, while
one of her sisters innocently swung in the tree.&nbsp; This joyful trickery was not necessarily
appreciated by her sisters.&nbsp;

Many videos of family and friends
chronicle her life, and one might see her atop a camel with Egyptian pyramids
in the backdrop, or in a family favorite – her photo with her mother dangling
in the air above the ski slope in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She is survived by her
sister Joan Kirtland McAfee of Kansas City, Kansas, her nieces Melinda McAfee
and Wanda Osborn (John), her nephews Brian Doerfler (Deanna) and Doug Doerfler
(Debbie), and many great nieces and nephews.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, her
sister Marilyn Doerfler, her brothers-in-law Alex Doerfler and Troy McAfee, and
two nephews John Doerfler and Carl McAfee. 

Funeral services are pending and will be announced by Hays
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Private
family inurnment will be in Mount Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
American Overseas Schools Historical Society (AOSHS) Operating Fund, 704 W.
Douglas Ave. Wichita, KS 67203.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Ruth may be left for her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761070189121.jpeg" alt="Ruth S. Kirtland" />
 <figcaption>Ruth S. Kirtland</figcaption>
 </figure>Ruth S. Kirtland, 89, Hays passed
away Monday, October 20, 2025 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.She was born May 15, 1936, the
daughter of John O. and Virginia B. (Oldham) Kirtland at Hadley Hospital in
Hays. &nbsp;She was among the first premature
babies to thrive in an “incubator” newly available to hospitals. To family and friends, Ruth’s
extraordinary sense of adventure and love of life brought many experiences at
home, and especially in her career as a teacher of elementary aged
students&nbsp;overseas&nbsp;on U.S. Air Force bases.&nbsp;&nbsp;After schooling
at Hays High School, Fort Hays State,&nbsp;and Kansas State University, she
began her teaching career in Casper, Wyoming.&nbsp;&nbsp;There she learned of
the program for teachers to work and live abroad on&nbsp;U. S.
Air&nbsp;Force&nbsp;bases.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1963, she took at position in
Adana,&nbsp;Turkey&nbsp;at Incirlik.&nbsp; The
following two years she taught in England at Alconbury.&nbsp; Her next assignment to Tripoli, Libya in
1966-67 was interrupted by the evacuation of Wheeler Air Force Base due to
the&nbsp;military coup&nbsp;by&nbsp;Muammar Gaddafi.&nbsp; With her personal items packed into one or
two trunks, she flew safely to Madrid, Spain where she taught from
1967-1969.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her trunks were lost then were spotted in a storage room,
and she was&nbsp;ultimately reunited&nbsp;with her belongings. &nbsp;Following her tenure in Spain, where
she&nbsp;purchased&nbsp;an antique Rolls Royce which she painted black and
yellow, she ended her teaching career in Upper Heyford and Bicester England
(1969-1989). &nbsp;This twenty-year life of
teaching in England made her a solid anglophile who&nbsp;later&nbsp;followed
The Royals in American news reports.&nbsp; In England, she owned her own home
and cultivated a proper English garden. At home in Hays, from 1990 on, she gave
her&nbsp;life to caring for her elderly mother with the support of a Hays
contingent of family members.&nbsp;Those who knew Ruth loved her
sense of humor, her love and generosity, and her&nbsp;tremendous affection for
animals of every kind – feline, canine and even a parrot.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the war years, Ruth was a
teenager.&nbsp; She was the baby of three
sisters, Joan and Marilyn.&nbsp; In the yard
south of the home on south Main Street grew a mighty Hackberry tree which
supported a swing.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ruth would climb the&nbsp;tree and&nbsp;never
missed an opportunity to whistle at the soldiers walking on the sidewalk, while
one of her sisters innocently swung in the tree.&nbsp; This joyful trickery was not necessarily
appreciated by her sisters.&nbsp;Many videos of family and friends
chronicle her life, and one might see her atop a camel with Egyptian pyramids
in the backdrop, or in a family favorite – her photo with her mother dangling
in the air above the ski slope in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her
sister Joan Kirtland McAfee of Kansas City, Kansas, her nieces Melinda McAfee
and Wanda Osborn (John), her nephews Brian Doerfler (Deanna) and Doug Doerfler
(Debbie), and many great nieces and nephews.She was proceeded in death by her parents, her
sister Marilyn Doerfler, her brothers-in-law Alex Doerfler and Troy McAfee, and
two nephews John Doerfler and Carl McAfee. Funeral services are pending and will be announced by Hays
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Private
family inurnment will be in Mount Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
American Overseas Schools Historical Society (AOSHS) Operating Fund, 704 W.
Douglas Ave. Wichita, KS 67203.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Ruth may be left for her family at
www.haysmemorial.com

Ruth S. Kirtland

John
Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer, 85, of Oakley, died Friday, October 17, 2025.

Jack
was born July 9, 1940, in Oakley, the son of Tony and Armella (Schwebach)
Ostmeyer. Jack was a proud Oakley Plainsman graduating with the class of 1958.

Jack
married Billie Munk in 1960. Together they had three sons, Jeff, Pat, and Todd.
After Billi's passing in 1967 when the boys were 3, 4, and 6, he married Ann
(Mannebach-Ryan) in 1969 to which two children, Lisa and Rex were born.

Farm
related occupations were his life choice having careers in IHC parts and
service, hay grinding, Moormans feed sales, and farming the land.

Throughout
his life Jack was active in his Catholic faith. He was a member of the Knights
of Columbus 3rd and 4th Degrees, as well as the Loyal Order of Elks, holding
offices in each organization. Sports were also a big part of his life, playing
many holes of golf, and watching countless Wildcat, Chiefs, and Royals games.
Later in life he enjoyed reading and was an avid collector of anything John
Wayne.

Survivors include his wife Ann; children,
Jeff (Karen), Pat, Todd (Ann), Lisa (Tim) Zenger, and Rex (Paula); thirteen
grandchildren, Brandon (Roxanne), Kayla (Brandon) Potts, Nicholas, Jacob
(Madeline), Brittany (Austin) Feyh, Keegan (Shawnna) Dick, Amber Dick, April
(Travis) Vonfeldt, Jackilyn (Jeffrey) (Zenger) Blundon, Scuyler Zenger, Shailyn
Zenger, Emily, and Natalie; ten great-grandchildren, Avalyn, Emmett, Rowan,
Keeleigh (Brenden) Steinert, Grayson, Parker, Jordan, Remington, and one
great-great grandchild Briggs, as well as his five siblings Stan, Joyce, Lynn,
Dixie, and Rick.

Preceding
him in death were his wife Billie, his parents, and his parents-in-law from
each marriage.

Visitation
is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at
Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m.
on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Oakley with
Fr. Jesse Ochs officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Oakley.
Memorials may be made to the Oakley Public Library, St. Joseph’s Catholic
Cemetery, or the Sheridan County Amusement Association and sent in care of
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences
visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761060053842.jpeg" alt="John Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer" />
 <figcaption>John Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer</figcaption>
 </figure>John
Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer, 85, of Oakley, died Friday, October 17, 2025.Jack
was born July 9, 1940, in Oakley, the son of Tony and Armella (Schwebach)
Ostmeyer. Jack was a proud Oakley Plainsman graduating with the class of 1958.Jack
married Billie Munk in 1960. Together they had three sons, Jeff, Pat, and Todd.
After Billi's passing in 1967 when the boys were 3, 4, and 6, he married Ann
(Mannebach-Ryan) in 1969 to which two children, Lisa and Rex were born.Farm
related occupations were his life choice having careers in IHC parts and
service, hay grinding, Moormans feed sales, and farming the land.Throughout
his life Jack was active in his Catholic faith. He was a member of the Knights
of Columbus 3rd and 4th Degrees, as well as the Loyal Order of Elks, holding
offices in each organization. Sports were also a big part of his life, playing
many holes of golf, and watching countless Wildcat, Chiefs, and Royals games.
Later in life he enjoyed reading and was an avid collector of anything John
Wayne.Survivors include his wife Ann; children,
Jeff (Karen), Pat, Todd (Ann), Lisa (Tim) Zenger, and Rex (Paula); thirteen
grandchildren, Brandon (Roxanne), Kayla (Brandon) Potts, Nicholas, Jacob
(Madeline), Brittany (Austin) Feyh, Keegan (Shawnna) Dick, Amber Dick, April
(Travis) Vonfeldt, Jackilyn (Jeffrey) (Zenger) Blundon, Scuyler Zenger, Shailyn
Zenger, Emily, and Natalie; ten great-grandchildren, Avalyn, Emmett, Rowan,
Keeleigh (Brenden) Steinert, Grayson, Parker, Jordan, Remington, and one
great-great grandchild Briggs, as well as his five siblings Stan, Joyce, Lynn,
Dixie, and Rick.Preceding
him in death were his wife Billie, his parents, and his parents-in-law from
each marriage.Visitation
is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at
Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m.
on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Oakley with
Fr. Jesse Ochs officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Oakley.
Memorials may be made to the Oakley Public Library, St. Joseph’s Catholic
Cemetery, or the Sheridan County Amusement Association and sent in care of
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences
visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

John Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer

AnnaBell married Bernard Herman Ostmeyer on October 28, 1947. Eight children were born to Ben and AnnaBell:  Timothy Bernard Ostmeyer (deceased); Carol Ann Cooper of Hoxie, Kansas; Deborah Dea Ochs (Daniel) of Grainfield, Kansas; Margaret Marie Pope (Wally) of Skiatook, Oklahoma; Angela Mary Pope (Jon) of Manhattan, Kansas; Catherine Jane White (Harry) of Monument, Colorado; Charles James Ostmeyer (Cindy) of Milford, Kansas; and Jessica Jo Ostmeyer of Hill City, Kansas.  AnnaBell was a Grandmother to 22, Great-Grandmother to 54, and Great-Great-Grandmother to 10.

For over 50 years, AnnaBell nurtured children with love, patience, and compassion. She was a guide and mentor to countless families in Hoxie. AnnaBell’s home was more than a daycare, it was a safe haven where laughter echoed, tiny hands held, skinned knees kissed, and young hearts and minds shaped. AnnaBell had a gift for making her daycare parents and children feel seen and cherished and her impact will live on through the many lives she touched. Parents trusted AnnaBell for the genuine care and connection she shared with them and their children.

When her day at the daycare ended, AnnaBell shared her great musical talent. She found joy as an organist at church and as a piano teacher to many children and their children in later years.

AnnaBell is preceded in death by her husband, Ben; son, Tim; son-in-law, Gregg Cooper; and grandsons-in-law, Adam Creamer and George Modricin, as well as her father and mother; brothers, Bill, Charlie, Francis, Jim, and Bobby, and sisters, Bea and Rose Marie.

Left surviving AnnaBell are her children and their families, Carol, Deb, Marge, Angie, Cathy, Charlie, and Jessica, and her brother, Denny Beckman, of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Mass of Christian Burial iwill be held Saturday, October 18, 2025, 10:30 AM, St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, Kansas with burial in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery.  The Visitation will be Thursday, October 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 Pm at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas.  Family will receive friends from 5:30 PM untio 7:00 PM.  Vigil and Service will immediately follow the visitation at 7:00 at the funeral home.  Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery, Sheridan County Benefit wilk or of donor’s choice.  Memorials may be sent to the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.

AnnaBell’s smile, soft touch, and warm heart will be missed by her family and the many people lucky enough to have known her. It was heard numerous times in her last days how her touch to a cheek, a wink, and her radiant smile will be very missed by all those around her.

We held her hands while we prayed, asking Jesus to take her home.  We caressed her soft skin.  We realized how her hands had served her well throughout the years.  Though wrinkled, shriveled, and weak, her hands had been tools used to reach out and embrace life. Words written by AnnaBell on April 23, 2012

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760647457873.jpeg" alt="AnnaBell Mae (Beckman) Ostmeyer" />
 <figcaption>AnnaBell Mae (Beckman) Ostmeyer</figcaption>
 </figure>AnnaBell married Bernard Herman Ostmeyer on October 28, 1947. Eight children were born to Ben and AnnaBell: Timothy Bernard Ostmeyer (deceased); Carol Ann Cooper of Hoxie, Kansas; Deborah Dea Ochs (Daniel) of Grainfield, Kansas; Margaret Marie Pope (Wally) of Skiatook, Oklahoma; Angela Mary Pope (Jon) of Manhattan, Kansas; Catherine Jane White (Harry) of Monument, Colorado; Charles James Ostmeyer (Cindy) of Milford, Kansas; and Jessica Jo Ostmeyer of Hill City, Kansas. AnnaBell was a Grandmother to 22, Great-Grandmother to 54, and Great-Great-Grandmother to 10.For over 50 years, AnnaBell nurtured children with love, patience, and compassion. She was a guide and mentor to countless families in Hoxie. AnnaBell’s home was more than a daycare, it was a safe haven where laughter echoed, tiny hands held, skinned knees kissed, and young hearts and minds shaped. AnnaBell had a gift for making her daycare parents and children feel seen and cherished and her impact will live on through the many lives she touched. Parents trusted AnnaBell for the genuine care and connection she shared with them and their children.When her day at the daycare ended, AnnaBell shared her great musical talent. She found joy as an organist at church and as a piano teacher to many children and their children in later years.AnnaBell is preceded in death by her husband, Ben; son, Tim; son-in-law, Gregg Cooper; and grandsons-in-law, Adam Creamer and George Modricin, as well as her father and mother; brothers, Bill, Charlie, Francis, Jim, and Bobby, and sisters, Bea and Rose Marie.Left surviving AnnaBell are her children and their families, Carol, Deb, Marge, Angie, Cathy, Charlie, and Jessica, and her brother, Denny Beckman, of Colorado Springs, Colorado.Mass of Christian Burial iwill be held Saturday, October 18, 2025, 10:30 AM, St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, Kansas with burial in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. The Visitation will be Thursday, October 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 Pm at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas. Family will receive friends from 5:30 PM untio 7:00 PM. Vigil and Service will immediately follow the visitation at 7:00 at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery, Sheridan County Benefit wilk or of donor’s choice. Memorials may be sent to the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.AnnaBell’s smile, soft touch, and warm heart will be missed by her family and the many people lucky enough to have known her. It was heard numerous times in her last days how her touch to a cheek, a wink, and her radiant smile will be very missed by all those around her.We held her hands while we prayed, asking Jesus to take her home. We caressed her soft skin. We realized how her hands had served her well throughout the years. Though wrinkled, shriveled, and weak, her hands had been tools used to reach out and embrace life. Words written by AnnaBell on April 23, 2012

AnnaBell Mae (Beckman) Ostmeyer

Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm, 62, of La Crosse, Kansas, passed away October 15, 2025 in La Crosse. She was born on May 16, 1963, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Ronald and Diane Wilhelm. 

She was the proud owner of Grasshoppers Vapes in Hays, Kansas, and previously operated CW Transportation, where she worked as both owner and driver. Her entrepreneurial spirit and hard-working nature were matched only by her adventurous outlook on life. 

Cindy shared 25 wonderful years of marriage with her wife, Theresa Herlocker. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and companionship, always supporting one another through every adventure and challenge. 

Those who knew Cindy will remember her deep love for animals and the many pets she cared for throughout her life. She also took great pride in the beautiful plants she grew, nurturing them with the same care and attention she gave to those around her. Her kind heart, outgoing personality, and lasting friendships will be remembered by all who knew her. 

She is survived by her wife, Theresa Herlocker; her mother, Diane Wilhelm; her sister, Coleen Wilhelm; her niece, Billi Sue; and her nephews, Tyler, Craig, Jason, Aaron, and Blake. Cindy was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Wilhelm, and her sister, Christy Keenan. 

No services are planned at this time. Memorials are not requested. 

Arrangements entrusted to Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760641865239.jpeg" alt="Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm" />
 <figcaption>Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm</figcaption>
 </figure>Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm, 62, of La Crosse, Kansas, passed away October 15, 2025 in La Crosse. She was born on May 16, 1963, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Ronald and Diane Wilhelm. She was the proud owner of Grasshoppers Vapes in Hays, Kansas, and previously operated CW Transportation, where she worked as both owner and driver. Her entrepreneurial spirit and hard-working nature were matched only by her adventurous outlook on life. Cindy shared 25 wonderful years of marriage with her wife, Theresa Herlocker. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and companionship, always supporting one another through every adventure and challenge. Those who knew Cindy will remember her deep love for animals and the many pets she cared for throughout her life. She also took great pride in the beautiful plants she grew, nurturing them with the same care and attention she gave to those around her. Her kind heart, outgoing personality, and lasting friendships will be remembered by all who knew her. She is survived by her wife, Theresa Herlocker; her mother, Diane Wilhelm; her sister, Coleen Wilhelm; her niece, Billi Sue; and her nephews, Tyler, Craig, Jason, Aaron, and Blake. Cindy was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Wilhelm, and her sister, Christy Keenan. No services are planned at this time. Memorials are not requested. Arrangements entrusted to Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.

Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm

Andrew James ‘Andy” Kieffer, age 50, of Hays, Kansas Hays
passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, after a long battle with
cancer. 

He was born July 19, 1975, at Hutchinson, Kansas to James Stephen Kieffer and
Joan Margaret (Tieking). &nbsp;

He was a devoted husband, loving father, son, nephew, uncle, and brother. He
was married to his high school sweetheart, and the love of his life, Michele
(Kippes) for 18 years. They were married on September 2, 2007, at Boulder, Colorado.
Together they raised their beautiful daughters, Avery (14) and Macie (6). He
was a constant source of strength for his family.

Before Andy turned two, the family moved to Colorado, but returned to Kansas in
1982. Hays was home for Andy from that point on. He graduated from TMP-Marian
High School in 1993. After graduation, he began his 31 year career with S &amp;
W Supply where he made lifelong friendships with his coworkers and customers.
They stood by Andy and his family during the toughest days.

Andy will be remembered for his loyalty to his family, friends, the KC Chiefs,
KU Jayhawks and KC Royals. He took great pride in everything he did. He was an
expert handyman, a talented artist, a self-taught guitarist, an accomplished
cook, an excellent mechanic, a beer enthusiast, and a well-known prankster. He
found joy in working on his Nova wagon, but most enjoyed spending time with his
family. He dabbled in photography, which left us with snapshots of his family
that we will always treasure. He was a devoted husband, loving father, son,
nephew, uncle and brother. 

Andy is survived by his wife, Michele; his children, Avery and Macie; all of
the home; his mother, Joan and step father, Larry Perkins, Hays, KS; his
stepmother, Dixie Kieffer, Rancho Murietta, CA; his mother-in-law, &nbsp;Margaret
Kippes, Hays, KS; his brothers, Brad Kieffer and wife, Sandra, Bella Vista, AR;
Eric Kieffer and wife, Janya, Dallas, TX; Todd Kieffer and wife, Christina,
Kansas City, MO; his sister, Lynette Mullinax and husband, Mike, Silver Lake,
KS; his step sisters, Celeste Clelland and husband, Chris, Lees Summit, MO;
Marianne Nelson and husband Greg, Rawlins, WY; his brothers-in-law, Kurt Kippes
and wife, Kellie, Fenton, MI; John Kippes and wife, Mariel, Colorado Springs,
CO; his sisters-in-law, Janelle Limon and husband, Richard, Colorado Springs,
CO; Renee Downey and husband, Brian, Jetmore, KS; and numerous aunts, uncles,
cousins, nieces, nephews.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October
20, 2025, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with Joe Popelka
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery,
Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to
10:00 A.M. Monday, at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: Children’s
Mercy Heart Center Research; the Cancer Council of Ellis County; or to Michele
Kieffer {the Andy Kieffer family} in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of
Hays,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/1919+East+22?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">1919 East 22</a>nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Condolences can be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760484553676.jpeg" alt="Andrew James ‘Andy' Kieffer" />
 <figcaption>Andrew James ‘Andy' Kieffer</figcaption>
 </figure>Andrew James ‘Andy” Kieffer, age 50, of Hays, Kansas Hays
passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, after a long battle with
cancer. He was born July 19, 1975, at Hutchinson, Kansas to James Stephen Kieffer and
Joan Margaret (Tieking). &nbsp;He was a devoted husband, loving father, son, nephew, uncle, and brother. He
was married to his high school sweetheart, and the love of his life, Michele
(Kippes) for 18 years. They were married on September 2, 2007, at Boulder, Colorado.
Together they raised their beautiful daughters, Avery (14) and Macie (6). He
was a constant source of strength for his family.Before Andy turned two, the family moved to Colorado, but returned to Kansas in
1982. Hays was home for Andy from that point on. He graduated from TMP-Marian
High School in 1993. After graduation, he began his 31 year career with S &amp;
W Supply where he made lifelong friendships with his coworkers and customers.
They stood by Andy and his family during the toughest days.Andy will be remembered for his loyalty to his family, friends, the KC Chiefs,
KU Jayhawks and KC Royals. He took great pride in everything he did. He was an
expert handyman, a talented artist, a self-taught guitarist, an accomplished
cook, an excellent mechanic, a beer enthusiast, and a well-known prankster. He
found joy in working on his Nova wagon, but most enjoyed spending time with his
family. He dabbled in photography, which left us with snapshots of his family
that we will always treasure. He was a devoted husband, loving father, son,
nephew, uncle and brother. Andy is survived by his wife, Michele; his children, Avery and Macie; all of
the home; his mother, Joan and step father, Larry Perkins, Hays, KS; his
stepmother, Dixie Kieffer, Rancho Murietta, CA; his mother-in-law, &nbsp;Margaret
Kippes, Hays, KS; his brothers, Brad Kieffer and wife, Sandra, Bella Vista, AR;
Eric Kieffer and wife, Janya, Dallas, TX; Todd Kieffer and wife, Christina,
Kansas City, MO; his sister, Lynette Mullinax and husband, Mike, Silver Lake,
KS; his step sisters, Celeste Clelland and husband, Chris, Lees Summit, MO;
Marianne Nelson and husband Greg, Rawlins, WY; his brothers-in-law, Kurt Kippes
and wife, Kellie, Fenton, MI; John Kippes and wife, Mariel, Colorado Springs,
CO; his sisters-in-law, Janelle Limon and husband, Richard, Colorado Springs,
CO; Renee Downey and husband, Brian, Jetmore, KS; and numerous aunts, uncles,
cousins, nieces, nephews.A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October
20, 2025, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with Joe Popelka
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery,
Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to
10:00 A.M. Monday, at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: Children’s
Mercy Heart Center Research; the Cancer Council of Ellis County; or to Michele
Kieffer {the Andy Kieffer family} in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of
Hays,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/1919+East+22?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">1919 East 22</a>nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Andrew James ‘Andy' Kieffer

Wesley Owen Duvall, 71, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 09, 2025, at the Wilson Care and Rehab Center in Wilson, Kansas.

Wesley was born on November 08, 1953, in Odessa, Texas, the son of Duane A. and Wanda L. (McLaughlin) Duvall. He grew up in Luray, Kansas, and graduated from Luray High School. He worked as a contract mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, The Bear House and for DSNWK. Even though he was never married he was very close to his extended family, especially his niece and nephews, and enjoyed getting out with his guardian Melodie. Before his health declined, Wesley liked to hunt and fish. Later in life he liked to sit in his chair rocking and listening to the radio and drinking his diet Mountain Dew

Surviving family includes his nephews Cary Duvall, Joshua Duvall (Mary Frances), niece Amy Duvall all of Concordia, Kansas, along with great nieces and nephews and his guardian Melodie Anschutz of Russell, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Phillip Duvall and nephew Christopher L. Duvall.

Cremation was selected by the family.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760549670440.jpeg" alt="Wesley Owen Duval" />
 <figcaption>Wesley Owen Duval</figcaption>
 </figure>Wesley Owen Duvall, 71, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 09, 2025, at the Wilson Care and Rehab Center in Wilson, Kansas.Wesley was born on November 08, 1953, in Odessa, Texas, the son of Duane A. and Wanda L. (McLaughlin) Duvall. He grew up in Luray, Kansas, and graduated from Luray High School. He worked as a contract mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, The Bear House and for DSNWK. Even though he was never married he was very close to his extended family, especially his niece and nephews, and enjoyed getting out with his guardian Melodie. Before his health declined, Wesley liked to hunt and fish. Later in life he liked to sit in his chair rocking and listening to the radio and drinking his diet Mountain DewSurviving family includes his nephews Cary Duvall, Joshua Duvall (Mary Frances), niece Amy Duvall all of Concordia, Kansas, along with great nieces and nephews and his guardian Melodie Anschutz of Russell, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Phillip Duvall and nephew Christopher L. Duvall.Cremation was selected by the family.&nbsp;

Wesley Owen Duval

Alan
Louis Gottschalk, 78, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, October 11,
2025, at Hays Medical Center. He was born March 18, 1947, in Denver, Colorado,
to Albert Elmer and Cora Louise (Meier) Gottschalk.




Alan was a 1965 graduate of St. Joseph’s Military Academy. In high school, he
played baseball for the Hays American Legion, he played the saxophone for the
Cadet Concert Band, and he was also a member of the Sportsmen, the school pep
band. Shortly after graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army,
where he trained as a medic in San Antonio, TX, and was briefly stationed at
Ft. Hood, TX. He bravely served with the 196th Light Infantry Brigade in
Vietnam, where he was wounded in May 1968. His distinguished service was
recognized with both the Purple Heart and the Combat Medical Badge — an honor
awarded only to medics who perform their duties in combat under enemy fire.




Following his honorable discharge and retirement from the Army, Alan earned his
bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Fort Hays State University
and began a long and successful career with Philip Morris as a sales
representative for western Kansas, retiring in 2005.




A proud and devoted veteran, Alan was deeply committed to the Hays VFW Post
9076. He was the Post Commander from 1973 to 1974. His dedication to honoring
veterans was evident each Memorial Day as he helped place American flags on the
graves of veterans at St Joseph’s Cemetery. He was instrumental in launching
the popular Stars and Stripes Breakfasts in Hays, serving the community while
raising funds for various local causes. Alan was one of the original and
remaining members of the VFW Honor Guard funeral detail, where he played the
bugle and called orders at military funerals across western Kansas.

 


Alan was also an avid golfer—proudly achieving a hole-in-one—and enjoyed
cheering for K-State football, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Kansas City
Royals.&nbsp; He cherished his long-lasting friendships, going on many trips,
traveling to concerts, and always enjoying a cold beer. Friends and loved ones
alike know him for his wry sense of humor and hearty laugh. He was
quick-witted, but always loving.




A man of strong Catholic faith, he believed in sacrifice and commitment to his
family and country. During his time overseas while in the Army, he snuck a
personal effect, a rosary, that he wore around his neck during the entirety of
his active duty. 




Above all, Alan was a proud father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He is
survived by his son, Garrett Gottschalk and wife Emily Tamblyn, and their son
Louis, all of Chicago, Illinois; his daughter, Megan Standefer and husband
Ryan, and their children, twins Henry and Willa, and Audrey, all of Prairie
Village, Kansas; sisters Susie Malone and husband Mike of Topeka, Kansas, and
Karla Ackerman and husband Mark of Olathe, Kansas; his brother Ken Gottschalk
and wife Lorrie of Paola, Kansas; sister-in-law Debbie Gottschalk of Topeka,
Kansas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.




He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Wayne Galen
Gottschalk.




Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St.
Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial with full military honors, provided by
the Hays VFW Honor Guard, will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.




Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to
9:30 AM, all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509
Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.




A combined parish vigil and rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Friday at Brock’s
Chapel. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hays VFW or the Hays VFW Honor
Guard.


Condolences and memories may be shared on Alan’s tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760549375956.jpeg" alt="Alan Louis Gottschalk" />
 <figcaption>Alan Louis Gottschalk</figcaption>
 </figure>Alan
Louis Gottschalk, 78, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, October 11,
2025, at Hays Medical Center. He was born March 18, 1947, in Denver, Colorado,
to Albert Elmer and Cora Louise (Meier) Gottschalk.


Alan was a 1965 graduate of St. Joseph’s Military Academy. In high school, he
played baseball for the Hays American Legion, he played the saxophone for the
Cadet Concert Band, and he was also a member of the Sportsmen, the school pep
band. Shortly after graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army,
where he trained as a medic in San Antonio, TX, and was briefly stationed at
Ft. Hood, TX. He bravely served with the 196th Light Infantry Brigade in
Vietnam, where he was wounded in May 1968. His distinguished service was
recognized with both the Purple Heart and the Combat Medical Badge — an honor
awarded only to medics who perform their duties in combat under enemy fire.


Following his honorable discharge and retirement from the Army, Alan earned his
bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Fort Hays State University
and began a long and successful career with Philip Morris as a sales
representative for western Kansas, retiring in 2005.


A proud and devoted veteran, Alan was deeply committed to the Hays VFW Post
9076. He was the Post Commander from 1973 to 1974. His dedication to honoring
veterans was evident each Memorial Day as he helped place American flags on the
graves of veterans at St Joseph’s Cemetery. He was instrumental in launching
the popular Stars and Stripes Breakfasts in Hays, serving the community while
raising funds for various local causes. Alan was one of the original and
remaining members of the VFW Honor Guard funeral detail, where he played the
bugle and called orders at military funerals across western Kansas. 


Alan was also an avid golfer—proudly achieving a hole-in-one—and enjoyed
cheering for K-State football, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Kansas City
Royals.&nbsp; He cherished his long-lasting friendships, going on many trips,
traveling to concerts, and always enjoying a cold beer. Friends and loved ones
alike know him for his wry sense of humor and hearty laugh. He was
quick-witted, but always loving.


A man of strong Catholic faith, he believed in sacrifice and commitment to his
family and country. During his time overseas while in the Army, he snuck a
personal effect, a rosary, that he wore around his neck during the entirety of
his active duty. 


Above all, Alan was a proud father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He is
survived by his son, Garrett Gottschalk and wife Emily Tamblyn, and their son
Louis, all of Chicago, Illinois; his daughter, Megan Standefer and husband
Ryan, and their children, twins Henry and Willa, and Audrey, all of Prairie
Village, Kansas; sisters Susie Malone and husband Mike of Topeka, Kansas, and
Karla Ackerman and husband Mark of Olathe, Kansas; his brother Ken Gottschalk
and wife Lorrie of Paola, Kansas; sister-in-law Debbie Gottschalk of Topeka,
Kansas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.


He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Wayne Galen
Gottschalk.


Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St.
Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial with full military honors, provided by
the Hays VFW Honor Guard, will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.


Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to
9:30 AM, all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509
Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.


A combined parish vigil and rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Friday at Brock’s
Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hays VFW or the Hays VFW Honor
Guard.


Condolences and memories may be shared on Alan’s tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Alan Louis Gottschalk

Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt, 95, of Grinnell, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, October
13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She most recently resided in
Overland Park, KS, having moved there to be closer to her family.

Marge was born in
Hays, KS, on August 18, 1930, to Lillian (O’Leary Urban) and Raymond J.
Beyer. She was seventh of twelve children. She graduated from Girls Catholic
High in Hays and later married John A. Feldt in Hays, KS. Together they were
blessed with nine children. Survivors include her children, David (Peggy) Feldt,
Dan (Peggy) Feldt, Deanna (John) Scherer, Donna (Tom) Zerr, Danelle (Jack)
Persinger, Doralee (Mace) Townsend, and Dorothy (Jimmy) Helm, sixteen
grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, thirteen great- grandchildren, and
many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Marge’s life was
centered around her faith and her family. “She is clothed with
strength and dignity", Proverbs 31:25 is a fitting
description of Marge’s lifetime, even in her final hours.&nbsp;

She was a beautiful
and devoted Catholic wife and mother, known for her grace. She supported and
raised her children to be strong and to value hard work. Marge was a member of
St. Mary’s Altar Society and St. Paul’s Daughters of Isabella (D of I) of Angelus.
She enjoyed her bridge ladies, playing cards and board games, reading books,
and was a forever sports fan - especially of the Grinnell Warriors
(Thunderhawks), KC Chiefs, KC Royals and KU Basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marge was preceded in
death by her husband, John A. Feldt (January 10, 1999), her son, Darrel Feldt
(March 3, 1979), her daughter, Delilah (June 1, 1998), and son-in-law Charlie
Krueger (May 23, 1998).

She was also
predeceased by all of her siblings and their spouses, Clothilda (Al) Kisner,
Hubie (Kitty) Beyer, Raymond (Dorothy) Beyer, Frank (Ginny) Beyer, Virgil
(Marietta) Beyer, Wilfred James (Mary) Beyer, Esther (infant), Eugene
Beyer, Richard (Henrietta) Beyer, Fr. Gregory Beyer, and Joseph (Carol) Beyer;
and her in-laws, Jerome (Libby) Feldt, Anna Marie (Frank) Huelsman, Teresa
(Fred) Benton, Peter (Margaret) Feldt, Norbert (Louise) Feldt, Bette (Leroy)
Younger, Cletus (Lois) Feldt, and Anthony (Mary Ann) Feldt.&nbsp;

Her funeral service
will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Immaculate
Conception Catholic Church in Grinnell, KS. The family will receive friends and
family at the church from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday evening, October 17, 2025,
followed by the Vigil Prayer Service and Rosary at 7:00 pm.&nbsp;

Memorial
contributions are suggested to Immaculate Conception Church or the Senior
Citizens Center, both in Grinnell. Contributions may be sent in care of the
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Condolences to the family may be left online at <a href="http://baalmanmortuary.com/">www.baalmanmortuary.com&nbsp;</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760548803715.jpeg" alt="Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt" />
 <figcaption>Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt</figcaption>
 </figure>Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt, 95, of Grinnell, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, October
13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She most recently resided in
Overland Park, KS, having moved there to be closer to her family.Marge was born in
Hays, KS, on August 18, 1930, to Lillian (O’Leary Urban) and Raymond J.
Beyer. She was seventh of twelve children. She graduated from Girls Catholic
High in Hays and later married John A. Feldt in Hays, KS. Together they were
blessed with nine children. Survivors include her children, David (Peggy) Feldt,
Dan (Peggy) Feldt, Deanna (John) Scherer, Donna (Tom) Zerr, Danelle (Jack)
Persinger, Doralee (Mace) Townsend, and Dorothy (Jimmy) Helm, sixteen
grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, thirteen great- grandchildren, and
many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Marge’s life was
centered around her faith and her family. “She is clothed with
strength and dignity", Proverbs 31:25 is a fitting
description of Marge’s lifetime, even in her final hours.&nbsp;She was a beautiful
and devoted Catholic wife and mother, known for her grace. She supported and
raised her children to be strong and to value hard work. Marge was a member of
St. Mary’s Altar Society and St. Paul’s Daughters of Isabella (D of I) of Angelus.
She enjoyed her bridge ladies, playing cards and board games, reading books,
and was a forever sports fan - especially of the Grinnell Warriors
(Thunderhawks), KC Chiefs, KC Royals and KU Basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marge was preceded in
death by her husband, John A. Feldt (January 10, 1999), her son, Darrel Feldt
(March 3, 1979), her daughter, Delilah (June 1, 1998), and son-in-law Charlie
Krueger (May 23, 1998).She was also
predeceased by all of her siblings and their spouses, Clothilda (Al) Kisner,
Hubie (Kitty) Beyer, Raymond (Dorothy) Beyer, Frank (Ginny) Beyer, Virgil
(Marietta) Beyer, Wilfred James (Mary) Beyer, Esther (infant), Eugene
Beyer, Richard (Henrietta) Beyer, Fr. Gregory Beyer, and Joseph (Carol) Beyer;
and her in-laws, Jerome (Libby) Feldt, Anna Marie (Frank) Huelsman, Teresa
(Fred) Benton, Peter (Margaret) Feldt, Norbert (Louise) Feldt, Bette (Leroy)
Younger, Cletus (Lois) Feldt, and Anthony (Mary Ann) Feldt.&nbsp;Her funeral service
will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Immaculate
Conception Catholic Church in Grinnell, KS. The family will receive friends and
family at the church from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday evening, October 17, 2025,
followed by the Vigil Prayer Service and Rosary at 7:00 pm.&nbsp;Memorial
contributions are suggested to Immaculate Conception Church or the Senior
Citizens Center, both in Grinnell. Contributions may be sent in care of the
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Condolences to the family may be left online at <a href="http://baalmanmortuary.com/">www.baalmanmortuary.com&nbsp;</a>

Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt

Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich, 77, of
Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, September 09, 2025, in Russell, Kansas.

Leroy was born on October 20, 1947,
in Ellsworth, Kansas, the son of Reuben E. and Ina G. (Cooper) Hendrich.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from
Russell High School in the Class of 1965.&nbsp;
He then attended for 2 years at Pittsburg State University.&nbsp; Leroy was united in marriage to Linda A.
Boswell on November 19, 1966, in Pittsburg, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union Leroy and Linda were blessed
with two sons, Joey and Bradley.&nbsp; They
made their home in Russell. &nbsp;His
profession included working for Scheufler Supply, aka Big A Auto Parts.&nbsp; He then started working for Leroy’s Conoco,
purchased it in 1979 and began working with his son Joey. &nbsp;The name of the business later changed to Auto
Excellence Auto Repair, LLC. &nbsp;In 2005,
Leroy and Joey added AE Tools &amp; Computers. Leroy retired in 2014.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bee keeping,
gardening, building fireworks and spending time with his family at the farm.

Surviving family are two sons, Joey
Hendrich (Laurie) of Olathe, Kansas and Bradley Hendrich of Hinton, Iowa; 6 grandchildren,
Bryan (Brandi), Brody, Brock, Megan, Zachary and Claire and 2 great grandchildren,
Zaidyn and Quintyn; brother Leslie Hendrich; sisters Anel Minneman and Faith
Rud.

He was preceded in death by his
parents, and wife Linda on September 09, 2015.

Leroy selected a cremation
service.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1 P.M.
to 6 P.M. (family present from 3 P.M. to 5 P.M.) on Sunday, October 19, 2025,
at the mortuary.&nbsp; A graveside service to
celebrate Leroy’s life and burial of the cremains next to Linda will take place
at 11 A.M. on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell,
Kansas is in charge of the arrangements. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760548642357.jpeg" alt="Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich" />
 <figcaption>Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich</figcaption>
 </figure>Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich, 77, of
Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, September 09, 2025, in Russell, Kansas.Leroy was born on October 20, 1947,
in Ellsworth, Kansas, the son of Reuben E. and Ina G. (Cooper) Hendrich.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from
Russell High School in the Class of 1965.&nbsp;
He then attended for 2 years at Pittsburg State University.&nbsp; Leroy was united in marriage to Linda A.
Boswell on November 19, 1966, in Pittsburg, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union Leroy and Linda were blessed
with two sons, Joey and Bradley.&nbsp; They
made their home in Russell. &nbsp;His
profession included working for Scheufler Supply, aka Big A Auto Parts.&nbsp; He then started working for Leroy’s Conoco,
purchased it in 1979 and began working with his son Joey. &nbsp;The name of the business later changed to Auto
Excellence Auto Repair, LLC. &nbsp;In 2005,
Leroy and Joey added AE Tools &amp; Computers. Leroy retired in 2014.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bee keeping,
gardening, building fireworks and spending time with his family at the farm.Surviving family are two sons, Joey
Hendrich (Laurie) of Olathe, Kansas and Bradley Hendrich of Hinton, Iowa; 6 grandchildren,
Bryan (Brandi), Brody, Brock, Megan, Zachary and Claire and 2 great grandchildren,
Zaidyn and Quintyn; brother Leslie Hendrich; sisters Anel Minneman and Faith
Rud.He was preceded in death by his
parents, and wife Linda on September 09, 2015.Leroy selected a cremation
service.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1 P.M.
to 6 P.M. (family present from 3 P.M. to 5 P.M.) on Sunday, October 19, 2025,
at the mortuary.&nbsp; A graveside service to
celebrate Leroy’s life and burial of the cremains next to Linda will take place
at 11 A.M. on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell,
Kansas is in charge of the arrangements.

Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich

Shirley Catherine Weigel, age 87, of Victoria, Kansas entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Hays Medical Center.  She was a cherished sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, and friend.  Her presence will be missed.

She was born March 29, 1938, on the family farm South of Victoria, Kansas to Joseph C. and Catherine (Paul) Weigel.

Shirley attended school in Victoria, and graduating from Victoria High School in 1956.  She started working at Brungardt’s I G A Store in Victoria, then was a bookkeeper at Ben Dreiling Motors for a few years.  She then was a bookkeeper for Dr. Applegate, Siler and Watts at Eye Specialists in Hays for over 25 years.

She was a Faithful member of The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, a passed Eucharistic, Homebound Minister, and Eucharistic adorer.  She was a member of  St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella, St, Fidelis Christian Mothers, and Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 Auxiliary.

Shirley enjoyed cooking, traveling, good food, game shows, Dances with the Stars, bowling, bingo, sports, her family and friends. She was an avid fan of the KC Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, and always coaching from her recliner. 

Shirley cherished her nephew, nieces, and was very proud of their accomplishments, and achievements. She never missed baking a special birthday cake for anyone.  Another of her favorite things was the annual Christmas shopping trip with her sisters and their birthday lunches. Shirley had a smile for everyone and would have tears of joy because “Life was Good”

She is survived by her siblings, Velma Giebler, Hays, KS; Leona Kuhn, Hays, KS; Tony Weigel and his wife, Jan, Overland Park. KS; Doris Weigel, Victoria, KS; her nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Michael Weigel; Donald Weigel (Beverly); Robert Weigel (Flora); Joseph Weigel{died in Japan}; her sisters, Mary Jane Miller (Gilbert); Louise Weigel; and her brothers-in-law, Francis Giebler; and Clinton Kuhn.&nbsp;

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 17, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.

Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, followed by a Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary Memorial Service, and a Victoria Christian Mothers /Daughters of Isabella Rosary all at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of Saint Fidelis or Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 in  care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671. 

 Condolences can be emailed to clineschapels@gmail.com or left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760484845486.jpeg" alt="Shirley Catherine Weigel" />
 <figcaption>Shirley Catherine Weigel</figcaption>
 </figure>Shirley Catherine Weigel, age 87, of Victoria, Kansas entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Hays Medical Center. She was a cherished sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, and friend. Her presence will be missed.She was born March 29, 1938, on the family farm South of Victoria, Kansas to Joseph C. and Catherine (Paul) Weigel.Shirley attended school in Victoria, and graduating from Victoria High School in 1956. She started working at Brungardt’s I G A Store in Victoria, then was a bookkeeper at Ben Dreiling Motors for a few years. She then was a bookkeeper for Dr. Applegate, Siler and Watts at Eye Specialists in Hays for over 25 years.She was a Faithful member of The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, a passed Eucharistic, Homebound Minister, and Eucharistic adorer. She was a member of St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella, St, Fidelis Christian Mothers, and Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 Auxiliary.Shirley enjoyed cooking, traveling, good food, game shows, Dances with the Stars, bowling, bingo, sports, her family and friends. She was an avid fan of the KC Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, and always coaching from her recliner. Shirley cherished her nephew, nieces, and was very proud of their accomplishments, and achievements. She never missed baking a special birthday cake for anyone. Another of her favorite things was the annual Christmas shopping trip with her sisters and their birthday lunches. Shirley had a smile for everyone and would have tears of joy because “Life was Good”She is survived by her siblings, Velma Giebler, Hays, KS; Leona Kuhn, Hays, KS; Tony Weigel and his wife, Jan, Overland Park. KS; Doris Weigel, Victoria, KS; her nephews and nieces.She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Michael Weigel; Donald Weigel (Beverly); Robert Weigel (Flora); Joseph Weigel{died in Japan}; her sisters, Mary Jane Miller (Gilbert); Louise Weigel; and her brothers-in-law, Francis Giebler; and Clinton Kuhn.&nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 17, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, followed by a Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary Memorial Service, and a Victoria Christian Mothers /Daughters of Isabella Rosary all at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of Saint Fidelis or Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671. Condolences can be emailed to clineschapels@gmail.com or left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Shirley Catherine Weigel

Byron Kent Miller, 75, of
Thornton, Colorado, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 after a lengthy battle
with numerous health issues.&nbsp; He was born
on May 24, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;
The son of Raymond and Ruth (Karst) Miller.

Byron graduated from Hoisington
High School in the Class of ’67 and later received his Bachelor of Science in
Education from Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas in May of
1971.&nbsp; While at Emporia State, Byron
served 2 years in the US Air Force Reserves under the Delayed Enlistment
Program, being honorably discharged from the Reserves in September of 1971 to
become fully inducted into the US Air Force.&nbsp;
While in the Air Force, he earned his Master of Arts Degree from the
University of Northern Colorado and was later honorably discharged from the Air
Force in June of 1977.

Byron was employed as a Math
Teacher/Department Chair at Adams County 12 school District in November of 1978
in Thornton, Colorado.&nbsp; He faithfully
served many years in that capacity until his retirement in 2016.

Byron is survived by his
siblings; Janice McCubbin and husband Lee, Randall Miller and Richard Miller
and wife Carla; along with the nephews, Scott McCubbin and Ryan Miller and
Niece Rylee Miller as well as extended family and friends.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation was selected by the
family.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service
will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Russell City
Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the graveside services.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760548252480.jpeg" alt="Byron Kent Miller" />
 <figcaption>Byron Kent Miller</figcaption>
 </figure>Byron Kent Miller, 75, of
Thornton, Colorado, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 after a lengthy battle
with numerous health issues.&nbsp; He was born
on May 24, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;
The son of Raymond and Ruth (Karst) Miller.Byron graduated from Hoisington
High School in the Class of ’67 and later received his Bachelor of Science in
Education from Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas in May of
1971.&nbsp; While at Emporia State, Byron
served 2 years in the US Air Force Reserves under the Delayed Enlistment
Program, being honorably discharged from the Reserves in September of 1971 to
become fully inducted into the US Air Force.&nbsp;
While in the Air Force, he earned his Master of Arts Degree from the
University of Northern Colorado and was later honorably discharged from the Air
Force in June of 1977.Byron was employed as a Math
Teacher/Department Chair at Adams County 12 school District in November of 1978
in Thornton, Colorado.&nbsp; He faithfully
served many years in that capacity until his retirement in 2016.Byron is survived by his
siblings; Janice McCubbin and husband Lee, Randall Miller and Richard Miller
and wife Carla; along with the nephews, Scott McCubbin and Ryan Miller and
Niece Rylee Miller as well as extended family and friends.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation was selected by the
family.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service
will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Russell City
Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the graveside services.

Byron Kent Miller

Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner, 91, Hays, passed away Sunday,
October 12, 2025 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

He was born December 14, 1933, in Hays, the son of James and
Isabella (Dinges) Koerner.&nbsp; He graduated
from Hays High School in 1952, where he excelled in sports, including track,
baseball, and earned two-time All-State honors as a guard in football.&nbsp; Immediately after graduation, Vern entered
the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was initially
stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, was deployed to Korea for three years, and he
was discharged in 1956.&nbsp; One of Vern’s
favorite stories about his time in Korea was when the New York Yankees came
over for exhibition baseball games against an all-star team of surrounding Army
bases. &nbsp;During those games, Vern
connected for a few hits off the Yankees' pitchers and even successfully stole
a few bases.&nbsp; 

Upon returning to Hays, he married his sweetheart, Remigia 'Midge' Schuvie, on May 25, 1957. &nbsp;They shared 68 wonderful years of marriage and
welcomed their son, Kevin, in 1960. &nbsp;Vern's
career path in Hays included working at Mammel's Grocery Store and Staab
Plumbing and Repair. &nbsp;He then began a
long career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired after
32 years of service. &nbsp;For many years, he
was a half-owner of the beloved Koerner-Staab Liquor Store with his friend,
Charlie Staab. &nbsp;An avid golfer, Vern
loved the game. His brother, LeRoy, was his favorite person for a twosome, but
he loved playing with everyone and cherished the many friendships he made on
the course. &nbsp;He also enjoyed fishing and
hunting, but his most cherished activity was spending time with his family and
playing with his grandchildren. &nbsp;He often
spoke about the joy they brought him.&nbsp; 

He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,
the St. Joseph Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325, the Bishop
Cunningham Fourth Degree Assembly #282, Hays VFW Post #9076, Hays American
Legion Post #173, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. 

Vern is survived by his loving wife Midge, of the home; his
son Kevin Koerner and wife Lynn of Hays; his sister Jan Girvan and husband Jim
of Hays; and his brother Dale Koerner and wife Lois of Lawrence.&nbsp; He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren
Shea Koerner and wife Anne Drees of Centennial, Colorado and Annastasia Rose
Koerner of Denver, Colorado; his great-granddaughter Cecilia Rose Bird of
Denver, Colorado, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and
great-nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Isabella
Koerner and his brother, LeRoy Koerner.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Thursday,
October 16, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Brian
McCaffrey officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will
be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on
Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus will
stand honor guard from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:00
pm, followed by a combined third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus rosary,
all on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Private family inurnment with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076
Honor Guard will be in St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested
to A Different Mindset Association or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Vern may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760400525381.jpeg" alt="Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner" />
 <figcaption>Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner</figcaption>
 </figure>Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner, 91, Hays, passed away Sunday,
October 12, 2025 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.He was born December 14, 1933, in Hays, the son of James and
Isabella (Dinges) Koerner.&nbsp; He graduated
from Hays High School in 1952, where he excelled in sports, including track,
baseball, and earned two-time All-State honors as a guard in football.&nbsp; Immediately after graduation, Vern entered
the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was initially
stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, was deployed to Korea for three years, and he
was discharged in 1956.&nbsp; One of Vern’s
favorite stories about his time in Korea was when the New York Yankees came
over for exhibition baseball games against an all-star team of surrounding Army
bases. &nbsp;During those games, Vern
connected for a few hits off the Yankees' pitchers and even successfully stole
a few bases.&nbsp; Upon returning to Hays, he married his sweetheart, Remigia 'Midge' Schuvie, on May 25, 1957. &nbsp;They shared 68 wonderful years of marriage and
welcomed their son, Kevin, in 1960. &nbsp;Vern's
career path in Hays included working at Mammel's Grocery Store and Staab
Plumbing and Repair. &nbsp;He then began a
long career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired after
32 years of service. &nbsp;For many years, he
was a half-owner of the beloved Koerner-Staab Liquor Store with his friend,
Charlie Staab. &nbsp;An avid golfer, Vern
loved the game. His brother, LeRoy, was his favorite person for a twosome, but
he loved playing with everyone and cherished the many friendships he made on
the course. &nbsp;He also enjoyed fishing and
hunting, but his most cherished activity was spending time with his family and
playing with his grandchildren. &nbsp;He often
spoke about the joy they brought him.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,
the St. Joseph Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325, the Bishop
Cunningham Fourth Degree Assembly #282, Hays VFW Post #9076, Hays American
Legion Post #173, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Vern is survived by his loving wife Midge, of the home; his
son Kevin Koerner and wife Lynn of Hays; his sister Jan Girvan and husband Jim
of Hays; and his brother Dale Koerner and wife Lois of Lawrence.&nbsp; He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren
Shea Koerner and wife Anne Drees of Centennial, Colorado and Annastasia Rose
Koerner of Denver, Colorado; his great-granddaughter Cecilia Rose Bird of
Denver, Colorado, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and
great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Isabella
Koerner and his brother, LeRoy Koerner.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Thursday,
October 16, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Brian
McCaffrey officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will
be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on
Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus will
stand honor guard from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:00
pm, followed by a combined third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus rosary,
all on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Private family inurnment with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076
Honor Guard will be in St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested
to A Different Mindset Association or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Vern may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner

Jon
F. Kisner, age 83 of Hays, Kansas passed away on Thursday, September 25,
2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on September 27, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas to Fred 'Fritz' and Angela (Dreiling) Kisner.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Barbara Kay
(VonFeldt) on September 4, 1970, at Victoria, Kansas. She preceded him in death
on September 21, 2020.


&nbsp;Jon was a social and adventurous youngster.&nbsp; As a toddler, he took
numerous solo train rides from Abilene to visit family in other Kansas towns,
like Chapman. He would ride his tricycle off the barn onto the haystacks below.
According to a newspaper article, Jonny (3.5yrs old) &amp; Frankie (6yrs old)
were rough playing that landed them in the hospital with severe cuts from a
glass sliding door, requiring 18 stitches to his arm. It was also rumored Jon
and his buddies would throw farm eggs at his girl cousins (some who went on to
become Nuns). Fun fact, his babysitter in Abilene was Ida; President Ike
Eisenhower’s mother.&nbsp;Then, when Jon was about five years old, his family
moved to Hays.&nbsp; Here he performed as a member in an acrobat trio at the Strand.&nbsp;
The Kisner family lived in the Guard Block House at Old Fort Hays.&nbsp; While
his father was the grounds caretaker, Jon would swim the watering holes
recovering golf balls for his mom to resell in the clubhouse. They were the
last family to live on Old Fort Hays.

Through some high school years, Jon managed the Hays Municipal swimming pool,
where he taught many how to swim. In 1959, he graduated from Saint Joseph
Military Academy, now Thomas Moore Prep High School.&nbsp; A veteran of the US
Army, Jon was an SP4 in 25th&nbsp;Infantry Division, mostly
stationed in Thailand and Hawaii.&nbsp; He was briefly stationed at Fort Leslie
J McNair in Washington as a member of the Presidential Honor Guard where he
earned both the opportunity to attend the US Military Academy Preparatory School
for West Point and to honorably walk at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.&nbsp;
Although he declined both prestigious offers, he was honorably discharged in
1963 and awarded a Good Conduct Medal.

Ready to explore his new bachelor life, Jon bought a cabin in Estes Park,
Colorado and soon purchased his first horse, Lady. Much manual labor was
invested in his new retreat including building a Pot Belly stove for
heat.&nbsp; Family and friends all came to stay, where they would be
wholesomely entertained with Jons’ musical talents.&nbsp; During this time, Jon
periodically visited his parents back in Hays.&nbsp; He would escort his mother
to frequent live music events.&nbsp; As his entertaining bug grew stronger, Jon
discovered his passion for Polka music. For the next 40 years, Jon was
identified as a member of Eddie Basgall and His Jolly Dutchmen, he was
described on an album cover as 'A triple talent entertainer with his singing,
banjo playing and a&nbsp;flair for showmanship. Ballads and&nbsp;happy songs
were Jon’s specialty. His rich baritone vocals enhanced the romantic mood of
the group.' He also returned to work part time at the Hays swimming pool.&nbsp;
While selling beach towels to a local liquor store, he came across his future
wife (Barbara) who he married nine months later in Saint Fidelis Catholic
Church, Victoria, Kansas 'The Cathedral of the Plains'.

Although Jon and Barbara began their future in Colorado, they soon moved to
Victoria, Kansas for a number of years and began raising their three children.
In 1980, Jon graduated from Fort Hays State University with a BA in General
Studies. He also began his&nbsp;36 year&nbsp;career as a lineman and foreman
for Central Kansas Power, now Midwest Energy. In 1985, Jon secured their
growing Kisner family 80 acres of land just north of Toulon where the family
joined labor forces to build their settlement.&nbsp; Always an avid horse
lover, Jon was eventually equipped to open the property to board and train
horses including his own team of Belgians (Duke &amp; Dolly).&nbsp; He loved to
share this majestic team with the community by entering parades, hosting
hayrack rides, chauffeuring wedding parties and sponsoring Christmas light
tours through the Hays Country Club.&nbsp; His added craftsmanship was
showcased thru repairing and building a number of harnesses, trailers, buggies
and wagons.

&nbsp;Once the grandkids were born in Texas, Jon &amp; Barbara moved to be
closer to them for a few years, only to return to their roots in Hays in
2016.&nbsp; After 50 years of marriage, his wife Barbara passed and was
reunited with her parents at St Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria. Jon remained in
his Hays home and stayed active including meeting with his retired Midwest
Energy coworkers for donuts, Military Academy classmates at McDonalds and horse
boarding members sporadically. Jon was a member of the Victoria V.F.W. Post #
1751, and a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.

Jon is survived by his children, Curtis Kisner and wife, Michelle, Fort Worth,
TX; Tonya Kisner, Belton, MO; Simone Anderson, Fort Worth, TX; his
grandchildren, Aubrianna Kisner; Cadence Anderson; Carmyn Anderson; his sister,
Janell Newton and husband, Gary, Wichita, KS.

Jon is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Angela Kisner; his wife,
Barbara; his sister, Cynthia Karlin and her husband, Jerry.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at
The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas, with
Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, at the
church.&nbsp;Inurnment with Military Honor Guard Rites by the Victoria&nbsp;V.F.W.
Post #1751 will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials payable to&nbsp;The
Sunflower Clydesdales&nbsp;in care of Cline’s-Keithley
Mortuary of Hays,&nbsp;1919
East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas. Condolences
can be emailed to&nbsp;clineschapels@gmail.com&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758922623541.jpeg" alt="Jon F. Kisner" />
 <figcaption>Jon F. Kisner</figcaption>
 </figure>Jon
F. Kisner, age 83 of Hays, Kansas passed away on Thursday, September 25,
2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on September 27, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas to Fred 'Fritz' and Angela (Dreiling) Kisner.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Barbara Kay
(VonFeldt) on September 4, 1970, at Victoria, Kansas. She preceded him in death
on September 21, 2020.
&nbsp;Jon was a social and adventurous youngster.&nbsp; As a toddler, he took
numerous solo train rides from Abilene to visit family in other Kansas towns,
like Chapman. He would ride his tricycle off the barn onto the haystacks below.
According to a newspaper article, Jonny (3.5yrs old) &amp; Frankie (6yrs old)
were rough playing that landed them in the hospital with severe cuts from a
glass sliding door, requiring 18 stitches to his arm. It was also rumored Jon
and his buddies would throw farm eggs at his girl cousins (some who went on to
become Nuns). Fun fact, his babysitter in Abilene was Ida; President Ike
Eisenhower’s mother.&nbsp;Then, when Jon was about five years old, his family
moved to Hays.&nbsp; Here he performed as a member in an acrobat trio at the Strand.&nbsp;
The Kisner family lived in the Guard Block House at Old Fort Hays.&nbsp; While
his father was the grounds caretaker, Jon would swim the watering holes
recovering golf balls for his mom to resell in the clubhouse. They were the
last family to live on Old Fort Hays.Through some high school years, Jon managed the Hays Municipal swimming pool,
where he taught many how to swim. In 1959, he graduated from Saint Joseph
Military Academy, now Thomas Moore Prep High School.&nbsp; A veteran of the US
Army, Jon was an SP4 in 25th&nbsp;Infantry Division, mostly
stationed in Thailand and Hawaii.&nbsp; He was briefly stationed at Fort Leslie
J McNair in Washington as a member of the Presidential Honor Guard where he
earned both the opportunity to attend the US Military Academy Preparatory School
for West Point and to honorably walk at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.&nbsp;
Although he declined both prestigious offers, he was honorably discharged in
1963 and awarded a Good Conduct Medal.Ready to explore his new bachelor life, Jon bought a cabin in Estes Park,
Colorado and soon purchased his first horse, Lady. Much manual labor was
invested in his new retreat including building a Pot Belly stove for
heat.&nbsp; Family and friends all came to stay, where they would be
wholesomely entertained with Jons’ musical talents.&nbsp; During this time, Jon
periodically visited his parents back in Hays.&nbsp; He would escort his mother
to frequent live music events.&nbsp; As his entertaining bug grew stronger, Jon
discovered his passion for Polka music. For the next 40 years, Jon was
identified as a member of Eddie Basgall and His Jolly Dutchmen, he was
described on an album cover as 'A triple talent entertainer with his singing,
banjo playing and a&nbsp;flair for showmanship. Ballads and&nbsp;happy songs
were Jon’s specialty. His rich baritone vocals enhanced the romantic mood of
the group.' He also returned to work part time at the Hays swimming pool.&nbsp;
While selling beach towels to a local liquor store, he came across his future
wife (Barbara) who he married nine months later in Saint Fidelis Catholic
Church, Victoria, Kansas 'The Cathedral of the Plains'.Although Jon and Barbara began their future in Colorado, they soon moved to
Victoria, Kansas for a number of years and began raising their three children.
In 1980, Jon graduated from Fort Hays State University with a BA in General
Studies. He also began his&nbsp;36 year&nbsp;career as a lineman and foreman
for Central Kansas Power, now Midwest Energy. In 1985, Jon secured their
growing Kisner family 80 acres of land just north of Toulon where the family
joined labor forces to build their settlement.&nbsp; Always an avid horse
lover, Jon was eventually equipped to open the property to board and train
horses including his own team of Belgians (Duke &amp; Dolly).&nbsp; He loved to
share this majestic team with the community by entering parades, hosting
hayrack rides, chauffeuring wedding parties and sponsoring Christmas light
tours through the Hays Country Club.&nbsp; His added craftsmanship was
showcased thru repairing and building a number of harnesses, trailers, buggies
and wagons.&nbsp;Once the grandkids were born in Texas, Jon &amp; Barbara moved to be
closer to them for a few years, only to return to their roots in Hays in
2016.&nbsp; After 50 years of marriage, his wife Barbara passed and was
reunited with her parents at St Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria. Jon remained in
his Hays home and stayed active including meeting with his retired Midwest
Energy coworkers for donuts, Military Academy classmates at McDonalds and horse
boarding members sporadically. Jon was a member of the Victoria V.F.W. Post #
1751, and a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.Jon is survived by his children, Curtis Kisner and wife, Michelle, Fort Worth,
TX; Tonya Kisner, Belton, MO; Simone Anderson, Fort Worth, TX; his
grandchildren, Aubrianna Kisner; Cadence Anderson; Carmyn Anderson; his sister,
Janell Newton and husband, Gary, Wichita, KS.Jon is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Angela Kisner; his wife,
Barbara; his sister, Cynthia Karlin and her husband, Jerry.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at
The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas, with
Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, at the
church.&nbsp;Inurnment with Military Honor Guard Rites by the Victoria&nbsp;V.F.W.
Post #1751 will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials payable to&nbsp;The
Sunflower Clydesdales&nbsp;in care of Cline’s-Keithley
Mortuary of Hays,&nbsp;1919
East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas. Condolences
can be emailed to&nbsp;clineschapels@gmail.com&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Jon F. Kisner

Zita
Mae Schamberger, 89, of Hoxie, KS passed away October 8, 2025, at the AmberMed-
Sheridan County LTCU. She was born March 9, 1936, near Vincent, KS to Theodore
J. and Rose Mary (Kippes) Munk. As a young child, her family moved to Sheridan
County, KS where she attended school, graduating from Sheridan County Community
High School in 1954.

Zita
married Clarence Schamberger on April 17, 1956, in Hoxie, KS. From this union
they raised five children: Dave, Leonard, Donald, Deb, and Sharon. She worked alongside
her husband on the farm until they retired. She was a gardener, maintaining
trees, vegetables, and yard, but her passion was growing flowers and sharing
starts with her children and friends. She was a great cook and loved to host
family dinners. She had the talent to put together a great meal with very
little notice when friends or family dropped in to visit&nbsp; &nbsp;Zita
loved having grandchildren come visit and made quilts and blankets for each one.
In later years, she traveled with her husband to many places and often spent
part of the winter in Arizona. 

Zita
is survived by her children:&nbsp; Dave (Lisa)
Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Leonard (Charlene) Schamberger, Sedalia, CO; Donald
(Tamera) Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Deb (Logan) Keith, Morland, KS; and Sharon
(Robert) Grisolia, Olathe, KS; 13 grandchildren and 23
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also
survived by her brother, Paul Munk, Menlo, KS and sisters:&nbsp; Ruth (Bruce) Kratzer, Lakewood, WA, Pauline
Hoff, Dallas, TX, Rosie (Dennis) Hayes, Betty (Daniel) Racette, and Agnes
(Donald) Holzmeister all of Colby; brother- in- law Paul Schamberger, Hays, KS;
sisters- in- law,Mary Alice Munk, Hoxie, KS and Veronica Schamberger of Denver,
Co.

Zita
is predeceased by her parents, husband Clarence, brothers Melvin, Lawrence, and
Lester, and brothers- in- law, Donald Hoff, William Geerdes, Smoky Stover, Adolph
(Lorene) Schamberger, Mike (Mary)Schamberger, Felix (Viola) Schamberger, Alvin
(Ada) Schamberger, William (Rosemary) Schamberger, Daniel Schamberger and
sister- in- law Kathleen Schamberger.

Funeral
Services will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St.
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, KS. Visitation will take place on
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Mickey Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, KS, from 2:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with family present to receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. A Vigil and Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.

The
family suggests memorial contributions be made to AmberMed—Sheridan County
Hospital LTCU. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO
Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. 

&nbsp;This service will be live streamed.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760235890510.jpeg" alt="Zita Mae Schamberger" />
 <figcaption>Zita Mae Schamberger</figcaption>
 </figure>Zita
Mae Schamberger, 89, of Hoxie, KS passed away October 8, 2025, at the AmberMed-
Sheridan County LTCU. She was born March 9, 1936, near Vincent, KS to Theodore
J. and Rose Mary (Kippes) Munk. As a young child, her family moved to Sheridan
County, KS where she attended school, graduating from Sheridan County Community
High School in 1954.Zita
married Clarence Schamberger on April 17, 1956, in Hoxie, KS. From this union
they raised five children: Dave, Leonard, Donald, Deb, and Sharon. She worked alongside
her husband on the farm until they retired. She was a gardener, maintaining
trees, vegetables, and yard, but her passion was growing flowers and sharing
starts with her children and friends. She was a great cook and loved to host
family dinners. She had the talent to put together a great meal with very
little notice when friends or family dropped in to visit&nbsp; &nbsp;Zita
loved having grandchildren come visit and made quilts and blankets for each one.
In later years, she traveled with her husband to many places and often spent
part of the winter in Arizona. Zita
is survived by her children:&nbsp; Dave (Lisa)
Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Leonard (Charlene) Schamberger, Sedalia, CO; Donald
(Tamera) Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Deb (Logan) Keith, Morland, KS; and Sharon
(Robert) Grisolia, Olathe, KS; 13 grandchildren and 23
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also
survived by her brother, Paul Munk, Menlo, KS and sisters:&nbsp; Ruth (Bruce) Kratzer, Lakewood, WA, Pauline
Hoff, Dallas, TX, Rosie (Dennis) Hayes, Betty (Daniel) Racette, and Agnes
(Donald) Holzmeister all of Colby; brother- in- law Paul Schamberger, Hays, KS;
sisters- in- law,Mary Alice Munk, Hoxie, KS and Veronica Schamberger of Denver,
Co.Zita
is predeceased by her parents, husband Clarence, brothers Melvin, Lawrence, and
Lester, and brothers- in- law, Donald Hoff, William Geerdes, Smoky Stover, Adolph
(Lorene) Schamberger, Mike (Mary)Schamberger, Felix (Viola) Schamberger, Alvin
(Ada) Schamberger, William (Rosemary) Schamberger, Daniel Schamberger and
sister- in- law Kathleen Schamberger.Funeral
Services will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St.
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, KS. Visitation will take place on
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Mickey Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, KS, from 2:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with family present to receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. A Vigil and Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.The
family suggests memorial contributions be made to AmberMed—Sheridan County
Hospital LTCU. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO
Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. &nbsp;This service will be live streamed.

Zita Mae Schamberger

Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy passed away peacefully on October 7,
2025 in her home in Greeley, Colorado surrounded by family members.

Suzann F Maddy was born May 4, 1934 at their farm home near
Oronoque, KS and was the daughter of Paul Sidman and Dorothea Faye
(Burd).&nbsp; She was raised on a farm 7 1/2 miles West and 1 mile south of
Norton, Kansas. Her siblings include Gene Sidman (deceased), Warren Sidman and
Eric Sidman.

Her father Paul, who loved music, instilled that love for music in
Susie as she learned to play the piano and clarinet. In 1951 she graduated from
Norton Community High School and in 1952 married James A. Maddy of Norton, KS
at a church in Selma, Alabama.&nbsp; They lived together while Jim served in
the air force at Craig Air Force Base near Selma. In 1954 Jim was discharged
from the Air Force and they moved back to the Maddy family farm with their
first son, Steve. The family grew quickly to 5 kids including Steve, David,
Cindy, Duane and Rod.

Susie was fun loving and a hard worker, as she helped with all the
family operations including farming, livestock and later their growing family
custom harvesting business. As their harvesting business grew, she would stay
home in the summer and take care of the farming and cow-calf operation while
handling all the family record keeping. She was also a great cook delivering
many homemade meals to their crew and family members working in the field.

Together with her family, she participated in 4-H, pheasant
hunting, taught piano lessons, all while keeping the family members on schedule
with their activities. Her interests included playing classical and ragtime
music on her Wurlitzer piano. She enjoyed traveling the world sometimes with
her best friend Marlene Wilmot and daughter Cindy.

In 2011, She moved to Greeley, Colorado and spent much of her time
traveling the southwest to Bluegrass Festivals with her two corgis, Charlie and
Phoebe. She would travel many times back and forth from Greeley to her Norton
home and visit her beloved friend Shirley Newell.

She is survived by sons: Steve, David and wife Patsy, Duane, Rod
and wife Tammy and daughter,&nbsp;Cindy
Abend; 9 grandchildren including: Kara Miller and husband Aaron, Lucas
Maddy, Katie Gualtieri and husband Charles, Christopher Maddy and fiancé
Savannah Smith, Marisa Maddy, Molly Thrailkill and husband Ryan, James Donahey
and wife Amelia, Kelly Donahey and husband Zebulon Zang, Ryan Maddy and wife
Angel, Kristen Fahrenbruch and husband Kiel and Cassandra Padia and husband
David Sanchez; great grandchildren: Olivia, Madeline, Jacob and Charlotte
(parents Kara and Aaron Miller),&nbsp; Hayden, Logan, Lincoln and Ledger
(parents Katie and Charles Gualtieri), Caroline and Colin (parents Kristen and
Kiel Fahrenbruch), Antonella and Beckham (parents Ryan and Angel Maddy), and
Caleb, (parents Cassandra Padia and David Sanchez). She is also survived by her
brothers: Warren Sidman and wife Iona, Stuttgart, KS and Eric Sidman and wife
Beverly, Norton, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760214937146.jpeg" alt="Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy" />
 <figcaption>Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy</figcaption>
 </figure>Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy passed away peacefully on October 7,
2025 in her home in Greeley, Colorado surrounded by family members.Suzann F Maddy was born May 4, 1934 at their farm home near
Oronoque, KS and was the daughter of Paul Sidman and Dorothea Faye
(Burd).&nbsp; She was raised on a farm 7 1/2 miles West and 1 mile south of
Norton, Kansas. Her siblings include Gene Sidman (deceased), Warren Sidman and
Eric Sidman.Her father Paul, who loved music, instilled that love for music in
Susie as she learned to play the piano and clarinet. In 1951 she graduated from
Norton Community High School and in 1952 married James A. Maddy of Norton, KS
at a church in Selma, Alabama.&nbsp; They lived together while Jim served in
the air force at Craig Air Force Base near Selma. In 1954 Jim was discharged
from the Air Force and they moved back to the Maddy family farm with their
first son, Steve. The family grew quickly to 5 kids including Steve, David,
Cindy, Duane and Rod.Susie was fun loving and a hard worker, as she helped with all the
family operations including farming, livestock and later their growing family
custom harvesting business. As their harvesting business grew, she would stay
home in the summer and take care of the farming and cow-calf operation while
handling all the family record keeping. She was also a great cook delivering
many homemade meals to their crew and family members working in the field.Together with her family, she participated in 4-H, pheasant
hunting, taught piano lessons, all while keeping the family members on schedule
with their activities. Her interests included playing classical and ragtime
music on her Wurlitzer piano. She enjoyed traveling the world sometimes with
her best friend Marlene Wilmot and daughter Cindy.In 2011, She moved to Greeley, Colorado and spent much of her time
traveling the southwest to Bluegrass Festivals with her two corgis, Charlie and
Phoebe. She would travel many times back and forth from Greeley to her Norton
home and visit her beloved friend Shirley Newell.She is survived by sons: Steve, David and wife Patsy, Duane, Rod
and wife Tammy and daughter,&nbsp;Cindy
Abend; 9 grandchildren including: Kara Miller and husband Aaron, Lucas
Maddy, Katie Gualtieri and husband Charles, Christopher Maddy and fiancé
Savannah Smith, Marisa Maddy, Molly Thrailkill and husband Ryan, James Donahey
and wife Amelia, Kelly Donahey and husband Zebulon Zang, Ryan Maddy and wife
Angel, Kristen Fahrenbruch and husband Kiel and Cassandra Padia and husband
David Sanchez; great grandchildren: Olivia, Madeline, Jacob and Charlotte
(parents Kara and Aaron Miller),&nbsp; Hayden, Logan, Lincoln and Ledger
(parents Katie and Charles Gualtieri), Caroline and Colin (parents Kristen and
Kiel Fahrenbruch), Antonella and Beckham (parents Ryan and Angel Maddy), and
Caleb, (parents Cassandra Padia and David Sanchez). She is also survived by her
brothers: Warren Sidman and wife Iona, Stuttgart, KS and Eric Sidman and wife
Beverly, Norton, Kansas.

Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy

Phyllis Jean Schniepp, age 92,
passed away October 9, 2025, at Cedar Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas.
She was born on February 6, 1933, in Wichita, Kansas, to Delbert and Esther
Dreasher. Upon her mother’s passing at the age of three, Phyllis and her sister
JoAnn were adopted and lovingly raised by her Uncle Warren and Aunt Grace in
Bazine, Kansas.

On June 3, 1951,
Phyllis married Glenn Schniepp. Together, they shared 69 wonderful years of
marriage and raised four sons on their family farm in Bazine. Together they
owned and operated two businesses - Schniepp Construction and Schniepp Grain
where Phyllis served as bookkeeper for both businesses. Phyllis and Glenn were
devoted members of the Bazine United Methodist Church, where they sang together
in the choir. They were also part of a Praise Team, offering music for many
services, celebrations, and funerals.

Phyllis was a
devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She found joy in preparing delicious
meals for her family, tending to her gardens, spending time with her
grandchildren, and caring for her beloved cats.

She is survived by
her four sons: Larry (Belinda) Schniepp of Shenandoah, Iowa; Terry (Colleen)
Schniepp and Marlin (Billie H.-Schniepp) Schniepp, both of Cottage Grove,
Minnesota; and Charles Schniepp of Bazine. She is also survived by her
brother-in-law, Robert Schniepp of Madison, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren and
several great-grandchildren.

Phyllis was preceded
in death by her husband, Glenn Schniepp; her parents, Delbert and Esther
Dreasher; and sister, JoAnn Rein and infant grandsons Travis and Dalton
Schniepp.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760215094746.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Jean Schniepp" />
 <figcaption>Phyllis Jean Schniepp</figcaption>
 </figure>Phyllis Jean Schniepp, age 92,
passed away October 9, 2025, at Cedar Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas.
She was born on February 6, 1933, in Wichita, Kansas, to Delbert and Esther
Dreasher. Upon her mother’s passing at the age of three, Phyllis and her sister
JoAnn were adopted and lovingly raised by her Uncle Warren and Aunt Grace in
Bazine, Kansas.On June 3, 1951,
Phyllis married Glenn Schniepp. Together, they shared 69 wonderful years of
marriage and raised four sons on their family farm in Bazine. Together they
owned and operated two businesses - Schniepp Construction and Schniepp Grain
where Phyllis served as bookkeeper for both businesses. Phyllis and Glenn were
devoted members of the Bazine United Methodist Church, where they sang together
in the choir. They were also part of a Praise Team, offering music for many
services, celebrations, and funerals.Phyllis was a
devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She found joy in preparing delicious
meals for her family, tending to her gardens, spending time with her
grandchildren, and caring for her beloved cats.She is survived by
her four sons: Larry (Belinda) Schniepp of Shenandoah, Iowa; Terry (Colleen)
Schniepp and Marlin (Billie H.-Schniepp) Schniepp, both of Cottage Grove,
Minnesota; and Charles Schniepp of Bazine. She is also survived by her
brother-in-law, Robert Schniepp of Madison, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren and
several great-grandchildren.Phyllis was preceded
in death by her husband, Glenn Schniepp; her parents, Delbert and Esther
Dreasher; and sister, JoAnn Rein and infant grandsons Travis and Dalton
Schniepp.Funeral service will
be on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Ness City Methodist Church, Ness City,
KS, 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Ness City Cemetery. Viewing will be
held on Monday, October 13, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. with the family
present from 5-7 p.m. Memorial
contributions may be given to Christ Pilot Me Hill or Bazine Methodist Church.Words of comfort and
support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

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