James Lawrence Luedke was born the third of five children of Norman and 
Bonna Lea Luedke, on July 13, 1954, in Atwood, Kansas. He departed this 
life November 2, 2022, at the age of 68. 
James worked closely with his dad, Norman, in the family business, 
Luedke Construction. He is the only son that started working for the 
business from the time his dad started the business in 1968 until his 
father retired in 2008. James then went to work for Finley Ready-Mix 
until he retired in 2017. He had a great work ethic. He graduated from 
Atwood High School. He was a member of Atwood United Methodist Church. 
James loved following family sporting events, especially wrestling. He 
had a hearty laugh which will be missed by all who knew and loved him. 
He was known for saying “Family and friends are everything”. 
Preceding him in death were his parents, Norman and Bonna Lea, and a 
great nephew, Bear Luedke. Those remaining to celebrate his life are 
brothers, Dennis (Bernadette), and Dale, of Atwood, KS and Brian (Judy) 
of Colby, KS; sister Lisa (Jim) of Lakin, KS; Aunt Claudette and Uncle 
Gene Anderson, Colony, KS and nephews, nieces and other relatives and 
friends. 
Visitation will be at 9:30 AM on Monday, November 7, 2022, with the 
memorial service following at 10:30 AM at Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, 
with interment at Fairview Cemetery.

Memorial funds have been 
established in his name to Atwood United Methodist Church and Atwood 
Kids Wrestling Club and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box
 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>James Lawrence Luedke was born the third of five children of Norman and 
Bonna Lea Luedke, on July 13, 1954, in Atwood, Kansas. He departed this 
life November 2, 2022, at the age of 68. 
James worked closely with his dad, Norman, in the family business, 
Luedke Construction. He is the only son that started working for the 
business from the time his dad started the business in 1968 until his 
father retired in 2008. James then went to work for Finley Ready-Mix 
until he retired in 2017. He had a great work ethic. He graduated from 
Atwood High School. He was a member of Atwood United Methodist Church. 
James loved following family sporting events, especially wrestling. He 
had a hearty laugh which will be missed by all who knew and loved him. 
He was known for saying “Family and friends are everything”. 
Preceding him in death were his parents, Norman and Bonna Lea, and a 
great nephew, Bear Luedke. Those remaining to celebrate his life are 
brothers, Dennis (Bernadette), and Dale, of Atwood, KS and Brian (Judy) 
of Colby, KS; sister Lisa (Jim) of Lakin, KS; Aunt Claudette and Uncle 
Gene Anderson, Colony, KS and nephews, nieces and other relatives and 
friends. 
Visitation will be at 9:30 AM on Monday, November 7, 2022, with the 
memorial service following at 10:30 AM at Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, 
with interment at Fairview Cemetery. Memorial funds have been 
established in his name to Atwood United Methodist Church and Atwood 
Kids Wrestling Club and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box
 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

James Lawrence Luedke

Marvin Franklin Cloe, 76, of Colby, Kansas passed away on Saturday, 
October 29, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center after a courageous battle 
with cancer. 
He was born October 19, 1946, in Colby to the late Claude H. Cloe and 
Veta (Graham) Cloe. He graduated from Atwood High School in 1964 and 
later from Colby Community College with a degree in Criminal Justice. 
Marvin enlisted in the United States Army in 1965 and was sent to 
Vietnam. Upon returning he served in the Army National Guard where he 
was also sent to serve his country in Desert Storm. Marvin served a 
total of 37 years in the army and reserves. He served his community as a
 police officer in Colby for 11 years. He then worked for Williams 
Natural Gas and Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline where he retired. 
Marvin was a member of the United Methodist Church and volunteered for 
the Visitor’s Center in Colby. He was a special man, who was greatly 
loved and admired by his friends, family, and community. His 
friendliness and charm will be greatly missed. He loved his family, 
cats, community, and garden, which brought endless fruits and vegetables
 to everyone he knew. 
He is survived by his children, Tina (Kevin) Alford, Bradley “Scott” 
Cloe, Chase (fiancé Maggie) Cloe and Randi (Jarrod) Glissmann; five 
grandchildren, Justin (Taylor), Brandon (Ashley), Mason, Breahna and 
Sophie and 4 great-grandchildren, Ryder, Brayden, Vivienne, and Sutton. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Christopher, and his brother, Charles. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, November 4, 2022, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Saturday, November
 5, 2022, at the mortuary, with burial in Beulah Cemetery, Colby.


Memorials may be made to the NWKS Foundation for Hope or the Colby 
American Legion and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO box 391, 
Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Marvin Franklin Cloe, 76, of Colby, Kansas passed away on Saturday, 
October 29, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center after a courageous battle 
with cancer. 
He was born October 19, 1946, in Colby to the late Claude H. Cloe and 
Veta (Graham) Cloe. He graduated from Atwood High School in 1964 and 
later from Colby Community College with a degree in Criminal Justice. 
Marvin enlisted in the United States Army in 1965 and was sent to 
Vietnam. Upon returning he served in the Army National Guard where he 
was also sent to serve his country in Desert Storm. Marvin served a 
total of 37 years in the army and reserves. He served his community as a
 police officer in Colby for 11 years. He then worked for Williams 
Natural Gas and Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline where he retired. 
Marvin was a member of the United Methodist Church and volunteered for 
the Visitor’s Center in Colby. He was a special man, who was greatly 
loved and admired by his friends, family, and community. His 
friendliness and charm will be greatly missed. He loved his family, 
cats, community, and garden, which brought endless fruits and vegetables
 to everyone he knew. 
He is survived by his children, Tina (Kevin) Alford, Bradley “Scott” 
Cloe, Chase (fiancé Maggie) Cloe and Randi (Jarrod) Glissmann; five 
grandchildren, Justin (Taylor), Brandon (Ashley), Mason, Breahna and 
Sophie and 4 great-grandchildren, Ryder, Brayden, Vivienne, and Sutton. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Christopher, and his brother, Charles. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, November 4, 2022, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Saturday, November
 5, 2022, at the mortuary, with burial in Beulah Cemetery, Colby. 
Memorials may be made to the NWKS Foundation for Hope or the Colby 
American Legion and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO box 391, 
Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Marvin Franklin Cloe

Blaine Albert Baxter passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 
the age of 78 in Stockton, Kansas. He was born on December 3, 1943, in 
Hays, Kansas, to Victor Reid and Ruth (Blauer) Baxter. He was united in 
marriage to Margaret Diana “Diane” Miller on March 20, 1970. The couple 
was blessed with five children: Cash, Jean, Matthew, Chauncey, and 
Michael.

Blaine was a lifetime resident of Stockton, 
Kansas, and graduated with the class of 1961. Blaine began working at the
 age of 15 for local electrician Dale Shelton.  Although starting 
out doing odd jobs for Dale, Blaine eventually learned the trade, which 
started a 50-year career in commercial, industrial, and agricultural 
electric work.

In addition to his career as an 
electrician, Blaine owned a hardware store with his father and a bait 
and tackle store with his wife. He was always proud to say that he was 
in business on Main Street Stockton for fifty years.

Although
 Blaine was a hard worker, a trait that he instilled into all his 
children, he also liked to play hard. He was a known fisherman and loved
 the outdoors. In his youth you would find him on the river or exploring
 the fields around Stockton in search of an arrowhead. He loved to spend
 time at Webster Reservoir, Kirwin Reservoir, and Waconda Lake. Although
 he couldn't fish in his later years, he never declined a trip to the 
lake and loved to teach his grandchildren how to throw rocks in the 
water. When not at the lake, you could find him at the bait shop's back 
table in a game of five-point, cutthroat pitch with his friends and 
family.

Through his time at the bait shop, Blaine 
became a well-known member of the Stockton community. He was always 
happy to see customers and would quickly befriend any person who came 
in, whether it was a local or out-of-state hunter visiting for a 
weekend. In fact, many of Blaine's closest friends were frequent 
customers or hunters who made a yearly trip to Stockton.

He
 is survived by his wife, Diane Baxter of Stockton, KS; children, Cash 
Baxter of Stockton, KS, Jean (Mike) Rohr of Russell, KS, Matthew Baxter 
of Stockton, KS, Chauncey (Staci) Baxter of Salina, KS, and Michael 
(Jackie) Baxter of Hays, KS; brother, Steve (Cheryl) Baxter of Stockton,
 KS; and nine grandchildren, Aidan Rohr, Mason Rohr, Hailey Baxter, 
Dylan Baxter, Slayde Baxter, Jackson Tanner, Kynadee Tanner, Eli Baxter,
 and Lily Baxter.

Blaine is preceded in death by his parents, Victor Reid and Ruth Baxter; and brother, Rudy Baxter.

A
 Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on December 3, 2022, 2:00 PM
 until 4:00 PM at the St. Thomas Parish Center in Stockton.

In
 lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospital or 
Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North First, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Blaine Albert Baxter passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 
the age of 78 in Stockton, Kansas. He was born on December 3, 1943, in 
Hays, Kansas, to Victor Reid and Ruth (Blauer) Baxter. He was united in 
marriage to Margaret Diana “Diane” Miller on March 20, 1970. The couple 
was blessed with five children: Cash, Jean, Matthew, Chauncey, and 
Michael.Blaine was a lifetime resident of Stockton, 
Kansas, and graduated with the class of 1961. Blaine began working at the
 age of 15 for local electrician Dale Shelton. Although starting 
out doing odd jobs for Dale, Blaine eventually learned the trade, which 
started a 50-year career in commercial, industrial, and agricultural 
electric work.In addition to his career as an 
electrician, Blaine owned a hardware store with his father and a bait 
and tackle store with his wife. He was always proud to say that he was 
in business on Main Street Stockton for fifty years.Although
 Blaine was a hard worker, a trait that he instilled into all his 
children, he also liked to play hard. He was a known fisherman and loved
 the outdoors. In his youth you would find him on the river or exploring
 the fields around Stockton in search of an arrowhead. He loved to spend
 time at Webster Reservoir, Kirwin Reservoir, and Waconda Lake. Although
 he couldn't fish in his later years, he never declined a trip to the 
lake and loved to teach his grandchildren how to throw rocks in the 
water. When not at the lake, you could find him at the bait shop's back 
table in a game of five-point, cutthroat pitch with his friends and 
family.Through his time at the bait shop, Blaine 
became a well-known member of the Stockton community. He was always 
happy to see customers and would quickly befriend any person who came 
in, whether it was a local or out-of-state hunter visiting for a 
weekend. In fact, many of Blaine's closest friends were frequent 
customers or hunters who made a yearly trip to Stockton.He
 is survived by his wife, Diane Baxter of Stockton, KS; children, Cash 
Baxter of Stockton, KS, Jean (Mike) Rohr of Russell, KS, Matthew Baxter 
of Stockton, KS, Chauncey (Staci) Baxter of Salina, KS, and Michael 
(Jackie) Baxter of Hays, KS; brother, Steve (Cheryl) Baxter of Stockton,
 KS; and nine grandchildren, Aidan Rohr, Mason Rohr, Hailey Baxter, 
Dylan Baxter, Slayde Baxter, Jackson Tanner, Kynadee Tanner, Eli Baxter,
 and Lily Baxter.Blaine is preceded in death by his parents, Victor Reid and Ruth Baxter; and brother, Rudy Baxter.A
 Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on December 3, 2022, 2:00 PM
 until 4:00 PM at the St. Thomas Parish Center in Stockton.In
 lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospital or 
Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North First, Stockton, KS 67669.

Blaine Albert Baxter

Dennis Dinkel, age 67, passed away on 
Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Wheatridge Park Care Center in 
Liberal, Kansas, surrounded by his children. He was born December 12, 
1954, in Hays, Kansas, to Leo and Odellia “Tillie” Schamberger Dinkel.&nbsp; 
He was an auto mechanic.

Dennis attended school in Gove County, graduating from Quinter High 
School in 1971.&nbsp;He was a member of the Catholic Church. He was a former 
member of the Knights of Columbus.

Dennis was a lifelong sports fan, watching every sporting event he 
could, particularly the KC Royals, KC Chiefs, and KU Basketball. He 
especially enjoyed taking his grandchildren to Disney World.&nbsp;

Survivors include four children, Rachel (Dinkel) See and husband 
David, Scott City, KS, Anthony Dinkel and wife Julia, Liberal, KS, 
Leatte (Dinkel) Helsel and husband Brandt, Liberal, KS; Michael Dinkel 
and his wife, Monica, Grand Island, NE, and eight grandchildren;&nbsp;Jax, 
Andrew, Allison, Courtney, Ella, Kenadi, Hazel, and little Logan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother Steven Dinkel.

Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2022,&nbsp; at the Scott County Cemetery with Fr. Don Bedore presiding.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dennis 
Dinkel Memorial Fund for his grandchildren’s education in care of Price 
&amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Dennis’s family will be receiving friends on Sunday, November 6, 2022,&nbsp; from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S.
 Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Dennis Dinkel, age 67, passed away on 
Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Wheatridge Park Care Center in 
Liberal, Kansas, surrounded by his children. He was born December 12, 
1954, in Hays, Kansas, to Leo and Odellia “Tillie” Schamberger Dinkel.&nbsp; 
He was an auto mechanic. Dennis attended school in Gove County, graduating from Quinter High 
School in 1971.&nbsp;He was a member of the Catholic Church. He was a former 
member of the Knights of Columbus. Dennis was a lifelong sports fan, watching every sporting event he 
could, particularly the KC Royals, KC Chiefs, and KU Basketball. He 
especially enjoyed taking his grandchildren to Disney World.&nbsp; Survivors include four children, Rachel (Dinkel) See and husband 
David, Scott City, KS, Anthony Dinkel and wife Julia, Liberal, KS, 
Leatte (Dinkel) Helsel and husband Brandt, Liberal, KS; Michael Dinkel 
and his wife, Monica, Grand Island, NE, and eight grandchildren;&nbsp;Jax, 
Andrew, Allison, Courtney, Ella, Kenadi, Hazel, and little Logan. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother Steven Dinkel.Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2022,&nbsp; at the Scott County Cemetery with Fr. Don Bedore presiding.In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dennis 
Dinkel Memorial Fund for his grandchildren’s education in care of Price 
&amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Dennis’s family will be receiving friends on Sunday, November 6, 2022,&nbsp; from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S.
 Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Dennis Dinkel

Robert Alan Dollison, 53, of Russell, Kansas, and formerly of Bullard,
 Texas, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the Russell Regional 
Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

Robert was born July 1, 1969, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of 
Charles L. and Marcia Ann (Mueller) Dollison.&nbsp; Grew up and graduated 
from Osborne High School in the Class of 1988.

Robert served his country in the U.S. Air Force as Security Police.&nbsp; After his tour of duty, he returned to Osborne.

Robert was in Law Enforcement for over 20 years working in Osborne, 
Lincoln, Kansas, and Ector County, Texas.&nbsp; The obtained his computer 
degree and work in the IT office of Judicial Systems Inc. in Texas.

Surviving family include his father, Charles Dollison (Thalia) of 
Tyler, Texas; brother, Bill Dollison (Amy) of Russell, Kansas; niece 
Bailey Dollison and nephew Cody Dollison (Ali).&nbsp; He was preceded in 
death by his mother.

A private burial of ashes will take place at a later date at American
 Heritage Cemetery, a Veterans Cemetery in Texas.&nbsp; Condolences may be 
sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these 
arrangements.

Robert Alan Dollison, 53, of Russell, Kansas, and formerly of Bullard,
 Texas, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the Russell Regional 
Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.Robert was born July 1, 1969, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of 
Charles L. and Marcia Ann (Mueller) Dollison.&nbsp; Grew up and graduated 
from Osborne High School in the Class of 1988.Robert served his country in the U.S. Air Force as Security Police.&nbsp; After his tour of duty, he returned to Osborne.Robert was in Law Enforcement for over 20 years working in Osborne, 
Lincoln, Kansas, and Ector County, Texas.&nbsp; The obtained his computer 
degree and work in the IT office of Judicial Systems Inc. in Texas.Surviving family include his father, Charles Dollison (Thalia) of 
Tyler, Texas; brother, Bill Dollison (Amy) of Russell, Kansas; niece 
Bailey Dollison and nephew Cody Dollison (Ali).&nbsp; He was preceded in 
death by his mother.A private burial of ashes will take place at a later date at American
 Heritage Cemetery, a Veterans Cemetery in Texas.&nbsp; Condolences may be 
sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these 
arrangements.

Robert Alan Dollison

On Sunday, October 23rd, 2022, William "Bill" Getty passed away at the age of 89. He was born on March 18th, 1933, in Downs, Kansas, to William and Hazel (McStay) Getty. Bill graduated from Downs High School. He was a Marine and served in the Korean War.

On June 10, 1956, he married Audrey Bedient and together they raised one daughter, Lynne. Growing up, Bill played a variety of sports, from baseball with Osborne American Legion to being a member of the 1950 undefeated Downs High School basketball team. He even went on to be the assistant coach for the 1971 Logan High School state champions in basketball. Bill also loved to golf and spent many hours on the various golf courses in the area. He won many golf awards over the years. In his later years, Bill could be found with a never ending supply of Brach’s jelly beans and a steady rotation of true crime novels. Bill was preceded in death by his father William, his mother Hazel, his sisters Jeanne, Helen, Liz, and Elaine, as well as his wife Audrey. He is survived by his daughter Lynne Getty of Hendersonville NC, his sister Pat Steen of Ulysses KS, his brother Steven Getty of Ottawa KS, several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. No services are being held, as Bill would not have wanted any additional attention. His daughter would like to thank the staff at SunPorch of Smith County for caring for Bill with such dignity and respect. Memorials may be given to SunPorch of Smith County or the Smith Center Municipal Golf Course in care of Lynne Getty, 34 Old White St, Hendersonville, NC. 28791. Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS. 67437 in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>On Sunday, October 23rd, 2022, William "Bill" Getty passed away at the age of 89. He was born on March 18th, 1933, in Downs, Kansas, to William and Hazel (McStay) Getty. Bill graduated from Downs High School. He was a Marine and served in the Korean War. On June 10, 1956, he married Audrey Bedient and together they raised one daughter, Lynne. Growing up, Bill played a variety of sports, from baseball with Osborne American Legion to being a member of the 1950 undefeated Downs High School basketball team. He even went on to be the assistant coach for the 1971 Logan High School state champions in basketball. Bill also loved to golf and spent many hours on the various golf courses in the area. He won many golf awards over the years. In his later years, Bill could be found with a never ending supply of Brach’s jelly beans and a steady rotation of true crime novels. Bill was preceded in death by his father William, his mother Hazel, his sisters Jeanne, Helen, Liz, and Elaine, as well as his wife Audrey. He is survived by his daughter Lynne Getty of Hendersonville NC, his sister Pat Steen of Ulysses KS, his brother Steven Getty of Ottawa KS, several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. No services are being held, as Bill would not have wanted any additional attention. His daughter would like to thank the staff at SunPorch of Smith County for caring for Bill with such dignity and respect. Memorials may be given to SunPorch of Smith County or the Smith Center Municipal Golf Course in care of Lynne Getty, 34 Old White St, Hendersonville, NC. 28791. Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS. 67437 in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

William ‘Bill’ Getty

Bonnie Lou Schartz, 90, passed away November 2, 2022, at Thorne Care 
Center-Wesley Towers, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born June 3, 1932, in 
Russell, KS, the youngest child of eleven, to James Harbaugh and Bertha 
(Ringeisen) Harbaugh.

Bonnie was a 1950 graduate of Great Bend High School, Great Bend, KS.

On October 16, 1951, she married Aubrey Linus Schartz, in Ellinwood, 
KS.&nbsp; They shared over 62 years of marriage, prior to his death on 
September 14, 2014.

Bonnie is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Dennis (Berniece) Schartz of 
Enid, OK, Conan Schartz of Hutchinson, KS, Po Ellen (Larry) Anderson of 
Great Bend, KS, Jo Schartz of Hutchinson, KS, Glen (Debbie) Schartz of 
Hutchinson, KS, and Zeta (Stan) Boese of Hutchinson, KS; nine 
grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; and all ten siblings.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Wesley Towers 
Foundation, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Bonnie Lou Schartz, 90, passed away November 2, 2022, at Thorne Care 
Center-Wesley Towers, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; She was born June 3, 1932, in 
Russell, KS, the youngest child of eleven, to James Harbaugh and Bertha 
(Ringeisen) Harbaugh.Bonnie was a 1950 graduate of Great Bend High School, Great Bend, KS.On October 16, 1951, she married Aubrey Linus Schartz, in Ellinwood, 
KS.&nbsp; They shared over 62 years of marriage, prior to his death on 
September 14, 2014.Bonnie is survived by:&nbsp; her children, Dennis (Berniece) Schartz of 
Enid, OK, Conan Schartz of Hutchinson, KS, Po Ellen (Larry) Anderson of 
Great Bend, KS, Jo Schartz of Hutchinson, KS, Glen (Debbie) Schartz of 
Hutchinson, KS, and Zeta (Stan) Boese of Hutchinson, KS; nine 
grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; husband; and all ten siblings.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Wesley Towers 
Foundation, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Bonnie Lou Schartz

Rosemary Walters Gerstner, 100, joined the legions of angels and saints 
on October 31, 2022. She was a devoted woman of faith as well as a 
sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and 
great-great-grandmother. 

Rosemary was born in the unincorporated town of
 Severin, Kansas, and grew up in Hays, Kansas, where she was raised with 
her 10 sisters and 1 brother. At the age of 10, Rosemary lost her mother
 and sister to ptomaine poisoning. Another sister succumbed to polio. 
She worked as a retail clerk at Weisner's Department Store to help with 
family finances and graduated from Girls Catholic High. She was married 
almost 60 years to the love of her life, Ernest Gerstner, when he passed
 in 2002. Together they raised four children, Miriam Wilson, Gregory, 
Linda Manning (Michael), and Debra Jones (Robert). Her 
half-brother, Ronald Walters and half-sister, Janet Gerstner will carry 
on the Walters family traditions. She also leaves eight grandchildren, 
Melissa Sims (John), Wanda Walters (James), Aaron and Joey Gerstner, 
Matthew (Chelsea) and Monica Manning, Rachel and John Jones; seven 
great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren to carry on her
 legacy of love and faith. In addition to her husband, 
Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Monica Walters,
 her step-mother, Rose Walters, all of her sisters, brother, 
step-brother and step-sister. Rosemary's faith was most 
important to her. Rosemary attended St. Pius X Catholic Church in 
Conyers, GA, volunteering in the St. Cecilia Parish Choir, The 
Resurrection Choir (funeral choir), money counting, as well as aiding 
whenever called for last minute needs of the parish. Once her 
children were in school, Rosemary worked for Internal Revenue Service 
during the tax season, entering returns manually, until something better
 came along: computers. She then trained on punch cards (remember 
those?). She moved on to training new employees and writing a training 
manual. After retirement, Rosemary became a hospital volunteer at St. 
Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta, until she and Ernest moved to Conyers. She
 continued her hospital volunteer work for Rockdale Medical Center (now 
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital) for 19 years. While Rosemary saw 
and experienced a lot of changes over her 100 years, she left an 
indelible mark on her family, friends, and church. A Funeral 
Mass will be held Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Pius X 
Catholic Church with Father Juan Areiza as Celebrant; interment will 
follow at Peachtree Memorial Park in Norcross. Family will receive 
friends Friday, November 4, 2022, from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral 
home. To view service live, click on the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.YouTube.com/SPXConyers" target="_blank">https://www.YouTube.com/SPXConyers</a> In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Pius X Catholic Church or The Hospital Auxiliary at Piedmont Rockdale. Condolences may be submitted online at <a href="http://www.scotward.com" target="_blank">www.scotward.com</a>. Scot Ward Funeral Services, 699 American Legion Road, Conyers, GA 30012, 770-483-7216.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rosemary Walters Gerstner, 100, joined the legions of angels and saints 
on October 31, 2022. She was a devoted woman of faith as well as a 
sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and 
great-great-grandmother. Rosemary was born in the unincorporated town of
 Severin, Kansas, and grew up in Hays, Kansas, where she was raised with 
her 10 sisters and 1 brother. At the age of 10, Rosemary lost her mother
 and sister to ptomaine poisoning. Another sister succumbed to polio. 
She worked as a retail clerk at Weisner's Department Store to help with 
family finances and graduated from Girls Catholic High. She was married 
almost 60 years to the love of her life, Ernest Gerstner, when he passed
 in 2002. Together they raised four children, Miriam Wilson, Gregory, 
Linda Manning (Michael), and Debra Jones (Robert). Her 
half-brother, Ronald Walters and half-sister, Janet Gerstner will carry 
on the Walters family traditions. She also leaves eight grandchildren, 
Melissa Sims (John), Wanda Walters (James), Aaron and Joey Gerstner, 
Matthew (Chelsea) and Monica Manning, Rachel and John Jones; seven 
great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren to carry on her
 legacy of love and faith. In addition to her husband, 
Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Monica Walters,
 her step-mother, Rose Walters, all of her sisters, brother, 
step-brother and step-sister. Rosemary's faith was most 
important to her. Rosemary attended St. Pius X Catholic Church in 
Conyers, GA, volunteering in the St. Cecilia Parish Choir, The 
Resurrection Choir (funeral choir), money counting, as well as aiding 
whenever called for last minute needs of the parish. Once her 
children were in school, Rosemary worked for Internal Revenue Service 
during the tax season, entering returns manually, until something better
 came along: computers. She then trained on punch cards (remember 
those?). She moved on to training new employees and writing a training 
manual. After retirement, Rosemary became a hospital volunteer at St. 
Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta, until she and Ernest moved to Conyers. She
 continued her hospital volunteer work for Rockdale Medical Center (now 
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital) for 19 years. While Rosemary saw 
and experienced a lot of changes over her 100 years, she left an 
indelible mark on her family, friends, and church. A Funeral 
Mass will be held Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 10:30 am at St. Pius X 
Catholic Church with Father Juan Areiza as Celebrant; interment will 
follow at Peachtree Memorial Park in Norcross. Family will receive 
friends Friday, November 4, 2022, from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral 
home. To view service live, click on the following link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.YouTube.com/SPXConyers" target="_blank">https://www.YouTube.com/SPXConyers</a> In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Pius X Catholic Church or The Hospital Auxiliary at Piedmont Rockdale. Condolences may be submitted online at <a href="http://www.scotward.com" target="_blank">www.scotward.com</a>. Scot Ward Funeral Services, 699 American Legion Road, Conyers, GA 30012, 770-483-7216.&nbsp;

Rosemary Walters Gerstner

Brandon Lee Leiker, 32, Hays, died Monday, October 31, 2022, in Rural Rush County.

He was born December 26, 1989, in Hays, 
the son of Paul and Cheryl (Dinkel) Leiker.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a 2008 graduate of 
Hays High School and a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 
in Munjor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brandon loved being a lifelong farmer, and he farmed south 
of Munjor.&nbsp;&nbsp;From little on up, every chance he had, he would ride with 
his grandpa or his dad on the tractor.&nbsp;&nbsp;He especially loved harvest, was
 so proud when he could finally drive the combine by himself, and looked
 forward to the delicious food his mom would bring out to the 
field.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brandon loved playing cards with family and friends, going to 
auctions with his brothers, and spending time with his little sister 
Brittnee, whom he was very protective of.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brandon became an uncle in 
May of 2021 and his little nephew Jayden was his pride and joy.&nbsp;&nbsp;He 
loved to hang out with him every chance he got and always had the 
biggest smile when he was with him.

Survivors include his parents: Paul and
 Cheryl Leiker of Hays, maternal grandparents: Delmar Dinkel of Hays and
 Arlene Giebler and husband Ivan of Hays, two brothers: Jordan Leiker 
and wife Jenaya of Hays and Blake Leiker of Munjor, a sister: Brittnee 
Leiker of Hays, nephew Jayden Leiker, and numerous aunts, uncles, and 
cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Norbert P. and Betty Leiker.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic
 Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in St.
 Francis Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Friday
 and from 9:00 am until 9:40 on Saturday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Friday 
at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to Brandon’s nephew Jayden
 for his education and checks can be made payable to: Paul 
Leiker.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Brandon may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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the son of Paul and Cheryl (Dinkel) Leiker.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a 2008 graduate of 
Hays High School and a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 
in Munjor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brandon loved being a lifelong farmer, and he farmed south 
of Munjor.&nbsp;&nbsp;From little on up, every chance he had, he would ride with 
his grandpa or his dad on the tractor.&nbsp;&nbsp;He especially loved harvest, was
 so proud when he could finally drive the combine by himself, and looked
 forward to the delicious food his mom would bring out to the 
field.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brandon loved playing cards with family and friends, going to 
auctions with his brothers, and spending time with his little sister 
Brittnee, whom he was very protective of.&nbsp;&nbsp;Brandon became an uncle in 
May of 2021 and his little nephew Jayden was his pride and joy.&nbsp;&nbsp;He 
loved to hang out with him every chance he got and always had the 
biggest smile when he was with him.Survivors include his parents: Paul and
 Cheryl Leiker of Hays, maternal grandparents: Delmar Dinkel of Hays and
 Arlene Giebler and husband Ivan of Hays, two brothers: Jordan Leiker 
and wife Jenaya of Hays and Blake Leiker of Munjor, a sister: Brittnee 
Leiker of Hays, nephew Jayden Leiker, and numerous aunts, uncles, and 
cousins.He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Norbert P. and Betty Leiker.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic
 Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in St.
 Francis Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Friday
 and from 9:00 am until 9:40 on Saturday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Friday 
at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to Brandon’s nephew Jayden
 for his education and checks can be made payable to: Paul 
Leiker.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Brandon may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brandon Lee Leiker

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

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

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

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

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

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc.

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

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

Lila Riemann

December 3, 1943
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 2, 2022

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

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 2, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Berta 
Beth Moss, 85, of Salina, Kansas. She passed on Tuesday, November 1st, 
2022, at her home in Salina, Kansas.

Berta was born in 
Beloit, Kansas on February 26, 1937, to Ethel O. (Margreiter) and Dwight
 A Timbers.  She was united in marriage to Dan Moss and together they 
had 3 children, Zan, Krista, and A.T.  Berta and Dan celebrated 66 years
 of marriage.

Berta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and 
great grandmother.  She and Dan loved to travel to visit family and 
friends and to spend time in many island destinations.  Her true love 
was to entertain by cooking and baking and sharing her meals with family
 and friends.   Her home was always a welcome and loving place to stay.

Survivors
 include her husband, Daniel "Dan" Moss; daughter, Krista Decker (Kurt),
 of Downs, Kansas; &nbsp;two sons, Daniel "Zan" Moss (Kerry), of Winnemucca, 
Nevada, Arden "A.T." Moss (Jodi), of Spring Creek, Nevada; 8 
grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and her sister, Bernita &nbsp;Eberle, 
of Glen Elder, Kansas.

She is preceded in death 
by her parents; siblings, Robert Timbers, Betty Timbers, Bernice Lilly, 
Roy Timbers, Bonnie Newell; &nbsp;brothers-in-law, Keith Lilly, Bob Eberle, 
Bill Newell; and sister-in-law, Dot Timbers.

Cremation 
has been chosen.  A memorial service will be at 11:00 am, Saturday, 
December 3, 2022, at First Baptist Church, 843 Lewis St., Salina, Kansas.
  A gathering of family and friends will be held after the service at 
the family home.

Donations may be made to First Baptist
 Church of Salina, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and 
Crematory,&nbsp;500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.

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 </figure>It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Berta 
Beth Moss, 85, of Salina, Kansas. She passed on Tuesday, November 1st, 
2022, at her home in Salina, Kansas.Berta was born in 
Beloit, Kansas on February 26, 1937, to Ethel O. (Margreiter) and Dwight
 A Timbers. She was united in marriage to Dan Moss and together they 
had 3 children, Zan, Krista, and A.T. Berta and Dan celebrated 66 years
 of marriage.Berta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and 
great grandmother. She and Dan loved to travel to visit family and 
friends and to spend time in many island destinations. Her true love 
was to entertain by cooking and baking and sharing her meals with family
 and friends. Her home was always a welcome and loving place to stay.Survivors
 include her husband, Daniel "Dan" Moss; daughter, Krista Decker (Kurt),
 of Downs, Kansas; &nbsp;two sons, Daniel "Zan" Moss (Kerry), of Winnemucca, 
Nevada, Arden "A.T." Moss (Jodi), of Spring Creek, Nevada; 8 
grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and her sister, Bernita &nbsp;Eberle, 
of Glen Elder, Kansas.She is preceded in death 
by her parents; siblings, Robert Timbers, Betty Timbers, Bernice Lilly, 
Roy Timbers, Bonnie Newell; &nbsp;brothers-in-law, Keith Lilly, Bob Eberle, 
Bill Newell; and sister-in-law, Dot Timbers.Cremation 
has been chosen. A memorial service will be at 11:00 am, Saturday, 
December 3, 2022, at First Baptist Church, 843 Lewis St., Salina, Kansas.
 A gathering of family and friends will be held after the service at 
the family home.Donations may be made to First Baptist
 Church of Salina, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and 
Crematory,&nbsp;500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.

Berta Beth Moss

Candis Elaine Hale, 77, died Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at High Plains
 Retirement Village in Lakin, Kansas. She was born June 19, 1945, in 
Wichita, Kansas. 
 Candis attended schools in Wichita and Lebanon, Kansas and 
graduated in 1963 from Lakin Rural High School where she participated in
 band, choir, and cheerleading. She then attended Fort Hays State 
University. She married Stephen M. McCormick and they lived in Hays, 
Kingman, Emporia, and Lakin, Kansas. Candis later married Waldo W. Hale
 in February 1980. Candis worked for Jon Wheat, D.D.S., County 
Emporium, Kep’s Menswear, and for several years was a lead volunteer for
 Jeanne B. Corley Hospice in Garden City. Candis was also a longtime 
member of PEO Chapter FQ, the Lakin Booster Club, she always dressed as 
the Easter Bunny at Easter, and was extremely involved in Love Lights A 
Tree for the American Cancer Society. Her hobbies included decorating, 
reading, cooking, playing cards, and she loved to spend time with her 
family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. 
 Survivors include her husband Waldo W. Hale of the home; four 
children Shannon M. &amp; wife Kelley McCormick of Lakin, KS, Peter J. 
McCormick of Durango, CO, Jeff &amp; wife Pam Hale of Hickory, NC, and 
Sheri L. &amp; husband David Kvamme of Tallahassee, FL; a brother Kelly 
&amp; wife Jatrice Cowan of Cedaredge, CO; a sister Cathy &amp; husband 
Doug Flummerfelt of Shenandoah, IA; ten grandchildren Brittany 
Barnhardt, S. Brooke McCormick, Bode McCormick, Taylor Robert, Regan 
Hale, Ali Hale, Trey Hale, Jordan Kvamme, Madison Kvamme, &amp; Jeffrey 
Kvamme; and four great-grandchildren Sophia Kvamme, Parks Robert, 
Annabelle Barnhardt, &amp; Clay Barnhardt. Candis is preceded in death 
by her parents Hugh A. &amp; Geraldine (Maib) Cowan and three 
great-grandchildren. 
 A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November
 5, 2022, at the Lakin Cemetery in Lakin, Kansas with Rev. Rita Stockton
 officiating. There will be no calling hours.

 The family suggests 
memorials given to the Kearny County Senior Center to be used for the 
Christmas Star Program and the Holiday Food Boxes in care of Garnand 
Funeral Home of Lakin, Kansas.  Condolences may be given at 
garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 Retirement Village in Lakin, Kansas. She was born June 19, 1945, in 
Wichita, Kansas. 
 Candis attended schools in Wichita and Lebanon, Kansas and 
graduated in 1963 from Lakin Rural High School where she participated in
 band, choir, and cheerleading. She then attended Fort Hays State 
University. She married Stephen M. McCormick and they lived in Hays, 
Kingman, Emporia, and Lakin, Kansas. Candis later married Waldo W. Hale
 in February 1980. Candis worked for Jon Wheat, D.D.S., County 
Emporium, Kep’s Menswear, and for several years was a lead volunteer for
 Jeanne B. Corley Hospice in Garden City. Candis was also a longtime 
member of PEO Chapter FQ, the Lakin Booster Club, she always dressed as 
the Easter Bunny at Easter, and was extremely involved in Love Lights A 
Tree for the American Cancer Society. Her hobbies included decorating, 
reading, cooking, playing cards, and she loved to spend time with her 
family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. 
 Survivors include her husband Waldo W. Hale of the home; four 
children Shannon M. &amp; wife Kelley McCormick of Lakin, KS, Peter J. 
McCormick of Durango, CO, Jeff &amp; wife Pam Hale of Hickory, NC, and 
Sheri L. &amp; husband David Kvamme of Tallahassee, FL; a brother Kelly 
&amp; wife Jatrice Cowan of Cedaredge, CO; a sister Cathy &amp; husband 
Doug Flummerfelt of Shenandoah, IA; ten grandchildren Brittany 
Barnhardt, S. Brooke McCormick, Bode McCormick, Taylor Robert, Regan 
Hale, Ali Hale, Trey Hale, Jordan Kvamme, Madison Kvamme, &amp; Jeffrey 
Kvamme; and four great-grandchildren Sophia Kvamme, Parks Robert, 
Annabelle Barnhardt, &amp; Clay Barnhardt. Candis is preceded in death 
by her parents Hugh A. &amp; Geraldine (Maib) Cowan and three 
great-grandchildren. 
 A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November
 5, 2022, at the Lakin Cemetery in Lakin, Kansas with Rev. Rita Stockton
 officiating. There will be no calling hours. The family suggests 
memorials given to the Kearny County Senior Center to be used for the 
Christmas Star Program and the Holiday Food Boxes in care of Garnand 
Funeral Home of Lakin, Kansas. Condolences may be given at 
garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Candis Elaine Hale

Ellen Louisa Richter, 91, passed away on November 2, 2022, at Aster 
Estates in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born November 18, 1930, in Great 
Bend, to Charles C. and Gertrude (Hemken) Dirks.

Ellen was raised on a farm in rural Albert, Kansas. She attended Otis
 High School in Otis, Kansas where she met Melvin Richter.&nbsp; They were 
married a few months after her graduation on July 27, 1948. Ellen was a 
lifetime member of Peace Lutheran Church, where she participated in many
 activities throughout the years, especially singing in the choir.&nbsp; In 
1961, Ellen and Melvin purchased the franchise for Tom’s Foods and 
worked together selling candy and chips in and around Great Bend until 
their retirement in 1998.&nbsp; She also worked in the office at Doonan Truck
 &amp; Equipment.

Ellen loved her family and enjoyed supporting their interests, 
driving to music rehearsals and lessons, and attending concerts and 
other school activities.&nbsp; She was a proud drum corps mom, following the 
Argonne Rebels to many contests and performances.&nbsp; Her grandchildren 
loved spending holidays, spring breaks and summer vacations with her.&nbsp; 
Ellen taught them all to drive….. fast! and always sent them home with 
“samples” of the latest candy.&nbsp; She and Melvin introduced their 
grandkids and great-grandkids to the fun of fireworks, hosting family 
July 4th celebrations each year.

Ellen is survived by her husband of 74 years, Melvin Richter of Great
 Bend; two sons and a daughter, Don Richter and Cindy Cummins; Lynn 
Richter; and Linda Richter; five grandchildren, Trev, Anne, Josh, 
Allison and Matt; six great-grandchildren, Ember, Henry, Ollie, 
Meredith, Terry and Sagan; and her brother Delmer Dirks. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Raymond and Clarence 
Dirks; and son-in-law, John Allain.

Visitation will take place from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November
 6, 2022, at Bryant Fuenral Home, with the family receiving guests from 
4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and a prayer service at 5:00 p.m. Funeral service will
 take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 7, 2022, at Peace Lutheran
 Church in rural Albert with internment following in the church 
cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to Peace Lutheran Church, in 
care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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Estates in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born November 18, 1930, in Great 
Bend, to Charles C. and Gertrude (Hemken) Dirks.Ellen was raised on a farm in rural Albert, Kansas. She attended Otis
 High School in Otis, Kansas where she met Melvin Richter.&nbsp; They were 
married a few months after her graduation on July 27, 1948. Ellen was a 
lifetime member of Peace Lutheran Church, where she participated in many
 activities throughout the years, especially singing in the choir.&nbsp; In 
1961, Ellen and Melvin purchased the franchise for Tom’s Foods and 
worked together selling candy and chips in and around Great Bend until 
their retirement in 1998.&nbsp; She also worked in the office at Doonan Truck
 &amp; Equipment.Ellen loved her family and enjoyed supporting their interests, 
driving to music rehearsals and lessons, and attending concerts and 
other school activities.&nbsp; She was a proud drum corps mom, following the 
Argonne Rebels to many contests and performances.&nbsp; Her grandchildren 
loved spending holidays, spring breaks and summer vacations with her.&nbsp; 
Ellen taught them all to drive….. fast! and always sent them home with 
“samples” of the latest candy.&nbsp; She and Melvin introduced their 
grandkids and great-grandkids to the fun of fireworks, hosting family 
July 4th celebrations each year.Ellen is survived by her husband of 74 years, Melvin Richter of Great
 Bend; two sons and a daughter, Don Richter and Cindy Cummins; Lynn 
Richter; and Linda Richter; five grandchildren, Trev, Anne, Josh, 
Allison and Matt; six great-grandchildren, Ember, Henry, Ollie, 
Meredith, Terry and Sagan; and her brother Delmer Dirks. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Raymond and Clarence 
Dirks; and son-in-law, John Allain.Visitation will take place from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November
 6, 2022, at Bryant Fuenral Home, with the family receiving guests from 
4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and a prayer service at 5:00 p.m. Funeral service will
 take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 7, 2022, at Peace Lutheran
 Church in rural Albert with internment following in the church 
cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Peace Lutheran Church, in 
care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Ellen Louisa Richter

William Paul O’Brien was born April 14, 1951, in Goodland, Kansas, to 
Patrick J. and Dorothy J. (Harder) O’Brien. As a youngster he grew up 
North of Palisade, Nebraska, and moving with family to California, 
graduated from Artesia High School, Lakewood, California, in 1970. 
 Bill, as he was known, was employed as a warehouse manager for the 
GemCo Company in Southern California. He then began his career in 
trucking, working for UPS, and Agland. Later, Bill was employed with the
 Ted Behlke Farms retiring in 2003. Bill married Sharon 
Pursley on July 15, 1995, in Benkelman, Nebraska, where the couple made 
their home. Bill was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, of 
Benkelman, and the Benkelman Country Club. Bill loved to golf, and 
enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. He especially loved spending time
 with his friends and family. Bill passed away, Sunday afternoon, October 30, 2022, at his home in Benkelman. He was 71 years of age. Survivors Include: Children: Tracy Gruwell and husband, Donald, of Huntington Beach, CA; Kelly Contreras and husband, Torrey, Cerritos, CA. 
 Meredith Butteling and husband, Ben, of Anaheim, CA; Dr. Jason Mathews 
and wife, Adrienne, of Benkelman, NE; Kristopher Mathews and wife, 
Melissa, of Oberlin, KS. Grandchildren: Joshua, Zachary, Caden, Presley, Jacob, Elijah, Addison, RJ, Harper, Owen, Reid, and Mason. 
 Siblings: Connie Rucker and husband, Ron, of Omaha, NE, Pat O’Brien and
 wife, Arneth, of Prescott Valley, AZ, Ann Perez and husband Jerry, of 
Brea, CA, Liz Cuellar and husband, Jeff, of Prescott Valley, AZ. Tim 
O’Brien of Prescott Valley, AZ; Carla Demofonte, Prescott Valley, AZ; 
Karyl White of Shelley, ID; Tom O’Brien and wife, Marlene, of Kingman, 
Az, John O’Brien of Apache Junction, AZ. Sister-In-Law: Arlene Stute, of Benkelman, NE Bill was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Lynn Baldwin, Brother-In-Law; Larry Stute; Nephew; Brian Stute; Mother-in-law; Addie Pursley, and many aunts and uncles. 
 Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Saturday, November 5, 2002, 
10:30 A.M., (MT) at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Benkelman, NE, with 
Father Matthew Eickhoff celebrant. Inurnment will follow at the 
Benkelman Cemetery, Benkelman, NE A Rosary will be recited 
Saturday, November 5, 2022, before services starting at 10:00 A.M. (MT) 
at St Joseph Catholic Church Benkelman, NE A memorial, in Bill’s Memory, has been suggested to the Benkelman Community Foundation for use at the Benkelman Country Club. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

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Patrick J. and Dorothy J. (Harder) O’Brien. As a youngster he grew up 
North of Palisade, Nebraska, and moving with family to California, 
graduated from Artesia High School, Lakewood, California, in 1970. 
 Bill, as he was known, was employed as a warehouse manager for the 
GemCo Company in Southern California. He then began his career in 
trucking, working for UPS, and Agland. Later, Bill was employed with the
 Ted Behlke Farms retiring in 2003. Bill married Sharon 
Pursley on July 15, 1995, in Benkelman, Nebraska, where the couple made 
their home. Bill was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, of 
Benkelman, and the Benkelman Country Club. Bill loved to golf, and 
enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. He especially loved spending time
 with his friends and family. Bill passed away, Sunday afternoon, October 30, 2022, at his home in Benkelman. He was 71 years of age. Survivors Include: Children: Tracy Gruwell and husband, Donald, of Huntington Beach, CA; Kelly Contreras and husband, Torrey, Cerritos, CA. 
 Meredith Butteling and husband, Ben, of Anaheim, CA; Dr. Jason Mathews 
and wife, Adrienne, of Benkelman, NE; Kristopher Mathews and wife, 
Melissa, of Oberlin, KS. Grandchildren: Joshua, Zachary, Caden, Presley, Jacob, Elijah, Addison, RJ, Harper, Owen, Reid, and Mason. 
 Siblings: Connie Rucker and husband, Ron, of Omaha, NE, Pat O’Brien and
 wife, Arneth, of Prescott Valley, AZ, Ann Perez and husband Jerry, of 
Brea, CA, Liz Cuellar and husband, Jeff, of Prescott Valley, AZ. Tim 
O’Brien of Prescott Valley, AZ; Carla Demofonte, Prescott Valley, AZ; 
Karyl White of Shelley, ID; Tom O’Brien and wife, Marlene, of Kingman, 
Az, John O’Brien of Apache Junction, AZ. Sister-In-Law: Arlene Stute, of Benkelman, NE Bill was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Lynn Baldwin, Brother-In-Law; Larry Stute; Nephew; Brian Stute; Mother-in-law; Addie Pursley, and many aunts and uncles. 
 Mass of the Christian Burial will be held Saturday, November 5, 2002, 
10:30 A.M., (MT) at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Benkelman, NE, with 
Father Matthew Eickhoff celebrant. Inurnment will follow at the 
Benkelman Cemetery, Benkelman, NE A Rosary will be recited 
Saturday, November 5, 2022, before services starting at 10:00 A.M. (MT) 
at St Joseph Catholic Church Benkelman, NE A memorial, in Bill’s Memory, has been suggested to the Benkelman Community Foundation for use at the Benkelman Country Club. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

William Paul O’Brien

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

May 25, 1941 ~ November 1, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Carol Kay (Dizmang) Musil

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

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 </figure>August 9, 1929 ~ November 1, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

Betty Louise (Racette) Zimmerman

(Brian) Kerry Adolph, 60, of Lawrence, died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, in
 St. Louis, MO. He was born April 2, 1962, in Colby to Harvey Richard 
“Dick” and Juliet (Hess) Adolph. 
Kerry graduated from Colby High School in 1980 and married his high school sweetheart, Kathryn “Kathi” Glad, on Oct. 18, 1980. 
Kerry and Kathi were long-time Colby residents before moving to Lawrence
 22 years ago. Kerry, along with his father, ran their family farm for 
years. At the same time, Kerry was the jack-of-all-trades at Julie 
Adolph Interiors doing anything and everything that needed done. Kerry 
and Kathi lived in several homes in Colby, selling each after he had 
fixed it up and was ready to move on to the next project. 
When Adolph Interiors moved to Lawrence, Kerry moved with the business 
and transitioned to leading the business’ day-to-day operations, which 
included completing the build out from scratch. He enjoyed being part of
 a harvest crew and stayed connected to farming after the move to 
Lawrence. He continued to return to Colby each fall to help with harvest
 at Frahm Farmland. 
A devoted father and sports enthusiast, Kerry never missed his son’s 
football and basketball games or his daughters’ many activities. He was 
an avid University of Kansas fan. 
Kerry was preceded in death by his daughter, Candace Leigh (Adolph) Gay, and his father, Harvey Richard "Dick" Adolph. 
He is survived by his wife, Kathi, of the home; son, Kristopher Cole 
“K.C.” (Christine) Adolph and grandchild, Logan Leigh, of Burke, VA; 
daughter, Chandlar Adolph, of Lawrence; son-in-law, Brandon Gay, of 
Norton; mother, Julie Adolph, of Colby; sister, Kristin (Greg) 
Issinghoff, of Lawrence; sister, Jennifer (Ab) Smith, of Sharon Springs;
 brother-in-law, Vincent (Tenley) Glad, of Colby; nieces and nephews, 
Taylor, Corbin, Treasure, Tanner, and great-niece, Wylie. 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at Frahm 
Farmland, 1453 County Road O, four miles west and four miles south of 
Colby. The event is casual, and lunch will follow the service. 
Memorials are suggested to the Candace Gay Memorial Scholarship through 
the Norton County Community Foundation.

Memorials or flowers can be 
delivered in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 
Online condolences can be posted at www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>(Brian) Kerry Adolph, 60, of Lawrence, died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, in
 St. Louis, MO. He was born April 2, 1962, in Colby to Harvey Richard 
“Dick” and Juliet (Hess) Adolph. 
Kerry graduated from Colby High School in 1980 and married his high school sweetheart, Kathryn “Kathi” Glad, on Oct. 18, 1980. 
Kerry and Kathi were long-time Colby residents before moving to Lawrence
 22 years ago. Kerry, along with his father, ran their family farm for 
years. At the same time, Kerry was the jack-of-all-trades at Julie 
Adolph Interiors doing anything and everything that needed done. Kerry 
and Kathi lived in several homes in Colby, selling each after he had 
fixed it up and was ready to move on to the next project. 
When Adolph Interiors moved to Lawrence, Kerry moved with the business 
and transitioned to leading the business’ day-to-day operations, which 
included completing the build out from scratch. He enjoyed being part of
 a harvest crew and stayed connected to farming after the move to 
Lawrence. He continued to return to Colby each fall to help with harvest
 at Frahm Farmland. 
A devoted father and sports enthusiast, Kerry never missed his son’s 
football and basketball games or his daughters’ many activities. He was 
an avid University of Kansas fan. 
Kerry was preceded in death by his daughter, Candace Leigh (Adolph) Gay, and his father, Harvey Richard "Dick" Adolph. 
He is survived by his wife, Kathi, of the home; son, Kristopher Cole 
“K.C.” (Christine) Adolph and grandchild, Logan Leigh, of Burke, VA; 
daughter, Chandlar Adolph, of Lawrence; son-in-law, Brandon Gay, of 
Norton; mother, Julie Adolph, of Colby; sister, Kristin (Greg) 
Issinghoff, of Lawrence; sister, Jennifer (Ab) Smith, of Sharon Springs;
 brother-in-law, Vincent (Tenley) Glad, of Colby; nieces and nephews, 
Taylor, Corbin, Treasure, Tanner, and great-niece, Wylie. 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at Frahm 
Farmland, 1453 County Road O, four miles west and four miles south of 
Colby. The event is casual, and lunch will follow the service. 
Memorials are suggested to the Candace Gay Memorial Scholarship through 
the Norton County Community Foundation. Memorials or flowers can be 
delivered in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 
Online condolences can be posted at www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Brian 'Kerry' Adolph

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Derril Lee Castor

Mary Margaret Younker, &nbsp;92, of Hays, Kansas, died Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Via Christi Village Care Center, Hays.

Mary was born May 24, 1930, in Victoria to Frank M. and Rosa (Hertel) Dinkel. &nbsp;Mary graduated from Victoria High School in 1948. &nbsp;She attended Fort Hays State College graduating with a teaching certificate in 1950.&nbsp;

She married Walter J. Younker on August 22, 1949, in Victoria.&nbsp;He preceded her in death on September&nbsp;24, 2020.&nbsp;She started her teaching career at Severin and Spring Hill Schools.&nbsp; After the birth of her second child and move to the family farm, she managed the farm activities and took care of her family.&nbsp;

In 1968, Mary returned to college to get her degree in Education with an emphasis in Library Science. &nbsp;After graduation, she taught at St Mary’s Catholic School in Ellis, Schoenchen Elementary School,&nbsp;and&nbsp;St Joseph’s Catholic School in Hays. &nbsp;She also served as the school librarian at St Joseph’s Catholic School.

She was a talented seamstress. &nbsp;She enjoyed sewing and making&nbsp;quilts. &nbsp;She made 50+ quilts which she gifted to her children, grandchildren and friends. &nbsp;She also loved to cook large meals for her family and church functions. &nbsp;She was instrumental in cooking and leading the annual Fall Feast at the Antonino Church.

She was a member of Our Lady of Help of Christians Catholic Church, Antonino. &nbsp;She served as Treasurer for the Christian Mothers&nbsp;organization&nbsp;for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was a club leader for the Ellis County Good Hope 4-H Club. &nbsp;She volunteered at the Gift Shop at Hays Medical Center.

Survivors include her two sons, David Younker, Hays, KS and Dale Younker and wife, Paula, Jetmore, KS; her two daughters, Dianne DeGood and husband, Alan, Goddard, KS; and Donna Myers and husband, Patrick, Lawrence, KS; her brother, Fr. Harvey Dinkel O.F.M. Cap. Victoria, KS; her two sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Dinkel, Victoria, KS; Twila Griffin, Weatherford, OK; her brother-in-law, Delbert Rohr, Wichita, KS; her six grandchildren, Kerrie Mayans (Jason), Melissa Opbroek (Aaron), Brandy Leon (Nick), and Julia Myers, Brad Younker (Jessica), and Brian Younker (Carmon); her 15 great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Mayans, Madeline Mayans, Cecilia Mayans, Charlotte Mayans, Carley Younker, Camryn Younker, Leyah Younker, Lyndi Younker, Leesey Younker, Cadynce Leon, McKenna Leon; Alex Mayans, Carter Opbroek, Paxton Leon and Clayton Younker.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her eleven sisters, Fidelis Dinkel; Julitta Dechant; Bertha Prewo; Regina Dechant; Sr. Francis Rose Dinkel C.S.A.; Irene Scruggs; Viola Mary Dinkel; Melinda Griebel; Viola Richmeier; Sr. Paul Ann Dinkel C.S.A.; and Rita Rohr; her four brothers, Hilarious Dinkel; Clarence Dinkel; Edward Dinkel; and George Dinkel; and her two great grandchildren, &nbsp;Lakin Younker and Olivia Mayans.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, &nbsp;November 5, 2022, at Our Lady Help of Christians&nbsp; Catholic&nbsp;Church, Antonino with Fr. Harvey Dinkel O.F.M. Cap and Fr.&nbsp;Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Burial will be at Our&nbsp;Lady Help of Christians Cemetery, Antonino.&nbsp;

A vigil service and&nbsp;an Antonino Christian Mothers&nbsp;rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, At, Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials payable to: The Capuchins&nbsp;/ Province of St. Conrad or Via Christi Village Care Center/ Chapel in care of the mortuary.

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

A Celebration of&nbsp;Life for Walter and Mary will be&nbsp;at&nbsp;a luncheon&nbsp;following&nbsp;the graveside services&nbsp;at the church basement. &nbsp;Everyone is invited to attend.

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 </figure>Mary Margaret Younker, &nbsp;92, of Hays, Kansas, died Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Via Christi Village Care Center, Hays.Mary was born May 24, 1930, in Victoria to Frank M. and Rosa (Hertel) Dinkel. &nbsp;Mary graduated from Victoria High School in 1948. &nbsp;She attended Fort Hays State College graduating with a teaching certificate in 1950.&nbsp;She married Walter J. Younker on August 22, 1949, in Victoria.&nbsp;He preceded her in death on September&nbsp;24, 2020.&nbsp;She started her teaching career at Severin and Spring Hill Schools.&nbsp; After the birth of her second child and move to the family farm, she managed the farm activities and took care of her family.&nbsp;In 1968, Mary returned to college to get her degree in Education with an emphasis in Library Science. &nbsp;After graduation, she taught at St Mary’s Catholic School in Ellis, Schoenchen Elementary School,&nbsp;and&nbsp;St Joseph’s Catholic School in Hays. &nbsp;She also served as the school librarian at St Joseph’s Catholic School.She was a talented seamstress. &nbsp;She enjoyed sewing and making&nbsp;quilts. &nbsp;She made 50+ quilts which she gifted to her children, grandchildren and friends. &nbsp;She also loved to cook large meals for her family and church functions. &nbsp;She was instrumental in cooking and leading the annual Fall Feast at the Antonino Church.She was a member of Our Lady of Help of Christians Catholic Church, Antonino. &nbsp;She served as Treasurer for the Christian Mothers&nbsp;organization&nbsp;for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was a club leader for the Ellis County Good Hope 4-H Club. &nbsp;She volunteered at the Gift Shop at Hays Medical Center.Survivors include her two sons, David Younker, Hays, KS and Dale Younker and wife, Paula, Jetmore, KS; her two daughters, Dianne DeGood and husband, Alan, Goddard, KS; and Donna Myers and husband, Patrick, Lawrence, KS; her brother, Fr. Harvey Dinkel O.F.M. Cap. Victoria, KS; her two sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Dinkel, Victoria, KS; Twila Griffin, Weatherford, OK; her brother-in-law, Delbert Rohr, Wichita, KS; her six grandchildren, Kerrie Mayans (Jason), Melissa Opbroek (Aaron), Brandy Leon (Nick), and Julia Myers, Brad Younker (Jessica), and Brian Younker (Carmon); her 15 great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Mayans, Madeline Mayans, Cecilia Mayans, Charlotte Mayans, Carley Younker, Camryn Younker, Leyah Younker, Lyndi Younker, Leesey Younker, Cadynce Leon, McKenna Leon; Alex Mayans, Carter Opbroek, Paxton Leon and Clayton Younker.She was preceded in death by her parents; her eleven sisters, Fidelis Dinkel; Julitta Dechant; Bertha Prewo; Regina Dechant; Sr. Francis Rose Dinkel C.S.A.; Irene Scruggs; Viola Mary Dinkel; Melinda Griebel; Viola Richmeier; Sr. Paul Ann Dinkel C.S.A.; and Rita Rohr; her four brothers, Hilarious Dinkel; Clarence Dinkel; Edward Dinkel; and George Dinkel; and her two great grandchildren, &nbsp;Lakin Younker and Olivia Mayans.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, &nbsp;November 5, 2022, at Our Lady Help of Christians&nbsp; Catholic&nbsp;Church, Antonino with Fr. Harvey Dinkel O.F.M. Cap and Fr.&nbsp;Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Burial will be at Our&nbsp;Lady Help of Christians Cemetery, Antonino.&nbsp;A vigil service and&nbsp;an Antonino Christian Mothers&nbsp;rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, At, Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the church.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials payable to: The Capuchins&nbsp;/ Province of St. Conrad or Via Christi Village Care Center/ Chapel in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>A Celebration of&nbsp;Life for Walter and Mary will be&nbsp;at&nbsp;a luncheon&nbsp;following&nbsp;the graveside services&nbsp;at the church basement. &nbsp;Everyone is invited to attend.

Mary Margaret Younker

Rolland E. Werner, age 89, passed away on October 29, 2022, at Manor 
of the Plains, Dodge City, Kansas. Rolland was born in Scott City, 
Kansas on May 3, 1933, to Norbert and Peggy (Andra) Werner. He graduated 
from Dodge City Senior High School in 1951.&nbsp; Rolland proudly served 11 
years in the United States Army and Army Reserve, achieving the rank of 
Sergeant Major.&nbsp; He earned an accounting degree from Fort Hays State 
University in 1964.&nbsp; His work centered in the agri-business field, with 
most of his career spent as general manager of the Ford County Feed 
Yard.&nbsp;

Rolland married his high school sweetheart, Betty Lizer on July 21, 
1956.&nbsp; Betty died on August 29, 2002.&nbsp; They had two daughters, Ann and 
Kathy. Kathy died on January 6, 2005.&nbsp; Rolland married Delores Stucker 
on October 25, 2003.&nbsp; She died on June 7, 2015.&nbsp;

Rolland was proud to be from western Kansas.&nbsp; He served as city 
councilman and mayor of Dodge City from 2002 to 2004.&nbsp; He was an active 
member of Sacred Heart Cathedral and Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe,
 serving as an usher, Eucharistic Minister and on the finance council.&nbsp; 
He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; Rolland served on the 
Board of Directors for the Farmers State Bank of Bucklin, KS for 31 
years.&nbsp; Rolland served as a Hospice volunteer for 11 years.&nbsp; It was 
organization dear to Rolland’s heart.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rolland was preceded in death by his parents, his wives Betty and 
Delores, brother Russell, sisters, Adell and Mary, and daughter, Kathy.&nbsp;
 Survivors include his daughter, Ann (Quinby) Henderson, grandsons, Nate
 (Nila) Henderson and Andrew (Emily Clinton) Henderson, and 5 great 
grandchildren; stepdaughter, Marsha Hedlund, stepson Dan (Kim) Stucker, 
step granddaughters Brooke (Heath) Unruh and Dani (Jose) Leon and step 
grandson Reid Hedlund and 5 step great grandchildren; brothers - Richard
 (Kathy) Werner and Kenneth Werner and sister Becky Werner.&nbsp;

Rolland lived a full and thankful life.&nbsp; He loved his family, 
considering his brothers not only his siblings, but his best friends.&nbsp; 
He cherished being Uncle Rolland to numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; His 
greatest joy was being grandpa and great grandpa to all his 
grandchildren.

A Celebration of Rolland’s Life will be held at 6:00 pm Friday, 
November 11, 2022, at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; A rosary will 
be held at 9:30 am Saturday, November 12, 2022, at the Cathedral of Our 
Lady of Guadalupe, Dodge City.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am 
Saturday at the church with Fr. Ted Skalsky presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will 
follow in Scroggins Mausoleum at Maple Grove Cemetery, Dodge City. There
 will be no public viewing, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Friends may sign
 the register from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Friday, November 11, 2022 at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice of the Prairie in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Rolland E. Werner, age 89, passed away on October 29, 2022, at Manor 
of the Plains, Dodge City, Kansas. Rolland was born in Scott City, 
Kansas on May 3, 1933, to Norbert and Peggy (Andra) Werner. He graduated 
from Dodge City Senior High School in 1951.&nbsp; Rolland proudly served 11 
years in the United States Army and Army Reserve, achieving the rank of 
Sergeant Major.&nbsp; He earned an accounting degree from Fort Hays State 
University in 1964.&nbsp; His work centered in the agri-business field, with 
most of his career spent as general manager of the Ford County Feed 
Yard.&nbsp;Rolland married his high school sweetheart, Betty Lizer on July 21, 
1956.&nbsp; Betty died on August 29, 2002.&nbsp; They had two daughters, Ann and 
Kathy. Kathy died on January 6, 2005.&nbsp; Rolland married Delores Stucker 
on October 25, 2003.&nbsp; She died on June 7, 2015.&nbsp;Rolland was proud to be from western Kansas.&nbsp; He served as city 
councilman and mayor of Dodge City from 2002 to 2004.&nbsp; He was an active 
member of Sacred Heart Cathedral and Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe,
 serving as an usher, Eucharistic Minister and on the finance council.&nbsp; 
He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; Rolland served on the 
Board of Directors for the Farmers State Bank of Bucklin, KS for 31 
years.&nbsp; Rolland served as a Hospice volunteer for 11 years.&nbsp; It was 
organization dear to Rolland’s heart.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rolland was preceded in death by his parents, his wives Betty and 
Delores, brother Russell, sisters, Adell and Mary, and daughter, Kathy.&nbsp;
 Survivors include his daughter, Ann (Quinby) Henderson, grandsons, Nate
 (Nila) Henderson and Andrew (Emily Clinton) Henderson, and 5 great 
grandchildren; stepdaughter, Marsha Hedlund, stepson Dan (Kim) Stucker, 
step granddaughters Brooke (Heath) Unruh and Dani (Jose) Leon and step 
grandson Reid Hedlund and 5 step great grandchildren; brothers - Richard
 (Kathy) Werner and Kenneth Werner and sister Becky Werner.&nbsp;Rolland lived a full and thankful life.&nbsp; He loved his family, 
considering his brothers not only his siblings, but his best friends.&nbsp; 
He cherished being Uncle Rolland to numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; His 
greatest joy was being grandpa and great grandpa to all his 
grandchildren.A Celebration of Rolland’s Life will be held at 6:00 pm Friday, 
November 11, 2022, at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; A rosary will 
be held at 9:30 am Saturday, November 12, 2022, at the Cathedral of Our 
Lady of Guadalupe, Dodge City.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am 
Saturday at the church with Fr. Ted Skalsky presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will 
follow in Scroggins Mausoleum at Maple Grove Cemetery, Dodge City. There
 will be no public viewing, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Friends may sign
 the register from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Friday, November 11, 2022 at 
Ziegler Funeral Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice of the Prairie in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Rolland E. Werner

Jodi Lynn Brummer, 64, passed away at Salina Regional Medical Center surrounded by family on&nbsp;October 28 th 2022.

Born September 17th , 1958, in Osborne, Kansas, she was the daughter of Charles and June&nbsp;(Sellers) Johnson.

Jodi
 will always be remembered for her cooking, cow trucking, various 
travels, boisterous laugh,&nbsp;kind soul, DIY projects, and her love for 
taking care of others.

Jodi is survived by her 2 kids, Terry Brummer of Osborne, Kansas, Courtney (Steven)Porter of Beatrice, Nebraska, and her Fiancé’, Dale Quillen of Osborne, Kansas. She is also survived by 4 grandkids, Abbey Luedders, Manhattan, Kansas, Denton Luedders, Sutton, Nebraska, Maverick Luedders, Herkimer, Kansas, and Gunner Brummer, Osborne, Kansas, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband Leon Brummer, parents, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Jodi-Lynn-Brummer?obId=26259577#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Jodi Lynn Brummer, 64, passed away at Salina Regional Medical Center surrounded by family on&nbsp;October 28 th 2022.Born September 17th , 1958, in Osborne, Kansas, she was the daughter of Charles and June&nbsp;(Sellers) Johnson.Jodi
 will always be remembered for her cooking, cow trucking, various 
travels, boisterous laugh,&nbsp;kind soul, DIY projects, and her love for 
taking care of others.Jodi is survived by her 2 kids, Terry Brummer of Osborne, Kansas, Courtney (Steven)Porter of Beatrice, Nebraska, and her Fiancé’, Dale Quillen of Osborne, Kansas. She is also survived by 4 grandkids, Abbey Luedders, Manhattan, Kansas, Denton Luedders, Sutton, Nebraska, Maverick Luedders, Herkimer, Kansas, and Gunner Brummer, Osborne, Kansas, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her husband Leon Brummer, parents, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Jodi-Lynn-Brummer?obId=26259577#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Jodi Lynn Brummer

It is with great sorrow that the family of Brett Allen Sims announces his death on October 21, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. 
He is survived by his wife Stacy, and daughters Ava, Elle, and Lillian. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wight and Lillian Sims, sister,
 Linda Sims, and spouse Linda Jane Giordano. 
Brett was born in Oakley, Kansas, on October 29, 1965, to Wight and 
Lillian Sims. He grew up on the family farm north of Oakley and attended
 Oakley Schools, graduating from Oakley High School in 1984. He loved 
playing sports at OHS, but basketball was his favorite. Brett attended 
Kansas State University, earning an engineering degree. 
Brett has lived and worked in Texas since 2000. He married Stacy Guthrie
 on August 10, 2014. They had made their home in Blanco, Texas, since 
2020. Brett was a proud “Girl Dad” and was an active presence in the 
lives of his three daughters coaching them in softball, basketball, and 
the art of living.

Brett was a beloved father, husband, and brother. His
 cheerful, openhearted presence was felt by everyone where he worked and
 played. Brett will be greatly missed. 
A Celebration of Life is planned for November 12, 2022, in Blanco, Texas.
 Memorial contributions to honor Brett may be made to the Oakley Public 
Library, by mail at 700 West 3rd, Oakley, KS 67748 or online at 
https://ksoakleylibrary.org (click on KanPay Counter and select donation
 from the Transaction Item dropdown menu).&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1667338945618.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>It is with great sorrow that the family of Brett Allen Sims announces his death on October 21, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas. 
He is survived by his wife Stacy, and daughters Ava, Elle, and Lillian. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wight and Lillian Sims, sister,
 Linda Sims, and spouse Linda Jane Giordano. 
Brett was born in Oakley, Kansas, on October 29, 1965, to Wight and 
Lillian Sims. He grew up on the family farm north of Oakley and attended
 Oakley Schools, graduating from Oakley High School in 1984. He loved 
playing sports at OHS, but basketball was his favorite. Brett attended 
Kansas State University, earning an engineering degree. 
Brett has lived and worked in Texas since 2000. He married Stacy Guthrie
 on August 10, 2014. They had made their home in Blanco, Texas, since 
2020. Brett was a proud “Girl Dad” and was an active presence in the 
lives of his three daughters coaching them in softball, basketball, and 
the art of living. Brett was a beloved father, husband, and brother. His
 cheerful, openhearted presence was felt by everyone where he worked and
 played. Brett will be greatly missed. 
A Celebration of Life is planned for November 12, 2022, in Blanco, Texas.
 Memorial contributions to honor Brett may be made to the Oakley Public 
Library, by mail at 700 West 3rd, Oakley, KS 67748 or online at 
https://ksoakleylibrary.org (click on KanPay Counter and select donation
 from the Transaction Item dropdown menu).&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Brett Allen Sims

Ronald Roy Higerd was born March 31, 1939, on his grandparents’ farm 
east of Gem, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Arthur
 and Ruth Leone (Goin) Higerd. He entered his eternal home with Jesus, 
on October 31, 2022, at Citizens Medical Center, Colby KS. 
Ron married his childhood sweetheart, Norma Lee Rikoff, of Colby, on 
August 31, 1958, in Gem, KS. They have 5 children; Myron (Brenda) of 
Park City, KS, Wm Lynn (Tammy) of Colby, KS; Kent (Janet) of Colby, KS; 
Roxan (Scott) Temaat of Haysville, KS and Kaylene (David) Deware, 
Atchison, KS. Ron and Norma are very proud to have 13 grandchildren: 
Adam, William, Benjamin, Karen, Angela, Valerie, Bryan, Priscilla, 
Megan, Aaron, Michael, Hannah, and Cristi. They also have 23 
great-grandchildren. 
Ron was in the National Guard in both Kansas and Colorado from May 1956 
until July 1964. He received his associates degree in Diesel Mechanics 
from Pueblo Junior College and worked for a few years in that field. Ron
 loved working the land and turning over the dirt that God entrusted to 
him and spent the rest of his years farming. 
Ron was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Gem and later 
the First Baptist Church of Colby. Ron loved to sing! He sang in the 
school choir, the college men’s group, the church choir and was the 
church song leader for many years. Even when Alzheimer’s ravaged his 
mind, he could still sing the hymns he loved so much. 
Visitation will be on Friday, November 4, 2022, from 5- 7:00 PM at The 
Gathering Place, 745 Country Club Drive, Colby, KS. His celebration of 
life service will be Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 2:00 PM at Baalmann 
Mortuary, 190 S Franklin, Colby, KS. Burial will follow at the Gem 
Cemetery, Gem, KS. There will be a time of fellowship with family and 
friends after the burial at the Community Building in Gem.

In lieu of 
flowers, memorials in Ron’s name may be made to the First Baptist Church
 of Colby or the Alzheimer’s Association, and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1667338831694.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ronald Roy Higerd was born March 31, 1939, on his grandparents’ farm 
east of Gem, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Arthur
 and Ruth Leone (Goin) Higerd. He entered his eternal home with Jesus, 
on October 31, 2022, at Citizens Medical Center, Colby KS. 
Ron married his childhood sweetheart, Norma Lee Rikoff, of Colby, on 
August 31, 1958, in Gem, KS. They have 5 children; Myron (Brenda) of 
Park City, KS, Wm Lynn (Tammy) of Colby, KS; Kent (Janet) of Colby, KS; 
Roxan (Scott) Temaat of Haysville, KS and Kaylene (David) Deware, 
Atchison, KS. Ron and Norma are very proud to have 13 grandchildren: 
Adam, William, Benjamin, Karen, Angela, Valerie, Bryan, Priscilla, 
Megan, Aaron, Michael, Hannah, and Cristi. They also have 23 
great-grandchildren. 
Ron was in the National Guard in both Kansas and Colorado from May 1956 
until July 1964. He received his associates degree in Diesel Mechanics 
from Pueblo Junior College and worked for a few years in that field. Ron
 loved working the land and turning over the dirt that God entrusted to 
him and spent the rest of his years farming. 
Ron was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Gem and later 
the First Baptist Church of Colby. Ron loved to sing! He sang in the 
school choir, the college men’s group, the church choir and was the 
church song leader for many years. Even when Alzheimer’s ravaged his 
mind, he could still sing the hymns he loved so much. 
Visitation will be on Friday, November 4, 2022, from 5- 7:00 PM at The 
Gathering Place, 745 Country Club Drive, Colby, KS. His celebration of 
life service will be Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 2:00 PM at Baalmann 
Mortuary, 190 S Franklin, Colby, KS. Burial will follow at the Gem 
Cemetery, Gem, KS. There will be a time of fellowship with family and 
friends after the burial at the Community Building in Gem. In lieu of 
flowers, memorials in Ron’s name may be made to the First Baptist Church
 of Colby or the Alzheimer’s Association, and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Ronald Roy Higerd

Ruth G. (Goodwin) Marcotte, age 96 of Victoria, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022, at the Kingman Healthcare Center, Kingman, Kansas. &nbsp;

She was born April 8, 1926, in Concordia, Kansas, to Glen H. and Gladys (Housholder) Goodwin. &nbsp;She married Lawrence Marcotte on August 9, 1948, in Concordia.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on October 21, 1972.

Ruth was a math teacher at Ellis High School for a few years, and then&nbsp;taught math&nbsp;at Victoria High School from 1971 to 1974. &nbsp;She grew up in Concordia, was a graduate of Concordia High School, and then&nbsp;received her teacher’s certificates from Kansas Wesleyan College. &nbsp;She was a receptionist at Dr. Joe Brungardt O.D. in Victoria, then was the treasurer for the City of Victoria until she retired. &nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, baking, working on family genealogy, and keeping up&nbsp;with&nbsp;the kids and grandkids on&nbsp;hercomputer.

Survivors include her children, Michael Marcotte and wife, Holly, Madras, OR; Marilyn Traffas, Sharon, KS; Steve Marcotte and wife, Shirley, Gridley, KS;&nbsp;Stan Marcotte and wife, Maggie, Wichita, KS; Michelle Marcotte, Wichita, KS; Walter Marcotte and wife, Barb, Wichita, KS; her 19 grandchildren; and her 29 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents;&nbsp;her&nbsp;husband, Lawrence; her brother,&nbsp;Carol C. Goodwin; and her son-in-law, Brian Traffas.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, November 4, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster officiating. &nbsp;A&nbsp;family&nbsp;inurnment will be held later that day&nbsp;at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;

A vigil service and a Christian Mothers rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:00A.M. Friday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: St. Fidelis Food Pantry or St. Fidelis Cemetery in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Services are&nbsp;entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/11/1667333496346.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ruth G. (Goodwin) Marcotte, age 96 of Victoria, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022, at the Kingman Healthcare Center, Kingman, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born April 8, 1926, in Concordia, Kansas, to Glen H. and Gladys (Housholder) Goodwin. &nbsp;She married Lawrence Marcotte on August 9, 1948, in Concordia.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on October 21, 1972.Ruth was a math teacher at Ellis High School for a few years, and then&nbsp;taught math&nbsp;at Victoria High School from 1971 to 1974. &nbsp;She grew up in Concordia, was a graduate of Concordia High School, and then&nbsp;received her teacher’s certificates from Kansas Wesleyan College. &nbsp;She was a receptionist at Dr. Joe Brungardt O.D. in Victoria, then was the treasurer for the City of Victoria until she retired. &nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, baking, working on family genealogy, and keeping up&nbsp;with&nbsp;the kids and grandkids on&nbsp;hercomputer.Survivors include her children, Michael Marcotte and wife, Holly, Madras, OR; Marilyn Traffas, Sharon, KS; Steve Marcotte and wife, Shirley, Gridley, KS;&nbsp;Stan Marcotte and wife, Maggie, Wichita, KS; Michelle Marcotte, Wichita, KS; Walter Marcotte and wife, Barb, Wichita, KS; her 19 grandchildren; and her 29 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents;&nbsp;her&nbsp;husband, Lawrence; her brother,&nbsp;Carol C. Goodwin; and her son-in-law, Brian Traffas.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, November 4, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster officiating. &nbsp;A&nbsp;family&nbsp;inurnment will be held later that day&nbsp;at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;A vigil service and a Christian Mothers rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:00A.M. Friday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: St. Fidelis Food Pantry or St. Fidelis Cemetery in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Services are&nbsp;entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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