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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Connie Austin

November 29, 1989 ~ October 28, 2022

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

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Sarah Marie (Stenger) Richardson

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

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

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

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

Glen Francis Warren

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kathleen Louise Wendland

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

Memorial contributions may be directed to 
the Sacred Heart Church at 585 N. French Ave or the Senior Progress 
Center, 165 Fike Park St. Colby, KS. Baalmann Mortuary, Colby is 
handling the arrangements. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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

Donald E. Birzer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bonnie Kay Paris

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Patricia 'Pat' Lois Bell

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

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

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

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Donald Eugene Birzer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Billie Jo Breit

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

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

Ronald 'Ron' Legleiter

Gloria Ann Heikes, 87, died October 24, 2022, at Kenwood View in 
Salina, Kansas. She was born August 11, 1935, to Charles Earl and Winnie
 Neta (Emmons) Personett, in Lenora, Kansas. She married Donald E. 
Heikes April 10, 1955, in Lenora, Kansas. To this union three children 
were born:  a daughter Neva and two sons Kevin and Bryce.

Gloria
 was preceded in death by her parents and her son Kevin. Those left to 
mourn her passing include her husband, Donald E. Heikes, of the home in 
Lenora; her daughter Neva Heikes of Salina, Kansas; her son Bryce Heikes
 of Mexico; and a granddaughter Serina Heikes.

A
 funeral service was held Saturday, October 29, 2022, at the Lenora 
Community Center with burial following in Lenora South Cemetery, Lenora.


  Memorials are suggested to the Lillian Rowe Sanctuary in Gibbon, 
Nebraska or the Ladies Auxiliary of Lenora United Parish and may be sent
 in care of Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, 
Kansas 67642. Arrangements were by Stinemetz Funeral Home. Online 
condolences may be left on the Stinemetz website www.stinemetzfh.com.

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 </figure>Gloria Ann Heikes, 87, died October 24, 2022, at Kenwood View in 
Salina, Kansas. She was born August 11, 1935, to Charles Earl and Winnie
 Neta (Emmons) Personett, in Lenora, Kansas. She married Donald E. 
Heikes April 10, 1955, in Lenora, Kansas. To this union three children 
were born: a daughter Neva and two sons Kevin and Bryce.Gloria
 was preceded in death by her parents and her son Kevin. Those left to 
mourn her passing include her husband, Donald E. Heikes, of the home in 
Lenora; her daughter Neva Heikes of Salina, Kansas; her son Bryce Heikes
 of Mexico; and a granddaughter Serina Heikes.A
 funeral service was held Saturday, October 29, 2022, at the Lenora 
Community Center with burial following in Lenora South Cemetery, Lenora.
 Memorials are suggested to the Lillian Rowe Sanctuary in Gibbon, 
Nebraska or the Ladies Auxiliary of Lenora United Parish and may be sent
 in care of Stinemetz Funeral Home, 522 N. Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, 
Kansas 67642. Arrangements were by Stinemetz Funeral Home. Online 
condolences may be left on the Stinemetz website www.stinemetzfh.com.

Gloria Ann Heikes

Saturday, October 19th, 1946-Saturday, October 29th, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Saturday, October 19th, 1946-Saturday, October 29th, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Marvin Franklin Cloe

On Tuesday October 25, 2022, Charles Dewain May, age 90, beloved Dad, 
Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle and friend to many passed away in
 Salina, Kansas surrounded by family.

Charles was born to Maude Della (Fink) and Harry Clay May in Codell, Kansas on July 8, 1932.

He
 was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Navy as 
an&nbsp;Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class. Following his honorable 
discharge, he married Bernita May (Bates) on June 19, 1955, in Lucas, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Charles then attended Kansas State University where he received
 a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and went on to a full career
 as a Civil Engineer earning his Professional Engineering License along 
the way.&nbsp;One of the&nbsp;biggest joys in his career was the opportunity to 
share his knowledge, mentor and teach others.  He taught Civil 
Engineering Technology at Kansas Technical Institute early in his career
 and he gave back to his profession post retirement by teaching 
Certified Inspector Training (CIT) at Kansas State University Salina 
campus for several years.

Charles was an avid 
woodworker.&nbsp; Following retirement, he spent countless hours perfecting 
his craft in his shop and loved to share his woodworking talents. Many 
who knew him have cherished works that he created and gifted over the 
years. Time spent with his family and especially his grandchildren was 
the absolute light of his life as he spent many days traveling to watch 
their activities over the years.

Charles was a 
dedicated Mason with a 60+ year membership of the Masonic Lodge of 
Marion, Ks where he achieved the rank of 32nd degree. He was also an 
active Shriner in Salina, Kansas in his younger years.

Charles was preceded in death by his loving wife, Bernita; father, Harry Clay, his mother, Maude, 3 sisters and 5 brothers.&nbsp;

He
 is survived by his daughters, Traci Lamar (Mike) of Raleigh, North 
Carolina, Sally Crawford (Rod), of Salina, Kansas; son, Chuck May 
(Marianne), of Wichita, Kansas; his 6 grandchildren, Morgan (Erica), 
Charles (Fatima), Trey (Lydia), Paige, Rhiana, Robby, and 4 great 
grandchildren, Emerson, Ellie, Zoey and Eva;&nbsp;his brother, Bob May of 
Hays, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.

A 
Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held on Friday November
 11, 2022, at 11:00 am at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina, 
Kansas. Family burial to follow at the Lucas Cemetery in Lucas, Kansas. 


Memorial donations may be made to Kansas State University College of 
Engineering-Department of Civil Engineering or Hospice of Salina, Kansas
 in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, 
Kansas 67401.

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 </figure>On Tuesday October 25, 2022, Charles Dewain May, age 90, beloved Dad, 
Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle and friend to many passed away in
 Salina, Kansas surrounded by family.Charles was born to Maude Della (Fink) and Harry Clay May in Codell, Kansas on July 8, 1932.He
 was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Navy as 
an&nbsp;Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class. Following his honorable 
discharge, he married Bernita May (Bates) on June 19, 1955, in Lucas, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Charles then attended Kansas State University where he received
 a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and went on to a full career
 as a Civil Engineer earning his Professional Engineering License along 
the way.&nbsp;One of the&nbsp;biggest joys in his career was the opportunity to 
share his knowledge, mentor and teach others. He taught Civil 
Engineering Technology at Kansas Technical Institute early in his career
 and he gave back to his profession post retirement by teaching 
Certified Inspector Training (CIT) at Kansas State University Salina 
campus for several years.Charles was an avid 
woodworker.&nbsp; Following retirement, he spent countless hours perfecting 
his craft in his shop and loved to share his woodworking talents. Many 
who knew him have cherished works that he created and gifted over the 
years. Time spent with his family and especially his grandchildren was 
the absolute light of his life as he spent many days traveling to watch 
their activities over the years.Charles was a 
dedicated Mason with a 60+ year membership of the Masonic Lodge of 
Marion, Ks where he achieved the rank of 32nd degree. He was also an 
active Shriner in Salina, Kansas in his younger years.Charles was preceded in death by his loving wife, Bernita; father, Harry Clay, his mother, Maude, 3 sisters and 5 brothers.&nbsp;He
 is survived by his daughters, Traci Lamar (Mike) of Raleigh, North 
Carolina, Sally Crawford (Rod), of Salina, Kansas; son, Chuck May 
(Marianne), of Wichita, Kansas; his 6 grandchildren, Morgan (Erica), 
Charles (Fatima), Trey (Lydia), Paige, Rhiana, Robby, and 4 great 
grandchildren, Emerson, Ellie, Zoey and Eva;&nbsp;his brother, Bob May of 
Hays, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.A 
Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held on Friday November
 11, 2022, at 11:00 am at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home in Salina, 
Kansas. Family burial to follow at the Lucas Cemetery in Lucas, Kansas. 
Memorial donations may be made to Kansas State University College of 
Engineering-Department of Civil Engineering or Hospice of Salina, Kansas
 in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, 
Kansas 67401.

Charles D. May

Leonard Joseph “Butch” Stos, 77, died October 27, 2022, at his home 
in Otis, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born April 25, 1945, in Great Bend, Kansas, the
 son of Leonard Valentine and Helen Marie (Budig) Stos. He graduated 
from Otis Rural High School in 1963 and later earned his mechanic 
certification from Vo-Tech School in Kansas City.

Butch then served in the United States Army as a motor sergeant, 
stationed in Korea and then Vietnam from 1965 to 1968.&nbsp; He worked as a 
mechanic at Gibson, Titus &amp; Stafford and also owned Stos Radiator in
 Great Bend for many years.

He is survived by his wife Kim Ann Stos of the home; siblings, 
Karolyn (Charles) Schaffer of La Crosse, Debra Stos of Newton, Randy 
(Heather) Stos of Hoisington, and Tim (Lynette) Stos of Olmitz; father 
and mother-in-law, Stan &amp; Bi Hannigan, and sister-in-law, Kim Le 
(Tom) Rebein, all of Great Bend; seven nieces and nephews and many great
 nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Rosary will begin at 7 p.m. all at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 
2022, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Olmitz, celebrated by Father Anselm 
Eke, MSP.&nbsp; With burial and military honors to follow at St. Ann 
Cemetery, Olmitz.

Memorials may be made to the Butch Stos Funeral Expense Fund, in care
 of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Leonard Joseph “Butch” Stos, 77, died October 27, 2022, at his home 
in Otis, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born April 25, 1945, in Great Bend, Kansas, the
 son of Leonard Valentine and Helen Marie (Budig) Stos. He graduated 
from Otis Rural High School in 1963 and later earned his mechanic 
certification from Vo-Tech School in Kansas City.Butch then served in the United States Army as a motor sergeant, 
stationed in Korea and then Vietnam from 1965 to 1968.&nbsp; He worked as a 
mechanic at Gibson, Titus &amp; Stafford and also owned Stos Radiator in
 Great Bend for many years.He is survived by his wife Kim Ann Stos of the home; siblings, 
Karolyn (Charles) Schaffer of La Crosse, Debra Stos of Newton, Randy 
(Heather) Stos of Hoisington, and Tim (Lynette) Stos of Olmitz; father 
and mother-in-law, Stan &amp; Bi Hannigan, and sister-in-law, Kim Le 
(Tom) Rebein, all of Great Bend; seven nieces and nephews and many great
 nieces and nephews.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Rosary will begin at 7 p.m. all at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 
2022, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Olmitz, celebrated by Father Anselm 
Eke, MSP.&nbsp; With burial and military honors to follow at St. Ann 
Cemetery, Olmitz.Memorials may be made to the Butch Stos Funeral Expense Fund, in care
 of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Leonard Joseph 'Butch' Stos

Thomas Francis “Tom” Schippers, age&nbsp;67 of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022, at his home in Wichita.

Mass of Christian Burial will&nbsp;at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, November&nbsp;5, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will be at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas

A vigil service and Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday,&nbsp;November 4, 2022,&nbsp;at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

Visitation will be from&nbsp;7:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

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

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 </figure>Thomas Francis “Tom” Schippers, age&nbsp;67 of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022, at his home in Wichita.Mass of Christian Burial will&nbsp;at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, November&nbsp;5, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will be at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, KansasA vigil service and Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday,&nbsp;November 4, 2022,&nbsp;at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.Visitation will be from&nbsp;7:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.Services are entrusted to 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>

Thomas Francis 'Tom' Schippers

Donna Mae Dickerson, 83, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022. She was 
born on June 30, 1939, in Newton to Donald and Mildred Gilchrist. Donna 
married Robert Dickerson on November 22, 1958, in Newton. They were 
married for 52 years. Donna graduated from Walton High School 
in Walton, KS. She was a home maker all her life. She was a member of 
Penalosa Methodist Church in Penalosa, KS. She enjoyed KU Basketball, 
Kansas City Chiefs and the KC Royals, and spending time with her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom kept her busy and she loved 
every minute of it. She is survived by her son, Mark &amp; 
Cathi Dickerson of Broadway, North Carolina; and daughter, Denise &amp; 
Kenny Applegate of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Natasha, Nathan, 
Megan, Chase, Conner, Tyler, Madison, Olivia and Tara; 8 great 
grandchildren; brother, Larry Gilchrist of Hays, Kansas; and sister, 
Karen Gilchrist of Bel Aire, Kansas. Donna is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Dickerson; and daughter, Debra Ubert. Cremation has taken place and private inurnment will be in Walton, Cemetery, Walton, KS. Memorials may be made to Traditions Hospice of Hutchinson in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donna Mae Dickerson, 83, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022. She was 
born on June 30, 1939, in Newton to Donald and Mildred Gilchrist. Donna 
married Robert Dickerson on November 22, 1958, in Newton. They were 
married for 52 years. Donna graduated from Walton High School 
in Walton, KS. She was a home maker all her life. She was a member of 
Penalosa Methodist Church in Penalosa, KS. She enjoyed KU Basketball, 
Kansas City Chiefs and the KC Royals, and spending time with her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom kept her busy and she loved 
every minute of it. She is survived by her son, Mark &amp; 
Cathi Dickerson of Broadway, North Carolina; and daughter, Denise &amp; 
Kenny Applegate of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Natasha, Nathan, 
Megan, Chase, Conner, Tyler, Madison, Olivia and Tara; 8 great 
grandchildren; brother, Larry Gilchrist of Hays, Kansas; and sister, 
Karen Gilchrist of Bel Aire, Kansas. Donna is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Dickerson; and daughter, Debra Ubert. Cremation has taken place and private inurnment will be in Walton, Cemetery, Walton, KS. Memorials may be made to Traditions Hospice of Hutchinson in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.&nbsp;

Donna Mae Dickerson

Monday, April 2nd, 1962-Wednesday, October 26th, 2022

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Brian Kerry Adolph

Richard
 Lee Doyle, age 81, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
the Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on December 24,
 1940, in Hays, Kansas, to Ernest and Zella (McKim) Doyle.

He was a 1958 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, Belle Plaine, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

On August 12, 1962, he married Martha “Marty” Broyles in Webber, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on December 23, 2016.

Richard
 received his Bachelor’s degree in music from Kansas State University. 
While at KSU, Rich and Marty participated in the Kansas State Marching 
Band, where they met.&nbsp; He went on to receive his Master’s degree in 
Mathematics, also from Kansas State University.

Rich
 served many years working as a fireman for the Railroad and then in the
 MAD department at Cesna. Upon relocating to Concordia, he owned and 
operated his own woodworking shop, where he enjoyed making many unique 
crafts.&nbsp; He was a true craftsman and took great pride in his work.&nbsp; He 
and Marty attended many arts and craft fairs where they would display 
and sell their crafts. Rich also worked for Cloud County Community 
College for many years where he retired in 2006.&nbsp;

His
 hobbies include woodworking, antiquing with his son, Jeff, sitting at 
the beach house with his daughter, Deb, watching Hallmark Christmas 
movies, and attending CCCC Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, and Softball 
games.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa.&nbsp; He 
truly touched so many lives.

Survivors
 include his daughter, Debra Willis (Larry, deceased), Savannah, GA.;&nbsp; 
grandchildren, Amber Doyle (Joey Irsik), Topeka, KS.; Stephanie Downie 
(Derrick), Concordia, KS; Heather Hadenfeldt (Jamie), Cairo, NE.; Seth 
Nonamaker, Beatrice, NE.; Sean Nonamaker (Natalie), Yamhill, OR.; 
Michelle Bombardier (Bryan), Concordia, KS; Maria Morris (Troy), 
Lexington, NC, Craig Willis (Jennifer), Las Vegas, NV.; Shane Willis 
(Gelene), St. George, UT; great grandchildren Lincoln and Clayton; 
brothers Larry Doyle (Linda), OK, Pat Melia, OK.

He
 was preceded in death by his wife, Marty, son, Jeffrey Doyle, parents, 
Ernest and Zella, daughter-in-law, Janette Doyle, son-in-law, Larry 
Willis, and brother, Bob Doyle.

Visitation
 will be from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2022, with 
family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. all at the 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

Funeral
 services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at the 
Trinity United Methodist Church, Concordia with Rev. Kibum Kim 
officiating.

Cremation will take place following the funeral service and a private family inurnment will be held at a later time.

Memorial
 Contributions may be given to Cloud County Community College c/o 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. Funds will be
 split between the volleyball, women’s basketball, and softball 
programs.

Online condolences may be sent to www.chaputbuoy.com

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 </figure>Richard
 Lee Doyle, age 81, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
the Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on December 24,
 1940, in Hays, Kansas, to Ernest and Zella (McKim) Doyle.He was a 1958 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, Belle Plaine, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On August 12, 1962, he married Martha “Marty” Broyles in Webber, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on December 23, 2016.Richard
 received his Bachelor’s degree in music from Kansas State University. 
While at KSU, Rich and Marty participated in the Kansas State Marching 
Band, where they met.&nbsp; He went on to receive his Master’s degree in 
Mathematics, also from Kansas State University.Rich
 served many years working as a fireman for the Railroad and then in the
 MAD department at Cesna. Upon relocating to Concordia, he owned and 
operated his own woodworking shop, where he enjoyed making many unique 
crafts.&nbsp; He was a true craftsman and took great pride in his work.&nbsp; He 
and Marty attended many arts and craft fairs where they would display 
and sell their crafts. Rich also worked for Cloud County Community 
College for many years where he retired in 2006.&nbsp;His
 hobbies include woodworking, antiquing with his son, Jeff, sitting at 
the beach house with his daughter, Deb, watching Hallmark Christmas 
movies, and attending CCCC Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, and Softball 
games.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa.&nbsp; He 
truly touched so many lives.Survivors
 include his daughter, Debra Willis (Larry, deceased), Savannah, GA.;&nbsp; 
grandchildren, Amber Doyle (Joey Irsik), Topeka, KS.; Stephanie Downie 
(Derrick), Concordia, KS; Heather Hadenfeldt (Jamie), Cairo, NE.; Seth 
Nonamaker, Beatrice, NE.; Sean Nonamaker (Natalie), Yamhill, OR.; 
Michelle Bombardier (Bryan), Concordia, KS; Maria Morris (Troy), 
Lexington, NC, Craig Willis (Jennifer), Las Vegas, NV.; Shane Willis 
(Gelene), St. George, UT; great grandchildren Lincoln and Clayton; 
brothers Larry Doyle (Linda), OK, Pat Melia, OK.He
 was preceded in death by his wife, Marty, son, Jeffrey Doyle, parents, 
Ernest and Zella, daughter-in-law, Janette Doyle, son-in-law, Larry 
Willis, and brother, Bob Doyle.Visitation
 will be from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2022, with 
family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. all at the 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.Funeral
 services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at the 
Trinity United Methodist Church, Concordia with Rev. Kibum Kim 
officiating.Cremation will take place following the funeral service and a private family inurnment will be held at a later time.Memorial
 Contributions may be given to Cloud County Community College c/o 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. Funds will be
 split between the volleyball, women’s basketball, and softball 
programs.Online condolences may be sent to www.chaputbuoy.com

Richard Lee Doyle

Roy A. Wright, age 73, passed away on 
Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the Columbus Community Hospital in 
Columbus, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on December 31, 1948 , in Logan County,
 Kansas, the son of William Clifford and Margaret Idella Russell Wright.
 A lifetime resident of Scott County, Kansas, Roy was a farmer, 
mechanic, and ranch &amp; feed yard hand.

He was a member of the Pyramid View Church in Logan County, Kansas.

On March 13, 1971, he married Rose M. Wilson in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his wife, Rose Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Sara L. Morlan of Scott City, Kansas, Sherry Wright of 
Oklahoma, One Daughter in Law - Kim Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Sisters - Sue &amp; Patric West, and Carolyn &amp; Walter Hundertmark, 
and seven brothers; Dewey &amp; Cora Wright, Dan &amp; Evelyn Wright, 
Wilbur Wright, Marion Wright, Gary &amp; Geneva Wright, and Harold &amp;
 Wanda Wright all of Scott City, Kansas and Galen &amp; Louise Wright of
 Sublette, Kansas, Eight Grandchildren - Heather Wright, Damyan &amp; 
Jalisa Wright, Layton &amp; Shylan Wright &amp; Family, Janee Morlan, 
Jeff Wright, Luke Wright, Mazee Wright, Kooper Wright, Five Great 
Grandchildren - Declan Wright, Jeremiah Wright, Maddie Wright, Jentrie 
Morlan, Barry A. Wright.

He was preceded in death by His parents, Clifford and Idella Wright, 
One Son - Steve A. Wright, Five brothers; Harlan, Cleve, Milton, Elvin, 
and Marvin; Two sisters; Velda Spencer &amp; Della Morgan.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 2:00 
p.m. at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Funeral services will be live streamed at <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com">www.priceandsons.com</a>.

Burial will be in the Pyramid View Cemetery in Logan County, Kansas.

Memorials In Lieu Of Flowers may be written to Roy Wright Memorial 
Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas, 67871.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Roy A. Wright, age 73, passed away on 
Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the Columbus Community Hospital in 
Columbus, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on December 31, 1948 , in Logan County,
 Kansas, the son of William Clifford and Margaret Idella Russell Wright.
 A lifetime resident of Scott County, Kansas, Roy was a farmer, 
mechanic, and ranch &amp; feed yard hand.He was a member of the Pyramid View Church in Logan County, Kansas.On March 13, 1971, he married Rose M. Wilson in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his wife, Rose Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Sara L. Morlan of Scott City, Kansas, Sherry Wright of 
Oklahoma, One Daughter in Law - Kim Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Sisters - Sue &amp; Patric West, and Carolyn &amp; Walter Hundertmark, 
and seven brothers; Dewey &amp; Cora Wright, Dan &amp; Evelyn Wright, 
Wilbur Wright, Marion Wright, Gary &amp; Geneva Wright, and Harold &amp;
 Wanda Wright all of Scott City, Kansas and Galen &amp; Louise Wright of
 Sublette, Kansas, Eight Grandchildren - Heather Wright, Damyan &amp; 
Jalisa Wright, Layton &amp; Shylan Wright &amp; Family, Janee Morlan, 
Jeff Wright, Luke Wright, Mazee Wright, Kooper Wright, Five Great 
Grandchildren - Declan Wright, Jeremiah Wright, Maddie Wright, Jentrie 
Morlan, Barry A. Wright.He was preceded in death by His parents, Clifford and Idella Wright, 
One Son - Steve A. Wright, Five brothers; Harlan, Cleve, Milton, Elvin, 
and Marvin; Two sisters; Velda Spencer &amp; Della Morgan.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 2:00 
p.m. at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Funeral services will be live streamed at <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com">www.priceandsons.com</a>.Burial will be in the Pyramid View Cemetery in Logan County, Kansas.Memorials In Lieu Of Flowers may be written to Roy Wright Memorial 
Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas, 67871.Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

Roy A. Wright

Ronald Legleiter, age 77, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in Overland Park.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. 
Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Wednesday 5 PM - 8 
PM and Thursday 9 AM -9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and
 Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

A combined rosary and parish vigil will be at 7 PM on Wednesday at the funeral chapel.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

A complete obituary is pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel.

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 </figure>Ronald Legleiter, age 77, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in Overland Park.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. 
Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Wednesday 5 PM - 8 
PM and Thursday 9 AM -9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and
 Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined rosary and parish vigil will be at 7 PM on Wednesday at the funeral chapel.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.comA complete obituary is pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel.

Ronald Legleiter

Anita Louise Patton, 66, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, October 21, 2022, at her home in Russell.

Anita grew up in Rice, Ellsworth and Russell counties and graduated 
from Lucas High School in 1973.&nbsp; She earned an associate’s degree in 
accounting from Barton County Community College.&nbsp; Her other studies 
included Emergency Management Technician and was an EMT for many years.&nbsp;
 Anita worked as a cashier at Sunflower Bank in Russell and later in the
 office at Russell County Highway Department for 22 years, retiring in 
June of this year.&nbsp; As well as her full-time employment Anita worked 
part-time jobs including city clerk for the City of Dorrance, clerk for 
Victor Bros. Auction and Reality and for the American Legion of 
Dorrance.&nbsp; 

She was a member of the American Legion Post #334 Auxiliary, 
PYW-EHU, Dorrance 4 Wheelers and the High Rocky Mountain Riders.&nbsp; Anita 
was a dependable helper for many events of the area, enjoying many 
friendships.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed spending time with brothers, 
sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Surviving family include her brothers Allan Patton (Annette Hoover) 
of Chase, Kansas, Dale Patton and wife Dana of Wichita, Kansas and 
Donald Patton and wife Susan of Brookfield, Wisconsin; sisters Janet 
Mathews and husband Philip of Hutchinson, Kansas and Patti Soldan of 
Salina, Kansas and sister in-law Marsha Patton of Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Carl Patton.

A memorial service to celebrate Anita’s life will be held at 10:30 
A.M. on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet guests from 9:30 A.M. to
 service time on Wednesday.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 3 P.M. 
on Wednesday, at the Chase Springdale Cemetery in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp; 

In 
lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be given to the American 
Legion Post #334 Auxiliary and sent in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary who is in charge of the memorial service in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons, Kansas, is in charge of the graveside 
service in Chase, Kansas.

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 </figure>Anita Louise Patton, 66, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, October 21, 2022, at her home in Russell.Anita grew up in Rice, Ellsworth and Russell counties and graduated 
from Lucas High School in 1973.&nbsp; She earned an associate’s degree in 
accounting from Barton County Community College.&nbsp; Her other studies 
included Emergency Management Technician and was an EMT for many years.&nbsp;
 Anita worked as a cashier at Sunflower Bank in Russell and later in the
 office at Russell County Highway Department for 22 years, retiring in 
June of this year.&nbsp; As well as her full-time employment Anita worked 
part-time jobs including city clerk for the City of Dorrance, clerk for 
Victor Bros. Auction and Reality and for the American Legion of 
Dorrance.&nbsp; She was a member of the American Legion Post #334 Auxiliary, 
PYW-EHU, Dorrance 4 Wheelers and the High Rocky Mountain Riders.&nbsp; Anita 
was a dependable helper for many events of the area, enjoying many 
friendships.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed spending time with brothers, 
sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins.Surviving family include her brothers Allan Patton (Annette Hoover) 
of Chase, Kansas, Dale Patton and wife Dana of Wichita, Kansas and 
Donald Patton and wife Susan of Brookfield, Wisconsin; sisters Janet 
Mathews and husband Philip of Hutchinson, Kansas and Patti Soldan of 
Salina, Kansas and sister in-law Marsha Patton of Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Carl Patton.A memorial service to celebrate Anita’s life will be held at 10:30 
A.M. on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet guests from 9:30 A.M. to
 service time on Wednesday.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 3 P.M. 
on Wednesday, at the Chase Springdale Cemetery in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp; In 
lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be given to the American 
Legion Post #334 Auxiliary and sent in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary who is in charge of the memorial service in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons, Kansas, is in charge of the graveside 
service in Chase, Kansas.

Anita Louise Patton

William H. Getty, 89, passed away October 23, 2022. 

Domoney Funeral Home PO Box 127, 817 Morgan Ave, Downs, Kansas, is in charge of arrangements. ​&nbsp;&nbsp;

William H. Getty, 89, passed away October 23, 2022. Domoney Funeral Home PO Box 127, 817 Morgan Ave, Downs, Kansas, is in charge of arrangements. ​&nbsp;&nbsp;

William H. Getty

Barbara A. George, 89, of Salina, passed away on 
Wednesday October 26, 2022, at Paramount Health Care in Newton, KS.&nbsp; She 
was born March 27, 1933, in Plainville, KS to George (Bud) and Ruth 
Johnson.&nbsp; She married Leon George June 1, 1951, and they celebrated 50 
years of marriage before his death in April 2002. 
Barbara was a very busy homemaker raising their six children and after 
her youngest started school she entered the workforce in 1970 in the 
dietary department at the former Asbury Hospital.&nbsp; Barbara retired in 
1985 and she and Leon spent their retirement years traveling in their 
RV, fishing and camping.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending time with her 
children and their growing families.&nbsp; Barbara was a proud member of 
Daughters of the American Revolution.&nbsp; She was very active the past 20 
years in TOPS and was Leader of her club for several consecutive years. 
She attended the First United Methodist Church and was a faithful 
Meals-on-Wheels volunteer for over 10 years. 
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leon; son, Steven; and sisters EveElda Johnson and Georgina Mulkey. 
She is survived by her children Debra (Bob) Klein, Karin (Steve) Ashton,
 Stephanie (Don) Lentz, Shara McMichael and Lonnie George; 16 
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 
Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Street, Newton, KS 67411.

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 </figure>Barbara A. George, 89, of Salina, passed away on 
Wednesday October 26, 2022, at Paramount Health Care in Newton, KS.&nbsp; She 
was born March 27, 1933, in Plainville, KS to George (Bud) and Ruth 
Johnson.&nbsp; She married Leon George June 1, 1951, and they celebrated 50 
years of marriage before his death in April 2002. 
Barbara was a very busy homemaker raising their six children and after 
her youngest started school she entered the workforce in 1970 in the 
dietary department at the former Asbury Hospital.&nbsp; Barbara retired in 
1985 and she and Leon spent their retirement years traveling in their 
RV, fishing and camping.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending time with her 
children and their growing families.&nbsp; Barbara was a proud member of 
Daughters of the American Revolution.&nbsp; She was very active the past 20 
years in TOPS and was Leader of her club for several consecutive years. 
She attended the First United Methodist Church and was a faithful 
Meals-on-Wheels volunteer for over 10 years. 
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leon; son, Steven; and sisters EveElda Johnson and Georgina Mulkey. 
She is survived by her children Debra (Bob) Klein, Karin (Steve) Ashton,
 Stephanie (Don) Lentz, Shara McMichael and Lonnie George; 16 
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 
Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Street, Newton, KS 67411.

Barbara A. George

Morris Dale Lyon, son of Fay and Ethel Spurrier Lyon, was born 
November 5, 1930, on the family farm north of Athol, Kansas.  He passed 
away Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at SunPorch of Smith County at the age
 of 91.

Dale was baptized June 22, 1958, and was 
confirmed into faith on June 22, 1958, as an adult at Zion Lutheran 
Church, north of Athol, Kansas.  He remained an active member of First 
Saint John Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas.  Dale attended rural 
elementary school and graduated Athol High School in May of 1949.

On
 April 5, 1952, Dale married Dolores Bohm at the American Lutheran 
Church in Smith Center, Kansas.  To this union four children were born: 
Linda, Cody, Teresa, and Kelly.  After serving in the United States 
Marine Corps, Dale and Dolores returned to Smith County to farm.  Dale 
was involved with the Farmers Union at the state level for many years.  
Dale was also on the Board of the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging.
  He was a dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and 
enjoyed the many family celebrations at the farm.

Preceding
 him in death were his wife Dolores, brothers Lloyd Sloniker, Dean, 
Arven and sister-in-law Genelda, Eldon, sister Wilma Lewis and 
brother-in-law Kenneth Lewis, brothers-in-law Russell Bridgewater, and 
Paul Eller.  Great grand granddaughters Emma Jo and Cora Jo Hunter.

Survivors
 include daughter Linda and husband Dennis Hommon, son Cody and wife 
Paula Lyon, daughter Teresa and husband Galen Arment, and son Kelly and 
wife Brigette Lyon. Grand children include Tracy (Alicia) Hommon, Tim 
(Stephanie) Hommon, Melissa (Stacey) Colby, Kaid Hommon, Becky (Kent) 
Allard, Anita Lyon, Matt Lyon, Brian (Angela) Arment, Lacy (Matt) 
Teselle, Jesse (Claire) Arment, Brittany (Phillip) Pennington, Taylor 
(Lakin) Lyon.  Great grandchildren:  Clara, Elsie, Ezra, and Maggie 
Hommon, Natasha, and Trenton Colby, Nichalous Arment, Evea and Conley 
Hugunin, Marissa, Camryn Arment, Mason, Dylan, and Charlie Teselle, 
Kenzi and Sawyer Pennington, Sidney and Sara Allard, Olivia, Oaklyn, and
 Otis Lyon. Emmy and Silas Hommon, and Kendyl Arment. Ryder and Everly 
Lyon.  Survivors also include Dale’s sisters Helen Bridgewater, 
California, and Betty Eller, Colorado.  Sister-in-law Roma Lyon, 
Colorado, and a multitude of nieces and nephews and families.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Morris--Dale--Lyon?obId=26243405#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Morris Dale Lyon, son of Fay and Ethel Spurrier Lyon, was born 
November 5, 1930, on the family farm north of Athol, Kansas. He passed 
away Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at SunPorch of Smith County at the age
 of 91.Dale was baptized June 22, 1958, and was 
confirmed into faith on June 22, 1958, as an adult at Zion Lutheran 
Church, north of Athol, Kansas. He remained an active member of First 
Saint John Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas. Dale attended rural 
elementary school and graduated Athol High School in May of 1949.On
 April 5, 1952, Dale married Dolores Bohm at the American Lutheran 
Church in Smith Center, Kansas. To this union four children were born: 
Linda, Cody, Teresa, and Kelly. After serving in the United States 
Marine Corps, Dale and Dolores returned to Smith County to farm. Dale 
was involved with the Farmers Union at the state level for many years. 
Dale was also on the Board of the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging.
 He was a dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and 
enjoyed the many family celebrations at the farm.Preceding
 him in death were his wife Dolores, brothers Lloyd Sloniker, Dean, 
Arven and sister-in-law Genelda, Eldon, sister Wilma Lewis and 
brother-in-law Kenneth Lewis, brothers-in-law Russell Bridgewater, and 
Paul Eller. Great grand granddaughters Emma Jo and Cora Jo Hunter.Survivors
 include daughter Linda and husband Dennis Hommon, son Cody and wife 
Paula Lyon, daughter Teresa and husband Galen Arment, and son Kelly and 
wife Brigette Lyon. Grand children include Tracy (Alicia) Hommon, Tim 
(Stephanie) Hommon, Melissa (Stacey) Colby, Kaid Hommon, Becky (Kent) 
Allard, Anita Lyon, Matt Lyon, Brian (Angela) Arment, Lacy (Matt) 
Teselle, Jesse (Claire) Arment, Brittany (Phillip) Pennington, Taylor 
(Lakin) Lyon. Great grandchildren: Clara, Elsie, Ezra, and Maggie 
Hommon, Natasha, and Trenton Colby, Nichalous Arment, Evea and Conley 
Hugunin, Marissa, Camryn Arment, Mason, Dylan, and Charlie Teselle, 
Kenzi and Sawyer Pennington, Sidney and Sara Allard, Olivia, Oaklyn, and
 Otis Lyon. Emmy and Silas Hommon, and Kendyl Arment. Ryder and Everly 
Lyon. Survivors also include Dale’s sisters Helen Bridgewater, 
California, and Betty Eller, Colorado. Sister-in-law Roma Lyon, 
Colorado, and a multitude of nieces and nephews and families.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Morris--Dale--Lyon?obId=26243405#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Morris Dale Lyon

George&nbsp;V.&nbsp;Dinkel, age 73, formerly of Brownell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, at his home in Victoria, Kansas.

He was born September 7, 1949, in Hays, Kansas to Victor J. and Juliana M. (Rajewski). &nbsp;He married Velma&nbsp;(Unrein) on January 8, 1972, in Hays, Kansas.

He was a truck driver for National Carriers for over 20 years, and&nbsp;also was a farmer. &nbsp;He was a 1967 graduate of Ellis High School and was&nbsp;a&nbsp;member of Christ The King Catholic Church&nbsp;of WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a veteran of the US Army and&nbsp;moved to Victoria in the spring of this year&nbsp;from Brownell, Kansas.

Survivors include his wife Velma Dinkel, of the home; his children, John Dinkel and Chris Dixon, St. John’s, FL; Erin Rupp and&nbsp;husband Eugene, Victoria, KS; James Dinkel and wife, Annetta, Brownell, KS;&nbsp;his sisters, Judy Augustine and husband, Jeff, Hays, KS; Denice Fuller and husband, Mike, Concordia, KS; his grandchildren, Jacob Dinkel; Tyler Dinkel; Ethan Rupp; Emma Rae Rupp; his step grandchildren, Morgan Dixon; Bailee Dixon; Jacob Dixon; Andrew Rupp; Hillary Rupp; Amanda (Rex) Rhorer; Rondi Dysinger; Richie (Ashley) Dysinger; his step great grandchildren, Adalynn Rhorer; Jase Rhorer; and Mia Dysinger.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, Kansas with Military Honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post&nbsp;No.&nbsp;1751.

A vigil service and rosary will be&nbsp;at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main &nbsp;Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria.

The family suggests memorials payable to the organization: Boys Town or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 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>&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>George&nbsp;V.&nbsp;Dinkel, age 73, formerly of Brownell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, at his home in Victoria, Kansas.He was born September 7, 1949, in Hays, Kansas to Victor J. and Juliana M. (Rajewski). &nbsp;He married Velma&nbsp;(Unrein) on January 8, 1972, in Hays, Kansas.He was a truck driver for National Carriers for over 20 years, and&nbsp;also was a farmer. &nbsp;He was a 1967 graduate of Ellis High School and was&nbsp;a&nbsp;member of Christ The King Catholic Church&nbsp;of WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a veteran of the US Army and&nbsp;moved to Victoria in the spring of this year&nbsp;from Brownell, Kansas.Survivors include his wife Velma Dinkel, of the home; his children, John Dinkel and Chris Dixon, St. John’s, FL; Erin Rupp and&nbsp;husband Eugene, Victoria, KS; James Dinkel and wife, Annetta, Brownell, KS;&nbsp;his sisters, Judy Augustine and husband, Jeff, Hays, KS; Denice Fuller and husband, Mike, Concordia, KS; his grandchildren, Jacob Dinkel; Tyler Dinkel; Ethan Rupp; Emma Rae Rupp; his step grandchildren, Morgan Dixon; Bailee Dixon; Jacob Dixon; Andrew Rupp; Hillary Rupp; Amanda (Rex) Rhorer; Rondi Dysinger; Richie (Ashley) Dysinger; his step great grandchildren, Adalynn Rhorer; Jase Rhorer; and Mia Dysinger.He was preceded in death by his parents.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, Kansas with Military Honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post&nbsp;No.&nbsp;1751.A vigil service and rosary will be&nbsp;at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main &nbsp;Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria.The family suggests memorials payable to the organization: Boys Town or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 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>&nbsp;

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