Jeremy David Dixon, age 40, of Hays, Kansas passed away October 14, 2022, in Colorado after a very long, brave, and hard-fought battle with Combat PTSD.&nbsp;He was born January 1, 1982, at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland to David Dixon and Robin Low. Jeremy attended college and earned an Associates of Business degree. On February 10, 2022, he married his best friend Heather Nicole Stremel in Hays after dating for a few years.&nbsp;

Jeremy was a US Marine veteran with the rank of Sergeant.&nbsp;He joined the US Marine Corps in 2003 where he was a helicopter mechanic. He went on his first deployment to Iraq from 2004 to 2005. It was there that he was on the front lines during the second battle of Fallujah, while although short, was the bloodiest battle in our Nation's history since the Vietnam War. Jeremy deployed a second time to Afghanistan from 2006 to 2007. It was the first deployment and his time in Fallujah that created a daily battle with the demons of war that would haunt him until his last day on earth.&nbsp; He was so proud to have met and married a US Navy Hospital Corpsman, always saying that he had found his very own Doc to take care of him.&nbsp; He tried with all his might to battle those demons, staying strong in his faith in God the entire time. Jeremy had the heart of a warrior. Ask anyone close to him about what he had been through in his lifetime and they'd tell you he made it through so much with a fighting spirit.

Jeremy was most recently working as a Heavy Equipment Operator with the Trego County Road and Bridge department. He had worked at Stanion Wholesale in Hays, as well as a project manager for a flooring company in Denver prior to moving to Kansas.

Jeremy enjoyed riding his Harley side by side with Heather on hers.&nbsp; He LOVED sports.&nbsp; Sundays were dedicated to football, and he would be up at 7 am sharp with his Broncos jersey on ready to go.&nbsp; He had the ability to remember sporting events by date, score, plays, and even the weather that day.&nbsp; You could ask him where any athlete went to college and he could instantly rattle it off.&nbsp; Heather always called him a “savant” - she was absolutely enamored by his beautiful, gifted mind.&nbsp; Behind closed doors, Jeremy was a big teddy bear.&nbsp; No matter what kind of day he had, he wanted to make sure those he loved were ok, and he gave the best hugs when they were needed.&nbsp; He was an avid dog lover.&nbsp; His pride and joy was his 150 pound Blue Merle Great Dane, Teufel, but he loved all 5 other animals of his and loved having a cuddle puddle in bed after a long day, with all the animals snuggled up between and on top of him and Heather.&nbsp; He enjoyed fly fishing, camping with his kids, going through his and Titan’s baseball card collection, road trips, and watching Bill Burr stand-up, Seinfeld, and Chapelle’s Show on repeat with Heather (he could recite just about every word from both shows).&nbsp; Laughter was always the best medicine for him.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Toward the end of his life, Jeremy was passionate about helping people succeed with their sobriety, while silently struggling with his own.&nbsp; His number one goal was to see that those he loved didn’t struggle with addiction the way he did.&nbsp; He’d drop everything to be by anyone’s side, friend or foe, just to make sure they made it through the night sober.

He is survived by his wife, Heather of Hays; his mother and step father, Robin Mitchell and Curtis of Conway, Missouri; his children, Titan Joseph Dixon of Hays and Rayne Rene Dixon of Northglenn, Colorado; his step children, Patrick Spencer Banzhaf of Hays and Kaeley Elizabeth Banzhaf of Lakewood, Colorado; his brothers, Joshua (Katelyn) Templeton of Scottsbluff, Nebraska and James (Beka) Pendleton of Atlanta, Georgia; a sister, Jessica Dixon (Brian Hedrick) of Kiowa, Colorado; his grandfather Terry (Karen) Low of Clute, Texas, and his grandmother, who he adored and lovingly referred to as “Grams”, Joanna Patterson of Lindale, Texas.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Templeton and grandparents, Ken Patterson and Robert “Troy” Troyanski.

Memorial services will be held 3:00 PM Friday, October 28, 2022, at the Kansas State Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas, with a reception following at the VFW in Hays.&nbsp; All are invited- we want to show Jeremy just how loved he was.&nbsp; The family requests that those who wish to drive to the cemetery in procession meet at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel at 2:00 pm that day.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the family via Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel to help cover funeral expenses and bills during this difficult time.

Heather wishes to remind anyone struggling that you are not alone, and whatever you are going through right now is temporary, no matter how difficult it may seem.&nbsp; Please reach out to a family member, friend, or the suicide hotline- just call or text 988 or 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans press option 1).&nbsp; To the world, you may be one person.&nbsp; But to one person, you may be the world.

Arrangements in care of&nbsp;Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, 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>Jeremy David Dixon, age 40, of Hays, Kansas passed away October 14, 2022, in Colorado after a very long, brave, and hard-fought battle with Combat PTSD.&nbsp;He was born January 1, 1982, at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland to David Dixon and Robin Low. Jeremy attended college and earned an Associates of Business degree. On February 10, 2022, he married his best friend Heather Nicole Stremel in Hays after dating for a few years.&nbsp;Jeremy was a US Marine veteran with the rank of Sergeant.&nbsp;He joined the US Marine Corps in 2003 where he was a helicopter mechanic. He went on his first deployment to Iraq from 2004 to 2005. It was there that he was on the front lines during the second battle of Fallujah, while although short, was the bloodiest battle in our Nation's history since the Vietnam War. Jeremy deployed a second time to Afghanistan from 2006 to 2007. It was the first deployment and his time in Fallujah that created a daily battle with the demons of war that would haunt him until his last day on earth.&nbsp; He was so proud to have met and married a US Navy Hospital Corpsman, always saying that he had found his very own Doc to take care of him.&nbsp; He tried with all his might to battle those demons, staying strong in his faith in God the entire time. Jeremy had the heart of a warrior. Ask anyone close to him about what he had been through in his lifetime and they'd tell you he made it through so much with a fighting spirit.Jeremy was most recently working as a Heavy Equipment Operator with the Trego County Road and Bridge department. He had worked at Stanion Wholesale in Hays, as well as a project manager for a flooring company in Denver prior to moving to Kansas.Jeremy enjoyed riding his Harley side by side with Heather on hers.&nbsp; He LOVED sports.&nbsp; Sundays were dedicated to football, and he would be up at 7 am sharp with his Broncos jersey on ready to go.&nbsp; He had the ability to remember sporting events by date, score, plays, and even the weather that day.&nbsp; You could ask him where any athlete went to college and he could instantly rattle it off.&nbsp; Heather always called him a “savant” - she was absolutely enamored by his beautiful, gifted mind.&nbsp; Behind closed doors, Jeremy was a big teddy bear.&nbsp; No matter what kind of day he had, he wanted to make sure those he loved were ok, and he gave the best hugs when they were needed.&nbsp; He was an avid dog lover.&nbsp; His pride and joy was his 150 pound Blue Merle Great Dane, Teufel, but he loved all 5 other animals of his and loved having a cuddle puddle in bed after a long day, with all the animals snuggled up between and on top of him and Heather.&nbsp; He enjoyed fly fishing, camping with his kids, going through his and Titan’s baseball card collection, road trips, and watching Bill Burr stand-up, Seinfeld, and Chapelle’s Show on repeat with Heather (he could recite just about every word from both shows).&nbsp; Laughter was always the best medicine for him.&nbsp; &nbsp;Toward the end of his life, Jeremy was passionate about helping people succeed with their sobriety, while silently struggling with his own.&nbsp; His number one goal was to see that those he loved didn’t struggle with addiction the way he did.&nbsp; He’d drop everything to be by anyone’s side, friend or foe, just to make sure they made it through the night sober.He is survived by his wife, Heather of Hays; his mother and step father, Robin Mitchell and Curtis of Conway, Missouri; his children, Titan Joseph Dixon of Hays and Rayne Rene Dixon of Northglenn, Colorado; his step children, Patrick Spencer Banzhaf of Hays and Kaeley Elizabeth Banzhaf of Lakewood, Colorado; his brothers, Joshua (Katelyn) Templeton of Scottsbluff, Nebraska and James (Beka) Pendleton of Atlanta, Georgia; a sister, Jessica Dixon (Brian Hedrick) of Kiowa, Colorado; his grandfather Terry (Karen) Low of Clute, Texas, and his grandmother, who he adored and lovingly referred to as “Grams”, Joanna Patterson of Lindale, Texas.He was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Templeton and grandparents, Ken Patterson and Robert “Troy” Troyanski.Memorial services will be held 3:00 PM Friday, October 28, 2022, at the Kansas State Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas, with a reception following at the VFW in Hays.&nbsp; All are invited- we want to show Jeremy just how loved he was.&nbsp; The family requests that those who wish to drive to the cemetery in procession meet at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel at 2:00 pm that day.Memorial contributions are suggested to the family via Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel to help cover funeral expenses and bills during this difficult time.Heather wishes to remind anyone struggling that you are not alone, and whatever you are going through right now is temporary, no matter how difficult it may seem.&nbsp; Please reach out to a family member, friend, or the suicide hotline- just call or text 988 or 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans press option 1).&nbsp; To the world, you may be one person.&nbsp; But to one person, you may be the world.Arrangements in care of&nbsp;Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Jeremy David Dixon

Mason David Roach, 28, passed away October 19, 2022, in rural Russell
 County, Kan. He was born February 9, 1994, to Rick Rathbun and Lisa 
Roach.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Mason was a batchman for Concrete 
Services. He was a Lego fanatic, enjoyed playing his music loud and 
strumming his guitar. He loved spending time with his family but 
especially fond of spending time with his precious daughter, Emberlynn.

Survivors include, his mother, Lisa Anderson of Great Bend; his 
fianceé, Emily DeLaurentis and daughter, Emberlynn Roach of the home; a 
brother, Garrett Rathbun and wife Maggie of Tyler, Tex.; two sisters, 
Allison Mietler and Jeff of Great Bend and Ashley Fronterhouse of 
Amarillo, Tex.; his bonus dad of many years, Rick Anderson of Abilene; 
and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, 
Rick Rathbun.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family receiving friends from 3:00 to
 5:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, October 
24, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. 


Memorials have been designated to the Emberlynn Roach Education Fund, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Mason David Roach, 28, passed away October 19, 2022, in rural Russell
 County, Kan. He was born February 9, 1994, to Rick Rathbun and Lisa 
Roach.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Mason was a batchman for Concrete 
Services. He was a Lego fanatic, enjoyed playing his music loud and 
strumming his guitar. He loved spending time with his family but 
especially fond of spending time with his precious daughter, Emberlynn.Survivors include, his mother, Lisa Anderson of Great Bend; his 
fianceé, Emily DeLaurentis and daughter, Emberlynn Roach of the home; a 
brother, Garrett Rathbun and wife Maggie of Tyler, Tex.; two sisters, 
Allison Mietler and Jeff of Great Bend and Ashley Fronterhouse of 
Amarillo, Tex.; his bonus dad of many years, Rick Anderson of Abilene; 
and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, 
Rick Rathbun.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family receiving friends from 3:00 to
 5:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, October 
24, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. 
Memorials have been designated to the Emberlynn Roach Education Fund, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Mason David Roach

Marilyn Kay (Corwin) Adolf was born February 4, 1939, to Andrew 
Wesley and Nida Hope (Sanders) Corwin in Gordon, Nebraska. She was the 
fourth of six children.

The family moved to Colorado in the spring of 1947 to a farm 
northwest of Vona.&nbsp; Marilyn attended school in Seibert until the 
district line between Seibert and Vona was moved. At that point she 
began attending Vona in the seventh grade graduating from Vona High 
School in 1956.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shortly after high school, she was married to Kenneth Pottorff from 
Stratton, CO on October 28, 1956.&nbsp; There were six children born to this 
union:&nbsp; one son; Kenneth Marc in 1957, and five daughters; Kimberly Kay 
in 1959, Jenny Jo in 1961, twins Jill Lynne and Julie Leigh in 1968, and
 Valoree Ann in 1970.&nbsp; Marilyn enjoyed being a housewife and a 
stay-at-home mom.&nbsp; This marriage ended in 1984.

Marilyn always had a heart for people. Once she entered the 
workforce, she had new opportunities to bless others with her genuine 
smile and joy. For many years, she worked in the restaurant on sale days
 at the Stratton Sale Barn. The other days of the week, she worked in 
their office.&nbsp; Later, she was a receptionist/assistant for Drs. Jones 
&amp; Williams in Burlington, CO, until the business sold in 2008.&nbsp; She 
held this position for seventeen years. During her retirement she had 
the joy of providing childcare for two of her grandkids, LeAnn and Caleb
 Tanner.

While working at the sale barn, Marilyn met her best friend and 
second husband, Harold Adolf.&nbsp; They had known each other for six years 
before they started dating.&nbsp; After a short courtship, Harold and Marilyn
 were united in marriage on August 11, 1990, in Stratton, CO. His three 
children, Tiger, Todd, and Sheri became a loving addition to her life.

Throughout their marriage Harold and Marilyn enjoyed 32 years united 
as one. They absolutely loved spending time together as well as with 
their growing family and many special friends. Their life on the farm 
was their little heaven on earth with her special dog, Cooper.

Marilyn put her faith in Jesus as the Lord of her life as a young 
girl.&nbsp; Her faith carried her through many joys and sorrows especially 
through the heartbreaking loss of her youngest daughter, Valoree Ann in 
1972 as well as her divorce.&nbsp; God proved Himself ever faithful 
transforming her brokenness and bitterness into healing and 
forgiveness.&nbsp; Marilyn demonstrated this life to her children and 
grandchildren through her complete dependence on her Savior.&nbsp; Her love 
for Jesus flowed into her home as she loved, cared for, and prayed for 
her family.

Marilyn was a longtime and active member of the Stratton United 
Methodist church where she served on several boards and was involved 
with the youth and Sunday school programs.&nbsp; She also enjoyed gardening, 
being an active member of the Stratton Garden Club, as well as playing 
Bridge with several ladies in the community.

After a two-year battle with advanced stages of Alzheimer’s, Marilyn 
was received by her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 13, 2022, 
Marilyn passed away at her home in Stratton, CO. She was 83 years old.

Marilyn is survived by her loving husband, Harold Adolf; her 
children, Marc (Robbi) Pottorff of Goodland KS, Kim Davison of 
Burlington, CO, Jenny Reeverts of Burlington, CO, Jill (Joel) Tanner of 
Vona, CO and Julie (Mike) Myers of Frederick, CO; her three 
stepchildren, Tiger Adolf (Ed Thomas) of Vallejo, CA, Todd (Kim) Adolf, 
Morristown, AZ, and Sheri (Jon)Thompson of Fort Collins, CO; sixteen 
grandchildren Misti Pottorff, Melissa (Andy) Leavitt, Valoree (Dan) 
Luvato, Dana Davison, Colton Davison, Canaan (Bekah) Reeverts, Keala 
(Jason) Widdifield, Mackenzie (David) Nunez, Kaylynne (Eric) Hainey, 
Dillon (Shelby) Tanner, Nathan Tanner, LeAnn and Caleb Tanner, Mason 
Myers, Gavin (Riley) Myers, and Dane Myers; and five step grandchildren 
Bryan Thomas, Carolyn (Jacob) Helms, Makayla Adolf, Logan Vaughn, and 
Denton Vaughn.&nbsp; As well as twenty-two great grandchildren, plus one more
 on the way.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sister-in-law Velda (Raymond) 
Dobler of Burlington, CO.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Nida Corwin,
 infant brother and sister Donald Eugene and Donna May, brother Gale and
 wife Pat Corwin, sister Patsy and husband Gordon Hatfield, and brother 
Jack Corwin, daughter Valoree Ann and son-in-law Jon Reeverts.&nbsp; She is 
also preceded in death by her mother-in-law Lydia (Stahleker) Adolf and 
brother-in-law and wife Wilford and Nikki Adolf of Bethune, CO.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Marilyn-Adolf">HERE</a> for service details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666375774957.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Marilyn Kay (Corwin) Adolf was born February 4, 1939, to Andrew 
Wesley and Nida Hope (Sanders) Corwin in Gordon, Nebraska. She was the 
fourth of six children.The family moved to Colorado in the spring of 1947 to a farm 
northwest of Vona.&nbsp; Marilyn attended school in Seibert until the 
district line between Seibert and Vona was moved. At that point she 
began attending Vona in the seventh grade graduating from Vona High 
School in 1956.&nbsp;&nbsp;Shortly after high school, she was married to Kenneth Pottorff from 
Stratton, CO on October 28, 1956.&nbsp; There were six children born to this 
union:&nbsp; one son; Kenneth Marc in 1957, and five daughters; Kimberly Kay 
in 1959, Jenny Jo in 1961, twins Jill Lynne and Julie Leigh in 1968, and
 Valoree Ann in 1970.&nbsp; Marilyn enjoyed being a housewife and a 
stay-at-home mom.&nbsp; This marriage ended in 1984.Marilyn always had a heart for people. Once she entered the 
workforce, she had new opportunities to bless others with her genuine 
smile and joy. For many years, she worked in the restaurant on sale days
 at the Stratton Sale Barn. The other days of the week, she worked in 
their office.&nbsp; Later, she was a receptionist/assistant for Drs. Jones 
&amp; Williams in Burlington, CO, until the business sold in 2008.&nbsp; She 
held this position for seventeen years. During her retirement she had 
the joy of providing childcare for two of her grandkids, LeAnn and Caleb
 Tanner.While working at the sale barn, Marilyn met her best friend and 
second husband, Harold Adolf.&nbsp; They had known each other for six years 
before they started dating.&nbsp; After a short courtship, Harold and Marilyn
 were united in marriage on August 11, 1990, in Stratton, CO. His three 
children, Tiger, Todd, and Sheri became a loving addition to her life.Throughout their marriage Harold and Marilyn enjoyed 32 years united 
as one. They absolutely loved spending time together as well as with 
their growing family and many special friends. Their life on the farm 
was their little heaven on earth with her special dog, Cooper.Marilyn put her faith in Jesus as the Lord of her life as a young 
girl.&nbsp; Her faith carried her through many joys and sorrows especially 
through the heartbreaking loss of her youngest daughter, Valoree Ann in 
1972 as well as her divorce.&nbsp; God proved Himself ever faithful 
transforming her brokenness and bitterness into healing and 
forgiveness.&nbsp; Marilyn demonstrated this life to her children and 
grandchildren through her complete dependence on her Savior.&nbsp; Her love 
for Jesus flowed into her home as she loved, cared for, and prayed for 
her family.Marilyn was a longtime and active member of the Stratton United 
Methodist church where she served on several boards and was involved 
with the youth and Sunday school programs.&nbsp; She also enjoyed gardening, 
being an active member of the Stratton Garden Club, as well as playing 
Bridge with several ladies in the community.After a two-year battle with advanced stages of Alzheimer’s, Marilyn 
was received by her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 13, 2022, 
Marilyn passed away at her home in Stratton, CO. She was 83 years old.Marilyn is survived by her loving husband, Harold Adolf; her 
children, Marc (Robbi) Pottorff of Goodland KS, Kim Davison of 
Burlington, CO, Jenny Reeverts of Burlington, CO, Jill (Joel) Tanner of 
Vona, CO and Julie (Mike) Myers of Frederick, CO; her three 
stepchildren, Tiger Adolf (Ed Thomas) of Vallejo, CA, Todd (Kim) Adolf, 
Morristown, AZ, and Sheri (Jon)Thompson of Fort Collins, CO; sixteen 
grandchildren Misti Pottorff, Melissa (Andy) Leavitt, Valoree (Dan) 
Luvato, Dana Davison, Colton Davison, Canaan (Bekah) Reeverts, Keala 
(Jason) Widdifield, Mackenzie (David) Nunez, Kaylynne (Eric) Hainey, 
Dillon (Shelby) Tanner, Nathan Tanner, LeAnn and Caleb Tanner, Mason 
Myers, Gavin (Riley) Myers, and Dane Myers; and five step grandchildren 
Bryan Thomas, Carolyn (Jacob) Helms, Makayla Adolf, Logan Vaughn, and 
Denton Vaughn.&nbsp; As well as twenty-two great grandchildren, plus one more
 on the way.&nbsp; She is also survived by her sister-in-law Velda (Raymond) 
Dobler of Burlington, CO.Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Nida Corwin,
 infant brother and sister Donald Eugene and Donna May, brother Gale and
 wife Pat Corwin, sister Patsy and husband Gordon Hatfield, and brother 
Jack Corwin, daughter Valoree Ann and son-in-law Jon Reeverts.&nbsp; She is 
also preceded in death by her mother-in-law Lydia (Stahleker) Adolf and 
brother-in-law and wife Wilford and Nikki Adolf of Bethune, CO.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Marilyn-Adolf">HERE</a> for service details.

Marilyn Kay (Corwin) Adolf

Willis Clifton "Bill" Bieker went to be
 with his Savior on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at his home in Hays, 
Kansas. Bill was 77 years of age.

He was born on February 19, 1945, in 
Hays, Kansas, to Wilfred and Ruby (Dinkel) Bieker. &nbsp;He graduated from 
Hays High School where he loved and excelled in sports. He then enlisted
 in the U.S. Air Force and was on active duty, stationed in France, for 
four years.

After returning to the states, Bill met
 the love of his life, Judy Arpin, on Main Street in Hays.&nbsp; On February 
3, 1968, they wed in Hays, Kansas, and began their 54 beautiful years of 
marriage together. &nbsp;During those years, Bill and Judy grew their family 
to include children Scott, Brian, and Danelle, and Bill truly enjoyed 
every minute with his family and many dear friends. &nbsp;The ordinaries of 
life and the comforts of home always gave Bill great joy and 
contentment, but the greatest comfort in the latter years of his life 
came from his relationship with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. &nbsp;In his last
 years, Bill could frequently be heard saying “I trust Jesus”.

Survivors include his wife Judy of 
Hays, sons: Scott (Molly) Bieker of Olathe and Brian (Dallas) Bieker of 
Manhattan, daughter: Danelle Bieker of Hays, foster daughter: Shannon 
(Sam) Leach of Tennessee, and brother: Rick (Judy) Bieker of Salina, his
 grandchildren: Adrienne Bieker of Overland Park, Alexis Bieker (Gabe) 
Fletcher of Manhattan, Cole Bieker of Manhattan, Macy Bieker of Tulsa, 
OK, Justin Bieker and Abbie Bieker, both of Hays, foster grandchildren: 
Noah and Seth of Tennessee, great-grandson, Jaxton Bieker of Hays, and 
one on the way.

Graveside services with military honors
 by the Hays VFW Honor Guard will be at 10:30 am on Wednesday, November 
2, 2022, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, WaKeeney.&nbsp; The family will 
receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Tuesday at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Community 
Assistance Center Food Pantry, St. Joseph Food Pantry, First Call for 
Help Food Pantry, all of Hays, or to The Well-Center for Hope, 
WaKeeney.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bill may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Willis Clifton "Bill" Bieker went to be
 with his Savior on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at his home in Hays, 
Kansas. Bill was 77 years of age.He was born on February 19, 1945, in 
Hays, Kansas, to Wilfred and Ruby (Dinkel) Bieker. &nbsp;He graduated from 
Hays High School where he loved and excelled in sports. He then enlisted
 in the U.S. Air Force and was on active duty, stationed in France, for 
four years.After returning to the states, Bill met
 the love of his life, Judy Arpin, on Main Street in Hays.&nbsp; On February 
3, 1968, they wed in Hays, Kansas, and began their 54 beautiful years of 
marriage together. &nbsp;During those years, Bill and Judy grew their family 
to include children Scott, Brian, and Danelle, and Bill truly enjoyed 
every minute with his family and many dear friends. &nbsp;The ordinaries of 
life and the comforts of home always gave Bill great joy and 
contentment, but the greatest comfort in the latter years of his life 
came from his relationship with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. &nbsp;In his last
 years, Bill could frequently be heard saying “I trust Jesus”.Survivors include his wife Judy of 
Hays, sons: Scott (Molly) Bieker of Olathe and Brian (Dallas) Bieker of 
Manhattan, daughter: Danelle Bieker of Hays, foster daughter: Shannon 
(Sam) Leach of Tennessee, and brother: Rick (Judy) Bieker of Salina, his
 grandchildren: Adrienne Bieker of Overland Park, Alexis Bieker (Gabe) 
Fletcher of Manhattan, Cole Bieker of Manhattan, Macy Bieker of Tulsa, 
OK, Justin Bieker and Abbie Bieker, both of Hays, foster grandchildren: 
Noah and Seth of Tennessee, great-grandson, Jaxton Bieker of Hays, and 
one on the way.Graveside services with military honors
 by the Hays VFW Honor Guard will be at 10:30 am on Wednesday, November 
2, 2022, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, WaKeeney.&nbsp; The family will 
receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Tuesday at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Community 
Assistance Center Food Pantry, St. Joseph Food Pantry, First Call for 
Help Food Pantry, all of Hays, or to The Well-Center for Hope, 
WaKeeney.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bill may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Willis Clifton 'Bill' Bieker

Nancy Kay (McGavran) Robbins went to be with our Heavenly Father on October 19, 2022, at the age of 84.

Nancy was born April 15, 1938, in 
Abilene, KS to Carl and Rovena (Windhorst) McGavran. Nancy graduated in 
1956 from Minneapolis High School. She married Eugene E. Robbins July 15,
 1956, at the Methodist Church in Wells, KS.

Nancy and Eugene (Gene) were married for 34 years before he preceded her in death April 12, 1990.

During their marriage, Gene and Nancy 
welcomed five daughters. Nancy was a loving mother, wife, and homemaker.
 For each daughter, she was room-mother, Girl Scout Troop Leader, 
“beautician" and seamstress.

Nancy worked at numerous places in the 
community, including Boogaart’s, Perry’s Liquor, ElDorado and the 
bowling alley. Nancy is fondly remembered for her many years at the 
bowling alley. She was an avid bowler and Gene built her a special 
cabinet for her many trophies. In 1991, Dean Johnson offered her a job 
at the City Pharmacy. Nancy loved this job and most of all, her pharmacy
 family. She worked at the pharmacy for 29 years before retiring in 
2020.

Nancy enjoyed sports, she attended many 
Minneapolis High School football and basketball games. You always knew 
where to find her when the Royals, Chiefs, or KU Jayhawks were on TV.

She is survived by her five daughters, 
Sharon Hatfield of Lincoln, KS; Karen Arias and husband Jairo of Hays, 
KS; Janet Robbins of Wamego, KS; Jill Robbins and partner Hans Cathers 
of Hays, KS; Jeannie Robbins of Minneapolis, KS; twelve grandchildren, 
twenty-seven great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; 
brothers, Fred, Ray, and Tom McGavran. She is also survived by her best 
friend of sixty years, Di Fraser. At one of her family reunions, Nancy 
looked at her large family and exclaimed “I started all this!”&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her 
parents; her husband Eugene; sister Deanna Cross; son-in-law Curt Roach;
 father and mother- in-law, Frank and Wilma Robbins; brother-in-law Dean
 Robbins; and sister-in-law Dolly Mae Andrla.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 23 
from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home 405 Argyle 
Ave., Minneapolis, KS, where the family will receive friends from 4:00 
to 6:00. Funeral services will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 24 at 
the First United Methodist Church 418 N Rock St., Minneapolis, and 
burial will follow in the Highland Cemetery Minneapolis.

Memorials may be made to the Minneapolis
 VFW Auxiliary to Post # 3201 or the Leukemia &amp; Lymphoma Society and
 may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis.

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 </figure>Nancy Kay (McGavran) Robbins went to be with our Heavenly Father on October 19, 2022, at the age of 84.Nancy was born April 15, 1938, in 
Abilene, KS to Carl and Rovena (Windhorst) McGavran. Nancy graduated in 
1956 from Minneapolis High School. She married Eugene E. Robbins July 15,
 1956, at the Methodist Church in Wells, KS.Nancy and Eugene (Gene) were married for 34 years before he preceded her in death April 12, 1990.During their marriage, Gene and Nancy 
welcomed five daughters. Nancy was a loving mother, wife, and homemaker.
 For each daughter, she was room-mother, Girl Scout Troop Leader, 
“beautician" and seamstress.Nancy worked at numerous places in the 
community, including Boogaart’s, Perry’s Liquor, ElDorado and the 
bowling alley. Nancy is fondly remembered for her many years at the 
bowling alley. She was an avid bowler and Gene built her a special 
cabinet for her many trophies. In 1991, Dean Johnson offered her a job 
at the City Pharmacy. Nancy loved this job and most of all, her pharmacy
 family. She worked at the pharmacy for 29 years before retiring in 
2020.Nancy enjoyed sports, she attended many 
Minneapolis High School football and basketball games. You always knew 
where to find her when the Royals, Chiefs, or KU Jayhawks were on TV.She is survived by her five daughters, 
Sharon Hatfield of Lincoln, KS; Karen Arias and husband Jairo of Hays, 
KS; Janet Robbins of Wamego, KS; Jill Robbins and partner Hans Cathers 
of Hays, KS; Jeannie Robbins of Minneapolis, KS; twelve grandchildren, 
twenty-seven great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; 
brothers, Fred, Ray, and Tom McGavran. She is also survived by her best 
friend of sixty years, Di Fraser. At one of her family reunions, Nancy 
looked at her large family and exclaimed “I started all this!”&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her 
parents; her husband Eugene; sister Deanna Cross; son-in-law Curt Roach;
 father and mother- in-law, Frank and Wilma Robbins; brother-in-law Dean
 Robbins; and sister-in-law Dolly Mae Andrla.Visitation will be Sunday, October 23 
from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Wilson Family Funeral Home 405 Argyle 
Ave., Minneapolis, KS, where the family will receive friends from 4:00 
to 6:00. Funeral services will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 24 at 
the First United Methodist Church 418 N Rock St., Minneapolis, and 
burial will follow in the Highland Cemetery Minneapolis.Memorials may be made to the Minneapolis
 VFW Auxiliary to Post # 3201 or the Leukemia &amp; Lymphoma Society and
 may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, Minneapolis.

Nancy Kay (McGavran) Robbins

Nancy Marian (Helfrich) McBride, 80, died October 18, 2022, at St. 
Catherine Hospital, Garden City, Kansas. She was born March 21, 1942, at
 Syracuse, Kansas, the daughter of Fred and Virginia H. Wilt Helfrich. 
She married Donald Geier on October 21, 2012, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He survives. 
Nancy was a generous, creative, and empowered woman who was a force to 
be reckoned with, especially when it impacted her family. She raised 
her six children and worked fulltime. She was a one-stop shop for her 
children and grandchildren. She was their cosmologist, plumber, general
 contractor, seamstress and tailor, chef, artist, therapist, mediator, 
gardener, fountain of knowledge, and so much more! There was nothing 
she could not do, and if you ever doubted her, she would prove you 
wrong. She worked at Plaza Medical Center for 40+ years and would go 
head-to-head with insurance companies on their patient's behalf. She 
didn’t back down, while still displaying grace and courtesy, when 
dealing with some of the most stubborn, strong-willed people you will 
ever meet. These stubborn, strong-willed people included her children 
and grandchildren, which she loved so very much. 
Nancy was a devout Catholic at St. Mary Catholic Church and incorporated
 her faith in her daily life by treating others how she would want to be
 treated. She was always willing to support anyone in need, no matter 
in what capacity. She adopted a family every Christmas and when she 
could, she would take the time to get to know the family and go above 
and beyond to provide the best holiday for them. Nancy was the type of 
person that you would want to be when you grew-up, even if you are 
already an adult. She set the bar high but had reasonable expectations 
for all. This world would be a much better place if we all strived to 
be like her. 
Many individuals are impacted by her unexpected loss, and we will never 
be able to fill the gap in our lives or in the world. Some of the small
 things that would be missed will be - walking into her home and being 
greeted and then given a tour of her latest project, whether it be an 
art project, remodel, or out in the yard with her beautiful flowers; Her
 cream corn at Thanksgiving dinner; The hour-long conversations about 
anything; The mile long text messages….so many things that are too 
numerous to mention all. 
We love you to the moon and back and more, Mom, Grandma D, Wife, Sister, and Friend. 
Other survivors include her 6 children, whom she shared with former 
spouse Robert “Bob” Barlow, Tracy Barlow of Dodge City, KS; Jody Barlow 
of Garden City, KS; Craig Barlow of Holcomb, KS; Wade (Jackie) Barlow of
 Holcomb, KS; Krista (Jake) Schlegel of Dodge City, KS; Brian (Wendi) 
Barlow of Ingalls, KS; 3 stepchildren Scott (Katie) Geier of Garden 
City, KS; Sister Mary Pietá of Harlem, New York and Matt (Martha) Geier 
of Holcomb, KS; her siblings Dick (Vicky) Helfrich of Coolidge, KS and 
Peggy (Larry McGriff) Helfrich of Capistrano Beach, CA; her 
grandchildren Cory (Monica) Barber; Jared (Nicole) Chappel; Jenna 
(Travis) Kisner; Jantz Chappel; Wrae (Tony Salazar) Barlow; Kyllie 
(Levi) Richardson; Kala Barlow; Abby (Jaz) Barlow; Brianna Barlow; 
Kenzie Schlegel; Maddison Schlegel; Riley (Lexi) Parsons and Regan 
Parsons; Zane Geier; and Brynn Geier; Gunner Newberry; Ethan Newberry; 
and her great grandchildren Logan Barber; Colton Chappel; Weston 
Chappel; Wyatt Kisner; Wade Kisner; Vivian Fay Kisner; Treyden Eastin; 
Parker Eastin; Skylar Barlow; Amilee Wasson; Presley Parsons; Haven 
Parsons; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers John “Jack” Helfrich;
 Robert “Bob” Helfrich; sister Judy Helfrich and sister-in-law Gala 
Helfrich. 
Vigil Service will be at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday October 25, 2022, and 
Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2022, both at St. Mary
 Catholic Church with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant. A private 
family burial will take place at a later time. There will be no calling
 hours.

 In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Mary 
Catholic Church or Emmaus House in care of Garnand Funeral Home.  
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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 </figure>Nancy Marian (Helfrich) McBride, 80, died October 18, 2022, at St. 
Catherine Hospital, Garden City, Kansas. She was born March 21, 1942, at
 Syracuse, Kansas, the daughter of Fred and Virginia H. Wilt Helfrich. 
She married Donald Geier on October 21, 2012, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He survives. 
Nancy was a generous, creative, and empowered woman who was a force to 
be reckoned with, especially when it impacted her family. She raised 
her six children and worked fulltime. She was a one-stop shop for her 
children and grandchildren. She was their cosmologist, plumber, general
 contractor, seamstress and tailor, chef, artist, therapist, mediator, 
gardener, fountain of knowledge, and so much more! There was nothing 
she could not do, and if you ever doubted her, she would prove you 
wrong. She worked at Plaza Medical Center for 40+ years and would go 
head-to-head with insurance companies on their patient's behalf. She 
didn’t back down, while still displaying grace and courtesy, when 
dealing with some of the most stubborn, strong-willed people you will 
ever meet. These stubborn, strong-willed people included her children 
and grandchildren, which she loved so very much. 
Nancy was a devout Catholic at St. Mary Catholic Church and incorporated
 her faith in her daily life by treating others how she would want to be
 treated. She was always willing to support anyone in need, no matter 
in what capacity. She adopted a family every Christmas and when she 
could, she would take the time to get to know the family and go above 
and beyond to provide the best holiday for them. Nancy was the type of 
person that you would want to be when you grew-up, even if you are 
already an adult. She set the bar high but had reasonable expectations 
for all. This world would be a much better place if we all strived to 
be like her. 
Many individuals are impacted by her unexpected loss, and we will never 
be able to fill the gap in our lives or in the world. Some of the small
 things that would be missed will be - walking into her home and being 
greeted and then given a tour of her latest project, whether it be an 
art project, remodel, or out in the yard with her beautiful flowers; Her
 cream corn at Thanksgiving dinner; The hour-long conversations about 
anything; The mile long text messages….so many things that are too 
numerous to mention all. 
We love you to the moon and back and more, Mom, Grandma D, Wife, Sister, and Friend. 
Other survivors include her 6 children, whom she shared with former 
spouse Robert “Bob” Barlow, Tracy Barlow of Dodge City, KS; Jody Barlow 
of Garden City, KS; Craig Barlow of Holcomb, KS; Wade (Jackie) Barlow of
 Holcomb, KS; Krista (Jake) Schlegel of Dodge City, KS; Brian (Wendi) 
Barlow of Ingalls, KS; 3 stepchildren Scott (Katie) Geier of Garden 
City, KS; Sister Mary Pietá of Harlem, New York and Matt (Martha) Geier 
of Holcomb, KS; her siblings Dick (Vicky) Helfrich of Coolidge, KS and 
Peggy (Larry McGriff) Helfrich of Capistrano Beach, CA; her 
grandchildren Cory (Monica) Barber; Jared (Nicole) Chappel; Jenna 
(Travis) Kisner; Jantz Chappel; Wrae (Tony Salazar) Barlow; Kyllie 
(Levi) Richardson; Kala Barlow; Abby (Jaz) Barlow; Brianna Barlow; 
Kenzie Schlegel; Maddison Schlegel; Riley (Lexi) Parsons and Regan 
Parsons; Zane Geier; and Brynn Geier; Gunner Newberry; Ethan Newberry; 
and her great grandchildren Logan Barber; Colton Chappel; Weston 
Chappel; Wyatt Kisner; Wade Kisner; Vivian Fay Kisner; Treyden Eastin; 
Parker Eastin; Skylar Barlow; Amilee Wasson; Presley Parsons; Haven 
Parsons; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers John “Jack” Helfrich;
 Robert “Bob” Helfrich; sister Judy Helfrich and sister-in-law Gala 
Helfrich. 
Vigil Service will be at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday October 25, 2022, and 
Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2022, both at St. Mary
 Catholic Church with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant. A private 
family burial will take place at a later time. There will be no calling
 hours. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Mary 
Catholic Church or Emmaus House in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Nancy Marian (Helfrich) McBride

Gladys Mae Brack, 90, passed away on October 20, 2022, at Cumbernauld
 Village, Winfield, Kan. She was born on May 10, 1932, on the family 
farm, outside of Albert, Kan., to Fred &amp; Anna (Hemken) Harders. On 
July 20, 1952, she married Billy Brack at Trinity Lutheran Church in 
Great Bend, Kan. He passed on July 26, 2014.

Residing in Winfield since 2015, Gladys was a longtime resident of 
rural Albert, moving to Great Bend in 1997. Gladys took pride in being a
 farm wife and was very active in the day to day duties.&nbsp; A life time 
member of the Lutheran denomination, she was baptized and confirmed at 
Peace Lutheran in rural Albert, was a former member of Our Savior 
Lutheran Church in Great Bend, and was a member of Trinity Lutheran 
Church in Winfield. Gladys was a committed church member who dedicated 
many years of service as a Sunday School teacher.&nbsp; She loved to crochet 
and spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include four sons, Paul (Karen) Brack of Paola, Kan., Mark 
(Lisa) Brack of Albert, Kan., Charles (Tammy) Brack of Sedgwick, Kan., 
and Norman (Vickie) Brack of Beauford, Mo.; two daughters, Mary (Chris) 
Kellogg of Gallup, N. Mex., and Judy (Martin) Ray of Winfield; 
twenty-three grandchildren; and thirty-three great-grandchildren. She is
 preceded in death by her husband; her parents; six brothers, Alan, 
Ralph, Delmer, Robert, Martin, and Marion Harders; and a sister, Marge 
Murphy.

Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October
 25, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family receiving guests from 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. 
Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington,
 Kan., with Pastor Gary Wolf presiding. 

Memorials have been designated 
to Cumbernauld Village or Lutheran Heritage Foundation or Harry Hynes 
Memorial Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Gladys Mae Brack, 90, passed away on October 20, 2022, at Cumbernauld
 Village, Winfield, Kan. She was born on May 10, 1932, on the family 
farm, outside of Albert, Kan., to Fred &amp; Anna (Hemken) Harders. On 
July 20, 1952, she married Billy Brack at Trinity Lutheran Church in 
Great Bend, Kan. He passed on July 26, 2014.Residing in Winfield since 2015, Gladys was a longtime resident of 
rural Albert, moving to Great Bend in 1997. Gladys took pride in being a
 farm wife and was very active in the day to day duties.&nbsp; A life time 
member of the Lutheran denomination, she was baptized and confirmed at 
Peace Lutheran in rural Albert, was a former member of Our Savior 
Lutheran Church in Great Bend, and was a member of Trinity Lutheran 
Church in Winfield. Gladys was a committed church member who dedicated 
many years of service as a Sunday School teacher.&nbsp; She loved to crochet 
and spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Survivors include four sons, Paul (Karen) Brack of Paola, Kan., Mark 
(Lisa) Brack of Albert, Kan., Charles (Tammy) Brack of Sedgwick, Kan., 
and Norman (Vickie) Brack of Beauford, Mo.; two daughters, Mary (Chris) 
Kellogg of Gallup, N. Mex., and Judy (Martin) Ray of Winfield; 
twenty-three grandchildren; and thirty-three great-grandchildren. She is
 preceded in death by her husband; her parents; six brothers, Alan, 
Ralph, Delmer, Robert, Martin, and Marion Harders; and a sister, Marge 
Murphy.Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October
 25, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family receiving guests from 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. 
Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington,
 Kan., with Pastor Gary Wolf presiding. Memorials have been designated 
to Cumbernauld Village or Lutheran Heritage Foundation or Harry Hynes 
Memorial Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Gladys Mae Brack

Warren Dean McCrary, 69, passed away October 20, 2022 in Larned.

He was born April 4, 1953, in Sacramento, California, the son of William Donald and Leona Arlene Fought McCrary.

A longtime area resident, he was a retired hotel clerk. He enjoyed 
fishing, hunting, gardening, and spending time with his grandkids. He 
served in the United States Navy.

Survivors include: his mother, Leona McCrary, Hutchinson; two sons, 
Aaron (Benjamin Capp) McCrary, St. Louis, Missouri, Andrew (Shanda) 
McCrary, Larned; daughter, Katherine (Duane) Obermiller, Larned; two 
brother, William Daniel McCrary, Rhode Island, Wayne Dale McCrary, 
Hutchinson; nine grandchildren, and his beloved dog, Little One.

He was preceded in death by his father, and two brothers, Willard Daryl McCrary and Walter Donald McCrary.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 
p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, with family present from 3:00 p.m. to 
6:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned 
Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 
in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. 

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 </figure>Warren Dean McCrary, 69, passed away October 20, 2022 in Larned.He was born April 4, 1953, in Sacramento, California, the son of William Donald and Leona Arlene Fought McCrary.A longtime area resident, he was a retired hotel clerk. He enjoyed 
fishing, hunting, gardening, and spending time with his grandkids. He 
served in the United States Navy.Survivors include: his mother, Leona McCrary, Hutchinson; two sons, 
Aaron (Benjamin Capp) McCrary, St. Louis, Missouri, Andrew (Shanda) 
McCrary, Larned; daughter, Katherine (Duane) Obermiller, Larned; two 
brother, William Daniel McCrary, Rhode Island, Wayne Dale McCrary, 
Hutchinson; nine grandchildren, and his beloved dog, Little One.He was preceded in death by his father, and two brothers, Willard Daryl McCrary and Walter Donald McCrary.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 
p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, with family present from 3:00 p.m. to 
6:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned 
Cemetery.Memorials may be given to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 
in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Warren Dean McCrary

Linda Mae Fisher, age 71, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, in Hays. She was born 
October 31, 1950, in Hays to Mike U. and Georgine (Wasinger) Sander.

Linda graduated from Hays High in 
1971&nbsp;and on May 5, 1973, she married Francis J. Fisher Jr. Linda had 
worked at McDonald's for 39 years primarily as a Crew Trainer. She was a 
member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

Linda loved people and enjoyed 
decorating especially for the holidays. She enjoyed spending time with 
family cooking meals, spoiling them whenever she could and talking on 
the phone with them whenever she could. She liked westerns and crime 
shows, Elvis and keeping her house nice and tidy. Linda always made 
everyone feel special.

She is survived by her husband, Francis
 of Hays; two sons, Sean Fisher and wife Renee of Hays and Cory Fisher 
of Colorado Springs; a daughter, Danielle Fisher of Hays; three 
brothers, Marvin, Larry (Rhonda) and Mike Sander all of Hays; Two 
sisters, Darlene Johnson and husband Bill of Berthoud, Colorado and 
Debra Kuhn of Hays; five grandchildren, Nick Fisher, Esperanza Palmer, 
Sofia Palmer, Jacob Fisher and Levi Fisher; a great grandson, Mateo 
Schmidt; mother-in-law, Josephine Fisher; her in-laws, Gerald Fisher 
(Brenda), Kenneth Fisher (Jodie), Mark Fisher (Melanie), Patricia Arias,
 Cynthia Lang (Floyd), Pamela McCormack, Wanda Staab (Lee), Sheila 
Goodwin (Jim), Laura Smull and Donna Cape (Alex).

She was preceded in death by her 
parents; a grandson, Nathan Fisher; a sister, Norma Thompson and her 
husband Bill, a brother, Melvin Sander; father-in-law, Francis Fisher 
Sr.; a sister-in-law, Donna Sander, and two brothers-in-law, Rick Kuhn 
and Jim Arias.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, October 22, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial 
will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 be used according to the wishes of the family and designated at a later
 date. Donations may be made payable to Francis Fisher.

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

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 </figure>Linda Mae Fisher, age 71, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, in Hays. She was born 
October 31, 1950, in Hays to Mike U. and Georgine (Wasinger) Sander.Linda graduated from Hays High in 
1971&nbsp;and on May 5, 1973, she married Francis J. Fisher Jr. Linda had 
worked at McDonald's for 39 years primarily as a Crew Trainer. She was a 
member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.Linda loved people and enjoyed 
decorating especially for the holidays. She enjoyed spending time with 
family cooking meals, spoiling them whenever she could and talking on 
the phone with them whenever she could. She liked westerns and crime 
shows, Elvis and keeping her house nice and tidy. Linda always made 
everyone feel special.She is survived by her husband, Francis
 of Hays; two sons, Sean Fisher and wife Renee of Hays and Cory Fisher 
of Colorado Springs; a daughter, Danielle Fisher of Hays; three 
brothers, Marvin, Larry (Rhonda) and Mike Sander all of Hays; Two 
sisters, Darlene Johnson and husband Bill of Berthoud, Colorado and 
Debra Kuhn of Hays; five grandchildren, Nick Fisher, Esperanza Palmer, 
Sofia Palmer, Jacob Fisher and Levi Fisher; a great grandson, Mateo 
Schmidt; mother-in-law, Josephine Fisher; her in-laws, Gerald Fisher 
(Brenda), Kenneth Fisher (Jodie), Mark Fisher (Melanie), Patricia Arias,
 Cynthia Lang (Floyd), Pamela McCormack, Wanda Staab (Lee), Sheila 
Goodwin (Jim), Laura Smull and Donna Cape (Alex).She was preceded in death by her 
parents; a grandson, Nathan Fisher; a sister, Norma Thompson and her 
husband Bill, a brother, Melvin Sander; father-in-law, Francis Fisher 
Sr.; a sister-in-law, Donna Sander, and two brothers-in-law, Rick Kuhn 
and Jim Arias.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, October 22, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial 
will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 be used according to the wishes of the family and designated at a later
 date. Donations may be made payable to Francis Fisher.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Linda Mae Fisher

Barbara Jean Strahm, 84, of Pawhuska, Oklahoma, went home to be with 
the Lord on Monday, October 17, 2022.&nbsp; She was born on June 21, 1938, to
 Leon and Mae Wenger in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; In 1956, she graduated from 
Powhattan High School where she was active in 4-H and won a National 
Award for Frozen Foods from International Harvester.&nbsp; She started her 
career as a piano accompanist in high school because the music teacher 
was too busy.&nbsp; Barbara started giving piano lessons at the age of 12 and
 continued this profession for 70 years.&nbsp; In 1959, Barbara graduated 
from Kansas State University with a degree in English and Music.&nbsp; She 
was a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority.&nbsp;

On June 1, 1958, Barbara married Samuel Strahm.&nbsp; Following Sam’s 
graduation from Veterinary School, they moved to Pawhuska, Oklahoma 
where Sam joined the Osage Animal Clinic. They had 3 children, Greg, 
Bryan, and Andrea.&nbsp; They were avid K-State football fans and Barbara 
still has season tickets to the games.

Barbara and Sam devoted their lives to serving veterinary medicine, 
education, the Pawhuska community, and Pawhuska First Baptist Church.&nbsp; 
For over 50 years they were involved with the American Veterinary 
Medical Association and the Cattlemen and Cattlewomen’s Association.&nbsp; 
They were both officers for these organizations with a goal to help the 
Cattleman and the Veterinarian work together.&nbsp; In 2013, Barbara was 
awarded the “Cattlewoman of the Year” award.&nbsp;

In 2017, Barbara was honored by the Osage County Historical Society as one of their “Heroes and Legends.”

Barbara was always there for her children and grandchildren, 
attending and supporting all their activities.&nbsp; She cherished all her 
piano students and enjoyed planning recitals and parties for them.&nbsp; 
Barbara was a state officer and member of GFWC where she enjoyed 
attending conventions with her mother and sisters.&nbsp; She was also a 
member of Heeko, PEO, and the Osage County Extension.&nbsp; Barbara 
volunteered for the Help Workshop, the Osage County Museum, the 
Constantine Theatre and was a docent for the Tulsa Opera.&nbsp; She was the 
church pianist for the First Baptist Church and helped with Vacation 
Bible School, Sunday School, and WMU.&nbsp; Barbara also enjoyed being the 
fill-in organist for numerous other Pawhuska churches.

Barbara is survived by her sons Greg Strahm, Bryan Strahm (Alicia), 
and daughter Andrea Enloe (Kim); grandchildren Sam, Silas (Haley), Kyle 
(Haylee), Rhett (Chyanne), Leah (Zach), and Cashman; sisters Anita 
Pfister (Ronald), Kathy Palermo (John), and brother Richard Wenger 
(Martha), Aunt Betty Barnes; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Barbara’s greatest joy was spending time with her 3 great grandsons, 
Kasen, Wayland, and Beyer.&nbsp; She was looking forward to having 3 great 
granddaughters that are all due to be born in January, 2023.

There will be a visitation at Kendrick McCartney Johnson Funeral 
Home, Pawhuska, Thursday, October 20, 10am – 5pm.&nbsp; The family will be 
available from 3pm – 5pm to greet visitors.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 
held Friday, October 21, 11am, at the First Baptist Church of Pawhuska.&nbsp;
 Interment will follow at the Pawhuska City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Pawhuska, The 
Brown County Historical Society Ag Museum, or any of the many 
organizations that Barbara supported.

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 </figure>Barbara Jean Strahm, 84, of Pawhuska, Oklahoma, went home to be with 
the Lord on Monday, October 17, 2022.&nbsp; She was born on June 21, 1938, to
 Leon and Mae Wenger in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; In 1956, she graduated from 
Powhattan High School where she was active in 4-H and won a National 
Award for Frozen Foods from International Harvester.&nbsp; She started her 
career as a piano accompanist in high school because the music teacher 
was too busy.&nbsp; Barbara started giving piano lessons at the age of 12 and
 continued this profession for 70 years.&nbsp; In 1959, Barbara graduated 
from Kansas State University with a degree in English and Music.&nbsp; She 
was a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority.&nbsp;On June 1, 1958, Barbara married Samuel Strahm.&nbsp; Following Sam’s 
graduation from Veterinary School, they moved to Pawhuska, Oklahoma 
where Sam joined the Osage Animal Clinic. They had 3 children, Greg, 
Bryan, and Andrea.&nbsp; They were avid K-State football fans and Barbara 
still has season tickets to the games.Barbara and Sam devoted their lives to serving veterinary medicine, 
education, the Pawhuska community, and Pawhuska First Baptist Church.&nbsp; 
For over 50 years they were involved with the American Veterinary 
Medical Association and the Cattlemen and Cattlewomen’s Association.&nbsp; 
They were both officers for these organizations with a goal to help the 
Cattleman and the Veterinarian work together.&nbsp; In 2013, Barbara was 
awarded the “Cattlewoman of the Year” award.&nbsp;In 2017, Barbara was honored by the Osage County Historical Society as one of their “Heroes and Legends.”Barbara was always there for her children and grandchildren, 
attending and supporting all their activities.&nbsp; She cherished all her 
piano students and enjoyed planning recitals and parties for them.&nbsp; 
Barbara was a state officer and member of GFWC where she enjoyed 
attending conventions with her mother and sisters.&nbsp; She was also a 
member of Heeko, PEO, and the Osage County Extension.&nbsp; Barbara 
volunteered for the Help Workshop, the Osage County Museum, the 
Constantine Theatre and was a docent for the Tulsa Opera.&nbsp; She was the 
church pianist for the First Baptist Church and helped with Vacation 
Bible School, Sunday School, and WMU.&nbsp; Barbara also enjoyed being the 
fill-in organist for numerous other Pawhuska churches.Barbara is survived by her sons Greg Strahm, Bryan Strahm (Alicia), 
and daughter Andrea Enloe (Kim); grandchildren Sam, Silas (Haley), Kyle 
(Haylee), Rhett (Chyanne), Leah (Zach), and Cashman; sisters Anita 
Pfister (Ronald), Kathy Palermo (John), and brother Richard Wenger 
(Martha), Aunt Betty Barnes; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.Barbara’s greatest joy was spending time with her 3 great grandsons, 
Kasen, Wayland, and Beyer.&nbsp; She was looking forward to having 3 great 
granddaughters that are all due to be born in January, 2023.There will be a visitation at Kendrick McCartney Johnson Funeral 
Home, Pawhuska, Thursday, October 20, 10am – 5pm.&nbsp; The family will be 
available from 3pm – 5pm to greet visitors.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 
held Friday, October 21, 11am, at the First Baptist Church of Pawhuska.&nbsp;
 Interment will follow at the Pawhuska City Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Pawhuska, The 
Brown County Historical Society Ag Museum, or any of the many 
organizations that Barbara supported.

Barbara Jean Strahm

Shirley Ruth Leslie, 88, passed away October 20, 2022, at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.

She was born December 21, 1933, in Larned, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Ruth Row Walker.

A Larned resident, she worked at the Larned State Hospital in the 
Reimbursement Office. She was a member of Larned United Methodist 
Church, United Methodist Women and D.A.R. She enjoyed volunteering at 
the UMW Budget Shop, traveling, golfing, fishing and reading.

On August 12, 1972, she married Dean Leslie in Larned; he survives.

Other survivors include: daughters, Debra (Tom) Snyder, Larned, Patti
 (Don) Smithson, Arlington, Texas, Pam Almquist, Fort Worth, Texas; step
 son, Kevin (Cathy Jo) Leslie, Rock River, Wyoming; step daughter, Mary 
(Kevin) Yurchak, Melbourne Beach, Florida, Brenda (Richard)Winn, Mexico,
 Missouri; two brothers, Robert (Bob) Walker and William (Bill) Walker, 
Larned; twelve grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren and four 
great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents and a brother Duane Walker.

Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Beckwith
 Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Tricia North presiding. Visitation
 will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, October 24, 2022, with family present 
from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

Memorials may be given to Larned United Methodist Church or St Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital&nbsp;&nbsp; both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box
 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Shirley Ruth Leslie, 88, passed away October 20, 2022, at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.She was born December 21, 1933, in Larned, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Ruth Row Walker.A Larned resident, she worked at the Larned State Hospital in the 
Reimbursement Office. She was a member of Larned United Methodist 
Church, United Methodist Women and D.A.R. She enjoyed volunteering at 
the UMW Budget Shop, traveling, golfing, fishing and reading.On August 12, 1972, she married Dean Leslie in Larned; he survives.Other survivors include: daughters, Debra (Tom) Snyder, Larned, Patti
 (Don) Smithson, Arlington, Texas, Pam Almquist, Fort Worth, Texas; step
 son, Kevin (Cathy Jo) Leslie, Rock River, Wyoming; step daughter, Mary 
(Kevin) Yurchak, Melbourne Beach, Florida, Brenda (Richard)Winn, Mexico,
 Missouri; two brothers, Robert (Bob) Walker and William (Bill) Walker, 
Larned; twelve grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren and four 
great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her parents and a brother Duane Walker.Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Beckwith
 Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Tricia North presiding. Visitation
 will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, October 24, 2022, with family present 
from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.Memorials may be given to Larned United Methodist Church or St Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital&nbsp;&nbsp; both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box
 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Shirley Ruth Leslie

Marilyn Ruth (Bieker) Armstrong was born 
in Kansas City, KS, on December 11, 1926. She was adopted on August 19,
 1928, by Anthony John and Elizabeth Bieker (Boos) from Marienthal, KS.&nbsp;
 She attended parochial school for two years in Marienthal and then 
moved to Leoti, KS, where she completed her schooling and graduated from
 Wichita County High School in 1944.

Marilyn married Robert Wilson “R.W.” Clark (b. 1924, d. 2001) in 1944
 and was divorced in 1956.&nbsp; She raised her six beloved children: Richard
 Allen (b. 1947, d. 1998), Janelle Diane (b. 1948), Kathleen Anne (b. 
1950), Mark Wayne (b. 1953), Ruth Ellen (b. 1954), and Timothy Lee (b. 
1955).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Those years were quite an adventure, and Marilyn and her children 
love telling stories about those times still today!&nbsp; One of her favorite
 adventures was a trip west.&nbsp; They drove to Pueblo, CO, and from there, 
took the train to Grand Junction, CO, to visit R.W.’s sister, Margaret.&nbsp;
 The train stopped under the Royal Gorge Bridge and let passengers out 
to see the bridge.

As her children grew, Marilyn started to cut and dye ladies’ hair.&nbsp; 
She studied for the state board of cosmetology while an apprentice and 
passed the exam and became a licensed beautician.&nbsp; She was the 
proprietor of Marilyn's Beauty Shop in Leoti for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In 1973, Marilyn married Robert “Bob” Armstrong (b. 1933, d. 1990) in
 Leoti, KS.&nbsp; They enjoyed each other's company greatly. Marilyn also 
worked for a time at the local vet clinic to help with the animals.

In retirement, Marilyn lived for a time on Whidbey Island, WA.&nbsp; She 
moved back to Leoti and then on to Phoenix, AZ.&nbsp; There she enjoyed the 
warm weather, doted on her dogs Katie and Penny, and developed her 
passion for Diamondback baseball.&nbsp; She moved back to Leoti and lived for
 several years with her daughter Ruth before moving to the Leoti Care 
Center in 2021.

Marilyn was a devout Catholic her whole life and her faith saw her 
through every day.&nbsp; Besides her children and her dogs, Marilyn also 
loved to play cards including bridge, rummy, and spades.&nbsp; She also loved
 to read, and devoured books well into her 90s!

Vigil service will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Leoti, Kansas.

Funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Leoti, 
Kansas at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 with Father Tim Hickey
 presiding.&nbsp;

Interment will be at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to St. Anthony of Padua Church or the Wichita 
County Health Center - Long Term Care in care of Price and Sons funeral 
home, PO Box 161, Leoti Kansas 67861.

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 </figure>Marilyn Ruth (Bieker) Armstrong was born 
in Kansas City, KS, on December 11, 1926. She was adopted on August 19,
 1928, by Anthony John and Elizabeth Bieker (Boos) from Marienthal, KS.&nbsp;
 She attended parochial school for two years in Marienthal and then 
moved to Leoti, KS, where she completed her schooling and graduated from
 Wichita County High School in 1944.Marilyn married Robert Wilson “R.W.” Clark (b. 1924, d. 2001) in 1944
 and was divorced in 1956.&nbsp; She raised her six beloved children: Richard
 Allen (b. 1947, d. 1998), Janelle Diane (b. 1948), Kathleen Anne (b. 
1950), Mark Wayne (b. 1953), Ruth Ellen (b. 1954), and Timothy Lee (b. 
1955).&nbsp;&nbsp;Those years were quite an adventure, and Marilyn and her children 
love telling stories about those times still today!&nbsp; One of her favorite
 adventures was a trip west.&nbsp; They drove to Pueblo, CO, and from there, 
took the train to Grand Junction, CO, to visit R.W.’s sister, Margaret.&nbsp;
 The train stopped under the Royal Gorge Bridge and let passengers out 
to see the bridge.As her children grew, Marilyn started to cut and dye ladies’ hair.&nbsp; 
She studied for the state board of cosmetology while an apprentice and 
passed the exam and became a licensed beautician.&nbsp; She was the 
proprietor of Marilyn's Beauty Shop in Leoti for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1973, Marilyn married Robert “Bob” Armstrong (b. 1933, d. 1990) in
 Leoti, KS.&nbsp; They enjoyed each other's company greatly. Marilyn also 
worked for a time at the local vet clinic to help with the animals.In retirement, Marilyn lived for a time on Whidbey Island, WA.&nbsp; She 
moved back to Leoti and then on to Phoenix, AZ.&nbsp; There she enjoyed the 
warm weather, doted on her dogs Katie and Penny, and developed her 
passion for Diamondback baseball.&nbsp; She moved back to Leoti and lived for
 several years with her daughter Ruth before moving to the Leoti Care 
Center in 2021.Marilyn was a devout Catholic her whole life and her faith saw her 
through every day.&nbsp; Besides her children and her dogs, Marilyn also 
loved to play cards including bridge, rummy, and spades.&nbsp; She also loved
 to read, and devoured books well into her 90s!Vigil service will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Leoti, Kansas.Funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Leoti, 
Kansas at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 with Father Tim Hickey
 presiding.&nbsp;Interment will be at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.Memorials may be given to St. Anthony of Padua Church or the Wichita 
County Health Center - Long Term Care in care of Price and Sons funeral 
home, PO Box 161, Leoti Kansas 67861.

Marilyn Ruth (Bieker) Armstrong

Christine “Joan” Strano, 78, died unexpectedly at her home on October
 17, 2022.&nbsp; She was born October 2, 1944, in Wichita to William Clark 
and Olive Aileen (Kissick) Anderson.

Joan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962, and Southwestern 
College, Winfield, in 1966, earning her bachelor’s degree. &nbsp;

While at Southwestern College, Joan met a young man from 
Punxsutawney, PA, Richard Francis “Dick” Strano. They were married June 
4, 1966, in South Hutchinson.&nbsp; Together, they raised two daughters, and 
eventually, their family grew to include two wonderful sons-in-law and 
seven precious grandchildren.&nbsp; Dick died March 6, 2018, after he and 
Joan shared nearly 52 years of marriage.

Joan was a natural born teacher.&nbsp; Throughout her career, Joan taught 
health/physical education and science in Osborne USD 392 and Hutchinson 
USD 308.&nbsp; Most recently, she was a substitute teacher for Buhler USD 
313.&nbsp; In her free time, she enjoyed being outdoors; Joan was an 
outstanding gardener, and had a talent for growing amazing flowers. She 
also enjoyed decorating, especially at Christmas. Joans’ greatest joy 
and calling though was that of being a mom and grandma; she loved her 
daughters and grandchildren unconditionally.&nbsp; She would do anything for 
them. Joan attended Grace Bible Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Joan is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Angie White (Eric) of Hutchinson, 
and Amy Dye (Derek) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Ethan, Addi, Aidyn and 
Eli White, and Josie, Emme, and Harper Dye; brother, Jeff Anderson 
(Rogene) of Lawrence; sisters, Jan Dwyer and Jill Foss of Hutchinson; a 
sister-in-law, Tamra Strano of Baytown, TX; and her faithful four-legged
 companions, dogs, Berki and Berne and cats, Rush and Rusty.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother’s in-law, Robert “Bob” Strano, Ed Dwyer, and Doug Foss.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Bart Horton officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign 
her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has
 taken place.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666283279829.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Christine “Joan” Strano, 78, died unexpectedly at her home on October
 17, 2022.&nbsp; She was born October 2, 1944, in Wichita to William Clark 
and Olive Aileen (Kissick) Anderson.Joan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962, and Southwestern 
College, Winfield, in 1966, earning her bachelor’s degree. &nbsp;While at Southwestern College, Joan met a young man from 
Punxsutawney, PA, Richard Francis “Dick” Strano. They were married June 
4, 1966, in South Hutchinson.&nbsp; Together, they raised two daughters, and 
eventually, their family grew to include two wonderful sons-in-law and 
seven precious grandchildren.&nbsp; Dick died March 6, 2018, after he and 
Joan shared nearly 52 years of marriage.Joan was a natural born teacher.&nbsp; Throughout her career, Joan taught 
health/physical education and science in Osborne USD 392 and Hutchinson 
USD 308.&nbsp; Most recently, she was a substitute teacher for Buhler USD 
313.&nbsp; In her free time, she enjoyed being outdoors; Joan was an 
outstanding gardener, and had a talent for growing amazing flowers. She 
also enjoyed decorating, especially at Christmas. Joans’ greatest joy 
and calling though was that of being a mom and grandma; she loved her 
daughters and grandchildren unconditionally.&nbsp; She would do anything for 
them. Joan attended Grace Bible Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;Joan is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Angie White (Eric) of Hutchinson, 
and Amy Dye (Derek) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Ethan, Addi, Aidyn and 
Eli White, and Josie, Emme, and Harper Dye; brother, Jeff Anderson 
(Rogene) of Lawrence; sisters, Jan Dwyer and Jill Foss of Hutchinson; a 
sister-in-law, Tamra Strano of Baytown, TX; and her faithful four-legged
 companions, dogs, Berki and Berne and cats, Rush and Rusty.She was preceded in death by her parents and brother’s in-law, Robert “Bob” Strano, Ed Dwyer, and Doug Foss.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Bart Horton officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign 
her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has
 taken place.

Christine 'Joan' Strano

Norman “Pete” Kramer, 67, passed away October 19, 2022, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kan. He was born November 25, 1954, at 
Oakland, Calif. to Bernard &amp; Norma (Bowman) Kramer. He married Jean 
A. Scheer August 14, 1976, at Garden City.

Coming from Garden City in 2015, Pete was a current Great Bend 
resident. He was a machinist for Simmons Pump &amp; Machinery. Pete was 
of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed collecting coins and hot wheels, and 
hunting and fishing. He was an avid football and baseball fan. Pete 
especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

Survivors include, his wife, Jean Kramer of the home; a son, Nathan 
Kramer and wife Barbara of Garden City; two daughters, Anna Kramer and 
Stacey Kramer (Milton Barnes) both of Garden City; a daughter in law, 
Radonda Kramer of Great Bend; a sister, Carol Tieben and husband Daryl 
of Dodge City; and fifteen grandchildren, Alyssia Garcia Kramer (David),
 Jayden Kramer, Janica Kramer, Anastacia Kramer, Michael Kramer, 
Julianna Kramer, Matthew Kramer, Mia Vera, Isaac Owens, Jaylene Campos, 
Brysen Owens, Destiny Kramer, Alexander Kramer, Maddison Kramer and 
Gabriel Kramer. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Bryan
 Kramer and Adam Kramer; and a brother, Mark Kramer.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m.,
 Monday, October 24, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Archie 
Moody presiding. Interment will be in Valley View Cemetery, Garden City,
 Kan. at 2:00 p.m. 

Memorials have been designated to the Norman “Pete” 
Kramer Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Norman “Pete” Kramer, 67, passed away October 19, 2022, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kan. He was born November 25, 1954, at 
Oakland, Calif. to Bernard &amp; Norma (Bowman) Kramer. He married Jean 
A. Scheer August 14, 1976, at Garden City.Coming from Garden City in 2015, Pete was a current Great Bend 
resident. He was a machinist for Simmons Pump &amp; Machinery. Pete was 
of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed collecting coins and hot wheels, and 
hunting and fishing. He was an avid football and baseball fan. Pete 
especially enjoyed spending time with his family.Survivors include, his wife, Jean Kramer of the home; a son, Nathan 
Kramer and wife Barbara of Garden City; two daughters, Anna Kramer and 
Stacey Kramer (Milton Barnes) both of Garden City; a daughter in law, 
Radonda Kramer of Great Bend; a sister, Carol Tieben and husband Daryl 
of Dodge City; and fifteen grandchildren, Alyssia Garcia Kramer (David),
 Jayden Kramer, Janica Kramer, Anastacia Kramer, Michael Kramer, 
Julianna Kramer, Matthew Kramer, Mia Vera, Isaac Owens, Jaylene Campos, 
Brysen Owens, Destiny Kramer, Alexander Kramer, Maddison Kramer and 
Gabriel Kramer. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Bryan
 Kramer and Adam Kramer; and a brother, Mark Kramer.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m.,
 Monday, October 24, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Archie 
Moody presiding. Interment will be in Valley View Cemetery, Garden City,
 Kan. at 2:00 p.m. Memorials have been designated to the Norman “Pete” 
Kramer Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Norman 'Pete' Kramer

Ben Keith, formerly of Morland, Kansas, died October 16, 2022, at Pharr, Texas. He was the son of William and Ethel (Fawcett) Keith.&nbsp;

An obituary and services details are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Ben Keith, formerly of Morland, Kansas, died October 16, 2022, at Pharr, Texas. He was the son of William and Ethel (Fawcett) Keith.&nbsp;An obituary and services details are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Ben William Keith

Linda Marie (Sandvil) Rumback passed from this world October 13, 2022, 
at 63 years of age. As most who knew her were aware, she had been ill 
for some time, and her passing was expected. 
She was born in September of 1959 to Joseph Jr. and Sheila Sandvil in 
Highland Falls, New York. Born into a military family, her early 
childhood was spent at Clark Air Base in the Philippines. 
She attended high school in Dunedin, Florida, where she graduated in 
1979. She worked as a florist until her marriage to Jim Rumback in 1986.
 To this marriage were born four children. 
After moving from Georgia to Kansas, she began to work for Oakley Public
 Schools in the cafeteria, where she made ¬life-long friends. Many may 
remember stopping for a hug as they grabbed their milk in the lunch 
line. 
In 2009, she became seriously ill and faced a lengthy hospitalization, 
which saw an incredibly generous outpouring of thoughtfulness and 
kindness from the community. 
Linda spent most of the last decade residing at the Logan County Manor, 
where she saw many friends come and go. Our family could not be more 
grateful for the care she received from the staff at the Logan County 
Manor and hospice, as well as from her personal physician, Dr. Herscher. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, and more recently, by her younger brother, Mark Sandvil. 
She leaves behind her spouse, James Rumback, daughter Mollie and husband
 Bryan Kough, of Dighton, Kansas; son Alexander and wife Kendra Rumback,
 of Spruce Pine, North Carolina; and daughters Heidi and husband Dakota 
Pannell and Floralee and husband Ryan Samut Tagliaferro, of Duncan, 
Oklahoma. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Logan, Sawyer, and 
Rory Kough; Owen and Daphne Rumback; Isaac Rumback; and Lexis Glassman 
and Levi Samut Tagliaferro. 
Funeral services will be provided by Baalmann Mortuary, of Oakley, Kansas. Services will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Linda Marie (Sandvil) Rumback passed from this world October 13, 2022, 
at 63 years of age. As most who knew her were aware, she had been ill 
for some time, and her passing was expected. 
She was born in September of 1959 to Joseph Jr. and Sheila Sandvil in 
Highland Falls, New York. Born into a military family, her early 
childhood was spent at Clark Air Base in the Philippines. 
She attended high school in Dunedin, Florida, where she graduated in 
1979. She worked as a florist until her marriage to Jim Rumback in 1986.
 To this marriage were born four children. 
After moving from Georgia to Kansas, she began to work for Oakley Public
 Schools in the cafeteria, where she made ¬life-long friends. Many may 
remember stopping for a hug as they grabbed their milk in the lunch 
line. 
In 2009, she became seriously ill and faced a lengthy hospitalization, 
which saw an incredibly generous outpouring of thoughtfulness and 
kindness from the community. 
Linda spent most of the last decade residing at the Logan County Manor, 
where she saw many friends come and go. Our family could not be more 
grateful for the care she received from the staff at the Logan County 
Manor and hospice, as well as from her personal physician, Dr. Herscher. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, and more recently, by her younger brother, Mark Sandvil. 
She leaves behind her spouse, James Rumback, daughter Mollie and husband
 Bryan Kough, of Dighton, Kansas; son Alexander and wife Kendra Rumback,
 of Spruce Pine, North Carolina; and daughters Heidi and husband Dakota 
Pannell and Floralee and husband Ryan Samut Tagliaferro, of Duncan, 
Oklahoma. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Logan, Sawyer, and 
Rory Kough; Owen and Daphne Rumback; Isaac Rumback; and Lexis Glassman 
and Levi Samut Tagliaferro. 
Funeral services will be provided by Baalmann Mortuary, of Oakley, Kansas. Services will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

Linda Marie (Sandvil) Rumback

Betty M. Swartz, age 67 years, longtime Great Bend, Kansas, resident, passed away at her home in Great Bend on Tuesday afternoon, October 18, 2022.&nbsp; Betty was born on October 18, 1955, at Danville, Illinois, to Leon and Ileta (Morgeson) Burton, and raised by Willard and Ileta Schuckman.&nbsp; She worked as a Machinist for FMC Corporation at their plant in Hoopeston, Illinois, for 11 years, after moving to Great Bend in 2003 was employed by Oversize Warning Products Inc. in Great Bend for many years.&nbsp; Betty was an accomplished quilter and seamstress, and also sewed and sold handmade quilts.&nbsp; She loved quilting and sewing, puzzles, and outdoor activities including Sand Rails.&nbsp;

Survivors include her longtime companion Leland “Lee” Zerr of Great Bend, Kansas; one son Jason Grove of Great Bend, and one daughter-in-law Amy Grove of Great Bend; one grandson Tyler Grove; two sisters:&nbsp; Donna Brazda of Hoisington, Kansas and Kim (&amp; Keith) Frank of La Crosse, Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Betty was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Mont Burton.

According to her wishes, cremation has been chosen and inurnment will take place in the La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas, at a later date.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society with Janousek Funeral Home of La Crosse, Kansas, in charge. Online condolences may be left for the family and a full obituary notice may be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com/">http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>Betty M. Swartz, age 67 years, longtime Great Bend, Kansas, resident, passed away at her home in Great Bend on Tuesday afternoon, October 18, 2022.&nbsp; Betty was born on October 18, 1955, at Danville, Illinois, to Leon and Ileta (Morgeson) Burton, and raised by Willard and Ileta Schuckman.&nbsp; She worked as a Machinist for FMC Corporation at their plant in Hoopeston, Illinois, for 11 years, after moving to Great Bend in 2003 was employed by Oversize Warning Products Inc. in Great Bend for many years.&nbsp; Betty was an accomplished quilter and seamstress, and also sewed and sold handmade quilts.&nbsp; She loved quilting and sewing, puzzles, and outdoor activities including Sand Rails.&nbsp;Survivors include her longtime companion Leland “Lee” Zerr of Great Bend, Kansas; one son Jason Grove of Great Bend, and one daughter-in-law Amy Grove of Great Bend; one grandson Tyler Grove; two sisters:&nbsp; Donna Brazda of Hoisington, Kansas and Kim (&amp; Keith) Frank of La Crosse, Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Betty was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Mont Burton.According to her wishes, cremation has been chosen and inurnment will take place in the La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas, at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society with Janousek Funeral Home of La Crosse, Kansas, in charge. Online condolences may be left for the family and a full obituary notice may be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com/">http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>

Betty M. Swartz

A Memorial 
Mass for Clarence “Butch” Dreiling will be held on Friday, November 4, 
2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the All Saints Catholic Church in Holdrege, 
Nebraska, with Father Jay Buhman as Celebrant.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at
 the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege with Military Honors provided by 
the Martin-Horn American Legion Post #66 in conjunction with the United 
States Army Funeral Honors Team.

Rosary will be prayed prior to mass at 9:30 a.m. at the church.

Clarence “Butch” Dreiling, of Holdrege, passed away peacefully 
surrounded by his family on Friday, October 14, 2022 at the Regional 
West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. During his 83 years, Butch
 lived a full life. He was born on August 9, 1939, in Ellis, Kansas, the
 fourth of five children to Celestine and Bernadetta “Nettie” (Reidel) 
Dreiling. Butch grew up in Ellis, Kansas, where he graduated from Ellis 
High School in 1957.

After 
high school, Butch worked for Coca-Cola bottling company as a truck 
driver, followed by delivering meat for the B&amp;B meat packing company
 in Hays, Kansas. In 1960, Butch started his long-time career at 
Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas Company. After starting off digging ditches,
 his loyalty and work ethic led his career up to Fleet Administrator. 
After 39 hard working years, Butch retired in 1999. Butch enlisted in 
the Army in 1961 and was honorably discharged in 1963. He loved his time
 in the service and continued to serve in many capacities after retiring
 from the gas company.

Butch 
met Marietta Lee Munk and they were married on August 21, 1965 in 
Oakley, Kansas. They lived in Kansas until 1976, when they relocated to 
Holdrege, Nebraska for Butch’s job. Through that union, Butch and 
Marietta were blessed with 56 years of marriage, three children (Kelly, 
Leslee and Matt) and their seven grandchildren. They shared their last 
44 years of marriage in Holdrege, Nebraska.

Butch 
was a member of the All Saints Catholic Church, Disabled Veterans, Fleet
 Association of America, Kansas-Nebraska Trap Shooting Association and 
the American Legion.

Butch 
enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life.&nbsp; Butch enjoyed wood-working, 
making countless pieces for his family, as well as people in the 
community. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting, golfing, and 
playing cards, but his greatest joy was watching his grandkids play 
their sports. Butch always led by example, volunteering in the 
community. He drove veterans to appointments, worked at the food pantry 
and was instrumental in the creation of the Veterans Memorial in 
Holdrege. Some may be surprised to know that after retirement, Butch and
 Marietta enjoyed a few trips to Sturgis on their Harley.

Family 
who survived to cherish his memory are daughter, Kelly (Clinton) Ratliff
 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska; daughter, Leslee (Brian) Valenta of Grimes, 
Iowa; and son, Matt (Tiffany) Dreiling of Destrehan, Louisiana; 
Grandchildren: Jarrett Ratliff, Jakob Ratliff, Zoey Valenta, Wyatt 
Valenta, Tate Valenta, Brayden Dreiling and Emma Dreiling.&nbsp; Also 
survived are brother, Robert (Mary) Dreiling of Hays, Kansas; and 
sister, Elfreda Eberle of Fort Collins, Colorado.

Butch was preceded in death by his wife, Marietta; sister, Alice Weber; brother, Jerry Dreiling and his parents.

There 
will be no visitation, viewing, or memorial book signing the evening 
prior to the mass.&nbsp; The family has honored Butch’s wish for cremation.

A memorial has been established in Butch’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>

The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>A Memorial 
Mass for Clarence “Butch” Dreiling will be held on Friday, November 4, 
2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the All Saints Catholic Church in Holdrege, 
Nebraska, with Father Jay Buhman as Celebrant.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at
 the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege with Military Honors provided by 
the Martin-Horn American Legion Post #66 in conjunction with the United 
States Army Funeral Honors Team.Rosary will be prayed prior to mass at 9:30 a.m. at the church.Clarence “Butch” Dreiling, of Holdrege, passed away peacefully 
surrounded by his family on Friday, October 14, 2022 at the Regional 
West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. During his 83 years, Butch
 lived a full life. He was born on August 9, 1939, in Ellis, Kansas, the
 fourth of five children to Celestine and Bernadetta “Nettie” (Reidel) 
Dreiling. Butch grew up in Ellis, Kansas, where he graduated from Ellis 
High School in 1957.After 
high school, Butch worked for Coca-Cola bottling company as a truck 
driver, followed by delivering meat for the B&amp;B meat packing company
 in Hays, Kansas. In 1960, Butch started his long-time career at 
Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas Company. After starting off digging ditches,
 his loyalty and work ethic led his career up to Fleet Administrator. 
After 39 hard working years, Butch retired in 1999. Butch enlisted in 
the Army in 1961 and was honorably discharged in 1963. He loved his time
 in the service and continued to serve in many capacities after retiring
 from the gas company.Butch 
met Marietta Lee Munk and they were married on August 21, 1965 in 
Oakley, Kansas. They lived in Kansas until 1976, when they relocated to 
Holdrege, Nebraska for Butch’s job. Through that union, Butch and 
Marietta were blessed with 56 years of marriage, three children (Kelly, 
Leslee and Matt) and their seven grandchildren. They shared their last 
44 years of marriage in Holdrege, Nebraska.Butch 
was a member of the All Saints Catholic Church, Disabled Veterans, Fleet
 Association of America, Kansas-Nebraska Trap Shooting Association and 
the American Legion.Butch 
enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life.&nbsp; Butch enjoyed wood-working, 
making countless pieces for his family, as well as people in the 
community. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting, golfing, and 
playing cards, but his greatest joy was watching his grandkids play 
their sports. Butch always led by example, volunteering in the 
community. He drove veterans to appointments, worked at the food pantry 
and was instrumental in the creation of the Veterans Memorial in 
Holdrege. Some may be surprised to know that after retirement, Butch and
 Marietta enjoyed a few trips to Sturgis on their Harley.Family 
who survived to cherish his memory are daughter, Kelly (Clinton) Ratliff
 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska; daughter, Leslee (Brian) Valenta of Grimes, 
Iowa; and son, Matt (Tiffany) Dreiling of Destrehan, Louisiana; 
Grandchildren: Jarrett Ratliff, Jakob Ratliff, Zoey Valenta, Wyatt 
Valenta, Tate Valenta, Brayden Dreiling and Emma Dreiling.&nbsp; Also 
survived are brother, Robert (Mary) Dreiling of Hays, Kansas; and 
sister, Elfreda Eberle of Fort Collins, Colorado.Butch was preceded in death by his wife, Marietta; sister, Alice Weber; brother, Jerry Dreiling and his parents.There 
will be no visitation, viewing, or memorial book signing the evening 
prior to the mass.&nbsp; The family has honored Butch’s wish for cremation.A memorial has been established in Butch’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

Clarence 'Butch' Dreiling

R. Janice Jacobs Klein, age &nbsp;95, passed 
away at her home in Tribune, Kansas on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. She 
was born on October 24, 1926, to Vernon Huntley and Ruby Nancy Willett 
Jacobs in Liberal, Kansas.

Her life will be celebrated Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11:00 MST at 
the Tribune United Methodist Church &nbsp;pastored by Jeri Farmer Smith. This
 will be a joint service with her husband, Bill. 

Click <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com/obituaries/r-klein">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>R. Janice Jacobs Klein, age &nbsp;95, passed 
away at her home in Tribune, Kansas on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. She 
was born on October 24, 1926, to Vernon Huntley and Ruby Nancy Willett 
Jacobs in Liberal, Kansas.Her life will be celebrated Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11:00 MST at 
the Tribune United Methodist Church &nbsp;pastored by Jeri Farmer Smith. This
 will be a joint service with her husband, Bill. Click <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com/obituaries/r-klein">HERE</a> for service details.

R. Janice Klein

Albert Junior Mitchell, 84, died Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Hill 
City, Kansas. He was also known as Junior, A.J. or by most of the family
 as “Mitch."

Mitch was born March 1, 1938, in Summer 
Hill, Illinois to Albert Henry Mitchell and Ada Stout. They had two 
children Albert Junior “Mitch” and Beverly. Ada was later married to 
Linney Brown. Together they raised the two children. They later 
divorced. Mitch attended East St. Louis High until the eleventh grade 
and enlisted in the Marines in 1955. His tour of duty found him in 
Okinawa, Japan, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Sicily, Italy, and Spain.

Following
 his honorable discharge in 1958, he  began working for Monsanto as a 
chemical mechanic operator. This was the job he would continue for 37 
years.  In the early 60’s he and Sheila Wohlrab Lankas were married. To 
this union two children were born: Brian Albert and Barry Joseph. He 
later married, Joyce Scharringhausen. These two marriages ended in 
divorce. His last wife, Dee Shephard, proceeded him in death March 17, 
2013 after 12 years of marriage. Not only did Mitch live for many years 
just south of St. Louis,  but his sister Beverly Brown Butler and her 
husband Homer Butler were only a few miles away. He so enjoyed spending 
quality time with them. They both proceeded him death.

Mitch
 was a collector. Be it hats,  coffee cups, or coins for his great 
grandchildren. But his love of cars was astounding. Mitch LOVED cars. 
His favorites however were the 1956 and 1957 Chevys. His first car was a
 1929 Chevy he purchased along with two buddies when he was 15 years 
old. Too young to have a driver’s license, he drove it up and down the 
alley with those wooden spoke wheels. His obsession with cars was not 
his passing hobby but a lifetime of wonderful memories. In 1959, he 
became a member of the Piston Pushers Car Club and was the first 
lifetime member. He also joined many other car clubs in the Illinois and
 Missouri area. Mitch lived near  the Belleville, Illinois, and 
Imperial/Pevely, Missouri areas for 84 years. Of course, enjoying 
collecting cars and attending car shows and he treasured the times just 
being with friends and family. This past March, he moved to Hill City, 
Kansas to be closer to his son Brian and his family.

Mitch
 will be sadly missed by his son Brian Mitchell and his wife Kay of Hill
 City,  and his grandchildren: Taylor Vap and wife Audrey; Dylan Vap and
 wife Amanda, all of Atwood; great grandchildren: Kaceton, Oakleigh, 
Chesney, Landrik and Daya Pearl, all of Atwood; his son Barry of 
Missouri; niece Traci Wingerter and husband David; their children: 
Aimee, Allison (Eddie) and children: Bentley and Mavis Clark, and Adam; 
niece Kim Schweizer and children Andrew and Austin Whaley of the 
Hillsboro, Missouri area.

A come and go reception to 
celebrate Mitch's life will be held Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 1:00 
to 4:00 p.m. at the home of Brian and Kay Mitchell, 716 N. 6th Ave., 
Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Albert Junior Mitchell, 84, died Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Hill 
City, Kansas. He was also known as Junior, A.J. or by most of the family
 as “Mitch."Mitch was born March 1, 1938, in Summer 
Hill, Illinois to Albert Henry Mitchell and Ada Stout. They had two 
children Albert Junior “Mitch” and Beverly. Ada was later married to 
Linney Brown. Together they raised the two children. They later 
divorced. Mitch attended East St. Louis High until the eleventh grade 
and enlisted in the Marines in 1955. His tour of duty found him in 
Okinawa, Japan, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Sicily, Italy, and Spain.Following
 his honorable discharge in 1958, he began working for Monsanto as a 
chemical mechanic operator. This was the job he would continue for 37 
years. In the early 60’s he and Sheila Wohlrab Lankas were married. To 
this union two children were born: Brian Albert and Barry Joseph. He 
later married, Joyce Scharringhausen. These two marriages ended in 
divorce. His last wife, Dee Shephard, proceeded him in death March 17, 
2013 after 12 years of marriage. Not only did Mitch live for many years 
just south of St. Louis, but his sister Beverly Brown Butler and her 
husband Homer Butler were only a few miles away. He so enjoyed spending 
quality time with them. They both proceeded him death.Mitch
 was a collector. Be it hats, coffee cups, or coins for his great 
grandchildren. But his love of cars was astounding. Mitch LOVED cars. 
His favorites however were the 1956 and 1957 Chevys. His first car was a
 1929 Chevy he purchased along with two buddies when he was 15 years 
old. Too young to have a driver’s license, he drove it up and down the 
alley with those wooden spoke wheels. His obsession with cars was not 
his passing hobby but a lifetime of wonderful memories. In 1959, he 
became a member of the Piston Pushers Car Club and was the first 
lifetime member. He also joined many other car clubs in the Illinois and
 Missouri area. Mitch lived near the Belleville, Illinois, and 
Imperial/Pevely, Missouri areas for 84 years. Of course, enjoying 
collecting cars and attending car shows and he treasured the times just 
being with friends and family. This past March, he moved to Hill City, 
Kansas to be closer to his son Brian and his family.Mitch
 will be sadly missed by his son Brian Mitchell and his wife Kay of Hill
 City, and his grandchildren: Taylor Vap and wife Audrey; Dylan Vap and
 wife Amanda, all of Atwood; great grandchildren: Kaceton, Oakleigh, 
Chesney, Landrik and Daya Pearl, all of Atwood; his son Barry of 
Missouri; niece Traci Wingerter and husband David; their children: 
Aimee, Allison (Eddie) and children: Bentley and Mavis Clark, and Adam; 
niece Kim Schweizer and children Andrew and Austin Whaley of the 
Hillsboro, Missouri area.A come and go reception to 
celebrate Mitch's life will be held Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 1:00 
to 4:00 p.m. at the home of Brian and Kay Mitchell, 716 N. 6th Ave., 
Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;

Albert Junior Mitchell

Linda Mae Fisher, age 71, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, in Hays.

A complete obituary will be provided when completed.

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 </figure>Linda Mae Fisher, age 71, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, in Hays.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, October 22, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial 
will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral chapel.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.comA complete obituary will be provided when completed.

Leland Clarence Pallister, 93, passed away October 17, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He&nbsp;was born September 22, 1929, in Hutchinson, to Glenn C. Pallister and Minnie (Hauschild) Pallister.

Leland was a 1947 graduate of Nickerson High School, Nickerson, KS. &nbsp;He graduated from Hutchinson Community College (HCC), formerly Hutchinson Community Junior College, in 1949, and was a member of the HCC Blue Dragons basketball team that was the runner-up in the 1949 National Junior College Athletic Association National Basketball Tournament. &nbsp;

Leland was a farmer and rancher for over 50 years and drove a school bus for Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD309 for over 30 years. &nbsp;He attended Midland Community United Church of Christ, Sterling, KS, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

Leland married Betty Lou Collins. &nbsp;She died November 24, 1992. &nbsp;He then married Dorothy (Bray) Perez.

Leland is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Dorothy Pallister of Hutchinson; children, Craig (Sue) Pallister of Hays, KS, and Pamela (Dwayne) Upton of Merriam, KS; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sister-in-law, Barbara Pallister; stepsons, John (Jennifer) Perez of Pittsburg, KS, Jeff (LeeAnn) Perez of Parsons, KS, and Rod Perez of&nbsp;Arma, KS;&nbsp;seven&nbsp;step-grandchildren;&nbsp;eight&nbsp;step-great-grandchildren; and two step-great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; wife, Betty Lou Pallister; siblings, Lyle Pallister and&nbsp;Aurel&nbsp;Lea Pallister; grandson, Paul Upton; and one step-granddaughter.

Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons, KS. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2022, and Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church,&nbsp;Midland Community United Church of Christ, or Hospice House,&nbsp;in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Leland Clarence Pallister, 93, passed away October 17, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He&nbsp;was born September 22, 1929, in Hutchinson, to Glenn C. Pallister and Minnie (Hauschild) Pallister.Leland was a 1947 graduate of Nickerson High School, Nickerson, KS. &nbsp;He graduated from Hutchinson Community College (HCC), formerly Hutchinson Community Junior College, in 1949, and was a member of the HCC Blue Dragons basketball team that was the runner-up in the 1949 National Junior College Athletic Association National Basketball Tournament. &nbsp;Leland was a farmer and rancher for over 50 years and drove a school bus for Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD309 for over 30 years. &nbsp;He attended Midland Community United Church of Christ, Sterling, KS, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.Leland married Betty Lou Collins. &nbsp;She died November 24, 1992. &nbsp;He then married Dorothy (Bray) Perez.Leland is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Dorothy Pallister of Hutchinson; children, Craig (Sue) Pallister of Hays, KS, and Pamela (Dwayne) Upton of Merriam, KS; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sister-in-law, Barbara Pallister; stepsons, John (Jennifer) Perez of Pittsburg, KS, Jeff (LeeAnn) Perez of Parsons, KS, and Rod Perez of&nbsp;Arma, KS;&nbsp;seven&nbsp;step-grandchildren;&nbsp;eight&nbsp;step-great-grandchildren; and two step-great-great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; wife, Betty Lou Pallister; siblings, Lyle Pallister and&nbsp;Aurel&nbsp;Lea Pallister; grandson, Paul Upton; and one step-granddaughter.Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons, KS. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2022, and Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church,&nbsp;Midland Community United Church of Christ, or Hospice House,&nbsp;in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Leland Clarence Pallister

Willis C. "Bill" Bieker, 77, Hays, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at HaysMed.

​Funeral&nbsp;arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Willis C. "Bill" Bieker, 77, Hays, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at HaysMed.​Funeral&nbsp;arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Willis C. 'Bill' Bieker

James Henry Sabatka, 58, of Naponee, NE, died October 16, 2022, at 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE. He was born November 16,
 1963, in Colby, KS to Louis and Irene (Curtin) Sabatka. Jim married 
the love of his life, Linda, on April 17, 2021. 
He was preceded in death by his mother Irene, his brother Kenny, and his grandparents, Harry &amp; Lucille Curtin. 
He is survived by his father and step-mother Louis and Elizabeth Sabaka 
of Atwood, KS; his wife, Linda Robb-Sabatka of Naponee, NE and her 
children, Brett Melchert and spouse Melissa, of Culbertson, NE, Kara 
Duncan and spouse Reilly, of Hudson, KS; sister-in-law Rhonda Sabatka 
of Hays, KS; siblings Janiece Vohland and spouse Larry of Overland 
Park, KS, Cathy Block and spouse George of Highland Village, TX, Lisa 
(Collins) Moos and spouse Brad of Eaton, CO, John Sabatka and spouse 
Shelly of Madison Lake, MN, Claire Erwin (Christi Collins) and spouse 
Bob of Atascadero, CA; seven grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and 
numerous treasured friends. 
Jim attended McDonald Grade School, Cheylin Middle School, and graduated
 from Atwood High School in 1983. He attended Kansas State University, 
graduating in 1987 with a degree in Agricultural Economics. Jim remained
 a lifelong K-State Wildcat fan. 
Jim farmed his entire life on the family farm northwest of Atwood and 
had a snow removal business in Montezuma, CO for over 20 years during 
the winter months. He enjoyed adventure traveling with friends, going to
 China, Tibet, Ireland and Iceland. He also enjoyed traveling in his RV 
to Florida, Arizona and South Dakota. He was an avid motorcyclist, 
having traveled throughout the United States, and attended Sturgis on 
His Harley over the course of 40 years. He flew ultra-light aircraft as a
 hobby. 
Jim was a talented mechanic and engineer. In High School he restored a 
1929 John Deere JP tractor, rebuilt multiple vehicles, built &amp; flew 
remote controlled airplanes. He was a talented woodworker. Many of his 
high school workshop class projects he treasured for a lifetime – 
including his roll top desk and gun cabinet. He was a skilled marksman
 and enjoyed golfing. He recently designed and built a heat exchanger 
heating and cooling system for Linda’s new greenhouse and was restoring 
his favorite car, a 1929 Model A Ford. 
Most of all, Jim loved being a Grandpa. He cherished time with the grandkids, especially during “swim week” each summer. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 
19, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Beardsley, KS. The 
Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 20, 2022, 
at the church with interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Rawlins 
County, KS.

Memorials may be made to the Atwood-Rawlins County Airport 
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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 </figure>James Henry Sabatka, 58, of Naponee, NE, died October 16, 2022, at 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE. He was born November 16,
 1963, in Colby, KS to Louis and Irene (Curtin) Sabatka. Jim married 
the love of his life, Linda, on April 17, 2021. 
He was preceded in death by his mother Irene, his brother Kenny, and his grandparents, Harry &amp; Lucille Curtin. 
He is survived by his father and step-mother Louis and Elizabeth Sabaka 
of Atwood, KS; his wife, Linda Robb-Sabatka of Naponee, NE and her 
children, Brett Melchert and spouse Melissa, of Culbertson, NE, Kara 
Duncan and spouse Reilly, of Hudson, KS; sister-in-law Rhonda Sabatka 
of Hays, KS; siblings Janiece Vohland and spouse Larry of Overland 
Park, KS, Cathy Block and spouse George of Highland Village, TX, Lisa 
(Collins) Moos and spouse Brad of Eaton, CO, John Sabatka and spouse 
Shelly of Madison Lake, MN, Claire Erwin (Christi Collins) and spouse 
Bob of Atascadero, CA; seven grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and 
numerous treasured friends. 
Jim attended McDonald Grade School, Cheylin Middle School, and graduated
 from Atwood High School in 1983. He attended Kansas State University, 
graduating in 1987 with a degree in Agricultural Economics. Jim remained
 a lifelong K-State Wildcat fan. 
Jim farmed his entire life on the family farm northwest of Atwood and 
had a snow removal business in Montezuma, CO for over 20 years during 
the winter months. He enjoyed adventure traveling with friends, going to
 China, Tibet, Ireland and Iceland. He also enjoyed traveling in his RV 
to Florida, Arizona and South Dakota. He was an avid motorcyclist, 
having traveled throughout the United States, and attended Sturgis on 
His Harley over the course of 40 years. He flew ultra-light aircraft as a
 hobby. 
Jim was a talented mechanic and engineer. In High School he restored a 
1929 John Deere JP tractor, rebuilt multiple vehicles, built &amp; flew 
remote controlled airplanes. He was a talented woodworker. Many of his 
high school workshop class projects he treasured for a lifetime – 
including his roll top desk and gun cabinet. He was a skilled marksman
 and enjoyed golfing. He recently designed and built a heat exchanger 
heating and cooling system for Linda’s new greenhouse and was restoring 
his favorite car, a 1929 Model A Ford. 
Most of all, Jim loved being a Grandpa. He cherished time with the grandkids, especially during “swim week” each summer. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 
19, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Beardsley, KS. The 
Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 20, 2022, 
at the church with interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Rawlins 
County, KS. Memorials may be made to the Atwood-Rawlins County Airport 
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;

James Henry Sabatka

Gary Carter, age 79, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Prairie Sunrise Home in Pretty Prairie, Kansas. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

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 </figure>Gary Carter, age 79, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Prairie Sunrise Home in Pretty Prairie, Kansas. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

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