Alma resident Gary L. Sims passed away Oct. 14, 2022, at the Colonial Villa Nursing Home in Alma, NE at the age of 80. &nbsp;He was born February 21, 1942, in Alma.

Survivors include his sisters: Wanda McConnell of Phillipsburg &amp; Janet Chytil of Omaha, NE &amp; numerous nieces &amp; nephews.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 21, at 2:00 p.m in the Free Methodist Church, Alma, with Pastor Jay Brandon officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Alma Cemetery.

The casket will be closed. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 5:00 to 9:00 Wednesday &amp; 9:00 to 9:00 Thursday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alma High School Sports &amp; Activities Fund.

Online condolences:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com/">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Alma resident Gary L. Sims passed away Oct. 14, 2022, at the Colonial Villa Nursing Home in Alma, NE at the age of 80. &nbsp;He was born February 21, 1942, in Alma.Survivors include his sisters: Wanda McConnell of Phillipsburg &amp; Janet Chytil of Omaha, NE &amp; numerous nieces &amp; nephews.Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 21, at 2:00 p.m in the Free Methodist Church, Alma, with Pastor Jay Brandon officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Alma Cemetery.The casket will be closed. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 5:00 to 9:00 Wednesday &amp; 9:00 to 9:00 Thursday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the Alma High School Sports &amp; Activities Fund.Online condolences:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com/">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Gary L. Sims

Molly Anne Brenner, age 24, passed away Friday afternoon, October 14,
 2022, at the University of Colorado Health Aurora Campus, Aurora, 
Colorado.

She was born March 29, 1998, at Liberal, Kansas, the daughter of 
Mitch and Cindy (Cordes) Brenner.&nbsp; As a young girl, she attended school 
in Meade, graduating from Meade High School in 2016.&nbsp; During her school 
years, Molly was involved in competitive dance&nbsp;and tumbling.&nbsp; She was 
also an active participant in several other activities including a 
member of the Meade High School golf&nbsp;team, Kayettes and cheerleading.&nbsp; 
After her graduation, she attended the Kansas School of the Blind, 
graduating in 2018.

She was a member of Saint John Lutheran Church, LYF, and Our Diamond 
Miss pageant system.&nbsp; She enjoyed shopping--always the fashionista, 
going to the lake and swimming, desserts, chocolate in particular, and 
spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her parents, Mitch and Cindy Brenner of Meade, 
Kansas; a brother, Mason Brenner of Meade; her maternal grandmother, 
Carol Cordes of Meade; her paternal grandmother, Kathleen Brenner of 
Hays, Kansas; her 'big sisters' Megan and Ashley and several aunts, 
uncles, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Larry Cordes; 
paternal grandfathers, Kent Amerine and Larry Brenner; and an uncle, 
Matt Cordes.

A celebration of Molly’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, 
October 22, 2022, at the Meade High School Auditorium. Friends may call 
from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at 
Fidler-Orme-Bachman Mortuary, Meade with the family present to receive 
friends. Private family interment will be held at a later date.

The family would welcome memorials to the Heathers Camp or the Meade High School Golf Team in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Molly Anne Brenner, age 24, passed away Friday afternoon, October 14,
 2022, at the University of Colorado Health Aurora Campus, Aurora, 
Colorado.She was born March 29, 1998, at Liberal, Kansas, the daughter of 
Mitch and Cindy (Cordes) Brenner.&nbsp; As a young girl, she attended school 
in Meade, graduating from Meade High School in 2016.&nbsp; During her school 
years, Molly was involved in competitive dance&nbsp;and tumbling.&nbsp; She was 
also an active participant in several other activities including a 
member of the Meade High School golf&nbsp;team, Kayettes and cheerleading.&nbsp; 
After her graduation, she attended the Kansas School of the Blind, 
graduating in 2018.She was a member of Saint John Lutheran Church, LYF, and Our Diamond 
Miss pageant system.&nbsp; She enjoyed shopping--always the fashionista, 
going to the lake and swimming, desserts, chocolate in particular, and 
spending time with her family and friends.She is survived by her parents, Mitch and Cindy Brenner of Meade, 
Kansas; a brother, Mason Brenner of Meade; her maternal grandmother, 
Carol Cordes of Meade; her paternal grandmother, Kathleen Brenner of 
Hays, Kansas; her 'big sisters' Megan and Ashley and several aunts, 
uncles, and cousins.She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Larry Cordes; 
paternal grandfathers, Kent Amerine and Larry Brenner; and an uncle, 
Matt Cordes.A celebration of Molly’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, 
October 22, 2022, at the Meade High School Auditorium. Friends may call 
from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at 
Fidler-Orme-Bachman Mortuary, Meade with the family present to receive 
friends. Private family interment will be held at a later date.The family would welcome memorials to the Heathers Camp or the Meade High School Golf Team in care of the funeral home.

Molly Anne Brenner

April Ann Ulrich, 54, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, October 14,
 2022, at the Hays Medical Center Emergency Room in Hays, Kansas. April 
gained her heavenly wings surrounded by her family, after a courageous 
battle with Pancreatic cancer.&nbsp;

April was born on April 6, 1968, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of
 Richard Wayne and Mary Ann (Deines) Hogan.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell, 
Kansas, and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1986.&nbsp; 
After high school, she graduated from Ft. Hays State University with a 
bachelor’s degree in business.&nbsp; She met, fell in love and was united in 
marriage to Wayne Doug Ulrich Jr. on August 24, 2001, in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She worked for many years as a legal assistant for the Mark 
Blehm Law Office in Russell.&nbsp; She was a longtime member of St. John 
Lutheran Church in Russell.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, 
animals, puzzles and watching her daughter Josalyn compete in rodeos.&nbsp; 
Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and especially 
enjoyed being grandma to her six grandchildren. She always had a 
welcoming smile, hugs and warm food to any friends that her daughters 
brought home. She was “Mama Ape” to many.&nbsp;

Surviving family include her husband Doug of the home; daughters 
Brittney Mayberry (Jason) of Hays, Kansas, Brooklyn Harders (Zach) of 
Russell, Kansas and Josalyn Ulrich (Blade Overturf) of Russell, Kansas; 
mother Mary Ann Hogan of Russell, Kansas; brother Richard Hogan II of 
Gorham, Kansas; sisters Kimberly Tormanen (Darrel) of Hays, Kansas, 
Shelly Twenter (Jeff) of Russell, Kansas and Marla King (Terry) of 
Judsonia, Arkansas; 6 grandchildren Ryler, Raegan, Rossie, Rayla, Cash 
and Cooper.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father Richard W. Hogan and mother in-law Mary Ulrich.

A celebration of April’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, 
October 21, 2022, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at the mortuary 
with family greeting guests from 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. Thursday evening.&nbsp; 

In 
lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to the Pancreatic 
Cancer Action Network and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>April Ann Ulrich, 54, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, October 14,
 2022, at the Hays Medical Center Emergency Room in Hays, Kansas. April 
gained her heavenly wings surrounded by her family, after a courageous 
battle with Pancreatic cancer.&nbsp;April was born on April 6, 1968, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of
 Richard Wayne and Mary Ann (Deines) Hogan.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell, 
Kansas, and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1986.&nbsp; 
After high school, she graduated from Ft. Hays State University with a 
bachelor’s degree in business.&nbsp; She met, fell in love and was united in 
marriage to Wayne Doug Ulrich Jr. on August 24, 2001, in Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She worked for many years as a legal assistant for the Mark 
Blehm Law Office in Russell.&nbsp; She was a longtime member of St. John 
Lutheran Church in Russell.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, 
animals, puzzles and watching her daughter Josalyn compete in rodeos.&nbsp; 
Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and especially 
enjoyed being grandma to her six grandchildren. She always had a 
welcoming smile, hugs and warm food to any friends that her daughters 
brought home. She was “Mama Ape” to many.&nbsp;Surviving family include her husband Doug of the home; daughters 
Brittney Mayberry (Jason) of Hays, Kansas, Brooklyn Harders (Zach) of 
Russell, Kansas and Josalyn Ulrich (Blade Overturf) of Russell, Kansas; 
mother Mary Ann Hogan of Russell, Kansas; brother Richard Hogan II of 
Gorham, Kansas; sisters Kimberly Tormanen (Darrel) of Hays, Kansas, 
Shelly Twenter (Jeff) of Russell, Kansas and Marla King (Terry) of 
Judsonia, Arkansas; 6 grandchildren Ryler, Raegan, Rossie, Rayla, Cash 
and Cooper.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father Richard W. Hogan and mother in-law Mary Ulrich.A celebration of April’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, 
October 21, 2022, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at the mortuary 
with family greeting guests from 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. Thursday evening.&nbsp; In 
lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to the Pancreatic 
Cancer Action Network and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the 
funeral service arrangements.

April Ann Ulrich

August R. Zordel was born March 1, 1941, in Ransom, KS at Grisell 
Memorial Hospital and he gained his wings on October 12, 2022, at the 
age of 81 years 7 months at Grisell Memorial Hospital.

August was the 9th child of Walter &amp; Josie 
(Clodfelter) Zordel. He was baptized in Christ on June 19, 1955, in the 
Church of Christ at Ransom, Kansas.

August grew up on the family farm Northeast of Ransom. He attended Cyrus School through the 4th
 grade, then transferred to the Ransom school district where he 
graduated in May 1960. As a freshman the family moved to the farm West 
of Ransom.

In the fall of 1960, he enlisted in the United States Army. He did 
his basic training at Fort Riley, Kansas. He was then sent to Aberdeen 
Maryland for more training. After training he was stationed at Fort 
Bliss, Texas where he remained until he was honorably discharged in 
January of 1964.

After returning home he worked for several farmers in the Ransom area.

On May 26, 1964, he was united in marriage to Susan Stull. They 
started their married life living in the apartment above the drug store,
 then moved to a small house North of the hospital where they welcomed 
their first child Elaine Kay on September 17, 1965.

In January of 1966 the family moved to Dodge City where August worked for High Plains Dressed Beef.

In September of 1966 the family moved to the Moris Herl Ranch South 
of Quinter where they spent 13 wonderful years. During this time, they 
welcomed their second child Nolan Andrew on January 15, 1969.

On the 1st of August 1979, August took a job with USD 302 
as a custodian and the family returned to Ness County living East of 
Brownell where on November 16, 1979, their 3rd child Anita Jo
 was born. The family moved to their current home in Ransom in September
 1980. On August 23, 1983, they completed their family by adding David 
Wyatt.

After back surgery, August retired in 2000 with 21 years of service to USD 302.

After retiring, he spent a few years helping Rod Giess on his farm.

After having some health issues, he was forced to completely retire 
spending his remaining years at home doing his hobbies such as 
gardening, woodworking and other crafts and hobbies.

August is survived by his wife of 58 plus years Susan (Stull) Zordel.
 Children Elaine (Kenny) Flax, Gove, KS, Nolan (Jill) Zordel, LaCrosse, 
KS, Anita Jo (Kevin Schaffer) Shepard, Bison, KS and David Zordel, 
Independence, MO. 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 1 great, 
great grandchild due in April. Brother Albert (Louise) Zordel, Ransom 
and sister Dollie Jean (Clarence) Shoupe, Seeley Lake, MT. Brother 
in-law Ron (Jan) Stull, Ford, KS and a host of nieces and nephews.

August was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Josie Zordel 
and Ron and Thais Stull. Brothers Walter Jr, Roy and an infant brother. 
Sisters Anna Nora, Wanda Joy, Lila Marie and Ida Mae. Brother and sister
 in-laws Clyde Hazen, Bill Freeman, Arthur Nixon, Elmer Reeder, Wilbur 
Decker, Wilma Zordel, Esther Zordel and Lois Stull. Son in-law Lance 
Shepard and great grandsons Takoda Schurr and Kyler Petersen.

There will be a graveside service on November 21, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at the Ransom Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be given to the Go-Getters Senior Center in Ransom, the Brownell American Legion, or Donor’s choice.

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 </figure>August R. Zordel was born March 1, 1941, in Ransom, KS at Grisell 
Memorial Hospital and he gained his wings on October 12, 2022, at the 
age of 81 years 7 months at Grisell Memorial Hospital.August was the 9th child of Walter &amp; Josie 
(Clodfelter) Zordel. He was baptized in Christ on June 19, 1955, in the 
Church of Christ at Ransom, Kansas.August grew up on the family farm Northeast of Ransom. He attended Cyrus School through the 4th
 grade, then transferred to the Ransom school district where he 
graduated in May 1960. As a freshman the family moved to the farm West 
of Ransom.In the fall of 1960, he enlisted in the United States Army. He did 
his basic training at Fort Riley, Kansas. He was then sent to Aberdeen 
Maryland for more training. After training he was stationed at Fort 
Bliss, Texas where he remained until he was honorably discharged in 
January of 1964.After returning home he worked for several farmers in the Ransom area.On May 26, 1964, he was united in marriage to Susan Stull. They 
started their married life living in the apartment above the drug store,
 then moved to a small house North of the hospital where they welcomed 
their first child Elaine Kay on September 17, 1965.In January of 1966 the family moved to Dodge City where August worked for High Plains Dressed Beef.In September of 1966 the family moved to the Moris Herl Ranch South 
of Quinter where they spent 13 wonderful years. During this time, they 
welcomed their second child Nolan Andrew on January 15, 1969.On the 1st of August 1979, August took a job with USD 302 
as a custodian and the family returned to Ness County living East of 
Brownell where on November 16, 1979, their 3rd child Anita Jo
 was born. The family moved to their current home in Ransom in September
 1980. On August 23, 1983, they completed their family by adding David 
Wyatt.After back surgery, August retired in 2000 with 21 years of service to USD 302.After retiring, he spent a few years helping Rod Giess on his farm.After having some health issues, he was forced to completely retire 
spending his remaining years at home doing his hobbies such as 
gardening, woodworking and other crafts and hobbies.August is survived by his wife of 58 plus years Susan (Stull) Zordel.
 Children Elaine (Kenny) Flax, Gove, KS, Nolan (Jill) Zordel, LaCrosse, 
KS, Anita Jo (Kevin Schaffer) Shepard, Bison, KS and David Zordel, 
Independence, MO. 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and 1 great, 
great grandchild due in April. Brother Albert (Louise) Zordel, Ransom 
and sister Dollie Jean (Clarence) Shoupe, Seeley Lake, MT. Brother 
in-law Ron (Jan) Stull, Ford, KS and a host of nieces and nephews.August was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Josie Zordel 
and Ron and Thais Stull. Brothers Walter Jr, Roy and an infant brother. 
Sisters Anna Nora, Wanda Joy, Lila Marie and Ida Mae. Brother and sister
 in-laws Clyde Hazen, Bill Freeman, Arthur Nixon, Elmer Reeder, Wilbur 
Decker, Wilma Zordel, Esther Zordel and Lois Stull. Son in-law Lance 
Shepard and great grandsons Takoda Schurr and Kyler Petersen.There will be a graveside service on November 21, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at the Ransom Cemetery.Memorial Contributions may be given to the Go-Getters Senior Center in Ransom, the Brownell American Legion, or Donor’s choice.

August R. Zordel

Tad Duane Garrison, age 56, died on October 14, 2022, at the Ness 
County Hospital, Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on June 13, 1966, in 
Ransom, Kansas, the 4th son of Darrell and Marvalee (Elling) Garrison.

Tad was a 1984 graduate of Ness City High School. Tad was the owner and operator of TGS guttering.

He is survived by his mother; sister, Lisa Dinkel (Sean) of Hays, 
Kansas; two brothers, Monty Garrison (Tammy) of Great Bend and Jason 
Garrison (Shelly Lumley) of Ness City; sisters-in-law, Denise DeBoer and
 Samantha Garrison; Nephews and Nieces, Dylan, Marissa, and Kenlie 
Dinkel, Brayden and Blake Garrison, and Krista Dechant (Jason). Tad was 
preceded in death by his son, Dalton Garrison; his father; two brothers,
 Kerry and Bob Garrison; and a nephew, Michael Garrison.&nbsp;

Graveside memorial service will be held at the Ness City Cemetery on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, 2:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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 </figure>Tad Duane Garrison, age 56, died on October 14, 2022, at the Ness 
County Hospital, Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on June 13, 1966, in 
Ransom, Kansas, the 4th son of Darrell and Marvalee (Elling) Garrison.Tad was a 1984 graduate of Ness City High School. Tad was the owner and operator of TGS guttering.He is survived by his mother; sister, Lisa Dinkel (Sean) of Hays, 
Kansas; two brothers, Monty Garrison (Tammy) of Great Bend and Jason 
Garrison (Shelly Lumley) of Ness City; sisters-in-law, Denise DeBoer and
 Samantha Garrison; Nephews and Nieces, Dylan, Marissa, and Kenlie 
Dinkel, Brayden and Blake Garrison, and Krista Dechant (Jason). Tad was 
preceded in death by his son, Dalton Garrison; his father; two brothers,
 Kerry and Bob Garrison; and a nephew, Michael Garrison.&nbsp;Graveside memorial service will be held at the Ness City Cemetery on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, 2:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Tad Duane Garrison

Matthew Lee Montgomery, 43, passed away October 13, 2022, in Larned.

He was born May 17, 1979, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, the son of Matthew and Therese Hardin Montgomery.

Moving from Hays, he was a Larned resident. He worked as a materials 
handler for EnerSys, was of the Druid faith, and was a minister. He 
enjoyed medieval weaponry, live sword fighting, Dungeons and Dragons, 
and was a Dungeon Master. He loved spending time with his family and 
friends and especially loved spending time with his children.

On September 18, 1999, he married Cristy Taylor, and they later 
divorced. On July 20, 2019, he married Kayla Ann Ansberry Jones at Camp 
Pawnee, Pawnee County, Kansas; she survives.

Other survivors include: his parents; mother and father-in-law, Gary 
and Rita Ansberry, Larned; two sons, Merrick Montgomery, Kentucky, 
Hunter Montgomery, of the home; three daughters, Lillian Montgomery, 
Delilah Montgomery, Genevieve Montgomery, all of the home; three 
sisters, Christina Sunshine Melder, Tennessee, Maria Montgomery, 
Georgia, and Dawn Green, Morgantown, Indiana.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life visitation will 
be Friday, October 21, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Matthew Montgomery 
Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Matthew Lee Montgomery, 43, passed away October 13, 2022, in Larned.He was born May 17, 1979, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, the son of Matthew and Therese Hardin Montgomery.Moving from Hays, he was a Larned resident. He worked as a materials 
handler for EnerSys, was of the Druid faith, and was a minister. He 
enjoyed medieval weaponry, live sword fighting, Dungeons and Dragons, 
and was a Dungeon Master. He loved spending time with his family and 
friends and especially loved spending time with his children.On September 18, 1999, he married Cristy Taylor, and they later 
divorced. On July 20, 2019, he married Kayla Ann Ansberry Jones at Camp 
Pawnee, Pawnee County, Kansas; she survives.Other survivors include: his parents; mother and father-in-law, Gary 
and Rita Ansberry, Larned; two sons, Merrick Montgomery, Kentucky, 
Hunter Montgomery, of the home; three daughters, Lillian Montgomery, 
Delilah Montgomery, Genevieve Montgomery, all of the home; three 
sisters, Christina Sunshine Melder, Tennessee, Maria Montgomery, 
Georgia, and Dawn Green, Morgantown, Indiana.Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life visitation will 
be Friday, October 21, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Matthew Montgomery 
Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Matthew Lee Montgomery

Ralph M. Bieker, of Hoxie, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 
2022, at the age of ninety at Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term 
Care. He was born in Grainfield, Kansas, to Ludwig and Ludwina (Munsch) 
Bieker on October 26, 1931. He grew up in Hoxie, Kansas and attended 
Sheridan Community High School graduating with the class of 1950. After 
graduating from high school, Ralph entered the United States Army. He 
served his country for two years working as office personnel at Fort 
Riley Army Base. Upon discharge from the Army Ralph returned to Hoxie, 
Kansas where he worked and lived for the rest of his life.

Ralph
 worked for Central Kansas Power Company, and then for Summerson 
Abstract Company as an abstractor until he retired in 1976. Ralph was a 
well-known photographer and took pictures for weddings, senior class 
pictures, and many other occasions. He also sold monuments for the Smith
 Monument Company. Ralph was a worker, but he also enjoyed playing golf 
and could often be found out on the golf course. He loved his family and
 enjoyed his many nieces and nephews. He was a faithful member of the 
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.

Ralph
 is survived by his brothers, Eugene Bieker and wife Pauletta of 
Oberlin, Kansas; Alexander Bieker and wife, Willetta of McCook, 
Nebraska; sisters, Eleanora Douglass of Afton, Oklahoma; Mary Kathern 
Sanders and Elizabeth Stillman of Hoxie, Kansas; sisters-in-law, 
Virginia Bieker, Arlene Bieker,  Sue Bieker; and many nieces, nephews, 
and friends.

He was preceded in death by parents, 
Ludwig, and Ludwina Bieker; brothers, Clarence, Anthony, Charles, and 
Harold; sisters, Louise Bryant, Viola Bieker, and Barbara Lynn Irwin.

A
 Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Tuesday, October 18, 2022, 
10:30 A.M., at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Visitation will 
be held Monday, October 17, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., with 
family receiving family and friends from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. The Vigil and Rosary Service
 will immediately follow visitation at 7:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. 


Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church or 
the Sheridan County Benefit Walk and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas. Words of comfort
 and caring may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Ralph M. Bieker, of Hoxie, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 
2022, at the age of ninety at Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term 
Care. He was born in Grainfield, Kansas, to Ludwig and Ludwina (Munsch) 
Bieker on October 26, 1931. He grew up in Hoxie, Kansas and attended 
Sheridan Community High School graduating with the class of 1950. After 
graduating from high school, Ralph entered the United States Army. He 
served his country for two years working as office personnel at Fort 
Riley Army Base. Upon discharge from the Army Ralph returned to Hoxie, 
Kansas where he worked and lived for the rest of his life.Ralph
 worked for Central Kansas Power Company, and then for Summerson 
Abstract Company as an abstractor until he retired in 1976. Ralph was a 
well-known photographer and took pictures for weddings, senior class 
pictures, and many other occasions. He also sold monuments for the Smith
 Monument Company. Ralph was a worker, but he also enjoyed playing golf 
and could often be found out on the golf course. He loved his family and
 enjoyed his many nieces and nephews. He was a faithful member of the 
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.Ralph
 is survived by his brothers, Eugene Bieker and wife Pauletta of 
Oberlin, Kansas; Alexander Bieker and wife, Willetta of McCook, 
Nebraska; sisters, Eleanora Douglass of Afton, Oklahoma; Mary Kathern 
Sanders and Elizabeth Stillman of Hoxie, Kansas; sisters-in-law, 
Virginia Bieker, Arlene Bieker, Sue Bieker; and many nieces, nephews, 
and friends.He was preceded in death by parents, 
Ludwig, and Ludwina Bieker; brothers, Clarence, Anthony, Charles, and 
Harold; sisters, Louise Bryant, Viola Bieker, and Barbara Lynn Irwin.A
 Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Tuesday, October 18, 2022, 
10:30 A.M., at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Visitation will 
be held Monday, October 17, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., with 
family receiving family and friends from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. The Vigil and Rosary Service
 will immediately follow visitation at 7:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. 
Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church or 
the Sheridan County Benefit Walk and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas. Words of comfort
 and caring may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Ralph Martin Bieker

Bryan Douglas Sellens, 50, of Fort Worth, Texas, and former Kansas resident, died on Friday, October 7, 2022, at his home in Fort Worth.

Bryan&nbsp;was born January 18th, 1972, to loving parents Mr. Glen Dale Sellens and Mrs. Gloria Maria Morgenstern (Sellens-Funk). &nbsp;He was born in the town of Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Bryan graduated high school from Hays High&nbsp;School in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;He went on later to earn a Bachelor’s degree, and loved working as a Software Engineer.

Bryan loved a variety of hobbies including playing pool, wood working (carpentry), nature walks, and sporting events. &nbsp;He was a fan of all Texas sporting teams, including the Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars, Mavericks, and especially the Cowboys. &nbsp;Most importantly, he loved spending time with his family, his daughters and grandchildren holding a special place in his heart.

Bryan was preceded in death by his father, Glen Dale Sellens, and his sister, Sheri Sellens.

Bryan is survived by his mother, Gloria Maria Funk; brother, Steve Sellens; daughters, Haley Sellens, Raiya Sellens, and Regan Sellens, step-daughters, Arin Foster and Aston Foster, and 3&nbsp;grandchildren, Brynlee, Anden, and Averly.

A celebration of Bryan’s life will be held at 11 A.M.&nbsp;on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service from 10 A.M. to&nbsp;service time. &nbsp;A graveside service will be held&nbsp;later that day&nbsp;at 2 P.M.&nbsp;at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery in&nbsp;Milberger, Kansas. &nbsp;

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Bryan Douglas Sellens, 50, of Fort Worth, Texas, and former Kansas resident, died on Friday, October 7, 2022, at his home in Fort Worth.Bryan&nbsp;was born January 18th, 1972, to loving parents Mr. Glen Dale Sellens and Mrs. Gloria Maria Morgenstern (Sellens-Funk). &nbsp;He was born in the town of Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Bryan graduated high school from Hays High&nbsp;School in Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;He went on later to earn a Bachelor’s degree, and loved working as a Software Engineer.Bryan loved a variety of hobbies including playing pool, wood working (carpentry), nature walks, and sporting events. &nbsp;He was a fan of all Texas sporting teams, including the Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars, Mavericks, and especially the Cowboys. &nbsp;Most importantly, he loved spending time with his family, his daughters and grandchildren holding a special place in his heart.Bryan was preceded in death by his father, Glen Dale Sellens, and his sister, Sheri Sellens.Bryan is survived by his mother, Gloria Maria Funk; brother, Steve Sellens; daughters, Haley Sellens, Raiya Sellens, and Regan Sellens, step-daughters, Arin Foster and Aston Foster, and 3&nbsp;grandchildren, Brynlee, Anden, and Averly.A celebration of Bryan’s life will be held at 11 A.M.&nbsp;on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service from 10 A.M. to&nbsp;service time. &nbsp;A graveside service will be held&nbsp;later that day&nbsp;at 2 P.M.&nbsp;at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery in&nbsp;Milberger, Kansas. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Bryan Douglas Sellens

Evelyn Marie Werth, age 97, residing at
 The Piper, Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in
 Kansas City.&nbsp; She was born August 2, 1925, to Adam B. and Susie G. 
(Adam) Garvert.&nbsp; She married Edwin W. Werth on Aug. 30, 1950, in 
Plainville, Kansas.

She was a member of the Schoenchen Altar Society and St. Joseph Church of Hays for many years.

Survivors include five daughters: Diane
 Hochman, Kansas City, KS; Marilyn Davis, Missoula, MT; Janet Allington,
 Topeka, KS; Carol Werth, Charlotte, NC; Donna Kunkel, Overland Park, 
KS; five sons: Dale, Springfield, VA; Keith, Modesto, CA; Russell, 
Junction City, KS; Ronald, Wichita, KS; Duane, Olathe, KS; a brother: 
Howard Garvert, Plainville, KS; one sister: Madlyn Rietcheck, Manhattan,
 KS; ten grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, daughters Joyce and Dorothy, and son Norman.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m.,
 Friday, October 21, 2022 at St. Anthony Church, Schoenchen, KS, with 
Fr. Curtis Carlson officiating. Burial will follow in the church 
cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Friends may come for visitation on 
Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Brock's-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601.

Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice.

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

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 </figure>Evelyn Marie Werth, age 97, residing at
 The Piper, Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in
 Kansas City.&nbsp; She was born August 2, 1925, to Adam B. and Susie G. 
(Adam) Garvert.&nbsp; She married Edwin W. Werth on Aug. 30, 1950, in 
Plainville, Kansas.She was a member of the Schoenchen Altar Society and St. Joseph Church of Hays for many years.Survivors include five daughters: Diane
 Hochman, Kansas City, KS; Marilyn Davis, Missoula, MT; Janet Allington,
 Topeka, KS; Carol Werth, Charlotte, NC; Donna Kunkel, Overland Park, 
KS; five sons: Dale, Springfield, VA; Keith, Modesto, CA; Russell, 
Junction City, KS; Ronald, Wichita, KS; Duane, Olathe, KS; a brother: 
Howard Garvert, Plainville, KS; one sister: Madlyn Rietcheck, Manhattan,
 KS; ten grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, daughters Joyce and Dorothy, and son Norman.Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m.,
 Friday, October 21, 2022 at St. Anthony Church, Schoenchen, KS, with 
Fr. Curtis Carlson officiating. Burial will follow in the church 
cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Friends may come for visitation on 
Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Brock's-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601.Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Evelyn Marie Werth

Nadia C. Espinosa, age 45, passed away at
 her home surrounded by family and friends on October 10, 2022. She was 
born to Mayaolo and Ingrid Lopez Espinosa in Nayarit, Mexico, on December
 8, 1976. 

She was a resident of Leoti, Kansas, since 2003 having moved 
here from Ventura, California. She worked at Leoti Foods in Leoti, 
Kansas, where her outgoing personality touched so many people of the 
community.&nbsp;

Survivors include her two sons, Pablo Garcia of Hays, Kansas and 
Santi Garcia of Leoti, Kansas, her brother, Angel Espinosa of Leoti, 
Kansas, and her parents.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be given to the Nadia Espinosa fund in care of Price and Sons funeral home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.

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 her home surrounded by family and friends on October 10, 2022. She was 
born to Mayaolo and Ingrid Lopez Espinosa in Nayarit, Mexico, on December
 8, 1976. She was a resident of Leoti, Kansas, since 2003 having moved 
here from Ventura, California. She worked at Leoti Foods in Leoti, 
Kansas, where her outgoing personality touched so many people of the 
community.&nbsp;Survivors include her two sons, Pablo Garcia of Hays, Kansas and 
Santi Garcia of Leoti, Kansas, her brother, Angel Espinosa of Leoti, 
Kansas, and her parents.Memorial services will be held at a later date.There will be no calling times.Memorials may be given to the Nadia Espinosa fund in care of Price and Sons funeral home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.

Nadia C. Espinosa

February 4, 1939 ~ October 13, 2022

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

February 4, 1939 ~ October 13, 2022An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Marilyn-Adolf">HERE</a> for service details.

Marilyn Kay (Corwin) Adolf

Jerry “Jack” Dinkel, age 85&nbsp;of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on&nbsp;Thursday, September 8, 2022,&nbsp;in Lenexa, Kansas.

He was born&nbsp;January 8, 1937, in Victoria, Kansas, to Richard C. and Louise (Kuhn) Dinkel. &nbsp;He married Marian&nbsp;Rose (Sigler) and she preceded him in death on December 8, 1976.

Jack grew up&nbsp;in Victoria&nbsp;with five other siblings,&nbsp;and was a graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp;At&nbsp;the age of 19, he joined the US Air Force, and served with them for four years before being honorably discharged in November of 1960.

Jack and Marian&nbsp;Rose&nbsp;had two children together,&nbsp;John and Tom Dinkel.&nbsp;In his free time, Jack enjoyed riding on his motorcycles, and spending time with his family or on the beach.&nbsp;Jack loved traveling and spent many years living in Southern Texas and New Mexico.&nbsp;He was an avid Kansas Jayhawks fan and would always call home to report on the games.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his grandchildren, Thomas Dinkel and Lily Dinkel;&nbsp;his sisters, Bernadette Gottschalk and Marge Unrein.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his sons, John Dinkel and Tom Dinkel; his brothers, Francis Dinkel and Vernon Dinkel; his sisters, Marlene "Toots" Scheck and Jean Koerner.

A celebration of life service and Mass will be at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, October 22, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas, with Father Jim Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

A rosary will be at 12:30 P.M. Saturday at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. Saturday at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

The family suggests memorial to the family, made payable to: Tom Dinkel&nbsp;or The Basilica of St. Fidelis,&nbsp;in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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

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 </figure>Jerry “Jack” Dinkel, age 85&nbsp;of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on&nbsp;Thursday, September 8, 2022,&nbsp;in Lenexa, Kansas.He was born&nbsp;January 8, 1937, in Victoria, Kansas, to Richard C. and Louise (Kuhn) Dinkel. &nbsp;He married Marian&nbsp;Rose (Sigler) and she preceded him in death on December 8, 1976.Jack grew up&nbsp;in Victoria&nbsp;with five other siblings,&nbsp;and was a graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp;At&nbsp;the age of 19, he joined the US Air Force, and served with them for four years before being honorably discharged in November of 1960.Jack and Marian&nbsp;Rose&nbsp;had two children together,&nbsp;John and Tom Dinkel.&nbsp;In his free time, Jack enjoyed riding on his motorcycles, and spending time with his family or on the beach.&nbsp;Jack loved traveling and spent many years living in Southern Texas and New Mexico.&nbsp;He was an avid Kansas Jayhawks fan and would always call home to report on the games.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his grandchildren, Thomas Dinkel and Lily Dinkel;&nbsp;his sisters, Bernadette Gottschalk and Marge Unrein.Jack was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his sons, John Dinkel and Tom Dinkel; his brothers, Francis Dinkel and Vernon Dinkel; his sisters, Marlene "Toots" Scheck and Jean Koerner.A celebration of life service and Mass will be at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, October 22, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas, with Father Jim Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.A rosary will be at 12:30 P.M. Saturday at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. Saturday at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.The family suggests memorial to the family, made payable to: Tom Dinkel&nbsp;or The Basilica of St. Fidelis,&nbsp;in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Jerry 'Jack' Dinkel

Matthew Lee Pelkey, 37, of Norton, KS passed away October 10, 2022, at
 his home. He was born April 4, 1985, in Colby, KS to Melvin Kent and 
Rebecca J. (Weber) Pelkey.

Matthew grew up in the Atwood and 
Ludell areas. He attended Herndon schools and later received his GED. He
 worked as a mechanic and one of his hobbies was remote control cars. 
Matthew loved his big red truck, but more than anything he loved his 
kids and family. He had a heart of gold.

Matthew was preceded in 
death by his grandparents: Darrell and Deanie Weber, Truman “Butch” 
Pelkey, and Deanna McDougal. He is survived by his mother, Rebecca 
Morton of Norton; father, Melvin (Deanna) Pelkey of Herndon, KS; 
stepmother, Stephanie Pelkey of Atwood; daughters, RayeAnn and Maeve 
Pelkey; stepson, Landon; sisters, April (Rob) Fair of Newbern, NC and 
Megan (Ryan) Marvin of Atwood, KS; brother, Jasen (Lacy) Pelkey of 
Emporia, KS; nieces and nephews: Eli and Emma Pelkey, Ana, Lily, Evelyn,
 and Catherine Fair, and Treigh Marvin, and many aunts, uncles, cousins 
and other family members and friends.

Memorial services will be 
held Thursday, October 20, 2022, at 10:30 am at Pauls Funeral Home in 
Oberlin, KS. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to 
the Matthew Pelkey Memorial Fund and sent in care of Plumer-Gobber 
Funeral Home 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left 
at www.plumergobber.com

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 </figure>Matthew Lee Pelkey, 37, of Norton, KS passed away October 10, 2022, at
 his home. He was born April 4, 1985, in Colby, KS to Melvin Kent and 
Rebecca J. (Weber) Pelkey.Matthew grew up in the Atwood and 
Ludell areas. He attended Herndon schools and later received his GED. He
 worked as a mechanic and one of his hobbies was remote control cars. 
Matthew loved his big red truck, but more than anything he loved his 
kids and family. He had a heart of gold.Matthew was preceded in 
death by his grandparents: Darrell and Deanie Weber, Truman “Butch” 
Pelkey, and Deanna McDougal. He is survived by his mother, Rebecca 
Morton of Norton; father, Melvin (Deanna) Pelkey of Herndon, KS; 
stepmother, Stephanie Pelkey of Atwood; daughters, RayeAnn and Maeve 
Pelkey; stepson, Landon; sisters, April (Rob) Fair of Newbern, NC and 
Megan (Ryan) Marvin of Atwood, KS; brother, Jasen (Lacy) Pelkey of 
Emporia, KS; nieces and nephews: Eli and Emma Pelkey, Ana, Lily, Evelyn,
 and Catherine Fair, and Treigh Marvin, and many aunts, uncles, cousins 
and other family members and friends.Memorial services will be 
held Thursday, October 20, 2022, at 10:30 am at Pauls Funeral Home in 
Oberlin, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to 
the Matthew Pelkey Memorial Fund and sent in care of Plumer-Gobber 
Funeral Home 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left 
at www.plumergobber.com

Matthew Lee Pelkey

Fred Robert Jennings, 81, passed away October 13, 2022, at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.

He was born February 12, 1941, in Larned, the son of Melvin and Roberta Gibson Jennings.

A lifetime area resident, he worked for the City of Larned as the 
electrical production superintendent. He was a graduate of Rozel High 
School, a member of Larned United Methodist Church and Methodist Men’s 
Group. He was a multi-talented handyman of many trades; he had a passion
 for preserving the history of farm equipment and to this end he built 
one-sixth scale working antique farm implements.

On June 4, 1961, he married Judith A. Fox at Larned; she survives.

Other survivors include: two sons, Mike (Andrea) Jennings, Great 
Bend, Philip (Tammy) Jennings, Belpre; brother, Leon Jennings, Burdett; 
two sisters, Linda Maddy, Larned, Cheryll (Kenneth) Meier, La Crosse; 
three grandchildren, Brittany (Tayler) Jennings, Larned, Mitch Jennings,
 Larned, Ian Jennings, Great Bend, and one great grandchild, Lane 
Jennings.

Memorial graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 
2022, at Larned Cemetery, Larned, with Pastor Tricia North presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 28, 2022, with 
family present from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

Memorials may be given to the Santa Fe Trail Center or Larned United 
Methodist Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, 
Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Fred Robert Jennings, 81, passed away October 13, 2022, at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.He was born February 12, 1941, in Larned, the son of Melvin and Roberta Gibson Jennings.A lifetime area resident, he worked for the City of Larned as the 
electrical production superintendent. He was a graduate of Rozel High 
School, a member of Larned United Methodist Church and Methodist Men’s 
Group. He was a multi-talented handyman of many trades; he had a passion
 for preserving the history of farm equipment and to this end he built 
one-sixth scale working antique farm implements.On June 4, 1961, he married Judith A. Fox at Larned; she survives.Other survivors include: two sons, Mike (Andrea) Jennings, Great 
Bend, Philip (Tammy) Jennings, Belpre; brother, Leon Jennings, Burdett; 
two sisters, Linda Maddy, Larned, Cheryll (Kenneth) Meier, La Crosse; 
three grandchildren, Brittany (Tayler) Jennings, Larned, Mitch Jennings,
 Larned, Ian Jennings, Great Bend, and one great grandchild, Lane 
Jennings.Memorial graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 
2022, at Larned Cemetery, Larned, with Pastor Tricia North presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 28, 2022, with 
family present from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.Memorials may be given to the Santa Fe Trail Center or Larned United 
Methodist Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, 
Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Fred Robert Jennings

Brian Eugene Boy, 52, passed away October 12, 2022, in Great Bend. He
 was born April 22, 1970, in Sterling, Kan., to Lawrence and Frances 
(Fisher) Boy. He married Stacey Creed October 12, 1996, in Ellinwood.

A longtime area resident, Brian was a farmer and truck driver for 
Steve Gaunt Farms. He enjoyed playing bingo, watching Barton Community 
College sports, fishing and going to rodeos.

Survivors include, his wife, Stacey Boy and children, Jordan Boy and 
Marissa Boy all of the home; a brother, Gary Boy of Wichita; and three 
sisters, Janet Hutchinson, Carolyn Valenzuela and Anna Boy,&nbsp; all of Great
 Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents..&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 19, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Interment will be in Hilltop Cemetery in 
Raymond, Kan. 

Memorials have been designated to the Brian Boy Expense 
Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 was born April 22, 1970, in Sterling, Kan., to Lawrence and Frances 
(Fisher) Boy. He married Stacey Creed October 12, 1996, in Ellinwood.A longtime area resident, Brian was a farmer and truck driver for 
Steve Gaunt Farms. He enjoyed playing bingo, watching Barton Community 
College sports, fishing and going to rodeos.Survivors include, his wife, Stacey Boy and children, Jordan Boy and 
Marissa Boy all of the home; a brother, Gary Boy of Wichita; and three 
sisters, Janet Hutchinson, Carolyn Valenzuela and Anna Boy,&nbsp; all of Great
 Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents..&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 19, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Interment will be in Hilltop Cemetery in 
Raymond, Kan. Memorials have been designated to the Brian Boy Expense 
Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Brian Eugene Boy

Rodney “Rod” Blickenstaff passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 
12, 2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehab in Smith Center, Kansas, at 
the age of 65.

He was born April 29, 1957 to Lowell and
 Ardyus (Lambert) Blickenstaff. Rod grew up in rural Smith County and 
graduated from Smith Center High School. He later graduated with a 
degree in Auto Mechanics from NCKTS in Beloit KS.

Rod 
worked multiple odd jobs before working for Piroutek’s machine shop in 
Smith Center then opening his own auto mechanic service. He expanded his
 services to include gun repair and sale as well as bait and tackle. 
Rod’s Repair served Smith Center until the early 2000’s after which he 
worked for the City of Smith Center and Jones Machinery.

Rod
 is survived by his mother, Ardyus Blickenstaff of Smith Center; 
children, Tony (Nikki) Blickenstaff of Smith Center and Angela (Travis) 
Hahn of Stockton;  sisters, Cindy (Warren) Ratliff of Glade and Carla 
Aduddell of Sunrise Beach, MO; 8 Grandchildren AJ, Mason, Jayten, Ayden,
 and Ainsley Blickenstaff and Coryn, Ashlyn and Haden Hahn.

He was preceded in death by his Father Lowell Blickenstaff of Smith Center.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Rodney-Wayne-Blickenstaff?obId=26121089#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Rodney “Rod” Blickenstaff passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 
12, 2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehab in Smith Center, Kansas, at 
the age of 65.He was born April 29, 1957 to Lowell and
 Ardyus (Lambert) Blickenstaff. Rod grew up in rural Smith County and 
graduated from Smith Center High School. He later graduated with a 
degree in Auto Mechanics from NCKTS in Beloit KS.Rod 
worked multiple odd jobs before working for Piroutek’s machine shop in 
Smith Center then opening his own auto mechanic service. He expanded his
 services to include gun repair and sale as well as bait and tackle. 
Rod’s Repair served Smith Center until the early 2000’s after which he 
worked for the City of Smith Center and Jones Machinery.Rod
 is survived by his mother, Ardyus Blickenstaff of Smith Center; 
children, Tony (Nikki) Blickenstaff of Smith Center and Angela (Travis) 
Hahn of Stockton; sisters, Cindy (Warren) Ratliff of Glade and Carla 
Aduddell of Sunrise Beach, MO; 8 Grandchildren AJ, Mason, Jayten, Ayden,
 and Ainsley Blickenstaff and Coryn, Ashlyn and Haden Hahn.He was preceded in death by his Father Lowell Blickenstaff of Smith Center.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Rodney-Wayne-Blickenstaff?obId=26121089#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Rodney 'Rod' Blickenstaff

Hector Cesar Fraire Montelongo, age 53, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in a work related accident north of Russell, Kansas. Hector was born March 12, 1969, in Durango, Mexico, to Arturo Fraire and Maria Silveria Montelongo. He married Rosario Ramirez in June of 1992 in Mexico. Hector operated Heavy Equipment along with other duties for Sporer Land Development Inc. He was a very proud and active family man and especially enjoyed his time with his grandchildren. Hector enjoyed handyman type work around his home as well as mechanic work on his vehicles. Hector is survived by his wife, Rosario Ramirez of Hays; a son, Ruben Fraire and wife Rosie Cubillo of Hays and their children, Donovan and Daleysa Fraire; a daughter, Perla Fraire of Chicago, Illinois and her son, Byron Banuelos; two brothers, Fidel and Apolonio Fraire both of Texas and a sister, Victoriana Fraire of Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be 1:30 PM on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A rosary will be at 6:00 PM on Sunday at the funeral chapel. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/"></a>----- Héctor César Fraire Montelongo, de 53 años, de Hays, Kansas, falleció el martes 11 de octubre, 2022 en un accidente relacionado con el trabajo al norte de Russell, Kansas. Héctor nació el 12 de marzo de 1969 en Durango, México, hijo de Arturo Fraire y María Silveria Montelongo. Se casó con Rosario Ramírez en junio de 1992 en México. Héctor operó Heavy Equipment junto con otras tareas para Sporer Land Development Inc. Era un hombre de familia muy orgulloso y activo y disfrutaba especialmente de su tiempo con su Nietos. Héctor disfrutaba del trabajo tipo manitas alrededor de su casa, así como del trabajo mecánico. en sus vehículos. A Héctor le sobreviven su esposa, Rosario Ramírez de Hays; un hijo, Ruben Fraire y su esposa Rosie Cubillo de Hays y sus hijos, Donovan y Daleysa Fraire; una hija, Perla Fraire de Chicago, Illinois y su hijo, Byron Bañuelos; dos hermanos, Fidel y Apolonio Fraire ambos de Texas y una hermana, Victoriana Fraire de México. Fue precedido en la muerte por sus padres. Los servicios funerarios serán a la 1:30 PM el lunes 17 de octubre de 2022 en el Inmaculado Corazón de María Iglesia 1805 Vine Street, Hays. El entierro seguirá en el cementerio de St. Joseph, Hays. La visita será el domingo de 11:00 a.m. a 10:00 p.m. en la capilla funeraria Brock's-Keithley y Crematorio 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Un rosario será a las 6:00 PM el domingo en la capilla funeraria. Las condolencias pueden ser dejadas por el libro de visitas en&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Hector Cesar Fraire Montelongo, age 53, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in a work related accident north of Russell, Kansas. Hector was born March 12, 1969, in Durango, Mexico, to Arturo Fraire and Maria Silveria Montelongo. He married Rosario Ramirez in June of 1992 in Mexico. Hector operated Heavy Equipment along with other duties for Sporer Land Development Inc. He was a very proud and active family man and especially enjoyed his time with his grandchildren. Hector enjoyed handyman type work around his home as well as mechanic work on his vehicles. Hector is survived by his wife, Rosario Ramirez of Hays; a son, Ruben Fraire and wife Rosie Cubillo of Hays and their children, Donovan and Daleysa Fraire; a daughter, Perla Fraire of Chicago, Illinois and her son, Byron Banuelos; two brothers, Fidel and Apolonio Fraire both of Texas and a sister, Victoriana Fraire of Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be 1:30 PM on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A rosary will be at 6:00 PM on Sunday at the funeral chapel. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a><a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/"></a>----- Héctor César Fraire Montelongo, de 53 años, de Hays, Kansas, falleció el martes 11 de octubre, 2022 en un accidente relacionado con el trabajo al norte de Russell, Kansas. Héctor nació el 12 de marzo de 1969 en Durango, México, hijo de Arturo Fraire y María Silveria Montelongo. Se casó con Rosario Ramírez en junio de 1992 en México. Héctor operó Heavy Equipment junto con otras tareas para Sporer Land Development Inc. Era un hombre de familia muy orgulloso y activo y disfrutaba especialmente de su tiempo con su Nietos. Héctor disfrutaba del trabajo tipo manitas alrededor de su casa, así como del trabajo mecánico. en sus vehículos. A Héctor le sobreviven su esposa, Rosario Ramírez de Hays; un hijo, Ruben Fraire y su esposa Rosie Cubillo de Hays y sus hijos, Donovan y Daleysa Fraire; una hija, Perla Fraire de Chicago, Illinois y su hijo, Byron Bañuelos; dos hermanos, Fidel y Apolonio Fraire ambos de Texas y una hermana, Victoriana Fraire de México. Fue precedido en la muerte por sus padres. Los servicios funerarios serán a la 1:30 PM el lunes 17 de octubre de 2022 en el Inmaculado Corazón de María Iglesia 1805 Vine Street, Hays. El entierro seguirá en el cementerio de St. Joseph, Hays. La visita será el domingo de 11:00 a.m. a 10:00 p.m. en la capilla funeraria Brock's-Keithley y Crematorio 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Un rosario será a las 6:00 PM el domingo en la capilla funeraria. Las condolencias pueden ser dejadas por el libro de visitas en&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Hector Cesar Fraire Montelongo

Mary Ann Griffith, age 98, of Castle Rock, Colorado formerly of Hays, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Castle Rock. She was born October 30, 1923, in Hays to George and Anna (Witt) Benton. Mary Ann, in her early working career, worked in the Pentagon as a secretary. She then was a homemaker until her daughters were grown and then worked as a bookkeeper for the Athletic Department at Fort Hays State University. Mary Ann was dedicated to her faith and church where she was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays and St. Francis of Assisi in Castle Rock. She was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella in Hays. Mary Ann enjoyed traveling which included trips to visit Rome and the Vatican as well as the Our Lady of Medjugorje site. She is survived by two daughters, Rosemary Anderson and husband Donald Mason of Georgetown, Texas, and Cathy Radloff and significant other, Rick Hisey of Kimball, Nebraska; four grandchildren, Steve Geving, Anna Geving, Chad Savage, and Amy Kostycz; She is also survived by numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence Griffith; as well as two sisters, Georgine Olson, and Lucille Gerstner. Funeral services are 10:00 AM Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Friday 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:30 PM on Friday followed by a parish vigil service at 7:00 PM all at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Holy Family Catholic Elementary School. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Mary Ann Griffith, age 98, of Castle Rock, Colorado formerly of Hays, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Castle Rock. She was born October 30, 1923, in Hays to George and Anna (Witt) Benton. Mary Ann, in her early working career, worked in the Pentagon as a secretary. She then was a homemaker until her daughters were grown and then worked as a bookkeeper for the Athletic Department at Fort Hays State University. Mary Ann was dedicated to her faith and church where she was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays and St. Francis of Assisi in Castle Rock. She was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella in Hays. Mary Ann enjoyed traveling which included trips to visit Rome and the Vatican as well as the Our Lady of Medjugorje site. She is survived by two daughters, Rosemary Anderson and husband Donald Mason of Georgetown, Texas, and Cathy Radloff and significant other, Rick Hisey of Kimball, Nebraska; four grandchildren, Steve Geving, Anna Geving, Chad Savage, and Amy Kostycz; She is also survived by numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence Griffith; as well as two sisters, Georgine Olson, and Lucille Gerstner. Funeral services are 10:00 AM Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Friday 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:30 PM on Friday followed by a parish vigil service at 7:00 PM all at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Holy Family Catholic Elementary School. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Mary Ann Griffith

Rita Lynn Scheideman, age 60, of Great Bend, Kan., passed away October 11, 2022, at her home.

Rita was born on November 18, 1961, to Herbert Edward Kerr and Lynda 
Lou (Walls) Kerr. At 10 years old, she was adopted by her stepfather, 
Thomas R. Weber. She arrived in Great Bend from her hometown of Wichita 
Falls, Tex. in 1988. She stayed in Great Bend until 1992, when she 
finished her education to become a Registered Nurse. On October 3, 1992,
 she married the love of her life, Bradley Ray Scheideman in Wichita, 
Kan. In 1994, two important events happened for Rita: she moved back to 
Great Bend, where she would spend the rest of her life, and Bradley 
adopted her three children, David Ray, Christopher Lee and Shannon 
Diane. She was proud of the adults their kids grew up to be.

Rita worked as a Registered Nurse in and around Great Bend for around 25 years.

She is survived by her husband, Bradley Ray Scheideman of Great Bend;
 sons, David Ray Scheideman of Reno, Nev., and Christopher Lee 
Scheideman and wife, Amber, of Great Bend; daughter, Shannon Diane Unruh
 and husband, Grant, of Great Bend; grandchildren, Emily Scheideman, 
Hailey Peterson, Aaron Scheideman, Kendra Scheideman, Gage Peterson and 
Kaylee Scheideman; sisters, Robin Weber of Dallas, Tex., and Betty Ham 
of Wichita Falls, Tex.; brother, Larry E. Weber of Bishop, Calif.; and 
many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lynda 
Lou Weber; biological father, Herbert E. Kerr; adoptive father, Thomas 
R. Weber; father-in-law, Clair “Ray” Scheideman; and sister-in-law, 
Brenda Mason.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Hillcrest
 Memorial Park, Great Bend, with Barbara Gutsch presiding. 

Memorials 
have been designated to the Shafer Art Gallery, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rita Lynn Scheideman, age 60, of Great Bend, Kan., passed away October 11, 2022, at her home.Rita was born on November 18, 1961, to Herbert Edward Kerr and Lynda 
Lou (Walls) Kerr. At 10 years old, she was adopted by her stepfather, 
Thomas R. Weber. She arrived in Great Bend from her hometown of Wichita 
Falls, Tex. in 1988. She stayed in Great Bend until 1992, when she 
finished her education to become a Registered Nurse. On October 3, 1992,
 she married the love of her life, Bradley Ray Scheideman in Wichita, 
Kan. In 1994, two important events happened for Rita: she moved back to 
Great Bend, where she would spend the rest of her life, and Bradley 
adopted her three children, David Ray, Christopher Lee and Shannon 
Diane. She was proud of the adults their kids grew up to be.Rita worked as a Registered Nurse in and around Great Bend for around 25 years.She is survived by her husband, Bradley Ray Scheideman of Great Bend;
 sons, David Ray Scheideman of Reno, Nev., and Christopher Lee 
Scheideman and wife, Amber, of Great Bend; daughter, Shannon Diane Unruh
 and husband, Grant, of Great Bend; grandchildren, Emily Scheideman, 
Hailey Peterson, Aaron Scheideman, Kendra Scheideman, Gage Peterson and 
Kaylee Scheideman; sisters, Robin Weber of Dallas, Tex., and Betty Ham 
of Wichita Falls, Tex.; brother, Larry E. Weber of Bishop, Calif.; and 
many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lynda 
Lou Weber; biological father, Herbert E. Kerr; adoptive father, Thomas 
R. Weber; father-in-law, Clair “Ray” Scheideman; and sister-in-law, 
Brenda Mason.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Hillcrest
 Memorial Park, Great Bend, with Barbara Gutsch presiding. Memorials 
have been designated to the Shafer Art Gallery, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Rita Lynn Scheideman

Roland Eugene Nuss, 77, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2022, at his 
home. He was born June 29, 1945, in St. Joseph, MO, to Roland B. and 
Henrietta L. (Gagelman) Nuss.

Roland graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963 and received his
 bachelors in Business from Fort Hays State University in 1967. Roland 
worked as a buyer for Dillons, supervisor for Kwik Shop, and in sales at
 Collins Bus and Cabinet Connections. He loved the mountains, his 
Tuesday morning coffee group, Tuesday night tennis group, watching 
sports of all kinds – especially K-State and Salthawk sports - with 
Rita, and spending time with his family most of all. Roland was a 
long-time devoted member of Eastwood Church of Christ where he had 
served as a deacon.

On June 5, 1971, Roland married Rita K. Woods, in Dodge City. She survives.

Also surviving are: his daughters, Melissa Thorne (Gavin) of Windsor,
 CO, Jennifer Farr (Jamie) of Junction City; and grandchildren, Grady 
and Kinley Thorne and Mason and Colin Farr.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2022, at Eastwood
 Church of Christ, 2500 N. Plum St., Hutchinson, with ministers Wayne 
DeWindt and Jimie-Wray Mead officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to
 5 p.m. Saturday and 1-8 p.m., with the family present to receive 
friends from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Cremation will follow with a private family scattering in his beloved mountains at a later date.

Memorials may be made in Roland’s name to Michael J. Fox Foundation 
for Parkinson’s Research, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Roland Eugene Nuss, 77, of Hutchinson, died October 12, 2022, at his 
home. He was born June 29, 1945, in St. Joseph, MO, to Roland B. and 
Henrietta L. (Gagelman) Nuss.Roland graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963 and received his
 bachelors in Business from Fort Hays State University in 1967. Roland 
worked as a buyer for Dillons, supervisor for Kwik Shop, and in sales at
 Collins Bus and Cabinet Connections. He loved the mountains, his 
Tuesday morning coffee group, Tuesday night tennis group, watching 
sports of all kinds – especially K-State and Salthawk sports - with 
Rita, and spending time with his family most of all. Roland was a 
long-time devoted member of Eastwood Church of Christ where he had 
served as a deacon.On June 5, 1971, Roland married Rita K. Woods, in Dodge City. She survives.Also surviving are: his daughters, Melissa Thorne (Gavin) of Windsor,
 CO, Jennifer Farr (Jamie) of Junction City; and grandchildren, Grady 
and Kinley Thorne and Mason and Colin Farr.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2022, at Eastwood
 Church of Christ, 2500 N. Plum St., Hutchinson, with ministers Wayne 
DeWindt and Jimie-Wray Mead officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to
 5 p.m. Saturday and 1-8 p.m., with the family present to receive 
friends from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.Cremation will follow with a private family scattering in his beloved mountains at a later date.Memorials may be made in Roland’s name to Michael J. Fox Foundation 
for Parkinson’s Research, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Roland Eugene Nuss

Joel Michael Landis, age 36, passed 
away on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at his home in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; He was 
born on October 22, 1985, in Boulder, Colorado, the son of Christopher 
and Tamala Arnold Landis.&nbsp; 

Joel was a resident of Leoti, Kansas since 
2014 moving from Denver, Colorado and worked for Amerine Construction as
 an underground drilling operator.He was a member of the Operator Engineer Local #9 and Assembly of God Church in Leoti, Kansas. &nbsp;

Survivors include his One Son - Jayce Landis of Marysville, 
Washington, Parents - Christopher &amp; Tamala Landis of Leoti, Kansas, 
Two Brothers - Jeremy &amp; Andrea Landis of Arvada, Colorado, Anthony 
&amp; Sara Landis of Willow Springs, North Carolina, Three Grandparents -
 Dennis &amp; Ginger Arnold of Longmont, Colorado, Henrietta Vollmer of 
Larned, Kansas, One Niece and Four Nephews.

He was preceded in death by Three Grandparents, and One Uncle - Steve Landis.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, 
October 17, 2022, at the Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Leoti, Kansas,&nbsp; with Pastor Dustin Fritzmeier presiding.&nbsp; Services will be live 
streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.priceandsons.com/">www.priceandsons.com</a>.

Memorials can be written to the Joel Landis Memorial Fund for a 
scholarship for his son in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box
 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.

There will be no calling times.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Joel Michael Landis, age 36, passed 
away on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at his home in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; He was 
born on October 22, 1985, in Boulder, Colorado, the son of Christopher 
and Tamala Arnold Landis.&nbsp; Joel was a resident of Leoti, Kansas since 
2014 moving from Denver, Colorado and worked for Amerine Construction as
 an underground drilling operator.He was a member of the Operator Engineer Local #9 and Assembly of God Church in Leoti, Kansas. &nbsp;Survivors include his One Son - Jayce Landis of Marysville, 
Washington, Parents - Christopher &amp; Tamala Landis of Leoti, Kansas, 
Two Brothers - Jeremy &amp; Andrea Landis of Arvada, Colorado, Anthony 
&amp; Sara Landis of Willow Springs, North Carolina, Three Grandparents -
 Dennis &amp; Ginger Arnold of Longmont, Colorado, Henrietta Vollmer of 
Larned, Kansas, One Niece and Four Nephews.He was preceded in death by Three Grandparents, and One Uncle - Steve Landis.A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, 
October 17, 2022, at the Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Leoti, Kansas,&nbsp; with Pastor Dustin Fritzmeier presiding.&nbsp; Services will be live 
streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.priceandsons.com/">www.priceandsons.com</a>.Memorials can be written to the Joel Landis Memorial Fund for a 
scholarship for his son in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box
 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.There will be no calling times.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Joel Michael Landis

October 26, 1931
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 October 12, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Ralph-Martin-Bieker?obId=26129337#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

October 26, 1931
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 October 12, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Ralph-Martin-Bieker?obId=26129337#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Joanne Marie Barton, 84, Hays, died Thursday, October 13, 2022, at Via Christi Village surrounded by family.

She was born January 1, 1938, in Hays, 
the daughter of George and Angela (Staab) Koerner.&nbsp; On July 13, 1957, she
 was united in marriage to Jerry M. Barton in Russell and they 
celebrated over 47 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on 
November 9, 2004.&nbsp; Joanne was a homemaker raising her family in Dorrance
 for many years and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Dorrance.&nbsp; After moving to Hays, she attended mass at numerous churches 
often accompanied by her sister Janet.&nbsp; She loved to read, enjoyed 
cooking and baking, her brownies with walnuts being a family favorite.&nbsp; 
She was a K-State fan, enjoyed garage sales, loved chocolate and 
attending all of her children’s sporting events.&nbsp; &nbsp;Joanne was a great 
mom and as much as her children and grandchildren loved her, she loved 
them more.

Survivors include two sons: Theron 
Barton and wife Vicki of Shawnee, Jerry Barton and girlfriend Debbie 
Fabian of Russell, two daughters: JoLana Schumacher and husband Bruce of
 Lakewood, CO and Melody Giebler and husband Mike of Littleton, CO, 
three brothers: Jim Koerner and wife Arlis, Danny Koerner and 
significant other Diane, and Robert “Rocky” Koerner and wife Janet, all 
of Hays, four sisters: Carol Hustead of Hays, Judy Dreher and husband 
Don of Hays, Marlene Dyke and husband Bob of Miami, OK, and Linda 
Hammerschmidt and husband George of Victoria, two brothers-in-law: Ron 
Hamel of Plainville and Rodney Barton and wife Vera of Long Beach, CA, a
 sister-in-law: Jean Koerner of Hays, eight grandchildren: Christopher 
Giebler and fiancé Angelica, Lindsay Giebler and husband JT Mengel, Jodi
 and Jordan Elam, and Peyton, Presley, Muunjiza and Tavia Barton, two 
great grandchildren: Castiel and Catalina Giebler, and numerous nieces 
and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Jerry, three brothers: Arlen, Kenny, and Melvin 
Koerner, three sisters: Mary Lou Hamel, Rosalyn “Rosie” Koerner, and 
Janet Batman, and a brother-in-law: Roy Hustead.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic 
Church, Munjor with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow
 in St. Francis Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on
 Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:40 on Tuesday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm on Monday at 
the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s 
Research Hospital, Humane Society of the High Plains, or to Hospice of 
HaysMed.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Joanne may be shared with her 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Joanne Marie Barton, 84, Hays, died Thursday, October 13, 2022, at Via Christi Village surrounded by family.She was born January 1, 1938, in Hays, 
the daughter of George and Angela (Staab) Koerner.&nbsp; On July 13, 1957, she
 was united in marriage to Jerry M. Barton in Russell and they 
celebrated over 47 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on 
November 9, 2004.&nbsp; Joanne was a homemaker raising her family in Dorrance
 for many years and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Dorrance.&nbsp; After moving to Hays, she attended mass at numerous churches 
often accompanied by her sister Janet.&nbsp; She loved to read, enjoyed 
cooking and baking, her brownies with walnuts being a family favorite.&nbsp; 
She was a K-State fan, enjoyed garage sales, loved chocolate and 
attending all of her children’s sporting events.&nbsp; &nbsp;Joanne was a great 
mom and as much as her children and grandchildren loved her, she loved 
them more.Survivors include two sons: Theron 
Barton and wife Vicki of Shawnee, Jerry Barton and girlfriend Debbie 
Fabian of Russell, two daughters: JoLana Schumacher and husband Bruce of
 Lakewood, CO and Melody Giebler and husband Mike of Littleton, CO, 
three brothers: Jim Koerner and wife Arlis, Danny Koerner and 
significant other Diane, and Robert “Rocky” Koerner and wife Janet, all 
of Hays, four sisters: Carol Hustead of Hays, Judy Dreher and husband 
Don of Hays, Marlene Dyke and husband Bob of Miami, OK, and Linda 
Hammerschmidt and husband George of Victoria, two brothers-in-law: Ron 
Hamel of Plainville and Rodney Barton and wife Vera of Long Beach, CA, a
 sister-in-law: Jean Koerner of Hays, eight grandchildren: Christopher 
Giebler and fiancé Angelica, Lindsay Giebler and husband JT Mengel, Jodi
 and Jordan Elam, and Peyton, Presley, Muunjiza and Tavia Barton, two 
great grandchildren: Castiel and Catalina Giebler, and numerous nieces 
and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Jerry, three brothers: Arlen, Kenny, and Melvin 
Koerner, three sisters: Mary Lou Hamel, Rosalyn “Rosie” Koerner, and 
Janet Batman, and a brother-in-law: Roy Hustead.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic 
Church, Munjor with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow
 in St. Francis Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on
 Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:40 on Tuesday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm on Monday at 
the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s 
Research Hospital, Humane Society of the High Plains, or to Hospice of 
HaysMed.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Joanne may be shared with her 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Joanne Marie Barton

Edna Mae (Bourquin) Hoyt loved life. She lived it fully from the time 
she was born on April 27, 1936, in Auburn, Nebraska, to Ted and Odessa 
Bourquin, to her last fighting breath at Swedish Medical Center in 
Englewood, Colorado on October 12, 2022. 
Edna grew up on a family farm north of Colby, along with a younger 
sister Gwen and brother Dan, as a typical farm girl involved in 4-H, 
farm and household chores. She graduated Colby High School in 1954, 
attended Kansas State University and graduated from Fort Hays State 
University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. 
Edna loved to tell the story of how Leon proposed. He said, “might as 
well get married” to which she responded, “might as well.” After the 
three-day engagement, they were married on December 25, 1958, at 12:30 
a.m. in Colby after the Christmas Eve program. They resided in 
Hutchinson, Kansas where she finished her first year of teaching. In the
 spring of 1959, Leon and Edna moved to the Hoyt farm 15 miles north of 
Brewster where three sons were born, Craig (1959), Scott (1961), and 
Keith (1962). 
Edna always documented events that were happening, probably because they
 were always so lively in the Hoyt household. After Craig and Scott 
witnessed Keith almost born in the car, Edna described the boys’ 
childhood as “A can of whip cream on the floor, honey in the toaster, 
and leaking pipes in the basement, courtesy of the boys, and the 
question “WHY?” over and over.” Leon and Edna endured events of mother 
nature a short time after, including a twister striking the Hoyt farm in
 1962 and the blizzard of 1975. 
Edna taught the sixth grade for three years in the Brewster school 
system, from 1969 to 1972. She was a farm wife, farm hand, mom, grandma 
and great-grandma. She always said, “we should write a book” due to the 
constant “organized chaos”. When she wasn’t helping move farm equipment 
and cattle, you could find her in the kitchen whipping up meals, many 
times with the help of her grandchildren, that may have sometimes looked
 interesting but were always surprisingly satisfying, including the 
“Candy Cane Casserole.” 
You could hear her whooping and hollering at sporting events for her 
children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren. Leon and Edna were 
always on the road, “Go, Grandma, Go!” we’d say. 
Edna always went to bat for her family. It came as a shock to her to 
learn just how ornery her boys might have been once they began telling 
their stories as adults. She recognized all her grandchildren’s friends 
as if they were her own, the go-to grandma for the whole team. When 
something was needed, you could almost always find it in her purse. 
Edna was preceded in death by her parents, her mother and father-in-law,
 and infant sister. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Leon, 
sons Craig (Billie) and Keith (Chris) of Brewster, Scott (Shelly) of 
Eureka; grandchildren, Tabitha (Brenden) Ptacek, Amanda (Jordan) Reid, 
Audrey (BJ) Stephens, Kasey (Brandon) Rome, Dan Dewey, Jacie (Daniel 
Heflin) Hoyt, Corinna (Kellen) Adams, Terran (Braden Larcom) Hoyt; and 
19 great-grandkids. She is also survived by her sister Gwen Beauchamp 
and brother Dan (Shirley) Bourquin. 
Memorial services will begin with visitation on Sunday, October16, 2022,
 4-6:00pm at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby, with funeral services on Monday, 
10:00am at the Brewster United Methodist Church, burial following at 
Brewster Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Brewster 
United Methodist Church and Brewster Heritage Center 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>Edna Mae (Bourquin) Hoyt loved life. She lived it fully from the time 
she was born on April 27, 1936, in Auburn, Nebraska, to Ted and Odessa 
Bourquin, to her last fighting breath at Swedish Medical Center in 
Englewood, Colorado on October 12, 2022. 
Edna grew up on a family farm north of Colby, along with a younger 
sister Gwen and brother Dan, as a typical farm girl involved in 4-H, 
farm and household chores. She graduated Colby High School in 1954, 
attended Kansas State University and graduated from Fort Hays State 
University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. 
Edna loved to tell the story of how Leon proposed. He said, “might as 
well get married” to which she responded, “might as well.” After the 
three-day engagement, they were married on December 25, 1958, at 12:30 
a.m. in Colby after the Christmas Eve program. They resided in 
Hutchinson, Kansas where she finished her first year of teaching. In the
 spring of 1959, Leon and Edna moved to the Hoyt farm 15 miles north of 
Brewster where three sons were born, Craig (1959), Scott (1961), and 
Keith (1962). 
Edna always documented events that were happening, probably because they
 were always so lively in the Hoyt household. After Craig and Scott 
witnessed Keith almost born in the car, Edna described the boys’ 
childhood as “A can of whip cream on the floor, honey in the toaster, 
and leaking pipes in the basement, courtesy of the boys, and the 
question “WHY?” over and over.” Leon and Edna endured events of mother 
nature a short time after, including a twister striking the Hoyt farm in
 1962 and the blizzard of 1975. 
Edna taught the sixth grade for three years in the Brewster school 
system, from 1969 to 1972. She was a farm wife, farm hand, mom, grandma 
and great-grandma. She always said, “we should write a book” due to the 
constant “organized chaos”. When she wasn’t helping move farm equipment 
and cattle, you could find her in the kitchen whipping up meals, many 
times with the help of her grandchildren, that may have sometimes looked
 interesting but were always surprisingly satisfying, including the 
“Candy Cane Casserole.” 
You could hear her whooping and hollering at sporting events for her 
children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren. Leon and Edna were 
always on the road, “Go, Grandma, Go!” we’d say. 
Edna always went to bat for her family. It came as a shock to her to 
learn just how ornery her boys might have been once they began telling 
their stories as adults. She recognized all her grandchildren’s friends 
as if they were her own, the go-to grandma for the whole team. When 
something was needed, you could almost always find it in her purse. 
Edna was preceded in death by her parents, her mother and father-in-law,
 and infant sister. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Leon, 
sons Craig (Billie) and Keith (Chris) of Brewster, Scott (Shelly) of 
Eureka; grandchildren, Tabitha (Brenden) Ptacek, Amanda (Jordan) Reid, 
Audrey (BJ) Stephens, Kasey (Brandon) Rome, Dan Dewey, Jacie (Daniel 
Heflin) Hoyt, Corinna (Kellen) Adams, Terran (Braden Larcom) Hoyt; and 
19 great-grandkids. She is also survived by her sister Gwen Beauchamp 
and brother Dan (Shirley) Bourquin. 
Memorial services will begin with visitation on Sunday, October16, 2022,
 4-6:00pm at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby, with funeral services on Monday, 
10:00am at the Brewster United Methodist Church, burial following at 
Brewster Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brewster 
United Methodist Church and Brewster Heritage Center 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;

Edna Mae (Bourquin) Hoyt

Augustine “Francis” Vonfeldt passed away on October 10, 2022, in the 
Anthology of Olathe Assisted Living in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 90. 
Francis was born on November 13, 1931, to August and Celestine 
(Kinderknecht) Vonfeldt in Gorham, Kansas. He was united in marriage to 
Shirley A. (Robben) Vonfeldt on August 22, 1951, in Gorham. The couple 
was blessed with four children: Roger, Karen, Keith, and Alan.

Francis
 grew up in Gorham where he graduated from Gorham High School in 1949. 
He worked as an oilfield mechanic for many years and eventually owned 
Oilfield Engine Services in Plainville. He was hard working, enjoyed 
people, and never turned down a time to lend a helping hand. Francis was
 highly involved in Alcoholics Anonymous as a recovering alcoholic 
sponsor, and also a member of the Knights of Columbus as a 4th degree 
Knight. There was always coffee to be drank and friends to visit with at
 Crawford’s, Fish Frys to assist and enjoy at the K of C, and cards to 
be played at the Ponderosa. Francis also enjoyed being in the outdoors 
enjoying a round of golf, fishing, hunting and boating across Kansas and
 Colorado, or soaking up the warmer winters in Rio Hondo, Texas.

Francis
 was a man who loved his Lord, Jesus Christ, and passed that love on to 
his family so it would continue to grow and be nurtured in their lives. 
Let Matthew 22:37-39 be a constant reminder, “Thou shalt love the Lord 
thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy 
mind. “This is the first and great commandment. “And the second is like 
unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself”. The legacy of the 
strength, love, and encouragement Francis has shown others will always 
be in our hearts and memories.

Francis is survived by 
his wife, Shirley Vonfeldt of Olathe, KS; children, Roger (Karen) 
Vonfeldt of Pullman, WA, Karen Adams of Olathe, KS, Keith (Stacey) 
Vonfeldt of Wichita, KS, and Alan (Pamela) Vonfeldt of Andover, KS; 
siblings, Rosemary Bahr of Sterling, CO, GL Vonfeldt of Larned, KS, 
Steve (Peggy) Vonfeldt of Auburn, WA, Dennis (Judy) Vonfeldt of Dover, 
NH; sisters-in-law, June Denning of Plainville, KS, Lil (Ken) Hoffman of
 Sacramento, CA, Louise Robben of Victoria, KS, Doris Robben of 
Victoria, KS; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many 
nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his 
parents, August and Celestine Vonfeldt; brothers, Gervas Leo, Robert 
(Belva) Vonfeldt; sisters, Viola (Harvey) Walton, Agatha (Fred) Gross, 
Augusta (Bob) Nunn; brother-in-law, Ed Bahr; sister-in-law, Shirley 
Vonfeldt; mother and father-in-law Francis and Josie Robben; 
brothers-in-law, Norbert Robben, Chuck Robben, Kenny Robben; and 
sister-in-law, Natilie Shumacher.

A Mass of Christian 
Burial will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at 10:30 AM at the 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Visitation will be on Friday
 from 2 PM until 4:00PM at the funeral home and will be moved to the 
church at 6 PM until 8 PM with a Vigil Service and Rosary at 7PM.

Memorials
 are suggested to Donor’s Choice and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1665752318727.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Augustine “Francis” Vonfeldt passed away on October 10, 2022, in the 
Anthology of Olathe Assisted Living in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 90. 
Francis was born on November 13, 1931, to August and Celestine 
(Kinderknecht) Vonfeldt in Gorham, Kansas. He was united in marriage to 
Shirley A. (Robben) Vonfeldt on August 22, 1951, in Gorham. The couple 
was blessed with four children: Roger, Karen, Keith, and Alan.Francis
 grew up in Gorham where he graduated from Gorham High School in 1949. 
He worked as an oilfield mechanic for many years and eventually owned 
Oilfield Engine Services in Plainville. He was hard working, enjoyed 
people, and never turned down a time to lend a helping hand. Francis was
 highly involved in Alcoholics Anonymous as a recovering alcoholic 
sponsor, and also a member of the Knights of Columbus as a 4th degree 
Knight. There was always coffee to be drank and friends to visit with at
 Crawford’s, Fish Frys to assist and enjoy at the K of C, and cards to 
be played at the Ponderosa. Francis also enjoyed being in the outdoors 
enjoying a round of golf, fishing, hunting and boating across Kansas and
 Colorado, or soaking up the warmer winters in Rio Hondo, Texas.Francis
 was a man who loved his Lord, Jesus Christ, and passed that love on to 
his family so it would continue to grow and be nurtured in their lives. 
Let Matthew 22:37-39 be a constant reminder, “Thou shalt love the Lord 
thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy 
mind. “This is the first and great commandment. “And the second is like 
unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself”. The legacy of the 
strength, love, and encouragement Francis has shown others will always 
be in our hearts and memories.Francis is survived by 
his wife, Shirley Vonfeldt of Olathe, KS; children, Roger (Karen) 
Vonfeldt of Pullman, WA, Karen Adams of Olathe, KS, Keith (Stacey) 
Vonfeldt of Wichita, KS, and Alan (Pamela) Vonfeldt of Andover, KS; 
siblings, Rosemary Bahr of Sterling, CO, GL Vonfeldt of Larned, KS, 
Steve (Peggy) Vonfeldt of Auburn, WA, Dennis (Judy) Vonfeldt of Dover, 
NH; sisters-in-law, June Denning of Plainville, KS, Lil (Ken) Hoffman of
 Sacramento, CA, Louise Robben of Victoria, KS, Doris Robben of 
Victoria, KS; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many 
nieces and nephews.He is preceded in death by his 
parents, August and Celestine Vonfeldt; brothers, Gervas Leo, Robert 
(Belva) Vonfeldt; sisters, Viola (Harvey) Walton, Agatha (Fred) Gross, 
Augusta (Bob) Nunn; brother-in-law, Ed Bahr; sister-in-law, Shirley 
Vonfeldt; mother and father-in-law Francis and Josie Robben; 
brothers-in-law, Norbert Robben, Chuck Robben, Kenny Robben; and 
sister-in-law, Natilie Shumacher.A Mass of Christian 
Burial will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at 10:30 AM at the 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Visitation will be on Friday
 from 2 PM until 4:00PM at the funeral home and will be moved to the 
church at 6 PM until 8 PM with a Vigil Service and Rosary at 7PM.Memorials
 are suggested to Donor’s Choice and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663.

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