Karen Marie Britt Foster was born September 15, 1940, in Portis, 
Kansas, to Ray and Marie (Gronewoller) Britt and passed away September 
22, 2022, in Osborne, Kansas.  Karen grew up in the Bloomington area and
 resided there a total of 76 years of her life.   She attended the 
Bloomington School until she began her high school years at Osborne High
 School, where she graduated in 1958.

Karen attended 
Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas, to obtain her Secretarial 
Science diploma.  Upon graduating she began working for Norton- Decatur 
Rural Electric Company. Throughout her life, she was employed at the 
Osborne County Treasurer Office, Midway CO-OP, SRS office, Wilkens 
Manufacturing and Parkview Manor.

On June 3rd, 1961, she was 
united in marriage to Raymond Foster.  To this union, they had 4 
children:  Dennis, Michele, Debbie and Susan.

In 1964 
Karen and Raymond moved to the family farm where they raised their 
children and enjoyed the many fruits of farming and giving back to the 
land.  She was an avid lover of country life where she could enjoy the 
quietness of nature, flowers, and animals.  Throughout life she always 
had many pets, including dogs, horses, a skunk and her last favorite 
pet, a miniature pony named Chester.

Karen dearly loved
 her family and attending any events that included her children, and 
then her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She captured all the 
family memories with thousands of pictures, which she lovingly created 
numerous individual albums for each of her children, grandchildren, and 
great grandchildren.  Over the years, she handmade thousands of mints 
for weddings and anniversaries that were enjoyed by many. History was a 
passion for Karen, and she enjoyed researching, learning, and preserving
 the past, especially regarding family and the Bloomington area.

Karen
 is survived by her children, Dennis Foster of Wichita, KS, Michele 
(Tony)Watkins, Osborne, KS, Debbie (Rob) Conde, Park City, KS, and Susan
 (Brian) Quattlander, Ellisville, MO. Grand Children Chelsea (Tyler) 
Schultze, Jake (Lisa) Swisher, Connor (Dani) Foster, Samantha (Nathan) 
Miller, Savannah (Jason) Winkel, Kaleb Winkel, Tannor Foster, and Lathe 
Watkins; 8 Great Grandchildren, sister in laws Merna Foster and Sandy 
Hudson. and several nieces and nephews as well as other family and 
friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Marie 
Britt, siblings Lois Rae Britt and Alvin Britt, cherished husband 
Raymond Foster, brother in laws, Jason Hudson, Clifford Hahn, Eugene 
Thornburg, Farrell Foster, and sister in laws Iris Hahn and Imogene 
Thornburg.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Karen-Marie-Foster?obId=25949444#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Karen Marie Britt Foster was born September 15, 1940, in Portis, 
Kansas, to Ray and Marie (Gronewoller) Britt and passed away September 
22, 2022, in Osborne, Kansas. Karen grew up in the Bloomington area and
 resided there a total of 76 years of her life. She attended the 
Bloomington School until she began her high school years at Osborne High
 School, where she graduated in 1958.Karen attended 
Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas, to obtain her Secretarial 
Science diploma. Upon graduating she began working for Norton- Decatur 
Rural Electric Company. Throughout her life, she was employed at the 
Osborne County Treasurer Office, Midway CO-OP, SRS office, Wilkens 
Manufacturing and Parkview Manor.On June 3rd, 1961, she was 
united in marriage to Raymond Foster. To this union, they had 4 
children: Dennis, Michele, Debbie and Susan.In 1964 
Karen and Raymond moved to the family farm where they raised their 
children and enjoyed the many fruits of farming and giving back to the 
land. She was an avid lover of country life where she could enjoy the 
quietness of nature, flowers, and animals. Throughout life she always 
had many pets, including dogs, horses, a skunk and her last favorite 
pet, a miniature pony named Chester.Karen dearly loved
 her family and attending any events that included her children, and 
then her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She captured all the 
family memories with thousands of pictures, which she lovingly created 
numerous individual albums for each of her children, grandchildren, and 
great grandchildren. Over the years, she handmade thousands of mints 
for weddings and anniversaries that were enjoyed by many. History was a 
passion for Karen, and she enjoyed researching, learning, and preserving
 the past, especially regarding family and the Bloomington area.Karen
 is survived by her children, Dennis Foster of Wichita, KS, Michele 
(Tony)Watkins, Osborne, KS, Debbie (Rob) Conde, Park City, KS, and Susan
 (Brian) Quattlander, Ellisville, MO. Grand Children Chelsea (Tyler) 
Schultze, Jake (Lisa) Swisher, Connor (Dani) Foster, Samantha (Nathan) 
Miller, Savannah (Jason) Winkel, Kaleb Winkel, Tannor Foster, and Lathe 
Watkins; 8 Great Grandchildren, sister in laws Merna Foster and Sandy 
Hudson. and several nieces and nephews as well as other family and 
friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Marie 
Britt, siblings Lois Rae Britt and Alvin Britt, cherished husband 
Raymond Foster, brother in laws, Jason Hudson, Clifford Hahn, Eugene 
Thornburg, Farrell Foster, and sister in laws Iris Hahn and Imogene 
Thornburg.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Karen-Marie-Foster?obId=25949444#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Karen Marie Foster

Geraldine “Jerry” Joan Brooks, age 81, passed away Saturday, 
September 24, 2022, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith 
Center, KS.  She was born December 1, 1940, in Smith County, KS to George
 and Ida (Windschefel) Watkins.

Geri was preceded in death by her 
parents, brothers;   Harold, Francis, Carlos, Eugene, Gerald and Robert;
   sisters, Dorie, Georgie, Florence, Eilene and Lorene.

Geri is 
survived by her husband Mervin of Smith Center, KS;   sons Mike (Angela)
 of Gardner, KS, Barry (Gina) of Smith Center, KS and Troy (Rebecca) of 
Independence, MO;   sister Elsie Muck of Gaylord, KS;   grandchildren:  
 Paige Brooks, Grady Brooks, Louis (Payton) Frazier, Nolan (Katherine) 
Brooks, Holden Brooks, Matthew Brooks and Adam Brooks.

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 </figure>Geraldine “Jerry” Joan Brooks, age 81, passed away Saturday, 
September 24, 2022, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith 
Center, KS. She was born December 1, 1940, in Smith County, KS to George
 and Ida (Windschefel) Watkins.Geri was preceded in death by her 
parents, brothers; Harold, Francis, Carlos, Eugene, Gerald and Robert;
 sisters, Dorie, Georgie, Florence, Eilene and Lorene.Geri is 
survived by her husband Mervin of Smith Center, KS; sons Mike (Angela)
 of Gardner, KS, Barry (Gina) of Smith Center, KS and Troy (Rebecca) of 
Independence, MO; sister Elsie Muck of Gaylord, KS; grandchildren: 
 Paige Brooks, Grady Brooks, Louis (Payton) Frazier, Nolan (Katherine) 
Brooks, Holden Brooks, Matthew Brooks and Adam Brooks.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Geraldine-Jerry-Joan-Brooks?obId=25950061#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Geraldine 'Jerry' Joan Brooks

Adaleanna Grace “Addy” Chester, 7-month-old daughter of Blake and Alaina Lynn (Becker) Chester,&nbsp;passed away&nbsp;Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born February 1, 2022, in Hays.

Survivors include her parents, Blake and Alaina Chester, of the home; her brother and sister, Ryder Becker and Kayleigh Becker, of the home; her grandparents, Cristin “Cris” Chester, Hays, KS; Mike and Jody Becker, Plainville, KS; her uncles, Joseph and Jana Becker, Stockton, KS; Andrew Becker, Hoxie, KS; Matthew Becker, Plainville, KS; her great grandparents, Lawrence Becker, Plainville, KS; Darrel and Elaine Hrabe, Plainville, KS; Lonnie Pywell, Los Cruces, NM. &nbsp;

Addy was preceded in death by her great grandmothers, Deanna Becker and Lyalla Pywell.

A Celebration &nbsp;of Life Memorial Service will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, September 29, 2022, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67671 with Rev. Troy Miller officiating.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. Thursday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: Bank of Hays (for family) in care of the mortuary. &nbsp; &nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure>Adaleanna Grace “Addy” Chester, 7-month-old daughter of Blake and Alaina Lynn (Becker) Chester,&nbsp;passed away&nbsp;Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born February 1, 2022, in Hays.Survivors include her parents, Blake and Alaina Chester, of the home; her brother and sister, Ryder Becker and Kayleigh Becker, of the home; her grandparents, Cristin “Cris” Chester, Hays, KS; Mike and Jody Becker, Plainville, KS; her uncles, Joseph and Jana Becker, Stockton, KS; Andrew Becker, Hoxie, KS; Matthew Becker, Plainville, KS; her great grandparents, Lawrence Becker, Plainville, KS; Darrel and Elaine Hrabe, Plainville, KS; Lonnie Pywell, Los Cruces, NM. &nbsp;Addy was preceded in death by her great grandmothers, Deanna Becker and Lyalla Pywell.A Celebration &nbsp;of Life Memorial Service will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, September 29, 2022, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67671 with Rev. Troy Miller officiating.A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. Thursday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.The family suggests memorials made payable to: Bank of Hays (for family) in care of the mortuary. &nbsp; &nbsp;Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Adaleanna Grace 'Addy' Chester

Bettie Lou (Brungardt) Hutchens, age 88, died Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Locust Grove Village Nursing Home, La Crosse, Kansas.

She was born February 24, 1934, in Victoria, Kansas, to Otto R. and Ottilia (Graf) Brungardt. &nbsp;She married James Thomas Hutchens on April 25, 1972, in Las Vegas, Nevada. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on January 9, 1982.

She was an office manager for AVON&nbsp;in California for 25 years the moved to Lakewood, Colorado for 20 years. &nbsp;Bettie moved to Hays in 2008, and has lived the last nine years at Locust&nbsp;Grove&nbsp;Village. &nbsp;She was raised in Victoria, was a graduate of Victoria High School, and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays.

Survivors include her sister, Rita Wolf, Topeka, KS; her brothers-in-law, Wilfred Kreutzer, Hays, KS; and Al Arendt, Kansas City, MO.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brothers, Peter Brungardt and Leroy Brungardt; her sisters, Henrietta Rohr; Amelia Jacobs; Alma Herrman; Lillian Herrman; Patty Kreutzer and Creda Arendt; and her infant sisters, Armella Brungardt and Barbara Brungardt.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, September&nbsp;26, 2022 at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. &nbsp;Burial will be in &nbsp;St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday,&nbsp;at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;

The family&nbsp;suggest memorials payable to: Locust&nbsp;Grove Village in care of the mortuary.

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 </figure>Bettie Lou (Brungardt) Hutchens, age 88, died Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Locust Grove Village Nursing Home, La Crosse, Kansas.She was born February 24, 1934, in Victoria, Kansas, to Otto R. and Ottilia (Graf) Brungardt. &nbsp;She married James Thomas Hutchens on April 25, 1972, in Las Vegas, Nevada. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on January 9, 1982.She was an office manager for AVON&nbsp;in California for 25 years the moved to Lakewood, Colorado for 20 years. &nbsp;Bettie moved to Hays in 2008, and has lived the last nine years at Locust&nbsp;Grove&nbsp;Village. &nbsp;She was raised in Victoria, was a graduate of Victoria High School, and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays.Survivors include her sister, Rita Wolf, Topeka, KS; her brothers-in-law, Wilfred Kreutzer, Hays, KS; and Al Arendt, Kansas City, MO.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brothers, Peter Brungardt and Leroy Brungardt; her sisters, Henrietta Rohr; Amelia Jacobs; Alma Herrman; Lillian Herrman; Patty Kreutzer and Creda Arendt; and her infant sisters, Armella Brungardt and Barbara Brungardt.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, September&nbsp;26, 2022 at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. &nbsp;Burial will be in &nbsp;St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.Visitation will be from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday,&nbsp;at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;The family&nbsp;suggest memorials payable to: Locust&nbsp;Grove Village in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Bettie Lou (Brungardt) Hutchens

Etta Jane Taylor was born in her parents’ home on June 19, 1933. Etta
 was the middle daughter of Goldie Theda (Lewis) and Charles Earl 
(Whitey) Taylor. Etta grew up in Hoxie Kansas and graduated from 
Sheridan Community High School with the class of 1952.

Etta
 fell in love and married Harold Loyd Timken on February 2nd, 1952, at 
Mt Pleasant Baptist Church. They made their home in Hoxie where they 
raised their family. Etta and Harold had three children Sharon Sue born 
in 1954; she was stillborn, Danny Loyd born in 1955, and Cindy Lou born 
in 1956. Cindy is the only surviving child of Etta and Harold.

Etta
 was a fantastic homemaker. She loved taking care of her home and her 
family. She taught both Cindy and Danny how to cook, bake, and sew as 
well as keep a tidy well-run home. She loved gardening, where Cindy 
recalls the years, they sold produce from the garden especially the 
"tons" of strawberries. "We would get through the large patch and back 
through we would go."

Etta loved to sing, the radio was
 always playing as a child and Cindy loved listening to her mom sing as 
she went about her daily tasks. We would dance and sing around the house
 as we worked. It was a wonderful fun childhood, Cindy recalls. Etta and
 her sisters Glendace and Vera would get together and they would 
jitterbug for hours. Etta loved to dance and was quite good at it. She 
was still cutting a rug just a few years ago.

Etta also
 enjoyed reading, crafting, sewing, baking, bowling, playing cards, 
horseshoes, and riding her bike. Her biggest joy was her children, then 
along came her grandchildren and her joy was even greater. She loved 
each and every one of those grandkids and spoiled them as a good grandma
 does!!! Etta knew everyone in the family nieces and nephews included. 
She could still recall their birthdates and many of their wedding 
anniversary dates. Her remarkable memory never left her. Etta treasured 
all those memories.

Etta is survived by her daughter, 
Cindy Eller (Roger Milton); grandchildren, James Alexander (Amanda), 
Raine Eller (Brian Gee), Hannah Eller (Kat), and Cody Eller.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, Theada and Charles Taylor; 
husband, Harold Timken; son, Danny Timken; daughter, Sharon Timken; 
sisters, Glendece Osborn and Vera Wing; and son-in-law, Jan Eller.

She will forever be loved. We will miss her physical presence here with us, but she will always be with us in our hearts!

A
 Celebration of Life Service is planned for Tuesday, September 27, 2022,
 at the Christ Community Church, Hoxie, Kansas, at 10:30 A.M. Prior to 
the service, a visitation will be held at the Church from 9:00 A.M. 
until 10:30 A.M. Following the service, inurnment will take place in the
 Hoxie City Cemetery. 

Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County 
Long Term Care. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Etta Jane Taylor was born in her parents’ home on June 19, 1933. Etta
 was the middle daughter of Goldie Theda (Lewis) and Charles Earl 
(Whitey) Taylor. Etta grew up in Hoxie Kansas and graduated from 
Sheridan Community High School with the class of 1952.Etta
 fell in love and married Harold Loyd Timken on February 2nd, 1952, at 
Mt Pleasant Baptist Church. They made their home in Hoxie where they 
raised their family. Etta and Harold had three children Sharon Sue born 
in 1954; she was stillborn, Danny Loyd born in 1955, and Cindy Lou born 
in 1956. Cindy is the only surviving child of Etta and Harold.Etta
 was a fantastic homemaker. She loved taking care of her home and her 
family. She taught both Cindy and Danny how to cook, bake, and sew as 
well as keep a tidy well-run home. She loved gardening, where Cindy 
recalls the years, they sold produce from the garden especially the 
"tons" of strawberries. "We would get through the large patch and back 
through we would go."Etta loved to sing, the radio was
 always playing as a child and Cindy loved listening to her mom sing as 
she went about her daily tasks. We would dance and sing around the house
 as we worked. It was a wonderful fun childhood, Cindy recalls. Etta and
 her sisters Glendace and Vera would get together and they would 
jitterbug for hours. Etta loved to dance and was quite good at it. She 
was still cutting a rug just a few years ago.Etta also
 enjoyed reading, crafting, sewing, baking, bowling, playing cards, 
horseshoes, and riding her bike. Her biggest joy was her children, then 
along came her grandchildren and her joy was even greater. She loved 
each and every one of those grandkids and spoiled them as a good grandma
 does!!! Etta knew everyone in the family nieces and nephews included. 
She could still recall their birthdates and many of their wedding 
anniversary dates. Her remarkable memory never left her. Etta treasured 
all those memories.Etta is survived by her daughter, 
Cindy Eller (Roger Milton); grandchildren, James Alexander (Amanda), 
Raine Eller (Brian Gee), Hannah Eller (Kat), and Cody Eller.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, Theada and Charles Taylor; 
husband, Harold Timken; son, Danny Timken; daughter, Sharon Timken; 
sisters, Glendece Osborn and Vera Wing; and son-in-law, Jan Eller.She will forever be loved. We will miss her physical presence here with us, but she will always be with us in our hearts!A
 Celebration of Life Service is planned for Tuesday, September 27, 2022,
 at the Christ Community Church, Hoxie, Kansas, at 10:30 A.M. Prior to 
the service, a visitation will be held at the Church from 9:00 A.M. 
until 10:30 A.M. Following the service, inurnment will take place in the
 Hoxie City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County 
Long Term Care. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Etta Jane (Taylor) Timken

December 1, 1929
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 23, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Hankie-Frances--Trower-Beckman?obId=25946674#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>December 1, 1929
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 23, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Hankie-Frances--Trower-Beckman?obId=25946674#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Hankie Frances (Trower) Beckman

Linda Faye Wood-Lummus, 82, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, died Thursday, September 15, 2022 at St. Francis Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born May 3, 1940, in Centerville, Texas, to Virgil Wood and Marie Stafford Durst. She and James Robert Lummus were married October 6, 1962, at Centerville, Texas. She was a graduate of Centerville High School in Texas and Sam Houston State University. She was a customer service representative at Colonial Federal and a teacher in the Cape Girardeau Public School System. She was an avid tennis player. She loved her grandkids and attending their sports activities. She was a longtime member of Cape Bible Chapel. Survivors include her husband, James Robert Lummus of Cape Girardeau; two sons, Lee (Tonya) Lummus of Jackson, Missouri and Lane (Danielle) Lummus of Hays, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Brennen Lee (Macey) Lummus, Savannah Brooke Lummus, Jeremy James Lummus, Brock Lummus, Maia Lummus, Lex Lummus and Sienna Lummus.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her mother; father; step-father, Joe Bailey Durst; and a brother, Jimmy Lyndon Wood. Visitation will be 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Monday, October 3, 2022, at Ford &amp; Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau. Funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm Monday, October 3, 2022, at Ford &amp; Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau with the Rev. Ed Rothenberger officiating. Burial will be at Fairmont Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com/">www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com</a>. Ford &amp; Sons Funeral Home - Mt. Auburn is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Linda Faye Wood-Lummus, 82, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, died Thursday, September 15, 2022 at St. Francis Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born May 3, 1940, in Centerville, Texas, to Virgil Wood and Marie Stafford Durst. She and James Robert Lummus were married October 6, 1962, at Centerville, Texas. She was a graduate of Centerville High School in Texas and Sam Houston State University. She was a customer service representative at Colonial Federal and a teacher in the Cape Girardeau Public School System. She was an avid tennis player. She loved her grandkids and attending their sports activities. She was a longtime member of Cape Bible Chapel. Survivors include her husband, James Robert Lummus of Cape Girardeau; two sons, Lee (Tonya) Lummus of Jackson, Missouri and Lane (Danielle) Lummus of Hays, Kansas; seven grandchildren, Brennen Lee (Macey) Lummus, Savannah Brooke Lummus, Jeremy James Lummus, Brock Lummus, Maia Lummus, Lex Lummus and Sienna Lummus.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her mother; father; step-father, Joe Bailey Durst; and a brother, Jimmy Lyndon Wood. Visitation will be 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Monday, October 3, 2022, at Ford &amp; Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau. Funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm Monday, October 3, 2022, at Ford &amp; Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau with the Rev. Ed Rothenberger officiating. Burial will be at Fairmont Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com/">www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com</a>. Ford &amp; Sons Funeral Home - Mt. Auburn is in charge of arrangements.

Linda Faye Wood-Lummus

Robert Lee “Bobby” Johnson, 72, died Wednesday, 
Sept. 21, at The Ranch House in Garden City. He was 
born January 26, 1950, in Garden City, Kansas the son of John H. 
Johnson, Sr. &amp; Vivian Marie (King) Johnson. 
 Bobby has been a lifetime resident of Garden City. He attended 
Garden City schools and graduated from Garden City High School. Bobby 
began his working career as a truck driver for Hitch Feeders but was 
mostly known as a longtime owner and operator of Bob’s Auto Repair. He 
enjoyed spending his time watching NASCAR, working on motors, race cars,
 attending car shows, and joining his friends for breakfast. 
 Survivors include a brother John H. Johnson Jr. of Garden City; a 
sister Carol and husband Jim Taylor of Garden City; a niece Sonja 
Taylor of Garden City; two nephews Aaron and wife Carey Austin of 
Derby, and Courtney and wife Misty Johnson of Holcomb; a
 great-nephew Kai Johnson; and a great-niece Vivian Austin. 
 Bobby is preceded in death by his parents; and three sisters Toni Johnson, Tommy Austin, and Sue Johnson. 
 Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 26 at the First United Methodist Church in Garden City with Rev. 
Joel Plisek officiating. A private family interment will take place at a
 later date. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. on Sunday and
 from 9 to 11 a.m. on Monday all at Garnand Funeral Home in 
Garden City.

The family suggests memorials given to the Robert “Bobby” 
Johnson Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be 
given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.<a> </a>

Robert Lee “Bobby” Johnson, 72, died Wednesday, 
Sept. 21, at The Ranch House in Garden City. He was 
born January 26, 1950, in Garden City, Kansas the son of John H. 
Johnson, Sr. &amp; Vivian Marie (King) Johnson. 
 Bobby has been a lifetime resident of Garden City. He attended 
Garden City schools and graduated from Garden City High School. Bobby 
began his working career as a truck driver for Hitch Feeders but was 
mostly known as a longtime owner and operator of Bob’s Auto Repair. He 
enjoyed spending his time watching NASCAR, working on motors, race cars,
 attending car shows, and joining his friends for breakfast. 
 Survivors include a brother John H. Johnson Jr. of Garden City; a 
sister Carol and husband Jim Taylor of Garden City; a niece Sonja 
Taylor of Garden City; two nephews Aaron and wife Carey Austin of 
Derby, and Courtney and wife Misty Johnson of Holcomb; a
 great-nephew Kai Johnson; and a great-niece Vivian Austin. 
 Bobby is preceded in death by his parents; and three sisters Toni Johnson, Tommy Austin, and Sue Johnson. 
 Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 26 at the First United Methodist Church in Garden City with Rev. 
Joel Plisek officiating. A private family interment will take place at a
 later date. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. on Sunday and
 from 9 to 11 a.m. on Monday all at Garnand Funeral Home in 
Garden City. The family suggests memorials given to the Robert “Bobby” 
Johnson Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be 
given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.<a> </a>

Robert Lee 'Bobby' Johnson

Devin Lavon Shockley, age 61, youngest son of Harold and Eileen Shockley, was born Dec. 12, 1960, in Smith Center. 

He departed his earthly life on Sept. 23, 2022. He spent his childhood on the family farm southwest of Athol, and attended Kensington schools graduating from high school in 1979.

He attended Sunday school and was confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church of rural Athol. He married Crystal Lynn Mosier on April 15, 1987, and their family included four sons and one daughter. The marriage was later dissolved.

Devin was a farmer, mechanic and actively involved in the volunteer fire department in Athol for 37 years, serving as fire chief for several of those years. He also served as mayor of Athol, but the role he enjoyed most was being Papa to his grandchildren.

Survivors include step-sons John Mosier, Joe Mosier (Sandra Cox), sons Joshua (Jessica) and Jordan (Shaunna Ruder), daughter Jennifer (Daniel) Saltsman , grandson Nathan Shockley, granddaughters Emily Saltsman and Olivia Mosier, sister Kathy (Russ) Pierce, brother Gayle (Kathy) Shockley.

Preceded in death by parents Harold and Eileen Shockley, grandparents Henry and Lovena Henkel and Thomas E. and Erma Shockley.

Devin Lavon Shockley, age 61, youngest son of Harold and Eileen Shockley, was born Dec. 12, 1960, in Smith Center. He departed his earthly life on Sept. 23, 2022. He spent his childhood on the family farm southwest of Athol, and attended Kensington schools graduating from high school in 1979.He attended Sunday school and was confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church of rural Athol. He married Crystal Lynn Mosier on April 15, 1987, and their family included four sons and one daughter. The marriage was later dissolved.Devin was a farmer, mechanic and actively involved in the volunteer fire department in Athol for 37 years, serving as fire chief for several of those years. He also served as mayor of Athol, but the role he enjoyed most was being Papa to his grandchildren.Survivors include step-sons John Mosier, Joe Mosier (Sandra Cox), sons Joshua (Jessica) and Jordan (Shaunna Ruder), daughter Jennifer (Daniel) Saltsman , grandson Nathan Shockley, granddaughters Emily Saltsman and Olivia Mosier, sister Kathy (Russ) Pierce, brother Gayle (Kathy) Shockley.Preceded in death by parents Harold and Eileen Shockley, grandparents Henry and Lovena Henkel and Thomas E. and Erma Shockley.

Devin Lavon Shockley

Virginia Sanders, 89, of Quinter, passed away on Friday, Sept. 23 at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Virginia Sanders, 89, of Quinter, passed away on Friday, Sept. 23 at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Virginia Rose Sanders

Dan Edward Koehler, 82, of Lawrence, and formerly of Natoma and Osborne County, died on Thursday, Sept. 22 at his home in Lawrence.

Dan was born on April 7, 1940, in rural Osborne County, the son of Harold and Ellen F. (Kirkpatrick) Koehler. He was raised in Osborne County and Natoma and graduated from Natoma High School in the class of 1958. He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Ellen Sue Pfortmiller on Feb. 25, 1961, in Natoma. From this union Dan and Sue were blessed with two children, a son Brad and a daughter Melissa. Dan worked for 45 years as a lineman and foreman for the Kansas Power and Light Company. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church and always attended church wherever they lived. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping with family and friends. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family, and he especially enjoyed being with his grandchildren.

Surviving family include his wife Sue of the home; son Brad Koehler and daughter Melissa Koehler-Morton and husband Clark all of Lawrence; sisters Barbara Griffin and husband David and Delores Koehler all of Natoma; one granddaughter, Megan and two great-grandchildren, Jagger and Ruby. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson-in-law, Alex.

A graveside celebration of Dan’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the Natoma Lutheran Cemetery in Natoma. Memorial contributions can be made to the Natoma Heritage Seekers Museum and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma are in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Dan Edward Koehler, 82, of Lawrence, and formerly of Natoma and Osborne County, died on Thursday, Sept. 22 at his home in Lawrence.Dan was born on April 7, 1940, in rural Osborne County, the son of Harold and Ellen F. (Kirkpatrick) Koehler. He was raised in Osborne County and Natoma and graduated from Natoma High School in the class of 1958. He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Ellen Sue Pfortmiller on Feb. 25, 1961, in Natoma. From this union Dan and Sue were blessed with two children, a son Brad and a daughter Melissa. Dan worked for 45 years as a lineman and foreman for the Kansas Power and Light Company. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church and always attended church wherever they lived. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping with family and friends. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family, and he especially enjoyed being with his grandchildren.Surviving family include his wife Sue of the home; son Brad Koehler and daughter Melissa Koehler-Morton and husband Clark all of Lawrence; sisters Barbara Griffin and husband David and Delores Koehler all of Natoma; one granddaughter, Megan and two great-grandchildren, Jagger and Ruby. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson-in-law, Alex.A graveside celebration of Dan’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the Natoma Lutheran Cemetery in Natoma. Memorial contributions can be made to the Natoma Heritage Seekers Museum and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma are in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Dan Edward Koehler

Lillian Mae (Keller) Koger passed away peacefully September 20, 2022,&nbsp; at the age of 84 at the Good Samaritan Society Nursing Facility in 
Oberlin, Kansas, after succumbing to the long term disease of Parkinson’s
 with her loving husband, Jim, by her side.

Lillian was 
born on May 23, 1938, in Stafford, Kansas, to Jess Edward Keller, Sr. and
 Anna Mae (Cundiff) Keller.  She grew up in St. John, Kansas.  She 
attended Sunshine and Centerview country schools and graduated from St. 
John High School in 1956.  She attended Pratt Junior College, Pratt, 
Kansas, and earned an Associates Degree in 1958.  Soon after graduation, 
she and her brother, Edward, moved to Englewood, Colorado where she was 
employed at Bingo King for several years.

Lillian met and married 
the love of her life, Jimmy Keith Koger, on March 14, 1963, in Englewood,
 Colorado. They were blessed with one son, Brian Eric Koger on January 
27, 1968. Lillian and Jim lived in Denver, Colorado until moving to 
Oberlin, Kansas in 2005.

Lillian’s passions were reading 
(enough books to create her own library), music, watching sports from 
football to tennis and everything in between, the Kansas plains, the 
Colorado mountains, the Arizona desert, everything Native American and 
the southwest, birds, wildlife, and flowers. She had a great sense of 
humor, quick witted, a thirst for knowledge and a sweet laugh. She and 
Jim four-wheeled all over Colorado with the Mixed Nuts Four-Wheelers 
Club satisfying her love for the outdoors and adventure. She was a 
devoted and loving wife of nearly 60 years, mother, grandmother, aunt 
and sister to her three younger siblings.

Lillian was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Edward Keller and a brother-in-law, Joe Romo.

She
 is survived by her husband, Jim, of the home and son, Brian Koger 
(Sharla Ritter) of Oberlin, Ks.; granddaughter, Larae Ashley Beebee, 
Denver, Colorado and grandson, Logan Jimmy Koger, Oberlin, Ks.; 
step-grandsons Seth Ritter, Ellis, Ks and Josh Ritter, Atwood, Ks; 
siblings Thomas (Sharon) Keller, Colorado Springs, Co., Patricia 
(Rodney) Crissman, St. John, Ks.; nephews Alan (Dawn) Keller, Colorado 
Springs, Co., Monty (Christine) Keller, Florissant, Co., Jess Keller, 
Colorado Springs, Co.; nieces Jennifer (Chris) Shankle, Kingman, Ks., 
and Amelia Romo, St. John, Ks., and five great nieces and nephews. 
Lillian is also survived by numerous other loving family and friends and
 her beloved dog, Chipper. She will be greatly missed by all.

A
 memorial service and celebration of life will be held at the Oberlin 
Covenant Church, 810 W. Cedar, Oberlin, Ks., September 24, 2022, at 2:30 
p.m.  Inurnment in St. John, Ks will be determined at a later date. 


Memorials are suggested to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s
 Research, www.michaeljfox.org; Paralyzed Veterans of American, 
www.pva.org; or to the Oberlin Covenant Church, Oberlin, Ks. Family and 
friends may leave their condolences at Pauls Funeral Home of Oberlin, 
Ks. www.paulsfh.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Lillian Mae (Keller) Koger passed away peacefully September 20, 2022,&nbsp; at the age of 84 at the Good Samaritan Society Nursing Facility in 
Oberlin, Kansas, after succumbing to the long term disease of Parkinson’s
 with her loving husband, Jim, by her side.Lillian was 
born on May 23, 1938, in Stafford, Kansas, to Jess Edward Keller, Sr. and
 Anna Mae (Cundiff) Keller. She grew up in St. John, Kansas. She 
attended Sunshine and Centerview country schools and graduated from St. 
John High School in 1956. She attended Pratt Junior College, Pratt, 
Kansas, and earned an Associates Degree in 1958. Soon after graduation, 
she and her brother, Edward, moved to Englewood, Colorado where she was 
employed at Bingo King for several years.Lillian met and married 
the love of her life, Jimmy Keith Koger, on March 14, 1963, in Englewood,
 Colorado. They were blessed with one son, Brian Eric Koger on January 
27, 1968. Lillian and Jim lived in Denver, Colorado until moving to 
Oberlin, Kansas in 2005. Lillian’s passions were reading 
(enough books to create her own library), music, watching sports from 
football to tennis and everything in between, the Kansas plains, the 
Colorado mountains, the Arizona desert, everything Native American and 
the southwest, birds, wildlife, and flowers. She had a great sense of 
humor, quick witted, a thirst for knowledge and a sweet laugh. She and 
Jim four-wheeled all over Colorado with the Mixed Nuts Four-Wheelers 
Club satisfying her love for the outdoors and adventure. She was a 
devoted and loving wife of nearly 60 years, mother, grandmother, aunt 
and sister to her three younger siblings. Lillian was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Edward Keller and a brother-in-law, Joe Romo. She
 is survived by her husband, Jim, of the home and son, Brian Koger 
(Sharla Ritter) of Oberlin, Ks.; granddaughter, Larae Ashley Beebee, 
Denver, Colorado and grandson, Logan Jimmy Koger, Oberlin, Ks.; 
step-grandsons Seth Ritter, Ellis, Ks and Josh Ritter, Atwood, Ks; 
siblings Thomas (Sharon) Keller, Colorado Springs, Co., Patricia 
(Rodney) Crissman, St. John, Ks.; nephews Alan (Dawn) Keller, Colorado 
Springs, Co., Monty (Christine) Keller, Florissant, Co., Jess Keller, 
Colorado Springs, Co.; nieces Jennifer (Chris) Shankle, Kingman, Ks., 
and Amelia Romo, St. John, Ks., and five great nieces and nephews. 
Lillian is also survived by numerous other loving family and friends and
 her beloved dog, Chipper. She will be greatly missed by all. A
 memorial service and celebration of life will be held at the Oberlin 
Covenant Church, 810 W. Cedar, Oberlin, Ks., September 24, 2022, at 2:30 
p.m. Inurnment in St. John, Ks will be determined at a later date. 
Memorials are suggested to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s
 Research, www.michaeljfox.org; Paralyzed Veterans of American, 
www.pva.org; or to the Oberlin Covenant Church, Oberlin, Ks. Family and 
friends may leave their condolences at Pauls Funeral Home of Oberlin, 
Ks. www.paulsfh.com

Lillian Mae (Keller) Koger 

Charlotte Banks Summers, 79, died peacefully with her husband and 
daughters by her side, September 19, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional 
Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born July 27, 1943, in Great Bend, to Walter 
Edward and Sylvia Ellen (Witte) Banks.&nbsp;

Charlotte graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1961. She attended
 Oklahoma College for Women before transferring to KU where she studied 
at both the Lawrence and Medical Center campuses, graduating in 1967 
with a degree in biological science and research. &nbsp;Charlotte began her 
career as a research biologist in the food laboratory at Far-Mar-Co. 


While her most treasured job was raising her two daughters, Elizabeth 
and Cady, she also enjoyed keeping active with several part-time 
positions including Puzzling Maps by Peirce Puzzle Company, the 
Cosmosphere, and Cranford College. Later, she became District Manager 
for Manpower Personnel Service, retiring after 20 years in 2015.

Even while working full-time, Charlotte always made time to serve her
 community. The women’s philanthropic educational organization, P.E.O., 
was near and dear to her heart. She was a member of P.E.O. Chapter BL 
and served as called upon in many roles.&nbsp; She also served on the Kansas 
State Chapter Board for six years, including State President from 
2000-2001. In 2002, Charlotte was selected for Leadership Hutchinson, an
 experience she enjoyed very much, that helped her continue to serve 
Hutchinson and Reno County. During retirement, Charlotte served on 
several boards, including the Hutchinson Town Club and as President of 
the Hutchinson Art Center during its remodel.&nbsp; After the Lair White 
House was opened in 2014, Charlotte managed the Kansas State Fair 
Museum. The theme for the exhibits was changed each year, requiring 
countless hours to research, locate artifacts, and assemble the 
displays. Charlotte was a faithful member of Grace Episcopal Church and 
served on the Altar Guild.

Even with all these activities, Charlotte still made time for 
friendships, hobbies, and being a loving wife and Nana.&nbsp; She was a 
dedicated friend and loved writing witty poems to celebrate her friends 
and family.&nbsp; Charlotte enjoyed traveling and keeping her mind active 
with bridge and book clubs. When she was younger, she enjoyed sailing 
and snow skiing with her husband.

On December 28, 1967, Charlotte married Robert Charles “Bob” Summers, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared nearly 55 years of marriage.

Charlotte is survived by: her husband, Bob of Hutchinson; daughters, 
Elizabeth Summers Hunt (Paul) of Waterford, MI, Cady Summers Panetta 
(Michael) of Washington, D.C.; grandchildren, Sydney and Evan Hunt, 
Sylvia and Nicholas Panetta; sister, Mary Banks Hitchcock (Charles) of 
Mission Viejo, CA; brother, Thurston Banks (Linda) of Cookeville, TN; 
and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 
Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, with the Reverend
 Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the church 
columbarium.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. &nbsp;at 
Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; &nbsp;The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
 Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to three organizations 
dear to Charlotte: P.E.O. Chapter BL (to support their Hutchinson 
Community College Scholarship), Hutchinson Art Center, or Grace 
Episcopal Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson,
 KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/9/1663941772543.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Charlotte Banks Summers, 79, died peacefully with her husband and 
daughters by her side, September 19, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional 
Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born July 27, 1943, in Great Bend, to Walter 
Edward and Sylvia Ellen (Witte) Banks.&nbsp;Charlotte graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1961. She attended
 Oklahoma College for Women before transferring to KU where she studied 
at both the Lawrence and Medical Center campuses, graduating in 1967 
with a degree in biological science and research. &nbsp;Charlotte began her 
career as a research biologist in the food laboratory at Far-Mar-Co. 
While her most treasured job was raising her two daughters, Elizabeth 
and Cady, she also enjoyed keeping active with several part-time 
positions including Puzzling Maps by Peirce Puzzle Company, the 
Cosmosphere, and Cranford College. Later, she became District Manager 
for Manpower Personnel Service, retiring after 20 years in 2015.Even while working full-time, Charlotte always made time to serve her
 community. The women’s philanthropic educational organization, P.E.O., 
was near and dear to her heart. She was a member of P.E.O. Chapter BL 
and served as called upon in many roles.&nbsp; She also served on the Kansas 
State Chapter Board for six years, including State President from 
2000-2001. In 2002, Charlotte was selected for Leadership Hutchinson, an
 experience she enjoyed very much, that helped her continue to serve 
Hutchinson and Reno County. During retirement, Charlotte served on 
several boards, including the Hutchinson Town Club and as President of 
the Hutchinson Art Center during its remodel.&nbsp; After the Lair White 
House was opened in 2014, Charlotte managed the Kansas State Fair 
Museum. The theme for the exhibits was changed each year, requiring 
countless hours to research, locate artifacts, and assemble the 
displays. Charlotte was a faithful member of Grace Episcopal Church and 
served on the Altar Guild.Even with all these activities, Charlotte still made time for 
friendships, hobbies, and being a loving wife and Nana.&nbsp; She was a 
dedicated friend and loved writing witty poems to celebrate her friends 
and family.&nbsp; Charlotte enjoyed traveling and keeping her mind active 
with bridge and book clubs. When she was younger, she enjoyed sailing 
and snow skiing with her husband.On December 28, 1967, Charlotte married Robert Charles “Bob” Summers, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared nearly 55 years of marriage.Charlotte is survived by: her husband, Bob of Hutchinson; daughters, 
Elizabeth Summers Hunt (Paul) of Waterford, MI, Cady Summers Panetta 
(Michael) of Washington, D.C.; grandchildren, Sydney and Evan Hunt, 
Sylvia and Nicholas Panetta; sister, Mary Banks Hitchcock (Charles) of 
Mission Viejo, CA; brother, Thurston Banks (Linda) of Cookeville, TN; 
and a host of friends.She was preceded in death by her parents.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 
Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, with the Reverend
 Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the church 
columbarium.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. &nbsp;at 
Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; &nbsp;The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
 Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to three organizations 
dear to Charlotte: P.E.O. Chapter BL (to support their Hutchinson 
Community College Scholarship), Hutchinson Art Center, or Grace 
Episcopal Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson,
 KS&nbsp; 67501.

Charlotte Banks Summers

Bryan Brand Harper Jr., age 77, of Lauderdale, Miss., died on August 25, 
2022. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with 
the arrangements.

A native of Meridian, Miss., and born while World War II raged (1943), 
Bryan's early years were defined by life on military installations, 
including two years in a grimy Quonset hut on faraway Guam in the 
Pacific. His father, an Army Air Corp fighter pilot from Lubbock Texas, 
commanded this tiny island at war's end. A military "brat," Bryan lived 
on or near installations in Texas, Rhode Island, Alabama, Virginia and 
Naples, Italy, ( NATO.) Bryan's mom, Hazel Lillian Pigford of the 
esteemed Pigford family in Meridian, met Colonel Bryan Brand Harper, Sr.
 while he trained P-51 fighter pilots at Key Field.

A 1963 graduate of Meridian High School, Bryan combined achievement 
with ambition in undergraduate studies at Ole Miss, graduating BMOC in 
1967, then finishing Ole Miss Law School in 1970. After two despairing 
years in Jackson as a "storefront" lawyer, Bryan moved to that "promised
 land" called Colorado, and passed both the Colorado Bar, and the Real 
Estate Broker's exam. He made Aspen home - the first of the Notorious 
Harper Brothers to become Coloradans - and quickly succeeded in the 
exploding real estate market. In 1980 he married Shellie Roy, and they 
started Bryan Harper Realty as well as adding two new residents, Sabrina
 and Bryan Harper III, to Aspen's population. An avid skier and 
outdoorsman, Aspen became Bryan's Shangri- La, and Lake Powell his 
favorite sanctuary. Bass fishing was Bryan's passion.

In 1999, Bryan moved back to Meridian, built his dream-house at 
Dalewood, and with his long-time partner, Gloria Moore, they fished 
America's lakes and traveled the world. Bryan's art was his life, and he
 finished his masterpiece on his own terms.

Bryan is survived by his daughter: Sabrina Lundberg and her husband, 
Chris, and two grandchildren, Krister and Julie, of Hays, Kansas; his 
son: Bryan Harper III (Hunter) of Oxford, Mississippi; and a brother: 
Mike Harper (Hays) of Nashville, TN. He was preceded in death by his 
parents, Colonel Bryan and Hazel Harper and a younger brother, David.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at <a href="http://www.robertbarhamffh.com">www.robertbarhamffh.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/9/1663940597945.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Bryan Brand Harper Jr., age 77, of Lauderdale, Miss., died on August 25, 
2022. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with 
the arrangements.A native of Meridian, Miss., and born while World War II raged (1943), 
Bryan's early years were defined by life on military installations, 
including two years in a grimy Quonset hut on faraway Guam in the 
Pacific. His father, an Army Air Corp fighter pilot from Lubbock Texas, 
commanded this tiny island at war's end. A military "brat," Bryan lived 
on or near installations in Texas, Rhode Island, Alabama, Virginia and 
Naples, Italy, ( NATO.) Bryan's mom, Hazel Lillian Pigford of the 
esteemed Pigford family in Meridian, met Colonel Bryan Brand Harper, Sr.
 while he trained P-51 fighter pilots at Key Field.A 1963 graduate of Meridian High School, Bryan combined achievement 
with ambition in undergraduate studies at Ole Miss, graduating BMOC in 
1967, then finishing Ole Miss Law School in 1970. After two despairing 
years in Jackson as a "storefront" lawyer, Bryan moved to that "promised
 land" called Colorado, and passed both the Colorado Bar, and the Real 
Estate Broker's exam. He made Aspen home - the first of the Notorious 
Harper Brothers to become Coloradans - and quickly succeeded in the 
exploding real estate market. In 1980 he married Shellie Roy, and they 
started Bryan Harper Realty as well as adding two new residents, Sabrina
 and Bryan Harper III, to Aspen's population. An avid skier and 
outdoorsman, Aspen became Bryan's Shangri- La, and Lake Powell his 
favorite sanctuary. Bass fishing was Bryan's passion.In 1999, Bryan moved back to Meridian, built his dream-house at 
Dalewood, and with his long-time partner, Gloria Moore, they fished 
America's lakes and traveled the world. Bryan's art was his life, and he
 finished his masterpiece on his own terms.Bryan is survived by his daughter: Sabrina Lundberg and her husband, 
Chris, and two grandchildren, Krister and Julie, of Hays, Kansas; his 
son: Bryan Harper III (Hunter) of Oxford, Mississippi; and a brother: 
Mike Harper (Hays) of Nashville, TN. He was preceded in death by his 
parents, Colonel Bryan and Hazel Harper and a younger brother, David.Online condolences may be expressed to the family at <a href="http://www.robertbarhamffh.com">www.robertbarhamffh.com</a>.

Bryan Brand Harper Jr.

Leon Brungardt, age 67, died peacefully, surrounded by family on May 20, 2022, in the home of his son in Wichita, KS, after a short but courageous battle with cancer.

Leon was born on December 1, 1954, in Hays, KS, to Paul and Mildred Brungardt, and raised in Victoria, KS. He graduated from Victoria High School (Class of 1972) and Ft. Hays State University. Leon retired from a career in construction and woodworking.

Leon enjoyed life to its fullest. He loved his family and friends and was happiest when being of service to others. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading, playing scrabble, and was often found just relaxing.

Survivors include two sons, Aaron (Mikala), and Jared (Nettie), both of Wichita, KS; four sisters Carol (Chris) Cowger, Topeka, KS; Lois Yunker, Munjor, KS; Wanda (Ron Staab) Brungardt, Victoria, KS; and Paula (Patrick) Zwenger, Victoria, KS; and five grandchildren, Landon, Brielle, Ruhiyyih, Samira, and Leon Brungardt.

Leon was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Mildred, two brothers, Steve and Mark, and one brother-in-law, Tom Yunker.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, September 24, at 11 am, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Walker KS.

(PS: In honor of&nbsp; Leon's preferred style, you're welcome to come in tie-dye.)

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 </figure>Leon Brungardt, age 67, died peacefully, surrounded by family on May 20, 2022, in the home of his son in Wichita, KS, after a short but courageous battle with cancer.Leon was born on December 1, 1954, in Hays, KS, to Paul and Mildred Brungardt, and raised in Victoria, KS. He graduated from Victoria High School (Class of 1972) and Ft. Hays State University. Leon retired from a career in construction and woodworking.Leon enjoyed life to its fullest. He loved his family and friends and was happiest when being of service to others. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading, playing scrabble, and was often found just relaxing.Survivors include two sons, Aaron (Mikala), and Jared (Nettie), both of Wichita, KS; four sisters Carol (Chris) Cowger, Topeka, KS; Lois Yunker, Munjor, KS; Wanda (Ron Staab) Brungardt, Victoria, KS; and Paula (Patrick) Zwenger, Victoria, KS; and five grandchildren, Landon, Brielle, Ruhiyyih, Samira, and Leon Brungardt.Leon was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Mildred, two brothers, Steve and Mark, and one brother-in-law, Tom Yunker.A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, September 24, at 11 am, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Walker KS.(PS: In honor of&nbsp; Leon's preferred style, you're welcome to come in tie-dye.)

Leon Brungardt

Janet Ruth (Werner) Malpert, 84, of Lindsborg passed away peacefully,
 Tuesday, September 13th, at Salina Regional Health Center. &nbsp;&nbsp;Janet was 
born on a farm southeast of Deshler, NE on April 2, 1938, to Albert and 
Esther (Kahle) Werner. She was baptized at Peace Lutheran Church in 
Deshler, NE, on April 17th, 1938, by the Rev. Fred Schwerin.

She attended District 86 and Peace Lutheran Parochial School. On June
 3, 1951, she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Peace Lutheran 
Church by the Reverend R.H. Riensche. Janet attended Deshler High 
School, graduating in 1955 as valedictorian. She attended Wartburg 
College in Waverly, IA receiving her teaching certificate in 1957. She 
also attended the University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

Janet taught kindergarten, band, and choir at Ruskin (NE) Public 
School. While there, she was instrumental in getting the school’s first 
band uniforms.

On February 14, 1959, Janet married Darrell Malpert at Peace Lutheran
 Church by Pastor Erwin Janssen. To this union, three daughters were 
born, Dawn, Avona and Meredith. The couple made their first home in 
Hebron, Nebraska where Darrell was a pharmacist at Christensen Drug. 
They later moved to Clarinda, Iowa for eight years. In 1969, she and 
Darrell purchased Higdon Drug Store in Goodland, Kansas. Janet worked as
 part of Malpert Drug Company for the next 28 years until Darrell’s 
retirement in 1997 when the pharmacy closed and the business became 
Jan’s Hallmark. Throughout their years in Goodland, the family enjoyed 
many weekends at the lake, boating and picnicking with family and 
friends. After her retirement in 2001, the couple moved to Lindsborg, 
Kansas. During retirement, the couple enjoyed travelling, especially 
spending winter months in Green Valley, AZ.

Throughout her life, Janet had many interests. She was involved in 
4-H as a leader in all communities she lived and active in her 
children’s activities.

She was a talented singer and musician. She gave piano lessons after 
school and provided special music at many events. Janet was an active 
member of the Goodland Federated Music Club. She also directed various 
church choirs including a high school youth choir “The Good Life 
Singers” which travelled to various congregations in several states, 
spreading the Good News.

Janet was very active in church work including teaching Sunday 
School, Bible School, Bible study groups and serving many offices for 
the Tri State Conference in the ALCW. She attended many ALC/ELCA 
national conventions as a delegate and served on the Central District 
Church Council.

She enjoyed history and genealogy. Janet researched and complied 
family histories and was instrumental in family reunions. Janet was also
 interested in Native American History and worked at the Navaho Lutheran
 Mission in Arizona. She presented many programs telling the Navaho 
story.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Esther Werner,
 her father and mother in-law, John and Carrie Malpert, Stepfather, 
Marvin Malpert, &nbsp;sister-in-laws, Jane Malpert and Jan Werner, and 
brother-in-law, Kenneth Malpert

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Darrell of Lindsborg, Ks 
and their three daughters, Dawn (Kendal) Rohr of Canton, KS, Avona 
(Scott) Wennihan of Columbus, NE, Meredith (Wayne) Pohlmann of Deshler, 
NE, brother Ronald Werner of Poplar Grove, IL and brother and sister 
in-law, Merlin and Barbara Malpert of Nice, MO. She was a proud 
grandparent to Bret (Zoe) and Scott (Tiffany) Rohr, Miranda (Todd) 
Jackson, Whitney (AJ) Bayerl, Emily Pohlmann, Megan (Zach) Mason, Jared 
(Cheyanna) and Ragan Pohlmann, fourteen great-grandchildren, many 
friends, and relatives.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday October 8, 2022, at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Lindsborg, KS. Burial will be at a later date in Deshler, NE.

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 </figure>Janet Ruth (Werner) Malpert, 84, of Lindsborg passed away peacefully,
 Tuesday, September 13th, at Salina Regional Health Center. &nbsp;&nbsp;Janet was 
born on a farm southeast of Deshler, NE on April 2, 1938, to Albert and 
Esther (Kahle) Werner. She was baptized at Peace Lutheran Church in 
Deshler, NE, on April 17th, 1938, by the Rev. Fred Schwerin.She attended District 86 and Peace Lutheran Parochial School. On June
 3, 1951, she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Peace Lutheran 
Church by the Reverend R.H. Riensche. Janet attended Deshler High 
School, graduating in 1955 as valedictorian. She attended Wartburg 
College in Waverly, IA receiving her teaching certificate in 1957. She 
also attended the University of Nebraska, Lincoln.Janet taught kindergarten, band, and choir at Ruskin (NE) Public 
School. While there, she was instrumental in getting the school’s first 
band uniforms.On February 14, 1959, Janet married Darrell Malpert at Peace Lutheran
 Church by Pastor Erwin Janssen. To this union, three daughters were 
born, Dawn, Avona and Meredith. The couple made their first home in 
Hebron, Nebraska where Darrell was a pharmacist at Christensen Drug. 
They later moved to Clarinda, Iowa for eight years. In 1969, she and 
Darrell purchased Higdon Drug Store in Goodland, Kansas. Janet worked as
 part of Malpert Drug Company for the next 28 years until Darrell’s 
retirement in 1997 when the pharmacy closed and the business became 
Jan’s Hallmark. Throughout their years in Goodland, the family enjoyed 
many weekends at the lake, boating and picnicking with family and 
friends. After her retirement in 2001, the couple moved to Lindsborg, 
Kansas. During retirement, the couple enjoyed travelling, especially 
spending winter months in Green Valley, AZ.Throughout her life, Janet had many interests. She was involved in 
4-H as a leader in all communities she lived and active in her 
children’s activities.She was a talented singer and musician. She gave piano lessons after 
school and provided special music at many events. Janet was an active 
member of the Goodland Federated Music Club. She also directed various 
church choirs including a high school youth choir “The Good Life 
Singers” which travelled to various congregations in several states, 
spreading the Good News.Janet was very active in church work including teaching Sunday 
School, Bible School, Bible study groups and serving many offices for 
the Tri State Conference in the ALCW. She attended many ALC/ELCA 
national conventions as a delegate and served on the Central District 
Church Council.She enjoyed history and genealogy. Janet researched and complied 
family histories and was instrumental in family reunions. Janet was also
 interested in Native American History and worked at the Navaho Lutheran
 Mission in Arizona. She presented many programs telling the Navaho 
story.Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Esther Werner,
 her father and mother in-law, John and Carrie Malpert, Stepfather, 
Marvin Malpert, &nbsp;sister-in-laws, Jane Malpert and Jan Werner, and 
brother-in-law, Kenneth MalpertShe is survived by her husband of 63 years, Darrell of Lindsborg, Ks 
and their three daughters, Dawn (Kendal) Rohr of Canton, KS, Avona 
(Scott) Wennihan of Columbus, NE, Meredith (Wayne) Pohlmann of Deshler, 
NE, brother Ronald Werner of Poplar Grove, IL and brother and sister 
in-law, Merlin and Barbara Malpert of Nice, MO. She was a proud 
grandparent to Bret (Zoe) and Scott (Tiffany) Rohr, Miranda (Todd) 
Jackson, Whitney (AJ) Bayerl, Emily Pohlmann, Megan (Zach) Mason, Jared 
(Cheyanna) and Ragan Pohlmann, fourteen great-grandchildren, many 
friends, and relatives.A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday October 8, 2022, at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Lindsborg, KS. Burial will be at a later date in Deshler, NE.

Janet Ruth (Werner) Malpert

Philip Alan Schreiber, 71, passed away September 21, 2022, at his home in Larned.

He was born February 13, 1951, in Great Bend, the son of Elmer Leon and Mildred L. Fairchild Schreiber.

A lifetime area resident, raised on a farm south of Larned, he was a 
member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned.&nbsp; He was an Activity 
Therapist at Larned State Hospital and later a Para Educator for USD 
495. He enjoyed yardwork and gardening, running, attending his children 
and grandchildren’s activities, and spending time with family.

On December 3, 1977, he married Ann Vratil in Larned; she survives.

Other survivors include: two daughters, Stefanie (Cody) Turner, 
Wamego, Emily (Michael) Racette, Larned; six grandchildren, Savannah 
Racette, Brayson Bird, Camden Bird, Kennedy Bird, Dalton Turner, Adreana
 Turner; and his loyal companion, Sandy.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; step father, Bill Hanshew; 
brother, Eldon Schreiber; two step brothers, Dudley Hanshew, and Dean 
Hanshew.

Memorial mass will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Bernard Felix presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2022, at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. 
Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Larned Recreation Commission in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Philip Alan Schreiber, 71, passed away September 21, 2022, at his home in Larned.He was born February 13, 1951, in Great Bend, the son of Elmer Leon and Mildred L. Fairchild Schreiber.A lifetime area resident, raised on a farm south of Larned, he was a 
member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned.&nbsp; He was an Activity 
Therapist at Larned State Hospital and later a Para Educator for USD 
495. He enjoyed yardwork and gardening, running, attending his children 
and grandchildren’s activities, and spending time with family.On December 3, 1977, he married Ann Vratil in Larned; she survives.Other survivors include: two daughters, Stefanie (Cody) Turner, 
Wamego, Emily (Michael) Racette, Larned; six grandchildren, Savannah 
Racette, Brayson Bird, Camden Bird, Kennedy Bird, Dalton Turner, Adreana
 Turner; and his loyal companion, Sandy.He was preceded in death by: his parents; step father, Bill Hanshew; 
brother, Eldon Schreiber; two step brothers, Dudley Hanshew, and Dean 
Hanshew.Memorial mass will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father Bernard Felix presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2022, at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. 
Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Larned Recreation Commission in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Philip Alan Schreiber

Robert Allen Prentice, age 85, passed away Monday, September 12, 2022 at Highlands Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska. He was born April 6, 1937 in Mullen, Nebraska to Robert B. and Elsie A. Prentice. He attended high school in Mullen and graduated in 1956. He ranched on the original Prentice homestead north of Mullen and had a meat processing business for many years to supplement the family income.

On July 3, 1970, he married Bonnie L. Vargason, becoming a father to Allen Vargason. To this union were born two daughters, Melanie Lee in 1971, and Michele Lynn in 1973.

He leased the Fay Reigle ranch for several years and managed both places with long trips between the two with cattle and machinery.

In October 1995, the couple moved to Mullen and Robert worked at the COOP for fifteen years before retiring.

He was a wonderful, loving husband and father. He always made time to spend with family, and they enjoyed many fishing and camping trips.&nbsp; Many seasons of haying labor were made as a family unit as well. &nbsp;Some of Robert’s hobbies included making marble boards, playing cards, and he also volunteered as a guide for the Sharptail Shootout. Robert thoroughly enjoyed having his numerous nieces and nephews come stay at the ranch. Robert was a very compassionate and humble man with high expectations. He was always concerned about others’ comfort and happiness before his own.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife Bonnie of Alliance, Nebraska; son Allen and Nancy Vargason of Lincoln, Nebraska; daughter Melanie and Mario Aguilera of Scott City, Kansas; daughter Michele Prentice of Newcastle, Wyoming; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also survived by his twin sisters, Mildred Szwanek of Mullen, NE and Myra Fackler of Wellfleet, Ne.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and one sister.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, September 24 at 2:00 pm MT at Cedarview Cemetery in Mullen, a luncheon for family and friends will be held prior to the service at noon MT at the Hooker County Ag Building located at the Fairgrounds in Mullen.

The Family of Robert Prentice 518 W 12th St Apt 1 Alliance, Nebraska 69301

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 </figure>Robert Allen Prentice, age 85, passed away Monday, September 12, 2022 at Highlands Park Care Center in Alliance, Nebraska. He was born April 6, 1937 in Mullen, Nebraska to Robert B. and Elsie A. Prentice. He attended high school in Mullen and graduated in 1956. He ranched on the original Prentice homestead north of Mullen and had a meat processing business for many years to supplement the family income.On July 3, 1970, he married Bonnie L. Vargason, becoming a father to Allen Vargason. To this union were born two daughters, Melanie Lee in 1971, and Michele Lynn in 1973.He leased the Fay Reigle ranch for several years and managed both places with long trips between the two with cattle and machinery.In October 1995, the couple moved to Mullen and Robert worked at the COOP for fifteen years before retiring.He was a wonderful, loving husband and father. He always made time to spend with family, and they enjoyed many fishing and camping trips.&nbsp; Many seasons of haying labor were made as a family unit as well. &nbsp;Some of Robert’s hobbies included making marble boards, playing cards, and he also volunteered as a guide for the Sharptail Shootout. Robert thoroughly enjoyed having his numerous nieces and nephews come stay at the ranch. Robert was a very compassionate and humble man with high expectations. He was always concerned about others’ comfort and happiness before his own.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Bonnie of Alliance, Nebraska; son Allen and Nancy Vargason of Lincoln, Nebraska; daughter Melanie and Mario Aguilera of Scott City, Kansas; daughter Michele Prentice of Newcastle, Wyoming; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also survived by his twin sisters, Mildred Szwanek of Mullen, NE and Myra Fackler of Wellfleet, Ne.He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and one sister.Graveside services will be held on Saturday, September 24 at 2:00 pm MT at Cedarview Cemetery in Mullen, a luncheon for family and friends will be held prior to the service at noon MT at the Hooker County Ag Building located at the Fairgrounds in Mullen.Memorials may be sent to:The Family of Robert Prentice 518 W 12th St Apt 1 Alliance, Nebraska 69301

Robert Prentice (1937-2022)

Shirley Ann (Davis) Cochran, 80, of Pampa, TX died Monday, August 15, 2022.&nbsp;

Shirley was born October 7, 1941, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, the daughter of Beuren F. and Lela E. (Carpenter) Davis.  She attended Chickasha public schools as well as OCW in Chickasha.  Shirley sewed for several years including costumes for the Madrigal Ball held at Fort Hays State University, making her own patterns.  She was an awesome cook as well as a great seamstress and sewed for whoever needed clothing made, she also babysat several kids.&nbsp;

 She married Pete D. “Sonny” Cochran April 15, 1961, in Chickasha, Oklahoma.  Shirley was a loving mother, kind and caring, but you did not want to touch her glass of tea while collecting glasses and dishes for washing.   She devoted her life in being a wonderful housewife, raising her own 4 children while taking care of others while their parents worked.  She also spent hours sewing for others.   She loved sewing, embroidery, and crocheting.  Her and Pete bought Franklin Crafts in Hays, Kansas which she sold prior to moving back to Oklahoma.  She also served as a Brownie and Girl Scout, Cub Scout, and Boy Scout leader.

Her faith was beyond measure as Shirley had full faith in the Lord.  She was saved at around the age of 14 and baptized in her mid-30s. 

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and a brother Sam Davis.

Survivors include her children, Kim (and Butch) Hendrix of Indiana, Mike (and Laurie) Cochran, Chris (and Christine) Cochran all of Kansas, and Barry Cochran, of Texas; grandchildren, Haley, Allison, Trey, Avery and Alex; step-grandchildren, Jeff and Steph; great-grandchildren, Kaycie, Spencer and Casper; step- great-grandchildren, Lexi, Kylie, Chase, Bradley and Logan; her sister, Karen (and Bobby) Smith of Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Juanita (and James “Chief”) Cook all of Oklahoma; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 22, at 10 a.m. at Fairlawn Cemetery, Chickasha, Oklahoma.

Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

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 </figure>Shirley Ann (Davis) Cochran, 80, of Pampa, TX died Monday, August 15, 2022.&nbsp;Shirley was born October 7, 1941, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, the daughter of Beuren F. and Lela E. (Carpenter) Davis. She attended Chickasha public schools as well as OCW in Chickasha. Shirley sewed for several years including costumes for the Madrigal Ball held at Fort Hays State University, making her own patterns. She was an awesome cook as well as a great seamstress and sewed for whoever needed clothing made, she also babysat several kids.&nbsp; She married Pete D. “Sonny” Cochran April 15, 1961, in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Shirley was a loving mother, kind and caring, but you did not want to touch her glass of tea while collecting glasses and dishes for washing. She devoted her life in being a wonderful housewife, raising her own 4 children while taking care of others while their parents worked. She also spent hours sewing for others. She loved sewing, embroidery, and crocheting. Her and Pete bought Franklin Crafts in Hays, Kansas which she sold prior to moving back to Oklahoma. She also served as a Brownie and Girl Scout, Cub Scout, and Boy Scout leader.Her faith was beyond measure as Shirley had full faith in the Lord. She was saved at around the age of 14 and baptized in her mid-30s. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and a brother Sam Davis.Survivors include her children, Kim (and Butch) Hendrix of Indiana, Mike (and Laurie) Cochran, Chris (and Christine) Cochran all of Kansas, and Barry Cochran, of Texas; grandchildren, Haley, Allison, Trey, Avery and Alex; step-grandchildren, Jeff and Steph; great-grandchildren, Kaycie, Spencer and Casper; step- great-grandchildren, Lexi, Kylie, Chase, Bradley and Logan; her sister, Karen (and Bobby) Smith of Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Juanita (and James “Chief”) Cook all of Oklahoma; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 22, at 10 a.m. at Fairlawn Cemetery, Chickasha, Oklahoma.Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Shirley Ann (Davis) Cochran

Jane C. Verhage, 82, formerly of Downs, passed away September 21, 2022.  She was born in Los Angeles, CA on March 26, 1940, the daughter of Carrol and Olive (Hockaday) Thompson.

She is preceded in death by her husband, George R. Verhage in 1978.

She is survived by step-children:  Richard (Dick) Verhage, Paul Verhage, Margaret Verhage, all of Lawrence and Tom Verhage of Schertz, TX.

Graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 28, 2002, at 10:30 a.m. at the Downs Cemetery

Visitation: Tuesday, September 27, 2022, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Domoney Funeral Home

Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer's Association, Downs Swimming Pool, and Downs EMT Service in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS  67437

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 </figure>Jane C. Verhage, 82, formerly of Downs, passed away September 21, 2022. She was born in Los Angeles, CA on March 26, 1940, the daughter of Carrol and Olive (Hockaday) Thompson.She is preceded in death by her husband, George R. Verhage in 1978.She is survived by step-children: Richard (Dick) Verhage, Paul Verhage, Margaret Verhage, all of Lawrence and Tom Verhage of Schertz, TX.Graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 28, 2002, at 10:30 a.m. at the Downs CemeteryVisitation: Tuesday, September 27, 2022, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Domoney Funeral HomeMemorials may be given to the Alzheimer's Association, Downs Swimming Pool, and Downs EMT Service in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437

Jane C. Verhage

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Keith Scott Wieck, 66, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, CO.

Keith was born on November 6, 1955, in Goodland to Bob and Shirley (Johnson) Wieck. &nbsp;He attended school in Goodland and graduated with the Class of 1974.

While in school, Keith played football and wrestled. &nbsp;He took first place in his weight class in State Competition his senior year. &nbsp;After graduation, he went to work in Construction and then he and his dad started Wieck and Wieck Construction Company, which he worked at for many years.

He certainly loved his nieces, and spent much time with them camping, hunting and fishing. &nbsp;He was called Uncle Keith by many of his nieces friends.

Preceding him in death were his father, his grandparents, and man<a></a>y aunts, uncles and cousins.

He leaves to mourn his mother Shirley of Goodland, KS, his brother Randy Wieck of St. Francis, KS and his sister Shelly (Brian) Bellamy of Sharon Springs, KS; five nieces, one nephew, two aunts and many cousins.

Memorial services will be held on&nbsp;Thursday,&nbsp;September&nbsp;29, 2022, at 3:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with Pastor&nbsp;Brent Flanders&nbsp;officiating.

Memorial contributions may be designated to Northwest Kansas Hospice Services and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences to the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

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 </figure>Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Keith Scott Wieck, 66, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at the Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, CO.Keith was born on November 6, 1955, in Goodland to Bob and Shirley (Johnson) Wieck. &nbsp;He attended school in Goodland and graduated with the Class of 1974.While in school, Keith played football and wrestled. &nbsp;He took first place in his weight class in State Competition his senior year. &nbsp;After graduation, he went to work in Construction and then he and his dad started Wieck and Wieck Construction Company, which he worked at for many years.He certainly loved his nieces, and spent much time with them camping, hunting and fishing. &nbsp;He was called Uncle Keith by many of his nieces friends.Preceding him in death were his father, his grandparents, and man<a></a>y aunts, uncles and cousins.He leaves to mourn his mother Shirley of Goodland, KS, his brother Randy Wieck of St. Francis, KS and his sister Shelly (Brian) Bellamy of Sharon Springs, KS; five nieces, one nephew, two aunts and many cousins.He will be missed by all.Memorial services will be held on&nbsp;Thursday,&nbsp;September&nbsp;29, 2022, at 3:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with Pastor&nbsp;Brent Flanders&nbsp;officiating.Memorial contributions may be designated to Northwest Kansas Hospice Services and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences to the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Keith S. Wieck

Joyce C. Carlton was born June 11, 1951, in Oberlin, KS to 
William Herbert and Nelda L. (Rhodes) Vaughn. She passed away September 
20, 2022, at Hays Medical Center at the age of 71.

Joyce grew 
up in Jennings, KS and graduated from Jennings High School. She married 
Steve C. Carlton on July 11, 1970, in Dresden, KS. Joyce owned the 
Frontier Restaurant for many years. Owning a restaurant was the perfect 
job for her because she loved cooking. She also enjoyed helping others, 
visiting with family and friends, going to casinos, and playing bingo.

Joyce
 was preceded in death by her parents, William and Nelda; sister, Wilma 
Keith; brother-in-law, Ed McKenna; father-in-law, Clair Carlton, and 
sister-in-law, Cindy Connolly. She is survived by her husband, Steve of 
Oberlin; children: Brad Carlton of Lincoln, NE, Scott Carlton of 
Oberlin, KS and Melissa Carlton of Oberlin, KS; siblings, Gloria McKenna
 of Colby, KS and Gary (Judy) Vaughn of Henderson, CO; grandchildren: 
Hayden Vick and Samantha and Kramer Wrinkles, and great grandchildren, 
Zoey and Arden Wrinkles.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 am 
Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the Oberlin Cemetery. Visitation will be
 from 12-7:00 pm Friday, September 23, at the funeral home with the 
family greeting guests from 5-7 pm. 

Memorial contributions may be made 
to the Joyce Carlton Memorial Fund and sent in care of Pauls Funeral 
Home, 121 N Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com

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 </figure>Joyce C. Carlton was born June 11, 1951, in Oberlin, KS to 
William Herbert and Nelda L. (Rhodes) Vaughn. She passed away September 
20, 2022, at Hays Medical Center at the age of 71.Joyce grew 
up in Jennings, KS and graduated from Jennings High School. She married 
Steve C. Carlton on July 11, 1970, in Dresden, KS. Joyce owned the 
Frontier Restaurant for many years. Owning a restaurant was the perfect 
job for her because she loved cooking. She also enjoyed helping others, 
visiting with family and friends, going to casinos, and playing bingo.Joyce
 was preceded in death by her parents, William and Nelda; sister, Wilma 
Keith; brother-in-law, Ed McKenna; father-in-law, Clair Carlton, and 
sister-in-law, Cindy Connolly. She is survived by her husband, Steve of 
Oberlin; children: Brad Carlton of Lincoln, NE, Scott Carlton of 
Oberlin, KS and Melissa Carlton of Oberlin, KS; siblings, Gloria McKenna
 of Colby, KS and Gary (Judy) Vaughn of Henderson, CO; grandchildren: 
Hayden Vick and Samantha and Kramer Wrinkles, and great grandchildren, 
Zoey and Arden Wrinkles.Graveside services will be held 11:00 am 
Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the Oberlin Cemetery. Visitation will be
 from 12-7:00 pm Friday, September 23, at the funeral home with the 
family greeting guests from 5-7 pm. Memorial contributions may be made 
to the Joyce Carlton Memorial Fund and sent in care of Pauls Funeral 
Home, 121 N Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com

Joyce Colleen Carlton

On Monday, September 19th, 2022, Stormy Desiray Rogers passed away at
 Hays Medical Center, Hays, Ks., due to an ongoing battle with kidney 
disease.&nbsp; She was 44 years old. She was ushered into heaven by a host of
 Gods servants, she went peacefully.

Stormy was born on October 14th, 1977, to George Arthur 
and Joyce Marie (Morrison) Windham in Sanford, N.C.&nbsp; She lived in 
various states including North Carolina, Kansas, and Oklahoma throughout
 her life’s journey. She married Joseph Wayne Rogers on March 24, 2018, 
in Lacrosse, Ks. Stormy gave birth to her only child, her son, Royal 
Odense Roger at Hays Medical Center on December 3, 2018.

Stormy was a Christian and loved Jesus very much.&nbsp; She loved arts 
&amp; crafts, animals, Winnie the Pooh, dolphins and little children.&nbsp; 
She also loved country music, hanging out with friends and dancing.&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Wayne Rogers; her 
mother-in-law; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.&nbsp; A special mention to
 her best-friend, Carey Lee for being a forever childhood friend. She 
was preceded in death by her father and mother, George Arthur and Joyce 
Marie Windham; her brother, Robert Earl Morrison; and her beloved son, 
Royal Odense Rogers.&nbsp;

Her Celebration of Life is scheduled for Saturday, October 15th,
 2022, at First Street Church, 601 E. First, Hoisington, Ks. at 11:00 
a.m.&nbsp; Luncheon to be served after service. 

Memorials may be directed to 
the Stormy Rogers Memorial Fund, in care of First Street Church of God, 
601 E. First, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>On Monday, September 19th, 2022, Stormy Desiray Rogers passed away at
 Hays Medical Center, Hays, Ks., due to an ongoing battle with kidney 
disease.&nbsp; She was 44 years old. She was ushered into heaven by a host of
 Gods servants, she went peacefully.Stormy was born on October 14th, 1977, to George Arthur 
and Joyce Marie (Morrison) Windham in Sanford, N.C.&nbsp; She lived in 
various states including North Carolina, Kansas, and Oklahoma throughout
 her life’s journey. She married Joseph Wayne Rogers on March 24, 2018, 
in Lacrosse, Ks. Stormy gave birth to her only child, her son, Royal 
Odense Roger at Hays Medical Center on December 3, 2018.Stormy was a Christian and loved Jesus very much.&nbsp; She loved arts 
&amp; crafts, animals, Winnie the Pooh, dolphins and little children.&nbsp; 
She also loved country music, hanging out with friends and dancing.&nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Joseph Wayne Rogers; her 
mother-in-law; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.&nbsp; A special mention to
 her best-friend, Carey Lee for being a forever childhood friend. She 
was preceded in death by her father and mother, George Arthur and Joyce 
Marie Windham; her brother, Robert Earl Morrison; and her beloved son, 
Royal Odense Rogers.&nbsp;Her Celebration of Life is scheduled for Saturday, October 15th,
 2022, at First Street Church, 601 E. First, Hoisington, Ks. at 11:00 
a.m.&nbsp; Luncheon to be served after service. Memorials may be directed to 
the Stormy Rogers Memorial Fund, in care of First Street Church of God, 
601 E. First, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Stormy Desiray Rogers

Ryan M. Wilson, 38, passed away September 21, 2022, in Dodge City, Kansas.

He was born January 12, 1984, in Dodge City, KS, the son of Ronald N. 
Wilson and Debbie Pfaff Wright.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was an 
engineer.

He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, KS.&nbsp; Ryan
 attended Bethany College, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s and 
played football. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved spending time 
with his children.

On July 28, 2007, he married Jordan Lonnberg in Jetmore, KS.&nbsp; They later divorced.

Survivors include: father, Ron (Paula) Wilson, Jetmore, KS; mother, 
Debbie (Marty) Wright, Council Grove, KS; son, Alec Wilson, of the home;
 daughter, Brynn Wilson, of the home; brother, Rustin Wilson, Jetmore, 
KS; sister, Robin (Brian) Beil, Jetmore, KS; step siblings, Lee (Alisha)
 Wehkamp, Matt Wehkamp, both of Ingalls, KS and Lindsay (Hayden) Borth, 
Wichita, KS; three nieces, Shaylei, Malynn, Ashlynn and step niece and 
nephew, Maverick and Rylee.

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 </figure>Ryan M. Wilson, 38, passed away September 21, 2022, in Dodge City, Kansas.He was born January 12, 1984, in Dodge City, KS, the son of Ronald N. 
Wilson and Debbie Pfaff Wright.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was an 
engineer.He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, KS.&nbsp; Ryan
 attended Bethany College, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s and 
played football. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved spending time 
with his children.On July 28, 2007, he married Jordan Lonnberg in Jetmore, KS.&nbsp; They later divorced.Survivors include: father, Ron (Paula) Wilson, Jetmore, KS; mother, 
Debbie (Marty) Wright, Council Grove, KS; son, Alec Wilson, of the home;
 daughter, Brynn Wilson, of the home; brother, Rustin Wilson, Jetmore, 
KS; sister, Robin (Brian) Beil, Jetmore, KS; step siblings, Lee (Alisha)
 Wehkamp, Matt Wehkamp, both of Ingalls, KS and Lindsay (Hayden) Borth, 
Wichita, KS; three nieces, Shaylei, Malynn, Ashlynn and step niece and 
nephew, Maverick and Rylee.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, September 26, 2022, at United 
Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, KS with Rev. Mark Durham presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Beckwith Funeral 
Home, Jetmore, KS.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, 
KS.Memorials may be given to the Ryan Wilson Children’s Educational Fund
 in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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