Joe Rholand Ward Jr., age 59 of Hays, Kansas passed away September 20, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. He was born April 14, 1963, in Hays to Joe Rholand Ward and Patricia (Felten) Ward. He was a 1981 Hays High School graduate and attended Fort Hays State University.

Joe spent numerous years in management with McDonald's in Russell, Kansas, and corporate McDonald's stores in Texas. Years later, Joe relocated to Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to the Cherokee Indian Nation, a proud heritage he treasured, there he held the position as a adolescent counselor.

Joe's closest companions were his two dogs; Buddy and Baby Girl. Joe was exceptionally talented in the art of making flutes, bows/arrows, and Cherokee Indian beading. He enjoyed nature and the outdoors.

He is survived by a sister, Karen Munsch and husband Bob, Schoenchen, Kansas, one uncle, Pete (Fritz) Felten, Hays,&nbsp;a stepdaughter, Stephanie Jacobs and husband Anthony, Emporia, Kansas, two step grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Terry Lee Stegman and stepson Jason Ickier.

Graveside services will be 1:00 pm&nbsp; Sunday, September 25, 2022, at Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice-Hays Medical Center and may be sent in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;

Condolences may be sent to the family by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchaples.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchaples.com</a>&nbsp;or emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Joe Rholand Ward Jr., age 59 of Hays, Kansas passed away September 20, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. He was born April 14, 1963, in Hays to Joe Rholand Ward and Patricia (Felten) Ward. He was a 1981 Hays High School graduate and attended Fort Hays State University.Joe spent numerous years in management with McDonald's in Russell, Kansas, and corporate McDonald's stores in Texas. Years later, Joe relocated to Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to the Cherokee Indian Nation, a proud heritage he treasured, there he held the position as a adolescent counselor.Joe's closest companions were his two dogs; Buddy and Baby Girl. Joe was exceptionally talented in the art of making flutes, bows/arrows, and Cherokee Indian beading. He enjoyed nature and the outdoors.He is survived by a sister, Karen Munsch and husband Bob, Schoenchen, Kansas, one uncle, Pete (Fritz) Felten, Hays,&nbsp;a stepdaughter, Stephanie Jacobs and husband Anthony, Emporia, Kansas, two step grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Terry Lee Stegman and stepson Jason Ickier.Graveside services will be 1:00 pm&nbsp; Sunday, September 25, 2022, at Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice-Hays Medical Center and may be sent in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;Condolences may be sent to the family by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchaples.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchaples.com</a>&nbsp;or emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Joe Rholand Ward Jr.

On July 16, 1952, Vicki Diane Clark was born, the daughter of 
Lawrence Jr. and Mildred Clark. She was the youngest of their six 
children. Vicki grew up riding horses, milking cows, and hauling hay.

Vicki’s
 passion has always been children, her own children, grandchildren, and 
great-grandchildren. Church has always been important, even before 
becoming “the pastor’s wife.” Her ministry in church was focused on 
children – children’s choir director, teaching Sunday school, vacation 
bible school and working with youth groups.

Her calling
 was intercessory prayer. She prayed with people and for people. She 
talked about Jesus to anyone who was important to her, including those 
serving in restaurants. And she would quote scripture. She often quoted 3
 John 1:4, “I have no greater joy than to know that my children walk in 
truth.”

Her career was Early Childhood Education – 
working mostly with Head Start Programs. She worked for NEK-CAP, SEK-CAP
 and as a consultant for Dayna International. Regardless of the job or 
project she was working on, the intent was to provide an environment 
where children could have the courage and confidence to be themselves 
while respecting others.

Vicki lived in the house she 
was born in until she married the love of her life, Bob Whitaker. During
 the 53 years of marriage, they lived in 20 different houses, home is 
truly where the heart is. And her heart was given to Jesus, to her 
family and friends, to the church, and to Head Start. So, wherever she 
was, she was at home.

Vicki enjoyed life, from a tree 
swing and tin barn roof for a slipper slide to holding great grandkids 
while in a wheelchair. Vicki lived. Vicki worked. Vicki played, even 
gaining the name “the grandma who plays.” But most of all Vicki loved.

She
 walked with Jesus daily and on September 18, 2022, they were closer to 
His house. So, she went home with Jesus. Praise God, there is victory in
 Jesus.&nbsp; And now through faith in Jesus, she is in that blissful place 
of perfect love, home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her three siblings: Joan Buttler, Phillip Clark and Charles Clark.

Vicki
 is survived by her husband Bob, of the home; her daughters, Julie 
(Larry) Myers, of Manhattan, and Amber (Konrad) Coe, of Soldier, KS; 
also her grandchildren: Leah Windmeyer, of Kansas City, KS, Brett (Ela) 
Roes, of Rapid City, SD, Rachelle (Aaron) Bean, of Waldo, KS, Kelsey 
(Derrick) Allen, of Soldier, KS, Lance Coe, of Soldier, KS; five 
great-grandkids: Bastian Reynolds-Roes, Braely Roes, Theodore “Theo” 
Bean, Dane Allen, and Judson “Judd” Bean; and also her siblings, Carole 
(Don) Haun, of Fall River, KS and Bill (Karen) Clark, of Fredonia, KS.

Memorial
 services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday September 23, 2022 at the 
College Avenue United Methodist Church, 1609 College Avenue in 
Manhattan, with Rev. Kay Scarbrough officiating.  Private Inurnment will
 be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers the family
 suggest memorial contributions in memory of Vicki to the Good Shepherd 
Homecare and Hospice House Inc. in Manhattan. 

 Contributions may be sent
 in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz 
Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>On July 16, 1952, Vicki Diane Clark was born, the daughter of 
Lawrence Jr. and Mildred Clark. She was the youngest of their six 
children. Vicki grew up riding horses, milking cows, and hauling hay.Vicki’s
 passion has always been children, her own children, grandchildren, and 
great-grandchildren. Church has always been important, even before 
becoming “the pastor’s wife.” Her ministry in church was focused on 
children – children’s choir director, teaching Sunday school, vacation 
bible school and working with youth groups.Her calling
 was intercessory prayer. She prayed with people and for people. She 
talked about Jesus to anyone who was important to her, including those 
serving in restaurants. And she would quote scripture. She often quoted 3
 John 1:4, “I have no greater joy than to know that my children walk in 
truth.”Her career was Early Childhood Education – 
working mostly with Head Start Programs. She worked for NEK-CAP, SEK-CAP
 and as a consultant for Dayna International. Regardless of the job or 
project she was working on, the intent was to provide an environment 
where children could have the courage and confidence to be themselves 
while respecting others.Vicki lived in the house she 
was born in until she married the love of her life, Bob Whitaker. During
 the 53 years of marriage, they lived in 20 different houses, home is 
truly where the heart is. And her heart was given to Jesus, to her 
family and friends, to the church, and to Head Start. So, wherever she 
was, she was at home.Vicki enjoyed life, from a tree 
swing and tin barn roof for a slipper slide to holding great grandkids 
while in a wheelchair. Vicki lived. Vicki worked. Vicki played, even 
gaining the name “the grandma who plays.” But most of all Vicki loved.She
 walked with Jesus daily and on September 18, 2022, they were closer to 
His house. So, she went home with Jesus. Praise God, there is victory in
 Jesus.&nbsp; And now through faith in Jesus, she is in that blissful place 
of perfect love, home.She was preceded in death by her parents, and her three siblings: Joan Buttler, Phillip Clark and Charles Clark.Vicki
 is survived by her husband Bob, of the home; her daughters, Julie 
(Larry) Myers, of Manhattan, and Amber (Konrad) Coe, of Soldier, KS; 
also her grandchildren: Leah Windmeyer, of Kansas City, KS, Brett (Ela) 
Roes, of Rapid City, SD, Rachelle (Aaron) Bean, of Waldo, KS, Kelsey 
(Derrick) Allen, of Soldier, KS, Lance Coe, of Soldier, KS; five 
great-grandkids: Bastian Reynolds-Roes, Braely Roes, Theodore “Theo” 
Bean, Dane Allen, and Judson “Judd” Bean; and also her siblings, Carole 
(Don) Haun, of Fall River, KS and Bill (Karen) Clark, of Fredonia, KS.Memorial
 services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday September 23, 2022 at the 
College Avenue United Methodist Church, 1609 College Avenue in 
Manhattan, with Rev. Kay Scarbrough officiating. Private Inurnment will
 be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers the family
 suggest memorial contributions in memory of Vicki to the Good Shepherd 
Homecare and Hospice House Inc. in Manhattan. Contributions may be sent
 in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz 
Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Vicki D. Whitaker

May 23, 1938
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 20, 2022

An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Lillian-Mae-Koger?obId=25931902#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>May 23, 1938
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 20, 2022An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Lillian-Mae-Koger?obId=25931902#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Lillian Mae Koger

Leon Joseph Klug, 86, passed away September 20, 2022, at Kansas Heart
 Hospital, Wichita, Kan.&nbsp; He was born December 28, 1935, in rural 
Redwing, Kan., to Julius and Matilda (Boor) Klug. Leon married Lois 
Louise Schremmer October 3, 1956, in Beaver, Kansas.&nbsp; She died October 
2, 2019.

A current resident of Hoisington, Leon was a lifetime resident of the
 Susank and Redwing areas and graduated from Odin in 1953.&nbsp; He was a 
pipeline welder for Producer's Gas and Midwest Energy.&nbsp; Leon was a 
current member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, 
and Knights of Columbus Council #2917, Odin, and former member of Holy 
Name Catholic Church, Odin.&nbsp; He was passionate about his Catholic faith,
 and enjoyed baseball, being an avid fan of the Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; He 
also enjoyed country music and classic western shows, such as The 
Virginian and Gunsmoke, and any outdoor activities, such as bow hunting 
deer and fishing.&nbsp; He will be dearly missed by his family and friends, 
who will remember him for his kind and gentle soul.

He is survived by his son, Dr. Kirby Klug of Overland Park; daughter,
 Kala Crites-Clary and Jim Clary of Overland Park; son, Kelly and Cindy 
Klug of Olathe; grandson, Nick and Leslie Klug of Great Bend; 
granddaughter, Katie Klug of Leawood; granddaughter, Maggie Klug of 
Leawood; grandson, Brady and Kelsi Crites of Vancouver, Wash.; and 
granddaughter, Brooke Crites of Overland Park, great-grandchildren, 
Olivia and Liam Klug of Great Bend, and Kaden Crites of Vancouver; and 
brother Jim Klug of Odin.&nbsp; He is preceded in passing by his wife Lois; 
brother Alois “Lou” Klug; and two sisters, Eleanor Klug Reif and 
Margaret Klug Brenner.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 23, 
2022, at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, with 
Father Anselm Eke, MSP presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at St. John 
Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 8:00 pm, 
Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 
Hoisington, with a Vigil and Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

Memorials have been designated to Hoisington Youth Baseball and 
Softball, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 </figure>Leon Joseph Klug, 86, passed away September 20, 2022, at Kansas Heart
 Hospital, Wichita, Kan.&nbsp; He was born December 28, 1935, in rural 
Redwing, Kan., to Julius and Matilda (Boor) Klug. Leon married Lois 
Louise Schremmer October 3, 1956, in Beaver, Kansas.&nbsp; She died October 
2, 2019.A current resident of Hoisington, Leon was a lifetime resident of the
 Susank and Redwing areas and graduated from Odin in 1953.&nbsp; He was a 
pipeline welder for Producer's Gas and Midwest Energy.&nbsp; Leon was a 
current member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, 
and Knights of Columbus Council #2917, Odin, and former member of Holy 
Name Catholic Church, Odin.&nbsp; He was passionate about his Catholic faith,
 and enjoyed baseball, being an avid fan of the Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; He 
also enjoyed country music and classic western shows, such as The 
Virginian and Gunsmoke, and any outdoor activities, such as bow hunting 
deer and fishing.&nbsp; He will be dearly missed by his family and friends, 
who will remember him for his kind and gentle soul.He is survived by his son, Dr. Kirby Klug of Overland Park; daughter,
 Kala Crites-Clary and Jim Clary of Overland Park; son, Kelly and Cindy 
Klug of Olathe; grandson, Nick and Leslie Klug of Great Bend; 
granddaughter, Katie Klug of Leawood; granddaughter, Maggie Klug of 
Leawood; grandson, Brady and Kelsi Crites of Vancouver, Wash.; and 
granddaughter, Brooke Crites of Overland Park, great-grandchildren, 
Olivia and Liam Klug of Great Bend, and Kaden Crites of Vancouver; and 
brother Jim Klug of Odin.&nbsp; He is preceded in passing by his wife Lois; 
brother Alois “Lou” Klug; and two sisters, Eleanor Klug Reif and 
Margaret Klug Brenner.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 23, 
2022, at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, with 
Father Anselm Eke, MSP presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at St. John 
Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 8:00 pm, 
Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 
Hoisington, with a Vigil and Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m.Memorials have been designated to Hoisington Youth Baseball and 
Softball, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Leon Joseph Klug

Sarah Lloyd, age 86, of Loveland, Colorado, passed from this life on September 15, 2022.&nbsp; She was born in Larned, Kansas, on January 4, 1936, to Warren and Eloise Phillips.&nbsp;

Sarah graduated in 1954 from Great Bend High School
 in Great Bend, Kansas. During her high school years, she was a member 
of the International High School Honor Society of Journalism.&nbsp; After 
graduating, she attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas,&nbsp; for a year.&nbsp; There she belonged to Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority and to 
the Women’s Recreation Association.&nbsp; In 1971-72, she attended Barton County Community College in Great Bend, Kansas, where she received an associate degree in Criminal Justice.

In 1955, Sarah was first hired at Larned State Hospital
 as a summer employee in the Activity Therapy Department.&nbsp; This was the 
beginning of her 38 year career with the State of Kansas.&nbsp; She worked in
 several areas during those years in activity therapy including 
recreation, occupational therapy and Volunteer Services Department.&nbsp; As 
time passed, she was selected as the Patient Work Program Coordinator 
which then led to a position with the Youth Center Juvenile Corrections 
as the Work Program Development Coordinator.&nbsp; She developed new training
 programs for 16-18 year old boys.&nbsp; Shortly before her retirement, she 
was elected to the Correctional Youth Services Association Board.&nbsp; She 
retired in 1996.

Sarah moved to Colorado
 in 1996 to be closer to her daughter and family.&nbsp; After moving to 
Colorado, she enjoyed attending all of her grandson’s sporting events 
come rain, hail, sleet or snow.&nbsp; It didn’t matter, she was there.&nbsp; 
Sarah, herself, was a competitor on the softball field in her younger 
years.&nbsp; She was a fierce competitor when playing Hand &amp; Foot or 
Cribbage with family and friends.&nbsp; Sarah loved to entertain and cook up a
 wicked feast for family and friends.&nbsp; She also loved wood crafting and 
painting as she had that artistic talent.&nbsp;

Sarah is survived 
by daughter, Barbara Racette, son-in-law, Kevin Racette, grandson, Scott
 Racette, sister Joan Waldron along with many nieces, nephews, and 
cousins.

Sarah was preceded 
in death by her parents, sisters Patricia Mohn Nickels, Barbara Ellis, 
adopted sister Kate Stewart, and a brother Wes Phillips.

Sarah was a fun, loving, caring person and will be deeply missed by family and friends

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Sarah Phillips Lloyd Memorial Fund and sent to Viegut Funeral Home.

Memorial service 
will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Viegut 
Funeral Home, 1616 N, Lincoln Ave., Loveland, Colorado.

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 </figure>Sarah Lloyd, age 86, of Loveland, Colorado, passed from this life on September 15, 2022.&nbsp; She was born in Larned, Kansas, on January 4, 1936, to Warren and Eloise Phillips.&nbsp;Sarah graduated in 1954 from Great Bend High School
 in Great Bend, Kansas. During her high school years, she was a member 
of the International High School Honor Society of Journalism.&nbsp; After 
graduating, she attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas,&nbsp; for a year.&nbsp; There she belonged to Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority and to 
the Women’s Recreation Association.&nbsp; In 1971-72, she attended Barton County Community College in Great Bend, Kansas, where she received an associate degree in Criminal Justice.In 1955, Sarah was first hired at Larned State Hospital
 as a summer employee in the Activity Therapy Department.&nbsp; This was the 
beginning of her 38 year career with the State of Kansas.&nbsp; She worked in
 several areas during those years in activity therapy including 
recreation, occupational therapy and Volunteer Services Department.&nbsp; As 
time passed, she was selected as the Patient Work Program Coordinator 
which then led to a position with the Youth Center Juvenile Corrections 
as the Work Program Development Coordinator.&nbsp; She developed new training
 programs for 16-18 year old boys.&nbsp; Shortly before her retirement, she 
was elected to the Correctional Youth Services Association Board.&nbsp; She 
retired in 1996.Sarah moved to Colorado
 in 1996 to be closer to her daughter and family.&nbsp; After moving to 
Colorado, she enjoyed attending all of her grandson’s sporting events 
come rain, hail, sleet or snow.&nbsp; It didn’t matter, she was there.&nbsp; 
Sarah, herself, was a competitor on the softball field in her younger 
years.&nbsp; She was a fierce competitor when playing Hand &amp; Foot or 
Cribbage with family and friends.&nbsp; Sarah loved to entertain and cook up a
 wicked feast for family and friends.&nbsp; She also loved wood crafting and 
painting as she had that artistic talent.&nbsp;Sarah is survived 
by daughter, Barbara Racette, son-in-law, Kevin Racette, grandson, Scott
 Racette, sister Joan Waldron along with many nieces, nephews, and 
cousins.Sarah was preceded 
in death by her parents, sisters Patricia Mohn Nickels, Barbara Ellis, 
adopted sister Kate Stewart, and a brother Wes Phillips.Sarah was a fun, loving, caring person and will be deeply missed by family and friendsIn lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Sarah Phillips Lloyd Memorial Fund and sent to Viegut Funeral Home.Memorial service 
will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Viegut 
Funeral Home, 1616 N, Lincoln Ave., Loveland, Colorado.

Sarah Lloyd

Ima Kaye Shaffer, 78, of Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at the&nbsp;Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.

Kaye&nbsp;was born on April 24, 1944,&nbsp;in&nbsp;Heber Springs, Arkansas, the daughter of Floyd and Ella A.&nbsp;(Ezell) Southerland. &nbsp;She grew up&nbsp;in&nbsp;Arkansas and at age 13 her family moved to Wichita, Kansas. &nbsp;She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to W.R.&nbsp;“Bub”&nbsp;Shaffer on December 20, 1986, in Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Bub preceded her in death on December 21, 2003. &nbsp;After Bub’s death she spent many years with her companion Jim Young. &nbsp;

Kaye&nbsp;worked as owner and operator of Shaffer Investments.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved spending time with her children&nbsp;and grandchildren.&nbsp;She enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing&nbsp;guitar, decorating her home and&nbsp;taking&nbsp;good care of her cats. &nbsp;She&nbsp;especially enjoyed decorating her home for Christmas and other holidays throughout the year.&nbsp;

Surviving family include her son David Riley and wife Gina of Plainville, Kansas; daughter Linda Murphy and&nbsp;companion&nbsp;Eddie Gil of&nbsp;Hays, Kansas; sister Ruth Wheeler of Wichita, Kansas; 11 grandchildren, many great grandchildren;&nbsp;many nieces and nephews&nbsp;and her beloved cat Simon.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bub Shaffer, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 1 granddaughter.

A celebration&nbsp;of Kaye’s life will be held&nbsp;at 10 A.M. on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Russell, Kansas&nbsp;with Pastor Michael Eurit&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at the Russell&nbsp;City Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 1 P.M. to 8 P.M. on Thursday, September&nbsp;22, 2022, at the mortuary with family greeting guests from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. Thursday evening. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers,&nbsp;memorials may be given to the&nbsp;Humane Society of the High Plains&nbsp;and&nbsp;Russell County Food Pantry and&nbsp;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>Ima Kaye Shaffer, 78, of Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at the&nbsp;Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.Kaye&nbsp;was born on April 24, 1944,&nbsp;in&nbsp;Heber Springs, Arkansas, the daughter of Floyd and Ella A.&nbsp;(Ezell) Southerland. &nbsp;She grew up&nbsp;in&nbsp;Arkansas and at age 13 her family moved to Wichita, Kansas. &nbsp;She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to W.R.&nbsp;“Bub”&nbsp;Shaffer on December 20, 1986, in Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Bub preceded her in death on December 21, 2003. &nbsp;After Bub’s death she spent many years with her companion Jim Young. &nbsp;Kaye&nbsp;worked as owner and operator of Shaffer Investments.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved spending time with her children&nbsp;and grandchildren.&nbsp;She enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing&nbsp;guitar, decorating her home and&nbsp;taking&nbsp;good care of her cats. &nbsp;She&nbsp;especially enjoyed decorating her home for Christmas and other holidays throughout the year.&nbsp;Surviving family include her son David Riley and wife Gina of Plainville, Kansas; daughter Linda Murphy and&nbsp;companion&nbsp;Eddie Gil of&nbsp;Hays, Kansas; sister Ruth Wheeler of Wichita, Kansas; 11 grandchildren, many great grandchildren;&nbsp;many nieces and nephews&nbsp;and her beloved cat Simon.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bub Shaffer, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 1 granddaughter.A celebration&nbsp;of Kaye’s life will be held&nbsp;at 10 A.M. on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Russell, Kansas&nbsp;with Pastor Michael Eurit&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow at the Russell&nbsp;City Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 1 P.M. to 8 P.M. on Thursday, September&nbsp;22, 2022, at the mortuary with family greeting guests from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. Thursday evening. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers,&nbsp;memorials may be given to the&nbsp;Humane Society of the High Plains&nbsp;and&nbsp;Russell County Food Pantry and&nbsp;sent in care of the mortuary. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Ima Kaye Shaffer

December 6, 1923
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 13, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Jennie-Schrock-Smith?obId=25925851#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

December 6, 1923
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 13, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Jennie-Schrock-Smith?obId=25925851#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Jennie (Schrock) Smith

The Rev. John Carl Barnum, 92, died Sept. 14, 2022, at Colby, Kansas, where he had lived since Oct. 2012. 
He was born Sept. 6, 1930, in Kalispell, Mont., the son of the Rev. G. 
William Barnum and Julia Sophia Feldhusen Barnum. He had seven older 
siblings: Ruth, Grace, Jean, Bill, Julia, Mary, and Dorothy. He was 
baptized by his pastor father in the Kalispell Presbyterian Church as an
 infant. 
Following graduation from Litchfield High School in Montana, Macalester 
College in Saint Paul, Minn. and McCormick Theological Seminary in 
Chicago, John was ordained on on June 8, 1955, to the ministry at First 
Presbyterian Church in Eureka Springs, Ark., where his father was 
pastor. That summer he served as Mobile Minister to a group of scattered
 people north east of Missoula, Montana, with the understanding that he 
would be back the following summer. In the fall, while obtaining his 
Master’s degree in Christian Education from McCormick Seminary, John 
began working with a group of interested people in Champaign, Ill., and 
helped organize the Community Presbyterian Church, now known as 
Westminster. 
John spent the next 10 years in Montana, organizing and serving the 
Blackfoot Presbyterian Parish, consisting of churches in Seeley Lake, 
Ovando and Potomac, each church separated by 30 miles. He then moved to 
Ft. Collins, Colo. to become Mobile Minister to five churches in 
northern Colorado; Livermore, Virginia Dale, Poudre Valley, Red Feather 
Lakes and Glendevy. 
On December 30, 1965, John Barnum and Shirley Davis were united in 
marriage at Wellshire Presbyterian Church in Denver. In addition to 
being a new husband, John became an instant father to Grant, Evan, and 
Scott, whom he legally adopted in 1966. The Barnums lived in Ft. Collins
 before moving to Boulder, Colo., to serve Valmont Community 
Presbyterian Church. After five years there he served 10 years at Colby 
Presbyterian Church, Colby, Kansas, then almost 15 years in the Harper 
County Presbyterian Parish (Harper, Hopewell-Anthony, and Corwin) and 
eight years at Viola United Presbyterian Church at Viola, Kansas, all 
southwest of Wichita. 
After his wife, Shirley, graduated from Phillips Theological Seminary at
 Enid, Okla. in 1988, they became co-pastors of the churches. John 
retired in 1997 and they moved to Viola, then Wichita before returning 
to Colby in 2012. 
His parents, all seven of his siblings and a son, Scott, of Colby, 
pre-deceased him. He is survived by his wife Shirley, Colby; two sons, 
Dr. Grant Barnum (Carol), Osage Beach, Mo., Evan (Regena), Colby; 
Scott’s wife Janice, (Colby); seven grandchildren: Cheryl Ellison, 
Grant, Jr., Julie, Christopher, David, Amanda and Matthew, and three 
great-grandchildren; Mira, Sterling and Danielle, several nieces, 
nephews and cousins. 
Services will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 24, at the Colby First Presbyterian Church, 515 W Fourth St, Colby, KS 67701. 
Memorials in lieu of flowers may be sent to the church or the Alzheimer's Association.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>The Rev. John Carl Barnum, 92, died Sept. 14, 2022, at Colby, Kansas, where he had lived since Oct. 2012. 
He was born Sept. 6, 1930, in Kalispell, Mont., the son of the Rev. G. 
William Barnum and Julia Sophia Feldhusen Barnum. He had seven older 
siblings: Ruth, Grace, Jean, Bill, Julia, Mary, and Dorothy. He was 
baptized by his pastor father in the Kalispell Presbyterian Church as an
 infant. 
Following graduation from Litchfield High School in Montana, Macalester 
College in Saint Paul, Minn. and McCormick Theological Seminary in 
Chicago, John was ordained on on June 8, 1955, to the ministry at First 
Presbyterian Church in Eureka Springs, Ark., where his father was 
pastor. That summer he served as Mobile Minister to a group of scattered
 people north east of Missoula, Montana, with the understanding that he 
would be back the following summer. In the fall, while obtaining his 
Master’s degree in Christian Education from McCormick Seminary, John 
began working with a group of interested people in Champaign, Ill., and 
helped organize the Community Presbyterian Church, now known as 
Westminster. 
John spent the next 10 years in Montana, organizing and serving the 
Blackfoot Presbyterian Parish, consisting of churches in Seeley Lake, 
Ovando and Potomac, each church separated by 30 miles. He then moved to 
Ft. Collins, Colo. to become Mobile Minister to five churches in 
northern Colorado; Livermore, Virginia Dale, Poudre Valley, Red Feather 
Lakes and Glendevy. 
On December 30, 1965, John Barnum and Shirley Davis were united in 
marriage at Wellshire Presbyterian Church in Denver. In addition to 
being a new husband, John became an instant father to Grant, Evan, and 
Scott, whom he legally adopted in 1966. The Barnums lived in Ft. Collins
 before moving to Boulder, Colo., to serve Valmont Community 
Presbyterian Church. After five years there he served 10 years at Colby 
Presbyterian Church, Colby, Kansas, then almost 15 years in the Harper 
County Presbyterian Parish (Harper, Hopewell-Anthony, and Corwin) and 
eight years at Viola United Presbyterian Church at Viola, Kansas, all 
southwest of Wichita. 
After his wife, Shirley, graduated from Phillips Theological Seminary at
 Enid, Okla. in 1988, they became co-pastors of the churches. John 
retired in 1997 and they moved to Viola, then Wichita before returning 
to Colby in 2012. 
His parents, all seven of his siblings and a son, Scott, of Colby, 
pre-deceased him. He is survived by his wife Shirley, Colby; two sons, 
Dr. Grant Barnum (Carol), Osage Beach, Mo., Evan (Regena), Colby; 
Scott’s wife Janice, (Colby); seven grandchildren: Cheryl Ellison, 
Grant, Jr., Julie, Christopher, David, Amanda and Matthew, and three 
great-grandchildren; Mira, Sterling and Danielle, several nieces, 
nephews and cousins. 
Services will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 24, at the Colby First Presbyterian Church, 515 W Fourth St, Colby, KS 67701. 
Memorials in lieu of flowers may be sent to the church or the Alzheimer's Association.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

The Rev. John Carl Barnum

Erma Jean Isenberg, 77, died September 15, 2022, at Hutchinson 
Regional Medical Center. She was born September 18, 1944, to Paul and 
Wilma (Girton) Brozek, in Lucas.

Erma was a homemaker most of her life. In her free time, she enjoyed 
being outdoors and watching birds. Erma also loved to go to the Kansas 
State Fair, she looked forward to it every year. 

She loved her family 
and enjoyed genealogy and making family photo albums. Erma was a member 
of Full Gospel Church.

She was married to Frank Isenberg in 1961, in Lucas. He passed away on May 7, 2009.

Erma is survived by: children, Patricia Johnson, Albert Isenberg, 
Gary Isenberg, Paul Isenberg, Marie Isenberg; granddaughter, Yvonne 
Thomas (Dustin); great-grandchildren, Sarah Harvey, Cheyenne Thomas, 
Zach Thomas, Mason Thomas; and great-great-grandchildren, Savannah and 
Justin Jr. Harvey.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Graveside service will be 10 am Friday, September 23, 2022, at 
Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 1 to 8 pm Thursday, with 
family present from 6 to 8 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Erma Isenberg Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson KS 67501.

Erma Jean Isenberg, 77, died September 15, 2022, at Hutchinson 
Regional Medical Center. She was born September 18, 1944, to Paul and 
Wilma (Girton) Brozek, in Lucas.Erma was a homemaker most of her life. In her free time, she enjoyed 
being outdoors and watching birds. Erma also loved to go to the Kansas 
State Fair, she looked forward to it every year. She loved her family 
and enjoyed genealogy and making family photo albums. Erma was a member 
of Full Gospel Church.She was married to Frank Isenberg in 1961, in Lucas. He passed away on May 7, 2009.Erma is survived by: children, Patricia Johnson, Albert Isenberg, 
Gary Isenberg, Paul Isenberg, Marie Isenberg; granddaughter, Yvonne 
Thomas (Dustin); great-grandchildren, Sarah Harvey, Cheyenne Thomas, 
Zach Thomas, Mason Thomas; and great-great-grandchildren, Savannah and 
Justin Jr. Harvey.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.Graveside service will be 10 am Friday, September 23, 2022, at 
Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 1 to 8 pm Thursday, with 
family present from 6 to 8 pm at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Erma Isenberg Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson KS 67501.

Erma Jean Isenberg

June 19, 1933
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 19, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Etta-Jane-Taylor-Timken?obId=25924853#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

June 19, 1933
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 19, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Etta-Jane-Taylor-Timken?obId=25924853#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Etta Jane (Taylor) Timken

Russell Eugene Morgan passed away on September 18, 2022, in the 
comfort of his home surrounded by his family at the age of 66. He was 
born on July 21, 1956, to Lyle and Lyril (Power) Morgan in Phillipsburg,
 Kansas. 

Russell was united in marriage to Patricia “Tricia” Robinson on
 May 30, 1975, at the Main Street Christian Church in Stockton, Kansas. 
The couple was blessed with four sons: Brandon, Brady, Levi, and Jacob.

Russell
 grew up in Glade and attended Glade Grade School and Junior High before
 going to Stockton High School. He then went to work several other jobs 
as a general laborer and worked with his family custom harvesting. Later
 in life he was a mechanic as well as working for the county as an 
equipment operator. Russell was no stranger to hard work, his family and
 friends labeled him as a “workaholic”, but that didn’t keep him from 
taking the time to stop and visit with friends and family when the 
opportunity presented itself.

We find solace that 
Russell grew in his faith and accepted the Lord’s gift to us. Someday we
 will see our husband, brother, and friend in Christ again.

Russell
 is survived by his wife, Tricia Morgan of Stockton, KS; sons, Brady 
Morgan of Great Bend, KS, Levi Morgan of Plainville, KS, and Jacob 
(Lexy) Morgan of Milwaukee, WI; siblings, Randy Morgan of Dickinson, ND,
 Kyla (John) Hoffman of Dalhart, TX, Colleen Morgan of Stockton, KS, 
Kevin (Ronda) Morgan of Stockton, KS; and grandsons, Brandon Russell 
Morgan, and Henry Morgan.

He joins in his heavenly home, his parents, Lyle and Lyril Morgan and a son, Brandon Morgan.

The
 family will be hosting a Memorial Service on Thursday, September 22, 
2022, at the Main Street Christian Church in Stockton starting at 10 AM.

Memorials
 are suggested to the Main Street Christian Church and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 
67663.

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 </figure>Russell Eugene Morgan passed away on September 18, 2022, in the 
comfort of his home surrounded by his family at the age of 66. He was 
born on July 21, 1956, to Lyle and Lyril (Power) Morgan in Phillipsburg,
 Kansas. Russell was united in marriage to Patricia “Tricia” Robinson on
 May 30, 1975, at the Main Street Christian Church in Stockton, Kansas. 
The couple was blessed with four sons: Brandon, Brady, Levi, and Jacob.Russell
 grew up in Glade and attended Glade Grade School and Junior High before
 going to Stockton High School. He then went to work several other jobs 
as a general laborer and worked with his family custom harvesting. Later
 in life he was a mechanic as well as working for the county as an 
equipment operator. Russell was no stranger to hard work, his family and
 friends labeled him as a “workaholic”, but that didn’t keep him from 
taking the time to stop and visit with friends and family when the 
opportunity presented itself.We find solace that 
Russell grew in his faith and accepted the Lord’s gift to us. Someday we
 will see our husband, brother, and friend in Christ again.Russell
 is survived by his wife, Tricia Morgan of Stockton, KS; sons, Brady 
Morgan of Great Bend, KS, Levi Morgan of Plainville, KS, and Jacob 
(Lexy) Morgan of Milwaukee, WI; siblings, Randy Morgan of Dickinson, ND,
 Kyla (John) Hoffman of Dalhart, TX, Colleen Morgan of Stockton, KS, 
Kevin (Ronda) Morgan of Stockton, KS; and grandsons, Brandon Russell 
Morgan, and Henry Morgan.He joins in his heavenly home, his parents, Lyle and Lyril Morgan and a son, Brandon Morgan.The
 family will be hosting a Memorial Service on Thursday, September 22, 
2022, at the Main Street Christian Church in Stockton starting at 10 AM.Memorials
 are suggested to the Main Street Christian Church and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 
67663.

Russell Eugene Morgan

Lyle Prockish, age 83, of Summerfield, Florida, passed away September 13, 2022, peacefully at his home. 

He was born on September 26, 1939, in Hays, Kansas. 

Lyle graduated from San Francisco College of Mortuary Science in 1962 and was a Funeral Director &amp; Embalmer for over 40 years. He enjoyed traveling around the world with his wife and spending time with his sons and grandchildren. 

Lyle is survived by his wife of 58 years Karen; children John of Oregon, Craig of Idaho, and Thomas of Oregon; grandchildren Jennifer, Joshua, Cameron, Victoria, Samual and Madeline; grandchildren, Emma, Jolee and Grace. 

Lyle’s ashes will be spread in Oregon. 

Arrangements entrusted with Baldwin Brothers Funeral &amp; Cremation Society-Spanish Springs. Sentiments may be left online at www.baldwincremation.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Lyle Prockish, age 83, of Summerfield, Florida, passed away September 13, 2022, peacefully at his home. He was born on September 26, 1939, in Hays, Kansas. Lyle graduated from San Francisco College of Mortuary Science in 1962 and was a Funeral Director &amp; Embalmer for over 40 years. He enjoyed traveling around the world with his wife and spending time with his sons and grandchildren. Lyle is survived by his wife of 58 years Karen; children John of Oregon, Craig of Idaho, and Thomas of Oregon; grandchildren Jennifer, Joshua, Cameron, Victoria, Samual and Madeline; grandchildren, Emma, Jolee and Grace. Lyle’s ashes will be spread in Oregon. Arrangements entrusted with Baldwin Brothers Funeral &amp; Cremation Society-Spanish Springs. Sentiments may be left online at www.baldwincremation.com.&nbsp;

Lyle Edward Prockish

Carl Zink, 87, passed from his earthly life on August 1, 2022. He was
 born September 26, 1934, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of the late 
Orval and Mary (Bontrager) Zink.

Carl graduated from Kansas State University with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. He served in the United States Army.

On
 December 31, 1991, he married Mary Ellen (Herndon) Walk and celebrated 
30 years of marriage this past year. They made their home in Garden 
City, Kansas until moving to Mustang, Oklahoma to be near grandchildren.

Carl
 is survived by his wife Mary, children Shelly Pitts (Lynn), Greg Zink 
(Donna), Carol Zink (Kathy Garcia), Dana Barnes (Rocky), and Dax Walk 
(Audra), brother O.J. Zink (Linda), seven grandchildren, and six 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by is parents, his sister Natalie (Zink) Zook, and brother Robert Zink.

A
 graveside service will be held on Monday, September 26, 2022, at 10:30 
a.m. at the Leoti Cemetery with Pastor Don Williams presiding.

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 </figure>Carl Zink, 87, passed from his earthly life on August 1, 2022. He was
 born September 26, 1934, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of the late 
Orval and Mary (Bontrager) Zink.Carl graduated from Kansas State University with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. He served in the United States Army.On
 December 31, 1991, he married Mary Ellen (Herndon) Walk and celebrated 
30 years of marriage this past year. They made their home in Garden 
City, Kansas until moving to Mustang, Oklahoma to be near grandchildren.Carl
 is survived by his wife Mary, children Shelly Pitts (Lynn), Greg Zink 
(Donna), Carol Zink (Kathy Garcia), Dana Barnes (Rocky), and Dax Walk 
(Audra), brother O.J. Zink (Linda), seven grandchildren, and six 
great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by is parents, his sister Natalie (Zink) Zook, and brother Robert Zink.A
 graveside service will be held on Monday, September 26, 2022, at 10:30 
a.m. at the Leoti Cemetery with Pastor Don Williams presiding.

Carl Lee Zink

Wanda May Schuhs, 95, passed away on 
September 18, 2022, at the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, 
Kansas. She was born on November 7, 1926, in Lenora, Kansas to Sidney R.
 and Etta Catherine Fitzjarrell Williams. After her parents death, she 
was adopted by Lawrence L. and Mabel Smith of Dresden, Kansas. She had 
been a teacher with a degree in Special Education as well as a nurse’s 
aide for many years.

Wanda was a resident of Leoti, Kanas since 1968 having moved from Glen Elder, Kansas with her Husband.&nbsp;

On May 24, 1947, Wanda married&nbsp; Forrest Woodrow Schuss at the 
Methodist Church in Dresden, Kansas. He passed away on May 2, 2012, in 
Leoti, Kansas.

Wanda is survived by her sons, Mark Schuhs of Bellevue, Nebraska, 
David &amp; Jerry Schuhs of Olpe, Kansas, Phillip Schuhs of Leoti, 
Kansas, Jonathan Schuhs of Leoti, Kansas, James &amp; Song Schuhs of 
Litchfield Park, Arizona, five grandchildren Devin Schuhs of Phoenix, 
Arizona, Stephanie Girdner of Papillion, Nebraska, Timothy Schuhs of 
Wichita, Kansas, Jaqui Gracey of Fr. Rucker, Alabama, James Stackhouse 
of Phoenix, Arizona, three great grandchildren, and one niece Davene 
Abeling of La Palma, California.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, one son Stephen Schuhs, and one grandson Kelly Schuhs.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, September, 23 at 10:30 at 
the Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Leoti, Kansas with pastor Dustin 
Fritzmeier presiding.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Abundant Life Fellowship Church or the 
Wichita County Health Center in care of Price and Sons funeral home, PO 
Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.

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 </figure>Wanda May Schuhs, 95, passed away on 
September 18, 2022, at the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, 
Kansas. She was born on November 7, 1926, in Lenora, Kansas to Sidney R.
 and Etta Catherine Fitzjarrell Williams. After her parents death, she 
was adopted by Lawrence L. and Mabel Smith of Dresden, Kansas. She had 
been a teacher with a degree in Special Education as well as a nurse’s 
aide for many years.Wanda was a resident of Leoti, Kanas since 1968 having moved from Glen Elder, Kansas with her Husband.&nbsp;On May 24, 1947, Wanda married&nbsp; Forrest Woodrow Schuss at the 
Methodist Church in Dresden, Kansas. He passed away on May 2, 2012, in 
Leoti, Kansas.Wanda is survived by her sons, Mark Schuhs of Bellevue, Nebraska, 
David &amp; Jerry Schuhs of Olpe, Kansas, Phillip Schuhs of Leoti, 
Kansas, Jonathan Schuhs of Leoti, Kansas, James &amp; Song Schuhs of 
Litchfield Park, Arizona, five grandchildren Devin Schuhs of Phoenix, 
Arizona, Stephanie Girdner of Papillion, Nebraska, Timothy Schuhs of 
Wichita, Kansas, Jaqui Gracey of Fr. Rucker, Alabama, James Stackhouse 
of Phoenix, Arizona, three great grandchildren, and one niece Davene 
Abeling of La Palma, California.She was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, one son Stephen Schuhs, and one grandson Kelly Schuhs.Memorial services will be held on Friday, September, 23 at 10:30 at 
the Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Leoti, Kansas with pastor Dustin 
Fritzmeier presiding.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Abundant Life Fellowship Church or the 
Wichita County Health Center in care of Price and Sons funeral home, PO 
Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861.

Wanda May Schuhs

Leona Marie Brazda Duft, 89, passed away September 18, 2022, at the 
University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. She was born on 
August 12, 1933, in Spearville, to John and Clara (Hines) Slattery. She 
married Bernard Brazda Feb. 17, 1958, in Spearville. He passed away June
 25, 1989. She then married Duane Duft Oct. 5, 1991, in Hoisington. He 
passed away October 1, 2005.

Leona had been a Great Bend resident since 2005, coming from Dodge 
City, Denver, Colo., Hoisington and Ellinwood. She worked in the brush 
and distribution departments at Fuller Brush, retiring after many years 
of faithful employment. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at 
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and Altar Society. Leona enjoyed 
fellowship at the Great Bend Senior Center and playing cards, bunco and 
dominos. She was an avid Denver Broncos fan and was well known for her 
cinnamon rolls. Leona loved to cross stitch blankets and tea towels for 
her family, including the grandkids and great grandkids, as well as 
friends.

Survivors include, two sons, Bret Brazda and wife Janet of 
Bartlesville, Okla. and Bradly Brazda and wife Fern of Huntsville, Ala.;
 two daughters, Cindy Suchy and husband Charlie of Great Bend and Devon 
Dionisi of Wichita; a daughter in law, Paula Brazda of Topeka; eleven 
grandchildren, Ben Brazda, Katie Schooler (Skylar), Mickie Brazda, 
Travis Suchy (Jill), Trenton Suchy, Jacob Brazda (Jamie), Jordan Skaggs 
(Will), Jayden Brazda (Lauren), Leah Diebolt (Brock), Meg Dionisi and 
Abigail Brazda; and eleven great grandchildren. She was preceded in 
death by her husbands, Bernard Brazda and Duane Duft; a son, Bryan Lee 
Brazda; son in law, Michael Dionisi; and siblings, Vincent Slattery, 
John Slattery, Alvin Slattery and Dorothy Schaller.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, 
September 21, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society rosary at
 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service and rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian 
Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, September 22, 2022, at St. 
Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be in the Hoisington Cemetery. 


Memorials have been designated to the Great Bend Senior Center, in care 
of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Leona Marie Brazda Duft, 89, passed away September 18, 2022, at the 
University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. She was born on 
August 12, 1933, in Spearville, to John and Clara (Hines) Slattery. She 
married Bernard Brazda Feb. 17, 1958, in Spearville. He passed away June
 25, 1989. She then married Duane Duft Oct. 5, 1991, in Hoisington. He 
passed away October 1, 2005.Leona had been a Great Bend resident since 2005, coming from Dodge 
City, Denver, Colo., Hoisington and Ellinwood. She worked in the brush 
and distribution departments at Fuller Brush, retiring after many years 
of faithful employment. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at 
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and Altar Society. Leona enjoyed 
fellowship at the Great Bend Senior Center and playing cards, bunco and 
dominos. She was an avid Denver Broncos fan and was well known for her 
cinnamon rolls. Leona loved to cross stitch blankets and tea towels for 
her family, including the grandkids and great grandkids, as well as 
friends.Survivors include, two sons, Bret Brazda and wife Janet of 
Bartlesville, Okla. and Bradly Brazda and wife Fern of Huntsville, Ala.;
 two daughters, Cindy Suchy and husband Charlie of Great Bend and Devon 
Dionisi of Wichita; a daughter in law, Paula Brazda of Topeka; eleven 
grandchildren, Ben Brazda, Katie Schooler (Skylar), Mickie Brazda, 
Travis Suchy (Jill), Trenton Suchy, Jacob Brazda (Jamie), Jordan Skaggs 
(Will), Jayden Brazda (Lauren), Leah Diebolt (Brock), Meg Dionisi and 
Abigail Brazda; and eleven great grandchildren. She was preceded in 
death by her husbands, Bernard Brazda and Duane Duft; a son, Bryan Lee 
Brazda; son in law, Michael Dionisi; and siblings, Vincent Slattery, 
John Slattery, Alvin Slattery and Dorothy Schaller.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, 
September 21, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society rosary at
 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service and rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian 
Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, September 22, 2022, at St. 
Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be in the Hoisington Cemetery. 
Memorials have been designated to the Great Bend Senior Center, in care 
of Bryant Funeral Home.

Leona Marie Brazda Duft

Connie Jean (Cooper) Argabright passed away September 3, 2022, in Derby,
 KS, at the age of 87. She was born July 17, 1935, in Rawlins Co 
Hospital, to Reno and Minnie (White) Cooper. She grew up on a farm south
 of Atwood and attended a country school until the 8th grade. She then 
continued school in the Atwood School district prior to attending 
Marymount College, Salina KS in pursuit of a nursing degree. 
Connie was engaged to Dal Argabright during her nursing degree studies. 
On June 5, 1957 Connie and Dal were united in marriage at the First 
Christian Church in Atwood, KS. Connie and Dal lived on a farm 1 mile 
west of Blakeman until they moved to a farm 3 miles southwest of Atwood 
on the south fork of Beaver Creek. To this union was born four children:
 Jody Rae, David Earl, Judy Lynne, and Michael Dal. Connie enjoyed 
living and working on the farm. She always enjoyed being outdoors 
planting trees and flowers and raising a garden. With a love for 
animals, she raised sheep, chickens, Schnauzers and Schipperkes dogs. 
Her passion was her husband and children. Connie cared for Dal for the 
rest of his life following an airplane accident in June of 1979. Dal 
would say to his children, referring to Connie, “She is an angel on 
earth.” Connie worked at the Rawlins County Hospital and was then 
employed as a school nurse with the Atwood School district before 
retiring. During her career as a school nurse Connie continued her 
education, receiving her bachelor’s degree in nursing. She also enjoyed 
teaching birthing classes to expectant parents in the local community. 
Connie attended many births at the Atwood hospital as well as the births
 of some of her grandchildren. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. Her 
favorite time of year was Christmas and she enjoyed having her house 
full of children and grandchildren. 
Connie was preceded in death by her husband, Dal, parents, Minnie and 
Reno Cooper, brother Jerry Cooper, and brother in-law Nicholas Patrick 
Schroeder. She is survived by her children, Jody, David (Rhonda), Judy 
(Eric), Michael (Carla); grandchildren, Jessica, Aaron, Austin, Jason, 
Keaton, Jordan, Gabriel, Mary Rachael, Bradley, Mitchell, and Jacob; 
great grandchildren, Jax, Hartley, Cooper, Cole, and Theodore; sister 
Judy Schroeder, and brother Mike Cooper (Connie). 
A memorial service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 26, 
2022, at the First Christian Church, Atwood.

Memorials may be made to 
the Connie Argabright Memorial Nursing Scholarship and can be sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information 
or condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Connie Jean (Cooper) Argabright passed away September 3, 2022, in Derby,
 KS, at the age of 87. She was born July 17, 1935, in Rawlins Co 
Hospital, to Reno and Minnie (White) Cooper. She grew up on a farm south
 of Atwood and attended a country school until the 8th grade. She then 
continued school in the Atwood School district prior to attending 
Marymount College, Salina KS in pursuit of a nursing degree. 
Connie was engaged to Dal Argabright during her nursing degree studies. 
On June 5, 1957 Connie and Dal were united in marriage at the First 
Christian Church in Atwood, KS. Connie and Dal lived on a farm 1 mile 
west of Blakeman until they moved to a farm 3 miles southwest of Atwood 
on the south fork of Beaver Creek. To this union was born four children:
 Jody Rae, David Earl, Judy Lynne, and Michael Dal. Connie enjoyed 
living and working on the farm. She always enjoyed being outdoors 
planting trees and flowers and raising a garden. With a love for 
animals, she raised sheep, chickens, Schnauzers and Schipperkes dogs. 
Her passion was her husband and children. Connie cared for Dal for the 
rest of his life following an airplane accident in June of 1979. Dal 
would say to his children, referring to Connie, “She is an angel on 
earth.” Connie worked at the Rawlins County Hospital and was then 
employed as a school nurse with the Atwood School district before 
retiring. During her career as a school nurse Connie continued her 
education, receiving her bachelor’s degree in nursing. She also enjoyed 
teaching birthing classes to expectant parents in the local community. 
Connie attended many births at the Atwood hospital as well as the births
 of some of her grandchildren. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. Her 
favorite time of year was Christmas and she enjoyed having her house 
full of children and grandchildren. 
Connie was preceded in death by her husband, Dal, parents, Minnie and 
Reno Cooper, brother Jerry Cooper, and brother in-law Nicholas Patrick 
Schroeder. She is survived by her children, Jody, David (Rhonda), Judy 
(Eric), Michael (Carla); grandchildren, Jessica, Aaron, Austin, Jason, 
Keaton, Jordan, Gabriel, Mary Rachael, Bradley, Mitchell, and Jacob; 
great grandchildren, Jax, Hartley, Cooper, Cole, and Theodore; sister 
Judy Schroeder, and brother Mike Cooper (Connie). 
A memorial service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 26, 
2022, at the First Christian Church, Atwood. Memorials may be made to 
the Connie Argabright Memorial Nursing Scholarship and can be sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information 
or condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Connie Jean (Cooper) Argabright

Everett Frank Hitschmann, 95, died September 19, 2022, at Country 
Place Senior Living, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born November 29, 1926,
 in rural Redwing, Kansas, the son of Frank and Veronica (Feltes) 
Hitschmann. Everett was a WWII veteran, serving as a Corporal in the 
United States Army from 1945 to 1946.

On April 3, 1951, he married Margaret Mary “Marge” Schneweis, in Beaver, Kansas. She preceded him in death on December 13, 2014.

Everett was a farmer from birth until his death, farming was definitely his life’s passion.&nbsp;

He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church.&nbsp; He loved bowling 
with the Beaver Bowlers, baseball, motorcycles, and making and 
collecting WWII model airplanes.&nbsp;

He is survived by three children; Randy Hitschmann and wife Stacey of
 Beaver, Mick Hitschmann and wife Carla of Odin, and Carla Shaw and 
husband John of Bayfield, Colorado; eight grandchildren, Jason Vasquez, 
Jennifer Medina and husband A.J., Heather Panning and husband Mark, 
Brigette Komarek and husband Ryan, Jackie Vogt and husband Justin, 
Ashley Shaw, Lindsey Shaw, and Candace Ortiz and husband Marcus; and six
 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, a brother, Urb Hitschmann, and a sister, Sister Mary (Celestine) Urban.

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

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Thursday, September 22, 
2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas. Burial will follow 
in St. Joseph Cemetery, Beaver, Kansas, with military honors conducted 
by the Fort Riley Army Honor Guard.

Memorials may be made to Beaver Fire Department or Wounded Warriors 
in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

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 </figure>Everett Frank Hitschmann, 95, died September 19, 2022, at Country 
Place Senior Living, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born November 29, 1926,
 in rural Redwing, Kansas, the son of Frank and Veronica (Feltes) 
Hitschmann. Everett was a WWII veteran, serving as a Corporal in the 
United States Army from 1945 to 1946.On April 3, 1951, he married Margaret Mary “Marge” Schneweis, in Beaver, Kansas. She preceded him in death on December 13, 2014.Everett was a farmer from birth until his death, farming was definitely his life’s passion.&nbsp;He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church.&nbsp; He loved bowling 
with the Beaver Bowlers, baseball, motorcycles, and making and 
collecting WWII model airplanes.&nbsp;He is survived by three children; Randy Hitschmann and wife Stacey of
 Beaver, Mick Hitschmann and wife Carla of Odin, and Carla Shaw and 
husband John of Bayfield, Colorado; eight grandchildren, Jason Vasquez, 
Jennifer Medina and husband A.J., Heather Panning and husband Mark, 
Brigette Komarek and husband Ryan, Jackie Vogt and husband Justin, 
Ashley Shaw, Lindsey Shaw, and Candace Ortiz and husband Marcus; and six
 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, a brother, Urb Hitschmann, and a sister, Sister Mary (Celestine) Urban.Visitation will be Wednesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family to greet 
friends from 6 to 8 p.m.. A Vigil service with Rosary will begin at 7 
p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Thursday, September 22, 
2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, Kansas. Burial will follow 
in St. Joseph Cemetery, Beaver, Kansas, with military honors conducted 
by the Fort Riley Army Honor Guard.Memorials may be made to Beaver Fire Department or Wounded Warriors 
in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

Everett Frank Hitschmann

Gary Lin Carmichael, 68, of Winona, KS, died Sunday, September 18, 2022,
 at the Logan County Hospital, in Oakley, Kan. He was born March 20, 
1954, in Booneville, Mo., to Wilbur Raymond and Margaret Virginia 
(Calvert) Carmichael. 

Gary served in the National Guard. He was a 
semi-truck driver and worked for area farmers most of his life. In his 
spare time, Gary enjoyed landscaping, rodeoing, and reading from his 
collection of Louis L'Amour books. On July 18, 1992, Gary married Donna 
Rink. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Butch Carmichael and an infant son, Clint Adam Carmichael. 
Gary is survived by his wife Donna, brother Dale Carmichael and several nieces and nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. 
No services are scheduled at this time.

For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Gary Lin Carmichael, 68, of Winona, KS, died Sunday, September 18, 2022,
 at the Logan County Hospital, in Oakley, Kan. He was born March 20, 
1954, in Booneville, Mo., to Wilbur Raymond and Margaret Virginia 
(Calvert) Carmichael. Gary served in the National Guard. He was a 
semi-truck driver and worked for area farmers most of his life. In his 
spare time, Gary enjoyed landscaping, rodeoing, and reading from his 
collection of Louis L'Amour books. On July 18, 1992, Gary married Donna 
Rink. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Butch Carmichael and an infant son, Clint Adam Carmichael. 
Gary is survived by his wife Donna, brother Dale Carmichael and several nieces and nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. 
No services are scheduled at this time. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Gary Lin Carmichael

Ruth Lenora Maupin Betsworth Breeding, age 94, of Hugoton, Kansas, died 
Sunday, September 18, 2022, at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton, Kansas. She 
was born September 16, 1928, in Bison, Kansas, the daughter of William 
Thomas and Veda Ruth (Rumford) Maupin. 
Ruth moved to Pawnee Rock, Kansas, at the age of 3, where her parents 
owned a Drug Store, her father was the pharmacist. In growing up, many 
hours were spent behind the soda fountain of her parent’s drug store, 
serving sodas, malts, shakes, banana splits and ice cream cones. She 
attended elementary and high school at Pawnee Rock until her senior 
year, when her parents moved to Holyrood, Kansas. She graduated from 
Holyrood High School in 1946. A few months after her graduation, her 
parents moved to Hugoton, Kansas, where her father was employed by 
Bloodhart Drug. Ruth was employed by Republic Natural Gas when she 
moved to Hugoton. She married Morgan Orville Betsworth July 22, 1947, 
in Hugoton, Kansas. Three sons were born to this union: Michael Morgan,
 William Leo and Brent Alan. Michael Morgan passed from this life on 
February 26, 2000.

During the time span from 1957 to 1985, when she 
retired, Ruth was employed by the Stevens County Extension Council; the 
Hugoton Elementary School; and was office manager for Chet Davis State 
Farm Insurance Agency for a total of 20 years. Upon retirement in 1985,
 she and husband, Morgan Orville, enjoyed two years of vacationing in 
their 5th wheel. Morgan died at San Isabel, Colorado, on August 24, 
1987. After his death, Ruth was employed by Stevens County Farm Bureau 
as their secretary. On June 9, 1989, Ruth and Charles Martel Breeding 
were united in marriage at the Hugoton Baptist Church in Hugoton, 
Kansas. Ten good years of married life were enjoyed by both until the 
death of Charles on August 20, 1999. 
Ruth has spent most of her life enjoying the activities of her husbands,
 children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Not unusual, in later
 years, to see her attending the football, baseball, basketball and 
wrestling activities of her great-grandsons. One of her favorite 
remarks has been “When I die, I’ll probably fall out of a bleacher.” 
She spent a lot of time on the bleachers and enjoyed every minute of it.
 She loved her family very much and was very proud of their athletic 
abilities and also cherished and admired the beauty of her 
granddaughters and great-granddaughters. 
Ruth was a member of the Hugoton Baptist Church. She taught Sunday 
School for several years, was a member of the church choir for years and
 also she and Morgan O. sponsored the youth for several years. Ruth had
 recently attended the United Methodist Church in Hugoton. 
Ruth is survived by her sons, William Betsworth and wife Tarcy, Brent 
Betsworth and wife Teri all of Hugoton, Kansas; step-daughter, Mary Ann 
Price and husband Kenneth of Rolla; grandchildren, Camee Gifford of 
Hugoton, Candace Rushing of Statesboro, Georgia, Kate Anderson of 
Savannah, Georgia, Trisha Putthoff of Shawnee, Bethany Owens of 
Centennial, Colorado, and Brad Betsworth of Galeton, Colorado; eight 
step-grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, seven 
step-great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. 
Ruth is preceded in death by her husbands, Morgan O. Betsworth and 
Charles Breeding; son, Michael M. Betsworth; parents, William and Veda 
Maupin; sister, Jacqueline M. Robinson; and step-son, Daniel Breeding; 
step-grandson, Taylor Oglesby; great-granddaughter, Sadee Gifford; and 
great-grandson, Jax Putthoff. 
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the 
United Methodist Church in Hugoton, Kansas, with Pastor Wesley Young and
 Pastor Gary Stafford officiating. Interment will follow at the Hugoton
 Cemetery in Hugoton. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 
from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th St. in 
Hugoton.

 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to 
Pheasant Heaven Charities in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th 
St. Hugoton, KS  67951.  Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Ruth Lenora Maupin Betsworth Breeding, age 94, of Hugoton, Kansas, died 
Sunday, September 18, 2022, at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton, Kansas. She 
was born September 16, 1928, in Bison, Kansas, the daughter of William 
Thomas and Veda Ruth (Rumford) Maupin. 
Ruth moved to Pawnee Rock, Kansas, at the age of 3, where her parents 
owned a Drug Store, her father was the pharmacist. In growing up, many 
hours were spent behind the soda fountain of her parent’s drug store, 
serving sodas, malts, shakes, banana splits and ice cream cones. She 
attended elementary and high school at Pawnee Rock until her senior 
year, when her parents moved to Holyrood, Kansas. She graduated from 
Holyrood High School in 1946. A few months after her graduation, her 
parents moved to Hugoton, Kansas, where her father was employed by 
Bloodhart Drug. Ruth was employed by Republic Natural Gas when she 
moved to Hugoton. She married Morgan Orville Betsworth July 22, 1947, 
in Hugoton, Kansas. Three sons were born to this union: Michael Morgan,
 William Leo and Brent Alan. Michael Morgan passed from this life on 
February 26, 2000. During the time span from 1957 to 1985, when she 
retired, Ruth was employed by the Stevens County Extension Council; the 
Hugoton Elementary School; and was office manager for Chet Davis State 
Farm Insurance Agency for a total of 20 years. Upon retirement in 1985,
 she and husband, Morgan Orville, enjoyed two years of vacationing in 
their 5th wheel. Morgan died at San Isabel, Colorado, on August 24, 
1987. After his death, Ruth was employed by Stevens County Farm Bureau 
as their secretary. On June 9, 1989, Ruth and Charles Martel Breeding 
were united in marriage at the Hugoton Baptist Church in Hugoton, 
Kansas. Ten good years of married life were enjoyed by both until the 
death of Charles on August 20, 1999. 
Ruth has spent most of her life enjoying the activities of her husbands,
 children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Not unusual, in later
 years, to see her attending the football, baseball, basketball and 
wrestling activities of her great-grandsons. One of her favorite 
remarks has been “When I die, I’ll probably fall out of a bleacher.” 
She spent a lot of time on the bleachers and enjoyed every minute of it.
 She loved her family very much and was very proud of their athletic 
abilities and also cherished and admired the beauty of her 
granddaughters and great-granddaughters. 
Ruth was a member of the Hugoton Baptist Church. She taught Sunday 
School for several years, was a member of the church choir for years and
 also she and Morgan O. sponsored the youth for several years. Ruth had
 recently attended the United Methodist Church in Hugoton. 
Ruth is survived by her sons, William Betsworth and wife Tarcy, Brent 
Betsworth and wife Teri all of Hugoton, Kansas; step-daughter, Mary Ann 
Price and husband Kenneth of Rolla; grandchildren, Camee Gifford of 
Hugoton, Candace Rushing of Statesboro, Georgia, Kate Anderson of 
Savannah, Georgia, Trisha Putthoff of Shawnee, Bethany Owens of 
Centennial, Colorado, and Brad Betsworth of Galeton, Colorado; eight 
step-grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, seven 
step-great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. 
Ruth is preceded in death by her husbands, Morgan O. Betsworth and 
Charles Breeding; son, Michael M. Betsworth; parents, William and Veda 
Maupin; sister, Jacqueline M. Robinson; and step-son, Daniel Breeding; 
step-grandson, Taylor Oglesby; great-granddaughter, Sadee Gifford; and 
great-grandson, Jax Putthoff. 
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the 
United Methodist Church in Hugoton, Kansas, with Pastor Wesley Young and
 Pastor Gary Stafford officiating. Interment will follow at the Hugoton
 Cemetery in Hugoton. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 
from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th St. in 
Hugoton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to 
Pheasant Heaven Charities in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 920 E. 11th 
St. Hugoton, KS 67951. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Ruth Lenora Breeding

July 21, 1956
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 18, 2022

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

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 </figure>July 21, 1956
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 September 18, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Martina&nbsp;(Leiker) Rohr, age 95, was called home to God on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at Main Street Manor, Russell, Kansas.

She was born January 11, 1927, in Munjor, Kansas, to Martin F. and Veronica (Pfannenstiel) Leiker. &nbsp;She married Nickolas P. “Nick” Rohr on August 12, 1946, at Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on August 22, 2008.

Her&nbsp;childhood was spent on the farm outside of Munjor, and in her teen years she went to work in Kansas City in an&nbsp;egg factory as WWII started&nbsp;to help support our military soldiers. &nbsp;In 1967&nbsp;she went to work at the Russell Regional Hospital&nbsp;as a nurse’s&nbsp;aid. &nbsp;Martina spent 25 years there helping&nbsp;to deliver babies, caring for new mothers and spoiling newborns in the nursery.&nbsp;She lived&nbsp;in Gorham, and the last seven years she has been a resident of the Main Street Manor.

She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Daughters of Isabella both of Gorham. Martina&nbsp;loved spending time with&nbsp;her grandkids and great grandkids. &nbsp;She attended many school activities, sports events, music concerts, grandparents day, and graduations. &nbsp;Her love for God was shown in many ways by&nbsp;her devotion to the church, the D of I, and many other volunteered services over the years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Martina was a loving wife, mom, grandma, great grandma, and great great grandma.

Survivors include her children, Mary Cline and husband, Chris,&nbsp;Gorham, KS; Rita Clenney and husband, Larry, Russell, KS; Delores&nbsp;Boettcher and husband, Paul, Russell, KS; her seven grandchildren; her 13 great grandchildren; her one great great grandchild;&nbsp;her sisters, Benita Rack, Anna Louise Dinkel, Aletha Hertel and Bernice Hammerschmidt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband;&nbsp;her brothers, Celestine Leiker, Clarence Leiker, &nbsp;Wilfred&nbsp;“Bill” Leiker; her sisters, Kate Windholz and Agedia Windholz.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Gorham, Kansas with Father Michael Elan officiating.

Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Gorham, Kansas.

A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, and vigil service at 7:30 P.M. Tuesday, both at St. Mary Church, Gorham, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday all at St. Mary Catholic Church, Gorham, Kansas.

The family suggest memorials&nbsp;payable to: St. Mary Catholic Church or St. Mary Cemetery Fund in care of the mortuary.

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

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

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Martina&nbsp;(Leiker) Rohr, age 95, was called home to God on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at Main Street Manor, Russell, Kansas.She was born January 11, 1927, in Munjor, Kansas, to Martin F. and Veronica (Pfannenstiel) Leiker. &nbsp;She married Nickolas P. “Nick” Rohr on August 12, 1946, at Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on August 22, 2008.Her&nbsp;childhood was spent on the farm outside of Munjor, and in her teen years she went to work in Kansas City in an&nbsp;egg factory as WWII started&nbsp;to help support our military soldiers. &nbsp;In 1967&nbsp;she went to work at the Russell Regional Hospital&nbsp;as a nurse’s&nbsp;aid. &nbsp;Martina spent 25 years there helping&nbsp;to deliver babies, caring for new mothers and spoiling newborns in the nursery.&nbsp;She lived&nbsp;in Gorham, and the last seven years she has been a resident of the Main Street Manor.She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Daughters of Isabella both of Gorham. Martina&nbsp;loved spending time with&nbsp;her grandkids and great grandkids. &nbsp;She attended many school activities, sports events, music concerts, grandparents day, and graduations. &nbsp;Her love for God was shown in many ways by&nbsp;her devotion to the church, the D of I, and many other volunteered services over the years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Martina was a loving wife, mom, grandma, great grandma, and great great grandma.Survivors include her children, Mary Cline and husband, Chris,&nbsp;Gorham, KS; Rita Clenney and husband, Larry, Russell, KS; Delores&nbsp;Boettcher and husband, Paul, Russell, KS; her seven grandchildren; her 13 great grandchildren; her one great great grandchild;&nbsp;her sisters, Benita Rack, Anna Louise Dinkel, Aletha Hertel and Bernice Hammerschmidt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband;&nbsp;her brothers, Celestine Leiker, Clarence Leiker, &nbsp;Wilfred&nbsp;“Bill” Leiker; her sisters, Kate Windholz and Agedia Windholz.&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Gorham, Kansas with Father Michael Elan officiating.Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Gorham, Kansas.A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, and vigil service at 7:30 P.M. Tuesday, both at St. Mary Church, Gorham, Kansas.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday all at St. Mary Catholic Church, Gorham, Kansas.The family suggest memorials&nbsp;payable to: St. Mary Catholic Church or St. Mary Cemetery Fund in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Martina (Leiker) Rohr

Ivonne “Vonnie” S. Burmeister, 83, passed away on September 18, 2022,
 at the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, Kansas. Vonnie was born on 
August 20, 1939, in the Methodist Parsonage in Claflin, Kansas, to Emery
 E. and Twila M. (Bisbee) Grossardt.&nbsp; She married Ferdinand “Fritz” H. 
Burmeister on January 23, 1960, in Claflin, Kansas.

Vonnie graduated from Claflin High School as the Class President and 
Valedictorian in 1957 and then attended Emporia State University.&nbsp; In 
addition to supporting Fritz on the family farm, she worked at banks in 
Claflin and Galatia, Stricker Farms, and the Hoisington Public Library.&nbsp;
 She especially enjoyed working with the young children as the 
Children’s Librarian.

Vonnie was a 58-year member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in 
Galatia, where she was active on church council, ladies’ group, and 
choir.&nbsp; She supported her children as a leader with the Fairview Scouts 
4-H club and taught crocheting and knitting.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband Fritz, her parents, and 
step-father Norbert Riebel.&nbsp; She is survived by; sons Chris (Shahi) of 
Cinnaminson, NJ, Dan (Tammy) of Plainfield, IL, and Kurt (Mandy) of 
Eastborough, KS; grandsons, Zane (Daniella) of Chesterfield, MI, Jacob 
(Hannah) of Royal Oak, MI, Grant of Lakewood, CO, and Graham of Golden, 
CO; great granddaughters, Brielle and Ava; sister, Darlene (Larry) 
Plymell of Hays, KS; step-sister, Carol (Larry) Horton of Great Bend, 
KS; step-brother Jim (Dee) Riebel of Lubbock, TX; and many nieces and 
nephews.

Visitation will be at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington from
 9am – 6pm on September 20, with family to greet friends from 6pm – 8pm.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 am on September 21, 2022, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Reverend Wayne Baldyga presiding, 
followed by burial at Fairview Cemetery in Galatia.

Memorials may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran Church or the American
 Heart Association in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Ivonne “Vonnie” S. Burmeister, 83, passed away on September 18, 2022,
 at the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, Kansas. Vonnie was born on 
August 20, 1939, in the Methodist Parsonage in Claflin, Kansas, to Emery
 E. and Twila M. (Bisbee) Grossardt.&nbsp; She married Ferdinand “Fritz” H. 
Burmeister on January 23, 1960, in Claflin, Kansas.Vonnie graduated from Claflin High School as the Class President and 
Valedictorian in 1957 and then attended Emporia State University.&nbsp; In 
addition to supporting Fritz on the family farm, she worked at banks in 
Claflin and Galatia, Stricker Farms, and the Hoisington Public Library.&nbsp;
 She especially enjoyed working with the young children as the 
Children’s Librarian.Vonnie was a 58-year member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in 
Galatia, where she was active on church council, ladies’ group, and 
choir.&nbsp; She supported her children as a leader with the Fairview Scouts 
4-H club and taught crocheting and knitting.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband Fritz, her parents, and 
step-father Norbert Riebel.&nbsp; She is survived by; sons Chris (Shahi) of 
Cinnaminson, NJ, Dan (Tammy) of Plainfield, IL, and Kurt (Mandy) of 
Eastborough, KS; grandsons, Zane (Daniella) of Chesterfield, MI, Jacob 
(Hannah) of Royal Oak, MI, Grant of Lakewood, CO, and Graham of Golden, 
CO; great granddaughters, Brielle and Ava; sister, Darlene (Larry) 
Plymell of Hays, KS; step-sister, Carol (Larry) Horton of Great Bend, 
KS; step-brother Jim (Dee) Riebel of Lubbock, TX; and many nieces and 
nephews.Visitation will be at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington from
 9am – 6pm on September 20, with family to greet friends from 6pm – 8pm.Funeral service will be at 10:30 am on September 21, 2022, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Reverend Wayne Baldyga presiding, 
followed by burial at Fairview Cemetery in Galatia.Memorials may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran Church or the American
 Heart Association in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.

Ivonne 'Vonnie' S. Burmeister

Evelyn Louise (Hardin) Mitchell, 88, of Hays, Kansas, and formerly of 
Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Via Christi
 Village in Hays.

Evelyn was born March 11, 1934, in Albany, Missouri, the daughter of 
Walter and Grace (McMichael) Hardin.&nbsp; She grew up in Albany and 
graduated from Albany High School in 1952.&nbsp; Evelyn met, fell in love, 
and was united in marriage to James Dale “JD” Mitchell on November 22, 
1953, in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; This union was blessed with five 
children; Rose, Lonnie, Debra, Kathy and Jim.&nbsp; They made their home in 
Council Grove, Kansas, before moving to Ellsworth, Kansas.&nbsp; Then in 1960 
they moved to Russell.&nbsp; JD preceded her in death on September 4, 1988.&nbsp; 
Later, she met Kenneth McMichael and was close companions for over 20 
years.

Evelyn was a devoted wife and homemaker for her family.&nbsp; She obtained
 her certification as a Certified Nurses Aid and worked at Gatewood in 
Russell.&nbsp; She also worked over 20 years with Russell Regional Hospital 
as a nursing aid.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Ladies 
Auxiliary.&nbsp; She was known for her cooking especially fried chicken, and 
would expect everyone that visited to eat.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading books 
and spending time with her family and friends.

Evelyn’s surviving family include her daughters, Rose Dugan (Don) of 
Leonardville, Kansas, Debra Dronberger (Keith) of Lima, Ohio, and Kathy 
Moser (Michael) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; sons, Lonnie Mitchell 
(Michele) of Russell, Kansas, and Jim Mitchell (Tammy) of Russell, Kansas;
 sister, Anna Mae of Grand City, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren and 
fourteen great grandchildren.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband JD, and brother Jerry Hardin.

Celebration of Evelyn’s Life will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, 
September 21, 2022, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 20, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 8:00
 PM at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet 
friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; 

Memorials have been established with 
Via Christi Village or the Russell Public Library.&nbsp; Contributions and 
condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in 
charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Evelyn Louise (Hardin) Mitchell, 88, of Hays, Kansas, and formerly of 
Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Via Christi
 Village in Hays.Evelyn was born March 11, 1934, in Albany, Missouri, the daughter of 
Walter and Grace (McMichael) Hardin.&nbsp; She grew up in Albany and 
graduated from Albany High School in 1952.&nbsp; Evelyn met, fell in love, 
and was united in marriage to James Dale “JD” Mitchell on November 22, 
1953, in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; This union was blessed with five 
children; Rose, Lonnie, Debra, Kathy and Jim.&nbsp; They made their home in 
Council Grove, Kansas, before moving to Ellsworth, Kansas.&nbsp; Then in 1960 
they moved to Russell.&nbsp; JD preceded her in death on September 4, 1988.&nbsp; 
Later, she met Kenneth McMichael and was close companions for over 20 
years.Evelyn was a devoted wife and homemaker for her family.&nbsp; She obtained
 her certification as a Certified Nurses Aid and worked at Gatewood in 
Russell.&nbsp; She also worked over 20 years with Russell Regional Hospital 
as a nursing aid.&nbsp; &nbsp;She was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Ladies 
Auxiliary.&nbsp; She was known for her cooking especially fried chicken, and 
would expect everyone that visited to eat.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading books 
and spending time with her family and friends.Evelyn’s surviving family include her daughters, Rose Dugan (Don) of 
Leonardville, Kansas, Debra Dronberger (Keith) of Lima, Ohio, and Kathy 
Moser (Michael) of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; sons, Lonnie Mitchell 
(Michele) of Russell, Kansas, and Jim Mitchell (Tammy) of Russell, Kansas;
 sister, Anna Mae of Grand City, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren and 
fourteen great grandchildren.Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband JD, and brother Jerry Hardin.Celebration of Evelyn’s Life will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, 
September 21, 2022, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 20, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 8:00
 PM at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet 
friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; Memorials have been established with 
Via Christi Village or the Russell Public Library.&nbsp; Contributions and 
condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in 
charge of these arrangements.

Evelyn L. Mitchell

Jilliane Wilkerson Andrews, 29, of Hill City, Kansas, passed away suddenly Sunday, September 4, 2022. She was born August 6, 1993, in Houston. 

Although a native of Texas, Jilliane was raised in Virginia, graduating from Varina High School, with the class of 2011. Jilliane was a kind and loving person with a gentle spirit. 

Her greatest joys were her children. Left to cherish Jilliane’s memory are her husband, Wayne; a daughter, Lilly and a son, Ian; her parents, Sharri Bangoy and Richard Wilkerson; and her brothers, Tim Russo, Tom Russo and Allen Wilkerson. She is also survived by her grandmothers Geraldine Payne and Juanita Wilkerson. 

There will be a private service for Jilliane in Virginia.

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 </figure>Jilliane Wilkerson Andrews, 29, of Hill City, Kansas, passed away suddenly Sunday, September 4, 2022. She was born August 6, 1993, in Houston. Although a native of Texas, Jilliane was raised in Virginia, graduating from Varina High School, with the class of 2011. Jilliane was a kind and loving person with a gentle spirit. Her greatest joys were her children. Left to cherish Jilliane’s memory are her husband, Wayne; a daughter, Lilly and a son, Ian; her parents, Sharri Bangoy and Richard Wilkerson; and her brothers, Tim Russo, Tom Russo and Allen Wilkerson. She is also survived by her grandmothers Geraldine Payne and Juanita Wilkerson. There will be a private service for Jilliane in Virginia.

Jilliane Wilkerson Andrews

Barbara Marie Smischny, 90, of Salina, Kansas, passed peacefully 
with family present on September 17, 2022, after a brief illness. Barbara
 was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on May 21, 1932, to Victor and Mary 
(Guarino) Passiglia. She attended North High School, Kansas City, 
Missouri, and graduated from Park College, Parkville, Missouri, in 1952 
with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

After 
graduation, Barbara moved to Ellsworth, Kansas, and taught at Ellsworth 
Junior High School. She met the love of her life, Donald Smischny, in 
1954 at choir practice at the Ellsworth Presbyterian Church when he 
returned to his hometown of Ellsworth after serving overseas in the Navy
 during the Korean War. They were married in Kansas City, Missouri on 
May 29, 1955, and together they had four children: Randy Smischny - 
Manhattan, Kansas; Cheryl Klink (Doug) - Estes Park, Colorado; Melinda 
Hutton (Tracy) - North Newton, Kansas; and Janis Smischny - Salina, 
Kansas.

Barbara raised her four children in Ellsworth, 
and returned to teaching when her youngest daughter started elementary 
school. She was a Title IX teacher in the Ellsworth School District for 
19 years. She was very active in the Ellsworth Presbyterian Church, and 
she and Don enjoyed square dancing with the Ellsworth Twirlers. She was 
an excellent bridge player, and played in several women’s and couples’ 
Bridge Clubs. Barbara was also a proud member of the American 
Association of University Women.

Barbara and Don moved to Salina, 
Kansas in 1996, where they enjoyed an active retirement. They have 
resided at Salina Presbyterian Manor since 2008. She was an active 
member of Sunrise Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed traveling with her 
husband and family, singing in the church choir, dancing, playing cards,
 reading voraciously, and cooking - especially her famous Italian 
Spaghetti and Meatballs.

Barbara is survived by her 
husband of 67 years, Don Smischny, her four children, and four 
grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother, 
Victor Passiglia Jr.

A Memorial Service will be held on
 Thursday, September 22, at 10:30 am, at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 
Salina, Kansas. A private inurnment will be held at Roselawn Memorial 
Park, Salina, Kansas at a later date.

Memorial 
donations may be made in Barbara’s name to the Friends of Ellsworth 
Public Library, or the Salina Public Library Fund through the Greater 
Salina Community Foundation.

<figure>
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 </figure>Barbara Marie Smischny, 90, of Salina, Kansas, passed peacefully 
with family present on September 17, 2022, after a brief illness. Barbara
 was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on May 21, 1932, to Victor and Mary 
(Guarino) Passiglia. She attended North High School, Kansas City, 
Missouri, and graduated from Park College, Parkville, Missouri, in 1952 
with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.After 
graduation, Barbara moved to Ellsworth, Kansas, and taught at Ellsworth 
Junior High School. She met the love of her life, Donald Smischny, in 
1954 at choir practice at the Ellsworth Presbyterian Church when he 
returned to his hometown of Ellsworth after serving overseas in the Navy
 during the Korean War. They were married in Kansas City, Missouri on 
May 29, 1955, and together they had four children: Randy Smischny - 
Manhattan, Kansas; Cheryl Klink (Doug) - Estes Park, Colorado; Melinda 
Hutton (Tracy) - North Newton, Kansas; and Janis Smischny - Salina, 
Kansas.Barbara raised her four children in Ellsworth, 
and returned to teaching when her youngest daughter started elementary 
school. She was a Title IX teacher in the Ellsworth School District for 
19 years. She was very active in the Ellsworth Presbyterian Church, and 
she and Don enjoyed square dancing with the Ellsworth Twirlers. She was 
an excellent bridge player, and played in several women’s and couples’ 
Bridge Clubs. Barbara was also a proud member of the American 
Association of University Women.Barbara and Don moved to Salina, 
Kansas in 1996, where they enjoyed an active retirement. They have 
resided at Salina Presbyterian Manor since 2008. She was an active 
member of Sunrise Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed traveling with her 
husband and family, singing in the church choir, dancing, playing cards,
 reading voraciously, and cooking - especially her famous Italian 
Spaghetti and Meatballs.Barbara is survived by her 
husband of 67 years, Don Smischny, her four children, and four 
grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother, 
Victor Passiglia Jr.A Memorial Service will be held on
 Thursday, September 22, at 10:30 am, at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 
Salina, Kansas. A private inurnment will be held at Roselawn Memorial 
Park, Salina, Kansas at a later date.Memorial 
donations may be made in Barbara’s name to the Friends of Ellsworth 
Public Library, or the Salina Public Library Fund through the Greater 
Salina Community Foundation.

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