Disputanta, Va., resident, Jason Edward Revello was born Sept 19, 1982, in Tucson, Arizona to Yolanda Revello of Victoria, Texas. He passed away at Southside Regional Hospital on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Jason was 39 years of age.

Jason worked as a bartender in Corpus Christi, Texas to pay his way through culinary school. He came from a long line of Italian chefs, and he was Going to be the next great one. He graduated from Corden Blue Culinary arts school in Houston, Texas, with a bachelor’s in culinary arts and an Associates in Business management. He won several awards for his excellent cooking and barbecuing. He has been pictured in Texas monthly for his cooking and was nominated into the Biz Marquees Who’s who. He was also featured in the Favorite Chef Competition and made it the semifinals against chefs from around the world. At the time of his passing, he was an Assistant General Manager for Wendy’s Pilot Co.

Survived by his loving wife Mercedes Weber of Disputanta, Virginia. He had six children Earth Romana Wyman age 20 of Kansas City Missouri, Falken Raie Revello Age 18 of Victoria, Texas, Caleb Edward Revello Age 16 of Victoria, Texas, Elijah Edward Revello Age 14 of Victoria, Texas, Nathaniel Roger Revello Age 2 of Disputanta, Virginia, Freya Mae Revello Age 1 of Disputanta, Virginia. His Stepfather David VanderFord of Victoria, Texas. His grandmother Deloris Revello of Tucson, Arizona. His twin brother Joseph Revello of Victoria, Texas and younger brother Jacob Lehman and his wife Tiffany Lehman of Ellis, Kansas. His grandson Lucien Michael Wyman age 1 of Kansas City, Missouri. His nieces and nephews Kelsey, John, Jayden, Christian, and Jerimiah.

Proceeded in death by his Grandfather Jack Joe Revello, His Great Grandfather R.J. Mixon, Great Grand Mother Yolanda Revello.

Memorial Service to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Prince George, Virginia at 10:00 AM Monday August 22nd, 2022. It will be live streamed online links are below.&nbsp;

YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/i7I7ViOZiFk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/i7I7ViOZiFk</a>

Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/468204268221251/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/events/468204268221251/</a>

If you would like to send donations or flowers please send to the church 9300 Community Lane, Petersburg, Virginia 23805&nbsp;

Or contribute to the Families <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/jason-revello-memorial-fund?qid=9c4e59ea17de2312bfbdced6bec1183c">Go Fund Me.</a>

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 </figure>Disputanta, Va., resident, Jason Edward Revello was born Sept 19, 1982, in Tucson, Arizona to Yolanda Revello of Victoria, Texas. He passed away at Southside Regional Hospital on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. Jason was 39 years of age.Jason worked as a bartender in Corpus Christi, Texas to pay his way through culinary school. He came from a long line of Italian chefs, and he was Going to be the next great one. He graduated from Corden Blue Culinary arts school in Houston, Texas, with a bachelor’s in culinary arts and an Associates in Business management. He won several awards for his excellent cooking and barbecuing. He has been pictured in Texas monthly for his cooking and was nominated into the Biz Marquees Who’s who. He was also featured in the Favorite Chef Competition and made it the semifinals against chefs from around the world. At the time of his passing, he was an Assistant General Manager for Wendy’s Pilot Co.Survived by his loving wife Mercedes Weber of Disputanta, Virginia. He had six children Earth Romana Wyman age 20 of Kansas City Missouri, Falken Raie Revello Age 18 of Victoria, Texas, Caleb Edward Revello Age 16 of Victoria, Texas, Elijah Edward Revello Age 14 of Victoria, Texas, Nathaniel Roger Revello Age 2 of Disputanta, Virginia, Freya Mae Revello Age 1 of Disputanta, Virginia. His Stepfather David VanderFord of Victoria, Texas. His grandmother Deloris Revello of Tucson, Arizona. His twin brother Joseph Revello of Victoria, Texas and younger brother Jacob Lehman and his wife Tiffany Lehman of Ellis, Kansas. His grandson Lucien Michael Wyman age 1 of Kansas City, Missouri. His nieces and nephews Kelsey, John, Jayden, Christian, and Jerimiah.Proceeded in death by his Grandfather Jack Joe Revello, His Great Grandfather R.J. Mixon, Great Grand Mother Yolanda Revello.Memorial Service to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Prince George, Virginia at 10:00 AM Monday August 22nd, 2022. It will be live streamed online links are below.&nbsp;YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/i7I7ViOZiFk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/i7I7ViOZiFk</a>Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/468204268221251/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/events/468204268221251/</a>If you would like to send donations or flowers please send to the church 9300 Community Lane, Petersburg, Virginia 23805&nbsp;Or contribute to the Families <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/jason-revello-memorial-fund?qid=9c4e59ea17de2312bfbdced6bec1183c">Go Fund Me.</a>

Jason Edward Revello

James William Beer, 70, passed away August 18, 2022, at his home in Larned.

He was born July 10, 1952, in Larned, the son of Wayne Eugene and Esther Alice Conard Beer.

A lifetime area resident, he was of the Methodist faith. He was a 
fabricator for Doerr Metal and worked in the power plant at Larned State
 Hospital. He attended Hutchinson Community College and was a member of 
the American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Auxiliary.

Survivors include: two brothers, Steven W. (Sharlou Messerschmidt) 
Beer, Wichita, Robert E. Beer, Telluride, Colorado; sister, Jeanne Beer,
 Larned; three nephews, Kevin Beer, Kyle Beer, Danny Sherrid; three 
nieces, Tonya Long, Sabrina Quinn, Stephanie Yahne; and numerous great 
nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, John F. Beer, and sister, Onalee E. Sherrid.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

Arrangements in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>James William Beer, 70, passed away August 18, 2022, at his home in Larned.He was born July 10, 1952, in Larned, the son of Wayne Eugene and Esther Alice Conard Beer.A lifetime area resident, he was of the Methodist faith. He was a 
fabricator for Doerr Metal and worked in the power plant at Larned State
 Hospital. He attended Hutchinson Community College and was a member of 
the American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Auxiliary.Survivors include: two brothers, Steven W. (Sharlou Messerschmidt) 
Beer, Wichita, Robert E. Beer, Telluride, Colorado; sister, Jeanne Beer,
 Larned; three nephews, Kevin Beer, Kyle Beer, Danny Sherrid; three 
nieces, Tonya Long, Sabrina Quinn, Stephanie Yahne; and numerous great 
nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, John F. Beer, and sister, Onalee E. Sherrid.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.Arrangements in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

James William Beer

June 9, 1942
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 August 19, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Mary-B-Heim-Niblock?obId=25667293#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

June 9, 1942
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 August 19, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Mary-B-Heim-Niblock?obId=25667293#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Mary B. (Heim) Niblock

Elmer J. Klein, age 88, of Wichita, Kansas, died Friday, August 19, 2022, at the Kansas Heart Hospital, Wichita, Kansas.

He was born March 13, 1934, at Pfeifer, Kansas, to Adam and Magdalena (Breit) Klein. &nbsp;He married Lila Mae (Sander) on&nbsp;April 18, 1953, at Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on September 15, 2019. &nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfeifer, Kansas&nbsp;with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will be&nbsp;in&nbsp;Holy Cross Cemetery, Pfeifer, Kansas.

A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Thursday, at Holy Cross Catholic Church.

The family Suggests memorials made payable to: Holy Cross Charities Inc. in &nbsp;care of the mortuary.

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 </figure>Elmer J. Klein, age 88, of Wichita, Kansas, died Friday, August 19, 2022, at the Kansas Heart Hospital, Wichita, Kansas.He was born March 13, 1934, at Pfeifer, Kansas, to Adam and Magdalena (Breit) Klein. &nbsp;He married Lila Mae (Sander) on&nbsp;April 18, 1953, at Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;She preceded him in death on September 15, 2019. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfeifer, Kansas&nbsp;with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will be&nbsp;in&nbsp;Holy Cross Cemetery, Pfeifer, Kansas.A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Thursday, at Holy Cross Catholic Church.The family Suggests memorials made payable to: Holy Cross Charities Inc. in &nbsp;care of the mortuary.

 Elmer J. Klein

Margaret Viora (Severns) Leonard, age 82, a longtime Manhattan resident,
 died August 15, 2022, at the Presbyterian Manor in Topeka.
 She was born June 20, 1940, in Norton County, Kansas, the daughter of Ross Eugene and Irma Hilda (Colip) Severns.
 Margaret graduated from Norton High School and then from Kansas State University with her bachelors in Home Economics.
 She worked as a Personal Banker at FirstBank in Manhattan for many
 years. Margaret also worked as the Food Service Director at Manhattan 
Christian College, spent a year in Austria preparing meals at Haus 
Edelweiss for TCM, and various retail positions. After college Margaret 
worked as a county extension agent for Gove County, Kansas.
 Margaret was a member of Crestview Christian Church, P.E.O. – IU Chapter and former chairperson of the Missions Committee. 
 She enjoyed arts and crafts, sewing and was a huge Kansas State athletics fan.
 She was married to Charles Stewart and they later divorced. She 
later married Robert A. “Bob” Leonard on January 1, 1993, at Crestview 
Christian Church. Mr. Leonard preceded her in death on December 1, 
2015.
 Survivors include two children: Kevin Stewart, his wife Kelli, and
 Jana Selley and her husband Rob of Topeka; four grandchildren: Bryan 
Stewart, Ashley Stewart, Bo Selley, and Jeremy Selley and his wife 
Miranda; a great-granddaughter, Stevie Oden, and a brother: Virgil 
Severns and his wife Anne of Fairbanks, AK.
 Margaret’s parents preceded her in death in 1996, and her brother Wilmer Severns in 2021.
 Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday at 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Devin Wendt 
officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in 
Manhattan. 
 Visitation will precede the funeral service on Friday at 9:30 am at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.
 Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.
 Memorial contributions may be made to either Manhattan Christian 
College for the Ross and Irma Severns Scholarship or Crestview Christian
 Church. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Margaret Viora (Severns) Leonard, age 82, a longtime Manhattan resident,
 died August 15, 2022, at the Presbyterian Manor in Topeka.
 She was born June 20, 1940, in Norton County, Kansas, the daughter of Ross Eugene and Irma Hilda (Colip) Severns.
 Margaret graduated from Norton High School and then from Kansas State University with her bachelors in Home Economics.
 She worked as a Personal Banker at FirstBank in Manhattan for many
 years. Margaret also worked as the Food Service Director at Manhattan 
Christian College, spent a year in Austria preparing meals at Haus 
Edelweiss for TCM, and various retail positions. After college Margaret 
worked as a county extension agent for Gove County, Kansas.
 Margaret was a member of Crestview Christian Church, P.E.O. – IU Chapter and former chairperson of the Missions Committee. 
 She enjoyed arts and crafts, sewing and was a huge Kansas State athletics fan.
 She was married to Charles Stewart and they later divorced. She 
later married Robert A. “Bob” Leonard on January 1, 1993, at Crestview 
Christian Church. Mr. Leonard preceded her in death on December 1, 
2015.
 Survivors include two children: Kevin Stewart, his wife Kelli, and
 Jana Selley and her husband Rob of Topeka; four grandchildren: Bryan 
Stewart, Ashley Stewart, Bo Selley, and Jeremy Selley and his wife 
Miranda; a great-granddaughter, Stevie Oden, and a brother: Virgil 
Severns and his wife Anne of Fairbanks, AK.
 Margaret’s parents preceded her in death in 1996, and her brother Wilmer Severns in 2021.
 Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday at 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Devin Wendt 
officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in 
Manhattan. 
 Visitation will precede the funeral service on Friday at 9:30 am at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.
 Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.
 Memorial contributions may be made to either Manhattan Christian 
College for the Ross and Irma Severns Scholarship or Crestview Christian
 Church. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.&nbsp;

Margaret Viora (Severns) Leonard

Marilyn Esther (Marcotte) Rassette went to the heavens August 
12th, 2022. Marilyn was born in Oakley, Kansas, on December 13th, 1937. 
In her youth, she lived in Ellsworth, Wilson and Salina where she 
graduated from Sacred Heart High School.

Marilyn married Ronald Rassette on May 18, 1957. Together, they had 
three children:&nbsp; Angela Rassette (Jennifer) of Wichita. Michael (Terri) 
and their children, Alison, Lance &amp; Lawson of Salina. Ronald Jr 
(Randa) and their children, Trey &amp; Tory of Overland Park, Ks.

Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband Ronald Rassette. Her 
parents Archie and Aermine Marcotte. Siblings: Francis Marcotte, Wilma 
Jean Marcotte, Dorothy Dozier, Donna Miller, and Vernon Marcotte.

Marilyn’s surviving siblings are Pauline Zvolanek, Mary Harris, Kathy
 Tidwell, William (Bill) Marcotte, Robert (Bob) Marcotte, Virginia 
Wakulich, JoAnn Phanenstiel and Kenny Marcotte.

Marilyn was a home-maker for most of her life until she went to work 
for USD 305 food service. She completed 24 years of service in 2006 
where she retired from USD 305 ending her career at Lakewood Middle 
School.

Marilyn is best known for her sweet, loving heart…especially for her 
grandchildren. To many, she was only known as “Grandma.” Together, with 
Ronald (a.k.a. Grandpa), they loved to attend any activity Alison, 
Lance, Lawson, Trey or Tory were involved in… whether it was soccer, 
basketball, football, baseball and pretty much every school event. She 
loved watching all of her grandchildren participate and show off their 
talents. If someone needed to contact “Grandma”, she probably could be 
found next to a court, or by a ball field watching with a big smile on 
her face.

The funeral will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 27th, at St. 
Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church located at 230 E. Cloud. 
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, August 26th, at Ryan 
Mortuary. A rosary will be at 6 p.m. with the family present from 6:30 
to 8. &nbsp;

Memorials may be made to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church.

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 </figure>Marilyn Esther (Marcotte) Rassette went to the heavens August 
12th, 2022. Marilyn was born in Oakley, Kansas, on December 13th, 1937. 
In her youth, she lived in Ellsworth, Wilson and Salina where she 
graduated from Sacred Heart High School.Marilyn married Ronald Rassette on May 18, 1957. Together, they had 
three children:&nbsp; Angela Rassette (Jennifer) of Wichita. Michael (Terri) 
and their children, Alison, Lance &amp; Lawson of Salina. Ronald Jr 
(Randa) and their children, Trey &amp; Tory of Overland Park, Ks.Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband Ronald Rassette. Her 
parents Archie and Aermine Marcotte. Siblings: Francis Marcotte, Wilma 
Jean Marcotte, Dorothy Dozier, Donna Miller, and Vernon Marcotte.Marilyn’s surviving siblings are Pauline Zvolanek, Mary Harris, Kathy
 Tidwell, William (Bill) Marcotte, Robert (Bob) Marcotte, Virginia 
Wakulich, JoAnn Phanenstiel and Kenny Marcotte.Marilyn was a home-maker for most of her life until she went to work 
for USD 305 food service. She completed 24 years of service in 2006 
where she retired from USD 305 ending her career at Lakewood Middle 
School.Marilyn is best known for her sweet, loving heart…especially for her 
grandchildren. To many, she was only known as “Grandma.” Together, with 
Ronald (a.k.a. Grandpa), they loved to attend any activity Alison, 
Lance, Lawson, Trey or Tory were involved in… whether it was soccer, 
basketball, football, baseball and pretty much every school event. She 
loved watching all of her grandchildren participate and show off their 
talents. If someone needed to contact “Grandma”, she probably could be 
found next to a court, or by a ball field watching with a big smile on 
her face.The funeral will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 27th, at St. 
Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church located at 230 E. Cloud. 
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, August 26th, at Ryan 
Mortuary. A rosary will be at 6 p.m. with the family present from 6:30 
to 8. &nbsp;Memorials may be made to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church.

Marilyn Rassette

Larry Laverne Bernard was called to his Heavenly Home on August 17th, 2022 with family by his side.&nbsp; He was born on August 15, 1953, in Imperial, NE to Marlin &amp; Pat Bernard.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Larry was a lifelong educator who enjoyed his roles as a teacher, coach, and principal.&nbsp; He graduated from Osborne High School and continued his studies in education graduating from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He retired from Russell High School as the principal in 2017 after over 40 years in education. &nbsp;Outside of serving his community, Larry also had a passion for riding horses, flying his plane, and drawing simple sketches for all to enjoy.&nbsp; Most of all he loved spending time with his family!&nbsp; He was always looking for a chance to take them to a movie, take them swimming, catch a Nebraska football game, help build anything, shoot a gun, drink some coffee and they never left his home hungry!&nbsp; Larry loved his family!&nbsp;

Larry was preceded in death by his father Marlin Bernard.&nbsp;

Larry is survived by his wife Julie Bernard of Russell, KS; mother Pat Bernard of Osborne, KS; 3 sons: Shad (Amy) Bernard of Dayton, OH; Shay (Andrea) Bernard of Overland Park, KS; Shon (Renee) Bernard of Lewisburg, WV; and their mother Jenny (Bill) Prichard of Topeka, KS; Stepdaughter Hailey (Cody) Braz of St. Francis, KS; Stepson Brady (Jess) Frewen of Brighton, CO; 3 brothers Kenny (Dani Jo) Bernard of Kanopolis, KS; Danny (Deb) Bernard of Russell, KS; Kelly Bernard of Ellsworth, KS; and 10 grandchildren and host of nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held at 4:00 PM, Friday, August 26, 2022 at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will follow at a later date.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. 

In lieu of flowers, a Memorial has been established as the Larry Bernard Memorial Fund.&nbsp; The family is requesting friends to wear their “Bernard Strong” shirts to the service.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Larry Laverne Bernard was called to his Heavenly Home on August 17th, 2022 with family by his side.&nbsp; He was born on August 15, 1953, in Imperial, NE to Marlin &amp; Pat Bernard.&nbsp; &nbsp;Larry was a lifelong educator who enjoyed his roles as a teacher, coach, and principal.&nbsp; He graduated from Osborne High School and continued his studies in education graduating from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He retired from Russell High School as the principal in 2017 after over 40 years in education. &nbsp;Outside of serving his community, Larry also had a passion for riding horses, flying his plane, and drawing simple sketches for all to enjoy.&nbsp; Most of all he loved spending time with his family!&nbsp; He was always looking for a chance to take them to a movie, take them swimming, catch a Nebraska football game, help build anything, shoot a gun, drink some coffee and they never left his home hungry!&nbsp; Larry loved his family!&nbsp;Larry was preceded in death by his father Marlin Bernard.&nbsp;Larry is survived by his wife Julie Bernard of Russell, KS; mother Pat Bernard of Osborne, KS; 3 sons: Shad (Amy) Bernard of Dayton, OH; Shay (Andrea) Bernard of Overland Park, KS; Shon (Renee) Bernard of Lewisburg, WV; and their mother Jenny (Bill) Prichard of Topeka, KS; Stepdaughter Hailey (Cody) Braz of St. Francis, KS; Stepson Brady (Jess) Frewen of Brighton, CO; 3 brothers Kenny (Dani Jo) Bernard of Kanopolis, KS; Danny (Deb) Bernard of Russell, KS; Kelly Bernard of Ellsworth, KS; and 10 grandchildren and host of nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Celebration of Larry’s Life will be held at 4:00 PM, Friday, August 26, 2022 at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church of Russell.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will follow at a later date.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, a Memorial has been established as the Larry Bernard Memorial Fund.&nbsp; The family is requesting friends to wear their “Bernard Strong” shirts to the service.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Larry Laverne Bernard

Esther Eva Mellies, 98, died August 18, 2022, in Dodge City, KS. She 
was born on January 30, 1924, in WaKenney, Kansas, the daughter of Henry 
and Mollie (Schneider) Stenzel. &nbsp;

Esther grew up on a farm in WaKeeney and attended schools in Trego 
County. She moved to Dodge City in 1946 and has been a resident ever 
since. She married Edward Mellies on October 19, 1957, at the Messiah 
Lutheran Church in Dodge City, KS. She owned and operated Esther’s 
Beauty Salon until 1973. Esther was a homemaker and enjoyed doing arts 
and crafts.

She was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church and served in 
various women’s associations with the church and other church 
activities.

Esther is survived by many nieces and nephews and many extended 
family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; loving 
husband; nine brothers; two sisters; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held at Christ the King Lutheran Church on 
Tuesday, August 23, 2022, with Pastor Corky Spittler presiding. Burial 
will follow at Greencrest Memorial Garden in Dodge City, KS.&nbsp; Visitation
 will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Monday, August 22, 2022, from 12:00 
P.M. to 8:00 P.M. the casket will remain closed.&nbsp; 

Memorials are 
suggested to Christ the King Lutheran Church or Hospice of the Prairie 
in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the
 online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Esther Eva Mellies, 98, died August 18, 2022, in Dodge City, KS. She 
was born on January 30, 1924, in WaKenney, Kansas, the daughter of Henry 
and Mollie (Schneider) Stenzel. &nbsp;Esther grew up on a farm in WaKeeney and attended schools in Trego 
County. She moved to Dodge City in 1946 and has been a resident ever 
since. She married Edward Mellies on October 19, 1957, at the Messiah 
Lutheran Church in Dodge City, KS. She owned and operated Esther’s 
Beauty Salon until 1973. Esther was a homemaker and enjoyed doing arts 
and crafts.She was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church and served in 
various women’s associations with the church and other church 
activities.Esther is survived by many nieces and nephews and many extended 
family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; loving 
husband; nine brothers; two sisters; and many nieces and nephews.Funeral service will be held at Christ the King Lutheran Church on 
Tuesday, August 23, 2022, with Pastor Corky Spittler presiding. Burial 
will follow at Greencrest Memorial Garden in Dodge City, KS.&nbsp; Visitation
 will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Monday, August 22, 2022, from 12:00 
P.M. to 8:00 P.M. the casket will remain closed.&nbsp; Memorials are 
suggested to Christ the King Lutheran Church or Hospice of the Prairie 
in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the
 online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Esther Eva Mellies

Duane E. Harper, age 76, of Waucoma, IA passed away on Wednesday, August
 17, 2022 with his wife by his side at Country Winds Manor in Cresco, 
IA.
 A memorial service will be held AT 10:30 am on Saturday, August 27, 
2022 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stapleton, IA with Pastor Laurie 
Ludin-Nelson officiating the service. Burial will follow at St. John’s 
Cemetery at Stapleton. 
 There will be a one hour visitation at the church prior to the 
memorial service on Saturday, August 27, 2022. Online condolences may be
 left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s 
Children’s Hospital.
 Duane Eugene was born May 12, 1946, the son of Eldon and Fern 
(Folkerts) Harper in Hoisington, KS. He was raised on the Harper Family
 Century farm in Albert, KS. Duane0 attended school and graduated from 
Otis High School. After completing his education, Duane attended Fort 
Hays State University where he earned his Master’s Degrees in Business 
and Accounting. In 1968, Duane enlisted in the United States Army 
Reserves. He proudly served his country as a Senior Drill instructor 
and achieved the rank of Sergeant First Class prior to his honorable 
discharge in 1974.

Upon his return home, Duane began his lifelong 
profession as an educator where he taught his passion of business. In 
1986, through a chance meeting, Duane bumped into a young, Charleen 
Dudley. The couple became friends and were united in marriage on March 
26, 1988. Duane lovingly welcomed Charleen’s children, Elizabeth and 
Christopher. Together the family welcomed daughters, Victoria, Meredith
 and Monica. The family has lived in Kansas and Texas and has called 
Iowa “home” since 2000 when he accepted a job at Upper Iowa University
 until his retirement in 2010. 
 When Duane wasn’t sharing his passion in the classroom, he was eager
 to share his love of collectable cars and tractors with his family and 
friends. Duane was also a seasoned distance runner logging up to 16 
miles per day until he was 50 years of age when his health no longer 
allowed him to run. He went on to coach his children in cross country 
and track. He could often be found at local cross country events. Duane
 was also a proud cancer survivor, fighting prostate and pancreatic 
cancers. His family was his pride and joy and loved every moment shared
 with his wife, children and grandchildren. He’s been a lifelong 
Lutheran who was always active in his church.
 Those left to cherish Duane’s memories are his wife, Charleen Harper
 of Waucoma, IA; his children, Elizabeth Peterson of Norman, OK, 
Christopher (Justin Jensen) Dudley of Independence, MO, Victoria 
(Marshall) Halverson of Altoona, IA, Meredith (Layne) Huber of Algona, 
IA and Monica (Adam) Schmitt of West Union, IA; eight grandchildren and 
extended family in Kansas.
 He was preceded in death by his parent, Eldon (Fern) Harper; his siblings, Dennis Harper and Dixie Stein.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Duane E. Harper, age 76, of Waucoma, IA passed away on Wednesday, August
 17, 2022 with his wife by his side at Country Winds Manor in Cresco, 
IA.
 A memorial service will be held AT 10:30 am on Saturday, August 27, 
2022 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stapleton, IA with Pastor Laurie 
Ludin-Nelson officiating the service. Burial will follow at St. John’s 
Cemetery at Stapleton. 
 There will be a one hour visitation at the church prior to the 
memorial service on Saturday, August 27, 2022. Online condolences may be
 left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s 
Children’s Hospital.
 Duane Eugene was born May 12, 1946, the son of Eldon and Fern 
(Folkerts) Harper in Hoisington, KS. He was raised on the Harper Family
 Century farm in Albert, KS. Duane0 attended school and graduated from 
Otis High School. After completing his education, Duane attended Fort 
Hays State University where he earned his Master’s Degrees in Business 
and Accounting. In 1968, Duane enlisted in the United States Army 
Reserves. He proudly served his country as a Senior Drill instructor 
and achieved the rank of Sergeant First Class prior to his honorable 
discharge in 1974. Upon his return home, Duane began his lifelong 
profession as an educator where he taught his passion of business. In 
1986, through a chance meeting, Duane bumped into a young, Charleen 
Dudley. The couple became friends and were united in marriage on March 
26, 1988. Duane lovingly welcomed Charleen’s children, Elizabeth and 
Christopher. Together the family welcomed daughters, Victoria, Meredith
 and Monica. The family has lived in Kansas and Texas and has called 
Iowa “home” since 2000 when he accepted a job at Upper Iowa University
 until his retirement in 2010. 
 When Duane wasn’t sharing his passion in the classroom, he was eager
 to share his love of collectable cars and tractors with his family and 
friends. Duane was also a seasoned distance runner logging up to 16 
miles per day until he was 50 years of age when his health no longer 
allowed him to run. He went on to coach his children in cross country 
and track. He could often be found at local cross country events. Duane
 was also a proud cancer survivor, fighting prostate and pancreatic 
cancers. His family was his pride and joy and loved every moment shared
 with his wife, children and grandchildren. He’s been a lifelong 
Lutheran who was always active in his church.
 Those left to cherish Duane’s memories are his wife, Charleen Harper
 of Waucoma, IA; his children, Elizabeth Peterson of Norman, OK, 
Christopher (Justin Jensen) Dudley of Independence, MO, Victoria 
(Marshall) Halverson of Altoona, IA, Meredith (Layne) Huber of Algona, 
IA and Monica (Adam) Schmitt of West Union, IA; eight grandchildren and 
extended family in Kansas.
 He was preceded in death by his parent, Eldon (Fern) Harper; his siblings, Dennis Harper and Dixie Stein.&nbsp;

Duane E. Harper

Gertrude Mae (Tholen) Brown, age 100, of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 7th,&nbsp;1922, to Anton and Anna&nbsp;(Muehlenkamp)&nbsp;Tholen. &nbsp;She&nbsp;spent most of her childhood in Oakley, Kansas, and graduated from &nbsp;Windhorst&nbsp;High School.&nbsp;She married Noah Brown on October&nbsp;7th,&nbsp;1945, in&nbsp;Salina,&nbsp;Kansas.&nbsp;He preceded her in death on April 15, 1985.

Gertrude owned and&nbsp;operated&nbsp;The Rose Beauty Shop out of the home while she and Noah raised their family&nbsp;in&nbsp;Hays.&nbsp;She had a green thumb,&nbsp;so there was always a bountiful vegetable garden, flowers blooming and a unique collection of houseplants at her home.&nbsp;Gertrude could sew, knit and crochet skillfully, but her passion was quilting. &nbsp;Every baby in the family slept under a crib quilt and received larger quilts as adults.&nbsp;She won many ribbons at the county and state fairs for her beautiful creations.

A devout Catholic, Gertrude was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic&nbsp;Church&nbsp;and a former member of the Christian Mothers,&nbsp;both of Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp;She donated her quilts to the church to benefit a home for unwed mothers and for auction to benefit the Altar Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;

After her children were grown, Gertrude continued working in her salon,&nbsp;gardening,sewing and always made room for her grandchildren in her home. &nbsp;After retiring&nbsp;in 1994she became an avid reader and continued her other hobbies as&nbsp;well.&nbsp;In&nbsp;2020,&nbsp;Gertrude moved to Topeka and spent her remaining years being cared for by her daughter, Janice. &nbsp;

Gertrude is survived by her children:&nbsp;Janice Kleinschmidt, Topeka, KS;&nbsp;Joe (Amy) Brown,&nbsp;Topeka KS;&nbsp;Sam (Linda) Brown,&nbsp;Hays, KS;&nbsp;Ed Brown, Hays, KS;&nbsp;Steve (Helen) Brown,&nbsp;Hays KS;&nbsp;her nine grandchildren: Treasa Jenson;&nbsp;Gene (Chris) Kleinschmidt;Laurie Brown;&nbsp;Lisa Green;&nbsp;Amanda Cooper;&nbsp;Aaron Brown;&nbsp;Sandy (Chris) Viegra;&nbsp;Jeff (Samantha) Brady;&nbsp;Josh (Kathy) Keil;&nbsp;Janice (Mark) Brown;&nbsp;Elizabeth (Jeff) Brown; her19 great-grandchildren,&nbsp;and&nbsp;her19 great-great grandchildren. &nbsp;She also leaves behind sisters-in-law, Del Tholen,&nbsp;Oregon;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dorothy Tholen,&nbsp;Topeka KS;&nbsp;along with many nieces, nephews and other loved ones.

Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents;&nbsp;her husband, Noah; her infant daughter, Mary; her&nbsp;siblings;&nbsp;Edward Tholen,&nbsp;killed in the Battle of Normandy;&nbsp;Margaret (John) Interman;&nbsp;Martha (Henry)&nbsp;Poleman;&nbsp;Louis Tholen and Harry Tholen.

A&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 22, 2022, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 13 and Ash, Hays, Kansas&nbsp;with Father Rich Daise officiation.

Burial will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;

A vigil service and&nbsp;rosary will be at 7:30 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday,&nbsp;and from 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. Monday,at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. &nbsp;

The family suggests memorials payable to: Midland Hospice House of Topeka or Saint Joseph Catholic Church in care of the mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Gertrude Mae (Tholen) Brown, age 100, of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp;She was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 7th,&nbsp;1922, to Anton and Anna&nbsp;(Muehlenkamp)&nbsp;Tholen. &nbsp;She&nbsp;spent most of her childhood in Oakley, Kansas, and graduated from &nbsp;Windhorst&nbsp;High School.&nbsp;She married Noah Brown on October&nbsp;7th,&nbsp;1945, in&nbsp;Salina,&nbsp;Kansas.&nbsp;He preceded her in death on April 15, 1985.Gertrude owned and&nbsp;operated&nbsp;The Rose Beauty Shop out of the home while she and Noah raised their family&nbsp;in&nbsp;Hays.&nbsp;She had a green thumb,&nbsp;so there was always a bountiful vegetable garden, flowers blooming and a unique collection of houseplants at her home.&nbsp;Gertrude could sew, knit and crochet skillfully, but her passion was quilting. &nbsp;Every baby in the family slept under a crib quilt and received larger quilts as adults.&nbsp;She won many ribbons at the county and state fairs for her beautiful creations.A devout Catholic, Gertrude was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic&nbsp;Church&nbsp;and a former member of the Christian Mothers,&nbsp;both of Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp;She donated her quilts to the church to benefit a home for unwed mothers and for auction to benefit the Altar Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;After her children were grown, Gertrude continued working in her salon,&nbsp;gardening,sewing and always made room for her grandchildren in her home. &nbsp;After retiring&nbsp;in 1994she became an avid reader and continued her other hobbies as&nbsp;well.&nbsp;In&nbsp;2020,&nbsp;Gertrude moved to Topeka and spent her remaining years being cared for by her daughter, Janice. &nbsp;Gertrude is survived by her children:&nbsp;Janice Kleinschmidt, Topeka, KS;&nbsp;Joe (Amy) Brown,&nbsp;Topeka KS;&nbsp;Sam (Linda) Brown,&nbsp;Hays, KS;&nbsp;Ed Brown, Hays, KS;&nbsp;Steve (Helen) Brown,&nbsp;Hays KS;&nbsp;her nine grandchildren: Treasa Jenson;&nbsp;Gene (Chris) Kleinschmidt;Laurie Brown;&nbsp;Lisa Green;&nbsp;Amanda Cooper;&nbsp;Aaron Brown;&nbsp;Sandy (Chris) Viegra;&nbsp;Jeff (Samantha) Brady;&nbsp;Josh (Kathy) Keil;&nbsp;Janice (Mark) Brown;&nbsp;Elizabeth (Jeff) Brown; her19 great-grandchildren,&nbsp;and&nbsp;her19 great-great grandchildren. &nbsp;She also leaves behind sisters-in-law, Del Tholen,&nbsp;Oregon;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dorothy Tholen,&nbsp;Topeka KS;&nbsp;along with many nieces, nephews and other loved ones.Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents;&nbsp;her husband, Noah; her infant daughter, Mary; her&nbsp;siblings;&nbsp;Edward Tholen,&nbsp;killed in the Battle of Normandy;&nbsp;Margaret (John) Interman;&nbsp;Martha (Henry)&nbsp;Poleman;&nbsp;Louis Tholen and Harry Tholen.A&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 22, 2022, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 13 and Ash, Hays, Kansas&nbsp;with Father Rich Daise officiation.Burial will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas. &nbsp;A vigil service and&nbsp;rosary will be at 7:30 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday,&nbsp;and from 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. Monday,at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. &nbsp;The family suggests memorials payable to: Midland Hospice House of Topeka or Saint Joseph Catholic Church in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Gertrude Mae (Tholen) Brown

Rodney Earl Martin, 61, passed away on August 16, 2022, at his home in
 Arnold, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on February 19, 1961, in Garden City, 
Kansas, the son of Roy and Charlotte (Chapman) Martin.

Rodney, known as Rod or Barney by friends and family, worked in the 
oilfield for most of his adult life. Most recently, he worked as a pumper
 for Gerald Walker of Dighton. He was a member of the Sunley-Squier Post
 No. 382 Sons of the American Legion. He was a proud father and 
grandfather. He loved to ride his motorcycles, taking his grandson, 
Brendon to Sturgis in 2013. He was interested in paleontology and would 
often search for sharks’ teeth and fossils, boasting many finds and 
small treasures.

Survivors include: Terry Watson, ex-wife and mother of his daughter, 
Tifini (Trent) Shull of WaKeeney; ex-wife, Carol Hatman; 3 stepchildren,
 Jennifer, Billie Jean, Heather; 2 sisters, DeAnna (Ken) Hayes of 
Wichita, Monica (Trae) Kleymann of Sedgwick; 4 nephews, Josh Dumler, 
T.J. Kleymann, Michael Kleymann, Stephen Kleymann; 1 niece, April Roy; 5
 grandchildren, Brendon Martin, Alexis Chapman (Mason Jasper), Jessika 
Chapman, Jeremiah Foskuhl, Martin Shull; and 1 great-grandchild, 
Calcifer Jasper.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has occurred. A memorial service has not yet been planned.

Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

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 </figure>Rodney Earl Martin, 61, passed away on August 16, 2022, at his home in
 Arnold, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on February 19, 1961, in Garden City, 
Kansas, the son of Roy and Charlotte (Chapman) Martin.Rodney, known as Rod or Barney by friends and family, worked in the 
oilfield for most of his adult life. Most recently, he worked as a pumper
 for Gerald Walker of Dighton. He was a member of the Sunley-Squier Post
 No. 382 Sons of the American Legion. He was a proud father and 
grandfather. He loved to ride his motorcycles, taking his grandson, 
Brendon to Sturgis in 2013. He was interested in paleontology and would 
often search for sharks’ teeth and fossils, boasting many finds and 
small treasures.Survivors include: Terry Watson, ex-wife and mother of his daughter, 
Tifini (Trent) Shull of WaKeeney; ex-wife, Carol Hatman; 3 stepchildren,
 Jennifer, Billie Jean, Heather; 2 sisters, DeAnna (Ken) Hayes of 
Wichita, Monica (Trae) Kleymann of Sedgwick; 4 nephews, Josh Dumler, 
T.J. Kleymann, Michael Kleymann, Stephen Kleymann; 1 niece, April Roy; 5
 grandchildren, Brendon Martin, Alexis Chapman (Mason Jasper), Jessika 
Chapman, Jeremiah Foskuhl, Martin Shull; and 1 great-grandchild, 
Calcifer Jasper.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation has occurred. A memorial service has not yet been planned.Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Rodney Earl Martin

Kurt Sullivan Voss, age 65, passed away
 Sunday, August 14, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. He was born April 13, 
1957, in Augsburg, Germany, to Donald Eugene and Joyce Lee (Gilland) 
Voss.

Kurt obtained a bachelor’s degree in 
Biochemistry from Kansas State University as well as a Masters in 
Astronomy from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. This 
allowed him to become a Level Three science and math teacher in New 
Mexico. In addition to being a dedicated teacher, he was an avid 
stargazer in his spare time. Kurt also enjoyed investing and would often
 give advice to friends and loved ones.

Besides being a devoted math and 
science educator, Kurt was also a beloved son, brother, father, and 
uncle. He was known by many for his wonderful sense of humor and caring 
but honest advice. Kurt also enjoyed watching Royals baseball as well as
 Kansas State football. He was an avid follower of his daughter's family
 farm and farmer's market activities. Kurt touched many lives by simply 
showing love and compassion.

Kurt was preceded in death by his father, Donald Voss and his sister, Leanne Pollreis.

Kurt leaves behind his mother, Joyce 
Voss of Wichita KS, his sister, Leslie LaFoy (David) of Peabody KS and 
brother-in-law Randy Pollreis of Walnut KS. He also leaves three 
children, Sarah Voss of Dallas TX, Adrienne Hasart (Josh) of Bethune CO,
 and Don Voss of Fayetteville AR. Kurt had two grandchildren Natalie 
Hasart and John Hasart. He leaves five nephews, Garrett LaFoy (Zuheily) 
of San Antonio TX, Gavin Pollreis, Dominic Pollreis, Colby Pollreis and 
Arthur Pollreis.

A Celebration of life service will be 
held at a later date. Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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

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 </figure>Kurt Sullivan Voss, age 65, passed away
 Sunday, August 14, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. He was born April 13, 
1957, in Augsburg, Germany, to Donald Eugene and Joyce Lee (Gilland) 
Voss.Kurt obtained a bachelor’s degree in 
Biochemistry from Kansas State University as well as a Masters in 
Astronomy from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. This 
allowed him to become a Level Three science and math teacher in New 
Mexico. In addition to being a dedicated teacher, he was an avid 
stargazer in his spare time. Kurt also enjoyed investing and would often
 give advice to friends and loved ones.Besides being a devoted math and 
science educator, Kurt was also a beloved son, brother, father, and 
uncle. He was known by many for his wonderful sense of humor and caring 
but honest advice. Kurt also enjoyed watching Royals baseball as well as
 Kansas State football. He was an avid follower of his daughter's family
 farm and farmer's market activities. Kurt touched many lives by simply 
showing love and compassion.Kurt was preceded in death by his father, Donald Voss and his sister, Leanne Pollreis.Kurt leaves behind his mother, Joyce 
Voss of Wichita KS, his sister, Leslie LaFoy (David) of Peabody KS and 
brother-in-law Randy Pollreis of Walnut KS. He also leaves three 
children, Sarah Voss of Dallas TX, Adrienne Hasart (Josh) of Bethune CO,
 and Don Voss of Fayetteville AR. Kurt had two grandchildren Natalie 
Hasart and John Hasart. He leaves five nephews, Garrett LaFoy (Zuheily) 
of San Antonio TX, Gavin Pollreis, Dominic Pollreis, Colby Pollreis and 
Arthur Pollreis.A Celebration of life service will be 
held at a later date. Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Kurt S. Voss

Clifton Wade Rodriguez, 35, passed away August 18, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

He was born July 16, 1987, in Elkhart, the son of Larry Eduardo Rodriguez and Laura Kay Ash.

A longtime area resident, he was a tire shop technician at Sebes Tire
 in Larned. He enjoyed hunting, shooting, fishing, camping, and all 
things outdoors. He loved spending time with his friends and family.

On May 15, 2015, he married Evette Hostetler in Canon City, Colorado; she survives.

Other survivors include: two daughters, Rionna Rodriguez, Great Bend,
 Lydia Collins Rodriguez, Kinsley; seven brothers, Michael (Shauna) 
Hester, Larned, Wesley Rodriguez, Larned, Larry Hester, Great Falls, 
Montana, Galen Andrew Hester, Camp Verde, Arizona, Larry (Susie) 
Rodriguez Jr., Amarillo, Texas, Rudy (Debra) Rodriguez, Amarillo, Texas,
 Jessie Rodriguez, Amarillo, Texas; three sisters, Tammy Hester, 
Corcoran, California, Diana (Clayton) Brown, Forgan, Oklahoma, Lori 
(Ron) Egen, Amarillo, Texas.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. 
Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Minister 
Roger Nash presiding. Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at 
www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary.

Memorials may be given to the Clifton Wade Rodriguez Memorial Fund in
 care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Clifton Wade Rodriguez, 35, passed away August 18, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.He was born July 16, 1987, in Elkhart, the son of Larry Eduardo Rodriguez and Laura Kay Ash.A longtime area resident, he was a tire shop technician at Sebes Tire
 in Larned. He enjoyed hunting, shooting, fishing, camping, and all 
things outdoors. He loved spending time with his friends and family.On May 15, 2015, he married Evette Hostetler in Canon City, Colorado; she survives.Other survivors include: two daughters, Rionna Rodriguez, Great Bend,
 Lydia Collins Rodriguez, Kinsley; seven brothers, Michael (Shauna) 
Hester, Larned, Wesley Rodriguez, Larned, Larry Hester, Great Falls, 
Montana, Galen Andrew Hester, Camp Verde, Arizona, Larry (Susie) 
Rodriguez Jr., Amarillo, Texas, Rudy (Debra) Rodriguez, Amarillo, Texas,
 Jessie Rodriguez, Amarillo, Texas; three sisters, Tammy Hester, 
Corcoran, California, Diana (Clayton) Brown, Forgan, Oklahoma, Lori 
(Ron) Egen, Amarillo, Texas.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. 
Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Minister 
Roger Nash presiding. Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at 
www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary.Memorials may be given to the Clifton Wade Rodriguez Memorial Fund in
 care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Clifton Wade Rodriguez

Michael Eugene Estes, 77, passed away August 17, 2022, at Stafford County Hospital, Stafford.

He was born in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of Arlie Calvin “Buck” and Dolores Irene Jaynes Estes.

A longtime area resident, he was a member of the First Christian 
Church in Great Bend, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers: 
IBEW Local 304, Mack Flying Club, and a lifetime member of the National 
Benchrest Shooters Association. At six years old he was baptized at the 
First Christian Church, Great Bend, with his mom, dad, and sister, all 
on the same day. He graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963 and 
attended Kansas State University. Following his college graduation, he 
enlisted in the Army National Guard from 1966 to 1972 and attended 
training in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, home of the 101st 
Airborne. &nbsp;He was a Foreman for the City of St. John Electrical 
Department, then later worked for PAR Electric where he retired after 
20+ years. In his spare time, he enjoyed flying model airplanes, 
benchrest shooting, model boats, fishing, and spending time with his 
family.

Survivors include: his daughter, Kalla (Mike Jr.) Miller, Stafford, 
and four grandchildren: Mason, Westen, Wyatt, and McKay; his friend, 
Carol Martin and their two dogs, Desirea and Luna Belle.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Virena Walls, and brother-in-law, Tommy Walls.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Wade Russell presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in Great Bend Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Stafford County Hospital in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal 
condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Michael Eugene Estes, 77, passed away August 17, 2022, at Stafford County Hospital, Stafford.He was born in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of Arlie Calvin “Buck” and Dolores Irene Jaynes Estes.A longtime area resident, he was a member of the First Christian 
Church in Great Bend, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers: 
IBEW Local 304, Mack Flying Club, and a lifetime member of the National 
Benchrest Shooters Association. At six years old he was baptized at the 
First Christian Church, Great Bend, with his mom, dad, and sister, all 
on the same day. He graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963 and 
attended Kansas State University. Following his college graduation, he 
enlisted in the Army National Guard from 1966 to 1972 and attended 
training in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, home of the 101st 
Airborne. &nbsp;He was a Foreman for the City of St. John Electrical 
Department, then later worked for PAR Electric where he retired after 
20+ years. In his spare time, he enjoyed flying model airplanes, 
benchrest shooting, model boats, fishing, and spending time with his 
family.Survivors include: his daughter, Kalla (Mike Jr.) Miller, Stafford, 
and four grandchildren: Mason, Westen, Wyatt, and McKay; his friend, 
Carol Martin and their two dogs, Desirea and Luna Belle.He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Virena Walls, and brother-in-law, Tommy Walls.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Wade Russell presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in Great Bend Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Stafford County Hospital in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal 
condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Michael Eugene Estes

Richard L. Tennant, 86, died August 17, 2022, at Ascension Via 
Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 1, 
1936, in Magic City, Texas, the son of Glenard “Whitie” and Thelma Grace
 (Bridges) Tennant. Richard graduated from Lefors High School in 1955.

On June 2, 1957, he married his high school sweetheart, Ann Stracner at the Baptist Church in Lefors, Texas.

Richard worked his whole life in the oil field in many different 
aspects.&nbsp; He started with Sinclair Oil and Gas as a roustabout, a truck 
driver, and a pumper. They were later bought out by Atlantic Richfield 
where he worked his way from truck driver to foreman. Retiring in 2000 
with British Petroleum as a supervisor.

Richard and Ann moved with his oil field jobs, living in Stafford and
 Medicine Lodge, and finally moving to Claflin in 1974.&nbsp; He was active 
in the Volunteer Fire Departments in Stafford, Medicine Lodge and 
eventually Claflin where he was also an EMT.&nbsp; He was a member of the 
Claflin United Methodist Church, the Hoisington Masonic Lodge #331, the 
Golden Sheaf Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #226, and the Midian 
Shrine Center, receiving 50 year pins in each respectively.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ann Tennant of the home; and 
two daughters, Melinda Crager and husband Ron of Wichita and Gracie 
Demel and husband Roy of Ellinwood; 8 grandchildren, and 11 great 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitaiton will be 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 22, 2022, at 
Claflin United Methodist Church, with Pastor Diana Webster presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Claflin Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Claflin United Methodist Church, 
Hoisington Masonic Lodge #331, or the Golden Sheaf OES Chapter #226, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Richard L. Tennant, 86, died August 17, 2022, at Ascension Via 
Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 1, 
1936, in Magic City, Texas, the son of Glenard “Whitie” and Thelma Grace
 (Bridges) Tennant. Richard graduated from Lefors High School in 1955.On June 2, 1957, he married his high school sweetheart, Ann Stracner at the Baptist Church in Lefors, Texas.Richard worked his whole life in the oil field in many different 
aspects.&nbsp; He started with Sinclair Oil and Gas as a roustabout, a truck 
driver, and a pumper. They were later bought out by Atlantic Richfield 
where he worked his way from truck driver to foreman. Retiring in 2000 
with British Petroleum as a supervisor.Richard and Ann moved with his oil field jobs, living in Stafford and
 Medicine Lodge, and finally moving to Claflin in 1974.&nbsp; He was active 
in the Volunteer Fire Departments in Stafford, Medicine Lodge and 
eventually Claflin where he was also an EMT.&nbsp; He was a member of the 
Claflin United Methodist Church, the Hoisington Masonic Lodge #331, the 
Golden Sheaf Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #226, and the Midian 
Shrine Center, receiving 50 year pins in each respectively.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ann Tennant of the home; and 
two daughters, Melinda Crager and husband Ron of Wichita and Gracie 
Demel and husband Roy of Ellinwood; 8 grandchildren, and 11 great 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.Visitaiton will be 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 22, 2022, at 
Claflin United Methodist Church, with Pastor Diana Webster presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Claflin Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Claflin United Methodist Church, 
Hoisington Masonic Lodge #331, or the Golden Sheaf OES Chapter #226, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Richard L. Tennant

Elaine Louise (Jennings) Smith, age 94, passed away on August 8, 2022, at the Logan County Senior Living Nursing Home in Oakley.&nbsp; She was born to Henry &amp; Angeline Jennings on September 20, 1927.&nbsp; Elaine was born and raised in Colby, Kansas.&nbsp; After graduating from Colby High School in 1945, Elaine met the love of her life while working at Lois’ Drug Store in Colby.&nbsp; Don and Elaine married on August 8, 1946, in Colby and were blessed with one child, Robert “Bruce” Smith, on April 2, 1955. In her younger years, Elaine enjoyed off-road jeep adventures, motorcycle rides, and ship cruises.&nbsp; She enjoyed working with the public as a telephone operator, a receptionist, and retired from the Oakley Public Library in the early 2000’s.&nbsp; Elaine had acquired some very meaningful relationships during her stay at the home and enjoyed visits from her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry &amp; Angeline Jennings, her husband Donald Smith, her son Bruce Smith, her sister Opal (Sam) Unruh, and brother-in-law, Bob Randle. Elaine
 is survived by her brother-in-law, Stan (Virginia) Smith of Oakley, 
sister-in-law, Phyllis Randle of Wichita, and nieces and nephews. Elaine will be greatly missed by family and friends. Cremation
 was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held in her honor on Saturday, 
August 20, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Oakley Cemetery with Pastor Bob 
Kelly officiating. Memorials to the Oakley Public Library may be sent in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS&nbsp; 67748. Sign the online guestbook at www.kennedykosterfh.com

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 </figure>Elaine Louise (Jennings) Smith, age 94, passed away on August 8, 2022, at the Logan County Senior Living Nursing Home in Oakley.&nbsp; She was born to Henry &amp; Angeline Jennings on September 20, 1927.&nbsp; Elaine was born and raised in Colby, Kansas.&nbsp; After graduating from Colby High School in 1945, Elaine met the love of her life while working at Lois’ Drug Store in Colby.&nbsp; Don and Elaine married on August 8, 1946, in Colby and were blessed with one child, Robert “Bruce” Smith, on April 2, 1955. In her younger years, Elaine enjoyed off-road jeep adventures, motorcycle rides, and ship cruises.&nbsp; She enjoyed working with the public as a telephone operator, a receptionist, and retired from the Oakley Public Library in the early 2000’s.&nbsp; Elaine had acquired some very meaningful relationships during her stay at the home and enjoyed visits from her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry &amp; Angeline Jennings, her husband Donald Smith, her son Bruce Smith, her sister Opal (Sam) Unruh, and brother-in-law, Bob Randle. Elaine
 is survived by her brother-in-law, Stan (Virginia) Smith of Oakley, 
sister-in-law, Phyllis Randle of Wichita, and nieces and nephews. Elaine will be greatly missed by family and friends. Cremation
 was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held in her honor on Saturday, 
August 20, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Oakley Cemetery with Pastor Bob 
Kelly officiating. Memorials to the Oakley Public Library may be sent in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS&nbsp; 67748. Sign the online guestbook at www.kennedykosterfh.com

Elaine Louise Smith

Glen Leo Stricker, 92, passed away on August 17, 2022, in rural 
Barton County. He was born on January 20, 1930, to Gottfried &amp; 
Amalia “Mollie” (Niedenthal) Stricker. He married Norma Karst on 
September 28, 1952, at Bender Hill Lutheran Church in Russell County, 
Kan.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Glen was a contractor for G&amp;L 
Construction and Hubert Bender Home Builders. He was a member of St. 
Mark Lutheran Church and VFW Post #3111 in Great Bend. He enjoyed 
gardening, genealogy, fishing, farming and spending time with his 
family. Glen was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving during
 the Korean war, also being stationed in Saudi Arabia.

Survivors include, his wife, Norma Stricker of the home; a son, 
Anthony "Tony" Stricker of Great Bend; two daughters, Cynthia Axman of 
Broken Arrow, Okla. and Michelle Lanham and husband Chuck of Fort Worth,
 Tex.; four brothers, Elmer Stricker of Tex., Roy "Bob" Stricker and 
Dean Stricker all of Great Bend and Thomas “Tom” Stricker of Hill City; 
four sisters, Elsena Bender of Great Bend and Lenetta Springer of Ill., 
Mary Jane Doonan of Ariz. and Kathryn Booth of Okla.; three 
granddaughters, Alisha Hunley and husband Clifton, Baylee Lanham and 
Keely Lanham; two great grandchildren, Jarrett Hunley and KayLynne 
Hunley; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harvey Stricker, 
Gottfried “Fritz” Stricker Jr., and an infant brother, Henry Hubert 
Stricker; sisters, Rozella Van Reenan and Helena “Helen” Michaelis; and a
 grandson, Jared Axman.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 22, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 
to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August
 23, 2022, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Great Bend with Pastor Adam 
Wutka presiding. Interment will be in Golden Belt Memorial Park in Great
 Bend with Military Rites conducted by the McConnell Air Force Base 
Honor Guard. 

Memorials have been designated to St. Mark Lutheran Church,
 in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Glen Leo Stricker, 92, passed away on August 17, 2022, in rural 
Barton County. He was born on January 20, 1930, to Gottfried &amp; 
Amalia “Mollie” (Niedenthal) Stricker. He married Norma Karst on 
September 28, 1952, at Bender Hill Lutheran Church in Russell County, 
Kan.A longtime Great Bend resident, Glen was a contractor for G&amp;L 
Construction and Hubert Bender Home Builders. He was a member of St. 
Mark Lutheran Church and VFW Post #3111 in Great Bend. He enjoyed 
gardening, genealogy, fishing, farming and spending time with his 
family. Glen was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving during
 the Korean war, also being stationed in Saudi Arabia.Survivors include, his wife, Norma Stricker of the home; a son, 
Anthony "Tony" Stricker of Great Bend; two daughters, Cynthia Axman of 
Broken Arrow, Okla. and Michelle Lanham and husband Chuck of Fort Worth,
 Tex.; four brothers, Elmer Stricker of Tex., Roy "Bob" Stricker and 
Dean Stricker all of Great Bend and Thomas “Tom” Stricker of Hill City; 
four sisters, Elsena Bender of Great Bend and Lenetta Springer of Ill., 
Mary Jane Doonan of Ariz. and Kathryn Booth of Okla.; three 
granddaughters, Alisha Hunley and husband Clifton, Baylee Lanham and 
Keely Lanham; two great grandchildren, Jarrett Hunley and KayLynne 
Hunley; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harvey Stricker, 
Gottfried “Fritz” Stricker Jr., and an infant brother, Henry Hubert 
Stricker; sisters, Rozella Van Reenan and Helena “Helen” Michaelis; and a
 grandson, Jared Axman.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 22, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 
to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August
 23, 2022, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Great Bend with Pastor Adam 
Wutka presiding. Interment will be in Golden Belt Memorial Park in Great
 Bend with Military Rites conducted by the McConnell Air Force Base 
Honor Guard. Memorials have been designated to St. Mark Lutheran Church,
 in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Glen Leo Stricker

September 22, 1930 ~ August 18, 2022

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

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John J. Bass

Patricia Bernice Hemken, 69, passed away after a three-year battle 
with cancer on August 17, 2022, peacefully at home in Great Bend, 
Kansas. She was born on January 31, 1953, at Pawnee Rock, Kansas, to 
Edwin &amp; Margaret (Halda) Hemken.

Coming from Larned to Great Bend in 1994, Patricia spent her working 
life as an LPN for Larned State Hospital. She loved her family, plants, 
and fur baby: Kody Bear Daytona Dreamer.

Survivors include long-time significant other Steve Fellers, of the 
home; one daughter, Shawna (Trey) Fiesterman of Great Bend; on 
granddaughter, Paige Barry of Great Bend; two brothers, Edwin (Diana) 
Hemken of Derby and Robert (Mo) Hemken of Pawnee Rock; and three 
sisters, Dorothy Hessman of Dodge City, Joyce Hemken of Alvin, Tex., and
 Sue (Jim) Wozniak of Bovins, Ark. She is preceded in death by her 
parents and sister, Janis Folkerts.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Per 
Patricia’s wishes, there will not be a memorial service. 

Memorials have 
been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Patricia Bernice Hemken, 69, passed away after a three-year battle 
with cancer on August 17, 2022, peacefully at home in Great Bend, 
Kansas. She was born on January 31, 1953, at Pawnee Rock, Kansas, to 
Edwin &amp; Margaret (Halda) Hemken.Coming from Larned to Great Bend in 1994, Patricia spent her working 
life as an LPN for Larned State Hospital. She loved her family, plants, 
and fur baby: Kody Bear Daytona Dreamer.Survivors include long-time significant other Steve Fellers, of the 
home; one daughter, Shawna (Trey) Fiesterman of Great Bend; on 
granddaughter, Paige Barry of Great Bend; two brothers, Edwin (Diana) 
Hemken of Derby and Robert (Mo) Hemken of Pawnee Rock; and three 
sisters, Dorothy Hessman of Dodge City, Joyce Hemken of Alvin, Tex., and
 Sue (Jim) Wozniak of Bovins, Ark. She is preceded in death by her 
parents and sister, Janis Folkerts.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Per 
Patricia’s wishes, there will not be a memorial service. Memorials have 
been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Patricia Bernice Hemken

Royce Alan Roesch, 86, of Quinter, KS, passed away on Thursday, July 
21, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center in Quinter, KS. &nbsp;Royce was born 
August 9, 1935, in Quinter, KS, and adopted by Archie Bryan and Ida 
(Bowman) Roesch. He graduated from Quinter High School with the class of
 1954.

Royce attended McPherson College for two years, then served in 
Brethren Volunteer Service, from 1956 to 1958 in Austria and Greece, 
teaching the local farmers different farming techniques. He graduated 
from McPherson College in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science degree in 
Education.

Royce and Mary Jennings met at McPherson College and were united in 
marriage on December 17, 1960, at the First Central Church of the 
Brethren in Kansas City, KS, and together they enjoyed 62 years of 
marriage.&nbsp; To this union, Royce and Mary were blessed with four 
children, three daughters, Paula, Michele and Amy, and son Brian.

Royce was an educator in Logan, KS and Waterford, CA, teaching for 
10 years, before returning to Quinter in 1973 to take over the family 
farm.&nbsp; After farming, later in life Royce enjoyed working at Formation 
Plastics and driving a bus for the Quinter School District.

Royce was a creative and forward thinker all of his life.&nbsp; He loved a
 long road trip and taking the road less traveled. Camping, traveling, 
family, friends, photography and tinkering with his R.V. was among his 
favorite things.

Royce is survived by his wife Mary Roesch, Quinter; four children, 
Paula Sargent, Quinter; Brian Roesch (Linda), Quinter; Michele Roesch 
Johnson (Eric), McPherson, KS; Amy Crist (John) Quinter; grandchildren, 
Justin Roesch (Kayla) Taylor, TX, &nbsp;Katie Sargent (Eathan) Hays, KS, 
Dylan Sargent, Ransom, KS, Zach Roesch (Jen), Westminster, CO, Tim 
Roesch (Heidi), Littleton, CO, Aubrey Roesch, Quinter, KS, Jesse Roesch,
 Manhattan, KS, Addie Johnson, Manhattan, NY, Tate Johnson, Little Rock,
 AR, Scott Crist, (fiancé, Kassie), Quinter, KS, Jaci Wenger (Brian) 
Rogers, AR, Brett Crist, (fiancé, Danielle), Rawlings, WY, Kylie Crist, 
Oakley, KS; great grandchildren, Elijah, Rylee, Aiden, Emilynn, Madison 
R., Olivia, Naomi, Madison W.; and many nieces and nephews, sister Doris
 Snyder (Dale), Sabetha, KS.

Royce was preceded in death by his parents Bryan and Ida, foster brother Louie Williams and wife Shirley

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 27, 
2022, at the Church of the Brethren, Quinter, KS, with Pastor Keith Funk
 officiating. Interment will follow at Baker Township Cemetery.

Memorials may be made in care of the American Diabetes Association 
and Quinter Secret Santa. Donations to the organizations may be sent to 
Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 Main St. Quinter, Kansas, 67752.

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 </figure>Royce Alan Roesch, 86, of Quinter, KS, passed away on Thursday, July 
21, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center in Quinter, KS. &nbsp;Royce was born 
August 9, 1935, in Quinter, KS, and adopted by Archie Bryan and Ida 
(Bowman) Roesch. He graduated from Quinter High School with the class of
 1954.Royce attended McPherson College for two years, then served in 
Brethren Volunteer Service, from 1956 to 1958 in Austria and Greece, 
teaching the local farmers different farming techniques. He graduated 
from McPherson College in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science degree in 
Education.Royce and Mary Jennings met at McPherson College and were united in 
marriage on December 17, 1960, at the First Central Church of the 
Brethren in Kansas City, KS, and together they enjoyed 62 years of 
marriage.&nbsp; To this union, Royce and Mary were blessed with four 
children, three daughters, Paula, Michele and Amy, and son Brian.Royce was an educator in Logan, KS and Waterford, CA, teaching for 
10 years, before returning to Quinter in 1973 to take over the family 
farm.&nbsp; After farming, later in life Royce enjoyed working at Formation 
Plastics and driving a bus for the Quinter School District.Royce was a creative and forward thinker all of his life.&nbsp; He loved a
 long road trip and taking the road less traveled. Camping, traveling, 
family, friends, photography and tinkering with his R.V. was among his 
favorite things.Royce is survived by his wife Mary Roesch, Quinter; four children, 
Paula Sargent, Quinter; Brian Roesch (Linda), Quinter; Michele Roesch 
Johnson (Eric), McPherson, KS; Amy Crist (John) Quinter; grandchildren, 
Justin Roesch (Kayla) Taylor, TX, &nbsp;Katie Sargent (Eathan) Hays, KS, 
Dylan Sargent, Ransom, KS, Zach Roesch (Jen), Westminster, CO, Tim 
Roesch (Heidi), Littleton, CO, Aubrey Roesch, Quinter, KS, Jesse Roesch,
 Manhattan, KS, Addie Johnson, Manhattan, NY, Tate Johnson, Little Rock,
 AR, Scott Crist, (fiancé, Kassie), Quinter, KS, Jaci Wenger (Brian) 
Rogers, AR, Brett Crist, (fiancé, Danielle), Rawlings, WY, Kylie Crist, 
Oakley, KS; great grandchildren, Elijah, Rylee, Aiden, Emilynn, Madison 
R., Olivia, Naomi, Madison W.; and many nieces and nephews, sister Doris
 Snyder (Dale), Sabetha, KS.Royce was preceded in death by his parents Bryan and Ida, foster brother Louie Williams and wife ShirleyA memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 27, 
2022, at the Church of the Brethren, Quinter, KS, with Pastor Keith Funk
 officiating. Interment will follow at Baker Township Cemetery.Memorials may be made in care of the American Diabetes Association 
and Quinter Secret Santa. Donations to the organizations may be sent to 
Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 Main St. Quinter, Kansas, 67752.

Royce Alan Roesch

Gertrude Brown, age 100, of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 22, 2022,
 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 13 and Ash, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will
 be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;

A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:30 P.M. Sunday, at 
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday and from 9:00 to 9:45 
A.M. Monday at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Gertrude Brown, age 100, of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 22, 2022,
 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 13 and Ash, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will
 be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:30 P.M. Sunday, at 
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday and from 9:00 to 9:45 
A.M. Monday at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gertrude Brown

Amy E. Yeager, 48, passed away August 12, 2022, in Manhattan.

She was born March 31, 1974, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Michael Yeager and Ann Shackelford.

She was a homemaker and a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Larned.

Survivors include: her parents, Mike (Jill) Yeager, Larned, Ann 
(D.J.) Chance, Claremore, Oklahoma; daughter, Hailey Russell, Manhattan;
 son, Hunter Shoffner, Asheville, North Carolina; three sisters, Jenny 
(Bryon) Machado, Miami, Oklahoma, Kristen Stitt, Wichita, Katherine 
(Aaron) Pohl, Lansing; two brothers, Luke Brown and Sean (Amber) Brown, 
both of Hutchinson; grandparents, Geneva Pivonka, Larned, Connie 
Ratliff, Larned; two nieces, Addison Machado and Ashlyn Pohl; nephew, 
Maddox Machado; and her four-legged-pal, Lucy.

She was preceded in death by her son, Sam Doherty.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2022, at the 
First Presbyterian Church, Larned, with Pastor Dennis Scheibmeir 
presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 21, 
2022, at Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 5:00 to 7:00. Burial 
will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society or First 
Presbyterian Church, Larned in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Amy E. Yeager, 48, passed away August 12, 2022, in Manhattan.She was born March 31, 1974, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Michael Yeager and Ann Shackelford.She was a homemaker and a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Larned.Survivors include: her parents, Mike (Jill) Yeager, Larned, Ann 
(D.J.) Chance, Claremore, Oklahoma; daughter, Hailey Russell, Manhattan;
 son, Hunter Shoffner, Asheville, North Carolina; three sisters, Jenny 
(Bryon) Machado, Miami, Oklahoma, Kristen Stitt, Wichita, Katherine 
(Aaron) Pohl, Lansing; two brothers, Luke Brown and Sean (Amber) Brown, 
both of Hutchinson; grandparents, Geneva Pivonka, Larned, Connie 
Ratliff, Larned; two nieces, Addison Machado and Ashlyn Pohl; nephew, 
Maddox Machado; and her four-legged-pal, Lucy.She was preceded in death by her son, Sam Doherty.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2022, at the 
First Presbyterian Church, Larned, with Pastor Dennis Scheibmeir 
presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 21, 
2022, at Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 5:00 to 7:00. Burial 
will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society or First 
Presbyterian Church, Larned in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, Kansas 67550.

Amy E. Yeager

William Robert Veitch, 79, died peacefully on August 15, 2022, with loved ones at his side at his home in Boulder, CO.

Bill was born in Ellsworth, Kansas, on November 22, 1942, to William 
J. and Frances Veitch. He grew up in Salina, spending treasured time 
with his grandparents in Barnard and Kanopolis. He was active in Boy 
Scouts, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

After graduating from Salina High School and College of Emporia, he 
enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March 1964. He attended Officer Candidate 
School in Newport, Rhode Island, and served three tours in Southeast 
Asia as a Gunnery Officer on board the USS Wedderburn between 1964 and 
1967.

When he returned from his service in the Navy, Bill earned his 
master’s degree and PhD from Kansas State University, studying 
quantitative methods and completing his dissertation on a computer 
program that he wrote comparing statistical tests. He spent the next 30 
years working as an administrator in testing and research for public 
school districts in Michigan and Colorado, retiring in 2003.

Bill spent his retirement enjoying travel, Major League Baseball, 
classic movies, time with grandkids, good food and fine wine. He was 
unbeatable at trivia and the New York Times crossword puzzle. Bill’s 
kindness and generous spirit were known by all of those close to him. 
His sharp intellect and sense of humor will be missed and remembered 
forever. He was a good man.

He is survived by his son, William Donald Veitch (Heather) of 
Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter, Susan Veitch Twetten (Daniel) of 
Boulder, Colorado; grandchildren Olivia, Isabel, Liam, Zoe, Jane and 
Elsa; and former wife and longtime friend Jane Roane. The family would 
also like to thank his trusted caregiver Pemba Warren for her devoted 
care in his final years.

Funeral services will be held at the graveside at 3:00 p.m. Saturday 
August 20, 2022, in the Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina, Ks.&nbsp; The family 
will receive friends at the Ryan Mortuary at 2:00 pm that day before 
processing to the graveside.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Boy Scout Troop #2 in care of First Presbyterian Church, Salina.

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 </figure>William Robert Veitch, 79, died peacefully on August 15, 2022, with loved ones at his side at his home in Boulder, CO.Bill was born in Ellsworth, Kansas, on November 22, 1942, to William 
J. and Frances Veitch. He grew up in Salina, spending treasured time 
with his grandparents in Barnard and Kanopolis. He was active in Boy 
Scouts, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.After graduating from Salina High School and College of Emporia, he 
enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March 1964. He attended Officer Candidate 
School in Newport, Rhode Island, and served three tours in Southeast 
Asia as a Gunnery Officer on board the USS Wedderburn between 1964 and 
1967.When he returned from his service in the Navy, Bill earned his 
master’s degree and PhD from Kansas State University, studying 
quantitative methods and completing his dissertation on a computer 
program that he wrote comparing statistical tests. He spent the next 30 
years working as an administrator in testing and research for public 
school districts in Michigan and Colorado, retiring in 2003.Bill spent his retirement enjoying travel, Major League Baseball, 
classic movies, time with grandkids, good food and fine wine. He was 
unbeatable at trivia and the New York Times crossword puzzle. Bill’s 
kindness and generous spirit were known by all of those close to him. 
His sharp intellect and sense of humor will be missed and remembered 
forever. He was a good man.He is survived by his son, William Donald Veitch (Heather) of 
Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter, Susan Veitch Twetten (Daniel) of 
Boulder, Colorado; grandchildren Olivia, Isabel, Liam, Zoe, Jane and 
Elsa; and former wife and longtime friend Jane Roane. The family would 
also like to thank his trusted caregiver Pemba Warren for her devoted 
care in his final years.Funeral services will be held at the graveside at 3:00 p.m. Saturday 
August 20, 2022, in the Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina, Ks.&nbsp; The family 
will receive friends at the Ryan Mortuary at 2:00 pm that day before 
processing to the graveside.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Boy Scout Troop #2 in care of First Presbyterian Church, Salina.

William Robert Veitch

The Rev. Francis
Maurice Runyon was born at home in Grinnell, rural Gove County, Kansas, on June
25, 1925. His parents were Orda Abel and Edna Mae Beougher Runyon. He was the
sixth of seven children. He passed away at the age of 97 on Tuesday, August 16,
2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehab.

Francis
 attended West Sunny Slope grade school and Grinnell Rural High School. 
He was converted at an early age and attended and joined the Grinnell 
Grace Church of the Nazarene. While in high school, Francis felt the 
call of God to be a minister of the Gospel. However, his formal 
education was interrupted by Uncle Sam for World War II. The farm boy 
“saw the world” by serving in the U.S. Navy as a crew member of the USS 
Rockingham (troop transport ship), amphibious forces in the Pacific, 
1944-46. He was ranked a Motor Machinists Mate, 3rd Class Petty Officer 
and a veteran of Okinawa and initial occupation landings in Japan. Upon 
discharge from the navy the discharging officer asked him what he 
planned to do once he was out of the Navy. Francis firmly stated that 
God had called him to be a minister. He returned home to complete his 
high school education and graduated in 1947. He then attended Bethany 
Peniel College (now Southern Nazarene University), Bethany, Oklahoma, 
and obtained degrees of Th.B. and B.A.

While in college, Francis met Betty Marie Powers of Henryetta,
Oklahoma. They were married on August 12, 1949. They were blessed with three
children, Charlotte Ann, Kenneth Allen and Joanna Marie. Upon his second
graduation from college in 1952, Francis &amp; Betty began a 40-year ministry
serving together with the Churches of the Nazarene in Severy, Atwood, WaKeeney,
Smith Center and Scott City, all in Kansas, and in Crawford, Nebraska. Upon
retirement, they returned to Smith Center, where Betty died two months later,
in July of 1992. They were married almost 43 years. Francis did pulpit supply
and served as interim pastor in Smith County, held revival services, served as
hospital chaplain and American Legion Post 220 Chaplain and was a member of the
local American Legion and Lions Club.

While “filling in” for a funeral at the First Presbyterian Church
in Smith Center, he became re-acquainted with Joanne Hill, who was to play the
piano for the service. He “liked what he saw” and surprised himself, Joanne,
and all their Runyon and Hill children when they decided to try dating. He
wasn't sure how close they were in age. So, since it is never okay to ask a
lady her age, he checked her birth date on her tombstone in the Crystal Plains
Cemetery! On November 26, 1994, Francis married Barbara “Joanne” Dick Hill.
They spent 27 years together, fishing, hunting (once!), visiting “the farm,”
and pulling the camper to various locations and seeing the sights. They both
loved visiting the Crawford, Nebraska area and that “church family” and going
to the Black Hills. They also each enjoyed the family reunions held by both
families. When camping and road trips were no longer possible, they were still
always busy with coffee, clubs, church activities and their “daily appointment”
at the “center table” at Jiffy Burger. They took great enjoyment with visits
from the nieces &amp; nephews, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

After he became a resident of Smith Center Health &amp; Rehab,
Francis continued to be “Pastor Runyon” for the Sunday services during the
Covid shut down. He looked forward to his daily phone calls with Joanne and
evening visits, even when they had to be by Walkie-talkie through the front
door.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Noel Ray,
Naomi Ruth Hartzler, Virgil “Paul,” Neva Leola Broggi, Eunice Louise Jones, and
Justus “Leroy.” He was also preceded in death by wives Betty Marie Powers
(1992) and Barbara “Joanne” Dick Hill (2022), daughter Charlotte Ann (2007) and
son Kenneth Allen (1983).

He is survived by daughter Joanna, brother-in-law Paul Harper,
step-children Alan (Lynne) Hill and Patricia (Darren) Meyer, all of Smith
County, and Mary Jane McIntyre of Salina. Other survivors include 8
grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandson and many nieces
and nephews from the Runyon, Harper and Hill families.

Funeral
 services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the 
Church of the Nazarene, 117 E. New York St., Smith Center, KS, with 
Pastor Jeremy Carr officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Friday, 
August 19, 2022, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with family present to greet 
friends and family from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. 
until service time all at the Church of the Nazarene.&nbsp; Burial will take 
place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; 

In lieu of flowers, 
memorials may be given to the Church of the Nazarene Agape Fund or 
Alabaster Offering or a memorial in his name and can be sent in care of 
All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Rev. Francis
Maurice Runyon was born at home in Grinnell, rural Gove County, Kansas, on June
25, 1925. His parents were Orda Abel and Edna Mae Beougher Runyon. He was the
sixth of seven children. He passed away at the age of 97 on Tuesday, August 16,
2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehab.Francis
 attended West Sunny Slope grade school and Grinnell Rural High School. 
He was converted at an early age and attended and joined the Grinnell 
Grace Church of the Nazarene. While in high school, Francis felt the 
call of God to be a minister of the Gospel. However, his formal 
education was interrupted by Uncle Sam for World War II. The farm boy 
“saw the world” by serving in the U.S. Navy as a crew member of the USS 
Rockingham (troop transport ship), amphibious forces in the Pacific, 
1944-46. He was ranked a Motor Machinists Mate, 3rd Class Petty Officer 
and a veteran of Okinawa and initial occupation landings in Japan. Upon 
discharge from the navy the discharging officer asked him what he 
planned to do once he was out of the Navy. Francis firmly stated that 
God had called him to be a minister. He returned home to complete his 
high school education and graduated in 1947. He then attended Bethany 
Peniel College (now Southern Nazarene University), Bethany, Oklahoma, 
and obtained degrees of Th.B. and B.A.While in college, Francis met Betty Marie Powers of Henryetta,
Oklahoma. They were married on August 12, 1949. They were blessed with three
children, Charlotte Ann, Kenneth Allen and Joanna Marie. Upon his second
graduation from college in 1952, Francis &amp; Betty began a 40-year ministry
serving together with the Churches of the Nazarene in Severy, Atwood, WaKeeney,
Smith Center and Scott City, all in Kansas, and in Crawford, Nebraska. Upon
retirement, they returned to Smith Center, where Betty died two months later,
in July of 1992. They were married almost 43 years. Francis did pulpit supply
and served as interim pastor in Smith County, held revival services, served as
hospital chaplain and American Legion Post 220 Chaplain and was a member of the
local American Legion and Lions Club.While “filling in” for a funeral at the First Presbyterian Church
in Smith Center, he became re-acquainted with Joanne Hill, who was to play the
piano for the service. He “liked what he saw” and surprised himself, Joanne,
and all their Runyon and Hill children when they decided to try dating. He
wasn't sure how close they were in age. So, since it is never okay to ask a
lady her age, he checked her birth date on her tombstone in the Crystal Plains
Cemetery! On November 26, 1994, Francis married Barbara “Joanne” Dick Hill.
They spent 27 years together, fishing, hunting (once!), visiting “the farm,”
and pulling the camper to various locations and seeing the sights. They both
loved visiting the Crawford, Nebraska area and that “church family” and going
to the Black Hills. They also each enjoyed the family reunions held by both
families. When camping and road trips were no longer possible, they were still
always busy with coffee, clubs, church activities and their “daily appointment”
at the “center table” at Jiffy Burger. They took great enjoyment with visits
from the nieces &amp; nephews, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.After he became a resident of Smith Center Health &amp; Rehab,
Francis continued to be “Pastor Runyon” for the Sunday services during the
Covid shut down. He looked forward to his daily phone calls with Joanne and
evening visits, even when they had to be by Walkie-talkie through the front
door.He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Noel Ray,
Naomi Ruth Hartzler, Virgil “Paul,” Neva Leola Broggi, Eunice Louise Jones, and
Justus “Leroy.” He was also preceded in death by wives Betty Marie Powers
(1992) and Barbara “Joanne” Dick Hill (2022), daughter Charlotte Ann (2007) and
son Kenneth Allen (1983).He is survived by daughter Joanna, brother-in-law Paul Harper,
step-children Alan (Lynne) Hill and Patricia (Darren) Meyer, all of Smith
County, and Mary Jane McIntyre of Salina. Other survivors include 8
grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandson and many nieces
and nephews from the Runyon, Harper and Hill families.Funeral
 services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the 
Church of the Nazarene, 117 E. New York St., Smith Center, KS, with 
Pastor Jeremy Carr officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Friday, 
August 19, 2022, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with family present to greet 
friends and family from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. 
until service time all at the Church of the Nazarene.&nbsp; Burial will take 
place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, 
memorials may be given to the Church of the Nazarene Agape Fund or 
Alabaster Offering or a memorial in his name and can be sent in care of 
All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.&nbsp;

The Rev. Francis Maurice Runyon

Kay Ann (Hoeting) Parks, 64, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022, in 
Wakeeney, Kansas. Kay was born April 3, 1958, in Colby, Kansas, to 
Delmer Lee and Evelyn Marie (Super) Hoeting. She grew up on the family 
farm south of Penokee and attended Penokee Grade School and graduated 
from Morland High School in 1976. During her school years, Kay was 
active in 4-H, FFA, and sports. She was a member of the Morland Tigers 
state volleyball team and always did well on her entries at the county 
fair. She won Grand Champion at the Kansas State Fair one year with her 
yeast bread recipe. 
 	Kay attended Colby Community College where she was a member of the 
volleyball team that played at Nationals in Baltimore, Maryland. She 
married Mike Parks in 1977. They later divorced. Their son, Aaron Denton
 Parks, was born in 1977 and daughter Amy Renee Parks arrived in 1980. 
Kay was a devoted mother who attended all her children’s school, 
sporting, and 4-H events. She continued this even after her kids were 
grown by attending events Amy coached.
 	Kay began working at Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital in 1984 where 
she served as Materials Manager for 38 years. Never one to sit still, 
Kay always had a second job. Over the years, she could be found working 
at Camerons, Tropps, Prairie Junction, Reds, and Sub Station. She joined
 the Graham County Fair Board in 1994 and served as the 
secretary/treasurer for 28 years. Kay was recently honored as the Grand 
Marshal for the 2022 Graham County Fair Parade. She devoted thousands 
of hours to the planning, promotion, and running of the fair. She loved 
to see the community come together to compete and enjoy each other. Kay 
also served on the Kansas Fairs and Festivals Board for 13 years. During
 that time, she served as secretary/treasurer, vice-president, and 
president of the state association. She enjoyed her time on the board 
and said it felt like one big family working together. 
 	Kay was independent and self-sufficient. She had a heart of gold 
and an ornery streak in equal measure. She enjoyed watching and playing 
sports and spent several summers playing on a women’s softball team. She
 loved the outdoors and went fishing as often as she could. She was an 
avid gardener who was known far and wide for her specialization in 
irises. Kay was also a gifted baker. She was well-known for her 
generosity among the recipients who enjoyed her homemade donuts, rolls, 
noodles, cinnamon twists, cookies, and annual sweets platter. She had a 
special connection with each of her nieces and nephews who have fond 
memories of her bringing special treats and afternoons spent sledding, 
horseback riding, and cooking. The most special place in her heart, 
however, was reserved for her grandchildren. She loved spending time 
with them and watching their activities and events. 
 	Those gone before her to welcome her to heaven include her father 
Delmer Hoeting, brother Bill Hoeting, and grandson Taegan Stewart. Those
 left to cherish and honor her memory include her mother Evelyn Hoeting,
 Hill City; her children, Aaron and Abby Parks, Olathe, and Amy and 
Kerry Stewart, Hill City; her grandsons: Kolby, Kiptyn, and Kasyn 
Stewart; her granddaughter Berkley Parks; her siblings: Glenda Peltier, 
Reno, Nevada, Ben and Jeanette Hoeting, Rexford, and Marvin and Heather 
Hoeting, Manhattan; her nieces and nephews; and more friends than anyone
 could count. 
 	 Kay fought bravely to the very end, proving that cancer cannot 
invade the soul, suppress memories, kill friendships, destroy peace, 
conquer the spirit, shatter hope, cripple love, corrode faith, silence 
courage, or steal eternal life. Her legacy lives on through the 
organizations she served, the lives she touched, and the family she 
loved.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kay-Ann-Parks?obId=25626164#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Kay Ann (Hoeting) Parks, 64, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022, in 
Wakeeney, Kansas. Kay was born April 3, 1958, in Colby, Kansas, to 
Delmer Lee and Evelyn Marie (Super) Hoeting. She grew up on the family 
farm south of Penokee and attended Penokee Grade School and graduated 
from Morland High School in 1976. During her school years, Kay was 
active in 4-H, FFA, and sports. She was a member of the Morland Tigers 
state volleyball team and always did well on her entries at the county 
fair. She won Grand Champion at the Kansas State Fair one year with her 
yeast bread recipe. 
 	Kay attended Colby Community College where she was a member of the 
volleyball team that played at Nationals in Baltimore, Maryland. She 
married Mike Parks in 1977. They later divorced. Their son, Aaron Denton
 Parks, was born in 1977 and daughter Amy Renee Parks arrived in 1980. 
Kay was a devoted mother who attended all her children’s school, 
sporting, and 4-H events. She continued this even after her kids were 
grown by attending events Amy coached.
 	Kay began working at Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital in 1984 where 
she served as Materials Manager for 38 years. Never one to sit still, 
Kay always had a second job. Over the years, she could be found working 
at Camerons, Tropps, Prairie Junction, Reds, and Sub Station. She joined
 the Graham County Fair Board in 1994 and served as the 
secretary/treasurer for 28 years. Kay was recently honored as the Grand 
Marshal for the 2022 Graham County Fair Parade. She devoted thousands 
of hours to the planning, promotion, and running of the fair. She loved 
to see the community come together to compete and enjoy each other. Kay 
also served on the Kansas Fairs and Festivals Board for 13 years. During
 that time, she served as secretary/treasurer, vice-president, and 
president of the state association. She enjoyed her time on the board 
and said it felt like one big family working together. 
 	Kay was independent and self-sufficient. She had a heart of gold 
and an ornery streak in equal measure. She enjoyed watching and playing 
sports and spent several summers playing on a women’s softball team. She
 loved the outdoors and went fishing as often as she could. She was an 
avid gardener who was known far and wide for her specialization in 
irises. Kay was also a gifted baker. She was well-known for her 
generosity among the recipients who enjoyed her homemade donuts, rolls, 
noodles, cinnamon twists, cookies, and annual sweets platter. She had a 
special connection with each of her nieces and nephews who have fond 
memories of her bringing special treats and afternoons spent sledding, 
horseback riding, and cooking. The most special place in her heart, 
however, was reserved for her grandchildren. She loved spending time 
with them and watching their activities and events. 
 	Those gone before her to welcome her to heaven include her father 
Delmer Hoeting, brother Bill Hoeting, and grandson Taegan Stewart. Those
 left to cherish and honor her memory include her mother Evelyn Hoeting,
 Hill City; her children, Aaron and Abby Parks, Olathe, and Amy and 
Kerry Stewart, Hill City; her grandsons: Kolby, Kiptyn, and Kasyn 
Stewart; her granddaughter Berkley Parks; her siblings: Glenda Peltier, 
Reno, Nevada, Ben and Jeanette Hoeting, Rexford, and Marvin and Heather 
Hoeting, Manhattan; her nieces and nephews; and more friends than anyone
 could count. 
 	 Kay fought bravely to the very end, proving that cancer cannot 
invade the soul, suppress memories, kill friendships, destroy peace, 
conquer the spirit, shatter hope, cripple love, corrode faith, silence 
courage, or steal eternal life. Her legacy lives on through the 
organizations she served, the lives she touched, and the family she 
loved.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Kay-Ann-Parks?obId=25626164#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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