Paul Jerome “P.J.” Axman, 64, passed away June 21, 2022, at Via 
Christi St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Wichita. He was born on 
April 22, 1958, at Great Bend, to Jerome "Jack" &amp; Betty Mae (Smolik)
 Axman. He married Brenda Frydendall on June 5, 1981, at Olmitz.

A lifetime Barton county resident, Paul was a general contractor, 
owning and operating Axman Builders for nearly 38 years. He was a member
 of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Hoisington, and devoted 
member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Assembly and Knights of 
Columbus Council #2100, Olmitz. Never having idle hands, it was his 
lifelong passion spending time restoring his 1931 Model A with his 
nephew, Chad Axman. He especially loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include, his wife, Brenda Axman of the home; his son, 
Douglas Axman and wife Jenn and beloved granddaughter, Adalynn Axman, 
all of Hoisington; one brother, Joe; three sisters, Lillian, Barbara and
 Rita; mother-in-law, JoAnn Frydendall; and many nieces, nephews and 
great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a 
brother, Michael; a sister, Judy; brother-in-law, Tom; and 
father-in-law, Garth Frydendall.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday, June 27,
 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N. Main, Hoisington. Vigil
 service and Knights of Columbus Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 
27, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Olmitz. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will 
be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 28, at St. Ann Catholic Church, 
with Father Anselm Eke and Father Jacob Schneider concelebrating. 
Interment will be in St. Ann Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials 
have been designated to Paul Jerome Axman Expense Fund, Sisters of the 
Immaculate Heart of Mary, Wichita, or Adalynn's Education Fund, in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Paul Jerome “P.J.” Axman, 64, passed away June 21, 2022, at Via 
Christi St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Wichita. He was born on 
April 22, 1958, at Great Bend, to Jerome "Jack" &amp; Betty Mae (Smolik)
 Axman. He married Brenda Frydendall on June 5, 1981, at Olmitz.A lifetime Barton county resident, Paul was a general contractor, 
owning and operating Axman Builders for nearly 38 years. He was a member
 of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Hoisington, and devoted 
member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Assembly and Knights of 
Columbus Council #2100, Olmitz. Never having idle hands, it was his 
lifelong passion spending time restoring his 1931 Model A with his 
nephew, Chad Axman. He especially loved spending time with his family.Survivors include, his wife, Brenda Axman of the home; his son, 
Douglas Axman and wife Jenn and beloved granddaughter, Adalynn Axman, 
all of Hoisington; one brother, Joe; three sisters, Lillian, Barbara and
 Rita; mother-in-law, JoAnn Frydendall; and many nieces, nephews and 
great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a 
brother, Michael; a sister, Judy; brother-in-law, Tom; and 
father-in-law, Garth Frydendall.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday, June 27,
 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N. Main, Hoisington. Vigil
 service and Knights of Columbus Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 
27, at St. Ann Catholic Church, Olmitz. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will 
be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 28, at St. Ann Catholic Church, 
with Father Anselm Eke and Father Jacob Schneider concelebrating. 
Interment will be in St. Ann Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials 
have been designated to Paul Jerome Axman Expense Fund, Sisters of the 
Immaculate Heart of Mary, Wichita, or Adalynn's Education Fund, in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Paul Jerome 'P.J.' Axman

Sunday, September 14th, 1958-Wednesday, June 15th, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Sunday, September 14th, 1958-Wednesday, June 15th, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Marvin Russell 'Rusty' Selby

Karen Louise Sunderland, age 80 years, of Great Bend, KS passed away 
on Thursday morning June 16, 2022, at Azria Health Woodhaven Care Center 
in Great Bend. &nbsp;Karen was born on October 1, 1941, in Hutchinson, KS to 
Raymond T. and Mary Louise (Alexander) Mullenix. 

Karen was raised in 
Bushton, KS and graduated from Bushton High School in 1960. &nbsp;Later, she 
became a Nurse’s Aide in Wichita, KS working there and also at CKMC 
hospital in Great Bend for several years. &nbsp;On March 10, 1977 Karen and 
Guy Sunderland were united in marriage in Great Bend. The blended family
 of Guy’s three daughters and Karen’s son grew larger when their only 
child together, Mandi Kay, was born May 15, 1978. The family lived in 
Dodge City, KS and Tulsa, OK before returning to Great Bend permanently.


 Karen became an active volunteer in the community, especially for the 
Central Kansas Dream Center and Soup Kitchen. She was also known for 
mentoring high school students and others with her faith and Bible 
studies. Karen was quick to respond to anyone who wanted to hear a 
comforting scripture, including her sisters who admired her vast 
knowledge and understanding of the Bible. &nbsp;Known as the “best cook in 
the family”, Karen loved making collages and was talented in many kinds 
of crafts. She always enjoyed fishing with her husband, Guy. &nbsp;Above all,
 Karen loved God, family, and life as a Christian woman. As everyone has
 struggles and hardships, Karen faced more than her share, yet 
she&nbsp;remained strong in her faith and touched so many lives with her 
kind, loving heart.

Karen is survived by two daughters: Desiree Werth of Holyrood, KS 
and&nbsp;Dawn Lang of Great Bend, KS; seven grandchildren: Briana Feist, 
Sarah Tisdale, &nbsp;Ashley, Keshia, &amp; Sydney Werth, Jotni Pankey and 
Kialy Giesking; &nbsp;nine great-grandchildren; four sisters: Shirley R. 
Jeter of Kingfisher, OK, Trudy M. Magee of Bloomington, IL, &nbsp;Nora J. 
Anderson of Bloomington, IN, and&nbsp;Deanna S. Harris of Overland Park, KS; 
Also one very special brother-in-law; &nbsp;Ed Harris of Overland Park, KS; 
many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her 
husband of 40 years, Guy L. Sunderland, two daughters: Sue Ann Murray 
and Mandi K. Alexander (Sept 2002), and one son, Brian Brueggemann (Oct,
 2016).

According to Karen and Guy’s wishes, she has been interred with Guy 
at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Dodge, KS. &nbsp;Memorial donations 
are designated to either the Central Kansas Dream Center, 2100 Broadway 
Avenue, Great Bend, KS 67530 or the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Ft. 
Dodge, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Karen spent the last 4 years of her life making the Great Bend Health
 &amp; Rehab, later becoming Azria Health, her home. After Guy’s 
passing, Karen sold their home and chose this facility on her own. She 
enjoyed many friends there, including caring staff and families. The 
activities were the highlight of her day. Bingo was rarely missed! 
&nbsp;Karen’s sisters want to extend our gratitude and appreciation for all 
the hard work, extended hours, phone calls, patience, and good care 
given to Karen. We are so glad she was “home” in her final days. Thank 
you!

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Karen Louise Sunderland, age 80 years, of Great Bend, KS passed away 
on Thursday morning June 16, 2022, at Azria Health Woodhaven Care Center 
in Great Bend. &nbsp;Karen was born on October 1, 1941, in Hutchinson, KS to 
Raymond T. and Mary Louise (Alexander) Mullenix. Karen was raised in 
Bushton, KS and graduated from Bushton High School in 1960. &nbsp;Later, she 
became a Nurse’s Aide in Wichita, KS working there and also at CKMC 
hospital in Great Bend for several years. &nbsp;On March 10, 1977 Karen and 
Guy Sunderland were united in marriage in Great Bend. The blended family
 of Guy’s three daughters and Karen’s son grew larger when their only 
child together, Mandi Kay, was born May 15, 1978. The family lived in 
Dodge City, KS and Tulsa, OK before returning to Great Bend permanently.
 Karen became an active volunteer in the community, especially for the 
Central Kansas Dream Center and Soup Kitchen. She was also known for 
mentoring high school students and others with her faith and Bible 
studies. Karen was quick to respond to anyone who wanted to hear a 
comforting scripture, including her sisters who admired her vast 
knowledge and understanding of the Bible. &nbsp;Known as the “best cook in 
the family”, Karen loved making collages and was talented in many kinds 
of crafts. She always enjoyed fishing with her husband, Guy. &nbsp;Above all,
 Karen loved God, family, and life as a Christian woman. As everyone has
 struggles and hardships, Karen faced more than her share, yet 
she&nbsp;remained strong in her faith and touched so many lives with her 
kind, loving heart.Karen is survived by two daughters: Desiree Werth of Holyrood, KS 
and&nbsp;Dawn Lang of Great Bend, KS; seven grandchildren: Briana Feist, 
Sarah Tisdale, &nbsp;Ashley, Keshia, &amp; Sydney Werth, Jotni Pankey and 
Kialy Giesking; &nbsp;nine great-grandchildren; four sisters: Shirley R. 
Jeter of Kingfisher, OK, Trudy M. Magee of Bloomington, IL, &nbsp;Nora J. 
Anderson of Bloomington, IN, and&nbsp;Deanna S. Harris of Overland Park, KS; 
Also one very special brother-in-law; &nbsp;Ed Harris of Overland Park, KS; 
many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her 
husband of 40 years, Guy L. Sunderland, two daughters: Sue Ann Murray 
and Mandi K. Alexander (Sept 2002), and one son, Brian Brueggemann (Oct,
 2016).According to Karen and Guy’s wishes, she has been interred with Guy 
at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Fort Dodge, KS. &nbsp;Memorial donations 
are designated to either the Central Kansas Dream Center, 2100 Broadway 
Avenue, Great Bend, KS 67530 or the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Ft. 
Dodge, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;Karen spent the last 4 years of her life making the Great Bend Health
 &amp; Rehab, later becoming Azria Health, her home. After Guy’s 
passing, Karen sold their home and chose this facility on her own. She 
enjoyed many friends there, including caring staff and families. The 
activities were the highlight of her day. Bingo was rarely missed! 
&nbsp;Karen’s sisters want to extend our gratitude and appreciation for all 
the hard work, extended hours, phone calls, patience, and good care 
given to Karen. We are so glad she was “home” in her final days. Thank 
you!

Karen Louise Sunderland

October 22, 1969
 -
 June 22, 2022

An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Debbie-Wallace?obId=25202632#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>October 22, 1969
 -
 June 22, 2022An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Debbie-Wallace?obId=25202632#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Debbie Wallace

Patricia Ann “Pat” Gerstenkorn, 95, passed away June 21, 2022, at 
River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born on December 18, 
1926, at Great Bend, to Arthur &amp; Mary Ellen (Keenan) Campbell. She 
married LeRoy Benedict Gerstenkorn on August 10, 1949, at Great Bend. He
 died February 22, 2008.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Pat graduated from Great Bend High 
School. Pat would say her main job in life was raising her family of 
five, but she also helped her husband LeRoy build and operate their 
business, City Ice. She was also a teacher's aide and librarian for St. 
Patrick Catholic School. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society. &nbsp;Pat liked to listen 
to country music, read and bake. She loved to cheer on the Kansas City 
Royals and play games, especially cards and dominos. In her younger 
years, she enjoyed fellowship with her friends in a bowling league and 
her position on the St. Patrick School Board. Pat loved holding the 
tradition of spending Friday and Saturday nights with her family.

Survivors include, a son, Kevin Gerstenkorn and wife Colleen of 
Wichita; four daughters, Deborah Daniel and husband Mark, Sue Hemphill 
and husband Brad, Lisa Seiwert and husband Bernie, and Jennifer Hoskins 
and husband Kendall all of Great Bend; a sister, Mary Ellen Nieman of 
Chino Hills, Calif.; ten grandchildren, Brandon Hempill (Erin), Matthew 
Daniel, Brett Hemphill (Erin), Kendra Metzger (Kyle), Tyler Gerstenkorn 
(Shelby Alcorn), Hannah Degenhardt (Devon), Kayla Debes (Colton), Emily 
Kennedy (Mark), Braden Gerstenkorn and Breann Weppler (Logan); and ten 
great-grandchildren, Adalyn Hemphill, Jacob Hemphill, Avery Hemphill, 
Emma Hemphill, Brynn Metzger, Grayson Degenhardt, Whitney Metzger, 
Fletcher Degenhardt, Hoyt Gerstenkorn and Patton Kennedy. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, LeRoy Gerstenkorn; her 
brother, Henry "Bud" Campbell; and six sisters, Mary Drake, Grace 
Schneweis, Ruth White, Katherine Campbell, Dorothy Greer and Dolores 
Maggiora.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 26, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and
 a Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Monday, June 27, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in 
Great Bend, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in the
 Great Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to Kindred Hospice,
 in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Patricia Ann “Pat” Gerstenkorn, 95, passed away June 21, 2022, at 
River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born on December 18, 
1926, at Great Bend, to Arthur &amp; Mary Ellen (Keenan) Campbell. She 
married LeRoy Benedict Gerstenkorn on August 10, 1949, at Great Bend. He
 died February 22, 2008.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Pat graduated from Great Bend High 
School. Pat would say her main job in life was raising her family of 
five, but she also helped her husband LeRoy build and operate their 
business, City Ice. She was also a teacher's aide and librarian for St. 
Patrick Catholic School. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society. &nbsp;Pat liked to listen 
to country music, read and bake. She loved to cheer on the Kansas City 
Royals and play games, especially cards and dominos. In her younger 
years, she enjoyed fellowship with her friends in a bowling league and 
her position on the St. Patrick School Board. Pat loved holding the 
tradition of spending Friday and Saturday nights with her family.Survivors include, a son, Kevin Gerstenkorn and wife Colleen of 
Wichita; four daughters, Deborah Daniel and husband Mark, Sue Hemphill 
and husband Brad, Lisa Seiwert and husband Bernie, and Jennifer Hoskins 
and husband Kendall all of Great Bend; a sister, Mary Ellen Nieman of 
Chino Hills, Calif.; ten grandchildren, Brandon Hempill (Erin), Matthew 
Daniel, Brett Hemphill (Erin), Kendra Metzger (Kyle), Tyler Gerstenkorn 
(Shelby Alcorn), Hannah Degenhardt (Devon), Kayla Debes (Colton), Emily 
Kennedy (Mark), Braden Gerstenkorn and Breann Weppler (Logan); and ten 
great-grandchildren, Adalyn Hemphill, Jacob Hemphill, Avery Hemphill, 
Emma Hemphill, Brynn Metzger, Grayson Degenhardt, Whitney Metzger, 
Fletcher Degenhardt, Hoyt Gerstenkorn and Patton Kennedy. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, LeRoy Gerstenkorn; her 
brother, Henry "Bud" Campbell; and six sisters, Mary Drake, Grace 
Schneweis, Ruth White, Katherine Campbell, Dorothy Greer and Dolores 
Maggiora.Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 26, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and
 a Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Monday, June 27, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in 
Great Bend, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in the
 Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Kindred Hospice,
 in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Patricia Ann 'Pat' Gerstenkorn

Phillip E. Schweitzer, age 74, passed away on Monday June 20, 2022, at the Salina Regional Medical Center in Salina, KS.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Phillip-Schweitzer?obId=25197423#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Phillip E. Schweitzer, age 74, passed away on Monday June 20, 2022, at the Salina Regional Medical Center in Salina, KS.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Phillip-Schweitzer?obId=25197423#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Phillip E. Schweitzer

Glen Armbruster, age 82, of Hays, 
Kansas, died Monday, June 20, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society – 
Hays.&nbsp; He was born on February 12, 1940, in Trego County to John and 
Mary (Gassner) Armbruster.&nbsp;

In 1961, he met and married Helen “Babe”
 Groff in Ellis.&nbsp; Glen, a farmer by trade, also worked in the oil patch 
as a roughneck for several companies.&nbsp; He was a cattleman, a skilled 
metal craftsman, and a master welder.&nbsp; Pinochle was his game of choice, 
and he loved his dogs.

He is survived by his wife: Helen; 
sons: Glenn ‘Todd’ (Lora) Armbruster of Hays; Micah and fiancée (Aundi) 
Armbruster of Denver; daughter: Sonja (Dennis) Ferris of Hays; six 
grandchildren: Zachariah; Cassandra; Candra; Donovan; Isabelle; and 
Lila; and six great grandchildren: Camdyn; Prisayus; Everleigh; Draxton;
 Dylan; and Rowan.

Memorial services will be at 1 PM&nbsp;on 
Saturday, July 2nd, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1112 
Canterbury Drive. The service will be video streamed and the link can be
 requested at 845-309-5343.

Services in care of Brock’s-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory.&nbsp; Condolences may be left by guest book 
at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email 
at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Glen Armbruster, age 82, of Hays, 
Kansas, died Monday, June 20, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society – 
Hays.&nbsp; He was born on February 12, 1940, in Trego County to John and 
Mary (Gassner) Armbruster.&nbsp;In 1961, he met and married Helen “Babe”
 Groff in Ellis.&nbsp; Glen, a farmer by trade, also worked in the oil patch 
as a roughneck for several companies.&nbsp; He was a cattleman, a skilled 
metal craftsman, and a master welder.&nbsp; Pinochle was his game of choice, 
and he loved his dogs.He is survived by his wife: Helen; 
sons: Glenn ‘Todd’ (Lora) Armbruster of Hays; Micah and fiancée (Aundi) 
Armbruster of Denver; daughter: Sonja (Dennis) Ferris of Hays; six 
grandchildren: Zachariah; Cassandra; Candra; Donovan; Isabelle; and 
Lila; and six great grandchildren: Camdyn; Prisayus; Everleigh; Draxton;
 Dylan; and Rowan.Memorial services will be at 1 PM&nbsp;on 
Saturday, July 2nd, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1112 
Canterbury Drive. The service will be video streamed and the link can be
 requested at 845-309-5343.Services in care of Brock’s-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory.&nbsp; Condolences may be left by guest book 
at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email 
at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Glen Armbruster

July 29, 1933
 -
 June 19, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

July 29, 1933
 -
 June 19, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Bertha Louise Carter

Margaret Lee Pierson, 74, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022, in 
Ellsworth. She was born October 20, 1947, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to 
Richard and Ruth (Geschke) Bates. Margaret married Larry Houk on March 
9, 1963. After Larry’s passing June 12, she later married Jerry Pierson 
on August 24, 1972. Margaret was a longtime employee of the United 
States Postal Service where she had many positions including mail 
carrier for many years. She loved to fish, play bingo, and spend time 
with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Margaret is survived by her son Larry Houk, Jr. (Dani) of 
Ellsworth; daughters, Shamarie Farthing (Chris) of Ellsworth and Christy
 Pierson of Salina; grandchildren, Katie Ranker (Joe) of Ellsworth, 
Kourtney Strobel (Chas) of Plymouth, MN, Kitsy Krehbiel (Colter) of 
Marquette, Kylie Pierson of Wichita Falls, TX, Kori Pierson of Salina, 
and Sam Farthing (Kaitlyn) of Hays; and great grandchildren, Henri, 
John, Abel, Kadence, Beckham, Lane, Kelli, Korbin, Kreighton, and Aria. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary Ann Bates; 
husbands, Larry Houk and Jerry Pierson; and companion Bud Tiemeyer.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the 
Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, 
Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Margaret Lee Pierson, 74, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022, in 
Ellsworth. She was born October 20, 1947, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to 
Richard and Ruth (Geschke) Bates. Margaret married Larry Houk on March 
9, 1963. After Larry’s passing June 12, she later married Jerry Pierson 
on August 24, 1972. Margaret was a longtime employee of the United 
States Postal Service where she had many positions including mail 
carrier for many years. She loved to fish, play bingo, and spend time 
with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Margaret is survived by her son Larry Houk, Jr. (Dani) of 
Ellsworth; daughters, Shamarie Farthing (Chris) of Ellsworth and Christy
 Pierson of Salina; grandchildren, Katie Ranker (Joe) of Ellsworth, 
Kourtney Strobel (Chas) of Plymouth, MN, Kitsy Krehbiel (Colter) of 
Marquette, Kylie Pierson of Wichita Falls, TX, Kori Pierson of Salina, 
and Sam Farthing (Kaitlyn) of Hays; and great grandchildren, Henri, 
John, Abel, Kadence, Beckham, Lane, Kelli, Korbin, Kreighton, and Aria. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary Ann Bates; 
husbands, Larry Houk and Jerry Pierson; and companion Bud Tiemeyer.Cremation has taken place and no public services are planned at this time.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the 
Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, 
Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Margaret Lee Pierson

Robert Warren Horesky Jr. was born April 11, 1957, in Norton, KS to 
Robert W. and Mary Joe (Sparkman) Horesky. He passed away June 22, 2022,&nbsp; at Redbud Village in Plainville, KS. 
 Bob was raised on the family farm in Norton and was a 1975 Norton 
Community High School graduate. He worked as a construction company 
contractor and enjoyed fishing and reading in his spare time.
 Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert W. Horesky and 
sister, Debra L. Belcher. He is survived by his mother, Mary Jo Horesky 
of Norton, KS; brothers, John E. (Tammy) Horesky of Ellis, KS and James 
L. Horesky of Norton, KS; five nieces and nephews; aunts and cousins.
 Services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Robert Warren Horesky Jr. was born April 11, 1957, in Norton, KS to 
Robert W. and Mary Joe (Sparkman) Horesky. He passed away June 22, 2022,&nbsp; at Redbud Village in Plainville, KS. 
 Bob was raised on the family farm in Norton and was a 1975 Norton 
Community High School graduate. He worked as a construction company 
contractor and enjoyed fishing and reading in his spare time.
 Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert W. Horesky and 
sister, Debra L. Belcher. He is survived by his mother, Mary Jo Horesky 
of Norton, KS; brothers, John E. (Tammy) Horesky of Ellis, KS and James 
L. Horesky of Norton, KS; five nieces and nephews; aunts and cousins.
 Services are pending. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Robert Warren Horesky Jr.

We regretfully announce the passing of David “Dave” Wayne Harrington, 
who passed away with his wife by his side on Father’s Day, June 19, 
2022, in Butzbach, Germany. Dave had a difficult battle with cancer and 
is finally at rest. He will be forever loved and forever remembered. 
 Dave was born on June 4, 1964, in Norton, Kansas to Bob and Gisela 
Harrington. He was the youngest of 5 brothers. Dave grew up in Norton 
and was known for his mischief or at least attracting mischief. A few 
memorable stories come to mind; around the age of 2 or 3 he snuck out of
 the house without being seen and walked to Highway 36. Grandpa saw him 
from the Dairy Queen and went running out there to get him before he got
 onto the highway. All Dave could say to Grandpa was, “I Keen..I Keen..I
 Keen." His family also remembers as a little boy in Germany, when on 
vacation, Dave was strong-armed/robbed by a midget who told him “Give me
 your money or I’ll break your arm." Another story is when Dave survived
 being struck by lightning. 
 Dave worked for Garrett’s Heating and Plumbing and Northwest Kansas 
Pawnbrokers where he worked for each company for many years. He loved 
Rock music and all kinds of concerts, backstage passes, and Rock 
memorabilia. He also enjoyed watching and attending professional 
wrestling. Dave married Daniela on September 20, 2019 in Butzbach, 
Germany.
 Dave is survived by his wife, Daniela; son, Donavan; two 
grandchildren, Tucker and Kolton; four older brothers, and several 
nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Gisela 
Harrington. 
 Services for Dave will be announced at a later date. The family 
appreciates everyone’s love and support during this difficult time.&nbsp;

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 </figure>We regretfully announce the passing of David “Dave” Wayne Harrington, 
who passed away with his wife by his side on Father’s Day, June 19, 
2022, in Butzbach, Germany. Dave had a difficult battle with cancer and 
is finally at rest. He will be forever loved and forever remembered. 
 Dave was born on June 4, 1964, in Norton, Kansas to Bob and Gisela 
Harrington. He was the youngest of 5 brothers. Dave grew up in Norton 
and was known for his mischief or at least attracting mischief. A few 
memorable stories come to mind; around the age of 2 or 3 he snuck out of
 the house without being seen and walked to Highway 36. Grandpa saw him 
from the Dairy Queen and went running out there to get him before he got
 onto the highway. All Dave could say to Grandpa was, “I Keen..I Keen..I
 Keen." His family also remembers as a little boy in Germany, when on 
vacation, Dave was strong-armed/robbed by a midget who told him “Give me
 your money or I’ll break your arm." Another story is when Dave survived
 being struck by lightning. 
 Dave worked for Garrett’s Heating and Plumbing and Northwest Kansas 
Pawnbrokers where he worked for each company for many years. He loved 
Rock music and all kinds of concerts, backstage passes, and Rock 
memorabilia. He also enjoyed watching and attending professional 
wrestling. Dave married Daniela on September 20, 2019 in Butzbach, 
Germany.
 Dave is survived by his wife, Daniela; son, Donavan; two 
grandchildren, Tucker and Kolton; four older brothers, and several 
nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Gisela 
Harrington. 
 Services for Dave will be announced at a later date. The family 
appreciates everyone’s love and support during this difficult time.&nbsp;

David 'Dave' Wayne Harrington

Ronald Lewis Estes went home to be with his Lord on March 18, 2020, 
at the age of 85, following complications from a stroke. He was preceded
 in death by his wife of 55 years, Rowena Sue (Hodge) Estes (1939-2015) 
and son Michael Edward Estes (1971-2014). He is survived by siblings 
Hazel Estes of Kanorado, KS, Stan (Bev) Estes of Scandia, KS, Arlene (d.
 Tom) Stephenson of Cross Plains, TX, Bryan (d. Kitty) of Jacksonville, 
FL, sons Larry (Julie) Estes of Carlisle, PA, Tim (Lori) Estes of Castle
 Rock, CO, and his “favorite daughter”, Terri (Chris) Brady of Cary, NC 
as well as 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and many nieces 
and nephews.

Ron, “Ronnie,” “Dad”, “Pop Pop,” was the first-born to his parents, 
Raymond Estes (1902-1987) originally of Gallatin, MO and C. Fern Estes, 
originally of Modoc, KS (1916-2016) in their home in the rural outskirts
 of Tribune, KS, of Greeley County. In 1941, the family moved to the 
farm, “Peaceful Valley,” off exit 1 of I-70 in Kanorado, KS, which 
remained in the family until his mother’s death in 2016.

His brilliance was often hidden by his quiet demeanor, but the mental
 giant would sometimes let his intelligence be shown. After beginning in
 a rural one-room-schoolhouse in the early 1940’s, he was promoted from 
3rd to 5th grade in 1944, skipping 4th grade altogether. In 1952, he 
graduated from Kanorado (KS) High School, where he had football, 
basketball and baseball experience, though he often touted that he 
weighed 98 pounds soaking wet at the time. The first college graduate in
 his family lineage, he began at Ft. Hays State University in fall of 
1952, and graduated from Kansas State University in May of 1957 with a 
degree in Electrical Engineering. He went on to obtain his Professional 
Engineering License in Pennsylvania in 1969 and in Colorado in 1993, and
 then a Master Electrician Certification in Colorado in 1994.

After college, he immediately began his engineering career at 
Pittsburgh Plate Glass (PPG) in Crystal City, MO, but was sidetracked by
 being drafted into the US Army, in December of 1957. His two-year Army 
service began in Camp Carson, Colorado Springs, CO, but quickly moved to
 Red Stone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL, where he was assigned a cute 
civilian secretary, Rowena Sue Hodge (of Talladega, AL), who feigned 
“car problems,” to get his attention one day after work. Sue and Ron 
were married April 3, 1960, shortly after Ron was reinstated as an 
electrical engineer in the management path at PPG back in Crystal City, 
MO.&nbsp; From Crystal City, MO to Pittsburgh, PA to Carlisle, PA, Ron 
transferred with PPG, picking up several patents in glass-making along 
the way. Retiring from PPG in 1990, with a now empty Pennsylvania nest, 
Ron and Sue moved back west to their dream area of Ft. Collins, CO, 
where Ron started his own company called EWorks and did contract 
Professional Engineering work in the area, including work for Merit 
Electric. After his bride’s death in 2015, Ron relocated to Aurora, CO 
and in 2019, Castle Rock, CO.

As a father, he will be remembered as a devoted Moreland Elementary 
School PTA President, a dedicated Teener League baseball coach for his 
boys and an active Boy Scouts of America Scout Master in Carlisle, PA – 
including receiving the prestigious BSA Silver Beaver award for his 
service. He claimed he gave all of his musical ability to his children 
and is why he had none left, but he was a continual support for their 
music activities, including a stint as president of the Carlisle High 
School Band Boosters.

It was never clear whether he really preferred burned cookies, extra 
brown bananas or overdone meat, but he always selflessly took the less 
desirable, never wasting and always grateful to the chef. Common 
courtesy was important to him, and he would never leave a grocery cart 
in a parking lot, causing work or harm for someone else – a metaphor for
 his life.&nbsp; He will be remembered for quotes like, “Do your best; angels
 can do no more;” “You wouldn’t care what people thought of you if you 
realized how rarely they do;” “People don’t care how much you know till 
they know how much you care;” And “Let’s go to bed, so these nice people
 can go home,” (how he seemed to quickly bring his wife’s social events 
at home to an end.) His attitude was always positive, and when asked how
 he was, he would cheerily reply, “Upright and taking nourishment!”

Faith was an important part of his life, as he led in such a way as 
to, “Preach Christ; and if you must, use words.” He was actively 
involved in Second Presbyterian Church in Carlisle, PA; Bible Study 
Fellowship and First Presbyterian Church in Ft. Collins, CO; and Eagle 
Bend Church in Aurora, CO. Ron was a regular blood donor for decades, 
and as a result is likely responsible for the saving of many lives.

The “Ol’ Farmer” – as he often referred to himself, despite his 
degrees and titles –&nbsp;could leave his Kansas childhood farm, but the farm
 could never leave him. He often commented on the height of the corn or 
the space between rows of beans when driving across the country. Sunsets
 were his favorite. In his final days on this earth, he gave 
instructions regarding the planting of a garden that spring – a reminder
 that life does go on.

A Celebration of Life Service for Ron will be held on July 1, 2022, at
 2:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp; Those who are 
unable to attend can watch on Facebook Live, by following the 
Koons-Russell Funeral Home page on Facebook.

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to Second Presbyterian Church 
in Carlisle, PA, donating blood or having a blood drive in his memory at
 your local Red Cross or Vitalant location.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655919784766.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ronald Lewis Estes went home to be with his Lord on March 18, 2020, 
at the age of 85, following complications from a stroke. He was preceded
 in death by his wife of 55 years, Rowena Sue (Hodge) Estes (1939-2015) 
and son Michael Edward Estes (1971-2014). He is survived by siblings 
Hazel Estes of Kanorado, KS, Stan (Bev) Estes of Scandia, KS, Arlene (d.
 Tom) Stephenson of Cross Plains, TX, Bryan (d. Kitty) of Jacksonville, 
FL, sons Larry (Julie) Estes of Carlisle, PA, Tim (Lori) Estes of Castle
 Rock, CO, and his “favorite daughter”, Terri (Chris) Brady of Cary, NC 
as well as 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and many nieces 
and nephews.Ron, “Ronnie,” “Dad”, “Pop Pop,” was the first-born to his parents, 
Raymond Estes (1902-1987) originally of Gallatin, MO and C. Fern Estes, 
originally of Modoc, KS (1916-2016) in their home in the rural outskirts
 of Tribune, KS, of Greeley County. In 1941, the family moved to the 
farm, “Peaceful Valley,” off exit 1 of I-70 in Kanorado, KS, which 
remained in the family until his mother’s death in 2016.SchoolHis brilliance was often hidden by his quiet demeanor, but the mental
 giant would sometimes let his intelligence be shown. After beginning in
 a rural one-room-schoolhouse in the early 1940’s, he was promoted from 
3rd to 5th grade in 1944, skipping 4th grade altogether. In 1952, he 
graduated from Kanorado (KS) High School, where he had football, 
basketball and baseball experience, though he often touted that he 
weighed 98 pounds soaking wet at the time. The first college graduate in
 his family lineage, he began at Ft. Hays State University in fall of 
1952, and graduated from Kansas State University in May of 1957 with a 
degree in Electrical Engineering. He went on to obtain his Professional 
Engineering License in Pennsylvania in 1969 and in Colorado in 1993, and
 then a Master Electrician Certification in Colorado in 1994.Career and marriageAfter college, he immediately began his engineering career at 
Pittsburgh Plate Glass (PPG) in Crystal City, MO, but was sidetracked by
 being drafted into the US Army, in December of 1957. His two-year Army 
service began in Camp Carson, Colorado Springs, CO, but quickly moved to
 Red Stone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL, where he was assigned a cute 
civilian secretary, Rowena Sue Hodge (of Talladega, AL), who feigned 
“car problems,” to get his attention one day after work. Sue and Ron 
were married April 3, 1960, shortly after Ron was reinstated as an 
electrical engineer in the management path at PPG back in Crystal City, 
MO.&nbsp; From Crystal City, MO to Pittsburgh, PA to Carlisle, PA, Ron 
transferred with PPG, picking up several patents in glass-making along 
the way. Retiring from PPG in 1990, with a now empty Pennsylvania nest, 
Ron and Sue moved back west to their dream area of Ft. Collins, CO, 
where Ron started his own company called EWorks and did contract 
Professional Engineering work in the area, including work for Merit 
Electric. After his bride’s death in 2015, Ron relocated to Aurora, CO 
and in 2019, Castle Rock, CO.PersonalAs a father, he will be remembered as a devoted Moreland Elementary 
School PTA President, a dedicated Teener League baseball coach for his 
boys and an active Boy Scouts of America Scout Master in Carlisle, PA – 
including receiving the prestigious BSA Silver Beaver award for his 
service. He claimed he gave all of his musical ability to his children 
and is why he had none left, but he was a continual support for their 
music activities, including a stint as president of the Carlisle High 
School Band Boosters.It was never clear whether he really preferred burned cookies, extra 
brown bananas or overdone meat, but he always selflessly took the less 
desirable, never wasting and always grateful to the chef. Common 
courtesy was important to him, and he would never leave a grocery cart 
in a parking lot, causing work or harm for someone else – a metaphor for
 his life.&nbsp; He will be remembered for quotes like, “Do your best; angels
 can do no more;” “You wouldn’t care what people thought of you if you 
realized how rarely they do;” “People don’t care how much you know till 
they know how much you care;” And “Let’s go to bed, so these nice people
 can go home,” (how he seemed to quickly bring his wife’s social events 
at home to an end.) His attitude was always positive, and when asked how
 he was, he would cheerily reply, “Upright and taking nourishment!”Church and philanthropyFaith was an important part of his life, as he led in such a way as 
to, “Preach Christ; and if you must, use words.” He was actively 
involved in Second Presbyterian Church in Carlisle, PA; Bible Study 
Fellowship and First Presbyterian Church in Ft. Collins, CO; and Eagle 
Bend Church in Aurora, CO. Ron was a regular blood donor for decades, 
and as a result is likely responsible for the saving of many lives.The “Ol’ Farmer” – as he often referred to himself, despite his 
degrees and titles –&nbsp;could leave his Kansas childhood farm, but the farm
 could never leave him. He often commented on the height of the corn or 
the space between rows of beans when driving across the country. Sunsets
 were his favorite. In his final days on this earth, he gave 
instructions regarding the planting of a garden that spring – a reminder
 that life does go on.A Celebration of Life Service for Ron will be held on July 1, 2022, at
 2:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp; Those who are 
unable to attend can watch on Facebook Live, by following the 
Koons-Russell Funeral Home page on Facebook.In lieu of flowers, consider donating to Second Presbyterian Church 
in Carlisle, PA, donating blood or having a blood drive in his memory at
 your local Red Cross or Vitalant location.

Ronald Lewis Estes

Pete Harley Pilatus of Hays, KS (Formerly of Denver, Colorado) passed away June 19th, 2022, on Father’s Day while in the comfort of his home from health complications at the age of 72. He leaves behind his only daughter, Gina Renee Van Decar and son-in-law, Erik Van Decar; his two precious grandsons Brandon Olivo (Greeley, CO) and Sebastyen Olivo (Greeley, CO); and a beautiful great granddaughter, Layla Olivo (Greeley, CO). Pete was born on March 4th, 1950, in Manteca, CA to Alferd Pilatus and Irma Casto (Pilatus) who predeceased him. He grew up in a wonderful family with one brother David Pilatus (Doris) (Hays, KS) and two sisters; Liz Michealis (Belgrade, MT) and Debra Crawford (Alexandria, VA). He graduated from Manteca High School in 1968 and loved playing the clarinet in the school band. He desired to be a self taught automobile mechanic and that’s exactly what he achieved. His love of fast cars and owning many Mustangs in his life was a dream he fulfilled. He was very adventurous and he loved the outdoors of Colorado including seeing all the different wildlife and doing a lot of ice fishing as well as regular fishing. He also loved to travel to the mountains and has been known to be a wonderful travel Companion. During Pete’s Life he has been married three times and divorced but loved every single one of them. He has since been living the single life for the past year and was an excellent cook. Pete was a driven man with an unmatched ethic and was an avid computer programmer in his free time. At 72, he was extremely tech savvy and loved watching documentaries on YouTube. Pete was also a very gifted story teller, and he could entertain a group for hours about his adventures and experiences. He absolutely loved life. He loved all of his family and especially his daughter Gina, with all his heart, and he beamed with pride as he walked her down the aisle at her wedding just a few short months ago. A Private Graveside Memorial Service will be held in Munjor, KS at a future time. The family would especially like to thank Chris, Curt, Scott and John Wellbrock. Melissa Miller, Joe Leiker and Travis Pilatus for the amount of support you have always shown to Pete. He loved you all very much! Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>. Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655911428856.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Pete Harley Pilatus of Hays, KS (Formerly of Denver, Colorado) passed away June 19th, 2022, on Father’s Day while in the comfort of his home from health complications at the age of 72. He leaves behind his only daughter, Gina Renee Van Decar and son-in-law, Erik Van Decar; his two precious grandsons Brandon Olivo (Greeley, CO) and Sebastyen Olivo (Greeley, CO); and a beautiful great granddaughter, Layla Olivo (Greeley, CO). Pete was born on March 4th, 1950, in Manteca, CA to Alferd Pilatus and Irma Casto (Pilatus) who predeceased him. He grew up in a wonderful family with one brother David Pilatus (Doris) (Hays, KS) and two sisters; Liz Michealis (Belgrade, MT) and Debra Crawford (Alexandria, VA). He graduated from Manteca High School in 1968 and loved playing the clarinet in the school band. He desired to be a self taught automobile mechanic and that’s exactly what he achieved. His love of fast cars and owning many Mustangs in his life was a dream he fulfilled. He was very adventurous and he loved the outdoors of Colorado including seeing all the different wildlife and doing a lot of ice fishing as well as regular fishing. He also loved to travel to the mountains and has been known to be a wonderful travel Companion. During Pete’s Life he has been married three times and divorced but loved every single one of them. He has since been living the single life for the past year and was an excellent cook. Pete was a driven man with an unmatched ethic and was an avid computer programmer in his free time. At 72, he was extremely tech savvy and loved watching documentaries on YouTube. Pete was also a very gifted story teller, and he could entertain a group for hours about his adventures and experiences. He absolutely loved life. He loved all of his family and especially his daughter Gina, with all his heart, and he beamed with pride as he walked her down the aisle at her wedding just a few short months ago. A Private Graveside Memorial Service will be held in Munjor, KS at a future time. The family would especially like to thank Chris, Curt, Scott and John Wellbrock. Melissa Miller, Joe Leiker and Travis Pilatus for the amount of support you have always shown to Pete. He loved you all very much! Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>. Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Pete Harley Pilatus

Rockie Joe Jones, 75, passed away on June 20, 2022, at home in Great 
Bend, Kansas. He was born on July 17, 1946, at Pittsburg, Kansas to Earl
 and Noami (Neil) Jones. Rockie married Patricia Jarvis on January 05, 
1971, in McPherson, Kansas. She survives.

A long-time resident of Great Bend coming from McPherson 28 years 
ago, Rockie worked as a service manager. He served clients of McPherson 
Business Machines, Central Office Products, and Office Products, Inc. He
 was an avid motorcyclist and a member of the Flatlanders Car Club.

Survivors include his wife of the home; one son, Kris (Sara) Jones of
 Goddard; four grandchildren, Sienna (Nolan) Carmine, Madison, Leo and 
Ava Jones; one great-grandson, Nash Carmine; a brother, Neil Snyder of 
Colo.; and a sister, Penny Northness of N.M. He is preceded in death by 
his parents and one brother.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Services 
are pending for a later date. Memorials have been designated to American
 Cancer Society, Kindred Hospice, or Shriner Family Scholarship, in care
 of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655905319509.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Rockie Joe Jones, 75, passed away on June 20, 2022, at home in Great 
Bend, Kansas. He was born on July 17, 1946, at Pittsburg, Kansas to Earl
 and Noami (Neil) Jones. Rockie married Patricia Jarvis on January 05, 
1971, in McPherson, Kansas. She survives.A long-time resident of Great Bend coming from McPherson 28 years 
ago, Rockie worked as a service manager. He served clients of McPherson 
Business Machines, Central Office Products, and Office Products, Inc. He
 was an avid motorcyclist and a member of the Flatlanders Car Club.Survivors include his wife of the home; one son, Kris (Sara) Jones of
 Goddard; four grandchildren, Sienna (Nolan) Carmine, Madison, Leo and 
Ava Jones; one great-grandson, Nash Carmine; a brother, Neil Snyder of 
Colo.; and a sister, Penny Northness of N.M. He is preceded in death by 
his parents and one brother.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Services 
are pending for a later date. Memorials have been designated to American
 Cancer Society, Kindred Hospice, or Shriner Family Scholarship, in care
 of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rockie Joe Jones

Agnes Mae Schrant, 90, longtime Hays resident, died Friday, June 17, 2022, at Brandon Woods at Alvamar in Lawrence.

She was born January 5, 1932, in 
Victoria, the daughter of Frank C. and Agnes Mae (Dinkel) Sander.&nbsp; She 
graduated from Victoria High School in 1950.&nbsp; On June 9, 1951, Agnes was 
united in marriage to Ralph W. Schrant in Victoria, and they were 
married nearly 53 years before he preceded her in death on April 23, 
2004.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in 
Hays, Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Lawrence, and the St. Fidelis 
Daughters of Isabella Circle #364.&nbsp; Agnes was a devoted wife, mother, 
and caregiver who possessed a strong faith in God, attended daily mass, 
and devoutly prayed the rosary. &nbsp;She was a good listener and proud of 
her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; &nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, 
gardening, planting flowers, and reading.&nbsp; Agnes loved big band era 
music, &nbsp;church music, and phone conversations with her family and 
friends.

Her family would like to thank the 
Brandon Woods Dogwood Staff, Elara Hospice, Dr. Martha Allen, and Andrew
 for their compassionate care.

Survivors include her daughter: Linda 
Schnose and husband Greg of Lawrence, two granddaughters: Christina 
Salazar and husband Luis of Lawrence and Elise Abicht and husband Travis
 of Prairie Village, seven great grandchildren: Diego, Elena, and 
Guillermo Salazar, Owen, Hyde, Eberlee, and Evelyn Abicht, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Ralph, daughter Cynthia Schrant, four brothers: Ed, 
Leo, Gilbert, and Donald Schrant and three sisters: Teckla 
Hammerschmidt, Imelda Sander, and Isabel Hart.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Friday, July 1, 2022, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis with Fr. James 
Moster officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Fidelis Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at
 Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time 
on Friday at the church.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella Rosary will be at 6:00
 pm followed by a vigil service at 6:30, both on Thursday at the funeral
 home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Basilica of St. Fidelis 
Restoration Fund or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Agnes may 
be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655905248671.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Agnes Mae Schrant, 90, longtime Hays resident, died Friday, June 17, 2022, at Brandon Woods at Alvamar in Lawrence.She was born January 5, 1932, in 
Victoria, the daughter of Frank C. and Agnes Mae (Dinkel) Sander.&nbsp; She 
graduated from Victoria High School in 1950.&nbsp; On June 9, 1951, Agnes was 
united in marriage to Ralph W. Schrant in Victoria, and they were 
married nearly 53 years before he preceded her in death on April 23, 
2004.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in 
Hays, Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Lawrence, and the St. Fidelis 
Daughters of Isabella Circle #364.&nbsp; Agnes was a devoted wife, mother, 
and caregiver who possessed a strong faith in God, attended daily mass, 
and devoutly prayed the rosary. &nbsp;She was a good listener and proud of 
her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; &nbsp;She enjoyed crocheting, 
gardening, planting flowers, and reading.&nbsp; Agnes loved big band era 
music, &nbsp;church music, and phone conversations with her family and 
friends.Her family would like to thank the 
Brandon Woods Dogwood Staff, Elara Hospice, Dr. Martha Allen, and Andrew
 for their compassionate care.Survivors include her daughter: Linda 
Schnose and husband Greg of Lawrence, two granddaughters: Christina 
Salazar and husband Luis of Lawrence and Elise Abicht and husband Travis
 of Prairie Village, seven great grandchildren: Diego, Elena, and 
Guillermo Salazar, Owen, Hyde, Eberlee, and Evelyn Abicht, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Ralph, daughter Cynthia Schrant, four brothers: Ed, 
Leo, Gilbert, and Donald Schrant and three sisters: Teckla 
Hammerschmidt, Imelda Sander, and Isabel Hart.Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Friday, July 1, 2022, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis with Fr. James 
Moster officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Fidelis Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at
 Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time 
on Friday at the church.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella Rosary will be at 6:00
 pm followed by a vigil service at 6:30, both on Thursday at the funeral
 home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Basilica of St. Fidelis 
Restoration Fund or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Agnes may 
be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Agnes Mae Schrant

Gladys
 Mae Sellers,&nbsp;age 91, of&nbsp;WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on June 16, 
2022,&nbsp;early in the morning.&nbsp;Gladys&nbsp;was born in&nbsp;WaKeeney on&nbsp;September 29,
 1930.&nbsp;Gladys graduated&nbsp;from&nbsp;Trego Community High&nbsp;School.

Gladys&nbsp;was united in marriage to&nbsp;Douglas Sellers&nbsp;on&nbsp;September 2, 1951. They were married&nbsp;for 45 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She&nbsp;worked as a&nbsp;store
 owner&nbsp;for&nbsp;D-J Flowers&nbsp;for&nbsp;18 years.&nbsp;She&nbsp;enjoyed&nbsp;being a housewife, 
raising her two sons, and living on the farm where she was born when she 
was not working.

She&nbsp;was also actively involved in&nbsp;many clubs and sororities.

Gladys&nbsp;is survived by&nbsp;her 2 sons Randy and Mike; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and&nbsp;other family and friends.

Gladys was preceded in death by her husband Doug; parents John and Freda; and brother Alfred Schemm.

A graveside service will be held at&nbsp;11:30am on&nbsp;June 23, 2022,&nbsp;at&nbsp;the WaKeeney City Cemetery with Pastor Kim officiating.

In
 lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be given to 
the Emanuel Lutheran Church of Ogallah. Donations may be sent to Schmitt
 Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th, WaKeeney, Kansas 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1655905152279.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Gladys
 Mae Sellers,&nbsp;age 91, of&nbsp;WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on June 16, 
2022,&nbsp;early in the morning.&nbsp;Gladys&nbsp;was born in&nbsp;WaKeeney on&nbsp;September 29,
 1930.&nbsp;Gladys graduated&nbsp;from&nbsp;Trego Community High&nbsp;School.Gladys&nbsp;was united in marriage to&nbsp;Douglas Sellers&nbsp;on&nbsp;September 2, 1951. They were married&nbsp;for 45 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;She&nbsp;worked as a&nbsp;store
 owner&nbsp;for&nbsp;D-J Flowers&nbsp;for&nbsp;18 years.&nbsp;She&nbsp;enjoyed&nbsp;being a housewife, 
raising her two sons, and living on the farm where she was born when she 
was not working.She&nbsp;was also actively involved in&nbsp;many clubs and sororities.Gladys&nbsp;is survived by&nbsp;her 2 sons Randy and Mike; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and&nbsp;other family and friends.Gladys was preceded in death by her husband Doug; parents John and Freda; and brother Alfred Schemm.A graveside service will be held at&nbsp;11:30am on&nbsp;June 23, 2022,&nbsp;at&nbsp;the WaKeeney City Cemetery with Pastor Kim officiating.In
 lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be given to 
the Emanuel Lutheran Church of Ogallah. Donations may be sent to Schmitt
 Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th, WaKeeney, Kansas 67672.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Gladys Mae Sellers

Vernon Raymond Schneider, 84, passed away on June 18, 2022, at the 
Grisell Memorial Hospital in Ransom, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on January 9, 
1938, in WaKeeney, Kansas, the son of Harm and Elsie (Eichman) Schneider.

Vernon was a farmer. He was a former president of Rural Water 
District. He was the owner of South 40 Enterprise and Lawn Mower Repair 
Shop. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ransom. He 
married LaVeta Rider on December 10, 1957, in Mexico.&nbsp; She died on 
February 11, 2017.

Survivors include his son, Troy Schneider and his life partner, 
Michelle Horton, of Ransom; two daughters, Debbie (Jeff) Jensen of 
Hillsboro, Tammy (Walter) Knight of Shawnee; seven grandchildren, Bryan,
 Chris, and Tyler Jensen, Caytlin and Walt Cody Knight, Matthew and 
&nbsp;Madelyn Horton; six great-grandchildren, Hadley, Jameson, Conner, 
Carson, and Carter Jensen, and Kole.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his 
parents, wife, LaVeta Schneider; three brothers, Leon, Leonard, Ken 
Schneider; two sisters, LaDonna Schwien, and Clarice Bell.

Funeral service will be on Saturday, June 25, 2022, 10:00 A.M., at 
the United Methodist Church, Ransom, Kansas, followed with burial in 
the Ransom Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association.

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

Vernon Raymond Schneider, 84, passed away on June 18, 2022, at the 
Grisell Memorial Hospital in Ransom, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on January 9, 
1938, in WaKeeney, Kansas, the son of Harm and Elsie (Eichman) Schneider.Vernon was a farmer. He was a former president of Rural Water 
District. He was the owner of South 40 Enterprise and Lawn Mower Repair 
Shop. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ransom. He 
married LaVeta Rider on December 10, 1957, in Mexico.&nbsp; She died on 
February 11, 2017.Survivors include his son, Troy Schneider and his life partner, 
Michelle Horton, of Ransom; two daughters, Debbie (Jeff) Jensen of 
Hillsboro, Tammy (Walter) Knight of Shawnee; seven grandchildren, Bryan,
 Chris, and Tyler Jensen, Caytlin and Walt Cody Knight, Matthew and 
&nbsp;Madelyn Horton; six great-grandchildren, Hadley, Jameson, Conner, 
Carson, and Carter Jensen, and Kole.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his 
parents, wife, LaVeta Schneider; three brothers, Leon, Leonard, Ken 
Schneider; two sisters, LaDonna Schwien, and Clarice Bell.Funeral service will be on Saturday, June 25, 2022, 10:00 A.M., at 
the United Methodist Church, Ransom, Kansas, followed with burial in 
the Ransom Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association.Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Vernon Raymond Schneider

Monday, May 20th, 1946-Monday, June 20th, 2022

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/eugene-schoenberger/4960290/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Monday, May 20th, 1946-Monday, June 20th, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/eugene-schoenberger/4960290/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Eugene Adolph Schoenberger

John Benjamin Wearing passed away peacefully on June 18, 2022, with his wife and sons by his side.

Ben was born March 2, 1953, in Salina, Kansas, to Paul and Verna Wearing. He was a graduate of Salina Central, Hutchinson Community College and Kansas State University. (EMAW, baby!)

Ben was a true news junkie. His newspaper career spanned more than 3 decades. He worked at weekly papers in Arkansas and Oklahoma before returning to his hometown to become the police beat reporter at the Salina Journal. There he worked for nearly 30 years, retiring in 2015 as the Executive Editor. During his time at the Journal, Ben was dedicated to making the daily paper accurate, interesting, and relevant to his readers. He was a natural journalist, curious and doggedly dedicated to getting the story right. As an editor, he was picky about the facts and the writing. He mentored many young reporters and students, some of whom remained in touch for years. His columns entertained readers; his editorials made them think. Many of his colleagues at the Journal became life-long friends.

Following his retirement, Ben spent even more time riding his beloved bicycles, cutting firewood, and taking over the kitchen.

Ben loved to cook and particularly to bake. His pies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and most of all his cheesecakes were enjoyed by friends, family and colleagues for decades.&nbsp; Three bylines on page one earned a cheesecake.

As a journalist, Ben was cautious about getting overly involved with local organizations, wanting to avoid any appearance of conflict of interest. Once retired, he joined the AMBUCS at the urging of a friend and found a home with the ramp building crew. The service project combined his love of physical labor with his love of helping others.

In 1985 Ben and Betsy Green went on a lunch date. Two days later they went to dinner and talked until the restaurant closed. A year later they were engaged. They were married three months after that, on October 10, 1987. Theirs was a true love affair. He was her strongest supporter, helpmate and best friend. He was a thoughtful gift giver and frequently bought flowers, “just because.” &nbsp;Together they raised three sons that were the light of Ben’s life. When they were children, Ben wrestled and played with them, read them stories and taught them to work hard. &nbsp;As they became young adults, he listened to them, counseled them when asked, and encouraged them to pursue their dreams.

Ben enjoyed going on walks, visiting with neighbors chatting about cool cars or bikes. He was a loving dog parent and when walking his own pups, carried treats in his pocket for the neighborhood dogs. &nbsp;He was the guy who mowed a neighbor’s lawn, shoveled the sidewalk, or stopped by with a chainsaw to help with a downed limb.

Ben and Betsy loved to travel – alone, with friends, and mostly with their sons. &nbsp;In particular, he was always up for a trip to the Mountains. Ben loved spending time with his siblings. He also loved Betsy’s family and they often traveled to spend time with them. After he was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2014, Ben and Betsy were determined not to let cancer dictate their lives. They did not waste a minute of the time they had left.

Ben is survived by his wife, Betsy, sons James, Bob, and Christopher; a sister, Debbie Bengtson (Ken), brothers Gary (Lorrie), Steve (Vickie), Mike (Jan), and Pat; a sister-in-law, Judy Wearing, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Joe; and a sister-in-law, Ellen.

Ben was a tremendous husband, father, brother, and friend.&nbsp; He had a great sense of humor, was patient, never judgmental and seldom displayed anger. He was a workout fanatic, a grammar expert and had great legs.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 25, at 1:30 at the chapel at Webster Conference Center,&nbsp;2601 N. Ohio, in&nbsp;Salina.

Memorials to honor him can go to the Salina Breakfast Bandits AMBUCS for the ramp building project (P.O. 1952, Salina, KS 67402-1952) or to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center (c/o Salina Regional Health Foundation,&nbsp;P.O. Box 618, Salina, KS 67402-0618).

For more information or to leave condolences go to <a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>John Benjamin Wearing passed away peacefully on June 18, 2022, with his wife and sons by his side.Ben was born March 2, 1953, in Salina, Kansas, to Paul and Verna Wearing. He was a graduate of Salina Central, Hutchinson Community College and Kansas State University. (EMAW, baby!)Ben was a true news junkie. His newspaper career spanned more than 3 decades. He worked at weekly papers in Arkansas and Oklahoma before returning to his hometown to become the police beat reporter at the Salina Journal. There he worked for nearly 30 years, retiring in 2015 as the Executive Editor. During his time at the Journal, Ben was dedicated to making the daily paper accurate, interesting, and relevant to his readers. He was a natural journalist, curious and doggedly dedicated to getting the story right. As an editor, he was picky about the facts and the writing. He mentored many young reporters and students, some of whom remained in touch for years. His columns entertained readers; his editorials made them think. Many of his colleagues at the Journal became life-long friends.Following his retirement, Ben spent even more time riding his beloved bicycles, cutting firewood, and taking over the kitchen.Ben loved to cook and particularly to bake. His pies, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and most of all his cheesecakes were enjoyed by friends, family and colleagues for decades.&nbsp; Three bylines on page one earned a cheesecake.As a journalist, Ben was cautious about getting overly involved with local organizations, wanting to avoid any appearance of conflict of interest. Once retired, he joined the AMBUCS at the urging of a friend and found a home with the ramp building crew. The service project combined his love of physical labor with his love of helping others.In 1985 Ben and Betsy Green went on a lunch date. Two days later they went to dinner and talked until the restaurant closed. A year later they were engaged. They were married three months after that, on October 10, 1987. Theirs was a true love affair. He was her strongest supporter, helpmate and best friend. He was a thoughtful gift giver and frequently bought flowers, “just because.” &nbsp;Together they raised three sons that were the light of Ben’s life. When they were children, Ben wrestled and played with them, read them stories and taught them to work hard. &nbsp;As they became young adults, he listened to them, counseled them when asked, and encouraged them to pursue their dreams.Ben enjoyed going on walks, visiting with neighbors chatting about cool cars or bikes. He was a loving dog parent and when walking his own pups, carried treats in his pocket for the neighborhood dogs. &nbsp;He was the guy who mowed a neighbor’s lawn, shoveled the sidewalk, or stopped by with a chainsaw to help with a downed limb.Ben and Betsy loved to travel – alone, with friends, and mostly with their sons. &nbsp;In particular, he was always up for a trip to the Mountains. Ben loved spending time with his siblings. He also loved Betsy’s family and they often traveled to spend time with them. After he was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2014, Ben and Betsy were determined not to let cancer dictate their lives. They did not waste a minute of the time they had left.Ben is survived by his wife, Betsy, sons James, Bob, and Christopher; a sister, Debbie Bengtson (Ken), brothers Gary (Lorrie), Steve (Vickie), Mike (Jan), and Pat; a sister-in-law, Judy Wearing, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Joe; and a sister-in-law, Ellen.Ben was a tremendous husband, father, brother, and friend.&nbsp; He had a great sense of humor, was patient, never judgmental and seldom displayed anger. He was a workout fanatic, a grammar expert and had great legs.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 25, at 1:30 at the chapel at Webster Conference Center,&nbsp;2601 N. Ohio, in&nbsp;Salina.Memorials to honor him can go to the Salina Breakfast Bandits AMBUCS for the ramp building project (P.O. 1952, Salina, KS 67402-1952) or to the Tammy Walker Cancer Center (c/o Salina Regional Health Foundation,&nbsp;P.O. Box 618, Salina, KS 67402-0618).For more information or to leave condolences go to <a href="http://www.ryanmortuary.com">www.ryanmortuary.com</a>.

John Benjamin Wearing

Barbara J. (Gregwire) Scheck, 71, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday evening, June 18, 2022 at her home.

Barbara was born October 1, 1950, in Russell, the daughter of Gordon and Marilyn (Flohr) Gregwire.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the Class of '68.&nbsp; She then attended Emporia State University for a year and then transferred to Fort Hays State University where she obtained a Degree in Nursing.

Barbara was united in marriage to Timothy F. Scheck on August 7, 1971.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Mindie and Kristie.&nbsp; They made their home in Hays from 1971 to 1974 when they returned to Russell.

Barbara was a Registered Nurse for the Russell Hospital for over 20 years working mainly in the surgical department.&nbsp; Then from 1994 to 1998 she worked with the Russell Home Health.&nbsp; She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was an active member of the Russell Regional Hospital Auxiliary.&nbsp; She enjoyed doing puzzles like crosswords and cryptograms, doing cross stitching, and baking and cooking for family and friends.&nbsp; What would bring a sparkle to her eye was her grandchildren, she loved attending their activities and having them over to the house.&nbsp; She also had a gift of knowing everyone’s birthday and made special effort to call them on their special day.

Barbara’s surviving family include her husband of 50 years, Tim of the home; daughters, Mindie Ulrich (Jeremy) of Russell, Kansas and Kristie Homeier (Brent) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Richard Gregwire (Janet) of McPherson, Kansas; sister, Roberta Jaye (Denny) of Lindsborg, Kansas; four grandchildren, Briar Ulrich, Gunnar Ulrich, Brock Homeier and Bryce Homeier; and treasured nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, June 25, 2022, at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church with burial of ashes following at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday, June 24, 2022, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday, at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; 

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Russell Regional Hospital Auxiliary.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Barbara J. (Gregwire) Scheck, 71, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday evening, June 18, 2022 at her home.Barbara was born October 1, 1950, in Russell, the daughter of Gordon and Marilyn (Flohr) Gregwire.&nbsp; She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the Class of '68.&nbsp; She then attended Emporia State University for a year and then transferred to Fort Hays State University where she obtained a Degree in Nursing.Barbara was united in marriage to Timothy F. Scheck on August 7, 1971.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters, Mindie and Kristie.&nbsp; They made their home in Hays from 1971 to 1974 when they returned to Russell.Barbara was a Registered Nurse for the Russell Hospital for over 20 years working mainly in the surgical department.&nbsp; Then from 1994 to 1998 she worked with the Russell Home Health.&nbsp; She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was an active member of the Russell Regional Hospital Auxiliary.&nbsp; She enjoyed doing puzzles like crosswords and cryptograms, doing cross stitching, and baking and cooking for family and friends.&nbsp; What would bring a sparkle to her eye was her grandchildren, she loved attending their activities and having them over to the house.&nbsp; She also had a gift of knowing everyone’s birthday and made special effort to call them on their special day.Barbara’s surviving family include her husband of 50 years, Tim of the home; daughters, Mindie Ulrich (Jeremy) of Russell, Kansas and Kristie Homeier (Brent) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Richard Gregwire (Janet) of McPherson, Kansas; sister, Roberta Jaye (Denny) of Lindsborg, Kansas; four grandchildren, Briar Ulrich, Gunnar Ulrich, Brock Homeier and Bryce Homeier; and treasured nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews, and cousins.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, June 25, 2022, at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church with burial of ashes following at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday, June 24, 2022, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday, at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Russell Regional Hospital Auxiliary.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Barbara J. (Gregwire) Scheck

Charlene Flax, age 78, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2022, at Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas. Charlene was born April 23, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, to Martin and Felicitas (Leiker) Klaus. She attended Marian High School in Hays and on October 9, 1965, she married Richard Flax at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays. He preceded her in death March 6, 2020. Charlene was a homemaker and a loving mother, and grandmother. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Daughters of Isabella, and a Senior Companion. She is survived by her three sons, Mark Flax and wife Jackie of Ellis, Gary Flax of Russell and Arlen Flax and wife Rose of Ellis; two brothers, Kenneth Klaus of Salina and Harold Klaus of Olathe; a sister, Ann Augustine of Ellis and three grandchildren, Jarod Flax of Goodland, Braden Flax of Russell and Emma Flax of Ellis. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard; a sister, Marilyn Flax and three brothers, twin brother Charles ,Joseph and Lester Klaus. Funeral services will be 10 AM Thursday, June 23, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis with Fr. Dana Clark officiating. Burial will follow services in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday 6 PM - 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM until service time all at the church. A combined Daughters of Isabella rosary and parish vigil will be Wednesday at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Charlene Flax, age 78, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2022, at Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas. Charlene was born April 23, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, to Martin and Felicitas (Leiker) Klaus. She attended Marian High School in Hays and on October 9, 1965, she married Richard Flax at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays. He preceded her in death March 6, 2020. Charlene was a homemaker and a loving mother, and grandmother. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Daughters of Isabella, and a Senior Companion. She is survived by her three sons, Mark Flax and wife Jackie of Ellis, Gary Flax of Russell and Arlen Flax and wife Rose of Ellis; two brothers, Kenneth Klaus of Salina and Harold Klaus of Olathe; a sister, Ann Augustine of Ellis and three grandchildren, Jarod Flax of Goodland, Braden Flax of Russell and Emma Flax of Ellis. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard; a sister, Marilyn Flax and three brothers, twin brother Charles ,Joseph and Lester Klaus. Funeral services will be 10 AM Thursday, June 23, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis with Fr. Dana Clark officiating. Burial will follow services in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday 6 PM - 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM until service time all at the church. A combined Daughters of Isabella rosary and parish vigil will be Wednesday at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Charlene Flax

Larry Willis “Scotty” Scott, 80, born on January 29, 1939, in 
Goodland, Kansas, passed away surrounded by his loving family Wednesday 
September 18, 2019, at Silvercrest at College View Retirement Community 
in Lenexa, KS.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents Paul William Scott and Lydia (Kaiser) Scott, as well as his brother Jerry Scott.

Larry is survived by his wife Martha “Marti” (Tallman) Scott; their 
sons Lars (wife Tara) and Lance (wife Mindy); his brother Don; and his 
grandchildren Landon, Marissa, Aubrey and Ashley.

Larry grew up and lived in Goodland, KS, subsequently residing in Sun
 Lakes, AZ and Lenexa, KS. In 1962, he served in the US Army stationed 
at Fort Carson, CO, where he met his wife Martha “Marti” Tallman and 
they were married July 11, 1964, in Snyder, NY. Larry loved his family 
and moved to Lenexa in 2018 to be closer to them.

Larry attended college at Fort Hays State University and worked for 
Rhoads Construction in Goodland for 33 years. He became a part owner of 
the construction company a year and a half after starting, serving as 
the company’s Secretary/Treasurer. Larry and Marti started a successful 
Shaklee business in 1973, which allowed them to travel the world, build 
closer relationships with distant relatives and make new friends.

Larry and Marti always enjoyed going out to dances, parties, dinners 
or just out to be with friends. Anyone who knew Larry and Marti would 
agree that they could “cut a rug” on the dance floor. Larry enjoyed 
keeping in touch with his Goodland High School class of ’57, talking 
about Shaklee, playing golf, playing poker, working on genealogy, 
telling stories and nobody was ever a stranger to Larry. He was also a 
devoted Christian and very involved with the United Methodist Church in 
Goodland and Sun Lakes.

The last few years of his life Larry fought progressive supranuclear 
palsy (PSP) that affected his swallowing, speech, and other functions. 
In lieu of flowers and in remembrance of Larry donations may be given to
 CurePSP at psp.org.

A graveside memorial service will be Friday, July 1, 2022, at 9 a.m. 
MT at the Goodland Cemetery, North Main Street, Goodland.&nbsp; Inurnment 
following the service in the Goodland Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

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 </figure>Larry Willis “Scotty” Scott, 80, born on January 29, 1939, in 
Goodland, Kansas, passed away surrounded by his loving family Wednesday 
September 18, 2019, at Silvercrest at College View Retirement Community 
in Lenexa, KS.Larry was preceded in death by his parents Paul William Scott and Lydia (Kaiser) Scott, as well as his brother Jerry Scott.Larry is survived by his wife Martha “Marti” (Tallman) Scott; their 
sons Lars (wife Tara) and Lance (wife Mindy); his brother Don; and his 
grandchildren Landon, Marissa, Aubrey and Ashley.Larry grew up and lived in Goodland, KS, subsequently residing in Sun
 Lakes, AZ and Lenexa, KS. In 1962, he served in the US Army stationed 
at Fort Carson, CO, where he met his wife Martha “Marti” Tallman and 
they were married July 11, 1964, in Snyder, NY. Larry loved his family 
and moved to Lenexa in 2018 to be closer to them.Larry attended college at Fort Hays State University and worked for 
Rhoads Construction in Goodland for 33 years. He became a part owner of 
the construction company a year and a half after starting, serving as 
the company’s Secretary/Treasurer. Larry and Marti started a successful 
Shaklee business in 1973, which allowed them to travel the world, build 
closer relationships with distant relatives and make new friends.Larry and Marti always enjoyed going out to dances, parties, dinners 
or just out to be with friends. Anyone who knew Larry and Marti would 
agree that they could “cut a rug” on the dance floor. Larry enjoyed 
keeping in touch with his Goodland High School class of ’57, talking 
about Shaklee, playing golf, playing poker, working on genealogy, 
telling stories and nobody was ever a stranger to Larry. He was also a 
devoted Christian and very involved with the United Methodist Church in 
Goodland and Sun Lakes.The last few years of his life Larry fought progressive supranuclear 
palsy (PSP) that affected his swallowing, speech, and other functions. 
In lieu of flowers and in remembrance of Larry donations may be given to
 CurePSP at psp.org.A graveside memorial service will be Friday, July 1, 2022, at 9 a.m. 
MT at the Goodland Cemetery, North Main Street, Goodland.&nbsp; Inurnment 
following the service in the Goodland Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

Larry Willis 'Scotty' Scott

Norma J. Howorth, 97, of Norton, passed away June 10, 2022, at the Norton
 County Hospital. She was born October 24, 1924, in Polk County, IA, daughter
 of Frank and Olfa (Alleman) Campbell. 
 Norma graduated from White Oak High School and then attended Iowa 
State Teacher College (now University of Northern Iowa). She worked for 
Travelers Insurance in Des Moines, IA, Central national Bank and 
Community. After moving to Norton, Norma worked for Dr. Lathrop and 
worked at the Cottage Style Shop. She was blessed to have babysat some 
very special children. Norma then worked for 26 years as the office 
manager for the Colip, Harltey, Hartman, and Long Clinic. 
 Private memorial services will be held later. Memorial contributions
 may be made to PEO and sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 
W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Norma J. Howorth, 97, of Norton, passed away June 10, 2022, at the Norton
 County Hospital. She was born October 24, 1924, in Polk County, IA, daughter
 of Frank and Olfa (Alleman) Campbell. 
 Norma graduated from White Oak High School and then attended Iowa 
State Teacher College (now University of Northern Iowa). She worked for 
Travelers Insurance in Des Moines, IA, Central national Bank and 
Community. After moving to Norton, Norma worked for Dr. Lathrop and 
worked at the Cottage Style Shop. She was blessed to have babysat some 
very special children. Norma then worked for 26 years as the office 
manager for the Colip, Harltey, Hartman, and Long Clinic. 
 Private memorial services will be held later. Memorial contributions
 may be made to PEO and sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 
W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Norma J. Howorth

Richard Wayne Winter, age 62, died at his home on June 18, 2022. He 
was born on March 4, 1960, in Marion, Kansas, the son of Donald and Judith
 (Cogdill) Winter.

Dick moved with his family to Ness City in 1961 where he graduated 
from Ness City High School, met his wife to be, started a band, raised 
his family, and grew a business. Dick was the lead singer in the ever 
popular, local band, “Thunder and Lightning," he ran Ness City Auto 
Parts for many years, and was the owner and operator of Dick's Pumping 
Service, LLC.

On August 13, 1988, he married Michele Swim in Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Together they raised their two children and worked in the businesses 
together.

Dick is survived by Michele, his wife of 33 years; son Dylan Winter 
(Karissa Boyles), of Ness City; daughter, Courtney Haynes (Bradley) of 
Goessel; mother, Judith Winter of Ness City; two brothers, Randy Winter 
and Shawn Winter (Karen Seib) all of Ness City; nephew, Ryan Winter 
(Shannon Fehrenbach) of Ness City; sisters, Traci Maier (Craig) of 
Lakewood, Colorado and Kim Melichar (Mike) of Andale; and two 
grandchildren, Marley and Maggie Winter; and many nieces, nephews, great
 nieces and great nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father, Don,
 and his brother, Kenneth.

Funeral service will be held on Thurs day, June 23, 2022, 10:30 a.m. 
at the United Methodist Church, Ness City, followed by burial in the 
Ness City Cemetery.&nbsp; Viewing will be held at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on 
Wednesday, from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the family present from 
7:00 until 9:00 that evening.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Marley and Maggie Winter Education Fund.&nbsp; 

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 </figure>Richard Wayne Winter, age 62, died at his home on June 18, 2022. He 
was born on March 4, 1960, in Marion, Kansas, the son of Donald and Judith
 (Cogdill) Winter.Dick moved with his family to Ness City in 1961 where he graduated 
from Ness City High School, met his wife to be, started a band, raised 
his family, and grew a business. Dick was the lead singer in the ever 
popular, local band, “Thunder and Lightning," he ran Ness City Auto 
Parts for many years, and was the owner and operator of Dick's Pumping 
Service, LLC.On August 13, 1988, he married Michele Swim in Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Together they raised their two children and worked in the businesses 
together.Dick is survived by Michele, his wife of 33 years; son Dylan Winter 
(Karissa Boyles), of Ness City; daughter, Courtney Haynes (Bradley) of 
Goessel; mother, Judith Winter of Ness City; two brothers, Randy Winter 
and Shawn Winter (Karen Seib) all of Ness City; nephew, Ryan Winter 
(Shannon Fehrenbach) of Ness City; sisters, Traci Maier (Craig) of 
Lakewood, Colorado and Kim Melichar (Mike) of Andale; and two 
grandchildren, Marley and Maggie Winter; and many nieces, nephews, great
 nieces and great nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his father, Don,
 and his brother, Kenneth.Funeral service will be held on Thurs day, June 23, 2022, 10:30 a.m. 
at the United Methodist Church, Ness City, followed by burial in the 
Ness City Cemetery.&nbsp; Viewing will be held at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on 
Wednesday, from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the family present from 
7:00 until 9:00 that evening.Memorial contributions may be given to the Marley and Maggie Winter Education Fund.&nbsp;

Richard Wayne Winter

Shirley Ann Urban, 86, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Sunday, June 
19, 2022, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La 
Crosse, Kansas.

Shirley was born November 2, 1935, in rural Rush County, Kansas, the 
daughter of Edmond B. and Charlet D. (Schaffer) Kline.&nbsp; She was a 
lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; Shirley and her husband, Art,
 owned and operated the Wishbone Café in La Crosse, Kansas. She also 
worked at Leiker’s Daylight Donut, and the Rush County Memorial 
Hospital, both of La Crosse, Kansas, before her retirement.

She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

On March 5, 1962, she married Wendlin A. “Art” Urban at St. Michael’s
 Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death July 16, 
2011.

Shirley and Art&nbsp; enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with their families.

Survivors include:&nbsp; two sisters, Bernice Stegman (Sy), Derby, Kansas,
 and Eileen Love (Jack), Great Bend, Kansas; and numerous nephews and 
nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and &nbsp;two brothers, Gerald “Jerry” Kline, and Gene Kline.

Church visitation will be Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 9:00 A.M. to 
10:00 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; A 
rosary will be at 9:30 A.M. &nbsp;

Memorial service will be Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 10:00 A.M. at 
St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka, Father Edmond Kline, and Reverend Reginald A. Urban 
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La 
Crosse, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

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 </figure>Shirley Ann Urban, 86, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Sunday, June 
19, 2022, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La 
Crosse, Kansas.Shirley was born November 2, 1935, in rural Rush County, Kansas, the 
daughter of Edmond B. and Charlet D. (Schaffer) Kline.&nbsp; She was a 
lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; Shirley and her husband, Art,
 owned and operated the Wishbone Café in La Crosse, Kansas. She also 
worked at Leiker’s Daylight Donut, and the Rush County Memorial 
Hospital, both of La Crosse, Kansas, before her retirement.She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.On March 5, 1962, she married Wendlin A. “Art” Urban at St. Michael’s
 Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death July 16, 
2011.Shirley and Art&nbsp; enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with their families.Survivors include:&nbsp; two sisters, Bernice Stegman (Sy), Derby, Kansas,
 and Eileen Love (Jack), Great Bend, Kansas; and numerous nephews and 
nieces.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and &nbsp;two brothers, Gerald “Jerry” Kline, and Gene Kline.Church visitation will be Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 9:00 A.M. to 
10:00 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; A 
rosary will be at 9:30 A.M. &nbsp;Memorial service will be Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 10:00 A.M. at 
St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka, Father Edmond Kline, and Reverend Reginald A. Urban 
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La 
Crosse, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

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