David L. Williams, age 65, passed away on Saturday May 28, 2022, at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital in Osborne, KS.

Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

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 </figure>David L. Williams, age 65, passed away on Saturday May 28, 2022, at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital in Osborne, KS.Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

David L. Williams

Marion Lavonne Reeder,&nbsp;age&nbsp;91,&nbsp;passed away on&nbsp;Tuesday, May&nbsp;31, 2022,&nbsp;in Springfield, Missouri.&nbsp;She was born February 15, 1931, in Hill City, Kansas, to Clark and Jessie (Wallace) Pierson.&nbsp;

Lavonne graduated from Salina High School in 1949 and attended Kansas Wesleyan.&nbsp;She married Carl&nbsp;Reeder on October 8, 1950, in Salina, Kansas&nbsp;and they moved to the WaKeeney area shortly thereafter.&nbsp;He preceded her in death September 12, 1978.&nbsp;

Music was a big part of&nbsp;Lavonne’s&nbsp;life.&nbsp;She sang many solos and duets in church and for weddings and funerals.&nbsp;She directed both the children's and adult church choirs&nbsp;for the Methodist Church, the latter for over 50 years. Lavonne was a member of the First United Methodist Church, participated in Harmony Club and EHU, was a former board member of Keeney Village and the Senior Center,&nbsp;former co-director of the Trego County Food Pantry,&nbsp;and&nbsp;crusade chairperson and former president of the Trego County Cancer unit,&nbsp;all in WaKeeney.

Survivors include four daughters, Cheri Watson and husband Gary, Springfield, MO; Joleen Nimz and husband Mark, WaKeeney, KS; Jeanine Welli and husband Mike, Wichita, KS; and Rhonda York and husband Dave, Leavenworth, KS; a sister, Ilene Jones, Springfield, MO; 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband,&nbsp;and son,&nbsp;Darryl Reeder.

Visitation will&nbsp;be&nbsp;held&nbsp;from 5:00-7:00 PM Sunday,&nbsp;June&nbsp;5, 2022, at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS.&nbsp;

A celebration of Lavonne’s life will be held at 10:30 AM on&nbsp;Monday,&nbsp;June 6&nbsp;at&nbsp;the First United Methodist Church, 500 Summit Avenue,&nbsp;with burial following at the WaKeeney Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the&nbsp;WaKeeney&nbsp;First United Methodist Church&nbsp;or the American Cancer Society. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12thSt. WaKeeney, KS, 67672.

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

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 </figure>Marion Lavonne Reeder,&nbsp;age&nbsp;91,&nbsp;passed away on&nbsp;Tuesday, May&nbsp;31, 2022,&nbsp;in Springfield, Missouri.&nbsp;She was born February 15, 1931, in Hill City, Kansas, to Clark and Jessie (Wallace) Pierson.&nbsp;Lavonne graduated from Salina High School in 1949 and attended Kansas Wesleyan.&nbsp;She married Carl&nbsp;Reeder on October 8, 1950, in Salina, Kansas&nbsp;and they moved to the WaKeeney area shortly thereafter.&nbsp;He preceded her in death September 12, 1978.&nbsp;Music was a big part of&nbsp;Lavonne’s&nbsp;life.&nbsp;She sang many solos and duets in church and for weddings and funerals.&nbsp;She directed both the children's and adult church choirs&nbsp;for the Methodist Church, the latter for over 50 years. Lavonne was a member of the First United Methodist Church, participated in Harmony Club and EHU, was a former board member of Keeney Village and the Senior Center,&nbsp;former co-director of the Trego County Food Pantry,&nbsp;and&nbsp;crusade chairperson and former president of the Trego County Cancer unit,&nbsp;all in WaKeeney.Survivors include four daughters, Cheri Watson and husband Gary, Springfield, MO; Joleen Nimz and husband Mark, WaKeeney, KS; Jeanine Welli and husband Mike, Wichita, KS; and Rhonda York and husband Dave, Leavenworth, KS; a sister, Ilene Jones, Springfield, MO; 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, husband,&nbsp;and son,&nbsp;Darryl Reeder.Visitation will&nbsp;be&nbsp;held&nbsp;from 5:00-7:00 PM Sunday,&nbsp;June&nbsp;5, 2022, at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS.&nbsp;A celebration of Lavonne’s life will be held at 10:30 AM on&nbsp;Monday,&nbsp;June 6&nbsp;at&nbsp;the First United Methodist Church, 500 Summit Avenue,&nbsp;with burial following at the WaKeeney Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the&nbsp;WaKeeney&nbsp;First United Methodist Church&nbsp;or the American Cancer Society. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12thSt. WaKeeney, KS, 67672.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Marion Lavonne Reeder

Martin "Marty/Mark" Yunker Jr., 71, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022.&nbsp; Marty was born in Salina, Kansas, on September 20, 1950, to Lydia (Staab) and Martin Yunker Sr.&nbsp; Marty is best remembered for his kind and generous heart, his ingenuity, and his love of history.&nbsp; He was a loyal friend and shared his love of life, humor, and hospitality with all who knew him.

After graduating from Hays High School, Marty enlisted in the National Guard, serving in the Russell Maintenance Company until his honorable discharge in 1976. Marty was a machinist by trade, skilled in fabrication. He worked for Texas Instruments and several local machine shops before joining Colorado Springs Utilities. After thirty years, he retired from the Colorado Springs Utilities Weld/Machine shop in 2017.&nbsp; He is remembered by his friends and coworkers for his problem solving and innovation.&nbsp;

Marty had a love of the outdoors, hunting, and firearms.&nbsp; Marty could be found roving the local gun shows visiting with the exhibitors and was a walking encyclopedia on the history and value of firearms. He was active in the Colorado Wildlife Hunter's Education program instructing over 15,000 students.&nbsp; Students loved his stories. He was recognized in 1998, 2001, 2003, and 2005 as Colorado Instructor of the year.&nbsp; And in 2013, he was recognized as Mentor for Hunter Education Instructors.&nbsp; He was a certified Range Safety Officer.&nbsp; Marty especially enjoyed working with kids/young adults.&nbsp; He volunteered teaching outdoor skills to Young Marines, Boy Scouts, and 4-H students. Survival and safety were two skills he always emphasized.&nbsp; He was recognized in 2008 with the President's Volunteer Service Award.

Marty was an adventurer and enjoyed traveling. He enjoyed Canyonlands in Utah and the Grand Canyon in Arizona. After retirement, he made two trips to visit friends in Brazil. He often supported charities and was an active supporter of less fortunate families in Brazil.

Marty married Karen (Weis) Yunker on May 27, 1972. They were celebrating 50 years of marriage in May.&nbsp; In 1977, they followed their dream to live in Colorado.&nbsp; Weekends were spent exploring Colorado and summer vacations were spent camping.&nbsp; His two children and grandchildren were the center of his life. He loved sharing in their lives. He enjoyed having nephews visit for summer barbecues and holiday meals.

Marty is survived by his wife, Karen; daughter, Amy Roberts (John), and Son, Shaun Yunker (Jaime) of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Matthew and Amanda Roberts; brothers Robert Yunker (Salina, Kansas), Chuck Yunker (Tecumseh, Kansas), James and Shirley Yunker (Hays, Kansas), Daniel and Joan Yunker (Andover, Kansas);&nbsp; sisters Mary Alice Weed (Salina, Kansas) and Janice Koshiol (Hays, Kansas); and&nbsp; sister-in-law Lois Yunker (Munjor, Kansas).

Left also to cherish his memory are brothers and sisters-in-laws John and Carol Weis (Schoenchen, Kansas) and Cindy Weis and Jon (Durham, North Carolina) Mark and Carol Richmeier (Norton, Kansas), Michael and Emma Weis (Akron, Colorado), Linda Pope (Hoxie, Kansas), Leon Weis (Hoxie, Kansas), and Brian and Josie Weis (Colby, Kansas).

Marty is preceded in death by his father and mother, Martin Sr. and Lydia; in laws, Hermine and Leo Weis; Brothers Thomas and David Yunker; Brothers-in-law, Russ Pope, David Weed, and Patrick Koshiol; Sisters-in-law, Charlene Vinquist, Mary Weis, and Kathy Yunker; nephew, Matthew Yunker; and friend and mentor, Harlan Day.

Visitation and rosary will be held 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Monday, May 30, at Dove-Witt funeral home in Fountain, Colorado.

Funeral Service will be held at 9:30 am, Tuesday, May 31, at St. Dominic Church, Security, Colorado.

Burial to follow with Military Rights at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Donations may be made to the Martin Yunker Memorial, which will be distributed to families in need in Brazil.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dove-witt.com/">www.Dove-Witt.com</a>&nbsp;for the Yunker family.

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 </figure>Martin "Marty/Mark" Yunker Jr., 71, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022.&nbsp; Marty was born in Salina, Kansas, on September 20, 1950, to Lydia (Staab) and Martin Yunker Sr.&nbsp; Marty is best remembered for his kind and generous heart, his ingenuity, and his love of history.&nbsp; He was a loyal friend and shared his love of life, humor, and hospitality with all who knew him.After graduating from Hays High School, Marty enlisted in the National Guard, serving in the Russell Maintenance Company until his honorable discharge in 1976. Marty was a machinist by trade, skilled in fabrication. He worked for Texas Instruments and several local machine shops before joining Colorado Springs Utilities. After thirty years, he retired from the Colorado Springs Utilities Weld/Machine shop in 2017.&nbsp; He is remembered by his friends and coworkers for his problem solving and innovation.&nbsp;Marty had a love of the outdoors, hunting, and firearms.&nbsp; Marty could be found roving the local gun shows visiting with the exhibitors and was a walking encyclopedia on the history and value of firearms. He was active in the Colorado Wildlife Hunter's Education program instructing over 15,000 students.&nbsp; Students loved his stories. He was recognized in 1998, 2001, 2003, and 2005 as Colorado Instructor of the year.&nbsp; And in 2013, he was recognized as Mentor for Hunter Education Instructors.&nbsp; He was a certified Range Safety Officer.&nbsp; Marty especially enjoyed working with kids/young adults.&nbsp; He volunteered teaching outdoor skills to Young Marines, Boy Scouts, and 4-H students. Survival and safety were two skills he always emphasized.&nbsp; He was recognized in 2008 with the President's Volunteer Service Award.Marty was an adventurer and enjoyed traveling. He enjoyed Canyonlands in Utah and the Grand Canyon in Arizona. After retirement, he made two trips to visit friends in Brazil. He often supported charities and was an active supporter of less fortunate families in Brazil.Marty married Karen (Weis) Yunker on May 27, 1972. They were celebrating 50 years of marriage in May.&nbsp; In 1977, they followed their dream to live in Colorado.&nbsp; Weekends were spent exploring Colorado and summer vacations were spent camping.&nbsp; His two children and grandchildren were the center of his life. He loved sharing in their lives. He enjoyed having nephews visit for summer barbecues and holiday meals.Marty is survived by his wife, Karen; daughter, Amy Roberts (John), and Son, Shaun Yunker (Jaime) of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Matthew and Amanda Roberts; brothers Robert Yunker (Salina, Kansas), Chuck Yunker (Tecumseh, Kansas), James and Shirley Yunker (Hays, Kansas), Daniel and Joan Yunker (Andover, Kansas);&nbsp; sisters Mary Alice Weed (Salina, Kansas) and Janice Koshiol (Hays, Kansas); and&nbsp; sister-in-law Lois Yunker (Munjor, Kansas).Left also to cherish his memory are brothers and sisters-in-laws John and Carol Weis (Schoenchen, Kansas) and Cindy Weis and Jon (Durham, North Carolina) Mark and Carol Richmeier (Norton, Kansas), Michael and Emma Weis (Akron, Colorado), Linda Pope (Hoxie, Kansas), Leon Weis (Hoxie, Kansas), and Brian and Josie Weis (Colby, Kansas).Marty is preceded in death by his father and mother, Martin Sr. and Lydia; in laws, Hermine and Leo Weis; Brothers Thomas and David Yunker; Brothers-in-law, Russ Pope, David Weed, and Patrick Koshiol; Sisters-in-law, Charlene Vinquist, Mary Weis, and Kathy Yunker; nephew, Matthew Yunker; and friend and mentor, Harlan Day.Visitation and rosary will be held 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Monday, May 30, at Dove-Witt funeral home in Fountain, Colorado.Funeral Service will be held at 9:30 am, Tuesday, May 31, at St. Dominic Church, Security, Colorado.Burial to follow with Military Rights at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, Colorado.Donations may be made to the Martin Yunker Memorial, which will be distributed to families in need in Brazil.Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dove-witt.com/">www.Dove-Witt.com</a>&nbsp;for the Yunker family.

Martin 'Marty / Mark' Yunker Jr.

Etta V. Brack, age 91, of Goodland passed away Sunday, May 29, 2022, at Topside Manor.&nbsp;

Etta was born August 13, 1930, to Fred and Selma (Brack) Brack in 
Albert, Kansas.&nbsp; She grew up and attended grade school in Albert and 
graduated from Great Bend High School in 1949.&nbsp; She worked as a 
secretary for the City and County of Denver for many years. Etta came to
 Goodland in 2004 to live with her niece Helen Elliott.&nbsp; She was a 
member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, an avid bowler, enjoyed traveling
 and spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Everen, Kenneth, 
Algene, Eldon and Daylon; sisters, Fara (Betty) James, Mary Evers; 3 
nieces, Anita (Brack) Titus, Margaret (Evers) Darkas and Delores (James)
 Thomas.&nbsp;

Etta is survived by her nieces, Helen Elliott of Goodland, KS, Sharon
 (Steve) Pivonka of Overland Park, KS, Brenda Florian of Colorado 
Springs, CO; nephew, Donald (Nancy) James of Lincoln, NE; and a host of 
nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to Etta Brack Memorial Fund and may be 
left at the service or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 
278, Goodland, Kansas 67735.&nbsp; Information and online condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Etta-Brack">HERE</a> for service details.

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Albert, Kansas.&nbsp; She grew up and attended grade school in Albert and 
graduated from Great Bend High School in 1949.&nbsp; She worked as a 
secretary for the City and County of Denver for many years. Etta came to
 Goodland in 2004 to live with her niece Helen Elliott.&nbsp; She was a 
member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, an avid bowler, enjoyed traveling
 and spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Everen, Kenneth, 
Algene, Eldon and Daylon; sisters, Fara (Betty) James, Mary Evers; 3 
nieces, Anita (Brack) Titus, Margaret (Evers) Darkas and Delores (James)
 Thomas.&nbsp;Etta is survived by her nieces, Helen Elliott of Goodland, KS, Sharon
 (Steve) Pivonka of Overland Park, KS, Brenda Florian of Colorado 
Springs, CO; nephew, Donald (Nancy) James of Lincoln, NE; and a host of 
nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to Etta Brack Memorial Fund and may be 
left at the service or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 
278, Goodland, Kansas 67735.&nbsp; Information and online condolences www.batemanfuneral.com.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Etta-Brack">HERE</a> for service details.

Etta V. Brack

February 4, 1935
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 June 1, 2022

An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Jay-Arnold-Anderson?obId=25001406#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

February 4, 1935
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 June 1, 2022An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Jay-Arnold-Anderson?obId=25001406#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Jay Arnold Anderson

Pauline Francis Sims, age 100, passed away on Tuesday May 31, 2022, at the Parkview Care Center in Osborne, KS.

An obituary is pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

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Pauline Francis Sims

Dale Charles Kratochvil, 87, of Greeley 
passed away in his home on Thursday, May 26, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in Hays,
 Kansas, to Adolph and Carrie Kratochvil on December 23, 1934.&nbsp;

He moved with his family to Topeka, 
Kansas, while he was in elementary school.&nbsp; It was fascinating for him to
 travel to Topeka on the train as his family didn’t have a car.

Dale graduated from Topeka High School in
 1952.&nbsp; He worked at WIBW Radio and TV while attending classes at 
Washburn University, Topeka.&nbsp; He graduated with an accounting degree in 
1963.&nbsp; He continued working at WIBW TV in the accounting department and 
as a Master Control Engineer.

On August 8, 1965, Dale married Delores 
Roller in Holton, Kansas.&nbsp; They lived in Topeka and later, Kansas City 
before moving to Greeley in March 1974.&nbsp; As a member of the First United
 Methodist Church in Greeley, he served on the finance committee for 
several years.

Most important in Dale’s life was his 
family.&nbsp; Through the years, he enjoyed many family get-togethers, trips 
to the mountains and attending various events and activities for his 
children and grandchildren.&nbsp; He was also an avid reader and watched a 
variety of sports on TV.&nbsp; Gardening and yardwork were the perfect 
balance for his job as an accountant.&nbsp; His kindness, devotion and sense 
of humor will be remembered by all.

Thankful to have shared his life are his 
wife, Delores (Dee); daughter, Janice Gibson (Greg); son, Brian 
Kratochvil, son Keith Kratochvil (Linda); sister, Carolyn Fitzgerald 
(Jim); grandchildren, Evan Kratochvil (Grace), Leah Gibson, Avery, 
Hayden, and Griffin Kratochvil.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, and spouses; Evelyn, (Irvin), Mildred, (George), Marcella, (John), and Arlene (Lee); daughter-in-law, Beth Kratochvil.

A Life Celebration Memorial Service for 
Dale’s life will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 2 P.M. at First 
United Methodist Church in Greeley, 917 10th Avenue.&nbsp; 
Memorial gifts may be given to First United Methodist Church in 
Greeley.&nbsp; Condolences may be given at AdamsonCares.com &amp; flowers can
 be sent directly to Adamson Life Celebration Home.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dale Charles Kratochvil, 87, of Greeley 
passed away in his home on Thursday, May 26, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in Hays,
 Kansas, to Adolph and Carrie Kratochvil on December 23, 1934.&nbsp;He moved with his family to Topeka, 
Kansas, while he was in elementary school.&nbsp; It was fascinating for him to
 travel to Topeka on the train as his family didn’t have a car.Dale graduated from Topeka High School in
 1952.&nbsp; He worked at WIBW Radio and TV while attending classes at 
Washburn University, Topeka.&nbsp; He graduated with an accounting degree in 
1963.&nbsp; He continued working at WIBW TV in the accounting department and 
as a Master Control Engineer.On August 8, 1965, Dale married Delores 
Roller in Holton, Kansas.&nbsp; They lived in Topeka and later, Kansas City 
before moving to Greeley in March 1974.&nbsp; As a member of the First United
 Methodist Church in Greeley, he served on the finance committee for 
several years.Most important in Dale’s life was his 
family.&nbsp; Through the years, he enjoyed many family get-togethers, trips 
to the mountains and attending various events and activities for his 
children and grandchildren.&nbsp; He was also an avid reader and watched a 
variety of sports on TV.&nbsp; Gardening and yardwork were the perfect 
balance for his job as an accountant.&nbsp; His kindness, devotion and sense 
of humor will be remembered by all.Thankful to have shared his life are his 
wife, Delores (Dee); daughter, Janice Gibson (Greg); son, Brian 
Kratochvil, son Keith Kratochvil (Linda); sister, Carolyn Fitzgerald 
(Jim); grandchildren, Evan Kratochvil (Grace), Leah Gibson, Avery, 
Hayden, and Griffin Kratochvil.He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, and spouses; Evelyn, (Irvin), Mildred, (George), Marcella, (John), and Arlene (Lee); daughter-in-law, Beth Kratochvil.A Life Celebration Memorial Service for 
Dale’s life will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 2 P.M. at First 
United Methodist Church in Greeley, 917 10th Avenue.&nbsp; 
Memorial gifts may be given to First United Methodist Church in 
Greeley.&nbsp; Condolences may be given at AdamsonCares.com &amp; flowers can
 be sent directly to Adamson Life Celebration Home.&nbsp;

Dale Charles Kratochvil

Betty Irene (Bradley) Hendershot passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022. Betty was born in Quinter, KS to Charles “Buck” and Ruby (Galloway) Bradley on July 16, 1929.

Betty graduated from Trego County High School in WaKeeney, KS. She married Donni<a></a>e Riedell and had two sons, Jim and Chuck. They both preceded her in death. Betty and Don were divorced and she later married Roger Hendershot. To this union, Roger and Betty had three girls, Colleen (Richard) Wolf,&nbsp;Larned; Tracey (Terry) Berry, WaKeeney; and Ginny Parker (Randy Schmitt), Hutchinson.

Betty was a homemaker all of her life and as Roger would sometimes say “could make a pound of hamburger, feed a family of seven”, and none of us ever went hungry. Betty also liked to knit for family and friends, displaying very intricate colorwork in her knitting skills. She also liked to garden and can, and taught her children to do the same.

Betty is survived by her three daughters, several grandchildren, great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband Roger, sons Jim and Chuck Riedell, parents Charles and Ruby, brother Harold Bradley, and sister Maxine Hacker.

Memorials may be made in care of the Hays Medical Hospice, or Good Samaritan, Ellis, KS. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12th St. WaKeeney, Kansas, 67672

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 </figure>Betty Irene (Bradley) Hendershot passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022. Betty was born in Quinter, KS to Charles “Buck” and Ruby (Galloway) Bradley on July 16, 1929.Betty graduated from Trego County High School in WaKeeney, KS. She married Donni<a></a>e Riedell and had two sons, Jim and Chuck. They both preceded her in death. Betty and Don were divorced and she later married Roger Hendershot. To this union, Roger and Betty had three girls, Colleen (Richard) Wolf,&nbsp;Larned; Tracey (Terry) Berry, WaKeeney; and Ginny Parker (Randy Schmitt), Hutchinson.Betty was a homemaker all of her life and as Roger would sometimes say “could make a pound of hamburger, feed a family of seven”, and none of us ever went hungry. Betty also liked to knit for family and friends, displaying very intricate colorwork in her knitting skills. She also liked to garden and can, and taught her children to do the same.Betty is survived by her three daughters, several grandchildren, great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.Betty was preceded in death by her husband Roger, sons Jim and Chuck Riedell, parents Charles and Ruby, brother Harold Bradley, and sister Maxine Hacker.Memorials may be made in care of the Hays Medical Hospice, or Good Samaritan, Ellis, KS. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12th St. WaKeeney, Kansas, 67672

Betty Hendershot

February 1, 1933
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 May 27, 2022

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 May 27, 2022An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/George--Lloyd--Ruzicka?obId=24989553#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

George Lloyd Ruzicka

Judith Smith Ogle was born on September 4, 1942, and went to be with 
the Lord on May 28, 2022, at the age of 79, at Victorian Gardens&nbsp;in 
Eureka, Missouri. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Judy, the daughter of Dan and Pauline (Welch) Smith, was raised on a 
farm near Pawnee Rock, Kansas, and was a 1960 graduate of Pawnee Rock 
High School.&nbsp;

After high school graduation, Judy was a telephone operator in Great 
Bend, Kansas, and a stay-at-home mom while her children were small.&nbsp; 
After moving to Missouri, she was an owner and operator of a Dairy 
Queen; an Administrative Assistant at an accounting firm; and an 
Assistant Administrator at Pension Administrators &amp; Consultants 
where she remained until her retirement.&nbsp;

Judy married Dan Ogle; they later divorced.&nbsp; This marriage was 
blessed with three children:&nbsp; Joe, Scott and Krista.&nbsp; She is survived by
 her daughter, Krista Ogle Rezek (Joe); daughter-in-law, Sandi Ogle; two
 grandsons, Erik Ogle and Ryan Ogle; sister, Marilyn Haynes (Chuck Sr.);
 nieces Kim Heath (Dan) and Kelly Dahl; and nephew Chuck Haynes Jr. 
(Dana); and many other cherished relatives and friends.&nbsp; She was 
preceded by her parents, her two sons—Joe and Scott Ogle; and a 
great-niece, Kaitlyn Dahl.

Judy was a life-long member of the New Jerusalem Church in Pawnee 
Rock and the Church of the Open Word in St. Louis, Missouri, where she 
served on the board for many years.&nbsp; She also volunteered her service to
 Rainbow Village, a charity that enhances the lives of individuals with 
developmental disabilities; and was a member of the Eureka Missouri 
Historical Society.&nbsp; Judy’s hobbies were taking pictures, family 
genealogy and she was an avid baker with friends and family frequently 
requesting their favorite dessert.&nbsp;

Visitation will take place on Tuesday, May 31, at Kutis Funeral Home 
in St. Louis, Missouri, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with service 
following at 7:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, 
June 4, at Great Bend Cemetery in Great Bend, Kansas, at 11:00 a.m., 
with Vivan Bright presiding.

Memorials may be given to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or to the donor’s choice.

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 </figure>Judith Smith Ogle was born on September 4, 1942, and went to be with 
the Lord on May 28, 2022, at the age of 79, at Victorian Gardens&nbsp;in 
Eureka, Missouri. &nbsp;&nbsp;Judy, the daughter of Dan and Pauline (Welch) Smith, was raised on a 
farm near Pawnee Rock, Kansas, and was a 1960 graduate of Pawnee Rock 
High School.&nbsp;After high school graduation, Judy was a telephone operator in Great 
Bend, Kansas, and a stay-at-home mom while her children were small.&nbsp; 
After moving to Missouri, she was an owner and operator of a Dairy 
Queen; an Administrative Assistant at an accounting firm; and an 
Assistant Administrator at Pension Administrators &amp; Consultants 
where she remained until her retirement.&nbsp;Judy married Dan Ogle; they later divorced.&nbsp; This marriage was 
blessed with three children:&nbsp; Joe, Scott and Krista.&nbsp; She is survived by
 her daughter, Krista Ogle Rezek (Joe); daughter-in-law, Sandi Ogle; two
 grandsons, Erik Ogle and Ryan Ogle; sister, Marilyn Haynes (Chuck Sr.);
 nieces Kim Heath (Dan) and Kelly Dahl; and nephew Chuck Haynes Jr. 
(Dana); and many other cherished relatives and friends.&nbsp; She was 
preceded by her parents, her two sons—Joe and Scott Ogle; and a 
great-niece, Kaitlyn Dahl.Judy was a life-long member of the New Jerusalem Church in Pawnee 
Rock and the Church of the Open Word in St. Louis, Missouri, where she 
served on the board for many years.&nbsp; She also volunteered her service to
 Rainbow Village, a charity that enhances the lives of individuals with 
developmental disabilities; and was a member of the Eureka Missouri 
Historical Society.&nbsp; Judy’s hobbies were taking pictures, family 
genealogy and she was an avid baker with friends and family frequently 
requesting their favorite dessert.&nbsp;Visitation will take place on Tuesday, May 31, at Kutis Funeral Home 
in St. Louis, Missouri, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with service 
following at 7:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, 
June 4, at Great Bend Cemetery in Great Bend, Kansas, at 11:00 a.m., 
with Vivan Bright presiding.Memorials may be given to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or to the donor’s choice.

Judith Smith Ogle

Steven J. Thomas, age 53,&nbsp;of Hays, Kansas died&nbsp;Friday, May 27, 2022, in Barstow, California. &nbsp;

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

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

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 </figure>Steven J. Thomas, age 53,&nbsp;of Hays, Kansas died&nbsp;Friday, May 27, 2022, in Barstow, California. &nbsp;Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Steven J. Thomas

Michael Eric Neiman, 60, died May 29, 2022, at his home in 
Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born August 24, 1961, in Bad Axe, Michigan, 
the son of Wilbert “Willie” and June (Toner) Neiman.

A Barton County resident since the early 1980s, Michael was a truck 
driver, with over a million miles on his record, and a diesel mechanic.&nbsp;
 He worked for R&amp;S Repair, Firemaster, and most recently Outlaw Tank
 Service.

Michael was baptized and confirmed at St. Peters Lutheran Church in 
Bad Axe, Michigan.&nbsp; He loved showing horses in his younger days with his
 father (who was especially proud of this hobby), mother, and brothers 
for 12 years and was an avid hunter. Family was the most important thing
 to him and their home was the hangout, where he would be known to be 
“burning up food” or grilling and was reknowned for his caveman potatoes
 and beans.&nbsp; His 12 grandchildren were his pride and joy and he was 
affectionately known to them as Papa Bear.

On March 22, 2008, he married Karla J. Roat in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on November 6, 2019.

He is survived by his children; Rachel Dove and husband Trent, and 
Michael J. Neiman and wife Alicia, all of Great Bend, and Jesse Roat and
 fiancee Brittany Van Scyoc and Kayla Godfrey and husband James, all of 
Hoisington; parents, Willie and June Neiman of Geneseo; brothers, Mark 
Neiman and wife Connie of Cass City, Michigan and Rick Neiman and wife 
Nancy of Harbor Beach, Michigan; grandchildren, Justin Dennis, Brayden 
and Treyton Dove, Matthew, Andrew, and Zachary Neiman, Preston, Adley, 
and Ryland Roat, and Klara, Jayda, and Jensen Godfrey; and his fur 
babies, Sadie, Twinkie, and Bella.

He was preceded in death by his wife Karla Neiman; nephew, Mark Neiman, Jr.; and their beloved dogs, Darby, Nora, and Fancy.

There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Friends may sign the book prior to the service, with the family 
greeting guests starting at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, 2022, at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorial service will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2022,&nbsp; at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, Hoisington, with Pastor Denny 
Lewis presiding.

Memorials may be made to Michael Neiman Funeral Expense Fund in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Michael Eric Neiman, 60, died May 29, 2022, at his home in 
Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born August 24, 1961, in Bad Axe, Michigan, 
the son of Wilbert “Willie” and June (Toner) Neiman.A Barton County resident since the early 1980s, Michael was a truck 
driver, with over a million miles on his record, and a diesel mechanic.&nbsp;
 He worked for R&amp;S Repair, Firemaster, and most recently Outlaw Tank
 Service.Michael was baptized and confirmed at St. Peters Lutheran Church in 
Bad Axe, Michigan.&nbsp; He loved showing horses in his younger days with his
 father (who was especially proud of this hobby), mother, and brothers 
for 12 years and was an avid hunter. Family was the most important thing
 to him and their home was the hangout, where he would be known to be 
“burning up food” or grilling and was reknowned for his caveman potatoes
 and beans.&nbsp; His 12 grandchildren were his pride and joy and he was 
affectionately known to them as Papa Bear.On March 22, 2008, he married Karla J. Roat in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on November 6, 2019.He is survived by his children; Rachel Dove and husband Trent, and 
Michael J. Neiman and wife Alicia, all of Great Bend, and Jesse Roat and
 fiancee Brittany Van Scyoc and Kayla Godfrey and husband James, all of 
Hoisington; parents, Willie and June Neiman of Geneseo; brothers, Mark 
Neiman and wife Connie of Cass City, Michigan and Rick Neiman and wife 
Nancy of Harbor Beach, Michigan; grandchildren, Justin Dennis, Brayden 
and Treyton Dove, Matthew, Andrew, and Zachary Neiman, Preston, Adley, 
and Ryland Roat, and Klara, Jayda, and Jensen Godfrey; and his fur 
babies, Sadie, Twinkie, and Bella.He was preceded in death by his wife Karla Neiman; nephew, Mark Neiman, Jr.; and their beloved dogs, Darby, Nora, and Fancy.There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.Friends may sign the book prior to the service, with the family 
greeting guests starting at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, 2022, at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorial service will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2022,&nbsp; at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, Hoisington, with Pastor Denny 
Lewis presiding.Memorials may be made to Michael Neiman Funeral Expense Fund in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Michael Eric Neiman

Della Nora Deatherage, 88, passed away Tuesday, May 
24, 2022.&nbsp; On February 20, 1934, Della took her first breath as the 
daughter of Albina and Miles Lantz.&nbsp; She was the tenth of eleven 
children.

Della grew up to be the Rodeo Queen of Sylvan Grove, KS and graduated
 from Sylvan Grove High School in 1952. She then worked at the Tower 
Café in Russell, KS where she met Donald, her lifelong partner of 66 
years. They moved around chasing oil wells and ended up in Salina with 
three kids in tow.&nbsp; Della became manager for Gibson’s Hardware on 
Broadway. She started injecting and spraying trees which developed into 
Greenburst Lawns where she never stopped working.

She loved to go to bingo and the casino when she could and also loved
 shopping and auctions. She had her dogs to keep her company when her 
husband and daughter passed. I think the memories got the best of her 
and in the early hours on May 24th she took her last breath and left us 
peacefully.

Della was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Deatherage; daughter, Cheryl Deatherage; and all her siblings.

She is survived by her sons, Don Ray and Edward Dean; three 
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and
 friends.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at First Christian Church.

Memorials to Rolling Hills Zoo, Salina Animal Services or First Christian Church, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 </figure>Della Nora Deatherage, 88, passed away Tuesday, May 
24, 2022.&nbsp; On February 20, 1934, Della took her first breath as the 
daughter of Albina and Miles Lantz.&nbsp; She was the tenth of eleven 
children.Della grew up to be the Rodeo Queen of Sylvan Grove, KS and graduated
 from Sylvan Grove High School in 1952. She then worked at the Tower 
Café in Russell, KS where she met Donald, her lifelong partner of 66 
years. They moved around chasing oil wells and ended up in Salina with 
three kids in tow.&nbsp; Della became manager for Gibson’s Hardware on 
Broadway. She started injecting and spraying trees which developed into 
Greenburst Lawns where she never stopped working.She loved to go to bingo and the casino when she could and also loved
 shopping and auctions. She had her dogs to keep her company when her 
husband and daughter passed. I think the memories got the best of her 
and in the early hours on May 24th she took her last breath and left us 
peacefully.Della was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Deatherage; daughter, Cheryl Deatherage; and all her siblings.She is survived by her sons, Don Ray and Edward Dean; three 
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and
 friends.A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at First Christian Church.Memorials to Rolling Hills Zoo, Salina Animal Services or First Christian Church, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Della Nora Deatherage

Terry Legleiter, age 66, of Hays, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society - Hays.

Cremation occurred&nbsp;under the direction of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

A memorial service is planned for Terry in early 2023, when his family is able to gather together.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by his son:&nbsp;Tyler; 
grandson: Taethon; brother: Darrell&nbsp;Legleiter (Nadine); sisters: Kathy 
Dreher; Sheri Hayslip (Jerry); and Sandy Bradshaw (Marc). Also two bonus
 grandchildren: Lincoln and Annie Brown, together with their mother, 
Jackalyn "Jax" Brown.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Dave and Troy; and brother-in-law: Ron Dreher.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 </figure>Terry Legleiter, age 66, of Hays, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society - Hays.Cremation occurred&nbsp;under the direction of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.A memorial service is planned for Terry in early 2023, when his family is able to gather together.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his son:&nbsp;Tyler; 
grandson: Taethon; brother: Darrell&nbsp;Legleiter (Nadine); sisters: Kathy 
Dreher; Sheri Hayslip (Jerry); and Sandy Bradshaw (Marc). Also two bonus
 grandchildren: Lincoln and Annie Brown, together with their mother, 
Jackalyn "Jax" Brown.Terry was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Dave and Troy; and brother-in-law: Ron Dreher.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Terry Legleiter

Lloyd Henry Gemaehlich “Shorts” was born December 20, 1931, in Akron, 
Colorado, to William and Mary (Grauerholz) Gemaehlich.  He passed away on
 May 30, 2022, at the age of 90 at Smith County Memorial Hospital. 

He 
was confirmed at St John’s Lutheran Church on March 25, 1945. Lloyd 
attended and graduated from Kensington High School in 1949. He enlisted
 in the U.S. Army in April 1952 and served during the Korean War in 
Alaska until discharge in 1954. Lloyd was united in marriage to 
Margaret J Malik on August 4, 1957. He worked at the grain elevator in 
Scott City for many years. While living in Hays worked at the DMV until
 he retired and they relocated to Estes Park, where he was employed part
 time at the YMCA. 
 Preceded in death by his parents, wife Margaret J, sisters Leona 
(Reinhardt) Kuhlmann, Clara (Vernon) Beckmann, brothers LeRoy (Margaret 
C) and Kenneth Gemaehlich. 
 Survivors are son Donald Gemaehlich of Chandler, AZ and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Lloyd-Henry-Gemaehlich?obId=24984067#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Lloyd Henry Gemaehlich “Shorts” was born December 20, 1931, in Akron, 
Colorado, to William and Mary (Grauerholz) Gemaehlich. He passed away on
 May 30, 2022, at the age of 90 at Smith County Memorial Hospital. He 
was confirmed at St John’s Lutheran Church on March 25, 1945. Lloyd 
attended and graduated from Kensington High School in 1949. He enlisted
 in the U.S. Army in April 1952 and served during the Korean War in 
Alaska until discharge in 1954. Lloyd was united in marriage to 
Margaret J Malik on August 4, 1957. He worked at the grain elevator in 
Scott City for many years. While living in Hays worked at the DMV until
 he retired and they relocated to Estes Park, where he was employed part
 time at the YMCA. 
 Preceded in death by his parents, wife Margaret J, sisters Leona 
(Reinhardt) Kuhlmann, Clara (Vernon) Beckmann, brothers LeRoy (Margaret 
C) and Kenneth Gemaehlich. 
 Survivors are son Donald Gemaehlich of Chandler, AZ and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Lloyd-Henry-Gemaehlich?obId=24984067#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Lloyd Henry Gemaehlich

Erica Joan Murphy, age 42, of Oakley, passed away May 29, 2022, at Logan
 County Hospital from a 14-month fight with cancer, with her loving 
family at her side. On March 19, 1980, she was born in Eureka, KS to 
Jack and Carol (Lumley) Deniston. She was a graduate of Scott Community 
High School in Scott City KS, she attended Colby Community College where
 she studied to be a vet tech. She was a member of the Oakley Christian 
Church in Oakley, KS. 
Erica was united in marriage to the love of her life, Michael James Murphy on June 19, 2020. 
Erica worked for Dr. Bowers, veterinarian, in Colby; Loves, in Colby; as
 a para for the school system in Oakley, as a CNA, and a Certified 
Medical coder for Logan County Health Services and her most recent job 
as a Certified coder for Logan County Hospital in Oakley. 
Erica enjoyed the outdoors. She loved to play softball each summer. 
Hunting was the highlight of her winter activities and fishing was the 
thing she enjoyed most in the summer. She and Mike could sit on the boat
 on a lake from sunup to dark fishing. Most days they would catch their 
limit. 
Erica loved gardening and canning the vegetables she grew. She also 
raised goats. On her birthday in 2021, one of her expectant mamma goats 
was sick and about to die, which would have caused the unborn baby goats
 to die. With the help of a vet over the phone, she was able to do a 
C-section and deliver three small but healthy baby goats that she named 
Three, Nineteen, and Eighty, her birthdate. 
She loved all animals. Malaika, a german shepherd, was one of her 
favorite dogs, though she has long since passed. Last year, Erica needed
 a support animal to help her get through cancer. She got Todd and he 
gave her so much joy. 
She loved her house plants and she had several in her office at work. She even managed to grow an avocado tree from a seed. 
As the children, Chloe, Jakob, Taylor, and Wyatt grew up, Erica and Mike
 spent a lot of time attending their activities such as Cross Country, 
Forensics, Choir, Football, and Wrestling. She loved her kids and was 
very proud of them. She also enjoyed her grandchildren, Paxton, Aviah, 
Theodore, and Jonah. 
Her loving family includes her parents, Jack and Carol Deniston; 
husband, Mike; sister, Elise, and niece Hayla Edwards; daughter, Chloe 
Bley; son Jakob Bley; stepsons, Taylor Murphy (Nikki) and Wyatt Murphy 
(Baylee); second daughter Avery Evins; and grandchildren, Paxton, Aviah,
 Theodore and Jonah Murphy. 
Preceding her in death were grandparents, Marvin and Evelene Lumley, Earl Deniston, and Bill McKenzie. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Oakley Christian 
Church. Funeral Service is 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, also at the
 church, with burial in the Oakley City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made 
to the family and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley,
 KS 67748. For information or to leave condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Erica Joan Murphy, age 42, of Oakley, passed away May 29, 2022, at Logan
 County Hospital from a 14-month fight with cancer, with her loving 
family at her side. On March 19, 1980, she was born in Eureka, KS to 
Jack and Carol (Lumley) Deniston. She was a graduate of Scott Community 
High School in Scott City KS, she attended Colby Community College where
 she studied to be a vet tech. She was a member of the Oakley Christian 
Church in Oakley, KS. 
Erica was united in marriage to the love of her life, Michael James Murphy on June 19, 2020. 
Erica worked for Dr. Bowers, veterinarian, in Colby; Loves, in Colby; as
 a para for the school system in Oakley, as a CNA, and a Certified 
Medical coder for Logan County Health Services and her most recent job 
as a Certified coder for Logan County Hospital in Oakley. 
Erica enjoyed the outdoors. She loved to play softball each summer. 
Hunting was the highlight of her winter activities and fishing was the 
thing she enjoyed most in the summer. She and Mike could sit on the boat
 on a lake from sunup to dark fishing. Most days they would catch their 
limit. 
Erica loved gardening and canning the vegetables she grew. She also 
raised goats. On her birthday in 2021, one of her expectant mamma goats 
was sick and about to die, which would have caused the unborn baby goats
 to die. With the help of a vet over the phone, she was able to do a 
C-section and deliver three small but healthy baby goats that she named 
Three, Nineteen, and Eighty, her birthdate. 
She loved all animals. Malaika, a german shepherd, was one of her 
favorite dogs, though she has long since passed. Last year, Erica needed
 a support animal to help her get through cancer. She got Todd and he 
gave her so much joy. 
She loved her house plants and she had several in her office at work. She even managed to grow an avocado tree from a seed. 
As the children, Chloe, Jakob, Taylor, and Wyatt grew up, Erica and Mike
 spent a lot of time attending their activities such as Cross Country, 
Forensics, Choir, Football, and Wrestling. She loved her kids and was 
very proud of them. She also enjoyed her grandchildren, Paxton, Aviah, 
Theodore, and Jonah. 
Her loving family includes her parents, Jack and Carol Deniston; 
husband, Mike; sister, Elise, and niece Hayla Edwards; daughter, Chloe 
Bley; son Jakob Bley; stepsons, Taylor Murphy (Nikki) and Wyatt Murphy 
(Baylee); second daughter Avery Evins; and grandchildren, Paxton, Aviah,
 Theodore and Jonah Murphy. 
Preceding her in death were grandparents, Marvin and Evelene Lumley, Earl Deniston, and Bill McKenzie. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Oakley Christian 
Church. Funeral Service is 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, also at the
 church, with burial in the Oakley City Cemetery. Memorials may be made 
to the family and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley,
 KS 67748. For information or to leave condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Erica Joan Murphy

John
 W. Marlett Jr., 73, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on 
Friday, May 27, 2022, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, 
Wichita.&nbsp; He was a master machinist at Midwest Industries. &nbsp;He also was a
 master gunsmith, and in his younger years, he worked at his father’s 
A&amp;W Restaurants in Hays, McPherson and Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; John 
served in the United States Army Reserve.

He
 was born on March 16, 1949, in Larned, KS, the son of John William 
Marlett, Sr. and Betty Janiel (Brack) Marlett.&nbsp; He graduated from Hays 
High School and attended Salina Vo-Tech.&nbsp; On June 7, 1968, John was 
united in marriage to Joyce A. “Jo” Shearhart in Hays, KS.&nbsp; 

John was a life member of the National Rifle Association.

Survivors
 include: his loving wife of nearly 54 years, Jo of the home; sons, John
 Marlett, III (Nicole) of McPherson, KS, Michael Marlett of Council 
Bluffs, IA, Matthew Marlett of McPherson, KS, Mark Marlett (Corry) of 
Inman, KS, and Andy Krehbiel (Amber) of McPherson, KS; siblings, Linda 
Meier of Omaha, NE, Connie Staab (Ken) of Hays, KS, Doug Marlett (Dawn) 
of Hays, KS, and Mike Marlett (Bev) of Tualatin, OR; nine grandchildren,
 Megan Marlett, Dakota Marlett (Samantha), Austin Marlett, Taylor 
Strange, Tyler Strange, Jordan Bena, Olivia Krehbiel, Logan Krehbiel, 
and Ellie Krehbiel; three great-grandchildren, Everly Strange, Sienna 
Marlett, and Alexander Marlett; In-laws, Karen Coy of McPherson, KS, 
Sharon Shearhart of Wichita, KS, and Jerry Shearhart (Paula) of 
McPherson, KS; and many more extended family and friends.

He
 was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law &amp; 
mother-in-law, Wayne and Frances Shearhart; and brothers-in-law, Art 
Meier and Bob Coy.

The
 family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, June 2, 
2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held 
at 2:00 PM, Friday, June 3, at the First Christian Church with Pastor 
Lynn Scott officiating.&nbsp; A graveside service with Military Honors will 
be held at McPherson Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial
 donations may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of 
Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp; 

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 </figure>John
 W. Marlett Jr., 73, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on 
Friday, May 27, 2022, surrounded by family at Wesley Medical Center, 
Wichita.&nbsp; He was a master machinist at Midwest Industries. &nbsp;He also was a
 master gunsmith, and in his younger years, he worked at his father’s 
A&amp;W Restaurants in Hays, McPherson and Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; John 
served in the United States Army Reserve.He
 was born on March 16, 1949, in Larned, KS, the son of John William 
Marlett, Sr. and Betty Janiel (Brack) Marlett.&nbsp; He graduated from Hays 
High School and attended Salina Vo-Tech.&nbsp; On June 7, 1968, John was 
united in marriage to Joyce A. “Jo” Shearhart in Hays, KS.&nbsp; John was a life member of the National Rifle Association.Survivors
 include: his loving wife of nearly 54 years, Jo of the home; sons, John
 Marlett, III (Nicole) of McPherson, KS, Michael Marlett of Council 
Bluffs, IA, Matthew Marlett of McPherson, KS, Mark Marlett (Corry) of 
Inman, KS, and Andy Krehbiel (Amber) of McPherson, KS; siblings, Linda 
Meier of Omaha, NE, Connie Staab (Ken) of Hays, KS, Doug Marlett (Dawn) 
of Hays, KS, and Mike Marlett (Bev) of Tualatin, OR; nine grandchildren,
 Megan Marlett, Dakota Marlett (Samantha), Austin Marlett, Taylor 
Strange, Tyler Strange, Jordan Bena, Olivia Krehbiel, Logan Krehbiel, 
and Ellie Krehbiel; three great-grandchildren, Everly Strange, Sienna 
Marlett, and Alexander Marlett; In-laws, Karen Coy of McPherson, KS, 
Sharon Shearhart of Wichita, KS, and Jerry Shearhart (Paula) of 
McPherson, KS; and many more extended family and friends.He
 was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law &amp; 
mother-in-law, Wayne and Frances Shearhart; and brothers-in-law, Art 
Meier and Bob Coy.The
 family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, June 2, 
2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held 
at 2:00 PM, Friday, June 3, at the First Christian Church with Pastor 
Lynn Scott officiating.&nbsp; A graveside service with Military Honors will 
be held at McPherson Cemetery at a later date.Memorial
 donations may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of 
Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

John W. Marlett Jr.

Carolyn Clara Finger Urban, 86, of Salina, passed 
away May 29th, 2022. She was born September 30, 1935, in Larned, to 
Francis and Clara Finger. Carolyn attended Larned schools and graduated 
from Marymount College of Nursing as an RN.&nbsp; Carolyn met the love of her
 life, Gilbert Urban, at a polka wedding dance. They were married 
shortly after on October 12, 1957, in Larned.

Carolyn was a devoted mother to her 5 children while continuing her 
career as a pediatric nurse at St. John Hospital and later at Salina 
Clinic. She enjoyed attending Saturday night dances with Gilbert and 
friends, gardening, sewing, and singing in the Sacred Heart Cathedral 
and St. Mary’s Church choirs.

Survivors include: her children Cathy Reynolds (Jim), Connie Holloway
 (Sam), Cheryl Mersman (Ron), Teresa Marshall (Eric), and Joe Urban 
(Renee); 19 grandchildren; 23 great-children; and sister, Mary Lou 
Wheeler. Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert, parents,
 granddaughter, Elise Holloway, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.

Visitation will be 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, with vigil 
service starting at 7:00 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 2, at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Special 
thanks to the staff at Presbyterian Manor, Dr. Gary Williams, and 
Kindred Hospice.

Memorial donations can be made to Catholic Charities.

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 </figure>Carolyn Clara Finger Urban, 86, of Salina, passed 
away May 29th, 2022. She was born September 30, 1935, in Larned, to 
Francis and Clara Finger. Carolyn attended Larned schools and graduated 
from Marymount College of Nursing as an RN.&nbsp; Carolyn met the love of her
 life, Gilbert Urban, at a polka wedding dance. They were married 
shortly after on October 12, 1957, in Larned.Carolyn was a devoted mother to her 5 children while continuing her 
career as a pediatric nurse at St. John Hospital and later at Salina 
Clinic. She enjoyed attending Saturday night dances with Gilbert and 
friends, gardening, sewing, and singing in the Sacred Heart Cathedral 
and St. Mary’s Church choirs.Survivors include: her children Cathy Reynolds (Jim), Connie Holloway
 (Sam), Cheryl Mersman (Ron), Teresa Marshall (Eric), and Joe Urban 
(Renee); 19 grandchildren; 23 great-children; and sister, Mary Lou 
Wheeler. Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert, parents,
 granddaughter, Elise Holloway, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.Visitation will be 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, with vigil 
service starting at 7:00 p.m. at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 2, at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Special 
thanks to the staff at Presbyterian Manor, Dr. Gary Williams, and 
Kindred Hospice.Memorial donations can be made to Catholic Charities.

Carolyn Clara Finger Urban

Paula D. Miller, age 51, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the 
Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on June 25, 
1970, the daughter of William &amp; Barbara Wilken Miller.&nbsp; A resident 
of Winfield, Kansas since 1992, moving from Scott City, Kansas, she was a
 high school math teacher for USD #470 in Arkansas City, Kansas.

She was a member of First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas, 
NEA, KNEA, and Delta Kappa Gamma.&nbsp; Paula graduated from Scott Community 
High School in 1988.&nbsp; In 1992, she received her Bachelor's Degree in 
Secondary Math Education and then her Master's Degree in Mathematics in 
2000, both from Emporia State University.&nbsp; Paula was awarded with the 
Exceptional Educator Award twice while teaching in Arkansas City, 
Kansas.

Survivors include her Parents - William “Bill” and Barbara Miller of 
Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Dak &amp; Monique Miller of Scott 
City, Kansas, One Niece - Anna &amp; Lane Hayes of Scott City, Kansas, 
and One Nephew - Lance Miller of Scott City, Kansas, One Great Nephew - 
Weston Hayes of Scott City, Kansas, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and 
Cousins.

She was preceded in death by her Grandparents and One Aunt - Margaret Scalia.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, 
at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Rodney 
Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Services will be live-streamed at 
www.priceandsons.com.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 10:00
 a.m. until&nbsp; 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Memorials may be written to the First Christian Church or the Paula 
Miller Scholarship Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box
 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Paula D. Miller, age 51, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the 
Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on June 25, 
1970, the daughter of William &amp; Barbara Wilken Miller.&nbsp; A resident 
of Winfield, Kansas since 1992, moving from Scott City, Kansas, she was a
 high school math teacher for USD #470 in Arkansas City, Kansas.She was a member of First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas, 
NEA, KNEA, and Delta Kappa Gamma.&nbsp; Paula graduated from Scott Community 
High School in 1988.&nbsp; In 1992, she received her Bachelor's Degree in 
Secondary Math Education and then her Master's Degree in Mathematics in 
2000, both from Emporia State University.&nbsp; Paula was awarded with the 
Exceptional Educator Award twice while teaching in Arkansas City, 
Kansas.Survivors include her Parents - William “Bill” and Barbara Miller of 
Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - Dak &amp; Monique Miller of Scott 
City, Kansas, One Niece - Anna &amp; Lane Hayes of Scott City, Kansas, 
and One Nephew - Lance Miller of Scott City, Kansas, One Great Nephew - 
Weston Hayes of Scott City, Kansas, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and 
Cousins.She was preceded in death by her Grandparents and One Aunt - Margaret Scalia.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, 
at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Rodney 
Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Services will be live-streamed at 
www.priceandsons.com.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 10:00
 a.m. until&nbsp; 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Memorials may be written to the First Christian Church or the Paula 
Miller Scholarship Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box
 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Paula D. Miller

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

July 31, 1941 ~ May 27, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Judy C. Haas

Betty Miller Sack, 90, passed away May 28, 2022, at Hays Medical 
Center, Hays.&nbsp; She was born June 26, 1931, at St. Louis, Mo., to Raymond
 and Hilda (Weirch) Drake.&nbsp; Betty married Lee Miller Oct. 4, 1949, and 
later divorced.&nbsp; She then married Leroy Sack Oct. 1, 1983, at Great 
Bend.&nbsp; He survives.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty, a resident of Great Bend since 1956 coming from Gove County, 
was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society.&nbsp; She 
was a bookkeeper and secretary for Chase Well Service, Darnell Truck 
Service and the Credit Union, and not being afraid of hard work, ironed 
and sold Avon in her younger years.&nbsp; She enjoyed playing cards at the 
Senior Center, bowling until her health would not allow, and was 
committed to praying the Rosary.&nbsp; Betty made her children a priority and
 cherished time with her grandchildren, traveling to all of their events
 and activities.

Survivors include her husband Leroy Sack; one son, Robert Miller of 
Shawnee; two daughters, Cathy Peacock of Las Vegas, Nev. and Pam Miller 
Finley of Great Bend; two brothers, Kenneth Drake and wife Barbara of 
Hazleton, Pa., and Chuck Frederich and wife Louise of Spring Branch, 
Texas; step son, David Sack and wife Lana of Phoenix, Ariz.; and nine 
grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was preceded in passing 
by a brother, Raymond “Jr.” Drake; sister, Delores Ferrao and her 
husband Warren; son in law, David Peacock; step daughter Debbie Sack; 
one grandson, Wesley Turnball; and Lee Miller’s brother and wife, Harold
 and Dorothy Miller.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Great
 Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, 
June 2, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 
p.m. and Vigil at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Holy Family 
School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1654001444607.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Betty Miller Sack, 90, passed away May 28, 2022, at Hays Medical 
Center, Hays.&nbsp; She was born June 26, 1931, at St. Louis, Mo., to Raymond
 and Hilda (Weirch) Drake.&nbsp; Betty married Lee Miller Oct. 4, 1949, and 
later divorced.&nbsp; She then married Leroy Sack Oct. 1, 1983, at Great 
Bend.&nbsp; He survives.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Betty, a resident of Great Bend since 1956 coming from Gove County, 
was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and the Altar Society.&nbsp; She 
was a bookkeeper and secretary for Chase Well Service, Darnell Truck 
Service and the Credit Union, and not being afraid of hard work, ironed 
and sold Avon in her younger years.&nbsp; She enjoyed playing cards at the 
Senior Center, bowling until her health would not allow, and was 
committed to praying the Rosary.&nbsp; Betty made her children a priority and
 cherished time with her grandchildren, traveling to all of their events
 and activities.Survivors include her husband Leroy Sack; one son, Robert Miller of 
Shawnee; two daughters, Cathy Peacock of Las Vegas, Nev. and Pam Miller 
Finley of Great Bend; two brothers, Kenneth Drake and wife Barbara of 
Hazleton, Pa., and Chuck Frederich and wife Louise of Spring Branch, 
Texas; step son, David Sack and wife Lana of Phoenix, Ariz.; and nine 
grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was preceded in passing 
by a brother, Raymond “Jr.” Drake; sister, Delores Ferrao and her 
husband Warren; son in law, David Peacock; step daughter Debbie Sack; 
one grandson, Wesley Turnball; and Lee Miller’s brother and wife, Harold
 and Dorothy Miller.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Great
 Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, 
June 2, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 
p.m. and Vigil at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Holy Family 
School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Betty Miller Sack

LaVerne Madgalene Luebbers, age 85, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 
2022, at the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. She was born
 on January 7, 1937, to Herman &amp; Anna Palkowitsh Kuehler in Lasara, 
Texas. A resident of Marienthal since 1940, she was a homemaker and 
office clerk for the FSA offices in Scott City, Kansas, and Lakin, 
Kansas, and worked for the Wichita County Treasures office.

She was a member of St. Mary’s church in Marienthal, Kansas where she
 was a volunteer for the Altar Society and a member of the Daughters of 
Isabella. She volunteered as a member of the Wichita County Hospital 
Volunteers and served on the Senior Center board. She was a volunteer on
 the SWKAAA Sub Region 3 Board and SWKAAA board of directors. She was a 
member of the Patchwork Quilt Guild.

LaVerne married August Luebbers on May 24, 1955, in Sharon Springs, Kansas. He survives.

Survivors include her husband - Gus Luebbers of Marienthal, Kansas, 
and four sons, Jerome &amp; Darla Luebbers of Leoti, Kansas, Dennis 
&amp; Mary Sue Luebbers of Hutchinson, Kansas, Bill &amp; Marilyn 
Luebbers of Leoti, Kansas, Tony &amp; JaLene Luebbers of Garden City, 
Kansas, two daughters, Berta &amp; Hugh Binns of Scott City, Kansas, Bev
 &amp; Tim Smith of Paola, Kansas, nineteen grandchildren, twenty-one 
great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Ralph and Elmer, and one granddaughter, Annie Luebbers.

Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 
St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas with Father Tim Hickey and Father 
John O’Neil presiding. &nbsp;

Funeral Vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas.

Visitation will be at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas, 
Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, 
June 1, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the Wichita County 
Long Term Care or St. Mary Cemetery Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons 
Funeral Home, Po Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861. Interment will be at the St. Mary Cemetery, Marienthal, Kansas.

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 </figure>LaVerne Madgalene Luebbers, age 85, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 
2022, at the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. She was born
 on January 7, 1937, to Herman &amp; Anna Palkowitsh Kuehler in Lasara, 
Texas. A resident of Marienthal since 1940, she was a homemaker and 
office clerk for the FSA offices in Scott City, Kansas, and Lakin, 
Kansas, and worked for the Wichita County Treasures office.She was a member of St. Mary’s church in Marienthal, Kansas where she
 was a volunteer for the Altar Society and a member of the Daughters of 
Isabella. She volunteered as a member of the Wichita County Hospital 
Volunteers and served on the Senior Center board. She was a volunteer on
 the SWKAAA Sub Region 3 Board and SWKAAA board of directors. She was a 
member of the Patchwork Quilt Guild.LaVerne married August Luebbers on May 24, 1955, in Sharon Springs, Kansas. He survives.Survivors include her husband - Gus Luebbers of Marienthal, Kansas, 
and four sons, Jerome &amp; Darla Luebbers of Leoti, Kansas, Dennis 
&amp; Mary Sue Luebbers of Hutchinson, Kansas, Bill &amp; Marilyn 
Luebbers of Leoti, Kansas, Tony &amp; JaLene Luebbers of Garden City, 
Kansas, two daughters, Berta &amp; Hugh Binns of Scott City, Kansas, Bev
 &amp; Tim Smith of Paola, Kansas, nineteen grandchildren, twenty-one 
great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Ralph and Elmer, and one granddaughter, Annie Luebbers.Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 
St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas with Father Tim Hickey and Father 
John O’Neil presiding. &nbsp;Funeral Vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas.Visitation will be at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas, 
Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, 
June 1, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the Wichita County 
Long Term Care or St. Mary Cemetery Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons 
Funeral Home, Po Box 161, Leoti, Kansas 67861. Interment will be at the St. Mary Cemetery, Marienthal, Kansas.

LaVerne Madgalene Luebbers

Johnny G. “John” Price Jr. 81, passed away May 27, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS.

He was born August 10, 1940, in Pawnee County, the son of John G. and 
Amanda I. (Schenk) Price Sr. A lifetime area resident, he was a 
Farmer/Rancher.

He was a member of the Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, KS. He 
enjoyed woodworking and loved watching his great grandkids play ball.

On June 3, 1959, he married Shirley J. Wagner in Rush Center. She survives

Other survivors include: two daughters, Janet (Cliff) Downing, 
Salina, Amy (Troy) Welsch, Larned; sister, Donna Steiner, Newton; eight 
grandchildren, Ashley (Don) Larisey, Christina (William) Badnaruk, 
Tanner Welsch, Ally (Dustin) Turner, Jenni (Andrew) Davis, Trenton 
Welsch, Jacob Downing, Rebecca Downing; ten great grandchildren, Leah, 
Colton, Gracelyn, Ava, Braxten, Adaline, Don (Paddy), Mira, Arianna and 
Lylah.

He was preceded in death by his son, Chris A. Price and a brother, Larry E. Price.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with Pastor Gene Price presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary with 
family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Larned 
Cemetery, Larned.

Memorials may be given to Pawnee County Humane Society or American 
Cancer Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; 
Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Johnny G. “John” Price Jr. 81, passed away May 27, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS.He was born August 10, 1940, in Pawnee County, the son of John G. and 
Amanda I. (Schenk) Price Sr. A lifetime area resident, he was a 
Farmer/Rancher.He was a member of the Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, KS. He 
enjoyed woodworking and loved watching his great grandkids play ball.On June 3, 1959, he married Shirley J. Wagner in Rush Center. She survivesOther survivors include: two daughters, Janet (Cliff) Downing, 
Salina, Amy (Troy) Welsch, Larned; sister, Donna Steiner, Newton; eight 
grandchildren, Ashley (Don) Larisey, Christina (William) Badnaruk, 
Tanner Welsch, Ally (Dustin) Turner, Jenni (Andrew) Davis, Trenton 
Welsch, Jacob Downing, Rebecca Downing; ten great grandchildren, Leah, 
Colton, Gracelyn, Ava, Braxten, Adaline, Don (Paddy), Mira, Arianna and 
Lylah.He was preceded in death by his son, Chris A. Price and a brother, Larry E. Price.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with Pastor Gene Price presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary with 
family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Larned 
Cemetery, Larned.Memorials may be given to Pawnee County Humane Society or American 
Cancer Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; 
Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Johnny G. 'John' Price Jr. 

Betty M. (Perrin) Lee, 79, passed away March 24, 2022, in St. James, Missouri.

She was born May 21, 1942, the daughter of Clarence and Bernice 
(Edgell) Perrin at the farm home in Allison Township in Decatur County, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She attended the Allison 3D &amp; S rural school district.&nbsp; 
Then she attended Jennings Rural High School, graduating with the class 
of 1960.

Betty was baptized at the Allison Christian Church on June 17, 1951 
and attended several Christian churches in Salina, Hays and Pawnee 
Rock.&nbsp; In 1972, she became a member of the Bergthal Mennonite Church, 
north of Pawnee Rock.&nbsp; She remained a member there until she moved to 
Smith Center, where she transferred her membership to the First 
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

She went to Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, for two years and 
finished her studies at Fort Hays Kansas State, earning her BA in 
English with a minor in French.

Betty married Donald F. Lee on January 22, 1964.&nbsp; They had two 
children, Michelle A., born July 23, 1967 and Frank E. born July 23, 
1972.&nbsp; They were married 33 years when Donald passed away April 24, 
1997.

She began her teaching career at Pawnee Rock High School where she 
taught English for 3 years.&nbsp; She then went to Larned High School where 
she taught English and journalism and sponsored the high school 
newspaper and yearbook.&nbsp; She taught in Larned for 35 years.&nbsp; After 
retiring, she spent several more years in Pawnee Rock, living there for a
 total for 40 years and then moved to Smith Center, to be with her son 
Frank and his family. She moved to Newberg, Missouri in June 2020 to 
live with her daughter, Michelle.

She and Donald had several foster boys live with them; Steve Crosby, 
Larry Crosby, William Kloepping, Jaime Chism and Dick Porter.

Betty was preceded in death by an infant sister, her parents, her 
husband, maternal grandparents and paternal grandmother, and one 
brother-in-law.

Her survivors include; her daughter, Michelle and companion Rob 
Walters of Newburg, MO; a son, Frank and wife Jennifer and 
grandchildren, Andrea, Brendan, and Addisyn of Smith Center, sisters; 
Carolyn (John) Ronning of Salina and Eula Doggett of Saugerties, NY, a 
brother, Willard (Tina) Perrin of Oberlin, numerous relatives and 
friends including special friends, Laura Cormack and Patricia DePriest 
and their families.

Memorial Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 10, 2022,&nbsp; at Pawnee Rock Cemetery, Pawnee Rock, Kansas.&nbsp; Family requests friends 
to join them for a visitation immediately following the service at The 
Depot in Pawnee Rock.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Betty M. (Perrin) Lee, 79, passed away March 24, 2022, in St. James, Missouri.She was born May 21, 1942, the daughter of Clarence and Bernice 
(Edgell) Perrin at the farm home in Allison Township in Decatur County, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She attended the Allison 3D &amp; S rural school district.&nbsp; 
Then she attended Jennings Rural High School, graduating with the class 
of 1960.Betty was baptized at the Allison Christian Church on June 17, 1951 
and attended several Christian churches in Salina, Hays and Pawnee 
Rock.&nbsp; In 1972, she became a member of the Bergthal Mennonite Church, 
north of Pawnee Rock.&nbsp; She remained a member there until she moved to 
Smith Center, where she transferred her membership to the First 
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).She went to Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, for two years and 
finished her studies at Fort Hays Kansas State, earning her BA in 
English with a minor in French.Betty married Donald F. Lee on January 22, 1964.&nbsp; They had two 
children, Michelle A., born July 23, 1967 and Frank E. born July 23, 
1972.&nbsp; They were married 33 years when Donald passed away April 24, 
1997.She began her teaching career at Pawnee Rock High School where she 
taught English for 3 years.&nbsp; She then went to Larned High School where 
she taught English and journalism and sponsored the high school 
newspaper and yearbook.&nbsp; She taught in Larned for 35 years.&nbsp; After 
retiring, she spent several more years in Pawnee Rock, living there for a
 total for 40 years and then moved to Smith Center, to be with her son 
Frank and his family. She moved to Newberg, Missouri in June 2020 to 
live with her daughter, Michelle.She and Donald had several foster boys live with them; Steve Crosby, 
Larry Crosby, William Kloepping, Jaime Chism and Dick Porter.Betty was preceded in death by an infant sister, her parents, her 
husband, maternal grandparents and paternal grandmother, and one 
brother-in-law.Her survivors include; her daughter, Michelle and companion Rob 
Walters of Newburg, MO; a son, Frank and wife Jennifer and 
grandchildren, Andrea, Brendan, and Addisyn of Smith Center, sisters; 
Carolyn (John) Ronning of Salina and Eula Doggett of Saugerties, NY, a 
brother, Willard (Tina) Perrin of Oberlin, numerous relatives and 
friends including special friends, Laura Cormack and Patricia DePriest 
and their families.Memorial Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 10, 2022,&nbsp; at Pawnee Rock Cemetery, Pawnee Rock, Kansas.&nbsp; Family requests friends 
to join them for a visitation immediately following the service at The 
Depot in Pawnee Rock.

Betty M. (Perrin) Lee

Cheryl Kay (Werth) Thomas, 72, Hays, died Sunday, May 29, 2022, at HaysMed.

She was born July 14, 1949, in Hays, 
the youngest of twelve children of Frank and Lidwina (Tauscher) Werth.&nbsp; 
Kay graduated from Schoenchen High School in 1967 and earned a degree 
from dental assistant school.&nbsp; She worked as a dental assistant, and for
 25 years was an aircraft machinist at Boeing Wichita.&nbsp; She was a great 
cook, the life of the party, could make anyone laugh, and never judged 
people too harshly.&nbsp; Her hobbies included bingo, gardening, gambling, 
playing games on her tablet, and dancing.

Survivors include a daughter: Stephanie
 Werth of Hays, a son: Todd Werth of Udall, three sisters: Laurine Werth
 of Hays, Mary Ann Rindt of Wichita, and Genavive “Jenny” Mendenhall of 
Wichita, four grandchildren: Lidia Werth, Zachary Werth and wife 
Jessica, Alysha Werth-Bieberle and husband Zell, and Tanner Diehl, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband: General Sherman “Dude” Thomas, seven brothers: 
Ernest Werth, Glenn Richard Werth, Norman Steve Werth, Irvin Lee Werth, 
Robert F. Werth, Francis Werth, Jr., and Fred Werth, and a sister: 
Lillian Graf.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Fr. 
Joshua Werth officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Anthony 
Cemetery, Schoenchen.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 am 
until service time.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to Stephanie Werth to
 help with funeral expenses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Kay may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Cheryl Kay (Werth) Thomas, 72, Hays, died Sunday, May 29, 2022, at HaysMed.She was born July 14, 1949, in Hays, 
the youngest of twelve children of Frank and Lidwina (Tauscher) Werth.&nbsp; 
Kay graduated from Schoenchen High School in 1967 and earned a degree 
from dental assistant school.&nbsp; She worked as a dental assistant, and for
 25 years was an aircraft machinist at Boeing Wichita.&nbsp; She was a great 
cook, the life of the party, could make anyone laugh, and never judged 
people too harshly.&nbsp; Her hobbies included bingo, gardening, gambling, 
playing games on her tablet, and dancing.Survivors include a daughter: Stephanie
 Werth of Hays, a son: Todd Werth of Udall, three sisters: Laurine Werth
 of Hays, Mary Ann Rindt of Wichita, and Genavive “Jenny” Mendenhall of 
Wichita, four grandchildren: Lidia Werth, Zachary Werth and wife 
Jessica, Alysha Werth-Bieberle and husband Zell, and Tanner Diehl, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband: General Sherman “Dude” Thomas, seven brothers: 
Ernest Werth, Glenn Richard Werth, Norman Steve Werth, Irvin Lee Werth, 
Robert F. Werth, Francis Werth, Jr., and Fred Werth, and a sister: 
Lillian Graf.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Fr. 
Joshua Werth officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Anthony 
Cemetery, Schoenchen.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 am 
until service time.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to Stephanie Werth to
 help with funeral expenses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Kay may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.comShe was born July 14, 1949, in Hays, 
the youngest of twelve children of Frank and Lidwina (Tauscher) Werth.&nbsp; 
Kay graduated from Schoenchen High School in 1967 and earned a degree 
from dental assistant school.&nbsp; She worked as a dental assistant, and for
 25 years was an aircraft machinist at Boeing Wichita.&nbsp; She was a great 
cook, the life of the party, could make anyone laugh, and never judged 
people too harshly.&nbsp; Her hobbies included bingo, gardening, gambling, 
playing games on her tablet, and dancing.Survivors include a daughter: Stephanie
 Werth of Hays, a son: Todd Werth of Udall, three sisters: Laurine Werth
 of Hays, Mary Ann Rindt of Wichita, and Genavive “Jenny” Mendenhall of 
Wichita, four grandchildren: Lidia Werth, Zachary Werth and wife 
Jessica, Alysha Werth-Bieberle and husband Zell, and Tanner Diehl, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband: General Sherman “Dude” Thomas, seven brothers: 
Ernest Werth, Glenn Richard Werth, Norman Steve Werth, Irvin Lee Werth, 
Robert F. Werth, Francis Werth, Jr., and Fred Werth, and a sister: 
Lillian Graf.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Fr. 
Joshua Werth officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St. Anthony 
Cemetery, Schoenchen.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:00 am 
until service time.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to Stephanie Werth to
 help with funeral expenses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Kay may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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