Gwendolyn (Gwen) Lee (Phillips) McCartee, 85, of Marionville, 
Missouri, passed away on May 25, 2022. Gwen was born at home in 
WaKeeney, Kansas on August 1st, 1936. She graduated from Utica High School in Utica, Kansas.

Gwen was united in marriage to Verlon E. McCartee on January 9, 
1955.&nbsp; They were married for 28 years.&nbsp; She worked as a cashier for 
Sutherland lumber for a number of years. &nbsp;The most joy in her life was 
her grandkids and her great grandkids.

Gwen is survived by her children, Teresa Lester and husband Gary of 
Bellevue, Nebraska, Troki Brill and husband Michael of Marionville, 
Missouri; sisters Norma Harvey of WaKeeney, Kansas, and Vicki James of 
Denver, Colorado; sister-in-law Beverly McCartee of Pueblo, Colorado; 
grandkids Aaron Lester and wife Shana of Bellevue, Nebraska, Amber Urich
 and husband Aaron of DeSoto, Missouri, Kevin Thompson of Marionville, 
Missouri; great-grandkids, Daniel, Daylon, and Brady Lester, Kelsey, 
Kimberly and Brock Urich and Kaylie, Lexie, Mason, Jayden and Kaleb 
Thompson; and numerous nieces and nephew.

Gwen was preceded in death by husband Verlon McCartee; parents Ila 
and Richard Phillips; mother and father-in-law Anne and Ralph McCartee; 
and brothers-in-law Marvin, Lyle, Lavon and Larry McCartee.

Graveside service will be held at 1 pm June 3rd, 2022, at Utica Cemetery, Utica, Kansas.

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Missouri, passed away on May 25, 2022. Gwen was born at home in 
WaKeeney, Kansas on August 1st, 1936. She graduated from Utica High School in Utica, Kansas.Gwen was united in marriage to Verlon E. McCartee on January 9, 
1955.&nbsp; They were married for 28 years.&nbsp; She worked as a cashier for 
Sutherland lumber for a number of years. &nbsp;The most joy in her life was 
her grandkids and her great grandkids.Gwen is survived by her children, Teresa Lester and husband Gary of 
Bellevue, Nebraska, Troki Brill and husband Michael of Marionville, 
Missouri; sisters Norma Harvey of WaKeeney, Kansas, and Vicki James of 
Denver, Colorado; sister-in-law Beverly McCartee of Pueblo, Colorado; 
grandkids Aaron Lester and wife Shana of Bellevue, Nebraska, Amber Urich
 and husband Aaron of DeSoto, Missouri, Kevin Thompson of Marionville, 
Missouri; great-grandkids, Daniel, Daylon, and Brady Lester, Kelsey, 
Kimberly and Brock Urich and Kaylie, Lexie, Mason, Jayden and Kaleb 
Thompson; and numerous nieces and nephew.Gwen was preceded in death by husband Verlon McCartee; parents Ila 
and Richard Phillips; mother and father-in-law Anne and Ralph McCartee; 
and brothers-in-law Marvin, Lyle, Lavon and Larry McCartee.Graveside service will be held at 1 pm June 3rd, 2022, at Utica Cemetery, Utica, Kansas.

Gwendolyn Lee McCartee

Rosalee “Rose” Brungardt, 73, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2022.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 AM with a Funeral Mass starting at 10:30 AM Friday, June 3, 2022 at Cure of Ars Catholic Church, 9405 Mission Road, Leawood, KS.&nbsp; Burial in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa, KS.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity in memory of Rose.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rose was born December 13, 1948, in Hays, KS to Joseph and Elizabeth (Wellbrock) Brungardt.&nbsp; She was a 1966 graduate from Marion High School and attended classes at Fort Hays State University and Johnson County Community College.&nbsp; She was a computer programmer for Western Auto for over 20 years and later retired from Sprint (Century Link).&nbsp; She was a member of Cure of Ars Catholic Church.&nbsp; Rose enjoyed traveling over the years and was an avid photographer.&nbsp; She photographed her trips and family events and then organized the photographs into beautiful photo albums.&nbsp; She was known for the numerous different varieties of cookies she made and shared with friends and family at Christmas.&nbsp; She enjoyed organizing gatherings and spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; Rose enjoyed breakfast outings with the Western Auto Breakfast Club.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rose was preceded in death by her grandparents Balthasar and Rosa (Frank) Brungardt, and John and Anna (Broekelman) Wellbrock; her parents Joseph and Elizabeth (Wellbrock) Brungardt; sister Geraldine “Gerri” Enslinger and brother-in-laws Edward “Eddie” Suppes, Francis Wildeman and John Van Quaethem.&nbsp; 

She is survived by her sisters; Doreen Wildeman, Mae Suppes, Helen Van Quaethem, Mary Brungardt, brother Dale and his wife Thuong Brungardt, brother-in-law; Cornelius “Corny” Enslinger, nieces and nephews; Gloria Rohr and husband Neil, Terry Suppes and wife Marsha, Darrell Enslinger, Rick Suppes, David Suppes and wife Michele, Dennis Enslinger and husband Tom Lore, Troy Wildeman and wife Kim, Dean Enslinger and wife Chelsea, Paul Brungardt, Ronda Van Quaethem and husband Doug Veach, Jennie Brungardt and husband Rodney Rego, Renee Van Quaethem and husband Michael van der Breggen, Tonya Brungardt and many great and great-great nieces and nephews.

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 </figure>Rosalee “Rose” Brungardt, 73, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2022.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 AM with a Funeral Mass starting at 10:30 AM Friday, June 3, 2022 at Cure of Ars Catholic Church, 9405 Mission Road, Leawood, KS.&nbsp; Burial in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa, KS.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity in memory of Rose.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rose was born December 13, 1948, in Hays, KS to Joseph and Elizabeth (Wellbrock) Brungardt.&nbsp; She was a 1966 graduate from Marion High School and attended classes at Fort Hays State University and Johnson County Community College.&nbsp; She was a computer programmer for Western Auto for over 20 years and later retired from Sprint (Century Link).&nbsp; She was a member of Cure of Ars Catholic Church.&nbsp; Rose enjoyed traveling over the years and was an avid photographer.&nbsp; She photographed her trips and family events and then organized the photographs into beautiful photo albums.&nbsp; She was known for the numerous different varieties of cookies she made and shared with friends and family at Christmas.&nbsp; She enjoyed organizing gatherings and spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; Rose enjoyed breakfast outings with the Western Auto Breakfast Club.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rose was preceded in death by her grandparents Balthasar and Rosa (Frank) Brungardt, and John and Anna (Broekelman) Wellbrock; her parents Joseph and Elizabeth (Wellbrock) Brungardt; sister Geraldine “Gerri” Enslinger and brother-in-laws Edward “Eddie” Suppes, Francis Wildeman and John Van Quaethem.&nbsp; She is survived by her sisters; Doreen Wildeman, Mae Suppes, Helen Van Quaethem, Mary Brungardt, brother Dale and his wife Thuong Brungardt, brother-in-law; Cornelius “Corny” Enslinger, nieces and nephews; Gloria Rohr and husband Neil, Terry Suppes and wife Marsha, Darrell Enslinger, Rick Suppes, David Suppes and wife Michele, Dennis Enslinger and husband Tom Lore, Troy Wildeman and wife Kim, Dean Enslinger and wife Chelsea, Paul Brungardt, Ronda Van Quaethem and husband Doug Veach, Jennie Brungardt and husband Rodney Rego, Renee Van Quaethem and husband Michael van der Breggen, Tonya Brungardt and many great and great-great nieces and nephews.

Rosalee 'Rose' Brungardt

Stanley Wade Smith,79, went home to his heavenly father May 26, 2022.
 Stan was born September 10, 1942 to Wade and Edith (Bennett) Smith at 
the Gleason Hospital in Larned, KS. A lifetime resident of Larned. He 
married his soul mate Judy (Barks) August 7, 1964, they were blessed 
with eight children to raise. Paula Smith-Davis of Larned, Zena Jacobs 
of Nevada, Judy Smith of Larned, Stanelle Smith of Larned, Tyler Smith 
of Colorado, and Ossian Hook of Larned, and grandson Ryan Jacobs of 
Nevada.

He has one brother Charles in California. He was preceded in death by
 his parents, his son-in-law Troy Davis, his beloved Pomeranian Shadow 
and Chihuahua Lucy I. He leaves behind his precious Chihuahuas Lucy II 
and Rosie.

Stan was a member of the Methodist Church, the NRA, Ducks Unlimited, 
Kansas Rifle Association, and the gun clubs in Larned, Kinsley, and 
Ellinwood. He loved the outdoors, watching westerns, he could always 
answer your questions about the Bible or History. He liked to tease and 
always had a comeback for any smart crack. He also had a green thumb and
 grew beautiful flowers.

He worked for Archer Daniels Western Alfalfa at Frizzells, Ward Feed 
Yard, and 25 years at Pawnee County COOP where he retired. He worked 
hard all his life and always gave 110%. He was a very giving and polite 
man. He will be truly missed.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 
Larned Cemetery with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be held from 
1pm to 8pm Monday, May 30th, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary.

Memorials may be given to the Larned Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS. 67550.

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 </figure>Stanley Wade Smith,79, went home to his heavenly father May 26, 2022.
 Stan was born September 10, 1942 to Wade and Edith (Bennett) Smith at 
the Gleason Hospital in Larned, KS. A lifetime resident of Larned. He 
married his soul mate Judy (Barks) August 7, 1964, they were blessed 
with eight children to raise. Paula Smith-Davis of Larned, Zena Jacobs 
of Nevada, Judy Smith of Larned, Stanelle Smith of Larned, Tyler Smith 
of Colorado, and Ossian Hook of Larned, and grandson Ryan Jacobs of 
Nevada.He has one brother Charles in California. He was preceded in death by
 his parents, his son-in-law Troy Davis, his beloved Pomeranian Shadow 
and Chihuahua Lucy I. He leaves behind his precious Chihuahuas Lucy II 
and Rosie.Stan was a member of the Methodist Church, the NRA, Ducks Unlimited, 
Kansas Rifle Association, and the gun clubs in Larned, Kinsley, and 
Ellinwood. He loved the outdoors, watching westerns, he could always 
answer your questions about the Bible or History. He liked to tease and 
always had a comeback for any smart crack. He also had a green thumb and
 grew beautiful flowers.He worked for Archer Daniels Western Alfalfa at Frizzells, Ward Feed 
Yard, and 25 years at Pawnee County COOP where he retired. He worked 
hard all his life and always gave 110%. He was a very giving and polite 
man. He will be truly missed.Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 
Larned Cemetery with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be held from 
1pm to 8pm Monday, May 30th, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary.Memorials may be given to the Larned Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS. 67550.

Stanley Wade Smith

Margie Lee Veselik was born on May 9, 1930, on a farm in Sherman 
County near Kanorado, Kansas to John and Nora Veselik.&nbsp; The youngest of 
seven children, she was the fond “Little Sister.”&nbsp; She graduated from 
Goodland High School in 1948.&nbsp; Margie lived in Kansas; Omaha, Nebraska; 
Alexandria Virginia and Aurora, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp; She had a variety of jobs 
including manager of a clothing store, Trainer for a publishing company,
 window dresser for a department store, and a hostess at the prestigious
 Statler hotel, two blocks north of the White House.&nbsp; She worked in 
Payroll for the US Department of Labor, OSHA Division, retiring from 
that position in 1995.&nbsp; In retirement, she enjoyed working part-time at 
the gift shop at historic Mount Vernon.

Margie will be remembered for her love of children and animals and 
for her gregarious nature.&nbsp; Her talent for decorating and creating 
clothing ensembles is renowned.&nbsp; Most important in her life were her 
family and her faith.&nbsp; She had a deep love for Jesus Christ, a devotion 
for the Blessed Mother, and a special connection to the Infant of Prague
 because her ancestors immigrated from Bohemia.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed being 
involved in her Parish, The Church of the Risen Christ.&nbsp; She volunteered
 at the Book Nook, Parish Food Bank, and was an usher at the 11 a.m. 
Sunday Mass where she delighted in talking with her fellow Parishioners;
 especially the children.

She lived according to a phrase that she loved, “Thy Will be Done.”&nbsp;&nbsp;
 She believed that the Lord was at her side to guide her through every 
situation.&nbsp; As her health failed, it became apparent that she trusted 
God above all things and that her faith in Him gave her great peace.

Margie was a beloved friend, Aunt, Mother, Grandmother, and Great 
Grandmother.&nbsp; She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all 
who loved her.

Surviving family includes a Daughter Kathryn (Paul) Andreasen, 
nephews John Veselik, Ronald (Marjorie) Veselik, nieces Greta (Bruce) 
Lawlor, Gretchen (Glenn) Andrews, grandchildren Benjamin (Margaret) 
Andreasen, Lauren (Michael) Helgerson, Jacob Andreasen, great 
grandchildren August Helgerson, Rosa Helgerson, Alice Helgerson, Joseph 
Helgerson, great nieces Valerie Veselik-Jones, Jennifer (James) Schafer,
 Jessica (Troy) Carstensen, Erin (Keith) Bartlett, Morgan (Christopher) 
Matthews, Heather Andrews, and many great, great grand nieces and 
nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents John and Nora Veselik and siblings Walter, Lowell, Roy, Doyle, Mildred, and Helen.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Margie-Veselik">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Margie Lee Veselik was born on May 9, 1930, on a farm in Sherman 
County near Kanorado, Kansas to John and Nora Veselik.&nbsp; The youngest of 
seven children, she was the fond “Little Sister.”&nbsp; She graduated from 
Goodland High School in 1948.&nbsp; Margie lived in Kansas; Omaha, Nebraska; 
Alexandria Virginia and Aurora, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp; She had a variety of jobs 
including manager of a clothing store, Trainer for a publishing company,
 window dresser for a department store, and a hostess at the prestigious
 Statler hotel, two blocks north of the White House.&nbsp; She worked in 
Payroll for the US Department of Labor, OSHA Division, retiring from 
that position in 1995.&nbsp; In retirement, she enjoyed working part-time at 
the gift shop at historic Mount Vernon.Margie will be remembered for her love of children and animals and 
for her gregarious nature.&nbsp; Her talent for decorating and creating 
clothing ensembles is renowned.&nbsp; Most important in her life were her 
family and her faith.&nbsp; She had a deep love for Jesus Christ, a devotion 
for the Blessed Mother, and a special connection to the Infant of Prague
 because her ancestors immigrated from Bohemia.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed being 
involved in her Parish, The Church of the Risen Christ.&nbsp; She volunteered
 at the Book Nook, Parish Food Bank, and was an usher at the 11 a.m. 
Sunday Mass where she delighted in talking with her fellow Parishioners;
 especially the children.She lived according to a phrase that she loved, “Thy Will be Done.”&nbsp;&nbsp;
 She believed that the Lord was at her side to guide her through every 
situation.&nbsp; As her health failed, it became apparent that she trusted 
God above all things and that her faith in Him gave her great peace.Margie was a beloved friend, Aunt, Mother, Grandmother, and Great 
Grandmother.&nbsp; She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all 
who loved her.Surviving family includes a Daughter Kathryn (Paul) Andreasen, 
nephews John Veselik, Ronald (Marjorie) Veselik, nieces Greta (Bruce) 
Lawlor, Gretchen (Glenn) Andrews, grandchildren Benjamin (Margaret) 
Andreasen, Lauren (Michael) Helgerson, Jacob Andreasen, great 
grandchildren August Helgerson, Rosa Helgerson, Alice Helgerson, Joseph 
Helgerson, great nieces Valerie Veselik-Jones, Jennifer (James) Schafer,
 Jessica (Troy) Carstensen, Erin (Keith) Bartlett, Morgan (Christopher) 
Matthews, Heather Andrews, and many great, great grand nieces and 
nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents John and Nora Veselik and siblings Walter, Lowell, Roy, Doyle, Mildred, and Helen.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Margie-Veselik">HERE</a> for service details.

Margie Veselik

Scott A. Jordan, age 55, of Hays, Kansas, died on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

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

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 </figure>Scott A. Jordan, age 55, of Hays, Kansas, died on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Scott A. Jordan

Twila Lou Miller, 78, of McDonald, KS, died Saturday, May 21, 2022. She 
was born on July 22, 1943, to Kenneth and Gladys (Compton) Miller, at 
the family home in Thomas County, KS. She attended school in McDonald, 
KS, until her parents moved to Kanorado, KS, where she continued her 
schooling. After her father Kenneth passed away in 1965, Twila and her 
mother moved back to McDonald, where Twila remained until she moved to 
the Good Samaritan, in Atwood, KS. 
Twila loved children and baby sat for several children through the 
years. She had also worked at Bell and Carlson, Good Samaritan, and the 
Donut Shop, all in Atwood. When her mother moved to the Good Samaritan 
Center, Twila would go to the home and help with hair or work in the 
kitchen. 
Twila accepted the Lord as her savior at the Federated Church, in 
McDonald, in the 1980’s. She attended the Federated Church and helped 
with Awana’s. 
Twila was preceded in death by an older sister, Leanna, at age 3 ½; her 
parents, Kenneth and Gladys; two brothers, Marlyn and Gail and a sister,
 Lila Runge. She leaves behind her sister Kay Winfrey, of Tillamook, OR;
 brother-in-law, Howard Runge; sister-in-law, Kay Miller and 13 nieces 
and nephews and their families. 
A graveside service for Twila will take place at a later date. Memorials
 can be made to Awana’s at the Federated Church in McDonald and sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information 
or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Twila Lou Miller, 78, of McDonald, KS, died Saturday, May 21, 2022. She 
was born on July 22, 1943, to Kenneth and Gladys (Compton) Miller, at 
the family home in Thomas County, KS. She attended school in McDonald, 
KS, until her parents moved to Kanorado, KS, where she continued her 
schooling. After her father Kenneth passed away in 1965, Twila and her 
mother moved back to McDonald, where Twila remained until she moved to 
the Good Samaritan, in Atwood, KS. 
Twila loved children and baby sat for several children through the 
years. She had also worked at Bell and Carlson, Good Samaritan, and the 
Donut Shop, all in Atwood. When her mother moved to the Good Samaritan 
Center, Twila would go to the home and help with hair or work in the 
kitchen. 
Twila accepted the Lord as her savior at the Federated Church, in 
McDonald, in the 1980’s. She attended the Federated Church and helped 
with Awana’s. 
Twila was preceded in death by an older sister, Leanna, at age 3 ½; her 
parents, Kenneth and Gladys; two brothers, Marlyn and Gail and a sister,
 Lila Runge. She leaves behind her sister Kay Winfrey, of Tillamook, OR;
 brother-in-law, Howard Runge; sister-in-law, Kay Miller and 13 nieces 
and nephews and their families. 
A graveside service for Twila will take place at a later date. Memorials
 can be made to Awana’s at the Federated Church in McDonald and sent in 
care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information 
or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Twila Lou Miller

Vernon “Vern” Eugene&nbsp;Wasinger, 85 retired&nbsp;banker, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2022. Vernon was a loving husband, father,&nbsp;grandfather&nbsp;and uncle. He was born in Hays, KS on August 7, 1936. He attended grade school in Antonino and Hays, KS and was very proud to be a graduate of St. Josephs Military Academy in Hays, KS.&nbsp;

Vernon worked in banking for 50 years and treasured his lifelong friends he made along the way. He worked for Fourth Financial Corporation in Wichita for 30 years and completed his banking career at Bankers Bank of Kansas in consulting and business development.&nbsp;

Vernon had many hobbies. He loved fine art and was an artist and cartoonist himself. He was a gun engraver and fast draw performer. He enjoyed building and flying radio-controlled airplanes. Vernon loved classic cars and collecting antique radios&nbsp;was his favorite pastime.&nbsp;He was an avid golfer and fisherman. Above all, he enjoyed time with family and friends. He had a great sense of humor and always had a joke to tell.&nbsp;

Vernon is preceded in death by his wife,&nbsp;Theresa&nbsp;Wasinger;&nbsp;stepson,&nbsp;Todd Rusk;&nbsp;grandchildren,Jonathan&nbsp;and Emily Boswell;&nbsp;parents,&nbsp;Alex and Henrietta&nbsp;Wasinger;&nbsp;and brother,&nbsp;Ronald&nbsp;Wasinger. He is survived by his children,&nbsp;Jolene (Mike) Boswell of Wichita, Tim (Annette)&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;of Andover, Brian (Lisa)&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;of Edmond OK, and Pam (Jeff) Black of Tulsa OK;&nbsp;12 grandchildren;&nbsp;5 great-grandchildren;&nbsp;and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Vernon fought Parkinson’s Disease for many years. Donations may be made to Club Parkinson’s of Kansas in his memory,&nbsp;P.O. Box 771269, Wichita, KS 67277&nbsp;(<a href="http://www.clubparkinsons.org/">www.clubparkinsons.org</a>)

He will be missed by all who knew him.&nbsp;

Open&nbsp;viewing will be Sunday,&nbsp;May&nbsp;29, from 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm&nbsp;at Downing and Lahey Mortuary East Chapel. Rosary will be at 9:30&nbsp;am,&nbsp;Tuesday May 31 with Funeral Mass to follow at 10&nbsp;am,both at Church of the Magdalen Wichita KS. Interment to follow at Ascension Cemetery.&nbsp;

Share tributes online at:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dlwichita.com/">www.dlwichita.com</a>

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 </figure>Vernon “Vern” Eugene&nbsp;Wasinger, 85 retired&nbsp;banker, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2022. Vernon was a loving husband, father,&nbsp;grandfather&nbsp;and uncle. He was born in Hays, KS on August 7, 1936. He attended grade school in Antonino and Hays, KS and was very proud to be a graduate of St. Josephs Military Academy in Hays, KS.&nbsp;Vernon worked in banking for 50 years and treasured his lifelong friends he made along the way. He worked for Fourth Financial Corporation in Wichita for 30 years and completed his banking career at Bankers Bank of Kansas in consulting and business development.&nbsp;Vernon had many hobbies. He loved fine art and was an artist and cartoonist himself. He was a gun engraver and fast draw performer. He enjoyed building and flying radio-controlled airplanes. Vernon loved classic cars and collecting antique radios&nbsp;was his favorite pastime.&nbsp;He was an avid golfer and fisherman. Above all, he enjoyed time with family and friends. He had a great sense of humor and always had a joke to tell.&nbsp;Vernon is preceded in death by his wife,&nbsp;Theresa&nbsp;Wasinger;&nbsp;stepson,&nbsp;Todd Rusk;&nbsp;grandchildren,Jonathan&nbsp;and Emily Boswell;&nbsp;parents,&nbsp;Alex and Henrietta&nbsp;Wasinger;&nbsp;and brother,&nbsp;Ronald&nbsp;Wasinger. He is survived by his children,&nbsp;Jolene (Mike) Boswell of Wichita, Tim (Annette)&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;of Andover, Brian (Lisa)&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;of Edmond OK, and Pam (Jeff) Black of Tulsa OK;&nbsp;12 grandchildren;&nbsp;5 great-grandchildren;&nbsp;and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Vernon fought Parkinson’s Disease for many years. Donations may be made to Club Parkinson’s of Kansas in his memory,&nbsp;P.O. Box 771269, Wichita, KS 67277&nbsp;(<a href="http://www.clubparkinsons.org/">www.clubparkinsons.org</a>)He will be missed by all who knew him.&nbsp;Open&nbsp;viewing will be Sunday,&nbsp;May&nbsp;29, from 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm&nbsp;at Downing and Lahey Mortuary East Chapel. Rosary will be at 9:30&nbsp;am,&nbsp;Tuesday May 31 with Funeral Mass to follow at 10&nbsp;am,both at Church of the Magdalen Wichita KS. Interment to follow at Ascension Cemetery.&nbsp;Share tributes online at:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dlwichita.com/">www.dlwichita.com</a>

Vernon 'Vern' Eugene Wasinger

Great Bend KS and former Wallace County, KS resident Dolores P.&nbsp; Medina, 87, passed away on November 23, 2021, at Azria Health Nursing 
Home in Great Bend, KS.

Dolores was born on December 9, 1933, in Chacon, New Mexico, to 
Roberto and Abelina (Gonzalez) Torrez. She was one of eight children, 
three brothers and four sisters. The family moved to Olney Springs, 
Colorado where Dolores and her siblings attended school and had numerous
 stories about growing up in the Arkansas Valley.

On September 22, 1951, she married Jess Medina and to this union 
five children were born, Rita, Jess, Sara, Norman and Celia. She enjoyed
 being with her children and grandchildren and attending ball games and 
school activities. &nbsp;

Dolores worked at the Prairie Manor Nursing Home in Sharon 
Springs, KS for 17 years starting in 1981, earning her Medication Aide 
Certification in 1986 and continued working until 1998. She retired and 
moved to Great Bend, KS. She enjoyed watching her KU basketball and 
Denver Bronco football games with her little dog Magoo in her arms and 
let everyone know not to call her until the games were over!!

Preceding her in death were her parents, a daughter Celia Jane 
Medina, one son Norman Gary Medina, three sisters and two brothers.

She is survived by her children Rita (Dennis) Smith of Weskan, KS,
 Jess (Carmen) Medina of San Antonio, TX, formerly of Sublette, KS and 
Sara (Gary) Pletcher of Great Bend, KS. She is also survived by a 
daughter-in-law Cindy Medina of Salina, KS, one brother Cipriano (Mary) 
Torrez of Jacksonville, FL, one sister Gloria (Mark) Kreidler of 
Sunnyvale, CA, eleven grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Dolores-Medina">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Great Bend KS and former Wallace County, KS resident Dolores P.&nbsp; Medina, 87, passed away on November 23, 2021, at Azria Health Nursing 
Home in Great Bend, KS.Dolores was born on December 9, 1933, in Chacon, New Mexico, to 
Roberto and Abelina (Gonzalez) Torrez. She was one of eight children, 
three brothers and four sisters. The family moved to Olney Springs, 
Colorado where Dolores and her siblings attended school and had numerous
 stories about growing up in the Arkansas Valley.On September 22, 1951, she married Jess Medina and to this union 
five children were born, Rita, Jess, Sara, Norman and Celia. She enjoyed
 being with her children and grandchildren and attending ball games and 
school activities. &nbsp;Dolores worked at the Prairie Manor Nursing Home in Sharon 
Springs, KS for 17 years starting in 1981, earning her Medication Aide 
Certification in 1986 and continued working until 1998. She retired and 
moved to Great Bend, KS. She enjoyed watching her KU basketball and 
Denver Bronco football games with her little dog Magoo in her arms and 
let everyone know not to call her until the games were over!!Preceding her in death were her parents, a daughter Celia Jane 
Medina, one son Norman Gary Medina, three sisters and two brothers.She is survived by her children Rita (Dennis) Smith of Weskan, KS,
 Jess (Carmen) Medina of San Antonio, TX, formerly of Sublette, KS and 
Sara (Gary) Pletcher of Great Bend, KS. She is also survived by a 
daughter-in-law Cindy Medina of Salina, KS, one brother Cipriano (Mary) 
Torrez of Jacksonville, FL, one sister Gloria (Mark) Kreidler of 
Sunnyvale, CA, eleven grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Dolores-Medina">HERE</a> for service details.

Dolores P. (Torrez) Medina

Craig Allen Helzer, 65, passed away May 24, 2022, at his home in Larned.

He was born January 14, 1957, in Larned, KS, the son of Wiley Dean 
Helzer and Marcialee Lawrence.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, he was a truck
 driver.

He was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church and the Bob’s 
Bikes group.&nbsp; He enjoyed tinkering with cars, motorcycles, different 
woods and metals, going fishing and glass blowing.

On October 31, 2015, he married Jacqueline Laune Hignett in Larned.&nbsp; She survives.

Other survivors include: mother, Marcialee Lawrence, Lewis; two 
sisters, Sherry (John) Castaneda, Lewis, Janice Perez, Great Bend; two 
aunts, Elsie (David) Helget, Hugoton, Mary Ellen Smith, Belton, TX; two 
cousins, Randy Lawrence, Lewis, Marletta Shelton, Larned; numerous 
other, aunts, uncles, cousins,s nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Wiley Helzer; beloved uncle, Marvin “Bud” Lawrence and a nephew, Aaron Boese.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service for family and 
friends will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the First 
Southern Baptist Church, Larned.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Wayne 
Cemetery, Lewis at a later date.

Memorials may be given to the Craig Helzer Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Craig Allen Helzer, 65, passed away May 24, 2022, at his home in Larned.He was born January 14, 1957, in Larned, KS, the son of Wiley Dean 
Helzer and Marcialee Lawrence.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, he was a truck
 driver.He was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church and the Bob’s 
Bikes group.&nbsp; He enjoyed tinkering with cars, motorcycles, different 
woods and metals, going fishing and glass blowing.On October 31, 2015, he married Jacqueline Laune Hignett in Larned.&nbsp; She survives.Other survivors include: mother, Marcialee Lawrence, Lewis; two 
sisters, Sherry (John) Castaneda, Lewis, Janice Perez, Great Bend; two 
aunts, Elsie (David) Helget, Hugoton, Mary Ellen Smith, Belton, TX; two 
cousins, Randy Lawrence, Lewis, Marletta Shelton, Larned; numerous 
other, aunts, uncles, cousins,s nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Wiley Helzer; beloved uncle, Marvin “Bud” Lawrence and a nephew, Aaron Boese.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service for family and 
friends will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the First 
Southern Baptist Church, Larned.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Wayne 
Cemetery, Lewis at a later date.Memorials may be given to the Craig Helzer Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Craig Allen Helzer

Karen&nbsp;(O’Brien)&nbsp;Weber, 81, White Bear Lake, Minn., died Tuesday, May 17, 2022. She was born on Oct. 28, 1940, to Peter and Leta O’Brien and grew up on the family farm near St. Francis, Kan.

She lived most of her adult life in Minnesota and worked as a substitute teacher while raising her family with her husband, Duane Weber. She was actively involved with Girl Scouts and St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Duane; and two brothers, Glen&nbsp;O’Brien&nbsp;and Dean O’Brien.

She is survived by three daughters, Rhonda Blair, Karna Gruber, and Sharna Weber; a son, Ray Weber; two brothers, Neal (Julie) O’Brien, Scott City, and Rex (Diane) O’Brien, Hays; and six grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Mary of the Lake Church later this&nbsp;summer;&nbsp;burial in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minn.

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 </figure>Karen&nbsp;(O’Brien)&nbsp;Weber, 81, White Bear Lake, Minn., died Tuesday, May 17, 2022. She was born on Oct. 28, 1940, to Peter and Leta O’Brien and grew up on the family farm near St. Francis, Kan.She lived most of her adult life in Minnesota and worked as a substitute teacher while raising her family with her husband, Duane Weber. She was actively involved with Girl Scouts and St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church.She was preceded in death by her husband, Duane; and two brothers, Glen&nbsp;O’Brien&nbsp;and Dean O’Brien.She is survived by three daughters, Rhonda Blair, Karna Gruber, and Sharna Weber; a son, Ray Weber; two brothers, Neal (Julie) O’Brien, Scott City, and Rex (Diane) O’Brien, Hays; and six grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Mary of the Lake Church later this&nbsp;summer;&nbsp;burial in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minn.

Karen (O’Brien) Weber

Carolyn Julia (Eller) Harvey passed away peacefully at the Bethesda 
Home in Goessel, Kansas on May 20, 2022, at the age of 82. She was born 
November 13, 1939, to George LeRoy Eller and Hazel Irene (Proctor) Eller 
on a farm in Smith County, Kansas. She was the youngest of five 
children.

Carolyn attended school in Gaylord, Kansas and graduated from high
 school in 1957. Soon after graduation, she moved to Denver, Colorado to
 work as a clerk in a downtown Denver business.

While working in Denver, Carolyn met Loren Harvey while Loren and 
her brother, Paul Eller, were in training at Fort Leonardwood, Missouri.
 On June 14, 1959, they were married at the First Nazarene Church in 
Gaylord. The young couple established their home in Beloit, Kansas.

Carolyn and Loren were blessed with two sons, Leroy and Eric. 
Carolyn was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her 
family in this manner during the early years of her sons’ lives.

In 1970, she was the Lead Census taker for Mitchell County, 
Kansas. After completing her tenure in this role, she provided daycare 
for other families in the family home. In 1980, she began as a 
substitute food service worker for USD 273 in Beloit, and was soon a 
full-time food service worker at Beloit Elementary School.

Carolyn loved reading, sewing clothes for her sons, cross 
stitching, canning vegetable from the family garden, making baby 
blankets for friends and family, doing puzzles, playing cards, and 
attending activities for Leroy and Eric. During her retirement, Carolyn 
enjoyed camping with friends, volunteering at the church, Mitchell 
County Hospital, and on the Mitchell County election board, and of 
course, attending the activities of her grandchildren as often as 
possible. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in 
Beloit, the United Methodist Women, and the Order of the Eastern Star in
 Beloit and later in Clay Center.

Carolyn is survived by her husband Loren; son Leroy and wife 
Winsome of McPherson, Kansas; three grandchildren, Gavin, Collin, and 
Isabella; two sisters-in-law, Betty Eller and Elaine Eller; as well as 
many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces 
and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Bernice 
and Blache; brothers, Richard and Paul; and her son, Eric.

Funeral services will be at 11 AM Thursday, May 26, at the Beloit 
First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM, with 
family beginning at 4 PM on Wednesday at the Roberts Family Funeral 
Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Church, Solomon 
Valley Hospice of Beloit, Nicol Home of Glasco, Good Shepherd Hospice of
 Newton, or the Bethesda Home of Goessel.

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 </figure>Carolyn Julia (Eller) Harvey passed away peacefully at the Bethesda 
Home in Goessel, Kansas on May 20, 2022, at the age of 82. She was born 
November 13, 1939, to George LeRoy Eller and Hazel Irene (Proctor) Eller 
on a farm in Smith County, Kansas. She was the youngest of five 
children.Carolyn attended school in Gaylord, Kansas and graduated from high
 school in 1957. Soon after graduation, she moved to Denver, Colorado to
 work as a clerk in a downtown Denver business.While working in Denver, Carolyn met Loren Harvey while Loren and 
her brother, Paul Eller, were in training at Fort Leonardwood, Missouri.
 On June 14, 1959, they were married at the First Nazarene Church in 
Gaylord. The young couple established their home in Beloit, Kansas.Carolyn and Loren were blessed with two sons, Leroy and Eric. 
Carolyn was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her 
family in this manner during the early years of her sons’ lives.In 1970, she was the Lead Census taker for Mitchell County, 
Kansas. After completing her tenure in this role, she provided daycare 
for other families in the family home. In 1980, she began as a 
substitute food service worker for USD 273 in Beloit, and was soon a 
full-time food service worker at Beloit Elementary School.Carolyn loved reading, sewing clothes for her sons, cross 
stitching, canning vegetable from the family garden, making baby 
blankets for friends and family, doing puzzles, playing cards, and 
attending activities for Leroy and Eric. During her retirement, Carolyn 
enjoyed camping with friends, volunteering at the church, Mitchell 
County Hospital, and on the Mitchell County election board, and of 
course, attending the activities of her grandchildren as often as 
possible. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in 
Beloit, the United Methodist Women, and the Order of the Eastern Star in
 Beloit and later in Clay Center.Carolyn is survived by her husband Loren; son Leroy and wife 
Winsome of McPherson, Kansas; three grandchildren, Gavin, Collin, and 
Isabella; two sisters-in-law, Betty Eller and Elaine Eller; as well as 
many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces 
and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Bernice 
and Blache; brothers, Richard and Paul; and her son, Eric.Funeral services will be at 11 AM Thursday, May 26, at the Beloit 
First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 1-7 PM, with 
family beginning at 4 PM on Wednesday at the Roberts Family Funeral 
Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Church, Solomon 
Valley Hospice of Beloit, Nicol Home of Glasco, Good Shepherd Hospice of
 Newton, or the Bethesda Home of Goessel.

Carolyn Julia (Eller) Harvey

Patricia Briggs, 70, died on Monday, May 23, 2022, at St Catherine 
Hospital in Garden City. She was born on August 17, 1951, at Garden City
 the daughter of Peter William &amp; Rose Mary (Brungardt) Burgardt. 
She married Steven W. Briggs on February 1, 1975, at Garden City. 
Patricia graduated from Garden City High School and entered the Convent 
in Great Bend for a short time. She received her Bachelors of Arts from
 Fort Hays State University and later a degree in Theology through 
Newman University. She moved back to Garden City and went to work at 
the Dillons Bakery. Later working at Garst Seed Company and then became
 the Secretary at Sellers Tractor Company. 
Patricia was a member of St Mary Catholic Church where she was active in
 the Daughters of Isabella and helped on funeral dinners for many years.
 She also was part of the International Festival and a 4-H Leader. She
 enjoyed arts, crafts, crossword puzzles and traveling with her family. 
 She had obtained her CDL license so she could drive the truck with her 
husband. Her biggest joy was being part of her Grandchildren’s lives 
and being part of their activities. 
She is survived by her Husband- Steven Briggs, 2 Daughters- Colette Hunt
 of Wichita (Ryan) and Christy Briggs of Scott City (Jason Majors), 
Brother- Michael Burgardt of Tacoma, Washington, Sister- Coleen Harrison
 of Logan, Utah and 4 Grandchildren, Laren &amp; Madelynn Hunt and 
Aleczander &amp; Kairae Berry. She was preceded in death by her 
Parents, Brother- David Burgardt and 2 Sisters- Janet Linenberger and 
Laurie Gerber. 
Vigil Service will be at 6:00 PM Thursday and Funeral Mass at 12:00 PM 
Friday both at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev Jacob Schneider as 
Celebrant. Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. 
Friends may call from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM at Garnand Funeral Home. 
Memorials are suggested to D of I in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Patricia Briggs, 70, died on Monday, May 23, 2022, at St Catherine 
Hospital in Garden City. She was born on August 17, 1951, at Garden City
 the daughter of Peter William &amp; Rose Mary (Brungardt) Burgardt. 
She married Steven W. Briggs on February 1, 1975, at Garden City. 
Patricia graduated from Garden City High School and entered the Convent 
in Great Bend for a short time. She received her Bachelors of Arts from
 Fort Hays State University and later a degree in Theology through 
Newman University. She moved back to Garden City and went to work at 
the Dillons Bakery. Later working at Garst Seed Company and then became
 the Secretary at Sellers Tractor Company. 
Patricia was a member of St Mary Catholic Church where she was active in
 the Daughters of Isabella and helped on funeral dinners for many years.
 She also was part of the International Festival and a 4-H Leader. She
 enjoyed arts, crafts, crossword puzzles and traveling with her family. 
 She had obtained her CDL license so she could drive the truck with her 
husband. Her biggest joy was being part of her Grandchildren’s lives 
and being part of their activities. 
She is survived by her Husband- Steven Briggs, 2 Daughters- Colette Hunt
 of Wichita (Ryan) and Christy Briggs of Scott City (Jason Majors), 
Brother- Michael Burgardt of Tacoma, Washington, Sister- Coleen Harrison
 of Logan, Utah and 4 Grandchildren, Laren &amp; Madelynn Hunt and 
Aleczander &amp; Kairae Berry. She was preceded in death by her 
Parents, Brother- David Burgardt and 2 Sisters- Janet Linenberger and 
Laurie Gerber. 
Vigil Service will be at 6:00 PM Thursday and Funeral Mass at 12:00 PM 
Friday both at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev Jacob Schneider as 
Celebrant. Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. 
Friends may call from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM at Garnand Funeral Home. 
Memorials are suggested to D of I in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patricia Briggs

Jana Jacobs, 66 years, of Holdrege, NE passed away peacefully at home on May 13th, 2022 after a battle with renal failure.

Jana was born July 30th, 1955, to Dale and Lotte (Horn) Balthazor in Beloit, KS.

The family moved to Phillipsburg in 1959.&nbsp; Jana completed school in 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; While in high school she worked at the Birdhouse and 
shortly after graduation she began her career at Phillips County Road 
and Bridge Department where she worked for over 30 years as a heavy 
equipment operator.

In 1976, she was united in marriage to Kenny Guthrie.&nbsp; And through 
this union Kenny adopted Jana’s son Jasen.&nbsp; The couple made their home 
in Phillipsburg and in 1980 Alicia was born.&nbsp; Kenny preceded them in 
death in April 1998.

She was united in marriage to Roy Jacobs on September 19th,
 1998 in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; The couple enjoyed gardening, yardwork, riding 
their bikes, fishing, spending time with their grandchildren, and time 
together.&nbsp; Roy was always willing to go along with whatever Jana threw 
his way, even renovating three houses.

Jana’s most precious gift was her grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved every 
moment she got with them.&nbsp; Which led her to Palmer, NE, while living 
there she worked as a Med Aide at the Veterans Home in Grand Island.

In 2012, she moved to Orleans, NE to be closer to family and you 
guessed it, her daughter and grandkids lived across the street.&nbsp; In 2016
 her grandkids moved to Holdrege and you can guess where she moved in 
2017, yep right down the street from her “babies” as she called them.

Survivors include her husband Roy of Phillipsburg; Son Jasen Guthrie 
and wife Tanya of Phillipsburg; her daughter Alicia Norton and husband 
Jeremy of Holdrege, NE; Father Dale Balthazor of Topeka, KS; brother 
Brad Balthazoer of Topeka; 4 grandchildren Taylor, Olivia, Kennedie, and
 Jakob of Holdrege; and 2 great grandsons Paxton and Ryftin of Holdrege.

She was preceded in death by her mother Anna Lotte Balthazoer and her brother Gary Horn.

Cremation was planned. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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 </figure>Jana Jacobs, 66 years, of Holdrege, NE passed away peacefully at home on May 13th, 2022 after a battle with renal failure.Jana was born July 30th, 1955, to Dale and Lotte (Horn) Balthazor in Beloit, KS.The family moved to Phillipsburg in 1959.&nbsp; Jana completed school in 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; While in high school she worked at the Birdhouse and 
shortly after graduation she began her career at Phillips County Road 
and Bridge Department where she worked for over 30 years as a heavy 
equipment operator.In 1976, she was united in marriage to Kenny Guthrie.&nbsp; And through 
this union Kenny adopted Jana’s son Jasen.&nbsp; The couple made their home 
in Phillipsburg and in 1980 Alicia was born.&nbsp; Kenny preceded them in 
death in April 1998.She was united in marriage to Roy Jacobs on September 19th,
 1998 in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; The couple enjoyed gardening, yardwork, riding 
their bikes, fishing, spending time with their grandchildren, and time 
together.&nbsp; Roy was always willing to go along with whatever Jana threw 
his way, even renovating three houses.Jana’s most precious gift was her grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved every 
moment she got with them.&nbsp; Which led her to Palmer, NE, while living 
there she worked as a Med Aide at the Veterans Home in Grand Island.In 2012, she moved to Orleans, NE to be closer to family and you 
guessed it, her daughter and grandkids lived across the street.&nbsp; In 2016
 her grandkids moved to Holdrege and you can guess where she moved in 
2017, yep right down the street from her “babies” as she called them.Survivors include her husband Roy of Phillipsburg; Son Jasen Guthrie 
and wife Tanya of Phillipsburg; her daughter Alicia Norton and husband 
Jeremy of Holdrege, NE; Father Dale Balthazor of Topeka, KS; brother 
Brad Balthazoer of Topeka; 4 grandchildren Taylor, Olivia, Kennedie, and
 Jakob of Holdrege; and 2 great grandsons Paxton and Ryftin of Holdrege.She was preceded in death by her mother Anna Lotte Balthazoer and her brother Gary Horn.Cremation was planned. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jana Jacobs

Eric Randall Huffman, 54, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 8, 
2022. Eric was born June 6, 1967, in Quinter, Kansas to Karen and Galen 
Huffman. Eric came into this world with special needs, but also with 
special gifts to share. 

He was raised by the most amazing parents, 
treasured by his family, lovingly supported by the entire community in 
which he grew up, and tenderly cared for by dedicated staff members who 
selflessly gave their time and energy to bring Eric joy and comfort 
throughout his adult life. He loved Hot Wheels cars, throwing rocks in 
the water, riding his bike, markers and crayons, stickers, puppies, 
music, and anything with a Jayhawk logo on it. He loved attending the 
Quinter Church of the Brethren – the church in which he grew up - with 
Mom and Dad. He attended Beamgard Learning Center in Atwood, KS until 
the age of 20, then moved into a group home in Hays, KS, where he lived 
and was cared for by Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas until 
2019. He then lived in Wichita, KS in a Starkey group home until his 
death. 
 Eric is survived by sister Jana Pote (David) of Wichita, brother 
Scott Huffman (Carolyn) of Lawrence, sister Penelope Callantine of 
Wichita, and brother Jeff Huffman (Shawna) of Lawrence, as well as many 
beloved nieces and nephews. 
 A memorial service will be held Friday, May 27, at 11:00 a.m. at 
Downing and Lahey Mortuary, 10515 West Maple, Wichita, KS, 67209. 
Interment and a graveside service will follow on the same day at 5:00 
p.m. at the Quinter, KS cemetery (Gove County Road AA and County Road 
74, 1 ¼ miles northeast of downtown Quinter). 
 Memorial contributions may be made to Starkey Foundation, Inc., 4500 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Eric Randall Huffman, 54, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 8, 
2022. Eric was born June 6, 1967, in Quinter, Kansas to Karen and Galen 
Huffman. Eric came into this world with special needs, but also with 
special gifts to share. He was raised by the most amazing parents, 
treasured by his family, lovingly supported by the entire community in 
which he grew up, and tenderly cared for by dedicated staff members who 
selflessly gave their time and energy to bring Eric joy and comfort 
throughout his adult life. He loved Hot Wheels cars, throwing rocks in 
the water, riding his bike, markers and crayons, stickers, puppies, 
music, and anything with a Jayhawk logo on it. He loved attending the 
Quinter Church of the Brethren – the church in which he grew up - with 
Mom and Dad. He attended Beamgard Learning Center in Atwood, KS until 
the age of 20, then moved into a group home in Hays, KS, where he lived 
and was cared for by Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas until 
2019. He then lived in Wichita, KS in a Starkey group home until his 
death. 
 Eric is survived by sister Jana Pote (David) of Wichita, brother 
Scott Huffman (Carolyn) of Lawrence, sister Penelope Callantine of 
Wichita, and brother Jeff Huffman (Shawna) of Lawrence, as well as many 
beloved nieces and nephews. 
 A memorial service will be held Friday, May 27, at 11:00 a.m. at 
Downing and Lahey Mortuary, 10515 West Maple, Wichita, KS, 67209. 
Interment and a graveside service will follow on the same day at 5:00 
p.m. at the Quinter, KS cemetery (Gove County Road AA and County Road 
74, 1 ¼ miles northeast of downtown Quinter). 
 Memorial contributions may be made to Starkey Foundation, Inc., 4500 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eric Randall Huffman

Longtime Sharon Springs, KS resident, Marjorie Louise Poe, 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 23, 2022, at the Greeley County Long-term Care Center.

Marjorie was born on February 6, 1931, in Fort Morgan, CO to Samuel J. and Christina Wacker. &nbsp;On January 1, 1950, she married the love of her life, Ernest E. Poe at the First Baptist Church in Fort Morgan, CO.

While in Fort Morgan, Ernest and Marjorie were blessed with 3 children, Ed, Kenneth and Linda.

Ernest, Marjorie and their family moved to Healy, KS in 1958, and then moved to Sharon Springs in 1970. &nbsp;She was active in ABW, both in Scott City and Sharon Springs, and she enjoyed teaching Sunday school at the Baptist Churches.

She spent her days as a homemaker and helping on the ranch and farm, wherever needed. &nbsp;The family enjoyed most holidays at their house where Mom always had too much food for us to eat.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Ernest, one brother Samuel Wacker and two sisters Lillian Longacre and Johanna&nbsp;Windolph.

She is lovingly survived by her sons Edward (Valerie) Poe and Kenneth (Becky) Poe, and her daughter Linda (Greg) See; eight grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; two sisters Bernice&nbsp;Turcott&nbsp;and Grace (Lou) Davis; two brothers&nbsp;Wendel&nbsp;(Margaret) Wacker and Edwin (Barbara) Wacker; one<a></a>&nbsp;brother-in-law Ron&nbsp;Windolph&nbsp;and one sister-in-law Tippy Wacker.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 10:30 AM MT at the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church with Pastor Bruce&nbsp;Burfield&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Sharon Springs Cemetery. &nbsp;There will be no visitation.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Wallace County Ambulance Service and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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

Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Sharon Springs, KS.

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 </figure>Longtime Sharon Springs, KS resident, Marjorie Louise Poe, 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 23, 2022, at the Greeley County Long-term Care Center.Marjorie was born on February 6, 1931, in Fort Morgan, CO to Samuel J. and Christina Wacker. &nbsp;On January 1, 1950, she married the love of her life, Ernest E. Poe at the First Baptist Church in Fort Morgan, CO.While in Fort Morgan, Ernest and Marjorie were blessed with 3 children, Ed, Kenneth and Linda.Ernest, Marjorie and their family moved to Healy, KS in 1958, and then moved to Sharon Springs in 1970. &nbsp;She was active in ABW, both in Scott City and Sharon Springs, and she enjoyed teaching Sunday school at the Baptist Churches.She spent her days as a homemaker and helping on the ranch and farm, wherever needed. &nbsp;The family enjoyed most holidays at their house where Mom always had too much food for us to eat.Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Ernest, one brother Samuel Wacker and two sisters Lillian Longacre and Johanna&nbsp;Windolph.She is lovingly survived by her sons Edward (Valerie) Poe and Kenneth (Becky) Poe, and her daughter Linda (Greg) See; eight grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren; two sisters Bernice&nbsp;Turcott&nbsp;and Grace (Lou) Davis; two brothers&nbsp;Wendel&nbsp;(Margaret) Wacker and Edwin (Barbara) Wacker; one<a></a>&nbsp;brother-in-law Ron&nbsp;Windolph&nbsp;and one sister-in-law Tippy Wacker.Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 10:30 AM MT at the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church with Pastor Bruce&nbsp;Burfield&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Sharon Springs Cemetery. &nbsp;There will be no visitation.Memorial contributions may be designated to the Wallace County Ambulance Service and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolence for the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Sharon Springs, KS.

Marjorie Louise (Wacker) Poe

Braxton Dean Reichel, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Rush 
County Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born July 9, 2021.

Braxton laughed and smiled throughout his ten months; bringing joy 
and happiness to everyone he touched.&nbsp; Though his time with his family 
was short, he touched many lives and was loved deeply by those around 
him.&nbsp; His life was a brief gift to us that will live on as his heart 
valves were donated and received by those who were in need.

Braxton is survived by his mommy, Rebecca Reichel, Alexander, Kansas;
 his identical twin brother, Brenden Neal Reichel, Alexander, Kansas; 
his maternal grandparents, Joel and Terry Reichel, Alexander, Kansas; 
his aunt, Ashley Reichel, Alexander, Kansas; his two uncles, Levi 
Reichel, La Crosse, Kansas, and Travis Reichel, Madison, Nebraska; and 
his six cousins, Tommy Reichel, Evelynn Reichel, Noah Reichel, Madilynn 
Reichel, Willow Reichel, and Bentley Peterson.

He was preceded in death by his great grandparents, Neal and Opal 
Reichel, and William “Bill” Frederick Cecil, Sr., and Jacqueline 
“Jackie” Bernadine Cecil.

Memorial service will be Friday, May 27, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. at the 
First Christian Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Mark Sizemore and
 Pastor Nick Kaufmann – Mamisashvili officiating.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to 
Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, or Ronald McDonald 
House Charities, Kansas City, Missouri.

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>Braxton Dean Reichel, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Rush 
County Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born July 9, 2021.Braxton laughed and smiled throughout his ten months; bringing joy 
and happiness to everyone he touched.&nbsp; Though his time with his family 
was short, he touched many lives and was loved deeply by those around 
him.&nbsp; His life was a brief gift to us that will live on as his heart 
valves were donated and received by those who were in need.Braxton is survived by his mommy, Rebecca Reichel, Alexander, Kansas;
 his identical twin brother, Brenden Neal Reichel, Alexander, Kansas; 
his maternal grandparents, Joel and Terry Reichel, Alexander, Kansas; 
his aunt, Ashley Reichel, Alexander, Kansas; his two uncles, Levi 
Reichel, La Crosse, Kansas, and Travis Reichel, Madison, Nebraska; and 
his six cousins, Tommy Reichel, Evelynn Reichel, Noah Reichel, Madilynn 
Reichel, Willow Reichel, and Bentley Peterson.He was preceded in death by his great grandparents, Neal and Opal 
Reichel, and William “Bill” Frederick Cecil, Sr., and Jacqueline 
“Jackie” Bernadine Cecil.Memorial service will be Friday, May 27, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. at the 
First Christian Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Mark Sizemore and
 Pastor Nick Kaufmann – Mamisashvili officiating.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to 
Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, or Ronald McDonald 
House Charities, Kansas City, Missouri.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.

Braxton Dean Reichel

Twila M. Francis passed away at her home Friday, May 20, 2022, at the 
age of 89. She was born on November 17, 1932, in Lucas, Kansas to Edward
 and Velma (Duncan) Naegele. She was united in marriage to William T. 
“Bill” Francis on June 8, 1952. The couple was blessed with three 
children: Russ, Karma, and Glenda.
 Twila was a lifelong resident of Lucas. She worked as a homemaker on
 the dairy farm, raising her children, milking cows, and helping with 
her grandkids. If she wasn’t working outside, you could find her in the 
kitchen. She was a phenomenal cook and baker. You could always look 
forward to a hearty meat and potatoes meal followed up with a baked pie 
or other sweet treat. It is said that the kitchen is a gathering place 
for friends and family where memories are homemade and seasoned with 
love. No matter what great food Twila was preparing, it was always done
 with unconditional love for family and friends. While those amazing 
smells from her kitchen will be greatly missed, the sweet aroma of her 
kindness, tenderness, and love will be with us forever.
 Later she started a part time job at USD 407 helping in the kitchen.
 She enjoyed seeing and getting to know all the kids as well as making 
good friends with her coworkers. Twila also enjoyed many years raising 
her beloved Pugs. She always had a pug around until later in her life. 
Her summers were spent taking their annual vacation with her Sister 
(Wilmetta) and Brother-in law. No matter where the adventures took them 
they had a great time. Her favorite vacation spot was Las Vegas where 
she would test her luck at the casinos, and even won a time or two. 
Twila was a collector of Indians (If you have ever been to her house you
 would know) she has a special Indian from each one of her kids and 
grandkids that she proudly displayed. Anyone that knew Twila, knew that
 she was an avid KU fan and rarely ever missed a game. She was so 
excited over the National Championship she taped the game and watched 
over and over again just as excited as the first time she saw the game. 
She had a zest for life and lived life to its fullest.			 
 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Velma Naegele; 
husband, William “Bill” Francis; and brother-in-law, David Dick.
 Survivors are children, Russ Francis, Karma Habiger, Glenda (Mark) 
Buttenhoff of Lucas; sister, Wilmetta Dick of Lucas, KS; four 
grandchildren, Jade Ward, Kayla McGinnes, and Logan and Layne 
Buttenhoff; two great-grandchildren, Chalee and Gage Francis.
 A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022, at 10:30AM 
at the Lucas United Methodist Church in Lucas, Kansas. There will be no 
public visitation.
 Memorials are suggested to the Twila Francis Memorial Fund or Meals 
on Wheels and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO 
BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490. Online condolences may be left for the family
 at www.plumeroverlease.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1653495105093.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Twila M. Francis passed away at her home Friday, May 20, 2022, at the 
age of 89. She was born on November 17, 1932, in Lucas, Kansas to Edward
 and Velma (Duncan) Naegele. She was united in marriage to William T. 
“Bill” Francis on June 8, 1952. The couple was blessed with three 
children: Russ, Karma, and Glenda.
 Twila was a lifelong resident of Lucas. She worked as a homemaker on
 the dairy farm, raising her children, milking cows, and helping with 
her grandkids. If she wasn’t working outside, you could find her in the 
kitchen. She was a phenomenal cook and baker. You could always look 
forward to a hearty meat and potatoes meal followed up with a baked pie 
or other sweet treat. It is said that the kitchen is a gathering place 
for friends and family where memories are homemade and seasoned with 
love. No matter what great food Twila was preparing, it was always done
 with unconditional love for family and friends. While those amazing 
smells from her kitchen will be greatly missed, the sweet aroma of her 
kindness, tenderness, and love will be with us forever.
 Later she started a part time job at USD 407 helping in the kitchen.
 She enjoyed seeing and getting to know all the kids as well as making 
good friends with her coworkers. Twila also enjoyed many years raising 
her beloved Pugs. She always had a pug around until later in her life. 
Her summers were spent taking their annual vacation with her Sister 
(Wilmetta) and Brother-in law. No matter where the adventures took them 
they had a great time. Her favorite vacation spot was Las Vegas where 
she would test her luck at the casinos, and even won a time or two. 
Twila was a collector of Indians (If you have ever been to her house you
 would know) she has a special Indian from each one of her kids and 
grandkids that she proudly displayed. Anyone that knew Twila, knew that
 she was an avid KU fan and rarely ever missed a game. She was so 
excited over the National Championship she taped the game and watched 
over and over again just as excited as the first time she saw the game. 
She had a zest for life and lived life to its fullest.			 
 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Velma Naegele; 
husband, William “Bill” Francis; and brother-in-law, David Dick.
 Survivors are children, Russ Francis, Karma Habiger, Glenda (Mark) 
Buttenhoff of Lucas; sister, Wilmetta Dick of Lucas, KS; four 
grandchildren, Jade Ward, Kayla McGinnes, and Logan and Layne 
Buttenhoff; two great-grandchildren, Chalee and Gage Francis.
 A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022, at 10:30AM 
at the Lucas United Methodist Church in Lucas, Kansas. There will be no 
public visitation.
 Memorials are suggested to the Twila Francis Memorial Fund or Meals 
on Wheels and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO 
BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490. Online condolences may be left for the family
 at www.plumeroverlease.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Twila M. Francis

Patricia Ann Searle Ward, 90, of Casper, Wyo., passed away Friday, 20 May, 
2022 at Central Wyoming Hospice &amp; Transitions of Casper. Patricia
 was born on March 24, 1932 in Cincinnati OH to the late Victor Searle 
and the late Anna Ruetepohler Searle. She graduated from Yokohama 
American high school in 1950 while her father was stationed overseas as 
part of U.S. occupation forces in Japan. She married William “Bill” 
Ward in 1952 while they were students at University of Oklahoma. He 
supported her continued education and degrees. She earned her Bachelor’s
 degree from Southeastern. Louisiana. She earned Master’s and Education 
Specialist degrees from Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS . They had a
 daughter and son who knew their mom was always in school. They traveled
 various oil field towns until they settled in Russell KS from 1963-mid 
1980s when Bill had his last transfer and retirement in Casper, WY. Patricia
 was an accomplished Language Arts middle school teacher at Ruppenthal 
Middle School in Russell, KS and had published book on learning packets 
and simulation game. In Casper, she volunteered for Habitat for 
Humanity, English as Second Language tutoring at Casper College, VITA 
taxes for senior citizens among other activities. She and her husband 
Bill traveled and fished extensively in Mexico, British Columbia and 
visited New Zealand numerous times. She routinely caught the biggest 
fish of any family members. She proudly supported her children’s adult 
projects and her grandchildren’s activities-careers. She is 
survived by two children: Kathryn (Jeri Kinser) Ward of Carbondale &amp;
 Cobden, IL, William “Bill” Ward (Beth) of Denver NC. She is also 
survived by her beloved twin sister Barbara Henthorn, and favorite 
niece, Susan Henthorn Hurst. She’s also survived by two grandchildren: 
William (Gwen) Ward and Rebecca (Vlad) Ward. And special son, John 
Cameron, special friends Linda Slone, Laura Burback, Cheryl VonRiesen, 
Louise Russell, and numerous church friends, neighbors &amp; 
volunteers. She was an other mother to many in Casper and beyond in her 
listening and charitable activities including Highland Church. Up until 
her time of death, she was an avid reader and drove around Casper. She
 was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Victor Searle, Jr., 
her husband Bill (after nearly 60 years of marriage), and special 
daughter Misty Hayes Cameron. Her service will be held on Wednesday, May
 25, 2022 at 11am, Newcomer Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions. 710 E. Second Casper WY 82601 307-234-0234 Family
 requests no flowers. Instead donate to these Casper organizations: VITA
 tax c/o Natrona County WY United Way, or Central Wyoming Hospice 
&amp; Transitions or Seton House. To view the livestream of the 
service, please paste the following link in your browser: 
https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1653276934185552&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1653487471062.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Patricia Ann Searle Ward, 90, of Casper, Wyo., passed away Friday, 20 May, 
2022 at Central Wyoming Hospice &amp; Transitions of Casper. Patricia
 was born on March 24, 1932 in Cincinnati OH to the late Victor Searle 
and the late Anna Ruetepohler Searle. She graduated from Yokohama 
American high school in 1950 while her father was stationed overseas as 
part of U.S. occupation forces in Japan. She married William “Bill” 
Ward in 1952 while they were students at University of Oklahoma. He 
supported her continued education and degrees. She earned her Bachelor’s
 degree from Southeastern. Louisiana. She earned Master’s and Education 
Specialist degrees from Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS . They had a
 daughter and son who knew their mom was always in school. They traveled
 various oil field towns until they settled in Russell KS from 1963-mid 
1980s when Bill had his last transfer and retirement in Casper, WY. Patricia
 was an accomplished Language Arts middle school teacher at Ruppenthal 
Middle School in Russell, KS and had published book on learning packets 
and simulation game. In Casper, she volunteered for Habitat for 
Humanity, English as Second Language tutoring at Casper College, VITA 
taxes for senior citizens among other activities. She and her husband 
Bill traveled and fished extensively in Mexico, British Columbia and 
visited New Zealand numerous times. She routinely caught the biggest 
fish of any family members. She proudly supported her children’s adult 
projects and her grandchildren’s activities-careers. She is 
survived by two children: Kathryn (Jeri Kinser) Ward of Carbondale &amp;
 Cobden, IL, William “Bill” Ward (Beth) of Denver NC. She is also 
survived by her beloved twin sister Barbara Henthorn, and favorite 
niece, Susan Henthorn Hurst. She’s also survived by two grandchildren: 
William (Gwen) Ward and Rebecca (Vlad) Ward. And special son, John 
Cameron, special friends Linda Slone, Laura Burback, Cheryl VonRiesen, 
Louise Russell, and numerous church friends, neighbors &amp; 
volunteers. She was an other mother to many in Casper and beyond in her 
listening and charitable activities including Highland Church. Up until 
her time of death, she was an avid reader and drove around Casper. She
 was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Victor Searle, Jr., 
her husband Bill (after nearly 60 years of marriage), and special 
daughter Misty Hayes Cameron. Her service will be held on Wednesday, May
 25, 2022 at 11am, Newcomer Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions. 710 E. Second Casper WY 82601 307-234-0234 Family
 requests no flowers. Instead donate to these Casper organizations: VITA
 tax c/o Natrona County WY United Way, or Central Wyoming Hospice 
&amp; Transitions or Seton House. To view the livestream of the 
service, please paste the following link in your browser: 
https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1653276934185552&nbsp;

Patricia Ann Searle Ward

Lester Gene Satchell, 75, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Medicalodges in Goddard, Kansas.

Lester was born on January 27, 1947, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of 
E. Paul and Irene Emma (Waymaster) Satchell.&nbsp; He grew up in Bunker Hill,
 Kansas and graduated from Bunker Hill High School.&nbsp; After high school, 
he attended Ft. Hays State University for a short while.&nbsp; In 1966 he 
joined the United States Marine Corp from 1966 to 1970 and fought in the
 Vietnam war.&nbsp; After serving his country he worked in California as an 
owner and operator of his own electrical business.&nbsp; He later went back 
to college and received his bachelor’s degree in education and taught as
 a special education teacher for about 15 years.&nbsp; He was a member of the
 Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 and the Russell American Legion Post #99 and 
was an avid reader.

Surviving family include his mother Irene Satchell of Russell, 
Kansas; daughter Ranea D. Satchell of Wichita, Kansas and sister Rebecca
 Speicher of Russell, Kansas.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his father E. Paul Satchell and step 
brothers Eddie, Roy and Paul Satchell. 

Cremation has been selected by the family. &nbsp;

Due to large amounts of rain at the cemetery and poor road conditions, the funeral service location has changed.

A memorial service to celebrate Lester’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Military honors will be presented by the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the memorial services.

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in 
charge of the memorial services.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1653052394617.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Lester Gene Satchell, 75, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the Medicalodges in Goddard, Kansas.Lester was born on January 27, 1947, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of 
E. Paul and Irene Emma (Waymaster) Satchell.&nbsp; He grew up in Bunker Hill,
 Kansas and graduated from Bunker Hill High School.&nbsp; After high school, 
he attended Ft. Hays State University for a short while.&nbsp; In 1966 he 
joined the United States Marine Corp from 1966 to 1970 and fought in the
 Vietnam war.&nbsp; After serving his country he worked in California as an 
owner and operator of his own electrical business.&nbsp; He later went back 
to college and received his bachelor’s degree in education and taught as
 a special education teacher for about 15 years.&nbsp; He was a member of the
 Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 and the Russell American Legion Post #99 and 
was an avid reader.Surviving family include his mother Irene Satchell of Russell, 
Kansas; daughter Ranea D. Satchell of Wichita, Kansas and sister Rebecca
 Speicher of Russell, Kansas.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father E. Paul Satchell and step 
brothers Eddie, Roy and Paul Satchell. Cremation has been selected by the family. &nbsp;Due to large amounts of rain at the cemetery and poor road conditions, the funeral service location has changed.A memorial service to celebrate Lester’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the service.&nbsp; Military honors will be presented by the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the memorial services.Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in 
charge of the memorial services.

Lester Gene Satchell

Charles Harlan “Ske” Skelton, 90, passed away May 24, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS.

He was born August 24, 1931, in Larned, KS, the son of Nelse N. and 
Mary Ruth Hazel Combs Skelton. A lifetime Larned resident, he was a 
retired Electrician for the City of Larned, where he worked for 25 
years.

He was a member of First Christian Church, Noon Lions Club, was a 
Volunteer Fireman for the Larned Fire Department for 20 plus years, all 
of Larned. He enjoyed coin collecting, golf, doing crossword puzzles and
 loved watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren play sports. 
He also served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956.

On June 11, 1952 he married MaryAlice in Larned.&nbsp; She survives.

Other survivors include: son, Jay (Beth) Skelton, Perry, KS; two 
daughters, Janene (Steven) Soeken, Ellinwood, KS, Karan (Keith) Rudolph,
 Montgomery, AL; brother, Jack (Connie) Skelton, Larned, KS; seven 
grandchildren, Jon (Karren) Skelton, Nicole (Mike) Cloud, Joshua Skelton
 (Melissa), Heather (Travis Maley) Skelton, Kirstie (Scott) Wuerdeman, 
Adam (Kylee) Soeken, Craig (Kate) Soeken; fifteen great grandchildren 
and many nieces and a nephew.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, George Skelton, Neal 
Skelton, and three sisters, Mary Brothers, Ruth Deckert, Hazel Callahan.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2022 at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with Pastor Ryan Webster presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will 
be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the Mortuary.&nbsp; Burial
 will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, with military graveside rites.

Memorials may be given to Larned Fire Department in care of Beckwith 
Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1653484978812.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Charles Harlan “Ske” Skelton, 90, passed away May 24, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS.He was born August 24, 1931, in Larned, KS, the son of Nelse N. and 
Mary Ruth Hazel Combs Skelton. A lifetime Larned resident, he was a 
retired Electrician for the City of Larned, where he worked for 25 
years.He was a member of First Christian Church, Noon Lions Club, was a 
Volunteer Fireman for the Larned Fire Department for 20 plus years, all 
of Larned. He enjoyed coin collecting, golf, doing crossword puzzles and
 loved watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren play sports. 
He also served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956.On June 11, 1952 he married MaryAlice in Larned.&nbsp; She survives.Other survivors include: son, Jay (Beth) Skelton, Perry, KS; two 
daughters, Janene (Steven) Soeken, Ellinwood, KS, Karan (Keith) Rudolph,
 Montgomery, AL; brother, Jack (Connie) Skelton, Larned, KS; seven 
grandchildren, Jon (Karren) Skelton, Nicole (Mike) Cloud, Joshua Skelton
 (Melissa), Heather (Travis Maley) Skelton, Kirstie (Scott) Wuerdeman, 
Adam (Kylee) Soeken, Craig (Kate) Soeken; fifteen great grandchildren 
and many nieces and a nephew.He was preceded in death by two brothers, George Skelton, Neal 
Skelton, and three sisters, Mary Brothers, Ruth Deckert, Hazel Callahan.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2022 at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with Pastor Ryan Webster presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will 
be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the Mortuary.&nbsp; Burial
 will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, with military graveside rites.Memorials may be given to Larned Fire Department in care of Beckwith 
Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Charles Harlan 'Ske' Skelton

June Anne Ellis, age 61 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on 
Sunday evening, May 22, 2022, at the University of Kansas Health Systems –
 Great Bend Campus in Great Bend after a sudden illness.&nbsp; She leaves 
behind a huge void with words unable to explain our loss.&nbsp; June was born
 on June 29, 1960, at Beloit, Kansas, to Harold Duane and Betty Jean 
(Mott) Sibley.&nbsp; 

June graduated from Beloit High School in 1978 and then 
graduated from North Central Vocational Technical School in Beloit with a
 Degree in Accounting and Office Management.&nbsp; She married the love of 
her life Todd Andrew Ellis on July 7, 1984, at Beloit, Kansas. They were 
blessed with three sons:&nbsp; Joshua Dean, Tyler Andrew, and Matthew 
Edward.&nbsp; After moving to Great Bend in 1984, June was employed as Office
 Manager by Dove Chevrolet for 20 years and then another 4 years after 
it became Marmie Chevrolet.&nbsp; Her hobbies included time spent with family
 and laughs with friends, spoiling her grandkids and loving Todd.

June is survived by her husband Todd A. Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas; 
three sons:&nbsp; Joshua Dean (&amp; Taylor) Ellis, Tyler Andrew Ellis, and 
Matthew Edward Ellis all of Great Bend, Kansas; four grandchildren:&nbsp; 
Avery Elizabeth Ellis, Aiden Dean Ellis, Adyson Scott Ellis, and Austyn 
Paige Ellis; six brothers:&nbsp; Jesse Peterson, Fred Sibley, Rex Sibley, Ray
 Don Sibley, Gary Sibley, and Randy Sibley; five sisters:&nbsp; Janis Koch, 
Barbara Anderson, Carol Thompson, Rose Hearen, and Diane Jones; many 
nieces, newphews, cousins and a host of friends.&nbsp; June was preceded in 
death by her parents Harold Duane and Betty Jean (Mott) Sibley; her 
parents-in-law Jimmy L. and Vera A. Ellis; and three brothers:&nbsp; Richard 
Peterson, Harold Sibley, and Rory Sibley.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 27, 2022, at 
Charter Funerals in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 4:00 PM
 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the funeral home.&nbsp; Interment 
will be in the Great Bend Cemetery North at Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; The 
family requests that Memorial Contributions may be made to the June A. 
Ellis Funeral Expense Fund.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1653420397790.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>June Anne Ellis, age 61 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on 
Sunday evening, May 22, 2022, at the University of Kansas Health Systems –
 Great Bend Campus in Great Bend after a sudden illness.&nbsp; She leaves 
behind a huge void with words unable to explain our loss.&nbsp; June was born
 on June 29, 1960, at Beloit, Kansas, to Harold Duane and Betty Jean 
(Mott) Sibley.&nbsp; June graduated from Beloit High School in 1978 and then 
graduated from North Central Vocational Technical School in Beloit with a
 Degree in Accounting and Office Management.&nbsp; She married the love of 
her life Todd Andrew Ellis on July 7, 1984, at Beloit, Kansas. They were 
blessed with three sons:&nbsp; Joshua Dean, Tyler Andrew, and Matthew 
Edward.&nbsp; After moving to Great Bend in 1984, June was employed as Office
 Manager by Dove Chevrolet for 20 years and then another 4 years after 
it became Marmie Chevrolet.&nbsp; Her hobbies included time spent with family
 and laughs with friends, spoiling her grandkids and loving Todd.June is survived by her husband Todd A. Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas; 
three sons:&nbsp; Joshua Dean (&amp; Taylor) Ellis, Tyler Andrew Ellis, and 
Matthew Edward Ellis all of Great Bend, Kansas; four grandchildren:&nbsp; 
Avery Elizabeth Ellis, Aiden Dean Ellis, Adyson Scott Ellis, and Austyn 
Paige Ellis; six brothers:&nbsp; Jesse Peterson, Fred Sibley, Rex Sibley, Ray
 Don Sibley, Gary Sibley, and Randy Sibley; five sisters:&nbsp; Janis Koch, 
Barbara Anderson, Carol Thompson, Rose Hearen, and Diane Jones; many 
nieces, newphews, cousins and a host of friends.&nbsp; June was preceded in 
death by her parents Harold Duane and Betty Jean (Mott) Sibley; her 
parents-in-law Jimmy L. and Vera A. Ellis; and three brothers:&nbsp; Richard 
Peterson, Harold Sibley, and Rory Sibley.Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 27, 2022, at 
Charter Funerals in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 4:00 PM
 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the funeral home.&nbsp; Interment 
will be in the Great Bend Cemetery North at Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; The 
family requests that Memorial Contributions may be made to the June A. 
Ellis Funeral Expense Fund.

June Anne Ellis

Davanna "Dee" G. Justice, 61, of Woodbine, KS, &nbsp;formerly of Rush, Barton, and Ellis counties, passed away Saturday, May 21st, 2022, at the Via Christi Village, in Manhattan. She was a co-owner of Citywide Security in Topeka.&nbsp; Davanna G. Fletcher was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 4, 1961, the daughter of the late Linda and Charles Fletcher. She was formerly married to Willard A. Jenkins, with whom they had dated since the age of 16, and he survives. Davanna is also survived by a daughter, Deborah Anne (Andrew) Pinkstaff, of Colorado Springs, CO; a step-daughter, Melissa (William) Boles, of Manhattan, a step-son, David Dodds, of Missouri; two brothers, Charles Fletcher, Omaha, NE and Morgan Countryman, of Texas; sister (Callie Brayton, Republic KS), ten grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. Dee was preceded in death by her daughter, Jessica Marie Justice, and her parents. At her request, inurnment will follow after the cremation, at the McCracken City Cemetery, McCracken, KS. For more information or to send a condolence, visit the funeral home website,<a href="http://www.irvinparkview.com/">www.irvinparkview.com</a>.&nbsp; Arrangements with Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.

Davanna "Dee" G. Justice, 61, of Woodbine, KS, &nbsp;formerly of Rush, Barton, and Ellis counties, passed away Saturday, May 21st, 2022, at the Via Christi Village, in Manhattan. She was a co-owner of Citywide Security in Topeka.&nbsp; Davanna G. Fletcher was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 4, 1961, the daughter of the late Linda and Charles Fletcher. She was formerly married to Willard A. Jenkins, with whom they had dated since the age of 16, and he survives. Davanna is also survived by a daughter, Deborah Anne (Andrew) Pinkstaff, of Colorado Springs, CO; a step-daughter, Melissa (William) Boles, of Manhattan, a step-son, David Dodds, of Missouri; two brothers, Charles Fletcher, Omaha, NE and Morgan Countryman, of Texas; sister (Callie Brayton, Republic KS), ten grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. Dee was preceded in death by her daughter, Jessica Marie Justice, and her parents. At her request, inurnment will follow after the cremation, at the McCracken City Cemetery, McCracken, KS. For more information or to send a condolence, visit the funeral home website,<a href="http://www.irvinparkview.com/">www.irvinparkview.com</a>.&nbsp; Arrangements with Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.

Davanna 'Dee' G. Justice

Anne Laura Marie Werth Klaus, 93, died Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born December 28, 1928, on the family farm near Schoenchen, Kansas, the daughter of Wendelin and Brigitta (Dinges) Werth.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Edwin Klaus September 13, 1949, in Schoenchen. He died September 20, 2007, shortly after their 58th anniversary.&nbsp; Laura grew up on the family farm west of Schoenchen with her 10 brothers and sisters and attended school in Schoenchen. When her mother became ill, Laura stayed home to help take care of her younger siblings. She continued in that role after her mother’s death in 1946, until she was married.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church where she helped with many funeral dinners and was a member of the St. Joseph’s Christian Mothers. She also attended the Perpetual Adoration Chapel regularly. Laura loved to cook but was most well-known for the numerous rugs she crocheted for people. She loved music, playing her accordion, card games and family get togethers. She babysat in her home for many years, then worked as a cook at Vernie’s Hamburger House, St. John’s Rest Home (now Via Christi) and Hays Medical Center until her retirement.&nbsp; Survivors include sons Elden (Kay) and Robert (Suzanne) Klaus of Hays; daughter Ellen (Richard) Call of Hays; brother Paul (Donna) Werth of Great Bend; sisters Clarice Stoecklein of Ness City, and Dorothy (John) Moeder of Hays; grandchildren Allyson (Sam) Sullivan of Larned, Rachel Klaus of Hays, Sayre Shuck of Hays, Brandon Klaus of Topeka, Sheena (Tim) Piotrowski of Austin, Texas, Jerree Call of Topeka; great-grandchildren Tayden, Dylan and Shaely Shuck, Gwendolyn Rose and Isabelle Jean Piotrowski, Amathist Johnson and Emerson Sullivan; sisters-in-law Wilma Braun, Marilyn Leiker and Christa Werth; brother-in-law Eugene (Irma) Klaus; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brothers Ralph (Martina), Linus (Bernice), Donald (Charlotte) and LeRoy Werth; sisters LaVera (Elmer) Schuckman, Joyce (Robert) Klaus and Mary Catherine (Tom) Barnes; brothers-in-law Leonard Stoecklein, Marvin (Mary Frances) Klaus, Norman Klaus and Gerald Braun; and granddaughters Schöene Klaus and Lynay Call. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday 6 PM – 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. A rosary service will be Wednesday at 6:30 PM followed by a parish vigil service at 7 PM all at the funeral chapel. The family suggests memorials to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Unify, Beautify and Glorify Fund or Hospice of Hays Medical Center. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Anne Laura Marie Werth Klaus, 93, died Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born December 28, 1928, on the family farm near Schoenchen, Kansas, the daughter of Wendelin and Brigitta (Dinges) Werth.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Edwin Klaus September 13, 1949, in Schoenchen. He died September 20, 2007, shortly after their 58th anniversary.&nbsp; Laura grew up on the family farm west of Schoenchen with her 10 brothers and sisters and attended school in Schoenchen. When her mother became ill, Laura stayed home to help take care of her younger siblings. She continued in that role after her mother’s death in 1946, until she was married.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church where she helped with many funeral dinners and was a member of the St. Joseph’s Christian Mothers. She also attended the Perpetual Adoration Chapel regularly. Laura loved to cook but was most well-known for the numerous rugs she crocheted for people. She loved music, playing her accordion, card games and family get togethers. She babysat in her home for many years, then worked as a cook at Vernie’s Hamburger House, St. John’s Rest Home (now Via Christi) and Hays Medical Center until her retirement.&nbsp; Survivors include sons Elden (Kay) and Robert (Suzanne) Klaus of Hays; daughter Ellen (Richard) Call of Hays; brother Paul (Donna) Werth of Great Bend; sisters Clarice Stoecklein of Ness City, and Dorothy (John) Moeder of Hays; grandchildren Allyson (Sam) Sullivan of Larned, Rachel Klaus of Hays, Sayre Shuck of Hays, Brandon Klaus of Topeka, Sheena (Tim) Piotrowski of Austin, Texas, Jerree Call of Topeka; great-grandchildren Tayden, Dylan and Shaely Shuck, Gwendolyn Rose and Isabelle Jean Piotrowski, Amathist Johnson and Emerson Sullivan; sisters-in-law Wilma Braun, Marilyn Leiker and Christa Werth; brother-in-law Eugene (Irma) Klaus; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brothers Ralph (Martina), Linus (Bernice), Donald (Charlotte) and LeRoy Werth; sisters LaVera (Elmer) Schuckman, Joyce (Robert) Klaus and Mary Catherine (Tom) Barnes; brothers-in-law Leonard Stoecklein, Marvin (Mary Frances) Klaus, Norman Klaus and Gerald Braun; and granddaughters Schöene Klaus and Lynay Call. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday 6 PM – 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. A rosary service will be Wednesday at 6:30 PM followed by a parish vigil service at 7 PM all at the funeral chapel. The family suggests memorials to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Unify, Beautify and Glorify Fund or Hospice of Hays Medical Center. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Laura Klaus

Margaret Ann (Hughes) Cain, 68, passed away on May 8, 2022, at Hays 
Medical Center, Hays Kansas. Margaret lived in Colby, Kansas, since 
March of this year. She was born in Scott City, Kansas to John Kenneth 
and Gloria Ann (Nodine) Hughes. She grew up in Leoti, Kansas and 
attended R.B.S.E.S Elementary and Wichita County High School. She 
graduated with the class of 1972. After graduation from high school she
 attended school in Goodland to become a cosmetologist. She married 
Dennis Cain in 1989. Margaret had one daughter, Jonell Sekavec of Hoxie,
 Kansas. 
 In 2017, she moved back to Leoti with her life partner Rick Kessler. 
 Margaret worked as a cosmetologist for over 27 years. Margaret 
enjoyed crocheting hand towels and potholders and spoiling her two dogs 
Gin and Dacota. Most of all in life she loved her grandchildren she 
enjoyed watching them play the sports they loved.
 Margret leaves to morn her loss, her only daughter Jonell Sekavec 
and husband Jeremy of Hoxie, Kansas; grandchildren, Kaden Sekavec 
(Destiny Clark), Macon Sekavec, and Onna Sekavec all of Hoxie, Kansas; 
brothers, Charles Hughes and wife Connie Leoti, Kansas and Timothy 
Hughes of LaCrosse, Kansas; sister-in-law, Dana Cain (Cheryl) of 
Oklahoma; nieces and nephews, Dustin Hughes, Debi Hughes, Cody Hughes, 
Tyler Hughes, and Kalyn Hughes; as well as her great nieces and many 
friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Gloria Hughes as well as Aunts and Uncles.
 There will be no services at this time.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Margaret Ann (Hughes) Cain, 68, passed away on May 8, 2022, at Hays 
Medical Center, Hays Kansas. Margaret lived in Colby, Kansas, since 
March of this year. She was born in Scott City, Kansas to John Kenneth 
and Gloria Ann (Nodine) Hughes. She grew up in Leoti, Kansas and 
attended R.B.S.E.S Elementary and Wichita County High School. She 
graduated with the class of 1972. After graduation from high school she
 attended school in Goodland to become a cosmetologist. She married 
Dennis Cain in 1989. Margaret had one daughter, Jonell Sekavec of Hoxie,
 Kansas. 
 In 2017, she moved back to Leoti with her life partner Rick Kessler. 
 Margaret worked as a cosmetologist for over 27 years. Margaret 
enjoyed crocheting hand towels and potholders and spoiling her two dogs 
Gin and Dacota. Most of all in life she loved her grandchildren she 
enjoyed watching them play the sports they loved.
 Margret leaves to morn her loss, her only daughter Jonell Sekavec 
and husband Jeremy of Hoxie, Kansas; grandchildren, Kaden Sekavec 
(Destiny Clark), Macon Sekavec, and Onna Sekavec all of Hoxie, Kansas; 
brothers, Charles Hughes and wife Connie Leoti, Kansas and Timothy 
Hughes of LaCrosse, Kansas; sister-in-law, Dana Cain (Cheryl) of 
Oklahoma; nieces and nephews, Dustin Hughes, Debi Hughes, Cody Hughes, 
Tyler Hughes, and Kalyn Hughes; as well as her great nieces and many 
friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Gloria Hughes as well as Aunts and Uncles.
 There will be no services at this time.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Margaret Ann (Hughes) Cain

Douglas Wayne Carmichael passed away on May 22, 2022, in Hays, Kansas, at
 the age of 60. He was born on April 15, 1962, in Hays, Kansas, to Wayne 
and Lynn (Amos) Carmichael. He was united in marriage on August 3, 1990,
 in Hays, to Andrea Dome. They were married for 30 years. The couple was
 blessed with two children: Katie and Jessie. 
 Doug grew up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School
 with the class of 1980. He furthered his education at Fort Hays State 
University and earned a Wildlife Biology Degree. Following college, he 
attended Jack Cassidy Guide School in Gunnison, Colorado, and went to 
work for Wyoming Game and Fish as a guide in the forest service. Doug 
later returned to Rooks County and went to work for the Kansas 
Department of Wildlife and Parks as a warden and park manager of Cedar 
Bluff State Park. Later, he farmed and ranched for the remainder of his 
years. Doug was an outdoor enthusiast and a lover of wildlife. He 
enjoyed his time spent camping at the lake, hunting and fishing, and you
 could always look forward to his grilling or smoked dishes that were 
seasoned with his special “Doug’s Seasoning”. Aside from the love he had
 for the outdoors, wildlife, and random pets he would gather, he was a 
devout family man and loved his kids and grandkids unconditionally.
 Doug was a hardworking, loving, and dedicated family man. Although 
he will be greatly missed, his life, his love, and his legacy will live 
on in the hearts of his family and friends.
 He is survived by his parents, Wayne and Lynn Carmichael of 
Plainville, KS; daughters Katie (Cody) Rehmer of Colby, KS and Jessie 
Carmichael (Valley Scharping) of Manhattan, KS; sisters, Pam (Alan) 
VonFeldt of Andover, KS, Jana (Rick) Nyland of Phillipsburg, KS; two 
grandchildren, Kaelynn and Kyler Rehmer; and niece, Leah Nyland. 
 A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the 
Celebration Community Church in Hays, KS at 10:30 AM. A Book Signing 
will be held at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home on Thursday from 3PM until
 8PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the grandkids/future grandkids college 
fund, or Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and may be sent in care
 of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Douglas Wayne Carmichael passed away on May 22, 2022, in Hays, Kansas, at
 the age of 60. He was born on April 15, 1962, in Hays, Kansas, to Wayne 
and Lynn (Amos) Carmichael. He was united in marriage on August 3, 1990,
 in Hays, to Andrea Dome. They were married for 30 years. The couple was
 blessed with two children: Katie and Jessie. 
 Doug grew up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School
 with the class of 1980. He furthered his education at Fort Hays State 
University and earned a Wildlife Biology Degree. Following college, he 
attended Jack Cassidy Guide School in Gunnison, Colorado, and went to 
work for Wyoming Game and Fish as a guide in the forest service. Doug 
later returned to Rooks County and went to work for the Kansas 
Department of Wildlife and Parks as a warden and park manager of Cedar 
Bluff State Park. Later, he farmed and ranched for the remainder of his 
years. Doug was an outdoor enthusiast and a lover of wildlife. He 
enjoyed his time spent camping at the lake, hunting and fishing, and you
 could always look forward to his grilling or smoked dishes that were 
seasoned with his special “Doug’s Seasoning”. Aside from the love he had
 for the outdoors, wildlife, and random pets he would gather, he was a 
devout family man and loved his kids and grandkids unconditionally.
 Doug was a hardworking, loving, and dedicated family man. Although 
he will be greatly missed, his life, his love, and his legacy will live 
on in the hearts of his family and friends.
 He is survived by his parents, Wayne and Lynn Carmichael of 
Plainville, KS; daughters Katie (Cody) Rehmer of Colby, KS and Jessie 
Carmichael (Valley Scharping) of Manhattan, KS; sisters, Pam (Alan) 
VonFeldt of Andover, KS, Jana (Rick) Nyland of Phillipsburg, KS; two 
grandchildren, Kaelynn and Kyler Rehmer; and niece, Leah Nyland. 
 A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the 
Celebration Community Church in Hays, KS at 10:30 AM. A Book Signing 
will be held at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home on Thursday from 3PM until
 8PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the grandkids/future grandkids college 
fund, or Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and may be sent in care
 of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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