Lois Eileen Hickel, 84, passed away on April 21, 2022, at home in 
Salina, Kansas. She was born on June 14, 1937, to Harry &amp; Mildred 
(Wisehart) Elliott in Ransom. She married Edward Hickel on July 21, 
1954, in Great Bend. He passed away on March 18, 1992.

A Salina resident in her later years, Lois also resided in Great Bend
 and Lawrence. She held a cosmetology license for over forty years but 
spent most of her working career empowering and training special needs 
adults at Cottonwood, Inc., in Lawrence. Lois was a member of the 
American Legion Auxiliary and did a lot of volunteer work. She was an 
artist, enjoying ceramics, arts and crafts, crocheting, knitting, 
poetry, listening to music, and painting anything that would hold still.
 She had a passion for bowling. Lois especially loved spending time with
 her family.

Survivors include, two sons, Jim (Karol) Hickel of Gardner and Jerry 
Hickel of Salina; a daughter, Tammy (Bill) Bowers of Lawrence; seven 
grandchildren, Brandon Hickel, Jamie Geist, Jerry Hickel Jr., Chris 
Wilkinson, Tava Cook, Melissa Smith, Kelcy Werts; twelve 
great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a dedicated 
family friend, Richard “R.C.” Sears. She was preceded in death by her 
husband; her parents; two brothers, Robert and Darold Elliott; a sister,
 Joan Keener; and a daughter-in-law, Sheila.

Visitation will take place on Thursday, April 28, 2022, from 9:00 
a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home with the family receiving 
guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will take place at 1 
p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Chris 
Lehew presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials
 have been designated to the Saline County Special Olympics Bowling Team
 or Hospice of Salina, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Lois Eileen Hickel, 84, passed away on April 21, 2022, at home in 
Salina, Kansas. She was born on June 14, 1937, to Harry &amp; Mildred 
(Wisehart) Elliott in Ransom. She married Edward Hickel on July 21, 
1954, in Great Bend. He passed away on March 18, 1992.A Salina resident in her later years, Lois also resided in Great Bend
 and Lawrence. She held a cosmetology license for over forty years but 
spent most of her working career empowering and training special needs 
adults at Cottonwood, Inc., in Lawrence. Lois was a member of the 
American Legion Auxiliary and did a lot of volunteer work. She was an 
artist, enjoying ceramics, arts and crafts, crocheting, knitting, 
poetry, listening to music, and painting anything that would hold still.
 She had a passion for bowling. Lois especially loved spending time with
 her family.Survivors include, two sons, Jim (Karol) Hickel of Gardner and Jerry 
Hickel of Salina; a daughter, Tammy (Bill) Bowers of Lawrence; seven 
grandchildren, Brandon Hickel, Jamie Geist, Jerry Hickel Jr., Chris 
Wilkinson, Tava Cook, Melissa Smith, Kelcy Werts; twelve 
great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a dedicated 
family friend, Richard “R.C.” Sears. She was preceded in death by her 
husband; her parents; two brothers, Robert and Darold Elliott; a sister,
 Joan Keener; and a daughter-in-law, Sheila.Visitation will take place on Thursday, April 28, 2022, from 9:00 
a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home with the family receiving 
guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will take place at 1 
p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Chris 
Lehew presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials
 have been designated to the Saline County Special Olympics Bowling Team
 or Hospice of Salina, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Lois Eileen Hickel

An obituary is pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

April 17, 1943 ~ April 21, 2022An obituary is pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Dean Tessendorf

David Wayne Beck, 66, passed away on April 22, 2022, at Azria Health 
in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on September 7, 1955, at Des Moines, 
Iowa, to Vern &amp; Irene Beck. David married Kelly Kloxin on September 
7, 1981, in Great Bend. She died on May 03, 2018.

David was a resident of Great Bend, having previously lived in 
Galesburg, Ill., and Oskaloosa, Iowa. He worked as a drilling hand in the
 oil field.

Survivors include two daughters: Ricci (Trinity) Hood and Kodi Beck 
(David Tucker), all of Hoisington; and eight grandchildren. He is 
preceded in death by his wife; his parents; a brother, Mike Beck; and a 
sister, Connie Beck.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A private 
family service will be held at a later date. Memorials have been 
designated to the David Beck Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>David Wayne Beck, 66, passed away on April 22, 2022, at Azria Health 
in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on September 7, 1955, at Des Moines, 
Iowa, to Vern &amp; Irene Beck. David married Kelly Kloxin on September 
7, 1981, in Great Bend. She died on May 03, 2018.David was a resident of Great Bend, having previously lived in 
Galesburg, Ill., and Oskaloosa, Iowa. He worked as a drilling hand in the
 oil field.Survivors include two daughters: Ricci (Trinity) Hood and Kodi Beck 
(David Tucker), all of Hoisington; and eight grandchildren. He is 
preceded in death by his wife; his parents; a brother, Mike Beck; and a 
sister, Connie Beck.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A private 
family service will be held at a later date. Memorials have been 
designated to the David Beck Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

David Wayne Beck

Dianna J. Dirck, 51, passed away peacefully April 22, 2022, at home 
in Great Bend, Kan.&nbsp; She was born September 28, 1970, at Kincheloe Air 
Force Base, Mich., to Robert L. and Linda Sue (Stringfellow) Dirck.

Dianna was a resident of Great Bend and cherished time with her 
family.&nbsp; Survivors include her parents, Bob and Sue Dirck of Great Bend;
 two daughters, Linsey McHenry of Great Bend and Kelsey Dirck of 
Emporia; two grandsons, Tyler Cody McHenry and Braydon Elexander 
McHenry; one brother, Robert L. Dirck, Jr. and wife Kimberly (Kuntz) of 
Dyer, Ind.; one niece, Allyson Dirck; and two great nephews, William and
 Anthony.

Cremation has taken place and memorial services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home.

Dianna J. Dirck, 51, passed away peacefully April 22, 2022, at home 
in Great Bend, Kan.&nbsp; She was born September 28, 1970, at Kincheloe Air 
Force Base, Mich., to Robert L. and Linda Sue (Stringfellow) Dirck.Dianna was a resident of Great Bend and cherished time with her 
family.&nbsp; Survivors include her parents, Bob and Sue Dirck of Great Bend;
 two daughters, Linsey McHenry of Great Bend and Kelsey Dirck of 
Emporia; two grandsons, Tyler Cody McHenry and Braydon Elexander 
McHenry; one brother, Robert L. Dirck, Jr. and wife Kimberly (Kuntz) of 
Dyer, Ind.; one niece, Allyson Dirck; and two great nephews, William and
 Anthony.Cremation has taken place and memorial services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home.

Dianna J. Dirck

Larry Dean Doskocil, 90, died April 21, 2022, at Hospice House.&nbsp; He 
was born May 2, 1931, in Pratt, to Frank and Mary (Pierpoint) Doskocil.

Larry graduated from Pratt High School in 1949, and received his 
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Southern Nazarene University, 
Bethany, OK, after a two-year enlistment in the Army.&nbsp; Larry’s interests
 were many and varied but his passions revolved around his church, his 
businesses, and his family.&nbsp; Most notably, Larry founded Doskocil Food 
Companies in South Hutchinson, KS which eventually became the dominant 
supplier of meat toppings for pizza chains such as Pizza Hut, 
Godfather’s Pizza, Domino’s Pizza and ShowBiz Pizza.

In 1957, Larry married Jacquelin L. Hoxsey.&nbsp; She died May 16, 1989.&nbsp; On June 7, 1991, he married Joan Crew, in Olathe.

Larry is survived by:&nbsp; his wife of over 30 years, Joan Doskocil of 
Hutchinson; children, Rogena “Gena” Jennings (Steve) of Moundridge and 
Justin Doskocil (Nicole) of Birmingham, AL; bonus sons, Bob Crew 
(Sharon) of Olathe and Gregory Crew (Wendi) of Brooksville, FL; sisters,
 Beth McFall (Pat) of Wichita and Nell Rogene McCawley of Hutchinson; 
grandchildren, Austin Jacques, Tymber Allen, Hunter Armbrister, Taylor 
“TJ” Jacques, and Lane Jacques; great-grandchildren, Reese Allen, Beau 
Allen, Waylynn Armbrister, Walker Armbrister, and Wrenley Jacques; bonus
 grandchildren, Melissa Ladden, Julia “Jill” Heer, and Colton Captain; 
and bonus great-grandchildren, Nolan and Emma Heer.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother-in-law, Jack McCawley.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 
First Church of the Nazarene, 4290 N. Monroe, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Private 
family burial will be in Elmer Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 
a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday and 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott 
Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday 
at First Church of the Nazarene.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Church of the 
Nazarene, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 
67501.

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 </figure>Larry Dean Doskocil, 90, died April 21, 2022, at Hospice House.&nbsp; He 
was born May 2, 1931, in Pratt, to Frank and Mary (Pierpoint) Doskocil.Larry graduated from Pratt High School in 1949, and received his 
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Southern Nazarene University, 
Bethany, OK, after a two-year enlistment in the Army.&nbsp; Larry’s interests
 were many and varied but his passions revolved around his church, his 
businesses, and his family.&nbsp; Most notably, Larry founded Doskocil Food 
Companies in South Hutchinson, KS which eventually became the dominant 
supplier of meat toppings for pizza chains such as Pizza Hut, 
Godfather’s Pizza, Domino’s Pizza and ShowBiz Pizza.In 1957, Larry married Jacquelin L. Hoxsey.&nbsp; She died May 16, 1989.&nbsp; On June 7, 1991, he married Joan Crew, in Olathe.Larry is survived by:&nbsp; his wife of over 30 years, Joan Doskocil of 
Hutchinson; children, Rogena “Gena” Jennings (Steve) of Moundridge and 
Justin Doskocil (Nicole) of Birmingham, AL; bonus sons, Bob Crew 
(Sharon) of Olathe and Gregory Crew (Wendi) of Brooksville, FL; sisters,
 Beth McFall (Pat) of Wichita and Nell Rogene McCawley of Hutchinson; 
grandchildren, Austin Jacques, Tymber Allen, Hunter Armbrister, Taylor 
“TJ” Jacques, and Lane Jacques; great-grandchildren, Reese Allen, Beau 
Allen, Waylynn Armbrister, Walker Armbrister, and Wrenley Jacques; bonus
 grandchildren, Melissa Ladden, Julia “Jill” Heer, and Colton Captain; 
and bonus great-grandchildren, Nolan and Emma Heer.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother-in-law, Jack McCawley.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 
First Church of the Nazarene, 4290 N. Monroe, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Private 
family burial will be in Elmer Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 
a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday and 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott 
Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday 
at First Church of the Nazarene.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First Church of the 
Nazarene, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 
67501.

Larry Dean Doskocil

Carolyn Jean Boyd was born March 25, 1954, in Lexington, NE to James Eugene Boyd and Wilma Vernell (Shuler) Boyd. She is survived by her brother John and Carrie Boyd of Stilwell, KS, sister-in-law Mary Boyd of Pauls Valley, OK, nephew Jesse Boyd and Sierra Littrell of Scottsdale, AZ, niece Kristina and Chad Weaver, great niece Hadleigh Weaver and great nephew Brecken Weaver of Stilwell, KS plus many cousins and friends.

Her family knew her as “Jeanne”, she attended Morton Elementary School, Lexington Jr. High and graduated in 1972 from Lexington High School.&nbsp; While growing up on the family farm outside of Lexington, she learned how to work alongside her two brothers, especially during the summer irrigating corn, showing sheep, and she participated in sewing competitions at the local Dawson County 4H shows.&nbsp; She had to learn at a young age to fend for herself being the only female among two brothers and four male cousins. She was also involved in Girl Scouts and actively involved in her church youth group and summer church camps. She was baptized at the Lexington Christian Church at a young age, from that time forward she was a true Christian serving the Lord. She went on and attended Platte Valley Bible College in Scottsbluff, NE and graduated in 1978 with a BS in Christian Education. During the summers during her college years, she was the camp cook at Colorado Christian Service Camp in Fairplay, CO. She continued her education at Fort Hays State in Hays and received her master’s degree in elementary education in 1979.

She started her teaching career teaching children at a day care at Gering Christian Church, Gering NE, then moving to Casper WY to Paradise Valley Christian Church and School from 1979 to 2022 when she finally retired. She was very instrumental in starting the Paradise Valley Christian School being the school administrator, teacher, counselor and whatever needed to be done. Her passion was teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to anyone around her. She touched so many lives just like her parents did during there life on earth. The last several years she was really involved in the “TOPS” program in the Casper area where she had many friends.

Jeanne was a fighter, she had been fighting many health issue in her later years, but COVID was the final factor that took her to see the Lord.

There will be a “Celebration of Life” at the Paradise Valley Christian Church, Casper, WY at 10 am on Friday April 29, 2022, and a burial on Monday May 2, 2022 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington, NE at 11 am.

Jeanne would like all donations to be given to Paradise Valley Christian School, Casper WY.

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 </figure>Carolyn Jean Boyd was born March 25, 1954, in Lexington, NE to James Eugene Boyd and Wilma Vernell (Shuler) Boyd. She is survived by her brother John and Carrie Boyd of Stilwell, KS, sister-in-law Mary Boyd of Pauls Valley, OK, nephew Jesse Boyd and Sierra Littrell of Scottsdale, AZ, niece Kristina and Chad Weaver, great niece Hadleigh Weaver and great nephew Brecken Weaver of Stilwell, KS plus many cousins and friends.Her family knew her as “Jeanne”, she attended Morton Elementary School, Lexington Jr. High and graduated in 1972 from Lexington High School.&nbsp; While growing up on the family farm outside of Lexington, she learned how to work alongside her two brothers, especially during the summer irrigating corn, showing sheep, and she participated in sewing competitions at the local Dawson County 4H shows.&nbsp; She had to learn at a young age to fend for herself being the only female among two brothers and four male cousins. She was also involved in Girl Scouts and actively involved in her church youth group and summer church camps. She was baptized at the Lexington Christian Church at a young age, from that time forward she was a true Christian serving the Lord. She went on and attended Platte Valley Bible College in Scottsbluff, NE and graduated in 1978 with a BS in Christian Education. During the summers during her college years, she was the camp cook at Colorado Christian Service Camp in Fairplay, CO. She continued her education at Fort Hays State in Hays and received her master’s degree in elementary education in 1979.She started her teaching career teaching children at a day care at Gering Christian Church, Gering NE, then moving to Casper WY to Paradise Valley Christian Church and School from 1979 to 2022 when she finally retired. She was very instrumental in starting the Paradise Valley Christian School being the school administrator, teacher, counselor and whatever needed to be done. Her passion was teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to anyone around her. She touched so many lives just like her parents did during there life on earth. The last several years she was really involved in the “TOPS” program in the Casper area where she had many friends.Jeanne was a fighter, she had been fighting many health issue in her later years, but COVID was the final factor that took her to see the Lord.There will be a “Celebration of Life” at the Paradise Valley Christian Church, Casper, WY at 10 am on Friday April 29, 2022, and a burial on Monday May 2, 2022 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Lexington, NE at 11 am.Jeanne would like all donations to be given to Paradise Valley Christian School, Casper WY.Thank You, The Boyd Family

Carolyn Jean Boyd

Phillipsburg resident Darrell G. Schulte passed away April 10, 2022, at the Phillips County Hospital at the age of 73.

Survivors include his wife Sandy of the home; daughters: Darlene Johnson of Phillipsburg, Diana Allard of Medina, MN &amp; Christina Bontrager of Goshen, IN; step-daughters, Christy Steinert of Lyons, CO &amp; Jennifer Steinert of Denver, CO; 3 brothers: Leonard of Council Bluffs, IA, Edwin of Centennial, CO &amp; Elmer of Omaha, NE; 4 sisters: Donna Davis of Manhattan, KS, Francine Buettner of Lincoln, NE, Rita Goldenstein &amp; Pamela McIntyre of Omaha, NE &amp; 4 grandchildren.

Cremation was planned. &nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, April 28, at 11:00 a.m. in the SS Philip &amp; James Catholic Church with Father John Schmeidler officiating. &nbsp;Inurment will follow in the Kirwin Cemetery, Kirwin.

A Scriptural Wake Service will held Wednesday, April 27, at 6:00 p.m. in the SS Philip &amp; James Catholic Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Brent’s Place or Hospice Services.

Online Condolences:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com/">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Phillipsburg resident Darrell G. Schulte passed away April 10, 2022, at the Phillips County Hospital at the age of 73.Survivors include his wife Sandy of the home; daughters: Darlene Johnson of Phillipsburg, Diana Allard of Medina, MN &amp; Christina Bontrager of Goshen, IN; step-daughters, Christy Steinert of Lyons, CO &amp; Jennifer Steinert of Denver, CO; 3 brothers: Leonard of Council Bluffs, IA, Edwin of Centennial, CO &amp; Elmer of Omaha, NE; 4 sisters: Donna Davis of Manhattan, KS, Francine Buettner of Lincoln, NE, Rita Goldenstein &amp; Pamela McIntyre of Omaha, NE &amp; 4 grandchildren.Cremation was planned. &nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, April 28, at 11:00 a.m. in the SS Philip &amp; James Catholic Church with Father John Schmeidler officiating. &nbsp;Inurment will follow in the Kirwin Cemetery, Kirwin.A Scriptural Wake Service will held Wednesday, April 27, at 6:00 p.m. in the SS Philip &amp; James Catholic Church.Memorial contributions may be made to Brent’s Place or Hospice Services.Online Condolences:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com/">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Darrell G. Schulte

Robert L. Bowles, 94, passed away April 19, 2022.

Domoney Funeral Home, Downs, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert L. Bowles, 94, passed away April 19, 2022.No services are planned at this time.Domoney Funeral Home, Downs, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert L. Bowles

Joel Lee Gaschler went to eternal rest, peacefully, with Ruby by his 
side on April 20, 2022. He was born August 17, 1957, in Scott City 
Kansas, the son of William and Dorothey (Snyder) Gaschler. 
Joel had lived in Colorado and Texas before moving back to Garden City 
in 2001. He was a Merchandiser for local grocery stores throughout the 
southwest Kansas Area. He enjoyed photography, cheering on the Dallas 
Cowboys, attending concerts, fishing, motorcycles, grilling, boating, 
trips to the casino, reading the bible, horse shoes, and carpentry. He 
will be remembered for his long-winded stories and dearly missed by his 
many friends and family. They find comfort in knowing he is in the arms
 of our Lord. 
 He is survived by his son- Justin Gaschler of Dallas TX; father-William
 Gaschler of Garden City; brother-Ken Gaschler of Garden City ; 
Sister-Cathy (Kim) Oliver of Fort Worth TX; nieces-Ashley (Toby) Foster 
of Weatherford, TX and Danielle (Mitch) Parr of Azle TX &amp; great 
nieces and nephews- Piper and Shepard Parr &amp; Agustus, Quiad, 
Matthias Foster. 
Per Joel’s wishes a private family burial will take place at a later 
date. The family suggests memorials to the Joel Gaschler Memorial Fund. 
Garnand Funeral Home, 412 North 7th, Garden City, Ks.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Joel Lee Gaschler went to eternal rest, peacefully, with Ruby by his 
side on April 20, 2022. He was born August 17, 1957, in Scott City 
Kansas, the son of William and Dorothey (Snyder) Gaschler. 
Joel had lived in Colorado and Texas before moving back to Garden City 
in 2001. He was a Merchandiser for local grocery stores throughout the 
southwest Kansas Area. He enjoyed photography, cheering on the Dallas 
Cowboys, attending concerts, fishing, motorcycles, grilling, boating, 
trips to the casino, reading the bible, horse shoes, and carpentry. He 
will be remembered for his long-winded stories and dearly missed by his 
many friends and family. They find comfort in knowing he is in the arms
 of our Lord. 
 He is survived by his son- Justin Gaschler of Dallas TX; father-William
 Gaschler of Garden City; brother-Ken Gaschler of Garden City ; 
Sister-Cathy (Kim) Oliver of Fort Worth TX; nieces-Ashley (Toby) Foster 
of Weatherford, TX and Danielle (Mitch) Parr of Azle TX &amp; great 
nieces and nephews- Piper and Shepard Parr &amp; Agustus, Quiad, 
Matthias Foster. 
Per Joel’s wishes a private family burial will take place at a later 
date. The family suggests memorials to the Joel Gaschler Memorial Fund. 
Garnand Funeral Home, 412 North 7th, Garden City, Ks.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Joel Lee Gaschler

James E. "Jim" Bieler, 82, Hays, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at HaysMed.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

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 </figure>James E. "Jim" Bieler, 82, Hays, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at HaysMed.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

James E. 'Jim' Bieler

Wayne Jay Blauvelt, 77, died April 20, 2022, at Western Plains Medical
 Complex, Dodge City.&nbsp; He was born on February 12, 1945, at Edison, 
Nebraska, the son of Francis and Eva (Loesch) Blauvelt.

Wayne grew up in Edison, Franklin and Cambridge, Nebraska and also in
 Hanover, Haddam, and Norton, Kansas. His father worked for Burlington 
Northern Railroad and is why he had a love for trains and had lived in 
so many different places. Wayne moved to Dodge City in 1983 where he 
lived and worked as a pallet builder with Arrowhead West.

He was a gentle giant with a smile that would light up a room. Wayne 
loved cigarettes, pancakes, diet soda, and hard candy. He always asked 
about the Arrowhead West staff families and wanted to make sure they 
were all okay.

Wayne loved his sister, Joyce and his niece, Susan and always looked 
forward to receiving packages from them at Christmas and his birthday. 
He will be missed by the staff and clients at Arrowhead West.

Wayne is survived by his niece, Susan Budler of Lincoln, Nebraska. He
 was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Joyce Budler; 
brother-in-law, George Budler; grandparents, and several aunts, uncles, 
and cousins.

Funeral service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, 
April 26, 2022, at 10:30 AM with Rev. Jerre Nolte presiding. Visitation 
will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Monday, April 25, 2022, from Noon to 
8:00 PM. Burial will at the Washington City Cemetery in Washington at 
2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, under the direction of Ward Funeral
 Home in Washington.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to Arrowhead West in care 
of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online 
guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Wayne Jay Blauvelt, 77, died April 20, 2022, at Western Plains Medical
 Complex, Dodge City.&nbsp; He was born on February 12, 1945, at Edison, 
Nebraska, the son of Francis and Eva (Loesch) Blauvelt.Wayne grew up in Edison, Franklin and Cambridge, Nebraska and also in
 Hanover, Haddam, and Norton, Kansas. His father worked for Burlington 
Northern Railroad and is why he had a love for trains and had lived in 
so many different places. Wayne moved to Dodge City in 1983 where he 
lived and worked as a pallet builder with Arrowhead West.He was a gentle giant with a smile that would light up a room. Wayne 
loved cigarettes, pancakes, diet soda, and hard candy. He always asked 
about the Arrowhead West staff families and wanted to make sure they 
were all okay.Wayne loved his sister, Joyce and his niece, Susan and always looked 
forward to receiving packages from them at Christmas and his birthday. 
He will be missed by the staff and clients at Arrowhead West.Wayne is survived by his niece, Susan Budler of Lincoln, Nebraska. He
 was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Joyce Budler; 
brother-in-law, George Budler; grandparents, and several aunts, uncles, 
and cousins.Funeral service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, 
April 26, 2022, at 10:30 AM with Rev. Jerre Nolte presiding. Visitation 
will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Monday, April 25, 2022, from Noon to 
8:00 PM. Burial will at the Washington City Cemetery in Washington at 
2:00 PM on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, under the direction of Ward Funeral
 Home in Washington.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Arrowhead West in care 
of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online 
guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Wayne Jay Blauvelt

On Sunday, October 3, 1926, a baby girl, Eda Louise, was born to Freida,
 nee Schlicher, Motsenbocker and Claude Motsenbocker. They lived on the 
Hoccott Farm, one mile West and one mile North of Hoxie, Kansas. Our 
Lord had Louise join him in heaven on April 20, 2022.
 She was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hoxie, Kansas when she
 was two weeks old. She confirmed her faith in the Triune God in 1940 in
 the same church.
 The family moved six times in Sheridan and Rooks Counties by the 
time she was six years old, settling 2 ½ miles East of Seguin. Louise 
attended school at Fairview District # 43, Immanuel Lutheran School in 
Sheridan County and St. John’s Lutheran School, Orange County, 
California.
 She graduated from Sheridan Community High School in 1944. Louise 
continued her education at Fort Hays State University and Colby 
Community College. She taught for three years in Sheridan County 
Schools.
 Louise married Karl W. Berndt on January 2, 1947, at Calvary 
Lutheran Church in Yuma, Arizona. They were married for 56 years. They 
became the parents of three children, Janelle, Kristine, and Welton. 
Louise often said that her children were her ‘desserts’ in life.
 Karl and Louise operated K &amp; L Farms in Hoxie for 50 years. They
 moved to Quinter, Kansas in 1997 and became members of Bethlehem 
Lutheran Church in Wakeeney, Kansas.
 The importance of the Triune God, family, country, and education 
were of utmost importance along with honesty and kindness. The value of 
time well-spent included her church in teaching Sunday School, Vacation 
Bible School, and Weekday classes. She also enjoyed sewing for her 
children, knitting, reading and politics.
 The major parts of her employment were developing, assisting, and 
implementing programs for individuals with health and special needs 
including The Northwest Kansas Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc; 
The Kansas Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc; The Arthritis 
Foundation, and The American Cancer Society.
 Throughout the years she volunteered her time and expertise with 
numerous organizations and programs including Girl Scouts; SCHS/Hoxie 
High School Alumni Association; Developmental Services of Northwest 
Kansas; Northwest Kansas Association for Retarded Citizen; Senior 
Companion Program at Gove County Medical Center, Long Term Care; and 
Foster Grandparent Program at Quinter Elementary School and Tender 
Hearts Child Care Center at Gove County Medical Center. 
 Louise was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Karl; her 
son, Welton; her granddaughter, Karen Lynn Lewis; two brothers and three
 sisters. She is survived by her children, Janelle Mulvenon (Steve), 
Sparks, Nevada, and Kristine Lewis (Tim), Franklin, North Carolina. 
Grandchildren are Tracie Lewis, Overland Park, Kansas; Tad Lewis 
(Suzanne), Columbia, South Carolina; Andy Lewis, Wichita, Kansas; Ryan 
Mulvenon (Kristen), Falls Church, Virginia, and Morgan Mulvenon Tuttle 
(Gary), Novato, California. Great grandchildren are Aidan, Thomas, and 
Mary Elise Lewis, Columbia, South Carolina and Owen David Tuttle, 
Novato, California. 
 A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, April 25, 2022, 11:00 A.M.,
 at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Wakeeney, Kansas. A lunch will be 
held at the church following the service. Interment will be in the 
Lutheran Cemetery in Rural Sheridan County at approximately 2:30 P.M. 
Visitation will be held Sunday, April 24, 2022, at the Mickey-Leopold 
Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas from 3:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. with family 
receiving friends from 3:00 P.M. from 5:00 P.M. A second visitation will
 be held at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Wakeeney, Kansas, Monday, 
April 25, 2022, from 9:30 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. Memorials gifts may be 
designated to Prairie Faith Health Ministry, Quinter Elementary 
School-Pre-K Classroom, and Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas.
 John 6: 39-40 -This is the will of the Father who sent me, that of 
all He has given me I should lose nothing but should raise it up at the 
last day. And this is the will of Him who sent me, everyone who sees the
 Son and believes in Him may have everlasting life. 
 Memorials gifts may be designated to Prairie Faith Health Ministry, 
Quinter Elementary School-Pre-K Classroom, and Developmental Services of
 Northwest Kansas.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>On Sunday, October 3, 1926, a baby girl, Eda Louise, was born to Freida,
 nee Schlicher, Motsenbocker and Claude Motsenbocker. They lived on the 
Hoccott Farm, one mile West and one mile North of Hoxie, Kansas. Our 
Lord had Louise join him in heaven on April 20, 2022.
 She was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hoxie, Kansas when she
 was two weeks old. She confirmed her faith in the Triune God in 1940 in
 the same church.
 The family moved six times in Sheridan and Rooks Counties by the 
time she was six years old, settling 2 ½ miles East of Seguin. Louise 
attended school at Fairview District # 43, Immanuel Lutheran School in 
Sheridan County and St. John’s Lutheran School, Orange County, 
California.
 She graduated from Sheridan Community High School in 1944. Louise 
continued her education at Fort Hays State University and Colby 
Community College. She taught for three years in Sheridan County 
Schools.
 Louise married Karl W. Berndt on January 2, 1947, at Calvary 
Lutheran Church in Yuma, Arizona. They were married for 56 years. They 
became the parents of three children, Janelle, Kristine, and Welton. 
Louise often said that her children were her ‘desserts’ in life.
 Karl and Louise operated K &amp; L Farms in Hoxie for 50 years. They
 moved to Quinter, Kansas in 1997 and became members of Bethlehem 
Lutheran Church in Wakeeney, Kansas.
 The importance of the Triune God, family, country, and education 
were of utmost importance along with honesty and kindness. The value of 
time well-spent included her church in teaching Sunday School, Vacation 
Bible School, and Weekday classes. She also enjoyed sewing for her 
children, knitting, reading and politics.
 The major parts of her employment were developing, assisting, and 
implementing programs for individuals with health and special needs 
including The Northwest Kansas Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc; 
The Kansas Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc; The Arthritis 
Foundation, and The American Cancer Society.
 Throughout the years she volunteered her time and expertise with 
numerous organizations and programs including Girl Scouts; SCHS/Hoxie 
High School Alumni Association; Developmental Services of Northwest 
Kansas; Northwest Kansas Association for Retarded Citizen; Senior 
Companion Program at Gove County Medical Center, Long Term Care; and 
Foster Grandparent Program at Quinter Elementary School and Tender 
Hearts Child Care Center at Gove County Medical Center. 
 Louise was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Karl; her 
son, Welton; her granddaughter, Karen Lynn Lewis; two brothers and three
 sisters. She is survived by her children, Janelle Mulvenon (Steve), 
Sparks, Nevada, and Kristine Lewis (Tim), Franklin, North Carolina. 
Grandchildren are Tracie Lewis, Overland Park, Kansas; Tad Lewis 
(Suzanne), Columbia, South Carolina; Andy Lewis, Wichita, Kansas; Ryan 
Mulvenon (Kristen), Falls Church, Virginia, and Morgan Mulvenon Tuttle 
(Gary), Novato, California. Great grandchildren are Aidan, Thomas, and 
Mary Elise Lewis, Columbia, South Carolina and Owen David Tuttle, 
Novato, California. 
 A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, April 25, 2022, 11:00 A.M.,
 at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Wakeeney, Kansas. A lunch will be 
held at the church following the service. Interment will be in the 
Lutheran Cemetery in Rural Sheridan County at approximately 2:30 P.M. 
Visitation will be held Sunday, April 24, 2022, at the Mickey-Leopold 
Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas from 3:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. with family 
receiving friends from 3:00 P.M. from 5:00 P.M. A second visitation will
 be held at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Wakeeney, Kansas, Monday, 
April 25, 2022, from 9:30 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. Memorials gifts may be 
designated to Prairie Faith Health Ministry, Quinter Elementary 
School-Pre-K Classroom, and Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas.
 John 6: 39-40 -This is the will of the Father who sent me, that of 
all He has given me I should lose nothing but should raise it up at the 
last day. And this is the will of Him who sent me, everyone who sees the
 Son and believes in Him may have everlasting life. 
 Memorials gifts may be designated to Prairie Faith Health Ministry, 
Quinter Elementary School-Pre-K Classroom, and Developmental Services of
 Northwest Kansas.&nbsp;

Eda Louise (Berndt) Mostsenbocker

JoAn H. (Knutson) Olson, formerly of Bottineau, ND passed away April 
20, 2022, at Reeds Cove Health and Rehabilitation, Wichita, KS.

She was born September 23, 1942, in Richardton, ND to parents, Walter
 and Erna (Rasch) Knutson of Halliday, ND. When JoAn was 5 years old, 
her family moved to McKenzie, ND. She received her education at McKenzie
 Grade School, and then Bismarck High School.

On November 26, 1960, she married Paul W. Olson of Bottineau, ND, 
where they farmed and raised their five children. In 1983, they sold 
their farm and bought the KOA Kampground in WaKeeney, KS where they 
enjoyed hosting campers for 4 1⁄2 years. They sold the campground and 
moved back to Bottineau, then to Bismarck, ND. Upon retirement, they 
moved to Stockton, KS.

JoAn was involved in several community organizations and activities 
in the Lutheran and Methodist churches she attended. She worked in 
numerous retail businesses and several secretarial positions. JoAn loved
 her family, enjoyed music, sewing, meeting and getting to know people, 
and enjoying God’s great outdoors.

She is greatly missed by:&nbsp; her three sons, Robert (Tammy) Olson of 
Bottineau, ND, Michael (Brenda) Olson of McGregor, ND, and Timothy 
(Patricia) Olson of Colorado Springs, CO; two daughters, Kathleen 
(Kevin) Clark of Hutchinson, KS, and Paulette (Mark) Wildeman of Ellis, 
KS; seven grandchildren, Nicole (Jeff) Mattheyer, Kristin Friesen (Adam 
Taylor), Dylan (Tyler) Clark, Tylor Olson, Miranda (Caleb) Engeman, 
Hannah Wildeman, and Josh Olson; brother, Rodney (Deanne) Knutson of 
McKenzie, ND; sister-in-law, Barb Knutson of McKenzie, ND; 
brother-in-law, Donald (Inez) Olson of Fargo, ND; great-grandchildren; 
and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her husband, Paul Olson; brother, 
Gordon Knutson; parents, Walter and Erna (Rasch) Knutson; and baby 
sister, Kathryn Knutson.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service and burial will be held in Bottineau, ND at a later date.

Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>JoAn H. (Knutson) Olson, formerly of Bottineau, ND passed away April 
20, 2022, at Reeds Cove Health and Rehabilitation, Wichita, KS.She was born September 23, 1942, in Richardton, ND to parents, Walter
 and Erna (Rasch) Knutson of Halliday, ND. When JoAn was 5 years old, 
her family moved to McKenzie, ND. She received her education at McKenzie
 Grade School, and then Bismarck High School.On November 26, 1960, she married Paul W. Olson of Bottineau, ND, 
where they farmed and raised their five children. In 1983, they sold 
their farm and bought the KOA Kampground in WaKeeney, KS where they 
enjoyed hosting campers for 4 1⁄2 years. They sold the campground and 
moved back to Bottineau, then to Bismarck, ND. Upon retirement, they 
moved to Stockton, KS.JoAn was involved in several community organizations and activities 
in the Lutheran and Methodist churches she attended. She worked in 
numerous retail businesses and several secretarial positions. JoAn loved
 her family, enjoyed music, sewing, meeting and getting to know people, 
and enjoying God’s great outdoors.She is greatly missed by:&nbsp; her three sons, Robert (Tammy) Olson of 
Bottineau, ND, Michael (Brenda) Olson of McGregor, ND, and Timothy 
(Patricia) Olson of Colorado Springs, CO; two daughters, Kathleen 
(Kevin) Clark of Hutchinson, KS, and Paulette (Mark) Wildeman of Ellis, 
KS; seven grandchildren, Nicole (Jeff) Mattheyer, Kristin Friesen (Adam 
Taylor), Dylan (Tyler) Clark, Tylor Olson, Miranda (Caleb) Engeman, 
Hannah Wildeman, and Josh Olson; brother, Rodney (Deanne) Knutson of 
McKenzie, ND; sister-in-law, Barb Knutson of McKenzie, ND; 
brother-in-law, Donald (Inez) Olson of Fargo, ND; great-grandchildren; 
and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her husband, Paul Olson; brother, 
Gordon Knutson; parents, Walter and Erna (Rasch) Knutson; and baby 
sister, Kathryn Knutson.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service and burial will be held in Bottineau, ND at a later date.Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, is in charge of arrangements.

JoAn H. (Knutson) Olson

Sharron
 Kay Thompson, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on
 Tuesday, April 19, 2022. She was born August 26, 1941, in Beloit to 
Garold A. and Evlynn J. (Horesky) Sanborn.

Sharron
 and Myron Arthur Thompson were united in marriage on October 21, 1962, 
in Hill City. Sharron was a daycare operator and was a strong advocate 
for children with disabilities and she hosted a support group for many 
years. Sharron loved with all of her heart. She had a way of being 
empathetic to all of your worries and concerns. She could insert herself
 into your world and either offer advice or simply listen. All who came 
into contact with her could look into her eyes and see just how much she
 cared about you. Sharron would celebrate or cry with you, whichever was
 appropriate. All her life she had a heartfelt desire to “help” - no 
matter what it was

So,
 if you were a sister, child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or a cousin, 
and last but not least even a friend - for all who came in contact with 
her or had the privilege of sharing time with her – we are all better 
for it&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, Art, on November 6, 2016; and sisters, Mary Lou Stegman and Barbara Sandell.

Sharron
 is survived by her sons, Kevin Thompson and his wife Traci, and Kelly 
Thompson; sisters, Saundra Anderson and Nancy Moden; and grandchildren, 
Brik, Cooper, Cherish, and Caitlyn Thompson.

Funeral
 services will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, April 25, at Wilson Family Funeral 
Home, Minneapolis. Burial will be in the Delphos Cemetery. Visitation 
will be from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home where the
 family will receive friends from 4-6. 

Memorials may be made to Sharron 
K. Thompson Memorial Fund, to be designated later, and left in care of 
Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Sharron
 Kay Thompson, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on
 Tuesday, April 19, 2022. She was born August 26, 1941, in Beloit to 
Garold A. and Evlynn J. (Horesky) Sanborn.Sharron
 and Myron Arthur Thompson were united in marriage on October 21, 1962, 
in Hill City. Sharron was a daycare operator and was a strong advocate 
for children with disabilities and she hosted a support group for many 
years. Sharron loved with all of her heart. She had a way of being 
empathetic to all of your worries and concerns. She could insert herself
 into your world and either offer advice or simply listen. All who came 
into contact with her could look into her eyes and see just how much she
 cared about you. Sharron would celebrate or cry with you, whichever was
 appropriate. All her life she had a heartfelt desire to “help” - no 
matter what it wasSo,
 if you were a sister, child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or a cousin, 
and last but not least even a friend - for all who came in contact with 
her or had the privilege of sharing time with her – we are all better 
for it&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Art, on November 6, 2016; and sisters, Mary Lou Stegman and Barbara Sandell.Sharron
 is survived by her sons, Kevin Thompson and his wife Traci, and Kelly 
Thompson; sisters, Saundra Anderson and Nancy Moden; and grandchildren, 
Brik, Cooper, Cherish, and Caitlyn Thompson.Funeral
 services will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, April 25, at Wilson Family Funeral 
Home, Minneapolis. Burial will be in the Delphos Cemetery. Visitation 
will be from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home where the
 family will receive friends from 4-6. Memorials may be made to Sharron 
K. Thompson Memorial Fund, to be designated later, and left in care of 
Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle Ave., Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Sharron Kay Thompson

Dorothy “Dot” Mindrup (Androes) died peacefully on April 20, 2022 in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 91.
 Dorothy is survived by her children, Donald Michael (Mike) and wife,
 Arleen, David Thomas and wife, Mary, all of Olathe, Kansas; four 
grandchildren Amanda (Strauss), Jason, Joseph, and Rachel Mindrup; four 
great grandchildren Hailey, Adaline and James Strauss and Violet 
Mindrup, and brother Herman J Androes of Buda, Texas. She is preceded in
 death by her parents Herman Androes and Hermine Androes; husband Alfred
 John Mindrup; siblings Leroy Androes and Ginny Logan (Androes). 
 Dorothy was born on December 13, 1930 in Newton, Kansas to Herman 
and Hermine Androes. She graduated from Bethel College in 1952 with a 
Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities. She later earned her Master of 
Science in Counseling, in 1969, from Fort Hays State. After graduating 
in 1952, Dorothy worked as a high school English teacher and Librarian 
in Burns, Kansas for 2 years, then for Braniff Airways in Dallas and 
Austin, Texas for 2 years. Dorothy then worked at Lenora High School in 
Lenora, Kansas starting in 1956 until her retirement in 1992, where she 
was a Counselor, Librarian, and taught English and German. She married 
Alfred John Mindrup, a farmer on June 7, 1957. The couple welcomed two 
children into their home. Her children remember her as a loving mother 
who encouraged them to pursue their goals.
 Dorothy was accomplished at writing poetry and stories and often 
wrote poems for family and friends’ events and accomplishments. She was a
 dedicated wife and mother who loved reading, writing, and painting. She
 was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and often volunteered at 
quilting.
 Visitation will be held at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home in Norton, 
Kansas on Monday, April 25, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A second 
visitation will be held at 9:30 am before the service on Tuesday at the 
Parish Hall in New Almelo. Graveside services will be Tuesday, April 26,
 2022 at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery in New Almelo, 
Kansas with a reception to follow in the St. Joseph Parish Hall. Father 
Matthew Cowan will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and
 celebrate Dorothy’s life.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to 
the Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home at 215 W Main St, Norton, Kansas 67654, 
made out to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.  The family would like to 
thank everyone for their prayers, care, and support. Condolences may be 
left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dorothy “Dot” Mindrup (Androes) died peacefully on April 20, 2022 in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 91.
 Dorothy is survived by her children, Donald Michael (Mike) and wife,
 Arleen, David Thomas and wife, Mary, all of Olathe, Kansas; four 
grandchildren Amanda (Strauss), Jason, Joseph, and Rachel Mindrup; four 
great grandchildren Hailey, Adaline and James Strauss and Violet 
Mindrup, and brother Herman J Androes of Buda, Texas. She is preceded in
 death by her parents Herman Androes and Hermine Androes; husband Alfred
 John Mindrup; siblings Leroy Androes and Ginny Logan (Androes). 
 Dorothy was born on December 13, 1930 in Newton, Kansas to Herman 
and Hermine Androes. She graduated from Bethel College in 1952 with a 
Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities. She later earned her Master of 
Science in Counseling, in 1969, from Fort Hays State. After graduating 
in 1952, Dorothy worked as a high school English teacher and Librarian 
in Burns, Kansas for 2 years, then for Braniff Airways in Dallas and 
Austin, Texas for 2 years. Dorothy then worked at Lenora High School in 
Lenora, Kansas starting in 1956 until her retirement in 1992, where she 
was a Counselor, Librarian, and taught English and German. She married 
Alfred John Mindrup, a farmer on June 7, 1957. The couple welcomed two 
children into their home. Her children remember her as a loving mother 
who encouraged them to pursue their goals.
 Dorothy was accomplished at writing poetry and stories and often 
wrote poems for family and friends’ events and accomplishments. She was a
 dedicated wife and mother who loved reading, writing, and painting. She
 was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and often volunteered at 
quilting.
 Visitation will be held at Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home in Norton, 
Kansas on Monday, April 25, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A second 
visitation will be held at 9:30 am before the service on Tuesday at the 
Parish Hall in New Almelo. Graveside services will be Tuesday, April 26,
 2022 at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery in New Almelo, 
Kansas with a reception to follow in the St. Joseph Parish Hall. Father 
Matthew Cowan will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and
 celebrate Dorothy’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to 
the Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home at 215 W Main St, Norton, Kansas 67654, 
made out to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. The family would like to 
thank everyone for their prayers, care, and support. Condolences may be 
left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Dorothy 'Dot' Mindrup

Ella Mae Ward Schulze was born October 15, 1926, to Ned Donald “Hap” Ward
 and Anna Marie (Miller) Ward in her parents’ rural farm home in 
Gothenburg, NE. Ella Mae grew up with four brothers, Donald, Fred, 
Scott, and John. She passed away on April 19, 2022, at Whispering Pines,
 Norton, KS at the age of 95.
 Ella Mae attended Antelope Rural School. Because of sickness, Ella 
Mae had to repeat first grade, but made that year up by completing 5th 
and 6th grade in one year. The family moved to Gothenburg where Ella 
Mae graduated from Gothenburg High School with the Class of 1944. 
During her junior and senior years of high school, she was a part of the
 Work Study program, working as a bookkeeper for Swanson Oil. 
Immediately after graduation, Ella Mae car pooled to Lexington, NE where
 she worked for the Wartime Rations Board. Even though she was only 
eighteen, Ella Mae became the office manager over five other employees. 
 Later she transferred to North Platte, NE, to work for the Civilian 
Rations Board. When that office closed, she went to work in the office 
of Crawford Electric as a secretary, traveling with the office to 
wherever construction was taking place in Kansas and Nebraska.
 She met Glenn Schulze at the Norton office when she came down the 
stairs to deliver a message to his boss. On April 7, 1950, Glenn and 
Ella Mae exchanged their vows at the Methodist Church Parsonage in 
Columbus, NE, making their home in North Platte, NE. In 1951, Glenn and
 Ella Mae moved back to the family farm in Norton after the death of 
Glenn’s brother. In 1959, they purchased a farm closer to Norton where 
they would live for over 60 years and raise four children.
 Ella Mae was an extraordinary farmer’s wife to Glenn and mother to 
their four children. Gardening and canning, processing chickens, taking
 meals to the harvest field, cooking and baking ensured that her family 
was well taken care of for many years. She served over 25 years in the 
nursery at the Norton Christian Church. Ella Mae had the magic touch 
with children, especially babies. She loved to play card games with 
neighbors and grandchildren. She threw endless baseballs at the bat of a
 waiting grandchild. Ella Mae’s chicken and noodles will be missed at 
family gatherings. Ella Mae was active in her church circle, Vitaband 
exercise classes, EHU, FHA, and 4-H. Reading, embroidery, and watching 
“Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune” were favorite hobbies in her later 
years. In the 1960s, Ella Mae began working at the local sale barns and
 auction company, eventually becoming the office manager for Norton 
Livestock Auction for many years. She was proud of the fact she was 
heterochromic, having one blue eye and one brown eye.
 Glenn and Ella Mae were privileged to live on their family farm 
until May 2020 when they entered the Andbe Home after Ella Mae fell, 
breaking a hip. A second broken hip and COVID delayed Ella Mae’s 
reunion with Glenn after he relocated to Whispering Pines. In August 
2021, Ella Mae and Glenn were reunited and were able to celebrate their 
72nd wedding anniversary before Ella Mae’s death.
 Surviving are husband, Glenn, a son Timothy (Mary) Schulze of 
Norton, KS, daughters LuAnn Walters of Hays, KS, Glenda (Bob) Susnik of 
Pittsburg, KS and Roberta (Jeff) Cramer of Leawood, KS, brother John 
(Karen) Ward of Roseville, CA, and sister-in-law Mary Ward of 
Gothenburg, NE. She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren and 
fourteen great grandchildren. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents, brothers Don, Scott, and Fred and son-in-law Robert Walters.
 A memorial service will be held at a future date. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Norton Christian Church or Whispering 
Pines, Norton, KS and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home,
 215 W. Main Street, Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ella Mae Ward Schulze was born October 15, 1926, to Ned Donald “Hap” Ward
 and Anna Marie (Miller) Ward in her parents’ rural farm home in 
Gothenburg, NE. Ella Mae grew up with four brothers, Donald, Fred, 
Scott, and John. She passed away on April 19, 2022, at Whispering Pines,
 Norton, KS at the age of 95.
 Ella Mae attended Antelope Rural School. Because of sickness, Ella 
Mae had to repeat first grade, but made that year up by completing 5th 
and 6th grade in one year. The family moved to Gothenburg where Ella 
Mae graduated from Gothenburg High School with the Class of 1944. 
During her junior and senior years of high school, she was a part of the
 Work Study program, working as a bookkeeper for Swanson Oil. 
Immediately after graduation, Ella Mae car pooled to Lexington, NE where
 she worked for the Wartime Rations Board. Even though she was only 
eighteen, Ella Mae became the office manager over five other employees. 
 Later she transferred to North Platte, NE, to work for the Civilian 
Rations Board. When that office closed, she went to work in the office 
of Crawford Electric as a secretary, traveling with the office to 
wherever construction was taking place in Kansas and Nebraska.
 She met Glenn Schulze at the Norton office when she came down the 
stairs to deliver a message to his boss. On April 7, 1950, Glenn and 
Ella Mae exchanged their vows at the Methodist Church Parsonage in 
Columbus, NE, making their home in North Platte, NE. In 1951, Glenn and
 Ella Mae moved back to the family farm in Norton after the death of 
Glenn’s brother. In 1959, they purchased a farm closer to Norton where 
they would live for over 60 years and raise four children.
 Ella Mae was an extraordinary farmer’s wife to Glenn and mother to 
their four children. Gardening and canning, processing chickens, taking
 meals to the harvest field, cooking and baking ensured that her family 
was well taken care of for many years. She served over 25 years in the 
nursery at the Norton Christian Church. Ella Mae had the magic touch 
with children, especially babies. She loved to play card games with 
neighbors and grandchildren. She threw endless baseballs at the bat of a
 waiting grandchild. Ella Mae’s chicken and noodles will be missed at 
family gatherings. Ella Mae was active in her church circle, Vitaband 
exercise classes, EHU, FHA, and 4-H. Reading, embroidery, and watching 
“Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune” were favorite hobbies in her later 
years. In the 1960s, Ella Mae began working at the local sale barns and
 auction company, eventually becoming the office manager for Norton 
Livestock Auction for many years. She was proud of the fact she was 
heterochromic, having one blue eye and one brown eye.
 Glenn and Ella Mae were privileged to live on their family farm 
until May 2020 when they entered the Andbe Home after Ella Mae fell, 
breaking a hip. A second broken hip and COVID delayed Ella Mae’s 
reunion with Glenn after he relocated to Whispering Pines. In August 
2021, Ella Mae and Glenn were reunited and were able to celebrate their 
72nd wedding anniversary before Ella Mae’s death.
 Surviving are husband, Glenn, a son Timothy (Mary) Schulze of 
Norton, KS, daughters LuAnn Walters of Hays, KS, Glenda (Bob) Susnik of 
Pittsburg, KS and Roberta (Jeff) Cramer of Leawood, KS, brother John 
(Karen) Ward of Roseville, CA, and sister-in-law Mary Ward of 
Gothenburg, NE. She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren and 
fourteen great grandchildren. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents, brothers Don, Scott, and Fred and son-in-law Robert Walters.
 A memorial service will be held at a future date. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Norton Christian Church or Whispering 
Pines, Norton, KS and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home,
 215 W. Main Street, Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Ella Mae Ward Schulze

Warren Wittman, age 76, from Victoria, Kansas, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

He was born November 9, 1945, on the family farm at Vincent, Kansas&nbsp;to Wendelin and Mathilda “Tillie” (Pfannenstiel) Wittman. &nbsp;He married Arlene (Huser) on&nbsp;May 1, 1964, at Vincent.

Warren was a farmer and a butcher, starting his career at P &amp; B Packers in Hays. &nbsp;He then worked at the Victoria Farmer Co-op Store for 19 years, and in 1988 went to U-Save Food Store in Hays until they closed. &nbsp;He&nbsp;and his wife Arlene&nbsp;opened Warren’s Meat&nbsp;Market in Hays,&nbsp;in 2002 and sold the business in 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;He grew up on the farm at Vincent and continued farming and raising cattle throughout his lifetime.

He attended Victoria High School, was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis,&nbsp;the&nbsp;3rdDegree Knights of Columbus, and the 4th Degree Assembly Knights of Columbus&nbsp;all of Victoria.&nbsp;&nbsp;He had a number of rental properties that he would buy&nbsp;and sell, enjoyed game shows, Dairy Queen, and vegetable gardening,

Survivors include his wife, Arlene&nbsp;Wittman, of the home; his children, Kelly Kuhn and husband, Ivan,&nbsp;Andale, KS;&nbsp;Lori&nbsp;Lane and her husband, Grant,&nbsp;Hutchinson, KS;&nbsp;Curtis Wittman,&nbsp;and&nbsp;his&nbsp;fiancé, Kristi Younger Victoria, KS;&nbsp;his grandchildren, Haley (Joe) Barrow; Gabe Kuhn; Isaac Kuhn; Luke Kuhn; Jaylen Lane; Jocelyn (Tom) Mailloux; Jaron Lane; Joseph Lane;&nbsp;his great-grandson, Leo Mailloux;&nbsp;and&nbsp;his brother, Wayne Wittman, Hays, KS.&nbsp;

Warren was preceded in death by his parents,&nbsp;and his sister-in-law, Arleen Wittman.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, April 25, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial&nbsp;will be in the St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

A vigil service with the Knights of Columbus and Daughters of Isabella&nbsp;rosary&nbsp;joining will be at 7:00 P.M. Sunday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorials payable to: the organization, The Basilica of St. Fidelis or St. Boniface Catholic Church, Vincent, Kansas in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Warren Wittman, age 76, from Victoria, Kansas, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.He was born November 9, 1945, on the family farm at Vincent, Kansas&nbsp;to Wendelin and Mathilda “Tillie” (Pfannenstiel) Wittman. &nbsp;He married Arlene (Huser) on&nbsp;May 1, 1964, at Vincent.Warren was a farmer and a butcher, starting his career at P &amp; B Packers in Hays. &nbsp;He then worked at the Victoria Farmer Co-op Store for 19 years, and in 1988 went to U-Save Food Store in Hays until they closed. &nbsp;He&nbsp;and his wife Arlene&nbsp;opened Warren’s Meat&nbsp;Market in Hays,&nbsp;in 2002 and sold the business in 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;He grew up on the farm at Vincent and continued farming and raising cattle throughout his lifetime.He attended Victoria High School, was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis,&nbsp;the&nbsp;3rdDegree Knights of Columbus, and the 4th Degree Assembly Knights of Columbus&nbsp;all of Victoria.&nbsp;&nbsp;He had a number of rental properties that he would buy&nbsp;and sell, enjoyed game shows, Dairy Queen, and vegetable gardening,Survivors include his wife, Arlene&nbsp;Wittman, of the home; his children, Kelly Kuhn and husband, Ivan,&nbsp;Andale, KS;&nbsp;Lori&nbsp;Lane and her husband, Grant,&nbsp;Hutchinson, KS;&nbsp;Curtis Wittman,&nbsp;and&nbsp;his&nbsp;fiancé, Kristi Younger Victoria, KS;&nbsp;his grandchildren, Haley (Joe) Barrow; Gabe Kuhn; Isaac Kuhn; Luke Kuhn; Jaylen Lane; Jocelyn (Tom) Mailloux; Jaron Lane; Joseph Lane;&nbsp;his great-grandson, Leo Mailloux;&nbsp;and&nbsp;his brother, Wayne Wittman, Hays, KS.&nbsp;Warren was preceded in death by his parents,&nbsp;and his sister-in-law, Arleen Wittman.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, April 25, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp;officiating. &nbsp;Burial&nbsp;will be in the St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.A vigil service with the Knights of Columbus and Daughters of Isabella&nbsp;rosary&nbsp;joining will be at 7:00 P.M. Sunday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp;The family suggests memorials payable to: the organization, The Basilica of St. Fidelis or St. Boniface Catholic Church, Vincent, Kansas in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left by guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Warren Wittman

Kerry Lee Bahl, 89, Pleasanton, California, died Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Stanford Health Care-ValleyCare in Pleasanton.

He was born July 10, 1932, the son of 
Albert and Genevieve (Werth) Bahl.&nbsp; Kerry married Dorothy Engel in 1956 
after he was honorably discharged from the U.S. Air Force, where his 
assigned duties included test and maintenance of electronic fusing and 
firing systems of nuclear weapons.&nbsp; This skill and training led to his 
occupation as physicist for Lawrence Livermore Labs of Livermore, 
California, until his retirement.&nbsp; After 64 years of marriage, Dorothy 
preceded him in death on April 8, 2020.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 am 
on Saturday, April 30, 2022, in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, with military 
honors by the Hays VFW Post 9076 Honor Guard.&nbsp; Funeral arrangements are 
in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. 

Condolences and 
memories of Kerry may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Kerry Lee Bahl, 89, Pleasanton, California, died Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Stanford Health Care-ValleyCare in Pleasanton.He was born July 10, 1932, the son of 
Albert and Genevieve (Werth) Bahl.&nbsp; Kerry married Dorothy Engel in 1956 
after he was honorably discharged from the U.S. Air Force, where his 
assigned duties included test and maintenance of electronic fusing and 
firing systems of nuclear weapons.&nbsp; This skill and training led to his 
occupation as physicist for Lawrence Livermore Labs of Livermore, 
California, until his retirement.&nbsp; After 64 years of marriage, Dorothy 
preceded him in death on April 8, 2020.Graveside services will be at 11:00 am 
on Saturday, April 30, 2022, in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, with military 
honors by the Hays VFW Post 9076 Honor Guard.&nbsp; Funeral arrangements are 
in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and 
memories of Kerry may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Kerry Lee Bahl

Johnny Ray Stoskopf, 69, passed away on April 19, 2022 at his home in
 Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on September 30, 1952, at Hobbs, New 
Mexico, to Kenneth Lee &amp; Virginia Lee (Grimes) Stoskopf.

A life-time resident of Great Bend, Johnny was a member of the River 
of Life Foursquare Church and Central Kansas Association for the 
Visually Impaired. He was a former member of the Peace Corps, having 
served in Ecuador.

Survivors include two sisters, Connie McKnight of Missouri, and Karen
 Cruz of Great Bend; two brothers, Jim Stoskopf of Colorado, and Jack 
Stoskopf of Rhode Island; a half-brother, Lane Heape of Olathe; and 
numerous nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his parents.

Visitation will take place on Friday, April 22, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. 
to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home with family receiving guests from 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. 
Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Hoisington Cemetery with Pastor David LeRoy
 presiding. 

Memorials have been designated to the River of Life 
Foursquare Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Johnny Ray Stoskopf, 69, passed away on April 19, 2022 at his home in
 Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on September 30, 1952, at Hobbs, New 
Mexico, to Kenneth Lee &amp; Virginia Lee (Grimes) Stoskopf.A life-time resident of Great Bend, Johnny was a member of the River 
of Life Foursquare Church and Central Kansas Association for the 
Visually Impaired. He was a former member of the Peace Corps, having 
served in Ecuador.Survivors include two sisters, Connie McKnight of Missouri, and Karen
 Cruz of Great Bend; two brothers, Jim Stoskopf of Colorado, and Jack 
Stoskopf of Rhode Island; a half-brother, Lane Heape of Olathe; and 
numerous nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his parents.Visitation will take place on Friday, April 22, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. 
to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home with family receiving guests from 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. 
Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Hoisington Cemetery with Pastor David LeRoy
 presiding. Memorials have been designated to the River of Life 
Foursquare Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Johnny Ray Stoskopf

Jennifer Flock passed away tragically at the early age of 41. She was the most beautiful soul among people. She always knew how to make people smile. 

She had many jobs throughout her life, ranging from a certified nurse aide to a filer at Adams, Brown, Beran &amp; Ball. Her main care in her life was her children, whom she loved and cared for dearly. Jennifer had a heart of gold. The many jobs she worked were always helping people in some way. 

She loved children, and always saw the good, even in the bad. She loved fishing and watching mukbangs. The last few years were rough on her, but her family always loved her. 

She is survived by her children, Ethan Ryan Flock, Trista Lynn Flock, and Adin Lyle Flock; her ex-husband Clifton Lee Flock; her parents Dewey D. Ball Jr, and Linda Dyanne Ball; her sisters Christina Ball and Kimberly Rasmussen; as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jennifer Flock passed away tragically at the early age of 41. She was the most beautiful soul among people. She always knew how to make people smile. She had many jobs throughout her life, ranging from a certified nurse aide to a filer at Adams, Brown, Beran &amp; Ball. Her main care in her life was her children, whom she loved and cared for dearly. Jennifer had a heart of gold. The many jobs she worked were always helping people in some way. She loved children, and always saw the good, even in the bad. She loved fishing and watching mukbangs. The last few years were rough on her, but her family always loved her. She is survived by her children, Ethan Ryan Flock, Trista Lynn Flock, and Adin Lyle Flock; her ex-husband Clifton Lee Flock; her parents Dewey D. Ball Jr, and Linda Dyanne Ball; her sisters Christina Ball and Kimberly Rasmussen; as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Jennifer Flock

Harold Berend, age 91, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022, at St. 
Francis Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. Harold was born on July 2, 
1930, in Archer City, Texas to Anton and Eleanor Wachsman Berend. Harold
 was a farmer, rancher, and postmaster throughout his life. He had been a
 resident of Marienthal since 1954 having moved from Windthorst, Texas. 
He was a member of St. Mary Church of Marienthal where he was also a 
member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a 4-H leader for 13 years. He 
was the girls'&nbsp;softball coach for the Knights of Columbus summer league 
and a Wichita County Amusement Association Volunteer.

Harold married Edith Luebbers on August 1, 1955, in Marienthal, Kansas. She passed away on April 21, 2014.

Survivors include his children: Janet &amp; Arturo Pacheco of 
Garland, Texas, Deanna &amp; Charlie Fraley of Dighton, Kansas, Linda 
&amp; Joe Becker of Hays, Kansas, Mike Berend of Leoti, Kansas, Rita 
&amp; Simon Bartel of Garden City, Kansas, Carol &amp; Daren Ruth of 
Johnson, Kansas, Gina &amp; Jimmy Perkins of Melissa, Texas; his 
siblings, James Berend of Windthorst, Texas, Margaret Schroeder of 
Windthorst, Texas, Anton Berend of Oklahoma, Martin Berend of Oklahoma 
City, Oklahoma, Eleanor Pechacek of Las Vegas, Nevada, George Wray of 
San Antonio, Texas; eighteen grandchildren, and fourteen 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, three brothers, Manuel
 Berend, Emery Berend, Jerome Berend, two sisters Mildred Pennartz, Alma
 Pennartz, and one infant son, Gordon Berend.

The funeral mass will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022, at St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas at 10:30 a.m.

Vigil service will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas at 7:00 p.m.

Visitation will be at Price and Sons funeral home in Leoti, Kansas at
 Fourth and J, on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 
p.m., and on Thursday, April 21, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Memorials may be given to the Wichita County Amusement Association or the Leoti EMS in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Harold Berend, age 91, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022, at St. 
Francis Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. Harold was born on July 2, 
1930, in Archer City, Texas to Anton and Eleanor Wachsman Berend. Harold
 was a farmer, rancher, and postmaster throughout his life. He had been a
 resident of Marienthal since 1954 having moved from Windthorst, Texas. 
He was a member of St. Mary Church of Marienthal where he was also a 
member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a 4-H leader for 13 years. He 
was the girls'&nbsp;softball coach for the Knights of Columbus summer league 
and a Wichita County Amusement Association Volunteer.Harold married Edith Luebbers on August 1, 1955, in Marienthal, Kansas. She passed away on April 21, 2014.Survivors include his children: Janet &amp; Arturo Pacheco of 
Garland, Texas, Deanna &amp; Charlie Fraley of Dighton, Kansas, Linda 
&amp; Joe Becker of Hays, Kansas, Mike Berend of Leoti, Kansas, Rita 
&amp; Simon Bartel of Garden City, Kansas, Carol &amp; Daren Ruth of 
Johnson, Kansas, Gina &amp; Jimmy Perkins of Melissa, Texas; his 
siblings, James Berend of Windthorst, Texas, Margaret Schroeder of 
Windthorst, Texas, Anton Berend of Oklahoma, Martin Berend of Oklahoma 
City, Oklahoma, Eleanor Pechacek of Las Vegas, Nevada, George Wray of 
San Antonio, Texas; eighteen grandchildren, and fourteen 
great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, three brothers, Manuel
 Berend, Emery Berend, Jerome Berend, two sisters Mildred Pennartz, Alma
 Pennartz, and one infant son, Gordon Berend.The funeral mass will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022, at St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas at 10:30 a.m.Vigil service will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at St. Mary Church in Marienthal, Kansas at 7:00 p.m.Visitation will be at Price and Sons funeral home in Leoti, Kansas at
 Fourth and J, on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 
p.m., and on Thursday, April 21, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.Memorials may be given to the Wichita County Amusement Association or the Leoti EMS in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home.

Harold Berend

Fleta Lucille Hanlon was born June 3, 1930, in Norton County, KS to William 
A. and Mabell Minerva (Barrett) Engelhardt. She passed away April 16, 
2022, at the Norton Andbe Home at the age of 91.
 Fleta grew up in Norton, Kansas and graduated from Norton Community 
High School in 1948. For years, she worked as a Telephone Operator for 
Bell Telephone in Norton until they closed and then later in Abilene, 
Topeka, and various locations. While in Topeka, she was an active member
 for the Silver Haired Legislature. She married Lewis V. Howell, he 
passed away in 1977. Fleta then married Wayne Hanlon and gained six 
stepchildren from their marriage. In her spare time, she enjoyed 
painting, gardening, and taking care of plants since she had a green 
thumb. Most of all Fleta loved spending time with her nieces, nephews, 
and grandchildren. She was a member of the Norton Christian Church, 
American Legion Auxiliary, and the Norton Genealogical Society. 
 Fleta was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Lewis in 
1977; second husband, Wayne in 2001; brother Howard Engelhardt, and 
sister, Helen Bryant. She is survived by her sister, Virginia McMillin 
of Delia, KS; brother, Lyle (Nancy) Engelhardt of Almena, stepchildren: 
John, Curtis, Rosalie, Theresa, Linda, and Lucinda; and many nieces, 
nephews, great and great-great nieces, and nephews. 
 Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, April 23, 2022, at 
the funeral home Burial will follow at the Norton Cemetery. Visitation 
will be from 4-7:00 pm Friday, April 22, at the funeral home.

Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Norton Christian Church for camp 
scholarships and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 
W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Fleta Lucille Hanlon was born June 3, 1930, in Norton County, KS to William 
A. and Mabell Minerva (Barrett) Engelhardt. She passed away April 16, 
2022, at the Norton Andbe Home at the age of 91.
 Fleta grew up in Norton, Kansas and graduated from Norton Community 
High School in 1948. For years, she worked as a Telephone Operator for 
Bell Telephone in Norton until they closed and then later in Abilene, 
Topeka, and various locations. While in Topeka, she was an active member
 for the Silver Haired Legislature. She married Lewis V. Howell, he 
passed away in 1977. Fleta then married Wayne Hanlon and gained six 
stepchildren from their marriage. In her spare time, she enjoyed 
painting, gardening, and taking care of plants since she had a green 
thumb. Most of all Fleta loved spending time with her nieces, nephews, 
and grandchildren. She was a member of the Norton Christian Church, 
American Legion Auxiliary, and the Norton Genealogical Society. 
 Fleta was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Lewis in 
1977; second husband, Wayne in 2001; brother Howard Engelhardt, and 
sister, Helen Bryant. She is survived by her sister, Virginia McMillin 
of Delia, KS; brother, Lyle (Nancy) Engelhardt of Almena, stepchildren: 
John, Curtis, Rosalie, Theresa, Linda, and Lucinda; and many nieces, 
nephews, great and great-great nieces, and nephews. 
 Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, April 23, 2022, at 
the funeral home Burial will follow at the Norton Cemetery. Visitation 
will be from 4-7:00 pm Friday, April 22, at the funeral home. Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Norton Christian Church for camp 
scholarships and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 
W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Fleta Lucille Hanlon

Mary S. Rintoul, 67, of Hutchinson, died April 14, 2022, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita. She was born March 15, 1955, in Garden City to
 David and Mildred (Heinemann) Rintoul.

Mary graduated from Garden City High School in 1973, and from 
journalism school at Kansas University in 1977. Following her graduation
 from KU, she was the sports reporter for the Ellsworth Reporter and 
began working for the Hutchinson News in 1985, retiring as Managing 
Editor after 30 years. Mary loved to play bridge and Scrabble. She also 
interviewed the residents and compiled a newsletter for her senior 
community at Legend of Hutchinson.

Mary was known for her quick wit and her insightful, sometimes 
acerbic, writings about human beings and the institutions that they have
 created. She was serious, thorough, and lived up to the highest 
standards of journalism in her work at both the Ellsworth Reporter and 
the Hutchinson News.

Mary is survived by: son, Max Rintoul, Dallas, TX; sisters, Helen 
Wells (Al), Hutchinson, Anne Rintoul, Hutchinson, Janet Young (John), 
Grand Junction, CO; brothers, David Rintoul (Elizabeth Dodd), Manhattan,
 John Rintoul (Betty), Carrboro, North Carolina; and many beloved nieces
 and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held later 
this summer. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday through
 Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Mary S. Rintoul, 67, of Hutchinson, died April 14, 2022, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita. She was born March 15, 1955, in Garden City to
 David and Mildred (Heinemann) Rintoul.Mary graduated from Garden City High School in 1973, and from 
journalism school at Kansas University in 1977. Following her graduation
 from KU, she was the sports reporter for the Ellsworth Reporter and 
began working for the Hutchinson News in 1985, retiring as Managing 
Editor after 30 years. Mary loved to play bridge and Scrabble. She also 
interviewed the residents and compiled a newsletter for her senior 
community at Legend of Hutchinson.Mary was known for her quick wit and her insightful, sometimes 
acerbic, writings about human beings and the institutions that they have
 created. She was serious, thorough, and lived up to the highest 
standards of journalism in her work at both the Ellsworth Reporter and 
the Hutchinson News.Mary is survived by: son, Max Rintoul, Dallas, TX; sisters, Helen 
Wells (Al), Hutchinson, Anne Rintoul, Hutchinson, Janet Young (John), 
Grand Junction, CO; brothers, David Rintoul (Elizabeth Dodd), Manhattan,
 John Rintoul (Betty), Carrboro, North Carolina; and many beloved nieces
 and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents.Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held later 
this summer. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday through
 Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Mary S. Rintoul

Evelyn F. (Butza) Engel, 94, of Oakley, died Sunday, April 17, 2022, at the Halstead Health and Rehabilitation Facility. 
She was born September 28, 1927, to Mary (Mueth) and Paul Butza in St. 
Louis, MO. Evelyn attended school in St. Louis, MO. She attended Hadley 
Technical High School, in St. Louis, where she specialized in office 
management. Upon receiving her education, Evelyn worked for Prudential 
Insurance and worked there till her marriage to Joseph. 
While her future husband, Joseph Engel, was studying in St. Louis, their
 courtship began. They later married Oct. 25, 1952, in St. Louis, Mo. To
 this union were born three children, Peter, James and Amy. 
Upon moving to Oakley, KS, Evelyn worked for St. Joseph’s Catholic 
Church, Fick Fossil Museum, Stetz’s 5&amp;10, DSNWK, Conoco gas station 
and Always in Bloom. Evelyn served on the St. Joseph’s Catholic School 
Board, Western Plains Arts Association and the Oakley Senior Center. 
Evelyn also volunteered many years with the Annie Oakley 4-H club as a 
community leader teaching crochet, sewing and knitting. 
She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Daughters of 
Isabella, Altar Society, American Legion Auxiliary, Oakley Country Club,
 Oakley Senior Center, Oakley Garden Club and past member of the Kansas 
Chiropractor Association for Spouses. Evelyn knew no strangers and 
enjoyed many hours playing pitch and pinochle with family and friends. 
In Halstead she quickly assumed the role of Bingo caller and the 
residents told many stories of how excellent she did. 
Survivors include their three children, Peter (Sue) Engel, of St. Louis,
 MO, James (Bella) Engel, of Houston, TX, and Amy (Dustin) Hudson, of 
Halstead, KS; 12 grandchildren, Andrew (Erin) Kaiser, Blake (Amber) 
Hudson, Brandon Kafarela, Allison Engel, Ashley Engel, Alexandra 
(Jeremy) Walters, Gabrielle Engel, Chase Hudson, Trey Hudson, Carter 
Tuttle, Nat Engel and Cooper Tuttle and four great grandchildren, Oliver
 Kaiser, Amelia Walters, Charlotte Kaiser and Autumn Walters. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: husband Joseph; one sister, Alvina; and one brother, Wilfred. 
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022, at St. Joseph’s
 Catholic Church at 2:00 pm with Fr. Luke Thielen officiating. 
Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., Friday, April 22, 2022, 
at Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Burial to take place following the 
services at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Oakley.

Memorials may be 
made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Masses, or St. Joseph’s Catholic 
School, and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 
67748. 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>Evelyn F. (Butza) Engel, 94, of Oakley, died Sunday, April 17, 2022, at the Halstead Health and Rehabilitation Facility. 
She was born September 28, 1927, to Mary (Mueth) and Paul Butza in St. 
Louis, MO. Evelyn attended school in St. Louis, MO. She attended Hadley 
Technical High School, in St. Louis, where she specialized in office 
management. Upon receiving her education, Evelyn worked for Prudential 
Insurance and worked there till her marriage to Joseph. 
While her future husband, Joseph Engel, was studying in St. Louis, their
 courtship began. They later married Oct. 25, 1952, in St. Louis, Mo. To
 this union were born three children, Peter, James and Amy. 
Upon moving to Oakley, KS, Evelyn worked for St. Joseph’s Catholic 
Church, Fick Fossil Museum, Stetz’s 5&amp;10, DSNWK, Conoco gas station 
and Always in Bloom. Evelyn served on the St. Joseph’s Catholic School 
Board, Western Plains Arts Association and the Oakley Senior Center. 
Evelyn also volunteered many years with the Annie Oakley 4-H club as a 
community leader teaching crochet, sewing and knitting. 
She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Daughters of 
Isabella, Altar Society, American Legion Auxiliary, Oakley Country Club,
 Oakley Senior Center, Oakley Garden Club and past member of the Kansas 
Chiropractor Association for Spouses. Evelyn knew no strangers and 
enjoyed many hours playing pitch and pinochle with family and friends. 
In Halstead she quickly assumed the role of Bingo caller and the 
residents told many stories of how excellent she did. 
Survivors include their three children, Peter (Sue) Engel, of St. Louis,
 MO, James (Bella) Engel, of Houston, TX, and Amy (Dustin) Hudson, of 
Halstead, KS; 12 grandchildren, Andrew (Erin) Kaiser, Blake (Amber) 
Hudson, Brandon Kafarela, Allison Engel, Ashley Engel, Alexandra 
(Jeremy) Walters, Gabrielle Engel, Chase Hudson, Trey Hudson, Carter 
Tuttle, Nat Engel and Cooper Tuttle and four great grandchildren, Oliver
 Kaiser, Amelia Walters, Charlotte Kaiser and Autumn Walters. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: husband Joseph; one sister, Alvina; and one brother, Wilfred. 
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022, at St. Joseph’s
 Catholic Church at 2:00 pm with Fr. Luke Thielen officiating. 
Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., Friday, April 22, 2022, 
at Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Burial to take place following the 
services at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Oakley. Memorials may be 
made to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Masses, or St. Joseph’s Catholic 
School, and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 
67748. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Evelyn F. (Butza) Engel

Denis Layne Burk entered into eternal rest on April 14, 2022, at Stephens
 County Hospital, Toccoa, GA. Denis was born with Down Syndrome in 
McCook, Nebraska to Elmer C. and Agnes Orten Burk, April 1, 1962. He 
grew up on a farm outside McDonald, Kansas and was the youngest with two
 brothers and two sisters. His family was instrumental in helping him 
to become an independent and productive citizen with special needs. 
Denis attended Beamgard Learning Center, which his parents helped 
establish, and graduated in 1983. He then received supportive services 
from DSNWK-Prairie Developmental Center in Atwood, Kansas and was able 
to live independently and work at several jobs including the recycling 
center. Denis was known for his love of people and always being happy. 
After the death of his mother, Denis moved to Lavonia, GA to reside with
 his sister, Nancy Williamson, in 2011. He later resided with a 
wonderful host family, Daniel and Annetta Mayfield in Toccoa, GA and 
attended Avita Community Services. His host father was a coach at 
Stephens County High School and a perfect fit for Denis’ love for 
sports. Denis was the water boy for the high school basketball team and
 became known for his cheering the team and giving speeches after the 
games for both wins and losses. 
Denis was an active member of St. John Nepomucene and Sacred Heart 
Catholic Churches while living in Kansas and St. Mary Catholic Church in
 Toccoa, GA. He loved serving as an Altar Boy and being a member of the 
Knights of Columbus. Denis is survived by his two brothers Elmer (Rita 
Sramek) Burk of Tucson, AZ ; and Robert (Jean Mazza) Burk of San Rafael,
 CA; two sisters: Nancy Williamson of Lavonia, GA, and Cheryln (Douglas)
 Smith of Othello, WA. and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, 
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atwood, KS. with inurnment to follow at
 St. John’s Cemetery, Beardsley, KS.

Memorials may be made to Prairie 
Developmental Center, 208 South 4th, Atwood, KS 67730 or Knights of 
Columbus, P.O. Box 301, Atwood, KS 67730. For information or condolences
 visit www.baalmannmortuar.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Denis Layne Burk entered into eternal rest on April 14, 2022, at Stephens
 County Hospital, Toccoa, GA. Denis was born with Down Syndrome in 
McCook, Nebraska to Elmer C. and Agnes Orten Burk, April 1, 1962. He 
grew up on a farm outside McDonald, Kansas and was the youngest with two
 brothers and two sisters. His family was instrumental in helping him 
to become an independent and productive citizen with special needs. 
Denis attended Beamgard Learning Center, which his parents helped 
establish, and graduated in 1983. He then received supportive services 
from DSNWK-Prairie Developmental Center in Atwood, Kansas and was able 
to live independently and work at several jobs including the recycling 
center. Denis was known for his love of people and always being happy. 
After the death of his mother, Denis moved to Lavonia, GA to reside with
 his sister, Nancy Williamson, in 2011. He later resided with a 
wonderful host family, Daniel and Annetta Mayfield in Toccoa, GA and 
attended Avita Community Services. His host father was a coach at 
Stephens County High School and a perfect fit for Denis’ love for 
sports. Denis was the water boy for the high school basketball team and
 became known for his cheering the team and giving speeches after the 
games for both wins and losses. 
Denis was an active member of St. John Nepomucene and Sacred Heart 
Catholic Churches while living in Kansas and St. Mary Catholic Church in
 Toccoa, GA. He loved serving as an Altar Boy and being a member of the 
Knights of Columbus. Denis is survived by his two brothers Elmer (Rita 
Sramek) Burk of Tucson, AZ ; and Robert (Jean Mazza) Burk of San Rafael,
 CA; two sisters: Nancy Williamson of Lavonia, GA, and Cheryln (Douglas)
 Smith of Othello, WA. and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, 
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atwood, KS. with inurnment to follow at
 St. John’s Cemetery, Beardsley, KS. Memorials may be made to Prairie 
Developmental Center, 208 South 4th, Atwood, KS 67730 or Knights of 
Columbus, P.O. Box 301, Atwood, KS 67730. For information or condolences
 visit www.baalmannmortuar.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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