Kathryn Kay Wulf, 70, of WaKeeney, Kansas passed away on March 20, 
2022. Kathy was born on May 24, 1951, to J. Henry and Elizabeth Wulf 
in WaKeeney, Kansas.

After Kathy graduated from Trego Community High School in 1969, she 
attended Kansas State University majoring in Education.&nbsp; She later 
received her master’s degree in library science from Emporia State 
University.&nbsp; Kathy taught at several schools with 30 years at Ell-Saline
 High School in Brookville, KS.&nbsp; She retired from teaching in 2008.&nbsp; 
Kathy returned to WaKeeney and started working at the Western Kansas 
World in 2009 and was still working at the time of her death.

Survivors include her sister, Shirley Mai, of WaKeeney, KS, nephews 
Wesley (Tami) Daubert of Peyton, CO, Kenny (Renee) Neff, WaKeeney, KS, 
niece Shelley (Ted) Berning, Colwich, KS, eight great-nieces and 
nephews, 8 great-great nieces and nephews along with many cousins and 
friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is predeceased in death, by her father and mother, 
brothers, Larry Daubert and Wesley Dean Daubert, and niece Deborah 
Spratlen.

Graveside services will be held on April 2, 2022, at 11:00 at the WaKeeney City Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorial contributions can be made to the WaKeeney City Library.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648228752319.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Kathryn Kay Wulf, 70, of WaKeeney, Kansas passed away on March 20, 
2022. Kathy was born on May 24, 1951, to J. Henry and Elizabeth Wulf 
in WaKeeney, Kansas.After Kathy graduated from Trego Community High School in 1969, she 
attended Kansas State University majoring in Education.&nbsp; She later 
received her master’s degree in library science from Emporia State 
University.&nbsp; Kathy taught at several schools with 30 years at Ell-Saline
 High School in Brookville, KS.&nbsp; She retired from teaching in 2008.&nbsp; 
Kathy returned to WaKeeney and started working at the Western Kansas 
World in 2009 and was still working at the time of her death.Survivors include her sister, Shirley Mai, of WaKeeney, KS, nephews 
Wesley (Tami) Daubert of Peyton, CO, Kenny (Renee) Neff, WaKeeney, KS, 
niece Shelley (Ted) Berning, Colwich, KS, eight great-nieces and 
nephews, 8 great-great nieces and nephews along with many cousins and 
friends.&nbsp;&nbsp; She is predeceased in death, by her father and mother, 
brothers, Larry Daubert and Wesley Dean Daubert, and niece Deborah 
Spratlen.Graveside services will be held on April 2, 2022, at 11:00 at the WaKeeney City Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions can be made to the WaKeeney City Library.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Kathryn Kay Wulf

Stanley Willis Jantz, 80, died March 22, 2022, at his home in 
Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born September 1941, in Newton, Kansas, the son of 
Charles and Lila (Hays) Jantz. Stanley graduated from Newton High School
 in 1959. He married Lana Sue Brooks on May 26, 1963 in Scott City, 
Kansas. They later divorced.

A long-time resident of Hoisington, Stan worked as a Hoisington 
Police Department officer, an EMT, and an employee of the sanitation 
department. Stan was passionate about his hobbies of cooking and 
photography. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Stan was a member of the Great Bend Church of the Nazarene, the Lions
 Club, the American Legion Argonne Post #180, the Christian 
Motorcyclists Association, and the Prairie Minutemen Chapter of the Sons
 of the American Revolution where he served as vice-president and helped
 establish the Daughters of the American Revolution in Ellsworth.

Survivors include four children; Carrie (Bruce) Bitter of Hoisington,
 Sheldon (Pam) Jantz of Colorado Springs, CO, Ashton (Jill) Jantz of 
Newton, and Nikki Noah (Shawn Finger) of Hoisington; six grandchildren, 
Danielle (Jeff) Black, Bradon Bitter (fiance,Taylor Nett), Kayleigh 
Bitter, Kyla Jantz, Erik Jantz, Desmond Noah, and Brinttain Noah 
(fiance, Kahlie Miller); one great-grandson; two sisters, Cynthia 
Hoskins and Jerri Mitchell, both of Wellington, Kansas; two brothers, 
Pete Jantz of Wellington, Kansas, and Dan Jantz of Craig, CO; nine 
nieces and nine nephews; and many great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Charlotte Shaffer.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. The 
memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 2, 2022, at
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel with Pastors Josh Foster and Don 
Fisher presiding. The family will greet guests prior to the service at 
10:00 a.m. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.

Memorials have been designated to the American Legion Argonne Post #180 of Great Bend in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648217834162.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Stanley Willis Jantz, 80, died March 22, 2022, at his home in 
Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born September 1941, in Newton, Kansas, the son of 
Charles and Lila (Hays) Jantz. Stanley graduated from Newton High School
 in 1959. He married Lana Sue Brooks on May 26, 1963 in Scott City, 
Kansas. They later divorced.A long-time resident of Hoisington, Stan worked as a Hoisington 
Police Department officer, an EMT, and an employee of the sanitation 
department. Stan was passionate about his hobbies of cooking and 
photography. &nbsp;&nbsp;Stan was a member of the Great Bend Church of the Nazarene, the Lions
 Club, the American Legion Argonne Post #180, the Christian 
Motorcyclists Association, and the Prairie Minutemen Chapter of the Sons
 of the American Revolution where he served as vice-president and helped
 establish the Daughters of the American Revolution in Ellsworth.Survivors include four children; Carrie (Bruce) Bitter of Hoisington,
 Sheldon (Pam) Jantz of Colorado Springs, CO, Ashton (Jill) Jantz of 
Newton, and Nikki Noah (Shawn Finger) of Hoisington; six grandchildren, 
Danielle (Jeff) Black, Bradon Bitter (fiance,Taylor Nett), Kayleigh 
Bitter, Kyla Jantz, Erik Jantz, Desmond Noah, and Brinttain Noah 
(fiance, Kahlie Miller); one great-grandson; two sisters, Cynthia 
Hoskins and Jerri Mitchell, both of Wellington, Kansas; two brothers, 
Pete Jantz of Wellington, Kansas, and Dan Jantz of Craig, CO; nine 
nieces and nine nephews; and many great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Charlotte Shaffer.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. The 
memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 2, 2022, at
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel with Pastors Josh Foster and Don 
Fisher presiding. The family will greet guests prior to the service at 
10:00 a.m. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.Memorials have been designated to the American Legion Argonne Post #180 of Great Bend in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

Stanley Willis Jantz

Darryl E. Smika passed away March 17, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital.

Darryl was born July 1, 1933, near Hill
 City; the son of Fred and Verna (Tuttle) Smika. Darryl lived in Hays 
for the last 20 years prior to that he made his home in Colorado, 
Nebraska, and North Dakota.

Darryl graduated from Scott City High 
School and attended Kansas State University graduating in 1956 with a 
B.S. degree in general agriculture and his M.S. degree in soil 
fertility. In 1969 he received a Ph. D with a major in soil chemistry 
and a minor in plant physiology from Kansas State University.

Darryl was a Research Leader for the 
U.S. Department of Agriculture, and served at several Agricultural 
Service Stations in North Dakota, Nebraska, and Colorado. He retired on 
July 1, 1988, after 32 ½ years of service.

Dr. Smika’s research was conducted on 
soil water-soil nutrient relations for native and introduced grass 
production. He also conducted research on dryland soil and water 
conservation and conservation cropping systems and pioneered research on
 reduced and no-tillage fallow practices for the Central Great Plains.

Dr. Smika published over 200 articles 
reporting on his research results. The articles were published in 
professional journals, experiment station bulletins, government 
bulletins, progress reports, abstracts, newsletters, and book chapters. 
He made presentations at various national and international meetings and
 at regional workshops and local and area action agency sponsored 
meetings through-out the Great Plans.

Darryl married Darlene Faye Wilson on 
August 16, 1956, at Pleasant Hill Methodist Church, Ash Valley Kansas. 
They were married for 26 years and raised four children before 
divorcing. On December 19, 1987, Darryl married Jennifer Leaf in Fort 
Collins, Colorado. Jennifer preceded him death in January 2003.

Upon his retirement he became 
self-employed establishing Great Plans Conservation Tillage consultant 
services. He worked alongside his Father before he passed on the family 
farm in Graham County Kansas and spoke at conventions overseas on his 
research.&nbsp; He enjoyed restoring John Deer equipment, and other farm 
implements. He enjoyed traveling and visiting with family and former 
employees and co-workers. He was a member of the United Methodist Church
 of Hays and involved in the Stephen’s Ministry.

Darryl was preceded in death by his 
parents, a sister, Marjorie Fick, and grandson Tony. He is survived by 
his daughter Rejeana and her husband Wendell Greene; daughter Lavona 
Wolfersperger; daughter Tava and her husband Rob Owens, stepson Justin 
Leaf; granddaughter Mandy (Mandeline) and her husband Shawn Pedigo; 
grandsons Nikolas Wolfersperger and his wife Crystal and Michael 
Wolfersperger. Also, two nephews, their families and several cousins and
 friends.&nbsp; Along with 2 nephews and their families and cousins.

Memorial Services will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine in Hays, Kansas.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1647977951622.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Darryl E. Smika passed away March 17, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital.Darryl was born July 1, 1933, near Hill
 City; the son of Fred and Verna (Tuttle) Smika. Darryl lived in Hays 
for the last 20 years prior to that he made his home in Colorado, 
Nebraska, and North Dakota.Darryl graduated from Scott City High 
School and attended Kansas State University graduating in 1956 with a 
B.S. degree in general agriculture and his M.S. degree in soil 
fertility. In 1969 he received a Ph. D with a major in soil chemistry 
and a minor in plant physiology from Kansas State University.Darryl was a Research Leader for the 
U.S. Department of Agriculture, and served at several Agricultural 
Service Stations in North Dakota, Nebraska, and Colorado. He retired on 
July 1, 1988, after 32 ½ years of service.Dr. Smika’s research was conducted on 
soil water-soil nutrient relations for native and introduced grass 
production. He also conducted research on dryland soil and water 
conservation and conservation cropping systems and pioneered research on
 reduced and no-tillage fallow practices for the Central Great Plains.Dr. Smika published over 200 articles 
reporting on his research results. The articles were published in 
professional journals, experiment station bulletins, government 
bulletins, progress reports, abstracts, newsletters, and book chapters. 
He made presentations at various national and international meetings and
 at regional workshops and local and area action agency sponsored 
meetings through-out the Great Plans.Darryl married Darlene Faye Wilson on 
August 16, 1956, at Pleasant Hill Methodist Church, Ash Valley Kansas. 
They were married for 26 years and raised four children before 
divorcing. On December 19, 1987, Darryl married Jennifer Leaf in Fort 
Collins, Colorado. Jennifer preceded him death in January 2003.Upon his retirement he became 
self-employed establishing Great Plans Conservation Tillage consultant 
services. He worked alongside his Father before he passed on the family 
farm in Graham County Kansas and spoke at conventions overseas on his 
research.&nbsp; He enjoyed restoring John Deer equipment, and other farm 
implements. He enjoyed traveling and visiting with family and former 
employees and co-workers. He was a member of the United Methodist Church
 of Hays and involved in the Stephen’s Ministry.Darryl was preceded in death by his 
parents, a sister, Marjorie Fick, and grandson Tony. He is survived by 
his daughter Rejeana and her husband Wendell Greene; daughter Lavona 
Wolfersperger; daughter Tava and her husband Rob Owens, stepson Justin 
Leaf; granddaughter Mandy (Mandeline) and her husband Shawn Pedigo; 
grandsons Nikolas Wolfersperger and his wife Crystal and Michael 
Wolfersperger. Also, two nephews, their families and several cousins and
 friends.&nbsp; Along with 2 nephews and their families and cousins.Memorial Services will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine in Hays, Kansas.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Darryl E. Smika

Bobby Lee&nbsp;“B.L.”&nbsp;Schulz, 97, of Russell, Kansas, passed away&nbsp;Friday,&nbsp;February&nbsp;4, 2022 at the Brookdale Senior Living in Hays, Kansas.

B.L. was born July 29, 1924, in Greensburg, Kansas. &nbsp;The&nbsp;son of Robert Emmet&nbsp;and Fanny Maude(Hunsley)&nbsp;Schulz. &nbsp;He grew up in Greensburg and graduated from Greensburg High School,&nbsp;where he lettered in all sports and music. &nbsp;He then attended&nbsp;the University of&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;to play&nbsp;basketball&nbsp;for one yearbefore joining the&nbsp;U.&nbsp;S. Army. &nbsp;During World War&nbsp;II, he was stationed in Europe with the Grave Registration unit. &nbsp;He&nbsp;graduated from&nbsp;Washington&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Jefferson&nbsp;College&nbsp;while still in the&nbsp;Army. &nbsp;After&nbsp;beingdischarged,&nbsp;he attended the University of Kansas City Dental School and graduated&nbsp;a&nbsp;Doctor of Dental Surgery.&nbsp;

B.L. was united in marriage to Lorraine&nbsp;“Larri”&nbsp;Lewis on April 8, 1951, at his parent’s home in Greensburg. &nbsp;This union was blessed with four children; Don, Diane, Dean,&nbsp;and Dana. &nbsp;They made their home in Russell, Kansas,&nbsp;where he&nbsp;practiced&nbsp;dentistry for over forty years. &nbsp;He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Russell,&nbsp;a life&nbsp;member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240, the Russell American Legion Post #99, 75-year member of the Russell Masonic Lodge&nbsp;#177,&nbsp;Isis Shrine, Russell Elks Lodge,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Russell Kiwanis&nbsp;Club. &nbsp;He&nbsp;also&nbsp;was&nbsp;active in the&nbsp;Arbor Day&nbsp;Foundation. &nbsp;He enjoyed playing golf, hunting, fishing, snow skiing, and singing in his leisure time.

B.L.’s&nbsp;surviving family includes&nbsp;his&nbsp;daughter, Diane Schulz of Washington, D.C.; two sons, R.Dean Schulz (Sue) of Hays, Kansas and Dana Schulz (Barbara) of Cody,&nbsp;Wyoming; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

B.L. was preceded in death by his parents,&nbsp;loving&nbsp;wife Lorraine on March 13,&nbsp;2014; son Don Schulz;&nbsp;three brothers, Vern Dean Schulz,&nbsp;Billy Gene Schulz,&nbsp;and an infant brother.

A celebration of B.L.’s life will be held at 2 P.M. on Friday, March 25, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service. &nbsp;Card and condolences&nbsp;may be sent to the mortuary. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Bobby Lee&nbsp;“B.L.”&nbsp;Schulz, 97, of Russell, Kansas, passed away&nbsp;Friday,&nbsp;February&nbsp;4, 2022 at the Brookdale Senior Living in Hays, Kansas.B.L. was born July 29, 1924, in Greensburg, Kansas. &nbsp;The&nbsp;son of Robert Emmet&nbsp;and Fanny Maude(Hunsley)&nbsp;Schulz. &nbsp;He grew up in Greensburg and graduated from Greensburg High School,&nbsp;where he lettered in all sports and music. &nbsp;He then attended&nbsp;the University of&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;to play&nbsp;basketball&nbsp;for one yearbefore joining the&nbsp;U.&nbsp;S. Army. &nbsp;During World War&nbsp;II, he was stationed in Europe with the Grave Registration unit. &nbsp;He&nbsp;graduated from&nbsp;Washington&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Jefferson&nbsp;College&nbsp;while still in the&nbsp;Army. &nbsp;After&nbsp;beingdischarged,&nbsp;he attended the University of Kansas City Dental School and graduated&nbsp;a&nbsp;Doctor of Dental Surgery.&nbsp;B.L. was united in marriage to Lorraine&nbsp;“Larri”&nbsp;Lewis on April 8, 1951, at his parent’s home in Greensburg. &nbsp;This union was blessed with four children; Don, Diane, Dean,&nbsp;and Dana. &nbsp;They made their home in Russell, Kansas,&nbsp;where he&nbsp;practiced&nbsp;dentistry for over forty years. &nbsp;He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Russell,&nbsp;a life&nbsp;member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240, the Russell American Legion Post #99, 75-year member of the Russell Masonic Lodge&nbsp;#177,&nbsp;Isis Shrine, Russell Elks Lodge,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Russell Kiwanis&nbsp;Club. &nbsp;He&nbsp;also&nbsp;was&nbsp;active in the&nbsp;Arbor Day&nbsp;Foundation. &nbsp;He enjoyed playing golf, hunting, fishing, snow skiing, and singing in his leisure time.B.L.’s&nbsp;surviving family includes&nbsp;his&nbsp;daughter, Diane Schulz of Washington, D.C.; two sons, R.Dean Schulz (Sue) of Hays, Kansas and Dana Schulz (Barbara) of Cody,&nbsp;Wyoming; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.B.L. was preceded in death by his parents,&nbsp;loving&nbsp;wife Lorraine on March 13,&nbsp;2014; son Don Schulz;&nbsp;three brothers, Vern Dean Schulz,&nbsp;Billy Gene Schulz,&nbsp;and an infant brother.A celebration of B.L.’s life will be held at 2 P.M. on Friday, March 25, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;Family will greet guests the day of the service. &nbsp;Card and condolences&nbsp;may be sent to the mortuary. &nbsp;Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Bobby Lee 'B.L.' Schulz

Sandra Smith, age 79, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the
 Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on March 
23, 1943, in Garden City, Kansas, the daughter of Harold &amp; Evelyn 
Morgan Barker.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1974 moving from 
Garden City, Kansas, she was a homemaker and house cleaner.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas.

On July 20, 1962, she married James Richard “Dick” Smith in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.

Survivors include her Husband - Dick Smith of Scott City, Kansas, One
 Daughter - Tish &amp; Bryan Burnett of Scott City, Kansas, One Son - 
Tony &amp; Dominique Gray of Mauriceville, Texas, Three Sisters - Ginger
 Toben of Marquette, Kansas, Dorothy Huff of Branson, Missouri, Brenda 
Barker of Greeley, Colorado, Five Grandchildren - Devyn Jones of Buhler,
 Kansas, Brynna Burnett of Scott City, Kansas, Isabella Gray of 
Mauriceville, Texas, Caleb Gray of Mauriceville, Texas, Milena Gray of 
Mauriceville, Texas, and Two Great Grandchildren - Carter Jones of 
Buhler, Kansas, and Mason Jones of Buhler, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, One Daughter - Vicky Gray, and several brothers and sisters.

Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2022, 
at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle Evans 
presiding.

Memorials can be made to the SCHS Beaver Broadcast Network in care of
 Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648214134540.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Sandra Smith, age 79, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the
 Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on March 
23, 1943, in Garden City, Kansas, the daughter of Harold &amp; Evelyn 
Morgan Barker.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1974 moving from 
Garden City, Kansas, she was a homemaker and house cleaner.She was a member of First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas.On July 20, 1962, she married James Richard “Dick” Smith in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.Survivors include her Husband - Dick Smith of Scott City, Kansas, One
 Daughter - Tish &amp; Bryan Burnett of Scott City, Kansas, One Son - 
Tony &amp; Dominique Gray of Mauriceville, Texas, Three Sisters - Ginger
 Toben of Marquette, Kansas, Dorothy Huff of Branson, Missouri, Brenda 
Barker of Greeley, Colorado, Five Grandchildren - Devyn Jones of Buhler,
 Kansas, Brynna Burnett of Scott City, Kansas, Isabella Gray of 
Mauriceville, Texas, Caleb Gray of Mauriceville, Texas, Milena Gray of 
Mauriceville, Texas, and Two Great Grandchildren - Carter Jones of 
Buhler, Kansas, and Mason Jones of Buhler, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her Parents, One Daughter - Vicky Gray, and several brothers and sisters.Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2022, 
at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle Evans 
presiding.Inurnment will be held at a later date.Memorials can be made to the SCHS Beaver Broadcast Network in care of
 Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.There will be no calling times.

Sandra Smith

Louis R. Beil, 81, passed away March 22, 2022 at Trinity Manor Nursing Home, Dodge City, KS.

He was born October 7, 1940 in Redding, CA, the son of Louis A. and 
Imogene Evans Beil.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, he was a supervisor at 
Crustbuster for 42 years and was a lifelong farmer/rancher.

He was a member of Chester Hawkins American Legion Post #290, 
Jetmore, Masonic Lodge, Dodge City and he served in the United States 
Army. He loved all sports, but especially the Wildcats, Chiefs, Dodgers 
and the Lakers.

On August 16, 1966, he married Veldivia June Lauppe in Great Bend, KS.&nbsp; She survives.

Other survivors include: two sons, Brian (Robin) Beil, Jetmore, Dale 
(Shirley) Vincent, Emporia, KS,; daughter, Robin (Erik) Beil Herrera, 
Poulsbo, WA; two sisters, Mary (Carl) Conley and Joan (Horst) Hillman, 
both of Clearwater, KS; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren 
and his precious dog, Sadie.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Beil; sister, Vinita Beil and a grandson, Brenton Lynn Beil.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2022 at United 
Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Rev. Mark Durham presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, with family present 
from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be
 in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore with military graveside rites.

Memorials may be given to Chester Hawkins American Legion Post #290 
or Hospice of the Prairie in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 
Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648214076088.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Louis R. Beil, 81, passed away March 22, 2022 at Trinity Manor Nursing Home, Dodge City, KS.He was born October 7, 1940 in Redding, CA, the son of Louis A. and 
Imogene Evans Beil.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, he was a supervisor at 
Crustbuster for 42 years and was a lifelong farmer/rancher.He was a member of Chester Hawkins American Legion Post #290, 
Jetmore, Masonic Lodge, Dodge City and he served in the United States 
Army. He loved all sports, but especially the Wildcats, Chiefs, Dodgers 
and the Lakers.On August 16, 1966, he married Veldivia June Lauppe in Great Bend, KS.&nbsp; She survives.Other survivors include: two sons, Brian (Robin) Beil, Jetmore, Dale 
(Shirley) Vincent, Emporia, KS,; daughter, Robin (Erik) Beil Herrera, 
Poulsbo, WA; two sisters, Mary (Carl) Conley and Joan (Horst) Hillman, 
both of Clearwater, KS; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren 
and his precious dog, Sadie.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Beil; sister, Vinita Beil and a grandson, Brenton Lynn Beil.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2022 at United 
Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Rev. Mark Durham presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, with family present 
from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be
 in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore with military graveside rites.Memorials may be given to Chester Hawkins American Legion Post #290 
or Hospice of the Prairie in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 
Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;

Louis R. Beil

James Robert Nichols, son of Robert (Bob) and Peggy Nichols was born 
April 5, 1951, in Beloit, Kansas, and went to be with the Lord on March 
23, 2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center, at the age of 
70. 
 Jim graduated from Alton High School with the class of 1969. After 
high school Jim attended Colby Community College, and Fort Hays State 
University, then returned to Alton to farm. He farmed for many years, 
with his father-in-law Harold Carswell, and later in life with his son 
Brock. 
 On June 8, 1975, Jim married Carol Carswell in Alton, Kansas at the 
Alton United Methodist Church. In August 1978, Jim and Carol welcomed a 
son, Ryan James, to their family. In June 1981, their second son, Brock 
Harold, joined the family. Over the years, the family grew to include 
two daughters-in-law, and nine grandchildren. Jim loved his wife, his 
sons, and their families dearly and held his years with his grandkids 
close to his heart. While Jim was a strong and occasionally stern 
father, as a grandpa he softened into a playful and loveable, some may 
even say he was a ‘mainly mild-mannered man’. 
 Jim spent his life as a farmer and rancher, while Carol taught 
school, and together they built a life and a family he was very proud 
of. On the farm, Jim loved crop farming, while Harold and later his 
sons’ passion of raising Hereford cattle rubbed off on him. He was 
active in the agricultural community, volunteering his time to various 
organizations like the Farm Service Agency, Kansas Livestock 
Association, Kansas Hereford Association and American Hereford 
Association. Even in retirement, Jim continued his lifelong commitment 
to agriculture by mentoring younger farmers and helping with harvest 
each fall. 
 In addition to serving the agricultural community, Jim also served 
the community of Alton and his church community. Jim was a familiar 
staple in the Bull City Opry at the Alton Jubilee, where he always 
played the role of comic relief. He was a member and trustee of the 
Alton United Method Church. 
 Jim truly enjoyed life in so many ways. In his free time, he loved 
to travel and had been to 47 states. He had a kind heart and often could
 be found making new acquaintances and turning them into friends on his 
travels. He loved watching NASCAR races, fishing, and tailgating at 
K-State games. 
 The greatest pride of Jim’s life were his sons, and his grandkids. 
He spent as much time as possible following their lives, activities, 
sports, and livestock showing and even just playing with the littler 
kids. In his final days, he spoke of his pride in his sons and all they 
have accomplished, which he said he could never have done himself, but 
he truly enabled through his commitment as a father and grandfather. In 
the end, he shared the advice that we should all work less and enjoy our
 families more. 
 Jim’s family will miss his voice while fixing fence, nursing a 
newborn calf, putting up hay, and having a drink in the shop after the 
work is done. May we all remember Jim as ‘a mainly mild-mannered man’. 
 Jim was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Nancy; and brother, Randy.
 He is survived by his wife Carol (Carswell) Nichols, Alton; son, 
Ryan (Kesha) Nichols, St. Louis, Missouri; son, Brock (Carolyn) Nichols;
 nine grandchildren, Avery, Emma, Zoe, Coy, Colt, Knox and Flint 
Nichols, Willow Lake, South Dakota; Merritt and Hayes Nichols, St. Louis
 Missouri; sister, Becky (Jim) Byrd; and many special friends and 
family.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/James-Robert-Nichols?obId=24393628#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648157107339.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>James Robert Nichols, son of Robert (Bob) and Peggy Nichols was born 
April 5, 1951, in Beloit, Kansas, and went to be with the Lord on March 
23, 2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center, at the age of 
70. 
 Jim graduated from Alton High School with the class of 1969. After 
high school Jim attended Colby Community College, and Fort Hays State 
University, then returned to Alton to farm. He farmed for many years, 
with his father-in-law Harold Carswell, and later in life with his son 
Brock. 
 On June 8, 1975, Jim married Carol Carswell in Alton, Kansas at the 
Alton United Methodist Church. In August 1978, Jim and Carol welcomed a 
son, Ryan James, to their family. In June 1981, their second son, Brock 
Harold, joined the family. Over the years, the family grew to include 
two daughters-in-law, and nine grandchildren. Jim loved his wife, his 
sons, and their families dearly and held his years with his grandkids 
close to his heart. While Jim was a strong and occasionally stern 
father, as a grandpa he softened into a playful and loveable, some may 
even say he was a ‘mainly mild-mannered man’. 
 Jim spent his life as a farmer and rancher, while Carol taught 
school, and together they built a life and a family he was very proud 
of. On the farm, Jim loved crop farming, while Harold and later his 
sons’ passion of raising Hereford cattle rubbed off on him. He was 
active in the agricultural community, volunteering his time to various 
organizations like the Farm Service Agency, Kansas Livestock 
Association, Kansas Hereford Association and American Hereford 
Association. Even in retirement, Jim continued his lifelong commitment 
to agriculture by mentoring younger farmers and helping with harvest 
each fall. 
 In addition to serving the agricultural community, Jim also served 
the community of Alton and his church community. Jim was a familiar 
staple in the Bull City Opry at the Alton Jubilee, where he always 
played the role of comic relief. He was a member and trustee of the 
Alton United Method Church. 
 Jim truly enjoyed life in so many ways. In his free time, he loved 
to travel and had been to 47 states. He had a kind heart and often could
 be found making new acquaintances and turning them into friends on his 
travels. He loved watching NASCAR races, fishing, and tailgating at 
K-State games. 
 The greatest pride of Jim’s life were his sons, and his grandkids. 
He spent as much time as possible following their lives, activities, 
sports, and livestock showing and even just playing with the littler 
kids. In his final days, he spoke of his pride in his sons and all they 
have accomplished, which he said he could never have done himself, but 
he truly enabled through his commitment as a father and grandfather. In 
the end, he shared the advice that we should all work less and enjoy our
 families more. 
 Jim’s family will miss his voice while fixing fence, nursing a 
newborn calf, putting up hay, and having a drink in the shop after the 
work is done. May we all remember Jim as ‘a mainly mild-mannered man’. 
 Jim was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Nancy; and brother, Randy.
 He is survived by his wife Carol (Carswell) Nichols, Alton; son, 
Ryan (Kesha) Nichols, St. Louis, Missouri; son, Brock (Carolyn) Nichols;
 nine grandchildren, Avery, Emma, Zoe, Coy, Colt, Knox and Flint 
Nichols, Willow Lake, South Dakota; Merritt and Hayes Nichols, St. Louis
 Missouri; sister, Becky (Jim) Byrd; and many special friends and 
family.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/James-Robert-Nichols?obId=24393628#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

James Robert Nichols

Erma J. Gerritzen, 68, died March 23, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital 
ER, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born April 28, 1953, in LaCrosse, 
Kansas, the daughter of Leonard G. and Grace A. (Sell) Heine.&nbsp; Erma 
graduated from Hoisington High School in 1971.&nbsp; She later received her 
Associate Degree of Applied Science in Administration Technology and a 
certificate in Business Administration Technology from Barton County 
Community College.

On May 12, 1973, she married Robert L. Gerritzen in Hoisington, Kansas, together they had two sons, William and Matthew.

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Erma was primarily a homemaker, she 
raised her two sons and kept the family running making sure everything 
was taken care of.&nbsp; Erma was a good cook and had worked as a cook for a 
local nursing home earlier in life.&nbsp; She loved animals and was a dog mom
 to three dogs, the latest love, Aida. Erma was a member of St. John the
 Evangelist Catholic Church and Altar Society.&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Robert L. Gerritzen of 
the home; and son Matthew of Hoisington; a sister, Shirley Batt of 
Hoisington; and two brothers, Ronnie (Wanda) Heine of Great Bend, and 
Wayne (Mary) Heine of Cushing, Oklahoma.

She was preceded in death by her son, William Gerritzen, and her parents.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home, 
with family to greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m. A Rosary will begin at 6 
p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 29, 2022,
 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Anselm
 Eke, MSP.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. John Catholic Cemetery, 
Hoisington.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Golden Belt 
Humane Society in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648148307274.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Erma J. Gerritzen, 68, died March 23, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital 
ER, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born April 28, 1953, in LaCrosse, 
Kansas, the daughter of Leonard G. and Grace A. (Sell) Heine.&nbsp; Erma 
graduated from Hoisington High School in 1971.&nbsp; She later received her 
Associate Degree of Applied Science in Administration Technology and a 
certificate in Business Administration Technology from Barton County 
Community College.On May 12, 1973, she married Robert L. Gerritzen in Hoisington, Kansas, together they had two sons, William and Matthew.A lifetime Hoisington resident, Erma was primarily a homemaker, she 
raised her two sons and kept the family running making sure everything 
was taken care of.&nbsp; Erma was a good cook and had worked as a cook for a 
local nursing home earlier in life.&nbsp; She loved animals and was a dog mom
 to three dogs, the latest love, Aida. Erma was a member of St. John the
 Evangelist Catholic Church and Altar Society.&nbsp;She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Robert L. Gerritzen of 
the home; and son Matthew of Hoisington; a sister, Shirley Batt of 
Hoisington; and two brothers, Ronnie (Wanda) Heine of Great Bend, and 
Wayne (Mary) Heine of Cushing, Oklahoma.She was preceded in death by her son, William Gerritzen, and her parents.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home, 
with family to greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m. A Rosary will begin at 6 
p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 29, 2022,
 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Anselm
 Eke, MSP.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. John Catholic Cemetery, 
Hoisington.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Golden Belt 
Humane Society in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.

Erma J. Gerritzen

Clifford William Jones, 93, passed away on March 22, 2022, at the Gove
 County Medical Center in Quinter, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on November 11, 
1928, in Quinter, Kansas, the son of Clifford and Mildred (Shrieber) 
Jones.

Funeral service will be on Monday, March 28, 2022, 10:30 A.M., at the
 United Methodist Church, Utica, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in the Utica Cemetery.&nbsp;
 Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City on Sunday, March
 27, 2022 from 10:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. with the family present from 
5:00 - 7:00 P.M.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Utica United Methodist Church, or the Gove County Medical Center.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648141864100.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Clifford William Jones, 93, passed away on March 22, 2022, at the Gove
 County Medical Center in Quinter, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on November 11, 
1928, in Quinter, Kansas, the son of Clifford and Mildred (Shrieber) 
Jones.Funeral service will be on Monday, March 28, 2022, 10:30 A.M., at the
 United Methodist Church, Utica, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in the Utica Cemetery.&nbsp;
 Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City on Sunday, March
 27, 2022 from 10:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. with the family present from 
5:00 - 7:00 P.M.Memorial contributions may be given to the Utica United Methodist Church, or the Gove County Medical Center.

Clifford William Jones

Vida M. (Hadley) Nyp passed away on March 21, 2022, at the Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka, KS. at the age of 90. 
 She was born at her family home near Zurich, KS. on March 21, 1932, 
to Everett and Beulah (Lee) Hadley. Vida was united in marriage to Wayne
 Nyp on June 17, 1950. They were blessed with four children: Michael, 
Richard, Randy and Lori.
 Vida attended country School #61 through the 6th grade, Palco Grade 
School through the 8th grade, then Palco High School where she graduated
 in 1950. Her favorite classes were English and Typing. She also had 
fond memories of her Senior class trip to Colorado Springs.
 She especially enjoyed working in the Treasures and Clerks offices 
at the Rooks County Courthouse from 1970 until her retirement in 1996. 
Shortly after, she moved to Wamego, KS. to be closer to her family. Even
 though she moved away from Western Kansas she always considered Palco 
as her home because of the many memories of her family and friends. 
 Vida was an exceptional cook. Some of the family’s favorites 
included her fried chicken, homemade bread, dumplings, chocolate pie and
 especially her delicious Angel food cake. 
 Vida enjoyed living independently in her own home. Up until two 
weeks before her passing, she was able to drive and often walked 
downtown.
 She is survived by her children, Richard (Jerry) Nyp of Wamego, KS.,
 Randy (Susie) Nyp of Lawrence, KS. and Lori (Jeff) Morrissey of Wamego,
 KS.; brother-in-law George Lambert of McCook, NE.; daughter in law, 
Ruth Blank of McCook, NE.; eleven grandchildren and twenty- four great- 
grandchildren.
 In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband 
Wayne, her son Mike, and siblings Donald Hadley, Leland Hadley and Helen
 Lambert. 
 A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 
10:30AM, at the funeral home in Plainville, KS. Visitation will be 
Saturday morning from 8:00AM until 10:00 AM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Palco Lions Club and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd Street, Plainville, 
KS. 67663. Online condolences can be left for the family at 
www.plumeroverlease.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648141730322.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Vida M. (Hadley) Nyp passed away on March 21, 2022, at the Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka, KS. at the age of 90. 
 She was born at her family home near Zurich, KS. on March 21, 1932, 
to Everett and Beulah (Lee) Hadley. Vida was united in marriage to Wayne
 Nyp on June 17, 1950. They were blessed with four children: Michael, 
Richard, Randy and Lori.
 Vida attended country School #61 through the 6th grade, Palco Grade 
School through the 8th grade, then Palco High School where she graduated
 in 1950. Her favorite classes were English and Typing. She also had 
fond memories of her Senior class trip to Colorado Springs.
 She especially enjoyed working in the Treasures and Clerks offices 
at the Rooks County Courthouse from 1970 until her retirement in 1996. 
Shortly after, she moved to Wamego, KS. to be closer to her family. Even
 though she moved away from Western Kansas she always considered Palco 
as her home because of the many memories of her family and friends. 
 Vida was an exceptional cook. Some of the family’s favorites 
included her fried chicken, homemade bread, dumplings, chocolate pie and
 especially her delicious Angel food cake. 
 Vida enjoyed living independently in her own home. Up until two 
weeks before her passing, she was able to drive and often walked 
downtown.
 She is survived by her children, Richard (Jerry) Nyp of Wamego, KS.,
 Randy (Susie) Nyp of Lawrence, KS. and Lori (Jeff) Morrissey of Wamego,
 KS.; brother-in-law George Lambert of McCook, NE.; daughter in law, 
Ruth Blank of McCook, NE.; eleven grandchildren and twenty- four great- 
grandchildren.
 In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband 
Wayne, her son Mike, and siblings Donald Hadley, Leland Hadley and Helen
 Lambert. 
 A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 
10:30AM, at the funeral home in Plainville, KS. Visitation will be 
Saturday morning from 8:00AM until 10:00 AM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Palco Lions Club and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd Street, Plainville, 
KS. 67663. Online condolences can be left for the family at 
www.plumeroverlease.com

Vida M. (Hadley) Nyp

DeVerne Buchholz, 72, passed away March 19, 2022, at his residence.  He 
was born August 17, 1949, in Hays, Kansas, to LaVerne and Jane (Surprise) 
Buchholz.  He married Sue Cosgrave June 7, 2008, at Aulne. 

 Survivors 
include: wife, Sue Buchholz of rural Hillsboro; daughters, Krystal 
Aucutt of Missoula, Montana, Elisha Buchholz of Missoula, Montana, Bryna
 (Brad) Siemens of Wichita; sister, Jan (Leonard) Frantz of rural 
Hillsboro; 8 grandchildren.  Predeceased by his parents; brother, Kirk 
Buchholz in 1969. 

Celebration of Life service 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March
 24, 2022, at First Mennonite Church in Hillsboro officiated by Pastor 
Tom Harder. Memorials to Main Street Ministries in care of Jost Funeral
 Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at 
<a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/DeVerne-Buchholz?obId=24346281">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648131279771.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>DeVerne Buchholz, 72, passed away March 19, 2022, at his residence. He 
was born August 17, 1949, in Hays, Kansas, to LaVerne and Jane (Surprise) 
Buchholz. He married Sue Cosgrave June 7, 2008, at Aulne. Survivors 
include: wife, Sue Buchholz of rural Hillsboro; daughters, Krystal 
Aucutt of Missoula, Montana, Elisha Buchholz of Missoula, Montana, Bryna
 (Brad) Siemens of Wichita; sister, Jan (Leonard) Frantz of rural 
Hillsboro; 8 grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents; brother, Kirk 
Buchholz in 1969. Celebration of Life service 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March
 24, 2022, at First Mennonite Church in Hillsboro officiated by Pastor 
Tom Harder. Memorials to Main Street Ministries in care of Jost Funeral
 Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at 
<a href="https://www.jostfuneralhome.com/obituaries/DeVerne-Buchholz?obId=24346281">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>

DeVerne Buchholz

Michael George Johnson died Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at his home. He was born in El Paso, Texas, to James Tobin Johnson and Katherine George Johnson, Jan. 24, 1937. He spent his life in Solomon, Kansas, where he attended grade school. He graduated from Abilene High 
School, where he was elected Cowboy Joe in 1955.

He attended Kemper Military Academy and graduated from Fort Hays State University. He taught school in Holyrood, Kansas, before 
graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in Dentistry. 
He came to Abilene in 1963 and joined Dr. Glen Hampton in dental practice. He practiced dentistry until 1980. During this time, he served in the Kansas Legislature, being selected as freshman Legislator of the Year and serving as the chairman of the Health and Welfare Committee. In 1980, he joined Kansas State University as assistant to the president, Dwayne Aker. He served in this position until 1990, upon which he returned to Abilene to practice dentistry, retiring in 2007.

He is survived by his wife Gwyn, son Tim (Jennifer), daughters Katy 
Vinson (Kenny Graves), Betsy Whitten (Hardy), Emily Desanto (Jason), eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his son, Bob Johnson, grandson, Ellis Johnson, brother, Toby Johnson, and sister, Mary Virginia Kriwiel.

Funeral services will be at Solomon Immaculate Conception Church at 10:30 on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Visitation will be Friday, March 25, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at Danner Funeral Home with the Rosary at 6:15 pm. Memorials may be given to the Dickinson County Community Foundation, where gifts can be directed to the charity of your choice. 

 Memorials 
may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, 
Abilene, Kansas 67410.   Online condolences may be sent to 
www.dannerfuneralhome.net&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648131132512.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Michael George Johnson died Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at his home. He was born in El Paso, Texas, to James Tobin Johnson and Katherine George Johnson, Jan. 24, 1937. He spent his life in Solomon, Kansas, where he attended grade school. He graduated from Abilene High 
School, where he was elected Cowboy Joe in 1955. He attended Kemper Military Academy and graduated from Fort Hays State University. He taught school in Holyrood, Kansas, before 
graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in Dentistry. 
He came to Abilene in 1963 and joined Dr. Glen Hampton in dental practice. He practiced dentistry until 1980. During this time, he served in the Kansas Legislature, being selected as freshman Legislator of the Year and serving as the chairman of the Health and Welfare Committee. In 1980, he joined Kansas State University as assistant to the president, Dwayne Aker. He served in this position until 1990, upon which he returned to Abilene to practice dentistry, retiring in 2007. He is survived by his wife Gwyn, son Tim (Jennifer), daughters Katy 
Vinson (Kenny Graves), Betsy Whitten (Hardy), Emily Desanto (Jason), eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his son, Bob Johnson, grandson, Ellis Johnson, brother, Toby Johnson, and sister, Mary Virginia Kriwiel. Funeral services will be at Solomon Immaculate Conception Church at 10:30 on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Visitation will be Friday, March 25, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at Danner Funeral Home with the Rosary at 6:15 pm. Memorials may be given to the Dickinson County Community Foundation, where gifts can be directed to the charity of your choice. Memorials 
may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, 
Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to 
www.dannerfuneralhome.net&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Mike Johnson

Cecil Charles Hintz, age 50, lost his battle with cancer on Tuesday, 
March 1, 2022, surrounded by his family in Belden, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was 
born on June 1, 1971, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth Earl 
&amp; Juanita Eileen Mae Phillips Hintz.&nbsp; A long-time resident of Scott 
City, Kansas, he was an independent contractor for floor covering.

Survivors include his Two Sons - Scott &amp; Alli&nbsp;Williams of Spring 
Hill, Kansas &amp; Jonus Williams of Topeka Kansas, Father &amp; wife - 
Ken &amp; Cheri&nbsp;Hintz of Belden, Nebraska, Two Sisters - Sandy Weaver of
 Scott City, Kansas &amp; Lorinda Hille &amp; Matt Held of Norfolk, 
Nebraska, Two Brothers - Jason Enderton of Leoti, Kansas &amp; Layne 
&amp; Niki Stark of Lincoln, Nebraska, Four Nieces - Saundra Weaver 
&amp; Josh Dirks of Scott City Kansas, Ashlee Sauer of Dallas, Texas, 
Jade &amp; Ryan Olden of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jordon Stark of Omaha, 
Nebraska, Breann Held of Norfolk Nebraska, Four Nephews - Justin Sauer 
of Scott City, Kansas, Tristan Hille of Norfolk, Nebraska, Dominic &amp;
 Jamie Stark of Omaha, Nebraska, Preston Held of Norfolk, 
Nebraska,&nbsp;Three Great Nieces - Kayleen Bradford of Scott City, Kansas, 
Gabriella Ramos of Dallas, Texas, McKinley Stark of Omaha Nebraska, One 
Great Nephew - Kayson Summers of Scott City Kansas, and many other 
family, extended family, and friends.

He is preceded in death by His Fiancé - Sharri Long, Mother - Juanita
 Phillips, Grandparents -&nbsp;Cecil &amp; Mabel Phillips, Charles &amp; Lois
 Hintz, Three Uncles - Chuck, Leroy &amp; Butch Hintz, One Aunt - Jan 
Phillips, Two Cousins - David Grund, Brandon Phillips, Friends - Jimmy 
Weasel &amp; Todd MacDonnell, Step Grandparents - Kermit &amp; Lois 
Graf, and One Uncle - Terry Graf.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 
2022, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with the Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.

Memorials can be made to the Cecil Hintz Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home,

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648127011320.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Cecil Charles Hintz, age 50, lost his battle with cancer on Tuesday, 
March 1, 2022, surrounded by his family in Belden, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was 
born on June 1, 1971, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth Earl 
&amp; Juanita Eileen Mae Phillips Hintz.&nbsp; A long-time resident of Scott 
City, Kansas, he was an independent contractor for floor covering.Survivors include his Two Sons - Scott &amp; Alli&nbsp;Williams of Spring 
Hill, Kansas &amp; Jonus Williams of Topeka Kansas, Father &amp; wife - 
Ken &amp; Cheri&nbsp;Hintz of Belden, Nebraska, Two Sisters - Sandy Weaver of
 Scott City, Kansas &amp; Lorinda Hille &amp; Matt Held of Norfolk, 
Nebraska, Two Brothers - Jason Enderton of Leoti, Kansas &amp; Layne 
&amp; Niki Stark of Lincoln, Nebraska, Four Nieces - Saundra Weaver 
&amp; Josh Dirks of Scott City Kansas, Ashlee Sauer of Dallas, Texas, 
Jade &amp; Ryan Olden of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jordon Stark of Omaha, 
Nebraska, Breann Held of Norfolk Nebraska, Four Nephews - Justin Sauer 
of Scott City, Kansas, Tristan Hille of Norfolk, Nebraska, Dominic &amp;
 Jamie Stark of Omaha, Nebraska, Preston Held of Norfolk, 
Nebraska,&nbsp;Three Great Nieces - Kayleen Bradford of Scott City, Kansas, 
Gabriella Ramos of Dallas, Texas, McKinley Stark of Omaha Nebraska, One 
Great Nephew - Kayson Summers of Scott City Kansas, and many other 
family, extended family, and friends.He is preceded in death by His Fiancé - Sharri Long, Mother - Juanita
 Phillips, Grandparents -&nbsp;Cecil &amp; Mabel Phillips, Charles &amp; Lois
 Hintz, Three Uncles - Chuck, Leroy &amp; Butch Hintz, One Aunt - Jan 
Phillips, Two Cousins - David Grund, Brandon Phillips, Friends - Jimmy 
Weasel &amp; Todd MacDonnell, Step Grandparents - Kermit &amp; Lois 
Graf, and One Uncle - Terry Graf.Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 
2022, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with the Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.Memorials can be made to the Cecil Hintz Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home,Inurnment will be held at later date.There will be no calling times.

Cecil Charles Hintz

Brent Lynn Boese, 65, passed away March 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

He was born January 10, 1957, in Larned, the son of Vernon G. and Ella M. Eilts Boese.

A lifetime area resident, he was a Juvenile Corrections Officer at 
Larned Juvenile Correctional Facility in Larned. He loved his 
grandchildren and was an avid animal lover. He enjoyed taking care of 
chickens, raising his bird Richard, and fishing. He also enjoyed 
tinkering and working on vehicles. He was a collector of many things.

Survivors include: two sons, Jason (Brandi) Boese, Temple, Texas, 
Aaron Boese, Lewis; daughter, Brandi Boese, Derby; two brothers, Lavern 
(Rosa) Boese, Great Bend, Rodney (Janie) Boese, Rozel; three sisters, 
Glenna Belcher, Kinsley, Sandra (Dennis) Sauer, Rozel, Marva D. 
McDonald, Kinsley; eight grandchildren, Diego Perez, Shaylyn Perez, 
Tristen Perez, Erin Perez, Mariah Byard, Gunnar Boese, Daelyn Boese, and
 Liam Boese.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Joshua Boese; brother, Robert Boese; and sister, Shirley Shank.

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

Memorials may be given to the donor’s choice in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648126949365.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Brent Lynn Boese, 65, passed away March 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays.He was born January 10, 1957, in Larned, the son of Vernon G. and Ella M. Eilts Boese.A lifetime area resident, he was a Juvenile Corrections Officer at 
Larned Juvenile Correctional Facility in Larned. He loved his 
grandchildren and was an avid animal lover. He enjoyed taking care of 
chickens, raising his bird Richard, and fishing. He also enjoyed 
tinkering and working on vehicles. He was a collector of many things.Survivors include: two sons, Jason (Brandi) Boese, Temple, Texas, 
Aaron Boese, Lewis; daughter, Brandi Boese, Derby; two brothers, Lavern 
(Rosa) Boese, Great Bend, Rodney (Janie) Boese, Rozel; three sisters, 
Glenna Belcher, Kinsley, Sandra (Dennis) Sauer, Rozel, Marva D. 
McDonald, Kinsley; eight grandchildren, Diego Perez, Shaylyn Perez, 
Tristen Perez, Erin Perez, Mariah Byard, Gunnar Boese, Daelyn Boese, and
 Liam Boese.He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Joshua Boese; brother, Robert Boese; and sister, Shirley Shank.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.Memorials may be given to the donor’s choice in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Brent Lynn Boese

Lifelong Phillips County resident Jim Burton passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at the age of 77.

Jim was born on the homestead in Phillips County the son of Dale and Jacquetta (Lee) Burton.

He was united in marriage to Cindy Griffin on August 27, 1988, in Phillipsburg, KS.&nbsp; She survives.

Other survivors include his daughters Lori Burton and Summer Burton 
of Wichita, Cassie Bohl and husband Corey of Minneapolis, KS, and 
Chelsea Bieghler and husband Brian of Stamford, NE; and 10 
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Karan Godbout 
and Virginia Harrison; a granddaughter Rein Opal Bieghler; and a son 
Chad Burton.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2022, at 
the United Methodist Church in Phillipsburg with Pastor Lew Van Der Wege
 officiating.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Olliff-Boeve-Memorial-Chapel-158648587502325/">The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.</a>&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.

Mr. Burton will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Saturday and 
Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; The family will receive 
friend Sunday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Hospice Services, Inc.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648070652676.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Lifelong Phillips County resident Jim Burton passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at the age of 77.Jim was born on the homestead in Phillips County the son of Dale and Jacquetta (Lee) Burton.He was united in marriage to Cindy Griffin on August 27, 1988, in Phillipsburg, KS.&nbsp; She survives.Other survivors include his daughters Lori Burton and Summer Burton 
of Wichita, Cassie Bohl and husband Corey of Minneapolis, KS, and 
Chelsea Bieghler and husband Brian of Stamford, NE; and 10 
grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Karan Godbout 
and Virginia Harrison; a granddaughter Rein Opal Bieghler; and a son 
Chad Burton.Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2022, at 
the United Methodist Church in Phillipsburg with Pastor Lew Van Der Wege
 officiating.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Olliff-Boeve-Memorial-Chapel-158648587502325/">The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.</a>&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.Mr. Burton will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Saturday and 
Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.&nbsp; The family will receive 
friend Sunday evening from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Hospice Services, Inc.

Jim Burton 

March 21, 1932
 -
 March 21, 2022

An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Vida--Maude-Hadley-Nyp?obId=24374648#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648070568769.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>March 21, 1932
 -
 March 21, 2022An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Vida--Maude-Hadley-Nyp?obId=24374648#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Vida Maude (Hadley) Nyp

 Joel Chamu-Garcia, 50, died March 21, 2022, at the Hays Medical 
Center, Hays.&nbsp; He was born on June 13, 1971, at Mexico City, Mexico, the 
son of Martin Berrum-Chamu and Guadalupe Garcia-Sosa.

Joel lived in Escondido, California before moving to Dodge City with 
his family in 1988. He worked at Cargill and National Beef while he 
lived in Dodge City. Joel later traveled the United States where he 
enjoyed fishing in as many lakes and rivers as he could. He enjoyed 
morning sunrises, warm sunny days and also music and dancing. Joel moved
 back to Dodge City five years ago and has resided here since.

He attended the First Christian Church of Dodge City.

Joel is survived by his father, Martin Berrum-Chamu,Sr of Fall Brook,
 California; mother, Guadalupe Garcia-Sosa of Dodge City; two brothers, 
Martin Chamu, Jr and Marcelino Chamu; and four sisters, Elodia Chamu, 
Maria Felts, Esther Chamu, and Ruth Chamu. He was preceded in death by a
 brother, Jose "Tony" Chamu.

Funeral service will be held at First Christian Church on Monday 
March 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM with Dusty Cookson presiding.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City.&nbsp; Visitation will be at 
Swaim Funeral Chapel on Sunday March 27, 2022, from Noon to 6:00 PM.&nbsp; 


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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648070763477.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure> Joel Chamu-Garcia, 50, died March 21, 2022, at the Hays Medical 
Center, Hays.&nbsp; He was born on June 13, 1971, at Mexico City, Mexico, the 
son of Martin Berrum-Chamu and Guadalupe Garcia-Sosa.Joel lived in Escondido, California before moving to Dodge City with 
his family in 1988. He worked at Cargill and National Beef while he 
lived in Dodge City. Joel later traveled the United States where he 
enjoyed fishing in as many lakes and rivers as he could. He enjoyed 
morning sunrises, warm sunny days and also music and dancing. Joel moved
 back to Dodge City five years ago and has resided here since.He attended the First Christian Church of Dodge City.Joel is survived by his father, Martin Berrum-Chamu,Sr of Fall Brook,
 California; mother, Guadalupe Garcia-Sosa of Dodge City; two brothers, 
Martin Chamu, Jr and Marcelino Chamu; and four sisters, Elodia Chamu, 
Maria Felts, Esther Chamu, and Ruth Chamu. He was preceded in death by a
 brother, Jose "Tony" Chamu.Funeral service will be held at First Christian Church on Monday 
March 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM with Dusty Cookson presiding.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City.&nbsp; Visitation will be at 
Swaim Funeral Chapel on Sunday March 27, 2022, from Noon to 6:00 PM.&nbsp; 
Memorials are suggested to First Christian Church in care of the funeral
 home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Joel Chamu-Garcia

Francis Vernon Jones, 91, of Hill City, Kansas, died March 17, 2022. He 
was born in Bogue, Kansas April 7, 1930 to Schulyer and Mary (Cannon) 
Jones. He grew up with 12 brothers and sisters on the family farm and 
attended the Bogue Schools. He joined the Army shortly after his 
graduation. He was stationed for two of his three and a half years in 
Japan. After his discharge he worked in Denver, Colorado for several 
years. There he continued boxing that he had started during his years in
 the military. It was during this time that he was a Golden Gloves 
Champion.
 	 On June 21, 1959 in Denver, Colorado, Francis and Carol Grace 
Bronson were joined in marriage. They enjoyed over 57 years together. 
The couple raised four sons. In the early 1960’s the family moved to 
Hill City. Francis came back to Kansas for the work he truly loved, 
farming. He farmed with his sister Helen and so enjoyed being on a 
tractor. When it came to his other passion of gardening, Francis seemed 
to have had a green thumb growing huge pumpkins and many different 
varieties of watermelon. Each year he loved giving away those 
watermelons to people all around the Hill City area. He also worked 30 
plus years for the County.
 	Francis was a huge sports follower. He loved watching his nephews 
play sports in the 1960s right into watching his sons in the 1970s. A 
highlight was watching his son Steve and the 1978 Ringneck Basketball 
win the State Championship. He was also a big Chicago Bulls fan when 
Michael Jordan played. His television was additionally tuned in to 
tennis, football, or golf.
 	Preceding Francis in death were his twin brother, Freeman in 1956, 
his wife Carol, March 29, 2017, and his son Lionel, in 1965; sisters: 
Helen, Elizabeth, Alta, Oletha, Margaret, and recently Rosa Stokes; 
brothers, Lawrence and Kenneth. Francis is survived by his sons: Paul of
 Denver, Colorado, Steven of Hill City, Schuyler and wife Charmine of 
Jacksonville, Florida; seven grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 
sisters: Shirley Ryines of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Justine Johnson 
of Houston, Texas, and Ethel Johnson of Kansas City, Missouri and many 
other relatives and friends.
 A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648060683434.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Francis Vernon Jones, 91, of Hill City, Kansas, died March 17, 2022. He 
was born in Bogue, Kansas April 7, 1930 to Schulyer and Mary (Cannon) 
Jones. He grew up with 12 brothers and sisters on the family farm and 
attended the Bogue Schools. He joined the Army shortly after his 
graduation. He was stationed for two of his three and a half years in 
Japan. After his discharge he worked in Denver, Colorado for several 
years. There he continued boxing that he had started during his years in
 the military. It was during this time that he was a Golden Gloves 
Champion.
 	 On June 21, 1959 in Denver, Colorado, Francis and Carol Grace 
Bronson were joined in marriage. They enjoyed over 57 years together. 
The couple raised four sons. In the early 1960’s the family moved to 
Hill City. Francis came back to Kansas for the work he truly loved, 
farming. He farmed with his sister Helen and so enjoyed being on a 
tractor. When it came to his other passion of gardening, Francis seemed 
to have had a green thumb growing huge pumpkins and many different 
varieties of watermelon. Each year he loved giving away those 
watermelons to people all around the Hill City area. He also worked 30 
plus years for the County.
 	Francis was a huge sports follower. He loved watching his nephews 
play sports in the 1960s right into watching his sons in the 1970s. A 
highlight was watching his son Steve and the 1978 Ringneck Basketball 
win the State Championship. He was also a big Chicago Bulls fan when 
Michael Jordan played. His television was additionally tuned in to 
tennis, football, or golf.
 	Preceding Francis in death were his twin brother, Freeman in 1956, 
his wife Carol, March 29, 2017, and his son Lionel, in 1965; sisters: 
Helen, Elizabeth, Alta, Oletha, Margaret, and recently Rosa Stokes; 
brothers, Lawrence and Kenneth. Francis is survived by his sons: Paul of
 Denver, Colorado, Steven of Hill City, Schuyler and wife Charmine of 
Jacksonville, Florida; seven grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 
sisters: Shirley Ryines of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Justine Johnson 
of Houston, Texas, and Ethel Johnson of Kansas City, Missouri and many 
other relatives and friends.
 A memorial service will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Francis Vernon Jones

Karen Mae “Karyn” (Forsythe) Schumacher, age 60, of Victoria, Kansas, died Tuesday, March 22,&nbsp;2022, at Hays Medical Center,&nbsp;

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

Condolences can be sent via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or on the online guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648054388575.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Karen Mae “Karyn” (Forsythe) Schumacher, age 60, of Victoria, Kansas, died Tuesday, March 22,&nbsp;2022, at Hays Medical Center,&nbsp;Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street,&nbsp;Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or on the online guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Karen Mae 'Karyn' (Forsythe) Schumacher

Curtis Edmond Blythe, 56, of Mound City, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, March 20, 2022.

Curt was born on November 28, 1965 in Burlington, Colorado, to Trent 
Eugene and Sharon Kay (Curl) Blythe.&nbsp; He was one of 4 children.&nbsp; He 
completed his GED in 1984.&nbsp; Curt enrolled in Spartan School or Aromatics
 in Tulsa, OK.&nbsp; After completing one year of schooling, he decided that 
it is not what he wanted to do.&nbsp; He returned home to Goodland and worked
 for his dad at B &amp; B Electric for one year.&nbsp; Curtis then enrolled 
at the Northwest Kansas Technical College in the Communications 
Program.&nbsp; After graduation, Curtis moved to south Texas, working for a 
small telephone company.&nbsp; He then returned to the Kansas City area and 
was employed by Sprint.&nbsp; The company was sold many times and Curt was 
employed by CenturyLink at the time of his death.

In his free time, Curt loved to cheer on the KC Chiefs!&nbsp; He never 
missed a game!&nbsp; He was also great at convincing his niece and great 
niece to be Chiefs fans while their families are Bronco Fans!&nbsp; He was 
very proud of that accomplishment.

Curtis also enjoyed riding his Harley with his buddies in Mound City,
 KS.&nbsp; He made some very special friends while living there!&nbsp; Curtis and 
his dogs (kids) came to Goodland often to visit.&nbsp; He enjoyed special 
times with nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his maternal and paternal grandparents, and his sister Terri Blythe.

He is survived by his parents Trent and Sharon Blythe of Goodland, 
two sisters; Gina (Rick) Haeffner of Colby, KS and Rhonda (John) 
Robinson of Sharon Springs, KS.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous nieces,
 nephews and friends.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648052465224.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Curtis Edmond Blythe, 56, of Mound City, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, March 20, 2022.Curt was born on November 28, 1965 in Burlington, Colorado, to Trent 
Eugene and Sharon Kay (Curl) Blythe.&nbsp; He was one of 4 children.&nbsp; He 
completed his GED in 1984.&nbsp; Curt enrolled in Spartan School or Aromatics
 in Tulsa, OK.&nbsp; After completing one year of schooling, he decided that 
it is not what he wanted to do.&nbsp; He returned home to Goodland and worked
 for his dad at B &amp; B Electric for one year.&nbsp; Curtis then enrolled 
at the Northwest Kansas Technical College in the Communications 
Program.&nbsp; After graduation, Curtis moved to south Texas, working for a 
small telephone company.&nbsp; He then returned to the Kansas City area and 
was employed by Sprint.&nbsp; The company was sold many times and Curt was 
employed by CenturyLink at the time of his death.In his free time, Curt loved to cheer on the KC Chiefs!&nbsp; He never 
missed a game!&nbsp; He was also great at convincing his niece and great 
niece to be Chiefs fans while their families are Bronco Fans!&nbsp; He was 
very proud of that accomplishment.Curtis also enjoyed riding his Harley with his buddies in Mound City,
 KS.&nbsp; He made some very special friends while living there!&nbsp; Curtis and 
his dogs (kids) came to Goodland often to visit.&nbsp; He enjoyed special 
times with nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.Preceding him in death were his maternal and paternal grandparents, and his sister Terri Blythe.He is survived by his parents Trent and Sharon Blythe of Goodland, 
two sisters; Gina (Rick) Haeffner of Colby, KS and Rhonda (John) 
Robinson of Sharon Springs, KS.&nbsp; He is also survived by numerous nieces,
 nephews and friends.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Curtis-Blythe">HERE</a> for service details.

Curtis Edmond Blythe

Elaine (Markley) Dopita, 90, Hays, 
passed away peacefully in her home on March 19, 2022 after a long and 
brave battle with cancer.

She was born February 26, 1932 in 
Plainville to Earl and Agnes (Cobb) Markley.&nbsp; On July 27, 1948, she 
married Robert Dopita at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. 
&nbsp;Together they raised seven children in the Catholic faith.

She was a lifetime member of the 
Plainville VFW Auxiliary Post #8871.&nbsp; For many years, she was the office
 manager for the Plainville Dental Clinic, and after moving to Hays 
worked at Lifecare Medical Services until her retirement.

Her hands were rarely still.&nbsp; She loved
 to quilt, kept an immaculate house, and was highly skilled with crochet
 hooks.&nbsp; Elaine also enjoyed embroidery, fishing, cooking, gardening, 
and was an avid reader.&nbsp; She lived independently in her home and was 
still solving crossword puzzles and the correct answers on Wheel of 
Fortune until the week of her passing.&nbsp; Elaine was fun and had a great 
sense of humor, always cracking jokes to make people laugh.&nbsp; Her wit was
 sharp to the end.

Most of all, Mama Bear loved her 
children and instilled quiet strength, fierce independence, the value of
 hard work, and honest moral convictions through example. &nbsp;Her door was 
always unlocked and open to welcome any family member who happened to 
stop by. &nbsp;Despite a lifetime of more than her share of hardships and 
heartbreak, she was a natural born fighter and forged ahead teaching her
 children the meaning of bravery and determination.&nbsp; Elaine was a 
beloved mother and proud grandmother.&nbsp;

Survivors include six children: Helen 
Stein (Dean) of Hays, Judy Crowell (Trevor) of McCracken, Chris Eilts 
(Mark) of Hays, Bob Dopita (Nancy) of Claremore, OK, Don Dopita (Patti) 
of Plainville, and John Dopita (Rhonda) of Hays, 21 grandchildren, 29 
great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, a son: Fred Dopita, a brother: Don Markley, and two sisters: 
Gwen Dreves and Ardis Shook.

In keeping with her humble nature and 
final wishes, there will be no memorial services.&nbsp; Private family 
graveside services in Plainville Cemetery will be held at a later date.&nbsp;


 Those wishing to honor Elaine’s life may make donations in her name to 
Hospice of HaysMed, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Elaine may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648052393384.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Elaine (Markley) Dopita, 90, Hays, 
passed away peacefully in her home on March 19, 2022 after a long and 
brave battle with cancer.She was born February 26, 1932 in 
Plainville to Earl and Agnes (Cobb) Markley.&nbsp; On July 27, 1948, she 
married Robert Dopita at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. 
&nbsp;Together they raised seven children in the Catholic faith.She was a lifetime member of the 
Plainville VFW Auxiliary Post #8871.&nbsp; For many years, she was the office
 manager for the Plainville Dental Clinic, and after moving to Hays 
worked at Lifecare Medical Services until her retirement.Her hands were rarely still.&nbsp; She loved
 to quilt, kept an immaculate house, and was highly skilled with crochet
 hooks.&nbsp; Elaine also enjoyed embroidery, fishing, cooking, gardening, 
and was an avid reader.&nbsp; She lived independently in her home and was 
still solving crossword puzzles and the correct answers on Wheel of 
Fortune until the week of her passing.&nbsp; Elaine was fun and had a great 
sense of humor, always cracking jokes to make people laugh.&nbsp; Her wit was
 sharp to the end.Most of all, Mama Bear loved her 
children and instilled quiet strength, fierce independence, the value of
 hard work, and honest moral convictions through example. &nbsp;Her door was 
always unlocked and open to welcome any family member who happened to 
stop by. &nbsp;Despite a lifetime of more than her share of hardships and 
heartbreak, she was a natural born fighter and forged ahead teaching her
 children the meaning of bravery and determination.&nbsp; Elaine was a 
beloved mother and proud grandmother.&nbsp;Survivors include six children: Helen 
Stein (Dean) of Hays, Judy Crowell (Trevor) of McCracken, Chris Eilts 
(Mark) of Hays, Bob Dopita (Nancy) of Claremore, OK, Don Dopita (Patti) 
of Plainville, and John Dopita (Rhonda) of Hays, 21 grandchildren, 29 
great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, a son: Fred Dopita, a brother: Don Markley, and two sisters: 
Gwen Dreves and Ardis Shook.In keeping with her humble nature and 
final wishes, there will be no memorial services.&nbsp; Private family 
graveside services in Plainville Cemetery will be held at a later date.&nbsp;
 Those wishing to honor Elaine’s life may make donations in her name to 
Hospice of HaysMed, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Elaine may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Elaine (Markley) Dopita

Robert “Bob” Losey, 76, of Grinnell, died Monday, March 21, 2022, at 
Gove County Medical Center, in Quinter. Bob was born December 26, 1945, 
in Anderson, IN, to William Houty “Bill” and Thelma (Rawlings) Losey. 
Bob’s father passed away when he was 2 years old. His mother then 
married James “Jim” Losey, who adopted him, and they moved to Gove 
County, KS. 
Bob graduated from Gove High School in 1963. He then attended Fort Hays 
State University and enlisted in the Army in 1964. The majority of his 
time in the Army was spent in Germany. Upon return to Gove County, he 
married Jeanita Engel, in 1970. The couple settled in Grinnell and 
raised three sons. Bob farmed and ranched the remainder of his life. 
While living in Grinnell, he served as mayor for 14 years, city council 
member for 10 years and served on the voluntary fire department. One of 
his greatest joys was his 1947 and 1948 Willy’s Jeeps. 
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brother Bill and sister Sue Jones. 
He is survived by his wife Jeanita, of Grinnell; three sons, Robert 
“Bob” and Helen Losey, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Troy and Monica 
Losey, of Salina, KS and Todd and Christin Losey, of Grinnell; seven 
grandchildren, Breanna, Ty, Aubrey, Logan, Levi, Lakyn and Jacob; 
great-grandchild, Clint and sister Wilma (Lloyd) Peterson, of Overland 
Park, KS. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Immaculate 
Conception Parish Center, Grinnell, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral 
Mass is 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2022, at the Immaculate Conception 
Church, Grinnell, with burial in the Gove Township Cemetery.

Memorials 
may be made to the Grinnell City Fire Department 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;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648052324820.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Robert “Bob” Losey, 76, of Grinnell, died Monday, March 21, 2022, at 
Gove County Medical Center, in Quinter. Bob was born December 26, 1945, 
in Anderson, IN, to William Houty “Bill” and Thelma (Rawlings) Losey. 
Bob’s father passed away when he was 2 years old. His mother then 
married James “Jim” Losey, who adopted him, and they moved to Gove 
County, KS. 
Bob graduated from Gove High School in 1963. He then attended Fort Hays 
State University and enlisted in the Army in 1964. The majority of his 
time in the Army was spent in Germany. Upon return to Gove County, he 
married Jeanita Engel, in 1970. The couple settled in Grinnell and 
raised three sons. Bob farmed and ranched the remainder of his life. 
While living in Grinnell, he served as mayor for 14 years, city council 
member for 10 years and served on the voluntary fire department. One of 
his greatest joys was his 1947 and 1948 Willy’s Jeeps. 
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brother Bill and sister Sue Jones. 
He is survived by his wife Jeanita, of Grinnell; three sons, Robert 
“Bob” and Helen Losey, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Troy and Monica 
Losey, of Salina, KS and Todd and Christin Losey, of Grinnell; seven 
grandchildren, Breanna, Ty, Aubrey, Logan, Levi, Lakyn and Jacob; 
great-grandchild, Clint and sister Wilma (Lloyd) Peterson, of Overland 
Park, KS. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Immaculate 
Conception Parish Center, Grinnell, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral 
Mass is 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2022, at the Immaculate Conception 
Church, Grinnell, with burial in the Gove Township Cemetery. Memorials 
may be made to the Grinnell City Fire Department 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;

Robert 'Bob' Losey

Betty Louise Jacobs, age 91, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022 at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.

An obituary is pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Betty-Louise-Jacobs?obId=24366531#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648041153689.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Betty Louise Jacobs, age 91, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022 at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.An obituary is pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Betty-Louise-Jacobs?obId=24366531#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Betty Louise Jacobs

Albert L. Hardon, beloved father, and friend to many passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022, at age 92. 
Albert Lee Hardon was born in a raging blizzard on November 11, 1929, to
 Albert E. Hardon and Rosa (Bliss) Hardon. They had called Dr. Lanager, 
but he fell off old highway 36 in the blizzard and broke an arm so was 
rescued and taken back to Atwood. A neighbor Bernice Anderson assisted 
Rosa in the birth. Albert grew up on the farm and attended grade school 
at the Hillside School District 94 two miles away on the Beaver valley, 
walking, riding a pony or bicycle. Albert started high school in 1943 
but left school six weeks later after his father was kicked by a horse 
he was shoeing for a neighbor, was hospitalized for six months and was 
unable to work after that. There was much work to be done, as wheat had 
to be planted as well as putting up cane hay for winter feed for all the
 cattle and horses. Back then all the work was done with scoop shovels 
and pitch forks. Wheat had to be scooped from the bins and hauled to 
town that winter. 
Albert was drafted into the Army on August 12, 1951, and took basic 
training at Camp Chaffee, Arkansas. In March 1952, he was shipped to 
Korea and assigned to A Company of the 79th Engineer Construction 
Battalion where he helped build a concrete arch ring bridge 70-feet 
above the Han Tan River across the river gorge. The Company later was 
sent to Yon Che Do Island 90 miles off the southern tip of Korea where 
they built barbed wire compounds for 10,000 North Korean POW’s. When 
finished, A Company was moved to the Yong Son area south of Nam Sung 
Mountain from Seoul the Capital of Korea. This was a large area that had
 been a Military Academy when Japan occupied Korea. The brick buildings 
had been bombed and shelled, so Company A was assigned to repair the 
buildings for 8th Army Headquarters. Albert was promoted to Platoon SGT 
Construction Foreman for fifty G.I.s and numerous Korean skilled 
laborers building new buildings and repairing old brick buildings. 
Albert learned to speak and write the Korean language so got along well 
with and made many great friends among the Korean workers. The day 
Albert left; forty Koreans lined up to bid him goodbye. Albert walked 
the line and said goodbye to his many friends. Albert left Korea after 
thirteen months and landed in Seattle the day the truce was signed 
ending the Korean War. 
He enlisted in the active Reserves and spent 38 years with the Army 
serving 7 years as First Sergeant of the 1013th Field Service 
Quartermaster Battalion in North Platte NE. Albert served in many fields
 all these years. He was in the Field Artillery, Engineers, Infantry, 
Heavy Mortar Company, Transportation Company, and Quartermaster 
Battalion. He has been a member of the American Legion since he returned
 from Korea in 1953 and a lifelong member of the VFW. 
He married Joaquina Lopez in Roswell, New Mexico in June 1967. They 
enjoyed fifty-four years working together. They had three children, 
Gloria (Kyle) Warning, Amber (Mick Ranney) and Carlos, three 
grandchildren, Melanie Seegers, Michelle Hosman, and Justin Warning and 
seven great-grandchildren. 
Albert farmed and raised cattle with his brother Owen. He worked as an 
assessor assessing livestock, machinery, and personal property for 32 
years at the courthouse in Jan. and Feb. each year. Albert built several
 buildings on the farmstead and built furniture in the winter after 
feeding cattle using over 12,000 board feet of white oak, cedar, pine, 
and black walnut lumber. He made gun cabinets, tables, chests, kitchen 
cabinets, bed headboards and over 300 wooden bowls which he gave to 
friends and family and sold in various locations. He obtained the old 
family loom and made hundreds of rag rugs which he sold but gave most 
away to family and friends. He collected barbed wire and had over 1100 
different wires. Albert liked to help others and helped people with 
their start in business or farming. He wrote four books, one on his 
experience in Korea and three books on the Dust Bowl days and the 
history of this local area. He also drew numerous pen and ink drawings, 
which he made into notecards for friends, family and for retail. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Joaquina; parents Albert E. and 
Rosa Hardon; sister-in-law Dorothy Hardon and son-in-law Kyle Warning. 
He is survived by his brother Owen; his three children; three 
grandchildren, Melanie (Mike) Seegers, Michelle Hosman and Justin 
(Tiffany) Warning; great grandchildren McKenna and Luke Hosman, Bailey 
and Austin Seegers, Lindsay (Isaac) Hueftle and Wyatt and Jordyn 
Warning; nephews Gary (Sue) Harden and Glen (Peggy) Harden; 
sister-in-law Anita (Martin Hernandez) Maner; brother-in-law Manuel 
(Rose) Lopez; many nieces and nephews as well as many old friends. 
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 24, 2022, 
at Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, with burial in Fairview Cemetery, Atwood. 
Albert loved history and keeping it alive, so in lieu of flowers, 
donations may be made to the Rawlins County Historical Society or the 
Tri-State Antique Engine and Thresher Assn. in Bird City, KS 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;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1648041003596.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Albert L. Hardon, beloved father, and friend to many passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022, at age 92. 
Albert Lee Hardon was born in a raging blizzard on November 11, 1929, to
 Albert E. Hardon and Rosa (Bliss) Hardon. They had called Dr. Lanager, 
but he fell off old highway 36 in the blizzard and broke an arm so was 
rescued and taken back to Atwood. A neighbor Bernice Anderson assisted 
Rosa in the birth. Albert grew up on the farm and attended grade school 
at the Hillside School District 94 two miles away on the Beaver valley, 
walking, riding a pony or bicycle. Albert started high school in 1943 
but left school six weeks later after his father was kicked by a horse 
he was shoeing for a neighbor, was hospitalized for six months and was 
unable to work after that. There was much work to be done, as wheat had 
to be planted as well as putting up cane hay for winter feed for all the
 cattle and horses. Back then all the work was done with scoop shovels 
and pitch forks. Wheat had to be scooped from the bins and hauled to 
town that winter. 
Albert was drafted into the Army on August 12, 1951, and took basic 
training at Camp Chaffee, Arkansas. In March 1952, he was shipped to 
Korea and assigned to A Company of the 79th Engineer Construction 
Battalion where he helped build a concrete arch ring bridge 70-feet 
above the Han Tan River across the river gorge. The Company later was 
sent to Yon Che Do Island 90 miles off the southern tip of Korea where 
they built barbed wire compounds for 10,000 North Korean POW’s. When 
finished, A Company was moved to the Yong Son area south of Nam Sung 
Mountain from Seoul the Capital of Korea. This was a large area that had
 been a Military Academy when Japan occupied Korea. The brick buildings 
had been bombed and shelled, so Company A was assigned to repair the 
buildings for 8th Army Headquarters. Albert was promoted to Platoon SGT 
Construction Foreman for fifty G.I.s and numerous Korean skilled 
laborers building new buildings and repairing old brick buildings. 
Albert learned to speak and write the Korean language so got along well 
with and made many great friends among the Korean workers. The day 
Albert left; forty Koreans lined up to bid him goodbye. Albert walked 
the line and said goodbye to his many friends. Albert left Korea after 
thirteen months and landed in Seattle the day the truce was signed 
ending the Korean War. 
He enlisted in the active Reserves and spent 38 years with the Army 
serving 7 years as First Sergeant of the 1013th Field Service 
Quartermaster Battalion in North Platte NE. Albert served in many fields
 all these years. He was in the Field Artillery, Engineers, Infantry, 
Heavy Mortar Company, Transportation Company, and Quartermaster 
Battalion. He has been a member of the American Legion since he returned
 from Korea in 1953 and a lifelong member of the VFW. 
He married Joaquina Lopez in Roswell, New Mexico in June 1967. They 
enjoyed fifty-four years working together. They had three children, 
Gloria (Kyle) Warning, Amber (Mick Ranney) and Carlos, three 
grandchildren, Melanie Seegers, Michelle Hosman, and Justin Warning and 
seven great-grandchildren. 
Albert farmed and raised cattle with his brother Owen. He worked as an 
assessor assessing livestock, machinery, and personal property for 32 
years at the courthouse in Jan. and Feb. each year. Albert built several
 buildings on the farmstead and built furniture in the winter after 
feeding cattle using over 12,000 board feet of white oak, cedar, pine, 
and black walnut lumber. He made gun cabinets, tables, chests, kitchen 
cabinets, bed headboards and over 300 wooden bowls which he gave to 
friends and family and sold in various locations. He obtained the old 
family loom and made hundreds of rag rugs which he sold but gave most 
away to family and friends. He collected barbed wire and had over 1100 
different wires. Albert liked to help others and helped people with 
their start in business or farming. He wrote four books, one on his 
experience in Korea and three books on the Dust Bowl days and the 
history of this local area. He also drew numerous pen and ink drawings, 
which he made into notecards for friends, family and for retail. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Joaquina; parents Albert E. and 
Rosa Hardon; sister-in-law Dorothy Hardon and son-in-law Kyle Warning. 
He is survived by his brother Owen; his three children; three 
grandchildren, Melanie (Mike) Seegers, Michelle Hosman and Justin 
(Tiffany) Warning; great grandchildren McKenna and Luke Hosman, Bailey 
and Austin Seegers, Lindsay (Isaac) Hueftle and Wyatt and Jordyn 
Warning; nephews Gary (Sue) Harden and Glen (Peggy) Harden; 
sister-in-law Anita (Martin Hernandez) Maner; brother-in-law Manuel 
(Rose) Lopez; many nieces and nephews as well as many old friends. 
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 24, 2022, 
at Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, with burial in Fairview Cemetery, Atwood. 
Albert loved history and keeping it alive, so in lieu of flowers, 
donations may be made to the Rawlins County Historical Society or the 
Tri-State Antique Engine and Thresher Assn. in Bird City, KS 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;

Albert Lee Hardon

Donald Lee Jones was born on March 20, 1928, at&nbsp;the hospital in Goodland, KS, to parents Fred &amp; Eva Warner Jones,&nbsp;the 3rd&nbsp;of 5 children.&nbsp;He&nbsp;passed away&nbsp;at his residence in Wheat Ridge Acres,&nbsp;Goodland, KS, on March 18, 2022, just 2 days short of his 94th&nbsp;birthday.

He attended the Brewster School system, helping his parents on the farm as he grew up. When he was in high school, the family lost the farm and moved to Brewster. After graduating in 1948,&nbsp;he&nbsp;married&nbsp;Clare Vesta Archer&nbsp;and went to California. When they moved&nbsp;back to Brewster, he went&nbsp;to&nbsp;work for Ralph McDaniel.&nbsp;To this union, 3 children were born – Dennis, Diana &amp; Vickie.

After divorcing, he went to Kansas City to attend trade school and then worked on TV’s in his own store. While in Kansas City, he also worked in an elevator, drove taxi,&nbsp;and worked on airplanes. During this time, he&nbsp;married&nbsp;Frances Marie Taylor. She brought a daughter, Sheila, to the marriage and together they had a son, Donald Jr.&nbsp;

Don came back to Goodland&nbsp;after his mother passed away to take care of his father. His father&nbsp;only lived 6 more months before passing&nbsp;away as well.

After renewing their childhood friendship, he married Minnie Belle&nbsp;Eicher&nbsp;Imhof, on April 5, 2001 and they shared&nbsp;nearly 21&nbsp;years of marriage before his passing.&nbsp;They often&nbsp;smiled and&nbsp;shared that&nbsp;when they got married, they would probably&nbsp;only have 10 years together, but were amazed that they doubled that!

Don fondly remembered&nbsp;attending the Brewster Methodist Church as he grew up. He states that he was baptized as a young teen in that church.&nbsp;Later, with the influence of Minnie Belle in his life, he began attending the Lutheran Church in Brewster&nbsp;with her. Both caused him to reconsider his relationship with God. Then, when church services were held at Wheat Ridge, he took comfort in the old hymns that he&nbsp;knew growing up&nbsp;– In the Garden and Jesus Loves Me were the two that he voiced as requests.

Another memory he shared was the wonder and appreciation he had for his grandmother’s&nbsp;beautiful flower garden. It sounded like that was something they must have shared together.

Preceding him in death were his parents, 2 sisters, Dorothy&nbsp;Deines&nbsp;&amp; Dora Dean Sandburg, and a&nbsp;10 day&nbsp;old baby brother,&nbsp;Darold&nbsp;Fred Jones.&nbsp;Also predeceasing him was a step-daughter, Diana&nbsp;Imhof&nbsp;Jones.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Minnie Belle, of Goodland, and a younger brother, Kenneth&nbsp;of Idaho. His children, whom he lost touch with many years ago, are&nbsp;also presumed to be survivors, as well as step-children Priscilla Daniels, Ruth Blythe, Lowell&nbsp;Imhof, and Debbie Griffith and their families.&nbsp;Extended family,&nbsp;whom he valued an active relationship with,&nbsp;were a cousin’s wife, Bonnie Jones &amp;&nbsp;her&nbsp;daughter Laci Reed, both of St. Francis, KS.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM CT at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Brewster with Pastor Phil Knox officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Brewster Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 27, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Memorial contributions may be designated to Northwest Kansas Hospice Services,&nbsp;Our Savior’s Lutheran Church&nbsp;or to Donor’s Choice<a></a>&nbsp;and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences 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 Goodland.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/3/1647986700478.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Donald Lee Jones was born on March 20, 1928, at&nbsp;the hospital in Goodland, KS, to parents Fred &amp; Eva Warner Jones,&nbsp;the 3rd&nbsp;of 5 children.&nbsp;He&nbsp;passed away&nbsp;at his residence in Wheat Ridge Acres,&nbsp;Goodland, KS, on March 18, 2022, just 2 days short of his 94th&nbsp;birthday.He attended the Brewster School system, helping his parents on the farm as he grew up. When he was in high school, the family lost the farm and moved to Brewster. After graduating in 1948,&nbsp;he&nbsp;married&nbsp;Clare Vesta Archer&nbsp;and went to California. When they moved&nbsp;back to Brewster, he went&nbsp;to&nbsp;work for Ralph McDaniel.&nbsp;To this union, 3 children were born – Dennis, Diana &amp; Vickie.After divorcing, he went to Kansas City to attend trade school and then worked on TV’s in his own store. While in Kansas City, he also worked in an elevator, drove taxi,&nbsp;and worked on airplanes. During this time, he&nbsp;married&nbsp;Frances Marie Taylor. She brought a daughter, Sheila, to the marriage and together they had a son, Donald Jr.&nbsp;Don came back to Goodland&nbsp;after his mother passed away to take care of his father. His father&nbsp;only lived 6 more months before passing&nbsp;away as well.After renewing their childhood friendship, he married Minnie Belle&nbsp;Eicher&nbsp;Imhof, on April 5, 2001 and they shared&nbsp;nearly 21&nbsp;years of marriage before his passing.&nbsp;They often&nbsp;smiled and&nbsp;shared that&nbsp;when they got married, they would probably&nbsp;only have 10 years together, but were amazed that they doubled that!Don fondly remembered&nbsp;attending the Brewster Methodist Church as he grew up. He states that he was baptized as a young teen in that church.&nbsp;Later, with the influence of Minnie Belle in his life, he began attending the Lutheran Church in Brewster&nbsp;with her. Both caused him to reconsider his relationship with God. Then, when church services were held at Wheat Ridge, he took comfort in the old hymns that he&nbsp;knew growing up&nbsp;– In the Garden and Jesus Loves Me were the two that he voiced as requests.Another memory he shared was the wonder and appreciation he had for his grandmother’s&nbsp;beautiful flower garden. It sounded like that was something they must have shared together.Preceding him in death were his parents, 2 sisters, Dorothy&nbsp;Deines&nbsp;&amp; Dora Dean Sandburg, and a&nbsp;10 day&nbsp;old baby brother,&nbsp;Darold&nbsp;Fred Jones.&nbsp;Also predeceasing him was a step-daughter, Diana&nbsp;Imhof&nbsp;Jones.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Minnie Belle, of Goodland, and a younger brother, Kenneth&nbsp;of Idaho. His children, whom he lost touch with many years ago, are&nbsp;also presumed to be survivors, as well as step-children Priscilla Daniels, Ruth Blythe, Lowell&nbsp;Imhof, and Debbie Griffith and their families.&nbsp;Extended family,&nbsp;whom he valued an active relationship with,&nbsp;were a cousin’s wife, Bonnie Jones &amp;&nbsp;her&nbsp;daughter Laci Reed, both of St. Francis, KS.Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM CT at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Brewster with Pastor Phil Knox officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Brewster Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 27, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.Memorial contributions may be designated to Northwest Kansas Hospice Services,&nbsp;Our Savior’s Lutheran Church&nbsp;or to Donor’s Choice<a></a>&nbsp;and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences 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 Goodland.

Obituaries