Mary Rose (Cannon) Ernst-Reinhardt, 84, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024 at the Russell Regional Hospital.

Mary was born December 2, 1939, in Emporia, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Glenn and Hattie Jane (Harlan) Cannon.&nbsp; She grew up in Madison, Kansas until the seventh grade when her family moved to Russell.&nbsp; She graduated from Russell High School in the Class of ’57.

Mary was united in marriage to Lionel Ernst on December 22, 1957.&nbsp; They made their home in the Russell, Hays, Kansas, and Sydney, Nebraska areas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with four children; Greg, Kay Lynn, Joseph and Julie Ann.&nbsp; Lionel preceded her in death on May 29, 1984.&nbsp; Later she was united in marriage to Doanld Reinhardt on February 14, 1990 in Mesa, Arizona.&nbsp; They became “snowbirds” and spent their time in Russell and Zapata, Texas.&nbsp; Donald preceded her in death on October 9, 2020.

Mary was a devoted wife and homemaker for her family.&nbsp; She also was a farmer’s wife, helping Donald on the farm.&nbsp; She also worked in the office for Dr. Sam for over 15 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church and Martha’s Circle.&nbsp; She later was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; She was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary, the Red Hat Ladies and the Daughters of American Revolution (DAR).&nbsp; She enjoyed quilting, cooking and baking, playing cards and attending family gatherings.

Mary’s surviving family includes her daughter, Kay Lynn Ickler (Steve) of Russell, Kansas; son, Joseph “Joe” Ernst (Tessa) of Wilson, Kansas; 9 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; daughter, Julie Ann Honas; son, Greg Ernst; brother, William Howard Cannon; sisters, Anna Mae Miller and Martha Helen Relph; grandson, Luke Ernst; and great grandson, Cael Evans.

Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established with the Russell V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Mary Rose (Cannon) Ernst-Reinhardt, 84, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024 at the Russell Regional Hospital.Mary was born December 2, 1939, in Emporia, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Glenn and Hattie Jane (Harlan) Cannon.&nbsp; She grew up in Madison, Kansas until the seventh grade when her family moved to Russell.&nbsp; She graduated from Russell High School in the Class of ’57.Mary was united in marriage to Lionel Ernst on December 22, 1957.&nbsp; They made their home in the Russell, Hays, Kansas, and Sydney, Nebraska areas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with four children; Greg, Kay Lynn, Joseph and Julie Ann.&nbsp; Lionel preceded her in death on May 29, 1984.&nbsp; Later she was united in marriage to Doanld Reinhardt on February 14, 1990 in Mesa, Arizona.&nbsp; They became “snowbirds” and spent their time in Russell and Zapata, Texas.&nbsp; Donald preceded her in death on October 9, 2020.Mary was a devoted wife and homemaker for her family.&nbsp; She also was a farmer’s wife, helping Donald on the farm.&nbsp; She also worked in the office for Dr. Sam for over 15 years.&nbsp; She was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church and Martha’s Circle.&nbsp; She later was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; She was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary, the Red Hat Ladies and the Daughters of American Revolution (DAR).&nbsp; She enjoyed quilting, cooking and baking, playing cards and attending family gatherings.Mary’s surviving family includes her daughter, Kay Lynn Ickler (Steve) of Russell, Kansas; son, Joseph “Joe” Ernst (Tessa) of Wilson, Kansas; 9 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson.Mary was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; daughter, Julie Ann Honas; son, Greg Ernst; brother, William Howard Cannon; sisters, Anna Mae Miller and Martha Helen Relph; grandson, Luke Ernst; and great grandson, Cael Evans.Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established with the Russell V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Mary Rose (Cannon) Ernst-Reinhardt

Robert W. Moore , son of John W. and Martha F. (Cox) Moore, was &nbsp;born October 14, 1931 in Colony, KS, and passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS, at the age of 92.

He grew up in Colony, graduating from Colony High School, and then attended Kansas University in Lawrence. &nbsp;In 1953 he went into the Army and served in Korea. &nbsp;He was honorably &nbsp;discharged in 1955. &nbsp;Upon his return he was united in marriage to Glenna L. Pursley on January 26, 1958 in Independence, KS. &nbsp;The couple moved Manhattan, where Robert completed his bachelor’s degree in Engineering at Kansas State University. &nbsp;The couple then moved to Arkansas.

In August 1972 the couple moved to Phillipsburg where he worked for Tamko until his retirement in 1996. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Glenna in 2014; and a son John in 2021

Survivors include his daughter Vivian Meyer and husband Jerry of Phillipsburg; son Carl and wife Mashel of Alma, NE; daughter-in-law Cindy Moore of Bennington, KS; brother Ronald of Warsaw, MO; sister Roberta Corlis of Winterset, IA; 10 Grandchildren; 23 Great Grandchildren; and 1 great great grandson.

&nbsp;A celebration of Robert’s life will be held Monday evening, August 12, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Jay Brandon officiating, followed by the family receiving friends until 8:00 p.m. &nbsp;for visitation. &nbsp; A graveside service with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard will then be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the Ozark Colony Cemetery, Colony, KS with Pastor Steve Bubna officiating.

Mr. Moore will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the &nbsp;Phillipsburg Boy Scout Troop 123 or Phillips County Retirement Center.

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 </figure>Robert W. Moore , son of John W. and Martha F. (Cox) Moore, was &nbsp;born October 14, 1931 in Colony, KS, and passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS, at the age of 92.He grew up in Colony, graduating from Colony High School, and then attended Kansas University in Lawrence. &nbsp;In 1953 he went into the Army and served in Korea. &nbsp;He was honorably &nbsp;discharged in 1955. &nbsp;Upon his return he was united in marriage to Glenna L. Pursley on January 26, 1958 in Independence, KS. &nbsp;The couple moved Manhattan, where Robert completed his bachelor’s degree in Engineering at Kansas State University. &nbsp;The couple then moved to Arkansas.In August 1972 the couple moved to Phillipsburg where he worked for Tamko until his retirement in 1996. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Glenna in 2014; and a son John in 2021Survivors include his daughter Vivian Meyer and husband Jerry of Phillipsburg; son Carl and wife Mashel of Alma, NE; daughter-in-law Cindy Moore of Bennington, KS; brother Ronald of Warsaw, MO; sister Roberta Corlis of Winterset, IA; 10 Grandchildren; 23 Great Grandchildren; and 1 great great grandson.&nbsp;A celebration of Robert’s life will be held Monday evening, August 12, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Jay Brandon officiating, followed by the family receiving friends until 8:00 p.m. &nbsp;for visitation. &nbsp; A graveside service with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard will then be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the Ozark Colony Cemetery, Colony, KS with Pastor Steve Bubna officiating.Mr. Moore will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the &nbsp;Phillipsburg Boy Scout Troop 123 or Phillips County Retirement Center.

Robert W. Moore

Linda Louise (Linenberger) Stary, age 78, of Garden City, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City, Kansas.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born July 23,1946 in LaCrosse, Kansas to Adolph Joseph and Bertha Marie (Schmidt) Linenberger.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;She grew up in Hays, Kansas, but the family moved to Denver, Colorado and that is where she graduated from St. Joseph's High School in 1964.&nbsp; After her marriage to Robert Gottschalk she moved back to Hays, for 30 more years, working for Hadley (that later became Hays Medical Center) for 20 yrs.&nbsp; It was in Hays that she raised her two sons, Roger Lee Gottschalk and Jeffrey Scott Gottschalk.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On Dec. 31, 1993, she married Leonard Stary and moved to Garden City in 1996&nbsp;where she continued her education and became a Special Education Paraprofessional for 15 yrs. at Bernadine Sitts Intermediate School.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Linda was an active member of St. Mary's Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Garden City serving as a Eucharistic Minister, member of the Daughters of Isabella.&nbsp; She was a Life Member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary in Hays.&nbsp; She also volunteered for different organizations and businesses in Garden City through the Finney County RSVP program.&nbsp; She enjoyed volunteer work, playing cards at the Senior Center, traveling, and especially spending time with her family.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She is survived by her husband, Leonard Stary, of the home; her sons, Roger Gottschalk and wife, Pam, Northglenn, CO; Jeffrey Gottschalk and wife, Tammy, Holcomb, KS; her stepdaughter, Andrea Spridgen and husband, Mike, Thornton, CO;

her grandchildren, Lauren Gerard and husband, Eric; Breanna Gottschalk; Dalton Gottschalk and wife, Ryli; Allyson Gottschalk; Brier Raquet and husband, Luke; her great granddaughter, Natalie Gerard; her sisters, Sandra Kreutzer, Hays, KS; Paula Ruth and husband, Bill, Hays, KS; Donna Duran and husband, Bob, Sheridan, CO; and her ten nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Bertha Linenberger; her sister, Kathy Brendel and her husband, Gary; her brother-in-law, Leroy Kreutzer, and her stepfather, Alfred Stary.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays, Kansas with Concelebrants, Father Brian McCaffrey and Father Jacob Schneider.&nbsp; An inurnment will follow in Saint Joseph Cemetery Hays, Kansas.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A visitation will be from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, at the church with a Daughters of Isabella rosary at 9:30 A.M.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggests a memorial made payable to: St. Mary Queen of all Saints Catholic Church in care of&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas&nbsp; 67601.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Linda Louise (Linenberger) Stary, age 78, of Garden City, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was born July 23,1946 in LaCrosse, Kansas to Adolph Joseph and Bertha Marie (Schmidt) Linenberger.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;She grew up in Hays, Kansas, but the family moved to Denver, Colorado and that is where she graduated from St. Joseph's High School in 1964.&nbsp; After her marriage to Robert Gottschalk she moved back to Hays, for 30 more years, working for Hadley (that later became Hays Medical Center) for 20 yrs.&nbsp; It was in Hays that she raised her two sons, Roger Lee Gottschalk and Jeffrey Scott Gottschalk.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; On Dec. 31, 1993, she married Leonard Stary and moved to Garden City in 1996&nbsp;where she continued her education and became a Special Education Paraprofessional for 15 yrs. at Bernadine Sitts Intermediate School.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Linda was an active member of St. Mary's Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Garden City serving as a Eucharistic Minister, member of the Daughters of Isabella.&nbsp; She was a Life Member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary in Hays.&nbsp; She also volunteered for different organizations and businesses in Garden City through the Finney County RSVP program.&nbsp; She enjoyed volunteer work, playing cards at the Senior Center, traveling, and especially spending time with her family.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She is survived by her husband, Leonard Stary, of the home; her sons, Roger Gottschalk and wife, Pam, Northglenn, CO; Jeffrey Gottschalk and wife, Tammy, Holcomb, KS; her stepdaughter, Andrea Spridgen and husband, Mike, Thornton, CO;her grandchildren, Lauren Gerard and husband, Eric; Breanna Gottschalk; Dalton Gottschalk and wife, Ryli; Allyson Gottschalk; Brier Raquet and husband, Luke; her great granddaughter, Natalie Gerard; her sisters, Sandra Kreutzer, Hays, KS; Paula Ruth and husband, Bill, Hays, KS; Donna Duran and husband, Bob, Sheridan, CO; and her ten nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Bertha Linenberger; her sister, Kathy Brendel and her husband, Gary; her brother-in-law, Leroy Kreutzer, and her stepfather, Alfred Stary.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays, Kansas with Concelebrants, Father Brian McCaffrey and Father Jacob Schneider.&nbsp; An inurnment will follow in Saint Joseph Cemetery Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A visitation will be from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, at the church with a Daughters of Isabella rosary at 9:30 A.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggests a memorial made payable to: St. Mary Queen of all Saints Catholic Church in care of&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas&nbsp; 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Linda Louise (Linenberger) Stary

Jetmore – Jeffrey Kenneth “Jeff” Cole, 60, passed away August 7, 2024 at Hutchinson Regional Hospital, Hutchinson.

He was born May 7, 1964 in Hays, Kansas, the son of Kenneth R. “Ken” and Phyllis Jean Naylor Cole. &nbsp;A lifetime area resident, he was a Professor of Diesel Technology for Dodge City Community College.

He was a member of Jetmore Methodist Church, trustee, praise team and the Methodist Men’s Group. &nbsp;Jeff was a 4-H leader, State Skills Advisor for DCCC, ASE Certified Master Mechanic, NHRA, and SRCA Dragstrip in Great Bend. &nbsp;He enjoyed drag racing, camping, fishing, reading and fixing anything and everything

On December 18, 1982, he married Michelle L. Betts in Garden City, KS. &nbsp;She survives.

Other survivors include: his parents, Kenneth “Ken” and Phyllis Cole, Jetmore; a daughter, Audree (Ben) Worth, Jetmore; sister, Stephanie (Mike) Ochs, Jetmore; brother, Mike (Justin Scott) Cole; two grandchildren, Shanaye Michelle Worth and Addison Kenleigh Worth, Jetmore; mother-in-law, Evelyn Betts, Garden City; two sisters-in-law, Sherri (Greg) Suderman, Garden City and Vicki (Steve) Krehbiel, Holcomb; seven nieces and nephews and nine great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Leon Betts.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 12, 2024 at Jetmore Methodist Church with Pastor Maria Grimm presiding. Family requests casual dress in purple and gold for DCCC and wear your favorite ball cap. &nbsp;Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 11, 2024 with family present from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. &nbsp;Inurnment will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Worth Family Medical Fund in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854. &nbsp;Condolences may be left at www.beckwithfuneralhome.com.

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 </figure>Jetmore – Jeffrey Kenneth “Jeff” Cole, 60, passed away August 7, 2024 at Hutchinson Regional Hospital, Hutchinson.He was born May 7, 1964 in Hays, Kansas, the son of Kenneth R. “Ken” and Phyllis Jean Naylor Cole. &nbsp;A lifetime area resident, he was a Professor of Diesel Technology for Dodge City Community College.He was a member of Jetmore Methodist Church, trustee, praise team and the Methodist Men’s Group. &nbsp;Jeff was a 4-H leader, State Skills Advisor for DCCC, ASE Certified Master Mechanic, NHRA, and SRCA Dragstrip in Great Bend. &nbsp;He enjoyed drag racing, camping, fishing, reading and fixing anything and everythingOn December 18, 1982, he married Michelle L. Betts in Garden City, KS. &nbsp;She survives.Other survivors include: his parents, Kenneth “Ken” and Phyllis Cole, Jetmore; a daughter, Audree (Ben) Worth, Jetmore; sister, Stephanie (Mike) Ochs, Jetmore; brother, Mike (Justin Scott) Cole; two grandchildren, Shanaye Michelle Worth and Addison Kenleigh Worth, Jetmore; mother-in-law, Evelyn Betts, Garden City; two sisters-in-law, Sherri (Greg) Suderman, Garden City and Vicki (Steve) Krehbiel, Holcomb; seven nieces and nephews and nine great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Leon Betts.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 12, 2024 at Jetmore Methodist Church with Pastor Maria Grimm presiding. Family requests casual dress in purple and gold for DCCC and wear your favorite ball cap. &nbsp;Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 11, 2024 with family present from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. &nbsp;Inurnment will be at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Worth Family Medical Fund in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854. &nbsp;Condolences may be left at www.beckwithfuneralhome.com.

Jeffrey Kenneth “Jeff” Cole

Cindy Joan Korbe, aged 66, passed away on August 5, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.

Cindy was Born January 4, 1958, in Tribune, Kansas, the daughter of Glenn and Barbara Kuder. She graduated from Greeley County High School and Garden City Community College. Cindy was a registered nurse and worked as a director of nursing in long-term care for most of her career at Tribune, Hugoton, and Leoti. She worked as a nurse for Lifepoint Hospital in Dodge City, Kansas for the past eleven years. Cindy was most proud of her record of having one of the country’s top 100-rated nursing homes while in Leoti, Kansas.

Cindy enjoyed making Annie’s Bed Dolls with her crochet and was an avid ceramic painter. She also enjoyed raising flowers, golfing, playing the organ for residents, and her Sheltie dogs.&nbsp;

Cindy Married Jerry Korbe on March 26, 1988, in Tribune, Kansas. He survives.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry of Dodge City, Kansas, Sons, Jonathan and Justin of Dodge City, Kansas; her parents, Glenn and Barbara of Tribune; a sister, LaVon Allen of Cleveland, Oklahoma; and many uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, and cousins.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Melissa Lorraine.

Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. (Mountain Time) at the United Methodist Church in Tribune, Kansas with pastors Jeri Smith presiding and Nick Talbott-Dixon.&nbsp;

Interment will be at the Greeley County Cemetery following the service.

Public Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, August 11th, at the Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, Leoti, Kansas, and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August 12th at the Price and Sons Funeral Home, 322 2nd st. in Tribune, Kansas

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given to the Wichita County Long Term Care, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or the Shriners Children’s Hospital, in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, KS 67861.

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 </figure>Cindy Joan Korbe, aged 66, passed away on August 5, 2024, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.Cindy was Born January 4, 1958, in Tribune, Kansas, the daughter of Glenn and Barbara Kuder. She graduated from Greeley County High School and Garden City Community College. Cindy was a registered nurse and worked as a director of nursing in long-term care for most of her career at Tribune, Hugoton, and Leoti. She worked as a nurse for Lifepoint Hospital in Dodge City, Kansas for the past eleven years. Cindy was most proud of her record of having one of the country’s top 100-rated nursing homes while in Leoti, Kansas.Cindy enjoyed making Annie’s Bed Dolls with her crochet and was an avid ceramic painter. She also enjoyed raising flowers, golfing, playing the organ for residents, and her Sheltie dogs.&nbsp;Cindy Married Jerry Korbe on March 26, 1988, in Tribune, Kansas. He survives.She is survived by her husband, Jerry of Dodge City, Kansas, Sons, Jonathan and Justin of Dodge City, Kansas; her parents, Glenn and Barbara of Tribune; a sister, LaVon Allen of Cleveland, Oklahoma; and many uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, and cousins.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Melissa Lorraine.Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. (Mountain Time) at the United Methodist Church in Tribune, Kansas with pastors Jeri Smith presiding and Nick Talbott-Dixon.&nbsp;Interment will be at the Greeley County Cemetery following the service.Public Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, August 11th, at the Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, Leoti, Kansas, and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August 12th at the Price and Sons Funeral Home, 322 2nd st. in Tribune, KansasIn lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given to the Wichita County Long Term Care, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or the Shriners Children’s Hospital, in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, KS 67861.

Cindy Joan Korbe

Valerius “Val” J. Rohleder age 94, of Abilene, Kansas passed away on Thursday, August 8th, 2024.&nbsp; Val was born to Nick and Minnie (Dreiling) Rohleder on December 19, 1929, in Emmeram, Kansas.&nbsp; Val married Tina (Geist) on October 15, 1956, in Hays, Kansas.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy in Hays in 1948. He joined the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War.&nbsp; In 1978, Val and Tina moved to Abilene KS where they opened their business Pioneer Farm and Ranch Supply.&nbsp; Val coached baseball and taught religion classes for his church, but his greatest passion was running his farm store. Val worked in his store for more than 40 years before retiring at age 90.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Abilene, the St. Joseph Knights of Columbus 3rd&nbsp;Degree and the Bishop Cunningham Assembly 4th&nbsp;Degree Knights of Columbus both of Hays, KS.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Val is survived by his wife, Tina, of the home; his three children, Nick Rohleder and wife, Teree, Salina, KS; Jody Jenkins and husband, Dr. Jim, Junction City, KS; Amy Dautel and husband, Mark, McPherson, KS; his six grandchildren, Samantha; Kristan; Hunter; Hannah; Jordan and Dustin; his ten great grandchildren; and his sister-in-law, Yvonne Rohleder-Braun, Hays, KS.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Minnie Rohleder; his sisters, Petronella “Pete” Graf; Theresa Von Lintel; Rita Wolf; Josita “Jo” Pfannenstiel; Mary “Janie” Polifka; and his brother, Ronald “Ronnie” Rohleder.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A visitation will be at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, on Monday, August 12th from 5:30-7:30 P.M. with a Rosary at 5:30 P.M.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with a vigil service and a Knights of Columbus and Hays Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, at the Church.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;The 4th&nbsp;Degree Knights of &nbsp;Columbus will stand Honor Guard from 6:00 to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at the mortuary.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas with celebrant, Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp; A burial will be at Saint Fidelis Cemetery Victoria, Kansas.

&nbsp;A luncheon will follow at the Victoria V.F.W. Hall.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggest memorials made payable to: St. Andrew’s Catholic Church for Masses; &nbsp;St. Andrew’s School; or Hospice of Dickinson County in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas &nbsp;67601.

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 </figure>Valerius “Val” J. Rohleder age 94, of Abilene, Kansas passed away on Thursday, August 8th, 2024.&nbsp; Val was born to Nick and Minnie (Dreiling) Rohleder on December 19, 1929, in Emmeram, Kansas.&nbsp; Val married Tina (Geist) on October 15, 1956, in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy in Hays in 1948. He joined the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War.&nbsp; In 1978, Val and Tina moved to Abilene KS where they opened their business Pioneer Farm and Ranch Supply.&nbsp; Val coached baseball and taught religion classes for his church, but his greatest passion was running his farm store. Val worked in his store for more than 40 years before retiring at age 90.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Abilene, the St. Joseph Knights of Columbus 3rd&nbsp;Degree and the Bishop Cunningham Assembly 4th&nbsp;Degree Knights of Columbus both of Hays, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Val is survived by his wife, Tina, of the home; his three children, Nick Rohleder and wife, Teree, Salina, KS; Jody Jenkins and husband, Dr. Jim, Junction City, KS; Amy Dautel and husband, Mark, McPherson, KS; his six grandchildren, Samantha; Kristan; Hunter; Hannah; Jordan and Dustin; his ten great grandchildren; and his sister-in-law, Yvonne Rohleder-Braun, Hays, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Nick and Minnie Rohleder; his sisters, Petronella “Pete” Graf; Theresa Von Lintel; Rita Wolf; Josita “Jo” Pfannenstiel; Mary “Janie” Polifka; and his brother, Ronald “Ronnie” Rohleder.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A visitation will be at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene, on Monday, August 12th from 5:30-7:30 P.M. with a Rosary at 5:30 P.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with a vigil service and a Knights of Columbus and Hays Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, and from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, at the Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;The 4th&nbsp;Degree Knights of &nbsp;Columbus will stand Honor Guard from 6:00 to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at the mortuary.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas with celebrant, Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap.&nbsp; A burial will be at Saint Fidelis Cemetery Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;A luncheon will follow at the Victoria V.F.W. Hall.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The family suggest memorials made payable to: St. Andrew’s Catholic Church for Masses; &nbsp;St. Andrew’s School; or Hospice of Dickinson County in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas &nbsp;67601.

Valerius “Val” J. Rohleder

Tina Jean Roe passed away unexpectedly at her home in Goodland, KS on August 5, 2024.&nbsp;

She was born to Dale and Betty (Howard) Taylor in Leoti, KS on July 23, 1957. After Betty passed away they then moved to Goodland where she lived most of her life. Dale met and married Jeanette Fletcher on May 5th, 1962. On September 29, 2003 she married Bruce Roe in Georgetown, CO. With this marriage they both gained a child.&nbsp;

Tina was a woman of many talents and held several different types of jobs around Goodland to include: Schlosser Concrete, Sherman County Dispatch, Good Samaritan Society, GED Para, Cowboy Corner and the Moose Lodge. A couple of her more notable jobs include Rasure Lumber where she worked for many years and mixing paint was her specialty and USD 352 West Elementary where she worked until she chose to retire. In her retirement her passion for flowers thrived and she spent many hours watering the flowers on Main Street for the City of Goodland and tending to her own flower beds.

She may have been a small woman but everybody who knew her would agree that she had the biggest heart and a big personality to match. She loved fiercely and would do absolutely anything for her friends and loved ones. One of her favorite things was being “Mimi” to her grandkids.

She is preceded in death by her husband Bruce, her parents, her brothers Dale and David Carter.&nbsp;

Survivors include: her daughter Jennifer (Steve) Arntt of Goodland, her son Blake (Michelle) Roe of Goodland, her grandchildren Dalton (Tresta) Arntt, Wyatt Arntt, Cadie Arntt, Alexis Gatz, and Henry Roe, her sisters Brenda (Robert) Short of Macon, MO and Lisa (Steve) Emick of Garden City along with several cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Tina Roe Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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 </figure>Tina Jean Roe passed away unexpectedly at her home in Goodland, KS on August 5, 2024.&nbsp;She was born to Dale and Betty (Howard) Taylor in Leoti, KS on July 23, 1957. After Betty passed away they then moved to Goodland where she lived most of her life. Dale met and married Jeanette Fletcher on May 5th, 1962. On September 29, 2003 she married Bruce Roe in Georgetown, CO. With this marriage they both gained a child.&nbsp;Tina was a woman of many talents and held several different types of jobs around Goodland to include: Schlosser Concrete, Sherman County Dispatch, Good Samaritan Society, GED Para, Cowboy Corner and the Moose Lodge. A couple of her more notable jobs include Rasure Lumber where she worked for many years and mixing paint was her specialty and USD 352 West Elementary where she worked until she chose to retire. In her retirement her passion for flowers thrived and she spent many hours watering the flowers on Main Street for the City of Goodland and tending to her own flower beds.She may have been a small woman but everybody who knew her would agree that she had the biggest heart and a big personality to match. She loved fiercely and would do absolutely anything for her friends and loved ones. One of her favorite things was being “Mimi” to her grandkids.She is preceded in death by her husband Bruce, her parents, her brothers Dale and David Carter.&nbsp;Survivors include: her daughter Jennifer (Steve) Arntt of Goodland, her son Blake (Michelle) Roe of Goodland, her grandchildren Dalton (Tresta) Arntt, Wyatt Arntt, Cadie Arntt, Alexis Gatz, and Henry Roe, her sisters Brenda (Robert) Short of Macon, MO and Lisa (Steve) Emick of Garden City along with several cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.Memorial contributions may be made to the Tina Roe Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Tina Jean Roe

Lola Mae TeKrony, 59, passed away August 5, 2024, at her home in Jennings, Kansas. She was born on April 22, 1965, to Merwin and Joyce (Scott) TeKrony of Clear Lake, SD.

Lola was raised in Clear Lake and graduated from Deuel High School in 1983.

She moved to Jennings with Dean Robinson in 2007.

She enjoyed weekend road trips with Dean, fishing and garage sales.

She is survived by Dean Robinson of the home; son Robby Mortinsen of Jennings; siblings: Alvin, Randy, Steve, Vince, Blaine, Lorolia and Lesa.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Gary and Ricky.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Jennings Methodist Church at 11:00 am. Inurnment will follow at later date. Memorials may be made in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home. Condolence can be left at www.plumergobber.com

Lola Mae TeKrony, 59, passed away August 5, 2024, at her home in Jennings, Kansas. She was born on April 22, 1965, to Merwin and Joyce (Scott) TeKrony of Clear Lake, SD.Lola was raised in Clear Lake and graduated from Deuel High School in 1983.She moved to Jennings with Dean Robinson in 2007.She enjoyed weekend road trips with Dean, fishing and garage sales.She is survived by Dean Robinson of the home; son Robby Mortinsen of Jennings; siblings: Alvin, Randy, Steve, Vince, Blaine, Lorolia and Lesa.She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Gary and Ricky.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Jennings Methodist Church at 11:00 am. Inurnment will follow at later date. Memorials may be made in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home. Condolence can be left at www.plumergobber.com

Lola Mae TeKrony

Dennis Massier, 80, of Salina, Kansas (formerly Ellis, Kansas) passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 in Salina.&nbsp; He was born on January 3, 1944 in Hays to John and Frieda (Knieling) Massier.

Dennis served in the United States Navy. While in the Navy, he met and married the love of his life, Genevie Young. On April 18, 1969, they were married. They lived in Hays, then Ellis. Dennis worked for KAYS TV for many years until his retirement. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Ellis and enjoyed working on electronics and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his son, Duane Massier of WaKeeney; two daughters, Denise Yoakum and Debra Massier both of Salina; brother-in-law, Dean Young of Wisconsin; sister-in-law, Ellie Schmidt, of Wichita; and a granddaughter, Haleigh Massier.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Diane, and Darlene Breeze and her husband, Lewie; and two brothers, Delbert, and Darrell and his wife, Mary Massier.

He will be cremated and buried at 10:00 am, Wednesday, August 21st, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at WaKeeney.Donations may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 394 St. John - St Andrew Rd, Ellis, Kansas 67637.

To send an online condolence for the family, visit the funeral home website,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>&nbsp;or on the funeral home Facebook Page.

Arrangements by Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, Salina.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dennis Massier, 80, of Salina, Kansas (formerly Ellis, Kansas) passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 in Salina.&nbsp; He was born on January 3, 1944 in Hays to John and Frieda (Knieling) Massier.Dennis served in the United States Navy. While in the Navy, he met and married the love of his life, Genevie Young. On April 18, 1969, they were married. They lived in Hays, then Ellis. Dennis worked for KAYS TV for many years until his retirement. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Ellis and enjoyed working on electronics and spending time with his family.Survivors include his son, Duane Massier of WaKeeney; two daughters, Denise Yoakum and Debra Massier both of Salina; brother-in-law, Dean Young of Wisconsin; sister-in-law, Ellie Schmidt, of Wichita; and a granddaughter, Haleigh Massier.He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Diane, and Darlene Breeze and her husband, Lewie; and two brothers, Delbert, and Darrell and his wife, Mary Massier.He will be cremated and buried at 10:00 am, Wednesday, August 21st, at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at WaKeeney.Donations may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 394 St. John - St Andrew Rd, Ellis, Kansas 67637.To send an online condolence for the family, visit the funeral home website,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.carlsonfh.net/">www.carlsonfh.net</a>&nbsp;or on the funeral home Facebook Page.Arrangements by Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, Salina.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dennis Massier

It is with great sorrow that the family of Fredia L. Dodson announces the passing of their Mother, Grandmother, and Mema on June 17, 2024, surrounded by family, at the age of 89, in Great Bend.&nbsp;

Fredia was born on July 17, 1934, in Texas County, Mo., the third child of seven to Charles and Daisy Coatney. She married her high school sweetheart, Lyle Dodson, on May 10, 1952, and moved to Great Bend where they raised their children: Steven Lyle Dodson (Jacque) of Wichita, Gregory Dodson of Hutchinson, and Lora Alefs (Kenny) of Great Bend. They owned and operated Rosencrantz-Bemis Water Well in Great Bend since 1973 and Darling Drilling in Hutchinson.&nbsp;

She was very proud of her five grandchildren: Kelly Kearney, Cory Dodson, Christopher Dodson, Ryan Alefs and Shelly Duvall. Fredia was blessed with seven great-granddaughters, two great-grandsons, and one great-great-granddaughter. Her love for them was boundless and she never missed an opportunity to boast about their accomplishments.&nbsp;

Survivors include her children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchild; one brother; and three sisters.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; one brother; and one sister.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“While we deeply miss you, we will take comfort in the countless memories you’ve left us with. Thank you for the lessons, laughter, and most importantly, your endless love.”&nbsp;

Cremation has been chosen and a private family service will take place at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Kansas Groundwater Association Scholarship Fund or Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.&nbsp;

Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net . Arrangements by	Bryant Funeral Home	1425 Patton Road	Great Bend, Kansas	67530&nbsp;

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 </figure>It is with great sorrow that the family of Fredia L. Dodson announces the passing of their Mother, Grandmother, and Mema on June 17, 2024, surrounded by family, at the age of 89, in Great Bend.&nbsp;Fredia was born on July 17, 1934, in Texas County, Mo., the third child of seven to Charles and Daisy Coatney. She married her high school sweetheart, Lyle Dodson, on May 10, 1952, and moved to Great Bend where they raised their children: Steven Lyle Dodson (Jacque) of Wichita, Gregory Dodson of Hutchinson, and Lora Alefs (Kenny) of Great Bend. They owned and operated Rosencrantz-Bemis Water Well in Great Bend since 1973 and Darling Drilling in Hutchinson.&nbsp;She was very proud of her five grandchildren: Kelly Kearney, Cory Dodson, Christopher Dodson, Ryan Alefs and Shelly Duvall. Fredia was blessed with seven great-granddaughters, two great-grandsons, and one great-great-granddaughter. Her love for them was boundless and she never missed an opportunity to boast about their accomplishments.&nbsp;Survivors include her children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchild; one brother; and three sisters.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; one brother; and one sister.&nbsp;&nbsp;“While we deeply miss you, we will take comfort in the countless memories you’ve left us with. Thank you for the lessons, laughter, and most importantly, your endless love.”&nbsp;Cremation has been chosen and a private family service will take place at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Kansas Groundwater Association Scholarship Fund or Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.&nbsp;Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net . Arrangements by	Bryant Funeral Home	1425 Patton Road	Great Bend, Kansas	67530&nbsp;

Fredia Dodson, age 89

Donald P. “Don” Renchko, age 67 years of Great Bend, Kansas passed away at his home in Great Bend on August 6, 2024.&nbsp; Don was born on October 23, 1956 at Los Angeles, California to Steven and Dorothy (Marvel) Renchko.&nbsp; He was a caregiver for his mother in her later years, and after moving to Great Bend in October of 2017 he worked nights at Walmart in Great Bend unloading freight and stocking shelves.&nbsp; Don loved to make bricks from scratch for landscaping, and enjoyed walking and bike riding.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include two sisters:&nbsp; Stephanie (&amp; Patrick) McCormick of Florida and Susanne K. Welcher of Great Bend; several nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp; Don was preceded in death by his parents.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cremation has been chosen and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date to be announced.&nbsp; The family has requested that Memorial Contributions in Don’s memory be made in care of the family for later designation. Online condolences may be left for the family and a complete obituary may be viewed at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.charterfunerals.com/locations/great-bend.php">http://www.charterfunerals.com/locations/great-bend.php</a>.

Donald P. “Don” Renchko, age 67 years of Great Bend, Kansas passed away at his home in Great Bend on August 6, 2024.&nbsp; Don was born on October 23, 1956 at Los Angeles, California to Steven and Dorothy (Marvel) Renchko.&nbsp; He was a caregiver for his mother in her later years, and after moving to Great Bend in October of 2017 he worked nights at Walmart in Great Bend unloading freight and stocking shelves.&nbsp; Don loved to make bricks from scratch for landscaping, and enjoyed walking and bike riding.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include two sisters:&nbsp; Stephanie (&amp; Patrick) McCormick of Florida and Susanne K. Welcher of Great Bend; several nieces, nephews and cousins.&nbsp; Don was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cremation has been chosen and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date to be announced.&nbsp; The family has requested that Memorial Contributions in Don’s memory be made in care of the family for later designation. Online condolences may be left for the family and a complete obituary may be viewed at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.charterfunerals.com/locations/great-bend.php">http://www.charterfunerals.com/locations/great-bend.php</a>.

Donald 'Don' Renchko, age 67

John Michael “Mike” McBride, 77, Salina, passed away in his home on August 4, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Mike was born in Colby Kansas to parents Azel (Hopper) and John McBride. Although the family lived in several other places, they eventually returned to Colby where Mike graduated from High School in 1965. After graduation, Mike joined the Air Force and served five years overseas in Japan and Vietnam. After the service Mike returned to Colby and drove a bus route.

It was in Colby that Mike met the love of his life, Jackie, and they were married on December 9, 1972, at United Methodist Church, Colby. The couple moved to Salina a few years later where they later had one son, Michael “Wiley” just days before their ninth anniversary.Over the years, Mike worked for the local lumberyard, as insurance salesman, and as clerk for the Santa Fe Railroad.

He loved metal detecting as a hobby and became an independent dealer for MineLab metal detectors. He enjoyed collecting antique guns and coins.

Mike was most proud of two things: his military service and his grandchildren. If you ever met him, you have heard stories about both.

Over the year, Mike volunteered as a Boy Scout Troop Leader, soccer coach, and baseball coach. He was also a lifetime member of the VFW.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Jane McBride, and brother-in-law Lloyd Wolf. He leaves behind to grieve his passing: wife Jackie, of the home; son Wiley (Kendra) McBride of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren McKena, Kaden, and Kamden McBride of Hays; brother Lynn McBride of Paola; sister Kay Wolf of Hutchinson; brothers-in-law Rick (Peggy) Tillett and Rod Tillett of Salina, and Rory Tillett of Claflin, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 9, at 10:30am, at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, with Pastor Bruce Dimick officiating. A private interment will be at a later date.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to the Salina Fire Department Station 3 for all their neighborly help over the past few years. Memorials may be made to the Salina Fire Department in the care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina, KS, 67401.

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 </figure>John Michael “Mike” McBride, 77, Salina, passed away in his home on August 4, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.Mike was born in Colby Kansas to parents Azel (Hopper) and John McBride. Although the family lived in several other places, they eventually returned to Colby where Mike graduated from High School in 1965. After graduation, Mike joined the Air Force and served five years overseas in Japan and Vietnam. After the service Mike returned to Colby and drove a bus route.It was in Colby that Mike met the love of his life, Jackie, and they were married on December 9, 1972, at United Methodist Church, Colby. The couple moved to Salina a few years later where they later had one son, Michael “Wiley” just days before their ninth anniversary.Over the years, Mike worked for the local lumberyard, as insurance salesman, and as clerk for the Santa Fe Railroad.He loved metal detecting as a hobby and became an independent dealer for MineLab metal detectors. He enjoyed collecting antique guns and coins.Mike was most proud of two things: his military service and his grandchildren. If you ever met him, you have heard stories about both.Over the year, Mike volunteered as a Boy Scout Troop Leader, soccer coach, and baseball coach. He was also a lifetime member of the VFW.Mike was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Jane McBride, and brother-in-law Lloyd Wolf. He leaves behind to grieve his passing: wife Jackie, of the home; son Wiley (Kendra) McBride of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren McKena, Kaden, and Kamden McBride of Hays; brother Lynn McBride of Paola; sister Kay Wolf of Hutchinson; brothers-in-law Rick (Peggy) Tillett and Rod Tillett of Salina, and Rory Tillett of Claflin, and numerous nieces and nephews.A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 9, at 10:30am, at Ryan Mortuary in Salina, with Pastor Bruce Dimick officiating. A private interment will be at a later date.The family would like to extend their appreciation to the Salina Fire Department Station 3 for all their neighborly help over the past few years. Memorials may be made to the Salina Fire Department in the care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina, KS, 67401.

John Michael “Mike” McBride

John Scott Campbell, Jr. (Junior) was born Febr. 11, 1948 at the hospital in Portis, KS. To John S. Campbell, Sr. and Iva (Hendrickson), the youngest of seven children. He passed away August 5, 2024, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital with family by his side.

Jr, attended school up thru the eighth grade at Bloomington, KS. When it closed, he attended school and graduated at Osborne High School in 1966. He signed with the Army in June of 1965 and entered the KS. National Guard on March of 1966 and served until March of 1972.

Jr. married his wife of 57 years, Marjorie Slothower, on March 27, 1967, to this union three sons were born, Michael, Steven and Kelly.

Jr. farmed with his dad until his passing when he went into sales working as a salesman for Hastings Home Safety where he received several awards including Top Salesman of the year in 1979. His desire to farm took over and he went back to it. He also loved working with his livestock of cattle, pigs and sheep and occasionally a hand at raising special breeds of chickens and turkeys with his kids.

Jr. cared about his community and showed it by being a part of the Hawkeye Township Board, the Butler Cemetery Board and later when moving into Portis he ran on the Portis City Council and was responsible for acquiring the Portis Community Center and with the help of his son Kelly and wife Ashley laid the groundwork for Portis to improve the water system in Portis.

Jr. also dedicated 17 years of his life to the Osborne Rural Fire Department thru Portis. In his spare time, he would enjoy hunting and fishing with his boys and his brothers.

Jr. was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Shirley Hays, Irene M. Macy, Sylvia Reinking and brothers Wendell and Charles (Bill).

Surviving is his wife of the home, son's Mike, of Tescott; Steve and wife Trish of Rural Portis; Kelly and wife Ashley of Cawker City; sister Charlene Tuxhorn, brother-in-law Ed Reinking both of Smith Center; and sister-in-law Vesta Campbell of Olathe. Grandchildren Kody Campbell, Colby;

Shaylynn Campbell, Junction City; Skyler Campbell, Wichita; Tanner Campbell and fiancée Tara, Diller, Nebr.; Lane Campbell, Portis; Linsey Campbell, Portis; Marcus Allen of WaKeeney; Austin Allen and wife Erica of Topeka, Hannah Coop of Cawker City, Hunter Coop, Portis.

John Scott Campbell, Jr. (Junior) was born Febr. 11, 1948 at the hospital in Portis, KS. To John S. Campbell, Sr. and Iva (Hendrickson), the youngest of seven children. He passed away August 5, 2024, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital with family by his side.Jr, attended school up thru the eighth grade at Bloomington, KS. When it closed, he attended school and graduated at Osborne High School in 1966. He signed with the Army in June of 1965 and entered the KS. National Guard on March of 1966 and served until March of 1972.Jr. married his wife of 57 years, Marjorie Slothower, on March 27, 1967, to this union three sons were born, Michael, Steven and Kelly.Jr. farmed with his dad until his passing when he went into sales working as a salesman for Hastings Home Safety where he received several awards including Top Salesman of the year in 1979. His desire to farm took over and he went back to it. He also loved working with his livestock of cattle, pigs and sheep and occasionally a hand at raising special breeds of chickens and turkeys with his kids.Jr. cared about his community and showed it by being a part of the Hawkeye Township Board, the Butler Cemetery Board and later when moving into Portis he ran on the Portis City Council and was responsible for acquiring the Portis Community Center and with the help of his son Kelly and wife Ashley laid the groundwork for Portis to improve the water system in Portis.Jr. also dedicated 17 years of his life to the Osborne Rural Fire Department thru Portis. In his spare time, he would enjoy hunting and fishing with his boys and his brothers.Jr. was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Shirley Hays, Irene M. Macy, Sylvia Reinking and brothers Wendell and Charles (Bill).Surviving is his wife of the home, son's Mike, of Tescott; Steve and wife Trish of Rural Portis; Kelly and wife Ashley of Cawker City; sister Charlene Tuxhorn, brother-in-law Ed Reinking both of Smith Center; and sister-in-law Vesta Campbell of Olathe. Grandchildren Kody Campbell, Colby;Shaylynn Campbell, Junction City; Skyler Campbell, Wichita; Tanner Campbell and fiancée Tara, Diller, Nebr.; Lane Campbell, Portis; Linsey Campbell, Portis; Marcus Allen of WaKeeney; Austin Allen and wife Erica of Topeka, Hannah Coop of Cawker City, Hunter Coop, Portis.

John Scott Campbell, Jr. (Junior)

Mark Richard Hammerschmidt, of Plainville Kansas, passed away on August 4, 2024, at his home after a brief illness, at the age of 44. He was born on September 29, 1979, to Leo and Barbara (Finnesy) Hammerschmidt in Hays, Kansas. He was married on August 21, 2010, to Deanna (Schultz).

Mark grew up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School in 1998. He graduated from Northwest Kansas Technical School in 2001 with a degree in Engineering &amp; Drafting Technology. Mark was an Engineer Technician at Penco Engineering.

He was an avid Chiefs and Huskers fan and spent most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall watching football in his garage. He enjoyed barbecuing and spending time with his family and friends.

Mark is survived by his wife, Deanna of Plainville; daughter, Mia of Plainville; sisters, Margaret (Leon) Plante of Plainville, Mona (James) Allbee of Edmond, Oklahoma, Jennifer (Dustin) Stull of Natoma, Kansas and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Leo Hammerschmidt.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, August 8 at 6:00 PM. A Vigil will follow at 7:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Plainville Ambassador Club, Rooks County Cancer Council, Plainville Wrestling Club or Eager Beaver 4-H Club and may be sent to Plumer- Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

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 </figure>Mark Richard Hammerschmidt, of Plainville Kansas, passed away on August 4, 2024, at his home after a brief illness, at the age of 44. He was born on September 29, 1979, to Leo and Barbara (Finnesy) Hammerschmidt in Hays, Kansas. He was married on August 21, 2010, to Deanna (Schultz).Mark grew up in Plainville and graduated from Plainville High School in 1998. He graduated from Northwest Kansas Technical School in 2001 with a degree in Engineering &amp; Drafting Technology. Mark was an Engineer Technician at Penco Engineering.He was an avid Chiefs and Huskers fan and spent most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall watching football in his garage. He enjoyed barbecuing and spending time with his family and friends.Mark is survived by his wife, Deanna of Plainville; daughter, Mia of Plainville; sisters, Margaret (Leon) Plante of Plainville, Mona (James) Allbee of Edmond, Oklahoma, Jennifer (Dustin) Stull of Natoma, Kansas and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Leo Hammerschmidt.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, August 8 at 6:00 PM. A Vigil will follow at 7:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Plainville Ambassador Club, Rooks County Cancer Council, Plainville Wrestling Club or Eager Beaver 4-H Club and may be sent to Plumer- Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

Mark Richard Hammerschmidt

Larry L. Criswell, 84, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024, in Wichita, Kan. Larry was born the youngest of 8 children on August 1, 1939, to James Oscar and Cora (Boren) Criswell in Selden, Kansas. He graduated from Wilson High School in 1959. He married Geraldine (Gerry) A (Anschutz) in 1961 in Wilson, Kansas.

Larry is survived by his wife Gerry of Wichita; sons David (Kim), Wilson, and Daniel (Hollie), Graham, Texas, and daughter Amy (Dr. Mark) Hilger, Wichita; grandchildren Anna (Dean) Masters, Burlington, Kan, John Criswell, Cimmaron, Kan, Cara Criswell, Hays, Leah Criswell, Wilson, Alex Criswell, Lincoln, Neb, Jill (Andrew) Jonas, Kansas City, MO, Emalie (Michael) Lindsey, Nashville, TN, Rachel Criswell, Wichita, Jace Hilger, Wichita, Tatum Hilger, Topeka, Cade Hilger, Wichita; great-grandchildren Beau Jonas, Bennett Jonas, Lucille Lindsey, Hudson Lindsey, and Spencer Masters.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Ethel Coppenhaver, Vera Armstrong and Doris Davis, and brothers John, Darrel, Norman, and Norval Criswell.

During his working years, Larry acquired the rank of Sergeant in the U.S. Army, was a patrolman and detective on the Salina Police Department, and worked many years as an insurance adjuster, manager for Graham Brother’s Entertainment, and as a partner in several businesses.

Larry was a good athlete and enjoyed many sports, especially basketball and golf. While in the U.S. Army, he played basketball on an Army team that scrimmaged with the Los Angeles Lakers. He also coached youth basketball and baseball teams. Larry was a skilled card player, especially pinocle and pitch, which he learned at a young age from his Mom.

Larry was interested in people and was a good listener with a good memory. He and Gerry, his siblings and their spouses built and nurtured a large and close-knit family. He enjoyed telling stories, cherished his family and friends, and was loved and adored by many.

A funeral service will be held on August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the Cochran Mortuary, 1411 N. Broadway, Wichita, followed by lunch at Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. A graveside service will be held at the Wilson City Cemetery on August 10, 2024, at 1:30 PM, followed by refreshments at the Wilson Methodist Ed Building.

Memorials are to Wilson Pride, Inc. and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 533, Wilson, Kansas, 67490.&nbsp;

For those who don’t know, Wilson Pride, Inc., was established in 2008 and spearheaded the construction of Wilson’s Pride Park (splash park) among other important community initiatives.

Larry L. Criswell, 84, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024, in Wichita, Kan. Larry was born the youngest of 8 children on August 1, 1939, to James Oscar and Cora (Boren) Criswell in Selden, Kansas. He graduated from Wilson High School in 1959. He married Geraldine (Gerry) A (Anschutz) in 1961 in Wilson, Kansas.Larry is survived by his wife Gerry of Wichita; sons David (Kim), Wilson, and Daniel (Hollie), Graham, Texas, and daughter Amy (Dr. Mark) Hilger, Wichita; grandchildren Anna (Dean) Masters, Burlington, Kan, John Criswell, Cimmaron, Kan, Cara Criswell, Hays, Leah Criswell, Wilson, Alex Criswell, Lincoln, Neb, Jill (Andrew) Jonas, Kansas City, MO, Emalie (Michael) Lindsey, Nashville, TN, Rachel Criswell, Wichita, Jace Hilger, Wichita, Tatum Hilger, Topeka, Cade Hilger, Wichita; great-grandchildren Beau Jonas, Bennett Jonas, Lucille Lindsey, Hudson Lindsey, and Spencer Masters.He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Ethel Coppenhaver, Vera Armstrong and Doris Davis, and brothers John, Darrel, Norman, and Norval Criswell.During his working years, Larry acquired the rank of Sergeant in the U.S. Army, was a patrolman and detective on the Salina Police Department, and worked many years as an insurance adjuster, manager for Graham Brother’s Entertainment, and as a partner in several businesses.Larry was a good athlete and enjoyed many sports, especially basketball and golf. While in the U.S. Army, he played basketball on an Army team that scrimmaged with the Los Angeles Lakers. He also coached youth basketball and baseball teams. Larry was a skilled card player, especially pinocle and pitch, which he learned at a young age from his Mom.Larry was interested in people and was a good listener with a good memory. He and Gerry, his siblings and their spouses built and nurtured a large and close-knit family. He enjoyed telling stories, cherished his family and friends, and was loved and adored by many.A funeral service will be held on August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the Cochran Mortuary, 1411 N. Broadway, Wichita, followed by lunch at Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. A graveside service will be held at the Wilson City Cemetery on August 10, 2024, at 1:30 PM, followed by refreshments at the Wilson Methodist Ed Building.Memorials are to Wilson Pride, Inc. and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, P.O. Box 533, Wilson, Kansas, 67490.&nbsp;For those who don’t know, Wilson Pride, Inc., was established in 2008 and spearheaded the construction of Wilson’s Pride Park (splash park) among other important community initiatives.

Larry L. Criswell

Donald Wayne Bixenman, 66, of Colby, died Friday, August 2, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1957, in Colby, to Leroy and Lucille (Leiker) Bixenman.

Don was a crane operator and welder and had worked at Western Well, Western Sprinklers, Peabody Floway, and Woofter Construction. He had a life-long love of motorcycles. In his younger years Don competed in motor cross racing and later stuck to riding his Harley, which he did all the work on himself. He was an avid football fan and especially loved watching the Steelers. On June 21, 2003, Don married Susie Knox, in Colby.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Paula Bixenman and Steve Bixenman.

He is survived by his wife Susie; siblings, Mike Bixenman, Dave (Lori) Bixenman and Joan Matthews; stepchildren, Michael Haire and Melissa Haire; many nieces and nephews and his two beloved dogs.

A memorial service will take place at 1:30 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2024, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby with inurnment in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Donald Bixenman Memorial Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donald Wayne Bixenman, 66, of Colby, died Friday, August 2, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1957, in Colby, to Leroy and Lucille (Leiker) Bixenman.Don was a crane operator and welder and had worked at Western Well, Western Sprinklers, Peabody Floway, and Woofter Construction. He had a life-long love of motorcycles. In his younger years Don competed in motor cross racing and later stuck to riding his Harley, which he did all the work on himself. He was an avid football fan and especially loved watching the Steelers. On June 21, 2003, Don married Susie Knox, in Colby.He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Paula Bixenman and Steve Bixenman.He is survived by his wife Susie; siblings, Mike Bixenman, Dave (Lori) Bixenman and Joan Matthews; stepchildren, Michael Haire and Melissa Haire; many nieces and nephews and his two beloved dogs.A memorial service will take place at 1:30 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2024, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby with inurnment in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Donald Bixenman Memorial Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Wayne Bixenman

Dick Kuhlmann passed away on 1 August 2024 at Health and Rehab, Smith Center, Kansas with his daughter Cheryl and two sisters, JoLinn and Sandy by his side.

Dick was born on 23 December 1944 to parents Betty and Gilbert Kuhlmann. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and granddaughter, Tammy.

Left to mourn are daughter, Cheryl; son Robert; sisters JoLinn (Fred) and Sandy; granddaughter Cortney; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Dick Kuhlmann passed away on 1 August 2024 at Health and Rehab, Smith Center, Kansas with his daughter Cheryl and two sisters, JoLinn and Sandy by his side.Dick was born on 23 December 1944 to parents Betty and Gilbert Kuhlmann. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and granddaughter, Tammy.Left to mourn are daughter, Cheryl; son Robert; sisters JoLinn (Fred) and Sandy; granddaughter Cortney; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Dick L. Kuhlmann

Kimberly Bellanger, age 50 of Ellis, died Sunday, August 4, 2024, at her home in Ellis.

Services are pending and will be announced by Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 East 17th Street Ellis, Kansas 67637.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Kimberly's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kimberly Bellanger, age 50 of Ellis, died Sunday, August 4, 2024, at her home in Ellis.Services are pending and will be announced by Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 East 17th Street Ellis, Kansas 67637.Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Kimberly's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.&nbsp;To order<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/426dc427-48b6-4465-8e80-ac0b293a1364" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Kimberly Bellanger, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/426dc427-48b6-4465-8e80-ac0b293a1364" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Kimberly Bellanger

Dighton- Gordon W. Strickert, 72, died on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton. He was born on January 25, 1952 at Scott City the son of Gilbert &amp; Doris Marie (Harkness) Strickert.

Gordon attended Horace Mann school in Denver and graduated from Denver North High School in 1970. He started working at Standard Fencing Company and Denver City Housing Authority before opening his own garage Car Tech Auto. In 1992 he moved to Dighton and started working at Regnier Repair as a mechanic. He then became a Partner in Main Street Auto. His final occupation was being a “Cowboy” raising cattle is what he loved.

In his earlier years was a good baseball pitcher and earned a tryout with the Kansas City Royals. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, his casino trips and following his family and coach us all in sports. He was involved in drag racing “Mopars” and later he and his son did dirt track racing together.

He is survived by his Wife- Julie Strickert, 5 Children- Jamie Strickert of Escondido, California, Jeff Strickert of Thornton, Colorado, Jason Strickert of Raytown, Missouri, Susie Wiechman of Scott City and Kyle Strickert of Holcomb, Step-Mother- Audrey Strickert of Lakewood, Colorado, 2 Sisters- Belinda Hurst of Littleton, Colorado and Judy Denton of Marquette, 12 Grandchildren and several nieces &amp; nephews.

He is predeceased by his Parents, Daughter- Cheri Strickert and 2 Sisters- Susan Garner and Melinda Strickert.

Graveside Service will be at 10:30 AM Friday at Scott County Cemetery in Scott City. Friends may call from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday at Boomhower Funeral Home in Dighton. Memorials are suggested to Gordon Strickert Memorial Fund in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfunerahomes.com.

Dighton- Gordon W. Strickert, 72, died on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Lane County Hospital in Dighton. He was born on January 25, 1952 at Scott City the son of Gilbert &amp; Doris Marie (Harkness) Strickert.Gordon attended Horace Mann school in Denver and graduated from Denver North High School in 1970. He started working at Standard Fencing Company and Denver City Housing Authority before opening his own garage Car Tech Auto. In 1992 he moved to Dighton and started working at Regnier Repair as a mechanic. He then became a Partner in Main Street Auto. His final occupation was being a “Cowboy” raising cattle is what he loved.In his earlier years was a good baseball pitcher and earned a tryout with the Kansas City Royals. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, his casino trips and following his family and coach us all in sports. He was involved in drag racing “Mopars” and later he and his son did dirt track racing together.He is survived by his Wife- Julie Strickert, 5 Children- Jamie Strickert of Escondido, California, Jeff Strickert of Thornton, Colorado, Jason Strickert of Raytown, Missouri, Susie Wiechman of Scott City and Kyle Strickert of Holcomb, Step-Mother- Audrey Strickert of Lakewood, Colorado, 2 Sisters- Belinda Hurst of Littleton, Colorado and Judy Denton of Marquette, 12 Grandchildren and several nieces &amp; nephews.He is predeceased by his Parents, Daughter- Cheri Strickert and 2 Sisters- Susan Garner and Melinda Strickert.Graveside Service will be at 10:30 AM Friday at Scott County Cemetery in Scott City. Friends may call from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday at Boomhower Funeral Home in Dighton. Memorials are suggested to Gordon Strickert Memorial Fund in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfunerahomes.com.

Gordon W. Strickert

Jetmore – Donna Ruth Salmans, 85, passed away August 4, 2024 at her home in Jetmore.

She was born April 2, 1939 in Dodge City, the daughter of George Henry Herman and Leona “Ruth” (Harms) Harms. &nbsp;A lifetime area resident, she was an EMT for over forty years and was a Bus Driver and Transportation Director for USD #227.

She was a member of the Lutheran faith and attended the United Presbyterian Church in Jetmore where she was involved in the church kitchen. &nbsp;Donna was a 4-H member/ leader and loved being on the ambulance and serving as an EMTΙ.

On August 20, 1956, she married Lyle C. Salmans at the Hodgeman County St. Michaels Lutheran Church. &nbsp;He passed away September 7, 2014.

Survivors include: two sons, Bruce Salmans and wife Gina, Cimarron, Duane Salmans and wife Kaylin, Dodge City; two daughters, Lyla Lonnberg and husband Kurt, Jetmore and Sara Burke and husband Justin, Wichita; twelve grandchildren and twenty-three great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Darrel Harms, Gordon Harms and Dean Harms.

Funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Rev. Stanley Palmer presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2024 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.

Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County EMS or Hospice of the Prairie in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jetmore – Donna Ruth Salmans, 85, passed away August 4, 2024 at her home in Jetmore.She was born April 2, 1939 in Dodge City, the daughter of George Henry Herman and Leona “Ruth” (Harms) Harms. &nbsp;A lifetime area resident, she was an EMT for over forty years and was a Bus Driver and Transportation Director for USD #227.She was a member of the Lutheran faith and attended the United Presbyterian Church in Jetmore where she was involved in the church kitchen. &nbsp;Donna was a 4-H member/ leader and loved being on the ambulance and serving as an EMTΙ.On August 20, 1956, she married Lyle C. Salmans at the Hodgeman County St. Michaels Lutheran Church. &nbsp;He passed away September 7, 2014.Survivors include: two sons, Bruce Salmans and wife Gina, Cimarron, Duane Salmans and wife Kaylin, Dodge City; two daughters, Lyla Lonnberg and husband Kurt, Jetmore and Sara Burke and husband Justin, Wichita; twelve grandchildren and twenty-three great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Darrel Harms, Gordon Harms and Dean Harms.Funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Rev. Stanley Palmer presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2024 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County EMS or Hospice of the Prairie in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna Ruth Salmans

Pedro Gonzalez Perez Perez, age 13, passed away peacefully at his home in Quinter, KS, on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, KS.  Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook at www.schmittfuneral.com.&nbsp;

Pedro Gonzalez Perez-Perez, age 13, passed away peacefully at home on August 1, 2024. Born to Tomas Perez Castro and Petrona Perez-Perez on May 23, 2011, in Garden City, Kansas, Pedro touched many lives with his warmth and joyful spirit.

Pedro was known for his radiant smile and positive outlook on life. Described by his teachers and friends as a happy-go-lucky kid with an infectious laugh, Pedro could brighten any room he entered. His classmates loved him for his one-liners and the genuine kindness he extended to everyone around him.

Passionate about life, Pedro found joy in a variety of pursuits. He loved playing basketball, practicing his trumpet, and cooking delicious treats for his family, all of which he did with a heart full of love.&nbsp; His caring nature and eagerness to learn new things made him a cherished friend and an inspiration to those who knew him.

Pedro will be remembered fondly by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He leaves a legacy of kindness, laughter, and a reminder of how precious each moment can be. His memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

Pedro is survived by his parents, Tomas Perez Castro and Petrona Perez-Perez; half-brother, Lucas Perez Pu, half-sister Dominga Perez Pu, sisters, Maria, Dominga, and Catalina Perez-Perez, Quinter, Kansas.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., August 9, 2024, at the Church of the Brethren in Quinter, Kansas. &nbsp; A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Brethren, Quinter, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Pedro Perez-Perez Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 Main St Quinter KS 67752.

Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.

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 </figure>Pedro Gonzalez Perez Perez, age 13, passed away peacefully at his home in Quinter, KS, on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, KS. Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook at www.schmittfuneral.com.&nbsp;Pedro Gonzalez Perez-Perez, age 13, passed away peacefully at home on August 1, 2024. Born to Tomas Perez Castro and Petrona Perez-Perez on May 23, 2011, in Garden City, Kansas, Pedro touched many lives with his warmth and joyful spirit.Pedro was known for his radiant smile and positive outlook on life. Described by his teachers and friends as a happy-go-lucky kid with an infectious laugh, Pedro could brighten any room he entered. His classmates loved him for his one-liners and the genuine kindness he extended to everyone around him.Passionate about life, Pedro found joy in a variety of pursuits. He loved playing basketball, practicing his trumpet, and cooking delicious treats for his family, all of which he did with a heart full of love.&nbsp; His caring nature and eagerness to learn new things made him a cherished friend and an inspiration to those who knew him.Pedro will be remembered fondly by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He leaves a legacy of kindness, laughter, and a reminder of how precious each moment can be. His memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him.Pedro is survived by his parents, Tomas Perez Castro and Petrona Perez-Perez; half-brother, Lucas Perez Pu, half-sister Dominga Perez Pu, sisters, Maria, Dominga, and Catalina Perez-Perez, Quinter, Kansas.A visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., August 9, 2024, at the Church of the Brethren in Quinter, Kansas. &nbsp; A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Brethren, Quinter, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Pedro Perez-Perez Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 Main St Quinter KS 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guestbook at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.

Pedro Gonzalez Perez-Perez

Don DuVarney, age 83 of Russell, Kansas died Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society – Decatur County.

Don was born on July 10, 1941, in Springfield, Massachusetts to Donald and Helen (Bourne) DuVarney.

As a United States Air Force Veteran, Don’s passion was in the air. He was an accomplished pilot and found peace and joy in the heavens. His other pride and joy were his family – his son, Evan DuVarney (Cathleen) of Russell, Kansas and his daughter, Shayna DuVarney (Jimmy Hunkapiller) of McKinney, Texas. But nothing made him smile more than his granddaughter, Neleh.

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 </figure>Don DuVarney, age 83 of Russell, Kansas died Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society – Decatur County.Don was born on July 10, 1941, in Springfield, Massachusetts to Donald and Helen (Bourne) DuVarney.As a United States Air Force Veteran, Don’s passion was in the air. He was an accomplished pilot and found peace and joy in the heavens. His other pride and joy were his family – his son, Evan DuVarney (Cathleen) of Russell, Kansas and his daughter, Shayna DuVarney (Jimmy Hunkapiller) of McKinney, Texas. But nothing made him smile more than his granddaughter, Neleh.Don enjoyed anything outdoors. Hiking was a favorite pastime, but he truly enjoyed the art of fly fishing.A memorial mass is planned for later this year at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church in McKinney, Texas where his inurnment will take place.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Don’s family via tribute pay at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/resources/make-a-payment">https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/resources/make-a-payment</a>Cremation under the direction of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601.Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Don's tribute page at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.&nbsp;

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