Robert "Bob" Lee McClellan passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, in 
Wichita, Kansas. He was born on August 28, 1929, in a farmhouse north of
 Zurich, Kansas to Arthur Lee (Lee) and Meda Velma (Velma Pywell) 
McClellan.
 Bob grew up on the farm and graduated from Palco High School with 
the Class of 1946. He went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree from 
Fort Hays State College with a major in Mathematics. On June 20, 1953,&nbsp; he married Jo Eva Hinkhouse in Palco. They were blessed with four 
children, Susan, Robin, Mike, and Roger.
 Bob’s involvement with farming started from birth, and he spent most
 of his college weekends commuting from Hays back to Rooks County to 
help with planting and harvest. He took over sole management of the 
farming operations when Lee McClellan died in 1963, and raised cattle, 
wheat, and feed for most of his farming career. After living for a 
short period near Green Mound right after their marriage, he and Jo Eva 
moved into Palco in 1958.
 As a child of the Dust Bowl, Bob was passionate about soil 
conservation. He was an early proponent of terracing, no-till farming, 
and other methods to prevent the loss of top soil. He served in 
leadership roles in the Rooks County Soil Conservation District, the 
Kansas Association of Soil Conservation Districts, the Kansas 
Association of Wheat Growers, and the Kansas Wheat Commission. He and Jo
 Eva were named Kansas Master Farmer and Homemaker in 1985.
 Bob also gave back to his community in a myriad of other ways, 
including through the Palco Lions Club, the Palco Economic Development 
Committee), and support for 4-H and FFA. Bob was instrumental in 
fundraising and planning for the construction of a new Palco United 
Methodist Church in 1967 and served as a lay leader for many decades.
 Bob’s involvement in the church choir was only one expression of his
 love for music. Whether playing the guitar, trumpet, or banjo (often 
with his good friend Harold Dennett) Bob “made a joyful noise” and 
supported his children, grandchildren, and others in doing so. Bob sang
 with the High Plains Barbershop Chorus for more than 50 years: if you 
weren’t hit up by him to buy program ads or tickets to the annual 
barbershop show you must have been hiding under a rock! Bob and Jo Eva 
were elegant dancers, and for many years they were a mainstay of the 
Rooks County Country Club dance scene, with Bob at times also 
contributing the music as a member of the Spare Parts Band.
 Bob and Jo Eva brought the world to Palco and their children through
 hosting foreign exchange students from Iceland, Germany, Switzerland, 
Japan, and Turkey. Jo Eva and Bob subsequently became enthusiastic 
travellers themselves, with their trips to visit family, learn about 
agriculture in other countries, and enjoy life taking them to every 
continent except Africa and Antarctica. A cruise in the Inside Passage 
off Alaska with all their children and grandchildren for their 49th 
wedding anniversary was a particular highlight.
 Bob is survived by his children Susan Beesley and husband Marvin of 
Gove, Robin McClellan of Perth, Australia, Mike McClellan and wife Tammy
 of Plainville, and Roger McClellan and wife Kristie of Wichita; 
grandchildren Angela and Mark Justice, Cade and Jess Beesley, Megan and 
Tanner Tuttle, Serena McClellan-Fuchs, Rachael McClellan-Whittle, Taylor
 and Jonathan Krueger, Madison McClellan, Claire McClellan, Kathryn 
McClellan, Stratton McClellan, Samantha McClellan, and Walker McClellan;
 and great-grandchildren Riley, Cooper, Coy, Daylen, Piper Jo, Adley, 
Cole, and Noah.
 Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Eva (Hinkhouse) McClellan,
 his parents Lee and Velma McClellan, infant son Donald Duane 
McClellan, sister Dorothy Cokeley, son-in-law James Whittle, and 
great-grandson Vinn Justice.
 Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 20, at 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville. The Funeral Service will 
be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 21, at the United Methodist 
Church in Palco. Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery near 
Palco. Come prepared to sing in celebration of Bob’s life!
 Memorials are suggested to the Kansas Wheat Commission Research 
Foundation and the Rooks County 4-H Council, they may be sent in care of
 Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SWS 2nd Street, Plainville, KS 
67663.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert "Bob" Lee McClellan passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, in 
Wichita, Kansas. He was born on August 28, 1929, in a farmhouse north of
 Zurich, Kansas to Arthur Lee (Lee) and Meda Velma (Velma Pywell) 
McClellan.
 Bob grew up on the farm and graduated from Palco High School with 
the Class of 1946. He went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree from 
Fort Hays State College with a major in Mathematics. On June 20, 1953,&nbsp; he married Jo Eva Hinkhouse in Palco. They were blessed with four 
children, Susan, Robin, Mike, and Roger.
 Bob’s involvement with farming started from birth, and he spent most
 of his college weekends commuting from Hays back to Rooks County to 
help with planting and harvest. He took over sole management of the 
farming operations when Lee McClellan died in 1963, and raised cattle, 
wheat, and feed for most of his farming career. After living for a 
short period near Green Mound right after their marriage, he and Jo Eva 
moved into Palco in 1958.
 As a child of the Dust Bowl, Bob was passionate about soil 
conservation. He was an early proponent of terracing, no-till farming, 
and other methods to prevent the loss of top soil. He served in 
leadership roles in the Rooks County Soil Conservation District, the 
Kansas Association of Soil Conservation Districts, the Kansas 
Association of Wheat Growers, and the Kansas Wheat Commission. He and Jo
 Eva were named Kansas Master Farmer and Homemaker in 1985.
 Bob also gave back to his community in a myriad of other ways, 
including through the Palco Lions Club, the Palco Economic Development 
Committee), and support for 4-H and FFA. Bob was instrumental in 
fundraising and planning for the construction of a new Palco United 
Methodist Church in 1967 and served as a lay leader for many decades.
 Bob’s involvement in the church choir was only one expression of his
 love for music. Whether playing the guitar, trumpet, or banjo (often 
with his good friend Harold Dennett) Bob “made a joyful noise” and 
supported his children, grandchildren, and others in doing so. Bob sang
 with the High Plains Barbershop Chorus for more than 50 years: if you 
weren’t hit up by him to buy program ads or tickets to the annual 
barbershop show you must have been hiding under a rock! Bob and Jo Eva 
were elegant dancers, and for many years they were a mainstay of the 
Rooks County Country Club dance scene, with Bob at times also 
contributing the music as a member of the Spare Parts Band.
 Bob and Jo Eva brought the world to Palco and their children through
 hosting foreign exchange students from Iceland, Germany, Switzerland, 
Japan, and Turkey. Jo Eva and Bob subsequently became enthusiastic 
travellers themselves, with their trips to visit family, learn about 
agriculture in other countries, and enjoy life taking them to every 
continent except Africa and Antarctica. A cruise in the Inside Passage 
off Alaska with all their children and grandchildren for their 49th 
wedding anniversary was a particular highlight.
 Bob is survived by his children Susan Beesley and husband Marvin of 
Gove, Robin McClellan of Perth, Australia, Mike McClellan and wife Tammy
 of Plainville, and Roger McClellan and wife Kristie of Wichita; 
grandchildren Angela and Mark Justice, Cade and Jess Beesley, Megan and 
Tanner Tuttle, Serena McClellan-Fuchs, Rachael McClellan-Whittle, Taylor
 and Jonathan Krueger, Madison McClellan, Claire McClellan, Kathryn 
McClellan, Stratton McClellan, Samantha McClellan, and Walker McClellan;
 and great-grandchildren Riley, Cooper, Coy, Daylen, Piper Jo, Adley, 
Cole, and Noah.
 Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Eva (Hinkhouse) McClellan,
 his parents Lee and Velma McClellan, infant son Donald Duane 
McClellan, sister Dorothy Cokeley, son-in-law James Whittle, and 
great-grandson Vinn Justice.
 Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 20, at 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville. The Funeral Service will 
be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 21, at the United Methodist 
Church in Palco. Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery near 
Palco. Come prepared to sing in celebration of Bob’s life!
 Memorials are suggested to the Kansas Wheat Commission Research 
Foundation and the Rooks County 4-H Council, they may be sent in care of
 Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SWS 2nd Street, Plainville, KS 
67663.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Robert 'Bob' Lee McClellan

December 26, 1972 ~ March 10, 2022

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

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

December 26, 1972 ~ March 10, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Adam-Paschall">HERE</a> for service details.

Adam Wayne Paschall

Steven Lee Hoop, 76, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Steve was born September 9, 1945, in Winfield, Kansas, the son of Joe 
&amp; Peggy (Lemmon) Hoop.&nbsp; At a young age his family moved to Russell, 
where he grew up and graduated from Russell High School.

Steve served his country in the US Army.&nbsp; He was stationed in Korea.

Steve worked in the chemical lab at the Texeco Refinery in El Dorado,
 Kansas for many years. &nbsp;He also did insulation installment jobs in the 
area.&nbsp; He was a Life Member of the Russell VFW Post # 6240.&nbsp; He was a 
talent judge for the Kansas Beauty Contest for a few years.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
hunting, fishing, sailing and telling tales.&nbsp; His since of humor will be
 missed.

Steve’s surviving family include his children, Cody Hoop (Angel) of 
Russell, Kansas, Jordan Hoop (Audra) of Russell, Kansas and Justin Hoop 
of Russell, Kansas; step children, Jaime Forke of Omaha, Nebraska and 
Jennifer Gilman (Travis) of Beatrice, Nebraska; sister, Susan; 
sister-in-law, Candy Hoop of Wichita, Kansas; 23 grandchildren and one 
great grandchild; niece, Stephanie Callihan of Austin, Texas and a great
 niece and great nephew.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents and brother Kenneth Hoop. A
 Memorial Service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken 
place.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of 
Russell, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Steven Lee Hoop, 76, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Steve was born September 9, 1945, in Winfield, Kansas, the son of Joe 
&amp; Peggy (Lemmon) Hoop.&nbsp; At a young age his family moved to Russell, 
where he grew up and graduated from Russell High School.Steve served his country in the US Army.&nbsp; He was stationed in Korea.Steve worked in the chemical lab at the Texeco Refinery in El Dorado,
 Kansas for many years. &nbsp;He also did insulation installment jobs in the 
area.&nbsp; He was a Life Member of the Russell VFW Post # 6240.&nbsp; He was a 
talent judge for the Kansas Beauty Contest for a few years.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
hunting, fishing, sailing and telling tales.&nbsp; His since of humor will be
 missed.Steve’s surviving family include his children, Cody Hoop (Angel) of 
Russell, Kansas, Jordan Hoop (Audra) of Russell, Kansas and Justin Hoop 
of Russell, Kansas; step children, Jaime Forke of Omaha, Nebraska and 
Jennifer Gilman (Travis) of Beatrice, Nebraska; sister, Susan; 
sister-in-law, Candy Hoop of Wichita, Kansas; 23 grandchildren and one 
great grandchild; niece, Stephanie Callihan of Austin, Texas and a great
 niece and great nephew.Steve was preceded in death by his parents and brother Kenneth Hoop. A
 Memorial Service will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken 
place.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of 
Russell, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Steven Lee Hoop

Agra resident Thelma D. Sims passed away March 10, 2022, at the 
Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 94.&nbsp; She
 was born Nov. 5, 1927, in Phillips County, the daughter of Carl &amp; 
Edna (Kuhlmann) Diercks.

Survivors include her grandsons, Doug Molzahn of Agra &amp; Dan 
Molzahn of Esbon; her granddaughter, Angel Miner of Agra; her sisters, 
Wilda Conaway of Kensington &amp; Ila Walker of Phillipsburg; 9 great 
grandchildren &amp; 7 great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 14, at 2:00 p.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Becky Saddler officiating.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in the Agra Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sat. &amp; noon to 9:00 Sun. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillips County Retirement Center or Hospice Services.

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 </figure>Agra resident Thelma D. Sims passed away March 10, 2022, at the 
Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 94.&nbsp; She
 was born Nov. 5, 1927, in Phillips County, the daughter of Carl &amp; 
Edna (Kuhlmann) Diercks.Survivors include her grandsons, Doug Molzahn of Agra &amp; Dan 
Molzahn of Esbon; her granddaughter, Angel Miner of Agra; her sisters, 
Wilda Conaway of Kensington &amp; Ila Walker of Phillipsburg; 9 great 
grandchildren &amp; 7 great-great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Monday, March 14, at 2:00 p.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Becky Saddler officiating.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in the Agra Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sat. &amp; noon to 9:00 Sun. at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillips County Retirement Center or Hospice Services.

Thelma D. Sims

Elinor Marie Reifschneider passed away Feb 16th in Scottsdale, AZ. 
She came into this world on January 21, 1931, in Shields, KS and she 
grew up in a neighboring town, Dighton. She attended Kansas University 
for two years and then came home to marry her devoted husband of 70 
years, Boyd. They started their family of four children in Dighton until
 1962 when they picked up the family and moved to Scottsdale, AZ.

Elinor finished her degree in education at Arizona State University and 
had over a 30+ year teaching career in the Scottsdale Unified School 
District. She even found time to get her Master's from the University of
 Ottowa. Teaching was such a big part of her life that sometimes a 
science project could be found in her refrigerator or silkworms could be
 found in a kitchen drawer.

Elinor was a 60-year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha sorority where she 
played a very active role throughout her life doing philanthropic works 
like delivering meals on wheels to seniors.

Elinor was conflicted… about her favorite sports team. She was loyal to 
her Jayhawks but the Sun Devils were her favorite. In her free time, she
 enjoyed gardening, camping, music, square dancing with Boyd, reptiles, 
and reading novels.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In her retirement, she would have monthly lunches with her friends or 
her group of retired teachers, loved her dogs, and enjoyed her annual 
trip to San Diego.

Elinor is proceeded in death by her husband Boyd, her eldest son Greg and her two brothers.

She is survived by children Carmen, Connie Jo (Jerry), Cathy (Tom) 
and Galen (Claudine), grandchildren Tom, Patricia, Melissa (Daniel), 
Michael &amp; Mitchell. Great-grandchildren Nadia, Cooper, Natasha &amp;
 Daniel, sister-in-law, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on March 12, 2022, in the Dighton Cemetery in Dighton, Kansas.

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 </figure>Elinor Marie Reifschneider passed away Feb 16th in Scottsdale, AZ. 
She came into this world on January 21, 1931, in Shields, KS and she 
grew up in a neighboring town, Dighton. She attended Kansas University 
for two years and then came home to marry her devoted husband of 70 
years, Boyd. They started their family of four children in Dighton until
 1962 when they picked up the family and moved to Scottsdale, AZ.Elinor finished her degree in education at Arizona State University and 
had over a 30+ year teaching career in the Scottsdale Unified School 
District. She even found time to get her Master's from the University of
 Ottowa. Teaching was such a big part of her life that sometimes a 
science project could be found in her refrigerator or silkworms could be
 found in a kitchen drawer.Elinor was a 60-year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha sorority where she 
played a very active role throughout her life doing philanthropic works 
like delivering meals on wheels to seniors.Elinor was conflicted… about her favorite sports team. She was loyal to 
her Jayhawks but the Sun Devils were her favorite. In her free time, she
 enjoyed gardening, camping, music, square dancing with Boyd, reptiles, 
and reading novels.&nbsp;&nbsp;In her retirement, she would have monthly lunches with her friends or 
her group of retired teachers, loved her dogs, and enjoyed her annual 
trip to San Diego.Elinor is proceeded in death by her husband Boyd, her eldest son Greg and her two brothers.She is survived by children Carmen, Connie Jo (Jerry), Cathy (Tom) 
and Galen (Claudine), grandchildren Tom, Patricia, Melissa (Daniel), 
Michael &amp; Mitchell. Great-grandchildren Nadia, Cooper, Natasha &amp;
 Daniel, sister-in-law, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on March 12, 2022, in the Dighton Cemetery in Dighton, Kansas.

Elinor Marie Reifschneider 

Johnny Ray "Big John" Meier, 64, Catharine, died Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at his home.

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

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 </figure>Johnny Ray "Big John" Meier, 64, Catharine, died Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at his home.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Johnny Ray 'Big John' Meier

Gary Hashenberger, 78, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, February 21, 2022, at his home in Russell.

Gary was born on May 10, 1943, in Hill City, Kansas, the son of 
William and Metta (Dawson) Hashenberger.&nbsp; He grew up in Bogue, Kansas 
and graduated from Bogue High School.&nbsp; After high school, he served his 
country by enlisting in the United States Army.&nbsp; He worked as a pulling 
unit operator in the oil field industry.

He is survived by his brother Arthur Hashenberger and wife Kathy of Russell, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruby, 2 sisters and 6 
brothers. Cremation was selected by the family.&nbsp; No services are 
scheduled at this time.&nbsp; 

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

Gary Hashenberger, 78, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, February 21, 2022, at his home in Russell.Gary was born on May 10, 1943, in Hill City, Kansas, the son of 
William and Metta (Dawson) Hashenberger.&nbsp; He grew up in Bogue, Kansas 
and graduated from Bogue High School.&nbsp; After high school, he served his 
country by enlisting in the United States Army.&nbsp; He worked as a pulling 
unit operator in the oil field industry.He is survived by his brother Arthur Hashenberger and wife Kathy of Russell, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruby, 2 sisters and 6 
brothers. Cremation was selected by the family.&nbsp; No services are 
scheduled at this time.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas, is in charge of the arrangements.

Gary Hashenberger

Wednesday, May 19th, 1948-Thursday, March 10th, 2022

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/richard-roesch/4876529/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Wednesday, May 19th, 1948-Thursday, March 10th, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/richard-roesch/4876529/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Richard Lee 'Dick' Roesch

Tom “Roadie” Rodriguez, 82, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, at his home in Spearville, Kansas.

He was born on March 7, 1939, in Ness City, Kansas, the son of Ramon 
Gregory and Charlotte (Rocha) Rodriguez. He was a local resident moving 
to the country near Spearville in 1996. He attended high school in Ness 
City and was a very good football player and continued his love for 
football by supporting the Rams. Tom was also an avid KU Basketball fan 
and let everyone know it. He stood firm on his Catholic faith. He was a 
member of the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed doing archery, deer hunting and 
fishing. He loved living in the country and having his animals, 
especially his dogs and cats.

On November 15, 1958, he married Roberta Davenport at Sacred Heart in Dodge City, Kansas. She survives.

Survivors also include: 2 sons, Tom Rodriguez and wife Melissa and 
Robert “Bob” Rodriguez and wife Angie both of Dodge City, Kansas; and 
one daughter, Yvonne Clemons, Dodge City, Kansas; 11&nbsp; &nbsp;Grandchildren; 
and many great, and great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Shane Clemons.

There will be no public viewing, cremation has taken place. There 
will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, March 18, 2022, from
 1:00 to 3:00 pm with the family present at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 
Dodge City, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials to Dodge City Veterinary Clinic in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Tom “Roadie” Rodriguez, 82, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, at his home in Spearville, Kansas.He was born on March 7, 1939, in Ness City, Kansas, the son of Ramon 
Gregory and Charlotte (Rocha) Rodriguez. He was a local resident moving 
to the country near Spearville in 1996. He attended high school in Ness 
City and was a very good football player and continued his love for 
football by supporting the Rams. Tom was also an avid KU Basketball fan 
and let everyone know it. He stood firm on his Catholic faith. He was a 
member of the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed doing archery, deer hunting and 
fishing. He loved living in the country and having his animals, 
especially his dogs and cats.On November 15, 1958, he married Roberta Davenport at Sacred Heart in Dodge City, Kansas. She survives.Survivors also include: 2 sons, Tom Rodriguez and wife Melissa and 
Robert “Bob” Rodriguez and wife Angie both of Dodge City, Kansas; and 
one daughter, Yvonne Clemons, Dodge City, Kansas; 11&nbsp; &nbsp;Grandchildren; 
and many great, and great-great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Shane Clemons.There will be no public viewing, cremation has taken place. There 
will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, March 18, 2022, from
 1:00 to 3:00 pm with the family present at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 
Dodge City, Kansas.The family suggests memorials to Dodge City Veterinary Clinic in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Tom 'Roadie' Rodriguez

Evelyn Ada “Bum” Goll, 97, of Phillipsburg, died on Friday, 
March 4, 2022, at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Phillipsburg.

 Memorial services will be on Saturday, March 26, at 10:30 at Zion Lutheran Church in Phillipsburg with Pastor Lee Bennight officiating.&nbsp; Bum and her husband, Burnell, will be laid to rest at Olive Branch Cemetery near Kensington following the luncheon and fellowship. 

Evelyn Ada Madison was born on July 27, 1924, to William 
“Mackie” and Jessie (Christoffersen) Madison in Phillips County, KS.&nbsp; 
Her formative years were in Pudville where she attended the Gooder 
School and got her nickname Bum. Evelyn graduated from 
Kensington High School with the Class of 1944. Bum attended her 75th 
Class Reunion in 2019 where she was the oldest Goldbug in attendance.

Bum worked for Rietzke’s Grocery Store and Waite’s Sundrie in Kensington.&nbsp;
 She and Cleo Dressel were united in marriage on December 21, 1946.&nbsp; 
Cleo died on April 24, 1953.&nbsp; Bum and Burnell were married on August 18,
 1955, in an outdoor ceremony by the parsonage of St. John’s Lutheran 
Church in Kensington.&nbsp; Bum played in a softball game that afternoon 
hitting a home run to win the game for her team. They celebrated 65 
Years of Marriage Together in 2020.

Bum and Burnell moved to Pueblo, CO, for Burnell to attend Union Pacific Railroad Telegraph School.&nbsp; Their son Micheal Elwin “Mike”
 was born on March 11,1957.&nbsp; The Golls moved back to Kensington until 
Burnell began working for CRA, Inc. Refinery and the family moved to 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; On May 13, 1959, their daughter Michela
 Jean “Mick” was born.&nbsp; Evelyn was baptized with her daughter, 
confirmed, and became a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Phillipsburg 
on March 26, 1961.

Bum was the ultimate full time loving Mom.&nbsp; 
She and Burnell enjoyed watching sports and following their children and
 grandchildren as they participated in many activities. She enjoyed 
spending time with her family and cooking for them. Playing Pokeno or 
cards with her friends, going to Bingo, and sharing a visit over a cup 
of coffee were highlights of her day. Bum was athletic and played 
softball and tennis through the years. She loved walking every day and 
playing Word Search.&nbsp; She and Burnell enjoyed hunting, fishing, and 
camping.&nbsp; Her faith in God and her family were very important to her. 
She was so proud to become a Great Grandma to Brooklyn Elizabeth and 
Bailey Samantha.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Evelyn and Burnell became residents of Phillips County 
Retirement Center on October 1, 2020.&nbsp; Bum joined Burnell so he did not 
have to quarantine by himself due to COVID.&nbsp; As fate would have it, 
Burnell died of COVID on January 6, 2021.&nbsp; On January 14, Bum moved in 
with her daughter, Mick, and son-in-law, Joel,
 for which she was so grateful. They shared many hours reminiscing about
 family, recipes, ball games—you name it. Bum enjoyed it when Mike, 
Brenda, and family came to visit as well as their video phone calls. She
 was always smiling.

Survivors include her two children, Micheal (Brenda) Goll of 
Salina, KS, and Michela (Joel) Hiesterman of Phillipsburg, KS; her 
sister, Carrie “Nette” Philbrick of Sidney, NE; three grandsons, 
Chandler (Carissa) Brass of Stockton, KS, Connor (Mary Claire) Brass of 
North Kansas City, MO, Spencer Brass of Los Angeles, CA, and two great 
granddaughters, Brooklyn and Bailey Brass of Stockton, KS; 
brother-in-law &amp; sister-in-law; Lawrence and Kay Goll of Blue Hill, NE,
 along with nieces, nephews, family and friends, and the Hospice 
personnel that were so good to Bum. She will be dearly missed by all 
those that knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Burnell, first husband, Cleo, her parents, sister, Kathleen “Kassie” Bronson, and infant brother, Merval Madison.&nbsp;In-Laws: Walter “Fat” Bronson, Charles “Chuck” Philbrick, Myrnah and Eldon Ratliff, Naomi and Don Seibrass, and Lloyd and Luetta Dressel.

The Family has chosen Hospice Services, Inc. for their memorial. 

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 </figure>Evelyn Ada “Bum” Goll, 97, of Phillipsburg, died on Friday, 
March 4, 2022, at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Phillipsburg. Memorial services will be on Saturday, March 26, at 10:30 at Zion Lutheran Church in Phillipsburg with Pastor Lee Bennight officiating.&nbsp; Bum and her husband, Burnell, will be laid to rest at Olive Branch Cemetery near Kensington following the luncheon and fellowship. Evelyn Ada Madison was born on July 27, 1924, to William 
“Mackie” and Jessie (Christoffersen) Madison in Phillips County, KS.&nbsp; 
Her formative years were in Pudville where she attended the Gooder 
School and got her nickname Bum. Evelyn graduated from 
Kensington High School with the Class of 1944. Bum attended her 75th 
Class Reunion in 2019 where she was the oldest Goldbug in attendance.Bum worked for Rietzke’s Grocery Store and Waite’s Sundrie in Kensington.&nbsp;
 She and Cleo Dressel were united in marriage on December 21, 1946.&nbsp; 
Cleo died on April 24, 1953.&nbsp; Bum and Burnell were married on August 18,
 1955, in an outdoor ceremony by the parsonage of St. John’s Lutheran 
Church in Kensington.&nbsp; Bum played in a softball game that afternoon 
hitting a home run to win the game for her team. They celebrated 65 
Years of Marriage Together in 2020.Bum and Burnell moved to Pueblo, CO, for Burnell to attend Union Pacific Railroad Telegraph School.&nbsp; Their son Micheal Elwin “Mike”
 was born on March 11,1957.&nbsp; The Golls moved back to Kensington until 
Burnell began working for CRA, Inc. Refinery and the family moved to 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; On May 13, 1959, their daughter Michela
 Jean “Mick” was born.&nbsp; Evelyn was baptized with her daughter, 
confirmed, and became a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Phillipsburg 
on March 26, 1961.Bum was the ultimate full time loving Mom.&nbsp; 
She and Burnell enjoyed watching sports and following their children and
 grandchildren as they participated in many activities. She enjoyed 
spending time with her family and cooking for them. Playing Pokeno or 
cards with her friends, going to Bingo, and sharing a visit over a cup 
of coffee were highlights of her day. Bum was athletic and played 
softball and tennis through the years. She loved walking every day and 
playing Word Search.&nbsp; She and Burnell enjoyed hunting, fishing, and 
camping.&nbsp; Her faith in God and her family were very important to her. 
She was so proud to become a Great Grandma to Brooklyn Elizabeth and 
Bailey Samantha.&nbsp;&nbsp;Evelyn and Burnell became residents of Phillips County 
Retirement Center on October 1, 2020.&nbsp; Bum joined Burnell so he did not 
have to quarantine by himself due to COVID.&nbsp; As fate would have it, 
Burnell died of COVID on January 6, 2021.&nbsp; On January 14, Bum moved in 
with her daughter, Mick, and son-in-law, Joel,
 for which she was so grateful. They shared many hours reminiscing about
 family, recipes, ball games—you name it. Bum enjoyed it when Mike, 
Brenda, and family came to visit as well as their video phone calls. She
 was always smiling.Survivors include her two children, Micheal (Brenda) Goll of 
Salina, KS, and Michela (Joel) Hiesterman of Phillipsburg, KS; her 
sister, Carrie “Nette” Philbrick of Sidney, NE; three grandsons, 
Chandler (Carissa) Brass of Stockton, KS, Connor (Mary Claire) Brass of 
North Kansas City, MO, Spencer Brass of Los Angeles, CA, and two great 
granddaughters, Brooklyn and Bailey Brass of Stockton, KS; 
brother-in-law &amp; sister-in-law; Lawrence and Kay Goll of Blue Hill, NE,
 along with nieces, nephews, family and friends, and the Hospice 
personnel that were so good to Bum. She will be dearly missed by all 
those that knew and loved her.She was preceded in death by her husband, Burnell, first husband, Cleo, her parents, sister, Kathleen “Kassie” Bronson, and infant brother, Merval Madison.&nbsp;In-Laws: Walter “Fat” Bronson, Charles “Chuck” Philbrick, Myrnah and Eldon Ratliff, Naomi and Don Seibrass, and Lloyd and Luetta Dressel.The Family has chosen Hospice Services, Inc. for their memorial.

Evelyn Ada 'Bum' Goll

Virgil F. Lang, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away 
peacefully with his wife by his side on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. He was
 83. Virgil was one of 12 children born to Mike and Emma Lang in Hays, 
Kansas on May 28, 1938. 
After graduating from high school Virgil proudly dedicated his time 
serving his country in the United States Navy. Many years later he would
 enjoy spending time with his fellow veterans at The American Legion 
Tirey J. Ford Post 21. After his discharge from the navy Virgil 
immediately began his career at Southwestern Bell Telephone Company 
/AT&amp;T/ Lucent. He held a position there for over 30 years before 
retiring in 1989. Virgil was a hard worker, an avid fisherman and a 
collector. He had an astounding collection of coins, belt buckles and 
western novels. Virgil was also a sports enthusiast and enjoyed watching
 boxing, UFC matches and cheering on his favorite football team, the 
Kansas City Chiefs. Of course watching sports was always better when he 
had Minsky’s hamburger pizza in hand though. Virgil never took a day for
 granted and didn’t hesitate to get down on the floor to play with his 
grandchildren. Virgil loved his family fiercely. He will be greatly 
missed by all his family and beloved friends. 
Virgil is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rose; daughters, Pamela 
Graham (Stephen), Carolyn Compton, Michelle Brennan; son, Chuck Lang 
(Cathy); step-sons, Joe Feagles (Dani), Allen Sharp; sisters, Edna 
Critchfield, Irma Silkman; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. 
He is preceded in death by his parents and many siblings. 
A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 10th from 1-2pm at 
<a href="https://www.speakschapel.com/memorials/virgil-lang/4874345/index.php">Carson-Speaks Chapel.</a> Funeral service will begin at 2pm with burial to 
follow at Mount Washington Cemetery.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Virgil F. Lang, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away 
peacefully with his wife by his side on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. He was
 83. Virgil was one of 12 children born to Mike and Emma Lang in Hays, 
Kansas on May 28, 1938. 
After graduating from high school Virgil proudly dedicated his time 
serving his country in the United States Navy. Many years later he would
 enjoy spending time with his fellow veterans at The American Legion 
Tirey J. Ford Post 21. After his discharge from the navy Virgil 
immediately began his career at Southwestern Bell Telephone Company 
/AT&amp;T/ Lucent. He held a position there for over 30 years before 
retiring in 1989. Virgil was a hard worker, an avid fisherman and a 
collector. He had an astounding collection of coins, belt buckles and 
western novels. Virgil was also a sports enthusiast and enjoyed watching
 boxing, UFC matches and cheering on his favorite football team, the 
Kansas City Chiefs. Of course watching sports was always better when he 
had Minsky’s hamburger pizza in hand though. Virgil never took a day for
 granted and didn’t hesitate to get down on the floor to play with his 
grandchildren. Virgil loved his family fiercely. He will be greatly 
missed by all his family and beloved friends. 
Virgil is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rose; daughters, Pamela 
Graham (Stephen), Carolyn Compton, Michelle Brennan; son, Chuck Lang 
(Cathy); step-sons, Joe Feagles (Dani), Allen Sharp; sisters, Edna 
Critchfield, Irma Silkman; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. 
He is preceded in death by his parents and many siblings. 
A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 10th from 1-2pm at 
<a href="https://www.speakschapel.com/memorials/virgil-lang/4874345/index.php">Carson-Speaks Chapel.</a> Funeral service will begin at 2pm with burial to 
follow at Mount Washington Cemetery.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Virgil F. Lang

Blanche Elizabeth Zerr, 91, of Grainfield, died Monday, March 7, 2022, 
at the Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care, in Quinter, KS. She 
was born during the dirty thirties, on October 31, 1930, in Hill City, 
KS, and was the first born of Joseph and Elizabeth (Dinkel) Richmeier. 
She grew up in St. Peter, KS and attended St. Anthony’s Catholic School 
there, where she learned her prayers and received her sacraments. After 
the 8th grade, at age 12, Blanche was sent to live with a group of young
 girls at a convent in Topeka, KS, where she worked at a hospital and 
sent the money she earned home to help support her family. Blanche was 
homesick, so after six months she was transferred to Hays, KS, to be 
closer to her family. She lived and worked there until she was 17. 
In May of 1947, Blanche met Peter C. Zerr at the wedding of Clem and 
Pauline Zerr. On November 16, 1948, shortly after Blanche turned 18, 
they were married in the basement of St. Anthony’s School, in St. Peter,
 because the church was being rebuilt. Blanche fondly recalled her and 
Peter praying together with both of their parents before the wedding. 
The couple continued to carry on the faith to their own family. They 
were blessed with five children (though they initially both wanted 14). 
Blanche was a true model for her family in the way she lived her 
Catholic faith, following the 10 commandments, praying, and sharing her 
devotion for the rosary. 
Blanche was an excellent farm wife. She was hard working and always 
filled in wherever she was needed. She milked the dairy cows, raised a 
large garden, cooked full meals for her family and the hired hands, all 
while maintaining the household and attending all her children’s events.
 She loved spending time with her family on Sundays, going to church and
 attending get-togethers. Blanche lived for her children and later her 
grandchildren and was always there to support them in their endeavors. 
She was a member of the Go-Getters EHU, Hackberry Hoppers, Grainfield 
Tri S Federated Women’s Club, Immaculate Conception Altar Society and 
later the St. Agnes Ladies. 
Blanche was preceded in death by her parents; husband Peter; son Keith 
Zerr; daughter-in-law Karen Zerr and sisters, Luella Kinderknecht, 
Carmella Jones and Clarita Kollhoff. 
She is survived by her sons, Dennis Zerr, of Garden City, KS, Kevin Zerr
 (Peggy Huelsman), of Perry, KS and Darren (Sherri) Zerr, of Baldwin 
City, KS; daughter Lynette (Terry) Steinbrecher, of Denver, CO; 
daughter-in-law Jacky Zerr; sister Eileen Bellairs; brothers, Edwin and 
Larry Richmeier; ten grandchildren, Chad Zerr, Mike (Tiffany) Zerr, 
Christopher (Ines) Wildeman, Kelly Steinbrecher, Gregory (Casi) 
Wildeman, Jordan Zerr, Jason (Whitney) Zerr, Kenton (Jennifer) Zerr, 
Kaitlyn (Keaton) Knott and Kirsten Zerr (fiancé Collin Schmidt) and 11 
great grandchildren. 
Visitation will be from 5-7:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., 
followed by a Vigil, Friday, March 11, 2022, at the St. Agnes Religious 
Education Center, in Grainfield. Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m. Saturday, 
March 12, 2022, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Grainfield, with burial in
 the Grainfield City Cemetery.

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

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Blanche Elizabeth Zerr, 91, of Grainfield, died Monday, March 7, 2022, 
at the Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care, in Quinter, KS. She 
was born during the dirty thirties, on October 31, 1930, in Hill City, 
KS, and was the first born of Joseph and Elizabeth (Dinkel) Richmeier. 
She grew up in St. Peter, KS and attended St. Anthony’s Catholic School 
there, where she learned her prayers and received her sacraments. After 
the 8th grade, at age 12, Blanche was sent to live with a group of young
 girls at a convent in Topeka, KS, where she worked at a hospital and 
sent the money she earned home to help support her family. Blanche was 
homesick, so after six months she was transferred to Hays, KS, to be 
closer to her family. She lived and worked there until she was 17. 
In May of 1947, Blanche met Peter C. Zerr at the wedding of Clem and 
Pauline Zerr. On November 16, 1948, shortly after Blanche turned 18, 
they were married in the basement of St. Anthony’s School, in St. Peter,
 because the church was being rebuilt. Blanche fondly recalled her and 
Peter praying together with both of their parents before the wedding. 
The couple continued to carry on the faith to their own family. They 
were blessed with five children (though they initially both wanted 14). 
Blanche was a true model for her family in the way she lived her 
Catholic faith, following the 10 commandments, praying, and sharing her 
devotion for the rosary. 
Blanche was an excellent farm wife. She was hard working and always 
filled in wherever she was needed. She milked the dairy cows, raised a 
large garden, cooked full meals for her family and the hired hands, all 
while maintaining the household and attending all her children’s events.
 She loved spending time with her family on Sundays, going to church and
 attending get-togethers. Blanche lived for her children and later her 
grandchildren and was always there to support them in their endeavors. 
She was a member of the Go-Getters EHU, Hackberry Hoppers, Grainfield 
Tri S Federated Women’s Club, Immaculate Conception Altar Society and 
later the St. Agnes Ladies. 
Blanche was preceded in death by her parents; husband Peter; son Keith 
Zerr; daughter-in-law Karen Zerr and sisters, Luella Kinderknecht, 
Carmella Jones and Clarita Kollhoff. 
She is survived by her sons, Dennis Zerr, of Garden City, KS, Kevin Zerr
 (Peggy Huelsman), of Perry, KS and Darren (Sherri) Zerr, of Baldwin 
City, KS; daughter Lynette (Terry) Steinbrecher, of Denver, CO; 
daughter-in-law Jacky Zerr; sister Eileen Bellairs; brothers, Edwin and 
Larry Richmeier; ten grandchildren, Chad Zerr, Mike (Tiffany) Zerr, 
Christopher (Ines) Wildeman, Kelly Steinbrecher, Gregory (Casi) 
Wildeman, Jordan Zerr, Jason (Whitney) Zerr, Kenton (Jennifer) Zerr, 
Kaitlyn (Keaton) Knott and Kirsten Zerr (fiancé Collin Schmidt) and 11 
great grandchildren. 
Visitation will be from 5-7:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., 
followed by a Vigil, Friday, March 11, 2022, at the St. Agnes Religious 
Education Center, in Grainfield. Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m. Saturday, 
March 12, 2022, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Grainfield, with burial in
 the Grainfield City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the St. Agnes 
Church or the Grainfield American Legion 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;

Blanche Elizabeth Zerr

Margaret Ann Snyder, 85 passed away March&nbsp; 10, 2022, at Scott County 
Hospital surrounded by her family. &nbsp;She was born November 15, 1936, in 
Geneseo KS, to Chet and Gladys Heitschmidt. &nbsp;

She graduated from Geneseo High School in 1954 and continued her 
education at Southwestern College in Winfield with a Bachelor of Arts, 
Cum Laude in Elementary Education.&nbsp; While at Southwestern, she was one 
of three selected to study a semester in Washington DC.&nbsp; She also used 
her piano skills to participate in talent competitions.&nbsp; It was while 
she was in college that she met “the love of her life”, Jerry Snyder.&nbsp; 
She taught in Winfield, Great Bend, and Larned before stopping to have 
her 2 daughters, Cheryl and Dawna.&nbsp;

The Snyder’s moved to Scott City in 1969 from Pawnee Rock, with Jerry
 finishing his advanced degree in Hays during the summers.&nbsp; Since the 
family only had one car, Margaret and the girls spent several summers 
riding bikes and walking everywhere.&nbsp; Margaret resumed teaching at Scott
 City in 1974.&nbsp; She was awarded a Master Teacher award in 1993. She 
retired in 2003 after 34 years of teaching.&nbsp; Margaret enjoyed trips with
 Jerry and the girls, photography, flowers, playing piano for the early 
service at church, and later in life, reading the Scott County Record 
and going to Dairy Queen where she had lots of friends.&nbsp;

She is survived by her spouse of 64 years, Jerry, her daughters Dawna
 Snyder, and Cheryl Darbro, Cheryl’s partner Mike Calvin, a sister 
Barbara Miles, sister-in-law Cina Snyder, 2 nieces, 3 nephews, their 
spouses, and caregiver Becky Hutchins.

Funeral will be Saturday, Mar 12, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the 1st 
United Methodist Church, Scott City, with Larry Danforth officiating.&nbsp; 
Graveside service will follow.&nbsp; 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests 
memorials to the Scott City United Methodist Women, the Scott County 
Library, or the Scott County Historical Society.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Margaret Ann Snyder, 85 passed away March&nbsp; 10, 2022, at Scott County 
Hospital surrounded by her family. &nbsp;She was born November 15, 1936, in 
Geneseo KS, to Chet and Gladys Heitschmidt. &nbsp;She graduated from Geneseo High School in 1954 and continued her 
education at Southwestern College in Winfield with a Bachelor of Arts, 
Cum Laude in Elementary Education.&nbsp; While at Southwestern, she was one 
of three selected to study a semester in Washington DC.&nbsp; She also used 
her piano skills to participate in talent competitions.&nbsp; It was while 
she was in college that she met “the love of her life”, Jerry Snyder.&nbsp; 
She taught in Winfield, Great Bend, and Larned before stopping to have 
her 2 daughters, Cheryl and Dawna.&nbsp;The Snyder’s moved to Scott City in 1969 from Pawnee Rock, with Jerry
 finishing his advanced degree in Hays during the summers.&nbsp; Since the 
family only had one car, Margaret and the girls spent several summers 
riding bikes and walking everywhere.&nbsp; Margaret resumed teaching at Scott
 City in 1974.&nbsp; She was awarded a Master Teacher award in 1993. She 
retired in 2003 after 34 years of teaching.&nbsp; Margaret enjoyed trips with
 Jerry and the girls, photography, flowers, playing piano for the early 
service at church, and later in life, reading the Scott County Record 
and going to Dairy Queen where she had lots of friends.&nbsp;She is survived by her spouse of 64 years, Jerry, her daughters Dawna
 Snyder, and Cheryl Darbro, Cheryl’s partner Mike Calvin, a sister 
Barbara Miles, sister-in-law Cina Snyder, 2 nieces, 3 nephews, their 
spouses, and caregiver Becky Hutchins.Funeral will be Saturday, Mar 12, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the 1st 
United Methodist Church, Scott City, with Larry Danforth officiating.&nbsp; 
Graveside service will follow.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests 
memorials to the Scott City United Methodist Women, the Scott County 
Library, or the Scott County Historical Society.

Margaret Ann Snyder

Lucy Mary Peck, 100, Salina, died Tuesday, March 8, 
2022. She was born on November 4, 1921, in Selden, KS. to Jacob and 
Catherine (Goscha) Koerperich. Lucy and William Peck were married on 
August 26, 1949. Bill preceded her in death in 2007.

Lucy worked for both Asbury and St. John’s Hospitals in housekeeping. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral.

She was preceded in death by a son, Dennis; and two grandchildren, Jeremiah and Jamie Peck; and four sisters and a brother.

Survivors include three sons; Robert and wife, Cindy, Salina; Melvin 
and wife, Margaret, Assaria, and Donald and wife, Leigh, Newton; and a 
daughter, Barbara Bradbury and her husband, Bob, Salina. Her 
grandchildren are Eli (Amber) Peck, Aaron (Michelle) Peck, Christopher 
Peck, Joshua (Nichole) Peck, James (Marisa) Pickrell, Justin (Sarah) 
Pickrell, Lucas (Morgan) Bradbury, Joshua Bradbury, Bobbie Kay Bradbury,
 Jennifer (Dave) Collins and Jessica (Jeff) Reimer. She has 24 great 
grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday 
morning March 12, 2022, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral. A Rosary 
service will be held in the church at 9:30 a.m. that morning prior to 
the Mass. Friends may call at the church from 9:00 pm until the hour of 
the Mass.

Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.

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 </figure>Lucy Mary Peck, 100, Salina, died Tuesday, March 8, 
2022. She was born on November 4, 1921, in Selden, KS. to Jacob and 
Catherine (Goscha) Koerperich. Lucy and William Peck were married on 
August 26, 1949. Bill preceded her in death in 2007.Lucy worked for both Asbury and St. John’s Hospitals in housekeeping. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral.She was preceded in death by a son, Dennis; and two grandchildren, Jeremiah and Jamie Peck; and four sisters and a brother.Survivors include three sons; Robert and wife, Cindy, Salina; Melvin 
and wife, Margaret, Assaria, and Donald and wife, Leigh, Newton; and a 
daughter, Barbara Bradbury and her husband, Bob, Salina. Her 
grandchildren are Eli (Amber) Peck, Aaron (Michelle) Peck, Christopher 
Peck, Joshua (Nichole) Peck, James (Marisa) Pickrell, Justin (Sarah) 
Pickrell, Lucas (Morgan) Bradbury, Joshua Bradbury, Bobbie Kay Bradbury,
 Jennifer (Dave) Collins and Jessica (Jeff) Reimer. She has 24 great 
grandchildren and one great great grandchild.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday 
morning March 12, 2022, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral. A Rosary 
service will be held in the church at 9:30 a.m. that morning prior to 
the Mass. Friends may call at the church from 9:00 pm until the hour of 
the Mass.Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.

Lucy Mary Peck

Patricia Coker, 78, died March 6, 2022, at Research Medical Center in 
Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on February 4, 1944, at Loretta, 
Kansas, the daughter of Severin Sr. and Adeline (Befort) Werth.

She married Donald Coker on April 18, 1964 in Schoenchen, Kansas. He 
preceded her in death on October 10, 2007. Mrs. Coker enjoyed knitting 
and gardening and shopping in her spare time. She loved spending time 
with her family.

She was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe of Dodge City.

She is survived by two daughters Carrie Koehn and husband Doyle of 
Montezuma; Tammie Spire and husband Richard of Belton, Missouri as well,
 as two sisters Darlene Williams of Olathe, Kansas; Sharon Unrein of 
Louisberg, Kansas and one brother Severin Werth Jr and companion 
Marjorie Dansel of Hays, Kansas. She is also survived by four 
grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Donald Coker.

Funeral Mass will be held at Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe on 
Saturday March 12, 2022, at 10:00 AM with Fr. Rudin Din presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at St. Andrew's Cemetery in Wright. Visitation will 
be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday, March 11, 2022, from 12:00 PM 
to 4:00 PM. Vigil service will be held at 7:00 PM Friday, March 11, 2022,&nbsp; at Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe. 

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

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 </figure>Patricia Coker, 78, died March 6, 2022, at Research Medical Center in 
Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on February 4, 1944, at Loretta, 
Kansas, the daughter of Severin Sr. and Adeline (Befort) Werth.She married Donald Coker on April 18, 1964 in Schoenchen, Kansas. He 
preceded her in death on October 10, 2007. Mrs. Coker enjoyed knitting 
and gardening and shopping in her spare time. She loved spending time 
with her family.She was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe of Dodge City.She is survived by two daughters Carrie Koehn and husband Doyle of 
Montezuma; Tammie Spire and husband Richard of Belton, Missouri as well,
 as two sisters Darlene Williams of Olathe, Kansas; Sharon Unrein of 
Louisberg, Kansas and one brother Severin Werth Jr and companion 
Marjorie Dansel of Hays, Kansas. She is also survived by four 
grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Donald Coker.Funeral Mass will be held at Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe on 
Saturday March 12, 2022, at 10:00 AM with Fr. Rudin Din presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at St. Andrew's Cemetery in Wright. Visitation will 
be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday, March 11, 2022, from 12:00 PM 
to 4:00 PM. Vigil service will be held at 7:00 PM Friday, March 11, 2022,&nbsp; at Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Memorials are suggested to St. 
Andrews Cemetery Fund in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and 
memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Patricia Coker

Linda Sue Boone, 77, Hays, Kansas, 
passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Rush County 
Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp;

Linda was born on April 10, 1944, in 
Oakland, California, the daughter of Wayne Greer and Marie (Harris) 
Boone. She spent most of her childhood years in the Wilburton, Oklahoma 
area and graduated from Velma-Alma High School, Velma, Oklahoma.&nbsp; She 
earned an Associate Degree in Business from Dodge City Community College
 and a Bachelor degree in Business from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; She
 made her home in Hays in the 60’s, usually near her sister Mary and 
brother-in-law Gail.&nbsp; While employed in the office of Drs. Siler, Watts,
 and Applegate, Northwestern Office Suppliers, and Golden Plains Credit 
Union, she developed relationships with many people in the Ellis County 
area.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda was a long-time member of the 
Episcopal Church, attending St. Michael’s Church in Hays, Kansas, and 
Saints Mary and Martha Church in Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; She served her church 
in a variety of roles and cherished her time at Diocesan events.&nbsp; She 
had a heart full of generosity and lived out Jesus’ words in John 7:38, 
Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water 
will flow from within them. &nbsp;Linda donated her time and money to 
numerous charities, contributed faithfully to shelters, food banks, and 
countless fundraisers, and organized help for those who needed more than
 she could provide. &nbsp;She was also a dedicated blood bank donor.&nbsp;&nbsp; In her
 free time, Linda enjoyed visiting her Boone family and organizing their
 biennial family reunions, spoiled her great nieces and nephew, and 
loved to read.

Survivors include her brother-in-law: 
Gail Schwindt of Timken, nephew: Jeff Schwindt and wife Shelly of 
Olathe, niece: Elizabeth Cole and husband Ray of Lawrence, great nieces:
 Mallory Cobb and husband Riley of Lawrence, and Emily Schwindt of 
Olathe, great nephew: Cody Schwindt of Olathe, and a multitude of 
extended family and friends who lovingly knew her as Aunt Linda.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, sister: Mary Beth Schwindt, and several half-siblings: James T.
 Bynum, Dorothy M. Hooper, Juanita M. Williams, Wayne G. Boone, Jr, 
Billy T. Boone, John T. Boone, and their spouses.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Saturday, April 2, 2022, at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 2900 Canal 
Blvd., Hays.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium.&nbsp; The 
family will receive friends from 9:00 am until service time.&nbsp; 

Memorials 
are suggested to Saints Mary and Martha Episcopal Church in Larned or to
 St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Hays, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel
 Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Linda may be shared with the
 family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Linda Sue Boone, 77, Hays, Kansas, 
passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Rush County 
Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp;Linda was born on April 10, 1944, in 
Oakland, California, the daughter of Wayne Greer and Marie (Harris) 
Boone. She spent most of her childhood years in the Wilburton, Oklahoma 
area and graduated from Velma-Alma High School, Velma, Oklahoma.&nbsp; She 
earned an Associate Degree in Business from Dodge City Community College
 and a Bachelor degree in Business from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; She
 made her home in Hays in the 60’s, usually near her sister Mary and 
brother-in-law Gail.&nbsp; While employed in the office of Drs. Siler, Watts,
 and Applegate, Northwestern Office Suppliers, and Golden Plains Credit 
Union, she developed relationships with many people in the Ellis County 
area.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Linda was a long-time member of the 
Episcopal Church, attending St. Michael’s Church in Hays, Kansas, and 
Saints Mary and Martha Church in Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; She served her church 
in a variety of roles and cherished her time at Diocesan events.&nbsp; She 
had a heart full of generosity and lived out Jesus’ words in John 7:38, 
Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water 
will flow from within them. &nbsp;Linda donated her time and money to 
numerous charities, contributed faithfully to shelters, food banks, and 
countless fundraisers, and organized help for those who needed more than
 she could provide. &nbsp;She was also a dedicated blood bank donor.&nbsp;&nbsp; In her
 free time, Linda enjoyed visiting her Boone family and organizing their
 biennial family reunions, spoiled her great nieces and nephew, and 
loved to read.Survivors include her brother-in-law: 
Gail Schwindt of Timken, nephew: Jeff Schwindt and wife Shelly of 
Olathe, niece: Elizabeth Cole and husband Ray of Lawrence, great nieces:
 Mallory Cobb and husband Riley of Lawrence, and Emily Schwindt of 
Olathe, great nephew: Cody Schwindt of Olathe, and a multitude of 
extended family and friends who lovingly knew her as Aunt Linda.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, sister: Mary Beth Schwindt, and several half-siblings: James T.
 Bynum, Dorothy M. Hooper, Juanita M. Williams, Wayne G. Boone, Jr, 
Billy T. Boone, John T. Boone, and their spouses.&nbsp;Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Saturday, April 2, 2022, at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 2900 Canal 
Blvd., Hays.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium.&nbsp; The 
family will receive friends from 9:00 am until service time.&nbsp; Memorials 
are suggested to Saints Mary and Martha Episcopal Church in Larned or to
 St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Hays, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel
 Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Linda may be shared with the
 family at www.haysmemorial.com

Linda Sue Boone

Helen Ruth Deitering, 86, of Piqua, Ohio, passed away at 9:03 p.m. Sunday, 
March 6, 2022, at Grandview Medical Center. She was born January 24, 1936,&nbsp; in Owensboro, Kentucky, to the late Joseph P. and Clara R. (Adams) 
Smith, Sr. She married Elmer H. Deitering August 31, 1957, in Dayton; and
 he preceded her in death July 10, 2015.

Survivors include two sons, Rick (Candy) Deitering of Covington, 
Chris (Shannon) Deitering of Hays, Kansas; two daughters, Victoria (Dan)
 Lowery-Hopkins of Tiffin, Jerri (Kevin) Barlage of Houston; ten 
grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and one sister, Miriam Lois 
(Gus) Campbell of Huber Heights. She was preceded in death by two 
brothers, Joseph and David.

Mrs. Deitering was a 1954 graduate of Catholic High School in 
Owensboro, Kentucky and attended the University of Dayton.&nbsp; She worked 
as a secretary at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. She was a dedicated 
homemaker, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her 
grandchildren and great grandchildren that meant the world to her. She 
was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church where she was heavily involved 
with many different committees and projects. She was a loving and caring
 woman who worked tirelessly as the primary caretaker for her mother, 
stepfather and her husband through their illnesses. She will be 
remembered for her love she showed to her family.

A graveside service to honor her life will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday,
 March 11, 2022, at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Tipp City with Rev. 
Fr. Daniel P. Hunt officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 
p.m. Friday at the Jamieson &amp; Yannucci Funeral Home. 

Memorial 
contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County Inc., 3230 N. 
County Rd. 25A, Troy, OH 45373. Guestbook condolences and expressions of
 sympathy, to be provided to the family, may be expressed through 
jamiesonandyannucci.com.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Helen Ruth Deitering, 86, of Piqua, Ohio, passed away at 9:03 p.m. Sunday, 
March 6, 2022, at Grandview Medical Center. She was born January 24, 1936,&nbsp; in Owensboro, Kentucky, to the late Joseph P. and Clara R. (Adams) 
Smith, Sr. She married Elmer H. Deitering August 31, 1957, in Dayton; and
 he preceded her in death July 10, 2015.Survivors include two sons, Rick (Candy) Deitering of Covington, 
Chris (Shannon) Deitering of Hays, Kansas; two daughters, Victoria (Dan)
 Lowery-Hopkins of Tiffin, Jerri (Kevin) Barlage of Houston; ten 
grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and one sister, Miriam Lois 
(Gus) Campbell of Huber Heights. She was preceded in death by two 
brothers, Joseph and David.Mrs. Deitering was a 1954 graduate of Catholic High School in 
Owensboro, Kentucky and attended the University of Dayton.&nbsp; She worked 
as a secretary at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. She was a dedicated 
homemaker, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her 
grandchildren and great grandchildren that meant the world to her. She 
was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church where she was heavily involved 
with many different committees and projects. She was a loving and caring
 woman who worked tirelessly as the primary caretaker for her mother, 
stepfather and her husband through their illnesses. She will be 
remembered for her love she showed to her family.A graveside service to honor her life will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday,
 March 11, 2022, at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Tipp City with Rev. 
Fr. Daniel P. Hunt officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 
p.m. Friday at the Jamieson &amp; Yannucci Funeral Home. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County Inc., 3230 N. 
County Rd. 25A, Troy, OH 45373. Guestbook condolences and expressions of
 sympathy, to be provided to the family, may be expressed through 
jamiesonandyannucci.com.

Helen Ruth Deitering

Dalline Sullivan, 84, of Arlington, KS went to be with the Lord Jesus
 March 8, 2022. She was born January 15, 1938, in Hutchinson, KS. She 
graduated from Hays High School in 1956.

She was a cosmetologist her entire life until retirement only a few 
years ago. During her younger years, she was co-owner and manager of 
Sydney’s Beauty College in Hays, KS. Following that, she owned and 
operated salons in Hays, Pratt, and Arlington, KS.&nbsp;

Dalline was a member of city council in Arlington, as well as serving
 as mayor for a few years. She was involved with the housing authority 
and the senior center.&nbsp;

She loved to garden, and was always considered the green thumb of the
 family. Hobbies also included crocheting and making floral 
arrangements.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Ernestine 
Sullivan. Dalline is survived by her children, Lynnette Froome (John) of
 Salina, Kyle Unruh (Patricia) of Buhler; grandchildren Brandy Coker 
(Tony) of Hesston, Sara Howard (Casey) of Buhler, Vince Froome of 
Minneapolis, Dallas Froome of Salina and Peyton Froome of Salina; 
great-grandchildren Aziza, Aidan, Codi, Thayne and Jovey; brothers Duane
 Sullivan of Arlington, Danny Sullivan (Gail) of Great Bend and sister 
Deanna Mick of Hutchinson. Family was the most important thing to 
Dalline. She will be missed dearly by family and friends.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 
Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Robbie Fall officiating.&nbsp; Burial 
will follow in the Arlington Cemetery, Arlington, KS.&nbsp; Friends may sign 
the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House, 
Hutchinson, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott 
Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Dalline Sullivan, 84, of Arlington, KS went to be with the Lord Jesus
 March 8, 2022. She was born January 15, 1938, in Hutchinson, KS. She 
graduated from Hays High School in 1956.She was a cosmetologist her entire life until retirement only a few 
years ago. During her younger years, she was co-owner and manager of 
Sydney’s Beauty College in Hays, KS. Following that, she owned and 
operated salons in Hays, Pratt, and Arlington, KS.&nbsp;Dalline was a member of city council in Arlington, as well as serving
 as mayor for a few years. She was involved with the housing authority 
and the senior center.&nbsp;She loved to garden, and was always considered the green thumb of the
 family. Hobbies also included crocheting and making floral 
arrangements.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Ernestine 
Sullivan. Dalline is survived by her children, Lynnette Froome (John) of
 Salina, Kyle Unruh (Patricia) of Buhler; grandchildren Brandy Coker 
(Tony) of Hesston, Sara Howard (Casey) of Buhler, Vince Froome of 
Minneapolis, Dallas Froome of Salina and Peyton Froome of Salina; 
great-grandchildren Aziza, Aidan, Codi, Thayne and Jovey; brothers Duane
 Sullivan of Arlington, Danny Sullivan (Gail) of Great Bend and sister 
Deanna Mick of Hutchinson. Family was the most important thing to 
Dalline. She will be missed dearly by family and friends.&nbsp;Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 
Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Robbie Fall officiating.&nbsp; Burial 
will follow in the Arlington Cemetery, Arlington, KS.&nbsp; Friends may sign 
the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House, 
Hutchinson, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott 
Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Dalline Sullivan

Verna J. “Jean” Davis, age 92 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, and 
formerly of Lewis, Kansas, and Dodge City, Kansas, passed away early on 
Tuesday morning, March 8, 2022, at the University of Kansas Health 
Systems – Great Bend Campus in Great Bend.&nbsp; 

Jean was born on April 3, 
1929, at Lewis, Kansas, to John Lloyd and Stella Fern (Hainer) Robbins.&nbsp; 
She was a graduate of Lewis High School and lived in Lewis and Dodge 
City for most of her life. Jean was united in marriage to James A. Davis
 on February 23, 1952, at Clayton, New Mexico.&nbsp; Together the couple owned
 and operated several motels in Liberal and Dodge City, Kansas until 
their retirement in 2006.&nbsp; Jean dearly loved fishing on their pontoon 
boat, traveling and camping, and the couple also enjoyed their 
“part-time homes” in Brownsville, Texas and Springfield, Missouri.&nbsp;

Survivors include two sons:&nbsp; Mark (&amp; Karly) Davis of Salina, 
Kansas and Mike (&amp; Sylvia) Davis of Wichita, Kansas; two 
grandchildren:&nbsp; Alexus Davis and Jamie Davis; one great-grandson Noah 
Davis; and one brother William “W.R.” Robbins of Olathe, Kansas.&nbsp; Jean 
was preceded in death by her parents; her husband James A. Davis on 
January 16, 2010; her daughter Tammy Davis; one sister Betty Pauline 
Sloan and one brother Lloyd Ross Robbins.&nbsp;

Graveside funeral services will be at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, March 15, 
2022, at the Wayne Cemetery near Lewis, Kansas. &nbsp;According to Jean’s 
wishes, there will be no public visitation. &nbsp;The family requests 
memorials be directed to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Verna J. “Jean” Davis, age 92 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, and 
formerly of Lewis, Kansas, and Dodge City, Kansas, passed away early on 
Tuesday morning, March 8, 2022, at the University of Kansas Health 
Systems – Great Bend Campus in Great Bend.&nbsp; Jean was born on April 3, 
1929, at Lewis, Kansas, to John Lloyd and Stella Fern (Hainer) Robbins.&nbsp; 
She was a graduate of Lewis High School and lived in Lewis and Dodge 
City for most of her life. Jean was united in marriage to James A. Davis
 on February 23, 1952, at Clayton, New Mexico.&nbsp; Together the couple owned
 and operated several motels in Liberal and Dodge City, Kansas until 
their retirement in 2006.&nbsp; Jean dearly loved fishing on their pontoon 
boat, traveling and camping, and the couple also enjoyed their 
“part-time homes” in Brownsville, Texas and Springfield, Missouri.&nbsp;Survivors include two sons:&nbsp; Mark (&amp; Karly) Davis of Salina, 
Kansas and Mike (&amp; Sylvia) Davis of Wichita, Kansas; two 
grandchildren:&nbsp; Alexus Davis and Jamie Davis; one great-grandson Noah 
Davis; and one brother William “W.R.” Robbins of Olathe, Kansas.&nbsp; Jean 
was preceded in death by her parents; her husband James A. Davis on 
January 16, 2010; her daughter Tammy Davis; one sister Betty Pauline 
Sloan and one brother Lloyd Ross Robbins.&nbsp;Graveside funeral services will be at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, March 15, 
2022, at the Wayne Cemetery near Lewis, Kansas. &nbsp;According to Jean’s 
wishes, there will be no public visitation. &nbsp;The family requests 
memorials be directed to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;

Verna J. 'Jean' Davis

Katherine A. Henderson, age 53 years, of Great Bend, Kansas passed 
away suddenly on Thursday morning, February 24, 2022, at Bright Place 
North Care Facility in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; Katherine was born on September 
19, 1968, at Wichita, Kansas to Frederick L. (Fred) and Mary C. 
(Johnston) Reno.&nbsp; She lived in Norman, Oklahoma, several years and also 
in Tennessee prior to moving to Great Bend.&nbsp; Katherine graduated from 
Kingman High School at Kingman, Kansas in 1987, and later attended 
Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; She was united in marriage
 to Lee R. Henderson on February 19, 2011, at Great Bend.&nbsp; Katherine 
loved hiking, playing basketball, playing the piano and the saxophone, 
and singing.&nbsp; She was a member of Encounter Church in Great Bend.

Survivors include her husband, Lee R. Henderson of Great 
Bend, Kansas; one son, John L. Whyatt of Norman, Oklahoma and one 
daughter, Krissy (and her husband Travis) Schopf of Fort Polk, 
Louisiana; two grandchildren, Keana Schopf and Emily Schopf; her mother,
 Mary C. Reno of Larned, Kansas; two sisters:&nbsp; Nita (&amp; Rudi) Lenz of
 Booton Township, New Jersey and Stacy (&amp; Travis) Hamrick of Larned,
 Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Katherine was preceded in death by her 
father, Frederick L. (Fred) Reno in 2011.

Cremation has been chosen, and a Memorial Service will be 
held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to Encounter Church, 
602 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

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 </figure>Katherine A. Henderson, age 53 years, of Great Bend, Kansas passed 
away suddenly on Thursday morning, February 24, 2022, at Bright Place 
North Care Facility in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; Katherine was born on September 
19, 1968, at Wichita, Kansas to Frederick L. (Fred) and Mary C. 
(Johnston) Reno.&nbsp; She lived in Norman, Oklahoma, several years and also 
in Tennessee prior to moving to Great Bend.&nbsp; Katherine graduated from 
Kingman High School at Kingman, Kansas in 1987, and later attended 
Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; She was united in marriage
 to Lee R. Henderson on February 19, 2011, at Great Bend.&nbsp; Katherine 
loved hiking, playing basketball, playing the piano and the saxophone, 
and singing.&nbsp; She was a member of Encounter Church in Great Bend.Survivors include her husband, Lee R. Henderson of Great 
Bend, Kansas; one son, John L. Whyatt of Norman, Oklahoma and one 
daughter, Krissy (and her husband Travis) Schopf of Fort Polk, 
Louisiana; two grandchildren, Keana Schopf and Emily Schopf; her mother,
 Mary C. Reno of Larned, Kansas; two sisters:&nbsp; Nita (&amp; Rudi) Lenz of
 Booton Township, New Jersey and Stacy (&amp; Travis) Hamrick of Larned,
 Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Katherine was preceded in death by her 
father, Frederick L. (Fred) Reno in 2011.Cremation has been chosen, and a Memorial Service will be 
held at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to Encounter Church, 
602 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

Katherine A. Henderson

Paul D. Berkley, 91, formerly of Downs, passed away March 6, 2022.  He was born October 5, 1930, on a farm near Tescott, the son of H.J. and Paulina (Boller) Berkley. 

He is preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn in 2015; three brothers, Robert Berkley, Jack Berkley, Jerry Berkley, and sister, Arliene Matthews.

Paul is survived by his son Bill Berkley (Claudia) of Downs, Mary Berkley (Eryn and her daughter, Marian) of Salina; grandchildren Bradley Berkley (Lindy), Brandon Berkley (Laura) and Cara Filipski (Jon); great grandchildren, Bauer, Braden, Alexander, Carter and Lauren Berkley, Carsyn, Colby, Berkley Kate Filipski; brothers, Hal (Eleanor), Don (Pat), and Mike (Debbie); sisters-in-law, Lila Berkley and Eleanor Berkley and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church, Downs.  No Visitation.  Burial will be at the Franklin Cemetery, Tescott, at 2:30 p.m. on Friday afternoon.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to the Downs Senior Center and the United Methodist Church in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

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 </figure>Paul D. Berkley, 91, formerly of Downs, passed away March 6, 2022. He was born October 5, 1930, on a farm near Tescott, the son of H.J. and Paulina (Boller) Berkley. He was a retired banker and lawyer.He is preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn in 2015; three brothers, Robert Berkley, Jack Berkley, Jerry Berkley, and sister, Arliene Matthews.Paul is survived by his son Bill Berkley (Claudia) of Downs, Mary Berkley (Eryn and her daughter, Marian) of Salina; grandchildren Bradley Berkley (Lindy), Brandon Berkley (Laura) and Cara Filipski (Jon); great grandchildren, Bauer, Braden, Alexander, Carter and Lauren Berkley, Carsyn, Colby, Berkley Kate Filipski; brothers, Hal (Eleanor), Don (Pat), and Mike (Debbie); sisters-in-law, Lila Berkley and Eleanor Berkley and many nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held Friday, March 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church, Downs. No Visitation. Burial will be at the Franklin Cemetery, Tescott, at 2:30 p.m. on Friday afternoon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to the Downs Senior Center and the United Methodist Church in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, KS 67437.

Paul D. Berkley

Janet L. Seems, 84, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center, KS. Services are pending withe All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

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 </figure>Janet L. Seems, 84, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center, KS. Services are pending withe All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Janet L. Seems

James "Jim" Befort was born on April 
17, 1946, in Hays, KS to August and Helen (Pfeifer) Befort and died on 
Monday, February 7, 2022, at the age of 75, in UAB Hospital, Birmingham,
 AL, as a result of injuries suffered in a vehicle accident.

Jim grew up on a farm southwest of 
Hays, KS.&nbsp; As a farm boy he learned how to work.&nbsp; Working was also his 
hobby.&nbsp; He enjoyed remodeling/repairing on his house and of course, he 
did “honey do” jobs for his wife, his sister, his mother, and many 
others.&nbsp;

He graduated from Hays High School and 
Fort Hays State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business 
Administration.&nbsp; For over fifty years, he worked as an insurance 
executive for several insurance companies.&nbsp; He enjoyed what he did and 
over the years made many everlasting friendships.

On December 21, 1996, he married the 
love of his life Carol (Spies) Befort.&nbsp; They traveled to every state in 
the USA and went on numerous cruises. &nbsp;He also enjoyed attending car 
shows, shopping at the Farmer’s Market and visiting with friends and 
family.

&nbsp;Jim and his wife Carol were both 
excellent cooks and they loved to entertain their friends and family 
with tasty meals and delicious desserts.&nbsp;

Jim is survived by his wife Carol of 
the home, his sons Sean (Whitney) Befort, Kansas City, Mo; Matthew 
Befort of Seattle, Wash; and daughter Kristin (Thomas) Patrick New York 
City, NY; Stepson Kent (Michelle LePlume) Spies, Erie, Co; Stepdaughters
 Kandy (Brian) Biesterfeld, Broomfield, Co; Kari (Brian) Dean, Gilbert, 
AZ; Nicole Spies, Gulf Breeze, FL; his sister Alberta Klaus, Hays, KS; 
twelve grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his 
parents August and Helen Befort; brother George Befort; stepson Kevin 
Spies and brother-in-law Robert F Klaus.

Celebration of life will take place at 
Wilson Chapel UMC, Roebuck Historical Neighborhood, 412 Cumberland Dr, 
Birmingham, AL, on Friday, March 4, with visitation at 10:00 am followed 
by the service at 11:00 a.m.

A Celebration of life will take place 
at Brock’s Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, 
KS, with visitation Thursday, March 10 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and 
Friday, March 11, from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m.

Jim’s very good friend, Rev. Alex Oberneder of Birmingham, AL, will officiate both services.

Private inurnment will take place later at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Hays, KS.

The family suggest memorials to “Jim Befort’s Tools 2 Adults Program” organized by Gary Schmidt or the memorial of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or email keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645035942352.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>James "Jim" Befort was born on April 
17, 1946, in Hays, KS to August and Helen (Pfeifer) Befort and died on 
Monday, February 7, 2022, at the age of 75, in UAB Hospital, Birmingham,
 AL, as a result of injuries suffered in a vehicle accident.Jim grew up on a farm southwest of 
Hays, KS.&nbsp; As a farm boy he learned how to work.&nbsp; Working was also his 
hobby.&nbsp; He enjoyed remodeling/repairing on his house and of course, he 
did “honey do” jobs for his wife, his sister, his mother, and many 
others.&nbsp;He graduated from Hays High School and 
Fort Hays State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business 
Administration.&nbsp; For over fifty years, he worked as an insurance 
executive for several insurance companies.&nbsp; He enjoyed what he did and 
over the years made many everlasting friendships.On December 21, 1996, he married the 
love of his life Carol (Spies) Befort.&nbsp; They traveled to every state in 
the USA and went on numerous cruises. &nbsp;He also enjoyed attending car 
shows, shopping at the Farmer’s Market and visiting with friends and 
family.&nbsp;Jim and his wife Carol were both 
excellent cooks and they loved to entertain their friends and family 
with tasty meals and delicious desserts.&nbsp;Jim is survived by his wife Carol of 
the home, his sons Sean (Whitney) Befort, Kansas City, Mo; Matthew 
Befort of Seattle, Wash; and daughter Kristin (Thomas) Patrick New York 
City, NY; Stepson Kent (Michelle LePlume) Spies, Erie, Co; Stepdaughters
 Kandy (Brian) Biesterfeld, Broomfield, Co; Kari (Brian) Dean, Gilbert, 
AZ; Nicole Spies, Gulf Breeze, FL; his sister Alberta Klaus, Hays, KS; 
twelve grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.Jim was preceded in death by his 
parents August and Helen Befort; brother George Befort; stepson Kevin 
Spies and brother-in-law Robert F Klaus.Celebration of life will take place at 
Wilson Chapel UMC, Roebuck Historical Neighborhood, 412 Cumberland Dr, 
Birmingham, AL, on Friday, March 4, with visitation at 10:00 am followed 
by the service at 11:00 a.m.A Celebration of life will take place 
at Brock’s Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, 
KS, with visitation Thursday, March 10 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and 
Friday, March 11, from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m.Jim’s very good friend, Rev. Alex Oberneder of Birmingham, AL, will officiate both services.Private inurnment will take place later at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Hays, KS.The family suggest memorials to “Jim Befort’s Tools 2 Adults Program” organized by Gary Schmidt or the memorial of your choice.Condolences may be sent to www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or email keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James 'Jim' Befort 

Alan Leon Hartner, 70, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away Friday, March 4,
 2022, at his home, after battling cancer. He was a precious blonde baby
 born July 9, 1951, in Atwood, KS, to Clarence and Margaret (Riepl) 
Hartner, of Herndon, KS. Born one of seven children, Alan along with his
 siblings resided in Herndon and helped out with the family farm. 
He attended St. Mary’s grade school and was an alter boy. At an early 
age Alan and his best friend Les Lippold ran around together causing 
trouble where ever it could be found. Les was always by his side even up
 until he said goodbye. In high school Alan played basketball and 
football and during the summer he played Slow Pitch Softball for Ludell.
 He worked at the Herndon Co-Op and Pooch’s Egg Factory. In 1969 Alan 
graduated Herndon High and did one year at Fort Hays State University, 
before moving to Denver in 1971, where him and some of his best friends 
lived and worked together. He began working in the construction field 
which lead him to his main trade and love for completing drywall. While 
in Colorado, Alan met and wed Charlene Humphrey in 1981. In March 1982, 
they welcomed their first daughter Misty Dawn. Then in 1986 they also 
had the joy of welcoming their firecracker daughter, Michelle Danielle. 
In 1988, Alan along with one of his lifelong friends and business 
partner Dan Bunker started Complete Drywall Systems which is still in 
business today. 
Not only was he the most beloved father but also Pappy to his 
granddaughters Avery and Rysley. Alan was a hard-working, fun, loving, 
kindhearted man, who was a stranger to no-one, and a respected friend 
who was loved by all. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Jim and Jack 
Hartner; sister-in-law Mary Hartner; brother-in-law Jim Jefferies; 
nephew Rodney Horinek and nieces, Mercedes Hartner and Denise Francis. 
Left to celebrate his life are children, Misty Hartner, of Herndon, KS 
and Michelle (Ryan) Wilkinson, of Atwood, KS; two granddaughters, Avery 
Percival and Rysely Wilkinson, of Atwood, KS; sisters, Vivan Horinek, of
 Broomfield, CO, Christina (Kent) Wood, of Herndon, KS, Myrna (Les) 
Pettera, of Loveland, CO and Ardis Jefferies, of Overland Park, KS, and 
many friends, nieces and nephews. 
He loved his family, friends, his past time for pheasant hunting and his
 dog Beau Monde. His love of sports including the Broncos, Rockies, 
Avalanche, KU Basketball and his hometown. 
Visitation is 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022, at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church, Herndon, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Rosary will be 1:30 
p.m. and Funeral Mass will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Herndon, with burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery,
 Herndon. Memorials are suggested to the college fund of his 
granddaughters Avery Percival and Rysley Wilkinson, and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Online condolences: 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Alan Leon Hartner, 70, of Arvada, Colorado, passed away Friday, March 4,
 2022, at his home, after battling cancer. He was a precious blonde baby
 born July 9, 1951, in Atwood, KS, to Clarence and Margaret (Riepl) 
Hartner, of Herndon, KS. Born one of seven children, Alan along with his
 siblings resided in Herndon and helped out with the family farm. 
He attended St. Mary’s grade school and was an alter boy. At an early 
age Alan and his best friend Les Lippold ran around together causing 
trouble where ever it could be found. Les was always by his side even up
 until he said goodbye. In high school Alan played basketball and 
football and during the summer he played Slow Pitch Softball for Ludell.
 He worked at the Herndon Co-Op and Pooch’s Egg Factory. In 1969 Alan 
graduated Herndon High and did one year at Fort Hays State University, 
before moving to Denver in 1971, where him and some of his best friends 
lived and worked together. He began working in the construction field 
which lead him to his main trade and love for completing drywall. While 
in Colorado, Alan met and wed Charlene Humphrey in 1981. In March 1982, 
they welcomed their first daughter Misty Dawn. Then in 1986 they also 
had the joy of welcoming their firecracker daughter, Michelle Danielle. 
In 1988, Alan along with one of his lifelong friends and business 
partner Dan Bunker started Complete Drywall Systems which is still in 
business today. 
Not only was he the most beloved father but also Pappy to his 
granddaughters Avery and Rysley. Alan was a hard-working, fun, loving, 
kindhearted man, who was a stranger to no-one, and a respected friend 
who was loved by all. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Jim and Jack 
Hartner; sister-in-law Mary Hartner; brother-in-law Jim Jefferies; 
nephew Rodney Horinek and nieces, Mercedes Hartner and Denise Francis. 
Left to celebrate his life are children, Misty Hartner, of Herndon, KS 
and Michelle (Ryan) Wilkinson, of Atwood, KS; two granddaughters, Avery 
Percival and Rysely Wilkinson, of Atwood, KS; sisters, Vivan Horinek, of
 Broomfield, CO, Christina (Kent) Wood, of Herndon, KS, Myrna (Les) 
Pettera, of Loveland, CO and Ardis Jefferies, of Overland Park, KS, and 
many friends, nieces and nephews. 
He loved his family, friends, his past time for pheasant hunting and his
 dog Beau Monde. His love of sports including the Broncos, Rockies, 
Avalanche, KU Basketball and his hometown. 
Visitation is 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022, at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church, Herndon, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Rosary will be 1:30 
p.m. and Funeral Mass will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Herndon, with burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery,
 Herndon. Memorials are suggested to the college fund of his 
granddaughters Avery Percival and Rysley Wilkinson, and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Online condolences: 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Alan Leon Hartner

August 28, 1929
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 March 6, 2022

An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Robert-Bob-McClellan?obId=24207778#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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