Patricia A. Weigel, 89, Hays, died Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Ellis Good Samaritan Society.

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

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Patricia A. Weigel

Vera
 I. (Romme) Schmidtberger, age 89 of Great Bend, Kansas died Friday, 
January 14, 2022, at the River Bend Assisted Living Center, Great Bend.

She was born August 14, 1932, in Victoria, Kansas to Raymond M. and 
Madgelena (Kuhn) Romme.&nbsp; She married Paul F. Schmidtberger on December 
27, 1951, at Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on April 20, 
2019.

She was a homemaker that loved making her holiday feast or any meal for
 the family, she also enjoyed dancing the night away at polka dances 
with Paul. Vera was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, and 
has lived in Great Bend since 1951.&nbsp; She grew up in Victoria, and was a 
graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp; Vera and her husband Paul raised her 
two brothers, Leon and Thomas Romme after their parents died.

Survivors include her son, Mark Schmidtberger and wife, Dianna, Cheney,
 KS; her brother, Leon Romme and wife, Jolene, Lawrence, KS; her sister,
 Delores Schmeidler, Catharine, KS; her four grandchildren, Aaron 
Schmidtberger (Elizabeth); Jamie Peters (Trent); Jessica Tomlinson; Kyle
 Schmidtberger (Christina Bulcao); and her 12 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son, Steve Schmidtberger; her
 grandson, Andy Schmidtberger; her three brothers, Robert Romme, Donald 
Romme; Thomas Romme; and her two infant twin brothers, John and Joseph 
Romme.

A private family mass will be held at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, 
Victoria, Kansas and a private family burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery, 
Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials to the Victoria V.F.W. Post #1571 payable
 to the organization in care of&nbsp; Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main 
Street, Victoria, KS 67671.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net 
or can be left by guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 I. (Romme) Schmidtberger, age 89 of Great Bend, Kansas died Friday, 
January 14, 2022, at the River Bend Assisted Living Center, Great Bend.She was born August 14, 1932, in Victoria, Kansas to Raymond M. and 
Madgelena (Kuhn) Romme.&nbsp; She married Paul F. Schmidtberger on December 
27, 1951, at Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on April 20, 
2019.She was a homemaker that loved making her holiday feast or any meal for
 the family, she also enjoyed dancing the night away at polka dances 
with Paul. Vera was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, and 
has lived in Great Bend since 1951.&nbsp; She grew up in Victoria, and was a 
graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp; Vera and her husband Paul raised her 
two brothers, Leon and Thomas Romme after their parents died.Survivors include her son, Mark Schmidtberger and wife, Dianna, Cheney,
 KS; her brother, Leon Romme and wife, Jolene, Lawrence, KS; her sister,
 Delores Schmeidler, Catharine, KS; her four grandchildren, Aaron 
Schmidtberger (Elizabeth); Jamie Peters (Trent); Jessica Tomlinson; Kyle
 Schmidtberger (Christina Bulcao); and her 12 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son, Steve Schmidtberger; her
 grandson, Andy Schmidtberger; her three brothers, Robert Romme, Donald 
Romme; Thomas Romme; and her two infant twin brothers, John and Joseph 
Romme.A private family mass will be held at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, 
Victoria, Kansas and a private family burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery, 
Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials to the Victoria V.F.W. Post #1571 payable
 to the organization in care of&nbsp; Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main 
Street, Victoria, KS 67671.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net 
or can be left by guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vera I. (Romme) Schmidtberger

Patricia “Susie” A. Parsons, 65, passed away January 13, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina.

She was born January 17, 1956, in West Memphis, Arkansas, the daughter of Robert “Bob” and Louella Ayers Kornele.

An area resident since 1964, Susie was a devoted and loving wife, 
mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a lively woman and 
enjoyed the love of God and her family. She received the Lord in 1978 
and was a member of Hanston Mennonite Church, Hanston.

On November 11, 1972 she married the love of her life, Calvin “Vic” Parsons; he survives.

Other survivors include: her daughter, Linde (Jeffrey) Ohmes; two 
granddaughters, Elizabeth (Wesley) Giorgianni, Cassandra Ohmes; three 
great grandchildren, Avery, Benjamin, and Connor Giorgianni; two 
brothers, Bill Childress, Robert “Bobby” Kornele; a sister, Glenda 
Clare; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and 
great-great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; three sisters, Joy Keller,
 Barbara Leonard, Kay Brewer; and a brother, Jerald “Jerry” Kornele.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 
Hanston Mennonite Church, Hanston, with Lay-Pastor Paul Miller 
presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 
18, 2022 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Burial will be in Hanston 
Mennonite Cemetery, Hanston.

Memorials may be given to the Patricia “Susie” Parsons Memorial Fund 
in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, KS. 67854.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Patricia “Susie” A. Parsons, 65, passed away January 13, 2022, at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina.She was born January 17, 1956, in West Memphis, Arkansas, the daughter of Robert “Bob” and Louella Ayers Kornele.An area resident since 1964, Susie was a devoted and loving wife, 
mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a lively woman and 
enjoyed the love of God and her family. She received the Lord in 1978 
and was a member of Hanston Mennonite Church, Hanston.On November 11, 1972 she married the love of her life, Calvin “Vic” Parsons; he survives.Other survivors include: her daughter, Linde (Jeffrey) Ohmes; two 
granddaughters, Elizabeth (Wesley) Giorgianni, Cassandra Ohmes; three 
great grandchildren, Avery, Benjamin, and Connor Giorgianni; two 
brothers, Bill Childress, Robert “Bobby” Kornele; a sister, Glenda 
Clare; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and 
great-great nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; three sisters, Joy Keller,
 Barbara Leonard, Kay Brewer; and a brother, Jerald “Jerry” Kornele.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 
Hanston Mennonite Church, Hanston, with Lay-Pastor Paul Miller 
presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 
18, 2022 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore. Burial will be in Hanston 
Mennonite Cemetery, Hanston.Memorials may be given to the Patricia “Susie” Parsons Memorial Fund 
in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, KS. 67854.&nbsp;

Patricia 'Susie' A. Parsons

It is with great sadness that the family of Charles Craig Lamb (Rabbit),
 62, of Atwood, Kansas, announce his passing Wednesday, January 12, 2022,
 at home after a long battle with cancer. 
He was born March 31, 1959, in Oberlin, KS to Darrel Dean Lamb and Sylvia Jean Urban. 
Craig spent his life in and around the Atwood area, graduating from 
Atwood High School in 1977. He did several side jobs like roofing, etc.,
 while working for Murfin Oil for 41 years. He was an avid golfer and 
fell in love with motorcycles and motocross at the age of 16. He 
continued his love of riding up until his death, making his annual trek 
to attend the Sturgis Motorcycle rally for 18 straight years. He put 
over 100,000 miles on multiple bikes traveling around the country and 
enjoying the sights and wonders it had to offer, never tiring of the 
views offered from the top of a bike. He loved fiercely and was loyal to
 a fault and we take comfort knowing his pain is at an end and he is at 
last at peace. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters Ethel and Jennifer. 
Craig will be sadly missed by his spouse of 10 years Robbyn; daughter 
Kellee Wemes, of North Port, Fl; sons, Jordan, of Hays, KS, and 
Christopher, of Jewell, KS; stepson Anthony (Ashley) Allen, of Hastings,
 NE; three grandchildren; several brothers and sisters and nieces and 
nephews, and a multitude of friends. 
There will be a Celebration of Life for Craig this spring when weather 
permits safe travel and a Rabbit Run in his honor that day. Details will
 be released when a date is set. All are welcome to come share stories 
of the Craig they knew and miss. 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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 62, of Atwood, Kansas, announce his passing Wednesday, January 12, 2022,
 at home after a long battle with cancer. 
He was born March 31, 1959, in Oberlin, KS to Darrel Dean Lamb and Sylvia Jean Urban. 
Craig spent his life in and around the Atwood area, graduating from 
Atwood High School in 1977. He did several side jobs like roofing, etc.,
 while working for Murfin Oil for 41 years. He was an avid golfer and 
fell in love with motorcycles and motocross at the age of 16. He 
continued his love of riding up until his death, making his annual trek 
to attend the Sturgis Motorcycle rally for 18 straight years. He put 
over 100,000 miles on multiple bikes traveling around the country and 
enjoying the sights and wonders it had to offer, never tiring of the 
views offered from the top of a bike. He loved fiercely and was loyal to
 a fault and we take comfort knowing his pain is at an end and he is at 
last at peace. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters Ethel and Jennifer. 
Craig will be sadly missed by his spouse of 10 years Robbyn; daughter 
Kellee Wemes, of North Port, Fl; sons, Jordan, of Hays, KS, and 
Christopher, of Jewell, KS; stepson Anthony (Ashley) Allen, of Hastings,
 NE; three grandchildren; several brothers and sisters and nieces and 
nephews, and a multitude of friends. 
There will be a Celebration of Life for Craig this spring when weather 
permits safe travel and a Rabbit Run in his honor that day. Details will
 be released when a date is set. All are welcome to come share stories 
of the Craig they knew and miss. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Charles Craig Lamb

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

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Richard Neal Miller

Robert Alan “Bob” Grant, 77, Hays died Friday, January 14, 2022, at HaysMed.

He was born July 2, 1944, in Kansas 
City, Missouri, the son of Robert Cortland and Patience Catherine “Kay” 
(Ochse) Grant.&nbsp; He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during his senior year of 
high school and served from 1961-1965, during the Vietnam War.&nbsp; Bob 
worked in the oilfield as a production foreman for Brexeco.&nbsp; On August, 
29, 1967, he was united in marriage to Connie Hoffman in Denver, 
Colorado, and they celebrated 54 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a member of 
St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and the Hays American Legion Post 
#173.&nbsp; Bob enjoyed working on projects around the house, doing yardwork,
 and watching John Wayne movies, Gunsmoke, and other TV westerns.&nbsp; He 
looked forward to time with his family whether going out to eat or 
evenings together.

Survivors include his wife Connie of 
Hays, two sons: Michael Alan “Mike” Grant and wife Colleen of Elizabeth,
 CO and Steven Christopher Grant and wife Amanda of Victoria, a brother:
 Fred Grant of Marietta, GA, and three grandchildren:&nbsp; Tyler Grant and 
wife Jessica of Colorado Springs, CO, Travis Grant of Castle Rock, CO, 
and Tanner Grant of Hays.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Bill Grant.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, January 21, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military 
honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday and 
from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Thursday at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Neuromuscular Wellness 
Center at FHSU, St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, or to St. John’s 
Chapel at Via Christi Village.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bob may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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City, Missouri, the son of Robert Cortland and Patience Catherine “Kay” 
(Ochse) Grant.&nbsp; He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during his senior year of 
high school and served from 1961-1965, during the Vietnam War.&nbsp; Bob 
worked in the oilfield as a production foreman for Brexeco.&nbsp; On August, 
29, 1967, he was united in marriage to Connie Hoffman in Denver, 
Colorado, and they celebrated 54 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a member of 
St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and the Hays American Legion Post 
#173.&nbsp; Bob enjoyed working on projects around the house, doing yardwork,
 and watching John Wayne movies, Gunsmoke, and other TV westerns.&nbsp; He 
looked forward to time with his family whether going out to eat or 
evenings together.Survivors include his wife Connie of 
Hays, two sons: Michael Alan “Mike” Grant and wife Colleen of Elizabeth,
 CO and Steven Christopher Grant and wife Amanda of Victoria, a brother:
 Fred Grant of Marietta, GA, and three grandchildren:&nbsp; Tyler Grant and 
wife Jessica of Colorado Springs, CO, Travis Grant of Castle Rock, CO, 
and Tanner Grant of Hays.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Bill Grant.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, January 21, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military 
honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday and 
from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Thursday at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Neuromuscular Wellness 
Center at FHSU, St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, or to St. John’s 
Chapel at Via Christi Village.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bob may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert Alan 'Bob' Grant

Marcia Ann Schremmer, 68, passed away January 15, 2022, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born May 23, 1953, in Great Bend, 
to Oswald “Ossie” and Hazeltene “Hazel” (Driscoll) Schremmer.

A life time resident of Hoisington, Marcia was a graduate of 
Hoisington High School and Barton Community College and retired from the
 United States Postal Service in 2009 after 34 years of dedication.&nbsp; She
 was a member St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, Altar Society, US
 Bowling Association and the VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp; She was a passionate fan of
 the Hoisington Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs, especially enjoying 
her time with family.&nbsp;

Survivors include sister-in-law, Pat Schremmer of Hutchinson; nephew,
 Brian Wilborn of Hoisington; nieces, Krista Brewer of Hoisington, Kari 
Bloomer of Ottawa, and Lisa Pickering of South Hutchinson; and many 
great nieces and great nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her 
parents; brother, Virgil Schremmer; sister and brother-in-law, Keith and
 Miriam Wilborn; and nephew, Shawn Schremmer.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 
2022, at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Hoisington, with 
Father Bob Schremmer celebrating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at St. John The
 Evangelist Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m.
 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, with a Vigil and Rosary 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 19.&nbsp; 

In lieu 
of flowers, memorials may be given to Kans for Kids or Clara Barton 
Foundation or St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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Barton Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born May 23, 1953, in Great Bend, 
to Oswald “Ossie” and Hazeltene “Hazel” (Driscoll) Schremmer.A life time resident of Hoisington, Marcia was a graduate of 
Hoisington High School and Barton Community College and retired from the
 United States Postal Service in 2009 after 34 years of dedication.&nbsp; She
 was a member St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, Altar Society, US
 Bowling Association and the VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp; She was a passionate fan of
 the Hoisington Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs, especially enjoying 
her time with family.&nbsp;Survivors include sister-in-law, Pat Schremmer of Hutchinson; nephew,
 Brian Wilborn of Hoisington; nieces, Krista Brewer of Hoisington, Kari 
Bloomer of Ottawa, and Lisa Pickering of South Hutchinson; and many 
great nieces and great nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her 
parents; brother, Virgil Schremmer; sister and brother-in-law, Keith and
 Miriam Wilborn; and nephew, Shawn Schremmer.Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 
2022, at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Hoisington, with 
Father Bob Schremmer celebrating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at St. John The
 Evangelist Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m.
 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, with a Vigil and Rosary 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 19.&nbsp; In lieu 
of flowers, memorials may be given to Kans for Kids or Clara Barton 
Foundation or St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Marcia Ann Schremmer

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

March 29, 1949 ~ January 14, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Carol Jean (Perizzolo) Johnson

Gerald Karlin, age 77, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Hays. He was born February 2,1944 in Hays to Celestine and Josephine (Staab) Karlin. On May 8, 1965, he married Cynthia Ann (Kisner) at St Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays. She preceded him in death on June 13, 2020. Gerald was a retired Home Fire Protection Service Salesman. He was a member of the High Plains Baptist Church in Hays. He enjoyed playing cards and watching KU Basketball games. Gerald was a kind, caring and giving person whose family was very important to him. He is survived by a son, Kevin Karlin and wife Marti of Olathe, KS; a daughter, Kelly Wasinger of Olathe, KS; three sisters, Wanda Shulte of Hays, Patty Kreutzer of Hays and Gerri Weber of Ellis; grandchildren, Kayla and Macy Karlin, Kaden and Kaylee Wasinger, Justin, Kelsey and Kyler Niernberger; two great grandchildren, Kinley and Jace Niernberger and a son-in-law, Darren Niernberger of Hays. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Cynthia; a daughter, Kim Niernberger; two brothers, Omar and Alfred Karlin; and two sisters, Millie Pfannenstiel and Freda Hammerschmidt. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, January 17, 2022, at the High Plains Baptist Church, 2700 Canterbury, Hays, KS. Private family Burial will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Monday 10:00 AM until service time at the church. Contributions are suggested to High Plains Baptist Church. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a> Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601

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 </figure>Gerald Karlin, age 77, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Hays. He was born February 2,1944 in Hays to Celestine and Josephine (Staab) Karlin. On May 8, 1965, he married Cynthia Ann (Kisner) at St Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays. She preceded him in death on June 13, 2020. Gerald was a retired Home Fire Protection Service Salesman. He was a member of the High Plains Baptist Church in Hays. He enjoyed playing cards and watching KU Basketball games. Gerald was a kind, caring and giving person whose family was very important to him. He is survived by a son, Kevin Karlin and wife Marti of Olathe, KS; a daughter, Kelly Wasinger of Olathe, KS; three sisters, Wanda Shulte of Hays, Patty Kreutzer of Hays and Gerri Weber of Ellis; grandchildren, Kayla and Macy Karlin, Kaden and Kaylee Wasinger, Justin, Kelsey and Kyler Niernberger; two great grandchildren, Kinley and Jace Niernberger and a son-in-law, Darren Niernberger of Hays. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Cynthia; a daughter, Kim Niernberger; two brothers, Omar and Alfred Karlin; and two sisters, Millie Pfannenstiel and Freda Hammerschmidt. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, January 17, 2022, at the High Plains Baptist Church, 2700 Canterbury, Hays, KS. Private family Burial will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays. Visitation will be Monday 10:00 AM until service time at the church. Contributions are suggested to High Plains Baptist Church. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a> Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601

Gerald Karlin

Doran “Corky” Woodrow Knapp, age 82, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Via Christi Village in Hays. He was born April 24, 1937, in Bird City, Kansas, to Charles and Mildred (Phipps) Knapp. On August 12, 1968, he married Glenda Ann Binder. She passed away December 23, 2021.

Corky worked as a Surgical Technician at St. Anthony Hospital and Hadley Medical Center.&nbsp; He enjoyed elk hunting, collecting die cast John Deere tractors, working in his yard, and his grandchildren and grand-dogs.&nbsp;

He is survived by&nbsp;two sons, Doug (Angela) Knapp of Wichita, and Steve (Dawn) Knapp of Hays; three brothers, Jim Knapp of WaKeeney, KS, Tim (Janice) Knapp of Atwood, KS; and Tom Knapp of Olathe Ks; a sister Gay (Merle) Kruse of Sheridan WY; three grandchildren Trystan Knapp, Zoey Knapp and Cortin Knapp .

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karla Evel; a sister, Mary Stephens and two sisters-in-law, Patty Knapp and Renee Knapp.

Glenda Ann Knapp, age 79 of Hays, Kansas, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. She was born June 2, 1942, in Hays to Isidore and Clara (Braun) Binder. She was a graduate of Hays High School. On August 12, 1968, she married Doran "Corky" Knapp in Hays. He preceded her in death February 15, 2020.

Glenda was a Daycare provider in Hays for 40 years. Aside from enjoying the children she cared for Glenda enjoyed cooking, baking, crossword and word search puzzles. She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Church.

She is survived by two sons, Doug Knapp and wife Angela of Wichita, Kansas and Steve Knapp and wife Dawn of Hays; two sisters, Firma Dreiling of San Marcos, Texas and Sherry Schmidt and husband Dave of Hays; as well as three grandchildren, Trystan Knapp, Zoey Knapp and Cortin Knapp all of Wichita.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Karla Evel; a sister, Rosie Rupp; and two brothers, Floyd Binder and Vernon Binder.

Combined Funeral Services&nbsp;will be January 22, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Church in Hays. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

Memorial visitation will be 5 PM - 8 PM January 21, 2022,&nbsp; at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice at Hays Medical Center. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Doran “Corky” Woodrow Knapp, age 82, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Via Christi Village in Hays. He was born April 24, 1937, in Bird City, Kansas, to Charles and Mildred (Phipps) Knapp. On August 12, 1968, he married Glenda Ann Binder. She passed away December 23, 2021.Corky worked as a Surgical Technician at St. Anthony Hospital and Hadley Medical Center.&nbsp; He enjoyed elk hunting, collecting die cast John Deere tractors, working in his yard, and his grandchildren and grand-dogs.&nbsp;He is survived by&nbsp;two sons, Doug (Angela) Knapp of Wichita, and Steve (Dawn) Knapp of Hays; three brothers, Jim Knapp of WaKeeney, KS, Tim (Janice) Knapp of Atwood, KS; and Tom Knapp of Olathe Ks; a sister Gay (Merle) Kruse of Sheridan WY; three grandchildren Trystan Knapp, Zoey Knapp and Cortin Knapp .He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karla Evel; a sister, Mary Stephens and two sisters-in-law, Patty Knapp and Renee Knapp.------Glenda Ann Knapp, age 79 of Hays, Kansas, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. She was born June 2, 1942, in Hays to Isidore and Clara (Braun) Binder. She was a graduate of Hays High School. On August 12, 1968, she married Doran "Corky" Knapp in Hays. He preceded her in death February 15, 2020.Glenda was a Daycare provider in Hays for 40 years. Aside from enjoying the children she cared for Glenda enjoyed cooking, baking, crossword and word search puzzles. She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Church.She is survived by two sons, Doug Knapp and wife Angela of Wichita, Kansas and Steve Knapp and wife Dawn of Hays; two sisters, Firma Dreiling of San Marcos, Texas and Sherry Schmidt and husband Dave of Hays; as well as three grandchildren, Trystan Knapp, Zoey Knapp and Cortin Knapp all of Wichita.She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Karla Evel; a sister, Rosie Rupp; and two brothers, Floyd Binder and Vernon Binder.-----Combined Funeral Services&nbsp;will be January 22, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Church in Hays. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery.Memorial visitation will be 5 PM - 8 PM January 21, 2022,&nbsp; at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice at Hays Medical Center. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601.

Doran and Glenda Knapp

Antonio Raul Rojas, age 16, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 
2022, at his home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on September 21, 
2005, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Sirena Lynn Olivas and Raul 
Rojas Jr.&nbsp;&nbsp;A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, he was a student 
at Scott Community High School.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include his Mother - Sirena Olivas of Scott City, Kansas, Step
 Father - Felix Oronia Jr., Dad - Joe Olguin of Rocky Ford, Colorado, 
Paternal Father - Raul Rojas Jr. of San Angelo, Texas, Two Sisters - 
Anastasia Rojas of Scott City, Kansas, Natalia Rojas of Scott City, 
Kansas,&nbsp;other siblings -&nbsp;Jermaine and Felicity Olguin of Rocky Ford. 
Virginia, Letty, and Mia Oronia of Lawton Oklahoma and Raul Rojas III of
 San Angelo, Texas,&nbsp;Uncle - Samson Gonzalez of Garden City, Kansas, 
Grandmother - Mona Olivas of Scott City, Kansas, Grandfather - Henry 
Gonzalez of Garden City, Kansas, Grandparents - Olga &amp; Raul Sr. of 
San Angelo, Texas, Godparents - Maria &amp; Joe Zapata of Scott 
City,&nbsp;numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.

He is preceded in death by Johnny &amp; Laurie Leal.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 
2022, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with the Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;Service will be live-streamed at 
www.priceandsons.com.

Memorials in Lieu Of Flowers may be made to the Antonio R. Rojas 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Antonio Raul Rojas, age 16, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 
2022, at his home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on September 21, 
2005, in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Sirena Lynn Olivas and Raul 
Rojas Jr.&nbsp;&nbsp;A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, he was a student 
at Scott Community High School.He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include his Mother - Sirena Olivas of Scott City, Kansas, Step
 Father - Felix Oronia Jr., Dad - Joe Olguin of Rocky Ford, Colorado, 
Paternal Father - Raul Rojas Jr. of San Angelo, Texas, Two Sisters - 
Anastasia Rojas of Scott City, Kansas, Natalia Rojas of Scott City, 
Kansas,&nbsp;other siblings -&nbsp;Jermaine and Felicity Olguin of Rocky Ford. 
Virginia, Letty, and Mia Oronia of Lawton Oklahoma and Raul Rojas III of
 San Angelo, Texas,&nbsp;Uncle - Samson Gonzalez of Garden City, Kansas, 
Grandmother - Mona Olivas of Scott City, Kansas, Grandfather - Henry 
Gonzalez of Garden City, Kansas, Grandparents - Olga &amp; Raul Sr. of 
San Angelo, Texas, Godparents - Maria &amp; Joe Zapata of Scott 
City,&nbsp;numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.He is preceded in death by Johnny &amp; Laurie Leal.Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 
2022, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with the Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;Service will be live-streamed at 
www.priceandsons.com.Memorials in Lieu Of Flowers may be made to the Antonio R. Rojas 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.There will be no calling times.

Antonio Raul Rojas

Viola Rosa Hurst, 94, Hays, died Sunday, January 9, 2022, at her home.

She was born April 10, 1927, on the 
family farm near Blakeman in rural Rawlins County, the daughter of Peter
 James and Margaret Oletha (Bliss) Heaton.&nbsp; She was a 1945 graduate of 
Atwood High School.&nbsp; On September 1, 1951, she was united in marriage to
 Donald J. Hurst at the Atwood Christian Church.&nbsp; They celebrated 70 
years of marriage before he preceded her in death on October 27, 2021.&nbsp; 
Viola and Don raised nine children and lived most of their lives in 
Hays.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook and known for her delicious pies.&nbsp; Her 
family knew they were lucky to have such a wonderful mother and 
grandmother.&nbsp; Family was her passion.&nbsp; Viola was a member of Hays First 
United Methodist Church.&nbsp; After some years at home raising their family,
 she worked at Travenol, then as the school secretary at Wilson 
Elementary School prior to her retirement in 1992.&nbsp; Viola and Donald 
enjoyed many summers in the Colorado mountains after retirement.

Survivors include two sons: James Hurst
 and wife Terri, Douglas Hurst, seven daughters: Margaret “Jodi” 
Brungardt, Beverly “Jill” Schuckman, Joyce Klaus and husband Al, DJ 
Hurst, Connie Hurst-Bayless and husband Ben, Ardie Hurst, and Marsha 
Stremel and husband Cary, one sister: Beulah Coulson, and many 
grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, her parents, and two grandchildren: Janice Schuckman and Cambry Dinkel.

Funeral services were Friday, January 
14, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Rev. Craig Hauschild
 officiating.&nbsp; Burial followed in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; 

Memorials
 are suggested to Hays First United Methodist Church or to the Ronald 
McDonald House Charities Wichita, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Viola may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Viola Rosa Hurst, 94, Hays, died Sunday, January 9, 2022, at her home.She was born April 10, 1927, on the 
family farm near Blakeman in rural Rawlins County, the daughter of Peter
 James and Margaret Oletha (Bliss) Heaton.&nbsp; She was a 1945 graduate of 
Atwood High School.&nbsp; On September 1, 1951, she was united in marriage to
 Donald J. Hurst at the Atwood Christian Church.&nbsp; They celebrated 70 
years of marriage before he preceded her in death on October 27, 2021.&nbsp; 
Viola and Don raised nine children and lived most of their lives in 
Hays.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook and known for her delicious pies.&nbsp; Her 
family knew they were lucky to have such a wonderful mother and 
grandmother.&nbsp; Family was her passion.&nbsp; Viola was a member of Hays First 
United Methodist Church.&nbsp; After some years at home raising their family,
 she worked at Travenol, then as the school secretary at Wilson 
Elementary School prior to her retirement in 1992.&nbsp; Viola and Donald 
enjoyed many summers in the Colorado mountains after retirement.Survivors include two sons: James Hurst
 and wife Terri, Douglas Hurst, seven daughters: Margaret “Jodi” 
Brungardt, Beverly “Jill” Schuckman, Joyce Klaus and husband Al, DJ 
Hurst, Connie Hurst-Bayless and husband Ben, Ardie Hurst, and Marsha 
Stremel and husband Cary, one sister: Beulah Coulson, and many 
grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, her parents, and two grandchildren: Janice Schuckman and Cambry Dinkel.Funeral services were Friday, January 
14, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, with Rev. Craig Hauschild
 officiating.&nbsp; Burial followed in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens.&nbsp; Memorials
 are suggested to Hays First United Methodist Church or to the Ronald 
McDonald House Charities Wichita, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Viola may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com

Viola Rosa Hurst

Otto Elias Wagoner, age 90, died 
Thursday, January 13, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society–Ellis.&nbsp; He 
was born January 22, 1931, on the farm southwest of Ellis along the 
Smoky Hill River to Grant, H.G. and Rose (Colborg) Wagoner.

He went to a one room country school 
for 8 years, Maple Grove, District No.: 47, Trego County.&nbsp; After that he
 worked with his dad on the farm.&nbsp; He married Constance (Connie) M. 
Coker on April 28, 1962, to which one daughter, Gerri, was born.&nbsp; They 
moved to Ellis in 1974 and he went to work for Charlie Crow on cable 
tools working over and completing oil wells for 5 years, he then went to
 work for Rains &amp; Williamson Oil Company on a pulling unit and 
completed a lot of oil and gas wells, then went to work pumping oil 
wells until he retired in 1993 due to knee joint replacement.&nbsp; He then 
worked part time at the Ellis Railroad Museum for 21 years, starting in 
May 1995.

Survivors are one beloved daughter, 
Gerri Truan of Russell; and one beloved grandson, Nevin Truan of Gorham;
 and Sister-in-Law, Arlene Cline of WaKeeney.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his wife, 
Connie; an infant son from his first marriage, Otto Elias, Jr., 
07/13/1955 to 07/19/1955, and his Sister, Esther Littlechild.

Graveside services will be Friday, 
January 28, 2022, at 2 PM in the WaKeeney City Cemetery, 408 Russell 
Avenue, WaKeeney, KS 67672.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Ellis 
Railroad Museum.&nbsp; Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in
 care of Keithley Funeral Homes, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601.

Services in care of Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory, 400 East 17th Street, Ellis, KS 67637.&nbsp; Condolences 
may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email 
at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 </figure>Otto Elias Wagoner, age 90, died 
Thursday, January 13, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society–Ellis.&nbsp; He 
was born January 22, 1931, on the farm southwest of Ellis along the 
Smoky Hill River to Grant, H.G. and Rose (Colborg) Wagoner.He went to a one room country school 
for 8 years, Maple Grove, District No.: 47, Trego County.&nbsp; After that he
 worked with his dad on the farm.&nbsp; He married Constance (Connie) M. 
Coker on April 28, 1962, to which one daughter, Gerri, was born.&nbsp; They 
moved to Ellis in 1974 and he went to work for Charlie Crow on cable 
tools working over and completing oil wells for 5 years, he then went to
 work for Rains &amp; Williamson Oil Company on a pulling unit and 
completed a lot of oil and gas wells, then went to work pumping oil 
wells until he retired in 1993 due to knee joint replacement.&nbsp; He then 
worked part time at the Ellis Railroad Museum for 21 years, starting in 
May 1995.Survivors are one beloved daughter, 
Gerri Truan of Russell; and one beloved grandson, Nevin Truan of Gorham;
 and Sister-in-Law, Arlene Cline of WaKeeney.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his wife, 
Connie; an infant son from his first marriage, Otto Elias, Jr., 
07/13/1955 to 07/19/1955, and his Sister, Esther Littlechild.Graveside services will be Friday, 
January 28, 2022, at 2 PM in the WaKeeney City Cemetery, 408 Russell 
Avenue, WaKeeney, KS 67672.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Ellis 
Railroad Museum.&nbsp; Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in
 care of Keithley Funeral Homes, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601.Services in care of Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory, 400 East 17th Street, Ellis, KS 67637.&nbsp; Condolences 
may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email 
at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Otto Elias Wagoner

Kathryn Marie Scott, 63, passed away January 11, 2022, at Azria 
Health of Great Bend. She was born on July 1, 1958, at Hoisington, to 
Herman &amp; Henrietta (Tauscher) Farmer. She married Don Scott and they
 later divorced. She then was with her long-time companion, Dale 
Ferguson until his death.

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Kathryn was a CNA for various nursing
 homes and in home care for many years. She had also previously worked 
as a car hop at Sonic. Kathryn was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed 
gambling, especially her “scratchers”, fishing, and spending time with 
her family.

Survivors include, a son, Jeremie Scott (Shelly Hodges) of 
Hoisington; two sisters, Elizabeth Boyd of Hoisington and Gloria Loomer 
(David) of Sidney, Mont.; three grandchildren, Danika Scott, Nicole 
Scott and Tristin Scott (Emily); soon to be great grandchild, Monroe 
Rose Scott; and former husband, Don Scott of Great Bend. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jeffrey Scott; two brothers, 
Richard Farmer and Danny Farmer; and long-time companion, Dale Ferguson.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 5:00 p.m., Monday, January 17, 
2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home and 9:00 a.m. to service time. 
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. 
Interment will be in the Hoisington Cemetery. Memorials have been 
designated to the Kathryn Scott Expense Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke
 Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Kathryn Marie Scott, 63, passed away January 11, 2022, at Azria 
Health of Great Bend. She was born on July 1, 1958, at Hoisington, to 
Herman &amp; Henrietta (Tauscher) Farmer. She married Don Scott and they
 later divorced. She then was with her long-time companion, Dale 
Ferguson until his death.A lifetime Hoisington resident, Kathryn was a CNA for various nursing
 homes and in home care for many years. She had also previously worked 
as a car hop at Sonic. Kathryn was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed 
gambling, especially her “scratchers”, fishing, and spending time with 
her family.Survivors include, a son, Jeremie Scott (Shelly Hodges) of 
Hoisington; two sisters, Elizabeth Boyd of Hoisington and Gloria Loomer 
(David) of Sidney, Mont.; three grandchildren, Danika Scott, Nicole 
Scott and Tristin Scott (Emily); soon to be great grandchild, Monroe 
Rose Scott; and former husband, Don Scott of Great Bend. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jeffrey Scott; two brothers, 
Richard Farmer and Danny Farmer; and long-time companion, Dale Ferguson.Visitation will be held from Noon to 5:00 p.m., Monday, January 17, 
2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home and 9:00 a.m. to service time. 
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. 
Interment will be in the Hoisington Cemetery. Memorials have been 
designated to the Kathryn Scott Expense Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke
 Funeral Home.

Kathryn Marie Scott

Gerald Karlin, age 77, of Hays, Kansas passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Hays. 

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM 
Monday, January 17, 2022, at the High Plains Baptist Church, 2700 
Canterbury, Hays, KS. Private family Burial will be in the St. Joseph 
Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Monday 10:00 AM until service time at the church.

Contributions are suggested to High Plains Baptist Church.

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

Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601

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 </figure>Gerald Karlin, age 77, of Hays, Kansas passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Hays. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM 
Monday, January 17, 2022, at the High Plains Baptist Church, 2700 
Canterbury, Hays, KS. Private family Burial will be in the St. Joseph 
Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Monday 10:00 AM until service time at the church.Contributions are suggested to High Plains Baptist Church.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.comArrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601

September 2, 1944
 -
 January 13, 2022

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Suzanne-St.-Martin?obId=23680603#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>September 2, 1944
 -
 January 13, 2022An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Suzanne-St.-Martin?obId=23680603#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Suzanne St. Martin

Miss Donna Jones, age 69, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away January 2, 2022, in Hays, Kansas. Donna was born 
January 9, 1952, in La Crosse, Kansas, to Clarence and Neola (Wagner) 
Morrison.

Donna had a kind spirit. She loved 
people at the CRO and had a special friendship with Wayne. She loved 
watching us play cards and beat up on Andy, she’d just laugh when Andy 
would say, “Donna they are picking on me!!”

We were her family especially after her
 mother passed last spring. She was a loving daughter who called her mom
 several times a day. She valued her sobriety, celebrating 37 years in 
2021. She loved going out to eat with the group, and always had the same
 thing at whatever restaurant we choose.&nbsp;

She suffered from blood clots in her lungs, which put her on oxygen. She didn’t always use it daily, she was tired. 
She felt right at home at the CRO, where she would come in, sit down and
 almost immediately fell asleep. She felt safe and I feared she didn’t 
sleep at home. She played Skip-Bo with us and loved being part of the 
group. She didn’t know a stranger, any newcomer she would welcome with 
open arms. She loved going to see Christmas lights and was excited that 
we were in the process of purchasing a new van.

She understood her limits and always 
took time to help after meals with clean up. She was a fantastic 
supervisor when we had our CRO painted. She made my family feel 
comfortable while they worked to help us get a face lift.

Donna was an artist, who shared her 
work with us when we had a grad student doing his practicum at the CRO, 
last year. She was very modest, and we learned many life lessons through
 her experiences she shared. She took her job very seriously, and she 
just completed Peer to Peer Classes at the CRO from NAMI. She loved 
learning. She encouraged everyone at the CRO to always do better and 
learn from life experiences. “You’re never too old to learn” was her 
motto.

She loved hugs, laughter, and fellowship with her peers.

Donna was a beacon at High Plains Independence, Inc. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace, my friend.

A Celebration of Life service will be 
11:00 AM Saturday, January 15, 2022, at High Plains Inc., 1200 Canterbury 
in Hays. (Use the entrance on the northeast corner.)

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

Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Miss Donna Jones, age 69, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away January 2, 2022, in Hays, Kansas. Donna was born 
January 9, 1952, in La Crosse, Kansas, to Clarence and Neola (Wagner) 
Morrison.Donna had a kind spirit. She loved 
people at the CRO and had a special friendship with Wayne. She loved 
watching us play cards and beat up on Andy, she’d just laugh when Andy 
would say, “Donna they are picking on me!!”We were her family especially after her
 mother passed last spring. She was a loving daughter who called her mom
 several times a day. She valued her sobriety, celebrating 37 years in 
2021. She loved going out to eat with the group, and always had the same
 thing at whatever restaurant we choose.&nbsp;She suffered from blood clots in her lungs, which put her on oxygen. She didn’t always use it daily, she was tired. 
She felt right at home at the CRO, where she would come in, sit down and
 almost immediately fell asleep. She felt safe and I feared she didn’t 
sleep at home. She played Skip-Bo with us and loved being part of the 
group. She didn’t know a stranger, any newcomer she would welcome with 
open arms. She loved going to see Christmas lights and was excited that 
we were in the process of purchasing a new van.She understood her limits and always 
took time to help after meals with clean up. She was a fantastic 
supervisor when we had our CRO painted. She made my family feel 
comfortable while they worked to help us get a face lift.Donna was an artist, who shared her 
work with us when we had a grad student doing his practicum at the CRO, 
last year. She was very modest, and we learned many life lessons through
 her experiences she shared. She took her job very seriously, and she 
just completed Peer to Peer Classes at the CRO from NAMI. She loved 
learning. She encouraged everyone at the CRO to always do better and 
learn from life experiences. “You’re never too old to learn” was her 
motto.She loved hugs, laughter, and fellowship with her peers.Donna was a beacon at High Plains Independence, Inc. She will be truly missed. Rest in peace, my friend.A Celebration of Life service will be 
11:00 AM Saturday, January 15, 2022, at High Plains Inc., 1200 Canterbury 
in Hays. (Use the entrance on the northeast corner.)Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Donna Jones

Marilyn Sauer, 77, died January 12, 2022, at her home in Dodge City. 
She was born on October 6, 1944, in Cimarron, Kansas the daughter of John
 and Leola (Miller) Wendel. &nbsp;&nbsp;

She married Vincent “Mike” Sauer on September 28, 1963, in Cimarron, 
he passed away on January 12, 2022. Mrs. Sauer enjoyed Gardening and 
taking care of her fur babies “pets” in her spare time. She worked as a 
secretary for Cimarron Insurance Company for years and later for the 
Gray County Road and Bridge Department. She had a great sense of humor. 
She loved watching Wheel of Fortune never missing a episode.

She is survived by her two sons Eric Sauer and wife Jennifer of 
Topeka, Kansas; Kevin Sauer and wife Christy of Manhattan, Kansas; one 
brother Glen Wendel of Manhattan, Kansas; one sister Marla Duncan and 
husband Scott of Reeds Spring, Missouri. She is also survived by four 
Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Bob Wendel.

Memorial service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday 
January 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM with Mr. Jeff&nbsp; Hiers presiding. Inurnment 
will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City. There will be no 
visitation as cremation has taken place. 

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

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 </figure>Marilyn Sauer, 77, died January 12, 2022, at her home in Dodge City. 
She was born on October 6, 1944, in Cimarron, Kansas the daughter of John
 and Leola (Miller) Wendel. &nbsp;&nbsp;She married Vincent “Mike” Sauer on September 28, 1963, in Cimarron, 
he passed away on January 12, 2022. Mrs. Sauer enjoyed Gardening and 
taking care of her fur babies “pets” in her spare time. She worked as a 
secretary for Cimarron Insurance Company for years and later for the 
Gray County Road and Bridge Department. She had a great sense of humor. 
She loved watching Wheel of Fortune never missing a episode.She is survived by her two sons Eric Sauer and wife Jennifer of 
Topeka, Kansas; Kevin Sauer and wife Christy of Manhattan, Kansas; one 
brother Glen Wendel of Manhattan, Kansas; one sister Marla Duncan and 
husband Scott of Reeds Spring, Missouri. She is also survived by four 
Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Bob Wendel.Memorial service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday 
January 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM with Mr. Jeff&nbsp; Hiers presiding. Inurnment 
will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City. There will be no 
visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to Ford
 County Humane Society in care of the funeral home. Thoughts and 
memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Marilyn Sauer

Vincent "Mike" Sauer, 78, died January 12, 2022, at his home in Dodge 
City.&nbsp; He was born on December 22, 1943, at Dodge City the son of Vincent
 and Margaret (Smith) Sauer. &nbsp;

He married Marilyn Wendel on September 28, 1963, in Cimarron, she 
passed away on January 12, 2022. Mr. Sauer loved working in his yard as 
well as gardening in his spare time. He worked as a truck driver for 
many years, driving for Polkinghorn Trucking, Liquid Carbonic and Kansas
 Feeds before retiring. He had a great sense of humor. Though not 
formally trained he was very mechanically inclined and could fix 
anything. Mr. Sauer was drafted into the U.S. Army serving from November
 3, 1966 to November 2, 1972.

He is survived by two sons Eric Sauer and wife Jennifer of Topeka, 
Kansas; Kevin Sauer and wife Christy of Manhattan, Kansas; one brother 
Pat Sauer and wife LaDonna of Garden City; two sisters Susan Jantz and 
husband Larry of Hays, Kansas: Linda Davis of Eldon, Iowa He is also 
survived by four grandchildren.

Memorial service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday 
January 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM with Mr. Jeff&nbsp; Hiers presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment 
will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City. There will be no 
visitation as cremation has taken place. 

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

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 </figure>Vincent "Mike" Sauer, 78, died January 12, 2022, at his home in Dodge 
City.&nbsp; He was born on December 22, 1943, at Dodge City the son of Vincent
 and Margaret (Smith) Sauer. &nbsp;He married Marilyn Wendel on September 28, 1963, in Cimarron, she 
passed away on January 12, 2022. Mr. Sauer loved working in his yard as 
well as gardening in his spare time. He worked as a truck driver for 
many years, driving for Polkinghorn Trucking, Liquid Carbonic and Kansas
 Feeds before retiring. He had a great sense of humor. Though not 
formally trained he was very mechanically inclined and could fix 
anything. Mr. Sauer was drafted into the U.S. Army serving from November
 3, 1966 to November 2, 1972.He is survived by two sons Eric Sauer and wife Jennifer of Topeka, 
Kansas; Kevin Sauer and wife Christy of Manhattan, Kansas; one brother 
Pat Sauer and wife LaDonna of Garden City; two sisters Susan Jantz and 
husband Larry of Hays, Kansas: Linda Davis of Eldon, Iowa He is also 
survived by four grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial service will be held at Swaim Funeral Chapel on Friday 
January 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM with Mr. Jeff&nbsp; Hiers presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment 
will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Dodge City. There will be no 
visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to Ford
 county Humane Society in care of the funeral home. Thoughts and 
memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Vincent 'Mike' Sauer

Floyd F. Truan, age 101 of Gorham, Kansas died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at his home on his farm South of Gorham in the Winterset Township. &nbsp;

He was born September 9, 1920, in rural Russell County South of Gorham to Edward and Lola (Roden) Truan.&nbsp; He married Helen L. (Haggard) on July 19, 1952, at Dodge City, Kansas.&nbsp; He spent 67 wonderful years with his loving wife until her death on&nbsp; April 26, 2020. &nbsp;

Floyd was a farmer, rancher and spent his lifetime in the Winterset community.&nbsp; He attended the Hope Valley Grade School and the Gorham Community Church.&nbsp; He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; He served on the Winterset Township Board, the Farm and Home Administration, and was a Russell County Commissioner.&nbsp; He was the caretaker of the Winterset Cemetery for over 75 years.&nbsp; Floyd enjoyed his farm life, fishing, reading, the Royals, going to auctions, his family, his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include two sons, Kent Truan and wife, Pam, Gorham, KS; Jeff Truan, Gorham, KS; one daughter, Sherri Truan, Gorham, KS; 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; four brothers, Harold Truan; Archie Truan; Donald Truan; Ward Truan; and one sister, Esther Joyce.

A private family inurnment will be at Winterset Cemetery south of Gorham, Kansas. &nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to the Gorham Community Church or Winterset Cemetery Fund made payable to the organization in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp;

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

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 </figure>Floyd F. Truan, age 101 of Gorham, Kansas died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at his home on his farm South of Gorham in the Winterset Township. &nbsp;He was born September 9, 1920, in rural Russell County South of Gorham to Edward and Lola (Roden) Truan.&nbsp; He married Helen L. (Haggard) on July 19, 1952, at Dodge City, Kansas.&nbsp; He spent 67 wonderful years with his loving wife until her death on&nbsp; April 26, 2020. &nbsp;Floyd was a farmer, rancher and spent his lifetime in the Winterset community.&nbsp; He attended the Hope Valley Grade School and the Gorham Community Church.&nbsp; He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; He served on the Winterset Township Board, the Farm and Home Administration, and was a Russell County Commissioner.&nbsp; He was the caretaker of the Winterset Cemetery for over 75 years.&nbsp; Floyd enjoyed his farm life, fishing, reading, the Royals, going to auctions, his family, his grandchildren and great grandchildren.Survivors include two sons, Kent Truan and wife, Pam, Gorham, KS; Jeff Truan, Gorham, KS; one daughter, Sherri Truan, Gorham, KS; 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; four brothers, Harold Truan; Archie Truan; Donald Truan; Ward Truan; and one sister, Esther Joyce.A private family inurnment will be at Winterset Cemetery south of Gorham, Kansas. &nbsp;The family suggests memorials to the Gorham Community Church or Winterset Cemetery Fund made payable to the organization in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via email to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left by guestbook at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;

Floyd F. Truan

Richard Charles Rippe, 79, of Ludell, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 
at Rawlins County Medical Center in Atwood, KS, as a result of an ATV 
accident near his farm in rural Rawlins County. He was born December 10,
 1942, in Oberlin, KS, to Edwin and Verneda (Schmid) Rippe. 
He attended the Ludell Grade School through 6th grade and Sacred Heart 
Parochial School in Atwood until high school. He graduated from Atwood 
High School in 1960. During high school, he enjoyed wrestling and he 
spent many years playing softball for the Ludell town team following 
graduation. There was rarely a time that he wasn’t smiling and being 
ornery. 
On December 1, 1973, he married Theresa (Sattler) Rippe at St. Mary’s 
Assumption Catholic Church in Herndon, KS and they enjoyed 48 years 
together. He farmed and ranched with his family on the Rippe Homestead 
for his entire life. He loved working with cattle and seeing the baby 
calves running around in the spring. Teasing and loving on his 
grandchildren was his greatest joy. He would always chuckle when he 
found blocks, toys, and even the tv remote in his cowboy boots that the 
grandkids had hid there to tease him back. His hobbies included reading,
 playing cards, and watching sports and old westerns. Each week he 
looked forward to visiting with his after-church coffee group. Nothing 
was more important to him than his family and friends. He would do 
anything for anyone. 
He was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Atwood and 
St. Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church in Herndon. He was an active 
member, serving on Parish Council and proud to be a Eucharistic 
Minister. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, where he 
previously served as Grand Knight and was honored to have his family 
receive the Knights of Columbus Family of the Year Award. He served for 
many years on the Herndon School Board, Rawlins County Extension Board, 
and Atwood Hospital Foundation Board. 
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his in-laws, Clarence 
(Kayo) Sattler and Stella (Niemeth) Sattler; brothers, Clarence Rippe 
and Ronald Rippe; sisters-in-law, Emmaline Rippe, Lois (Sattler) Solko, 
Carol Sattler, and Linda Sattler; brother-in-law George Cardinal, 
daughter-in-law, Alicia (Burkhalter) Rippe; Nephews, Kenon Rippe and 
Brad Rippe. 
He is survived by his loving wife Theresa, of the home; children, Kevin 
(Megan) Rippe, of Ludell, KS; Timothy (Lindsey) Rippe of Ludell, KS; 
Brenda (Aaron) Schilde of Atwood, KS; Rodney (Katelynn) Rippe of Hays, 
KS; 14 grandchildren; Lillian Rippe, Michaela Rippe, Allison Rippe, 
Kimberly Rippe, Connor Rippe, Wyatt Rippe, Levi Rippe, Trevor Rippe, 
Addison Schilde, Grayson Schilde, Jackson Schilde, Paxton Rippe, Lawson 
Rippe and Baby Rippe on the way; Brothers, Robert Rippe of Las Vegas, 
NV, Victor Rippe of Mesquite, NV, Edgar Rippe of Las Vegas, NV, and 
Clifford Rippe of Lenexa, KS; Sister, Carolyn Glaves of Gilbert, 
Arizona; and many beloved nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. 
Visitation will be at Baalmann Mortuary in Atwood on Friday, January 14,
 2022, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a Vigil Service and Rosary at 7:00 
p.m. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, January 15, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Atwood. Burial will be at Mount Calvary 
Catholic Cemetery in Atwood. Memorials may be made to the Richard C. 
Rippe Memorial Fund 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>Richard Charles Rippe, 79, of Ludell, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 
at Rawlins County Medical Center in Atwood, KS, as a result of an ATV 
accident near his farm in rural Rawlins County. He was born December 10,
 1942, in Oberlin, KS, to Edwin and Verneda (Schmid) Rippe. 
He attended the Ludell Grade School through 6th grade and Sacred Heart 
Parochial School in Atwood until high school. He graduated from Atwood 
High School in 1960. During high school, he enjoyed wrestling and he 
spent many years playing softball for the Ludell town team following 
graduation. There was rarely a time that he wasn’t smiling and being 
ornery. 
On December 1, 1973, he married Theresa (Sattler) Rippe at St. Mary’s 
Assumption Catholic Church in Herndon, KS and they enjoyed 48 years 
together. He farmed and ranched with his family on the Rippe Homestead 
for his entire life. He loved working with cattle and seeing the baby 
calves running around in the spring. Teasing and loving on his 
grandchildren was his greatest joy. He would always chuckle when he 
found blocks, toys, and even the tv remote in his cowboy boots that the 
grandkids had hid there to tease him back. His hobbies included reading,
 playing cards, and watching sports and old westerns. Each week he 
looked forward to visiting with his after-church coffee group. Nothing 
was more important to him than his family and friends. He would do 
anything for anyone. 
He was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Atwood and 
St. Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church in Herndon. He was an active 
member, serving on Parish Council and proud to be a Eucharistic 
Minister. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, where he 
previously served as Grand Knight and was honored to have his family 
receive the Knights of Columbus Family of the Year Award. He served for 
many years on the Herndon School Board, Rawlins County Extension Board, 
and Atwood Hospital Foundation Board. 
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his in-laws, Clarence 
(Kayo) Sattler and Stella (Niemeth) Sattler; brothers, Clarence Rippe 
and Ronald Rippe; sisters-in-law, Emmaline Rippe, Lois (Sattler) Solko, 
Carol Sattler, and Linda Sattler; brother-in-law George Cardinal, 
daughter-in-law, Alicia (Burkhalter) Rippe; Nephews, Kenon Rippe and 
Brad Rippe. 
He is survived by his loving wife Theresa, of the home; children, Kevin 
(Megan) Rippe, of Ludell, KS; Timothy (Lindsey) Rippe of Ludell, KS; 
Brenda (Aaron) Schilde of Atwood, KS; Rodney (Katelynn) Rippe of Hays, 
KS; 14 grandchildren; Lillian Rippe, Michaela Rippe, Allison Rippe, 
Kimberly Rippe, Connor Rippe, Wyatt Rippe, Levi Rippe, Trevor Rippe, 
Addison Schilde, Grayson Schilde, Jackson Schilde, Paxton Rippe, Lawson 
Rippe and Baby Rippe on the way; Brothers, Robert Rippe of Las Vegas, 
NV, Victor Rippe of Mesquite, NV, Edgar Rippe of Las Vegas, NV, and 
Clifford Rippe of Lenexa, KS; Sister, Carolyn Glaves of Gilbert, 
Arizona; and many beloved nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. 
Visitation will be at Baalmann Mortuary in Atwood on Friday, January 14,
 2022, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a Vigil Service and Rosary at 7:00 
p.m. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, January 15, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Atwood. Burial will be at Mount Calvary 
Catholic Cemetery in Atwood. Memorials may be made to the Richard C. 
Rippe Memorial Fund 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;

Richard Charles Rippe

Sonja S. Strecker, 71, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita.

She was born April 10, 1950, in Dodge City, the daughter of Robert and
 Blanche (Simmons) Sanko.&nbsp; She graduated from Spearville High School and
 then later in life returned to college and achieved her RN Nursing 
Degree from Dodge City Community College in 1991.&nbsp; She was a lifetime 
Spearville resident and started her career as a Registered Nurse at the 
Spearville Hospital until it closed at which time she became the 
Director of Nursing at Hodgeman County Longterm Care in Jetmore for 10 
years.&nbsp; She then worked for Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City until 
her retirement.&nbsp; On June 29, 1968, she married Norbert Strecker at St. 
John the Baptist Church in Spearville and then proudly worked along side
 him taking care of the farm, while raising their 4 daughters.

She was a member of St. John the Baptist Church where she sang in the
 Christmas Choir.&nbsp; She was also a member of the St. Mary’s Heritage 
Foundation.&nbsp; She enjoyed ceramics and enjoyed spending time with family,
 especially camping and vacationing with them.

Survivors include: her husband of 53 years, Norbert; their 4 
daughters, Stacey Nuss and husband Jarvis, Jetmore, Paula Schneweis and 
husband Alan, Dodge City, Pamela Strecker and husband Joe Davis, Bucklin
 and Nikki Cossman and husband Michael, Jetmore; 2 brothers, Don Sanko 
and wife Linda, Cedar Bluff, Mark Sanko and wife Patty, Spearville; 
sister, Conny Heiland and husband Tom, Jamestown, Missouri; 21 
grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister, Dianna 
Kay Sanko, a son-in-law, Rock Strecker and a granddaughter-in-law, 
Taylor Stein.

Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Sunday, January 16, 2022, at St. John
 the Baptist Church, Spearville.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am 
Monday, January 17, 2022, at the church with Fr. John Forkuoh presiding.&nbsp;
 Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Spearville.&nbsp; There will be no 
public viewing, cremation has taken place.

The family suggests memorials to Hospice of the Prairie or St. Mary’s
 Heritage Foundation both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Sonja S. Strecker, 71, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita.She was born April 10, 1950, in Dodge City, the daughter of Robert and
 Blanche (Simmons) Sanko.&nbsp; She graduated from Spearville High School and
 then later in life returned to college and achieved her RN Nursing 
Degree from Dodge City Community College in 1991.&nbsp; She was a lifetime 
Spearville resident and started her career as a Registered Nurse at the 
Spearville Hospital until it closed at which time she became the 
Director of Nursing at Hodgeman County Longterm Care in Jetmore for 10 
years.&nbsp; She then worked for Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City until 
her retirement.&nbsp; On June 29, 1968, she married Norbert Strecker at St. 
John the Baptist Church in Spearville and then proudly worked along side
 him taking care of the farm, while raising their 4 daughters.She was a member of St. John the Baptist Church where she sang in the
 Christmas Choir.&nbsp; She was also a member of the St. Mary’s Heritage 
Foundation.&nbsp; She enjoyed ceramics and enjoyed spending time with family,
 especially camping and vacationing with them.Survivors include: her husband of 53 years, Norbert; their 4 
daughters, Stacey Nuss and husband Jarvis, Jetmore, Paula Schneweis and 
husband Alan, Dodge City, Pamela Strecker and husband Joe Davis, Bucklin
 and Nikki Cossman and husband Michael, Jetmore; 2 brothers, Don Sanko 
and wife Linda, Cedar Bluff, Mark Sanko and wife Patty, Spearville; 
sister, Conny Heiland and husband Tom, Jamestown, Missouri; 21 
grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister, Dianna 
Kay Sanko, a son-in-law, Rock Strecker and a granddaughter-in-law, 
Taylor Stein.Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Sunday, January 16, 2022, at St. John
 the Baptist Church, Spearville.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am 
Monday, January 17, 2022, at the church with Fr. John Forkuoh presiding.&nbsp;
 Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Spearville.&nbsp; There will be no 
public viewing, cremation has taken place.The family suggests memorials to Hospice of the Prairie or St. Mary’s
 Heritage Foundation both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Sonja S. Strecker

Keaneu Dustin Chad Depe, 23, of Denver, CO, died January 10, 2022. He 
was born August 3, 1998, in Denver, CO, to Juanita Swiftwater and 
Russell Depe. When Dustin was two years old, he moved to Colby, KS. At a
 young age he liked to play soccer and loved helping his grandpa Carroll
 with the chores around the farm. 

He loved the outdoors, going hunting 
and fishing was always a big adventure for him. His father would take 
him to the mountains in Colorado, where they would pan for gold and 
fish. Dustin was active in the boy scouts and earned several patches. He
 participated in football and track in high school. On December 12, 
2018, he graduated from high school. Dustin was a big help, with his 
knowledge of Boy Scouts, to his grandmother Marj, while she was writing 
her book, Secrets of Roberts Mountain. Dustin was very proud and loved 
his Oglala Lakota indigenous heritage. 
Going before him in death was his grandmother, Marjorie Brown. 
Those left to mourn his passing are his mother Juanita, of Chadron, NE; 
father, Russell (Linda), of Colby, KS; grandparents, Carroll and Rita 
Depe, of Colby, James Brown, of Colby, Sara Bass, Diana Perez and Alvin 
and Sonny Gray Grass; brothers, Christian Brings Him Back, BJ-II Brings 
Him Back, Adrieano Brings Him Back, Tyler Swiftwater, Sebastien Water 
and Aaron (Ashley) Schriner and family; sisters, Natasha Swiftwater and 
Kimimila Swiftwater; aunts and uncles, Chad (Stacy) Depe, Barbara (Alan)
 Jones, Joanna Swiftwater, Cheraton Bass, Diedra Bass and Galveston Bass
 and a multitude of nieces and nephews. 
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022,
 at the Berean Church, Colby, KS. Memorials may be made to the High 
Point Advocacy and Resource Center and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Keaneu Dustin Chad Depe, 23, of Denver, CO, died January 10, 2022. He 
was born August 3, 1998, in Denver, CO, to Juanita Swiftwater and 
Russell Depe. When Dustin was two years old, he moved to Colby, KS. At a
 young age he liked to play soccer and loved helping his grandpa Carroll
 with the chores around the farm. He loved the outdoors, going hunting 
and fishing was always a big adventure for him. His father would take 
him to the mountains in Colorado, where they would pan for gold and 
fish. Dustin was active in the boy scouts and earned several patches. He
 participated in football and track in high school. On December 12, 
2018, he graduated from high school. Dustin was a big help, with his 
knowledge of Boy Scouts, to his grandmother Marj, while she was writing 
her book, Secrets of Roberts Mountain. Dustin was very proud and loved 
his Oglala Lakota indigenous heritage. 
Going before him in death was his grandmother, Marjorie Brown. 
Those left to mourn his passing are his mother Juanita, of Chadron, NE; 
father, Russell (Linda), of Colby, KS; grandparents, Carroll and Rita 
Depe, of Colby, James Brown, of Colby, Sara Bass, Diana Perez and Alvin 
and Sonny Gray Grass; brothers, Christian Brings Him Back, BJ-II Brings 
Him Back, Adrieano Brings Him Back, Tyler Swiftwater, Sebastien Water 
and Aaron (Ashley) Schriner and family; sisters, Natasha Swiftwater and 
Kimimila Swiftwater; aunts and uncles, Chad (Stacy) Depe, Barbara (Alan)
 Jones, Joanna Swiftwater, Cheraton Bass, Diedra Bass and Galveston Bass
 and a multitude of nieces and nephews. 
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022,
 at the Berean Church, Colby, KS. Memorials may be made to the High 
Point Advocacy and Resource Center and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Keaneu Dustin Chad Depe

Rhea Jean Schartz, 62, passed away on January 12, 2022, at St. 
Catherine Hospital, Garden City, Kansas. She was born on October 26, 
1959, at Great Bend, Kansas, to Robert Eugene &amp; Dora Jean (Smith) 
Applegate. Rhea married Kevin Schartz December 17, 1977, at Great Bend, 
Kansas.&nbsp;

A lifetime area resident, she worked for St. Joseph Catholic School 
as a cook for 18 years. Rhea enjoyed playing the lottery and casinos, 
specifically slots. She loved the school children, holidays especially 
the family time that came with them, and spoiling her grandkids.

Rhea is survived by her husband Kevin Schartz of the home; two sons, 
Aaron (Lindsey) Schartz of Great Bend, Seth (Krystal) Schartz of 
Ellinwood; three brothers: Robert “Lynn” (Noreen) Applegate of Topeka, 
Randy (Diane) Applegate of Hoisington, Ryan (Chawntae) Applegate of 
Hebron, Kent.; and three grandchildren, Avery, Payton, and Parker 
Schartz. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 16, 2022, from 1:00 to 
8:00 p.m. with a rosary service at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral 
Home. Funeral service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 
17, 2022, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father 
Terrance Klein presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. 


Memorials can be made to the St. Joseph Catholic School, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rhea Jean Schartz, 62, passed away on January 12, 2022, at St. 
Catherine Hospital, Garden City, Kansas. She was born on October 26, 
1959, at Great Bend, Kansas, to Robert Eugene &amp; Dora Jean (Smith) 
Applegate. Rhea married Kevin Schartz December 17, 1977, at Great Bend, 
Kansas.&nbsp;A lifetime area resident, she worked for St. Joseph Catholic School 
as a cook for 18 years. Rhea enjoyed playing the lottery and casinos, 
specifically slots. She loved the school children, holidays especially 
the family time that came with them, and spoiling her grandkids.Rhea is survived by her husband Kevin Schartz of the home; two sons, 
Aaron (Lindsey) Schartz of Great Bend, Seth (Krystal) Schartz of 
Ellinwood; three brothers: Robert “Lynn” (Noreen) Applegate of Topeka, 
Randy (Diane) Applegate of Hoisington, Ryan (Chawntae) Applegate of 
Hebron, Kent.; and three grandchildren, Avery, Payton, and Parker 
Schartz. She is preceded in death by her parents.Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 16, 2022, from 1:00 to 
8:00 p.m. with a rosary service at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral 
Home. Funeral service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 
17, 2022, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father 
Terrance Klein presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. 
Memorials can be made to the St. Joseph Catholic School, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Rhea Jean Schartz

Curtis W. Syring, 91, of Herington, died Tuesday, January 11, 2022. 
Curtis was born at home September 14, 1930, at Rock Creek in Wabunsee 
County, Kansas, to Herman W. Syring and Alta V. (Kahle) Syring.&nbsp; He grew
 up in Alta Vista, Kansas. He loved learning and wholeheartedly 
participated in all aspects of education during his school years.&nbsp; He 
enjoyed and excelled in all school sports.&nbsp; 

After graduating from Alta 
Vista High School in 1948, Curtis enlisted in the United States Navy 
where he received education as an electrician.&nbsp; He was called back into 
active duty in 1952.&nbsp; During the Korean War, serving as Electrician’s 
Mate on board an LSM Navy ship. He was honorably discharged from the 
Navy in December of 1953.&nbsp;

Over the next few years, Curtis worked in various areas of electric 
and automotive repair, before going to work for the Production Credit 
Association in Council Grove, Kansas.&nbsp; He was promoted to Manager of 
Production Credit in Salina, Kansas in 1966.&nbsp; He continued his career in
 the agricultural loan division of Sunflower Bank as an Assistant Vice 
President in Salina and Russell until his retirement.&nbsp; He continued to 
do agricultural loan inspections for the bank up until two years ago.

Curtis’ father was a fine carpenter and taught him those skills from 
an early age.&nbsp; Curtis blessed his family and friends with many wood 
creations he fashioned in his wood shop.&nbsp; Along with his electrical 
knowledge, he also possessed a self-taught mechanical mind that could 
figure out how to fix just about anything.&nbsp; He always wanted to stay 
active and useful.

Curtis greatly enjoyed and participated in sports his entire life.&nbsp; 
He played baseball for community teams as a young man.&nbsp; He was a 
football and basketball official for many years.&nbsp; His greatest enjoyment
 was found on the golf course.&nbsp; He played golf as often as he possibly 
could for well over 50 years, playing his last round in November of 2019
 when his health began to fail.

In 1952 he married Betty Pykiet from Council Grove.&nbsp; To that marriage
 were born his two children, Randy and Leanne.&nbsp; After that marriage 
ended, he and Peggy Holmes were united in marriage until Peggy passed 
away in 1998. &nbsp;Curtis was introduced to Audrey Lorenz who became his 
dearly beloved and constant companion until Audrey’s death in 2018.

Curtis is survived by his two children, Randy (Susie) of Salina, and 
Leanne Williams (Rich) of Council Grove; and a sister, Virginia Fisher 
of Council Grove.&nbsp; He was blessed with five grandchildren and ten 
great-grandchildren, as well as a nephew and three nieces.

The body was cremated.&nbsp; There will be a celebration of Curtis’s life 
at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Community Christian 
Church, 18 McCardell St, in Council Grove, Kansas, with Reverend Richard
 Williams officiating.

The family suggests that memorials be made to the First Tee Program in Salina, in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Curtis W. Syring, 91, of Herington, died Tuesday, January 11, 2022. 
Curtis was born at home September 14, 1930, at Rock Creek in Wabunsee 
County, Kansas, to Herman W. Syring and Alta V. (Kahle) Syring.&nbsp; He grew
 up in Alta Vista, Kansas. He loved learning and wholeheartedly 
participated in all aspects of education during his school years.&nbsp; He 
enjoyed and excelled in all school sports.&nbsp; After graduating from Alta 
Vista High School in 1948, Curtis enlisted in the United States Navy 
where he received education as an electrician.&nbsp; He was called back into 
active duty in 1952.&nbsp; During the Korean War, serving as Electrician’s 
Mate on board an LSM Navy ship. He was honorably discharged from the 
Navy in December of 1953.&nbsp;Over the next few years, Curtis worked in various areas of electric 
and automotive repair, before going to work for the Production Credit 
Association in Council Grove, Kansas.&nbsp; He was promoted to Manager of 
Production Credit in Salina, Kansas in 1966.&nbsp; He continued his career in
 the agricultural loan division of Sunflower Bank as an Assistant Vice 
President in Salina and Russell until his retirement.&nbsp; He continued to 
do agricultural loan inspections for the bank up until two years ago.Curtis’ father was a fine carpenter and taught him those skills from 
an early age.&nbsp; Curtis blessed his family and friends with many wood 
creations he fashioned in his wood shop.&nbsp; Along with his electrical 
knowledge, he also possessed a self-taught mechanical mind that could 
figure out how to fix just about anything.&nbsp; He always wanted to stay 
active and useful.Curtis greatly enjoyed and participated in sports his entire life.&nbsp; 
He played baseball for community teams as a young man.&nbsp; He was a 
football and basketball official for many years.&nbsp; His greatest enjoyment
 was found on the golf course.&nbsp; He played golf as often as he possibly 
could for well over 50 years, playing his last round in November of 2019
 when his health began to fail.In 1952 he married Betty Pykiet from Council Grove.&nbsp; To that marriage
 were born his two children, Randy and Leanne.&nbsp; After that marriage 
ended, he and Peggy Holmes were united in marriage until Peggy passed 
away in 1998. &nbsp;Curtis was introduced to Audrey Lorenz who became his 
dearly beloved and constant companion until Audrey’s death in 2018.Curtis is survived by his two children, Randy (Susie) of Salina, and 
Leanne Williams (Rich) of Council Grove; and a sister, Virginia Fisher 
of Council Grove.&nbsp; He was blessed with five grandchildren and ten 
great-grandchildren, as well as a nephew and three nieces.The body was cremated.&nbsp; There will be a celebration of Curtis’s life 
at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Community Christian 
Church, 18 McCardell St, in Council Grove, Kansas, with Reverend Richard
 Williams officiating.The family suggests that memorials be made to the First Tee Program in Salina, in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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