Robert Dean Hamel, father and grandfather extraordinaire, of Windcrest, 
Texas departed this earth on December 26, 2021 with his children at his 
side. He was beloved by his family and friends who knew him as a kind 
and generous man who always had a story to tell. No one told a story 
better than Grandpa Dean, smoked better ribs, watched more football, or 
baked a better pie. It was a split decision if his apple caramel pie or
 his sour cream raisin pie was the winner. He had a long and 
complicated relationship with the Dallas Cowboys.
 Born in Hays, Kansas, to Harry and Nona Hamel, Dean was the middle 
of three sons. Raised in Zurich, Kansas to work hard on the family farm
 until it burned down and the family moved into town. He spent years 
working with his dad on construction around the area. 
 Dean was a 3 sport athlete at Palco High School with a special love 
for football. Once approached by Notre Dame alumni who told him it was 
his Catholic duty to play football for the Fighting Irish, he asked them
 how he would pay for the tuition. Their response was “God will find a 
way”. Needless to say, he attended Fort Hays State University at age 17 
and graduated with a history and political science double major. While 
at Fort Hays, in his own words, he “joined a fraternity, drank quite a 
bit, tended bar, got average grades, and upon graduating still didn’t 
want to go to work for a living, so he decided to go to Law School”. 
 Dean graduated from Washburn Law School in 1961. While at Washburn 
he worked at the Boys Industrial School, a youth correctional 
institution. He considered this one of the highlights of his life 
because of the friendships he made, and it taught him a great deal about
 human nature. He was also able to use this experience later in life as
 a criminal attorney.
 He joined the US Army as an Infantry officer in January of 1962, 
then attended the course for Army Lawyers in Charlottesville, Virginia. 
His army career took him to Colorado Springs, Virginia, Missouri, 
Kansas, Hawaii, Korea, Germany, Maryland, and finally his home of Texas.
 He served as a trial attorney, prosecutor, international law and 
procurement attorney, claims service, and as the Staff Judge Advocate. 
He retired as a full colonel in August of 1990. After his retirement, 
he passed the Texas bar and became the Chief of Acquisition Law with the
 Fort Sam Houston Medical Command. He retired for good in August of 
2000.
 Of all his many accomplishments, Dean considered his family his 
greatest source of pride. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, 
brother, uncle, and friend. Dean’s passing leaves a hole in the lives 
of all who knew him.
 He is survived by his 3 children Mark Hamel, Melissa Riley (m. Dan 
Riley), Christopher Hamel (m. Melissa Hamel), his 12 grandchildren 
Michael Hamel (m. Molly Hamel), John Hamel (m. Sierra Hamel), Paul 
Hamel, Brian Riley, Liam Riley, Erin Peters (m. Scott Peters), Brandon 
Hamel, Ryan Hamel (m. Brianna Hamel), Adam Hamel, Kyle Hamel, Joel 
Hamel, Luke Hamel, great grandson Samuel Hamel. Brothers and sisters 
in-law Gary and Gloria Hamel and Tom and Nancy Hamel, as well as many 
loved nephews and nieces.

Click <a href="https://www.dwbrooksfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Col-Robert-Dean--Hamel?obId=23504258#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Robert Dean Hamel, father and grandfather extraordinaire, of Windcrest, 
Texas departed this earth on December 26, 2021 with his children at his 
side. He was beloved by his family and friends who knew him as a kind 
and generous man who always had a story to tell. No one told a story 
better than Grandpa Dean, smoked better ribs, watched more football, or 
baked a better pie. It was a split decision if his apple caramel pie or
 his sour cream raisin pie was the winner. He had a long and 
complicated relationship with the Dallas Cowboys.
 Born in Hays, Kansas, to Harry and Nona Hamel, Dean was the middle 
of three sons. Raised in Zurich, Kansas to work hard on the family farm
 until it burned down and the family moved into town. He spent years 
working with his dad on construction around the area. 
 Dean was a 3 sport athlete at Palco High School with a special love 
for football. Once approached by Notre Dame alumni who told him it was 
his Catholic duty to play football for the Fighting Irish, he asked them
 how he would pay for the tuition. Their response was “God will find a 
way”. Needless to say, he attended Fort Hays State University at age 17 
and graduated with a history and political science double major. While 
at Fort Hays, in his own words, he “joined a fraternity, drank quite a 
bit, tended bar, got average grades, and upon graduating still didn’t 
want to go to work for a living, so he decided to go to Law School”. 
 Dean graduated from Washburn Law School in 1961. While at Washburn 
he worked at the Boys Industrial School, a youth correctional 
institution. He considered this one of the highlights of his life 
because of the friendships he made, and it taught him a great deal about
 human nature. He was also able to use this experience later in life as
 a criminal attorney.
 He joined the US Army as an Infantry officer in January of 1962, 
then attended the course for Army Lawyers in Charlottesville, Virginia. 
His army career took him to Colorado Springs, Virginia, Missouri, 
Kansas, Hawaii, Korea, Germany, Maryland, and finally his home of Texas.
 He served as a trial attorney, prosecutor, international law and 
procurement attorney, claims service, and as the Staff Judge Advocate. 
He retired as a full colonel in August of 1990. After his retirement, 
he passed the Texas bar and became the Chief of Acquisition Law with the
 Fort Sam Houston Medical Command. He retired for good in August of 
2000.
 Of all his many accomplishments, Dean considered his family his 
greatest source of pride. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, 
brother, uncle, and friend. Dean’s passing leaves a hole in the lives 
of all who knew him.
 He is survived by his 3 children Mark Hamel, Melissa Riley (m. Dan 
Riley), Christopher Hamel (m. Melissa Hamel), his 12 grandchildren 
Michael Hamel (m. Molly Hamel), John Hamel (m. Sierra Hamel), Paul 
Hamel, Brian Riley, Liam Riley, Erin Peters (m. Scott Peters), Brandon 
Hamel, Ryan Hamel (m. Brianna Hamel), Adam Hamel, Kyle Hamel, Joel 
Hamel, Luke Hamel, great grandson Samuel Hamel. Brothers and sisters 
in-law Gary and Gloria Hamel and Tom and Nancy Hamel, as well as many 
loved nephews and nieces.Click <a href="https://www.dwbrooksfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Col-Robert-Dean--Hamel?obId=23504258#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Col. Robert Dean Hamel

Gloria S. Smith, age 78, of Goodland passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the Goodland Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;

She was born January 25, 1943 to Horace and Hazel (Monson) Bass in 
Ashdown, Arkansas.&nbsp; She grew up and went to school in Arkansas, Texas 
and Kansas, she graduated from Great Bend High School.&nbsp;

On March 29, 1976, she married James Smith in Hillsboro, Missouri.&nbsp; 
They moved to Goodland, July 1, 2001.&nbsp; Gloria was a cook and waitress at
 Hank’s Cafe until she retired in 2016.&nbsp; She was a member of the 
Goodland Chapter No. 122 Order of the Eastern Star.&nbsp;

Preceding her in death were her parents, and husband, James; and daughter, Alicia Hunter.&nbsp;

Gloria is survived by her daughter, Monica Ford of Goodland; sons: 
Jack Spangenberg of Salina, KS; Jeffrey Spangenberg of McPherson, KS; 
James Spangenberg of McPherson, KS; stepson, James Mauler of Broomfield,
 CO; and many more family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Information and online condolences&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gloria-Smith">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Gloria S. Smith, age 78, of Goodland passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the Goodland Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;She was born January 25, 1943 to Horace and Hazel (Monson) Bass in 
Ashdown, Arkansas.&nbsp; She grew up and went to school in Arkansas, Texas 
and Kansas, she graduated from Great Bend High School.&nbsp;On March 29, 1976, she married James Smith in Hillsboro, Missouri.&nbsp; 
They moved to Goodland, July 1, 2001.&nbsp; Gloria was a cook and waitress at
 Hank’s Cafe until she retired in 2016.&nbsp; She was a member of the 
Goodland Chapter No. 122 Order of the Eastern Star.&nbsp;Preceding her in death were her parents, and husband, James; and daughter, Alicia Hunter.&nbsp;Gloria is survived by her daughter, Monica Ford of Goodland; sons: 
Jack Spangenberg of Salina, KS; Jeffrey Spangenberg of McPherson, KS; 
James Spangenberg of McPherson, KS; stepson, James Mauler of Broomfield,
 CO; and many more family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;Information and online condolences&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.comClick <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Gloria-Smith">HERE</a> for service details.

Gloria S. Smith

Marion Bernice Nickel, 88, died Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at her home 
in Oakley, Kansas. She was born August 22, 1933, on her grandparent’s 
farm in Barton County, Kansas, to Alexander Keller and Marion (Donovan) 
Keller. Bernice attended school at Monument, Kansas. On December 7, 
1952, she married Roy A. Nickel. She enjoyed quilting with the ladies 
from St Joseph Catholic Church. 
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Kathryn McKellpis and Twila Ann Hawkins. 
She is survived by her husband Roy, of 69 years; children, Roy A. Jr 
(Ilene) Nickel, of Oakley, KS, Debbie Collins, of Colby, KS, Robert 
(Donna) Nickel, of Augusta, KS, and Jennifer (Ron) Barber, of Topeka, 
KS; 9 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; sisters, Elsie Wolf and 
Jennie Wolf and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. 
Graveside service will be held at the Oakley City Cemetery on Friday, 
December 31, 2021, at 11:00 am. Memorials may be made to the Busy Hand 
Quilters 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;

Marion Bernice Nickel, 88, died Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at her home 
in Oakley, Kansas. She was born August 22, 1933, on her grandparent’s 
farm in Barton County, Kansas, to Alexander Keller and Marion (Donovan) 
Keller. Bernice attended school at Monument, Kansas. On December 7, 
1952, she married Roy A. Nickel. She enjoyed quilting with the ladies 
from St Joseph Catholic Church. 
Bernice was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Kathryn McKellpis and Twila Ann Hawkins. 
She is survived by her husband Roy, of 69 years; children, Roy A. Jr 
(Ilene) Nickel, of Oakley, KS, Debbie Collins, of Colby, KS, Robert 
(Donna) Nickel, of Augusta, KS, and Jennifer (Ron) Barber, of Topeka, 
KS; 9 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; sisters, Elsie Wolf and 
Jennie Wolf and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. 
Graveside service will be held at the Oakley City Cemetery on Friday, 
December 31, 2021, at 11:00 am. Memorials may be made to the Busy Hand 
Quilters 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;

Marion Bernice Nickel (Keller)

Saturday, August 30th, 1941-Tuesday, December 28th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Saturday, August 30th, 1941-Tuesday, December 28th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Virgle Hatfield

Thursday, December 29th, 1960-Wednesday, December 29th, 2021

Thursday, December 29th, 1960-Wednesday, December 29th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Robert Anthony 'Bob' Robben

June 6, 1933 - December 26, 2021 Sayed Jehan's life was remarkable, and a shining example of someone who 
achieved the American dream. From his humble beginnings in a small rural
 village in Pakistan, he went on to become a well respected and 
successful physician, father, philanthropist, and businessman who helped
 and impacted the lives of countless people all over the world. 
Sayed was born in 1933 outside of Peshawar, Pakistan - at that time 
known as British India. His upbringing was humble, raised in a village 
as the son of a farmer. Despite his simple surroundings, Sayed was 
gifted and had aspirations to become a doctor. His father took a huge 
risk by selling some of his land and sending his son to medical school 
in Bangladesh, known as East Pakistan at that time. The trip to 
Bangladesh took several days by train across India. He studied 
diligently in Bangladesh, not even returning to Pakistan to visit family
 until his studies were over after 6 years. After completing 
medical school Sayed spent a few years practicing in the rugged 
mountains of Pakistan. Then he traveled to the United Kingdom by ship, 
passing through the Suez Canal. The trip was an adventure with stops in 
Egypt, Turkey, and Gibraltar. In the UK he settled in Cardiff, Wales 
where he underwent additional medical training in psychiatry. This was 
the time he also married Yasmeen Khan, a young woman also from Pakistan.
 Sayed and Yasmeen moved to Saskatchewan, Canada, in 1966 where two 
of their sons were born. From Canada they moved to Fulton, Missouri, in 
1969 and had a third son. In 1971, the family moved to Wichita 
where they would settle permanently. A fourth son was born in Wichita. 
Sayed worked as a psychiatrist for next year 45 years in Wichita, 
leading the Sedgwick County Mental Health Department, now known as 
COMCARE, for many years. Later he also practiced at El Dorado and 
Hutchinson Correctional Facilities and Larned State Hospital. His 
psychiatric services were called upon in several high-profile incidents,
 including the downtown Holiday Inn sniper shootings in 1976, the Carr 
brothers murder spree in 2000, and later working with serial killer 
Dennis Rader, aka BTK. Sayed was a family man, devoted to Yasmeen 
and his four boys. But he also felt a greater responsibility to help 
others. He helped other family members immigrate to Wichita, where their
 families would also flourish. One of his sons and several younger 
relatives would also become doctors. He supported many relatives in 
Pakistan and led numerous development projects in his village, such as 
rebuilding the local mosque and building a cricket field for the local 
kids. Sayed was a leader in the Islamic community in Wichita, where
 he helped create the first mosque in 1976, serving as its 
vice-president for many years. Sayed also generously donated to 
charitable organizations that spearheaded development projects to needy 
communities in Pakistan. He also led several fundraising efforts for 
various projects in Pakistan, including providing funds after natural 
disasters and to cancer hospitals. In Wichita he was a generous 
benefactor of the Mayflower Clinic, established by immigrant 
professionals to provide free or discounted health services to those 
facing economic hardship. Recently the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran
 Khan, sent Sayed a signed cricket bat in honor of his outstanding 
service. He also met Prime Minister Khan as his personal guest at the 
Pakistani Embassy in Washington DC. Sayed was also a successful 
real estate investor, owning numerous apartments, duplexes, homes and 
shopping centers in Wichita, Andover, and Hays. His residential tenants 
would often stay for many years, appreciating his caring and responsible
 approach. His shopping centers continue to be managed by his oldest 
son, allowing dozens of small business owners to thrive and create their
 own legacies. Sayed had exceptional energy throughout his life. He
 worked full time until the age of 83. He still enjoyed going to the gym
 to walk 2 miles a day even until the age of 87. He loved to travel 
around the world with his family. He had a passion for gardening and 
landscaping, often joining his workers to make sure everything was just 
right. Sayed is survived by his wife Yasmeen, four sons Farouk of 
Valencia, California, Faisal of Yorba Linda, California, Iqbal and Ali 
of Wichita, five grandchildren, his brother Jan Sayed in Wichita, a 
sister in Pakistan, and numerous relatives in Wichita, Pakistan, and 
other parts of the world.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>June 6, 1933 - December 26, 2021 Sayed Jehan's life was remarkable, and a shining example of someone who 
achieved the American dream. From his humble beginnings in a small rural
 village in Pakistan, he went on to become a well respected and 
successful physician, father, philanthropist, and businessman who helped
 and impacted the lives of countless people all over the world. 
Sayed was born in 1933 outside of Peshawar, Pakistan - at that time 
known as British India. His upbringing was humble, raised in a village 
as the son of a farmer. Despite his simple surroundings, Sayed was 
gifted and had aspirations to become a doctor. His father took a huge 
risk by selling some of his land and sending his son to medical school 
in Bangladesh, known as East Pakistan at that time. The trip to 
Bangladesh took several days by train across India. He studied 
diligently in Bangladesh, not even returning to Pakistan to visit family
 until his studies were over after 6 years. After completing 
medical school Sayed spent a few years practicing in the rugged 
mountains of Pakistan. Then he traveled to the United Kingdom by ship, 
passing through the Suez Canal. The trip was an adventure with stops in 
Egypt, Turkey, and Gibraltar. In the UK he settled in Cardiff, Wales 
where he underwent additional medical training in psychiatry. This was 
the time he also married Yasmeen Khan, a young woman also from Pakistan.
 Sayed and Yasmeen moved to Saskatchewan, Canada, in 1966 where two 
of their sons were born. From Canada they moved to Fulton, Missouri, in 
1969 and had a third son. In 1971, the family moved to Wichita 
where they would settle permanently. A fourth son was born in Wichita. 
Sayed worked as a psychiatrist for next year 45 years in Wichita, 
leading the Sedgwick County Mental Health Department, now known as 
COMCARE, for many years. Later he also practiced at El Dorado and 
Hutchinson Correctional Facilities and Larned State Hospital. His 
psychiatric services were called upon in several high-profile incidents,
 including the downtown Holiday Inn sniper shootings in 1976, the Carr 
brothers murder spree in 2000, and later working with serial killer 
Dennis Rader, aka BTK. Sayed was a family man, devoted to Yasmeen 
and his four boys. But he also felt a greater responsibility to help 
others. He helped other family members immigrate to Wichita, where their
 families would also flourish. One of his sons and several younger 
relatives would also become doctors. He supported many relatives in 
Pakistan and led numerous development projects in his village, such as 
rebuilding the local mosque and building a cricket field for the local 
kids. Sayed was a leader in the Islamic community in Wichita, where
 he helped create the first mosque in 1976, serving as its 
vice-president for many years. Sayed also generously donated to 
charitable organizations that spearheaded development projects to needy 
communities in Pakistan. He also led several fundraising efforts for 
various projects in Pakistan, including providing funds after natural 
disasters and to cancer hospitals. In Wichita he was a generous 
benefactor of the Mayflower Clinic, established by immigrant 
professionals to provide free or discounted health services to those 
facing economic hardship. Recently the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran
 Khan, sent Sayed a signed cricket bat in honor of his outstanding 
service. He also met Prime Minister Khan as his personal guest at the 
Pakistani Embassy in Washington DC. Sayed was also a successful 
real estate investor, owning numerous apartments, duplexes, homes and 
shopping centers in Wichita, Andover, and Hays. His residential tenants 
would often stay for many years, appreciating his caring and responsible
 approach. His shopping centers continue to be managed by his oldest 
son, allowing dozens of small business owners to thrive and create their
 own legacies. Sayed had exceptional energy throughout his life. He
 worked full time until the age of 83. He still enjoyed going to the gym
 to walk 2 miles a day even until the age of 87. He loved to travel 
around the world with his family. He had a passion for gardening and 
landscaping, often joining his workers to make sure everything was just 
right. Sayed is survived by his wife Yasmeen, four sons Farouk of 
Valencia, California, Faisal of Yorba Linda, California, Iqbal and Ali 
of Wichita, five grandchildren, his brother Jan Sayed in Wichita, a 
sister in Pakistan, and numerous relatives in Wichita, Pakistan, and 
other parts of the world.

Sayed Jehan

Lyle Wayne Miller, 41, Great Bend, KS, died on December 23, 2021.&nbsp; 
Born on March 4, 1980, in Great Bend, KS, he was the Son of Larry L. 
Miller and La Veta (Dringmann Miller) Darbro.

Lyle was Brother to Lisa (Ricky) Wyatt, Lacy (Dustin) Pfannenstiel, 
Lori (Ben) Behnke, Lynn (Jessie) Miller, Lonny Miller, Corey (Darcy) 
Darbro, Brett (Ashley) Darbro, and Kimberly (Tyler) Ast; Father to 
Linzie Miller; and Grandfather to Elaina and Grandson to Bonnie Darbro. 
Lyle is survived by his Mother and Husband Dana Darbro, Brothers, 
Sisters, Daughter, Granddaughter, Grandmother, and many Aunts, Uncles, 
Cousins, Nieces, Nephews &amp; Friends.

Preceding him in death was his Father Larry, Grandparents Warren and 
Glennis (Lile) Miller and Ruth (Dringmann) Basgall. Lyle is loved and 
his smile will be missed.

An amazing talented mechanic, farmer, and handyman, Lyle could do 
anything he set his mind to. With a big heart, Lyle was always the first
 to help anybody. Lyle’s hobbies were fishing, hunting, buying &amp; 
selling vehicles, and he loved spending time with family.

Honoring Lyle’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and the family 
will remember him with a Celebration of Life Visitation Friday, December
 31, 2021 from 9 am to 11 am at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Family askes 
public to wear western attire if they are able. Private Family Burial 
will be held at Larned Cemetery following the visitation.

In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Lyle in a special way 
may make a donation to the Lyle W. Miller Memorial Fund in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. Personal condolences may 
be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Lyle Wayne Miller, 41, Great Bend, KS, died on December 23, 2021.&nbsp; 
Born on March 4, 1980, in Great Bend, KS, he was the Son of Larry L. 
Miller and La Veta (Dringmann Miller) Darbro.Lyle was Brother to Lisa (Ricky) Wyatt, Lacy (Dustin) Pfannenstiel, 
Lori (Ben) Behnke, Lynn (Jessie) Miller, Lonny Miller, Corey (Darcy) 
Darbro, Brett (Ashley) Darbro, and Kimberly (Tyler) Ast; Father to 
Linzie Miller; and Grandfather to Elaina and Grandson to Bonnie Darbro. 
Lyle is survived by his Mother and Husband Dana Darbro, Brothers, 
Sisters, Daughter, Granddaughter, Grandmother, and many Aunts, Uncles, 
Cousins, Nieces, Nephews &amp; Friends.Preceding him in death was his Father Larry, Grandparents Warren and 
Glennis (Lile) Miller and Ruth (Dringmann) Basgall. Lyle is loved and 
his smile will be missed.An amazing talented mechanic, farmer, and handyman, Lyle could do 
anything he set his mind to. With a big heart, Lyle was always the first
 to help anybody. Lyle’s hobbies were fishing, hunting, buying &amp; 
selling vehicles, and he loved spending time with family.Honoring Lyle’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and the family 
will remember him with a Celebration of Life Visitation Friday, December
 31, 2021 from 9 am to 11 am at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Family askes 
public to wear western attire if they are able. Private Family Burial 
will be held at Larned Cemetery following the visitation.In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Lyle in a special way 
may make a donation to the Lyle W. Miller Memorial Fund in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. Personal condolences may 
be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Lyle Wayne Miller

September 27, 1945 ~ December 24, 2021

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

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 </figure>September 27, 1945 ~ December 24, 2021An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Keith-Lillich">HERE</a> for service details.

Keith F. Lillich

Dorothy Jean Doty, 90, passed away on December 27, 2021, at 
Diversicare of Larned. She was born on December 31, 1930, at Manhattan, 
Kansas, to Clarence Levi &amp; Anna Belle (Marken) Cobler. On May 5, 
1951, she married Ernest Richard Doty in Great Bend, Kansas. He died on 
October 13, 1993.

Dorothy was a Great Bend resident and homemaker. She loved 
all animals and was passionate about taking care and feeding stray cats,
 reading, watching soap operas, and spending time with family, the 
grandkids, and especially the great-grands.

Survivors include one daughter, Wanda (Ron) Heine of Great Bend; one 
sister, Lucille Haines of Great Bend; five grandchildren, Kim (Cecil) 
Petrie, Chris (Kathi) Heine, Jeff (Ann) Heine, Rick (Janelle) Heine, 
Brent (Megan) Heine; seventeen great-grandchildren; and many 
great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; six
 brothers including a twin brother, Donald Cobler; and four sisters.

Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 2, 2022, from 1:00 p.m.
 to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday,
 January 3, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Michael Munz 
presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials can 
be made to the Golden Belt Humane Society or Great Bend Public Library, 
in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Dorothy Jean Doty, 90, passed away on December 27, 2021, at 
Diversicare of Larned. She was born on December 31, 1930, at Manhattan, 
Kansas, to Clarence Levi &amp; Anna Belle (Marken) Cobler. On May 5, 
1951, she married Ernest Richard Doty in Great Bend, Kansas. He died on 
October 13, 1993.Dorothy was a Great Bend resident and homemaker. She loved 
all animals and was passionate about taking care and feeding stray cats,
 reading, watching soap operas, and spending time with family, the 
grandkids, and especially the great-grands.Survivors include one daughter, Wanda (Ron) Heine of Great Bend; one 
sister, Lucille Haines of Great Bend; five grandchildren, Kim (Cecil) 
Petrie, Chris (Kathi) Heine, Jeff (Ann) Heine, Rick (Janelle) Heine, 
Brent (Megan) Heine; seventeen great-grandchildren; and many 
great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; six
 brothers including a twin brother, Donald Cobler; and four sisters.Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 2, 2022, from 1:00 p.m.
 to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday,
 January 3, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Michael Munz 
presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials can 
be made to the Golden Belt Humane Society or Great Bend Public Library, 
in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Dorothy Jean Doty

Cherie Michelle Belford, 65, passed away on December 27, 2021 at 
Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington. She was born on October 12, 1956 to 
A. Neal &amp; Opal (Mellies) Reichel. Cherie married Lawrence Belford on
 October 15, 1983 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, 
Kansas. They were inseparable through their years of marriage.

Mrs. Belford was a Hoisington, Kansas resident. She worked for 43 
years at Superior Essex as a Quality Tester. She enjoyed hunting, 
cooking, bowling, butchering/processing meat, and spending time with 
family especially the grandkids.

Survivors include, her husband, Lawrence of the home; two sons, Shawn
 Marvin and Tyler Marvin both of Great Bend; three daughters, Sandra 
(Anthony) Hopkins of Ellinwood, Heather Whisnant of Topeka, and Kendra 
Belford of Apple Valley, California; one sister, Charlotte (Phil) 
Brenning of Keller, TX; two brothers: Joel (Terry) Reichel of Alexander,
 KS, Jody (Seth Munter) Reichel of Oakland, CA; fifteen grandchildren, 
Devin, Emily, Brianna, Alexis, Kody, Madison, Kaden, Dietrich, Rae, 
Trace, Kali, Rella, Kinley, Creed; and two great-grandchildren, Zayl and
 Phreya. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 
2, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on 
Monday, January 3, 2022, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father
 Kola presiding. Interment will follow at St. John the Evangelist 
cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Barton County Relay for 
Life, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Cherie Michelle Belford, 65, passed away on December 27, 2021 at 
Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington. She was born on October 12, 1956 to 
A. Neal &amp; Opal (Mellies) Reichel. Cherie married Lawrence Belford on
 October 15, 1983 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, 
Kansas. They were inseparable through their years of marriage.Mrs. Belford was a Hoisington, Kansas resident. She worked for 43 
years at Superior Essex as a Quality Tester. She enjoyed hunting, 
cooking, bowling, butchering/processing meat, and spending time with 
family especially the grandkids.Survivors include, her husband, Lawrence of the home; two sons, Shawn
 Marvin and Tyler Marvin both of Great Bend; three daughters, Sandra 
(Anthony) Hopkins of Ellinwood, Heather Whisnant of Topeka, and Kendra 
Belford of Apple Valley, California; one sister, Charlotte (Phil) 
Brenning of Keller, TX; two brothers: Joel (Terry) Reichel of Alexander,
 KS, Jody (Seth Munter) Reichel of Oakland, CA; fifteen grandchildren, 
Devin, Emily, Brianna, Alexis, Kody, Madison, Kaden, Dietrich, Rae, 
Trace, Kali, Rella, Kinley, Creed; and two great-grandchildren, Zayl and
 Phreya. She is preceded in death by her parents.Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 
2, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on 
Monday, January 3, 2022, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father
 Kola presiding. Interment will follow at St. John the Evangelist 
cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Barton County Relay for 
Life, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Cherie Michelle Belford

William "Bill" Dean Brungardt, age 75, 
of Hays, Kansas passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2021. He was born 
February 22, 1946 in Hays to Sylvester and Beatrice (Karlin) Brungardt. 
Bill graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1964 and became a 
diesel mechanic through US Trade School. On November 7, 1964 he married 
Beverly Schmeidler at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays.

Bill was a Shop Mechanic for Permian 
Corporation for 32 years and then drove a crude truck for them. He then 
went to work for Coffeyville Resources as a truck driver retiring in 
2006. He was known to be a Jack of all trades including woodworking and 
refinishing and refurbishing cars. He was also an avid reader and 
listened to old country and western music.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly; a 
son, Shane Brungardt (Coleen) of Shawnee, Kansas; a daughter, Julie 
Johnston (Eric) of Overland Park, Kansas; three brothers, P.J. Karlin of
 Lawrence, Kansas, Terrence Brungardt (Karen) of Overland Park, Lionel 
"Bud" Brungardt (Linda) of Great Bend, Kansas; a sister, Donna Kaberlein
 (Don) of Olathe, Kansas and three grandchildren, Noah Johnston, El 
Brungardt and Kara Brungardt.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Joshua Johnston.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Fr. 
Richard Daise officiating. Services will be live streamed on the 
Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook page and may be seen by going to 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com and selecting the Facebook Live tab.

Visitation will be Tuesday 5 PM - 8 PM 
with a Catherine Knights of Columbus rosary at 7 PM followed by a parish
 vigil service all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509
 Vine, Hays, KS.

For those attending the family requests all to wear face masks due to Covid concerns.

Memorial contributions are suggested to TMP-Marian or HaysMed Hospice.

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

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 </figure>William "Bill" Dean Brungardt, age 75, 
of Hays, Kansas passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2021. He was born 
February 22, 1946 in Hays to Sylvester and Beatrice (Karlin) Brungardt. 
Bill graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1964 and became a 
diesel mechanic through US Trade School. On November 7, 1964 he married 
Beverly Schmeidler at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays.Bill was a Shop Mechanic for Permian 
Corporation for 32 years and then drove a crude truck for them. He then 
went to work for Coffeyville Resources as a truck driver retiring in 
2006. He was known to be a Jack of all trades including woodworking and 
refinishing and refurbishing cars. He was also an avid reader and 
listened to old country and western music.He is survived by his wife, Beverly; a 
son, Shane Brungardt (Coleen) of Shawnee, Kansas; a daughter, Julie 
Johnston (Eric) of Overland Park, Kansas; three brothers, P.J. Karlin of
 Lawrence, Kansas, Terrence Brungardt (Karen) of Overland Park, Lionel 
"Bud" Brungardt (Linda) of Great Bend, Kansas; a sister, Donna Kaberlein
 (Don) of Olathe, Kansas and three grandchildren, Noah Johnston, El 
Brungardt and Kara Brungardt.He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Joshua Johnston.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Fr. 
Richard Daise officiating. Services will be live streamed on the 
Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook page and may be seen by going to 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com and selecting the Facebook Live tab.Visitation will be Tuesday 5 PM - 8 PM 
with a Catherine Knights of Columbus rosary at 7 PM followed by a parish
 vigil service all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509
 Vine, Hays, KS.For those attending the family requests all to wear face masks due to Covid concerns.Memorial contributions are suggested to TMP-Marian or HaysMed Hospice.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

William 'Bill' Dean Brungardt

Michael Ray Wilson, 74, passed away December 22, 2021, at Hutchinson 
Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born July 26, 1947, in Wichita, to John
 Francis "Pat" and Helen Marie (Massey) Wilson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Michael served in the United States Navy on the USS Independence for 
four years.&nbsp; He worked for the Wichita Water Department.&nbsp; Michael 
attended and graduated from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He taught 
school and coached in Victoria, KS, before working in the Oklahoma oil 
fields.&nbsp; Michael retired from the Kansas Corporation Commission, as a 
petroleum regulatory technician.&nbsp;

He loved all sports, but mostly he loved the Kansas City Chiefs and 
Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; Michael enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, boating,
 and camping.&nbsp; Later in life, he enjoyed reading, gardening, working in 
the yard, and taking gambling trips with his wife of 51 years, Mary.&nbsp; 
Michael never knew a stranger.&nbsp; He was a devout friend of Bill, and 
enjoyed regular meetings with his friends at Saint E’s Sobriety 
Society.&nbsp; Michael loved his family and friends very much.&nbsp;

He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Mary; daughter, Karen Sweeney; 
granddaughters, Conner and Kendall Sweeney; great-grandson, Trey; 
siblings, Dean (Sue) Wilson, Patty Wilson, Kevin (Dawn) Trantham, and 
Shane Trantham; nieces, Deana Wilson, Margaret (Eric) Keicher, Beth 
(Matt) Deller, and Elizabeth Trantham; nephew, Danny Trantham; and 
numerous cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Michael was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents, Helen M. Trantham and
 John Francis ‘Pat Wilson; and infant stepsister, Tonita Trantham.

Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, January 14, 2022, at Elliott
 Mortuary.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the United States Navy 
Funeral Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Monday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to service time, with the 
family present, on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Heart 
Association, Alzheimer’s Foundation, American Cancer Society, Saint E’s 
Sobriety Society, or the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott 
Mortuary and Crematory. 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Michael Ray Wilson, 74, passed away December 22, 2021, at Hutchinson 
Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born July 26, 1947, in Wichita, to John
 Francis "Pat" and Helen Marie (Massey) Wilson.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Michael served in the United States Navy on the USS Independence for 
four years.&nbsp; He worked for the Wichita Water Department.&nbsp; Michael 
attended and graduated from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He taught 
school and coached in Victoria, KS, before working in the Oklahoma oil 
fields.&nbsp; Michael retired from the Kansas Corporation Commission, as a 
petroleum regulatory technician.&nbsp;He loved all sports, but mostly he loved the Kansas City Chiefs and 
Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; Michael enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, boating,
 and camping.&nbsp; Later in life, he enjoyed reading, gardening, working in 
the yard, and taking gambling trips with his wife of 51 years, Mary.&nbsp; 
Michael never knew a stranger.&nbsp; He was a devout friend of Bill, and 
enjoyed regular meetings with his friends at Saint E’s Sobriety 
Society.&nbsp; Michael loved his family and friends very much.&nbsp;He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Mary; daughter, Karen Sweeney; 
granddaughters, Conner and Kendall Sweeney; great-grandson, Trey; 
siblings, Dean (Sue) Wilson, Patty Wilson, Kevin (Dawn) Trantham, and 
Shane Trantham; nieces, Deana Wilson, Margaret (Eric) Keicher, Beth 
(Matt) Deller, and Elizabeth Trantham; nephew, Danny Trantham; and 
numerous cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews.Michael was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents, Helen M. Trantham and
 John Francis ‘Pat Wilson; and infant stepsister, Tonita Trantham.Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, January 14, 2022, at Elliott
 Mortuary.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the United States Navy 
Funeral Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Monday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to service time, with the 
family present, on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Heart 
Association, Alzheimer’s Foundation, American Cancer Society, Saint E’s 
Sobriety Society, or the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott 
Mortuary and Crematory. 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Michael Ray Wilson

Eileen K. Stegman, 87, of Dodge City, Kansas, died December 28, 2021,
 at Manor of the Plains in Dodge City. She was born on February 9, 1934,
 at Brownell, Kansas, the daughter of Emanuel and Marie (Gumescheimer) 
Heronemus.

She married Patrick A. Stegman on May 2, 1955, at Sacred Heart 
Cathedral in Dodge City. He preceded her in death on April 19, 2010. 
Eileen worked as a teller at First National Bank in Dodge City before 
she became a mother. She then started her own at-home ironing service. 
After the children were all in school she worked as a receptionist for 
several doctor offices in Dodge City. She enjoyed traveling, camping and
 fishing with her husband and family. Eileen loved spending time with 
her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Cathedral and the Altar Society in 
Dodge City as well as St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in 
Spearville.

She is survived by one daughter Cynthia Vierthaler and husband, 
Bruce, of Spearville, Kansas; two sons, Michael Stegman and wife, Tina, 
of rural Jetmore, and Anthony Stegman and wife, Julie, of Dodge City. 
She is also survived by ten grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren and
 one on the way.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Patrick; a 
granddaughter, Beth Ann Vierthaler; and two brothers, Leonard and Ronald
 Heronemus.

Vigil service will be held on Monday, January 3, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. 
at Swaim Funeral Chapel in Dodge City. Funeral service will be held at 
Swaim Funeral Chapel on Tuesday January 4, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with 
Rev. Wesley Schawe presiding. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery
 in Dodge City. Memorials are suggested to Beth Ann Vierthaler Memorial 
Scholarship or Sacred Heart School Endowment Fund 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>Eileen K. Stegman, 87, of Dodge City, Kansas, died December 28, 2021,
 at Manor of the Plains in Dodge City. She was born on February 9, 1934,
 at Brownell, Kansas, the daughter of Emanuel and Marie (Gumescheimer) 
Heronemus.She married Patrick A. Stegman on May 2, 1955, at Sacred Heart 
Cathedral in Dodge City. He preceded her in death on April 19, 2010. 
Eileen worked as a teller at First National Bank in Dodge City before 
she became a mother. She then started her own at-home ironing service. 
After the children were all in school she worked as a receptionist for 
several doctor offices in Dodge City. She enjoyed traveling, camping and
 fishing with her husband and family. Eileen loved spending time with 
her grandchildren and great grandchildren.She was a member of Sacred Heart Cathedral and the Altar Society in 
Dodge City as well as St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in 
Spearville.She is survived by one daughter Cynthia Vierthaler and husband, 
Bruce, of Spearville, Kansas; two sons, Michael Stegman and wife, Tina, 
of rural Jetmore, and Anthony Stegman and wife, Julie, of Dodge City. 
She is also survived by ten grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren and
 one on the way.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Patrick; a 
granddaughter, Beth Ann Vierthaler; and two brothers, Leonard and Ronald
 Heronemus.Vigil service will be held on Monday, January 3, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. 
at Swaim Funeral Chapel in Dodge City. Funeral service will be held at 
Swaim Funeral Chapel on Tuesday January 4, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with 
Rev. Wesley Schawe presiding. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery
 in Dodge City. Memorials are suggested to Beth Ann Vierthaler Memorial 
Scholarship or Sacred Heart School Endowment Fund in care of the funeral
 home.Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Eileen K. Stegman

Glade resident Brent Norris passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021, at the Newton Medical Center, Newton, KS at the age of 63.

He was born December 1, 1958, in Phillipsburg, KS the son of Nick and Dolores (Klink) Norris.

Brent was united in marriage to Beth Norris on November 5, 1983, in Lakin, KS.

Survivors include his wife Beth of the home and daughter Erika Norris and fiancé Tyler Holloway of Hays, KS.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2021,&nbsp; in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy 
Herder officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the 
Belmont Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.

Mr. Norris will lie in state from Noon until 9 p.m. Wednesday and 9 
a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; The family will receive 
friends Thursday evening from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. for visitation.

Memorial contributions may be made to Dane G. Hansen Scout Reservation or the Borderline Gun Club.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Glade resident Brent Norris passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021, at the Newton Medical Center, Newton, KS at the age of 63.He was born December 1, 1958, in Phillipsburg, KS the son of Nick and Dolores (Klink) Norris.Brent was united in marriage to Beth Norris on November 5, 1983, in Lakin, KS.Survivors include his wife Beth of the home and daughter Erika Norris and fiancé Tyler Holloway of Hays, KS.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 31, 2021,&nbsp; in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy 
Herder officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the 
Belmont Cemetery, Phillips County, KS.Mr. Norris will lie in state from Noon until 9 p.m. Wednesday and 9 
a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; The family will receive 
friends Thursday evening from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. for visitation.Memorial contributions may be made to Dane G. Hansen Scout Reservation or the Borderline Gun Club.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661, is in charge of arrangements.

Brent Norris 

 Mary Ann Mermis, age 80, of Hays, 
Kansas died Monday, December 27, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 20, 1941 in Hays, Kansas to Jacob C. and 
Sophia (VonLintel) Stecklein.&nbsp; She married Vernon J. “Vernie” Mermis on 
May 14, 1960 at Munjor, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on May 1, 
2006.

She and her husband owned and 
operated Vernie’s Hamburger House in Hays since 1969.&nbsp; She was a member 
of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and a homemaker.&nbsp; Mary Ann 
grew up on the farm North of Munjor, attended Munjor Grade School, and 
was a 1959 graduate of Girls Catholic High School in Hays.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
cooking, gardening, embroidering, reading and trips to the casinos. 
&nbsp;Mary Ann was an avid fan of the KC Royals and KU Jayhawk basketball.&nbsp; 
Her pride and joy was spending time with her grandkids and family.

Survivors include her daughters, 
Debbie Braun and husband, Jim; Sondra Klaus and husband, Neil; Bonnie 
Mermis; Jennifer Mermis and husband, Keith; all of Hays, KS; her 
brothers, George Stecklein and wife, Juleen, Hays, KS; Jude Stecklein 
and wife, Rachel, Sylvan Grove, KS; ten grandchildren, Renae Unrein 
(Lance); Jason Braun; Andrea Braun; Adam Klaus; Amber Albers (Kord); 
Tanner Mermis; Conner Mermis; Preston Mermis; Nick Mermis; Haley Mermis;
 three great grandchildren, Macy Unrein; Miley Unrein and Kolson 
Albers.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 
10:00 A.M. Friday, December 31, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, 18th &amp; Vine Hays, Kansas with Father Elias Chinzara
 officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 
8:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. Friday, all at 
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 
67601.

The family suggests memorials to 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Building Fund, TMP-Marian High School or 
Hospice of Hays Medical Center in care of the mortuary.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail
 to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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Kansas died Monday, December 27, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, 
Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 20, 1941 in Hays, Kansas to Jacob C. and 
Sophia (VonLintel) Stecklein.&nbsp; She married Vernon J. “Vernie” Mermis on 
May 14, 1960 at Munjor, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on May 1, 
2006.She and her husband owned and 
operated Vernie’s Hamburger House in Hays since 1969.&nbsp; She was a member 
of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and a homemaker.&nbsp; Mary Ann 
grew up on the farm North of Munjor, attended Munjor Grade School, and 
was a 1959 graduate of Girls Catholic High School in Hays.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
cooking, gardening, embroidering, reading and trips to the casinos. 
&nbsp;Mary Ann was an avid fan of the KC Royals and KU Jayhawk basketball.&nbsp; 
Her pride and joy was spending time with her grandkids and family.Survivors include her daughters, 
Debbie Braun and husband, Jim; Sondra Klaus and husband, Neil; Bonnie 
Mermis; Jennifer Mermis and husband, Keith; all of Hays, KS; her 
brothers, George Stecklein and wife, Juleen, Hays, KS; Jude Stecklein 
and wife, Rachel, Sylvan Grove, KS; ten grandchildren, Renae Unrein 
(Lance); Jason Braun; Andrea Braun; Adam Klaus; Amber Albers (Kord); 
Tanner Mermis; Conner Mermis; Preston Mermis; Nick Mermis; Haley Mermis;
 three great grandchildren, Macy Unrein; Miley Unrein and Kolson 
Albers.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.Mass of Christian Burial will be 
10:00 A.M. Friday, December 31, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, 18th &amp; Vine Hays, Kansas with Father Elias Chinzara
 officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 
8:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. Friday, all at 
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 
67601.The family suggests memorials to 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Building Fund, TMP-Marian High School or 
Hospice of Hays Medical Center in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail
 to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Mary Ann Mermis

Patty Louise Herrman, age 63, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. 
She was born May 2, 1958, in Hill City, Kansas to Virgil and Mary 
(Metheny) Deringer. She attended school in Goodland, Kansas and earned a
 bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University. On July 9, 1988, she
 married Leland Herrman in LaCrosse, Kansas.

Patty was an auditor for the Department
 of Education for 33 years. Patty was very involved with her family and 
particularly her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Leland 
of Hays; a daughter, Terra Niehoff and husband Brandon of Shawnee, 
Kansas; three sisters, Jo Ann Deringer of Denver, Colorado, Doris Luna 
of New Braunfels, Texas and Betty Flanagan of Peoria, Arizona as well as
 two grandchildren, Emma Osborne and Jace Niehoff.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM 
January 8, 2022, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in LaCrosse, Kansas. 
Inurnment will follow in the LaCrosse City Cemetery.

Memorial visitation will be January 8, 2022, 10:00 AM until service time at the church.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or HaysMed Hospice. 
Contributions made payable to the organization may be sent in care of 
Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601.

Memories and condolences may be left by
 guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email 
at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com&nbsp;Arrangements in care of 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Patty Louise Herrman, age 63, of Hays, 
Kansas passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. 
She was born May 2, 1958, in Hill City, Kansas to Virgil and Mary 
(Metheny) Deringer. She attended school in Goodland, Kansas and earned a
 bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University. On July 9, 1988, she
 married Leland Herrman in LaCrosse, Kansas.Patty was an auditor for the Department
 of Education for 33 years. Patty was very involved with her family and 
particularly her grandchildren.She is survived by her husband, Leland 
of Hays; a daughter, Terra Niehoff and husband Brandon of Shawnee, 
Kansas; three sisters, Jo Ann Deringer of Denver, Colorado, Doris Luna 
of New Braunfels, Texas and Betty Flanagan of Peoria, Arizona as well as
 two grandchildren, Emma Osborne and Jace Niehoff.She was preceded in death by her parents.Funeral services will be 11:00 AM 
January 8, 2022, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in LaCrosse, Kansas. 
Inurnment will follow in the LaCrosse City Cemetery.Memorial visitation will be January 8, 2022, 10:00 AM until service time at the church.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or HaysMed Hospice. 
Contributions made payable to the organization may be sent in care of 
Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601.Memories and condolences may be left by
 guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email 
at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com&nbsp;Arrangements in care of 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Patty Louise Herrman

Virginia Geist, age 93, of Hays, Kansas, died Friday, December 24, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays.&nbsp;

She was born December 16, 1928, in Ogallah, Kansas, to Raymond and Pauline (Leiker) Klaus.&nbsp; She married Joseph G. “Joe” Geist on June 8, 1950, at Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on March 21, 2008.

She was a homemaker, worked with Maxine Kisner serving wedding cakes for a number of years, and was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She grew up and attended school in Munjor, Kansas and lived her adult life in Hays.&nbsp; The last three years she has lived at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays. &nbsp;

Survivors include her sons, Joseph G. Geist Jr., Hays, KS; Henry “Hank” Geist and wife, Sue, Hays, KS; her daughter, Nancy Ann Seib and husband, Mike, Hays, KS; her brother, Gerald “Gerry” Klaus and wife, Peggy, Hays, KS; her sister, Gloria Leiker and wife, Don, Hays, KS; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. &nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a grandson, Christopher John Geist; four brothers, Fred “Fritz” Klaus; Elmer Klaus, Melvin Klaus, Ernie Klaus; and one sister, Georgine Herl-Eldredge.

A celebration of Life Service is at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601 with Father Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Thursday, at the mortuary.

The family suggests memorial to Good Samaritan Society of Hays in care of the mortuary.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Virginia Geist, age 93, of Hays, Kansas, died Friday, December 24, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays.&nbsp;She was born December 16, 1928, in Ogallah, Kansas, to Raymond and Pauline (Leiker) Klaus.&nbsp; She married Joseph G. “Joe” Geist on June 8, 1950, at Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on March 21, 2008.She was a homemaker, worked with Maxine Kisner serving wedding cakes for a number of years, and was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She grew up and attended school in Munjor, Kansas and lived her adult life in Hays.&nbsp; The last three years she has lived at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays. &nbsp;Survivors include her sons, Joseph G. Geist Jr., Hays, KS; Henry “Hank” Geist and wife, Sue, Hays, KS; her daughter, Nancy Ann Seib and husband, Mike, Hays, KS; her brother, Gerald “Gerry” Klaus and wife, Peggy, Hays, KS; her sister, Gloria Leiker and wife, Don, Hays, KS; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a grandson, Christopher John Geist; four brothers, Fred “Fritz” Klaus; Elmer Klaus, Melvin Klaus, Ernie Klaus; and one sister, Georgine Herl-Eldredge.A celebration of Life Service is at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601 with Father Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Thursday, at the mortuary.The family suggests memorial to Good Samaritan Society of Hays in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Virginia Geist

Virginia Rosalee Zumalt, 97, passed away December 24, 2021, at 
Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on August 18, 1924, in 
Florence, Kan., to Otto Ray and Tarcy (May) VanBibber. She married Elmer
 Zumalt on July 15, 1941 in St. John, Kan.

Virginia was a homemaker and worked with her husband in their 
business, Hiland Dairy. She was a member of the Church of the Nazarene 
in Great Bend for 83 years.

Survivors include, her daughter, Diane (Ken) Warrick of Branson, Mo.;
 six grandchildren, Stephanie (Tim) Fraas of Wichita, Kan., Lexie 
(Brian) Barling, Lenexa, Kan., Melissa (Bill) Lloyd, San Antonio, Tex., 
Megan (Dan) Reed, Centerville, OH, Chris Swagerty and Sara Perreault, 
Great Bend, Kan., and Maranda (John) Miner of Niceville, Fla.; and 
sixteen great grandchildren, Katie (Mike) DiPero, Jared (Holli) Rogers, 
Logan Rogers, Holland (Chris) Hayes, Greta (Matthew) Peterson, Olivia 
(Gary) Worden, Benjamin Barling, Zachary Dunavan, Joshua and Maddy 
Lloyd, Claire (Matt) VanWyhe, Halle Short, Jack and Grace Reed, and 
Jameson and Maddox Miner. She was proceeded in death by her parents; her
 husband, Elmer; and a son, Gary.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 2, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 4:30 p.m.,
 Monday, January 3, 2022, at First Church of the Nazarene, with Reverend
 Josh Foster presiding.&nbsp; Interment will be held at 3:30 p.m., in the 
Great Bend Cemetery prior to the service. 

Memorials have been designated
 to First Church of the Nazarene, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Virginia Rosalee Zumalt, 97, passed away December 24, 2021, at 
Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on August 18, 1924, in 
Florence, Kan., to Otto Ray and Tarcy (May) VanBibber. She married Elmer
 Zumalt on July 15, 1941 in St. John, Kan.Virginia was a homemaker and worked with her husband in their 
business, Hiland Dairy. She was a member of the Church of the Nazarene 
in Great Bend for 83 years.Survivors include, her daughter, Diane (Ken) Warrick of Branson, Mo.;
 six grandchildren, Stephanie (Tim) Fraas of Wichita, Kan., Lexie 
(Brian) Barling, Lenexa, Kan., Melissa (Bill) Lloyd, San Antonio, Tex., 
Megan (Dan) Reed, Centerville, OH, Chris Swagerty and Sara Perreault, 
Great Bend, Kan., and Maranda (John) Miner of Niceville, Fla.; and 
sixteen great grandchildren, Katie (Mike) DiPero, Jared (Holli) Rogers, 
Logan Rogers, Holland (Chris) Hayes, Greta (Matthew) Peterson, Olivia 
(Gary) Worden, Benjamin Barling, Zachary Dunavan, Joshua and Maddy 
Lloyd, Claire (Matt) VanWyhe, Halle Short, Jack and Grace Reed, and 
Jameson and Maddox Miner. She was proceeded in death by her parents; her
 husband, Elmer; and a son, Gary.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, January 2, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 4:30 p.m.,
 Monday, January 3, 2022, at First Church of the Nazarene, with Reverend
 Josh Foster presiding.&nbsp; Interment will be held at 3:30 p.m., in the 
Great Bend Cemetery prior to the service. Memorials have been designated
 to First Church of the Nazarene, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Virginia Rosalee Zumalt

Richard A. “Dick” Moore Jr., 78, died Friday, December 24, 2021, at his
 home in Garden City, Kansas. He was born May 23, 1943, in Hays, 
Kansas, the son of Richard A. Moore, Sr. and Regina “Peggy” (Rupp) 
Moore. 
 Dick grew up in Hays, Kansas where he attended school and graduated
 from Hays High School in 1961. On August 21, 1963, he married 
Geraldine “Jerri” McCarthy in Hays, Kansas. They later moved to Garden 
City in 1982, moving from Kewanee, Illinois. Dick worked for 35 years 
as owner and operator of 5-S Distributors (Tom’s Candy) until his 
retirement. He was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden 
City, Knights of Columbus, NRA, and Sand &amp; Sage Rifle &amp; Pistol 
Club. Dick enjoyed fishing, guns, collecting baseball cards, and 
refurbishing cars. 
 Survivors include his wife Jerri Moore of the home; 5 daughters Sue
 (Scott) Larsen of Garden City, Kansas, Shelly (John) Valley of Garden 
City, Kansas, Sherry Burling of Lafayette, Louisiana, Shannon (Clint 
Anderson) Moore of Liberal, Kansas, &amp; Stacie (Paul Franceus) Moore 
of San Francisco, California; a brother Elden Moore of Scottsdale, 
Arizona; a sister Marla Moore of Gilbert, Arizona; 4 Grandchildren; 4 
Step-Grandchildren; 3 Great Grandchildren; and 8 
Step-Great-Grandchildren. Dick is preceded in death by his parents. 
 A Vigil Service and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 
December 29, 2021, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City, 
Kansas. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 
30, 2021, also at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev. 
Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. The Funeral Mass may also be viewed on 
Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will 
follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may call from 
9:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City.

 The family suggests memorials given to St. Dominic Catholic 
Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association, both in care of the funeral 
home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Richard A. “Dick” Moore Jr., 78, died Friday, December 24, 2021, at his
 home in Garden City, Kansas. He was born May 23, 1943, in Hays, 
Kansas, the son of Richard A. Moore, Sr. and Regina “Peggy” (Rupp) 
Moore. 
 Dick grew up in Hays, Kansas where he attended school and graduated
 from Hays High School in 1961. On August 21, 1963, he married 
Geraldine “Jerri” McCarthy in Hays, Kansas. They later moved to Garden 
City in 1982, moving from Kewanee, Illinois. Dick worked for 35 years 
as owner and operator of 5-S Distributors (Tom’s Candy) until his 
retirement. He was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden 
City, Knights of Columbus, NRA, and Sand &amp; Sage Rifle &amp; Pistol 
Club. Dick enjoyed fishing, guns, collecting baseball cards, and 
refurbishing cars. 
 Survivors include his wife Jerri Moore of the home; 5 daughters Sue
 (Scott) Larsen of Garden City, Kansas, Shelly (John) Valley of Garden 
City, Kansas, Sherry Burling of Lafayette, Louisiana, Shannon (Clint 
Anderson) Moore of Liberal, Kansas, &amp; Stacie (Paul Franceus) Moore 
of San Francisco, California; a brother Elden Moore of Scottsdale, 
Arizona; a sister Marla Moore of Gilbert, Arizona; 4 Grandchildren; 4 
Step-Grandchildren; 3 Great Grandchildren; and 8 
Step-Great-Grandchildren. Dick is preceded in death by his parents. 
 A Vigil Service and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 
December 29, 2021, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City, 
Kansas. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 
30, 2021, also at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev. 
Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. The Funeral Mass may also be viewed on 
Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will 
follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may call from 
9:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to St. Dominic Catholic 
Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association, both in care of the funeral 
home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Richard A. 'Dick' Moore Jr.

Dean Leon Sprigg was born September 4, 1933, in Almena, KS to Esther 
(Joos) and Leon Sprigg. He passed away on December 26, 2021, at his home
 in Norton, KS, at the age of 88 years.
 Dean attended a country school around Almena, KS and one year of 
high school. Then he always said he just, “brought his books home and 
quit”. 
 In 1955, he was drafted into the Army and served his country proudly
 until 1957. He was stationed around Frankfurt, Germany, and worked as a
 tank mechanic. Upon returning from the service in the Spring of 1957, 
he married Evelyn Meier on September 7, 1958. They were married for 63 
years and to this union came four children: Kathy, David, Dwight, and 
Tamara. Dean and Evelyn knew each other from when they were 
elementary/Jr. High age. They would play cards together in one room, 
while their parents played cards in another room.
 Dean loved farming (it was his passion), ranching, and “green” John 
Deere equipment. He enjoyed being the Norton County Fair Board President
 for years. He also enjoyed vacationing in Colorado and the Black Hills.
 Dean loved his grandkids but was known for saying “here-here” when they
 got too rowdy. He was a very quiet man with witty sayings like “don’t 
take any wooden nickels”.
 Dean was preceded in death by his son, Dwight; parents, Leon and 
Esther; brother, Norman and numerous nieces and nephews. He is survived 
by his wife, Evelyn of the home; children: Kathy (Jay) Holste of Norton,
 David (Charla) Sprigg of Norton, and Tamara (Steve) Ziegelmeier of 
Colby; sister, Faith Hays of Norton; daughter-in-law, Michelle Sprigg of
 Norton; grandchildren: Kelsey (Casey) Olson, Courtney (James) Siemens, 
Keesha (Heinrich) Deetlefs, Timothy (Katelyn) Sprigg, Michael (Kara Jo) 
Sprigg, Jessica (Henry) Danso, Dustyna (Ernesto) Roman, Dylan (Jordan) 
Sprigg, Kellan (Taylor) Ziegelmeier, Brook Ziegelmeier, Brennan 
Ziegelmeier, Kinley Ziegelmeier, and Adrian Ziegelmeier and 16 great 
grandchildren (they could always count on him having m&amp;ms for them 
to enjoy). 
 Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday, December 31, 2021 at 
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Norton. Burial will follow at the Norton 
Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1-7:00 pm Thursday, December 30, 
at the funeral home. The family will greet guests from 5:30-7:00 pm. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Norton County 4-H Council for 
the Denver Livestock Trip and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber 
Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St. Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left 
at www.plumergobber.com

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 </figure>Dean Leon Sprigg was born September 4, 1933, in Almena, KS to Esther 
(Joos) and Leon Sprigg. He passed away on December 26, 2021, at his home
 in Norton, KS, at the age of 88 years.
 Dean attended a country school around Almena, KS and one year of 
high school. Then he always said he just, “brought his books home and 
quit”. 
 In 1955, he was drafted into the Army and served his country proudly
 until 1957. He was stationed around Frankfurt, Germany, and worked as a
 tank mechanic. Upon returning from the service in the Spring of 1957, 
he married Evelyn Meier on September 7, 1958. They were married for 63 
years and to this union came four children: Kathy, David, Dwight, and 
Tamara. Dean and Evelyn knew each other from when they were 
elementary/Jr. High age. They would play cards together in one room, 
while their parents played cards in another room.
 Dean loved farming (it was his passion), ranching, and “green” John 
Deere equipment. He enjoyed being the Norton County Fair Board President
 for years. He also enjoyed vacationing in Colorado and the Black Hills.
 Dean loved his grandkids but was known for saying “here-here” when they
 got too rowdy. He was a very quiet man with witty sayings like “don’t 
take any wooden nickels”.
 Dean was preceded in death by his son, Dwight; parents, Leon and 
Esther; brother, Norman and numerous nieces and nephews. He is survived 
by his wife, Evelyn of the home; children: Kathy (Jay) Holste of Norton,
 David (Charla) Sprigg of Norton, and Tamara (Steve) Ziegelmeier of 
Colby; sister, Faith Hays of Norton; daughter-in-law, Michelle Sprigg of
 Norton; grandchildren: Kelsey (Casey) Olson, Courtney (James) Siemens, 
Keesha (Heinrich) Deetlefs, Timothy (Katelyn) Sprigg, Michael (Kara Jo) 
Sprigg, Jessica (Henry) Danso, Dustyna (Ernesto) Roman, Dylan (Jordan) 
Sprigg, Kellan (Taylor) Ziegelmeier, Brook Ziegelmeier, Brennan 
Ziegelmeier, Kinley Ziegelmeier, and Adrian Ziegelmeier and 16 great 
grandchildren (they could always count on him having m&amp;ms for them 
to enjoy). 
 Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday, December 31, 2021 at 
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Norton. Burial will follow at the Norton 
Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1-7:00 pm Thursday, December 30, 
at the funeral home. The family will greet guests from 5:30-7:00 pm. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Norton County 4-H Council for 
the Denver Livestock Trip and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber 
Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St. Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left 
at www.plumergobber.com

Dean Leon Sprigg

Keith M. Thompson, 76, Rush County, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021.

Keith was born June 25, 1945, in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of George
 E. and Frieda M. (Hackstadt) Thompson.&nbsp; He was a resident of Rush 
County, Kansas, for over 25 years, moving there from Great Bend, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He was a welder for KBK Industries, Rush Center, Kansas, before
 his retirement.

Keith was a United States Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.

He enjoyed assembling model cars, not always from a kit.&nbsp; Keith would
 hand craft his own cars, using ink pen springs as “shocks”, sewing 
thread as spark plug wires, and other common every day items.&nbsp; Keith was
 very artistic.&nbsp; He loved to paint, draw, and carve wood.&nbsp; He also 
enjoyed racing radio controlled boats and planes.&nbsp;

Survivors include several nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Gordon Thompson; and one sister, Rowena Keener.

The family has chosen cremation.&nbsp; There will be no services at this time.

Memorials are suggested to the Janousek Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Keith M. Thompson, 76, Rush County, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021.Keith was born June 25, 1945, in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of George
 E. and Frieda M. (Hackstadt) Thompson.&nbsp; He was a resident of Rush 
County, Kansas, for over 25 years, moving there from Great Bend, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He was a welder for KBK Industries, Rush Center, Kansas, before
 his retirement.Keith was a United States Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.He enjoyed assembling model cars, not always from a kit.&nbsp; Keith would
 hand craft his own cars, using ink pen springs as “shocks”, sewing 
thread as spark plug wires, and other common every day items.&nbsp; Keith was
 very artistic.&nbsp; He loved to paint, draw, and carve wood.&nbsp; He also 
enjoyed racing radio controlled boats and planes.&nbsp;Survivors include several nephews and nieces.He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Gordon Thompson; and one sister, Rowena Keener.The family has chosen cremation.&nbsp; There will be no services at this time.Memorials are suggested to the Janousek Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Keith M. Thompson

Loren William Wright, born June 1, 1936, to Merle and Laura 
(Robinson) Wright passed peacefully on Sunday, December 26, 2021, at 
Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.

Loren graduated from Alexander High School, Alexander, Kansas, in 
1954 and married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Seltmann, on 
September 4,1955. They had three children, Robin, Wanda and Bradley.

Loren worked from an early age going on custom cutting crews starting
 when he was 14. He worked at the Acme Brick Plant in Hoisington, 
Kansas, after high school until he returned to work as a hired hand for 
Clyde Bryant and farmed his mother's ground on the weekends. He was 
given the chance to farm full time by EJ Spomer and eventually farmed 
all the ground for the Spomers. Phyllis and Loren moved to the Spomer 
home place in 1960 and lived there until moving to Locust Grove Village,
 La Crosse, Kansas, in December 2018.

Loren was known for his hard work. Loren fed cattle for Clyde seven 
days a week by scooping ensilage into and out of a truck. He built his 
own corrals and designed his load out pens. Loren learned to fly in 1965
 and purchased his first plane in 1968. He flew to check cattle and 
observe his fields. He earned his instrument rating in 1999 at the age 
of 63.

Loren was adventurous and had several hobbies he tried to fit into 
his busy schedule of farming. He enjoyed racing go-carts when young and 
cars when older and learned to snow ski and water ski. He loved 
traveling to Mexico and Panama with his brother Duane. He joined a 
flying club and once flew his own plane to Alaska.

Loren is survived by his wife, Phyllis Wright, La Crosse, Kansas; 
daughter, Wanda and husband, John Gard, Chanute, Kansas; son, Bradley 
Wright, Great Bend, Kansas; son-in-law, Todd Misegadis, Rush Center, 
Kansas, grandchildren, Jason Misegadis, and wife, Danielle, Wichita, 
Kansas, Jarren Gard, and wife, Meredith, Overland Park, Kansas, and 
Taylor and husband, Devon Crabtree, Chanute, Kansas; and great 
grandchildren, Chellsea Misegadis, Hailey Misegadis, Emelia Misegadis, 
Lennox Gard and Watson Crabtree.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Dean Wright and Duane Wright, and daughter, Robin Misegadis.

Visitation will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.

Graveside service will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, at 2:30 P.M. 
at the Alexander Cemetery, Alexander, Kansas, with Reverend Kathy 
Bannister officiating. Interment will be in the Alexander Cemetery, 
Alexander, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family request memorials to 
Sunflower Diversified Services, Great Bend, Kansas, or Locust Grove 
Village, La Crosse, Kansas.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517

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 </figure>Loren William Wright, born June 1, 1936, to Merle and Laura 
(Robinson) Wright passed peacefully on Sunday, December 26, 2021, at 
Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.Loren graduated from Alexander High School, Alexander, Kansas, in 
1954 and married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Seltmann, on 
September 4,1955. They had three children, Robin, Wanda and Bradley.Loren worked from an early age going on custom cutting crews starting
 when he was 14. He worked at the Acme Brick Plant in Hoisington, 
Kansas, after high school until he returned to work as a hired hand for 
Clyde Bryant and farmed his mother's ground on the weekends. He was 
given the chance to farm full time by EJ Spomer and eventually farmed 
all the ground for the Spomers. Phyllis and Loren moved to the Spomer 
home place in 1960 and lived there until moving to Locust Grove Village,
 La Crosse, Kansas, in December 2018.Loren was known for his hard work. Loren fed cattle for Clyde seven 
days a week by scooping ensilage into and out of a truck. He built his 
own corrals and designed his load out pens. Loren learned to fly in 1965
 and purchased his first plane in 1968. He flew to check cattle and 
observe his fields. He earned his instrument rating in 1999 at the age 
of 63.Loren was adventurous and had several hobbies he tried to fit into 
his busy schedule of farming. He enjoyed racing go-carts when young and 
cars when older and learned to snow ski and water ski. He loved 
traveling to Mexico and Panama with his brother Duane. He joined a 
flying club and once flew his own plane to Alaska.Loren is survived by his wife, Phyllis Wright, La Crosse, Kansas; 
daughter, Wanda and husband, John Gard, Chanute, Kansas; son, Bradley 
Wright, Great Bend, Kansas; son-in-law, Todd Misegadis, Rush Center, 
Kansas, grandchildren, Jason Misegadis, and wife, Danielle, Wichita, 
Kansas, Jarren Gard, and wife, Meredith, Overland Park, Kansas, and 
Taylor and husband, Devon Crabtree, Chanute, Kansas; and great 
grandchildren, Chellsea Misegadis, Hailey Misegadis, Emelia Misegadis, 
Lennox Gard and Watson Crabtree.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Dean Wright and Duane Wright, and daughter, Robin Misegadis.Visitation will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.Graveside service will be Thursday, December 30, 2021, at 2:30 P.M. 
at the Alexander Cemetery, Alexander, Kansas, with Reverend Kathy 
Bannister officiating. Interment will be in the Alexander Cemetery, 
Alexander, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family request memorials to 
Sunflower Diversified Services, Great Bend, Kansas, or Locust Grove 
Village, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517

Loren William Wright

Mary Kayleene “Kay” Jones, 84, passed away on December 25, 2021, in 
Oberlin, KS. She was born on January 13, 1937, in rural Rooks County, KS
 to Charles and Mary (Frazier) Pierce.
 Kay grew up in Hill City and graduated from Hill City High School in
 1955. After high school she went to Fort Hays State University. She 
then married Darrell Allen Jones on July 19, 1958 in Hill City and to 
that union they had three children: Barton Allen, Charles Curtis, and 
Mary Colette. Kay was a secretary for Farmers &amp; Merchants Bank and 
the Kansas Employment Office, she was also the Oberlin Library Director 
but her favorite title was homemaker/mother. In her spare time she 
loved to knit and crochet, listen to music, play the piano and organ for
 her church, and was an avid reader.
 Kay is survived by her husband, Darrell; sons: Barton Jones and 
Charles Jones; daughter; Mary Wahlmeier; brother: Larry (Sherry) Pierce;
 sister: Coleene Brassfield; grandchildren: Andy, Alex, Aaron, Tessa, 
Keegan and one great grandchild. She is preceded in death by her 
parents.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Mary-Kayleene-Kay-Jones?obId=23491523#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Mary Kayleene “Kay” Jones, 84, passed away on December 25, 2021, in 
Oberlin, KS. She was born on January 13, 1937, in rural Rooks County, KS
 to Charles and Mary (Frazier) Pierce.
 Kay grew up in Hill City and graduated from Hill City High School in
 1955. After high school she went to Fort Hays State University. She 
then married Darrell Allen Jones on July 19, 1958 in Hill City and to 
that union they had three children: Barton Allen, Charles Curtis, and 
Mary Colette. Kay was a secretary for Farmers &amp; Merchants Bank and 
the Kansas Employment Office, she was also the Oberlin Library Director 
but her favorite title was homemaker/mother. In her spare time she 
loved to knit and crochet, listen to music, play the piano and organ for
 her church, and was an avid reader.
 Kay is survived by her husband, Darrell; sons: Barton Jones and 
Charles Jones; daughter; Mary Wahlmeier; brother: Larry (Sherry) Pierce;
 sister: Coleene Brassfield; grandchildren: Andy, Alex, Aaron, Tessa, 
Keegan and one great grandchild. She is preceded in death by her 
parents.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Mary-Kayleene-Kay-Jones?obId=23491523#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.&nbsp;

Mary Kayleene 'Kay' Jones

Beth Anne Merklein, 58, of Oregon, Missouri, passed away on December 
21, 2021, at Mosaic Life Care Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri, with 
family and close friends by her side. She was born on April 18, 1963, to
 Leland Duane and Phyllis (Stutterheim) Merklein at Phillipsburg, 
Kansas.

Beth spent her childhood on the farm in rural Phillips County. 
She was baptized and confirmed at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 
Stuttgart, KS. &nbsp;After graduating from Phillipsburg High 
School in 1981 she went on to study at Cloud County Community College, 
Concordia, KS, graduating in 1983 with an Associate of Science Degree in
 Travel and Tourism. After graduation, she began her career working for a
 large travel agency in Kansas City, MO; which eventually led her across
 the country working in that capacity for National Cattleman’s 
Association in Denver, Colorado and then advancing to providing travel 
services for the Mars Family and their companies. Being in the travel 
industry allowed Beth to explore her desire to travel and through her 
many travels she had adventurous tales to share with many when she 
returned. 

Through her marriage to David Baker she had two boys; Wyatt and Sam. &nbsp;Over the last 20 years she has been busy working and raising her boys. &nbsp;In
 October of 2020 Beth took the position as an Office Assistant working 
for the University of Missouri Extension Office for Holt County. This 
job allowed her flexibility to care for her boys and be close to home. &nbsp;She loved her family and her friends including Mandy and John Elifrits and family of Oregon, MO. 

Beth was preceded in death by the recent passing of her father Leland Duane Merklein. &nbsp;Survivors
 include her sons Wyatt and Sam Baker of the home, mother Phyllis 
Merklein of Prairie View, KS, siblings Susan Warner and husband Charlie 
of Cimarron, KS, Matt Merklein and wife Kelly of Dallas, TX, Denise 
Kaufmann and husband Robb of Southlake, TX, Janna Newman and husband 
Ryan of Gold Canyon, AZ. Along with many nieces and nephews and two 
great nephews and a host of friends. &nbsp;She will be greatly missed.

Celebration of Life service will be held at Chamberlain Funeral Home, 100 W. George St, Oregon, MO 64473, Wednesday, December 29, 2021, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM with a short service at 6:30 PM. &nbsp;On
 January 15, 2022, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, a receiving by Beth’s family
 will take place at Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd St., Phillipsburg, KS 67661. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials for the care of Beth’s children can be sent in care 
of the Chamberlain Funeral Home, P.O. Box 408, 100 W. George St., 
Oregon, MO, 64473. &nbsp;Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at <a href="http://www.chamberlainfuneral.com">www.chamberlainfuneral.com</a><a href="https://www.chamberlainfuneral.com"> or www.olliffboeve.com</a>. Beth’s family would like to extend their appreciation for the help and support she received during this journey. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Beth Anne Merklein, 58, of Oregon, Missouri, passed away on December 
21, 2021, at Mosaic Life Care Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri, with 
family and close friends by her side. She was born on April 18, 1963, to
 Leland Duane and Phyllis (Stutterheim) Merklein at Phillipsburg, 
Kansas.Beth spent her childhood on the farm in rural Phillips County. 
She was baptized and confirmed at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 
Stuttgart, KS. &nbsp;After graduating from Phillipsburg High 
School in 1981 she went on to study at Cloud County Community College, 
Concordia, KS, graduating in 1983 with an Associate of Science Degree in
 Travel and Tourism. After graduation, she began her career working for a
 large travel agency in Kansas City, MO; which eventually led her across
 the country working in that capacity for National Cattleman’s 
Association in Denver, Colorado and then advancing to providing travel 
services for the Mars Family and their companies. Being in the travel 
industry allowed Beth to explore her desire to travel and through her 
many travels she had adventurous tales to share with many when she 
returned. Through her marriage to David Baker she had two boys; Wyatt and Sam. &nbsp;Over the last 20 years she has been busy working and raising her boys. &nbsp;In
 October of 2020 Beth took the position as an Office Assistant working 
for the University of Missouri Extension Office for Holt County. This 
job allowed her flexibility to care for her boys and be close to home. &nbsp;She loved her family and her friends including Mandy and John Elifrits and family of Oregon, MO. Beth was preceded in death by the recent passing of her father Leland Duane Merklein. &nbsp;Survivors
 include her sons Wyatt and Sam Baker of the home, mother Phyllis 
Merklein of Prairie View, KS, siblings Susan Warner and husband Charlie 
of Cimarron, KS, Matt Merklein and wife Kelly of Dallas, TX, Denise 
Kaufmann and husband Robb of Southlake, TX, Janna Newman and husband 
Ryan of Gold Canyon, AZ. Along with many nieces and nephews and two 
great nephews and a host of friends. &nbsp;She will be greatly missed.Celebration of Life service will be held at Chamberlain Funeral Home, 100 W. George St, Oregon, MO 64473, Wednesday, December 29, 2021, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM with a short service at 6:30 PM. &nbsp;On
 January 15, 2022, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, a receiving by Beth’s family
 will take place at Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd St., Phillipsburg, KS 67661. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials for the care of Beth’s children can be sent in care 
of the Chamberlain Funeral Home, P.O. Box 408, 100 W. George St., 
Oregon, MO, 64473. &nbsp;Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at <a href="http://www.chamberlainfuneral.com">www.chamberlainfuneral.com</a><a href="https://www.chamberlainfuneral.com"> or www.olliffboeve.com</a>. Beth’s family would like to extend their appreciation for the help and support she received during this journey. &nbsp;

Beth Anne Merklein

Charles “Freeman” Sander passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at the
 Hays Medical Center at the age of 83. He was born to Charles William 
and Grace (Slightam) Sander on June 20, 1938 in Stockton, Kansas.
 Freeman was a lifelong resident of Rooks County. He was not only a 
generational “Charles” but a generational farmer. He spent his life 
doing what he loved most, farming with his dad, his brothers and his 
son. Freeman graduated from Stockton High School in 1956. While in high
 school, Freeman was awarded the Degree of American Farmer at the 
National FFA Convention. During his lifetime, Freeman was a proud 
member and supporter of several agricultural associations including FFA,
 4-H, and the Rooks County Free Fair. While serving as President of 
the fair board, Freeman was able to make the local fair one of the most 
recognized in the state. His dedicated service was recognized in 2014 
when Freeman was inducted into the Kansas Fairs and Festivals Hall of 
Fame. Another of Freeman’s most prized recognitions was winning the 
Ellis Steer Futurity Top Rate of Gain against the unbeatable Fort Hays 
State show herd.
 As a steward of the land and livestock, Freeman took seriously the 
charge of God, to take care of the earth and all that is in it. With 
strong faith and abiding hope, he worked hard, loved greatly, and now 
rests from his labors. The legacy of his love, laughter, and joy will 
live in our hearts and memories forever.
 He is survived by his wife, Twila Sander of the home in Stockton, 
KS; children, Charles F. (Marsha) Sander of Stockton, KS, and Brian 
(Trish) Sander of Plainville, KS; step-children, Aronda Strutt of 
Stockton, KS, Kris Strutt of Wichita, KS, and Clint (Angela) Strutt of 
Mons, Belgium; and nine grandchildren; and his brother Delbert (Rita) 
Sander of Stockton, Kansas.
 Freeman is preceded in death by his parents, William and Grace 
Sander; children, Kimberly Kay Sander and William James Sander; brother,
 George Sander; and granddaughter, Eden Strutt.
 The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 
10 AM at the Funeral Home in Stockton. Visitation will be on Wednesday, 
December 29, 2021 from 2 PM until 8 PM at the funeral home. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Stockton FFA or St. Jude’s Children 
Hospital and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 
North First, Stockton, KS 67669. Online condolences can be left for the 
family at www.plumeroverlease.com.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Charles “Freeman” Sander passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at the
 Hays Medical Center at the age of 83. He was born to Charles William 
and Grace (Slightam) Sander on June 20, 1938 in Stockton, Kansas.
 Freeman was a lifelong resident of Rooks County. He was not only a 
generational “Charles” but a generational farmer. He spent his life 
doing what he loved most, farming with his dad, his brothers and his 
son. Freeman graduated from Stockton High School in 1956. While in high
 school, Freeman was awarded the Degree of American Farmer at the 
National FFA Convention. During his lifetime, Freeman was a proud 
member and supporter of several agricultural associations including FFA,
 4-H, and the Rooks County Free Fair. While serving as President of 
the fair board, Freeman was able to make the local fair one of the most 
recognized in the state. His dedicated service was recognized in 2014 
when Freeman was inducted into the Kansas Fairs and Festivals Hall of 
Fame. Another of Freeman’s most prized recognitions was winning the 
Ellis Steer Futurity Top Rate of Gain against the unbeatable Fort Hays 
State show herd.
 As a steward of the land and livestock, Freeman took seriously the 
charge of God, to take care of the earth and all that is in it. With 
strong faith and abiding hope, he worked hard, loved greatly, and now 
rests from his labors. The legacy of his love, laughter, and joy will 
live in our hearts and memories forever.
 He is survived by his wife, Twila Sander of the home in Stockton, 
KS; children, Charles F. (Marsha) Sander of Stockton, KS, and Brian 
(Trish) Sander of Plainville, KS; step-children, Aronda Strutt of 
Stockton, KS, Kris Strutt of Wichita, KS, and Clint (Angela) Strutt of 
Mons, Belgium; and nine grandchildren; and his brother Delbert (Rita) 
Sander of Stockton, Kansas.
 Freeman is preceded in death by his parents, William and Grace 
Sander; children, Kimberly Kay Sander and William James Sander; brother,
 George Sander; and granddaughter, Eden Strutt.
 The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 
10 AM at the Funeral Home in Stockton. Visitation will be on Wednesday, 
December 29, 2021 from 2 PM until 8 PM at the funeral home. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Stockton FFA or St. Jude’s Children 
Hospital and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 
North First, Stockton, KS 67669. Online condolences can be left for the 
family at www.plumeroverlease.com.

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