John
Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer, 85, of Oakley, died Friday, October 17, 2025.

Jack
was born July 9, 1940, in Oakley, the son of Tony and Armella (Schwebach)
Ostmeyer. Jack was a proud Oakley Plainsman graduating with the class of 1958.

Jack
married Billie Munk in 1960. Together they had three sons, Jeff, Pat, and Todd.
After Billi's passing in 1967 when the boys were 3, 4, and 6, he married Ann
(Mannebach-Ryan) in 1969 to which two children, Lisa and Rex were born.

Farm
related occupations were his life choice having careers in IHC parts and
service, hay grinding, Moormans feed sales, and farming the land.

Throughout
his life Jack was active in his Catholic faith. He was a member of the Knights
of Columbus 3rd and 4th Degrees, as well as the Loyal Order of Elks, holding
offices in each organization. Sports were also a big part of his life, playing
many holes of golf, and watching countless Wildcat, Chiefs, and Royals games.
Later in life he enjoyed reading and was an avid collector of anything John
Wayne.

Survivors include his wife Ann; children,
Jeff (Karen), Pat, Todd (Ann), Lisa (Tim) Zenger, and Rex (Paula); thirteen
grandchildren, Brandon (Roxanne), Kayla (Brandon) Potts, Nicholas, Jacob
(Madeline), Brittany (Austin) Feyh, Keegan (Shawnna) Dick, Amber Dick, April
(Travis) Vonfeldt, Jackilyn (Jeffrey) (Zenger) Blundon, Scuyler Zenger, Shailyn
Zenger, Emily, and Natalie; ten great-grandchildren, Avalyn, Emmett, Rowan,
Keeleigh (Brenden) Steinert, Grayson, Parker, Jordan, Remington, and one
great-great grandchild Briggs, as well as his five siblings Stan, Joyce, Lynn,
Dixie, and Rick.

Preceding
him in death were his wife Billie, his parents, and his parents-in-law from
each marriage.

Visitation
is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at
Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m.
on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Oakley with
Fr. Jesse Ochs officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Oakley.
Memorials may be made to the Oakley Public Library, St. Joseph’s Catholic
Cemetery, or the Sheridan County Amusement Association and sent in care of
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences
visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1761060053842.jpeg" alt="John Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer" />
 <figcaption>John Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer</figcaption>
 </figure>John
Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer, 85, of Oakley, died Friday, October 17, 2025.Jack
was born July 9, 1940, in Oakley, the son of Tony and Armella (Schwebach)
Ostmeyer. Jack was a proud Oakley Plainsman graduating with the class of 1958.Jack
married Billie Munk in 1960. Together they had three sons, Jeff, Pat, and Todd.
After Billi's passing in 1967 when the boys were 3, 4, and 6, he married Ann
(Mannebach-Ryan) in 1969 to which two children, Lisa and Rex were born.Farm
related occupations were his life choice having careers in IHC parts and
service, hay grinding, Moormans feed sales, and farming the land.Throughout
his life Jack was active in his Catholic faith. He was a member of the Knights
of Columbus 3rd and 4th Degrees, as well as the Loyal Order of Elks, holding
offices in each organization. Sports were also a big part of his life, playing
many holes of golf, and watching countless Wildcat, Chiefs, and Royals games.
Later in life he enjoyed reading and was an avid collector of anything John
Wayne.Survivors include his wife Ann; children,
Jeff (Karen), Pat, Todd (Ann), Lisa (Tim) Zenger, and Rex (Paula); thirteen
grandchildren, Brandon (Roxanne), Kayla (Brandon) Potts, Nicholas, Jacob
(Madeline), Brittany (Austin) Feyh, Keegan (Shawnna) Dick, Amber Dick, April
(Travis) Vonfeldt, Jackilyn (Jeffrey) (Zenger) Blundon, Scuyler Zenger, Shailyn
Zenger, Emily, and Natalie; ten great-grandchildren, Avalyn, Emmett, Rowan,
Keeleigh (Brenden) Steinert, Grayson, Parker, Jordan, Remington, and one
great-great grandchild Briggs, as well as his five siblings Stan, Joyce, Lynn,
Dixie, and Rick.Preceding
him in death were his wife Billie, his parents, and his parents-in-law from
each marriage.Visitation
is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at
Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m.
on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Oakley with
Fr. Jesse Ochs officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Oakley.
Memorials may be made to the Oakley Public Library, St. Joseph’s Catholic
Cemetery, or the Sheridan County Amusement Association and sent in care of
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences
visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

John Lee 'Jack' Ostmeyer

AnnaBell married Bernard Herman Ostmeyer on October 28, 1947. Eight children were born to Ben and AnnaBell:  Timothy Bernard Ostmeyer (deceased); Carol Ann Cooper of Hoxie, Kansas; Deborah Dea Ochs (Daniel) of Grainfield, Kansas; Margaret Marie Pope (Wally) of Skiatook, Oklahoma; Angela Mary Pope (Jon) of Manhattan, Kansas; Catherine Jane White (Harry) of Monument, Colorado; Charles James Ostmeyer (Cindy) of Milford, Kansas; and Jessica Jo Ostmeyer of Hill City, Kansas.  AnnaBell was a Grandmother to 22, Great-Grandmother to 54, and Great-Great-Grandmother to 10.

For over 50 years, AnnaBell nurtured children with love, patience, and compassion. She was a guide and mentor to countless families in Hoxie. AnnaBell’s home was more than a daycare, it was a safe haven where laughter echoed, tiny hands held, skinned knees kissed, and young hearts and minds shaped. AnnaBell had a gift for making her daycare parents and children feel seen and cherished and her impact will live on through the many lives she touched. Parents trusted AnnaBell for the genuine care and connection she shared with them and their children.

When her day at the daycare ended, AnnaBell shared her great musical talent. She found joy as an organist at church and as a piano teacher to many children and their children in later years.

AnnaBell is preceded in death by her husband, Ben; son, Tim; son-in-law, Gregg Cooper; and grandsons-in-law, Adam Creamer and George Modricin, as well as her father and mother; brothers, Bill, Charlie, Francis, Jim, and Bobby, and sisters, Bea and Rose Marie.

Left surviving AnnaBell are her children and their families, Carol, Deb, Marge, Angie, Cathy, Charlie, and Jessica, and her brother, Denny Beckman, of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Mass of Christian Burial iwill be held Saturday, October 18, 2025, 10:30 AM, St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, Kansas with burial in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery.  The Visitation will be Thursday, October 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 Pm at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas.  Family will receive friends from 5:30 PM untio 7:00 PM.  Vigil and Service will immediately follow the visitation at 7:00 at the funeral home.  Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery, Sheridan County Benefit wilk or of donor’s choice.  Memorials may be sent to the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.

AnnaBell’s smile, soft touch, and warm heart will be missed by her family and the many people lucky enough to have known her. It was heard numerous times in her last days how her touch to a cheek, a wink, and her radiant smile will be very missed by all those around her.

We held her hands while we prayed, asking Jesus to take her home.  We caressed her soft skin.  We realized how her hands had served her well throughout the years.  Though wrinkled, shriveled, and weak, her hands had been tools used to reach out and embrace life. Words written by AnnaBell on April 23, 2012

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760647457873.jpeg" alt="AnnaBell Mae (Beckman) Ostmeyer" />
 <figcaption>AnnaBell Mae (Beckman) Ostmeyer</figcaption>
 </figure>AnnaBell married Bernard Herman Ostmeyer on October 28, 1947. Eight children were born to Ben and AnnaBell: Timothy Bernard Ostmeyer (deceased); Carol Ann Cooper of Hoxie, Kansas; Deborah Dea Ochs (Daniel) of Grainfield, Kansas; Margaret Marie Pope (Wally) of Skiatook, Oklahoma; Angela Mary Pope (Jon) of Manhattan, Kansas; Catherine Jane White (Harry) of Monument, Colorado; Charles James Ostmeyer (Cindy) of Milford, Kansas; and Jessica Jo Ostmeyer of Hill City, Kansas. AnnaBell was a Grandmother to 22, Great-Grandmother to 54, and Great-Great-Grandmother to 10.For over 50 years, AnnaBell nurtured children with love, patience, and compassion. She was a guide and mentor to countless families in Hoxie. AnnaBell’s home was more than a daycare, it was a safe haven where laughter echoed, tiny hands held, skinned knees kissed, and young hearts and minds shaped. AnnaBell had a gift for making her daycare parents and children feel seen and cherished and her impact will live on through the many lives she touched. Parents trusted AnnaBell for the genuine care and connection she shared with them and their children.When her day at the daycare ended, AnnaBell shared her great musical talent. She found joy as an organist at church and as a piano teacher to many children and their children in later years.AnnaBell is preceded in death by her husband, Ben; son, Tim; son-in-law, Gregg Cooper; and grandsons-in-law, Adam Creamer and George Modricin, as well as her father and mother; brothers, Bill, Charlie, Francis, Jim, and Bobby, and sisters, Bea and Rose Marie.Left surviving AnnaBell are her children and their families, Carol, Deb, Marge, Angie, Cathy, Charlie, and Jessica, and her brother, Denny Beckman, of Colorado Springs, Colorado.Mass of Christian Burial iwill be held Saturday, October 18, 2025, 10:30 AM, St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, Kansas with burial in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. The Visitation will be Thursday, October 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 Pm at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas. Family will receive friends from 5:30 PM untio 7:00 PM. Vigil and Service will immediately follow the visitation at 7:00 at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery, Sheridan County Benefit wilk or of donor’s choice. Memorials may be sent to the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740.AnnaBell’s smile, soft touch, and warm heart will be missed by her family and the many people lucky enough to have known her. It was heard numerous times in her last days how her touch to a cheek, a wink, and her radiant smile will be very missed by all those around her.We held her hands while we prayed, asking Jesus to take her home. We caressed her soft skin. We realized how her hands had served her well throughout the years. Though wrinkled, shriveled, and weak, her hands had been tools used to reach out and embrace life. Words written by AnnaBell on April 23, 2012

AnnaBell Mae (Beckman) Ostmeyer

Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm, 62, of La Crosse, Kansas, passed away October 15, 2025 in La Crosse. She was born on May 16, 1963, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Ronald and Diane Wilhelm. 

She was the proud owner of Grasshoppers Vapes in Hays, Kansas, and previously operated CW Transportation, where she worked as both owner and driver. Her entrepreneurial spirit and hard-working nature were matched only by her adventurous outlook on life. 

Cindy shared 25 wonderful years of marriage with her wife, Theresa Herlocker. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and companionship, always supporting one another through every adventure and challenge. 

Those who knew Cindy will remember her deep love for animals and the many pets she cared for throughout her life. She also took great pride in the beautiful plants she grew, nurturing them with the same care and attention she gave to those around her. Her kind heart, outgoing personality, and lasting friendships will be remembered by all who knew her. 

She is survived by her wife, Theresa Herlocker; her mother, Diane Wilhelm; her sister, Coleen Wilhelm; her niece, Billi Sue; and her nephews, Tyler, Craig, Jason, Aaron, and Blake. Cindy was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Wilhelm, and her sister, Christy Keenan. 

No services are planned at this time. Memorials are not requested. 

Arrangements entrusted to Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760641865239.jpeg" alt="Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm" />
 <figcaption>Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm</figcaption>
 </figure>Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm, 62, of La Crosse, Kansas, passed away October 15, 2025 in La Crosse. She was born on May 16, 1963, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Ronald and Diane Wilhelm. She was the proud owner of Grasshoppers Vapes in Hays, Kansas, and previously operated CW Transportation, where she worked as both owner and driver. Her entrepreneurial spirit and hard-working nature were matched only by her adventurous outlook on life. Cindy shared 25 wonderful years of marriage with her wife, Theresa Herlocker. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and companionship, always supporting one another through every adventure and challenge. Those who knew Cindy will remember her deep love for animals and the many pets she cared for throughout her life. She also took great pride in the beautiful plants she grew, nurturing them with the same care and attention she gave to those around her. Her kind heart, outgoing personality, and lasting friendships will be remembered by all who knew her. She is survived by her wife, Theresa Herlocker; her mother, Diane Wilhelm; her sister, Coleen Wilhelm; her niece, Billi Sue; and her nephews, Tyler, Craig, Jason, Aaron, and Blake. Cindy was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Wilhelm, and her sister, Christy Keenan. No services are planned at this time. Memorials are not requested. Arrangements entrusted to Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.

Cynthia L. 'Cindy' Wilhelm

Andrew James ‘Andy” Kieffer, age 50, of Hays, Kansas Hays
passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, after a long battle with
cancer. 

He was born July 19, 1975, at Hutchinson, Kansas to James Stephen Kieffer and
Joan Margaret (Tieking). &nbsp;

He was a devoted husband, loving father, son, nephew, uncle, and brother. He
was married to his high school sweetheart, and the love of his life, Michele
(Kippes) for 18 years. They were married on September 2, 2007, at Boulder, Colorado.
Together they raised their beautiful daughters, Avery (14) and Macie (6). He
was a constant source of strength for his family.

Before Andy turned two, the family moved to Colorado, but returned to Kansas in
1982. Hays was home for Andy from that point on. He graduated from TMP-Marian
High School in 1993. After graduation, he began his 31 year career with S &amp;
W Supply where he made lifelong friendships with his coworkers and customers.
They stood by Andy and his family during the toughest days.

Andy will be remembered for his loyalty to his family, friends, the KC Chiefs,
KU Jayhawks and KC Royals. He took great pride in everything he did. He was an
expert handyman, a talented artist, a self-taught guitarist, an accomplished
cook, an excellent mechanic, a beer enthusiast, and a well-known prankster. He
found joy in working on his Nova wagon, but most enjoyed spending time with his
family. He dabbled in photography, which left us with snapshots of his family
that we will always treasure. He was a devoted husband, loving father, son,
nephew, uncle and brother. 

Andy is survived by his wife, Michele; his children, Avery and Macie; all of
the home; his mother, Joan and step father, Larry Perkins, Hays, KS; his
stepmother, Dixie Kieffer, Rancho Murietta, CA; his mother-in-law, &nbsp;Margaret
Kippes, Hays, KS; his brothers, Brad Kieffer and wife, Sandra, Bella Vista, AR;
Eric Kieffer and wife, Janya, Dallas, TX; Todd Kieffer and wife, Christina,
Kansas City, MO; his sister, Lynette Mullinax and husband, Mike, Silver Lake,
KS; his step sisters, Celeste Clelland and husband, Chris, Lees Summit, MO;
Marianne Nelson and husband Greg, Rawlins, WY; his brothers-in-law, Kurt Kippes
and wife, Kellie, Fenton, MI; John Kippes and wife, Mariel, Colorado Springs,
CO; his sisters-in-law, Janelle Limon and husband, Richard, Colorado Springs,
CO; Renee Downey and husband, Brian, Jetmore, KS; and numerous aunts, uncles,
cousins, nieces, nephews.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October
20, 2025, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with Joe Popelka
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery,
Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to
10:00 A.M. Monday, at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: Children’s
Mercy Heart Center Research; the Cancer Council of Ellis County; or to Michele
Kieffer {the Andy Kieffer family} in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of
Hays,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/1919+East+22?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">1919 East 22</a>nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Condolences can be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760484553676.jpeg" alt="Andrew James ‘Andy' Kieffer" />
 <figcaption>Andrew James ‘Andy' Kieffer</figcaption>
 </figure>Andrew James ‘Andy” Kieffer, age 50, of Hays, Kansas Hays
passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, after a long battle with
cancer. He was born July 19, 1975, at Hutchinson, Kansas to James Stephen Kieffer and
Joan Margaret (Tieking). &nbsp;He was a devoted husband, loving father, son, nephew, uncle, and brother. He
was married to his high school sweetheart, and the love of his life, Michele
(Kippes) for 18 years. They were married on September 2, 2007, at Boulder, Colorado.
Together they raised their beautiful daughters, Avery (14) and Macie (6). He
was a constant source of strength for his family.Before Andy turned two, the family moved to Colorado, but returned to Kansas in
1982. Hays was home for Andy from that point on. He graduated from TMP-Marian
High School in 1993. After graduation, he began his 31 year career with S &amp;
W Supply where he made lifelong friendships with his coworkers and customers.
They stood by Andy and his family during the toughest days.Andy will be remembered for his loyalty to his family, friends, the KC Chiefs,
KU Jayhawks and KC Royals. He took great pride in everything he did. He was an
expert handyman, a talented artist, a self-taught guitarist, an accomplished
cook, an excellent mechanic, a beer enthusiast, and a well-known prankster. He
found joy in working on his Nova wagon, but most enjoyed spending time with his
family. He dabbled in photography, which left us with snapshots of his family
that we will always treasure. He was a devoted husband, loving father, son,
nephew, uncle and brother. Andy is survived by his wife, Michele; his children, Avery and Macie; all of
the home; his mother, Joan and step father, Larry Perkins, Hays, KS; his
stepmother, Dixie Kieffer, Rancho Murietta, CA; his mother-in-law, &nbsp;Margaret
Kippes, Hays, KS; his brothers, Brad Kieffer and wife, Sandra, Bella Vista, AR;
Eric Kieffer and wife, Janya, Dallas, TX; Todd Kieffer and wife, Christina,
Kansas City, MO; his sister, Lynette Mullinax and husband, Mike, Silver Lake,
KS; his step sisters, Celeste Clelland and husband, Chris, Lees Summit, MO;
Marianne Nelson and husband Greg, Rawlins, WY; his brothers-in-law, Kurt Kippes
and wife, Kellie, Fenton, MI; John Kippes and wife, Mariel, Colorado Springs,
CO; his sisters-in-law, Janelle Limon and husband, Richard, Colorado Springs,
CO; Renee Downey and husband, Brian, Jetmore, KS; and numerous aunts, uncles,
cousins, nieces, nephews.A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October
20, 2025, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays with Joe Popelka
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery,
Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to
10:00 A.M. Monday, at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: Children’s
Mercy Heart Center Research; the Cancer Council of Ellis County; or to Michele
Kieffer {the Andy Kieffer family} in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of
Hays,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/1919+East+22?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank">1919 East 22</a>nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com" target="_blank">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Andrew James ‘Andy' Kieffer

Wesley Owen Duvall, 71, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 09, 2025, at the Wilson Care and Rehab Center in Wilson, Kansas.

Wesley was born on November 08, 1953, in Odessa, Texas, the son of Duane A. and Wanda L. (McLaughlin) Duvall. He grew up in Luray, Kansas, and graduated from Luray High School. He worked as a contract mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, The Bear House and for DSNWK. Even though he was never married he was very close to his extended family, especially his niece and nephews, and enjoyed getting out with his guardian Melodie. Before his health declined, Wesley liked to hunt and fish. Later in life he liked to sit in his chair rocking and listening to the radio and drinking his diet Mountain Dew

Surviving family includes his nephews Cary Duvall, Joshua Duvall (Mary Frances), niece Amy Duvall all of Concordia, Kansas, along with great nieces and nephews and his guardian Melodie Anschutz of Russell, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Phillip Duvall and nephew Christopher L. Duvall.

Cremation was selected by the family.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760549670440.jpeg" alt="Wesley Owen Duval" />
 <figcaption>Wesley Owen Duval</figcaption>
 </figure>Wesley Owen Duvall, 71, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 09, 2025, at the Wilson Care and Rehab Center in Wilson, Kansas.Wesley was born on November 08, 1953, in Odessa, Texas, the son of Duane A. and Wanda L. (McLaughlin) Duvall. He grew up in Luray, Kansas, and graduated from Luray High School. He worked as a contract mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, The Bear House and for DSNWK. Even though he was never married he was very close to his extended family, especially his niece and nephews, and enjoyed getting out with his guardian Melodie. Before his health declined, Wesley liked to hunt and fish. Later in life he liked to sit in his chair rocking and listening to the radio and drinking his diet Mountain DewSurviving family includes his nephews Cary Duvall, Joshua Duvall (Mary Frances), niece Amy Duvall all of Concordia, Kansas, along with great nieces and nephews and his guardian Melodie Anschutz of Russell, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Phillip Duvall and nephew Christopher L. Duvall.Cremation was selected by the family.&nbsp;

Wesley Owen Duval

Alan
Louis Gottschalk, 78, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, October 11,
2025, at Hays Medical Center. He was born March 18, 1947, in Denver, Colorado,
to Albert Elmer and Cora Louise (Meier) Gottschalk.




Alan was a 1965 graduate of St. Joseph’s Military Academy. In high school, he
played baseball for the Hays American Legion, he played the saxophone for the
Cadet Concert Band, and he was also a member of the Sportsmen, the school pep
band. Shortly after graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army,
where he trained as a medic in San Antonio, TX, and was briefly stationed at
Ft. Hood, TX. He bravely served with the 196th Light Infantry Brigade in
Vietnam, where he was wounded in May 1968. His distinguished service was
recognized with both the Purple Heart and the Combat Medical Badge — an honor
awarded only to medics who perform their duties in combat under enemy fire.




Following his honorable discharge and retirement from the Army, Alan earned his
bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Fort Hays State University
and began a long and successful career with Philip Morris as a sales
representative for western Kansas, retiring in 2005.




A proud and devoted veteran, Alan was deeply committed to the Hays VFW Post
9076. He was the Post Commander from 1973 to 1974. His dedication to honoring
veterans was evident each Memorial Day as he helped place American flags on the
graves of veterans at St Joseph’s Cemetery. He was instrumental in launching
the popular Stars and Stripes Breakfasts in Hays, serving the community while
raising funds for various local causes. Alan was one of the original and
remaining members of the VFW Honor Guard funeral detail, where he played the
bugle and called orders at military funerals across western Kansas.

 


Alan was also an avid golfer—proudly achieving a hole-in-one—and enjoyed
cheering for K-State football, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Kansas City
Royals.&nbsp; He cherished his long-lasting friendships, going on many trips,
traveling to concerts, and always enjoying a cold beer. Friends and loved ones
alike know him for his wry sense of humor and hearty laugh. He was
quick-witted, but always loving.




A man of strong Catholic faith, he believed in sacrifice and commitment to his
family and country. During his time overseas while in the Army, he snuck a
personal effect, a rosary, that he wore around his neck during the entirety of
his active duty. 




Above all, Alan was a proud father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He is
survived by his son, Garrett Gottschalk and wife Emily Tamblyn, and their son
Louis, all of Chicago, Illinois; his daughter, Megan Standefer and husband
Ryan, and their children, twins Henry and Willa, and Audrey, all of Prairie
Village, Kansas; sisters Susie Malone and husband Mike of Topeka, Kansas, and
Karla Ackerman and husband Mark of Olathe, Kansas; his brother Ken Gottschalk
and wife Lorrie of Paola, Kansas; sister-in-law Debbie Gottschalk of Topeka,
Kansas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.




He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Wayne Galen
Gottschalk.




Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St.
Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial with full military honors, provided by
the Hays VFW Honor Guard, will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.




Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to
9:30 AM, all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509
Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.




A combined parish vigil and rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Friday at Brock’s
Chapel. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hays VFW or the Hays VFW Honor
Guard.


Condolences and memories may be shared on Alan’s tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760549375956.jpeg" alt="Alan Louis Gottschalk" />
 <figcaption>Alan Louis Gottschalk</figcaption>
 </figure>Alan
Louis Gottschalk, 78, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, October 11,
2025, at Hays Medical Center. He was born March 18, 1947, in Denver, Colorado,
to Albert Elmer and Cora Louise (Meier) Gottschalk.


Alan was a 1965 graduate of St. Joseph’s Military Academy. In high school, he
played baseball for the Hays American Legion, he played the saxophone for the
Cadet Concert Band, and he was also a member of the Sportsmen, the school pep
band. Shortly after graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army,
where he trained as a medic in San Antonio, TX, and was briefly stationed at
Ft. Hood, TX. He bravely served with the 196th Light Infantry Brigade in
Vietnam, where he was wounded in May 1968. His distinguished service was
recognized with both the Purple Heart and the Combat Medical Badge — an honor
awarded only to medics who perform their duties in combat under enemy fire.


Following his honorable discharge and retirement from the Army, Alan earned his
bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Fort Hays State University
and began a long and successful career with Philip Morris as a sales
representative for western Kansas, retiring in 2005.


A proud and devoted veteran, Alan was deeply committed to the Hays VFW Post
9076. He was the Post Commander from 1973 to 1974. His dedication to honoring
veterans was evident each Memorial Day as he helped place American flags on the
graves of veterans at St Joseph’s Cemetery. He was instrumental in launching
the popular Stars and Stripes Breakfasts in Hays, serving the community while
raising funds for various local causes. Alan was one of the original and
remaining members of the VFW Honor Guard funeral detail, where he played the
bugle and called orders at military funerals across western Kansas. 


Alan was also an avid golfer—proudly achieving a hole-in-one—and enjoyed
cheering for K-State football, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Kansas City
Royals.&nbsp; He cherished his long-lasting friendships, going on many trips,
traveling to concerts, and always enjoying a cold beer. Friends and loved ones
alike know him for his wry sense of humor and hearty laugh. He was
quick-witted, but always loving.


A man of strong Catholic faith, he believed in sacrifice and commitment to his
family and country. During his time overseas while in the Army, he snuck a
personal effect, a rosary, that he wore around his neck during the entirety of
his active duty. 


Above all, Alan was a proud father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He is
survived by his son, Garrett Gottschalk and wife Emily Tamblyn, and their son
Louis, all of Chicago, Illinois; his daughter, Megan Standefer and husband
Ryan, and their children, twins Henry and Willa, and Audrey, all of Prairie
Village, Kansas; sisters Susie Malone and husband Mike of Topeka, Kansas, and
Karla Ackerman and husband Mark of Olathe, Kansas; his brother Ken Gottschalk
and wife Lorrie of Paola, Kansas; sister-in-law Debbie Gottschalk of Topeka,
Kansas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.


He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Wayne Galen
Gottschalk.


Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St.
Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial with full military honors, provided by
the Hays VFW Honor Guard, will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.


Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to
9:30 AM, all at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509
Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.


A combined parish vigil and rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Friday at Brock’s
Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hays VFW or the Hays VFW Honor
Guard.


Condolences and memories may be shared on Alan’s tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Alan Louis Gottschalk

Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt, 95, of Grinnell, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, October
13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She most recently resided in
Overland Park, KS, having moved there to be closer to her family.

Marge was born in
Hays, KS, on August 18, 1930, to Lillian (O’Leary Urban) and Raymond J.
Beyer. She was seventh of twelve children. She graduated from Girls Catholic
High in Hays and later married John A. Feldt in Hays, KS. Together they were
blessed with nine children. Survivors include her children, David (Peggy) Feldt,
Dan (Peggy) Feldt, Deanna (John) Scherer, Donna (Tom) Zerr, Danelle (Jack)
Persinger, Doralee (Mace) Townsend, and Dorothy (Jimmy) Helm, sixteen
grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, thirteen great- grandchildren, and
many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Marge’s life was
centered around her faith and her family. “She is clothed with
strength and dignity", Proverbs 31:25 is a fitting
description of Marge’s lifetime, even in her final hours.&nbsp;

She was a beautiful
and devoted Catholic wife and mother, known for her grace. She supported and
raised her children to be strong and to value hard work. Marge was a member of
St. Mary’s Altar Society and St. Paul’s Daughters of Isabella (D of I) of Angelus.
She enjoyed her bridge ladies, playing cards and board games, reading books,
and was a forever sports fan - especially of the Grinnell Warriors
(Thunderhawks), KC Chiefs, KC Royals and KU Basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marge was preceded in
death by her husband, John A. Feldt (January 10, 1999), her son, Darrel Feldt
(March 3, 1979), her daughter, Delilah (June 1, 1998), and son-in-law Charlie
Krueger (May 23, 1998).

She was also
predeceased by all of her siblings and their spouses, Clothilda (Al) Kisner,
Hubie (Kitty) Beyer, Raymond (Dorothy) Beyer, Frank (Ginny) Beyer, Virgil
(Marietta) Beyer, Wilfred James (Mary) Beyer, Esther (infant), Eugene
Beyer, Richard (Henrietta) Beyer, Fr. Gregory Beyer, and Joseph (Carol) Beyer;
and her in-laws, Jerome (Libby) Feldt, Anna Marie (Frank) Huelsman, Teresa
(Fred) Benton, Peter (Margaret) Feldt, Norbert (Louise) Feldt, Bette (Leroy)
Younger, Cletus (Lois) Feldt, and Anthony (Mary Ann) Feldt.&nbsp;

Her funeral service
will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Immaculate
Conception Catholic Church in Grinnell, KS. The family will receive friends and
family at the church from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday evening, October 17, 2025,
followed by the Vigil Prayer Service and Rosary at 7:00 pm.&nbsp;

Memorial
contributions are suggested to Immaculate Conception Church or the Senior
Citizens Center, both in Grinnell. Contributions may be sent in care of the
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Condolences to the family may be left online at <a href="http://baalmanmortuary.com/">www.baalmanmortuary.com&nbsp;</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760548803715.jpeg" alt="Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt" />
 <figcaption>Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt</figcaption>
 </figure>Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt, 95, of Grinnell, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, October
13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She most recently resided in
Overland Park, KS, having moved there to be closer to her family.Marge was born in
Hays, KS, on August 18, 1930, to Lillian (O’Leary Urban) and Raymond J.
Beyer. She was seventh of twelve children. She graduated from Girls Catholic
High in Hays and later married John A. Feldt in Hays, KS. Together they were
blessed with nine children. Survivors include her children, David (Peggy) Feldt,
Dan (Peggy) Feldt, Deanna (John) Scherer, Donna (Tom) Zerr, Danelle (Jack)
Persinger, Doralee (Mace) Townsend, and Dorothy (Jimmy) Helm, sixteen
grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, thirteen great- grandchildren, and
many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Marge’s life was
centered around her faith and her family. “She is clothed with
strength and dignity", Proverbs 31:25 is a fitting
description of Marge’s lifetime, even in her final hours.&nbsp;She was a beautiful
and devoted Catholic wife and mother, known for her grace. She supported and
raised her children to be strong and to value hard work. Marge was a member of
St. Mary’s Altar Society and St. Paul’s Daughters of Isabella (D of I) of Angelus.
She enjoyed her bridge ladies, playing cards and board games, reading books,
and was a forever sports fan - especially of the Grinnell Warriors
(Thunderhawks), KC Chiefs, KC Royals and KU Basketball.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marge was preceded in
death by her husband, John A. Feldt (January 10, 1999), her son, Darrel Feldt
(March 3, 1979), her daughter, Delilah (June 1, 1998), and son-in-law Charlie
Krueger (May 23, 1998).She was also
predeceased by all of her siblings and their spouses, Clothilda (Al) Kisner,
Hubie (Kitty) Beyer, Raymond (Dorothy) Beyer, Frank (Ginny) Beyer, Virgil
(Marietta) Beyer, Wilfred James (Mary) Beyer, Esther (infant), Eugene
Beyer, Richard (Henrietta) Beyer, Fr. Gregory Beyer, and Joseph (Carol) Beyer;
and her in-laws, Jerome (Libby) Feldt, Anna Marie (Frank) Huelsman, Teresa
(Fred) Benton, Peter (Margaret) Feldt, Norbert (Louise) Feldt, Bette (Leroy)
Younger, Cletus (Lois) Feldt, and Anthony (Mary Ann) Feldt.&nbsp;Her funeral service
will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Immaculate
Conception Catholic Church in Grinnell, KS. The family will receive friends and
family at the church from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday evening, October 17, 2025,
followed by the Vigil Prayer Service and Rosary at 7:00 pm.&nbsp;Memorial
contributions are suggested to Immaculate Conception Church or the Senior
Citizens Center, both in Grinnell. Contributions may be sent in care of the
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Condolences to the family may be left online at <a href="http://baalmanmortuary.com/">www.baalmanmortuary.com&nbsp;</a>

Margaret Ann 'Marge' (Beyer) Feldt

Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich, 77, of
Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, September 09, 2025, in Russell, Kansas.

Leroy was born on October 20, 1947,
in Ellsworth, Kansas, the son of Reuben E. and Ina G. (Cooper) Hendrich.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from
Russell High School in the Class of 1965.&nbsp;
He then attended for 2 years at Pittsburg State University.&nbsp; Leroy was united in marriage to Linda A.
Boswell on November 19, 1966, in Pittsburg, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union Leroy and Linda were blessed
with two sons, Joey and Bradley.&nbsp; They
made their home in Russell. &nbsp;His
profession included working for Scheufler Supply, aka Big A Auto Parts.&nbsp; He then started working for Leroy’s Conoco,
purchased it in 1979 and began working with his son Joey. &nbsp;The name of the business later changed to Auto
Excellence Auto Repair, LLC. &nbsp;In 2005,
Leroy and Joey added AE Tools &amp; Computers. Leroy retired in 2014.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bee keeping,
gardening, building fireworks and spending time with his family at the farm.

Surviving family are two sons, Joey
Hendrich (Laurie) of Olathe, Kansas and Bradley Hendrich of Hinton, Iowa; 6 grandchildren,
Bryan (Brandi), Brody, Brock, Megan, Zachary and Claire and 2 great grandchildren,
Zaidyn and Quintyn; brother Leslie Hendrich; sisters Anel Minneman and Faith
Rud.

He was preceded in death by his
parents, and wife Linda on September 09, 2015.

Leroy selected a cremation
service.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1 P.M.
to 6 P.M. (family present from 3 P.M. to 5 P.M.) on Sunday, October 19, 2025,
at the mortuary.&nbsp; A graveside service to
celebrate Leroy’s life and burial of the cremains next to Linda will take place
at 11 A.M. on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell,
Kansas is in charge of the arrangements. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760548642357.jpeg" alt="Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich" />
 <figcaption>Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich</figcaption>
 </figure>Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich, 77, of
Russell, Kansas, died on Tuesday, September 09, 2025, in Russell, Kansas.Leroy was born on October 20, 1947,
in Ellsworth, Kansas, the son of Reuben E. and Ina G. (Cooper) Hendrich.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from
Russell High School in the Class of 1965.&nbsp;
He then attended for 2 years at Pittsburg State University.&nbsp; Leroy was united in marriage to Linda A.
Boswell on November 19, 1966, in Pittsburg, Kansas.&nbsp; From this union Leroy and Linda were blessed
with two sons, Joey and Bradley.&nbsp; They
made their home in Russell. &nbsp;His
profession included working for Scheufler Supply, aka Big A Auto Parts.&nbsp; He then started working for Leroy’s Conoco,
purchased it in 1979 and began working with his son Joey. &nbsp;The name of the business later changed to Auto
Excellence Auto Repair, LLC. &nbsp;In 2005,
Leroy and Joey added AE Tools &amp; Computers. Leroy retired in 2014.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bee keeping,
gardening, building fireworks and spending time with his family at the farm.Surviving family are two sons, Joey
Hendrich (Laurie) of Olathe, Kansas and Bradley Hendrich of Hinton, Iowa; 6 grandchildren,
Bryan (Brandi), Brody, Brock, Megan, Zachary and Claire and 2 great grandchildren,
Zaidyn and Quintyn; brother Leslie Hendrich; sisters Anel Minneman and Faith
Rud.He was preceded in death by his
parents, and wife Linda on September 09, 2015.Leroy selected a cremation
service.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1 P.M.
to 6 P.M. (family present from 3 P.M. to 5 P.M.) on Sunday, October 19, 2025,
at the mortuary.&nbsp; A graveside service to
celebrate Leroy’s life and burial of the cremains next to Linda will take place
at 11 A.M. on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell,
Kansas is in charge of the arrangements.

Vernon 'Leroy' Hendrich

Shirley Catherine Weigel, age 87, of Victoria, Kansas entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Hays Medical Center.  She was a cherished sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, and friend.  Her presence will be missed.

She was born March 29, 1938, on the family farm South of Victoria, Kansas to Joseph C. and Catherine (Paul) Weigel.

Shirley attended school in Victoria, and graduating from Victoria High School in 1956.  She started working at Brungardt’s I G A Store in Victoria, then was a bookkeeper at Ben Dreiling Motors for a few years.  She then was a bookkeeper for Dr. Applegate, Siler and Watts at Eye Specialists in Hays for over 25 years.

She was a Faithful member of The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, a passed Eucharistic, Homebound Minister, and Eucharistic adorer.  She was a member of  St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella, St, Fidelis Christian Mothers, and Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 Auxiliary.

Shirley enjoyed cooking, traveling, good food, game shows, Dances with the Stars, bowling, bingo, sports, her family and friends. She was an avid fan of the KC Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, and always coaching from her recliner. 

Shirley cherished her nephew, nieces, and was very proud of their accomplishments, and achievements. She never missed baking a special birthday cake for anyone.  Another of her favorite things was the annual Christmas shopping trip with her sisters and their birthday lunches. Shirley had a smile for everyone and would have tears of joy because “Life was Good”

She is survived by her siblings, Velma Giebler, Hays, KS; Leona Kuhn, Hays, KS; Tony Weigel and his wife, Jan, Overland Park. KS; Doris Weigel, Victoria, KS; her nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Michael Weigel; Donald Weigel (Beverly); Robert Weigel (Flora); Joseph Weigel{died in Japan}; her sisters, Mary Jane Miller (Gilbert); Louise Weigel; and her brothers-in-law, Francis Giebler; and Clinton Kuhn.&nbsp;

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 17, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.

Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, followed by a Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary Memorial Service, and a Victoria Christian Mothers /Daughters of Isabella Rosary all at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of Saint Fidelis or Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 in  care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671. 

 Condolences can be emailed to clineschapels@gmail.com or left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760484845486.jpeg" alt="Shirley Catherine Weigel" />
 <figcaption>Shirley Catherine Weigel</figcaption>
 </figure>Shirley Catherine Weigel, age 87, of Victoria, Kansas entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Hays Medical Center. She was a cherished sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, and friend. Her presence will be missed.She was born March 29, 1938, on the family farm South of Victoria, Kansas to Joseph C. and Catherine (Paul) Weigel.Shirley attended school in Victoria, and graduating from Victoria High School in 1956. She started working at Brungardt’s I G A Store in Victoria, then was a bookkeeper at Ben Dreiling Motors for a few years. She then was a bookkeeper for Dr. Applegate, Siler and Watts at Eye Specialists in Hays for over 25 years.She was a Faithful member of The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, a passed Eucharistic, Homebound Minister, and Eucharistic adorer. She was a member of St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella, St, Fidelis Christian Mothers, and Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 Auxiliary.Shirley enjoyed cooking, traveling, good food, game shows, Dances with the Stars, bowling, bingo, sports, her family and friends. She was an avid fan of the KC Chiefs, Royals, Jayhawks, and always coaching from her recliner. Shirley cherished her nephew, nieces, and was very proud of their accomplishments, and achievements. She never missed baking a special birthday cake for anyone. Another of her favorite things was the annual Christmas shopping trip with her sisters and their birthday lunches. Shirley had a smile for everyone and would have tears of joy because “Life was Good”She is survived by her siblings, Velma Giebler, Hays, KS; Leona Kuhn, Hays, KS; Tony Weigel and his wife, Jan, Overland Park. KS; Doris Weigel, Victoria, KS; her nephews and nieces.She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Michael Weigel; Donald Weigel (Beverly); Robert Weigel (Flora); Joseph Weigel{died in Japan}; her sisters, Mary Jane Miller (Gilbert); Louise Weigel; and her brothers-in-law, Francis Giebler; and Clinton Kuhn.&nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 17, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, followed by a Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary Memorial Service, and a Victoria Christian Mothers /Daughters of Isabella Rosary all at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of Saint Fidelis or Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751 in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671. Condolences can be emailed to clineschapels@gmail.com or left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Shirley Catherine Weigel

Byron Kent Miller, 75, of
Thornton, Colorado, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 after a lengthy battle
with numerous health issues.&nbsp; He was born
on May 24, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;
The son of Raymond and Ruth (Karst) Miller.

Byron graduated from Hoisington
High School in the Class of ’67 and later received his Bachelor of Science in
Education from Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas in May of
1971.&nbsp; While at Emporia State, Byron
served 2 years in the US Air Force Reserves under the Delayed Enlistment
Program, being honorably discharged from the Reserves in September of 1971 to
become fully inducted into the US Air Force.&nbsp;
While in the Air Force, he earned his Master of Arts Degree from the
University of Northern Colorado and was later honorably discharged from the Air
Force in June of 1977.

Byron was employed as a Math
Teacher/Department Chair at Adams County 12 school District in November of 1978
in Thornton, Colorado.&nbsp; He faithfully
served many years in that capacity until his retirement in 2016.

Byron is survived by his
siblings; Janice McCubbin and husband Lee, Randall Miller and Richard Miller
and wife Carla; along with the nephews, Scott McCubbin and Ryan Miller and
Niece Rylee Miller as well as extended family and friends.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation was selected by the
family.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service
will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Russell City
Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the graveside services.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Byron Kent Miller</figcaption>
 </figure>Byron Kent Miller, 75, of
Thornton, Colorado, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 after a lengthy battle
with numerous health issues.&nbsp; He was born
on May 24, 1949, in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;
The son of Raymond and Ruth (Karst) Miller.Byron graduated from Hoisington
High School in the Class of ’67 and later received his Bachelor of Science in
Education from Emporia State Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas in May of
1971.&nbsp; While at Emporia State, Byron
served 2 years in the US Air Force Reserves under the Delayed Enlistment
Program, being honorably discharged from the Reserves in September of 1971 to
become fully inducted into the US Air Force.&nbsp;
While in the Air Force, he earned his Master of Arts Degree from the
University of Northern Colorado and was later honorably discharged from the Air
Force in June of 1977.Byron was employed as a Math
Teacher/Department Chair at Adams County 12 school District in November of 1978
in Thornton, Colorado.&nbsp; He faithfully
served many years in that capacity until his retirement in 2016.Byron is survived by his
siblings; Janice McCubbin and husband Lee, Randall Miller and Richard Miller
and wife Carla; along with the nephews, Scott McCubbin and Ryan Miller and
Niece Rylee Miller as well as extended family and friends.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation was selected by the
family.&nbsp; A graveside memorial service
will be held at 1 P.M. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Russell City
Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the graveside services.

Byron Kent Miller

Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner, 91, Hays, passed away Sunday,
October 12, 2025 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

He was born December 14, 1933, in Hays, the son of James and
Isabella (Dinges) Koerner.&nbsp; He graduated
from Hays High School in 1952, where he excelled in sports, including track,
baseball, and earned two-time All-State honors as a guard in football.&nbsp; Immediately after graduation, Vern entered
the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was initially
stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, was deployed to Korea for three years, and he
was discharged in 1956.&nbsp; One of Vern’s
favorite stories about his time in Korea was when the New York Yankees came
over for exhibition baseball games against an all-star team of surrounding Army
bases. &nbsp;During those games, Vern
connected for a few hits off the Yankees' pitchers and even successfully stole
a few bases.&nbsp; 

Upon returning to Hays, he married his sweetheart, Remigia 'Midge' Schuvie, on May 25, 1957. &nbsp;They shared 68 wonderful years of marriage and
welcomed their son, Kevin, in 1960. &nbsp;Vern's
career path in Hays included working at Mammel's Grocery Store and Staab
Plumbing and Repair. &nbsp;He then began a
long career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired after
32 years of service. &nbsp;For many years, he
was a half-owner of the beloved Koerner-Staab Liquor Store with his friend,
Charlie Staab. &nbsp;An avid golfer, Vern
loved the game. His brother, LeRoy, was his favorite person for a twosome, but
he loved playing with everyone and cherished the many friendships he made on
the course. &nbsp;He also enjoyed fishing and
hunting, but his most cherished activity was spending time with his family and
playing with his grandchildren. &nbsp;He often
spoke about the joy they brought him.&nbsp; 

He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,
the St. Joseph Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325, the Bishop
Cunningham Fourth Degree Assembly #282, Hays VFW Post #9076, Hays American
Legion Post #173, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. 

Vern is survived by his loving wife Midge, of the home; his
son Kevin Koerner and wife Lynn of Hays; his sister Jan Girvan and husband Jim
of Hays; and his brother Dale Koerner and wife Lois of Lawrence.&nbsp; He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren
Shea Koerner and wife Anne Drees of Centennial, Colorado and Annastasia Rose
Koerner of Denver, Colorado; his great-granddaughter Cecilia Rose Bird of
Denver, Colorado, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and
great-nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Isabella
Koerner and his brother, LeRoy Koerner.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Thursday,
October 16, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Brian
McCaffrey officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will
be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on
Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus will
stand honor guard from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:00
pm, followed by a combined third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus rosary,
all on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Private family inurnment with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076
Honor Guard will be in St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested
to A Different Mindset Association or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Vern may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner</figcaption>
 </figure>Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner, 91, Hays, passed away Sunday,
October 12, 2025 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.He was born December 14, 1933, in Hays, the son of James and
Isabella (Dinges) Koerner.&nbsp; He graduated
from Hays High School in 1952, where he excelled in sports, including track,
baseball, and earned two-time All-State honors as a guard in football.&nbsp; Immediately after graduation, Vern entered
the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was initially
stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, was deployed to Korea for three years, and he
was discharged in 1956.&nbsp; One of Vern’s
favorite stories about his time in Korea was when the New York Yankees came
over for exhibition baseball games against an all-star team of surrounding Army
bases. &nbsp;During those games, Vern
connected for a few hits off the Yankees' pitchers and even successfully stole
a few bases.&nbsp; Upon returning to Hays, he married his sweetheart, Remigia 'Midge' Schuvie, on May 25, 1957. &nbsp;They shared 68 wonderful years of marriage and
welcomed their son, Kevin, in 1960. &nbsp;Vern's
career path in Hays included working at Mammel's Grocery Store and Staab
Plumbing and Repair. &nbsp;He then began a
long career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired after
32 years of service. &nbsp;For many years, he
was a half-owner of the beloved Koerner-Staab Liquor Store with his friend,
Charlie Staab. &nbsp;An avid golfer, Vern
loved the game. His brother, LeRoy, was his favorite person for a twosome, but
he loved playing with everyone and cherished the many friendships he made on
the course. &nbsp;He also enjoyed fishing and
hunting, but his most cherished activity was spending time with his family and
playing with his grandchildren. &nbsp;He often
spoke about the joy they brought him.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,
the St. Joseph Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325, the Bishop
Cunningham Fourth Degree Assembly #282, Hays VFW Post #9076, Hays American
Legion Post #173, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Vern is survived by his loving wife Midge, of the home; his
son Kevin Koerner and wife Lynn of Hays; his sister Jan Girvan and husband Jim
of Hays; and his brother Dale Koerner and wife Lois of Lawrence.&nbsp; He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren
Shea Koerner and wife Anne Drees of Centennial, Colorado and Annastasia Rose
Koerner of Denver, Colorado; his great-granddaughter Cecilia Rose Bird of
Denver, Colorado, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and
great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Isabella
Koerner and his brother, LeRoy Koerner.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Thursday,
October 16, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Brian
McCaffrey officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will
be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on
Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus will
stand honor guard from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:00
pm, followed by a combined third and fourth degree Knights of Columbus rosary,
all on Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Private family inurnment with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076
Honor Guard will be in St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested
to A Different Mindset Association or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Vern may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Vernon Joseph 'Vern' Koerner

Jon
F. Kisner, age 83 of Hays, Kansas passed away on Thursday, September 25,
2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on September 27, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas to Fred 'Fritz' and Angela (Dreiling) Kisner.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Barbara Kay
(VonFeldt) on September 4, 1970, at Victoria, Kansas. She preceded him in death
on September 21, 2020.


&nbsp;Jon was a social and adventurous youngster.&nbsp; As a toddler, he took
numerous solo train rides from Abilene to visit family in other Kansas towns,
like Chapman. He would ride his tricycle off the barn onto the haystacks below.
According to a newspaper article, Jonny (3.5yrs old) &amp; Frankie (6yrs old)
were rough playing that landed them in the hospital with severe cuts from a
glass sliding door, requiring 18 stitches to his arm. It was also rumored Jon
and his buddies would throw farm eggs at his girl cousins (some who went on to
become Nuns). Fun fact, his babysitter in Abilene was Ida; President Ike
Eisenhower’s mother.&nbsp;Then, when Jon was about five years old, his family
moved to Hays.&nbsp; Here he performed as a member in an acrobat trio at the Strand.&nbsp;
The Kisner family lived in the Guard Block House at Old Fort Hays.&nbsp; While
his father was the grounds caretaker, Jon would swim the watering holes
recovering golf balls for his mom to resell in the clubhouse. They were the
last family to live on Old Fort Hays.

Through some high school years, Jon managed the Hays Municipal swimming pool,
where he taught many how to swim. In 1959, he graduated from Saint Joseph
Military Academy, now Thomas Moore Prep High School.&nbsp; A veteran of the US
Army, Jon was an SP4 in 25th&nbsp;Infantry Division, mostly
stationed in Thailand and Hawaii.&nbsp; He was briefly stationed at Fort Leslie
J McNair in Washington as a member of the Presidential Honor Guard where he
earned both the opportunity to attend the US Military Academy Preparatory School
for West Point and to honorably walk at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.&nbsp;
Although he declined both prestigious offers, he was honorably discharged in
1963 and awarded a Good Conduct Medal.

Ready to explore his new bachelor life, Jon bought a cabin in Estes Park,
Colorado and soon purchased his first horse, Lady. Much manual labor was
invested in his new retreat including building a Pot Belly stove for
heat.&nbsp; Family and friends all came to stay, where they would be
wholesomely entertained with Jons’ musical talents.&nbsp; During this time, Jon
periodically visited his parents back in Hays.&nbsp; He would escort his mother
to frequent live music events.&nbsp; As his entertaining bug grew stronger, Jon
discovered his passion for Polka music. For the next 40 years, Jon was
identified as a member of Eddie Basgall and His Jolly Dutchmen, he was
described on an album cover as 'A triple talent entertainer with his singing,
banjo playing and a&nbsp;flair for showmanship. Ballads and&nbsp;happy songs
were Jon’s specialty. His rich baritone vocals enhanced the romantic mood of
the group.' He also returned to work part time at the Hays swimming pool.&nbsp;
While selling beach towels to a local liquor store, he came across his future
wife (Barbara) who he married nine months later in Saint Fidelis Catholic
Church, Victoria, Kansas 'The Cathedral of the Plains'.

Although Jon and Barbara began their future in Colorado, they soon moved to
Victoria, Kansas for a number of years and began raising their three children.
In 1980, Jon graduated from Fort Hays State University with a BA in General
Studies. He also began his&nbsp;36 year&nbsp;career as a lineman and foreman
for Central Kansas Power, now Midwest Energy. In 1985, Jon secured their
growing Kisner family 80 acres of land just north of Toulon where the family
joined labor forces to build their settlement.&nbsp; Always an avid horse
lover, Jon was eventually equipped to open the property to board and train
horses including his own team of Belgians (Duke &amp; Dolly).&nbsp; He loved to
share this majestic team with the community by entering parades, hosting
hayrack rides, chauffeuring wedding parties and sponsoring Christmas light
tours through the Hays Country Club.&nbsp; His added craftsmanship was
showcased thru repairing and building a number of harnesses, trailers, buggies
and wagons.

&nbsp;Once the grandkids were born in Texas, Jon &amp; Barbara moved to be
closer to them for a few years, only to return to their roots in Hays in
2016.&nbsp; After 50 years of marriage, his wife Barbara passed and was
reunited with her parents at St Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria. Jon remained in
his Hays home and stayed active including meeting with his retired Midwest
Energy coworkers for donuts, Military Academy classmates at McDonalds and horse
boarding members sporadically. Jon was a member of the Victoria V.F.W. Post #
1751, and a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.

Jon is survived by his children, Curtis Kisner and wife, Michelle, Fort Worth,
TX; Tonya Kisner, Belton, MO; Simone Anderson, Fort Worth, TX; his
grandchildren, Aubrianna Kisner; Cadence Anderson; Carmyn Anderson; his sister,
Janell Newton and husband, Gary, Wichita, KS.

Jon is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Angela Kisner; his wife,
Barbara; his sister, Cynthia Karlin and her husband, Jerry.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at
The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas, with
Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, at the
church.&nbsp;Inurnment with Military Honor Guard Rites by the Victoria&nbsp;V.F.W.
Post #1751 will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials payable to&nbsp;The
Sunflower Clydesdales&nbsp;in care of Cline’s-Keithley
Mortuary of Hays,&nbsp;1919
East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas. Condolences
can be emailed to&nbsp;clineschapels@gmail.com&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758922623541.jpeg" alt="Jon F. Kisner" />
 <figcaption>Jon F. Kisner</figcaption>
 </figure>Jon
F. Kisner, age 83 of Hays, Kansas passed away on Thursday, September 25,
2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born on September 27, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas to Fred 'Fritz' and Angela (Dreiling) Kisner.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Barbara Kay
(VonFeldt) on September 4, 1970, at Victoria, Kansas. She preceded him in death
on September 21, 2020.
&nbsp;Jon was a social and adventurous youngster.&nbsp; As a toddler, he took
numerous solo train rides from Abilene to visit family in other Kansas towns,
like Chapman. He would ride his tricycle off the barn onto the haystacks below.
According to a newspaper article, Jonny (3.5yrs old) &amp; Frankie (6yrs old)
were rough playing that landed them in the hospital with severe cuts from a
glass sliding door, requiring 18 stitches to his arm. It was also rumored Jon
and his buddies would throw farm eggs at his girl cousins (some who went on to
become Nuns). Fun fact, his babysitter in Abilene was Ida; President Ike
Eisenhower’s mother.&nbsp;Then, when Jon was about five years old, his family
moved to Hays.&nbsp; Here he performed as a member in an acrobat trio at the Strand.&nbsp;
The Kisner family lived in the Guard Block House at Old Fort Hays.&nbsp; While
his father was the grounds caretaker, Jon would swim the watering holes
recovering golf balls for his mom to resell in the clubhouse. They were the
last family to live on Old Fort Hays.Through some high school years, Jon managed the Hays Municipal swimming pool,
where he taught many how to swim. In 1959, he graduated from Saint Joseph
Military Academy, now Thomas Moore Prep High School.&nbsp; A veteran of the US
Army, Jon was an SP4 in 25th&nbsp;Infantry Division, mostly
stationed in Thailand and Hawaii.&nbsp; He was briefly stationed at Fort Leslie
J McNair in Washington as a member of the Presidential Honor Guard where he
earned both the opportunity to attend the US Military Academy Preparatory School
for West Point and to honorably walk at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.&nbsp;
Although he declined both prestigious offers, he was honorably discharged in
1963 and awarded a Good Conduct Medal.Ready to explore his new bachelor life, Jon bought a cabin in Estes Park,
Colorado and soon purchased his first horse, Lady. Much manual labor was
invested in his new retreat including building a Pot Belly stove for
heat.&nbsp; Family and friends all came to stay, where they would be
wholesomely entertained with Jons’ musical talents.&nbsp; During this time, Jon
periodically visited his parents back in Hays.&nbsp; He would escort his mother
to frequent live music events.&nbsp; As his entertaining bug grew stronger, Jon
discovered his passion for Polka music. For the next 40 years, Jon was
identified as a member of Eddie Basgall and His Jolly Dutchmen, he was
described on an album cover as 'A triple talent entertainer with his singing,
banjo playing and a&nbsp;flair for showmanship. Ballads and&nbsp;happy songs
were Jon’s specialty. His rich baritone vocals enhanced the romantic mood of
the group.' He also returned to work part time at the Hays swimming pool.&nbsp;
While selling beach towels to a local liquor store, he came across his future
wife (Barbara) who he married nine months later in Saint Fidelis Catholic
Church, Victoria, Kansas 'The Cathedral of the Plains'.Although Jon and Barbara began their future in Colorado, they soon moved to
Victoria, Kansas for a number of years and began raising their three children.
In 1980, Jon graduated from Fort Hays State University with a BA in General
Studies. He also began his&nbsp;36 year&nbsp;career as a lineman and foreman
for Central Kansas Power, now Midwest Energy. In 1985, Jon secured their
growing Kisner family 80 acres of land just north of Toulon where the family
joined labor forces to build their settlement.&nbsp; Always an avid horse
lover, Jon was eventually equipped to open the property to board and train
horses including his own team of Belgians (Duke &amp; Dolly).&nbsp; He loved to
share this majestic team with the community by entering parades, hosting
hayrack rides, chauffeuring wedding parties and sponsoring Christmas light
tours through the Hays Country Club.&nbsp; His added craftsmanship was
showcased thru repairing and building a number of harnesses, trailers, buggies
and wagons.&nbsp;Once the grandkids were born in Texas, Jon &amp; Barbara moved to be
closer to them for a few years, only to return to their roots in Hays in
2016.&nbsp; After 50 years of marriage, his wife Barbara passed and was
reunited with her parents at St Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria. Jon remained in
his Hays home and stayed active including meeting with his retired Midwest
Energy coworkers for donuts, Military Academy classmates at McDonalds and horse
boarding members sporadically. Jon was a member of the Victoria V.F.W. Post #
1751, and a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.Jon is survived by his children, Curtis Kisner and wife, Michelle, Fort Worth,
TX; Tonya Kisner, Belton, MO; Simone Anderson, Fort Worth, TX; his
grandchildren, Aubrianna Kisner; Cadence Anderson; Carmyn Anderson; his sister,
Janell Newton and husband, Gary, Wichita, KS.Jon is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Angela Kisner; his wife,
Barbara; his sister, Cynthia Karlin and her husband, Jerry.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at
The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave, Victoria, Kansas, with
Celebrant, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap.The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, at the
church.&nbsp;Inurnment with Military Honor Guard Rites by the Victoria&nbsp;V.F.W.
Post #1751 will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials payable to&nbsp;The
Sunflower Clydesdales&nbsp;in care of Cline’s-Keithley
Mortuary of Hays,&nbsp;1919
East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas. Condolences
can be emailed to&nbsp;clineschapels@gmail.com&nbsp;or
left by guest book at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Jon F. Kisner

Zita
Mae Schamberger, 89, of Hoxie, KS passed away October 8, 2025, at the AmberMed-
Sheridan County LTCU. She was born March 9, 1936, near Vincent, KS to Theodore
J. and Rose Mary (Kippes) Munk. As a young child, her family moved to Sheridan
County, KS where she attended school, graduating from Sheridan County Community
High School in 1954.

Zita
married Clarence Schamberger on April 17, 1956, in Hoxie, KS. From this union
they raised five children: Dave, Leonard, Donald, Deb, and Sharon. She worked alongside
her husband on the farm until they retired. She was a gardener, maintaining
trees, vegetables, and yard, but her passion was growing flowers and sharing
starts with her children and friends. She was a great cook and loved to host
family dinners. She had the talent to put together a great meal with very
little notice when friends or family dropped in to visit&nbsp; &nbsp;Zita
loved having grandchildren come visit and made quilts and blankets for each one.
In later years, she traveled with her husband to many places and often spent
part of the winter in Arizona. 

Zita
is survived by her children:&nbsp; Dave (Lisa)
Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Leonard (Charlene) Schamberger, Sedalia, CO; Donald
(Tamera) Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Deb (Logan) Keith, Morland, KS; and Sharon
(Robert) Grisolia, Olathe, KS; 13 grandchildren and 23
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also
survived by her brother, Paul Munk, Menlo, KS and sisters:&nbsp; Ruth (Bruce) Kratzer, Lakewood, WA, Pauline
Hoff, Dallas, TX, Rosie (Dennis) Hayes, Betty (Daniel) Racette, and Agnes
(Donald) Holzmeister all of Colby; brother- in- law Paul Schamberger, Hays, KS;
sisters- in- law,Mary Alice Munk, Hoxie, KS and Veronica Schamberger of Denver,
Co.

Zita
is predeceased by her parents, husband Clarence, brothers Melvin, Lawrence, and
Lester, and brothers- in- law, Donald Hoff, William Geerdes, Smoky Stover, Adolph
(Lorene) Schamberger, Mike (Mary)Schamberger, Felix (Viola) Schamberger, Alvin
(Ada) Schamberger, William (Rosemary) Schamberger, Daniel Schamberger and
sister- in- law Kathleen Schamberger.

Funeral
Services will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St.
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, KS. Visitation will take place on
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Mickey Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, KS, from 2:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with family present to receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. A Vigil and Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.

The
family suggests memorial contributions be made to AmberMed—Sheridan County
Hospital LTCU. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO
Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. 

&nbsp;This service will be live streamed.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760235890510.jpeg" alt="Zita Mae Schamberger" />
 <figcaption>Zita Mae Schamberger</figcaption>
 </figure>Zita
Mae Schamberger, 89, of Hoxie, KS passed away October 8, 2025, at the AmberMed-
Sheridan County LTCU. She was born March 9, 1936, near Vincent, KS to Theodore
J. and Rose Mary (Kippes) Munk. As a young child, her family moved to Sheridan
County, KS where she attended school, graduating from Sheridan County Community
High School in 1954.Zita
married Clarence Schamberger on April 17, 1956, in Hoxie, KS. From this union
they raised five children: Dave, Leonard, Donald, Deb, and Sharon. She worked alongside
her husband on the farm until they retired. She was a gardener, maintaining
trees, vegetables, and yard, but her passion was growing flowers and sharing
starts with her children and friends. She was a great cook and loved to host
family dinners. She had the talent to put together a great meal with very
little notice when friends or family dropped in to visit&nbsp; &nbsp;Zita
loved having grandchildren come visit and made quilts and blankets for each one.
In later years, she traveled with her husband to many places and often spent
part of the winter in Arizona. Zita
is survived by her children:&nbsp; Dave (Lisa)
Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Leonard (Charlene) Schamberger, Sedalia, CO; Donald
(Tamera) Schamberger, Hoxie, KS; Deb (Logan) Keith, Morland, KS; and Sharon
(Robert) Grisolia, Olathe, KS; 13 grandchildren and 23
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also
survived by her brother, Paul Munk, Menlo, KS and sisters:&nbsp; Ruth (Bruce) Kratzer, Lakewood, WA, Pauline
Hoff, Dallas, TX, Rosie (Dennis) Hayes, Betty (Daniel) Racette, and Agnes
(Donald) Holzmeister all of Colby; brother- in- law Paul Schamberger, Hays, KS;
sisters- in- law,Mary Alice Munk, Hoxie, KS and Veronica Schamberger of Denver,
Co.Zita
is predeceased by her parents, husband Clarence, brothers Melvin, Lawrence, and
Lester, and brothers- in- law, Donald Hoff, William Geerdes, Smoky Stover, Adolph
(Lorene) Schamberger, Mike (Mary)Schamberger, Felix (Viola) Schamberger, Alvin
(Ada) Schamberger, William (Rosemary) Schamberger, Daniel Schamberger and
sister- in- law Kathleen Schamberger.Funeral
Services will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St.
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, KS. Visitation will take place on
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Mickey Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, KS, from 2:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with family present to receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. A Vigil and Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m.The
family suggests memorial contributions be made to AmberMed—Sheridan County
Hospital LTCU. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO
Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. &nbsp;This service will be live streamed.

Zita Mae Schamberger

Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy passed away peacefully on October 7,
2025 in her home in Greeley, Colorado surrounded by family members.

Suzann F Maddy was born May 4, 1934 at their farm home near
Oronoque, KS and was the daughter of Paul Sidman and Dorothea Faye
(Burd).&nbsp; She was raised on a farm 7 1/2 miles West and 1 mile south of
Norton, Kansas. Her siblings include Gene Sidman (deceased), Warren Sidman and
Eric Sidman.

Her father Paul, who loved music, instilled that love for music in
Susie as she learned to play the piano and clarinet. In 1951 she graduated from
Norton Community High School and in 1952 married James A. Maddy of Norton, KS
at a church in Selma, Alabama.&nbsp; They lived together while Jim served in
the air force at Craig Air Force Base near Selma. In 1954 Jim was discharged
from the Air Force and they moved back to the Maddy family farm with their
first son, Steve. The family grew quickly to 5 kids including Steve, David,
Cindy, Duane and Rod.

Susie was fun loving and a hard worker, as she helped with all the
family operations including farming, livestock and later their growing family
custom harvesting business. As their harvesting business grew, she would stay
home in the summer and take care of the farming and cow-calf operation while
handling all the family record keeping. She was also a great cook delivering
many homemade meals to their crew and family members working in the field.

Together with her family, she participated in 4-H, pheasant
hunting, taught piano lessons, all while keeping the family members on schedule
with their activities. Her interests included playing classical and ragtime
music on her Wurlitzer piano. She enjoyed traveling the world sometimes with
her best friend Marlene Wilmot and daughter Cindy.

In 2011, She moved to Greeley, Colorado and spent much of her time
traveling the southwest to Bluegrass Festivals with her two corgis, Charlie and
Phoebe. She would travel many times back and forth from Greeley to her Norton
home and visit her beloved friend Shirley Newell.

She is survived by sons: Steve, David and wife Patsy, Duane, Rod
and wife Tammy and daughter,&nbsp;Cindy
Abend; 9 grandchildren including: Kara Miller and husband Aaron, Lucas
Maddy, Katie Gualtieri and husband Charles, Christopher Maddy and fiancé
Savannah Smith, Marisa Maddy, Molly Thrailkill and husband Ryan, James Donahey
and wife Amelia, Kelly Donahey and husband Zebulon Zang, Ryan Maddy and wife
Angel, Kristen Fahrenbruch and husband Kiel and Cassandra Padia and husband
David Sanchez; great grandchildren: Olivia, Madeline, Jacob and Charlotte
(parents Kara and Aaron Miller),&nbsp; Hayden, Logan, Lincoln and Ledger
(parents Katie and Charles Gualtieri), Caroline and Colin (parents Kristen and
Kiel Fahrenbruch), Antonella and Beckham (parents Ryan and Angel Maddy), and
Caleb, (parents Cassandra Padia and David Sanchez). She is also survived by her
brothers: Warren Sidman and wife Iona, Stuttgart, KS and Eric Sidman and wife
Beverly, Norton, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760214937146.jpeg" alt="Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy" />
 <figcaption>Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy</figcaption>
 </figure>Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy passed away peacefully on October 7,
2025 in her home in Greeley, Colorado surrounded by family members.Suzann F Maddy was born May 4, 1934 at their farm home near
Oronoque, KS and was the daughter of Paul Sidman and Dorothea Faye
(Burd).&nbsp; She was raised on a farm 7 1/2 miles West and 1 mile south of
Norton, Kansas. Her siblings include Gene Sidman (deceased), Warren Sidman and
Eric Sidman.Her father Paul, who loved music, instilled that love for music in
Susie as she learned to play the piano and clarinet. In 1951 she graduated from
Norton Community High School and in 1952 married James A. Maddy of Norton, KS
at a church in Selma, Alabama.&nbsp; They lived together while Jim served in
the air force at Craig Air Force Base near Selma. In 1954 Jim was discharged
from the Air Force and they moved back to the Maddy family farm with their
first son, Steve. The family grew quickly to 5 kids including Steve, David,
Cindy, Duane and Rod.Susie was fun loving and a hard worker, as she helped with all the
family operations including farming, livestock and later their growing family
custom harvesting business. As their harvesting business grew, she would stay
home in the summer and take care of the farming and cow-calf operation while
handling all the family record keeping. She was also a great cook delivering
many homemade meals to their crew and family members working in the field.Together with her family, she participated in 4-H, pheasant
hunting, taught piano lessons, all while keeping the family members on schedule
with their activities. Her interests included playing classical and ragtime
music on her Wurlitzer piano. She enjoyed traveling the world sometimes with
her best friend Marlene Wilmot and daughter Cindy.In 2011, She moved to Greeley, Colorado and spent much of her time
traveling the southwest to Bluegrass Festivals with her two corgis, Charlie and
Phoebe. She would travel many times back and forth from Greeley to her Norton
home and visit her beloved friend Shirley Newell.She is survived by sons: Steve, David and wife Patsy, Duane, Rod
and wife Tammy and daughter,&nbsp;Cindy
Abend; 9 grandchildren including: Kara Miller and husband Aaron, Lucas
Maddy, Katie Gualtieri and husband Charles, Christopher Maddy and fiancé
Savannah Smith, Marisa Maddy, Molly Thrailkill and husband Ryan, James Donahey
and wife Amelia, Kelly Donahey and husband Zebulon Zang, Ryan Maddy and wife
Angel, Kristen Fahrenbruch and husband Kiel and Cassandra Padia and husband
David Sanchez; great grandchildren: Olivia, Madeline, Jacob and Charlotte
(parents Kara and Aaron Miller),&nbsp; Hayden, Logan, Lincoln and Ledger
(parents Katie and Charles Gualtieri), Caroline and Colin (parents Kristen and
Kiel Fahrenbruch), Antonella and Beckham (parents Ryan and Angel Maddy), and
Caleb, (parents Cassandra Padia and David Sanchez). She is also survived by her
brothers: Warren Sidman and wife Iona, Stuttgart, KS and Eric Sidman and wife
Beverly, Norton, Kansas.

Suzann Fern (Sidman) Maddy

Phyllis Jean Schniepp, age 92,
passed away October 9, 2025, at Cedar Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas.
She was born on February 6, 1933, in Wichita, Kansas, to Delbert and Esther
Dreasher. Upon her mother’s passing at the age of three, Phyllis and her sister
JoAnn were adopted and lovingly raised by her Uncle Warren and Aunt Grace in
Bazine, Kansas.

On June 3, 1951,
Phyllis married Glenn Schniepp. Together, they shared 69 wonderful years of
marriage and raised four sons on their family farm in Bazine. Together they
owned and operated two businesses - Schniepp Construction and Schniepp Grain
where Phyllis served as bookkeeper for both businesses. Phyllis and Glenn were
devoted members of the Bazine United Methodist Church, where they sang together
in the choir. They were also part of a Praise Team, offering music for many
services, celebrations, and funerals.

Phyllis was a
devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She found joy in preparing delicious
meals for her family, tending to her gardens, spending time with her
grandchildren, and caring for her beloved cats.

She is survived by
her four sons: Larry (Belinda) Schniepp of Shenandoah, Iowa; Terry (Colleen)
Schniepp and Marlin (Billie H.-Schniepp) Schniepp, both of Cottage Grove,
Minnesota; and Charles Schniepp of Bazine. She is also survived by her
brother-in-law, Robert Schniepp of Madison, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren and
several great-grandchildren.

Phyllis was preceded
in death by her husband, Glenn Schniepp; her parents, Delbert and Esther
Dreasher; and sister, JoAnn Rein and infant grandsons Travis and Dalton
Schniepp.

Funeral service will
be on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Ness City Methodist Church, Ness City,
KS, 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Ness City Cemetery. Viewing will be
held on Monday, October 13, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. with the family
present from 5-7 p.m. 

Memorial
contributions may be given to Christ Pilot Me Hill or Bazine Methodist Church.

Words of comfort and
support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760215094746.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Jean Schniepp" />
 <figcaption>Phyllis Jean Schniepp</figcaption>
 </figure>Phyllis Jean Schniepp, age 92,
passed away October 9, 2025, at Cedar Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas.
She was born on February 6, 1933, in Wichita, Kansas, to Delbert and Esther
Dreasher. Upon her mother’s passing at the age of three, Phyllis and her sister
JoAnn were adopted and lovingly raised by her Uncle Warren and Aunt Grace in
Bazine, Kansas.On June 3, 1951,
Phyllis married Glenn Schniepp. Together, they shared 69 wonderful years of
marriage and raised four sons on their family farm in Bazine. Together they
owned and operated two businesses - Schniepp Construction and Schniepp Grain
where Phyllis served as bookkeeper for both businesses. Phyllis and Glenn were
devoted members of the Bazine United Methodist Church, where they sang together
in the choir. They were also part of a Praise Team, offering music for many
services, celebrations, and funerals.Phyllis was a
devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She found joy in preparing delicious
meals for her family, tending to her gardens, spending time with her
grandchildren, and caring for her beloved cats.She is survived by
her four sons: Larry (Belinda) Schniepp of Shenandoah, Iowa; Terry (Colleen)
Schniepp and Marlin (Billie H.-Schniepp) Schniepp, both of Cottage Grove,
Minnesota; and Charles Schniepp of Bazine. She is also survived by her
brother-in-law, Robert Schniepp of Madison, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren and
several great-grandchildren.Phyllis was preceded
in death by her husband, Glenn Schniepp; her parents, Delbert and Esther
Dreasher; and sister, JoAnn Rein and infant grandsons Travis and Dalton
Schniepp.Funeral service will
be on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Ness City Methodist Church, Ness City,
KS, 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Ness City Cemetery. Viewing will be
held on Monday, October 13, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. with the family
present from 5-7 p.m. Memorial
contributions may be given to Christ Pilot Me Hill or Bazine Methodist Church.Words of comfort and
support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Phyllis Jean Schniepp

Joel Mollohan, 70, Hays, died Friday, September 26, 2025 at
his home.

He was born April 8, 1955 in Colony, Kansas the son of
Robert V. and Joanna L. (Typer) Mollohan.&nbsp;
In 1973, Joel graduated from Hays High School, and following high school
he worked various jobs doing construction work, painting, and he was an
oilfield roughneck.&nbsp; Joel also worked at
Wolf Memorial Co., Waffle-Crete, and enjoyed gardening.

Survivors include his brother-in-law Roger Ross of Edmond,
OK, two nieces, Leah Ross and husband Andrew Fiore of Prescott, AZ and Lacey
Sudik and husband Cody of Yukon, OK, and two great nieces.

He was preceded in death by his father Robert Mollohan, his mother
Joanna Aubel, and his sister Sue Ross.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Monday, October 20,
2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Brenda Rodger
officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive
friends from 9:30 am until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Joel may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1759952744346.jpg" alt="Joel Mollohan" />
 <figcaption>Joel Mollohan</figcaption>
 </figure>Joel Mollohan, 70, Hays, died Friday, September 26, 2025 at
his home.He was born April 8, 1955 in Colony, Kansas the son of
Robert V. and Joanna L. (Typer) Mollohan.&nbsp;
In 1973, Joel graduated from Hays High School, and following high school
he worked various jobs doing construction work, painting, and he was an
oilfield roughneck.&nbsp; Joel also worked at
Wolf Memorial Co., Waffle-Crete, and enjoyed gardening.Survivors include his brother-in-law Roger Ross of Edmond,
OK, two nieces, Leah Ross and husband Andrew Fiore of Prescott, AZ and Lacey
Sudik and husband Cody of Yukon, OK, and two great nieces.He was preceded in death by his father Robert Mollohan, his mother
Joanna Aubel, and his sister Sue Ross.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Monday, October 20,
2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Brenda Rodger
officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive
friends from 9:30 am until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Joel may be left
for his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Joel Mollohan

Alphonse B. “Ollie” Kuhn, age 92,
passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Via Christi Village Care Center,
Hays, Kansas.

He was born on February 3, 1933, on the family farm North of Victoria, Kansas,
to Anton M. and Mary (Hoffman) Kuhn.&nbsp; He married Nettie (Walters) on
September 8, 1962.

Ollie was a farmer all of his life and also was a pumper in the oil
fields for over 50 years.&nbsp; He attended school in Victoria, and enjoyed
fishing, cooking, playing cards, and was very active in the Knights of Columbus
and Saint Fidelis Parish.&nbsp; &nbsp;

He was a member of The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, the Victoria 3rd
Degree and 4th Degree Assembly Knights of Columbus, served on the
Knights of Columbus Hays Area Degree team for
25 years, and was past president of &nbsp;Ellis County Farm Bureau.&nbsp; He
was Knight of the Year from 2000 -2001, and was District Knight of the Year in
2001, and again in 2016.&nbsp; 

Ollie is survived by his son, Toby Kuhn and companion, Aphesian King, Topeka,
Kansas;&nbsp;his
grandchildren, Cheyenne Todd, Omaha, NE; Taryn Jones and husband, Carter,
Lawrence, KS; and his former wife, Nettie Kuhn-Verdi, Hays, KS. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Mary Kuhn; his
son, Timothy Kuhn; his
grandson, Tyler Kuhn; his four brothers, Edmund (Norine) Kuhn; Emil (Zita)
Kuhn; Ermin Kuhn; Alfred (Lucille) Kuhn; his seven sisters, Albina (Otto)
Dreiling; Regina Kuhn; Helen (Joe) Dinkel; Margaret Kuhn; Oliva (Ben) Windholz;
Henrietta Kuhn; Laurinda Schmeidler (Eugene); his three infant sisters, Albina;
Mary; and Henrietta.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday, October 13,
2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father
John Schmeidler.&nbsp; Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria,
Kansas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary,
Victoria, Kansas and from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. Monday, at The Basilica of Saint
Fidelis.

A Vigil Service will be at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, followed by a Knights of Columbus
3rd Degree and 4th Degree Rosary both at Cline’s-Keithley
Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.

In
Lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of
Saint Fidelis Building Fund in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main
Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp;
Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a> or left by guest
book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760043830078.jpeg" alt="Alphonse B. 'Ollie' Kuhn" />
 <figcaption>Alphonse B. 'Ollie' Kuhn</figcaption>
 </figure>Alphonse B. “Ollie” Kuhn, age 92,
passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Via Christi Village Care Center,
Hays, Kansas.He was born on February 3, 1933, on the family farm North of Victoria, Kansas,
to Anton M. and Mary (Hoffman) Kuhn.&nbsp; He married Nettie (Walters) on
September 8, 1962.Ollie was a farmer all of his life and also was a pumper in the oil
fields for over 50 years.&nbsp; He attended school in Victoria, and enjoyed
fishing, cooking, playing cards, and was very active in the Knights of Columbus
and Saint Fidelis Parish.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was a member of The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, the Victoria 3rd
Degree and 4th Degree Assembly Knights of Columbus, served on the
Knights of Columbus Hays Area Degree team for
25 years, and was past president of &nbsp;Ellis County Farm Bureau.&nbsp; He
was Knight of the Year from 2000 -2001, and was District Knight of the Year in
2001, and again in 2016.&nbsp; Ollie is survived by his son, Toby Kuhn and companion, Aphesian King, Topeka,
Kansas;&nbsp;his
grandchildren, Cheyenne Todd, Omaha, NE; Taryn Jones and husband, Carter,
Lawrence, KS; and his former wife, Nettie Kuhn-Verdi, Hays, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Mary Kuhn; his
son, Timothy Kuhn; his
grandson, Tyler Kuhn; his four brothers, Edmund (Norine) Kuhn; Emil (Zita)
Kuhn; Ermin Kuhn; Alfred (Lucille) Kuhn; his seven sisters, Albina (Otto)
Dreiling; Regina Kuhn; Helen (Joe) Dinkel; Margaret Kuhn; Oliva (Ben) Windholz;
Henrietta Kuhn; Laurinda Schmeidler (Eugene); his three infant sisters, Albina;
Mary; and Henrietta.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday, October 13,
2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Celebrant, Father
John Schmeidler.&nbsp; Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria,
Kansas.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary,
Victoria, Kansas and from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. Monday, at The Basilica of Saint
Fidelis.A Vigil Service will be at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, followed by a Knights of Columbus
3rd Degree and 4th Degree Rosary both at Cline’s-Keithley
Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.In
Lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of
Saint Fidelis Building Fund in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main
Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp;
Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a> or left by guest
book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Alphonse B. 'Ollie' Kuhn

Leo Kenneth 'Ken' Herman, 94, Hays, died Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at his home.

He was born
April 3, 1931 in Spearville, the son of Leo Carl and Helen Edna (Laudick)
Herman.&nbsp; Ken graduated from Spearville
High School in 1949.&nbsp; Ken served in the
U.S Navy from 1950-1954 during the Korean War, and was stationed in Guam for
two years, transported troops for two years, and made 24 trips to Japan, Korea,
and Guam.&nbsp; He attended Dodge City Junior
College and graduated from Salt City Business College in Hutchinson.&nbsp; While studying at Salt City he met Shirley
Dufield and they were united in marriage on September 13, 1957 in Spearville.&nbsp; They celebrated 68 years of marriage.&nbsp; 

Ken began
working as a bookkeeper for Dick B. Evans in Great Bend and in 1959, he and
Shirley moved to Hays as Ken started a long career with Farmers Co-op, now
Midland Marketing Co-op, where he was their bookkeeper, office manager, and
manager, retiring in 1993.&nbsp; From
1983-1992, Ken was elected to serve as the director of Farmland Industries, and
he also served on the Commerce Bank Board of Directors.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary
Catholic Church, the St. Joseph Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325,
and the Hays VFW Post #9076.

Ken enjoyed
visiting with his friends, helping around the house, and traveling all around
the world.&nbsp; He loved his family and was
continually strengthening his faith in God through daily Bible readings.

Survivors
include his wife Shirley of Hays, his son Keith Herman of Fort Worth, TX, two
daughters, Linda Coyle of Arlington, TX and Debbie Keohan and husband Tom of
Parker, Colorado, one brother, David Herman of Wichita, two sisters, Mary Lou
Scheve of Kinsley and Janice Askew of Dodge City, four grandchildren, Lauren
Coyle, Madison Coyle, Andrew Keohan, and Grant Keohan, a great grandson,
Beckham, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was
preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Lori Ann Herman, two sisters
Polly Nightingale and Cleo Mae Stegman, and four brothers-in-law, Dick
Nightingale, Gene Stegman, Lawrence Scheve, and Dwayne Askew.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at
10:00 am on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
Church with Fr. Fred Gatschet officiating. &nbsp;Burial with military honors by
the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.
&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 am
until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. &nbsp;A
vigil service will be at 6:00 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary, both
on Tuesday at the funeral home. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are
suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Heritage Foundation, or
to the Wounded Warrior Project. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Ken may be
left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760038517179.jpeg" alt="Leo Kenneth 'Ken' Herman" />
 <figcaption>Leo Kenneth 'Ken' Herman</figcaption>
 </figure>Leo Kenneth 'Ken' Herman, 94, Hays, died Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at his home.He was born
April 3, 1931 in Spearville, the son of Leo Carl and Helen Edna (Laudick)
Herman.&nbsp; Ken graduated from Spearville
High School in 1949.&nbsp; Ken served in the
U.S Navy from 1950-1954 during the Korean War, and was stationed in Guam for
two years, transported troops for two years, and made 24 trips to Japan, Korea,
and Guam.&nbsp; He attended Dodge City Junior
College and graduated from Salt City Business College in Hutchinson.&nbsp; While studying at Salt City he met Shirley
Dufield and they were united in marriage on September 13, 1957 in Spearville.&nbsp; They celebrated 68 years of marriage.&nbsp; Ken began
working as a bookkeeper for Dick B. Evans in Great Bend and in 1959, he and
Shirley moved to Hays as Ken started a long career with Farmers Co-op, now
Midland Marketing Co-op, where he was their bookkeeper, office manager, and
manager, retiring in 1993.&nbsp; From
1983-1992, Ken was elected to serve as the director of Farmland Industries, and
he also served on the Commerce Bank Board of Directors.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary
Catholic Church, the St. Joseph Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325,
and the Hays VFW Post #9076.Ken enjoyed
visiting with his friends, helping around the house, and traveling all around
the world.&nbsp; He loved his family and was
continually strengthening his faith in God through daily Bible readings.Survivors
include his wife Shirley of Hays, his son Keith Herman of Fort Worth, TX, two
daughters, Linda Coyle of Arlington, TX and Debbie Keohan and husband Tom of
Parker, Colorado, one brother, David Herman of Wichita, two sisters, Mary Lou
Scheve of Kinsley and Janice Askew of Dodge City, four grandchildren, Lauren
Coyle, Madison Coyle, Andrew Keohan, and Grant Keohan, a great grandson,
Beckham, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was
preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Lori Ann Herman, two sisters
Polly Nightingale and Cleo Mae Stegman, and four brothers-in-law, Dick
Nightingale, Gene Stegman, Lawrence Scheve, and Dwayne Askew.Mass of Christian Burial will be at
10:00 am on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
Church with Fr. Fred Gatschet officiating. &nbsp;Burial with military honors by
the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.
&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 am
until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. &nbsp;A
vigil service will be at 6:00 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary, both
on Tuesday at the funeral home. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are
suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Heritage Foundation, or
to the Wounded Warrior Project. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Ken may be
left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

Leo Kenneth 'Ken' Herman

Edward 'Ed' Shiltz,
69, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on August 25, 2025, at Trego County–Lemke
Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 23, 1956, in North Platte, NE, to
William “Bill” and Ruth (Hamar) Shiltz, and graduated with the Class of 1974
from Trego Community High School.

Ed worked in the
automotive repair business while living in Salina, KS; Hays, KS; and Apache
Junction, AZ. When he returned to WaKeeney, he discovered his calling in
working with at-risk youth. At the time of his passing, he was employed as a
personal care assistant through Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas
(DSNWK).

He enjoyed family
gatherings, watching sports, fishing, and driving through the countryside in
his pickup or on his motorcycle. He especially treasured his fishing trips with
his daughter, Ellsa. A faithful member of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics
Anonymous for 42 years, he sponsored and guided many individuals on their
journey to sobriety.

Survivors include his
mother, Ruth Shiltz, and his daughter, Ellsa, both of WaKeeney; his sister,
Linda (Larry) of West Des Moines, IA; his brother, Dave (Tess) of Hays, KS; and
his nieces, Emilee (Dave) and their children Payton, Camden, and Sophia of Ankeny,
IA, and Mikayla (Brian) and their children Colby and Cohen of Lenexa, KS. He
was preceded in death by his father, Bill Shiltz; paternal grandparents, George
and Hatie Shiltz; maternal grandparents, Orrin and Vera Hamar; and several
aunts, uncles, cousins, and second cousins.

Visitation will be
held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N.
12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672. 

A memorial service
will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home in WaKeeney, with interment
afterward at WaKeeney City Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions
may be made to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas (DSNWK) and sent in
care of Schmitt Funeral Home. 

Condolences may be
shared at <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760016686561.jpeg" alt="Edward 'Ed' Shiltz" />
 <figcaption>Edward 'Ed' Shiltz</figcaption>
 </figure>Edward 'Ed' Shiltz,
69, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on August 25, 2025, at Trego County–Lemke
Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 23, 1956, in North Platte, NE, to
William “Bill” and Ruth (Hamar) Shiltz, and graduated with the Class of 1974
from Trego Community High School.Ed worked in the
automotive repair business while living in Salina, KS; Hays, KS; and Apache
Junction, AZ. When he returned to WaKeeney, he discovered his calling in
working with at-risk youth. At the time of his passing, he was employed as a
personal care assistant through Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas
(DSNWK).He enjoyed family
gatherings, watching sports, fishing, and driving through the countryside in
his pickup or on his motorcycle. He especially treasured his fishing trips with
his daughter, Ellsa. A faithful member of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics
Anonymous for 42 years, he sponsored and guided many individuals on their
journey to sobriety.Survivors include his
mother, Ruth Shiltz, and his daughter, Ellsa, both of WaKeeney; his sister,
Linda (Larry) of West Des Moines, IA; his brother, Dave (Tess) of Hays, KS; and
his nieces, Emilee (Dave) and their children Payton, Camden, and Sophia of Ankeny,
IA, and Mikayla (Brian) and their children Colby and Cohen of Lenexa, KS. He
was preceded in death by his father, Bill Shiltz; paternal grandparents, George
and Hatie Shiltz; maternal grandparents, Orrin and Vera Hamar; and several
aunts, uncles, cousins, and second cousins.Visitation will be
held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N.
12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672. A memorial service
will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Schmitt Funeral Home in WaKeeney, with interment
afterward at WaKeeney City Cemetery. Memorial contributions
may be made to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas (DSNWK) and sent in
care of Schmitt Funeral Home. Condolences may be
shared at <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>.

Edward 'Ed' Shiltz

David 'Dave' Eugene Hafliger, 77, has gone fishing in the
great beyond. He passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025. He was born in
Hays, KS, on April 6, 1948, to Calvin and Willa “Ruth” (Gordon) Hafliger. On
August 9, 1970, he was united in marriage to Linda Sue Wynn at the Ogallah
Christian Church. Together they cherished 49 years of marriage and raised four
children before her passing in 2020.

Growing up in a stone house south of WaKeeney, KS, he worked
hard on the family farm. Much of his spare time was spent fishing at the nearby
pond or Big Creek River with cousins and friends, where his lifelong love of
hunting and fishing began. In his teen years, Saturday nights often meant
roller skating at the local rink—where he eventually met his beloved Linda Sue.

A graduate of Trego Community High School in 1966, he spent
summers working on a farm in Kingman, KS, before being drafted into the U.S.
Army at age 19. He served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969 and was awarded several
medals, taking special pride in his Marksman (M-14) and Sharpshooter (M-16)
designations. Though he rarely spoke of his time in service, it gave him a
quiet toughness and grit. He later served at Fort Riley, KS, and Fort Polk,
Louisiana, completing his three-year term before enlisting in the U.S. Army
Reserves. His honorable discharge came on March 1, 1974.

Throughout his life he held many jobs to provide for his
family, including driving a milk truck and a fuel truck, welding, roughnecking
in the oil fields, and assisting veterinarians at local sale barns. His
greatest joy, however, came from his role as “Grandpa Dave” or “Old Grandpa.”
He adored his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, attending their
activities whenever possible despite recent health challenges. Each new
grandchild received a fishing pole at birth, a tradition that reflected both
his humor and his love. Known for his straight talk and his signature 'Dave
Style' of poking fun, his way of teasing was always his way of saying, “I love
you.”

Survivors include two sons, Jonathan (Teressa) and Jeffrey
(Michelle); two daughters, Jayme (Charles) Ghumm and Jessica (Tracy) Buchholz;
12 grandchildren: Ethan (Whitney), David (Taylor), Kaitlyn (James), Madison
(William), Aliyah, Aspen, Jacy, Abigail, Emily (Hunter), Bryn (Jaycee), Tyrel,
and Jordyn (David); and 18 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind two
sisters, Sandy (Dave) Schneider and Linda (Verlin) Weber.

Preceding him in death were his wife, Linda; an infant
great-grandson, Garret James Richmeier; his parents, Calvin and Ruth Hafliger;
an infant brother, Larry Hafliger; his in-laws, Carroll and Deryl Wynn; a
brother-in-law, Joseph Braun Jr.; a nephew, Wayne Braun; and a niece, Diane
Henderson.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 11,
2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Ogallah Christian Church, 305 Centre St., Ogallah, KS
67656. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to
the David Hafliger Memorial Fund and sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th
St., WaKeeney, KS 67672. 

To share memories or leave condolences, please
visit <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/9/1758912713760.jpeg" alt="David 'Dave' Eugene Hafliger" />
 <figcaption>David 'Dave' Eugene Hafliger</figcaption>
 </figure>David 'Dave' Eugene Hafliger, 77, has gone fishing in the
great beyond. He passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025. He was born in
Hays, KS, on April 6, 1948, to Calvin and Willa “Ruth” (Gordon) Hafliger. On
August 9, 1970, he was united in marriage to Linda Sue Wynn at the Ogallah
Christian Church. Together they cherished 49 years of marriage and raised four
children before her passing in 2020.Growing up in a stone house south of WaKeeney, KS, he worked
hard on the family farm. Much of his spare time was spent fishing at the nearby
pond or Big Creek River with cousins and friends, where his lifelong love of
hunting and fishing began. In his teen years, Saturday nights often meant
roller skating at the local rink—where he eventually met his beloved Linda Sue.A graduate of Trego Community High School in 1966, he spent
summers working on a farm in Kingman, KS, before being drafted into the U.S.
Army at age 19. He served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969 and was awarded several
medals, taking special pride in his Marksman (M-14) and Sharpshooter (M-16)
designations. Though he rarely spoke of his time in service, it gave him a
quiet toughness and grit. He later served at Fort Riley, KS, and Fort Polk,
Louisiana, completing his three-year term before enlisting in the U.S. Army
Reserves. His honorable discharge came on March 1, 1974.Throughout his life he held many jobs to provide for his
family, including driving a milk truck and a fuel truck, welding, roughnecking
in the oil fields, and assisting veterinarians at local sale barns. His
greatest joy, however, came from his role as “Grandpa Dave” or “Old Grandpa.”
He adored his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, attending their
activities whenever possible despite recent health challenges. Each new
grandchild received a fishing pole at birth, a tradition that reflected both
his humor and his love. Known for his straight talk and his signature 'Dave
Style' of poking fun, his way of teasing was always his way of saying, “I love
you.”Survivors include two sons, Jonathan (Teressa) and Jeffrey
(Michelle); two daughters, Jayme (Charles) Ghumm and Jessica (Tracy) Buchholz;
12 grandchildren: Ethan (Whitney), David (Taylor), Kaitlyn (James), Madison
(William), Aliyah, Aspen, Jacy, Abigail, Emily (Hunter), Bryn (Jaycee), Tyrel,
and Jordyn (David); and 18 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind two
sisters, Sandy (Dave) Schneider and Linda (Verlin) Weber.Preceding him in death were his wife, Linda; an infant
great-grandson, Garret James Richmeier; his parents, Calvin and Ruth Hafliger;
an infant brother, Larry Hafliger; his in-laws, Carroll and Deryl Wynn; a
brother-in-law, Joseph Braun Jr.; a nephew, Wayne Braun; and a niece, Diane
Henderson.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 11,
2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Ogallah Christian Church, 305 Centre St., Ogallah, KS
67656. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to
the David Hafliger Memorial Fund and sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th
St., WaKeeney, KS 67672. To share memories or leave condolences, please
visit <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

David 'Dave' Eugene Hafliger

Christine
Elaine Butler, age 73, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, formerly of Hays, Kansas, passed
away on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/10/1760013987281.jpeg" alt="Christine Elaine Butler" />
 <figcaption>Christine Elaine Butler</figcaption>
 </figure>Christine
Elaine Butler, age 73, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, formerly of Hays, Kansas, passed
away on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She was
born on June 25, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas, to Elmer and Marguerite 'Bunny' (Hoffman) Hildenbrand.
She was a graduate of Wichita Heights High School in 1970 and Fort Hays State
University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree, Chris’s life was defined by
her love for family, community, and the joy she found in connecting with
others. On December 29, 1973, she married Ralph “Buddy” Butler in Wichita,
Kansas, beginning a partnership filled with love, laughter, and adventure.
Chris worked as a learning disabilities teacher in Victoria, Kansas, for 18
years, making a lasting impact on the lives of countless students. She was also
instrumental in helping to run the family business, Professional Rental
Management. Outside of her professional life, Chris’s passions included sewing,
quilting, crafting, cooking, and golfing, hobbies that reflected her creative
spirit. She especially loved traveling, with Mexico being a frequent
destination where she and Buddy enjoyed many cherished vacations.
Above all, Chris’s true joy came from being a wife, mother, and grandmother.
Her family was her heart and soul. She will be remembered for her vibrant
personality, warmth, and the way she effortlessly brought people together. Her
sense of humor, her caring nature, and her unwavering devotion to her loved
ones made her a beloved figure in every community she was a part of.
Chris is survived by her loving husband, Buddy, of Sun Lakes, Arizona; sons,
Michael Butler of Hays, Brian Butler and wife Samantha and their children, Lily
and Ian, all of Hays; a brother-in-law, Frank Butler and wife Grace of Sun
Lakes, Arizona; nephews Bill Butler (Claire) of Frisco, Colorado, Bob Butler
(Christy) of Richardson, Texas, and niece Becky Barton (Mike) of Madison, Ohio;
grandchildren Trenton Hendrix (Sneads Ferry, NC), Lacey Elkins of San Diego,
and Jackson Elkins of Hays.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Marguerite “Bunny”
Hildenbrand. A celebration of Chris’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 11,
2025, with a memorial visitation beginning at 10:00 AM until service time, at
Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS
67601.
Following the services a celebration gathering will take place at Smoky Hill
Country Club, 3303 Hall Street.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the FHSU
Foundation, where a scholarship will be established in Chris’s honor.
Please share your memories of Chris on her tribute page at [<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>](<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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