Donald Lee Wierman, age 70, of Hays, Kansas,&nbsp; passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, in Hays. He was born August 12, 1951, in McCracken, Kansas, to William H. and Alvina G. Wierman. He attended and graduated from Hays High School. Donald was a professional musician and highly respected and requested Sound Engineer working with many big name acts. Donald is part of the Kansas Music Hall of Fame through his association with the bands, &nbsp;Tempest, The Soul Express and The Beast. Aside from his love of music he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Donald is survived by a daughter, Molly Wierman of Concord, Massachusetts; two brothers, Bill and Terry Wierman of Hays and a sister, Sheila Sander of Woodward, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Missy Wierman and his parents. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Inurnment will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery, McCracken, Kansas. Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>.

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 </figure>Donald Lee Wierman, age 70, of Hays, Kansas,&nbsp; passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, in Hays. He was born August 12, 1951, in McCracken, Kansas, to William H. and Alvina G. Wierman. He attended and graduated from Hays High School. Donald was a professional musician and highly respected and requested Sound Engineer working with many big name acts. Donald is part of the Kansas Music Hall of Fame through his association with the bands, &nbsp;Tempest, The Soul Express and The Beast. Aside from his love of music he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Donald is survived by a daughter, Molly Wierman of Concord, Massachusetts; two brothers, Bill and Terry Wierman of Hays and a sister, Sheila Sander of Woodward, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Missy Wierman and his parents. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Inurnment will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery, McCracken, Kansas. Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>.

Donald Lee Wierman

Eileen Marie (Kogl) Unger was born on July 16, 1938, south of Herndon, 
Kansas. She was the fourth of five children born to Clemens J. and 
Alvina A. (Nehring) Kogl. She entered eternal life on January 23, 2022, 
at the age of 83 following a mighty battle against a long-time illness. 
Eileen attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated salutatorian 
from Herndon High School in 1956. To her friends and family, she was 
known as Toots. 
On July 27, 1957, she married her one true love, Charles Edward Unger, 
at the Assumption of Mary Catholic Church (St. Mary’s) in Herndon, and 
they made their home on a farm north of town for almost 65 years of 
marriage. To this union, six children were born. Eileen was a true 
farmwife and could hand milk a cow faster than the milking machine, ride
 a horse to move cattle, catch and tag baby calves, raise pigs, and 
drive truck during harvest. 
Eileen was baptized into the Catholic faith at St. Mary’s where she 
received the sacraments of Confession, Holy Eucharist, Confirmation and 
Matrimony. She had a devout and strong faith, was an active member of 
the St. Mary’s Christian Mothers Altar Society, served on various church
 committees and taught CCD religious education. She especially enjoyed 
the friendship of the Casserole Club ladies. 
Eileen loved to travel, including a trip to London, England. She loved 
to read and enjoyed trading books with her reading buddies. She was a 
tough competitor in cards and board games and was an avid football fan 
with her favorite teams being Kansas State and the Kansas City Chiefs. 
Eileen is survived by her husband, Charles; her children and their 
spouses: Jeffrey James (Marilyn) Unger, Margaret “Peggy” Susan (Kent) 
Been, Dr. Beverly Ann (Tom) Zipfel, Pamela Marie Anderson, Karen Renee 
(Scott) Elliott, and Valerie Jo (Rob) Rogers; six grandchildren: 
Clarissa Unger, Nicholas Rogers, Andrew Rogers, Dr. Amy (Brian) Bennett,
 Matthew Zipfel, and Allison (Jonathan) Hislop; three 
great-grandchildren: Felicity, Christopher and Adelaide; siblings: 
Dorothy Reinert and Tom (Jean) Kogl; in-laws: James R. (Carole) Unger, 
Shirley Barenberg, Virgil (Cathy) Unger, and Roma (Bruce) Murdoch; many 
nieces and nephews, lifetime friend Myrna Pettera, special family friend
 and “little brother” Fr. Kerry Ninemire, as well as many neighbors and 
friends. 
Eileen was preceded in death by her parents; her in-laws Edmund and 
Bertha Unger; siblings Clemens (Rose Marie) Kogl and Melvin (Regis) 
Kogl; brothers-in-law Pete Reinert, Kenneth Unger, Larry Barenberg, and 
Jerry Wallman; nephew Gary Reinert and niece Marie Moore. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 27, 
2022, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Herndon. A rosary 
will be prayed prior to the funeral mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment will 
follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made
 to the Eileen Unger Memorial Fund for future gifts to be made by the 
family and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Eileen Marie (Kogl) Unger was born on July 16, 1938, south of Herndon, 
Kansas. She was the fourth of five children born to Clemens J. and 
Alvina A. (Nehring) Kogl. She entered eternal life on January 23, 2022, 
at the age of 83 following a mighty battle against a long-time illness. 
Eileen attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated salutatorian 
from Herndon High School in 1956. To her friends and family, she was 
known as Toots. 
On July 27, 1957, she married her one true love, Charles Edward Unger, 
at the Assumption of Mary Catholic Church (St. Mary’s) in Herndon, and 
they made their home on a farm north of town for almost 65 years of 
marriage. To this union, six children were born. Eileen was a true 
farmwife and could hand milk a cow faster than the milking machine, ride
 a horse to move cattle, catch and tag baby calves, raise pigs, and 
drive truck during harvest. 
Eileen was baptized into the Catholic faith at St. Mary’s where she 
received the sacraments of Confession, Holy Eucharist, Confirmation and 
Matrimony. She had a devout and strong faith, was an active member of 
the St. Mary’s Christian Mothers Altar Society, served on various church
 committees and taught CCD religious education. She especially enjoyed 
the friendship of the Casserole Club ladies. 
Eileen loved to travel, including a trip to London, England. She loved 
to read and enjoyed trading books with her reading buddies. She was a 
tough competitor in cards and board games and was an avid football fan 
with her favorite teams being Kansas State and the Kansas City Chiefs. 
Eileen is survived by her husband, Charles; her children and their 
spouses: Jeffrey James (Marilyn) Unger, Margaret “Peggy” Susan (Kent) 
Been, Dr. Beverly Ann (Tom) Zipfel, Pamela Marie Anderson, Karen Renee 
(Scott) Elliott, and Valerie Jo (Rob) Rogers; six grandchildren: 
Clarissa Unger, Nicholas Rogers, Andrew Rogers, Dr. Amy (Brian) Bennett,
 Matthew Zipfel, and Allison (Jonathan) Hislop; three 
great-grandchildren: Felicity, Christopher and Adelaide; siblings: 
Dorothy Reinert and Tom (Jean) Kogl; in-laws: James R. (Carole) Unger, 
Shirley Barenberg, Virgil (Cathy) Unger, and Roma (Bruce) Murdoch; many 
nieces and nephews, lifetime friend Myrna Pettera, special family friend
 and “little brother” Fr. Kerry Ninemire, as well as many neighbors and 
friends. 
Eileen was preceded in death by her parents; her in-laws Edmund and 
Bertha Unger; siblings Clemens (Rose Marie) Kogl and Melvin (Regis) 
Kogl; brothers-in-law Pete Reinert, Kenneth Unger, Larry Barenberg, and 
Jerry Wallman; nephew Gary Reinert and niece Marie Moore. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 27, 
2022, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Herndon. A rosary 
will be prayed prior to the funeral mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment will 
follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made
 to the Eileen Unger Memorial Fund for future gifts to be made by the 
family and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Eileen Marie (Kogl) Unger

Ronald L. Davis Sr., 74, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022, in 
Salina. He was born April 26, 1947, in Clay Center, KS to Wayne and 
Imogene (Stettnisch) Davis.

After graduating high school, Ron served in the United States Army.
 He married Barbara Andrews in Manhattan on August 27, 1967. Following 
his service, Ron enrolled at Cloud County Community College where he 
played basketball. He finished his schooling and basketball career at 
Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS and took his first and only teaching 
job at Ellsworth High School. He retired from teaching and coaching 
after 35 years at Ellsworth High School. He was also a longtime member 
of the First Presbyterian Church of Ellsworth.

Ron is survived by his wife Barbara of Ellsworth; sons, Ronald 
Davis, Jr. (Dina) of Ellsworth, Chad Davis (Ericka) of Ellsworth, and 
Bryce Davis (Laurel) of Ellsworth; daughter, Niki Davis of Ellsworth; 
“Papa” to grandchildren, Connor, Kaden, Kolby, Drew, Emersyn, Dawson, 
Hadleigh, Oaklynn, and Dayton; and sister, Norma Jean Davis of Kansas 
City, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Sue Bryson 
and Arlene “Sis” Thurlow; and grandchildren, Wayne, Neva, and Forrest.

Visitation/book signing: 1-8 p.m., Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 
Parsons Funeral Home. Family will be present to greet visitors 6-8 p.m.

Memorial service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 29, 2022, at First 
Presbyterian Church, Ellsworth. Inurnment will follow at Ellsworth 
Memorial Cemetery with military honors.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellsworth County Cancer 
Fund or First Presbyterian Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, Box 45, 
Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald L. Davis Sr., 74, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022, in 
Salina. He was born April 26, 1947, in Clay Center, KS to Wayne and 
Imogene (Stettnisch) Davis.After graduating high school, Ron served in the United States Army.
 He married Barbara Andrews in Manhattan on August 27, 1967. Following 
his service, Ron enrolled at Cloud County Community College where he 
played basketball. He finished his schooling and basketball career at 
Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS and took his first and only teaching 
job at Ellsworth High School. He retired from teaching and coaching 
after 35 years at Ellsworth High School. He was also a longtime member 
of the First Presbyterian Church of Ellsworth.Ron is survived by his wife Barbara of Ellsworth; sons, Ronald 
Davis, Jr. (Dina) of Ellsworth, Chad Davis (Ericka) of Ellsworth, and 
Bryce Davis (Laurel) of Ellsworth; daughter, Niki Davis of Ellsworth; 
“Papa” to grandchildren, Connor, Kaden, Kolby, Drew, Emersyn, Dawson, 
Hadleigh, Oaklynn, and Dayton; and sister, Norma Jean Davis of Kansas 
City, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Sue Bryson 
and Arlene “Sis” Thurlow; and grandchildren, Wayne, Neva, and Forrest.Visitation/book signing: 1-8 p.m., Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 
Parsons Funeral Home. Family will be present to greet visitors 6-8 p.m.Memorial service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 29, 2022, at First 
Presbyterian Church, Ellsworth. Inurnment will follow at Ellsworth 
Memorial Cemetery with military honors.Memorial contributions may be made to the Ellsworth County Cancer 
Fund or First Presbyterian Church, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, Box 45, 
Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Ronald L. Davis Sr.

Robert A. Rein, age 81, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021, 
in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on July 13, 1940, in Sugar City, 
Colorado, the son of Henry and Marie Herman Rein Jr.&nbsp; A resident of 
Scott City, Kansas since 1975 moving from Sugar City, Colorado, he was 
an advertising salesman for the Hi-Plains Journal and B&amp;B 
Advertising.

He was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City, Kansas.

On September 11, 1964, he married Shirley J. Hasty in Roswell, New 
Mexico.&nbsp; She passed away on October 7, 2013, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include his Two Daughters - Charlene Murphy of Paola, 
Kansas, Teresa &amp; Scott Noll of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - 
Alvin Rein of Fowler, Colorado, One Sister - Janice Rogers of Fowler 
Colorado, and Five Grandchildren - Legacy Murphy of Paola, Kansas, 
Amelia Noll, Alivia Noll, Avery Noll and Addison Noll of Scott City, 
Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, Wife, One Son - Bryan Rein, One Brother - Ronnie Rein, and One Sister Eleanor Schiro.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am&nbsp;on Saturday, January 29, 
2022, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with Steve 
Payne presiding.

Memorials can be written to the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in care of
 Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Robert A. Rein, age 81, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021, 
in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on July 13, 1940, in Sugar City, 
Colorado, the son of Henry and Marie Herman Rein Jr.&nbsp; A resident of 
Scott City, Kansas since 1975 moving from Sugar City, Colorado, he was 
an advertising salesman for the Hi-Plains Journal and B&amp;B 
Advertising.He was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Scott City, Kansas.On September 11, 1964, he married Shirley J. Hasty in Roswell, New 
Mexico.&nbsp; She passed away on October 7, 2013, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include his Two Daughters - Charlene Murphy of Paola, 
Kansas, Teresa &amp; Scott Noll of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother - 
Alvin Rein of Fowler, Colorado, One Sister - Janice Rogers of Fowler 
Colorado, and Five Grandchildren - Legacy Murphy of Paola, Kansas, 
Amelia Noll, Alivia Noll, Avery Noll and Addison Noll of Scott City, 
Kansas.He was preceded in death by his Parents, Wife, One Son - Bryan Rein, One Brother - Ronnie Rein, and One Sister Eleanor Schiro.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am&nbsp;on Saturday, January 29, 
2022, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with Steve 
Payne presiding.Memorials can be written to the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in care of
 Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.There will be no calling times.

Robert A. Rein

Brenda Lee Carpenter, 82, passed away January 13, 2022, at the Healthcare Resort of Kansas City, Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was born February 27, 1939, in Larned; the daughter of George and 
Rotha Lee Pryor. Brenda was a longtime area resident.&nbsp; She grew up in 
Ellinwood, graduated from Ellinwood High School, lived in Larned and 
moved to Lansing, KS in 1997.&nbsp; She was the office manager for Pawnee 
Beef Builders, in Larned and later worked as a library aide and a 
secretary for the Leavenworth School District.

She was a member of Kappa Psi sorority in Larned, Kansas.

She was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan, loved going to Las
 Vegas with her sisters, and enjoyed spending time with her family.

Survivors include; former spouse and father of her children, Thaine 
Carpenter; three sons, Kale (Julie) Carpenter, Topeka; Troy Carpenter, 
Leavenworth and Kyler Carpenter, Topeka; a daughter, Teri (Gary) 
Beashore, Kansas City, KS; a sister, Dede Collier, California; four 
grandchildren, Amber Carpenter, Taylor Beashore, Blake Beashore, and 
Trevor Carpenter; and two great grandchildren, Tyonna Jones and A’laysha
 Kemp.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Kristi Carpenter, her parents; her brother, Dub Pryor and her sister Vickie Befort.

Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. 
Monday, January 31, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Jarred 
Smith presiding.&nbsp; Family kindly requests those in attendance to please 
wear a mask.&nbsp; Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to; Alzheimer’s Association, in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences
 may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Brenda Lee Carpenter, 82, passed away January 13, 2022, at the Healthcare Resort of Kansas City, Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;She was born February 27, 1939, in Larned; the daughter of George and 
Rotha Lee Pryor. Brenda was a longtime area resident.&nbsp; She grew up in 
Ellinwood, graduated from Ellinwood High School, lived in Larned and 
moved to Lansing, KS in 1997.&nbsp; She was the office manager for Pawnee 
Beef Builders, in Larned and later worked as a library aide and a 
secretary for the Leavenworth School District.She was a member of Kappa Psi sorority in Larned, Kansas.She was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan, loved going to Las
 Vegas with her sisters, and enjoyed spending time with her family.Survivors include; former spouse and father of her children, Thaine 
Carpenter; three sons, Kale (Julie) Carpenter, Topeka; Troy Carpenter, 
Leavenworth and Kyler Carpenter, Topeka; a daughter, Teri (Gary) 
Beashore, Kansas City, KS; a sister, Dede Collier, California; four 
grandchildren, Amber Carpenter, Taylor Beashore, Blake Beashore, and 
Trevor Carpenter; and two great grandchildren, Tyonna Jones and A’laysha
 Kemp.She was preceded in death by her daughter Kristi Carpenter, her parents; her brother, Dub Pryor and her sister Vickie Befort.Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. 
Monday, January 31, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Jarred 
Smith presiding.&nbsp; Family kindly requests those in attendance to please 
wear a mask.&nbsp; Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.Memorials may be given to; Alzheimer’s Association, in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences
 may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Brenda Lee Carpenter

Logan resident Roger L. Grammon passed away Monday, January 24, 2022, at the Logan Manor in Logan, KS at the age of 67.

He was born July 5, 1954, in Smith Center, Kansas, the son of Keith and Velda (Campbell) Grammon.

Survivors include his three sons Wayne and wife Valorie of Hays, KS, 
Gregory and wife Shannon of Russell, KS, and Ward Grammon of 
Phillipsburg, KS; two brothers Paul and wife Deb of Logan, KS and Larry 
and wife Rose of Myrtle Creek, OR; a sister Beverly Hockman and husband 
Robert of Salina, KS; and four grandchildren Kendra, Janelle, Aaron, and
 Akira.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be this Wednesday, January 26th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Logan Funeral Home, Logan, KS with Pastor Troy Buss officiating.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Funeral-Service---Cemetery/Olliff-Boeve-Memorial-Chapel-158648587502325/">The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.</a>

The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Logan Manor.

Logan Funeral Home, 102 E. Church Street, Logan, KS 67646 is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Logan resident Roger L. Grammon passed away Monday, January 24, 2022, at the Logan Manor in Logan, KS at the age of 67.He was born July 5, 1954, in Smith Center, Kansas, the son of Keith and Velda (Campbell) Grammon.Survivors include his three sons Wayne and wife Valorie of Hays, KS, 
Gregory and wife Shannon of Russell, KS, and Ward Grammon of 
Phillipsburg, KS; two brothers Paul and wife Deb of Logan, KS and Larry 
and wife Rose of Myrtle Creek, OR; a sister Beverly Hockman and husband 
Robert of Salina, KS; and four grandchildren Kendra, Janelle, Aaron, and
 Akira.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be this Wednesday, January 26th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Logan Funeral Home, Logan, KS with Pastor Troy Buss officiating.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Funeral-Service---Cemetery/Olliff-Boeve-Memorial-Chapel-158648587502325/">The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.</a>The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the Logan Manor.Logan Funeral Home, 102 E. Church Street, Logan, KS 67646 is in charge of arrangements.

Roger L. Grammon

Tuesday, March 20th, 1990-Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

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Mark Alan Green

April 18, 1936
 -
 January 20, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

April 18, 1936
 -
 January 20, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Wayne Leroy Garrett

Leslie Marvin “Les” Randa, 61, La Crosse, died Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at his home.

He was born September 24, 1960, in La 
Crosse, the son of Marvin and Mary Ann (Herrman) Randa.&nbsp; Leslie was a 
1978 graduate of La Crosse High School.&nbsp; In 1981, he was united in 
marriage to Melissa (Ruder) Irwin.&nbsp; They later divorced.&nbsp; His 
memberships included St. Joseph Catholic Church in Liebenthal and the La
 Crosse Knights of Columbus Council #2970.&nbsp; Leslie worked as a roofing 
contractor and at Cross Manufacturing.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing, gardening, 
canning, and cooking, especially Volga German recipes.&nbsp; His hobbies 
included drawing, writing, and coin collecting.&nbsp; Leslie was an avid 
sports fan, loved watching his sons play sports, was proud of his family
 heritage, and loved time with his family and grandchildren.

Survivors include his four sons: Aaron 
Randa, Christopher Randa and wife Tafra, Bryan Randa and wife Brooke, 
and David Randa and wife Krystal, all of Hays, a daughter: Savannah 
Randa of Hays, two brothers: Ronald Randa of Hays and Lyle Randa and 
wife Amy of Wichita, five sisters: Linda Gottschalk and husband Loren of
 Basehor, Doris Scheideman and husband Kent of Haysville, Marilyn Randa 
of Derby, Nadine Foreman and husband Steve of Haysville, and Pamela
 Winkler and husband Robert of Charleston, SC, a sister-in-law: Barbara 
Randa of Huntsville, AL, and eleven grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his life partner: Constance R. Malcom, and his brother: Gary Randa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
11:00 am on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
Liebenthal with Fr. Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in 
the church cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:30 pm until 7:30 on 
Wednesday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 10:00 am until 
service time on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30
 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 pm, all on 
Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Randa 
Memorial Fund for funeral expenses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Leslie 
may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Leslie Marvin “Les” Randa, 61, La Crosse, died Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at his home.He was born September 24, 1960, in La 
Crosse, the son of Marvin and Mary Ann (Herrman) Randa.&nbsp; Leslie was a 
1978 graduate of La Crosse High School.&nbsp; In 1981, he was united in 
marriage to Melissa (Ruder) Irwin.&nbsp; They later divorced.&nbsp; His 
memberships included St. Joseph Catholic Church in Liebenthal and the La
 Crosse Knights of Columbus Council #2970.&nbsp; Leslie worked as a roofing 
contractor and at Cross Manufacturing.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing, gardening, 
canning, and cooking, especially Volga German recipes.&nbsp; His hobbies 
included drawing, writing, and coin collecting.&nbsp; Leslie was an avid 
sports fan, loved watching his sons play sports, was proud of his family
 heritage, and loved time with his family and grandchildren.Survivors include his four sons: Aaron 
Randa, Christopher Randa and wife Tafra, Bryan Randa and wife Brooke, 
and David Randa and wife Krystal, all of Hays, a daughter: Savannah 
Randa of Hays, two brothers: Ronald Randa of Hays and Lyle Randa and 
wife Amy of Wichita, five sisters: Linda Gottschalk and husband Loren of
 Basehor, Doris Scheideman and husband Kent of Haysville, Marilyn Randa 
of Derby, Nadine Foreman and husband Steve of Haysville, and Pamela
 Winkler and husband Robert of Charleston, SC, a sister-in-law: Barbara 
Randa of Huntsville, AL, and eleven grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, his life partner: Constance R. Malcom, and his brother: Gary Randa.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
11:00 am on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
Liebenthal with Fr. Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in 
the church cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:30 pm until 7:30 on 
Wednesday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 10:00 am until 
service time on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30
 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 pm, all on 
Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Randa 
Memorial Fund for funeral expenses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Leslie 
may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Leslie Marvin 'Les' Randa

Carol Jean Johnson, age 72, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022.&nbsp;

Carol was born March 29th, 1949, in Brush, Colorado, to Arthur and 
Martha (Richard) Perizzolo. &nbsp;She spent her childhood in the Brush and 
Fort Collins area, graduating in 1967 from Jefferson High School in 
Edgewater, Colorado. &nbsp;On November 16, 1969, Carol married Leon Johnson in
 Denver, CO. &nbsp;Shortly after they welcomed a boy, Leon (Doug). &nbsp;In 1971 
the couple moved to Goodland where they welcomed their daughter, Jeanne.
 &nbsp;Carol spent the following years providing daycare for many including 
her Grandchildren. &nbsp;She enjoyed spending time and attending events first
 with Doug and Jeanne and later with her Grandchildren. &nbsp;

Carol is survived by her son, Doug (Shauna) of Goodland; daughter, 
Jeanne Stasser of Goodland; sisters, Kay Perizzolo (Bob Weimer) of Fort 
Morgan, CO, Toni (Buddy) Williams of Goodland, and Pam (Lawrence) 
Randall of Torrington, WY; brother, Barry Perizzolo of Grandby, CO; 
Grandchildren, Coy Johnson of Victoria, KS, Dusty Johnson of Dallas TX, 
Chase Johnson, Alyson Gotchall, Jordan Garza, Blake Stasser, Tristen 
Stasser and Clayton Stasser of Goodland; great grandchildren, Logan, 
Jameson, Lio and Conor; and many other family and friends. &nbsp;

For information and online condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com.

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

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 </figure>Carol Jean Johnson, age 72, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022.&nbsp;Carol was born March 29th, 1949, in Brush, Colorado, to Arthur and 
Martha (Richard) Perizzolo. &nbsp;She spent her childhood in the Brush and 
Fort Collins area, graduating in 1967 from Jefferson High School in 
Edgewater, Colorado. &nbsp;On November 16, 1969, Carol married Leon Johnson in
 Denver, CO. &nbsp;Shortly after they welcomed a boy, Leon (Doug). &nbsp;In 1971 
the couple moved to Goodland where they welcomed their daughter, Jeanne.
 &nbsp;Carol spent the following years providing daycare for many including 
her Grandchildren. &nbsp;She enjoyed spending time and attending events first
 with Doug and Jeanne and later with her Grandchildren. &nbsp;Carol is survived by her son, Doug (Shauna) of Goodland; daughter, 
Jeanne Stasser of Goodland; sisters, Kay Perizzolo (Bob Weimer) of Fort 
Morgan, CO, Toni (Buddy) Williams of Goodland, and Pam (Lawrence) 
Randall of Torrington, WY; brother, Barry Perizzolo of Grandby, CO; 
Grandchildren, Coy Johnson of Victoria, KS, Dusty Johnson of Dallas TX, 
Chase Johnson, Alyson Gotchall, Jordan Garza, Blake Stasser, Tristen 
Stasser and Clayton Stasser of Goodland; great grandchildren, Logan, 
Jameson, Lio and Conor; and many other family and friends. &nbsp;For information and online condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Carol-Johnson">HERE</a> for service details.

Carol Jean Johnson

Larry Joe “LJ” Enfield Jr., son of Larry Joe Sr. and Dorothy 
(Bateman) Enfield, was born March 25, 1963, in Pratt, Kansas, on his 
mother's birthday and passed away at his home in Norton, Kansas, on 
January 20, 2022, at the age of 58.
 Larry grew up in Norton and attended Washington/Eisenhower 
Elementary School, Norton Jr. High and was a 1981 Graduate of Norton 
Community High School. After high school, he attended Kansas City Kansas
 Community College for Mortuary Science. LJ married his high school 
sweetheart, Diana Jo Boston, on July 17, 1982, at the Norton Christian 
Church with her dad and brother officiating. Following their marriage, 
they returned to Kansas City to finish their college education. LJ 
graduated from KCKCC with an Associate Degree of Science in May 1983, at
 which time they returned to Norton where they joined the family 
business and began working for his father, Larry Sr., at Enfield Funeral
 Home. In August 2008, LJ and Diana purchased the funeral home from his
 father and owned/operated the business until their retirement in 
January 2021. They spent their year of retirement traveling and 
enjoying quality time with their family and friends. Special trips were
 made to Colorado to go four-wheeling in the mountains with family near 
Leadville and watching the elk rut in Estes Park. LJ might not have 
been the traditional church-goer but he was a man of great belief and 
faith in God and he knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that he would be 
going to meet his Lord and Savior.
 LJ was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Norton, 
National Funeral Directors Association and Kansas Funeral Directors 
Association, where he served as the board President in 2007-2008. He had
 also been active in Pheasants Forever, Men’s Golf, and the Norton Car 
Club. Larry served his community in many ways over the years, not only 
as the local funeral director but he served on the Norton County 
Sheriff’s Reserves and for 25 years he volunteered for the Norton City 
Fire Dept., where he retired as Captain. LJ's Grandpa Dan instilled a 
love of nature, hunting, fishing and camping in his young grandson, 
which he, in turn, passed on to his sons and grandchildren. LJ loved 
being outdoors and he loved people. His favorite times were spent with 
family and friends out hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling to name a
 few. Extra special trips were elk hunting and Canadian or Alaskan 
fishing trips with his kids and friends. Together, LJ and Diana 
traveled extensively with friends whether it was to conventions for the 
NFDA or cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, and the Mediterranean where 
they made lifelong friends from Oregon. In more recent years, they 
enjoyed trips to the Florida Keys to relax and fish with Norton friends 
and going to the Daytona 500 races with dear friends from North Dakota. 
 LJ loved to cook and BBQ and enjoyed sharing what he made. He was a 
social butterfly and could be found most days at 110 or the golf course 
visiting with friends making sure there was laughter and love. During 
the summers since the boys were little, they could be found camping and 
boating at the lake with family and friends. He was teased about being 
the camp greeter as he never met a stranger. He would say his greatest 
accomplishment in life by far was his family. He and Diana spent 40+ 
years together and would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary 
in July. He was so very proud of the men his two boys had become as 
husbands and fathers and the beautiful girls they chose to share their 
lives. He never considered the girls as in-laws but told everyone he 
had two sons and two daughters. They were his girls. A most special 
part of his life began in 2007, when he became a grandpa! He was "Papa" 
to four boys and two girls who were his whole world and they will miss 
him more than anyone.
 Survivors include: his wife of 39 years, Diana, of their home in 
Norton; his children, Jody and Jessica Enfield, of Norton, and Andy and 
Charli Enfield, of Norton; grandchildren: Trevan, Caden, Ethan, Logan, 
Delaney, and Kinlee Enfield, all of Norton; his father-in-law, Darel 
Boston, of Norton; two brothers, Brock (Jodi) Ellis and Scott (Darla) 
Ellis, all of Norton; one sister, Honor (Greg) Smith, of McPherson, 
Kansas, and their families; brother-in-law, Dean (Julie) Boston, North 
Richland Hills, Texas; aunts, Carolyn (Bill) Graves, Ellsworth, Kansas; 
Louise (Allan) Schnitkker and Gail Dancaster, all of Pratt, Kansas; 
uncles, Dannie (Jane) Enfield, Omaha, Nebraska; Gary Dean Enfield, 
Salina, Kansas; Bud and Ted Bateman, Ed (Sue) Batemen, Tulsa, Oklahoma; 
 many nieces, nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews, cousins, 
other relatives and a host of dear friends. He is also survived by his 
mother, Dorothy (Tom) Webb, of Pratt; sisters, Debb (Donovan) Wallgren, 
Phillipsburg, Kansas; and Anissa (Jerry) Sonntag, Hays, Kansas, and 
their families. He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, 
Larry, Sr. and Vicki Enfield and mother-in-law, Jo Ann Boston, his 
paternal grandparents, Mae and Joe Millen and Vincent L. Enfield, and 
his maternal grandparents, Fannie and Clarence "Dan" Dancaster, one 
uncle, Harley Dancaster and one cousin, Derek Bateman.
 Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, January 27, 2022, at
 the Pavilion at Prairie Dog State Park (please dress accordingly and 
bring a lawn chair as the service venue is outdoors). Burial will follow
 at the Norton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3-7:00 pm Wednesday, 
January 26, at the funeral home in Norton. Memorial contributions may be
 made to the Prairie Dog State Park or OK Kids Day and sent in care of 
Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. 
Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Larry Joe “LJ” Enfield Jr., son of Larry Joe Sr. and Dorothy 
(Bateman) Enfield, was born March 25, 1963, in Pratt, Kansas, on his 
mother's birthday and passed away at his home in Norton, Kansas, on 
January 20, 2022, at the age of 58.
 Larry grew up in Norton and attended Washington/Eisenhower 
Elementary School, Norton Jr. High and was a 1981 Graduate of Norton 
Community High School. After high school, he attended Kansas City Kansas
 Community College for Mortuary Science. LJ married his high school 
sweetheart, Diana Jo Boston, on July 17, 1982, at the Norton Christian 
Church with her dad and brother officiating. Following their marriage, 
they returned to Kansas City to finish their college education. LJ 
graduated from KCKCC with an Associate Degree of Science in May 1983, at
 which time they returned to Norton where they joined the family 
business and began working for his father, Larry Sr., at Enfield Funeral
 Home. In August 2008, LJ and Diana purchased the funeral home from his
 father and owned/operated the business until their retirement in 
January 2021. They spent their year of retirement traveling and 
enjoying quality time with their family and friends. Special trips were
 made to Colorado to go four-wheeling in the mountains with family near 
Leadville and watching the elk rut in Estes Park. LJ might not have 
been the traditional church-goer but he was a man of great belief and 
faith in God and he knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that he would be 
going to meet his Lord and Savior.
 LJ was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Norton, 
National Funeral Directors Association and Kansas Funeral Directors 
Association, where he served as the board President in 2007-2008. He had
 also been active in Pheasants Forever, Men’s Golf, and the Norton Car 
Club. Larry served his community in many ways over the years, not only 
as the local funeral director but he served on the Norton County 
Sheriff’s Reserves and for 25 years he volunteered for the Norton City 
Fire Dept., where he retired as Captain. LJ's Grandpa Dan instilled a 
love of nature, hunting, fishing and camping in his young grandson, 
which he, in turn, passed on to his sons and grandchildren. LJ loved 
being outdoors and he loved people. His favorite times were spent with 
family and friends out hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling to name a
 few. Extra special trips were elk hunting and Canadian or Alaskan 
fishing trips with his kids and friends. Together, LJ and Diana 
traveled extensively with friends whether it was to conventions for the 
NFDA or cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, and the Mediterranean where 
they made lifelong friends from Oregon. In more recent years, they 
enjoyed trips to the Florida Keys to relax and fish with Norton friends 
and going to the Daytona 500 races with dear friends from North Dakota. 
 LJ loved to cook and BBQ and enjoyed sharing what he made. He was a 
social butterfly and could be found most days at 110 or the golf course 
visiting with friends making sure there was laughter and love. During 
the summers since the boys were little, they could be found camping and 
boating at the lake with family and friends. He was teased about being 
the camp greeter as he never met a stranger. He would say his greatest 
accomplishment in life by far was his family. He and Diana spent 40+ 
years together and would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary 
in July. He was so very proud of the men his two boys had become as 
husbands and fathers and the beautiful girls they chose to share their 
lives. He never considered the girls as in-laws but told everyone he 
had two sons and two daughters. They were his girls. A most special 
part of his life began in 2007, when he became a grandpa! He was "Papa" 
to four boys and two girls who were his whole world and they will miss 
him more than anyone.
 Survivors include: his wife of 39 years, Diana, of their home in 
Norton; his children, Jody and Jessica Enfield, of Norton, and Andy and 
Charli Enfield, of Norton; grandchildren: Trevan, Caden, Ethan, Logan, 
Delaney, and Kinlee Enfield, all of Norton; his father-in-law, Darel 
Boston, of Norton; two brothers, Brock (Jodi) Ellis and Scott (Darla) 
Ellis, all of Norton; one sister, Honor (Greg) Smith, of McPherson, 
Kansas, and their families; brother-in-law, Dean (Julie) Boston, North 
Richland Hills, Texas; aunts, Carolyn (Bill) Graves, Ellsworth, Kansas; 
Louise (Allan) Schnitkker and Gail Dancaster, all of Pratt, Kansas; 
uncles, Dannie (Jane) Enfield, Omaha, Nebraska; Gary Dean Enfield, 
Salina, Kansas; Bud and Ted Bateman, Ed (Sue) Batemen, Tulsa, Oklahoma; 
 many nieces, nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews, cousins, 
other relatives and a host of dear friends. He is also survived by his 
mother, Dorothy (Tom) Webb, of Pratt; sisters, Debb (Donovan) Wallgren, 
Phillipsburg, Kansas; and Anissa (Jerry) Sonntag, Hays, Kansas, and 
their families. He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, 
Larry, Sr. and Vicki Enfield and mother-in-law, Jo Ann Boston, his 
paternal grandparents, Mae and Joe Millen and Vincent L. Enfield, and 
his maternal grandparents, Fannie and Clarence "Dan" Dancaster, one 
uncle, Harley Dancaster and one cousin, Derek Bateman.
 Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, January 27, 2022, at
 the Pavilion at Prairie Dog State Park (please dress accordingly and 
bring a lawn chair as the service venue is outdoors). Burial will follow
 at the Norton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3-7:00 pm Wednesday, 
January 26, at the funeral home in Norton. Memorial contributions may be
 made to the Prairie Dog State Park or OK Kids Day and sent in care of 
Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. 
Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Larry Joe 'LJ' Enfield Jr.

Terrell Edward "Terry" Bonnett, 65, of Topeka, KS formerly of Norton, KS
 passed away January 21, 2022, at his home in Topeka. He was born 
September 10, 1956, in Osceola, IA to Dale Edward and Leila Elizabeth 
(Russell) Bonnett.
 Terry grew up in Osceola, IA and was a 1974 Graduate of Clarke 
Community High School. He then went on to attend York College in York, 
NE, where he met his wife, Patti. Terry married Patti Persinger on 
January 2, 1976, in Norton, KS, where they settled and farmed for many 
years. He had a dedicated career of 31 years of service in the 
Quartermaster Corps., enlisting in the Kansas Army National Guard in 
1985 and retiring in 2016 as a CW4.
 Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Elizabeth 
Bonnett and daughters, Holly and April Bonnett. He is survived by his 
wife, Patti, of the home in Topeka; daughters, Amber Bonnett of Topeka 
and Aubrey (Alex) VanderHamm of Newcastle, WA and sisters, Sherri Lange 
of Clive, IA and Vicki (Russ) Flaherty of Murray, IA.
 Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, January 29, 2022, at
 Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Burial 
will follow at the Norton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8:00 pm 
Friday, January 28, at the funeral home. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com

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 </figure>Terrell Edward "Terry" Bonnett, 65, of Topeka, KS formerly of Norton, KS
 passed away January 21, 2022, at his home in Topeka. He was born 
September 10, 1956, in Osceola, IA to Dale Edward and Leila Elizabeth 
(Russell) Bonnett.
 Terry grew up in Osceola, IA and was a 1974 Graduate of Clarke 
Community High School. He then went on to attend York College in York, 
NE, where he met his wife, Patti. Terry married Patti Persinger on 
January 2, 1976, in Norton, KS, where they settled and farmed for many 
years. He had a dedicated career of 31 years of service in the 
Quartermaster Corps., enlisting in the Kansas Army National Guard in 
1985 and retiring in 2016 as a CW4.
 Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Elizabeth 
Bonnett and daughters, Holly and April Bonnett. He is survived by his 
wife, Patti, of the home in Topeka; daughters, Amber Bonnett of Topeka 
and Aubrey (Alex) VanderHamm of Newcastle, WA and sisters, Sherri Lange 
of Clive, IA and Vicki (Russ) Flaherty of Murray, IA.
 Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, January 29, 2022, at
 Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Burial 
will follow at the Norton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8:00 pm 
Friday, January 28, at the funeral home. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com

Terrell Edward 'Terry' Bonnett

John J. Flaherty, 81, Hays, died Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the Glen Carr House in Derby, Kansas.

He was born June 4, 1940, in Powers 
Lake, North Dakota, one of four children to John Henry “Jack” and Alice 
(Anderson) Flaherty.&nbsp; In 1958, he graduated from High School in Columbus,
 ND and enlisted in the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; He served until 1962 aboard the USS 
McDermut, a Fletcher-class destroyer, in locations throughout the 
Pacific.&nbsp; On June 8, 1968, he married Mary Meyeres in Hoisington, Kansas,
 and they later divorced but remained lifelong friends. On June 3, 
2006, he married Judy A. (Polifka) Rohr in Pfeifer, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a 
part owner of a finance and collection agency, did maintenance for 
Pepperidge Farms in Chicago, and worked in the maintenance department at
 Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church, and the Hays VFW and American Legion.&nbsp; John loved 
the outdoors, spending time with family and friends at the lake, 
traveling, and going on family vacations.&nbsp; He enjoyed big Lincolns and 
Cadillacs, browsing for cars on various car lots, and his beloved Yorkie
 dog.&nbsp; John possessed a quick wit and sense of humor, ice cream and 
coffee were some of his favorite treats, and he loved being Gramps and 
spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Judy of 
Hays, two sons:&nbsp; Mike Flaherty and wife Angie of Derby, and John P. 
Flaherty of Lenexa, a daughter: Shelly Keller and husband Travis of 
Hays, a step son:&nbsp; Jeff Rohr and wife Tracy of Overland Park, a step 
daughter: Jackie Mosher and husband Alan of Overland Park, a sister: 
Mary Taylor of Naperville, Illinois, brother-in-law: Charles Dorwick of 
Milan, Indiana, grandchildren: Jordan Flaherty, Maddie Keller, Quinton 
Flaherty, Kaitlyn Flaherty, Camryn Flaherty, and Karlynn Flaherty, step 
grandchildren: Michelle McCormick and husband Justin, Jonathan Mosher 
and wife Kelly, Madison Klimas and husband Joel, Mason Rohr, and Makenna
 Rohr, step great grandchildren: Charlie McCormick, Eli McCormick, and 
Quinn Klimas, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, a brother Dennis Flaherty and his wife Carol, a sister Peggy 
Dorwick, a brother-in-law James Taylor, and a grandson Tanner 
Starkey-Flaherty.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, January 28, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church with Fr. Charles Polifka and Fr. Nick Parker 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors by the Hays VFW #9076 Honor 
Guard will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 
pm until 8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at 
the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A parish vigil and rosary will 
be at 7:00 pm on Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested 
to the Hays VFW #9076 Honor Guard or to Hospice of HaysMed.&nbsp; Condolences
 and memories of John may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>John J. Flaherty, 81, Hays, died Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the Glen Carr House in Derby, Kansas.He was born June 4, 1940, in Powers 
Lake, North Dakota, one of four children to John Henry “Jack” and Alice 
(Anderson) Flaherty.&nbsp; In 1958, he graduated from High School in Columbus,
 ND and enlisted in the U.S. Navy.&nbsp; He served until 1962 aboard the USS 
McDermut, a Fletcher-class destroyer, in locations throughout the 
Pacific.&nbsp; On June 8, 1968, he married Mary Meyeres in Hoisington, Kansas,
 and they later divorced but remained lifelong friends. On June 3, 
2006, he married Judy A. (Polifka) Rohr in Pfeifer, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a 
part owner of a finance and collection agency, did maintenance for 
Pepperidge Farms in Chicago, and worked in the maintenance department at
 Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church, and the Hays VFW and American Legion.&nbsp; John loved 
the outdoors, spending time with family and friends at the lake, 
traveling, and going on family vacations.&nbsp; He enjoyed big Lincolns and 
Cadillacs, browsing for cars on various car lots, and his beloved Yorkie
 dog.&nbsp; John possessed a quick wit and sense of humor, ice cream and 
coffee were some of his favorite treats, and he loved being Gramps and 
spending time with his grandchildren.Survivors include his wife Judy of 
Hays, two sons:&nbsp; Mike Flaherty and wife Angie of Derby, and John P. 
Flaherty of Lenexa, a daughter: Shelly Keller and husband Travis of 
Hays, a step son:&nbsp; Jeff Rohr and wife Tracy of Overland Park, a step 
daughter: Jackie Mosher and husband Alan of Overland Park, a sister: 
Mary Taylor of Naperville, Illinois, brother-in-law: Charles Dorwick of 
Milan, Indiana, grandchildren: Jordan Flaherty, Maddie Keller, Quinton 
Flaherty, Kaitlyn Flaherty, Camryn Flaherty, and Karlynn Flaherty, step 
grandchildren: Michelle McCormick and husband Justin, Jonathan Mosher 
and wife Kelly, Madison Klimas and husband Joel, Mason Rohr, and Makenna
 Rohr, step great grandchildren: Charlie McCormick, Eli McCormick, and 
Quinn Klimas, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his 
parents, a brother Dennis Flaherty and his wife Carol, a sister Peggy 
Dorwick, a brother-in-law James Taylor, and a grandson Tanner 
Starkey-Flaherty.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, January 28, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church with Fr. Charles Polifka and Fr. Nick Parker 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors by the Hays VFW #9076 Honor 
Guard will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 
pm until 8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at 
the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A parish vigil and rosary will 
be at 7:00 pm on Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested 
to the Hays VFW #9076 Honor Guard or to Hospice of HaysMed.&nbsp; Condolences
 and memories of John may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

John J. Flaherty

On January 22, 2022, Lillian Faye Baier, 88, passed 
peacefully to her Savior’s arms at Salina Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; Lillian 
Haberer was born February 2, 1933, to Rudolph and Olinda Haberer on a 
farm in Russell County, Kansas. 

She spent her childhood growing up on a 
farm during the Depression, and had many stories about the kindness, 
courage, and resilience of her family and parents during those difficult
 years. Lillian had those traits throughout her life.&nbsp; She graduated 
from Russell High School, a valedictorian, in her class of 1950. She was
 awarded a full scholarship to the University of Kansas. Too poor to 
attend college, she went to work as a secretary in Russell. Lillian met 
Robert Baier over a piece of chocolate cake at the Tower Café in 
Russell. They married at St. John’s Lutheran Church on June 18, 1955.&nbsp; 
To this union, two daughters were born, Jennifer Roesner and Susanne 
Syring (Randy). 

Lillian devoted her life to her home and family. She 
brought her skills as a cook, seamstress, crafting, and a passion for 
reading and music. Every new venture she did was done to perfection. Her
 hobbies included making beautiful greeting cards and photography. 
Lillian adored her granddaughters and great granddaughters. She was 
called “Nonie."

She is survived by Lauren Knitter (Joe) of Tuscon, Arizona, Megan 
Gibbons (Daniel) of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Kaitlyn Neufeld (Brian) of 
Montrose, Colorado, and Alexandria Roesner of Salina; 
great-grandchildren, Lily Knitter, Amelia, and Emmeline Gibbon; a 
sister, Wilmetta Libal and a sister-in-law, Marian (Bob) Russell.

Preceding her in death are her husband, Bob, her parents, and a brother, Rudolph Haberer II.

Lillian will always be remembered for her deep and steadfast love for her family and friends. She will always be our “Nonie” ...

A private family graveside memorial service is planned. Memorials may be sent to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Salina, KS.&nbsp;

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 </figure>On January 22, 2022, Lillian Faye Baier, 88, passed 
peacefully to her Savior’s arms at Salina Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; Lillian 
Haberer was born February 2, 1933, to Rudolph and Olinda Haberer on a 
farm in Russell County, Kansas. She spent her childhood growing up on a 
farm during the Depression, and had many stories about the kindness, 
courage, and resilience of her family and parents during those difficult
 years. Lillian had those traits throughout her life.&nbsp; She graduated 
from Russell High School, a valedictorian, in her class of 1950. She was
 awarded a full scholarship to the University of Kansas. Too poor to 
attend college, she went to work as a secretary in Russell. Lillian met 
Robert Baier over a piece of chocolate cake at the Tower Café in 
Russell. They married at St. John’s Lutheran Church on June 18, 1955.&nbsp; 
To this union, two daughters were born, Jennifer Roesner and Susanne 
Syring (Randy). Lillian devoted her life to her home and family. She 
brought her skills as a cook, seamstress, crafting, and a passion for 
reading and music. Every new venture she did was done to perfection. Her
 hobbies included making beautiful greeting cards and photography. 
Lillian adored her granddaughters and great granddaughters. She was 
called “Nonie."She is survived by Lauren Knitter (Joe) of Tuscon, Arizona, Megan 
Gibbons (Daniel) of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, Kaitlyn Neufeld (Brian) of 
Montrose, Colorado, and Alexandria Roesner of Salina; 
great-grandchildren, Lily Knitter, Amelia, and Emmeline Gibbon; a 
sister, Wilmetta Libal and a sister-in-law, Marian (Bob) Russell.Preceding her in death are her husband, Bob, her parents, and a brother, Rudolph Haberer II.Lillian will always be remembered for her deep and steadfast love for her family and friends. She will always be our “Nonie” ...A private family graveside memorial service is planned. Memorials may be sent to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Salina, KS.&nbsp;

Lillian Faye (Haberer) Baier

Saturday, July 16th, 1938-Sunday, January 23rd, 2022

Saturday, July 16th, 1938-Sunday, January 23rd, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Eileen Marie Unger (Kogl)

Tuesday, September 4th, 1951-Monday, January 24th, 2022

Tuesday, September 4th, 1951-Monday, January 24th, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Larry Lynn Hensley

Bernadine P. (Purma) Kraus, Wilson, KS, passed away January 22, 2022, at 
Wilson Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wilson, at the age of 96. She 
was born on April 18, 1925, to Otto and Mary (Haska) Purma in Wilson. 
Bernadine married Wilbert Kraus on December 11, 1943, in Russell, KS. 
They were blessed with 2 children: Gary and Robert.
 Bernadine lived most of her life on the farm southeast of Wilson. 
She graduated from Wilson High School with the class of 1943. She was a 
homemaker and helped on the farm. She cleaned Wilson Nursing Home for 
many years. Bernadine loved to bake and cook. She was well known for her
 bierocks and kolaches, and she enjoyed inviting and sharing her cooking
 with others. She was a member of the First Baptist Church.
 Bernadine is survived by her children, Gary Kraus and wife Joyce of 
Wilson and Robert Kraus of Wilson; 3 grandchildren, Roger Kraus 
(Jennifer Peirano), Tim Kraus, and Alicia Miller; and 9 
great-grandchildren.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and 
daughters-in-law Beverly and Sandra Kraus; sisters LaVerne Aksamit and 
Viola Redetzke; and grandchildren David Miller and Sondra Kraus.
 It is said that the kitchen is a gathering place for friends and 
family where memories are homemade and seasoned with love. No matter 
what great food Bernadine was preparing, it was always done with 
unconditional love for family and friends. While those amazing smells 
from her kitchen will be greatly missed, the sweet aroma of her 
kindness, tenderness, and love will be with us forever. As a loving, 
caring mother, her family was second only to God; her great love and 
faith in God were not only a constant source of strength for herself, 
but also for all who knew her. She will be greatly missed, but the 
celebration of her life and memories will never be forgotten.
 A funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at 
2PM, at the First Baptist Church in Wilson. Visitation will be on 
Wednesday 1PM to 8 PM at the funeral home in Wilson. Burial will be in 
the Wilson Cemetery.
 Memorials are suggested to Wilson Care &amp; Rehab or Wilson 
American Legion Post #262 and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

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 </figure>Bernadine P. (Purma) Kraus, Wilson, KS, passed away January 22, 2022, at 
Wilson Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wilson, at the age of 96. She 
was born on April 18, 1925, to Otto and Mary (Haska) Purma in Wilson. 
Bernadine married Wilbert Kraus on December 11, 1943, in Russell, KS. 
They were blessed with 2 children: Gary and Robert.
 Bernadine lived most of her life on the farm southeast of Wilson. 
She graduated from Wilson High School with the class of 1943. She was a 
homemaker and helped on the farm. She cleaned Wilson Nursing Home for 
many years. Bernadine loved to bake and cook. She was well known for her
 bierocks and kolaches, and she enjoyed inviting and sharing her cooking
 with others. She was a member of the First Baptist Church.
 Bernadine is survived by her children, Gary Kraus and wife Joyce of 
Wilson and Robert Kraus of Wilson; 3 grandchildren, Roger Kraus 
(Jennifer Peirano), Tim Kraus, and Alicia Miller; and 9 
great-grandchildren.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and 
daughters-in-law Beverly and Sandra Kraus; sisters LaVerne Aksamit and 
Viola Redetzke; and grandchildren David Miller and Sondra Kraus.
 It is said that the kitchen is a gathering place for friends and 
family where memories are homemade and seasoned with love. No matter 
what great food Bernadine was preparing, it was always done with 
unconditional love for family and friends. While those amazing smells 
from her kitchen will be greatly missed, the sweet aroma of her 
kindness, tenderness, and love will be with us forever. As a loving, 
caring mother, her family was second only to God; her great love and 
faith in God were not only a constant source of strength for herself, 
but also for all who knew her. She will be greatly missed, but the 
celebration of her life and memories will never be forgotten.
 A funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at 
2PM, at the First Baptist Church in Wilson. Visitation will be on 
Wednesday 1PM to 8 PM at the funeral home in Wilson. Burial will be in 
the Wilson Cemetery.
 Memorials are suggested to Wilson Care &amp; Rehab or Wilson 
American Legion Post #262 and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

Bernadine P. Kraus

Richard E. “Rich” Thibodeau, age 86, of Hays, Kansas, was freed from this earth on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;

He was born in Woburn, Massachusetts, to Ernest and Agnes (Gaudet) Thibodeau.&nbsp;

Rich leaves a legacy of creativity and inspiration to all those he encountered.&nbsp; Although he attended Sanborn Seminary in Kingston, New Hampshire, served in the US Army, and studied painting at Northern Arizona University and Highlands University in Las Vegas, New Mexico, he always followed his own unique path through life.

He was proud to have studied under the artist Alfredo Zalce in Mexico.&nbsp; He also ran a successful frame shop in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which he sold to move to Pilar, New Mexico.&nbsp; While in Pilar, he painted, ran a youth hostel, and created a program of summer workshops.&nbsp; He brought his passion for the arts to the High Plains in the late 90s where he was able to continue running galleries, teaching art, and painting.&nbsp; He continued to show throughout his life and currently has work on display at the Hays Public Library.&nbsp; His watercolors and his book “Pilar, Pilar” are available at the Hays Arts Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rich is survived by his daughters Nicole, Yvette, Angelique; his sister, Carol; his grandchildren, Alyssa, Nathan, Alex, Kristen, and Hailie; his great grandchildren, Ascher and Shaelie; and his former wives.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by both parents; his grandson, Gregory; his brother, Gene; his sisters, JoAnn and Sharon; and his daughter, Shawn Marie.

He was an avid hiker, cross country skier, and fly fisherman. He would like to be remembered joyously through creative expression, whatever form it may take.

His celebration of life gathering will be held January 28, 2022, in Pilar, New Mexico.&nbsp; Please email Nicole at <a href="mailto:nlthibodeau@gmail.com">nlthibodeau@gmail.com</a> for more information and times.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: The Sierra Club in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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

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 </figure>Richard E. “Rich” Thibodeau, age 86, of Hays, Kansas, was freed from this earth on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;He was born in Woburn, Massachusetts, to Ernest and Agnes (Gaudet) Thibodeau.&nbsp;Rich leaves a legacy of creativity and inspiration to all those he encountered.&nbsp; Although he attended Sanborn Seminary in Kingston, New Hampshire, served in the US Army, and studied painting at Northern Arizona University and Highlands University in Las Vegas, New Mexico, he always followed his own unique path through life.He was proud to have studied under the artist Alfredo Zalce in Mexico.&nbsp; He also ran a successful frame shop in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which he sold to move to Pilar, New Mexico.&nbsp; While in Pilar, he painted, ran a youth hostel, and created a program of summer workshops.&nbsp; He brought his passion for the arts to the High Plains in the late 90s where he was able to continue running galleries, teaching art, and painting.&nbsp; He continued to show throughout his life and currently has work on display at the Hays Public Library.&nbsp; His watercolors and his book “Pilar, Pilar” are available at the Hays Arts Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rich is survived by his daughters Nicole, Yvette, Angelique; his sister, Carol; his grandchildren, Alyssa, Nathan, Alex, Kristen, and Hailie; his great grandchildren, Ascher and Shaelie; and his former wives.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by both parents; his grandson, Gregory; his brother, Gene; his sisters, JoAnn and Sharon; and his daughter, Shawn Marie.He was an avid hiker, cross country skier, and fly fisherman. He would like to be remembered joyously through creative expression, whatever form it may take.His celebration of life gathering will be held January 28, 2022, in Pilar, New Mexico.&nbsp; Please email Nicole at <a href="mailto:nlthibodeau@gmail.com">nlthibodeau@gmail.com</a> for more information and times.The family suggests memorials made payable to: The Sierra Club in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Richard E. 'Rich' Thibodeau

Caren Louise Bates, a resident of Sulphur, Okla., was born June 27, 1938, in Ellis, Kansas, to Oswald &amp; Elizabeth (Lashell) Deutcher. She passed away Friday January 21, 2022, at Sulphur at the age of 83. Caren grew up in Ellis, where she graduated from High School. She was a graduated of Kansas State University. Caren had worked as a radiologist technician. She was married to Robert Jackson Bates on December 2, 1961, in Ellis, Kansas. He preceded her in death May 25, 1984. She was a member of Sulphur United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents: a son Trent Bates. She is survived by her Sons &amp; their spouses, Todd and Cindy Bates and Tim and Kelly Bates all of Sulphur, OK; a sister: Claudia Schaus and husband Richard, of Ellis; Grandchildren, Tomi-Anne Grisham &amp; Jeff, Grant Bates &amp; Megan; Tanner Bates &amp; Kelsie, Tori Burba &amp; Matt; Haleigh Bates, &amp; Jackson Bates 8 Great Grandchildren. Services will be 1:00 PM Wednesday January 26, 2022, at Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637. Burial will follow in Mt Hope Cemetery, Ellis. Officiant will be Pastor John Morley III. Visitation will be 11:00 AM until service time at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Caren Louise Bates, a resident of Sulphur, Okla., was born June 27, 1938, in Ellis, Kansas, to Oswald &amp; Elizabeth (Lashell) Deutcher. She passed away Friday January 21, 2022, at Sulphur at the age of 83. Caren grew up in Ellis, where she graduated from High School. She was a graduated of Kansas State University. Caren had worked as a radiologist technician. She was married to Robert Jackson Bates on December 2, 1961, in Ellis, Kansas. He preceded her in death May 25, 1984. She was a member of Sulphur United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents: a son Trent Bates. She is survived by her Sons &amp; their spouses, Todd and Cindy Bates and Tim and Kelly Bates all of Sulphur, OK; a sister: Claudia Schaus and husband Richard, of Ellis; Grandchildren, Tomi-Anne Grisham &amp; Jeff, Grant Bates &amp; Megan; Tanner Bates &amp; Kelsie, Tori Burba &amp; Matt; Haleigh Bates, &amp; Jackson Bates 8 Great Grandchildren. Services will be 1:00 PM Wednesday January 26, 2022, at Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637. Burial will follow in Mt Hope Cemetery, Ellis. Officiant will be Pastor John Morley III. Visitation will be 11:00 AM until service time at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Caren Louise Bates

Richard Lee Cox, 99, of Colby, KS passed away January 14th, 2022, in his 
home in Quinlan, TX with family present. He was born November 18th, 
1922, to James and Ollie Cox in McGregor, TX. Richard served in the 
United States Navy as a Motor Machinist’s Mate, Third Class in World War
 II in the Philippines. He married Elsie Mae Bloom on April 10th, 1952,&nbsp; in Roswell, New Mexico. 
He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Elsie Mae Cox; wife 
Laverne (Dahnke) Cox ; his parents James and Ollie Cox; eldest son Eddie
 Lee Cox; 5 brothers; Robert Cox, Leonard Cox, Thurman Cox and two 
infant brothers. 
He is survived by his children Bob (Jeanette) Cox of McPherson, KS; 
Connie Lewsader (Marvin Skagerberg) of Quinlan, TX; Don (Ginger 
Mays-Dodrill) of Galmey, MO; Karen Matzen (Bob Ward) of Clearwater, KS; 
Rich (Kristie) Cox of DeSoto, KS; Ken (Rhonda) Cox of Sioux Falls, SD; 
Jackie (Dan) Hovda of Palacios, TX and brother Harold Ray (Diane) Cox of
 Richardson, TX. At the time of his passing there are 24 Grandchildren,
 49 Great Grandchildren and 12 Great, Great Grandchildren along with 
numerous nieces and nephews. 
Richard was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. and a lifetime member of the
 American Legion in which he helped establish the Sons of the American 
Legion Chapter, Post 363. He enjoyed gardening, golfing and fishing. 
He loved his family and grandchildren and enjoyed teaching them how to 
play pinochle, dominos and how to fish. 
The memorial service will be at 10:00 am May 28th, 2022, at Baalmann 
Mortuary in Colby with graveside services at Beulah Cemetery with 
military honors. There will be a Celebration of Life at the American 
Legion at 1:00 pm May 28th, 2022, with family present.

In lieu of 
flowers, memorials may be sent to the Colby American Legion Chapter, 
Post 363 or to the Colby V.F.W. sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary PO Box
 391, Colby KS 67701. Online condolences: www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Richard Lee Cox, 99, of Colby, KS passed away January 14th, 2022, in his 
home in Quinlan, TX with family present. He was born November 18th, 
1922, to James and Ollie Cox in McGregor, TX. Richard served in the 
United States Navy as a Motor Machinist’s Mate, Third Class in World War
 II in the Philippines. He married Elsie Mae Bloom on April 10th, 1952,&nbsp; in Roswell, New Mexico. 
He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Elsie Mae Cox; wife 
Laverne (Dahnke) Cox ; his parents James and Ollie Cox; eldest son Eddie
 Lee Cox; 5 brothers; Robert Cox, Leonard Cox, Thurman Cox and two 
infant brothers. 
He is survived by his children Bob (Jeanette) Cox of McPherson, KS; 
Connie Lewsader (Marvin Skagerberg) of Quinlan, TX; Don (Ginger 
Mays-Dodrill) of Galmey, MO; Karen Matzen (Bob Ward) of Clearwater, KS; 
Rich (Kristie) Cox of DeSoto, KS; Ken (Rhonda) Cox of Sioux Falls, SD; 
Jackie (Dan) Hovda of Palacios, TX and brother Harold Ray (Diane) Cox of
 Richardson, TX. At the time of his passing there are 24 Grandchildren,
 49 Great Grandchildren and 12 Great, Great Grandchildren along with 
numerous nieces and nephews. 
Richard was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. and a lifetime member of the
 American Legion in which he helped establish the Sons of the American 
Legion Chapter, Post 363. He enjoyed gardening, golfing and fishing. 
He loved his family and grandchildren and enjoyed teaching them how to 
play pinochle, dominos and how to fish. 
The memorial service will be at 10:00 am May 28th, 2022, at Baalmann 
Mortuary in Colby with graveside services at Beulah Cemetery with 
military honors. There will be a Celebration of Life at the American 
Legion at 1:00 pm May 28th, 2022, with family present. In lieu of 
flowers, memorials may be sent to the Colby American Legion Chapter, 
Post 363 or to the Colby V.F.W. sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary PO Box
 391, Colby KS 67701. Online condolences: www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Richard Lee Cox

James Dexter “Jim” Yost, age 74, died on January 21, 2022, at his home in Salina Kansas.

Jim is survived by his wife Lois (Westbrook), son Jonathan (Beth) and
 their children Wyatt and Luke of Salina, and his brother Dennis Yost of
 Pueblo, CO. In addition, Jim is survived by his step-children Keith 
(Lisa) Joy of Hays, KS, Daren (Jaque) Joy of Hays, Jamie Joy of Hays, 
Todd (Janice) Joy of Colorado Springs, CO, and many step-grandchildren 
and step-great grandchildren.

Jim was born on March 14, 1947, in Great Bend, KS, to Paul and 
Jeannette Beverly (Jean) Yost. Jim enlisted in the US Navy in 1967. He 
was stationed in San Diego and served aboard the USS Enterprise. Jim 
reenlisted in the US Navy in 1975 and was stationed in San Diego. 
Between enlistments, Jim attended Fort Hays State University.

Jim married Lois Westbrook in 1974 in Nederland, CO. Their son 
Jonathan was born in 1979. When Jonathan was 13 days old, Jim and Lois 
took a cross country trip on a “hippy bus” and found their way to Fort 
Collins, CO, and stayed for the next 4 years. While in Fort Collins, Jim
 worked for the Colorado Forest Service. Jim, Lois and Jonathan moved to
 Hoisington, KS where Jim worked for the railroad. Jim and his family 
moved to Salina in 1997 when the railroad moved everyone to Salina. Jim 
worked for the railroad for 30 years and retired in 2010.

Jim liked to tinker in his garden, flirt with the girls at Dillons, 
take care of the plants at his church, and above all playing with his 
grandsons, Wyatt and Luke.&nbsp; Jim was a spiritual man and involved in 
church activities. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and 
all who knew him.

A funeral service is scheduled for 11:00 am on Saturday, January 29, 
2022, at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, 2801 Ray Ave.&nbsp;&nbsp; A reception at the 
church will follow the service. Memorials can be made in care of the 
church.

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 </figure>James Dexter “Jim” Yost, age 74, died on January 21, 2022, at his home in Salina Kansas.Jim is survived by his wife Lois (Westbrook), son Jonathan (Beth) and
 their children Wyatt and Luke of Salina, and his brother Dennis Yost of
 Pueblo, CO. In addition, Jim is survived by his step-children Keith 
(Lisa) Joy of Hays, KS, Daren (Jaque) Joy of Hays, Jamie Joy of Hays, 
Todd (Janice) Joy of Colorado Springs, CO, and many step-grandchildren 
and step-great grandchildren.Jim was born on March 14, 1947, in Great Bend, KS, to Paul and 
Jeannette Beverly (Jean) Yost. Jim enlisted in the US Navy in 1967. He 
was stationed in San Diego and served aboard the USS Enterprise. Jim 
reenlisted in the US Navy in 1975 and was stationed in San Diego. 
Between enlistments, Jim attended Fort Hays State University.Jim married Lois Westbrook in 1974 in Nederland, CO. Their son 
Jonathan was born in 1979. When Jonathan was 13 days old, Jim and Lois 
took a cross country trip on a “hippy bus” and found their way to Fort 
Collins, CO, and stayed for the next 4 years. While in Fort Collins, Jim
 worked for the Colorado Forest Service. Jim, Lois and Jonathan moved to
 Hoisington, KS where Jim worked for the railroad. Jim and his family 
moved to Salina in 1997 when the railroad moved everyone to Salina. Jim 
worked for the railroad for 30 years and retired in 2010.Jim liked to tinker in his garden, flirt with the girls at Dillons, 
take care of the plants at his church, and above all playing with his 
grandsons, Wyatt and Luke.&nbsp; Jim was a spiritual man and involved in 
church activities. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and 
all who knew him.A funeral service is scheduled for 11:00 am on Saturday, January 29, 
2022, at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, 2801 Ray Ave.&nbsp;&nbsp; A reception at the 
church will follow the service. Memorials can be made in care of the 
church.

James Dexter 'Jim' Yost

Juanita was born on September 21, 1934, in Hays, Kansas, to Leo and 
Pauline (Arnhold) Bieker. She never met her mother due to complications 
following birth from which Pauline died. She was raised in the loving 
family of John and Mary (Bieker) Arnhold of Victoria, Kansas... always 
known as Mom and Dad. She was the youngest of nine children in her 
Arnhold family: Leona (Felix Werth), William (Anna), Alfred (Regina), 
Florence (Richard Gerstner), Helen (Bernard Pfeifer), Norine (Edmund 
Kuhn), Albert, and John (Frances). She was the youngest of five children
 in the Bieker family: Generose (Jim Bergman), Lenore (Mike Billinger), 
MaryAnn (Gilbert Leiker), and LeRoy, all of whom proceeded her in death.

She married a handsome young man, one year her elder, whom she met at
 their hometown high school in Victoria, Kansas. Five months after she 
graduated, they married. Edwin L. Hoffman became her life partner on 
October 11,1952 at Saint Fidelis Catholic Church in Victoria a.k.a. 
Cathedral of the Plains.&nbsp; They had five children, whom she will be 
lovingly remembered by: Kerri Waldner, (Dennis) of Lakewood, CO, Eddie 
Hoffman, (Judy), Russ Hoffman, (Nancy), John Hoffman and Lisa Tausan, 
(Brian) all of Westminster, CO.

Juanita's young life was full of taking care of her family and home, 
and a faithful member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She was a 
tremendous cook, seamstress, and housekeeper, and a tireless mother.

After her children flew the nest, she loved spending time with her 
beloved husband at the family cabin. They spent 50 blessed years 
together, until the loss of Ed, in 2002. She filled the enormous gap by 
continuing to volunteer at church and the hospital. She enjoyed 
shopping, trips to Black Hawk, movies, meeting with friends at Bible 
study and most of all being with her family and close friends.

Others who will miss her dearly include 18 grandchildren, 13 great 
grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, her loved neighbors and many 
other close friends who knew her sweet smile and great hugs.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter, Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado, 455 Sherman Street, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80203.

Online:<a href="https://www.alz.org/co/donate" target="_blank"> https://www.alz.org/co/donate</a>

Click <a href="https://cfcscolorado.org/obituaries/">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Juanita was born on September 21, 1934, in Hays, Kansas, to Leo and 
Pauline (Arnhold) Bieker. She never met her mother due to complications 
following birth from which Pauline died. She was raised in the loving 
family of John and Mary (Bieker) Arnhold of Victoria, Kansas... always 
known as Mom and Dad. She was the youngest of nine children in her 
Arnhold family: Leona (Felix Werth), William (Anna), Alfred (Regina), 
Florence (Richard Gerstner), Helen (Bernard Pfeifer), Norine (Edmund 
Kuhn), Albert, and John (Frances). She was the youngest of five children
 in the Bieker family: Generose (Jim Bergman), Lenore (Mike Billinger), 
MaryAnn (Gilbert Leiker), and LeRoy, all of whom proceeded her in death.She married a handsome young man, one year her elder, whom she met at
 their hometown high school in Victoria, Kansas. Five months after she 
graduated, they married. Edwin L. Hoffman became her life partner on 
October 11,1952 at Saint Fidelis Catholic Church in Victoria a.k.a. 
Cathedral of the Plains.&nbsp; They had five children, whom she will be 
lovingly remembered by: Kerri Waldner, (Dennis) of Lakewood, CO, Eddie 
Hoffman, (Judy), Russ Hoffman, (Nancy), John Hoffman and Lisa Tausan, 
(Brian) all of Westminster, CO.Juanita's young life was full of taking care of her family and home, 
and a faithful member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She was a 
tremendous cook, seamstress, and housekeeper, and a tireless mother.After her children flew the nest, she loved spending time with her 
beloved husband at the family cabin. They spent 50 blessed years 
together, until the loss of Ed, in 2002. She filled the enormous gap by 
continuing to volunteer at church and the hospital. She enjoyed 
shopping, trips to Black Hawk, movies, meeting with friends at Bible 
study and most of all being with her family and close friends.Others who will miss her dearly include 18 grandchildren, 13 great 
grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, her loved neighbors and many 
other close friends who knew her sweet smile and great hugs.In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter, Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado, 455 Sherman Street, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80203.Online:<a href="https://www.alz.org/co/donate" target="_blank"> https://www.alz.org/co/donate</a>Click <a href="https://cfcscolorado.org/obituaries/">HERE</a> for service details.

Juanita M. Hoffman

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

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Jermain Tyronne Murray

Bernadine Marie Moeder passed away peacefully on January 22, 2022, at
 the age of 96. Bernadine was born April 27, 1925, in Redwing, Kansas, 
the daughter of Adolph and Carrie (Linsner) Demel. She was raised in 
Odin, Kansas and graduated from Odin High School. After marrying Raymond
 (Ray) Moeder on April 8, 1947, she spent the remainder of her life in 
Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Ray passed away Dec. 23, 2007.

Bernadine was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose 
Catholic Church and the Altar Society.&nbsp; Bernadine became skilled at 
stretching the dollars to feed her family as well as sewing clothes that
 became hand me downs for many. She will fondly be remembered for her 
cinnamon rolls and her afghans.

Bernadine is survived by 12 of her children, Ray Moeder Jr. (Carol) 
of Larned, Don Moeder (Marilyn) of Great Bend, Joyce Moeder, of 
Columbia, Maryland, Ken Moeder (Marcia) of Great Bend, Jolene Biggs 
(Craig) of Great Bend, Bob Moeder (Katie) of Overland Park, Alan Moeder 
(Gail) of Great Bend, Randy Moeder (Patty) of Edmond, Oklahoma, Pat 
Moeder (Amy) of Winter Springs, Florida, Linda Salem (Bob) of Salina, 
Brenda Moeder, of Warrensburg, Missouri, and Renee Rockers (Wes) of 
Evansville, Indiana.&nbsp; She is survived by 23 grandchildren and 19 great 
grandchildren. She is additionally survived by 4 siblings, Cecilia 
Schneweis, Bill Demel, Jim Demel and Jerry Demel.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Evelyn Juno 
and Eleanor Reif; her daughter Donna Schmidt; as well as her husband Ray
 who she was married to for 60 years.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 25, 
2022, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service with 
Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., 
Wednesday, January 26, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father 
Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Great Bend Cemetery, Great 
Bend.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Almost Home, Inc. or the
 Barton County College Foundation Memorial Scholarship for Donna 
Schmidt, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Bernadine Marie Moeder passed away peacefully on January 22, 2022, at
 the age of 96. Bernadine was born April 27, 1925, in Redwing, Kansas, 
the daughter of Adolph and Carrie (Linsner) Demel. She was raised in 
Odin, Kansas and graduated from Odin High School. After marrying Raymond
 (Ray) Moeder on April 8, 1947, she spent the remainder of her life in 
Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Ray passed away Dec. 23, 2007.Bernadine was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose 
Catholic Church and the Altar Society.&nbsp; Bernadine became skilled at 
stretching the dollars to feed her family as well as sewing clothes that
 became hand me downs for many. She will fondly be remembered for her 
cinnamon rolls and her afghans.Bernadine is survived by 12 of her children, Ray Moeder Jr. (Carol) 
of Larned, Don Moeder (Marilyn) of Great Bend, Joyce Moeder, of 
Columbia, Maryland, Ken Moeder (Marcia) of Great Bend, Jolene Biggs 
(Craig) of Great Bend, Bob Moeder (Katie) of Overland Park, Alan Moeder 
(Gail) of Great Bend, Randy Moeder (Patty) of Edmond, Oklahoma, Pat 
Moeder (Amy) of Winter Springs, Florida, Linda Salem (Bob) of Salina, 
Brenda Moeder, of Warrensburg, Missouri, and Renee Rockers (Wes) of 
Evansville, Indiana.&nbsp; She is survived by 23 grandchildren and 19 great 
grandchildren. She is additionally survived by 4 siblings, Cecilia 
Schneweis, Bill Demel, Jim Demel and Jerry Demel.She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Evelyn Juno 
and Eleanor Reif; her daughter Donna Schmidt; as well as her husband Ray
 who she was married to for 60 years.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 25, 
2022, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service with 
Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., 
Wednesday, January 26, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father 
Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Great Bend Cemetery, Great 
Bend.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Almost Home, Inc. or the
 Barton County College Foundation Memorial Scholarship for Donna 
Schmidt, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Bernadine Marie Moeder

Doreen Chong Ah Fah, Lim, Legg, Hoffman was born in a jungle house 
outside of Kuching, East Malaysia est. April 14, 1942.&nbsp; Due to the 
Japanese occupation of Malaysia, records were chaotic and her exact DOB 
was adjusted to ensure she could have British citizenship to provide an 
advantage for her future.&nbsp;

Ethnically Chinese, she had a fraternal twin brother and multiple 
older brothers.&nbsp; Doreen’s biological mother chose to give her away to an
 Iban (a tribe that lives on the Island of Borneo) native lady who could
 not have children.&nbsp; That lady also adopted a son of one of her 
husband’s brothers, a very common practice then, affording Doreen an 
adopted brother named Lim Ah Boo. &nbsp;They were raised as Christians and 
baptized in the Anglican Church.&nbsp; Her adopted mother worked as a cook at
 St. Mary’s Boarding school in Kuching, affording Doreen the opportunity
 to attend a good school.&nbsp; Later Doreen attended Nursing school in 
Kuching and graduated with high marks to become a SRN (a State 
Registered Nurse, the highest designation in Malaysia) and a nurse 
midwife.&nbsp; Being a midwife was her favorite part of nursing.&nbsp;

She met and married Earl Wayne Legg on 14 Dec 1965 while he was in 
Malaysia teaching English in the Dragon School for the Peace Corps.&nbsp; 
They lived in Singapore, and Hawaii where one and only daughter Laura 
Kim Abts was born.&nbsp; Later they lived in several places in US, including 
Kansas.&nbsp; When Doreen came to the US, she had all the training she needed
 except for Psychology which was not part of the curriculum in 
Malaysia.&nbsp; After studying this, she took her boards and with ease passed
 them with a 98%.&nbsp; She had remarked in the past that she had a “very 
good memory” (eidetic) which made studying very easy.&nbsp; While living in 
Norton, Kansas, during the year of the US Bicentennial, 1976, Doreen met
 all requirements to become a naturalized citizen of the United States.&nbsp;

She married her second husband John Hoffman 27 May 1980 in Norton, 
Kansas. John was also a RN and together they had many nursing 
assignments together to include in Osawatomie, KS, and the last place of
 practice being Larned, KS in Psychiatric nursing.&nbsp; They made several 
trips together back to Malaysia, where John remarked he fell in love 
with the food.

Doreen’s greatest love was reading a good book.

Doreen died of complications from a suspected bone cancer on 
Saturday, January 22, 2022 at her home in Phillipsburg, KS at the age of
 79.

She is survived by her husband John Hoffman, RN ret, daughter Kim 
Abts MD, Lt. Col USAF (ret) (and her husband Dan Abts), and three 
Grandchildren Trevor, Sarah, and Tyler Abts.

The funeral will be a private family function on Monday, January 24, 2022.

Doreen suffered in her later years with progressively severe OCD.&nbsp; A 
trait that helped her be one of the best nurses ever, became a 
millstone.&nbsp; She is free now.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers or donations, intervene
 in the life of a family member or friend that may have become more 
reclusive.&nbsp; Your timely intervention can make a difference.

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 </figure>Doreen Chong Ah Fah, Lim, Legg, Hoffman was born in a jungle house 
outside of Kuching, East Malaysia est. April 14, 1942.&nbsp; Due to the 
Japanese occupation of Malaysia, records were chaotic and her exact DOB 
was adjusted to ensure she could have British citizenship to provide an 
advantage for her future.&nbsp;Ethnically Chinese, she had a fraternal twin brother and multiple 
older brothers.&nbsp; Doreen’s biological mother chose to give her away to an
 Iban (a tribe that lives on the Island of Borneo) native lady who could
 not have children.&nbsp; That lady also adopted a son of one of her 
husband’s brothers, a very common practice then, affording Doreen an 
adopted brother named Lim Ah Boo. &nbsp;They were raised as Christians and 
baptized in the Anglican Church.&nbsp; Her adopted mother worked as a cook at
 St. Mary’s Boarding school in Kuching, affording Doreen the opportunity
 to attend a good school.&nbsp; Later Doreen attended Nursing school in 
Kuching and graduated with high marks to become a SRN (a State 
Registered Nurse, the highest designation in Malaysia) and a nurse 
midwife.&nbsp; Being a midwife was her favorite part of nursing.&nbsp;She met and married Earl Wayne Legg on 14 Dec 1965 while he was in 
Malaysia teaching English in the Dragon School for the Peace Corps.&nbsp; 
They lived in Singapore, and Hawaii where one and only daughter Laura 
Kim Abts was born.&nbsp; Later they lived in several places in US, including 
Kansas.&nbsp; When Doreen came to the US, she had all the training she needed
 except for Psychology which was not part of the curriculum in 
Malaysia.&nbsp; After studying this, she took her boards and with ease passed
 them with a 98%.&nbsp; She had remarked in the past that she had a “very 
good memory” (eidetic) which made studying very easy.&nbsp; While living in 
Norton, Kansas, during the year of the US Bicentennial, 1976, Doreen met
 all requirements to become a naturalized citizen of the United States.&nbsp;She married her second husband John Hoffman 27 May 1980 in Norton, 
Kansas. John was also a RN and together they had many nursing 
assignments together to include in Osawatomie, KS, and the last place of
 practice being Larned, KS in Psychiatric nursing.&nbsp; They made several 
trips together back to Malaysia, where John remarked he fell in love 
with the food.Doreen’s greatest love was reading a good book.Doreen died of complications from a suspected bone cancer on 
Saturday, January 22, 2022 at her home in Phillipsburg, KS at the age of
 79.She is survived by her husband John Hoffman, RN ret, daughter Kim 
Abts MD, Lt. Col USAF (ret) (and her husband Dan Abts), and three 
Grandchildren Trevor, Sarah, and Tyler Abts.The funeral will be a private family function on Monday, January 24, 2022.Doreen suffered in her later years with progressively severe OCD.&nbsp; A 
trait that helped her be one of the best nurses ever, became a 
millstone.&nbsp; She is free now.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers or donations, intervene
 in the life of a family member or friend that may have become more 
reclusive.&nbsp; Your timely intervention can make a difference.

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