Rick Dwain Pierce, 66, passed away on December 21, 2021, at KU Med 
Center, Kansas City, Kansas. He was born on November 11, 1955, at 
Branson, Missouri to William Dwain &amp; Louise (Lemuz) Pierce. He was 
married to Melaine Feemster on April 22, 2017. She survives. Rick was 
previously married to Cindy and Heidi.

Coming from San Diego, California, Rick was a resident of Great Bend,
 Kansas, since 2007. He worked for Marmie Motors as a salesman. Rick was a
 member of the Eagles and Elks. He was a talented painter.

Survivors include his wife of the home; two sons, Zach Pierce of 
Columbus, Ohio and Zane Pierce of Great Bend, Kansas; three bonus 
children, Destanie McKay, Jada VanderMeer, Peter VanderMeer; his mother;
 one sister: Cindy Montorsi of San Diego, California; one brother, Brian
 Pierce of San Diego, California; and one granddaughter, Aubrey Rose 
McKay. He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Troy Pierce;
 one sister, Debbie Pierce.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 14, 2022, at Bryant 
Funeral Home with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. Internment will follow 
at Great Bend Cemetery North. 

Memorials can be made to the Rick Pierce 
Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rick Dwain Pierce, 66, passed away on December 21, 2021, at KU Med 
Center, Kansas City, Kansas. He was born on November 11, 1955, at 
Branson, Missouri to William Dwain &amp; Louise (Lemuz) Pierce. He was 
married to Melaine Feemster on April 22, 2017. She survives. Rick was 
previously married to Cindy and Heidi.Coming from San Diego, California, Rick was a resident of Great Bend,
 Kansas, since 2007. He worked for Marmie Motors as a salesman. Rick was a
 member of the Eagles and Elks. He was a talented painter.Survivors include his wife of the home; two sons, Zach Pierce of 
Columbus, Ohio and Zane Pierce of Great Bend, Kansas; three bonus 
children, Destanie McKay, Jada VanderMeer, Peter VanderMeer; his mother;
 one sister: Cindy Montorsi of San Diego, California; one brother, Brian
 Pierce of San Diego, California; and one granddaughter, Aubrey Rose 
McKay. He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Troy Pierce;
 one sister, Debbie Pierce.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 14, 2022, at Bryant 
Funeral Home with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. Internment will follow 
at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials can be made to the Rick Pierce 
Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rick Dwain Pierce

Janis Maureen Baker, 88, Hays, died Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Rush County Memorial Hospital.

She was born May 11, 1933, in Scott 
City, the daughter of Maurice and Ruby (Couch) Liggett.&nbsp; Janis was 
salutatorian of her class at Syracuse High School and received a music 
scholarship to the University of Kansas.&nbsp; On July 12, 1952, she was 
united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Lyle Baker in 
Syracuse.&nbsp; They were blessed with four children. For most of her life, 
she was a resident of Syracuse and was a member of the Syracuse 
Methodist Church.&nbsp; Janis was a homemaker and the rock of her family.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed visiting with friends, playing bridge, and helping with 
organizations her children were in.&nbsp; Later in life, Janis received much 
joy from her great grandchildren.

Survivors include two daughters: Debra 
Creamer and Cindy Dickey, both of Hays, a son: Scott Baker (Karen) of 
Argonia, a sister: Delores Miller of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, two 
grandchildren: Chelsea Dickey (Bill Werth) and Joshua Creamer (Phoenix 
Hobdell), and 10 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lyle, a daughter: Shelby Baker, and two grandsons: Jordan Schreurs and Colton Lane.

There will be private family services 
and inurnment will be in Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to
 St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Janis may be shared with the family through Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral
 Home at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Janis Maureen Baker, 88, Hays, died Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Rush County Memorial Hospital.She was born May 11, 1933, in Scott 
City, the daughter of Maurice and Ruby (Couch) Liggett.&nbsp; Janis was 
salutatorian of her class at Syracuse High School and received a music 
scholarship to the University of Kansas.&nbsp; On July 12, 1952, she was 
united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Lyle Baker in 
Syracuse.&nbsp; They were blessed with four children. For most of her life, 
she was a resident of Syracuse and was a member of the Syracuse 
Methodist Church.&nbsp; Janis was a homemaker and the rock of her family.&nbsp; 
She enjoyed visiting with friends, playing bridge, and helping with 
organizations her children were in.&nbsp; Later in life, Janis received much 
joy from her great grandchildren.Survivors include two daughters: Debra 
Creamer and Cindy Dickey, both of Hays, a son: Scott Baker (Karen) of 
Argonia, a sister: Delores Miller of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, two 
grandchildren: Chelsea Dickey (Bill Werth) and Joshua Creamer (Phoenix 
Hobdell), and 10 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband Lyle, a daughter: Shelby Baker, and two grandsons: Jordan Schreurs and Colton Lane.There will be private family services 
and inurnment will be in Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
 St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Janis may be shared with the family through Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral
 Home at www.haysmemorial.com

Janis Maureen Baker

Diana Lynn (Reynolds) Hembree, 66, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. She was born November 14, 
1955, in La Crosse, Kansas, the daughter of James (Jim) and Esther 
Reynolds. 
She grew up in the Lacrosse area attending and graduating from the local
 schools. She went on to graduate from Garden City Community College. On
 July 29, 1992, Diana married Robert Hembree in Garden City. Diana was 
employed for more than 38 years at Sunflower Electric Cooperative. She 
enjoyed nurturing her flower gardens, bird watching, and most of all 
spoiling her grandkids. 
She is survived by her Husband- Robert (Bob) Hembree of the Home, Mother
 and Step-Father - Esther and Joe Delimont of Lebanon, Kansas, Stepson- 
Jason Hembree of Hutchinson, Kansas, 5 Grandchildren, and 4 
Great-Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her Father- James (Jim)
 Reynolds. 
Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday January 14, 2022, at the
 Locust Hill Cemetery in Rush Center, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to
 the Humane Society of Garden City in care of Garnand Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Diana Lynn (Reynolds) Hembree, 66, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. She was born November 14, 
1955, in La Crosse, Kansas, the daughter of James (Jim) and Esther 
Reynolds. 
She grew up in the Lacrosse area attending and graduating from the local
 schools. She went on to graduate from Garden City Community College. On
 July 29, 1992, Diana married Robert Hembree in Garden City. Diana was 
employed for more than 38 years at Sunflower Electric Cooperative. She 
enjoyed nurturing her flower gardens, bird watching, and most of all 
spoiling her grandkids. 
She is survived by her Husband- Robert (Bob) Hembree of the Home, Mother
 and Step-Father - Esther and Joe Delimont of Lebanon, Kansas, Stepson- 
Jason Hembree of Hutchinson, Kansas, 5 Grandchildren, and 4 
Great-Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her Father- James (Jim)
 Reynolds. 
Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday January 14, 2022, at the
 Locust Hill Cemetery in Rush Center, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to
 the Humane Society of Garden City in care of Garnand Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Diana Lynn Hembree

Mary Etta Most, age 78, passed away on Thursday, January 6, 2022, at her 
home in Lucas, KS. She was born the daughter of Golden &amp; June 
(Collier) Greenwood on July 8, 1943, in Lebanon, MO. She was a 
seamstress.
 Survivors include her husband Kenny of the home; a daughter Audrey 
Roberts of Atwood, KS; Stepsons Kenneth Most Jr. of Ludell, KS and 
Kermit Most of Little Rock, AR; a sister Carol Pederson of Hutchinson, 
KS; Gene (Norma) Greenwood of Pocanhontas, IA.

Services are pending with <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Mary-Etta--Most?obId=23581722#/celebrationWall">Rentschler Family Mortuaries.</a>

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home in Lucas, KS. She was born the daughter of Golden &amp; June 
(Collier) Greenwood on July 8, 1943, in Lebanon, MO. She was a 
seamstress.
 Survivors include her husband Kenny of the home; a daughter Audrey 
Roberts of Atwood, KS; Stepsons Kenneth Most Jr. of Ludell, KS and 
Kermit Most of Little Rock, AR; a sister Carol Pederson of Hutchinson, 
KS; Gene (Norma) Greenwood of Pocanhontas, IA.Services are pending with <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Mary-Etta--Most?obId=23581722#/celebrationWall">Rentschler Family Mortuaries.</a>

Mary Etta Most

Else Jofrid Keil, 88, of Colby, received her gift of eternal life on 
Monday, January 3, 2022, at Citizens Medical Center, Colby, KS. She was 
born May 26, 1933, in Stavanger, Norway, to Berge and Inger Serine 
(Vestre) Bertelsen. 
Else was baptized in the faith June 23, 1933, and a lifelong member of 
the Lutheran Church. She was a member of LWML (Lutheran Women’s 
Missionary League) for more than 50 years. She served at church, 
assisted with Girl Scouts and stayed involved with all of her kids’ and 
grandkids’ activities. 
Else grew up in Norway during the time Germany occupied the country. 
Watching the German Army march through the streets of her hometown at 7 
years of age, she told her mother that she was moving to the United 
States when she was older. That came true at the age of 21, when she 
fell in love with Marvin Keil, a U.S. Air Force communications 
specialist. They married on June 5, 1954, at St. Petri Lutheran Church 
in Stavanger, Norway, and moved to England before leaving for the U.S. 
After arriving in America, Else and Marvin started a family, living in 
Russell, Hays, Concordia, and Stockton. In 1965 they moved to Colby 
where they resided for the rest of their lives. 
Else was a homemaker for many years until she started working as a cook 
and baker for the Colby Middle and High Schools. She was best known for
 the delicious cinnamon rolls. Else was a talented seamstress, skilled 
in needlework, crocheting, knitting, painting and woodworking. Over the
 years she has given away 100’s of projects that her family and friends 
treasure. Her last project was a crocheted 5’ x 4’ wall hanging of The 
Lord’s Prayer which is on display at Salem Lutheran Church in 
Taylorsville, NC. 
Else was one of those gifted people who made friends out of strangers. 
She loved to travel with her family and met many people along the way. 
Family gatherings always included playing games and her family knew her 
as a strong competitor and gracious loser. She was one of the most 
selfless people, doing what was best to serve her family and others. 
She had several health struggles over the past couple of years, but she 
faced adversity with steady grace and tenacity with faith in God to see 
her through. 
Else was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Marvin Keil; her 
parents; siblings, Arne Bertelsen, Berit Karlsen and Ragnhild Wathne; 
and sons-in-law, Jim Spain and Don O’Briant. 
She is survived by her children: Susan Spain (Scott Stone), Manhattan, 
KS; Sharon O’Briant, Brandon, MS; Mary (Tom) Shoaff, Colby, KS; and 
Martin (Angie) Keil, Brandon, MS. Sibling: Oda Lund, Hafrsfjord, 
Norway; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren and one 
great-great grandchild along with other relatives in the U.S. and 
Norway. 
Visitation is Thursday, January 6, 2022, from 5-7:00 p.m. at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is Friday, January 7, 2022, at 10:30 
a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Colby, with burial to follow in Beulah 
Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church or Pioneer 
Memorial Library for Large Print Books in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO 
Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For condolences or information visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Else Jofrid Keil, 88, of Colby, received her gift of eternal life on 
Monday, January 3, 2022, at Citizens Medical Center, Colby, KS. She was 
born May 26, 1933, in Stavanger, Norway, to Berge and Inger Serine 
(Vestre) Bertelsen. 
Else was baptized in the faith June 23, 1933, and a lifelong member of 
the Lutheran Church. She was a member of LWML (Lutheran Women’s 
Missionary League) for more than 50 years. She served at church, 
assisted with Girl Scouts and stayed involved with all of her kids’ and 
grandkids’ activities. 
Else grew up in Norway during the time Germany occupied the country. 
Watching the German Army march through the streets of her hometown at 7 
years of age, she told her mother that she was moving to the United 
States when she was older. That came true at the age of 21, when she 
fell in love with Marvin Keil, a U.S. Air Force communications 
specialist. They married on June 5, 1954, at St. Petri Lutheran Church 
in Stavanger, Norway, and moved to England before leaving for the U.S. 
After arriving in America, Else and Marvin started a family, living in 
Russell, Hays, Concordia, and Stockton. In 1965 they moved to Colby 
where they resided for the rest of their lives. 
Else was a homemaker for many years until she started working as a cook 
and baker for the Colby Middle and High Schools. She was best known for
 the delicious cinnamon rolls. Else was a talented seamstress, skilled 
in needlework, crocheting, knitting, painting and woodworking. Over the
 years she has given away 100’s of projects that her family and friends 
treasure. Her last project was a crocheted 5’ x 4’ wall hanging of The 
Lord’s Prayer which is on display at Salem Lutheran Church in 
Taylorsville, NC. 
Else was one of those gifted people who made friends out of strangers. 
She loved to travel with her family and met many people along the way. 
Family gatherings always included playing games and her family knew her 
as a strong competitor and gracious loser. She was one of the most 
selfless people, doing what was best to serve her family and others. 
She had several health struggles over the past couple of years, but she 
faced adversity with steady grace and tenacity with faith in God to see 
her through. 
Else was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Marvin Keil; her 
parents; siblings, Arne Bertelsen, Berit Karlsen and Ragnhild Wathne; 
and sons-in-law, Jim Spain and Don O’Briant. 
She is survived by her children: Susan Spain (Scott Stone), Manhattan, 
KS; Sharon O’Briant, Brandon, MS; Mary (Tom) Shoaff, Colby, KS; and 
Martin (Angie) Keil, Brandon, MS. Sibling: Oda Lund, Hafrsfjord, 
Norway; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren and one 
great-great grandchild along with other relatives in the U.S. and 
Norway. 
Visitation is Thursday, January 6, 2022, from 5-7:00 p.m. at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is Friday, January 7, 2022, at 10:30 
a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Colby, with burial to follow in Beulah 
Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church or Pioneer 
Memorial Library for Large Print Books in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO 
Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For condolences or information visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Else Jofrid Keil

Edmund "Eddie" Zerr, age 83, of Grainfield, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter, Kansas. 

On obituary is pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Click <a href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/edmund-zerr">HERE</a> for service details.

Edmund "Eddie" Zerr, age 83, of Grainfield, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter, Kansas. On obituary is pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.Click <a href="https://www.schmittfuneral.com/obituary/edmund-zerr">HERE</a> for service details.

Edmund 'Eddie' Zerr

February 17, 1949
 -
 January 5, 2022

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Mary-Katherian--Kathy-McKenna-Otter?obId=23573670#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 -
 January 5, 2022An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Mary-Katherian--Kathy-McKenna-Otter?obId=23573670#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Mary Katherian (McKenna) Otter

Ronald Francis Kaiser, 77, died January 5, 2022, at his home in 
Redwing.&nbsp; He was born July 8, 1944, in Great Bend, Kansas, the son of 
Joseph L. and Regina M. (Debes) Kaiser.&nbsp; Ron graduated from Odin High 
School in 1962.&nbsp; He then served in the the United States Army and later 
transferred into the Army Reserves.

On April 23, 1966, he married Lucille Frances Jenisch at Holy Family Catholic Church in Odin.

A lifetime resident of Barton County, Ron worked for Marlette Homes 
for over 20 years and later as the custodian for USD 354, Claflin 
Elementary School. But first and foremost he was a farmer and helped 
farm the family farm with his father and later on his own.

He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #2630.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Lucille Kaiser of the home; 
and three sons, Brad Kaiser and special friend Kristi Beran of Salina, 
Troy Kaiser and wife Susan of Seymour, Indiana, Dale Kaiser and wife 
Sonja of Hesston; two brothers, Marvin Kaiser and wife Bernice of Hays 
and Gilbert Kaiser and wife Kathy of Kingman; and two sisters, Jolene 
Rziha and husband Jim of Great Bend, Marilyn Ricke of Hoisington; and 
nine grandchildren, Matt, Mike, Brett, Cole, Carly, Elise, Sydney, Evan,
 and Grace; two granddaughters of the heart, Hannah and Sarah; and one 
great grandchild on the way; numerous nieces and nephews, and great 
nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Corrine Finger.

Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday at Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., with Vigil and
 Knights of Columbus Rosary to begin at 7 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Monday, January 10, 2022, 
at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, celebrated by Father Terrance 
Klein.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Holy Family Building Fund, Dubuque Heritage 
Fund, or Claflin Ambulance Fund in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home,
 PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Ronald Francis Kaiser, 77, died January 5, 2022, at his home in 
Redwing.&nbsp; He was born July 8, 1944, in Great Bend, Kansas, the son of 
Joseph L. and Regina M. (Debes) Kaiser.&nbsp; Ron graduated from Odin High 
School in 1962.&nbsp; He then served in the the United States Army and later 
transferred into the Army Reserves.On April 23, 1966, he married Lucille Frances Jenisch at Holy Family Catholic Church in Odin.A lifetime resident of Barton County, Ron worked for Marlette Homes 
for over 20 years and later as the custodian for USD 354, Claflin 
Elementary School. But first and foremost he was a farmer and helped 
farm the family farm with his father and later on his own.He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #2630.Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Lucille Kaiser of the home; 
and three sons, Brad Kaiser and special friend Kristi Beran of Salina, 
Troy Kaiser and wife Susan of Seymour, Indiana, Dale Kaiser and wife 
Sonja of Hesston; two brothers, Marvin Kaiser and wife Bernice of Hays 
and Gilbert Kaiser and wife Kathy of Kingman; and two sisters, Jolene 
Rziha and husband Jim of Great Bend, Marilyn Ricke of Hoisington; and 
nine grandchildren, Matt, Mike, Brett, Cole, Carly, Elise, Sydney, Evan,
 and Grace; two granddaughters of the heart, Hannah and Sarah; and one 
great grandchild on the way; numerous nieces and nephews, and great 
nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Corrine Finger.Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday at Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home, family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., with Vigil and
 Knights of Columbus Rosary to begin at 7 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Monday, January 10, 2022, 
at Holy Family Catholic Church, Odin, celebrated by Father Terrance 
Klein.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Holy Family Building Fund, Dubuque Heritage 
Fund, or Claflin Ambulance Fund in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home,
 PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Ronald Francis Kaiser

Harold Karspeck, 101, of Goodland, Kansas passed away peacefully January 4, 2022, at the Goodland Regional Medical Center with his family by his side.&nbsp; Harold was born October 27, 1920, in Syracuse, NE.&nbsp; He was the son of Henry and Elizabeth Karspeck and the youngest of ten children.&nbsp; Harold was baptized into the Christian faith at the Delaware Country Church in Nebraska.&nbsp; The family farmed near Syracuse until Harold was six years old at which time they moved to the new farm his dad built six miles south of Burlington, Colorado. He attended a country school through the eighth grade and then attended Burlington High School, graduating in 1939. After graduation, he worked on the family farm northeast of Burlington with his parents.

After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Harold enlisted in the United States Army in July of 1942. He served in the European Theatre with the 168th General Hospital &nbsp; Unit.&nbsp; He was a motor pool sergeant in charge of ambulances, trucks and jeeps. The 168th crossed the Atlantic Ocean on the Queen Mary with Winston Churchill. The 168th Hospital Unit entered France on the beaches of Normandy the same way it was done on D-Day. Harold was honorably discharged February 1946.

He married Mary Jane Anthis, the love of his life, December 8, 1946 in Cushing, Oklahoma. They enjoyed 65 years together. To this union three children were born:&nbsp; Steven, Kathy and Roger. Harold and Mary raised their family on the farm northeast of Burlington. They grew wheat, corn, milo and raised cattle. Some of the years were very hard with drought and terrible hail storms. But through these hard times Harold always enjoyed taking his family on fishing trips in the mountains.&nbsp; While we were fishing, Dad kept a hot fire with a fresh pot of coffee for everyone to enjoy.

While on the farm, the family was active members of First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Burlington. When Harold and Mary moved to Goodland in 1977, they joined the Goodland United Methodist Church. At this time, they were still involved in the family farm but now had time to enjoy many cruises and visited numerous foreign countries.

Harold was a lifetime member of the Goodland VFW Post 1133.&nbsp; He served as post chaplain for many years. Harold was the last surviving WWII veteran in Sherman County.

Those preceding him in death were his wife Mary Karspeck, daughter Kathy Scott, his parents, siblings Agnes Tonsing, Hilda James, Ruby Tonsing, Omar Karspeck, Irene Skidmore, Edna Krebs, and three who died in infancy.

Survivors include sons Steven (JoAnn) Karspeck, Hoehne, CO; Roger (Deena) Karspeck, Burlington, CO; and son-in-law Bill (Jeanne) Scott, Gold Canyon, AZ; six grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 10, 2022 6:00 PM-8:00 PM at Koons-Russell-Funeral Home in Goodland, KS.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 10:00 AM at Goodland United Methodist Church, Goodland, KS.&nbsp; Interment will follow in Goodland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Goodland United Methodist Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

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 </figure>Harold Karspeck, 101, of Goodland, Kansas passed away peacefully January 4, 2022, at the Goodland Regional Medical Center with his family by his side.&nbsp; Harold was born October 27, 1920, in Syracuse, NE.&nbsp; He was the son of Henry and Elizabeth Karspeck and the youngest of ten children.&nbsp; Harold was baptized into the Christian faith at the Delaware Country Church in Nebraska.&nbsp; The family farmed near Syracuse until Harold was six years old at which time they moved to the new farm his dad built six miles south of Burlington, Colorado. He attended a country school through the eighth grade and then attended Burlington High School, graduating in 1939. After graduation, he worked on the family farm northeast of Burlington with his parents.After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Harold enlisted in the United States Army in July of 1942. He served in the European Theatre with the 168th General Hospital &nbsp; Unit.&nbsp; He was a motor pool sergeant in charge of ambulances, trucks and jeeps. The 168th crossed the Atlantic Ocean on the Queen Mary with Winston Churchill. The 168th Hospital Unit entered France on the beaches of Normandy the same way it was done on D-Day. Harold was honorably discharged February 1946.He married Mary Jane Anthis, the love of his life, December 8, 1946 in Cushing, Oklahoma. They enjoyed 65 years together. To this union three children were born:&nbsp; Steven, Kathy and Roger. Harold and Mary raised their family on the farm northeast of Burlington. They grew wheat, corn, milo and raised cattle. Some of the years were very hard with drought and terrible hail storms. But through these hard times Harold always enjoyed taking his family on fishing trips in the mountains.&nbsp; While we were fishing, Dad kept a hot fire with a fresh pot of coffee for everyone to enjoy.While on the farm, the family was active members of First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Burlington. When Harold and Mary moved to Goodland in 1977, they joined the Goodland United Methodist Church. At this time, they were still involved in the family farm but now had time to enjoy many cruises and visited numerous foreign countries.Harold was a lifetime member of the Goodland VFW Post 1133.&nbsp; He served as post chaplain for many years. Harold was the last surviving WWII veteran in Sherman County.Those preceding him in death were his wife Mary Karspeck, daughter Kathy Scott, his parents, siblings Agnes Tonsing, Hilda James, Ruby Tonsing, Omar Karspeck, Irene Skidmore, Edna Krebs, and three who died in infancy.Survivors include sons Steven (JoAnn) Karspeck, Hoehne, CO; Roger (Deena) Karspeck, Burlington, CO; and son-in-law Bill (Jeanne) Scott, Gold Canyon, AZ; six grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Monday, January 10, 2022 6:00 PM-8:00 PM at Koons-Russell-Funeral Home in Goodland, KS.Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 10:00 AM at Goodland United Methodist Church, Goodland, KS.&nbsp; Interment will follow in Goodland Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be designated to the Goodland United Methodist Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Harold Karspeck

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Angela Benavides, 41, passed away on January 2, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS.

Angela was born on October 2, 1980, to Irma Benavides in Goodland, KS.&nbsp; She was raised in Goodland and graduated from Goodland High School with the Class of 1999.

Angela met her husband Rafael “Junior” Macias in high school and shared love for an amazing 23 years.&nbsp; Soon to follow was their first born Rafael “Ralf” Macias IV born in October 1999.&nbsp; Then came their second born Mariza Jade Macias born in March 2002.

She started working for the Sherman County Early Childhood Center (SCECC) in September of 2009 and had worked for them for 12 years.&nbsp; Throughout her years of working there, she cared deeply for her co-workers and absolutely adored all the kids.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother Dominga Benavides, mother-in-law Ilda Macias and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Angela is survived by her husband “Baby Daddy” Rafael Macias III, two wonderful children Rafael “Jay” Macias IV and Mariza Jade Macias, her mother Irma Benavides; four sisters, Melinda Benavides of Goodland, KS, Crisy (Adrian) Conde of Bossier City, LA, Mary Hernandez of Goodland, KS and Crystal (Chris) Irvin of Goodland, KS; nieces and nephews, Cesar Jr., Sebastian, Mackenzie and Mackayla Rodriguez, Javy, Evanie, Dominic, Gabriela and Adam Conde, Alexzander Boll, and Julian and Kilian Irvin; sister-in-law Vanessa (Jose) Galindo of Campwood, TX and nieces Vanessa “Tita”, Zenaida and Angela Galindo, father-in-law Rafael (Esther) Macias of Waxahachie, TX.

Funeral services for Angela will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at 1:30 PM MT at Calvary Gospel Church in Goodland with Pastor Randy Payne officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Sherman County Early Childhood Center and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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 </figure>Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Angela Benavides, 41, passed away on January 2, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS.Angela was born on October 2, 1980, to Irma Benavides in Goodland, KS.&nbsp; She was raised in Goodland and graduated from Goodland High School with the Class of 1999.Angela met her husband Rafael “Junior” Macias in high school and shared love for an amazing 23 years.&nbsp; Soon to follow was their first born Rafael “Ralf” Macias IV born in October 1999.&nbsp; Then came their second born Mariza Jade Macias born in March 2002.She started working for the Sherman County Early Childhood Center (SCECC) in September of 2009 and had worked for them for 12 years.&nbsp; Throughout her years of working there, she cared deeply for her co-workers and absolutely adored all the kids.She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother Dominga Benavides, mother-in-law Ilda Macias and several aunts, uncles and cousins.Angela is survived by her husband “Baby Daddy” Rafael Macias III, two wonderful children Rafael “Jay” Macias IV and Mariza Jade Macias, her mother Irma Benavides; four sisters, Melinda Benavides of Goodland, KS, Crisy (Adrian) Conde of Bossier City, LA, Mary Hernandez of Goodland, KS and Crystal (Chris) Irvin of Goodland, KS; nieces and nephews, Cesar Jr., Sebastian, Mackenzie and Mackayla Rodriguez, Javy, Evanie, Dominic, Gabriela and Adam Conde, Alexzander Boll, and Julian and Kilian Irvin; sister-in-law Vanessa (Jose) Galindo of Campwood, TX and nieces Vanessa “Tita”, Zenaida and Angela Galindo, father-in-law Rafael (Esther) Macias of Waxahachie, TX.Funeral services for Angela will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at 1:30 PM MT at Calvary Gospel Church in Goodland with Pastor Randy Payne officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.Memorial contributions may be designated to the Sherman County Early Childhood Center and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Angela Benavides

Darryl Dean Bauman, 82, of&nbsp;Greensboro, NC, passed away December 30, 
2021, at his Greensboro home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial mass will be held&nbsp;at 1:30 PM&nbsp; 
(ET)&nbsp;Saturday, January 8, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in 
Greensboro, NC.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Darryl was born January 7, 1939, in Goodland, KS to Leonard and 
Margaret (Cotter) Bauman.&nbsp;&nbsp;Darryl received his early education in 
Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a child, he was happy to serve as an altar boy at Sunday 
mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;He attended 
Goodland High School where he played football for the Goodland 
Cowboys.&nbsp;&nbsp;Darryl attended college at Kansas State University and was a 
member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.&nbsp;&nbsp;He graduated from Fort Hays State
 University in 1961 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture.&nbsp;&nbsp;After 
college he joined the United States Army and was stationed in 
Germany.&nbsp;&nbsp;Upon completion of his military service he was employed by the
 United States Department of Labor working in Dodge City, KS, Kansas 
City, MO and Washington, D.C.&nbsp;&nbsp;He retired in 2004.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mr. Bauman was an active member at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in 
Greensboro, NC &nbsp;and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp;&nbsp;Being a 
member of the Fourth Degree is the highest and most prestigious degree 
within the organization and is awarded to Sir Knights who are dedicated 
to the service of their church, country and order.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He enjoyed watching football, participating in activities with his 
children, refereeing youth soccer games and doing crossword puzzles.&nbsp;&nbsp;He
 liked spending time with his beloved grand-dogs, Teddy and Shadow.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Darryl was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Margaret, and twin brother Jarrell Bauman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Gloria D. Bauman of the home; sister, 
Becky and husband Les &nbsp;Sheldon of Greeley, CO; children, Christie D. 
Pearson of Durham, NC, Douglas D. Bauman of Topeka, KS, and Jessica B. 
and husband Gary Hilliard of Greensboro, NC; and a host of family 
members and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

An interment service will be held&nbsp;on Saturday, April 2, 2022.&nbsp; Location: Goodland Cemetery,&nbsp;North Main Street in Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church – Fund for the Needy,&nbsp;1414 Gorrell Street, Greensboro, 
NC 27301.&nbsp;&nbsp;For information and online condolences 
visit&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

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2021, at his Greensboro home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A memorial mass will be held&nbsp;at 1:30 PM&nbsp; 
(ET)&nbsp;Saturday, January 8, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in 
Greensboro, NC.&nbsp;&nbsp;Darryl was born January 7, 1939, in Goodland, KS to Leonard and 
Margaret (Cotter) Bauman.&nbsp;&nbsp;Darryl received his early education in 
Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a child, he was happy to serve as an altar boy at Sunday 
mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;He attended 
Goodland High School where he played football for the Goodland 
Cowboys.&nbsp;&nbsp;Darryl attended college at Kansas State University and was a 
member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.&nbsp;&nbsp;He graduated from Fort Hays State
 University in 1961 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture.&nbsp;&nbsp;After 
college he joined the United States Army and was stationed in 
Germany.&nbsp;&nbsp;Upon completion of his military service he was employed by the
 United States Department of Labor working in Dodge City, KS, Kansas 
City, MO and Washington, D.C.&nbsp;&nbsp;He retired in 2004.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mr. Bauman was an active member at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in 
Greensboro, NC &nbsp;and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp;&nbsp;Being a 
member of the Fourth Degree is the highest and most prestigious degree 
within the organization and is awarded to Sir Knights who are dedicated 
to the service of their church, country and order.&nbsp;&nbsp;He enjoyed watching football, participating in activities with his 
children, refereeing youth soccer games and doing crossword puzzles.&nbsp;&nbsp;He
 liked spending time with his beloved grand-dogs, Teddy and Shadow.&nbsp;&nbsp;Darryl was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Margaret, and twin brother Jarrell Bauman.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Gloria D. Bauman of the home; sister, 
Becky and husband Les &nbsp;Sheldon of Greeley, CO; children, Christie D. 
Pearson of Durham, NC, Douglas D. Bauman of Topeka, KS, and Jessica B. 
and husband Gary Hilliard of Greensboro, NC; and a host of family 
members and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;An interment service will be held&nbsp;on Saturday, April 2, 2022.&nbsp; Location: Goodland Cemetery,&nbsp;North Main Street in Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church – Fund for the Needy,&nbsp;1414 Gorrell Street, Greensboro, 
NC 27301.&nbsp;&nbsp;For information and online condolences 
visit&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com

Darryl Dean Bauman

October 27, 1920 ~ January 4, 2022

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

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Harold Alfred Karspeck

Barbara Kay Struckhoff of Athol, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, January 
4th, 2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehabilitation of Smith Center
 She was born in Hastings, Nebraska, on December 29, 1943, to Vincent and Emerald Norton and she was the 4th of 5 children.
 She graduated from Franklin, Nebraska Public School in 1962. Shortly
 after graduation she married the love of her life Robert Edward 
Struckhoff on June 24th, 1962 in the United Methodist church of 
Franklin, Nebraska. Of this union two boys were born John Edward 
Struckhoff September 19th, 1963 and James J Struckhoff November 14th, 
1966.
 After marriage, Bob’s construction work lead them to Burdett, Kansas,&nbsp; and then finally Albion, Nebraska while in Albion Robert had an accident
 that caused life-threatening injuries, after many months of caring for 
Bob while he was in the hospital, they were then led back to Bob’s 
family farm where they partnered in farming for 56 years. Barbara spent
 many hours milking cows, driving tractors, gardening, and being a 
loving mother and so much more. While still helping on the family farm 
Barbara worked at KN Energy, for the Smith County Appraisers Office and 
finally 20 years of being a nursing assistant and ward clerk at Smith 
County Memorial Hospital. 
 In 1987, she was able to get the home of her dreams, while at her new
 home she developed a love for water gardens and flowers, she loved to 
share her flowers. She also enjoyed painting with her friends on 
Wednesdays, she painted many pictures that she gave to family. 
 Other important parts of her life included being a member of Athol 
United Church, traveling with her sister and brother-in-law (Janis and 
Gary Greening), chasing kids and grandkids to and from sporting events 
and other activities.
 In July of 2020 Robert and Barbara had to leave the family farm due 
to health issues and moved to Smith Center Health and Rehabilitation, 
Barb enjoyed the staff very much that cared for and quick to give staff 
hugs.
 Those left to Cherish her memories: Husband, Robert Edward 
Struckhoff, Sons, John Struckhoff of Kensington; Jim (Trisha) Struckhoff
 of Smith Center; Grandchildren: Alyssa Jones, Ashley Struckhoff 
(Dalton), Ragen Struckhoff, Reece Struckhoff, Addie Struckhoff, Joel 
(Heidi) Struckhoff, Samantha (Paul) Carswell ;Great Grandchildren; 
Kaley, Ryder, Harley, many family and friends. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents Vincent and Emerald Norton,
 her father and mother-in-law, Eddie and Geneva Struckhoff; brother, 
Ronald Norton, and grandson, Ryan Struckhoff.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Barbara-Kay-Struckhoff?obId=23571929#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Barbara Kay Struckhoff of Athol, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, January 
4th, 2022, at Smith Center Health and Rehabilitation of Smith Center
 She was born in Hastings, Nebraska, on December 29, 1943, to Vincent and Emerald Norton and she was the 4th of 5 children.
 She graduated from Franklin, Nebraska Public School in 1962. Shortly
 after graduation she married the love of her life Robert Edward 
Struckhoff on June 24th, 1962 in the United Methodist church of 
Franklin, Nebraska. Of this union two boys were born John Edward 
Struckhoff September 19th, 1963 and James J Struckhoff November 14th, 
1966.
 After marriage, Bob’s construction work lead them to Burdett, Kansas,&nbsp; and then finally Albion, Nebraska while in Albion Robert had an accident
 that caused life-threatening injuries, after many months of caring for 
Bob while he was in the hospital, they were then led back to Bob’s 
family farm where they partnered in farming for 56 years. Barbara spent
 many hours milking cows, driving tractors, gardening, and being a 
loving mother and so much more. While still helping on the family farm 
Barbara worked at KN Energy, for the Smith County Appraisers Office and 
finally 20 years of being a nursing assistant and ward clerk at Smith 
County Memorial Hospital. 
 In 1987, she was able to get the home of her dreams, while at her new
 home she developed a love for water gardens and flowers, she loved to 
share her flowers. She also enjoyed painting with her friends on 
Wednesdays, she painted many pictures that she gave to family. 
 Other important parts of her life included being a member of Athol 
United Church, traveling with her sister and brother-in-law (Janis and 
Gary Greening), chasing kids and grandkids to and from sporting events 
and other activities.
 In July of 2020 Robert and Barbara had to leave the family farm due 
to health issues and moved to Smith Center Health and Rehabilitation, 
Barb enjoyed the staff very much that cared for and quick to give staff 
hugs.
 Those left to Cherish her memories: Husband, Robert Edward 
Struckhoff, Sons, John Struckhoff of Kensington; Jim (Trisha) Struckhoff
 of Smith Center; Grandchildren: Alyssa Jones, Ashley Struckhoff 
(Dalton), Ragen Struckhoff, Reece Struckhoff, Addie Struckhoff, Joel 
(Heidi) Struckhoff, Samantha (Paul) Carswell ;Great Grandchildren; 
Kaley, Ryder, Harley, many family and friends. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents Vincent and Emerald Norton,
 her father and mother-in-law, Eddie and Geneva Struckhoff; brother, 
Ronald Norton, and grandson, Ryan Struckhoff.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Barbara-Kay-Struckhoff?obId=23571929#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Barbara Kay Struckhoff

Rose Marie Patrick, age 88, formerly of Hubbard, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday December 28, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Warren, Ohio.

Rose was born May 7, 1933 in Jermyn, PA. Lackawanna County; a daughter of Frank P. &amp; Veronica M. Crogan Clark.

She was a 1951 graduate of Ursuline High School.

Rose was a member of Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Hubbard.

Rose was a secretary for the railroad; and worked in real estate 
renting apartments in Buffalo, New York; and also resided in Hays, 
Kansas, for several years before returning to Hubbard.

Her husband Richard Paul Patrick Sr. whom she married November 1955 passed away January 1, 2008.

Besides her parents; she was preceded in death by her husband; her 
sons Richard Paul Patrick Jr.; Phillip P. Patrick; infant daughter 
Colleen R. Patrick; brothers; Frank Clark and John Clark; and her sister
 Anne Welsh.

There will be graveside services at 2 PM on Friday January 7, 2022 at Hubbard Union Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church 225 North Main Street Hubbard, Ohio&nbsp; 44425.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home.

Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home’s website at <a href="http://www.stewart-kyle.com">www.stewart-kyle.com</a> to share memories and condolences.

Rose Marie Patrick, age 88, formerly of Hubbard, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday December 28, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Warren, Ohio.Rose was born May 7, 1933 in Jermyn, PA. Lackawanna County; a daughter of Frank P. &amp; Veronica M. Crogan Clark.She was a 1951 graduate of Ursuline High School.Rose was a member of Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Hubbard.Rose was a secretary for the railroad; and worked in real estate 
renting apartments in Buffalo, New York; and also resided in Hays, 
Kansas, for several years before returning to Hubbard.Her husband Richard Paul Patrick Sr. whom she married November 1955 passed away January 1, 2008.Besides her parents; she was preceded in death by her husband; her 
sons Richard Paul Patrick Jr.; Phillip P. Patrick; infant daughter 
Colleen R. Patrick; brothers; Frank Clark and John Clark; and her sister
 Anne Welsh.There will be graveside services at 2 PM on Friday January 7, 2022 at Hubbard Union Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church 225 North Main Street Hubbard, Ohio&nbsp; 44425.Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home.Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home’s website at <a href="http://www.stewart-kyle.com">www.stewart-kyle.com</a> to share memories and condolences.

Rose Marie Patrick

Frankie L. Cremeans, age 77, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021,&nbsp; at her home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on April 19, 1944, in 
Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of Sylvester and Buelah Westfall 
Mundy.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 2018 moving from New 
Smyrna Beach, Florida, she was a homemaker.

On June 8, 1959, she married Lee Roy Cremeans.

Survivors include her One Daughter - Lisa Cremeans of Scott City, 
Kansas, One Son - Frankie Lee Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 
Eight Grandchildren - Roy Edmonds of Tribune, Kansas, Kyle Johnston of 
Scott City, Kansas, Daniel Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 
Brianna Latimer of Scott City, Kansas, Brittany Cremeans of New Smyrna 
Beach, Florida, Douglas Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, Summer Cremeans of
 New Smyrna Beach, Kayden Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, and Three Great 
Grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Two Children, One Brother, and Six Sisters.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be written to Frankie Cremeans 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas.

Frankie L. Cremeans, age 77, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021,&nbsp; at her home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on April 19, 1944, in 
Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of Sylvester and Buelah Westfall 
Mundy.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, Kansas since 2018 moving from New 
Smyrna Beach, Florida, she was a homemaker.On June 8, 1959, she married Lee Roy Cremeans.Survivors include her One Daughter - Lisa Cremeans of Scott City, 
Kansas, One Son - Frankie Lee Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 
Eight Grandchildren - Roy Edmonds of Tribune, Kansas, Kyle Johnston of 
Scott City, Kansas, Daniel Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 
Brianna Latimer of Scott City, Kansas, Brittany Cremeans of New Smyrna 
Beach, Florida, Douglas Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, Summer Cremeans of
 New Smyrna Beach, Kayden Cremeans of New Smyrna Beach, and Three Great 
Grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Two Children, One Brother, and Six Sisters.Private family services will be held at a later date.There will be no calling times.In lieu of flowers, donations can be written to Frankie Cremeans 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas.

Frankie L. Cremeans

Leroy Charles Addison, 96, passed away on January 1, 2022, in 
Wellington, Kansas.&nbsp; He led an active and varied life during the Dust 
Bowl in Western Kansas, throughout his service in World War II, as a 
saxophone player in his navy band and other bands from Oklahoma to South
 Dakota, while working in the oil and gas industry, and when farming in 
Gray County, Kansas.

Leroy was born on July 23, 1925, the son of Forrest Arthur and Hazel 
Grace (Beery) Addison at their farm home four miles south of Cimarron, 
Kansas.

Leroy graduated from Cimarron High School in 1943 and enlisted in the
 Navy in 1944, serving for two years in the Pacific before the end of 
World War II. Leroy was baptized in the First Christian Church and was a
 life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

He married Madaline Maxine Byer Hewes on April 12, 1949, in 
Stillwater, Oklahoma.&nbsp; The couple farmed north of Ingalls in l949, and 
Leroy was elected to the Ingalls Board of Education in l950.

In 1951, they bought land south of Cimarron, where they lived and farmed.

During the drought of the mid-1950s, Leroy took a job with the 
drilling and production department of the Northern Natural Gas Producing
 Company in Hugoton.&nbsp; Later, upon his promotion to foreman for 
Northern’s South Central United States division, he moved his family to 
Midland, Texas.

In 1964, Northern was bought out by the Mobil Oil Company, and Leroy 
and his family moved back to Kansas, where he worked as supervisor for 
the Kansas Corporation Commission’s Oil and Gas Department over the 
Central Kansas area.&nbsp; He began independent drilling and production, 
opening a consulting business in that field.

At this time, Leroy and his family made their home in Cimarron. He 
also began consulting for Gear Petroleum Company, of Wichita, and 
drilled a discovery well in Gray County, south of Ingalls. A licensed 
pilot since 1948, Leroy flew from South Texas to Canada, consulting for 
Gear Petroleum.

Leroy and Madaline enjoyed traveling together, and between l974 and 
2007, they wintered at their homes in Port Isabel, South Padre Island, 
Texas.

Leroy and Madeline had two children together:&nbsp; Ritchie Eugene 
Addison, Wellington, Kansas; and Deema JaRue Addison, of Arlington, 
Texas.&nbsp; Leroy also helped raise three step-sons:&nbsp; Rick Hewes, of 
Garnett, Kansas; Michael Hewes, of Storrs, Connecticut; and Dan Hewes.

Leroy is survived by his son, Ritchie and wife Patty, his daughter 
JaRue; two stepsons; five grandchildren, Josh Addison, Wichita, Kansas, 
Beau Addison, Highland Township, Michigan, Kevin Addison, Overland Park,
 Kansas, Sharon Mendoza and husband Jorge Eduardo, Columbus, Ohio and 
Jaqui Arreola, Overland Park, Kansas; and one great-granddaughter, 
Kaylee Rose Addison.

He was preceded in death by his wife Madaline in 2009, just after the
 couple’s 60th wedding anniversary.&nbsp; His brother, Carl Eugene (“Doc”) 
Addison, who passed away in 2002 and a step-son, Dan Hewes.

Graveside service will be on Monday, January 10, 2022 at 1:00 PM at 
Cimarron Cemetery with David Johnson officiating. There will Military 
Honors by the Howard Gotschall VFW Post 1714. Visitation will be Sunday,
 January 9, 2022 from noon to 5:00 PM at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 
Cimarron, Kansas.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to the Cimarron Over 50’s Center in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Leroy Charles Addison, 96, passed away on January 1, 2022, in 
Wellington, Kansas.&nbsp; He led an active and varied life during the Dust 
Bowl in Western Kansas, throughout his service in World War II, as a 
saxophone player in his navy band and other bands from Oklahoma to South
 Dakota, while working in the oil and gas industry, and when farming in 
Gray County, Kansas.Leroy was born on July 23, 1925, the son of Forrest Arthur and Hazel 
Grace (Beery) Addison at their farm home four miles south of Cimarron, 
Kansas.Leroy graduated from Cimarron High School in 1943 and enlisted in the
 Navy in 1944, serving for two years in the Pacific before the end of 
World War II. Leroy was baptized in the First Christian Church and was a
 life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).He married Madaline Maxine Byer Hewes on April 12, 1949, in 
Stillwater, Oklahoma.&nbsp; The couple farmed north of Ingalls in l949, and 
Leroy was elected to the Ingalls Board of Education in l950.In 1951, they bought land south of Cimarron, where they lived and farmed.During the drought of the mid-1950s, Leroy took a job with the 
drilling and production department of the Northern Natural Gas Producing
 Company in Hugoton.&nbsp; Later, upon his promotion to foreman for 
Northern’s South Central United States division, he moved his family to 
Midland, Texas.In 1964, Northern was bought out by the Mobil Oil Company, and Leroy 
and his family moved back to Kansas, where he worked as supervisor for 
the Kansas Corporation Commission’s Oil and Gas Department over the 
Central Kansas area.&nbsp; He began independent drilling and production, 
opening a consulting business in that field.At this time, Leroy and his family made their home in Cimarron. He 
also began consulting for Gear Petroleum Company, of Wichita, and 
drilled a discovery well in Gray County, south of Ingalls. A licensed 
pilot since 1948, Leroy flew from South Texas to Canada, consulting for 
Gear Petroleum.Leroy and Madaline enjoyed traveling together, and between l974 and 
2007, they wintered at their homes in Port Isabel, South Padre Island, 
Texas.Leroy and Madeline had two children together:&nbsp; Ritchie Eugene 
Addison, Wellington, Kansas; and Deema JaRue Addison, of Arlington, 
Texas.&nbsp; Leroy also helped raise three step-sons:&nbsp; Rick Hewes, of 
Garnett, Kansas; Michael Hewes, of Storrs, Connecticut; and Dan Hewes.Leroy is survived by his son, Ritchie and wife Patty, his daughter 
JaRue; two stepsons; five grandchildren, Josh Addison, Wichita, Kansas, 
Beau Addison, Highland Township, Michigan, Kevin Addison, Overland Park,
 Kansas, Sharon Mendoza and husband Jorge Eduardo, Columbus, Ohio and 
Jaqui Arreola, Overland Park, Kansas; and one great-granddaughter, 
Kaylee Rose Addison.He was preceded in death by his wife Madaline in 2009, just after the
 couple’s 60th wedding anniversary.&nbsp; His brother, Carl Eugene (“Doc”) 
Addison, who passed away in 2002 and a step-son, Dan Hewes.Graveside service will be on Monday, January 10, 2022 at 1:00 PM at 
Cimarron Cemetery with David Johnson officiating. There will Military 
Honors by the Howard Gotschall VFW Post 1714. Visitation will be Sunday,
 January 9, 2022 from noon to 5:00 PM at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 
Cimarron, Kansas.&nbsp;The family suggests memorials to the Cimarron Over 50’s Center in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Leroy Charles Addison

George E. Myers III, age 70, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022,&nbsp; at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
June 15, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Theodore and Lyda Kaye 
Jones Myers.&nbsp; A resident of Canadian, Texas from 1994 to 1997 when he 
moved to Scott City, Kansas in August of 1997 to work for Oneok as a 
natural gas plant operator.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church and Scott Community Golf 
Course both of Scott City, Kansas, and the Monahans Community Christian 
Theatre of Monahans, Texas.

On July 24, 1982, he married Jessie Davila in Monahans, Texas.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his Wife - Jessie Myers of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Crystal Heim of Scott City, Kansas, Amber Myers of Scott 
City, Kansas, Two Sons - Alex Myers of Scott City, Kansas, Matthew &amp;
 April Bergner of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother Ted Myers of Ann 
Arbor, Michigan, One Sister - Connie Houston of Detroit, Michigan, and 
Six Grandchildren - Braylin &amp; Kendall Heim of Scott City, Kansas, 
Leightyn Heim of Scott City, Kansas, Jadyn Heim of Scott City, Kansas, 
Bella Myers of Scott City, Kansas, Ryann Myers of Scott City, Kansas, 
Peyton Bergner of Scott City, Kansas.

He is preceded in death by his Parents and One Brother - James Myers.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 6, 
2022, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle 
Evans presiding.&nbsp; Services will be Livestreamed at www.priceandsons.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be written to George Myers Memorial
 Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas.

Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery.

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 </figure>George E. Myers III, age 70, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022,&nbsp; at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
June 15, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Theodore and Lyda Kaye 
Jones Myers.&nbsp; A resident of Canadian, Texas from 1994 to 1997 when he 
moved to Scott City, Kansas in August of 1997 to work for Oneok as a 
natural gas plant operator.He was a member of the First Baptist Church and Scott Community Golf 
Course both of Scott City, Kansas, and the Monahans Community Christian 
Theatre of Monahans, Texas.On July 24, 1982, he married Jessie Davila in Monahans, Texas.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his Wife - Jessie Myers of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Crystal Heim of Scott City, Kansas, Amber Myers of Scott 
City, Kansas, Two Sons - Alex Myers of Scott City, Kansas, Matthew &amp;
 April Bergner of Scott City, Kansas, One Brother Ted Myers of Ann 
Arbor, Michigan, One Sister - Connie Houston of Detroit, Michigan, and 
Six Grandchildren - Braylin &amp; Kendall Heim of Scott City, Kansas, 
Leightyn Heim of Scott City, Kansas, Jadyn Heim of Scott City, Kansas, 
Bella Myers of Scott City, Kansas, Ryann Myers of Scott City, Kansas, 
Peyton Bergner of Scott City, Kansas.He is preceded in death by his Parents and One Brother - James Myers.Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 6, 
2022, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle 
Evans presiding.&nbsp; Services will be Livestreamed at www.priceandsons.com.There will be no calling times.In lieu of flowers, donations can be written to George Myers Memorial
 Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas.Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery.

George E. Myers III

Donald "Don" J. Crawford of Ponca City, Okla., passed away Monday, December 27, 2021, at Alliance Health Center in Ponca City. He was 90. 
Born to Jesse &amp; Cassie (Bowker) Crawford in Phillipsburg, Kansas on 
July 8, 1931. Don was fourth of five children. He went to school in 
Phillipsburg, graduating with the class of 1949 at the age of 17. He 
attended Fort Hays Kansas State Teachers College and then Arkansas City 
Junior College graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Education. He 
taught one year in a one room school house teaching grades 1-6 in Maple 
City,Kansas. He moved to Ponca City in 1952. He went to work for Lucky's
 TV for 8 1/2 years before opening his own television repair shop called
 Don's TV in 1962. He was in business for 14 years before going to work 
for Smith International in 1976 as a maintenance mechanic. He traveled 
to Venezuela during his time with Smith's training people on machines. 
He retired from Smith's in 1993. 
May 6, 1951 he married Velma Spurgeon and they made their home in Ponca 
City. On January 21, 1952 they welcomed a daughter Donna Jo making them a
 family of three. Velma passed away from cancer in July 1990. On June 8,
 1991 he married Vickie Bailey and they were married until her death in 
November 2018. 
Don enjoyed doing many things but his most favorite thing was flying his
 Cessna 177 Cardinal airplane. He earned his pilots license in 1972. He 
owned several airplanes and even built one with his grandson Kyle. 
Survivors include his daughter Donna White, grandsons Kyle(Calvia) Albee
 and Cameron(Misti) Albee all of Newkirk. Step daughter Kym Vap, step 
sons Monty Eckler and Shane Bailey all of Ponca City. Step 
granddaughters Amy Arbona, Sasha Steelemon, Lindsey Hobbs, LeighAnn 
Giles and Monica Pratt all of Ponca City. Step grandsons Garrett Bailey 
of Ponca City and Tanner Eckler of Owasso. 20 great grandchildren and 2 
great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. 
He was proceeded in death by his parents, his wives Velma and Vickie, 
brothers Jesse and Harold and sisters Opal and Esther and step son in 
law Tony Vap. 
Graveside services were January 3, 2022, at Newkirk Cemetery.&nbsp;Arrangements are with Miller Stahl Funeral Home/Grace Memorial Chapel.

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 </figure>Donald "Don" J. Crawford of Ponca City, Okla., passed away Monday, December 27, 2021, at Alliance Health Center in Ponca City. He was 90. 
Born to Jesse &amp; Cassie (Bowker) Crawford in Phillipsburg, Kansas on 
July 8, 1931. Don was fourth of five children. He went to school in 
Phillipsburg, graduating with the class of 1949 at the age of 17. He 
attended Fort Hays Kansas State Teachers College and then Arkansas City 
Junior College graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Education. He 
taught one year in a one room school house teaching grades 1-6 in Maple 
City,Kansas. He moved to Ponca City in 1952. He went to work for Lucky's
 TV for 8 1/2 years before opening his own television repair shop called
 Don's TV in 1962. He was in business for 14 years before going to work 
for Smith International in 1976 as a maintenance mechanic. He traveled 
to Venezuela during his time with Smith's training people on machines. 
He retired from Smith's in 1993. 
May 6, 1951 he married Velma Spurgeon and they made their home in Ponca 
City. On January 21, 1952 they welcomed a daughter Donna Jo making them a
 family of three. Velma passed away from cancer in July 1990. On June 8,
 1991 he married Vickie Bailey and they were married until her death in 
November 2018. 
Don enjoyed doing many things but his most favorite thing was flying his
 Cessna 177 Cardinal airplane. He earned his pilots license in 1972. He 
owned several airplanes and even built one with his grandson Kyle. 
Survivors include his daughter Donna White, grandsons Kyle(Calvia) Albee
 and Cameron(Misti) Albee all of Newkirk. Step daughter Kym Vap, step 
sons Monty Eckler and Shane Bailey all of Ponca City. Step 
granddaughters Amy Arbona, Sasha Steelemon, Lindsey Hobbs, LeighAnn 
Giles and Monica Pratt all of Ponca City. Step grandsons Garrett Bailey 
of Ponca City and Tanner Eckler of Owasso. 20 great grandchildren and 2 
great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. 
He was proceeded in death by his parents, his wives Velma and Vickie, 
brothers Jesse and Harold and sisters Opal and Esther and step son in 
law Tony Vap. 
Graveside services were January 3, 2022, at Newkirk Cemetery.&nbsp;Arrangements are with Miller Stahl Funeral Home/Grace Memorial Chapel.

Donald 'Don' J. Crawford

Ronald G. Boxum, 80, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center KS. 
 Ronald was born March 27, 1941, in Osborne County, KS, the son of 
Harold and Gladys (Hofer) Boxum.&nbsp; On April 24, 1974, he married Theresa 
Ann Reif in Smith Center, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents. 
 Ronald is survived by his wife Theresa Boxum of Lebanon; four sons, 
Troy Boxum of Dallas, TX, Todd (BobbiJo) Boxum of Osborne, Robert (Kye) 
Boxum of Salina, Thomas (Crystal) Boxum of Smith Center; two daughters, 
Renée (Brian) Blase of Salina, Raquel Boxum of Smith Center; one 
brother, Richard Boxum of Downs; two sisters, Marideen (Junior) 
VanderGiesen of Smith Center, Charlotte (Bob) Michel of Downs; numerous 
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. 
 Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 8, 
2022, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, 
KS, with Pastor Bob Sinclair officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on 
Friday, January 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with &nbsp;family present 
to greet friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. until service 
time Saturday at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Crystal 
Plains Cemetery, Smith County, KS. Memorials may be given to Ronald G. 
Boxum Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald G. Boxum, 80, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022, at Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center KS. 
 Ronald was born March 27, 1941, in Osborne County, KS, the son of 
Harold and Gladys (Hofer) Boxum.&nbsp; On April 24, 1974, he married Theresa 
Ann Reif in Smith Center, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents. 
 Ronald is survived by his wife Theresa Boxum of Lebanon; four sons, 
Troy Boxum of Dallas, TX, Todd (BobbiJo) Boxum of Osborne, Robert (Kye) 
Boxum of Salina, Thomas (Crystal) Boxum of Smith Center; two daughters, 
Renée (Brian) Blase of Salina, Raquel Boxum of Smith Center; one 
brother, Richard Boxum of Downs; two sisters, Marideen (Junior) 
VanderGiesen of Smith Center, Charlotte (Bob) Michel of Downs; numerous 
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. 
 Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 8, 
2022, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, 
KS, with Pastor Bob Sinclair officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on 
Friday, January 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with &nbsp;family present 
to greet friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. until service 
time Saturday at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Crystal 
Plains Cemetery, Smith County, KS. Memorials may be given to Ronald G. 
Boxum Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

Ronald Boxum

Mary Jane Seems, 91, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022, in Smith Center, KS. 
 Mary Jane was born May 27, 1930, in Lebanon, KS, the daughter of Oren 
Marshall and Rachel Mary (Cherrington) Smith.&nbsp; Mary Jane was united in 
marriage to Lynn "Duke" Seems on February 2, 1949, to this union they 
were blessed with four children, Linda, Jerry, Teresa and Judy. 
 She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of Smith Center, and a 
past member of St. Mary's Catholic Church Altar Society. She
 leaves to mourn her passing, three daughters, Linda Mans &amp; husband 
Dave of Red Cloud, NE, Teresa Pruden &amp; husband Richard of Smith 
Center, Judy Seems of Canton; a sister-in-law, Janet Seems of Smith 
Center; eleven grandchildren, Amiee Hoard, Chad (Tammi) Mans, Adam 
(Jackie) Mans, Sandy Swinehart, Soni Henson, Jeremy Seems, Rick (Joanna)
 Pruden, Robert (Sara) Pruden, Tracy (Sarah) Pruden, Tabatha (Tim) 
Deines, Gabe Griffith, twenty-six great grandchildren, Austin &nbsp;&amp; 
Casey Shipman &amp; Noah Hoard, Josi, Jami &amp; Jerik Mans, Thatcher 
Mans, Josh &amp; Cameron Houle, Maddie &amp; Ellie Henson, Carliee 
Seems, Ben, Maddie, Lily, Avery, Isabel &amp; Gabe Pruden, Emily, Ellie 
&amp; Abby Pruden, Ava, Elliott, and Elanor Pruden, Jordan Wilson &amp; 
Katie Deines, three great-great grandchildren, Rylan, Raidan and Renton 
and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Duke, son Jerry and daughter-in-law Evelyn, parents, one brother, and three sisters. 
 Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 
11, 2022 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 403 W. Highway 36, Smith Center,
 KS, with Father Soosaimari Rathinam - Celebrant. Visitation will be 
held Monday, January 10, 2022, 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a rosary 
starting at 7:00 p.m. at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., 
Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith 
Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Smith Center Fire Department and 
can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Mary Jane Seems, 91, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022, in Smith Center, KS. 
 Mary Jane was born May 27, 1930, in Lebanon, KS, the daughter of Oren 
Marshall and Rachel Mary (Cherrington) Smith.&nbsp; Mary Jane was united in 
marriage to Lynn "Duke" Seems on February 2, 1949, to this union they 
were blessed with four children, Linda, Jerry, Teresa and Judy. 
 She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of Smith Center, and a 
past member of St. Mary's Catholic Church Altar Society. She
 leaves to mourn her passing, three daughters, Linda Mans &amp; husband 
Dave of Red Cloud, NE, Teresa Pruden &amp; husband Richard of Smith 
Center, Judy Seems of Canton; a sister-in-law, Janet Seems of Smith 
Center; eleven grandchildren, Amiee Hoard, Chad (Tammi) Mans, Adam 
(Jackie) Mans, Sandy Swinehart, Soni Henson, Jeremy Seems, Rick (Joanna)
 Pruden, Robert (Sara) Pruden, Tracy (Sarah) Pruden, Tabatha (Tim) 
Deines, Gabe Griffith, twenty-six great grandchildren, Austin &nbsp;&amp; 
Casey Shipman &amp; Noah Hoard, Josi, Jami &amp; Jerik Mans, Thatcher 
Mans, Josh &amp; Cameron Houle, Maddie &amp; Ellie Henson, Carliee 
Seems, Ben, Maddie, Lily, Avery, Isabel &amp; Gabe Pruden, Emily, Ellie 
&amp; Abby Pruden, Ava, Elliott, and Elanor Pruden, Jordan Wilson &amp; 
Katie Deines, three great-great grandchildren, Rylan, Raidan and Renton 
and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Duke, son Jerry and daughter-in-law Evelyn, parents, one brother, and three sisters. 
 Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 
11, 2022 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 403 W. Highway 36, Smith Center,
 KS, with Father Soosaimari Rathinam - Celebrant. Visitation will be 
held Monday, January 10, 2022, 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a rosary 
starting at 7:00 p.m. at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., 
Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith 
Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Smith Center Fire Department and 
can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Jane Seems

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

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Ryan LeRoy Smith, age 27, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Stormont-Vail Health in Topeka, Kansas.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 19th &amp; 
Vine, Hays, Kansas. Burial will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Friday 5 PM - 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7:30 PM all at 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Saturday visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 the family to be designated at a later date. Donations may be made 
payable to Bryan Smith.

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

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 </figure>Ryan LeRoy Smith, age 27, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Stormont-Vail Health in Topeka, Kansas.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 19th &amp; 
Vine, Hays, Kansas. Burial will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Friday 5 PM - 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7:30 PM all at 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Saturday visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 the family to be designated at a later date. Donations may be made 
payable to Bryan Smith.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Ryan LeRoy Smith

Clarence “Red” Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas was born June 4, 1940, in Linn 
County, Kansas. He passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City at the age of 81. He married Leeta 
Wishon Dingus on April 12, 1960. Clarence and Leeta owned and operated 
Dingus Well and Trenching Service for most of their married life. Red 
Enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling, square dancing, and spending time 
with family and friends. He was a member of the Lions Club and the 
Holcomb Community Church. 
 Survivors include his children Cheryl and husband Marty Fryar of 
Larned, Kansas, Darin and his wife Jane Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas, and 
Steven and his wife Elizabeth Dingus of Richland, Missouri; his 
grandchildren Christopher Parker, Amber Atchinson, Anthony and Andrew 
Dingus, Chassidy Green, Quincy, Wesley, Bethany, Khloey, Malachi, and 
Darby Dingus; 16 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchidlren; and 
his 2 brothers Robert and Cecil Dingus. 
 Red is preceded in death by his parents Chester Dingus and Ina 
McGregory Dingus; his wife Leeta Wishon Dingus; his siblings Elizabeth, 
Ruth, Eva, Donna, Katherine, Marvin, Nellie and Carl; and a grandson 
Avery Dingus. 
 Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 10, 
2022, at the Church of the Brethren in Garden City with Von Hunn 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Deerfield Cemetery in Deerfield,
 Kansas. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 
from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday all at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to Friends of Lee Richardson 
Zoo in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Clarence “Red” Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas was born June 4, 1940, in Linn 
County, Kansas. He passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City at the age of 81. He married Leeta 
Wishon Dingus on April 12, 1960. Clarence and Leeta owned and operated 
Dingus Well and Trenching Service for most of their married life. Red 
Enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling, square dancing, and spending time 
with family and friends. He was a member of the Lions Club and the 
Holcomb Community Church. 
 Survivors include his children Cheryl and husband Marty Fryar of 
Larned, Kansas, Darin and his wife Jane Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas, and 
Steven and his wife Elizabeth Dingus of Richland, Missouri; his 
grandchildren Christopher Parker, Amber Atchinson, Anthony and Andrew 
Dingus, Chassidy Green, Quincy, Wesley, Bethany, Khloey, Malachi, and 
Darby Dingus; 16 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchidlren; and 
his 2 brothers Robert and Cecil Dingus. 
 Red is preceded in death by his parents Chester Dingus and Ina 
McGregory Dingus; his wife Leeta Wishon Dingus; his siblings Elizabeth, 
Ruth, Eva, Donna, Katherine, Marvin, Nellie and Carl; and a grandson 
Avery Dingus. 
 Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 10, 
2022, at the Church of the Brethren in Garden City with Von Hunn 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Deerfield Cemetery in Deerfield,
 Kansas. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 
from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday all at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to Friends of Lee Richardson 
Zoo in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Clarence 'Red' Dingus

Thelma M. Smith, 100, Hays, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at Via Christi Village.

She was born June 22, 1921, in Okmulgee,
 Oklahoma, the daughter of John and Annie (Jones) Chronister.&nbsp; On June 4,
 1948, she was united in marriage to Benford E. “Ben” Smith in Okmulgee.&nbsp;
 He died on November 16, 1984.&nbsp; In 1959, they moved to Hays, Kansas,&nbsp; where Ben was working with the Texaco Oil Company, and Thelma has been a
 resident of Hays since that time.&nbsp; She worked at Fort Hays State 
University for 21 years, retiring in 1981.&nbsp; Thelma was a 50-year member 
of the Hays Chapter #288 Order of the Eastern Star, serving as Worthy 
Matron in 1966, a member of the District Aides Association of The Grand 
Chapter of Kansas, where she served one term as District Aide, and a 
member of the New Life Center – Assembly of God Church of Hays.&nbsp; She 
enjoyed attending her church faithfully and for many years shared her 
gift of music as the church pianist.&nbsp; She helped in the delivering of 
Meals on Wheels when the church took its turn and always enjoyed the 
friendship of its members and friends.

Survivors include two nieces: Barbara 
Eads of Dumas, TX and Diane Simpson and husband Gail of Pflugerville, 
TX, two nephews: Allen Chronister and wife Jamie of Skellytown, TX and 
John Gough of Argonia, KS, and several great nieces and great nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Ben, two sisters: Louise Little and Ruth Allison 
Cain, a brother: Johnny Chronister, a niece: Margaret Ann Gough, three 
nephews: Charles Little, Dale Little, and Jerry Eads and a great nephew:
 Jimmy Eads.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on
 Thursday, January 6, 2022, at the New Life Center – Assembly of God 
Church, with Pastor Sabian Chaney officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 
9:00 am until service time on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; Burial will be at
 2:00 pm on Friday in the Okmulgee Cemetery with Pastor Eddie McElhannon
 officiating.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the New Life Center – Assembly
 of God Church of Hays, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Thelma may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Thelma M. Smith, 100, Hays, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at Via Christi Village.She was born June 22, 1921, in Okmulgee,
 Oklahoma, the daughter of John and Annie (Jones) Chronister.&nbsp; On June 4,
 1948, she was united in marriage to Benford E. “Ben” Smith in Okmulgee.&nbsp;
 He died on November 16, 1984.&nbsp; In 1959, they moved to Hays, Kansas,&nbsp; where Ben was working with the Texaco Oil Company, and Thelma has been a
 resident of Hays since that time.&nbsp; She worked at Fort Hays State 
University for 21 years, retiring in 1981.&nbsp; Thelma was a 50-year member 
of the Hays Chapter #288 Order of the Eastern Star, serving as Worthy 
Matron in 1966, a member of the District Aides Association of The Grand 
Chapter of Kansas, where she served one term as District Aide, and a 
member of the New Life Center – Assembly of God Church of Hays.&nbsp; She 
enjoyed attending her church faithfully and for many years shared her 
gift of music as the church pianist.&nbsp; She helped in the delivering of 
Meals on Wheels when the church took its turn and always enjoyed the 
friendship of its members and friends.Survivors include two nieces: Barbara 
Eads of Dumas, TX and Diane Simpson and husband Gail of Pflugerville, 
TX, two nephews: Allen Chronister and wife Jamie of Skellytown, TX and 
John Gough of Argonia, KS, and several great nieces and great nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Ben, two sisters: Louise Little and Ruth Allison 
Cain, a brother: Johnny Chronister, a niece: Margaret Ann Gough, three 
nephews: Charles Little, Dale Little, and Jerry Eads and a great nephew:
 Jimmy Eads.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on
 Thursday, January 6, 2022, at the New Life Center – Assembly of God 
Church, with Pastor Sabian Chaney officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 
9:00 am until service time on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; Burial will be at
 2:00 pm on Friday in the Okmulgee Cemetery with Pastor Eddie McElhannon
 officiating.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the New Life Center – Assembly
 of God Church of Hays, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Thelma may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Thelma M. Smith

Roy Donald Pywell, 81 passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022. Born April 30, 1940, the son of Cecil and Alice Fern Pywell. 
 He is survived by sons Mark and wife Sally of Burdett, Brad and Mary
 of Lindsborg, daughter Joy Edghill and husband Darre, Murfreesboro TN; 
grandsons, Lane Pywell, Chase and Corbin Pywell, Malachi and Syre 
Edghill; and brother Lonnie Pywell. He was preceded in death by his 
wife Evelyn, parents, and brothers Charles ‘Corky’ and James Pywell.
 Roy grew up on a family farm near Palco. He graduated from Fort 
Hays State University. He married his wife Evelyn Corwin on August 11, 
1963. He worked for the United States Soil Conservation Service for 
many years. After retirement he worked for Coop in Satanta and 
Sublette. Roy loved his family. Anyone who knew him discovered how 
proud he was of his children and grandchildren within the first few 
conversations. Roy’s smile and wonderful personality blessed everyone 
who was around him.
 Roy committed his life to loving the Lord and serving as a prayer 
warrior for many. We celebrate his life as one well lived and are 
thankful for the blessing, he was to us. He will be deeply missed. 
 A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the 
First Baptist Church in Plainville, Kansas at 10:30 AM. Visitation will 
be on Friday at the funeral home from 5PM until 7 PM with family 
receiving friends from 5PM to 6:30PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the Sublette Southern Baptist Church and 
may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67663.

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 </figure>Roy Donald Pywell, 81 passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022. Born April 30, 1940, the son of Cecil and Alice Fern Pywell. 
 He is survived by sons Mark and wife Sally of Burdett, Brad and Mary
 of Lindsborg, daughter Joy Edghill and husband Darre, Murfreesboro TN; 
grandsons, Lane Pywell, Chase and Corbin Pywell, Malachi and Syre 
Edghill; and brother Lonnie Pywell. He was preceded in death by his 
wife Evelyn, parents, and brothers Charles ‘Corky’ and James Pywell.
 Roy grew up on a family farm near Palco. He graduated from Fort 
Hays State University. He married his wife Evelyn Corwin on August 11, 
1963. He worked for the United States Soil Conservation Service for 
many years. After retirement he worked for Coop in Satanta and 
Sublette. Roy loved his family. Anyone who knew him discovered how 
proud he was of his children and grandchildren within the first few 
conversations. Roy’s smile and wonderful personality blessed everyone 
who was around him.
 Roy committed his life to loving the Lord and serving as a prayer 
warrior for many. We celebrate his life as one well lived and are 
thankful for the blessing, he was to us. He will be deeply missed. 
 A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the 
First Baptist Church in Plainville, Kansas at 10:30 AM. Visitation will 
be on Friday at the funeral home from 5PM until 7 PM with family 
receiving friends from 5PM to 6:30PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the Sublette Southern Baptist Church and 
may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67663.

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