Friday, July 1st, 1932-Monday, November 8th, 2021

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/e-darlene-ackerman/4779284/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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E. Darlene Ackerman (Porter)

Doris "Dot" Lofton, age 82, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away, November 9, 2021, at Bethany Village Home, Lindsborg, KS. 

 Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home of WaKeeney.

Doris "Dot" Lofton, age 82, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away, November 9, 2021, at Bethany Village Home, Lindsborg, KS. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home of WaKeeney.

Doris 'Dot' Lofton

April 17, 1937
 -
 November 7, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

April 17, 1937
 -
 November 7, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Elizabeth Ann Daley

Dian Lorene Jennings passed away November 8, 2021, at Redbud Village in 
Plainville, KS at the age of 86. Dian was born on June 23, 1935, in 
Codell, Kansas to Robert &amp; Serena Languein.
 Dian graduated from Codell Rural High School in 1953. She married 
Darold Jennings on November 26, 1954, at the Codell Baptist Church. To 
this union two children were born, one daughter and one son.
 Dian was a homemaker and lived her entire married life in the 
country along the Saline River near Turkville. She was always there for
 her family and friends. She loved to knit and bake and was very skilled
 at both. She enjoyed all family gatherings, but especially enjoyed 
celebrating family birthdays and Christmas. She was a very kind person 
and a caregiver her entire life, taking care of her husband and family 
members in addition to the numerous family pets. 
 Dian was a member of Saline Homemakers FCE club in Ellis County for 
55+ years. Dian was a breast cancer survivor and participated for many 
years in the Ellis County Cancer “Day of Care” fashion shows in Hays.
 Dian is survived by daughter, Debra Eaves, Wichita; son Doug 
Jennings &amp; wife Brenda, Plainville; granddaughters Bobie Jennings, 
Hays and Gretchen Jennings, Selden; and one great-granddaughter, Kadalen
 Dian Unrein of Selden; sister-in-law Mazie White, Riverton, Utah; 
brother-in-law Joseph Dooley II, Bonner Springs, KS, along with many 
nieces and nephews.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert &amp; Serena 
Languein; husband, Darold Jennings; brother, Gordon Languein; sister, 
Darlene Kavanaugh; in-laws Buck &amp; Pauline Jennings; sisters-in-law, 
Dorothy Languein &amp; Fontella Dooley; and brothers-in-law, Kim White 
&amp; Arch Kavanaugh.
 A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, 
November 12, 2021, at the funeral home in Plainville. Visitation will be
 held on Thursday, 2PM until 8PM at the funeral home.
 The family suggests memorials to Country Lane Apartments or Redbud 
Village and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW
 2nd, Plainville, Kansas 67663. Condolences may be left for the family 
at www.plumeroverlease.com

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 </figure>Dian Lorene Jennings passed away November 8, 2021, at Redbud Village in 
Plainville, KS at the age of 86. Dian was born on June 23, 1935, in 
Codell, Kansas to Robert &amp; Serena Languein.
 Dian graduated from Codell Rural High School in 1953. She married 
Darold Jennings on November 26, 1954, at the Codell Baptist Church. To 
this union two children were born, one daughter and one son.
 Dian was a homemaker and lived her entire married life in the 
country along the Saline River near Turkville. She was always there for
 her family and friends. She loved to knit and bake and was very skilled
 at both. She enjoyed all family gatherings, but especially enjoyed 
celebrating family birthdays and Christmas. She was a very kind person 
and a caregiver her entire life, taking care of her husband and family 
members in addition to the numerous family pets. 
 Dian was a member of Saline Homemakers FCE club in Ellis County for 
55+ years. Dian was a breast cancer survivor and participated for many 
years in the Ellis County Cancer “Day of Care” fashion shows in Hays.
 Dian is survived by daughter, Debra Eaves, Wichita; son Doug 
Jennings &amp; wife Brenda, Plainville; granddaughters Bobie Jennings, 
Hays and Gretchen Jennings, Selden; and one great-granddaughter, Kadalen
 Dian Unrein of Selden; sister-in-law Mazie White, Riverton, Utah; 
brother-in-law Joseph Dooley II, Bonner Springs, KS, along with many 
nieces and nephews.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert &amp; Serena 
Languein; husband, Darold Jennings; brother, Gordon Languein; sister, 
Darlene Kavanaugh; in-laws Buck &amp; Pauline Jennings; sisters-in-law, 
Dorothy Languein &amp; Fontella Dooley; and brothers-in-law, Kim White 
&amp; Arch Kavanaugh.
 A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, 
November 12, 2021, at the funeral home in Plainville. Visitation will be
 held on Thursday, 2PM until 8PM at the funeral home.
 The family suggests memorials to Country Lane Apartments or Redbud 
Village and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW
 2nd, Plainville, Kansas 67663. Condolences may be left for the family 
at www.plumeroverlease.com

Dian Lorene Jennings

It is with heavy 
hearts that we assemble with our memories of Betty Jean Price. After a 
grueling eight-week battle with her critical illness, it became evident 
she would not recover. Her legacy, however, shall live on in her family 
and friends forevermore. Her passing has stirred the hearts of so many; 
an outpouring of caring and love toward those she leaves behind.

Her time on earth was short. On Friday, 29 October 2021, her strength
 diminished as her illness progressed. What had been deemed stable 
critical reduced to the time is nigh. Her weary body could no longer 
fight the effects of her illness. She peacefully released her soul to 
the greater life that awaited her in the Light. She passed around 4:15pm
 with her husband Lew Price, and daughter, Polly {Paulette} Price, 
nearby.

It is the family’s desire to hold a Celebration of Life for Betty J 
Price on Saturday, 8 January 2022. Time and location are being 
finalized. Notifications will be distributed as soon as this information
 is solidified. Her wishes for inurnment shall be held at a private 
family only event.

Betty Jean Price was the firstborn daughter of Dale and Annette 
Walraven. She arrived 18 March 1952, in Hays, Ellis County, Kansas. Her 
school life was well rounded and well-traveled. Her parents relocated to
 Kimball, then Potter, Nebraska. In 1966, the family relocated one more 
time. This journey brought them to Baker, Fallon County Montana where 
she completed her high school education. Destiny intertwined two hearts 
to move forward from friends to soul mates.

Her marriage to Lew Price was held in Baker Community Church, Baker, 
Montana on 12 March 1983. They resided in Baker MT prior to moving to 
Billings, Montana where Lew attended then known as Eastern Montana 
College. Their journey continued to Washington state, and Mulvane, 
Sedgwick County Kansas. They traveled and settled in Burnsville, Dakota 
County Minnesota in 1996, where they raised their two children.

One son, Devin, married Sabrina, blessing Betty with Nova Jean Price,
 her namesake. They reside in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. A son, Cassius 
{pronounced Cass-ē-us} Llwellyn Price is expected to arrive in early 
2022. Betty will be looking in on his progress as days grow closer to 
his arrival and forevermore. One daughter, Paulette Jessie Kay Price, 
resides in West St Paul, Minnesota.

Betty Price had an outstanding musical ability which she volunteered 
and prominently displayed her expertise as Director of Music for Bethel 
85, the Job’s Daughters group attended by her daughter. She also played 
piano in her church, New Spirit UCC, Savage, Minnesota.

Her creativity extended beyond music. She received her Associate 
Degree in Graphic Design where her talents were shared as a free lance 
artist. Her artistic prowess and passion for photography was 
unmistakable. She produced remarkable photos of areas visited during 
their vacations. She also documented weddings and Bethel 85 events, to 
name a few, when asked to assist.

Most recently she touched the hearts and lives of employees and 
customers in the Custom Blinds and Drapes of JC Penney, Burnsville, 
Minnesota. Customers would ask for her, and, if unavailable, would 
return only when she was working.

An angel now resides in heaven with the loved ones who were awaiting 
her arrival, including her dogs who crossed the rainbow bridge before 
her. She is survived outside her immediate family by her sister, Deborah
 (Walraven) Wenger of Oconomowoc, Waukesha County Wisconsin. There are 
ten nieces and nephews and fourteen grandnieces and grandnephews that 
feel the impact for her passing.

Love and well-wishes reverberate through the scores of messages to Lew and Betty’s family.

… and, of course, the lives of friends she touched during her lifetime
 shall fondly speak her name, remembering her kind and loving heart.

Arrangements are in the care of <a href="https://cremationsocietyofmn.com/tribute/details/45872/Betty-Price/obituary.html">Cremation Society of Minnesota.</a>

It is with heavy 
hearts that we assemble with our memories of Betty Jean Price. After a 
grueling eight-week battle with her critical illness, it became evident 
she would not recover. Her legacy, however, shall live on in her family 
and friends forevermore. Her passing has stirred the hearts of so many; 
an outpouring of caring and love toward those she leaves behind.Her time on earth was short. On Friday, 29 October 2021, her strength
 diminished as her illness progressed. What had been deemed stable 
critical reduced to the time is nigh. Her weary body could no longer 
fight the effects of her illness. She peacefully released her soul to 
the greater life that awaited her in the Light. She passed around 4:15pm
 with her husband Lew Price, and daughter, Polly {Paulette} Price, 
nearby.It is the family’s desire to hold a Celebration of Life for Betty J 
Price on Saturday, 8 January 2022. Time and location are being 
finalized. Notifications will be distributed as soon as this information
 is solidified. Her wishes for inurnment shall be held at a private 
family only event.Betty Jean Price was the firstborn daughter of Dale and Annette 
Walraven. She arrived 18 March 1952, in Hays, Ellis County, Kansas. Her 
school life was well rounded and well-traveled. Her parents relocated to
 Kimball, then Potter, Nebraska. In 1966, the family relocated one more 
time. This journey brought them to Baker, Fallon County Montana where 
she completed her high school education. Destiny intertwined two hearts 
to move forward from friends to soul mates.Her marriage to Lew Price was held in Baker Community Church, Baker, 
Montana on 12 March 1983. They resided in Baker MT prior to moving to 
Billings, Montana where Lew attended then known as Eastern Montana 
College. Their journey continued to Washington state, and Mulvane, 
Sedgwick County Kansas. They traveled and settled in Burnsville, Dakota 
County Minnesota in 1996, where they raised their two children.One son, Devin, married Sabrina, blessing Betty with Nova Jean Price,
 her namesake. They reside in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. A son, Cassius 
{pronounced Cass-ē-us} Llwellyn Price is expected to arrive in early 
2022. Betty will be looking in on his progress as days grow closer to 
his arrival and forevermore. One daughter, Paulette Jessie Kay Price, 
resides in West St Paul, Minnesota.Betty Price had an outstanding musical ability which she volunteered 
and prominently displayed her expertise as Director of Music for Bethel 
85, the Job’s Daughters group attended by her daughter. She also played 
piano in her church, New Spirit UCC, Savage, Minnesota.Her creativity extended beyond music. She received her Associate 
Degree in Graphic Design where her talents were shared as a free lance 
artist. Her artistic prowess and passion for photography was 
unmistakable. She produced remarkable photos of areas visited during 
their vacations. She also documented weddings and Bethel 85 events, to 
name a few, when asked to assist.Most recently she touched the hearts and lives of employees and 
customers in the Custom Blinds and Drapes of JC Penney, Burnsville, 
Minnesota. Customers would ask for her, and, if unavailable, would 
return only when she was working.An angel now resides in heaven with the loved ones who were awaiting 
her arrival, including her dogs who crossed the rainbow bridge before 
her. She is survived outside her immediate family by her sister, Deborah
 (Walraven) Wenger of Oconomowoc, Waukesha County Wisconsin. There are 
ten nieces and nephews and fourteen grandnieces and grandnephews that 
feel the impact for her passing.Love and well-wishes reverberate through the scores of messages to Lew and Betty’s family.… and, of course, the lives of friends she touched during her lifetime
 shall fondly speak her name, remembering her kind and loving heart.By ~ Deborah Walraven WengerArrangements are in the care of <a href="https://cremationsocietyofmn.com/tribute/details/45872/Betty-Price/obituary.html">Cremation Society of Minnesota.</a>

Betty Jean Price

Ronald Dean Horchem, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021, at Trego
 County-Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, KS.&nbsp; He was born on August 
25, 1933, to Orville “Mike” and Chole (Scott) Horchem in Great Bend. KS.

Ron was raised on the family farm North of Ransom, Kansas. He spent 
his life farming the land that he so loved. Ron was the 4th generation 
to farm this land.&nbsp;

Ronald married the love of his life Dorothy McDaniel,&nbsp;in Dalhart, TX 
on&nbsp; July 16, 1952. Dorothy and Ron were blessed with four children, Gary
 Dean, Debra LoAnn, Mark, and Deva Sue. Also, an honorary son, Henrik 
Frokjaer-Jensen.

Ron spent many years driving an activity bus taking students to ball 
games. For 50 years Ron kept the books for basketball games. He spent 
many active years in 4-H, Lion’s Club, Extension Council, and City 
Council. He volunteered many years for the Ness County Amusement 
Company. For many years, Ron bowled in a bowling league until Covid shut
 down the league 2 years ago.&nbsp;

Preceding Ron in death were his  parents, Orville “Mike” and Chole Horchem; his wife, Dorothy Horchem; his daughter, Debra LoAnn (Horchem) Smith and her husband, Don. &nbsp;

Surviving Ron is his son, Gary Horchem and his wife, Luann, of 
Ransom; son, Mark Horchem of Ransom, and daughter, Deva Ingraham and 
husband, Gordon, of Carlsbad New Mexico; 4 granddaughters, Angela 
Horchem and Matt McKenzie of Tucson, AZ, Jennifer Costello and Michael 
of Wichita, KS, Amanda Lee and Josh of Lubbock, TX Kayla Olmsted and 
Luke of Cavalier, ND; 2 grandsons, Jerod Horchem and Megan of Ransom, KS
 and Charlie Ingraham of Lubbock, TX;&nbsp; 2&nbsp; great granddaughters, Praylee 
Horchem and Mercedes Horchem,&nbsp; 4 great grandsons. Trigger Horchem, 
Benjamin Olmstead, Leif Olmestead, and Theodore Olmstead. Also, an 
honorary son, Henrik Frokjaer-Jensen and his wife Lotte Asminn of 
Denmark. Nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.

Visitation will be held at the Ransom church of Christ on Friday, November 12, 2021, from 6-8:00 p.m.

Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the Ransom church of Christ.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Ransom church of Christ, 
Trego County-Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, or the Ness County 
Amusement Company.

Memories and words of comfort may be left for the family by writing in the guest book.

The memorial service should be available on Facebook Live during and after the service at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FitzgeraldFuneral">https://www.facebook.com/FitzgeraldFuneral</a>.

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 </figure>Ronald Dean Horchem, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021, at Trego
 County-Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, KS.&nbsp; He was born on August 
25, 1933, to Orville “Mike” and Chole (Scott) Horchem in Great Bend. KS.Ron was raised on the family farm North of Ransom, Kansas. He spent 
his life farming the land that he so loved. Ron was the 4th generation 
to farm this land.&nbsp;Ronald married the love of his life Dorothy McDaniel,&nbsp;in Dalhart, TX 
on&nbsp; July 16, 1952. Dorothy and Ron were blessed with four children, Gary
 Dean, Debra LoAnn, Mark, and Deva Sue. Also, an honorary son, Henrik 
Frokjaer-Jensen.Ron spent many years driving an activity bus taking students to ball 
games. For 50 years Ron kept the books for basketball games. He spent 
many active years in 4-H, Lion’s Club, Extension Council, and City 
Council. He volunteered many years for the Ness County Amusement 
Company. For many years, Ron bowled in a bowling league until Covid shut
 down the league 2 years ago.&nbsp;Preceding Ron in death were his parents, Orville “Mike” and Chole Horchem; his wife, Dorothy Horchem; his daughter, Debra LoAnn (Horchem) Smith and her husband, Don. &nbsp;Surviving Ron is his son, Gary Horchem and his wife, Luann, of 
Ransom; son, Mark Horchem of Ransom, and daughter, Deva Ingraham and 
husband, Gordon, of Carlsbad New Mexico; 4 granddaughters, Angela 
Horchem and Matt McKenzie of Tucson, AZ, Jennifer Costello and Michael 
of Wichita, KS, Amanda Lee and Josh of Lubbock, TX Kayla Olmsted and 
Luke of Cavalier, ND; 2 grandsons, Jerod Horchem and Megan of Ransom, KS
 and Charlie Ingraham of Lubbock, TX;&nbsp; 2&nbsp; great granddaughters, Praylee 
Horchem and Mercedes Horchem,&nbsp; 4 great grandsons. Trigger Horchem, 
Benjamin Olmstead, Leif Olmestead, and Theodore Olmstead. Also, an 
honorary son, Henrik Frokjaer-Jensen and his wife Lotte Asminn of 
Denmark. Nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.Visitation will be held at the Ransom church of Christ on Friday, November 12, 2021, from 6-8:00 p.m.Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the Ransom church of Christ.Memorial contributions may be given to the Ransom church of Christ, 
Trego County-Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, or the Ness County 
Amusement Company.Memories and words of comfort may be left for the family by writing in the guest book.The memorial service should be available on Facebook Live during and after the service at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FitzgeraldFuneral">https://www.facebook.com/FitzgeraldFuneral</a>.

Ronald Dean Horchem

Frank Donald “Don” Colborn was born November 14, 1927, in Kiowa, 
Kansas. He was one of eight sons of Frank F. and Grace (Van Huss) 
Colborn. He died at Salina Regional Hospital, November 8, 2021, six days
 before his 94th birthday.

Don attended grade schools in Barber County and graduated from 
Medicine Lodge (Kansas) High School in 1946. He joined the United States
 Navy and spent two years in service including a one year posting in 
Pearl Harbor. After returning home to Thayer, Kansas, Don worked in a 
variety of positions until 1952, when he enrolled at Chanute Junior 
College. He later attended Emporia State University (ESU), earning the 
B.S. and M.S. in English Education.

On March 12, 1954, Don married Peggy Martin in Emporia, Kansas. To this union, seven children were born.

Don taught at Newton Junior and Senior High Schools for 30 years, 
during which time he served as junior high school drama coach, speech 
and English instructor, and sponsor of many extra-curricular youth 
groups. He was a member of the National Education Association (NEA), 
Kansas branch of the NEA (KNEA), and served as president and treasurer 
of Newton branch of the KNEA.

Don was a member of the U.S. National Guard for three years. He spent
 his summers fulfilling his Guard duties, and as a mechanic with Dey 
Farm Supply, as well as continuing graduate education at ESU. He also 
found time to work closely with his children in all their activities; 
taking them fishing and camping, teaching them to play tennis, and 
serving as a Scoutmaster and Little League baseball coach.

While in Newton, Don was baptized into the Catholic Church and took 
an active role in Knights of Columbus and as a church lector. He also 
volunteered in the Catholic Youth Organization drama activities.

In 1984, the Colborns moved to Colby, Kansas. Don resumed his 
teaching career at Oakley High School, where he taught English and 
sponsored yearbook for seven years.

After his retirement in 1992, the Colborns spent two years traveling 
throughout the United States and spending time with their extended 
families, after which they resettled in Solomon, Kansas, where Don was 
able to indulge in full-time gardening, his lifelong hobby, as well as 
playing cards with friends.

Don was preceded in death by his eldest son, Alan, his parents, one 
sister, Darlene, and six brothers: Robert, Harold, Lester, Russell, 
Kenneth and Jerry; and his Godparents, Lee and May Hensler. He is 
survived by his spouse Peg of the home; four sons - Martin (Roxann), 
Newton; Michael (Kathleen), Newton; Richard, Salina; David (Cristi), 
Cleveland, West Virginia; two daughters: Cathy (William) Summers of 
Albany, Oregon; Amy (Richard) Vigil, Lynchburg, Virginia; 12 
grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one 
brother Jack (Charlott) of Chanute, Kansas; many cousins, nieces and 
nephews, a host of friends as well as thousands of former students, 
fellow teachers and professional associates.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate 
Conception Church in Solomon on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM;
 Father John Wolesky, officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary 
Cemetery, Solomon.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alan J. 
Colborn Memorial at Caring Hands Humane Society in Newton, KS; 
Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon; or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 
Church in Salina; sent directly or in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1636485480747.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Frank Donald “Don” Colborn was born November 14, 1927, in Kiowa, 
Kansas. He was one of eight sons of Frank F. and Grace (Van Huss) 
Colborn. He died at Salina Regional Hospital, November 8, 2021, six days
 before his 94th birthday.Don attended grade schools in Barber County and graduated from 
Medicine Lodge (Kansas) High School in 1946. He joined the United States
 Navy and spent two years in service including a one year posting in 
Pearl Harbor. After returning home to Thayer, Kansas, Don worked in a 
variety of positions until 1952, when he enrolled at Chanute Junior 
College. He later attended Emporia State University (ESU), earning the 
B.S. and M.S. in English Education.On March 12, 1954, Don married Peggy Martin in Emporia, Kansas. To this union, seven children were born.Don taught at Newton Junior and Senior High Schools for 30 years, 
during which time he served as junior high school drama coach, speech 
and English instructor, and sponsor of many extra-curricular youth 
groups. He was a member of the National Education Association (NEA), 
Kansas branch of the NEA (KNEA), and served as president and treasurer 
of Newton branch of the KNEA.Don was a member of the U.S. National Guard for three years. He spent
 his summers fulfilling his Guard duties, and as a mechanic with Dey 
Farm Supply, as well as continuing graduate education at ESU. He also 
found time to work closely with his children in all their activities; 
taking them fishing and camping, teaching them to play tennis, and 
serving as a Scoutmaster and Little League baseball coach.While in Newton, Don was baptized into the Catholic Church and took 
an active role in Knights of Columbus and as a church lector. He also 
volunteered in the Catholic Youth Organization drama activities.In 1984, the Colborns moved to Colby, Kansas. Don resumed his 
teaching career at Oakley High School, where he taught English and 
sponsored yearbook for seven years.After his retirement in 1992, the Colborns spent two years traveling 
throughout the United States and spending time with their extended 
families, after which they resettled in Solomon, Kansas, where Don was 
able to indulge in full-time gardening, his lifelong hobby, as well as 
playing cards with friends.Don was preceded in death by his eldest son, Alan, his parents, one 
sister, Darlene, and six brothers: Robert, Harold, Lester, Russell, 
Kenneth and Jerry; and his Godparents, Lee and May Hensler. He is 
survived by his spouse Peg of the home; four sons - Martin (Roxann), 
Newton; Michael (Kathleen), Newton; Richard, Salina; David (Cristi), 
Cleveland, West Virginia; two daughters: Cathy (William) Summers of 
Albany, Oregon; Amy (Richard) Vigil, Lynchburg, Virginia; 12 
grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one 
brother Jack (Charlott) of Chanute, Kansas; many cousins, nieces and 
nephews, a host of friends as well as thousands of former students, 
fellow teachers and professional associates.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate 
Conception Church in Solomon on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM;
 Father John Wolesky, officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary 
Cemetery, Solomon.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alan J. 
Colborn Memorial at Caring Hands Humane Society in Newton, KS; 
Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon; or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 
Church in Salina; sent directly or in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Frank Donald 'Don' Colborn 

September 25, 1938
 -
 November 5, 2021

An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Larry-Leon-Guinn?obId=23037851#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>September 25, 1938
 -
 November 5, 2021An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Larry-Leon-Guinn?obId=23037851#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Larry Leon Guinn

Friday, March 3rd, 1939-Sunday, November 7th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Friday, March 3rd, 1939-Sunday, November 7th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Melvin Dale Kvasnicka

Edward W. "Ed" Simon, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 
2021, at his home in Wakefield, Kansas surrounded by family. He was born
 on September 12, 1956, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Robert L. and 
Mary L. (Berning) Simon. Ed was a lifetime resident of Marienthal, 
Kansas, until he and Jana retired and moved to Wakefield, Kansas in July
 2021.

Ed attended St. Mary Grade School, Wichita County High School 
graduating in 1974 and Dodge City Community College, attaining an 
Associate Degree.

He married Jana Mae Dierks on July 17, 1976, in Leoti, KS. They had 
four children - Paul Simon, Amber Stevens, a Rainbow Baby and AJ Simon. 
Ed had eight much loved grandchildren, who called him Papa. Rorric and 
Brenton Simon, Scott City, KS, Emily, Caden, Keira and Kyler Stevens, 
Emporia, KS and Zane and Liam Simon, Wakefield, KS.&nbsp;

He was a farmer and rancher, auctioneer, AHA 1st Aid &amp; CPR 
Instructor, volunteer AEMT for Leoti EMS, substitute mail carrier, AEMT 
for Midwest Medical Transport and past USD #467 School Board member and 
recently the Director of Building, Grounds and Transportation at USD 
#467.

He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus 
Council #2930, and Assembly #2567 Bishop John B. Franz 4th Degree of 
Marienthal, KS.

He was of great help to the Wichita County community as his AEMT 
skills and concern for all people made him an excellent first responder.
 He was “Marienthal 1” responder and would state, “I am just along for 
the ride”. He was known as a friend and helper to all he met, never 
knowing a stranger. If Ed didn’t have what you needed in his pickup, 
well then you didn’t need it. Many children will remember him as the 
mailman that left treats in the mailbox. Other kids will remember him 
for the popsicles he gave away on parade day. When he started working at
 USD #467, the children and parents alike looked for Papa Ed as he made 
friends easily and would help them all. If anyone tried to thank Ed, 
they would always hear, “Why, I didn’t do anything.” Ed enjoyed having a
 cold red beer with his friends and family at the Blue Bird or Iron 
Horse.

Survivors include his Wife - Jana Simon of Wakefield, Paul &amp; 
Jacque Simon of Scott City, Amber &amp; Chris Stevens of Emporia, and AJ
 &amp; Kim Simon of Wakefield and eight Grandchildren. Three Sisters - 
Jean Wells of Marienthal, Diana &amp; Todd Long of Leoti, Connie &amp; 
Darren McRae of Leoti.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, Father and Mother-in-Law, 
Clair and Iona Dierks, Brother-in-Laws - Steve Wells, Mark Dierks, 
Harold Dierks and Mike Ritter, Sister-in-Law, Patty Dierks and Nephew, 
Hans Dierks.

Vigil and rosary service will be held Thursday, Nov. 11th, at 7pm. 
Funeral Mass will be, Friday, Nov. 12th, at 10:30am; both services at St.
 Mary Church in Marienthal, KS with Fr. Timothy Hickey presiding. 
Services will be live streamed on Western Kansas Catholic Facebook 
page.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the St. Mary Cemetery Project, Marienthal,
 KS or Leave a Legacy Foundation, Garden City, KS in care of Price &amp;
 Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.

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 </figure>Edward W. "Ed" Simon, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 
2021, at his home in Wakefield, Kansas surrounded by family. He was born
 on September 12, 1956, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Robert L. and 
Mary L. (Berning) Simon. Ed was a lifetime resident of Marienthal, 
Kansas, until he and Jana retired and moved to Wakefield, Kansas in July
 2021.Ed attended St. Mary Grade School, Wichita County High School 
graduating in 1974 and Dodge City Community College, attaining an 
Associate Degree.He married Jana Mae Dierks on July 17, 1976, in Leoti, KS. They had 
four children - Paul Simon, Amber Stevens, a Rainbow Baby and AJ Simon. 
Ed had eight much loved grandchildren, who called him Papa. Rorric and 
Brenton Simon, Scott City, KS, Emily, Caden, Keira and Kyler Stevens, 
Emporia, KS and Zane and Liam Simon, Wakefield, KS.&nbsp;He was a farmer and rancher, auctioneer, AHA 1st Aid &amp; CPR 
Instructor, volunteer AEMT for Leoti EMS, substitute mail carrier, AEMT 
for Midwest Medical Transport and past USD #467 School Board member and 
recently the Director of Building, Grounds and Transportation at USD 
#467.He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus 
Council #2930, and Assembly #2567 Bishop John B. Franz 4th Degree of 
Marienthal, KS.He was of great help to the Wichita County community as his AEMT 
skills and concern for all people made him an excellent first responder.
 He was “Marienthal 1” responder and would state, “I am just along for 
the ride”. He was known as a friend and helper to all he met, never 
knowing a stranger. If Ed didn’t have what you needed in his pickup, 
well then you didn’t need it. Many children will remember him as the 
mailman that left treats in the mailbox. Other kids will remember him 
for the popsicles he gave away on parade day. When he started working at
 USD #467, the children and parents alike looked for Papa Ed as he made 
friends easily and would help them all. If anyone tried to thank Ed, 
they would always hear, “Why, I didn’t do anything.” Ed enjoyed having a
 cold red beer with his friends and family at the Blue Bird or Iron 
Horse.Survivors include his Wife - Jana Simon of Wakefield, Paul &amp; 
Jacque Simon of Scott City, Amber &amp; Chris Stevens of Emporia, and AJ
 &amp; Kim Simon of Wakefield and eight Grandchildren. Three Sisters - 
Jean Wells of Marienthal, Diana &amp; Todd Long of Leoti, Connie &amp; 
Darren McRae of Leoti.He was preceded in death by his Parents, Father and Mother-in-Law, 
Clair and Iona Dierks, Brother-in-Laws - Steve Wells, Mark Dierks, 
Harold Dierks and Mike Ritter, Sister-in-Law, Patty Dierks and Nephew, 
Hans Dierks.There will be no calling times.&nbsp;Vigil and rosary service will be held Thursday, Nov. 11th, at 7pm. 
Funeral Mass will be, Friday, Nov. 12th, at 10:30am; both services at St.
 Mary Church in Marienthal, KS with Fr. Timothy Hickey presiding. 
Services will be live streamed on Western Kansas Catholic Facebook 
page.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the St. Mary Cemetery Project, Marienthal,
 KS or Leave a Legacy Foundation, Garden City, KS in care of Price &amp;
 Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.

Edward W. 'Ed' Simon

Donald Dean Schoonover, 79, passed away at the University of Kansas 
Medical Center in Kansas City, KS on the morning of Saturday, November 
6, 2021.

Don was born in Dodge City, KS on October 22, 1942, the first of four
 children to Homer and Lavergne (Ingals) Schoonover, of Kingsdown, KS. 
He graduated from Ford High School, Ford, KS in 1960. While in school, 
Don was a varsity letterman in football, basketball, and track. After 
graduating high school, he went on to study architecture at Kansas State
 University, graduating with a degree in Business in 1965.

After graduation, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve (Electronics Maintenance Company Maintenance Battalion 4th
 Marine Division) and attended basic training at Camp Pendleton, CA. Don
 began his career in the aerospace industry with the Boeing Company in 
Wichita and later in Seattle, WA where he met Mary Catharine (Cathy) 
Park. They were married at Eastminister Presbyterian Church in Wichita, 
KS.

Don and Cathy lived in Arlington, TX and Woodbridge, VA before 
returning home to Kansas to be closer to family. In 1978, Don moved to 
Larned, KS where he formed the irrigation company, Ag Systems, Inc. with
 his brother Kent, serving farmers throughout western Kansas for nearly 
40 years.

Growing up on a farm, Don valued honesty, integrity, hard work, and 
most of all he loved people. When not at “the shop," Don loved spending 
time with his four children and six grandchildren, whether on yearly 
snowmobiling trips to Colorado, cheering on his K-State Wildcats, or 
going to see his grandkids’ sporting events. Don and Cathy loved 
spending time with their three dogs and working on the house, stopping 
only to enjoy the occasional margarita together.

Don and Cathy had four children, David of Larned, Michelle (Mike) 
Daniel of Great Bend, Ashley (Scott) Taylor of Dodge City, and Jason of 
Nashville, TN along with six grandchildren, Dylan Kent, Michael Warren, 
Brady and Laura Daniel, and Dawson and Addisyn Taylor. Don is survived 
by his brother Kent (Robyn) of Littleton, CO, sister-in-law, Leslie 
Schoonover of Dodge City, and brother-in-law, Alan Steele of Ford. Don 
is preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Lavergne Schoonover, his 
brother Rod Schoonover, and his sister Linda Steele.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 12, 
2021, at the Presbyterian Church in Kingsdown, KS with Pastor Suzie Woods
 presiding. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on 
Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Beckwith Mortuary in Larned, KS with 
family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Ford 
Cemetery, Ford, KS with military graveside rites.

Memorials in lieu of flowers can be made to the Ford Cemetery Fund or
 the Presbyterian Church of Kingsdown, KS in care of Beckwith Mortuary, 
PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 </figure>Donald Dean Schoonover, 79, passed away at the University of Kansas 
Medical Center in Kansas City, KS on the morning of Saturday, November 
6, 2021.Don was born in Dodge City, KS on October 22, 1942, the first of four
 children to Homer and Lavergne (Ingals) Schoonover, of Kingsdown, KS. 
He graduated from Ford High School, Ford, KS in 1960. While in school, 
Don was a varsity letterman in football, basketball, and track. After 
graduating high school, he went on to study architecture at Kansas State
 University, graduating with a degree in Business in 1965.After graduation, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve (Electronics Maintenance Company Maintenance Battalion 4th
 Marine Division) and attended basic training at Camp Pendleton, CA. Don
 began his career in the aerospace industry with the Boeing Company in 
Wichita and later in Seattle, WA where he met Mary Catharine (Cathy) 
Park. They were married at Eastminister Presbyterian Church in Wichita, 
KS.Don and Cathy lived in Arlington, TX and Woodbridge, VA before 
returning home to Kansas to be closer to family. In 1978, Don moved to 
Larned, KS where he formed the irrigation company, Ag Systems, Inc. with
 his brother Kent, serving farmers throughout western Kansas for nearly 
40 years.Growing up on a farm, Don valued honesty, integrity, hard work, and 
most of all he loved people. When not at “the shop," Don loved spending 
time with his four children and six grandchildren, whether on yearly 
snowmobiling trips to Colorado, cheering on his K-State Wildcats, or 
going to see his grandkids’ sporting events. Don and Cathy loved 
spending time with their three dogs and working on the house, stopping 
only to enjoy the occasional margarita together.Don and Cathy had four children, David of Larned, Michelle (Mike) 
Daniel of Great Bend, Ashley (Scott) Taylor of Dodge City, and Jason of 
Nashville, TN along with six grandchildren, Dylan Kent, Michael Warren, 
Brady and Laura Daniel, and Dawson and Addisyn Taylor. Don is survived 
by his brother Kent (Robyn) of Littleton, CO, sister-in-law, Leslie 
Schoonover of Dodge City, and brother-in-law, Alan Steele of Ford. Don 
is preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Lavergne Schoonover, his 
brother Rod Schoonover, and his sister Linda Steele.Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 12, 
2021, at the Presbyterian Church in Kingsdown, KS with Pastor Suzie Woods
 presiding. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on 
Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Beckwith Mortuary in Larned, KS with 
family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Ford 
Cemetery, Ford, KS with military graveside rites.Memorials in lieu of flowers can be made to the Ford Cemetery Fund or
 the Presbyterian Church of Kingsdown, KS in care of Beckwith Mortuary, 
PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Donald Dean Schoonover

Dorothy Ann Weber was born December 8, 
1933, in Ellis County to John and Regina Augustine (Schuster).&nbsp; She 
peacefully left this world on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at age 87. &nbsp;

She joined Leonard “Red” Weber in 
marriage on April 30, 1951. &nbsp;Together they raised six children, two 
girls and four boys.&nbsp; Throughout the ensuing years, while she 
occasionally held various jobs outside the home, her constant commitment
 was to her family and close friends. She loved to make sure town folk 
made it to the places they needed to go by giving them a lift in her 
van—frequently stopping at the donut shop to grab a sweet treat on the 
way. &nbsp;She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Ellis, Daughters
 of Isabella and Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary.

Card and dice games were staples at the
 Weber household. Grandkids learned to count by dealing cards, melding 
and keeping score. Dorothy always loved a friendly, or better yet 
competitive, game of pinochle, durock or dice. She always seemed to have
 endless energy, often staying busy while playing games by keeping 
everyone’s snack bowls topped off with her amazing homemade party mix 
and Grandpa’s favorite peanut M&amp;M’s.

Five of her children, Donna 
Schoenthaler (Doug), Ellis; Patti Unrein (Joe), Hays; Jerry Weber 
(Joan), Kansas City; Ed Weber (Charlene), Ellis; Curtis Weber (Mary 
Kay), Ellis; and one daughter-in-law, Elaine Weber, Wakeeney continue to
 cherish her memory. There are 16 grandchildren and 31 
great-grandchildren to carry on her love of family and traditions.&nbsp; 
Betty Younger (Richard) Hays is Dorothy’s sole surviving sibling.

Dorothy and Leonard shared 64 years of 
marriage, until his passing May 27, 2015.&nbsp; Her parents, son William 
(Bill) Weber, granddaughter Erin Weber and great-grandsons, Peyton Weber
 and Jonah Schmidtberger preceded her to Heaven. &nbsp;Also there to welcome 
her are five sisters, Mary Grecian (Don), Theresa Scheck (Andy), infant 
sister Rosie and nine brothers, Philip (Clara), Joe, Eddie (Alberta), 
Paul (Stella), Matthew (Verna), Johnny (Delores) Clarence (Maddy), 
William (Rosie) and an infant brother Francis.

Visitation will be held Wednesday 
November 10, 2021 from 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 
in Ellis.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:00 PM.&nbsp; The 
parish vigil service will begin at 7:00 PM, followed by a second 
rosary.&nbsp; Additional visitation will be held Thursday November 11, 2021 
at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis from 9:00 AM until service time.

Funeral Services will begin 10:00 AM. 
&nbsp;Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Funeral Mass may be 
viewed on Facebook Live at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;and select the
 Facebook Live tab at the top of the page. Once the service starts the 
video will come on live.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Condolences may be left by guest book 
at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at 
keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral 
Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

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 </figure>Dorothy Ann Weber was born December 8, 
1933, in Ellis County to John and Regina Augustine (Schuster).&nbsp; She 
peacefully left this world on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at age 87. &nbsp;She joined Leonard “Red” Weber in 
marriage on April 30, 1951. &nbsp;Together they raised six children, two 
girls and four boys.&nbsp; Throughout the ensuing years, while she 
occasionally held various jobs outside the home, her constant commitment
 was to her family and close friends. She loved to make sure town folk 
made it to the places they needed to go by giving them a lift in her 
van—frequently stopping at the donut shop to grab a sweet treat on the 
way. &nbsp;She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Ellis, Daughters
 of Isabella and Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary.Card and dice games were staples at the
 Weber household. Grandkids learned to count by dealing cards, melding 
and keeping score. Dorothy always loved a friendly, or better yet 
competitive, game of pinochle, durock or dice. She always seemed to have
 endless energy, often staying busy while playing games by keeping 
everyone’s snack bowls topped off with her amazing homemade party mix 
and Grandpa’s favorite peanut M&amp;M’s.Five of her children, Donna 
Schoenthaler (Doug), Ellis; Patti Unrein (Joe), Hays; Jerry Weber 
(Joan), Kansas City; Ed Weber (Charlene), Ellis; Curtis Weber (Mary 
Kay), Ellis; and one daughter-in-law, Elaine Weber, Wakeeney continue to
 cherish her memory. There are 16 grandchildren and 31 
great-grandchildren to carry on her love of family and traditions.&nbsp; 
Betty Younger (Richard) Hays is Dorothy’s sole surviving sibling.Dorothy and Leonard shared 64 years of 
marriage, until his passing May 27, 2015.&nbsp; Her parents, son William 
(Bill) Weber, granddaughter Erin Weber and great-grandsons, Peyton Weber
 and Jonah Schmidtberger preceded her to Heaven. &nbsp;Also there to welcome 
her are five sisters, Mary Grecian (Don), Theresa Scheck (Andy), infant 
sister Rosie and nine brothers, Philip (Clara), Joe, Eddie (Alberta), 
Paul (Stella), Matthew (Verna), Johnny (Delores) Clarence (Maddy), 
William (Rosie) and an infant brother Francis.Visitation will be held Wednesday 
November 10, 2021 from 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 
in Ellis.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:00 PM.&nbsp; The 
parish vigil service will begin at 7:00 PM, followed by a second 
rosary.&nbsp; Additional visitation will be held Thursday November 11, 2021 
at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis from 9:00 AM until service time.Funeral Services will begin 10:00 AM. 
&nbsp;Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Funeral Mass may be 
viewed on Facebook Live at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;and select the
 Facebook Live tab at the top of the page. Once the service starts the 
video will come on live.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Catholic Church.Condolences may be left by guest book 
at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at 
keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral 
Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

Dorothy Ann Weber

Charles "Charlie" B. Ring, age 32, of 
Hays, Kansas, passed away at HaysMed - Hays on November 4, 2021.&nbsp; 


Services are pending and will be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.

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

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 </figure>Charles "Charlie" B. Ring, age 32, of 
Hays, Kansas, passed away at HaysMed - Hays on November 4, 2021.&nbsp; 
Services are pending and will be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral 
Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Charles 'Charlie' B. Ring

March 24, 1959
 -
 November 6, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

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 -
 November 6, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Lafe D. 'Dean' Poe

Sandra “Sue” Goodson, 81, died Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Minneola Long Term Care.

She was born December 17, 1939, at McDonald, Kansas, the daughter of 
William “Bill” Levi and Virginia (Erikson) Dungan.&nbsp; She moved to 
Minneola from Yuma, Arizona.&nbsp; She worked as a dog groomer and also 
worked at Minneola Long Term Care in housekeeping for 11 years. She 
enjoyed antiques and going to estate sales as well as collecting salt 
and pepper shakers.

Survivors include: her son, Allen Goodson, Minneola; her daughter, 
Rhonda Goodson Ramiro and husband Charles, Phoenix, Arizona; and 
numerous cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; There will be no public viewing as cremation has taken place.

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 </figure>Sandra “Sue” Goodson, 81, died Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Minneola Long Term Care.She was born December 17, 1939, at McDonald, Kansas, the daughter of 
William “Bill” Levi and Virginia (Erikson) Dungan.&nbsp; She moved to 
Minneola from Yuma, Arizona.&nbsp; She worked as a dog groomer and also 
worked at Minneola Long Term Care in housekeeping for 11 years. She 
enjoyed antiques and going to estate sales as well as collecting salt 
and pepper shakers.Survivors include: her son, Allen Goodson, Minneola; her daughter, 
Rhonda Goodson Ramiro and husband Charles, Phoenix, Arizona; and 
numerous cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents.Private family services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; There will be no public viewing as cremation has taken place.

Sandra 'Sue' Goodson

Edward J. Werth, age 93, of Park, Kansas, passed away November 6, 2021, at Gove County Medical Center in Quinter, Kansas. He was born January 30, 1928, to Thomas and Bertha (Kreutzer) Werth. Edward was united in marriage to the love of his life, Cordula Ritter, on May 4, 1948, in Leoville, Kansas. They were married for 73 and a half years. What a great example and something to be proud of. 

To this union were born nine children, eight of whom survive Edward. Elaine (LaVern) Schneider of Albert, Kansas, Kathleen (Bob) Reinert of Salina, Kansas, Evelyn Whitaker of Moberly, Missouri, Janette (Tom) Walters of Emporia, Kansas, James (Jeanne) Werth of Pueblo West, Colorado, Janice (Lance) Koland of Newton, Kansas, David (Lori) Werth of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and Karla (Chris) Hecker of Hays, Kansas. He also leaves to mourn four sisters and one brother: Celestina (Dale) Moran, Mary Kerns, Bertha Haas, Caroline (Don) Witte, and John Werth; sister-in-law Elaine Werth; 29 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Edward was a farmer and stockman who raised registered Hereford cattle and was a member of both the American and Kansas Hereford Associations. He was also a member of the Kansas Farmer’s Union and the Knights of Columbus. Upon retirement, he spent many hours a day working on woodworking projects, which he sold at craft shows and enjoyed gifting to his children.

One of Edward’s greatest joys, and something he looked forward to every day, was getting in his wheelchair and going outside for a cigar. If he could, he would try to convince you that he hadn’t already had one, to go get another one.

Edward was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Harvey; his parents; granddaughter Emily Werth; great-grandson Joshua Drew; brothers Jerome, George, Julian, and Lawrence; sisters Bertha (in infancy), Virginia Knoll, and Germaine Werth; brothers-in-law Paul Kisslinger, Andy Knoll, and Bill Kerns; sisters-in-law Lee Werth, Rosemary Werth, and Cecilia Werth.

Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, with rosary to follow.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 AM Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Park, with Father James Thomas as celebrant. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or masses. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 Main St. Quinter, Kansas 67752.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

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 </figure>Edward J. Werth, age 93, of Park, Kansas, passed away November 6, 2021, at Gove County Medical Center in Quinter, Kansas. He was born January 30, 1928, to Thomas and Bertha (Kreutzer) Werth. Edward was united in marriage to the love of his life, Cordula Ritter, on May 4, 1948, in Leoville, Kansas. They were married for 73 and a half years. What a great example and something to be proud of. To this union were born nine children, eight of whom survive Edward. Elaine (LaVern) Schneider of Albert, Kansas, Kathleen (Bob) Reinert of Salina, Kansas, Evelyn Whitaker of Moberly, Missouri, Janette (Tom) Walters of Emporia, Kansas, James (Jeanne) Werth of Pueblo West, Colorado, Janice (Lance) Koland of Newton, Kansas, David (Lori) Werth of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and Karla (Chris) Hecker of Hays, Kansas. He also leaves to mourn four sisters and one brother: Celestina (Dale) Moran, Mary Kerns, Bertha Haas, Caroline (Don) Witte, and John Werth; sister-in-law Elaine Werth; 29 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.Edward was a farmer and stockman who raised registered Hereford cattle and was a member of both the American and Kansas Hereford Associations. He was also a member of the Kansas Farmer’s Union and the Knights of Columbus. Upon retirement, he spent many hours a day working on woodworking projects, which he sold at craft shows and enjoyed gifting to his children.One of Edward’s greatest joys, and something he looked forward to every day, was getting in his wheelchair and going outside for a cigar. If he could, he would try to convince you that he hadn’t already had one, to go get another one.Edward was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Harvey; his parents; granddaughter Emily Werth; great-grandson Joshua Drew; brothers Jerome, George, Julian, and Lawrence; sisters Bertha (in infancy), Virginia Knoll, and Germaine Werth; brothers-in-law Paul Kisslinger, Andy Knoll, and Bill Kerns; sisters-in-law Lee Werth, Rosemary Werth, and Cecilia Werth.Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, with rosary to follow.Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 AM Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Park, with Father James Thomas as celebrant. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or masses. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 Main St. Quinter, Kansas 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Edward J. Werth

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

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 </figure>April 17, 1932 ~ November 7, 2021An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Guy-Bolen">HERE</a> for service details.

Guy D. Bolen

Bill Hill, 95, died November 7, 2021, at Brookdale in Great Bend. He 
was born December 12, 1925, at Newton County, Arkansas, the son of Harve 
and Nellie Hill.

He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II on the USS Hector 
before going to work in the oil and gas industry. He was proud to have 
worked for 41 years for Lario Oil &amp; Gas.

He married Mary (Habiger) Hill Sept. 11, 1950, at Holyrood, Kansas. 
Bill and Mary lived in Ellinwood for many years before moving to rural 
Ellis County, Kansas, in 1978. They moved to Great Bend in 1989. Bill 
was a scout troop leader in Ellinwood, accompanying the scouts to Camp 
Kansa, Philmont Scout Ranch and on many other trips. Bill took pride in 
his family and always stressed to them the importance of education. He 
enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing and birdwatching.

He is survived by three sons and their families, Dr. Lary M. and 
Diane Hill, Andover; Mark D. Hill and Scarlett Hill, Oakley; Kevin L. 
Hill and Teresa, Cedar Point; nine grandchildren and 13 
great-grandchildren, Sarah, Chris and Calvin Green, Wichita; Clayton, 
Carly, Dason, Kyler and Braxton Hill, Seneca; Kathryn Hill and Richard 
Pund, Overland Park; Shea Hill, Oakley; Cori, Cody, Tait, Maycee, Lakota
 and Hannah Younkin, Oakley; Jonathan, Amanda, Walter and Wade Hill, 
Spearfish, South Dakota; Dr. Nellie Hill, Manhattan; Heath Hill and 
Brynn, Darcy and Haidyn, Americus; and Cassidy Hill of St. George; 
cousin Johnny Hill and his wife Connie, Western Grove, Ark.; and 
numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved 
wife Mary Hill, aunt and uncle Gladys and Mose Hill and cousin Mozelle 
McBain.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, 
November 10, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive 
friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 11, 
2021, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, with Father 
Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, 
Great Bend. 

Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Home Health 
and Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Bill Hill, 95, died November 7, 2021, at Brookdale in Great Bend. He 
was born December 12, 1925, at Newton County, Arkansas, the son of Harve 
and Nellie Hill.He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II on the USS Hector 
before going to work in the oil and gas industry. He was proud to have 
worked for 41 years for Lario Oil &amp; Gas.He married Mary (Habiger) Hill Sept. 11, 1950, at Holyrood, Kansas. 
Bill and Mary lived in Ellinwood for many years before moving to rural 
Ellis County, Kansas, in 1978. They moved to Great Bend in 1989. Bill 
was a scout troop leader in Ellinwood, accompanying the scouts to Camp 
Kansa, Philmont Scout Ranch and on many other trips. Bill took pride in 
his family and always stressed to them the importance of education. He 
enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing and birdwatching.He is survived by three sons and their families, Dr. Lary M. and 
Diane Hill, Andover; Mark D. Hill and Scarlett Hill, Oakley; Kevin L. 
Hill and Teresa, Cedar Point; nine grandchildren and 13 
great-grandchildren, Sarah, Chris and Calvin Green, Wichita; Clayton, 
Carly, Dason, Kyler and Braxton Hill, Seneca; Kathryn Hill and Richard 
Pund, Overland Park; Shea Hill, Oakley; Cori, Cody, Tait, Maycee, Lakota
 and Hannah Younkin, Oakley; Jonathan, Amanda, Walter and Wade Hill, 
Spearfish, South Dakota; Dr. Nellie Hill, Manhattan; Heath Hill and 
Brynn, Darcy and Haidyn, Americus; and Cassidy Hill of St. George; 
cousin Johnny Hill and his wife Connie, Western Grove, Ark.; and 
numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved 
wife Mary Hill, aunt and uncle Gladys and Mose Hill and cousin Mozelle 
McBain.Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, 
November 10, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive 
friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 11, 
2021, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, with Father 
Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, 
Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Home Health 
and Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Bill Hill

Sheri Anne (Sextro) Heilman was born May 31, 1964, in Harlan, Iowa to
 Dave and Anne (Allstot) Sextro, and passed on to be with her Lord on 
November 7, 2021, after battling a rare form of cancer.

Following graduation from high school, Sheri attended the University 
of Northern Iowa and Drake University where she achieved her Bachelors 
and Masters degrees in English and Educational Administration. &nbsp;While 
teaching and coaching in the Titonka School District, Sheri met the love
 of her life, Carl Heilman. &nbsp;On July 27, 1990, Carl and Sheri were 
joined in holy matrimony. &nbsp; Of the many things Sheri did in her life, 
she took most pride in being a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, 
aunt, friend and teacher. &nbsp;

While living in Iowa, Carl and Sheri welcomed the first of their four
 children,&nbsp;Brooke Anne Heilman, who was born June 15, 1991. &nbsp;A job 
opportunity led the Heilman family to Arizona, where they would reside 
for the next 10 years and would welcome their second daughter, Alissa 
Roi Heilman, born February 17, 1994. &nbsp;It was while in Arizona that Sheri
 made the move from classroom teacher to school principal. &nbsp;God’s next 
plan led the Heilmans from Arizona to Robinson, Illinois, where they 
welcomed their third child, Scott Benjamin Heilman, on October 8, 2003. 
&nbsp;It was their time in Illinois that found the Heilmans extremely busy as
 both Sheri and Carl filled their roles as school administrators and 
parents to a growing family. &nbsp;As was their habit, a final move to Great 
Bend, Kansas, brought the arrival of another baby, when Maximus Otis 
Heilman was born on January 8, 2008. &nbsp;Sheri and Carl often joked that 
they would need to stop moving to different states.

Left to honor Sheri’s memory are her husband, Carl; daughters, Brooke
 Heilman, and Alissa Buenger (Chris); and sons Scott Heilman and Maximus
 Heilman. &nbsp;Additionally are her parents Dave and Anne&nbsp;Sextro; two 
sisters, Susan Oberg (Steve), and Beth Namanny (Mike); and brother Ryan 
Sextro (Melanie). &nbsp;As well, Sheri leaves behind her mother in-law, 
Marianne Vigen Stanard; a brother in-law, Darren Vigen, and sister 
in-law Darice (Vigen) Fink; five nieces, Jaime Hanson (Matthew), Taylor 
Namanny, Logan Namanny, Taegan Fink, and Terra Fink; three nephews, 
Ethan, Lincoln, and Beckett Sextro; and great nephew, Kaden Hanson.

Those who have gone on before to make a place for Sheri include, 
maternal grandparents, Cecil and Marcella Allstot; paternal 
grandparents, Frank and Lorine Sextro; Sheri’s father in-law and partner
 in crime, Otis Vigen; a nephew, Chris Oberg; two uncles; and four 
cousins.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, 
November 11, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life 
ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m., at Encounter Church, First Assembly
 of God, on November 12, 2021. &nbsp;Cremation has already taken place and 
Sheri’s remains will be inurned in a burial plot at a private family 
service at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests 
memorials to be made to Scott and Max Heilman educational fund or the 
Central Kansas Dream Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Sheri Anne (Sextro) Heilman was born May 31, 1964, in Harlan, Iowa to
 Dave and Anne (Allstot) Sextro, and passed on to be with her Lord on 
November 7, 2021, after battling a rare form of cancer.Following graduation from high school, Sheri attended the University 
of Northern Iowa and Drake University where she achieved her Bachelors 
and Masters degrees in English and Educational Administration. &nbsp;While 
teaching and coaching in the Titonka School District, Sheri met the love
 of her life, Carl Heilman. &nbsp;On July 27, 1990, Carl and Sheri were 
joined in holy matrimony. &nbsp; Of the many things Sheri did in her life, 
she took most pride in being a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, 
aunt, friend and teacher. &nbsp;While living in Iowa, Carl and Sheri welcomed the first of their four
 children,&nbsp;Brooke Anne Heilman, who was born June 15, 1991. &nbsp;A job 
opportunity led the Heilman family to Arizona, where they would reside 
for the next 10 years and would welcome their second daughter, Alissa 
Roi Heilman, born February 17, 1994. &nbsp;It was while in Arizona that Sheri
 made the move from classroom teacher to school principal. &nbsp;God’s next 
plan led the Heilmans from Arizona to Robinson, Illinois, where they 
welcomed their third child, Scott Benjamin Heilman, on October 8, 2003. 
&nbsp;It was their time in Illinois that found the Heilmans extremely busy as
 both Sheri and Carl filled their roles as school administrators and 
parents to a growing family. &nbsp;As was their habit, a final move to Great 
Bend, Kansas, brought the arrival of another baby, when Maximus Otis 
Heilman was born on January 8, 2008. &nbsp;Sheri and Carl often joked that 
they would need to stop moving to different states.Left to honor Sheri’s memory are her husband, Carl; daughters, Brooke
 Heilman, and Alissa Buenger (Chris); and sons Scott Heilman and Maximus
 Heilman. &nbsp;Additionally are her parents Dave and Anne&nbsp;Sextro; two 
sisters, Susan Oberg (Steve), and Beth Namanny (Mike); and brother Ryan 
Sextro (Melanie). &nbsp;As well, Sheri leaves behind her mother in-law, 
Marianne Vigen Stanard; a brother in-law, Darren Vigen, and sister 
in-law Darice (Vigen) Fink; five nieces, Jaime Hanson (Matthew), Taylor 
Namanny, Logan Namanny, Taegan Fink, and Terra Fink; three nephews, 
Ethan, Lincoln, and Beckett Sextro; and great nephew, Kaden Hanson.Those who have gone on before to make a place for Sheri include, 
maternal grandparents, Cecil and Marcella Allstot; paternal 
grandparents, Frank and Lorine Sextro; Sheri’s father in-law and partner
 in crime, Otis Vigen; a nephew, Chris Oberg; two uncles; and four 
cousins.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, 
November 11, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life 
ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m., at Encounter Church, First Assembly
 of God, on November 12, 2021. &nbsp;Cremation has already taken place and 
Sheri’s remains will be inurned in a burial plot at a private family 
service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests 
memorials to be made to Scott and Max Heilman educational fund or the 
Central Kansas Dream Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Sheri Anne (Sextro) Heilman

Thomas Gene “Tom” Cook, 63, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.

Tom was born September 7, 1958, in Russell, the son of Bob and Norma Jean (Tomlin) Cook.&nbsp; He lived all of his life in Russell.&nbsp; He attended Bickerdyke Special Education Class and received a diploma from Russell High School in the Class of 1981.&nbsp; He then attended the Reed Center in Hays, Kansas since 1982 and the Pioneer Center in Russell since 2019.&nbsp; He was a paperboy for the Russell Daily News for many years.&nbsp; He was a member of the Otterbein United Methodist Church, Russell Rough Riders, Russell Boy Scouts, and Larks of Plainville, Kansas.&nbsp; He enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics, playing basketball and tennis, bowling, listening to music on his record player and attending Church choir practice with his mom.&nbsp; He was an outgoing person who loved to be around people, constantly shaking hands and was friendly and always smiling.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents and uncle Jerry Lowenstein.

Surviving family include his aunt, Kay Lowenstein of Manhattan, Kansas; guardian, Judy Riebel (Perry) of Russell, Kanas; cousins, Mark Lowenstein (Michelle) and Matt Lowenstein and other cousins; and many close friends.

The family of Tom would like to take this moment to thank the community of Russell for all the support given to our family through the years.&nbsp; When Tom was very young more than 200 volunteers (young and old) help pattern him each week in the Cook home hoping to improve his life.&nbsp; Your outpouring of love and conern for Tom has been tremendous and will never be forgotten.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at the Otterbien United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Viewing will be held from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Tuesday, November 09, 2021 at the mortuary.&nbsp; Family will greet guest from 9:30 AM to Service Time at the Church the morning of the service on Wednesday.&nbsp; 

Memorials have been established with Russell Rough Riders or Otterbein United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Thomas Gene “Tom” Cook, 63, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.Tom was born September 7, 1958, in Russell, the son of Bob and Norma Jean (Tomlin) Cook.&nbsp; He lived all of his life in Russell.&nbsp; He attended Bickerdyke Special Education Class and received a diploma from Russell High School in the Class of 1981.&nbsp; He then attended the Reed Center in Hays, Kansas since 1982 and the Pioneer Center in Russell since 2019.&nbsp; He was a paperboy for the Russell Daily News for many years.&nbsp; He was a member of the Otterbein United Methodist Church, Russell Rough Riders, Russell Boy Scouts, and Larks of Plainville, Kansas.&nbsp; He enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics, playing basketball and tennis, bowling, listening to music on his record player and attending Church choir practice with his mom.&nbsp; He was an outgoing person who loved to be around people, constantly shaking hands and was friendly and always smiling.Tom was preceded in death by his parents and uncle Jerry Lowenstein.Surviving family include his aunt, Kay Lowenstein of Manhattan, Kansas; guardian, Judy Riebel (Perry) of Russell, Kanas; cousins, Mark Lowenstein (Michelle) and Matt Lowenstein and other cousins; and many close friends.The family of Tom would like to take this moment to thank the community of Russell for all the support given to our family through the years.&nbsp; When Tom was very young more than 200 volunteers (young and old) help pattern him each week in the Cook home hoping to improve his life.&nbsp; Your outpouring of love and conern for Tom has been tremendous and will never be forgotten.Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at the Otterbien United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Viewing will be held from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Tuesday, November 09, 2021 at the mortuary.&nbsp; Family will greet guest from 9:30 AM to Service Time at the Church the morning of the service on Wednesday.&nbsp; Memorials have been established with Russell Rough Riders or Otterbein United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Thomas Gene 'Tom' Cook

Kathleen Joy Cassell, 93, passed away Saturday, 
November 6, 2021. She was born October 12, 1928, to Elmer Hagstrand and 
Mildred Pihl Hagstrand in Lindsborg, Kansas. Kathleen graduated from 
Marymount College in 1950.

In 1951, she married John Humbargar; they had six children: daughters 
Linda Draper, Connie Lyon, Teri Humbargar, and Jackie Sharp (all of 
Salina) and sons Michael John Humbargar (Hays) and Patrick James 
Humbargar (deceased.)

Kathleen married Joe Cassell in 1975 and worked until retirement at 
Waddles Heating and Cooling. Kathleen and Joe shared stepdaughters Joann
 and Vickie and their extended families. She was preceded in death by 
her parents, her son Patrick James, husband Joe Cassell, and two 
sisters. 
&nbsp; 
Kathleen is survived by the children listed as well as five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and three siblings. 
&nbsp; 
Cremation was chosen. Inurnment will take place at a later date. 
Memorials in honor of Mike Humbargar may be made to DSNWK (Developmental
 Services Northwest Kansas, Hays, KS) and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 </figure>Kathleen Joy Cassell, 93, passed away Saturday, 
November 6, 2021. She was born October 12, 1928, to Elmer Hagstrand and 
Mildred Pihl Hagstrand in Lindsborg, Kansas. Kathleen graduated from 
Marymount College in 1950.In 1951, she married John Humbargar; they had six children: daughters 
Linda Draper, Connie Lyon, Teri Humbargar, and Jackie Sharp (all of 
Salina) and sons Michael John Humbargar (Hays) and Patrick James 
Humbargar (deceased.)Kathleen married Joe Cassell in 1975 and worked until retirement at 
Waddles Heating and Cooling. Kathleen and Joe shared stepdaughters Joann
 and Vickie and their extended families. She was preceded in death by 
her parents, her son Patrick James, husband Joe Cassell, and two 
sisters. 
&nbsp; 
Kathleen is survived by the children listed as well as five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and three siblings. 
&nbsp; 
Cremation was chosen. Inurnment will take place at a later date. 
Memorials in honor of Mike Humbargar may be made to DSNWK (Developmental
 Services Northwest Kansas, Hays, KS) and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Kathleen Joy Cassell

Geraldine E. “Jean” Moeder, 88, passed away November 7, 2021, at the 
University of Kansas Health Systems - Great Bend Campus.&nbsp; She was born 
November 28, 1932, in Hoisington, to Alois and Anna (Hitschmann) Reif.&nbsp; 
Jean married Richard Moeder on November 10, 1953, in Odin.

After growing up in Odin, Jean moved to Great Bend in 1950.&nbsp; She was a
 devoted wife and mother. She was also a registered nurse,&nbsp;working&nbsp;in 
St. Rose's surgical ward before focussing on her&nbsp;daughters and working 
with her husband Rich&nbsp;as bookkeeper for&nbsp;Rich's Electric.&nbsp; She was a 
devoted member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church,
 a 50-year member of the Immaculate Conception Circle of the Daughter's 
of Isabella. She was also a long term member of the church's&nbsp;Altar 
Society, in which she coordinated funeral dinners for many years.&nbsp;Jean 
enjoyed many years of bowling in&nbsp;Great Bend Women's Bowling Association,
 winning many league championships as well as the 1975 state singles 
title.

Survivors include her husband, Richard Moeder of the home; four 
daughters, Deb&nbsp;Floodman and husband Michael of Wichita, Cheri Hayes and 
husband Bill of New Fairfield, CT, Diane Stalcup and husband Kevin of 
Great Bend and Karen Williams and partner Kendal Nelson of Wichita; 
eight grandchildren, Kyle Gerstner and wife Allie, Abby Rickard and 
husband David, Macee Kelley and husband Daniel,&nbsp; Kelli Myers and husband
 Shane, Matt Stalcup and wife Andrea, Barry Stalcup and wife Daphne, 
Lauren Williams and Kacey Williams and partner Ryan Fletter; and 15 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by&nbsp;four brothers, Msgr. 
Steve Reif, Frank Reif, Lawrence Reif, and Tony Reif; two sisters, Irene
 Polzin and Emma Prosser; and son-in-law, Kirk Williams.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 10, 
2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m, Tuesday, November 9, with an 
Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil service followed by&nbsp;the 
Daughter’s of Isabella Rosary at 5:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;


 Memorials may be given to Almost Home, Inc. or Prince of Peace Parish 
or Holy Family School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Geraldine E. “Jean” Moeder, 88, passed away November 7, 2021, at the 
University of Kansas Health Systems - Great Bend Campus.&nbsp; She was born 
November 28, 1932, in Hoisington, to Alois and Anna (Hitschmann) Reif.&nbsp; 
Jean married Richard Moeder on November 10, 1953, in Odin.After growing up in Odin, Jean moved to Great Bend in 1950.&nbsp; She was a
 devoted wife and mother. She was also a registered nurse,&nbsp;working&nbsp;in 
St. Rose's surgical ward before focussing on her&nbsp;daughters and working 
with her husband Rich&nbsp;as bookkeeper for&nbsp;Rich's Electric.&nbsp; She was a 
devoted member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church,
 a 50-year member of the Immaculate Conception Circle of the Daughter's 
of Isabella. She was also a long term member of the church's&nbsp;Altar 
Society, in which she coordinated funeral dinners for many years.&nbsp;Jean 
enjoyed many years of bowling in&nbsp;Great Bend Women's Bowling Association,
 winning many league championships as well as the 1975 state singles 
title.Survivors include her husband, Richard Moeder of the home; four 
daughters, Deb&nbsp;Floodman and husband Michael of Wichita, Cheri Hayes and 
husband Bill of New Fairfield, CT, Diane Stalcup and husband Kevin of 
Great Bend and Karen Williams and partner Kendal Nelson of Wichita; 
eight grandchildren, Kyle Gerstner and wife Allie, Abby Rickard and 
husband David, Macee Kelley and husband Daniel,&nbsp; Kelli Myers and husband
 Shane, Matt Stalcup and wife Andrea, Barry Stalcup and wife Daphne, 
Lauren Williams and Kacey Williams and partner Ryan Fletter; and 15 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by&nbsp;four brothers, Msgr. 
Steve Reif, Frank Reif, Lawrence Reif, and Tony Reif; two sisters, Irene
 Polzin and Emma Prosser; and son-in-law, Kirk Williams.Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 10, 
2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m, Tuesday, November 9, with an 
Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil service followed by&nbsp;the 
Daughter’s of Isabella Rosary at 5:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;
 Memorials may be given to Almost Home, Inc. or Prince of Peace Parish 
or Holy Family School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Geraldine E. 'Jean' Moeder

Nelson Leroy Schwartz was born on June 21, 1930, in Ness City to Alex and
 Adelia (Block) Schwartz. He passed on Friday, November 5, 2021, at home
 surrounded by loved ones. He married Elvera Koester on July 15, 1951,&nbsp; in Ness City. 
Nelson was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dighton. He was 
raised on the farm and enlisted in the United States Marines in 1950 and
 served during the Korean Conflict. He was released from active duty in
 1952 and stayed in the Marine Corps Reserves until being honorably 
discharged on August 22, 1959. Nelson acquired the family farm after 
returning from overseas active duty. He was a lifelong farmer/ rancher 
as well as other entrepreneurial businesses, which included 
pushing/packing silage dozing business and achieving Platinum level in 
the Amway business. 
He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, four-wheeling/ranger, 
auctioneering, riding horses especially in his younger years. He loved 
singing Gospel and country music. And if he wasn’t singing he’d be 
yodeling. Nelson was a man who brought such joy to his family, 
neighbors, loved ones and all he met. 
He is survived by his Daughter- Marletta Schwartz of Dighton, Brother- 
Eugene Schwartz of Littleton, Colorado, Son-In-Law- Randy &amp; Marla 
Evans of Dighton, Daughter-In-Law Mary Schwartz of Springfield, 
Missouri, 8 Grandchildren and 12 Great-Grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his Parents, Wife, Daughter- Marsha Evans, 2
 Sons- Elwin Schwartz and Darrel Schwartz Grandson- Darek Evans, 
Great-Grandson- Tyler Long, Brother- Wilbert Schwartz and Sister- Nadine
 Goodman. 
Celebration of Life Service will be at 10:30 AM Thursday at the United 
Methodist Church in Dighton with Rev. Ken Bowden officiating. Military 
honors will be conducted by the United States Marine Corp Honor Guard. 
Burial will be in Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to
 the Nelson Schwartz Memorial Fund in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. 
Friends may call 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday at Boomhower Funeral Home 
in Dighton. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com Boomhower Funeral Home 145 North Wichita, Box 891 Dighton, Ks 67839

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 </figure>Nelson Leroy Schwartz was born on June 21, 1930, in Ness City to Alex and
 Adelia (Block) Schwartz. He passed on Friday, November 5, 2021, at home
 surrounded by loved ones. He married Elvera Koester on July 15, 1951,&nbsp; in Ness City. 
Nelson was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dighton. He was 
raised on the farm and enlisted in the United States Marines in 1950 and
 served during the Korean Conflict. He was released from active duty in
 1952 and stayed in the Marine Corps Reserves until being honorably 
discharged on August 22, 1959. Nelson acquired the family farm after 
returning from overseas active duty. He was a lifelong farmer/ rancher 
as well as other entrepreneurial businesses, which included 
pushing/packing silage dozing business and achieving Platinum level in 
the Amway business. 
He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, four-wheeling/ranger, 
auctioneering, riding horses especially in his younger years. He loved 
singing Gospel and country music. And if he wasn’t singing he’d be 
yodeling. Nelson was a man who brought such joy to his family, 
neighbors, loved ones and all he met. 
He is survived by his Daughter- Marletta Schwartz of Dighton, Brother- 
Eugene Schwartz of Littleton, Colorado, Son-In-Law- Randy &amp; Marla 
Evans of Dighton, Daughter-In-Law Mary Schwartz of Springfield, 
Missouri, 8 Grandchildren and 12 Great-Grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his Parents, Wife, Daughter- Marsha Evans, 2
 Sons- Elwin Schwartz and Darrel Schwartz Grandson- Darek Evans, 
Great-Grandson- Tyler Long, Brother- Wilbert Schwartz and Sister- Nadine
 Goodman. 
Celebration of Life Service will be at 10:30 AM Thursday at the United 
Methodist Church in Dighton with Rev. Ken Bowden officiating. Military 
honors will be conducted by the United States Marine Corp Honor Guard. 
Burial will be in Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to
 the Nelson Schwartz Memorial Fund in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. 
Friends may call 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday at Boomhower Funeral Home 
in Dighton. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com Boomhower Funeral Home 145 North Wichita, Box 891 Dighton, Ks 67839

Nelson Leroy Schwartz

Anna Flax, age 94, of Ellis, Kansas passed away Friday, November 5, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. She was born March 4, 1927, in Ellis, Kansas, to Philip and Frances (Gnad) Schuster. On September 20, 1948, she married Phillip J. Flax in St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on May 13, 2009. Anna was a homemaker and truly loved being a mother and grandmother. She often cared for her grandchildren and preparing family dinners was something that she did often. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella both of Ellis. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, house plants, sewing and embroidery work. Anna is survived by four daughters, Phyllis Knoll and husband Fred of Hays, Charlotte Pfeifer and husband Eldon, Ruth Bollig and husband Richard and Millie Haas and husband Gary all of Ellis; &nbsp;eleven grandchildren, Shawn (Kayleen) Knoll of Omaha, Grady (Tonya) Knoll of Hays, Sheldon (April) Pfeifer of Ellis, Jason (Beth) Pfeifer of Russell, Brandon (Chandra) Pfeifer of Ellis, Janelle (Matt) Mongeau of LaCrosse, Preston (Annie) Bollig of Ellis, Alyson (Darren) Johnson of Ellis, Daniel (Lacie) Haas of Ellis, Daren (Whitney) Haas of Bashor and Dylan Haas of Lenexa. She is also survived by 20 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother, Ignatius Schuster and a sister, Elizabeth Amrein.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Funeral Mass may be viewed on Facebook Live &nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;and select the Facebook Live tab at the top of the page. Once the service starts the video will come on live.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Tuesday 9:00 AM until service time all at St. Mary's Church. A combined parish vigil and Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 PM Monday at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Church or St. Mary’s School. 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>&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

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 </figure>Anna Flax, age 94, of Ellis, Kansas passed away Friday, November 5, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. She was born March 4, 1927, in Ellis, Kansas, to Philip and Frances (Gnad) Schuster. On September 20, 1948, she married Phillip J. Flax in St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on May 13, 2009. Anna was a homemaker and truly loved being a mother and grandmother. She often cared for her grandchildren and preparing family dinners was something that she did often. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella both of Ellis. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, house plants, sewing and embroidery work. Anna is survived by four daughters, Phyllis Knoll and husband Fred of Hays, Charlotte Pfeifer and husband Eldon, Ruth Bollig and husband Richard and Millie Haas and husband Gary all of Ellis; &nbsp;eleven grandchildren, Shawn (Kayleen) Knoll of Omaha, Grady (Tonya) Knoll of Hays, Sheldon (April) Pfeifer of Ellis, Jason (Beth) Pfeifer of Russell, Brandon (Chandra) Pfeifer of Ellis, Janelle (Matt) Mongeau of LaCrosse, Preston (Annie) Bollig of Ellis, Alyson (Darren) Johnson of Ellis, Daniel (Lacie) Haas of Ellis, Daren (Whitney) Haas of Bashor and Dylan Haas of Lenexa. She is also survived by 20 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother, Ignatius Schuster and a sister, Elizabeth Amrein.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Funeral Mass may be viewed on Facebook Live &nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;and select the Facebook Live tab at the top of the page. Once the service starts the video will come on live.&nbsp; Visitation will be Monday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Tuesday 9:00 AM until service time all at St. Mary's Church. A combined parish vigil and Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 PM Monday at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Church or St. Mary’s School. 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>&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

Anna Flax

Joan M. Kline, 72, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021, at her home in Smith Center, KS. Services are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Joan M. Kline, 72, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021, at her home in Smith Center, KS. Services are pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

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