Berniece Marguerite (Weigand) Landry, 98, was born July 18, 1923, the
 second daughter and sixth child of J.A. and Maude (Moore) Weigand in 
their farm home in Rush County, Kansas.

She grew up and attended school in La Crosse, Kansas, and graduated 
from La Crosse Rural High School in 1941.&nbsp; She attended Washburn 
University before moving to Wichita, Kansas, at the start of World War 
II.&nbsp; While in Wichita, she worked at Beech Aircraft Company.&nbsp; This is 
where she met and married Leo J. Landry.&nbsp; Berniece and Leo were married 
on March 30, 1942, and they enjoyed 58 years of life together until his 
death on September 23,&nbsp; 2001.

Berniece and Leo moved back to La Crosse in 1945.&nbsp; She worked at the 
Rush County Court House for several years.&nbsp; Their daughter, Carolyn Rose
 was born on January 15, 1953.

Bernie spent almost all of her life in La Crosse and was an active 
member of the community.&nbsp; As a member of the Evangelical United Brethren
 (later the Methodist Church) she taught Sunday School, was the Youth 
Fellowship leader, etc.&nbsp; for many years.&nbsp; She was one of the original 
volunteers of the Second Chance store and spent many years working 
there.

Bernie and Leo were avid antique lovers and refinished and enjoyed 
many beautiful things.&nbsp; She also loved animals and provided homes for 
many fortunate pets thru the years.

She had many friends and was a friend to many people of all ages, although she always preferred to stay in the background.

Bernie moved to Locust Grove Village, La Crosse,&nbsp;in 2016, and was a resident until she passed away on December 11, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; their daughter, 
Carolyn Rose; her parents, J.A. and Maude Weigand; one sister, Edrie 
(Weigand) Foster (Dan); brothers, Carl Weigand, Victor Weigand 
(Margaret),&nbsp; Eldred Weigand (Rosalind), W.R. (Butch) Weigand 
(Mengabelle); and several nieces and nephews.

Bernie was always a favorite aunt of her nieces and nephews ...... 
Charles and Jan Sanford, Shadow Hills, California; Robert and Sue 
Sanford, Scottsdale, Arizona;&nbsp; Sybil (Foster) and Jerry Underwood, 
Leawood, Kansas;&nbsp; Krista Belle (Weigand) Bateman, Aurora, Colorado; 
Charles Dale and Elizabeth Foster, Castle Rock, Colorado;&nbsp; Sharon 
(Weigand) and Ben Grove, Frisco, Colorado;&nbsp; along with many friends and 
other relatives.

Church visitation will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, from 10:00 
A.M. to 10:50 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at
 the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Scott 
Tempero officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, Kansas.

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

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

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/12/1639492827096.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Berniece Marguerite (Weigand) Landry, 98, was born July 18, 1923, the
 second daughter and sixth child of J.A. and Maude (Moore) Weigand in 
their farm home in Rush County, Kansas.She grew up and attended school in La Crosse, Kansas, and graduated 
from La Crosse Rural High School in 1941.&nbsp; She attended Washburn 
University before moving to Wichita, Kansas, at the start of World War 
II.&nbsp; While in Wichita, she worked at Beech Aircraft Company.&nbsp; This is 
where she met and married Leo J. Landry.&nbsp; Berniece and Leo were married 
on March 30, 1942, and they enjoyed 58 years of life together until his 
death on September 23,&nbsp; 2001.Berniece and Leo moved back to La Crosse in 1945.&nbsp; She worked at the 
Rush County Court House for several years.&nbsp; Their daughter, Carolyn Rose
 was born on January 15, 1953.Bernie spent almost all of her life in La Crosse and was an active 
member of the community.&nbsp; As a member of the Evangelical United Brethren
 (later the Methodist Church) she taught Sunday School, was the Youth 
Fellowship leader, etc.&nbsp; for many years.&nbsp; She was one of the original 
volunteers of the Second Chance store and spent many years working 
there.Bernie and Leo were avid antique lovers and refinished and enjoyed 
many beautiful things.&nbsp; She also loved animals and provided homes for 
many fortunate pets thru the years.She had many friends and was a friend to many people of all ages, although she always preferred to stay in the background.Bernie moved to Locust Grove Village, La Crosse,&nbsp;in 2016, and was a resident until she passed away on December 11, 2021.She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; their daughter, 
Carolyn Rose; her parents, J.A. and Maude Weigand; one sister, Edrie 
(Weigand) Foster (Dan); brothers, Carl Weigand, Victor Weigand 
(Margaret),&nbsp; Eldred Weigand (Rosalind), W.R. (Butch) Weigand 
(Mengabelle); and several nieces and nephews.Bernie was always a favorite aunt of her nieces and nephews ...... 
Charles and Jan Sanford, Shadow Hills, California; Robert and Sue 
Sanford, Scottsdale, Arizona;&nbsp; Sybil (Foster) and Jerry Underwood, 
Leawood, Kansas;&nbsp; Krista Belle (Weigand) Bateman, Aurora, Colorado; 
Charles Dale and Elizabeth Foster, Castle Rock, Colorado;&nbsp; Sharon 
(Weigand) and Ben Grove, Frisco, Colorado;&nbsp; along with many friends and 
other relatives.Church visitation will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, from 10:00 
A.M. to 10:50 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at
 the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Pastor Scott 
Tempero officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Berniece Marguerite (Weigand) Landry

Kathleen “Kay” Mae (Dillane) Marcuson was born May 28, 1926, in Viking, 
Alberta, Canada, the third child of four to William Perry and Ada 
Harriet (Gurney) Dillane. She passed away December 9, 2021, at the Good 
Samaritan Society in Oberlin, Kansas at the age of 95.
 When she was two, Kay’s family moved to Chula Vista, California, 
where she grew up. She graduated from Sweetwater High School in National
 City, CA in 1944. On November 29, 1945, Kay wed Gail Marcuson, who she 
met at a USO dance hosted by her parents, while he was stationed at the 
San Diego Naval Base. After they were married, Kay and Gail moved to his
 home in Decatur County, Kansas where they farmed and raised their 
family and enjoyed nearly 69 years of marriage. Gail passed away on 
November 27, 2014.
 Kay loved people and the door to her home was always open with 
homemade baked goods, a hug, and a laugh at the ready. An avid 
needlework artist, Kay shared her angels, dolls, and other beautiful 
creations with all who knew her. She was known for her sharp wit and 
keen sense of humor, and she looked forward to reading the comics every 
morning, often sharing her “funny pages” clippings with her loved ones. 
Kay adored her family and was the best grandma ever, not only to her 
beloved grand and great-grandchildren, but also to their friends. Kay 
was raised as an Episcopalian and was a member of Lund Covenant Church. 
 Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Ada; husband, 
Gail; siblings Ruth, Joyce, and Allan; father-in-law, Albert and 
mothers-in-law, Ruby and Myrtle. She is survived by her children, Diane 
(Chuck), Julie (Mark), Rick (Sally), and Bradley (Elaine); 
grandchildren, Natalie (Toby), Chip (Angela), Jessica (fiancé Joe), 
Brandon (Katie), Mollie (Nicolas), Grady, Leslie (Ryan), Sarah (Chris), 
and Jared (Katy); great-grandchildren, Harriet, Sebastian, Elizabeth 
Rose, Elizabeth Lorraine, Graham, Adler, and Ogden; special friends 
Tammi Fredrickson, Sunnie Jo and Cody Minum, and Jessica Fredrickson; 
and many nieces and nephews. 
 A private family graveside service will be held at Lund Covenant 
Cemetery in rural Dresden, KS on December 18. Visitation will be from 
1:00-7:00 pm on Friday, December 17, at Pauls Funeral Home in Oberlin, 
KS. The family will greet guests from 5:00-7:00 pm. A Celebration of 
Life will be held on Kay’s birthday, May 28, 2022, time and location to 
be determined. Memorial contributions may be made to GROW Decatur County
 Foundation or Miriam’s Hope and sent in care of Pauls Funeral Home, 121
 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com.

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 </figure>Kathleen “Kay” Mae (Dillane) Marcuson was born May 28, 1926, in Viking, 
Alberta, Canada, the third child of four to William Perry and Ada 
Harriet (Gurney) Dillane. She passed away December 9, 2021, at the Good 
Samaritan Society in Oberlin, Kansas at the age of 95.
 When she was two, Kay’s family moved to Chula Vista, California, 
where she grew up. She graduated from Sweetwater High School in National
 City, CA in 1944. On November 29, 1945, Kay wed Gail Marcuson, who she 
met at a USO dance hosted by her parents, while he was stationed at the 
San Diego Naval Base. After they were married, Kay and Gail moved to his
 home in Decatur County, Kansas where they farmed and raised their 
family and enjoyed nearly 69 years of marriage. Gail passed away on 
November 27, 2014.
 Kay loved people and the door to her home was always open with 
homemade baked goods, a hug, and a laugh at the ready. An avid 
needlework artist, Kay shared her angels, dolls, and other beautiful 
creations with all who knew her. She was known for her sharp wit and 
keen sense of humor, and she looked forward to reading the comics every 
morning, often sharing her “funny pages” clippings with her loved ones. 
Kay adored her family and was the best grandma ever, not only to her 
beloved grand and great-grandchildren, but also to their friends. Kay 
was raised as an Episcopalian and was a member of Lund Covenant Church. 
 Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Ada; husband, 
Gail; siblings Ruth, Joyce, and Allan; father-in-law, Albert and 
mothers-in-law, Ruby and Myrtle. She is survived by her children, Diane 
(Chuck), Julie (Mark), Rick (Sally), and Bradley (Elaine); 
grandchildren, Natalie (Toby), Chip (Angela), Jessica (fiancé Joe), 
Brandon (Katie), Mollie (Nicolas), Grady, Leslie (Ryan), Sarah (Chris), 
and Jared (Katy); great-grandchildren, Harriet, Sebastian, Elizabeth 
Rose, Elizabeth Lorraine, Graham, Adler, and Ogden; special friends 
Tammi Fredrickson, Sunnie Jo and Cody Minum, and Jessica Fredrickson; 
and many nieces and nephews. 
 A private family graveside service will be held at Lund Covenant 
Cemetery in rural Dresden, KS on December 18. Visitation will be from 
1:00-7:00 pm on Friday, December 17, at Pauls Funeral Home in Oberlin, 
KS. The family will greet guests from 5:00-7:00 pm. A Celebration of 
Life will be held on Kay’s birthday, May 28, 2022, time and location to 
be determined. Memorial contributions may be made to GROW Decatur County
 Foundation or Miriam’s Hope and sent in care of Pauls Funeral Home, 121
 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences may be left at 
www.paulsfh.com.

Kathleen Mae Marcuson

Donald Lee "Donnie" Lintel, age 87, of Oakley, Kansas passed away to 
join his eternal loved ones on December 11, 2021.&nbsp; 

A farmer, rancher and
 family man, his love of life and generous and kind nature will be his 
legacy, and will be continued through his family and loved ones. Donnie
 was born to Mary and Herman Lintel of Oakley, Kansas on October 18th, 
1934.&nbsp; He was their only son.&nbsp; Donnie was also blessed with seven 
sisters. A complete obituary is pending with Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be 
held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 
Oakley with Fr. Luke Thielen officiating. A visitation is being planned and memorials in lieu of flowers will be announced when determined.

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 </figure>Donald Lee "Donnie" Lintel, age 87, of Oakley, Kansas passed away to 
join his eternal loved ones on December 11, 2021.&nbsp; A farmer, rancher and
 family man, his love of life and generous and kind nature will be his 
legacy, and will be continued through his family and loved ones. Donnie
 was born to Mary and Herman Lintel of Oakley, Kansas on October 18th, 
1934.&nbsp; He was their only son.&nbsp; Donnie was also blessed with seven 
sisters. A complete obituary is pending with Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be 
held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 
Oakley with Fr. Luke Thielen officiating. A visitation is being planned and memorials in lieu of flowers will be announced when determined.

Donald Lee 'Donnie' Lintel

Phillipsburg resident Lynn Vice passed away Saturday, December 11, 
2021, at the Phillips County Hospital, Phillipsburg, at the age of 71.

She was born February 7, 1950, in Pryor, OK the daughter of F.B. and Cle Ora (Ridgeway) Vice.

Survivors include a brother Bobby Lee Vice and wife Carilyn of 
Fallbrook, CA; a sister Pauline Kay Seaman and husband Jack of Las 
Vegas, NV; and 12 Nieces and Nephews.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. 
Thursday, December 16, 2021, in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve 
Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Pleasant 
View Cemetery, Logan.

Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral chapel.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lynn Vice Companion Animal Continued Care Fund.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Lynn Vice passed away Saturday, December 11, 
2021, at the Phillips County Hospital, Phillipsburg, at the age of 71.She was born February 7, 1950, in Pryor, OK the daughter of F.B. and Cle Ora (Ridgeway) Vice.Survivors include a brother Bobby Lee Vice and wife Carilyn of 
Fallbrook, CA; a sister Pauline Kay Seaman and husband Jack of Las 
Vegas, NV; and 12 Nieces and Nephews.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. 
Thursday, December 16, 2021, in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 
Phillipsburg.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve 
Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Pleasant 
View Cemetery, Logan.Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral chapel.Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lynn Vice Companion Animal Continued Care Fund.

Lynn Vice

Mary (Rupp) Mermis, age 79 of Hays, Kansas died Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Good Society of Ellis Care Center, Ellis, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born October 11, 1942, in Hays, Kansas to Richard A. and Isabelle Clara (Geist) Rupp.&nbsp; She married Francis B. “Frank” Mermis on October 3, 1959, in Ellis, Kansas.

She was an OR staff aid at the Hadley Hospital in Hays, and a homemaker.&nbsp; She grew up in Ellis and attended Hays High School.&nbsp; Mary also worked at the Bowling Alley, and the City Hotel Restaurant both in Ellis, Suburban Dry Cleaners, P &amp; B Packers, and Travenol Labs. Mary retired in 1986.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church, St. Ann Christian Mothers, Eucharistic Minister, and Lector.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella and held a number of offices, the Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary, a former member of the Ellis V.F.W. Auxiliary and Past President, a Past President of District 9 V.F.W. Auxiliary, and was on the V.F.W. Auxiliary State Color Guard Bearers.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include her husband, Frank B. Mermis, of the home; her children, Charlene Mermis, Hays, KS; Benita Meyers and husband, Steve; Jerry Mermis, Hays, KS; Julie Pfannenstiel, Hays, KS; her sister, Alice Schrant, Victoria, KS; her brother-in-law, Syl Rome, St. Peter, KS; her ten grandchildren, Jerald Mosier (Jewel); Wendy Gabel (Austin); Adrienne Bortz (Randy); Jarett Mermis (Audrey); Cassandra Davied (Scott); Rachel Klaus (Luke); Rebecca Brady (Aaron); Amanda Pfannenstiel; Lacey Pfannenstiel;&nbsp; Lindsey Pfannenstiel; and her great grandchildren, Samantha, Nathan and Emmett Mosier; Ethan and Aria Gabel; Audrey and Lily Bortz; Brinley Mermis; Evan, Levi and Adam Brady; DeShon Williams-Shepherd, Timothy Smith and Kingstin Smith.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Francis Rupp; Robert Rupp; Marvin Rupp; her sisters, Dolores Flax; Firma Jean Rome; her great grandchild, Zachary Davied; and her son-in-law, Dale Pfannenstiel.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 17, 2021, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Walker, Kansas with Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Walker, Kansas. &nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday, at St. Ann Church.

A&nbsp; V.F.W.&nbsp; Auxiliary Memorial Service, a Daughters Of Isabelle and Christian Mothers rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, followed by a Vigil Service at 700 P.M. all at Cline’s -Keithley Mortuary of Hays. &nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to St. Ann’s Cemetery Fund, in care of the mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Mary (Rupp) Mermis, age 79 of Hays, Kansas died Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Good Society of Ellis Care Center, Ellis, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born October 11, 1942, in Hays, Kansas to Richard A. and Isabelle Clara (Geist) Rupp.&nbsp; She married Francis B. “Frank” Mermis on October 3, 1959, in Ellis, Kansas.She was an OR staff aid at the Hadley Hospital in Hays, and a homemaker.&nbsp; She grew up in Ellis and attended Hays High School.&nbsp; Mary also worked at the Bowling Alley, and the City Hotel Restaurant both in Ellis, Suburban Dry Cleaners, P &amp; B Packers, and Travenol Labs. Mary retired in 1986.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church, St. Ann Christian Mothers, Eucharistic Minister, and Lector.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Fidelis Daughters of Isabella and held a number of offices, the Victoria V.F.W. Auxiliary, a former member of the Ellis V.F.W. Auxiliary and Past President, a Past President of District 9 V.F.W. Auxiliary, and was on the V.F.W. Auxiliary State Color Guard Bearers.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Frank B. Mermis, of the home; her children, Charlene Mermis, Hays, KS; Benita Meyers and husband, Steve; Jerry Mermis, Hays, KS; Julie Pfannenstiel, Hays, KS; her sister, Alice Schrant, Victoria, KS; her brother-in-law, Syl Rome, St. Peter, KS; her ten grandchildren, Jerald Mosier (Jewel); Wendy Gabel (Austin); Adrienne Bortz (Randy); Jarett Mermis (Audrey); Cassandra Davied (Scott); Rachel Klaus (Luke); Rebecca Brady (Aaron); Amanda Pfannenstiel; Lacey Pfannenstiel;&nbsp; Lindsey Pfannenstiel; and her great grandchildren, Samantha, Nathan and Emmett Mosier; Ethan and Aria Gabel; Audrey and Lily Bortz; Brinley Mermis; Evan, Levi and Adam Brady; DeShon Williams-Shepherd, Timothy Smith and Kingstin Smith.She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Francis Rupp; Robert Rupp; Marvin Rupp; her sisters, Dolores Flax; Firma Jean Rome; her great grandchild, Zachary Davied; and her son-in-law, Dale Pfannenstiel.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 17, 2021, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Walker, Kansas with Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap. officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Walker, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday, at St. Ann Church.A&nbsp; V.F.W.&nbsp; Auxiliary Memorial Service, a Daughters Of Isabelle and Christian Mothers rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, followed by a Vigil Service at 700 P.M. all at Cline’s -Keithley Mortuary of Hays. &nbsp;The family suggests memorials to St. Ann’s Cemetery Fund, in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Mary (Rupp) Mermis

Friday, April 4th, 1958-Saturday, December 11th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Friday, April 4th, 1958-Saturday, December 11th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Franklin Duane Browning

Jerome Arthur Anderson was born on May 12, 1947 to Leo and Olga 
(Olienyk) Anderson in Dickinson, ND. &nbsp;He grew up and graduated from high
 school in&nbsp;Sidney, Mt. &nbsp;After high school he attended Montana State 
University in Bozeman, Mt. where, &nbsp;in 1969, he&nbsp;received his Bachelor's 
degree in Civil Engineering, and a year later, his Master's degree in 
Civil Engineering. &nbsp;He worked on flood control in Los Angeles for a 
time, and then decided to get into the petroleum business. &nbsp;He worked 
for several different oil companies, and ultimately, his own company, 
Petro-America, LLC., all the while deciding to settle in the Denver area
 where he could enjoy his passion for hunting, fishing, and other 
outdoor activities, especially at his favorite mountain cabin retreat. &nbsp;

In 1989 he married the love of his life, Cheryl Ann Roach. &nbsp;From 
their home in Highlands Ranch, Co., they enjoyed many outings to their 
cabin, as well as numerous vacation travels all around the country.

He passed away on Dec. 1, 2021 at Litteton Adventist Hospital, in Littleton, Co., following a heart attack, at the age of 74.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo &amp; Olga, and a 
brother, David. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife Cheryle in Highlands Ranch, a
 half-sister, Mary Rabenberg in Mobridge, SD., a brother, Roger in 
Billings, MT, a brother, Ken in Missoula, MT, a sister-in-law, Carol 
Anderson in Grand Rapids, MN., as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Jerome-Anderson">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jerome Arthur Anderson was born on May 12, 1947 to Leo and Olga 
(Olienyk) Anderson in Dickinson, ND. &nbsp;He grew up and graduated from high
 school in&nbsp;Sidney, Mt. &nbsp;After high school he attended Montana State 
University in Bozeman, Mt. where, &nbsp;in 1969, he&nbsp;received his Bachelor's 
degree in Civil Engineering, and a year later, his Master's degree in 
Civil Engineering. &nbsp;He worked on flood control in Los Angeles for a 
time, and then decided to get into the petroleum business. &nbsp;He worked 
for several different oil companies, and ultimately, his own company, 
Petro-America, LLC., all the while deciding to settle in the Denver area
 where he could enjoy his passion for hunting, fishing, and other 
outdoor activities, especially at his favorite mountain cabin retreat. &nbsp;In 1989 he married the love of his life, Cheryl Ann Roach. &nbsp;From 
their home in Highlands Ranch, Co., they enjoyed many outings to their 
cabin, as well as numerous vacation travels all around the country.He passed away on Dec. 1, 2021 at Litteton Adventist Hospital, in Littleton, Co., following a heart attack, at the age of 74.He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo &amp; Olga, and a 
brother, David. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife Cheryle in Highlands Ranch, a
 half-sister, Mary Rabenberg in Mobridge, SD., a brother, Roger in 
Billings, MT, a brother, Ken in Missoula, MT, a sister-in-law, Carol 
Anderson in Grand Rapids, MN., as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Jerome-Anderson">HERE</a> for service details.

Jerome Arthur Anderson

Richard Von “Dick” Stevenson, 79, passed away on December 9, 2021, in 
Colby, Kansas. He was born on May 30, 1942, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to 
Carlos Craig and Thelma Louise (Swafford) Stevenson.
 Dick grew up in Kansas and Arizona, his grandparents were a huge 
part of his life as a kid. Dick was a very accomplish boxer, he won the
 Kansas and Oklahoma Golden Gloves Boxing Championship. He graduated 
from Hutchinson High School in 1960. After high school, he attended 
Hutchinson Community College for a year. In 1961, he began to work for 
Cessna Aircraft Company and he also married the love of his life, 
Patricia Swepston in Hutchinson, Kansas. 
 Dick enjoyed aviation. He became the first instrument flight 
instructor in the state of Kansas. He started crop dusting in 1968. 
Then in 1971, he moved to Selden, bought land and started farming, which
 he enjoyed immensely. His biggest passion was his family. He loved 
spending time with his wife, kids, grandkids and great grandkids. After
 40 years, he retired from crop dusting and turned the business over to 
his son, Kevin and grandson, Ryan Stevenson. 
 Dick is survived by his wife, Patricia Stevenson; sons, Kelly 
Stevenson of Selden, KS and Kevin Stevenson of Selden, KS; daughters, 
Julie (David) Ezra of Wayne, New Jersey and Cindy (Jeff) Stechmann of 
Tampa, FL; grandchildren, Ashley Arnberger, Randi Smith, Ryan Stevenson,
 Drew Stevenson, Korine Ezra, Tyler Stevenson, Konner Ezra, Joshua 
Stechmann, and Maddison Stechmann; brother, Tom (Mary) Copenhaver of 
Anthony, KS; sister, Laura Martinez of Hutchinson, KS; he is also 
survived by 7 great granddaughters and one on the way, and one great 
grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter 
Kirra Ezra.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Richard-Von-Stevenson?obId=23367647#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Richard Von “Dick” Stevenson, 79, passed away on December 9, 2021, in 
Colby, Kansas. He was born on May 30, 1942, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to 
Carlos Craig and Thelma Louise (Swafford) Stevenson.
 Dick grew up in Kansas and Arizona, his grandparents were a huge 
part of his life as a kid. Dick was a very accomplish boxer, he won the
 Kansas and Oklahoma Golden Gloves Boxing Championship. He graduated 
from Hutchinson High School in 1960. After high school, he attended 
Hutchinson Community College for a year. In 1961, he began to work for 
Cessna Aircraft Company and he also married the love of his life, 
Patricia Swepston in Hutchinson, Kansas. 
 Dick enjoyed aviation. He became the first instrument flight 
instructor in the state of Kansas. He started crop dusting in 1968. 
Then in 1971, he moved to Selden, bought land and started farming, which
 he enjoyed immensely. His biggest passion was his family. He loved 
spending time with his wife, kids, grandkids and great grandkids. After
 40 years, he retired from crop dusting and turned the business over to 
his son, Kevin and grandson, Ryan Stevenson. 
 Dick is survived by his wife, Patricia Stevenson; sons, Kelly 
Stevenson of Selden, KS and Kevin Stevenson of Selden, KS; daughters, 
Julie (David) Ezra of Wayne, New Jersey and Cindy (Jeff) Stechmann of 
Tampa, FL; grandchildren, Ashley Arnberger, Randi Smith, Ryan Stevenson,
 Drew Stevenson, Korine Ezra, Tyler Stevenson, Konner Ezra, Joshua 
Stechmann, and Maddison Stechmann; brother, Tom (Mary) Copenhaver of 
Anthony, KS; sister, Laura Martinez of Hutchinson, KS; he is also 
survived by 7 great granddaughters and one on the way, and one great 
grandson. He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter 
Kirra Ezra.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Richard-Von-Stevenson?obId=23367647#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Richard Von 'Dick' Stevenson

Roberta June Keil, 92, died December 13, 2021, at Country Place 
Senior Living, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born December 13, 1929, in 
El Dorado, Kansas, the daughter of&nbsp; Hiram R. and Dilla M. (Mulvaney) 
Ramsey. She had one sister, Allene and two brothers, Francis and 
Maurice. The family moved to Russell, Kansas, when Roberta was in the 3rd
 grade. They then moved to Great Bend, Kansas, where she continued in 
her elementary grades through high school years. She graduated from 
Great Bend High School and went on to attend one year at Phillips 
University in Enid, Oklahoma.&nbsp;

Roberta married Leland B. Keil on September 8, 1950, at the First 
Christian Church in Great Bend. They lived in Russell and Great Bend 
before moving to the Keil family farm where they lived until 1977 at 
which time they moved to Galatia, Kansas.

She worked for 35 years as a bookkeeper and office manager. Twenty of
 those years she spent as a bookkeeper was at the Galatia CO-OP.

Roberta was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Great Bend. She
 was active for many years in the Central Kansas Threadbenders Quilt 
Guild and was an avid quilter who made many beautiful quilts over the 
years for her family and friends.&nbsp; She enjoyed showing her quilts to 
anyone who visited her home.

She is survived by five children; Michael Keil and wife Barb of 
Topeka, Barb Menninga and husband Leroy of Wichita, David Keil and wife 
Rebecca of Galatia, Becky Money and husband Andy of Lee’s Summit, 
Missouri, and Kristy Scheck and husband Lloyd of Great Bend; 10 
grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Leland B. Keil, and her two brothers and a sister.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.

Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, December 17, 2021, at St. 
Mark’s Lutheran Church, Great Bend, Kansas, with Pastor Adam Wutka 
presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Galatia, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or Kindred 
Hospice in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington,
 KS 67544.

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 </figure>Roberta June Keil, 92, died December 13, 2021, at Country Place 
Senior Living, Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born December 13, 1929, in 
El Dorado, Kansas, the daughter of&nbsp; Hiram R. and Dilla M. (Mulvaney) 
Ramsey. She had one sister, Allene and two brothers, Francis and 
Maurice. The family moved to Russell, Kansas, when Roberta was in the 3rd
 grade. They then moved to Great Bend, Kansas, where she continued in 
her elementary grades through high school years. She graduated from 
Great Bend High School and went on to attend one year at Phillips 
University in Enid, Oklahoma.&nbsp;Roberta married Leland B. Keil on September 8, 1950, at the First 
Christian Church in Great Bend. They lived in Russell and Great Bend 
before moving to the Keil family farm where they lived until 1977 at 
which time they moved to Galatia, Kansas.She worked for 35 years as a bookkeeper and office manager. Twenty of
 those years she spent as a bookkeeper was at the Galatia CO-OP.Roberta was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Great Bend. She
 was active for many years in the Central Kansas Threadbenders Quilt 
Guild and was an avid quilter who made many beautiful quilts over the 
years for her family and friends.&nbsp; She enjoyed showing her quilts to 
anyone who visited her home.She is survived by five children; Michael Keil and wife Barb of 
Topeka, Barb Menninga and husband Leroy of Wichita, David Keil and wife 
Rebecca of Galatia, Becky Money and husband Andy of Lee’s Summit, 
Missouri, and Kristy Scheck and husband Lloyd of Great Bend; 10 
grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Leland B. Keil, and her two brothers and a sister.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, December 17, 2021, at St. 
Mark’s Lutheran Church, Great Bend, Kansas, with Pastor Adam Wutka 
presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Galatia, Kansas.Memorials may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or Kindred 
Hospice in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington,
 KS 67544.

Roberta June Keil

Robyn E. “Bobbi” Pfeifer, 54, Hays, died Saturday, December 11, 2021, at HaysMed surrounded by her family.

She was born January 12, 1967, in 
Kinsley, the daughter of John and Roseann “Rose” (Arnhold) Rincon.&nbsp; She 
was a 1985 graduate of Pamona High School and attended Fort Hays State 
University.&nbsp; On July 15, 1995, she was united in marriage to Jay Pfeifer 
in Hays, and they celebrated 26 years of marriage.&nbsp; She loved her job as
 the Administrative Assistant for the Hays Convention and Visitors 
Bureau.&nbsp; Bobbi had a heart for helping others, loved everybody, and was 
actively involved with Special Olympics, receiving the Bob Magerl 
Outstanding Volunteer Award in 2017.&nbsp; She volunteered at TMP-Marian High
 School as co-chair of the Ace Auction, chair of the PTF, and was on the
 Advisory Council and Sports Booster Club.&nbsp; She was a member of 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Hays VFW Post #9076 
Auxiliary, Hays American Legion Post #173 Auxiliary, and a past 
Soroptimist Club member.&nbsp; Bobbi loved her dogs, the outdoors, and taking
 long walks.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching Love Boat, Fantasy Island, and HGTV.&nbsp;
 Her children brought her joy and she always looked forward to planning 
and taking family vacations.&nbsp;

Survivors include her husband Jay of 
Hays, son: Weston Pfeifer of Hays, daughter: Janessa Pfeifer of Hays, 
father: John Rincon and wife Jacki of Lakewood, CO, mother: Rose 
Pfannenstiel of Hays, sister: Becky Staab of Hays, half-brother: Travis 
Rincon of Lakewood, CO, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
grandparents: Juan and Christina Rincon and Lawrence and Martina 
Arnhold, and her stepfather: Robert J. “Bob” Pfannenstiel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, December 17, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Elias Chinzara officiating.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 
8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A VFW Auxiliary rosary will be at 5:30 pm
 followed by a vigil service at 6:00 pm, all on Thursday at the funeral 
home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Mid-America Chapter of ALS, 
TMP-Marian High School, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Bobbi may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Robyn E. “Bobbi” Pfeifer, 54, Hays, died Saturday, December 11, 2021, at HaysMed surrounded by her family.She was born January 12, 1967, in 
Kinsley, the daughter of John and Roseann “Rose” (Arnhold) Rincon.&nbsp; She 
was a 1985 graduate of Pamona High School and attended Fort Hays State 
University.&nbsp; On July 15, 1995, she was united in marriage to Jay Pfeifer 
in Hays, and they celebrated 26 years of marriage.&nbsp; She loved her job as
 the Administrative Assistant for the Hays Convention and Visitors 
Bureau.&nbsp; Bobbi had a heart for helping others, loved everybody, and was 
actively involved with Special Olympics, receiving the Bob Magerl 
Outstanding Volunteer Award in 2017.&nbsp; She volunteered at TMP-Marian High
 School as co-chair of the Ace Auction, chair of the PTF, and was on the
 Advisory Council and Sports Booster Club.&nbsp; She was a member of 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Hays VFW Post #9076 
Auxiliary, Hays American Legion Post #173 Auxiliary, and a past 
Soroptimist Club member.&nbsp; Bobbi loved her dogs, the outdoors, and taking
 long walks.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching Love Boat, Fantasy Island, and HGTV.&nbsp;
 Her children brought her joy and she always looked forward to planning 
and taking family vacations.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband Jay of 
Hays, son: Weston Pfeifer of Hays, daughter: Janessa Pfeifer of Hays, 
father: John Rincon and wife Jacki of Lakewood, CO, mother: Rose 
Pfannenstiel of Hays, sister: Becky Staab of Hays, half-brother: Travis 
Rincon of Lakewood, CO, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
grandparents: Juan and Christina Rincon and Lawrence and Martina 
Arnhold, and her stepfather: Robert J. “Bob” Pfannenstiel.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, December 17, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Elias Chinzara officiating.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 
8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A VFW Auxiliary rosary will be at 5:30 pm
 followed by a vigil service at 6:00 pm, all on Thursday at the funeral 
home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Mid-America Chapter of ALS, 
TMP-Marian High School, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Bobbi may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Robyn E. 'Bobbi' Pfeifer

Adeline Rosetta Eickhoff, 93 of Natoma, Kansas died Thursday, 
December 9, 2021, at Ascension’s Via Christi Village in Hays, Kansas.

Adeline was born May 3, 1928, to Gust and Josie Blank. She and seven 
siblings grew up on the farm north of Natoma. She graduated from Natoma 
High school and went on to attend Brown Mackie College in Salina, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Adeline married Robert “Bob” Eickhoff on December 5, 1954 in 
Natoma, where they made their home for the next 58 years. This marriage 
was blessed with six children; Philip, Steven, Diane, Dale, Gerry and 
Kevin.&nbsp; Adeline loved being a household manager. She spent her days 
caring and entertaining her children, sewing, cooking, baking, taking 
family vacations and short day trips to see the sights of western 
Kansas.

When the youngest kids were old enough to be in school, she took a 
job as lunch lady for the Natoma School District. She truly enjoyed 
taking care of all the kids at school and making sure they were properly
 nourished.&nbsp; Adeline spent her spare time sewing for anyone who needed a
 zipper put on or a wedding dress made. She was also a member of many 
community groups including Natoma Heritage Seekers, Osborne County 
Tourism, Self Culture Club, and American Legion Auxiliary. Most 
important in her life was her love and dedication to the church. She was
 an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, Bible study group, choir, 
Ladie’s Guild and Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML).

Surviving family includes, daughter Diane Bott (Doug) of Bison, 
Kansas; five sons, Philip Eickhoff (Connie) of St. George, Kansas, 
Steven Eickhoff (Pam) of Raymore, Missouri, Dale Eickhoff (Patty) of 
Natoma, Kansas, Gerry Eickhoff (Michelle) of Paola, Kansas, and Kevin 
Eickhoff of Natoma, Kansas; sisters, Arola Tichenor of Topeka, Kansas 
and Viola Pike of Jackson, Michigan; 13 grandchildren and 13 great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert 
Eickhoff, three brothers Arvin, Ted and Eldor, sisters Rosella 
Reifsteck, and Loretta Pfortmiller and one great grandson Darrian 
Shifflet.

Celebration of Adeline’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, 
December 15, 2021, at Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow at the Natoma City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 6:00 
PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Peace Lutheran Church with
 the family present to greet friends. 

A Memorial has been established 
with LWML – First Lutheran Church of Plainville.&nbsp; Contributions and 
condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in 
charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Adeline Rosetta Eickhoff, 93 of Natoma, Kansas died Thursday, 
December 9, 2021, at Ascension’s Via Christi Village in Hays, Kansas.Adeline was born May 3, 1928, to Gust and Josie Blank. She and seven 
siblings grew up on the farm north of Natoma. She graduated from Natoma 
High school and went on to attend Brown Mackie College in Salina, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Adeline married Robert “Bob” Eickhoff on December 5, 1954 in 
Natoma, where they made their home for the next 58 years. This marriage 
was blessed with six children; Philip, Steven, Diane, Dale, Gerry and 
Kevin.&nbsp; Adeline loved being a household manager. She spent her days 
caring and entertaining her children, sewing, cooking, baking, taking 
family vacations and short day trips to see the sights of western 
Kansas.When the youngest kids were old enough to be in school, she took a 
job as lunch lady for the Natoma School District. She truly enjoyed 
taking care of all the kids at school and making sure they were properly
 nourished.&nbsp; Adeline spent her spare time sewing for anyone who needed a
 zipper put on or a wedding dress made. She was also a member of many 
community groups including Natoma Heritage Seekers, Osborne County 
Tourism, Self Culture Club, and American Legion Auxiliary. Most 
important in her life was her love and dedication to the church. She was
 an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, Bible study group, choir, 
Ladie’s Guild and Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML).Surviving family includes, daughter Diane Bott (Doug) of Bison, 
Kansas; five sons, Philip Eickhoff (Connie) of St. George, Kansas, 
Steven Eickhoff (Pam) of Raymore, Missouri, Dale Eickhoff (Patty) of 
Natoma, Kansas, Gerry Eickhoff (Michelle) of Paola, Kansas, and Kevin 
Eickhoff of Natoma, Kansas; sisters, Arola Tichenor of Topeka, Kansas 
and Viola Pike of Jackson, Michigan; 13 grandchildren and 13 great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert 
Eickhoff, three brothers Arvin, Ted and Eldor, sisters Rosella 
Reifsteck, and Loretta Pfortmiller and one great grandson Darrian 
Shifflet.Celebration of Adeline’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, 
December 15, 2021, at Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow at the Natoma City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 6:00 
PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Peace Lutheran Church with
 the family present to greet friends. A Memorial has been established 
with LWML – First Lutheran Church of Plainville.&nbsp; Contributions and 
condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in 
charge of these arrangements.

Adeline Rosetta Eickhoff

Selena Elizabeth Rogers, Smolan, KS, passed away on 
December 8, 2021, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS, at the
 age of 60.&nbsp; She was born on June 19, 1961, to Eugene and Juanita 
(Pittman) Glisson in Vidalia, GA.

Selena is survived by her significant other, Kelly Wild of the home 
in Smolan; daughters, Kiley Elizabeth Havlas and husband Scott of 
Minneapolis, KS, Heidi Lynessa Rogers and husband Brad Berens of Salina,
 KS, and Jamie Nicole White and husband Tim of Stockton, KS; stepfather 
Wayne Spore of Plainville, KS; sisters Yvonne Slicker of Florida, 
Winnelle Colburn (Harry) of Downs, KS; brother Stacy Glisson (Lorraine) 
of Luray, KS; stepsister Kim Hupfer of Plainville, KS; stepbrother Jeff 
Spore of Missouri; four grandchildren, Jacob Rogers, Jason and James 
Berens, and Ella Starr Snyder; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death her mother, Juanita Spore, her grandmother 
“Granny” Eva Pittman, her father Eugene Glisson, brothers: Bill Tomlin, 
William Glisson, Henry Glisson; stepbrother Phillip Spore; and 
brother-in-law Bob Kennedy.

Selena didn’t know a stranger; she was greatly loved and will be 
terribly missed.&nbsp; She had a giving heart and loved with an even greater 
heart.&nbsp; We can all smile because she lived and left us with cherished 
memories that will live forever in our hearts.&nbsp; She will be remembered 
in love.

A private family viewing was held on Saturday, December 11, 2021.&nbsp; 
There will be a Celebration of Life planned for a future date.

Memorials are suggested to EBL Ladies Christmas Fund and may be sent 
in care of Ryan Mortuary &amp; Crematory 137, North Eighth Street, 
Salina, KS 67401.

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 </figure>Selena Elizabeth Rogers, Smolan, KS, passed away on 
December 8, 2021, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS, at the
 age of 60.&nbsp; She was born on June 19, 1961, to Eugene and Juanita 
(Pittman) Glisson in Vidalia, GA.Selena is survived by her significant other, Kelly Wild of the home 
in Smolan; daughters, Kiley Elizabeth Havlas and husband Scott of 
Minneapolis, KS, Heidi Lynessa Rogers and husband Brad Berens of Salina,
 KS, and Jamie Nicole White and husband Tim of Stockton, KS; stepfather 
Wayne Spore of Plainville, KS; sisters Yvonne Slicker of Florida, 
Winnelle Colburn (Harry) of Downs, KS; brother Stacy Glisson (Lorraine) 
of Luray, KS; stepsister Kim Hupfer of Plainville, KS; stepbrother Jeff 
Spore of Missouri; four grandchildren, Jacob Rogers, Jason and James 
Berens, and Ella Starr Snyder; and many nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death her mother, Juanita Spore, her grandmother 
“Granny” Eva Pittman, her father Eugene Glisson, brothers: Bill Tomlin, 
William Glisson, Henry Glisson; stepbrother Phillip Spore; and 
brother-in-law Bob Kennedy.Selena didn’t know a stranger; she was greatly loved and will be 
terribly missed.&nbsp; She had a giving heart and loved with an even greater 
heart.&nbsp; We can all smile because she lived and left us with cherished 
memories that will live forever in our hearts.&nbsp; She will be remembered 
in love.A private family viewing was held on Saturday, December 11, 2021.&nbsp; 
There will be a Celebration of Life planned for a future date.Memorials are suggested to EBL Ladies Christmas Fund and may be sent 
in care of Ryan Mortuary &amp; Crematory 137, North Eighth Street, 
Salina, KS 67401.

Selena Elizabeth Rogers

Emery Carl Jennings, 72, Hays, Kansas passed away on December 9, 2021, in Hays.

Emery was born in Colby, Kansas, to 
Newton and Dixie (Windmill) Jennings on March 25, 1949. &nbsp;He graduated 
high school from Oakley, Kansas.&nbsp; On December 21, 2003, he married Diana 
Munsch in South Lake Tahoe. &nbsp;Emery worked in the real estate market for 
much of his life across the states of Kansas, Colorado, California, and 
Nevada. &nbsp;Most recently, he was working as a real estate broker in the 
states of Colorado and Kansas.

Throughout his life, Emery took the 
time to surround himself with family. Whether it was sports events, 
birthdays, special occasions, or the holidays, he found the time to be 
present.&nbsp; Emery never encountered a stranger – he had a comfort with 
striking up conversations with anyone willing to engage. He took the 
time to learn where the person was from, their interests, and family 
lineage. On occasion, he would use these engagements to rib someone 
about a sports team by opening up with “where did you get that sports 
shirt, a yard sale?” then found a way to stick a friendly landing. 
Perhaps one of his greatest qualities was his ability to never take 
himself too seriously. This provided others an open opportunity to rib 
Emery as well, leading to countless bouts of laughter, often to a level 
of shedding tears…these moments will most certainly be missed.

Emery is survived by his wife Diana 
Jennings, his children and spouses: Thonda “TJ” Jennings-Corcoran and 
Mike Corcoran, Ty and Heather Jennings, Joey and Jason Vap, James and 
Robin Jennings, his grandchildren: Janessa and Jordan Jennings, Kaitlyn 
and Jayden Vap, and Regan and Ryann Jennings, and his step children and 
spouses: Kyle and Nikki Herrman and Kendra and Desmond Stewart.

He was preceded in death by his parents
 Newt and Dixie Jennings and his siblings: Newt, Newell, and JC Jennings
 and Ellen Lou Rudell.

The family will receive friends from 
5:00 pm until 7:00 on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home with a vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm.&nbsp;
 A private family Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John’s 
Chapel at Via Christi Village.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in Sacred Heart 
Cemetery, Ness City.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to St. John’s Chapel at 
Via Christi Village.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Emery may be shared 
with the family at www.haysmemorial

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 </figure>Emery Carl Jennings, 72, Hays, Kansas passed away on December 9, 2021, in Hays.Emery was born in Colby, Kansas, to 
Newton and Dixie (Windmill) Jennings on March 25, 1949. &nbsp;He graduated 
high school from Oakley, Kansas.&nbsp; On December 21, 2003, he married Diana 
Munsch in South Lake Tahoe. &nbsp;Emery worked in the real estate market for 
much of his life across the states of Kansas, Colorado, California, and 
Nevada. &nbsp;Most recently, he was working as a real estate broker in the 
states of Colorado and Kansas.Throughout his life, Emery took the 
time to surround himself with family. Whether it was sports events, 
birthdays, special occasions, or the holidays, he found the time to be 
present.&nbsp; Emery never encountered a stranger – he had a comfort with 
striking up conversations with anyone willing to engage. He took the 
time to learn where the person was from, their interests, and family 
lineage. On occasion, he would use these engagements to rib someone 
about a sports team by opening up with “where did you get that sports 
shirt, a yard sale?” then found a way to stick a friendly landing. 
Perhaps one of his greatest qualities was his ability to never take 
himself too seriously. This provided others an open opportunity to rib 
Emery as well, leading to countless bouts of laughter, often to a level 
of shedding tears…these moments will most certainly be missed.Emery is survived by his wife Diana 
Jennings, his children and spouses: Thonda “TJ” Jennings-Corcoran and 
Mike Corcoran, Ty and Heather Jennings, Joey and Jason Vap, James and 
Robin Jennings, his grandchildren: Janessa and Jordan Jennings, Kaitlyn 
and Jayden Vap, and Regan and Ryann Jennings, and his step children and 
spouses: Kyle and Nikki Herrman and Kendra and Desmond Stewart.He was preceded in death by his parents
 Newt and Dixie Jennings and his siblings: Newt, Newell, and JC Jennings
 and Ellen Lou Rudell.The family will receive friends from 
5:00 pm until 7:00 on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home with a vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm.&nbsp;
 A private family Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John’s 
Chapel at Via Christi Village.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in Sacred Heart 
Cemetery, Ness City.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. John’s Chapel at 
Via Christi Village.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Emery may be shared 
with the family at www.haysmemorial

Emery Carl Jennings

Mary Mermis, age 79, of Hays, Kansas, died Friday December 10, 2021, at the Good Society of Ellis Care Center, Ellis, Kansas.

Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 17, 2021, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Walker, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday at Cline’s-Keithley 
Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday at the church.

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

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 </figure>Mary Mermis, age 79, of Hays, Kansas, died Friday December 10, 2021, at the Good Society of Ellis Care Center, Ellis, Kansas.Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 17, 2021, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Walker, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday at Cline’s-Keithley 
Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Friday at the church.The family suggests memorials to St. Ann’s Cemetery Fund, in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or 
can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Mary Mermis

Dan Crissman, age 76, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at his home in Smith Center, KS.

An obituary is pending with Smith-Rentschler Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Dan-Crissman?obId=23358452#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Dan Crissman, age 76, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at his home in Smith Center, KS.An obituary is pending with Smith-Rentschler Mortuary.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Dan-Crissman?obId=23358452#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Dan Crissman

(Frances) June Fischer, 82, passed away December 9, 2021, at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital in Larned.

She was born July 22, 1939, in Marlin, Texas, the daughter of Thomas 
and Marie Rhodes and R.B. Cowan.&nbsp; June was an Alpha Gamma Delta at the 
University of Oklahoma, where she met her future husband, Lee Fischer.&nbsp; 
They were married on June 11, 1960, in Dallas, Texas.

When they returned to Larned, June was homemaker and mother, and 
completed her degree in Home Economics at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; 
Later, she became a business woman as first a caterer, then the owner of
 The Hayloft.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Garden Club and J.F.R, a 4-H
 leader, and volunteer at the Santa Fe Trail Center and Larned 
Elementary School as “The Picture Lady.”&nbsp; As a charter member of the 
Larned Red Hat Society, June served as their first Queen Bee.

Family was very important to June, and she loved babysitting her 
grandkids and attending their activities.&nbsp; She was an amazing cook, and 
her meals were enjoyed by family, friends, and her “summer sons” who 
worked on the farm.&nbsp; She and Lee shared a passion for travel and visited
 six continents and over 60 countries during their years together.

She is survived by her husband Lee.&nbsp; Other survivors include: two 
sons, Paul (Del) Fischer, and Bryan (Shannon) Fischer, both of Larned; 
two daughters, Karen (Barry) Walker, Colorado Springs, Colorado and 
Shelly (Kevin) Speer, Raleigh, North Carolina; two sisters, Susan (Mike)
 Dieterich, Brenham, Texas and Jan Cardenas, Aldeo, Texas; a brother, 
Mark Rhodes, Spokane, Washington, and nine grandchildren, Garrett 
Walker, Thomas Reams, Taralyn Walker, Libby Reams, Carlan Walker, Katie 
Fischer, Luke Fischer, Kira Speer, and Casey Speer.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Larned United 
Methodist Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday 
with family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp;
 Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

Memorials may be given to the Larned United Methodist Church or the 
Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, 
P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>(Frances) June Fischer, 82, passed away December 9, 2021, at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital in Larned.She was born July 22, 1939, in Marlin, Texas, the daughter of Thomas 
and Marie Rhodes and R.B. Cowan.&nbsp; June was an Alpha Gamma Delta at the 
University of Oklahoma, where she met her future husband, Lee Fischer.&nbsp; 
They were married on June 11, 1960, in Dallas, Texas.When they returned to Larned, June was homemaker and mother, and 
completed her degree in Home Economics at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; 
Later, she became a business woman as first a caterer, then the owner of
 The Hayloft.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Garden Club and J.F.R, a 4-H
 leader, and volunteer at the Santa Fe Trail Center and Larned 
Elementary School as “The Picture Lady.”&nbsp; As a charter member of the 
Larned Red Hat Society, June served as their first Queen Bee.Family was very important to June, and she loved babysitting her 
grandkids and attending their activities.&nbsp; She was an amazing cook, and 
her meals were enjoyed by family, friends, and her “summer sons” who 
worked on the farm.&nbsp; She and Lee shared a passion for travel and visited
 six continents and over 60 countries during their years together.She is survived by her husband Lee.&nbsp; Other survivors include: two 
sons, Paul (Del) Fischer, and Bryan (Shannon) Fischer, both of Larned; 
two daughters, Karen (Barry) Walker, Colorado Springs, Colorado and 
Shelly (Kevin) Speer, Raleigh, North Carolina; two sisters, Susan (Mike)
 Dieterich, Brenham, Texas and Jan Cardenas, Aldeo, Texas; a brother, 
Mark Rhodes, Spokane, Washington, and nine grandchildren, Garrett 
Walker, Thomas Reams, Taralyn Walker, Libby Reams, Carlan Walker, Katie 
Fischer, Luke Fischer, Kira Speer, and Casey Speer.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Larned United 
Methodist Church.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday 
with family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp;
 Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.Memorials may be given to the Larned United Methodist Church or the 
Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, 
P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithmortuary.com.

(Frances) June Fischer

Laurita Marie Karlin, 91, Hays, died Thursday, December 9, 2021, at HaysMed.

She was born May 17, 1930, in Hays, one 
of 13 children of Anna Mary (Schuetz) and John J. Schmidt, Jr.&nbsp; On June 
14, 1948, she was united in marriage to Francis H. “Blackie” Karlin in 
Catharine, and they celebrated nearly 47 years of marriage before he 
died on April 7, 1995.&nbsp; Laurita was a homemaker and prepared delicious 
German dishes and desserts for her family.&nbsp; She was a waitress and 
server at Al’s Chickenette and the FHSU Memorial Union and a caregiver 
for her grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church and former member of the Daughters of Isabella.&nbsp; Laurita
 enjoyed polka and square dancing, crocheting, embroidery, and singing.&nbsp;
 She will be fondly remembered as a loving wife, mother, and 
grandmother.

Survivors include three sons: James 
Karlin and Dennis Karlin and wife Cathleen all of Hays, and Jerry Karlin
 and wife Nancy of Greeley, CO, seven grandchildren: Angela Karlin, Tony
 Karlin and wife Rachel, Audrey Karlin and Brandon Wilt, Anne Gibbs and 
husband Ryan, Ali Davis and husband Andrew, Julia Nisly and husband 
Grant, and Blake Karlin, 16 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and
 nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Blackie, two sons: Johnny Ray and Jay Karlin, seven
 brothers: Norbert, Edgar, William, Hilarius, Francis J., Harold, and 
Robert J. Schmidt, and five sisters: Alexia Sander, Angela Rohr, Clara 
Schmidt, Florene Froelich, and Maria Schmidt.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in
 St. Catherine Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm on 
Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to St. Catherine
 Cemetery.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Laurita may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Laurita Marie Karlin, 91, Hays, died Thursday, December 9, 2021, at HaysMed.She was born May 17, 1930, in Hays, one 
of 13 children of Anna Mary (Schuetz) and John J. Schmidt, Jr.&nbsp; On June 
14, 1948, she was united in marriage to Francis H. “Blackie” Karlin in 
Catharine, and they celebrated nearly 47 years of marriage before he 
died on April 7, 1995.&nbsp; Laurita was a homemaker and prepared delicious 
German dishes and desserts for her family.&nbsp; She was a waitress and 
server at Al’s Chickenette and the FHSU Memorial Union and a caregiver 
for her grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church and former member of the Daughters of Isabella.&nbsp; Laurita
 enjoyed polka and square dancing, crocheting, embroidery, and singing.&nbsp;
 She will be fondly remembered as a loving wife, mother, and 
grandmother.Survivors include three sons: James 
Karlin and Dennis Karlin and wife Cathleen all of Hays, and Jerry Karlin
 and wife Nancy of Greeley, CO, seven grandchildren: Angela Karlin, Tony
 Karlin and wife Rachel, Audrey Karlin and Brandon Wilt, Anne Gibbs and 
husband Ryan, Ali Davis and husband Andrew, Julia Nisly and husband 
Grant, and Blake Karlin, 16 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and
 nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Blackie, two sons: Johnny Ray and Jay Karlin, seven
 brothers: Norbert, Edgar, William, Hilarius, Francis J., Harold, and 
Robert J. Schmidt, and five sisters: Alexia Sander, Angela Rohr, Clara 
Schmidt, Florene Froelich, and Maria Schmidt.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in
 St. Catherine Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm on 
Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Catherine
 Cemetery.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Laurita may be shared with the 
family at www.haysmemorial.com

Laurita Marie Karlin

Sandra Dossett (Reid) Studer, of Atwood, KS, passed away Monday, 
December 6, 2021, at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City, KS. She 
was born March 2, 1946, in Chicago, IL, to Wylie and June (Stevens) 
Reid. She graduated from Maine Township High School East in 1964. While 
attending Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO she met her ‘Mr.
 Elegant’—Phil Studer. They married on June 9, 1965. 
Sandy was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Linda Wellborn. 
She is survived by her husband, Phil, of Atwood; children, David 
(Loretta) Studer, of Atwood, KS; Mary (John) Hallman, of Dodge City, KS;
 and Mark (Renea) Studer, of Lenexa, KS; sister, Marcia Heston, of 
Davenport, FL; seven grandchildren, three great grandchildren, one 
niece, and one nephew. 
Sandy lived in Edison Park, IL until the 6th grade, at which time her 
family moved to Park Ridge, IL. She enjoyed Campfire Girls during her 
childhood years, which sparked an interest and ultimately a lifelong 
passion for the history of American Indians. During her high school 
years, she was a member of the Mounted Mainites, a horseback riding 
club, riding in shows each year. Her love for horses extended well into 
her adulthood. Her, Phil and the kids often traveled in the summer 
months to Appaloosa Horse Shows where she enjoyed showing Bam-Bam. 
Music brought Sandy much joy. She sang in the High School Girls Choir 
and Concert Choir as well as the church choir, and later in life enjoyed
 several concert tours with The Festival Chorus, including a trip to 
Europe. Among her musical talents included playing guitar—a gift she 
shared with her father. 
Sandy loved traveling. She and Phil made wonderful memories exploring 
Australia, Hong Kong, and many other countries on their multiple Cruise 
trips—her favorite being one that took them around the world. Along 
their travels both near and far, if there was a casino to be found, 
Sandy could be ‘found’ at the slot machines—a pastime she enjoyed, 
likely because she had an uncanny ability to win! 
Her talents didn’t stop with the slots. She embroidered, made crafts and
 was an incredible seamstress—making many of the costumes worn at the 
annual New Year’s Eve parties held in their home. Her canning, cooking 
and baking, of which family and friends enjoyed throughout her lifetime,
 were the highlight at many social gatherings. Hours were spent with her
 children, grandchildren, and other family teaching the finer details of
 her recipes. 
Outside her own four walls, Sandy gave of her time in numerous community
 organizations which included serving as Chairman for both Rawlins 
County Fair Board and Rawlins County Bloodmobile. Her involvement with 
4-H was a shining example of her commitment to the younger generations 
in her community. She gave of herself tirelessly to equip kids of all 
ages with life skills they could use and enjoy for years to come. Many 
young people learned how to ride and show horses, sew, bake, speak in 
public, and so much more. 
Sandy and Phil shared a common love—their love for each other and their 
family. She was her happiest when she was surrounded by her children and
 their families. She will be remembered for all she gave to others, her 
beautiful tenor voice, and her bright smile. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, 
December 12, 2021, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atwood. Funeral Mass
 will take place at 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 13, 2021, at the church,
 with burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atwood. The family requests that 
masks be worn. Memorials may be made to the Christian Mothers Altar 
Society or RCHC Healthcare Foundation and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Sandra Dossett (Reid) Studer, of Atwood, KS, passed away Monday, 
December 6, 2021, at St. Catherine’s Hospital in Garden City, KS. She 
was born March 2, 1946, in Chicago, IL, to Wylie and June (Stevens) 
Reid. She graduated from Maine Township High School East in 1964. While 
attending Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO she met her ‘Mr.
 Elegant’—Phil Studer. They married on June 9, 1965. 
Sandy was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Linda Wellborn. 
She is survived by her husband, Phil, of Atwood; children, David 
(Loretta) Studer, of Atwood, KS; Mary (John) Hallman, of Dodge City, KS;
 and Mark (Renea) Studer, of Lenexa, KS; sister, Marcia Heston, of 
Davenport, FL; seven grandchildren, three great grandchildren, one 
niece, and one nephew. 
Sandy lived in Edison Park, IL until the 6th grade, at which time her 
family moved to Park Ridge, IL. She enjoyed Campfire Girls during her 
childhood years, which sparked an interest and ultimately a lifelong 
passion for the history of American Indians. During her high school 
years, she was a member of the Mounted Mainites, a horseback riding 
club, riding in shows each year. Her love for horses extended well into 
her adulthood. Her, Phil and the kids often traveled in the summer 
months to Appaloosa Horse Shows where she enjoyed showing Bam-Bam. 
Music brought Sandy much joy. She sang in the High School Girls Choir 
and Concert Choir as well as the church choir, and later in life enjoyed
 several concert tours with The Festival Chorus, including a trip to 
Europe. Among her musical talents included playing guitar—a gift she 
shared with her father. 
Sandy loved traveling. She and Phil made wonderful memories exploring 
Australia, Hong Kong, and many other countries on their multiple Cruise 
trips—her favorite being one that took them around the world. Along 
their travels both near and far, if there was a casino to be found, 
Sandy could be ‘found’ at the slot machines—a pastime she enjoyed, 
likely because she had an uncanny ability to win! 
Her talents didn’t stop with the slots. She embroidered, made crafts and
 was an incredible seamstress—making many of the costumes worn at the 
annual New Year’s Eve parties held in their home. Her canning, cooking 
and baking, of which family and friends enjoyed throughout her lifetime,
 were the highlight at many social gatherings. Hours were spent with her
 children, grandchildren, and other family teaching the finer details of
 her recipes. 
Outside her own four walls, Sandy gave of her time in numerous community
 organizations which included serving as Chairman for both Rawlins 
County Fair Board and Rawlins County Bloodmobile. Her involvement with 
4-H was a shining example of her commitment to the younger generations 
in her community. She gave of herself tirelessly to equip kids of all 
ages with life skills they could use and enjoy for years to come. Many 
young people learned how to ride and show horses, sew, bake, speak in 
public, and so much more. 
Sandy and Phil shared a common love—their love for each other and their 
family. She was her happiest when she was surrounded by her children and
 their families. She will be remembered for all she gave to others, her 
beautiful tenor voice, and her bright smile. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, 
December 12, 2021, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atwood. Funeral Mass
 will take place at 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 13, 2021, at the church,
 with burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atwood. The family requests that 
masks be worn. Memorials may be made to the Christian Mothers Altar 
Society or RCHC Healthcare Foundation and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Sandra Dossett (Reid) Studer

Eldon Dean Borger, 64, passed away December 9, 2021, at his home in Jetmore.

He was born May 23, 1957, in Ransom, Kansas, the son of Terry G. and 
Darlene D. Edwards Borger.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he worked in the 
oilfield all his life, loved farming, racing and used to race a sprint 
car #51.

On June 20, 1980, he married Debra DeAnn Myers in Jetmore. She survives

Survivors include: his children, Michelle Borger, Jetmore, Melissa 
(Craig) Amrein, Hays, Chris Borger, Ness City, Brooke (Jacob) Begler, 
Ellis, Rebecca (Jacob) Dreiling, Ellis; brother, Dale (Vonda) Borger, 
Jetmore; eight grandchildren, Quentin Baker, Kaitlyn Baker, Alexus 
Amrein, Aiden Amrein, Archer Amrein, Grayson Begler, Harper Begler and 
Chevelle Borger and two great grandchildren, Stella Baker and Emrynn 
Garrison.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2021,&nbsp; at United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Pastor Rod McMillan 
presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, December 
13, 2021, at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the 
Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.

Memorials may be given to Steven King Foundation in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Eldon Dean Borger, 64, passed away December 9, 2021, at his home in Jetmore.He was born May 23, 1957, in Ransom, Kansas, the son of Terry G. and 
Darlene D. Edwards Borger.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he worked in the 
oilfield all his life, loved farming, racing and used to race a sprint 
car #51.He was of the Baptist Faith.On June 20, 1980, he married Debra DeAnn Myers in Jetmore. She survivesSurvivors include: his children, Michelle Borger, Jetmore, Melissa 
(Craig) Amrein, Hays, Chris Borger, Ness City, Brooke (Jacob) Begler, 
Ellis, Rebecca (Jacob) Dreiling, Ellis; brother, Dale (Vonda) Borger, 
Jetmore; eight grandchildren, Quentin Baker, Kaitlyn Baker, Alexus 
Amrein, Aiden Amrein, Archer Amrein, Grayson Begler, Harper Begler and 
Chevelle Borger and two great grandchildren, Stella Baker and Emrynn 
Garrison.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2021,&nbsp; at United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Pastor Rod McMillan 
presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, December 
13, 2021, at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the 
Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.Memorials may be given to Steven King Foundation in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eldon Dean Borger

Floris, Oklahoma was the birthplace of Garland Ray Hutchinson, born to Harry Millard and Vera (Washburn) Hutchinson, on May 18, 1925.&nbsp; He grew up the oldest of four children, living with his family in Turpin, OK.&nbsp; He passed away on December 9, 2021, at the age of 96 at Trego Community Lemke Memorial Hospital Long Term Care.

After graduating from high school, he attended Emporia State University and Blair Business College.&nbsp; Garland was employed by A.L. Duckwall Stores Company for 43 years, assisting and managing stores in Lamar and Springfield, CO, and Liberal, Dodge City, WaKeeney, Plainville, Oberlin, Ulysses, and Hugoton KS.

He was united in marriage to Loretta Faye Wells on August 21, 1949, in Liberal, KS.&nbsp; They celebrated 72 years of marriage.&nbsp; Two children were born to this union, Thomas Ray Hutchinson in 1950 and Connie Lea Hutchinson Busch in 1952.

Garland proudly served his country from 1943-1945 during WWII in the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was in the 8th Infantry Division, 121st Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Company K, serving in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe.&nbsp; He received a Bronze Star with an Oak Leaf Cluster, a Purple Heart, with an Oak Leaf Cluster, two overseas service bars, and the Combat Infantryman Badge.&nbsp; He was called back into service in 1950-1952 during the Korean Conflict and was a part of the 5th Army, headquartered in Chicago.

Garland had a variety of interests and hobbies.&nbsp; He enjoyed golf, cross country skiing, and sailing in his younger years, but his favorite past times after retirement were bird watching and constructing wooden bird houses, ornaments, plaques, and knickknacks for his family and friends.&nbsp; Garland most enjoyed building remote control airplanes, flying them, watching them soar through the air, and then bringing them in for a successful landing.

Garland is survived by his wife, Loretta, TCLMH Assisted Living, WaKeeney; son, Thomas R. (Cassandra) of Salina; daughter, Connie L. Busch, Hays; brother, Richard Hutchinson, Parker, CO, and sister, Norma Palmer, Phoenix, AR; grandsons, Bourke B. (Kari) Hutchinson, Gardner, and Roberto L. (Adriana) Busch, Hays; 4 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and their families.

Garland was preceded in death by his parents; brother Dean and sister-in-law, Billie Hutchinson; brother-in-law, Lloyd Palmer; sister-in-law, Dolores Hutchinson; and son-in-law Allan J. Busch, Jr.

Private family services will be held at Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in WaKeeney at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Scholarship Fund, First United Methodist Church, or the WaKeeney Public Library.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th Street, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

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 </figure>Floris, Oklahoma was the birthplace of Garland Ray Hutchinson, born to Harry Millard and Vera (Washburn) Hutchinson, on May 18, 1925.&nbsp; He grew up the oldest of four children, living with his family in Turpin, OK.&nbsp; He passed away on December 9, 2021, at the age of 96 at Trego Community Lemke Memorial Hospital Long Term Care.After graduating from high school, he attended Emporia State University and Blair Business College.&nbsp; Garland was employed by A.L. Duckwall Stores Company for 43 years, assisting and managing stores in Lamar and Springfield, CO, and Liberal, Dodge City, WaKeeney, Plainville, Oberlin, Ulysses, and Hugoton KS.He was united in marriage to Loretta Faye Wells on August 21, 1949, in Liberal, KS.&nbsp; They celebrated 72 years of marriage.&nbsp; Two children were born to this union, Thomas Ray Hutchinson in 1950 and Connie Lea Hutchinson Busch in 1952.Garland proudly served his country from 1943-1945 during WWII in the U.S. Army.&nbsp; He was in the 8th Infantry Division, 121st Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Company K, serving in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe.&nbsp; He received a Bronze Star with an Oak Leaf Cluster, a Purple Heart, with an Oak Leaf Cluster, two overseas service bars, and the Combat Infantryman Badge.&nbsp; He was called back into service in 1950-1952 during the Korean Conflict and was a part of the 5th Army, headquartered in Chicago.Garland had a variety of interests and hobbies.&nbsp; He enjoyed golf, cross country skiing, and sailing in his younger years, but his favorite past times after retirement were bird watching and constructing wooden bird houses, ornaments, plaques, and knickknacks for his family and friends.&nbsp; Garland most enjoyed building remote control airplanes, flying them, watching them soar through the air, and then bringing them in for a successful landing.Garland is survived by his wife, Loretta, TCLMH Assisted Living, WaKeeney; son, Thomas R. (Cassandra) of Salina; daughter, Connie L. Busch, Hays; brother, Richard Hutchinson, Parker, CO, and sister, Norma Palmer, Phoenix, AR; grandsons, Bourke B. (Kari) Hutchinson, Gardner, and Roberto L. (Adriana) Busch, Hays; 4 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and their families.Garland was preceded in death by his parents; brother Dean and sister-in-law, Billie Hutchinson; brother-in-law, Lloyd Palmer; sister-in-law, Dolores Hutchinson; and son-in-law Allan J. Busch, Jr.Private family services will be held at Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in WaKeeney at a later date.Memorial contributions may be given to the Scholarship Fund, First United Methodist Church, or the WaKeeney Public Library.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th Street, WaKeeney, KS 67672.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com/">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

Garland Ray Hutchinson

Joyce Michelson, 72, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Holly Heights Care Center in Denver Colorado.

Joyce was born May 16, 1949 in Hays, KS, the daughter of Albert and Lela (Shubert) Heroneme. 

She grew up on the family farm north of Ellis, graduated from Ellis High School and earned a degree in education from Fort Hays State University. 

On August 4, 1973, she married Michael Michelson in Wheatridge, Colorado.

Joyce is preceded in death by her parents; husband Michael and a son, Patrick.

She is survived by a daughter, Rachel and spouse Shannon McFall-Michelson, Denver, CO; a brother, Alan (Janetta)Heroneme, Ellis, KS; sisters Lyndell (Kevin) Rorabaugh, Ellis, KS; and Bonnie Richards, Denver, CO; a grandson, Anselan Grippin, Denver, CO; and two generations of nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held for immediate family at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Joyce Michelson</h2>Joyce Michelson, 72, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Holly Heights Care Center in Denver Colorado.Joyce was born May 16, 1949 in Hays, KS, the daughter of Albert and Lela (Shubert) Heroneme. She grew up on the family farm north of Ellis, graduated from Ellis High School and earned a degree in education from Fort Hays State University. On August 4, 1973, she married Michael Michelson in Wheatridge, Colorado.Joyce is preceded in death by her parents; husband Michael and a son, Patrick.She is survived by a daughter, Rachel and spouse Shannon McFall-Michelson, Denver, CO; a brother, Alan (Janetta)Heroneme, Ellis, KS; sisters Lyndell (Kevin) Rorabaugh, Ellis, KS; and Bonnie Richards, Denver, CO; a grandson, Anselan Grippin, Denver, CO; and two generations of nieces and nephews.Private services will be held for immediate family at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce Michelson

January 25, 1943 ~ December 9, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

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 </figure>January 25, 1943 ~ December 9, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Gloria S. Smith

Eunice (Armstrong) Richards passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 
the Good Samaritan Society of Decatur County. She was born in Oberlin, 
KS on July 23, 1928 to parents, Elmer and Violet Armstrong.
 She and her little sister, Donis, were raised on a farm 9 miles west
 of Oberlin by her grandparents, Oscar and Adina Walinder. Eunice and 
George Richards were married March 31, 1946 and resided on the farm 9 
miles west of Oberlin. They moved to town in 1960. Eunice enjoyed 
hobbies such as: collecting toothpick holders, refinishing, and 
collecting antique furniture and iron collections. She also enjoyed 
fishing, hunting, and camping. 
 Eunice was preceded in death by her father, Elmer Armstrong; mother,
 Violet (Walinder) Hollowell; sister, Donis Armstrong; grandparents, 
Oscar and Adina Walinder; father-in-law, Leorin Richards; mother-in-law,
 Edith Richards and husband, George Richards.

She is survived by her 
brother, Bill Greenfield and niece, Stacey Erickson of Seattle, WA; 
daughter, Georgia Richards of Indio, CA; sons, Steve Richards and wife, 
Carolyn (DeMay) of Lee’s Summit, MO and Ken Richards and wife, Connie of
 Mound Ridge, KS; grandchildren: Shawn (Marti) Richards of Colorado 
Springs, CO, Scott (Jill) Richards of Leawood, KS, Trisha (Shawn) 
Maxwell of Lee’s Summit, MO, Stephanie Hartley of Indio, CA, Angela 
(Hartley) Shupp of Rancho Mirage, CA, Crystal (Shane) Toews of 
McPherson, KS, and Curtis (Heather) Richards of Norma, OK; great 
grandchildren: Taylor Richards, Landon Richards, Reilley Richards, Lexi 
Hartley, Matthew Shupp, Emily Shupp, McKinsey Barta, Steele Barta, Kylie
 Richards, and Reese Richards and great-great grandchild, Ember 
Richards.
 Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, December 13 at the 
funeral home. Burial will follow at the Oberlin Cemetery. Visitation 
will be from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm before the service.

Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Oberlin City Library and sent in care 
of Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences 
may be left at www.paulsfh.com

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 </figure>Eunice (Armstrong) Richards passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 
the Good Samaritan Society of Decatur County. She was born in Oberlin, 
KS on July 23, 1928 to parents, Elmer and Violet Armstrong.
 She and her little sister, Donis, were raised on a farm 9 miles west
 of Oberlin by her grandparents, Oscar and Adina Walinder. Eunice and 
George Richards were married March 31, 1946 and resided on the farm 9 
miles west of Oberlin. They moved to town in 1960. Eunice enjoyed 
hobbies such as: collecting toothpick holders, refinishing, and 
collecting antique furniture and iron collections. She also enjoyed 
fishing, hunting, and camping. 
 Eunice was preceded in death by her father, Elmer Armstrong; mother,
 Violet (Walinder) Hollowell; sister, Donis Armstrong; grandparents, 
Oscar and Adina Walinder; father-in-law, Leorin Richards; mother-in-law,
 Edith Richards and husband, George Richards. She is survived by her 
brother, Bill Greenfield and niece, Stacey Erickson of Seattle, WA; 
daughter, Georgia Richards of Indio, CA; sons, Steve Richards and wife, 
Carolyn (DeMay) of Lee’s Summit, MO and Ken Richards and wife, Connie of
 Mound Ridge, KS; grandchildren: Shawn (Marti) Richards of Colorado 
Springs, CO, Scott (Jill) Richards of Leawood, KS, Trisha (Shawn) 
Maxwell of Lee’s Summit, MO, Stephanie Hartley of Indio, CA, Angela 
(Hartley) Shupp of Rancho Mirage, CA, Crystal (Shane) Toews of 
McPherson, KS, and Curtis (Heather) Richards of Norma, OK; great 
grandchildren: Taylor Richards, Landon Richards, Reilley Richards, Lexi 
Hartley, Matthew Shupp, Emily Shupp, McKinsey Barta, Steele Barta, Kylie
 Richards, and Reese Richards and great-great grandchild, Ember 
Richards.
 Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, December 13 at the 
funeral home. Burial will follow at the Oberlin Cemetery. Visitation 
will be from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm before the service. Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Oberlin City Library and sent in care 
of Pauls Funeral Home, 121 N. Penn Ave., Oberlin, KS 67749. Condolences 
may be left at www.paulsfh.com

Eunice Noreen Richards

Thursday, September 8th, 1955-Monday, December 6th, 2021

Thursday, September 8th, 1955-Monday, December 6th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Timothy M. Bettridge

Carolyn Marie Mattison, 89, of Salina, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021. She was born September 18, 1932, in Talmage, KS.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Orpha (Lexow) Fields; 
husband, Carroll Mattison; sister, Veredine Tyner; brother, Eugene 
Fields.

Survivors
 include her children, Dennis Mattison (Sandy) of Pevely, MI, Vickie 
Bethe (Jim) of Gypsum, KS, Curtis Mattison (Billie) of Keller, TX, 
Gordan Mattison (Joyce) of Hays, KS, Shaun Mattison (Kathy) Whitesboro, 
TX, Eric Mattison (Kristi) of South Lake, TX; 11 grandchildren; 29great 
grandchildren; 1 great great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and 
friends.

Memorial
 services will be held 10:30am, Saturday, December 11, 2021, at United 
Methodist Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush Street, Salina.

Memorials
 may be made to&nbsp;Talmage Historical Society and Museum or Interim 
Healthcare, in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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 </figure>Carolyn Marie Mattison, 89, of Salina, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021. She was born September 18, 1932, in Talmage, KS.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Orpha (Lexow) Fields; 
husband, Carroll Mattison; sister, Veredine Tyner; brother, Eugene 
Fields.Survivors
 include her children, Dennis Mattison (Sandy) of Pevely, MI, Vickie 
Bethe (Jim) of Gypsum, KS, Curtis Mattison (Billie) of Keller, TX, 
Gordan Mattison (Joyce) of Hays, KS, Shaun Mattison (Kathy) Whitesboro, 
TX, Eric Mattison (Kristi) of South Lake, TX; 11 grandchildren; 29great 
grandchildren; 1 great great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and 
friends.Memorial
 services will be held 10:30am, Saturday, December 11, 2021, at United 
Methodist Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush Street, Salina.Memorials
 may be made to&nbsp;Talmage Historical Society and Museum or Interim 
Healthcare, in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.

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