Terri J. Rather, 65, of Salina, Kansas, died on Saturday, October 30,
 2021, at the Eaglecrest Retirement Community in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; God 
blessed Terri with a holy death and took her home to rest in the arms of
 Jesus to await the resurrection of the dead.

God gave to Terri (Pfortmiller) Rather the gift of earthly life on 
February 18, 1956, born to Orville and Loretta (Blank) Pfortmiller in 
Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;God gave her the gift of new life in Christ through 
the sacrament of Holy Baptism on March 4, 1956, and she was confirmed in
 this Christian faith on May 17, 1970, at Peace Lutheran Church in 
Natoma, Kansas. &nbsp;On May 18, 1991, Terri and Ron Rather were united in 
marriage.

She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Salina.&nbsp; May our 
Savior, Jesus Christ, who came for us all, give comfort and strength to 
Terri’s family and friends through His promise, “I am the resurrection 
and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and 
whoever lives and believes in me will never die!” (John 11:24-26).

Terri is survived by her father, Orville of Natoma, Kansas; her 
husband, Ron Rather of Salina, Kansas; son Clayton Slipke and wife 
Lindsay of Klamath Falls, Oregon, sister Becky Mangus and husband Gary 
of Winfield, Kansas, brothers Ricky Pfortmiller and wife Joy of Natoma, 
Kansas and Scott Pfortmiller and wife Jennifer of St. John,<a></a> Kansas, and five dearly beloved nieces.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Pfortmiller on August 29th, 2002.

A celebration of Terri’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday,
 November 6, 2021, at the Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at the Natoma Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Saturday morning, November 6th at the 
church. &nbsp;Terri was passionate about serving in the Lutheran Women’s 
Missionary League. 

The family suggests memorials to the LWML Kansas 
District.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma, Kansas,
 is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, blessed be the name of the Lord!

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1635799577222.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Terri J. Rather, 65, of Salina, Kansas, died on Saturday, October 30,
 2021, at the Eaglecrest Retirement Community in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; God 
blessed Terri with a holy death and took her home to rest in the arms of
 Jesus to await the resurrection of the dead.God gave to Terri (Pfortmiller) Rather the gift of earthly life on 
February 18, 1956, born to Orville and Loretta (Blank) Pfortmiller in 
Russell, Kansas. &nbsp;God gave her the gift of new life in Christ through 
the sacrament of Holy Baptism on March 4, 1956, and she was confirmed in
 this Christian faith on May 17, 1970, at Peace Lutheran Church in 
Natoma, Kansas. &nbsp;On May 18, 1991, Terri and Ron Rather were united in 
marriage.She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Salina.&nbsp; May our 
Savior, Jesus Christ, who came for us all, give comfort and strength to 
Terri’s family and friends through His promise, “I am the resurrection 
and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and 
whoever lives and believes in me will never die!” (John 11:24-26).Terri is survived by her father, Orville of Natoma, Kansas; her 
husband, Ron Rather of Salina, Kansas; son Clayton Slipke and wife 
Lindsay of Klamath Falls, Oregon, sister Becky Mangus and husband Gary 
of Winfield, Kansas, brothers Ricky Pfortmiller and wife Joy of Natoma, 
Kansas and Scott Pfortmiller and wife Jennifer of St. John,<a></a> Kansas, and five dearly beloved nieces.She was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Pfortmiller on August 29th, 2002.A celebration of Terri’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday,
 November 6, 2021, at the Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow at the Natoma Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
from 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Saturday morning, November 6th at the 
church. &nbsp;Terri was passionate about serving in the Lutheran Women’s 
Missionary League. The family suggests memorials to the LWML Kansas 
District.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma, Kansas,
 is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, blessed be the name of the Lord!

Terri J. Rather

Josephine Marie Marshall (Sandi) Kinser, 75, of Concordia, passed 
away peacefully at Park Villa nursing home in Clyde KS on October 22, 
2021. She was born October 1, 1946, in Enid, OK and was adopted at the 
age of nine years by Paul and Josephine Marshall.

She married Jerry Kinser on March 5, 1966, and they were blessed with two daughters: Jolene and Janell.

She graduated from Pratt High School and earned her Bachelor of 
Science in Elementary Education from Ft. Hays State University and her 
master’s degree in library science from Kansas State University. She was
 a life-long educator, teaching in Weskan, Glasco, and Miltonvale 
schools and serving as a district librarian.

She was a leader and volunteer in her community, a member of Delta 
Kappa Gamma, Kansas State Board of Regents, and several other 
professional organizations. She was a faithful servant and member of 
Fellowship Christian Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Josephine 
Marshall; parents-in-law, Joseph and Josephine Kinser; brothers-in-law, 
Tim Kinser and John Stanley; sister-in-law, Kay Reedy.

Survivors: Husband, Jerry Kinser of Clyde; and daughters, Jolene Girard (Patrick) of Clyde; Janell McMillan (Scott) of Topeka.

Grandchildren: Paige Shafferman (Jeff) of Altoona, IA; Stephen 
McMillan (Emmelina) of Meriden, KS; Dorian Fahey (Brett) of Clifton, KS;
 Joseph McMillan (Susan) of Topeka, KS; Elias Girard and Adria Girard of
 Hays, KS; and Scott McMillan of Topeka, KS.

Great-grandchildren: Jack Shafferman, Elizabeth, Danny, and Nova 
McMillan, Evyn and Isla Fahey, Abigail, Thomas, and Clarissa McMillan.

Sister-in-law, Linda Stanley; sister-in-law Janet Morrin (Damon); 
brother-in-law Tom Reedy (Joann); brother-in-law, John Kinser (Kay), 
sister-in-law Mary Kinser-Cressler (Russell); many beloved nieces and 
nephews and friends.

The funeral service will be Friday, November 5, at 11:00 AM at 
Fellowship Christian Church 614 Cedar St, Concordia KS. A private family
 burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: Park Villa Nursing 
Home, Fellowship Christian Church, or Meadowlark Hospice in care of 
Nutter Mortuary.

For Online Condolences, please visit nuttermortuary.com

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Josephine Marie Marshall (Sandi) Kinser, 75, of Concordia, passed 
away peacefully at Park Villa nursing home in Clyde KS on October 22, 
2021. She was born October 1, 1946, in Enid, OK and was adopted at the 
age of nine years by Paul and Josephine Marshall.She married Jerry Kinser on March 5, 1966, and they were blessed with two daughters: Jolene and Janell.She graduated from Pratt High School and earned her Bachelor of 
Science in Elementary Education from Ft. Hays State University and her 
master’s degree in library science from Kansas State University. She was
 a life-long educator, teaching in Weskan, Glasco, and Miltonvale 
schools and serving as a district librarian.She was a leader and volunteer in her community, a member of Delta 
Kappa Gamma, Kansas State Board of Regents, and several other 
professional organizations. She was a faithful servant and member of 
Fellowship Christian Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Josephine 
Marshall; parents-in-law, Joseph and Josephine Kinser; brothers-in-law, 
Tim Kinser and John Stanley; sister-in-law, Kay Reedy.Survivors: Husband, Jerry Kinser of Clyde; and daughters, Jolene Girard (Patrick) of Clyde; Janell McMillan (Scott) of Topeka.Grandchildren: Paige Shafferman (Jeff) of Altoona, IA; Stephen 
McMillan (Emmelina) of Meriden, KS; Dorian Fahey (Brett) of Clifton, KS;
 Joseph McMillan (Susan) of Topeka, KS; Elias Girard and Adria Girard of
 Hays, KS; and Scott McMillan of Topeka, KS.Great-grandchildren: Jack Shafferman, Elizabeth, Danny, and Nova 
McMillan, Evyn and Isla Fahey, Abigail, Thomas, and Clarissa McMillan.Sister-in-law, Linda Stanley; sister-in-law Janet Morrin (Damon); 
brother-in-law Tom Reedy (Joann); brother-in-law, John Kinser (Kay), 
sister-in-law Mary Kinser-Cressler (Russell); many beloved nieces and 
nephews and friends.The funeral service will be Friday, November 5, at 11:00 AM at 
Fellowship Christian Church 614 Cedar St, Concordia KS. A private family
 burial will take place at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: Park Villa Nursing 
Home, Fellowship Christian Church, or Meadowlark Hospice in care of 
Nutter Mortuary.For Online Condolences, please visit nuttermortuary.com

Josephine (Sandi) Marie Marshall Kinser

Rose Ann, “Rosie” to her family and friends, 91, was welcomed to her 
heavenly home on October 30, 2021.&nbsp; 

“Welcome Home good and faithful 
servant."

She was born September 11, 1930, in the family farmhouse in Stratton, 
NE to Mary (Hulbl) and Bohumel Faimon.&nbsp; She had a&nbsp; strong bond with her 
twin brother Rich and they were intuitive to each other’s needs.&nbsp; Rudy, 
her older brother took Rosie under his wing.&nbsp; He protected her and 
influenced her with the gift of music.&nbsp; Rose loved playing the organ, 
piano and accordion.&nbsp; She freely danced the polka with ease!

Her only sister, Sr. Agatha Faimon, Community of the Holy Spirit, has
 been her dedicated older sister.&nbsp; She has devoted her past years 
tending to Rosie’s needs, which allowed Rosie to remain at home for as 
long as she could.The family is very appreciative for Sr. Agatha’s love 
and compassion.

On April 25th, 1955 Rosie married her sweetheart, Charles Pianalto.&nbsp; 
She was quickly accepted into his Italian family of 16 siblings. Even in
 her last stages of her illness, she would mouth the words to their 
wedding dance, “Blue Skirt Waltz”.

To this union, five children were given as gifts from God.&nbsp; Joe 
(deceased), Tony, Jeanette, Mary Ellen and Ed.&nbsp; At the age of 50, 
Charlie passed away.&nbsp; With the help of God, family and friends, she&nbsp; 
raised and influenced them to become respectful, compassionate and 
loving adults.

Later in life, Rose married Urban Baalman(deceased).

Some of Rose’s most cherished times included weekend family fishing 
adventures, Christmas gatherings , singing around the piano during 
holidays, dancing around&nbsp; in the living room,&nbsp; gardening, painting and 
crafting.&nbsp; Rose enjoyed traveling to Europe with Sr. Agatha. They spent 
time connecting with family in Czechoslovakia, speaking with their 
cousins in Czech and exploring family heritage.&nbsp; Rosie loved hollering 
“Bingo” and playing slots!&nbsp; She enjoyed organizing gatherings and was 
defined as a ‘people lover’.

Prior to the onset of dementia which robbed her&nbsp; body,&nbsp; sight, mind 
and spirit, Rose had a huge personality, smile and generous,&nbsp; humble 
spirit.&nbsp; Her personal integrity, strong determinate will and 
compassionate heart of service were immense.&nbsp; These facts do not begin 
to convey how much she was loved and respected.

This respect for others was evident in the multiple positions she 
held throughout life….. being a loving&nbsp; Christian wife and mother,&nbsp; a 
country school teacher, Boy Scout den leader, Catholic Religious 
Educator,&nbsp; liturgical musician, Pediatric nurse aide , sharing her love 
with nieces and nephews along with leading the senior Catholics in 
Harvest House were just a few of her ways to live discipleship.

Rosie’s strong faith in God helped her survive many heartaches, 
losses and struggles. Those that have departed ahead of her include: 
Charlie, Urb, her parents, brothers Rich and Rudy,&nbsp; son Joe along with 
his family,&nbsp; Shirley,&nbsp; Anne and Jennifer and a host of family and&nbsp; 
friends.

Survivors that will miss her immensely include:&nbsp; her sister, Sr. 
Agatha Faimon, daughters Mary Ellen and Jeanette Hermes (Bill),&nbsp; sons 
Tony (Wanda) , Ed (Sheila) , grandchildren, great grand-children along 
with nieces, nephews and in-laws.&nbsp; May her spirit live on through them.

Her family wishes to thank all those near and far who have assisted 
through this journey.&nbsp; May God bless you for all your prayers, loving 
words, notes, care, presence and support&nbsp; during Rosie’s illness.&nbsp; Your 
compassion has not gone unnoticed.&nbsp; We truly appreciate all that you 
have done.

Please remember Rose with memorials to Community of the Holy Spirit, 
San Diego, CA (to go toward the care of Sr. Agatha), or to Holy Cross 
Catholic School, Hutchinson KS.

Parish Rosary - Wednesday, November 3rd, 2021, at&nbsp; 10:30am followed by
 Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am, both at the Church of the Holy 
Cross, 2631 Independence Rd., Hutchinson KS. Burial will follow at 11:00 am 
Thursday, November 4th , 2021, in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Atwood KS.&nbsp; 
Friends may call from 1-8, Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021, at Elliot 
Mortuary.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/11/1635788624307.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Rose Ann, “Rosie” to her family and friends, 91, was welcomed to her 
heavenly home on October 30, 2021.&nbsp; “Welcome Home good and faithful 
servant."She was born September 11, 1930, in the family farmhouse in Stratton, 
NE to Mary (Hulbl) and Bohumel Faimon.&nbsp; She had a&nbsp; strong bond with her 
twin brother Rich and they were intuitive to each other’s needs.&nbsp; Rudy, 
her older brother took Rosie under his wing.&nbsp; He protected her and 
influenced her with the gift of music.&nbsp; Rose loved playing the organ, 
piano and accordion.&nbsp; She freely danced the polka with ease!Her only sister, Sr. Agatha Faimon, Community of the Holy Spirit, has
 been her dedicated older sister.&nbsp; She has devoted her past years 
tending to Rosie’s needs, which allowed Rosie to remain at home for as 
long as she could.The family is very appreciative for Sr. Agatha’s love 
and compassion.On April 25th, 1955 Rosie married her sweetheart, Charles Pianalto.&nbsp; 
She was quickly accepted into his Italian family of 16 siblings. Even in
 her last stages of her illness, she would mouth the words to their 
wedding dance, “Blue Skirt Waltz”.To this union, five children were given as gifts from God.&nbsp; Joe 
(deceased), Tony, Jeanette, Mary Ellen and Ed.&nbsp; At the age of 50, 
Charlie passed away.&nbsp; With the help of God, family and friends, she&nbsp; 
raised and influenced them to become respectful, compassionate and 
loving adults.Later in life, Rose married Urban Baalman(deceased).Some of Rose’s most cherished times included weekend family fishing 
adventures, Christmas gatherings , singing around the piano during 
holidays, dancing around&nbsp; in the living room,&nbsp; gardening, painting and 
crafting.&nbsp; Rose enjoyed traveling to Europe with Sr. Agatha. They spent 
time connecting with family in Czechoslovakia, speaking with their 
cousins in Czech and exploring family heritage.&nbsp; Rosie loved hollering 
“Bingo” and playing slots!&nbsp; She enjoyed organizing gatherings and was 
defined as a ‘people lover’.Prior to the onset of dementia which robbed her&nbsp; body,&nbsp; sight, mind 
and spirit, Rose had a huge personality, smile and generous,&nbsp; humble 
spirit.&nbsp; Her personal integrity, strong determinate will and 
compassionate heart of service were immense.&nbsp; These facts do not begin 
to convey how much she was loved and respected.This respect for others was evident in the multiple positions she 
held throughout life….. being a loving&nbsp; Christian wife and mother,&nbsp; a 
country school teacher, Boy Scout den leader, Catholic Religious 
Educator,&nbsp; liturgical musician, Pediatric nurse aide , sharing her love 
with nieces and nephews along with leading the senior Catholics in 
Harvest House were just a few of her ways to live discipleship.Rosie’s strong faith in God helped her survive many heartaches, 
losses and struggles. Those that have departed ahead of her include: 
Charlie, Urb, her parents, brothers Rich and Rudy,&nbsp; son Joe along with 
his family,&nbsp; Shirley,&nbsp; Anne and Jennifer and a host of family and&nbsp; 
friends.Survivors that will miss her immensely include:&nbsp; her sister, Sr. 
Agatha Faimon, daughters Mary Ellen and Jeanette Hermes (Bill),&nbsp; sons 
Tony (Wanda) , Ed (Sheila) , grandchildren, great grand-children along 
with nieces, nephews and in-laws.&nbsp; May her spirit live on through them.Her family wishes to thank all those near and far who have assisted 
through this journey.&nbsp; May God bless you for all your prayers, loving 
words, notes, care, presence and support&nbsp; during Rosie’s illness.&nbsp; Your 
compassion has not gone unnoticed.&nbsp; We truly appreciate all that you 
have done.Please remember Rose with memorials to Community of the Holy Spirit, 
San Diego, CA (to go toward the care of Sr. Agatha), or to Holy Cross 
Catholic School, Hutchinson KS.Parish Rosary - Wednesday, November 3rd, 2021, at&nbsp; 10:30am followed by
 Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am, both at the Church of the Holy 
Cross, 2631 Independence Rd., Hutchinson KS. Burial will follow at 11:00 am 
Thursday, November 4th , 2021, in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Atwood KS.&nbsp; 
Friends may call from 1-8, Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021, at Elliot 
Mortuary.

Rose Pianalto

The Rev. James E. Baker, 84, died on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at Hays 
Medical Center in Hays.  Father Jim was born on April 4, 1937, in Erie, 
PA, where he grew up the second of three sons born to Robert and 
Genevieve Baker.  He completed grade school at St. George School in Erie
 in June of 1951. 

On September 14, 1951, he entered the Pontifical 
College Josephinum at Columbus, Ohio where he completed high school, 
college and four years of graduate school in theology. He was ordained 
to the priesthood for the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City in St. 
Thuribius Chapel at the Josephinum on May 25, 1963 by Archbishop Egidio 
Vaggnozzi, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States at the time. Father 
Jim’s first priestly assignment was assistant at St. Anthony Church, 
Liberal (1963-1965); subsequently assistant at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 
Dodge City (1965-1969); assistant at St. John the Evangelist, Hoisington
 (1969-1970). Father Jim was appointed to his first pastorate at St. 
Helen, Hugoton and St. Alphonsus, Satanta in 1970 and he served there 
until 1980 when be became pastor of St John the Evangelist, Hoisington 
(1980-1984). 
At the request of Bishop Stanley G. Schlarman, in August 1984 Father 
Baker entered graduate school in Canon Law at St. Paul University, 
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. After receiving a licentiate degree in June 
1986 Father Jim returned to the diocese where he served as Chancellor 
and later as Vicar General until October 1990. While assigned to the 
Chancery Office Father Jim also served as pastor at Immaculate Heart of 
Mary, Windthorst along with St. George, Bucklin and St Joseph, 
Greensburg (1986-1990). For a few months (Jan-May, 1990) he also served
 as Temporary Administrator of St. Mary’s, Hodgeman County. 
In October 1990, primarily to be closer to his seriously ill parents, 
Father Baker accepted an assignment as Associate Vicar at Our Lady of 
Lourdes Parish, Dunedin, Florida. His father died November 22, 1990 and
 his mother died April 13, 1991 and Father Jim returned to the Diocese 
of Dodge City where he was appointed Judicial Vicar for the Diocese and 
also served very briefly (April-June 1991) as Parochial Vicar at Sacred 
Heart Cathedral before being assigned as pastor at Holy Rosary, Medicine
 Lodge and St. John, Kiowa (1991-1993). He was appointed pastor at St. 
Lawrence, Jetmore, St. Anthony, Hanston and Holy Rosary, Burdett 
(1993-1997). He was appointed pastor of St. Mary, Garden City 
(1997-2006). He also served as priest supervisor at St. Alphonsus, 
Satanta (2002-2006). Father Jim retired from being the Judicial Vicar 
of the Diocese and pastor of St. Mary’s effective November 20, 2006. In
 retirement he continued to serve as judge on the Diocesan Tribunal as 
well as a judge on the Tribunal of the Archdiocese for the Military 
Services, USA, Washington, D.C. 
Not only was Father Baker privileged to serve the Church as a Priest and
 Canon Lawyer he also served the youth of Southwest Kansas by his 
activity in Santa Fe Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America. He began his
 volunteer work in scouting in 1963, serving as the treasurer of the 
newly formed Pack 47, sponsored by St. Anthony Church in Liberal. In 
February 1971 he became scoutmaster of Troop 188, at Rotary sponsored 
troop in Hugoton. Over the years he has served as District Chairman in 
all three districts of the council: (Cimarron River, Liberal, High 
Plains, Dodge City and Buffalo Range, Garden City). On November 15, 
1975 he received the District Award of Merit. Having completed the 
national requirements of Woodbadge Courses, NC-129 as a member of the 
Owl Patrol, he served on the staff of many other Woodbadge courses and 
in 1994 he was asked to serve as Scoutmaster of Woodbadge Course C 11 
L-94. He also served on the Executive Board of the Santa Fe Trail 
Council beginning in 1972. On January 20, 1980 the Diocese of Dodge 
City presented him with the St. George Award. On March 7, 1981 the 
Council presented him with the Silver Beaver Award, the highest award a 
Boy Scouts of America Council can give a volunteer scouter. 
Father Jim loved to travel. He has vacationed in all 50 states and the 
District of Columbia, his favorite being the coast of Oregon and the 
coast of Maine and the state of Alaska. He traveled to Europe twice, 
concentrating the first time on Austria and second on Italy (Rome). He 
was in Canada many times, living there for two years (1984-1986). He 
spent many most enjoyable times at Spanish Peaks Scout Ranch, 
Walsenburg, Colorado and went every summer for a week or more to 
Southwest Colorado in the Durango area. He also enjoyed many cruises to
 Mexico, Alaska, through the Panama Canal, the Mexican Riviera and 
Hawaii. In retirement Father Jim enjoyed his work at Garnand Funeral 
Home in Garden City as a driver and evening attendant. 
He is survived by 2 Sisters-In-Law- Barbara Baker of Fredericksburg, VA
 and Patricia Baker of Edinboro, PA, 5 Nephews- Robert, Michael, James, 
Mark &amp; Joseph, 2 Nieces- Kathleen and Dr. Christina Marie, and 6 
Grand Nieces and 5 Grand Nephews. He was preceded in death by his 
Parents and 2 Brothers- Robert Baker and Dr. Ronald Baker. 
Vigil Service will be at 7:00 PM Thursday and Funeral Mass will be at 
10:30 AM Friday both at St Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. 
Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may call
 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 P M Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City.

Memorials are suggested to St Mary Catholic Church or Santa Fe 
Trail Council BSA in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be 
posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Rev. James E. Baker, 84, died on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at Hays 
Medical Center in Hays. Father Jim was born on April 4, 1937, in Erie, 
PA, where he grew up the second of three sons born to Robert and 
Genevieve Baker. He completed grade school at St. George School in Erie
 in June of 1951. On September 14, 1951, he entered the Pontifical 
College Josephinum at Columbus, Ohio where he completed high school, 
college and four years of graduate school in theology. He was ordained 
to the priesthood for the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City in St. 
Thuribius Chapel at the Josephinum on May 25, 1963 by Archbishop Egidio 
Vaggnozzi, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States at the time. Father 
Jim’s first priestly assignment was assistant at St. Anthony Church, 
Liberal (1963-1965); subsequently assistant at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 
Dodge City (1965-1969); assistant at St. John the Evangelist, Hoisington
 (1969-1970). Father Jim was appointed to his first pastorate at St. 
Helen, Hugoton and St. Alphonsus, Satanta in 1970 and he served there 
until 1980 when be became pastor of St John the Evangelist, Hoisington 
(1980-1984). 
At the request of Bishop Stanley G. Schlarman, in August 1984 Father 
Baker entered graduate school in Canon Law at St. Paul University, 
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. After receiving a licentiate degree in June 
1986 Father Jim returned to the diocese where he served as Chancellor 
and later as Vicar General until October 1990. While assigned to the 
Chancery Office Father Jim also served as pastor at Immaculate Heart of 
Mary, Windthorst along with St. George, Bucklin and St Joseph, 
Greensburg (1986-1990). For a few months (Jan-May, 1990) he also served
 as Temporary Administrator of St. Mary’s, Hodgeman County. 
In October 1990, primarily to be closer to his seriously ill parents, 
Father Baker accepted an assignment as Associate Vicar at Our Lady of 
Lourdes Parish, Dunedin, Florida. His father died November 22, 1990 and
 his mother died April 13, 1991 and Father Jim returned to the Diocese 
of Dodge City where he was appointed Judicial Vicar for the Diocese and 
also served very briefly (April-June 1991) as Parochial Vicar at Sacred 
Heart Cathedral before being assigned as pastor at Holy Rosary, Medicine
 Lodge and St. John, Kiowa (1991-1993). He was appointed pastor at St. 
Lawrence, Jetmore, St. Anthony, Hanston and Holy Rosary, Burdett 
(1993-1997). He was appointed pastor of St. Mary, Garden City 
(1997-2006). He also served as priest supervisor at St. Alphonsus, 
Satanta (2002-2006). Father Jim retired from being the Judicial Vicar 
of the Diocese and pastor of St. Mary’s effective November 20, 2006. In
 retirement he continued to serve as judge on the Diocesan Tribunal as 
well as a judge on the Tribunal of the Archdiocese for the Military 
Services, USA, Washington, D.C. 
Not only was Father Baker privileged to serve the Church as a Priest and
 Canon Lawyer he also served the youth of Southwest Kansas by his 
activity in Santa Fe Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America. He began his
 volunteer work in scouting in 1963, serving as the treasurer of the 
newly formed Pack 47, sponsored by St. Anthony Church in Liberal. In 
February 1971 he became scoutmaster of Troop 188, at Rotary sponsored 
troop in Hugoton. Over the years he has served as District Chairman in 
all three districts of the council: (Cimarron River, Liberal, High 
Plains, Dodge City and Buffalo Range, Garden City). On November 15, 
1975 he received the District Award of Merit. Having completed the 
national requirements of Woodbadge Courses, NC-129 as a member of the 
Owl Patrol, he served on the staff of many other Woodbadge courses and 
in 1994 he was asked to serve as Scoutmaster of Woodbadge Course C 11 
L-94. He also served on the Executive Board of the Santa Fe Trail 
Council beginning in 1972. On January 20, 1980 the Diocese of Dodge 
City presented him with the St. George Award. On March 7, 1981 the 
Council presented him with the Silver Beaver Award, the highest award a 
Boy Scouts of America Council can give a volunteer scouter. 
Father Jim loved to travel. He has vacationed in all 50 states and the 
District of Columbia, his favorite being the coast of Oregon and the 
coast of Maine and the state of Alaska. He traveled to Europe twice, 
concentrating the first time on Austria and second on Italy (Rome). He 
was in Canada many times, living there for two years (1984-1986). He 
spent many most enjoyable times at Spanish Peaks Scout Ranch, 
Walsenburg, Colorado and went every summer for a week or more to 
Southwest Colorado in the Durango area. He also enjoyed many cruises to
 Mexico, Alaska, through the Panama Canal, the Mexican Riviera and 
Hawaii. In retirement Father Jim enjoyed his work at Garnand Funeral 
Home in Garden City as a driver and evening attendant. 
He is survived by 2 Sisters-In-Law- Barbara Baker of Fredericksburg, VA
 and Patricia Baker of Edinboro, PA, 5 Nephews- Robert, Michael, James, 
Mark &amp; Joseph, 2 Nieces- Kathleen and Dr. Christina Marie, and 6 
Grand Nieces and 5 Grand Nephews. He was preceded in death by his 
Parents and 2 Brothers- Robert Baker and Dr. Ronald Baker. 
Vigil Service will be at 7:00 PM Thursday and Funeral Mass will be at 
10:30 AM Friday both at St Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. 
Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may call
 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 P M Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. Memorials are suggested to St Mary Catholic Church or Santa Fe 
Trail Council BSA in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be 
posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

The Rev. James E. Baker

J. Russell Jennings, 66, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at his home
 in Lakin. He was born on May 23, 1955 at Buffalo, New York the son of 
James P. &amp; Jeanne (Beiber) Jennings. He married Judy Besecker on 
May 25, 1980 in McPherson, Kansas. 
Russ graduated from Tonawanda, New York High School and the Spartan 
School of Aeronautics at Tulsa, Oklahoma. He went to work at the 
Stanton County airport in Johnson as a mechanic and pilot. In 1977 he 
was a Graduate of General Law Enforcement Officer Training &amp; Police 
Management from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center in Hutchinson
 and became a Deputy Sheriff and later Undersheriff for the Kearny 
County Sheriff Department in Lakin. 
In 1981 he attended the University of Nevada at Reno National Judicial 
College and was a Graduate in Limited Jurisdiction General, Alcohol 
Drugs and the Courts, Contracts and Damages. He became the District 
Magistrate Judge for the State of Kansas-Judicial Branch for Kearny 
County District Court. He took classes at Garden City Community College
 and then graduated from Friends University in Wichita with his Bachelor
 of Science Undergraduate Degree with highest honors in Human Resource 
Management. At this time he became the Director for the Southwest 
Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Garden City. 
In 2011 he accepted the position of Commissioner of Juvenile Justice for
 the Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority under Governors Kathleen Sebelius
 and Mark Parkinson. In the election of 2012, he was elected as State 
Representative of the 122nd District and currently was serving his 5th 
term. Russ was well known for his work on corrections and juvenile 
justice issues and has been the Chair of the House Corrections Committee
 for the last 3 sessions. During this time, he also has been a Contract
 Consultant for Performance-based Standards of Braintree, Massachusetts. 
Russ was involved in local and state boards and committees starting in 
1979 as a Member of the Board of Governors of the Kansas Peace Officers 
Association. He served 3 years as an Appointee of the Kansas 
Corrections Ombudsman Board, 13 years as Legislative Committee Chairman,
 Education Committee Chairman and later Vice-President and President of 
the Kansas District Magistrate Judges Association. For 11 years he was a
 Criminal Justice Advisory Board Member at Garden City Community College
 and 2 years as Juvenile Justice Committee Chairman and member of the 
Kansas Corrections Association. In 1996 he was appointed by Chief 
Justice Kay McFarland as a member of the Juvenile Intake and Assessment 
Advisory Committee for the Kansas Supreme Court. 
He served 8 years on the Lakin City Council from 1997 to 2005. In 1997 
Governor Bill Graves appointed him as a Board Member of both the Kansas 
Advisory 
Group on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency and the Kansas Youth Authority Board. 
Russ became very involved with Leadership Kansas through the Kansas 
Chamber of Commerce and Industry and was a 1998 Graduate of the program.
 From 2002 to 2009, he served as State Program Director, Board of 
Trustees member and Chairman of the Board of Trustees. 
He also served the State of Kansas as a board member of the Kansas Sex 
Offender Policy Board, Kansas Substance Abuse Policy Board and Kansas 
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. He served as a board member of 
the Criminal Justice Advisory Board at Washburn University. 
Russ was the 2009 Distinguished Service to Kansas Children Award honoree
 of the Kansas Children’s Service League, the 2009 Outstanding 
Administrator Award honoree of the Council of Juvenile Corrections 
Administrators. In 2010 he was named Kansas Alumnus of the Year for 
Leadership Kansas. 
When he wasn’t working, he spent time at his beloved lake house at 
Kanopolis Lake fishing and spending quality time with his family. Russ 
also enjoyed spending countless hours tending to his lawn to ensure it 
was in pristine condition. 
He is survived by his Wife- Judy Jennings, 2 Sons- Joseph Jennings of 
Topeka, James Jennings of Lakin, 2 Daughters- Julie Jennings of Kansas 
City, Missouri and Jodie (Jennings) Werth and husband Leighton Werth of 
Hays, 2 Brothers- James P. Jennings II of Bellevue, Washington and Carl 
E. Jennings of Buffalo, New York and 2 Grandsons- Carter Werth and Wyatt
 Werth both of Hays. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, November 6 at United 
Methodist Church in Lakin with Rev Rita Stockton officiating. The 
service will be livestreamed on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. 
 Following the service there will be a reception and lunch at the 4-H 
Building at the Kearny County Fairgrounds. A private burial will be in 
Lakin Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to PBS Education and Employment
 Foundation (Performance Base Standard) or Western Kansas Child Advocacy
 Center both in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted
 at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>J. Russell Jennings, 66, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at his home
 in Lakin. He was born on May 23, 1955 at Buffalo, New York the son of 
James P. &amp; Jeanne (Beiber) Jennings. He married Judy Besecker on 
May 25, 1980 in McPherson, Kansas. 
Russ graduated from Tonawanda, New York High School and the Spartan 
School of Aeronautics at Tulsa, Oklahoma. He went to work at the 
Stanton County airport in Johnson as a mechanic and pilot. In 1977 he 
was a Graduate of General Law Enforcement Officer Training &amp; Police 
Management from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center in Hutchinson
 and became a Deputy Sheriff and later Undersheriff for the Kearny 
County Sheriff Department in Lakin. 
In 1981 he attended the University of Nevada at Reno National Judicial 
College and was a Graduate in Limited Jurisdiction General, Alcohol 
Drugs and the Courts, Contracts and Damages. He became the District 
Magistrate Judge for the State of Kansas-Judicial Branch for Kearny 
County District Court. He took classes at Garden City Community College
 and then graduated from Friends University in Wichita with his Bachelor
 of Science Undergraduate Degree with highest honors in Human Resource 
Management. At this time he became the Director for the Southwest 
Kansas Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Garden City. 
In 2011 he accepted the position of Commissioner of Juvenile Justice for
 the Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority under Governors Kathleen Sebelius
 and Mark Parkinson. In the election of 2012, he was elected as State 
Representative of the 122nd District and currently was serving his 5th 
term. Russ was well known for his work on corrections and juvenile 
justice issues and has been the Chair of the House Corrections Committee
 for the last 3 sessions. During this time, he also has been a Contract
 Consultant for Performance-based Standards of Braintree, Massachusetts. 
Russ was involved in local and state boards and committees starting in 
1979 as a Member of the Board of Governors of the Kansas Peace Officers 
Association. He served 3 years as an Appointee of the Kansas 
Corrections Ombudsman Board, 13 years as Legislative Committee Chairman,
 Education Committee Chairman and later Vice-President and President of 
the Kansas District Magistrate Judges Association. For 11 years he was a
 Criminal Justice Advisory Board Member at Garden City Community College
 and 2 years as Juvenile Justice Committee Chairman and member of the 
Kansas Corrections Association. In 1996 he was appointed by Chief 
Justice Kay McFarland as a member of the Juvenile Intake and Assessment 
Advisory Committee for the Kansas Supreme Court. 
He served 8 years on the Lakin City Council from 1997 to 2005. In 1997 
Governor Bill Graves appointed him as a Board Member of both the Kansas 
Advisory 
Group on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency and the Kansas Youth Authority Board. 
Russ became very involved with Leadership Kansas through the Kansas 
Chamber of Commerce and Industry and was a 1998 Graduate of the program.
 From 2002 to 2009, he served as State Program Director, Board of 
Trustees member and Chairman of the Board of Trustees. 
He also served the State of Kansas as a board member of the Kansas Sex 
Offender Policy Board, Kansas Substance Abuse Policy Board and Kansas 
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. He served as a board member of 
the Criminal Justice Advisory Board at Washburn University. 
Russ was the 2009 Distinguished Service to Kansas Children Award honoree
 of the Kansas Children’s Service League, the 2009 Outstanding 
Administrator Award honoree of the Council of Juvenile Corrections 
Administrators. In 2010 he was named Kansas Alumnus of the Year for 
Leadership Kansas. 
When he wasn’t working, he spent time at his beloved lake house at 
Kanopolis Lake fishing and spending quality time with his family. Russ 
also enjoyed spending countless hours tending to his lawn to ensure it 
was in pristine condition. 
He is survived by his Wife- Judy Jennings, 2 Sons- Joseph Jennings of 
Topeka, James Jennings of Lakin, 2 Daughters- Julie Jennings of Kansas 
City, Missouri and Jodie (Jennings) Werth and husband Leighton Werth of 
Hays, 2 Brothers- James P. Jennings II of Bellevue, Washington and Carl 
E. Jennings of Buffalo, New York and 2 Grandsons- Carter Werth and Wyatt
 Werth both of Hays. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, November 6 at United 
Methodist Church in Lakin with Rev Rita Stockton officiating. The 
service will be livestreamed on the Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. 
 Following the service there will be a reception and lunch at the 4-H 
Building at the Kearny County Fairgrounds. A private burial will be in 
Lakin Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to PBS Education and Employment
 Foundation (Performance Base Standard) or Western Kansas Child Advocacy
 Center both in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted
 at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

J. Russell Jennings

Karlynn Yanke, age 85, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Trego County-Lemke Memorial Hospital. 

 Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home of WaKeeney.

Karlynn Yanke, age 85, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Trego County-Lemke Memorial Hospital. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home of WaKeeney.

Karlynn Yanke

Carl Henry Hoelscher, 95, of Bushton, Kansas, passed away October 29, 2021 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. 

He was born July 21, 1926, in rural Chase, Kansas, the son of Homer David and Lydia Anna Mehl Hoelscher. Carl graduated from Bushton Rural High School. He served in the United States Army during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He has farmed in the Bushton area since 1951. Carl was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church, rural Bushton and Gideons International. 

Carl enjoyed reading and spending time with his family. On November 12, 1950, Carl was united in marriage with Velma L. Cruth in Bushton. She preceded him in death on July 26, 1981. On November 23, 1985, Carl was united in marriage with Helene Clark Appel in Bushton. She preceded him in death on August 10, 1998. 

On August 14, 1999, Carl was united in marriage with Lois Doughty Biehler Behnke in Bushton. She preceded him in death on July 29, 2010. Carl is also preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Patricia Carlene “Patti” Hoelscher Rolfs; two brothers, Verl and Alvin Hoelscher; and two brothers-in-law, William “Bill” Frees and Jim Fredrickson. 

Carl is survived by daughter, Margie John and husband Robert of Bushton, and children, Jessica Sullivan and husband Jesse of Colorado Springs, CO, Matthew John and wife Emily of Lexington, KY, and their children, Betsy and Lena, and Jenni Stringham and husband Liam of Hays, KS and their son, Jonathan; son-in-law, Scott Rolfs and wife Toni of Bushton, and children, Justin Rolfs and wife Stephanie of Colorado Springs, CO, and Monte Rolfs and wife Melissa of Lorraine, KS, and their children, Cassidy and Caroline; son, Don Hoelscher and wife Joy of Bushton, and children, Micah Hoelscher and wife Becca of Newton, KS, and their children, Eli, Chloe, Blake and Jase; Andrew Hoelscher and wife Courtney of Newton, KS, and their children, Addi, Hannah, Kate, Mia, and twin girls expected in the new year, Laura Neff and husband Judah of McPherson, KS and their children, Isaac and Amelia; two sisters, Roberta Frees of Lyons and Annabel Fredrickson of Topeka, KS; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Hoelscher of Derby, KS; seven step-children; twenty step-grandchildren; and thirty- four step-great-grandchildren. 

Visitation will be from 12:00 until 4:00 P.M., Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons and 6:00 until 8:00 P.M., at Salem United Methodist Church with family present. Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Friday, November 5, 2021, at Salem United Methodist Church, rural Bushton, with Pastor Tom Reazin officiating. Burial will follow at the Salem United Methodist Cemetery with military honors by Ft. Riley Honor Guard. 

Memorials may be given to Salem United Methodist Church, Gideons International, or Isaac Neff Fund in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Carl Henry Hoelscher, 95, of Bushton, Kansas, passed away October 29, 2021 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born July 21, 1926, in rural Chase, Kansas, the son of Homer David and Lydia Anna Mehl Hoelscher. Carl graduated from Bushton Rural High School. He served in the United States Army during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He has farmed in the Bushton area since 1951. Carl was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church, rural Bushton and Gideons International. Carl enjoyed reading and spending time with his family. On November 12, 1950, Carl was united in marriage with Velma L. Cruth in Bushton. She preceded him in death on July 26, 1981. On November 23, 1985, Carl was united in marriage with Helene Clark Appel in Bushton. She preceded him in death on August 10, 1998. On August 14, 1999, Carl was united in marriage with Lois Doughty Biehler Behnke in Bushton. She preceded him in death on July 29, 2010. Carl is also preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Patricia Carlene “Patti” Hoelscher Rolfs; two brothers, Verl and Alvin Hoelscher; and two brothers-in-law, William “Bill” Frees and Jim Fredrickson. Carl is survived by daughter, Margie John and husband Robert of Bushton, and children, Jessica Sullivan and husband Jesse of Colorado Springs, CO, Matthew John and wife Emily of Lexington, KY, and their children, Betsy and Lena, and Jenni Stringham and husband Liam of Hays, KS and their son, Jonathan; son-in-law, Scott Rolfs and wife Toni of Bushton, and children, Justin Rolfs and wife Stephanie of Colorado Springs, CO, and Monte Rolfs and wife Melissa of Lorraine, KS, and their children, Cassidy and Caroline; son, Don Hoelscher and wife Joy of Bushton, and children, Micah Hoelscher and wife Becca of Newton, KS, and their children, Eli, Chloe, Blake and Jase; Andrew Hoelscher and wife Courtney of Newton, KS, and their children, Addi, Hannah, Kate, Mia, and twin girls expected in the new year, Laura Neff and husband Judah of McPherson, KS and their children, Isaac and Amelia; two sisters, Roberta Frees of Lyons and Annabel Fredrickson of Topeka, KS; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Hoelscher of Derby, KS; seven step-children; twenty step-grandchildren; and thirty- four step-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 12:00 until 4:00 P.M., Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons and 6:00 until 8:00 P.M., at Salem United Methodist Church with family present. Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Friday, November 5, 2021, at Salem United Methodist Church, rural Bushton, with Pastor Tom Reazin officiating. Burial will follow at the Salem United Methodist Cemetery with military honors by Ft. Riley Honor Guard. Memorials may be given to Salem United Methodist Church, Gideons International, or Isaac Neff Fund in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

Carl Henry Hoelscher

Stephen Edward Hart, 75, died October 30, 2021, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born November 28, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, 
the son of James Michael and Cecilia (Sack) Hart.&nbsp; Stephen graduated 
from St. Joseph Acadamy of Hays, and then went on to earn his bachelors 
and masters degree from Wichita State University.

Stephen was in education for 30 years. He taught K-5th 
grade and was a school adminstrator and principle for the Diocese of 
Wichita. He then went on to teach in Marion, Kansas, where he taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th
 grades.&nbsp; Later he worked for the American Milk Production Inc. of 
Hillsboro and was an office manager for Pratt Well, Pratt, Kansas.

He was a member of St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Russell,
 Kansas, and the Knights of Columbus Council. Stephen put many happy 
miles on his treasured Harley trike often riding in Toy Runs and with 
clubs.&nbsp; He was a gun enthusiast and enjoyed target shooting, loved doing
 yard work and was very particular with it’s care, and loved to draw. He
 was also considered the Clark Griswald of christmas lights. Stephen’s 
famous quote was “The one that eats the fastest gets the mostest!” This 
was true in his love of fried chicken.

He is survived by his wife of sixteen years, Mary Hart of the home; 
daughter, Lisa Sewell and husband Eric of Trinity, Florida; son, John 
Hart of Houston, Texas; stepchildren, Cody Roach of Russell, Brandon 
Roach of Great Bend, Shiloh Roach and wife Krystal of Russell, Chelsie 
Link and husband Shane of Great Bend; sister, Barbara Janzing of Bel 
Aire; brother, Joe Hart and wife Kathy of Amarrillo, Texas, Delia Hart 
of Ocarver, Washington; sisters-in-law, Shawna Shadduck and husband 
Kelly of Beaver, Michelle Root and husband Steve of Great Bend; 
brothers-in-law, Everett Hoeffner and wife Davina of Dallas, Texas and 
Dennis Krawetzke of Sapulpa, Oklahoma; three grandchildren, Trevor Hart,
 Kyle &amp; Justin Sewell; and nine step grandchildren, Cheyenne Roach, 
Annabelle and Alyssa Roach, Aiden, Andy and Reagan Roach, Rylee Rupp, 
Koby and Jamison Link; and his beloved dogs, Hunter, Teddy, and Harley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, James Hart, sister,
 MaryAnn Huslig and husband Erving, and parents-in-law, Sonny Hoeffner 
and wife Juanita, brother-in-law, Bernard Janzing and sister-in-law, 
Carolyn Krawetzke.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday. Family will greet 
friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with Knights of Columbus Rosary to begin 
at 7 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial 
will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at St. John the Evangelist
 Catholic Church, Hoisington, celebrated by Father Anselm Eke, MSP and 
Father Michael Elan. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Beaver, 
Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the Russell County Shelter, Golden Belt 
Humane Society or Chasing Tails in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home,
 PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Stephen Edward Hart, 75, died October 30, 2021, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born November 28, 1945, in Hays, Kansas, 
the son of James Michael and Cecilia (Sack) Hart.&nbsp; Stephen graduated 
from St. Joseph Acadamy of Hays, and then went on to earn his bachelors 
and masters degree from Wichita State University.Stephen was in education for 30 years. He taught K-5th 
grade and was a school adminstrator and principle for the Diocese of 
Wichita. He then went on to teach in Marion, Kansas, where he taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th
 grades.&nbsp; Later he worked for the American Milk Production Inc. of 
Hillsboro and was an office manager for Pratt Well, Pratt, Kansas.He was a member of St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Russell,
 Kansas, and the Knights of Columbus Council. Stephen put many happy 
miles on his treasured Harley trike often riding in Toy Runs and with 
clubs.&nbsp; He was a gun enthusiast and enjoyed target shooting, loved doing
 yard work and was very particular with it’s care, and loved to draw. He
 was also considered the Clark Griswald of christmas lights. Stephen’s 
famous quote was “The one that eats the fastest gets the mostest!” This 
was true in his love of fried chicken.He is survived by his wife of sixteen years, Mary Hart of the home; 
daughter, Lisa Sewell and husband Eric of Trinity, Florida; son, John 
Hart of Houston, Texas; stepchildren, Cody Roach of Russell, Brandon 
Roach of Great Bend, Shiloh Roach and wife Krystal of Russell, Chelsie 
Link and husband Shane of Great Bend; sister, Barbara Janzing of Bel 
Aire; brother, Joe Hart and wife Kathy of Amarrillo, Texas, Delia Hart 
of Ocarver, Washington; sisters-in-law, Shawna Shadduck and husband 
Kelly of Beaver, Michelle Root and husband Steve of Great Bend; 
brothers-in-law, Everett Hoeffner and wife Davina of Dallas, Texas and 
Dennis Krawetzke of Sapulpa, Oklahoma; three grandchildren, Trevor Hart,
 Kyle &amp; Justin Sewell; and nine step grandchildren, Cheyenne Roach, 
Annabelle and Alyssa Roach, Aiden, Andy and Reagan Roach, Rylee Rupp, 
Koby and Jamison Link; and his beloved dogs, Hunter, Teddy, and Harley.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, James Hart, sister,
 MaryAnn Huslig and husband Erving, and parents-in-law, Sonny Hoeffner 
and wife Juanita, brother-in-law, Bernard Janzing and sister-in-law, 
Carolyn Krawetzke.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday. Family will greet 
friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with Knights of Columbus Rosary to begin 
at 7 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial 
will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at St. John the Evangelist
 Catholic Church, Hoisington, celebrated by Father Anselm Eke, MSP and 
Father Michael Elan. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Beaver, 
Kansas.Memorials may be made to the Russell County Shelter, Golden Belt 
Humane Society or Chasing Tails in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home,
 PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Stephen Edward Hart

Carolyn
 M. (Windholz) Pfannenstiel, age 75, died Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at 
the Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born June 
26, 1945, in Hays, Kansas to Otto and Blanche (Weber) Windholz.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She had a love for fashion which led her to a career in the clothing 
industry as manager and buyer for many years, retiring in 2011.&nbsp; Carolyn
 grew up in Victoria, Kansas and attended Victoria High School.&nbsp; She 
lived in Hutchinson, and Austin before moving to Salina. &nbsp;She also 
enjoyed bowling, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her daughter, Jacqueline O’Riley and husband, Darin; 
her son, Kevin Pfannenstiel and wife, Kathleen; her son-in-law, Matthew 
Howell; grandchildren, Brittany Lawrence and husband, Tyler; Brianna 
Augustine and husband, Tyler; Riley Pfannenstiel; and Ethan 
Pfannenstiel; great-grandchildren Taylee, Brydon, Kaden, Bryn, Karson, 
Emerie, and Ezr; her brothers ,Virgil Windholz and wife, Lou; Otto 
Windholz Jr. and wife, Jackie; her sister, Charlotte Blake and husband, 
Don; and her brother-in-law, Jerry Schmidtberger; several nieces, 
nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Pamela Howell; and her sister, Louise Schmidtberger.

A memorial Mass celebrating Carolyn’s life will be said at 11:00 A.M. 
Saturday,&nbsp; November 6, 2021, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, 
Kansas.&nbsp; All are invited.

Private family graveside services were held at St. Fidelis Cemetery, 
Victoria, Kansas. The family has requested that remembrances be made in 
the form of contributions, in Carolyn Pfannenstiel name, made payable 
to: Salina Presbyterian Manor, 2601 East Crawford, &nbsp;Salina, Kansas 67401.

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 </figure>Carolyn
 M. (Windholz) Pfannenstiel, age 75, died Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at 
the Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born June 
26, 1945, in Hays, Kansas to Otto and Blanche (Weber) Windholz.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She had a love for fashion which led her to a career in the clothing 
industry as manager and buyer for many years, retiring in 2011.&nbsp; Carolyn
 grew up in Victoria, Kansas and attended Victoria High School.&nbsp; She 
lived in Hutchinson, and Austin before moving to Salina. &nbsp;She also 
enjoyed bowling, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren.Survivors include her daughter, Jacqueline O’Riley and husband, Darin; 
her son, Kevin Pfannenstiel and wife, Kathleen; her son-in-law, Matthew 
Howell; grandchildren, Brittany Lawrence and husband, Tyler; Brianna 
Augustine and husband, Tyler; Riley Pfannenstiel; and Ethan 
Pfannenstiel; great-grandchildren Taylee, Brydon, Kaden, Bryn, Karson, 
Emerie, and Ezr; her brothers ,Virgil Windholz and wife, Lou; Otto 
Windholz Jr. and wife, Jackie; her sister, Charlotte Blake and husband, 
Don; and her brother-in-law, Jerry Schmidtberger; several nieces, 
nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Pamela Howell; and her sister, Louise Schmidtberger.A memorial Mass celebrating Carolyn’s life will be said at 11:00 A.M. 
Saturday,&nbsp; November 6, 2021, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, 
Kansas.&nbsp; All are invited.Private family graveside services were held at St. Fidelis Cemetery, 
Victoria, Kansas. The family has requested that remembrances be made in 
the form of contributions, in Carolyn Pfannenstiel name, made payable 
to: Salina Presbyterian Manor, 2601 East Crawford, &nbsp;Salina, Kansas 67401.

Carolyn M. (Windholz) Pfannenstiel

James “Jim” C. Knapp, age 80, of&nbsp;WaKeeney, 
Kansas passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, 
Hays, KS. He was born July 15, 1941, in Bird City, Kansas to Charles and
 Mildred (Phipps) Knapp. On January 6, 1968, he married Patricia (Patti)
 Ann&nbsp;Whisler.

Jim worked as an actuarial accountant for 
Blue Cross &amp; Blue Shield of Kansas in Topeka, KS. He enjoyed 
collecting&nbsp;die-cast&nbsp;John Deere tractors, doing puzzles and playing 
solitaire, watching John Wayne and Hallmark movies, and watching his 
special&nbsp;WaKeeney&nbsp;“granddaughters” Libby and Adele in their sports and 
other school events.&nbsp;

He&nbsp;is survived&nbsp;by two daughters, Jamie 
(Brian)&nbsp;Slawson&nbsp;and Heidi (Jeff) McDaniel of Topeka; two brothers, Tim 
(Janice) Knapp of Atwood, KS; and Tom Knapp of Olathe, KS; a sister Gay 
(Merle) Kruse of Sheridan, WY; two sisters-in-law Glenda Knapp of Hays, 
KS and Joyce Ross of Lincoln, NE; a brother-in-law Larry&nbsp;Manz&nbsp;and many 
nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife 
Patti; a brother, Doran (Corky) Knapp; a sister, Mary Stephens; three 
sisters-in-law, Renee Knapp, Betty Manz, Dee Yost; three brothers-in-law
 John Stephens, Bill Ross; John Yost, niece Lisa Knapp, and nephew Ryan 
Knapp.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at Presbyterian Church of&nbsp;WaKeeney, 332 N. 6th&nbsp;St.,&nbsp;WaKeeney&nbsp;KS, at 10:00 am on Thursday, November 4.&nbsp; Arrangements in care of Schmitt Funeral Home 336 N. 12th&nbsp;St,&nbsp;WaKeeney, KS 67672.&nbsp;

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 </figure>James “Jim” C. Knapp, age 80, of&nbsp;WaKeeney, 
Kansas passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, 
Hays, KS. He was born July 15, 1941, in Bird City, Kansas to Charles and
 Mildred (Phipps) Knapp. On January 6, 1968, he married Patricia (Patti)
 Ann&nbsp;Whisler.Jim worked as an actuarial accountant for 
Blue Cross &amp; Blue Shield of Kansas in Topeka, KS. He enjoyed 
collecting&nbsp;die-cast&nbsp;John Deere tractors, doing puzzles and playing 
solitaire, watching John Wayne and Hallmark movies, and watching his 
special&nbsp;WaKeeney&nbsp;“granddaughters” Libby and Adele in their sports and 
other school events.&nbsp;He&nbsp;is survived&nbsp;by two daughters, Jamie 
(Brian)&nbsp;Slawson&nbsp;and Heidi (Jeff) McDaniel of Topeka; two brothers, Tim 
(Janice) Knapp of Atwood, KS; and Tom Knapp of Olathe, KS; a sister Gay 
(Merle) Kruse of Sheridan, WY; two sisters-in-law Glenda Knapp of Hays, 
KS and Joyce Ross of Lincoln, NE; a brother-in-law Larry&nbsp;Manz&nbsp;and many 
nieces and nephews.Jim was preceded in death by his wife 
Patti; a brother, Doran (Corky) Knapp; a sister, Mary Stephens; three 
sisters-in-law, Renee Knapp, Betty Manz, Dee Yost; three brothers-in-law
 John Stephens, Bill Ross; John Yost, niece Lisa Knapp, and nephew Ryan 
Knapp.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at Presbyterian Church of&nbsp;WaKeeney, 332 N. 6th&nbsp;St.,&nbsp;WaKeeney&nbsp;KS, at 10:00 am on Thursday, November 4.&nbsp; Arrangements in care of Schmitt Funeral Home 336 N. 12th&nbsp;St,&nbsp;WaKeeney, KS 67672.&nbsp;

James 'Jim' C. Knapp

Edna “Eddie” Lucille Delaney, 88, passed away on October 27, 2021, in 
Plainville, KS. She was born on November 23, 1932, in Hill City, KS to 
W. Troy and Maggie (Rippen) Walker. 
 She had 7 brothers, Everett, Lawrence, Raymond, Wilber, Irvin, Jack,
 Bob, and 1 sister, Maxine Watson, who proceeded her in death; and 1 
brother, Lee Walker of Phillipsburg, KS, surviving. 
 Eddie married Robert Edmisson in 1951 and they had 3 children: 
Raymond Edmisson of Lowell, AR, Jeanne McMullen of Wichita, KS, and 
Paula Wilkerson of Maricopa, AZ. She was very proud to be a grandmother 
to 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Robert proceeded her in 
death in 1974. She then married Kenneth Delaney in 1984 and he preceded 
her in death in 1997.
 Eddie was a graduate of Alton High School. She had many adventures 
in life with the greatest becoming a nurse at 62 years old at which she 
worked at well into her 80s. She was a member of the VFW where she had 
served as an 8th and 9th District President. She also had belonged to 
the Rebekah’s and the American Legion. She was a 4-H leader along with 
many other activities.
 A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 10:30 
AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. There will be no 
public visitation.

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 </figure>Edna “Eddie” Lucille Delaney, 88, passed away on October 27, 2021, in 
Plainville, KS. She was born on November 23, 1932, in Hill City, KS to 
W. Troy and Maggie (Rippen) Walker. 
 She had 7 brothers, Everett, Lawrence, Raymond, Wilber, Irvin, Jack,
 Bob, and 1 sister, Maxine Watson, who proceeded her in death; and 1 
brother, Lee Walker of Phillipsburg, KS, surviving. 
 Eddie married Robert Edmisson in 1951 and they had 3 children: 
Raymond Edmisson of Lowell, AR, Jeanne McMullen of Wichita, KS, and 
Paula Wilkerson of Maricopa, AZ. She was very proud to be a grandmother 
to 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Robert proceeded her in 
death in 1974. She then married Kenneth Delaney in 1984 and he preceded 
her in death in 1997.
 Eddie was a graduate of Alton High School. She had many adventures 
in life with the greatest becoming a nurse at 62 years old at which she 
worked at well into her 80s. She was a member of the VFW where she had 
served as an 8th and 9th District President. She also had belonged to 
the Rebekah’s and the American Legion. She was a 4-H leader along with 
many other activities.
 A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 10:30 
AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. There will be no 
public visitation.

Edna 'Eddie' Lucille Delaney

Darla Lee Cadoret, 87 of Manhattan, KS passed away on October 22, 2021,&nbsp; at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. 
Darla was born December 6, 1933, in Stockton, KS. Darla graduated from 
Stockton High School on May 16, 1952. She married the love of her life, 
Joseph Cadoret, on November 18, 1951, in Stockton. Darla and Joe’s love 
was nothing short of inspiring. 
She is survived by her daughters Kim (Doug) French of Stockton and 
Pamela Herl of North Platte, NE; grandchildren: Guy, Heather (Cameron), 
Amanda French; Courtney (Brian) Carpenter, Charlee Simpson (Aaron), and 
Stephanie Miner (Josh); as well as 17 great-grandchildren; sister Connie
 (Duane) Forbes, brothers: Dale and David Baxter and sister-in-law 
Bonnie Baxter. 
She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph, parents Charles and 
Flossie Baxter, her brother Don Baxter, sister-in-law Carolyn Baxter, 
and great-granddaughter Graycee Carpenter. 
Darla’s career as a licensed child care provider spanned decades and she
 loved each child as her own. The connections she made with the families
 had a lasting impression as she still received cards and updates to 
this day. She was lifelong in her faith and enjoyed her daily devotions.
 Darla and Joe traveled to Arizona many winters and you could find them 
playing Mexican train, shopping, and visiting with her family and 
friends. Darla enjoyed cooking, and her family would always request her 
famous peanut pie and Special K bars at every reunion and family holiday
 gathering. 
An inurnment will take place in Stockton Cemetery at a later date. 
Memorials can be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in 
Manhattan or the Stockton Public Library. Contributions may be sent in 
care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, 
Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>Darla Lee Cadoret, 87 of Manhattan, KS passed away on October 22, 2021,&nbsp; at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. 
Darla was born December 6, 1933, in Stockton, KS. Darla graduated from 
Stockton High School on May 16, 1952. She married the love of her life, 
Joseph Cadoret, on November 18, 1951, in Stockton. Darla and Joe’s love 
was nothing short of inspiring. 
She is survived by her daughters Kim (Doug) French of Stockton and 
Pamela Herl of North Platte, NE; grandchildren: Guy, Heather (Cameron), 
Amanda French; Courtney (Brian) Carpenter, Charlee Simpson (Aaron), and 
Stephanie Miner (Josh); as well as 17 great-grandchildren; sister Connie
 (Duane) Forbes, brothers: Dale and David Baxter and sister-in-law 
Bonnie Baxter. 
She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph, parents Charles and 
Flossie Baxter, her brother Don Baxter, sister-in-law Carolyn Baxter, 
and great-granddaughter Graycee Carpenter. 
Darla’s career as a licensed child care provider spanned decades and she
 loved each child as her own. The connections she made with the families
 had a lasting impression as she still received cards and updates to 
this day. She was lifelong in her faith and enjoyed her daily devotions.
 Darla and Joe traveled to Arizona many winters and you could find them 
playing Mexican train, shopping, and visiting with her family and 
friends. Darla enjoyed cooking, and her family would always request her 
famous peanut pie and Special K bars at every reunion and family holiday
 gathering. 
An inurnment will take place in Stockton Cemetery at a later date. 
Memorials can be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in 
Manhattan or the Stockton Public Library. Contributions may be sent in 
care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, 
Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Darla Lee Cadoret (1933-2021)

Gerald “Gerry” O. Watts, 83, passed away peacefully at his home on October 29, 2021.  Gerry once said that upon his death, “The Good Lord finally got brave enough to take me home!” 

Gerald was born August 21, 1938, in Portis to Orville Richard and Edna Mae (Maier) Watts.  He went to Portis schools from 1944-46. At that time the family moved to Harlan where he continued his education until 1954.  The Watts family returned to Portis and Gerry graduated from Portis High School in 1956.  He attended Fort Hays State College from 1956-58.  In 1958, he went to work as a bookkeeper for a Hays furniture/appliance store.  Gerry and Marlene Bender were united in marriage in June, 1959. In the summer of 1962, Gerry, his wife, and daughter, Debbie moved to Colorado Springs where he got a job with a building company.  They were blessed with two additional children, Don and Terry. He continued working in the building industry as an employee and eventually an owner.  In 2003 Gerry and Marlene moved to Downs, Kansas where he opened Timeless Treasures LLC on Morgan avenue, downtown Downs. He remained active in the Downs United Methodist Church, Downs Chamber of Commerce (treasurer), and the community.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Donald Gene Watts in October 2019; and his brother Jackie “Jack” Joe Watts in March 2021.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Marlene, of the home; brother, Mike “Mick” Watts; daughter, Deborah Kahler (Page); son, Terence Watts (Christine); Grandchildren Shelley Kahler Meaux (Steve), Devin Watts (Raquel Vasquez), Kirsten Kahler (Thomas Ragsdale), Angela Watts, and Garrett Watts; one great grandchild, Lucien Albert Meaux and three step grandchildren, Anastasia, Joseph, and Angelina Berglund.

Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, November 4, 2021, at the Downs United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m.  No visitation. 

 Memorials may be given to St. Jude’s Children's Hospital, United Methodist Church, Angel Care Services, Solomon Valley Hospice or the Agape Shop in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, Kansas 67437

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 </figure>Gerald “Gerry” O. Watts, 83, passed away peacefully at his home on October 29, 2021. Gerry once said that upon his death, “The Good Lord finally got brave enough to take me home!” Gerald was born August 21, 1938, in Portis to Orville Richard and Edna Mae (Maier) Watts. He went to Portis schools from 1944-46. At that time the family moved to Harlan where he continued his education until 1954. The Watts family returned to Portis and Gerry graduated from Portis High School in 1956. He attended Fort Hays State College from 1956-58. In 1958, he went to work as a bookkeeper for a Hays furniture/appliance store. Gerry and Marlene Bender were united in marriage in June, 1959. In the summer of 1962, Gerry, his wife, and daughter, Debbie moved to Colorado Springs where he got a job with a building company. They were blessed with two additional children, Don and Terry. He continued working in the building industry as an employee and eventually an owner. In 2003 Gerry and Marlene moved to Downs, Kansas where he opened Timeless Treasures LLC on Morgan avenue, downtown Downs. He remained active in the Downs United Methodist Church, Downs Chamber of Commerce (treasurer), and the community.He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Donald Gene Watts in October 2019; and his brother Jackie “Jack” Joe Watts in March 2021.He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Marlene, of the home; brother, Mike “Mick” Watts; daughter, Deborah Kahler (Page); son, Terence Watts (Christine); Grandchildren Shelley Kahler Meaux (Steve), Devin Watts (Raquel Vasquez), Kirsten Kahler (Thomas Ragsdale), Angela Watts, and Garrett Watts; one great grandchild, Lucien Albert Meaux and three step grandchildren, Anastasia, Joseph, and Angelina Berglund.Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, November 4, 2021, at the Downs United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m. No visitation. Memorials may be given to St. Jude’s Children's Hospital, United Methodist Church, Angel Care Services, Solomon Valley Hospice or the Agape Shop in care of Domoney Funeral Home, PO Box 127, Downs, Kansas 67437

Gerald 'Gerry' O. Watts

Stanley R. Haynes, 90, passed away October 29, 2021, at Country Living of Larned.

He was born February 2, 1931, in Amarillo, Texas, the son of Frank and Helen Blanton Haynes.

A longtime area resident, he was an electrical contractor and the 
founder of Haynes Electric, Larned where he was currently serving on the
 Board of Directors. He was a member of the Frist Presbyterian Church, 
Building and Trade Board, and the Country Club, all of Larned.

On September 5, 1948, he married Norma J. Snavely at St. Paul Minnesota; she preceded him in death on December 6, 2013.

Survivors include: four sons, Kenneth S. (Patricia) Haynes, Media, 
PA, Bradley R. (Jeanine) Haynes, West Field, IN, Keith R. Haynes, and 
Jim S. (Suzan) Haynes, both of Larned; daughter, Cynthia A. Claussen, 
Springdale, AR; twelve grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren, 
and three great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a brother, Gene 
Haynes; a sister, Phyllis Bethel; and son-in-law Ron Claussen.

Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 8th, 
at the First Presbyterian Church, Larned with Pastor Bill Stapleton 
presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Beckwith
 Mortuary, Larned.

Memorials may be given too the Larned Country Club or the First 
Presbyterian Church, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, KS 67550. Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Stanley R. Haynes, 90, passed away October 29, 2021, at Country Living of Larned.He was born February 2, 1931, in Amarillo, Texas, the son of Frank and Helen Blanton Haynes.A longtime area resident, he was an electrical contractor and the 
founder of Haynes Electric, Larned where he was currently serving on the
 Board of Directors. He was a member of the Frist Presbyterian Church, 
Building and Trade Board, and the Country Club, all of Larned.On September 5, 1948, he married Norma J. Snavely at St. Paul Minnesota; she preceded him in death on December 6, 2013.Survivors include: four sons, Kenneth S. (Patricia) Haynes, Media, 
PA, Bradley R. (Jeanine) Haynes, West Field, IN, Keith R. Haynes, and 
Jim S. (Suzan) Haynes, both of Larned; daughter, Cynthia A. Claussen, 
Springdale, AR; twelve grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren, 
and three great-great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a brother, Gene 
Haynes; a sister, Phyllis Bethel; and son-in-law Ron Claussen.Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 8th, 
at the First Presbyterian Church, Larned with Pastor Bill Stapleton 
presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Beckwith
 Mortuary, Larned.Memorials may be given too the Larned Country Club or the First 
Presbyterian Church, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, KS 67550. Personal condolences may be left at 
www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Stanley R. Haynes

George Eldon Shupe, age 74, of Manhattan, died October 16, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice House in Manhattan. 
 He was born April 5, 1947, in Manhattan, the son of John W. and Elizabeth M. (Mendenhall) Shupe. 
 George attended local schools and graduated from Manhattan High School
 in 1965. He attended Kansas State University and graduated in 1969, 
and then later earned his MBA from San Diego State University in 1974. 
 Mr. Shupe served in the United States Air Force from September 1969 to April 1972 as 1st. LT. 
 He was an Accounting/Business Instructor at Cuyamaca Community College in El Cajon, CA. 
 George attended Grace Baptist Church, enjoyed stamp collecting, 
playing golf in his younger years and was a student of Biblical 
Prophecy. 
 Survivors include his six children: George “Keoki” Shupe, Jr. of 
Honolulu, HI, Jason Shupe, Lianna Shupe (Leo Ruiz), Bradley Shupe, 
Christopher Shupe and Darrin Shupe all of El Cajon, CA; two 
grandchildren: Maddox and Lex Spieldenner; and three siblings: John 
Shupe of Centennial, CO, Steven Shupe of India, and Christine Wagner 
(Gerald) of Hays, KS. 
 Cremation is planned with graveside services with military honors to 
be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 3rd, at the Kansas Veterans’ 
Cemetery at Fort Riley, with Bill Gasser officiating. 
 Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and 
Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.

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 </figure>George Eldon Shupe, age 74, of Manhattan, died October 16, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice House in Manhattan. 
 He was born April 5, 1947, in Manhattan, the son of John W. and Elizabeth M. (Mendenhall) Shupe. 
 George attended local schools and graduated from Manhattan High School
 in 1965. He attended Kansas State University and graduated in 1969, 
and then later earned his MBA from San Diego State University in 1974. 
 Mr. Shupe served in the United States Air Force from September 1969 to April 1972 as 1st. LT. 
 He was an Accounting/Business Instructor at Cuyamaca Community College in El Cajon, CA. 
 George attended Grace Baptist Church, enjoyed stamp collecting, 
playing golf in his younger years and was a student of Biblical 
Prophecy. 
 Survivors include his six children: George “Keoki” Shupe, Jr. of 
Honolulu, HI, Jason Shupe, Lianna Shupe (Leo Ruiz), Bradley Shupe, 
Christopher Shupe and Darrin Shupe all of El Cajon, CA; two 
grandchildren: Maddox and Lex Spieldenner; and three siblings: John 
Shupe of Centennial, CO, Steven Shupe of India, and Christine Wagner 
(Gerald) of Hays, KS. 
 Cremation is planned with graveside services with military honors to 
be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 3rd, at the Kansas Veterans’ 
Cemetery at Fort Riley, with Bill Gasser officiating. 
 Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare and 
Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.

George Eldon Shupe

Margaret "Peggy" Allen was born to Ben and Nellie Richards on September 
23, 1921, at their farm South of Tasco, Kansas. She passed away on 
October 27, 2021, and entered into her eternal life in Heaven at the age 
of 100 years and 1 month.
 Peggy survived three husbands. She married Lorenzo (Boe) Deibert in
 1938 and they were blessed with five children; Kenneth, Nettie, 
Barbara, Terry and Sandra. She married Everett Neal in 1988 and Glenn 
Allen in 1999.
 Peggy was well loved and respected by her family and friends. She 
will be remembered as a great cook among other things. She was a hard 
worker and she didn't believe in idle time.
 For 17 years, she managed her own creamery business, Deibert Produce.
 She was the first cook and managed the kitchen at the newly formed 
Hoxie Elks Lodge and various food establishments including the Old 
Sheridan Inn and the hospital in Hoxie.
 In her younger days she raised a huge garden and chickens. She 
canned lots of garden produce and fed her family well come winter. She 
loved family visits, especially from grandchildren and she was noted for
 her toy box, candy dish and games. No matter how many people stopped 
in at meal time, she could and did feed them all. Friends of her 
children looked forward to visiting because the top of the deep freeze 
was often covered with her home made cinnamon rolls and long johns.
 In her spare time, which wasn't often, she liked to embroidery and 
do textile painting. She loved sending greeting cards and continued 
that tradition after entering the nursing home. Thank you cards were a 
must. Many of you probably received one after her 100th birthday party.
 Peggy was extremely light on her feet and she and Boe often graced the dance floor to the envy of other dancers.
 Peggy's children honored her with a 100 year birthday party and she 
thoroughly enjoyed seeing and visiting with friends and family. She 
remembered and enjoyed sharing stories from days gone by. The "Dust 
Storms" of the 30's were some of her favorites.
 She was a quiet but devoted Christian and a member of the Hoxie 
Christian Church. Before retiring for the night she made it a practice 
to read her devotions and have a talk with Jesus. This note was in one 
of her journals. She wrote "I remember the day I found the lord. The 
song was, "In The Garden" and the preacher was Preacher Robb. It was 
at the Bethel Church and it was a happy day. I think it was in 1933".
 She is survived by daughters, Barbara Sample and Sandra (Gary) 
Reitcheck, both of Hoxie, a son, Terry Deibert, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, 
sister, Juanita Andregg, Hoxie, 12 grandchildren, many great 
grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Nellie Richards, husbands, 
Lorenzo (Boe) Deibert, Everett Neal, Glenn Allen, sister, Marjorie 
Hilburn, brothers in law, Jim Hilburn and Jack Andregg, son, Kenneth 
Deibert, daughter, Nettie Richmeier, son in law, Leon Sample, daughter 
in law, Cyndi Deibert, grandsons, Todd Deibert and Darin Richmeier and 
great grandson, Jesse Farber.
 100 years is quite a legacy so RIP until we meet again on heavens shore. You will be missed!

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Margaret-Peggy-Ruby-Allen?obId=22837063#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Margaret "Peggy" Allen was born to Ben and Nellie Richards on September 
23, 1921, at their farm South of Tasco, Kansas. She passed away on 
October 27, 2021, and entered into her eternal life in Heaven at the age 
of 100 years and 1 month.
 Peggy survived three husbands. She married Lorenzo (Boe) Deibert in
 1938 and they were blessed with five children; Kenneth, Nettie, 
Barbara, Terry and Sandra. She married Everett Neal in 1988 and Glenn 
Allen in 1999.
 Peggy was well loved and respected by her family and friends. She 
will be remembered as a great cook among other things. She was a hard 
worker and she didn't believe in idle time.
 For 17 years, she managed her own creamery business, Deibert Produce.
 She was the first cook and managed the kitchen at the newly formed 
Hoxie Elks Lodge and various food establishments including the Old 
Sheridan Inn and the hospital in Hoxie.
 In her younger days she raised a huge garden and chickens. She 
canned lots of garden produce and fed her family well come winter. She 
loved family visits, especially from grandchildren and she was noted for
 her toy box, candy dish and games. No matter how many people stopped 
in at meal time, she could and did feed them all. Friends of her 
children looked forward to visiting because the top of the deep freeze 
was often covered with her home made cinnamon rolls and long johns.
 In her spare time, which wasn't often, she liked to embroidery and 
do textile painting. She loved sending greeting cards and continued 
that tradition after entering the nursing home. Thank you cards were a 
must. Many of you probably received one after her 100th birthday party.
 Peggy was extremely light on her feet and she and Boe often graced the dance floor to the envy of other dancers.
 Peggy's children honored her with a 100 year birthday party and she 
thoroughly enjoyed seeing and visiting with friends and family. She 
remembered and enjoyed sharing stories from days gone by. The "Dust 
Storms" of the 30's were some of her favorites.
 She was a quiet but devoted Christian and a member of the Hoxie 
Christian Church. Before retiring for the night she made it a practice 
to read her devotions and have a talk with Jesus. This note was in one 
of her journals. She wrote "I remember the day I found the lord. The 
song was, "In The Garden" and the preacher was Preacher Robb. It was 
at the Bethel Church and it was a happy day. I think it was in 1933".
 She is survived by daughters, Barbara Sample and Sandra (Gary) 
Reitcheck, both of Hoxie, a son, Terry Deibert, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, 
sister, Juanita Andregg, Hoxie, 12 grandchildren, many great 
grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Nellie Richards, husbands, 
Lorenzo (Boe) Deibert, Everett Neal, Glenn Allen, sister, Marjorie 
Hilburn, brothers in law, Jim Hilburn and Jack Andregg, son, Kenneth 
Deibert, daughter, Nettie Richmeier, son in law, Leon Sample, daughter 
in law, Cyndi Deibert, grandsons, Todd Deibert and Darin Richmeier and 
great grandson, Jesse Farber.
 100 years is quite a legacy so RIP until we meet again on heavens shore. You will be missed!Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Margaret-Peggy-Ruby-Allen?obId=22837063#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Margaret 'Peggy' Ruby Allen

Vernon Joseph Rietcheck, Seguin, Kansas passed away on Sunday, October 
24, 2021, at the age of seventy-nine. He was born in Rural Sheridan 
County February 3, 1942, to John and Rose K. (Geerdes) Rietcheck. Vernon
 grew up on a farm in the Seguin area. He attended elementary school in 
Seguin and graduated from Sheridan County High School in 1960. After 
graduation he attended electrical school in Denver, Colorado, before 
enlisting in the United States Army in October of 1962, serving 
overseas. On August 19, 1967, he married Roberta Richmeier in Great 
Bend, Kansas. They were blessed with four children, Jennifer, Christina,
 Michael, and Angie. 
 Vernon had a custom harvesting business and was a farmer/rancher. He
 traveled many miles harvesting the crops. He also farmed, grew mostly 
wheat, and raised cattle. He enjoyed traveling and meeting new people. 
When he was not harvesting, he drove truck for others and farmed. He 
enjoyed playing pool and competing in pool tournaments. He was a member 
of St. Martin’s Catholic Church, Seguin, Kansas, Knights of Columbus, 
and The Hoxie Elks Lodge. He enjoyed his children and grandchildren.
 Vernon is survived by his son Michael Rietcheck and wife Jennette of
 Gardner, Kansas; daughters, Jennifer Carson and husband Rob of Garden 
City, Kansas; Christina Kuhn and husband Brian of Hays, Kansas, Angie 
Cook and husband Justin of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren Camden, Allyson, 
Brennan and Corissa Rietcheck, Logan, Emma and Anna Kuhn, and Hunter 
Carson (Rachel); sisters, Phyllis Melenson of Hot Springs, Arkansas and 
Carolyn Gatschet and husband Paul of Hays, Kansas; many relatives and 
friends. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rose Rietcheck; 
sister, Dorothy Ostmeyer; brothers, Alfred Rietcheck and wife Barbara, 
Elmer Rietcheck and wife Bernadine and Robert Rietcheck.
 A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, November 1, 
2021, 10:00 A.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home. Interment will 
follow the service in the Veteran’s Cemetery in Wakeeney, Kansas at 
12:30 P.M. Visitation will be held Sunday, October 31, 2021, from 1:30 
P.M. until 4:00 P.M. with family receiving friends from 2:00 P.M. until 
4:00 P.M., with a rosary being said at 3:30 P.M. all at Mickey-Leopold 
Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to Sheridan County 
Benefit Walk and Masses.

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 </figure>Vernon Joseph Rietcheck, Seguin, Kansas passed away on Sunday, October 
24, 2021, at the age of seventy-nine. He was born in Rural Sheridan 
County February 3, 1942, to John and Rose K. (Geerdes) Rietcheck. Vernon
 grew up on a farm in the Seguin area. He attended elementary school in 
Seguin and graduated from Sheridan County High School in 1960. After 
graduation he attended electrical school in Denver, Colorado, before 
enlisting in the United States Army in October of 1962, serving 
overseas. On August 19, 1967, he married Roberta Richmeier in Great 
Bend, Kansas. They were blessed with four children, Jennifer, Christina,
 Michael, and Angie. 
 Vernon had a custom harvesting business and was a farmer/rancher. He
 traveled many miles harvesting the crops. He also farmed, grew mostly 
wheat, and raised cattle. He enjoyed traveling and meeting new people. 
When he was not harvesting, he drove truck for others and farmed. He 
enjoyed playing pool and competing in pool tournaments. He was a member 
of St. Martin’s Catholic Church, Seguin, Kansas, Knights of Columbus, 
and The Hoxie Elks Lodge. He enjoyed his children and grandchildren.
 Vernon is survived by his son Michael Rietcheck and wife Jennette of
 Gardner, Kansas; daughters, Jennifer Carson and husband Rob of Garden 
City, Kansas; Christina Kuhn and husband Brian of Hays, Kansas, Angie 
Cook and husband Justin of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren Camden, Allyson, 
Brennan and Corissa Rietcheck, Logan, Emma and Anna Kuhn, and Hunter 
Carson (Rachel); sisters, Phyllis Melenson of Hot Springs, Arkansas and 
Carolyn Gatschet and husband Paul of Hays, Kansas; many relatives and 
friends. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rose Rietcheck; 
sister, Dorothy Ostmeyer; brothers, Alfred Rietcheck and wife Barbara, 
Elmer Rietcheck and wife Bernadine and Robert Rietcheck.
 A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, November 1, 
2021, 10:00 A.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home. Interment will 
follow the service in the Veteran’s Cemetery in Wakeeney, Kansas at 
12:30 P.M. Visitation will be held Sunday, October 31, 2021, from 1:30 
P.M. until 4:00 P.M. with family receiving friends from 2:00 P.M. until 
4:00 P.M., with a rosary being said at 3:30 P.M. all at Mickey-Leopold 
Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to Sheridan County 
Benefit Walk and Masses.

Vernon Joseph Rietcheck

Chase Latham Anderson was taken from us far too early at the age of 
22.&nbsp; Our beautiful, sweet boy was born August 31,1999, and died October 
27, 2021. Chase loved the rain, maybe because his dad introduced it on 
the day he was born, poignantly, it was raining on the morning he died.

We have many great memories of Chase, from the smiling happy baby, to
 the hopeful mature young man he was becoming.&nbsp;Chase had a kind and 
playful nature.&nbsp; He was trusting and generous to a fault.&nbsp;

Some things Chase loved were amusement parks, family vacations, and 
gaming. He loved Buffalo Wild Wings, and asking Mama for homemade 
Chocolate Chip cookies, his favorite cologne, Acqua Di Gio and working 
in the food service industry.&nbsp; Chase dreamed of becoming a Chef and 
already made the best meatloaf.

He brightened the lives of all he knew.&nbsp; Everyone was drawn to his amazing personality and beautiful soul that knew no bounds.

We will forever miss his love and kindness, his friendship, wisdom, 
and compassion, his laughter, his smile, and his light. We will miss his
 voice, and never again hear him call us Mama, Dad and Sister. Chase 
will not grow into the fantastic husband and father we knew he was 
destined to become.&nbsp;

Chase is survived by many loving family members; including his 
father, Ronnie W. Anderson of Wichita; and mother, Cindy M. (Brungardt) 
Anderson of Hoisington; sister, Hailey Wright and companion, Randie 
Schlichting of Kansas City, Kansas; niece and nephew, Jacqulynn and 
Hayden Schlichting; paternal grandmother, Nancy Regis and husband David;
 and great grandmother, Beverly Peterson, all of of Calumet, Michigan; 
uncle, Jeremy Regis of Stafford, Virginia; aunts, Lorrie High and 
husband Dale of Washington, Pennslyvania; and Bonnie Brungardt and 
companion Calvin Fox of Hoisington; Great Uncles and Aunts; and numerous
 cousins;&nbsp;&nbsp;and his loving dog and cat, Buddy and Jekyll.

He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Clayton and Linda Spires and paternal great grandfather, Donald Peterson.

Family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home.

Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, November 1, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Sharon Spaans 
presiding.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Chase Anderson's name may be made 
either to any youth group home, or the Chase Anderson Memorial Fund in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Chase Latham Anderson was taken from us far too early at the age of 
22.&nbsp; Our beautiful, sweet boy was born August 31,1999, and died October 
27, 2021. Chase loved the rain, maybe because his dad introduced it on 
the day he was born, poignantly, it was raining on the morning he died.We have many great memories of Chase, from the smiling happy baby, to
 the hopeful mature young man he was becoming.&nbsp;Chase had a kind and 
playful nature.&nbsp; He was trusting and generous to a fault.&nbsp;Some things Chase loved were amusement parks, family vacations, and 
gaming. He loved Buffalo Wild Wings, and asking Mama for homemade 
Chocolate Chip cookies, his favorite cologne, Acqua Di Gio and working 
in the food service industry.&nbsp; Chase dreamed of becoming a Chef and 
already made the best meatloaf.He brightened the lives of all he knew.&nbsp; Everyone was drawn to his amazing personality and beautiful soul that knew no bounds.We will forever miss his love and kindness, his friendship, wisdom, 
and compassion, his laughter, his smile, and his light. We will miss his
 voice, and never again hear him call us Mama, Dad and Sister. Chase 
will not grow into the fantastic husband and father we knew he was 
destined to become.&nbsp;Chase is survived by many loving family members; including his 
father, Ronnie W. Anderson of Wichita; and mother, Cindy M. (Brungardt) 
Anderson of Hoisington; sister, Hailey Wright and companion, Randie 
Schlichting of Kansas City, Kansas; niece and nephew, Jacqulynn and 
Hayden Schlichting; paternal grandmother, Nancy Regis and husband David;
 and great grandmother, Beverly Peterson, all of of Calumet, Michigan; 
uncle, Jeremy Regis of Stafford, Virginia; aunts, Lorrie High and 
husband Dale of Washington, Pennslyvania; and Bonnie Brungardt and 
companion Calvin Fox of Hoisington; Great Uncles and Aunts; and numerous
 cousins;&nbsp;&nbsp;and his loving dog and cat, Buddy and Jekyll.He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Clayton and Linda Spires and paternal great grandfather, Donald Peterson.Family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, November 1, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Sharon Spaans 
presiding.In lieu of flowers, memorials in Chase Anderson's name may be made 
either to any youth group home, or the Chase Anderson Memorial Fund in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Chase Latham Anderson

Donita P. Buerkle, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021,&nbsp; at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
December 22, 1928, the daughter of Paul and Lucy Kidwell Hagler.&nbsp; A 
resident of Holcomb, Kansas since 1946 moving from Kearny County, 
Kansas, she was a homemaker.

She was a member of the Prairie View Church of the Brethren in Friend, Kansas and a member of EHU &amp; ESA.

On August 12, 1945, she married Robert Buerkle in Deerfield, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on October 12, 2020, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include her Two Daughters - Anita &amp; Dennis Miller of 
Wilson, Kansas, Christine &amp; Gregg Joy of Garden City, Kansas, One 
Sons - Gail &amp; Karen Buerkle of Azel, Texas, Eight Grandchildren - 
Lisa &amp; Todd Scott of Holcomb, Kansas, Brett &amp; Wendy Pollman of 
Wichita, Kansas, Rachel &amp; John Schmit of Valrico, Florida, Kenton 
Pollman of Augusta, Kansas, Tammy Miller of Russell, Kansas, Pam &amp; 
Bobby Funk of Alabama, Terry Miller of Beaver, Kansas, Garry Lee &amp; 
Kylene Miller of Ellsworth, Kansas, Twenty One Great grandchildren, 31 
Great Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Two Sons - Alan 
Buerkle and Gary Lee Buerkle, One Sister - Dorothy Williams-Yakel, Four 
Brothers - Loren Hagler, Olin “Short” Hagler, Kenneth Hagler, and 
Maurice Hagler.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 
2021 at the Prairie View Church of the Brethren, Friend, Kansas with 
Rev. Jon Tuttle presiding.&nbsp; Services will be live-streamed by clicking 
the Livestream tab on the left side of the obituary&nbsp;starting at 1:55 
p.m.

Memorials can be made to the St. Catherine Hospice or the Prairie 
View Church of the Brethren or the Masonic Lodge in care of Price &amp; 
Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

Interment will be in the Prairie View Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Friend, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November
 4, 2021 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott 
City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Donita P. Buerkle, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021,&nbsp; at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
December 22, 1928, the daughter of Paul and Lucy Kidwell Hagler.&nbsp; A 
resident of Holcomb, Kansas since 1946 moving from Kearny County, 
Kansas, she was a homemaker.She was a member of the Prairie View Church of the Brethren in Friend, Kansas and a member of EHU &amp; ESA.On August 12, 1945, she married Robert Buerkle in Deerfield, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on October 12, 2020, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her Two Daughters - Anita &amp; Dennis Miller of 
Wilson, Kansas, Christine &amp; Gregg Joy of Garden City, Kansas, One 
Sons - Gail &amp; Karen Buerkle of Azel, Texas, Eight Grandchildren - 
Lisa &amp; Todd Scott of Holcomb, Kansas, Brett &amp; Wendy Pollman of 
Wichita, Kansas, Rachel &amp; John Schmit of Valrico, Florida, Kenton 
Pollman of Augusta, Kansas, Tammy Miller of Russell, Kansas, Pam &amp; 
Bobby Funk of Alabama, Terry Miller of Beaver, Kansas, Garry Lee &amp; 
Kylene Miller of Ellsworth, Kansas, Twenty One Great grandchildren, 31 
Great Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Two Sons - Alan 
Buerkle and Gary Lee Buerkle, One Sister - Dorothy Williams-Yakel, Four 
Brothers - Loren Hagler, Olin “Short” Hagler, Kenneth Hagler, and 
Maurice Hagler.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 
2021 at the Prairie View Church of the Brethren, Friend, Kansas with 
Rev. Jon Tuttle presiding.&nbsp; Services will be live-streamed by clicking 
the Livestream tab on the left side of the obituary&nbsp;starting at 1:55 
p.m.Memorials can be made to the St. Catherine Hospice or the Prairie 
View Church of the Brethren or the Masonic Lodge in care of Price &amp; 
Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.Interment will be in the Prairie View Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Friend, Kansas.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November
 4, 2021 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott 
City, Kansas.

Donita P. Buerkle

Donna Jean (Stevenson) Gosser passed away on October 27, 2021, at the 
Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas at the age of 84. She 
was born on February 28, 1937, to Edgar and Helen (Spiehs) Stevenson in 
Grand Island, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Allen Lee Gosser 
on September 13, 1958, in Grand Island, Nebraska. The couple were 
blessed with three children: Connie Jo, Lorrie and Robert.
 Donna grew up in Grand Island and attended Grand Island High School.
 She started working as a waitress at the Milnes Café in Nebraska before
 she was married in 1958 to Allen. The couple moved to Plainville where 
they started their family. Then the family moved to Hays where they 
farmed with Allen’s father. In May of 1965 they settled in Codell. When 
they moved to Codell she worked for Daylight Donuts then C.O. Mammels 
Grocery until 1981. She then retired and became a full-time wife and 
mother. Donna loved to cook; the kids’ most memorable dishes where 
cranberry salad, potato salad, mac and cheese, broccoli casserole, and a
 green Oreo mint salad that was made one too many times…in abundance.&nbsp;

She was even the creator of “the Donna Special” at Taco Express in 
Plainville. She loved being a farmer’s wife, and their large family 
gatherings. It was important to her to entertain during the summer for 
her many nieces and nephews out at the farm. Outside of her love for the
 family she enjoyed gambling on $2 scratch cards and holding two spots 
at quarter machines and playing bingo, along with card games like Pitch 
and Pinochle. Donna was also fond of things like the color purple, 
angels, and interacting with friends and family through Facebook. She 
was a member of the Codell Community Church.
 She is survived by her husband, Allen Gosser of Codell, KS; 
children, Connie Austin of Codell, and Lorrie Bland of Plainville and 
Robert Gosser of Plainville; sister, Shirley Spencer of St. Paul, NE; 
brother-in-law, Jim Johnson of Salt Lake City, UT; five grandchildren, 
Alan (Lori) Austin, Jennifer (Dan) Gibbons, Lance Gosser, Traci (Logan) 
Burns, and Rachel (Blake) Lundstrom; thirteen great-grandchildren, 
Trevor, Thomas, Cale, Lana, Emmitt, Sutton, Jacob, Nora, Katy, Lucas, 
Hudson, Anniston, and Greta; and other family members and many friends.
 Donna is preceded in death by her parents; Edgar and Helen Stevenson; sister, Fern Johnson; and brother-in-law, Gerald Spencer.
 A Funeral Service will be held at the Codell Community Church on 
Monday, November 1, 2021, at 10AM. Visitation will be held on Sunday, at
 the funeral home in Plainville from 2 PM until 6PM with Family 
Receiving Friends from 4PM to 5:30PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the Codell Community Church, Rooks County
 Health Center, or the Codell Community Center and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663. 
Online condolences can be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com

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 </figure>Donna Jean (Stevenson) Gosser passed away on October 27, 2021, at the 
Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas at the age of 84. She 
was born on February 28, 1937, to Edgar and Helen (Spiehs) Stevenson in 
Grand Island, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Allen Lee Gosser 
on September 13, 1958, in Grand Island, Nebraska. The couple were 
blessed with three children: Connie Jo, Lorrie and Robert.
 Donna grew up in Grand Island and attended Grand Island High School.
 She started working as a waitress at the Milnes Café in Nebraska before
 she was married in 1958 to Allen. The couple moved to Plainville where 
they started their family. Then the family moved to Hays where they 
farmed with Allen’s father. In May of 1965 they settled in Codell. When 
they moved to Codell she worked for Daylight Donuts then C.O. Mammels 
Grocery until 1981. She then retired and became a full-time wife and 
mother. Donna loved to cook; the kids’ most memorable dishes where 
cranberry salad, potato salad, mac and cheese, broccoli casserole, and a
 green Oreo mint salad that was made one too many times…in abundance.&nbsp; She was even the creator of “the Donna Special” at Taco Express in 
Plainville. She loved being a farmer’s wife, and their large family 
gatherings. It was important to her to entertain during the summer for 
her many nieces and nephews out at the farm. Outside of her love for the
 family she enjoyed gambling on $2 scratch cards and holding two spots 
at quarter machines and playing bingo, along with card games like Pitch 
and Pinochle. Donna was also fond of things like the color purple, 
angels, and interacting with friends and family through Facebook. She 
was a member of the Codell Community Church.
 She is survived by her husband, Allen Gosser of Codell, KS; 
children, Connie Austin of Codell, and Lorrie Bland of Plainville and 
Robert Gosser of Plainville; sister, Shirley Spencer of St. Paul, NE; 
brother-in-law, Jim Johnson of Salt Lake City, UT; five grandchildren, 
Alan (Lori) Austin, Jennifer (Dan) Gibbons, Lance Gosser, Traci (Logan) 
Burns, and Rachel (Blake) Lundstrom; thirteen great-grandchildren, 
Trevor, Thomas, Cale, Lana, Emmitt, Sutton, Jacob, Nora, Katy, Lucas, 
Hudson, Anniston, and Greta; and other family members and many friends.
 Donna is preceded in death by her parents; Edgar and Helen Stevenson; sister, Fern Johnson; and brother-in-law, Gerald Spencer.
 A Funeral Service will be held at the Codell Community Church on 
Monday, November 1, 2021, at 10AM. Visitation will be held on Sunday, at
 the funeral home in Plainville from 2 PM until 6PM with Family 
Receiving Friends from 4PM to 5:30PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the Codell Community Church, Rooks County
 Health Center, or the Codell Community Center and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663. 
Online condolences can be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com

Donna Jean (Stevenson) Gosser

Maebeth Walter, 97, Downs, KS. passed away October 28, 2021, at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital. Maebeth was born to Gideon and Ruth (Goheen) Walter on April 13, 1924, in the Rose Valley community northwest of Downs. 

She attended the Rose Valley one-room school and graduated from Downs High School with the class of 1941. Her college education began at Fort Hays College with years of teaching at Elm Creek, Rose Valley, and Union #4 country schools.  Next she studied a business course at Westmar College, a college associated with her church. She worked at the Downs National Bank for a few years then resumed her career teaching at Oak Creek and later, the 2nd grade in Downs completing her education degree from Fort Hays, retiring in 1986. 

Maebeth was a lifelong member of the Rose Valley United Methodist Church and was active in leadership roles in the youth programs and the United Methodist Women. Opportunities to serve in mission at Red Bird, KY, and a life-time auxiliary membership of Gideons International were close to her heart. This generous spirit led her to be involved in the local American Red Cross chapter and numerous other community organizations.

During retirement she enlarged her doll collection and her hobby of growing flowers. She and family members also enjoyed traveling far and wide to such places as Russia, Europe, and Alaska, and to football bowl games.

Preceding her in death were her parents, brothers, Chet and Lloyd (both killed in World War II), sister, Lucile Freeborn and husband, Harold, and sister, Eileen Doane and husband, Ralph. 

Surviving her are nieces and nephews, Kent (Barbara) Freeborn, Keith (Marsha) Doane, Brent (Linda) Doane, Kathryn (Ron, deceased) McCary, Gary (Glennys) Doane, Karol (Jim) Gregory, Steve (Heidi) Doane; 16 great nieces and nephews and more family and friends to treasure her memory.  

Services for Maebeth Walter will be held Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 10 am at the Rose Valley UMC, 2 miles west and 3 miles north of Downs. Visitation with the family present will be at the church on Monday, November 1, 2021, 7-8:30 pm. 

Suggested memorials are to the Rose Valley UMC, or The Gideons International.

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 </figure>Maebeth Walter, 97, Downs, KS. passed away October 28, 2021, at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital. Maebeth was born to Gideon and Ruth (Goheen) Walter on April 13, 1924, in the Rose Valley community northwest of Downs. She attended the Rose Valley one-room school and graduated from Downs High School with the class of 1941. Her college education began at Fort Hays College with years of teaching at Elm Creek, Rose Valley, and Union #4 country schools. Next she studied a business course at Westmar College, a college associated with her church. She worked at the Downs National Bank for a few years then resumed her career teaching at Oak Creek and later, the 2nd grade in Downs completing her education degree from Fort Hays, retiring in 1986. Maebeth was a lifelong member of the Rose Valley United Methodist Church and was active in leadership roles in the youth programs and the United Methodist Women. Opportunities to serve in mission at Red Bird, KY, and a life-time auxiliary membership of Gideons International were close to her heart. This generous spirit led her to be involved in the local American Red Cross chapter and numerous other community organizations.During retirement she enlarged her doll collection and her hobby of growing flowers. She and family members also enjoyed traveling far and wide to such places as Russia, Europe, and Alaska, and to football bowl games.Preceding her in death were her parents, brothers, Chet and Lloyd (both killed in World War II), sister, Lucile Freeborn and husband, Harold, and sister, Eileen Doane and husband, Ralph. Surviving her are nieces and nephews, Kent (Barbara) Freeborn, Keith (Marsha) Doane, Brent (Linda) Doane, Kathryn (Ron, deceased) McCary, Gary (Glennys) Doane, Karol (Jim) Gregory, Steve (Heidi) Doane; 16 great nieces and nephews and more family and friends to treasure her memory. Services for Maebeth Walter will be held Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 10 am at the Rose Valley UMC, 2 miles west and 3 miles north of Downs. Visitation with the family present will be at the church on Monday, November 1, 2021, 7-8:30 pm. Suggested memorials are to the Rose Valley UMC, or The Gideons International.

Maebeth Walter

David Lee “Dave” Legleiter, 63, Hays, died Monday, October 25, 2021, at his home.

He was born February 6, 1958, in Hays, 
the son of Wilfred “Fritz” and Deltha (Werth) Legleiter.&nbsp; He worked for 
Dreher Guttering and was a farmer and stockman.&nbsp; Dave enjoyed fishing, 
trains, flower gardening, landscaping, tinkering, and spending time 
remodeling his shed into a tiny house.&nbsp;

Survivors include two brothers: 
Terrence Legleiter of Hays, Darrel Legleiter and wife Nadine of Frisco, 
TX, three sisters: Kathleen Dreher of Hays, Sheryl Hayslip and husband 
Jerry of Frisco, TX, and Sandra Bradshaw and husband Marc of Jetmore, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother: Troy Legleiter, and a brother-in-law: Ron Dreher.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 30, 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 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on 
Friday and from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 on Saturday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on 
Friday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested for masses or to 
Holy Family Elementary School.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Dave may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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 </figure>David Lee “Dave” Legleiter, 63, Hays, died Monday, October 25, 2021, at his home.He was born February 6, 1958, in Hays, 
the son of Wilfred “Fritz” and Deltha (Werth) Legleiter.&nbsp; He worked for 
Dreher Guttering and was a farmer and stockman.&nbsp; Dave enjoyed fishing, 
trains, flower gardening, landscaping, tinkering, and spending time 
remodeling his shed into a tiny house.&nbsp;Survivors include two brothers: 
Terrence Legleiter of Hays, Darrel Legleiter and wife Nadine of Frisco, 
TX, three sisters: Kathleen Dreher of Hays, Sheryl Hayslip and husband 
Jerry of Frisco, TX, and Sandra Bradshaw and husband Marc of Jetmore, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother: Troy Legleiter, and a brother-in-law: Ron Dreher.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 30, 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 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on 
Friday and from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 on Saturday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on 
Friday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested for masses or to 
Holy Family Elementary School.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Dave may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

David Lee 'Dave' Legleiter

Tina M. McMichael, age 61, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021, 
at her home in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on May 31, 1960, in 
Hoxie, Kansas, the daughter of Tom Ellis and Ruth Marie William Irwin.&nbsp; A
 resident of Garden City, Kansas since 1964 moving from Hoxie, Kansas, 
she was a caretaker for adults &amp; children with disabilities.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holcomb, Kansas.

On May 26, 1979, she married Terry McMichael in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp;
 He passed away on November 8, 2000, in Garden City, Kansas.

Survivors include her One Son - Dustin McMichael of Garden City, 
Kansas, One Daughter - Kristi McMichael, Two Brothers - Stuart &amp; 
Venus Irwin of Johnson, Kansas, Shaun Irwin of Garden City, Kansas, 
Three Sisters - Renie Irwin of Scott City, Kansas, Veronica &amp; Steve 
Courchesne of Fletcher, Oklahoma, Brenda &amp; John Streckfus of Garden 
City, Kansas, Six Grandchildren - Madison &amp; Julio&nbsp;(Ortiz) Santoyo of
 Springfield, Colorado, Abigail Ortiz of Garden City, Kansas, Alex Ortiz
 of Garden City, Kansas, Chloe Flores of Garden City, Kansas, Zach 
Strong of Garden City, Kansas, Kaitlyn Hardesty of Garden City, Kansas, 
Two Great Grandchildren - Mila Santoyo of Springfield, Colorado, and 
Rafael Santoyo of Springfield, Colorado.

She was preceded in death by Parents, and Husband.

Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2021,&nbsp; at the First Baptist Church in Holcomb, Kansas, with the Rev. Jon 
Sanders presiding.

Memorials may be written to the Tina M. McMichael Memorial Fund in 
care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St., Garden City, 
Kansas, 67846.

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 </figure>Tina M. McMichael, age 61, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021, 
at her home in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on May 31, 1960, in 
Hoxie, Kansas, the daughter of Tom Ellis and Ruth Marie William Irwin.&nbsp; A
 resident of Garden City, Kansas since 1964 moving from Hoxie, Kansas, 
she was a caretaker for adults &amp; children with disabilities.She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holcomb, Kansas.On May 26, 1979, she married Terry McMichael in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp;
 He passed away on November 8, 2000, in Garden City, Kansas.Survivors include her One Son - Dustin McMichael of Garden City, 
Kansas, One Daughter - Kristi McMichael, Two Brothers - Stuart &amp; 
Venus Irwin of Johnson, Kansas, Shaun Irwin of Garden City, Kansas, 
Three Sisters - Renie Irwin of Scott City, Kansas, Veronica &amp; Steve 
Courchesne of Fletcher, Oklahoma, Brenda &amp; John Streckfus of Garden 
City, Kansas, Six Grandchildren - Madison &amp; Julio&nbsp;(Ortiz) Santoyo of
 Springfield, Colorado, Abigail Ortiz of Garden City, Kansas, Alex Ortiz
 of Garden City, Kansas, Chloe Flores of Garden City, Kansas, Zach 
Strong of Garden City, Kansas, Kaitlyn Hardesty of Garden City, Kansas, 
Two Great Grandchildren - Mila Santoyo of Springfield, Colorado, and 
Rafael Santoyo of Springfield, Colorado.She was preceded in death by Parents, and Husband.Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2021,&nbsp; at the First Baptist Church in Holcomb, Kansas, with the Rev. Jon 
Sanders presiding.There will be no calling times.Memorials may be written to the Tina M. McMichael Memorial Fund in 
care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St., Garden City, 
Kansas, 67846.

Tina M. McMichael

September 23, 1921
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 October 28, 2021

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

September 23, 1921
 -
 October 28, 2021An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Margaret-Peggy-Ruby-Allen?obId=22837063#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

James Philip “Jim” Steitz, 80, passed away October 28, 2021, at his 
home in Great Bend. He was born on October 28, 1941, in Ness County to 
Richard and Emilie (Mateyec) Steitz. He married Ruth Van Winkle August 
21, 1964, at Byers.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Jim was the owner of J&amp;S Cash 
Register Sales and Service. He also farmed and sold Aloe Vera in his 
spare time. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, serving on the 
Building and Grounds Committee, as well as the Stewardship Board. He was
 a proud supporter of 4-H, loved attending his coffee group, and 
especially cherished time spent with his family and friends. He was a 
veteran of the United States Navy serving from 1963-1967, having made 
two West Pac cruises aboard the U.S.S. Gurke.

Survivors include, his wife, Ruth Steitz of the home; daughters. Kim 
Kummer (Steve) of Great Bend; Vicki Tucker (Brad) of Pleasant Dale, Neb.
 and their children, Bailee Tucker, Miranda Tucker and Cason Tucker, and
 Brenda French (John) of Council Grove and their children, Brendan 
Steitz, Emilie French, Hawk French, Natalie French, Blaise French and 
Grace French; sisters in law, Lynda Steitz and Gail Drotts; brother in 
law, Ken Van Winkle (Paula); and nieces and nephews, Jaime, Nicole, 
Jorja, Mikel, Kandee, Kathy, Kerrie, Kristy, and Todd; and family at 
heart, Martha Wondra, Tiffany (Tim), Tamara (Mark), Jessi, Abi (Chris) 
and Olivia. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, 
Bill Steitz and Dan Steitz.

According to Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Visitation 
will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Bryant
 Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. 
Memorial Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, November 1, 2021, 
at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, with Reverend Merle Brockhoff 
presiding. Inurnment will be at 3:00 p.m. in the Ness City Cemetery, 
with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. 


Memorials have been designated to Barton County Food Bank or Barton 
County Emergency Aid, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>James Philip “Jim” Steitz, 80, passed away October 28, 2021, at his 
home in Great Bend. He was born on October 28, 1941, in Ness County to 
Richard and Emilie (Mateyec) Steitz. He married Ruth Van Winkle August 
21, 1964, at Byers.A longtime Great Bend resident, Jim was the owner of J&amp;S Cash 
Register Sales and Service. He also farmed and sold Aloe Vera in his 
spare time. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, serving on the 
Building and Grounds Committee, as well as the Stewardship Board. He was
 a proud supporter of 4-H, loved attending his coffee group, and 
especially cherished time spent with his family and friends. He was a 
veteran of the United States Navy serving from 1963-1967, having made 
two West Pac cruises aboard the U.S.S. Gurke.Survivors include, his wife, Ruth Steitz of the home; daughters. Kim 
Kummer (Steve) of Great Bend; Vicki Tucker (Brad) of Pleasant Dale, Neb.
 and their children, Bailee Tucker, Miranda Tucker and Cason Tucker, and
 Brenda French (John) of Council Grove and their children, Brendan 
Steitz, Emilie French, Hawk French, Natalie French, Blaise French and 
Grace French; sisters in law, Lynda Steitz and Gail Drotts; brother in 
law, Ken Van Winkle (Paula); and nieces and nephews, Jaime, Nicole, 
Jorja, Mikel, Kandee, Kathy, Kerrie, Kristy, and Todd; and family at 
heart, Martha Wondra, Tiffany (Tim), Tamara (Mark), Jessi, Abi (Chris) 
and Olivia. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, 
Bill Steitz and Dan Steitz.According to Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Visitation 
will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Bryant
 Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. 
Memorial Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, November 1, 2021, 
at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, with Reverend Merle Brockhoff 
presiding. Inurnment will be at 3:00 p.m. in the Ness City Cemetery, 
with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. 
Memorials have been designated to Barton County Food Bank or Barton 
County Emergency Aid, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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