Dale William McConchie, 85 of Plainville, was called to be with his Lord
 and Savior on Thursday, March 12, 2020, where he was surrounded by 
family at the Wagoner Care Center in Wagoner, Oklahoma.
 Dale was born May 1, 1934, on the Saline River in Ellis County to 
Bill and Stella (Carmichael) McConchie. He was a graduate of Plainville 
High School, and a lifelong resident of the area. Dale was raised by the
 best parents anyone could ask for. His father was a tool dresser in the
 oil fields, in addition to farming and ranching. His mother taught 
school at the Blue Hill one-room schoolhouse; and helped run the family 
farm. As a child, Dale survived renal failure and a long bout illness 
that followed, which required long periods of isolation from sound and 
light. Dale recovered from his illness and isolation, and once his 
health was restored, he eagerly grew into an extrovert and all-around 
“ornery little cuss.” He inherited his father’s love of good jokes and 
pranks, finding himself in trouble from a young age for stunts like 
hissing through the house vents, where his mother was convinced she was 
hearing a snake.
 Dale began his scholastic years in his mother’s classroom. He was 
active in FFA and 4-H, and he grew up to carry on the family tradition 
of farming and ranching. Dale loved to make people laugh, and he would 
spend hours on the tractor thinking up funny stories and pranks to play 
on others. He was convinced he could have been a writer for Johnny 
Carson, if only he’d have written any of it down. Dale was an avid 
hunter, and some of his favorite memories were hunting trips with his 
cousins, his brother-in-law Joe, and his many friends in Rooks and Ellis
 Counties. He hosted many a pheasant hunter from Oklahoma and always 
enjoyed their company. Dale was an encyclopedia of guns and ammunition. 
He had an incredible collection of firearms and was thrilled to share 
this passion with his family and friends, always fabricating something 
he could use for target shooting, and was always quick to remind his 
fellow shooters to treat every gun as a loaded gun.
 Dale was proud to be a Mason with Paradise Lodge #290. He was also a
 proud member of the First Christian Church in Plainville, where he 
married Mary Ann Longnecker in 1965. The union produced four daughters, 
which were the light of his life. Unfortunately, the marriage did not 
have a happy ending, but the tumultuous divorce did provide Dale with an
 abundance of comedic material for years.
 Dale lived a full life and enjoyed simple pleasures. He was always 
the first to help a friend (or stranger) in need. He was quick with a 
humorous and witty response, he considered everyone “his buddy” and he 
could tell stories with the best of them. Target shooting with his 
daughters and friends, collecting guns and ammunition, enjoying a 
delicious meal at B&amp;B, and attending local estate auctions kept Dale
 busy in his retirement years. When Dale had his own equipment auction 
last year, his favorite auctioneer Don Hamit took one look in his shop 
and said, “Dale, I recognize a lot of these items!” The sale was well 
attended, and Dale genuinely enjoyed seeing so many friends, family and 
neighbors, as his equipment and implements found new life with new 
owners.
 Dale enjoyed his last two years living at Brookdale in Hays, where 
he and his dog received exceptional care and attention. Jack Burton, a 
lifelong neighbor, friend, and Brother from the Paradise Lodge, was 
truly a godsend for Dale the last few years. Dale was moved to hospice 
care in Wagoner, Oklahoma earlier this year, where he also received 
excellent care.
 Dale is survived by daughter Amy McConchie of Phoenix, AZ, daughter 
Jennifer Magness and son-in-law Steve Nicholas of Wagoner, OK, daughter 
Erin Holland and son-in-law Tim Holland of Reno, NV, daughter Briar 
McConchie of Kerrville, TX, his three talented grandsons; Trevor (and 
Elise Collingsworth) Magness, Bryce Magness and Jacoby Magness, his 
beloved dog Tater Tot, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
 Dale was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Delma Shoulders, and his best friend Patty Kramer.
 A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 1 PM at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville. 
 In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be 
made to another provider of excellent care to both Dale and his mother 
Stella; the Meals on Wheels Program with the Plainville Senior Citizen 
Center, 108 S Jefferson St, Plainville, KS 67663. Cards may be sent to 
the family in care of Erin Holland, 16800 Bain Spring Rd, Reno, NV 
89521.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Dale William McConchie, 85 of Plainville, was called to be with his Lord
 and Savior on Thursday, March 12, 2020, where he was surrounded by 
family at the Wagoner Care Center in Wagoner, Oklahoma.
 Dale was born May 1, 1934, on the Saline River in Ellis County to 
Bill and Stella (Carmichael) McConchie. He was a graduate of Plainville 
High School, and a lifelong resident of the area. Dale was raised by the
 best parents anyone could ask for. His father was a tool dresser in the
 oil fields, in addition to farming and ranching. His mother taught 
school at the Blue Hill one-room schoolhouse; and helped run the family 
farm. As a child, Dale survived renal failure and a long bout illness 
that followed, which required long periods of isolation from sound and 
light. Dale recovered from his illness and isolation, and once his 
health was restored, he eagerly grew into an extrovert and all-around 
“ornery little cuss.” He inherited his father’s love of good jokes and 
pranks, finding himself in trouble from a young age for stunts like 
hissing through the house vents, where his mother was convinced she was 
hearing a snake.
 Dale began his scholastic years in his mother’s classroom. He was 
active in FFA and 4-H, and he grew up to carry on the family tradition 
of farming and ranching. Dale loved to make people laugh, and he would 
spend hours on the tractor thinking up funny stories and pranks to play 
on others. He was convinced he could have been a writer for Johnny 
Carson, if only he’d have written any of it down. Dale was an avid 
hunter, and some of his favorite memories were hunting trips with his 
cousins, his brother-in-law Joe, and his many friends in Rooks and Ellis
 Counties. He hosted many a pheasant hunter from Oklahoma and always 
enjoyed their company. Dale was an encyclopedia of guns and ammunition. 
He had an incredible collection of firearms and was thrilled to share 
this passion with his family and friends, always fabricating something 
he could use for target shooting, and was always quick to remind his 
fellow shooters to treat every gun as a loaded gun.
 Dale was proud to be a Mason with Paradise Lodge #290. He was also a
 proud member of the First Christian Church in Plainville, where he 
married Mary Ann Longnecker in 1965. The union produced four daughters, 
which were the light of his life. Unfortunately, the marriage did not 
have a happy ending, but the tumultuous divorce did provide Dale with an
 abundance of comedic material for years.
 Dale lived a full life and enjoyed simple pleasures. He was always 
the first to help a friend (or stranger) in need. He was quick with a 
humorous and witty response, he considered everyone “his buddy” and he 
could tell stories with the best of them. Target shooting with his 
daughters and friends, collecting guns and ammunition, enjoying a 
delicious meal at B&amp;B, and attending local estate auctions kept Dale
 busy in his retirement years. When Dale had his own equipment auction 
last year, his favorite auctioneer Don Hamit took one look in his shop 
and said, “Dale, I recognize a lot of these items!” The sale was well 
attended, and Dale genuinely enjoyed seeing so many friends, family and 
neighbors, as his equipment and implements found new life with new 
owners.
 Dale enjoyed his last two years living at Brookdale in Hays, where 
he and his dog received exceptional care and attention. Jack Burton, a 
lifelong neighbor, friend, and Brother from the Paradise Lodge, was 
truly a godsend for Dale the last few years. Dale was moved to hospice 
care in Wagoner, Oklahoma earlier this year, where he also received 
excellent care.
 Dale is survived by daughter Amy McConchie of Phoenix, AZ, daughter 
Jennifer Magness and son-in-law Steve Nicholas of Wagoner, OK, daughter 
Erin Holland and son-in-law Tim Holland of Reno, NV, daughter Briar 
McConchie of Kerrville, TX, his three talented grandsons; Trevor (and 
Elise Collingsworth) Magness, Bryce Magness and Jacoby Magness, his 
beloved dog Tater Tot, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
 Dale was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Delma Shoulders, and his best friend Patty Kramer.
 A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 1 PM at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Plainville. 
 In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be 
made to another provider of excellent care to both Dale and his mother 
Stella; the Meals on Wheels Program with the Plainville Senior Citizen 
Center, 108 S Jefferson St, Plainville, KS 67663. Cards may be sent to 
the family in care of Erin Holland, 16800 Bain Spring Rd, Reno, NV 
89521.

Dale William McConchie

Judith A. Peavey passed away on October 21, 2021, at the Hays Medical 
Center in Hays, Kansas, at the age of 79. She was born on May 13, 1942, 
to Delmer and Virginia (Thompson) Carmichael in Hays. She was united in 
marriage to her High School sweetheart, Ronald J. Peavey on August 21, 
1960, at the United Methodist Church in Plainville, Kansas. The couple 
was blessed with three children: Mike, Kelly, and Shelly.
 Judith grew up near the Saline River and attended Turkville School 
up until her 8th grade year when she moved to Plainville and graduated 
with the class of 1960. She attended Fort Hays State for one year before
 returning home and began raising her family and being a big part of the
 ranch operation with her husband. She was a “good work mate” as Ron 
would say, making sure the bills were paid, accounting work was done, 
and the cattle were worked all while raising her three children and 
taking care of the home. She was a hard worker but enjoyed other things 
like knitting and sewing, reading, going on golf trips with her friends 
and attending dances with Ron. Judith also loved shopping, especially 
for new shoes, and visiting with friends and family. Judy was a member 
of the First Christian Church of Plainville and will be remembered as a 
strong, hardworking woman of faith and love for her family.
 She is survived by her husband, Ronald Peavey of the home in 
Plainville; children, Mike (Patti) Peavey of Plainville, KS, Kelly 
(Darrel) Sell of Westminster, MD, and Shelly Westhusin of Hays, KS; 
brother, Wayne (Lynn) Carmichael of Plainville, KS; seven grandchildren,
 Christopher (Nicole) Peavey, Scott (Erin) Peavey, Anna (Blake) 
Schonthaler, Jonathan Westhusin, Stephen (Maura) Sell, Connor (Debbie) 
Sell, and Carolyn (Xavier) Guzman; and thirteen great-grandchildren.
 Judith is preceded in death by her parents, Delmer and Virginia Carmichael; and grandson, Tyler Sell.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 1 PM 
at the First Christian Church in Plainville. Visitation will be held on 
Monday, at the funeral home from 3 PM until 8 PM with Family Receiving 
Friends from 6 PM until 7 PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church or the Rooks 
County Health 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>Judith A. Peavey passed away on October 21, 2021, at the Hays Medical 
Center in Hays, Kansas, at the age of 79. She was born on May 13, 1942, 
to Delmer and Virginia (Thompson) Carmichael in Hays. She was united in 
marriage to her High School sweetheart, Ronald J. Peavey on August 21, 
1960, at the United Methodist Church in Plainville, Kansas. The couple 
was blessed with three children: Mike, Kelly, and Shelly.
 Judith grew up near the Saline River and attended Turkville School 
up until her 8th grade year when she moved to Plainville and graduated 
with the class of 1960. She attended Fort Hays State for one year before
 returning home and began raising her family and being a big part of the
 ranch operation with her husband. She was a “good work mate” as Ron 
would say, making sure the bills were paid, accounting work was done, 
and the cattle were worked all while raising her three children and 
taking care of the home. She was a hard worker but enjoyed other things 
like knitting and sewing, reading, going on golf trips with her friends 
and attending dances with Ron. Judith also loved shopping, especially 
for new shoes, and visiting with friends and family. Judy was a member 
of the First Christian Church of Plainville and will be remembered as a 
strong, hardworking woman of faith and love for her family.
 She is survived by her husband, Ronald Peavey of the home in 
Plainville; children, Mike (Patti) Peavey of Plainville, KS, Kelly 
(Darrel) Sell of Westminster, MD, and Shelly Westhusin of Hays, KS; 
brother, Wayne (Lynn) Carmichael of Plainville, KS; seven grandchildren,
 Christopher (Nicole) Peavey, Scott (Erin) Peavey, Anna (Blake) 
Schonthaler, Jonathan Westhusin, Stephen (Maura) Sell, Connor (Debbie) 
Sell, and Carolyn (Xavier) Guzman; and thirteen great-grandchildren.
 Judith is preceded in death by her parents, Delmer and Virginia Carmichael; and grandson, Tyler Sell.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 1 PM 
at the First Christian Church in Plainville. Visitation will be held on 
Monday, at the funeral home from 3 PM until 8 PM with Family Receiving 
Friends from 6 PM until 7 PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church or the Rooks 
County Health 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

Judith A. Peavey

Lewis Lee "Cracker" Martin, 79, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, October 16th. He was retired as an Underwriter with Farm Bureau Financial Services in Manhattan.

Lewis was born in Hill City, Kansas, on July 29, 1942, a son of the late Elsie (Schoolcraft) and William H. Martin.  He graduated for Hill City High School, Hill City, and Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science.  Lewis also served and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army.

Lewis is  survived by his son, Mike L Martin, of Leawood, KS; three grandchildren, Tag, Merit and Gray Martin; a sister, Bobbie Cameron, of Hill City, KS; three brothers, Willie (Neeann) Martin, of Overland Park, KS;  Tommie Martin, of Excelsior Springs, MO;  Randy Martin, of Indonesia. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenny Martin.

Memorial service arrangements will be announced by the Stinemetz Funeral Home in Hill City, KS.  Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home is assisting the family with local arrangements.  To leave a condolence for the family, visit www.irvinparkview.com

Lewis Lee "Cracker" Martin, 79, of Manhattan, passed away Saturday, October 16th. He was retired as an Underwriter with Farm Bureau Financial Services in Manhattan.Lewis was born in Hill City, Kansas, on July 29, 1942, a son of the late Elsie (Schoolcraft) and William H. Martin. He graduated for Hill City High School, Hill City, and Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science. Lewis also served and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army.Lewis is survived by his son, Mike L Martin, of Leawood, KS; three grandchildren, Tag, Merit and Gray Martin; a sister, Bobbie Cameron, of Hill City, KS; three brothers, Willie (Neeann) Martin, of Overland Park, KS; Tommie Martin, of Excelsior Springs, MO; Randy Martin, of Indonesia. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenny Martin.Memorial service arrangements will be announced by the Stinemetz Funeral Home in Hill City, KS. Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home is assisting the family with local arrangements. To leave a condolence for the family, visit www.irvinparkview.com

Lewis Lee 'Cracker' Martin

Delores J. Hughes, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 
2021, at the Valley Manor Center in Excelsior Springs, Missouri.&nbsp; She 
was born on September 5, 1939, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of 
Lee L. And Gertrude V. Cauthon Brown.&nbsp; Delores graduated from Scott 
Community High School in&nbsp;1957 and Moved to Kansas City, Missouri until 
1975, moving to Excelsior Springs, Missouri.&nbsp; She was a Dental 
Hygienist.

She was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas.

On December 29, 1960, she married Paul R. Hughes in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on June 5, 2004, in Liberty, Missouri.

Survivors include her One Brother - Larry &amp; Susan Brown of Scott 
City, Kansas, and Two Nieces - Cherie &amp; Tony Kardelis of Lakewood, 
Colorado and Kori &amp; Sage Davis of Scott City, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her Parents and Husband.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 30, 
2021, at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas with Pastor 
Steve Payne presiding.

Memorials can be made to the Scott Community Foundation in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 
29, 2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott
 City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Delores J. Hughes, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 
2021, at the Valley Manor Center in Excelsior Springs, Missouri.&nbsp; She 
was born on September 5, 1939, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of 
Lee L. And Gertrude V. Cauthon Brown.&nbsp; Delores graduated from Scott 
Community High School in&nbsp;1957 and Moved to Kansas City, Missouri until 
1975, moving to Excelsior Springs, Missouri.&nbsp; She was a Dental 
Hygienist.She was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas.On December 29, 1960, she married Paul R. Hughes in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on June 5, 2004, in Liberty, Missouri.Survivors include her One Brother - Larry &amp; Susan Brown of Scott 
City, Kansas, and Two Nieces - Cherie &amp; Tony Kardelis of Lakewood, 
Colorado and Kori &amp; Sage Davis of Scott City, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her Parents and Husband.Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 30, 
2021, at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas with Pastor 
Steve Payne presiding.Memorials can be made to the Scott Community Foundation in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 
29, 2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott
 City, Kansas.

Delores J. Hughes

Sandra Elaine Robinson, 72, passed away October 22, 2021, at Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt, Kansas.

She was born February 19, 1949, in Las Animas, Colorado; the daughter 
of Ellsworth J. and Vivian L. Buhrer (Davidson) Miller. A longtime area 
resident; she was a supervisor custodian at the Larned State Hospital.

She was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.&nbsp; &nbsp;She enjoyed 
playing on her computer watching the monkeys and sewing.&nbsp; She was 
especially proud of Lucas and his woodworking; Viktor and Jayde for 
becoming great parents to her great grandkids and always enjoyed 
spending time with Coltin.

On November 3, 1968, she married Keith W. Robinson in Commerce City, Colorado.&nbsp; He survives.

Other survivors include; three brothers, Larry Miller, Springfield, 
Colorado, Lyle Miller, Globe Arizona, Terry Miller, La Junta, Colorado; 
four sisters, Cheryl Adkins, La Junta, Colorado, Carol Helphingstein, La
 Junta, Colorado, Kathryn Johnson, Texas, Linda Smith, Las Animas, 
Colorado; three grandchildren, Viktor (Jayde Beck) Robinson, Coltin 
Robinson and Lucas Robinson and two great grandchildren, Bella and 
Ryelee Robinson.

She was preceded in death by; a son, Keith Robinson Jr.; a daughter, 
Sandie Elaine Robinson Kigar and a grandson, Keith Aaron McKinney.

Private family graveside service with Robert Sallee presiding will be
 in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; Public visitation will be 1:00
 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 24th at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association, in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences
 may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Sandra Elaine Robinson, 72, passed away October 22, 2021, at Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt, Kansas.She was born February 19, 1949, in Las Animas, Colorado; the daughter 
of Ellsworth J. and Vivian L. Buhrer (Davidson) Miller. A longtime area 
resident; she was a supervisor custodian at the Larned State Hospital.She was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary.&nbsp; &nbsp;She enjoyed 
playing on her computer watching the monkeys and sewing.&nbsp; She was 
especially proud of Lucas and his woodworking; Viktor and Jayde for 
becoming great parents to her great grandkids and always enjoyed 
spending time with Coltin.On November 3, 1968, she married Keith W. Robinson in Commerce City, Colorado.&nbsp; He survives.Other survivors include; three brothers, Larry Miller, Springfield, 
Colorado, Lyle Miller, Globe Arizona, Terry Miller, La Junta, Colorado; 
four sisters, Cheryl Adkins, La Junta, Colorado, Carol Helphingstein, La
 Junta, Colorado, Kathryn Johnson, Texas, Linda Smith, Las Animas, 
Colorado; three grandchildren, Viktor (Jayde Beck) Robinson, Coltin 
Robinson and Lucas Robinson and two great grandchildren, Bella and 
Ryelee Robinson.She was preceded in death by; a son, Keith Robinson Jr.; a daughter, 
Sandie Elaine Robinson Kigar and a grandson, Keith Aaron McKinney.Private family graveside service with Robert Sallee presiding will be
 in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; Public visitation will be 1:00
 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 24th at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association, in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal condolences
 may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Sandra Elaine Robinson

The Rev. Roger Meitl passed away peacefully on Friday, October 22, 2021 
at the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, KS where he resided since 2014.
 He was born April 3, 1933 to John and Bertha (Ypma) Meitl in Leoville,
 KS and was baptized by the late Father Martin J. Schmitt.
 Roger’s grade and high school education was received in the Leoville
 parochial schools in which the Sisters of the Congregation of St. 
Joseph of Concordia taught. He was encouraged to study for the 
priesthood in the Diocese of Salina by the Rt. Rev. Monsignor John Wolf 
and he began studies at Conception Seminary, Conception, MO, in 
September, 1951. There he followed the regimen of priesthood studies 
under the guidance of the Benedictine Fathers of Conception Abbey.
 The last three years of his priestly training were spent at Kenrick 
Seminary, St. Louis, MO, where he was taught by the Vincentian Fathers. 
 As a student of Kenrick Seminary, Roger continued his interest in choir
 and glee club work. He was secretary of the Kenrick Mission Society 
and took part in activities of the Rural Life Society.
 The Rev. Roger Meitl was ordained into the priesthood at the 
Immaculate Conception Church in Leoville, KS on Saturday, March 14, 
1959. His First Solemn Mass was at the Immaculate Conception Church, 
Leoville, KS on Saturday morning, March 21, 1959.
 After Roger’s ordination, he served in the following capacities:
 • 1959-61, assistant at St. Mary, Queen of the Universe, Salina, KS and taught at Sacred heart High School
 • 1961-62, assistant at Sacred Heart, Plainville, KS
 • 1962-63, administrator at St. Wenceslaus, Wilson, KS
 • 1963-67, administrator at Sacred Heart, Esbon, KS and St. Mary’s, Smith Center, KS
 • 1967-73, administrator at St. Mary the Assumption, Clifton, KS and
 St. Bernard’s, Clara, as well as administrator of the mission, St. 
Michael parish, Kimeo, KS
 • 1973-82, pastor at Sacred Heart, Colby, KS
 • 1982-84, pastor at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Hays, KS and pastor 
of the mission church, Our Lady, Help of Christians, Antonino, KS
 • 1984-87, pastor at St. Mary’s, Russell, KS
 • 1987-93, assistant at St. John the Baptist, Beloit, KS; pastor at 
the mission parish St. Mary Church, Jamestown, KS (until it closed in 
1989), and chaplain at Nazareth Motherhouse in Concordia, KS; St. 
Joseph’s Hospital and Mount Joseph Senior Village in Concordia, KS
 • 1993-2005, pastor at St. Joseph’s, Oakley, KS; Immaculate Conception, Grinnell, KS and St. Paul’s, Angelus, KS
 • 2000-2002, canonical pastor at St. Frances Cabrini, Hoxie, KS and 
St. Martin of Tours, Seguin, KS (oversight of international priests)
 • 2002-2003, canonical pastor at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Goodland, KS (substituting for pastor on sabbatical)
 • 2003-2006, canonical pastor at Sacred Heart, Oberlin, KS; Sacred 
Heart, Selden, KS; and Immaculate Conception, Leoville, KS (oversight 
for international priests)
 • 2005-2012, pastor at St. Francis of Assisi, St. Francis, KS and St. Joseph’s, Bird City, KS
 Roger celebrated his 50th year Jubilee in 2009. After 53 years of 
service, he retired to the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, KS.
 Roger enjoyed traveling and was fortunate to travel internationally 
several times. He enjoyed researching the genealogy of the Ypma’s and 
Meitl’s.
 Roger was pre-deceased by his parents, his sisters, Genevieve 
(Meitl) Campbell, Sister John Bosco (Jackie (Meitl) Kenney), brothers 
Sylvester, Gerald, Elmer, Ernest and Walter. He is survived by one 
brother Harold and many nieces and nephews.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Father-Roger-K--Meitl?obId=22735326#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>The Rev. Roger Meitl passed away peacefully on Friday, October 22, 2021 
at the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, KS where he resided since 2014.
 He was born April 3, 1933 to John and Bertha (Ypma) Meitl in Leoville,
 KS and was baptized by the late Father Martin J. Schmitt.
 Roger’s grade and high school education was received in the Leoville
 parochial schools in which the Sisters of the Congregation of St. 
Joseph of Concordia taught. He was encouraged to study for the 
priesthood in the Diocese of Salina by the Rt. Rev. Monsignor John Wolf 
and he began studies at Conception Seminary, Conception, MO, in 
September, 1951. There he followed the regimen of priesthood studies 
under the guidance of the Benedictine Fathers of Conception Abbey.
 The last three years of his priestly training were spent at Kenrick 
Seminary, St. Louis, MO, where he was taught by the Vincentian Fathers. 
 As a student of Kenrick Seminary, Roger continued his interest in choir
 and glee club work. He was secretary of the Kenrick Mission Society 
and took part in activities of the Rural Life Society.
 The Rev. Roger Meitl was ordained into the priesthood at the 
Immaculate Conception Church in Leoville, KS on Saturday, March 14, 
1959. His First Solemn Mass was at the Immaculate Conception Church, 
Leoville, KS on Saturday morning, March 21, 1959.
 After Roger’s ordination, he served in the following capacities:
 • 1959-61, assistant at St. Mary, Queen of the Universe, Salina, KS and taught at Sacred heart High School
 • 1961-62, assistant at Sacred Heart, Plainville, KS
 • 1962-63, administrator at St. Wenceslaus, Wilson, KS
 • 1963-67, administrator at Sacred Heart, Esbon, KS and St. Mary’s, Smith Center, KS
 • 1967-73, administrator at St. Mary the Assumption, Clifton, KS and
 St. Bernard’s, Clara, as well as administrator of the mission, St. 
Michael parish, Kimeo, KS
 • 1973-82, pastor at Sacred Heart, Colby, KS
 • 1982-84, pastor at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Hays, KS and pastor 
of the mission church, Our Lady, Help of Christians, Antonino, KS
 • 1984-87, pastor at St. Mary’s, Russell, KS
 • 1987-93, assistant at St. John the Baptist, Beloit, KS; pastor at 
the mission parish St. Mary Church, Jamestown, KS (until it closed in 
1989), and chaplain at Nazareth Motherhouse in Concordia, KS; St. 
Joseph’s Hospital and Mount Joseph Senior Village in Concordia, KS
 • 1993-2005, pastor at St. Joseph’s, Oakley, KS; Immaculate Conception, Grinnell, KS and St. Paul’s, Angelus, KS
 • 2000-2002, canonical pastor at St. Frances Cabrini, Hoxie, KS and 
St. Martin of Tours, Seguin, KS (oversight of international priests)
 • 2002-2003, canonical pastor at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Goodland, KS (substituting for pastor on sabbatical)
 • 2003-2006, canonical pastor at Sacred Heart, Oberlin, KS; Sacred 
Heart, Selden, KS; and Immaculate Conception, Leoville, KS (oversight 
for international priests)
 • 2005-2012, pastor at St. Francis of Assisi, St. Francis, KS and St. Joseph’s, Bird City, KS
 Roger celebrated his 50th year Jubilee in 2009. After 53 years of 
service, he retired to the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, KS.
 Roger enjoyed traveling and was fortunate to travel internationally 
several times. He enjoyed researching the genealogy of the Ypma’s and 
Meitl’s.
 Roger was pre-deceased by his parents, his sisters, Genevieve 
(Meitl) Campbell, Sister John Bosco (Jackie (Meitl) Kenney), brothers 
Sylvester, Gerald, Elmer, Ernest and Walter. He is survived by one 
brother Harold and many nieces and nephews.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Father-Roger-K--Meitl?obId=22735326#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

The Rev. Roger Meitl

Nina Geraldine “Jerry” Westfall, 91, died Thursday, October 21, 2021, at
 Western Prairie Senior Living in Ulysses, Kansas. She was born 
February 01, 1930, in Goodland, Kansas, the youngest of twelve children,
 to Henry and Edna (Gardner) Johnson. 
Jerry grew up on a farm near Goodland and graduated from Goodland High 
School. She married Joseph Wayne Westfall on September 26, 1954, in 
Raton, New Mexico. Jerry enjoyed many years of being a housewife and 
devoted mother to her two sons. She supported them in all their 
endeavors and attended all their activities. Jerry spent many hours at 
the baseball field keeping score for her son’s games. Jerry and Wayne 
enjoyed traveling with a bowling league, a hobby she began after his 
retirement. She was also an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Royals, 
Kansas City Chiefs, and the KU basketball team and never missed a game 
on TV. 
Jerry is survived by her two sons, Louis Westfall of Olathe, and Lowell 
Westfall and wife Paige of Abilene, Kansas; three grandchildren, Brodie 
Wayne Westfall, Jerod Brett Westfall, and Brooke Ashley Cornell; and two
 great-grandchildren, Ayden and Gavin Cornell. 
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wayne in 2018; and six
 brothers, Bob, Harold, Morris, Sherman, Wayne and Jack; and five 
sisters, Vonna, Max, Fern, Hazel and Vera. 
A private family funeral service will be held with interment at the 
Ulysses Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Grant 
County Recreation for the Little League Baseball program in care of 
Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences 
may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Nina Geraldine “Jerry” Westfall, 91, died Thursday, October 21, 2021, at
 Western Prairie Senior Living in Ulysses, Kansas. She was born 
February 01, 1930, in Goodland, Kansas, the youngest of twelve children,
 to Henry and Edna (Gardner) Johnson. 
Jerry grew up on a farm near Goodland and graduated from Goodland High 
School. She married Joseph Wayne Westfall on September 26, 1954, in 
Raton, New Mexico. Jerry enjoyed many years of being a housewife and 
devoted mother to her two sons. She supported them in all their 
endeavors and attended all their activities. Jerry spent many hours at 
the baseball field keeping score for her son’s games. Jerry and Wayne 
enjoyed traveling with a bowling league, a hobby she began after his 
retirement. She was also an avid sports fan of the Kansas City Royals, 
Kansas City Chiefs, and the KU basketball team and never missed a game 
on TV. 
Jerry is survived by her two sons, Louis Westfall of Olathe, and Lowell 
Westfall and wife Paige of Abilene, Kansas; three grandchildren, Brodie 
Wayne Westfall, Jerod Brett Westfall, and Brooke Ashley Cornell; and two
 great-grandchildren, Ayden and Gavin Cornell. 
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wayne in 2018; and six
 brothers, Bob, Harold, Morris, Sherman, Wayne and Jack; and five 
sisters, Vonna, Max, Fern, Hazel and Vera. 
A private family funeral service will be held with interment at the 
Ulysses Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Grant 
County Recreation for the Little League Baseball program in care of 
Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880. Condolences 
may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Nina Geraldine 'Jerry' Westfall

Charlotte Marie Desair, 71, died October 21, 2021, in Wichita, Kansas. She was born April 28, 1950, to Victor and Ruth (Brown) Rohr in Hays, Kansas. 

She is survived by her husband, Eugene Desair of Damar; daughters: Roberta Normandin (Neil), Salina, Rebecca (Ryan) Wells, Damar, Rhonda (Galen) Ludlow, Ness City.

A complete obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Charlotte-Marie-Desair?obId=22732390#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Charlotte Marie Desair, 71, died October 21, 2021, in Wichita, Kansas. She was born April 28, 1950, to Victor and Ruth (Brown) Rohr in Hays, Kansas. She is survived by her husband, Eugene Desair of Damar; daughters: Roberta Normandin (Neil), Salina, Rebecca (Ryan) Wells, Damar, Rhonda (Galen) Ludlow, Ness City.A complete obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Charlotte-Marie-Desair?obId=22732390#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Charlotte Marie Desair

Frank Leo Schwarzenberger, age 92, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away Friday, October 22, 2021, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter.

 Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frank Leo Schwarzenberger, age 92, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away Friday, October 22, 2021, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frank Leo Schwarzenberger

Cheryl Rachel Mendenhall, 56, passed away on October 11, 2021, at 
Azria Health after being a special part of Rosewood Services since 
2005.&nbsp; She was born on September 11, 1968, at Wichita, Kan. and blessed 
in joining her parents, James N. &amp; Elvera (Serbin) Riemann.

A long-time resident of Barton County, Cheryl was a very cheerful, 
fun loving, person who enjoyed socializing with her peers.&nbsp; From her 
time working at Pizza Hut, which she was very proud of, clear thru her 
time at Rosewood Services NextDoor, after her failing health, she was 
very upbeat and social.&nbsp; She was well known for her joking, ornery 
personality and big smile.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enriched others’ lives in the good 
times and in the bad; she loved to be around others in the community or 
at her home.&nbsp; Cheryl enjoyed going out and about, whether that was to 
play Bingo, go shopping, going out to eat, or getting her hair done. She
 developed many friendships through her years and enjoyed her time with 
company around her, watching movies, listening to music, or playing card
 games.&nbsp; She rode horses out at the Rosewood Ranch and was a participant
 in the annual Rodeo.&nbsp; She enjoyed being outdoors in the garden tending 
to the tomatoes, or at the Ranch in the orchard, harvesting the apples, 
grapes, and berries.&nbsp; She had a very bright, shining personality and 
will be greatly missed, by all those that were blessed in knowing her.

Survivors include her 3 children, son, Lonnie Mendenhall and 
grandchildren of Atchinson, KS; daughter, Geraldine (Matthew) Beals, and
 grandchildren, Rachael, Elliott, and Elaine of Clatskanie, OR; twin 
sister Carol (Henry) Rowe of Salina, KS; brother, James (Leah) Riemann, 
Jr., of Bismark, SD and sister Tammy. &nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in passing by 
her parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 25, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home in Great Bend, with Pastor Larry Schumacher
 presiding. &nbsp;A dinner for her family and friends will be held after in 
celebration of Cheryl’s life. A private family inurnment will be held at
 a later date.

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 </figure>Cheryl Rachel Mendenhall, 56, passed away on October 11, 2021, at 
Azria Health after being a special part of Rosewood Services since 
2005.&nbsp; She was born on September 11, 1968, at Wichita, Kan. and blessed 
in joining her parents, James N. &amp; Elvera (Serbin) Riemann.A long-time resident of Barton County, Cheryl was a very cheerful, 
fun loving, person who enjoyed socializing with her peers.&nbsp; From her 
time working at Pizza Hut, which she was very proud of, clear thru her 
time at Rosewood Services NextDoor, after her failing health, she was 
very upbeat and social.&nbsp; She was well known for her joking, ornery 
personality and big smile.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enriched others’ lives in the good 
times and in the bad; she loved to be around others in the community or 
at her home.&nbsp; Cheryl enjoyed going out and about, whether that was to 
play Bingo, go shopping, going out to eat, or getting her hair done. She
 developed many friendships through her years and enjoyed her time with 
company around her, watching movies, listening to music, or playing card
 games.&nbsp; She rode horses out at the Rosewood Ranch and was a participant
 in the annual Rodeo.&nbsp; She enjoyed being outdoors in the garden tending 
to the tomatoes, or at the Ranch in the orchard, harvesting the apples, 
grapes, and berries.&nbsp; She had a very bright, shining personality and 
will be greatly missed, by all those that were blessed in knowing her.Survivors include her 3 children, son, Lonnie Mendenhall and 
grandchildren of Atchinson, KS; daughter, Geraldine (Matthew) Beals, and
 grandchildren, Rachael, Elliott, and Elaine of Clatskanie, OR; twin 
sister Carol (Henry) Rowe of Salina, KS; brother, James (Leah) Riemann, 
Jr., of Bismark, SD and sister Tammy. &nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in passing by 
her parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 25, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home in Great Bend, with Pastor Larry Schumacher
 presiding. &nbsp;A dinner for her family and friends will be held after in 
celebration of Cheryl’s life. A private family inurnment will be held at
 a later date.

Cheryl Rachel Mendenhall

Carl R. Munoz, 77, died October 20, 2021, at Clara Barton Hospital, 
Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born February 21, 1944, in Great Bend, Kansas, the 
son of Frank and Katherine (Pyles) Munoz. Carl graduated from Great Bend
 High School and then received his degree in drafting from Pittsburg 
State University, Pittsburg, Kansas.

On September 10, 1966, he married Virginia Kay Courange in Hoisington, Kansas. She preceded him in death on August 26, 2018.

Carl worked in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning business
 and also as a tin bender for Hickey Sheet Metal.&nbsp; He was a member of 
the Church of the Nazarene of&nbsp; Hoisington. Carl enjoyed biking, bending 
metal, his dogs, and especially spending time with his granddaughter, 
Taylor and his great granchildren.

He is survived by; a son, Bryan Munoz of Russell; a daughter, Karla 
Bard and husband Paul of Clackamas, Oregon; four grandchildren, Taylor 
Munoz, Kaylie Boley, Emmilie McInnis, and Airiana Bard; and three great 
grandchildren, Blake McInnis, Kallum Allen, and Willow Munoz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a brother, Dennis Munoz.

Visitation will be 1 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, with family to receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. 
Burial will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the 
Church of the Nazarene in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 
146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Carl R. Munoz, 77, died October 20, 2021, at Clara Barton Hospital, 
Hoisington.&nbsp; He was born February 21, 1944, in Great Bend, Kansas, the 
son of Frank and Katherine (Pyles) Munoz. Carl graduated from Great Bend
 High School and then received his degree in drafting from Pittsburg 
State University, Pittsburg, Kansas.On September 10, 1966, he married Virginia Kay Courange in Hoisington, Kansas. She preceded him in death on August 26, 2018.Carl worked in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning business
 and also as a tin bender for Hickey Sheet Metal.&nbsp; He was a member of 
the Church of the Nazarene of&nbsp; Hoisington. Carl enjoyed biking, bending 
metal, his dogs, and especially spending time with his granddaughter, 
Taylor and his great granchildren.He is survived by; a son, Bryan Munoz of Russell; a daughter, Karla 
Bard and husband Paul of Clackamas, Oregon; four grandchildren, Taylor 
Munoz, Kaylie Boley, Emmilie McInnis, and Airiana Bard; and three great 
grandchildren, Blake McInnis, Kallum Allen, and Willow Munoz.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a brother, Dennis Munoz.Visitation will be 1 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, with family to receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. 
Burial will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the 
Church of the Nazarene in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 
146, Hoisington, KS 67544.“He was the last of the Mohicans.”

Carl R. Munoz

Douglas Fredrick Michaelis, 69, of Salina, KS passed
 away on October 19, 2021, with his loving family by his side.&nbsp; Doug was 
born November 9, 1951, in Russell, KS. to Oscar C. Michaelis and 
Elizabeth D. (Koppel) Michaelis.&nbsp; Doug married Nancy Neaderhiser on June
 16, 1974, at the Methodist church, Manchester, Ks.&nbsp; To this union was 
born two children, Derek and Erin. &nbsp;

Doug is a Veteran who served as a mechanic in the US Army stationed 
in Germany and Vietnam.&nbsp; After leaving the service he worked for a local
 concrete company and then became a superintendent for Nelson 
Construction.&nbsp; He then started his own company, Michaelis Construction, 
in 1978. He remodeled and built custom homes and developed land in 
Salina and surrounding areas. He loved playing with his real life “Tonka
 Toys,” digging basements, doing dirt work and installing septic 
systems. He also had a life long love for horses and started “Painted 
Acres” in the 1990’s. Doug and his wife, Nancy, traveled to horse sales,
 making friends wherever they went.

Doug was an extremely loving and devoted husband and father always 
making sure his family had fun and was busy making memories.&nbsp; He lit a 
room with his signature grin and contagious laughter. He loved boating, 
camping at the lake, and hot-rodding and reminiscing at car shows. 
Wether it was Doug’s personal or professional life, he improved 
everything he touched and made a lasting imprint, wether in a heart or a
 home. &nbsp;

Doug is survived by his wife, Nancy, and his two children, Derek and 
Erin Michaelis, brother Virgil (Judy) Michaelis, and multiple nieces and
 nephews. Doug is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Arnold 
Michaelis.

His Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 23rd, 10:30 am, 
at Central Baptist Church, 2026 Starlight Drive, Salina, Ks.&nbsp; In lieu of
 flowers, memorials may be given to the local charity, Salina Shares.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Douglas Fredrick Michaelis, 69, of Salina, KS passed
 away on October 19, 2021, with his loving family by his side.&nbsp; Doug was 
born November 9, 1951, in Russell, KS. to Oscar C. Michaelis and 
Elizabeth D. (Koppel) Michaelis.&nbsp; Doug married Nancy Neaderhiser on June
 16, 1974, at the Methodist church, Manchester, Ks.&nbsp; To this union was 
born two children, Derek and Erin. &nbsp;Doug is a Veteran who served as a mechanic in the US Army stationed 
in Germany and Vietnam.&nbsp; After leaving the service he worked for a local
 concrete company and then became a superintendent for Nelson 
Construction.&nbsp; He then started his own company, Michaelis Construction, 
in 1978. He remodeled and built custom homes and developed land in 
Salina and surrounding areas. He loved playing with his real life “Tonka
 Toys,” digging basements, doing dirt work and installing septic 
systems. He also had a life long love for horses and started “Painted 
Acres” in the 1990’s. Doug and his wife, Nancy, traveled to horse sales,
 making friends wherever they went.Doug was an extremely loving and devoted husband and father always 
making sure his family had fun and was busy making memories.&nbsp; He lit a 
room with his signature grin and contagious laughter. He loved boating, 
camping at the lake, and hot-rodding and reminiscing at car shows. 
Wether it was Doug’s personal or professional life, he improved 
everything he touched and made a lasting imprint, wether in a heart or a
 home. &nbsp;Doug is survived by his wife, Nancy, and his two children, Derek and 
Erin Michaelis, brother Virgil (Judy) Michaelis, and multiple nieces and
 nephews. Doug is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Arnold 
Michaelis.His Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 23rd, 10:30 am, 
at Central Baptist Church, 2026 Starlight Drive, Salina, Ks.&nbsp; In lieu of
 flowers, memorials may be given to the local charity, Salina Shares.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Douglas Fredrick Michaelis

John Alan Reiling, 55, passed away on October 18, 2021, at his home 
in Great Bend. He was born on July 27, 1966, to Harold and Elsie (Weeks)
 Reiling. John married Nancy Slattery on April 13, 1995, in Dodge City. 
She survives.

John was a resident of Great Bend, moving from Dodge City in 2006. 
Previously an engineer for the Dodge City Fire Department, he worked as 
Warehouse Manager at Clarke Well and Equipment in Great Bend prior to 
his retirement. He enjoyed rock ’n roll music, loved his pets, playing 
chess, the Denver Broncos, and teaching his children how to drive, 
change a tire, balance a checkbook, and many other things needed to be a
 successful adult. John was constantly creating new dishes for his 
family and his talents never ceased.

Survivors include wife, Nancy Slattery, of the home; one son, Blake 
(Tracy) Reiling of Kinsley; daughters, Branagan Reiling of Kinsley, 
Megan Hinderliter of Dodge City, and Tandy (Jason) Boese of Great Bend; 
and eight grandchildren, Tiara Bollig, Alexis Hinderliter, Rylan 
Michael, Declan Zink, Ashtyn Reiling, Kasey Boese, Ronnie Boese, and 
Chelsea Boese. He is preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A 
celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials have been 
designated to the Dodge City Fire Department or Golden Belt Humane 
Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>John Alan Reiling, 55, passed away on October 18, 2021, at his home 
in Great Bend. He was born on July 27, 1966, to Harold and Elsie (Weeks)
 Reiling. John married Nancy Slattery on April 13, 1995, in Dodge City. 
She survives.John was a resident of Great Bend, moving from Dodge City in 2006. 
Previously an engineer for the Dodge City Fire Department, he worked as 
Warehouse Manager at Clarke Well and Equipment in Great Bend prior to 
his retirement. He enjoyed rock ’n roll music, loved his pets, playing 
chess, the Denver Broncos, and teaching his children how to drive, 
change a tire, balance a checkbook, and many other things needed to be a
 successful adult. John was constantly creating new dishes for his 
family and his talents never ceased.Survivors include wife, Nancy Slattery, of the home; one son, Blake 
(Tracy) Reiling of Kinsley; daughters, Branagan Reiling of Kinsley, 
Megan Hinderliter of Dodge City, and Tandy (Jason) Boese of Great Bend; 
and eight grandchildren, Tiara Bollig, Alexis Hinderliter, Rylan 
Michael, Declan Zink, Ashtyn Reiling, Kasey Boese, Ronnie Boese, and 
Chelsea Boese. He is preceded in death by his parents.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A 
celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials have been 
designated to the Dodge City Fire Department or Golden Belt Humane 
Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

John Alan Reiling

Larry Gene Schenk, 57, died October 17, 2021, at his home in Great 
Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born February 10, 1964, in Hoisington, Kansas, the
 son of Donald D. “Shorty” and Karlene K. (Kraus) Schenk.&nbsp;&nbsp;Larry 
graduated from Great Bend High School.

A Great Bend resident, formerly of Olmitz, Larry had worked for 
Stoneridge Golf Course. He was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of 
Olmitz.

He is survived by his mother, Karlene K. Schenk of Ellinwood; sister,
 Sheryl Hickel and husband Jim of Claflin; brother, Randy Schenk of 
Great Bend; and nephew, Dylan Hickel of Claflin.

He was preceded in death by his father, Shorty Schenk, and brothers, Darrell and Ronald Schenk.

A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Friday, October 29, 
2020, at St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz. Friends may sign the book now until
 service at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has 
taken place.Memorials may be made to the Larry Schenk Memorial Fund in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Larry Gene Schenk, 57, died October 17, 2021, at his home in Great 
Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born February 10, 1964, in Hoisington, Kansas, the
 son of Donald D. “Shorty” and Karlene K. (Kraus) Schenk.&nbsp;&nbsp;Larry 
graduated from Great Bend High School.A Great Bend resident, formerly of Olmitz, Larry had worked for 
Stoneridge Golf Course. He was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of 
Olmitz.He is survived by his mother, Karlene K. Schenk of Ellinwood; sister,
 Sheryl Hickel and husband Jim of Claflin; brother, Randy Schenk of 
Great Bend; and nephew, Dylan Hickel of Claflin.He was preceded in death by his father, Shorty Schenk, and brothers, Darrell and Ronald Schenk.A graveside service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Friday, October 29, 
2020, at St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz. Friends may sign the book now until
 service at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has 
taken place.Memorials may be made to the Larry Schenk Memorial Fund in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Larry Gene Schenk

Gilbert Ray Kobler, known to his friends and family as “Gib,” was born into eternal life at age 81 on Friday, September 24, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gib was the beloved husband of the late Anne Kobler and loving father to Christopher and Matthew, both of Dallas. He is survived by both of his sons, as well as Matt’s wife, Megan, and Chris’ wife, Christina. He is also survived by his three grandchildren: Matt and Megan’s sons Hayne and Knox, and their daughter, Shelton. His brother, Arden Kobler, is the only surviving sibling of Gib’s three brothers, and Gib also leaves a large family of nieces and nephews, as well as his brother- and sister-in-law, Hayne and Faye Livingston. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Charlotte Kobler, of Hays, Kansas.

Gib was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on December 28, 1939, and grew up in Hays, Kansas, where he graduated from Hays High School in 1958. He grew up around his father’s car dealership and developed a life-long love of cars. Gib remained an active member of his school’s alumni groups, as well as a participant in the Hays community until his death.

Gib studied at the University of Kansas, UCLA, SMU, and Fort Hays State University, where he graduated in 1964. He eventually made his way to Columbia, South Carolina, where he married the love of his life, Anne, on September 15, 1973. Their first son, Chris, was born two years later, and Matt followed in 1979 after the family moved to Manassas, Virginia. In 1980, the family moved to Duncanville, Texas, subsequently moving to Honolulu, Hawaii, and returned with a final move back to Duncanville in 1986.

Gib held several jobs, but his longest career was as an accountant with the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), a position he held for 34 years until his retirement in September of 2003. He loved his country and was proud to serve it through his role with AAFES and was able to travel the world through his job. Chris and Matt have many fond memories of driving to air force bases around the country with their dad, where they lived every little boy’s dream of learning about fighter jets and watching pilots take off and land their planes.

In fact, Gib took the boys on countless trips, not just on work excursions. He was the Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 524 and took Matt, Chris, and the entire troop on numerous campouts throughout the years. Gib’s dedication to the Scouts inspired Chris and Matt to earn their Eagle Scout badges, an accomplishment they’re proud of to this day.

Once his children grew up, Gib stepped into one of his most cherished roles – that of Grandpa – to his three grandchildren. Always eager to babysit, Gib was consistently met with an enthusiastic chorus of “Grandpa’s here!” every time he came over.

When he wasn’t spending time with friends and family, Gib volunteered with the First United Methodist Church in Duncanville, Duncanville Outreach Ministry, and donated his time and expertise to assisting underserved individuals with their taxes.

Gib’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 6th, at 2:00pm in the Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church of Duncanville (FUMCD), 403 South Main St., Duncanville, TX 75116. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Gib’s memory to FUMCD.

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 </figure>Gilbert Ray Kobler, known to his friends and family as “Gib,” was born into eternal life at age 81 on Friday, September 24, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gib was the beloved husband of the late Anne Kobler and loving father to Christopher and Matthew, both of Dallas. He is survived by both of his sons, as well as Matt’s wife, Megan, and Chris’ wife, Christina. He is also survived by his three grandchildren: Matt and Megan’s sons Hayne and Knox, and their daughter, Shelton. His brother, Arden Kobler, is the only surviving sibling of Gib’s three brothers, and Gib also leaves a large family of nieces and nephews, as well as his brother- and sister-in-law, Hayne and Faye Livingston. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Charlotte Kobler, of Hays, Kansas.Gib was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on December 28, 1939, and grew up in Hays, Kansas, where he graduated from Hays High School in 1958. He grew up around his father’s car dealership and developed a life-long love of cars. Gib remained an active member of his school’s alumni groups, as well as a participant in the Hays community until his death.Gib studied at the University of Kansas, UCLA, SMU, and Fort Hays State University, where he graduated in 1964. He eventually made his way to Columbia, South Carolina, where he married the love of his life, Anne, on September 15, 1973. Their first son, Chris, was born two years later, and Matt followed in 1979 after the family moved to Manassas, Virginia. In 1980, the family moved to Duncanville, Texas, subsequently moving to Honolulu, Hawaii, and returned with a final move back to Duncanville in 1986.Gib held several jobs, but his longest career was as an accountant with the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), a position he held for 34 years until his retirement in September of 2003. He loved his country and was proud to serve it through his role with AAFES and was able to travel the world through his job. Chris and Matt have many fond memories of driving to air force bases around the country with their dad, where they lived every little boy’s dream of learning about fighter jets and watching pilots take off and land their planes.In fact, Gib took the boys on countless trips, not just on work excursions. He was the Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 524 and took Matt, Chris, and the entire troop on numerous campouts throughout the years. Gib’s dedication to the Scouts inspired Chris and Matt to earn their Eagle Scout badges, an accomplishment they’re proud of to this day.Once his children grew up, Gib stepped into one of his most cherished roles – that of Grandpa – to his three grandchildren. Always eager to babysit, Gib was consistently met with an enthusiastic chorus of “Grandpa’s here!” every time he came over.When he wasn’t spending time with friends and family, Gib volunteered with the First United Methodist Church in Duncanville, Duncanville Outreach Ministry, and donated his time and expertise to assisting underserved individuals with their taxes.Gib’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 6th, at 2:00pm in the Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church of Duncanville (FUMCD), 403 South Main St., Duncanville, TX 75116. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Gib’s memory to FUMCD.

Gilbert Ray Kobler

Epigmenio Chacón-Muñoz, 82, passed away on October 19, 2021, at the 
Sun Porch of Dodge City in Dodge City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on June 10, 
1939, in Madera, Chihuahua, Mexico, the son of Epigmenio and Diega (Munoz)
 Chacón-Muñoz.

On May 16, 1966, he married Estela Jimenez in Madera, Chihuahua, 
Mexico. He was a farmer and had lived and worked in Ness City for many 
years.

Mr. Chacon is survived by his wife, Estela Chacón-Muñoz; three sons, 
Javier Chacón, Rigo Chacón, and Oscar Chacón; three daughters, Araceli 
Chacón, Maria Chacón, and Nora Chacón; two brothers, Manuel Jesus 
Chacón, Armando Chacón; three sisters, Manuela Martinez, Lupe Prieto, 
Berta Silva; 21 Grandchildren and 9 Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded
 in death by his parents, three brothers, and one sister.

A private family funeral service at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness 
City, Kansas. Burial in the Ness City Cemetery, Ness City, Kansas.

Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

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 </figure>Epigmenio Chacón-Muñoz, 82, passed away on October 19, 2021, at the 
Sun Porch of Dodge City in Dodge City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on June 10, 
1939, in Madera, Chihuahua, Mexico, the son of Epigmenio and Diega (Munoz)
 Chacón-Muñoz.On May 16, 1966, he married Estela Jimenez in Madera, Chihuahua, 
Mexico. He was a farmer and had lived and worked in Ness City for many 
years.Mr. Chacon is survived by his wife, Estela Chacón-Muñoz; three sons, 
Javier Chacón, Rigo Chacón, and Oscar Chacón; three daughters, Araceli 
Chacón, Maria Chacón, and Nora Chacón; two brothers, Manuel Jesus 
Chacón, Armando Chacón; three sisters, Manuela Martinez, Lupe Prieto, 
Berta Silva; 21 Grandchildren and 9 Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded
 in death by his parents, three brothers, and one sister.A private family funeral service at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness 
City, Kansas. Burial in the Ness City Cemetery, Ness City, Kansas.Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Epigmenio Chacón-Muñoz

Richard M. Lowenthal, age 71, passed away on Monday, October 18, 
2021, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born 
on July 29, 1950, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Alfred Jr. &amp; Ruth 
Hueftle Lowenthal.&nbsp; He was a resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1972 
moving from Colby, Kansas, and retired from Midwest Energy as a Field 
Service Representative in 2014.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Oakley &amp; Colby,
 Kansas and a Past President and Member of the Scott City County Club.

On April 20, 1985, he married Kathy Unrein in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his Wife - Kathy Lowenthal of Scott City, Kansas, 
One Son - Blake &amp; Rhiannon Lowenthal of Topeka, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Jackie &amp; Toby Eastland of Prosper, Texas, Janessa 
Lowenthal of Overland Park, Kansas, One Brother - David Lowenthal of 
Lawrence, Kansas, One Sister - Deb &amp; Ron Teeter of Lawrence, Kansas,
 Two Granddaughters - Taylor Eastland of Prosper, Texas, and Katelyn 
Eastland of Prosper, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, and One Brother - Jeff Lowenthal.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas.

Memorials can be made to the Richard M. Lowenthal Memorial Fund in 
care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.

Inurnment will be in the Oakley Cemetery in Oakley, Kansas.

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 </figure>Richard M. Lowenthal, age 71, passed away on Monday, October 18, 
2021, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born 
on July 29, 1950, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Alfred Jr. &amp; Ruth 
Hueftle Lowenthal.&nbsp; He was a resident of Scott City, Kansas since 1972 
moving from Colby, Kansas, and retired from Midwest Energy as a Field 
Service Representative in 2014.He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Oakley &amp; Colby,
 Kansas and a Past President and Member of the Scott City County Club.On April 20, 1985, he married Kathy Unrein in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his Wife - Kathy Lowenthal of Scott City, Kansas, 
One Son - Blake &amp; Rhiannon Lowenthal of Topeka, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Jackie &amp; Toby Eastland of Prosper, Texas, Janessa 
Lowenthal of Overland Park, Kansas, One Brother - David Lowenthal of 
Lawrence, Kansas, One Sister - Deb &amp; Ron Teeter of Lawrence, Kansas,
 Two Granddaughters - Taylor Eastland of Prosper, Texas, and Katelyn 
Eastland of Prosper, Texas.He was preceded in death by his Parents, and One Brother - Jeff Lowenthal.Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials can be made to the Richard M. Lowenthal Memorial Fund in 
care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.Inurnment will be in the Oakley Cemetery in Oakley, Kansas.There will be no calling times.

Richard M. Lowenthal

Reva L. Leech, 78, passed away October 19, 2021, at Clara Barton 
Hospital in Hoisington. She was born on April 7, 1943, at Aline, Okla. 
to Loren &amp; Vona (Haight) Sacket. She was raised by her father and 
stepmother, Loren and Dale Sacket. She married Morris F. Leech, Jr. on 
May 19, 1963, at Alva, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He died May 20, 2019.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Reva was a homemaker. She was a 
member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Stafford. She 
especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include, two sons, Tyler Leech and Todd Leech, both of 
Great Bend; two daughters, Connie Daniels of Montrose, Colo. and Christy
 Leech of Great Bend; two brothers, Richard Sacket and Wayne Sacket, 
both of Okla.; fifteen grandchildren; and eleven great grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Morris Leech, 
Jr.; two sons, Toby J. Leech and Terry Leech; and two daughters, Cindy 
Leech and Carla Leech.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 25, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 
to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October
 26, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. 
Memorials have been designated to Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Reva L. Leech, 78, passed away October 19, 2021, at Clara Barton 
Hospital in Hoisington. She was born on April 7, 1943, at Aline, Okla. 
to Loren &amp; Vona (Haight) Sacket. She was raised by her father and 
stepmother, Loren and Dale Sacket. She married Morris F. Leech, Jr. on 
May 19, 1963, at Alva, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He died May 20, 2019.A longtime Great Bend resident, Reva was a homemaker. She was a 
member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Stafford. She 
especially loved spending time with her family.Survivors include, two sons, Tyler Leech and Todd Leech, both of 
Great Bend; two daughters, Connie Daniels of Montrose, Colo. and Christy
 Leech of Great Bend; two brothers, Richard Sacket and Wayne Sacket, 
both of Okla.; fifteen grandchildren; and eleven great grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Morris Leech, 
Jr.; two sons, Toby J. Leech and Terry Leech; and two daughters, Cindy 
Leech and Carla Leech.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 25, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 
to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October
 26, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. 
Memorials have been designated to Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Reva L. Leech

Sandie E. Robinson Kigar, 44, passed away October 19, 2021, at Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt.

She was born August 1, 1977, in Larned; the daughter of Keith W. and 
Sandra E. Miller Robinson.&nbsp; A lifetime Larned resident; she was a 
Librarian for USD #495 Larned High School.

Survivors include; her parents of Larned; her son Lucas Robinson, of 
Larned, who was her whole life with God’s blessing; two nephews, Victor 
Robinson, Dorrance and Colton Robinson, Wilson and her beloved dog 
Bosco.

She was preceded in death by; her son, Keith Aaron McKinney and her brother Keith Robinson Jr.

Private family graveside service with Robert Sallee presiding will be
 in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; Public visitation will be 1:00
 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 24th, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

Memorial may be given too the USD #495 Larned High School Library, in
 care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal 
condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Sandie E. Robinson Kigar, 44, passed away October 19, 2021, at Pratt Regional Medical Center, Pratt.She was born August 1, 1977, in Larned; the daughter of Keith W. and 
Sandra E. Miller Robinson.&nbsp; A lifetime Larned resident; she was a 
Librarian for USD #495 Larned High School.She was of the Christian Faith.Survivors include; her parents of Larned; her son Lucas Robinson, of 
Larned, who was her whole life with God’s blessing; two nephews, Victor 
Robinson, Dorrance and Colton Robinson, Wilson and her beloved dog 
Bosco.She was preceded in death by; her son, Keith Aaron McKinney and her brother Keith Robinson Jr.Private family graveside service with Robert Sallee presiding will be
 in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; Public visitation will be 1:00
 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 24th, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.Memorial may be given too the USD #495 Larned High School Library, in
 care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Personal 
condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Sandie E. Robinson Kigar

James Alton Anderson, 75, of Russell, Kansas, died on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell, Kansas

James was born on May 28, 1946, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Alton and Nadene Anderson.&nbsp; He enjoyed riding the Russell Public Transportation bus to run errands, watching television, playing bingo and card games.

A private burial will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has been selected.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

James Alton Anderson, 75, of Russell, Kansas, died on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell, KansasJames was born on May 28, 1946, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Alton and Nadene Anderson.&nbsp; He enjoyed riding the Russell Public Transportation bus to run errands, watching television, playing bingo and card games.A private burial will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has been selected.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

James Alton Anderson

Richard Marion Weltmer, 90, passed away on October 16, 2021 at SunPorch 
of Smith County in Smith Center, Kansas. He was born at home in Banner 
Township, Smith County, Kansas, on January 20, 1931, the fourth child of
 Charley Lawrence and Gertrude Marion Duer Weltmer.
 The family moved up to a rented farm one and a half miles south of 
Thornburg where Richard and Robert started to the one room school at the
 same time in August of 1935. Charley wanted to take 2 boys by 
horseback to and from school. The boys were classmates and best 
friends.
 In April of 1939 a little sister, Norma Kay Joined their family. 
Richard was close to his sister Kay and proud to be one of her big 
brothers.
 The family moved a house from Bellaire to Park Street in Smith 
Center in 1945 when Charley started work for Hardman Lumberyard. The 
boys started to school in Smith Center. Richard worked for Ormal Martin
 helping feed cattle before and after school thru high school. Ormal 
let Richard off in the afternoons in the fall of 1947 to play football 
since it was his senior year. Richard and Robert graduated from Smith 
Center High School in 1948. Richard then went to Business School in 
Chillicothe, Missouri for six months studying business and also learned 
teletyping.
 Richard started going to the Nazarene Youth Group. It seems a nice 
young lady named Avis Sprague caught his eye. Richard and Avis were 
married on December 3, 1950 in the Smith Center Nazarene Church.
 Richard was drafted into the Army during the Korean War and when 
they learned he knew how to teletype and read morse code, he was 
stationed in Germany. While he was in basic training in Pennsylvania, 
Avis was with him, then she came home to Smith Center while he was 
overseas.
 After Richard was discharged he got a job with the Santa Fe Railroad
 as a teletypist in Newton, Kansas. While Richard and Avis were in 
Newton older Son, Kenton LeRoy was born in 1954.
 Richard missed Smith Center and living and working on a farm, so in 
1955 they purchased their little farmstead east of Smith Center where 
Kenton and Deb live today. Richard and Avis’s father Dewey Sprague went
 into farming together as Weltmer and Sprague. Richard had milk cows, a
 sow herd, a cow/calf operation and raised wheat, milo and hay. In 1956
 son Michael Brent joined the family. When Kenton and Mike got old 
enough to start farming with their dad, Dewey backed out of the 
operation. The W &amp; S brand would now stand for Weltmer and Sons. 
In 1976 Richard and Avis incorporated with their sons to form W &amp; S 
Ranch, Inc. In 1977 Kenton married Deborah Zabel and in 1978 Mike 
married Ladonna Lytle, making 6 active members of the ranch. In 1980 
grandsons, Simeon and Philip were born and in 1983 Timothy and Steven 
were born. Richard and Avis loved watching their family expand. Not 
only were they farming together, they all went to the Nazarene Church 
together. Richard was blessed to go to church with his 
great-grandchildren also.
 Richard started working in the 1970’s for Chandler Livestock 
Auction. After the death of Chan’s brother, Hugh, Richard became Chan’s
 partner. In 1983 Chan was ready to retire and Richard and Avis bought 
the sale barn and called it Weltmer Livestock Auction, Inc. He would 
own and operate the sale barn for 22 years. Mike, Ladonna and Philip 
worked with Richard at some point during those years.
 In October of 2001 Avis got the devastating news she had lung 
cancer. Richard would lose the love of his life on December 30, 2001.
 Richard was a member of the Smith Center Nazarene Church, Gideons, 
61 year member of the American Legion, and was on the Fairview Cemetery 
board for 24 years.
 Richard was preceded in death by his wife Avis Lee; his parents; 
infant siblings, Willard LaRue and Doris Arlene; brother Robert 
Winfield; sister Norma Kay Schultz; and grandson Dr. Simeon George 
Weltmer.
 Left to cherish his memory are his sons. Kenton and wife Deborah and
 Michael and wife Ladonna all of Smith Center; grandsons, Philip and 
wife Jessica, Timothy and wife Dayna and Steven and wife Vanessa, all of
 Smith Center; and granddaughter-in-law Jennie Weltmer Collins and 
husband Adam of Kearney, Missouri; 14 great-grandchildren, Kaden, Korey 
and Kaylee Weltmer, Deklynn, Drake, Darris and Dayvie Weltmer, Tessa, 
Micah, Cora and Clara Weltmer all of Smith Center; Austin Weltmer 
Collins, Aaron and Anderson Richard Collins all of Kearney, Missouri; 
along with many relatives and friends.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Richard-Dick-M-Weltmer?obId=22681687#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Richard Marion Weltmer, 90, passed away on October 16, 2021 at SunPorch 
of Smith County in Smith Center, Kansas. He was born at home in Banner 
Township, Smith County, Kansas, on January 20, 1931, the fourth child of
 Charley Lawrence and Gertrude Marion Duer Weltmer.
 The family moved up to a rented farm one and a half miles south of 
Thornburg where Richard and Robert started to the one room school at the
 same time in August of 1935. Charley wanted to take 2 boys by 
horseback to and from school. The boys were classmates and best 
friends.
 In April of 1939 a little sister, Norma Kay Joined their family. 
Richard was close to his sister Kay and proud to be one of her big 
brothers.
 The family moved a house from Bellaire to Park Street in Smith 
Center in 1945 when Charley started work for Hardman Lumberyard. The 
boys started to school in Smith Center. Richard worked for Ormal Martin
 helping feed cattle before and after school thru high school. Ormal 
let Richard off in the afternoons in the fall of 1947 to play football 
since it was his senior year. Richard and Robert graduated from Smith 
Center High School in 1948. Richard then went to Business School in 
Chillicothe, Missouri for six months studying business and also learned 
teletyping.
 Richard started going to the Nazarene Youth Group. It seems a nice 
young lady named Avis Sprague caught his eye. Richard and Avis were 
married on December 3, 1950 in the Smith Center Nazarene Church.
 Richard was drafted into the Army during the Korean War and when 
they learned he knew how to teletype and read morse code, he was 
stationed in Germany. While he was in basic training in Pennsylvania, 
Avis was with him, then she came home to Smith Center while he was 
overseas.
 After Richard was discharged he got a job with the Santa Fe Railroad
 as a teletypist in Newton, Kansas. While Richard and Avis were in 
Newton older Son, Kenton LeRoy was born in 1954.
 Richard missed Smith Center and living and working on a farm, so in 
1955 they purchased their little farmstead east of Smith Center where 
Kenton and Deb live today. Richard and Avis’s father Dewey Sprague went
 into farming together as Weltmer and Sprague. Richard had milk cows, a
 sow herd, a cow/calf operation and raised wheat, milo and hay. In 1956
 son Michael Brent joined the family. When Kenton and Mike got old 
enough to start farming with their dad, Dewey backed out of the 
operation. The W &amp; S brand would now stand for Weltmer and Sons. 
In 1976 Richard and Avis incorporated with their sons to form W &amp; S 
Ranch, Inc. In 1977 Kenton married Deborah Zabel and in 1978 Mike 
married Ladonna Lytle, making 6 active members of the ranch. In 1980 
grandsons, Simeon and Philip were born and in 1983 Timothy and Steven 
were born. Richard and Avis loved watching their family expand. Not 
only were they farming together, they all went to the Nazarene Church 
together. Richard was blessed to go to church with his 
great-grandchildren also.
 Richard started working in the 1970’s for Chandler Livestock 
Auction. After the death of Chan’s brother, Hugh, Richard became Chan’s
 partner. In 1983 Chan was ready to retire and Richard and Avis bought 
the sale barn and called it Weltmer Livestock Auction, Inc. He would 
own and operate the sale barn for 22 years. Mike, Ladonna and Philip 
worked with Richard at some point during those years.
 In October of 2001 Avis got the devastating news she had lung 
cancer. Richard would lose the love of his life on December 30, 2001.
 Richard was a member of the Smith Center Nazarene Church, Gideons, 
61 year member of the American Legion, and was on the Fairview Cemetery 
board for 24 years.
 Richard was preceded in death by his wife Avis Lee; his parents; 
infant siblings, Willard LaRue and Doris Arlene; brother Robert 
Winfield; sister Norma Kay Schultz; and grandson Dr. Simeon George 
Weltmer.
 Left to cherish his memory are his sons. Kenton and wife Deborah and
 Michael and wife Ladonna all of Smith Center; grandsons, Philip and 
wife Jessica, Timothy and wife Dayna and Steven and wife Vanessa, all of
 Smith Center; and granddaughter-in-law Jennie Weltmer Collins and 
husband Adam of Kearney, Missouri; 14 great-grandchildren, Kaden, Korey 
and Kaylee Weltmer, Deklynn, Drake, Darris and Dayvie Weltmer, Tessa, 
Micah, Cora and Clara Weltmer all of Smith Center; Austin Weltmer 
Collins, Aaron and Anderson Richard Collins all of Kearney, Missouri; 
along with many relatives and friends.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Richard-Dick-M-Weltmer?obId=22681687#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Richard 'Dick' Weltmer

Pammie Rose Shank, 58, passed away October 18, 2021, at her home in Larned.

She was born February 7, 1963, in Aransas Pass, TX, the daughter of 
Clinton Harold and Iona “Betty” Bethine Norris Lauber. A longtime area 
resident, she was the Assistant Cashier for 32 years at the Fusion Bank 
(First State Bank) in Larned.

She was a member of the Larned Area Chamber Ambassadors and a past 
member of the Jaycees Club.&nbsp; She enjoyed fishing, hunting and loved to 
travel.

On May 1, 1989, she married Jan Arlyn Shank in Las Vegas, N.V. He survives.

Other survivors include: brother, David (Martha) Lauber, Cheney, WA; 
sister, Tammie (Jimmy) McClaren, Kinsley; two nieces, Kaitlyn (Joby) 
Reisenauer and their children, Quintin and Tobin, Mackenzie (Cory) 
Dilport and their daughter, Ember and a nephew, Cole (Kristin) McClaren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert and Terry Lauber and a sister, Sandra Davis.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be at a later date.

Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Pammie Rose Shank, 58, passed away October 18, 2021, at her home in Larned.She was born February 7, 1963, in Aransas Pass, TX, the daughter of 
Clinton Harold and Iona “Betty” Bethine Norris Lauber. A longtime area 
resident, she was the Assistant Cashier for 32 years at the Fusion Bank 
(First State Bank) in Larned.She was a member of the Larned Area Chamber Ambassadors and a past 
member of the Jaycees Club.&nbsp; She enjoyed fishing, hunting and loved to 
travel.On May 1, 1989, she married Jan Arlyn Shank in Las Vegas, N.V. He survives.Other survivors include: brother, David (Martha) Lauber, Cheney, WA; 
sister, Tammie (Jimmy) McClaren, Kinsley; two nieces, Kaitlyn (Joby) 
Reisenauer and their children, Quintin and Tobin, Mackenzie (Cory) 
Dilport and their daughter, Ember and a nephew, Cole (Kristin) McClaren.She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert and Terry Lauber and a sister, Sandra Davis.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be at a later date.Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Pammie Rose Shank

Jerome Fredrick Gormley, 81, of Grinnell, died Monday, October 18, 2021.
 He was born February 7, 1940, in Grinnell, KS, to Chester and Reba 
(Schroeder) Gormley. Jerry was a lifelong farmer, who never stopped 
working. He devoted his life to his work and was a perfectionist in 
whatever he did, never quitting until the job was done right. If he 
wasn’t in the field, you could find him in his shop where he always had a
 project going and was often inventing or creating things. When he did 
take a break from work, Jerry kept busy watching sports on TV and doing 
crossword and jigsaw puzzles. On April 11, 1961, Jerry married Jeanie 
Stephens and to this union three children were born. 
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; sister Anita Huelsmann and brother Randall Struckhoff. 
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jeanie; children, Sharon (Don) 
Burks, Steven (Melissa Shupe) and James; sister Judy (Roger) Hartman; 
brother-in-law Charlie Huelsman; ten grandchildren and nine 
great-grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the Immaculate
 Conception Parish Center, Grinnell, KS, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. 
Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 21, 2021, at Immaculate 
Conception Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. 
Memorials may be made for Masses or the Immaculate Conception Cemetery 
Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 
67748. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Jerome Fredrick Gormley, 81, of Grinnell, died Monday, October 18, 2021.
 He was born February 7, 1940, in Grinnell, KS, to Chester and Reba 
(Schroeder) Gormley. Jerry was a lifelong farmer, who never stopped 
working. He devoted his life to his work and was a perfectionist in 
whatever he did, never quitting until the job was done right. If he 
wasn’t in the field, you could find him in his shop where he always had a
 project going and was often inventing or creating things. When he did 
take a break from work, Jerry kept busy watching sports on TV and doing 
crossword and jigsaw puzzles. On April 11, 1961, Jerry married Jeanie 
Stephens and to this union three children were born. 
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; sister Anita Huelsmann and brother Randall Struckhoff. 
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jeanie; children, Sharon (Don) 
Burks, Steven (Melissa Shupe) and James; sister Judy (Roger) Hartman; 
brother-in-law Charlie Huelsman; ten grandchildren and nine 
great-grandchildren. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the Immaculate
 Conception Parish Center, Grinnell, KS, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. 
Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 21, 2021, at Immaculate 
Conception Catholic Church, with burial in the church cemetery. 
Memorials may be made for Masses or the Immaculate Conception Cemetery 
Fund and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 
67748. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Jerome Frederick Gormley

Allen John Dinkel, 71, of Hays, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays.                         

     He was born June 17, 1950, in Hays to Alvin F. and Edna Ruby (Dreiling) Dinkel.  He married Gloria J. (Kisner) on Dec. 26, 1970, in Pfeifer.

     He was the facility coordinator for Eagle Communications for over 30 years.  He also owned and operated Allen Dinkel Construction.  Allen grew up in Victoria and was a 1968 graduate of Victoria High School.  He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and St. Nicholas of Myra Knights of Columbus.  Allen played softball and baseball for a number of years and enjoyed golfing.

     Survivors include his wife, Gloria Dinkel, of the home; his children, Manda Ellis and husband, Rich, Denver; Brent Dinkel and wife, Tina, Shawnee; Shon Dinkel, Hays; five brothers, Darrell Dinkel and wife, Cindy, Aurora, Colo.; Ron Dinkel, Tempe, Ariz.; Ruben Dinkel and wife, Jackie, Monument, Colo.; Jeff Dinkel and wife, Julie, Monument, Colo.; Pat Dinkel and wife, Diann, Tempe, Ariz.; one sister, Dee Bates, Canyon City, Colo.; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Steve and Jane (Kronewitter) Kisner, Pfeifer; three brothers-in-law, Tom Kisner and wife Cindy, Hays; David Kisner and wife, Ronda, Derby; Jeff Kisner and wife, Janine, Victoria; six sisters-in-law, Wanda Pfannenstiel and husband, Steve, Hays; Linda Goetz and husband, Bruce, Hays; Brenda Erbert, Hays; Myrna Hoffman and husband, Jeff, Hays; Kerri Dinkel, Basehor; Karla Dinkel; and eight grandchildren, Brandon, Zack, Rylan, Tayvin, Kamden, Keaton, Aaliyah, Davian.

     He was preceded in  death by his parents; daughter, Lori Dinkel and three brothers, Donald, Terry and Rich Dinkel.

     Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 13th and Ash, Hays, with Father Dana Clark officiating. A private family inurnment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.  

      A vigil service will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, with a St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus rosary at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, all at St. Joseph Catholic Church.        

     The family suggest memorials made payable to American Cancer Society Hope Lodge of Kansas City or Hospice of Hays Medical Center, in care of  Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.

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

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 </figure>Allen John Dinkel, 71, of Hays, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. He was born June 17, 1950, in Hays to Alvin F. and Edna Ruby (Dreiling) Dinkel. He married Gloria J. (Kisner) on Dec. 26, 1970, in Pfeifer. He was the facility coordinator for Eagle Communications for over 30 years. He also owned and operated Allen Dinkel Construction. Allen grew up in Victoria and was a 1968 graduate of Victoria High School. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and St. Nicholas of Myra Knights of Columbus. Allen played softball and baseball for a number of years and enjoyed golfing. Survivors include his wife, Gloria Dinkel, of the home; his children, Manda Ellis and husband, Rich, Denver; Brent Dinkel and wife, Tina, Shawnee; Shon Dinkel, Hays; five brothers, Darrell Dinkel and wife, Cindy, Aurora, Colo.; Ron Dinkel, Tempe, Ariz.; Ruben Dinkel and wife, Jackie, Monument, Colo.; Jeff Dinkel and wife, Julie, Monument, Colo.; Pat Dinkel and wife, Diann, Tempe, Ariz.; one sister, Dee Bates, Canyon City, Colo.; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Steve and Jane (Kronewitter) Kisner, Pfeifer; three brothers-in-law, Tom Kisner and wife Cindy, Hays; David Kisner and wife, Ronda, Derby; Jeff Kisner and wife, Janine, Victoria; six sisters-in-law, Wanda Pfannenstiel and husband, Steve, Hays; Linda Goetz and husband, Bruce, Hays; Brenda Erbert, Hays; Myrna Hoffman and husband, Jeff, Hays; Kerri Dinkel, Basehor; Karla Dinkel; and eight grandchildren, Brandon, Zack, Rylan, Tayvin, Kamden, Keaton, Aaliyah, Davian. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Lori Dinkel and three brothers, Donald, Terry and Rich Dinkel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 13th and Ash, Hays, with Father Dana Clark officiating. A private family inurnment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays. A vigil service will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, with a St. Nicholas Knights of Columbus rosary at St. Joseph Catholic Church.Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, all at St. Joseph Catholic Church. The family suggest memorials made payable to American Cancer Society Hope Lodge of Kansas City or Hospice of Hays Medical Center, in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="http://clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at the guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Allen John Dinkel

<a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Betzner-Melvin/4756113/">Melvin Betzner Obituary - Atwood, KS | Baalmann Mortuary</a>

&nbsp;February 14, 1940 -&nbsp; October 17, 2021

Melvin Eugene Betzner was born in Tarkio, Missouri, on February 14, 1940 to Clinton A. and Margaret (Mason) Betzner. He was the fifth of seven children. Life for Melvin changed at the age of 17 when he was sent to live in several institutions and state hospitals for almost 20 years. In 1977 Melvin became a member of the PDC family in Atwood, Kansas. This would be his home for 44 years. Melvin became an inspiration to others by becoming very independent and living in his own apartment. For many years he worked at the PDC cleaning. He enjoyed eating lunch at the Obert Center, eating out, walking around Lake Atwood, going shopping, going to the movies, cooking, and reading newspapers. Several years ago, PDC did a project with murals around town. Melvin drew his favorite childhood toy-which were marbles that he colored. When the artist asked him, Melvin in his very quiet voice and bowed head, told about his marbles even using his fingers like he remembered holding them. A community member gave him a sack of marbles. A memory of marbles sparked a “happy” time in his life. Another happy memory was when he was reunited with two sisters that he had not seen in over 50 years. Melvin leaves to mourn his sister Madeline Doyle of Texas and his family at PDC. He may have been quiet, but he was a real “highlight” to our PDC family. All of us would like to express our deep appreciation to Stephanie Pelkey and Mel Pelkey for all they did for our dear Melvin. A memorial service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 28, 2021, at the Prairie Developmental Center, Atwood.

Memorials are suggested to PDC and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. 

For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Betzner-Melvin/4756113/">Melvin Betzner Obituary - Atwood, KS | Baalmann Mortuary</a>&nbsp;February 14, 1940 -&nbsp; October 17, 2021Melvin Eugene Betzner was born in Tarkio, Missouri, on February 14, 1940 to Clinton A. and Margaret (Mason) Betzner. He was the fifth of seven children. Life for Melvin changed at the age of 17 when he was sent to live in several institutions and state hospitals for almost 20 years. In 1977 Melvin became a member of the PDC family in Atwood, Kansas. This would be his home for 44 years. Melvin became an inspiration to others by becoming very independent and living in his own apartment. For many years he worked at the PDC cleaning. He enjoyed eating lunch at the Obert Center, eating out, walking around Lake Atwood, going shopping, going to the movies, cooking, and reading newspapers. Several years ago, PDC did a project with murals around town. Melvin drew his favorite childhood toy-which were marbles that he colored. When the artist asked him, Melvin in his very quiet voice and bowed head, told about his marbles even using his fingers like he remembered holding them. A community member gave him a sack of marbles. A memory of marbles sparked a “happy” time in his life. Another happy memory was when he was reunited with two sisters that he had not seen in over 50 years. Melvin leaves to mourn his sister Madeline Doyle of Texas and his family at PDC. He may have been quiet, but he was a real “highlight” to our PDC family. All of us would like to express our deep appreciation to Stephanie Pelkey and Mel Pelkey for all they did for our dear Melvin. A memorial service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 28, 2021, at the Prairie Developmental Center, Atwood. Memorials are suggested to PDC and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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