Jeannie Marie (Laevenstein) Hamrick of Plainville, Kansas passed away 
unexpectedly on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at her mother’s home in Hoxie,
 Kansas. She was born into the family of Donald and Janet (Diederich) 
Laevenstein on February 12, 1974. She was joined by a baby sister 
Shelly, nine months later. Don and Janet loved and welcomed their 
daughters into their hearts. They made their home in Hoxie, Kansas. 
Jeannie attended Hoxie Grade School and Hoxie High School graduating 
with the class of 1992. After graduation, Jeannie attended Cloud County
 Community College. Jeannie earned an Associate’s Degree in Hospitality
 and Hotel Management. During her course of study, she went to several 
large cities including New York City, which was a highlight in her life. 
 Jeannie was baptized at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie 
where she was confirmed and took her first communion.
 Jeannie worked at the Sheridan County Health Complex in the kitchen 
and housekeeping departments. Most of her life she spent as a 
homemaker. She loved her house plants and flowers. She had a green 
thumb and could grow most anything. Jeannie had many health conditions,
 but she was so caring, she worried more about other people and how they
 were doing. Jeannie’s family, including her puppy, Clyde was so 
important to her. 
 Jeannie is survived by her sister, Shelly Kuhn and husband Keith of 
Hoxie, Kansas; niece, Ashley Kuhn of Hoxie, Kansas ; nephew, Andrew Kuhn
 of Hoxie, Kansas; puppy, Clyde; and many relatives and friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Janet Laevenstein;
 grandparents, Gabe and Elizabeth Laevenstein, Julius and Mae Diederich.
 A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 2:00 
P.M., at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 9:00 A.M. until 1:45 P.M. at the 
funeral home with Family receiving friends from 1:00 P.M. to 1:45 P.M. 
with a Rosary to be held at 1:45 prior to the service. Interment will be
 in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery following the service. 
The family suggests memorials to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic 
Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home,
 PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of Comfort and caring may be 
left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.
 Jeannie’s life was not always easy. Now, she has made the journey 
home and is resting in the arms of her Lord and savior. She has no more
 pain, sadness or sorrow and will never hurt again. She has earned her 
wings, and God is taking care of her now. She is remembered with love.

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 </figure>Jeannie Marie (Laevenstein) Hamrick of Plainville, Kansas passed away 
unexpectedly on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at her mother’s home in Hoxie,
 Kansas. She was born into the family of Donald and Janet (Diederich) 
Laevenstein on February 12, 1974. She was joined by a baby sister 
Shelly, nine months later. Don and Janet loved and welcomed their 
daughters into their hearts. They made their home in Hoxie, Kansas. 
Jeannie attended Hoxie Grade School and Hoxie High School graduating 
with the class of 1992. After graduation, Jeannie attended Cloud County
 Community College. Jeannie earned an Associate’s Degree in Hospitality
 and Hotel Management. During her course of study, she went to several 
large cities including New York City, which was a highlight in her life. 
 Jeannie was baptized at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie 
where she was confirmed and took her first communion.
 Jeannie worked at the Sheridan County Health Complex in the kitchen 
and housekeeping departments. Most of her life she spent as a 
homemaker. She loved her house plants and flowers. She had a green 
thumb and could grow most anything. Jeannie had many health conditions,
 but she was so caring, she worried more about other people and how they
 were doing. Jeannie’s family, including her puppy, Clyde was so 
important to her. 
 Jeannie is survived by her sister, Shelly Kuhn and husband Keith of 
Hoxie, Kansas; niece, Ashley Kuhn of Hoxie, Kansas ; nephew, Andrew Kuhn
 of Hoxie, Kansas; puppy, Clyde; and many relatives and friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Janet Laevenstein;
 grandparents, Gabe and Elizabeth Laevenstein, Julius and Mae Diederich.
 A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 2:00 
P.M., at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 9:00 A.M. until 1:45 P.M. at the 
funeral home with Family receiving friends from 1:00 P.M. to 1:45 P.M. 
with a Rosary to be held at 1:45 prior to the service. Interment will be
 in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery following the service. 
The family suggests memorials to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic 
Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home,
 PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of Comfort and caring may be 
left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.
 Jeannie’s life was not always easy. Now, she has made the journey 
home and is resting in the arms of her Lord and savior. She has no more
 pain, sadness or sorrow and will never hurt again. She has earned her 
wings, and God is taking care of her now. She is remembered with love.

Jeannie Marie (Laevenstein) Hamrick

William Lee Smith, age 67, passed away on Sunday October 17, 2021, at his home in Norton, KS.

Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>William Lee Smith, age 67, passed away on Sunday October 17, 2021, at his home in Norton, KS.Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

William Lee Smith

Gladys Louise Baird, 87, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at her home in Bunker Hill.

Gladys Louise (Lange) Baird was born August 12, 1934, at the family home North of Bunker Hill, Kansas. Her parents were Frank and Alma (Frick) Lange. Her elementary school years were at the Success and Cedar Creek country schools. Her High School years were at the Bunker Hill High School where she graduated in 1952. After graduation she attended Brown Mackie Business School in Salina, KS. She completed her schooling there and then went to work for Bradly Construction Company in Salina and worked there for 20 years. On May 25, 1974 she married Bill Baird and they moved to Mindon, Nebraska. In 1979 Bill became ill and they moved to Anthony, KS to be closer to his family. Bill passed away February 5, 1980. After his death, Gladys moved back to Bunker Hill. She worked for Abco Wire for several years and then worked as a waitress at the Bear House Cafe until she retired. During her years in Salina she enjoyed Bowling and won many trophies. She also had a great interest in flying and took lessons. She ultimately got her pilots license. In later years she followed in her Mother’s footsteps and took great interest in the family genealogy and enjoyed the many years of family reunions. Gladys was a proud member of the Bunker Hill United Methodist Church, The Bunker Hill Historical Society, and The Eastern Star. Her entire adult life she had many pets that gave her great love and companionship!&nbsp;

She is survived by her brother Roy Lange, sister Verna Hutchings (Dale Baysinger), sister in law Patty Lange, niece Traci (Klaus) Viljanmaa, nephew Tim (Laurie) Hutchings, nephew Troy (Dayna) Hutchings, many great nieces and nephews, and many beloved pets.

Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, both parents, brother John Lange, and infant sister Joyce Lange, and brother in law Gerald Hutchings.&nbsp;

A memorial service to celebrate Gladys’ life will be held at 11 A.M. on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the Bunker Hill Community Center in Bunker Hill, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation has been selected by the family and her ashes will be inurned in the Bunker Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the service on Wednesday from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the Bunker Hill Community Center.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Bunker Hill Historical Society and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Gladys Louise Baird, 87, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at her home in Bunker Hill.Gladys Louise (Lange) Baird was born August 12, 1934, at the family home North of Bunker Hill, Kansas. Her parents were Frank and Alma (Frick) Lange. Her elementary school years were at the Success and Cedar Creek country schools. Her High School years were at the Bunker Hill High School where she graduated in 1952. After graduation she attended Brown Mackie Business School in Salina, KS. She completed her schooling there and then went to work for Bradly Construction Company in Salina and worked there for 20 years. On May 25, 1974 she married Bill Baird and they moved to Mindon, Nebraska. In 1979 Bill became ill and they moved to Anthony, KS to be closer to his family. Bill passed away February 5, 1980. After his death, Gladys moved back to Bunker Hill. She worked for Abco Wire for several years and then worked as a waitress at the Bear House Cafe until she retired. During her years in Salina she enjoyed Bowling and won many trophies. She also had a great interest in flying and took lessons. She ultimately got her pilots license. In later years she followed in her Mother’s footsteps and took great interest in the family genealogy and enjoyed the many years of family reunions. Gladys was a proud member of the Bunker Hill United Methodist Church, The Bunker Hill Historical Society, and The Eastern Star. Her entire adult life she had many pets that gave her great love and companionship!&nbsp;She is survived by her brother Roy Lange, sister Verna Hutchings (Dale Baysinger), sister in law Patty Lange, niece Traci (Klaus) Viljanmaa, nephew Tim (Laurie) Hutchings, nephew Troy (Dayna) Hutchings, many great nieces and nephews, and many beloved pets.Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, both parents, brother John Lange, and infant sister Joyce Lange, and brother in law Gerald Hutchings.&nbsp;A memorial service to celebrate Gladys’ life will be held at 11 A.M. on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the Bunker Hill Community Center in Bunker Hill, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation has been selected by the family and her ashes will be inurned in the Bunker Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; Family will greet guests the day of the service on Wednesday from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the Bunker Hill Community Center.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Bunker Hill Historical Society and sent in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Gladys Louise Baird

Steve A. Schmidt, age 68, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021, 
at his home in Greeley County, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on October 21, 1952,
 in Tribune, Kansas, the son of Dwayne C. and Edith Mathews Schmidt.&nbsp; A 
lifetime resident of Tribune, Kansas, he was a Farmer, Rancher, Crop 
Adjuster, and the past Sheriff of Tribune, Kansas where he served for 
over 12 years.

He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Tribune, Kansas, and the Sheriff’s Association.

On January 1, 1980, he married Debbie M. Shoemaker in Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his Wife - Debbie M. Schmidt of Tribune, Kansas, 
Two Sons - Kelly &amp; Gwynneth Harris of Elbert, Colorado, Jarrod &amp;
 Janie Schmidt or Tribune, Kansas, One Daughter - Tina &amp; Brian 
Rodriguez of La Crosse, Kansas, One Sister - Cheryl Ann &amp; Randall 
Graham of Fort Worth, Texas, Nine Grandchildren - Andrew, Katherine, 
Alex, Kylee, Quintin, Taven, Baileigh, Grayson and Grady, Six Great 
Grandchildren - Travis, Treston, Asher, Krew, Crimsyn, and Emily.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, and a special Uncle - Donald Schmidt along with numerous other Aunts &amp; Uncles.

Memorial Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 21, 2021, 
at the First Presbyterian Church in Tribune, Kansas, with Pastor Dustin 
Fritzmeier presiding.

Inurnment will be in the Greeley County Cemetery in Tribune, Kansas.

Memorials in Lieu Of Flowers can be written to the Steve Schmidt 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home; PO Box 161, 
Leoti, Kansas, 67861.

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 </figure>Steve A. Schmidt, age 68, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021, 
at his home in Greeley County, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on October 21, 1952,
 in Tribune, Kansas, the son of Dwayne C. and Edith Mathews Schmidt.&nbsp; A 
lifetime resident of Tribune, Kansas, he was a Farmer, Rancher, Crop 
Adjuster, and the past Sheriff of Tribune, Kansas where he served for 
over 12 years.He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Tribune, Kansas, and the Sheriff’s Association.On January 1, 1980, he married Debbie M. Shoemaker in Tribune, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his Wife - Debbie M. Schmidt of Tribune, Kansas, 
Two Sons - Kelly &amp; Gwynneth Harris of Elbert, Colorado, Jarrod &amp;
 Janie Schmidt or Tribune, Kansas, One Daughter - Tina &amp; Brian 
Rodriguez of La Crosse, Kansas, One Sister - Cheryl Ann &amp; Randall 
Graham of Fort Worth, Texas, Nine Grandchildren - Andrew, Katherine, 
Alex, Kylee, Quintin, Taven, Baileigh, Grayson and Grady, Six Great 
Grandchildren - Travis, Treston, Asher, Krew, Crimsyn, and Emily.He was preceded in death by his Parents, and a special Uncle - Donald Schmidt along with numerous other Aunts &amp; Uncles.Memorial Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 21, 2021, 
at the First Presbyterian Church in Tribune, Kansas, with Pastor Dustin 
Fritzmeier presiding.Inurnment will be in the Greeley County Cemetery in Tribune, Kansas.Memorials in Lieu Of Flowers can be written to the Steve Schmidt 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home; PO Box 161, 
Leoti, Kansas, 67861.There will be no calling times.

Steve A. Schmidt

Patricia L. Snow, age 66, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2021, at
 the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
November 30, 1954, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Samuel G. And 
Martha E. Dean Berry.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she 
was a homemaker.

She was a past member of the Abate of Kansas.

On March 29, 2008, she married Larry A. Snow in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.

Survivors include her Husband - Larry Snow of Scott City, Kansas, One
 Daughter - Shalon K. &amp; John Sherrill of Charleston, South Carolina,
 Two Sons - Brandon A. Snow of Scott City, Kansas, Jordon L. Snow of 
Hays, Kansas, Two Brothers - Harold &amp; Shannon Berry of Scott City, 
Kansas, Albert Berry Sr. of Scott City, Kansas, Two Sisters - Sondra 
Berry of Scott City, Kansas, Barbra Berry &amp; Tom Gibson of Scott 
City, Kansas, Ten Grandchildren, and Eight Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, One Daughter, One Grandson, and many close friends.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 
2021, at the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Larry Danforth presiding.

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

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

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Patricia L. Snow, age 66, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2021, at
 the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
November 30, 1954, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Samuel G. And 
Martha E. Dean Berry.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she 
was a homemaker.She was a past member of the Abate of Kansas.On March 29, 2008, she married Larry A. Snow in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.Survivors include her Husband - Larry Snow of Scott City, Kansas, One
 Daughter - Shalon K. &amp; John Sherrill of Charleston, South Carolina,
 Two Sons - Brandon A. Snow of Scott City, Kansas, Jordon L. Snow of 
Hays, Kansas, Two Brothers - Harold &amp; Shannon Berry of Scott City, 
Kansas, Albert Berry Sr. of Scott City, Kansas, Two Sisters - Sondra 
Berry of Scott City, Kansas, Barbra Berry &amp; Tom Gibson of Scott 
City, Kansas, Ten Grandchildren, and Eight Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents, One Daughter, One Grandson, and many close friends.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 20, 
2021, at the United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Larry Danforth presiding.Memorials can be made to the Patricia Snow Memorial Fund in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

Patricia L. Snow

Harold W. “Bob” Tacha was born September 13, 1921, in rural Jennings, KS 
to Earl L. and Jessie R. Tacha. Bob passed away October 15, 2021, at the 
Norton County Hospital at the age of 100.
 Bob grew up west of Jennings, attended Rock Island School for three 
years, and then graduated from Jennings Consolidated High School in 
1939. He then attended Strickler’s business School of Topeka for one 
year. Bob was employed by Fitzsimmons General Hospital (in the enlisted 
men’s credit department) until entering the U.S. Army in September of 
1942. He served in the QMC of the Army for 40 months and was discharged 
in January of 1946. 
 Bob married Neoma M. Kusy in Jennings on September 14, 1946. In 
1947, he graduated from Denver Barber College and then operated Tacha 
Barber from 1947-1968. Bob was appointed as the Jennings Postmaster in 
May of 1968 and retired from the U.S. Postal Service in October of 1998.
 He was a member of the Jennings United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge,
 Isis Shrine, Jennings American Legion, and the Jennings Lion Club. Bob 
served as the city clerk and city councilman from 1953-1996. He also 
served on the Jennings Housing Board, Cemetery Board, and the Museum 
Board. 
 Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Jessie Tacha and 
brothers: Gerald, Jack, Allen, and Galen. He is survived by his wife, 
Neoma of Norton; sons: Roger Tacha and wife Peggy of Oakley and Royal 
Tacha and wife Gayle of Hoxie and grandchildren: Dustin Tacha and wife 
Jessica and their daughters Madilynn and Emmarie Sue, Ashley Brooks and 
husband Austin and their children Brynna and Ayden Brown, and Garrett 
Tacha and fiancé Sarah and his children Josephine and Tucker Tacha. 
 Funeral services will be held 10:30 am Thursday, October 21, at the 
Jennings United Methodist Church. Burial will follow with Military 
Honors and Masonic Rites at the Jennings Cemetery. Bob will lie in-state
 and the book will be available to sign from 12-5:00 pm Wednesday, 
October 20 at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to 
the Jennings Museum, Jennings Fire Department, or the Jennings United 
Methodist Church and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 
215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com

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 </figure>Harold W. “Bob” Tacha was born September 13, 1921, in rural Jennings, KS 
to Earl L. and Jessie R. Tacha. Bob passed away October 15, 2021, at the 
Norton County Hospital at the age of 100.
 Bob grew up west of Jennings, attended Rock Island School for three 
years, and then graduated from Jennings Consolidated High School in 
1939. He then attended Strickler’s business School of Topeka for one 
year. Bob was employed by Fitzsimmons General Hospital (in the enlisted 
men’s credit department) until entering the U.S. Army in September of 
1942. He served in the QMC of the Army for 40 months and was discharged 
in January of 1946. 
 Bob married Neoma M. Kusy in Jennings on September 14, 1946. In 
1947, he graduated from Denver Barber College and then operated Tacha 
Barber from 1947-1968. Bob was appointed as the Jennings Postmaster in 
May of 1968 and retired from the U.S. Postal Service in October of 1998.
 He was a member of the Jennings United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge,
 Isis Shrine, Jennings American Legion, and the Jennings Lion Club. Bob 
served as the city clerk and city councilman from 1953-1996. He also 
served on the Jennings Housing Board, Cemetery Board, and the Museum 
Board. 
 Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Jessie Tacha and 
brothers: Gerald, Jack, Allen, and Galen. He is survived by his wife, 
Neoma of Norton; sons: Roger Tacha and wife Peggy of Oakley and Royal 
Tacha and wife Gayle of Hoxie and grandchildren: Dustin Tacha and wife 
Jessica and their daughters Madilynn and Emmarie Sue, Ashley Brooks and 
husband Austin and their children Brynna and Ayden Brown, and Garrett 
Tacha and fiancé Sarah and his children Josephine and Tucker Tacha. 
 Funeral services will be held 10:30 am Thursday, October 21, at the 
Jennings United Methodist Church. Burial will follow with Military 
Honors and Masonic Rites at the Jennings Cemetery. Bob will lie in-state
 and the book will be available to sign from 12-5:00 pm Wednesday, 
October 20 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to 
the Jennings Museum, Jennings Fire Department, or the Jennings United 
Methodist Church and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 
215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at 
www.plumergobber.com

Harold W. 'Bob' Tacha

Ralph G. Jacobs, 92, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Saturday, October
 16, 2021, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La 
Crosse, Kansas.

Ralph was born April 18, 1929, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of 
Casper and Mary Elizabeth (Schmidt) Jacobs.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident 
of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; Ralph attended grade school at Lone Star 
School, District 64, Bison, Kansas, before attending Bison Rural High 
School, Bison, Kansas.&nbsp; He farmed with his father until 1970, after 
which he worked maintaining tracks for the Santa Fe Railroad.&nbsp; He also 
owned and operated Jacobs Lawn Care, La Crosse, Kansas, before his 
retirement from his lawn care business at the age of 91.

He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, and the Knights of Columbus Council 2970, both of La Crosse, Kansas.

On October 15, 1983, he married Barbara A. Barnett at St. Michael’s 
Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death November 
13, 2018.

Survivors include:&nbsp; three step daughters, Jacque Blair (Roger), Scott
 City, Kansas, Mary Ann Willems (Neil), Tabernash, Colorado, and Linda 
Riedel (Don), La Crosse, Kansas; seven step grandchildren, Amber Russell
 (Brian), Chad Tylicki (Mandi), Paul Willems, Stephanie Blair, Shannon 
Bennett (Casey), Aaron Riedel (Sarah), and Jordon Riedel; nine great 
grandchildren; two brothers, Leroy Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas, and Jerry 
Jacobs, Hays, Kansas; and one sister, Mary Lou Warren, Wichita, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; five brothers, 
Celestine “Celly” Jacobs, Eugene Jacobs, Virgil Jacobs, Daniel Jacobs, 
and William “Bill” Jacobs; and five sisters, Leona Leiker, Albina 
Birney, Elenora Holzmeister, Louise Besperat, and Viola Dreher.

Visitation will be Tuesday, October 19, 2021, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 
P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family 
receiving friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Church visitation will be Wednesday, October 20, 2021, from 9:30 A.M.
 to 10:20 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 10:30 A.M. at
 St. Michaels Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Knights of Columbus Council 2970, La Crosse, Kansas, or the American 
Cancer Society.

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

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

Ralph G. Jacobs, 92, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Saturday, October
 16, 2021, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La 
Crosse, Kansas.Ralph was born April 18, 1929, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of 
Casper and Mary Elizabeth (Schmidt) Jacobs.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident 
of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; Ralph attended grade school at Lone Star 
School, District 64, Bison, Kansas, before attending Bison Rural High 
School, Bison, Kansas.&nbsp; He farmed with his father until 1970, after 
which he worked maintaining tracks for the Santa Fe Railroad.&nbsp; He also 
owned and operated Jacobs Lawn Care, La Crosse, Kansas, before his 
retirement from his lawn care business at the age of 91.He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, and the Knights of Columbus Council 2970, both of La Crosse, Kansas.On October 15, 1983, he married Barbara A. Barnett at St. Michael’s 
Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death November 
13, 2018.Survivors include:&nbsp; three step daughters, Jacque Blair (Roger), Scott
 City, Kansas, Mary Ann Willems (Neil), Tabernash, Colorado, and Linda 
Riedel (Don), La Crosse, Kansas; seven step grandchildren, Amber Russell
 (Brian), Chad Tylicki (Mandi), Paul Willems, Stephanie Blair, Shannon 
Bennett (Casey), Aaron Riedel (Sarah), and Jordon Riedel; nine great 
grandchildren; two brothers, Leroy Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas, and Jerry 
Jacobs, Hays, Kansas; and one sister, Mary Lou Warren, Wichita, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; five brothers, 
Celestine “Celly” Jacobs, Eugene Jacobs, Virgil Jacobs, Daniel Jacobs, 
and William “Bill” Jacobs; and five sisters, Leona Leiker, Albina 
Birney, Elenora Holzmeister, Louise Besperat, and Viola Dreher.Visitation will be Tuesday, October 19, 2021, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 
P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family 
receiving friends from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;Church visitation will be Wednesday, October 20, 2021, from 9:30 A.M.
 to 10:20 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 10:30 A.M. at
 St. Michaels Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Knights of Columbus Council 2970, La Crosse, Kansas, or the American 
Cancer Society.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Ralph G. Jacobs

Thursday, December 5th, 1946-Friday, October 15th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Thursday, December 5th, 1946-Friday, October 15th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Gary Lynn Johnson

Faith Ann Marcotte Yenne, age 82, passed away on Friday October 15, 2021,&nbsp; at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS. She was born
 the daughter of Lester &amp; Elsie (Coogan) Palu on April 23, 1939 in 
Milwaukee, WI.
 Survivors include her husband Michael of the home.

Faith Ann Marcotte Yenne, age 82, passed away on Friday October 15, 2021,&nbsp; at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS. She was born
 the daughter of Lester &amp; Elsie (Coogan) Palu on April 23, 1939 in 
Milwaukee, WI.
 Survivors include her husband Michael of the home.Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Faith Ann Yenne

Arleta Faye Bland, 99, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Luray to Frank &amp; Edith (Duell) Schurr.

Arleta retired from the postal service at both Luray and Waldo and 
later worked at the Luray cafeteria for USD 407.&nbsp; She had a love for 
gardening, baking, canning and was active in her church and Senior 
Center in Luray.&nbsp; She loved playing the piano and played for many church
 services, weddings and funerals.&nbsp; She and Gordon enjoyed many years of 
square dancing, traveling and time spent socializing with friends.

Gordon, her husband of 78 years, preceded her in death in 2019.

Arleta is survived by her daughters, Linda Foran (Darrell) of Tucson,
 AZ, Celia Curl (Larry) of St. Louis, Carma Bland of Salina; 
grandchildren, Wes Foran of Los Angeles, Kevin Foran of Tucson, Aaron 
Curl of St. Louis, Adam Barkley of Salina, Heather Barkley of 
Bennington; and four great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, October 29, 
2021.&nbsp; A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. all at Ryan Mortuary, 
Salina.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held in Luray Cemetery.

Memorial may be made to the Luray United Methodist Church.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634417123200.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Arleta Faye Bland, 99, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021.&nbsp; She was born in Luray to Frank &amp; Edith (Duell) Schurr.Arleta retired from the postal service at both Luray and Waldo and 
later worked at the Luray cafeteria for USD 407.&nbsp; She had a love for 
gardening, baking, canning and was active in her church and Senior 
Center in Luray.&nbsp; She loved playing the piano and played for many church
 services, weddings and funerals.&nbsp; She and Gordon enjoyed many years of 
square dancing, traveling and time spent socializing with friends.Gordon, her husband of 78 years, preceded her in death in 2019.Arleta is survived by her daughters, Linda Foran (Darrell) of Tucson,
 AZ, Celia Curl (Larry) of St. Louis, Carma Bland of Salina; 
grandchildren, Wes Foran of Los Angeles, Kevin Foran of Tucson, Aaron 
Curl of St. Louis, Adam Barkley of Salina, Heather Barkley of 
Bennington; and four great-grandchildren.Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday, October 29, 
2021.&nbsp; A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. all at Ryan Mortuary, 
Salina.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held in Luray Cemetery.Memorial may be made to the Luray United Methodist Church.

Arleta Faye Bland

Marshall G. Rodenberg, age 77, of Southaven, Mississippi, died 
Monday, October 3, 2021, after a short bout with Covid.&nbsp; Visitation will
 be from 10am to 11am on Monday, October 18 at Citygate Community 
Church, 7140 Getwell Rd, Southaven, MS.&nbsp; The funeral will follow at 11am
 to 12pm, followed by a meal at the church.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the 
family suggests memorial contributions be made to Marshall Rodenberg 
Memorial Fund for the Chiang Rai Children c/o Cornerstone Church – 
https://pushpay.com/g/cornerstonesouthaven for donations.

Marshall was born December 20, 1943, in Scott City, KS to Marian and 
Lester Rodenberg. He grew up on a wheat farm and started school at an 
early age (too early) in a two-room rural school in Manning, KS.&nbsp; His 
dad spent many evenings trying to help him read and spell CAT to no 
avail.&nbsp; He flunked 1st grade as he saw no reason to spell CAT or read.&nbsp; 
Still having trouble reading in 3rd grade, he wanted a chemistry set for
 Christmas, not a baking soda volcano like today, but one with 40 
bottles of chemicals, beakers, graduated cylinders, flasks, a Bunsen 
burner, and instructions that would be a good start for an Al-Qaeda bomb
 maker.&nbsp; His mom told him that he wouldn’t be able to do anything 
because he couldn’t read the instructions.&nbsp; However, they got the 
chemistry set anyway!&nbsp; He taught himself to read in a month and moved 
from the bottom of the class to the top, not too hard, there were only 
four boys in the class!

That’s the way he was “all or nothing”.&nbsp; He was a pretty good 
magician, a licensed ham radio operator (K0MOR) by 7th grade and an 
Eagle Scout by early high school.&nbsp; He graduated from Scott Community 
High School in 1962.

He attended the University of Colorado and Fort Hays State University
 before joining the Army; serving two years on the Korean DMZ during the
 Vietnam War.

He said the only good thing about his service was finding Chong, the 
love of his life.&nbsp; He married her in Korea and after months of wrangling
 with the Army, the US government and help from Senator Bob Dole, he got
 Chong into the US so they could start their new life together.

After several jobs in Kansas, he got a job with the IRS in 
Washington, DC.&nbsp; After several years in DC, they were transferred to 
Memphis, TN.&nbsp; There his life changed dramatically. &nbsp; Through Chong’s 
work with an adoption agency, Marshall and Chong welcomed Matthew from 
Korea to their family.

After retirement from the IRS, Marshall’s priorities in life 
changed.&nbsp; He started taking politics and Jesus seriously!&nbsp; He changed 
from a passive Christian to an active Christian.&nbsp; He supported his 
church with work, prayer, and donations.

He went on mission trips to Kenya, Nicaragua, two times to Haiti with
 the Convoy of Hope organization, and numerous trips to Thailand to the 
Chiang Rai Children’s Home.&nbsp; He also was active in Kairos Prison 
Ministry International, Discipleship Walk and Ride for Him, Urban 
Bicycle Food Ministry, and Heartland Hands Food Pantry.&nbsp; Recently 
Marshall, Chong and Matthew enjoyed a trip to Korea to visit Chong’s 
relatives.

Marshall is proceeded in death by his parents.&nbsp; He leaves behind his 
wife, Chong, of the home; Matthew, Walls, MS; brother Malcolm (Rozann) 
Rodenberg, Salina, KS; and sister Robin (Joe) Rodriguez, Philadelphia, 
PA.

Marshall was one of a kind and everyone had a Marshall Story to tell because “We loved us some Marshall”.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634416961748.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Marshall G. Rodenberg, age 77, of Southaven, Mississippi, died 
Monday, October 3, 2021, after a short bout with Covid.&nbsp; Visitation will
 be from 10am to 11am on Monday, October 18 at Citygate Community 
Church, 7140 Getwell Rd, Southaven, MS.&nbsp; The funeral will follow at 11am
 to 12pm, followed by a meal at the church.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the 
family suggests memorial contributions be made to Marshall Rodenberg 
Memorial Fund for the Chiang Rai Children c/o Cornerstone Church – 
https://pushpay.com/g/cornerstonesouthaven for donations.Marshall was born December 20, 1943, in Scott City, KS to Marian and 
Lester Rodenberg. He grew up on a wheat farm and started school at an 
early age (too early) in a two-room rural school in Manning, KS.&nbsp; His 
dad spent many evenings trying to help him read and spell CAT to no 
avail.&nbsp; He flunked 1st grade as he saw no reason to spell CAT or read.&nbsp; 
Still having trouble reading in 3rd grade, he wanted a chemistry set for
 Christmas, not a baking soda volcano like today, but one with 40 
bottles of chemicals, beakers, graduated cylinders, flasks, a Bunsen 
burner, and instructions that would be a good start for an Al-Qaeda bomb
 maker.&nbsp; His mom told him that he wouldn’t be able to do anything 
because he couldn’t read the instructions.&nbsp; However, they got the 
chemistry set anyway!&nbsp; He taught himself to read in a month and moved 
from the bottom of the class to the top, not too hard, there were only 
four boys in the class!That’s the way he was “all or nothing”.&nbsp; He was a pretty good 
magician, a licensed ham radio operator (K0MOR) by 7th grade and an 
Eagle Scout by early high school.&nbsp; He graduated from Scott Community 
High School in 1962.He attended the University of Colorado and Fort Hays State University
 before joining the Army; serving two years on the Korean DMZ during the
 Vietnam War.He said the only good thing about his service was finding Chong, the 
love of his life.&nbsp; He married her in Korea and after months of wrangling
 with the Army, the US government and help from Senator Bob Dole, he got
 Chong into the US so they could start their new life together.After several jobs in Kansas, he got a job with the IRS in 
Washington, DC.&nbsp; After several years in DC, they were transferred to 
Memphis, TN.&nbsp; There his life changed dramatically. &nbsp; Through Chong’s 
work with an adoption agency, Marshall and Chong welcomed Matthew from 
Korea to their family.After retirement from the IRS, Marshall’s priorities in life 
changed.&nbsp; He started taking politics and Jesus seriously!&nbsp; He changed 
from a passive Christian to an active Christian.&nbsp; He supported his 
church with work, prayer, and donations.He went on mission trips to Kenya, Nicaragua, two times to Haiti with
 the Convoy of Hope organization, and numerous trips to Thailand to the 
Chiang Rai Children’s Home.&nbsp; He also was active in Kairos Prison 
Ministry International, Discipleship Walk and Ride for Him, Urban 
Bicycle Food Ministry, and Heartland Hands Food Pantry.&nbsp; Recently 
Marshall, Chong and Matthew enjoyed a trip to Korea to visit Chong’s 
relatives.Marshall is proceeded in death by his parents.&nbsp; He leaves behind his 
wife, Chong, of the home; Matthew, Walls, MS; brother Malcolm (Rozann) 
Rodenberg, Salina, KS; and sister Robin (Joe) Rodriguez, Philadelphia, 
PA.Marshall was one of a kind and everyone had a Marshall Story to tell because “We loved us some Marshall”.

Marshall G. Rodenberg

William Clark Carey Jr., 87, of Searcy, passed away October 3, 2021,&nbsp; at The Crossing at Riverside.&nbsp; He was born September 1, 1934, at 
Springfield, Massachusetts to the late William Sr. and Antoinette Rogers
 Carey.

He married Anita Faye Carey April 9, 1975, at Leoti, Kansas; she preceded
 him in death November 5, 1997.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by a&nbsp; 
daughter, Jeannie Carey; granddaughter, Kayla Rose Glerup; grandson, 
Cameron Carey; a brother, Pete Carey; and a sister, Elizabeth Carey.

Survivors include three daughters, Carmen Carey of London, England, 
Jerri Bangerter (Brad) of Leoti, Kansas, and Terri Eligh (Mark) of 
Searcy, Arkansas; one son, Michael Carey (Jamie) of Woodard, Oklahoma; 
one brother, Bob Carey (Pat) of New York City; six grandchildren; ten 
great grandchildren; as well as many extended family and friends.

The family will have private services at a later date.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>William Clark Carey Jr., 87, of Searcy, passed away October 3, 2021,&nbsp; at The Crossing at Riverside.&nbsp; He was born September 1, 1934, at 
Springfield, Massachusetts to the late William Sr. and Antoinette Rogers
 Carey. 
He married Anita Faye Carey April 9, 1975, at Leoti, Kansas; she preceded
 him in death November 5, 1997.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by a&nbsp; 
daughter, Jeannie Carey; granddaughter, Kayla Rose Glerup; grandson, 
Cameron Carey; a brother, Pete Carey; and a sister, Elizabeth Carey.Survivors include three daughters, Carmen Carey of London, England, 
Jerri Bangerter (Brad) of Leoti, Kansas, and Terri Eligh (Mark) of 
Searcy, Arkansas; one son, Michael Carey (Jamie) of Woodard, Oklahoma; 
one brother, Bob Carey (Pat) of New York City; six grandchildren; ten 
great grandchildren; as well as many extended family and friends.The family will have private services at a later date.

William Clark Carey Jr.

Karl "Sir-G" Gordon (Major USMCR ret.) passed away tragically in 
Scott County, S.W. Kansas, on 04October 2021&nbsp;seven weeks ahead of what 
would've been his 50th birthday - the result of a motor vehicle 
accident.&nbsp; He was born on 20 November 1971, in Cambridge, Massachusetts,
 the third son of Ewart &amp; Valerie Gordon.&nbsp;

At the time, he was a resident of Castle Rock, Colorado &amp; an 
active member of Christ Episcopal Church in Castle Rock, &amp; worked as
 a commercial freight pilot for Planemasters Jet Charter Ltd. flying 
Cessna Grand Caravans.&nbsp; Sir-G spent his early years growing up in May 
Pen, Jamaica, attended boarding School at Munro College &amp; 
subsequently Glenmuir High School.&nbsp; He initially attended Embry-Riddle 
Aeronautical University &amp; later the University of Notre Dame where 
he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering.&nbsp; 
He was a retired US Marine Corps combat Veteran (USMCR) with over 
20-years of faithful &amp; honorable service to his country.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

He is survived by his mother Mrs. Valerie Reese, three brothers: 
Andrew "Chen" Gordon &amp; Robert "Suco" Gordon of Kingston, Jamaica 
&amp; his twin brother Kurt of Olathe, Kansas; One nephew: Isaac Gordon 
of Kingston, Jamaica; Aunts Beryl McCarthy &amp; Kay Smith of London, 
England &amp; Kingston, Jamaica respectively; Cousins: Darryl &amp; 
Michelle McCarthy of London, England, &amp; Wadia, Earl, Eddie, Lester, 
&amp; Kerona Spence of Jamaica. He was preceded in death by his 
grandparents Lester &amp; Ruby Spence, his father Ewart Hastings Gordon,
 his Uncle Richard Spence &amp; his youngest Aunt, Rose King of Jamaica.

A Memorial service followed by reception will be held at the Christ 
Episcopal Church in Castle Rock, Colorado on 21 October 2021 at a time 
TBC. Additionally, at a date TBD, Sir-G's ashes will be lifted aloft 
&amp; returned to the same mountains &amp; forests he fought valiantly 
to preserve as an airborne firefighter with the Colorado Division of 
Fire Prevention &amp; Control.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634416828670.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Karl "Sir-G" Gordon (Major USMCR ret.) passed away tragically in 
Scott County, S.W. Kansas, on 04October 2021&nbsp;seven weeks ahead of what 
would've been his 50th birthday - the result of a motor vehicle 
accident.&nbsp; He was born on 20 November 1971, in Cambridge, Massachusetts,
 the third son of Ewart &amp; Valerie Gordon.&nbsp;At the time, he was a resident of Castle Rock, Colorado &amp; an 
active member of Christ Episcopal Church in Castle Rock, &amp; worked as
 a commercial freight pilot for Planemasters Jet Charter Ltd. flying 
Cessna Grand Caravans.&nbsp; Sir-G spent his early years growing up in May 
Pen, Jamaica, attended boarding School at Munro College &amp; 
subsequently Glenmuir High School.&nbsp; He initially attended Embry-Riddle 
Aeronautical University &amp; later the University of Notre Dame where 
he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering.&nbsp; 
He was a retired US Marine Corps combat Veteran (USMCR) with over 
20-years of faithful &amp; honorable service to his country.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his mother Mrs. Valerie Reese, three brothers: 
Andrew "Chen" Gordon &amp; Robert "Suco" Gordon of Kingston, Jamaica 
&amp; his twin brother Kurt of Olathe, Kansas; One nephew: Isaac Gordon 
of Kingston, Jamaica; Aunts Beryl McCarthy &amp; Kay Smith of London, 
England &amp; Kingston, Jamaica respectively; Cousins: Darryl &amp; 
Michelle McCarthy of London, England, &amp; Wadia, Earl, Eddie, Lester, 
&amp; Kerona Spence of Jamaica. He was preceded in death by his 
grandparents Lester &amp; Ruby Spence, his father Ewart Hastings Gordon,
 his Uncle Richard Spence &amp; his youngest Aunt, Rose King of Jamaica.A Memorial service followed by reception will be held at the Christ 
Episcopal Church in Castle Rock, Colorado on 21 October 2021 at a time 
TBC. Additionally, at a date TBD, Sir-G's ashes will be lifted aloft 
&amp; returned to the same mountains &amp; forests he fought valiantly 
to preserve as an airborne firefighter with the Colorado Division of 
Fire Prevention &amp; Control.

Karl 'Sir-G' Gordon (Major USMCR ret.)

Francis B. Schaffer was born on September 27, 1928, in his family’s 
farmhouse near Loretto, KS, on a farm&nbsp;that&nbsp;he loved to visit on his 
subsequent birthdays. He left us&nbsp;on Saturday, October 9,&nbsp;just two weeks 
after a family celebration of his 93rd birthday.&nbsp;His wife of 71 years 
Alverna was by his side when he took his last breath on this side of heaven. 
She survives.

Francis&nbsp;was born to Frank and Barbara (Urban) Schaffer and he&nbsp;was a 
lifelong farmer,&nbsp;carpenter, welder,&nbsp;inventor,&nbsp;intuitive engineer, 
comedian/jokester, and a boisterous connoisseur of polka music and good 
beer.

Francis grew up on the family farm at Loretto and learned his 
many "Jack-of-all-trades" skills from his father.&nbsp; He attended grade 
school in and graduated high school from Bison, KS.&nbsp;He met his wife 
Alverna at a dance, which was to be a lifelong passion for both of 
them.&nbsp; Francis was a devout Catholic and was a Fourth Degree member of 
the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp;

Farming in Lane County, Francis and Alverna raised six children, 
wheat and angus cattle.&nbsp; During these years, they also avidly pursued 
their dancing pleasure following several favorite bands in Nebraska and 
beginning what is probably the greatest polka music library ever 
collected, including LP records, 8-tracks, cassettes and cds!&nbsp; After 25 
years, they retired from the farm and moved to Garden City, KS, where 
Francis was often the Top Salesman at Burtis Motor Company. In 1984 
Francis and Alverna decided to follow several of their siblings to Round
 Rock, Texas, where Francis and his brother Raymond began "The Handy 
Pair" business, doing odd jobs during the construction boom that was 
happening in Austin at that time. &nbsp;If Raymond could not join Francis on 
the job, Alverna was the other half of the Handy Pair!&nbsp;

In 1991 Kansas was calling them back and they returned to their 
roots, landing in La Crosse, KS, where they have been living ever 
since.&nbsp; Francis loved being back in Rush County where he and Alverna 
began collecting family history.&nbsp; Being bilingual, they were able to 
interview many to seek the history of their German heritage. Never one 
to "retire", Francis also worked in La Crosse, with Leland Bisterfeldt 
doing his handy work for many years.

Francis was preceded in death by an infant sister, Eleanor, his 
parents, Frank and Barbara, a sister, Mary (Schaffer) Jones, two 
brothers, Clarence and John Schaffer, grandson, Trevor Messenger, and 
son-in-law, Van Brighton. &nbsp;He leaves behind his wife, Alverna, children, 
Jan Brighton of La Crosse, KS, Colette (Burton) Schauf of Columbia, MO, 
Jill (Mike) Bogard of Lawrence, KS, Rory (Janis) Schaffer of Topeka, KS,
 Eric Schaffer of Topeka, KS, and Gina (Warren) Cannon of Georgetown, 
TX, eighteen grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren, and one 
brother, Raymond Schaffer of La Crosse, KS.&nbsp;

The family will greet friends on Sunday, October 17, from 3-7 p.m. at
 St Michael’s Catholic Church in La Crosse, KS. The Knights of Columbus 
will lead the rosary at 4 pm. The polka mass celebration of life at St. 
Michael’s will be held at 10:30 on Monday morning, followed by inurnment
 at the La Crosse City Cemetery.&nbsp;

The family respectfully requests all visitation and memorial service attendees wear masks.

Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well,&nbsp;please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.

In remembrance of Francis, the family asks that you pay a kindness forward.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com">www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634137044127.jpeg" alt="Francis B. Schaffer" />
 <figcaption>Francis B. Schaffer</figcaption>
 </figure>Francis B. Schaffer was born on September 27, 1928, in his family’s 
farmhouse near Loretto, KS, on a farm&nbsp;that&nbsp;he loved to visit on his 
subsequent birthdays. He left us&nbsp;on Saturday, October 9,&nbsp;just two weeks 
after a family celebration of his 93rd birthday.&nbsp;His wife of 71 years 
Alverna was by his side when he took his last breath on this side of heaven. 
She survives.Francis&nbsp;was born to Frank and Barbara (Urban) Schaffer and he&nbsp;was a 
lifelong farmer,&nbsp;carpenter, welder,&nbsp;inventor,&nbsp;intuitive engineer, 
comedian/jokester, and a boisterous connoisseur of polka music and good 
beer. Francis grew up on the family farm at Loretto and learned his 
many "Jack-of-all-trades" skills from his father.&nbsp; He attended grade 
school in and graduated high school from Bison, KS.&nbsp;He met his wife 
Alverna at a dance, which was to be a lifelong passion for both of 
them.&nbsp; Francis was a devout Catholic and was a Fourth Degree member of 
the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp;Farming in Lane County, Francis and Alverna raised six children, 
wheat and angus cattle.&nbsp; During these years, they also avidly pursued 
their dancing pleasure following several favorite bands in Nebraska and 
beginning what is probably the greatest polka music library ever 
collected, including LP records, 8-tracks, cassettes and cds!&nbsp; After 25 
years, they retired from the farm and moved to Garden City, KS, where 
Francis was often the Top Salesman at Burtis Motor Company. In 1984 
Francis and Alverna decided to follow several of their siblings to Round
 Rock, Texas, where Francis and his brother Raymond began "The Handy 
Pair" business, doing odd jobs during the construction boom that was 
happening in Austin at that time. &nbsp;If Raymond could not join Francis on 
the job, Alverna was the other half of the Handy Pair!&nbsp;In 1991 Kansas was calling them back and they returned to their 
roots, landing in La Crosse, KS, where they have been living ever 
since.&nbsp; Francis loved being back in Rush County where he and Alverna 
began collecting family history.&nbsp; Being bilingual, they were able to 
interview many to seek the history of their German heritage. Never one 
to "retire", Francis also worked in La Crosse, with Leland Bisterfeldt 
doing his handy work for many years.Francis was preceded in death by an infant sister, Eleanor, his 
parents, Frank and Barbara, a sister, Mary (Schaffer) Jones, two 
brothers, Clarence and John Schaffer, grandson, Trevor Messenger, and 
son-in-law, Van Brighton. &nbsp;He leaves behind his wife, Alverna, children, 
Jan Brighton of La Crosse, KS, Colette (Burton) Schauf of Columbia, MO, 
Jill (Mike) Bogard of Lawrence, KS, Rory (Janis) Schaffer of Topeka, KS,
 Eric Schaffer of Topeka, KS, and Gina (Warren) Cannon of Georgetown, 
TX, eighteen grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren, and one 
brother, Raymond Schaffer of La Crosse, KS.&nbsp;The family will greet friends on Sunday, October 17, from 3-7 p.m. at
 St Michael’s Catholic Church in La Crosse, KS. The Knights of Columbus 
will lead the rosary at 4 pm. The polka mass celebration of life at St. 
Michael’s will be held at 10:30 on Monday morning, followed by inurnment
 at the La Crosse City Cemetery.&nbsp;The family respectfully requests all visitation and memorial service attendees wear masks.Social distancing is recommended.Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well,&nbsp;please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.In remembrance of Francis, the family asks that you pay a kindness forward.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com">www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Francis B. Schaffer

Jeannie Marie (Laevenstein) Hamrick of Plainville, Kansas passed away 
unexpectedly on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at her mother’s home in 
Hoxie, Kansas. She was born into the family of Donald and Janet 
(Diederich) Laevenstein on February 12, 1974. She was joined by a baby 
sister Shelly, nine months later. Don and Janet loved and welcomed 
their daughters into their hearts. They made their home in Hoxie, 
Kansas. Jeannie attended Hoxie Grade School and Hoxie High School 
graduating with the class of 1992. After graduation, Jeannie attended 
Cloud County Community College. Jeannie earned an Associate’s Degree in
 Hospitatlity and Hotel Management. During her course of study, she 
went to several large cities including New York City which was a 
highlight in her life. Jeannie was baptized at the St. Frances Cabrini 
Catholic Church, Hoxie where she was confirmed and took her first 
communion.
 Jeannie worked at the Sheridan County Health Complex in the kitchen 
and housekeeping departments. Most of her life she spent as a 
homemaker. She loved her house plants and flowers. She had a green 
thumb and could grow most anything. Jeannie had many health conditions,
 but she was so caring, she worried more about other people and how they
 were doing. Jeannie’s family, including her puppy, Clyde was so 
important to her. 
 Jeannie is survived by her sister, Shelly Kuhn and husband Keith of 
Hoxie, Kansas; niece, Ashley Kuhn of Hoxie, Kansas ; nephew, Andrew Kuhn
 of Hoxie, Kansas; puppy, Clyde; and many relatives and friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Janet Laevenstein;
 grandparents, Gabe and Elizabeth Laevenstein, Julius and Mae Diederich.
 A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 2:00 
P.M., at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 9:00 A.M. until 1:45 P.M. at the 
funeral home with Family receiving friends from 1:00 P.M. to 1:45 P.M. 
with a Rosary to be held at 1:45 prior to the service. Interment will be
 in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery following the service. 
The family suggests memorials to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic 
Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home,
 PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of Comfort and caring may be 
left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.
 Jeannie’s life was not always easy. Now, she has made the journey 
home and is resting in the arms of her Lord and savior. She has no more
 pain, sadness or sorrow and will never hurt again. She has earned her 
wings, and God is taking care of her now. She is remembered with love.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Jeannie-Marie-Laevenstein-Hamrick?obId=22679646#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Jeannie Marie (Laevenstein) Hamrick of Plainville, Kansas passed away 
unexpectedly on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at her mother’s home in 
Hoxie, Kansas. She was born into the family of Donald and Janet 
(Diederich) Laevenstein on February 12, 1974. She was joined by a baby 
sister Shelly, nine months later. Don and Janet loved and welcomed 
their daughters into their hearts. They made their home in Hoxie, 
Kansas. Jeannie attended Hoxie Grade School and Hoxie High School 
graduating with the class of 1992. After graduation, Jeannie attended 
Cloud County Community College. Jeannie earned an Associate’s Degree in
 Hospitatlity and Hotel Management. During her course of study, she 
went to several large cities including New York City which was a 
highlight in her life. Jeannie was baptized at the St. Frances Cabrini 
Catholic Church, Hoxie where she was confirmed and took her first 
communion.
 Jeannie worked at the Sheridan County Health Complex in the kitchen 
and housekeeping departments. Most of her life she spent as a 
homemaker. She loved her house plants and flowers. She had a green 
thumb and could grow most anything. Jeannie had many health conditions,
 but she was so caring, she worried more about other people and how they
 were doing. Jeannie’s family, including her puppy, Clyde was so 
important to her. 
 Jeannie is survived by her sister, Shelly Kuhn and husband Keith of 
Hoxie, Kansas; niece, Ashley Kuhn of Hoxie, Kansas ; nephew, Andrew Kuhn
 of Hoxie, Kansas; puppy, Clyde; and many relatives and friends.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Janet Laevenstein;
 grandparents, Gabe and Elizabeth Laevenstein, Julius and Mae Diederich.
 A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 2:00 
P.M., at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home. Visitation will be held 
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 9:00 A.M. until 1:45 P.M. at the 
funeral home with Family receiving friends from 1:00 P.M. to 1:45 P.M. 
with a Rosary to be held at 1:45 prior to the service. Interment will be
 in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery following the service. 
The family suggests memorials to the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic 
Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home,
 PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of Comfort and caring may be 
left at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.
 Jeannie’s life was not always easy. Now, she has made the journey 
home and is resting in the arms of her Lord and savior. She has no more
 pain, sadness or sorrow and will never hurt again. She has earned her 
wings, and God is taking care of her now. She is remembered with love.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Jeannie-Marie-Laevenstein-Hamrick?obId=22679646#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Carlene Landis passed into her loving Savior’s arms on Wednesday, 
October 6th, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her family and friends were blessed to have 
Carlene's love and support for 72 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Although heartbroken, her 
family rejoices in knowing she is at peace in her heavenly home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carlene&nbsp;&nbsp;was the beloved daughter of Leonard and Esther (Mai) 
Stettinger who&nbsp;preceded her in death, along with a precious infant 
daughter, Lori Landis.&nbsp;&nbsp;Carlene is&nbsp;survived by her husband Larry Landis 
of 54 years, her sons Chris (Missy) of Olathe, KS,&nbsp;Chad (Carolynn) of 
Severna Park, MD, and her 4 cherished grandchildren, Christine, 
Iain,&nbsp;Jeffrey, and Grace.&nbsp;&nbsp;Additionally, she is survived by her sister, 
Linda Dodson (Arnel) of&nbsp;Olathe, KS and her brother, John Stettinger 
(Sherry) of Great Bend, KS as well as many&nbsp;wonderful nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carlene's passions centered on family, faith, 
and treasured moments including time at&nbsp;the beach or traveling with her 
husband and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed volunteering at church on&nbsp;the praise 
&amp; worship team and the children's ministry.&nbsp;&nbsp;In her professional 
life, Carlene&nbsp;worked for over 20 years in the healthcare field serving 
others in the medical laboratory at&nbsp;Halstead Hospital and Lancaster 
General Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carlene’s deep abiding faith sustained 
her during two battles with breast cancer (2000 &amp;&nbsp;2018).&nbsp;&nbsp;Both 
times, she was healed, God is good!!!&nbsp;&nbsp;Continuing the fight against 
cancer, the&nbsp;family plans on walking in their 22nd year of Relay For Life
 and driving cancer patients to&nbsp;their treatments (Road to Recovery).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Carlene's life at a 
memorial service on&nbsp;October 23rd, 2 PM at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her remains will be interred at the&nbsp;family plot in Hoisington 
Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carlene’s 
memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer's 
Association in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634416454231.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Carlene Landis passed into her loving Savior’s arms on Wednesday, 
October 6th, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her family and friends were blessed to have 
Carlene's love and support for 72 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Although heartbroken, her 
family rejoices in knowing she is at peace in her heavenly home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Carlene&nbsp;&nbsp;was the beloved daughter of Leonard and Esther (Mai) 
Stettinger who&nbsp;preceded her in death, along with a precious infant 
daughter, Lori Landis.&nbsp;&nbsp;Carlene is&nbsp;survived by her husband Larry Landis 
of 54 years, her sons Chris (Missy) of Olathe, KS,&nbsp;Chad (Carolynn) of 
Severna Park, MD, and her 4 cherished grandchildren, Christine, 
Iain,&nbsp;Jeffrey, and Grace.&nbsp;&nbsp;Additionally, she is survived by her sister, 
Linda Dodson (Arnel) of&nbsp;Olathe, KS and her brother, John Stettinger 
(Sherry) of Great Bend, KS as well as many&nbsp;wonderful nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;Carlene's passions centered on family, faith, 
and treasured moments including time at&nbsp;the beach or traveling with her 
husband and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;She enjoyed volunteering at church on&nbsp;the praise 
&amp; worship team and the children's ministry.&nbsp;&nbsp;In her professional 
life, Carlene&nbsp;worked for over 20 years in the healthcare field serving 
others in the medical laboratory at&nbsp;Halstead Hospital and Lancaster 
General Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;Carlene’s deep abiding faith sustained 
her during two battles with breast cancer (2000 &amp;&nbsp;2018).&nbsp;&nbsp;Both 
times, she was healed, God is good!!!&nbsp;&nbsp;Continuing the fight against 
cancer, the&nbsp;family plans on walking in their 22nd year of Relay For Life
 and driving cancer patients to&nbsp;their treatments (Road to Recovery).&nbsp;&nbsp;Family and friends are invited to celebrate Carlene's life at a 
memorial service on&nbsp;October 23rd, 2 PM at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her remains will be interred at the&nbsp;family plot in Hoisington 
Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carlene’s 
memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer's 
Association in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, 
Hoisington, KS 67544.&nbsp;

Carlene Landis

February 24, 1938
 -
 October 15, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

February 24, 1938
 -
 October 15, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Dorothy Sprenkel

Johnny Lee “John” Ireland, age 72 of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. He was born September 3, 1949, in Concordia, Kansas, to John A. and Marjorie F. (Beaushaw) Ireland. John graduated from Natoma High School in 1967. Played football at Butler County Community College, and later graduated from Fort Hays State. John worked for several companies in sales positions throughout his career. They included Baker Oilfield Tools, RayBestos, Standard Automotive, and Crawford Supply. John was a veteran of the US Air Force serving during the Vietnam Era and taught for the SERE program at Fairchild AFB. He enjoyed Golf and was a long-time member of Smoky Hill Country Club in Hays as well as an avid K-State football fan. John is survived by a son, Tanner Ireland of Ohio; a step daughter , Sara Sharpe of Hays; a step son, Scott Sharpe of Topeka, KS ; a brother, Gregg Ireland and wife Carol of Topeka; and two nieces, Jackie Ireland of Wichita and Jessie Ireland of Topeka. John was preceded in death by his parents and Nephew Ezekiel Ireland. Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a> Services are to be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634416016889.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Johnny Lee “John” Ireland, age 72 of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. He was born September 3, 1949, in Concordia, Kansas, to John A. and Marjorie F. (Beaushaw) Ireland. John graduated from Natoma High School in 1967. Played football at Butler County Community College, and later graduated from Fort Hays State. John worked for several companies in sales positions throughout his career. They included Baker Oilfield Tools, RayBestos, Standard Automotive, and Crawford Supply. John was a veteran of the US Air Force serving during the Vietnam Era and taught for the SERE program at Fairchild AFB. He enjoyed Golf and was a long-time member of Smoky Hill Country Club in Hays as well as an avid K-State football fan. John is survived by a son, Tanner Ireland of Ohio; a step daughter , Sara Sharpe of Hays; a step son, Scott Sharpe of Topeka, KS ; a brother, Gregg Ireland and wife Carol of Topeka; and two nieces, Jackie Ireland of Wichita and Jessie Ireland of Topeka. John was preceded in death by his parents and Nephew Ezekiel Ireland. Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Hospice. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes, PO Box 86, Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a> Services are to be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Johnny Lee 'John' Ireland

Sharlett Jill Webster, age 60, of Hanston, KS died Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at HaysMed - Hays.&nbsp; She was born on March 18th, 1961 to Dewey and Lee Webster in Larned, KS.

Sharlett moved with her parents and brothers as a toddler to Tucson, Arizona where she started school and graduated from Flowing Wells Schools. She attended the University of Arizona and had a career as a Real Estate Agent. Sharlett made friends with her best friends in School and the “Wild Bunch” have supported each other through thick and thin throughout their lives.

Sharlett moved back to her hometown with her 2 younger children and started a new life in her maternal grandparents’ marital home. Sharlett cared for many of the people in the Hanston area that knew or took care of Sharlett as a child. She provided much love and hospice caregiving for some of Hanston’s most treasured residents.

Sharlett endured many medical issues and setbacks in the later part of her life. In spite of these issues there became a great need for one of her relatives who needed a good home and family to grow up with, this is when cousin Jay Morgan came to live with Sharlett and Marc at the age of 6 and is 14 at this writing.

A small private family service was held in Jetmore on October 7th. In lieu of flowers or a public service, the family has requested donations be made to the Hanston State Bank in Hanston, KS where a fund has been setup for Jay to access when he comes of age. A service will be held for the rest of the family in Tucson upon the return of her ashes.

Sharlett is survived by her 4 children Chelsey Bishop of Tucson; Zach Bishop of Manhattan, KS; Jacey Bishop of Portland, Oregon and Jay Morgan of Hanston, KS. Sharlett left behind her husband of 14 years, Marc Reed of Hanston, KS. Sharlett leaves her 4 brothers, Randy Webster of Tucson, AZ; Rocky Webster of Tucson, AZ; Darby Webster, of Pearce, AZ and Shannon Webster of Pearce, AZ.

Cremation services provided by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634415959099.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Sharlett Jill Webster, age 60, of Hanston, KS died Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at HaysMed - Hays.&nbsp; She was born on March 18th, 1961 to Dewey and Lee Webster in Larned, KS.Sharlett moved with her parents and brothers as a toddler to Tucson, Arizona where she started school and graduated from Flowing Wells Schools. She attended the University of Arizona and had a career as a Real Estate Agent. Sharlett made friends with her best friends in School and the “Wild Bunch” have supported each other through thick and thin throughout their lives.Sharlett moved back to her hometown with her 2 younger children and started a new life in her maternal grandparents’ marital home. Sharlett cared for many of the people in the Hanston area that knew or took care of Sharlett as a child. She provided much love and hospice caregiving for some of Hanston’s most treasured residents.Sharlett endured many medical issues and setbacks in the later part of her life. In spite of these issues there became a great need for one of her relatives who needed a good home and family to grow up with, this is when cousin Jay Morgan came to live with Sharlett and Marc at the age of 6 and is 14 at this writing.A small private family service was held in Jetmore on October 7th. In lieu of flowers or a public service, the family has requested donations be made to the Hanston State Bank in Hanston, KS where a fund has been setup for Jay to access when he comes of age. A service will be held for the rest of the family in Tucson upon the return of her ashes.Sharlett is survived by her 4 children Chelsey Bishop of Tucson; Zach Bishop of Manhattan, KS; Jacey Bishop of Portland, Oregon and Jay Morgan of Hanston, KS. Sharlett left behind her husband of 14 years, Marc Reed of Hanston, KS. Sharlett leaves her 4 brothers, Randy Webster of Tucson, AZ; Rocky Webster of Tucson, AZ; Darby Webster, of Pearce, AZ and Shannon Webster of Pearce, AZ.Cremation services provided by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Sharlett Jill Webster

Roberta Humphreys, 60, of Topeka, Kan., went to be with the Lord on 
Wednesday, October 13, 2021, due to issues with COPD. She was born in 
1961, in Salina, to Everett and Wanda (Crook) Humphreys.

Roberta worked for the State of Kansas for many years, including the 
Kansas Neurological Institute. She was a believer and loved to testify 
and give praises to the Lord.

She is survived by her sister, Peggy Amon; nieces, Misty Tersiner and
 her daughter, Ashlyn, and Julie Bretado (Alfonso) and her children, 
Mariana and Elian; nephew, Zachariah Humphreys.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Walter; and nephew, Christopher Tersiner.

A memorial service will be at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at
 Ryan Mortuary, Salina. A private burial will be in Heart Land Prairie 
Cemetery, Niles, Kan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Midland Care Connection,
 Salvation Army or the Rescue Mission, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Roberta Humphreys, 60, of Topeka, Kan., went to be with the Lord on 
Wednesday, October 13, 2021, due to issues with COPD. She was born in 
1961, in Salina, to Everett and Wanda (Crook) Humphreys.Roberta worked for the State of Kansas for many years, including the 
Kansas Neurological Institute. She was a believer and loved to testify 
and give praises to the Lord.She is survived by her sister, Peggy Amon; nieces, Misty Tersiner and
 her daughter, Ashlyn, and Julie Bretado (Alfonso) and her children, 
Mariana and Elian; nephew, Zachariah Humphreys.She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Walter; and nephew, Christopher Tersiner.A memorial service will be at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at
 Ryan Mortuary, Salina. A private burial will be in Heart Land Prairie 
Cemetery, Niles, Kan.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Midland Care Connection,
 Salvation Army or the Rescue Mission, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Roberta Humphreys

Patricia Barraza, 69, passed away on Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in
 San Antonio, Texas.&nbsp; She was born on Nov. 21, 1951, in Scott City, the daughter of David and Virginia Cibulski Moffet.

A 
resident of Wichita, since 2013 moving from Garden City, 
she was a homemaker.

On Aug. 29, 1970, she married Antonio Barraza in Leoti. He passed away on Nov. 12, 2011, in Wichita.

Survivors include her two daughters - Ginny Barraza of Wichita, Stephanie Barraza of Harlan, Ky., one brother - Robert 
Moffet of Tucson, Ariz., one sister - Linda Moffet James of Watseka, 
Ill., two daughter-in-laws - Barbara Glenn of Wichita, Quinn
 Barraza of San Antonio, Texas, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one son - Tony J. Barraza.

Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 ,
at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, with Fr. Tim 
Hickey presiding.

Memorials can be made to the Patricia Barraza Memorial Fund in care 
of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, KS, 67861.

Interment will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti.

Visitation will be from 1 until 5 p.m. at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, Fourth &amp; J streets in Leoti.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634333907087.png" alt="Patricia Barraza" />
 <figcaption>Patricia Barraza</figcaption>
 </figure>Patricia Barraza, 69, passed away on Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in
 San Antonio, Texas.&nbsp; She was born on Nov. 21, 1951, in Scott City, the daughter of David and Virginia Cibulski Moffet.A 
resident of Wichita, since 2013 moving from Garden City, 
she was a homemaker.On Aug. 29, 1970, she married Antonio Barraza in Leoti. He passed away on Nov. 12, 2011, in Wichita.Survivors include her two daughters - Ginny Barraza of Wichita, Stephanie Barraza of Harlan, Ky., one brother - Robert 
Moffet of Tucson, Ariz., one sister - Linda Moffet James of Watseka, 
Ill., two daughter-in-laws - Barbara Glenn of Wichita, Quinn
 Barraza of San Antonio, Texas, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one son - Tony J. Barraza.Vigil services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti.Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 ,
at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, with Fr. Tim 
Hickey presiding.Memorials can be made to the Patricia Barraza Memorial Fund in care 
of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161, Leoti, KS, 67861.Interment will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti.Visitation will be from 1 until 5 p.m. at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, Fourth &amp; J streets in Leoti.

Patricia Barraza

Randall “Randy” Lee Clark, 51, passed away on Oct. 10, 2021, at Denver Health, Denver. He was born on Feb. 18, 1970, to Don and Lucille (Philbern) Clark. Randy married Cynthia McIntosh on June 12, 2004, in Great Bend. She survives.

A life-time resident of Great Bend, Randy was the business owner of RC Computers. He was a member of Encounter Church. Randy enjoyed flying drones, camping, fishing, instrumental music and cryptocurrency.

Survivors include Cynthia Clark, of the home; his mother, Lucille Clark; son, Seth Burress and fiance Lydia Berger of Great Bend; a daughter, Sharon Burress and partner Daniel Rodriguez of Hoisington; sisters, Pam Thomas of Wichita, Kristi Clark of Great Bend; brothers, Scott (Lupe) Clark of Houston, Rick Clark of Pratt; and grandchildren, Leah Sullivan, Lance Sullivan, Lilly Sullivan. He is preceded in death by his father.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place.

Memorial service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend.

Memorials have been designated to the expense fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634333605183.jpeg" alt="Randall “Randy” Lee Clark" />
 <figcaption>Randall “Randy” Lee Clark</figcaption>
 </figure>Randall “Randy” Lee Clark, 51, passed away on Oct. 10, 2021, at Denver Health, Denver. He was born on Feb. 18, 1970, to Don and Lucille (Philbern) Clark. Randy married Cynthia McIntosh on June 12, 2004, in Great Bend. She survives.A life-time resident of Great Bend, Randy was the business owner of RC Computers. He was a member of Encounter Church. Randy enjoyed flying drones, camping, fishing, instrumental music and cryptocurrency.Survivors include Cynthia Clark, of the home; his mother, Lucille Clark; son, Seth Burress and fiance Lydia Berger of Great Bend; a daughter, Sharon Burress and partner Daniel Rodriguez of Hoisington; sisters, Pam Thomas of Wichita, Kristi Clark of Great Bend; brothers, Scott (Lupe) Clark of Houston, Rick Clark of Pratt; and grandchildren, Leah Sullivan, Lance Sullivan, Lilly Sullivan. He is preceded in death by his father.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place.Memorial service will be at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend.Memorials have been designated to the expense fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Randall 'Randy' Lee Clark

Betty L. (Schemm) McLaren, 87, of Hays, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. She was born March 21, 1934, in WaKeeney, the daughter of Joseph and Eva (Schwien) Schemm.&nbsp; On Jan. 16, 1954, she married Merle R. McLaren in Wichita.bThey were together for 67 years, and were blessed with 10 wonderful children.

Betty was a homemaker, and a selfless mother. Her primary concern in life was always the welfare of her family. She loved people in general, and doted on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a graduate of Trego High School, WaKeeney. Her husband Merle was a career member of the USAF, and together with their growing family traveled to many areas of the free world.

Survivors include her husband, Merle R. McLaren, of the home; her children, Terrence K. McLaren and wife, Carla, Fort Meyers, Fla.; Laurie A. Johnson and husband, Kris, Hawaii; Debra A. McLaren, Hays; Erin P. Filbert and husband, Myron, Ness City; Nita M. Tan and husband Mark, Moore, Okla.; Daniel J. McLaren and wife, Lisa, Hays; Michael J. McLaren and wife, Arlena, Baldwin City; Keri A. McLaren and Charlie Stephens, Dodge City; Eva M. Parrott and husband. Richard, Hays; 13 grandchildren, Celisa Johnson, Wichita; Christopher Johnson and wife. Stephanie, Ellis; Krina Reinert and husband, Chad, Ness City; Leah Rodriguez and husband, Hector, Ness City; Kristen Karst and husband, T.J., Hays; Emma McLaren, Knoxville, Tenn.; &nbsp;Jillian McLaren, Baldwin City; Josselyn Dunagan and husband, Colby, Scott City; Jaelyn McLaren and wife, Emily, Little Elm, Texas; Jessie McLaren, Moore, Okla.; Rachel Linenberger and husband, Ross, Hays; Haley Parrott, Hays; Traven Parrott, Hays; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Harold Schemm; two sons, Sean P. McLaren and Joel T. McLaren; and a grandchild, Desirae Filbert.

There will be a celebration of Betty’s life along with inurnment at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: Hays Medical Center Foundation in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to 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 guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634333240002.jpeg" alt="Betty L. (Schemm) McLaren" />
 <figcaption>Betty L. (Schemm) McLaren</figcaption>
 </figure>Betty L. (Schemm) McLaren, 87, of Hays, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. She was born March 21, 1934, in WaKeeney, the daughter of Joseph and Eva (Schwien) Schemm.&nbsp; On Jan. 16, 1954, she married Merle R. McLaren in Wichita.bThey were together for 67 years, and were blessed with 10 wonderful children.Betty was a homemaker, and a selfless mother. Her primary concern in life was always the welfare of her family. She loved people in general, and doted on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a graduate of Trego High School, WaKeeney. Her husband Merle was a career member of the USAF, and together with their growing family traveled to many areas of the free world.Survivors include her husband, Merle R. McLaren, of the home; her children, Terrence K. McLaren and wife, Carla, Fort Meyers, Fla.; Laurie A. Johnson and husband, Kris, Hawaii; Debra A. McLaren, Hays; Erin P. Filbert and husband, Myron, Ness City; Nita M. Tan and husband Mark, Moore, Okla.; Daniel J. McLaren and wife, Lisa, Hays; Michael J. McLaren and wife, Arlena, Baldwin City; Keri A. McLaren and Charlie Stephens, Dodge City; Eva M. Parrott and husband. Richard, Hays; 13 grandchildren, Celisa Johnson, Wichita; Christopher Johnson and wife. Stephanie, Ellis; Krina Reinert and husband, Chad, Ness City; Leah Rodriguez and husband, Hector, Ness City; Kristen Karst and husband, T.J., Hays; Emma McLaren, Knoxville, Tenn.; &nbsp;Jillian McLaren, Baldwin City; Josselyn Dunagan and husband, Colby, Scott City; Jaelyn McLaren and wife, Emily, Little Elm, Texas; Jessie McLaren, Moore, Okla.; Rachel Linenberger and husband, Ross, Hays; Haley Parrott, Hays; Traven Parrott, Hays; and 17 great-grandchildren.Betty was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Harold Schemm; two sons, Sean P. McLaren and Joel T. McLaren; and a grandchild, Desirae Filbert.There will be a celebration of Betty’s life along with inurnment at a later date.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made payable to: Hays Medical Center Foundation in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to 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 guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.</a>

Betty L. (Schemm) McLaren


                 Leon Wesley Schroeder, 53, of Levant, died Wednesday, 
Oct. 13, 2021, at Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence, Mo. He 
was born Jan. 16, 1968, in Colby, to Robert L. Schroeder, Sr. and
 Helen (Jensen) Schroeder. 

Leon was a farmer, he also ran cattle and 
enjoyed running the combine. He was a member of Masons, Isis Shrine, 
Sons of the American Legion, and the Elks. Leon enjoyed attending as 
many Brewster sports as he could and traveling with the Brewster High 
School seniors, as a sponsor, to Mexico for senior trips. In his spare 
time, he also enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing and gambling. 
Leon was preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Rasmus and Sarah
 Jensen and Leon and Protus Schroeder; aunts and uncles, Ken and Chris
 Weed, Marvin and Mary Garrett, John Schroeder and Keith Frodin; and 
cousins, Rick Schroeder, Bill Frodin, Gloria Ribordy and Linda Roesch. 
He is survived by his mother, Helen Schroeder, of Levant; brother Robert
 Schroeder Jr., of Levant; aunts, Lois Anne Frodin, of Goodland and 
Betty Schroeder, of Colby, and numerous cousins. 
Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will take place at the Colby
 United Methodist Church in the coming weeks. The family requests you 
dress casual as Leon preferred.

Memorials may be made to the St. Thomas 
Lodge and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701.

For information or condolences, visit <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com">www.baalmannmortuary.com.</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/10/1634244729459.jpeg" alt=" Leon Wesley Schroeder" />
 <figcaption> Leon Wesley Schroeder</figcaption>
 </figure>
 Leon Wesley Schroeder, 53, of Levant, died Wednesday, 
Oct. 13, 2021, at Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence, Mo. He 
was born Jan. 16, 1968, in Colby, to Robert L. Schroeder, Sr. and
 Helen (Jensen) Schroeder. Leon was a farmer, he also ran cattle and 
enjoyed running the combine. He was a member of Masons, Isis Shrine, 
Sons of the American Legion, and the Elks. Leon enjoyed attending as 
many Brewster sports as he could and traveling with the Brewster High 
School seniors, as a sponsor, to Mexico for senior trips. In his spare 
time, he also enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing and gambling. 
Leon was preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Rasmus and Sarah
 Jensen and Leon and Protus Schroeder; aunts and uncles, Ken and Chris
 Weed, Marvin and Mary Garrett, John Schroeder and Keith Frodin; and 
cousins, Rick Schroeder, Bill Frodin, Gloria Ribordy and Linda Roesch. 
He is survived by his mother, Helen Schroeder, of Levant; brother Robert
 Schroeder Jr., of Levant; aunts, Lois Anne Frodin, of Goodland and 
Betty Schroeder, of Colby, and numerous cousins. 
Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will take place at the Colby
 United Methodist Church in the coming weeks. The family requests you 
dress casual as Leon preferred.Memorials may be made to the St. Thomas 
Lodge and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701.For information or condolences, visit <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com">www.baalmannmortuary.com.</a>

Leon Wesley Schroeder

Robert Charles Metzker, 57, passed away on Oct. 13, 2021, at his home in Ness City, surrounded by his wife, mother, and children, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Rob was born on Dec. 23, 1963, in Boulder, Colo., the son of Robert F. and Helen (Prose) Metzker.

He went to grade school and high school in Boulder and graduated a year early from Fairview High School in 1982, due to the school allowing night classes. Rob moved to a farm south of Beeler, Kan., to help his grandmother with farming, as his grandfather had passed away the prior year.

Rob enjoyed living in the quiet community so much that he decided to stay and make a living by farming, raising cattle, building fences, and helping other farmers in the community. Rob met Donna (Koerner) Hembree in 1984 in Ness City and began their life together and raised her three children. They were married on July 24, 1999.

Robert could do anything and there were no challenges that he wouldn’t take on. He incorporated his father’s love of math and science and his grandparent’s ability for invention, to direct his path. He bought and sold antiques, and he built and remodeled houses. These projects led him on to rebuilding old historic architectural buildings and some historical projects for the State of Kansas at Fort Riley and the Swedish Pavilion in Lindsborg. He also worked on many churches of all denominations, rebuilding the stained-glass windows and steeples. He was well known for his knowledge and expertise in window restoration.

As times changed and church finances changed, Rob had to change as well. He decided to follow a lifelong dream of drilling water wells for farmers to help them find water. Rob was a professional water witcher and a certified water well driller for the State of Kansas. Rob continued with his profession until his health started to decline with a rare and aggressive type of cancer. His passion and desire was to never give up, however, after a long battle with various chemotherapy treatments and surgery, he succumbed to this cancer.

Robert is survived by his wife, Donna of 22 years; his mother, Helen Hanks of Dighton; two sons, Derek Hembree of Long Beach, Calif., and Ryan Hembree and his wife, Andrea, of Blanchard, Okla.; one daughter, Jennifer Howard and her husband, Nathan, of Ellis; four grandchildren, Evan, Abbygail, and Isabella Hembree and Bennett Howard; and one sister, Rebecca Hansen and her husband, Brian, of Boulder, Colo.

Rob was preceded in death by his father, Robert F. Metzker and stepfather, Elmer Joe Hanks.

His funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, at Sacred Heart Church, Ness City. The Rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, also at the church, followed by the parish vigil at 7 p.m. Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021, and from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Church, Sacred Heart School, Sacred Heart Cemetery all of Ness City and the Hospice of the Prairie, Dodge City.

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 </figure>Robert Charles Metzker, 57, passed away on Oct. 13, 2021, at his home in Ness City, surrounded by his wife, mother, and children, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Rob was born on Dec. 23, 1963, in Boulder, Colo., the son of Robert F. and Helen (Prose) Metzker.He went to grade school and high school in Boulder and graduated a year early from Fairview High School in 1982, due to the school allowing night classes. Rob moved to a farm south of Beeler, Kan., to help his grandmother with farming, as his grandfather had passed away the prior year.Rob enjoyed living in the quiet community so much that he decided to stay and make a living by farming, raising cattle, building fences, and helping other farmers in the community. Rob met Donna (Koerner) Hembree in 1984 in Ness City and began their life together and raised her three children. They were married on July 24, 1999.Robert could do anything and there were no challenges that he wouldn’t take on. He incorporated his father’s love of math and science and his grandparent’s ability for invention, to direct his path. He bought and sold antiques, and he built and remodeled houses. These projects led him on to rebuilding old historic architectural buildings and some historical projects for the State of Kansas at Fort Riley and the Swedish Pavilion in Lindsborg. He also worked on many churches of all denominations, rebuilding the stained-glass windows and steeples. He was well known for his knowledge and expertise in window restoration.As times changed and church finances changed, Rob had to change as well. He decided to follow a lifelong dream of drilling water wells for farmers to help them find water. Rob was a professional water witcher and a certified water well driller for the State of Kansas. Rob continued with his profession until his health started to decline with a rare and aggressive type of cancer. His passion and desire was to never give up, however, after a long battle with various chemotherapy treatments and surgery, he succumbed to this cancer.Robert is survived by his wife, Donna of 22 years; his mother, Helen Hanks of Dighton; two sons, Derek Hembree of Long Beach, Calif., and Ryan Hembree and his wife, Andrea, of Blanchard, Okla.; one daughter, Jennifer Howard and her husband, Nathan, of Ellis; four grandchildren, Evan, Abbygail, and Isabella Hembree and Bennett Howard; and one sister, Rebecca Hansen and her husband, Brian, of Boulder, Colo.Rob was preceded in death by his father, Robert F. Metzker and stepfather, Elmer Joe Hanks.His funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, at Sacred Heart Church, Ness City. The Rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, also at the church, followed by the parish vigil at 7 p.m. Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021, and from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Church, Sacred Heart School, Sacred Heart Cemetery all of Ness City and the Hospice of the Prairie, Dodge City.

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