*********Masks are suggested for all services.

Lifelong Sherman County resident Jim Flanders, 86 passed away 
peacefully on the Kuhrt Ranch, August 31, 2021. He was an only child, 
born to Raleigh B. Flanders and Gertrude (Kuhrt) Flanders on June 17, 
1935.

Jim was born into an industrious family that started the legacy of 
the Kuhrt Ranch in 1892. His mother was a schoolteacher, the only 
sibling of four in the family to marry, and Jim was the only descendant.
 He was a treasured son and nephew.

Along with his family, Jim spent much of his childhood working with 
livestock and showing cattle at the Denver Stock Show, the Kansas City 
Royal, and numerous state and county fairs.

He later graduated from Edson High School in 1953, where he 
participated in basketball, football, baseball, track, student council, 
F.F.A., glee club, and the junior-senior play. His senior year, he was 
voted “Most Popular” in his class. &nbsp;Jim enjoyed the Edson community and 
continued those friendships throughout his life.

He spent his college days in Manhattan, Kansas, and graduated from 
Kansas State University in 1957 with a degree in Agriculture and Animal 
Husbandry. He was an honor student, member of Phi Kappa Phi, Gamma Sigma
 Delta and the recipient of the &nbsp;Capper Scholarship. Jim was part of the
 judging team, a member of Farmhouse fraternity, and was a cook and 
houseboy for Alpha Delta Pi sorority.

Shortly after graduation, he returned to the Kuhrt Ranch and met his 
future wife, Janice Meier, a schoolteacher and coach at Edson high 
school. They were married on May 23,1959. Jim and Jan accepted Christ 
shortly after they married. They intentionally lived their life for 
Jesus at home and by serving others.

To this union, there was one daughter, Fawn, and two sons, Blake and 
Brent and an adopted son, Mark. In the 47 years of marriage to Jan, they
 spent much of their time attending their children’s activities which 
included sports, music, and 4-H projects at the county fair. Jim had a 
passion for livestock and gardening and was a mentor for many young 
people. He was encouraged to see the legacy continue on the farm with 
his grandson, Paul Flanders and granddaughter, Sarah Starns, and six 
great grandchildren.

Jim’s wife, Jan, had a two-year battle with cancer and passed away on
 November 20, 2006. Soon after, he remarried, Annette Franklin in 
December of 2007. &nbsp;He quickly became an extension of Annette’s Avon 
business and was known around town as the “Avon Man.” Jim was loved by 
all her children and families and shared many travels and visits with 
them.

In January of 2019, Jim came to Kansas City to stay with his 
daughter, Fawn, for cataract surgery. Shortly after his arrival, he was 
diagnosed with cancer and began treatment.

During Jim’s extended stay, he liked making new friends, going on 
daily outings and being pampered in his daughter’s home. His favorite 
things were to explore new restaurants and coffee shops around the city.

Jim returned to the farm in June and was honored and cared for by his
 son, Brent. He and his wife, Diana and family sacrificially supported 
him daily and took special care to ensure his end-of-life desires were 
fulfilled.

Jim was at peace in his relationship with the Lord and had faith in 
where he would be spending eternity. Attending church was a highlight of
 his week. He enjoyed the fellowship of family and friends and looked 
forward to hearing the weekly sermon by his son, Preacher Brent.

He enjoyed a special bond with Dale Schilling and Bob McKnight and treasured so many friendships throughout his life.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Raleigh and Gertrude (Kuhrt)
 Flanders, his wife Janice (Meier) Flanders, second wife Annette 
(Franklin) Flanders, son, Mark Flanders and granddaughter, Hannah Lee 
Flanders.

He is survived by his daughter and two sons and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Fawn Flanders(Charles) Fulk of Olathe, KS, and grandchildren, Cassie 
(Justin) Jordan of Overland Park, KS, and Connor Fulk of Olathe, KS. Bonus grandchildren and great grandchildren: Chad( Nicki) Fulk Lane and
 Brooklyn of Olathe, KS, Corey(Marietta) &nbsp;Fulk Nevaeh, Keegan, and Sylas
 of Olathe, KS, Chelsea (Jeff) Hatfield, Jaymin, Jettison, Jia, and 
Jagger of DeSoto, KS, Colby(Angie) Fulk and children Ryder, Hensley, and
 Waylon of Olathe, KS.&nbsp;

Blake (Risa) Flanders of Topeka, Kansas, and grandchildren Morgan of &nbsp;Memphis, TN, Chase and Pierce of Manhattan, KS.

Brent (Diana) Flanders and grandchildren Paul (Tess)Flanders and 
great-grandchildren Dylan, Bray, and Addy of Edson, KS, and 
Sarah (Andrew) Starns&nbsp; and great-grandchildren Tyler, Kate, and Tucker of
 Brewster, KS.&nbsp;

Grandchildren: (Children of Mark Flanders) Christian Flanders of 
Littleton, CO, Chandler Flanders of Grovetown, GA, Jaded Flanders, 
Augusta, GA, Major Flanders Augusta, GA and Jancee Flanders, McCormick, 
SC.

Annette’s Children: Lee Franklin and family of Goodland, KS, Lisa 
(Ric) Morrow and family of Olathe, KS, Liana (Jeff) Pauli and family of 
Derby, KS, and LaRee (Shawn) Smith of Valley View, TX.&nbsp;

Grands: Leandra (Ernesto) Amaya. &nbsp;Kendra (Trever) Shaw, Jessica 
(Brian) Jasper, Leah (Kody) Barger, Luke (Grace) Pauli, Taylor (Will) 
O’Keefe, &amp; Talia Morrow.

Great Grands: Kaylee (Richard) Bauman, Annalisa Garcia, Lorena 
Gill-Shaw, Taryn Shaw, Tyson Ochoa, Ava Amaya, Destiney Shaw, Payton 
Ochoa, Levi Amaya, Jace Shaw, Treyson Ochoa, Tobias Shaw.

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

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 </figure>*********Masks are suggested for all services.Lifelong Sherman County resident Jim Flanders, 86 passed away 
peacefully on the Kuhrt Ranch, August 31, 2021. He was an only child, 
born to Raleigh B. Flanders and Gertrude (Kuhrt) Flanders on June 17, 
1935.Jim was born into an industrious family that started the legacy of 
the Kuhrt Ranch in 1892. His mother was a schoolteacher, the only 
sibling of four in the family to marry, and Jim was the only descendant.
 He was a treasured son and nephew.Along with his family, Jim spent much of his childhood working with 
livestock and showing cattle at the Denver Stock Show, the Kansas City 
Royal, and numerous state and county fairs.He later graduated from Edson High School in 1953, where he 
participated in basketball, football, baseball, track, student council, 
F.F.A., glee club, and the junior-senior play. His senior year, he was 
voted “Most Popular” in his class. &nbsp;Jim enjoyed the Edson community and 
continued those friendships throughout his life.He spent his college days in Manhattan, Kansas, and graduated from 
Kansas State University in 1957 with a degree in Agriculture and Animal 
Husbandry. He was an honor student, member of Phi Kappa Phi, Gamma Sigma
 Delta and the recipient of the &nbsp;Capper Scholarship. Jim was part of the
 judging team, a member of Farmhouse fraternity, and was a cook and 
houseboy for Alpha Delta Pi sorority.Shortly after graduation, he returned to the Kuhrt Ranch and met his 
future wife, Janice Meier, a schoolteacher and coach at Edson high 
school. They were married on May 23,1959. Jim and Jan accepted Christ 
shortly after they married. They intentionally lived their life for 
Jesus at home and by serving others.To this union, there was one daughter, Fawn, and two sons, Blake and 
Brent and an adopted son, Mark. In the 47 years of marriage to Jan, they
 spent much of their time attending their children’s activities which 
included sports, music, and 4-H projects at the county fair. Jim had a 
passion for livestock and gardening and was a mentor for many young 
people. He was encouraged to see the legacy continue on the farm with 
his grandson, Paul Flanders and granddaughter, Sarah Starns, and six 
great grandchildren.Jim’s wife, Jan, had a two-year battle with cancer and passed away on
 November 20, 2006. Soon after, he remarried, Annette Franklin in 
December of 2007. &nbsp;He quickly became an extension of Annette’s Avon 
business and was known around town as the “Avon Man.” Jim was loved by 
all her children and families and shared many travels and visits with 
them.In January of 2019, Jim came to Kansas City to stay with his 
daughter, Fawn, for cataract surgery. Shortly after his arrival, he was 
diagnosed with cancer and began treatment.During Jim’s extended stay, he liked making new friends, going on 
daily outings and being pampered in his daughter’s home. His favorite 
things were to explore new restaurants and coffee shops around the city.Jim returned to the farm in June and was honored and cared for by his
 son, Brent. He and his wife, Diana and family sacrificially supported 
him daily and took special care to ensure his end-of-life desires were 
fulfilled.Jim was at peace in his relationship with the Lord and had faith in 
where he would be spending eternity. Attending church was a highlight of
 his week. He enjoyed the fellowship of family and friends and looked 
forward to hearing the weekly sermon by his son, Preacher Brent.He enjoyed a special bond with Dale Schilling and Bob McKnight and treasured so many friendships throughout his life.Preceding him in death were his parents, Raleigh and Gertrude (Kuhrt)
 Flanders, his wife Janice (Meier) Flanders, second wife Annette 
(Franklin) Flanders, son, Mark Flanders and granddaughter, Hannah Lee 
Flanders.He is survived by his daughter and two sons and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.Fawn Flanders(Charles) Fulk of Olathe, KS, and grandchildren, Cassie 
(Justin) Jordan of Overland Park, KS, and Connor Fulk of Olathe, KS. Bonus grandchildren and great grandchildren: Chad( Nicki) Fulk Lane and
 Brooklyn of Olathe, KS, Corey(Marietta) &nbsp;Fulk Nevaeh, Keegan, and Sylas
 of Olathe, KS, Chelsea (Jeff) Hatfield, Jaymin, Jettison, Jia, and 
Jagger of DeSoto, KS, Colby(Angie) Fulk and children Ryder, Hensley, and
 Waylon of Olathe, KS.&nbsp;Blake (Risa) Flanders of Topeka, Kansas, and grandchildren Morgan of &nbsp;Memphis, TN, Chase and Pierce of Manhattan, KS.Brent (Diana) Flanders and grandchildren Paul (Tess)Flanders and 
great-grandchildren Dylan, Bray, and Addy of Edson, KS, and 
Sarah (Andrew) Starns&nbsp; and great-grandchildren Tyler, Kate, and Tucker of
 Brewster, KS.&nbsp;Grandchildren: (Children of Mark Flanders) Christian Flanders of 
Littleton, CO, Chandler Flanders of Grovetown, GA, Jaded Flanders, 
Augusta, GA, Major Flanders Augusta, GA and Jancee Flanders, McCormick, 
SC.Annette’s Children: Lee Franklin and family of Goodland, KS, Lisa 
(Ric) Morrow and family of Olathe, KS, Liana (Jeff) Pauli and family of 
Derby, KS, and LaRee (Shawn) Smith of Valley View, TX.&nbsp;Grands: Leandra (Ernesto) Amaya. &nbsp;Kendra (Trever) Shaw, Jessica 
(Brian) Jasper, Leah (Kody) Barger, Luke (Grace) Pauli, Taylor (Will) 
O’Keefe, &amp; Talia Morrow.Great Grands: Kaylee (Richard) Bauman, Annalisa Garcia, Lorena 
Gill-Shaw, Taryn Shaw, Tyson Ochoa, Ava Amaya, Destiney Shaw, Payton 
Ochoa, Levi Amaya, Jace Shaw, Treyson Ochoa, Tobias Shaw.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Jim-Flanders">HERE</a> for service details.

Jim Flanders

Alberta Marie Sovereign, 73, left her earthly body surrounded by 
those she loved the most on Sept. 7, 2021, at Wesley Woodlawn Hospital, 
Wichita.&nbsp; She was born Jan. 31, 1948, in Eads, Col., to her hero Albert 
and his wife Mary (Harmon) Walter.&nbsp; If you knew Alberta, you knew Frank.
 The two were married on June 23, 1979, in Great Bend and spent the rest
 of their time together traveling and making memories with their 
daughter and beloved grandchildren.

Alberta, a resident of Ellinwood since 1984, came from humble 
beginnings and from the age of 12 never stopped working to support her 
family. She was always good with money, she would say “frugal” and not 
cheap, and let that guide her career after high school. Her natural and 
effortless understanding of money gave her a successful career as a 
bookkeeper for several businesses and banks including Farmers Bank and 
Trust, Great Bend, and most recently Community Bank of the Midwest, 
Great Bend, before her well-deserved retirement in 2018.

She was a proud child of Christ and attended CrossPoint Church, Great
 Bend, with Frank always by her side. She was an avid reader and enjoyed
 vacationing with Frank and her grandchildren. Alberta loved the 
mountains and spent her vacations in Colorado and Wyoming as well as the
 Black Hills of South Dakota.

For more than 32 years, she dedicated her life to her grandchildren. 
Mema, as she was known to her grandchild and all of their friends, and 
Frank would travel all across Kansas to support all of her 
grandchildren’s endeavors. From every type of ball game to plays and 
musicals, cheerleading events, graduations, and anything else they were 
involved in you could find Alberta and Frank in the middle of the 
stands… and she could yell and scream with the best of them.

She cherished the holidays with her family. During holiday events, 
she enjoyed sitting around the kitchen table playing dominos and 
listening to and laughing at the antics of her grandchildren. She 
enjoyed being teased by her grandsons and would play along in her own 
over-the-top way. Alberta loved the time she was able to spend with her 
daughter Tonya, the two developed a deep understanding of each other in 
the kitchen and would oftentimes work on preparing large and complex 
meals without ever having to discuss the planning or preparation and 
were able to focus on the more important conversations of life.

Survivors include her husband and best friend, Frank Eugene 
Sovereign, of the home; her daughter and closest confidant, Tonya Parks 
and husband Kenneth of Elkhart; one sister, Debbie McDaniel and husband 
Gary of Garden City; and the lights of her life, her three 
grandchildren, Tyler Parks, Whitney Parks and Cole Parks.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 10, 2021, at 
CrossPoint Church, Great Bend, with Pastor Clay Boepple presiding.&nbsp; 
Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche District Cemetery, Ellinwood.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, September 9, at 
Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to
 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 
Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Alberta Marie Sovereign, 73, left her earthly body surrounded by 
those she loved the most on Sept. 7, 2021, at Wesley Woodlawn Hospital, 
Wichita.&nbsp; She was born Jan. 31, 1948, in Eads, Col., to her hero Albert 
and his wife Mary (Harmon) Walter.&nbsp; If you knew Alberta, you knew Frank.
 The two were married on June 23, 1979, in Great Bend and spent the rest
 of their time together traveling and making memories with their 
daughter and beloved grandchildren.Alberta, a resident of Ellinwood since 1984, came from humble 
beginnings and from the age of 12 never stopped working to support her 
family. She was always good with money, she would say “frugal” and not 
cheap, and let that guide her career after high school. Her natural and 
effortless understanding of money gave her a successful career as a 
bookkeeper for several businesses and banks including Farmers Bank and 
Trust, Great Bend, and most recently Community Bank of the Midwest, 
Great Bend, before her well-deserved retirement in 2018.She was a proud child of Christ and attended CrossPoint Church, Great
 Bend, with Frank always by her side. She was an avid reader and enjoyed
 vacationing with Frank and her grandchildren. Alberta loved the 
mountains and spent her vacations in Colorado and Wyoming as well as the
 Black Hills of South Dakota.For more than 32 years, she dedicated her life to her grandchildren. 
Mema, as she was known to her grandchild and all of their friends, and 
Frank would travel all across Kansas to support all of her 
grandchildren’s endeavors. From every type of ball game to plays and 
musicals, cheerleading events, graduations, and anything else they were 
involved in you could find Alberta and Frank in the middle of the 
stands… and she could yell and scream with the best of them.She cherished the holidays with her family. During holiday events, 
she enjoyed sitting around the kitchen table playing dominos and 
listening to and laughing at the antics of her grandchildren. She 
enjoyed being teased by her grandsons and would play along in her own 
over-the-top way. Alberta loved the time she was able to spend with her 
daughter Tonya, the two developed a deep understanding of each other in 
the kitchen and would oftentimes work on preparing large and complex 
meals without ever having to discuss the planning or preparation and 
were able to focus on the more important conversations of life.Survivors include her husband and best friend, Frank Eugene 
Sovereign, of the home; her daughter and closest confidant, Tonya Parks 
and husband Kenneth of Elkhart; one sister, Debbie McDaniel and husband 
Gary of Garden City; and the lights of her life, her three 
grandchildren, Tyler Parks, Whitney Parks and Cole Parks.Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 10, 2021, at 
CrossPoint Church, Great Bend, with Pastor Clay Boepple presiding.&nbsp; 
Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche District Cemetery, Ellinwood.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, September 9, at 
Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to
 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 
Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Alberta Marie Sovereign

Glenn Allen Newcomer was born in Hays, KS, on August 25, 1942, to Ralph and Leila Newcomer. He passed away on Saturday, September 4th in Fort Scott. He was raised on the family farm in Russell, KS, where he grew to love the land. This led him to Kansas State University where he majored in animal husbandry. While there, he worked at their dairy barns and was a member of the Livestock Judging Team. At the Collegiate 4-H Club, he met Carol Tiffany, and they were married on August 14,1966. Together they were blessed with two daughters. Glenn was a member of the Air National guard for six years. He was the Bourbon County Extension Agent for 37 years retiring January 1, 2002. After retiring, he worked part time as a water quality manager at the Soil Conservation District for a few years. He was a gentle man, being completely honest and respectful of all the farmers and 4-Hers who had the privilege of working with him. Helping his daughters with their 4-H lambs, attending Rock Spring Ranch with them and teaching them photography techniques was a joy for him. He had a great time attending the school activities of his girls and grandchildren, along with following K-State Wildcat sports. He was proud to always have a green lawn free of dandelions and a plentiful garden. Glenn was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Bourbon County Fair Board, Methodist Men, and Kiwanis. Until his health failed, he volunteered at church as part of the Wednesday morning work crew. He also loved being a part of an early morning coffee group. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister. Survivors include his wife, Carol; his daughter, Kendra Clancy (Chris); daughter, Darcy Strong (Joe); grandchildren: Rebecca, Kaylin, Amber, Tristan, Emily, Alex, Jared, and Ethan; and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 10th from 5-7 p.m. at the Cheney Witt Chapel. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church.

Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The National Fragile X Foundation, First United Methodist Church, or Bourbon County Fair Association and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. 

Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

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 </figure>Glenn Allen Newcomer was born in Hays, KS, on August 25, 1942, to Ralph and Leila Newcomer. He passed away on Saturday, September 4th in Fort Scott. He was raised on the family farm in Russell, KS, where he grew to love the land. This led him to Kansas State University where he majored in animal husbandry. While there, he worked at their dairy barns and was a member of the Livestock Judging Team. At the Collegiate 4-H Club, he met Carol Tiffany, and they were married on August 14,1966. Together they were blessed with two daughters. Glenn was a member of the Air National guard for six years. He was the Bourbon County Extension Agent for 37 years retiring January 1, 2002. After retiring, he worked part time as a water quality manager at the Soil Conservation District for a few years. He was a gentle man, being completely honest and respectful of all the farmers and 4-Hers who had the privilege of working with him. Helping his daughters with their 4-H lambs, attending Rock Spring Ranch with them and teaching them photography techniques was a joy for him. He had a great time attending the school activities of his girls and grandchildren, along with following K-State Wildcat sports. He was proud to always have a green lawn free of dandelions and a plentiful garden. Glenn was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Bourbon County Fair Board, Methodist Men, and Kiwanis. Until his health failed, he volunteered at church as part of the Wednesday morning work crew. He also loved being a part of an early morning coffee group. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister. Survivors include his wife, Carol; his daughter, Kendra Clancy (Chris); daughter, Darcy Strong (Joe); grandchildren: Rebecca, Kaylin, Amber, Tristan, Emily, Alex, Jared, and Ethan; and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 10th from 5-7 p.m. at the Cheney Witt Chapel. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The National Fragile X Foundation, First United Methodist Church, or Bourbon County Fair Association and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Glenn Allen Newcomer

Donald Raymond Gideon, 69, of Lovington, New Mexico and formerly of Guymon, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021, at his home with his family by his side.

Donald was born July 31, 1952, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was the son of Herman and Helen (Wagner) Gideon.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School.

Donald was united in marriage to Pamela Pfannenstiel on May 26, 1972, in Russell.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a son, David.&nbsp; They made their home over the years in Great Bend, Kansas; Oklahoma, Cheyenne, Wyoming; Russell; Guymon, Oklahoma and Lovington, New Mexico.

Donald worked in the oil industry for Mobil Oil for over 20 years.&nbsp; He was a truck driver, Meter Tender and DOT Compliance Supervisor.&nbsp; He attended the Hill Crest Baptist Church in Lovington.&nbsp; Donald was a worker at heart and spent most of his time providing for his family.&nbsp; But in his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, wood working and cheering on his Kansas City Chiefs.

Donald’s surviving family include his wife of 49 years, Pamela of the home; son, David Gideon (Michelle) of Texhoma, Oklahoma; brothers, Darold Gideon (Corine) of Russell, Kansas and Glenn Gideon of Russell, Kansas; Tammy Witte of McPherson, Kansas; and two grandchildren, Eric Gideon and Christina Gideon.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents and sister Elaine Golightley.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Burial of Ashes will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday, September 10, 2021 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; 

A Memorial has been established with Light Of Lea County.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Donald Raymond Gideon, 69, of Lovington, New Mexico and formerly of Guymon, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021, at his home with his family by his side.Donald was born July 31, 1952, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was the son of Herman and Helen (Wagner) Gideon.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School.Donald was united in marriage to Pamela Pfannenstiel on May 26, 1972, in Russell.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a son, David.&nbsp; They made their home over the years in Great Bend, Kansas; Oklahoma, Cheyenne, Wyoming; Russell; Guymon, Oklahoma and Lovington, New Mexico.Donald worked in the oil industry for Mobil Oil for over 20 years.&nbsp; He was a truck driver, Meter Tender and DOT Compliance Supervisor.&nbsp; He attended the Hill Crest Baptist Church in Lovington.&nbsp; Donald was a worker at heart and spent most of his time providing for his family.&nbsp; But in his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, wood working and cheering on his Kansas City Chiefs.Donald’s surviving family include his wife of 49 years, Pamela of the home; son, David Gideon (Michelle) of Texhoma, Oklahoma; brothers, Darold Gideon (Corine) of Russell, Kansas and Glenn Gideon of Russell, Kansas; Tammy Witte of McPherson, Kansas; and two grandchildren, Eric Gideon and Christina Gideon.Donald was preceded in death by his parents and sister Elaine Golightley.A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Burial of Ashes will follow at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday, September 10, 2021 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established with Light Of Lea County.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Donald Raymond Gideon

Calvin Joseph Schumacher, age 70, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021, in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born May 15, 1951, to Paulinus and Luella (Kuhn) Schumacher in Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Calvin worked as a security guard. He enjoyed playing pool, especially at Shooters Billiards, competitive pistol shooting, skydiving, and he was a Tennessee Squire with the Jack Daniels Distillery.

Calvin is survived by one brother, Jay (Karen) Schumacher, Victoria; two sisters, Tonia Houghton, and Kenda Anderson, both of Hays; four nephews, Jeremiah Schumacher, Curtis Koerner, Chase Anderson, and Jacob Houghton; and one niece Kara Evins.

Graveside services will be 11 AM Saturday, September 11, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hays. A celebration gathering will be 10 AM until service time at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to HaysMed Hospice.

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

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 </figure>Calvin Joseph Schumacher, age 70, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021, in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born May 15, 1951, to Paulinus and Luella (Kuhn) Schumacher in Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp;Calvin worked as a security guard. He enjoyed playing pool, especially at Shooters Billiards, competitive pistol shooting, skydiving, and he was a Tennessee Squire with the Jack Daniels Distillery.Calvin is survived by one brother, Jay (Karen) Schumacher, Victoria; two sisters, Tonia Houghton, and Kenda Anderson, both of Hays; four nephews, Jeremiah Schumacher, Curtis Koerner, Chase Anderson, and Jacob Houghton; and one niece Kara Evins.He was preceded in death by his parents.Graveside services will be 11 AM Saturday, September 11, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hays. A celebration gathering will be 10 AM until service time at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.Family suggests memorial contributions be made to HaysMed Hospice.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Calvin Joseph Schumacher

John Riener, 42, of Atwood, Kan., died Sept. 4, 2021, in Phillipsburg, 
Kan. He was born March 10, 1979, at McCook Community Hospital to Karol 
and Patricia (Marintzer) Riener. John graduated from Herndon High School
 in 1997, Colby Community College in 1999, and Northwest Kansas Area 
Vocational Technical School in 2000. On May 10, 2008, he married Keri 
Waterman. To this union, two children, Barrett and Josie, were born. 
John was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Knights of 
Columbus in Atwood, Kan. 
John was a farmer and rancher. His love of cattle and farming began at 
an early age. He started building his own cattle herd while still in 
college. John enjoyed the freedom of being outside in the fresh air 
caring for his livestock. His pride in his work was evident as he told 
the history of each of his cows or bulls. John also looked forward to 
harvest each summer. He was part of a custom-cutting crew in high school
 and spoke often of their adventures. 
John’s faith and family were very important in his life. He enjoyed 
spending quality time with his brothers and sister. Being the eldest 
child, he was excited to follow their sporting events, college 
successes, and growing families. He always said his ultimate prayer was 
to have a family of his own. His children, Barrett and Josie, were his 
pride and joy. John enjoyed evening walks, silly conversations, intense 
basketball games, four-wheeler rides, board games, and movie nights with
 them. 
John was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Riener; brothers, 
Michael and Daniel Riener; grandparents, Harry and Margaret (Ketterl) 
Riener and Hubert and Doris (Janousek) Marintzer. John is survived by 
his wife, Keri, and children, Barrett and Josie, of Atwood, Kan. 
Survivors also include his father Karol Riener and wife, Jacqueline of 
Herndon, Kan.; brothers, James (Amy) Riener of Phillipsburg, Kan., and 
Jeffrey (Megan) Riener of Stockton, Kan.; sister, Jessica (Landon) 
Keller of Beaufort, S.C.; step-siblings, Calvin Hughes of Redmond, Wash.
 and Kayla Hughes of Manhattan, Kan.; parents-in-law, Martin and Jane 
Waterman of Atwood, Kan.; sister-in-law, Kristy (Tim) Plander of 
Lincoln, Neb.; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and 
friends. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021, at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church, in Herndon, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is 
10:00 a.m. Friday, September 10, 2021, also at St. Mary’s. Burial will 
take place in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Herndon.

In lieu of flowers,
 memorials may be made to the John Riener Children’s Education Fund and 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>John Riener, 42, of Atwood, Kan., died Sept. 4, 2021, in Phillipsburg, 
Kan. He was born March 10, 1979, at McCook Community Hospital to Karol 
and Patricia (Marintzer) Riener. John graduated from Herndon High School
 in 1997, Colby Community College in 1999, and Northwest Kansas Area 
Vocational Technical School in 2000. On May 10, 2008, he married Keri 
Waterman. To this union, two children, Barrett and Josie, were born. 
John was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Knights of 
Columbus in Atwood, Kan. 
John was a farmer and rancher. His love of cattle and farming began at 
an early age. He started building his own cattle herd while still in 
college. John enjoyed the freedom of being outside in the fresh air 
caring for his livestock. His pride in his work was evident as he told 
the history of each of his cows or bulls. John also looked forward to 
harvest each summer. He was part of a custom-cutting crew in high school
 and spoke often of their adventures. 
John’s faith and family were very important in his life. He enjoyed 
spending quality time with his brothers and sister. Being the eldest 
child, he was excited to follow their sporting events, college 
successes, and growing families. He always said his ultimate prayer was 
to have a family of his own. His children, Barrett and Josie, were his 
pride and joy. John enjoyed evening walks, silly conversations, intense 
basketball games, four-wheeler rides, board games, and movie nights with
 them. 
John was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Riener; brothers, 
Michael and Daniel Riener; grandparents, Harry and Margaret (Ketterl) 
Riener and Hubert and Doris (Janousek) Marintzer. John is survived by 
his wife, Keri, and children, Barrett and Josie, of Atwood, Kan. 
Survivors also include his father Karol Riener and wife, Jacqueline of 
Herndon, Kan.; brothers, James (Amy) Riener of Phillipsburg, Kan., and 
Jeffrey (Megan) Riener of Stockton, Kan.; sister, Jessica (Landon) 
Keller of Beaufort, S.C.; step-siblings, Calvin Hughes of Redmond, Wash.
 and Kayla Hughes of Manhattan, Kan.; parents-in-law, Martin and Jane 
Waterman of Atwood, Kan.; sister-in-law, Kristy (Tim) Plander of 
Lincoln, Neb.; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and 
friends. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021, at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church, in Herndon, with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is 
10:00 a.m. Friday, September 10, 2021, also at St. Mary’s. Burial will 
take place in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Herndon. In lieu of flowers,
 memorials may be made to the John Riener Children’s Education Fund and 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

John Riener

Gary Eugene Kenyon, 80, passed away Sept. 5, 2021, at Legend Senior 
Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born March 28, 1941, in Bogue, Kan., to Ivan 
and Delena (Conyac) Kenyon. &nbsp;Gary married Nellene Kaye Grose Dec. 27, 
1974, in Great Bend.

Gary, a Barton County resident since 1968 coming from Esben, Kan. was
 a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church and 
enjoyed reading, history, gardening and an expanded variety of 
woodworking, from wood carving, furniture making, to finish carpentry.&nbsp; A
 graduate from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science and
 Master of Education degrees, Gary taught in Esben, Hoisington and 
Barton Community College (1970-2003).

Survivors include Nellene Kaye Kenyon, of the home; one son, Derek 
Kenyon of Kansas City, Mo.; one daughter, Michelle Hayworth and husband 
Dustin of Augusta; one brother, Alan Kenyon and wife Marlene of Mo.; one
 sister, Mary “Jolene” Alexander and husband Darwin of Joplin, Mo.; and 
one grandson, Cooper Hayworth.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by one sister, 
Marilyn "Kay" Pozas.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, 
at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu presiding. There will be no visitation as cremation has 
taken place. Vigil service will be at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, at 
Bryant Funeral Home, Great Bend. 

Memorials have been designated to 
Prince of Peace Parish or Barton Community College Foundation or Wounded
 Warrior Project, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Gary Eugene Kenyon, 80, passed away Sept. 5, 2021, at Legend Senior 
Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born March 28, 1941, in Bogue, Kan., to Ivan 
and Delena (Conyac) Kenyon. &nbsp;Gary married Nellene Kaye Grose Dec. 27, 
1974, in Great Bend.Gary, a Barton County resident since 1968 coming from Esben, Kan. was
 a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church and 
enjoyed reading, history, gardening and an expanded variety of 
woodworking, from wood carving, furniture making, to finish carpentry.&nbsp; A
 graduate from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science and
 Master of Education degrees, Gary taught in Esben, Hoisington and 
Barton Community College (1970-2003).Survivors include Nellene Kaye Kenyon, of the home; one son, Derek 
Kenyon of Kansas City, Mo.; one daughter, Michelle Hayworth and husband 
Dustin of Augusta; one brother, Alan Kenyon and wife Marlene of Mo.; one
 sister, Mary “Jolene” Alexander and husband Darwin of Joplin, Mo.; and 
one grandson, Cooper Hayworth.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by one sister, 
Marilyn "Kay" Pozas.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, 
at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu presiding. There will be no visitation as cremation has 
taken place. Vigil service will be at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, at 
Bryant Funeral Home, Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to 
Prince of Peace Parish or Barton Community College Foundation or Wounded
 Warrior Project, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Gary Eugene Kenyon

Carson Brice Becker, infant son of Charles &amp; Michelle Becker, passed away on Sept. 5, 2021.

He was born Sept. 3, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

He is survived by his parents; sister Melina, Brother Mathew, his 
paternal grandparents, Darren &amp; Dorothy Becker; his maternal 
grandparents, Lonnie &amp; Marilyn Haba; his paternal great 
grandparents, Lloyd &amp; Deloris Becker &amp; his maternal great 
grandmother Mildred Lemke.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. in
 the St. John Catholic Church, Logan, with Father Jim Shaver 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Logan.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Carson Brice Becker Memorial Fund.

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 </figure>Carson Brice Becker, infant son of Charles &amp; Michelle Becker, passed away on Sept. 5, 2021.He was born Sept. 3, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.He is survived by his parents; sister Melina, Brother Mathew, his 
paternal grandparents, Darren &amp; Dorothy Becker; his maternal 
grandparents, Lonnie &amp; Marilyn Haba; his paternal great 
grandparents, Lloyd &amp; Deloris Becker &amp; his maternal great 
grandmother Mildred Lemke.Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. in
 the St. John Catholic Church, Logan, with Father Jim Shaver 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Logan.Memorial contributions may be made to the Carson Brice Becker Memorial Fund.

Carson Brice Becker

Phillipsburg resident Larry Kenney passed away August 27, 2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 68.

Survivors include three sons: Andy &amp; Ozzy of Phillipsburg, Adam of Norton; his daughter, Amie Epley of Phillipsburg; 4 brothers: Jack Boller of Plainville, Dale Kenney of WaKeeney, Bruce Boller of Lamar, Colorado, &amp; Gary Kenney of Odessa, Texas, &amp; 10 grandchildren.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at the First Christian Church with Pastor LeRoy Herder officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Larry Kenney Memorial Fund.

Phillipsburg resident Larry Kenney passed away August 27, 2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 68.Survivors include three sons: Andy &amp; Ozzy of Phillipsburg, Adam of Norton; his daughter, Amie Epley of Phillipsburg; 4 brothers: Jack Boller of Plainville, Dale Kenney of WaKeeney, Bruce Boller of Lamar, Colorado, &amp; Gary Kenney of Odessa, Texas, &amp; 10 grandchildren.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at the First Christian Church with Pastor LeRoy Herder officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the Larry Kenney Memorial Fund.

Larry Kenney

Jackie Miles Warren left this world at Redbud Village in Plainville, KS 
on September 3, 2021, at the age of 85. He was born on January 17, 1936,
 to Miles A. Warren and Ruth M. (McCauley) Warren at the Warren Family 
Farm in Northern Ellis County, KS, with “Dr. Pete” AC Petterson 
assisting.
 Jackie spent his life living in homes, with Redbud Village (Rooks 
County nursing home) for 50 years. In his early years, Jackie helped 
clean sidewalks and rake leaves. He enjoyed sitting by the windows 
watching cars and trucks and waiting for the trash trucks. He also 
watched the shed door to see if the keys were left in. He always knew if
 the help had a different vehicle or drove someone else since he loved 
to watch the cars. Jackie was always telling Ron Brin to come down and 
mow the grass. Ron was a former maintenance man at the home and Jackie 
thought the world of him.
 Jackie leaves to mourn his sister Pat Wendling; nieces Melanie 
Wendling-Staab and Cassidy Pywell; his only aunt, Shirley Newell; and 
brother-in-law Leroy Boucher; step-brother Wendell Ouderkirk; and many 
nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends at the care center.
 He is preceded in death by his parents Miles and Ruth; sisters Helen
 Keller and Jeanne Boucher; grandparents Ben and Tessie McCauley and 
John and Kate Warren; brothers-in-law Ed Keller and Gayhard Wendling.
 A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at
 2:00 PM at Mt. Allen Cemetery in Hays, KS. Visitation will be held on 
Tuesday 2:00-8:00 PM with the family receiving friends 6:00 PM until the
 prayer vigil at 7:00 PM at the funeral home in Plainville.
 Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

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 </figure>Jackie Miles Warren left this world at Redbud Village in Plainville, KS 
on September 3, 2021, at the age of 85. He was born on January 17, 1936,
 to Miles A. Warren and Ruth M. (McCauley) Warren at the Warren Family 
Farm in Northern Ellis County, KS, with “Dr. Pete” AC Petterson 
assisting.
 Jackie spent his life living in homes, with Redbud Village (Rooks 
County nursing home) for 50 years. In his early years, Jackie helped 
clean sidewalks and rake leaves. He enjoyed sitting by the windows 
watching cars and trucks and waiting for the trash trucks. He also 
watched the shed door to see if the keys were left in. He always knew if
 the help had a different vehicle or drove someone else since he loved 
to watch the cars. Jackie was always telling Ron Brin to come down and 
mow the grass. Ron was a former maintenance man at the home and Jackie 
thought the world of him.
 Jackie leaves to mourn his sister Pat Wendling; nieces Melanie 
Wendling-Staab and Cassidy Pywell; his only aunt, Shirley Newell; and 
brother-in-law Leroy Boucher; step-brother Wendell Ouderkirk; and many 
nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends at the care center.
 He is preceded in death by his parents Miles and Ruth; sisters Helen
 Keller and Jeanne Boucher; grandparents Ben and Tessie McCauley and 
John and Kate Warren; brothers-in-law Ed Keller and Gayhard Wendling.
 A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at
 2:00 PM at Mt. Allen Cemetery in Hays, KS. Visitation will be held on 
Tuesday 2:00-8:00 PM with the family receiving friends 6:00 PM until the
 prayer vigil at 7:00 PM at the funeral home in Plainville.
 Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice and may be sent in 
care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.

Jackie Miles Warren

Tara N. Buehler, age 54, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021, 
at the University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, Colorado.&nbsp; She was 
born on August 15, 1967, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Richard 
and Rita Neeley Buehler.&nbsp; A resident of Aurora, Colorado since 1990 
moving from Scott City, Kansas, she was Manager of Functional 
Initiatives for ADT Security Systems.

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

Survivors include her Two Brothers - Darin &amp; Robin Buehler of 
Scott City, Kansas, Shane Buehler of Kearney, Nebraska, One Sister - 
Richel &amp; Curtis Stagner of Aurora, Colorado, One Niece - Bailey 
Stagner of Aurora, Colorado, Four Nephews - Dalton Buehler of Shawnee 
Mission, Kansas, Cody Buehler of Palco, Kansas, Logan Buehler of 
Emporia, Kansas, Brennen Stagner of Aurora, Colorado, One Great Nephew -
 Levi Buehler of Palco, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her Parents.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 
2021, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle 
Evans presiding.

Interment will be held at the Scott County Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price 
&amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.

Memorials may be made to the Tara Buehler Memorial Fund in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Tara N. Buehler, age 54, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021, 
at the University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, Colorado.&nbsp; She was 
born on August 15, 1967, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Richard 
and Rita Neeley Buehler.&nbsp; A resident of Aurora, Colorado since 1990 
moving from Scott City, Kansas, she was Manager of Functional 
Initiatives for ADT Security Systems.She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her Two Brothers - Darin &amp; Robin Buehler of 
Scott City, Kansas, Shane Buehler of Kearney, Nebraska, One Sister - 
Richel &amp; Curtis Stagner of Aurora, Colorado, One Niece - Bailey 
Stagner of Aurora, Colorado, Four Nephews - Dalton Buehler of Shawnee 
Mission, Kansas, Cody Buehler of Palco, Kansas, Logan Buehler of 
Emporia, Kansas, Brennen Stagner of Aurora, Colorado, One Great Nephew -
 Levi Buehler of Palco, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her Parents.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 
2021, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle 
Evans presiding.Interment will be held at the Scott County Cemetery.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price 
&amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.Memorials may be made to the Tara Buehler Memorial Fund in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Tara N. Buehler

Lawrence "Larry" R. Norton was born April 4, 1936, to Edward and Goldie (Blackwill) Norton on a farm south of Quinter, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021, in Hays Kansas. He was 85.

He graduated from Park High School in 1954.&nbsp; He was a U.S. Veteran and served in the U.S. Army.&nbsp; On August 8, 1959, Larry married Bernita Waldman at St. Michael Catholic Church in Collyer, Kansas. They later divorced.

Larry spent most of his life farming with his parents, raised livestock and worked for various feed and seed companies.&nbsp; He also had two home based businesses of hoof trimming for horses and show cattle and the Norton Auction Service. Larry enjoyed traveling, watching and attending rodeos.&nbsp; He was an avid sports fan of the KC Chiefs, Royals, KU basketball and K-state football and basketball. Larry especially loved following his grandchildren’s sporting events through the years.&nbsp; His most treasured time was spent celebrating holidays and special events with family and friends.

Survivors include his five daughters, Christy Gillogly and husband Tim of Hays, Kansas, Carrie Barr and husband Frank of Hutchinson, Kansas, Kelly Shuagis and husband Steve of Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, Karla Simons and husband Russ of Wichita, Kansas and Cody Kandt and husband Larry of Morganville, Kansas.&nbsp; His sisters, Marcella Rohleder and husband Frank of Thorton, Colorado, Louella Sullivan of Lakewood, Colorado, Armella Wetig and husband Jim of Russell, Kansas and Verdella Lewis and husband Leon of Wichita, Kansas, brother-in-law, Bill Campbell of Ridgeville, Ohio.&nbsp; He was blessed with 11 grandchildren, Chelsey (Aaron) Ladd, Kylea Gillogly of Hays, Kansas, Kacey (Paul) Bowen, of Hendersonville Tennessee, Colin (Megan) Barr of Mission, Kansas, Ethan Shuagis, Jaxon Shuagis of Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, Kennedy (Luke) Rogers of Wichita, Kansas, Kerrigan (Dante) Texeira of Wichita Kansas, Braiton Gassmann (girlfriend Jesslyn) of Hutchinson, Kansas, Brogan Kandt, Camp LeJeune, North Carolina, Breckon Kandt of Salina, Kansas. In addition, Larry enjoyed four precious great grandchildren, Theodore Ladd, Audren Bowen, Simon and Penelope Rogers. He leaves behind his special companion Linda Schneider of Hill City, Kansas and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceding him in death was an infant daughter Mary Jean Norton, former spouse Bernita Norton, his parents Edward and Goldie Norton, sister Rosella Campbell, brother Leo Norton, brother-in laws Ralph Scheck and Jim Sullivan.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, September 7th, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church - Park, KS.&nbsp; A Rosary Service will begin at 9:30 AM prior to Mass.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow the Mass in the St Michael's Catholic Cemetery - Collyer, KS at 1:00 PM.

Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp; Masses, Kansas Honor Flight for Veterans, or Donor's Choice

Services in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street&nbsp;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>

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 </figure>Lawrence "Larry" R. Norton was born April 4, 1936, to Edward and Goldie (Blackwill) Norton on a farm south of Quinter, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021, in Hays Kansas. He was 85.He graduated from Park High School in 1954.&nbsp; He was a U.S. Veteran and served in the U.S. Army.&nbsp; On August 8, 1959, Larry married Bernita Waldman at St. Michael Catholic Church in Collyer, Kansas. They later divorced.Larry spent most of his life farming with his parents, raised livestock and worked for various feed and seed companies.&nbsp; He also had two home based businesses of hoof trimming for horses and show cattle and the Norton Auction Service. Larry enjoyed traveling, watching and attending rodeos.&nbsp; He was an avid sports fan of the KC Chiefs, Royals, KU basketball and K-state football and basketball. Larry especially loved following his grandchildren’s sporting events through the years.&nbsp; His most treasured time was spent celebrating holidays and special events with family and friends.Survivors include his five daughters, Christy Gillogly and husband Tim of Hays, Kansas, Carrie Barr and husband Frank of Hutchinson, Kansas, Kelly Shuagis and husband Steve of Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, Karla Simons and husband Russ of Wichita, Kansas and Cody Kandt and husband Larry of Morganville, Kansas.&nbsp; His sisters, Marcella Rohleder and husband Frank of Thorton, Colorado, Louella Sullivan of Lakewood, Colorado, Armella Wetig and husband Jim of Russell, Kansas and Verdella Lewis and husband Leon of Wichita, Kansas, brother-in-law, Bill Campbell of Ridgeville, Ohio.&nbsp; He was blessed with 11 grandchildren, Chelsey (Aaron) Ladd, Kylea Gillogly of Hays, Kansas, Kacey (Paul) Bowen, of Hendersonville Tennessee, Colin (Megan) Barr of Mission, Kansas, Ethan Shuagis, Jaxon Shuagis of Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, Kennedy (Luke) Rogers of Wichita, Kansas, Kerrigan (Dante) Texeira of Wichita Kansas, Braiton Gassmann (girlfriend Jesslyn) of Hutchinson, Kansas, Brogan Kandt, Camp LeJeune, North Carolina, Breckon Kandt of Salina, Kansas. In addition, Larry enjoyed four precious great grandchildren, Theodore Ladd, Audren Bowen, Simon and Penelope Rogers. He leaves behind his special companion Linda Schneider of Hill City, Kansas and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.Preceding him in death was an infant daughter Mary Jean Norton, former spouse Bernita Norton, his parents Edward and Goldie Norton, sister Rosella Campbell, brother Leo Norton, brother-in laws Ralph Scheck and Jim Sullivan.Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, September 7th, 2021 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church - Park, KS.&nbsp; A Rosary Service will begin at 9:30 AM prior to Mass.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow the Mass in the St Michael's Catholic Cemetery - Collyer, KS at 1:00 PM.Memorials are suggested to:&nbsp; Masses, Kansas Honor Flight for Veterans, or Donor's ChoiceServices in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street&nbsp;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>

Lawrence R. 'Larry' Norton

Ivan J. "Ike" Mansholt, 73, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Smith County Memorial Hospital. 
 Ike was born September 3, 1948, in Smith County, KS, the son of 
Raymond and Maxine (Bock) Mansholt.&nbsp; On October 16, 1971,&nbsp; he married 
Beverly Ann Atwood in Lebanon, KS, to this union they were blessed with 
three children, Kristy, Christopher and Everett. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother David. 
 Ike is survived by his wife Bev Mansholt of Lebanon; daughter, Kristy 
(Ryan) Stewart of Lebanon; two sons, Christopher Mansholt of Lebanon and
 Everett (Tiffany) Mansholt of Smith Center; two sisters, Virginia 
(Mick) Mickelson of Longmont, CO, Barbara (Keith) Wineinger of Cawker 
City; and five grandchildren, Courtney, Lynsey and Rylee Stewart and 
Ryker and Reed Mansholt. Funeral services will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 
113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Lance McDowell 
officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, 
from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with family present to greet friends during 
that time. Burial will take place in South Oak Creek Cemetery, Downs, 
KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer and can be 
sent in care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Ivan J. "Ike" Mansholt, 73, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Smith County Memorial Hospital. 
 Ike was born September 3, 1948, in Smith County, KS, the son of 
Raymond and Maxine (Bock) Mansholt.&nbsp; On October 16, 1971,&nbsp; he married 
Beverly Ann Atwood in Lebanon, KS, to this union they were blessed with 
three children, Kristy, Christopher and Everett. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother David. 
 Ike is survived by his wife Bev Mansholt of Lebanon; daughter, Kristy 
(Ryan) Stewart of Lebanon; two sons, Christopher Mansholt of Lebanon and
 Everett (Tiffany) Mansholt of Smith Center; two sisters, Virginia 
(Mick) Mickelson of Longmont, CO, Barbara (Keith) Wineinger of Cawker 
City; and five grandchildren, Courtney, Lynsey and Rylee Stewart and 
Ryker and Reed Mansholt. Funeral services will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 
113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Lance McDowell 
officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, 
from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with family present to greet friends during 
that time. Burial will take place in South Oak Creek Cemetery, Downs, 
KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Kans for Kids Fighting Cancer and can be 
sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Ivan J. 'Ike' Mansholt

Clorice Ann (Cooley) Blank, 93, of Natoma, Kansas, died on Saturday, September 04, 2021, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas

Clorice was born March 3, 1928, on the family farm in rural Mount Ayr, Kansas, to Rollin and Beulah (Boultinghouse) Cooley where she was the third of eight children. 

Clorice attended primary grades at Country School and secondary school at Alton High before attending Fort Hays State University to become a teacher. She taught school for three years until she married Theodore Emil Blank on May 23, 1948. They resided in Natoma, Kansas, where they raised three children: Twin boys--Jerry, Larry and fourteen years later a daughter, Kalynn. 

Clorice was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, Peace Lutheran Guild, Natoma Legion Auxiliary, VFW, Natoma Heritage Seekers, and she enjoyed making quilts for Lutheran World Relief and foster children with SRS. She also volunteered at the Natoma Community Center and Natoma Library. 

She was a homemaker and stay-at home mom, but also later worked at Boyd’s Variety Store; custodian for church; and enjoyed babysitting. Loved to play solitaire and word puzzles such as crosswords and word search as well as listen to audio books.

She is survived by her sons Jerry and wife Karen of Smith Center, KS; Larry and wife Ruth of McCook, NE; daughter Kalynn Blum and husband Ron, Wichita, KS; sister Sybil Hale of Loves Park, IL; sister-in-law Rhonda Cooley of Ft. Collins, CO; five grandchildren: Tonya Krueger (Mike), Tyler Blank (Emily), Jennifer Nyp (Giro de Simone), Wendy Eisenmenger (Mike) Megan Phillips (Jason); 12 great-grandchildren Britney and Hunter Krueger, TyLynn, Kensly and Aadyn Blank, Lola and Luca de Simone, Ethan and Corbin Eisenmenger and Landon Blank, Tayton and Owen Phillips.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Theodore on July 2, 1988, brothers Darold, Lee, Noel, Roy, and Mart Cooley and also a sister, Ruth Macha.

A celebration of Clorice’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at the Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma, Kansas. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Thursday morning at the church. 

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Peace Lutheran Church or Lutheran Hour-KRSL and sent in care of the mortuary. 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements. 

Those comfortable wearing masks are encouraged to do so.

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 </figure>March 2, 1928 - September 4, 2021Clorice Ann (Cooley) Blank, 93, of Natoma, Kansas, died on Saturday, September 04, 2021, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, KansasClorice was born March 3, 1928, on the family farm in rural Mount Ayr, Kansas, to Rollin and Beulah (Boultinghouse) Cooley where she was the third of eight children. Clorice attended primary grades at Country School and secondary school at Alton High before attending Fort Hays State University to become a teacher. She taught school for three years until she married Theodore Emil Blank on May 23, 1948. They resided in Natoma, Kansas, where they raised three children: Twin boys--Jerry, Larry and fourteen years later a daughter, Kalynn. Clorice was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church, Peace Lutheran Guild, Natoma Legion Auxiliary, VFW, Natoma Heritage Seekers, and she enjoyed making quilts for Lutheran World Relief and foster children with SRS. She also volunteered at the Natoma Community Center and Natoma Library. She was a homemaker and stay-at home mom, but also later worked at Boyd’s Variety Store; custodian for church; and enjoyed babysitting. Loved to play solitaire and word puzzles such as crosswords and word search as well as listen to audio books.She is survived by her sons Jerry and wife Karen of Smith Center, KS; Larry and wife Ruth of McCook, NE; daughter Kalynn Blum and husband Ron, Wichita, KS; sister Sybil Hale of Loves Park, IL; sister-in-law Rhonda Cooley of Ft. Collins, CO; five grandchildren: Tonya Krueger (Mike), Tyler Blank (Emily), Jennifer Nyp (Giro de Simone), Wendy Eisenmenger (Mike) Megan Phillips (Jason); 12 great-grandchildren Britney and Hunter Krueger, TyLynn, Kensly and Aadyn Blank, Lola and Luca de Simone, Ethan and Corbin Eisenmenger and Landon Blank, Tayton and Owen Phillips.Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Theodore on July 2, 1988, brothers Darold, Lee, Noel, Roy, and Mart Cooley and also a sister, Ruth Macha.A celebration of Clorice’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at the Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma, Kansas. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Thursday morning at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Peace Lutheran Church or Lutheran Hour-KRSL and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell and Natoma, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements. Those comfortable wearing masks are encouraged to do so.

Clorice Ann (Cooley) Blank

Alma M. Frick, 91, passed away September 4, 2021, at Via Christi St. Francis Campus, in Wichita.

Alma was born January 16, 1930, in Larned, the daughter of Albert and 
Olivia Jenisch Debes.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, she was a farmer and a 
homemaker.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, United Methodist 
Women and The Garden Club, all of Larned.&nbsp; She was a 4-H Leader and also
 a member of the Zook E.H.U.

On December, 5, 1951, she married Raymond G. Frick at Raton, New Mexico. He passed away on February 7, 1999.

&nbsp;Survivors include: a son, Kent (Karen) Frick, Larned; one daughter 
Kim (Terry) Fairchild, Overland Park, Ks. two sisters, Katherine George,
 Larned, Pauline (Norman) Herrmann, Kinsley; four grandchildren, Dr. 
Christina Frick (Brent Maxwell), their children, Grayson, Kole and 
Addison Maxwell, Larned, Melissa (Matt) Brossard, their children, Harley
 and Carter Brossard, Topeka, Kurtis (Holly) Frick, their children, 
Chayse, Kaden and Paisley Frick, Larned, and Audra (Dustin) Geiger, 
their children, Natalie and Mason Geiger, Topeka.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Bernard Debes and a sister, Rose George.

Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, September 10, 
2021 at Larned Cemetery, Larned with Pastor Tricia North presiding.&nbsp; 
Service will be viewable via Facebook live at 
www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 
p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials may be sent to the United Methodist Women, or Pawnee County
 4-H Foundation in care of the Beckwith Mortuary P.O. Box 477 Larned, 
Ks. 67550.&nbsp; Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Alma M. Frick, 91, passed away September 4, 2021, at Via Christi St. Francis Campus, in Wichita.Alma was born January 16, 1930, in Larned, the daughter of Albert and 
Olivia Jenisch Debes.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, she was a farmer and a 
homemaker.She was a member of the United Methodist Church, United Methodist 
Women and The Garden Club, all of Larned.&nbsp; She was a 4-H Leader and also
 a member of the Zook E.H.U.On December, 5, 1951, she married Raymond G. Frick at Raton, New Mexico. He passed away on February 7, 1999.&nbsp;Survivors include: a son, Kent (Karen) Frick, Larned; one daughter 
Kim (Terry) Fairchild, Overland Park, Ks. two sisters, Katherine George,
 Larned, Pauline (Norman) Herrmann, Kinsley; four grandchildren, Dr. 
Christina Frick (Brent Maxwell), their children, Grayson, Kole and 
Addison Maxwell, Larned, Melissa (Matt) Brossard, their children, Harley
 and Carter Brossard, Topeka, Kurtis (Holly) Frick, their children, 
Chayse, Kaden and Paisley Frick, Larned, and Audra (Dustin) Geiger, 
their children, Natalie and Mason Geiger, Topeka.She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Bernard Debes and a sister, Rose George.Graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, September 10, 
2021 at Larned Cemetery, Larned with Pastor Tricia North presiding.&nbsp; 
Service will be viewable via Facebook live at 
www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 
p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be sent to the United Methodist Women, or Pawnee County
 4-H Foundation in care of the Beckwith Mortuary P.O. Box 477 Larned, 
Ks. 67550.&nbsp; Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Alma M. Frick

Doris A. “Mitzi” Krause, 81, Hays, died Saturday, September 4, 2021, at HaysMed.

She was born May 10, 1940, in Sweet Springs, Missouri, the daughter of William and Ella (Hartman) Steinkuehler.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Sweet Springs High School in the class of 1958.&nbsp; On February 6, 1960, Mitzi was united in marriage to Earl Krause in Emma, Missouri, and they celebrated 61 years of marriage.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and actively involved with funeral dinners, altar care, donation drives, and was in charge of the women’s group.&nbsp; She was also a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, the Hays Medical Center Auxiliary and Hays Medical Center Blood Screenings.&nbsp; Mitzi enjoyed her cats, laughing, sharing her sense of humor with others, and making chili for family, friends, and organizations.

Survivors include her husband Earl of Hays, son: Brett Krause and wife Robin of Parkville, MO, two sisters: Carol Barclay of Overland Park and Betty Forbes of Concordia, MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter: Carla Krause, sister: Violet Highbarger, and nephew: Brent Barclay.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Brenda Rodger officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until service time at the church.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at a later date in Concordia Bethel Evangelical Cemetery, Concordia, MO.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Ellis County or to Trinity Lutheran Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mitzi may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Doris A. “Mitzi” Krause, 81, Hays, died Saturday, September 4, 2021, at HaysMed.She was born May 10, 1940, in Sweet Springs, Missouri, the daughter of William and Ella (Hartman) Steinkuehler.&nbsp; She was a graduate of Sweet Springs High School in the class of 1958.&nbsp; On February 6, 1960, Mitzi was united in marriage to Earl Krause in Emma, Missouri, and they celebrated 61 years of marriage.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and actively involved with funeral dinners, altar care, donation drives, and was in charge of the women’s group.&nbsp; She was also a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, the Hays Medical Center Auxiliary and Hays Medical Center Blood Screenings.&nbsp; Mitzi enjoyed her cats, laughing, sharing her sense of humor with others, and making chili for family, friends, and organizations.Survivors include her husband Earl of Hays, son: Brett Krause and wife Robin of Parkville, MO, two sisters: Carol Barclay of Overland Park and Betty Forbes of Concordia, MO, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter: Carla Krause, sister: Violet Highbarger, and nephew: Brent Barclay.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Brenda Rodger officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until service time at the church.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at a later date in Concordia Bethel Evangelical Cemetery, Concordia, MO.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Cancer Council of Ellis County or to Trinity Lutheran Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mitzi may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Doris A. 'Mitzi' Krause

Almena resident Patricia Ann (Waggoner) Ambrosier was born in Almena 
on February 9, 1947.&nbsp; She passed away on September 4, 2021, in Norton, 
Kansas.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Burnal and Maryse (Bartley) Waggoner and a brother Ron Waggoner.

She is survived by her husband Darrell; her children Wende and 
Michael Baker, Tim and Joanna Waggoner; 2 grandsons Ben and Oliver 
Waggoner; her sister Marilyn Waggoner and partner Dannie Duckworth; and 
her brother Jerry Waggoner.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; No services are scheduled at this time. No memorials or flowers are requested.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Almena resident Patricia Ann (Waggoner) Ambrosier was born in Almena 
on February 9, 1947.&nbsp; She passed away on September 4, 2021, in Norton, 
Kansas.Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Burnal and Maryse (Bartley) Waggoner and a brother Ron Waggoner.She is survived by her husband Darrell; her children Wende and 
Michael Baker, Tim and Joanna Waggoner; 2 grandsons Ben and Oliver 
Waggoner; her sister Marilyn Waggoner and partner Dannie Duckworth; and 
her brother Jerry Waggoner.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; No services are scheduled at this time. No memorials or flowers are requested.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Patricia Ann (Waggoner) Ambrosier 

Sunday, March 10th, 1974-Saturday, September 4th, 2021

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click&nbsp;<a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/john-riener/4714755/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Sunday, March 10th, 1974-Saturday, September 4th, 2021An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click&nbsp;<a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/john-riener/4714755/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

John Paul Riener

Frank
 Herrman, 75, Salina, was born October 26, 1945 in Goodland, Kansas to 
Frank and Lena Herrman. Frank passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 
near Colby.&nbsp; He was the third of six children. He graduated from 
Goodland High School and received a BA from Kansas State and an MA in 
special education from Fort Hays State. He also graduated from Cleveland
 Chiropractic College and spent four years serving in the Air Force 
Intelligence Branch during the Vietnam War.

He
 met Alice Wagner, his sister’s roommate at The University of Kansas, in
 1969 after he got out of the service. They fell in love and got married
 in 1973. The couple celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary August 
the 2nd of this year.&nbsp;

Frank
 spent nine years working for the Union Pacific Railroad before going 
back to school and getting his masters in education. He was a beloved 
teacher at St. Francis for over twenty years.

In
 his younger days, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and hiking. He also loved
 nothing more than a rousing game of Trivia Pursuit, which he almost 
always won. As he got older he became very involved in the YMCA 
community and loved working out and visiting with his friends over a cup
 of coffee. Frank had a special gift for remembering people’s names as 
well as making them feel welcome and important. He was very proud of his
 two daughters, Heather Herrman and Jessica Herrman-Derrick. He was an 
avid follower and supporter of their athletic and professional 
endeavors. He will be greatly missed by all of those who were fortunate 
enough to have had him as a part of their lives. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

He
 was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lena Herrman, a 
brother, Ronald Herrman; a niece, Cindy Clark; and a brother-in-law 
Archie Wicke. He is survived by his wife, Alice Herrman, his two 
daughters, Jessica (John) Herrman-Derrick of Gadsden, AL, and Heather 
(Parker Staley) Herrman, of Santa Fe, NM, as well as his two grandsons, 
Albert and Charles Staley, whom he loved to wake up early with on visits
 and spoil with special treats. He is also survived by his sisters, 
Patty Wicke of Goodland, KS; Mary Lou (Louis) Haller of Denver, CO; 
Sharon (John) Hartman of Clifton, KS; and Linda (Curtis) Miller of 
Salina, KS; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is also survived 
by brothers and sisters-in-laws and their children on Alice’s side.

Memorial
 services will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, September 10 at the Bennington 
Bible Church, Bennington.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Bennington Cemetery.&nbsp; 
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Salina 
Family YMCA, a place he dearly loved. They may be mailed to Wilson 
Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Frank
 Herrman, 75, Salina, was born October 26, 1945 in Goodland, Kansas to 
Frank and Lena Herrman. Frank passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 
near Colby.&nbsp; He was the third of six children. He graduated from 
Goodland High School and received a BA from Kansas State and an MA in 
special education from Fort Hays State. He also graduated from Cleveland
 Chiropractic College and spent four years serving in the Air Force 
Intelligence Branch during the Vietnam War.He
 met Alice Wagner, his sister’s roommate at The University of Kansas, in
 1969 after he got out of the service. They fell in love and got married
 in 1973. The couple celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary August 
the 2nd of this year.&nbsp;Frank
 spent nine years working for the Union Pacific Railroad before going 
back to school and getting his masters in education. He was a beloved 
teacher at St. Francis for over twenty years.In
 his younger days, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and hiking. He also loved
 nothing more than a rousing game of Trivia Pursuit, which he almost 
always won. As he got older he became very involved in the YMCA 
community and loved working out and visiting with his friends over a cup
 of coffee. Frank had a special gift for remembering people’s names as 
well as making them feel welcome and important. He was very proud of his
 two daughters, Heather Herrman and Jessica Herrman-Derrick. He was an 
avid follower and supporter of their athletic and professional 
endeavors. He will be greatly missed by all of those who were fortunate 
enough to have had him as a part of their lives. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He
 was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lena Herrman, a 
brother, Ronald Herrman; a niece, Cindy Clark; and a brother-in-law 
Archie Wicke. He is survived by his wife, Alice Herrman, his two 
daughters, Jessica (John) Herrman-Derrick of Gadsden, AL, and Heather 
(Parker Staley) Herrman, of Santa Fe, NM, as well as his two grandsons, 
Albert and Charles Staley, whom he loved to wake up early with on visits
 and spoil with special treats. He is also survived by his sisters, 
Patty Wicke of Goodland, KS; Mary Lou (Louis) Haller of Denver, CO; 
Sharon (John) Hartman of Clifton, KS; and Linda (Curtis) Miller of 
Salina, KS; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is also survived 
by brothers and sisters-in-laws and their children on Alice’s side.Memorial
 services will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, September 10 at the Bennington 
Bible Church, Bennington.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Bennington Cemetery.&nbsp; 
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the Salina 
Family YMCA, a place he dearly loved. They may be mailed to Wilson 
Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Frank Herrman

Stanley D. Dirks, age 64, passed away at his home in Scott County, 
Kansas on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.&nbsp; He was born on July 7, 1957, in
 Scott City, Kansas, the son of Albert &amp; Donna Speer Dirks Jr.&nbsp; A 
lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, Stanley was an assistant 
manager for different feedlots and grain elevators over the years.

He was a member of the Gold Prospectors, EAA, and Trappers Inc and was a US Navy Veteran.

Survivors include his Two Sons - Dwayne Dirks of Leonard, Texas, Josh
 Dirks of Scott City, Kansas, and One Daughter - Lisa Birney of 
Burlington, Kansas, Eleven Grandchildren, and Four Great Grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his Grandparents &amp; Parents.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 
8, 2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with 
Rev. Kyle Evans presiding.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the Stanley Dirks 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Stanley D. Dirks, age 64, passed away at his home in Scott County, 
Kansas on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.&nbsp; He was born on July 7, 1957, in
 Scott City, Kansas, the son of Albert &amp; Donna Speer Dirks Jr.&nbsp; A 
lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, Stanley was an assistant 
manager for different feedlots and grain elevators over the years.He was a member of the Gold Prospectors, EAA, and Trappers Inc and was a US Navy Veteran.Survivors include his Two Sons - Dwayne Dirks of Leonard, Texas, Josh
 Dirks of Scott City, Kansas, and One Daughter - Lisa Birney of 
Burlington, Kansas, Eleven Grandchildren, and Four Great Grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his Grandparents &amp; Parents.Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 
8, 2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with 
Rev. Kyle Evans presiding.There will be no calling times.Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the Stanley Dirks 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Stanley D. Dirks

Donald "Don" Arthur Jensen, 86, passed away at his home on Thursday September 2, 2021, in Larned.

He was born February 25, 1935, in Kinsley, the son of Arthur W. and Catherine (Werner) Jensen.

A lifetime area resident, Don was a carpenter by trade, worked for 
the City of Larned as a city inspector and at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church as a maintenance man.&nbsp; With respect to Larned Kansas, he was a 
lifetime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, he enjoyed fishing, 
hunting, and golf.&nbsp; Camping was a mainstay in his life especially while 
the children were young.&nbsp; He taught his kids to fish, hunt, and camp.&nbsp; 
Don was the biggest fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit 
Tigers, however when the Royals played the Tigers he always cheered for 
the Royals. Don served in the United States Navy and was stationed in 
Germany.&nbsp; While on leave in Demark he met his wife of sixty-one years, 
Grethe Rostgaard Petersen.&nbsp;&nbsp; On March 22, 1960, they married in Winnipeg,
 Canada.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Don was a father and mentor to many. &nbsp;His nephew stated the wonderful
 sentiments Uncle Don was “a simple, unconditionally loving, kind, 
funny, supportive and much loved human.&nbsp; Words do no justice as to what 
role he played in my life……I will forever miss him”.&nbsp;&nbsp; We all have so 
many wonderful memories that make us laugh, cry and genuinely happy.&nbsp; 
Every one of us can tell a Papa Don story, we know he is smiling down on
 us with that twinkle in his beautiful blue eyes.&nbsp;&nbsp; As stated by Don’s 
daughter Heidi Donaho “Don was the best daddy a girl could have”.&nbsp; Erik 
and Damian Jensen remember the wonderful memories of hunting and fishing
 growing up. &nbsp;Don and Grethe’s daughter Elvi, from Denmark writes: “Et 
hjerte af guld er holdt op med at slå, to flittige hænder er gået i 
stå“(A heart of gold has stopped beating, two diligent hands have come 
to a standstill).&nbsp; Yes, we will all forever miss him.&nbsp;

Don was preceded in death by his parents Kate and Arthur Jensen.

Don is survived by his wife Grethe Jensen, their children, Damian 
(Lori) Jensen, Wichita, Heidi Donaho, Larned, Erik Jensen, Larned, Elvi 
Engelsman, Denmark; sister, Helen Helm, Golden, Colorado; eight 
grandchildren: Logan Jensen, Tera Eling, Trista Donaho, Taylan Donaho, 
Brianne Jensen, Christian Jensen, Jonathan Chacon, and Enya Chacon. 
&nbsp;Eleven great-grandchildren: Lylee, Callie, Taydyn, Tavyn, Tony, Gloria 
Rose, Octavia, Khaleesi, Diesel, Zoey, and William.

Visitation will be held at Beckwith Mortuary from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 
p.m. Tuesday, September 7, 2021 with a rosary at Beckwith Mortuary 
beginning at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial mass will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, 
September, 8, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father 
Bernard Felix presiding. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery with 
military graveside rites.

The family would like to thank everyone who took the time to pray for
 his soul and who shared your support to all the family and friends of 
Don.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Donald "Don" Arthur Jensen, 86, passed away at his home on Thursday September 2, 2021, in Larned.He was born February 25, 1935, in Kinsley, the son of Arthur W. and Catherine (Werner) Jensen.A lifetime area resident, Don was a carpenter by trade, worked for 
the City of Larned as a city inspector and at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church as a maintenance man.&nbsp; With respect to Larned Kansas, he was a 
lifetime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, he enjoyed fishing, 
hunting, and golf.&nbsp; Camping was a mainstay in his life especially while 
the children were young.&nbsp; He taught his kids to fish, hunt, and camp.&nbsp; 
Don was the biggest fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit 
Tigers, however when the Royals played the Tigers he always cheered for 
the Royals. Don served in the United States Navy and was stationed in 
Germany.&nbsp; While on leave in Demark he met his wife of sixty-one years, 
Grethe Rostgaard Petersen.&nbsp;&nbsp; On March 22, 1960, they married in Winnipeg,
 Canada.&nbsp;&nbsp;Don was a father and mentor to many. &nbsp;His nephew stated the wonderful
 sentiments Uncle Don was “a simple, unconditionally loving, kind, 
funny, supportive and much loved human.&nbsp; Words do no justice as to what 
role he played in my life……I will forever miss him”.&nbsp;&nbsp; We all have so 
many wonderful memories that make us laugh, cry and genuinely happy.&nbsp; 
Every one of us can tell a Papa Don story, we know he is smiling down on
 us with that twinkle in his beautiful blue eyes.&nbsp;&nbsp; As stated by Don’s 
daughter Heidi Donaho “Don was the best daddy a girl could have”.&nbsp; Erik 
and Damian Jensen remember the wonderful memories of hunting and fishing
 growing up. &nbsp;Don and Grethe’s daughter Elvi, from Denmark writes: “Et 
hjerte af guld er holdt op med at slå, to flittige hænder er gået i 
stå“(A heart of gold has stopped beating, two diligent hands have come 
to a standstill).&nbsp; Yes, we will all forever miss him.&nbsp;Don was preceded in death by his parents Kate and Arthur Jensen.Don is survived by his wife Grethe Jensen, their children, Damian 
(Lori) Jensen, Wichita, Heidi Donaho, Larned, Erik Jensen, Larned, Elvi 
Engelsman, Denmark; sister, Helen Helm, Golden, Colorado; eight 
grandchildren: Logan Jensen, Tera Eling, Trista Donaho, Taylan Donaho, 
Brianne Jensen, Christian Jensen, Jonathan Chacon, and Enya Chacon. 
&nbsp;Eleven great-grandchildren: Lylee, Callie, Taydyn, Tavyn, Tony, Gloria 
Rose, Octavia, Khaleesi, Diesel, Zoey, and William.Visitation will be held at Beckwith Mortuary from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 
p.m. Tuesday, September 7, 2021 with a rosary at Beckwith Mortuary 
beginning at 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorial mass will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, 
September, 8, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, with Father 
Bernard Felix presiding. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery with 
military graveside rites.The family would like to thank everyone who took the time to pray for
 his soul and who shared your support to all the family and friends of 
Don.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Donald 'Don' Arthur Jensen

Debra Diana Paxson, 61, passed away on August 31, 2021, at the St. 
Anthony's Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; She was born on February 14, 
1960, in Larned, Kansas the daughter of James and Mary (Brandt) Burdett.

Funeral service will be on Thursday, September 9, 2021, 10:30 a.m. at
 the First Baptist Church, Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in the Ness City 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, from 5:00
 p.m. until 7:00 p.m...

Memorial contributions may be given to the First Baptist Church, Garden City or the 4-H clubs of Ness or Finney County.

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 </figure>Debra Diana Paxson, 61, passed away on August 31, 2021, at the St. 
Anthony's Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; She was born on February 14, 
1960, in Larned, Kansas the daughter of James and Mary (Brandt) Burdett.Funeral service will be on Thursday, September 9, 2021, 10:30 a.m. at
 the First Baptist Church, Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in the Ness City 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, from 5:00
 p.m. until 7:00 p.m...Memorial contributions may be given to the First Baptist Church, Garden City or the 4-H clubs of Ness or Finney County.

Debra Diana Paxson

On Friday, September 3, 2021, Mark Edward Krehbiel, age 71, ended his 
three-year battle with metastatic melanoma at Gove County Medical 
Center, Quinter. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM 
Tuesday, September 7th, at Bible Fellowship Church in Dighton, Kansas; 
visitation with family present will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, 
September 6th at the Church. The service will be Facebook live on the 
Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. 
Mark was born July 12, 1950, in Scott City, Kansas, to Orville and Elnor
 (Hinderliter) Krehbiel. He graduated from Dighton High School in 1968, 
and attended college at Kansas State University, where he studied 
accounting, worked as an R.A. in Haymaker, and was a yell-leader for the
 Wildcats. On a blind date in early-1971, Mark met Kit Kahler (a Logan, 
KS, graduate) in Hays, KS, which led to a whirlwind romance culminating 
in their marriage on December 26, 1971. A few years later their union 
was blessed with the birth of a son, and later a daughter. Mark was a 
devoted husband and father; his family always came first. 
Throughout his life, Mark loved living in smaller communities, and he 
enjoyed different roles while living in Dighton as a member of the city 
council, a USD 482 school board member, and a Lane County EMT. Mark also
 spent a great deal of time investing in church as both an elder and a 
Sunday School teacher. For almost 30 years Mark was a general contractor
 and loved building custom homes and various commercial projects in 
western Kansas. Additionally, he was a dryland farmer for about 15 of 
those years. Mark loved to cut wheat, and harvests were one of his 
favorite times of year. Another of the greatest blessings to his family 
are the years he spent working in both construction and farming with his
 children. No matter how much patience Mark was actually born with, 
working with his children day after day on many different jobs not only 
tested it, but allowed him many opportunities to practice it. Both 
Jeremie and Kelli treasure the times spent with him learning lessons 
about work and life. 
After his years building, farming and raising a family, and then to his 
retirement, Mark enjoyed 17 years as a successful insurance professional
 in Kansas, Colorado and Iowa. 
Mark was a teacher; maybe not in the traditional sense, but he took the 
time and energy, even in the hustle and bustle of life’s busyness, to 
teach those who worked with him how to work hard, be efficient, take 
pride in a job well done, and “work smarter, not harder.” He was also a 
firm believer in working hard and playing hard! He loved to water ski, 
scuba dive, fly fish, watch (and commentate) sporting events, and bird 
hunt with his dogs. Most will fondly remember that Mark had an 
infectious sense of humor! He loved to banter with others, play jokes on
 his friends and neighbors, and he genuinely loved to make people 
chuckle. Mark loved fun and took special care to pass that love of humor
 on to his children and grandchildren. Mark loved his family beyond 
measure. He wasn’t always a hugger, but he would go to the ends of the 
earth to show those he loved how much he cared for them through his 
actions and words. Of all things Mark was dedicated to, the most 
important component of his life was his relationship with Jesus Christ. 
Mark spent his life studying the Bible, praying, and sharing the love of
 Christ with those around him. His most important legacy will be that 
his family, and anyone who knew him, will know the gift of grace offered
 by Jesus through a personal relationship with Christ. 
Mark is survived by his wife, Kit, of the home; a son, Jeremie Krehbiel 
and wife Olivia of Kerrville, TX; a daughter, Kelli Getz and husband 
Levi of Quinter, KS; and five grandchildren, who affectionately referred
 to him as “Pop”: Emma and Jarrett Krehbiel and Kayler, Lakin and Kamry 
Getz. Surviving siblings include Judy (Ron) Musselwhite, Dighton, KS; 
Jim (Genelle) Krehbiel, Scott City, KS; Larry (Vicki) Krehbiel, Dighton,
 KS; Pamela Schnelle, Beatrice, NE; and Rick (Amy) Krehbiel, Greeley, 
CO. Mark will also be dearly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, 
friends. 
Preceding Mark in death were his parents and a sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and John Huber of Hays, KS. 
Memorials in memory of Mark may be made to Tunnel to Towers or Live Like
 Jesus Today Ministries, both in care of Boomhower Funeral Home in 
Dighton, KS. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com 
Boomhower Funeral Home Box 891 Dighton, Ks 67839 620-397-5792&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>On Friday, September 3, 2021, Mark Edward Krehbiel, age 71, ended his 
three-year battle with metastatic melanoma at Gove County Medical 
Center, Quinter. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM 
Tuesday, September 7th, at Bible Fellowship Church in Dighton, Kansas; 
visitation with family present will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, 
September 6th at the Church. The service will be Facebook live on the 
Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. 
Mark was born July 12, 1950, in Scott City, Kansas, to Orville and Elnor
 (Hinderliter) Krehbiel. He graduated from Dighton High School in 1968, 
and attended college at Kansas State University, where he studied 
accounting, worked as an R.A. in Haymaker, and was a yell-leader for the
 Wildcats. On a blind date in early-1971, Mark met Kit Kahler (a Logan, 
KS, graduate) in Hays, KS, which led to a whirlwind romance culminating 
in their marriage on December 26, 1971. A few years later their union 
was blessed with the birth of a son, and later a daughter. Mark was a 
devoted husband and father; his family always came first. 
Throughout his life, Mark loved living in smaller communities, and he 
enjoyed different roles while living in Dighton as a member of the city 
council, a USD 482 school board member, and a Lane County EMT. Mark also
 spent a great deal of time investing in church as both an elder and a 
Sunday School teacher. For almost 30 years Mark was a general contractor
 and loved building custom homes and various commercial projects in 
western Kansas. Additionally, he was a dryland farmer for about 15 of 
those years. Mark loved to cut wheat, and harvests were one of his 
favorite times of year. Another of the greatest blessings to his family 
are the years he spent working in both construction and farming with his
 children. No matter how much patience Mark was actually born with, 
working with his children day after day on many different jobs not only 
tested it, but allowed him many opportunities to practice it. Both 
Jeremie and Kelli treasure the times spent with him learning lessons 
about work and life. 
After his years building, farming and raising a family, and then to his 
retirement, Mark enjoyed 17 years as a successful insurance professional
 in Kansas, Colorado and Iowa. 
Mark was a teacher; maybe not in the traditional sense, but he took the 
time and energy, even in the hustle and bustle of life’s busyness, to 
teach those who worked with him how to work hard, be efficient, take 
pride in a job well done, and “work smarter, not harder.” He was also a 
firm believer in working hard and playing hard! He loved to water ski, 
scuba dive, fly fish, watch (and commentate) sporting events, and bird 
hunt with his dogs. Most will fondly remember that Mark had an 
infectious sense of humor! He loved to banter with others, play jokes on
 his friends and neighbors, and he genuinely loved to make people 
chuckle. Mark loved fun and took special care to pass that love of humor
 on to his children and grandchildren. Mark loved his family beyond 
measure. He wasn’t always a hugger, but he would go to the ends of the 
earth to show those he loved how much he cared for them through his 
actions and words. Of all things Mark was dedicated to, the most 
important component of his life was his relationship with Jesus Christ. 
Mark spent his life studying the Bible, praying, and sharing the love of
 Christ with those around him. His most important legacy will be that 
his family, and anyone who knew him, will know the gift of grace offered
 by Jesus through a personal relationship with Christ. 
Mark is survived by his wife, Kit, of the home; a son, Jeremie Krehbiel 
and wife Olivia of Kerrville, TX; a daughter, Kelli Getz and husband 
Levi of Quinter, KS; and five grandchildren, who affectionately referred
 to him as “Pop”: Emma and Jarrett Krehbiel and Kayler, Lakin and Kamry 
Getz. Surviving siblings include Judy (Ron) Musselwhite, Dighton, KS; 
Jim (Genelle) Krehbiel, Scott City, KS; Larry (Vicki) Krehbiel, Dighton,
 KS; Pamela Schnelle, Beatrice, NE; and Rick (Amy) Krehbiel, Greeley, 
CO. Mark will also be dearly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, 
friends. 
Preceding Mark in death were his parents and a sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and John Huber of Hays, KS. 
Memorials in memory of Mark may be made to Tunnel to Towers or Live Like
 Jesus Today Ministries, both in care of Boomhower Funeral Home in 
Dighton, KS. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com 
Boomhower Funeral Home Box 891 Dighton, Ks 67839 620-397-5792&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Mark Edward Krehbiel

Michael Lynn “Mike” Pipkin, 73, was 
born February 26, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, and died Thursday, September
 2, 2021, at his home in Sharon Springs, Kansas.

Mike and his sister Jody were adopted 
by two wonderful parents, Robert and Mary (Pepperdine) Pipkin.&nbsp; Mike 
served in the U.S. Army from 1968-1971 where he repaired Huey and 
Chinook helicopters.&nbsp; He then served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 
1975-1976.&nbsp; Mike married Mary Carlson and together they had two sons, 
Robert and Ross.&nbsp; Later they divorced and Mike married Norma Reichert in
 1987.&nbsp; After Mike’s service in the military as a helicopter mechanic, 
he received a degree from Fort Hays State University in Psychology and 
worked in several Human Resource jobs.&nbsp; He spent 11 years with the City 
of Hays as the sexton of Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; Mike then spent the next 
24 years as the caretaker of the Reichert Farm.&nbsp; Recently, he was a 
substitute teacher in the LaCrosse School District and also Wallace 
County Schools.&nbsp; He was loved by all students and served as a big 
brother, mentor, and tutor to countless children as he embraced his true
 gift of piano and a lovely voice.&nbsp; His passions were music, 
motorcycles, and helping anyone in need.&nbsp; Mike loved his sons and could 
not wait to ride motorcycles, fish, attend Ross’s theater shows, or 
simply hang out with them.&nbsp; Mike’s everyday goal was to go to heaven and
 take as many people with him as possible.&nbsp; We know that God is playing 
him a song on heaven’s baby grand piano.

Survivors include his wife Norma of 
Sharon Springs, two sons:&nbsp; Rob (Edyta) Pipkin of Lakewood, CO and Ross 
Pipkin of Key West, FL, three grandchildren: Izabella, Alanna, and 
Thomas, and his sister: Jody Morris and husband John of Judsonia, AR.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Friday, September 10, 2021, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Hays, with 
Pastor Rocco Mallardi officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors by the 
Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in Our Lady Help of 
Christians Cemetery, Antonino.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 
8:00 on Thursday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am 
until service time on Friday at the church.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to 
the Messiah Lutheran Church or to the Gary Sinise Foundation.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Mike may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Michael Lynn “Mike” Pipkin, 73, was 
born February 26, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, and died Thursday, September
 2, 2021, at his home in Sharon Springs, Kansas.Mike and his sister Jody were adopted 
by two wonderful parents, Robert and Mary (Pepperdine) Pipkin.&nbsp; Mike 
served in the U.S. Army from 1968-1971 where he repaired Huey and 
Chinook helicopters.&nbsp; He then served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 
1975-1976.&nbsp; Mike married Mary Carlson and together they had two sons, 
Robert and Ross.&nbsp; Later they divorced and Mike married Norma Reichert in
 1987.&nbsp; After Mike’s service in the military as a helicopter mechanic, 
he received a degree from Fort Hays State University in Psychology and 
worked in several Human Resource jobs.&nbsp; He spent 11 years with the City 
of Hays as the sexton of Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; Mike then spent the next 
24 years as the caretaker of the Reichert Farm.&nbsp; Recently, he was a 
substitute teacher in the LaCrosse School District and also Wallace 
County Schools.&nbsp; He was loved by all students and served as a big 
brother, mentor, and tutor to countless children as he embraced his true
 gift of piano and a lovely voice.&nbsp; His passions were music, 
motorcycles, and helping anyone in need.&nbsp; Mike loved his sons and could 
not wait to ride motorcycles, fish, attend Ross’s theater shows, or 
simply hang out with them.&nbsp; Mike’s everyday goal was to go to heaven and
 take as many people with him as possible.&nbsp; We know that God is playing 
him a song on heaven’s baby grand piano.Survivors include his wife Norma of 
Sharon Springs, two sons:&nbsp; Rob (Edyta) Pipkin of Lakewood, CO and Ross 
Pipkin of Key West, FL, three grandchildren: Izabella, Alanna, and 
Thomas, and his sister: Jody Morris and husband John of Judsonia, AR.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Friday, September 10, 2021, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Hays, with 
Pastor Rocco Mallardi officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors by the 
Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in Our Lady Help of 
Christians Cemetery, Antonino.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 
8:00 on Thursday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am 
until service time on Friday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to 
the Messiah Lutheran Church or to the Gary Sinise Foundation.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Mike may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Michael Lynn 'Mike' Pipkin

Hilda Coronel, 54, passed away September 4, 2021, at her home in 
Great Bend.&nbsp; She was born September 28, 1966, to Adolfo and Ernestina 
(Uribe) Coronel.

Hilda, a resident of Great Bend since 2010 coming from Salinas, 
Calif., worked for Kleen Smart.&nbsp; She was a member of Prince of Peace 
Parish at St. Rose Lima Catholic Church.&nbsp; Hilda was an amazing cook and 
enjoyed flower gardening, but above all, she cherished weekend shopping 
trips with her children.

Survivors include her mother Ernestina Coronel of Mexico; children, 
Erik Solorzano and Edith Solorzano both of the home; five brothers Mario
 Coronel, Horacio Coronel, Juvenal Coronel, Albertano Coronel, Alberto 
Coronel all of Salinas, Calif.; and two sisters, Lourdes Vargas of 
Salinas, Calif., and Mayra Kurtz of Great Bend.&nbsp; She was preceded in 
death by her father, Adolfo Coronel; and brother, Adolfo Coronel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021,
 at St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Prakash 
Kola presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North, 
Great Bend.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 
8, with a Prayer Service with Pastor Tim Singleton at 6:00 p.m. and 
Vigil and Rosary with Father Prakash Kola at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Kindred Hospice, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Hilda Coronel, 54, passed away September 4, 2021, at her home in 
Great Bend.&nbsp; She was born September 28, 1966, to Adolfo and Ernestina 
(Uribe) Coronel.Hilda, a resident of Great Bend since 2010 coming from Salinas, 
Calif., worked for Kleen Smart.&nbsp; She was a member of Prince of Peace 
Parish at St. Rose Lima Catholic Church.&nbsp; Hilda was an amazing cook and 
enjoyed flower gardening, but above all, she cherished weekend shopping 
trips with her children.Survivors include her mother Ernestina Coronel of Mexico; children, 
Erik Solorzano and Edith Solorzano both of the home; five brothers Mario
 Coronel, Horacio Coronel, Juvenal Coronel, Albertano Coronel, Alberto 
Coronel all of Salinas, Calif.; and two sisters, Lourdes Vargas of 
Salinas, Calif., and Mayra Kurtz of Great Bend.&nbsp; She was preceded in 
death by her father, Adolfo Coronel; and brother, Adolfo Coronel.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021,
 at St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Prakash 
Kola presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North, 
Great Bend.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 
8, with a Prayer Service with Pastor Tim Singleton at 6:00 p.m. and 
Vigil and Rosary with Father Prakash Kola at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Kindred Hospice, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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