Patricia Hiss Friedeman, Great Bend Senior High Graduate of 1955, will be laid to rest in the Great Bend Cemetery on Wednesday, September 8, at 3:00 p.m. At the same time and place, her brother-in-law, James S. Friedeman Great Bend Senior High Graduate of 1949, will also be laid to rest. Pastor Phillip R. Friedeman will preside.&nbsp;

Patricia Hiss Friedeman, 82, currently of Lawrence, Kansas, died with
 a smile on her face, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital Health on Wednesday,
 December 2, 2020.&nbsp; She was born on August 22, 1938 in Great Bend, 
Kansas, the beloved daughter of Carrie Jane Williams and Elward J. 
Hiss.&nbsp; Patricia was fortunate to have two mothers, her own and country 
school teacher who taught her for eight years and then she went on to 
graduate from Great Bend Senior High School.&nbsp; Her college career began 
at Doane College then transferring to Emporia State University where she
 earned a teaching degree in Elementary Education in three and a half 
years.&nbsp; She then taught elementary students in Great Bend, Kansas for a 
semester.&nbsp; On August 9, 1959 she married Phillip R. Friedeman and 
together they were off to Boston for her husband’s seminary experience 
while she provided her salary by teaching a year at a boy’s private 
school and teaching two years in the famous Wellesley school system.

Not knowing she was retiring from teaching she turned her gifts to 
being a mother and a superb home maker and pastor’s wife using the gifts
 of empathy and listening her family had taught her.&nbsp; Never one to be 
ego tripping she assumed tasks in our eight churches that no one could 
see to do like leading children’s choirs, playing the piano, sending 
cards, teaching Sunday School and on and on.

Born at the tail end of the Great Depression, and the beginning of 
too many of our incessant wars and the occasional hard times on the 
family farm, Pat became deeply grateful for whatever good came her way 
and it showed in the genuine heart she has always had for people and 
especially for the children. &nbsp;And why is this so?&nbsp; Because they could 
sense that she was comfortable in her own skin.&nbsp; And that made them 
comfortable to open up and trust her special conversational skills to 
tell their story.&nbsp; And that is why to this day we still hear from so 
many of our surrogate-grandchildren and grown adults.

Patricia would want surely to be remembered for her love of community
 and the groups that made her life special.&nbsp; A sampling follows: Sunday 
School, 4-H, Pilgrim Fellowship, United Student Fellowship (local, 
regional, nationwide), Women’s Fellowship (Member and Officer), 
Yokefellows, Study &amp; Bible Groups, Association and Conference and 
National UCC meetings, PEO Sisterhood (40 Year Member), KU Endowment 
Retirees, Divine Diners, Breakfast and Luncheon Groups, Prayer Shawl, 
Justice Matters (Charter Member), KU Men’s Basketball.&nbsp; And, most 
important of all, Plymouth Congregational Church Worship Services.&nbsp; 
Pat’s earnst desire is that once our nation becomes increasingly in 
control of Covid-19 that we will see a resurgence of community and group
 life.

Left to sing her praises is her beloved husband, Phillip Friedeman 
and their two sons and their wives P. Shawn Friedeman (Sheryl) and Thad 
R. Friedeman (Barbara) older brother Elward J. Hiss and younger sister 
Elizabeth L. Bower (Al). She is also survived by many nieces and 
nephews.

In lieu of flowers, friends and family may send donations to the 
Patricia and Phillip Friedeman Endowed Fund in care of Plymouth 
Congregational Church to be used for the Wider Mission or to Emporia 
State University, to be used for student scholarships in Elementary 
Education.&nbsp; These donations may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain 
Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street Lawrence, KS 66044.

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 </figure>Patricia Hiss Friedeman, Great Bend Senior High Graduate of 1955, will be laid to rest in the Great Bend Cemetery on Wednesday, September 8, at 3:00 p.m. At the same time and place, her brother-in-law, James S. Friedeman Great Bend Senior High Graduate of 1949, will also be laid to rest. Pastor Phillip R. Friedeman will preside.&nbsp;Patricia Hiss Friedeman, 82, currently of Lawrence, Kansas, died with
 a smile on her face, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital Health on Wednesday,
 December 2, 2020.&nbsp; She was born on August 22, 1938 in Great Bend, 
Kansas, the beloved daughter of Carrie Jane Williams and Elward J. 
Hiss.&nbsp; Patricia was fortunate to have two mothers, her own and country 
school teacher who taught her for eight years and then she went on to 
graduate from Great Bend Senior High School.&nbsp; Her college career began 
at Doane College then transferring to Emporia State University where she
 earned a teaching degree in Elementary Education in three and a half 
years.&nbsp; She then taught elementary students in Great Bend, Kansas for a 
semester.&nbsp; On August 9, 1959 she married Phillip R. Friedeman and 
together they were off to Boston for her husband’s seminary experience 
while she provided her salary by teaching a year at a boy’s private 
school and teaching two years in the famous Wellesley school system.Not knowing she was retiring from teaching she turned her gifts to 
being a mother and a superb home maker and pastor’s wife using the gifts
 of empathy and listening her family had taught her.&nbsp; Never one to be 
ego tripping she assumed tasks in our eight churches that no one could 
see to do like leading children’s choirs, playing the piano, sending 
cards, teaching Sunday School and on and on.Born at the tail end of the Great Depression, and the beginning of 
too many of our incessant wars and the occasional hard times on the 
family farm, Pat became deeply grateful for whatever good came her way 
and it showed in the genuine heart she has always had for people and 
especially for the children. &nbsp;And why is this so?&nbsp; Because they could 
sense that she was comfortable in her own skin.&nbsp; And that made them 
comfortable to open up and trust her special conversational skills to 
tell their story.&nbsp; And that is why to this day we still hear from so 
many of our surrogate-grandchildren and grown adults.Patricia would want surely to be remembered for her love of community
 and the groups that made her life special.&nbsp; A sampling follows: Sunday 
School, 4-H, Pilgrim Fellowship, United Student Fellowship (local, 
regional, nationwide), Women’s Fellowship (Member and Officer), 
Yokefellows, Study &amp; Bible Groups, Association and Conference and 
National UCC meetings, PEO Sisterhood (40 Year Member), KU Endowment 
Retirees, Divine Diners, Breakfast and Luncheon Groups, Prayer Shawl, 
Justice Matters (Charter Member), KU Men’s Basketball.&nbsp; And, most 
important of all, Plymouth Congregational Church Worship Services.&nbsp; 
Pat’s earnst desire is that once our nation becomes increasingly in 
control of Covid-19 that we will see a resurgence of community and group
 life.Left to sing her praises is her beloved husband, Phillip Friedeman 
and their two sons and their wives P. Shawn Friedeman (Sheryl) and Thad 
R. Friedeman (Barbara) older brother Elward J. Hiss and younger sister 
Elizabeth L. Bower (Al). She is also survived by many nieces and 
nephews.In lieu of flowers, friends and family may send donations to the 
Patricia and Phillip Friedeman Endowed Fund in care of Plymouth 
Congregational Church to be used for the Wider Mission or to Emporia 
State University, to be used for student scholarships in Elementary 
Education.&nbsp; These donations may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain 
Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street Lawrence, KS 66044.

Patricia Hiss Friedeman

Kelli Lee Kaler, 42, died September 5, 2021, at her home in Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born October 27, 1978, in Bountiful, Utah.

She is survived by; a daughter, Courtney Kaler of Hays; a son, Cody 
Kaler of Hays; her mother, Dixie Wilson and step father Mike Wilson of 
Hoisington; father, Lynn Rigby of Layton, Utah; twin sister, Kerri 
Maxwell and husband Brandon of Hoisington, and sisters, Amanda Rigby of 
Hoisington, Misty Foley of Newton, and Amy Wigren of Great Bend.

Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Kelli Kaler Memorial Fund in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Kelli Lee Kaler, 42, died September 5, 2021, at her home in Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born October 27, 1978, in Bountiful, Utah.She is survived by; a daughter, Courtney Kaler of Hays; a son, Cody 
Kaler of Hays; her mother, Dixie Wilson and step father Mike Wilson of 
Hoisington; father, Lynn Rigby of Layton, Utah; twin sister, Kerri 
Maxwell and husband Brandon of Hoisington, and sisters, Amanda Rigby of 
Hoisington, Misty Foley of Newton, and Amy Wigren of Great Bend.Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to the Kelli Kaler Memorial Fund in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Kelli Lee Kaler

Rance Henry Denton passed away peacefully in the arms of his high 
school sweetheart, and devoted wife on Tuesday August 31, 2021.&nbsp;Rance 
was born on September 19, 1947, to Hope and Henry Denton in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;
 He is survived by his wife Nancy Denton, daughters Cody Denton, Carey 
Mackey and Christy Gallegos.&nbsp;In addition to his brothers Jim, Jay, Craig
 and his sister Jan Norell.&nbsp;He also leaves behind his grandchildren and 
great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mom Hope Denton, 
father Henry Denton and his daughter Stacey Lynn.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rance was a character larger than life, from his profound success as a
 wildcatter in the oil field, to his unrelenting love of living life to 
its absolute fullest.&nbsp; He truly loved every single member of his family 
and with his wife Nancy, was the glue that kept the fabrics of his 
family and extended family together.&nbsp; Rance was uncommonly kind and was 
known to give you the shirt off of his back if needed. He was a wildly 
busy and mysterious man, but he somehow always tried to make it to as 
many of his children and grandchildren’s sporting events and lived for 
these occasions.

Rance owned Denton Brothers Drilling Company and was the first man to
 drill a Horizontal well in the Greater Rocky Mountain region.

He attended High School in New Castle, Wyoming, and attended Sterling 
Community College where he was a standout wrestler and football player. 
Often, he reminisced on his many accomplishments on the mat, and 
well…sometimes on the streets, as a tougher and more formidable man 
likely never existed.

He was affectionately known as Maynard to his daughters because he 
always would take care of their horses at rodeos that they attended as a
 family. He traveled near and far to rodeos with his daughters and 
always made sure they were mounted on the best horses.

No child or grandchild escaped the early morning horror of the 
blinking lights or shaking beds and his laughter infused words of 
“DingDong” which landed him many dirty looks and sometimes yelling.&nbsp;All 
of these will now be missed.

Rance never met a stranger in all of his years of travel and 
exploration of all life had to offer one such as him.&nbsp; He could walk 
into a quite bar and leave 3 hours later having made lifelong friends 
with each character occupying the establishment.&nbsp;He was the walking 
definition of generous and made sure not a family member or friend new 
or old went without help if they needed it.&nbsp;

His remote control was sacred, and no one could talk during the 
Bronco games on Sunday’s. Failure to comply by this rule would result in
 being removed from the premises.&nbsp;LOL. Rance made it his noble duty to 
take his family to many unique and memorable destinations, no matter the
 cost.&nbsp;He was a teacher of basketball, skiing, golf, fishing, and all of
 the important lessons in enjoying life.&nbsp;Many pinochle games ended with 
him “Shooting the Moon” followed by boasting of kicking Carey and 
Christy’s butts.&nbsp;

He left this world the way he lived it, gloriously, memorably and 
with no fear of the unknown although he wasn’t quite ready. He will be 
truly missed by so many, but we have the solace of knowing he is now 
pain free and walking once again.

<a href="https://www.taborfuneralhome.com/">Tabor Funeral Home</a> is in charge of arrangements.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Rance Henry Denton passed away peacefully in the arms of his high 
school sweetheart, and devoted wife on Tuesday August 31, 2021.&nbsp;Rance 
was born on September 19, 1947, to Hope and Henry Denton in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;
 He is survived by his wife Nancy Denton, daughters Cody Denton, Carey 
Mackey and Christy Gallegos.&nbsp;In addition to his brothers Jim, Jay, Craig
 and his sister Jan Norell.&nbsp;He also leaves behind his grandchildren and 
great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mom Hope Denton, 
father Henry Denton and his daughter Stacey Lynn.&nbsp; &nbsp;Rance was a character larger than life, from his profound success as a
 wildcatter in the oil field, to his unrelenting love of living life to 
its absolute fullest.&nbsp; He truly loved every single member of his family 
and with his wife Nancy, was the glue that kept the fabrics of his 
family and extended family together.&nbsp; Rance was uncommonly kind and was 
known to give you the shirt off of his back if needed. He was a wildly 
busy and mysterious man, but he somehow always tried to make it to as 
many of his children and grandchildren’s sporting events and lived for 
these occasions.Rance owned Denton Brothers Drilling Company and was the first man to
 drill a Horizontal well in the Greater Rocky Mountain region.He attended High School in New Castle, Wyoming, and attended Sterling 
Community College where he was a standout wrestler and football player. 
Often, he reminisced on his many accomplishments on the mat, and 
well…sometimes on the streets, as a tougher and more formidable man 
likely never existed.He was affectionately known as Maynard to his daughters because he 
always would take care of their horses at rodeos that they attended as a
 family. He traveled near and far to rodeos with his daughters and 
always made sure they were mounted on the best horses.No child or grandchild escaped the early morning horror of the 
blinking lights or shaking beds and his laughter infused words of 
“DingDong” which landed him many dirty looks and sometimes yelling.&nbsp;All 
of these will now be missed.Rance never met a stranger in all of his years of travel and 
exploration of all life had to offer one such as him.&nbsp; He could walk 
into a quite bar and leave 3 hours later having made lifelong friends 
with each character occupying the establishment.&nbsp;He was the walking 
definition of generous and made sure not a family member or friend new 
or old went without help if they needed it.&nbsp;His remote control was sacred, and no one could talk during the 
Bronco games on Sunday’s. Failure to comply by this rule would result in
 being removed from the premises.&nbsp;LOL. Rance made it his noble duty to 
take his family to many unique and memorable destinations, no matter the
 cost.&nbsp;He was a teacher of basketball, skiing, golf, fishing, and all of
 the important lessons in enjoying life.&nbsp;Many pinochle games ended with 
him “Shooting the Moon” followed by boasting of kicking Carey and 
Christy’s butts.&nbsp;He left this world the way he lived it, gloriously, memorably and 
with no fear of the unknown although he wasn’t quite ready. He will be 
truly missed by so many, but we have the solace of knowing he is now 
pain free and walking once again.Rance Henry Denton, You Are Loved. <a href="https://www.taborfuneralhome.com/">Tabor Funeral Home</a> is in charge of arrangements.

Rance Henry Denton

Eva Marie Angeles, age 63, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, 
at the Great Plains Health Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; 
She was born on August 10, 1958, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of 
Edward &amp; Bernice Mittleider Steinwand.&nbsp; A resident of Scott County, 
Kansas, since 2007 moving from Dodge City, Kansas, she was a retail 
clerk.

On June 19, 2021, she married Michael Angeles in Dodge City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.

Survivors include her Husband - Michael Angeles of Scott County, 
Kansas, One Son - Michael Wilson of Hillsboro, Oregon, Four Daughters - 
Amanda Aguilar of San Antonio, Texas, Brandy Coney of Dodge City, 
Kansas, Crystal Rae of Hillsboro, Oregon, Taylor Angeles of Hutchinson, 
Kansas, Three Brothers - Timothy Steinwand of Garden City, Kansas, David
 Steinwand of Columbia, Missouri, Daniel Steinwand of Gillette, 
Wyoming,&nbsp; One Sister - Bonnie Miller of Oak Hill, West Virginia, Seven 
Grandchildren, and Two Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents and One Sister - Connie Carman.

Graveside Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 
11, 2021, at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas, with Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 10:00
 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington Street, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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

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 </figure>Eva Marie Angeles, age 63, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, 
at the Great Plains Health Medical Center in North Platte, Nebraska.&nbsp; 
She was born on August 10, 1958, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of 
Edward &amp; Bernice Mittleider Steinwand.&nbsp; A resident of Scott County, 
Kansas, since 2007 moving from Dodge City, Kansas, she was a retail 
clerk.On June 19, 2021, she married Michael Angeles in Dodge City, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.Survivors include her Husband - Michael Angeles of Scott County, 
Kansas, One Son - Michael Wilson of Hillsboro, Oregon, Four Daughters - 
Amanda Aguilar of San Antonio, Texas, Brandy Coney of Dodge City, 
Kansas, Crystal Rae of Hillsboro, Oregon, Taylor Angeles of Hutchinson, 
Kansas, Three Brothers - Timothy Steinwand of Garden City, Kansas, David
 Steinwand of Columbia, Missouri, Daniel Steinwand of Gillette, 
Wyoming,&nbsp; One Sister - Bonnie Miller of Oak Hill, West Virginia, Seven 
Grandchildren, and Two Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents and One Sister - Connie Carman.Graveside Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 
11, 2021, at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas, with Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 10:00
 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington Street, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the Eva Angeles 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Eva Marie Angeles  |1958-2021|

Herbert A. Stevens, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020,
 at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 11, 1928, in Geuda Springs, Kansas, the son of Lawrence 
Metallis and Emma Beulah Iseminger Stevens.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, 
Kansas since early childhood moving from Geuda Springs, Kansas.&nbsp; Herbert
 was a farmer and rancher.

Herb was a member of the Class of 1946 at Scott Community High 
School.&nbsp; On February 25, 1951, he married Margie B. Harkness in Scott 
City, Kansas.

Herb was well known for always wearing a suit and tie to the senior 
citizen dances in the local area and was a member of the Eagle’s Lodge 
of Garden City, Kansas, and the Sunflower Polka Club of Hays, Kansas. He
 loved to ride his red three-wheel motorcycle around town, and he was a 
loyal fan of the New York Yankees.

Survivors include his Two Sons - Rick Stevens of Scott City, Kansas, 
Stacy Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, One Daughter - Colette 
&amp; Steve Robinson of Vienna, Virginia, Five Nephews - Chad &amp; Mara
 Stevens of St. Johns, Florida, Corbin &amp; Heidi Stevens of Scott 
City, Kansas, Curtis &amp; Theresa Stevens of Salina, Kansas, Sean 
Stevens of Atwood, Kansas, Seth Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, 
Two Nieces - Crista Stevens-Kirchhoff of Smith Center, Kansas and 
Stefanie Stevens of Kansas City, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, one brother, 
one son - Mark Stevens, one daughter - Melody Stevens, one grandson - 
Brannon Chayston Stevens, and his dance partner - Mary Ruth Houdyshell.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 
September 11, 2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, 
Kansas with Steve Payne presiding.

Memorials May be made&nbsp;to the Scott County VIP Center in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.

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 </figure>Herbert A. Stevens, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020,
 at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 11, 1928, in Geuda Springs, Kansas, the son of Lawrence 
Metallis and Emma Beulah Iseminger Stevens.&nbsp; A resident of Scott City, 
Kansas since early childhood moving from Geuda Springs, Kansas.&nbsp; Herbert
 was a farmer and rancher.Herb was a member of the Class of 1946 at Scott Community High 
School.&nbsp; On February 25, 1951, he married Margie B. Harkness in Scott 
City, Kansas.Herb was well known for always wearing a suit and tie to the senior 
citizen dances in the local area and was a member of the Eagle’s Lodge 
of Garden City, Kansas, and the Sunflower Polka Club of Hays, Kansas. He
 loved to ride his red three-wheel motorcycle around town, and he was a 
loyal fan of the New York Yankees.Survivors include his Two Sons - Rick Stevens of Scott City, Kansas, 
Stacy Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, One Daughter - Colette 
&amp; Steve Robinson of Vienna, Virginia, Five Nephews - Chad &amp; Mara
 Stevens of St. Johns, Florida, Corbin &amp; Heidi Stevens of Scott 
City, Kansas, Curtis &amp; Theresa Stevens of Salina, Kansas, Sean 
Stevens of Atwood, Kansas, Seth Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, 
Two Nieces - Crista Stevens-Kirchhoff of Smith Center, Kansas and 
Stefanie Stevens of Kansas City, Missouri.He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, one brother, 
one son - Mark Stevens, one daughter - Melody Stevens, one grandson - 
Brannon Chayston Stevens, and his dance partner - Mary Ruth Houdyshell.A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 
September 11, 2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, 
Kansas with Steve Payne presiding.Memorials May be made&nbsp;to the Scott County VIP Center in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.There will be no calling times.

Herbert A. Stevens

Bonnie Zelda Stute was born March 24, 1944, at home in Ojito, New 
Mexico, the thirteenth child of Fred and Alma (Hoisinger) Davis. She 
went to her Savior September 5, 2021.
 		Bonnie lived a wonderful life, fueled by her acceptance of Jesus 
Christ as her Savior at an early age and continuing to be a devout 
Christian her whole life. Bonnie attended primary school in Lindrith, 
New Mexico and graduated from Cuba High School, Cuba, New Mexico. She 
obtained her Associates Degree from Oklahoma School of Business and was 
employed by Manpower Inc.
 	In 1963 she met Daryl Edward Stute, an Aviation Fuel Specialist for
 the United States Air Force. They were united in marriage at Sunnylane 
United Methodist Church March 21, 1964. Their first child, Melanie Dawn,
 was born January 9, 1967, and their second child Michael Roy, born 
November 25, 1968, in Midwest City, Oklahoma.
 	 They moved to Kansas, first to El Dorado, then to Canton where they resided for 45 years before moving to Hill City in 2018.
 	While living in Canton she served as secretary for the Canton 
United Methodist Church, was Director of the Canton Senior Center for 14
 years, and librarian for Canton Carnegie Library for 11 years. 
 	 She loved her flower gardens, all colors and all sorts of flowers 
and plants. She loved to watch the butterflies and birds that adorned 
her garden, she was especially excited when a cardinal appeared. Bonnie
 was well known for her baking, pies being her real specialty. 
 	Bonnie was always ready and willing to travel anywhere and 
everywhere. This was evident since she traveled to 45 of the 50 states. 
Of course, her greatest joy was being with her family and friends. She 
graced this Earth with her presence, having touched so many lives in a 
multitude of special ways.
 	Preceding her in death were six sisters: Thelma Anson, Clara 
Young, Violet Howard, Ruth Gawith, Anna Archuleta, and Earlene Handke; 
two brothers: Harold and Freeman.
 	 She is survived by husband Daryl, her two children, Melanie 
Kennedy, Hill City, and Michael Stute of Panama City, Panama; seven 
grandchildren: Megan, Ryan, and Carrie Kennedy, Kelsey Stute Coker, 
Eddie, Noah, and Nala Stute; Four great grandchildren: Nathan, Chandra, 
and Athena Coker, and Samuel Ramirez. Also surviving are her sisters: 
Lois Richards, Irene Ozanich, and Gladys Yancey, and two brothers Oliver
 and wife Danella, and Donald and wife Sharon; many cousins, nieces and 
nephews, as well as numerous friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Bonnie-Zelda-Stute?obId=22254770#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Bonnie Zelda Stute was born March 24, 1944, at home in Ojito, New 
Mexico, the thirteenth child of Fred and Alma (Hoisinger) Davis. She 
went to her Savior September 5, 2021.
 		Bonnie lived a wonderful life, fueled by her acceptance of Jesus 
Christ as her Savior at an early age and continuing to be a devout 
Christian her whole life. Bonnie attended primary school in Lindrith, 
New Mexico and graduated from Cuba High School, Cuba, New Mexico. She 
obtained her Associates Degree from Oklahoma School of Business and was 
employed by Manpower Inc.
 	In 1963 she met Daryl Edward Stute, an Aviation Fuel Specialist for
 the United States Air Force. They were united in marriage at Sunnylane 
United Methodist Church March 21, 1964. Their first child, Melanie Dawn,
 was born January 9, 1967, and their second child Michael Roy, born 
November 25, 1968, in Midwest City, Oklahoma.
 	 They moved to Kansas, first to El Dorado, then to Canton where they resided for 45 years before moving to Hill City in 2018.
 	While living in Canton she served as secretary for the Canton 
United Methodist Church, was Director of the Canton Senior Center for 14
 years, and librarian for Canton Carnegie Library for 11 years. 
 	 She loved her flower gardens, all colors and all sorts of flowers 
and plants. She loved to watch the butterflies and birds that adorned 
her garden, she was especially excited when a cardinal appeared. Bonnie
 was well known for her baking, pies being her real specialty. 
 	Bonnie was always ready and willing to travel anywhere and 
everywhere. This was evident since she traveled to 45 of the 50 states. 
Of course, her greatest joy was being with her family and friends. She 
graced this Earth with her presence, having touched so many lives in a 
multitude of special ways.
 	Preceding her in death were six sisters: Thelma Anson, Clara 
Young, Violet Howard, Ruth Gawith, Anna Archuleta, and Earlene Handke; 
two brothers: Harold and Freeman.
 	 She is survived by husband Daryl, her two children, Melanie 
Kennedy, Hill City, and Michael Stute of Panama City, Panama; seven 
grandchildren: Megan, Ryan, and Carrie Kennedy, Kelsey Stute Coker, 
Eddie, Noah, and Nala Stute; Four great grandchildren: Nathan, Chandra, 
and Athena Coker, and Samuel Ramirez. Also surviving are her sisters: 
Lois Richards, Irene Ozanich, and Gladys Yancey, and two brothers Oliver
 and wife Danella, and Donald and wife Sharon; many cousins, nieces and 
nephews, as well as numerous friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Bonnie-Zelda-Stute?obId=22254770#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Bonnie Zelda Stute

Rex G. Aistrup, 90, died Sunday, September 5, 2021, at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City.&nbsp;

He was born December 2, 1930, on the family farm near Bison, Kansas, 
the son of Tinus and Mintie (Hoofer) Aistrup. He was a graduate of 
Hanston High School, attended Dodge City Community College and served in
 the United States Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He was a longtime area 
resident where he farmed and worked in construction.&nbsp;

He was a member of St. John the Baptist Church and Knights of 
Columbus Council #1539 both in Spearville.&nbsp; He loved woodworking and 
made many cherished family heirlooms.

On September 5, 1959, he married Antonette "Toni" Mages at St. John 
the Baptist Catholic Church in Spearville, Ks and settled on a farm 
outside of town.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Toni of the home; their 6 
children, Michele Jones and husband Matt, Carollton, Texas, Katrina 
DeMilo and husband Chuck, Marble Head, Massachusetts, Bruce Aistrup, 
Lenexa, Kansas, Gary Aistrup and wife Roberta, Utica, New York, Greg 
Aistrup and wife Kendra, Paola, Kansas and Janell Calvin and husband 
John, Spearville, Kansas; a brother, Merle Aistrup and wife Dottie, 
Hanston, Kansas; a sister-in-law, Teresa Aistrup, Dodge City, Kansas; 12
 grandchildren, Chelsea Hoelscher and husband Dillon, Kristen Jones, 
Audrey DeMilo, Ethan DeMilo, Jessica Pfister and husband Clinton, 
Meredith Kaluza and husband Andrew, Ben Aistrup, Seth Aistrup, Rachel 
Aistrup, Daniel Calvin, Xavier Calvin and Xander Calvin; and 3 
great-grandchildren, Andrew and Caroline Pfister and Sage Hoelscher.

He is preceded in death by his parents, 6 brothers, Lyle, Guy “G.W.”,
 Duayne "Bud", Jack and Jerry Aistrup; 1 sister, Betty Houser and one 
grandson, Jack Aistrup.

Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 10:00 am Saturday, September 
11, 2021, with the Funeral Mass following with Fr. Ted Stoecklein 
presiding both at St. John the Baptist Church, Spearville. Burial will 
follow in St. John Cemetery, Spearville with military honors by American
 Legion District 8 and Military Honors for the State of Kansas. 
Visitation will be held Friday from noon to 8:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, Dodge City.

The family suggests memorials to the Spearville Knights of Columbus 
Scholarship Fund or Hospice of the Prairie in care of Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Rex G. Aistrup, 90, died Sunday, September 5, 2021, at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City.&nbsp;He was born December 2, 1930, on the family farm near Bison, Kansas, 
the son of Tinus and Mintie (Hoofer) Aistrup. He was a graduate of 
Hanston High School, attended Dodge City Community College and served in
 the United States Army during the Korean War.&nbsp; He was a longtime area 
resident where he farmed and worked in construction.&nbsp;He was a member of St. John the Baptist Church and Knights of 
Columbus Council #1539 both in Spearville.&nbsp; He loved woodworking and 
made many cherished family heirlooms.On September 5, 1959, he married Antonette "Toni" Mages at St. John 
the Baptist Catholic Church in Spearville, Ks and settled on a farm 
outside of town.Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Toni of the home; their 6 
children, Michele Jones and husband Matt, Carollton, Texas, Katrina 
DeMilo and husband Chuck, Marble Head, Massachusetts, Bruce Aistrup, 
Lenexa, Kansas, Gary Aistrup and wife Roberta, Utica, New York, Greg 
Aistrup and wife Kendra, Paola, Kansas and Janell Calvin and husband 
John, Spearville, Kansas; a brother, Merle Aistrup and wife Dottie, 
Hanston, Kansas; a sister-in-law, Teresa Aistrup, Dodge City, Kansas; 12
 grandchildren, Chelsea Hoelscher and husband Dillon, Kristen Jones, 
Audrey DeMilo, Ethan DeMilo, Jessica Pfister and husband Clinton, 
Meredith Kaluza and husband Andrew, Ben Aistrup, Seth Aistrup, Rachel 
Aistrup, Daniel Calvin, Xavier Calvin and Xander Calvin; and 3 
great-grandchildren, Andrew and Caroline Pfister and Sage Hoelscher.He is preceded in death by his parents, 6 brothers, Lyle, Guy “G.W.”,
 Duayne "Bud", Jack and Jerry Aistrup; 1 sister, Betty Houser and one 
grandson, Jack Aistrup.Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 10:00 am Saturday, September 
11, 2021, with the Funeral Mass following with Fr. Ted Stoecklein 
presiding both at St. John the Baptist Church, Spearville. Burial will 
follow in St. John Cemetery, Spearville with military honors by American
 Legion District 8 and Military Honors for the State of Kansas. 
Visitation will be held Friday from noon to 8:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, Dodge City.The family suggests memorials to the Spearville Knights of Columbus 
Scholarship Fund or Hospice of the Prairie in care of Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Rex G. Aistrup

William “Bubba” Moore, 28, passed away September 5, 2021, in Junction
 City, Missouri. He was born on October 23, 1992, to Gene &amp; 
Christina (Bierbrodt) Moore.

Coming from Coffeyville in 2009, Bubba was a Great Bend resident. He 
was a mechanic and truck driver for Innovative Livestock Services and 
Crawford Express for several years. He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting
 and horses. Bubba was a very generous man and was always there to lend a
 helping hand to anyone in need.

Survivors include, his father, Gene Moore of Galesburg; his mother 
and stepfather, Christina and Robert Crites of Great Bend; his fiancé, 
Kimber Haley of the home; his children, Emmalee Womack, Bentley Cook, 
Layla Cook, and Kalesie Moore all of the home; his grandparents, Jerry 
and Helen Bierbrodt of Angola and Diana Showalter of Galesburg; a 
sister, Amanda Moore; his stepsiblings, Jason Crites and fiancé Rose, 
and Jonathan Crites all of Great Bend, and Aaron Crites and wife Sam of 
Texas; two half sisters, Laiton Moore and husband Cody and Keonna Moore 
all of St. Paul; two uncles and three aunts; two nieces and one nephew; 
and six cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Larry 
Showalter.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, 
September 10, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive 
friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 
11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with 
Pastor Tim Patrick presiding. 

Memorials have been designated to the 
William Moore Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>William “Bubba” Moore, 28, passed away September 5, 2021, in Junction
 City, Missouri. He was born on October 23, 1992, to Gene &amp; 
Christina (Bierbrodt) Moore.Coming from Coffeyville in 2009, Bubba was a Great Bend resident. He 
was a mechanic and truck driver for Innovative Livestock Services and 
Crawford Express for several years. He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting
 and horses. Bubba was a very generous man and was always there to lend a
 helping hand to anyone in need.Survivors include, his father, Gene Moore of Galesburg; his mother 
and stepfather, Christina and Robert Crites of Great Bend; his fiancé, 
Kimber Haley of the home; his children, Emmalee Womack, Bentley Cook, 
Layla Cook, and Kalesie Moore all of the home; his grandparents, Jerry 
and Helen Bierbrodt of Angola and Diana Showalter of Galesburg; a 
sister, Amanda Moore; his stepsiblings, Jason Crites and fiancé Rose, 
and Jonathan Crites all of Great Bend, and Aaron Crites and wife Sam of 
Texas; two half sisters, Laiton Moore and husband Cody and Keonna Moore 
all of St. Paul; two uncles and three aunts; two nieces and one nephew; 
and six cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Larry 
Showalter.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, 
September 10, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive 
friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 
11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with 
Pastor Tim Patrick presiding. Memorials have been designated to the 
William Moore Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

William 'Bubba' Moore

James “Jim” William Pieschl, 87, passed away September 1, 2021, at The University of Kansas Health Systems Great Bend Campus.

He was born September 19, 1933, in Larned, the son of William Henry and Oma Alice Wagner Pieschl.

A lifetime area resident he was a farmer and stockman. He was a 
member of Burdett United Methodist Church, past member of Pleasant Hill 
United Methodist Church, Ash Valley, past member of Rozel United 
Methodist Church, and the Santa Fe Trail Center, Larned. He enjoyed 
collecting cars and farming.

On December 22, 1963, he married Eulah Belle Holle at Hesston; she preceded him in death on August 5, 2013.

Survivors include: three sons, Kevin Pieschl, Garfield, Kyle Pieschl,
 Great Bend, Marc Pieschl, Rush Center; daughter Marcia (Tim) 
Oberholzer, Cottonwood, Idaho; and three grandchildren, Elizabeth 
Orgish, Ida Pieschl, and Madelyn Pieschl.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 10, 2021 at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Linda Doyle presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021 at
 Beckwith Mortuary. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Santa Fe Trail Center or Burdett United
 Methodist Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, 
Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>James “Jim” William Pieschl, 87, passed away September 1, 2021, at The University of Kansas Health Systems Great Bend Campus.He was born September 19, 1933, in Larned, the son of William Henry and Oma Alice Wagner Pieschl.A lifetime area resident he was a farmer and stockman. He was a 
member of Burdett United Methodist Church, past member of Pleasant Hill 
United Methodist Church, Ash Valley, past member of Rozel United 
Methodist Church, and the Santa Fe Trail Center, Larned. He enjoyed 
collecting cars and farming.On December 22, 1963, he married Eulah Belle Holle at Hesston; she preceded him in death on August 5, 2013.Survivors include: three sons, Kevin Pieschl, Garfield, Kyle Pieschl,
 Great Bend, Marc Pieschl, Rush Center; daughter Marcia (Tim) 
Oberholzer, Cottonwood, Idaho; and three grandchildren, Elizabeth 
Orgish, Ida Pieschl, and Madelyn Pieschl.He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 10, 2021 at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Linda Doyle presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021 at
 Beckwith Mortuary. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Santa Fe Trail Center or Burdett United
 Methodist Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, 
Kansas 67550.

James 'Jim' William Pieschl

*********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.

<figure>
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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.

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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>.

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