Tuesday, June 7th, 1949-Thursday, August 12th, 2021

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/sandra-card/4699800/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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Sandra Jean Card

Ruth
 E. Buehler, age 100, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 
2021. A September 4th Memorial Service at Christ Lutheran Church, 176 W.
 Sandtown Road, Marietta GA will be conducted at 3pm. 
Born in Hays, KS, Mrs. Buehler lived most of her adult life in Munster, 
IN before moving to Cobb County, Ga., 25 years ago. She was active as a youth 
in the Ellis County Kansas 4-H Club, active in the Munster, IN Women's 
Club, a founding member of Munster Community Park, a Cub Scout Den 
Mother, and a St. Luke Lutheran Church Council Member. Ruth was artistic
 and enjoyed sewing, quilting, tatting, crocheting, caning and ceramics.
 She was a loving mother of 3 sons who served together in the United 
States Navy. She was a current member of Christ Lutheran 
Church in Marietta, GA. Mrs. Buehler was preceded in death by her 
husband, Clarence Reese "Bud" Buehler, in 1994, and 5 siblings, Margaret
 Jaspersen of Topeka, KS, Darrell Joy of Hays, KS, Walter Joy of Hays, 
KS, Florence Schurr of Hays, KS and Mary Ann Gingreaux of Derby, KS. 
 Survivors include: 3 Sons, Edgar A. (Sue) Buehler, Acworth, GA, Richard
 R. (Steffi) Buehler, Big Horn, WY and Robert T. (Sue) Buehler, 
Escondido, CA; 5 Grandchildren, David A. Buehler, Daniel R. Buehler, 
Matthew J. Buehler, Charlotte Buehler Cherry and Steven B. Buehler; 12 
Great Grandchildren, Robert "Bo" Buehler, Samuel "Sammy" Buehler, Molly 
Buehler Carlin, Anna Buehler Montgomery, Andrew M. Buehler, Tyler R. 
Buehler, Susan J. Buehler, Lily B. Buehler, Alexandria Buehler, Sheridon
 Buehler, Aylish Buehler and Eli Buehler; Great-Great Grandson, Calvin 
E. "Cal" Buehler; 2 Step Great-Great Grandchildren, Dawson and Hailey as
 well as 18 nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations 
may be made in Ruth Buehler's memory to the Alzheimer’s Association or 
to the Christ Lutheran Church Altar Guild. Online guest book at <a href="http://www.westcobbfuneralhome.com" target="_blank">www.westcobbfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.westcobbfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Ruth-Buehler/#!/Obituary">HERE</a> for service details.

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 E. Buehler, age 100, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 
2021. A September 4th Memorial Service at Christ Lutheran Church, 176 W.
 Sandtown Road, Marietta GA will be conducted at 3pm. 
Born in Hays, KS, Mrs. Buehler lived most of her adult life in Munster, 
IN before moving to Cobb County, Ga., 25 years ago. She was active as a youth 
in the Ellis County Kansas 4-H Club, active in the Munster, IN Women's 
Club, a founding member of Munster Community Park, a Cub Scout Den 
Mother, and a St. Luke Lutheran Church Council Member. Ruth was artistic
 and enjoyed sewing, quilting, tatting, crocheting, caning and ceramics.
 She was a loving mother of 3 sons who served together in the United 
States Navy. She was a current member of Christ Lutheran 
Church in Marietta, GA. Mrs. Buehler was preceded in death by her 
husband, Clarence Reese "Bud" Buehler, in 1994, and 5 siblings, Margaret
 Jaspersen of Topeka, KS, Darrell Joy of Hays, KS, Walter Joy of Hays, 
KS, Florence Schurr of Hays, KS and Mary Ann Gingreaux of Derby, KS. 
 Survivors include: 3 Sons, Edgar A. (Sue) Buehler, Acworth, GA, Richard
 R. (Steffi) Buehler, Big Horn, WY and Robert T. (Sue) Buehler, 
Escondido, CA; 5 Grandchildren, David A. Buehler, Daniel R. Buehler, 
Matthew J. Buehler, Charlotte Buehler Cherry and Steven B. Buehler; 12 
Great Grandchildren, Robert "Bo" Buehler, Samuel "Sammy" Buehler, Molly 
Buehler Carlin, Anna Buehler Montgomery, Andrew M. Buehler, Tyler R. 
Buehler, Susan J. Buehler, Lily B. Buehler, Alexandria Buehler, Sheridon
 Buehler, Aylish Buehler and Eli Buehler; Great-Great Grandson, Calvin 
E. "Cal" Buehler; 2 Step Great-Great Grandchildren, Dawson and Hailey as
 well as 18 nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations 
may be made in Ruth Buehler's memory to the Alzheimer’s Association or 
to the Christ Lutheran Church Altar Guild. Online guest book at <a href="http://www.westcobbfuneralhome.com" target="_blank">www.westcobbfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.westcobbfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Ruth-Buehler/#!/Obituary">HERE</a> for service details.

Ruth E. Buehler

Keith Robert Hertel, 62, passed away on August 20, 2021, in  WaKeeney, Kansas.  He was born on August 3, 1959, in Ransom, Kansas the son of Wilfred and Helen Hertel.

He was a lifetime resident of Ness County and attended both the Sacred Heart School and the Ness City High School.  He worked as a welder and repairman for Murfin Drilling and WWW Drilling both of WaKeeney. He married Laura Dreiling Jensen.  They were later divorced.

Keith is survived by is mother, Helen of Rossville, Kansas; two sisters, Diane VanGilder and her husband, Larry, of Topeka, Kansas and Janis Weyer of Barneston, Nebraska; four brothers, David Hertel and his wife, Jo, of Brandon, Mississippi, Jim Hertel and his wife, Holly, of Bazine, Kansas. Kevin Hertel and his wife, Jill, of Gibbon, Nebraska and Craig Hertel and his wife, Jenny, of Meridian, Mississippi; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father.

A memorial service is planned and will be announced at a later date. 

Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart School.

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

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 </figure>Keith Robert Hertel, 62, passed away on August 20, 2021, in WaKeeney, Kansas. He was born on August 3, 1959, in Ransom, Kansas the son of Wilfred and Helen Hertel.He was a lifetime resident of Ness County and attended both the Sacred Heart School and the Ness City High School. He worked as a welder and repairman for Murfin Drilling and WWW Drilling both of WaKeeney. He married Laura Dreiling Jensen. They were later divorced.Keith is survived by is mother, Helen of Rossville, Kansas; two sisters, Diane VanGilder and her husband, Larry, of Topeka, Kansas and Janis Weyer of Barneston, Nebraska; four brothers, David Hertel and his wife, Jo, of Brandon, Mississippi, Jim Hertel and his wife, Holly, of Bazine, Kansas. Kevin Hertel and his wife, Jill, of Gibbon, Nebraska and Craig Hertel and his wife, Jenny, of Meridian, Mississippi; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.A memorial service is planned and will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart School.Words of sympathy and support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Keith Robert Hertel

Danny R. Koehn, age 66, passed away at his home in Pence, Kansas on 
Thursday, August 19, 2021.&nbsp; He was born on December 12, 1954, in 
Goessel, Kansas, the son of Kenneth Allen &amp; Luella Schmidt Koehn.&nbsp; A
 resident of Pence, Kansas since February of 2021, moving from many 
places including Florida, Colorado, and abroad.&nbsp; He was a carpenter.

On November 3, 1978, he married Judy Leann Collins in Las Vegas, 
Nevada.&nbsp; She passed away on January 17, 1988, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include his Two Sons - Bobby &amp; Susan Koehn of Kula, 
Hawaii, Jay &amp; Wendy Koehn of Leoti, Kansas, One Daughter - Marci 
Koehn of Scott City, Kansas, Two Brothers - Jerome &amp; Lorna Koehn of 
Swan River, Manitoba, Canada, Ervin &amp; Barbara Koehn of Scott City, 
Kansas, and Six Grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, Wife - Judy, and One Sister - Mary Ellen.

Funeral Service will be held at the Pence Community Church in Pence, 
Kansas at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, with Don Williams 
presiding.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

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

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 </figure>Danny R. Koehn, age 66, passed away at his home in Pence, Kansas on 
Thursday, August 19, 2021.&nbsp; He was born on December 12, 1954, in 
Goessel, Kansas, the son of Kenneth Allen &amp; Luella Schmidt Koehn.&nbsp; A
 resident of Pence, Kansas since February of 2021, moving from many 
places including Florida, Colorado, and abroad.&nbsp; He was a carpenter.On November 3, 1978, he married Judy Leann Collins in Las Vegas, 
Nevada.&nbsp; She passed away on January 17, 1988, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include his Two Sons - Bobby &amp; Susan Koehn of Kula, 
Hawaii, Jay &amp; Wendy Koehn of Leoti, Kansas, One Daughter - Marci 
Koehn of Scott City, Kansas, Two Brothers - Jerome &amp; Lorna Koehn of 
Swan River, Manitoba, Canada, Ervin &amp; Barbara Koehn of Scott City, 
Kansas, and Six Grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his Parents, Wife - Judy, and One Sister - Mary Ellen.Funeral Service will be held at the Pence Community Church in Pence, 
Kansas at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, with Don Williams 
presiding.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the Danny R. Koehn 
Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Danny R. Koehn

Delores Phlieger, age 94, originally of Park, Kansas, passed away Friday, August 20, 2021, at Via Christi St. Francis, in Wichita, Kansas. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

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Delores Phlieger

Delores Phlieger, age 94, originally of Park, Kansas, passed away Friday, August 20, 2021, at Via Christi St. Francis, in Wichita, Kansas. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

January 16, 1938
 -
 August 20, 2021

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Victor-Emanuel-Ritter?obId=22090351#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 -
 August 20, 2021An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Victor-Emanuel-Ritter?obId=22090351#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Victor Emanuel Ritter

Jimmie Rae Kuhlmann passed away on August 17, 2021, at the Good 
Samaritan in Hays, Kansas, at the age of 75. He was born on March 1, 
1946, to Clarence and Geraldine (Prosser) Kuhlmann in Smith County, 
Kansas. Jimmie married Karen Wilson on April 4, 2002, in Texas. They 
were blessed with a daughter, Kristie.
 Jimmie grew up in Athol, Kansas and graduated from Athol High 
School. After high school, he worked for Schultz Mobile Home in 
Plainville, Kansas, then Allied in Russell, and last, Hahn Tire in 
Stockton, Kansas. 
 Jimmie loved to fish, especially hand-fishing. He enjoyed playing cards and having a drink cruising the backroads.
 Jimmie is survived by his wife, Karen of the home in Stockton; 
daughter, Kristie Patterson and granddaughter, Lily of Ontario, New 
York.
 He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Bob (June), 
Larry (Pat), Dennis (Sherry), and infant brother Jackie Kuhlmann.
 A private family inurnment will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Seward, NE.
 Memorials are suggested to Jimmie Kuhlmann Memorial Fund to help with funeral expenses.

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 </figure>Jimmie Rae Kuhlmann passed away on August 17, 2021, at the Good 
Samaritan in Hays, Kansas, at the age of 75. He was born on March 1, 
1946, to Clarence and Geraldine (Prosser) Kuhlmann in Smith County, 
Kansas. Jimmie married Karen Wilson on April 4, 2002, in Texas. They 
were blessed with a daughter, Kristie.
 Jimmie grew up in Athol, Kansas and graduated from Athol High 
School. After high school, he worked for Schultz Mobile Home in 
Plainville, Kansas, then Allied in Russell, and last, Hahn Tire in 
Stockton, Kansas. 
 Jimmie loved to fish, especially hand-fishing. He enjoyed playing cards and having a drink cruising the backroads.
 Jimmie is survived by his wife, Karen of the home in Stockton; 
daughter, Kristie Patterson and granddaughter, Lily of Ontario, New 
York.
 He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Bob (June), 
Larry (Pat), Dennis (Sherry), and infant brother Jackie Kuhlmann.
 A private family inurnment will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Seward, NE.
 Memorials are suggested to Jimmie Kuhlmann Memorial Fund to help with funeral expenses.

Jimmie Rae Kuhlmann

Vaughn A. Duncan, 96, passed away August 19, 2021, at his home in 
Great Bend. He was born August 29, 1924, at Garfield, to Ray A. &amp; 
Pearl E. (Bingaman) Duncan. He married Margaret Ruthe Robbins on 
December 27, 1948, at Garfield.&nbsp; She died December 8, 2001.

Coming from Pratt in 1968, Vaughn was a Great Bend resident. He was a
 yard foreman at Bovaird Supply. He was a member of Trinity United 
Methodist Church, Barton County Historical Society, Great Bend Senior 
Center and the American Legion Post #300 in Garfield. Vaughn loved all 
things auto related and could fix anything. He was a jack of all 
trades.&nbsp;Vaughn was veteran of the United States Army, having served 
during World War II. He was awarded the Purple Heart for his service.

Survivors include, two sons, Von Stewart Duncan and wife Gayla of 
Hudson, and David Brent Duncan and wife Kim of Valley Center; a sister, 
Ruby Buller of Halstead; nine grandchildren, Ryan Cook, Jamie Baxter 
(Chris), Kynha Duncan, Brent Duncan, Tyler Duncan, Jeremiah Duncan 
(Megan), Reilly Duncan (Kara), Angela Duncan, and Katie Ritz; and nine 
great grandchildren, Nora, Emma, Connor, Sophia, Collin, Landon, Owen, 
Cooper, and Karly. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, 
Margaret Ruthe Duncan; a son, Stephen Ray Duncan; a grandson, Brandon 
Nash Duncan; two brothers, Floyd Duncan and Vern Duncan; and a sister, 
Sylvia Snodgrass.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, August 26, 
2021 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to
 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 
27, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, with Pastor Chris Lehew 
presiding. Interment will be in the Larned Cemetery, with Military Rites
 conducted by the United States Army Honor Guard. 

In lieu of flowers, 
memorials have been designated to Trinity United Methodist Church, Great
 Bend Senior Center or the American Legion Post #300 in Garfield, in 
care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Vaughn A. Duncan, 96, passed away August 19, 2021, at his home in 
Great Bend. He was born August 29, 1924, at Garfield, to Ray A. &amp; 
Pearl E. (Bingaman) Duncan. He married Margaret Ruthe Robbins on 
December 27, 1948, at Garfield.&nbsp; She died December 8, 2001.Coming from Pratt in 1968, Vaughn was a Great Bend resident. He was a
 yard foreman at Bovaird Supply. He was a member of Trinity United 
Methodist Church, Barton County Historical Society, Great Bend Senior 
Center and the American Legion Post #300 in Garfield. Vaughn loved all 
things auto related and could fix anything. He was a jack of all 
trades.&nbsp;Vaughn was veteran of the United States Army, having served 
during World War II. He was awarded the Purple Heart for his service.Survivors include, two sons, Von Stewart Duncan and wife Gayla of 
Hudson, and David Brent Duncan and wife Kim of Valley Center; a sister, 
Ruby Buller of Halstead; nine grandchildren, Ryan Cook, Jamie Baxter 
(Chris), Kynha Duncan, Brent Duncan, Tyler Duncan, Jeremiah Duncan 
(Megan), Reilly Duncan (Kara), Angela Duncan, and Katie Ritz; and nine 
great grandchildren, Nora, Emma, Connor, Sophia, Collin, Landon, Owen, 
Cooper, and Karly. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, 
Margaret Ruthe Duncan; a son, Stephen Ray Duncan; a grandson, Brandon 
Nash Duncan; two brothers, Floyd Duncan and Vern Duncan; and a sister, 
Sylvia Snodgrass.Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, August 26, 
2021 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to
 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 
27, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, with Pastor Chris Lehew 
presiding. Interment will be in the Larned Cemetery, with Military Rites
 conducted by the United States Army Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, 
memorials have been designated to Trinity United Methodist Church, Great
 Bend Senior Center or the American Legion Post #300 in Garfield, in 
care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Vaughn A. Duncan

Shirley A. Atteberry, 87, passed away August 19, 2021 at Country Living of Larned.

She was born May 1, 1934 in Great Bend, the daughter of Harry and Mathilda Nordman Oetken.

A lifetime area resident, she was an office assistant for Federal 
Land Bank. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Larned, Larned 
Hospital Auxiliary, and volunteered at the food pantry.

On November 16, 1954 she married Arlis A. Atteberry at Peace Lutheran Church, Albert; he survives.

Other survivors include: daughter, Kim (Greg) Smith, Larned; son, 
Matt (Pam) Atteberry, Parsons; sister, Gloria Pence, Santanta; brother, 
LaVerne (Nancy) Oetken, Albert; four grandchildren, Blake (Mallory) 
Mathis, Parsons, Jarod Smith, Basehor, Talia Smith, Larned, Ariel Smith,
 Kansas City Missouri; and three great grandchildren, Sloane Mathis, 
Boden Mathis, and Logan Smith.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 23, 2021 at 
Larned Cemetery, Larned, with Rita Gagelman presiding. Visitation will 
be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned, with family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Food Pantry in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Shirley A. Atteberry, 87, passed away August 19, 2021 at Country Living of Larned.She was born May 1, 1934 in Great Bend, the daughter of Harry and Mathilda Nordman Oetken.A lifetime area resident, she was an office assistant for Federal 
Land Bank. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Larned, Larned 
Hospital Auxiliary, and volunteered at the food pantry.On November 16, 1954 she married Arlis A. Atteberry at Peace Lutheran Church, Albert; he survives.Other survivors include: daughter, Kim (Greg) Smith, Larned; son, 
Matt (Pam) Atteberry, Parsons; sister, Gloria Pence, Santanta; brother, 
LaVerne (Nancy) Oetken, Albert; four grandchildren, Blake (Mallory) 
Mathis, Parsons, Jarod Smith, Basehor, Talia Smith, Larned, Ariel Smith,
 Kansas City Missouri; and three great grandchildren, Sloane Mathis, 
Boden Mathis, and Logan Smith.She was preceded in death by her parents.Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 23, 2021 at 
Larned Cemetery, Larned, with Rita Gagelman presiding. Visitation will 
be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned, with family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Food Pantry in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Shirley A. Atteberry

Elizabeth L. “Betty” (Weigel) Denning, age 73, former Victoria, Kansas, resident died Thursday, August 19, 2021, at Diversicare of Council Grove, Kansas.

She was born November 11, 1947, in Hays, Kansas to Alfred G. and Mary Anna (Hammerschmidt) Weigel.&nbsp; She married Dennis L. Denning on October 15, 1977 at Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 9, 2014.

Betty was a bookkeeper for over 40 years.&nbsp; She worked at Home Lumber Company, Kansas Producers Gas Company, and Wasinger Brothers Plumbing-Heating &amp; Air all of Hays.&nbsp; She grew up in Victoria, and was a 1965 graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp; She was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis and&nbsp; Christian Mothers both of Victoria.&nbsp; She volunteered a lot in the church, the community, Girl Scouts and served on the Ellis County Council Cancer.

Survivors include her daughter, Alicia Kelley and husband, Michael, Council Grove; three grandchildren, Ava, Owen and Everly Kelley; four sisters, Theresa Klaus and Agnes Weigel, both of Hays, KS; Twila Weigel, Victoria, KS; Stella Weigel, Salina, KS; one brother-in-law, Morris Denning and wife, Janet, Hays, KS; one sister-in-law, Dianne Ream, Hays, KS;&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her son, Justin Denning; one brother, Thomas Weigel; two sisters, Kathleen Weigel and Norma Weigel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at The&nbsp; Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;

A vigil service will be at 6:15 P.M. Monday, followed by a St. Fidelis Christian Mothers rosary at 6:30 P.M. Monday, both at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, and from 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. Tuesday, all at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials payable to: The Justin Denning FCCLA Memorial Scholarship in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.

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

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 </figure>Elizabeth L. “Betty” (Weigel) Denning, age 73, former Victoria, Kansas, resident died Thursday, August 19, 2021, at Diversicare of Council Grove, Kansas.She was born November 11, 1947, in Hays, Kansas to Alfred G. and Mary Anna (Hammerschmidt) Weigel.&nbsp; She married Dennis L. Denning on October 15, 1977 at Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 9, 2014.Betty was a bookkeeper for over 40 years.&nbsp; She worked at Home Lumber Company, Kansas Producers Gas Company, and Wasinger Brothers Plumbing-Heating &amp; Air all of Hays.&nbsp; She grew up in Victoria, and was a 1965 graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp; She was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis and&nbsp; Christian Mothers both of Victoria.&nbsp; She volunteered a lot in the church, the community, Girl Scouts and served on the Ellis County Council Cancer.Survivors include her daughter, Alicia Kelley and husband, Michael, Council Grove; three grandchildren, Ava, Owen and Everly Kelley; four sisters, Theresa Klaus and Agnes Weigel, both of Hays, KS; Twila Weigel, Victoria, KS; Stella Weigel, Salina, KS; one brother-in-law, Morris Denning and wife, Janet, Hays, KS; one sister-in-law, Dianne Ream, Hays, KS;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her son, Justin Denning; one brother, Thomas Weigel; two sisters, Kathleen Weigel and Norma Weigel.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at The&nbsp; Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;A vigil service will be at 6:15 P.M. Monday, followed by a St. Fidelis Christian Mothers rosary at 6:30 P.M. Monday, both at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, and from 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. Tuesday, all at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials payable to: The Justin Denning FCCLA Memorial Scholarship in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at the guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Elizabeth L. 'Betty' (Weigel) Denning

Mark Eldon Gillespie, age 56, of Grainfield, Kansas, passed away August 10, 2021, due to complications from COVID, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. His battle with Parkinson’s Disease issues in recent years showed his courage, strength, and will while facing life’s challenges with a smile on his face. Despite the pain, Mark stayed strong until the end.

Mark was born on December 24, 1964, to William and Beulah Gillespie in Quinter, Kansas. He attended Grainfield public schools and graduated from Wheatland High School in 1982. He then attended Dodge City Community College and earned an Applied Science Degree with a certification in Diesel Mechanics. He worked for Kindsvatter Trucking and Kansas Feed in Dodge City for many years before moving to Tennessee.

From there, He worked for Broughton Trucking for 10 years before he opened his own business “Mark’s On the Spot Mobile Truck Repair.” His hobbies other than his passion for mechanics were collecting, shooting, and cleaning his guns. Mark will be remembered for how loving and caring he was and how he enjoyed helping anyone he could. He loved being around his family and many friends.

Mark is survived by his son Matthew Stranghoner and wife Angela and grandkids Nicholas, Nevaeh, and Mattalynn, of Knoxville, Tennessee; Aunt Lois Campbell of Overland Park, Kansas; nephews Kevin Gillespie and wife Melissa, and great-nephews Parker and Maxx of Roscoe, Texas, and Corey Gillespie and wife Alicia and great-nephews Canaan and Payton of Roscoe, Texas; sister-in-law Gloria Gillespie of Roscoe, Texas; as well as numerous cousins.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents, William and&nbsp;Beulah Gillespie;&nbsp;brothers Kim, Terry, Kyle, Lyle, and Gail; sister, Diane; and grandparents Joseph and Myrtle Maddox, and Marion Abner and Ocie Gillespie.

A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 AM Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 21, 2021, also at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, with Stan Smith officiating. A graveside service will then take place at the Grainfield Cemetery, Grainfield, Kansas.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Donations to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 S. Main St. Quinter, Kansas 67752.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

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 </figure>Mark Eldon Gillespie, age 56, of Grainfield, Kansas, passed away August 10, 2021, due to complications from COVID, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. His battle with Parkinson’s Disease issues in recent years showed his courage, strength, and will while facing life’s challenges with a smile on his face. Despite the pain, Mark stayed strong until the end.Mark was born on December 24, 1964, to William and Beulah Gillespie in Quinter, Kansas. He attended Grainfield public schools and graduated from Wheatland High School in 1982. He then attended Dodge City Community College and earned an Applied Science Degree with a certification in Diesel Mechanics. He worked for Kindsvatter Trucking and Kansas Feed in Dodge City for many years before moving to Tennessee.From there, He worked for Broughton Trucking for 10 years before he opened his own business “Mark’s On the Spot Mobile Truck Repair.” His hobbies other than his passion for mechanics were collecting, shooting, and cleaning his guns. Mark will be remembered for how loving and caring he was and how he enjoyed helping anyone he could. He loved being around his family and many friends.Mark is survived by his son Matthew Stranghoner and wife Angela and grandkids Nicholas, Nevaeh, and Mattalynn, of Knoxville, Tennessee; Aunt Lois Campbell of Overland Park, Kansas; nephews Kevin Gillespie and wife Melissa, and great-nephews Parker and Maxx of Roscoe, Texas, and Corey Gillespie and wife Alicia and great-nephews Canaan and Payton of Roscoe, Texas; sister-in-law Gloria Gillespie of Roscoe, Texas; as well as numerous cousins.Mark was preceded in death by his parents, William and&nbsp;Beulah Gillespie;&nbsp;brothers Kim, Terry, Kyle, Lyle, and Gail; sister, Diane; and grandparents Joseph and Myrtle Maddox, and Marion Abner and Ocie Gillespie.A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 AM Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.Memorial services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 21, 2021, also at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, with Stan Smith officiating. A graveside service will then take place at the Grainfield Cemetery, Grainfield, Kansas.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Donations to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 S. Main St. Quinter, Kansas 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Mark Eldon Gillespie

Shirley Ann McClain Rich went home to be with Jesus on August 19, 
2021. Shirley was born on August 26, 1931. The youngest child of Grover 
Cleveland McClain and Iris Bell Puckett McClain, Shirley had six 
brothers and one sister. She was born in Great Bend, KS and graduated 
from GBHS.

Shirley married Bill W. Rich in 1949. They had five children: Mike, 
Iris, Bob, Tricia and Julie.&nbsp; She was known for her gentle spirit, 
servant heart and beautiful alto voice. She was diligent in prayer for 
her family, and she often said her help was from the Lord. She loved us 
well.&nbsp;

Shirley sang with her parents, brothers and sister long before she 
joined the Sweet Adelines, BCCC musical theater, and worship team. She 
worked as an optician for over 25 years where patient service was her 
priority.&nbsp; She was an amazing cook specializing in chicken and noodles, 
fried chicken, and Sunday’s meal, roast, rice, peas and gravy. No matter
 how many mouths were at the table, everyone went away with full 
stomachs. She loved good games and her competitive attitude rarely 
allowed anyone to win – be it a child’s Connect Four or card game of 
Pitch! And she was always up for a movie and popcorn no matter what time
 the clock might say.

Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great 
grandchildren, brother and many nieces and nephews will miss her. We 
will all remember her holding our faces and kissing us. Whether we were 
sad or happy we knew Mom/Grandma/Nana/Aunt would celebrate us or console
 us.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

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 </figure>Shirley Ann McClain Rich went home to be with Jesus on August 19, 
2021. Shirley was born on August 26, 1931. The youngest child of Grover 
Cleveland McClain and Iris Bell Puckett McClain, Shirley had six 
brothers and one sister. She was born in Great Bend, KS and graduated 
from GBHS.Shirley married Bill W. Rich in 1949. They had five children: Mike, 
Iris, Bob, Tricia and Julie.&nbsp; She was known for her gentle spirit, 
servant heart and beautiful alto voice. She was diligent in prayer for 
her family, and she often said her help was from the Lord. She loved us 
well.&nbsp;Shirley sang with her parents, brothers and sister long before she 
joined the Sweet Adelines, BCCC musical theater, and worship team. She 
worked as an optician for over 25 years where patient service was her 
priority.&nbsp; She was an amazing cook specializing in chicken and noodles, 
fried chicken, and Sunday’s meal, roast, rice, peas and gravy. No matter
 how many mouths were at the table, everyone went away with full 
stomachs. She loved good games and her competitive attitude rarely 
allowed anyone to win – be it a child’s Connect Four or card game of 
Pitch! And she was always up for a movie and popcorn no matter what time
 the clock might say.Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great 
grandchildren, brother and many nieces and nephews will miss her. We 
will all remember her holding our faces and kissing us. Whether we were 
sad or happy we knew Mom/Grandma/Nana/Aunt would celebrate us or console
 us.A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Shirley Ann Rich

Theodore "Ted" Edward Otto Schreiber III, age 81, of Downs, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, August 17, 2021, at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, surrounded by loving family.&nbsp; He was born July 25, 1940, in Downs, Kansas, the son of Theodore and Mildred (Koops) Schreiber.&nbsp; 

On March 10, 1963, he married his high school sweetheart, Ann Fletcher, also of Downs, Kansas.&nbsp; Ted lived his entire life in Downs where he graduated from&nbsp; Downs High School in 1958, a true “dragon”.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ted worked several jobs in the area, including Culligan in Downs, and as a carpet/tile installer at Ellenz in Tipton, and then as a rural mail carrier for the United States Postal Service. Ted loved to shoot trap, fish, hunt, play billiards with the guys, garden, and tinker in his shop.&nbsp; He served as a deacon at the Down Christian Church, where he was an active member, and also on the Downs volunteer fire department. He is survived by his two sons Eric (Kristi) Schreiber and Kevin (Annette) Schreiber, two grandsons Travis (Catherine) Schreiber and Kyle Schreiber, seven granddaughters, Nicole, Rachel, Kaya, Keri, Kymber Schreiber, Courtney Bushong, Danielle (Jarrod) Janzing , four great grandchildren, a brother, Kent (Linda) Schreiber, sister Jean Roumell, sister-in-law Peggy Schreiber, and a faithful lapcat, Charlie.&nbsp; Ted was preceded in death by his wife (Ann), parents (Theodore and Mildred), a brother (Robert), and two sisters (Thelma Ann Johnston and Mary Fallon). A celebration of life will be planned at a later date at the Downs Senior Center. Memorials in his name may be directed to the Downs Christian Church, 1017 Morgan Ave, Downs, KS 67437.&nbsp; Cards of condolence can be sent to Eric Schreiber, 3219 Foxview Highland Dr, McHenry, IL 60050.

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 </figure>Theodore "Ted" Edward Otto Schreiber III, age 81, of Downs, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, August 17, 2021, at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, surrounded by loving family.&nbsp; He was born July 25, 1940, in Downs, Kansas, the son of Theodore and Mildred (Koops) Schreiber.&nbsp; On March 10, 1963, he married his high school sweetheart, Ann Fletcher, also of Downs, Kansas.&nbsp; Ted lived his entire life in Downs where he graduated from&nbsp; Downs High School in 1958, a true “dragon”.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ted worked several jobs in the area, including Culligan in Downs, and as a carpet/tile installer at Ellenz in Tipton, and then as a rural mail carrier for the United States Postal Service. Ted loved to shoot trap, fish, hunt, play billiards with the guys, garden, and tinker in his shop.&nbsp; He served as a deacon at the Down Christian Church, where he was an active member, and also on the Downs volunteer fire department. He is survived by his two sons Eric (Kristi) Schreiber and Kevin (Annette) Schreiber, two grandsons Travis (Catherine) Schreiber and Kyle Schreiber, seven granddaughters, Nicole, Rachel, Kaya, Keri, Kymber Schreiber, Courtney Bushong, Danielle (Jarrod) Janzing , four great grandchildren, a brother, Kent (Linda) Schreiber, sister Jean Roumell, sister-in-law Peggy Schreiber, and a faithful lapcat, Charlie.&nbsp; Ted was preceded in death by his wife (Ann), parents (Theodore and Mildred), a brother (Robert), and two sisters (Thelma Ann Johnston and Mary Fallon). A celebration of life will be planned at a later date at the Downs Senior Center. Memorials in his name may be directed to the Downs Christian Church, 1017 Morgan Ave, Downs, KS 67437.&nbsp; Cards of condolence can be sent to Eric Schreiber, 3219 Foxview Highland Dr, McHenry, IL 60050.

Theodore 'Ted' Edward Otto Schreiber III

Gladys Marie Allen, 107, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, at 
Redbud Village in Plainville, KS. She was born on September 12, 1913, in
 Plainville, to Wallace and Mae Anna (Cronin) Phillips. On April 23, 
1938, in Plainville she married her dance partner and best friend Thomas
 C. Allen, a printer and linotype operator at The Plainville Times. They
 rode a train through dust storms to honeymoon in Colorado. Tom and 
Gladys were married 63 years before he died on Nov. 5, 2001. 
 Growing up, she learned to cut hair at her dad’s barber shop in 
Tipton, KS. She cherished a family trip to Estes Park, Colo., and was a 
whiz in physics at St. Boniface High School, Tipton. As a mom, she 
enjoyed sewing all the clothes for her family and her daughters’ 
Barbies, as well as hand-making quilts for everyone. She closely 
followed the travels and adventures of her five children. She was very 
active with Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Plainville, and enjoyed her 
friendships with the ladies in the Daughters of Isabella, the Guild, and
 her quilting circle. Gladys loved flowers and especially pansies and 
lilacs. She liked root beer floats, browsing for hours for fabric and 
patterns, laughing, and caring for her grandchildren. She made the best 
lemon merengue pie of anybody. Three of her favorite things to say were
 “Will you stay for supper?” “It’s so good to see you” and “Let’s don’t 
and say we did.” 
 Besides her husband, Tommy, she was preceded in death by her 
daughter, Mary E. Allen; her son-in-law, John M. Edmonds; a 
great-granddaughter, Caroline E. Smith; her brother and sister-in-law, 
Harry D. and Louise (Gardner) Phillips; and her sister and 
brother-in-law, Doris M. and Harlan Gilbert. 
 Survivors include two daughters, Sister Marcia Allen, Concordia; and
 Margaret Allen, Hays; and two sons, Michael Allen and wife, Paula, 
Douglas, Ga.; and John Allen and wife, June Knittel, Hays; nine 
grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. 
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on September 11, 2021, at 
10:30 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Plainville with inurnment to 
follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. 
 Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church and may be 
sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Gladys Marie Allen, 107, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, at 
Redbud Village in Plainville, KS. She was born on September 12, 1913, in
 Plainville, to Wallace and Mae Anna (Cronin) Phillips. On April 23, 
1938, in Plainville she married her dance partner and best friend Thomas
 C. Allen, a printer and linotype operator at The Plainville Times. They
 rode a train through dust storms to honeymoon in Colorado. Tom and 
Gladys were married 63 years before he died on Nov. 5, 2001. 
 Growing up, she learned to cut hair at her dad’s barber shop in 
Tipton, KS. She cherished a family trip to Estes Park, Colo., and was a 
whiz in physics at St. Boniface High School, Tipton. As a mom, she 
enjoyed sewing all the clothes for her family and her daughters’ 
Barbies, as well as hand-making quilts for everyone. She closely 
followed the travels and adventures of her five children. She was very 
active with Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Plainville, and enjoyed her 
friendships with the ladies in the Daughters of Isabella, the Guild, and
 her quilting circle. Gladys loved flowers and especially pansies and 
lilacs. She liked root beer floats, browsing for hours for fabric and 
patterns, laughing, and caring for her grandchildren. She made the best 
lemon merengue pie of anybody. Three of her favorite things to say were
 “Will you stay for supper?” “It’s so good to see you” and “Let’s don’t 
and say we did.” 
 Besides her husband, Tommy, she was preceded in death by her 
daughter, Mary E. Allen; her son-in-law, John M. Edmonds; a 
great-granddaughter, Caroline E. Smith; her brother and sister-in-law, 
Harry D. and Louise (Gardner) Phillips; and her sister and 
brother-in-law, Doris M. and Harlan Gilbert. 
 Survivors include two daughters, Sister Marcia Allen, Concordia; and
 Margaret Allen, Hays; and two sons, Michael Allen and wife, Paula, 
Douglas, Ga.; and John Allen and wife, June Knittel, Hays; nine 
grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. 
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on September 11, 2021, at 
10:30 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Plainville with inurnment to 
follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. 
 Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church and may be 
sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., 
Plainville, KS 67601.

Gladys Marie Allen

Ralph Paul Melenson, 81, of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, passed away Monday, July 5, 2021, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. 

He was born on March 14, 1940, in Grandview, MO, the seventh of eight children born to Oliver and Dorothea Elmer Melenson. At a young age, Ralph followed his older brothers in becoming a caddy at Oakwood Country Club in Kansas City. It was there that he developed a love of, and passion for, golf. He soon began participating in junior gold events in the area, and he was a frequent winner. His skill and talent continued into adulthood until his health began to decline. Ralph was an assistant golf pro in Silver Springs, MD, when he was drafted into the U.S. Army. Most of his military tour was spent in Korea, until, because of illness, he returned to the mainland and was admitted to Walter Reed Military Hospital in Washington, DC, to recuperate. After being honorably discharged, he returned to Missouri. &nbsp;Subsequently, he moved to Kansas City, and he was employed by A&amp;P Grocers and St. Luke’s Hospital. In addition to this work, he also was co-owner of Melenson Landscaping. Ralph was a perfectionist as well as a man of integrity, trust, determination, and perseverance. Most important to him was his Catholic faith. In 2000, he and his wife, Phyllis, née Rietcheck, moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas where they became members of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Ralph attended daily Mass, and he became a sacristan in the parish, as well as a Eucharistic Adorer. He was also a member of local Knights of Columbus Council 10208. Each year he worked tirelessly to ensure that the annual K of C charity golf tournament was successful. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, six brothers, and one sister. He is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, many cousins, nieces, and nephews. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, July 12, 2021, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Fr. William Elser officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Kansas.

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 </figure>Ralph Paul Melenson, 81, of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, passed away Monday, July 5, 2021, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born on March 14, 1940, in Grandview, MO, the seventh of eight children born to Oliver and Dorothea Elmer Melenson. At a young age, Ralph followed his older brothers in becoming a caddy at Oakwood Country Club in Kansas City. It was there that he developed a love of, and passion for, golf. He soon began participating in junior gold events in the area, and he was a frequent winner. His skill and talent continued into adulthood until his health began to decline. Ralph was an assistant golf pro in Silver Springs, MD, when he was drafted into the U.S. Army. Most of his military tour was spent in Korea, until, because of illness, he returned to the mainland and was admitted to Walter Reed Military Hospital in Washington, DC, to recuperate. After being honorably discharged, he returned to Missouri. &nbsp;Subsequently, he moved to Kansas City, and he was employed by A&amp;P Grocers and St. Luke’s Hospital. In addition to this work, he also was co-owner of Melenson Landscaping. Ralph was a perfectionist as well as a man of integrity, trust, determination, and perseverance. Most important to him was his Catholic faith. In 2000, he and his wife, Phyllis, née Rietcheck, moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas where they became members of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Ralph attended daily Mass, and he became a sacristan in the parish, as well as a Eucharistic Adorer. He was also a member of local Knights of Columbus Council 10208. Each year he worked tirelessly to ensure that the annual K of C charity golf tournament was successful. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, six brothers, and one sister. He is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, many cousins, nieces, and nephews. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, July 12, 2021, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Fr. William Elser officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Kansas.

Ralph Paul Melenson

Lilliana LaVonne Forgey was born into Heaven at the Norton County 
Hospital on Aug. 8, 2021. Lilliana is survived by her mother, Alexandria
 Forgey; sister, Athena; grandfather, Edward Forgey; grandmother, Cathy 
Smith; uncles: Nicholas (Ariel) Forgey, Russell (Mykayla) Forgey, and 
Levi Black; aunt, Gayle Forgey and cousins: Aubriana, Russell Jr., and 
Aurora.
 Arrangements by Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, Norton, KS. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

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 </figure>Lilliana LaVonne Forgey was born into Heaven at the Norton County 
Hospital on Aug. 8, 2021. Lilliana is survived by her mother, Alexandria
 Forgey; sister, Athena; grandfather, Edward Forgey; grandmother, Cathy 
Smith; uncles: Nicholas (Ariel) Forgey, Russell (Mykayla) Forgey, and 
Levi Black; aunt, Gayle Forgey and cousins: Aubriana, Russell Jr., and 
Aurora.
 Arrangements by Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, Norton, KS. Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com

Lilliana LaVonne Forgey

Christopher Mark Bullock, age 57, passed away on 
Tuesday, August 3, 2021.&nbsp; He was born in Odessa, Texas on June 18, 
1964.&nbsp; Chris attended school in Derby and Phillipsburg, Kansas. After 
the untimely death of his father, Chris developed a lifetime friendship 
with Rolf Halstensen through the Big Brother program, he was also became
 very close to his uncle, Ken Bullock.

Chris never knew a stranger and always had a joke to tell.&nbsp; Before he
 became disabled he enjoyed traveling. He had a keen interest in 
geography and love of animals.

Chris was preceded in death by his father, Richard Bullock.

Chris is survived by his mother Mary and stepfather Loyal Smith of 
Newton, KS; daughter Krista (Michael) Shea of Mankato, KS; uncle Kenneth
 Bullock of Independence, MO; brothers Kelvin Bullock of Hays, KS and 
Jim (Lisa) Cude of Fall River, KS; sisters Karen (Mike) Runnion of 
Glade, KS and Kathy (Jamie) Whisenhunt of Seligman, MO; grandchildren 
Vincent &amp; Mika Joyce of Mankato, KS; 5 nephews and nieces, 7 great 
nephews and nieces.

Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 21, at Olliff-Boeve
 Chapel in Phillipsburg, Kansas. He will be laid to rest at Marvin 
Cemetery, Glade, Kansas.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 
Purple Paws Animal Welfare Society

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 </figure>Christopher Mark Bullock, age 57, passed away on 
Tuesday, August 3, 2021.&nbsp; He was born in Odessa, Texas on June 18, 
1964.&nbsp; Chris attended school in Derby and Phillipsburg, Kansas. After 
the untimely death of his father, Chris developed a lifetime friendship 
with Rolf Halstensen through the Big Brother program, he was also became
 very close to his uncle, Ken Bullock.Chris never knew a stranger and always had a joke to tell.&nbsp; Before he
 became disabled he enjoyed traveling. He had a keen interest in 
geography and love of animals.Chris was preceded in death by his father, Richard Bullock.Chris is survived by his mother Mary and stepfather Loyal Smith of 
Newton, KS; daughter Krista (Michael) Shea of Mankato, KS; uncle Kenneth
 Bullock of Independence, MO; brothers Kelvin Bullock of Hays, KS and 
Jim (Lisa) Cude of Fall River, KS; sisters Karen (Mike) Runnion of 
Glade, KS and Kathy (Jamie) Whisenhunt of Seligman, MO; grandchildren 
Vincent &amp; Mika Joyce of Mankato, KS; 5 nephews and nieces, 7 great 
nephews and nieces.Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 21, at Olliff-Boeve
 Chapel in Phillipsburg, Kansas. He will be laid to rest at Marvin 
Cemetery, Glade, Kansas.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 
Purple Paws Animal Welfare Society

Christopher Mark Bullock

Gary Gene Tobias, 83, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021, at his residence in Lampasas, Texas.

Visitation will be held at <a href="https://www.sneedfuneralchapel.com/obituary/gary-tobias">Sneed Funeral Chapel</a> from 5 pm to 7 pm on 
Tuesday, August 24, 2021.&nbsp; Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday,
 August 25, 2021, at the Central Texas State Veteran's Cemetery in 
Killeen at 11 am, followed by a celebration of life for Gary at First 
United Methodist Church Lampasas at 1:30 pm.

Gary was born on February 23, 1938, in Great Bend, KS to Elmer and 
Viola (Parker) Tobias.&nbsp; He grew up in Great Bend and graduated from 
Great Bend High School in 1956.&nbsp; After high school, he joined the US Air
 Force in 1957 and served for 4 years.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in 
1967 at the rank of Airman First Class.

After the Air Force, Gary attended college at Kansas State University
 where he received a B.S. in Industrial Arts Ed.&nbsp; He then went on to 
attend Kansas State College of Pittsburg where he received an M.S. in 
Industrial Ed. in May of 1968.&nbsp; After college Gary primarily worked in 
the electronic fields in multiple capacities, retiring in 2011.&nbsp; Gary 
married Charlotte Henry in 1957 in Great Bend, KS and they were happily 
married for 23 years.&nbsp; In 1982, Gary married Sandra Jackson and they 
were happily married for 38 years.&nbsp; Gary was a proud member of the 
United Methodist Church for 17 years, where he sang in the choir the 
entire time.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Viola Tobias; wife, Sandra, and his sister, Shirley Spitzmiller.

Survivors include his sisters, Beverly (James) Roberts, Judy Burke, 
Debbie (Shane) Potter; sons, Bradley Scott Tobias of Wichita, KS, 
Randall Lee Tobias of Wichita, KS, David Allen Tobias of Bailey, CO; 7 
grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations are made 
to First United Methodist Church Lampasas, 2 Alexander Dr., Lampasas, 
TX, 76550

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 </figure>Gary Gene Tobias, 83, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021, at his residence in Lampasas, Texas.Visitation will be held at <a href="https://www.sneedfuneralchapel.com/obituary/gary-tobias">Sneed Funeral Chapel</a> from 5 pm to 7 pm on 
Tuesday, August 24, 2021.&nbsp; Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday,
 August 25, 2021, at the Central Texas State Veteran's Cemetery in 
Killeen at 11 am, followed by a celebration of life for Gary at First 
United Methodist Church Lampasas at 1:30 pm.Gary was born on February 23, 1938, in Great Bend, KS to Elmer and 
Viola (Parker) Tobias.&nbsp; He grew up in Great Bend and graduated from 
Great Bend High School in 1956.&nbsp; After high school, he joined the US Air
 Force in 1957 and served for 4 years.&nbsp; He was honorably discharged in 
1967 at the rank of Airman First Class.After the Air Force, Gary attended college at Kansas State University
 where he received a B.S. in Industrial Arts Ed.&nbsp; He then went on to 
attend Kansas State College of Pittsburg where he received an M.S. in 
Industrial Ed. in May of 1968.&nbsp; After college Gary primarily worked in 
the electronic fields in multiple capacities, retiring in 2011.&nbsp; Gary 
married Charlotte Henry in 1957 in Great Bend, KS and they were happily 
married for 23 years.&nbsp; In 1982, Gary married Sandra Jackson and they 
were happily married for 38 years.&nbsp; Gary was a proud member of the 
United Methodist Church for 17 years, where he sang in the choir the 
entire time.Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Viola Tobias; wife, Sandra, and his sister, Shirley Spitzmiller.Survivors include his sisters, Beverly (James) Roberts, Judy Burke, 
Debbie (Shane) Potter; sons, Bradley Scott Tobias of Wichita, KS, 
Randall Lee Tobias of Wichita, KS, David Allen Tobias of Bailey, CO; 7 
grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations are made 
to First United Methodist Church Lampasas, 2 Alexander Dr., Lampasas, 
TX, 76550

Gary Gene Tobias

Wanda Rose (Hemken) Karst, age 94, Rush Center, Kansas, passed away 
Sunday, August 15, 2021, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.

Wanda was born July 22, 1927, to William and Katherine (Wagner) Hemken on the family farm near Rush Center.

She was baptized and confirmed into the Christian faith at Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center.

Wanda started school in Rush County District 22 (Chilly Knob) and 
then attended Rush Center Grade School through 8th grade before 
continuing her education at La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, 
graduating in 1945.&nbsp; With a war-time shortage of teachers, she was 
encouraged to go to Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, for 
the summer, receive an emergency teaching certificate and begin teaching
 in the fall.&nbsp; She then taught grades 1st through 8th in a one room 
school.&nbsp; She went on to teach for six years in Rush and Barton County 
Schools.&nbsp; Wanda later went back to teaching as a substitute teacher for 
several years.&nbsp;

On June 11, 1950, Wanda was united in marriage to Leon Karst at Hope 
Lutheran Church, Rush Center.&nbsp; For the first seven years, the couple 
made their home on the Karst family farm near Galatia, Kansas, before 
moving back to Wanda’s birthplace in 1957.&nbsp; They lived there until 2019 
when they became residents of Locust Grove Village, La Crosse.

Leon and Wanda were blessed with five children:&nbsp; Jeannine, David, 
Stephen, Richard and Charles.&nbsp; Their marriage spanned an amazing 71 
years.

Wanda was a member of Hope Lutheran Church where she served in 
several capacities including Sunday School teacher and superintendent, 
and in WELCA, the church’s womens group.

She also actively participated in several community organizations:&nbsp; 
Extension Board and FCE units, 4-H leader, United Fund board and Rush 
Center Lions Club.

Wanda enjoyed quilting, gardening and reading.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Hilda Hagerman 
and Verna Voight; brother, Martin Hemken; a son, Stephen Joel Karst; and
 daughter in law, Sharon (Wells) Karst.

Survivors include her husband, Leon; daughter, Jeannine Moore and 
husband, Tom, of Pueblo, Colorado; sons, David and wife, Kelli, Fort 
Collins, Colorado, Richard and wife, Rhonda, Rush Center, and Charles of
 Claremore, Oklahoma.

Wanda is also survived by ten grandchildren:&nbsp; granddaughters, 
Katherine (Karst) Storie and husband, Douglas Jr., Ashlyn Karst, Rayna 
Karst, Kelsey Moore and Jordyn Karst; grandsons include:&nbsp; Brandon Yost, 
William Karst, Nathaniel Karst and wife, Andrea, Caleb Karst and Collin 
Karst.&nbsp; Great grandchildren are Weiland and Wallace Yost and Elliot and 
Blakely Karst.

Memorial service will be Saturday, August 21, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at 
Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, with Pastor Wayne Baldyga 
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Hope Lutheran Cemetery, Rush 
Center.

Memorials are suggested to the Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, or Locust Grove Village, La Crosse.

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

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

Wanda Rose (Hemken) Karst, age 94, Rush Center, Kansas, passed away 
Sunday, August 15, 2021, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.Wanda was born July 22, 1927, to William and Katherine (Wagner) Hemken on the family farm near Rush Center.She was baptized and confirmed into the Christian faith at Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center.Wanda started school in Rush County District 22 (Chilly Knob) and 
then attended Rush Center Grade School through 8th grade before 
continuing her education at La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, 
graduating in 1945.&nbsp; With a war-time shortage of teachers, she was 
encouraged to go to Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, for 
the summer, receive an emergency teaching certificate and begin teaching
 in the fall.&nbsp; She then taught grades 1st through 8th in a one room 
school.&nbsp; She went on to teach for six years in Rush and Barton County 
Schools.&nbsp; Wanda later went back to teaching as a substitute teacher for 
several years.&nbsp;On June 11, 1950, Wanda was united in marriage to Leon Karst at Hope 
Lutheran Church, Rush Center.&nbsp; For the first seven years, the couple 
made their home on the Karst family farm near Galatia, Kansas, before 
moving back to Wanda’s birthplace in 1957.&nbsp; They lived there until 2019 
when they became residents of Locust Grove Village, La Crosse.Leon and Wanda were blessed with five children:&nbsp; Jeannine, David, 
Stephen, Richard and Charles.&nbsp; Their marriage spanned an amazing 71 
years.Wanda was a member of Hope Lutheran Church where she served in 
several capacities including Sunday School teacher and superintendent, 
and in WELCA, the church’s womens group.She also actively participated in several community organizations:&nbsp; 
Extension Board and FCE units, 4-H leader, United Fund board and Rush 
Center Lions Club.Wanda enjoyed quilting, gardening and reading.Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Hilda Hagerman 
and Verna Voight; brother, Martin Hemken; a son, Stephen Joel Karst; and
 daughter in law, Sharon (Wells) Karst.Survivors include her husband, Leon; daughter, Jeannine Moore and 
husband, Tom, of Pueblo, Colorado; sons, David and wife, Kelli, Fort 
Collins, Colorado, Richard and wife, Rhonda, Rush Center, and Charles of
 Claremore, Oklahoma.Wanda is also survived by ten grandchildren:&nbsp; granddaughters, 
Katherine (Karst) Storie and husband, Douglas Jr., Ashlyn Karst, Rayna 
Karst, Kelsey Moore and Jordyn Karst; grandsons include:&nbsp; Brandon Yost, 
William Karst, Nathaniel Karst and wife, Andrea, Caleb Karst and Collin 
Karst.&nbsp; Great grandchildren are Weiland and Wallace Yost and Elliot and 
Blakely Karst.Memorial service will be Saturday, August 21, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at 
Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, with Pastor Wayne Baldyga 
officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Hope Lutheran Cemetery, Rush 
Center.Memorials are suggested to the Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, or Locust Grove Village, La Crosse.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Wanda Rose Karst

Francis W. Porsch, 88, of Selden, died Monday, August 16, 2021. He was 
born Dec. 2, 1932, to Walter and Thresia (Koerperich) Porsch at their 
rural home in Decatur County, KS. The family later moved to a farm east 
of Selden in Sheridan County, KS. He attended Cresco country school and 
graduated from Selden High School. He later joined the U. S. Army and 
was stationed in California. 
Francis returned to Selden after his service and entered into the Porsch
 Brothers partnership with his older brother Norb and younger brother 
Doc. The partnership involved a construction business, farming, and a 
service station in Selden, with each of them taking the lead in one part
 of the business. Most of the construction business in the early days 
focused on building and remodeling homes and other buildings. Francis 
was a woodworking master, making many custom cabinets around northwest 
Kansas. Woodworking remained a hobby he enjoyed well into his later 
years. The business later was more focused on marketing and construction
 of metal HerCo and then Chief machine sheds and grain bins. 
Francis married Leone Anderson on March 23, 1974. Francis won many 
awards for sales which allowed he and Leone to take several trips, 
favorites were their honeymoon trip to Spain and Morocco and a later 
trip to Hawaii. He employed many young men and other farmers from the 
area that needed extra work over the years taking pride in putting in a 
full days’ work. 
When the Porsch Brothers partnership dissolved after the death of Norb 
in 1982, Francis turned entirely to farming, building upon the land he 
and Leone acquired over the years. He later worked with his nephew, 
Michael Porsch and his family, and remained an active farmer until after
 fall harvest in 2020. He took special pride in the crops and livestock 
he grew and keeping his pastures well fenced and free of musk thistle. 
Francis’ nieces and nephews remember with fondness his love of games, 
especially one designed to be aggravating, that he later drew his great 
nieces and nephews into at every opportunity, as well. He enjoyed 
following his grand nephews and nieces sporting events and school 
achievements and sharing with them stories of the world he knew as a 
child, teen and young adult as they grew up. After his semi-retirement,
 he enjoyed reading about history and traveling around the area to 
historical sites and museums with family and friends and taking in 
auctions with his neighbor and friend J. R. Albers where he visited with
 old friends from his construction days. 
Francis is preceded in death by his wife, Leone; his parents, Walter and
 Thresia; his brothers, Norb and Doc, and his brothers-in-law, Albert 
(Dink) Dinkel and Stanley Shaw. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Anna
 Dinkel and Ramona Shaw; his sister-in-law, Myrna Porsch; his 
stepchildren, Julia Otter, Connie (Joel) Bryan, and Lorraine (Gerald) 
Ackerman; 11 nieces and nephews, Kathy Porsch, Ruth Porsch, Joan Porsch,
 Michael Porsch, Greg Dinkel, Anna Marie Johnson, Chris Gillespie, 
Colleen Wagoner, Mark Shaw, Cindy Black, and Mary Wahlmeier; several 
step-grandchildren, and numerous great nieces and nephews, and 
great-great nieces and nephews. 
A celebration of Francis’ life will be held August 27th at 11:00 am at 
the Selden Community Center. In lieu of flowers, Francis requested 
memorials be made to the Sheridan County Benefit Walk 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>Francis W. Porsch, 88, of Selden, died Monday, August 16, 2021. He was 
born Dec. 2, 1932, to Walter and Thresia (Koerperich) Porsch at their 
rural home in Decatur County, KS. The family later moved to a farm east 
of Selden in Sheridan County, KS. He attended Cresco country school and 
graduated from Selden High School. He later joined the U. S. Army and 
was stationed in California. 
Francis returned to Selden after his service and entered into the Porsch
 Brothers partnership with his older brother Norb and younger brother 
Doc. The partnership involved a construction business, farming, and a 
service station in Selden, with each of them taking the lead in one part
 of the business. Most of the construction business in the early days 
focused on building and remodeling homes and other buildings. Francis 
was a woodworking master, making many custom cabinets around northwest 
Kansas. Woodworking remained a hobby he enjoyed well into his later 
years. The business later was more focused on marketing and construction
 of metal HerCo and then Chief machine sheds and grain bins. 
Francis married Leone Anderson on March 23, 1974. Francis won many 
awards for sales which allowed he and Leone to take several trips, 
favorites were their honeymoon trip to Spain and Morocco and a later 
trip to Hawaii. He employed many young men and other farmers from the 
area that needed extra work over the years taking pride in putting in a 
full days’ work. 
When the Porsch Brothers partnership dissolved after the death of Norb 
in 1982, Francis turned entirely to farming, building upon the land he 
and Leone acquired over the years. He later worked with his nephew, 
Michael Porsch and his family, and remained an active farmer until after
 fall harvest in 2020. He took special pride in the crops and livestock 
he grew and keeping his pastures well fenced and free of musk thistle. 
Francis’ nieces and nephews remember with fondness his love of games, 
especially one designed to be aggravating, that he later drew his great 
nieces and nephews into at every opportunity, as well. He enjoyed 
following his grand nephews and nieces sporting events and school 
achievements and sharing with them stories of the world he knew as a 
child, teen and young adult as they grew up. After his semi-retirement,
 he enjoyed reading about history and traveling around the area to 
historical sites and museums with family and friends and taking in 
auctions with his neighbor and friend J. R. Albers where he visited with
 old friends from his construction days. 
Francis is preceded in death by his wife, Leone; his parents, Walter and
 Thresia; his brothers, Norb and Doc, and his brothers-in-law, Albert 
(Dink) Dinkel and Stanley Shaw. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Anna
 Dinkel and Ramona Shaw; his sister-in-law, Myrna Porsch; his 
stepchildren, Julia Otter, Connie (Joel) Bryan, and Lorraine (Gerald) 
Ackerman; 11 nieces and nephews, Kathy Porsch, Ruth Porsch, Joan Porsch,
 Michael Porsch, Greg Dinkel, Anna Marie Johnson, Chris Gillespie, 
Colleen Wagoner, Mark Shaw, Cindy Black, and Mary Wahlmeier; several 
step-grandchildren, and numerous great nieces and nephews, and 
great-great nieces and nephews. 
A celebration of Francis’ life will be held August 27th at 11:00 am at 
the Selden Community Center. In lieu of flowers, Francis requested 
memorials be made to the Sheridan County Benefit Walk 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;

Francis Walter Porsch

October 17, 1955
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 August 4, 2021

Carol Marie Engleman, 65, of Otis, Kansas, passed away August 4, 2021, in
 Hutchinson, Kansas. She was born October 17, 1955, in Hill City, Kansas 
to Francis Marion and Reva Mildred (Teter) Moore. 
 She married Ron Engleman February 3, 1988, in Morland. He preceded 
her in death December 21, 2015. Carol was also preceded in death by her 
parents; her brother Tommy, and her son, Christopher. Survivors left to 
cherish her memory include her daughter Merri Taylor and husband Jeremy 
of Otis and her grandson Myles Binger. Carol loved her family more than 
anything else and was very close to her grandson, Myles.

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 </figure>October 17, 1955
 -
 August 4, 2021Carol Marie Engleman, 65, of Otis, Kansas, passed away August 4, 2021, in
 Hutchinson, Kansas. She was born October 17, 1955, in Hill City, Kansas 
to Francis Marion and Reva Mildred (Teter) Moore. 
 She married Ron Engleman February 3, 1988, in Morland. He preceded 
her in death December 21, 2015. Carol was also preceded in death by her 
parents; her brother Tommy, and her son, Christopher. Survivors left to 
cherish her memory include her daughter Merri Taylor and husband Jeremy 
of Otis and her grandson Myles Binger. Carol loved her family more than 
anything else and was very close to her grandson, Myles.Click HERE for service details.

Carol Marie Engleman

Harold Joseph Gabel, 88, died Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at ComfortCare
 Homes of Kansas City, Leawood, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born December 31, 1932 
to Melchior and Cecilia (Unrein) Gabel at Munjor, Kansas.

He worked for Hunter Construction of Hays, Kansas as an Equipment 
Operator before he joined the United States Army during the Korean 
Conflict at Seoul, Korea and Okinawa, Japan.&nbsp; When he returned to the 
U.S. he became a brick mason and traveled to many towns in Kansas 
working on large construction projects, such as the Eisenhower Library 
in Abilene, Kansas.&nbsp; He settled down in Dodge City, Kansas and formed 
his business called G&amp;S Masonry serving the community with 
bricklaying services on residential and commercial projects for over 40 
years.

He married Velma Klaus at Antonino, Kansas, on August 11, 1952 and 
they had five children.&nbsp; He and his wife owned and managed Skateland Fun
 Center in Dodge City for eleven years.&nbsp; The couple later divorced, but 
remained very close until Velma’s passing.

He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Dodge 
City, Kansas and many years ago also provided stewardship in various 
capacities at Sacred Heart Cathedral. In addition, he was a charter 
member and a 4h degree member of the Rev. John Handly Council No. 2955 
Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of Foreign Wars Post No. 1714 
in Dodge City, Kansas and a member of Kansas Construction Trades Union.

Survivors include a son, Dale Gabel and wife, Carole Corley, Garden 
City, Kansas; and four daughters, Jacqueline Randle and husband, Clarke,
 Stillwater, Oklahoma, Vicki Schumacher and husband, Neal, Lenexa, 
Kansas, Kelley Morrison and husband Paul, Overland Park, Kansas, and 
DaLanna Nichols, Wamego, Kansas, and her companion, Gary White, as well 
as eleven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also 
survived by two brothers, Ernest Gabel, Dodge City, and Gene Gabel and 
wife, Rita, Hays, Kansas; one sister, Norma Huser, Vincent, Kansas; and 
one sister-in-law, Mary Jane Gabel, Wichita, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Donald Gabel, 
two sisters, Mildred Linenberger, Luella Augustine, his companion 
Caroline Harms, and one great grandson.

Vigil service followed by Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 7:00 
pm Sunday, August 22, 2021 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe.&nbsp; 
Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Monday, August 23, 2021 at the church, 
with Fr. Rudin Din presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Maple Grove 
Cemetery, Dodge City, with full military honors by Howard Gotschall VFW 
Post 1714.&nbsp; Visitation will be Sunday from noon to 4:00 pm at Ziegler 
Funeral Chapel, Dodge City. The family requests that if you will be 
attending the services to wear a mask.

The family suggests memorials to the Sacred Heart School Endowment or Catholic Community Hospice, 9740 W. 87th St., Overland Park, Kansas&nbsp; 66212 both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Harold Joseph Gabel, 88, died Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at ComfortCare
 Homes of Kansas City, Leawood, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born December 31, 1932 
to Melchior and Cecilia (Unrein) Gabel at Munjor, Kansas.He worked for Hunter Construction of Hays, Kansas as an Equipment 
Operator before he joined the United States Army during the Korean 
Conflict at Seoul, Korea and Okinawa, Japan.&nbsp; When he returned to the 
U.S. he became a brick mason and traveled to many towns in Kansas 
working on large construction projects, such as the Eisenhower Library 
in Abilene, Kansas.&nbsp; He settled down in Dodge City, Kansas and formed 
his business called G&amp;S Masonry serving the community with 
bricklaying services on residential and commercial projects for over 40 
years.He married Velma Klaus at Antonino, Kansas, on August 11, 1952 and 
they had five children.&nbsp; He and his wife owned and managed Skateland Fun
 Center in Dodge City for eleven years.&nbsp; The couple later divorced, but 
remained very close until Velma’s passing.He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Dodge 
City, Kansas and many years ago also provided stewardship in various 
capacities at Sacred Heart Cathedral. In addition, he was a charter 
member and a 4h degree member of the Rev. John Handly Council No. 2955 
Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of Foreign Wars Post No. 1714 
in Dodge City, Kansas and a member of Kansas Construction Trades Union.Survivors include a son, Dale Gabel and wife, Carole Corley, Garden 
City, Kansas; and four daughters, Jacqueline Randle and husband, Clarke,
 Stillwater, Oklahoma, Vicki Schumacher and husband, Neal, Lenexa, 
Kansas, Kelley Morrison and husband Paul, Overland Park, Kansas, and 
DaLanna Nichols, Wamego, Kansas, and her companion, Gary White, as well 
as eleven grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.&nbsp; He is also 
survived by two brothers, Ernest Gabel, Dodge City, and Gene Gabel and 
wife, Rita, Hays, Kansas; one sister, Norma Huser, Vincent, Kansas; and 
one sister-in-law, Mary Jane Gabel, Wichita, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Donald Gabel, 
two sisters, Mildred Linenberger, Luella Augustine, his companion 
Caroline Harms, and one great grandson.Vigil service followed by Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 7:00 
pm Sunday, August 22, 2021 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe.&nbsp; 
Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Monday, August 23, 2021 at the church, 
with Fr. Rudin Din presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Maple Grove 
Cemetery, Dodge City, with full military honors by Howard Gotschall VFW 
Post 1714.&nbsp; Visitation will be Sunday from noon to 4:00 pm at Ziegler 
Funeral Chapel, Dodge City. The family requests that if you will be 
attending the services to wear a mask.The family suggests memorials to the Sacred Heart School Endowment or Catholic Community Hospice, 9740 W. 87th St., Overland Park, Kansas&nbsp; 66212 both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Harold Joseph Gabel

Charles Henry “Chuck” Elliott, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, 
August 17, 2021, at the Greeley County Hospital in Tribune, Kansas. He 
was born on September 4, 1949, to Elmer and Marie Burk Elliott in 
Goodland, Kansas. He was a member of the community since 1974 having 
moved from Goodland, Kansas. In 1981, he opened Elliott Insurance with 
his wife, Dianna.&nbsp;

Chuck was a member of the Rotary club, a founding member of the 
Greeley County Amusement Association, and a long-time board member of 
the Greeley County golf course.&nbsp;

Chuck married Dianna Harding on May 26, 1972, in Goodland, Kansas. She survives.

Survivors include his wife, his daughter Sherri &amp; Tanner Elder of
 Tribune, Kansas, his son, Travis Elliott of Tribune Kansas, one 
granddaughter, Irelyn Elder of Tribune, Kansas, one grandson, Tayber 
Elder of Tribune, Kansas, and one sister, Connie &amp; Dan Cullens of 
Goodland, Kansas.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, Don and Jim.

Graveside Service will be held at the Greeley County Cemetery in 
Tribune, Kansas on Friday, August 20, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. (MTN), with 
Shade Wright presiding.&nbsp;

Visitation will be at the Price and Sons Funeral Home in Tribune, 
Kansas at 322 Second Street in Tribune, Kansas from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00
 p.m. (MTN) on Thursday, August 19, 2021.

Memorials may be given in lieu of flowers to the Greeley County Amusement Association or the Greeley County Golf Course.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Charles Henry “Chuck” Elliott, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, 
August 17, 2021, at the Greeley County Hospital in Tribune, Kansas. He 
was born on September 4, 1949, to Elmer and Marie Burk Elliott in 
Goodland, Kansas. He was a member of the community since 1974 having 
moved from Goodland, Kansas. In 1981, he opened Elliott Insurance with 
his wife, Dianna.&nbsp;Chuck was a member of the Rotary club, a founding member of the 
Greeley County Amusement Association, and a long-time board member of 
the Greeley County golf course.&nbsp;Chuck married Dianna Harding on May 26, 1972, in Goodland, Kansas. She survives.Survivors include his wife, his daughter Sherri &amp; Tanner Elder of
 Tribune, Kansas, his son, Travis Elliott of Tribune Kansas, one 
granddaughter, Irelyn Elder of Tribune, Kansas, one grandson, Tayber 
Elder of Tribune, Kansas, and one sister, Connie &amp; Dan Cullens of 
Goodland, Kansas.Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, Don and Jim.Graveside Service will be held at the Greeley County Cemetery in 
Tribune, Kansas on Friday, August 20, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. (MTN), with 
Shade Wright presiding.&nbsp;Visitation will be at the Price and Sons Funeral Home in Tribune, 
Kansas at 322 Second Street in Tribune, Kansas from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00
 p.m. (MTN) on Thursday, August 19, 2021.Memorials may be given in lieu of flowers to the Greeley County Amusement Association or the Greeley County Golf Course.&nbsp;

Charles Henry 'Chuck' Elliott

Prairie View resident Leland “Duane” Merklein passed away Monday, August 16, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska at the age of 86.

He was born June 2, 1935, at the family home near Logan, Kansas, the son of Edwin J. and Freida (Hoffman) Merklein. Duane was baptized on June 16, 1935, and was confirmed in the Emmanuel Lutheran Church on June 19th, 1949. He served in the United States Army before returning home to Kansas to help run the family farm.

Duane was united in marriage to Phyllis A. Stutterheim on July 18, 1958, at Prairie View, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union, five children were born.

Duane was a farmer&nbsp;and loved being able to spend his time working in the field, raising livestock, and traveling to see all of his kids and grandkids.&nbsp;Anyone who was close to Duane knew what he meant when he looked to the sky and said he saw “rain seeds”, impending rain.&nbsp;The Weather Channel should have consulted with him first.&nbsp;

Duane enjoyed vacationing when time allowed, and had many memorable trips together with friends and family. On his trips, he enjoyed sampling the local cuisine and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to test out the local apple pies.&nbsp; To this day, there was no German food like the food his mom and aunts made.&nbsp;

Those that preceded him in death were his parents Edwin J. and Freida Merklein; infant brother Edwin G. Merklein; brother Norman Merklein; sister Ruth Ann Miller and brother-in-law, Virgil Miller.

Survivors include his wife Phyllis of the home; his children; Susan Warner and husband Charlie of Cimarron, KS, Beth Merklein of Oregon, MO; Matt Merklein and wife Kelly of Dallas, TX; Denise Kaufmann and husband Robb of Southlake, TX and Janna Newman and husband Ryan of Gold Canyon, AZ; 14 grandchildren; Hailey and husband Jake; &nbsp;Emily, Jack, Wyatt, Sam, Zachary, Ian, Cade, Britt, Cort, Tyler, Brynn, Irelyn and Macen; 1 great grandchild, James. He is also survived by his Sister-in-law, Carla Merklein of Alma, Nebraska, and Brother-in-law, Keith Stutterheim and his wife Marie of Weston, MO; along with many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. in the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stuttgart, KS with Pastor Lee Bennight officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Stuttgart.

Mr. Merklein will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Friday evening for visitation in the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church or the Phillips County Hospital.

Online condolences: &nbsp; www.olliffboeve.com

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661,&nbsp; is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Prairie View resident Leland “Duane” Merklein passed away Monday, August 16, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska at the age of 86.He was born June 2, 1935, at the family home near Logan, Kansas, the son of Edwin J. and Freida (Hoffman) Merklein. Duane was baptized on June 16, 1935, and was confirmed in the Emmanuel Lutheran Church on June 19th, 1949. He served in the United States Army before returning home to Kansas to help run the family farm.Duane was united in marriage to Phyllis A. Stutterheim on July 18, 1958, at Prairie View, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;To this union, five children were born.Duane was a farmer&nbsp;and loved being able to spend his time working in the field, raising livestock, and traveling to see all of his kids and grandkids.&nbsp;Anyone who was close to Duane knew what he meant when he looked to the sky and said he saw “rain seeds”, impending rain.&nbsp;The Weather Channel should have consulted with him first.&nbsp;Duane enjoyed vacationing when time allowed, and had many memorable trips together with friends and family. On his trips, he enjoyed sampling the local cuisine and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to test out the local apple pies.&nbsp; To this day, there was no German food like the food his mom and aunts made.&nbsp;Those that preceded him in death were his parents Edwin J. and Freida Merklein; infant brother Edwin G. Merklein; brother Norman Merklein; sister Ruth Ann Miller and brother-in-law, Virgil Miller.Survivors include his wife Phyllis of the home; his children; Susan Warner and husband Charlie of Cimarron, KS, Beth Merklein of Oregon, MO; Matt Merklein and wife Kelly of Dallas, TX; Denise Kaufmann and husband Robb of Southlake, TX and Janna Newman and husband Ryan of Gold Canyon, AZ; 14 grandchildren; Hailey and husband Jake; &nbsp;Emily, Jack, Wyatt, Sam, Zachary, Ian, Cade, Britt, Cort, Tyler, Brynn, Irelyn and Macen; 1 great grandchild, James. He is also survived by his Sister-in-law, Carla Merklein of Alma, Nebraska, and Brother-in-law, Keith Stutterheim and his wife Marie of Weston, MO; along with many nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. in the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stuttgart, KS with Pastor Lee Bennight officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Stuttgart.Mr. Merklein will lie in state from noon until 9 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Friday evening for visitation in the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church or the Phillips County Hospital.Online condolences: &nbsp; www.olliffboeve.comOlliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661,&nbsp; is in charge of arrangements.

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