Liria Lee (Herman) Adams, 52 of Catharine, Kansas, passed away August 24, 2021, at her home with her family by her side.

Liria was born August 26, 1968, in Russell, Kansas. She was the daughter of Rudolph James and Donna Faye (Lansford) Herman. She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the Class of 1986.&nbsp; She later obtained a license for CNA. &nbsp;

Liria was a Certified Nurses Assistant for private home health in the Ft. Worth, Texas, area for the last seven years before moving back to Kansas.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, fishing, doing crafts, gardening, listening to music and chatting with her friends.

Liria’s surviving family include her three children, Kelby Price of Hays, Kansas, Jerod Price of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Briana Adams of Ft. Worth, Texas; brother, Dody “James” Herman (Misty) of Ft. Worth, Texas; sisters, Tane Height (Mike) of Russell, Kansas and Tammy Dorzsweiler (Dan) of Plainville, Kansas; number of grandchildren.

Liria was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Kiana Adams.

A Memorial Graveside service will be held at 11 A.M. on Thursday, September 02, 2021 at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; The memorial service will be held for both Liria Adams and her daughter Kiana Danell Adams who died on July 24, 2021 in Stockton, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation for both has been selected by the family.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Liria Lee (Herman) Adams, 52 of Catharine, Kansas, passed away August 24, 2021, at her home with her family by her side.Liria was born August 26, 1968, in Russell, Kansas. She was the daughter of Rudolph James and Donna Faye (Lansford) Herman. She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the Class of 1986.&nbsp; She later obtained a license for CNA. &nbsp;Liria was a Certified Nurses Assistant for private home health in the Ft. Worth, Texas, area for the last seven years before moving back to Kansas.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, fishing, doing crafts, gardening, listening to music and chatting with her friends.Liria’s surviving family include her three children, Kelby Price of Hays, Kansas, Jerod Price of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Briana Adams of Ft. Worth, Texas; brother, Dody “James” Herman (Misty) of Ft. Worth, Texas; sisters, Tane Height (Mike) of Russell, Kansas and Tammy Dorzsweiler (Dan) of Plainville, Kansas; number of grandchildren.Liria was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Kiana Adams.A Memorial Graveside service will be held at 11 A.M. on Thursday, September 02, 2021 at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; The memorial service will be held for both Liria Adams and her daughter Kiana Danell Adams who died on July 24, 2021 in Stockton, Kansas.&nbsp; Cremation for both has been selected by the family.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Liria Lee (Herman) Adams

Janet Lucille Augustine, age 84, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. She was born November 20, 1936, in Ellis, Kansas, to Adair and Josephine (Lang) Ptaschek. She graduated from Ellis High School in 1954. On October 12, 1954, she married Gilbert Augustine in Ellis at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Janet was a homemaker and farm wife and had also worked at Wiesner's Department Store and at Meal Site. She was a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella both of Ellis. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, needlepoint, reading, and especially baking homemade noodles for family. She is survived by her husband Gilbert of Ellis; three sons, Gregory Augustine and wife Pamela of Ellis, Gordon Augustine and wife Geri of Ellis and Wayne Augustine and wife Lori of Glen Elder, Kansas; four daughters, Elaine Weber of WaKeeney, Kansas, Deborah LaBarge and husband Martin of Ellis, Sandy Waldschmidt and husband Pete of Ellis, and Brenda Hutchison and husband Terry of Hays; two brothers, Jerry Ptaschek and wife Marian of Ellis and Bernie Ptaschek and wife Roberta of Florida; one sister Glenda Merkle of Meade, Kansas; 32 grandchildren and 50 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; son in law, Bill Weber Sr.; a grandson, Jeffrey Browning; a brother-in-law, Farren Merkle, and two great grandchildren, Peyton Weber and Jonah Schmidtberger. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, September 3, 2021, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 6 PM - 8 PM with a combined parish vigil service and an Ellis Daughters of Isabella Rosary service at 7 PM all at St. Mary's Church. Friday visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Church or the Ellis Daughters of Isabella. Condolences may be left by guestbook 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>. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

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 </figure>Janet Lucille Augustine, age 84, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at Hays Medical Center. She was born November 20, 1936, in Ellis, Kansas, to Adair and Josephine (Lang) Ptaschek. She graduated from Ellis High School in 1954. On October 12, 1954, she married Gilbert Augustine in Ellis at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Janet was a homemaker and farm wife and had also worked at Wiesner's Department Store and at Meal Site. She was a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella both of Ellis. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, needlepoint, reading, and especially baking homemade noodles for family. She is survived by her husband Gilbert of Ellis; three sons, Gregory Augustine and wife Pamela of Ellis, Gordon Augustine and wife Geri of Ellis and Wayne Augustine and wife Lori of Glen Elder, Kansas; four daughters, Elaine Weber of WaKeeney, Kansas, Deborah LaBarge and husband Martin of Ellis, Sandy Waldschmidt and husband Pete of Ellis, and Brenda Hutchison and husband Terry of Hays; two brothers, Jerry Ptaschek and wife Marian of Ellis and Bernie Ptaschek and wife Roberta of Florida; one sister Glenda Merkle of Meade, Kansas; 32 grandchildren and 50 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; son in law, Bill Weber Sr.; a grandson, Jeffrey Browning; a brother-in-law, Farren Merkle, and two great grandchildren, Peyton Weber and Jonah Schmidtberger. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, September 3, 2021, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 6 PM - 8 PM with a combined parish vigil service and an Ellis Daughters of Isabella Rosary service at 7 PM all at St. Mary's Church. Friday visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Church or the Ellis Daughters of Isabella. Condolences may be left by guestbook 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>. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

Janet L. Augustine

Robert A. "Bob" Redger passed away on 
August 26, 2021, at KU Med Center at the age of 74.&nbsp; He was born July 3,
 1947, the son of Albert A. and Grace (Kumberg) Redger.&nbsp; He attended 
Ashland Kansas schools graduating in 1965.&nbsp; He attended Southwestern 
College Winfield before enlisting in the U.S. Army and serving in 
Vietnam from 1966-1968 obtaining the rank of SP5 (T). &nbsp;

In 1970 he married Carol Jean Fuller and they adopted a daughter, Crystal. They later divorced.

Robert worked in the oil fields as a 
noxious weed director and a feed store manager before becoming the 
manager of the Golden Belt Co-op in Ellis, in 1991, retired in 2016. 
Robert was involved in his community, serving on several boards.&nbsp; He was
 a member of the Ellis City Counsel, the Chrysler House, and the Chamber
 of Commerce.&nbsp; He was a Quartermaster for the local VFW Post and was the
 treasurer for the Ellis United Methodist Church.

Robert was preceded in death by his 
parents. He is survived by his daughter Crystal, his special friend Niki
 Bartlett, sisters Louise Lagerman (Mel) of Salina, KS; Carol Jackson 
(Mike) of Vega, TX; Diana Redger of Ashland, KS; brother David Redger 
(Linda) of Ashland, KS; Niki’s daughters Jenny, Amy, Lesley, and Betsy; 
as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A celebration of life will be at 11:00 
AM on Saturday, September 25 at 11:00 AM at the Ellis United Methodist 
Church with military honors. Robert chose to be cremated.&nbsp;

Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

Friends and family may make contributions to VFW of Ellis or the United Methodist Church of Ellis, Kansas.

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

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 </figure>Robert A. "Bob" Redger passed away on 
August 26, 2021, at KU Med Center at the age of 74.&nbsp; He was born July 3,
 1947, the son of Albert A. and Grace (Kumberg) Redger.&nbsp; He attended 
Ashland Kansas schools graduating in 1965.&nbsp; He attended Southwestern 
College Winfield before enlisting in the U.S. Army and serving in 
Vietnam from 1966-1968 obtaining the rank of SP5 (T). &nbsp;In 1970 he married Carol Jean Fuller and they adopted a daughter, Crystal. They later divorced.Robert worked in the oil fields as a 
noxious weed director and a feed store manager before becoming the 
manager of the Golden Belt Co-op in Ellis, in 1991, retired in 2016. 
Robert was involved in his community, serving on several boards.&nbsp; He was
 a member of the Ellis City Counsel, the Chrysler House, and the Chamber
 of Commerce.&nbsp; He was a Quartermaster for the local VFW Post and was the
 treasurer for the Ellis United Methodist Church.Robert was preceded in death by his 
parents. He is survived by his daughter Crystal, his special friend Niki
 Bartlett, sisters Louise Lagerman (Mel) of Salina, KS; Carol Jackson 
(Mike) of Vega, TX; Diana Redger of Ashland, KS; brother David Redger 
(Linda) of Ashland, KS; Niki’s daughters Jenny, Amy, Lesley, and Betsy; 
as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.A celebration of life will be at 11:00 
AM on Saturday, September 25 at 11:00 AM at the Ellis United Methodist 
Church with military honors. Robert chose to be cremated.&nbsp;Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.Friends and family may make contributions to VFW of Ellis or the United Methodist Church of Ellis, Kansas.Condolences may be sent by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.

Robert A. Redger

Beverly J. (Arwood) Lowen, 83, of Hays,
 Kansas, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at Hays Med Center after a
 long battle with multiple myeloma.

Beverly was born October 13, 1937, to 
Arnold and Katy (Stephens) Arwood in Hutchinson, Kansas. &nbsp;She married 
the love of her life, Robert Lowen, on October 4, 1953.&nbsp;

They moved to Emporia, KS, in 1961 for 
Robert to attend Emporia State University.&nbsp; They moved to Hays, Kansas, 
in 1965 for Robert’s job at FHSU.

She worked at Farmers State Bank for 
several years, volunteered at the hospital gift shop, worked at FHSU 
during enrollment and for ROTC, and she worked as a receptionist for two
 hair salons.

Beverly was an avid golfer for several 
years, enjoyed playing bridge with Robert and their friends, playing 
Scrabble, doing crossword puzzles, and spending time with family and 
friends. She was a big sports fan for FHSU Tigers, KU Jayhawks, and KC 
Chiefs.

Survivors include her children:&nbsp; Bob 
Lowen Jr (Grace) of Allen, TX; Deanna Aguilar (Carlos) of Ogden, UT; 
Steve Lowen (Shelley) of Corpus Christi, TX; Debra David (Skip) of 
Sharon Springs, KS; Doug Lowen of Hays, KS; and Donna Lowen of 
Huntsville, AL; brothers: Ace Arwood of Enid, OK and Jim Arwood of Enid,
 OK; and her sister Barbara Stoy of Hutchinson, KS;

Survivors also include grandchildren: 
Carlos Aguilar III (Heather), Miguel Aguilar (Courtney), Ryan Lowen 
(Pam), Corey David (Lace), Kiel Lowen (Kate), Christy Kuhn (Jared), 
Melinda Aguilar, Kaitlyn Wagner (Trent), Kelsie Lowen, Koby Lowen, and 
Shaun Lowen; and also include great grandchildren: Jess Bair, Ava and 
Mia Aguilar, Erikson and Violet David, Athan Arteaga, Ethan and Everett 
Aguilar, Kiefer Kuhn, Landon Lowen, and Avery Wagner, and many nieces, 
nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Robert Lowen, parents: Arnold Arwood and Katy Dewald, and sister Margaret Goodman.

The family will receive friends from 
8:30 am until 9:45 on Friday, September 3, 2021 at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; A short prayer service will begin at 9:45 am, with Rev. 
Craig Hauschild officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at 2:00 pm in Sumner Memorial Gardens, Wellington, KS.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the HaysMed 
Dreiling Schmidt Cancer Center.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Beverly may
 be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Beverly J. (Arwood) Lowen, 83, of Hays,
 Kansas, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at Hays Med Center after a
 long battle with multiple myeloma.Beverly was born October 13, 1937, to 
Arnold and Katy (Stephens) Arwood in Hutchinson, Kansas. &nbsp;She married 
the love of her life, Robert Lowen, on October 4, 1953.&nbsp;They moved to Emporia, KS, in 1961 for 
Robert to attend Emporia State University.&nbsp; They moved to Hays, Kansas, 
in 1965 for Robert’s job at FHSU.She worked at Farmers State Bank for 
several years, volunteered at the hospital gift shop, worked at FHSU 
during enrollment and for ROTC, and she worked as a receptionist for two
 hair salons.Beverly was an avid golfer for several 
years, enjoyed playing bridge with Robert and their friends, playing 
Scrabble, doing crossword puzzles, and spending time with family and 
friends. She was a big sports fan for FHSU Tigers, KU Jayhawks, and KC 
Chiefs.Survivors include her children:&nbsp; Bob 
Lowen Jr (Grace) of Allen, TX; Deanna Aguilar (Carlos) of Ogden, UT; 
Steve Lowen (Shelley) of Corpus Christi, TX; Debra David (Skip) of 
Sharon Springs, KS; Doug Lowen of Hays, KS; and Donna Lowen of 
Huntsville, AL; brothers: Ace Arwood of Enid, OK and Jim Arwood of Enid,
 OK; and her sister Barbara Stoy of Hutchinson, KS;Survivors also include grandchildren: 
Carlos Aguilar III (Heather), Miguel Aguilar (Courtney), Ryan Lowen 
(Pam), Corey David (Lace), Kiel Lowen (Kate), Christy Kuhn (Jared), 
Melinda Aguilar, Kaitlyn Wagner (Trent), Kelsie Lowen, Koby Lowen, and 
Shaun Lowen; and also include great grandchildren: Jess Bair, Ava and 
Mia Aguilar, Erikson and Violet David, Athan Arteaga, Ethan and Everett 
Aguilar, Kiefer Kuhn, Landon Lowen, and Avery Wagner, and many nieces, 
nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her husband: Robert Lowen, parents: Arnold Arwood and Katy Dewald, and sister Margaret Goodman.The family will receive friends from 
8:30 am until 9:45 on Friday, September 3, 2021 at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; A short prayer service will begin at 9:45 am, with Rev. 
Craig Hauschild officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be at 2:00 pm in Sumner Memorial Gardens, Wellington, KS.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the HaysMed 
Dreiling Schmidt Cancer Center.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Beverly may
 be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Beverly J. (Arwood) Lowen

Joyce E. Maley, 72, former resident of 
Norton, KS passed away on August 29, 2021, at HaysMed - Hays.&nbsp; 

Services 
are pending and will be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and
 Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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

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 </figure>Joyce E. Maley, 72, former resident of 
Norton, KS passed away on August 29, 2021, at HaysMed - Hays.&nbsp; Services 
are pending and will be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and
 Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Joyce E. Maley

Lloyd Leroy Snook, 72, of Russell, Kansas, died on Monday, December 7, 2020, at his home in Russell.

A graveside service to celebrate Leroy’s life will be held at 11 A.M.&nbsp; on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Military honors will be presented by the Russell V.F.W. Post 6240.&nbsp; 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the graveside service arrangements.

Lloyd Leroy Snook, 72, of Russell, Kansas, died on Monday, December 7, 2020, at his home in Russell.A graveside service to celebrate Leroy’s life will be held at 11 A.M.&nbsp; on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Military honors will be presented by the Russell V.F.W. Post 6240.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the graveside service arrangements.

Lloyd Leroy Snook

Karen Ruth (Nanninga) Owings, 80, Hays, died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at Brookdale Senior Living Center.

She was born September 16, 1940 in 
Axtell, Kansas, the second of eight children of Milton H. and Helen E. 
(Stewart) Nanninga.&nbsp; Karen graduated from Axtell High School and 
attended Emporia State University.&nbsp; She married Jerry Leedy in 1960 and 
they had two daughters, Lori and Lisa.&nbsp; They later divorced.&nbsp; On 
November 10, 1987, she married Norman C. Owings in Russell, and they 
celebrated 33 years of marriage.&nbsp; Karen worked as a legal secretary in 
Hill City and Salina.&nbsp; She was a member of Hays First United Methodist 
Church where she served as a lay speaker, delivering sermons to 
residents in nursing homes, and known as “The Ukulele Lady," played her 
ukulele as she presented the children’s sermon during Sunday worship.&nbsp; 
Little children loved gathering around Karen, and she loved being around
 them.&nbsp; Karen enjoyed writing poetry, playing Bridge, singing, and was a
 chorus director.&nbsp; She and Norman enjoyed their travels together 
throughout all 50 states and on nine cruises.&nbsp; Karen was known to be 
ornery and a friend to everyone, cherishing her lifelong friends.

Survivors include her husband: Norman 
of Hays, two daughters: Lori Paxson of Colby and Lisa Bowers and husband
 Rodger of Lee’s Summit, MO, two stepsons: Dale Owings and wife Kathryn 
of Lawrence and David Owings of Coffeyville, a brother: Terry Nanninga 
and wife Karen of Axtell, a sister: Beth Clowe and husband Chris of 
Trinidad, CO, a brother-in-law: Jerry Hazlett of Topeka, two 
sisters-in-law: Cherie Nanninga of Lenexa and JoAnn Nanninga of 
Maryville, MO, nine grandchildren: Jenny Smith and husband Jarrod, Heath
 Paxson and wife Mandy, Spencer Bowers and wife Hannah, Luke Bowers, 
Paul Owings and wife Cristina, Vanessa Hermesh and husband Jeff, Jeremy 
Owings and wife Charell, Casey Franke and husband Alex, and Kyle Kuypers
 and wife Natalie, and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers: Lynn, Karl, Bruce, and Gregg Nanninga, and a sister: Nancy Hazlett.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on
 Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Hays First United Methodist Church, with 
Rev. Craig Hauschild officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment be at 2:00 pm in Hill City 
Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until service 
time on Tuesday at the church.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to Hays First 
United Methodist Church or to Hospice of HaysMed, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Karen may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Karen Ruth (Nanninga) Owings, 80, Hays, died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at Brookdale Senior Living Center.She was born September 16, 1940 in 
Axtell, Kansas, the second of eight children of Milton H. and Helen E. 
(Stewart) Nanninga.&nbsp; Karen graduated from Axtell High School and 
attended Emporia State University.&nbsp; She married Jerry Leedy in 1960 and 
they had two daughters, Lori and Lisa.&nbsp; They later divorced.&nbsp; On 
November 10, 1987, she married Norman C. Owings in Russell, and they 
celebrated 33 years of marriage.&nbsp; Karen worked as a legal secretary in 
Hill City and Salina.&nbsp; She was a member of Hays First United Methodist 
Church where she served as a lay speaker, delivering sermons to 
residents in nursing homes, and known as “The Ukulele Lady," played her 
ukulele as she presented the children’s sermon during Sunday worship.&nbsp; 
Little children loved gathering around Karen, and she loved being around
 them.&nbsp; Karen enjoyed writing poetry, playing Bridge, singing, and was a
 chorus director.&nbsp; She and Norman enjoyed their travels together 
throughout all 50 states and on nine cruises.&nbsp; Karen was known to be 
ornery and a friend to everyone, cherishing her lifelong friends.Survivors include her husband: Norman 
of Hays, two daughters: Lori Paxson of Colby and Lisa Bowers and husband
 Rodger of Lee’s Summit, MO, two stepsons: Dale Owings and wife Kathryn 
of Lawrence and David Owings of Coffeyville, a brother: Terry Nanninga 
and wife Karen of Axtell, a sister: Beth Clowe and husband Chris of 
Trinidad, CO, a brother-in-law: Jerry Hazlett of Topeka, two 
sisters-in-law: Cherie Nanninga of Lenexa and JoAnn Nanninga of 
Maryville, MO, nine grandchildren: Jenny Smith and husband Jarrod, Heath
 Paxson and wife Mandy, Spencer Bowers and wife Hannah, Luke Bowers, 
Paul Owings and wife Cristina, Vanessa Hermesh and husband Jeff, Jeremy 
Owings and wife Charell, Casey Franke and husband Alex, and Kyle Kuypers
 and wife Natalie, and 16 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers: Lynn, Karl, Bruce, and Gregg Nanninga, and a sister: Nancy Hazlett.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on
 Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Hays First United Methodist Church, with 
Rev. Craig Hauschild officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment be at 2:00 pm in Hill City 
Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until service 
time on Tuesday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Hays First 
United Methodist Church or to Hospice of HaysMed, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. &nbsp;Condolences and memories of Karen may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Karen Ruth Owings

Thelma M. Pfannenstiel, age 83 of Denver, Colorado, died Friday, August 27, 2021, at the Crossroads Senior Living Center in Northglenn, CO.

She was born September 13, 1937, in Schoenchen, Kansas, to Albert and Martina (Ruder) Zimmerman. She married Cyril Pfannenstiel on November 12, 1955.

Along with her husband, Thelma was co-owner/operator of the Adams City A&amp;W and she also owned her own catering business. She later worked at Regis College in Denver managing the priest’s kitchen, and she retired from Hunter Douglas in Broomfield, CO. She was an active member and volunteer at the Thornton Senior Center for several years.

Survivors include her daughter Lisa Kay Pfannenstiel and husband Paul Hamilton of Austin, TX; two sons, Barry Pfannenstiel and wife, Mary Lou of Wisconsin Dells, WI; Bruce Pfannenstiel and wife, Dawn of Pleasant Garden, NC; two grandsons Derek Pfannenstiel of Wisconsin Dells, WI; Clayton Pfannenstiel and wife Dana Montalto of Boston, MA; one granddaughter Ashley (Pfannenstiel) Kern and husband Dan Kern of Star, NC; two great grandsons and two great granddaughters; brothers Ernest Zimmerman and wife, Marlene of Payson, AZ; Tim Zimmerman and wife Lora of Maricopa, AZ; Chuck Zimmerman and wife Tammy of Wichita, KS; sisters Elaine Pfannenstiel and husband Verlin Pfannenstiel of Munjor, KS; Julie Gottschalk and husband Tim Gottschalk of Belleville, KS; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Cyril Pfannenstiel; her son Brian Pfannenstiel; her parents Albert and Martina (Ruder) Zimmerman; stepmother Felicitas (Giebler) Zimmerman, and brother Harvey Zimmerman.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations to the American Cancer Society.

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 </figure>Thelma M. Pfannenstiel, age 83 of Denver, Colorado, died Friday, August 27, 2021, at the Crossroads Senior Living Center in Northglenn, CO.She was born September 13, 1937, in Schoenchen, Kansas, to Albert and Martina (Ruder) Zimmerman. She married Cyril Pfannenstiel on November 12, 1955.Along with her husband, Thelma was co-owner/operator of the Adams City A&amp;W and she also owned her own catering business. She later worked at Regis College in Denver managing the priest’s kitchen, and she retired from Hunter Douglas in Broomfield, CO. She was an active member and volunteer at the Thornton Senior Center for several years.Survivors include her daughter Lisa Kay Pfannenstiel and husband Paul Hamilton of Austin, TX; two sons, Barry Pfannenstiel and wife, Mary Lou of Wisconsin Dells, WI; Bruce Pfannenstiel and wife, Dawn of Pleasant Garden, NC; two grandsons Derek Pfannenstiel of Wisconsin Dells, WI; Clayton Pfannenstiel and wife Dana Montalto of Boston, MA; one granddaughter Ashley (Pfannenstiel) Kern and husband Dan Kern of Star, NC; two great grandsons and two great granddaughters; brothers Ernest Zimmerman and wife, Marlene of Payson, AZ; Tim Zimmerman and wife Lora of Maricopa, AZ; Chuck Zimmerman and wife Tammy of Wichita, KS; sisters Elaine Pfannenstiel and husband Verlin Pfannenstiel of Munjor, KS; Julie Gottschalk and husband Tim Gottschalk of Belleville, KS; several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband Cyril Pfannenstiel; her son Brian Pfannenstiel; her parents Albert and Martina (Ruder) Zimmerman; stepmother Felicitas (Giebler) Zimmerman, and brother Harvey Zimmerman.In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations to the American Cancer Society.

Thelma M. Pfannenstiel

Robert P. (Bob) Chesney, age 92, of Hays, Kansas, died August 16, 2021, at Via Christi Village in Hays. He was born February 17, 1929, in Paradise, Kansas to Kent Loyal and Hazel (Day) Chesney. He married Verla L. Meyers on June 4, 1950.&nbsp; She died August 10, 1961.&nbsp; He married Judith A. (Weigel) Pfannenstiel on July 3, 1989.&nbsp;

He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays and a former member of Sacred Heart Church in Plainville, Kansas. He was a graduate of Woodston High School and Kansas State University with a two year curriculum in agriculture.

Bob was a farmer-rancher in the Woodston area of Rooks County for more than fifty years.&nbsp; He was a forty-five-year member of Hays High Plains Barbershop Chapter and one of their greatest promoters. He loved living in the country and spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed entertaining the grandchildren and used his talents to create toys and playground equipment for them. He will be remembered as a great conversationalist with a quick wit and a friendly smile.

Survivors include his wife, Judith A. Chesney of the home, three sons, Christopher P. Chesney (Cheri) Franklinton, NC; Samuel J. Chesney, Overland Park, KS; Kelly K. Chesney, Wichita, KS; two stepsons, Robert G. Pfannenstiel Jr. (Debra) Eureka, CA; Dustin Pfannenstiel, Hays, KS; stepdaughter Kimberleigh Chilcott (Robert) Larned, KS; six grandchildren, Heidi Chesney, Wayde Denning, Trevor Denning, Katrina Pfannenstiel, Damon Chilcott and Danielle Chilcott; brother in law Daniel Weigel, sister in law Sandra Leiker (Ernest), also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, parents, stepson Jesse Pfannenstiel, stepdaughter Kerri B. Pfannenstiel, grandson Christopher Robert Chesney, sister Evelyn Baumer, two brothers and their wives, Warren and Wanda Chesney, Homer and Eileen Chesney, a step great grandson, one niece and four nephews.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, September 3, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. A rosary service will be at 9:30 AM prior to the funeral service. Memorial visitation will be Friday 9 AM until rosary time at the church.&nbsp;

Inurnment will be at 2:30 PM at the Woodston Cemetery, Woodston, Kansas.&nbsp;

Services will be Livestreamed on the Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook Page. To choose this option go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;and select the Facebook Live tab at the top of the page.

Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Robert P. (Bob) Chesney, age 92, of Hays, Kansas, died August 16, 2021, at Via Christi Village in Hays. He was born February 17, 1929, in Paradise, Kansas to Kent Loyal and Hazel (Day) Chesney. He married Verla L. Meyers on June 4, 1950.&nbsp; She died August 10, 1961.&nbsp; He married Judith A. (Weigel) Pfannenstiel on July 3, 1989.&nbsp;He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays and a former member of Sacred Heart Church in Plainville, Kansas. He was a graduate of Woodston High School and Kansas State University with a two year curriculum in agriculture.Bob was a farmer-rancher in the Woodston area of Rooks County for more than fifty years.&nbsp; He was a forty-five-year member of Hays High Plains Barbershop Chapter and one of their greatest promoters. He loved living in the country and spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed entertaining the grandchildren and used his talents to create toys and playground equipment for them. He will be remembered as a great conversationalist with a quick wit and a friendly smile.Survivors include his wife, Judith A. Chesney of the home, three sons, Christopher P. Chesney (Cheri) Franklinton, NC; Samuel J. Chesney, Overland Park, KS; Kelly K. Chesney, Wichita, KS; two stepsons, Robert G. Pfannenstiel Jr. (Debra) Eureka, CA; Dustin Pfannenstiel, Hays, KS; stepdaughter Kimberleigh Chilcott (Robert) Larned, KS; six grandchildren, Heidi Chesney, Wayde Denning, Trevor Denning, Katrina Pfannenstiel, Damon Chilcott and Danielle Chilcott; brother in law Daniel Weigel, sister in law Sandra Leiker (Ernest), also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his first wife, parents, stepson Jesse Pfannenstiel, stepdaughter Kerri B. Pfannenstiel, grandson Christopher Robert Chesney, sister Evelyn Baumer, two brothers and their wives, Warren and Wanda Chesney, Homer and Eileen Chesney, a step great grandson, one niece and four nephews.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, September 3, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. A rosary service will be at 9:30 AM prior to the funeral service. Memorial visitation will be Friday 9 AM until rosary time at the church.&nbsp;Inurnment will be at 2:30 PM at the Woodston Cemetery, Woodston, Kansas.&nbsp;Services will be Livestreamed on the Keithley Funeral Homes Facebook Page. To choose this option go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;and select the Facebook Live tab at the top of the page.Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Robert P. 'Bob' Chesney

Kathryn "Kathy" L. Blackwell, 75, passed away August 30, 2021, at Diversicare of Larned.

She was born June 17, 1946, in Wichita; the daughter of Hobert Jr. and
 Betty Jane Foster Yates.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she was a 
Homemaker.&nbsp;

She was member of the First Presbyterian Church, Ladies Golf, Ladies Bowling and Bridge Club, all of Larned.

On February 18, 1968, she married David B. Blackwell in Dighton, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.

Other survivors include; two daughters, Michelle Bradley, Wichita, and
 Staci (Tyson) Bundy, Riverside, Missouri; two brothers, Ron (Marilyn) 
Yates, Dodge City, David Yates, Healy; and five grandchildren, Sydney, 
Adam, Kash, Ace and Layla.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Janie Randles and her parents, Hobert and Betty Yates.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, the First Presbyterian 
Church, Larned with Pastor Bill Stapleton presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday with family present from 5:00 p.m.&nbsp; - 
7:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Larned 
Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Larned Country Club or the First 
Presbyterian Church, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, 
Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kathryn "Kathy" L. Blackwell, 75, passed away August 30, 2021, at Diversicare of Larned.She was born June 17, 1946, in Wichita; the daughter of Hobert Jr. and
 Betty Jane Foster Yates.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she was a 
Homemaker.&nbsp;She was member of the First Presbyterian Church, Ladies Golf, Ladies Bowling and Bridge Club, all of Larned.On February 18, 1968, she married David B. Blackwell in Dighton, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives.Other survivors include; two daughters, Michelle Bradley, Wichita, and
 Staci (Tyson) Bundy, Riverside, Missouri; two brothers, Ron (Marilyn) 
Yates, Dodge City, David Yates, Healy; and five grandchildren, Sydney, 
Adam, Kash, Ace and Layla.She was preceded in death by her sister, Janie Randles and her parents, Hobert and Betty Yates.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, the First Presbyterian 
Church, Larned with Pastor Bill Stapleton presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday with family present from 5:00 p.m.&nbsp; - 
7:00 p.m. at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Larned 
Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Larned Country Club or the First 
Presbyterian Church, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, 
Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Kathryn 'Kathy' L. Blackwell

Elnoria V. Allen, 82, died Saturday, August 29, 2021, at Harry Hines 
Hospice in Wichita, Kansas. She was born September 3, 1938, in Aubrey, 
Arkansas, the daughter of William &amp; Eula (Crockett) Holmes Sr. 
 Elnoria grew up in Moro, Arkansas, and was one of 5 siblings. On 
April 18, 1959, she married Rev. Robert R. Allen in Topeka, Kansas. 
They moved to Nicodemus, Kansas in 1967. In 1971, they moved to Garden 
City where Elnoria has lived since. While living in Garden City, she 
was a Nurse Aide at St. Catherine Hospital for 29 years, until her 
retirement in 2003. Elnoria was also known to have a variety of many 
roles, Mother, Aunt, Grandma, and even Great Grandma. She enjoyed 
Gospel music, traveling, eating out, and watching Family Feud on TV. 
 Survivors include five daughters Melodie Allen of Garden City, 
Kansas, Teresa Allen of Wichita, Kansas, Bobbie Allen of Kansas City, 
Missouri, Betty Allen of Garden City, Kansas, and Valerie Allen of 
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; nine Grandchildren; and ten Great 
Grandchildren. Elnoria is preceded in death by her husband Rev. Robert 
Allen who died on May 10, 2003. She is also preceded in death by a 
Grandson Demetrius Atkins, Jr.; three brothers; and one sister. 
 A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 
3, 2021 at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City with Rev. Roger Bradshaw 
officiating. A private interment will take place at a later time. 
There will be no calling hours.

 The family suggests memorials given to 
the Elnoria Allen Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home of 
Garden City.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Elnoria V. Allen, 82, died Saturday, August 29, 2021, at Harry Hines 
Hospice in Wichita, Kansas. She was born September 3, 1938, in Aubrey, 
Arkansas, the daughter of William &amp; Eula (Crockett) Holmes Sr. 
 Elnoria grew up in Moro, Arkansas, and was one of 5 siblings. On 
April 18, 1959, she married Rev. Robert R. Allen in Topeka, Kansas. 
They moved to Nicodemus, Kansas in 1967. In 1971, they moved to Garden 
City where Elnoria has lived since. While living in Garden City, she 
was a Nurse Aide at St. Catherine Hospital for 29 years, until her 
retirement in 2003. Elnoria was also known to have a variety of many 
roles, Mother, Aunt, Grandma, and even Great Grandma. She enjoyed 
Gospel music, traveling, eating out, and watching Family Feud on TV. 
 Survivors include five daughters Melodie Allen of Garden City, 
Kansas, Teresa Allen of Wichita, Kansas, Bobbie Allen of Kansas City, 
Missouri, Betty Allen of Garden City, Kansas, and Valerie Allen of 
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; nine Grandchildren; and ten Great 
Grandchildren. Elnoria is preceded in death by her husband Rev. Robert 
Allen who died on May 10, 2003. She is also preceded in death by a 
Grandson Demetrius Atkins, Jr.; three brothers; and one sister. 
 A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 
3, 2021 at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City with Rev. Roger Bradshaw 
officiating. A private interment will take place at a later time. 
There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given to 
the Elnoria Allen Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home of 
Garden City.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Elnoria V. Allen

Sharolyn J. Triplette Hughes Bennett, 75, passed away August 27, 
2021, at Diversicare of Larned, KS. She was born on December 21, 1945, 
at Great Bend, KS, and was adopted and raised by her maternal 
grandparents, George &amp; Hazel (Spencer) Triplette in Hoisington, KS. 
Sharolyn graduated from Hoisington High School in 1963. She loved to 
keep in contact with all her old classmates and attend class reunions.

Sharolyn was known for knowing everyone. This was due to her many 
years waitressing at Smokey’s Bar and Kiowa Kitchen. Her latest job was a
 door greeter at the Dream Center in Great Bend before she took ill. She
 was a people person and known for her red hair. She never missed her 
Friday beauty shop appointments. Her favorite hobbies were playing 
Bingo, crocheting, coffee club, attending local sporting events, and her
 dogs and cats.

Sharolyn had a daughter Tammy Triplette Voeltz in Oct. of 1968. Tammy
 is married to Lyle and lives in Lincoln, KS. They gave Sharolyn three 
grandchildren, Leslie Voeltz of Osborne, KS, Sara Voeltz of Lincoln, KS,
 and Lucas Voeltz of Lincoln, KS. Sharolyn married Mike Hughes in 1970 
and they had a son Christopher Michael (Red) Hughes in Aug. of 1971. 
Chris has one son Christopher Dylon Hughes, Jacksonville, FL, and one 
stepson Kashe Rhoda, OK; Sharolyn had five great grandchildren with one 
on the way in January 2022; and three step great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, September 5, 2021, at the 
First Church of God in Hoisington. A family graveside inurnment will be 
in the Hoisington Cemetery at a later date. Memorials have been 
designated to the Dream Center in Great Bend, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Sharolyn J. Triplette Hughes Bennett, 75, passed away August 27, 
2021, at Diversicare of Larned, KS. She was born on December 21, 1945, 
at Great Bend, KS, and was adopted and raised by her maternal 
grandparents, George &amp; Hazel (Spencer) Triplette in Hoisington, KS. 
Sharolyn graduated from Hoisington High School in 1963. She loved to 
keep in contact with all her old classmates and attend class reunions.Sharolyn was known for knowing everyone. This was due to her many 
years waitressing at Smokey’s Bar and Kiowa Kitchen. Her latest job was a
 door greeter at the Dream Center in Great Bend before she took ill. She
 was a people person and known for her red hair. She never missed her 
Friday beauty shop appointments. Her favorite hobbies were playing 
Bingo, crocheting, coffee club, attending local sporting events, and her
 dogs and cats.Sharolyn had a daughter Tammy Triplette Voeltz in Oct. of 1968. Tammy
 is married to Lyle and lives in Lincoln, KS. They gave Sharolyn three 
grandchildren, Leslie Voeltz of Osborne, KS, Sara Voeltz of Lincoln, KS,
 and Lucas Voeltz of Lincoln, KS. Sharolyn married Mike Hughes in 1970 
and they had a son Christopher Michael (Red) Hughes in Aug. of 1971. 
Chris has one son Christopher Dylon Hughes, Jacksonville, FL, and one 
stepson Kashe Rhoda, OK; Sharolyn had five great grandchildren with one 
on the way in January 2022; and three step great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, September 5, 2021, at the 
First Church of God in Hoisington. A family graveside inurnment will be 
in the Hoisington Cemetery at a later date. Memorials have been 
designated to the Dream Center in Great Bend, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Sharolyn J. Bennett

Gerald Eugene Tubbs Sr., a Colby farmer, died Saturday, August 28, 
2021, at Prairie Senior Living Complex, in Colby. He was born December 
6, 1925, in Levant, KS, to George and Pearl (Carpenter) Tubbs. 
Gerald attended school in Levant until the 8th grade. After leaving 
school, he went to work for his brother-in-law, Willard Miller, and then
 went to work for his brother Wayne, in Vona, Colorado. There he met the
 love of his life, Rose Anna Bigelow. They were married on August 15, 
1946, in Colby. 
During his life, Gerald held many jobs. He was part of the crew working 
on the construction of I-70 and the building of the Levant elevator. He 
developed his love of farming while working for his brother and 
brother-in-law. In the 1950’s, Gerald started his custom harvesting 
business, traveling to Oklahoma and parts of Kansas, while still 
operating his own farm. He truly had a passion for farming. 
In his later years, Gerald enjoyed taking trips to Texas with his brother-in-law Dale Deaver and friends. 
Gerald had a special love for is family and especially enjoyed spending 
time with his grandkids and great grandkids. He would do anything for 
them. He also valued his friends and was loved by everyone who was 
fortunate enough to know him. He was a favorite of the staff at Fairview
 and Prairie Senior Living Complex. 
He was preceded in death by his wife, in 1970; parents; brothers, Fred, 
Wayne, George and Jim; and sisters, Viola, Isabella, Lorraine, Evelyn, 
Minnie, Elon and Blanche. 
Gerald is survived by his son Gerald Jr. and wife Juanelle; 
grandchildren, Christie (Justin) Foss, Jennifer Harold, Jeff (Lezley) 
Tubbs and Nick Tubbs; great grandchildren, AJ, Chase, Boston, Cash, 
Jaden and Boone and three great-grandchildren. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Baalmann
 Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 2, 
2021, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby, with burial in Beulah Cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to Prairie Senior Living Complex and may be sent
 in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Gerald Eugene Tubbs Sr., a Colby farmer, died Saturday, August 28, 
2021, at Prairie Senior Living Complex, in Colby. He was born December 
6, 1925, in Levant, KS, to George and Pearl (Carpenter) Tubbs. 
Gerald attended school in Levant until the 8th grade. After leaving 
school, he went to work for his brother-in-law, Willard Miller, and then
 went to work for his brother Wayne, in Vona, Colorado. There he met the
 love of his life, Rose Anna Bigelow. They were married on August 15, 
1946, in Colby. 
During his life, Gerald held many jobs. He was part of the crew working 
on the construction of I-70 and the building of the Levant elevator. He 
developed his love of farming while working for his brother and 
brother-in-law. In the 1950’s, Gerald started his custom harvesting 
business, traveling to Oklahoma and parts of Kansas, while still 
operating his own farm. He truly had a passion for farming. 
In his later years, Gerald enjoyed taking trips to Texas with his brother-in-law Dale Deaver and friends. 
Gerald had a special love for is family and especially enjoyed spending 
time with his grandkids and great grandkids. He would do anything for 
them. He also valued his friends and was loved by everyone who was 
fortunate enough to know him. He was a favorite of the staff at Fairview
 and Prairie Senior Living Complex. 
He was preceded in death by his wife, in 1970; parents; brothers, Fred, 
Wayne, George and Jim; and sisters, Viola, Isabella, Lorraine, Evelyn, 
Minnie, Elon and Blanche. 
Gerald is survived by his son Gerald Jr. and wife Juanelle; 
grandchildren, Christie (Justin) Foss, Jennifer Harold, Jeff (Lezley) 
Tubbs and Nick Tubbs; great grandchildren, AJ, Chase, Boston, Cash, 
Jaden and Boone and three great-grandchildren. 
Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Baalmann
 Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 2, 
2021, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby, with burial in Beulah Cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to Prairie Senior Living Complex and may be sent
 in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Gerald Eugene Tubbs Sr.

Robin Colleen Adams, age 61, of Hays, Kansas, died August 26, 2021, at her home.

She was born June 9, 1960, in Los Angeles, California, to Ralph E. and Helen J. (Millirons) Bless.

Robin was a homemaker, she grew up in California and graduated from Esperanza High School in Yorba Linda, CA.&nbsp; She moved to Hays in 2005.

Survivors include her daughters, Nicole Becker, Phoenix, AZ; Misty Johnson, Kansas City, MO; her grandchildren, Brock and D.J. Johnson; and her brother, Ralph Bless and wife, Leann, Atlanta, GA.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.

A celebration of Life service will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, September 3, 2021, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601 with Rev. Troy Miller officiating. Inurnment will be at 4:00 P.M. Friday, at Lakin Cemetery, Lakin, Kansas.

Robin Colleen Adams, age 61, of Hays, Kansas, died August 26, 2021, at her home.She was born June 9, 1960, in Los Angeles, California, to Ralph E. and Helen J. (Millirons) Bless.Robin was a homemaker, she grew up in California and graduated from Esperanza High School in Yorba Linda, CA.&nbsp; She moved to Hays in 2005.Survivors include her daughters, Nicole Becker, Phoenix, AZ; Misty Johnson, Kansas City, MO; her grandchildren, Brock and D.J. Johnson; and her brother, Ralph Bless and wife, Leann, Atlanta, GA.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents.A celebration of Life service will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday, September 3, 2021, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601 with Rev. Troy Miller officiating. Inurnment will be at 4:00 P.M. Friday, at Lakin Cemetery, Lakin, Kansas.

Robin Colleen Adams

Robert A. “Bob” Lawrence, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021. 
 He was born October 9, 1935, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Phillip Lawrence Sr. and Evelyn Lawrence (Montgomery). 
 Bob graduated from Will Rogers High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 
1953. He attended the University of Colorado on a football scholarship. 
Bob decided that school wasn’t for him and joined the Marine Corps in 
1954 through 1958 where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. While serving 
our country, he traveled all around the Pacific and Central America. He 
was selected for an elite Long Range Reconnaissance unit and was also a 
paratrooper. Up until the day he died, he was a proud former Marine. He 
was proud of his service to his country. The discipline he learned in 
the Marine Corps served him well throughout the rest of his life.
 After leaving the Marine Corps, he made his was to St. Joe, where 
he met the love of his life, Rosalia Tasset. They married in Troy, 
Kansas on August 19, 1958. They were married for over 61 years. During 
that time, they had five children that blessed their lives. Bob worked 
for 34 years for Seitz meatpacking plant. Besides his marriage and 
children, the day he retired from Seitz was the best day of his life. 
Bob was an avid outdoorsman, loved his dogs, mushroom hunting, and 
fishing. He had many stories about the big one that got away. Bob was 
also a lifelong and long-suffering Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan. 
One of his great hobbies was wood working. Bob made everything from toys
 to furniture that his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren 
will always cherish. He enjoyed the many family celebrations of 
birthdays, holidays, and graduations and cheered on his grandchildren at
 their sporting events.
 He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife; an infant son; and infant great-grandson.
 Survivors include his children, Charles Lawrence (Kristin), of 
Hays,KS; Kathleen Shorba (John), Ruth Myers (Steve), Roberta Wright 
(Harold), all of St. Joseph; 11 grandchildren, Tiffany Nix (TJ), Tara 
Lubbers (Lucas), Traci Polifka (Jared), Mark Veale, Elizabeth Nichols 
(Zachary), Alex Veale (Cassandra), Joshua Shorba (Nova), Jacob Shorba, 
Angela Lehan (Chris), Lauretta Hewlett (Demetrius), Benjamin Wright 
(Alexandra); 20 great-grandchildren; brother, Phillip Lawrence (Donna); 
sister, Ann Luneen (Dan); cousin, Tom Montgomery (Roberta).
 Although the road was long and not without struggles, Bob fought 
the good fight up to the end. Rest in Peace, Dad. Your family will 
always miss you, until we meet again.
 Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Inurnment 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, 
Mount Auburn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations 
to the D.A.V. or Friends of the Animal Shelter. Online guest book and 
obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert A. “Bob” Lawrence, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021. 
 He was born October 9, 1935, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Phillip Lawrence Sr. and Evelyn Lawrence (Montgomery). 
 Bob graduated from Will Rogers High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 
1953. He attended the University of Colorado on a football scholarship. 
Bob decided that school wasn’t for him and joined the Marine Corps in 
1954 through 1958 where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. While serving 
our country, he traveled all around the Pacific and Central America. He 
was selected for an elite Long Range Reconnaissance unit and was also a 
paratrooper. Up until the day he died, he was a proud former Marine. He 
was proud of his service to his country. The discipline he learned in 
the Marine Corps served him well throughout the rest of his life.
 After leaving the Marine Corps, he made his was to St. Joe, where 
he met the love of his life, Rosalia Tasset. They married in Troy, 
Kansas on August 19, 1958. They were married for over 61 years. During 
that time, they had five children that blessed their lives. Bob worked 
for 34 years for Seitz meatpacking plant. Besides his marriage and 
children, the day he retired from Seitz was the best day of his life. 
Bob was an avid outdoorsman, loved his dogs, mushroom hunting, and 
fishing. He had many stories about the big one that got away. Bob was 
also a lifelong and long-suffering Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan. 
One of his great hobbies was wood working. Bob made everything from toys
 to furniture that his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren 
will always cherish. He enjoyed the many family celebrations of 
birthdays, holidays, and graduations and cheered on his grandchildren at
 their sporting events.
 He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife; an infant son; and infant great-grandson.
 Survivors include his children, Charles Lawrence (Kristin), of 
Hays,KS; Kathleen Shorba (John), Ruth Myers (Steve), Roberta Wright 
(Harold), all of St. Joseph; 11 grandchildren, Tiffany Nix (TJ), Tara 
Lubbers (Lucas), Traci Polifka (Jared), Mark Veale, Elizabeth Nichols 
(Zachary), Alex Veale (Cassandra), Joshua Shorba (Nova), Jacob Shorba, 
Angela Lehan (Chris), Lauretta Hewlett (Demetrius), Benjamin Wright 
(Alexandra); 20 great-grandchildren; brother, Phillip Lawrence (Donna); 
sister, Ann Luneen (Dan); cousin, Tom Montgomery (Roberta).
 Although the road was long and not without struggles, Bob fought 
the good fight up to the end. Rest in Peace, Dad. Your family will 
always miss you, until we meet again.
 Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Inurnment 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, 
Mount Auburn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations 
to the D.A.V. or Friends of the Animal Shelter. Online guest book and 
obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert A. 'Bob' Lawrence

Marolyn Lue (Davis) Lytle, 82, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at Smith Center Heath &amp; Rehab, Smith Center, KS. 
 Marolyn and her identical twin sister Carolyn Sue, were born June 30, 
1939, in Winfield, KS, the daughters of Gilbert Franklin and Mildred Una
 (Cowley) Davis.&nbsp; Two Years later their sister Kathlyn Lee joined them. 
 Marolyn's first home was in Rock, KS, where her father and uncle Rudy 
Davis operated a Grade A dairy south of Rock in Cowley County, KS.&nbsp; 
Marolyn attended grade school in Cambridge, KS, this was after Gilbert 
and Mildred moved their family to a farm outside of town.&nbsp; Marolyn and 
family then moved to Burden, KS where she graduated from Burden High 
School, class of 1957. Being twins, Marolyn and Carolyn 
decided to have a double wedding ceremony and they both were married on 
October 6, 1957, in Burden, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Marolyn was later divorced, but was 
blessed with a daughter, Ladonna Michele from that marriage. 
 Marolyn worked for 43 years as the Smith County Farm Bureau office 
secretary and was a member of the Kensington Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Mildred. 
 Marolyn is survived by her daughter Ladonna (Michael) Weltmer of Smith
 Center; two grandsons, Philip (Jessica) Weltmer and Steven (Vanessa) 
Weltmer all of Smith Center; seven great-grandchildren, Kaden, Korey and
 Kaylee Weltmer and Tessa, Micah, Cora and Clara Weltmer all of Smith 
Center; twin sister, Carolyn (Harold) Daniels of Abilene, KS and 
youngest sister, Kathy (Richard) Lady of Independence, MO; two nieces, 
three nephews and their families along with other relatives and 
friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., 
Saturday, September 4, 2021, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. 
Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Jeremy Carr officiating.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021, 8:00 a.m. until 
service time at the chapel.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Fairview 
Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Marolyn L. 
Lytle Memorial fund and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Marolyn Lue (Davis) Lytle, 82, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at Smith Center Heath &amp; Rehab, Smith Center, KS. 
 Marolyn and her identical twin sister Carolyn Sue, were born June 30, 
1939, in Winfield, KS, the daughters of Gilbert Franklin and Mildred Una
 (Cowley) Davis.&nbsp; Two Years later their sister Kathlyn Lee joined them. 
 Marolyn's first home was in Rock, KS, where her father and uncle Rudy 
Davis operated a Grade A dairy south of Rock in Cowley County, KS.&nbsp; 
Marolyn attended grade school in Cambridge, KS, this was after Gilbert 
and Mildred moved their family to a farm outside of town.&nbsp; Marolyn and 
family then moved to Burden, KS where she graduated from Burden High 
School, class of 1957. Being twins, Marolyn and Carolyn 
decided to have a double wedding ceremony and they both were married on 
October 6, 1957, in Burden, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Marolyn was later divorced, but was 
blessed with a daughter, Ladonna Michele from that marriage. 
 Marolyn worked for 43 years as the Smith County Farm Bureau office 
secretary and was a member of the Kensington Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Mildred. 
 Marolyn is survived by her daughter Ladonna (Michael) Weltmer of Smith
 Center; two grandsons, Philip (Jessica) Weltmer and Steven (Vanessa) 
Weltmer all of Smith Center; seven great-grandchildren, Kaden, Korey and
 Kaylee Weltmer and Tessa, Micah, Cora and Clara Weltmer all of Smith 
Center; twin sister, Carolyn (Harold) Daniels of Abilene, KS and 
youngest sister, Kathy (Richard) Lady of Independence, MO; two nieces, 
three nephews and their families along with other relatives and 
friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., 
Saturday, September 4, 2021, at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. 
Madison St., Smith Center, KS, with Pastor Jeremy Carr officiating.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021, 8:00 a.m. until 
service time at the chapel.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Fairview 
Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Marolyn L. 
Lytle Memorial fund and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Marolyn L. Lytle

Ralph Paul Melenson was born on March 14, 1940, in Grandview, Missouri, the seventh of eight children born to Oliver and Dorothea Elmer Melenson. Ralph passed away July 5, 2021, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. His parents, grandparents, six brothers, and one sister predeceased him.

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 golf 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 Spring, Maryland, 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.&nbsp;

After being honorably discharged, he returned to Missouri. Subsequently, he moved to Kansas City and 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 and 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 survived by his wife of thirty-six years, many cousins, nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass was celebrated on July 12 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Fr. William Elser officiating. Interment will be at a later date.

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 </figure>Ralph Paul Melenson was born on March 14, 1940, in Grandview, Missouri, the seventh of eight children born to Oliver and Dorothea Elmer Melenson. Ralph passed away July 5, 2021, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. His parents, grandparents, six brothers, and one sister predeceased him.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 golf 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 Spring, Maryland, 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.&nbsp;After being honorably discharged, he returned to Missouri. Subsequently, he moved to Kansas City and 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 and 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 survived by his wife of thirty-six years, many cousins, nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass was celebrated on July 12 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Fr. William Elser officiating. Interment will be at a later date.

Ralph Paul Melenson

Betsy Petersen, 64, died Friday, August 27, 2021, at the University of 
Kansas, St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. She was born August 3, 
1957, in Garden City, Kansas the daughter of Richard E. “Gene” and Kay M.
 (Hunt) Thompson. 
 Betsy has lived most of her life in Garden City. She attended 
Garden City schools and graduated from Garden City High School in 1975. 
 Betsy later attended and graduated from Garden City Community College 
before earning a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree in Education 
from Fort Hays State University. Betsy started her teaching career in 
1996 at Charles O. Stones Intermediate Center, teaching 5th and 6th 
grade. Betsy and her husband Drew later started Graph Ink which they 
currently own and operate. Betsy retired from teaching in 2019. 
Shortly after her retirement, Betsy and Drew moved to Abilene, Kansas 
and have lived in Abilene since. 
 Betsy is a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Abilene, Kansas,
 St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City, ESA, and she served as a 
Girl Scout Leader at St. Dominic’s for 11 years. 
 On May 23, 1975, she married Drew Petersen in Garden City. He 
survives. Other survivors include four children Addie (Spencer) Taylor 
of Lenexa, Kansas, Brooke (Joseph) Humphreys of Garden City, Kansas, 
Caitlin (Michael) LaMarr of Topeka, Kansas, and Soren (Kaytie) Petersen 
of Gardner, Kansas; three sisters Keianna Thompson of Allen, Kansas, 
Nancy Winsky of Admire, Kansas, and Charolette Lowder of Miller, Kansas;
 and 8 Grandchildren Jordan Humphreys, Koston Humphreys, Drew Humphreys,
 Jaqueline LaMarr, Lily LaMarr, Eleanor LaMarr, Harrison Petersen, &amp;
 Madelynn Petersen. Betsy is preceded in death by her parents and a 
Granddaughter Annie Lenore Taylor. 
 A Rosary will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 
at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass will be 
held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, 2021 also at St. Dominic 
Catholic Church with Rev. Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. The Funeral 
Mass may also be viewed on Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home 
Facebook Page. A private family interment will take place at a later 
date. Visitation will be held from Noon to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday at 
Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City and the family will be at the 
funeral home to visit with friends. In lieu of flowers, the family 
request memorials given to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in 
care of the funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Betsy Petersen, 64, died Friday, August 27, 2021, at the University of 
Kansas, St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. She was born August 3, 
1957, in Garden City, Kansas the daughter of Richard E. “Gene” and Kay M.
 (Hunt) Thompson. 
 Betsy has lived most of her life in Garden City. She attended 
Garden City schools and graduated from Garden City High School in 1975. 
 Betsy later attended and graduated from Garden City Community College 
before earning a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree in Education 
from Fort Hays State University. Betsy started her teaching career in 
1996 at Charles O. Stones Intermediate Center, teaching 5th and 6th 
grade. Betsy and her husband Drew later started Graph Ink which they 
currently own and operate. Betsy retired from teaching in 2019. 
Shortly after her retirement, Betsy and Drew moved to Abilene, Kansas 
and have lived in Abilene since. 
 Betsy is a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Abilene, Kansas,
 St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City, ESA, and she served as a 
Girl Scout Leader at St. Dominic’s for 11 years. 
 On May 23, 1975, she married Drew Petersen in Garden City. He 
survives. Other survivors include four children Addie (Spencer) Taylor 
of Lenexa, Kansas, Brooke (Joseph) Humphreys of Garden City, Kansas, 
Caitlin (Michael) LaMarr of Topeka, Kansas, and Soren (Kaytie) Petersen 
of Gardner, Kansas; three sisters Keianna Thompson of Allen, Kansas, 
Nancy Winsky of Admire, Kansas, and Charolette Lowder of Miller, Kansas;
 and 8 Grandchildren Jordan Humphreys, Koston Humphreys, Drew Humphreys,
 Jaqueline LaMarr, Lily LaMarr, Eleanor LaMarr, Harrison Petersen, &amp;
 Madelynn Petersen. Betsy is preceded in death by her parents and a 
Granddaughter Annie Lenore Taylor. 
 A Rosary will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 
at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass will be 
held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, 2021 also at St. Dominic 
Catholic Church with Rev. Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. The Funeral 
Mass may also be viewed on Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home 
Facebook Page. A private family interment will take place at a later 
date. Visitation will be held from Noon to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday at 
Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City and the family will be at the 
funeral home to visit with friends. In lieu of flowers, the family 
request memorials given to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in 
care of the funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Betsy Petersen

Janet Irene (Diederich) Laevenstein died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at 
the age of 73. Janet was one of seven children born to Julius “Dulie” 
and Mae (Weaver) Diederich on January 6, 1948, in Selden, Kansas. Janet 
grew up in Selden and attended Selden Elementary School and Selden Rural
 High School. Before graduating, she decided to drop out of school and 
work at the HI-WAY Café, a restaurant her mother owned. Later on, Janet
 decided to return to school. In 1985, she graduated from Colby 
Community College with her GED. 
 Janet met the love of her life when she was working at the Café for 
her mother. A young man, Donald Laevenstein, became one of her regular 
customers. They began to date, and on May 25, 1968, Janet Irene 
Diederich and Donald Dean Laevenstein were united in marriage at the 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Selden, Kansas. Janet and Donald “Don” 
resided in Hoxie all their married life. In 1974, they were thrilled to
 adopt a baby girl, Jeannie and a year later to have a daughter, 
Shelly. They loved their daughters very much. Don unexpectedly passed 
away on August 15, 2008 leaving a huge hole in the hearts of his family.
 Janet worked for the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office as a 
dispatcher for many years before going to USD 412 School District as a 
cook and baker, and she also worked as a CNA. Janet and her sister, 
Darla, were co-owners of DJ’s upholstery. In her spare time and earlier
 years, she enjoyed sewing and crocheting. Janet was a member of the St.
 Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, St. Francis Cabrini Sodality and the 
Hoxie Elks. Janet was also a big fan of KU Basketball and never missed 
watching a game. She also spent many hours watching Open Spaces Sports 
supporting the Hoxie High School Athletes. 
 Janet leaves to mourn her passing daughters, Jeannie Hamrick of 
Plainville, Kansas and Shelly Kuhn (Keith) of Hoxie, Kansas; sisters, 
Leona Clark (Jerry) of Colby, Kansas and Darla Zerr (Albert) of Hoxie, 
Kansas; brothers, Dale Diederich of Olathe, Kansas and Dennis Diederich 
(Sandy) of Colby, Kansas; grandchildren, Ashley Kuhn and Andrew Kuhn; 
and grandpuppy, Clyde; and many friends and relatives.
 She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Laevenstein; parents, 
Dulie and Mae Diederich; sister, "Molly" Marlene Brin and brother, Jerry
 Diederich
 A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Monday, August 30, 2021, 
10:30 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, Kansas 
with interment following the service in St. Frances Cabrini Cemetery, 
Hoxie. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 2:00 
P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home with family 
receiving friends from 5:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M., and the Vigil Service 
and Rosary beginning at 6:00 P.M. The family has chosen the Sheridan 
County Benefit Walk as the memorial. Memorials may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of 
comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Janet Irene (Diederich) Laevenstein died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at 
the age of 73. Janet was one of seven children born to Julius “Dulie” 
and Mae (Weaver) Diederich on January 6, 1948, in Selden, Kansas. Janet 
grew up in Selden and attended Selden Elementary School and Selden Rural
 High School. Before graduating, she decided to drop out of school and 
work at the HI-WAY Café, a restaurant her mother owned. Later on, Janet
 decided to return to school. In 1985, she graduated from Colby 
Community College with her GED. 
 Janet met the love of her life when she was working at the Café for 
her mother. A young man, Donald Laevenstein, became one of her regular 
customers. They began to date, and on May 25, 1968, Janet Irene 
Diederich and Donald Dean Laevenstein were united in marriage at the 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Selden, Kansas. Janet and Donald “Don” 
resided in Hoxie all their married life. In 1974, they were thrilled to
 adopt a baby girl, Jeannie and a year later to have a daughter, 
Shelly. They loved their daughters very much. Don unexpectedly passed 
away on August 15, 2008 leaving a huge hole in the hearts of his family.
 Janet worked for the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office as a 
dispatcher for many years before going to USD 412 School District as a 
cook and baker, and she also worked as a CNA. Janet and her sister, 
Darla, were co-owners of DJ’s upholstery. In her spare time and earlier
 years, she enjoyed sewing and crocheting. Janet was a member of the St.
 Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, St. Francis Cabrini Sodality and the 
Hoxie Elks. Janet was also a big fan of KU Basketball and never missed 
watching a game. She also spent many hours watching Open Spaces Sports 
supporting the Hoxie High School Athletes. 
 Janet leaves to mourn her passing daughters, Jeannie Hamrick of 
Plainville, Kansas and Shelly Kuhn (Keith) of Hoxie, Kansas; sisters, 
Leona Clark (Jerry) of Colby, Kansas and Darla Zerr (Albert) of Hoxie, 
Kansas; brothers, Dale Diederich of Olathe, Kansas and Dennis Diederich 
(Sandy) of Colby, Kansas; grandchildren, Ashley Kuhn and Andrew Kuhn; 
and grandpuppy, Clyde; and many friends and relatives.
 She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Laevenstein; parents, 
Dulie and Mae Diederich; sister, "Molly" Marlene Brin and brother, Jerry
 Diederich
 A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Monday, August 30, 2021, 
10:30 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, Kansas 
with interment following the service in St. Frances Cabrini Cemetery, 
Hoxie. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 2:00 
P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home with family 
receiving friends from 5:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M., and the Vigil Service 
and Rosary beginning at 6:00 P.M. The family has chosen the Sheridan 
County Benefit Walk as the memorial. Memorials may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of 
comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Janet Irene (Diederich) Laevenstein

Patricia Diane Payne, 66, Wichita, died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, in Wichita.

She was born March 15, 1955, in Hays, 
the daughter of Milton M. and Gracie (Stokes) Moore.&nbsp; Her battle with 
serious medical issues showed her courage in facing life challenges with
 her family until the end.&nbsp; Diane was the eldest of five little chicks 
and her chosen sisters, Grace (Nick) Phillips and Susan (Doug) Shaw.&nbsp; 
Diane loved her family and grandchildren dearly.&nbsp; She was funny, 
unpredictable, witty, clumsy, goofy, and had a big heart.&nbsp; Diane was a 
loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother.&nbsp; Her smile along with 
her infectious laugh would light up a room.&nbsp; She will be dearly missed 
and forever in her family’s hearts.

Survivors include her husband of 26 
years: Cliford “Clif” S. Payne of Wichita, children: Heather (Thanh) 
Hatcher of Wichita, Ashley (Shawn) Harader of Wichita, Leah (Mason) 
Burman of California, Samantha (Rigel) Butler of Texas, and Scot 
(Samantha) Payne of Missouri, siblings: Athenna “Sis” (Gary) Moore of 
Hays, Gina “Pill” (Jay) Smith of Arkansas, Becky “Beck” (Keith) Thomas 
of Kansas City, Jennifer “Tige” (Greg) Bethel of Hays, and Travis 
(Jennifer) Stokes of Connecticut, and 18 grandchildren: Brenden, 
Madelynn, Jaxon, Brentin, Ethan, Evelynn, Eli, Amiriah, Skyler, Kaleb, 
Bradley, Taylor, Trent, Adeline, Hunter, Olivia, Aiden, and Emma.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a granddaughter: Arianna Payne.

A Celebration of Life Service will be 
at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home, with Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; The family will 
receive friends from 1:00 pm until service time.&nbsp; A private family 
inurnment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are 
suggested to Lifeline Animal Placement and Protection, 310 W. 45th St. 
N., Wichita, KS&nbsp; 67204.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Diane may be shared
 with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Patricia Diane Payne, 66, Wichita, died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, in Wichita.She was born March 15, 1955, in Hays, 
the daughter of Milton M. and Gracie (Stokes) Moore.&nbsp; Her battle with 
serious medical issues showed her courage in facing life challenges with
 her family until the end.&nbsp; Diane was the eldest of five little chicks 
and her chosen sisters, Grace (Nick) Phillips and Susan (Doug) Shaw.&nbsp; 
Diane loved her family and grandchildren dearly.&nbsp; She was funny, 
unpredictable, witty, clumsy, goofy, and had a big heart.&nbsp; Diane was a 
loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother.&nbsp; Her smile along with 
her infectious laugh would light up a room.&nbsp; She will be dearly missed 
and forever in her family’s hearts.Survivors include her husband of 26 
years: Cliford “Clif” S. Payne of Wichita, children: Heather (Thanh) 
Hatcher of Wichita, Ashley (Shawn) Harader of Wichita, Leah (Mason) 
Burman of California, Samantha (Rigel) Butler of Texas, and Scot 
(Samantha) Payne of Missouri, siblings: Athenna “Sis” (Gary) Moore of 
Hays, Gina “Pill” (Jay) Smith of Arkansas, Becky “Beck” (Keith) Thomas 
of Kansas City, Jennifer “Tige” (Greg) Bethel of Hays, and Travis 
(Jennifer) Stokes of Connecticut, and 18 grandchildren: Brenden, 
Madelynn, Jaxon, Brentin, Ethan, Evelynn, Eli, Amiriah, Skyler, Kaleb, 
Bradley, Taylor, Trent, Adeline, Hunter, Olivia, Aiden, and Emma.She was preceded in death by her parents and a granddaughter: Arianna Payne.A Celebration of Life Service will be 
at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home, with Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; The family will 
receive friends from 1:00 pm until service time.&nbsp; A private family 
inurnment will take place at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are 
suggested to Lifeline Animal Placement and Protection, 310 W. 45th St. 
N., Wichita, KS&nbsp; 67204.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Diane may be shared
 with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Patricia Diane Payne

Early Years 
In his early years, Bill was a talented athlete, playing basketball, 
football, and track. He graduated from Ulysses High School in 1952. He 
served in the US Air Force at Reece Air Force Base, Lubbock, Texas, from
 1953-1957, where he reached the rank of Staff Sergeant and also managed
 the base swimming pools and program. He graduated from Pittsburg State 
University in 1963 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education/Industrial 
Arts. Bill began his teaching career at Excelsior Springs, MO, and 
shortly after started his teaching-coaching career at Emporia High 
School. Later, in Lawrence, he taught at Lawrence High School and West 
Jr High, where he coached basketball and achieved the longest winning 
streak in town. In 1973 he accepted the head coaching job at Hays High 
School, where he took the basketball team to the Kansas State Tourney 
for the first time in 18 years. 
From 1958-1966, Bill and his wife, Jo, managed the swimming pool/summer 
recreation program in Ulysses, and started the AAU competitive swimming 
program. Bill managed the Holiday Park Swim Pool in Lawrence, KS, and 
founded/coached the Lawrence Aquahawks Swim Team from 1967-1978. 
In 1976, he left teaching and began building homes and commercial 
buildings. Barnes Homes was known for the highest quality of 
construction. Bill was an exceptionally hard worker. He was blessed to 
have careers that he enjoyed: coaching/teaching youth and 
designing/building homes. 
Family 
William ‘Bill’ Myral Barnes, 88, was born May 11, 1933, in Prowers 
County, Colorado, to Katherine (Davis) Barnes and Perry Wendell Barnes. 
He passed away August 24, 2021, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence,
 Kansas. Bill was the oldest of four children. He is preceded in death 
by sisters Margie Puyear and Ava Mace, and sister-in-law Sheryl Barnes. 
Bill is survived by his wife of 66 years, Josandra ‘Jo’ Colleen (Heyman)
 Barnes; daughter Sharolyn Gayle Wagner (spouse: Jay Wagner) of Salina, 
Kansas; son William Brent Barnes (Vera Galchenko-Barnes) of Singapore; 
grandchildren: William Jacob Wagner (Elle Williams), Dr. Jacquelyn 
Christine Wagner (Dr. Lee Weiner), and Johnathan Paul Wagner; three 
great-grandsons; brother Homer Barnes (Carlotta); brother-in-law Donnie 
Mace; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Pamela and Harvey Loucks; and 
many nieces and nephews. 
Last Honors 
- Friends are invited to a Viewing at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses on Friday, September 3, 2021, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. 
- A graveside service with military honors conducted by Dexter D. 
Harbour American Legion Post #79 will be held at Ulysses Cemetery in 
Ulysses, Kansas, on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at 10:00 AM with 
Reverend Kelly Gindlesberger officiating. 
- A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Lawrence, Kansas. 
- Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com 
The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to either: 
• The Alzheimer’s Association - Heart of America Chapter 
(https://www.alz.org/, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601,
 800-272-3900) 
• Ulysses Swim Team 
• The Lawrence AquaHawks Swim Club (Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center, 4706
 Overland Drive Lawrence, KS. 66049, 
https://www.teamunify.com/team/mvsla/page/home, (785) 813-1322) in care
 of the Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Early Years 
In his early years, Bill was a talented athlete, playing basketball, 
football, and track. He graduated from Ulysses High School in 1952. He 
served in the US Air Force at Reece Air Force Base, Lubbock, Texas, from
 1953-1957, where he reached the rank of Staff Sergeant and also managed
 the base swimming pools and program. He graduated from Pittsburg State 
University in 1963 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education/Industrial 
Arts. Bill began his teaching career at Excelsior Springs, MO, and 
shortly after started his teaching-coaching career at Emporia High 
School. Later, in Lawrence, he taught at Lawrence High School and West 
Jr High, where he coached basketball and achieved the longest winning 
streak in town. In 1973 he accepted the head coaching job at Hays High 
School, where he took the basketball team to the Kansas State Tourney 
for the first time in 18 years. 
From 1958-1966, Bill and his wife, Jo, managed the swimming pool/summer 
recreation program in Ulysses, and started the AAU competitive swimming 
program. Bill managed the Holiday Park Swim Pool in Lawrence, KS, and 
founded/coached the Lawrence Aquahawks Swim Team from 1967-1978. 
In 1976, he left teaching and began building homes and commercial 
buildings. Barnes Homes was known for the highest quality of 
construction. Bill was an exceptionally hard worker. He was blessed to 
have careers that he enjoyed: coaching/teaching youth and 
designing/building homes. 
Family 
William ‘Bill’ Myral Barnes, 88, was born May 11, 1933, in Prowers 
County, Colorado, to Katherine (Davis) Barnes and Perry Wendell Barnes. 
He passed away August 24, 2021, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence,
 Kansas. Bill was the oldest of four children. He is preceded in death 
by sisters Margie Puyear and Ava Mace, and sister-in-law Sheryl Barnes. 
Bill is survived by his wife of 66 years, Josandra ‘Jo’ Colleen (Heyman)
 Barnes; daughter Sharolyn Gayle Wagner (spouse: Jay Wagner) of Salina, 
Kansas; son William Brent Barnes (Vera Galchenko-Barnes) of Singapore; 
grandchildren: William Jacob Wagner (Elle Williams), Dr. Jacquelyn 
Christine Wagner (Dr. Lee Weiner), and Johnathan Paul Wagner; three 
great-grandsons; brother Homer Barnes (Carlotta); brother-in-law Donnie 
Mace; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Pamela and Harvey Loucks; and 
many nieces and nephews. 
Last Honors 
- Friends are invited to a Viewing at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses on Friday, September 3, 2021, from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. 
- A graveside service with military honors conducted by Dexter D. 
Harbour American Legion Post #79 will be held at Ulysses Cemetery in 
Ulysses, Kansas, on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at 10:00 AM with 
Reverend Kelly Gindlesberger officiating. 
- A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Lawrence, Kansas. 
- Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com 
The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to either: 
• The Alzheimer’s Association - Heart of America Chapter 
(https://www.alz.org/, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601,
 800-272-3900) 
• Ulysses Swim Team 
• The Lawrence AquaHawks Swim Club (Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center, 4706
 Overland Drive Lawrence, KS. 66049, 
https://www.teamunify.com/team/mvsla/page/home, (785) 813-1322) in care
 of the Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W Grant Ave, Ulysses, KS 67880.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

William 'Bill' Myral Barnes

Patrick Alan Turner, 78, passed away August 27, 2021, in Marquette.

He was born July 2, 1943, in Wichita KS, the son of Leslie and 
Florence "Patsy" (Byers) Turner.&nbsp; Pat married Barbara Zimmerman on June 
7, 1998, and they made their home in Topeka until recently moving to 
Marquette.

Pat grew up in Wichita, spent his young adulthood in Pratt, and moved
 to Larned in 1973 to open Turner Tire.&nbsp; He spent a number of years in 
the tire business, then changed careers and was employed by the Kansas 
Department of Corrections in Larned and Topeka until his retirement in 
2006.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pat was a member of St. Bridget Catholic Church of Lindsborg, a 
lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, Topeka Mustang Club, and the
 National Rifle Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pat was well known for his big personality, his quick wit, booming 
voice, and a whistle that would make anyone stand at attention and bring
 the kids home from blocks away. He was a storyteller extraordinaire!&nbsp; 
Pat loved old cars and rock &amp; roll music.&nbsp; He loved to hunt and fish
 and enjoyed a good casino.&nbsp; He was known for being able to fix 
anything, and for wheeling and dealing - he loved a bargain! &nbsp;To his 
grandkids &amp; great-grandkids Pat was known as "Grandpa Patty Poo," 
and always served them popsicles for breakfast.&nbsp; He was a great cook and
 was famous for his pancakes. Pat loved life and dearly loved his family
 and friends.

Pat's survivors include his wife, Barbara; his children, Todd Turner,
 Larned; Theresa "Terry" (Jon) Palmer, Larned; Cory (Randi) Turner, 
Cherokee IA; Christopher (Shelly) Turner, Salina; Audrey (Mike) Farmer, 
Little River; his brothers, Robert (Sue) Turner, Wichita; Michael 
Turner, Fall River; and his Sister-in-law Joanie Turner, Lakeland FL. He
 is also survived by twelve grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Timothy Turner; and brother, James Turner.

A memorial mass will be held&nbsp;at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2021,
 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Larned, with Father Bernard Felix 
presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Larned Cemetery. Cremation has 
taken place and there will be no visitation.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of Salina, or to the Springhill 
Baptist Church/Faith Foster Fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary,&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6">PO Box 477, Larned KS&nbsp; 67550</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Patrick Alan Turner, 78, passed away August 27, 2021, in Marquette.He was born July 2, 1943, in Wichita KS, the son of Leslie and 
Florence "Patsy" (Byers) Turner.&nbsp; Pat married Barbara Zimmerman on June 
7, 1998, and they made their home in Topeka until recently moving to 
Marquette.Pat grew up in Wichita, spent his young adulthood in Pratt, and moved
 to Larned in 1973 to open Turner Tire.&nbsp; He spent a number of years in 
the tire business, then changed careers and was employed by the Kansas 
Department of Corrections in Larned and Topeka until his retirement in 
2006.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pat was a member of St. Bridget Catholic Church of Lindsborg, a 
lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, Topeka Mustang Club, and the
 National Rifle Association.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pat was well known for his big personality, his quick wit, booming 
voice, and a whistle that would make anyone stand at attention and bring
 the kids home from blocks away. He was a storyteller extraordinaire!&nbsp; 
Pat loved old cars and rock &amp; roll music.&nbsp; He loved to hunt and fish
 and enjoyed a good casino.&nbsp; He was known for being able to fix 
anything, and for wheeling and dealing - he loved a bargain! &nbsp;To his 
grandkids &amp; great-grandkids Pat was known as "Grandpa Patty Poo," 
and always served them popsicles for breakfast.&nbsp; He was a great cook and
 was famous for his pancakes. Pat loved life and dearly loved his family
 and friends.Pat's survivors include his wife, Barbara; his children, Todd Turner,
 Larned; Theresa "Terry" (Jon) Palmer, Larned; Cory (Randi) Turner, 
Cherokee IA; Christopher (Shelly) Turner, Salina; Audrey (Mike) Farmer, 
Little River; his brothers, Robert (Sue) Turner, Wichita; Michael 
Turner, Fall River; and his Sister-in-law Joanie Turner, Lakeland FL. He
 is also survived by twelve grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Timothy Turner; and brother, James Turner.A memorial mass will be held&nbsp;at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2021,
 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Larned, with Father Bernard Felix 
presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Larned Cemetery. Cremation has 
taken place and there will be no visitation.Memorials may be given to Hospice of Salina, or to the Springhill 
Baptist Church/Faith Foster Fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary,&nbsp;<a href="x-apple-data-detectors://6">PO Box 477, Larned KS&nbsp; 67550</a>.&nbsp;

Patrick Alan Turner

Marvin Eugene Hines, 77, of Gardner, Ks, previously of Agra, Ks, passed away Oct. 10, 2020, at home. 
 Marvin was born Sept. 2, 1943, in Colby, Ks. to Lawrence Ray and 
Grace Anna (Brown) Hines. He grew up in Hoxie, Ks.; graduating in 1961. 
He then attended Fort Hays State University, graduating in 1966. Marvin 
then served in the U. S. Army with 1st Calvary Division stationed in 
Vietnam. Upon his return home he married Martha Rall (Marty) on July 27,
 1969. They settled in Agra in 1974. Marvin was a high school math and 
computer science teacher for 32 years in the Kensington school district 
retiring in 2006.
 Marvin was very active in the Agra community where he served as 
mayor for 16 years and was a 47-year member of the American Legion Post 
#357 in Agra.
 Marvin enjoyed fishing and family gatherings at the lake when his health was good.
 He was preceded in death by his parents. Marvin is survived by his 
wife, his children; Mandra and husband Ken Bess, Gardner, Ks. and Robyn 
Hines, El Paso, TX., five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
 A graveside service will be held on September 2, 2021, 5:00 P.M., at 
the Hoxie City Cemetery, Hoxie, Kansas. All Friends and family are 
invited to attend.
 Memorial contributions were made to the city of Agra for a walking path at the Agra Lake.
 Marvin is greatly missed by friends and family.

Marvin Eugene Hines, 77, of Gardner, Ks, previously of Agra, Ks, passed away Oct. 10, 2020, at home. 
 Marvin was born Sept. 2, 1943, in Colby, Ks. to Lawrence Ray and 
Grace Anna (Brown) Hines. He grew up in Hoxie, Ks.; graduating in 1961. 
He then attended Fort Hays State University, graduating in 1966. Marvin 
then served in the U. S. Army with 1st Calvary Division stationed in 
Vietnam. Upon his return home he married Martha Rall (Marty) on July 27,
 1969. They settled in Agra in 1974. Marvin was a high school math and 
computer science teacher for 32 years in the Kensington school district 
retiring in 2006.
 Marvin was very active in the Agra community where he served as 
mayor for 16 years and was a 47-year member of the American Legion Post 
#357 in Agra.
 Marvin enjoyed fishing and family gatherings at the lake when his health was good.
 He was preceded in death by his parents. Marvin is survived by his 
wife, his children; Mandra and husband Ken Bess, Gardner, Ks. and Robyn 
Hines, El Paso, TX., five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
 A graveside service will be held on September 2, 2021, 5:00 P.M., at 
the Hoxie City Cemetery, Hoxie, Kansas. All Friends and family are 
invited to attend.
 Memorial contributions were made to the city of Agra for a walking path at the Agra Lake.
 Marvin is greatly missed by friends and family.

Marvin Eugene Hines

Ila Belle (Dibble) Hoar passed away on August 28, 2021, at Redbud Estates, Plainville, KS at the age of 93.
 Ila Belle was born on the family homestead in Osborne Co, KS, on 
April 14th, 1928, the last child of Arthur and Euphamie (Brittain) 
Dibble.
 She graduated from Woodston Rural High School in 1946, and then she 
completed her teaching certification at Fort Hays State College. She 
taught for two years at country schools, first at Liberty Bell, and then
 at Valley, just down the road from where she grew up. 
 On May 9th, 1948, she married Richard Gail Hoar at the Methodist 
Church in Woodston, KS. Together, they raised 5 daughters. They 
celebrated 72 years of marriage before Gail’s death on May 16th, 2020. 
 Ila Belle worked for John E. Jones Oil company in Woodston as a 
bookkeeper. She moved with the company to Stockton until her retirement.
 In 1982, she and Gail moved from their home north of Woodston to 
Stockton, where they lived until moving to the assisted living in 
Plainville in January 2019.
 Ila Belle enjoyed gardening, crocheting, quilting, ceramics and 
doing embroidery work, which she continued to do up until a week before 
her death.
 Ila Belle was a member of the Woodston United Methodist Church until
 it’s closing in June 2021. She taught Sunday School, helped with the 
Lord’s Acre Sale and the Women’s Annual Pheasant Dinner. 
 She is survived by her daughters Diana Luhman and husband Ray of 
Colby, KS, Brinda Hahn of Osborne, KS, Anita Conger &amp; Bonita Wagner 
and husband Tony, Stockton, KS, her sister Edna (Bob) McCall, Osborne, 
KS. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren: David (Jennifer) 
Morrissey, Karrina (Craig) Brasser, Richard (Michele) Hahn, Rebecca 
(Mat) McNeal, Kristy (Scott) Nuzum, John (Tina) Conger, Jake Conger 
(Barb Ard), Jana (Joe) Becker, Scott (Jess) Wagner, and Travis (Betsy) 
Wagner. Ila Belle was blessed with 25 and 7/9 great grandchildren: 
Kalyn (Logan) Hower, Dalton &amp; Carter Brasser, Eli, Audrey &amp; 
Emree Hahn, Ashton, Brayden &amp; Tirion McNeal, Taylor Hahn, Cody, 
Colter, Jeston, Chase, Kya &amp; Trayven Conger, Missy &amp; DJ Ard, 
Harper &amp; Hallee Becker (Baby Hadlynn to arrive October 2021), Ayden 
&amp; Gemma Wagner, McKenna &amp; Kaden Varlack and Perri Wagner.
 Ila Belle was proceeded in death by her parents, husband Gail, 
daughter Valeria Morrissey, 5 brothers, an unnamed infant, Marshall, 
George, Robert Lee (died at 9 months of age), Dale and Everett Dibble, 3
 sisters, Areta Breckenridge, and twin sisters, Louise Brent and Lucille
 Dibble (died at 9 years of age.)
 Graveside services will be held at the Woodston Cemetery, Woodston, KS on Tuesday August 31, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. 
 In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting memorials to the 
Stockton Food pantry or to Victory in the Valley, Wichita, KS at 
victoryinthevalley.org* and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 North First, Stockton, KS 67669.
 *Victory in the Valley is where Val received support and care during her treatments for cancer.
 Proverbs 31:25 : She is Clothed in Strength &amp; Dignity and She Laughs Without Fear of the Future

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 </figure>Ila Belle (Dibble) Hoar passed away on August 28, 2021, at Redbud Estates, Plainville, KS at the age of 93.
 Ila Belle was born on the family homestead in Osborne Co, KS, on 
April 14th, 1928, the last child of Arthur and Euphamie (Brittain) 
Dibble.
 She graduated from Woodston Rural High School in 1946, and then she 
completed her teaching certification at Fort Hays State College. She 
taught for two years at country schools, first at Liberty Bell, and then
 at Valley, just down the road from where she grew up. 
 On May 9th, 1948, she married Richard Gail Hoar at the Methodist 
Church in Woodston, KS. Together, they raised 5 daughters. They 
celebrated 72 years of marriage before Gail’s death on May 16th, 2020. 
 Ila Belle worked for John E. Jones Oil company in Woodston as a 
bookkeeper. She moved with the company to Stockton until her retirement.
 In 1982, she and Gail moved from their home north of Woodston to 
Stockton, where they lived until moving to the assisted living in 
Plainville in January 2019.
 Ila Belle enjoyed gardening, crocheting, quilting, ceramics and 
doing embroidery work, which she continued to do up until a week before 
her death.
 Ila Belle was a member of the Woodston United Methodist Church until
 it’s closing in June 2021. She taught Sunday School, helped with the 
Lord’s Acre Sale and the Women’s Annual Pheasant Dinner. 
 She is survived by her daughters Diana Luhman and husband Ray of 
Colby, KS, Brinda Hahn of Osborne, KS, Anita Conger &amp; Bonita Wagner 
and husband Tony, Stockton, KS, her sister Edna (Bob) McCall, Osborne, 
KS. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren: David (Jennifer) 
Morrissey, Karrina (Craig) Brasser, Richard (Michele) Hahn, Rebecca 
(Mat) McNeal, Kristy (Scott) Nuzum, John (Tina) Conger, Jake Conger 
(Barb Ard), Jana (Joe) Becker, Scott (Jess) Wagner, and Travis (Betsy) 
Wagner. Ila Belle was blessed with 25 and 7/9 great grandchildren: 
Kalyn (Logan) Hower, Dalton &amp; Carter Brasser, Eli, Audrey &amp; 
Emree Hahn, Ashton, Brayden &amp; Tirion McNeal, Taylor Hahn, Cody, 
Colter, Jeston, Chase, Kya &amp; Trayven Conger, Missy &amp; DJ Ard, 
Harper &amp; Hallee Becker (Baby Hadlynn to arrive October 2021), Ayden 
&amp; Gemma Wagner, McKenna &amp; Kaden Varlack and Perri Wagner.
 Ila Belle was proceeded in death by her parents, husband Gail, 
daughter Valeria Morrissey, 5 brothers, an unnamed infant, Marshall, 
George, Robert Lee (died at 9 months of age), Dale and Everett Dibble, 3
 sisters, Areta Breckenridge, and twin sisters, Louise Brent and Lucille
 Dibble (died at 9 years of age.)
 Graveside services will be held at the Woodston Cemetery, Woodston, KS on Tuesday August 31, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. 
 In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting memorials to the 
Stockton Food pantry or to Victory in the Valley, Wichita, KS at 
victoryinthevalley.org* and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 North First, Stockton, KS 67669.
 *Victory in the Valley is where Val received support and care during her treatments for cancer.
 Proverbs 31:25 : She is Clothed in Strength &amp; Dignity and She Laughs Without Fear of the Future

Ila Belle Hoar

Ann Marie (Pieschl) Swander, 58, of Sylvan Grove, Kansas and formerly of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021.&nbsp;

Ann was born October 30, 1962 in Liberal, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Michael and Jeanette (Dreiling) Pieschl.&nbsp; She grew up in Salina, Kansas and graduated from Sacred Heart High School.&nbsp; She then attended and obtained a degree from Wichita State University in Dental Hygiene.&nbsp;

Ann was united in marriage to Fred Lee Swander on September 13, 1986 in Salina.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters; Jessica and Molly.&nbsp; They made their home in Salina for over 35 years before moving close to Wilson Lake, her happy place.

Ann was a Registered Dental Hygienist for Dr. Brian Schaulis in Salina for over 30 years.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading, Gumping (mowing), cooking and was a proud Master Angler.&nbsp; Her greatest joy was being able to play with her grandbabies.

Ann’s surviving family include her husband of 34 years, Fred of the home; daughters, Jessica Mader (Gabe) of Lenexa, Kansas and Molly Tormey (Chad) of Valley Center, Kansas; brother, Tony Pieschl (Pat) of Wichita, Kansas; sister, Susan Lynn Anthony of Virginia; three grandchildren, Norah Mader, Declan Mader and Reid Tormey.

Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of a celebration of life, please send any memories, stories or messages to <a href="mailto:RememberingAnnieSwander@Gmail.com">RememberingAnnieSwander@Gmail.com</a>&nbsp; or swing by the lake sometime for a beer. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent in care of the family for memorials designated at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Ann Marie (Pieschl) Swander, 58, of Sylvan Grove, Kansas and formerly of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021.&nbsp;Ann was born October 30, 1962 in Liberal, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the daughter of Michael and Jeanette (Dreiling) Pieschl.&nbsp; She grew up in Salina, Kansas and graduated from Sacred Heart High School.&nbsp; She then attended and obtained a degree from Wichita State University in Dental Hygiene.&nbsp;Ann was united in marriage to Fred Lee Swander on September 13, 1986 in Salina.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two daughters; Jessica and Molly.&nbsp; They made their home in Salina for over 35 years before moving close to Wilson Lake, her happy place.Ann was a Registered Dental Hygienist for Dr. Brian Schaulis in Salina for over 30 years.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading, Gumping (mowing), cooking and was a proud Master Angler.&nbsp; Her greatest joy was being able to play with her grandbabies.Ann’s surviving family include her husband of 34 years, Fred of the home; daughters, Jessica Mader (Gabe) of Lenexa, Kansas and Molly Tormey (Chad) of Valley Center, Kansas; brother, Tony Pieschl (Pat) of Wichita, Kansas; sister, Susan Lynn Anthony of Virginia; three grandchildren, Norah Mader, Declan Mader and Reid Tormey.Ann was preceded in death by her mother.Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of a celebration of life, please send any memories, stories or messages to <a href="mailto:RememberingAnnieSwander@Gmail.com">RememberingAnnieSwander@Gmail.com</a>&nbsp; or swing by the lake sometime for a beer. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent in care of the family for memorials designated at a later date.Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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