Ronald J. "Ron" Molzahn, 76, Minot, died Thursday, July 29, 2021, in a Minot Hospital.
 Ronald was born February 4, 1945, in Lubbock, Texas to Joe and Ethel
 (True) Molzahn. He grew up in Norton, Kansas, and graduated from Norton
 Community High School with the Class of 1963. He attended trade school 
in Denver, CO and found employment for a couple of years prior to 
returning home to Norton.
 Ron was once married to Dixie Ives of Stockton, Kansas. From this union 2 sons were born.
 Ronald enlisted into the US Air Force on March 9, 1966. He was 
stationed throughout the Pacific Region during his 20 year career that 
also included a five year tour of duty at the Minot Air Force Base. He 
was honorably discharged in 1986 and remained in the Magic City.
 Ron was united in marriage to Marlene (Kalk) Breding on July 31, 
1987, in Minot. They called Minot home as they shared their love and 
family.
 Ron followed his military career with employment at Heller 
Automotive Service, Western Auto and Carquest (Minot Automotive Supply).
 In November of 2011, Ron started his own automotive repair business, 
Ron’s Mechanic Services. He operated the business from 2011 until July 
23, 2021.
 Ron was an active member of Trinity Evangelical Free Church, the 
Minot American Legion, Minot Rifle and Pistol Club and the NRA. Ron 
enjoyed bowling and time spent in the outdoors hunting and fishing. He 
valued Community service.
 Ron is survived by: his loving wife of nearly 34 years, Minot, son,
 Michael Molzahn of Stillwater, OK and Brian Molzahn of Wagoner, OK; 
Marlene’s children to include: Don (Mary) Breding of Playa DelRey, CA, 
Kandis Breding of Bottineau, ND, Kimberly (Ruelle) (Darryl) Papineau of 
Ft Collins, CO, Robb (Pam) Breding of Prior Lake, MN and Jason (Annie) 
Breding of Urbandale, IA; 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
 Ron was preceded in death by his parents.

<a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Ron-J-Molzahn?obId=21873303#/celebrationWall">Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.</a>

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ronald J. "Ron" Molzahn, 76, Minot, died Thursday, July 29, 2021, in a Minot Hospital.
 Ronald was born February 4, 1945, in Lubbock, Texas to Joe and Ethel
 (True) Molzahn. He grew up in Norton, Kansas, and graduated from Norton
 Community High School with the Class of 1963. He attended trade school 
in Denver, CO and found employment for a couple of years prior to 
returning home to Norton.
 Ron was once married to Dixie Ives of Stockton, Kansas. From this union 2 sons were born.
 Ronald enlisted into the US Air Force on March 9, 1966. He was 
stationed throughout the Pacific Region during his 20 year career that 
also included a five year tour of duty at the Minot Air Force Base. He 
was honorably discharged in 1986 and remained in the Magic City.
 Ron was united in marriage to Marlene (Kalk) Breding on July 31, 
1987, in Minot. They called Minot home as they shared their love and 
family.
 Ron followed his military career with employment at Heller 
Automotive Service, Western Auto and Carquest (Minot Automotive Supply).
 In November of 2011, Ron started his own automotive repair business, 
Ron’s Mechanic Services. He operated the business from 2011 until July 
23, 2021.
 Ron was an active member of Trinity Evangelical Free Church, the 
Minot American Legion, Minot Rifle and Pistol Club and the NRA. Ron 
enjoyed bowling and time spent in the outdoors hunting and fishing. He 
valued Community service.
 Ron is survived by: his loving wife of nearly 34 years, Minot, son,
 Michael Molzahn of Stillwater, OK and Brian Molzahn of Wagoner, OK; 
Marlene’s children to include: Don (Mary) Breding of Playa DelRey, CA, 
Kandis Breding of Bottineau, ND, Kimberly (Ruelle) (Darryl) Papineau of 
Ft Collins, CO, Robb (Pam) Breding of Prior Lake, MN and Jason (Annie) 
Breding of Urbandale, IA; 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
 Ron was preceded in death by his parents.<a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Ron-J-Molzahn?obId=21873303#/celebrationWall">Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.</a>

Ronald J. ‘Ron’ Molzahn

Monday, November 11th, 1929-Friday, July 30th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Monday, November 11th, 1929-Friday, July 30th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Lola Mae Griffin (Parsons)

Saturday, November 9th, 1935-Friday, July 30th, 2021

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/reta-hawkins/4682044/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Saturday, November 9th, 1935-Friday, July 30th, 2021An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/reta-hawkins/4682044/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Reta Hawkins (Cody)

Clarence Floyd Kahle, 93, of Winona, died Wednesday, July 29, 2021, at 
The Logan County Hospital, in Oakley, KS. He was born November 15, 1927,
 in rural Logan County, KS. Clarence attended Winona Community School 
until his 8th grade. 

From this time on, farming and ranching were his 
life. On August 10, 1947, he was united in marriage with Patsy Babst. 
They celebrated 70 years of marriage. They always enjoyed the yearly 
summer vacations to the mountains or sightseeing in different states. 
Clarence was a hard worker all his life. His motto to life was “Never 
retire and if you do, you gotta keep busy.” In his younger years he and 
Patsy ran a dairy farm. Clarence always had a herd of cattle to attend 
to up until the past few years. He enjoyed being out in the fields 
farming or just driving around looking at the farm ground. Farming was 
the normal topic of conversation, until grandkids came along and then 
they were each made to feel very special. He loved old westerns, Dr. 
Pepper, ice cream before bed and going to the station in Winona daily. 
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy; parents; Harvey Kahle and 
Grace (Myers) Council, step-father, A. Dewey Council; brother; Roscoe 
Kahle; step-brother; Dewey Council, Jr.; brother-in law, Richard Babst 
and sisters-in-law, Margaret Kahle, Phyllis Council and Hazel Elaine 
Babst. 
Clarence is survived by his children, Kim (John) Bruggeman, of Hoxie, KS
 and Kurt (Pam) Kahle, of Monument KS; seven grandchildren, Jason 
(Natalie) Horinek, of Kidder, MO, Cory Horinek, of Topeka, ReChelle 
Horinek (Dusty Spresser), of Selden, Russ (Angie) Kahle, of Oakley, 
Nathan Horinek, of Goodland, Evan (Kristy) Kahle, of Monument and Grant 
(Sharaya) Kahle, of Winona; great-grandchildren, Ashley (Jesse) Miller, 
of Rexford, Emily Smith (Andy DeGroot), of Olathe, Hayden (Kelsy) 
Horinek, of Gallatin, MO, Ryley (Caroline) Horinek, of Hamilton, MO, 
Chase (Gabi) Kennedy, of Hoxie, Lane Horinek, of Kidder, MO, Jared 
Kennedy, of Hoxie, Samantha Van House, of LaVista, NE, Dominic Palmeri, 
of Manhattan, Cole Horinek, of Topeka, Aubriella Horinek, of Goodland, 
Jayde, Parker and Collins Kahle, of Oakley, Brynlee, Piersyn and Hadlee 
Kahle, of Monument, and Regan Kahle, of Winona, and four great-great 
grandchildren; Maddilyn and Marcus Miller, of Rexford, Bennett Horinek, 
of Hamilton, MO and Alec Horinek, of Gallatin MO. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Baalmann Mortuary,
 Oakley. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at the
 United Methodist Church, Winona, with burial in the Winona Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to the church and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. 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>Clarence Floyd Kahle, 93, of Winona, died Wednesday, July 29, 2021, at 
The Logan County Hospital, in Oakley, KS. He was born November 15, 1927,
 in rural Logan County, KS. Clarence attended Winona Community School 
until his 8th grade. From this time on, farming and ranching were his 
life. On August 10, 1947, he was united in marriage with Patsy Babst. 
They celebrated 70 years of marriage. They always enjoyed the yearly 
summer vacations to the mountains or sightseeing in different states. 
Clarence was a hard worker all his life. His motto to life was “Never 
retire and if you do, you gotta keep busy.” In his younger years he and 
Patsy ran a dairy farm. Clarence always had a herd of cattle to attend 
to up until the past few years. He enjoyed being out in the fields 
farming or just driving around looking at the farm ground. Farming was 
the normal topic of conversation, until grandkids came along and then 
they were each made to feel very special. He loved old westerns, Dr. 
Pepper, ice cream before bed and going to the station in Winona daily. 
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy; parents; Harvey Kahle and 
Grace (Myers) Council, step-father, A. Dewey Council; brother; Roscoe 
Kahle; step-brother; Dewey Council, Jr.; brother-in law, Richard Babst 
and sisters-in-law, Margaret Kahle, Phyllis Council and Hazel Elaine 
Babst. 
Clarence is survived by his children, Kim (John) Bruggeman, of Hoxie, KS
 and Kurt (Pam) Kahle, of Monument KS; seven grandchildren, Jason 
(Natalie) Horinek, of Kidder, MO, Cory Horinek, of Topeka, ReChelle 
Horinek (Dusty Spresser), of Selden, Russ (Angie) Kahle, of Oakley, 
Nathan Horinek, of Goodland, Evan (Kristy) Kahle, of Monument and Grant 
(Sharaya) Kahle, of Winona; great-grandchildren, Ashley (Jesse) Miller, 
of Rexford, Emily Smith (Andy DeGroot), of Olathe, Hayden (Kelsy) 
Horinek, of Gallatin, MO, Ryley (Caroline) Horinek, of Hamilton, MO, 
Chase (Gabi) Kennedy, of Hoxie, Lane Horinek, of Kidder, MO, Jared 
Kennedy, of Hoxie, Samantha Van House, of LaVista, NE, Dominic Palmeri, 
of Manhattan, Cole Horinek, of Topeka, Aubriella Horinek, of Goodland, 
Jayde, Parker and Collins Kahle, of Oakley, Brynlee, Piersyn and Hadlee 
Kahle, of Monument, and Regan Kahle, of Winona, and four great-great 
grandchildren; Maddilyn and Marcus Miller, of Rexford, Bennett Horinek, 
of Hamilton, MO and Alec Horinek, of Gallatin MO. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Baalmann Mortuary,
 Oakley. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at the
 United Methodist Church, Winona, with burial in the Winona Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to the church and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Clarence Floyd Kahle

Todd John Kuhlman, 49, of Oakley, died July 28, 2021. He was born July 
10, 1972, in Colby, KS, to Larry and Nancy (Seele) Kuhlman. Todd grew up
 on the family farm and graduated from Oakley High School in 1990. He 
then served in the United States Marines from 1990-1995. Todd worked in 
construction and was a truck driver. He married Sherri Denton on 
September 12, 1997. Todd was a lifetime member of the Oakley VFW, a 3rd 
degree member of the Knights of Columbus, member of the Tri-State 
Coalition of Concerned Motorcyclists and ABATE of KS and was beginning 
the process to become a Mason. In his spare time, Todd loved riding 
motorcycles, bowling with his cousin Ben, doing wood working projects, 
being around friends, hogging the couch and watching TV. He was a 
certified wrestling referee and enjoyed umpiring softball and baseball. 
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry Kuhlman and Art and Darlene Seele. 
Todd is survived by Sherri; his daughter Tori Kuhlman and their beloved 
pets, of the home; daughter, Kassandra (Brent) Johnston and grandsons, 
Landon and Cole Johnston, of Rexford; parents, Larry and Nancy Kuhlman; 
brother Tony (April) Kuhlman; grandmother Mildred Kuhlman and numerous 
other family members and friends. 
The family will receive friends from 4-6:00 p.m. Sunday, August 1, 2021,
 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oakley, with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m. A 
Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021, at 
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oakley. Memorials may be made to the Tori 
Kuhlman College Fund or ABATE District 13 and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. 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>Todd John Kuhlman, 49, of Oakley, died July 28, 2021. He was born July 
10, 1972, in Colby, KS, to Larry and Nancy (Seele) Kuhlman. Todd grew up
 on the family farm and graduated from Oakley High School in 1990. He 
then served in the United States Marines from 1990-1995. Todd worked in 
construction and was a truck driver. He married Sherri Denton on 
September 12, 1997. Todd was a lifetime member of the Oakley VFW, a 3rd 
degree member of the Knights of Columbus, member of the Tri-State 
Coalition of Concerned Motorcyclists and ABATE of KS and was beginning 
the process to become a Mason. In his spare time, Todd loved riding 
motorcycles, bowling with his cousin Ben, doing wood working projects, 
being around friends, hogging the couch and watching TV. He was a 
certified wrestling referee and enjoyed umpiring softball and baseball. 
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry Kuhlman and Art and Darlene Seele. 
Todd is survived by Sherri; his daughter Tori Kuhlman and their beloved 
pets, of the home; daughter, Kassandra (Brent) Johnston and grandsons, 
Landon and Cole Johnston, of Rexford; parents, Larry and Nancy Kuhlman; 
brother Tony (April) Kuhlman; grandmother Mildred Kuhlman and numerous 
other family members and friends. 
The family will receive friends from 4-6:00 p.m. Sunday, August 1, 2021,
 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oakley, with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m. A 
Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021, at 
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oakley. Memorials may be made to the Tori 
Kuhlman College Fund or ABATE District 13 and sent in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information or condolences 
visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Todd John Kuhlman

Fern Ruth (Wire) Steinle, 90, of Dorrance, Kansas, passed away on 
Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell, 
Kansas.
 She was born on June 18, 1931, in Dorrance, the daughter of Freda 
Anna (Janne) Wire and Claude Leo Wire. She grew up on the family farm 
south of Dorrance and graduated from Dorrance High School. After 
graduation on September 17, 1949, she married Melvin H. Steinle of 
Dorrance. They shared 53 years of marriage and Melvin preceded her in 
death in November 2002. 
 Fern was a devoted resident of the Dorrance Community and member of 
the Dorrance Lutheran Church. At the church she taught Catechism, was 
President of the Church Council for 12 years, sang in the choir, was a 
member of the ELCA women’s group and had other duties as requested of 
her. Her faith in Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior was shared and 
celebrated by her works and witness in this church. Most of her adult 
life she worked outside of the home.
 Fern is survived by her children, Barbara (Roy) Trickle of Basehor, 
KS and Alan Steinle of Dorrance, KS; granddaughter, Jenny (Loren) Jantz 
of Trophy Club, TX; two great-granddaughters, Payton and Kenzie Jantz of
 Trophy Club, TX; brothers, Robert (Dorothy) Wire and Theodore (Barbara)
 Wire; brother-in-law Dean (Janet) Steinle of Kimberling City, MO; and 
other extended family she loved dearly, including many nieces and 
nephews and great nieces and nephews.
 She is preceded in death by her parents; Freda and Claude Wire; 
sisters, Nadine (Don) Alexander and Erma (Harry) Cikanek; and 
sister-in-law, Vera Luker.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 2, 2021, at the 
First Lutheran Church in Dorrance starting at 10:30 AM. Visitation will 
be held on Sunday at the funeral home in Wilson from 2 PM to 8 PM.
 In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Dorrance Lutheran
 Church or to the Wilson Senior Center and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

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 </figure>Fern Ruth (Wire) Steinle, 90, of Dorrance, Kansas, passed away on 
Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell, 
Kansas.
 She was born on June 18, 1931, in Dorrance, the daughter of Freda 
Anna (Janne) Wire and Claude Leo Wire. She grew up on the family farm 
south of Dorrance and graduated from Dorrance High School. After 
graduation on September 17, 1949, she married Melvin H. Steinle of 
Dorrance. They shared 53 years of marriage and Melvin preceded her in 
death in November 2002. 
 Fern was a devoted resident of the Dorrance Community and member of 
the Dorrance Lutheran Church. At the church she taught Catechism, was 
President of the Church Council for 12 years, sang in the choir, was a 
member of the ELCA women’s group and had other duties as requested of 
her. Her faith in Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior was shared and 
celebrated by her works and witness in this church. Most of her adult 
life she worked outside of the home.
 Fern is survived by her children, Barbara (Roy) Trickle of Basehor, 
KS and Alan Steinle of Dorrance, KS; granddaughter, Jenny (Loren) Jantz 
of Trophy Club, TX; two great-granddaughters, Payton and Kenzie Jantz of
 Trophy Club, TX; brothers, Robert (Dorothy) Wire and Theodore (Barbara)
 Wire; brother-in-law Dean (Janet) Steinle of Kimberling City, MO; and 
other extended family she loved dearly, including many nieces and 
nephews and great nieces and nephews.
 She is preceded in death by her parents; Freda and Claude Wire; 
sisters, Nadine (Don) Alexander and Erma (Harry) Cikanek; and 
sister-in-law, Vera Luker.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 2, 2021, at the 
First Lutheran Church in Dorrance starting at 10:30 AM. Visitation will 
be held on Sunday at the funeral home in Wilson from 2 PM to 8 PM.
 In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Dorrance Lutheran
 Church or to the Wilson Senior Center and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

Fern Ruth Steinle

November 24, 1952
 -
 July 30, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

November 24, 1952
 -
 July 30, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Mark Eber Kollman

Shirley (Coker) Stein, 88, died Thursday, July 29, 2021 at the Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.

Shirley was born the daughter of Walter and Anna (Fercking) Coker on 
February 1, 1933 in Ness City, Kansas, where she also graduated high 
school.&nbsp; She later married Melvin J. Stein on November 3,1953 in Ness 
City and moved to Spearville, where she became a lifelong resident.&nbsp; She
 devoted her life to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great 
grandmother.&nbsp; In retirement she enjoyed working at the Spearville 
Mercantile, creating the most beautiful embroidery and much beloved baby
 blankets and quilts for all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Shirley was a very active member of St. John Baptist Church where she
 volunteered for various duties including eucharistic minister, rosary 
leader, prayer chain member and funeral dinner volunteer.&nbsp; She was a 
member of the Daughters of Isabella, the Happy Knot Tiers and a 
volunteer driver assisting others in the community.&nbsp; She was a valued 
blood donor for the American Red Cross where she donated 102 pints.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,
 Melvin in 2011, 3 sisters, Helen Schraeder, Rebecca Kolbeck and Phyllis
 Schuette, 4 brothers, Raymond, Martin, John, and Donald Coker and 2 
grandchildren-in-law, Roch Miller II and Taylor Stein.

She will be greatly missed by her children and grandchildren, Anita 
(Bruce) Luehring, Derby, KS, Heather (Ely) Fletcher, Corpus Christi, TX,
 Holly (Jeremy) King, Wichita, KS; Ron Stein, Spearville, KS, Cory 
(Melanie) Stein, Lenexa, KS, Clinton (Devon) Stein, Wichita, KS; Sara 
Stein, Robert H. Billick II and James (Anna Wills) Billick all of 
Monessen, PA; Kelly (Rita) Stein Spearville, KS, Jason (Rebecca) Stein, 
Hays, KS, Jeremy (Ashley) Stein, Spearville, KS, Renee Miller, Great 
Bend, KS, Adam (Raven) Stein, Spearville, KS; Steve (Connie) Stein, Ryan
 (Bonnie) Stein all of Ulysses, KS, Tonya (Matthew) Sholar, Topeka, KS, 
Kady (Keith) Jackson, Ulysses, KS, Jacob (Tina) Stein, Wichita, KS; 
Diane Stein, Colorado Springs, Co; Judy (Troy) Hagaman, Brandon (Martha 
Adams) Hagaman, Bryce Hagaman all of Flower Mound, TX; Nancy (Dave) 
Bachynski, Columbia, MO, Zachary Bachynski, York, PA, Nathan Bachynski, 
Arlington, VA; Melvin (Brandi) Stein, Spearville, Ks, Mitchell Stein, 
Wright, KS, Caleb Stein, Des Moines, IA, Calista Stein, Jetmore, KS, 
Braeden Simon-Eccleston and Quinlan Simon-Eccleston, Spearville, KS; 
David (Shawn) Stein, Spearville, KS, Jaymi (Todd) Unruh, Lehi, UT, 
Lynsie (AJ) Horton, Weston (Brandy) Stein and Alyson Stein all of 
Spearville, KS; Shirley (Howard) Jones, Colwich, KS, Jessica Jones, Rose
 Hill, KS, Tyler (Kaylee) Jones and Desyrae Jones all of Colwich, KS; 
along with 36 great grandchildren and the three on the way; her 
siblings, Francis Wendler, Walter Coker, Doug Coker and Margaret Rohr; 
sisters-in-law, Gail Coker-Carr, Myra Coker and Patty Coker, Sister 
RoseMary Stein O.P.; and brother-in-law, Don (Mary) Stein.

Visitation will be Monday August 2 from noon to 4:00 pm at Ziegler 
Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; Vigil service and Daughters of Isabella 
rosary will follow at 7:00 pm, St. John the Baptist Church, Spearville.&nbsp;
 Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am Tuesday at the church with Fr. John 
Forkuoh presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Spearville.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Southwind at Spearville in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Shirley (Coker) Stein, 88, died Thursday, July 29, 2021 at the Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.Shirley was born the daughter of Walter and Anna (Fercking) Coker on 
February 1, 1933 in Ness City, Kansas, where she also graduated high 
school.&nbsp; She later married Melvin J. Stein on November 3,1953 in Ness 
City and moved to Spearville, where she became a lifelong resident.&nbsp; She
 devoted her life to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great 
grandmother.&nbsp; In retirement she enjoyed working at the Spearville 
Mercantile, creating the most beautiful embroidery and much beloved baby
 blankets and quilts for all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Shirley was a very active member of St. John Baptist Church where she
 volunteered for various duties including eucharistic minister, rosary 
leader, prayer chain member and funeral dinner volunteer.&nbsp; She was a 
member of the Daughters of Isabella, the Happy Knot Tiers and a 
volunteer driver assisting others in the community.&nbsp; She was a valued 
blood donor for the American Red Cross where she donated 102 pints.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,
 Melvin in 2011, 3 sisters, Helen Schraeder, Rebecca Kolbeck and Phyllis
 Schuette, 4 brothers, Raymond, Martin, John, and Donald Coker and 2 
grandchildren-in-law, Roch Miller II and Taylor Stein.She will be greatly missed by her children and grandchildren, Anita 
(Bruce) Luehring, Derby, KS, Heather (Ely) Fletcher, Corpus Christi, TX,
 Holly (Jeremy) King, Wichita, KS; Ron Stein, Spearville, KS, Cory 
(Melanie) Stein, Lenexa, KS, Clinton (Devon) Stein, Wichita, KS; Sara 
Stein, Robert H. Billick II and James (Anna Wills) Billick all of 
Monessen, PA; Kelly (Rita) Stein Spearville, KS, Jason (Rebecca) Stein, 
Hays, KS, Jeremy (Ashley) Stein, Spearville, KS, Renee Miller, Great 
Bend, KS, Adam (Raven) Stein, Spearville, KS; Steve (Connie) Stein, Ryan
 (Bonnie) Stein all of Ulysses, KS, Tonya (Matthew) Sholar, Topeka, KS, 
Kady (Keith) Jackson, Ulysses, KS, Jacob (Tina) Stein, Wichita, KS; 
Diane Stein, Colorado Springs, Co; Judy (Troy) Hagaman, Brandon (Martha 
Adams) Hagaman, Bryce Hagaman all of Flower Mound, TX; Nancy (Dave) 
Bachynski, Columbia, MO, Zachary Bachynski, York, PA, Nathan Bachynski, 
Arlington, VA; Melvin (Brandi) Stein, Spearville, Ks, Mitchell Stein, 
Wright, KS, Caleb Stein, Des Moines, IA, Calista Stein, Jetmore, KS, 
Braeden Simon-Eccleston and Quinlan Simon-Eccleston, Spearville, KS; 
David (Shawn) Stein, Spearville, KS, Jaymi (Todd) Unruh, Lehi, UT, 
Lynsie (AJ) Horton, Weston (Brandy) Stein and Alyson Stein all of 
Spearville, KS; Shirley (Howard) Jones, Colwich, KS, Jessica Jones, Rose
 Hill, KS, Tyler (Kaylee) Jones and Desyrae Jones all of Colwich, KS; 
along with 36 great grandchildren and the three on the way; her 
siblings, Francis Wendler, Walter Coker, Doug Coker and Margaret Rohr; 
sisters-in-law, Gail Coker-Carr, Myra Coker and Patty Coker, Sister 
RoseMary Stein O.P.; and brother-in-law, Don (Mary) Stein.Visitation will be Monday August 2 from noon to 4:00 pm at Ziegler 
Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; Vigil service and Daughters of Isabella 
rosary will follow at 7:00 pm, St. John the Baptist Church, Spearville.&nbsp;
 Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am Tuesday at the church with Fr. John 
Forkuoh presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Spearville.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Southwind at Spearville in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Shirley (Coker) Stein

Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui, 64, of Dighton, Kansas, passed away 
Saturday, July 24, 2021, at the Ascension Via Christi St. Francis 
Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on June 8, 1957, in Topeka, 
Kansas, the third child of Frank and Bertha (Johnson) Zelfer.

Nancy’s childhood was spent growing up in Emmett, Kansas before 
moving to Goodland, Kansas with her family. She then attended school in 
Brewster, Kansas, graduating in 1976. She later met the love of her 
life, Frank, in Goodland, while he was attending Vo-Tech. Frank began 
working in Dighton for the telephone company in 1979; they called 
Dighton home. On September 6, 1982, Nancy married Franklin “Frank” Keana
 Opunui in Ness City, Kansas. This union continued until his passing on 
January 7, 2021.&nbsp;

Nancy was a member of the First Christian Church in Dighton. She was a
 devoted homemaker and helped care for many ladies over the years, in 
town. She loved socializing at the Kwik Shop and was one to always find 
the best garage sales in the area. Nancy was known for her collection of
 Santas, which were&nbsp;more than 300 collected, and loved showing them off.
 She loved driving around in her green “Kermit” car. She didn’t get her 
driver's license until after she was 40 years old. Nancy always wanted 
to know what her nieces and nephews were up to; as she liked to brag 
about them to her friends and family.&nbsp;

Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and brother, Otis Zelfer.

Nancy leaves behind her siblings, Tom (Deloris) Zelfer, of 
Grainfield, Kansas, Peggy (Kenneth) Richmeier, of Hays, Kansas, Kelly 
(Julie) Zelfer, of New Rockford, North Dakota, and Sam (Diane) Zelfer, 
of Goodland, Kansas; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, 
one great-great-nephew; and many other family and friends.&nbsp;

A private family burial service will take place at a later date in 
Goodland, Kansas for both Nancy and Frank. Memorials may be given to 
Nancy Opunui Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO 
Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627757618976.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui, 64, of Dighton, Kansas, passed away 
Saturday, July 24, 2021, at the Ascension Via Christi St. Francis 
Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. She was born on June 8, 1957, in Topeka, 
Kansas, the third child of Frank and Bertha (Johnson) Zelfer.Nancy’s childhood was spent growing up in Emmett, Kansas before 
moving to Goodland, Kansas with her family. She then attended school in 
Brewster, Kansas, graduating in 1976. She later met the love of her 
life, Frank, in Goodland, while he was attending Vo-Tech. Frank began 
working in Dighton for the telephone company in 1979; they called 
Dighton home. On September 6, 1982, Nancy married Franklin “Frank” Keana
 Opunui in Ness City, Kansas. This union continued until his passing on 
January 7, 2021.&nbsp;Nancy was a member of the First Christian Church in Dighton. She was a
 devoted homemaker and helped care for many ladies over the years, in 
town. She loved socializing at the Kwik Shop and was one to always find 
the best garage sales in the area. Nancy was known for her collection of
 Santas, which were&nbsp;more than 300 collected, and loved showing them off.
 She loved driving around in her green “Kermit” car. She didn’t get her 
driver's license until after she was 40 years old. Nancy always wanted 
to know what her nieces and nephews were up to; as she liked to brag 
about them to her friends and family.&nbsp;Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and brother, Otis Zelfer.Nancy leaves behind her siblings, Tom (Deloris) Zelfer, of 
Grainfield, Kansas, Peggy (Kenneth) Richmeier, of Hays, Kansas, Kelly 
(Julie) Zelfer, of New Rockford, North Dakota, and Sam (Diane) Zelfer, 
of Goodland, Kansas; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, 
one great-great-nephew; and many other family and friends.&nbsp;A private family burial service will take place at a later date in 
Goodland, Kansas for both Nancy and Frank. Memorials may be given to 
Nancy Opunui Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO 
Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui

Jerry L. Reese, 88, died Thursday July 29, 2021 at his home in Garden City. Jerry was born on Feb. 24, 1933 at the family home in Copeland to Victor E. and Jenny Marie (Sommerville) Reese. Jerry attended and graduated from the local schools and went on to serve in the Army. On Nov. 9, 1957, he married Sonya Unruh. Jerry and Sonya farmed near Copeland until 1984 when they moved to Johnson. In 1990, they moved to Garden City where he worked for the maintenance department at IBP. Jerry was undeniably hardworking and stubborn. He was an avid crossword player, witty and fun-loving; remembered by his family for being quite the character. He enjoyed taking vacations and camping, doing anything outdoors. In his spare time he refereed various leagues and was a fan of all sports. Above all Jerry loved his family dearly. He is survived by his children- Deborah Wells (Steve Flynn) of Le Mars, Iowa, Sherry Perkins of Garden City, Becky (Koll) Graybill of Copeland, Kevin (Jodi) Reese of Carroll, Iowa. Grandchildren- Prior Wells, Randy Moody, Kyle Rutledge, Justin Long, KT Graybill, Callie Graybill, and Angela Perkins. Siblings- Roger Reese, Barbara Downing, and Victor Reese. Along with numerous great-grandchildren and extended family. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, wife- Sonya, three brothers, two sisters, and granddaughter- Sonni Rutledge. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021 at the Copeland United Methodist Church in Copeland, with Pastor Doug Harris officiating. Burial will follow in the Copeland Cemetery with graveside rites by the District #8 American Legion Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Legion in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted by visiting <a href="http://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com">www.garnandfuneralhomes.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627683358493.png" alt="Jerry L. Reese" />
 <figcaption>Jerry L. Reese</figcaption>
 </figure>Jerry L. Reese, 88, died Thursday July 29, 2021 at his home in Garden City. Jerry was born on Feb. 24, 1933 at the family home in Copeland to Victor E. and Jenny Marie (Sommerville) Reese. Jerry attended and graduated from the local schools and went on to serve in the Army. On Nov. 9, 1957, he married Sonya Unruh. Jerry and Sonya farmed near Copeland until 1984 when they moved to Johnson. In 1990, they moved to Garden City where he worked for the maintenance department at IBP. Jerry was undeniably hardworking and stubborn. He was an avid crossword player, witty and fun-loving; remembered by his family for being quite the character. He enjoyed taking vacations and camping, doing anything outdoors. In his spare time he refereed various leagues and was a fan of all sports. Above all Jerry loved his family dearly. He is survived by his children- Deborah Wells (Steve Flynn) of Le Mars, Iowa, Sherry Perkins of Garden City, Becky (Koll) Graybill of Copeland, Kevin (Jodi) Reese of Carroll, Iowa. Grandchildren- Prior Wells, Randy Moody, Kyle Rutledge, Justin Long, KT Graybill, Callie Graybill, and Angela Perkins. Siblings- Roger Reese, Barbara Downing, and Victor Reese. Along with numerous great-grandchildren and extended family. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, wife- Sonya, three brothers, two sisters, and granddaughter- Sonni Rutledge. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021 at the Copeland United Methodist Church in Copeland, with Pastor Doug Harris officiating. Burial will follow in the Copeland Cemetery with graveside rites by the District #8 American Legion Honor Guard.Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Legion in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted by visiting <a href="http://www.garnandfuneralhomes.com">www.garnandfuneralhomes.com</a>.

Jerry L. Reese

Longtime Goodland resident Mark DeWayne Bantam, 62, passed away at his home in Goodland on Thursday, July 29, 2021.

Mark was born at Ramstein Air Force Base in Heidelberg, Germany on Dec. 7, 1959 to Jerry D. and Donna (Breathouwer) Bantam.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; Mark attended school in Norton and graduated from Norton High School in 1978.

Mark had a love for flying and was an agricultural spray pilot for most of his life.&nbsp; He enjoyed cooking, fishing, long-range marksmanship, woodworking, sprint car racing and off-roading. &nbsp;His larger than life presence and selflessness touched many lives. Mark will be truly missed among his family and friends.&nbsp;

Preceding him in death was his father Jerry, his paternal and maternal grandparents and one nephew, Ryan Bantam.

Surviving family includes his mother Donna Bantam of Norton; his significant other Marla Allen of Goodland; his son Joshua (Stephanie) Bantam of Wichita, two brothers; Michael (Patti) Bantam of Boise, Idaho, and Randy Bantam of Norton; two grandchildren Gavin and Shelby Bantam; one uncle Fred Lindenmeyer of Wichita; many cousins and a host of friends.

Please note, the burial in Norton is at 4 p.m. central time.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627682747711.jpeg" alt="Mark DeWayne Bantam" />
 <figcaption>Mark DeWayne Bantam</figcaption>
 </figure>Longtime Goodland resident Mark DeWayne Bantam, 62, passed away at his home in Goodland on Thursday, July 29, 2021.Mark was born at Ramstein Air Force Base in Heidelberg, Germany on Dec. 7, 1959 to Jerry D. and Donna (Breathouwer) Bantam.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; Mark attended school in Norton and graduated from Norton High School in 1978.Mark had a love for flying and was an agricultural spray pilot for most of his life.&nbsp; He enjoyed cooking, fishing, long-range marksmanship, woodworking, sprint car racing and off-roading. &nbsp;His larger than life presence and selflessness touched many lives. Mark will be truly missed among his family and friends.&nbsp;Preceding him in death was his father Jerry, his paternal and maternal grandparents and one nephew, Ryan Bantam.Surviving family includes his mother Donna Bantam of Norton; his significant other Marla Allen of Goodland; his son Joshua (Stephanie) Bantam of Wichita, two brothers; Michael (Patti) Bantam of Boise, Idaho, and Randy Bantam of Norton; two grandchildren Gavin and Shelby Bantam; one uncle Fred Lindenmeyer of Wichita; many cousins and a host of friends.Please note, the burial in Norton is at 4 p.m. central time.

Mark DeWayne Bantam

Service and obituary are pending with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/">Stinemetz Funeral Home.</a>

April 6, 1933 - July 29, 2021Service and obituary are pending with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/">Stinemetz Funeral Home.</a>

 Ross Dee Larcom

Pamela Kathryn (Schmidt) Shaffer – age 73, died Thursday, July 29, 2021 at her home in Hays.

She was born April 15, 1948, in Hays, the daughter of Felix and Angela (Beilman) Schmidt.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Thomas A. Schmidt; and sister, Phyllis A. Schmidt.

She is survived by her husband, Warren Shaffer, of the home; son, Zachary Shaffer and wife, Jaxinta, of Phoenix; daughter, Leah Shaffer and her husband, Benjamin Priess, of St. Charles, Mo.; sister, Sr. Judith Schmidt; sister-in-law, Doris Schmidt; sister, Marla Staab and brother-in-law, Dennis Staab; sister, Donna Schmidt and brother-in-law, Duane Coyle; grandchildren: Phoenix Muller, Ella Shaffer, Marcela Shaffer, Valentina Shaffer, Benjamin Priess, Jane Priess; goddaughter, Tessa Lindenburger; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pam grew up immersed in farm life among the Volga German community of Catharine. She excelled in academics at Marian High School in Hays. After graduation, she attended Fort Hays State University, then eventually was accepted to graduate school at the University of Arkansas, where she earned her master's and PhD in medieval English and linguistics. At the University of Arkansas in 1971, Pam met and eventually married Warren Shaffer, from Philadelphia, Pa., and the two went on to settle into their careers in Hays. Warren, as a therapist at the High Plains Mental Health Center and Pam, as instructor and eventual professor at Fort Hays State University.

Pam received tenure and went on to educate college students in a variety of courses including intro to linguistics, composition and medieval literature. She served as a writing center director for many years, helping students improve their writing and shaping future tutors.

After 36 years of teaching, she retired and began work on a book of letters from her uncle Monsignor Firmin Schmidt. The book, titled “Letters to Mary: A Missionary Writes Home from New Guinea. 1959 to 63.,” was published in 2020, and is available for purchase on Amazon or Hays local bookstores. True to form, she helped edit this obit.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, at St. Catherine Catholic Church, Catharine, Kansas with Father Earl Befort O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Burial will be in St. Catherine Cemetery.

A vigil service will be at 7 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Catherine Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: Fort Hays State University Foundation, in honor of Dr. Pamela Shaffer in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. 

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627681189454.jpeg" alt="Pamela Shaffer&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Pamela Shaffer&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Pamela Kathryn (Schmidt) Shaffer – age 73, died Thursday, July 29, 2021 at her home in Hays.She was born April 15, 1948, in Hays, the daughter of Felix and Angela (Beilman) Schmidt.She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Thomas A. Schmidt; and sister, Phyllis A. Schmidt.She is survived by her husband, Warren Shaffer, of the home; son, Zachary Shaffer and wife, Jaxinta, of Phoenix; daughter, Leah Shaffer and her husband, Benjamin Priess, of St. Charles, Mo.; sister, Sr. Judith Schmidt; sister-in-law, Doris Schmidt; sister, Marla Staab and brother-in-law, Dennis Staab; sister, Donna Schmidt and brother-in-law, Duane Coyle; grandchildren: Phoenix Muller, Ella Shaffer, Marcela Shaffer, Valentina Shaffer, Benjamin Priess, Jane Priess; goddaughter, Tessa Lindenburger; and numerous nieces and nephews.Pam grew up immersed in farm life among the Volga German community of Catharine. She excelled in academics at Marian High School in Hays. After graduation, she attended Fort Hays State University, then eventually was accepted to graduate school at the University of Arkansas, where she earned her master's and PhD in medieval English and linguistics. At the University of Arkansas in 1971, Pam met and eventually married Warren Shaffer, from Philadelphia, Pa., and the two went on to settle into their careers in Hays. Warren, as a therapist at the High Plains Mental Health Center and Pam, as instructor and eventual professor at Fort Hays State University.Pam received tenure and went on to educate college students in a variety of courses including intro to linguistics, composition and medieval literature. She served as a writing center director for many years, helping students improve their writing and shaping future tutors.After 36 years of teaching, she retired and began work on a book of letters from her uncle Monsignor Firmin Schmidt. The book, titled “Letters to Mary: A Missionary Writes Home from New Guinea. 1959 to 63.,” was published in 2020, and is available for purchase on Amazon or Hays local bookstores. True to form, she helped edit this obit.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, at St. Catherine Catholic Church, Catharine, Kansas with Father Earl Befort O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Burial will be in St. Catherine Cemetery.A vigil service will be at 7 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Catherine Catholic Church.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: Fort Hays State University Foundation, in honor of Dr. Pamela Shaffer in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Pamela Kathryn (Schmidt) Shaffer

Wanda Jean (Deges) Thyfault-Thummel of Hays died Monday, July 12, 2021 at age 72 at the Santa Marta Plaza Health Services in Olathe. She was born March 2, 1949 to Leonard and Dorothea (Engel) Deges and grew up on the family farm by Grainfield.&nbsp; She married Clarence Thyfault on Aug. 8, 1972 in Grainfield, and from this union their son, John Phillip was born.&nbsp; Clarence preceded her in death on May 28, 1979. Then Wanda married Ralph Thummel on June 5, 1987 in Hays. He preceded her in death on March 4, 2021.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Wanda graduated from Grainfield Rural High School in 1967, before earning her bachelor’s degree in sociology and elementary education in 1971, graduating with honors from Marymount College in Salina.&nbsp; She then obtained a master’s degree in elementary education in 1972, from Fort Hays State University Hays.

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Wanda had a 34-year career as an elementary school teacher in both third and&nbsp; fifth grade. She began her career as a third-grade teacher at St. Joseph’s Parochial School in Hays where she taught from 1971 to 1973, before moving to Plainville where she taught fifth grade from 1976 to 2005, (except one year of third grade).&nbsp; Mrs. “T," as students called her, possessed excellent teaching skills, knowledge and experience, which were recognized when she received the Teacher of the Year Award in Plainville in 1989, and by regularly being nominated for honors by former students.&nbsp; She was the favorite teacher of many students in Plainville and was regularly thanked by her former students for changing their lives.&nbsp; Mrs. “T” had a passion for teaching that was unmatched, caring deeply for each child, and striving to coax the most out of each child’s unique abilities. She combined toughness and high expectations with love and sincerity in a manner that helped students blossom.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; After retirement Wanda enjoyed outings with her friends, spending time with family (visiting and playing cards), reading current events and novels, knitting and completing numerous counted cross stitch projects.&nbsp; Wanda loved her family very much and was a textbook of family history and facts.&nbsp; Also, Wanda enjoyed sharing highlights about her son’s biomedical research accomplishments.&nbsp; In addition, Wanda enjoyed watching her grandsons Miles and Lincoln grow up, particularly tutoring them over the internet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Wanda and Ralph made monthly trips to see their grandsons and lavished them with love and attention.&nbsp; Although a fantastic teacher, Wanda’s favorite passion was being a grandmother.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include her son, John Thyfault and wife, Jessica, Shawnee; two grandsons, Lincoln and Miles Thyfault; one sister, Eileen Curl and husband, Don, Beaumont, Texas; and Wanda’s brother’s wife, Trudy (Thyfault) Deges, Damar; and special aunt, Esther Weber, Salina; surviving members from the Thyfault family include sisters-in-law, Pat Sis; Trudy Deges; Cathy Smee and husband John; and Mary Engel and husband Ron; surviving members from the Thummel family include brother-in-law, Mark Thummel and wife, Melinda; four sisters-in-law, May Munk; Betty Striggow; Sister Mary Joe Thummel; and Theresa Kriley; also Wanda is survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.

&nbsp; &nbsp; Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Dorothea Deges; one brother, Virgil Deges; and her husbands’, Clarence Thyfault and Ralph Thummel; and their parents.

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6, 2021 at&nbsp; Clines-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd, Hays, KS 67601. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. at the mortuary.&nbsp; A meal will follow at the Hays VFW at 3:30 p.m. followed by an inurnment at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Plainville at 5:30 p.m.

&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the “Wanda Deges Thyfault Thummel Elementary Ed Scholarship at Fort Hays State University, which will support elementary education majors dedicated to teaching in Kansas.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To give to the scholarship go to <a href="https://foundation.fhsu.edu/give">https://foundation.fhsu.edu/give</a>/; then in the “Designation Area” use the drop-down box to choose “other” and in comment box type in, “Wanda Deges Thyfault Thummel Elementary Ed Scholarship” or make payable to: Fort Hays University Foundation send in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627665857356.jpeg" alt="Wanda Thummel&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Wanda Thummel&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Wanda Jean (Deges) Thyfault-Thummel of Hays died Monday, July 12, 2021 at age 72 at the Santa Marta Plaza Health Services in Olathe. She was born March 2, 1949 to Leonard and Dorothea (Engel) Deges and grew up on the family farm by Grainfield.&nbsp; She married Clarence Thyfault on Aug. 8, 1972 in Grainfield, and from this union their son, John Phillip was born.&nbsp; Clarence preceded her in death on May 28, 1979. Then Wanda married Ralph Thummel on June 5, 1987 in Hays. He preceded her in death on March 4, 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Wanda graduated from Grainfield Rural High School in 1967, before earning her bachelor’s degree in sociology and elementary education in 1971, graduating with honors from Marymount College in Salina.&nbsp; She then obtained a master’s degree in elementary education in 1972, from Fort Hays State University Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Wanda had a 34-year career as an elementary school teacher in both third and&nbsp; fifth grade. She began her career as a third-grade teacher at St. Joseph’s Parochial School in Hays where she taught from 1971 to 1973, before moving to Plainville where she taught fifth grade from 1976 to 2005, (except one year of third grade).&nbsp; Mrs. “T," as students called her, possessed excellent teaching skills, knowledge and experience, which were recognized when she received the Teacher of the Year Award in Plainville in 1989, and by regularly being nominated for honors by former students.&nbsp; She was the favorite teacher of many students in Plainville and was regularly thanked by her former students for changing their lives.&nbsp; Mrs. “T” had a passion for teaching that was unmatched, caring deeply for each child, and striving to coax the most out of each child’s unique abilities. She combined toughness and high expectations with love and sincerity in a manner that helped students blossom.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; After retirement Wanda enjoyed outings with her friends, spending time with family (visiting and playing cards), reading current events and novels, knitting and completing numerous counted cross stitch projects.&nbsp; Wanda loved her family very much and was a textbook of family history and facts.&nbsp; Also, Wanda enjoyed sharing highlights about her son’s biomedical research accomplishments.&nbsp; In addition, Wanda enjoyed watching her grandsons Miles and Lincoln grow up, particularly tutoring them over the internet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Wanda and Ralph made monthly trips to see their grandsons and lavished them with love and attention.&nbsp; Although a fantastic teacher, Wanda’s favorite passion was being a grandmother.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Survivors include her son, John Thyfault and wife, Jessica, Shawnee; two grandsons, Lincoln and Miles Thyfault; one sister, Eileen Curl and husband, Don, Beaumont, Texas; and Wanda’s brother’s wife, Trudy (Thyfault) Deges, Damar; and special aunt, Esther Weber, Salina; surviving members from the Thyfault family include sisters-in-law, Pat Sis; Trudy Deges; Cathy Smee and husband John; and Mary Engel and husband Ron; surviving members from the Thummel family include brother-in-law, Mark Thummel and wife, Melinda; four sisters-in-law, May Munk; Betty Striggow; Sister Mary Joe Thummel; and Theresa Kriley; also Wanda is survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp; Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Dorothea Deges; one brother, Virgil Deges; and her husbands’, Clarence Thyfault and Ralph Thummel; and their parents.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6, 2021 at&nbsp; Clines-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd, Hays, KS 67601. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. at the mortuary.&nbsp; A meal will follow at the Hays VFW at 3:30 p.m. followed by an inurnment at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Plainville at 5:30 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the “Wanda Deges Thyfault Thummel Elementary Ed Scholarship at Fort Hays State University, which will support elementary education majors dedicated to teaching in Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To give to the scholarship go to <a href="https://foundation.fhsu.edu/give">https://foundation.fhsu.edu/give</a>/; then in the “Designation Area” use the drop-down box to choose “other” and in comment box type in, “Wanda Deges Thyfault Thummel Elementary Ed Scholarship” or make payable to: Fort Hays University Foundation send in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Wanda Jean (Deges) Thyfault-Thummel

Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui, 64, of Dighton, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021, at the Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She was born on June 8, 1957, in Topeka, the third child of Frank and Bertha (Johnson) Zelfer.

Nancy’s childhood was spent growing up in Emmett, before moving to Goodland with her family. She then attended school in Brewster, graduating in 1976.

She later met the love of her life, Frank, in Goodland, while he was attending vo-tech. Frank began working in Dighton for the telephone company in 1979; they called Dighton home. On Sept. 6, 1982, Nancy married Franklin “Frank” Keana Opunui in Ness City. This union continued until his passing on January 7, 2021.&nbsp;

Nancy was a member of the First Christian Church in Dighton. She was a devoted homemaker and helped care for many ladies over the years in town. She loved socializing at the Kwik Shop and was one to always find the best garage sales in the area. Nancy was known for her collection of Santas, which were&nbsp;more than 300 collected, and loved showing them off. She loved driving around in her green “Kermit” car. She didn’t get her driver's license until after she was 40 years old. Nancy always wanted to know what her nieces and nephews were up to, as she liked to brag about them to her friends and family.&nbsp;

Nancy leaves behind her siblings, Tom (Deloris) Zelfer, of Grainfield, Peggy (Kenneth) Richmeier, of Hays, Kelly (Julie) Zelfer, of New Rockford, N.D., and Sam (Diane) Zelfer, of Goodland; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, one great-great-nephew; and many other family and friends.&nbsp;

A private family burial service will take place at a later date in Goodland for both Nancy and Frank. Memorials may be given to Nancy Opunui Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, KS 67871.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/7/1627658606636.png" alt="Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui" />
 <figcaption>Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui</figcaption>
 </figure>Nancy L. (Zelfer) Opunui, 64, of Dighton, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021, at the Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She was born on June 8, 1957, in Topeka, the third child of Frank and Bertha (Johnson) Zelfer.Nancy’s childhood was spent growing up in Emmett, before moving to Goodland with her family. She then attended school in Brewster, graduating in 1976.She later met the love of her life, Frank, in Goodland, while he was attending vo-tech. Frank began working in Dighton for the telephone company in 1979; they called Dighton home. On Sept. 6, 1982, Nancy married Franklin “Frank” Keana Opunui in Ness City. This union continued until his passing on January 7, 2021.&nbsp;Nancy was a member of the First Christian Church in Dighton. She was a devoted homemaker and helped care for many ladies over the years in town. She loved socializing at the Kwik Shop and was one to always find the best garage sales in the area. Nancy was known for her collection of Santas, which were&nbsp;more than 300 collected, and loved showing them off. She loved driving around in her green “Kermit” car. She didn’t get her driver's license until after she was 40 years old. Nancy always wanted to know what her nieces and nephews were up to, as she liked to brag about them to her friends and family.&nbsp;Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and brother, Otis Zelfer.Nancy leaves behind her siblings, Tom (Deloris) Zelfer, of Grainfield, Peggy (Kenneth) Richmeier, of Hays, Kelly (Julie) Zelfer, of New Rockford, N.D., and Sam (Diane) Zelfer, of Goodland; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, one great-great-nephew; and many other family and friends.&nbsp;A private family burial service will take place at a later date in Goodland for both Nancy and Frank. Memorials may be given to Nancy Opunui Memorial Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, KS 67871.

Kiana Danell Adams, 25, of Stockton died on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at her home.

Services are pending at this time. Please check back later for a full obituary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the memorial services.

Kiana Danell Adams, 25, of Stockton died on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at her home.Services are pending at this time. Please check back later for a full obituary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the memorial services.

Kiana Danell Adams

Phillipsburg resident Arlen E. Ehm passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at the Phillips County Retirement Center at the age of 86.

He was born August 27, 1934 in Phillips County, the son of John and Anna (Miller) Ehm.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 until 1956.&nbsp;

He worked as a petroleum geologist in Alaska for many years.

Arlen was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Loren, and a sister Lavonne Baker.

Survivors include his three children: Kevin and wife Sherri of Anchorage, Alaska, Kraig and wife Celeste of Laingsburg, Mich., and Kim Ross and husband Donald of Clark, Mo.; two sisters Melba Bentz of Foley, Ala.; sister-in-law of Lois Ehm of Hutchinson; eight grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

Cremation was planned. A private inurnment will take place at a later date in the Pleasant View (Dixon) Cemetery, Phillips County.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Arlen E. Ehm passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at the Phillips County Retirement Center at the age of 86.He was born August 27, 1934 in Phillips County, the son of John and Anna (Miller) Ehm.&nbsp; He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 until 1956.&nbsp;He worked as a petroleum geologist in Alaska for many years.Arlen was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Loren, and a sister Lavonne Baker.Survivors include his three children: Kevin and wife Sherri of Anchorage, Alaska, Kraig and wife Celeste of Laingsburg, Mich., and Kim Ross and husband Donald of Clark, Mo.; two sisters Melba Bentz of Foley, Ala.; sister-in-law of Lois Ehm of Hutchinson; eight grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.Cremation was planned. A private inurnment will take place at a later date in the Pleasant View (Dixon) Cemetery, Phillips County.

Arlen E. Ehm

Donald (Don) Gerald Young, 92, of Colby, died peacefully at home with family by his side on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.

He was born Nov. 19, 1928, in Colby, to Ralph (Babe) and Fannie (Baird) Young.

Don served in the U.S. Navy and was a Korean War veteran. He owned and operated a bricklaying business in Colby for many years. Don was preceded in death by his wife Goldie Young and daughter Diane (Young) Landau. He is survived by his son Robbie Young, of New York; two grandsons and brother Ron (Peggy) Young, of Colby. A private family service took place with burial at Beulah Cemetery, Colby.

A memorial service will be at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to The Arthritis Foundation and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701.

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

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 </figure>Donald (Don) Gerald Young, 92, of Colby, died peacefully at home with family by his side on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.He was born Nov. 19, 1928, in Colby, to Ralph (Babe) and Fannie (Baird) Young.Don served in the U.S. Navy and was a Korean War veteran. He owned and operated a bricklaying business in Colby for many years. Don was preceded in death by his wife Goldie Young and daughter Diane (Young) Landau. He is survived by his son Robbie Young, of New York; two grandsons and brother Ron (Peggy) Young, of Colby. A private family service took place with burial at Beulah Cemetery, Colby.A memorial service will be at a later date.Memorials are suggested to The Arthritis Foundation and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701.For information or to send condolences, visit <a href="http://www.baalmannmortuary.com">www.baalmannmortuary.com</a>.

Donald Young

Todd John Kuhlman died Wednesday, July 28. He was born&nbsp;Monday, July 10, 1972.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Oakley. A vigil will be at 6 p.m.

The funeral service will be at 10 a.m Monday at&nbsp;St. Joseph Catholic Church in Oakley.

Interment will be at the&nbsp;Summers Township Cemetery in Colby.

Todd John Kuhlman died Wednesday, July 28. He was born&nbsp;Monday, July 10, 1972.Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Oakley. A vigil will be at 6 p.m.The funeral service will be at 10 a.m Monday at&nbsp;St. Joseph Catholic Church in Oakley.Interment will be at the&nbsp;Summers Township Cemetery in Colby.

Monday, November 15th, 1926 - Thursday, July 29th, 2021

Services are pending for Clarence Kale with&nbsp;<a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/">Baalmann Mortuary</a>.

Monday, November 15th, 1926 - Thursday, July 29th, 2021Services are pending for Clarence Kale with&nbsp;<a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/">Baalmann Mortuary</a>.

Clarence Kahle

&nbsp;John Fredrick William Thiede IV – age 60, of Hays died Tuesday, July 27 at his home.

He was born Jan. 24, 1961, at Wausau, Wis., to John Fredrick W. and Darlene S. (Witter) Thiede. He married Cassie M. (Miller) on April 8, 1989, at Burlington, Colo.

He was a line haul truck driver and rancher. John grew up and attended high school&nbsp; in Burlington, Colo. He worked with his brothers in a cattle operation and a trucking company until moving to Hays in 2001. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Cassie Thiede, of the home; two sons, JT Thiede and fiancé, Kalesha Ellis, Burlington, Colo.; Cody Thiede and wife Anna, Victoria; one daughter, Tiffanie Rohr and husband, Nathan, Hays; one brother, Glen Thiede and wife, Sheryl, Midas, Nev.; five sisters, Charlayne Bancroft and husband, Jay, Vona, Colo.; Evone Waggoner and husband, Gregg, Quinter; Kristine Richardson and husband, Eric, Burlington, Colo.; Paulette Thompson and husband, Rod, Stratton, Colo.; Debra Thiede and Danny Hill, Winnemucca, Nev.; two grandchildren, Lauraine Evans Thiede and Delilah Rose Thiede; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Justin Thiede and Walter “Wally” Thiede; one sister-in-law, Kim Thiede; three nephews, Jay Thiede, Trent Thiede and Evan “Bubba” Bancroft; and one niece, Dallas Thiede.

The service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 31 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2703 Fort St., Hays, with Pastor Brenda Rogers officiating. Burial will be in Our Lady Help of Christian Cemetery,&nbsp; Antonino.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, Kansas 67601 and from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, at Trinity Lutheran Church.

The family suggest memorials payable to: The Morrison House of Salina, 513 S. Eighth St., Salina, KS; 67401 or in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

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 </figure>&nbsp;John Fredrick William Thiede IV – age 60, of Hays died Tuesday, July 27 at his home.He was born Jan. 24, 1961, at Wausau, Wis., to John Fredrick W. and Darlene S. (Witter) Thiede. He married Cassie M. (Miller) on April 8, 1989, at Burlington, Colo.He was a line haul truck driver and rancher. John grew up and attended high school&nbsp; in Burlington, Colo. He worked with his brothers in a cattle operation and a trucking company until moving to Hays in 2001. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family.Survivors include his wife, Cassie Thiede, of the home; two sons, JT Thiede and fiancé, Kalesha Ellis, Burlington, Colo.; Cody Thiede and wife Anna, Victoria; one daughter, Tiffanie Rohr and husband, Nathan, Hays; one brother, Glen Thiede and wife, Sheryl, Midas, Nev.; five sisters, Charlayne Bancroft and husband, Jay, Vona, Colo.; Evone Waggoner and husband, Gregg, Quinter; Kristine Richardson and husband, Eric, Burlington, Colo.; Paulette Thompson and husband, Rod, Stratton, Colo.; Debra Thiede and Danny Hill, Winnemucca, Nev.; two grandchildren, Lauraine Evans Thiede and Delilah Rose Thiede; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Justin Thiede and Walter “Wally” Thiede; one sister-in-law, Kim Thiede; three nephews, Jay Thiede, Trent Thiede and Evan “Bubba” Bancroft; and one niece, Dallas Thiede.The service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 31 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2703 Fort St., Hays, with Pastor Brenda Rogers officiating. Burial will be in Our Lady Help of Christian Cemetery,&nbsp; Antonino.Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, Kansas 67601 and from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, at Trinity Lutheran Church.The family suggest memorials payable to: The Morrison House of Salina, 513 S. Eighth St., Salina, KS; 67401 or in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

John Fredrick William Thiede IV

Dianne L. Merz, 74, passed away at Parker Adventist Hospital in Parker, CO on July 25, 2021.

Dianne was born on September 9, 1946, in Goodland, KS to Lyman and 
Virgiline (Duell) Amos.&nbsp; Dianne attended and Graduated Goodland High 
School with a diploma in 1964. Dianne then went to Fort Hays for 3 years
 then continued her education in Washburn, KS where she got her 
Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1969.&nbsp; On June 26th, 1966 Dianne 
married Doyl Merz at the First United Methodist Church in Goodland, KS. 
The couple adopted two sons when they were newborns Steven in 1973 and 
Kevin Merz in 1975.

Dianne started her teaching career in 1969 and continued teaching for
 30 years in the Lawrence, KS school district. Dianne retired in 2008 to
 come back to Goodland, KS to take care of her elderly mother.&nbsp; Dianna’s
 passion was her family, Dianne learned to fly and had her pilots 
license where she would fly mostly in Eastern Kansas. Dianne also 
started a T-Shirt business with aviation designs. Dianne enjoyed her 
flower garden, silk screening, cake decorating, Stain glass, and 
reading.

She was preceded in death by her parents and Grandparents.

Surviving family includes her husband Doyl Merz, her two sons Steven 
(Melissa) Merz of Springfield, MO, Kevin Merz of Lawrence, KS. One 
grandchild Robert Merz of Lawrence, KS. Brothers&nbsp; Ron (Kathy) Amos of 
Mound City, MO, Dan (Karen) Amos of Nixi, MO. Sister Linda (Walt) 
Linthacum of Goodland, KS.

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

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 </figure>Dianne L. Merz, 74, passed away at Parker Adventist Hospital in Parker, CO on July 25, 2021.Dianne was born on September 9, 1946, in Goodland, KS to Lyman and 
Virgiline (Duell) Amos.&nbsp; Dianne attended and Graduated Goodland High 
School with a diploma in 1964. Dianne then went to Fort Hays for 3 years
 then continued her education in Washburn, KS where she got her 
Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1969.&nbsp; On June 26th, 1966 Dianne 
married Doyl Merz at the First United Methodist Church in Goodland, KS. 
The couple adopted two sons when they were newborns Steven in 1973 and 
Kevin Merz in 1975.Dianne started her teaching career in 1969 and continued teaching for
 30 years in the Lawrence, KS school district. Dianne retired in 2008 to
 come back to Goodland, KS to take care of her elderly mother.&nbsp; Dianna’s
 passion was her family, Dianne learned to fly and had her pilots 
license where she would fly mostly in Eastern Kansas. Dianne also 
started a T-Shirt business with aviation designs. Dianne enjoyed her 
flower garden, silk screening, cake decorating, Stain glass, and 
reading.She was preceded in death by her parents and Grandparents.Surviving family includes her husband Doyl Merz, her two sons Steven 
(Melissa) Merz of Springfield, MO, Kevin Merz of Lawrence, KS. One 
grandchild Robert Merz of Lawrence, KS. Brothers&nbsp; Ron (Kathy) Amos of 
Mound City, MO, Dan (Karen) Amos of Nixi, MO. Sister Linda (Walt) 
Linthacum of Goodland, KS.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Dianne-Merz">HERE</a> for service details.

Dianne L. Merz

Oma Lee Sharp, 84, passed away July 25, 2021, at her home in Great 
Bend. She was born March 12, 1937, in Pawnee county, Okla. to Elmer 
&amp; Myrtle (Broughton) Heilmann. She married LeRoy Sharp in 1981, at 
Great Bend. He died August 7, 2005.

Oma was a route driver for Sunflower Diversified Services until she 
retired. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness. She 
enjoyed flower gardening and especially loved her canine friend, Sandy.

Survivors include, her sons, Scott Wilkinson (Maxine) and John 
Wilkinson all of Great Bend, Richard Wilkinson (Ruth) of Garden City, 
and Mike Williams (Amanda) of Hutchinson; her daughters, Teresa 
Hannaford of Emporia, and Kim Mendez (Juan) of Great Bend; 12 
grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, Glenn Taylor; 
her husband, LeRoy Sharp; a son, Steven Wilkinson; a daughter, Diane 
Ramos; two brothers, Floyd Heilmann and Raymond Heilmann; and a sister, 
Lela Stillabower.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 28, 
2021 at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m.,
 Thursday, July 29, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Michael Espinosa 
presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend. 
Memorials have been designated to Oma Sharp Memorial Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Oma Lee Sharp, 84, passed away July 25, 2021, at her home in Great 
Bend. She was born March 12, 1937, in Pawnee county, Okla. to Elmer 
&amp; Myrtle (Broughton) Heilmann. She married LeRoy Sharp in 1981, at 
Great Bend. He died August 7, 2005.Oma was a route driver for Sunflower Diversified Services until she 
retired. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness. She 
enjoyed flower gardening and especially loved her canine friend, Sandy.Survivors include, her sons, Scott Wilkinson (Maxine) and John 
Wilkinson all of Great Bend, Richard Wilkinson (Ruth) of Garden City, 
and Mike Williams (Amanda) of Hutchinson; her daughters, Teresa 
Hannaford of Emporia, and Kim Mendez (Juan) of Great Bend; 12 
grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, Glenn Taylor; 
her husband, LeRoy Sharp; a son, Steven Wilkinson; a daughter, Diane 
Ramos; two brothers, Floyd Heilmann and Raymond Heilmann; and a sister, 
Lela Stillabower.Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 28, 
2021 at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m.,
 Thursday, July 29, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Michael Espinosa 
presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend. 
Memorials have been designated to Oma Sharp Memorial Fund, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Oma Lee Sharp

Dean G. Seems, age 91, passed away on Tuesday July 27, 2021, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS. Dean was born the son of James &amp; Ellen Gibeau. He was a farmer.

<a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Dean-G-Seems?obId=21811238#/celebrationWall">Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary</a> is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Dean G. Seems, age 91, passed away on Tuesday July 27, 2021, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS. Dean was born the son of James &amp; Ellen Gibeau. He was a farmer.<a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Dean-G-Seems?obId=21811238#/celebrationWall">Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary</a> is in charge of arrangements.

Dean G. Seems

Scott Edward Deines, 46, passed away July 25, 2021, in Great Bend. He
 was born November 16, 1974, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Herman F. Deines Jr.
 &amp; Alice J. (Clark) Deines.

Coming from Colorado, Scott had lived in Great Bend for the last 
three months. He was a construction laborer. Scott enjoyed fishing, 
working on cars and collecting baseball cards. He had many life-long 
friends from high school that he kept in touch with.

Survivors include, his mother, Alice Deines of Great Bend; his 
siblings, Sheryl Stickler of Great Bend, Tammy DiManna and husband Terry
 of Brighton, Colo., Frank Deines III and wife Shannon of Great Bend, 
and Derek Deines and wife Rachel of Firestone, Colo.; and nine nieces 
and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Herman Deines Jr.

Visitation will be held from noon to 9:00 p.m. Thursday July 29, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 
to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday July 30, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding. 
Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Galatia. 

Memorials have been 
designated to Colorado Parks &amp; Wildlife, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Scott Edward Deines, 46, passed away July 25, 2021, in Great Bend. He
 was born November 16, 1974, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Herman F. Deines Jr.
 &amp; Alice J. (Clark) Deines.Coming from Colorado, Scott had lived in Great Bend for the last 
three months. He was a construction laborer. Scott enjoyed fishing, 
working on cars and collecting baseball cards. He had many life-long 
friends from high school that he kept in touch with.Survivors include, his mother, Alice Deines of Great Bend; his 
siblings, Sheryl Stickler of Great Bend, Tammy DiManna and husband Terry
 of Brighton, Colo., Frank Deines III and wife Shannon of Great Bend, 
and Derek Deines and wife Rachel of Firestone, Colo.; and nine nieces 
and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Herman Deines Jr.Visitation will be held from noon to 9:00 p.m. Thursday July 29, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 
to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday July 30, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding. 
Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Galatia. Memorials have been 
designated to Colorado Parks &amp; Wildlife, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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