Phillipsburg resident Donald O. Young, age 89, passed away at his home on August 4, 2021.

Donald was born February 5, 1932, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the son of Lloyd R. and Catherine (McDonald) Young.

In 1950, Donald joined the United States Marine Corps and was 
honorably discharged as Sergeant in 1954. &nbsp;He worked for many years as a
 court appointed officer for the Department of Child Support Services in
 San Bernardino County, California.&nbsp; He retired in 1985.

Don spent most of his retirement years on his boat in Roche Harbor on
 San Jaun Island in San Juan County, Washington.&nbsp; He loved sailing and 
traveling to visit his children.&nbsp; In 2015, while visiting his son Dean, 
he decided to purchase a house in Phillipsburg, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Catherine; sister 
Carolynda Erskine; a son Cole Young; and two daughters Teresa Garrison 
and Linda Swift.

Survivors include two sons Dean Young and wife Wanda of Brookings, OR
 and Michael R. Young of Coeur d’Alene, ID; 3 grandchildren; 2 
step-grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and 7 step great grandchildren.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; At Donald’s request, no services are planned.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Donald O. Young, age 89, passed away at his home on August 4, 2021.Donald was born February 5, 1932, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the son of Lloyd R. and Catherine (McDonald) Young.In 1950, Donald joined the United States Marine Corps and was 
honorably discharged as Sergeant in 1954. &nbsp;He worked for many years as a
 court appointed officer for the Department of Child Support Services in
 San Bernardino County, California.&nbsp; He retired in 1985.Don spent most of his retirement years on his boat in Roche Harbor on
 San Jaun Island in San Juan County, Washington.&nbsp; He loved sailing and 
traveling to visit his children.&nbsp; In 2015, while visiting his son Dean, 
he decided to purchase a house in Phillipsburg, KS.He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Catherine; sister 
Carolynda Erskine; a son Cole Young; and two daughters Teresa Garrison 
and Linda Swift.Survivors include two sons Dean Young and wife Wanda of Brookings, OR
 and Michael R. Young of Coeur d’Alene, ID; 3 grandchildren; 2 
step-grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and 7 step great grandchildren.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; At Donald’s request, no services are planned.

Donald O. Young

Saturday, July 22nd, 1961-Tuesday, August 10th, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Saturday, July 22nd, 1961-Tuesday, August 10th, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Brian Keith Williams

Martha Lou “Marty” Brooks (nee Lewis), 84, was born in Cape Girardeau, 
Mo., to William and Linda Lewis. She attended Trinity Lutheran School 
and Central High School before earning an Associate of Arts degree in 
1958 from St. John’s College, Winfield, KS.
 In 1961, she married M. Thomas Brooks, who was a student at 
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. While there, she taught at Ebenezer 
Lutheran School and again at Trinity Lutheran School in Santa Ana, CA, 
during Brooks’s vicarage or internship.
 In Rev. Brooks’s 36-year ministry in churches in Missouri and 
Kansas, Marty worked as a nurses’ aide and in a pediatric clinic. Her 
primary concern, however, was always her family, her church and those 
she met. Her engaging personality helped her reach out to others, making
 a friend by being a friend. 
 When Rev. Brooks retired in 2000, the couple moved to Forsyth, MO, 
where they lived in a beautiful lakeside home. In 2018 they moved to 
Wichita, KS, to be closer to their children.
 The couple was blessed with and is survived by three children: Mary 
Liz (Bruce) Brittain of Andover, KS; Paul (Tonya) of Archer City, TX; 
and Matthew (Krista) of Hays, KS; eight grandchildren: Evan Brittain, 
Hanna (Jake) Huber; Jacey, Jahna and Tessa Brooks; Tommy, Nathaniel and 
Jayne Brooks; her sister Mary (Tom) Schaefer; one niece, Jami (Nathan) 
Cuka; and one nephew, Joel (Amy) Schaefer.
 Marty died Aug. 7, 2021. A loving spouse, mother and grandmother, 
Marty was a Sunday school teacher, choir member, and strong supporter of
 her family and church. Her life was a fulfillment of Proverbs 3:5-6: 
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own 
understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your 
paths straight.”
 Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13, at Gloria Dei 
Lutheran Church, 1101 N. River Blvd., Wichita. Memorials can be made to 
Gloria Dei and Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 
67202.
 Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey East Mortuary.

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 </figure>Martha Lou “Marty” Brooks (nee Lewis), 84, was born in Cape Girardeau, 
Mo., to William and Linda Lewis. She attended Trinity Lutheran School 
and Central High School before earning an Associate of Arts degree in 
1958 from St. John’s College, Winfield, KS.
 In 1961, she married M. Thomas Brooks, who was a student at 
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. While there, she taught at Ebenezer 
Lutheran School and again at Trinity Lutheran School in Santa Ana, CA, 
during Brooks’s vicarage or internship.
 In Rev. Brooks’s 36-year ministry in churches in Missouri and 
Kansas, Marty worked as a nurses’ aide and in a pediatric clinic. Her 
primary concern, however, was always her family, her church and those 
she met. Her engaging personality helped her reach out to others, making
 a friend by being a friend. 
 When Rev. Brooks retired in 2000, the couple moved to Forsyth, MO, 
where they lived in a beautiful lakeside home. In 2018 they moved to 
Wichita, KS, to be closer to their children.
 The couple was blessed with and is survived by three children: Mary 
Liz (Bruce) Brittain of Andover, KS; Paul (Tonya) of Archer City, TX; 
and Matthew (Krista) of Hays, KS; eight grandchildren: Evan Brittain, 
Hanna (Jake) Huber; Jacey, Jahna and Tessa Brooks; Tommy, Nathaniel and 
Jayne Brooks; her sister Mary (Tom) Schaefer; one niece, Jami (Nathan) 
Cuka; and one nephew, Joel (Amy) Schaefer.
 Marty died Aug. 7, 2021. A loving spouse, mother and grandmother, 
Marty was a Sunday school teacher, choir member, and strong supporter of
 her family and church. Her life was a fulfillment of Proverbs 3:5-6: 
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own 
understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your 
paths straight.”
 Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13, at Gloria Dei 
Lutheran Church, 1101 N. River Blvd., Wichita. Memorials can be made to 
Gloria Dei and Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 
67202.
 Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey East Mortuary.

Martha Lou 'Marty' Brooks

Charles "Chuck" or "Charlie" Raymond Frank, 89, of 
Salina went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday July 14, 2021. 
Chuck was born September 30, 1931, in Hays, KS to the late Joseph Samuel 
and the late Mary Rose (Schumacher) Frank.

He married Norma Marie Hickert on April19, 1954, at New Almelo, KS.

Chuck was an Airman for the U.S. Marine Corp, Air Wing, Cherry Point,
 NC. He was assigned to duties aboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea in the 
Mediterranean Sea and the U.S.S Bennington off the coast of Cuba. &nbsp;

Chuck was the vice president of J.S. Frank Construction in Salina, a 
project manager for Turnmar Construction Co. in Englewood, CO and a 
project manager for Cherokee General Contractors, Inc. in Denver, CO. 
Additionally he was a self-employed general contractor in Aurora, CO and
 an estimator and field superintendent for Western Property Management 
Co. in Denver, CO.

He is survived by his wife, Norma, Salina; son, Richard, Lenora, KS; 
daughter Gretchen (Gene) Browning, Huntsville, TX; son Jerry (Greta), 
Salina; daughter Angela (Len) York Crane, Philadelphia, PA. 
Grandchildren Russell York, Charles York (Sophie Lipman), Joshua 
(Courtney) York, Brandy Frank (Tim Elder). Great grandson Levi 
Faulhaber. Sisters Jenny Keeler, Salina; MaryJo Schuster, Sheboygan, WI 
and many nieces and nephews.

Chuck was preceded in death by his daughter, Theresa Frank; his 
parents J.S. and Mary Frank; his brothers Francis and Leroy; his sisters
 Edna, Delores and Margaret.

Cremation has been chosen. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m.
 Monday, August 16, 2021, at Emmanuel Salina, 1325 E. Cloud, Salina.

Memorial contributions may be made to, Interim Healthcare (Hospice) 
of Salina, 1005 W. South Street, Salina, Salina Shares, 155 S. 5th St. 
Salina, or Salina Rescue Mission, 1716 Summers Rd, Salina, KS 67401.

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 </figure>Charles "Chuck" or "Charlie" Raymond Frank, 89, of 
Salina went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday July 14, 2021. 
Chuck was born September 30, 1931, in Hays, KS to the late Joseph Samuel 
and the late Mary Rose (Schumacher) Frank.He married Norma Marie Hickert on April19, 1954, at New Almelo, KS.Chuck was an Airman for the U.S. Marine Corp, Air Wing, Cherry Point,
 NC. He was assigned to duties aboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea in the 
Mediterranean Sea and the U.S.S Bennington off the coast of Cuba. &nbsp;Chuck was the vice president of J.S. Frank Construction in Salina, a 
project manager for Turnmar Construction Co. in Englewood, CO and a 
project manager for Cherokee General Contractors, Inc. in Denver, CO. 
Additionally he was a self-employed general contractor in Aurora, CO and
 an estimator and field superintendent for Western Property Management 
Co. in Denver, CO.He is survived by his wife, Norma, Salina; son, Richard, Lenora, KS; 
daughter Gretchen (Gene) Browning, Huntsville, TX; son Jerry (Greta), 
Salina; daughter Angela (Len) York Crane, Philadelphia, PA. 
Grandchildren Russell York, Charles York (Sophie Lipman), Joshua 
(Courtney) York, Brandy Frank (Tim Elder). Great grandson Levi 
Faulhaber. Sisters Jenny Keeler, Salina; MaryJo Schuster, Sheboygan, WI 
and many nieces and nephews.Chuck was preceded in death by his daughter, Theresa Frank; his 
parents J.S. and Mary Frank; his brothers Francis and Leroy; his sisters
 Edna, Delores and Margaret.Cremation has been chosen. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m.
 Monday, August 16, 2021, at Emmanuel Salina, 1325 E. Cloud, Salina.Memorial contributions may be made to, Interim Healthcare (Hospice) 
of Salina, 1005 W. South Street, Salina, Salina Shares, 155 S. 5th St. 
Salina, or Salina Rescue Mission, 1716 Summers Rd, Salina, KS 67401.

Charles Raymond Frank

Timothy Clay Null, age 65, of Salina, KS, passed 
away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 6, 2021. Tim was born on
 April 12, 1956, in WaKeeney, KS and is the son of Lewis “Jack” Null, 
Peggy Null (Hildebrand), Benjamin Koralek, and Lillian Koralek (Choitz).
 A 1972 graduate of Ellsworth High School, Tim went on to proudly serve 
in the United States Marine Corps. Tim was a lineman for KP&amp;L before
 retiring as a Distribution Systems Operator for Westar Energy.

Tim married the love of his life, Carla J. Null (Kohls) on August 21,
 1976, in Ellsworth, KS. Tim and Carla had two children, Erin and Andrew.

To know Tim, was to love him. Tim’s eyes sparkled with every smile 
and he had an infectious laugh that easily made the day better. Tim 
enjoyed woodworking, sewing, tinkering, being his grandkids biggest 
cheerleader, joking, finishing up that “one last thing” (project he was 
working on), cheering on the Green Bay Packers, and loving his family. 
Tim never knew a stranger and told everyone who would listen about his 
grandkids, who are his pride and joy. Tim devoted his life to his wife, 
children, and grandchildren, whom he adored and cherished. Tim stood 
firm in his faith and lived his life for Jesus.

Tim is survived by his wife, Carla of the home; his daughter, Erin 
(Pinson) and son-in-law Chad of Lyons, KS; his son, Andrew and 
daughter-in-law Miriam of Colorado Springs, CO; and his grandchildren: 
Willow, Blake, Dharma, Mallory, and Eloise. He is also survived by his 
brother, Pat Null (Teresa); sister, Lonnie Soukup (Donald); brother, 
Chant Koralek; brother, Dave Koralek (Marge); brother-in-law, Scott 
Kohls (Barb); sister-in-law/nephew, Angela and Joshua Kohls; many 
nieces, nephews, friends, and co-workers who were very special to him.

Tim was preceded in death by his father, Jack Null; his dad and mom, 
Ben and Lil Koralek; his mother-in-law, Lois Kohls; his brother-in-law, 
Craig Kohls; his brother, Mike Null; and his sister-in-law, Gladys 
Koralek.

Tim’s family would like to invite you to a Celebration of Life 
Service at 2:30 on Friday, August 13, 2021 at the Episcopal Christ 
Cathedral Church Fellowship Hall, located at 138 South 8th, Salina, KS. 
Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to 
Punchin’ Out Parkinson’s of Central Kansas in Tim’s memory, located at 
600 East Elm Street in Salina, KS.

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 </figure>Timothy Clay Null, age 65, of Salina, KS, passed 
away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 6, 2021. Tim was born on
 April 12, 1956, in WaKeeney, KS and is the son of Lewis “Jack” Null, 
Peggy Null (Hildebrand), Benjamin Koralek, and Lillian Koralek (Choitz).
 A 1972 graduate of Ellsworth High School, Tim went on to proudly serve 
in the United States Marine Corps. Tim was a lineman for KP&amp;L before
 retiring as a Distribution Systems Operator for Westar Energy.Tim married the love of his life, Carla J. Null (Kohls) on August 21,
 1976, in Ellsworth, KS. Tim and Carla had two children, Erin and Andrew.To know Tim, was to love him. Tim’s eyes sparkled with every smile 
and he had an infectious laugh that easily made the day better. Tim 
enjoyed woodworking, sewing, tinkering, being his grandkids biggest 
cheerleader, joking, finishing up that “one last thing” (project he was 
working on), cheering on the Green Bay Packers, and loving his family. 
Tim never knew a stranger and told everyone who would listen about his 
grandkids, who are his pride and joy. Tim devoted his life to his wife, 
children, and grandchildren, whom he adored and cherished. Tim stood 
firm in his faith and lived his life for Jesus.Tim is survived by his wife, Carla of the home; his daughter, Erin 
(Pinson) and son-in-law Chad of Lyons, KS; his son, Andrew and 
daughter-in-law Miriam of Colorado Springs, CO; and his grandchildren: 
Willow, Blake, Dharma, Mallory, and Eloise. He is also survived by his 
brother, Pat Null (Teresa); sister, Lonnie Soukup (Donald); brother, 
Chant Koralek; brother, Dave Koralek (Marge); brother-in-law, Scott 
Kohls (Barb); sister-in-law/nephew, Angela and Joshua Kohls; many 
nieces, nephews, friends, and co-workers who were very special to him.Tim was preceded in death by his father, Jack Null; his dad and mom, 
Ben and Lil Koralek; his mother-in-law, Lois Kohls; his brother-in-law, 
Craig Kohls; his brother, Mike Null; and his sister-in-law, Gladys 
Koralek.Tim’s family would like to invite you to a Celebration of Life 
Service at 2:30 on Friday, August 13, 2021 at the Episcopal Christ 
Cathedral Church Fellowship Hall, located at 138 South 8th, Salina, KS. 
Cremation has taken place.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to 
Punchin’ Out Parkinson’s of Central Kansas in Tim’s memory, located at 
600 East Elm Street in Salina, KS.

Timothy Clay Null

Charlene Ann Weigel (formerly Charlene Walters), 91,
 of Salina, was born to Joseph and Mary Walters on March 10, 1930, in 
Hays, Kansas passed away peacefully on August 9, 2021.

She was married to her sweetheart, Donald Gene Weigel (deceased) for 
63 years. They had four children, Kathleen Weigel of Topeka, Karen Beil 
of Olathe, Donald M Weigel of Hutchinson, and Dennis Weigel of Salina. 
She leaves behind nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Charlene was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary Queen of the 
Universe Church, Salina, KS. She will always be remembered for her 
unending love of family.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, August 12,&nbsp;2021 at Ryan Mortuary.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday&nbsp;August 13,&nbsp;2021 at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church with burial to follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic
 Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the church in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

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 </figure>Charlene Ann Weigel (formerly Charlene Walters), 91,
 of Salina, was born to Joseph and Mary Walters on March 10, 1930, in 
Hays, Kansas passed away peacefully on August 9, 2021.She was married to her sweetheart, Donald Gene Weigel (deceased) for 
63 years. They had four children, Kathleen Weigel of Topeka, Karen Beil 
of Olathe, Donald M Weigel of Hutchinson, and Dennis Weigel of Salina. 
She leaves behind nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.Charlene was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary Queen of the 
Universe Church, Salina, KS. She will always be remembered for her 
unending love of family.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, August 12,&nbsp;2021 at Ryan Mortuary.A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday&nbsp;August 13,&nbsp;2021 at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church with burial to follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic
 Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the church in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

Charlene Ann Weigel

Chester E. Fairchild Jr., age 73, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 
2021, at The Ranch House in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on August 
17, 1947, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Chester Earl and Velma 
Blanche Turley Fairchild Sr.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, 
Kansas, moving recently to Garden City, Kansas.

He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Scott City, Kansas, and was a US Army Veteran.

On May 23, 1970, he married Gloria Morales, and on February 14, 1986,
 he married Brenda Cooley, and then on March 7, 1996, he married Becky 
Bilson.

Survivors include One Daughter - Sydney McCoin of Missouri, and Numerous Nieces and Nephews.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, One Brother and Two Sisters.

Memorial Services will be held at&nbsp;3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 15, 2021,&nbsp; at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Steve Payne 
presiding.

Memorials in Lieu of Flowers may be given to the Chester Fairchild in
 care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.

Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Chester E. Fairchild Jr., age 73, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 
2021, at The Ranch House in Garden City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on August 
17, 1947, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Chester Earl and Velma 
Blanche Turley Fairchild Sr.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, 
Kansas, moving recently to Garden City, Kansas.He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Scott City, Kansas, and was a US Army Veteran.On May 23, 1970, he married Gloria Morales, and on February 14, 1986,
 he married Brenda Cooley, and then on March 7, 1996, he married Becky 
Bilson.Survivors include One Daughter - Sydney McCoin of Missouri, and Numerous Nieces and Nephews.He was preceded in death by his Parents, One Brother and Two Sisters.Memorial Services will be held at&nbsp;3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 15, 2021,&nbsp; at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Steve Payne 
presiding.Memorials in Lieu of Flowers may be given to the Chester Fairchild in
 care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.There will be no calling times.

Chester E. Fairchild Jr.

Joann (Hammerschmidt) Shapiro, 79, formerly of Hays, passed away July 23, 2021 in Orange County, California.

Born March 13, 1942 to Eugene and Amelia Hammerschmidt of Hays, Joann grew up on their farm north of Hays where she was active in the Buckeye community and 4-H. Following graduation from Girls Catholic High School, she received her cosmetology license and worked at Blanche’s Salon until moving to California in the late 1960s where she met and married Jerome Shapiro. She eventually owned her own salon in the Orange County area until she retired. Joann was avid for crafts and enjoyed sewing.

Joann was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother Dennis, and sister Lila Schippers and brother-in-law Norman Schippers, and a nephew Daniel Hammerschmidt. 

She is survived by her son William (Jenny) and two special granddaughters Jessica and Jayden, brothers Wayne (Marilee) of Galesburg, Illinois, Neil (Carolyn) of Bloomington, Indiana, and Mark (Bernice) of Hays, Kansas, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Her family and friends were privileged to know her spirit of generosity and kindness, and her joy of living life to its fullest.

<h2>Joann (Hammerschmidt) Shapiro</h2>March 13, 1942 - July 23, 2021Joann (Hammerschmidt) Shapiro, 79, formerly of Hays, passed away July 23, 2021 in Orange County, California.Born March 13, 1942 to Eugene and Amelia Hammerschmidt of Hays, Joann grew up on their farm north of Hays where she was active in the Buckeye community and 4-H. Following graduation from Girls Catholic High School, she received her cosmetology license and worked at Blanche’s Salon until moving to California in the late 1960s where she met and married Jerome Shapiro. She eventually owned her own salon in the Orange County area until she retired. Joann was avid for crafts and enjoyed sewing.Joann was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother Dennis, and sister Lila Schippers and brother-in-law Norman Schippers, and a nephew Daniel Hammerschmidt. She is survived by her son William (Jenny) and two special granddaughters Jessica and Jayden, brothers Wayne (Marilee) of Galesburg, Illinois, Neil (Carolyn) of Bloomington, Indiana, and Mark (Bernice) of Hays, Kansas, and numerous nieces and nephews.Her family and friends were privileged to know her spirit of generosity and kindness, and her joy of living life to its fullest.

Joann (Hammerschmidt) Shapiro

Grayson Salmon Gregg, three months 24 days, passed away Monday August
 9, 2021, in Great Bend. He was born April 13, 2021, in Hays, the son of
 Ben Gregg and Korryn Asuncion.

Grayson was a happy content baby. He was loved by family and friends,
 he will be missed by his mother, father, grandparents and other family 
members. &nbsp;

Survivors include father Ben Gregg and mother Korryn Asuncion of the 
home; grandparents Shannon and Julie Gregg of Great Bend and Jeff and 
Rebecca Hurley of Hays; uncles Zachary and Alexander Gregg both of Great
 Bend, Ethan Asuncion and Tray Hurley both of Hays; Aunt Cicily 
Carrillo-Gregg of Great Bend.

Visitation with family present will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday 
August 12, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. 
Friday August 13, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor
 Tim Bever officiating. Inurnment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Noah’s Ark Pre-School, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Grayson Salmon Gregg, three months 24 days, passed away Monday August
 9, 2021, in Great Bend. He was born April 13, 2021, in Hays, the son of
 Ben Gregg and Korryn Asuncion.Grayson was a happy content baby. He was loved by family and friends,
 he will be missed by his mother, father, grandparents and other family 
members. &nbsp;Survivors include father Ben Gregg and mother Korryn Asuncion of the 
home; grandparents Shannon and Julie Gregg of Great Bend and Jeff and 
Rebecca Hurley of Hays; uncles Zachary and Alexander Gregg both of Great
 Bend, Ethan Asuncion and Tray Hurley both of Hays; Aunt Cicily 
Carrillo-Gregg of Great Bend.Visitation with family present will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday 
August 12, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. 
Friday August 13, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor
 Tim Bever officiating. Inurnment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Noah’s Ark Pre-School, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Grayson Salmon Gregg

Irma C. Staab, 89, Catharine, died Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at HaysMed.

She
 was born July 30, 1932 ,in Catharine, the daughter of Albert C. and 
Cherubim (Giebler) Staab.&nbsp; Irma devoted her whole life to the Catholic 
Church.&nbsp; She was a part-time housekeeper for the Capuchins at St. Joseph
 Church in Hays for 20 years, cleaned the St. Catherine Catholic Church 
for 20 years, and was the first CCD teacher in the St. Catherine parish 
after the nuns left.&nbsp; Her memberships included:&nbsp; St. Catherine Catholic 
Church, the St. Catherine Altar Society Christian Mothers, and the 
Secular Franciscan Order of Victoria.&nbsp; On April 23, 2003, the Capuchins 
affiliated her to the Order of Friars Minor and the Capuchin Province of
 Mid-America.&nbsp; She enjoyed Bingo, genealogy, old family photographs, and
 researching the Staab family heritage.

Survivors
 include three sisters: Mary Lang of Hays, Patricia A. Staab of Russell,
 and Roseann Seader of Louisville, CO, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers: Elmer Staab, 
Marion Staab, Roland Staab, and her twin brother Irwin Staab, and one 
sister: Arlene Clyncke.

Mass
 of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Monday, August 16, 2021, at 
St. Catherine Catholic Church, with Fr. Earl Befort officiating.&nbsp; Burial
 will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm 
until 7:00 on Sunday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 
am until 10:00 on Monday at the church.&nbsp; An Altar Society Christian 
Mothers rosary will be at 6:00 pm followed by a vigil service at 6:30 
pm, all on Sunday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the 
Capuchins or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Irma may be shared
 with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Irma C. Staab, 89, Catharine, died Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at HaysMed.She
 was born July 30, 1932 ,in Catharine, the daughter of Albert C. and 
Cherubim (Giebler) Staab.&nbsp; Irma devoted her whole life to the Catholic 
Church.&nbsp; She was a part-time housekeeper for the Capuchins at St. Joseph
 Church in Hays for 20 years, cleaned the St. Catherine Catholic Church 
for 20 years, and was the first CCD teacher in the St. Catherine parish 
after the nuns left.&nbsp; Her memberships included:&nbsp; St. Catherine Catholic 
Church, the St. Catherine Altar Society Christian Mothers, and the 
Secular Franciscan Order of Victoria.&nbsp; On April 23, 2003, the Capuchins 
affiliated her to the Order of Friars Minor and the Capuchin Province of
 Mid-America.&nbsp; She enjoyed Bingo, genealogy, old family photographs, and
 researching the Staab family heritage.Survivors
 include three sisters: Mary Lang of Hays, Patricia A. Staab of Russell,
 and Roseann Seader of Louisville, CO, and numerous nieces and nephews.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers: Elmer Staab, 
Marion Staab, Roland Staab, and her twin brother Irwin Staab, and one 
sister: Arlene Clyncke.Mass
 of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Monday, August 16, 2021, at 
St. Catherine Catholic Church, with Fr. Earl Befort officiating.&nbsp; Burial
 will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm 
until 7:00 on Sunday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 
am until 10:00 on Monday at the church.&nbsp; An Altar Society Christian 
Mothers rosary will be at 6:00 pm followed by a vigil service at 6:30 
pm, all on Sunday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the 
Capuchins or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Irma may be shared
 with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Irma C. Staab

Rita Janet Romine, 83, died August 9, 2021, at Morton County Nursing 
Home, Elkhart.&nbsp; She was born September 15, 1937, in Great Bend, to 
Herman and Lillie Josephine (Mull) Strobel.&nbsp; Rita married James Keith 
Romine October 15, 1955, in Great Bend.&nbsp; James died June30,2020.

Rita, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, was a member of Prince of 
Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Daughters of Isabella and 
the Altar Society.&nbsp; She was an active farm wife, and in her younger 
years, was employed by a Colonel as a secretary at Salina Air Force 
Base.&nbsp; Rita enjoyed reading, gardening, square dancing and playing 
pitch.

Survivors include two sons, Kent Romine and wife Valerie of Great 
Bend, and Kevin Romine and wife Tammy of Great Bend; one daughter, 
Marita Walls and husband Dan of Elkhart; son-in-law Paul Schneweis of 
Great Bend; and eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren, Melissa
 Tudor (Damian) and son Trace, Ashley Romine-Guerra (Izzy Guerra) and 
children Teegan, Raquel and Owen, Jessica Ferguson (Dustin) and children
 Grace and Hayden, Kirk Walls, Dr. James Walls (Lindsay), Lindsey White 
(Kendrick), Chad Romine (Taylor), and Ryan Romine.

Rita was preceded in passing by her husband James; one daughter, 
Renee Schneweis; and two brothers, Joseph Strobel and Richard Strobel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 
2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu and Father Terrance Klein presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow
 at Great Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 pm, 
Friday, August 13, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society 
Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil with Rosary at 5:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may 
be given to Morton County EMS, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rita Janet Romine, 83, died August 9, 2021, at Morton County Nursing 
Home, Elkhart.&nbsp; She was born September 15, 1937, in Great Bend, to 
Herman and Lillie Josephine (Mull) Strobel.&nbsp; Rita married James Keith 
Romine October 15, 1955, in Great Bend.&nbsp; James died June30,2020.Rita, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, was a member of Prince of 
Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Daughters of Isabella and 
the Altar Society.&nbsp; She was an active farm wife, and in her younger 
years, was employed by a Colonel as a secretary at Salina Air Force 
Base.&nbsp; Rita enjoyed reading, gardening, square dancing and playing 
pitch.Survivors include two sons, Kent Romine and wife Valerie of Great 
Bend, and Kevin Romine and wife Tammy of Great Bend; one daughter, 
Marita Walls and husband Dan of Elkhart; son-in-law Paul Schneweis of 
Great Bend; and eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren, Melissa
 Tudor (Damian) and son Trace, Ashley Romine-Guerra (Izzy Guerra) and 
children Teegan, Raquel and Owen, Jessica Ferguson (Dustin) and children
 Grace and Hayden, Kirk Walls, Dr. James Walls (Lindsay), Lindsey White 
(Kendrick), Chad Romine (Taylor), and Ryan Romine.Rita was preceded in passing by her husband James; one daughter, 
Renee Schneweis; and two brothers, Joseph Strobel and Richard Strobel.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 
2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh 
Parappanattu and Father Terrance Klein presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow
 at Great Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 pm, 
Friday, August 13, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society 
Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil with Rosary at 5:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may 
be given to Morton County EMS, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rita Janet Romine

Gary E. Harman, age 73, of Hays, Kansas passed away Friday, August 6, 2021, in Hays.

Gary was born on December 16, 1947, to Harry and Fern&nbsp;Harman.&nbsp; Gary is survived by his brothers, Rick and wife, Rose, Hays; and Steve Harman, Texas.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Fern Harman and infant sister, Kimberly Harman.

Gary enjoyed crafting, working jigsaw puzzles, doing word searches, and keeping up on what was happening in town.&nbsp; Gary also leaves behind&nbsp;his DSNWK family and friends.

Due to COVID, a private family service will be held.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas.&nbsp; Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Services by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Gary E. Harman, age 73, of Hays, Kansas passed away Friday, August 6, 2021, in Hays.Gary was born on December 16, 1947, to Harry and Fern&nbsp;Harman.&nbsp; Gary is survived by his brothers, Rick and wife, Rose, Hays; and Steve Harman, Texas.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Fern Harman and infant sister, Kimberly Harman.Gary enjoyed crafting, working jigsaw puzzles, doing word searches, and keeping up on what was happening in town.&nbsp; Gary also leaves behind&nbsp;his DSNWK family and friends.Due to COVID, a private family service will be held.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas.&nbsp; Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.Services by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Gary E. Harman

Donna Kay Klusener, 64, passed away August 8, 2021, at Ellinwood 
District Hospital, Ellinwood.&nbsp; She was born March 16, 1957, in Ellinwood
 to Don and Margaret (Molder) Arnold.&nbsp; Donna married Curtis Klusener 
March 20, 1976, in Great Bend.&nbsp;

Donna, a life time resident of Ellinwood, was employed as an 
admission attendant and secretary for Ellinwood District Hospital.&nbsp; She 
was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and served as the secretary 
treasurer for Cheyenne Bottoms Sportsmen Club.&nbsp; Donna enjoyed arts and 
crafts, fishing and swimming.

Survivors include husband, Curtis Klusener, of the home; one son: 
Curtis Klusener, Jr. of Great Bend; two brothers, Terry Arnold of 
Weatherford, Texas; Patrick Schreck of Wichita, and step-father Maurice 
Schreck of Hutchinson; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in 
death by her parents.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2021, at 
Calvary Baptist Church in Ellinwood, with Pastor Jason Winget 
presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche District Cemetery, 
Ellinwood.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, August 
12, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Calvary 
Baptist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Donna Kay Klusener, 64, passed away August 8, 2021, at Ellinwood 
District Hospital, Ellinwood.&nbsp; She was born March 16, 1957, in Ellinwood
 to Don and Margaret (Molder) Arnold.&nbsp; Donna married Curtis Klusener 
March 20, 1976, in Great Bend.&nbsp;Donna, a life time resident of Ellinwood, was employed as an 
admission attendant and secretary for Ellinwood District Hospital.&nbsp; She 
was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and served as the secretary 
treasurer for Cheyenne Bottoms Sportsmen Club.&nbsp; Donna enjoyed arts and 
crafts, fishing and swimming.Survivors include husband, Curtis Klusener, of the home; one son: 
Curtis Klusener, Jr. of Great Bend; two brothers, Terry Arnold of 
Weatherford, Texas; Patrick Schreck of Wichita, and step-father Maurice 
Schreck of Hutchinson; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in 
death by her parents.Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2021, at 
Calvary Baptist Church in Ellinwood, with Pastor Jason Winget 
presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche District Cemetery, 
Ellinwood.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, August 
12, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Calvary 
Baptist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Donna Kay Klusener |1957-2021|

Joaquina Hardon, beloved wife and mother passed away, with loved ones at
 her bedside, on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at age 89, following a brief 
illness. 
Joaquina was born on March 20, 1932, in Dexter, NM to Eutimio &amp; 
Maria Lopez. She grew up in a large family, on a farm, and graduated 
from Dexter High School in 1950. In New Mexico, she met and married 
Albert Hardon on June 5, 1967. Together they raised two daughters, 
Gloria and Amber, and son Carlos. 
Joaquina was always hard-working, but she also had a playful spirit, 
which brightened the lives of her family, friends and loved ones. They 
all have fond memories of her two-stepping through the living room, as 
she loved to dance. Life on the farm was what she preferred and keeping 
busy, knowing there was always something to be done. She was a hard 
worker whether it be in the home, in the garden or on the farm alongside
 her husband Albert. Driving a grain truck during the wheat harvest, 
driving truckloads of silage in the fall, and taking meals to the field 
were just a few of the things she enjoyed doing. 
Blessed with good health and strength, she enjoyed walking and 
maintained a 4 mile per day routine for many years and well into her 
eighties. She always called herself, “a jack of all trades and master of
 none.” However, those lucky enough to sit at her &amp; Albert’s dinner 
table soon realized her mastery of cooking &amp; homemaking. She was a 
dedicated wife &amp; mother, who always put her family first. In her 
spare time, she crocheted beautiful baby blankets for gifts, which 
graced many cribs. They are a tangible symbol of her love for all 
children. 
Joaquina was preceded in death by her father Eutimio; her mother, Maria; seven siblings and her son-in-law Kyle Warning. 
She is survived by her husband Albert; her three children, Gloria 
Warning, Amber (Mick Ranney) &amp; Carlos; three grandchildren, Melanie 
(Mike) Seegers, Michelle Hosman &amp; Justin (Tiffany) Warning; seven 
great-grandchildren, Bailey &amp; Austin Seegers, McKenna &amp; Luke 
Hosman, Lindsay (Issac) Hueftle, Wyatt &amp; Jordyn Warning; her brother
 Manuel (Rose) Lopez; her sister Anita (Martin Hernandez) Maner and 
numerous nieces &amp; nephews. 
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 12th, 
2021, at Baalmann Mortuary, 109 N. 2nd St in Atwood, KS. Interment will
 be at the Atwood Fairview Cemetery. Joaquina loved books &amp; animals,
 so in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Atwood Public 
Library or the McCook Nebraska Humane Society. 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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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Joaquina Hardon, beloved wife and mother passed away, with loved ones at
 her bedside, on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at age 89, following a brief 
illness. 
Joaquina was born on March 20, 1932, in Dexter, NM to Eutimio &amp; 
Maria Lopez. She grew up in a large family, on a farm, and graduated 
from Dexter High School in 1950. In New Mexico, she met and married 
Albert Hardon on June 5, 1967. Together they raised two daughters, 
Gloria and Amber, and son Carlos. 
Joaquina was always hard-working, but she also had a playful spirit, 
which brightened the lives of her family, friends and loved ones. They 
all have fond memories of her two-stepping through the living room, as 
she loved to dance. Life on the farm was what she preferred and keeping 
busy, knowing there was always something to be done. She was a hard 
worker whether it be in the home, in the garden or on the farm alongside
 her husband Albert. Driving a grain truck during the wheat harvest, 
driving truckloads of silage in the fall, and taking meals to the field 
were just a few of the things she enjoyed doing. 
Blessed with good health and strength, she enjoyed walking and 
maintained a 4 mile per day routine for many years and well into her 
eighties. She always called herself, “a jack of all trades and master of
 none.” However, those lucky enough to sit at her &amp; Albert’s dinner 
table soon realized her mastery of cooking &amp; homemaking. She was a 
dedicated wife &amp; mother, who always put her family first. In her 
spare time, she crocheted beautiful baby blankets for gifts, which 
graced many cribs. They are a tangible symbol of her love for all 
children. 
Joaquina was preceded in death by her father Eutimio; her mother, Maria; seven siblings and her son-in-law Kyle Warning. 
She is survived by her husband Albert; her three children, Gloria 
Warning, Amber (Mick Ranney) &amp; Carlos; three grandchildren, Melanie 
(Mike) Seegers, Michelle Hosman &amp; Justin (Tiffany) Warning; seven 
great-grandchildren, Bailey &amp; Austin Seegers, McKenna &amp; Luke 
Hosman, Lindsay (Issac) Hueftle, Wyatt &amp; Jordyn Warning; her brother
 Manuel (Rose) Lopez; her sister Anita (Martin Hernandez) Maner and 
numerous nieces &amp; nephews. 
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 12th, 
2021, at Baalmann Mortuary, 109 N. 2nd St in Atwood, KS. Interment will
 be at the Atwood Fairview Cemetery. Joaquina loved books &amp; animals,
 so in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Atwood Public 
Library or the McCook Nebraska Humane Society. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Joaquina Hardon

Keith William Gnad, 61, of Overland Park, Kansas, died Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Advent Health, Shawnee Mission, Merriam, KS. He was born June 9, 1960, in Hays to Clarence and Janet L.&nbsp; (Morin) Gnad.

Keith graduated from Hoisington High School, class of 1978. During that time, Keith developed a passion for photography, becoming a member of the yearbook staff and winning several photography awards.&nbsp; Even prior to graduating he performed brick laying jobs, such as homes and fireplaces without any supervision.&nbsp; Following graduation, he worked as a mason for his uncle, Mike Gnad. Keith lived in Hays, Great Bend and Kansas City before settling in Little Rock, Arkansas where he formed his own successful company, Gnad Tile &amp; Masonry.&nbsp; In his free time, he worked as a photography teacher at the Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock, focusing primarily on black and white photography.&nbsp;

Keith was preceded in death by his father, and by his sister, Yvonne Burtt.&nbsp; He is survived by his mother, Hays; children, Chantz Gnad, Overland Park; Austen Gnad (Angie Westcott), Kansas City, MO; Samuel and Carver Gnad, Sherwood, AR; siblings Christina Smith (Ron), Hoisington; Steven Gnad, Hays; Leah Beck (Art), Montezuma; and Tracy Gnad (Noemi) Peculiar, MO; nieces and nephews Wendy Carr, Sean (Kira) Burtt, Shannon Burtt, Jessica Beck, Jordan Beck, Julian Gnad, Christopher Gnad, Steven Gnad, and Cindy Garrett.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, August 14, 2021, at Brock’s~Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS. Those who wish to remember Keith in a special way may make donations to St. Joseph Church, 107 Oak Street, Damar, KS 67632; Midwest Transplant Network, 1900 W 47thPlace, #400 Westwood, KS, 66205 or First Call of Kansas City through their website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.firstcallkc.org/">www.firstcallkc.org</a>&nbsp;to support families seeking recovery from addiction.&nbsp;

Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Keith William Gnad, 61, of Overland Park, Kansas, died Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Advent Health, Shawnee Mission, Merriam, KS. He was born June 9, 1960, in Hays to Clarence and Janet L.&nbsp; (Morin) Gnad.Keith graduated from Hoisington High School, class of 1978. During that time, Keith developed a passion for photography, becoming a member of the yearbook staff and winning several photography awards.&nbsp; Even prior to graduating he performed brick laying jobs, such as homes and fireplaces without any supervision.&nbsp; Following graduation, he worked as a mason for his uncle, Mike Gnad. Keith lived in Hays, Great Bend and Kansas City before settling in Little Rock, Arkansas where he formed his own successful company, Gnad Tile &amp; Masonry.&nbsp; In his free time, he worked as a photography teacher at the Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock, focusing primarily on black and white photography.&nbsp;Keith was preceded in death by his father, and by his sister, Yvonne Burtt.&nbsp; He is survived by his mother, Hays; children, Chantz Gnad, Overland Park; Austen Gnad (Angie Westcott), Kansas City, MO; Samuel and Carver Gnad, Sherwood, AR; siblings Christina Smith (Ron), Hoisington; Steven Gnad, Hays; Leah Beck (Art), Montezuma; and Tracy Gnad (Noemi) Peculiar, MO; nieces and nephews Wendy Carr, Sean (Kira) Burtt, Shannon Burtt, Jessica Beck, Jordan Beck, Julian Gnad, Christopher Gnad, Steven Gnad, and Cindy Garrett.A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, August 14, 2021, at Brock’s~Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS. Those who wish to remember Keith in a special way may make donations to St. Joseph Church, 107 Oak Street, Damar, KS 67632; Midwest Transplant Network, 1900 W 47thPlace, #400 Westwood, KS, 66205 or First Call of Kansas City through their website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.firstcallkc.org/">www.firstcallkc.org</a>&nbsp;to support families seeking recovery from addiction.&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Keith William Gnad

Gary L. Thompson, 67, of Russell, Kansas, died on August 5, 2021, at his home in Russell.

Services will be held at a later date and cremation has been selected by the family.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Gary L. Thompson, 67, of Russell, Kansas, died on August 5, 2021, at his home in Russell.Services will be held at a later date and cremation has been selected by the family.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Gary L. Thompson

Arden H. Knobbe, age 82, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 
the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. He was born on September 13, 
1938, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Edward Henry and Gertrude Mary 
Nienaber Knobbe.&nbsp; A resident of Marienthal, Kansas since 2006 moving 
from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.&nbsp; Arden was a licensed mortician before 
starting Knobbes Heating &amp; Air Inc. in Baton Rouge, Louisiana that 
he ran for over 30 years.

He was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church and the Knights of 
Columbus both of Marienthal, Kansas, and was a US Air Force Veteran.

On November 25, 1961, he married Virginia F. Berning in Marienthal, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his Wife - Virginia F. Knobbe of Marienthal, 
Kansas, Two Daughters - Leta &amp; Duane Berning of Leoti, Kansas, Rita 
Knobbe of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, One Brother - Edward &amp; Shirley 
Knobbe of Fallbrook, California, Three Granddaughters - Ashley Berning 
of Garden City, Kansas, Laura Ann Janusick of Leoti, Kansas, Chelsea 
Dooley of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and three Great Grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his Parents and Three Sisters.

Vigil Services will be at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas.

Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 12, 2021, at 
the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas, with Father Tim 
Hickey presiding.

Inurnment will be in the St. Mary Cemetery.

Memorials can be given to the Museum of the Great Plains or St. 
Jude’s Children's Hospital in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home; PO 
Box 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.

Arden H. Knobbe, age 82, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 
the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. He was born on September 13, 
1938, in Scott City, Kansas, the son of Edward Henry and Gertrude Mary 
Nienaber Knobbe.&nbsp; A resident of Marienthal, Kansas since 2006 moving 
from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.&nbsp; Arden was a licensed mortician before 
starting Knobbes Heating &amp; Air Inc. in Baton Rouge, Louisiana that 
he ran for over 30 years.He was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church and the Knights of 
Columbus both of Marienthal, Kansas, and was a US Air Force Veteran.On November 25, 1961, he married Virginia F. Berning in Marienthal, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his Wife - Virginia F. Knobbe of Marienthal, 
Kansas, Two Daughters - Leta &amp; Duane Berning of Leoti, Kansas, Rita 
Knobbe of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, One Brother - Edward &amp; Shirley 
Knobbe of Fallbrook, California, Three Granddaughters - Ashley Berning 
of Garden City, Kansas, Laura Ann Janusick of Leoti, Kansas, Chelsea 
Dooley of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and three Great Grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his Parents and Three Sisters.Vigil Services will be at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas.Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 12, 2021, at 
the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas, with Father Tim 
Hickey presiding.Inurnment will be in the St. Mary Cemetery.Memorials can be given to the Museum of the Great Plains or St. 
Jude’s Children's Hospital in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home; PO 
Box 161, Leoti, Kansas, 67861.There are no calling times.

Arden H. Knobbe

Larry Dale Montandon, 73, left this earth Sunday, April 5, 2020, at 
Blount Memorial Hospital in Maryville, Tennessee. Larry was born to 
Virgil and Hazel (Grounds) Montandon in Liberal, Kansas, on January 11, 
1947. He grew up on a ranch near Wallace, Kansas, and enjoyed being a 
big brother to his three sisters.

In 1970, he married Evelyn Reust in Guymon, Oklahoma, and together 
they raised two daughters. He was the kind of father you looked up to. 
He was tough yet fair, stood for right and never walked away from a 
challenge.

Larry loved his family and his country and was a steadfast advocate 
for Veterans and proud to be one. He never knew a stranger, nor met a 
horse or dog he didn't like, including his beloved horse Poco and his 
dogs Snoopy and Labrusky. Throughout his life, he found peace riding 
horses, listening to the geese and observing our natural world. He loved
 traveling with Evelyn, exploring new restaurants and roads, and 
enjoying his back-porch view of the Smoky Mountains.

Larry wore many different hats, but one of his favorites was his 
cowboy hat. He farmed and ranched with Evelyn and his parents for nearly
 30 years, and that straw hat was atop his head often as he worked 
cattle or cut wheat. Larry was also proud to serve his nation and the 
men and women he led in the United States Armed Services, retiring as a 
Sergeant First Class in 1998. Larry was a Persian Gulf War veteran and a
 member of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Air Force Reserve, and Kansas 
National Guard.

He also served as a District Magistrate Judge in Northwest Kansas; 
Manager of Kansas Veterans Cemeteries in WaKeeney and Fort Dodge; 
Director of the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, and Director 
of the M.J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson, South 
Carolina.

Our cowboy and soldier has ridden off into the sunset and will be 
missed, but Larry just may be sitting on a porch with his loved ones and
 fellow Veterans, reunited and sharing stories.

Larry is survived by his wife, Evelyn Montandon; daughters, Shantel 
Smith and husband Sean and Lennea Montandon; and grandchildren, Ryan and
 Savannah Smith and Cyrus Montandon. He is also survived by his sisters,
 Kaye Abel (John), Pat Schmitt (Dennis), and Shirley Myers (Larry); 
brother-in-Law, George Reust (Pauline); sisters-in-law Susie Hughey and 
Carrol Bursell (Chester); numerous nieces and nephews, and good friends.

Preceding Larry in death include his parents, Virgil and Hazel 
Montandon; his father and mother-in-law, Cyrus and Evelyn Reust, as well
 as sisters-in-law, Eloise Reust, Gaye Reust; and brother-in-law, John 
Hughey.

In memory of Larry, the family encourages you to donate to your local veterans’ organizations and charities.

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

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Larry Dale Montandon, 73, left this earth Sunday, April 5, 2020, at 
Blount Memorial Hospital in Maryville, Tennessee. Larry was born to 
Virgil and Hazel (Grounds) Montandon in Liberal, Kansas, on January 11, 
1947. He grew up on a ranch near Wallace, Kansas, and enjoyed being a 
big brother to his three sisters.In 1970, he married Evelyn Reust in Guymon, Oklahoma, and together 
they raised two daughters. He was the kind of father you looked up to. 
He was tough yet fair, stood for right and never walked away from a 
challenge.Larry loved his family and his country and was a steadfast advocate 
for Veterans and proud to be one. He never knew a stranger, nor met a 
horse or dog he didn't like, including his beloved horse Poco and his 
dogs Snoopy and Labrusky. Throughout his life, he found peace riding 
horses, listening to the geese and observing our natural world. He loved
 traveling with Evelyn, exploring new restaurants and roads, and 
enjoying his back-porch view of the Smoky Mountains.Larry wore many different hats, but one of his favorites was his 
cowboy hat. He farmed and ranched with Evelyn and his parents for nearly
 30 years, and that straw hat was atop his head often as he worked 
cattle or cut wheat. Larry was also proud to serve his nation and the 
men and women he led in the United States Armed Services, retiring as a 
Sergeant First Class in 1998. Larry was a Persian Gulf War veteran and a
 member of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Air Force Reserve, and Kansas 
National Guard.He also served as a District Magistrate Judge in Northwest Kansas; 
Manager of Kansas Veterans Cemeteries in WaKeeney and Fort Dodge; 
Director of the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, and Director 
of the M.J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson, South 
Carolina.Our cowboy and soldier has ridden off into the sunset and will be 
missed, but Larry just may be sitting on a porch with his loved ones and
 fellow Veterans, reunited and sharing stories.Larry is survived by his wife, Evelyn Montandon; daughters, Shantel 
Smith and husband Sean and Lennea Montandon; and grandchildren, Ryan and
 Savannah Smith and Cyrus Montandon. He is also survived by his sisters,
 Kaye Abel (John), Pat Schmitt (Dennis), and Shirley Myers (Larry); 
brother-in-Law, George Reust (Pauline); sisters-in-law Susie Hughey and 
Carrol Bursell (Chester); numerous nieces and nephews, and good friends.Preceding Larry in death include his parents, Virgil and Hazel 
Montandon; his father and mother-in-law, Cyrus and Evelyn Reust, as well
 as sisters-in-law, Eloise Reust, Gaye Reust; and brother-in-law, John 
Hughey.In memory of Larry, the family encourages you to donate to your local veterans’ organizations and charities.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Larry-Montandon">HERE</a> for service details.

Larry Dale Montandon

Janet Neighbors passed away surrounded by her loved ones on August 8, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska, at the age of 72.

Janet was born on November 13, 1948, in Hays, KS, to George and Hilda
 Bollig. She grew up in North Platte where she graduated from St. 
Patrick's High School in 1966 then attended Airline Training School in 
Denver, graduating in '67.

Janet met the love of her life, Glenn Neighbors, in Denver while he 
was serving in the U.S. Air Force. The couple married September 2, 1967,
 and were blessed with 53 years of marriage, two children, Glenn, Jr. 
and Heidi, and four grandchildren. Her family was her life, and her 
husband was her best friend. Janet and Glenn cherished their moments 
together and were truly in love with each other.

Janet worked at Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. then was privileged 
to later stay home and raise her children. Once the children were older,
 Janet worked at JC Penney, Messiah Lutheran Church as secretary, and 
Walmart.

Janet met her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ in December 1975. She 
attended The Rock Church and actively served in many areas from deacon 
board to pianist and secretary, youth teacher, ladies group and bible 
studies, and assisted Glenn with rest home services. She was also a Cub 
Scout den mother and proudly supported her children's and later 
grandchildren's activities. Janet enjoyed doing crafts and puzzles, 
spending time with her friends, bowling on women's leagues, and working 
out with her pool pals at the North Platte Rec Center.

Janet loved Jesus, her family and her friends. Her life was a blessing to those who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Hilda Bollig; 
sisters, Cheryl Keith and Darlene Hentges; twin brothers, Lawrence and 
Doorance Bollig; nephew, Gregory Folchert; Glenn's father and 
stepmother, Ron and Angela Neighbors; brothers-in-law, Nicholas Lastoka,
 Lyle Keith and John Hentges; and Glenn's stepbrothers, Art and George 
Aurand.

Janet is survived by her husband, Glenn, Sr., and son, Glenn, Jr., of
 North Platte; daughter, Heidi (Sid, Jr.) Fessler, of Broken Bow; 
grandchildren, Derrick (Paige) Neighbors, of North Platte, Allyson 
Neighbors, of Grand Island and Quinn Fessler and Sid Fessler, III, of 
Broken Bow; her sister, Deborah Lastoka, of Colorado Springs, CO; 
brother, Carl (Janet) Bollig, of Columbus; Glenn's brothers, Rondel 
(Marie) Neighbors and David (Michele) Neighbors, of California; as well 
as other relatives and her friends.

Celebration of Janet's life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, 
August 12, 2021, at The Rock Church. Burial will follow in Floral Lawns 
Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 
with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C
 &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers,
 please make memorial contributions to Foursquare Mission (in care of 
The Rock Church) or Hope Embraced Youth Outreach. Online condolences may
 be shared at odeanchapel.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628601172021.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Janet Neighbors passed away surrounded by her loved ones on August 8, 2021, at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Nebraska, at the age of 72.Janet was born on November 13, 1948, in Hays, KS, to George and Hilda
 Bollig. She grew up in North Platte where she graduated from St. 
Patrick's High School in 1966 then attended Airline Training School in 
Denver, graduating in '67.Janet met the love of her life, Glenn Neighbors, in Denver while he 
was serving in the U.S. Air Force. The couple married September 2, 1967,
 and were blessed with 53 years of marriage, two children, Glenn, Jr. 
and Heidi, and four grandchildren. Her family was her life, and her 
husband was her best friend. Janet and Glenn cherished their moments 
together and were truly in love with each other.Janet worked at Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. then was privileged 
to later stay home and raise her children. Once the children were older,
 Janet worked at JC Penney, Messiah Lutheran Church as secretary, and 
Walmart.Janet met her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ in December 1975. She 
attended The Rock Church and actively served in many areas from deacon 
board to pianist and secretary, youth teacher, ladies group and bible 
studies, and assisted Glenn with rest home services. She was also a Cub 
Scout den mother and proudly supported her children's and later 
grandchildren's activities. Janet enjoyed doing crafts and puzzles, 
spending time with her friends, bowling on women's leagues, and working 
out with her pool pals at the North Platte Rec Center.Janet loved Jesus, her family and her friends. Her life was a blessing to those who knew her.She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Hilda Bollig; 
sisters, Cheryl Keith and Darlene Hentges; twin brothers, Lawrence and 
Doorance Bollig; nephew, Gregory Folchert; Glenn's father and 
stepmother, Ron and Angela Neighbors; brothers-in-law, Nicholas Lastoka,
 Lyle Keith and John Hentges; and Glenn's stepbrothers, Art and George 
Aurand.Janet is survived by her husband, Glenn, Sr., and son, Glenn, Jr., of
 North Platte; daughter, Heidi (Sid, Jr.) Fessler, of Broken Bow; 
grandchildren, Derrick (Paige) Neighbors, of North Platte, Allyson 
Neighbors, of Grand Island and Quinn Fessler and Sid Fessler, III, of 
Broken Bow; her sister, Deborah Lastoka, of Colorado Springs, CO; 
brother, Carl (Janet) Bollig, of Columbus; Glenn's brothers, Rondel 
(Marie) Neighbors and David (Michele) Neighbors, of California; as well 
as other relatives and her friends.Celebration of Janet's life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, 
August 12, 2021, at The Rock Church. Burial will follow in Floral Lawns 
Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 
with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C
 &amp; Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers,
 please make memorial contributions to Foursquare Mission (in care of 
The Rock Church) or Hope Embraced Youth Outreach. Online condolences may
 be shared at odeanchapel.com.

Janet Neighbors

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Morris J. Froelich, age 87, of Gorham, Kansas died August 8, 2021, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Services are Pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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

Morris J. Froelich, age 87, of Gorham, Kansas died August 8, 2021, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Services are Pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;

Morris J. Froelich

Clarice Elaine Peteete&nbsp;(Kelly), a lifelong nurse and educator, was born April 29, 1924, as the fourth child of her beloved parents Herman Albertis “Bert” and Theodora (Pacak) Kelly.&nbsp;

Clarice grew up in the small Kansas community of Montrose alongside her five siblings: Faye, Mildred, Irvin, Molly, and Orris.

Growing up, Clarice had a knack for excelling in whatever she set her mind to. As a student, Clarice’s teachers remembered her as one of the brightest students they ever taught. Her classmates likely agreed as Clarice, getting her start as a teacher early, was known for tutoring struggling classmates in complex science subjects – subjects that would become a lifelong passion of hers. As an athlete, Clarice was the girls singles tennis state champion three years in a row and a softball pitcher feared by other schools. A lover of music and a talented pianist, Clarice rarely had a chance to dance at school dances or parties as her classmates relied on her to play the music.

In the midst of the Second World War, Clarice graduated valedictorian of her high school class in 1942, and like many other young women, did her part supporting the war effort. She moved to Wichita, where she worked in the Beech Aircraft Factory as a secretary and joined the Beech Guardettes.

Eventually, however, Clarice, a lover of science, learning, and helping others, found herself drawn to nursing. In 1944 she moved to Topeka and was inducted into the United States Cadet Nurse Corps, serving at St. Francis Hospital. Clarice's dream of becoming a flight nurse and serving on the frontlines was dashed when she found out she was half an inch too tall.

Whatever her backup plans may have been, it didn’t matter once she met James (or “Jimmy” as she called him at the time), an airman stationed at nearby Forbes Field. It was on a blind, double date set up by her roommate Lila she met James Peteete, her future husband. Lila’s date, Rob, had gone through basic training with Jim and, after both were shot down over Europe, were prisoners of war alongside each other. These two couples, Jim and Clarice and Lila and Rob would remain lifelong friends.

In 1946, a few months short of Clarice’s graduation, Jim received new orders to report to Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. Despite his insistence she should graduate, that he would wait for her, Clarice did a thoroughly modern thing – she proposed to him (and likely wouldn’t have taken no for an answer). They were married in Topeka, where Clarice, ever the trailblazer, forewent a traditional wedding dress for a beautiful golden suit. Thus began their marriage of 70 years.

They had their first child, James “Kelly,” a year later in 1947. The couple would have seven more children over the years: Pat, Terry, Mike, Linda, Becky, Matt, and Sean.

Clarice and Jim chose to raise their children in her hometown of Montrose. There, Clarice was highly involved in the community, teaching music, organizing musicals, and running the local Farmer’s Co-op office. She accomplished all of this while raising a growing young family.

In 1970, the family moved to Hays because Clarice made, for the time, a brave decision – she wanted to go back to school. Clarice and Jim would remain in Hays for the rest of their lives. All while working full-time as a nurse’s assistant at a local hospital and raising young children, Clarice completed her long-delayed Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Fort Hays State University in 1972. Clarice followed her BSN up with a Master in Secondary Education degree from FHSU in 1979 and a Master of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Kansas in 1983.

After graduation in 1972, Clarice worked as a charge nurse at a local hospital but, more importantly, began working as a nursing instructor at FHSU, reigniting her passion for teaching. Clarice eventually became an Associate Professor at FHSU. Asked on several occasions to consider becoming the Chair of the Nursing Department, Clarice would always say no. She wanted to keep doing what she loved – working side-by-side with students.

A beloved professor, Clarice was voted FHSU’s best faculty member by the graduating class of 1977, winning the prestigious Pilot Award in gratitude for her teaching, advice, and friendship. More than mere awards, a better example of the love Clarice’s students had for her was in how often former students would come up to her whenever and wherever they saw her, even decades later, to tell her how much she meant to them as a professor.

Clarice retired from FHSU in 1990 but not from teaching. She continued as an educator by helping to create a rural nursing education outreach program. She traveled the state, giving lectures and teaching health programs to people in small, rural Kansas communities. It wasn’t until 1995, at the age of 71, Clarice finally retired.

In her retirement, Clarice put the same effort, love, and attention into her family and grandchildren. She was always quick to drop everything to dote on her grandchildren, making sure her cookie jar was always full, her schedule was free to spend hours catching up and taking them on adventures to see dinosaurs at the Sternberg or FHSU’s bison herd. She was truly the matriarch of her family and was deeply important to every one of them.

Ultimately, Clarice, a vibrant, loving person, blazed a trail for young women after her. As a “mother to everyone,” her strengths were obvious to those lucky enough to meet her. It was obvious in her supreme kindness and love for others; it was obvious from her absolute joy in seeing others succeed; it was obvious from her desire to support others through their struggles. Most of all, however, it was obvious from her willingness through each stage of her life, whether as a young woman or as a grandmother, to give her all to help others. Clarice touched many lives in this community and will be dearly missed by all who had a chance to enjoy her friendship, mentorship, and love.

Clarice is survived by one brother, Orris Kelly, and one sister, Molly McCampbell. She is also survived by seven children, Kelly, Linda, Terry, Mike, Becky, Matt, and Sean, nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be 10 AM Saturday, August 14, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church - Hays, 305 West 7th Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow the services in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Republic County, KS.

Memorials are suggested to: FHSU Department of Nursing in memory of Clarice Peteete.

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

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Clarice Elaine Peteete&nbsp;(Kelly), a lifelong nurse and educator, was born April 29, 1924, as the fourth child of her beloved parents Herman Albertis “Bert” and Theodora (Pacak) Kelly.&nbsp;Clarice grew up in the small Kansas community of Montrose alongside her five siblings: Faye, Mildred, Irvin, Molly, and Orris.Growing up, Clarice had a knack for excelling in whatever she set her mind to. As a student, Clarice’s teachers remembered her as one of the brightest students they ever taught. Her classmates likely agreed as Clarice, getting her start as a teacher early, was known for tutoring struggling classmates in complex science subjects – subjects that would become a lifelong passion of hers. As an athlete, Clarice was the girls singles tennis state champion three years in a row and a softball pitcher feared by other schools. A lover of music and a talented pianist, Clarice rarely had a chance to dance at school dances or parties as her classmates relied on her to play the music.In the midst of the Second World War, Clarice graduated valedictorian of her high school class in 1942, and like many other young women, did her part supporting the war effort. She moved to Wichita, where she worked in the Beech Aircraft Factory as a secretary and joined the Beech Guardettes.Eventually, however, Clarice, a lover of science, learning, and helping others, found herself drawn to nursing. In 1944 she moved to Topeka and was inducted into the United States Cadet Nurse Corps, serving at St. Francis Hospital. Clarice's dream of becoming a flight nurse and serving on the frontlines was dashed when she found out she was half an inch too tall.Whatever her backup plans may have been, it didn’t matter once she met James (or “Jimmy” as she called him at the time), an airman stationed at nearby Forbes Field. It was on a blind, double date set up by her roommate Lila she met James Peteete, her future husband. Lila’s date, Rob, had gone through basic training with Jim and, after both were shot down over Europe, were prisoners of war alongside each other. These two couples, Jim and Clarice and Lila and Rob would remain lifelong friends.In 1946, a few months short of Clarice’s graduation, Jim received new orders to report to Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. Despite his insistence she should graduate, that he would wait for her, Clarice did a thoroughly modern thing – she proposed to him (and likely wouldn’t have taken no for an answer). They were married in Topeka, where Clarice, ever the trailblazer, forewent a traditional wedding dress for a beautiful golden suit. Thus began their marriage of 70 years.They had their first child, James “Kelly,” a year later in 1947. The couple would have seven more children over the years: Pat, Terry, Mike, Linda, Becky, Matt, and Sean.Clarice and Jim chose to raise their children in her hometown of Montrose. There, Clarice was highly involved in the community, teaching music, organizing musicals, and running the local Farmer’s Co-op office. She accomplished all of this while raising a growing young family.In 1970, the family moved to Hays because Clarice made, for the time, a brave decision – she wanted to go back to school. Clarice and Jim would remain in Hays for the rest of their lives. All while working full-time as a nurse’s assistant at a local hospital and raising young children, Clarice completed her long-delayed Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Fort Hays State University in 1972. Clarice followed her BSN up with a Master in Secondary Education degree from FHSU in 1979 and a Master of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Kansas in 1983.After graduation in 1972, Clarice worked as a charge nurse at a local hospital but, more importantly, began working as a nursing instructor at FHSU, reigniting her passion for teaching. Clarice eventually became an Associate Professor at FHSU. Asked on several occasions to consider becoming the Chair of the Nursing Department, Clarice would always say no. She wanted to keep doing what she loved – working side-by-side with students.A beloved professor, Clarice was voted FHSU’s best faculty member by the graduating class of 1977, winning the prestigious Pilot Award in gratitude for her teaching, advice, and friendship. More than mere awards, a better example of the love Clarice’s students had for her was in how often former students would come up to her whenever and wherever they saw her, even decades later, to tell her how much she meant to them as a professor.Clarice retired from FHSU in 1990 but not from teaching. She continued as an educator by helping to create a rural nursing education outreach program. She traveled the state, giving lectures and teaching health programs to people in small, rural Kansas communities. It wasn’t until 1995, at the age of 71, Clarice finally retired.In her retirement, Clarice put the same effort, love, and attention into her family and grandchildren. She was always quick to drop everything to dote on her grandchildren, making sure her cookie jar was always full, her schedule was free to spend hours catching up and taking them on adventures to see dinosaurs at the Sternberg or FHSU’s bison herd. She was truly the matriarch of her family and was deeply important to every one of them.Ultimately, Clarice, a vibrant, loving person, blazed a trail for young women after her. As a “mother to everyone,” her strengths were obvious to those lucky enough to meet her. It was obvious in her supreme kindness and love for others; it was obvious from her absolute joy in seeing others succeed; it was obvious from her desire to support others through their struggles. Most of all, however, it was obvious from her willingness through each stage of her life, whether as a young woman or as a grandmother, to give her all to help others. Clarice touched many lives in this community and will be dearly missed by all who had a chance to enjoy her friendship, mentorship, and love.Clarice is survived by one brother, Orris Kelly, and one sister, Molly McCampbell. She is also survived by seven children, Kelly, Linda, Terry, Mike, Becky, Matt, and Sean, nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.Funeral Services will be 10 AM Saturday, August 14, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church - Hays, 305 West 7th Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow the services in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Republic County, KS.Memorials are suggested to: FHSU Department of Nursing in memory of Clarice Peteete.Services in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Clarice Elaine Peteete (Kelly)

Milford Lee Kirchhoff was born on April 25, 1930, in rural Athol, Kansas
 to Lena (Kuhlmann) and Henry Kirchhoff Jr. On August 7, 2021, Milford 
made his way to his eternal home in Heaven at the age of 91 at Smith 
County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center, Kansas. Milford was baptized at
 St. John Lutheran Church, Athol, on May 18, 1930 by Rev. A.C. 
Fleischmann, and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church, Athol, on April 
2, 1944 by Rev. F. Efken. 
 Milford grew up on the family farm and helped his parents. His 
father developed polio at a young age, so Milford had many 
responsibilities from an early age. Milford served in the Armed Forces 
during the Korean conflict from 1952 to 1954. He had many stories of 
his time stationed in Alaska.
 Milford met Marion Sasse at Luther League when her family came from 
rural Hardy, Nebraska, to visit cousins in the Athol area. Milford and 
Marion were united in marriage on September 28, 1956, at St. Paul 
Lutheran Church in rural Deshler, Nebraska, by Rev. George Obermeyer. 
Milford and Marion were blessed with one daughter, Carol.
 Milford and Marion worked side by side everyday raising their 
daughter and working on the farm. Milford loved working the land and 
was always very good at “fixing” things. Milford was very involved in 
the church at St. John Lutheran. Milford served several terms on the 
Church Council and as Sunday School Superintendent. He also helped 
Marion with the Funeral Committee for many years. 
 Milford and Marion enjoyed playing cards with their group of 
friends, who never missed a birthday, anniversary or New Year’s Eve 
together. They shared laughs and great times. The couple also made 
many friends square dancing, as they traveled Kansas and Nebraska 
following
 their favorite callers.
 Milford loved and was very proud of his grandchildren. He enjoyed 
having them help on the farm. Cory said his Grandpa could fix anything 
with what he had on the farm. Most recently, he loved being Great 
Grandpa to Sawyer, Avery, and Lola. They brought him many smiles!
 Milford was preceded in death by his wife, Marion, his parents, his 
sister, Sylvia, and brother-in-law Lawrence Sasse. Left to celebrate 
his life are: daughter, Carol Rahjes and husband Don of Kensington; 
granddaughter Kelsey (Rahjes) Levin and husband Garrett of Kensington; 
grandson Cory Rahjes and wife Audrey of Kensington; great 
granddaughters, Sawyer and Avery Levin, and Lola Rahjes of Kensington; 
three nephews, Glenn Sasse of Hardy, Nebraska; Gerald Sasse and wife 
Cindy of Deshler, Nebraska; Galen Sasse and wife Melissa of Deshler, 
Nebraska; two great nephews, Chris Sasse and wife Desiree and their 
daughter Elsie of Lincoln, Nebraska; and Matthew Sasse of Deshler, 
Nebraska; five great nieces, Shelly Sasse and significant other Brian 
Parks of San Francisco, CA; Madison and Mikayla Sasse of Fremont, 
Nebraska; Brooke and Claire Sasse of Deshler, Nebraska and many other 
relatives and friends.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Milford-Kirchhoff?obId=21950452#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

<figure>
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 </figure>Milford Lee Kirchhoff was born on April 25, 1930, in rural Athol, Kansas
 to Lena (Kuhlmann) and Henry Kirchhoff Jr. On August 7, 2021, Milford 
made his way to his eternal home in Heaven at the age of 91 at Smith 
County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center, Kansas. Milford was baptized at
 St. John Lutheran Church, Athol, on May 18, 1930 by Rev. A.C. 
Fleischmann, and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church, Athol, on April 
2, 1944 by Rev. F. Efken. 
 Milford grew up on the family farm and helped his parents. His 
father developed polio at a young age, so Milford had many 
responsibilities from an early age. Milford served in the Armed Forces 
during the Korean conflict from 1952 to 1954. He had many stories of 
his time stationed in Alaska.
 Milford met Marion Sasse at Luther League when her family came from 
rural Hardy, Nebraska, to visit cousins in the Athol area. Milford and 
Marion were united in marriage on September 28, 1956, at St. Paul 
Lutheran Church in rural Deshler, Nebraska, by Rev. George Obermeyer. 
Milford and Marion were blessed with one daughter, Carol.
 Milford and Marion worked side by side everyday raising their 
daughter and working on the farm. Milford loved working the land and 
was always very good at “fixing” things. Milford was very involved in 
the church at St. John Lutheran. Milford served several terms on the 
Church Council and as Sunday School Superintendent. He also helped 
Marion with the Funeral Committee for many years. 
 Milford and Marion enjoyed playing cards with their group of 
friends, who never missed a birthday, anniversary or New Year’s Eve 
together. They shared laughs and great times. The couple also made 
many friends square dancing, as they traveled Kansas and Nebraska 
following
 their favorite callers.
 Milford loved and was very proud of his grandchildren. He enjoyed 
having them help on the farm. Cory said his Grandpa could fix anything 
with what he had on the farm. Most recently, he loved being Great 
Grandpa to Sawyer, Avery, and Lola. They brought him many smiles!
 Milford was preceded in death by his wife, Marion, his parents, his 
sister, Sylvia, and brother-in-law Lawrence Sasse. Left to celebrate 
his life are: daughter, Carol Rahjes and husband Don of Kensington; 
granddaughter Kelsey (Rahjes) Levin and husband Garrett of Kensington; 
grandson Cory Rahjes and wife Audrey of Kensington; great 
granddaughters, Sawyer and Avery Levin, and Lola Rahjes of Kensington; 
three nephews, Glenn Sasse of Hardy, Nebraska; Gerald Sasse and wife 
Cindy of Deshler, Nebraska; Galen Sasse and wife Melissa of Deshler, 
Nebraska; two great nephews, Chris Sasse and wife Desiree and their 
daughter Elsie of Lincoln, Nebraska; and Matthew Sasse of Deshler, 
Nebraska; five great nieces, Shelly Sasse and significant other Brian 
Parks of San Francisco, CA; Madison and Mikayla Sasse of Fremont, 
Nebraska; Brooke and Claire Sasse of Deshler, Nebraska and many other 
relatives and friends.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Milford-Kirchhoff?obId=21950452#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Milford Kirchhoff

Max Gene Vaughn, 86, of Colby, passed away August 7, 2021, at Citizens 
Medical Center, in Colby, KS. Max was born January 11, 1935, in Selden, 
KS, to Ted and Myrtle (Brown) Vaughn. 
Max spent two years in the United States Army. After that, he was 
self-employed, custom harvesting, running a dirt construction business 
and trucking. He was very creative, could fix anything and did all this 
own repairs. Max enjoyed car racing, in his younger days, as a driver, 
and later, as a spectator in the grandstands. Max was a self-taught 
musician. He particularly enjoyed the “Old Country Music.” He played 
guitar in a band, “Off Limits," and played dances and at the local 
nursing homes. Max was such a people person, and he loved his coffee. He
 could always be found at the local coffee shops entertaining others 
with his witty sense of humor. Max married Beverly Bonner on September 
6, 1984, in Hot Springs, SD. 
Max was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Dean, Donald and Clarence and sisters, Myrna, Clara and Doris. 
He is survived by his wife Bev, of Colby; daughter LaDonna (Joe) Newman,
 of Hoxie, KS; son Rick (Kathy) Vaughn, of Colby, KS; 5 grandchildren 
and 14 great-grandchildren. 
A private graveside service will take place at Beulah Cemetery, Colby. 
Memorials may be made to the Citizens Foundation, for the facility dog, 
Ivana, and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Max Gene Vaughn, 86, of Colby, passed away August 7, 2021, at Citizens 
Medical Center, in Colby, KS. Max was born January 11, 1935, in Selden, 
KS, to Ted and Myrtle (Brown) Vaughn. 
Max spent two years in the United States Army. After that, he was 
self-employed, custom harvesting, running a dirt construction business 
and trucking. He was very creative, could fix anything and did all this 
own repairs. Max enjoyed car racing, in his younger days, as a driver, 
and later, as a spectator in the grandstands. Max was a self-taught 
musician. He particularly enjoyed the “Old Country Music.” He played 
guitar in a band, “Off Limits," and played dances and at the local 
nursing homes. Max was such a people person, and he loved his coffee. He
 could always be found at the local coffee shops entertaining others 
with his witty sense of humor. Max married Beverly Bonner on September 
6, 1984, in Hot Springs, SD. 
Max was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Dean, Donald and Clarence and sisters, Myrna, Clara and Doris. 
He is survived by his wife Bev, of Colby; daughter LaDonna (Joe) Newman,
 of Hoxie, KS; son Rick (Kathy) Vaughn, of Colby, KS; 5 grandchildren 
and 14 great-grandchildren. 
A private graveside service will take place at Beulah Cemetery, Colby. 
Memorials may be made to the Citizens Foundation, for the facility dog, 
Ivana, and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Max Gene Vaughn

Jack Eugene Broughton, 93, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, 
August 5, 2021, at the Kansas Soldiers Home in Fort Dodge, Kansas.

Jack was born on August 29, 1927, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, the son of 
Leonard Clark and Thelma Theora (Parks) Broughton. He graduated from 
Hoisington Kansas High School and later enlisted in the United States 
Navy. Jack led a long successful illustrious career in the Oil &amp; Gas
 Industry. His dedication was showcased by his myriad of roles spanning 
over 60 years. Jack was highly respected and recognized by many in his 
industry. His work took him many places throughout Kansas, Oklahoma, 
Louisiana, North Dakota, and Colorado. His responsibilities ranged from a
 driller in early years to advanced management in the later.

Nonetheless, in the twilight of his career, Jack chose to work as a 
bus driver in the Larned school system where he used his charm and humor
 to entertain the children whom he shuttled to and from school and their
 events. He was an active member of the Fort Dodge American Legion #107,
 as well as the Hoisington Masonic Lodge. He will be greatly missed by 
all who had the pleasure of experiencing his fun-loving, helpful, and 
charming personality. Jack also cherished the mountains where he often 
ventured, spending many splendorous getaways with those he loved even 
more.

On June 3, 1947, Jack married the love of his life Doris “La Dene” 
Brewer of Hoisington, Kansas and started a family that gifted them their
 seven children. Doris preceded him in death on November 4, 2007. He is 
survived by a daughter, LeeAnn Castaneda and husband Earnest, from 
Springfield, Missouri; two sons, Ron Broughton and wife, Jayne, of 
Owasso, Oklahoma and Jack “Jackie” Broughton from The Woodlands, Texas; 
17 grandchildren; and nine greatgrandchildren. Among other dearly 
departed family members include: two daughters, Kerri Lainge and Lisa 
Broughton, two sons Everett Broughton and Kevin Broughton, and his 
brother and two sisters: Billy Broughton, Loretta French, and Rosalie 
Renz.

A Celebration of Jack’s life will be held Friday, August 13, 2021, at
 1:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City with Rev. Shawn Fletcher 
officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Ft. 
Dodge with full Military Honors by the United States Navy and the Howard
 Gotschall VFW Post 1714. There will be no public viewing, as cremation 
has taken place. Friends and family are welcomed to sign the register 
book Thursday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel.

The family has suggested for memorials to be sent to the Ft. Dodge 
Museum in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City,
 Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Jack Eugene Broughton, 93, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, 
August 5, 2021, at the Kansas Soldiers Home in Fort Dodge, Kansas.Jack was born on August 29, 1927, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, the son of 
Leonard Clark and Thelma Theora (Parks) Broughton. He graduated from 
Hoisington Kansas High School and later enlisted in the United States 
Navy. Jack led a long successful illustrious career in the Oil &amp; Gas
 Industry. His dedication was showcased by his myriad of roles spanning 
over 60 years. Jack was highly respected and recognized by many in his 
industry. His work took him many places throughout Kansas, Oklahoma, 
Louisiana, North Dakota, and Colorado. His responsibilities ranged from a
 driller in early years to advanced management in the later.Nonetheless, in the twilight of his career, Jack chose to work as a 
bus driver in the Larned school system where he used his charm and humor
 to entertain the children whom he shuttled to and from school and their
 events. He was an active member of the Fort Dodge American Legion #107,
 as well as the Hoisington Masonic Lodge. He will be greatly missed by 
all who had the pleasure of experiencing his fun-loving, helpful, and 
charming personality. Jack also cherished the mountains where he often 
ventured, spending many splendorous getaways with those he loved even 
more.On June 3, 1947, Jack married the love of his life Doris “La Dene” 
Brewer of Hoisington, Kansas and started a family that gifted them their
 seven children. Doris preceded him in death on November 4, 2007. He is 
survived by a daughter, LeeAnn Castaneda and husband Earnest, from 
Springfield, Missouri; two sons, Ron Broughton and wife, Jayne, of 
Owasso, Oklahoma and Jack “Jackie” Broughton from The Woodlands, Texas; 
17 grandchildren; and nine greatgrandchildren. Among other dearly 
departed family members include: two daughters, Kerri Lainge and Lisa 
Broughton, two sons Everett Broughton and Kevin Broughton, and his 
brother and two sisters: Billy Broughton, Loretta French, and Rosalie 
Renz.A Celebration of Jack’s life will be held Friday, August 13, 2021, at
 1:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City with Rev. Shawn Fletcher 
officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Ft. 
Dodge with full Military Honors by the United States Navy and the Howard
 Gotschall VFW Post 1714. There will be no public viewing, as cremation 
has taken place. Friends and family are welcomed to sign the register 
book Thursday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel.The family has suggested for memorials to be sent to the Ft. Dodge 
Museum in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City,
 Kansas 67801.

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