Martha Jane Bollinger, age 85, passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021,
 at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
June 11, 1936, in LaPlata, Missouri, the daughter of Bernard and Blanche
 Willey Campbell.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she worked
 for Scott County Law Enforcement for 4 years and then retired from KN 
Energy after 18 years of service.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas 
for over 60 years, served as deaconess, ABW Treasurer, Bible Study 
Circle Treasurer, Bible School teacher, Sunday School Teacher, calling 
coordinator for Baptist Senior Fellowship for several years, and was 
also a member of the XiDelta Kappa Sorority division of Alpha Omega 
sorority.

On October 27, 1956, she married Alan Dale Bollinger in Grigston, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on October 1, 2014, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include her One Son - Dan &amp; Joni Bollinger of Dighton, 
Kansas, Two Daughters - Melinda &amp; André Girod of Colorado Springs, 
Colorado, Tami &amp; Coleby Thomas of Hays, Kansas, Four Granddaughters -
 Julie Fields of Fort Drum, New York, Mishelle Williams of Sevierville, 
Tennessee, Cora Thomas of Hays, Kansas, Stella Thomas of Hays, Kansas, 
Three Grandsons - Scott Williams of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tony 
Girod of Germany, Trevor Bollinger of Lawrence, Kansas, Eight Great 
Grandchildren, and One Great Great Grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, and Husband.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 13, 
2021, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle 
Evans presiding. Services will be streamed live at 
www.priceandsons.com.&nbsp; Click the live stream tab on the left side of the
 obituary&nbsp;or click on "<a href="https://evt.live/jbollinger">LIVESTREAM</a>"&nbsp;starting at 10:25 a.m.

Memorials may be written to the First Baptist Church or Silent Angels
 in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas, 67871.

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

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628360828256.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Martha Jane Bollinger, age 85, passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021,
 at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
June 11, 1936, in LaPlata, Missouri, the daughter of Bernard and Blanche
 Willey Campbell.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, she worked
 for Scott County Law Enforcement for 4 years and then retired from KN 
Energy after 18 years of service.She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas 
for over 60 years, served as deaconess, ABW Treasurer, Bible Study 
Circle Treasurer, Bible School teacher, Sunday School Teacher, calling 
coordinator for Baptist Senior Fellowship for several years, and was 
also a member of the XiDelta Kappa Sorority division of Alpha Omega 
sorority.On October 27, 1956, she married Alan Dale Bollinger in Grigston, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on October 1, 2014, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her One Son - Dan &amp; Joni Bollinger of Dighton, 
Kansas, Two Daughters - Melinda &amp; André Girod of Colorado Springs, 
Colorado, Tami &amp; Coleby Thomas of Hays, Kansas, Four Granddaughters -
 Julie Fields of Fort Drum, New York, Mishelle Williams of Sevierville, 
Tennessee, Cora Thomas of Hays, Kansas, Stella Thomas of Hays, Kansas, 
Three Grandsons - Scott Williams of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tony 
Girod of Germany, Trevor Bollinger of Lawrence, Kansas, Eight Great 
Grandchildren, and One Great Great Grandchild.She was preceded in death by her Parents, and Husband.Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 13, 
2021, at the First Baptist Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Kyle 
Evans presiding. Services will be streamed live at 
www.priceandsons.com.&nbsp; Click the live stream tab on the left side of the
 obituary&nbsp;or click on "<a href="https://evt.live/jbollinger">LIVESTREAM</a>"&nbsp;starting at 10:25 a.m.Memorials may be written to the First Baptist Church or Silent Angels
 in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas, 67871.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 10:00
 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott
 City, Kansas.

Jane Bollinger

Jim L. Hilburn was born August 2, 1930, in Campus, Kansas, to Willard and
 Lula (Bunch) Hilburn. Jim went to be with his Lord and Savior on 
Thursday, August 5, 2021, at the Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term
 Care. He graduated from Sheridan County High School in 1949. On May 
13, 1951, Jim married Marjorie Kathrine Morgan. They were residents of 
Hoxie all their married life. Jim worked for Deibert Construction 
initially and then began working for Central Kansas Power Company 
(Midwest Energy) in September 1951 and remained with them as lineman and
 foreman through December 1987.
 Jim truly loved the Lord. He was a Gideon. Jim was baptized in the
 Hoxie Christian Church and served at the church as Chairman of the 
Board, Elder, Trustee, Deacon, Property Chairman, and Sunday School 
teacher for over 35 years and any other position he was needed. He and 
Marj hosted a Bible Study in their home for 40 years. Jim also served 
on the Board of Directors of the Historical Society for several years 
and on the Board of Ridgewood Manor for many years as well. He operated
 the little cars at the Sheridan County Fair for the Hoxie Christian 
Church. Jim enjoyed helping Leonard at the farm, loved horses, watching
 rodeos, square dancing and playing cards. Jim was a hard worker and 
never slowed down.
 Jim is survived by his son, Bill and wife Ruth Morgan, a daughter 
Carol Sewell and husband Leonard; siblings, Margaret, Keith, Clarence 
and Grace; twelve grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren; 30 
great-great-grandchildren; and many friends.
 He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie; parents, Willard and
 Lula Hilburn; siblings, Clyde, Oliver, Merle, Dean, Charlotte, Kathryn,
 Wilford, Gladys and Hazel; daughter, Dolores Kjellberg; granddaughter, 
Deanna Schroeder; and grandson, Dante Walker.
 A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, August 9, 2021, at 10:30 
A.M. at the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie, Kansas. Interment will 
follow the service in the Studley Cemetery, Studley, Kansas. Visitation
 will be held Sunday, August 8, 2021, at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral 
Home, Hoxie, Kansas, from 1:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Memorials are 
suggested to the Hoxie Christian Church or the Northwest Kansas Hospice.
 Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com 
 Jim was truly dedicated to his Lord and Savior and his loving 
family. Jim enjoyed doing so many things such as riding horses, 
gardening, mowing, teaching Sunday School , driving the grain cart, and
 participating in card club. Most of all he loved his family and was 
the best Grampy ever! He was a giving man who was so much to so many.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628360755790.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jim L. Hilburn was born August 2, 1930, in Campus, Kansas, to Willard and
 Lula (Bunch) Hilburn. Jim went to be with his Lord and Savior on 
Thursday, August 5, 2021, at the Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term
 Care. He graduated from Sheridan County High School in 1949. On May 
13, 1951, Jim married Marjorie Kathrine Morgan. They were residents of 
Hoxie all their married life. Jim worked for Deibert Construction 
initially and then began working for Central Kansas Power Company 
(Midwest Energy) in September 1951 and remained with them as lineman and
 foreman through December 1987.
 Jim truly loved the Lord. He was a Gideon. Jim was baptized in the
 Hoxie Christian Church and served at the church as Chairman of the 
Board, Elder, Trustee, Deacon, Property Chairman, and Sunday School 
teacher for over 35 years and any other position he was needed. He and 
Marj hosted a Bible Study in their home for 40 years. Jim also served 
on the Board of Directors of the Historical Society for several years 
and on the Board of Ridgewood Manor for many years as well. He operated
 the little cars at the Sheridan County Fair for the Hoxie Christian 
Church. Jim enjoyed helping Leonard at the farm, loved horses, watching
 rodeos, square dancing and playing cards. Jim was a hard worker and 
never slowed down.
 Jim is survived by his son, Bill and wife Ruth Morgan, a daughter 
Carol Sewell and husband Leonard; siblings, Margaret, Keith, Clarence 
and Grace; twelve grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren; 30 
great-great-grandchildren; and many friends.
 He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie; parents, Willard and
 Lula Hilburn; siblings, Clyde, Oliver, Merle, Dean, Charlotte, Kathryn,
 Wilford, Gladys and Hazel; daughter, Dolores Kjellberg; granddaughter, 
Deanna Schroeder; and grandson, Dante Walker.
 A Funeral Service is planned for Monday, August 9, 2021, at 10:30 
A.M. at the Hoxie Christian Church, Hoxie, Kansas. Interment will 
follow the service in the Studley Cemetery, Studley, Kansas. Visitation
 will be held Sunday, August 8, 2021, at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral 
Home, Hoxie, Kansas, from 1:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Memorials are 
suggested to the Hoxie Christian Church or the Northwest Kansas Hospice.
 Memorials may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 
987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com 
 Jim was truly dedicated to his Lord and Savior and his loving 
family. Jim enjoyed doing so many things such as riding horses, 
gardening, mowing, teaching Sunday School , driving the grain cart, and
 participating in card club. Most of all he loved his family and was 
the best Grampy ever! He was a giving man who was so much to so many.

Jim L. Hilburn

Theresa Marie (Leiker) Haselhorst,&nbsp; age 91,&nbsp; Hays, Kansas died August 7, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays. &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;

Theresa Marie (Leiker) Haselhorst,&nbsp; age 91,&nbsp; Hays, Kansas died August 7, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays. &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;

Theresa Marie (Leiker) Haselhorst

Rita M. (Schoendaller) Leiker, age 94 
of Hays, Kansas, died Thursday, August 5, 2021, at her home.&nbsp; She was born
 June 7, 1927, in Hays, Kansas, to Jacob F. and Susanna (Brungardt) 
Schoendaller.&nbsp; She married Norman A. Leiker on January 16, 1970, in 
Niles, Kansas.

She was a Learning Disability 
Specialist and a Reading Specialist teacher in various school districts 
for the Salina and Wichita Diocese for 45 years.&nbsp; She retired in 1992 
and moved to Hays in 2015 from Wichita.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate 
Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.

She is survived by her husband, 
Norman A. Leiker, of the home; one brother, Jacob C. Schoendaller and 
wife, Mary Ann, Great Falls, MT; one sister-in-law, Barbara Clarke, 
Hays, KS.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents; two brothers, Alvin Schoendaller, Robert Schoendaller; five 
sisters, Loretta Giebler, Mary Schurr, Armella Melson, Germaine 
Holmgrem, Mildred Hoagland; and one infant brother, John Schoendaller.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 
at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, 18th and Vine, Hays, Kansas with Father Nick Parker 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

A vigil service and rosary will be
 at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 
22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 
9:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and form 9:00 to
 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, at the Church.

The family suggests memorials to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628360478182.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Rita M. (Schoendaller) Leiker, age 94 
of Hays, Kansas, died Thursday, August 5, 2021, at her home.&nbsp; She was born
 June 7, 1927, in Hays, Kansas, to Jacob F. and Susanna (Brungardt) 
Schoendaller.&nbsp; She married Norman A. Leiker on January 16, 1970, in 
Niles, Kansas.She was a Learning Disability 
Specialist and a Reading Specialist teacher in various school districts 
for the Salina and Wichita Diocese for 45 years.&nbsp; She retired in 1992 
and moved to Hays in 2015 from Wichita.&nbsp; She was a member of Immaculate 
Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas.She is survived by her husband, 
Norman A. Leiker, of the home; one brother, Jacob C. Schoendaller and 
wife, Mary Ann, Great Falls, MT; one sister-in-law, Barbara Clarke, 
Hays, KS.She was preceded in death by her 
parents; two brothers, Alvin Schoendaller, Robert Schoendaller; five 
sisters, Loretta Giebler, Mary Schurr, Armella Melson, Germaine 
Holmgrem, Mildred Hoagland; and one infant brother, John Schoendaller.Mass of Christian Burial will be 
at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, 18th and Vine, Hays, Kansas with Father Nick Parker 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.A vigil service and rosary will be
 at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 
22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 
9:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and form 9:00 to
 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, at the Church.The family suggests memorials to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.Condolences can be sent via e-mail
 to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Rita M. (Schoendaller) Leiker

William Lee Hammack was born in West Plains, Missouri July 17th, 1954, to Herb and Mable (Collins) Hammack. He died August 5th, 2021, at KU Med Center surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife, Alice; four children: Luke (Kerry), Joshua (Lacy), Shelley (Jason), and Rex (Sadee); nine grandchildren: Chase, Dalton, Dakota, Kassidy (Aaron), Caitlyn, Brianna, Keirstyn, Colt, and Owen; two great granddaughters: Everleigh and Kendyl.&nbsp;

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday, August 9, 2021 at the mortuary with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; 

A Memorial has been established with Wounded Warrior Project.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who are in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628293810366.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>William Lee Hammack was born in West Plains, Missouri July 17th, 1954, to Herb and Mable (Collins) Hammack. He died August 5th, 2021, at KU Med Center surrounded by his family.He is survived by his wife, Alice; four children: Luke (Kerry), Joshua (Lacy), Shelley (Jason), and Rex (Sadee); nine grandchildren: Chase, Dalton, Dakota, Kassidy (Aaron), Caitlyn, Brianna, Keirstyn, Colt, and Owen; two great granddaughters: Everleigh and Kendyl.&nbsp;A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday, August 9, 2021 at the mortuary with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established with Wounded Warrior Project.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who are in charge of these arrangements.

William Lee Hammack

Larry Frederick Kruse was born Nov. 27, 1943, in San Francisco, 
California, to Ervin Frederick and Mildred Lucille (Jording) Kruse, the 
eldest of two sons.&nbsp; His mother remarried while he was quite young, and 
he was raised by his step-father, Veere Cochran, along with two 
step-brothers.

He grew up in northwest Kansas and spent his formative 
years in the Selden community, graduating from Selden Rural High School 
in 1961.&nbsp; He attended Fort Hays State University and graduated with a 
Baccalaureate Degree in 1966, a Master's Degree in 1969, and was named 
the recipient of the first Fort Hays State University Furlough 
Scholarship.&nbsp; While at FHSU, he married Nikki Lynn Pope on May 25, 
1965.&nbsp; Four daughters were born to this union, which later ended in 
divorce.

Larry spent his professional career in education, serving
 first as a high school teacher at Triplains High School in Winona, 
Kansas and then as one of the first faculty members at Barton County 
Community College in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; He then became the Dean of 
Student Services at Seward County Community College from 1974 until 
1991.

On December 31, 1982, he was united in marriage to Cecelia
 Shaw Krause.&nbsp; The family moved to Stillwater, Oklahoma, in 1991 where 
Larry assumed responsibility for the recruitment and admission of new 
students at Oklahoma State University.&nbsp; While at OSU, Larry earned a 
Doctorate in Higher Education Administration.&nbsp; He continued in his 
position at OSU for 12 years before accepting the position of Vice 
President for Student Services at Cameron University, a post he held 
until his retirement in 2006.

During his 40-year career in education he held leadership
 positions in several organizations including President of the Kansas 
Community College Deans of Student Services; Vice-president and 
President-elect of the Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid 
Administrators; President of the Barton County Community College Faculty
 Association; Board of Directors Kansas Association of Student Financial
 Aid Administrators; Advisory Board of the Higher Education Assistance 
Foundation; ACT Regional Council; two-time selectee for the Council of 
North Central Dean's Academy; selectee for the National Financial Aid 
Leadership Conference; and Regional Representative for the Rocky 
Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.

He was also a member of many civic and social 
organizations including the Masonic Lodge since 1968, the BPOE, Lions 
Club, volunteer for American Heart Association, and volunteer for the 
American Cancer Society.&nbsp; He was a founding member of the Mid-America 
Air Museum in Liberal, Kansas; and served on the Chamber of Commerce 
Education Committee while in Liberal.&nbsp; He was a life-long member of the 
Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.

He was the recipient of many awards during his career, 
including being named to Outstanding Young Men of America, listed in 
Who's Who in American Education, being inducted into Phi Kappa Phi, the 
National Honorary Academic Fraternity, and selected to Leadership 
Lawton.&nbsp; An entertaining speaker, he delivered the keynote address to 
the Kansas Author's Convention, the Kansas Press Women's Annual 
Convention, and spoke at numerous banquets, conventions, high school and
 community college commencements, and various other meetings throughout 
his professional life.&nbsp; He both published articles and made 
presentations throughout the nation on his area of expertise, enrollment
 management, and wrote his doctoral dissertation on the same subject as 
it related to community colleges in Kansas and Oklahoma.

Throughout his entire life he continued to pursue a hobby
 that he had begun as a young boy--designing, building and flying model 
airplanes.&nbsp; He won many national championships and awards for his 
designs, and published over 900 articles for national model aviation 
magazines. He wrote for the national publication, Flying Models
 magazine, for over 40 years, including writing a monthly column called 
"Free Flight Sport" from 1982 until 2013.&nbsp; For his efforts in the hobby,
 he was named to the National Free Flight Hall of Fame in 2005, the 
Flying Aces Hall of Fame in 2010, and the Academy of Model Aeronautics 
Model Aviation Hall of Fame in 2014.

More important than his many professional and avocation 
successes, Larry dedicated his life to helping young people make good 
choices and succeed in their own lives.&nbsp; As was said of him upon his 
retirement from Cameron University, "More important than the various 
positions in which Larry has excelled are the number of students' lives 
he has forever altered and impacted. His legacy is one to be admired and
 applauded."&nbsp;

He delighted in the progress of his own children and 
grandchildren, showing love and support for all of their successes as 
well as their failures, and making sure they knew his love was 
unconditional.&nbsp; While he was not intrusive as they grew into adulthood, 
he was always there; ready to advise and assist when they came to him.

He was pre-deceased by his parents, grandparents, and 
step-brothers Larry and Myron Cochran.&nbsp; Survivors include his loving 
wife, Cecelia, of the home; brother, Terry (Nancy) Kruse, Russellville, 
Missouri; children, Shawna (Clarence) Pittser, Liberal, Kansas; Koby 
Krause, Pewaukee, Wisconsin; Kory (Julie) Krause, Liberal, Kansas; 
Kimberly (Mark) Coople, Salina, Kansas; Kerri (Kenneth) Lee, Bel Air, 
Kansas; Keela (Darcy) Nickel, Goessel, Kansas; Kalynn Kruse, Dallas, 
Texas; eight grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Larry passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021, after a 
valiant battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer.&nbsp; There will be
 no funeral arrangements at this time. A Celebration of Life will be 
scheduled at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family requests that
 memorials be sent to the “Dr. Larry F. and Cecelia A. Kruse 
Scholarship" fund at the Seward County Community College Foundation, 
1801 N. Kansas, Liberal, KS &nbsp;67905.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/8/1628277722073.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Larry Frederick Kruse was born Nov. 27, 1943, in San Francisco, 
California, to Ervin Frederick and Mildred Lucille (Jording) Kruse, the 
eldest of two sons.&nbsp; His mother remarried while he was quite young, and 
he was raised by his step-father, Veere Cochran, along with two 
step-brothers.He grew up in northwest Kansas and spent his formative 
years in the Selden community, graduating from Selden Rural High School 
in 1961.&nbsp; He attended Fort Hays State University and graduated with a 
Baccalaureate Degree in 1966, a Master's Degree in 1969, and was named 
the recipient of the first Fort Hays State University Furlough 
Scholarship.&nbsp; While at FHSU, he married Nikki Lynn Pope on May 25, 
1965.&nbsp; Four daughters were born to this union, which later ended in 
divorce.Larry spent his professional career in education, serving
 first as a high school teacher at Triplains High School in Winona, 
Kansas and then as one of the first faculty members at Barton County 
Community College in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; He then became the Dean of 
Student Services at Seward County Community College from 1974 until 
1991.On December 31, 1982, he was united in marriage to Cecelia
 Shaw Krause.&nbsp; The family moved to Stillwater, Oklahoma, in 1991 where 
Larry assumed responsibility for the recruitment and admission of new 
students at Oklahoma State University.&nbsp; While at OSU, Larry earned a 
Doctorate in Higher Education Administration.&nbsp; He continued in his 
position at OSU for 12 years before accepting the position of Vice 
President for Student Services at Cameron University, a post he held 
until his retirement in 2006.During his 40-year career in education he held leadership
 positions in several organizations including President of the Kansas 
Community College Deans of Student Services; Vice-president and 
President-elect of the Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid 
Administrators; President of the Barton County Community College Faculty
 Association; Board of Directors Kansas Association of Student Financial
 Aid Administrators; Advisory Board of the Higher Education Assistance 
Foundation; ACT Regional Council; two-time selectee for the Council of 
North Central Dean's Academy; selectee for the National Financial Aid 
Leadership Conference; and Regional Representative for the Rocky 
Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.He was also a member of many civic and social 
organizations including the Masonic Lodge since 1968, the BPOE, Lions 
Club, volunteer for American Heart Association, and volunteer for the 
American Cancer Society.&nbsp; He was a founding member of the Mid-America 
Air Museum in Liberal, Kansas; and served on the Chamber of Commerce 
Education Committee while in Liberal.&nbsp; He was a life-long member of the 
Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.He was the recipient of many awards during his career, 
including being named to Outstanding Young Men of America, listed in 
Who's Who in American Education, being inducted into Phi Kappa Phi, the 
National Honorary Academic Fraternity, and selected to Leadership 
Lawton.&nbsp; An entertaining speaker, he delivered the keynote address to 
the Kansas Author's Convention, the Kansas Press Women's Annual 
Convention, and spoke at numerous banquets, conventions, high school and
 community college commencements, and various other meetings throughout 
his professional life.&nbsp; He both published articles and made 
presentations throughout the nation on his area of expertise, enrollment
 management, and wrote his doctoral dissertation on the same subject as 
it related to community colleges in Kansas and Oklahoma.Throughout his entire life he continued to pursue a hobby
 that he had begun as a young boy--designing, building and flying model 
airplanes.&nbsp; He won many national championships and awards for his 
designs, and published over 900 articles for national model aviation 
magazines. He wrote for the national publication, Flying Models
 magazine, for over 40 years, including writing a monthly column called 
"Free Flight Sport" from 1982 until 2013.&nbsp; For his efforts in the hobby,
 he was named to the National Free Flight Hall of Fame in 2005, the 
Flying Aces Hall of Fame in 2010, and the Academy of Model Aeronautics 
Model Aviation Hall of Fame in 2014.More important than his many professional and avocation 
successes, Larry dedicated his life to helping young people make good 
choices and succeed in their own lives.&nbsp; As was said of him upon his 
retirement from Cameron University, "More important than the various 
positions in which Larry has excelled are the number of students' lives 
he has forever altered and impacted. His legacy is one to be admired and
 applauded."&nbsp;He delighted in the progress of his own children and 
grandchildren, showing love and support for all of their successes as 
well as their failures, and making sure they knew his love was 
unconditional.&nbsp; While he was not intrusive as they grew into adulthood, 
he was always there; ready to advise and assist when they came to him.He was pre-deceased by his parents, grandparents, and 
step-brothers Larry and Myron Cochran.&nbsp; Survivors include his loving 
wife, Cecelia, of the home; brother, Terry (Nancy) Kruse, Russellville, 
Missouri; children, Shawna (Clarence) Pittser, Liberal, Kansas; Koby 
Krause, Pewaukee, Wisconsin; Kory (Julie) Krause, Liberal, Kansas; 
Kimberly (Mark) Coople, Salina, Kansas; Kerri (Kenneth) Lee, Bel Air, 
Kansas; Keela (Darcy) Nickel, Goessel, Kansas; Kalynn Kruse, Dallas, 
Texas; eight grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren.Larry passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021, after a 
valiant battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer.&nbsp; There will be
 no funeral arrangements at this time. A Celebration of Life will be 
scheduled at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family requests that
 memorials be sent to the “Dr. Larry F. and Cecelia A. Kruse 
Scholarship" fund at the Seward County Community College Foundation, 
1801 N. Kansas, Liberal, KS &nbsp;67905.

Dr. Larry Frederick Kruse

Doris (Dixon) Stowell, daughter of Jay and Marion (Hart) Dixon, was 
born April 5, 1924, in Herington, Kansas, and passed away on June 11, 2021,&nbsp; at the home of her daughter, Susan, in Long Beach, California.

Doris began college at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri.&nbsp;
 She then went on to graduate from Kansas University in Lawrence, Kansas
 with her JD law degree.

While at law school, Doris met her future husband, William Stowell, 
and the couple was married on May 25, 1946, in the Danforth Chapel on the
 KU campus in Lawrence, Kansas.

William and Doris made their home in Phillipsburg, Kansas, and opened 
their private law practice.&nbsp; The couple enjoyed many years of helping 
others through their work and appreciated the relationships developed 
over time.

On May 25, 2011, Doris and William celebrated their 65th 
wedding anniversary.&nbsp; Their relationship was built on love and 
commitment, and grew stronger as they spent the years together, sharing 
daily life, work, and raising a family.&nbsp; In later years, they also 
enjoyed the special times spent with their four grandchildren and 
introducing them to the joys and beauty of Kansas and rural life.

Doris was a member of the United Presbyterian Church and enjoyed many
 years of worship, music, and volunteering in the church.&nbsp; She was a 
member of Alpha Chi Omega in college and stayed involved after 
graduation.&nbsp; Doris was a member of the BE P.E.O. chapter in Phillipsburg
 and appreciated their mission to support advancement and education of 
women.

Doris enjoyed her daily life, friendships, reading, gardening, and 
the comfort of living in a close community where friendly faces and kind
 words were plentiful.&nbsp; She continued to reap the benefits of life in 
Phillipsburg, as she was supported through the end of life with phone 
calls, emails, and letters from her friends back home.

Doris passed away on June 11, 2021 and is now in her heavenly home.&nbsp; 
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband William, who 
died in 2012.

Survivors include her daughters Susan Bittner and husband Tom of Long
 Beach, CA and Sarah Ruhlen and husband Tom of Sun City West, AZ, her 
granddaughter Laurel Ruhlen, grandson Jay Bittner, granddaughter Morgan 
Bittner, grandson Zachary Bittner, and great granddaughter Leila 
Bittner.

Doris’ smile, laughter, and ability to listen and support will be greatly missed by family and friends.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021, at 2:00 
p.m. in the United Presbyterian Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Chris 
Davis officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the United Presbyterian Church or Chapter BE P.E.O.

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

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 </figure>Doris (Dixon) Stowell, daughter of Jay and Marion (Hart) Dixon, was 
born April 5, 1924, in Herington, Kansas, and passed away on June 11, 2021,&nbsp; at the home of her daughter, Susan, in Long Beach, California.Doris began college at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri.&nbsp;
 She then went on to graduate from Kansas University in Lawrence, Kansas
 with her JD law degree.While at law school, Doris met her future husband, William Stowell, 
and the couple was married on May 25, 1946, in the Danforth Chapel on the
 KU campus in Lawrence, Kansas.William and Doris made their home in Phillipsburg, Kansas, and opened 
their private law practice.&nbsp; The couple enjoyed many years of helping 
others through their work and appreciated the relationships developed 
over time.On May 25, 2011, Doris and William celebrated their 65th 
wedding anniversary.&nbsp; Their relationship was built on love and 
commitment, and grew stronger as they spent the years together, sharing 
daily life, work, and raising a family.&nbsp; In later years, they also 
enjoyed the special times spent with their four grandchildren and 
introducing them to the joys and beauty of Kansas and rural life.Doris was a member of the United Presbyterian Church and enjoyed many
 years of worship, music, and volunteering in the church.&nbsp; She was a 
member of Alpha Chi Omega in college and stayed involved after 
graduation.&nbsp; Doris was a member of the BE P.E.O. chapter in Phillipsburg
 and appreciated their mission to support advancement and education of 
women.Doris enjoyed her daily life, friendships, reading, gardening, and 
the comfort of living in a close community where friendly faces and kind
 words were plentiful.&nbsp; She continued to reap the benefits of life in 
Phillipsburg, as she was supported through the end of life with phone 
calls, emails, and letters from her friends back home.Doris passed away on June 11, 2021 and is now in her heavenly home.&nbsp; 
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband William, who 
died in 2012.Survivors include her daughters Susan Bittner and husband Tom of Long
 Beach, CA and Sarah Ruhlen and husband Tom of Sun City West, AZ, her 
granddaughter Laurel Ruhlen, grandson Jay Bittner, granddaughter Morgan 
Bittner, grandson Zachary Bittner, and great granddaughter Leila 
Bittner.Doris’ smile, laughter, and ability to listen and support will be greatly missed by family and friends.A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021, at 2:00 
p.m. in the United Presbyterian Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Chris 
Davis officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the United Presbyterian Church or Chapter BE P.E.O.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661, is in charge of local arrangements.

Doris (Dixon) Stowell

Teresa Elaine (Webb) Terpening of Abilene was born to Dee L. and Phyllis 
(Pauley) Webb on August 8, 1949, in Hays, Kansas as the oldest of 6 
children. She died August 2, 2021, at KU Medical Center following a long
 and courageous battle with cancer. She married Harold Terpening on 
November 26, 1971, in Woodston, Kansas. 
She attended the Pleasant Valley School, District 11, in rural Osborne 
County through 4th grade. She continued school in Woodston from 5th 
Grade through high school and graduated in 1967. Following graduation, 
she attended and graduated from Kansas State Teachers College, now 
Emporia State University, and graduated in three and a half years with a
 degree in elementary education. She served many years as a classroom 
teacher, a reading specialist for elementary students, and the sponsor 
of student activities. She taught in the public schools as a first 
grade and special reading/math teacher in Axtell, Palco, Morland, 
Lenora, Abilene, Mankato, and Solomon, Kansas and was very active in the
 activities in those schools. One of her favorite things in all of the 
schools was her time spent as a cheerleading sponsor. 
Through her professional and personal life Teresa was an active member 
of Beta Sigma Phi for 20 years, PEO Chapter JQ since 1991, KS State 
Reading Council, State Reading Analyst, and served in a variety of 
positions at their churches throughout the years including in the Youth 
Department, a member of and Director of the Choir, Church 
Secretary/Treasurer, and currently on the board of the Missions 
Ministry. 
Teresa’s favorite charities and causes include her church, Leukemia and 
Lymphoma research, the Cancer Society and the American Heart 
Association. 
She felt that the most important things in her life were her family and 
her teaching career. To her family she leaves this advice “Smile, be 
kind, and love each other. When all is said and done, you have each 
other.” If asked, she would share that her most significant desire is 
that her granddaughters are productive, loving, God fearing young 
ladies, and her students being successful in their endeavors. She will 
be remembered by all as kind and giving of herself. 
Teresa was preceded in death by her infant daughter Carol Ann; her 
parents; her in-laws Dean and Eileen Cox; her grandparents; her only 
aunt and uncle, Everett and Eda Jean Hildreth and their daughter 
Raenetta Billings. 
She is survived and will be deeply missed by her husband, Harold; son 
Jonathan Terpening (Sandy) and his daughters Brianna and Tia; daughter 
Kristy Druse (Kelly Miller), her daughters Konlynn and Bethany; sisters;
 Deborah (Kevin) Abbott; Rhonda (Gary) Renfro; Sonja (Malcolm) Penney; 
Monica (Bruce) Payeur; brother Dirk Webb; step-sister in-law Joyce 
(George) Shutts; step-brother in-law David (Faye) Cox; and many nieces 
and nephews. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Missions group at the 
First Christian Church of Abilene or the KU Medical Center BMT Unit, 
Kansas City in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 
3rd St, Abilene, KS 67410. The service will be held at the First 
Christian Church of Abilene at 10:30 am, Monday, August 9, 2021&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Teresa Elaine (Webb) Terpening of Abilene was born to Dee L. and Phyllis 
(Pauley) Webb on August 8, 1949, in Hays, Kansas as the oldest of 6 
children. She died August 2, 2021, at KU Medical Center following a long
 and courageous battle with cancer. She married Harold Terpening on 
November 26, 1971, in Woodston, Kansas. 
She attended the Pleasant Valley School, District 11, in rural Osborne 
County through 4th grade. She continued school in Woodston from 5th 
Grade through high school and graduated in 1967. Following graduation, 
she attended and graduated from Kansas State Teachers College, now 
Emporia State University, and graduated in three and a half years with a
 degree in elementary education. She served many years as a classroom 
teacher, a reading specialist for elementary students, and the sponsor 
of student activities. She taught in the public schools as a first 
grade and special reading/math teacher in Axtell, Palco, Morland, 
Lenora, Abilene, Mankato, and Solomon, Kansas and was very active in the
 activities in those schools. One of her favorite things in all of the 
schools was her time spent as a cheerleading sponsor. 
Through her professional and personal life Teresa was an active member 
of Beta Sigma Phi for 20 years, PEO Chapter JQ since 1991, KS State 
Reading Council, State Reading Analyst, and served in a variety of 
positions at their churches throughout the years including in the Youth 
Department, a member of and Director of the Choir, Church 
Secretary/Treasurer, and currently on the board of the Missions 
Ministry. 
Teresa’s favorite charities and causes include her church, Leukemia and 
Lymphoma research, the Cancer Society and the American Heart 
Association. 
She felt that the most important things in her life were her family and 
her teaching career. To her family she leaves this advice “Smile, be 
kind, and love each other. When all is said and done, you have each 
other.” If asked, she would share that her most significant desire is 
that her granddaughters are productive, loving, God fearing young 
ladies, and her students being successful in their endeavors. She will 
be remembered by all as kind and giving of herself. 
Teresa was preceded in death by her infant daughter Carol Ann; her 
parents; her in-laws Dean and Eileen Cox; her grandparents; her only 
aunt and uncle, Everett and Eda Jean Hildreth and their daughter 
Raenetta Billings. 
She is survived and will be deeply missed by her husband, Harold; son 
Jonathan Terpening (Sandy) and his daughters Brianna and Tia; daughter 
Kristy Druse (Kelly Miller), her daughters Konlynn and Bethany; sisters;
 Deborah (Kevin) Abbott; Rhonda (Gary) Renfro; Sonja (Malcolm) Penney; 
Monica (Bruce) Payeur; brother Dirk Webb; step-sister in-law Joyce 
(George) Shutts; step-brother in-law David (Faye) Cox; and many nieces 
and nephews. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Missions group at the 
First Christian Church of Abilene or the KU Medical Center BMT Unit, 
Kansas City in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 
3rd St, Abilene, KS 67410. The service will be held at the First 
Christian Church of Abilene at 10:30 am, Monday, August 9, 2021&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Teresa Terpening

Mary Anne Kline, 88, of Hays, Kansas, died Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at Via Christi Village Care Center Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 12, 1932 in Marion, Virginia to Raymond V. and Elizabeth A. (Wolfe) Taylor.&nbsp; She married Gerald R. Kline on April 24, 1952 in LaCrosse, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 12, 2012.

Mary Anne was employed at Southwestern Bell for 32 yeas as an operator and draft clerk.

She retired in 1989 and was a AT &amp; T Pioneer Life Member.&nbsp; She grew up in Marion, VA and was a 1949 graduate of Marion High School.&nbsp; She moved to Hays in 1973 from La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; Mary Anne enjoyed playing cards, cooking, reading, going to the casinos, and loved the ocean and spending time with her family.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include her son, Mike Kline, Hays, KS; daughters, Debbie Leiker and husband, Ron, Lyons, KS; Susan Willming and husband, Kent, Hays, KS; four grandchildren, Lachelle Spann and Shawn; Latasha Southern and Bryce; Brett Leiker and Lisa Hagley; Brian and Kalie Leiker; the grandchildren, Nicole Spann, Austin Spann, Kelsi Spann; Brock Southern; Ashley Leiker, Brayden Leiker, Aubrey Leiker, Brody Leiker, Jade Leiker, Lexi Leiker.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her brother, Raymond “Sonny” Taylor Jr. and her sister, Carolyn Young.&nbsp;

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 9, 2021, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; With Father Edmond Kline officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in LaCrosse City Cemetery, LaCrosse, Kansas.

A vigil service will be at 7:00 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A,M. Monday, all at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Hospice of Hays Medical Center or The Dreiling-Schmidt Cancer Center made payable: to the organization in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

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 </figure>Mary Anne Kline, 88, of Hays, Kansas, died Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at Via Christi Village Care Center Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 12, 1932 in Marion, Virginia to Raymond V. and Elizabeth A. (Wolfe) Taylor.&nbsp; She married Gerald R. Kline on April 24, 1952 in LaCrosse, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 12, 2012.Mary Anne was employed at Southwestern Bell for 32 yeas as an operator and draft clerk.She retired in 1989 and was a AT &amp; T Pioneer Life Member.&nbsp; She grew up in Marion, VA and was a 1949 graduate of Marion High School.&nbsp; She moved to Hays in 1973 from La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; Mary Anne enjoyed playing cards, cooking, reading, going to the casinos, and loved the ocean and spending time with her family.&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include her son, Mike Kline, Hays, KS; daughters, Debbie Leiker and husband, Ron, Lyons, KS; Susan Willming and husband, Kent, Hays, KS; four grandchildren, Lachelle Spann and Shawn; Latasha Southern and Bryce; Brett Leiker and Lisa Hagley; Brian and Kalie Leiker; the grandchildren, Nicole Spann, Austin Spann, Kelsi Spann; Brock Southern; Ashley Leiker, Brayden Leiker, Aubrey Leiker, Brody Leiker, Jade Leiker, Lexi Leiker.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her brother, Raymond “Sonny” Taylor Jr. and her sister, Carolyn Young.&nbsp;Funeral Services will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 9, 2021, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; With Father Edmond Kline officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in LaCrosse City Cemetery, LaCrosse, Kansas.A vigil service will be at 7:00 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A,M. Monday, all at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.In Lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Hospice of Hays Medical Center or The Dreiling-Schmidt Cancer Center made payable: to the organization in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.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;

Mary Anne Kline |1932 - 2021|

Petronilla “Nellie” Giebler, 85, Hays, died Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at her home.

She was born August 22, 1935, southwest 
of Antonino, Kansas, the daughter of Peter and Sophie (Pfannenstiel) 
Leiker. &nbsp;Nellie attended Girls Catholic High School and was a graduate 
of Hays High School in the class of 1953.&nbsp;&nbsp; On June 20, 1953, she was 
united in marriage to Harold James Giebler at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church.&nbsp; They celebrated 64 years of marriage before he preceded her in 
death on December 31, 2017. &nbsp;She was a member of Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella Circle #254. &nbsp;Nellie 
was a homemaker and longtime community volunteer, earning the Hays 
Citizen of the Year award in 2007.&nbsp; She volunteered at the Community 
Assistance Center for more than 30 years, Hays Medical Center, was a 4-H
 leader, election poll worker, and Saturday bingo volunteer at Hays Good
 Samaritan Society.&nbsp; She was an avid reader, and enjoyed sewing and 
flower gardening.&nbsp; Her faith was central in her life and she was a 
longtime perpetual adorer and sang in the church choir.

Survivors include her son: Andrew 
Giebler and wife Tara of Benton, four daughters: Cecilia Burke and 
husband Marty of Lawrence, Rose Coon and husband Steve of Topeka, Teresa
 Schrant and husband Larry of Hays, and Barbara Gonzalez and husband 
Mike of Wichita, 18 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harold, infant son: Stephen Giebler, and five siblings: Yette, Leo, Effie, Norbert and Mary Lou.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, August 9, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating. Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Sunday 
and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Monday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home. &nbsp;A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:00 pm 
followed by a vigil service at 7:00 pm, all on Sunday at the funeral 
home. 

Memorials are suggested to Hospice of HaysMed, Immaculate Heart of
 Mary Catholic Church, or to the Community Assistance Center.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Nellie may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Petronilla “Nellie” Giebler, 85, Hays, died Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at her home.She was born August 22, 1935, southwest 
of Antonino, Kansas, the daughter of Peter and Sophie (Pfannenstiel) 
Leiker. &nbsp;Nellie attended Girls Catholic High School and was a graduate 
of Hays High School in the class of 1953.&nbsp;&nbsp; On June 20, 1953, she was 
united in marriage to Harold James Giebler at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church.&nbsp; They celebrated 64 years of marriage before he preceded her in 
death on December 31, 2017. &nbsp;She was a member of Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella Circle #254. &nbsp;Nellie 
was a homemaker and longtime community volunteer, earning the Hays 
Citizen of the Year award in 2007.&nbsp; She volunteered at the Community 
Assistance Center for more than 30 years, Hays Medical Center, was a 4-H
 leader, election poll worker, and Saturday bingo volunteer at Hays Good
 Samaritan Society.&nbsp; She was an avid reader, and enjoyed sewing and 
flower gardening.&nbsp; Her faith was central in her life and she was a 
longtime perpetual adorer and sang in the church choir.Survivors include her son: Andrew 
Giebler and wife Tara of Benton, four daughters: Cecilia Burke and 
husband Marty of Lawrence, Rose Coon and husband Steve of Topeka, Teresa
 Schrant and husband Larry of Hays, and Barbara Gonzalez and husband 
Mike of Wichita, 18 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harold, infant son: Stephen Giebler, and five siblings: Yette, Leo, Effie, Norbert and Mary Lou.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, August 9, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating. Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Sunday 
and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Monday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home. &nbsp;A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:00 pm 
followed by a vigil service at 7:00 pm, all on Sunday at the funeral 
home. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of HaysMed, Immaculate Heart of
 Mary Catholic Church, or to the Community Assistance Center.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Nellie may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Petronilla 'Nellie' Giebler

Alfreda Karlin, Catherine, Kansas, age 88, passed away June 5, in Brentwood, Tennessee, where she lived with her daughter. Alfreda died from Alzheimer’s Disease.&nbsp;

Alfreda was born on May 16, 1933, in Hays, to Alfred and Constance (Novak) Wiesner. She was their only child. She married Wilfric Karlin, Catherine, on August 1, 1962, and they were married until his death February 13, 2002. Together they had 2 children, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Alfreda’s father, Alfred, was a butcher and ran the family grocery store, Wiesner’s, on Main Street. As a girl, Alfreda loved to visit her father in the store and help with grocery deliveries. She loved being outdoors, gardening, riding her bike around Hays and going to the country to ride her horses and to fish. She was also an avid reader, a hobby that gave her much pleasure her entire life. She attended, St. Joseph’s Parochial School, Girl’s Catholic High and Fort Hays State University. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1955 and taught 2nd grade for 7 years at Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary, now Holy Family Elementary.&nbsp;

In 1962, she married Wilfric Karlin and they made their home together on a farm near Catherine. Alfreda gave up teaching to raise her two children John Karlin and Ruth Karlin Albrecht. She continued her love of teaching as an elementary religious ed teacher for the Catherine parish for many years where she was a member. Alfreda loved the country life. She loved animals and flowers and the beauty of nature. She took long walks on the family farm several times a day. She loved to travel and see the world. She visited all 50 states, both neighboring countries, and took many trips abroad to Europe, China and Australia. But she always loved returning to her home on the farm where she lived until 2016.&nbsp;

Alfreda moved to Nashville to live with her daughter Ruth and son-in-law John Albrecht in 2016. There, she was cared for in the home as her Alzheimer’s disease progressed.&nbsp;

She is survived by her son, John Karlin, and wife Susan of Catherine; her daughter, Ruth Albrecht, and husband John, of Brentwood, TN; grandchildren, Jake Karlin, and wife, Emily, of Catherine; Jordan Ottley, and husband Jordan, of Catherine; Alex Barrett of Nashville, TN; Kendra Karlin of Kansas City, KS; Austen Berry, and husband David of Nashville, TN, and six great grandchildren, Liberty, Bella, and Lily Karlin and Josie, Lucy, and Oliver Ottley.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred Wiesner (1978) and Constance (Tance) Novak Wiesner (1994), and her husband, Wilfric Karlin (2002).&nbsp;

A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. August 13, 2021, at St. Catherine Church in Catherine, Kansas, with Fr. Earl Befort presiding. Please join the family for a casual visitation before the funeral starting 9:15 a.m. at the church. The family is requesting all memorials to go to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. You may link to the page set up in Alfreda’s honor at&nbsp;<a href="http://act.alz.org/goto/ForAlfreda">http://act.alz.org/goto/ForAlfreda</a>

Alfreda Karlin, Catherine, Kansas, age 88, passed away June 5, in Brentwood, Tennessee, where she lived with her daughter. Alfreda died from Alzheimer’s Disease.&nbsp;Alfreda was born on May 16, 1933, in Hays, to Alfred and Constance (Novak) Wiesner. She was their only child. She married Wilfric Karlin, Catherine, on August 1, 1962, and they were married until his death February 13, 2002. Together they had 2 children, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Alfreda’s father, Alfred, was a butcher and ran the family grocery store, Wiesner’s, on Main Street. As a girl, Alfreda loved to visit her father in the store and help with grocery deliveries. She loved being outdoors, gardening, riding her bike around Hays and going to the country to ride her horses and to fish. She was also an avid reader, a hobby that gave her much pleasure her entire life. She attended, St. Joseph’s Parochial School, Girl’s Catholic High and Fort Hays State University. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1955 and taught 2nd grade for 7 years at Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary, now Holy Family Elementary.&nbsp;In 1962, she married Wilfric Karlin and they made their home together on a farm near Catherine. Alfreda gave up teaching to raise her two children John Karlin and Ruth Karlin Albrecht. She continued her love of teaching as an elementary religious ed teacher for the Catherine parish for many years where she was a member. Alfreda loved the country life. She loved animals and flowers and the beauty of nature. She took long walks on the family farm several times a day. She loved to travel and see the world. She visited all 50 states, both neighboring countries, and took many trips abroad to Europe, China and Australia. But she always loved returning to her home on the farm where she lived until 2016.&nbsp;Alfreda moved to Nashville to live with her daughter Ruth and son-in-law John Albrecht in 2016. There, she was cared for in the home as her Alzheimer’s disease progressed.&nbsp;She is survived by her son, John Karlin, and wife Susan of Catherine; her daughter, Ruth Albrecht, and husband John, of Brentwood, TN; grandchildren, Jake Karlin, and wife, Emily, of Catherine; Jordan Ottley, and husband Jordan, of Catherine; Alex Barrett of Nashville, TN; Kendra Karlin of Kansas City, KS; Austen Berry, and husband David of Nashville, TN, and six great grandchildren, Liberty, Bella, and Lily Karlin and Josie, Lucy, and Oliver Ottley.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred Wiesner (1978) and Constance (Tance) Novak Wiesner (1994), and her husband, Wilfric Karlin (2002).&nbsp;A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. August 13, 2021, at St. Catherine Church in Catherine, Kansas, with Fr. Earl Befort presiding. Please join the family for a casual visitation before the funeral starting 9:15 a.m. at the church. The family is requesting all memorials to go to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. You may link to the page set up in Alfreda’s honor at&nbsp;<a href="http://act.alz.org/goto/ForAlfreda">http://act.alz.org/goto/ForAlfreda</a>

Alfreda Karlin

Eric Eugene Pfeifer, 31, died on March 
5, 2021, from complications of Type 1 diabetes, at his home in 
Warrensburg, Missouri.&nbsp; He was a 2007 graduate of Victoria High School.

He was born in Joplin, Missouri on 
December 13, 1989, and lived most of his childhood in Carthage, 
Missouri.&nbsp; Eric joined the Tom and Kathy Pfeifer family when he was five
 years old.&nbsp; Eric served two years in the United States Air Force and 
was a member of the Honor Guard.

Eric had an infectious grin and enjoyed
 visiting with everyone; he found Victoria connections wherever he was, 
occasionally even in Warrensburg.&nbsp; Eric was always ready to talk about 
his beloved Kansas City and KU sports teams or his pets.&nbsp; However, 
friends, family, and community were the things he valued most.&nbsp; He 
claimed that family vacations as a child were some of the best times of 
his life; and, as an adult, he began planning his next visit with family
 on the return trip from seeing them.

When he graduated from high school, his
 Grandma Arlene Pfeifer asked him what he wanted to do with his life.&nbsp; 
He responded, “Get married and have a family.”

Eric is survived by his son Austin; his
 parents Tom and Kathy Pfeifer; siblings: Matt, Nick, Shelly, Cody, and 
Ashlyn Pfeifer, Derek Sage, and Dorsie Schrum; and several nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp; He leaves behind Jennifer Ridge and her three daughters and 
Ashly Sollars-Pfeifer.&nbsp; Eric was preceded in death by an unborn child.&nbsp;
 Eric also leaves behind three grandparents: Al and Arlene Pfeifer of 
Victoria and Gordon King of Council Grove, KS.&nbsp; He is survived by 
numerous aunts and uncles.

Inurnment is scheduled for Friday, 
August, 13, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery in 
WaKeeney, with Fr. Charles Steier officiating.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 the Eric Pfeifer Memorial Fund for his son Austin’s education.&nbsp; They 
may be sent to the Gorham State Bank, P.O. Box 199, Victoria, KS 67671.&nbsp;
 Condolences and memories of Eric may be shared with the family in care 
of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Eric Eugene Pfeifer, 31, died on March 
5, 2021, from complications of Type 1 diabetes, at his home in 
Warrensburg, Missouri.&nbsp; He was a 2007 graduate of Victoria High School.He was born in Joplin, Missouri on 
December 13, 1989, and lived most of his childhood in Carthage, 
Missouri.&nbsp; Eric joined the Tom and Kathy Pfeifer family when he was five
 years old.&nbsp; Eric served two years in the United States Air Force and 
was a member of the Honor Guard.Eric had an infectious grin and enjoyed
 visiting with everyone; he found Victoria connections wherever he was, 
occasionally even in Warrensburg.&nbsp; Eric was always ready to talk about 
his beloved Kansas City and KU sports teams or his pets.&nbsp; However, 
friends, family, and community were the things he valued most.&nbsp; He 
claimed that family vacations as a child were some of the best times of 
his life; and, as an adult, he began planning his next visit with family
 on the return trip from seeing them.When he graduated from high school, his
 Grandma Arlene Pfeifer asked him what he wanted to do with his life.&nbsp; 
He responded, “Get married and have a family.”Eric is survived by his son Austin; his
 parents Tom and Kathy Pfeifer; siblings: Matt, Nick, Shelly, Cody, and 
Ashlyn Pfeifer, Derek Sage, and Dorsie Schrum; and several nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp; He leaves behind Jennifer Ridge and her three daughters and 
Ashly Sollars-Pfeifer.&nbsp; Eric was preceded in death by an unborn child.&nbsp;
 Eric also leaves behind three grandparents: Al and Arlene Pfeifer of 
Victoria and Gordon King of Council Grove, KS.&nbsp; He is survived by 
numerous aunts and uncles.Inurnment is scheduled for Friday, 
August, 13, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery in 
WaKeeney, with Fr. Charles Steier officiating.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 the Eric Pfeifer Memorial Fund for his son Austin’s education.&nbsp; They 
may be sent to the Gorham State Bank, P.O. Box 199, Victoria, KS 67671.&nbsp;
 Condolences and memories of Eric may be shared with the family in care 
of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home at www.haysmemorial.com

Eric Eugene Pfeifer

Eloene Lois “Ellen” Cunningham passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2021,
 at the Solomon Valley Manor in Stockton, Kansas at the age of 92. She 
was born on June 14, 1929, at the family farm in Rooks County to James 
and Caroline (Smith) Albright.
 Ellen was a lifelong resident to Rooks County and attended Stockton 
High School. After school she married Linus Rogers. The couple was 
blessed with four children: David, Patti, Loie, and Jim. She spent her 
early years raising the children and taking care of the home until they 
became old enough to go to school. She then started work at the 
courthouse in the Treasurer’s Office and later became a Probate Judge 
Assistant, and then a Probate Judge. After the years working for the 
county, she became a bookkeeper for a local Ford dealership until she 
and Linus became owners of K &amp; R Tanking Service. Before Linus’s 
passing in 1992, they sold the dealership and retired. Ellen and Linus 
loved to square dance weekly, even several times a week with the 
“Swingin’ Wheels” square dancers. She league-bowled for 40 years and was
 also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary for many years.
 In 2002 Ellen married DeVane Cunningham and the couple enjoyed 
almost 20 years together. They enjoyed traveling and just enjoying their
 retirement together. Ellen stayed busy with her friends and family. She
 cut and permed hair for friends and the kids, took care of some local 
elders, was very involved in her grandchildren’s lives, and when she had
 some time to herself, she sewed, crocheted, admired the butterflies she
 attracted with the milkweed she grew, and played the piano. 
 She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Caroline 
Albright; siblings, Donald Albright, Lela Doughty, and Ruth Albright; 
son-in-law, Jerry Sterling; and one great-grandson, Christian Sterling.
 Ellen is survived by her children, David (Merena) Rogers of Nixa, 
MO, Patti (Jerry) Sterling of Stockton, KS, Loie (Jim) Lewin of Salina, 
KS, and Jim Rogers (Lorna) of Stockton, KS; sister, Ruth; ten 
grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 9, 2021, at 2 PM at
 the funeral home in Stockton. Visitation will also be held Monday at 
the funeral home from 10 AM until service time. 
 In Lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley Manor 
and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North 
First, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Eloene Lois “Ellen” Cunningham passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2021,
 at the Solomon Valley Manor in Stockton, Kansas at the age of 92. She 
was born on June 14, 1929, at the family farm in Rooks County to James 
and Caroline (Smith) Albright.
 Ellen was a lifelong resident to Rooks County and attended Stockton 
High School. After school she married Linus Rogers. The couple was 
blessed with four children: David, Patti, Loie, and Jim. She spent her 
early years raising the children and taking care of the home until they 
became old enough to go to school. She then started work at the 
courthouse in the Treasurer’s Office and later became a Probate Judge 
Assistant, and then a Probate Judge. After the years working for the 
county, she became a bookkeeper for a local Ford dealership until she 
and Linus became owners of K &amp; R Tanking Service. Before Linus’s 
passing in 1992, they sold the dealership and retired. Ellen and Linus 
loved to square dance weekly, even several times a week with the 
“Swingin’ Wheels” square dancers. She league-bowled for 40 years and was
 also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary for many years.
 In 2002 Ellen married DeVane Cunningham and the couple enjoyed 
almost 20 years together. They enjoyed traveling and just enjoying their
 retirement together. Ellen stayed busy with her friends and family. She
 cut and permed hair for friends and the kids, took care of some local 
elders, was very involved in her grandchildren’s lives, and when she had
 some time to herself, she sewed, crocheted, admired the butterflies she
 attracted with the milkweed she grew, and played the piano. 
 She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Caroline 
Albright; siblings, Donald Albright, Lela Doughty, and Ruth Albright; 
son-in-law, Jerry Sterling; and one great-grandson, Christian Sterling.
 Ellen is survived by her children, David (Merena) Rogers of Nixa, 
MO, Patti (Jerry) Sterling of Stockton, KS, Loie (Jim) Lewin of Salina, 
KS, and Jim Rogers (Lorna) of Stockton, KS; sister, Ruth; ten 
grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 9, 2021, at 2 PM at
 the funeral home in Stockton. Visitation will also be held Monday at 
the funeral home from 10 AM until service time. 
 In Lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley Manor 
and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North 
First, Stockton, KS 67669.

Eloene Lois 'Ellen' Cunningham

Lela Doughty, 87, passed away on November 29, 2020, in Shawnee, Kansas.
 Lela was born December 24, 1932, in Stockton, Kansas, to Caroline 
and James Albright. After her marriage the family moved to Osborne 
where Lela was an active member of the First Christian Church and the 
Saddle Club. Lela returned to school to complete her GED when her 
children were grown and subsequently worked at the Beloit Youth Center, 
which was a great source of pride to both herself and her family.
 Upon the death of her husband Stanley Doughty Lela moved to Beloit 
and spent her remaining years there, active in the Beloit First 
Christian Church.
 She is survived by her children Diana Thayer, Beverly Roman, Steven Doughty and Timothy Doughty.
 A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 25th, at Main
 Street Christian Church, 602 Main St., Stockton, Kansas, at 11:00 a.m.

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 </figure>Lela Doughty, 87, passed away on November 29, 2020, in Shawnee, Kansas.
 Lela was born December 24, 1932, in Stockton, Kansas, to Caroline 
and James Albright. After her marriage the family moved to Osborne 
where Lela was an active member of the First Christian Church and the 
Saddle Club. Lela returned to school to complete her GED when her 
children were grown and subsequently worked at the Beloit Youth Center, 
which was a great source of pride to both herself and her family.
 Upon the death of her husband Stanley Doughty Lela moved to Beloit 
and spent her remaining years there, active in the Beloit First 
Christian Church.
 She is survived by her children Diana Thayer, Beverly Roman, Steven Doughty and Timothy Doughty.
 A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 25th, at Main
 Street Christian Church, 602 Main St., Stockton, Kansas, at 11:00 a.m.

Lela Doughty

Florence Berneking, the daughter of Herman and Gertrude (Hansen) 
Origer, was born February 8, 1922, on a farm in Emmet County, Iowa.&nbsp; She 
departed this life July 21, 2021, at 99-½ years old (and don’t forget 
the ½!), at her home in Sequim, Washington.

She attended rural school in Iowa, and Gruver High School, Gruver, 
Iowa.&nbsp; She graduated from Estherville, Iowa Junior College in 1941 and 
from Ft. Hays Kansas State College in 1948.&nbsp; She loved children, 
teaching into her 70s.&nbsp;

She married Carleton Berneking in 1945 and after World War II they 
moved to Hays, Kansas, to make their home.&nbsp; Their three children, Rex, 
Ruth and Kay, were born and raised there.

Florence taught school and kept busy with Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 
Sunday school teaching, and work in the women’s groups at the Methodist 
Church.&nbsp; In 1997, she moved to Wichita, Kansas, to live with her daughter,
 Kay, and her family, helping the family following the death of her 
daughter.&nbsp; In 2007 she moved to Sequim, Washington to make her home with
 her son and his family.&nbsp; She lived very close to many of her great 
grandchildren, spending time with them until her death.

Florence loved life and was active and engaged in it to the end - 
attending church, playing&nbsp;games (especially Scrabble) with her friends, 
giggling with great grandchildren and wanting to be with her family - 
traveling to visit them in the Midwest into her 90’s.

Florence is survived by a son, Rex (wife, Penny), a daughter, Ruth 
Mareda (husband, John), and son-in-law, Fulton Calvery.&nbsp; She leaves ten 
grandchildren:&nbsp; Daniel (Corrie), Rebecca, Mark (Holly), James (Sharon), 
Mary, Elizabeth (Nathan), Steven (Jessica), Samuel (Christa),&nbsp;Chaney 
(Chris) and Melanie (Carter); and twelve great grandchildren: Luke, 
Ruth, Hannah, Peter, Caleb, Zadok, Lydia, Adam, Brynlee, Lilliana, 
Bailey and Rylan.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carleton, a daughter, Kay 
Calvery, her parents, a sister, Velma, and brothers and their wives, 
Francis (Lucille), Ralph (Betty), Maurice (Peggy), and Vernon (Vera).

We are grateful for those who helped us care for Mom at home until her death.

A celebration of life service will be held August 7 at 3:00 pm at the
 Peninsula Evangelical Friends Church, 1291 N. Barr Rd., Port Angeles, 
WA.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place and the family will have a private 
graveside service at a later date.&nbsp; Remains will be buried in Green 
Mound Cemetery, Mitchell County, Kansas.&nbsp; In light of Florence’s 
enduring gratitude for all veterans, we ask that memorial contributions 
be sent to the Captain Joseph House Foundation, 1108 South Oak St., Port
 Angeles, WA 98362.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Florence Berneking, the daughter of Herman and Gertrude (Hansen) 
Origer, was born February 8, 1922, on a farm in Emmet County, Iowa.&nbsp; She 
departed this life July 21, 2021, at 99-½ years old (and don’t forget 
the ½!), at her home in Sequim, Washington.She attended rural school in Iowa, and Gruver High School, Gruver, 
Iowa.&nbsp; She graduated from Estherville, Iowa Junior College in 1941 and 
from Ft. Hays Kansas State College in 1948.&nbsp; She loved children, 
teaching into her 70s.&nbsp;She married Carleton Berneking in 1945 and after World War II they 
moved to Hays, Kansas, to make their home.&nbsp; Their three children, Rex, 
Ruth and Kay, were born and raised there.Florence taught school and kept busy with Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 
Sunday school teaching, and work in the women’s groups at the Methodist 
Church.&nbsp; In 1997, she moved to Wichita, Kansas, to live with her daughter,
 Kay, and her family, helping the family following the death of her 
daughter.&nbsp; In 2007 she moved to Sequim, Washington to make her home with
 her son and his family.&nbsp; She lived very close to many of her great 
grandchildren, spending time with them until her death.Florence loved life and was active and engaged in it to the end - 
attending church, playing&nbsp;games (especially Scrabble) with her friends, 
giggling with great grandchildren and wanting to be with her family - 
traveling to visit them in the Midwest into her 90’s.Florence is survived by a son, Rex (wife, Penny), a daughter, Ruth 
Mareda (husband, John), and son-in-law, Fulton Calvery.&nbsp; She leaves ten 
grandchildren:&nbsp; Daniel (Corrie), Rebecca, Mark (Holly), James (Sharon), 
Mary, Elizabeth (Nathan), Steven (Jessica), Samuel (Christa),&nbsp;Chaney 
(Chris) and Melanie (Carter); and twelve great grandchildren: Luke, 
Ruth, Hannah, Peter, Caleb, Zadok, Lydia, Adam, Brynlee, Lilliana, 
Bailey and Rylan.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, Carleton, a daughter, Kay 
Calvery, her parents, a sister, Velma, and brothers and their wives, 
Francis (Lucille), Ralph (Betty), Maurice (Peggy), and Vernon (Vera).We are grateful for those who helped us care for Mom at home until her death.A celebration of life service will be held August 7 at 3:00 pm at the
 Peninsula Evangelical Friends Church, 1291 N. Barr Rd., Port Angeles, 
WA.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place and the family will have a private 
graveside service at a later date.&nbsp; Remains will be buried in Green 
Mound Cemetery, Mitchell County, Kansas.&nbsp; In light of Florence’s 
enduring gratitude for all veterans, we ask that memorial contributions 
be sent to the Captain Joseph House Foundation, 1108 South Oak St., Port
 Angeles, WA 98362.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Florence Berneking

Jimmy D. Brown, 74, passed away August 2, 2021, at Kansas Soldier’s Home in Dodge City.

He was born September 25, 1946, in Blanco, Texas, the son of Sim and Lila Bagby Brown.

A longtime area resident he worked as an oil field manager in 
Oklahoma and later for Good Earth Ranch in Hanston, Kansas. He was of 
the Christian faith and served the United States Navy in the Vietnam 
War. He was a member of the American Legion, Woodward, Oklahoma, the 
V.F.W, Hanston, and the N.R.A. He enjoyed hunting, shooting, and 
reloading in his spare time.

On December 15, 1988, he married Betty Dunsworth at Buffalo, Oklahoma; she survives.

Other survivors include: a daughter, Tessa Swodeck, Great Bend; two 
sons, Chris (Ashley) Swodeck, Gatesville, Texas, Eric (Kendra) Brown, 
Burdett; two sisters, Nancy Lanning, Hanston, Laura Seal, Kerrville, 
Texas; four brothers, Mike Brown, Batson, Texas, Tom Brown, Odessa, 
Texas, Joe Brown, Hanston, Charlie Brown, Sonora, Texas; nine 
grandchildren: Cierra, Dawson, Logan, Canyon, Sean, Cedar, Cadence, 
Chandler, Mackenlie; and two great grandchildren, Evalena and Dahlyla.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Linda Haynes.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 2021, at the 
Baptist Church, Hanston, with Ronnie Ruff presiding. Visitation will be 
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 6, 2021, at Beckwith Funeral Home, 
Jetmore. Burial with military graveside rites will be 3:00 p.m. 
Saturday, August 7, 2021 in Laverne, Oklahoma.

Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County Health Center in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jimmy D. Brown, 74, passed away August 2, 2021, at Kansas Soldier’s Home in Dodge City.He was born September 25, 1946, in Blanco, Texas, the son of Sim and Lila Bagby Brown.A longtime area resident he worked as an oil field manager in 
Oklahoma and later for Good Earth Ranch in Hanston, Kansas. He was of 
the Christian faith and served the United States Navy in the Vietnam 
War. He was a member of the American Legion, Woodward, Oklahoma, the 
V.F.W, Hanston, and the N.R.A. He enjoyed hunting, shooting, and 
reloading in his spare time.On December 15, 1988, he married Betty Dunsworth at Buffalo, Oklahoma; she survives.Other survivors include: a daughter, Tessa Swodeck, Great Bend; two 
sons, Chris (Ashley) Swodeck, Gatesville, Texas, Eric (Kendra) Brown, 
Burdett; two sisters, Nancy Lanning, Hanston, Laura Seal, Kerrville, 
Texas; four brothers, Mike Brown, Batson, Texas, Tom Brown, Odessa, 
Texas, Joe Brown, Hanston, Charlie Brown, Sonora, Texas; nine 
grandchildren: Cierra, Dawson, Logan, Canyon, Sean, Cedar, Cadence, 
Chandler, Mackenlie; and two great grandchildren, Evalena and Dahlyla.He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Linda Haynes.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 2021, at the 
Baptist Church, Hanston, with Ronnie Ruff presiding. Visitation will be 
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 6, 2021, at Beckwith Funeral Home, 
Jetmore. Burial with military graveside rites will be 3:00 p.m. 
Saturday, August 7, 2021 in Laverne, Oklahoma.Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County Health Center in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, PO Box 663, Jetmore, Kansas 67854.&nbsp;

Jimmy D. Brown

Terri Brown, 66, received her angel wings on July 24, 2021, at her 
daughter’s home in Oberlin, Kansas. Terri was born to Melvin and Betty 
(Norton) West on March 9, 1955, in Fort Collins, Colorado. Terri lived 
in the Loveland-Fort Collins area most of her childhood. She was 
surrounded by her dad, mom, and sister Cindi (West) Grafel.
 Her parents divorced and married again bringing new people into 
Terri’s life. Melvin married Nancy Reider and her two children. A 
daughter Debbie (Reider) Gray and a son Mark Reider. Betty married 
Archie Aman and his daughter Lorri (Aman) Grafel.
 Terri married Jack Brown on October 19, 1975, in Loveland, Colorado.
 To this union they had a daughter Jackie Lynn (Brown) Winder. Terri 
moved to California where Jack was stationed in the Marines. They 
returned to Colorado in December 1977. Terri was a stay-at-home mom. She
 did part time jobs here and there. She helped out wherever she could. 
She loved to crochet and color pictures. Her favorite past time was 
collecting figurines. She loved animals, angels, and crystals. 
 Terri had the spirit of adventure, she loved road trips anywhere at 
any time. Most of all she loved spending time with family and friends. 
In 1984, she moved to Kansas to be closer to her sister Cindi and her 
family. She divorced Jack and remained in Kansas to be close to her 
daughter until her passing.
 Terri was preceded in death by her dad and stepmom, Melvin and Nancy
 West, of Loveland, Colorado and mom and stepdad, Betty and Archie Aman,
 of Loveland, Colorado.
 She leaves behind her daughter, Jackie Lynn (Brown) Winder and 
husband James of Oberlin, Kansas; sisters: Cindi (West) Grafel and 
husband Kyle of Herndon, Kansas, Lorri (Aman) Grafel and husband Kent of
 Culbertson, Nebraska, Debbie (Reider) Gray and husband Mike of Montana;
 brother, Mark Reider of Cut Bend, Montana; Granddaughters: Carmen 
(Winder) Ridpath and husband Joseph of Goodland, Kansas, Cheyenne Winder
 of Oberlin, Kansas and a lot of nieces, nephews and great friends.
 She will be missed deeply by all.

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 </figure>Terri Brown, 66, received her angel wings on July 24, 2021, at her 
daughter’s home in Oberlin, Kansas. Terri was born to Melvin and Betty 
(Norton) West on March 9, 1955, in Fort Collins, Colorado. Terri lived 
in the Loveland-Fort Collins area most of her childhood. She was 
surrounded by her dad, mom, and sister Cindi (West) Grafel.
 Her parents divorced and married again bringing new people into 
Terri’s life. Melvin married Nancy Reider and her two children. A 
daughter Debbie (Reider) Gray and a son Mark Reider. Betty married 
Archie Aman and his daughter Lorri (Aman) Grafel.
 Terri married Jack Brown on October 19, 1975, in Loveland, Colorado.
 To this union they had a daughter Jackie Lynn (Brown) Winder. Terri 
moved to California where Jack was stationed in the Marines. They 
returned to Colorado in December 1977. Terri was a stay-at-home mom. She
 did part time jobs here and there. She helped out wherever she could. 
She loved to crochet and color pictures. Her favorite past time was 
collecting figurines. She loved animals, angels, and crystals. 
 Terri had the spirit of adventure, she loved road trips anywhere at 
any time. Most of all she loved spending time with family and friends. 
In 1984, she moved to Kansas to be closer to her sister Cindi and her 
family. She divorced Jack and remained in Kansas to be close to her 
daughter until her passing.
 Terri was preceded in death by her dad and stepmom, Melvin and Nancy
 West, of Loveland, Colorado and mom and stepdad, Betty and Archie Aman,
 of Loveland, Colorado.
 She leaves behind her daughter, Jackie Lynn (Brown) Winder and 
husband James of Oberlin, Kansas; sisters: Cindi (West) Grafel and 
husband Kyle of Herndon, Kansas, Lorri (Aman) Grafel and husband Kent of
 Culbertson, Nebraska, Debbie (Reider) Gray and husband Mike of Montana;
 brother, Mark Reider of Cut Bend, Montana; Granddaughters: Carmen 
(Winder) Ridpath and husband Joseph of Goodland, Kansas, Cheyenne Winder
 of Oberlin, Kansas and a lot of nieces, nephews and great friends.
 She will be missed deeply by all.

Terri Lynn Brown

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

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 </figure>February 8, 1962 ~ August 1, 2021An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/James-Malone">HERE</a> for service details.

James Craig Malone

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

Kiana was born on August 25, 1995, in Lawton, Oklahoma, the daughter 
of Liria (Herman) Adams.&nbsp; She grew up in Hays, Kansas, and graduated 
from Larned High School in Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; She met her fiancée Brett 
Kreutzer and from this union they were blessed with two children Brodie 
and Brynlie Kreutzer.&nbsp; She worked as a fulltime homemaker taking care of
 her growing family.&nbsp; She enjoyed making crafts with her children, 
music, and everything outdoors. She loved fishing, and was an excellent 
marksman.

Proud of her heritage, Kiana was a member of the Cherokee Nation Native American Tribe.

Surviving family include her mother Liria Adams of Catherine, Kansas,
 fiancée Brett Kreutzer, son Brodie J. Kreutzer and Brynlie N. Kreutzer 
all of the home; brothers Kelby Price of Hays, Kansas and Jerod Price of
 Tulsa, Oklahoma and sister Briana Adams of Ft. Worth, Texas. Cremation 
has been selected by the family and a private memorial service will be 
held at a later date.&nbsp; 

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

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 </figure>Kiana Danell Adams, 25, of Stockton, Kansas, died on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at her home.Kiana was born on August 25, 1995, in Lawton, Oklahoma, the daughter 
of Liria (Herman) Adams.&nbsp; She grew up in Hays, Kansas, and graduated 
from Larned High School in Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; She met her fiancée Brett 
Kreutzer and from this union they were blessed with two children Brodie 
and Brynlie Kreutzer.&nbsp; She worked as a fulltime homemaker taking care of
 her growing family.&nbsp; She enjoyed making crafts with her children, 
music, and everything outdoors. She loved fishing, and was an excellent 
marksman.Proud of her heritage, Kiana was a member of the Cherokee Nation Native American Tribe.Surviving family include her mother Liria Adams of Catherine, Kansas,
 fiancée Brett Kreutzer, son Brodie J. Kreutzer and Brynlie N. Kreutzer 
all of the home; brothers Kelby Price of Hays, Kansas and Jerod Price of
 Tulsa, Oklahoma and sister Briana Adams of Ft. Worth, Texas. Cremation 
has been selected by the family and a private memorial service will be 
held at a later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Kiana Danell Adams

Cody Joseph Johnson, 35, of Hays, KS died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on August 2,&nbsp;2021, near Hill City, KS.

Cody was born March 21, 1986, in Hays, KS to Kriag Johnson and Jackie Jacobs Eakin.&nbsp; He attended and graduated from Hays High School – class of 2004.

He was a friend to all he encountered, and enjoyed time with his family throwing darts, playing pool, and cheering on the Detroit Red Wings.&nbsp; He also enjoyed anything with two wheels, especially motorcycles.

He is survived by his daughter Emry of Hays; mother and stepfather Jackie (Shannon) Eakin of Hays; sister Cassie Johnson of Ellis; grandmas Darlene Rogers of Hays and Kay VanHouteghen of Waterford, MI; grandpa Joe Jacobs of Dodge City; and many cherished aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father Kraig; and grandpa Charlie Rogers.

Mass of Christian Burial will be&nbsp;Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,&nbsp;1805 Vine Street, Hays, KS with Father Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow the services in the parish cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, August 6, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 7p.m. at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory,&nbsp;2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to benefit Emry’s education.&nbsp; Please make any/all checks payable to Jackie Eakin in care of the funeral home.

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

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

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 </figure>March 21, 1986 - August 2, 2021Cody Joseph Johnson, 35, of Hays, KS died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on August 2,&nbsp;2021, near Hill City, KS.Cody was born March 21, 1986, in Hays, KS to Kriag Johnson and Jackie Jacobs Eakin.&nbsp; He attended and graduated from Hays High School – class of 2004.He was a friend to all he encountered, and enjoyed time with his family throwing darts, playing pool, and cheering on the Detroit Red Wings.&nbsp; He also enjoyed anything with two wheels, especially motorcycles.He is survived by his daughter Emry of Hays; mother and stepfather Jackie (Shannon) Eakin of Hays; sister Cassie Johnson of Ellis; grandmas Darlene Rogers of Hays and Kay VanHouteghen of Waterford, MI; grandpa Joe Jacobs of Dodge City; and many cherished aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father Kraig; and grandpa Charlie Rogers.Mass of Christian Burial will be&nbsp;Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church,&nbsp;1805 Vine Street, Hays, KS with Father Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow the services in the parish cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, August 6, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 7p.m. at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory,&nbsp;2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to benefit Emry’s education.&nbsp; Please make any/all checks payable to Jackie Eakin in care of the funeral home.Services in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory,&nbsp;2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Cody Joseph Johnson

Robert E. Boxley Sr. of Lakeland, Florida passed away Sunday, April 
25, 2021. He was born June 5, 1933, in Tribune, Kansas to Clifford and 
Viola Cogdill Boxley.

Robert was a veteran of the United States Navy and served during the 
Korean War. He was a member of St. Joseph's Church, the Knights of 
Columbus, and the Catholic War Veterans. Robert loved spending time with
 his family. Was a devoted fan of University of Missouri football and 
basketball. Enjoyed wood carving and won several prizes at the Florida 
State Fair. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great 
grandfather and will be greatly missed.

Robert is survived by his wife of 65 years, Donna, children Diana and
 Bradley Tice, Mark Boxley, Marsha and Vito Vano, Robert Boxley, Jr., 4 
grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.

A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. (MT) on Friday, August 6, 
2021, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Tribune, Kansas with Fr. Ben 
Martin presiding.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the St. Joseph 
Catholic Church in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Inurnment will be in the Greeley County Cemetery&nbsp;in Tribune, Kansas.

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 </figure>Robert E. Boxley Sr. of Lakeland, Florida passed away Sunday, April 
25, 2021. He was born June 5, 1933, in Tribune, Kansas to Clifford and 
Viola Cogdill Boxley.Robert was a veteran of the United States Navy and served during the 
Korean War. He was a member of St. Joseph's Church, the Knights of 
Columbus, and the Catholic War Veterans. Robert loved spending time with
 his family. Was a devoted fan of University of Missouri football and 
basketball. Enjoyed wood carving and won several prizes at the Florida 
State Fair. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great 
grandfather and will be greatly missed.Robert is survived by his wife of 65 years, Donna, children Diana and
 Bradley Tice, Mark Boxley, Marsha and Vito Vano, Robert Boxley, Jr., 4 
grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. (MT) on Friday, August 6, 
2021, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Tribune, Kansas with Fr. Ben 
Martin presiding.Memorials in lieu of flowers may be written to the St. Joseph 
Catholic Church in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 553, 
Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Inurnment will be in the Greeley County Cemetery&nbsp;in Tribune, Kansas.

Robert E. Boxley Sr.

Phillipsburg resident Kay L. Eakins passed away Sunday, August 1, 
2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age
 of 73.

She was born May 19, 1948, in Lincoln, NE the daughter of Victor and Margaret Mae (Brown) Chandler.&nbsp;

She was a kitchen aide at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg.

Kay was united in marriage to Robert L. Eakins on June 12, 1965, in Concordia, KS.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Robert.

Survivors include her son Sam Eakins and wife Brenda of Burr Oak, KS;
 brother Ken Chandler and Marta of Mankato, KS; sister Dee Engling and 
husband Mike of Phillipsburg, KS; four grandchildren: Amber, Lainie, 
Cordell, and Noah; and two great grandchildren: Keegan and Kason.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private inurnment will take place in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, KS.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc. c/o 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Phillipsburg resident Kay L. Eakins passed away Sunday, August 1, 
2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age
 of 73.She was born May 19, 1948, in Lincoln, NE the daughter of Victor and Margaret Mae (Brown) Chandler.&nbsp;She was a kitchen aide at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg.Kay was united in marriage to Robert L. Eakins on June 12, 1965, in Concordia, KS.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Robert.Survivors include her son Sam Eakins and wife Brenda of Burr Oak, KS;
 brother Ken Chandler and Marta of Mankato, KS; sister Dee Engling and 
husband Mike of Phillipsburg, KS; four grandchildren: Amber, Lainie, 
Cordell, and Noah; and two great grandchildren: Keegan and Kason.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private inurnment will take place in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Concordia, KS.Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services, Inc. c/o 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Kay L. Eakins

Clarice Elaine (Kelly) Peteete, of 
Hays, KS passed away on August 2, 2021, at HaysMed - Hays.&nbsp; Funeral 
Services will be 10 AM Saturday, August 14, 2021, at the First United 
Methodist Church in Hays, 305 West 7th Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; 
Inurnment will follow the services in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in 
Republic County, KS.

A complete obituary is pending and will be provided by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

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;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 </figure>Clarice Elaine (Kelly) Peteete, of 
Hays, KS passed away on August 2, 2021, at HaysMed - Hays.&nbsp; Funeral 
Services will be 10 AM Saturday, August 14, 2021, at the First United 
Methodist Church in Hays, 305 West 7th Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; 
Inurnment will follow the services in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in 
Republic County, KS.A complete obituary is pending and will be provided by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.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;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Clarice Peteete

Reta E. (Cody) Hawkins was born November 9, 1935, in Oberlin, KS, to 
George and Verna (Chapin) Cody. The youngest of seven children, she grew
 up at the Sappa State Park where her dad, George, was Park 
Superintendent. In 1949, they moved to town. Reta attended school in 
Oberlin. 
Reta met her future husband, “Shorty” Duane Hawkins, at a dance in 
Norcatur. Shorty was in the Air Force at that time. They were married on
 July 24, 1954, in Oberlin, KS. To this union, three children were born,
 Cheryl Ann, Robert Duane and Sandra Lee. 
In 1960, the couple made their home in McDonald, KS, where Shorty leased
 land from his Aunt Daisy and started farming. When the children were 
school age, Reta began helping with the farming. She drove a 730 John 
Deere with a buggy top and radio, pulling a 14 ft one way. When harvest 
time came, she drove the farm truck to the elevator. Reta also drove the
 school bus during the school year. She drove 2 generations of children 
in her over 30 years of driving. It was the best job she ever had and 
loved each and every kid, and they loved her too. 
Reta and Shorty had a lot of adventures together, from owning and 
operating semi’s, owning a bar and running a gas station, to racing 
stock cars, hunting and fishing. They bought land in Missouri, for 
retirement, and moved there in 1978. In 1983, they moved back to western
 Kansas and built a home in McDonald. Shorty tinkered in his shop until 
he died on May 15, 2015. Reta stayed in the home until her last days. 
She passed away peacefully, in the hospital, surrounded by her family, 
on July 30, 2021. 
Reta was preceded in death by her husband Shorty; her parents, George 
and Verna Cody; three brothers, Roy Cody, Warren Cody and Elden Cody; 
two sisters, Irel Myers and Arvilla McCloud and three grandchildren, 
Michelle Hawkins, Bradley Hawkins and Jesse Hawkins. 
She is survived by her children, Cheryl Weishapl, of St. Francis, Robert
 Hawkins, of St. Francis, and Sandra Lee, of McDonald, KS; 
grandchildren, J.D. Hawkins, Rex Weishapl and wife Emily, and Alexis 
Weishapl; great grandchildren, Chase Hawkins, Xavier Weishapl, Elina 
Weishapl and Iris Weishapl and one sister, Gara Lee Sprague. She will be
 deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. 
Visitation is from 5-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Atwood. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 4, 
2021, at the Bird City Wesleyan Church, with burial in Grace Cemetery, 
McDonald, KS. 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>Reta E. (Cody) Hawkins was born November 9, 1935, in Oberlin, KS, to 
George and Verna (Chapin) Cody. The youngest of seven children, she grew
 up at the Sappa State Park where her dad, George, was Park 
Superintendent. In 1949, they moved to town. Reta attended school in 
Oberlin. 
Reta met her future husband, “Shorty” Duane Hawkins, at a dance in 
Norcatur. Shorty was in the Air Force at that time. They were married on
 July 24, 1954, in Oberlin, KS. To this union, three children were born,
 Cheryl Ann, Robert Duane and Sandra Lee. 
In 1960, the couple made their home in McDonald, KS, where Shorty leased
 land from his Aunt Daisy and started farming. When the children were 
school age, Reta began helping with the farming. She drove a 730 John 
Deere with a buggy top and radio, pulling a 14 ft one way. When harvest 
time came, she drove the farm truck to the elevator. Reta also drove the
 school bus during the school year. She drove 2 generations of children 
in her over 30 years of driving. It was the best job she ever had and 
loved each and every kid, and they loved her too. 
Reta and Shorty had a lot of adventures together, from owning and 
operating semi’s, owning a bar and running a gas station, to racing 
stock cars, hunting and fishing. They bought land in Missouri, for 
retirement, and moved there in 1978. In 1983, they moved back to western
 Kansas and built a home in McDonald. Shorty tinkered in his shop until 
he died on May 15, 2015. Reta stayed in the home until her last days. 
She passed away peacefully, in the hospital, surrounded by her family, 
on July 30, 2021. 
Reta was preceded in death by her husband Shorty; her parents, George 
and Verna Cody; three brothers, Roy Cody, Warren Cody and Elden Cody; 
two sisters, Irel Myers and Arvilla McCloud and three grandchildren, 
Michelle Hawkins, Bradley Hawkins and Jesse Hawkins. 
She is survived by her children, Cheryl Weishapl, of St. Francis, Robert
 Hawkins, of St. Francis, and Sandra Lee, of McDonald, KS; 
grandchildren, J.D. Hawkins, Rex Weishapl and wife Emily, and Alexis 
Weishapl; great grandchildren, Chase Hawkins, Xavier Weishapl, Elina 
Weishapl and Iris Weishapl and one sister, Gara Lee Sprague. She will be
 deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. 
Visitation is from 5-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Atwood. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 4, 
2021, at the Bird City Wesleyan Church, with burial in Grace Cemetery, 
McDonald, KS. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Reta E. (Cody) Hawkins

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

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/lola-griffin/4682046/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Monday, November 11th, 1929-Friday, July 30th, 2021An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/lola-griffin/4682046/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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