Joan Moore, 88, passed away on June 27, 2021, at the Tampa, Kansas.&nbsp; 
She was born on July 5, 1932, in Missouri the daughter of Elbert and 
Pearl (Painter) Bain.

Funeral service will be on Thursday, July 8, 2021, 10:00 A.M., at the
 United Methodist Church, Ness City followed with burial in the Ness 
City Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City, 
from 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, with the family 
present from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Life Path Hospice.

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 </figure>Joan Moore, 88, passed away on June 27, 2021, at the Tampa, Kansas.&nbsp; 
She was born on July 5, 1932, in Missouri the daughter of Elbert and 
Pearl (Painter) Bain.Funeral service will be on Thursday, July 8, 2021, 10:00 A.M., at the
 United Methodist Church, Ness City followed with burial in the Ness 
City Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City, 
from 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, with the family 
present from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M.Memorial contributions may be given to the Life Path Hospice.

Joan Moore

Funeral service for Melvin Dobson will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 6,
 2021 in First Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Christie, Associate Pastor 
officiating.

Burial with military honors will follow in Flower Mound Cemetery under direction of Becker-Rabon Funeral Home.

The family will greet friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Clarence Melvin Dobson died Monday, June 28, 2021 in Lawton, Oklahoma
 at the age of 79.&nbsp; He was born to Arthur Leo (Shorty) and Mildred 
Estelle Kendall Dobson, July 7, 1941, in Payne County, Oklahoma. The 
family moved to Kansas where he lived in Phillipsburg, Logan, and 
Natoma, then moved to Plainville, Kansas in 1951. He completed grade 
school in Plainville and attended Webster High School. He joined the U. 
S. Army in 1959. He took basic training and advanced training at Fort 
Leonard Wood, Missouri, then served two years in Hanau, Germany, and 
Czechoslovakia, returning to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, supporting the 
101st Airborne.

In 1962, he returned to Plainville. On Oct. 21, 1962, he married 
Patsy Horton. They lived for a short time in Stockton, Kansas and then 
Palco, Kansas before returning to Plainville in 1963, where they raised 
their family,

Melvin was employed by Jim's Well Service, then for several years by B
 &amp; J Tank Service. He began working for Schusterman Oil Company in 
1969, and remained with the company as Samson Resources until 1986. He 
worked for Mosher Vault Company for a short time, then the couple moved 
to El Dorado, Kansas.

Melvin and his wife Pat worked as Residential Managers for adults 
with developmental disabilities while in El Dorado. They worked for 
Terramara, Inc. and then for Flinthills Services, Inc. In 1997 the 
couple left El Dorado to accept positions as a Family Teaching Couple 
with Community Living Opportunities (CLO), in Lawrence, Kansas. The 
couple was certified, and remained there until 2009, when they retired 
and moved to Lawton, Oklahoma. The final three years in Lawrence, they 
worked in conjunction with CLO as independent contractors, with two men 
living in their home as extended family members. During their time with 
CLO, the couple was honored several times as 'couple of the year'.

Melvin was a member of the Plainville VFW, and First Christian Church
 in Plainville. He attended First Baptist Church in Lawton. He enjoyed 
fishing, camping, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Surviving him are his wife, Pat, of the home; sons, Robert Melvin 
Dobson, Lawton and Nick Dobson, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; his daughter, 
Lisa Moore and husband Nate, Lawton; brothers, Raymond of Hays, Kansas, 
Larry of Plainville, Kansas, Terry of North Augusta, South Carolina and 
Jim of Mexico.&nbsp; In addition, he leaves sixteen grandchildren, numerous 
great grandchildren, one great great granddaughter, many nieces and 
nephews and numerous extended family members and friends.

Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Leo and Mildred 
Kendell Dobson, a son, Scott Patrick Dobson, sisters Mary Ann Budig, 
Betty Jo Copper and Maxine Gosvener, grandsons, Trevor Dean Dobson and 
Christopher Blake Moore.

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 </figure>Funeral service for Melvin Dobson will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 6,
 2021 in First Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Christie, Associate Pastor 
officiating.Burial with military honors will follow in Flower Mound Cemetery under direction of Becker-Rabon Funeral Home.The family will greet friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.Clarence Melvin Dobson died Monday, June 28, 2021 in Lawton, Oklahoma
 at the age of 79.&nbsp; He was born to Arthur Leo (Shorty) and Mildred 
Estelle Kendall Dobson, July 7, 1941, in Payne County, Oklahoma. The 
family moved to Kansas where he lived in Phillipsburg, Logan, and 
Natoma, then moved to Plainville, Kansas in 1951. He completed grade 
school in Plainville and attended Webster High School. He joined the U. 
S. Army in 1959. He took basic training and advanced training at Fort 
Leonard Wood, Missouri, then served two years in Hanau, Germany, and 
Czechoslovakia, returning to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, supporting the 
101st Airborne.In 1962, he returned to Plainville. On Oct. 21, 1962, he married 
Patsy Horton. They lived for a short time in Stockton, Kansas and then 
Palco, Kansas before returning to Plainville in 1963, where they raised 
their family,Melvin was employed by Jim's Well Service, then for several years by B
 &amp; J Tank Service. He began working for Schusterman Oil Company in 
1969, and remained with the company as Samson Resources until 1986. He 
worked for Mosher Vault Company for a short time, then the couple moved 
to El Dorado, Kansas.Melvin and his wife Pat worked as Residential Managers for adults 
with developmental disabilities while in El Dorado. They worked for 
Terramara, Inc. and then for Flinthills Services, Inc. In 1997 the 
couple left El Dorado to accept positions as a Family Teaching Couple 
with Community Living Opportunities (CLO), in Lawrence, Kansas. The 
couple was certified, and remained there until 2009, when they retired 
and moved to Lawton, Oklahoma. The final three years in Lawrence, they 
worked in conjunction with CLO as independent contractors, with two men 
living in their home as extended family members. During their time with 
CLO, the couple was honored several times as 'couple of the year'.Melvin was a member of the Plainville VFW, and First Christian Church
 in Plainville. He attended First Baptist Church in Lawton. He enjoyed 
fishing, camping, reading, and spending time with family and friends.Surviving him are his wife, Pat, of the home; sons, Robert Melvin 
Dobson, Lawton and Nick Dobson, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; his daughter, 
Lisa Moore and husband Nate, Lawton; brothers, Raymond of Hays, Kansas, 
Larry of Plainville, Kansas, Terry of North Augusta, South Carolina and 
Jim of Mexico.&nbsp; In addition, he leaves sixteen grandchildren, numerous 
great grandchildren, one great great granddaughter, many nieces and 
nephews and numerous extended family members and friends.Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Leo and Mildred 
Kendell Dobson, a son, Scott Patrick Dobson, sisters Mary Ann Budig, 
Betty Jo Copper and Maxine Gosvener, grandsons, Trevor Dean Dobson and 
Christopher Blake Moore.

Melvin Dobson 

Jerome “Jerry” Schnittker, 91, died June 29th, 2021 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born January 8th, 1930 in Nashville, KS, to John and Dora Schnittker.&nbsp; Jerry married Phyllis J. Leonard August 2nd, 1958, in Dodge City, KS. She predeceased Jerry in 1995.

A longtime resident of Great Bend, Jerry graduated from Cunningham 
High School in 1947.&nbsp; He then served in the US Navy and US Army 
Reserve.&nbsp; From there, he graduated from Kansas State University in 1953,
 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Coming to Great 
Bend in 1961, he was the owner and operator of The Credit Bureau of 
Great Bend and Hays for nearly 40 years.

Jerry was a member of Prince of Peace Parish. He enjoyed traveling, 
southwestern culture and art, family gatherings, and K-State sports.

Survivors include his three sons, Craig Schnittker of Great Bend, 
Clay Schnittker and wife Jill Schnittker of Lenexa, KS, and Christopher 
Schnittker of Franklin, TN; grandchildren Kaylie Schnittker of Lincoln, 
NE, Max Schnittker of Wichita, Alec Schnittker of Lenexa, and Jack 
Schnittker of Lenexa; and long-time dear friend Eleanor Bell. He was 
preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Norman Schnittker, John 
Schnittker, Don Schnittker, and Joan Schnittker.

Cremation has taken place, and a Rosary will be held at 10 a.m., at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial following at 
10:30 a.m., Friday, July 9, 2021. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend 
Cemetery with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy. In 
lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to Wounded Warrior and 
Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Jerome “Jerry” Schnittker, 91, died June 29th, 2021 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; He was born January 8th, 1930 in Nashville, KS, to John and Dora Schnittker.&nbsp; Jerry married Phyllis J. Leonard August 2nd, 1958, in Dodge City, KS. She predeceased Jerry in 1995.A longtime resident of Great Bend, Jerry graduated from Cunningham 
High School in 1947.&nbsp; He then served in the US Navy and US Army 
Reserve.&nbsp; From there, he graduated from Kansas State University in 1953,
 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Coming to Great 
Bend in 1961, he was the owner and operator of The Credit Bureau of 
Great Bend and Hays for nearly 40 years.Jerry was a member of Prince of Peace Parish. He enjoyed traveling, 
southwestern culture and art, family gatherings, and K-State sports.Survivors include his three sons, Craig Schnittker of Great Bend, 
Clay Schnittker and wife Jill Schnittker of Lenexa, KS, and Christopher 
Schnittker of Franklin, TN; grandchildren Kaylie Schnittker of Lincoln, 
NE, Max Schnittker of Wichita, Alec Schnittker of Lenexa, and Jack 
Schnittker of Lenexa; and long-time dear friend Eleanor Bell. He was 
preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Norman Schnittker, John 
Schnittker, Don Schnittker, and Joan Schnittker.Cremation has taken place, and a Rosary will be held at 10 a.m., at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial following at 
10:30 a.m., Friday, July 9, 2021. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend 
Cemetery with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy. In 
lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to Wounded Warrior and 
Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Jerome 'Jerry' Schnittker

Violet Marie (Gruver) Rutter, 97, of Russell, Kansas passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Main Street Manor in Russell.

Violet was born May 24, 1924, in Tinicum Township, Pennsylvania, the 
daughter of John Chester and Olive (Haney) Gruver. She grew up on her 
parent’s farm in Tinicum Township. She attended Temple University and 
obtained a degree in Education.

Violet was united in marriage to E. Preston Rutter on June 26, 1948,&nbsp; in Tinicum Township. This union was blessed with three children; Alexis,
 R. Kent and Barbara. They made their home in Pennsylvania, Delaware, 
Illinios, Ohio, Iowa and Louisiana. She moved to Russell, Kansas to be 
closer to her daughter.

Violet was an Elementary School Teacher. She was a lifelong Lutheran 
and attended St. John Lutheran Church in Russell. She was a member of 
the Daughters of American Revolution. She enjoyed writing and Geneology.

Violet’s surviving family include her son, Alexis V. Rutter ( Dinah);
 daughter, Barbara J.R. Dennis (Pastor Roger); brother, Paul Gruver 
(Ruth); three grandchildren, Lucas M.Dennis, Aaron K. Dennis and Kent E.
 Dennis; four great grandchildren, Kaden A. Dennis, Adelyne T. Dennis, 
Caileigh E. Dennis and Caroline Violet Dennis.

Violet was preceded in death by her parents; husband Preston; son, R.
 Kent Rutter; brothers, Luther Gruver, Darwin Gruver and John Gruver; 
sisters, Dorothy Stover, Ruth Kreibel, Mildred Ferrara, Marion G. Mellen
 and Jean Swartz.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken 
place. A Memorial has been established as R.C.A. C.F. – Russell Schools 
Apple Seed Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Violet Marie (Gruver) Rutter, 97, of Russell, Kansas passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Main Street Manor in Russell.Violet was born May 24, 1924, in Tinicum Township, Pennsylvania, the 
daughter of John Chester and Olive (Haney) Gruver. She grew up on her 
parent’s farm in Tinicum Township. She attended Temple University and 
obtained a degree in Education.Violet was united in marriage to E. Preston Rutter on June 26, 1948,&nbsp; in Tinicum Township. This union was blessed with three children; Alexis,
 R. Kent and Barbara. They made their home in Pennsylvania, Delaware, 
Illinios, Ohio, Iowa and Louisiana. She moved to Russell, Kansas to be 
closer to her daughter.Violet was an Elementary School Teacher. She was a lifelong Lutheran 
and attended St. John Lutheran Church in Russell. She was a member of 
the Daughters of American Revolution. She enjoyed writing and Geneology.Violet’s surviving family include her son, Alexis V. Rutter ( Dinah);
 daughter, Barbara J.R. Dennis (Pastor Roger); brother, Paul Gruver 
(Ruth); three grandchildren, Lucas M.Dennis, Aaron K. Dennis and Kent E.
 Dennis; four great grandchildren, Kaden A. Dennis, Adelyne T. Dennis, 
Caileigh E. Dennis and Caroline Violet Dennis.Violet was preceded in death by her parents; husband Preston; son, R.
 Kent Rutter; brothers, Luther Gruver, Darwin Gruver and John Gruver; 
sisters, Dorothy Stover, Ruth Kreibel, Mildred Ferrara, Marion G. Mellen
 and Jean Swartz.A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken 
place. A Memorial has been established as R.C.A. C.F. – Russell Schools 
Apple Seed Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Violet Marie (Gruver) Rutter

Ronald “Ron” Lee Schmidt Sr., 62, passed away June 30, 2021, at his 
home in Great Bend. He was born October 14, 1958, at Colby, to Wilmer 
&amp; LaVona (Senger) Schmidt. He married Dorothy Lee Tijerina October 
14, 1976, at Garden City. She died August 13, 2007.

A Great Bend resident for over 30 years, Ron was a laborer for Great 
Bend Packing. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, yard work and collecting 
Indian related items. He especially loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include, his children, Christie Flores and husband Victor 
of Great Bend, Mistie Schmidt of Wichita, Scottie Schmidt and fiancé 
Marcy Reeves of Great Bend, Ronnie Schmidt, Jr. and wife Angaleen of 
Russell, Monte Schmidt and wife Misti of Enid, Okla., Lacy Schneweis and
 husband Blake of Wichita, Chancy Schmidt, and Cody Schmidt and wife 
Kami, all of Great Bend, and Natch Carassco of Garden City; a brother, 
Steven Schmidt and wife Christina; three sisters, Bonnie Standley and 
husband Mark of Wichita, Susan Burleson of Dallas, Tex., and Marilyn 
Reynolds and husband Kenny of Holcomb; twenty-three grandchildren; and 
five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his 
wife, Dorothy Schmidt; and a brother, David Schmidt.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, 
July 3, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 1:00 
to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, July 4, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral 
Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 5, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding. Interment will be 
in Golden Belt Memorial Park, Great Bend. 

Memorials have been designated
 to the Ronald Schmidt Funeral Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Ronald “Ron” Lee Schmidt Sr., 62, passed away June 30, 2021, at his 
home in Great Bend. He was born October 14, 1958, at Colby, to Wilmer 
&amp; LaVona (Senger) Schmidt. He married Dorothy Lee Tijerina October 
14, 1976, at Garden City. She died August 13, 2007.A Great Bend resident for over 30 years, Ron was a laborer for Great 
Bend Packing. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, yard work and collecting 
Indian related items. He especially loved spending time with his family.Survivors include, his children, Christie Flores and husband Victor 
of Great Bend, Mistie Schmidt of Wichita, Scottie Schmidt and fiancé 
Marcy Reeves of Great Bend, Ronnie Schmidt, Jr. and wife Angaleen of 
Russell, Monte Schmidt and wife Misti of Enid, Okla., Lacy Schneweis and
 husband Blake of Wichita, Chancy Schmidt, and Cody Schmidt and wife 
Kami, all of Great Bend, and Natch Carassco of Garden City; a brother, 
Steven Schmidt and wife Christina; three sisters, Bonnie Standley and 
husband Mark of Wichita, Susan Burleson of Dallas, Tex., and Marilyn 
Reynolds and husband Kenny of Holcomb; twenty-three grandchildren; and 
five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his 
wife, Dorothy Schmidt; and a brother, David Schmidt.The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, 
July 3, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 1:00 
to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, July 4, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral 
Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 5, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding. Interment will be 
in Golden Belt Memorial Park, Great Bend. Memorials have been designated
 to the Ronald Schmidt Funeral Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Ronald 'Ron' Lee Schmidt Sr.

David Wayne Schmidt, age 77, of Lincoln, Nebraska, went to be with God on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. David was born September 10, 1943 to Simon J. Schmidt and Martha (Koehn) Schmidt.

David worked in Social Services for 40 years with his career ending in retirement in Hays, Kansas at the Ellis County Social Services agency. His Masters Degree was in Social Services from Kansas University. He loved singing, walking and mountain climbing. His favorite place for mountain climbing was Colorado, and singing in church as a solo's and in group singing. But, in the midst of all this, his most favorite thing, was taking care of his family.

This includes his loving wife, Linda (Alger), daughters Marla Dawn Schmidt and Cheryl Denise Dunn (Shaun, whom he loved dearly), two granddaughters: Abrah Corinne and Thalia Renee Dunn (the joy of his heart).

He is also survived by his sister, Marjorie Schmidt Matthews (Ronald L.) and brother Ronald G. Schmidt (Linda) and nieces Erica Frans (Steve) and Carrie Schmidt.

He is proceeded in death by his parents; Simon J. Schmidt and mother Martha (Koehn) Schmidt and brother Arvid J. Schmidt and step-mother, Rose. Grandparents; David C. and Anna (Gossen) Koehn and Abraham J. and Sarah Schmidt.

A private memorial service will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Midwest Heart Connection, in honor of David's granddaughter, Abrah Corinne Dunn. Condolences to www.lincolnfh.com.

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 </figure>David Wayne Schmidt, age 77, of Lincoln, Nebraska, went to be with God on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. David was born September 10, 1943 to Simon J. Schmidt and Martha (Koehn) Schmidt.David worked in Social Services for 40 years with his career ending in retirement in Hays, Kansas at the Ellis County Social Services agency. His Masters Degree was in Social Services from Kansas University. He loved singing, walking and mountain climbing. His favorite place for mountain climbing was Colorado, and singing in church as a solo's and in group singing. But, in the midst of all this, his most favorite thing, was taking care of his family.This includes his loving wife, Linda (Alger), daughters Marla Dawn Schmidt and Cheryl Denise Dunn (Shaun, whom he loved dearly), two granddaughters: Abrah Corinne and Thalia Renee Dunn (the joy of his heart).He is also survived by his sister, Marjorie Schmidt Matthews (Ronald L.) and brother Ronald G. Schmidt (Linda) and nieces Erica Frans (Steve) and Carrie Schmidt.He is proceeded in death by his parents; Simon J. Schmidt and mother Martha (Koehn) Schmidt and brother Arvid J. Schmidt and step-mother, Rose. Grandparents; David C. and Anna (Gossen) Koehn and Abraham J. and Sarah Schmidt.A private memorial service will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Midwest Heart Connection, in honor of David's granddaughter, Abrah Corinne Dunn. Condolences to www.lincolnfh.com.

David Wayne Schmidt

Brenda Lee Castelli, 54, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, June 29th, 2021.
 Brenda was born in Salina, Kansas on December 10, 1966, a daughter of Verlee A. (Brin) Burton and Lester L. Burton.
 On June 8, 1999, Brenda married Jim Castelli in Hays, Kansas.
 Survivors include her parents, Verlee and Lester Burton; husband, 
Jim Castelli; children; Kenda and Chase Barker, Kylee and Dudley 
Wiegand, Kody and Katelyn Tremblay, Kirsten Tremblay, Adrian Castelli, 
Emma Castelli; step children; Tausha and Kenny Bomholt; Abbey Castelli; 
Courtney and Cody Weiser; Colton Castelli; three sisters, Alice (Kevin) 
Brown, Michelle Burton, Kindra Burton; two brothers, Leslie (Debra) 
Burton, and Dennis Burton (Jeanice Bloom). She is also survived by 
grandchildren, Hayden Wiegand, Brinlee Barker, Masyn Wiegand, Kash 
Barker, Peyton Wiegand, Lillian Barker, Callan Tremblay, Grey Tremblay; 
step grandchildren, Cassidy Bomholt, Taegen Weiser, Ryleigh Weiser.
 Visitation will be Monday, July 5th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina. 
 Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, July 6th at 
Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina, Kansas with Fr. Fred Gatschet 
officiating.
 Burial will be at 2:30 pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, Damar, Kansas. 
 Donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, in care of 
Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.

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 </figure>Brenda Lee Castelli, 54, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, June 29th, 2021.
 Brenda was born in Salina, Kansas on December 10, 1966, a daughter of Verlee A. (Brin) Burton and Lester L. Burton.
 On June 8, 1999, Brenda married Jim Castelli in Hays, Kansas.
 Survivors include her parents, Verlee and Lester Burton; husband, 
Jim Castelli; children; Kenda and Chase Barker, Kylee and Dudley 
Wiegand, Kody and Katelyn Tremblay, Kirsten Tremblay, Adrian Castelli, 
Emma Castelli; step children; Tausha and Kenny Bomholt; Abbey Castelli; 
Courtney and Cody Weiser; Colton Castelli; three sisters, Alice (Kevin) 
Brown, Michelle Burton, Kindra Burton; two brothers, Leslie (Debra) 
Burton, and Dennis Burton (Jeanice Bloom). She is also survived by 
grandchildren, Hayden Wiegand, Brinlee Barker, Masyn Wiegand, Kash 
Barker, Peyton Wiegand, Lillian Barker, Callan Tremblay, Grey Tremblay; 
step grandchildren, Cassidy Bomholt, Taegen Weiser, Ryleigh Weiser.
 Visitation will be Monday, July 5th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina. 
 Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, July 6th at 
Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina, Kansas with Fr. Fred Gatschet 
officiating.
 Burial will be at 2:30 pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, Damar, Kansas. 
 Donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, in care of 
Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas 67401.

Brenda Lee Castelli

David Lee Schneider, age 88, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital Long Term Care. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

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 </figure>David Lee Schneider, age 88, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital Long Term Care. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

David Lee Schneider

In the loving care of his family, Arvon John Marcotte, age 85 of 
Nebraska City passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at his daughter’s 
home in Omaha.

Arvon was born on November 24, 1935, to John J. and Rosa A. 
(Balthazor) Marcotte at their home in Zurich, KS. He was the youngest of
 eight children. Throughout childhood he enjoyed serving daily mass, 
fishing with his father, and developing his love of sports. He graduated
 from Palco High School in Palco, KS with the class of 1953.&nbsp; Arvon 
entered the United States Army on November 13, 1958, where he traveled 
Europe as a baseball pitcher for NACOM, proudly serving his country, 
until his honorable discharge on October 21, 1960.

On August 25, 1962, Arvon was united in marriage to the love of his 
life, Luella Marie Pfeifer in Damar, KS. They were blessed with four 
children: Karla, Jeff, Mark and Janelle.&nbsp; Arvon and Lu moved to Nebraska
 City in 1974. In Nebraska City, Arvon owned and operated Farmers Bank, 
served a term as president of Nebraska Bankers Association, and retired 
from banking in 2015 after a career of nearly 60 years.

Although Arvon cherished his banking career, his greatest love was 
his family. Arvon had an immense capacity for love. He was kind, 
patient, generous, friendly and honest.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lu Marcotte of Nebraska City;
 children:&nbsp; Karla Townley (Joseph) of Omaha, NE, Jeff Marcotte (Anne) of
 Omaha, NE, Mark Marcotte (Rosie) of Bellevue, NE and Janelle Gress 
(Mike) of Nebraska City; 13 grandchildren:&nbsp; Claire, Annie (Matt), Ellen,
 Mary, James, Lizzy, Johnny, Joe, Emily, Renee, Matt, Tom and Alex; 
sister Gloria Hamel (Gary) of El Dorado, KS; sister-in-law Marietta 
Marcotte of Hartford, AR; sisters and brothers-in-law:&nbsp; Virginia Roberts
 (Jerry) of Liberal, KS, Donna Bealby (Steve) of Kansas City, MO, Leon 
Pfeifer of Lake Havasu, AZ, Alan Pfeifer of Hays, KS and Mona Belleau 
(Sam) of Norman, OK; many nieces, nephews and other family and friends.

Arvon was preceded in death by his parents and siblings and their 
spouses:&nbsp; Victor Marcotte (Josephine), LaVerne Stephen (Adrian), Leroy 
Marcotte (Joyce), Delmar Marcotte (Marge), Elaine Ferland (Archie) and 
Idris Marcotte.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 18, 2021, at
 St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nebraska City with Fr. Michael McCabe 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nebraska City
 with Military Honors conducted by the Nebraska Army National Guard 
Funeral Honors Detail.

The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on 
Thursday, June 17, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will be
 recited at 7:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church Endowment Fund, Lourdes Central Catholic Endowment Fund, Nebraska
 City Fire and Rescue, Nebraska City Food Bank or the Donor’s Favorite 
Charity.

Remembrances may be left at www.gudefuneralhomes.com.

Gude Mortuary in Nebraska City is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>In the loving care of his family, Arvon John Marcotte, age 85 of 
Nebraska City passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at his daughter’s 
home in Omaha.Arvon was born on November 24, 1935, to John J. and Rosa A. 
(Balthazor) Marcotte at their home in Zurich, KS. He was the youngest of
 eight children. Throughout childhood he enjoyed serving daily mass, 
fishing with his father, and developing his love of sports. He graduated
 from Palco High School in Palco, KS with the class of 1953.&nbsp; Arvon 
entered the United States Army on November 13, 1958, where he traveled 
Europe as a baseball pitcher for NACOM, proudly serving his country, 
until his honorable discharge on October 21, 1960.On August 25, 1962, Arvon was united in marriage to the love of his 
life, Luella Marie Pfeifer in Damar, KS. They were blessed with four 
children: Karla, Jeff, Mark and Janelle.&nbsp; Arvon and Lu moved to Nebraska
 City in 1974. In Nebraska City, Arvon owned and operated Farmers Bank, 
served a term as president of Nebraska Bankers Association, and retired 
from banking in 2015 after a career of nearly 60 years.Although Arvon cherished his banking career, his greatest love was 
his family. Arvon had an immense capacity for love. He was kind, 
patient, generous, friendly and honest.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lu Marcotte of Nebraska City;
 children:&nbsp; Karla Townley (Joseph) of Omaha, NE, Jeff Marcotte (Anne) of
 Omaha, NE, Mark Marcotte (Rosie) of Bellevue, NE and Janelle Gress 
(Mike) of Nebraska City; 13 grandchildren:&nbsp; Claire, Annie (Matt), Ellen,
 Mary, James, Lizzy, Johnny, Joe, Emily, Renee, Matt, Tom and Alex; 
sister Gloria Hamel (Gary) of El Dorado, KS; sister-in-law Marietta 
Marcotte of Hartford, AR; sisters and brothers-in-law:&nbsp; Virginia Roberts
 (Jerry) of Liberal, KS, Donna Bealby (Steve) of Kansas City, MO, Leon 
Pfeifer of Lake Havasu, AZ, Alan Pfeifer of Hays, KS and Mona Belleau 
(Sam) of Norman, OK; many nieces, nephews and other family and friends.Arvon was preceded in death by his parents and siblings and their 
spouses:&nbsp; Victor Marcotte (Josephine), LaVerne Stephen (Adrian), Leroy 
Marcotte (Joyce), Delmar Marcotte (Marge), Elaine Ferland (Archie) and 
Idris Marcotte.A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 18, 2021, at
 St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nebraska City with Fr. Michael McCabe 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Nebraska City
 with Military Honors conducted by the Nebraska Army National Guard 
Funeral Honors Detail.The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on 
Thursday, June 17, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will be
 recited at 7:00 p.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church Endowment Fund, Lourdes Central Catholic Endowment Fund, Nebraska
 City Fire and Rescue, Nebraska City Food Bank or the Donor’s Favorite 
Charity.Remembrances may be left at www.gudefuneralhomes.com.Gude Mortuary in Nebraska City is in charge of arrangements.

Arvon John Marcotte

Phillipsburg resident Lee Jennings passed away on Wednesday, June 23,
 2021, at the Phillips County Hospital, Phillipsburg, at the age of 91.

He was born August 20, 1929, in Phillipsburg, KS the son of Vernon O. 
and Allie A. (Blessman) Jennings.&nbsp; He served in the United States Army.

On December 10, 1950, he was united in marriage to Patsy Ann 
Faulkender.&nbsp; To this union, seven children were born: LeAnn, Sandy, 
Terri, Randy, Connie, Mike, and Stacey.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Patsy; son Randy; 
daughters LeAnn Mollet and Connie Flores; six brothers Owasa, Fred, 
Leonard, Lorrance, Donald, Ora, and Delvin; and three sisters Francis 
Maxfield, Dorothy Ostrander, and Ruth Neske.

Survivors include his son Mike Jennings of Phillipsburg; daughters 
Sandy Goscha of Bartlesville, OK, Terry Kendall of Baldwin City, KS, and
 Stacey Jennings of Phillipsburg; 10 grandchildren; 19 great 
grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.

There will be a private family service on Friday morning.&nbsp; The family
 would like to invite friends to the family home for a time of 
fellowship with a luncheon being served from noon until 2 p.m. Friday. 
&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lee Jennings Memorial Fund.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Lee Jennings passed away on Wednesday, June 23,
 2021, at the Phillips County Hospital, Phillipsburg, at the age of 91.He was born August 20, 1929, in Phillipsburg, KS the son of Vernon O. 
and Allie A. (Blessman) Jennings.&nbsp; He served in the United States Army.On December 10, 1950, he was united in marriage to Patsy Ann 
Faulkender.&nbsp; To this union, seven children were born: LeAnn, Sandy, 
Terri, Randy, Connie, Mike, and Stacey.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Patsy; son Randy; 
daughters LeAnn Mollet and Connie Flores; six brothers Owasa, Fred, 
Leonard, Lorrance, Donald, Ora, and Delvin; and three sisters Francis 
Maxfield, Dorothy Ostrander, and Ruth Neske.Survivors include his son Mike Jennings of Phillipsburg; daughters 
Sandy Goscha of Bartlesville, OK, Terry Kendall of Baldwin City, KS, and
 Stacey Jennings of Phillipsburg; 10 grandchildren; 19 great 
grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.There will be a private family service on Friday morning.&nbsp; The family
 would like to invite friends to the family home for a time of 
fellowship with a luncheon being served from noon until 2 p.m. Friday. 
&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to the Lee Jennings Memorial Fund.

Lee Jennings

Marlin Gene “Mark” Foster passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at the 
Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas at the age of 84. He was born to 
Ivan and Emma (Ziems) Foster on March 19, 1937, in Arapahoe, Nebraska. 
Mark was blessed with four children: Rick, Randy, Rhonda, and Rebecca.
 Mark grew up in Nebraska and attended school in Arapahoe. In his 
early adult years, he moved to several places including Phillipsburg, 
Grand Island, Kearney, Hill City, and others before settling into 
Stockton about 15 years ago. He was a talented autobody mechanic and 
all-around handyman. He had an eye for detail and made sure things were 
done the right way, his way. Mark rarely missed coffee in the morning at
 Doug’s with his buddies, he kept a full cup from the beginning of the 
day until the day was done. Outside of his love for fixing up cars he 
had a passion for hunting and boat fishing. He competed in several 
fishing tournaments and has many trophies to show for it. Mark loved 
dogs and enjoyed training them to hunt. He trained a lot of Labrador 
Retrievers, but his friends and family will always remember a Weimaraner
 named Sarge and his American Brittany, Ticker. Mark had a “sure of 
himself” way about him, but if you ask the grandkids or his dogs, there 
was a softer side. 11 years of Mark’s life was dedicated to care for his
 late wife Doris while she was battling Alzheimer’s. Mark stayed by her 
side and made sure she was properly taken care of in their home until 
the day she passed away in 2010.
 Mark will be greatly missed by all who got to know him, but his 
memory will live on in our hearts and minds. Through his life he taught 
us that a job worth doing, is a job worth doing well, to enjoy the 
little things, and to serve God and one another.
 He is survived by his children, Rick Foster of Deluth, MN, Randy 
(Erin) Foster of Norman, OK, Rhonda (Eugene) Gooding of Timnath, CO, and
 Rebecca (Daniel) Buckman of Stoutsville, MO; siblings, Roger Foster of 
Republican City, NE and Ellen Anderson of Gaylord, KS; brother-in-law, 
Bob Anderson of Downs, KS; thirteen grandchildren, Shanna, Steven, Adam,
 Sonie, Travis, Sarah, Ashley, Sheena, Stevie, Shane, Shawn, and 
Whitney, and Fifteen Great-Grandchildren, Kathryn, Logan, Eva, Bastian, 
Tristan, Raina, Emma, Brody, Carson, Lana, Bryce, Talon, Benson, Jovey, 
and Samuel.
 Mark joins in heaven his parents, Ivan and Emma Foster; wife, Doris 
(Senesac) Foster; sister, Carol Anderson; grandchild, Nicholas; 
sister-in-law, JoAnn Foster; and brother-in-law, Gerald Anderson.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at
 the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton starting at 10 AM. 
Visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral home from 4PM until 8PM
 with a Vigil Service and Rosary starting at 7PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to Masses or to the Marlin Foster Memorial 
Fund to assist with funeral expenses and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North First, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Marlin Gene “Mark” Foster passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at the 
Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas at the age of 84. He was born to 
Ivan and Emma (Ziems) Foster on March 19, 1937, in Arapahoe, Nebraska. 
Mark was blessed with four children: Rick, Randy, Rhonda, and Rebecca.
 Mark grew up in Nebraska and attended school in Arapahoe. In his 
early adult years, he moved to several places including Phillipsburg, 
Grand Island, Kearney, Hill City, and others before settling into 
Stockton about 15 years ago. He was a talented autobody mechanic and 
all-around handyman. He had an eye for detail and made sure things were 
done the right way, his way. Mark rarely missed coffee in the morning at
 Doug’s with his buddies, he kept a full cup from the beginning of the 
day until the day was done. Outside of his love for fixing up cars he 
had a passion for hunting and boat fishing. He competed in several 
fishing tournaments and has many trophies to show for it. Mark loved 
dogs and enjoyed training them to hunt. He trained a lot of Labrador 
Retrievers, but his friends and family will always remember a Weimaraner
 named Sarge and his American Brittany, Ticker. Mark had a “sure of 
himself” way about him, but if you ask the grandkids or his dogs, there 
was a softer side. 11 years of Mark’s life was dedicated to care for his
 late wife Doris while she was battling Alzheimer’s. Mark stayed by her 
side and made sure she was properly taken care of in their home until 
the day she passed away in 2010.
 Mark will be greatly missed by all who got to know him, but his 
memory will live on in our hearts and minds. Through his life he taught 
us that a job worth doing, is a job worth doing well, to enjoy the 
little things, and to serve God and one another.
 He is survived by his children, Rick Foster of Deluth, MN, Randy 
(Erin) Foster of Norman, OK, Rhonda (Eugene) Gooding of Timnath, CO, and
 Rebecca (Daniel) Buckman of Stoutsville, MO; siblings, Roger Foster of 
Republican City, NE and Ellen Anderson of Gaylord, KS; brother-in-law, 
Bob Anderson of Downs, KS; thirteen grandchildren, Shanna, Steven, Adam,
 Sonie, Travis, Sarah, Ashley, Sheena, Stevie, Shane, Shawn, and 
Whitney, and Fifteen Great-Grandchildren, Kathryn, Logan, Eva, Bastian, 
Tristan, Raina, Emma, Brody, Carson, Lana, Bryce, Talon, Benson, Jovey, 
and Samuel.
 Mark joins in heaven his parents, Ivan and Emma Foster; wife, Doris 
(Senesac) Foster; sister, Carol Anderson; grandchild, Nicholas; 
sister-in-law, JoAnn Foster; and brother-in-law, Gerald Anderson.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at
 the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton starting at 10 AM. 
Visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral home from 4PM until 8PM
 with a Vigil Service and Rosary starting at 7PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to Masses or to the Marlin Foster Memorial 
Fund to assist with funeral expenses and may be sent in care of 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 North First, Stockton, KS 67669.

Marlin Gene 'Mark' Foster

Jane D. Ball, wife of Gene R. Ball, 84, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021.

Jane graduated from High School in Ransom, Kansas in 1955 and had a 
passion for music.&nbsp; She then graduated from the University of Kansas in 
1958 with a BS in Language Arts and Secondary Education.&nbsp; During her 
work career, Jane excelled as a Jr. High School teacher in Lindale, 
Texas, she worked as District Clerk with Eastman Whipstock and Hunt 
Energy, and she was an Office Manager with various companies.

Jane was a talented musician who used her superb Vocal and Piano 
skills to bring life and joy to all who knew her.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
entertaining and caring for others, and she always did so with a 
creative and ever-present loving spirit.&nbsp; Jane brought 
attention-to-detail and professionalism to everything she did.&nbsp;

Jane was a believer in Jesus Christ (John 3:16).&nbsp; While here, she was
 a blessing to everyone she knew.&nbsp; But now, she has gone home to be with
 the Lord.

Left to cherish Jane’s memory are Gene R. Ball, her husband of 63 
years; her loving children, Cynthia R. Martin, Gregory M. Ball, and Dr. 
Sheldon L. Ball; grandchildren Jeffrey E. Crook and Tiffany R. Martin; 
great-grandchild Rylee M. Crook; and extended family members.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents Philemon (Phil) E. and Helen D. Neyer, and brother Phil Neyer, Jr.

The Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at New Day
 Church, 17331 Butera Rd., Magnolia, Texas 77355 at 11:00 a.m.

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 </figure>Jane D. Ball, wife of Gene R. Ball, 84, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021.Jane graduated from High School in Ransom, Kansas in 1955 and had a 
passion for music.&nbsp; She then graduated from the University of Kansas in 
1958 with a BS in Language Arts and Secondary Education.&nbsp; During her 
work career, Jane excelled as a Jr. High School teacher in Lindale, 
Texas, she worked as District Clerk with Eastman Whipstock and Hunt 
Energy, and she was an Office Manager with various companies.Jane was a talented musician who used her superb Vocal and Piano 
skills to bring life and joy to all who knew her.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
entertaining and caring for others, and she always did so with a 
creative and ever-present loving spirit.&nbsp; Jane brought 
attention-to-detail and professionalism to everything she did.&nbsp;Jane was a believer in Jesus Christ (John 3:16).&nbsp; While here, she was
 a blessing to everyone she knew.&nbsp; But now, she has gone home to be with
 the Lord.Left to cherish Jane’s memory are Gene R. Ball, her husband of 63 
years; her loving children, Cynthia R. Martin, Gregory M. Ball, and Dr. 
Sheldon L. Ball; grandchildren Jeffrey E. Crook and Tiffany R. Martin; 
great-grandchild Rylee M. Crook; and extended family members.Jane was preceded in death by her parents Philemon (Phil) E. and Helen D. Neyer, and brother Phil Neyer, Jr.The Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at New Day
 Church, 17331 Butera Rd., Magnolia, Texas 77355 at 11:00 a.m.

Jane D. Ball

Faye Ellen Anderson, age 87, died on September 25, 2020, at Garden 
Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, KS. She was preceded in death 
by her parents, brother Ben, husband Carol (Andy) N. Anderson, and 
earlier this year by her sons Nils and Jerry. She is survived locally by
 her daughter Kristin and grandson Zachary, sons Mark O. Anderson (wife 
Susan) of Bellevue, WA and Charles Anderson of Naples, FL, sister Lou 
Hoover (husband Rod) of Topeka, KS, and grandsons Matthew (San 
Francisco), Christopher, and Grant (Chicago).&nbsp;

Faye Ellen was born on July 12, 1933 in Natoma, KS to Louis Beisner 
and Lila Hankins. &nbsp;She met husband Andy there directing the high school 
band and vocal music and coaching football. They married on May 20, 1953
 and were together for 41 years. &nbsp;In Natoma, she worked with her mother,
 the editor of the Natoma-Luray Independent newspaper. They later lived 
in Effingham and Russell, where she was activities secretary at the high
 school.&nbsp; They moved to Garden City in 1970, where Andy taught vocal 
music at Garden City Community College and Faye Ellen worked, first in 
the&nbsp;Santa Fe Trail Council, BSA office and then&nbsp;as window clerk until 
her retirement with the United States Postal Service. &nbsp;

Faye Ellen was the ultimate Mother and beloved Grandmother - steady, 
calm, resilient, positive, patient, curious, smart, loving, and 
generous. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Finney 
County Senior Center, Order of the Eastern Star, church circles, and the
 Garden City Civic Choral Union.&nbsp; Favorite family activities were 
playing cards and games and working puzzles together. She was a fierce 
bridge player, playing weekly with dear friends. She enjoyed riding 
bikes with Zach and tending her garden.

Faye Ellen remained the active, loving caregiver of her household 
into 2020, seeing her special son Nils safely into God’s hands.&nbsp;&nbsp;She 
cared deeply for those facing challenges in life. Faye Ellen knew that, 
with the Covid-19 pandemic, the still postponed memorial service for 
Nils and then unexpectedly, heartbreakingly Jerry,&nbsp; would probably, in 
the end, include her. She can now rest in peace and join Nils, Jerry, 
Andy, and others in Heaven.&nbsp;

The memorial service for Nils, Jerry, and Faye Ellen Anderson will be
 held on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at 2 pm at First United Methodist 
Church in Garden City, Kansas.

Memorial gifts are suggested in lieu of flowers to Team Elanor, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation ,&nbsp;400 S Colorado Blvd Ste 840, Denver, CO &nbsp;80246, in honor of her grand-niece Elanor, daughter of Clarissa Hoover of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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 </figure>Faye Ellen Anderson, age 87, died on September 25, 2020, at Garden 
Valley Retirement Village in Garden City, KS. She was preceded in death 
by her parents, brother Ben, husband Carol (Andy) N. Anderson, and 
earlier this year by her sons Nils and Jerry. She is survived locally by
 her daughter Kristin and grandson Zachary, sons Mark O. Anderson (wife 
Susan) of Bellevue, WA and Charles Anderson of Naples, FL, sister Lou 
Hoover (husband Rod) of Topeka, KS, and grandsons Matthew (San 
Francisco), Christopher, and Grant (Chicago).&nbsp;Faye Ellen was born on July 12, 1933 in Natoma, KS to Louis Beisner 
and Lila Hankins. &nbsp;She met husband Andy there directing the high school 
band and vocal music and coaching football. They married on May 20, 1953
 and were together for 41 years. &nbsp;In Natoma, she worked with her mother,
 the editor of the Natoma-Luray Independent newspaper. They later lived 
in Effingham and Russell, where she was activities secretary at the high
 school.&nbsp; They moved to Garden City in 1970, where Andy taught vocal 
music at Garden City Community College and Faye Ellen worked, first in 
the&nbsp;Santa Fe Trail Council, BSA office and then&nbsp;as window clerk until 
her retirement with the United States Postal Service. &nbsp;Faye Ellen was the ultimate Mother and beloved Grandmother - steady, 
calm, resilient, positive, patient, curious, smart, loving, and 
generous. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Finney 
County Senior Center, Order of the Eastern Star, church circles, and the
 Garden City Civic Choral Union.&nbsp; Favorite family activities were 
playing cards and games and working puzzles together. She was a fierce 
bridge player, playing weekly with dear friends. She enjoyed riding 
bikes with Zach and tending her garden.Faye Ellen remained the active, loving caregiver of her household 
into 2020, seeing her special son Nils safely into God’s hands.&nbsp;&nbsp;She 
cared deeply for those facing challenges in life. Faye Ellen knew that, 
with the Covid-19 pandemic, the still postponed memorial service for 
Nils and then unexpectedly, heartbreakingly Jerry,&nbsp; would probably, in 
the end, include her. She can now rest in peace and join Nils, Jerry, 
Andy, and others in Heaven.&nbsp;The memorial service for Nils, Jerry, and Faye Ellen Anderson will be
 held on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at 2 pm at First United Methodist 
Church in Garden City, Kansas.Memorial gifts are suggested in lieu of flowers to Team Elanor, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation ,&nbsp;400 S Colorado Blvd Ste 840, Denver, CO &nbsp;80246, in honor of her grand-niece Elanor, daughter of Clarissa Hoover of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Faye Ellen Anderson

Erlyn Marcene Donner Mattley passed from this life June 23, 2021, in Elk City, Oklahoma, at the age of 90 years, 10 months, and 14 days. Erlyn was born at home August 9, 1930, the youngest of four, to her parents, Vern and Nana (Johnson) Donner in Garfield County, Nebraska.

Erlyn grew up on the Cedar River north of Ericson, NE, and graduated from Burwell High School, received Normal Training and taught in a one room school for two years. She was quite the horsewoman and was a Nebraska’s Big Rodeo queen contestant in 1947. April 9, 1950, Erlyn was married to Dale Mattley in Burwell, NE, and five children were born to this union: Renetta, Rachel, Ronda, Ryan, and Renee’.

Dale and Erlyn operated a retail business in Burwell for 33 years, 1957-1990. Erlyn was a long time active member of Burwell’s First Christian Church where she taught Sunday School, was a member of the Worker’s Society, helped with funeral dinners, and many other activities of the church. Highlights of their life together were the trips they made to the Holy Land, the Philippines which included a side trip to Communist China and Hong Kong, to Donner Pass near Truckee, CA., and camping with the kids and grandkids at Lake McConaughy.

Survivors include her husband, Dale of the home; her children: Renetta and Kerry Hookstra, Sayre, OK; Rachel Dye, Tulsa, OK; Ronda Mattley, Nampa, ID; Ryan Mattley, Ft. Collins, CO; and Renee Johnson, Ft. Collins, CO; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren.

Erlyn was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and two sisters, and one grandchild.

A visitation and viewing is set for Thursday, July 1 from 5-8 p.m. at Domoney Funeral Home in Downs, KS. Graveside service will be held at Cottonwood Cemetery at Burwell, NE, 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 2.

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 </figure>Erlyn Marcene Donner Mattley passed from this life June 23, 2021, in Elk City, Oklahoma, at the age of 90 years, 10 months, and 14 days. Erlyn was born at home August 9, 1930, the youngest of four, to her parents, Vern and Nana (Johnson) Donner in Garfield County, Nebraska.Erlyn grew up on the Cedar River north of Ericson, NE, and graduated from Burwell High School, received Normal Training and taught in a one room school for two years. She was quite the horsewoman and was a Nebraska’s Big Rodeo queen contestant in 1947. April 9, 1950, Erlyn was married to Dale Mattley in Burwell, NE, and five children were born to this union: Renetta, Rachel, Ronda, Ryan, and Renee’.Dale and Erlyn operated a retail business in Burwell for 33 years, 1957-1990. Erlyn was a long time active member of Burwell’s First Christian Church where she taught Sunday School, was a member of the Worker’s Society, helped with funeral dinners, and many other activities of the church. Highlights of their life together were the trips they made to the Holy Land, the Philippines which included a side trip to Communist China and Hong Kong, to Donner Pass near Truckee, CA., and camping with the kids and grandkids at Lake McConaughy.Survivors include her husband, Dale of the home; her children: Renetta and Kerry Hookstra, Sayre, OK; Rachel Dye, Tulsa, OK; Ronda Mattley, Nampa, ID; Ryan Mattley, Ft. Collins, CO; and Renee Johnson, Ft. Collins, CO; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren.Erlyn was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and two sisters, and one grandchild.A visitation and viewing is set for Thursday, July 1 from 5-8 p.m. at Domoney Funeral Home in Downs, KS. Graveside service will be held at Cottonwood Cemetery at Burwell, NE, 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 2.

Erlyn Mattley

Phyllis Joan Taylor passed away on June 29, 2021, at the Sheridan County 
Long Term Care following a short illness. Joan (pronounced as “Jo-ann”)
 was born on her family’s farm northwest of Hoxie, Kansas on December 
30, 1940, to Willard and Eula (Hamilton) Farber. Joan was the fifth of 
eight children--and the oldest girl. She would joke that she never 
recognized herself in pictures because that was the only time she wore a
 dress (she usually wore her older brother’s hand-me down overalls.) 
 Joan attended the Consolidated #2 country school near her home, 
starting first grade when she was 5 years old. She graduated from 
Sheridan Community High School as valedictorian of her class in 1958 and
 received her degree in teaching from Kansas State Teachers College in 
Emporia, Kansas in 1961. She taught Algebra and General Mathematics at 
Campus High School in Wichita, Kansas. Then she returned to Hoxie to 
marry and taught Junior High at the Hoxie Grade School for two years 
before staying home to raise her family.
 Joan married Ben Taylor on July 27, 1963, at the First Presbyterian 
Church in Hoxie. They made their home on his grandparent’s farm 4 ½ 
miles east of Hoxie. Together, they built Taylor Farms -- he as the 
farmer &amp; rancher and she as the one who could have a meal on the 
table or out to the field at any time of day, move irrigation pipe, keep
 the books, and be on call to help move machinery or cattle. For 
several years she worked at the Hoxie and Hill City Sale Barns and 
enjoyed meeting all the cattle buyers.
 Joan’s true calling was that of an educator. Her youngest sister 
was her first student…playing school with her and teaching her sight 
words. She was a patient teacher, spending many nights calmly managing 
her daughters’ tears and temper tantrums while practicing math flash 
cards, timed tests, algebra, and geometry. Even after leaving her 
teaching position at the school, Joan tutored students, usually in math,
 every year and never asked families for payment. Now, scores of 
previous students know how far Train A (traveling 30 MPH) was from the 
station when overtaken by Train B (traveling 40 MPH). In recent years, 
Joan worked part time at the Hoxie Grade School library. Although 
reshelving books could be a chore…she loved being around the kids and 
the teachers.
 Joan also applied her gifts as a teacher at her church. She taught 
Sunday School classes for children and adults, directed the Vacation 
Bible School programs, planned Christmas programs and services, and 
taught Bible studies. Most recently, she created a self-guided art 
museum display depicting the life of Jesus through varied artwork. She 
was always looking for new and creative ways to engage her students and 
the children of the church…many people still remember the life-sized 
camels that she made for the Wise Men to ride during a Christmas 
program!
 Joan was an active member of her church, serving as an elder, 
committee member, and as the head of the Christian Education committee. 
 She was also a member and officer of Presbyterian Women. She was 
involved in many other community activities and committees such as 4-H, 
Sheridan County Historical Society, Friends of the Library, and the 
Sheridan County Hospital Auxiliary. Joan also served on the USD 412 
Board of Education.
 In her spare time, Joan battled the weeds in her garden, completed 
jigsaw puzzles, and enjoyed cooking for her family. She read and 
studied her Bible daily. She challenged herself by learning new crafts 
and creative skills…taking classes in quilting, cake decorating, and 
furniture refinishing and she loved solving logic and math puzzles. 
She discovered that she loved to golf and would practice in the pasture 
behind their house. When her grandchildren were young, she accompanied 
them on numerous trips, digging for dinosaur bones, watching Civil War 
re-enactments, visiting museums and historical landmarks, and taking 
more trips to the Rolling Hills Zoo than she could count. She was 
willing to do anything with her grandchildren—including riding every 
single ride at Disney World --even the Tower of Terror! 
 Preceding Joan in death was her husband Ben, her grandson Michael 
Borella, her parents Willard &amp; Eula Farber, her brothers Bill, 
Monte, Ford, and Jim Farber and her sister, Rose (Farber) Wagoner. 
 Left to grieve her loss are her daughters-- Tamara (Dr. Daniel 
Coyne) of St. Louis, MO and Cyndie (Roger Aumiller) of Hoxie; 
grandchildren Nicholas Borella (Christine) and Matthew Borella of St. 
Louis, MO; Katie (Lance Weis) and Quinn Aumiller of Hoxie; Roman King 
(Jill Kraus) of Fort Worth, TX; PFC Ben Aumiller of Twentynine Palms, 
CA; great-grandchildren June Weis and Ezra Borella; brother Kyle Farber 
of Lodgepole, NE; sister Linda (Bob Randolph) of Berryton, KS; 
sister-in-law Mary (Dr. Richard Mosier) of Claremore, OK; many nieces, 
nephews, and friends. 
 Visitation will be at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home on Monday, 
July 5, 2021, from 9:00 am– 12:30 pm. Funeral services will follow at 
3:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Hoxie, KS. Burial will be 
in the Hoxie City Cemetery. 
 The family is asking for memorials to be given in her name to the Sheridan County Benefit Walk.

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 </figure>Phyllis Joan Taylor passed away on June 29, 2021, at the Sheridan County 
Long Term Care following a short illness. Joan (pronounced as “Jo-ann”)
 was born on her family’s farm northwest of Hoxie, Kansas on December 
30, 1940, to Willard and Eula (Hamilton) Farber. Joan was the fifth of 
eight children--and the oldest girl. She would joke that she never 
recognized herself in pictures because that was the only time she wore a
 dress (she usually wore her older brother’s hand-me down overalls.) 
 Joan attended the Consolidated #2 country school near her home, 
starting first grade when she was 5 years old. She graduated from 
Sheridan Community High School as valedictorian of her class in 1958 and
 received her degree in teaching from Kansas State Teachers College in 
Emporia, Kansas in 1961. She taught Algebra and General Mathematics at 
Campus High School in Wichita, Kansas. Then she returned to Hoxie to 
marry and taught Junior High at the Hoxie Grade School for two years 
before staying home to raise her family.
 Joan married Ben Taylor on July 27, 1963, at the First Presbyterian 
Church in Hoxie. They made their home on his grandparent’s farm 4 ½ 
miles east of Hoxie. Together, they built Taylor Farms -- he as the 
farmer &amp; rancher and she as the one who could have a meal on the 
table or out to the field at any time of day, move irrigation pipe, keep
 the books, and be on call to help move machinery or cattle. For 
several years she worked at the Hoxie and Hill City Sale Barns and 
enjoyed meeting all the cattle buyers.
 Joan’s true calling was that of an educator. Her youngest sister 
was her first student…playing school with her and teaching her sight 
words. She was a patient teacher, spending many nights calmly managing 
her daughters’ tears and temper tantrums while practicing math flash 
cards, timed tests, algebra, and geometry. Even after leaving her 
teaching position at the school, Joan tutored students, usually in math,
 every year and never asked families for payment. Now, scores of 
previous students know how far Train A (traveling 30 MPH) was from the 
station when overtaken by Train B (traveling 40 MPH). In recent years, 
Joan worked part time at the Hoxie Grade School library. Although 
reshelving books could be a chore…she loved being around the kids and 
the teachers.
 Joan also applied her gifts as a teacher at her church. She taught 
Sunday School classes for children and adults, directed the Vacation 
Bible School programs, planned Christmas programs and services, and 
taught Bible studies. Most recently, she created a self-guided art 
museum display depicting the life of Jesus through varied artwork. She 
was always looking for new and creative ways to engage her students and 
the children of the church…many people still remember the life-sized 
camels that she made for the Wise Men to ride during a Christmas 
program!
 Joan was an active member of her church, serving as an elder, 
committee member, and as the head of the Christian Education committee. 
 She was also a member and officer of Presbyterian Women. She was 
involved in many other community activities and committees such as 4-H, 
Sheridan County Historical Society, Friends of the Library, and the 
Sheridan County Hospital Auxiliary. Joan also served on the USD 412 
Board of Education.
 In her spare time, Joan battled the weeds in her garden, completed 
jigsaw puzzles, and enjoyed cooking for her family. She read and 
studied her Bible daily. She challenged herself by learning new crafts 
and creative skills…taking classes in quilting, cake decorating, and 
furniture refinishing and she loved solving logic and math puzzles. 
She discovered that she loved to golf and would practice in the pasture 
behind their house. When her grandchildren were young, she accompanied 
them on numerous trips, digging for dinosaur bones, watching Civil War 
re-enactments, visiting museums and historical landmarks, and taking 
more trips to the Rolling Hills Zoo than she could count. She was 
willing to do anything with her grandchildren—including riding every 
single ride at Disney World --even the Tower of Terror! 
 Preceding Joan in death was her husband Ben, her grandson Michael 
Borella, her parents Willard &amp; Eula Farber, her brothers Bill, 
Monte, Ford, and Jim Farber and her sister, Rose (Farber) Wagoner. 
 Left to grieve her loss are her daughters-- Tamara (Dr. Daniel 
Coyne) of St. Louis, MO and Cyndie (Roger Aumiller) of Hoxie; 
grandchildren Nicholas Borella (Christine) and Matthew Borella of St. 
Louis, MO; Katie (Lance Weis) and Quinn Aumiller of Hoxie; Roman King 
(Jill Kraus) of Fort Worth, TX; PFC Ben Aumiller of Twentynine Palms, 
CA; great-grandchildren June Weis and Ezra Borella; brother Kyle Farber 
of Lodgepole, NE; sister Linda (Bob Randolph) of Berryton, KS; 
sister-in-law Mary (Dr. Richard Mosier) of Claremore, OK; many nieces, 
nephews, and friends. 
 Visitation will be at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home on Monday, 
July 5, 2021, from 9:00 am– 12:30 pm. Funeral services will follow at 
3:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Hoxie, KS. Burial will be 
in the Hoxie City Cemetery. 
 The family is asking for memorials to be given in her name to the Sheridan County Benefit Walk.

Phyllis Joan Taylor

Longtime Kanorado, KS resident Juan Peña, 61, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021, at his home in Kanorado.

Juan was born on July 4, 1959, in Lubbock County, TX to Amador and 
Francesca (Aguirre) Peña.&nbsp; He was one of twelve children.&nbsp; He attended 
school through the 2nd grade.&nbsp; He worked for many years as a farmhand.&nbsp;

He was a metal collector and enjoyed fishing, listening to oldies, 
gardening, cruising around town and loved being with family and friends.

Preceding him in death were his parents, four brothers and one sister.

He is survived by his two children Cynthia Peña of Alabama, Juan 
(Lily) Peña, Jr. of Oklahoma; his six siblings; Dora Kicklighter, Robert
 Peña, Angelita Molina and Domingo Peña all of Alabama, and Linda Molina
 and Tirzo Peña of Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and 
grandchildren.

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

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 </figure>Longtime Kanorado, KS resident Juan Peña, 61, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021, at his home in Kanorado.Juan was born on July 4, 1959, in Lubbock County, TX to Amador and 
Francesca (Aguirre) Peña.&nbsp; He was one of twelve children.&nbsp; He attended 
school through the 2nd grade.&nbsp; He worked for many years as a farmhand.&nbsp;He was a metal collector and enjoyed fishing, listening to oldies, 
gardening, cruising around town and loved being with family and friends.Preceding him in death were his parents, four brothers and one sister.He is survived by his two children Cynthia Peña of Alabama, Juan 
(Lily) Peña, Jr. of Oklahoma; his six siblings; Dora Kicklighter, Robert
 Peña, Angelita Molina and Domingo Peña all of Alabama, and Linda Molina
 and Tirzo Peña of Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and 
grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Juan-Pea">HERE</a> for service details.

Juan Peña

Terry Lynn Gabel, 56, passed away on June 28, 2021, at the Good 
Samaritan Society in Ellis, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on May 3, 1965, in Ness 
City, Kansas the son of Milton and Reita (Bessel) Gabel.

Terry was a farm hand and a truck driver. He was a 1983 graduate of Ness City High School.

Survivors include 4 brothers, Ronnie (Marcia) Gabel of Ness City, 
Gary (Rhonda) Gabel of Kansas City, Kelly (Monica) Gabel of Hays, Tim 
Gabel of Ness City; and 2 sisters, Debbie Overrocker of Garden City, and
 Sharon (Norman) Castor of Ness City. He was preceded in death by his 
parents, a brother, and 2 sisters.

Graveside service will be on Friday, July 9, 2021, 10:00 A.M., at the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Ness City.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund.

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 </figure>Terry Lynn Gabel, 56, passed away on June 28, 2021, at the Good 
Samaritan Society in Ellis, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on May 3, 1965, in Ness 
City, Kansas the son of Milton and Reita (Bessel) Gabel.Terry was a farm hand and a truck driver. He was a 1983 graduate of Ness City High School.Survivors include 4 brothers, Ronnie (Marcia) Gabel of Ness City, 
Gary (Rhonda) Gabel of Kansas City, Kelly (Monica) Gabel of Hays, Tim 
Gabel of Ness City; and 2 sisters, Debbie Overrocker of Garden City, and
 Sharon (Norman) Castor of Ness City. He was preceded in death by his 
parents, a brother, and 2 sisters.Graveside service will be on Friday, July 9, 2021, 10:00 A.M., at the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Ness City.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund.

Terry Lynn Gabel

Yoshie Ellis, age 77 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on June 22, 2021, at her home in Great Bend.&nbsp; Yoshie was born on October 19, 1943, at Osaka, Japan to Kiyoshi and Kuneno Hamana.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Walter “Holly” Ellis on March 11, 1963, at Fukuoka, Japan and the couple lived in Hawaii, Chicago, and Portland, Oregon before moving to Great Bend in 1978.&nbsp; Her husband “Holly” preceded her in death on July 24, 2006.&nbsp; Yoshie loved to read and go see movies at the theater, and thoroughly enjoyed going to casinos.

Survivors include three nephews:&nbsp; J.L. (and wife Cindy) Ellis of Salina, Kansas, Darrell Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas, and Todd (and wife June) Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas; two nieces:&nbsp; Judy Johnson and Nancy Closky, both of Goose Creek, South Carolina; many great nieces and nephews; one brother-in-law Gary Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Yoshie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and one sister.

Funeral Services will be held at Charter Funerals in Great Bend, Kansas at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 with Pastor Larry J. Schumacher officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be for two hours prior to the service (12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM). Interment will follow in the Great Bend City Cemetery North in Great Bend.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

Yoshie Ellis, age 77 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on June 22, 2021, at her home in Great Bend.&nbsp; Yoshie was born on October 19, 1943, at Osaka, Japan to Kiyoshi and Kuneno Hamana.&nbsp; She was united in marriage to Walter “Holly” Ellis on March 11, 1963, at Fukuoka, Japan and the couple lived in Hawaii, Chicago, and Portland, Oregon before moving to Great Bend in 1978.&nbsp; Her husband “Holly” preceded her in death on July 24, 2006.&nbsp; Yoshie loved to read and go see movies at the theater, and thoroughly enjoyed going to casinos.Survivors include three nephews:&nbsp; J.L. (and wife Cindy) Ellis of Salina, Kansas, Darrell Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas, and Todd (and wife June) Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas; two nieces:&nbsp; Judy Johnson and Nancy Closky, both of Goose Creek, South Carolina; many great nieces and nephews; one brother-in-law Gary Ellis of Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; Yoshie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and one sister.Funeral Services will be held at Charter Funerals in Great Bend, Kansas at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 with Pastor Larry J. Schumacher officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be for two hours prior to the service (12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM). Interment will follow in the Great Bend City Cemetery North in Great Bend.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

Yoshie Ellis

Wanda Verle Wycoff, age 102, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on 
Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, 
Cheyenne, WY. Wanda Verle Challis was born on November 21, 1918,&nbsp; in rural Washington County, (near Cope), Colorado to Gail and Etta 
Challis, the second of five children.&nbsp; Wanda spent her adolescent 
years on the family farm in nearby Kit Carson County, Colorado until the
 family moved to a farm in Logan County, Kansas in 1928.&nbsp; Wanda attended
 Russell Springs High School and graduated in 1936.&nbsp; As a young woman 
growing up during the Great Depression, Wanda learned the values of 
frugality, hard work, and being self-sufficient.&nbsp; She loved reading 
(often burning the midnight oil), playing piano, participating in school
 sports and activities, and helping the family on their farm. In 
1937, Wanda and Raymond L. Wycoff were married by the Justice of the 
Peace at the Scott County Courthouse in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; While 
living in Russell Springs, five children were born.&nbsp; Bonnie Gayle, Dina 
Rae, Ellen Louise, Willetta June (Billie), and Raymond Alva. In 
1948, the family moved to Oakley, Kansas where all of Wanda’s children 
attended Oakley Public Schools.&nbsp; Wanda was involved in the children’s 
school activities as well as being a member of Oakley Garden Club, the 
United Methodist Church, and an avid bowler on State Championship teams. In
 1970, Wanda moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming to begin a new chapter in her 
life.&nbsp; She worked in retail clothing, then earned her real estate and 
insurance licenses, and spent 17 years working in the clerical 
department at Depaul Hospital, where she retired in 1998. Wanda 
was a long-time member of the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra, loved playing
 bridge and golf, sewing, and most of all, hosting family re-unions.&nbsp; 
Family was her life!&nbsp; Wanda often traveled to Kansas, visiting her 
family in Oakley – the place she always called “hometown”. After 
retirement, Wanda spent her remaining years at her home on Willow Drive,
 enjoying her flower and vegetable garden and spending time with family 
and friends. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Gail and
 Etta; her siblings:&nbsp; Rodell Challis, Stanley Challis, June Challis, and
 Evelyn Trutanich; her husband, Raymond Wycoff, her daughter, Billie 
Miller; granddaughter, Amy Broyles, great-grandson, Nick Moeder, and 
sons-in-law:&nbsp; Jack Thomas and Larry Dinkel. Wanda is survived by 
her children:&nbsp; Bonnie Tobin of Colchester, Vermont; Dina Dinkel of 
Oakley, Kansas; Ellen Thomas of Cheyenne, Wyoming; and Raymond Wycoff 
(Virginia Adradna) of Cheyenne, Wyoming; 16 grandchildren, 26 
great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren, and son-in-law, Sonny 
Miller of Ft. Collins, Colorado. Wanda was a vibrant, active, 
warm, family-loving soul – always there to lend a hand and a shining 
example of The Golden Rule.&nbsp; She will be missed. Funeral Service 
will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Kennedy-Koster Funeral 
Home, Oakley.&nbsp; Visitation:&nbsp; 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, July 2, at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Oakley Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials may 
be made to the Cheyenne Symphony or the Butterfield Trail Historical&nbsp; 
Museum in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS&nbsp;
 67748. Sign the online guestbook at www.kennedykosterfh.com

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 </figure>Wanda Verle Wycoff, age 102, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on 
Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, 
Cheyenne, WY. Wanda Verle Challis was born on November 21, 1918,&nbsp; in rural Washington County, (near Cope), Colorado to Gail and Etta 
Challis, the second of five children.&nbsp; Wanda spent her adolescent 
years on the family farm in nearby Kit Carson County, Colorado until the
 family moved to a farm in Logan County, Kansas in 1928.&nbsp; Wanda attended
 Russell Springs High School and graduated in 1936.&nbsp; As a young woman 
growing up during the Great Depression, Wanda learned the values of 
frugality, hard work, and being self-sufficient.&nbsp; She loved reading 
(often burning the midnight oil), playing piano, participating in school
 sports and activities, and helping the family on their farm. In 
1937, Wanda and Raymond L. Wycoff were married by the Justice of the 
Peace at the Scott County Courthouse in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; While 
living in Russell Springs, five children were born.&nbsp; Bonnie Gayle, Dina 
Rae, Ellen Louise, Willetta June (Billie), and Raymond Alva. In 
1948, the family moved to Oakley, Kansas where all of Wanda’s children 
attended Oakley Public Schools.&nbsp; Wanda was involved in the children’s 
school activities as well as being a member of Oakley Garden Club, the 
United Methodist Church, and an avid bowler on State Championship teams. In
 1970, Wanda moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming to begin a new chapter in her 
life.&nbsp; She worked in retail clothing, then earned her real estate and 
insurance licenses, and spent 17 years working in the clerical 
department at Depaul Hospital, where she retired in 1998. Wanda 
was a long-time member of the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra, loved playing
 bridge and golf, sewing, and most of all, hosting family re-unions.&nbsp; 
Family was her life!&nbsp; Wanda often traveled to Kansas, visiting her 
family in Oakley – the place she always called “hometown”. After 
retirement, Wanda spent her remaining years at her home on Willow Drive,
 enjoying her flower and vegetable garden and spending time with family 
and friends. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Gail and
 Etta; her siblings:&nbsp; Rodell Challis, Stanley Challis, June Challis, and
 Evelyn Trutanich; her husband, Raymond Wycoff, her daughter, Billie 
Miller; granddaughter, Amy Broyles, great-grandson, Nick Moeder, and 
sons-in-law:&nbsp; Jack Thomas and Larry Dinkel. Wanda is survived by 
her children:&nbsp; Bonnie Tobin of Colchester, Vermont; Dina Dinkel of 
Oakley, Kansas; Ellen Thomas of Cheyenne, Wyoming; and Raymond Wycoff 
(Virginia Adradna) of Cheyenne, Wyoming; 16 grandchildren, 26 
great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren, and son-in-law, Sonny 
Miller of Ft. Collins, Colorado. Wanda was a vibrant, active, 
warm, family-loving soul – always there to lend a hand and a shining 
example of The Golden Rule.&nbsp; She will be missed. Funeral Service 
will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Kennedy-Koster Funeral 
Home, Oakley.&nbsp; Visitation:&nbsp; 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, July 2, at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Oakley Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials may 
be made to the Cheyenne Symphony or the Butterfield Trail Historical&nbsp; 
Museum in care of Kennedy-Koster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 221, Oakley, KS&nbsp;
 67748. Sign the online guestbook at www.kennedykosterfh.com

Wanda Gochenour Wycoff

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

July 4, 1959 ~ June 28, 2021An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Juan-Pea">HERE</a> for service details.

Rita Joanne Lillard, was born to Kenneth and Janice (Stackhouse) Coker on August 1, 1956, in Hoisington, KS.&nbsp;

Rita married David 
LaMonte Lillard on March 03, 1974. They raised their two children, 
LaMonte &amp; Virginia “Jenni”, in her home town of Hoisington, KS, 
where she worked in the nursing home rising in the ranks until she 
earned her Associates degree of Nursing from Barton County Community 
College and began work as a Registered Nurse. They later moved to 
Houston, TX, where David and his brother George started Discovery 
Systems Computer Company, and Rita worked as the primary book keeper, as
 well as continuing to work as a nurse. David was the love of her life, 
married for 47 years, they shared a strong Christian faith and they 
enjoyed many activities together, including traveling, going to 
restaurants, and attending the Airshow. Above all Rita whole heartedly 
loved her family, especially her two children and four grandchildren, 
and of course her animals. Her grandchildren loved her hugs, and the 
adventures they went on, even if it was just a trip out for ice cream. 
They loved her Easter baskets, and blowing bubbles together, and her 
cooking, especially her ham, baked beans, and deviled eggs.

She passed away on June 20, 2021, at 9:25 a.m. at the age of 64 being murdered, along with her daughter.

She is survived by her
 husband, David Lillard of the home; her son, LaMonte Lillard (Crystal) 
Katy, TX; her grandchildren, Anja, John, Clara, and Emma Lillard; her 
brothers, Keith Coker, Hoisington, KS, and Richard Coker (Deanna) 
Hutchinson, KS; her sisters, Cheryl Coker, Hutchinson, KS, and Nancy 
Shives (Ronnie), Hoisington, KS; a brother-in-law, George Lillard 
(Jeanette) Houston, TX; her sisters-in-law, Deloise Paris, Greenville, 
TX, and Sylvia Mauldin, Ft. Worth, TX; and many beloved nieces and 
nephews, and grand-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her 
daughter, Virginia Lillard; her parent; a brother, Gerald Coker; and 
brothers-in-law, Gerald Lillard, and Pete Paris.

Virginia “Jenni” Lillian Lillard, was born to David &amp; Rita (Coker) Lillard on October 16, 1981, in Great Bend, KS.&nbsp;

She grew up in 
Hoisington, KS, before her family moved to Houston, TX, where she 
graduated high school. She had a strong love of animals from a very 
young age, so after high school she attended Bel-Rea Institute of Animal
 Technology in Denver. She worked as a Veterinary Technician for many 
years, before deciding that she also wanted to “be the boss” so she 
decided to get her Bachelor of Administration from Strayer University 
where she graduated Suma Cum Laude! Jenni devoted her life’s work to 
helping animals wherever she went, and was known as “The Cat Whisperer.”
 She was a loving friend, daughter, sister and Aunt, and her nieces and 
nephew adored her. She had a strong Christian faith, which showed not 
only in her deep love of her family and animals, but also in how she 
cared for the owners of her patients. She was as soft hearted as she was
 strong minded, and those that loved her admired her for her fierceness,
 honesty, and compassion.

She passed away on June 20, 2021, at 9:25 a.m. at the age of 39 being murdered, along with her mother.

She is survived by her
 father, David Lillard, Houston, TX; a brother, LaMonte Lillard 
(Crystal) Katy, TX; her nieces, Anja, Clara, and Emma Lillard; a nephew,
 John Lillard; her uncles, George Lillard (Jeanette) Houston, TX, 
Richard Coker (Deanna) Hutchinson, KS, and Keith Coker, Hoisington, KS; 
her aunts, Deloise Paris, Greenville, TX, Sylvia Mauldin, Ft. Worth, TX,
 Cheryl Coker, Hutchinson, KS, and Nancy Shives (Ronnie), Hoisington, 
KS; and many beloved cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, 
Rita Joanne Lillard; her grandparents, Kenneth &amp; Janice Coker and 
George P Lillard II, &amp; Evora Jean Smith; and her uncles, Gerald 
Coker, Gerald Lillard, and Pete Paris.

Cremation has taken 
place and the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., 
Friday, July 9, 2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N. Main St., 
Hoisington, KS 67544. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., July
 10, 2021 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Chris Lehew 
presiding. Ashes will be inurned at Claflin Cemetery, Claflin, KS. 
Memorials may be given to the Hoisington Veterinary Hospital Stray 
Animal Fund, in the name of Rita &amp; Virginia “Jenni” Lillard, in care
 of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rita Joanne Lillard, was born to Kenneth and Janice (Stackhouse) Coker on August 1, 1956, in Hoisington, KS.&nbsp;Rita married David 
LaMonte Lillard on March 03, 1974. They raised their two children, 
LaMonte &amp; Virginia “Jenni”, in her home town of Hoisington, KS, 
where she worked in the nursing home rising in the ranks until she 
earned her Associates degree of Nursing from Barton County Community 
College and began work as a Registered Nurse. They later moved to 
Houston, TX, where David and his brother George started Discovery 
Systems Computer Company, and Rita worked as the primary book keeper, as
 well as continuing to work as a nurse. David was the love of her life, 
married for 47 years, they shared a strong Christian faith and they 
enjoyed many activities together, including traveling, going to 
restaurants, and attending the Airshow. Above all Rita whole heartedly 
loved her family, especially her two children and four grandchildren, 
and of course her animals. Her grandchildren loved her hugs, and the 
adventures they went on, even if it was just a trip out for ice cream. 
They loved her Easter baskets, and blowing bubbles together, and her 
cooking, especially her ham, baked beans, and deviled eggs.She passed away on June 20, 2021, at 9:25 a.m. at the age of 64 being murdered, along with her daughter.She is survived by her
 husband, David Lillard of the home; her son, LaMonte Lillard (Crystal) 
Katy, TX; her grandchildren, Anja, John, Clara, and Emma Lillard; her 
brothers, Keith Coker, Hoisington, KS, and Richard Coker (Deanna) 
Hutchinson, KS; her sisters, Cheryl Coker, Hutchinson, KS, and Nancy 
Shives (Ronnie), Hoisington, KS; a brother-in-law, George Lillard 
(Jeanette) Houston, TX; her sisters-in-law, Deloise Paris, Greenville, 
TX, and Sylvia Mauldin, Ft. Worth, TX; and many beloved nieces and 
nephews, and grand-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her 
daughter, Virginia Lillard; her parent; a brother, Gerald Coker; and 
brothers-in-law, Gerald Lillard, and Pete Paris.Virginia “Jenni” Lillian Lillard, was born to David &amp; Rita (Coker) Lillard on October 16, 1981, in Great Bend, KS.&nbsp;She grew up in 
Hoisington, KS, before her family moved to Houston, TX, where she 
graduated high school. She had a strong love of animals from a very 
young age, so after high school she attended Bel-Rea Institute of Animal
 Technology in Denver. She worked as a Veterinary Technician for many 
years, before deciding that she also wanted to “be the boss” so she 
decided to get her Bachelor of Administration from Strayer University 
where she graduated Suma Cum Laude! Jenni devoted her life’s work to 
helping animals wherever she went, and was known as “The Cat Whisperer.”
 She was a loving friend, daughter, sister and Aunt, and her nieces and 
nephew adored her. She had a strong Christian faith, which showed not 
only in her deep love of her family and animals, but also in how she 
cared for the owners of her patients. She was as soft hearted as she was
 strong minded, and those that loved her admired her for her fierceness,
 honesty, and compassion.She passed away on June 20, 2021, at 9:25 a.m. at the age of 39 being murdered, along with her mother.She is survived by her
 father, David Lillard, Houston, TX; a brother, LaMonte Lillard 
(Crystal) Katy, TX; her nieces, Anja, Clara, and Emma Lillard; a nephew,
 John Lillard; her uncles, George Lillard (Jeanette) Houston, TX, 
Richard Coker (Deanna) Hutchinson, KS, and Keith Coker, Hoisington, KS; 
her aunts, Deloise Paris, Greenville, TX, Sylvia Mauldin, Ft. Worth, TX,
 Cheryl Coker, Hutchinson, KS, and Nancy Shives (Ronnie), Hoisington, 
KS; and many beloved cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, 
Rita Joanne Lillard; her grandparents, Kenneth &amp; Janice Coker and 
George P Lillard II, &amp; Evora Jean Smith; and her uncles, Gerald 
Coker, Gerald Lillard, and Pete Paris.Cremation has taken 
place and the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., 
Friday, July 9, 2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N. Main St., 
Hoisington, KS 67544. Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., July
 10, 2021 at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Chris Lehew 
presiding. Ashes will be inurned at Claflin Cemetery, Claflin, KS. 
Memorials may be given to the Hoisington Veterinary Hospital Stray 
Animal Fund, in the name of Rita &amp; Virginia “Jenni” Lillard, in care
 of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

 Rita and Virginia Lillard

December 30, 1940
 -
 June 29, 2021

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Phyllis-Joan-Farber-Taylor?obId=21570085#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

December 30, 1940
 -
 June 29, 2021An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Phyllis-Joan-Farber-Taylor?obId=21570085#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Phyllis 'Joan' (Farber) Taylor

Frank James Herbel, 55, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021, at his residence.

Frank was born April 28, 1966, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; The son of Theodore, Jr., and Bennie Ruth (Neff) Herbel.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and worked at the Russell Daily News for many years as a delivery boy.&nbsp; Then he worked as a Pressman before the Daily News was sold.&nbsp; Then he worked for Anderson as a Pressman until the office moved onto old Hwy 40.&nbsp; Frank delivered the Hays Daily News for years and for the last five years delivered the Salina Journal. &nbsp;

Frank enjoyed working on his cars and trucks, drawing pictures especially of Dragons. He loved talking to people on his routes, customers or not.&nbsp; His cats always had a special place in his heart.&nbsp; People always wanted to know why Frank’s name did not start with a D like the rest of his brothers and sisters was because he was named after his maternal grandfather, Frank James.

Frank’s surviving family include his father, Theodore Herbel, Jr of Russell, Kansas.; brothers, David E. Jones (Teri) of New Baden, Illinois and Doren D. Herbel (Carol) of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; sister, Dianna D. Herbel of Russell, Kansas; two nieces; two nephews; four grand nieces; and five grand nephews.

Frank was preceded in death by his mother, Bennie Ruth (Neff) Herbel; sister, Debra (Neff) Schneider; and both sets of grandparents.

A Graveside Service and Burial of Ashes will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; No visitation will be held.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Frank James Herbel, 55, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021, at his residence.Frank was born April 28, 1966, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; The son of Theodore, Jr., and Bennie Ruth (Neff) Herbel.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and worked at the Russell Daily News for many years as a delivery boy.&nbsp; Then he worked as a Pressman before the Daily News was sold.&nbsp; Then he worked for Anderson as a Pressman until the office moved onto old Hwy 40.&nbsp; Frank delivered the Hays Daily News for years and for the last five years delivered the Salina Journal. &nbsp;Frank enjoyed working on his cars and trucks, drawing pictures especially of Dragons. He loved talking to people on his routes, customers or not.&nbsp; His cats always had a special place in his heart.&nbsp; People always wanted to know why Frank’s name did not start with a D like the rest of his brothers and sisters was because he was named after his maternal grandfather, Frank James.Frank’s surviving family include his father, Theodore Herbel, Jr of Russell, Kansas.; brothers, David E. Jones (Teri) of New Baden, Illinois and Doren D. Herbel (Carol) of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; sister, Dianna D. Herbel of Russell, Kansas; two nieces; two nephews; four grand nieces; and five grand nephews.Frank was preceded in death by his mother, Bennie Ruth (Neff) Herbel; sister, Debra (Neff) Schneider; and both sets of grandparents.A Graveside Service and Burial of Ashes will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; No visitation will be held.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Frank James Herbel

John Paul "Jack" Larzalere, 82, passed away June 15, 2021, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. &nbsp;

Jack was born on September 10, 1938. He 
was adopted from Catholic Charities in Minneapolis Kansas, by his 
parents Charles and Lucille Larzalere.&nbsp; Jack was raised Catholic, where 
he served as an alter boy for many years.&nbsp; He was an avid sports fan and
 a multi-sport athlete growing up.&nbsp; After graduating from Minneapolis 
High School, Jack attended Fort Hays State University, then went on to 
graduate from The University of Kansas. Jack was a member of the Sigma 
Phi Epsilon Fraternity, and majored in business. After graduation Jack 
met Deanna Martin of Glasco, Kansas on a blind date. They were married 
in 1961. He joined the Army shortly after, and the two lived in North 
Carolina where Jack was stationed first at Ft. Bragg, then overseas in 
Korea. Upon returning from Korea, Jack and Dee moved to Denver Colorado,
 where they had their son Brent.&nbsp; They later relocated back to the 
Kansas City area and had their second child Angela. They spent most of 
their married life in Kansas, with a handful of years in Oklahoma City. 
Jack was a commercial banker for the majority of his career. Jack and 
Dee were married 59 years when Deanna passed away in June 2020,&nbsp; almost a
 year to the day of Jack’s passing.&nbsp;

Jack passed on a love of all things 
sports as well as his competitive spirit to his children. He continued 
playing sports throughout his adult life, engaging in tennis and golf as
 well as other activities.&nbsp; He loved coaching his kids as well as 
attending as many KU, Chiefs and Royals games as he could take in.&nbsp; He 
had a very no-nonsense approach to life.&nbsp; Many remember him for his 
infectious smile and belly laugh. He was loyal, honest, and as tough as 
they come. He loved his family fiercely and supported them in everything
 they did. His two granddaughters were the light of his life. &nbsp;

Jack was preceded in death by his wife 
Deanna Larzalere, his parents Charles and Lucille Larzalere, his sister 
and brother in law Bob and Patricia Jones, brothers Frankie and Richard 
Larzalere, his in-laws George and Irene Martin, sister in law Mary 
Martin, brothers in law Dick, Denny, Don, and Darrel Martin. He is 
survived by his two children Brent Larzalere (spouse Amy) and Angela 
Nielsen (spouse Oliver) as well as his two granddaughters Hayden Nielsen
 and Reilli Nielsen, and his sister in laws Dorothy, Louise, and Betty 
Martin, and Judy Larzalere, along with many nieces and nephews.

Jack will be missed dearly, but his family takes comfort in knowing he is with the Lord, and with his bride. &nbsp;

Graveside services will be at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at the Glasco Cemetery.&nbsp;

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 </figure>John Paul "Jack" Larzalere, 82, passed away June 15, 2021, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. &nbsp;Jack was born on September 10, 1938. He 
was adopted from Catholic Charities in Minneapolis Kansas, by his 
parents Charles and Lucille Larzalere.&nbsp; Jack was raised Catholic, where 
he served as an alter boy for many years.&nbsp; He was an avid sports fan and
 a multi-sport athlete growing up.&nbsp; After graduating from Minneapolis 
High School, Jack attended Fort Hays State University, then went on to 
graduate from The University of Kansas. Jack was a member of the Sigma 
Phi Epsilon Fraternity, and majored in business. After graduation Jack 
met Deanna Martin of Glasco, Kansas on a blind date. They were married 
in 1961. He joined the Army shortly after, and the two lived in North 
Carolina where Jack was stationed first at Ft. Bragg, then overseas in 
Korea. Upon returning from Korea, Jack and Dee moved to Denver Colorado,
 where they had their son Brent.&nbsp; They later relocated back to the 
Kansas City area and had their second child Angela. They spent most of 
their married life in Kansas, with a handful of years in Oklahoma City. 
Jack was a commercial banker for the majority of his career. Jack and 
Dee were married 59 years when Deanna passed away in June 2020,&nbsp; almost a
 year to the day of Jack’s passing.&nbsp;Jack passed on a love of all things 
sports as well as his competitive spirit to his children. He continued 
playing sports throughout his adult life, engaging in tennis and golf as
 well as other activities.&nbsp; He loved coaching his kids as well as 
attending as many KU, Chiefs and Royals games as he could take in.&nbsp; He 
had a very no-nonsense approach to life.&nbsp; Many remember him for his 
infectious smile and belly laugh. He was loyal, honest, and as tough as 
they come. He loved his family fiercely and supported them in everything
 they did. His two granddaughters were the light of his life. &nbsp;Jack was preceded in death by his wife 
Deanna Larzalere, his parents Charles and Lucille Larzalere, his sister 
and brother in law Bob and Patricia Jones, brothers Frankie and Richard 
Larzalere, his in-laws George and Irene Martin, sister in law Mary 
Martin, brothers in law Dick, Denny, Don, and Darrel Martin. He is 
survived by his two children Brent Larzalere (spouse Amy) and Angela 
Nielsen (spouse Oliver) as well as his two granddaughters Hayden Nielsen
 and Reilli Nielsen, and his sister in laws Dorothy, Louise, and Betty 
Martin, and Judy Larzalere, along with many nieces and nephews.Jack will be missed dearly, but his family takes comfort in knowing he is with the Lord, and with his bride. &nbsp;Graveside services will be at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at the Glasco Cemetery.&nbsp;

John Paul 'Jack' Larzalere

Gary “Bubba” Smith, 56, died June 28, 2021, at HaysMed, Hays, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 24, 1965, the son of Gary Dee and Janice Marie
 (Cates) Smith.&nbsp; Bubba graduated from Hoisington High School in 1983.

On June 4, 1994, he married Dee Ann Smith in Great Bend, Kansas. She survives.

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Bubba worked in many aspects for City
 of Hoisington for 22 years and was most recently the foreman for the 
Water and Sewer Department. He also enjoyed working part time at the 
Liquor Box.&nbsp; Previous to his job with the city he worked as the 
assistant warehouse manager for Orschelon’s Farm and Home.&nbsp; He was a 
union steward for the former IBEW Chapter 304.

Bubba’s love for sports and his daughters led him to be involved in 
many coaching positions, whether it was the Western Kansas Football 
League or Rec Leagues for basketball, softball, and kids wrestling he 
loved it all. He also loved being part of the HHS chain gang for the 
football games, although he wasn’t able to yell at the games. &nbsp;Being 
part of the pit crew with Bullard and Ward Racing at the dirt tracks was
 also something he enjoyed.&nbsp; At Christmas time there were many families 
that he would visit in his red suit and white beard.&nbsp; He loved to cheer 
on the KC Chiefs and Royals and the black #3 Intimidator, Dale 
Earnhardt, Sr.

He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Dee Ann Smith of the home; 
and three daughters, Presley, Delaney, and Addison Smith of Hoisington; 
mother, Janice Smith of Great Bend; brothers, Michael Smith and wife Jo 
of Great Bend, and Chris Smith and wife Stephanie of St. John; and 
several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Dee Smith and a brother, Ricky Smith.

Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral 
home. Friends may sign the book today and until service time.&nbsp; There 
will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 2, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Reverend Steven Dezotell. 
Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.&nbsp; Family would love to have
 those attending, especially the kids he coached, to wear their jersey 
or sports attire.

Memorials may be made to the Gary “Bubba” Smith Memorial Scholarship 
Fund in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, 
KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 </figure>Gary “Bubba” Smith, 56, died June 28, 2021, at HaysMed, Hays, 
Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 24, 1965, the son of Gary Dee and Janice Marie
 (Cates) Smith.&nbsp; Bubba graduated from Hoisington High School in 1983.On June 4, 1994, he married Dee Ann Smith in Great Bend, Kansas. She survives.A lifetime Hoisington resident, Bubba worked in many aspects for City
 of Hoisington for 22 years and was most recently the foreman for the 
Water and Sewer Department. He also enjoyed working part time at the 
Liquor Box.&nbsp; Previous to his job with the city he worked as the 
assistant warehouse manager for Orschelon’s Farm and Home.&nbsp; He was a 
union steward for the former IBEW Chapter 304.Bubba’s love for sports and his daughters led him to be involved in 
many coaching positions, whether it was the Western Kansas Football 
League or Rec Leagues for basketball, softball, and kids wrestling he 
loved it all. He also loved being part of the HHS chain gang for the 
football games, although he wasn’t able to yell at the games. &nbsp;Being 
part of the pit crew with Bullard and Ward Racing at the dirt tracks was
 also something he enjoyed.&nbsp; At Christmas time there were many families 
that he would visit in his red suit and white beard.&nbsp; He loved to cheer 
on the KC Chiefs and Royals and the black #3 Intimidator, Dale 
Earnhardt, Sr.He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Dee Ann Smith of the home; 
and three daughters, Presley, Delaney, and Addison Smith of Hoisington; 
mother, Janice Smith of Great Bend; brothers, Michael Smith and wife Jo 
of Great Bend, and Chris Smith and wife Stephanie of St. John; and 
several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Dee Smith and a brother, Ricky Smith.Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral 
home. Friends may sign the book today and until service time.&nbsp; There 
will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 2, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Reverend Steven Dezotell. 
Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.&nbsp; Family would love to have
 those attending, especially the kids he coached, to wear their jersey 
or sports attire.Memorials may be made to the Gary “Bubba” Smith Memorial Scholarship 
Fund in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, 
KS&nbsp; 67544.

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