Windell Grant Clark, son of the late Loyal Clark and Mary Carter Clark was born January 27, 1956, in Hill City, Kansas.

He passed away at his residence in Colorado Springs on February 2, 
2021. He attended Hoxie High School and after enlisting in the Army in 
1975, he graduated from Frankfurt American High School, Frankfurt 
Germany in 1976. He was Honorably Discharged from the Army in 1978.

Windell resided for many years in WaKeeney, Kansas, where he was known for his crafty skills and his garage hospitality.

Windell was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jim Clark.

Windell will be remembered by his children: Adam (Kodi) Clark of 
Loveland, CO, Michael (Lyn) Clark of Colorado Springs, CO, and Nicole 
(Billie) Clark of Florence, CO; grandchildren: Hayley and Sawyer Clark 
of Loveland, CO, Shania (Esteban) Soto of Las Vegas, NV, Joey, Dylan, 
and Lia Clark of Colorado Springs, CO; great grandchildren: Eva Marie 
Soto of Las Vegas, NV; brother: Steve (Cathy) Clark; sisters: Sharon 
(Ken) Swindler, Christine Clark, Cheri Ann Clark; and many more nieces, 
nephews, family and friends.

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 </figure>Windell Grant Clark, son of the late Loyal Clark and Mary Carter Clark was born January 27, 1956, in Hill City, Kansas.He passed away at his residence in Colorado Springs on February 2, 
2021. He attended Hoxie High School and after enlisting in the Army in 
1975, he graduated from Frankfurt American High School, Frankfurt 
Germany in 1976. He was Honorably Discharged from the Army in 1978.Windell resided for many years in WaKeeney, Kansas, where he was known for his crafty skills and his garage hospitality.Windell was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jim Clark.Windell will be remembered by his children: Adam (Kodi) Clark of 
Loveland, CO, Michael (Lyn) Clark of Colorado Springs, CO, and Nicole 
(Billie) Clark of Florence, CO; grandchildren: Hayley and Sawyer Clark 
of Loveland, CO, Shania (Esteban) Soto of Las Vegas, NV, Joey, Dylan, 
and Lia Clark of Colorado Springs, CO; great grandchildren: Eva Marie 
Soto of Las Vegas, NV; brother: Steve (Cathy) Clark; sisters: Sharon 
(Ken) Swindler, Christine Clark, Cheri Ann Clark; and many more nieces, 
nephews, family and friends.

Windell Grant Clark

Gertrude V. Brown, age 101, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 
2021, at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born
 on August 20, 1919, in Albert, Kansas, the daughter of Lee Elmer and 
Margaret Teten Cauthon.&nbsp; Gertrude was a resident of Scott City, Kansas 
since 1932, moving from Albert, Kansas.&nbsp; She was a homemaker.

She was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas.

On July 31, 1937, she married Lee L. Brown in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on October 4, 2002, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include her One Son - Larry L. &amp; Susan Brown of Scott 
City, Kansas, One Daughter - Delores J. Hughes of Excelsior Springs, 
Missouri, One Sister - Bonnie Dice of Napa, Idaho, Two Granddaughters - 
Cherie &amp; Tony Kardelis of Lakewood, Colorado, Kori &amp; Sage Davis 
of Scott City, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her Parent, Husband, Three Brothers - 
Elmer Cauthon, Galen Cauthon, Homer Cauthon, and One Sister - Patsy 
Whitson.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2021,
 at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Rodney 
Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on Facebook at Price 
and Sons Funeral Home page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/priceandsons">www.facebook.com/priceandsons</a>) starting at 10:25 a.m.

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

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, 
2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the First Christian 
Church or the St. Catherine Hospice in care of Price and Sons Funeral 
Home; PO Box 553; Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Gertrude V. Brown, age 101, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 
2021, at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born
 on August 20, 1919, in Albert, Kansas, the daughter of Lee Elmer and 
Margaret Teten Cauthon.&nbsp; Gertrude was a resident of Scott City, Kansas 
since 1932, moving from Albert, Kansas.&nbsp; She was a homemaker.She was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas.On July 31, 1937, she married Lee L. Brown in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on October 4, 2002, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include her One Son - Larry L. &amp; Susan Brown of Scott 
City, Kansas, One Daughter - Delores J. Hughes of Excelsior Springs, 
Missouri, One Sister - Bonnie Dice of Napa, Idaho, Two Granddaughters - 
Cherie &amp; Tony Kardelis of Lakewood, Colorado, Kori &amp; Sage Davis 
of Scott City, Kansas.She was preceded in death by her Parent, Husband, Three Brothers - 
Elmer Cauthon, Galen Cauthon, Homer Cauthon, and One Sister - Patsy 
Whitson.Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2021,
 at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. Rodney 
Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on Facebook at Price 
and Sons Funeral Home page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/priceandsons">www.facebook.com/priceandsons</a>) starting at 10:25 a.m.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, 
2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the First Christian 
Church or the St. Catherine Hospice in care of Price and Sons Funeral 
Home; PO Box 553; Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Gertrude V. Brown

Millie M. Spears, 84, of Osborne, KS, passed away on Tuesday, 
February 23, 2021, at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital of Osborne, 
KS. &nbsp;She was born in Osborne County on November 2, 1936 to the proud 
parents of the late Grace (Martens) and Lloyd Coop.

She lived all her life in the Osborne County area. &nbsp;She graduated from the Osborne High School in 1954. &nbsp;

Millie married Duane Spears and to this union 4 sons were born. &nbsp;She was a farmwife/homemaker.

She was preceded in death by one son, Dennis in 2015.

Millie is survived by her husband, Duane of the home; 3 sons: David 
(Pam) Spears of Valley Center, KS; Doyle (Lisa) Spears of Osborne, KS; 
Doug (Tammy) Spears of Osborne, KS; 12 grandchildren; 13 
great-grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Millie-Spears">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Millie M. Spears, 84, of Osborne, KS, passed away on Tuesday, 
February 23, 2021, at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital of Osborne, 
KS. &nbsp;She was born in Osborne County on November 2, 1936 to the proud 
parents of the late Grace (Martens) and Lloyd Coop.She lived all her life in the Osborne County area. &nbsp;She graduated from the Osborne High School in 1954. &nbsp;Millie married Duane Spears and to this union 4 sons were born. &nbsp;She was a farmwife/homemaker.She was preceded in death by one son, Dennis in 2015.Millie is survived by her husband, Duane of the home; 3 sons: David 
(Pam) Spears of Valley Center, KS; Doyle (Lisa) Spears of Osborne, KS; 
Doug (Tammy) Spears of Osborne, KS; 12 grandchildren; 13 
great-grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Millie-Spears">HERE</a> for service details.

Millie M. Spear

Florina M. "Flo" Beilman, Hays, died Thursday, February 25, 2021, at HaysMed.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Florina M. "Flo" Beilman, Hays, died Thursday, February 25, 2021, at HaysMed.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Florina M. 'Flo' Beilman

Carol Lynn Albertson was born July 29, 1932, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Hays, Kansas, to Henry and Amelia Albertson. 
 Carol had a close, affectionate relationship with her parents. She 
was very proud that Henry served in World War I under Captain Harry S. 
Truman and that he was the Graham County Magistrate Judge for 20 years. 
Amelia (Millie) was a loving mother who also served as Carol’s teacher 
at Glendale, a one-room schoolhouse near Hill City. Carol was very 
dedicated to taking care of Amelia as she aged, visiting her daily while
 she resided at Dawson Place. 
 As Carol was growing up, Curtis, her older brother by four years, 
loved looking out for her. They formed a great bond. Through the years 
she enjoyed visiting him in Tucson. At the age of 14, Carol met Allen 
Trexler while making sodas at the local drugstore. He began walking her 
home and they dated off and on for the next five years. They became 
engaged while attending Fort Hays State College. Carol and Curtis lived 
with their aunt and uncle, Fred and Ruby Albertson, while they attended 
college. Fred was a professor at Fort Hays and the Albertson Hall on 
campus was named in honor of him. 
 Allen and Carol were married February 17, 1952, in Hill City. With 
the help of Allen’s grandfather, they built a home four miles north of 
town later that year. Allen had begun farming with his dad and grandad. 
He was also working at the local grocery store owned by his parents, the
 Trexler Store. Carol worked for F&amp;M Bank, Kansas-Nebraska Gas 
Company and was a loan clerk for USDA. 
 In 1954, their first child Bradley Allen was born. Their daughter, 
Alynn Renee, arrived in 1958 to complete the family. Carol was active in
 the United Methodist Church, where she and her friend Loree began the 
tradition of the church bazaar. Carol liked helping her children with 
4-H projects, cooking, baking, listening to Lynn sing and watching 
Brad’s sports activities. 
 She especially enjoyed attending Lynn’s band gigs and listening to 
Brad speak while he served as the Kansas State FFA President. Carol also
 enjoyed working part-time at the Fashion Center and at a local floral 
shop. 
 In 1976, Carol was chosen as the most beautiful, naturally 
gray-haired woman in a nationwide search. She was flown to Chicago and 
photographed there. The portrait on this program was hung in beauty 
shops all over the world. Allen remembers seeing her photo in a mall in 
Montreal when they traveled to New England and Canada in the fall of 
that same year. 
 One of Carol’s greatest joys was being a grandmother to Meredith, 
Brittney, Gabe, and Keali. She always had a collection of bears ready 
for tea parties and loved baking with her granddaughters. Her signature 
dessert was her famous homemade apple pie. Her home was always open for 
sleepovers and she also had great memories of hosting many family 
holidays. She and Allen loved attending horse shows as Meredith and 
Brittney grew up. One summer they followed Brad, Kim, and the girls to 
32 locations, never missing a moment! 
 Over the last few years, Carol enjoyed spending time with her 
great-grandchildren: Blakeli, Briggs, Myles, and Marli. She also looked 
forward to family dinners at Kim’s house on the farm and on Jeff and 
Meredith’s deck. She and Allen made short road trips to Norton to share 
meals with Ty and Lynn as well. 
 February 17, 2021, Carol and Allen celebrated their 69th wedding 
anniversary. Four days later, February 22, 2021, she departed this earth
 in Hill City. Carol was preceded in death by her parents Henry and 
Amelia Albertson; her brother, Curtis Albertson; and her son, Bradley 
Trexler. Carol is survived by her husband, Allen Trexler, Hill City; 
daughter, Alynn (Ty) Bruton, Norton; daughter-in-law, Kim Trexler, Hill 
City; grandchildren: Meredith (Jeff) Drees, Hill City, Brittney (Jerad) 
Johnson, Colby, Gabe Bruton, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Keali Bruton, 
Norton; and eight great-grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Carol-Lynn-Trexler?obId=20066841#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Carol Lynn Albertson was born July 29, 1932, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Hays, Kansas, to Henry and Amelia Albertson. 
 Carol had a close, affectionate relationship with her parents. She 
was very proud that Henry served in World War I under Captain Harry S. 
Truman and that he was the Graham County Magistrate Judge for 20 years. 
Amelia (Millie) was a loving mother who also served as Carol’s teacher 
at Glendale, a one-room schoolhouse near Hill City. Carol was very 
dedicated to taking care of Amelia as she aged, visiting her daily while
 she resided at Dawson Place. 
 As Carol was growing up, Curtis, her older brother by four years, 
loved looking out for her. They formed a great bond. Through the years 
she enjoyed visiting him in Tucson. At the age of 14, Carol met Allen 
Trexler while making sodas at the local drugstore. He began walking her 
home and they dated off and on for the next five years. They became 
engaged while attending Fort Hays State College. Carol and Curtis lived 
with their aunt and uncle, Fred and Ruby Albertson, while they attended 
college. Fred was a professor at Fort Hays and the Albertson Hall on 
campus was named in honor of him. 
 Allen and Carol were married February 17, 1952, in Hill City. With 
the help of Allen’s grandfather, they built a home four miles north of 
town later that year. Allen had begun farming with his dad and grandad. 
He was also working at the local grocery store owned by his parents, the
 Trexler Store. Carol worked for F&amp;M Bank, Kansas-Nebraska Gas 
Company and was a loan clerk for USDA. 
 In 1954, their first child Bradley Allen was born. Their daughter, 
Alynn Renee, arrived in 1958 to complete the family. Carol was active in
 the United Methodist Church, where she and her friend Loree began the 
tradition of the church bazaar. Carol liked helping her children with 
4-H projects, cooking, baking, listening to Lynn sing and watching 
Brad’s sports activities. 
 She especially enjoyed attending Lynn’s band gigs and listening to 
Brad speak while he served as the Kansas State FFA President. Carol also
 enjoyed working part-time at the Fashion Center and at a local floral 
shop. 
 In 1976, Carol was chosen as the most beautiful, naturally 
gray-haired woman in a nationwide search. She was flown to Chicago and 
photographed there. The portrait on this program was hung in beauty 
shops all over the world. Allen remembers seeing her photo in a mall in 
Montreal when they traveled to New England and Canada in the fall of 
that same year. 
 One of Carol’s greatest joys was being a grandmother to Meredith, 
Brittney, Gabe, and Keali. She always had a collection of bears ready 
for tea parties and loved baking with her granddaughters. Her signature 
dessert was her famous homemade apple pie. Her home was always open for 
sleepovers and she also had great memories of hosting many family 
holidays. She and Allen loved attending horse shows as Meredith and 
Brittney grew up. One summer they followed Brad, Kim, and the girls to 
32 locations, never missing a moment! 
 Over the last few years, Carol enjoyed spending time with her 
great-grandchildren: Blakeli, Briggs, Myles, and Marli. She also looked 
forward to family dinners at Kim’s house on the farm and on Jeff and 
Meredith’s deck. She and Allen made short road trips to Norton to share 
meals with Ty and Lynn as well. 
 February 17, 2021, Carol and Allen celebrated their 69th wedding 
anniversary. Four days later, February 22, 2021, she departed this earth
 in Hill City. Carol was preceded in death by her parents Henry and 
Amelia Albertson; her brother, Curtis Albertson; and her son, Bradley 
Trexler. Carol is survived by her husband, Allen Trexler, Hill City; 
daughter, Alynn (Ty) Bruton, Norton; daughter-in-law, Kim Trexler, Hill 
City; grandchildren: Meredith (Jeff) Drees, Hill City, Brittney (Jerad) 
Johnson, Colby, Gabe Bruton, Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Keali Bruton, 
Norton; and eight great-grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Carol-Lynn-Trexler?obId=20066841#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Carol Lynn Trexler

Alberto Garcia, age 49, of North Lauderdale, Florida, died from injuries sustained in an accident on February 23, 2021 in Thomas County, Kansas. 

 Cremation has been selected and an announcement of his memorial services will be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.

Alberto Garcia, age 49, of North Lauderdale, Florida, died from injuries sustained in an accident on February 23, 2021 in Thomas County, Kansas. Cremation has been selected and an announcement of his memorial services will be announced by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.

Alberto Garcia

Kenneth L. “Ken” Kraus, 96, Omaha, Nebraska, died Wednesday, February 24, 2021, in Omaha.

He was born February 8, 1925, in Hays, 
Kansas, to his proud parents, Carl and Sadie (Wilson) Kraus on a farm 
South of Hays. He graduated from Hays High School in 1943.&nbsp; On June 1, 
1947, he was united in marriage to Dorothy “Dottie” Harris in Hays, and 
they celebrated 73 years of marriage. He was a farmer and dairymen for 
most of his life.

He was a Lifetime member of the First 
United Methodist Church and served on many committees. He belonged to 
the Hays Lion’s Club and served as their Vice President and President. 
Ken served on the board of the Hays Farmers Co-op and was Chairmen of 
Epworth Towers a senior living apartment. He also served on the board of
 the Hays Plaza Apartments serving low-income families.

Ken has received many recognitions for a
 lifetime farming career. He was Chairman of the Ellis County Dairy 
Board and on the board of the Ellis County Dairy Herd Improvement. Ken 
was director of Southern Region Association Milk Producers, was elected 
to United Dairy Industry board of directors, and named to the Dairy 
Research Inc. Project Security Committee.&nbsp;

Award’s received during his lifetime as
 a dairyman were, the Balance Farming and Family for county and state, 
Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Young Farmer award, and Ellis County 
Conversation award in addition to the Distinguished Dairyman award. In 
1982, he was awarded the Kansas Master Farmer award. This same 
achievement was also given to his father, Carl, in 1928.

Survivors include his wife Dottie of 
Omaha, NE, a daughter: Pam (Gordon) Henrickson of Omaha, NE, a son: 
Steve (Pattie) Kraus of Atlanta, GA, two grandchildren: Aaron (Ruthie) 
Henrickson and Emily Kraus, a great grandchild: Nate Jarrow, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Eldon, John, Warren, and Harold, and his sister: Dorothy Bemis.

A celebration of Ken’s life will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, March 1, 2021, at Hays First United Methodist Church,
 with Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fort Hays
 Memorial Gardens Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:00
 on Monday at the church.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made 
payable to: Hays First United Methodist Church for the children’s or 
youth ministry, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Ken may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Kenneth L. “Ken” Kraus, 96, Omaha, Nebraska, died Wednesday, February 24, 2021, in Omaha.He was born February 8, 1925, in Hays, 
Kansas, to his proud parents, Carl and Sadie (Wilson) Kraus on a farm 
South of Hays. He graduated from Hays High School in 1943.&nbsp; On June 1, 
1947, he was united in marriage to Dorothy “Dottie” Harris in Hays, and 
they celebrated 73 years of marriage. He was a farmer and dairymen for 
most of his life.He was a Lifetime member of the First 
United Methodist Church and served on many committees. He belonged to 
the Hays Lion’s Club and served as their Vice President and President. 
Ken served on the board of the Hays Farmers Co-op and was Chairmen of 
Epworth Towers a senior living apartment. He also served on the board of
 the Hays Plaza Apartments serving low-income families.Ken has received many recognitions for a
 lifetime farming career. He was Chairman of the Ellis County Dairy 
Board and on the board of the Ellis County Dairy Herd Improvement. Ken 
was director of Southern Region Association Milk Producers, was elected 
to United Dairy Industry board of directors, and named to the Dairy 
Research Inc. Project Security Committee.&nbsp;Award’s received during his lifetime as
 a dairyman were, the Balance Farming and Family for county and state, 
Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Young Farmer award, and Ellis County 
Conversation award in addition to the Distinguished Dairyman award. In 
1982, he was awarded the Kansas Master Farmer award. This same 
achievement was also given to his father, Carl, in 1928.Survivors include his wife Dottie of 
Omaha, NE, a daughter: Pam (Gordon) Henrickson of Omaha, NE, a son: 
Steve (Pattie) Kraus of Atlanta, GA, two grandchildren: Aaron (Ruthie) 
Henrickson and Emily Kraus, a great grandchild: Nate Jarrow, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Eldon, John, Warren, and Harold, and his sister: Dorothy Bemis.A celebration of Ken’s life will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, March 1, 2021, at Hays First United Methodist Church,
 with Rev. Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fort Hays
 Memorial Gardens Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:00
 on Monday at the church.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made 
payable to: Hays First United Methodist Church for the children’s or 
youth ministry, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Ken may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Kenneth L. 'Ken' Kraus

Geraldine Marie Meyer, 82 years, of Prescott, Arizona. Born in Russell, 
Kansas, on January 15, 1939 to Albert and Mary Hlad, and passed away on 
February 14, 2021 in Prescott, Arizona.
 Geraldine graduated as Valedictorian from Sylvan Grove High School, 
attended Faith Baptist Bible College and Commercial Extension School of 
Commerce. Throughout her career, she was a secretary for Mutual of Omaha, Eastman Kodak, Nebraska State 
College-Kearney, and Proctor and Gamble, retiring in 2002. She enjoyed, 
reading, singing and playing organ and piano.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Mary Hlad, and 
brother Ed Hlad. She is survived by her husband, Dr. John Meyer, her 
sons Dr. David Meyer and Roger Meyer, her daughter, Karen Kelly,
 her grandchildren John Paul Kelly, Jessica Fadel, James Kelly, Grant
 Meyer, Gabby Meyer, Gavin Meyer and Garin Meyer, her 
great-grandchildren Isaiah and Keegan Kelly, her brother Ron Hlad, and 
sister
 Alene Thompson. 
 Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 10AM at
 the First Baptist Church in Wilson. The family requests donations to 
United Indian Mission 6429 West Maryland Ave., Glendale, Arizona 85301.

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 </figure>Geraldine Marie Meyer, 82 years, of Prescott, Arizona. Born in Russell, 
Kansas, on January 15, 1939 to Albert and Mary Hlad, and passed away on 
February 14, 2021 in Prescott, Arizona.
 Geraldine graduated as Valedictorian from Sylvan Grove High School, 
attended Faith Baptist Bible College and Commercial Extension School of 
Commerce. Throughout her career, she was a secretary for Mutual of Omaha, Eastman Kodak, Nebraska State 
College-Kearney, and Proctor and Gamble, retiring in 2002. She enjoyed, 
reading, singing and playing organ and piano.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Mary Hlad, and 
brother Ed Hlad. She is survived by her husband, Dr. John Meyer, her 
sons Dr. David Meyer and Roger Meyer, her daughter, Karen Kelly,
 her grandchildren John Paul Kelly, Jessica Fadel, James Kelly, Grant
 Meyer, Gabby Meyer, Gavin Meyer and Garin Meyer, her 
great-grandchildren Isaiah and Keegan Kelly, her brother Ron Hlad, and 
sister
 Alene Thompson. 
 Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 10AM at
 the First Baptist Church in Wilson. The family requests donations to 
United Indian Mission 6429 West Maryland Ave., Glendale, Arizona 85301.

Geraldine Marie Meyer

Gretchen Muriel Scheck, 82, passed away February 24, 2021, at Great 
Bend Health &amp; Rehab. She was born April 11, 1938, at Kansas City, 
Kan., the daughter of Henry &amp; Mabel (Frisbie) Bradfield. She married
 Hollis Earl Watkins of Waco, Texas on January 29, 1955, at Great Bend. 
They were divorced in 1966. She then married Julius Scheck, July 19, 
1975, at Great Bend.

She graduated from Barton County Community College in 1982, with an 
Associate’s Degree in Nursing. She was employed as a registered nurse at
 CKMC in ICU, she then went into management as the manager of Patient 
Planning Services and manager of Central Kansas Health Services.

Mrs. Scheck was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Great
 Bend. She served as Republican Precinct Committee 1995 to 1999, and a 
member of the Great Bend City Council from 1997 to 1999.

Survivors include, her husband, Julius Scheck of the home; three 
sons, Kerry Watkins and wife Jan of Ellinwood, Kevin Watkins and wife 
Pam of Independence, Kan., and Chief Master Sergeant Kemper Watkins, 
USAF, of Livingston, Tex.; a daughter, Shannon Bolding of Great Bend; 
three step daughters, Diana Ellis and Donna Frederick of Kansas City, 
Kan., and Debra Hollis of Topeka. Other survivors include, two brothers,
 Tommie Long and Larrel Long, both of Redding, Calif.; 10 grandchildren;
 3 great grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; and 6 step great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 1, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Chris Lehew presiding. Inurnment will be in 
the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Azria Health or 
Barton County Historical Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Gretchen Muriel Scheck, 82, passed away February 24, 2021, at Great 
Bend Health &amp; Rehab. She was born April 11, 1938, at Kansas City, 
Kan., the daughter of Henry &amp; Mabel (Frisbie) Bradfield. She married
 Hollis Earl Watkins of Waco, Texas on January 29, 1955, at Great Bend. 
They were divorced in 1966. She then married Julius Scheck, July 19, 
1975, at Great Bend.She graduated from Barton County Community College in 1982, with an 
Associate’s Degree in Nursing. She was employed as a registered nurse at
 CKMC in ICU, she then went into management as the manager of Patient 
Planning Services and manager of Central Kansas Health Services.Mrs. Scheck was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Great
 Bend. She served as Republican Precinct Committee 1995 to 1999, and a 
member of the Great Bend City Council from 1997 to 1999.Survivors include, her husband, Julius Scheck of the home; three 
sons, Kerry Watkins and wife Jan of Ellinwood, Kevin Watkins and wife 
Pam of Independence, Kan., and Chief Master Sergeant Kemper Watkins, 
USAF, of Livingston, Tex.; a daughter, Shannon Bolding of Great Bend; 
three step daughters, Diana Ellis and Donna Frederick of Kansas City, 
Kan., and Debra Hollis of Topeka. Other survivors include, two brothers,
 Tommie Long and Larrel Long, both of Redding, Calif.; 10 grandchildren;
 3 great grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; and 6 step great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 1, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Chris Lehew presiding. Inurnment will be in 
the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Azria Health or 
Barton County Historical Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Gretchen Muriel Scheck

Petra Perez

Clarita (Richmeier) Kollhoff, age 79, of Ransom, Kansas, passed away 
Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Grisell Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, 
Ransom. Clarita was born April 18, 1941, to Joseph and Elizabeth 
(Dinkel) Richmeier in St. Peter, Kansas.

Clarita grew up in St. Peter, attending St. Anthony’s School up to the 8th
 grade. In 1961, she was married to Vernon Kollhoff in Hutchinson, 
Kansas, and enjoyed 24 years of marriage until his untimely passing in 
1985. To this union were born 2 sons. She worked for several years as a 
seamstress in a warehouse, and also as a hostess at McDonalds. Clarita 
was always a very happy person, and a ray of sunshine in the lives of 
those around her. She enjoyed fishing with her husband, putting together
 jigsaw puzzles, and meticulously choosing which words to play in a game
 of Scrabble.

Clarita is survived by her sons Glyne (Rhonda) Kollhoff of Royse 
City, Texas and Wayne (Sharleen) Kollhoff of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; 
granddaughters Camberly (Ryan) Sheffield and Randi (Matthew) North; 
great-grandchildren Maverick and Novymber North, and Sunni Sheffield; 
brothers Edwin Richmeier of WaKeeney, Kansas, and Larry (Jackie) 
Richmeier of Lake Okeechobee, Florida; sisters Blanche Zerr of 
Grainfield, Kansas, Eileen Bellairs of Ogallah, Kansas, and Carmella 
Jones of Lafayette, Colorado; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding Clarita in death are her parents; beloved husband Vernon; and sister Luella Kinderknecht.

Visitation will be Sunday, February 28, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Mass of Christian burial will be Monday, March 1, 2021, at 10:30 AM 
at Christ the King Catholic Church, WaKeeney, with burial to follow at 
St. Anthony Cemetery, in St. Peter.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Clarita Kollhoff memorial
 fund. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home 336 N 12th St, WaKeeney, Kansas 67752.

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 </figure>Clarita (Richmeier) Kollhoff, age 79, of Ransom, Kansas, passed away 
Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Grisell Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, 
Ransom. Clarita was born April 18, 1941, to Joseph and Elizabeth 
(Dinkel) Richmeier in St. Peter, Kansas.Clarita grew up in St. Peter, attending St. Anthony’s School up to the 8th
 grade. In 1961, she was married to Vernon Kollhoff in Hutchinson, 
Kansas, and enjoyed 24 years of marriage until his untimely passing in 
1985. To this union were born 2 sons. She worked for several years as a 
seamstress in a warehouse, and also as a hostess at McDonalds. Clarita 
was always a very happy person, and a ray of sunshine in the lives of 
those around her. She enjoyed fishing with her husband, putting together
 jigsaw puzzles, and meticulously choosing which words to play in a game
 of Scrabble.Clarita is survived by her sons Glyne (Rhonda) Kollhoff of Royse 
City, Texas and Wayne (Sharleen) Kollhoff of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; 
granddaughters Camberly (Ryan) Sheffield and Randi (Matthew) North; 
great-grandchildren Maverick and Novymber North, and Sunni Sheffield; 
brothers Edwin Richmeier of WaKeeney, Kansas, and Larry (Jackie) 
Richmeier of Lake Okeechobee, Florida; sisters Blanche Zerr of 
Grainfield, Kansas, Eileen Bellairs of Ogallah, Kansas, and Carmella 
Jones of Lafayette, Colorado; and many nieces and nephews.Preceding Clarita in death are her parents; beloved husband Vernon; and sister Luella Kinderknecht.Visitation will be Sunday, February 28, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.Mass of Christian burial will be Monday, March 1, 2021, at 10:30 AM 
at Christ the King Catholic Church, WaKeeney, with burial to follow at 
St. Anthony Cemetery, in St. Peter.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Clarita Kollhoff memorial
 fund. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home 336 N 12th St, WaKeeney, Kansas 67752.

Clarita (Richmeier) Kollhoff

Bernard F. Brown, 89, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City.

He was born May 20, 1931, at Ellis, Kansas, the son of Frank P. and 
Catherine (Schoenberger) Brown.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Ellis High School 
and received his Masters Degree from Fort Hays State University. He 
served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.&nbsp; He was the only
 one in his family to graduate college and taught school at Weskan, 
Palco, Great Bend, Dodge City and Deerfield as well as being the 
Director of Facilities at St. Mary of the Plains College in Dodge City. 
They moved to Dodge City in 1969, moving to Deerfield in 1982, then 
Lakin, and returning to Dodge City in the early 1990s.

He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 4th
 Degree member of Knights of Columbus Council 2955, VFW Post 1714 and 
American Legion Post 47 all in Dodge City.&nbsp; He was also a member of 
Right to Life of Kansas and American Life League.

On December 1, 1952, he married Norma Ruder at Hays.

Survivors include: his wife of 68 years, Norma; 4 daughters, Joyce 
Renick and husband Bruce, Ingalls, Brenda Ackerman and husband David, 
Dodge City, Julie Durler and husband Kevin, Wright and Bonnie Bernbeck 
and husband Duane, Garden City; daughter-in-law, Renette Brown, Sedalia,
 Missouri; 9 grandchildren, Jasmine Strecker and husband Jason, Mark 
Durler and wife Lindsey, Tyler Durler, Nikki Durler and husband Chris 
Alexander, Ryan Ackerman and fiancée Alex Mootz, Randy Ackerman, Andrea 
Smith, Erica Durler and Denton Durler; and 8 great grandchildren with 1 
due in September.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sons, Terry and James 
Brown, 5 brothers, Celestine, Vincent, John, Leonard and William Brown 
and 7 sisters, Mary Brown, Barbara Brungardt, Theresa Wallert, Vera 
Allen, Frances Weaver, Agnes Rohr and Anna VonFeldt.

Vigil service followed by Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 7:00 
pm Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am Monday, March&nbsp;1, 2021 at the Cathedral 
of Our Lady of Guadalupe with Fr. Ted Skalsky presiding.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Dodge with full military 
honors by Howard Gotschall VFW Post 1714 and the United States Navy.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel.

The family suggests memorials to the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Bernard F. Brown, 89, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City.He was born May 20, 1931, at Ellis, Kansas, the son of Frank P. and 
Catherine (Schoenberger) Brown.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Ellis High School 
and received his Masters Degree from Fort Hays State University. He 
served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.&nbsp; He was the only
 one in his family to graduate college and taught school at Weskan, 
Palco, Great Bend, Dodge City and Deerfield as well as being the 
Director of Facilities at St. Mary of the Plains College in Dodge City. 
They moved to Dodge City in 1969, moving to Deerfield in 1982, then 
Lakin, and returning to Dodge City in the early 1990s.He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 4th
 Degree member of Knights of Columbus Council 2955, VFW Post 1714 and 
American Legion Post 47 all in Dodge City.&nbsp; He was also a member of 
Right to Life of Kansas and American Life League.On December 1, 1952, he married Norma Ruder at Hays.Survivors include: his wife of 68 years, Norma; 4 daughters, Joyce 
Renick and husband Bruce, Ingalls, Brenda Ackerman and husband David, 
Dodge City, Julie Durler and husband Kevin, Wright and Bonnie Bernbeck 
and husband Duane, Garden City; daughter-in-law, Renette Brown, Sedalia,
 Missouri; 9 grandchildren, Jasmine Strecker and husband Jason, Mark 
Durler and wife Lindsey, Tyler Durler, Nikki Durler and husband Chris 
Alexander, Ryan Ackerman and fiancée Alex Mootz, Randy Ackerman, Andrea 
Smith, Erica Durler and Denton Durler; and 8 great grandchildren with 1 
due in September.He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sons, Terry and James 
Brown, 5 brothers, Celestine, Vincent, John, Leonard and William Brown 
and 7 sisters, Mary Brown, Barbara Brungardt, Theresa Wallert, Vera 
Allen, Frances Weaver, Agnes Rohr and Anna VonFeldt.Vigil service followed by Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 7:00 
pm Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am Monday, March&nbsp;1, 2021 at the Cathedral 
of Our Lady of Guadalupe with Fr. Ted Skalsky presiding.&nbsp; Burial will 
follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Dodge with full military 
honors by Howard Gotschall VFW Post 1714 and the United States Navy.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel.The family suggests memorials to the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Bernard F. Brown

Berny Lee Bailey, 71, Hays, died Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at HaysMed.

He was born May 21, 1949, in McCook, 
Nebraska, the son of Clarence and Lavina (Flaska) Bailey.&nbsp; In 1967, he 
graduated from St. John High School, and in 1971, he graduated from Fort
 Hays State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education.&nbsp; 


Berny was a physical education and social studies teacher in the Larned 
School District, and after earning a Master’s Degree in Counseling from 
Fort Hays State University, he was a school counselor in the Larned 
Schools and at Great Bend High School.&nbsp; On June 13, 1970, he was united 
in marriage to Donna Kisner at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays, and 
they celebrated 50 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a farmer and learned 
carpentry from his father, which led him to become a skilled craftsman.&nbsp;
 He used these skills to remodel his homes and build furniture for his 
family.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and played 
trumpet in the Eddie Frank Band.&nbsp; &nbsp;He loved his family and enjoyed 
golfing, bowling, playing pickle ball, water sports, traveling, and 
riding his motorcycle.

Survivors include his wife Donna of 
Hays, his mother-in-law: Virginia Kisner of Hays, a son: Brett Bailey 
and wife Paulia of Larned, two daughters: Rebecca Bailey and husband 
Chris of Shawnee and Stacey Bernal and husband Kris of Halstead, a 
brother: Vern Bailey and wife Melanie of Bunker Hill, a brother-in-law: 
Kenny Schepmann of Leon, and seven grandchildren: Addison, Isabella, 
Adam, Bailey, Sydney, Brenley, and Berkley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his father-in-law: Vernon Kisner, and his sister: Carol Schepmann.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Pfeifer.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 7:30 on Friday
 and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Saturday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home. The family requests that all attending the&nbsp;visitation and 
funeral mass wear masks.&nbsp; 

Memorials in Berny’s memory may be made 
payable to: HaysMed Foundation.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Berny may 
be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Berny Lee Bailey, 71, Hays, died Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at HaysMed.He was born May 21, 1949, in McCook, 
Nebraska, the son of Clarence and Lavina (Flaska) Bailey.&nbsp; In 1967, he 
graduated from St. John High School, and in 1971, he graduated from Fort
 Hays State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education.&nbsp; 
Berny was a physical education and social studies teacher in the Larned 
School District, and after earning a Master’s Degree in Counseling from 
Fort Hays State University, he was a school counselor in the Larned 
Schools and at Great Bend High School.&nbsp; On June 13, 1970, he was united 
in marriage to Donna Kisner at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays, and 
they celebrated 50 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a farmer and learned 
carpentry from his father, which led him to become a skilled craftsman.&nbsp;
 He used these skills to remodel his homes and build furniture for his 
family.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and played 
trumpet in the Eddie Frank Band.&nbsp; &nbsp;He loved his family and enjoyed 
golfing, bowling, playing pickle ball, water sports, traveling, and 
riding his motorcycle.Survivors include his wife Donna of 
Hays, his mother-in-law: Virginia Kisner of Hays, a son: Brett Bailey 
and wife Paulia of Larned, two daughters: Rebecca Bailey and husband 
Chris of Shawnee and Stacey Bernal and husband Kris of Halstead, a 
brother: Vern Bailey and wife Melanie of Bunker Hill, a brother-in-law: 
Kenny Schepmann of Leon, and seven grandchildren: Addison, Isabella, 
Adam, Bailey, Sydney, Brenley, and Berkley.He was preceded in death by his parents, his father-in-law: Vernon Kisner, and his sister: Carol Schepmann.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Pfeifer.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 7:30 on Friday
 and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Saturday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home. The family requests that all attending the&nbsp;visitation and 
funeral mass wear masks.&nbsp; Memorials in Berny’s memory may be made 
payable to: HaysMed Foundation.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Berny may 
be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Berny Lee Bailey

Wanda Ann (Kemper) Huntington, 50, passed away on December 31, 2020, at the Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.

She is survived by her parents, Gary and Ellen Kemper of 
Phillipsburg, KS; sister Brenda Maeske (Jim Klavis) of Chantilly, VA; 
sons David of Hays, KS and Shawn of Minneapolis, KS; nieces Jessica 
(Michael) Stone of Reston, VA and Alexandra Spittle (James Sorokos) of 
Norfolk, Virginia; sisters-in-law Sharon (Lloyd) Sandlin and Shelly 
Derting of Minneapolis, KS; uncle Marvin Gaines of Logan, KS and many 
cousins.

Wanda was a free-spirit who loved her family and friends. She read 
her bible every day and had a relationship with the lord. She listened 
to gospel music and attended religious services either in-person or by 
watching on television. She also loved to watch football and was a big 
fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.

For the past four years, Wanda lived in Winfield, KS in ResCare 
Residential Services. She lived with her roommate and had many friends 
in Winfield including her case manager Christina Pack; whom she fired 
almost on a daily basis. You were Wanda's friend until you made her mad 
and then you weren't however she had the innate ability to easily 
forgive.

Just before her death Wanda moved into shared living with Katie 
Jordan and her two children. She enjoyed playing with the kids and was 
excited about her future. Wanda went on vacation with Katie and the kids
 to South Padre Island, TX and saw the ocean for the very first time. 
While on vacation she held a baby alligator; she was fearless that way. 
She really did love adventures and seeing new things.

Her sister remembers Wanda as a caring and loving person who never 
met a stranger. Brenda wants everyone to know that Wanda was not just 
her sister but her best friend. &nbsp;“A Little bit of my sister will always 
live in me. Rest in peace Wanda, you'll always be in my heart".

She was taken from us too soon, but our heavenly father had a greater plan. She will be greatly missed by all.

A memorial service for Wanda will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March
 5, 2021 at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor 
Joel Hiesterman officiating. &nbsp;The services will be streamed live on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Funeral-Service---Cemetery/Olliff-Boeve-Memorial-Chapel-158648587502325/">Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;A private inurnment will take place in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Logan, KS.

Wanda Ann (Kemper) Huntington, 50, passed away on December 31, 2020, at the Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.She is survived by her parents, Gary and Ellen Kemper of 
Phillipsburg, KS; sister Brenda Maeske (Jim Klavis) of Chantilly, VA; 
sons David of Hays, KS and Shawn of Minneapolis, KS; nieces Jessica 
(Michael) Stone of Reston, VA and Alexandra Spittle (James Sorokos) of 
Norfolk, Virginia; sisters-in-law Sharon (Lloyd) Sandlin and Shelly 
Derting of Minneapolis, KS; uncle Marvin Gaines of Logan, KS and many 
cousins.Wanda was a free-spirit who loved her family and friends. She read 
her bible every day and had a relationship with the lord. She listened 
to gospel music and attended religious services either in-person or by 
watching on television. She also loved to watch football and was a big 
fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.For the past four years, Wanda lived in Winfield, KS in ResCare 
Residential Services. She lived with her roommate and had many friends 
in Winfield including her case manager Christina Pack; whom she fired 
almost on a daily basis. You were Wanda's friend until you made her mad 
and then you weren't however she had the innate ability to easily 
forgive.Just before her death Wanda moved into shared living with Katie 
Jordan and her two children. She enjoyed playing with the kids and was 
excited about her future. Wanda went on vacation with Katie and the kids
 to South Padre Island, TX and saw the ocean for the very first time. 
While on vacation she held a baby alligator; she was fearless that way. 
She really did love adventures and seeing new things.Her sister remembers Wanda as a caring and loving person who never 
met a stranger. Brenda wants everyone to know that Wanda was not just 
her sister but her best friend. &nbsp;“A Little bit of my sister will always 
live in me. Rest in peace Wanda, you'll always be in my heart".She was taken from us too soon, but our heavenly father had a greater plan. She will be greatly missed by all.A memorial service for Wanda will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March
 5, 2021 at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor 
Joel Hiesterman officiating. &nbsp;The services will be streamed live on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Funeral-Service---Cemetery/Olliff-Boeve-Memorial-Chapel-158648587502325/">Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;A private inurnment will take place in the Pleasant View Cemetery, Logan, KS.

Wanda Ann (Kemper) Huntington

Clarita Kollhoff, age 79, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2021, at Grisell Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, Ransom. 

 Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Clarita Kollhoff, age 79, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2021, at Grisell Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, Ransom. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clarita Kollhoff

Max E. Hicks, 93, died February 22, 2021, at Clara Barton Hospital, 
Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born January 21, 1928, in Chelsea, Oklahoma,
 the son of James R. and Lily Mae (Adamson) Hicks. Max graudauted from 
Delaware High School, Delaware, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He then served in the Army as
 a Private First Class.

On July 19, 1952, he married Betty L. Cook in Great Bend, Kansas.

A longtime Hoisington resident, Max retired from Petroluem Inc., 
Great Bend, where he worked as a roustabout and a pumper.&nbsp; He was a 
member of the First United Methodist Church, a former commander of the 
American Legion Post #286, and a 60 year member of the Masonic Lodge 
#331, all of Hoisington. Max enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, cards, 
and most of all he enjoyed his time with family especially his grand and
 great grandkids.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty L. Hicks of the home; 
two daughters, Rhonda Piland and husband Randy, and Becky Ritter and 
husband Keith, all of Hoisington; a brother, Alva Hicks and wife 
Virginia of Cape Carteret, North Carolina; 2 grandchildren, Jatim Wagner
 and husband Cory of Olmitz, and Justin Piland and wife Tanya of 
Hoisington; and three great grandchildren, Braydin Piland, Logan Wagner 
and Lane Wagner.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Eugene, 
Lyle, and Marvin Hicks; and five sisters, Edith Swalley, Sarah Dodd, 
Pauline Wilson, Opal Heape, and Maxine Hicks.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday.&nbsp; Family will greet 
friends Thursday,an hour prior to the service. Funeral service will 
begin at 2 p.m, Thursday, February 25, 2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, with Ron Bailey presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Hillcrest 
Memorial Park, with military honors conducted by Fort Riley Army Honor 
Guard.&nbsp;

Memorials may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or First 
United Methodist Church, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box
 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Max E. Hicks, 93, died February 22, 2021, at Clara Barton Hospital, 
Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born January 21, 1928, in Chelsea, Oklahoma,
 the son of James R. and Lily Mae (Adamson) Hicks. Max graudauted from 
Delaware High School, Delaware, Oklahoma.&nbsp; He then served in the Army as
 a Private First Class.On July 19, 1952, he married Betty L. Cook in Great Bend, Kansas.A longtime Hoisington resident, Max retired from Petroluem Inc., 
Great Bend, where he worked as a roustabout and a pumper.&nbsp; He was a 
member of the First United Methodist Church, a former commander of the 
American Legion Post #286, and a 60 year member of the Masonic Lodge 
#331, all of Hoisington. Max enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, cards, 
and most of all he enjoyed his time with family especially his grand and
 great grandkids.He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty L. Hicks of the home; 
two daughters, Rhonda Piland and husband Randy, and Becky Ritter and 
husband Keith, all of Hoisington; a brother, Alva Hicks and wife 
Virginia of Cape Carteret, North Carolina; 2 grandchildren, Jatim Wagner
 and husband Cory of Olmitz, and Justin Piland and wife Tanya of 
Hoisington; and three great grandchildren, Braydin Piland, Logan Wagner 
and Lane Wagner.He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Eugene, 
Lyle, and Marvin Hicks; and five sisters, Edith Swalley, Sarah Dodd, 
Pauline Wilson, Opal Heape, and Maxine Hicks.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday.&nbsp; Family will greet 
friends Thursday,an hour prior to the service. Funeral service will 
begin at 2 p.m, Thursday, February 25, 2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, with Ron Bailey presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Hillcrest 
Memorial Park, with military honors conducted by Fort Riley Army Honor 
Guard.&nbsp;Memorials may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or First 
United Methodist Church, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box
 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Max E. Hicks

Gene Martin, 67, of Wichita, KS, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 in Wichita. Memorial service 11:00 a.m.  Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at Headley Funeral Chapel, Augusta, KS. 

Gene was born in Hays, KS on September 22, 1953, to the late Mary Louise (Arnold) and Harold Dwight Martin. He graduated from Augusta High School and later worked as an inspector for Learjet. Gene enjoyed motorcycles, reading, and rock music, being a member of several local bands. 

He is survived by son, Jordan Martin; daughters, Leah Martin; and Cody Swaim and husband Chance all of Wichita; brothers, Mike Martin and wife Jyneen of Augusta; and Harold Dean Martin of Oklahoma; and grandchildren, Madison, Jackson, Mason, Lydia, Colbie, John Jr., Trinity, Tanner and Kennedy.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Gene Martin, 67, of Wichita, KS, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 in Wichita. Memorial service 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at Headley Funeral Chapel, Augusta, KS. Gene was born in Hays, KS on September 22, 1953, to the late Mary Louise (Arnold) and Harold Dwight Martin. He graduated from Augusta High School and later worked as an inspector for Learjet. Gene enjoyed motorcycles, reading, and rock music, being a member of several local bands. He is survived by son, Jordan Martin; daughters, Leah Martin; and Cody Swaim and husband Chance all of Wichita; brothers, Mike Martin and wife Jyneen of Augusta; and Harold Dean Martin of Oklahoma; and grandchildren, Madison, Jackson, Mason, Lydia, Colbie, John Jr., Trinity, Tanner and Kennedy.&nbsp;

Gene Martin

Deloris Ann (Pratt) Zink, 85, Hays, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021, at her home.

She was born May 24, 1935, in Osborne County, Kansas, the daughter of Norman and Lucille (Dixon) Pratt.&nbsp;

In 1966, she and her husband settled&nbsp;in
 Leoti where they raised their children and operated a veterinary 
practice.&nbsp; She lived in Topeka from 1991 until 2016 before moving to 
Hays, where she spent the remainder of her life.&nbsp; Deloris was active in 
the community and a member of United Methodist Church in Leoti and 
Shawnee Heights United Methodist Church in Tecumseh.&nbsp; She was a fixture 
at her children’s band, vocal, drill team, sporting, and church events.&nbsp;
 Later in life, she was passionate about Washburn Ichabod basketball and
 found a new role in life working at the Combat Air Museum with “the 
guys."&nbsp; She will be missed by her family and her many friends from all 
the different parts of her life.&nbsp;

Survivors include her son: Greg Zink 
and wife Donna of Carthage, MO, two daughters: Shelley Zink Pitts and 
husband Lynn of Hays and Carol Zink and special friend Kathy Garcia of 
Corrales, NM, her brother: Norman Pratt, Jr. of St. Louis, MO, three 
grandchildren: Renee Butler and husband Will of Virginia Beach, VA, Amy 
Denham and husband BJ of Hays, and Cory Pitts and wife Kaisley of Derby,
 six great grandchildren: Lliam Butler, Levi Denham, Lila Denham, Phinn 
Butler, Linkon Denham, and Elliot Butler, her nephew: Randy Pratt, and 
her best friend: Clyde Hinkle.

She is preceded in death by her brother: Don Pratt and her sister-in-law: Judy Pratt. &nbsp;

A Celebration of Deloris’ Life will be 
at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at High Plains Baptist Church
 in Hays, with Pastor Russell Kirkpatrick officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be
 made payable to: Combat Air Museum, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Deloris may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Deloris Ann (Pratt) Zink, 85, Hays, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021, at her home.She was born May 24, 1935, in Osborne County, Kansas, the daughter of Norman and Lucille (Dixon) Pratt.&nbsp;In 1966, she and her husband settled&nbsp;in
 Leoti where they raised their children and operated a veterinary 
practice.&nbsp; She lived in Topeka from 1991 until 2016 before moving to 
Hays, where she spent the remainder of her life.&nbsp; Deloris was active in 
the community and a member of United Methodist Church in Leoti and 
Shawnee Heights United Methodist Church in Tecumseh.&nbsp; She was a fixture 
at her children’s band, vocal, drill team, sporting, and church events.&nbsp;
 Later in life, she was passionate about Washburn Ichabod basketball and
 found a new role in life working at the Combat Air Museum with “the 
guys."&nbsp; She will be missed by her family and her many friends from all 
the different parts of her life.&nbsp;Survivors include her son: Greg Zink 
and wife Donna of Carthage, MO, two daughters: Shelley Zink Pitts and 
husband Lynn of Hays and Carol Zink and special friend Kathy Garcia of 
Corrales, NM, her brother: Norman Pratt, Jr. of St. Louis, MO, three 
grandchildren: Renee Butler and husband Will of Virginia Beach, VA, Amy 
Denham and husband BJ of Hays, and Cory Pitts and wife Kaisley of Derby,
 six great grandchildren: Lliam Butler, Levi Denham, Lila Denham, Phinn 
Butler, Linkon Denham, and Elliot Butler, her nephew: Randy Pratt, and 
her best friend: Clyde Hinkle.She is preceded in death by her brother: Don Pratt and her sister-in-law: Judy Pratt. &nbsp;A Celebration of Deloris’ Life will be 
at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at High Plains Baptist Church
 in Hays, with Pastor Russell Kirkpatrick officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be
 made payable to: Combat Air Museum, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Deloris may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Deloris Ann (Pratt) Zink

Wayne Lynn King, 59, passed away February 18, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; He 
was born December 8, 1961, in Hays, to Marvin L. and Barbara R. (Bittel)
 King.

Wayne was a 1980 graduate of Ellis High School.&nbsp; On August 12, 1995, 
he married the love of his life, Sharon Kirchoff, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They 
shared over 25 years together, making memories and sharing adventures.&nbsp; 
He was a manager at Woodwork Manufacturing.&nbsp; Wayne was a member of 
Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson.

He enjoyed woodworking and could build just about anything, with 
crosses being one of his favorite projects.&nbsp; Wayne enjoyed running and 
working out, competing in multiple races, including the Chicago 
Marathon.&nbsp; He was a family man who never missed one of his children’s or
 grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp; Spending time with family was one of his 
favorite pastimes.&nbsp; Wayne was always up for any adventure or crazy idea 
that his family threw at him.&nbsp; He was a people person and never knew a 
stranger; once he met you, you were his friend for life. Wayne gave 
himself unselfishly to his family, work, church, and anyone else he 
could help.&nbsp; He enjoyed life-- coaching, traveling, fishing, eating ice 
cream, and telling a joke.

He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Sharon King of Hutchinson; children, 
Ashley (Scott) Briand of Ransom, Luke King of Hutchinson, and Kaleb King
 of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Chloe, Addison, and Evan Briand; parents,
 Marvin and Barbara King of Ellis; siblings, Wade (Leitha) King of 
Ellis, Wanda (Donnie) Younger of Ellis, and Wes (Kim) King of Andale; 
father-in-law, Don Kirchoff; sisters-in-law, Kathy (Larry) Claar, Karen 
(Mark) Percival, and Carol (Rick) Rupp; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his grandparents, Christian and Anna
 King, and Edgar and Rosemary Bittel; and mother-in-law, MaryAnn 
Kirchoff.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 
2021, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, 
with Father Michael Kerschen officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at 
Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may view from 1 to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, February 21, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, February 22, at 
Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Visitation, with the family present, will be from 5 
to 7 p.m. Monday, February 22, at Church of the Holy Cross, with the 
Parish Rosary service to follow at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Victory in the Valley,
 Wichita, or St. Vincent de Paul Society of Church of the Holy Cross, 
Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Wayne Lynn King, 59, passed away February 18, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; He 
was born December 8, 1961, in Hays, to Marvin L. and Barbara R. (Bittel)
 King.Wayne was a 1980 graduate of Ellis High School.&nbsp; On August 12, 1995, 
he married the love of his life, Sharon Kirchoff, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They 
shared over 25 years together, making memories and sharing adventures.&nbsp; 
He was a manager at Woodwork Manufacturing.&nbsp; Wayne was a member of 
Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson.He enjoyed woodworking and could build just about anything, with 
crosses being one of his favorite projects.&nbsp; Wayne enjoyed running and 
working out, competing in multiple races, including the Chicago 
Marathon.&nbsp; He was a family man who never missed one of his children’s or
 grandchildren’s activities.&nbsp; Spending time with family was one of his 
favorite pastimes.&nbsp; Wayne was always up for any adventure or crazy idea 
that his family threw at him.&nbsp; He was a people person and never knew a 
stranger; once he met you, you were his friend for life. Wayne gave 
himself unselfishly to his family, work, church, and anyone else he 
could help.&nbsp; He enjoyed life-- coaching, traveling, fishing, eating ice 
cream, and telling a joke.He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Sharon King of Hutchinson; children, 
Ashley (Scott) Briand of Ransom, Luke King of Hutchinson, and Kaleb King
 of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Chloe, Addison, and Evan Briand; parents,
 Marvin and Barbara King of Ellis; siblings, Wade (Leitha) King of 
Ellis, Wanda (Donnie) Younger of Ellis, and Wes (Kim) King of Andale; 
father-in-law, Don Kirchoff; sisters-in-law, Kathy (Larry) Claar, Karen 
(Mark) Percival, and Carol (Rick) Rupp; and numerous nieces and nephews.Wayne was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his grandparents, Christian and Anna
 King, and Edgar and Rosemary Bittel; and mother-in-law, MaryAnn 
Kirchoff.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 
2021, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, 
with Father Michael Kerschen officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at 
Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may view from 1 to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, February 21, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, February 22, at 
Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Visitation, with the family present, will be from 5 
to 7 p.m. Monday, February 22, at Church of the Holy Cross, with the 
Parish Rosary service to follow at 7 p.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Victory in the Valley,
 Wichita, or St. Vincent de Paul Society of Church of the Holy Cross, 
Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Wayne Lynn King

George O. Martin Jr., 87, died February 20, 2021. He was born July 
27, 1933, in Buffalo, New York, the son of George O. Martin, Sr. and 
Helen Boothby Kitson Martin.

A resident of Ellinwood since 1991, he was a poet, a stone carver, a 
baker, a speaker and write of newspaper columns, “Steam Whistles”, 
“Boiling Stones” and “Always Searching, Sometimes Finding”. He was a 
retired Postmaster in Partridge and Hoisington, Kansas. He was also an 
ordained Deacon in the Episcopal Church and belonged to St. John’s 
Episcopal Church, Great Bend, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Navy from 
1952 to 1956, aboard USS Yorktown, and at the Naval Air Station, 
Hutchinson, Kansas.

Taking his life forward in love and joy are his wife, Karen 
Kline-Martin, and their children, Mary Tran, Caitlin Cross (Joel), Fiona
 Esfeld (Nolan) and Samuel Kline-Martin (Emmi). There are five other 
children from a previous marriage, Mary Christopher, Mark Martin, Micah 
Martin, Myna Anderson, and George Martin IV. Grandchildren, great 
grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and so many considered just family will 
celebrate his life in the days and years to come in their service to 
others.

Burial office will be read, and Eucharist celebrated at St. John’s 
Episcopal Church, Great Bend, at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 27, 2021
 with Mother Teresa Lahar presiding. We ask for no flowers as it is 
Lent. Memorials can be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>George O. Martin Jr., 87, died February 20, 2021. He was born July 
27, 1933, in Buffalo, New York, the son of George O. Martin, Sr. and 
Helen Boothby Kitson Martin.A resident of Ellinwood since 1991, he was a poet, a stone carver, a 
baker, a speaker and write of newspaper columns, “Steam Whistles”, 
“Boiling Stones” and “Always Searching, Sometimes Finding”. He was a 
retired Postmaster in Partridge and Hoisington, Kansas. He was also an 
ordained Deacon in the Episcopal Church and belonged to St. John’s 
Episcopal Church, Great Bend, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Navy from 
1952 to 1956, aboard USS Yorktown, and at the Naval Air Station, 
Hutchinson, Kansas.Taking his life forward in love and joy are his wife, Karen 
Kline-Martin, and their children, Mary Tran, Caitlin Cross (Joel), Fiona
 Esfeld (Nolan) and Samuel Kline-Martin (Emmi). There are five other 
children from a previous marriage, Mary Christopher, Mark Martin, Micah 
Martin, Myna Anderson, and George Martin IV. Grandchildren, great 
grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and so many considered just family will 
celebrate his life in the days and years to come in their service to 
others.Burial office will be read, and Eucharist celebrated at St. John’s 
Episcopal Church, Great Bend, at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 27, 2021
 with Mother Teresa Lahar presiding. We ask for no flowers as it is 
Lent. Memorials can be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

George O. Martin Jr.

Tina Lyndell Jones, 54, passed away February 21, 2021, at the 
University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend Campus. She was born 
December 30, 1966, at Coldwater, to Jerrold &amp; Sheryl (Suchy) Davis. 
She married John Jones November 16, 1985, at Great Bend.

Tina grew up in Great Bend. The family lived in multiple states due 
to military service and moved back to Great Bend 8 months ago. Tina 
enjoyed camping but especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include, her husband, John Jones of the home; three sons, 
Joshua Jones and wife Amanda of New Mexico, Jeremy Jones and wife Alexis
 of Horizon, Tex., and John Jones and wife Hanna of Fort Stewart, Ga.; 
four daughters, Misty Tapia and husband Robert of San Antonio, Tex., 
Megan Greco and husband Alex, Madelinn Jones and McKenzie Jones, all of 
Great Bend; her father, Jerrold Davis; a brother, J.D. Davis and wife 
Rachelle of Des Moines, Iowa; and eight grandchildren, Logan, Rosemary, 
William, Cecil, Gus, Stanley, London, and Evelyn. She was preceded in 
death by her mother, Sheryl Davis; a son, Jared Davis; and a brother, 
Troy Davis.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, February 26, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher. Inurnment will be in Great 
Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the American 
Diabetes Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Tina Lyndell Jones, 54, passed away February 21, 2021, at the 
University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend Campus. She was born 
December 30, 1966, at Coldwater, to Jerrold &amp; Sheryl (Suchy) Davis. 
She married John Jones November 16, 1985, at Great Bend.Tina grew up in Great Bend. The family lived in multiple states due 
to military service and moved back to Great Bend 8 months ago. Tina 
enjoyed camping but especially loved spending time with her family.Survivors include, her husband, John Jones of the home; three sons, 
Joshua Jones and wife Amanda of New Mexico, Jeremy Jones and wife Alexis
 of Horizon, Tex., and John Jones and wife Hanna of Fort Stewart, Ga.; 
four daughters, Misty Tapia and husband Robert of San Antonio, Tex., 
Megan Greco and husband Alex, Madelinn Jones and McKenzie Jones, all of 
Great Bend; her father, Jerrold Davis; a brother, J.D. Davis and wife 
Rachelle of Des Moines, Iowa; and eight grandchildren, Logan, Rosemary, 
William, Cecil, Gus, Stanley, London, and Evelyn. She was preceded in 
death by her mother, Sheryl Davis; a son, Jared Davis; and a brother, 
Troy Davis.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, February 26, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher. Inurnment will be in Great 
Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the American 
Diabetes Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Tina Lyndell Jones

Linda Roesch, 72, rural Atwood, died Monday, February 22, 2021, at home after a lengthy battle with cancer. 
Linda Lucille Weed was born December 24, 1948, in Colby, KS, the first 
daughter of Kenneth and Anna Christena “Chris” (Jensen) Weed. Linda 
spent her youth growing up in Levant and graduated from Brewster High 
School in 1966. After graduation, she attended Key Beauty School in 
Colorado Springs and graduated with her cosmetology license in 1967. On 
June 10, 1967 she was united in marriage with Richard Lee Roesch. Dick 
&amp; Linda spent the first year of their marriage in Goodland, KS where
 she worked as a licensed cosmetologist. In 1968 they moved to rural 
Rawlins County where they spent the remainder of their lives farming and
 ranching. They were blessed with four children: Tracy Lyn, Mandy Lyn, 
Karen Ann, and Scott Charles. 
Linda was an active farm and ranch wife, often helping with cattle work,
 bringing meals to the field, cooking for cattle working crews and 
making many parts runs. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and most of all, 
cooking for her friends and family. Together, Dick &amp; Linda enjoyed 
traveling to attend antique and bit &amp; spur auctions. Linda was a 
renowned cook, especially known for her meringue pies, fried chicken and
 potato salad. Throughout the years, she was active in many 
organizations including serving as a Girl Scout leader, Theta Kappa, 
Hobby Club, and Master Gardeners. Linda was a member of Redeemer 
Lutheran Church after being confirmed into the Lutheran faith on August 
18th, 1991. She was an active member of Lutheran Women’s Missionary 
League, serving on the funeral luncheon committee for many years. 
As her family grew, the role she loved the most was “Grandma”. She could
 always be counted on to host a “cousins sleepover” and rarely missed a 
birthday or holiday. She enjoyed attending all her grandchildren’s 
activities. She was a familiar face in the stands for many years and was
 known as “Grandma Linda” to many. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; mother &amp; father-in-law, 
Fritz &amp; Frances Roesch; uncles, Jack Weed and Bobby Lee Schroeder 
and brother-in-law, Joe Heath. 
She is survived by her husband, Dick, of the home; children, Tracy 
(Dwight) Coleman, of Imperial, NE, Mandy (Brad) Leitner, of Atwood, 
Karen Bryant (Jim Wright) of Manhattan, and Scott (Jessica) Roesch, of 
rural Atwood; nine grandchildren, Wade (Adriell) Elwood, Taylor (Weston)
 Bainter, Mallory (Tyler) Oxford, Lexy Leitner, Macy Coleman, Jason 
Bryant, Ethan Bryant, Cora Roesch and Ladd Roesch; three 
great-grandchildren, Whitley Elwood, Pryor Elwood and Delilah Bainter; 
sisters, Barbara (Albert) Schmidt, of Oakley, and Trudy Heath of 
Dighton; brother-in-law, Chuck (Beatriz) Roesch, of Colby, and 
sister-in-law, Marcia (Dave) Wagoner, of Colby; aunts, Helen Schroeder 
and Mary Weed, both of Levant; cousins, Robert Schroeder and Leon 
Schroeder, of Levant, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.She will be 
sadly missed by many friends. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 25th, 2021 at 1:30 PM 
at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Atwood, KS with inurnment at Fairview 
Cemetery, Atwood. Memorials are suggested to Hospice Services of 
Northwest Kansas in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO BOX 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Linda Roesch, 72, rural Atwood, died Monday, February 22, 2021, at home after a lengthy battle with cancer. 
Linda Lucille Weed was born December 24, 1948, in Colby, KS, the first 
daughter of Kenneth and Anna Christena “Chris” (Jensen) Weed. Linda 
spent her youth growing up in Levant and graduated from Brewster High 
School in 1966. After graduation, she attended Key Beauty School in 
Colorado Springs and graduated with her cosmetology license in 1967. On 
June 10, 1967 she was united in marriage with Richard Lee Roesch. Dick 
&amp; Linda spent the first year of their marriage in Goodland, KS where
 she worked as a licensed cosmetologist. In 1968 they moved to rural 
Rawlins County where they spent the remainder of their lives farming and
 ranching. They were blessed with four children: Tracy Lyn, Mandy Lyn, 
Karen Ann, and Scott Charles. 
Linda was an active farm and ranch wife, often helping with cattle work,
 bringing meals to the field, cooking for cattle working crews and 
making many parts runs. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and most of all, 
cooking for her friends and family. Together, Dick &amp; Linda enjoyed 
traveling to attend antique and bit &amp; spur auctions. Linda was a 
renowned cook, especially known for her meringue pies, fried chicken and
 potato salad. Throughout the years, she was active in many 
organizations including serving as a Girl Scout leader, Theta Kappa, 
Hobby Club, and Master Gardeners. Linda was a member of Redeemer 
Lutheran Church after being confirmed into the Lutheran faith on August 
18th, 1991. She was an active member of Lutheran Women’s Missionary 
League, serving on the funeral luncheon committee for many years. 
As her family grew, the role she loved the most was “Grandma”. She could
 always be counted on to host a “cousins sleepover” and rarely missed a 
birthday or holiday. She enjoyed attending all her grandchildren’s 
activities. She was a familiar face in the stands for many years and was
 known as “Grandma Linda” to many. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; mother &amp; father-in-law, 
Fritz &amp; Frances Roesch; uncles, Jack Weed and Bobby Lee Schroeder 
and brother-in-law, Joe Heath. 
She is survived by her husband, Dick, of the home; children, Tracy 
(Dwight) Coleman, of Imperial, NE, Mandy (Brad) Leitner, of Atwood, 
Karen Bryant (Jim Wright) of Manhattan, and Scott (Jessica) Roesch, of 
rural Atwood; nine grandchildren, Wade (Adriell) Elwood, Taylor (Weston)
 Bainter, Mallory (Tyler) Oxford, Lexy Leitner, Macy Coleman, Jason 
Bryant, Ethan Bryant, Cora Roesch and Ladd Roesch; three 
great-grandchildren, Whitley Elwood, Pryor Elwood and Delilah Bainter; 
sisters, Barbara (Albert) Schmidt, of Oakley, and Trudy Heath of 
Dighton; brother-in-law, Chuck (Beatriz) Roesch, of Colby, and 
sister-in-law, Marcia (Dave) Wagoner, of Colby; aunts, Helen Schroeder 
and Mary Weed, both of Levant; cousins, Robert Schroeder and Leon 
Schroeder, of Levant, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.She will be 
sadly missed by many friends. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 25th, 2021 at 1:30 PM 
at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Atwood, KS with inurnment at Fairview 
Cemetery, Atwood. Memorials are suggested to Hospice Services of 
Northwest Kansas in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO BOX 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Linda Roesch

William D. “Bill” Jacobs, 76, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Friday, February 19, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

Bill was born April 16, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Casper and Mary (Schmidt) Jacobs.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1963 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, he was employed by the Rush County Highway Department for 21 years before his retirement.

He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, and Knights of Columbus Council 2970, both of La Crosse, Kansas.

On November 10, 1978, he married Jo Ann Hammerschmidt at St. Fidelis Church, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;

Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Jo Ann Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas; three brothers, Ralph Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas, Leroy Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas, and Jerry Jacobs, Hays, Kansas; one sister, Mary Lou Warren, Wichita, Kansas; and many nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Eugene Jacobs, Virgil Jacobs, Daniel Jacobs, and Celestine “Celly” Jacobs; and five sisters, Leona Leiker, Albina Birney, Elenora Holzmeister, Louise Besperat, and Viola Dreher.

Memorial service will be Friday, February 26, 2021, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; A Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 9:45 A.M.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.

Social distancing is recommended.&nbsp;Masks are also recommended.&nbsp;Due to COVID-19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well,&nbsp;please send condolences via the online guestbook or mail.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

William D. “Bill” Jacobs, 76, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Friday, February 19, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.Bill was born April 16, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Casper and Mary (Schmidt) Jacobs.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1963 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, he was employed by the Rush County Highway Department for 21 years before his retirement.He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, and Knights of Columbus Council 2970, both of La Crosse, Kansas.On November 10, 1978, he married Jo Ann Hammerschmidt at St. Fidelis Church, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Jo Ann Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas; three brothers, Ralph Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas, Leroy Jacobs, La Crosse, Kansas, and Jerry Jacobs, Hays, Kansas; one sister, Mary Lou Warren, Wichita, Kansas; and many nephews and nieces.He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Eugene Jacobs, Virgil Jacobs, Daniel Jacobs, and Celestine “Celly” Jacobs; and five sisters, Leona Leiker, Albina Birney, Elenora Holzmeister, Louise Besperat, and Viola Dreher.Memorial service will be Friday, February 26, 2021, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; A Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 9:45 A.M.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.Social distancing is recommended.&nbsp;Masks are also recommended.&nbsp;Due to COVID-19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well,&nbsp;please send condolences via the online guestbook or mail.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

William D. 'Bill' Jacobs

Jeannine C. Truan, 84, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021, at the Wilson Nursing Center in Wilson, Kansas.

Jeannine was born December 26, 1936, in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of five children born to Gilbert and Elizabeth (Kippes) Truan.&nbsp; She grew up a short time in Hays before her family moved to the family farm and she attended Hope Valley schools.&nbsp; She graduated from Gorham High School in the Class of 1954.&nbsp; Then after high school she moved to Russell.

Jeannine started out working for Kessler Cleaners for six years before helping take care of patients at the Russell Hospital and in home patients.&nbsp; She worked as a waitress at the Tower Restaurant before working over 12 years at Martha’s Cafe and working for Red’s Chicken House.&nbsp; In 1982, she started working for Klema’s in the Bakery and Deli, retiring in 2000.

Jeannine was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Russell and was an active member of the St. Mary’s Guild.&nbsp; She enjoyed collecting Salt &amp; Pepper Shakers, cheering on her Kansas City Royals, listening to country music and spending time with her nieces and nephews.

Jeannine’s surviving family includes her sisters, Janice Stoppel (Melvin) of Russell, Kansas, and Norma Savage of Russell, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Delbert Truan and Raymond Truan, and sister Betty Wallace.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; 

Memorials have been established with St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St. Jude’s Children Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Jeannine C. Truan, 84, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021, at the Wilson Nursing Center in Wilson, Kansas.Jeannine was born December 26, 1936, in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of five children born to Gilbert and Elizabeth (Kippes) Truan.&nbsp; She grew up a short time in Hays before her family moved to the family farm and she attended Hope Valley schools.&nbsp; She graduated from Gorham High School in the Class of 1954.&nbsp; Then after high school she moved to Russell.Jeannine started out working for Kessler Cleaners for six years before helping take care of patients at the Russell Hospital and in home patients.&nbsp; She worked as a waitress at the Tower Restaurant before working over 12 years at Martha’s Cafe and working for Red’s Chicken House.&nbsp; In 1982, she started working for Klema’s in the Bakery and Deli, retiring in 2000.Jeannine was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Russell and was an active member of the St. Mary’s Guild.&nbsp; She enjoyed collecting Salt &amp; Pepper Shakers, cheering on her Kansas City Royals, listening to country music and spending time with her nieces and nephews.Jeannine’s surviving family includes her sisters, Janice Stoppel (Melvin) of Russell, Kansas, and Norma Savage of Russell, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Delbert Truan and Raymond Truan, and sister Betty Wallace.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials have been established with St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St. Jude’s Children Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Jeannine C. Truan

Mary C. Armstrong, age 95, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 
February 17, 2021, at Legend Senior Living in Topeka, Kansas. She was 
born on March 5, 1925, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Paul and 
Zelda Wilson Ruth. Mary was a resident of Scott City, Kansas most of her
 life before moving to Topeka in 2011 Hutchinson, Kansas. Mary was a 
homemaker and a wife.

Mary was a member of the First Christian Church and a member of the Scott County Historical Society.

On August 15, 1945, Mary wed Robert Armstrong in Scott City, Kansas. She passed away on October 14, 2013, in Topeka, Kansas.

Survivors include her Two Sons - James &amp; Debbi Armstrong of 
Edmond, Oklahoma, Dan Armstrong of Topeka, Kansas, Two Daughters - 
Elizabeth &amp; David Rider of Houston, Texas, Jane &amp; Louis 
Armstrong Webb of Kennewick, Washington, One Sister - Patsi Graham of 
Scott City, Kansas, One Grandson - Mitchell &amp; Kelly Armstrong of 
Wichita, Kansas, Two Granddaughters - Nicole &amp; Jim Presley of 
Austin, Texas, Jessica Armstrong of Edmond, Oklahoma, One Great 
Granddaughter - Leighton Presley of Austin, Texas, and Numerous Nieces 
&amp; Nephews.

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

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, February 25, 
2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with pastor
 Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on Facebook at
 Price and Sons Funeral Home page (www.facebook.com/priceandsons) 
starting at 10:25 a.m.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the SCHS Alumni or the 
Scott County Historical Museum in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home; 
PO Box 553; Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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 </figure>Mary C. Armstrong, age 95, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 
February 17, 2021, at Legend Senior Living in Topeka, Kansas. She was 
born on March 5, 1925, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Paul and 
Zelda Wilson Ruth. Mary was a resident of Scott City, Kansas most of her
 life before moving to Topeka in 2011 Hutchinson, Kansas. Mary was a 
homemaker and a wife.Mary was a member of the First Christian Church and a member of the Scott County Historical Society.On August 15, 1945, Mary wed Robert Armstrong in Scott City, Kansas. She passed away on October 14, 2013, in Topeka, Kansas.Survivors include her Two Sons - James &amp; Debbi Armstrong of 
Edmond, Oklahoma, Dan Armstrong of Topeka, Kansas, Two Daughters - 
Elizabeth &amp; David Rider of Houston, Texas, Jane &amp; Louis 
Armstrong Webb of Kennewick, Washington, One Sister - Patsi Graham of 
Scott City, Kansas, One Grandson - Mitchell &amp; Kelly Armstrong of 
Wichita, Kansas, Two Granddaughters - Nicole &amp; Jim Presley of 
Austin, Texas, Jessica Armstrong of Edmond, Oklahoma, One Great 
Granddaughter - Leighton Presley of Austin, Texas, and Numerous Nieces 
&amp; Nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, February 25, 
2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with pastor
 Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on Facebook at
 Price and Sons Funeral Home page (www.facebook.com/priceandsons) 
starting at 10:25 a.m.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the SCHS Alumni or the 
Scott County Historical Museum in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home; 
PO Box 553; Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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