Marilynn Esther Seibel of Hays, Kansas,
 passed away peacefully in the presence of family on Saturday, February 
20, 2021, at Hays Medical Center after a recent stroke. 

Marilynn was born December 3, 1933, in 
Hays to Bernard and Ida (Toepfer) Weigel. She graduated Ellis High 
School in the class of 1951 and attended Fort Hays State University. On 
August 7, 1954, she was united in marriage to Darrell G. Seibel in 
Ellis, Kansas, and resided in Hays all her married life. Darrell and 
Marilynn recently celebrated 66 years of love and marriage. 

Marilynn dedicated her life to a loving
 home and raising her children and grandchildren. She was an amazing 
wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was an incredible 
artist and seamstress who thoroughly enjoyed her family, cooking, 
traveling, gardening, and caring for her pets. Marilynn was an active 
member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and lived her life dedicated to the
 Word of God. She had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor. Her 
kind heart touched all those who had the privilege of knowing her. 

She is survived by her husband Darrell,
 five sons: Greg (Donna) Seibel, Jeff (Stacey) Seibel, Brad (Judy) 
Seibel, Brent (Kitty) Seibel, Michael (Angela) Seibel, two daughters: 
Marcie (Rodger) Steffen and Linda Seibel, 15 grandchildren, and 10 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, two brothers: Bernard Weigel and Victor Weigel, and three 
sisters: Irene Younie, Eleanor Beilman, and Edith Bittel. 

Due to current COVID restrictions, 
private services will be held. A celebration of life will be held at a 
later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Marilynn’s memory may be 
made payable to: St. Joseph Catholic Church, Divine Mercy Radio, or 
Hospice of HaysMed, in care of the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Condolences and memories of Marilynn may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com.&nbsp; 

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 </figure>Marilynn Esther Seibel of Hays, Kansas,
 passed away peacefully in the presence of family on Saturday, February 
20, 2021, at Hays Medical Center after a recent stroke. Marilynn was born December 3, 1933, in 
Hays to Bernard and Ida (Toepfer) Weigel. She graduated Ellis High 
School in the class of 1951 and attended Fort Hays State University. On 
August 7, 1954, she was united in marriage to Darrell G. Seibel in 
Ellis, Kansas, and resided in Hays all her married life. Darrell and 
Marilynn recently celebrated 66 years of love and marriage. Marilynn dedicated her life to a loving
 home and raising her children and grandchildren. She was an amazing 
wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was an incredible 
artist and seamstress who thoroughly enjoyed her family, cooking, 
traveling, gardening, and caring for her pets. Marilynn was an active 
member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and lived her life dedicated to the
 Word of God. She had a quick wit and a wonderful sense of humor. Her 
kind heart touched all those who had the privilege of knowing her. She is survived by her husband Darrell,
 five sons: Greg (Donna) Seibel, Jeff (Stacey) Seibel, Brad (Judy) 
Seibel, Brent (Kitty) Seibel, Michael (Angela) Seibel, two daughters: 
Marcie (Rodger) Steffen and Linda Seibel, 15 grandchildren, and 10 
great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, two brothers: Bernard Weigel and Victor Weigel, and three 
sisters: Irene Younie, Eleanor Beilman, and Edith Bittel. Due to current COVID restrictions, 
private services will be held. A celebration of life will be held at a 
later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Marilynn’s memory may be 
made payable to: St. Joseph Catholic Church, Divine Mercy Radio, or 
Hospice of HaysMed, in care of the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.Condolences and memories of Marilynn may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com.&nbsp;

Marilynn Esther Seibel

Phillipsburg resident Janna Constable passed away Feb. 14, 2021, at her home in Phillipsburg at the age of 43.&nbsp; She was born July 22, 1977, in Wichita, the daughter of Ron &amp; Glenda (Miller) Powers.

Survivors include her son Damon Beckman of Concordia; her daughter Daria Beckman of Phillipsburg; her dad, Ron Powers of Victoria; 2 sisters: Ronda Jerby of Phillipsburg &amp; Trina Minkler of Victoria &amp; 1 grandchild.

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg with Pastor Blake Stanwood officiating.&nbsp; The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Janna Constable Memorial Fund.&nbsp;

Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Janna Constable passed away Feb. 14, 2021, at her home in Phillipsburg at the age of 43.&nbsp; She was born July 22, 1977, in Wichita, the daughter of Ron &amp; Glenda (Miller) Powers.Survivors include her son Damon Beckman of Concordia; her daughter Daria Beckman of Phillipsburg; her dad, Ron Powers of Victoria; 2 sisters: Ronda Jerby of Phillipsburg &amp; Trina Minkler of Victoria &amp; 1 grandchild.Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg with Pastor Blake Stanwood officiating.&nbsp; The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.Memorial contributions may be made to the Janna Constable Memorial Fund.&nbsp;Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Janna Constable

Edward J. Brummer passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at the 
Solomon Valley Manor in Stockton, Kansas at the age of 88. He was born 
to John and Katherine (Simeon) Brummer on January 7, 1933, in Osborne 
County, Kansas. Edward married Bertha Hays on October 26, 1963, in 
Osborne, Kansas, and they were blessed with six children: Jill, Edward 
“Eddie”, Jennifer, Connie, Jeanette, and Elizabeth.
 Edward grew up in rural Osborne where he attended school until 8th 
grade. He then went to work for the Santa Fe Railroad before he was 
drafted into the United States Army. Following his honorable discharge 
from the service he returned home and worked as a mechanic at his own 
shop from 1965 until 2017 when he retired. 
 A true “car guy”, Edward loved everything about cars. Fixing them, 
driving them, collecting them, and teaching others to do the same. He 
not only loved working on his own cars, but also on cars for other 
people and visiting with his customers. He taught all his kids how to 
change the oil and a flat tire at the very least before they left home. 
So many memories were built around cars; they were like friends to him 
as he kept every single one of them. Interestingly enough, he stopped 
buying them in the 70’s as he would say, “plastic had no place on a 
car!” Although his 1960 Corvette was arguably his most prized 
possession, it didn’t hold a candle to his family, especially his 
grandkids. Edward made sure that he took vacation time with his family 
every year and taught one of his grandsons, Dalton, to play the guitar. 
 A hard-working, loving and dedicated family man of God, Edward loved
 the simple life, recognized his blessings, and didn’t take time for 
granted. Although he will be greatly missed by all who knew him, his 
love and invaluable influence will remain in the hearts and lives of his
 family and friends. May his legacy inspire each of us to encourage one 
another, cherish the ties that bind, and live to serve God, Home, and 
Country everyday of our lives.
 Left to cherish his memories are his children; Jill (Mike) Roth of 
Savannah, MO, Edward “Eddie” (Nancy) Brummer of Natoma, KS, Jennifer 
Brummer of Plainville, KS, Connie Brummer (Tracy) of Stockton, Jeannette
 (Jason) Miller of Olathe, KS, and Elizabeth (Jarrod) Selenke of Peyton,
 CO; nine grandchildren, Amber, Aja, Dalton, Hunter, Gavin, Joslyn, Liz,
 Joe, and Kris; and six great-grandchildren, Piper, Taron, Garrett, 
Gabriella, Greyson, and Gracianna.
 He is joined in Heaven by his parents, John and Katherine Brummer; 
wife, Bertha Brummer; brothers, John, Leo, Bob, Joseph, and Al Brummer; 
sisters, Amelia Landry, Mary Payton, Alberta King, Roberta Brummer, 
Maxine Brummer, and Eldora Stroh; and grandchildren Eric Ouse, and Allen
 and Austin Wolf.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 
2021 at 10:30 AM at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton. 
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 2PM until 8PM with a Vigil 
starting at 7PM at the funeral home.
 In lieu of flowers the family has asked memorials to go to St. 
Thomas Catholic Church or Solomon Valley Manor and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N First, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Edward J. Brummer passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021, at the 
Solomon Valley Manor in Stockton, Kansas at the age of 88. He was born 
to John and Katherine (Simeon) Brummer on January 7, 1933, in Osborne 
County, Kansas. Edward married Bertha Hays on October 26, 1963, in 
Osborne, Kansas, and they were blessed with six children: Jill, Edward 
“Eddie”, Jennifer, Connie, Jeanette, and Elizabeth.
 Edward grew up in rural Osborne where he attended school until 8th 
grade. He then went to work for the Santa Fe Railroad before he was 
drafted into the United States Army. Following his honorable discharge 
from the service he returned home and worked as a mechanic at his own 
shop from 1965 until 2017 when he retired. 
 A true “car guy”, Edward loved everything about cars. Fixing them, 
driving them, collecting them, and teaching others to do the same. He 
not only loved working on his own cars, but also on cars for other 
people and visiting with his customers. He taught all his kids how to 
change the oil and a flat tire at the very least before they left home. 
So many memories were built around cars; they were like friends to him 
as he kept every single one of them. Interestingly enough, he stopped 
buying them in the 70’s as he would say, “plastic had no place on a 
car!” Although his 1960 Corvette was arguably his most prized 
possession, it didn’t hold a candle to his family, especially his 
grandkids. Edward made sure that he took vacation time with his family 
every year and taught one of his grandsons, Dalton, to play the guitar. 
 A hard-working, loving and dedicated family man of God, Edward loved
 the simple life, recognized his blessings, and didn’t take time for 
granted. Although he will be greatly missed by all who knew him, his 
love and invaluable influence will remain in the hearts and lives of his
 family and friends. May his legacy inspire each of us to encourage one 
another, cherish the ties that bind, and live to serve God, Home, and 
Country everyday of our lives.
 Left to cherish his memories are his children; Jill (Mike) Roth of 
Savannah, MO, Edward “Eddie” (Nancy) Brummer of Natoma, KS, Jennifer 
Brummer of Plainville, KS, Connie Brummer (Tracy) of Stockton, Jeannette
 (Jason) Miller of Olathe, KS, and Elizabeth (Jarrod) Selenke of Peyton,
 CO; nine grandchildren, Amber, Aja, Dalton, Hunter, Gavin, Joslyn, Liz,
 Joe, and Kris; and six great-grandchildren, Piper, Taron, Garrett, 
Gabriella, Greyson, and Gracianna.
 He is joined in Heaven by his parents, John and Katherine Brummer; 
wife, Bertha Brummer; brothers, John, Leo, Bob, Joseph, and Al Brummer; 
sisters, Amelia Landry, Mary Payton, Alberta King, Roberta Brummer, 
Maxine Brummer, and Eldora Stroh; and grandchildren Eric Ouse, and Allen
 and Austin Wolf.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 
2021 at 10:30 AM at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton. 
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 2PM until 8PM with a Vigil 
starting at 7PM at the funeral home.
 In lieu of flowers the family has asked memorials to go to St. 
Thomas Catholic Church or Solomon Valley Manor and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N First, Stockton, KS 67669.

Edward Jerome Brummer

Tillie L. Smith, age 76, of Goodland passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021, at Topside Manor.&nbsp;

Tillie was born March 25, 1944, to Homer Franklin and Gloria (Pixler) 
Kibel in Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp; She grew up and attended school in Deer Creek, 
Colorado.&nbsp; On October 15, 1961, she married F. Dean Smith.&nbsp; Tillie was a 
custodian and cook at USD 352 for many years.&nbsp;

She was a member of Genesis. &nbsp;Tillie enjoyed painting statues, 
crafting and dearly loved spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; husband, Dean; brother, Ronald Kibel; and sister, Lillian Mather.&nbsp;

She is survived by her daughter, Connie Carson of Goodland; son, 
Terry Smith of Kiowa, CO; son, Homer Smith of Leesville, LA; son, Norman
 Smith of Irvington, KY; daughter, Shirley Lamb of Goodland, KS; 
brother, Robert Kibel of Montrose, CO; brother, Marvin Kibel of Grand 
Junction, CO; sister, Nancy&nbsp;Brutsche of Goodland; brother, Kenneth&nbsp;Kibel
 of Montrose, CO; brother, Paul Gavin of Black Forest, CO; 17 
&nbsp;grandchildren and 65 great grandchildren; and many other family and 
friends.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to Tillie Smith Memorial Fund and may be 
left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 
278, Goodland, KS 67735. &nbsp;For information and condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com.

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Tillie-Smith">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Tillie L. Smith, age 76, of Goodland passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021, at Topside Manor.&nbsp;Tillie was born March 25, 1944, to Homer Franklin and Gloria (Pixler) 
Kibel in Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp; She grew up and attended school in Deer Creek, 
Colorado.&nbsp; On October 15, 1961, she married F. Dean Smith.&nbsp; Tillie was a 
custodian and cook at USD 352 for many years.&nbsp;She was a member of Genesis. &nbsp;Tillie enjoyed painting statues, 
crafting and dearly loved spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; husband, Dean; brother, Ronald Kibel; and sister, Lillian Mather.&nbsp;She is survived by her daughter, Connie Carson of Goodland; son, 
Terry Smith of Kiowa, CO; son, Homer Smith of Leesville, LA; son, Norman
 Smith of Irvington, KY; daughter, Shirley Lamb of Goodland, KS; 
brother, Robert Kibel of Montrose, CO; brother, Marvin Kibel of Grand 
Junction, CO; sister, Nancy&nbsp;Brutsche of Goodland; brother, Kenneth&nbsp;Kibel
 of Montrose, CO; brother, Paul Gavin of Black Forest, CO; 17 
&nbsp;grandchildren and 65 great grandchildren; and many other family and 
friends.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to Tillie Smith Memorial Fund and may be 
left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 
278, Goodland, KS 67735. &nbsp;For information and condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Tillie-Smith">HERE</a> for service details.

Tillie L. Smith

Florence M. Headley, 88, died Thursday, February 18, 2021, at her home in Hanston.

She was born August 31, 1932, at Bird City, Kansas the daughter of 
George Henry and Mayme Gertrude (Amack) Theye. A Hanston resident for 
over 25 years, formerly of Dodge City and Colby, she was a homemaker and
 also worked in the laundry department in nursing homes. She enjoyed 
crossword puzzles and word searches.

On August 30, 1952, she married John L. Headley at McDonald, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 26, 2010.

Survivors include: 2 sons, Leroy Headley, Hanston, Kansas, and Roger 
Headley, Bentonville, Arkansas; 4 daughters, Helen Hoover and husband 
Ronnie, La Crosse, Kansas, Karen Keazer, Marshall, Minnesota, Joyce 
Towey, Colby, Kansas and Sharon McCormick and husband Marvin, Mankato, 
Kansas; 22 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; numerous 
great-great grandchildren and her dog, Little Bit.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, 2 grandsons, 5 
brothers, Louis, Ralph, Calvin, Walter, and George Theye, 6 sisters, 
Viola Pyle, Bertha Culipher, Gertrude Zamey, Geraldine Espinoza, Marie 
Hicks, and Louise Johnson.

Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the 
Beulah Cemetery, Colby, Kansas with Pastor Ben Meyer officiating. 
Visitation will be Monday from noon to 8:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, Dodge City.

The family suggests memorials to Florence Headley Memorial Fund to be
 designated at a later date in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 
14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Florence M. Headley, 88, died Thursday, February 18, 2021, at her home in Hanston.She was born August 31, 1932, at Bird City, Kansas the daughter of 
George Henry and Mayme Gertrude (Amack) Theye. A Hanston resident for 
over 25 years, formerly of Dodge City and Colby, she was a homemaker and
 also worked in the laundry department in nursing homes. She enjoyed 
crossword puzzles and word searches.On August 30, 1952, she married John L. Headley at McDonald, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 26, 2010.Survivors include: 2 sons, Leroy Headley, Hanston, Kansas, and Roger 
Headley, Bentonville, Arkansas; 4 daughters, Helen Hoover and husband 
Ronnie, La Crosse, Kansas, Karen Keazer, Marshall, Minnesota, Joyce 
Towey, Colby, Kansas and Sharon McCormick and husband Marvin, Mankato, 
Kansas; 22 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; numerous 
great-great grandchildren and her dog, Little Bit.She was also preceded in death by her parents, 2 grandsons, 5 
brothers, Louis, Ralph, Calvin, Walter, and George Theye, 6 sisters, 
Viola Pyle, Bertha Culipher, Gertrude Zamey, Geraldine Espinoza, Marie 
Hicks, and Louise Johnson.Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the 
Beulah Cemetery, Colby, Kansas with Pastor Ben Meyer officiating. 
Visitation will be Monday from noon to 8:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, Dodge City.The family suggests memorials to Florence Headley Memorial Fund to be
 designated at a later date in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 
14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Florence M. Headley

Eugene Leon “Bear” Harkness, age 76, died on Thursday, February 18, 
2021, at his home in Leoti, Kansas. he was born on October 6, 1944, in 
Scott City, Kansas, the son of Elmer and Clara Moore Harkness.

He was a lifetime resident of Leoti, Kansas and worked as a farmer. 
He was a member of the Baptist faith. He loved to show compassion to the
 local animals.

Survivors include his brothers; Charles Harkness of Oak Grove, 
Missouri, Jerry Harkness (Glenda) of Leoti, Kansas, Tony Harkness 
(Darlene) of Leoti, Kansas, his sister Rita Perry (Don) of Leoti, 
Kansas, and numerous nieces, nephews, and numerous great nieces and 
great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lula Geyer Holland one great niece Kristina White.

Visitation will be from 2:00 until 8:00 pm on Sunday, February 21, 
2021 and 10:00 until 12:00 on Monday February 22, 2021 at Price &amp; 
Sons Funeral Home of Leoti.

Graveside services will be held at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, 
Kansas on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 2:00 pm. with Rev. Tod Anthony 
presiding. Services will be streamed live on Facebook at Price and Sons 
Funeral Home page (www.facebook.com/priceandsons) starting at 1:55 p.m.

Memorials can be made to the Leoti EMTs/Fire Department in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161 Leoti, Kansas 67861.

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 </figure>Eugene Leon “Bear” Harkness, age 76, died on Thursday, February 18, 
2021, at his home in Leoti, Kansas. he was born on October 6, 1944, in 
Scott City, Kansas, the son of Elmer and Clara Moore Harkness.He was a lifetime resident of Leoti, Kansas and worked as a farmer. 
He was a member of the Baptist faith. He loved to show compassion to the
 local animals.Survivors include his brothers; Charles Harkness of Oak Grove, 
Missouri, Jerry Harkness (Glenda) of Leoti, Kansas, Tony Harkness 
(Darlene) of Leoti, Kansas, his sister Rita Perry (Don) of Leoti, 
Kansas, and numerous nieces, nephews, and numerous great nieces and 
great nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lula Geyer Holland one great niece Kristina White.Visitation will be from 2:00 until 8:00 pm on Sunday, February 21, 
2021 and 10:00 until 12:00 on Monday February 22, 2021 at Price &amp; 
Sons Funeral Home of Leoti.Graveside services will be held at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, 
Kansas on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 2:00 pm. with Rev. Tod Anthony 
presiding. Services will be streamed live on Facebook at Price and Sons 
Funeral Home page (www.facebook.com/priceandsons) starting at 1:55 p.m.Interment will be at the Leoti Cemetery.Memorials can be made to the Leoti EMTs/Fire Department in care of 
Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box 161 Leoti, Kansas 67861.

Eugene Leon 'Bear' Harkness

Anthony “Lyle” Toepfer, 92, Hays, died Friday, February 19, 2021, at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

He was born November 5, 1928, in Hays, 
the son of William A. and Celestine F. (Kuhn) Toepfer.&nbsp; In 1946, he 
graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy.&nbsp; On June 16, 1948, he was 
united in marriage to Mary Alice Clark at St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Hays, and they celebrated 65 years of marriage before she preceded him 
in death on August 9, 2013.&nbsp; He was an accountant and IT specialist at 
Midwest Energy for many years.&nbsp; Lyle was a longtime member of St. Joseph
 Catholic Church and a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 
Hays Area Jaycees, Knights of Columbus, Hays High Plains Barbershop, 
SPEBSQSA, and sang in the St. Joseph Church choir for 40 years.&nbsp; He was 
an avid bowler, became an avid golfer after his retirement, and loved 
spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Survivors include five sons: Bill 
Toepfer and wife Mary of Shawnee, Philip Toepfer and wife Laurie of 
Hays, Fr. John Toepfer, OFM Cap. of Colorado Springs, CO, Mark Toepfer 
and wife Sandy of Columbia, IL, and Patrick Toepfer and wife Stacy of 
Hays, a daughter-in-law: Mary M. Toepfer of Hays, 20 grandchildren, 22 
great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife Mary Alice, a son: Tom Toepfer, a daughter: Kathleen 
C. Toepfer, five brothers: Irvin, Vernon, William Jr., Robert, and Larry
 Toepfer, and five sisters: Lillian Ward, Mildred Ruder, Laura Mae 
Dinges, Cecilia Bickle, and Janet Toepfer.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
with Fr. John Toepfer, OFM Cap. and Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial
 will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm 
until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at Hays
 Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 
7:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be made payable 
to: The Capuchins.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Lyle may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Anthony “Lyle” Toepfer, 92, Hays, died Friday, February 19, 2021, at Hays Good Samaritan Society.He was born November 5, 1928, in Hays, 
the son of William A. and Celestine F. (Kuhn) Toepfer.&nbsp; In 1946, he 
graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy.&nbsp; On June 16, 1948, he was 
united in marriage to Mary Alice Clark at St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Hays, and they celebrated 65 years of marriage before she preceded him 
in death on August 9, 2013.&nbsp; He was an accountant and IT specialist at 
Midwest Energy for many years.&nbsp; Lyle was a longtime member of St. Joseph
 Catholic Church and a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 
Hays Area Jaycees, Knights of Columbus, Hays High Plains Barbershop, 
SPEBSQSA, and sang in the St. Joseph Church choir for 40 years.&nbsp; He was 
an avid bowler, became an avid golfer after his retirement, and loved 
spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.Survivors include five sons: Bill 
Toepfer and wife Mary of Shawnee, Philip Toepfer and wife Laurie of 
Hays, Fr. John Toepfer, OFM Cap. of Colorado Springs, CO, Mark Toepfer 
and wife Sandy of Columbia, IL, and Patrick Toepfer and wife Stacy of 
Hays, a daughter-in-law: Mary M. Toepfer of Hays, 20 grandchildren, 22 
great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife Mary Alice, a son: Tom Toepfer, a daughter: Kathleen 
C. Toepfer, five brothers: Irvin, Vernon, William Jr., Robert, and Larry
 Toepfer, and five sisters: Lillian Ward, Mildred Ruder, Laura Mae 
Dinges, Cecilia Bickle, and Janet Toepfer.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
with Fr. John Toepfer, OFM Cap. and Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial
 will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm 
until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at Hays
 Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 
7:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable 
to: The Capuchins.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Lyle may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Anthony 'Lyle' Toepfer

Rodney R. Gibbs, 61, passed away February 18, 2021 at St. Catherine Hospital, Garden City, KS.

He was born February 20, 1959 in Dodge City, the son of Frank R. and 
Opal J. Corey Gibbs.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he worked for David 
Berger, was a truck driver and had a lawn mowing business.

He was of the Methodist faith and was a member of the American Legion, Jetmore.

Survivors include: father, Frank R. Gibbs, Jetmore and numerous cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Opal J. Gibbs; brother, Larry Law; niece, Kristi Hatfield and a&nbsp; nephew, Monty Law.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial graveside will be 2 p.m. 
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, with Rev. 
Mark Durham presiding. Service will be viewable via Facebook live at 
www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 
p.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore

Memorials may be given to American Legion, Jetmore in care of 
Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp; Condolences may be 
left at <a href="http://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com">www.beckwithfuneralhome.com</a>.

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 </figure>Rodney R. Gibbs, 61, passed away February 18, 2021 at St. Catherine Hospital, Garden City, KS.He was born February 20, 1959 in Dodge City, the son of Frank R. and 
Opal J. Corey Gibbs.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he worked for David 
Berger, was a truck driver and had a lawn mowing business.He was of the Methodist faith and was a member of the American Legion, Jetmore.Survivors include: father, Frank R. Gibbs, Jetmore and numerous cousins.He was preceded in death by his mother, Opal J. Gibbs; brother, Larry Law; niece, Kristi Hatfield and a&nbsp; nephew, Monty Law.Cremation has taken place and a memorial graveside will be 2 p.m. 
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, with Rev. 
Mark Durham presiding. Service will be viewable via Facebook live at 
www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 
p.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Beckwith Funeral Home, JetmoreMemorials may be given to American Legion, Jetmore in care of 
Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp; Condolences may be 
left at <a href="http://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com">www.beckwithfuneralhome.com</a>.

Rodney R. Gibbs

March 25, 1944 ~ February 18, 2021

An obituary is pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

March 25, 1944 ~ February 18, 2021An obituary is pending with Bateman Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Tillie-Smith">HERE</a> for service details.

Marion F. Roadhouse, 79, peacefully departed this life on February 
16th at Osborne County Memorial Hospital. &nbsp;He was born to Margueritte 
(Roenne)&nbsp;&amp; Charles E. Roadhouse on April 4th, 1941 in rural 
Bloomington, KS. &nbsp;He completed grade school at the Bloomington rural 
elementary school. He graduated from Osborne High School in 1959. &nbsp;In 
1960, he married Dianne Griffing in rural Smith County. &nbsp;He spent a 
summer traveling with a harvest crew and was hired by a construction 
company and moved to Johnson, KS for 5 months working on a building 
project. &nbsp;The couple moved back to Osborne and he worked for Midway Coop
 for 16 years. &nbsp;In 1978, he started his own consruction company, 
Roadhouse Construction, and continued working until he suffered a stroke
 in February 2014 and was unable to work. &nbsp;Since his stroke, Marion was 
able to live in the comfort of his home with his loving wife for the 
last 7 years.

He was a member of St. Aloysius Gonzaga Catholic Church of Osborne, 
KS. &nbsp;Marion devoted his life to his family and work. &nbsp;Marion took a lot 
of pride in the quality of his work, making sure everything was done to 
perfecton. &nbsp;He was always the first to step up and help when his family 
was in need. &nbsp;He enjoyed being able to spend time with his 
grandchildren, who called him "Papa", loved to laugh and talk 
construction. &nbsp;He could rarely be found sitting still as he always had a
 list of projects to do. &nbsp;Even after the stroke took his ability to 
speak, Marion developed his own way of communicating to make sure things
 were done right. &nbsp;Marion loved his dog, Chewie, who was always by his 
side.

Marion is survived by his wife of 60 years, of the home; children 
Brad Roadhouse and wife Suzanne of Osborne, KS, Kim Adams of Osborne, 
Karalee Nichols and Chris, and Kraig Roadhouse and Crystal; sisters 
Phyllis Arnold of Alton, Ks. and Violent Junk of Osborne; 10 
grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He
 was preceded in death by his parents, brother Charles Roadhouse, two 
brother-in-laws, and one great grandchild.

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

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 </figure>Marion F. Roadhouse, 79, peacefully departed this life on February 
16th at Osborne County Memorial Hospital. &nbsp;He was born to Margueritte 
(Roenne)&nbsp;&amp; Charles E. Roadhouse on April 4th, 1941 in rural 
Bloomington, KS. &nbsp;He completed grade school at the Bloomington rural 
elementary school. He graduated from Osborne High School in 1959. &nbsp;In 
1960, he married Dianne Griffing in rural Smith County. &nbsp;He spent a 
summer traveling with a harvest crew and was hired by a construction 
company and moved to Johnson, KS for 5 months working on a building 
project. &nbsp;The couple moved back to Osborne and he worked for Midway Coop
 for 16 years. &nbsp;In 1978, he started his own consruction company, 
Roadhouse Construction, and continued working until he suffered a stroke
 in February 2014 and was unable to work. &nbsp;Since his stroke, Marion was 
able to live in the comfort of his home with his loving wife for the 
last 7 years.He was a member of St. Aloysius Gonzaga Catholic Church of Osborne, 
KS. &nbsp;Marion devoted his life to his family and work. &nbsp;Marion took a lot 
of pride in the quality of his work, making sure everything was done to 
perfecton. &nbsp;He was always the first to step up and help when his family 
was in need. &nbsp;He enjoyed being able to spend time with his 
grandchildren, who called him "Papa", loved to laugh and talk 
construction. &nbsp;He could rarely be found sitting still as he always had a
 list of projects to do. &nbsp;Even after the stroke took his ability to 
speak, Marion developed his own way of communicating to make sure things
 were done right. &nbsp;Marion loved his dog, Chewie, who was always by his 
side.Marion is survived by his wife of 60 years, of the home; children 
Brad Roadhouse and wife Suzanne of Osborne, KS, Kim Adams of Osborne, 
Karalee Nichols and Chris, and Kraig Roadhouse and Crystal; sisters 
Phyllis Arnold of Alton, Ks. and Violent Junk of Osborne; 10 
grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He
 was preceded in death by his parents, brother Charles Roadhouse, two 
brother-in-laws, and one great grandchild.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Marion-Roadhouse">HERE</a> for service details.

Marion F. Roadhouse

Mary Louise Moyers, 98, longtime resident of Hays, died Thursday, February 18, 2021, at Main Street Manor in Russell.

She was born August 5, 1922, in 
Pennsboro, West Virginia, the daughter of John A. and Macy M. Farley.&nbsp; 
She attended and graduated from the Pennsboro public schools.&nbsp; Louise 
graduated from the DeSalle School of Nursing of St. Mary’s Hospital in 
Clarksburg, West Virginia.&nbsp; After graduation, she served as surgical 
nurse, emergency nurse, and later as Night Supervisor.&nbsp; On August 25, 
1948, she was united in marriage to Edwin Moyers in Clarksburg, West 
Virginia, and they celebrated nearly 53 years of marriage before he 
preceded her in death on August 20, 2001.&nbsp; They started their life 
together in Fayette, Missouri where she worked as a nurse in the area 
hospital.&nbsp; After moving to Kingsville, Texas, she worked as a nurse in 
the Kleberg Hospital in Kingsville, and later as a school nurse and 
county school nurse on the King Ranch.&nbsp; When they moved to Hays in 1959,
 she worked at Hadley Hospital, serving the last twenty years prior to 
retirement as Head of the Psychological Floor.&nbsp; Her memberships included
 Hays First United Methodist Church, the Century Club, Hays Lioness 
Club, and the Hadley Nurse’s Club.&nbsp; She loved her work as a nurse, 
listening to her husband play music as a professor of music and symphony
 member at FHSU, attending Tiger football and basketball games, overseas
 travel, her grandchildren, and her pet poodles.

Survivors include her two sons: Michael
 Moyers of Shanghai, China and Randal Moyers and wife Lorrie of Great 
Bend, KS, and five grandchildren: Justin, Alexander, Nicholas, Macy, and
 Abbie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edwin, and her sister Bernice.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on
 Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with 
Rev. Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; 
The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 on Wednesday 
at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to: Hays First 
United Methodist Church or to FHSU Foundation for the Edwin Moyers 
Music-String Memorial Scholarship.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Louise 
may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Mary Louise Moyers, 98, longtime resident of Hays, died Thursday, February 18, 2021, at Main Street Manor in Russell.She was born August 5, 1922, in 
Pennsboro, West Virginia, the daughter of John A. and Macy M. Farley.&nbsp; 
She attended and graduated from the Pennsboro public schools.&nbsp; Louise 
graduated from the DeSalle School of Nursing of St. Mary’s Hospital in 
Clarksburg, West Virginia.&nbsp; After graduation, she served as surgical 
nurse, emergency nurse, and later as Night Supervisor.&nbsp; On August 25, 
1948, she was united in marriage to Edwin Moyers in Clarksburg, West 
Virginia, and they celebrated nearly 53 years of marriage before he 
preceded her in death on August 20, 2001.&nbsp; They started their life 
together in Fayette, Missouri where she worked as a nurse in the area 
hospital.&nbsp; After moving to Kingsville, Texas, she worked as a nurse in 
the Kleberg Hospital in Kingsville, and later as a school nurse and 
county school nurse on the King Ranch.&nbsp; When they moved to Hays in 1959,
 she worked at Hadley Hospital, serving the last twenty years prior to 
retirement as Head of the Psychological Floor.&nbsp; Her memberships included
 Hays First United Methodist Church, the Century Club, Hays Lioness 
Club, and the Hadley Nurse’s Club.&nbsp; She loved her work as a nurse, 
listening to her husband play music as a professor of music and symphony
 member at FHSU, attending Tiger football and basketball games, overseas
 travel, her grandchildren, and her pet poodles.Survivors include her two sons: Michael
 Moyers of Shanghai, China and Randal Moyers and wife Lorrie of Great 
Bend, KS, and five grandchildren: Justin, Alexander, Nicholas, Macy, and
 Abbie.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edwin, and her sister Bernice.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on
 Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with 
Rev. Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery.&nbsp; 
The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 on Wednesday 
at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to: Hays First 
United Methodist Church or to FHSU Foundation for the Edwin Moyers 
Music-String Memorial Scholarship.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Louise 
may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Mary Louise Moyers

Phillipsburg resident Phylis F. Reeves passed away Tuesday, February 
16, 2021, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 
98.

She was born November 6, 1922, in Smith Center, Kansas, the daughter of Vern V. and Nettie F. (Churchill) Albrecht.

She was united in marriage to Dale I. Reeves on November 10, 1944, in 
Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on April 11, 2011.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, sisters Katie and Nita; and a daughter Barbara Whittaker.

Survivors include her daughter Connie Price of Phillipsburg; a 
grandson Jerry Whittaker and wife Marjorie of Falls Church, VA; a great 
grandson Jackson “Jack” Whittaker; a sister Mary Swander of Salina, KS; 
and nieces and nephews.

Cremation was planned and a memorial services will be held at a later date.

Phillipsburg resident Phylis F. Reeves passed away Tuesday, February 
16, 2021, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 
98.She was born November 6, 1922, in Smith Center, Kansas, the daughter of Vern V. and Nettie F. (Churchill) Albrecht.She was united in marriage to Dale I. Reeves on November 10, 1944, in 
Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on April 11, 2011.She was also preceded in death by her parents, sisters Katie and Nita; and a daughter Barbara Whittaker.Survivors include her daughter Connie Price of Phillipsburg; a 
grandson Jerry Whittaker and wife Marjorie of Falls Church, VA; a great 
grandson Jackson “Jack” Whittaker; a sister Mary Swander of Salina, KS; 
and nieces and nephews.Cremation was planned and a memorial services will be held at a later date.

Phylis F. Reeves

Michael G. Cavenee, 67, of Atwood, died Thursday, February 11, 2021. He 
was born November 9, 1953, in Scott City, KS, to Gordon and Sandra 
(Notestine) Cavenee. Michael graduated from Greeley County High School 
in 1971 and attended Goodland Vo-Tech. He served in the United States 
Army for two years and then worked as a licensed electrician for a 
couple of years after. Michael then managed the Goodland Airport and 
worked at Air Midwest in Evansville, Indiana. The remainder of his 
professional career was carried out as a Train Engineer (His true 
passion), finishing up as an Amtrack Engineer the last 5 years of his 
career. On May 5, 1979, Michael married Kim Fritsch and to this union 
two children were born. In his younger years Michael enjoyed water 
skiing and snow skiing. He also enjoyed working on cars and machinery. 
John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten 
Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have 
everlasting life.” 
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, sister Meredith Johnson and brother-in-law Steve Graber. 
He is survived by his children, Amber (Jonathan) Timm, of Atwood and 
Brandon (Tasha) Cavenee, of Atwood; wife Katherine Woodward; brother 
Mark (Nancy) Cavenee, of Tribune; sisters, Michelle (Tom) Ballah, of 
Leoti, KS, Mellanie Graber, of Manhattan, KS and Marci (Dennis) 
Hillhouse, of Shawnee Mission, KS and 6 grandchildren, Kennedy and Mason
 Timm and Shay, Kendall, Merrick and Bristol Cavenee. 
A Memorial Service will take place at a later date. Baalmann Mortuary is
 handling the arrangements. 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>Michael G. Cavenee, 67, of Atwood, died Thursday, February 11, 2021. He 
was born November 9, 1953, in Scott City, KS, to Gordon and Sandra 
(Notestine) Cavenee. Michael graduated from Greeley County High School 
in 1971 and attended Goodland Vo-Tech. He served in the United States 
Army for two years and then worked as a licensed electrician for a 
couple of years after. Michael then managed the Goodland Airport and 
worked at Air Midwest in Evansville, Indiana. The remainder of his 
professional career was carried out as a Train Engineer (His true 
passion), finishing up as an Amtrack Engineer the last 5 years of his 
career. On May 5, 1979, Michael married Kim Fritsch and to this union 
two children were born. In his younger years Michael enjoyed water 
skiing and snow skiing. He also enjoyed working on cars and machinery. 
John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten 
Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have 
everlasting life.” 
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, sister Meredith Johnson and brother-in-law Steve Graber. 
He is survived by his children, Amber (Jonathan) Timm, of Atwood and 
Brandon (Tasha) Cavenee, of Atwood; wife Katherine Woodward; brother 
Mark (Nancy) Cavenee, of Tribune; sisters, Michelle (Tom) Ballah, of 
Leoti, KS, Mellanie Graber, of Manhattan, KS and Marci (Dennis) 
Hillhouse, of Shawnee Mission, KS and 6 grandchildren, Kennedy and Mason
 Timm and Shay, Kendall, Merrick and Bristol Cavenee. 
A Memorial Service will take place at a later date. Baalmann Mortuary is
 handling the arrangements. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Michael G. Cavenee

Paul Deines passed away on February 17, 2021, at Trego County-Lemke 
Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas, at the age of 98. He was born on 
February 12, 1923, to David and Elizabeth (Dietz) Deines on the family 
homestead in rural Barton County near Galatia, Kansas. 
 Paul attended school in Galatia until his family moved to Trego 
County in 1939. He graduated from Trego Community High School with the 
Class of 1940. He then attended Barton County Community College where he
 took business classes for one year before returning to work on the 
family farm. Paul married Helen Fabrizius on January 21, 1945 at Zion 
Lutheran Church, Trego Center. They were blessed with two children, 
Elizabeth Ann and Mark David.
 Paul spent his working years farming and ranching. He was a member 
of Zion Lutheran Church where he was the financial secretary and served 
on the church council for many years. He was a lifetime member of the 
American Historical Society of Germans from Russia International, and a 
charter member of the Sunflower Chapter of Hays.
 Left to cherish Paul’s memories are his daughter, Elizabeth and 
husband Richard Deines of Trego County; two grandchildren, Emily Deines 
of Overland Park, Kansas and Brent Deines of WaKeeney; two 
great-grandchildren, Emma Deines and Aaliyah Deines; and many nieces and
 nephews.
 Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; son, Mark David 
Deines; and siblings, Marie Wilhelm, Tabea Fabrizius, Louis Deines, 
Herbert Deines, Racheal Fabrizius, Ella Fabrizius, and Emil Deines.
 A funeral service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church at Trego 
Center on Monday, February 22, 2021, at 10:30 am. Burial will follow at 
the church cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 
Zion.
 In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church 
or Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740.

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 </figure>Paul Deines passed away on February 17, 2021, at Trego County-Lemke 
Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas, at the age of 98. He was born on 
February 12, 1923, to David and Elizabeth (Dietz) Deines on the family 
homestead in rural Barton County near Galatia, Kansas. 
 Paul attended school in Galatia until his family moved to Trego 
County in 1939. He graduated from Trego Community High School with the 
Class of 1940. He then attended Barton County Community College where he
 took business classes for one year before returning to work on the 
family farm. Paul married Helen Fabrizius on January 21, 1945 at Zion 
Lutheran Church, Trego Center. They were blessed with two children, 
Elizabeth Ann and Mark David.
 Paul spent his working years farming and ranching. He was a member 
of Zion Lutheran Church where he was the financial secretary and served 
on the church council for many years. He was a lifetime member of the 
American Historical Society of Germans from Russia International, and a 
charter member of the Sunflower Chapter of Hays.
 Left to cherish Paul’s memories are his daughter, Elizabeth and 
husband Richard Deines of Trego County; two grandchildren, Emily Deines 
of Overland Park, Kansas and Brent Deines of WaKeeney; two 
great-grandchildren, Emma Deines and Aaliyah Deines; and many nieces and
 nephews.
 Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; son, Mark David 
Deines; and siblings, Marie Wilhelm, Tabea Fabrizius, Louis Deines, 
Herbert Deines, Racheal Fabrizius, Ella Fabrizius, and Emil Deines.
 A funeral service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church at Trego 
Center on Monday, February 22, 2021, at 10:30 am. Burial will follow at 
the church cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 
Zion.
 In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church 
or Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740.

Paul Deines

Marguerite Aileen Light, age 97, died February 2, 2021, in Villa Park, California. She was born October 26, 1923, the daughter of George and Hazel King in Fairbury, Nebraska. 
 Aileen graduated high school in 1941 from Phillipsburg, Kansas. She 
married the love of her life, James Light, together they raised two 
daughters, Diana and Nancy. She went on to earn a college degree from 
Asbury University in Kentucky and became a teacher. Aileen was an active
 member in her church. She loved God and her Family. She was a talented 
painter. She also loved to play the organ and make her own preserves. Survived by: 
 Grandchildren, Suzy McCasey and husband, Tim, Toni Baird, Jim Carter 
and wife, Shawna, Robert Hays and wife, Jennifer, and Kathy Kuhl and 
husband Bill. Son-in-laws, Michael Hays and Larry O’Handley. 10 Great grandchildren 13 Great, great grandchildren and Several nieces and nephews. Aileen was preceded in death by Both her parents, George and Hazel King Her husband, James Light Her daughters, Diana Hays and Nancy O’Handley Son-in-law, Tom Carter Her brothers, Dean King and Wayne King Her sisters-in-law, Evelyn King and Pat King 
 Visitation will be at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Friday, February 26, 2021,&nbsp; at the Hornung Family Funeral Home 1212 W. 2nd Street Liberal, Kansas with graveside service to follow at Liberal Cemetery in Liberal. Memorial donations suggested to the American Heart Association, <a href="http://www.heart.org" target="_blank">www.heart.org</a>. Condolences may be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.hornungfuneralhome.com" target="_blank">www.hornungfuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>Marguerite Aileen Light, age 97, died February 2, 2021, in Villa Park, California. She was born October 26, 1923, the daughter of George and Hazel King in Fairbury, Nebraska. 
 Aileen graduated high school in 1941 from Phillipsburg, Kansas. She 
married the love of her life, James Light, together they raised two 
daughters, Diana and Nancy. She went on to earn a college degree from 
Asbury University in Kentucky and became a teacher. Aileen was an active
 member in her church. She loved God and her Family. She was a talented 
painter. She also loved to play the organ and make her own preserves. Survived by: 
 Grandchildren, Suzy McCasey and husband, Tim, Toni Baird, Jim Carter 
and wife, Shawna, Robert Hays and wife, Jennifer, and Kathy Kuhl and 
husband Bill. Son-in-laws, Michael Hays and Larry O’Handley. 10 Great grandchildren 13 Great, great grandchildren and Several nieces and nephews. Aileen was preceded in death by Both her parents, George and Hazel King Her husband, James Light Her daughters, Diana Hays and Nancy O’Handley Son-in-law, Tom Carter Her brothers, Dean King and Wayne King Her sisters-in-law, Evelyn King and Pat King 
 Visitation will be at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Friday, February 26, 2021,&nbsp; at the Hornung Family Funeral Home 1212 W. 2nd Street Liberal, Kansas with graveside service to follow at Liberal Cemetery in Liberal. Memorial donations suggested to the American Heart Association, <a href="http://www.heart.org" target="_blank">www.heart.org</a>. Condolences may be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.hornungfuneralhome.com" target="_blank">www.hornungfuneralhome.com</a>

Marguerite Aileen Light

Clara Ann Zimmerman, 84, of Oakley, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at 
the Logan County Hospital, in Oakley. She was born November 14, 1936, to
 Tony and Gertrude (Fellhoelter) Surmeier, at Angelus, Sheridan County, 
KS in the home of her grandparents, Henry and Theresa (Schumacher) 
Fellhoelter. Her paternal grandparents were Bill and Clara (Schulte) 
Surmeier, of Brighton, CO. She graduated from Oakley High School in 1954
 with high honors. On November 8, 1955, Clara married Ralph Zimmerman, 
and to this union, five children were born. Clara enjoyed sewing and 
baking, and was a square-dancing leader. She served as a 4-H leader, CYO
 Sponsor, and was a member of the Altar Society. Clara especially loved 
supporting her grandchildren in all their activities. 
Ralph and Clara made their home on a farm south of Grinnell. Clara 
worked hard milking cows, gardening, helping with farming and chores, 
baking, and sewing. She designed and made her wedding dress, as well as 
her daughters, and many bridesmaid dresses. Many youth would spend time 
at the farm making memories. A favorite was Clara’s homemade french 
fries (sometimes even for breakfast). Clara created her own recipe for 
cinnamon bread which remains the grandkids' favorite. Ralph and Clara 
hosted many Totus Tuus leaders and always made sure they felt welcomed. 
It brought Clara great joy to use her God given talents to create 
personalized gifts and do altering for others. Ralph and Clara always 
enjoyed playing cards or games with anyone that would visit. 
Clara was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Theresa Surmeier and Alvin Surmeier. 
She is survived by her husband Ralph, of Oakley; children, Ron (Steph) 
Zimmerman, of Hays, KS, Ray Zimmerman, of Calhan, CO, Randall (Stef) 
Zimmerman, of Junction City, KS, Barb (Kyle) Hemmert, of Oakley, KS and 
Joan (Daniel) Schultz, of Grainfield, KS; 16 grandchildren, Travis, 
Eric, Shawn, R.J., B.J., Ty, Rylee and Tate Zimmerman, Rindi Guldner, 
Bailey Shalberg, Brooke Heiman, Kenzie Carlgren, Kade and Kolt Hemmert, 
Zoe and Livia Schultz; 23 great grandchildren, Elijah, Juli, Alyse, 
Mason, Ben, Brady, Boston, Jadyn, Paisley, Aubrey, Brinley, Ezra, 
Kaycee, Karter, Kamron, Benny and Violet Zimmerman, Caeden, Kayleigh and
 Callen Guldner, Slade and Sutton Shalberg, John Paul Carlgren, and 
Banks Heiman; siblings, Henry (Sharon) Surmeier, Springfield, OR, Fr. 
Bill Surmeier, Hays, KS and Tony Surmeier, Colby, KS and special niece, 
Brandy (Chris) Becker and children, Lauryn, Taelyr and Kamryn. 
Visitation is 4-6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 21, 2021, at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church, Oakley, with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is 10:00
 a.m. Monday, February 22, 2021, at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph School or Logan 
County Hospital and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Clara Ann Zimmerman, 84, of Oakley, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at 
the Logan County Hospital, in Oakley. She was born November 14, 1936, to
 Tony and Gertrude (Fellhoelter) Surmeier, at Angelus, Sheridan County, 
KS in the home of her grandparents, Henry and Theresa (Schumacher) 
Fellhoelter. Her paternal grandparents were Bill and Clara (Schulte) 
Surmeier, of Brighton, CO. She graduated from Oakley High School in 1954
 with high honors. On November 8, 1955, Clara married Ralph Zimmerman, 
and to this union, five children were born. Clara enjoyed sewing and 
baking, and was a square-dancing leader. She served as a 4-H leader, CYO
 Sponsor, and was a member of the Altar Society. Clara especially loved 
supporting her grandchildren in all their activities. 
Ralph and Clara made their home on a farm south of Grinnell. Clara 
worked hard milking cows, gardening, helping with farming and chores, 
baking, and sewing. She designed and made her wedding dress, as well as 
her daughters, and many bridesmaid dresses. Many youth would spend time 
at the farm making memories. A favorite was Clara’s homemade french 
fries (sometimes even for breakfast). Clara created her own recipe for 
cinnamon bread which remains the grandkids' favorite. Ralph and Clara 
hosted many Totus Tuus leaders and always made sure they felt welcomed. 
It brought Clara great joy to use her God given talents to create 
personalized gifts and do altering for others. Ralph and Clara always 
enjoyed playing cards or games with anyone that would visit. 
Clara was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Theresa Surmeier and Alvin Surmeier. 
She is survived by her husband Ralph, of Oakley; children, Ron (Steph) 
Zimmerman, of Hays, KS, Ray Zimmerman, of Calhan, CO, Randall (Stef) 
Zimmerman, of Junction City, KS, Barb (Kyle) Hemmert, of Oakley, KS and 
Joan (Daniel) Schultz, of Grainfield, KS; 16 grandchildren, Travis, 
Eric, Shawn, R.J., B.J., Ty, Rylee and Tate Zimmerman, Rindi Guldner, 
Bailey Shalberg, Brooke Heiman, Kenzie Carlgren, Kade and Kolt Hemmert, 
Zoe and Livia Schultz; 23 great grandchildren, Elijah, Juli, Alyse, 
Mason, Ben, Brady, Boston, Jadyn, Paisley, Aubrey, Brinley, Ezra, 
Kaycee, Karter, Kamron, Benny and Violet Zimmerman, Caeden, Kayleigh and
 Callen Guldner, Slade and Sutton Shalberg, John Paul Carlgren, and 
Banks Heiman; siblings, Henry (Sharon) Surmeier, Springfield, OR, Fr. 
Bill Surmeier, Hays, KS and Tony Surmeier, Colby, KS and special niece, 
Brandy (Chris) Becker and children, Lauryn, Taelyr and Kamryn. 
Visitation is 4-6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 21, 2021, at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church, Oakley, with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass is 10:00
 a.m. Monday, February 22, 2021, at the church, with burial in the 
church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph School or Logan 
County Hospital and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
204, Oakley, KS 67748. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Clara Ann Zimmerman

Clarence J. Morris, also known as Arkie and Coach Morris, age 85, died 
Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Stanton County Hospital in Johnson, 
Kansas. He was born April 20, 1935, in Guymon, Oklahoma, the son of 
Clarence “Chuck” and Hazel (Amen) Morris. 
Arkie graduated from Stanton County High School. He continued his 
education at Garden City Community College then transferred to Fort Hays 
State University. He enjoyed sports and lettered every year in 
football, basketball and track. Arkie married Emeryl Windmill on July 
25, 1953, in Johnson. Arkie was a coach, teacher, and bus driver for 
USD 452. In his 39 years as an educator and coach at Stanton County 
High School, he was one of the most successful cross country and track 
coaches in Kansas High School history. Among his accomplishments are; 
the Hall of Fame 2003 Teacher and Coach, State Competition KSHSAA: Boys 
and Girls Track, Boys and Girls Cross Country, and Boys Basketball 
earning 30 State Championships, 24 State Runner-ups, 18 Third-place 
finishes, KCA Coach of the Year six times, NFICA District V: National 
Coach of the Year 1984-1991-1997. He also worked for Stanton County 
Recreation and ran the swimming pool for 46 years. Even with all these 
accomplishments and accolades, Arkie loved his kids and grandkids and 
considered them his greatest accomplishment. In his retirement, Arkie 
and Emeryl were able to purchase property at Canton Lake and had the 
opportunity to spend a lot of time there with family and friends, where 
they enjoyed boating and fishing. Arkie enjoyed traveling and time 
spent with lifelong friends, Coach Ed Royalty and wife, Dorothy. 
Arkie is survived by his children, Leilah Butt and husband Vernon of 
Manter, Larry Morris and wife Trish of Johnson, Doug Morris and wife 
Natasha of Lamar, Colorado, and Brenda Wolf and husband Troy of Johnson;
 brother, Mearl Morris of Johnson; sisters, Betty Barber of Johnson, and
 Judy Figgins and husband Jay of Longdale, Oklahoma; nine grandchildren;
 and 15 great-grandchildren. 
Arkie is preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Hazel; wife, Emeryl; and sister, Joyce Bezona. 
Private funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 22, 2021,
 at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson with Pastor Mary 
Courtney officiating. The funeral service will be live streamed on 
Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. A public interment will follow at 
the Stanton County Cemetery with Masonic Rites. The public is 
encouraged to wear masks and social distance. Visitation will be 2:00 pm
 – 8:00 PM on Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Garnand Funeral Home in 
Johnson. Memorial contributions may be given to the Stanton County 
Cross Country Team in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 715, Johnson,
 KS 67855.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Clarence J. Morris, also known as Arkie and Coach Morris, age 85, died 
Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at Stanton County Hospital in Johnson, 
Kansas. He was born April 20, 1935, in Guymon, Oklahoma, the son of 
Clarence “Chuck” and Hazel (Amen) Morris. 
Arkie graduated from Stanton County High School. He continued his 
education at Garden City Community College then transferred to Fort Hays 
State University. He enjoyed sports and lettered every year in 
football, basketball and track. Arkie married Emeryl Windmill on July 
25, 1953, in Johnson. Arkie was a coach, teacher, and bus driver for 
USD 452. In his 39 years as an educator and coach at Stanton County 
High School, he was one of the most successful cross country and track 
coaches in Kansas High School history. Among his accomplishments are; 
the Hall of Fame 2003 Teacher and Coach, State Competition KSHSAA: Boys 
and Girls Track, Boys and Girls Cross Country, and Boys Basketball 
earning 30 State Championships, 24 State Runner-ups, 18 Third-place 
finishes, KCA Coach of the Year six times, NFICA District V: National 
Coach of the Year 1984-1991-1997. He also worked for Stanton County 
Recreation and ran the swimming pool for 46 years. Even with all these 
accomplishments and accolades, Arkie loved his kids and grandkids and 
considered them his greatest accomplishment. In his retirement, Arkie 
and Emeryl were able to purchase property at Canton Lake and had the 
opportunity to spend a lot of time there with family and friends, where 
they enjoyed boating and fishing. Arkie enjoyed traveling and time 
spent with lifelong friends, Coach Ed Royalty and wife, Dorothy. 
Arkie is survived by his children, Leilah Butt and husband Vernon of 
Manter, Larry Morris and wife Trish of Johnson, Doug Morris and wife 
Natasha of Lamar, Colorado, and Brenda Wolf and husband Troy of Johnson;
 brother, Mearl Morris of Johnson; sisters, Betty Barber of Johnson, and
 Judy Figgins and husband Jay of Longdale, Oklahoma; nine grandchildren;
 and 15 great-grandchildren. 
Arkie is preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Hazel; wife, Emeryl; and sister, Joyce Bezona. 
Private funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 22, 2021,
 at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson with Pastor Mary 
Courtney officiating. The funeral service will be live streamed on 
Garnand Funeral Home Facebook page. A public interment will follow at 
the Stanton County Cemetery with Masonic Rites. The public is 
encouraged to wear masks and social distance. Visitation will be 2:00 pm
 – 8:00 PM on Sunday, February 21, 2021, at Garnand Funeral Home in 
Johnson. Memorial contributions may be given to the Stanton County 
Cross Country Team in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 715, Johnson,
 KS 67855.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Arkie Morris

John Ollie Tate Jr., 77, of Oberlin, KS passed away February 17, 2021 
at the Decatur County Hospital in Oberlin. He was born on September 12, 
1943 in Birmingham, AL to John Ollie, Sr. and Laura Estelle (Pennington)
 Tate. 
 John grew up in Birmingham, AL and was a 1961 Graduate of West End 
High School. He then went on to attend the University of Alabama and 
Colby Community College. He married Edith Marie Carlson on June 9, 1973 
in Estes Park, CO. Throughout his life, he has worked as an engineer, 
rancher, and prison guard. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing cards, 
gardening, reading, and collecting books and rocks. John also loved 
listening and singing to gospel music and volunteering with the Red 
Cross. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and often 
could be heard complimenting Edie. 
 John was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Walter Silas 
(Ann) Tate, Robert Earl Tate. He is survived by his wife, Edie of the 
home; children: Jon Austin (Tania) Tate of Gulf Breeze, FL, Jamey 
Christopher (Kimberly) Tate of Navarre, FL, Jay Elden Tate of Oberlin, 
KS, and Jaron Michael Tate of Ft. Collins, CO; sister, Judy Ann (Robert)
 Rumble; sister-in-law, Ellen Tate; 11 grandchildren: Connor Christine, 
Elizabeth Austin “Austin”, Cameron Alexis “Alli”, Aden Karlos, Dillon 
Mitchell, Jordan Kelsey, Abigail Marie, Noah Henry, Dakota Jade 
(Courtney Anne-Keely), Mollie Marie and Jessie Grace “Gracie”, and 2 
great grandchildren, Anna Shane Marie and John Ollie Patrick.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/John-Ollie-Tate-Jr?obId=20015361#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.&nbsp;

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 </figure>John Ollie Tate Jr., 77, of Oberlin, KS passed away February 17, 2021 
at the Decatur County Hospital in Oberlin. He was born on September 12, 
1943 in Birmingham, AL to John Ollie, Sr. and Laura Estelle (Pennington)
 Tate. 
 John grew up in Birmingham, AL and was a 1961 Graduate of West End 
High School. He then went on to attend the University of Alabama and 
Colby Community College. He married Edith Marie Carlson on June 9, 1973 
in Estes Park, CO. Throughout his life, he has worked as an engineer, 
rancher, and prison guard. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing cards, 
gardening, reading, and collecting books and rocks. John also loved 
listening and singing to gospel music and volunteering with the Red 
Cross. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family and often 
could be heard complimenting Edie. 
 John was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Walter Silas 
(Ann) Tate, Robert Earl Tate. He is survived by his wife, Edie of the 
home; children: Jon Austin (Tania) Tate of Gulf Breeze, FL, Jamey 
Christopher (Kimberly) Tate of Navarre, FL, Jay Elden Tate of Oberlin, 
KS, and Jaron Michael Tate of Ft. Collins, CO; sister, Judy Ann (Robert)
 Rumble; sister-in-law, Ellen Tate; 11 grandchildren: Connor Christine, 
Elizabeth Austin “Austin”, Cameron Alexis “Alli”, Aden Karlos, Dillon 
Mitchell, Jordan Kelsey, Abigail Marie, Noah Henry, Dakota Jade 
(Courtney Anne-Keely), Mollie Marie and Jessie Grace “Gracie”, and 2 
great grandchildren, Anna Shane Marie and John Ollie Patrick.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/John-Ollie-Tate-Jr?obId=20015361#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.&nbsp;

John Ollie Tate Jr.

On Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Manuel Palacio Sr., father of seven&nbsp; children, passed away at the age of 85. Manuel was born on February 19, 
1935, in Lamar, Colorado, to Domingo and Margaret (Godinez) Palacio.

Manuel was taken in by his Uncle Joe and Aunt Kate Saenz at a young 
age. He grew up to be a very skilled worker and took great pride in any 
work that he did. He excelled and found a passion for carpentry. He was 
part of a crew that would build homes in various cities. Manuel had a 
passion for woodworking, loved westerns, and football, especially the 
Broncos. He especially loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include, five siblings, Jeannie, Kathy, Bobby, Larry and 
John; five children, Loretta, Manuel, Jr., Frederick, Sr., Susan and 
Jeff; 38 grandchildren, 88 great grandchildren; 12 great great 
grandchildren; and many nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in 
death by his parents, Domingo and Margaret; three siblings, Sonny, 
Rosina and Frances; two sons, Ronny and Jesse; two grandsons, Michael 
and Mark; and two great grandchildren, Dominic and Michaela.

The family would like to thank everyone that took care of him in his 
time of need. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, 
February 25, 2021 and 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Friday, February 26, 
2021, with the family present, at Bryant Funeral Home. Rosary will be 
held at 12:30 p.m. followed by the service at 1:00 p.m. with Father Don 
Bedore presiding. &nbsp;Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Masks 
and social distancing are required. A public livestream of the service 
will be available under Manuel’s obituary at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>.

Memorials have been designated to the American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>On Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Manuel Palacio Sr., father of seven&nbsp; children, passed away at the age of 85. Manuel was born on February 19, 
1935, in Lamar, Colorado, to Domingo and Margaret (Godinez) Palacio.Manuel was taken in by his Uncle Joe and Aunt Kate Saenz at a young 
age. He grew up to be a very skilled worker and took great pride in any 
work that he did. He excelled and found a passion for carpentry. He was 
part of a crew that would build homes in various cities. Manuel had a 
passion for woodworking, loved westerns, and football, especially the 
Broncos. He especially loved spending time with his family.Survivors include, five siblings, Jeannie, Kathy, Bobby, Larry and 
John; five children, Loretta, Manuel, Jr., Frederick, Sr., Susan and 
Jeff; 38 grandchildren, 88 great grandchildren; 12 great great 
grandchildren; and many nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in 
death by his parents, Domingo and Margaret; three siblings, Sonny, 
Rosina and Frances; two sons, Ronny and Jesse; two grandsons, Michael 
and Mark; and two great grandchildren, Dominic and Michaela.The family would like to thank everyone that took care of him in his 
time of need. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, 
February 25, 2021 and 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Friday, February 26, 
2021, with the family present, at Bryant Funeral Home. Rosary will be 
held at 12:30 p.m. followed by the service at 1:00 p.m. with Father Don 
Bedore presiding. &nbsp;Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Masks 
and social distancing are required. A public livestream of the service 
will be available under Manuel’s obituary at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>. Memorials have been designated to the American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Manuel Palacio Sr.

Ronald Dee Bird, 89, passed away February 17, 2021 at Aldersgate Village Retirement Community, Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp;

Ron was born on November 19, 1931 to George W. and Ethel (Furbeck) Bird, Larned, Kansas.

On May 24, 1953 he married Edith Jane Roberson in Larned; she preceded him in death on September 28, 2019.

He is survived by his daughters, Rhonda (Bob) Wilson and Janet (Dan) 
Golightley of Topeka and Janell (Jim) Vineyard of Wichita, brother 
Gerald (Gloria) Bird of Radford, VA, eight grandchildren and 17 great 
grandchildren.&nbsp;

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, wife Edith Jane Bird, sister Marjorie Barnes, and granddaughter Heather Barrows.

Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Beckwith 
Mortuary Chapel, Larned with Pastor Damon Bradley presiding. Service 
will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021 
with family present from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Burial will be in 
Garfield Cemetery, Garfield.

Memorials may be given to the Welcome Inn Senior Center or First 
Christian Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 
67550.

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 </figure>Ronald Dee Bird, 89, passed away February 17, 2021 at Aldersgate Village Retirement Community, Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp;Ron was born on November 19, 1931 to George W. and Ethel (Furbeck) Bird, Larned, Kansas.On May 24, 1953 he married Edith Jane Roberson in Larned; she preceded him in death on September 28, 2019.He is survived by his daughters, Rhonda (Bob) Wilson and Janet (Dan) 
Golightley of Topeka and Janell (Jim) Vineyard of Wichita, brother 
Gerald (Gloria) Bird of Radford, VA, eight grandchildren and 17 great 
grandchildren.&nbsp;Ron was preceded in death by his parents, wife Edith Jane Bird, sister Marjorie Barnes, and granddaughter Heather Barrows.Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Beckwith 
Mortuary Chapel, Larned with Pastor Damon Bradley presiding. Service 
will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021 
with family present from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Burial will be in 
Garfield Cemetery, Garfield.Memorials may be given to the Welcome Inn Senior Center or First 
Christian Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 
67550.

Ronald Dee Bird

Jimmy
 Edward Florian passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the 
Wilson Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wilson, KS, at the age of 63. 
Jimmy was born to Charles and Vera (Warner) Florian on April 18, 1957 in
 Moundridge, Kansas.
 Jimmy held several jobs in his early life including CNA at the 
Wilson Nursing Home, Wilson Police Chief and EMT, and Ellsworth Hospital
 Central Supply Manager. He attended Fort Hays State College and earned 
his Bachelor’s Degree in social work and then took a position at the 
Department of Aging as a Social Worker in Salina, Kansas. After his 
retirement he worked part-time for Kenny Meitler as a clerk at the 
Sylvan Auction House. Later in life he had a debilitating fall that 
resulted in his moving into the Wilson Nursing Home in July of 2015. 
While in the nursing home he stayed busy with his faith and studies and 
earned a Masters of Divinity in 2020. He was a faith-filled man that 
loved to sing; he had the most beautiful baritone voice and sang at many
 funerals and for church services. Jim loved spending time talking with 
others and researching family ancestry.
 Left to cherish Jim’s memory are his siblings, Barbara (Gary) 
Scheuermann of Wilson, Jerry (Virginia) Florian of Wilson, Debbie 
(Terry) Whitmer of Wilson, and Jeff (Kim) Florian of Russell, KS; 16 
nieces and nephews; 23 great-nieces and nephews; and 5 
great-great-nieces and nephews.
 He joins in heaven, his parents, Charles and Eloise Florian; 
ex-wife, Jaunita Perez; nephews, David and Maxwell Florian, Garry 
Endsley, and Michael and Danny Whitmer.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 20, 
2021 at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Wilson starting at 10:30 
AM. A Visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral home from 2:00 PM
 until 8:00 PM with a Vigil Service and Knights of Columbus Rosary at 
7:00 PM and Family receiving friends from 5:30 PM until 7 PM. A private 
family graveside service will be held at a later date.
 Memorials have been suggested to Jimmy Florian Memorial Fund to help
 with funeral expenses and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

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 </figure>Jimmy
 Edward Florian passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the 
Wilson Care and Rehabilitation Center in Wilson, KS, at the age of 63. 
Jimmy was born to Charles and Vera (Warner) Florian on April 18, 1957 in
 Moundridge, Kansas.
 Jimmy held several jobs in his early life including CNA at the 
Wilson Nursing Home, Wilson Police Chief and EMT, and Ellsworth Hospital
 Central Supply Manager. He attended Fort Hays State College and earned 
his Bachelor’s Degree in social work and then took a position at the 
Department of Aging as a Social Worker in Salina, Kansas. After his 
retirement he worked part-time for Kenny Meitler as a clerk at the 
Sylvan Auction House. Later in life he had a debilitating fall that 
resulted in his moving into the Wilson Nursing Home in July of 2015. 
While in the nursing home he stayed busy with his faith and studies and 
earned a Masters of Divinity in 2020. He was a faith-filled man that 
loved to sing; he had the most beautiful baritone voice and sang at many
 funerals and for church services. Jim loved spending time talking with 
others and researching family ancestry.
 Left to cherish Jim’s memory are his siblings, Barbara (Gary) 
Scheuermann of Wilson, Jerry (Virginia) Florian of Wilson, Debbie 
(Terry) Whitmer of Wilson, and Jeff (Kim) Florian of Russell, KS; 16 
nieces and nephews; 23 great-nieces and nephews; and 5 
great-great-nieces and nephews.
 He joins in heaven, his parents, Charles and Eloise Florian; 
ex-wife, Jaunita Perez; nephews, David and Maxwell Florian, Garry 
Endsley, and Michael and Danny Whitmer.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 20, 
2021 at the St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Wilson starting at 10:30 
AM. A Visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral home from 2:00 PM
 until 8:00 PM with a Vigil Service and Knights of Columbus Rosary at 
7:00 PM and Family receiving friends from 5:30 PM until 7 PM. A private 
family graveside service will be held at a later date.
 Memorials have been suggested to Jimmy Florian Memorial Fund to help
 with funeral expenses and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

Jimmy Florian

Marjorie E. VanVleet, 93, of Goodland, Kansas passed away on Monday, 
February 15, 2021 at Topside Manor in Goodland.&nbsp; Marjorie was born on 
August 1, 1927 to Vivian and Martha (Kruger) Todd in Cheyenne County, 
Kansas.&nbsp;

On May 12, 1946, Marjorie married Charles M. VanVleet.&nbsp; They farmed 
north of Goodland until Charles’ death in 1996.&nbsp; Although Marjorie did 
not work outside of the home, she was a farmer’s wife which says it 
all.&nbsp;

After her husband’s death, Marjorie enjoyed playing cards and getting
 together with friends and family.&nbsp; She continued to enjoy gardening 
until just a few years ago.&nbsp; Marjorie was an accomplished seamstress.&nbsp; 
She sewed clothes for herself and her daughters and also sewed the 
wedding dresses and bridesmaid dresses for all three of her daughters.&nbsp; 
She then enjoyed sewing baby clothes and toddler outfits for her 
grandchildren.&nbsp;

Marjorie is survived by her children, Dennis VanVleet of Texas, Linda
 VanVleet of Idaho, Barbara (Jim) Waldman of Goodland, and Margaret 
Beierle of Idaho; brothers-in-law, Dale Thompson of Colorado, Ronald 
VanVleet of Goodland; sisters-in-laws, Emma VanVleet of Goodland, Wilma 
Blue of Utah, Esther Smith of Mississippi; seven grandchildren and 
fourteen great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings:&nbsp; 
Clinton, Leonard, Vida, Osa and Elaine; brothers-in-law, Richard 
VanVleet, Harold VanVleet, Merlin Blue, Otho Wilcher; sisters-in-law, 
Julie VanVleet and Patsy VanVleet.&nbsp; 
 
Due to Covid-19 virus, a private graveside service for immediate family was held on Thursday, February 18, 2021.&nbsp;

For online condolences and information:&nbsp; www.batemanfuneral.com

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 </figure>Marjorie E. VanVleet, 93, of Goodland, Kansas passed away on Monday, 
February 15, 2021 at Topside Manor in Goodland.&nbsp; Marjorie was born on 
August 1, 1927 to Vivian and Martha (Kruger) Todd in Cheyenne County, 
Kansas.&nbsp;On May 12, 1946, Marjorie married Charles M. VanVleet.&nbsp; They farmed 
north of Goodland until Charles’ death in 1996.&nbsp; Although Marjorie did 
not work outside of the home, she was a farmer’s wife which says it 
all.&nbsp;After her husband’s death, Marjorie enjoyed playing cards and getting
 together with friends and family.&nbsp; She continued to enjoy gardening 
until just a few years ago.&nbsp; Marjorie was an accomplished seamstress.&nbsp; 
She sewed clothes for herself and her daughters and also sewed the 
wedding dresses and bridesmaid dresses for all three of her daughters.&nbsp; 
She then enjoyed sewing baby clothes and toddler outfits for her 
grandchildren.&nbsp;Marjorie is survived by her children, Dennis VanVleet of Texas, Linda
 VanVleet of Idaho, Barbara (Jim) Waldman of Goodland, and Margaret 
Beierle of Idaho; brothers-in-law, Dale Thompson of Colorado, Ronald 
VanVleet of Goodland; sisters-in-laws, Emma VanVleet of Goodland, Wilma 
Blue of Utah, Esther Smith of Mississippi; seven grandchildren and 
fourteen great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings:&nbsp; 
Clinton, Leonard, Vida, Osa and Elaine; brothers-in-law, Richard 
VanVleet, Harold VanVleet, Merlin Blue, Otho Wilcher; sisters-in-law, 
Julie VanVleet and Patsy VanVleet.&nbsp; 
 
Due to Covid-19 virus, a private graveside service for immediate family was held on Thursday, February 18, 2021.&nbsp;For online condolences and information:&nbsp; www.batemanfuneral.com

Marjorie E. (Todd) VanVleet

Thomas Leiker peacefully passed from this world on February 11, 2021, in Seattle WA. Tom was born on May 10, 1945, in Hays KS to Edward and Philippa (Pfannenstiel) Leiker. 

He was a graduate of Hays High School. Six months after graduation on November 8, 1965, Tom became a proud Marine entering boot camp at MCRD in San Diego CA. He served in Phu bi Vietnam in 1967 and was honorably discharged at Marine Corp Air Station MCAS El Toro, CA on November 7, 1969. During Tom’s service in the Marines he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/2*, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Rifle Marksman Medal. 

After his discharge Tom worked in the oil and petroleum industry working in California, Idaho, and Washington state.

Tom married the love of his life, Su, on May 5, 1973. Sue preceded him in death on August 20, 2012. He is survived by his two sons Matthew (wife Lauren) Mukilteo, Washington and Shaun (wife Stacy) Sacramento, CA. He was the proud grandfather of five: Emily, Noah Thomas, Natalie, Collin Thomas, and Shaun Jr. He is also survived by his sister Doris Wing, Hays, brothers Norman, Lubbock TX, Glenn, and Terry Leiker, Hays. His brother Eldon proceeded him in death in 2017.

Tom has been cremated and his ashes will be spread in the beautiful wooded areas of Washington state and California where he spent so much time with his sons and grandchildren target shooting.

May 10, 1945 - February 11, 2021Thomas Leiker peacefully passed from this world on February 11, 2021, in Seattle WA. Tom was born on May 10, 1945, in Hays KS to Edward and Philippa (Pfannenstiel) Leiker. He was a graduate of Hays High School. Six months after graduation on November 8, 1965, Tom became a proud Marine entering boot camp at MCRD in San Diego CA. He served in Phu bi Vietnam in 1967 and was honorably discharged at Marine Corp Air Station MCAS El Toro, CA on November 7, 1969. During Tom’s service in the Marines he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/2*, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Rifle Marksman Medal. After his discharge Tom worked in the oil and petroleum industry working in California, Idaho, and Washington state.Tom married the love of his life, Su, on May 5, 1973. Sue preceded him in death on August 20, 2012. He is survived by his two sons Matthew (wife Lauren) Mukilteo, Washington and Shaun (wife Stacy) Sacramento, CA. He was the proud grandfather of five: Emily, Noah Thomas, Natalie, Collin Thomas, and Shaun Jr. He is also survived by his sister Doris Wing, Hays, brothers Norman, Lubbock TX, Glenn, and Terry Leiker, Hays. His brother Eldon proceeded him in death in 2017.Tom has been cremated and his ashes will be spread in the beautiful wooded areas of Washington state and California where he spent so much time with his sons and grandchildren target shooting.

Thomas Leiker

Dennis Dean Wise, 73, passed away February 17, 2021, at Hutchinson 
Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born June 22, 1947, in 
Great Bend, to Harry S. and Lena (DeWerff) Wise. Dennis married Debbie 
Livingston Nov. 11, 1967, in Great Bend. &nbsp;

Dennis, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, proudly served his country
 during Vietnam in the U.S. Navy. He had been an employee of KMW, 
formally GBM, since 1971 retiring in 2018 as the loader development 
supervisor.&nbsp; Dennis was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, National 
Street Rod Association and SRCA.&nbsp; Being meticulous and detailed, Dennis 
enjoyed woodworking, carpentry, building street rods and restoring cars,
 always willing and available to lend friends and family members a hand.
 He also enjoyed fishing and hunting, but above all, spending time with 
his family, especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include wife Debbie, of the home; one daughter: Missi 
Amerine and husband Craig of Great Bend; two grandchildren, Kaeli 
Amerine and Kaeden Amerine; sister-in-law, Betty Wise of Longview, 
Texas; nephew, Jerry Wise and wife Jayne of Longview, Texas; and great 
nephew, Keenan Wise.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry 
Wise.

There will be no viewing or visitation, as cremation has taken 
place.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 19, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with military honors conducted by the U.S. 
Navy Honor Guard.&nbsp; Pastor Sandy Kennedy will preside. Memorials may be 
given to Golden Belt Humane Society or Trinity Lutheran Church, in care 
of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dennis Dean Wise, 73, passed away February 17, 2021, at Hutchinson 
Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born June 22, 1947, in 
Great Bend, to Harry S. and Lena (DeWerff) Wise. Dennis married Debbie 
Livingston Nov. 11, 1967, in Great Bend. &nbsp;Dennis, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, proudly served his country
 during Vietnam in the U.S. Navy. He had been an employee of KMW, 
formally GBM, since 1971 retiring in 2018 as the loader development 
supervisor.&nbsp; Dennis was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, National 
Street Rod Association and SRCA.&nbsp; Being meticulous and detailed, Dennis 
enjoyed woodworking, carpentry, building street rods and restoring cars,
 always willing and available to lend friends and family members a hand.
 He also enjoyed fishing and hunting, but above all, spending time with 
his family, especially his grandchildren.Survivors include wife Debbie, of the home; one daughter: Missi 
Amerine and husband Craig of Great Bend; two grandchildren, Kaeli 
Amerine and Kaeden Amerine; sister-in-law, Betty Wise of Longview, 
Texas; nephew, Jerry Wise and wife Jayne of Longview, Texas; and great 
nephew, Keenan Wise.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry 
Wise.There will be no viewing or visitation, as cremation has taken 
place.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 19, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with military honors conducted by the U.S. 
Navy Honor Guard.&nbsp; Pastor Sandy Kennedy will preside. Memorials may be 
given to Golden Belt Humane Society or Trinity Lutheran Church, in care 
of Bryant Funeral Home.

Dennis Dean Wise

July 1, 1930
 -
 February 11, 2021

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Betty-Ellen-Delaney?obId=19974206#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>July 1, 1930
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 February 11, 2021 An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Betty-Ellen-Delaney?obId=19974206#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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