Danny L. Niles, 62, of Downs, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021. 

A private family ceremony will take place at a later date.&nbsp;

Schoen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Danny L. Niles, 62, of Downs, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021. A private family ceremony will take place at a later date.&nbsp;Schoen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Danny L. Niles

Anthony “Tony” LeSage, age 83, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021, at the Wheatland Nursing Home in Russell, Kansas.

He was born June 9, 1937, in Pawnee County, Kansas, the eldest of four boys born to Joseph Anthony Hilary “Larry” LeSage and Mary Josephine (Jennings).

Tony married the love of his life Karlene Kay Eichman on September 27, 1956, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Together they raised four children namely Lex Allen LeSage; Melanie Lynn Bailey; Natali Anne LeSage; and Audrey Kay Berry; the family was blessed with grandchildren and great-grandchildren; survivors also include two brothers, Roy “Buzzy” LeSage and Randy LeSage.

Tony enlisted into the Air Force directly after graduating high school. &nbsp; In the Air Force he received his training as an Air Traffic Controller. His career with the FAA took his family to New Mexico, California and Colorado.&nbsp; He finished his career at Wichita, Kansas and moved back to Russell County, settling in Bunker Hill.&nbsp; He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed big game hunting.

Tony was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife, Karlene Kay (Eichman); his parents; and one brother, Terrance “Terry” LeSage. &nbsp;

A private family service and inurnment will be held at a later date.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to the Bunker Hill Museum in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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

<figure>
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 </figure>Anthony “Tony” LeSage, age 83, of Bunker Hill, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021, at the Wheatland Nursing Home in Russell, Kansas.He was born June 9, 1937, in Pawnee County, Kansas, the eldest of four boys born to Joseph Anthony Hilary “Larry” LeSage and Mary Josephine (Jennings).Tony married the love of his life Karlene Kay Eichman on September 27, 1956, in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Together they raised four children namely Lex Allen LeSage; Melanie Lynn Bailey; Natali Anne LeSage; and Audrey Kay Berry; the family was blessed with grandchildren and great-grandchildren; survivors also include two brothers, Roy “Buzzy” LeSage and Randy LeSage.Tony enlisted into the Air Force directly after graduating high school. &nbsp; In the Air Force he received his training as an Air Traffic Controller. His career with the FAA took his family to New Mexico, California and Colorado.&nbsp; He finished his career at Wichita, Kansas and moved back to Russell County, settling in Bunker Hill.&nbsp; He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed big game hunting.Tony was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife, Karlene Kay (Eichman); his parents; and one brother, Terrance “Terry” LeSage. &nbsp;A private family service and inurnment will be held at a later date.&nbsp; The family suggests memorials to the Bunker Hill Museum in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; &nbsp;Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Anthony 'Tony' LeSage

Florena "Flo" Barbara Heili, 90, died on Friday, February 5, 2021, at 
Highline Rehabilitation And Care Center in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She was 
born on April 27, 1930, at Gove, Kansas, the daughter of Martin &amp; 
Matilda (Herman) Rohr.&nbsp; She married Alvin E. Heili on September 11, 1947,&nbsp; at Clayton, New Mexico.&nbsp; He died on June 9, 2000.&nbsp; 
Flo was a lifetime Garden City resident where she raised her 7 
children.&nbsp; She later was an antique dealer.&nbsp; She was a member of St Mary
 Catholic Church of Garden City.&nbsp; She had a lifetime love of quilting, 
making handmade quilts for family and her doctors.&nbsp; 
She is survived by 5 Sons- Arthur Heili of Grainfield, Edward Heili of 
Wichita, Andrew “Jake” Heili of Claremont, North Carolina, Bill Heili 
and Thomas Heili both of Aurora, Colorado, &nbsp;Daughter- Bonnie Burgardt of
 Minot, South Dakota, &amp; Numerous &nbsp;Grandchildren 
and&nbsp;Great-Grandchildren.&nbsp; In addition to her husband, her daughter Nancy 
Gillock preceded her in death.&nbsp; 
A Rosary will be held at 1:30 PM followed by the Funeral Mass at 2:00 PM
 Saturday at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev Jacob Schneider as 
Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens in Garden City.&nbsp; 
Friends may call from Noon to 8:00 PM Friday and 9:00 AM to Noon 
Saturday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City.&nbsp; Memorials are 
suggested to St Mary Catholic Church in care of Garnand Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Florena "Flo" Barbara Heili, 90, died on Friday, February 5, 2021, at 
Highline Rehabilitation And Care Center in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; She was 
born on April 27, 1930, at Gove, Kansas, the daughter of Martin &amp; 
Matilda (Herman) Rohr.&nbsp; She married Alvin E. Heili on September 11, 1947,&nbsp; at Clayton, New Mexico.&nbsp; He died on June 9, 2000.&nbsp; 
Flo was a lifetime Garden City resident where she raised her 7 
children.&nbsp; She later was an antique dealer.&nbsp; She was a member of St Mary
 Catholic Church of Garden City.&nbsp; She had a lifetime love of quilting, 
making handmade quilts for family and her doctors.&nbsp; 
She is survived by 5 Sons- Arthur Heili of Grainfield, Edward Heili of 
Wichita, Andrew “Jake” Heili of Claremont, North Carolina, Bill Heili 
and Thomas Heili both of Aurora, Colorado, &nbsp;Daughter- Bonnie Burgardt of
 Minot, South Dakota, &amp; Numerous &nbsp;Grandchildren 
and&nbsp;Great-Grandchildren.&nbsp; In addition to her husband, her daughter Nancy 
Gillock preceded her in death.&nbsp; 
A Rosary will be held at 1:30 PM followed by the Funeral Mass at 2:00 PM
 Saturday at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev Jacob Schneider as 
Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens in Garden City.&nbsp; 
Friends may call from Noon to 8:00 PM Friday and 9:00 AM to Noon 
Saturday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City.&nbsp; Memorials are 
suggested to St Mary Catholic Church in care of Garnand Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Florena 'Flo' Barbara Heili

February 7, 1961 ~ February 3, 2021

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

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 </figure>February 7, 1961 ~ February 3, 2021An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Tamara Kay (McClelland) Barnes

Betty Ann Elder, age 84, died on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at her 
home in rural Greeley County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on March 16, 1936, in
 Logan County, Kansas, the daughter of William and Gladys Marie Couch 
Blau.

She was a lifetime member of the Leoti and Tribune communities.&nbsp; She 
also was a member of the Methodist faith and active in the quilt guild 
and a volunteer at the Leoti Thrift Store.

Survivors include:&nbsp;Two sons - Larry &amp; Terry Elder of Leoti, 
Kansas,&nbsp;Marvin Elder of Leoti, Kansas;&nbsp;Four grandchildren - Toby Harbin 
of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma,&nbsp;Brady (Renee) Harbin of Leoti, 
Kansas,&nbsp;Ashley Woods of Leoti, Kansas,&nbsp;Levi (Simone) Elder of Leoti, 
Kansas;&nbsp;Five Great Grandchildren - Bailey Preedy, Madison Harbin, Colton
 Harbin, Walker Woods, Juliet Elder.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Visitation will be at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Leoti from 10-8 pm on Friday, February 12, 2021.

Funeral services will be held at the United Methodist Church of Leoti on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 2:00 pm.

Interment will be at the Leoti Cemetery immediately following the funeral services.

Memorials can be given to the Community Thrift Shop of Leoti or the 
United Methodist Church in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box
 161 Leoti, Kansas 67861.

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 </figure>Betty Ann Elder, age 84, died on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at her 
home in rural Greeley County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on March 16, 1936, in
 Logan County, Kansas, the daughter of William and Gladys Marie Couch 
Blau.She was a lifetime member of the Leoti and Tribune communities.&nbsp; She 
also was a member of the Methodist faith and active in the quilt guild 
and a volunteer at the Leoti Thrift Store.Survivors include:&nbsp;Two sons - Larry &amp; Terry Elder of Leoti, 
Kansas,&nbsp;Marvin Elder of Leoti, Kansas;&nbsp;Four grandchildren - Toby Harbin 
of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma,&nbsp;Brady (Renee) Harbin of Leoti, 
Kansas,&nbsp;Ashley Woods of Leoti, Kansas,&nbsp;Levi (Simone) Elder of Leoti, 
Kansas;&nbsp;Five Great Grandchildren - Bailey Preedy, Madison Harbin, Colton
 Harbin, Walker Woods, Juliet Elder.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.Visitation will be at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Leoti from 10-8 pm on Friday, February 12, 2021.Funeral services will be held at the United Methodist Church of Leoti on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 2:00 pm.Interment will be at the Leoti Cemetery immediately following the funeral services.Memorials can be given to the Community Thrift Shop of Leoti or the 
United Methodist Church in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, PO Box
 161 Leoti, Kansas 67861.

Betty Ann Elder

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LeRoy James Heinrich

Kitty Ann (Shepherd) Clark was born April 19th, 1941, and 
was a longtime resident of Larned, KS. She was born to Samuel Shepherd 
and Thelma Rose (Caro) Shepherd and was the third of seven siblings, 
whom she loved and adored greatly. &nbsp;Kitty is preceded in death by her 
Sister Betty Stubbfield, Sister Elizabeth Moore, Brother John Shepherd, 
Brother Thomas Shepherd, Sister-in-law Charlotte (Clark) Hines, 
Brother-in-law Wayne Clark and Sister-in-law Charlene Caro.&nbsp; She is 
survived by her Sister Sammie Perkins, Sister Billie Broils, Brother 
Bruce (Debbie) Shepherd, Brother-in-law Bishop Moore, Sister-in-law 
Darlene Shepherd, Brother-in-law Ron Clark, Brother-in-law Jimmy 
Collins, and Sister-in-law Inez Collins.

Kitty married her husband Michael “Mike” Clark Sr. on July 14, 1956,&nbsp; at Escue Chapel in Larned, Kansas. Kitty and Mike shared 59 years of 
marriage until he proceeded her in death on March 14th, 2016.
 From the union of their marriage they had four children. She was 
proceeded in death by her son Michael (Survived by Rene) Clark Jr. She 
is survived by a Son Cecil (Bernadine) Clark and two daughters: Daughter
 Denise Clark-Shellman, and Daughter Brenda (Steven) Tyler. She is also 
survived by 13 Grandchildren: Tyrone Clark, Lamont Clark, Shayla Tyler, 
Nakia Zeigler, Pamela Clark, Shraya (Kasseem Sr.) Grigler, Sharmara 
Shellman, Christopher Clark, Larry Shellman, Deanna Shellman, Stefanie 
Clark, Brittany Clark, and Jene (Jason) Humphrey; 36 Great-Grandchildren
 and a host of Uncles, Aunts, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends.

Although she was a longtime resident of Larned, Kansas she also spent
 time living in Colorado Springs, CO. She dedicated herself to being a 
loving and affectionate mother and housewife throughout her children’s 
youth. She then began her career and devoted 35 years of service at the 
Larned State Hospital working in various capacities including: Dietary, 
Production, Licensed Mental Health Aide, Supervisor, and YSS1 at Youth 
Center at Larned (YCAL).

She also was a proud Saucier at Clark’s BBQ, she worked in sales at 
Clark’s Beauty Salon, the proud Co-Owner and Co-Operator of ABC Boutique
 with her sister Billie Broils. She worked various positions at the 
church in Stewardship, Usher, and Communion Board member. She was in the
 Caro Smith Family Reunion Treasury, A Food Pantry Volunteer, Pawnee 
County Voter Registrar, and Relay for Life - American Cancer Society 
member. Kitty was also a member of: The Women of Esque, The Ebony Social
 Club, The Black Heritage Club and The Red Hat Society.

Her hobbies included but were not limited to reading and sharing 
daily inspirations, devotionals, reading her bible, going to and working
 in and around her church. She enjoyed playing games like Phase 10, Bid 
Wiz, Pokeno, Uno, Bingo, Quarters, and Wahoo. She was an avid Bingo 
player and occasional Gambler. Even though her name was Kitty and she 
did not like cats, she often fed stray cats, and other animals in the 
neighborhood. She also enjoyed Crocheting, Fashion, Modeling, Gardening,
 Community and Volunteer work, Outreach toward her neighbors, Baking and
 sending her famous holiday boxes. Kitty really enjoyed Traveling, some 
of her most notable trips were to destinations such as: Las Vegas, 
Washington, California, Texas, Chicago, Arizona, Milwaukee, Niagara 
Falls, Florida, Bahamas, Jamaica, Italy, and Rome. She loved going on 
road trips in the RV with her family. She also enjoyed sitting out by 
the fire sharing laughs and memories with family, friends and loved 
ones.

She was a woman of astounding faith and incredible discernment. She 
was a great listener to many, a confidant and a friend to all. She was 
funny, loving, beautiful, honorary, stubborn at times, competitive, 
honest, warm, the highest amount of loyalty, genuine, forgiving, 
virtuous, she was forward thinking, some might say bossy others may she 
was a strong leader. She was an undeniable blessing to everyone that she
 came into contact with, committing wholly to whatever she was called 
to.

Memorial service will be held 11:00 am Friday, February 12, 2021, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Damon Bradley presiding along with 
Elder Hill and Pastor Steven. Service will be viewable virtually via 
Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be from 9am to 8pm Thursday, February 11, 2021, at 
Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 6pm to 8pm. Private family 
inurnment will be at the Larned Cemetery at a later date. We kindly 
request those in attendance to wear masks and partake in social 
distancing practices.

Memorials may be given to the Kitty Ann Clark Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS. 67550.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Kitty Ann (Shepherd) Clark was born April 19th, 1941, and 
was a longtime resident of Larned, KS. She was born to Samuel Shepherd 
and Thelma Rose (Caro) Shepherd and was the third of seven siblings, 
whom she loved and adored greatly. &nbsp;Kitty is preceded in death by her 
Sister Betty Stubbfield, Sister Elizabeth Moore, Brother John Shepherd, 
Brother Thomas Shepherd, Sister-in-law Charlotte (Clark) Hines, 
Brother-in-law Wayne Clark and Sister-in-law Charlene Caro.&nbsp; She is 
survived by her Sister Sammie Perkins, Sister Billie Broils, Brother 
Bruce (Debbie) Shepherd, Brother-in-law Bishop Moore, Sister-in-law 
Darlene Shepherd, Brother-in-law Ron Clark, Brother-in-law Jimmy 
Collins, and Sister-in-law Inez Collins.Kitty married her husband Michael “Mike” Clark Sr. on July 14, 1956,&nbsp; at Escue Chapel in Larned, Kansas. Kitty and Mike shared 59 years of 
marriage until he proceeded her in death on March 14th, 2016.
 From the union of their marriage they had four children. She was 
proceeded in death by her son Michael (Survived by Rene) Clark Jr. She 
is survived by a Son Cecil (Bernadine) Clark and two daughters: Daughter
 Denise Clark-Shellman, and Daughter Brenda (Steven) Tyler. She is also 
survived by 13 Grandchildren: Tyrone Clark, Lamont Clark, Shayla Tyler, 
Nakia Zeigler, Pamela Clark, Shraya (Kasseem Sr.) Grigler, Sharmara 
Shellman, Christopher Clark, Larry Shellman, Deanna Shellman, Stefanie 
Clark, Brittany Clark, and Jene (Jason) Humphrey; 36 Great-Grandchildren
 and a host of Uncles, Aunts, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends.Although she was a longtime resident of Larned, Kansas she also spent
 time living in Colorado Springs, CO. She dedicated herself to being a 
loving and affectionate mother and housewife throughout her children’s 
youth. She then began her career and devoted 35 years of service at the 
Larned State Hospital working in various capacities including: Dietary, 
Production, Licensed Mental Health Aide, Supervisor, and YSS1 at Youth 
Center at Larned (YCAL).She also was a proud Saucier at Clark’s BBQ, she worked in sales at 
Clark’s Beauty Salon, the proud Co-Owner and Co-Operator of ABC Boutique
 with her sister Billie Broils. She worked various positions at the 
church in Stewardship, Usher, and Communion Board member. She was in the
 Caro Smith Family Reunion Treasury, A Food Pantry Volunteer, Pawnee 
County Voter Registrar, and Relay for Life - American Cancer Society 
member. Kitty was also a member of: The Women of Esque, The Ebony Social
 Club, The Black Heritage Club and The Red Hat Society.Her hobbies included but were not limited to reading and sharing 
daily inspirations, devotionals, reading her bible, going to and working
 in and around her church. She enjoyed playing games like Phase 10, Bid 
Wiz, Pokeno, Uno, Bingo, Quarters, and Wahoo. She was an avid Bingo 
player and occasional Gambler. Even though her name was Kitty and she 
did not like cats, she often fed stray cats, and other animals in the 
neighborhood. She also enjoyed Crocheting, Fashion, Modeling, Gardening,
 Community and Volunteer work, Outreach toward her neighbors, Baking and
 sending her famous holiday boxes. Kitty really enjoyed Traveling, some 
of her most notable trips were to destinations such as: Las Vegas, 
Washington, California, Texas, Chicago, Arizona, Milwaukee, Niagara 
Falls, Florida, Bahamas, Jamaica, Italy, and Rome. She loved going on 
road trips in the RV with her family. She also enjoyed sitting out by 
the fire sharing laughs and memories with family, friends and loved 
ones.She was a woman of astounding faith and incredible discernment. She 
was a great listener to many, a confidant and a friend to all. She was 
funny, loving, beautiful, honorary, stubborn at times, competitive, 
honest, warm, the highest amount of loyalty, genuine, forgiving, 
virtuous, she was forward thinking, some might say bossy others may she 
was a strong leader. She was an undeniable blessing to everyone that she
 came into contact with, committing wholly to whatever she was called 
to.Memorial service will be held 11:00 am Friday, February 12, 2021, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Damon Bradley presiding along with 
Elder Hill and Pastor Steven. Service will be viewable virtually via 
Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be from 9am to 8pm Thursday, February 11, 2021, at 
Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 6pm to 8pm. Private family 
inurnment will be at the Larned Cemetery at a later date. We kindly 
request those in attendance to wear masks and partake in social 
distancing practices.Memorials may be given to the Kitty Ann Clark Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS. 67550.&nbsp;

Kitty Ann (Shepherd) Clark

Mary Agnes (Otter) Schamberger, 92, passed away, Sunday, February 7, 
2021, at the Sheridan County Long Term Care surrounded by her loving 
family. 

She was born in New Almelo, Kansas on June 21, 1928, the oldest 
child of Albert and Sophia (Bruggeman) Otter. Mary grew up on the farm 
with her eight siblings and attending New Almelo School through eighth 
grade. Mary worked for families in the area by helping them take care 
of the children and helping with housework. She also worked in the New 
Almelo Grocery Store. A young man, Michael “Mike” Schamberger, moved 
back to the area, and an Aunt and cousin set Mike up with a lovely young
 lady, Mary Otter. That blind date turned into a life-long love story. 
 Mike and Mary were married in New Almelo, Kansas on September 14, 1954.
 They made their first home northeast of Hoxie, and in 1957, a neighbor
 came and asked Mike and Mary if they would like to buy his farm. They 
bought the farm where they raised their family of six children and 
farmed until moving to the town of Hoxie. 
 Mary was a homemaker caring for her family. She always had a big 
garden and raised chickens. She canned the produce from the garden, 
butchered the chickens and used the eggs to make sure there was always 
plenty of good food to feed her family. She was a great cook. She 
cooked every meal until entering the Long Term Care. During harvest, 
she prepared big meals for her family working in the fields, something 
they will always remember. Mary was a great seamstress and made many of
 her children’s clothes. She crocheted afghans and made quilts for her 
grandchildren. She was a member of the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic 
Church and St. Frances Cabrini Sodality. She was very involved with 
church and taught religion for many years. Mary was a good mother who 
loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart. Family was the
 most important to her. 
 Mary is survived by sons Ray and wife DeeAnn, Ron and wife Sharon, 
John and wife Gina, and Gerry all of Hoxie; daughters, Jeanne Shipley 
and husband Rick of Hoxie and Joan Schippers and husband Charlie of 
Hays; brothers, Conrad Otter of McPherson, Kansas, Alfred Otter and wife
 Betty of New Almelo, Kansas, Harold Otter of Flagstaff, Arizona; Fran 
and wife, Phyllis Otter of Hays, Kansas, and sister Jan Richards and 
husband, Steve of Sandia Park, New Mexico; sisters-in-law, Carol Otter 
of Norton, Kansas, and Julia Otter of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren, 
Meghann Gourley (Brendon), Arielle Simpson (Jed), Michael Schamberger 
(Kaitlyn), Nicole Tremblay(Bret), Leslea Oelke (Brett), Brittany 
Eggleston (Marcus), Taylore Schamberger, Jessica Mishler (Beau), Russell
 Shipley (Dana), Ryan Shipley (Shanna), Richelle Baldwin (Jake), Kayla 
Wilhelm (Kellen), Jenna Goldsby (Scott), Brad Schippers, Clayton 
Schamberger (Marissa), Courtney Schamberger, and Cami Schamberger; and 
32 great-grandchildren.
 She was preceded in death by her husband Mike; her parents, Albert 
and Sophia Otter; brothers, Gil Otter, Gerard Otter, and Roger Otter; 
sister, Ursula Otter; and sister-in-law Charlotte Otter.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, February 12, 2021, 
10:30 AM, at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, Kansas. 
Interment will take place following the service in the St. Frances 
Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 
11, 2021 from 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the Vigil and Rosary Service 
starting at 7:00 PM all at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, 
Kansas. Family will greet friends from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM. 
Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTC or St.
 Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. The 
service will be livestreamed. Please go to the mickeyleopoldfuneral.com
 webpage for the link. Words of condolence and comfort for the family 
may be left on the webpage.

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 </figure>Mary Agnes (Otter) Schamberger, 92, passed away, Sunday, February 7, 
2021, at the Sheridan County Long Term Care surrounded by her loving 
family. She was born in New Almelo, Kansas on June 21, 1928, the oldest 
child of Albert and Sophia (Bruggeman) Otter. Mary grew up on the farm 
with her eight siblings and attending New Almelo School through eighth 
grade. Mary worked for families in the area by helping them take care 
of the children and helping with housework. She also worked in the New 
Almelo Grocery Store. A young man, Michael “Mike” Schamberger, moved 
back to the area, and an Aunt and cousin set Mike up with a lovely young
 lady, Mary Otter. That blind date turned into a life-long love story. 
 Mike and Mary were married in New Almelo, Kansas on September 14, 1954.
 They made their first home northeast of Hoxie, and in 1957, a neighbor
 came and asked Mike and Mary if they would like to buy his farm. They 
bought the farm where they raised their family of six children and 
farmed until moving to the town of Hoxie. 
 Mary was a homemaker caring for her family. She always had a big 
garden and raised chickens. She canned the produce from the garden, 
butchered the chickens and used the eggs to make sure there was always 
plenty of good food to feed her family. She was a great cook. She 
cooked every meal until entering the Long Term Care. During harvest, 
she prepared big meals for her family working in the fields, something 
they will always remember. Mary was a great seamstress and made many of
 her children’s clothes. She crocheted afghans and made quilts for her 
grandchildren. She was a member of the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic 
Church and St. Frances Cabrini Sodality. She was very involved with 
church and taught religion for many years. Mary was a good mother who 
loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart. Family was the
 most important to her. 
 Mary is survived by sons Ray and wife DeeAnn, Ron and wife Sharon, 
John and wife Gina, and Gerry all of Hoxie; daughters, Jeanne Shipley 
and husband Rick of Hoxie and Joan Schippers and husband Charlie of 
Hays; brothers, Conrad Otter of McPherson, Kansas, Alfred Otter and wife
 Betty of New Almelo, Kansas, Harold Otter of Flagstaff, Arizona; Fran 
and wife, Phyllis Otter of Hays, Kansas, and sister Jan Richards and 
husband, Steve of Sandia Park, New Mexico; sisters-in-law, Carol Otter 
of Norton, Kansas, and Julia Otter of Hays, Kansas; grandchildren, 
Meghann Gourley (Brendon), Arielle Simpson (Jed), Michael Schamberger 
(Kaitlyn), Nicole Tremblay(Bret), Leslea Oelke (Brett), Brittany 
Eggleston (Marcus), Taylore Schamberger, Jessica Mishler (Beau), Russell
 Shipley (Dana), Ryan Shipley (Shanna), Richelle Baldwin (Jake), Kayla 
Wilhelm (Kellen), Jenna Goldsby (Scott), Brad Schippers, Clayton 
Schamberger (Marissa), Courtney Schamberger, and Cami Schamberger; and 
32 great-grandchildren.
 She was preceded in death by her husband Mike; her parents, Albert 
and Sophia Otter; brothers, Gil Otter, Gerard Otter, and Roger Otter; 
sister, Ursula Otter; and sister-in-law Charlotte Otter.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, February 12, 2021, 
10:30 AM, at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, Kansas. 
Interment will take place following the service in the St. Frances 
Cabrini Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 
11, 2021 from 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the Vigil and Rosary Service 
starting at 7:00 PM all at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, 
Kansas. Family will greet friends from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM. 
Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Health Complex LTC or St.
 Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. The 
service will be livestreamed. Please go to the mickeyleopoldfuneral.com
 webpage for the link. Words of condolence and comfort for the family 
may be left on the webpage.

Mary Agnes (Otter) Schamberger

Donald Neal Blythe, 94, passed away February 7, 2021, at Longmont 
United Hospital, Longmont, Colo. He was born July 1, 1926, in Lincoln, 
KS, to Herbert and Hazel (Lyster) Blythe. He married Phyllis E. (Todd) 
on August 6, 1948, in Williamsburg, KS. They were married over 66 years 
when she passed away in 2015. &nbsp;

On May 30, 1944, Don enlisted in the U.S.N.R., and was discharged on 
March 17, 1946, with the rank of Radioman 3/C. His service to his 
country spanned from WWII to the Korean Conflict. After his service in 
WWII, he attended Kansas State Teachers College on athletic scholarships
 for football and track, where he met Phyllis and graduated with a 
teaching degree. From 1950 to 1952, Don taught at Coldwater, KS.&nbsp; In 
1952, they moved to Great Bend where Don taught industrial arts, drivers
 education, coached and served as athletic director for many years at 
Harrison Junior High and taught industrial arts at Great Bend High 
School, retiring in 1985. Following his retirement, he and Phyllis 
worked at the YMCA in Estes Park, Colo., until 1990.

Don enjoyed coin collecting and loved spending time with his family, 
especially his grandchildren. He was a member of First United Methodist 
Church, American Legion Argonne Post #180, VFW Post #3111, Elks Lodge, 
Masonic Lodge #15, Blue &amp; Royal Arch, Retired Barton County 
Teacher's Association, and Emporia State University Alumni Association.

Survivors include, three sons, Jerry Blythe and wife Susan of Helena,
 Mont., Neal Blythe and wife Sheryl of Arvada, Colo., and Kent Blythe 
and wife Jeanne of Longmont, Colo.; two daughters, Jean Allen and 
husband Bruce of Plano, Tex., and Karen Kotzman and husband Greg of 
Shawnee; fourteen grandchildren; and 18 great grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Phyllis Blythe; a son, 
Rodney Blythe; and three sisters, Arleen, Ruth, and Revelle.

A private family inurnment will be held at Great Bend Cemetery. There
 will be no public services. Memorials have been designated to 
Alzheimer’s Association or American Legion Argonne Post #180, in care of
 Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Donald Neal Blythe, 94, passed away February 7, 2021, at Longmont 
United Hospital, Longmont, Colo. He was born July 1, 1926, in Lincoln, 
KS, to Herbert and Hazel (Lyster) Blythe. He married Phyllis E. (Todd) 
on August 6, 1948, in Williamsburg, KS. They were married over 66 years 
when she passed away in 2015. &nbsp;On May 30, 1944, Don enlisted in the U.S.N.R., and was discharged on 
March 17, 1946, with the rank of Radioman 3/C. His service to his 
country spanned from WWII to the Korean Conflict. After his service in 
WWII, he attended Kansas State Teachers College on athletic scholarships
 for football and track, where he met Phyllis and graduated with a 
teaching degree. From 1950 to 1952, Don taught at Coldwater, KS.&nbsp; In 
1952, they moved to Great Bend where Don taught industrial arts, drivers
 education, coached and served as athletic director for many years at 
Harrison Junior High and taught industrial arts at Great Bend High 
School, retiring in 1985. Following his retirement, he and Phyllis 
worked at the YMCA in Estes Park, Colo., until 1990.Don enjoyed coin collecting and loved spending time with his family, 
especially his grandchildren. He was a member of First United Methodist 
Church, American Legion Argonne Post #180, VFW Post #3111, Elks Lodge, 
Masonic Lodge #15, Blue &amp; Royal Arch, Retired Barton County 
Teacher's Association, and Emporia State University Alumni Association.Survivors include, three sons, Jerry Blythe and wife Susan of Helena,
 Mont., Neal Blythe and wife Sheryl of Arvada, Colo., and Kent Blythe 
and wife Jeanne of Longmont, Colo.; two daughters, Jean Allen and 
husband Bruce of Plano, Tex., and Karen Kotzman and husband Greg of 
Shawnee; fourteen grandchildren; and 18 great grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Phyllis Blythe; a son, 
Rodney Blythe; and three sisters, Arleen, Ruth, and Revelle.A private family inurnment will be held at Great Bend Cemetery. There
 will be no public services. Memorials have been designated to 
Alzheimer’s Association or American Legion Argonne Post #180, in care of
 Bryant Funeral Home.

Donald Neal Blythe

Sara Jane Reed, 75, died February 7, 2021, at Medicalodges of Great 
Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born January 21, 1946, in Wellington, Kansas, the
 daughter of Louis M. and Hazel E. (Russell) Cole.&nbsp; In 1964, Sara 
graduated from Independace High School, Independence, Kansas, and later 
completed 2 years of business school.

On February 6, 1965, she married Larry E. Reed at Grace Memorial Methodist Church, Independence, Kansas.

Sara was a longtime resident of Great Bend, and was a secretary and 
bookkeeper for various business including Roto-Mix in Hoisington. She 
was a member of King Memorial United Methodist Church in Great Bend.&nbsp; A 
few of Sara’s hobbies included wood carving and stained glass.&nbsp; Some of 
her work can even be seen in the windows of her church. She also loved 
to dance, old rock and roll, polka, or country, and her and Larry square
 danced in a club for many years.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Larry E. Reed of the 
home; daughter, Laurie McCurry and husband Mike of Hoisington; son, Eric
 Reed and wife Angela of Garden City; sister, Susan Sutton of Gladstone,
 Missouri; five grandchildren, Cole McCurry and wife Raegan of Great 
Bend, Nolan McCurry and finacee Sara Burwell of Wichita, Luke Reed of 
Wichita, Gwen Reed and Katie Reed, both of Garden City; and one great 
granddaughter, Harper McCurry expected this April.

Friends may sign the book at Bryant Funeral Home, there will be no 
viewing as cremation has taken place. &nbsp;Memorial service will be 
announced at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Golden Belt 
Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great 
Bend, Kansas.

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 </figure>Sara Jane Reed, 75, died February 7, 2021, at Medicalodges of Great 
Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born January 21, 1946, in Wellington, Kansas, the
 daughter of Louis M. and Hazel E. (Russell) Cole.&nbsp; In 1964, Sara 
graduated from Independace High School, Independence, Kansas, and later 
completed 2 years of business school.On February 6, 1965, she married Larry E. Reed at Grace Memorial Methodist Church, Independence, Kansas.Sara was a longtime resident of Great Bend, and was a secretary and 
bookkeeper for various business including Roto-Mix in Hoisington. She 
was a member of King Memorial United Methodist Church in Great Bend.&nbsp; A 
few of Sara’s hobbies included wood carving and stained glass.&nbsp; Some of 
her work can even be seen in the windows of her church. She also loved 
to dance, old rock and roll, polka, or country, and her and Larry square
 danced in a club for many years.She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Larry E. Reed of the 
home; daughter, Laurie McCurry and husband Mike of Hoisington; son, Eric
 Reed and wife Angela of Garden City; sister, Susan Sutton of Gladstone,
 Missouri; five grandchildren, Cole McCurry and wife Raegan of Great 
Bend, Nolan McCurry and finacee Sara Burwell of Wichita, Luke Reed of 
Wichita, Gwen Reed and Katie Reed, both of Garden City; and one great 
granddaughter, Harper McCurry expected this April.Friends may sign the book at Bryant Funeral Home, there will be no 
viewing as cremation has taken place. &nbsp;Memorial service will be 
announced at a later date.Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Golden Belt 
Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great 
Bend, Kansas.

Sara Jane Reed

Robert Lee “Bob” Seltmann, 100, Nekoma, Kansas, passed away Friday, 
February 5, 2021, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.

Bob was born November 28, 1920, in Rush County, Kansas, the son of 
Anton and Carrie (Spreier) Seltmann.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush
 County, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a farmer and rancher.

He was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, and VFW Post 3147, both of La Crosse, Kansas.

Bob was a United States Army veteran serving during World War II as a medic.

On January 1, 1949, he married Donna Yeager at the home of her 
mother, Edith Yeager, at Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union were born two 
sons, Richard Lee Seltmann and Thomas Joe Seltmann.&nbsp; She preceded him in
 death October 27, 1975.

On May 10, 1981, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Kelling at the Messiah Lutheran Church, Hays, Kansas.

Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Seltmann; one son, 
Richard Lee Seltmann; two step daughters, Karen Bennett, and Kathy 
Buchanan (Rob); one step grandson, Kody Buchanan; and many nephews and 
nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife; one son, 
Thomas Seltmann; five brothers, Andy, Albert, Ernest, El Verne, and 
Harley; and four sisters, Sophia, Minnie, Lillian, and Carol.

Graveside service will be Thursday, February 18, 2021, at 1:30 P.M. 
at Nekoma Union Township Cemetery, Nekoma, Kansas, with Pastor Mitch 
Elrod officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Nekoma Union Township 
Cemetery, Nekoma, Kansas.

Social distancing is recommended. Masks are also recommended. Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.

Memorials are suggested to the Rush County Food Bank.

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.

Robert Lee “Bob” Seltmann, 100, Nekoma, Kansas, passed away Friday, 
February 5, 2021, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas.Bob was born November 28, 1920, in Rush County, Kansas, the son of 
Anton and Carrie (Spreier) Seltmann.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush
 County, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a farmer and rancher.He was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, and VFW Post 3147, both of La Crosse, Kansas.Bob was a United States Army veteran serving during World War II as a medic.On January 1, 1949, he married Donna Yeager at the home of her 
mother, Edith Yeager, at Larned, Kansas.&nbsp; To this union were born two 
sons, Richard Lee Seltmann and Thomas Joe Seltmann.&nbsp; She preceded him in
 death October 27, 1975.On May 10, 1981, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Kelling at the Messiah Lutheran Church, Hays, Kansas.Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Seltmann; one son, 
Richard Lee Seltmann; two step daughters, Karen Bennett, and Kathy 
Buchanan (Rob); one step grandson, Kody Buchanan; and many nephews and 
nieces.He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife; one son, 
Thomas Seltmann; five brothers, Andy, Albert, Ernest, El Verne, and 
Harley; and four sisters, Sophia, Minnie, Lillian, and Carol.Graveside service will be Thursday, February 18, 2021, at 1:30 P.M. 
at Nekoma Union Township Cemetery, Nekoma, Kansas, with Pastor Mitch 
Elrod officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Nekoma Union Township 
Cemetery, Nekoma, Kansas.Social distancing is recommended. Masks are also recommended. Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.Memorials are suggested to the Rush County Food Bank.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.

Robert Lee 'Bob' Seltmann

Jaclyn Louise (Lewis) Burton, 91, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at Russell Regional Hospital.

Jaclyn was born July 9, 1929, at her parent’s home in Hominy, 
Oklahoma, the daughter of Harold M. and Juanita S. (Winters) Lewis.&nbsp; 
Jaclyn’s family moved from Oklahoma to Madison, Kansas in her early 
years.&nbsp; Her parents bought a jewelry store where she enjoyed working.&nbsp; 
The Lewis family bought a Russell, Kansas Jewelry store and moved there 
in 1945.&nbsp; After graduating from Russell High School in 1947, she 
attended two years at Ft. Hays State College&nbsp; where she became 
interested in drawing and painting.&nbsp;

Jaclyn was united in marriage to Donald H. Burton on August 29, 1949,&nbsp; in Russell.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a son Hal.&nbsp; They made their 
home in Russell for a few years before moving to Beloit, Kansas, in 
1955.&nbsp; Then in 1959 they moved to Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She began 
actively painting oils and water colors with local artist.&nbsp; In the mid 
1960s, she began the first of many trips to art school in Cloudcroft, 
New Mexico.&nbsp; She enthusiastically persuaded family and friends to take 
at the trips to Cloudcroft Art School.&nbsp; Jaclyn’s relatives that made the
 Cloudcroft pilgrimage included her sister, Dolores Fitzgerald Brandt, 
her father, Harold, and niece Peggy Fitzgerald Campbell, and long time 
friend, Mary Lois Gross.&nbsp; In later years, she enjoyed attending 
workshops and exhibits of The Palco Art Club.

Jaclyn’s surviving family include her husband of 71 years, Donald of 
the home; son, Hal Burton of Russell, Kansas; brother, Roger Lewis of 
Wichita, Kansas; six nieces, one nephew, and her beloved Cairnpoo 
Terrier, Bella.

Jaclyn was preceded in death by her parents, sister Dolores 
Fitzgerald Brandt, niece, Peggy Fitzgerald Campbell, and Aunt Edith 
Winters.

&nbsp;A Memorial Service will be held at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary at
 a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Memorial has been 
established Palco Art Club.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent 
to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these 
arrangements.

Jaclyn Louise (Lewis) Burton, 91, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at Russell Regional Hospital.Jaclyn was born July 9, 1929, at her parent’s home in Hominy, 
Oklahoma, the daughter of Harold M. and Juanita S. (Winters) Lewis.&nbsp; 
Jaclyn’s family moved from Oklahoma to Madison, Kansas in her early 
years.&nbsp; Her parents bought a jewelry store where she enjoyed working.&nbsp; 
The Lewis family bought a Russell, Kansas Jewelry store and moved there 
in 1945.&nbsp; After graduating from Russell High School in 1947, she 
attended two years at Ft. Hays State College&nbsp; where she became 
interested in drawing and painting.&nbsp;Jaclyn was united in marriage to Donald H. Burton on August 29, 1949,&nbsp; in Russell.&nbsp; This union was blessed with a son Hal.&nbsp; They made their 
home in Russell for a few years before moving to Beloit, Kansas, in 
1955.&nbsp; Then in 1959 they moved to Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She began 
actively painting oils and water colors with local artist.&nbsp; In the mid 
1960s, she began the first of many trips to art school in Cloudcroft, 
New Mexico.&nbsp; She enthusiastically persuaded family and friends to take 
at the trips to Cloudcroft Art School.&nbsp; Jaclyn’s relatives that made the
 Cloudcroft pilgrimage included her sister, Dolores Fitzgerald Brandt, 
her father, Harold, and niece Peggy Fitzgerald Campbell, and long time 
friend, Mary Lois Gross.&nbsp; In later years, she enjoyed attending 
workshops and exhibits of The Palco Art Club.Jaclyn’s surviving family include her husband of 71 years, Donald of 
the home; son, Hal Burton of Russell, Kansas; brother, Roger Lewis of 
Wichita, Kansas; six nieces, one nephew, and her beloved Cairnpoo 
Terrier, Bella.Jaclyn was preceded in death by her parents, sister Dolores 
Fitzgerald Brandt, niece, Peggy Fitzgerald Campbell, and Aunt Edith 
Winters.&nbsp;A Memorial Service will be held at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary at
 a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Memorial has been 
established Palco Art Club.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent 
to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these 
arrangements.

Jaclyn L. Burton

Raymond “Ray” William Kriley passed away on February 8, 2021, at his home
 in Stockton, KS, at the age of 77. He was born on February 17, 1943, to 
Willie and Irene (Parker) Kriley at their rock home in rural Stockton. 
He was married to Lou Corwin on August 9, 1967, at the Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church in Plainville, KS. They were blessed with 5 children: 
Julie, Sherry, Daniel, Amy, and Korina.
 Ray grew up in the Stockton area and graduated from Stockton High 
School in 1961. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 1966 
with an Agricultural Business degree. He served in the United States 
Army Reserves for six years. Ray was a lifelong farmer and caretaker of 
the many animals he loved.
 Ray was a member of the St. Thomas Catholic Church and Knights of 
Columbus. He enjoyed hunting, driving fast cars (often paying the 
price), watching KU basketball (as well as any sport), playing cards 
with his family, going to the casino, and watching his grandkids in all 
their sporting events. He was determined and persistent, often 
overcoming many hardships through his exceptional faith and witty sense 
of humor. Ray was a role model not only for his children but also 
grandchildren through his honesty, integrity, love of the Lord, family, 
and country, and his dedication to maintaining his physical well-being. 
He was often a man of few words but had a very distinctive presence at 
his children’s competitions.
 Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Lou Kriley of the home in
 Stockton; children, Julie (Corey) Hartner of Belleville, KS, Sherry 
(Michael) Reimer of Great Bend, KS, Daniel (Ginger) Kriley of Stockton, 
Amy (Jimmy) Moison of Ozark, MO, and Korina (Keith) Shelman of Meriden, 
KS; 12 grandchildren; and his “good and faithful dog”, Fancy.
 Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Irene Kriley; 
brother, Robert Kriley; grandson, Noah Shelman; and nephews John Wickham
 and Jacob Corwin.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, February 15, 
2021, at 10:30 a.m., at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton with 
burial to follow in the St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be
 on Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Vigil and Rosary Service at 
7:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Stockton.
 Memorials are suggested to Stockton Fire Dept., Stockton EMS, or 
Serenity Carpenter Family and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Raymond “Ray” William Kriley passed away on February 8, 2021, at his home
 in Stockton, KS, at the age of 77. He was born on February 17, 1943, to 
Willie and Irene (Parker) Kriley at their rock home in rural Stockton. 
He was married to Lou Corwin on August 9, 1967, at the Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church in Plainville, KS. They were blessed with 5 children: 
Julie, Sherry, Daniel, Amy, and Korina.
 Ray grew up in the Stockton area and graduated from Stockton High 
School in 1961. He graduated from Fort Hays State University in 1966 
with an Agricultural Business degree. He served in the United States 
Army Reserves for six years. Ray was a lifelong farmer and caretaker of 
the many animals he loved.
 Ray was a member of the St. Thomas Catholic Church and Knights of 
Columbus. He enjoyed hunting, driving fast cars (often paying the 
price), watching KU basketball (as well as any sport), playing cards 
with his family, going to the casino, and watching his grandkids in all 
their sporting events. He was determined and persistent, often 
overcoming many hardships through his exceptional faith and witty sense 
of humor. Ray was a role model not only for his children but also 
grandchildren through his honesty, integrity, love of the Lord, family, 
and country, and his dedication to maintaining his physical well-being. 
He was often a man of few words but had a very distinctive presence at 
his children’s competitions.
 Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Lou Kriley of the home in
 Stockton; children, Julie (Corey) Hartner of Belleville, KS, Sherry 
(Michael) Reimer of Great Bend, KS, Daniel (Ginger) Kriley of Stockton, 
Amy (Jimmy) Moison of Ozark, MO, and Korina (Keith) Shelman of Meriden, 
KS; 12 grandchildren; and his “good and faithful dog”, Fancy.
 Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Irene Kriley; 
brother, Robert Kriley; grandson, Noah Shelman; and nephews John Wickham
 and Jacob Corwin.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, February 15, 
2021, at 10:30 a.m., at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Stockton with 
burial to follow in the St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be
 on Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Vigil and Rosary Service at 
7:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Stockton.
 Memorials are suggested to Stockton Fire Dept., Stockton EMS, or 
Serenity Carpenter Family and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Raymond 'Ray' William Kriley

Michael Paul Mauney, 32, passed away February 6, 2021, at the University of Kansas Health System Pawnee Valley Campus, Larned.

He was born March 17, 1988, in Great Bend, the son of Michael R. and Connie S. Penka Mauney.

A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer. He enjoyed making movies 
with his GoPro while farming, enjoyed music, spending time with friends 
and family, and his cat, Archer.

Survivors include: his parents, Michael and Connie Mauney, Larned; 
two sisters, Shanna (Benn) Maddox, and Crystal (Chad) Elliott, both of 
Great Bend; and 6 nieces and nephews, Jaydan, Breckyn, Raelyn, and Evynn
 Elliott, and Mylee and Gavynn Maddox.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 11, 2021, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Ryan Webster 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. Wednesday, February 10, 2021,&nbsp; at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00
 p.m.

Memorials may be given to Children’s Mercy Hospital or St. Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Michael Paul Mauney, 32, passed away February 6, 2021, at the University of Kansas Health System Pawnee Valley Campus, Larned.He was born March 17, 1988, in Great Bend, the son of Michael R. and Connie S. Penka Mauney.A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer. He enjoyed making movies 
with his GoPro while farming, enjoyed music, spending time with friends 
and family, and his cat, Archer.Survivors include: his parents, Michael and Connie Mauney, Larned; 
two sisters, Shanna (Benn) Maddox, and Crystal (Chad) Elliott, both of 
Great Bend; and 6 nieces and nephews, Jaydan, Breckyn, Raelyn, and Evynn
 Elliott, and Mylee and Gavynn Maddox.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 11, 2021, at 
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Ryan Webster 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. Wednesday, February 10, 2021,&nbsp; at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00
 p.m.Memorials may be given to Children’s Mercy Hospital or St. Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, Kansas 67550.

Michael Paul Mauney

Roy Chatham Jr., 98, of Osborne, KS, passed away on Thursday, 
February 4, 2021 at Parkview Care Center of Osborne, KS. &nbsp;On December 1,
 1922, he was born to Roy &amp; Edith (Lane) Chatham at Luray, KS. &nbsp;When
 Roy was a young boy, his parents moved their family to a farm northeast
 of Luray, in the Cheyenne Community where he farmed and ranched from 
1947 until April, 2012.&nbsp;

Roy attended Potterville School through the 8th grade and graduated 
from Osborne High School with the Class of 1942. &nbsp;During WWII, he was 
stationed in Panama as a Marine CPL.

On August 24, 1946, Roy&nbsp;married Margaret Evelyn Fenton.

Roy is survived by his wife, Margaret, of 74 years; daughters: Karen 
(Patrick) Call of Newton, KS; Rita (William) Blauvelt, of Superior, 
NE;&nbsp;sisters: Naomi Copeland of Topeka, KS; Virginia True of Holt, MO; 1 
grandson: Garrett (Sarah) Call; 3 great-grandchildren.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents; 1 brother, Randall; 7 sisters: Wilma, Letha, Velma, Eulah, Stella, Nadine &amp; Izora.

Services are pending with Clark-Gashaw Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Roy Chatham Jr., 98, of Osborne, KS, passed away on Thursday, 
February 4, 2021 at Parkview Care Center of Osborne, KS. &nbsp;On December 1,
 1922, he was born to Roy &amp; Edith (Lane) Chatham at Luray, KS. &nbsp;When
 Roy was a young boy, his parents moved their family to a farm northeast
 of Luray, in the Cheyenne Community where he farmed and ranched from 
1947 until April, 2012.&nbsp;Roy attended Potterville School through the 8th grade and graduated 
from Osborne High School with the Class of 1942. &nbsp;During WWII, he was 
stationed in Panama as a Marine CPL.On August 24, 1946, Roy&nbsp;married Margaret Evelyn Fenton.Roy is survived by his wife, Margaret, of 74 years; daughters: Karen 
(Patrick) Call of Newton, KS; Rita (William) Blauvelt, of Superior, 
NE;&nbsp;sisters: Naomi Copeland of Topeka, KS; Virginia True of Holt, MO; 1 
grandson: Garrett (Sarah) Call; 3 great-grandchildren.Roy is preceded in death by his parents; 1 brother, Randall; 7 sisters: Wilma, Letha, Velma, Eulah, Stella, Nadine &amp; Izora.Services are pending with Clark-Gashaw Funeral Home.

Roy Chatham Jr.

Vic Schoenberger Jr., 71, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Friday, 
February 5, 2021, at HaysMed of pneumonia. Vic was born July 22, 1949, in
 Quinter, KS to Victor, Sr. and Lydia (Kreutzer) Schoenberger. He grew 
up in WaKeeney, Kansas. As a Freshman in high school Vic attended 
Seminary school in Oklahoma City, OK for 1 year &amp; returned to Trego 
County &amp; graduated from Trego Community High School with the class 
of 1967. He married Sandy Kroeger on November 15, 1969. They had three 
children: Tonya, Tracey and Vickie. They divorced in 2002.
 He was drafted in 1971 &amp; went to Fort Leonard Wood, MO. Then 
went to Korea where he was a helicopter mechanic &amp; came home to 
Junction City, KS where he was honorably discharged in 1974. He went to 
work on the family farm as well as John Deere in WaKeeney. After leaving
 John Deere Vic &amp; his brother Kenny took over the family farm. He 
was there until 1997. In answering an ad in the newspaper Vic took his 
dream job in Mankato, KS of driving a combine &amp; working for Carl 
Figgins Custom Harvesting &amp; later Mankato Livestock. He always said,
 “those were the best years of my life.” Vic lived in Mankato for 22 
years. On May 14, 2011, he married Colleen Wedermyer and moved back to 
the WaKeeney area in 2017. Vic &amp; Colleen made their home on a farm 
in southern Trego County; he worked for GG&amp;T Cattle Company, Gove 
County. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, VFW in WaKeeney and 
American Legion in Jewell County. Vic was a hard worker all of his life.
 If you met him, you wouldn’t forget him. He never met a stranger. He 
was a very giving man and helped others any time he could. His family 
&amp; his faith were very important to him. He loved any social 
gathering &amp; playing cards. 
 Vic is survived by his wife, Colleen; daughters, Tonya Pearson 
(Jerot) and Vickie Greener (David) both of Gardner, Kansas, son, Tracey 
Schoenberger of Kansas City; stepchildren, Staci Kessinger (Mike) and 
DeAnne Spencer (Cody) both of Hays, Kansas; siblings: Verlene Wilson of 
WaKeeney, JD Schoenberger (Georgette) of Butte, New Mexico, Phyllis 
Steiben (Gene) of Colorado Springs, Martin Schoenberger (Carolyn), 
Wayne, Mary Jo McCoy (Bob), Kevin Schoenberger (Tracey), and Gerard 
Schoenberger (Amy) all of WaKeeney, Kansas; sister-in law, Peggy 
Schoenberger of Russell, Kansas; grandchildren, Megan Schoenberger and 
Caleb, Zach, and Bethany Pearson, Seth and Matthew Greener, and Trevor 
Sutter; Stepgrandchildren, Abram, Leo, and Elihu; great-grandchildren, 
Graysan and Quinntan.
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Lydia Schoenberger and brothers, Kenny &amp; Jim Schoenberger.
 Visitation will be 5-7 pm with Vigil and Rosary Service following at
 Christ the King Catholic Parish Center in WaKeeney, Kansas, February 
10, 2021.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, February 11, 2021 
at the Christ The King Catholic Church in WaKeeney, Kansas at 11:00 A.M.
 Lunch will follow at the V.F.W. Post #3449.
 Memorials are suggested to Catholic Charities or Trego Food Pantry 
and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, 
Hoxie, Kansas. Please wear a mask and social distance and thank you for
 doing so.

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 </figure>Vic Schoenberger Jr., 71, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Friday, 
February 5, 2021, at HaysMed of pneumonia. Vic was born July 22, 1949, in
 Quinter, KS to Victor, Sr. and Lydia (Kreutzer) Schoenberger. He grew 
up in WaKeeney, Kansas. As a Freshman in high school Vic attended 
Seminary school in Oklahoma City, OK for 1 year &amp; returned to Trego 
County &amp; graduated from Trego Community High School with the class 
of 1967. He married Sandy Kroeger on November 15, 1969. They had three 
children: Tonya, Tracey and Vickie. They divorced in 2002.
 He was drafted in 1971 &amp; went to Fort Leonard Wood, MO. Then 
went to Korea where he was a helicopter mechanic &amp; came home to 
Junction City, KS where he was honorably discharged in 1974. He went to 
work on the family farm as well as John Deere in WaKeeney. After leaving
 John Deere Vic &amp; his brother Kenny took over the family farm. He 
was there until 1997. In answering an ad in the newspaper Vic took his 
dream job in Mankato, KS of driving a combine &amp; working for Carl 
Figgins Custom Harvesting &amp; later Mankato Livestock. He always said,
 “those were the best years of my life.” Vic lived in Mankato for 22 
years. On May 14, 2011, he married Colleen Wedermyer and moved back to 
the WaKeeney area in 2017. Vic &amp; Colleen made their home on a farm 
in southern Trego County; he worked for GG&amp;T Cattle Company, Gove 
County. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, VFW in WaKeeney and 
American Legion in Jewell County. Vic was a hard worker all of his life.
 If you met him, you wouldn’t forget him. He never met a stranger. He 
was a very giving man and helped others any time he could. His family 
&amp; his faith were very important to him. He loved any social 
gathering &amp; playing cards. 
 Vic is survived by his wife, Colleen; daughters, Tonya Pearson 
(Jerot) and Vickie Greener (David) both of Gardner, Kansas, son, Tracey 
Schoenberger of Kansas City; stepchildren, Staci Kessinger (Mike) and 
DeAnne Spencer (Cody) both of Hays, Kansas; siblings: Verlene Wilson of 
WaKeeney, JD Schoenberger (Georgette) of Butte, New Mexico, Phyllis 
Steiben (Gene) of Colorado Springs, Martin Schoenberger (Carolyn), 
Wayne, Mary Jo McCoy (Bob), Kevin Schoenberger (Tracey), and Gerard 
Schoenberger (Amy) all of WaKeeney, Kansas; sister-in law, Peggy 
Schoenberger of Russell, Kansas; grandchildren, Megan Schoenberger and 
Caleb, Zach, and Bethany Pearson, Seth and Matthew Greener, and Trevor 
Sutter; Stepgrandchildren, Abram, Leo, and Elihu; great-grandchildren, 
Graysan and Quinntan.
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Lydia Schoenberger and brothers, Kenny &amp; Jim Schoenberger.
 Visitation will be 5-7 pm with Vigil and Rosary Service following at
 Christ the King Catholic Parish Center in WaKeeney, Kansas, February 
10, 2021.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, February 11, 2021 
at the Christ The King Catholic Church in WaKeeney, Kansas at 11:00 A.M.
 Lunch will follow at the V.F.W. Post #3449.
 Memorials are suggested to Catholic Charities or Trego Food Pantry 
and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, 
Hoxie, Kansas. Please wear a mask and social distance and thank you for
 doing so.

Vic Schoenberger Jr.

Marie M. Hoss, 99, died Sunday, February 7, 2021, at the Rice County 
District Hospital, Lyons, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born September 8, 1921, the 
daughter of Frank Miller and Louise (Zecha) Miller.&nbsp; She married Basil 
K. Hoss on October 18, 1949, in Claflin.&nbsp; He died March 7, 1982.

Marie was a homemaker, caregiver, and bookkeeper for Hoss Standard 
Service Station.&nbsp; She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic
 Church, Altar Society, and former member of the Daughters of Isabella 
in Claflin.&nbsp;

Survivors include; sons, Jeffrey (Mary Lou) of Manhattan, Gregory of 
Belle Plain, and Dennis (Deanna) of Lecompton; daughters, Vicky Folk 
(Jerry) of Bushton, and Mary Jo Gifford of Topeka; sisters, Teresa 
Dolechek of Hoisington, and Roberta Prosser of Hoisington; 14 
grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband and five siblings, Martin 
and William “Bill” Miller, Leona Leiker, Rita Doll and Doris Smith; and 
son-in-law, Dennis Gifford.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

There will be a Vigil service &nbsp;and Rosary will begin at 7 p.m., 
Wednesday, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Claflin, Kansas.&nbsp; Mass of 
Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Thursday, February 11th, 
2021, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, celebrated 
by Father Terrance Klein and Father Meinrad Miller.&nbsp; Burial will follow 
in the Claflin Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorials may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or
 Claflin Ambulance, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146,
 Hoisington, KS 67544.

Marie M. Hoss, 99, died Sunday, February 7, 2021, at the Rice County 
District Hospital, Lyons, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born September 8, 1921, the 
daughter of Frank Miller and Louise (Zecha) Miller.&nbsp; She married Basil 
K. Hoss on October 18, 1949, in Claflin.&nbsp; He died March 7, 1982.Marie was a homemaker, caregiver, and bookkeeper for Hoss Standard 
Service Station.&nbsp; She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic
 Church, Altar Society, and former member of the Daughters of Isabella 
in Claflin.&nbsp;Survivors include; sons, Jeffrey (Mary Lou) of Manhattan, Gregory of 
Belle Plain, and Dennis (Deanna) of Lecompton; daughters, Vicky Folk 
(Jerry) of Bushton, and Mary Jo Gifford of Topeka; sisters, Teresa 
Dolechek of Hoisington, and Roberta Prosser of Hoisington; 14 
grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband and five siblings, Martin 
and William “Bill” Miller, Leona Leiker, Rita Doll and Doris Smith; and 
son-in-law, Dennis Gifford.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.There will be a Vigil service &nbsp;and Rosary will begin at 7 p.m., 
Wednesday, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Claflin, Kansas.&nbsp; Mass of 
Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Thursday, February 11th, 
2021, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, celebrated 
by Father Terrance Klein and Father Meinrad Miller.&nbsp; Burial will follow 
in the Claflin Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorials may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or
 Claflin Ambulance, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146,
 Hoisington, KS 67544.

Marie M. Hoss

Patrick Bernard Linsner, 64, passed away February 4, 2021, at Clara 
Barton Hospital in Hoisington. He was born July 17, 1956, at Great Bend 
to Robert &amp; Lois (Ehly) Linsner.

A lifetime area resident, Patrick was a current Great Bend resident. 
He was a truck driver for Old Dominion and a member of Prince of Peace 
Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Patrick enjoyed hunting, 
fishing, crafts, tinkering with cars and was a jokester. He especially 
enjoyed spending time with his family.

Survivors include, his wife, Emma Linsner of Great Bend; a son, Jason
 Linsner and wife Desiree of Great Bend; two daughters, Laura Linsner, 
and Lisa Linsner, both of Great Bend; three brothers, Joe Linsner of 
Hoisington, Larry Linsner and wife Charlotte of Victoria, and James 
Linsner and wife Sheila of Wichita; two sisters, Pamela Redetzke and 
husband Norman of Salina, and Rhonda Herman and husband Don of Wichita; a
 sister in law, Margie Linsner of Wichita; and two grandchildren, Chance
 Kuhn and Jaydon Linsner. He was preceded in death by his parents; a 
brother, Bobby Linsner; and a sister and brother in law, Ann and Rick 
Schenk.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A rosary 
will be at 1:30 p.m. and&nbsp; memorial service at&nbsp; 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, 
February 10, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with Father Don Bedore 
presiding. Memorials have been designated to Cheyenne Sportsman Club, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Patrick Bernard Linsner, 64, passed away February 4, 2021, at Clara 
Barton Hospital in Hoisington. He was born July 17, 1956, at Great Bend 
to Robert &amp; Lois (Ehly) Linsner.A lifetime area resident, Patrick was a current Great Bend resident. 
He was a truck driver for Old Dominion and a member of Prince of Peace 
Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Patrick enjoyed hunting, 
fishing, crafts, tinkering with cars and was a jokester. He especially 
enjoyed spending time with his family.Survivors include, his wife, Emma Linsner of Great Bend; a son, Jason
 Linsner and wife Desiree of Great Bend; two daughters, Laura Linsner, 
and Lisa Linsner, both of Great Bend; three brothers, Joe Linsner of 
Hoisington, Larry Linsner and wife Charlotte of Victoria, and James 
Linsner and wife Sheila of Wichita; two sisters, Pamela Redetzke and 
husband Norman of Salina, and Rhonda Herman and husband Don of Wichita; a
 sister in law, Margie Linsner of Wichita; and two grandchildren, Chance
 Kuhn and Jaydon Linsner. He was preceded in death by his parents; a 
brother, Bobby Linsner; and a sister and brother in law, Ann and Rick 
Schenk.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A rosary 
will be at 1:30 p.m. and&nbsp; memorial service at&nbsp; 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, 
February 10, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with Father Don Bedore 
presiding. Memorials have been designated to Cheyenne Sportsman Club, in
 care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Patrick Bernard Linsner

Gordon V. Shadle passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021, at the Rooks 
County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas, at the age of 76. He was 
born on April 2, 1944 in Mount Vernon, Washington to Paul and Ruth 
Shadle. Gordon was united in marriage to Maryanne Ottley on March 30, 
1967 and to this union 4 children were born: Danny, Paul, Lisa, and 
Bobby.
 Gordon grew up around Bow, Washington. He graduated high school in 
Washington in 1964 and then enlisted in the United States Army. He 
served faithfully for 4 years until he was honorably discharged. Gordon 
moved around Kansas as a ranch hand before he found a home in Colby, 
Kansas where he worked for over 20 years as a state grain inspector. He 
loved to spend time outdoors, fishing and hunting.
 He is survived by his children, Danny Shadle of Conway, AR, Paul 
(Arloah) Shadle of Plainville, KS, Lisa Shadle of Lincoln, NE, and Bobby
 Shadle of Colby, KS; three grandchildren, Myke (Lee) Lyles, Sean 
Shadle, and Audri Shadle; and one great-grandson, Roman Lyles. 
 Gordon is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Ruth Shadle and several brothers and sisters.
 The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life Service on 
Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the American Legion in Colby, Kansas from
 1 PM until 4 PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Webster State Park and may be sent in
 care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 
67663.

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 </figure>Gordon V. Shadle passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021, at the Rooks 
County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas, at the age of 76. He was 
born on April 2, 1944 in Mount Vernon, Washington to Paul and Ruth 
Shadle. Gordon was united in marriage to Maryanne Ottley on March 30, 
1967 and to this union 4 children were born: Danny, Paul, Lisa, and 
Bobby.
 Gordon grew up around Bow, Washington. He graduated high school in 
Washington in 1964 and then enlisted in the United States Army. He 
served faithfully for 4 years until he was honorably discharged. Gordon 
moved around Kansas as a ranch hand before he found a home in Colby, 
Kansas where he worked for over 20 years as a state grain inspector. He 
loved to spend time outdoors, fishing and hunting.
 He is survived by his children, Danny Shadle of Conway, AR, Paul 
(Arloah) Shadle of Plainville, KS, Lisa Shadle of Lincoln, NE, and Bobby
 Shadle of Colby, KS; three grandchildren, Myke (Lee) Lyles, Sean 
Shadle, and Audri Shadle; and one great-grandson, Roman Lyles. 
 Gordon is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Ruth Shadle and several brothers and sisters.
 The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life Service on 
Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the American Legion in Colby, Kansas from
 1 PM until 4 PM. 
 Memorials are suggested to the Webster State Park and may be sent in
 care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 
67663.

Gordon V. Shadle

&nbsp;Steve Wayne Wilkinson, age 61, of Gorham, Kansas, died Saturday, February 6, 2021, at his home.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp;Steve Wayne Wilkinson, age 61, of Gorham, Kansas, died Saturday, February 6, 2021, at his home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp;

 Steve William Wilkinson

Robert Ryan Svoboda was born June 22, 1970 in Sioux City, Iowa to Al and
 Barbara (Rosemeyer) Svoboda. He passed away on January 28, 2021 in 
Oberlin, KS at the age of 50 after one week of COVID with underlying 
health conditions.
 Robert grew up in Sioux City. He married Shirly Rowell on June 23, 
1991 on the Queen Mary ship in California. He enjoyed playing games on 
his phone, work with his hands in the tile and construction industry.
 He is survived by wife Shirly Svoboda of Oberlin, KS; son, Anthony 
Svoboda of Oberlin, KS; sister, Michelle Strong of Lincoln, NE and Lori 
Hackney of Harris, IA; mother, Barbara Rosemeyer of Sioux City, IA; 
several nieces and nephews and his dogs Princeton and Rebel. He was 
preceded in death by father, Alfred Svoboda; stepfather, Rod Rosemeyer; 
brother, Tony Boltz; mother-in-law, Liz Rowell; and an uncle and all 
grandparents.
 Now pain free and at peace. Always in our hearts and prayers, forever missed.

Robert Ryan Svoboda was born June 22, 1970 in Sioux City, Iowa to Al and
 Barbara (Rosemeyer) Svoboda. He passed away on January 28, 2021 in 
Oberlin, KS at the age of 50 after one week of COVID with underlying 
health conditions.
 Robert grew up in Sioux City. He married Shirly Rowell on June 23, 
1991 on the Queen Mary ship in California. He enjoyed playing games on 
his phone, work with his hands in the tile and construction industry.
 He is survived by wife Shirly Svoboda of Oberlin, KS; son, Anthony 
Svoboda of Oberlin, KS; sister, Michelle Strong of Lincoln, NE and Lori 
Hackney of Harris, IA; mother, Barbara Rosemeyer of Sioux City, IA; 
several nieces and nephews and his dogs Princeton and Rebel. He was 
preceded in death by father, Alfred Svoboda; stepfather, Rod Rosemeyer; 
brother, Tony Boltz; mother-in-law, Liz Rowell; and an uncle and all 
grandparents.
 Now pain free and at peace. Always in our hearts and prayers, forever missed.

Robert Ryan Svoboda

Gloria Hagen, age 64 of Hays, Kansas 
passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Hays Medical Center. Gloria
 was born on October 24, 1956 to Oscar and Betty (Sparks) Hagen. She 
attended schools in Ellis including a couple of early years at Star 
School, which was a country school. She also went to Hutchinson 
Community College.&nbsp;

Gloria held long-term jobs, including 
Klines, Stage and most recently Walmart. As a member of the Ellis VFW 
Auxiliary. After her mother passed away she took over putting out 
Auxiliary flags on Memorial Day weekend for members who had passed away.
 Gloria was a die-hard animal lover. There were times when driving out 
in the country, she would pull over and move a turtle to the side of the
 road so it would not get hit.

Gloria is survived by brothers Rex 
Hagen of Ellis and Ralph Sparks of Hays; sisters, Ellen Berry and Annys 
Pfannenstiel both of Hays; nephews, Justin Berry and Russell Berry both 
of Colby, Jody Hagen (Debbie) of Hays; niece, Laurel Sparks Beebe of 
Washington State; great nephew, Krystian Hagen; great nieces, Mykaela 
Hagen, Annzlee Berry, Tristan Jay, and Maigen Jay.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a nephew, Benjamin Sparks and a brother-in-law Danny Pfannenstiel.

Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday February 9, 2021 at Christ Lutheran Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery Ellis. Services will be livestreamed <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Christ-Lutheran-Church-111688785534530">HERE</a>.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday 9:30 AM until service time at the church.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 be used according to the wishes of the family. Arrangements in care of 
Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 </figure>Gloria Hagen, age 64 of Hays, Kansas 
passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Hays Medical Center. Gloria
 was born on October 24, 1956 to Oscar and Betty (Sparks) Hagen. She 
attended schools in Ellis including a couple of early years at Star 
School, which was a country school. She also went to Hutchinson 
Community College.&nbsp;Gloria held long-term jobs, including 
Klines, Stage and most recently Walmart. As a member of the Ellis VFW 
Auxiliary. After her mother passed away she took over putting out 
Auxiliary flags on Memorial Day weekend for members who had passed away.
 Gloria was a die-hard animal lover. There were times when driving out 
in the country, she would pull over and move a turtle to the side of the
 road so it would not get hit.Gloria is survived by brothers Rex 
Hagen of Ellis and Ralph Sparks of Hays; sisters, Ellen Berry and Annys 
Pfannenstiel both of Hays; nephews, Justin Berry and Russell Berry both 
of Colby, Jody Hagen (Debbie) of Hays; niece, Laurel Sparks Beebe of 
Washington State; great nephew, Krystian Hagen; great nieces, Mykaela 
Hagen, Annzlee Berry, Tristan Jay, and Maigen Jay.She was preceded in death by her parents; a nephew, Benjamin Sparks and a brother-in-law Danny Pfannenstiel.Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday February 9, 2021 at Christ Lutheran Church in Ellis. Burial will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery Ellis. Services will be livestreamed <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Christ-Lutheran-Church-111688785534530">HERE</a>.&nbsp; Visitation will be Tuesday 9:30 AM until service time at the church.&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to
 be used according to the wishes of the family. Arrangements in care of 
Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Gloria Hagen

July 22, 1949
 -
 February 5, 2021

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Victor--Vic-Schoenberger-Jr?obId=19899349#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>July 22, 1949
 -
 February 5, 2021 An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Victor--Vic-Schoenberger-Jr?obId=19899349#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Victor 'Vic' Schoenberger Jr.

Mary Louise (Romey) Wolf, 80, Hays, died Saturday, February 6, 2021 at HaysMed.

She was born September 28, 1940 in 
Ellis, the daughter of Tony and Marcella (Copp) Romey.&nbsp; In 1959 she 
graduated from Ellis High School.&nbsp; On June 18, 1960 she was united in 
marriage to Leon Wolf at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis, and they 
celebrated 60 years of marriage.&nbsp; She was a housewife and loved being a 
daycare provider, especially when caring for her grandchildren and 
extended family.&nbsp; Mary was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a 
proud Ellis Railer and KC Royals fan, liked bowling, and was a great 
supporter of her grandchildren and loved attending all of their sporting
 events and activities.

Survivors include her husband Leon of 
Hays, four daughters: Kim Campbell and Pam Gaschler and husband Terry, 
all of Hays, Sherri Mong and husband Jerry of Las Vegas, NV, and Janelle
 Williams and husband Terry of Russell, a sister: Vickie Weber of Ellis,
 12 grandchildren: Ashley Lang, Alexis, Allison, and Adam Campbell, 
Nicki Younger, Natalie Reuter, Taryn Graham, Sierra Diehl, Chelsea and 
Hailey Mong, Sagan Schultz and Tyler Williams, and nine great 
grandchildren: Anthony, Hunter, and Elyse Lang, Aleigha Reuter, Carson 
and Lucas Younger, and Trinity, Laylah, and Kysen Graham.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers: Bob, Kenneth, and Luke Romey.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Anthony 
Cemetery, Schoenchen.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 pm on 
Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be made payable to: Ellis 
County Cancer Society, St. Mary’s Catholic School, or to St. Joseph 
Catholic Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mary may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Mary Louise (Romey) Wolf, 80, Hays, died Saturday, February 6, 2021 at HaysMed.She was born September 28, 1940 in 
Ellis, the daughter of Tony and Marcella (Copp) Romey.&nbsp; In 1959 she 
graduated from Ellis High School.&nbsp; On June 18, 1960 she was united in 
marriage to Leon Wolf at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis, and they 
celebrated 60 years of marriage.&nbsp; She was a housewife and loved being a 
daycare provider, especially when caring for her grandchildren and 
extended family.&nbsp; Mary was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a 
proud Ellis Railer and KC Royals fan, liked bowling, and was a great 
supporter of her grandchildren and loved attending all of their sporting
 events and activities.Survivors include her husband Leon of 
Hays, four daughters: Kim Campbell and Pam Gaschler and husband Terry, 
all of Hays, Sherri Mong and husband Jerry of Las Vegas, NV, and Janelle
 Williams and husband Terry of Russell, a sister: Vickie Weber of Ellis,
 12 grandchildren: Ashley Lang, Alexis, Allison, and Adam Campbell, 
Nicki Younger, Natalie Reuter, Taryn Graham, Sierra Diehl, Chelsea and 
Hailey Mong, Sagan Schultz and Tyler Williams, and nine great 
grandchildren: Anthony, Hunter, and Elyse Lang, Aleigha Reuter, Carson 
and Lucas Younger, and Trinity, Laylah, and Kysen Graham.She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers: Bob, Kenneth, and Luke Romey.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Anthony 
Cemetery, Schoenchen.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 pm on 
Wednesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to: Ellis 
County Cancer Society, St. Mary’s Catholic School, or to St. Joseph 
Catholic Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mary may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Mary Louise (Romey) Wolf

Ruby Mae Atkinson, 75, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, January 29, 2021, at her home in Russell.

Ruby was born on November 19, 1945, to Mrs Wanda (Bean) Pickering in Polk County, Missouri.

She is survived by her children son Robert Atkinson of Russell, 
Kansas; daughters Barbara Ortiz of Oxnard, California and &nbsp;Rita Cordova 
of Colorado; 2 granddaughters, 5 grandsons, 5 great grand kids; Sisters 
Liz Simmons of Russell, Kansas, Vickie Goodwillie of Eugene, Oregon and 
Debbie Milam and Mary Hulett both of Russell, Kansas and one brother Tom
 Pickering of Mobile, Alabama.

She was preceded in death by Victor and Wanda Hulett; Sisters 
Phyllis, Patty, Bonnie and brothers Kenny, Bobby, and Virgil. Cremation 
has been selected by the family and a private family service will take 
place at a later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas is in charge of the arrangements.

Ruby Mae Atkinson, 75, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, January 29, 2021, at her home in Russell.Ruby was born on November 19, 1945, to Mrs Wanda (Bean) Pickering in Polk County, Missouri.She is survived by her children son Robert Atkinson of Russell, 
Kansas; daughters Barbara Ortiz of Oxnard, California and &nbsp;Rita Cordova 
of Colorado; 2 granddaughters, 5 grandsons, 5 great grand kids; Sisters 
Liz Simmons of Russell, Kansas, Vickie Goodwillie of Eugene, Oregon and 
Debbie Milam and Mary Hulett both of Russell, Kansas and one brother Tom
 Pickering of Mobile, Alabama.She was preceded in death by Victor and Wanda Hulett; Sisters 
Phyllis, Patty, Bonnie and brothers Kenny, Bobby, and Virgil. Cremation 
has been selected by the family and a private family service will take 
place at a later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, 
Kansas is in charge of the arrangements.

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