Gary L. Miller, 79, Hays, died Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at HaysMed.

He was born January 18, 1942, in 
Fremont, Nebraska the son of John and Iris (Long) Miller. He was a 1962 
graduate of Ellis High School and served in the U.S. Army. &nbsp;On May 29, 
1965, he was united in marriage to Bernie Younger in Antonino, Kansas, 
and they celebrated 55 years of marriage. &nbsp;He was a truck driver and in 
his retirement years, worked at Minooka Park at Wilson Lake.&nbsp; He was a 
member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
woodworking, woodburning, and meticulously caring for his vehicles.&nbsp; 
Gary and Bernie spent many years together camping and traveling, with 
long stays in Arizona and visiting other states including Alaska and 
Hawaii.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife Bernie of 
Hays, two sons: Chris Miller and wife Melody of Kansas City and Steve 
Miller and wife Emily of Hays, a brother: Jack Miller of Greeley, CO, a 
sister-in-law: Barbara Miller of Salina, four grandchildren: Mason, 
Zach, and Chloe Miller, and Aaron Holmberg, and a granddaughter due in 
June.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Ron Miller.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Our Lady Help of Christians 
Catholic Church in Antonino. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
 Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on Friday at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at 
the church. &nbsp;Memorials may be made payable to: Our Lady Help of 
Christians Cemetery Fund or to St. Joseph Food Pantry. &nbsp;Condolences and 
memories of Gary may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Gary L. Miller, 79, Hays, died Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at HaysMed.He was born January 18, 1942, in 
Fremont, Nebraska the son of John and Iris (Long) Miller. He was a 1962 
graduate of Ellis High School and served in the U.S. Army. &nbsp;On May 29, 
1965, he was united in marriage to Bernie Younger in Antonino, Kansas, 
and they celebrated 55 years of marriage. &nbsp;He was a truck driver and in 
his retirement years, worked at Minooka Park at Wilson Lake.&nbsp; He was a 
member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
woodworking, woodburning, and meticulously caring for his vehicles.&nbsp; 
Gary and Bernie spent many years together camping and traveling, with 
long stays in Arizona and visiting other states including Alaska and 
Hawaii.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Bernie of 
Hays, two sons: Chris Miller and wife Melody of Kansas City and Steve 
Miller and wife Emily of Hays, a brother: Jack Miller of Greeley, CO, a 
sister-in-law: Barbara Miller of Salina, four grandchildren: Mason, 
Zach, and Chloe Miller, and Aaron Holmberg, and a granddaughter due in 
June.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Ron Miller.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Our Lady Help of Christians 
Catholic Church in Antonino. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
 Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on Friday at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday at 
the church. &nbsp;Memorials may be made payable to: Our Lady Help of 
Christians Cemetery Fund or to St. Joseph Food Pantry. &nbsp;Condolences and 
memories of Gary may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Gary L. Miller

Theresa A. Basgall, 92, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Monday, February 1, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

Theresa was born January 1, 1929, in Schoenchen, Kansas, the daughter
 of Alex and Pauline (Graf) Munsch.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of 
Ellis County, Kansas, and Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was a homemaker.

She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

On May 13, 1947, she married John W. Basgall, Jr..&nbsp; He preceded her in death July 5, 2003.

Survivors include:&nbsp; one son, Terrence “Terry” Basgall, La Crosse, 
Kansas; one daughter in law, Pam Basgall, Hobbs, New Mexico; four 
grandchildren, Connie Basgall, Hobbs, New Mexico, Becky Rolan (John), 
Hobbs, New Mexico, Adam Basgall, Lubbock, Texas, and Nicholas Basgall, 
Charlotte, North Carolina; six great grandchildren; and 14 great great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, Gary 
Basgall; nine siblings, Lorraine Herrman, Martina Legleiter, Agnes 
McMichael, George Munsch, Eleanor Basgall, Agedius “Whitey” Munsch, 
Edmund Munsch, Estella Brening, and Hilda Marie Munsch; and&nbsp; eight step 
siblings, Albina Beer, Albinus Munsch, Felicita Weichen, Severin Munsch,
 Jerome Munsch, Ted Wolf, Coletta Pfannenstiel, and Teckla Gabel.

Visitation will be Friday, February 5, 2021, from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Church visitation will be Saturday, February 6, 2021, from 9:00 A.M. 
to 9:50 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Saturday, February 6, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at 
St. Michaels Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, 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.

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

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

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

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 </figure>Theresa A. Basgall, 92, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Monday, February 1, 2021, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.Theresa was born January 1, 1929, in Schoenchen, Kansas, the daughter
 of Alex and Pauline (Graf) Munsch.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of 
Ellis County, Kansas, and Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was a homemaker.She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.On May 13, 1947, she married John W. Basgall, Jr..&nbsp; He preceded her in death July 5, 2003.Survivors include:&nbsp; one son, Terrence “Terry” Basgall, La Crosse, 
Kansas; one daughter in law, Pam Basgall, Hobbs, New Mexico; four 
grandchildren, Connie Basgall, Hobbs, New Mexico, Becky Rolan (John), 
Hobbs, New Mexico, Adam Basgall, Lubbock, Texas, and Nicholas Basgall, 
Charlotte, North Carolina; six great grandchildren; and 14 great great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, Gary 
Basgall; nine siblings, Lorraine Herrman, Martina Legleiter, Agnes 
McMichael, George Munsch, Eleanor Basgall, Agedius “Whitey” Munsch, 
Edmund Munsch, Estella Brening, and Hilda Marie Munsch; and&nbsp; eight step 
siblings, Albina Beer, Albinus Munsch, Felicita Weichen, Severin Munsch,
 Jerome Munsch, Ted Wolf, Coletta Pfannenstiel, and Teckla Gabel.Visitation will be Friday, February 5, 2021, from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Church visitation will be Saturday, February 6, 2021, from 9:00 A.M. 
to 9:50 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Saturday, February 6, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at 
St. Michaels Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, 
La Crosse, 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.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517

Theresa A. Basgall

Theresa Ann Gottschalk, age 75, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Hays Medical Center.

Funeral Mass will be Saturday, February
 6, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial will follow 
in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Friday 5 PM - 8 PM 
and Saturday 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

A combined parish vigil service and rosary will be Friday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel.

A complete obituary is pending with&nbsp;Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

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 </figure>Theresa Ann Gottschalk, age 75, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Hays Medical Center.Funeral Mass will be Saturday, February
 6, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial will follow 
in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Friday 5 PM - 8 PM 
and Saturday 9 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined parish vigil service and rosary will be Friday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel.A complete obituary is pending with&nbsp;Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Theresa Ann Gottschalk

Margie Marie LeSage passed away 
Saturday, January 30th, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;
 She was born July 20, 1925, in rural Graham, Kansas to Elery and Blanche
 Fitch.&nbsp; She was the youngest of three children.

She married Chet LeSage on October 16, 
1948.&nbsp; They made their home in Stockton, Kansas until moving to Hays in 
1987.&nbsp; Margie was a beautician for 40 years, most of the time working in
 her shop in her home. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting and sports, 
especially watching KU basketball.&nbsp; Margie was a member of the Christian
 Church in Stockton for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, and a grandson Leon LeSage.

Survivors include her daughter, Sherry 
(Mike) Muir of Hays, KS; stepson Larry LeSage, three granddaughters, 
Stacie (David) Jackson, Amy Muir, and Pamela (Scott) Sprague, and three 
great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to HaysMed 
Hospice. Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in care of 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Private inurnment will be in Stockton, Kansas, at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Margie Marie LeSage passed away 
Saturday, January 30th, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;
 She was born July 20, 1925, in rural Graham, Kansas to Elery and Blanche
 Fitch.&nbsp; She was the youngest of three children.She married Chet LeSage on October 16, 
1948.&nbsp; They made their home in Stockton, Kansas until moving to Hays in 
1987.&nbsp; Margie was a beautician for 40 years, most of the time working in
 her shop in her home. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting and sports, 
especially watching KU basketball.&nbsp; Margie was a member of the Christian
 Church in Stockton for many years.She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, and a grandson Leon LeSage.Survivors include her daughter, Sherry 
(Mike) Muir of Hays, KS; stepson Larry LeSage, three granddaughters, 
Stacie (David) Jackson, Amy Muir, and Pamela (Scott) Sprague, and three 
great-grandchildren.Memorials may be made to HaysMed 
Hospice. Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in care of 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Private inurnment will be in Stockton, Kansas, at a later date.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Margie Marie LeSage

Carolyn M. Barr, 79, passed away Sunday Jan. 31, 2021, at Country 
Place Memory Care, in Hoisington. She was born Jan. 3, 1942, in 
Pratt, the daughter of Arthur and Merle (Hollopeter) Jones. She was 
united in marriage to Gary Barr May 30, 1979 in Hoisington.

Carolyn has been a resident of Hoisington since 1979, coming from 
LaCrosse. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church in Great
 Bend. She was a Sunday school teacher and worked with missionaries. She
 was a member of the Kansas Appaloosa Horse Association and 4-H. Carolyn
 enjoyed showing horses, sewing, baking, and doing crossword puzzles. 
She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include; her husband Gary of the home; children James Brehm
 and wife Deborah of Perry, Desda Brehm of South Carolina, Steven Barr 
and wife Debbie of Cimarron, David Barr and wife Patricia of Wichita, 
Kevin Barr and wife Susan of Minco, Oklahoma, Brad Barr of Hutchinson, 
Kimberly Schneweis and husband Eugene of Hoisington, and Pamela Douglas 
of Houston, Texas; sister, Margaret Hilt of Pratt; twenty-five 
grandchildren including; Michele Berends, Heather Helvie, Alesia 
Schneweis, Jameson, Jenna, and Brandi Brehm, Lezzus Rogers&nbsp; and 
thirty-five great grandchildren including; Matthew, Isabelle, and Isaiah
 Mayers, Izaiah Flowers, Chole and Chance McCain. She was preceded in 
death by her parents, an infant daughter, grandson, Jace Richardson, 
sister, Sharon Jones and brother-in-law, Ivan Hilt.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2021 at New Life Baptist 
Church in Hoisington with Pastor Denny Lewis presiding.

Memorial may be made to Kindred Hospice, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS, 67544.

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 </figure>Carolyn M. Barr, 79, passed away Sunday Jan. 31, 2021, at Country 
Place Memory Care, in Hoisington. She was born Jan. 3, 1942, in 
Pratt, the daughter of Arthur and Merle (Hollopeter) Jones. She was 
united in marriage to Gary Barr May 30, 1979 in Hoisington.Carolyn has been a resident of Hoisington since 1979, coming from 
LaCrosse. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church in Great
 Bend. She was a Sunday school teacher and worked with missionaries. She
 was a member of the Kansas Appaloosa Horse Association and 4-H. Carolyn
 enjoyed showing horses, sewing, baking, and doing crossword puzzles. 
She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Survivors include; her husband Gary of the home; children James Brehm
 and wife Deborah of Perry, Desda Brehm of South Carolina, Steven Barr 
and wife Debbie of Cimarron, David Barr and wife Patricia of Wichita, 
Kevin Barr and wife Susan of Minco, Oklahoma, Brad Barr of Hutchinson, 
Kimberly Schneweis and husband Eugene of Hoisington, and Pamela Douglas 
of Houston, Texas; sister, Margaret Hilt of Pratt; twenty-five 
grandchildren including; Michele Berends, Heather Helvie, Alesia 
Schneweis, Jameson, Jenna, and Brandi Brehm, Lezzus Rogers&nbsp; and 
thirty-five great grandchildren including; Matthew, Isabelle, and Isaiah
 Mayers, Izaiah Flowers, Chole and Chance McCain. She was preceded in 
death by her parents, an infant daughter, grandson, Jace Richardson, 
sister, Sharon Jones and brother-in-law, Ivan Hilt.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2021 at New Life Baptist 
Church in Hoisington with Pastor Denny Lewis presiding.Memorial may be made to Kindred Hospice, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS, 67544.

Carolyn M. Barr | 1942 - 2021 |

Virgil Allen Scott, 93, of Sharon Springs, Kansas, passed away at the Wallace County Community Care Center on January 27, 2021. Allen was born on March 30, 1927, to Roland and Erma (Walters) Scott on the family farm 6 miles south of Wallace in Wallace County, Kansas. He was the youngest of 3 sons, following brothers Roland Jr. and Roy. Allen attended grade school at Prairie View, a one room country school, high school at Wallace High School until it closed in 1943, then graduated from the Wallace County Community High School in Sharon Springs in 1945. In March of 1945, he enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II. Allen returned to Wallace County and the farm following his honorable discharge from the Navy in 1946. In the early 1950s, he attained his private pilot license.&nbsp;

On January 2, 1953, Allen married Berna (Cox) Scott at the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church. They took over the family farm in Wallace County where they raised their loving family. Allen and Berna were blessed with three children; Paula, Virgil Jr. and Lisa. Faith, family and the community were important to Allen. He was a member of the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church and was active in Dover Grange, Eastern Star and Masonic Lodge. Allen and Berna loved to travel together and they saw much of the country during their 68 years of marriage. A few favorite trips were attending the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Speedway and visiting Chicago to celebrate their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.&nbsp;

Allen was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, his daughter Lisa Scott, daughter-in-law Trish Davies and son-in-law Joe Korbe. Allen is survived by his wife, Berna, Sharon Springs, daughter, Paula Korbe, Garden City; son Virgil and wife Diane, Broomfield, CO; six grandchildren, Stephanie Stroud, her husband Brad, Lenexa, KS; Travis Korbe, Wallace, KS; Christopher Korbe, his wife Sarah, Spearville, KS; Andrew Korbe, his wife Hailey, Garden City, KS; Caiti Korbe, Garden City, KS; Nicole Scott, Broomfield, CO; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be Saturday, February 6, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. at the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church, 520 6th&nbsp;Street. Interment following the service will be at the Sharon Springs Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church. The family is requiring that masks be worn at the visitation, funeral service and interment.

The family suggests memorials be contributed to Fort Hays State University Foundation and designated to the Allen and Berna (Cox) Scott Family Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for Wallace County students; or the Wallace County Foundation, designated to the Allen and Berna Scott Endowment. Donations may be left at the service or mailed to Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735. For information and online condolences visit<a href="http://www.batemanfuneral.com/">www.batemanfuneral.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Virgil Allen Scott, 93, of Sharon Springs, Kansas, passed away at the Wallace County Community Care Center on January 27, 2021. Allen was born on March 30, 1927, to Roland and Erma (Walters) Scott on the family farm 6 miles south of Wallace in Wallace County, Kansas. He was the youngest of 3 sons, following brothers Roland Jr. and Roy. Allen attended grade school at Prairie View, a one room country school, high school at Wallace High School until it closed in 1943, then graduated from the Wallace County Community High School in Sharon Springs in 1945. In March of 1945, he enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II. Allen returned to Wallace County and the farm following his honorable discharge from the Navy in 1946. In the early 1950s, he attained his private pilot license.&nbsp;On January 2, 1953, Allen married Berna (Cox) Scott at the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church. They took over the family farm in Wallace County where they raised their loving family. Allen and Berna were blessed with three children; Paula, Virgil Jr. and Lisa. Faith, family and the community were important to Allen. He was a member of the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church and was active in Dover Grange, Eastern Star and Masonic Lodge. Allen and Berna loved to travel together and they saw much of the country during their 68 years of marriage. A few favorite trips were attending the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Speedway and visiting Chicago to celebrate their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary.&nbsp;Allen was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, his daughter Lisa Scott, daughter-in-law Trish Davies and son-in-law Joe Korbe. Allen is survived by his wife, Berna, Sharon Springs, daughter, Paula Korbe, Garden City; son Virgil and wife Diane, Broomfield, CO; six grandchildren, Stephanie Stroud, her husband Brad, Lenexa, KS; Travis Korbe, Wallace, KS; Christopher Korbe, his wife Sarah, Spearville, KS; Andrew Korbe, his wife Hailey, Garden City, KS; Caiti Korbe, Garden City, KS; Nicole Scott, Broomfield, CO; and 18 great-grandchildren.Funeral service will be Saturday, February 6, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. at the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church, 520 6th&nbsp;Street. Interment following the service will be at the Sharon Springs Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church. The family is requiring that masks be worn at the visitation, funeral service and interment.The family suggests memorials be contributed to Fort Hays State University Foundation and designated to the Allen and Berna (Cox) Scott Family Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for Wallace County students; or the Wallace County Foundation, designated to the Allen and Berna Scott Endowment. Donations may be left at the service or mailed to Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735. For information and online condolences visit<a href="http://www.batemanfuneral.com/">www.batemanfuneral.com</a>.&nbsp;

Virgil Allen Scott

Marg Byerley passed away in peace on February 1, 2021 in Mission, KS 
at the age of 87. Marg was born to Conrad and Florence Schumacher on 
June 15, 1933 in Catherine Township, KS. She graduated from Hays High in
 1951. Marg married Thomas James Byerley at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
in Hays, KS on December 29, 1951. They enjoyed 54 years of marriage. Tom
 preceded Marg in death passing on June 27, 2006.  Tom and Marg moved to
 Kansas City in 1957 and to Mission in 1959. They were members of St. 
Pius X Catholic Church in Mission. Marg worked for the dental practice 
of Bruce Evans, DDS located in Fairway, KS for 25 years.

In retirement, Marg and Tom enjoyed a love of
 travel. They traveled to Europe, Mexico, Canada  and throughout the 
country including driving all the way from Kansas to Alaska, not once 
but twice. For many years, during the late summer, they traveled to 
Canada to fish with friends. Marg and Tom were avid dancers and belonged
 to the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club.  

Marg is survived by her sister Linda K. 
Staupp of Liberty Lake, WA, brother-in-law Marvin L. Byerley and his 
wife Billie of Kansas City, KS and sister-in-law Maria Byerley of 
Hinesville, GA. 

The most important part of Marg’s life was 
her family. She is survived by her five children: Deborah A. Byers of 
Prairie Village, KS, Douglas J. Byerley and wife Laurie of Roeland Park,
 KS, Duane T. Byerley and wife Sandra of Mission, KS, Dennis M. Byerley 
and wife Donna of Winchester, KS, and David C. Byerley and wife Michelle
 of Overland Park, KS.
 
Marg was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and many
 other loving nieces, nephews and cousins. It was her love of family and
 her strong faith that gave her the courage to persevere through the 
loss of her dear husband, Tom, and health issues later in her life. 

In accordance with guidance from the Johnson 
County Department of Health and Environment there will not be a 
community celebration of Marg’s life. Her service will be limited to 
immediate family members only. Condolences may be left for the family at
 <a href="https://www.mcgilleyhoge.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.mcgilleyhoge.com</a>. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials to be made in Marg’s name to Catholic Charities of NE Kansas.

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 </figure>Marg Byerley passed away in peace on February 1, 2021 in Mission, KS 
at the age of 87. Marg was born to Conrad and Florence Schumacher on 
June 15, 1933 in Catherine Township, KS. She graduated from Hays High in
 1951. Marg married Thomas James Byerley at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
in Hays, KS on December 29, 1951. They enjoyed 54 years of marriage. Tom
 preceded Marg in death passing on June 27, 2006. Tom and Marg moved to
 Kansas City in 1957 and to Mission in 1959. They were members of St. 
Pius X Catholic Church in Mission. Marg worked for the dental practice 
of Bruce Evans, DDS located in Fairway, KS for 25 years.In retirement, Marg and Tom enjoyed a love of
 travel. They traveled to Europe, Mexico, Canada and throughout the 
country including driving all the way from Kansas to Alaska, not once 
but twice. For many years, during the late summer, they traveled to 
Canada to fish with friends. Marg and Tom were avid dancers and belonged
 to the Merry Mixers Square Dance Club. Marg is survived by her sister Linda K. 
Staupp of Liberty Lake, WA, brother-in-law Marvin L. Byerley and his 
wife Billie of Kansas City, KS and sister-in-law Maria Byerley of 
Hinesville, GA. The most important part of Marg’s life was 
her family. She is survived by her five children: Deborah A. Byers of 
Prairie Village, KS, Douglas J. Byerley and wife Laurie of Roeland Park,
 KS, Duane T. Byerley and wife Sandra of Mission, KS, Dennis M. Byerley 
and wife Donna of Winchester, KS, and David C. Byerley and wife Michelle
 of Overland Park, KS.
 
Marg was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and many
 other loving nieces, nephews and cousins. It was her love of family and
 her strong faith that gave her the courage to persevere through the 
loss of her dear husband, Tom, and health issues later in her life. In accordance with guidance from the Johnson 
County Department of Health and Environment there will not be a 
community celebration of Marg’s life. Her service will be limited to 
immediate family members only. Condolences may be left for the family at
 <a href="https://www.mcgilleyhoge.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.mcgilleyhoge.com</a>. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials to be made in Marg’s name to Catholic Charities of NE Kansas.

Marguerite 'Marg' Rose (Schumacher) Byerley

Dean R. Fairchild, age 89, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021, 
at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 6, 1931, in Scott City, Kansas, the firstborn of twin sons to 
H.R. and Laura Greenlee Fairchild.&nbsp; He attended school in Scott City, 
Kansas, graduating from SCHS in 1949.

Dean joined the US Air Force in 1951 and was trained as an aircraft 
mechanic.&nbsp; He served his country in Texas, Idaho, Colorado, and France 
from 1951 to 1954.

He entered Fort Hays State University in September 1955 earning a BA 
degree in History and a Master of Science in History in 1970.&nbsp; Dean 
began his teaching career at Plymell School, Plymell, Kansas and taught 
from 1960-1961.&nbsp; In August of 1962, he began a 30-year career, teaching 
History at Scott City High School.

In the spring of 1962, Dean married Sandra Wenderott in Scott City, 
Kansas.&nbsp; On May 27, 1972, Dean married Patricia “Pat” Ford in Scott 
City, Kansas.

In 1993 after one year of retirement, Dean and Pat moved to 
Gardnerville, Nevada.&nbsp; In 2003 they relocated to Shell Knob, Missouri 
where they lived for nine years.

In 2011 they moved to Nevada, Iowa, before returning to Scott City in May of 2012.

Dean enjoyed traveling in the RV, camping, wood carving, searching 
for Indian artifacts, reading nonfiction history, ballroom dancing, 
bowling, watching sports on tv, and watching the Scott City Beavers in 
action.

Dean is survived by One Daughter - Ragan &amp; Andrew Bonsi of 
Mission, Kansas, One Son - Brent &amp; Angie Fairchild of Hutchinson, 
Kansas, One Step-Son - Jeff &amp; Kellie Ford of Rathdrum, Idaho, Eleven
 Grandchildren, Twelve Great Grandchildren and close personal friends 
and caretakers - Nancy &amp; Scott Holt of Scott City, Kansas.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 6, 
2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.&nbsp; 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 in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the El Quartelejo Museum 
in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home; PO Box 553; Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday and 10:00 
a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott 
City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Dean R. Fairchild, age 89, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021, 
at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 6, 1931, in Scott City, Kansas, the firstborn of twin sons to 
H.R. and Laura Greenlee Fairchild.&nbsp; He attended school in Scott City, 
Kansas, graduating from SCHS in 1949.Dean joined the US Air Force in 1951 and was trained as an aircraft 
mechanic.&nbsp; He served his country in Texas, Idaho, Colorado, and France 
from 1951 to 1954.He entered Fort Hays State University in September 1955 earning a BA 
degree in History and a Master of Science in History in 1970.&nbsp; Dean 
began his teaching career at Plymell School, Plymell, Kansas and taught 
from 1960-1961.&nbsp; In August of 1962, he began a 30-year career, teaching 
History at Scott City High School.In the spring of 1962, Dean married Sandra Wenderott in Scott City, 
Kansas.&nbsp; On May 27, 1972, Dean married Patricia “Pat” Ford in Scott 
City, Kansas.In 1993 after one year of retirement, Dean and Pat moved to 
Gardnerville, Nevada.&nbsp; In 2003 they relocated to Shell Knob, Missouri 
where they lived for nine years.In 2011 they moved to Nevada, Iowa, before returning to Scott City in May of 2012.Dean enjoyed traveling in the RV, camping, wood carving, searching 
for Indian artifacts, reading nonfiction history, ballroom dancing, 
bowling, watching sports on tv, and watching the Scott City Beavers in 
action.Dean is survived by One Daughter - Ragan &amp; Andrew Bonsi of 
Mission, Kansas, One Son - Brent &amp; Angie Fairchild of Hutchinson, 
Kansas, One Step-Son - Jeff &amp; Kellie Ford of Rathdrum, Idaho, Eleven
 Grandchildren, Twelve Great Grandchildren and close personal friends 
and caretakers - Nancy &amp; Scott Holt of Scott City, Kansas.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 6, 
2021, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Kyle Evans presiding.&nbsp; 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 in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the El Quartelejo Museum 
in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home; PO Box 553; Scott City, Kansas, 
67871.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday and 10:00 
a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott 
City, Kansas.

Dean R. Fairchild

Stacy Carl Olson II, 71, passed away January 31, 2021, at The University of Kansas Health System HaysMed Campus, Hays, KS.

He was born October 21, 1949, in Dodge City, the son of Carl W. and 
Velma C. Anderson Olson.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was a banker and 
financial advisor at Farmers State Bank, Jetmore, where he served as 
past president as well as the board.

He was a member of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Lions Club 
member since 1973, serving in all capacities, was the Jetmore Mayor for 
sixteen years, Cub Scout and Boy Scout Leader, Cemetery Board, Sons Of 
The American Legion and was one of the first EMT and EMT I’s for 
Hodgeman County. Stacy graduated from Hodgeman County High School in 
1968, Fort Hays State University, with a BS in business in 1974 and The 
University of Colorado, School of Banking in 1977.&nbsp; Stacy loved to play 
slow-pitch and he even had a team when he was in college.&nbsp; He also 
enjoyed meeting with friends in the morning at the local coffee shop and
 visiting.&nbsp; Stacy supported all the activities his children and 
grandchildren participated in and enjoyed watching them succeed. He 
loved his family and his family loved him.

On June 1, 1974, he married Marla F. Tracy in Phillipsburg, Ks. &nbsp;She survives.

Other survivors include: a son, Derek (Katie) Olson, Jetmore; two 
daughters, Carla Lowry and Connie Olson, both of Jetmore; five 
grandchildren, Zoe Lowry, Sophie Lowry, Caroline Olson, Shelby Olson and
 Austin Olson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Norman Olson.

Due to covid, a graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, 
February 5, 2021 at the Fairmount Cemetery with Father John Forkuoh 
presiding.&nbsp; Service will be viewable via Facebook live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 
Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount 
Cemetery, Jetmore.

Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County EMS or Hodgeman County Love
 Tree 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>Stacy Carl Olson II, 71, passed away January 31, 2021, at The University of Kansas Health System HaysMed Campus, Hays, KS.He was born October 21, 1949, in Dodge City, the son of Carl W. and 
Velma C. Anderson Olson.&nbsp; A lifetime area resident, he was a banker and 
financial advisor at Farmers State Bank, Jetmore, where he served as 
past president as well as the board.He was a member of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Lions Club 
member since 1973, serving in all capacities, was the Jetmore Mayor for 
sixteen years, Cub Scout and Boy Scout Leader, Cemetery Board, Sons Of 
The American Legion and was one of the first EMT and EMT I’s for 
Hodgeman County. Stacy graduated from Hodgeman County High School in 
1968, Fort Hays State University, with a BS in business in 1974 and The 
University of Colorado, School of Banking in 1977.&nbsp; Stacy loved to play 
slow-pitch and he even had a team when he was in college.&nbsp; He also 
enjoyed meeting with friends in the morning at the local coffee shop and
 visiting.&nbsp; Stacy supported all the activities his children and 
grandchildren participated in and enjoyed watching them succeed. He 
loved his family and his family loved him.On June 1, 1974, he married Marla F. Tracy in Phillipsburg, Ks. &nbsp;She survives.Other survivors include: a son, Derek (Katie) Olson, Jetmore; two 
daughters, Carla Lowry and Connie Olson, both of Jetmore; five 
grandchildren, Zoe Lowry, Sophie Lowry, Caroline Olson, Shelby Olson and
 Austin Olson.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Norman Olson.Due to covid, a graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, 
February 5, 2021 at the Fairmount Cemetery with Father John Forkuoh 
presiding.&nbsp; Service will be viewable via Facebook live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 
Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount 
Cemetery, Jetmore.Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County EMS or Hodgeman County Love
 Tree 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>.

Stacy Carl Olson II

Carol Dianne Pfannenstiel, 75, of Great Bend passed away peacefully 
on Monday, February 1, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She
 was born July 10, 1945, in Great Bend, KS, to William and Doris 
(Siefkes) Jordan. She married Herbert “Herb” J. Pfannenstiel September 
26, 1964, at Great Bend, KS. &nbsp;

Dianne graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963. She worked in 
the banking industry for over 40 years.&nbsp; Her love for animals developed 
at a young age and her passion continued well into adulthood.&nbsp; She 
worked a part time job at Ark Valley Veterinary Clinic for over 20 
years.&nbsp; After retiring in 2011, the family raised and raced greyhound 
dogs until 2017.&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband, Herbert “Herb” J. Pfannenstiel; two 
sons, Shawn (Dawn) Pfannenstiel of Broken Arrow, OK, and Mark (Tambria) 
Pfannenstiel of Wichita; six grandchildren, Crae, Chloe, Brooklyn, 
Taylor, Gavin and Trent; and one sister, Karen Kaul of St. Louis, MO. 
She was preceded in death by her parents.

The visitation is scheduled from 2:00-9:00 PM on Thursday, February 
4, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, located at 1425 S. Patton Rd.&nbsp; An Altar
 Society Rosary will take place at 4:00 PM with a Vigil at 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A 
funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 5, 2021, at
 St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding, 
located at 1412 Baker Ave., with a gravesite burial service to follow at
 Great Bend Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required for all 
services. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dianne’s life. In lieu
 of flowers, donations can be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research 
Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Carol Dianne Pfannenstiel, 75, of Great Bend passed away peacefully 
on Monday, February 1, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She
 was born July 10, 1945, in Great Bend, KS, to William and Doris 
(Siefkes) Jordan. She married Herbert “Herb” J. Pfannenstiel September 
26, 1964, at Great Bend, KS. &nbsp;Dianne graduated from Great Bend High School in 1963. She worked in 
the banking industry for over 40 years.&nbsp; Her love for animals developed 
at a young age and her passion continued well into adulthood.&nbsp; She 
worked a part time job at Ark Valley Veterinary Clinic for over 20 
years.&nbsp; After retiring in 2011, the family raised and raced greyhound 
dogs until 2017.&nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Herbert “Herb” J. Pfannenstiel; two 
sons, Shawn (Dawn) Pfannenstiel of Broken Arrow, OK, and Mark (Tambria) 
Pfannenstiel of Wichita; six grandchildren, Crae, Chloe, Brooklyn, 
Taylor, Gavin and Trent; and one sister, Karen Kaul of St. Louis, MO. 
She was preceded in death by her parents.The visitation is scheduled from 2:00-9:00 PM on Thursday, February 
4, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, located at 1425 S. Patton Rd.&nbsp; An Altar
 Society Rosary will take place at 4:00 PM with a Vigil at 7:00 PM.&nbsp; A 
funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 5, 2021, at
 St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding, 
located at 1412 Baker Ave., with a gravesite burial service to follow at
 Great Bend Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required for all 
services. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dianne’s life. In lieu
 of flowers, donations can be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research 
Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Carol Dianne Pfannenstiel

Arlene Ruth Schamaun, 89, passed away February 2, 2021, at Hays 
Medical Center. She was born July 21, 1931, at Bazine to George &amp; 
Eva (Hettinger) Strecker. She married Loren Dale Schamaun April 29, 
1951, at Bazine.

Coming from San Diego, Calif. in 1963, Arlene was a Great Bend 
resident. She co-owned the Ralph Wallace Buffet in Great Bend for 15 
years and then worked for Rowland's Gift Store for 21 years.&nbsp; She then 
spent many years volunteering for many different organizations in Great 
Bend. Arlene enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and was very talented. 
She especially loved being with her family.&nbsp;She was a member of First 
Christian Church.

Survivors include, her husband, Loren Schamaun of the home; a son, 
Steven Schamaun and wife Sheryl, and a daughter, Marsha Gerstner, all of
 Great Bend; a sister, Rachel Stieben of La Crosse; five grandchildren, 
Emily Gerstner and companion Mike Jobe, Matthew Gerstner and wife 
Danielle, Adam Gerstner and wife Hillary, Zachary Schamaun and wife 
Lauren, and Nicholas Schamaun and companion Valerie McAtee; and seven 
great grandchildren, Audrey Schamaun, Rowan Schamaun, Sylvie Schamaun, 
Jackson Gerstner, Koby Gerstner, Collins Gerstner, and Keely Gerstner. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lawrence 
Strecker and Waldimore Strecker; and four sisters, Martha Murphy, 
Hermine Ries, Mildred Foos and Hilda Rein.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Friday, February 5, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 
to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, 
February 6, 2021, at First Christian Church in Great Bend, with Pastor 
Josh Leu presiding. Masks and social distancing are preferred for all 
services. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have 
been designated to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Arlene Ruth Schamaun, 89, passed away February 2, 2021, at Hays 
Medical Center. She was born July 21, 1931, at Bazine to George &amp; 
Eva (Hettinger) Strecker. She married Loren Dale Schamaun April 29, 
1951, at Bazine.Coming from San Diego, Calif. in 1963, Arlene was a Great Bend 
resident. She co-owned the Ralph Wallace Buffet in Great Bend for 15 
years and then worked for Rowland's Gift Store for 21 years.&nbsp; She then 
spent many years volunteering for many different organizations in Great 
Bend. Arlene enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and was very talented. 
She especially loved being with her family.&nbsp;She was a member of First 
Christian Church.Survivors include, her husband, Loren Schamaun of the home; a son, 
Steven Schamaun and wife Sheryl, and a daughter, Marsha Gerstner, all of
 Great Bend; a sister, Rachel Stieben of La Crosse; five grandchildren, 
Emily Gerstner and companion Mike Jobe, Matthew Gerstner and wife 
Danielle, Adam Gerstner and wife Hillary, Zachary Schamaun and wife 
Lauren, and Nicholas Schamaun and companion Valerie McAtee; and seven 
great grandchildren, Audrey Schamaun, Rowan Schamaun, Sylvie Schamaun, 
Jackson Gerstner, Koby Gerstner, Collins Gerstner, and Keely Gerstner. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lawrence 
Strecker and Waldimore Strecker; and four sisters, Martha Murphy, 
Hermine Ries, Mildred Foos and Hilda Rein.Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Friday, February 5, 
2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 
to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, 
February 6, 2021, at First Christian Church in Great Bend, with Pastor 
Josh Leu presiding. Masks and social distancing are preferred for all 
services. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have 
been designated to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Arlene Ruth Schamaun

Dwayne Edward Meier, 68, passed away January 30, 2021, at his home in
 Salina. He was born June 28, 1952, in Great Bend to Harold and Margaret
 (Hoffman) Meier.&nbsp; Dwayne married Melva (Bachofer) July 21, 1982, in 
Forsyth, Mo.&nbsp;

A long-time resident of Salina moving from the Claflin area, Dwayne 
was a 47 year draftsman engineer for Coperion K-tron.&nbsp; He was baptized 
in the Catholic Church and enjoyed skeet shooting competitions and 
music, especially being accomplished in guitar, fiddle and steel guitar.

Survivors include two sisters, Jean McAtee and husband Terry of 
Pratt, and Darlene Feist and Angel Reyes of Northglenn, Col.; three 
nieces, Jena, Liz and Linda; three nephews, Travis, Trent and Adam; four
 great nieces, Keyton, Eva, Madi and Millie; seven great nephews, Reed, 
Gage, Chance, Cason, Marcus, Grant and Landon; one great great niece, 
Haven; and two great great nephews, Trace and Maze.&nbsp; He was preceded in 
passing by his wife Melva.

Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 4, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington, with Father Terrance Klein 
presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Claflin Cemetery, Claflin.&nbsp; Masks 
and social distancing are required at all services.&nbsp; Memorials may be 
given to the Claflin Ambulance Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 </figure>Dwayne Edward Meier, 68, passed away January 30, 2021, at his home in
 Salina. He was born June 28, 1952, in Great Bend to Harold and Margaret
 (Hoffman) Meier.&nbsp; Dwayne married Melva (Bachofer) July 21, 1982, in 
Forsyth, Mo.&nbsp;A long-time resident of Salina moving from the Claflin area, Dwayne 
was a 47 year draftsman engineer for Coperion K-tron.&nbsp; He was baptized 
in the Catholic Church and enjoyed skeet shooting competitions and 
music, especially being accomplished in guitar, fiddle and steel guitar.Survivors include two sisters, Jean McAtee and husband Terry of 
Pratt, and Darlene Feist and Angel Reyes of Northglenn, Col.; three 
nieces, Jena, Liz and Linda; three nephews, Travis, Trent and Adam; four
 great nieces, Keyton, Eva, Madi and Millie; seven great nephews, Reed, 
Gage, Chance, Cason, Marcus, Grant and Landon; one great great niece, 
Haven; and two great great nephews, Trace and Maze.&nbsp; He was preceded in 
passing by his wife Melva.Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 4, 2021, at 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington, with Father Terrance Klein 
presiding.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at Claflin Cemetery, Claflin.&nbsp; Masks 
and social distancing are required at all services.&nbsp; Memorials may be 
given to the Claflin Ambulance Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Dwayne Edward Meier

Julia Weber, age 59, of Hays, Kansas died Monday, February 1, 2021, at her home.

She was born June 7, 1961, at Houston, Texas, to Dr. Joseph Balthaser OD and Margaret Ann (Burton) Brungardt.&nbsp; She married Mitchell Weber on April 17, 1982, in Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Her and Mitch recently celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary with their family surrounding them.

She managed her husband’s Weber Photography business he started in 1980 for 20 plus years as well as sub teaching for USD 489 and surrounding towns.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Education in May of 1984.&nbsp; She grew up in Victoria, and was 1979 graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp;

She enjoyed the flexibility of being able to be home as much as possible while her children were young and take on extra jobs when she could. After her older children were grown and out of the house, she accepted a teaching position at St. Mary’s Catholic grade school in Ellis, KS in 2005. Shortly after she started working, she was diagnosed with an incurable autoimmune disease that primarily affected her lungs (CREST syndrome). Julie finished out that year teaching, and quickly became homebound as she needed oxygen 24/7.

Her prognosis was not good and agreed to have chemotherapy treatments which she finished in 2007.&nbsp; She found joy watching her four oldest children marry and babysitting her three grandsons. When her second grandson, Kayden, was diagnosed with liver cancer as a toddler, she begged for God’s mercy to save him, and he received a miracle beating the cancer. She was the biggest prayer warrior and prayed for many people close and distant. She was a member of Christian Mothers and Perpetual Adoration for 28 years. Julie was an enduring advocate for the Pro-Life movement, and attending many marches and rallies.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church for 39 years. The last few years of her home-bound life, she enjoyed visits from her family, baking, praying, and watching old westerns.

Survivors include her husband. Mitch Weber, of the home; two sons, Aaron Weber and wife, Karen Aviles-Weber, Pensacola, FL; Bryan Weber, Hays, KS; four daughters, Rebecca Winkelman and husband, Dace, Victoria, KS; April Tiernan and husband, Kerry, Hays, KS; &nbsp; Rachel Ruder, and husband, Blake, Hays, KS; Bethany Weber and boyfriend, Jeremy Pasek, Hays, KS; three grandchildren, Michael, Kayden and Colton Tiernan; her mother, Margaret Ann Brungardt, Victoria, KS; three brothers, Charles Brungardt, Victoria, KS; Dan Brungardt and wife, Janet, Benton, KS; Al Brungardt and wife, Brenda, Augusta, KS; two sisters, Laurie Fajardo and husband, John, Augusta, KS; Sister Mary Elizabeth Brungardt C.P., Ellisville, MO.

She was preceded in death by her father; one brother, Joseph A. Brungardt; and an infant sister, Catherine Mary Brungardt.

Services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, February, 5, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

A visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:45 A.M. Friday. all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp; A vigil service and a Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, at the church. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Divine Vine Mercy Radio in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East&nbsp; 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Julia Weber, age 59, of Hays, Kansas died Monday, February 1, 2021, at her home.She was born June 7, 1961, at Houston, Texas, to Dr. Joseph Balthaser OD and Margaret Ann (Burton) Brungardt.&nbsp; She married Mitchell Weber on April 17, 1982, in Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Her and Mitch recently celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary with their family surrounding them.She managed her husband’s Weber Photography business he started in 1980 for 20 plus years as well as sub teaching for USD 489 and surrounding towns.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Education in May of 1984.&nbsp; She grew up in Victoria, and was 1979 graduate of Victoria High School.&nbsp;She enjoyed the flexibility of being able to be home as much as possible while her children were young and take on extra jobs when she could. After her older children were grown and out of the house, she accepted a teaching position at St. Mary’s Catholic grade school in Ellis, KS in 2005. Shortly after she started working, she was diagnosed with an incurable autoimmune disease that primarily affected her lungs (CREST syndrome). Julie finished out that year teaching, and quickly became homebound as she needed oxygen 24/7.Her prognosis was not good and agreed to have chemotherapy treatments which she finished in 2007.&nbsp; She found joy watching her four oldest children marry and babysitting her three grandsons. When her second grandson, Kayden, was diagnosed with liver cancer as a toddler, she begged for God’s mercy to save him, and he received a miracle beating the cancer. She was the biggest prayer warrior and prayed for many people close and distant. She was a member of Christian Mothers and Perpetual Adoration for 28 years. Julie was an enduring advocate for the Pro-Life movement, and attending many marches and rallies.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church for 39 years. The last few years of her home-bound life, she enjoyed visits from her family, baking, praying, and watching old westerns.Survivors include her husband. Mitch Weber, of the home; two sons, Aaron Weber and wife, Karen Aviles-Weber, Pensacola, FL; Bryan Weber, Hays, KS; four daughters, Rebecca Winkelman and husband, Dace, Victoria, KS; April Tiernan and husband, Kerry, Hays, KS; &nbsp; Rachel Ruder, and husband, Blake, Hays, KS; Bethany Weber and boyfriend, Jeremy Pasek, Hays, KS; three grandchildren, Michael, Kayden and Colton Tiernan; her mother, Margaret Ann Brungardt, Victoria, KS; three brothers, Charles Brungardt, Victoria, KS; Dan Brungardt and wife, Janet, Benton, KS; Al Brungardt and wife, Brenda, Augusta, KS; two sisters, Laurie Fajardo and husband, John, Augusta, KS; Sister Mary Elizabeth Brungardt C.P., Ellisville, MO.She was preceded in death by her father; one brother, Joseph A. Brungardt; and an infant sister, Catherine Mary Brungardt.Services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, February, 5, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.A visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Thursday, and from 9:00 to 10:45 A.M. Friday. all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.&nbsp; A vigil service and a Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, at the church. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Divine Vine Mercy Radio in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East&nbsp; 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

Julia Weber

Donald Dale (Don) Dautel, 68, passed away peacefully at this home in Goodland on Monday, February 1, 2021.

With respect to his wishes, he will be cremated and no services will be held.

Memorial contributions may be designated to Donor’s Choice and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp;

Donald Dale (Don) Dautel, 68, passed away peacefully at this home in Goodland on Monday, February 1, 2021.With respect to his wishes, he will be cremated and no services will be held.Memorial contributions may be designated to Donor’s Choice and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp;

Donald Dale 'Don' Dautel

Thomas James Dreiling, age 56, of Victoria, Kansas, died Thursday, January 28, 2021, at his home in Victoria.

He was born November 28, 1964, at Hays, Kansas to Julius J. and Darlene Marie (Brungardt) Dreiling.

He worked in construction and did farm work.&nbsp; He was raised in Victoria and was a 1984 graduate of Victoria High School.

Survivors include his son, Nathan J. Dreiling and wife, Kasey, Hays, KS; two grandchildren, Lee and Connor Dreiling; his parents, Julius J. and Darlene Dreiling, Victoria, KS; two brothers, Troy Dreiling and wife, Marcia, Victoria, KS, Terrance Dreiling, Hays, KS; three sisters, Debi Cline and husband, Kirk P. “Cookie” Cline, Hays, KS; Deanna Dreiling, Hays, KS; Dori Smalley and husband, Keaton, Frontenac, KS; and a number of nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, a private family service and inurnment will be held at a later date. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671 for the family.

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

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 </figure>Thomas James Dreiling, age 56, of Victoria, Kansas, died Thursday, January 28, 2021, at his home in Victoria.He was born November 28, 1964, at Hays, Kansas to Julius J. and Darlene Marie (Brungardt) Dreiling.He worked in construction and did farm work.&nbsp; He was raised in Victoria and was a 1984 graduate of Victoria High School.Survivors include his son, Nathan J. Dreiling and wife, Kasey, Hays, KS; two grandchildren, Lee and Connor Dreiling; his parents, Julius J. and Darlene Dreiling, Victoria, KS; two brothers, Troy Dreiling and wife, Marcia, Victoria, KS, Terrance Dreiling, Hays, KS; three sisters, Debi Cline and husband, Kirk P. “Cookie” Cline, Hays, KS; Deanna Dreiling, Hays, KS; Dori Smalley and husband, Keaton, Frontenac, KS; and a number of nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, a private family service and inurnment will be held at a later date. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671 for the family.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp;

Thomas James Dreiling

Our sweet, beautiful mother, Mary, passed away Thursday, January 28, 
2021, at Brookside Retirement Community, Overbrook, Kansas. 
Mary was born of Volga German descent in Hays, Kansas, the oldest of 
five children, to Joe and Sophie Scheutz Gerstner on October 28, 1925. 
She married her beloved husband, Harold P. Schmidt, in 1949 and together
 they raised a family of five children in Topeka, Kansas. They were 
married 63 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Harold; her mother and father; two brothers, Dennis and Leroy Gerstner; 
and her dear daughter-in-law, Joy Schmidt. Mary is survived by
 her five children, Debbie (Jim Wasko), Paul (Joy Schmidt, deceased), 
Bruce (Brenda), Jason and Rodney; as well as seven grandchildren, 
Nathaniel (Nicole), Simon, Philip, Madalyn (Jayant Chandhary) and 
Joseph, Anna (companion, Jared Petefish) and Sara (Jake Machnov). Other 
survivors include her sister, Lillian Rohr and brother, Jim Gerstner. 
She was well loved and will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, 
friends, neighbors and former colleagues. Mom began her long 
work career devoted to helping children stricken with the polio virus. 
Her stories conveyed to us the love she poured into helping these 
children walk again. She worked relentlessly using the world famous, 
Sister Kenny treatments, involving long massages and warm baths. 
 Mom was smart and creative. She devised her own method of shorthand to 
land a good job at the Walker Army Airbase, 58th Bombing Wing, as a 
clerk, ordering parts for the B-29 through the Pentagon. He sales 
ability was outstanding. She was the often sought after clothing and 
bridal consultant for JC Penney for many years. Mary always 
found time for her husband, five children, seven grandchildren and 
activities involving church, school or volunteering. She stayed active 
in the news and loved politics and read voraciously. Her love for 
veterans lead her to a volunteer librarian position at the VA Hospital. 
She loved the arts, attending many theatrical productions, ballets and 
musicals. Mom was fun, rarely turning down a trip to the casino with 
Joy. She traveled extensively with family and was a skilled seamstress 
and painter. Her smile was big and her blue eyes sparkled. She was 
strong but soft in heart. Most of all Mom loved her family. 
She instilled in each of us strong values, good education and our faith.
 She was an excellent cook and a master of Volga German cooking, always 
stressing the importance of our Saturday night meals together. 
 Mom loved her church, Most Pure Heart of Mary, where she and our father
 were original founding members. Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Tuesday, February 9, at 10 a.m. at the Church. Prior to that, visitation
 will be from 9 to 9:30 followed by praying the rosary at 9:30, all at 
the Church. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. 
 We thank our brother, Jason, for taking care of Mom so lovingly so she 
could remain in her home. We thank Paul for his constant show of love, 
visiting Mom daily and bringing Holy Communion to her at Brookside. 
 Our family deeply appreciates the love, friendship and beautiful care 
she embraced at Brookside. We are deeply grateful to Brookside Hospice 
who cared for Mom with such compassion to the end. Mom had deep 
spiritual faith; we rejoice knowing she had no fear but the greatest 
anticipation of God’s beautiful promise. We celebrate this and it gives 
us great peace. Memorial contributions may be made to 
Brookside Retirement Community (the Joy Fund) or to Most Pure Heart of 
Mary Church and sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 
SW Urish Road, Topeka KS 66614. Condolences may be sent online to <a href="http://www.kevinbrennanfamily.com" target="_blank">www.kevinbrennanfamily.com</a>.

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 </figure>Our sweet, beautiful mother, Mary, passed away Thursday, January 28, 
2021, at Brookside Retirement Community, Overbrook, Kansas. 
Mary was born of Volga German descent in Hays, Kansas, the oldest of 
five children, to Joe and Sophie Scheutz Gerstner on October 28, 1925. 
She married her beloved husband, Harold P. Schmidt, in 1949 and together
 they raised a family of five children in Topeka, Kansas. They were 
married 63 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Harold; her mother and father; two brothers, Dennis and Leroy Gerstner; 
and her dear daughter-in-law, Joy Schmidt. Mary is survived by
 her five children, Debbie (Jim Wasko), Paul (Joy Schmidt, deceased), 
Bruce (Brenda), Jason and Rodney; as well as seven grandchildren, 
Nathaniel (Nicole), Simon, Philip, Madalyn (Jayant Chandhary) and 
Joseph, Anna (companion, Jared Petefish) and Sara (Jake Machnov). Other 
survivors include her sister, Lillian Rohr and brother, Jim Gerstner. 
She was well loved and will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, 
friends, neighbors and former colleagues. Mom began her long 
work career devoted to helping children stricken with the polio virus. 
Her stories conveyed to us the love she poured into helping these 
children walk again. She worked relentlessly using the world famous, 
Sister Kenny treatments, involving long massages and warm baths. 
 Mom was smart and creative. She devised her own method of shorthand to 
land a good job at the Walker Army Airbase, 58th Bombing Wing, as a 
clerk, ordering parts for the B-29 through the Pentagon. He sales 
ability was outstanding. She was the often sought after clothing and 
bridal consultant for JC Penney for many years. Mary always 
found time for her husband, five children, seven grandchildren and 
activities involving church, school or volunteering. She stayed active 
in the news and loved politics and read voraciously. Her love for 
veterans lead her to a volunteer librarian position at the VA Hospital. 
She loved the arts, attending many theatrical productions, ballets and 
musicals. Mom was fun, rarely turning down a trip to the casino with 
Joy. She traveled extensively with family and was a skilled seamstress 
and painter. Her smile was big and her blue eyes sparkled. She was 
strong but soft in heart. Most of all Mom loved her family. 
She instilled in each of us strong values, good education and our faith.
 She was an excellent cook and a master of Volga German cooking, always 
stressing the importance of our Saturday night meals together. 
 Mom loved her church, Most Pure Heart of Mary, where she and our father
 were original founding members. Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Tuesday, February 9, at 10 a.m. at the Church. Prior to that, visitation
 will be from 9 to 9:30 followed by praying the rosary at 9:30, all at 
the Church. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. 
 We thank our brother, Jason, for taking care of Mom so lovingly so she 
could remain in her home. We thank Paul for his constant show of love, 
visiting Mom daily and bringing Holy Communion to her at Brookside. 
 Our family deeply appreciates the love, friendship and beautiful care 
she embraced at Brookside. We are deeply grateful to Brookside Hospice 
who cared for Mom with such compassion to the end. Mom had deep 
spiritual faith; we rejoice knowing she had no fear but the greatest 
anticipation of God’s beautiful promise. We celebrate this and it gives 
us great peace. Memorial contributions may be made to 
Brookside Retirement Community (the Joy Fund) or to Most Pure Heart of 
Mary Church and sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 
SW Urish Road, Topeka KS 66614. Condolences may be sent online to <a href="http://www.kevinbrennanfamily.com" target="_blank">www.kevinbrennanfamily.com</a>.

Mary A. Schmidt

Martina Werth, 92, Hays, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at home surrounded by her family.

She was born April 7, 1928 in Hays the 
daughter of August and Anna (Braun) Spies.&nbsp; On August 19, 1946 she was 
united in marriage to Ralph J. Werth and they celebrated 44 years of 
marriage before he preceded her in death on July 14, 1991.&nbsp; She was a 
homemaker, a cook at Sacred Heart School in Ness City and Kennedy Middle
 School, a daycare provider and nanny for doctors’ children, and ironed 
clothes for doctors and lawyers.&nbsp; Her memberships included St. Nicholas 
of Myra Catholic Church and St. Nicholas of Myra Christian Mothers.&nbsp; 
Martina loved to embroider, was a wonderful seamstress, a meticulous 
house cleaner, and enjoyed playing Bingo, slot machines at casinos, and 
Pinochle with her family.&nbsp; She also enjoyed singing, gardening, being 
outdoors, canning, cooking, and baking.&nbsp; Martina was a difference maker 
who built her life on simplicity, commitment to the Lord, and her 
family.&nbsp;

Survivors include six sons: Vincent 
Werth, Sr. and wife Helen of Munjor, Stephen Werth and wife Joyce of 
Schoenchen, Bernie Werth and wife Lona, Andy Werth, and Loran Werth and 
wife Kay, all of Hays, and Darrell Werth and wife Jodie of Olathe, eight
 daughters: Patty Stull and husband Rich Sieker of Hays, Bridget Stenzel
 and husband Lyle of Ness City, Marina Shauers of Wichita, Regina 
Hutchison and Donnetta Pfeifer and husband Terry, all of Hays, Geralyn 
Werth and husband Ernie of Schoenchen, Jacqueline Schneider and husband 
Mark of Cabot, AR, and Tina Unrein of Olathe, a brother: Bill Spies and 
wife Karen of Arvada, CO, a sister: Elaine Cisneros of Omaha, NE, 40 
grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Ralph, two sons: Ralph Werth, Jr. and Ivan Werth, a
 daughter-in-law: Pam Werth, four brothers: Celestine Spies, Daniel 
Spies, Wilfred Spies, and August Spies, Jr., four sisters: Anna Knoll, 
Glory June Partch, Margaret Billinger, and Abelina Billinger, three 
grandchildren: Trina Shauers, Wendy Stull, and Jeremy Dietz, and a great
 grandson: Triston Werth.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, February 5, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 
8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 10:00 on Friday, all at the 
church.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 pm followed by a
 vigil service at 6:30 pm, both on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials 
may be made payable to: Hospice of HaysMed or to St. Nicholas of Myra 
Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Martina may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;

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 </figure>Martina Werth, 92, Hays, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at home surrounded by her family.She was born April 7, 1928 in Hays the 
daughter of August and Anna (Braun) Spies.&nbsp; On August 19, 1946 she was 
united in marriage to Ralph J. Werth and they celebrated 44 years of 
marriage before he preceded her in death on July 14, 1991.&nbsp; She was a 
homemaker, a cook at Sacred Heart School in Ness City and Kennedy Middle
 School, a daycare provider and nanny for doctors’ children, and ironed 
clothes for doctors and lawyers.&nbsp; Her memberships included St. Nicholas 
of Myra Catholic Church and St. Nicholas of Myra Christian Mothers.&nbsp; 
Martina loved to embroider, was a wonderful seamstress, a meticulous 
house cleaner, and enjoyed playing Bingo, slot machines at casinos, and 
Pinochle with her family.&nbsp; She also enjoyed singing, gardening, being 
outdoors, canning, cooking, and baking.&nbsp; Martina was a difference maker 
who built her life on simplicity, commitment to the Lord, and her 
family.&nbsp;Survivors include six sons: Vincent 
Werth, Sr. and wife Helen of Munjor, Stephen Werth and wife Joyce of 
Schoenchen, Bernie Werth and wife Lona, Andy Werth, and Loran Werth and 
wife Kay, all of Hays, and Darrell Werth and wife Jodie of Olathe, eight
 daughters: Patty Stull and husband Rich Sieker of Hays, Bridget Stenzel
 and husband Lyle of Ness City, Marina Shauers of Wichita, Regina 
Hutchison and Donnetta Pfeifer and husband Terry, all of Hays, Geralyn 
Werth and husband Ernie of Schoenchen, Jacqueline Schneider and husband 
Mark of Cabot, AR, and Tina Unrein of Olathe, a brother: Bill Spies and 
wife Karen of Arvada, CO, a sister: Elaine Cisneros of Omaha, NE, 40 
grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Ralph, two sons: Ralph Werth, Jr. and Ivan Werth, a
 daughter-in-law: Pam Werth, four brothers: Celestine Spies, Daniel 
Spies, Wilfred Spies, and August Spies, Jr., four sisters: Anna Knoll, 
Glory June Partch, Margaret Billinger, and Abelina Billinger, three 
grandchildren: Trina Shauers, Wendy Stull, and Jeremy Dietz, and a great
 grandson: Triston Werth.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, February 5, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 
8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 10:00 on Friday, all at the 
church.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 pm followed by a
 vigil service at 6:30 pm, both on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials 
may be made payable to: Hospice of HaysMed or to St. Nicholas of Myra 
Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Martina may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;

Martina Werth

Regina L. Wallace, 94, Hays, died Monday, February 1, 2021, at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Kansas 
Veterans Cemetery in WaKeeney.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Regina may 
be shared at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Regina L. Wallace, 94, Hays, died Monday, February 1, 2021, at Hays Good Samaritan Society.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Kansas 
Veterans Cemetery in WaKeeney.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Regina may 
be shared at www.haysmemorial.com

Regina L. Wallace

Linda
 J. Palmquist, 78, of Concordia, KS died on February 1 at Leonardville 
Nursing Home in Leonardville, KS. Born Linda Jean Basso on December 10, 
1942, in Kansas City, MO, she was the youngest child of Andrew and Olive
 “Maxine” Basso. Linda graduated from Westport High School in Kansas 
City, MO. She later received a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a 
concentration in Pre-Art Therapy from Kansas State University (1987) and
 a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design (1997) from Fort Hays State 
University.

On
 July 10, 1963, Linda married Richard Palmquist. They have two children 
Tim (Maureen) Palmquist of Portland, OR and Tammy (Kevin) Mitchell, of 
Kenilworth, IL. Linda farmed with Richard for 30 years in rural 
Concordia and they celebrated over 55 years of marriage. She was a 4-H 
leader, teaching photography and sewing, and active in The Baptist 
Church.

After
 raising two children, Linda returned to college to earn two degrees and
 began teaching graphic design at Cloud County Community College. In 
1999, she became the Director/Curator of the Cloud Country Historical 
Museum, a role she held until she retired to spend more time with her 
grandchildren.

Linda
 was a talented artist, life-long learner, and she enjoyed experimenting
 with many creative endeavors. She was passionate about sharing art with
 others. Linda gave inspirational ‘chalk-talks’ at area churches where 
she would draw on an easel during her presentation, and use a special 
light to reveal a second hidden art sketch at the end of the program. 
She was known for creating spectacular birthday cakes for friends and 
family, as well as baking and decorating cut out sugar cookies at the 
holidays. Her cookie cutter collection grew to 500 at one point.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents. Linda is survived by her husband,
 Richard, her brother Ray (Yoko) Basso of Raytown, MO, her two children 
and their spouses, four grandchildren Brett (Chau) Palmquist of 
Westminster, CA, Chad Palmquist of Des Moines, IA, Megan Palmquist of 
Tigard, OR, and Lauren (Thanh) Orr, of Gardner, KS; as well as eight 
great-grandchildren Rocco, Brett, Isabella, Rhys, Kade, Harrison, 
Charlie, and Abigail.

The
 family has chosen cremation. A private inurnment is planned. A 
Celebration of Remembrance will be held at a later date when it is safe 
to gather. Details will be forthcoming.

Memorial
 contributions may be given to The Baptist Church, &nbsp;Alzheimer’s 
Association, or Leonardville Nursing Home, in care of Chaput-Buoy 
Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences 
please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Linda
 J. Palmquist, 78, of Concordia, KS died on February 1 at Leonardville 
Nursing Home in Leonardville, KS. Born Linda Jean Basso on December 10, 
1942, in Kansas City, MO, she was the youngest child of Andrew and Olive
 “Maxine” Basso. Linda graduated from Westport High School in Kansas 
City, MO. She later received a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a 
concentration in Pre-Art Therapy from Kansas State University (1987) and
 a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design (1997) from Fort Hays State 
University.On
 July 10, 1963, Linda married Richard Palmquist. They have two children 
Tim (Maureen) Palmquist of Portland, OR and Tammy (Kevin) Mitchell, of 
Kenilworth, IL. Linda farmed with Richard for 30 years in rural 
Concordia and they celebrated over 55 years of marriage. She was a 4-H 
leader, teaching photography and sewing, and active in The Baptist 
Church.After
 raising two children, Linda returned to college to earn two degrees and
 began teaching graphic design at Cloud County Community College. In 
1999, she became the Director/Curator of the Cloud Country Historical 
Museum, a role she held until she retired to spend more time with her 
grandchildren.Linda
 was a talented artist, life-long learner, and she enjoyed experimenting
 with many creative endeavors. She was passionate about sharing art with
 others. Linda gave inspirational ‘chalk-talks’ at area churches where 
she would draw on an easel during her presentation, and use a special 
light to reveal a second hidden art sketch at the end of the program. 
She was known for creating spectacular birthday cakes for friends and 
family, as well as baking and decorating cut out sugar cookies at the 
holidays. Her cookie cutter collection grew to 500 at one point.She
 was preceded in death by her parents. Linda is survived by her husband,
 Richard, her brother Ray (Yoko) Basso of Raytown, MO, her two children 
and their spouses, four grandchildren Brett (Chau) Palmquist of 
Westminster, CA, Chad Palmquist of Des Moines, IA, Megan Palmquist of 
Tigard, OR, and Lauren (Thanh) Orr, of Gardner, KS; as well as eight 
great-grandchildren Rocco, Brett, Isabella, Rhys, Kade, Harrison, 
Charlie, and Abigail.The
 family has chosen cremation. A private inurnment is planned. A 
Celebration of Remembrance will be held at a later date when it is safe 
to gather. Details will be forthcoming.Memorial
 contributions may be given to The Baptist Church, &nbsp;Alzheimer’s 
Association, or Leonardville Nursing Home, in care of Chaput-Buoy 
Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901.&nbsp; For online condolences 
please visit, www.chaputbuoy.com.

Linda J. Palmquist

Scott J. Tien, 57, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021.&nbsp; Scott 
was born September 14, 1963, in Norton, Kansas, the son of Henry and Ann 
(Prinsen) Tien. On July 19, 1990, he was united in marriage to Patricia 
(Shellito) Tien on the family farm in Prairie View. To this union, they 
were blessed with two boys, Trevor and Brady. Scott was a 
graduate of Logan High School class of 1982. Attended Colby Community 
College and returned back home to help his dad with the family farm. 
Worked at WSI for many years.&nbsp; He was a member of the Luctor Christian 
Reformed Church of Prairie View and the Borderline Gun Club of 
Phillipsburg. Scott enjoyed traveling with Patty to cheer on
 the kids at multiple track meets, ball games, rodeos, jackpots, little 
league baseball, just to name a few. He enjoyed going to Glock sponsored
 competition gun shoots over the past 10 years and took them very 
seriously.&nbsp; He also loved spending time with his grandson Rhett as much 
as possible. He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Tien; parents, Henry and Ann Tien; father-in-law, Ronald (Virginia) Shellito. 
 He is survived by his two sons, Trevor (Whitney) Tien of Phillipsburg 
and Brady (Jessie) Tien of Topeka; grandson, Rhett Tien; mother-in-law, 
Connie (Doug) Rice of Smith Center; three brothers, Curtis (Heidi) Tien 
of Dry Ridge, KY, Steven Tien of Hill City, Kent (Ashlee) Tien of 
Prairie View and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. 
 Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 4, 
2021 at the Luctor Christian Reformed Church, 946 W. 1100 RD, Prairie 
View, KS with Rev, Shawn Richardson officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
held from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at the 
Luctor Christian Reformed Church.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Luctor 
Cemetery, Prairie View, KS.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to Scott J. Tien 
Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 
S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Scott J. Tien, 57, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021.&nbsp; Scott 
was born September 14, 1963, in Norton, Kansas, the son of Henry and Ann 
(Prinsen) Tien. On July 19, 1990, he was united in marriage to Patricia 
(Shellito) Tien on the family farm in Prairie View. To this union, they 
were blessed with two boys, Trevor and Brady. Scott was a 
graduate of Logan High School class of 1982. Attended Colby Community 
College and returned back home to help his dad with the family farm. 
Worked at WSI for many years.&nbsp; He was a member of the Luctor Christian 
Reformed Church of Prairie View and the Borderline Gun Club of 
Phillipsburg. Scott enjoyed traveling with Patty to cheer on
 the kids at multiple track meets, ball games, rodeos, jackpots, little 
league baseball, just to name a few. He enjoyed going to Glock sponsored
 competition gun shoots over the past 10 years and took them very 
seriously.&nbsp; He also loved spending time with his grandson Rhett as much 
as possible. He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Tien; parents, Henry and Ann Tien; father-in-law, Ronald (Virginia) Shellito. 
 He is survived by his two sons, Trevor (Whitney) Tien of Phillipsburg 
and Brady (Jessie) Tien of Topeka; grandson, Rhett Tien; mother-in-law, 
Connie (Doug) Rice of Smith Center; three brothers, Curtis (Heidi) Tien 
of Dry Ridge, KY, Steven Tien of Hill City, Kent (Ashlee) Tien of 
Prairie View and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. 
 Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 4, 
2021 at the Luctor Christian Reformed Church, 946 W. 1100 RD, Prairie 
View, KS with Rev, Shawn Richardson officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be 
held from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at the 
Luctor Christian Reformed Church.&nbsp; Burial will take place in Luctor 
Cemetery, Prairie View, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Scott J. Tien 
Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 
S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.&nbsp;

Scott J. Tien

Geraldine “Gerri” Elizabeth (Anderson) Walls, 78, died Sunday, January 31, 2021, at the Rice County District Hospital in Lyons.

She was born September 27, 1942, in Spearville, the daughter of Hans 
and Josephine Ida (Stramel) Anderson.&nbsp; She was the youngest child of 5. 
She was a 1960 graduate of Jetmore High School and attended computer 
college in Hays. She worked for Dr. Baker for many years, was a 
beautician, a nurses aide and medication aide.

She attended the United Presbyterian Church in Jetmore and was a 
sewing leader for 4-H.&nbsp; She was the past president of the Business of 
America Club in Hays, past secretary of the Happy Hour Club and belonged
 to the Cousin Club as well as a past Board Member of the Senior Center.

She married Dan Stejskal in 1960.&nbsp; To this union, 3 children were 
born.&nbsp; Their marriage ended in divorce.&nbsp; On September 5, 1998 she 
married DeWayne R. Walls at Ness City.&nbsp; He survives.

Other survivors include: 3 daughters, Therese Thompson, Lyons, Tracy 
Myers, Lyons and Tammy Pugh and special friend, Sandi Niemczyk, Newton; 
step-son, Robert Leon Walls, Portales, New Mexico; her sister, Marjorie 
Stallings, Jetmore; 7 grandchildren, 1 step-grandson, 6 great 
grandchildren and 2 step-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Everett Anderson and 2 sisters, Velma Olson and Bernita Sandoval.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Thursday, February 4, 2021 at the
 United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Pastor Mark Durham 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be Wednesday from noon to 8:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, Dodge City.

The family suggests memorials to the Hodgeman County Health Center in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

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 </figure>Geraldine “Gerri” Elizabeth (Anderson) Walls, 78, died Sunday, January 31, 2021, at the Rice County District Hospital in Lyons.She was born September 27, 1942, in Spearville, the daughter of Hans 
and Josephine Ida (Stramel) Anderson.&nbsp; She was the youngest child of 5. 
She was a 1960 graduate of Jetmore High School and attended computer 
college in Hays. She worked for Dr. Baker for many years, was a 
beautician, a nurses aide and medication aide.She attended the United Presbyterian Church in Jetmore and was a 
sewing leader for 4-H.&nbsp; She was the past president of the Business of 
America Club in Hays, past secretary of the Happy Hour Club and belonged
 to the Cousin Club as well as a past Board Member of the Senior Center.She married Dan Stejskal in 1960.&nbsp; To this union, 3 children were 
born.&nbsp; Their marriage ended in divorce.&nbsp; On September 5, 1998 she 
married DeWayne R. Walls at Ness City.&nbsp; He survives.Other survivors include: 3 daughters, Therese Thompson, Lyons, Tracy 
Myers, Lyons and Tammy Pugh and special friend, Sandi Niemczyk, Newton; 
step-son, Robert Leon Walls, Portales, New Mexico; her sister, Marjorie 
Stallings, Jetmore; 7 grandchildren, 1 step-grandson, 6 great 
grandchildren and 2 step-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Everett Anderson and 2 sisters, Velma Olson and Bernita Sandoval.Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Thursday, February 4, 2021 at the
 United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Pastor Mark Durham 
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be Wednesday from noon to 8:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, Dodge City.The family suggests memorials to the Hodgeman County Health Center in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Geraldine 'Gerri' Elizabeth Walls

Zane Paul Meis was born in Plainville, KS on September 23, 1957, to Gilbert and Theresa Meis.&nbsp; As the third of nine children, Zane enjoyed family camping and fishing trips taken from their home in Oakley, KS.&nbsp; Zane learned to hunt small game from a young age.&nbsp; It was in high school, working for a local lumber yard, that his love of crafting furniture and woodworking was born.&nbsp; His growing interest in history, government, and the military motivated him to enlist in the United States Navy his senior year of high school.

It was after graduation and enlistment that Zane met his beloved wife, Anna.&nbsp; The two were married on October 9, 1976, then moved to north Chicago where he trained to become Gunner Mate at Great Lakes Naval Training Center.&nbsp; Stationed at Norfolk, VA, Zane was assigned to the USS Boulder, participating in the rescue of Cuban refugees trying to escape to the United States via boats, rafts, and innertubes.&nbsp; Zane would later be reassigned to the USS Iwo Jima that operated off the coasts of Italy, Spain, and France. &nbsp; After four years of service, Zane was honorably discharged in July 1980 at the rank of Gunner's Mate Second Class.

Upon separation, Zane went to work as a Section Hand for the Union Pacific Railroad, repairing tracks from Oakley on west.&nbsp; It was his work with the railroad that brought him and Anna to Cheyenne Wells, CO in August 1981.&nbsp; After a foot-crushing injury in the oil patch, Zane pursued higher education at Lamar Community College and HVAC technical training in Colorado Springs.&nbsp; Shortly after completion, Zane began work for the City of Cheyenne Wells and later at St. Joseph Hospital of the Plains, now Keefe Memorial Hospital.&nbsp; Beginning as a Maintenance Aid, Zane quickly became an integral part of hospital operations, assuming the role of Plant Manager and interim CEO for a time.&nbsp;

Zane and Anna had two sons, Mitchell James, and Jesse Wade.&nbsp; With his own wife and sons, he continued the tradition of hunting, fishing, and camping.&nbsp; The family often spent summer vacations traveling to the mountains, camping in areas from Colorado Springs to Yellowstone National Park.&nbsp;

In addition to his full-time work at the hospital, Zane cemented his legacy in the community by volunteering as a county EMT for twenty years and serving as treasurer and commander of the local VFW Post 9700.&nbsp; He furthered his involvement with local veterans by becoming the Cheyenne County Veteran's Service Office, working to help them with their benefit needs. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Zane was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, enjoying time at the lake with his son, Jesse, and family and visiting his son, Mitchell, and family in Germany and at various U.S. Air Force bases.&nbsp; His favorite fishing hole was any one that had fish in it.&nbsp; When he wasn't working, volunteering, or fishing, Zane spent his time woodworking, making hundreds of plaques and other projects to give as gifts and to sell at local craft shows.

Zane passed away at his home in Cheyenne Wells, CO on January 26, 2021.&nbsp; He leaves behind his wife and best friend, Anna Meis; sons Mitchell (Keri) and Jesse (Elizabeth), granddaughters Amiah, Natalee, and Abigail; as well as siblings Renee (Keith) Eilts (Hays, KS), Evelyn (Robert) Morton (Norman, OK), Noreen Lozano (Panama City, FL), Beth (Jack) Dahelite (Phoenix, AZ), Anita Meis (St. Joseph, MO), Timothy (Tresa) Meis (Raytown, MO) and Edward Meis (Topeka, KS) and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by parents, Theresa and Gilbert, and brother, Michael, and niece, Amber Meis Dennis.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions may be made to Zane Meis Memorial Fund c/o ECB; Box 888 Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810.

Zane Paul Meis was born in Plainville, KS on September 23, 1957, to Gilbert and Theresa Meis.&nbsp; As the third of nine children, Zane enjoyed family camping and fishing trips taken from their home in Oakley, KS.&nbsp; Zane learned to hunt small game from a young age.&nbsp; It was in high school, working for a local lumber yard, that his love of crafting furniture and woodworking was born.&nbsp; His growing interest in history, government, and the military motivated him to enlist in the United States Navy his senior year of high school.It was after graduation and enlistment that Zane met his beloved wife, Anna.&nbsp; The two were married on October 9, 1976, then moved to north Chicago where he trained to become Gunner Mate at Great Lakes Naval Training Center.&nbsp; Stationed at Norfolk, VA, Zane was assigned to the USS Boulder, participating in the rescue of Cuban refugees trying to escape to the United States via boats, rafts, and innertubes.&nbsp; Zane would later be reassigned to the USS Iwo Jima that operated off the coasts of Italy, Spain, and France. &nbsp; After four years of service, Zane was honorably discharged in July 1980 at the rank of Gunner's Mate Second Class.Upon separation, Zane went to work as a Section Hand for the Union Pacific Railroad, repairing tracks from Oakley on west.&nbsp; It was his work with the railroad that brought him and Anna to Cheyenne Wells, CO in August 1981.&nbsp; After a foot-crushing injury in the oil patch, Zane pursued higher education at Lamar Community College and HVAC technical training in Colorado Springs.&nbsp; Shortly after completion, Zane began work for the City of Cheyenne Wells and later at St. Joseph Hospital of the Plains, now Keefe Memorial Hospital.&nbsp; Beginning as a Maintenance Aid, Zane quickly became an integral part of hospital operations, assuming the role of Plant Manager and interim CEO for a time.&nbsp;Zane and Anna had two sons, Mitchell James, and Jesse Wade.&nbsp; With his own wife and sons, he continued the tradition of hunting, fishing, and camping.&nbsp; The family often spent summer vacations traveling to the mountains, camping in areas from Colorado Springs to Yellowstone National Park.&nbsp;In addition to his full-time work at the hospital, Zane cemented his legacy in the community by volunteering as a county EMT for twenty years and serving as treasurer and commander of the local VFW Post 9700.&nbsp; He furthered his involvement with local veterans by becoming the Cheyenne County Veteran's Service Office, working to help them with their benefit needs. &nbsp; &nbsp;Zane was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, enjoying time at the lake with his son, Jesse, and family and visiting his son, Mitchell, and family in Germany and at various U.S. Air Force bases.&nbsp; His favorite fishing hole was any one that had fish in it.&nbsp; When he wasn't working, volunteering, or fishing, Zane spent his time woodworking, making hundreds of plaques and other projects to give as gifts and to sell at local craft shows.Zane passed away at his home in Cheyenne Wells, CO on January 26, 2021.&nbsp; He leaves behind his wife and best friend, Anna Meis; sons Mitchell (Keri) and Jesse (Elizabeth), granddaughters Amiah, Natalee, and Abigail; as well as siblings Renee (Keith) Eilts (Hays, KS), Evelyn (Robert) Morton (Norman, OK), Noreen Lozano (Panama City, FL), Beth (Jack) Dahelite (Phoenix, AZ), Anita Meis (St. Joseph, MO), Timothy (Tresa) Meis (Raytown, MO) and Edward Meis (Topeka, KS) and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by parents, Theresa and Gilbert, and brother, Michael, and niece, Amber Meis Dennis.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions may be made to Zane Meis Memorial Fund c/o ECB; Box 888 Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810.

Zane Paul Meis

Sheila Dawn Towery, 49, passed away January 31, 2021, at her home in 
Great Bend. She was born August 30, 1971, in Joplin, Mo., and was later 
adopted in 1978 by Richard Michael, Sr. and Carol (McDaniel) VanBuskirk.
 She had previously been married to Brian Bubb and Scott Towery.

A long time Barton county resident, Sheila was a volunteer at Central
 Kansas CASA. She loved the outdoors, loved to hunt and spend time with 
her family.

Survivors include her fiancé, Timmy Trantham; a son, Cameron Bubb of 
Great Bend; two daughters, Samantha Towery of Tulsa, Okla., and Courtney
 Thorne and husband Dakota of Larned; a future step daughter, Skylar 
Trantham; her mother, Carol Chinn of Pratt; two brothers, Mikie 
VanBuskirk and Lori Snow of Alva, Okla., and David VanBuskirk and wife 
Sheila of Portland, Ore.; two sisters, Debra Brunet and husband Steve of
 Louisville, Ky., and Kandie VanBuskirk of Dallas, Tex.; and a step 
grandson, Kaden Thorne. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard
 Michael VanBusKirk, Sr.; and stepfather, Timothy Chinn.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Private 
Family services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 5, 2021, at
 Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor John Hamm presiding. A public 
livestream of the service will be available under Sheila’s obituary at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>. Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Sheila Dawn Towery, 49, passed away January 31, 2021, at her home in 
Great Bend. She was born August 30, 1971, in Joplin, Mo., and was later 
adopted in 1978 by Richard Michael, Sr. and Carol (McDaniel) VanBuskirk.
 She had previously been married to Brian Bubb and Scott Towery.A long time Barton county resident, Sheila was a volunteer at Central
 Kansas CASA. She loved the outdoors, loved to hunt and spend time with 
her family.Survivors include her fiancé, Timmy Trantham; a son, Cameron Bubb of 
Great Bend; two daughters, Samantha Towery of Tulsa, Okla., and Courtney
 Thorne and husband Dakota of Larned; a future step daughter, Skylar 
Trantham; her mother, Carol Chinn of Pratt; two brothers, Mikie 
VanBuskirk and Lori Snow of Alva, Okla., and David VanBuskirk and wife 
Sheila of Portland, Ore.; two sisters, Debra Brunet and husband Steve of
 Louisville, Ky., and Kandie VanBuskirk of Dallas, Tex.; and a step 
grandson, Kaden Thorne. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard
 Michael VanBusKirk, Sr.; and stepfather, Timothy Chinn.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Private 
Family services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 5, 2021, at
 Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor John Hamm presiding. A public 
livestream of the service will be available under Sheila’s obituary at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>. Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Sheila Dawn Towery

Ronald Christopher “Chris” Dinges, age 66, of Golden, Colorado — 
husband, father, grandfather, entrepreneur, and outdoorsman — passed 
away on Monday, January 25, 2021, following an extended illness. His 
family is grateful for the compassionate care provided by the staff of 
Saint Joseph Hospital and Collier Hospice Center. 
Chris was born on December 30, 1954, in Hays, Kansas to Leroy “Butch” and
 Elizabeth “Betty” (Schnatterly) Dinges. He graduated from Hays High 
School with the Class of 1972. 
After spilling beer in her hair at the Club Three in Hays, he charmed 
and married Sara Jo Marshall on June 26, 1976, in the Congregational 
Church in Stockton, Kansas. They welcomed their only child, a daughter, 
Jennifer Lynn, on December 20, 1978, in Hays. 
Their love of Colorado was solidified during many motorcycle and camping
 trips, and the family moved to Morrison, Colorado in 1980. Chris later 
found his dream home in the foothills of Golden, with land for horses 
and a grandiose view of the Continental Divide. He spent the next 
decades camping, fishing, hunting, horseback and motorcycle riding, 
canoeing, and pontoon boating in every corner of the state, and 
especially enjoyed the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. 
His childhood love of tinkering and engines lead him to a career in the 
motorcycle industry, first in Hays, and then in the Denver Metro area. 
He was a brilliant mechanic, “so smart in a motor.” As the Lakewood 
Honda Service Manager, he brought the dealership many excellence awards,
 while being teased for having the cleanest mechanic’s hands in the 
land. He was also the skilled rider heading into the sunset in some 
Honda commercials. 
He started his own shop, Foothills Cycles, in 1990, first featuring used
 bikes and custom show Harleys, and then gaining the BMW franchise in 
1995. With the support of family, friends and staff, he built it to be 
the top BMW dealership in the U.S. for several years, for which he was 
rewarded with many accolades and fun vacations. His crowning glory were 
some European trips, riding motorcycles on the Autobahn through Germany 
and Austria with Sara on the back. Those were years of long work hours 
as a family, but many Gordos burritos, Black Angus steaks, and Lyle 
Lovett concerts shared after they closed up shop for the night. 
His additional talents as a horse farrier and rider, heavy machine 
operator, gun history aficionado and hunter, big fish storyteller, 
Saturday Night Fever singer, and Sunday morning omelette maker will be 
remembered and admired. 
He was preceded in death by his brother, Cliff; his best friend, Sam 
Mongeau; his wife, Sara, in 2006, after 30 years of marriage; his 
mother-in-law, Ruth Marshall; and his father, Leroy. 
Surviving family includes his daughter, Jennifer Minch (Andy) and 
granddaughter, Locke Sara, of Bend, Oregon; his mother, Betty Dinges, of
 Hays; nine siblings, Terri Rupp (Bruce), Hays, Rick (Dorene) Fruita, 
CO, Sharon Wasinger (Roxie Whitmer), Pueblo West, CO, Mary Jane Arnhold 
(Tim), Loveland, CO, Michelle Dietrich (Fred), Wamego, KS, Lucy Barnes 
(Howard), Julie Rider (Kurt), and Betsy Forinash (Brian), all of Hays; 
his brother-in-law, Paul Marshall (Deb), Great Bend, KS; 24 nieces and 
nephews; his beloved dog, Beemer, and horses, Drifter and Callahan. 
A private memorial will be scheduled at a later date when it is safe to travel and gather.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1612206467810.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ronald Christopher “Chris” Dinges, age 66, of Golden, Colorado — 
husband, father, grandfather, entrepreneur, and outdoorsman — passed 
away on Monday, January 25, 2021, following an extended illness. His 
family is grateful for the compassionate care provided by the staff of 
Saint Joseph Hospital and Collier Hospice Center. 
Chris was born on December 30, 1954, in Hays, Kansas to Leroy “Butch” and
 Elizabeth “Betty” (Schnatterly) Dinges. He graduated from Hays High 
School with the Class of 1972. 
After spilling beer in her hair at the Club Three in Hays, he charmed 
and married Sara Jo Marshall on June 26, 1976, in the Congregational 
Church in Stockton, Kansas. They welcomed their only child, a daughter, 
Jennifer Lynn, on December 20, 1978, in Hays. 
Their love of Colorado was solidified during many motorcycle and camping
 trips, and the family moved to Morrison, Colorado in 1980. Chris later 
found his dream home in the foothills of Golden, with land for horses 
and a grandiose view of the Continental Divide. He spent the next 
decades camping, fishing, hunting, horseback and motorcycle riding, 
canoeing, and pontoon boating in every corner of the state, and 
especially enjoyed the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. 
His childhood love of tinkering and engines lead him to a career in the 
motorcycle industry, first in Hays, and then in the Denver Metro area. 
He was a brilliant mechanic, “so smart in a motor.” As the Lakewood 
Honda Service Manager, he brought the dealership many excellence awards,
 while being teased for having the cleanest mechanic’s hands in the 
land. He was also the skilled rider heading into the sunset in some 
Honda commercials. 
He started his own shop, Foothills Cycles, in 1990, first featuring used
 bikes and custom show Harleys, and then gaining the BMW franchise in 
1995. With the support of family, friends and staff, he built it to be 
the top BMW dealership in the U.S. for several years, for which he was 
rewarded with many accolades and fun vacations. His crowning glory were 
some European trips, riding motorcycles on the Autobahn through Germany 
and Austria with Sara on the back. Those were years of long work hours 
as a family, but many Gordos burritos, Black Angus steaks, and Lyle 
Lovett concerts shared after they closed up shop for the night. 
His additional talents as a horse farrier and rider, heavy machine 
operator, gun history aficionado and hunter, big fish storyteller, 
Saturday Night Fever singer, and Sunday morning omelette maker will be 
remembered and admired. 
He was preceded in death by his brother, Cliff; his best friend, Sam 
Mongeau; his wife, Sara, in 2006, after 30 years of marriage; his 
mother-in-law, Ruth Marshall; and his father, Leroy. 
Surviving family includes his daughter, Jennifer Minch (Andy) and 
granddaughter, Locke Sara, of Bend, Oregon; his mother, Betty Dinges, of
 Hays; nine siblings, Terri Rupp (Bruce), Hays, Rick (Dorene) Fruita, 
CO, Sharon Wasinger (Roxie Whitmer), Pueblo West, CO, Mary Jane Arnhold 
(Tim), Loveland, CO, Michelle Dietrich (Fred), Wamego, KS, Lucy Barnes 
(Howard), Julie Rider (Kurt), and Betsy Forinash (Brian), all of Hays; 
his brother-in-law, Paul Marshall (Deb), Great Bend, KS; 24 nieces and 
nephews; his beloved dog, Beemer, and horses, Drifter and Callahan. 
A private memorial will be scheduled at a later date when it is safe to travel and gather.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Ronald Christopher 'Chris' Dinges

Delbert “Del” Di Siemers passed away on 23 January 2021 in 
Huntsville, AL, from various health complications. He was 75. There will
 be a private memorial service for immediate family members at a later 
date.

Delbert was the youngest child of Henry Adolph Siemers and Ella 
Loutresy (Cullum) Siemers. He was born in Luray, KS, where he attended 
primary school. He attended college at the University of Kansas and Fort
 Hays State University, graduating with his bachelor’s degree.

He was medically retired from the Army after 13 years of service. He 
spent a majority of his Army career in the Army Security Agency with 
duty assignments overseas in Germany and at multiple duty locations 
throughout Asia.

After retiring, Delbert lived in Chapman, KS, where he worked at Fort
 Riley, KS, as a Front-End Commissary Manager and as an Education 
Technician. He then relocated to live with family in Lawton, OK; Moncks 
Corner, SC; and Madison, AL, where he resided at the time of his death.

Delbert loved to sing country classics and hymns. He always had an 
inappropriate joke or story to tell about his time in the military and 
growing up. He didn’t know a stranger, and always had open arms for a 
hug. He was supportive of his children and grandchildren.

Delbert is survived by his daughter, Ella (Richard) Sweazy, of 
Madison, AL, and his son, Sky (Karen) Siemers, of Reston, VA. He is also
 survived by his granddaughter, Dana Sweazy; grandson, Alexander Sweazy;
 and great-grandson, Ivan Martin-Young. He is preceded in death by his 
parents, 6 brothers (Donald, Dewey, Theodore, Richard, Arden, and 
Wayne), 3 sisters (Pauline, Dallas, and Virginia), and his 
granddaughter, Emily Sweazy.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorial contributions in 
honor of Delbert to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 
Emily Sweazy’s Memorial Fund, <a href="https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/EmilySweazy">https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/EmilySweazy</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/2/1612205904972.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Delbert “Del” Di Siemers passed away on 23 January 2021 in 
Huntsville, AL, from various health complications. He was 75. There will
 be a private memorial service for immediate family members at a later 
date.Delbert was the youngest child of Henry Adolph Siemers and Ella 
Loutresy (Cullum) Siemers. He was born in Luray, KS, where he attended 
primary school. He attended college at the University of Kansas and Fort
 Hays State University, graduating with his bachelor’s degree.He was medically retired from the Army after 13 years of service. He 
spent a majority of his Army career in the Army Security Agency with 
duty assignments overseas in Germany and at multiple duty locations 
throughout Asia.After retiring, Delbert lived in Chapman, KS, where he worked at Fort
 Riley, KS, as a Front-End Commissary Manager and as an Education 
Technician. He then relocated to live with family in Lawton, OK; Moncks 
Corner, SC; and Madison, AL, where he resided at the time of his death.Delbert loved to sing country classics and hymns. He always had an 
inappropriate joke or story to tell about his time in the military and 
growing up. He didn’t know a stranger, and always had open arms for a 
hug. He was supportive of his children and grandchildren.Delbert is survived by his daughter, Ella (Richard) Sweazy, of 
Madison, AL, and his son, Sky (Karen) Siemers, of Reston, VA. He is also
 survived by his granddaughter, Dana Sweazy; grandson, Alexander Sweazy;
 and great-grandson, Ivan Martin-Young. He is preceded in death by his 
parents, 6 brothers (Donald, Dewey, Theodore, Richard, Arden, and 
Wayne), 3 sisters (Pauline, Dallas, and Virginia), and his 
granddaughter, Emily Sweazy.In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorial contributions in 
honor of Delbert to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 
Emily Sweazy’s Memorial Fund, <a href="https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/EmilySweazy">https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/EmilySweazy</a>.

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