Robert Kenneth 'Bob' Green, 85, passed away
peacefully on March 6, 2025 surrounded by his family.&nbsp;

He was born March 13, 1939 in Hartford,
Connecticut, the son of Matthew R. and Mary (Price) Green. &nbsp;At the age of
17, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served his country proudly in Vietnam,
Thailand, and Japan, and was part of the 89th Airlift Wing as crew chief for
Air Force One. &nbsp;Bob retired in 1979 as Senior Master Sergeant, and after
his retirement, he was Program Manager for the B-1 Bomber program at Dyess AFB
in Abilene, Texas.

He is survived by his sons Matthew Green and
wife Stacie of Chisago City, MN and Timothy Green and wife Mary of Grantham,
NH, his daughter Erin Forst and husband Chuck of Pomfret Center, CT, and he
also leaves many beloved grandchildren, Michelle, Patrick, and Benjamin
(Jordan) Green, Samantha (Nathan) Lizotte, Jessica (Erik) Bellerose, and
Jonathan Forst, Kassidy, Camryn, and McKenna Green, Alex and Bryson Green, Kyle
and Shane McQuaid, and a great grandson, Lucas.&nbsp;

Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife of
52 years, Phyllis (Karlin), his son Robert Sean Green, and his parents Matthew
Robert Green and Mary Blough.

Funeral Services will be at 11:00 am on
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Fr. Damian
Richards officiating. &nbsp;Burial with military honors by the Hays VFW Post
#9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Severin Cemetery in Severin, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation
will be from 10:00 am until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; In lieu of
flowers, memorials in Bob’s memory are suggested to St. Severin Cemetery.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Bob may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742160495755.jpeg" alt="Robert Kenneth 'Bob' Green" />
 <figcaption>Robert Kenneth 'Bob' Green</figcaption>
 </figure>Robert Kenneth 'Bob' Green, 85, passed away
peacefully on March 6, 2025 surrounded by his family.&nbsp;He was born March 13, 1939 in Hartford,
Connecticut, the son of Matthew R. and Mary (Price) Green. &nbsp;At the age of
17, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served his country proudly in Vietnam,
Thailand, and Japan, and was part of the 89th Airlift Wing as crew chief for
Air Force One. &nbsp;Bob retired in 1979 as Senior Master Sergeant, and after
his retirement, he was Program Manager for the B-1 Bomber program at Dyess AFB
in Abilene, Texas.He is survived by his sons Matthew Green and
wife Stacie of Chisago City, MN and Timothy Green and wife Mary of Grantham,
NH, his daughter Erin Forst and husband Chuck of Pomfret Center, CT, and he
also leaves many beloved grandchildren, Michelle, Patrick, and Benjamin
(Jordan) Green, Samantha (Nathan) Lizotte, Jessica (Erik) Bellerose, and
Jonathan Forst, Kassidy, Camryn, and McKenna Green, Alex and Bryson Green, Kyle
and Shane McQuaid, and a great grandson, Lucas.&nbsp;Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife of
52 years, Phyllis (Karlin), his son Robert Sean Green, and his parents Matthew
Robert Green and Mary Blough.Funeral Services will be at 11:00 am on
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Fr. Damian
Richards officiating. &nbsp;Burial with military honors by the Hays VFW Post
#9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Severin Cemetery in Severin, Kansas. &nbsp;Visitation
will be from 10:00 am until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; In lieu of
flowers, memorials in Bob’s memory are suggested to St. Severin Cemetery.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Bob may be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

Robert Kenneth 'Bob' Green

Christopher 'Chris' Hay, age 64, of Lincoln, passed away March 10, 2025.

Celebration
of Life will be 5:00P-9:00P on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Wilderness Ridge,
1800 Wilderness Woods Pl, Lincoln, NE 68512.

Funeral arrangements
entrusted to Butherus, Maser &amp; Love Funeral Home, 4040 A Street, Lincoln,
NE 68510. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741978551736.png" alt="Christopher 'Chris' Hay" />
 <figcaption>Christopher 'Chris' Hay</figcaption>
 </figure>Christopher 'Chris' Hay, age 64, of Lincoln, passed away March 10, 2025.Celebration
of Life will be 5:00P-9:00P on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Wilderness Ridge,
1800 Wilderness Woods Pl, Lincoln, NE 68512.Funeral arrangements
entrusted to Butherus, Maser &amp; Love Funeral Home, 4040 A Street, Lincoln,
NE 68510. Condolences can be
left at www.bmlfh.com

Christopher 'Chris' Hay

Gayle Ernst, age72, of Ellis, Kansas, died on Wednesday, March 12,
2025, in Ellis. She was born on February 3, 1953, in Oceanside, California to
Carl Gene and Lila Lee (Smith) Gilpin. On January 19, 1982, she married Greg
Ernst in Ellis, he preceded her in death on February 3, 2024.

Gayle worked as a Cosmetologist, and as a CNA providing care for
individuals in the greater Ellis County area, but her greatest joy was being a
grandmother and Great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time at the lake,
gardening, and was quite an accomplished cook, sharing her recipes with friends
and family alike. Gayle never knew a stranger and had a heart as big as the
great outdoors, caring for her adopted children and pets.

She is survived by her sons: Shane (Amy) Buchholz, Charlie
(Yi-Tan) Martin of Glendale, Arizona, and Tyler Watson of Manhattan, Kansas;
her sister: Carla (Michael) Stiles of Hill City, Kansas; her grandchildren:
Jordyn Buchholz, Andrea Buchholz, Trinten Ernst, Matthew Ernst, Harper
Buchholz, Leighton Buchholz, Haven Watson and Annistyn Watson as well as five
great-grandchildren, together with one on the way. She will be deeply missed by
her extended family of nieces, nephews, and special friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son: Lucas; and
her sister: Linda.

Memorial Services and a Celebration of Gayle's life will be
Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory -
Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601. Inurnment will take place
in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery - Ellis at 3 PM on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: The Humane Society
of the High Plains in care of the funeral chapel.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741890083178.jpeg" alt="Gayle Ernst" />
 <figcaption>Gayle Ernst</figcaption>
 </figure>Gayle Ernst, age72, of Ellis, Kansas, died on Wednesday, March 12,
2025, in Ellis. She was born on February 3, 1953, in Oceanside, California to
Carl Gene and Lila Lee (Smith) Gilpin. On January 19, 1982, she married Greg
Ernst in Ellis, he preceded her in death on February 3, 2024.Gayle worked as a Cosmetologist, and as a CNA providing care for
individuals in the greater Ellis County area, but her greatest joy was being a
grandmother and Great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time at the lake,
gardening, and was quite an accomplished cook, sharing her recipes with friends
and family alike. Gayle never knew a stranger and had a heart as big as the
great outdoors, caring for her adopted children and pets.She is survived by her sons: Shane (Amy) Buchholz, Charlie
(Yi-Tan) Martin of Glendale, Arizona, and Tyler Watson of Manhattan, Kansas;
her sister: Carla (Michael) Stiles of Hill City, Kansas; her grandchildren:
Jordyn Buchholz, Andrea Buchholz, Trinten Ernst, Matthew Ernst, Harper
Buchholz, Leighton Buchholz, Haven Watson and Annistyn Watson as well as five
great-grandchildren, together with one on the way. She will be deeply missed by
her extended family of nieces, nephews, and special friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son: Lucas; and
her sister: Linda.Memorial Services and a Celebration of Gayle's life will be
Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory -
Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601. Inurnment will take place
in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery - Ellis at 3 PM on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: The Humane Society
of the High Plains in care of the funeral chapel.

Gayle Ernst

Dixie Lee Bergmeier, 87, died March 7, 2025, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler. She was born January 14, 1938, in Wakefield, the daughter of Mert and Louise (Blesh) Sherbert. Her parents died when she was young and she was taken in and raised by William “Bill” and Lela Auld of Wakefield.

Dixie graduated from Wakefield Rural High School with the Class of 1956. She attended Kansas State University and Washburn University. Dixie received her associate’s degree in 1984 from Colby Community College and was a licensed practical nurse. In 1989, she earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley and became a registered nurse. Dixie worked at the Phillips County Home in Phillipsburg and Good Samaritan Society in Fort Collins and later as a nurse at Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins.

Along with her husband Gary, Dixie was in the second class of emergency medical technicians in Kansas and they served as EMTs in Hoxie and Phillipsburg. Dixie was also involved with Gary’s farm equipment operations in Hoxie and Phillipsburg. She was active in Missouri Synod Lutheran churches in Colby, Hoxie, Phillipsburg, Abilene, Manhattan, and Fort Collins, CO.

On June 1, 1958, Dixie married Gary Francis Bergmeier, at the home of Bill and Lela Auld in Wakefield. They shared 64 years of marriage before his death in February, 2023.

She is survived by: her four sons, Mark and Michele of Wamego, Mike and Angie of Hutchinson, Dave of Dodge City, Dan and Monica of Hutchinson; 11 grandchildren, Paige (Ryan), Petey (Samantha), Preston (Becca), Brock (Sarah), Elissa, Olivia, Frank, J.J., Eli, Andrew, Isabella; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Dixie’s wishes were to be cremated. Memorial service will be 10 a.m., Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 4801 Anderson Ave., Manhattan. After a light family luncheon, burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Wakefield.

The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m., Friday, April 4, 2025, at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church or the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741890455174.jpeg" alt="Dixie Lee Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Dixie Lee Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Dixie Lee Bergmeier, 87, died March 7, 2025, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler. She was born January 14, 1938, in Wakefield, the daughter of Mert and Louise (Blesh) Sherbert. Her parents died when she was young and she was taken in and raised by William “Bill” and Lela Auld of Wakefield.Dixie graduated from Wakefield Rural High School with the Class of 1956. She attended Kansas State University and Washburn University. Dixie received her associate’s degree in 1984 from Colby Community College and was a licensed practical nurse. In 1989, she earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley and became a registered nurse. Dixie worked at the Phillips County Home in Phillipsburg and Good Samaritan Society in Fort Collins and later as a nurse at Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins.Along with her husband Gary, Dixie was in the second class of emergency medical technicians in Kansas and they served as EMTs in Hoxie and Phillipsburg. Dixie was also involved with Gary’s farm equipment operations in Hoxie and Phillipsburg. She was active in Missouri Synod Lutheran churches in Colby, Hoxie, Phillipsburg, Abilene, Manhattan, and Fort Collins, CO.On June 1, 1958, Dixie married Gary Francis Bergmeier, at the home of Bill and Lela Auld in Wakefield. They shared 64 years of marriage before his death in February, 2023.She is survived by: her four sons, Mark and Michele of Wamego, Mike and Angie of Hutchinson, Dave of Dodge City, Dan and Monica of Hutchinson; 11 grandchildren, Paige (Ryan), Petey (Samantha), Preston (Becca), Brock (Sarah), Elissa, Olivia, Frank, J.J., Eli, Andrew, Isabella; and eight great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.Dixie’s wishes were to be cremated. Memorial service will be 10 a.m., Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 4801 Anderson Ave., Manhattan. After a light family luncheon, burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Wakefield.The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m., Friday, April 4, 2025, at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church or the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.SERVICES

Dixie Lee Bergmeier

Richard Pywell, of
rural Palco, Kansas, passed away on March 10, 2025, at his home, at the age of
85. He was born on January 24, 1940, to Percy and Effie (Ouderkirk) Pywell in
Zurich, Kansas. He was married on June 23, 1962, to Carol June Mayhew in Plainville.

Richard grew up in
Rooks County. He graduated from Palco High School in 1958. He received his
bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Kansas State University in
1963. Richard had a successful and fulfilling career in healthcare facilities management.
He served as the Director of Plant Operations at Hadley Hospital in Hays, Sarah
Bush Memorial Hospital in Charleston, Illinois, and Ottumwa Regional Health Center
in Ottumwa, Iowa. Throughout his career, Richard was dedicated to ensuring the efficient
and safe operation of the hospitals he managed. He was known for his leadership,
technical expertise, and commitment to his work. His contributions were valued
by his colleagues, and he made a lasting impact on the institutions he served.

Richard enjoyed
cheering on his daughters in everything they did, whether it was one of many
dance recitals, volleyball matches, baseball games, and track meets. He also enjoyed
piddling on many different projects and telling technically detailed “common sense”
stories. You could find him working on one of many projects that Carol had planned
out for him, but you would most likely find him over in the shop working on his
Packard, tearing apart and rebuilding one of his many Wheelhorse mowers, or searching
for a tool he couldn’t find because someone had tried to organize his cluttered
shop. When he wasn’t working on a project, he enjoyed watching vehicle restoration
shows, You-Tube, Chiefs football or Fox news on TV. Richard never stopped learning
and always said he could fix it. He was a member of NRA – National Rifle Association.

Richard is survived by
his wife, Carol; three daughters, Tracy A. (J.R.) Miller of Edgerton, Kansas,
Jill A. (Kirby) Wechsler of Ellis, Kansas, Brandee A. Klawonn of Charleston,
Illinois; siblings, Florann Young of Meridian, Idaho, Leroy Pywell of Wichita,
Kansas, Wilma Hiser of Cleveland, Tennessee, Beverly Barr of Nampa, Idaho; four
grandchildren, Chase Wechsler, Kyle (Maddie) Wechsler, Nathaniel Wechsler, Donette
Klawonn; seven great-grandchildren, Braelynn Wechsler, Rustin Wechsler, Jettison
Miller, Charlotte Miller, Eliott Miller, Archer Wechsler, Caiden Erwin.

He was preceded in
death by his parents, Percy and Effie Pywell; brother, George Pywell; in-laws,
Paul and June Mayhew, Gary Mayhew, Lois Pywell, Harry Young, and Dale Hiser;
grandson, Jesse Miller; and son-in-law, Raymond Scott Klawonn.

A funeral service will
be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at the Nazarene Church in
Plainville. The burial will follow at Pleasantview Cemetery in Palco.
Visitation will be on Friday, 6-8:00PM at the funeral home in Plainville.

Memorials are suggested
to the Plainville Church of the Nazarene and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease
Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663. 

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741833413785.jpeg" alt="Richard Pywell" />
 <figcaption>Richard Pywell</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard Pywell, of
rural Palco, Kansas, passed away on March 10, 2025, at his home, at the age of
85. He was born on January 24, 1940, to Percy and Effie (Ouderkirk) Pywell in
Zurich, Kansas. He was married on June 23, 1962, to Carol June Mayhew in Plainville.Richard grew up in
Rooks County. He graduated from Palco High School in 1958. He received his
bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Kansas State University in
1963. Richard had a successful and fulfilling career in healthcare facilities management.
He served as the Director of Plant Operations at Hadley Hospital in Hays, Sarah
Bush Memorial Hospital in Charleston, Illinois, and Ottumwa Regional Health Center
in Ottumwa, Iowa. Throughout his career, Richard was dedicated to ensuring the efficient
and safe operation of the hospitals he managed. He was known for his leadership,
technical expertise, and commitment to his work. His contributions were valued
by his colleagues, and he made a lasting impact on the institutions he served.Richard enjoyed
cheering on his daughters in everything they did, whether it was one of many
dance recitals, volleyball matches, baseball games, and track meets. He also enjoyed
piddling on many different projects and telling technically detailed “common sense”
stories. You could find him working on one of many projects that Carol had planned
out for him, but you would most likely find him over in the shop working on his
Packard, tearing apart and rebuilding one of his many Wheelhorse mowers, or searching
for a tool he couldn’t find because someone had tried to organize his cluttered
shop. When he wasn’t working on a project, he enjoyed watching vehicle restoration
shows, You-Tube, Chiefs football or Fox news on TV. Richard never stopped learning
and always said he could fix it. He was a member of NRA – National Rifle Association.Richard is survived by
his wife, Carol; three daughters, Tracy A. (J.R.) Miller of Edgerton, Kansas,
Jill A. (Kirby) Wechsler of Ellis, Kansas, Brandee A. Klawonn of Charleston,
Illinois; siblings, Florann Young of Meridian, Idaho, Leroy Pywell of Wichita,
Kansas, Wilma Hiser of Cleveland, Tennessee, Beverly Barr of Nampa, Idaho; four
grandchildren, Chase Wechsler, Kyle (Maddie) Wechsler, Nathaniel Wechsler, Donette
Klawonn; seven great-grandchildren, Braelynn Wechsler, Rustin Wechsler, Jettison
Miller, Charlotte Miller, Eliott Miller, Archer Wechsler, Caiden Erwin.He was preceded in
death by his parents, Percy and Effie Pywell; brother, George Pywell; in-laws,
Paul and June Mayhew, Gary Mayhew, Lois Pywell, Harry Young, and Dale Hiser;
grandson, Jesse Miller; and son-in-law, Raymond Scott Klawonn.A funeral service will
be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at the Nazarene Church in
Plainville. The burial will follow at Pleasantview Cemetery in Palco.
Visitation will be on Friday, 6-8:00PM at the funeral home in Plainville.Memorials are suggested
to the Plainville Church of the Nazarene and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease
Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663. Online condolences may
be left for the family at <a href="http://www.plumeroverlease.com">www.plumeroverlease.com</a>

Richard Pywell

Patrick
Frank Herrman, 78, Salina, KS passed away March 10, 2025 at Smoky Hill Health
Rehabilitation Center. He was born to Balser and Rosanna (Legleiter) Herrman on
3/17/1946 at La Crosse, KS. He moved to Salina, KS from Sturgis, SD in June of
2024. He resided in Sturgis for 5 ½ years.

Pat
graduated from Sylvan Grove High School in 1965. He enlisted in the United
State Air Force after graduation. Pat was a Vietnam Veteran having served in
Cam Ranh Bay, South Vietnam having reached the rank of Sergeant. His MOS was
Air Passenger Specialist. He was honorably discharged in February 1969. In June
of 2017 he was able to go on the Honor Flight to Washington, DC with his
brother David. Pat was a Lifetime member of the VFW.

Patrick
married Lois Karst on May 11, 1974. Lois passed away in January 2014 before
they could celebrate their 40th Wedding Anniversary. To this union they adopted
two children. He was a former member of Messiah Lutheran Church Hays, KS. He
was formerly married to Linda Meitler.

Pat was
a Transportation Driver for Hays School District, Hays KS and Lake Havasu
School District, Lake Havasu, AZ. While employed at Lake Havasu School District
he won several first place trophies for their Bus Drivers Rodeos. He was also
their Bus Driver Trainer where he received many awards and certificates for his
excellence in the training program. He retired from the Lake Havasu School
District. During his years he was also an Oil Tank water truck driver and
Semi-truck driver.

Survivors
include his son, Nicholas Herrman, Las Vegas, NV and a daughter, Kaylene
Herrman, South Dakota. Three grandchildren Perry, Maxwell and Brixton. Brothers
David(Charlotte)Herrman, Salina, KS, Jerry(Gayle)Herrman, Garden City, KS and
John(Deb)Herrman, Osborne, KS. Brother-in-laws Tom(Mary)Karst, Hays, KS,
Mark(Shannon)Karst, Victoria, KS and Lance Smith, Hays, KS. Sister-in-laws
Diane(Gene)Schmidt, Great Bend, KS, and Marilyn(Larry)Schumacher, Lyons, KS.
Many nieces and nephews.

He was
preceded in death by his wife Lois, his parents Bill and Rosanna Herrman,
brother Samuel Herrman. Father-in-law and mother-in-law Albert and Doris Karst.
Brother-in-laws Steve Karst and Doug Karst. Sister-in-laws Lanita Smith and
Patty Karst. Nephews Dustin Karst and Joey Herrman.

Memorial
services will be held on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM in the Roselawn
Memorial Heights Chapel with Rev. Del Strecker officiating. Inurnment will
follow at 3:00 PM in the Mt. Allen Cemetery in Hays, KS. Memorials may be made
to Gentiva Hospice; 1003 Albert Ave., Salina, KS 67401.

Arrangements
have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online
condolences can be sent to <a href="http://www.roselawnsalina.com">www.roselawnsalina.com</a>
or to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Roselawnburialandcremation">www.facebook.com/Roselawnburialandcremation</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741806917360.jpeg" alt="Patrick Frank Herrman" />
 <figcaption>Patrick Frank Herrman</figcaption>
 </figure>Patrick
Frank Herrman, 78, Salina, KS passed away March 10, 2025 at Smoky Hill Health
Rehabilitation Center. He was born to Balser and Rosanna (Legleiter) Herrman on
3/17/1946 at La Crosse, KS. He moved to Salina, KS from Sturgis, SD in June of
2024. He resided in Sturgis for 5 ½ years.Pat
graduated from Sylvan Grove High School in 1965. He enlisted in the United
State Air Force after graduation. Pat was a Vietnam Veteran having served in
Cam Ranh Bay, South Vietnam having reached the rank of Sergeant. His MOS was
Air Passenger Specialist. He was honorably discharged in February 1969. In June
of 2017 he was able to go on the Honor Flight to Washington, DC with his
brother David. Pat was a Lifetime member of the VFW.Patrick
married Lois Karst on May 11, 1974. Lois passed away in January 2014 before
they could celebrate their 40th Wedding Anniversary. To this union they adopted
two children. He was a former member of Messiah Lutheran Church Hays, KS. He
was formerly married to Linda Meitler.Pat was
a Transportation Driver for Hays School District, Hays KS and Lake Havasu
School District, Lake Havasu, AZ. While employed at Lake Havasu School District
he won several first place trophies for their Bus Drivers Rodeos. He was also
their Bus Driver Trainer where he received many awards and certificates for his
excellence in the training program. He retired from the Lake Havasu School
District. During his years he was also an Oil Tank water truck driver and
Semi-truck driver.Survivors
include his son, Nicholas Herrman, Las Vegas, NV and a daughter, Kaylene
Herrman, South Dakota. Three grandchildren Perry, Maxwell and Brixton. Brothers
David(Charlotte)Herrman, Salina, KS, Jerry(Gayle)Herrman, Garden City, KS and
John(Deb)Herrman, Osborne, KS. Brother-in-laws Tom(Mary)Karst, Hays, KS,
Mark(Shannon)Karst, Victoria, KS and Lance Smith, Hays, KS. Sister-in-laws
Diane(Gene)Schmidt, Great Bend, KS, and Marilyn(Larry)Schumacher, Lyons, KS.
Many nieces and nephews.He was
preceded in death by his wife Lois, his parents Bill and Rosanna Herrman,
brother Samuel Herrman. Father-in-law and mother-in-law Albert and Doris Karst.
Brother-in-laws Steve Karst and Doug Karst. Sister-in-laws Lanita Smith and
Patty Karst. Nephews Dustin Karst and Joey Herrman.Memorial
services will be held on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM in the Roselawn
Memorial Heights Chapel with Rev. Del Strecker officiating. Inurnment will
follow at 3:00 PM in the Mt. Allen Cemetery in Hays, KS. Memorials may be made
to Gentiva Hospice; 1003 Albert Ave., Salina, KS 67401.Arrangements
have been entrusted to Roselawn Burial and Cremation Services. Online
condolences can be sent to <a href="http://www.roselawnsalina.com">www.roselawnsalina.com</a>
or to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Roselawnburialandcremation">www.facebook.com/Roselawnburialandcremation</a>.

Patrick Frank Herrman

Iva LaVera Beckman of Hill City, Kansas died March 9, 2025,
five days after her 87th birthday. She was born to Elmer and
Katherine (Donnelly) Hall on the family farm. The family grew and it certainly
was a house full of girls: Iva LaVera, Norma Jean, Elma Kay, Trudy Ann, and
Kathy Sue.

In the fall of 1944, Iva entered first grade at the Pleasant
Hill Country School. It was a one-room school attended by children in all eight
grades. By her third-grade year, there was a school consolidation, so she went
to Penokee Grade School. There were four in her class. Iva graduated in the
Hill City High School&nbsp; Class of
1956.&nbsp; 

She then moved to Denver, Colorado, enrolling at Parks
Business College, graduating from there in December of 1956. She hurried home
on the train for a quick Christmas visit and then back for her first job with
the Martin Company. Iva was living there with her Uncle Frank and Aunt Lottie
Welty, sharing a room with her cousin Lila.

Iva, with the help of Uncle Frank,&nbsp; purchased her first car so she could drive to
her new job at Fort Logan. It was the first and last car she ever bought.

&nbsp; At a dance
in Lenora, Iva met Calvin Beckman. The couple were married at the
Congregational Church in Lenora, June 7, 1959. They enjoyed 60 wonderful years
together. The family grew to four with the birth of Wanda and later Lonnie. The
couple made their home in Graham County for the rest of their lives. Later in
life, they left the country life and moved to Hill City. Calvin passed away
December 18, 2019.

The North Star Community, where they made their rural home,
was a community of farm families. Planting, cultivating, and harvesting were
usually the main topics when they all got together. However, the ladies, known
as the “North Star Neighbors”, got together for their monthly “meetings” at the
old North Star School House.&nbsp; The topics
there were usually children, recipes, gardens, and&nbsp; sewing. Once a month, on Saturday evening, the
couples gathered for Pinochle. Those were the best times, filled with sometimes
serious card hands, stories, and always laughter. 

As any farm wife knows, being busy was the norm: caring
for&nbsp; the home, gathering for meals at the
dinner table or out in the field, gardening, and sometimes helping round up
cattle, moving machinery, or anything else that needed tending. In her spare
time Iva tended to her beautiful array of flowers and crocheted afghans,
gifting one to each of her grandchildren for graduation.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Iva also worked at Rural Telephone Service Company as a
secretary for close to 30 years. She was active in her church and was a member
of Rebekahs Lodge of IOOF (Independent Order of Odd Fellows).

Iva was preceded in death by her parents; husband Calvin;
sisters: Elma Kay LeBeau, and Trudy Metcalf; brothers-in-law:&nbsp; Walter LeBeau, Phil Miller, John “Bill”
Metcalf, Galen Covalt, Joe Berry and Alvin Beckman; and sister-in-law Geneva
Berry.

Survivors include her daughter, Wanda (Mike) Vincent of
Norton; her son, Lonnie (Jacque) Beckman of Lenora; grandchildren: Heath
(Laurie) Vincent of Wamego, Tabitha (Jake) Stalder of Beaver City, Nebraska,
Clayton (Allie) Beckman of Lenora, Garen (Elianys) Beckman of Watauga, Texas,
Zoie Beckman of Lenora; 11 great grandchildren;&nbsp;
foster grandson Tanner Herskowitz of Lenora; and sisters Norma Jean
Miller of Blue Rapids, Kansas and Kathy Sue Covalt of Hill City.

Iva was a kind and loving lady, always ready and willing to
help others. We will miss her lovely smile and cheerful personality. 

Memorials may be made to the United Parish in Lenora,
Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741649070345.jpeg" alt="Iva LaVera Beckman" />
 <figcaption>Iva LaVera Beckman</figcaption>
 </figure>Iva LaVera Beckman of Hill City, Kansas died March 9, 2025,
five days after her 87th birthday. She was born to Elmer and
Katherine (Donnelly) Hall on the family farm. The family grew and it certainly
was a house full of girls: Iva LaVera, Norma Jean, Elma Kay, Trudy Ann, and
Kathy Sue.In the fall of 1944, Iva entered first grade at the Pleasant
Hill Country School. It was a one-room school attended by children in all eight
grades. By her third-grade year, there was a school consolidation, so she went
to Penokee Grade School. There were four in her class. Iva graduated in the
Hill City High School&nbsp; Class of
1956.&nbsp; She then moved to Denver, Colorado, enrolling at Parks
Business College, graduating from there in December of 1956. She hurried home
on the train for a quick Christmas visit and then back for her first job with
the Martin Company. Iva was living there with her Uncle Frank and Aunt Lottie
Welty, sharing a room with her cousin Lila.Iva, with the help of Uncle Frank,&nbsp; purchased her first car so she could drive to
her new job at Fort Logan. It was the first and last car she ever bought.&nbsp; At a dance
in Lenora, Iva met Calvin Beckman. The couple were married at the
Congregational Church in Lenora, June 7, 1959. They enjoyed 60 wonderful years
together. The family grew to four with the birth of Wanda and later Lonnie. The
couple made their home in Graham County for the rest of their lives. Later in
life, they left the country life and moved to Hill City. Calvin passed away
December 18, 2019.The North Star Community, where they made their rural home,
was a community of farm families. Planting, cultivating, and harvesting were
usually the main topics when they all got together. However, the ladies, known
as the “North Star Neighbors”, got together for their monthly “meetings” at the
old North Star School House.&nbsp; The topics
there were usually children, recipes, gardens, and&nbsp; sewing. Once a month, on Saturday evening, the
couples gathered for Pinochle. Those were the best times, filled with sometimes
serious card hands, stories, and always laughter. As any farm wife knows, being busy was the norm: caring
for&nbsp; the home, gathering for meals at the
dinner table or out in the field, gardening, and sometimes helping round up
cattle, moving machinery, or anything else that needed tending. In her spare
time Iva tended to her beautiful array of flowers and crocheted afghans,
gifting one to each of her grandchildren for graduation.&nbsp;&nbsp; Iva also worked at Rural Telephone Service Company as a
secretary for close to 30 years. She was active in her church and was a member
of Rebekahs Lodge of IOOF (Independent Order of Odd Fellows).Iva was preceded in death by her parents; husband Calvin;
sisters: Elma Kay LeBeau, and Trudy Metcalf; brothers-in-law:&nbsp; Walter LeBeau, Phil Miller, John “Bill”
Metcalf, Galen Covalt, Joe Berry and Alvin Beckman; and sister-in-law Geneva
Berry.Survivors include her daughter, Wanda (Mike) Vincent of
Norton; her son, Lonnie (Jacque) Beckman of Lenora; grandchildren: Heath
(Laurie) Vincent of Wamego, Tabitha (Jake) Stalder of Beaver City, Nebraska,
Clayton (Allie) Beckman of Lenora, Garen (Elianys) Beckman of Watauga, Texas,
Zoie Beckman of Lenora; 11 great grandchildren;&nbsp;
foster grandson Tanner Herskowitz of Lenora; and sisters Norma Jean
Miller of Blue Rapids, Kansas and Kathy Sue Covalt of Hill City.Iva was a kind and loving lady, always ready and willing to
help others. We will miss her lovely smile and cheerful personality. Memorials may be made to the United Parish in Lenora,
Kansas.

Iva LaVera Beckman

Jane Elizabeth Nutting
was born on July 19, 1955 in Hutchinson, Kansas. She was the sixth of six
children of Leo F. Massey and Neva Loretta (Belden) Massey, originally of Reno
and Rice Counties, Kansas. Jane grew up in Hays, Kansas, graduating in 1972, followed
by attendance at Fort Hays Kansas State College.

As a young woman, Jane
lived in Hill City. She married Earnest Richmeier there on June 8, 1979; they
divorced in 1991. On August 14, 1993 she married Howard Leroy (“Lee”) Nutting.
They lived in Logan, Kansas, and Jane continued working in the oil field. In
1998 she and Lee moved to an acreage near Anderson, Missouri. There she worked
for Walmart and trained as a medical transcriptionist, the work she did until
her retirement. Lee passed away in 2016. In 2018 Jane moved to WaKeeney,
Kansas, with her much loved dogs and cat.

Jane had many friends,
was devoted to her kin, kept in touch with her high school classmates, and
became an avid fan of the University of Oregon’s women’s basketball team. She
was a ‘country girl’ who worked hard and enjoyed her free time. Gregarious, she
‘never knew a stranger’. She was a reader and followed current events closely.
Unique, indeed, there will never be another Jane.

She is survived by her
stepchildren, Stephanie Lang and Marcus Nutting, six grandchildren, her sister
Kathryn and brothers Steven and Garth.

A gift in Jane's memory
can be made to the Humane Society of the High Plains, PO Box 311, Hays,
Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp; 67601.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741648865454.jpeg" alt="Jane Elizabeth Nutting" />
 <figcaption>Jane Elizabeth Nutting</figcaption>
 </figure>Jane Elizabeth Nutting
was born on July 19, 1955 in Hutchinson, Kansas. She was the sixth of six
children of Leo F. Massey and Neva Loretta (Belden) Massey, originally of Reno
and Rice Counties, Kansas. Jane grew up in Hays, Kansas, graduating in 1972, followed
by attendance at Fort Hays Kansas State College.As a young woman, Jane
lived in Hill City. She married Earnest Richmeier there on June 8, 1979; they
divorced in 1991. On August 14, 1993 she married Howard Leroy (“Lee”) Nutting.
They lived in Logan, Kansas, and Jane continued working in the oil field. In
1998 she and Lee moved to an acreage near Anderson, Missouri. There she worked
for Walmart and trained as a medical transcriptionist, the work she did until
her retirement. Lee passed away in 2016. In 2018 Jane moved to WaKeeney,
Kansas, with her much loved dogs and cat.Jane had many friends,
was devoted to her kin, kept in touch with her high school classmates, and
became an avid fan of the University of Oregon’s women’s basketball team. She
was a ‘country girl’ who worked hard and enjoyed her free time. Gregarious, she
‘never knew a stranger’. She was a reader and followed current events closely.
Unique, indeed, there will never be another Jane.She is survived by her
stepchildren, Stephanie Lang and Marcus Nutting, six grandchildren, her sister
Kathryn and brothers Steven and Garth.A gift in Jane's memory
can be made to the Humane Society of the High Plains, PO Box 311, Hays,
Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp; 67601.

Jane Elizabeth Nutting

Alan
Ray Mishler, born on January 31, 1956, to John and Fern Mishler of Ransom,
Kansas passed away on March 3, 2025.&nbsp; 

Alan
grew up on the farm with his brother Bruce where their mischievous nature
began.&nbsp; He was active in school and sports, playing football and
basketball.&nbsp; He helped John on the farm and had a lot of adventures with
his brother, which were recounted in much happiness at holidays and family
gatherings.&nbsp; After high school, Alan attended Bethel College in Newton,
Kansas.&nbsp; Upon completing a year at Bethel, Alan transferred and graduated
with a degree in agriculture from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; 

He
married Lavonne Wasinger, daughter of Nick and Wilma Wasinger.&nbsp; Together,
they had four children, Tanci, Tanner, Beau, and Brianna.&nbsp; Settling in
Ransom, Alan took over the family farm and raised crops and cattle.&nbsp;
Always the life of the party, Alan enjoyed softball, golf, dancing, playing
cards, cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs, watching NASCAR, or out on the lake
boating.&nbsp; If he wasn’t working on the weekends, you would often find him
at Cedar Bluff Lake or playing pinochle at the Wasingers.&nbsp; 

After
a divorce, Alan met and later married Susan McDonald.&nbsp; Together, they
loved cooking, boating on the lake, and traveling, especially to Jamaica where
they were married and returned every year.&nbsp; They enjoyed Branson and Table
Rock Lake and bought a home there.&nbsp; After Susan’s passing and Alan’s
retirement from the farm, Alan moved to a home right on the lake where he could
wake every morning to deer in the yard, and a beautiful view of the lake.&nbsp;


Alan
is preceded in death by his parents, John and Fern Mishler, his brother, Greg
Mishler, his son, Tanner Mishler, and his beloved wife, Susan McDonald
Mishler.&nbsp; He is survived by his children and their families, Tanci Mishler
and Miguel Restrepo, sons, Nathan and Christopher; Beau and Jessica Mishler,
sons, Dominic and Jayden; and Brianna and John Hall, daughters, Norah and
Ada.&nbsp; He is survived by his brother Bruce Mishler and family.&nbsp; Alan
will be forever in our hearts and always in our mind as we celebrate and enjoy
life as he did.&nbsp; 

Graveside
memorial service will be held at the Ransom Cemetery on Thursday, March 20th at 11:00 am.&nbsp;

In lieu of
flowers the family would like friends and family to bring photos and notes to
share with the family.

Memories and
words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guest book at
www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741724131096.jpeg" alt="Alan Ray Mishler" />
 <figcaption>Alan Ray Mishler</figcaption>
 </figure>Alan
Ray Mishler, born on January 31, 1956, to John and Fern Mishler of Ransom,
Kansas passed away on March 3, 2025.&nbsp; Alan
grew up on the farm with his brother Bruce where their mischievous nature
began.&nbsp; He was active in school and sports, playing football and
basketball.&nbsp; He helped John on the farm and had a lot of adventures with
his brother, which were recounted in much happiness at holidays and family
gatherings.&nbsp; After high school, Alan attended Bethel College in Newton,
Kansas.&nbsp; Upon completing a year at Bethel, Alan transferred and graduated
with a degree in agriculture from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He
married Lavonne Wasinger, daughter of Nick and Wilma Wasinger.&nbsp; Together,
they had four children, Tanci, Tanner, Beau, and Brianna.&nbsp; Settling in
Ransom, Alan took over the family farm and raised crops and cattle.&nbsp;
Always the life of the party, Alan enjoyed softball, golf, dancing, playing
cards, cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs, watching NASCAR, or out on the lake
boating.&nbsp; If he wasn’t working on the weekends, you would often find him
at Cedar Bluff Lake or playing pinochle at the Wasingers.&nbsp; After
a divorce, Alan met and later married Susan McDonald.&nbsp; Together, they
loved cooking, boating on the lake, and traveling, especially to Jamaica where
they were married and returned every year.&nbsp; They enjoyed Branson and Table
Rock Lake and bought a home there.&nbsp; After Susan’s passing and Alan’s
retirement from the farm, Alan moved to a home right on the lake where he could
wake every morning to deer in the yard, and a beautiful view of the lake.&nbsp;
Alan
is preceded in death by his parents, John and Fern Mishler, his brother, Greg
Mishler, his son, Tanner Mishler, and his beloved wife, Susan McDonald
Mishler.&nbsp; He is survived by his children and their families, Tanci Mishler
and Miguel Restrepo, sons, Nathan and Christopher; Beau and Jessica Mishler,
sons, Dominic and Jayden; and Brianna and John Hall, daughters, Norah and
Ada.&nbsp; He is survived by his brother Bruce Mishler and family.&nbsp; Alan
will be forever in our hearts and always in our mind as we celebrate and enjoy
life as he did.&nbsp; Graveside
memorial service will be held at the Ransom Cemetery on Thursday, March 20th at 11:00 am.&nbsp;In lieu of
flowers the family would like friends and family to bring photos and notes to
share with the family.Memories and
words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guest book at
www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com

Alan Ray Mishler

Chelsie
Nelson, 46, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on March 5, 2025, at Wesley Medical
Center in Wichita.

Chelsie
was born on October 20, 1978, at Nuernberg Army Hospital in Germany to Robert
and Roxann (Sheesley) Nelson. She was a proud graduate of Grinnell High School
and later earned her cosmetology certification from Goodland Vo-Tech. Chelsie
began her career at CheckHers &amp; His in Grinnell before moving to Hays,
where she worked at Hairware &amp; Co.

In
addition to her professional career, Chelsie was an active and beloved member
of the Hays Community Theater, where she formed lasting friendships. She was
passionate about the arts, taking on the roles of hairstylist, makeup artist,
and costume designer for countless performances. Her creative spirit and warm
personality made her an integral part of the theater family.

Chelsie
was a dedicated member of the Grinnell United Methodist Church and the Grinnell
VFW Post 2864 Auxiliary.

She
was preceded in death by her grandmother Fern Sheesley, grandfather Fred
Sheesley, and father Robert Nelson.

She
is survived by her mother, Roxann “Roxie” Nelson of Grinnell; her brother,
Allen of Raytown, MO; her nephew Connor Nelson of Lawrence, KS; her uncle, Fred
Sheesley of Hays and her cousins, Scott Sheesley (U.S. Army) of Joplin, MO,
Elodie Jones of Hays, Sam, Tony and George Hayak, all of Denver, CO, J.C. and
Cynthia Snare, both of Colorado Springs, CO.

A
memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the
Grinnell VFW, with burial to follow at the Grinnell Township Cemetery. In lieu
of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hays Community Theater in
Chelsie’s name, a cause she was deeply passionate about, and sent in care of
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences
visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741614337449.jpeg" alt="Chelsie Nelson" />
 <figcaption>Chelsie Nelson</figcaption>
 </figure>Chelsie
Nelson, 46, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on March 5, 2025, at Wesley Medical
Center in Wichita.Chelsie
was born on October 20, 1978, at Nuernberg Army Hospital in Germany to Robert
and Roxann (Sheesley) Nelson. She was a proud graduate of Grinnell High School
and later earned her cosmetology certification from Goodland Vo-Tech. Chelsie
began her career at CheckHers &amp; His in Grinnell before moving to Hays,
where she worked at Hairware &amp; Co.In
addition to her professional career, Chelsie was an active and beloved member
of the Hays Community Theater, where she formed lasting friendships. She was
passionate about the arts, taking on the roles of hairstylist, makeup artist,
and costume designer for countless performances. Her creative spirit and warm
personality made her an integral part of the theater family.Chelsie
was a dedicated member of the Grinnell United Methodist Church and the Grinnell
VFW Post 2864 Auxiliary.She
was preceded in death by her grandmother Fern Sheesley, grandfather Fred
Sheesley, and father Robert Nelson.She
is survived by her mother, Roxann “Roxie” Nelson of Grinnell; her brother,
Allen of Raytown, MO; her nephew Connor Nelson of Lawrence, KS; her uncle, Fred
Sheesley of Hays and her cousins, Scott Sheesley (U.S. Army) of Joplin, MO,
Elodie Jones of Hays, Sam, Tony and George Hayak, all of Denver, CO, J.C. and
Cynthia Snare, both of Colorado Springs, CO.A
memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the
Grinnell VFW, with burial to follow at the Grinnell Township Cemetery. In lieu
of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hays Community Theater in
Chelsie’s name, a cause she was deeply passionate about, and sent in care of
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences
visit <a href="http://baalmannmortuary.com">baalmannmortuary.com</a>

Chelsie Nelson

Christina Bollig passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at
the age of 95. She was born on August 28, 1929, in Rural Trego County, Kansas,
to William and Anna (Lang) Bongartz.

Christina was a survivor in every sense of the word. At just
four years old, she battled with rickets and had to relearn how to walk. In her
later years, she triumphed over cancer with the same resilience that defined
her life. As a devoted farm wife, she instilled in her children a deep
appreciation for their heritage, not only through words but through her
actions. She passed down traditions through her incredible cooking, from making
galuskies and kuchen to preparing countless meals for family gatherings and
community events. Her homemade chicken noodle soup—crafted with her own
homemade noodles—became legendary, as did her exquisite pies and cakes.

But Christina’s talents weren’t confined to the kitchen. She
was a gifted seamstress who could turn fabric into anything—from wedding gowns
to the cherished Christmas nightgowns she made annually for her children and
grandchildren. Sewing and embroidering brought her peace, but more importantly,
they were an expression of her love and generosity. Her nurturing spirit
extended beyond her family to her vegetable and flower gardens, as well as to
the many animals she cared for, including bucket calves, pigs, and chickens.

A woman of deep faith and unwavering dedication, Christina
remained active in Christ the King Altar Society, the VFW, and the Knights of
Columbus, honoring both her beliefs and her late husband’s memory. Her presence
was a staple at the Trego County Fair, where she entered hundreds of exhibits
each year, showcasing her skills in cooking, gardening, sewing, and
embroidering. Her creations weren’t just displays of talent; they were
testaments to a life filled with hard work, creativity, and devotion to family
and community.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Anna
Bongartz; her beloved husband, Julius Bollig; brothers, William Bongartz Jr.
and Robert Bongartz; sister, Marie Davidson; son-in-law, Bruce Taggart; and
grandson, Eric Bollig.

Christina is survived by her brother, George (Lillian)
Bongartz; sister, Betty Lou Honas; sister-in-law, Delores Bongartz; sons,
Delbert (Donna) Bollig and Douglas Bollig; daughters, Cynthia (Rick) Presley,
Germaine Taggart, and Laraine (Carl) Mohler; grandchildren, Travis Taggart,
Kelsey Pipkin, Michael Presley, Heather McGhee, Tallie Moore, Christa Meakins,
Nikki Legleiter, Scott Bollig, Craig Bollig, Justin Bollig, Rhett Mohler, and
Lincoln Mohler; 21 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great-grandchildren.

A Vigil Service will be held at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N.
12th St., WaKeeney, KS, on March 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., followed by
a Rosary led by Christ the King Altar Society from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Open
visitation will immediately follow from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church, 412 N. 9th St.,
WaKeeney, KS, on March 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a graveside service and
burial to follow at WaKeeney Veterans’ Cemetery, 403 S. 13th St., at approximately
11:15 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial
contributions be made to The Trego County Fair Board or for Masses at Christ
the King Catholic Church. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N.
12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672.

To share memories or leave condolences, please visit
www.schmittfuneral.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741621821665.png" alt="Christina Bollig" />
 <figcaption>Christina Bollig</figcaption>
 </figure>Christina Bollig passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at
the age of 95. She was born on August 28, 1929, in Rural Trego County, Kansas,
to William and Anna (Lang) Bongartz.Christina was a survivor in every sense of the word. At just
four years old, she battled with rickets and had to relearn how to walk. In her
later years, she triumphed over cancer with the same resilience that defined
her life. As a devoted farm wife, she instilled in her children a deep
appreciation for their heritage, not only through words but through her
actions. She passed down traditions through her incredible cooking, from making
galuskies and kuchen to preparing countless meals for family gatherings and
community events. Her homemade chicken noodle soup—crafted with her own
homemade noodles—became legendary, as did her exquisite pies and cakes.But Christina’s talents weren’t confined to the kitchen. She
was a gifted seamstress who could turn fabric into anything—from wedding gowns
to the cherished Christmas nightgowns she made annually for her children and
grandchildren. Sewing and embroidering brought her peace, but more importantly,
they were an expression of her love and generosity. Her nurturing spirit
extended beyond her family to her vegetable and flower gardens, as well as to
the many animals she cared for, including bucket calves, pigs, and chickens.A woman of deep faith and unwavering dedication, Christina
remained active in Christ the King Altar Society, the VFW, and the Knights of
Columbus, honoring both her beliefs and her late husband’s memory. Her presence
was a staple at the Trego County Fair, where she entered hundreds of exhibits
each year, showcasing her skills in cooking, gardening, sewing, and
embroidering. Her creations weren’t just displays of talent; they were
testaments to a life filled with hard work, creativity, and devotion to family
and community.She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Anna
Bongartz; her beloved husband, Julius Bollig; brothers, William Bongartz Jr.
and Robert Bongartz; sister, Marie Davidson; son-in-law, Bruce Taggart; and
grandson, Eric Bollig.Christina is survived by her brother, George (Lillian)
Bongartz; sister, Betty Lou Honas; sister-in-law, Delores Bongartz; sons,
Delbert (Donna) Bollig and Douglas Bollig; daughters, Cynthia (Rick) Presley,
Germaine Taggart, and Laraine (Carl) Mohler; grandchildren, Travis Taggart,
Kelsey Pipkin, Michael Presley, Heather McGhee, Tallie Moore, Christa Meakins,
Nikki Legleiter, Scott Bollig, Craig Bollig, Justin Bollig, Rhett Mohler, and
Lincoln Mohler; 21 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great-grandchildren.A Vigil Service will be held at Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N.
12th St., WaKeeney, KS, on March 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., followed by
a Rosary led by Christ the King Altar Society from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Open
visitation will immediately follow from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian
Burial will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church, 412 N. 9th St.,
WaKeeney, KS, on March 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a graveside service and
burial to follow at WaKeeney Veterans’ Cemetery, 403 S. 13th St., at approximately
11:15 a.m.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial
contributions be made to The Trego County Fair Board or for Masses at Christ
the King Catholic Church. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N.
12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672.To share memories or leave condolences, please visit
www.schmittfuneral.com.

Christina Bollig

Omer Aloysius Knoll age 90, a very
well-known artist, sculptor, teacher, and a friend to many passed away on
Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the Redbud Village Care Center in Plainville,
Kansas.

He was a former Ellis County resident and lived his later years in Palco,
Kansas. He was born October 8, 1934, in Hays, Kansas, and was one of nine
children in the family of Adam and Barbara (Sander) Knoll.

His wishes were to be cremated and his inurnment next to his family at Saint
Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria, Kansas. A

&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held later this summer at the annual Knoll
family reunion.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: Saint Fidelis Cemetery in care
of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays,
Kansas 67601. 

Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>
or left by guestbook at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;

&nbsp; A full obituary of Omer’s
life will follow

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741615033013.jpeg" alt="Omer Aloysius Knoll" />
 <figcaption>Omer Aloysius Knoll</figcaption>
 </figure>Omer Aloysius Knoll age 90, a very
well-known artist, sculptor, teacher, and a friend to many passed away on
Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the Redbud Village Care Center in Plainville,
Kansas.He was a former Ellis County resident and lived his later years in Palco,
Kansas. He was born October 8, 1934, in Hays, Kansas, and was one of nine
children in the family of Adam and Barbara (Sander) Knoll.His wishes were to be cremated and his inurnment next to his family at Saint
Fidelis Cemetery in Victoria, Kansas. A&nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be held later this summer at the annual Knoll
family reunion.The family suggests memorials made payable to: Saint Fidelis Cemetery in care
of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays,
Kansas 67601. Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>
or left by guestbook at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; A full obituary of Omer’s
life will follow

Omer Aloysius Knoll

Carol Sue Hamby’s spirit entered the gates of heaven
on December 7, 2024 at the age of 73.

She fought a tough battle with bone cancer but
ultimately the side effects were too much for her body to handle.

She married her high school sweetheart James Douglas
Hamby and they recently celebrated 48 years of marriage. They have two amazing
boys, Landon James Hamby of Tucson, Arizona and Dustin Anthony Hamby of
Elizabeth, Colorado.

Carol graduated from Hays High School in 1970 and
then attended Fort Hays State University for two years. After she married and
moved to Colorado, she received her Real Estate License in 1984 and sold homes
for 16 years. Her husband, Doug designed and constructed custom homes and she
became his assistant and helped with the interior design.

Carol was a member of Pine Crest Community Church in
Elizabeth, Colorado. Her faith and love for the Lord guided her faith and she
was a true servant of His word.

Some of Carol’s and Doug’s happiest times were spent
in Los Cabos, Mexico where they had a time share. It gave them time to renew
their spirit away from the stresses of the construction business.

Being a grandmother to her four grandchildren
brought her such immense joy.&nbsp; She was blessed to be able to help care for
her two youngest grandchildren since they were babies.

Nature held a special place in Carol’s heart.&nbsp;
She found solace in tending to her flowers and plants.

Carol leaves a legacy of love and wonderful memories
to those who are still living. She is survived by her husband James Douglas
Hamby of Elizabeth, CO, two sons Landon James Hamby (Kayla) of Tucson, AZ, and
Dustin Anthony Hamby of Elizabeth, CO, and her grandchildren Bailey, Tyler,
Laney and Jameson. She was blessed to have a stepmother, Diana Fisher of Hays,
KS with her two sons Terry Rumback (Pam) of Wichita, KS and Mark Rumback of
Saint Louis, MO, her sisters Jolene Billinger (Greg) of Bakersfield, CA, Eilene
Rensing (Dave) of Lake Winnebago, MO, her brothers Terry Fisher (Sharon) of
Littleton, CO and Erin (Diane) Fisher of Brighton, CO, and many loving nieces
and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father Ralph
Fisher, mother Valerie Sander, and brothers, Thomas and Wayne Fisher.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday,
March 15, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Russell
Kirkpatrick officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Fort Hays Memorial
Gardens Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until
service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to
Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of
Carol may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741539299501.jpeg" alt="Carol Sue Hamby" />
 <figcaption>Carol Sue Hamby</figcaption>
 </figure>Carol Sue Hamby’s spirit entered the gates of heaven
on December 7, 2024 at the age of 73.She fought a tough battle with bone cancer but
ultimately the side effects were too much for her body to handle.She married her high school sweetheart James Douglas
Hamby and they recently celebrated 48 years of marriage. They have two amazing
boys, Landon James Hamby of Tucson, Arizona and Dustin Anthony Hamby of
Elizabeth, Colorado.Carol graduated from Hays High School in 1970 and
then attended Fort Hays State University for two years. After she married and
moved to Colorado, she received her Real Estate License in 1984 and sold homes
for 16 years. Her husband, Doug designed and constructed custom homes and she
became his assistant and helped with the interior design.Carol was a member of Pine Crest Community Church in
Elizabeth, Colorado. Her faith and love for the Lord guided her faith and she
was a true servant of His word.Some of Carol’s and Doug’s happiest times were spent
in Los Cabos, Mexico where they had a time share. It gave them time to renew
their spirit away from the stresses of the construction business.Being a grandmother to her four grandchildren
brought her such immense joy.&nbsp; She was blessed to be able to help care for
her two youngest grandchildren since they were babies.Nature held a special place in Carol’s heart.&nbsp;
She found solace in tending to her flowers and plants.Carol leaves a legacy of love and wonderful memories
to those who are still living. She is survived by her husband James Douglas
Hamby of Elizabeth, CO, two sons Landon James Hamby (Kayla) of Tucson, AZ, and
Dustin Anthony Hamby of Elizabeth, CO, and her grandchildren Bailey, Tyler,
Laney and Jameson. She was blessed to have a stepmother, Diana Fisher of Hays,
KS with her two sons Terry Rumback (Pam) of Wichita, KS and Mark Rumback of
Saint Louis, MO, her sisters Jolene Billinger (Greg) of Bakersfield, CA, Eilene
Rensing (Dave) of Lake Winnebago, MO, her brothers Terry Fisher (Sharon) of
Littleton, CO and Erin (Diane) Fisher of Brighton, CO, and many loving nieces
and nephews.She was preceded in death by her father Ralph
Fisher, mother Valerie Sander, and brothers, Thomas and Wayne Fisher.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Saturday,
March 15, 2025 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Russell
Kirkpatrick officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in Fort Hays Memorial
Gardens Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until
service time at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorial contributions can be made to
Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of
Carol may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

Carol Sue Hamby

&nbsp;Kenneth
Paul “Auggie” Augustine age 82, of Hays, Kansas passed away at his home on
Thursday, March 6, 2025.

&nbsp;He was born June 24, 1943, in Hays, Kansas to Michael and Anna (Weaver)
Augustine.&nbsp; He married Barbara D. (Vine) on July 1, 1967 at Hays, Kansas.

Kenny worked as a fireman for the City of Hays and then an electrician and
owner of R&amp;A Electric until he retired in 1999. He and Barbara moved to
Grove, Oklahoma for 15 years, and returned back to Hays in 2023.

He grew up in Hays and was a 1962 graduate of Saint Joseph’s Military
Academy. While in Okla, he was a proud member of the Rotary Club and worked on
numerous projects there. 

Throughout his life he enjoyed all of his years spent at the lake fishing,
boating, and visiting with his countless friends. He spent hours just sitting
on the front porch, no matter what home he was at. He also had a passion for
golfing, woodworking, his prized show cars, and touring on his motorcycle with
Barb. No matter what, Kenny’s days were always filled spending time with “his
girls”, Oakley and Marley right by his side.

He was given the name Poppy by his first grandson. Along with his other Grands
and Great Grands, over the past 38 years has also been known by all of Stacy’s
daycare families simply as their Poppy too. This always put a smile on his face
walking through those doors and having all the kids come running to greet him.

Kenny is survived by his wife, Barbara, of the home; his daughter,
Stacy Schulte and husband, Douglas, Hays, KS; his grandchildren, Brent Schulte
and wife, Megan, Hutchinson, KS; Breanna Weber and husband, Cory, Hays, KS;
Lauren Schulte and fiancé, Rusty Hockett, Hays, KS; his great grandchildren,
Rylan; Paxton; Rowan; Addison; Lilliana; Sia; Quinn; and a baby girl H. on the
way; his sister-in-law, Mary Augustine, Shawnee, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Anna; his brothers, Leroy
“Dick”; Mike “Spec”; Wayne; Harold “Gus”; his sisters, Mary Ann Dreiling;
Jeanie Pfeifer; Velem “Sis” Harned; Valeria “Leartsie” Ader; Betty Flannery;
his infant brother, Dale; and his infant sister, Marjorie. &nbsp;&nbsp;

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, March 10, 2025, at
Saint Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 East 13th Street, Hays,
Kansas with celebrant, Father Damian Richards.&nbsp; A private family inurnment
will be at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

&nbsp;A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, with Deacon Steve Urban at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, at the
Church. 

The family suggests memorials made payable to: Kansas Troopers Foundation, or
Second Chance Pet Rescue of Grand Lake, Grove, OK, or C.O.P.S. Kansas Concerns
of Police Survivors, in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd
Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741381785590.jpeg" alt="Kenneth Paul 'Auggie' Augustine" />
 <figcaption>Kenneth Paul 'Auggie' Augustine</figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;Kenneth
Paul “Auggie” Augustine age 82, of Hays, Kansas passed away at his home on
Thursday, March 6, 2025.&nbsp;He was born June 24, 1943, in Hays, Kansas to Michael and Anna (Weaver)
Augustine.&nbsp; He married Barbara D. (Vine) on July 1, 1967 at Hays, Kansas.Kenny worked as a fireman for the City of Hays and then an electrician and
owner of R&amp;A Electric until he retired in 1999. He and Barbara moved to
Grove, Oklahoma for 15 years, and returned back to Hays in 2023.He grew up in Hays and was a 1962 graduate of Saint Joseph’s Military
Academy. While in Okla, he was a proud member of the Rotary Club and worked on
numerous projects there. Throughout his life he enjoyed all of his years spent at the lake fishing,
boating, and visiting with his countless friends. He spent hours just sitting
on the front porch, no matter what home he was at. He also had a passion for
golfing, woodworking, his prized show cars, and touring on his motorcycle with
Barb. No matter what, Kenny’s days were always filled spending time with “his
girls”, Oakley and Marley right by his side.He was given the name Poppy by his first grandson. Along with his other Grands
and Great Grands, over the past 38 years has also been known by all of Stacy’s
daycare families simply as their Poppy too. This always put a smile on his face
walking through those doors and having all the kids come running to greet him.Kenny is survived by his wife, Barbara, of the home; his daughter,
Stacy Schulte and husband, Douglas, Hays, KS; his grandchildren, Brent Schulte
and wife, Megan, Hutchinson, KS; Breanna Weber and husband, Cory, Hays, KS;
Lauren Schulte and fiancé, Rusty Hockett, Hays, KS; his great grandchildren,
Rylan; Paxton; Rowan; Addison; Lilliana; Sia; Quinn; and a baby girl H. on the
way; his sister-in-law, Mary Augustine, Shawnee, KS.He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Anna; his brothers, Leroy
“Dick”; Mike “Spec”; Wayne; Harold “Gus”; his sisters, Mary Ann Dreiling;
Jeanie Pfeifer; Velem “Sis” Harned; Valeria “Leartsie” Ader; Betty Flannery;
his infant brother, Dale; and his infant sister, Marjorie. &nbsp;&nbsp;A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, March 10, 2025, at
Saint Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 East 13th Street, Hays,
Kansas with celebrant, Father Damian Richards.&nbsp; A private family inurnment
will be at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp;A vigil service will be at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, with Deacon Steve Urban at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, at
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, at the
Church. The family suggests memorials made payable to: Kansas Troopers Foundation, or
Second Chance Pet Rescue of Grand Lake, Grove, OK, or C.O.P.S. Kansas Concerns
of Police Survivors, in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd
Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be emailed to <a href="mailto:clineschapels@gmail.com">clineschapels@gmail.com</a>
or left by guestbook at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Kenneth Paul 'Auggie' Augustine

Janet
"Jan" Weber, age 80, of Ellis, Kansas passed away Thursday, March 6,
2025 at Legends of Hutchinson. She was born October 3, 1944 in Eureka, Kansas
to Ross and Marie (Blake) Dory. She graduated from Hoisington High School and
Emporia State University with a Master’s degree in Library Science.



On December 28, 1965 she married Richard Weber at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
in Hays. For nearly 60 years Jan and Richard have shared their lives traveling
spanning 43 states and countless miles of just seeing the countryside.



Jan &nbsp;had worked at Travenol in hays before starting her career as a
librarian. She started at the State Library in Topeka before moving on to
Ellsworth Correctional Facility. She enjoyed Cross Stitching, Jigsaw Puzzles,
Word Search, family card and Domino games and was an avid reader.



She is survived by her husband, Richard of Ellis; a son, Michael Weber and wife
Christie of Bucyrus, Kansas; a daughter, Kristel Weber of Kansas City, Missouri
and three grandchildren, Justin, Ryan and Jenna Weber.



She was preceded in death by her parents; half-brother, Ray Neal and
half-sister, Peg Harrison.



Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 10, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic
Church in Ellis with Fr. Dana Clark officiating. Burial will follow in the
parish cemetery.



Visitation will be 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday at Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E.
17th Ellis, KS 67637 and Monday 9:00 AM until service time at the church.



A combined Daughters of Isabella rosary and parish vigil will be at 7:00 PM
Sunday at Keithley Funeral Chapel.


Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association (<a href="https://donorservices.alz.org">https://donorservices.alz.org</a>)

Please share memories and words of comfort on Jan's tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741397718356.jpeg" alt="&nbsp;Janet 'Jan' Weber" />
 <figcaption>&nbsp;Janet 'Jan' Weber</figcaption>
 </figure>Janet
"Jan" Weber, age 80, of Ellis, Kansas passed away Thursday, March 6,
2025 at Legends of Hutchinson. She was born October 3, 1944 in Eureka, Kansas
to Ross and Marie (Blake) Dory. She graduated from Hoisington High School and
Emporia State University with a Master’s degree in Library Science.

On December 28, 1965 she married Richard Weber at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
in Hays. For nearly 60 years Jan and Richard have shared their lives traveling
spanning 43 states and countless miles of just seeing the countryside.

Jan &nbsp;had worked at Travenol in hays before starting her career as a
librarian. She started at the State Library in Topeka before moving on to
Ellsworth Correctional Facility. She enjoyed Cross Stitching, Jigsaw Puzzles,
Word Search, family card and Domino games and was an avid reader.

She is survived by her husband, Richard of Ellis; a son, Michael Weber and wife
Christie of Bucyrus, Kansas; a daughter, Kristel Weber of Kansas City, Missouri
and three grandchildren, Justin, Ryan and Jenna Weber.

She was preceded in death by her parents; half-brother, Ray Neal and
half-sister, Peg Harrison.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 10, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic
Church in Ellis with Fr. Dana Clark officiating. Burial will follow in the
parish cemetery.

Visitation will be 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday at Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E.
17th Ellis, KS 67637 and Monday 9:00 AM until service time at the church.

A combined Daughters of Isabella rosary and parish vigil will be at 7:00 PM
Sunday at Keithley Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association (<a href="https://donorservices.alz.org">https://donorservices.alz.org</a>)

Please share memories and words of comfort on Jan's tribute page at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

 Janet 'Jan' Weber

James L. 'Jim' Fieler, 87, Hays, died Friday, March 7, 2025
at HaysMed.

He was born July 7, 1937 in Batesville, Indiana, the son of
Lawrence and Ruth (Sowder) Fieler.&nbsp; In
1955, he graduated from Batesville High School, and on September 29, 1956 he
was united in marriage to Edgena M. “Jean” Lamping in Oldenburg, Indiana. &nbsp;They celebrated over 66 years of marriage
before she preceded him in death on May 7, 2023.&nbsp; Jim worked as a claims branch manager for
American States Insurance.&nbsp; He was a
devout Catholic and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where he was an
usher at the 5:00 mass for many years.&nbsp;
He was also a member of the Schoenchen Third Degree Knights of Columbus
Council #4166 and the Eagles Lodge where he was past president.&nbsp; With a love for the outdoors, Jim enjoyed fishing
and hunting with family and friends, which included annual trips to
Wyoming.&nbsp; He enjoyed golfing, was proud
of his hole-in-one in Ellis, and rarely missed morning coffee with his
McDonald’s coffee club.&nbsp; For many years,
he would help with summer wheat harvests and in recent years looked forward to
Sunday drives in the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Survivors include his son, Kevin Fieler and wife Kay of
Shawnee, two daughters, Amy Luebbers and husband Jeff and Dawn Keil and husband
Steve, all of Hays, a daughter-in-law, Carol Fieler of Schoenchen, his sister,
Connie Schutte and husband Denis of Batesville, Indiana, nine grandchildren,
Jade Herl and husband Justin, Jonathan Fieler and wife Brandie, Mallory Bibens
and husband Ryan, Chelsea Mauler and husband Trent, Heidi Gerhard, Hannah
Dreiling and husband Dane, Cody Luebbers and wife Jenna, Alyssa Keil, and Jenna
Luebbers, and 16 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jean, a
son Keith Fieler, and a daughter Lisa Ann Fieler.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Tuesday,
March 11, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Fred Gatschet
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St.
Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from
5:00 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A
parish vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a Third Degree Knights of
Columbus rosary on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, Holy Family
Elementary School, or for masses.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Jim may be shared with his family at
www.haysmemorial.com

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741375224495.jpeg" alt="James L. 'Jim' Fieler" />
 <figcaption>James L. 'Jim' Fieler</figcaption>
 </figure>James L. 'Jim' Fieler, 87, Hays, died Friday, March 7, 2025
at HaysMed.He was born July 7, 1937 in Batesville, Indiana, the son of
Lawrence and Ruth (Sowder) Fieler.&nbsp; In
1955, he graduated from Batesville High School, and on September 29, 1956 he
was united in marriage to Edgena M. “Jean” Lamping in Oldenburg, Indiana. &nbsp;They celebrated over 66 years of marriage
before she preceded him in death on May 7, 2023.&nbsp; Jim worked as a claims branch manager for
American States Insurance.&nbsp; He was a
devout Catholic and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where he was an
usher at the 5:00 mass for many years.&nbsp;
He was also a member of the Schoenchen Third Degree Knights of Columbus
Council #4166 and the Eagles Lodge where he was past president.&nbsp; With a love for the outdoors, Jim enjoyed fishing
and hunting with family and friends, which included annual trips to
Wyoming.&nbsp; He enjoyed golfing, was proud
of his hole-in-one in Ellis, and rarely missed morning coffee with his
McDonald’s coffee club.&nbsp; For many years,
he would help with summer wheat harvests and in recent years looked forward to
Sunday drives in the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Survivors include his son, Kevin Fieler and wife Kay of
Shawnee, two daughters, Amy Luebbers and husband Jeff and Dawn Keil and husband
Steve, all of Hays, a daughter-in-law, Carol Fieler of Schoenchen, his sister,
Connie Schutte and husband Denis of Batesville, Indiana, nine grandchildren,
Jade Herl and husband Justin, Jonathan Fieler and wife Brandie, Mallory Bibens
and husband Ryan, Chelsea Mauler and husband Trent, Heidi Gerhard, Hannah
Dreiling and husband Dane, Cody Luebbers and wife Jenna, Alyssa Keil, and Jenna
Luebbers, and 16 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jean, a
son Keith Fieler, and a daughter Lisa Ann Fieler.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Tuesday,
March 11, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Fred Gatschet
officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St.
Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from
5:00 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A
parish vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a Third Degree Knights of
Columbus rosary on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, Holy Family
Elementary School, or for masses.&nbsp;
Condolences and memories of Jim may be shared with his family at
www.haysmemorial.com

James L. 'Jim' Fieler

Alice Ann Paul, age 89, of Hays, Kansas, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 21, 1935, in Denver, Colorado, to Herman and Alice Davis, Alice embraced her role as the oldest of five siblings, nurturing a deep bond with her family that lasted throughout her life. She attended Buckeye Elementary, Hays High School, and Fort Hays State University, where a beautiful journey began.

It was at FHSU where she met her lifelong love, Forrest "Frosty" Paul. They united in marriage on November 28, 1954, embarking on a 60-year adventure filled with love and joy until Frosty’s passing in April 2015. Their legacy lives on through their five beloved children along with an impressive clan of 16 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren, all of whom cherished the moments spent with her.

Alice was a woman of many talents, known for her remarkable sewing and baking skills, crafting wedding dresses for her daughters with love and attention. Her dedication to family and community was evident as she balanced various roles from running a daycare to working as a physical therapy aide at Graham County Hospital.

Summer days were often spent helping her daughter Tami and son-in-law Dale run their marina in Colorado, showcasing her commitment to family activities. Alice also had a hand in the operations of Morland grocery store, the town café, and The Unicorn Shop florist in Hill City. 

Her successful venture with Avon brought her national Albee honors, and her open houses were gatherings filled with warmth, laughter, and delicious homemade treats.

After their youngest children left home Alice and Frosty opened “The Paul House Bed and Breakfast” in their hometown of Morland, KS. Their home flourished with hospitality, welcoming guests from around the globe and creating cherished moments through tea parties, banquets, and memorable meals.

In 2010, Alice and Frosty moved to Hays to be near family, where she found joy in the companionship of her beloved dog Thumper, who was born on the very day Frosty passed away.

Alice is lovingly remembered by her children, Steve and Julie Paul of Hays; Vickie and Gary Gano of Hays Mark and Elaine Paul of Concordia; Tami and Dale Casteel of Cape Coral, Florida; and Carey and Steve Lewis of Hays. She is also survived by her brother, Don Davis of Hays, alongside her cherished 16 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a grandson, Brent Ryan Paul; twin great-granddaughters, Camille and Tamika Sanders; siblings, Betty Matheson, Sharon Klusener, and Harold Davis.

Alice Ann Paul will be remembered for her love, kindness, and the countless ways she touched the lives of those around her.A private family memorial service was held at Keithley Funeral Homes-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. 

Inurnment followed in Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays with Pastor Gary Simon officiated.

A come and go public Celebration Gathering in honor of Alice will take place starting at 5:00 PM on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Precision Valley Golf Center, 1500 W. 27th Street, Hays, KS.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Hays, in her memory and may be mailed to Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601 or donations may be made online at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Friends and family are invited to share memories and words of comfort on Alice's tribute page at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>Services are in the care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741214315459.png" alt="Alice Ann Paul" />
 <figcaption>Alice Ann Paul</figcaption>
 </figure>Alice Ann Paul, age 89, of Hays, Kansas, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 21, 1935, in Denver, Colorado, to Herman and Alice Davis, Alice embraced her role as the oldest of five siblings, nurturing a deep bond with her family that lasted throughout her life. She attended Buckeye Elementary, Hays High School, and Fort Hays State University, where a beautiful journey began.It was at FHSU where she met her lifelong love, Forrest "Frosty" Paul. They united in marriage on November 28, 1954, embarking on a 60-year adventure filled with love and joy until Frosty’s passing in April 2015. Their legacy lives on through their five beloved children along with an impressive clan of 16 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren, all of whom cherished the moments spent with her.Alice was a woman of many talents, known for her remarkable sewing and baking skills, crafting wedding dresses for her daughters with love and attention. Her dedication to family and community was evident as she balanced various roles from running a daycare to working as a physical therapy aide at Graham County Hospital.Summer days were often spent helping her daughter Tami and son-in-law Dale run their marina in Colorado, showcasing her commitment to family activities. Alice also had a hand in the operations of Morland grocery store, the town café, and The Unicorn Shop florist in Hill City. Her successful venture with Avon brought her national Albee honors, and her open houses were gatherings filled with warmth, laughter, and delicious homemade treats.After their youngest children left home Alice and Frosty opened “The Paul House Bed and Breakfast” in their hometown of Morland, KS. Their home flourished with hospitality, welcoming guests from around the globe and creating cherished moments through tea parties, banquets, and memorable meals.In 2010, Alice and Frosty moved to Hays to be near family, where she found joy in the companionship of her beloved dog Thumper, who was born on the very day Frosty passed away.Alice is lovingly remembered by her children, Steve and Julie Paul of Hays; Vickie and Gary Gano of Hays Mark and Elaine Paul of Concordia; Tami and Dale Casteel of Cape Coral, Florida; and Carey and Steve Lewis of Hays. She is also survived by her brother, Don Davis of Hays, alongside her cherished 16 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a grandson, Brent Ryan Paul; twin great-granddaughters, Camille and Tamika Sanders; siblings, Betty Matheson, Sharon Klusener, and Harold Davis.Alice Ann Paul will be remembered for her love, kindness, and the countless ways she touched the lives of those around her.A private family memorial service was held at Keithley Funeral Homes-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Inurnment followed in Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays with Pastor Gary Simon officiated.A come and go public Celebration Gathering in honor of Alice will take place starting at 5:00 PM on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Precision Valley Golf Center, 1500 W. 27th Street, Hays, KS.Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Hays, in her memory and may be mailed to Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601 or donations may be made online at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.Friends and family are invited to share memories and words of comfort on Alice's tribute page at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>Services are in the care of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Alice Ann Paul

Lane Hoffman, 28, of St. Francis, Kansas, passed away on March 1, 2025. A proud Marine veteran, loving husband, and cherished son, Lane was known for his infectious laugh, incredible sense of humor, and ability to light up any room he entered.

Born March 31, 1996, in Hays, Kansas, to Jennifer (Blair) and the late Joseph Hoffman, Jr., Lane graduated from St. Francis High School and went on to earn his associate's degree from Goodland Community College.

From 2014 to 2018, Lane served his country with distinction in the United States Marine Corps, where he achieved the rank of Sergeant, exemplifying the Corps' values of honor, courage, and commitment. He served two tours of duty in Iraq.

Following his military service, Lane built his career as a grain merchandiser at Scoular, where his work ethic and infectious personality made him a beloved member of the team. He lived life to the fullest, finding joy in every moment and making the most of his time with loved ones.

Whether he was hunting, fishing, competing in car derbies, or simply gathering with friends and family for an evening of laughter and storytelling, Lane had a gift for turning ordinary moments into unforgettable memories. His greatest happiness came from the time spent with those he loved, and his warm presence and quick wit could brighten even the darkest day.

On September 21, 2024, Lane married the love of his life, Sydney, beginning what should have been a lifetime of shared dreams and adventures. Their bond was a true testament to the existence of lasting, genuine love. Together, they shared countless memories and dreams for the future. Lane never wavered in his devotion to Sydney, always prioritizing her happiness and doing everything possible to build the family they dreamed of. Lane was also a proud and loving “dog dad” to their two dogs, Sage and Slate, who brought him immense joy and companionship. Life may have had other plans, but Lane will forever be remembered for his love, loyalty, and dedication to those around him.

Lane is survived by his beloved wife, Sydney (McAdoo) Hoffman; his mother, Jennifer Blair and stepfather Dan Blair of St. Francis; grandma Marti Schlittenhardt of St. Francis; grandpa Joe Hoffman and grandma Kelly of Rozel; and grandma Debbie McDaniel and Gary of Garden City. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Hoffman, Jr., and grandpa Danny Schlittenhardt.

A celebration of Lane's life will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Peace Lutheran Church in St. Francis, Kansas, with a meal immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Lane Hoffman Memorial Fund.

Lane's bright spirit, contagious laughter, unwavering dedication to his country, and deep love for his family and friends will be forever remembered by all who knew him. He showed us all how to live life to its fullest, find joy in the simple moments, and treasure the time spent with loved ones. Semper Fi.

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 <figcaption>Lane Hoffman</figcaption>
 </figure>Lane Hoffman, 28, of St. Francis, Kansas, passed away on March 1, 2025. A proud Marine veteran, loving husband, and cherished son, Lane was known for his infectious laugh, incredible sense of humor, and ability to light up any room he entered.Born March 31, 1996, in Hays, Kansas, to Jennifer (Blair) and the late Joseph Hoffman, Jr., Lane graduated from St. Francis High School and went on to earn his associate's degree from Goodland Community College.From 2014 to 2018, Lane served his country with distinction in the United States Marine Corps, where he achieved the rank of Sergeant, exemplifying the Corps' values of honor, courage, and commitment. He served two tours of duty in Iraq.Following his military service, Lane built his career as a grain merchandiser at Scoular, where his work ethic and infectious personality made him a beloved member of the team. He lived life to the fullest, finding joy in every moment and making the most of his time with loved ones.Whether he was hunting, fishing, competing in car derbies, or simply gathering with friends and family for an evening of laughter and storytelling, Lane had a gift for turning ordinary moments into unforgettable memories. His greatest happiness came from the time spent with those he loved, and his warm presence and quick wit could brighten even the darkest day.On September 21, 2024, Lane married the love of his life, Sydney, beginning what should have been a lifetime of shared dreams and adventures. Their bond was a true testament to the existence of lasting, genuine love. Together, they shared countless memories and dreams for the future. Lane never wavered in his devotion to Sydney, always prioritizing her happiness and doing everything possible to build the family they dreamed of. Lane was also a proud and loving “dog dad” to their two dogs, Sage and Slate, who brought him immense joy and companionship. Life may have had other plans, but Lane will forever be remembered for his love, loyalty, and dedication to those around him.Lane is survived by his beloved wife, Sydney (McAdoo) Hoffman; his mother, Jennifer Blair and stepfather Dan Blair of St. Francis; grandma Marti Schlittenhardt of St. Francis; grandpa Joe Hoffman and grandma Kelly of Rozel; and grandma Debbie McDaniel and Gary of Garden City. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Hoffman, Jr., and grandpa Danny Schlittenhardt.A celebration of Lane's life will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Peace Lutheran Church in St. Francis, Kansas, with a meal immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Lane Hoffman Memorial Fund.Lane's bright spirit, contagious laughter, unwavering dedication to his country, and deep love for his family and friends will be forever remembered by all who knew him. He showed us all how to live life to its fullest, find joy in the simple moments, and treasure the time spent with loved ones. Semper Fi.

Lane Hoffman

First, no one can believe that someone else would have to
write Jeri’s obituary: We’re shocked that she hadn’t written it herself before
she passed! Her irreverent wit, her facility with words–they were unmatched. As
such, this will be a pale version of what she could have given us herself.

Jeri Lou Buffington was born on March 14, 1956, and died on
March 9, 2024, just five days shy of her 68th birthday. She grew up with
parents Verle and Gloria Buffington and brother Tom on a farm outside of
Marquette, Kansas. 

Tom remembers her as an animal lover and a “great partner in
crime” who learned to drive using his go-cart and later kept pace with him on
his motorcycle while riding her own Honda 50 mini-bike. After school, while her
mom finished up her work at the beauty shop in town, Jeri Lou would hang out
with her Grandma Ada Buffington, becoming best buddies. A musician from a young
age, Jeri Lou played piano, and she and her mom would entertain local clubs
with their singing and playing. Later on, she spent her summers serving as a
“rangerette” at Kanopolis Lake.

She studied speech and journalism at Fort Hays State
University during the ‘70s era of halter tops and rock-n-roll. After a brief
stint in Denton, TX, she returned to Hays. In 1993 she earned her master’s
degree in English there–while raising children and working as the church
secretary for Trinity Lutheran Church. She charmed and wrangled teenagers as an
English teacher at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School in Hays, Kansas, and at
Quinter High School. In Kirksville, Missouri, she was the Education Coordinator
at A.T. Still's Museum of Osteopathic Medicine before her diagnosis with LAM, a
rare and terminal lung disease that forced an early retirement.

If you ever met Jeri, you remembered her–because no one else
could make you laugh as she could, and no one else could match her insightful
wit. She was a delightful mix of contradictions: staunch feminist and
Barbie fanatic, rural Kansan and unwavering Democrat–as likely to flip
you off as to cry with you at a moving church service. And because everyone who
met her remembered her, you knew you’d better allow extra time when going
anywhere with her. You had to allow time for multiple conversations and all that
laughter.&nbsp;

Even greater than her sense of humor was her love for her
family–a love that sustained her during those unjust years struggling with LAM.
Her husband, Ernst Hintz, was never far from her side–especially in the “Geezer
Suite,” which is what Jeri called their tiny den-turned-bedroom on the ground
floor of their house, when climbing stairs was no longer an option. Her four
children brought her such joy: Jessica Dawson Collier (Jonnas) (Lafayette, CO);
Matt Dawson (Kirksville, MO); Kira Hintz (Bentonville, AR); and Katya Hintz
(Iowa City, IA).&nbsp;

Finally, those fortunate enough to call her “friend” enjoyed
a level of kinship, support, and downright fun that has left them with
enduring memories. Whatever “dark night of the soul” anyone was facing, Jeri
was there with a well-placed barb targeting whatever wretch was causing her
friend pain. Or maybe she’d show up with a plate of banana muffins. Or likely
both.

Jeri was preceded in death by her parents. Those of us left
behind must each find our way in a world so very diminished by her absence. As
for Jeri, at least she didn’t live to see Trump’s second term. That
would have killed her.

A Celebration of Life for Jeri will be held on Sunday, March
9, 2025, from 1:00-5:00 at the J.O. Sundstrom Conference Center in Lindsborg,
Kansas. For more information on this event, go to <a href="https://www.greenvelope.com/card/.public-9d666d78f3044126a8d85fa198d6ff8737303738393831">https://www.greenvelope.com/card/.public-9d666d78f3044126a8d85fa198d6ff8737303738393831</a>

"Academic politics are so vicious precisely because the
stakes are so low."&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;-
attributed to Henry Kissinger

"If assholes could fly there'd be no
daylight."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

"What fresh hell is
this?"&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741196092469.jpeg" alt="Jeri Buffington Hintz" />
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 </figure>Jeri Buffington HintzMarch 14, 1956 – March 9, 2024First, no one can believe that someone else would have to
write Jeri’s obituary: We’re shocked that she hadn’t written it herself before
she passed! Her irreverent wit, her facility with words–they were unmatched. As
such, this will be a pale version of what she could have given us herself.Jeri Lou Buffington was born on March 14, 1956, and died on
March 9, 2024, just five days shy of her 68th birthday. She grew up with
parents Verle and Gloria Buffington and brother Tom on a farm outside of
Marquette, Kansas. Tom remembers her as an animal lover and a “great partner in
crime” who learned to drive using his go-cart and later kept pace with him on
his motorcycle while riding her own Honda 50 mini-bike. After school, while her
mom finished up her work at the beauty shop in town, Jeri Lou would hang out
with her Grandma Ada Buffington, becoming best buddies. A musician from a young
age, Jeri Lou played piano, and she and her mom would entertain local clubs
with their singing and playing. Later on, she spent her summers serving as a
“rangerette” at Kanopolis Lake.She studied speech and journalism at Fort Hays State
University during the ‘70s era of halter tops and rock-n-roll. After a brief
stint in Denton, TX, she returned to Hays. In 1993 she earned her master’s
degree in English there–while raising children and working as the church
secretary for Trinity Lutheran Church. She charmed and wrangled teenagers as an
English teacher at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School in Hays, Kansas, and at
Quinter High School. In Kirksville, Missouri, she was the Education Coordinator
at A.T. Still's Museum of Osteopathic Medicine before her diagnosis with LAM, a
rare and terminal lung disease that forced an early retirement.If you ever met Jeri, you remembered her–because no one else
could make you laugh as she could, and no one else could match her insightful
wit. She was a delightful mix of contradictions: staunch feminist and
Barbie fanatic, rural Kansan and unwavering Democrat–as likely to flip
you off as to cry with you at a moving church service. And because everyone who
met her remembered her, you knew you’d better allow extra time when going
anywhere with her. You had to allow time for multiple conversations and all that
laughter.&nbsp;Even greater than her sense of humor was her love for her
family–a love that sustained her during those unjust years struggling with LAM.
Her husband, Ernst Hintz, was never far from her side–especially in the “Geezer
Suite,” which is what Jeri called their tiny den-turned-bedroom on the ground
floor of their house, when climbing stairs was no longer an option. Her four
children brought her such joy: Jessica Dawson Collier (Jonnas) (Lafayette, CO);
Matt Dawson (Kirksville, MO); Kira Hintz (Bentonville, AR); and Katya Hintz
(Iowa City, IA).&nbsp;Finally, those fortunate enough to call her “friend” enjoyed
a level of kinship, support, and downright fun that has left them with
enduring memories. Whatever “dark night of the soul” anyone was facing, Jeri
was there with a well-placed barb targeting whatever wretch was causing her
friend pain. Or maybe she’d show up with a plate of banana muffins. Or likely
both.Jeri was preceded in death by her parents. Those of us left
behind must each find our way in a world so very diminished by her absence. As
for Jeri, at least she didn’t live to see Trump’s second term. That
would have killed her.A Celebration of Life for Jeri will be held on Sunday, March
9, 2025, from 1:00-5:00 at the J.O. Sundstrom Conference Center in Lindsborg,
Kansas. For more information on this event, go to <a href="https://www.greenvelope.com/card/.public-9d666d78f3044126a8d85fa198d6ff8737303738393831">https://www.greenvelope.com/card/.public-9d666d78f3044126a8d85fa198d6ff8737303738393831</a>Jeri’s Favorite quotes:"Academic politics are so vicious precisely because the
stakes are so low."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;-
attributed to Henry Kissinger"If assholes could fly there'd be no
daylight."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Al Franken"What fresh hell is
this?"&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;- Dorothy Parker

Jeri Buffington Hintz

Lucille 'Donna' Englert, 92, Hays, went to be with her Lord
on Sunday, March 2, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home.

She was born April 17, 1932 in Stratton, Colorado, the
daughter of Henry “Hank” and Catherine (Jostes) Pelle.&nbsp; She was a graduate
of Stratton High School with the class of 1950, and on June 24, 1952, she was
united in marriage to Leonard A. Englert in Stratton.&nbsp; They celebrated 65
years of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 11, 2018.&nbsp; Donna
was a loving mother and homemaker, handing down many cooking and baking skills
to her children.&nbsp; She worked at Travenol, Hadley Hospital, and when
Leonard was injured, helped him in the oilfields as a pumper.&nbsp; She was a
member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and a volunteer at the Arc
Thrift Store.&nbsp; Donna taught herself to play the organ and enjoyed
traveling throughout the United States and abroad.&nbsp; Her greatest love was
crafting, and for many years she taught ceramics and spent endless hours
quilting, crocheting, knitting, cross stitching, and doing diamond dots art.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741195504457.jpeg" alt="Lucille 'Donna' Englert" />
 <figcaption>Lucille 'Donna' Englert</figcaption>
 </figure>Lucille 'Donna' Englert, 92, Hays, went to be with her Lord
on Sunday, March 2, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home.She was born April 17, 1932 in Stratton, Colorado, the
daughter of Henry “Hank” and Catherine (Jostes) Pelle.&nbsp; She was a graduate
of Stratton High School with the class of 1950, and on June 24, 1952, she was
united in marriage to Leonard A. Englert in Stratton.&nbsp; They celebrated 65
years of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 11, 2018.&nbsp; Donna
was a loving mother and homemaker, handing down many cooking and baking skills
to her children.&nbsp; She worked at Travenol, Hadley Hospital, and when
Leonard was injured, helped him in the oilfields as a pumper.&nbsp; She was a
member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and a volunteer at the Arc
Thrift Store.&nbsp; Donna taught herself to play the organ and enjoyed
traveling throughout the United States and abroad.&nbsp; Her greatest love was
crafting, and for many years she taught ceramics and spent endless hours
quilting, crocheting, knitting, cross stitching, and doing diamond dots art.Survivors include her two sons, David Englert of Santa Fe,
New Mexico and Gary Englert and wife Anita of Topeka, four daughters, Cecelia
Gerstner and husband Joe of Eagleville, Tennessee, and Cindy Romme and husband
Galen, Sonya Drees and husband Mike, and Dana Kari, all of Hays, her sister,
Diana McDermott of Palisade, Colorado, two sisters-in-law, Camilla Pelle of
Boulder, Colorado and JoAnn Pelle of&nbsp; Rapid City, South Dakota, 17
grandchildren, Shelby, Jesse, Allia, Shilo, Logan, Paige and husband Russell,
Tony and wife Jessica, Jenny and boyfriend Joe, Grant, Chase, Samantha and
husband Mike, Derek and girlfriend Madi, Ashli, Vivian, Kaitlin, Haili and
boyfriend Logan, and Toni, eight great grandchildren, Tegan, Azaria, Lily,
Liam, Harvey, Nash, Linkoln, and Ada, her precious dog, Cookie, and numerous
nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband
Leonard, her daughter-in-law, Elkie Englert, her brother-in-law, Tom McDermott,
and her siblings, Donald Pelle, Mildred Dreitz and husband Alvin, Betty
Lobmeyer and husband Bob, Harold Pelle, Virginia Malone and husband Park, Doris
Weir and husband Bill, and Bud Pelle.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Monday,
March 10, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Fred
Gatschet officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp;
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Sunday and from 9:00 am until
9:45 on Monday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A parish vigil
service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm on Sunday at the funeral home.&nbsp;
Memorials in Donna’s honor may be made to the Arc of the Central Plains, Holy
Family Elementary School, or to HaysMed Hospice.&nbsp; Condolences and memories
of Donna may be left for her family at www.haysmemorial.com

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