Charles C. “Scooter” Skilling, 76, died on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at
 Western Plains Medical Complex in Dodge City. He was born on December 
10, 1944 at Napa, California. He was adopted and raised by Howard &amp;
 Hazel (Mastin) Skilling. He married Dolline Myers on October 10, 1987 
at Garden City. 
Charles graduated from Garden City High School and Fort Hays State 
University. He served in the United States Army after high school. He 
was a guidance councilor at Healy High School and later worked as a 
stocker at Wal-Mart in Garden City. His family owned the skating rink 
in Garden City and his passion was skating and he participated in many 
professional roller skating events. He had written and published a book
 and was well known for his many letters to the editor in the Garden 
City Telegram discussing local issues. 
He is survived by his Wife- Dolline Skilling, Son- Rodger Skilling of 
Haysville, Daughter- Tamera Skilling of Altus, Oklahoma, 4 
Step-Children, Sister- Maureen Armstrong of Plymouth, Michigan, 4 
Grandchildren, 11 Step-Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren and 2 
Great-Great-Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his Parents, 1 
Step-Son, 3 Grandchildren and 1 Great-Grandchild. 
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 PM Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home with
 Gerald Belknap officiating. Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery 
with military honors by Kansas Army National Guard Honor Guard and 
American Legion District 8 Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to 
Charles Skilling Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>Charles C. “Scooter” Skilling, 76, died on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at
 Western Plains Medical Complex in Dodge City. He was born on December 
10, 1944 at Napa, California. He was adopted and raised by Howard &amp;
 Hazel (Mastin) Skilling. He married Dolline Myers on October 10, 1987 
at Garden City. 
Charles graduated from Garden City High School and Fort Hays State 
University. He served in the United States Army after high school. He 
was a guidance councilor at Healy High School and later worked as a 
stocker at Wal-Mart in Garden City. His family owned the skating rink 
in Garden City and his passion was skating and he participated in many 
professional roller skating events. He had written and published a book
 and was well known for his many letters to the editor in the Garden 
City Telegram discussing local issues. 
He is survived by his Wife- Dolline Skilling, Son- Rodger Skilling of 
Haysville, Daughter- Tamera Skilling of Altus, Oklahoma, 4 
Step-Children, Sister- Maureen Armstrong of Plymouth, Michigan, 4 
Grandchildren, 11 Step-Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren and 2 
Great-Great-Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his Parents, 1 
Step-Son, 3 Grandchildren and 1 Great-Grandchild. 
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 PM Thursday at Garnand Funeral Home with
 Gerald Belknap officiating. Burial will be in Valley View Cemetery 
with military honors by Kansas Army National Guard Honor Guard and 
American Legion District 8 Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to 
Charles Skilling Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Charles C. 'Scooter' Skilling

Veda Lucille Swank Post was born June 20, 1918 at the country family 
home, six miles south of Gaylord, KS in Osborne County. She was the 
eighth child and youngest daughter of E.C. (Ted) and Nellie Atkinson 
Swank, and the last surviving member of that family of four daughters 
and five sons. She died January 8, 2021 at the age of 102. 
She attended Hackberry Country Elementary school and graduated from 
Harlan High School in 1936. Lucille graduated Salina Beauty Academy on 
July 8, 1957. She was united in marriage to William (Bill) Post in 1941.
 They enjoyed one year together when, at that time, he volunteered for 
the Air Force in World War II. During that three-year period, Lucille 
spent time with him at several bases. While they were stationed at Yuma,
 AZ their only child, Phillip, was born. 
In her childhood, she faithfully attended Lawrence Creek Church with her
 parents and siblings. After her marriage, and Bill’s return from 
service, they made their home east of Bellaire for a number years where 
they farmed and also began the business of Post Construction. In 1968 
they bought a home in Smith Center where they lived until 2003 when they
 made a move to Ulysses, KS to be near their son and family for health 
reasons. Bill died February 5, 2003 just one month after the move. They 
were given the gift of having had 62 years of a wonderful life together.
 
Lucille was a member of the Methodist Church at Smith Center, and spent 
many hours working at the Hardly Used Shop. She was a hard worker, 
always at the side of her loving husband, giving a helping hand. She and
 son, Phillip, took care of most of the farming operation, giving Bill 
the time he needed to devote to the construction work, Phillip also 
helping a lot with that. No sacrifice seemed too great to her when it 
involved being of assistance. 
A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Lucille 
lived through some of the country’s best and worst times, including the 
Great Depression and Dust Bowls. She was small in stature but she took 
care of livestock, worked in fields, cooked and delivered meals at 
harvest time, not uncommon to see her driving grain trucks into town. 
She was interested in political and national events, living through the 
country’s political evolutions. 
She was adamantly proud of her family and their accomplishments. Her 
aspiration was to be a good example. She watched and encouraged them to 
reach their goals, have high hopes, faith, and never stop short. 
Lucille and Bill’s favorite pastime was square dancing and round 
dancing, traveling extensively, and making friends in several states as 
well as their home community. She was best known and loved for her 
devotion to her family, and in her final time she was surrounded by 
their love and care. A great influence in her life was the love, 
prayers, and guidance of her strong, faith believing little mother, and 
her father’s example of honesty, integrity, discipline, and hard work. 
If Lucille were to send a message today, it would be to treasure every 
moment with your family and serve the Lord with all your heart. 
Preceding her in death, parents Ted and Nellie Swank, husband William 
(Bill) Post, five brothers Lawrence (Casey) Swank, Paul Swank, Kenneth 
Swank, Harvey (Bill) Swank, and Lorraine (Pete) Swank; three sisters Ida
 Colwell, Harriet Hays, and Eudora Martin. Left to cherish her memories,
 son Phillip Post and wife Linda, granddaughter Jan Stejskal, grandson 
Cory Post, great grandsons Brendan and Bryson Stejskal all of Ulysses. 
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 12, 2021 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 
AM at the United Methodist Church in Smith Center, Kansas. Graveside 
Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Fairview 
Cemetery in Smith Center, Kansas, with Jerry Lambert officiating. 
Memorial contributions may be given to The United Methodist Church in 
Smith Center, in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., 
Ulysses, Kansas, 67880.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Veda Lucille Swank Post was born June 20, 1918 at the country family 
home, six miles south of Gaylord, KS in Osborne County. She was the 
eighth child and youngest daughter of E.C. (Ted) and Nellie Atkinson 
Swank, and the last surviving member of that family of four daughters 
and five sons. She died January 8, 2021 at the age of 102. 
She attended Hackberry Country Elementary school and graduated from 
Harlan High School in 1936. Lucille graduated Salina Beauty Academy on 
July 8, 1957. She was united in marriage to William (Bill) Post in 1941.
 They enjoyed one year together when, at that time, he volunteered for 
the Air Force in World War II. During that three-year period, Lucille 
spent time with him at several bases. While they were stationed at Yuma,
 AZ their only child, Phillip, was born. 
In her childhood, she faithfully attended Lawrence Creek Church with her
 parents and siblings. After her marriage, and Bill’s return from 
service, they made their home east of Bellaire for a number years where 
they farmed and also began the business of Post Construction. In 1968 
they bought a home in Smith Center where they lived until 2003 when they
 made a move to Ulysses, KS to be near their son and family for health 
reasons. Bill died February 5, 2003 just one month after the move. They 
were given the gift of having had 62 years of a wonderful life together.
 
Lucille was a member of the Methodist Church at Smith Center, and spent 
many hours working at the Hardly Used Shop. She was a hard worker, 
always at the side of her loving husband, giving a helping hand. She and
 son, Phillip, took care of most of the farming operation, giving Bill 
the time he needed to devote to the construction work, Phillip also 
helping a lot with that. No sacrifice seemed too great to her when it 
involved being of assistance. 
A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Lucille 
lived through some of the country’s best and worst times, including the 
Great Depression and Dust Bowls. She was small in stature but she took 
care of livestock, worked in fields, cooked and delivered meals at 
harvest time, not uncommon to see her driving grain trucks into town. 
She was interested in political and national events, living through the 
country’s political evolutions. 
She was adamantly proud of her family and their accomplishments. Her 
aspiration was to be a good example. She watched and encouraged them to 
reach their goals, have high hopes, faith, and never stop short. 
Lucille and Bill’s favorite pastime was square dancing and round 
dancing, traveling extensively, and making friends in several states as 
well as their home community. She was best known and loved for her 
devotion to her family, and in her final time she was surrounded by 
their love and care. A great influence in her life was the love, 
prayers, and guidance of her strong, faith believing little mother, and 
her father’s example of honesty, integrity, discipline, and hard work. 
If Lucille were to send a message today, it would be to treasure every 
moment with your family and serve the Lord with all your heart. 
Preceding her in death, parents Ted and Nellie Swank, husband William 
(Bill) Post, five brothers Lawrence (Casey) Swank, Paul Swank, Kenneth 
Swank, Harvey (Bill) Swank, and Lorraine (Pete) Swank; three sisters Ida
 Colwell, Harriet Hays, and Eudora Martin. Left to cherish her memories,
 son Phillip Post and wife Linda, granddaughter Jan Stejskal, grandson 
Cory Post, great grandsons Brendan and Bryson Stejskal all of Ulysses. 
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 12, 2021 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 
AM at the United Methodist Church in Smith Center, Kansas. Graveside 
Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Fairview 
Cemetery in Smith Center, Kansas, with Jerry Lambert officiating. 
Memorial contributions may be given to The United Methodist Church in 
Smith Center, in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., 
Ulysses, Kansas, 67880.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Veda Lucille Swank Post

Wednesday, April 30th, 1941-Friday, January 8th, 2021

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/beatta-robben/4486884/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Wednesday, April 30th, 1941-Friday, January 8th, 2021An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/beatta-robben/4486884/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Beatta Marie Robben (Maurath)

Linus Wendelin Werth, 90, Victoria, died Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire.

He was born January 7, 1931 in 
Schoenchen, the son of Wendelin W. and Brigitta (Dinges) Werth.&nbsp; On May 
22, 1951 he was united in marriage to Berneice Kronewitter in 
Schoenchen, and they celebrated 52 years of marriage before she preceded
 him in death on August 11, 2003.&nbsp; He was a wheat farmer, stockman, and 
owner and operator of Werth Produce and Five Star Amoco.&nbsp; His 
memberships included St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and the St. 
Joseph Knights of Columbus Council #1325.&nbsp; Linus was hard working, 
enjoyed drilling and cutting wheat, had a mathematical mind, and enjoyed
 fishing and traveling.&nbsp; He was an avid pinochle player, had a strong 
faith life, and loved his family.

Survivors include five sons: Tim Werth 
and wife Marilyn of Hays, Glen Werth and wife Nancy of Fort Collins, CO,
 Stan Werth and wife Rose of Elk City, OK, Kent Werth and wife Shawnda 
of Hays, and Greg Werth and wife Shannon of Hays, four daughters: Sharon
 Werth of Cape May, NJ, Cathy Leiker and husband Dick of Richmond, TX, 
Debra Dachsteiner and husband Mark of Lauderdale by the Sea, FL, and 
Lesa Werth-Lowry of Hays, a daughter-in-law: Diane Werth of Prescott, 
AZ, a brother: Paul Werth and wife Donna of Great Bend, three sisters: 
Laura Klaus of Hays, Clarice Stoecklein of Ness City, and Dorothy Moeder
 and husband John of Hays, 24 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and
 numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife Berneice, a son: Dale Werth, three brothers: Ralph, 
Donald, and LeRoy Werth, three sisters: LaVera Schuckman, Joyce Klaus, 
and Mary Catherine Barnes, and a granddaughter: Elizabeth Rose Werth.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards and Fr. Alvin Werth 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 St. 
Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm 
followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary, both on Monday at the church. 
&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to TMP-Marian High School in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Linus may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Linus Wendelin Werth, 90, Victoria, died Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire.He was born January 7, 1931 in 
Schoenchen, the son of Wendelin W. and Brigitta (Dinges) Werth.&nbsp; On May 
22, 1951 he was united in marriage to Berneice Kronewitter in 
Schoenchen, and they celebrated 52 years of marriage before she preceded
 him in death on August 11, 2003.&nbsp; He was a wheat farmer, stockman, and 
owner and operator of Werth Produce and Five Star Amoco.&nbsp; His 
memberships included St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and the St. 
Joseph Knights of Columbus Council #1325.&nbsp; Linus was hard working, 
enjoyed drilling and cutting wheat, had a mathematical mind, and enjoyed
 fishing and traveling.&nbsp; He was an avid pinochle player, had a strong 
faith life, and loved his family.Survivors include five sons: Tim Werth 
and wife Marilyn of Hays, Glen Werth and wife Nancy of Fort Collins, CO,
 Stan Werth and wife Rose of Elk City, OK, Kent Werth and wife Shawnda 
of Hays, and Greg Werth and wife Shannon of Hays, four daughters: Sharon
 Werth of Cape May, NJ, Cathy Leiker and husband Dick of Richmond, TX, 
Debra Dachsteiner and husband Mark of Lauderdale by the Sea, FL, and 
Lesa Werth-Lowry of Hays, a daughter-in-law: Diane Werth of Prescott, 
AZ, a brother: Paul Werth and wife Donna of Great Bend, three sisters: 
Laura Klaus of Hays, Clarice Stoecklein of Ness City, and Dorothy Moeder
 and husband John of Hays, 24 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and
 numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife Berneice, a son: Dale Werth, three brothers: Ralph, 
Donald, and LeRoy Werth, three sisters: LaVera Schuckman, Joyce Klaus, 
and Mary Catherine Barnes, and a granddaughter: Elizabeth Rose Werth.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church with Fr. Damian Richards and Fr. Alvin Werth 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 St. 
Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm 
followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary, both on Monday at the church. 
&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to TMP-Marian High School in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Linus may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linus Wendelin Werth

Carla Laurann (Phillips) Batt, 70, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.

Carla was born August 21, 1950 in Russell, Kansas.  One of three children born to Kenneth Franklin and Ruth Elizabeth (Motzner) Phillips.  She grew up in Russell County close to Amhearst and graduated from Paradise High School in Paradise, Kansas.  She then attended the McPherson Practical Nursing School and obtained a degree in Nursing.

Carla was united in marriage to Larry Dean Batt on December 9, 1973 in Russell, Kansas.  This union was blessed with two children; Tim and Laurie.  They made their home in Russell until 1981 when they moved to Beloit, Kansas.  Then in 1996 they moved to Ellsworth, Kansas and then in 1999 they moved to Holyrood, Kansas;  Larry preceded her in death in 2006.  Then in 2008, Carla returned to Russell.

Carla was a dedicated Nurse to her communities.  She worked in the Russell Hospital, the Beloit Hospital, Ellsworth Correctional Facility, Ellsworth Hospital, Ellsworth Good Sams, Vintage Place in Russell and Cedarview in Hays, Kansas.  After her retirement she was the family babysitter for her grandchildren.  She was a member of the Otterbein United Methodist Church in Russell, the St. Paul United Church of Christ and the Zion Lutheran Church in Beloit.  She enjoyed reading romance novels, coloring in adult coloring books, croqueting, making ceramics and listening to Christian music.  Her greatest joy was taking care and watching her grandchildren.

Carla’s surviving family include her daughter, Laurie McQuade  of Russell, Kansas; son, Tim Batt (Tammy) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Paul Phillips (Glenda) of Russell, Kansas; sister, Elizabeth Langdon (Rick) of Bashor, Kansas; six grandchildren, Amanda Miles, Skylar Wittman, Morgan McQuade, Taryn Batt, Christopher McQuade and Tayler Batt.

Carla was preceded in death by her parents, husband Larry, and brother-in-law Dale Batt. Celebration of Carla’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell.  A private burial will take place in Hoisington Cemetery in Hoisington, Kansas.  Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday, January 11, 2021 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.  A Memorial has been established as the Grandchildren’s Education Fund.  Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Carla Laurann (Phillips) Batt, 70, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.Carla was born August 21, 1950 in Russell, Kansas. One of three children born to Kenneth Franklin and Ruth Elizabeth (Motzner) Phillips. She grew up in Russell County close to Amhearst and graduated from Paradise High School in Paradise, Kansas. She then attended the McPherson Practical Nursing School and obtained a degree in Nursing.Carla was united in marriage to Larry Dean Batt on December 9, 1973 in Russell, Kansas. This union was blessed with two children; Tim and Laurie. They made their home in Russell until 1981 when they moved to Beloit, Kansas. Then in 1996 they moved to Ellsworth, Kansas and then in 1999 they moved to Holyrood, Kansas; Larry preceded her in death in 2006. Then in 2008, Carla returned to Russell.Carla was a dedicated Nurse to her communities. She worked in the Russell Hospital, the Beloit Hospital, Ellsworth Correctional Facility, Ellsworth Hospital, Ellsworth Good Sams, Vintage Place in Russell and Cedarview in Hays, Kansas. After her retirement she was the family babysitter for her grandchildren. She was a member of the Otterbein United Methodist Church in Russell, the St. Paul United Church of Christ and the Zion Lutheran Church in Beloit. She enjoyed reading romance novels, coloring in adult coloring books, croqueting, making ceramics and listening to Christian music. Her greatest joy was taking care and watching her grandchildren.Carla’s surviving family include her daughter, Laurie McQuade of Russell, Kansas; son, Tim Batt (Tammy) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Paul Phillips (Glenda) of Russell, Kansas; sister, Elizabeth Langdon (Rick) of Bashor, Kansas; six grandchildren, Amanda Miles, Skylar Wittman, Morgan McQuade, Taryn Batt, Christopher McQuade and Tayler Batt.Carla was preceded in death by her parents, husband Larry, and brother-in-law Dale Batt. Celebration of Carla’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell. A private burial will take place in Hoisington Cemetery in Hoisington, Kansas. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday, January 11, 2021 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary. A Memorial has been established as the Grandchildren’s Education Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Carla L. Batt

Elden Earl Ambrosier passed away January 5, 2021, in Hays, Kansas. 
Elden was somewhere in the middle of eight children born to Alva and 
Doris (Hendershot) Ambrosier on September 5, 1940 in Hill City, Kansas. 
Elden graduated from Hill City High School in 1958. He played sports in 
high school and kept a lifelong relationship with his basketball coach. 
In November 1962, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Brown in Damar, Kansas. 
She survives, as does his brother, Darrell. Elden and Betty have three 
children: Brad and his wife Janell of Elkhart, Kansas; Brenda and her 
husband Craig Bergeron of Anyplace, USA; and Wade and his wife Diana of 
Norton, Kansas. Much more significant to him were his six grandchildren:
 Katie and her husband Tyler of Shawnee, Kansas; Garet and his fiancé 
Meagan of Raleigh, North Carolina; Bailey and her cocker spaniel Decker 
of Wichita, Kansas; Casey of Kearney, Nebraska; Kayla and Blake of 
Denver, Colorado; and Jessi of Manhattan, Kansas.
 
 As a young couple, Elden and Betty started their life in a 
rented basement apartment in Hill City. Once the children began 
arriving, they moved to a tiny two-bedroom house at 203 West Mulberry. 
During those times, all three children not only shared a room, but often
 a twin bed, along with their dog, Lassie. Elden worked at Tebo 
Implement, initially in the parts department, and then found his true 
calling in sales. While living in Hill City, the couple rarely missed a 
weekend at The Elks and loved to dance and spend time with their 
lifelong friends. 
 In 1974, Elden and Ronnie Tebo spun off the Norton Case dealership 
and formed a successful Case dealership known as AT Implement. In 1975, 
the family moved to Norton. When that business venture had reached its 
end, in typical Elden fashion, it was dissolved in a straightforward 
manner. No lawyers or contracts were needed. Ronnie simply wrote down 
the number, and Elden picked buy or sell. He picked sell. He left the 
office that day and never went back. In a leap of faith, he bought some 
property and began building a somewhat John Deere green building. He had
 no franchise agreement and, in fact, when construction first began, he 
didn’t even have an appointment to meet anyone from Deere. Apparently, 
when he did have a meeting, it went well, and he was granted a 
franchise. From that point on, there was really no looking back. As the 
dealership was more successful, he began doing what he truly loved, and 
that was raising cattle. He bought the first 80 acres he ever owned east
 of Lenora, Kansas, and from that day forward he was always on the 
lookout for a good land deal. He found several. His greatest coup was 
buying what was known as the Collins place where Wade, Di, and their 
kids reside. Recently, he celebrated his 80th birthday and the 40th 
anniversary of the purchase. He had retained every piece of 
documentation from the transaction, including the sale bill in a manila 
folder in his office. He loved everything about the cattle business and 
the art of the deal. He had an uncanny ability to know exactly what 
cattle would weigh and had absolutely no use for scales. He enjoyed 
visits with his family and friends, so long as they were wrapped up by 
4pm (CST) to allow for his daily Judge Judy viewing. 
 
 When they became empty nesters, Elden and Betty enjoyed 
traveling to Colorado for camping and fishing. They also enjoyed 
wintering in Florida, Texas, and Arizona. His grandchildren were the 
center of his human-based universe. They could do no wrong and on the 
rare occasion when that myth was challenged, there was always a “good 
reason”. Papa was always there for unsolicited advice on the opposite 
sex, a quick lesson in business or, perhaps, a quickly slipped bit of 
cash. He influenced their lives dramatically, and they have always known
 he was on their team. 
 
 To the amazement of his family who thought he was incapable of
 running a vacuum cleaner or cooking a meal, he assigned himself the 
role of sole caregiver for Betty as she began her journey through 
dementia. Because of his care, she was able to stay at home far longer 
than anyone would have ever imagined. It’s not surprising that he chose 
to move on only after she was securely placed at the Andbe Home. Elden 
had little use for civic clubs or churches, but he knew where he stood 
in his community and with his God. Elden is preceded in death by his 
mother and father, Alva and Doris; sisters, Pauline and Helen; and 
brothers, Robert, Dennis, Gene, and Gerald.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Elden-Earl-Ambrosier?obId=19555252#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Elden Earl Ambrosier passed away January 5, 2021, in Hays, Kansas. 
Elden was somewhere in the middle of eight children born to Alva and 
Doris (Hendershot) Ambrosier on September 5, 1940 in Hill City, Kansas. 
Elden graduated from Hill City High School in 1958. He played sports in 
high school and kept a lifelong relationship with his basketball coach. 
In November 1962, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Brown in Damar, Kansas. 
She survives, as does his brother, Darrell. Elden and Betty have three 
children: Brad and his wife Janell of Elkhart, Kansas; Brenda and her 
husband Craig Bergeron of Anyplace, USA; and Wade and his wife Diana of 
Norton, Kansas. Much more significant to him were his six grandchildren:
 Katie and her husband Tyler of Shawnee, Kansas; Garet and his fiancé 
Meagan of Raleigh, North Carolina; Bailey and her cocker spaniel Decker 
of Wichita, Kansas; Casey of Kearney, Nebraska; Kayla and Blake of 
Denver, Colorado; and Jessi of Manhattan, Kansas.
 
 As a young couple, Elden and Betty started their life in a 
rented basement apartment in Hill City. Once the children began 
arriving, they moved to a tiny two-bedroom house at 203 West Mulberry. 
During those times, all three children not only shared a room, but often
 a twin bed, along with their dog, Lassie. Elden worked at Tebo 
Implement, initially in the parts department, and then found his true 
calling in sales. While living in Hill City, the couple rarely missed a 
weekend at The Elks and loved to dance and spend time with their 
lifelong friends. 
 In 1974, Elden and Ronnie Tebo spun off the Norton Case dealership 
and formed a successful Case dealership known as AT Implement. In 1975, 
the family moved to Norton. When that business venture had reached its 
end, in typical Elden fashion, it was dissolved in a straightforward 
manner. No lawyers or contracts were needed. Ronnie simply wrote down 
the number, and Elden picked buy or sell. He picked sell. He left the 
office that day and never went back. In a leap of faith, he bought some 
property and began building a somewhat John Deere green building. He had
 no franchise agreement and, in fact, when construction first began, he 
didn’t even have an appointment to meet anyone from Deere. Apparently, 
when he did have a meeting, it went well, and he was granted a 
franchise. From that point on, there was really no looking back. As the 
dealership was more successful, he began doing what he truly loved, and 
that was raising cattle. He bought the first 80 acres he ever owned east
 of Lenora, Kansas, and from that day forward he was always on the 
lookout for a good land deal. He found several. His greatest coup was 
buying what was known as the Collins place where Wade, Di, and their 
kids reside. Recently, he celebrated his 80th birthday and the 40th 
anniversary of the purchase. He had retained every piece of 
documentation from the transaction, including the sale bill in a manila 
folder in his office. He loved everything about the cattle business and 
the art of the deal. He had an uncanny ability to know exactly what 
cattle would weigh and had absolutely no use for scales. He enjoyed 
visits with his family and friends, so long as they were wrapped up by 
4pm (CST) to allow for his daily Judge Judy viewing. 
 
 When they became empty nesters, Elden and Betty enjoyed 
traveling to Colorado for camping and fishing. They also enjoyed 
wintering in Florida, Texas, and Arizona. His grandchildren were the 
center of his human-based universe. They could do no wrong and on the 
rare occasion when that myth was challenged, there was always a “good 
reason”. Papa was always there for unsolicited advice on the opposite 
sex, a quick lesson in business or, perhaps, a quickly slipped bit of 
cash. He influenced their lives dramatically, and they have always known
 he was on their team. 
 
 To the amazement of his family who thought he was incapable of
 running a vacuum cleaner or cooking a meal, he assigned himself the 
role of sole caregiver for Betty as she began her journey through 
dementia. Because of his care, she was able to stay at home far longer 
than anyone would have ever imagined. It’s not surprising that he chose 
to move on only after she was securely placed at the Andbe Home. Elden 
had little use for civic clubs or churches, but he knew where he stood 
in his community and with his God. Elden is preceded in death by his 
mother and father, Alva and Doris; sisters, Pauline and Helen; and 
brothers, Robert, Dennis, Gene, and Gerald.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Elden-Earl-Ambrosier?obId=19555252#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Elden Earl Ambrosier

Norton resident Elva June (Sprague) Keiswetter was born July 29, 
1933, to Earl and Hattie (Williamson) Sprague in Norton County, KS.&nbsp; June
 passed away at the Rush County Memorial Hospital Long Term Care Unit in
 La Crosse, KS on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at the age of 87.

She grew up north and west of Almena on the family farm.&nbsp; She 
attended grade school at a Frontier county school and graduated from 
Almena High School in 1951.&nbsp; Following graduation, she worked in Denver 
until 1953.&nbsp; On January 9, 1953, she married Keith Keiswetter, they 
lived in Hill City and Lenora, moving to Norton in 1972.&nbsp; They later 
divorced.&nbsp; She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and American Legion 
Auxiliary.&nbsp; She was employed at the Andbe Home for 30 years in the 
Dietary Dept., retiring in 2003.&nbsp;

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; She loved to 
paint, work on crafts and take handmade items to craft shows. In the 
past, she was an avid gardener and enjoyed taking produce to the 
farmer’s market.&nbsp; She was a very devoted Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City
 Royals and KU basketball fan.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Hattie Sprague, and brothers Arlo and Elden.&nbsp;

June is survived by her children Deborah (Steve) Persinger of Norton,
 KS, Jonda Keiswetter of Hays, KS, Louis (Jana) of Norton, KS; three 
brothers Olin of Norton, KS, Gary of Dekalb, IL, and Lynn of Redfield, 
AR; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and many nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial graveside service will be held at 
2:00 p.m. Friday, January 15th in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Almena, KS, 
with Pastor Ron Martin officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the June Keiswetter Memorial 
Fund c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 
67661, to be designated at a later date.

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 </figure>Norton resident Elva June (Sprague) Keiswetter was born July 29, 
1933, to Earl and Hattie (Williamson) Sprague in Norton County, KS.&nbsp; June
 passed away at the Rush County Memorial Hospital Long Term Care Unit in
 La Crosse, KS on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at the age of 87.She grew up north and west of Almena on the family farm.&nbsp; She 
attended grade school at a Frontier county school and graduated from 
Almena High School in 1951.&nbsp; Following graduation, she worked in Denver 
until 1953.&nbsp; On January 9, 1953, she married Keith Keiswetter, they 
lived in Hill City and Lenora, moving to Norton in 1972.&nbsp; They later 
divorced.&nbsp; She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and American Legion 
Auxiliary.&nbsp; She was employed at the Andbe Home for 30 years in the 
Dietary Dept., retiring in 2003.&nbsp;She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.&nbsp; She loved to 
paint, work on crafts and take handmade items to craft shows. In the 
past, she was an avid gardener and enjoyed taking produce to the 
farmer’s market.&nbsp; She was a very devoted Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City
 Royals and KU basketball fan.She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Hattie Sprague, and brothers Arlo and Elden.&nbsp;June is survived by her children Deborah (Steve) Persinger of Norton,
 KS, Jonda Keiswetter of Hays, KS, Louis (Jana) of Norton, KS; three 
brothers Olin of Norton, KS, Gary of Dekalb, IL, and Lynn of Redfield, 
AR; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and many nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial graveside service will be held at 
2:00 p.m. Friday, January 15th in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Almena, KS, 
with Pastor Ron Martin officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the June Keiswetter Memorial 
Fund c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 
67661, to be designated at a later date.

Elva June (Sprague) Keiswetter

Alexzander Troy Hawley, age 20, of Munjor, KS died January 6, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; He was born October 25, 2000, in Thornton, Colorado, to John Hawley and Anna McIntosh Hawley.&nbsp;

Alex graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; He enjoyed the outdoors, playing online games with his friends and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his father, John Hawley of Allentown, PA; mother and step-father: Anna Hawley and Cody Dana of Hays, KS; grandmothers: Carrie Bockelman of Amity, MO and Kathleen Hawley of Parker, CO; grandfather: Stan Hawley of Parker, CO; sister: Heather Hawley of Parker, CO; half-sisters: Zoey Dana&nbsp; and Charlie Dana both of Hays, KS together with many aunts, uncles,&nbsp;cousins, and his beloved dog, Pepper.

He was preceded in death by his step-grandfather: Keith Bockelman.

Funeral Services will be Sunday, January 10, 2021, at 2 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.

Services entrusted to Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Alexzander Troy Hawley, age 20, of Munjor, KS died January 6, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; He was born October 25, 2000, in Thornton, Colorado, to John Hawley and Anna McIntosh Hawley.&nbsp;Alex graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; He enjoyed the outdoors, playing online games with his friends and spending time with his family.He is survived by his father, John Hawley of Allentown, PA; mother and step-father: Anna Hawley and Cody Dana of Hays, KS; grandmothers: Carrie Bockelman of Amity, MO and Kathleen Hawley of Parker, CO; grandfather: Stan Hawley of Parker, CO; sister: Heather Hawley of Parker, CO; half-sisters: Zoey Dana&nbsp; and Charlie Dana both of Hays, KS together with many aunts, uncles,&nbsp;cousins, and his beloved dog, Pepper.He was preceded in death by his step-grandfather: Keith Bockelman.Funeral Services will be Sunday, January 10, 2021, at 2 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.Services entrusted to Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Alexzander Troy Hawley

Jay G. Karlin, 56, Hays, died Saturday, January 2, 2021, at HaysMed.

He was born October 23, 1964, in Hays, 
the son of Francis H. “Blackie” and Laurita (Schmidt) Karlin.&nbsp; He was a 
co-owner and chef at The Strike Zone and for many years, he cared for 
his mother. He enjoyed baseball and softball, was excellent at all he 
did, and always had a smile on his face.

Survivors include his mother Laurita of
 Hays, three brothers: James Karlin of Hays, Dennis Karlin and wife 
Cathleen of Hays, and Jerry Karlin and wife Nancy of Greeley, CO, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

No services are scheduled at this 
time.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Jay may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Jay G. Karlin, 56, Hays, died Saturday, January 2, 2021, at HaysMed.He was born October 23, 1964, in Hays, 
the son of Francis H. “Blackie” and Laurita (Schmidt) Karlin.&nbsp; He was a 
co-owner and chef at The Strike Zone and for many years, he cared for 
his mother. He enjoyed baseball and softball, was excellent at all he 
did, and always had a smile on his face.Survivors include his mother Laurita of
 Hays, three brothers: James Karlin of Hays, Dennis Karlin and wife 
Cathleen of Hays, and Jerry Karlin and wife Nancy of Greeley, CO, and 
numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father.No services are scheduled at this 
time.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Jay may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Jay G. Karlin

Eldon Wayne George, age 94, passed away Thursday, January 7, 
2021 at the Logan County Hospital in Oakley, KS. He was born December 
31, 1926 in Hazelton, KS to John Coulter and Grace May (Martin) George. 
 He was a farmer stockman. 
 Survivors include daughters Wanda (Neil) Cloet of Sutton, NE and 
Sharon (Roger) Boyd of Oakley, KS; a son John (Sherrita) George of 
Lebanon, KS; 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=19566616">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Eldon Wayne George, age 94, passed away Thursday, January 7, 
2021 at the Logan County Hospital in Oakley, KS. He was born December 
31, 1926 in Hazelton, KS to John Coulter and Grace May (Martin) George. 
 He was a farmer stockman. 
 Survivors include daughters Wanda (Neil) Cloet of Sutton, NE and 
Sharon (Roger) Boyd of Oakley, KS; a son John (Sherrita) George of 
Lebanon, KS; 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=19566616">HERE</a> for service details.

Eldon Wayne George

Dale Lee Barnum, 71, of Ozawkie, KS, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 
his home. He had lived in Ozawkie 18 years moving from Garden City. He 
was born June 1, 1949, at Garden City, the son of William Myron and Wilma
 B. Parish Barnum. 

He was a 1967 graduate of Leoti High School and he 
earned a B.S. degree at Fort Hays State University in 1972. He served as 
the area Director for the State of Kansas Social and Rehabilitation 
Services in Western Kansas 33 years, before retiring. He was a longtime 
volunteer for the American Red Cross Disaster Services and was a Master 
Instructor for the Kansas Hunter Safety Program for 25 years. He was a 
member of the Tyrian Masonic Lodge of Garden City, the Finney County 
Chapter of Order of Eastern Star and the Scottish Rite Bodies of 
Wichita. &nbsp;He was married to Pamela Sharon Wineinger on June 5, 1993,&nbsp; at Garden City, She survives at the home. He is also survived by two 
sons, Dave (Marnie) Barnum, Overland Park, Steve (Misty) Barnum, 
Hutchinson, two daughters, Erika Barnum, Lawrence, Charity (Sam) Deutch,
 Leawood, one brother, Dean Barnum, Clifton-Clyde, and four 
grandchildren, Simon, Sherman, Elizabeth and Michelle. A Grave 
Side Service with Masonic Rites will be 3:00 PM, Friday, January 8, 2021
 at Ozawkie Cemetery, Ozawkie, KS. Mr. Barnum will lie in state 2:00 to 
5:00 PM, Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Barnett Family Funeral Home, 
Oskaloosa, KS.

Memorials suggested to American Red Cross Disaster 
Services in care of the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS, 
66066.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dale Lee Barnum, 71, of Ozawkie, KS, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 
his home. He had lived in Ozawkie 18 years moving from Garden City. He 
was born June 1, 1949, at Garden City, the son of William Myron and Wilma
 B. Parish Barnum. He was a 1967 graduate of Leoti High School and he 
earned a B.S. degree at Fort Hays State University in 1972. He served as 
the area Director for the State of Kansas Social and Rehabilitation 
Services in Western Kansas 33 years, before retiring. He was a longtime 
volunteer for the American Red Cross Disaster Services and was a Master 
Instructor for the Kansas Hunter Safety Program for 25 years. He was a 
member of the Tyrian Masonic Lodge of Garden City, the Finney County 
Chapter of Order of Eastern Star and the Scottish Rite Bodies of 
Wichita. &nbsp;He was married to Pamela Sharon Wineinger on June 5, 1993,&nbsp; at Garden City, She survives at the home. He is also survived by two 
sons, Dave (Marnie) Barnum, Overland Park, Steve (Misty) Barnum, 
Hutchinson, two daughters, Erika Barnum, Lawrence, Charity (Sam) Deutch,
 Leawood, one brother, Dean Barnum, Clifton-Clyde, and four 
grandchildren, Simon, Sherman, Elizabeth and Michelle. A Grave 
Side Service with Masonic Rites will be 3:00 PM, Friday, January 8, 2021
 at Ozawkie Cemetery, Ozawkie, KS. Mr. Barnum will lie in state 2:00 to 
5:00 PM, Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Barnett Family Funeral Home, 
Oskaloosa, KS. Memorials suggested to American Red Cross Disaster 
Services in care of the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS, 
66066.&nbsp;

Dale Lee Barnum

George Alan Winter, 81, passed away January 5, 2021, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita. He was born September 24, 1939, at Wichita to 
Edgar &amp; Edna (Miller) Winter. He married Mary Lee Ryan December 21, 
1963, at Hays.&nbsp;

He grew up near Boyd and graduated from Hoisington High School in 
1957. He attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, where he got his 
masters degree in education and met his wife Mary. They moved to Great 
Bend in 1964 and he taught industrial arts at Otis Bison High School 
until 1978. He started Winter Home Construction which he ran for forty 
years before retiring in 2018. He was a member of First Assembly of God 
Church and liked gospel music. He enjoyed working and going to the farm 
as well as spending time with his family. He loved to connect with 
others and offer help and encouragement to those in need.

Survivors include, his wife Mary Lee Winter; a daughter, Lisa Vance 
and husband Judd of Wichita; a son, Brad Winter; a sister, Arlene 
Anderson of McPherson; and two grandchildren, Sara Vance and Erin Vance.
 He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place, however, 
friends may sign the register book at Bryant Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m.
 to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. A Celebration of Life Service will
 be announced at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Almost 
Home or Central Kansas Dream Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>George Alan Winter, 81, passed away January 5, 2021, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita. He was born September 24, 1939, at Wichita to 
Edgar &amp; Edna (Miller) Winter. He married Mary Lee Ryan December 21, 
1963, at Hays.&nbsp;He grew up near Boyd and graduated from Hoisington High School in 
1957. He attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, where he got his 
masters degree in education and met his wife Mary. They moved to Great 
Bend in 1964 and he taught industrial arts at Otis Bison High School 
until 1978. He started Winter Home Construction which he ran for forty 
years before retiring in 2018. He was a member of First Assembly of God 
Church and liked gospel music. He enjoyed working and going to the farm 
as well as spending time with his family. He loved to connect with 
others and offer help and encouragement to those in need.Survivors include, his wife Mary Lee Winter; a daughter, Lisa Vance 
and husband Judd of Wichita; a son, Brad Winter; a sister, Arlene 
Anderson of McPherson; and two grandchildren, Sara Vance and Erin Vance.
 He was preceded in death by his parents.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place, however, 
friends may sign the register book at Bryant Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m.
 to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. A Celebration of Life Service will
 be announced at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Almost 
Home or Central Kansas Dream Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

George Alan Winter

Mary Jane (Major) Steinle, 83, of Dorrance, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the Sunshine Meadows Assisted Living in Buhler, Kansas.

Mary Jane  was born to Benjamin and Freda (Kaps) Major on May 3, 1937, in Ellsworth, Kansas. She passed away peacefully at the age of 83, on January 6, 2021.

It was in a conversation with her mother during a Vacation Bible School that Mary Jane, as a young girl, invited Jesus to be her Savior and made a commitment to follow Him. She stayed true to that commitment throughout her life.

A lifelong resident of Dorrance, Mary Jane graduated from Dorrance High School.  Then she attended Kansas Wesleyan and Tabor College over the next two years.

On June 15, 1958, she married Darwin Steinle.  Shortly after, Darwin was drafted and they moved to Idar-Oberstein, Germany, where Darwin served in the army for the next two years.  They enjoyed extensive travel throughout Europe.

They were blessed with two daughters, Pam (1961) and Joan (1963).

In addition to being a supportive farmer’s wife, Mary Jane was a substitute school teacher, an active member of the Russell Hospital Auxiliary and a volunteer for Ellsworth EAA special events. She was a tremendous cook and blessed her family and friends with many wonderful meals.  She thoroughly enjoyed sewing for her family and many mission projects.

Mary Jane lived out her faith in a Jesus in a pragmatic and practical way. She faced life, as well as her many health challenges, with a calm acceptance and a desire to adjust to whatever new reality she faced – which she did without complaining.

Mary Jane was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Barbara Wilhelm.  Those mourning her death, but rejoicing in her home-going are her husband Darwin of Dorrance, KS; daughters Pam Steinle of Goodland, KS and Joan (Brent) Warkentin of Wichita, KS; grandchildren, Janet (Thomas) Calvert and Stacey (Ryan) Neufeld; great-grandchildren Lincoln Calvert, Sutton Calvert, and Braylen Neufeld; sister, Diane Major; and many other friends and relatives.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 9, 2021 at the Dorrance City Cemetery in Dorrance, Kansas.  No visitation being held.  Memorials have been established with the Bridge of Hope – inner city ministry in Kansas City and Shoe Box Ministry of Russell County.  Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Mary Jane (Major) Steinle, 83, of Dorrance, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the Sunshine Meadows Assisted Living in Buhler, Kansas.Mary Jane was born to Benjamin and Freda (Kaps) Major on May 3, 1937, in Ellsworth, Kansas. She passed away peacefully at the age of 83, on January 6, 2021.It was in a conversation with her mother during a Vacation Bible School that Mary Jane, as a young girl, invited Jesus to be her Savior and made a commitment to follow Him. She stayed true to that commitment throughout her life.A lifelong resident of Dorrance, Mary Jane graduated from Dorrance High School. Then she attended Kansas Wesleyan and Tabor College over the next two years.On June 15, 1958, she married Darwin Steinle. Shortly after, Darwin was drafted and they moved to Idar-Oberstein, Germany, where Darwin served in the army for the next two years. They enjoyed extensive travel throughout Europe.They were blessed with two daughters, Pam (1961) and Joan (1963).In addition to being a supportive farmer’s wife, Mary Jane was a substitute school teacher, an active member of the Russell Hospital Auxiliary and a volunteer for Ellsworth EAA special events. She was a tremendous cook and blessed her family and friends with many wonderful meals. She thoroughly enjoyed sewing for her family and many mission projects.Mary Jane lived out her faith in a Jesus in a pragmatic and practical way. She faced life, as well as her many health challenges, with a calm acceptance and a desire to adjust to whatever new reality she faced – which she did without complaining.Mary Jane was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Barbara Wilhelm. Those mourning her death, but rejoicing in her home-going are her husband Darwin of Dorrance, KS; daughters Pam Steinle of Goodland, KS and Joan (Brent) Warkentin of Wichita, KS; grandchildren, Janet (Thomas) Calvert and Stacey (Ryan) Neufeld; great-grandchildren Lincoln Calvert, Sutton Calvert, and Braylen Neufeld; sister, Diane Major; and many other friends and relatives.Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 9, 2021 at the Dorrance City Cemetery in Dorrance, Kansas. No visitation being held. Memorials have been established with the Bridge of Hope – inner city ministry in Kansas City and Shoe Box Ministry of Russell County. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Mary Jane (Major) Steinle

Alexzander Troy Hawley, age 20, of 
Munjor, KS died January 6, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; Funeral Services will be 
Sunday, January 10, 2021, at 2 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; A complete obituary is 
pending.

Services entrusted to Brock's-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at 
keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Alexzander Troy Hawley, age 20, of 
Munjor, KS died January 6, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; Funeral Services will be 
Sunday, January 10, 2021, at 2 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; A complete obituary is 
pending.Services entrusted to Brock's-Keithley 
Funeral Chapel and Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at 
keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Norma Jean Bollig, 90, Hays, Kansas died Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at the Presbyterian Nursing Home of Clay Center, Kansas Previously she had been living with her family in Clay Center.&nbsp;

She was born March 14, 1930, in Hays, to Jerome and Margaret (Brown) Riedel, of Walker, Kan.,&nbsp; She married Elmer J. “Cap” Bollig of Hays December 23, 1950.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 21, 2000.

She attended grade school in Walker and Victoria High School, graduating as the valedictorian in 1948. She attended Fort Hays State University as an honors student, with plans to major in history.&nbsp; She and Elmer moved to Plainville, where Elmer set up a thriving shoe repair and retail business, and they raised their family together.&nbsp;

Norma was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church for more than 50 years, a leader in the Daughters of Isabella, and the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild, and the Sacred Heart Grade School.&nbsp; Norma was known widely for her green thumb, a wonderful homemaker, and voracious reader,&nbsp; She will be remembered as a kind soul, generous with her time and talent in giving to others, and a strong devotion to her faith.&nbsp;

Survivors include her sons, Jerry and wife, Theresa, Perry, KS; David and wife Debrah, Clay Center, KS; her daughter Sandra, Dodge City, KS; her sister, Judith Andrews, Phillipsburg, KS; ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Due to the current COVID-19 virus situation, the family will schedule a memorial service at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Walker, Kansas and Inurnment at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas at a later date.

The family suggests memorials to Humane Society of the High Plains or St. Ann’s Catholic Church in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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

Norma Jean Bollig, 90, Hays, Kansas died Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at the Presbyterian Nursing Home of Clay Center, Kansas Previously she had been living with her family in Clay Center.&nbsp;She was born March 14, 1930, in Hays, to Jerome and Margaret (Brown) Riedel, of Walker, Kan.,&nbsp; She married Elmer J. “Cap” Bollig of Hays December 23, 1950.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 21, 2000.She attended grade school in Walker and Victoria High School, graduating as the valedictorian in 1948. She attended Fort Hays State University as an honors student, with plans to major in history.&nbsp; She and Elmer moved to Plainville, where Elmer set up a thriving shoe repair and retail business, and they raised their family together.&nbsp;Norma was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church for more than 50 years, a leader in the Daughters of Isabella, and the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild, and the Sacred Heart Grade School.&nbsp; Norma was known widely for her green thumb, a wonderful homemaker, and voracious reader,&nbsp; She will be remembered as a kind soul, generous with her time and talent in giving to others, and a strong devotion to her faith.&nbsp;Survivors include her sons, Jerry and wife, Theresa, Perry, KS; David and wife Debrah, Clay Center, KS; her daughter Sandra, Dodge City, KS; her sister, Judith Andrews, Phillipsburg, KS; ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.Due to the current COVID-19 virus situation, the family will schedule a memorial service at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Walker, Kansas and Inurnment at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas at a later date.The family suggests memorials to Humane Society of the High Plains or St. Ann’s Catholic Church in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Norma Jean Bollig

Lloyd Leroy Snook, 72, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 7, 2020 at his residence.

Leroy was born on Friday, February 13, 1948, in Russell, Kansas, the son of Oscar M. and Beulah (Burke) Snook.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1966.&nbsp; He then attended a tech school.

Leroy served his country in the U.S. Navy performing his boot camp in San Diego, California in 1967.&nbsp; He served on the attack aircraft carrier USS Constellation CVA-64 as an electrician from 1968 to 1971.&nbsp; He had 3 combat cruises in Vietnam during that time period. &nbsp;

Leroy was a lineman for the Russell Telephone Company for many years before his health required him to have a heart transplant surgery.&nbsp; His transplant surgery was on April 12, 2000, which he always considered his second birthday and a second lease on life. &nbsp; He was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 and the American Legion Post #99 and former commander from 1996 to 1997.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing pool, visiting with friends and taking care of his pets.

Surviving family include his brothers, Dwane Snook (Wendy) of Montana, Chester Carter, Jr. of Coos Bay, Oregon and Daniel Snook (Dana) of Oregon; sister, Deborah Snook (Steve) of Russell, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dennis Snook.

A Memorial Service will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Lloyd Leroy Snook, 72, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 7, 2020 at his residence.Leroy was born on Friday, February 13, 1948, in Russell, Kansas, the son of Oscar M. and Beulah (Burke) Snook.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1966.&nbsp; He then attended a tech school.Leroy served his country in the U.S. Navy performing his boot camp in San Diego, California in 1967.&nbsp; He served on the attack aircraft carrier USS Constellation CVA-64 as an electrician from 1968 to 1971.&nbsp; He had 3 combat cruises in Vietnam during that time period. &nbsp;Leroy was a lineman for the Russell Telephone Company for many years before his health required him to have a heart transplant surgery.&nbsp; His transplant surgery was on April 12, 2000, which he always considered his second birthday and a second lease on life. &nbsp; He was a member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 and the American Legion Post #99 and former commander from 1996 to 1997.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing pool, visiting with friends and taking care of his pets.Surviving family include his brothers, Dwane Snook (Wendy) of Montana, Chester Carter, Jr. of Coos Bay, Oregon and Daniel Snook (Dana) of Oregon; sister, Deborah Snook (Steve) of Russell, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dennis Snook.A Memorial Service will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Lloyd Leroy Snook

Rosalie (Broughton) Renz, 86, Rush Center, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Rush County Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.

Rosalie was born October 4, 1934, in Pratt, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard and Thelma (Parks) Broughton. She attended grade school and junior high school at Hoisington, Kansas, where she graduated in 1952 from Hoisington High School, Hoisington, Kansas. She attended Barton County Community College, Great Bend, Kansas.

She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, Kansas, serving as a council member for several years. She was a past president of Business &amp; Professional Women (BPW), La Crosse, Kansas, and a senior companion for eleven years at Rush County Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, La Crosse, Kansas. She loved visiting with her clients, playing cards and games, and helping at the Long Term Care.

Rosalie enjoyed attending her Hoisington Cardinals class reunions and keeping up with her many school friends.

Rosalie lived by her faith, never doubting her Lord. She will be missed by many.

In June 1952, she married Steven Price. They later divorced.

On November 24, 1978, she married the love of her life, Harley W. Renz, at Rush Center, Kansas. He preceded her in death November 12, 1997.

Survivors include: two sons, Steven Price, Winfield, Kansas, and Rick Price (Evelyn), Winfield, Kansas; one step son, Patrick Renz, Ellsworth, Kansas, one step daughter, Suzy Renz Kruckenberg, Mooreland, Oklahoma; 15 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; one brother, Jack E. Broughton, Fort Dodge, Kansas; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harley W. Renz; one son, Jerry Price; one brother, Bill Broughton; and one sister, Loretta Cunningham French.

Graveside memorial service will be Friday, February 5, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at the Locust Hill Cemetery, Rush Center, Kansas, with Pastor Wayne Baldyga officiating. Inurnment will be in Locust Hill Cemetery, Rush Center, Kansas.

Social distancing is recommended.

Masks are also recommended.

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

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to Rush County Relay for Life or Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, Kansas.

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

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

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 </figure>Rosalie (Broughton) Renz, 86, Rush Center, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Rush County Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.Rosalie was born October 4, 1934, in Pratt, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard and Thelma (Parks) Broughton. She attended grade school and junior high school at Hoisington, Kansas, where she graduated in 1952 from Hoisington High School, Hoisington, Kansas. She attended Barton County Community College, Great Bend, Kansas.She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, Kansas, serving as a council member for several years. She was a past president of Business &amp; Professional Women (BPW), La Crosse, Kansas, and a senior companion for eleven years at Rush County Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, La Crosse, Kansas. She loved visiting with her clients, playing cards and games, and helping at the Long Term Care.Rosalie enjoyed attending her Hoisington Cardinals class reunions and keeping up with her many school friends.Rosalie lived by her faith, never doubting her Lord. She will be missed by many.In June 1952, she married Steven Price. They later divorced.On November 24, 1978, she married the love of her life, Harley W. Renz, at Rush Center, Kansas. He preceded her in death November 12, 1997.Survivors include: two sons, Steven Price, Winfield, Kansas, and Rick Price (Evelyn), Winfield, Kansas; one step son, Patrick Renz, Ellsworth, Kansas, one step daughter, Suzy Renz Kruckenberg, Mooreland, Oklahoma; 15 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; one brother, Jack E. Broughton, Fort Dodge, Kansas; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harley W. Renz; one son, Jerry Price; one brother, Bill Broughton; and one sister, Loretta Cunningham French.Graveside memorial service will be Friday, February 5, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at the Locust Hill Cemetery, Rush Center, Kansas, with Pastor Wayne Baldyga officiating. Inurnment will be in Locust Hill Cemetery, Rush Center, Kansas.Social distancing is recommended.Masks are also recommended.Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to Rush County Relay for Life or Hope Lutheran Church, Rush Center, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Rosalie (Broughton) Renz

Dennis D. Hupfer, of Shawnee, KS, formerly from Russell, KS passed away on Monday, January 4th, 2020, at Advent Hospital with his family by his bed side. 

Dennis was born May 6, 1945, to Clarence J. Hupfer and Mildred Stumpff. He graduated from Russell High School and Fort Hays University. His love for the Oil and Gas exploration took him to the Middle East where he worked as a Driller for Santa Fe Drilling. He returned to Kansas in 1971 to marry the love of his life, Marsha Pfannenstiel and to continue his career with Santa Fe Drilling as a personnel manager. He worked in Texas and California. In 1980 he returned to Kansas to start his own Oil and Gas Company which he continued to operate until his death. 

Dennis was passionate about his love for God, Country and family. He loved fishing, hunting and playing pinochle with friends and family, but he mostly loved being with his family. He was a great family man always making sure everyone had everything they needed.  He was so proud of his grandchildren and enjoyed going to their baseball games. 

Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Clayton and sisters, Aleta Katt, Delene Gilmore and baby sister, Beverly. 

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Marsha, daughter, Laura Bean, (Randy Bean), daughter, Rachel Hupfer, grandchildren, Abby and Braydon Bean, brother, John Hupfer and sister- in- law, Dixie Hupfer and many beloved nieces and nephews. 

A Celebration of Life will be held later this year for family and friends to attend.

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 </figure>Dennis D. Hupfer, of Shawnee, KS, formerly from Russell, KS passed away on Monday, January 4th, 2020, at Advent Hospital with his family by his bed side. Dennis was born May 6, 1945, to Clarence J. Hupfer and Mildred Stumpff. He graduated from Russell High School and Fort Hays University. His love for the Oil and Gas exploration took him to the Middle East where he worked as a Driller for Santa Fe Drilling. He returned to Kansas in 1971 to marry the love of his life, Marsha Pfannenstiel and to continue his career with Santa Fe Drilling as a personnel manager. He worked in Texas and California. In 1980 he returned to Kansas to start his own Oil and Gas Company which he continued to operate until his death. Dennis was passionate about his love for God, Country and family. He loved fishing, hunting and playing pinochle with friends and family, but he mostly loved being with his family. He was a great family man always making sure everyone had everything they needed. He was so proud of his grandchildren and enjoyed going to their baseball games. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Clayton and sisters, Aleta Katt, Delene Gilmore and baby sister, Beverly. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Marsha, daughter, Laura Bean, (Randy Bean), daughter, Rachel Hupfer, grandchildren, Abby and Braydon Bean, brother, John Hupfer and sister- in- law, Dixie Hupfer and many beloved nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held later this year for family and friends to attend.

Dennis D. Hupfer

Iona Katherine (Brin) Knipp, 85, died January 3, 2021, in Hill City, 
Kansas. Iona was born November 2, 1935, in Damar, Kansas, to Oliver and 
Mary (Morin) Brin. She grew up surrounded by her 10 siblings and 
attended school in Damar. 
 During her senior year, she met Wilbert Knipp. They soon married May
 31, 1954. This union was blessed with seven children: five girls and 
two boys. 
 After the sudden passing of Wilbert in 1967, Iona met and married Dale Meier in July of 1969. Together they had one daughter.
 Throughout the years, she worked at the Elks Lodge and provided home health care. However, her family was her livelihood.
 Iona thoroughly enjoyed writing poems, coloring, playing cards, 
watching game shows, and tending to her flowers and house plants. She 
was an avid baseball fan whether the games involved her family or any 
team on television. 
 She never turned down an opportunity to spend as much time as she 
could with her children and grandchildren. Every summer Iona would have
 her grandkids spend their vacation with her. They enjoyed those times 
with Grandma, swimming, riding bikes, walking to the dime store, and 
many other activities. Iona so loved taking many trips to see her 
children! 
 Iona was preceded in death by her parents: Oliver and Mary Brin; 
her husbands: Wilbert Knipp and Dale Meier; a grandson, Allen Michael 
Knipp; brothers: Clarence, Levi, Frank and Omer; sisters: Barbara, 
Rita, Patricia and Marida.
 Survivors include her sons: Eddie Knipp, Hill City, and Wayne 
Knipp, Wichita; daughters: Vivian Messer, Santa Rosa, California; Jeanie
 Stakes, Arlington, Texas; Charlotte (Mark) Pfeifer, Hays, Deanna (Mark)
 Zeman, Wakeeney, Laurie Knipp, Hill City, Marcia (Gerald) Pfeifer, 
Hays; sisters: Annette (Richard) Benoit, Damar, Sister Diane Brin, 
Concordia; 20 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
 	On Sunday, January 3, 2021, Iona was reunited eternally with her 
beloved Wilbert. She left behind an abundance of amazing memories of a 
strong beautiful woman that family and friends alike will cherish dearly
 for years to come.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Iona-Katherine-Knipp?obId=19518996#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Iona Katherine (Brin) Knipp, 85, died January 3, 2021, in Hill City, 
Kansas. Iona was born November 2, 1935, in Damar, Kansas, to Oliver and 
Mary (Morin) Brin. She grew up surrounded by her 10 siblings and 
attended school in Damar. 
 During her senior year, she met Wilbert Knipp. They soon married May
 31, 1954. This union was blessed with seven children: five girls and 
two boys. 
 After the sudden passing of Wilbert in 1967, Iona met and married Dale Meier in July of 1969. Together they had one daughter.
 Throughout the years, she worked at the Elks Lodge and provided home health care. However, her family was her livelihood.
 Iona thoroughly enjoyed writing poems, coloring, playing cards, 
watching game shows, and tending to her flowers and house plants. She 
was an avid baseball fan whether the games involved her family or any 
team on television. 
 She never turned down an opportunity to spend as much time as she 
could with her children and grandchildren. Every summer Iona would have
 her grandkids spend their vacation with her. They enjoyed those times 
with Grandma, swimming, riding bikes, walking to the dime store, and 
many other activities. Iona so loved taking many trips to see her 
children! 
 Iona was preceded in death by her parents: Oliver and Mary Brin; 
her husbands: Wilbert Knipp and Dale Meier; a grandson, Allen Michael 
Knipp; brothers: Clarence, Levi, Frank and Omer; sisters: Barbara, 
Rita, Patricia and Marida.
 Survivors include her sons: Eddie Knipp, Hill City, and Wayne 
Knipp, Wichita; daughters: Vivian Messer, Santa Rosa, California; Jeanie
 Stakes, Arlington, Texas; Charlotte (Mark) Pfeifer, Hays, Deanna (Mark)
 Zeman, Wakeeney, Laurie Knipp, Hill City, Marcia (Gerald) Pfeifer, 
Hays; sisters: Annette (Richard) Benoit, Damar, Sister Diane Brin, 
Concordia; 20 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
 	On Sunday, January 3, 2021, Iona was reunited eternally with her 
beloved Wilbert. She left behind an abundance of amazing memories of a 
strong beautiful woman that family and friends alike will cherish dearly
 for years to come.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Iona-Katherine-Knipp?obId=19518996#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Iona Katherine Knipp

David John Faulkner, age 70, WaKeeney, died January 1, 2021, at his farm.&nbsp; He was born July 6, 1950, to Leo and Mabel (Harger) Faulkner. &nbsp;

David was a graduate of Hays High School in 1969.&nbsp; He was a member of Christ the King Parish in WaKeeney, the Knights of Columbus and Eagles. David was a lifelong farmer and rancher. The family homestead of over 100 years was his pride and joy.

He never missed mass, local auctions or coffee at McDonalds.&nbsp;

David is survived by siblings Margaret (Alvin) Armbrister of Ellis, Katheryn (Bob) Wilson of Abilene and brother Leo Faulkner of Hays; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Elaine Weigel.&nbsp;

Family and friends alike could always count on his kindness and generosity.&nbsp; He will be greatly missed by all.

A rosary service will be held at 9:30 AM Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Christ the King Parish Center, WaKeeney.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Christ the King Catholic Church, WaKeeney, with Father Rich Daise as celebrant. Burial will be in WaKeeney City Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the David Faulkner Memorial Fund, or to a charitable organization of your choice. Donations to the memorial fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com.

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 </figure>David John Faulkner, age 70, WaKeeney, died January 1, 2021, at his farm.&nbsp; He was born July 6, 1950, to Leo and Mabel (Harger) Faulkner. &nbsp;David was a graduate of Hays High School in 1969.&nbsp; He was a member of Christ the King Parish in WaKeeney, the Knights of Columbus and Eagles. David was a lifelong farmer and rancher. The family homestead of over 100 years was his pride and joy.He never missed mass, local auctions or coffee at McDonalds.&nbsp;David is survived by siblings Margaret (Alvin) Armbrister of Ellis, Katheryn (Bob) Wilson of Abilene and brother Leo Faulkner of Hays; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Elaine Weigel.&nbsp;Family and friends alike could always count on his kindness and generosity.&nbsp; He will be greatly missed by all.A rosary service will be held at 9:30 AM Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Christ the King Parish Center, WaKeeney.A mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Christ the King Catholic Church, WaKeeney, with Father Rich Daise as celebrant. Burial will be in WaKeeney City Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the David Faulkner Memorial Fund, or to a charitable organization of your choice. Donations to the memorial fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com.

David J. Faulkner

Our Dearest Mom, Juanita June (Leeper) Smith, passed away unexpectedly 
Saturday, January 2, 2021, in her sleep at Catholic Care Assisted Living 
in Bel Aire, KS. 

She was born August 23rd, 1934, to Ross Gardner Leeper 
Sr. and Beatrice Elizabeth Schuman. She was proceeded in death by her 
beloved husband Lewis Edward Smith, her rock of 43 years. Juanita was 
baptized into the Medicine Lodge, KS Seventh day Adventist church June 
25th, 1960. She and Lewis helped to establish the Pratt Seventh day 
Adventist Church in which they were active for many years. 

Juanita was a
 cosmetologist running her beauty shop out of her home where she enjoyed
 conversing with clients about the latest news. In addition, she worked 
as a hostess and waitress in restaurants throughout the community 
bringing smiles to the people she served. She loved flowers, roller 
skating, and was especially proud of her involvement in the 1951 Gypsum 
Hill Variety revue in Pratt, KS in which she was runner up in the beauty
 pageant. It was rumored “she was the prettiest girl there.” Juanita 
held her family dear to her heart and her love will always be a part of 
each of us. Surviving are two sons, Ross Merritt of Victoria, KS 
and Mark (Kimberly) Tregellas of Bel Aire, KS; six grandchildren Justin,
 Jennifer, Kelly and Daniel Merritt and Courtney and Megan Tregellas; 
and six great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her 
parents; two sisters, Laura Jane Leeper and Beverly Ann Leeper; and one 
brother, Ross Gardner Leeper Jr. Visitation will be Thursday from 
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, 
Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p,m,, Friday, January 8, 
2021, at First Christian Church, Pratt with Pastor Fred Dacosta 
presiding. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt. Memorials may be made to Juanita Smith Memorial Fund in care of Larrison Mortuary.

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 </figure>Our Dearest Mom, Juanita June (Leeper) Smith, passed away unexpectedly 
Saturday, January 2, 2021, in her sleep at Catholic Care Assisted Living 
in Bel Aire, KS. She was born August 23rd, 1934, to Ross Gardner Leeper 
Sr. and Beatrice Elizabeth Schuman. She was proceeded in death by her 
beloved husband Lewis Edward Smith, her rock of 43 years. Juanita was 
baptized into the Medicine Lodge, KS Seventh day Adventist church June 
25th, 1960. She and Lewis helped to establish the Pratt Seventh day 
Adventist Church in which they were active for many years. Juanita was a
 cosmetologist running her beauty shop out of her home where she enjoyed
 conversing with clients about the latest news. In addition, she worked 
as a hostess and waitress in restaurants throughout the community 
bringing smiles to the people she served. She loved flowers, roller 
skating, and was especially proud of her involvement in the 1951 Gypsum 
Hill Variety revue in Pratt, KS in which she was runner up in the beauty
 pageant. It was rumored “she was the prettiest girl there.” Juanita 
held her family dear to her heart and her love will always be a part of 
each of us. Surviving are two sons, Ross Merritt of Victoria, KS 
and Mark (Kimberly) Tregellas of Bel Aire, KS; six grandchildren Justin,
 Jennifer, Kelly and Daniel Merritt and Courtney and Megan Tregellas; 
and six great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her 
parents; two sisters, Laura Jane Leeper and Beverly Ann Leeper; and one 
brother, Ross Gardner Leeper Jr. Visitation will be Thursday from 
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, 
Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p,m,, Friday, January 8, 
2021, at First Christian Church, Pratt with Pastor Fred Dacosta 
presiding. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt. Memorials may be made to Juanita Smith Memorial Fund in care of Larrison Mortuary.

Juanita June Smith

Merlin Anderson was born July 16, 1931, in Rural Decatur County, Kansas,&nbsp; to Herbert G. and Hilda E. (Holmdahl) Anderson. He passed away January 
5, 2021, at the Swedish Medical Center in Denver, Colorado, at the age of 
89.
 Merlin was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Hilda; 
sister, Ellnette Rydquist, and son in law, Dennis Anderson. He is 
survived by his wife, Bonnie, Oberlin; sister, Marlene Magill, Kansas 
City; children, Gayle (Vince) Carlson, Oberlin, Darla (Clark) Stevens, 
Wichita, and Brent (Nancy) Anderson, Alpharetta, GA; grandchildren: 
Jason, Clay, Kendra, Hannah, Isaac, Isabel, Taryn, Brendan, Sydney, and 
Sarah and great grandchildren: Sean, Cowan, Grant, Sadie, Addy, Brody.
 Merlin attended Decatur Community High School, graduating in 1949. 
He served in the US Army from 1953 to 1955 stationed at the DMZ in South
 Korea. Merlin married Bonnie Taylor on August 25, 1956, at the Dresden 
United Methodist Church. 
 Merlin was a member of and has been attending Christ Community 
Church in Hoxie for over ten years. He also attended and was a member 
of Oberlin Covenant Church and Lund Covenant Church for many years.
 Raising cattle was Merlin’s passion in their farming and ranching 
operation. He was an early adopter and leader in performance testing, 
herd improvement and genetic tracing. Improving their cattle operation 
was a constant focus for Merlin, always striving to increase 
performance, productivity, and profits. Bonnie made sure they looked 
good. Merlin and Bonnie earned several distinctions in the cattle 
industry with probably the top award being the National Beef Improvement
 Federation’s Commercial Producer of the year.
 Merlin was active in the community and served on numerous boards in 
the area including Decatur Coop, Soil Conservation Service, FHA Office 
in Norton, The Bank of Oberlin and Custer Township.
 Sports was Merlin’s biggest hobby, especially baseball. He followed
 in his dad’s footsteps as a loyal St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan. 
Listening to Cardinals baseball over KMOX radio after a long day was a 
treat. Merlin wrestled in high school and later became a fan of any 
young man he knew that wrestled and pulled for all of them. He watched 
through the high school season and developed a practice of writing 
congratulatory and encouraging letters to Oberlin wrestlers each year 
after the season was completed.
 Merlin was a loving husband and father. He loved his wife and put 
his heart into raising their children to love God, to treat people well,
 live with integrity, and work hard at what you do. Above all, Merlin’s
 highest wish was for every person’s salvation so they could spend 
eternity with Jesus in Heaven.
 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
 In your anger do not sin; do not let the sun go down while you are still angry. Ephesians 4:26

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Merlin-W--Anderson?obId=19545758#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Merlin Anderson was born July 16, 1931, in Rural Decatur County, Kansas,&nbsp; to Herbert G. and Hilda E. (Holmdahl) Anderson. He passed away January 
5, 2021, at the Swedish Medical Center in Denver, Colorado, at the age of 
89.
 Merlin was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Hilda; 
sister, Ellnette Rydquist, and son in law, Dennis Anderson. He is 
survived by his wife, Bonnie, Oberlin; sister, Marlene Magill, Kansas 
City; children, Gayle (Vince) Carlson, Oberlin, Darla (Clark) Stevens, 
Wichita, and Brent (Nancy) Anderson, Alpharetta, GA; grandchildren: 
Jason, Clay, Kendra, Hannah, Isaac, Isabel, Taryn, Brendan, Sydney, and 
Sarah and great grandchildren: Sean, Cowan, Grant, Sadie, Addy, Brody.
 Merlin attended Decatur Community High School, graduating in 1949. 
He served in the US Army from 1953 to 1955 stationed at the DMZ in South
 Korea. Merlin married Bonnie Taylor on August 25, 1956, at the Dresden 
United Methodist Church. 
 Merlin was a member of and has been attending Christ Community 
Church in Hoxie for over ten years. He also attended and was a member 
of Oberlin Covenant Church and Lund Covenant Church for many years.
 Raising cattle was Merlin’s passion in their farming and ranching 
operation. He was an early adopter and leader in performance testing, 
herd improvement and genetic tracing. Improving their cattle operation 
was a constant focus for Merlin, always striving to increase 
performance, productivity, and profits. Bonnie made sure they looked 
good. Merlin and Bonnie earned several distinctions in the cattle 
industry with probably the top award being the National Beef Improvement
 Federation’s Commercial Producer of the year.
 Merlin was active in the community and served on numerous boards in 
the area including Decatur Coop, Soil Conservation Service, FHA Office 
in Norton, The Bank of Oberlin and Custer Township.
 Sports was Merlin’s biggest hobby, especially baseball. He followed
 in his dad’s footsteps as a loyal St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan. 
Listening to Cardinals baseball over KMOX radio after a long day was a 
treat. Merlin wrestled in high school and later became a fan of any 
young man he knew that wrestled and pulled for all of them. He watched 
through the high school season and developed a practice of writing 
congratulatory and encouraging letters to Oberlin wrestlers each year 
after the season was completed.
 Merlin was a loving husband and father. He loved his wife and put 
his heart into raising their children to love God, to treat people well,
 live with integrity, and work hard at what you do. Above all, Merlin’s
 highest wish was for every person’s salvation so they could spend 
eternity with Jesus in Heaven.
 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
 In your anger do not sin; do not let the sun go down while you are still angry. Ephesians 4:26Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Merlin-W--Anderson?obId=19545758#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Merlin W. Anderson

Tracey Dawn Staab, 49, Wichita, died Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at her home.

She was born December 16, 1971, in 
Honolulu, Hawaii the daughter of Donald K. and Loy D. (Gray) Huff.&nbsp; She 
was a graduate of Jacksonville High School and was a nanny and 
caregiver.&nbsp; Tracey loved all animals, especially wolves and dogs.&nbsp; She 
loved her children and her family.

Survivors include her step-mother: 
WillaSue Huff of Hays, a sister: Jennifer Johnson of Hill City, two 
sons: James and Hank Williams, niece:&nbsp; Jessica Cowley of San Antonio, 
TX, nephew: Nathan Huff of San Angelo, TX, a great-niece: Serinity 
Cantrell of Hill City, a nephew:&nbsp; Sireese Ruiz of Hill City, and her 
boyfriend: David Knapp of Wichita.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a niece Christin Cantrell.

Funeral Services were at 10:30 am on 
Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. 
Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Humane 
Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and Memories of Tracey may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Tracey Dawn Staab, 49, Wichita, died Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at her home.She was born December 16, 1971, in 
Honolulu, Hawaii the daughter of Donald K. and Loy D. (Gray) Huff.&nbsp; She 
was a graduate of Jacksonville High School and was a nanny and 
caregiver.&nbsp; Tracey loved all animals, especially wolves and dogs.&nbsp; She 
loved her children and her family.Survivors include her step-mother: 
WillaSue Huff of Hays, a sister: Jennifer Johnson of Hill City, two 
sons: James and Hank Williams, niece:&nbsp; Jessica Cowley of San Antonio, 
TX, nephew: Nathan Huff of San Angelo, TX, a great-niece: Serinity 
Cantrell of Hill City, a nephew:&nbsp; Sireese Ruiz of Hill City, and her 
boyfriend: David Knapp of Wichita.She was preceded in death by her parents and a niece Christin Cantrell.Funeral Services were at 10:30 am on 
Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. 
Delbert Stanton officiating.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Humane 
Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and Memories of Tracey may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Tracey Dawn Staab

Frederick Allen Wohlcke, 67, died January 3, 2021, at Stormont Vail 
Hospital, Topeka.&nbsp; He was born October 19, 1953, in Pratt, Kansas, the 
son of Andrew and Mary Ellen (Anderson) Wohlcke.&nbsp; Fred graduated from 
Hoisington High School in 1971 and went on to get his degree in 
engineering from Kansas State University.&nbsp;

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Fred worked for over 30 years as a 
civil engineer at Evans, Bierly, Hutchinson &amp; Associates of Great 
Bend.&nbsp; He enjoyed cooking, spending time with his Boston Terrier, Mindy 
and also playing video games and gambling.&nbsp;

He is survived by; his sister, Vicki Wilton and husband Larry of 
Hoisington and his brother, Tom Wohlcke of Hoisington; two nieces, Laura
 Hall of Berthoud, Colorado, and Tina Marchiani of Colorado Springs, 
Colorado; three nephews, Jeff Wohlcke of Manhattan, Kansas, Jarrod 
Wohlcke of Pueblo, Colorado; and Greg Wohlcke of Westminster, Colorado; 
and numerous great nieces and nephews.

A memorial graveside service will be held at the Hoisington Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Hoisington Veterinary Hospital Stray 
Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, 
KS 67544.

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 </figure>Frederick Allen Wohlcke, 67, died January 3, 2021, at Stormont Vail 
Hospital, Topeka.&nbsp; He was born October 19, 1953, in Pratt, Kansas, the 
son of Andrew and Mary Ellen (Anderson) Wohlcke.&nbsp; Fred graduated from 
Hoisington High School in 1971 and went on to get his degree in 
engineering from Kansas State University.&nbsp;A lifetime Hoisington resident, Fred worked for over 30 years as a 
civil engineer at Evans, Bierly, Hutchinson &amp; Associates of Great 
Bend.&nbsp; He enjoyed cooking, spending time with his Boston Terrier, Mindy 
and also playing video games and gambling.&nbsp;He is survived by; his sister, Vicki Wilton and husband Larry of 
Hoisington and his brother, Tom Wohlcke of Hoisington; two nieces, Laura
 Hall of Berthoud, Colorado, and Tina Marchiani of Colorado Springs, 
Colorado; three nephews, Jeff Wohlcke of Manhattan, Kansas, Jarrod 
Wohlcke of Pueblo, Colorado; and Greg Wohlcke of Westminster, Colorado; 
and numerous great nieces and nephews.A memorial graveside service will be held at the Hoisington Cemetery at a later date.Memorials may be made to the Hoisington Veterinary Hospital Stray 
Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, 
KS 67544.

Frederick Allen Wohlcke

Phillipsburg resident Burnell M. Goll passed away Wednesday, January 6th, 2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center, Phillipsburg, at the age of 91.

He was born June 24, 1929, in Otis, Colorado, the son of Herbert and 
Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Grauerholz) Goll.&nbsp; He served in the United States 
Navy.

Burnell was united in marriage to Evelyn “Bum” Madison on August 18, 1955, in Kensington, Kanas.

Survivors include his wife Evelyn “Bum” of Phillipsburg; a son 
Micheal and wife Brenda of Salina, KS; a daughter MIchela Hiesterman and
 husband Joel of Phillipsburg; his brother Lawrence and wife Kay of Blue
 Hill, NE; 3 grandchildren Chandler Brass and wife Carissa of Stockton, 
KS, Spencer Brass of Los Angeles, CA, and Connor Brass and wife Mary 
Claire of Kansas City, KS; a great granddaughter Brooklyn Elizabeth 
Brass of Stockton; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Lizzie; sisters 
Myrnah Ratliff and Naomi Seibrass; brother’s-in-law, Walter “Fat” 
Bronson, Charles “Chuck” Philbrick, Eldon Ratliff, and Don Seibrass; 
sister-in-law Kathleen “Kassie” &nbsp;Bronson.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later time.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Burnell M. Goll passed away Wednesday, January 6th, 2021, at the Phillips County Retirement Center, Phillipsburg, at the age of 91.He was born June 24, 1929, in Otis, Colorado, the son of Herbert and 
Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Grauerholz) Goll.&nbsp; He served in the United States 
Navy.Burnell was united in marriage to Evelyn “Bum” Madison on August 18, 1955, in Kensington, Kanas.Survivors include his wife Evelyn “Bum” of Phillipsburg; a son 
Micheal and wife Brenda of Salina, KS; a daughter MIchela Hiesterman and
 husband Joel of Phillipsburg; his brother Lawrence and wife Kay of Blue
 Hill, NE; 3 grandchildren Chandler Brass and wife Carissa of Stockton, 
KS, Spencer Brass of Los Angeles, CA, and Connor Brass and wife Mary 
Claire of Kansas City, KS; a great granddaughter Brooklyn Elizabeth 
Brass of Stockton; along with many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Lizzie; sisters 
Myrnah Ratliff and Naomi Seibrass; brother’s-in-law, Walter “Fat” 
Bronson, Charles “Chuck” Philbrick, Eldon Ratliff, and Don Seibrass; 
sister-in-law Kathleen “Kassie” &nbsp;Bronson.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A memorial service will be held at a later time.

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