Donald James Vonfeldt, 89, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Donald was born March 5, 1931, in Russell, Kansas, the son of Peter G. and Teresa (Wittman) Vonfeldt.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School.

Donald met, fell in love, and was united in marriage to Viola Katherine Kuhn on April 11, 1951, in Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children; Bonnie, Gary and Peggy.&nbsp; They made their home on a farm south of Russell.&nbsp; Viola preceded him in death on November 10, 2017.

Donald worked over 37 years before retiring from American Petrofina.&nbsp; He started out as a pumper and retired an Assistant Foreman.&nbsp; Then he started the Donald J. Vonfeldt Oil Company and became a full time farmer and rancher.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing and hunting.&nbsp; His family was the center of his life and he especially enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Donald’s surviving family include his daughters, Bonnie Schwien (John) of Russell, Kansas and Peggy Pitcock (Tom) of Cunningham, Kansas; son, Gary Vonfeldt (Kathy) of Russell, Kansas; sister, Shirley Bellinder of Topeka, Kansas; six grandchildren, Toby Schwien (Samantha), Amber Farris (Gary), Travis Vonfeldt, Aimee Vonfeldt, Annie Weigel (Justin), and Taton Pitcock (Natosha); and ten great grandchildren, Jakob Schwien, Connor Schwien, Caitlyn Pitcock, Trenton Pitcock, Owen Pitcock, Hesston Pitcock, Aiden Pitcock, Adelyn Pitcock, Aubree Weigel and Brailey Weigel.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, wife Viola, brother Roy Vonfeldt, and sister Twila Carter.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, January 15, 2021, at the St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; A private family committal will follow at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday, January 14, 2021, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday evening at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; 

Memorials have been established with the St. Mary’s Catholic Church or the St. Mary’s Handicap Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Donald James Vonfeldt, 89, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Donald was born March 5, 1931, in Russell, Kansas, the son of Peter G. and Teresa (Wittman) Vonfeldt.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School.Donald met, fell in love, and was united in marriage to Viola Katherine Kuhn on April 11, 1951, in Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three children; Bonnie, Gary and Peggy.&nbsp; They made their home on a farm south of Russell.&nbsp; Viola preceded him in death on November 10, 2017.Donald worked over 37 years before retiring from American Petrofina.&nbsp; He started out as a pumper and retired an Assistant Foreman.&nbsp; Then he started the Donald J. Vonfeldt Oil Company and became a full time farmer and rancher.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing and hunting.&nbsp; His family was the center of his life and he especially enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren.Donald’s surviving family include his daughters, Bonnie Schwien (John) of Russell, Kansas and Peggy Pitcock (Tom) of Cunningham, Kansas; son, Gary Vonfeldt (Kathy) of Russell, Kansas; sister, Shirley Bellinder of Topeka, Kansas; six grandchildren, Toby Schwien (Samantha), Amber Farris (Gary), Travis Vonfeldt, Aimee Vonfeldt, Annie Weigel (Justin), and Taton Pitcock (Natosha); and ten great grandchildren, Jakob Schwien, Connor Schwien, Caitlyn Pitcock, Trenton Pitcock, Owen Pitcock, Hesston Pitcock, Aiden Pitcock, Adelyn Pitcock, Aubree Weigel and Brailey Weigel.Don was preceded in death by his parents, wife Viola, brother Roy Vonfeldt, and sister Twila Carter.Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, January 15, 2021, at the St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; A private family committal will follow at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday, January 14, 2021, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday evening at St. Mary, Queen of Angels Catholic Church.&nbsp; Memorials have been established with the St. Mary’s Catholic Church or the St. Mary’s Handicap Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Donald James Vonfeldt

Carla Mae Brooks, 77, Hays died Saturday, January 9, 2021, at HaysMed surrounded by family.

She was born April 10, 1943, in Los 
Angeles, California, to Arnold and Helena (Wollesen) Duus.&nbsp; She attended
 grade school in Denmark, Kansas and graduated from Vesper High School 
in 1961.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays Kansas State College for two years and 
returned decades later, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in 
Elementary Education in 1994 from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Carla 
married Gary B. Brooks on August 25, 1963, in Denmark. &nbsp;After a short 
time living in Oregon, Gary and Carla moved to Healy, Kansas, where they
 operated the family farm and raised their three children.&nbsp; She worked 
for two years as a para for the Healy Schools. &nbsp;In 2002, they moved to 
Hays to be near their daughters’ families.&nbsp; Carla enjoyed music and 
politics, but mostly enjoyed raising her children. Her most treasured 
times were spent with her family, especially when playing games and 
watching her children and grandchildren’s activities, such as school 
musicals, plays, and sporting events.

Survivors include her husband Gary of 
Hays, son: Tim Brooks and wife Rachel of Milford, NH, two daughters: Pam
 Dreiling and husband Keith of Hays and Tammy Wellbrock and husband 
Gerard of Hays, a brother: Melvin Duus of Dallas, TX, six grandchildren:
 Darci Dreiling, Levi Dreiling, Jenna Rankin and husband Kyle, Garrett 
Wellbrock, Serena Brooks, and Chase Brooks, and one great granddaughter:
 Lucy Rankin.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial services will be at 10:00 a.m.
 on Monday, January 18, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, in 
Hays with Rev. Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends 
from 9:00 am until 10:00 on Monday at the church.&nbsp; Inurnment will be 
later this summer in the Healy Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the
 Healy First United Methodist Church or to the Denmark Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Carla may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Carla Mae Brooks, 77, Hays died Saturday, January 9, 2021, at HaysMed surrounded by family.She was born April 10, 1943, in Los 
Angeles, California, to Arnold and Helena (Wollesen) Duus.&nbsp; She attended
 grade school in Denmark, Kansas and graduated from Vesper High School 
in 1961.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays Kansas State College for two years and 
returned decades later, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in 
Elementary Education in 1994 from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Carla 
married Gary B. Brooks on August 25, 1963, in Denmark. &nbsp;After a short 
time living in Oregon, Gary and Carla moved to Healy, Kansas, where they
 operated the family farm and raised their three children.&nbsp; She worked 
for two years as a para for the Healy Schools. &nbsp;In 2002, they moved to 
Hays to be near their daughters’ families.&nbsp; Carla enjoyed music and 
politics, but mostly enjoyed raising her children. Her most treasured 
times were spent with her family, especially when playing games and 
watching her children and grandchildren’s activities, such as school 
musicals, plays, and sporting events.Survivors include her husband Gary of 
Hays, son: Tim Brooks and wife Rachel of Milford, NH, two daughters: Pam
 Dreiling and husband Keith of Hays and Tammy Wellbrock and husband 
Gerard of Hays, a brother: Melvin Duus of Dallas, TX, six grandchildren:
 Darci Dreiling, Levi Dreiling, Jenna Rankin and husband Kyle, Garrett 
Wellbrock, Serena Brooks, and Chase Brooks, and one great granddaughter:
 Lucy Rankin.She was preceded in death by her parents.Memorial services will be at 10:00 a.m.
 on Monday, January 18, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, in 
Hays with Rev. Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends 
from 9:00 am until 10:00 on Monday at the church.&nbsp; Inurnment will be 
later this summer in the Healy Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the
 Healy First United Methodist Church or to the Denmark Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Carla may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Carla Mae Brooks

Deanna Rhea Augustine, 61, Hays, died Monday, January 11, 2021 at HaysMed.

She was born June 4, 1959 in WaKeeney, the daughter of John and Greta (Gorsky) Dice.&nbsp; She graduated from Trego Community High School in 1977.&nbsp; On October 1, 1977 she was united in marriage to Rich Augustine at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis, and they celebrated 43 years of marriage.&nbsp; She worked at Helen’s Cafe, the WaKeeney movie theater, Travenol, was a bus driver for USD 489, and was a front end manager at Dillons.&nbsp; She was hardworking, loved decorating for holidays, baking, cooking and entertaining.&nbsp; She enjoyed dancing, was a Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City Chiefs fan, made all kinds of crafts, and sewed outfits for infants using material from wedding dresses.&nbsp; She had a huge heart for everyone, loved time with her family, especially her grandchildren, always attending their sporting events and activities.

Survivors include her husband Rich of Hays, son: Craig Augustine and wife Bonnie of Hays, daughter: Tera Linenberger and Daniel Head of Olathe, brother: John Dice II and wife Marci of Hastings, NE, three sisters: Dawn Cookus of Chanute, Robin Armbrister and husband Rodney of Ellis, and Joan Townley and husband Brian of WaKeeney, four grandchildren: Emilee Augustine, Madison Augustine, Noah Linenberger, and Lane Linenberger, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents: John and Greta Dice, father and mother-in-law: Leonard and Tillie Augustine, brother-in-law: Gary Cookus, and her nephew: Eric Joseph Augustine.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Friday, January 15, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday at the church and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the HaysMed Foundation or to the Hays ARC Park.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Deanna may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Deanna Rhea Augustine, 61, Hays, died Monday, January 11, 2021 at HaysMed.She was born June 4, 1959 in WaKeeney, the daughter of John and Greta (Gorsky) Dice.&nbsp; She graduated from Trego Community High School in 1977.&nbsp; On October 1, 1977 she was united in marriage to Rich Augustine at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis, and they celebrated 43 years of marriage.&nbsp; She worked at Helen’s Cafe, the WaKeeney movie theater, Travenol, was a bus driver for USD 489, and was a front end manager at Dillons.&nbsp; She was hardworking, loved decorating for holidays, baking, cooking and entertaining.&nbsp; She enjoyed dancing, was a Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City Chiefs fan, made all kinds of crafts, and sewed outfits for infants using material from wedding dresses.&nbsp; She had a huge heart for everyone, loved time with her family, especially her grandchildren, always attending their sporting events and activities.Survivors include her husband Rich of Hays, son: Craig Augustine and wife Bonnie of Hays, daughter: Tera Linenberger and Daniel Head of Olathe, brother: John Dice II and wife Marci of Hastings, NE, three sisters: Dawn Cookus of Chanute, Robin Armbrister and husband Rodney of Ellis, and Joan Townley and husband Brian of WaKeeney, four grandchildren: Emilee Augustine, Madison Augustine, Noah Linenberger, and Lane Linenberger, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents: John and Greta Dice, father and mother-in-law: Leonard and Tillie Augustine, brother-in-law: Gary Cookus, and her nephew: Eric Joseph Augustine.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Friday, January 15, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday at the church and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Thursday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the HaysMed Foundation or to the Hays ARC Park.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Deanna may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

Deanna Rhea Augustine

Ed was born on June 17, 1932 to Albert Hlad Jr. and Mary Vejl Hlad in 
their home at Bunker Hill, Kansas. Edward was their firstborn of four 
children. He is survived by his wife, Millie (Mildred) Louise Hendrich 
Hlad, brother, Ronald (Jane) Hlad of Sylvan Grove, Kansas, sisters, 
Geraldine (John) Meyer of Chino Valley, Arizona, and Alene (Don) 
Thompson of Omaha, Nebraska, children Janet (Jim) Bryan of Ankeny, Iowa,
 Rosalie (Dan) Traver of Wichita, Kansas, Dale (Pam) Hlad of Sylvan 
Grove, Kansas, eleven grandchildren, Melissa (Mitch) Glass of Troy, 
Ohio, Stephanie (Nathan) Ong of Ankeny, Iowa, Amanda (Ryan) McCoy of 
Augusta, Montana, Travis (Kara) Troyer of Wichita, Kansas, Jenny (Adam) 
Simon of Clearwater, Kansas, Anna (Marcus) Geist of Edmond, Oklahoma, 
Amy (Josh) Ranker of Ellsworth, Kansas, Laura (Jason) Dunwoody of 
Guthrie, Oklahoma, Leah (Ryan) Wilson of Hamilton, Texas, Landon (Addy 
Kate) Hlad of Edmond, Oklahoma, Lane Hlad of Stillwater, Oklahoma, and 
21 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 
son, Dean Mark Hlad.
 Ed was a farmer, working first with his father and brother, and 
later with his sons. Ed lived most of his life in the original farmhouse
 he grew up in outside of Sylvan Grove, Kansas. He put his trust in 
Jesus Christ as his savior as a young boy of nine years old. He was 
baptized at First Baptist Church in Wilson and was a member there all 
his life. He graduated from Sylvan Grove High School in 1950 and joined 
the United States Air Force in December of that year. He signed up for 
the USAF in Kansas City with his cousin, and together they went to San 
Antonio, Texas for Basic training. He began serving in Wichita Falls, 
Texas, and in November of 1951 he took a week leave to go back to Kansas
 to marry his High School sweetheart, Millie Hendrich. They began their 
married life living in a 24-foot trailer just off the military base. 
Three months into their marriage Ed was in a motorcycle accident that 
put him into a body cast for eight months. The doctors ask him if he 
wanted to live the rest of his life in a sitting position or a prone 
position. God miraculously healed his body and gave him full mobility. 
Ed was an aircraft engine instructor during his time in the Air Force. 
 Upon returning to Kansas, Ed bought a Luscombe single engine, 
two-seater, airplane. He made his own pasture landing strip and took 
pleasure in flying over the farmhouse with the doors off, shutting off 
the engine so he could shout out to his wife Millie. Many family 
members, visitors, missionaries, and church evangelists were treated to 
an airplane ride on the farm, doors optional.
 As a believer, his faith was evident both at home and in the 
community. He began every morning reading scripture at breakfast with 
his family. This was a special time with the Lord that he continued all 
his life. He loved his church and faithfully served as a youth group 
leader, Sunday school teacher, and as a deacon. He especially enjoyed 
singing and he sang bass with a quartet group at church. One of his 
favorite songs was “Victory in Jesus.”
 Ed also really enjoyed vacations. Every year following harvest he 
would load up the family in their station wagon, hook up their pop-up 
trailer and head west. Over the years, and after the children were gone 
they moved up to an RV. Ed and Millie enjoyed spending many of their 
winters in Tucson, Arizona.
 As Ed’s children got married and had children of their own they 
began the tradition of everyone gathering at the farm during 
Thanksgiving. At times there would be 40-45 meeting together over the 
Thanksgiving weekend. Often Ed was seen with his camera or video camera 
capturing a memory. Over the years he took thousands of slides not to 
mention VHS tapes and eventually pictures and videos in the “cloud.” As a
 family we all often enjoyed a night looking at old pictures.
 Ed had a quick wit, a smile, and an enjoyable laugh that was 
contagious. His love for his wife and family will be missed, but he 
assured us he would meet us soon in Heaven with his Savior. As a pilot, 
on January 11th Ed took his final glorious flight up to heaven.
 Farewell N1313K until we meet again.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the 
First Baptist Church in Wilson starting at 10 AM with burial to follow 
at Wilson City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, from 4 PM until 8
 PM with family greeting friends from 6P to 8 PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church and the First 
Baptist Bible College and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

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 </figure>Ed was born on June 17, 1932 to Albert Hlad Jr. and Mary Vejl Hlad in 
their home at Bunker Hill, Kansas. Edward was their firstborn of four 
children. He is survived by his wife, Millie (Mildred) Louise Hendrich 
Hlad, brother, Ronald (Jane) Hlad of Sylvan Grove, Kansas, sisters, 
Geraldine (John) Meyer of Chino Valley, Arizona, and Alene (Don) 
Thompson of Omaha, Nebraska, children Janet (Jim) Bryan of Ankeny, Iowa,
 Rosalie (Dan) Traver of Wichita, Kansas, Dale (Pam) Hlad of Sylvan 
Grove, Kansas, eleven grandchildren, Melissa (Mitch) Glass of Troy, 
Ohio, Stephanie (Nathan) Ong of Ankeny, Iowa, Amanda (Ryan) McCoy of 
Augusta, Montana, Travis (Kara) Troyer of Wichita, Kansas, Jenny (Adam) 
Simon of Clearwater, Kansas, Anna (Marcus) Geist of Edmond, Oklahoma, 
Amy (Josh) Ranker of Ellsworth, Kansas, Laura (Jason) Dunwoody of 
Guthrie, Oklahoma, Leah (Ryan) Wilson of Hamilton, Texas, Landon (Addy 
Kate) Hlad of Edmond, Oklahoma, Lane Hlad of Stillwater, Oklahoma, and 
21 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 
son, Dean Mark Hlad.
 Ed was a farmer, working first with his father and brother, and 
later with his sons. Ed lived most of his life in the original farmhouse
 he grew up in outside of Sylvan Grove, Kansas. He put his trust in 
Jesus Christ as his savior as a young boy of nine years old. He was 
baptized at First Baptist Church in Wilson and was a member there all 
his life. He graduated from Sylvan Grove High School in 1950 and joined 
the United States Air Force in December of that year. He signed up for 
the USAF in Kansas City with his cousin, and together they went to San 
Antonio, Texas for Basic training. He began serving in Wichita Falls, 
Texas, and in November of 1951 he took a week leave to go back to Kansas
 to marry his High School sweetheart, Millie Hendrich. They began their 
married life living in a 24-foot trailer just off the military base. 
Three months into their marriage Ed was in a motorcycle accident that 
put him into a body cast for eight months. The doctors ask him if he 
wanted to live the rest of his life in a sitting position or a prone 
position. God miraculously healed his body and gave him full mobility. 
Ed was an aircraft engine instructor during his time in the Air Force. 
 Upon returning to Kansas, Ed bought a Luscombe single engine, 
two-seater, airplane. He made his own pasture landing strip and took 
pleasure in flying over the farmhouse with the doors off, shutting off 
the engine so he could shout out to his wife Millie. Many family 
members, visitors, missionaries, and church evangelists were treated to 
an airplane ride on the farm, doors optional.
 As a believer, his faith was evident both at home and in the 
community. He began every morning reading scripture at breakfast with 
his family. This was a special time with the Lord that he continued all 
his life. He loved his church and faithfully served as a youth group 
leader, Sunday school teacher, and as a deacon. He especially enjoyed 
singing and he sang bass with a quartet group at church. One of his 
favorite songs was “Victory in Jesus.”
 Ed also really enjoyed vacations. Every year following harvest he 
would load up the family in their station wagon, hook up their pop-up 
trailer and head west. Over the years, and after the children were gone 
they moved up to an RV. Ed and Millie enjoyed spending many of their 
winters in Tucson, Arizona.
 As Ed’s children got married and had children of their own they 
began the tradition of everyone gathering at the farm during 
Thanksgiving. At times there would be 40-45 meeting together over the 
Thanksgiving weekend. Often Ed was seen with his camera or video camera 
capturing a memory. Over the years he took thousands of slides not to 
mention VHS tapes and eventually pictures and videos in the “cloud.” As a
 family we all often enjoyed a night looking at old pictures.
 Ed had a quick wit, a smile, and an enjoyable laugh that was 
contagious. His love for his wife and family will be missed, but he 
assured us he would meet us soon in Heaven with his Savior. As a pilot, 
on January 11th Ed took his final glorious flight up to heaven.
 Farewell N1313K until we meet again.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the 
First Baptist Church in Wilson starting at 10 AM with burial to follow 
at Wilson City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, from 4 PM until 8
 PM with family greeting friends from 6P to 8 PM.
 Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church and the First 
Baptist Bible College and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

Edward A. Hlad

Almena resident Gordon H. Ingram passed away Dec. 1, 2020, at the Norton County Hospital in Norton at the age of 82.&nbsp; He was born Mar. 11, 1938, in Goodland, KS, the son of John &amp; Lavinna (Brannick) Ingram.

Survivors include his wife Twila of the home; his son, Craig of Long Island; his daughter, Deanna Isabell of Littleton, CO; his brother, Duane; sister Pamela Martin; 4 grandchildren &amp; 6 great grandchildren.

A private graveside service will be held Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. in the Long Island Cemetery, Long Island.&nbsp; The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.

Visitation will be from 12:00 to 9:00 Thurs. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.

Memorials have been established to the Gordon Ingram Memorial Fund.

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

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

Almena resident Gordon H. Ingram passed away Dec. 1, 2020, at the Norton County Hospital in Norton at the age of 82.&nbsp; He was born Mar. 11, 1938, in Goodland, KS, the son of John &amp; Lavinna (Brannick) Ingram.Survivors include his wife Twila of the home; his son, Craig of Long Island; his daughter, Deanna Isabell of Littleton, CO; his brother, Duane; sister Pamela Martin; 4 grandchildren &amp; 6 great grandchildren.A private graveside service will be held Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. in the Long Island Cemetery, Long Island.&nbsp; The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.Visitation will be from 12:00 to 9:00 Thurs. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.Memorials have been established to the Gordon Ingram Memorial Fund.Online condolences: <a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

Gordon H. Ingram

Louise E. (Ohl) Korbe, 94, died Monday, May 4, 2020 at her home in 
Garden City, Kansas. She was born June 19, 1925 in Jamay, Jalisco, 
Mexico the daughter of Juan Nicklas &amp; Soledad (Garcia) Campos. 
 Louise grew up with her family in Wichita County, Kansas. She 
graduated from Wichita County Community High School in 1943. Louise 
then attended and graduated from Salt City Business School in Hutchinson
 in 1945. On June 17, 1950, she married Willis Ohl in Marienthal, 
Kansas. They lived in Segwick County, Kansas until his death in 
September of 1954. Louise moved back to Wichita County in 1955. In 
1963, she lived in Wichita, Kansas where she attended and graduated from
 Wichita School of Cosmetology. She came back to Leoti, Kansas where 
she worked as the owner and operator of Vogue Beauty Shop. On November 
4, 1967, Louise married Francis Korbe in Leoti, Kansas. They moved to 
Garden City in 1968. While living in Garden City, Louise worked for 
several years helping her daughter-in-law make drapes with her business 
“The Window.” Francis died in February 1994. She is also preceded in 
death by her parents; a brother Charles Campos; and a sister Magdalena 
Cordova. Louise’s other sister Ignacia “Inez” Blau of Leoti also 
recently died. 
 Louise was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City 
where she was very active in the church choir and helping with funeral 
dinners. She was also a member of the Altar Society; a lifetime member 
of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary; the Finney County Senior Center Humdinger 
Band; and she also worked with the Diocese of Dodge City Deanery. 
Louise enjoyed music, traveling, sewing, crocheting, handy work, and 
cooking. 
 Survivors include a son Steve &amp; wife Lyn Ohl of Garden City; a 
daughter Melissa Leiker of Garden City; a brother Rafael “Ray” Campos of
 Grand Junction, Colorado; five grandchildren Ronald “Butch” &amp; wife 
Tracy Leiker, Timothy &amp; wife Lindsey Leiker, Laci &amp; husband Joe 
Salazar, Winsom &amp; husband Colin Lamb, and Willis &amp; wife 
Stephanie Ohl; and nine great-grandchidlren Hannah Leiker, Kaden Leiker,
 Acacia Leiker, Trinity Leiker, Emry Salazar, Kyler Lamb, Isaac Lamb, 
Rylan Ohl, &amp; Bryson Ohl. 
 A Memorial Mass for Louise will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 
January 16, 2021 at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev.
 Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. There will be no calling hours. The 
family suggests memorials given to St. Dominic Music Ministry in care of
 Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Louise E. (Ohl) Korbe, 94, died Monday, May 4, 2020 at her home in 
Garden City, Kansas. She was born June 19, 1925 in Jamay, Jalisco, 
Mexico the daughter of Juan Nicklas &amp; Soledad (Garcia) Campos. 
 Louise grew up with her family in Wichita County, Kansas. She 
graduated from Wichita County Community High School in 1943. Louise 
then attended and graduated from Salt City Business School in Hutchinson
 in 1945. On June 17, 1950, she married Willis Ohl in Marienthal, 
Kansas. They lived in Segwick County, Kansas until his death in 
September of 1954. Louise moved back to Wichita County in 1955. In 
1963, she lived in Wichita, Kansas where she attended and graduated from
 Wichita School of Cosmetology. She came back to Leoti, Kansas where 
she worked as the owner and operator of Vogue Beauty Shop. On November 
4, 1967, Louise married Francis Korbe in Leoti, Kansas. They moved to 
Garden City in 1968. While living in Garden City, Louise worked for 
several years helping her daughter-in-law make drapes with her business 
“The Window.” Francis died in February 1994. She is also preceded in 
death by her parents; a brother Charles Campos; and a sister Magdalena 
Cordova. Louise’s other sister Ignacia “Inez” Blau of Leoti also 
recently died. 
 Louise was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City 
where she was very active in the church choir and helping with funeral 
dinners. She was also a member of the Altar Society; a lifetime member 
of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary; the Finney County Senior Center Humdinger 
Band; and she also worked with the Diocese of Dodge City Deanery. 
Louise enjoyed music, traveling, sewing, crocheting, handy work, and 
cooking. 
 Survivors include a son Steve &amp; wife Lyn Ohl of Garden City; a 
daughter Melissa Leiker of Garden City; a brother Rafael “Ray” Campos of
 Grand Junction, Colorado; five grandchildren Ronald “Butch” &amp; wife 
Tracy Leiker, Timothy &amp; wife Lindsey Leiker, Laci &amp; husband Joe 
Salazar, Winsom &amp; husband Colin Lamb, and Willis &amp; wife 
Stephanie Ohl; and nine great-grandchidlren Hannah Leiker, Kaden Leiker,
 Acacia Leiker, Trinity Leiker, Emry Salazar, Kyler Lamb, Isaac Lamb, 
Rylan Ohl, &amp; Bryson Ohl. 
 A Memorial Mass for Louise will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 
January 16, 2021 at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City with Rev.
 Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. There will be no calling hours. The 
family suggests memorials given to St. Dominic Music Ministry in care of
 Garnand Funeral Home of Garden City.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Louise E. (Ohl) Korbe

Loren Joseph Kutina, D.D.S., 85 died January 10th, 2021 at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, KS.&nbsp; He was born July 14th, 1935 in Great 
Bend, KS, to George F. and Florence (Weber) Kutina.&nbsp; Loren married 
Arlene J. (Johanning) June 1st, 1957 in Ellinwood, KS.&nbsp; She survives.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Dr. Kutina graduated from Great 
Bend High School in 1953, Fort Hays State University in 1957 and 
received his Doctorates of Dental Surgery degree from University of 
Missouri, Kansas City in 1961.&nbsp; His career started with his father, 
George F. Kutina D.D.S., proud to continue on his father’s legacy that 
has now spanned over four generations.&nbsp; After providing dental care for 
40 years, he retired form dentistry in 2002.

Loren was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, American Dental 
Association and Kansas Dental Association.&nbsp; He enjoyed several hobbies 
but had a true passion for hunting, fly fishing and photography.

Survivors include his wife Arlene J. Kutina of the home, three 
children, daughter Julie Cothran and husband Mark of Greenville, SC, son
 Larry Kutina, D.D.S and wife Anne of Great Bend; daughter Jan Ensley 
and husband Greg of Great Bend; grandchildren William Cothran and wife 
Amanda; Andrew Kutina, D.D.S. and fiancé Kara Katzenberg; Eric Cothran, 
Kade Ensley, Elizabeth Kutina, Erin Ensley and fiance’ Brent Chisholm, 
and one great granddaughter Ziggy Mae Cothran.

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son, John Joseph and 
three sisters, Carol Haselhorst, Mary Brazda and infant sister Christina
 Rose.

Cremation has taken place and a private family mass of Christian Burial will be held at a later date.

Friends may sign the register book at Bryant Funeral Home from 9:00 
a.m. to 5:00 pm Wednesday through Friday.&nbsp; Services can be viewed online
 at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>.&nbsp; Memorials have been designated to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Loren Joseph Kutina, D.D.S., 85 died January 10th, 2021 at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, KS.&nbsp; He was born July 14th, 1935 in Great 
Bend, KS, to George F. and Florence (Weber) Kutina.&nbsp; Loren married 
Arlene J. (Johanning) June 1st, 1957 in Ellinwood, KS.&nbsp; She survives.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Dr. Kutina graduated from Great 
Bend High School in 1953, Fort Hays State University in 1957 and 
received his Doctorates of Dental Surgery degree from University of 
Missouri, Kansas City in 1961.&nbsp; His career started with his father, 
George F. Kutina D.D.S., proud to continue on his father’s legacy that 
has now spanned over four generations.&nbsp; After providing dental care for 
40 years, he retired form dentistry in 2002.Loren was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, American Dental 
Association and Kansas Dental Association.&nbsp; He enjoyed several hobbies 
but had a true passion for hunting, fly fishing and photography.Survivors include his wife Arlene J. Kutina of the home, three 
children, daughter Julie Cothran and husband Mark of Greenville, SC, son
 Larry Kutina, D.D.S and wife Anne of Great Bend; daughter Jan Ensley 
and husband Greg of Great Bend; grandchildren William Cothran and wife 
Amanda; Andrew Kutina, D.D.S. and fiancé Kara Katzenberg; Eric Cothran, 
Kade Ensley, Elizabeth Kutina, Erin Ensley and fiance’ Brent Chisholm, 
and one great granddaughter Ziggy Mae Cothran.He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son, John Joseph and 
three sisters, Carol Haselhorst, Mary Brazda and infant sister Christina
 Rose.Cremation has taken place and a private family mass of Christian Burial will be held at a later date.Friends may sign the register book at Bryant Funeral Home from 9:00 
a.m. to 5:00 pm Wednesday through Friday.&nbsp; Services can be viewed online
 at <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>.&nbsp; Memorials have been designated to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Loren Joseph Kutina

Neva Lucille Fehrenbach, 90, passed away on January 8, 2021 at her 
home in Assaria, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on November 14, 1930 in 
McCracken, Kansas the daughter of Daniel and Anna (McGaughey) Casey, Jr.

Neva grew up on a farm southwest of McCracken. She was united in 
marriage to Philip Fehrenbach on August 23, 1955, in McCracken. Neva and
 Philip raised their four children on a farm south of Ness City. She 
worked for the Ness County Hospital for 25 years. She was a member of 
Sacred Heart Church and Altar Society in Ness City. She enjoyed working 
in her garden and dancing. After she retired, she moved to Assaria.

Neva is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Philip, brothers, 
Lawrence, Edmund, and Francis; sisters, Anna, Ruth, Lois, and Bernice; 
and a daughter-in-law, Penny (Boese) Fehrenbach.

She is survived by her sister, Rita Fitzpatrick; a daughter, Diane 
(Ray) Hodson of Lawson, MO; 3 sons, James (Evelyn) of Salina, Richard of
 Assaria, John of Wilson; 6 grandchildren, Amber, Julie, Laurie, Doug, 
Susan, and Abi; 2 great-grandchildren, Ryker, and Olivia; and many 
nieces and nephews.

The Rosary will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 
13, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. A private family funeral service will be on 
Thursday, January 14, 2021, 10:00 A.M, at Sacred Heart Church, Ness 
City. The public is invited for the burial service in the Sacred Heart 
Cemetery, Ness City at 11:00 A.M. Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral
 Home, Ness City, Kansas, 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 13, 
2021. Due to Covid-19 mask and social distancing are required.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Cemetery or Sacred Heart Church.

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 </figure>Neva Lucille Fehrenbach, 90, passed away on January 8, 2021 at her 
home in Assaria, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on November 14, 1930 in 
McCracken, Kansas the daughter of Daniel and Anna (McGaughey) Casey, Jr.Neva grew up on a farm southwest of McCracken. She was united in 
marriage to Philip Fehrenbach on August 23, 1955, in McCracken. Neva and
 Philip raised their four children on a farm south of Ness City. She 
worked for the Ness County Hospital for 25 years. She was a member of 
Sacred Heart Church and Altar Society in Ness City. She enjoyed working 
in her garden and dancing. After she retired, she moved to Assaria.Neva is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Philip, brothers, 
Lawrence, Edmund, and Francis; sisters, Anna, Ruth, Lois, and Bernice; 
and a daughter-in-law, Penny (Boese) Fehrenbach.She is survived by her sister, Rita Fitzpatrick; a daughter, Diane 
(Ray) Hodson of Lawson, MO; 3 sons, James (Evelyn) of Salina, Richard of
 Assaria, John of Wilson; 6 grandchildren, Amber, Julie, Laurie, Doug, 
Susan, and Abi; 2 great-grandchildren, Ryker, and Olivia; and many 
nieces and nephews.The Rosary will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 
13, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. A private family funeral service will be on 
Thursday, January 14, 2021, 10:00 A.M, at Sacred Heart Church, Ness 
City. The public is invited for the burial service in the Sacred Heart 
Cemetery, Ness City at 11:00 A.M. Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral
 Home, Ness City, Kansas, 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 13, 
2021. Due to Covid-19 mask and social distancing are required.Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Cemetery or Sacred Heart Church.

Neva Lucille Fehrenbach

August 19, 1929
 -
 January 10, 2021

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Philip-B-Heier?obId=19579980#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>August 19, 1929
 -
 January 10, 2021 An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Philip-B-Heier?obId=19579980#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Phillip Heier

Marvella A. Becker, 87, passed away January 11, 2021, at Clara Barton
 Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born October 25, 1933, in Great Bend, to
 Alfred and Lena Mary (Trauer) Krueger.&nbsp; Marvella married Elmer Becker 
April 5, 1966, in Las Vegas.&nbsp; He died March 9, 2016.&nbsp; Marvella, along 
with her husband Elmer, owned and operated Al’s Drive In for many years.

Surviving is one daughter; Rhonda Shelton of Great Bend; five sons, 
Kevin Beakey and wife Debby of McPherson, Kenny Beakey of Great Bend, 
Ron Becker and wife Gina of Branson, Mo., Todd Becker of Great Bend and 
Shane Becker and wife Julie of Great Bend; two step sons, Steve Becker 
and Greg Becker; grandchildren, Cheri Wagner, Regan Parr, Michael Caine 
Shelton, Kendra Beakey, Jason Brabander, Jill Jackson, Kelsey Beakey, 
Cheyenne Beakey, Kennedy Beakey, Camryn Beakey, Cody Allen, Gage Becker,
 Tessa Van Conett, Lydia Murphy, Rieley Fuentes, Austin Becker, Hailey 
Tammen, Riley Tammen, Kenzlie Becker, Khloe Becker, Landon Becker and 
Hunter Becker; and many great grandchildren, including, Tylar Wagner, 
Paige Wagner, Maycee Parr, Kanyen Parr, Erika Parr, Gaige Gunderson, 
Zoey King and Kason King. She was preceded in death by son, Jim "Bimbo" 
Beakey; brother, Jerry Krueger; sister, Joyce Krueger; and a son-in-law,
 Mike Shelton.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home with Rev. Dick Ogle. Interment will follow at Hillcrest 
Memorial Park, Great Bend.&nbsp; Visitation will be 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., 
Tuesday, January 12, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving 
friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Marvella 
Becker Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Marvella A. Becker, 87, passed away January 11, 2021, at Clara Barton
 Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born October 25, 1933, in Great Bend, to
 Alfred and Lena Mary (Trauer) Krueger.&nbsp; Marvella married Elmer Becker 
April 5, 1966, in Las Vegas.&nbsp; He died March 9, 2016.&nbsp; Marvella, along 
with her husband Elmer, owned and operated Al’s Drive In for many years.Surviving is one daughter; Rhonda Shelton of Great Bend; five sons, 
Kevin Beakey and wife Debby of McPherson, Kenny Beakey of Great Bend, 
Ron Becker and wife Gina of Branson, Mo., Todd Becker of Great Bend and 
Shane Becker and wife Julie of Great Bend; two step sons, Steve Becker 
and Greg Becker; grandchildren, Cheri Wagner, Regan Parr, Michael Caine 
Shelton, Kendra Beakey, Jason Brabander, Jill Jackson, Kelsey Beakey, 
Cheyenne Beakey, Kennedy Beakey, Camryn Beakey, Cody Allen, Gage Becker,
 Tessa Van Conett, Lydia Murphy, Rieley Fuentes, Austin Becker, Hailey 
Tammen, Riley Tammen, Kenzlie Becker, Khloe Becker, Landon Becker and 
Hunter Becker; and many great grandchildren, including, Tylar Wagner, 
Paige Wagner, Maycee Parr, Kanyen Parr, Erika Parr, Gaige Gunderson, 
Zoey King and Kason King. She was preceded in death by son, Jim "Bimbo" 
Beakey; brother, Jerry Krueger; sister, Joyce Krueger; and a son-in-law,
 Mike Shelton.Services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Bryant 
Funeral Home with Rev. Dick Ogle. Interment will follow at Hillcrest 
Memorial Park, Great Bend.&nbsp; Visitation will be 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., 
Tuesday, January 12, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving 
friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Marvella 
Becker Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Marvella A. Becker

Michael McQuade, 74, died on January 7th, 2021 at the Comfort Care Home of Newton, KS.  He was born July 15th, 1946 at Mt Carmel hospital, Pittsburg, KS, the son of Peter John and Mary Eileen (Lavery) McQuade.

Michael was a 1964 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 1969 graduate of Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, KS with a Bachelor’s degree in history.

Michael then joined the United States Navy in 1969, serving for 6 years, 1 month, 13 days and 12 ½ hours, as he would say, BUT WHO’S COUNTING?  He served on the USS Barb (SSN-596) a nuclear submarine. After leaving the Navy in 1975, Michael went to work for Commonwealth Edison in the Chicago area in a nuclear power plant. After retiring at the age of 52, in 1998 as Vice President of Human Resources from Commonwealth Edison he returned to be a caregiver for his parents in Ellinwood, KS where he worked for a few years as a substitute teacher. He then served as Board President for USD 355 Ellinwood, which took him to National School Board conventions in several cities. He also served on the Ellinwood Community Library Foundation. Michael enjoyed traveling and spending time with family. Michael was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ellinwood, and a member of the former Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5659.

Michael was predeceased by his parents, Peter John and Mary Eileen (Lavery) McQuade, a sister Mary Anne McQuade, a brother Kevin McQuade, and a sister-in-law Cathy McQuade, his grandparents, Peter Harrison and Mary Rose (Grannan) McQuade and Joseph Charles and Anne Virginia (Kelly) Lavery, as well as 1 nephew, 2 great nephews, and 1 great-great nephew.

Survivors include twin sister Patricia (Loy) Englehardt of Winslow AZ, and sisters Kathleen Mass of Omaha NE, Elaine Kallaus of Newton, KS, Maureen Schwartz of Kansas City and brothers Tim McQuade (Cindy) of Hoisington, Owen (Edith) McQuade of Russell, Dennis (Sue Beckham) of St. Charles MO and Mark (Ruthann) of Madill OK, as well as 21 nieces and nephews, 24 great nieces and nephews, a great, great niece and a host of other relatives and good friends. 

An inurnment will be held at Lakin Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood, on January 15, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Celebration will be held at a later date. 

Memorials are suggested to:  St. Joseph School Endowment Fund, Ellinwood Public School Library Foundation, or Comfort Care hospice in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

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 </figure>Michael McQuade, 74, died on January 7th, 2021 at the Comfort Care Home of Newton, KS. He was born July 15th, 1946 at Mt Carmel hospital, Pittsburg, KS, the son of Peter John and Mary Eileen (Lavery) McQuade.Michael was a 1964 graduate of Ellinwood High School and a 1969 graduate of Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, KS with a Bachelor’s degree in history.Michael then joined the United States Navy in 1969, serving for 6 years, 1 month, 13 days and 12 ½ hours, as he would say, BUT WHO’S COUNTING? He served on the USS Barb (SSN-596) a nuclear submarine. After leaving the Navy in 1975, Michael went to work for Commonwealth Edison in the Chicago area in a nuclear power plant. After retiring at the age of 52, in 1998 as Vice President of Human Resources from Commonwealth Edison he returned to be a caregiver for his parents in Ellinwood, KS where he worked for a few years as a substitute teacher. He then served as Board President for USD 355 Ellinwood, which took him to National School Board conventions in several cities. He also served on the Ellinwood Community Library Foundation. Michael enjoyed traveling and spending time with family. Michael was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ellinwood, and a member of the former Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5659.Michael was predeceased by his parents, Peter John and Mary Eileen (Lavery) McQuade, a sister Mary Anne McQuade, a brother Kevin McQuade, and a sister-in-law Cathy McQuade, his grandparents, Peter Harrison and Mary Rose (Grannan) McQuade and Joseph Charles and Anne Virginia (Kelly) Lavery, as well as 1 nephew, 2 great nephews, and 1 great-great nephew.Survivors include twin sister Patricia (Loy) Englehardt of Winslow AZ, and sisters Kathleen Mass of Omaha NE, Elaine Kallaus of Newton, KS, Maureen Schwartz of Kansas City and brothers Tim McQuade (Cindy) of Hoisington, Owen (Edith) McQuade of Russell, Dennis (Sue Beckham) of St. Charles MO and Mark (Ruthann) of Madill OK, as well as 21 nieces and nephews, 24 great nieces and nephews, a great, great niece and a host of other relatives and good friends. An inurnment will be held at Lakin Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood, on January 15, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Celebration will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to: St. Joseph School Endowment Fund, Ellinwood Public School Library Foundation, or Comfort Care hospice in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

Michael McQuade

Joseph (Joe) Anthony Mentlick, 77, of Colby, died Friday, January 8, 
2021, at Presbyterian/ St. Luke’s Medical Center, Denver, CO. He was 
born September 21, 1943, in Colby, KS to Joseph and Bonnie (Haremza) 
Mentlick. 
Joe graduated from Atwood Community High School in 1961, and married 
Jane Havel on June 20, 1961, in Atwood. Joe studied for one year at 
McCook Community College before returning to the family farm to begin 
his career as a farmer. After that, Joe and Jane moved to Colby and he 
continued to be involved with the farming community by delivering 
products such as fuel and fertilizer. 
In his spare time, Joe enjoyed hunting and working on projects in his 
garage. He was passionate in his support of Northwest Kansas Special 
Olympics and, with Jane, was named the Volunteer of the Year in 2011. 
Joe and Jane were instrumental in establishing the Northwest Kansas 
Truck Convoy for the Special Olympics in 2007 in Colby and continued to 
be active in this annual event.Joe was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic
 Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Sons of the American Legion. 
Joe was a true patriot; he believed in the Constitution and loved the 
American Flag. Above all, Joe loved his family and spending time with 
his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; he often said if he
 “knew grandkids were so much fun he would have had them first.” 
He was preceded in death by his parents and in-laws, Joe and Gertrude Havel. 
He is survived by his wife Jane; children, Debbie (Wayne) Luckert, 
Denise Mentlick, Tony (Stacey) Mentlick, Cindi (David) Stitt, and Greg 
Mentlick; 9 grandchildren, Sara (Brad) Owen, Ryan (Jaymie) Luckert, 
Aaron Luckert, Megan (Tim) Zerr, Julie (Brad) Kabel, Brian Mentlick, 
Brandon (Jeannine fiancé) Domsch, Crystin (Bryan) Domsch-Lewis, and 
Ashton (Dusty) Baker and 16 great-grandchildren, Gavin, Ayden, Rylee, 
Tess and Emery Owen, Lawson, Landry and Ledger Luckert, Claudia and 
Clara Zerr, Bladin Domsch, Aria, Emma, Maverick and Ember Domsch-Lewis 
and Deke Baker. 
Visitation is 1-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 
2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby, and will be live streamed 
on the Sacred Heart Facebook page. The family requests face masks be 
worn and social distancing observed at the services. Burial will take 
place in the church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the NWKS 
Special Olympics and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
391, Colby, KS 67701. 
A Celebration of life convoy will be held at a later date. The family 
wants everyone to stay safe and healthy through this difficult time.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Joseph (Joe) Anthony Mentlick, 77, of Colby, died Friday, January 8, 
2021, at Presbyterian/ St. Luke’s Medical Center, Denver, CO. He was 
born September 21, 1943, in Colby, KS to Joseph and Bonnie (Haremza) 
Mentlick. 
Joe graduated from Atwood Community High School in 1961, and married 
Jane Havel on June 20, 1961, in Atwood. Joe studied for one year at 
McCook Community College before returning to the family farm to begin 
his career as a farmer. After that, Joe and Jane moved to Colby and he 
continued to be involved with the farming community by delivering 
products such as fuel and fertilizer. 
In his spare time, Joe enjoyed hunting and working on projects in his 
garage. He was passionate in his support of Northwest Kansas Special 
Olympics and, with Jane, was named the Volunteer of the Year in 2011. 
Joe and Jane were instrumental in establishing the Northwest Kansas 
Truck Convoy for the Special Olympics in 2007 in Colby and continued to 
be active in this annual event.Joe was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic
 Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Sons of the American Legion. 
Joe was a true patriot; he believed in the Constitution and loved the 
American Flag. Above all, Joe loved his family and spending time with 
his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; he often said if he
 “knew grandkids were so much fun he would have had them first.” 
He was preceded in death by his parents and in-laws, Joe and Gertrude Havel. 
He is survived by his wife Jane; children, Debbie (Wayne) Luckert, 
Denise Mentlick, Tony (Stacey) Mentlick, Cindi (David) Stitt, and Greg 
Mentlick; 9 grandchildren, Sara (Brad) Owen, Ryan (Jaymie) Luckert, 
Aaron Luckert, Megan (Tim) Zerr, Julie (Brad) Kabel, Brian Mentlick, 
Brandon (Jeannine fiancé) Domsch, Crystin (Bryan) Domsch-Lewis, and 
Ashton (Dusty) Baker and 16 great-grandchildren, Gavin, Ayden, Rylee, 
Tess and Emery Owen, Lawson, Landry and Ledger Luckert, Claudia and 
Clara Zerr, Bladin Domsch, Aria, Emma, Maverick and Ember Domsch-Lewis 
and Deke Baker. 
Visitation is 1-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 
2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Colby, and will be live streamed 
on the Sacred Heart Facebook page. The family requests face masks be 
worn and social distancing observed at the services. Burial will take 
place in the church cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the NWKS 
Special Olympics and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
391, Colby, KS 67701. 
A Celebration of life convoy will be held at a later date. The family 
wants everyone to stay safe and healthy through this difficult time.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Joseph Anthony Mentlick

Debra Lynn Crouse, 51, passed away January 10, 2021, at Diversicare of Larned.&nbsp;

She was born June 19, 1969, in Franklin, Nebraska, the daughter of 
Clifford Dean and Helen Treddenbarger Crouse.&nbsp; A resident of Larned for 
the last 2 years, moving from Nebraska.

She was of the Christian faith, loved doing puzzle books, playing 
bingo, playing cards, dominos, enjoyed playing games and socializing.

Survivors include; three brothers, Doug Crouse, Larned, David Crouse,
 Iowa, Roger Crouse, Holstein, Nebraska, and a sister, Peggy (Warren) 
Alnor, Rozel.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

Memorials may be given too the Debra Crouse Memorial fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Debra Lynn Crouse, 51, passed away January 10, 2021, at Diversicare of Larned.&nbsp;She was born June 19, 1969, in Franklin, Nebraska, the daughter of 
Clifford Dean and Helen Treddenbarger Crouse.&nbsp; A resident of Larned for 
the last 2 years, moving from Nebraska.She was of the Christian faith, loved doing puzzle books, playing 
bingo, playing cards, dominos, enjoyed playing games and socializing.Survivors include; three brothers, Doug Crouse, Larned, David Crouse,
 Iowa, Roger Crouse, Holstein, Nebraska, and a sister, Peggy (Warren) 
Alnor, Rozel.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.Memorials may be given too the Debra Crouse Memorial fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Debra Lynn Crouse

Jack Imel passed away at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, 
Kansas, on Monday, January 4, 2021, at the age of 81. He was born in 
Wichita, Kansas, on June 26, 1939, to William Sr. and Velma (Goble) Imel. 


He grew up in Hill City and graduated from Hill City High School with 
the class of 1957. Jack then attended Fort Hays State University where 
he studied languages before enlisting into the United States Marines 
where he served our country faithfully for 2 years as an infantry radio 
operator. After Jack was honorably discharged, he moved back to Hill 
City and operated a vending machine business with his father. He then 
met and was united in marriage to Carleta (Strutt) Imel on January 9, 
1965. They were blessed with two sons: Douglas and Grady.
 Following the birth of Doug, he and Carleta bought out a vending 
machine business in Goodland, when they sold the business they moved to 
Salina and he took a job working for the Westinghouse Factory. In 1970 
he joined his brother Bill and worked for the FAA at the Kansas City Air
 Route Traffic Control Center in Olathe, Kansas as an Air Traffic 
Controller for almost 30 years. He then was contracted out by FAA to 
teach in Oklahoma City for 15 years before retiring. He enjoyed working 
with his HAM radio (N0CBH), woodworking and writing as well as reading 
about science, philosophy, planes and ships. He also loved spending time
 with his wife Carleta doing puzzles and crosswords. He was always ready
 for a game of cribbage.
 He is survived by his sons, Douglas Imel of Alton, KS, and Grady 
Imel and wife Alice of Woodston, KS; brother, William Imel and wife 
Norma of Paola, KS; and one grandson, Matthew Imel.
 Jack is preceded in death by his parents, William and Velma Imel; and wife, Carleta Imel.
 Due to COVID-19, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Jack Imel passed away at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, 
Kansas, on Monday, January 4, 2021, at the age of 81. He was born in 
Wichita, Kansas, on June 26, 1939, to William Sr. and Velma (Goble) Imel. 
He grew up in Hill City and graduated from Hill City High School with 
the class of 1957. Jack then attended Fort Hays State University where 
he studied languages before enlisting into the United States Marines 
where he served our country faithfully for 2 years as an infantry radio 
operator. After Jack was honorably discharged, he moved back to Hill 
City and operated a vending machine business with his father. He then 
met and was united in marriage to Carleta (Strutt) Imel on January 9, 
1965. They were blessed with two sons: Douglas and Grady.
 Following the birth of Doug, he and Carleta bought out a vending 
machine business in Goodland, when they sold the business they moved to 
Salina and he took a job working for the Westinghouse Factory. In 1970 
he joined his brother Bill and worked for the FAA at the Kansas City Air
 Route Traffic Control Center in Olathe, Kansas as an Air Traffic 
Controller for almost 30 years. He then was contracted out by FAA to 
teach in Oklahoma City for 15 years before retiring. He enjoyed working 
with his HAM radio (N0CBH), woodworking and writing as well as reading 
about science, philosophy, planes and ships. He also loved spending time
 with his wife Carleta doing puzzles and crosswords. He was always ready
 for a game of cribbage.
 He is survived by his sons, Douglas Imel of Alton, KS, and Grady 
Imel and wife Alice of Woodston, KS; brother, William Imel and wife 
Norma of Paola, KS; and one grandson, Matthew Imel.
 Jack is preceded in death by his parents, William and Velma Imel; and wife, Carleta Imel.
 Due to COVID-19, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Jack Imel

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Clarence Leroy Howard Jr., 70, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 31, 2020, at the Goodland Regional Medical Center in Goodland.

Clarence was born on September 6, 1950, in Goodland, KS to Clarence Leroy and Anita Louise (Eaks) Howard, Sr.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; He attended school in Goodland and graduated from Goodland High School.

Clarence worked as a carpenter throughout his life.&nbsp; He worked for Leo Construction for many years until he sustained an injury which prevented him to continue working.&nbsp; Clarence enjoyed building motorcycles.

Preceding him in death were his parents and one son Clay Howard.

He is survived by his three children; Brandon Howard of Castle Rock, CO, Dustin Kelly of Arizona and a daughter Cheri Howard.&nbsp; He is also survived by a brother Eldon Howard of Arizona, a sister Ruby Howard, and a grandson Jack Howard of Castle Rock, CO.

There will be no public services held at this time.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Clarence Leroy Howard Jr., 70, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 31, 2020, at the Goodland Regional Medical Center in Goodland.Clarence was born on September 6, 1950, in Goodland, KS to Clarence Leroy and Anita Louise (Eaks) Howard, Sr.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; He attended school in Goodland and graduated from Goodland High School.Clarence worked as a carpenter throughout his life.&nbsp; He worked for Leo Construction for many years until he sustained an injury which prevented him to continue working.&nbsp; Clarence enjoyed building motorcycles.Preceding him in death were his parents and one son Clay Howard.He is survived by his three children; Brandon Howard of Castle Rock, CO, Dustin Kelly of Arizona and a daughter Cheri Howard.&nbsp; He is also survived by a brother Eldon Howard of Arizona, a sister Ruby Howard, and a grandson Jack Howard of Castle Rock, CO.There will be no public services held at this time.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Arrangements have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Clarence Howard

William Lee (Bill) Powers, 74, of Weskan, KS, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at Citizen’s Medical Center in Colby, KS.

Bill was born on June 28, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, and was adopted by William Fred and Margaret Ernestine Powers.&nbsp; He was one of two children.&nbsp; Bill served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

Bill worked as a farm hand for Theron and Carolyn Culwell for the last 32 years.&nbsp; He enjoyed farming, hunting, and the outdoors in general.&nbsp;

Preceding him in death were his parents and sister.

He is survived by his two children; Heidi Powers and CJ (Ashlyn) Antholz of Manhattan, KS, his longtime friend Anita Michael and a host of friends.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 1:30 PM MT at the Goodland Cemetery with Jacob Reis officiating.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the William Lee Powers Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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

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 </figure>William Lee (Bill) Powers, 74, of Weskan, KS, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at Citizen’s Medical Center in Colby, KS.Bill was born on June 28, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, and was adopted by William Fred and Margaret Ernestine Powers.&nbsp; He was one of two children.&nbsp; Bill served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.Bill worked as a farm hand for Theron and Carolyn Culwell for the last 32 years.&nbsp; He enjoyed farming, hunting, and the outdoors in general.&nbsp;Preceding him in death were his parents and sister.He is survived by his two children; Heidi Powers and CJ (Ashlyn) Antholz of Manhattan, KS, his longtime friend Anita Michael and a host of friends.Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 1:30 PM MT at the Goodland Cemetery with Jacob Reis officiating.Memorial contributions may be designated to the William Lee Powers Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

William 'Bill' Lee Powers

Mary Jane Rohr, 92, Hays, died Saturday, January 2, 2021, at HaysMed.

She was born May 2, 1928, in Hays, the daughter of Ambrose and Katie (Meis) Staab.&nbsp; On December 29, 1947, she married Alfred J. Rohr in Hays.&nbsp; He died on March 17, 2009.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the St. Joseph Altar Society and Christian Mothers.&nbsp; She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in Hays and Kansas City, was a household executive, and was a bookkeeper for the family-owned business, Rohr’s Jewelry Store from 1951 until close of the business and retirement in 1993.&nbsp; She helped with Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts as her children were growing up, and also helped teach religion class at Kennedy School in later years.&nbsp; 

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother (Mimi), great-grandmother (Great-Mimi), and friend.&nbsp; She was a devout Catholic and very close to her family.&nbsp; Family always came first, and she loved spending time with and caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook, hosted many family gatherings in her home, and opened her home to many family members and visitors.

Survivors include two sons: Alfred F. Rohr and wife Becky of Colorado Springs, CO and Mike Rohr and wife Susan of Newton, three daughters: Sandy Wasinger and husband Tim of Hays, Patty Dreiling and husband Mike of Leawood, and Rose Dreiling and husband Don of Aurora, CO, 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Alfred, four brothers: Robert, Tom, George, and Dan Staab and one sister: Millie Bieker.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; A rosary will be at 9:30 am on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Due to the coronavirus, if you have a cough, fever or other symptoms please use our online guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing masks will be requested at the mass, the cemetery and the dinner.&nbsp; 

Condolences and memories of Mary Jane may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Mary Jane Rohr, 92, Hays, died Saturday, January 2, 2021, at HaysMed.She was born May 2, 1928, in Hays, the daughter of Ambrose and Katie (Meis) Staab.&nbsp; On December 29, 1947, she married Alfred J. Rohr in Hays.&nbsp; He died on March 17, 2009.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the St. Joseph Altar Society and Christian Mothers.&nbsp; She worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in Hays and Kansas City, was a household executive, and was a bookkeeper for the family-owned business, Rohr’s Jewelry Store from 1951 until close of the business and retirement in 1993.&nbsp; She helped with Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts as her children were growing up, and also helped teach religion class at Kennedy School in later years.&nbsp; She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother (Mimi), great-grandmother (Great-Mimi), and friend.&nbsp; She was a devout Catholic and very close to her family.&nbsp; Family always came first, and she loved spending time with and caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was an excellent cook, hosted many family gatherings in her home, and opened her home to many family members and visitors.Survivors include two sons: Alfred F. Rohr and wife Becky of Colorado Springs, CO and Mike Rohr and wife Susan of Newton, three daughters: Sandy Wasinger and husband Tim of Hays, Patty Dreiling and husband Mike of Leawood, and Rose Dreiling and husband Don of Aurora, CO, 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Alfred, four brothers: Robert, Tom, George, and Dan Staab and one sister: Millie Bieker.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; A rosary will be at 9:30 am on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Due to the coronavirus, if you have a cough, fever or other symptoms please use our online guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing masks will be requested at the mass, the cemetery and the dinner.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Mary Jane may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Mary Jane Rohr

James Eugene Gensheer, age 18, of Goodland passed away Friday, 
January 8, 2021.&nbsp; He was born July 14, 2002, to Shane M. and Sherida A. 
(Edmonston) Gensheer in Brighton, Colorado.&nbsp; He grew up and attended 
school in Goodland.&nbsp;

James enjoyed playing games, art, and volunteering for anything he 
could especially at the local fair.&nbsp; He was a giving and selfless 
person.&nbsp; He especially loved spending time with his family and friends.

He is preceded in&nbsp;death by his grandmother, Cathrine Edmonston.&nbsp;

James is survived by his parents; grandfather, Darryl Edmonston; 
grandmother, Jackie Brenner; and many more relatives and friends.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to James Gensheer Memorial Fund and may 
be sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 
67735.&nbsp; Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

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 </figure>James Eugene Gensheer, age 18, of Goodland passed away Friday, 
January 8, 2021.&nbsp; He was born July 14, 2002, to Shane M. and Sherida A. 
(Edmonston) Gensheer in Brighton, Colorado.&nbsp; He grew up and attended 
school in Goodland.&nbsp;James enjoyed playing games, art, and volunteering for anything he 
could especially at the local fair.&nbsp; He was a giving and selfless 
person.&nbsp; He especially loved spending time with his family and friends.He is preceded in&nbsp;death by his grandmother, Cathrine Edmonston.&nbsp;James is survived by his parents; grandfather, Darryl Edmonston; 
grandmother, Jackie Brenner; and many more relatives and friends.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to James Gensheer Memorial Fund and may 
be sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 
67735.&nbsp; Information and condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

James Eugene Gensheer

Longtime Phillipsburg resident Muriel Frances Bruning Fix passed away on January 8th, 2021 at the Phillips County Retirement Center at the age of 99.&nbsp;

Muriel was born on April 19, 1921 at her parent’s farm 3 miles north 
of Speed, KS.&nbsp; Muriel was one of five children to William and Velma 
(Coffin) Bruning.&nbsp; Muriel spent her childhood on the farm and attended 
the one room Silver Light School in Speed, KS, graduating from Speed 
High School in 1940.&nbsp; Muriel had four siblings.&nbsp; Sisters, Ruby, Vera, 
and Leota and her “baby” brother Dean.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

On February 4th, 1940 Muriel married Russell Fix in Logan,
 KS.&nbsp; Muriel and Russell added to their family with the birth of their 
son, Duane.&nbsp; Duane was Muriel and Russell’s pride and joy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Muriel’s first job was a clerk at Hansen Ready Wear where she worked 
for 12 years.&nbsp; &nbsp;During the years her husband operated the White Rock Gas
 Station; she maintained the books.&nbsp; In 1968 Muriel began her 23 year 
career at Phillips County Hospital beginning as an office clerk at $1.30
 per hour. But it didn’t take long before she became office manager 
which where she stayed until retirement in 1991.

Muriel loved to dance and regularly attended dances well into her 
eighties.&nbsp; She also enjoyed traveling with her sisters and Mrs. Johnson 
no matter the destination.&nbsp; Whether it was a short trip to Topeka, a 
trip to New England, or a visit to a casino, Muriel loved being on the 
go.&nbsp;

Muriel religiously attended both the First Christian Church on 
Sundays and every weekday morning enjoyed coffee with her friends in 
Phillipsburg.

Muriel had the attitude that life was only as good as your mindset.&nbsp; 
Muriel learned to drive in 1982 after the passing of her husband.&nbsp; 
Muriel always found the good in people and found the bright side of 
life.&nbsp; There are some people who bring a light so great to this world, 
that even after they have gone their light remains.&nbsp; Muriel was and will
 remain a shining light to her friends and family.&nbsp;

Survivors include Nephew Gene Earl and wife Fran of Phillipsburg, KS,
 niece Jeanette Thompson and husband Darrell of Cherryvale, KS and 
nephews Gary Earl and wife Robin of Nashville, TN, William Bruning and 
wife Stephanie of Benton, AR, Curtis Bruning and wife Angi of Ellijay, 
GA and Troy Bruning and wife Maurica of Olathe, KS, Sister-in-law Connie
 Bruning of Benton, AR; and many more great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Muriel was preceded in death by her husband Russell, son Duane, her 
three sisters Ruby Earl, Vera Zimbleman, Leota Daily, brother Dean 
Bruning and niece Margie Elliott.

Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 13th in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.

Mrs. Fix will lie in state from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m.
 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Johnson Cancer Research Center or First Christian Church.

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 </figure>Longtime Phillipsburg resident Muriel Frances Bruning Fix passed away on January 8th, 2021 at the Phillips County Retirement Center at the age of 99.&nbsp;Muriel was born on April 19, 1921 at her parent’s farm 3 miles north 
of Speed, KS.&nbsp; Muriel was one of five children to William and Velma 
(Coffin) Bruning.&nbsp; Muriel spent her childhood on the farm and attended 
the one room Silver Light School in Speed, KS, graduating from Speed 
High School in 1940.&nbsp; Muriel had four siblings.&nbsp; Sisters, Ruby, Vera, 
and Leota and her “baby” brother Dean.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On February 4th, 1940 Muriel married Russell Fix in Logan,
 KS.&nbsp; Muriel and Russell added to their family with the birth of their 
son, Duane.&nbsp; Duane was Muriel and Russell’s pride and joy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Muriel’s first job was a clerk at Hansen Ready Wear where she worked 
for 12 years.&nbsp; &nbsp;During the years her husband operated the White Rock Gas
 Station; she maintained the books.&nbsp; In 1968 Muriel began her 23 year 
career at Phillips County Hospital beginning as an office clerk at $1.30
 per hour. But it didn’t take long before she became office manager 
which where she stayed until retirement in 1991.Muriel loved to dance and regularly attended dances well into her 
eighties.&nbsp; She also enjoyed traveling with her sisters and Mrs. Johnson 
no matter the destination.&nbsp; Whether it was a short trip to Topeka, a 
trip to New England, or a visit to a casino, Muriel loved being on the 
go.&nbsp;Muriel religiously attended both the First Christian Church on 
Sundays and every weekday morning enjoyed coffee with her friends in 
Phillipsburg.Muriel had the attitude that life was only as good as your mindset.&nbsp; 
Muriel learned to drive in 1982 after the passing of her husband.&nbsp; 
Muriel always found the good in people and found the bright side of 
life.&nbsp; There are some people who bring a light so great to this world, 
that even after they have gone their light remains.&nbsp; Muriel was and will
 remain a shining light to her friends and family.&nbsp;Survivors include Nephew Gene Earl and wife Fran of Phillipsburg, KS,
 niece Jeanette Thompson and husband Darrell of Cherryvale, KS and 
nephews Gary Earl and wife Robin of Nashville, TN, William Bruning and 
wife Stephanie of Benton, AR, Curtis Bruning and wife Angi of Ellijay, 
GA and Troy Bruning and wife Maurica of Olathe, KS, Sister-in-law Connie
 Bruning of Benton, AR; and many more great nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Muriel was preceded in death by her husband Russell, son Duane, her 
three sisters Ruby Earl, Vera Zimbleman, Leota Daily, brother Dean 
Bruning and niece Margie Elliott.Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 13th in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating.Mrs. Fix will lie in state from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m.
 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd Street, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.Memorial contributions may be made to the Johnson Cancer Research Center or First Christian Church.

Muriel Frances Bruning Fix

Kaitlyn Liana Cubillo, of Hays, Kansas 
passed away Friday, January 8, 2021, at Children's Mercy Hospital in 
Kansas City, Missouri.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, January 14, 2021, at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Visitation will be Wednesday 4 PM - 7 PM with a rosary service at 7 PM. Thursday visitation will be 10:00 AM until service time.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the family made payable to Filiberto Cubillo.

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

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 </figure>Kaitlyn Liana Cubillo, of Hays, Kansas 
passed away Friday, January 8, 2021, at Children's Mercy Hospital in 
Kansas City, Missouri.Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, January 14, 2021, at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.Visitation will be Wednesday 4 PM - 7 PM with a rosary service at 7 PM. Thursday visitation will be 10:00 AM until service time.Memorial contributions are suggested to the family made payable to Filiberto Cubillo.Condolences may be left by guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Kaitlyn Liana Cubillo

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.

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