Florence Anna (Bockman) Vahling , age 99, departed this life on December
 25, 2020 at the Sheridan County Long Term Care with family by her side.
 Florence was welcomed into this world on March 7, 1921 at the family 
home North of Festina, Iowa. Florence was the sixth child of Frank and 
Elizabeth (Uhlenhake) Bockman. She attended school in Festina through 
eighth grade. At the age of fourteen, Florence packed one suitcase and 
moved to Chicago, Illinois to be a nanny and housekeeper. At 
twenty-three, she met the love of her life, Henry Vahling. On their 
first date, they danced to Lawrence Welk at the Aragon. Soon after 
meeting, Florence and Henry were married on October 16, 1945 in Festina,
 Iowa. They moved to a farm north of New Almelo where they lived for 
thirty-eight years. There they raised eight children, four girls and 
four boys. In 1983, they sold the farm to their son Bill and moved to 
Hoxie, Kansas and lived there for the next thirty-seven years. 
 Florence was a devoted Christian wife, mother, grandmother, 
great-grandmother and friend. She served her family in many ways: 
delicious homemade meals, canning, butchering chickens (her family 
always looked forward to fried chicken every Sunday), churning butter, 
baking bread, milking cows, and even driving the silage truck even 
though she didn’t have a driver’s license until the age of 62 after she 
moved to Hoxie.
 Florence was committed to her church. She helped with meals and 
helped make quilts for the church bazaar. She cleaned, made flower 
arrangements for the church and was involved in the alter society. 
 Florence’s garden was a source of pride and won her many grand prize
 ribbons at the county fair. Throughout the years, Florence completed 
numerous crochet and embroidery projects with the amazing feat of 
completing a quilt. Some of her favorite activities were bowling, 
playing cards and dancing. She requested a polka dance every year for 
her birthday. Florence loved playing Bingo, collecting stamps, and 
putting together puzzles (Urkel, Urkel). Her walls held many memories 
as they were covered with mounted puzzles for all to see. Florence’s 
most treasured hobby was collecting salt and pepper shakers. She had 
over 800 pair, from all over the world-Las Vegas to Africa.
 Florence is survived by her children Laura Dorenkamp and husband Joe
 of Selden, Kansas, Jim Vahling and wife Christine of Mesa, Arizona, 
Marcia Aumiller, New Almelo, Kansas, Paul Vahling and wife Donna of 
Aurora, Colorado, Rosie Gallagher of Oakley, Kansas, Estella Kirkham and
 husband Phil of Sharon Springs, Kansas, George Vahling of Plainville, 
Kansas, and Annette Follis and husband Clint of Hoxie, Kansas; 
twenty-five Grandchildren; Forty-six Great-Grandchildren.
 She was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Elizabeth(Uhlenhake)
 Bockman; husband, Henry Vahling; son, Bill Vahling; son-in-law, David 
Gallagher; and grandchildren, Patricia Haffner, Marsha Haffner, and 
Marisa Haffner, and great-grand son, Ezra Etherton.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday January 2, 2021, 
10:30 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, Kansas. 
Interment will take place in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery 
immediately following the Service. Visitation will be held at the St. 
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church on Friday, January 1, 2021 from 3:30 
P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Family receiving friends from 3:30 P.M. until 6:00
 P.M. At 6:00 P.M. the Vigil and Rosary Service will be held at the 
church. The family suggests memorials to the Sheridan County Benefit 
Walk and the Christ Victory Centre. Memorials may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas. Words of 
comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. 
 Many were blessed to learn from Florence as she shared her skills, 
passion for life, and sense of humor. Florence was ALWAYS feisty, fun, 
and the life of the party. She was referred to as “The Rose” because 
she loved roses and always came out smelling like a rose. At the Long 
Term Care everybody referred to Florence as “Foxy”–a name she lived up 
to. She has left this earthly body and while it brings sadness, she 
would ask you to remember her with fond memories and love.

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 </figure>Florence Anna (Bockman) Vahling , age 99, departed this life on December
 25, 2020 at the Sheridan County Long Term Care with family by her side.
 Florence was welcomed into this world on March 7, 1921 at the family 
home North of Festina, Iowa. Florence was the sixth child of Frank and 
Elizabeth (Uhlenhake) Bockman. She attended school in Festina through 
eighth grade. At the age of fourteen, Florence packed one suitcase and 
moved to Chicago, Illinois to be a nanny and housekeeper. At 
twenty-three, she met the love of her life, Henry Vahling. On their 
first date, they danced to Lawrence Welk at the Aragon. Soon after 
meeting, Florence and Henry were married on October 16, 1945 in Festina,
 Iowa. They moved to a farm north of New Almelo where they lived for 
thirty-eight years. There they raised eight children, four girls and 
four boys. In 1983, they sold the farm to their son Bill and moved to 
Hoxie, Kansas and lived there for the next thirty-seven years. 
 Florence was a devoted Christian wife, mother, grandmother, 
great-grandmother and friend. She served her family in many ways: 
delicious homemade meals, canning, butchering chickens (her family 
always looked forward to fried chicken every Sunday), churning butter, 
baking bread, milking cows, and even driving the silage truck even 
though she didn’t have a driver’s license until the age of 62 after she 
moved to Hoxie.
 Florence was committed to her church. She helped with meals and 
helped make quilts for the church bazaar. She cleaned, made flower 
arrangements for the church and was involved in the alter society. 
 Florence’s garden was a source of pride and won her many grand prize
 ribbons at the county fair. Throughout the years, Florence completed 
numerous crochet and embroidery projects with the amazing feat of 
completing a quilt. Some of her favorite activities were bowling, 
playing cards and dancing. She requested a polka dance every year for 
her birthday. Florence loved playing Bingo, collecting stamps, and 
putting together puzzles (Urkel, Urkel). Her walls held many memories 
as they were covered with mounted puzzles for all to see. Florence’s 
most treasured hobby was collecting salt and pepper shakers. She had 
over 800 pair, from all over the world-Las Vegas to Africa.
 Florence is survived by her children Laura Dorenkamp and husband Joe
 of Selden, Kansas, Jim Vahling and wife Christine of Mesa, Arizona, 
Marcia Aumiller, New Almelo, Kansas, Paul Vahling and wife Donna of 
Aurora, Colorado, Rosie Gallagher of Oakley, Kansas, Estella Kirkham and
 husband Phil of Sharon Springs, Kansas, George Vahling of Plainville, 
Kansas, and Annette Follis and husband Clint of Hoxie, Kansas; 
twenty-five Grandchildren; Forty-six Great-Grandchildren.
 She was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Elizabeth(Uhlenhake)
 Bockman; husband, Henry Vahling; son, Bill Vahling; son-in-law, David 
Gallagher; and grandchildren, Patricia Haffner, Marsha Haffner, and 
Marisa Haffner, and great-grand son, Ezra Etherton.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday January 2, 2021, 
10:30 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Hoxie, Kansas. 
Interment will take place in the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Cemetery 
immediately following the Service. Visitation will be held at the St. 
Frances Cabrini Catholic Church on Friday, January 1, 2021 from 3:30 
P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Family receiving friends from 3:30 P.M. until 6:00
 P.M. At 6:00 P.M. the Vigil and Rosary Service will be held at the 
church. The family suggests memorials to the Sheridan County Benefit 
Walk and the Christ Victory Centre. Memorials may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas. Words of 
comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. 
 Many were blessed to learn from Florence as she shared her skills, 
passion for life, and sense of humor. Florence was ALWAYS feisty, fun, 
and the life of the party. She was referred to as “The Rose” because 
she loved roses and always came out smelling like a rose. At the Long 
Term Care everybody referred to Florence as “Foxy”–a name she lived up 
to. She has left this earthly body and while it brings sadness, she 
would ask you to remember her with fond memories and love.

Florence Vahling

September 17, 1952
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 December 30, 2020

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Mark-A-Hill?obId=19494397#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 December 30, 2020 An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Mark-A-Hill?obId=19494397#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Mark A. Hill

Ronald Ray Schenk, 58, died January 2, 2021, at Woodhaven Care 
Center, Ellinwood.&nbsp; He was born July 17, 1962, in Hoisington, Kansas, 
the son of Donald D. “Shorty” and Karlene K. (Kraus) Schenk.&nbsp; Ronald 
grauduated from Great Bend High School.

A Great Bend resident, formerly of Olmitz, Ronald worked as a farm 
hand.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of Olmitz.

He is survived by his mother, Karlene K. Schenk of Ellinwood; twin 
sister, Sheryl Hickel and husband Jim of Claflin; brothers, Randy Schenk
 and Larry Schenk of Great Bend; and a nephew, Dylan Hickel of Claflin.

He was preceded in death by his father, Shorty Schenk, and a brother, Darrell Schenk.

A graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 15, 
2021, at St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz. Friends may sign the book now until
 service at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has 
taken place.

Memorials may be made to Ronald Schenk Memorial Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Ronald Ray Schenk, 58, died January 2, 2021, at Woodhaven Care 
Center, Ellinwood.&nbsp; He was born July 17, 1962, in Hoisington, Kansas, 
the son of Donald D. “Shorty” and Karlene K. (Kraus) Schenk.&nbsp; Ronald 
grauduated from Great Bend High School.A Great Bend resident, formerly of Olmitz, Ronald worked as a farm 
hand.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of Olmitz.He is survived by his mother, Karlene K. Schenk of Ellinwood; twin 
sister, Sheryl Hickel and husband Jim of Claflin; brothers, Randy Schenk
 and Larry Schenk of Great Bend; and a nephew, Dylan Hickel of Claflin.He was preceded in death by his father, Shorty Schenk, and a brother, Darrell Schenk.A graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 15, 
2021, at St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz. Friends may sign the book now until
 service at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has 
taken place.Memorials may be made to Ronald Schenk Memorial Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Ronald Ray Schenk

Delores Diemer, 73, Bazine, died Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Cedar Village Long Term Care in Ness City.

She was born November 21, 1947 in 
Goodland the daughter of Kenneth and Odessa (Baker) Petit.&nbsp; On November 
25, 1963 she was united in marriage to George R. Diemer in WaKeeney, and
 they celebrated 53 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on
 February 27, 2017.&nbsp; She was a bus driver for the Bazine School District
 and delivered the Hays Daily News.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her 
grandchildren, collected angels and cardinals, and loved her cat, Bear.

Survivors include her son: Les Diemer 
of Bazine, a brother: Pastor Hal Smith and wife Debi of Topeka, a 
sister: Marian Sanderson of Modesto, CA, three grandsons: Jeremy and 
Taylor Kiehl of Dodge City and Andrew Kiehl of Ford, three great 
grandsons: Landon and Brandon Kiehl of Dodge City and Alex Kiehl of 
Ford, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband George, daughter Cynthia Kiehl, and a sister Ann Mills.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm on 
Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with 
Pastor Hal Smith officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Mt. Allen 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until service time on Tuesday
 at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Cedar Village Long 
Term Care or to Hospice of the Prairie.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Delores may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;

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 </figure>Delores Diemer, 73, Bazine, died Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Cedar Village Long Term Care in Ness City.She was born November 21, 1947 in 
Goodland the daughter of Kenneth and Odessa (Baker) Petit.&nbsp; On November 
25, 1963 she was united in marriage to George R. Diemer in WaKeeney, and
 they celebrated 53 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on
 February 27, 2017.&nbsp; She was a bus driver for the Bazine School District
 and delivered the Hays Daily News.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time with her 
grandchildren, collected angels and cardinals, and loved her cat, Bear.Survivors include her son: Les Diemer 
of Bazine, a brother: Pastor Hal Smith and wife Debi of Topeka, a 
sister: Marian Sanderson of Modesto, CA, three grandsons: Jeremy and 
Taylor Kiehl of Dodge City and Andrew Kiehl of Ford, three great 
grandsons: Landon and Brandon Kiehl of Dodge City and Alex Kiehl of 
Ford, and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband George, daughter Cynthia Kiehl, and a sister Ann Mills.Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm on 
Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with 
Pastor Hal Smith officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Mt. Allen 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until service time on Tuesday
 at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Cedar Village Long 
Term Care or to Hospice of the Prairie.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Delores may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;

Delores Diemer

Shirley Jean Miller, 86, of Claflin, Kansas, died on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at her home in Claflin.

Shirley was born on August 09, 1934, in Abilene, Kansas, the daughter of Herbert “Boots” and Helen (Sullivan) Shumaker.  She grew up in Russell, Kansas, and graduated from Russell High School.  After high school she attended Marymount College in Salina, Kansas, for 2 years and received an associate’s degree in Home Economics.  She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Marvin Bryan Miller on October 09, 1954 in Russell, Kansas.  From this union, they were blessed with four children Linda, Debra, Marlene and Bryan.  She was a longtime member of St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell.  She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, T.O.P.S., and was an active member and leader of the Girl Scouts.  She enjoyed sewing, crafts, cooking, reading cook books, Daniel Steel books, butterflies, pets and going to Wilson Lake.  Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family.  She especially enjoyed time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Surviving family include her husband Marvin of the home, daughters Linda F. Michaelis and husband Dan of Claflin, Kansas, Debra Miller of Russell, Kansas, Marlene Harris and husband John of Raymore, Missouri; son Bryan E. Miller of Russell, Kansas; brother Tom Shumaker and wife Judy of Sturgis, Michigan; 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Herbert Shumaker II. Cremation has been selected by the family and a private family service will be held at a later time.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Shirley Jean Miller, 86, of Claflin, Kansas, died on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at her home in Claflin.Shirley was born on August 09, 1934, in Abilene, Kansas, the daughter of Herbert “Boots” and Helen (Sullivan) Shumaker. She grew up in Russell, Kansas, and graduated from Russell High School. After high school she attended Marymount College in Salina, Kansas, for 2 years and received an associate’s degree in Home Economics. She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Marvin Bryan Miller on October 09, 1954 in Russell, Kansas. From this union, they were blessed with four children Linda, Debra, Marlene and Bryan. She was a longtime member of St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, T.O.P.S., and was an active member and leader of the Girl Scouts. She enjoyed sewing, crafts, cooking, reading cook books, Daniel Steel books, butterflies, pets and going to Wilson Lake. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family. She especially enjoyed time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.Surviving family include her husband Marvin of the home, daughters Linda F. Michaelis and husband Dan of Claflin, Kansas, Debra Miller of Russell, Kansas, Marlene Harris and husband John of Raymore, Missouri; son Bryan E. Miller of Russell, Kansas; brother Tom Shumaker and wife Judy of Sturgis, Michigan; 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Herbert Shumaker II. Cremation has been selected by the family and a private family service will be held at a later time. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Shirley Jean Miller

Jackie J. Klee, age 69, of Hays, Kansas passed away December 29, 2020, at Hays Medical Center.

Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Jackie J. Klee, age 69, of Hays, Kansas passed away December 29, 2020, at Hays Medical Center.Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Jackie J. Klee

Edna Niernberger Homburg, age 88, 
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at El Dorado Care
 and Rehab in El Dorado, KS. She was born March 21,1932 in rural Trego 
County to J. George and Margaret (Deines) Fabrizius and was a graduate 
of Trego Community High School. She was united in marriage to Joe 
Niernberger on October 14, 1950. He passed away April 16, 1997. On 
November 7, 1999, she married Rev. August Homburg, and he died February 
26, 2016. She graciously and selflessly provided years of care to each 
of her husbands throughout their health challenges.

Edna was an active member of Christ 
Lutheran Church, Ellis, a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and a
 volunteer at the Good Samaritan Center.

Edna was preceded in death by her 
parents, husbands, three sisters: Olga, Lydia, and Hulda, and four 
brothers: Herman, Argus, George Henry, and Richard.

Survivors include her children Joe 
(J.D.) Niernberger (Carol Jo) of Champaign, Illinois, Nancy Allison 
(Craig) of Lyons, Kansas, and Mark Niernberger of Grandview, Missouri, 
stepchildren Randy Homburg (Robyn) and Rebecca Reed (Paul) all of 
Oklahoma, brothers Art Fabrizius of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Paul 
Fabrizius (Darlyne) of Denver, Colorado, and many nieces and nephews. 
She is also survived by four grandchildren and four step grandchildren: 
Melissa Dougan (James) of El Dorado, Melanie Allison of Salina, Darren 
Allison and fiancé Brooke Adams of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Haley 
Niernberger Keehn of Gardner, Kansas, Hannah and Sarah Homburg, Katie 
Bleeker (James), and Joshua Reed (Katy) all of Oklahoma. Great 
grandchildren and step great grandchildren are Bradyn, Bryce, and Brody 
Bergstrom, Paige and Lilly Drew, Cecilia and Eleanor Bleeker, Xander 
Samson, and Owen Reed.

Private family services will be held at
 Christ Lutheran Church in Ellis with burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery, 
Ellis. Services will be live streamed Monday, January 4, 2020 at 1 PM on
 the Christ Lutheran Facebook Page 
https://www.facebook.com/Christ-Lutheran-Church-111688785534530

Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637

Memorials may be made to Christ 
Lutheran Church, Ellis, or Rice County District Hospital Swingbed Unit, 
Lyons. Contributions made payable to the organization may be sent to 
Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601

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

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 </figure>Edna Niernberger Homburg, age 88, 
passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at El Dorado Care
 and Rehab in El Dorado, KS. She was born March 21,1932 in rural Trego 
County to J. George and Margaret (Deines) Fabrizius and was a graduate 
of Trego Community High School. She was united in marriage to Joe 
Niernberger on October 14, 1950. He passed away April 16, 1997. On 
November 7, 1999, she married Rev. August Homburg, and he died February 
26, 2016. She graciously and selflessly provided years of care to each 
of her husbands throughout their health challenges.Edna was an active member of Christ 
Lutheran Church, Ellis, a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and a
 volunteer at the Good Samaritan Center.Edna was preceded in death by her 
parents, husbands, three sisters: Olga, Lydia, and Hulda, and four 
brothers: Herman, Argus, George Henry, and Richard.Survivors include her children Joe 
(J.D.) Niernberger (Carol Jo) of Champaign, Illinois, Nancy Allison 
(Craig) of Lyons, Kansas, and Mark Niernberger of Grandview, Missouri, 
stepchildren Randy Homburg (Robyn) and Rebecca Reed (Paul) all of 
Oklahoma, brothers Art Fabrizius of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Paul 
Fabrizius (Darlyne) of Denver, Colorado, and many nieces and nephews. 
She is also survived by four grandchildren and four step grandchildren: 
Melissa Dougan (James) of El Dorado, Melanie Allison of Salina, Darren 
Allison and fiancé Brooke Adams of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Haley 
Niernberger Keehn of Gardner, Kansas, Hannah and Sarah Homburg, Katie 
Bleeker (James), and Joshua Reed (Katy) all of Oklahoma. Great 
grandchildren and step great grandchildren are Bradyn, Bryce, and Brody 
Bergstrom, Paige and Lilly Drew, Cecilia and Eleanor Bleeker, Xander 
Samson, and Owen Reed.Private family services will be held at
 Christ Lutheran Church in Ellis with burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery, 
Ellis. Services will be live streamed Monday, January 4, 2020 at 1 PM on
 the Christ Lutheran Facebook Page 
https://www.facebook.com/Christ-Lutheran-Church-111688785534530Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637Memorials may be made to Christ 
Lutheran Church, Ellis, or Rice County District Hospital Swingbed Unit, 
Lyons. Contributions made payable to the organization may be sent to 
Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Edna Homburg

Wilbert Dean Keller, age 93 of Ellis, 
Kansas passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 at the Trego Lemke 
Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas. He was born May 3, 1927 on the 
family farm in Ellis County, Kansas. He graduated from Ellis High School
 in 1945. On October 16, 1947 he married Fern Nadine Zerfas at Christ 
Lutheran Church in Ellis. Fern preceded Wilbert in death on April 3, 
2017.

Wilbert was a lifelong Ellis County 
farmer and stockman. He was a past member of St. John Lutheran Church, 
current member of Christ Lutheran Church and he was a very active member
 in both. He was a US Army veteran of WWII and was the last WWII veteran
 in Ellis. He was a lifetime member of the Ellis VFW having served as 
commander and the American Legion and also a member of the Sunflower 
Polka Club. Wilbert and Fern had led many wedding marches and he enjoyed
 gardening and fishing.

Survivors include his daughter, Twila 
Large of Ellis; two sons, Tim Keller and wife Aleta and Danny Keller and
 fiancé, Verda Flinn all of Ellis; seven grandchildren, Christine Large,
 Heidi Fawcett and husband Matt all of Phoenix, Arizona, Meredith Keller
 and companion Marlin Sherfick of Ellis, Rachel Armbruster and husband 
Kobe of Paxico, Kansas, Laycie Haas and husband Todd of Antonino, 
Kansas, Emily Burd and husband Shaun of Ellis and Katelyn Steffens and 
husband Erik of Dighton, Kansas as well as 12 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents; a daughter, Faye Jean Keller; two brothers, Arnold and Herman 
Keller as well as a sister, Adeline Fabrizius.

Due to COVID-19 concerns if you have a 
cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on-line 
guestbook to share your condolences.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing 
masks are suggested by family at the visitation and funeral services.

Services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, 
January 5, 2020 at Christ Lutheran Church in Ellis. Burial will follow 
in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Ellis with military honors courtesy of the Ellis 
VFW Honor Guard and the Hays VFW Honor Guard. Services will be live 
streamed Tuesday, January 5, 2020 at 10 AM on the Christ Lutheran 
Facebook Page 
https://www.facebook.com/Christ-Lutheran-Church-111688785534530&nbsp;

Visitation will be Monday 6 PM – 8 PM with a prayer service at 7 PM and 9 AM until service time all at Christ Lutheran Church.

Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637

Memorials may be made to Christ 
Lutheran Church, Ellis, or the Ellis VFW. Contributions made payable to 
the organization may be sent to Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, 
KS 67601

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 </figure>Wilbert Dean Keller, age 93 of Ellis, 
Kansas passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 at the Trego Lemke 
Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas. He was born May 3, 1927 on the 
family farm in Ellis County, Kansas. He graduated from Ellis High School
 in 1945. On October 16, 1947 he married Fern Nadine Zerfas at Christ 
Lutheran Church in Ellis. Fern preceded Wilbert in death on April 3, 
2017.Wilbert was a lifelong Ellis County 
farmer and stockman. He was a past member of St. John Lutheran Church, 
current member of Christ Lutheran Church and he was a very active member
 in both. He was a US Army veteran of WWII and was the last WWII veteran
 in Ellis. He was a lifetime member of the Ellis VFW having served as 
commander and the American Legion and also a member of the Sunflower 
Polka Club. Wilbert and Fern had led many wedding marches and he enjoyed
 gardening and fishing.Survivors include his daughter, Twila 
Large of Ellis; two sons, Tim Keller and wife Aleta and Danny Keller and
 fiancé, Verda Flinn all of Ellis; seven grandchildren, Christine Large,
 Heidi Fawcett and husband Matt all of Phoenix, Arizona, Meredith Keller
 and companion Marlin Sherfick of Ellis, Rachel Armbruster and husband 
Kobe of Paxico, Kansas, Laycie Haas and husband Todd of Antonino, 
Kansas, Emily Burd and husband Shaun of Ellis and Katelyn Steffens and 
husband Erik of Dighton, Kansas as well as 12 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his 
parents; a daughter, Faye Jean Keller; two brothers, Arnold and Herman 
Keller as well as a sister, Adeline Fabrizius.Due to COVID-19 concerns if you have a 
cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on-line 
guestbook to share your condolences.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing 
masks are suggested by family at the visitation and funeral services.Services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, 
January 5, 2020 at Christ Lutheran Church in Ellis. Burial will follow 
in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Ellis with military honors courtesy of the Ellis 
VFW Honor Guard and the Hays VFW Honor Guard. Services will be live 
streamed Tuesday, January 5, 2020 at 10 AM on the Christ Lutheran 
Facebook Page 
https://www.facebook.com/Christ-Lutheran-Church-111688785534530&nbsp;Visitation will be Monday 6 PM – 8 PM with a prayer service at 7 PM and 9 AM until service time all at Christ Lutheran Church.Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637Memorials may be made to Christ 
Lutheran Church, Ellis, or the Ellis VFW. Contributions made payable to 
the organization may be sent to Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, 
KS 67601Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Wilbert Dean Keller

Gale Lynn Ives, age 76, of Hays, Kansas passed away Friday, January 1, 2021, in Hays.

Gale Lynn Ives, age 76, of Hays, Kansas passed away Friday, January 1, 2021, in Hays.Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Gale Lynn Ives

Donald Reilley, age 83, passed away at his home on Friday January 1, 2021, in Smith Center, KS.

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 </figure>Donald Reilley, age 83, passed away at his home on Friday January 1, 2021, in Smith Center, KS.

Donald 'Don' Reilley

Marvin Hesterman, 88, of Atwood, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at 
Wheat Haven Home in McDonald, KS. He was born September 16, 1932, near 
Ludell, Kansas, to John and Margaret (Holste) Hesterman. He was raised 
on the family farm, graduating from Atwood High School in 1951. 
After serving in the US Army, he graduated from Concordia Teachers 
College in Seward, NE, in 1959. Marvin married Karilyn Heermann December
 19, 1959, in Tyler, TX. The couple later divorced. He married June 
Kastens McCoy June 16, 1979, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ludell, KS. 
Marvin taught in Lutheran and public schools in Tyler, TX, Sheboygan, 
WI, Junction City, KS, and Meade, KS. The couple retired to Atwood in 
2006. Marvin was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Atwood. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Harry and Paula
 Kastens; siblings, Hubert Hestermann, and wife, Clara and Milton 
Hesterman, and wife, Myrna; a brother-in-law, Robert Harms; and nephews,
 Timothy Harms, Jordan Niermeier and Clifford Hestermann. 
He is survived by his wife, June, of Atwood; children, Phillip (Rebecca)
 Hesterman, of Grand Island, NE, Terry (Beth) Hesterman, of Rehoboth 
Beach, DE, Judith Cummins, of LaCygne, KS, Andrew (Megan) McCoy, of 
Belt, MT, Beth Hesterman (Jacob Fling and daughter Evie), of Lafayette, 
CO; grandchildren, Micah (Jenna) Hesterman, Andrea (Matthew) Simianer, 
Bryce Hesterman (fiancée Mikayla Hamann), Jonathan (Emma) Hesterman, 
Ryan Hesterman, Matthew Hesterman, Cade McCoy, Makena McCoy, Olivia 
King, Cohen King, David Saunders, Kimberlee (Lister) Potter; sister, 
Leona Harms; great-granddaughters, Lenora Simianer and Jennifer Potter; 
great-great-granddaughter, Ryla Aiello; and many nieces, nephews and 
friends. 
Visitation will be 5:00-7:00pm Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Baalmann 
Mortuary in Atwood. Funeral service will be 10:00am, Monday, January 4, 
2021 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Atwood. Burial will follow at 
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, north of Ludell, KS.

Memorials are suggested 
to Orphan Grain Train and LCMS Mission Central, in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701.  Online condolences: 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Marvin Hesterman, 88, of Atwood, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at 
Wheat Haven Home in McDonald, KS. He was born September 16, 1932, near 
Ludell, Kansas, to John and Margaret (Holste) Hesterman. He was raised 
on the family farm, graduating from Atwood High School in 1951. 
After serving in the US Army, he graduated from Concordia Teachers 
College in Seward, NE, in 1959. Marvin married Karilyn Heermann December
 19, 1959, in Tyler, TX. The couple later divorced. He married June 
Kastens McCoy June 16, 1979, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ludell, KS. 
Marvin taught in Lutheran and public schools in Tyler, TX, Sheboygan, 
WI, Junction City, KS, and Meade, KS. The couple retired to Atwood in 
2006. Marvin was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Atwood. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Harry and Paula
 Kastens; siblings, Hubert Hestermann, and wife, Clara and Milton 
Hesterman, and wife, Myrna; a brother-in-law, Robert Harms; and nephews,
 Timothy Harms, Jordan Niermeier and Clifford Hestermann. 
He is survived by his wife, June, of Atwood; children, Phillip (Rebecca)
 Hesterman, of Grand Island, NE, Terry (Beth) Hesterman, of Rehoboth 
Beach, DE, Judith Cummins, of LaCygne, KS, Andrew (Megan) McCoy, of 
Belt, MT, Beth Hesterman (Jacob Fling and daughter Evie), of Lafayette, 
CO; grandchildren, Micah (Jenna) Hesterman, Andrea (Matthew) Simianer, 
Bryce Hesterman (fiancée Mikayla Hamann), Jonathan (Emma) Hesterman, 
Ryan Hesterman, Matthew Hesterman, Cade McCoy, Makena McCoy, Olivia 
King, Cohen King, David Saunders, Kimberlee (Lister) Potter; sister, 
Leona Harms; great-granddaughters, Lenora Simianer and Jennifer Potter; 
great-great-granddaughter, Ryla Aiello; and many nieces, nephews and 
friends. 
Visitation will be 5:00-7:00pm Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Baalmann 
Mortuary in Atwood. Funeral service will be 10:00am, Monday, January 4, 
2021 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Atwood. Burial will follow at 
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, north of Ludell, KS. Memorials are suggested 
to Orphan Grain Train and LCMS Mission Central, in care of Baalmann 
Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. Online condolences: 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Marvin Hesterman

Sunday, February 27th, 1949-Tuesday, December 29th, 2020

Services are pending with&nbsp;Baalmann Mortuary.

Sunday, February 27th, 1949-Tuesday, December 29th, 2020Services are pending with&nbsp;Baalmann Mortuary.

Gary Manis

Deloris A. Brown, 88 years old, of Newcastle, OK, passed away on 
Sunday, December&nbsp;27, 2020 at the Integris SWMC Hospital in&nbsp;Oklahoma 
City, OK. &nbsp;Deloris was born on March 3, 1932 to the late Gustaf &amp; 
Elmyra (Conn) Lindgren in Gaylord, KS.

Deloris graduated from Osborne High School in 1950. &nbsp;She later 
married John W. Brown &amp;&nbsp;to this union, 2 daughters were born. &nbsp;Later
 on, Deloris &amp; John moved to Salina, KS, where she&nbsp;worked in 
the&nbsp;Saline County Appraiser's Office as a Clerk retiring in 1990.

Deloris was preceded in death by her husband, John in 2010.

Deloris is survived by daughters: Myra Harrell of Springtown, TX; 
Cathy Howeth of Newcastle, OK; sister: Fontella Thompkins of Osborne, 
KS; 3 grandchildren &amp; 2 Great-grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Deloris-Brown">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Deloris A. Brown, 88 years old, of Newcastle, OK, passed away on 
Sunday, December&nbsp;27, 2020 at the Integris SWMC Hospital in&nbsp;Oklahoma 
City, OK. &nbsp;Deloris was born on March 3, 1932 to the late Gustaf &amp; 
Elmyra (Conn) Lindgren in Gaylord, KS.Deloris graduated from Osborne High School in 1950. &nbsp;She later 
married John W. Brown &amp;&nbsp;to this union, 2 daughters were born. &nbsp;Later
 on, Deloris &amp; John moved to Salina, KS, where she&nbsp;worked in 
the&nbsp;Saline County Appraiser's Office as a Clerk retiring in 1990.Deloris was preceded in death by her husband, John in 2010.Deloris is survived by daughters: Myra Harrell of Springtown, TX; 
Cathy Howeth of Newcastle, OK; sister: Fontella Thompkins of Osborne, 
KS; 3 grandchildren &amp; 2 Great-grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Deloris-Brown">HERE</a> for service details.

Deloris A. Brown

Bruce James Wittman, age 49, died on December 28, 2020 at the Ness 
County Hospital, Ness City.&nbsp; Bruce was born on October 8, 1971 in Larned
 to Calvin and Earlene (Roberts) Wittman.

He graduated from Bazine High School in 1990.&nbsp; He received his 
Certified Nurses Aid certificate in 1999 and worked in Lacrosse as a 
Certified Nurses Aid from 1999 to 2009.&nbsp; Currently, he was a cattleman 
and hired hand for local farmers around Bazine.&nbsp;

Bruce is survived by his parents, Calvin and Earlene Wittman of 
Bazine, his 3 brothers, Mark Wittman of Memphis, TN, Darin Wittman and 
his wife, Amanda, of Bazine, and Luke Wittman of Great Bend; niece, 
Tenley, of Bazine, nephew, Tuff, and niece, Saylor, of Great Bend. He is
 also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.&nbsp; He is 
preceded in death by his grandparents, Theodore and Wilma Wittman and 
Earl and Esther Roberts, his uncle, Raymond and cousin, Aaron Gathman.&nbsp; &nbsp;

A family only funeral is scheduled for Saturday, January 2, 2021, 
1:00 p.m. at the St. Paul Congregational Church, Bazine where Bruce was a
 lifetime member.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the 
Bazine Cemetery.&nbsp; All are welcome to attend and celebrate the life of 
Bruce at the graveside services where social distancing and mask will be
 required.&nbsp; Viewing will be held at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City 
on Friday, January 1, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the 
family present from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Memorial Contributions may be given to the St. Paul Congregational Church, Bazine or the Bazine Cemetery.

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 </figure>Bruce James Wittman, age 49, died on December 28, 2020 at the Ness 
County Hospital, Ness City.&nbsp; Bruce was born on October 8, 1971 in Larned
 to Calvin and Earlene (Roberts) Wittman.He graduated from Bazine High School in 1990.&nbsp; He received his 
Certified Nurses Aid certificate in 1999 and worked in Lacrosse as a 
Certified Nurses Aid from 1999 to 2009.&nbsp; Currently, he was a cattleman 
and hired hand for local farmers around Bazine.&nbsp;Bruce is survived by his parents, Calvin and Earlene Wittman of 
Bazine, his 3 brothers, Mark Wittman of Memphis, TN, Darin Wittman and 
his wife, Amanda, of Bazine, and Luke Wittman of Great Bend; niece, 
Tenley, of Bazine, nephew, Tuff, and niece, Saylor, of Great Bend. He is
 also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.&nbsp; He is 
preceded in death by his grandparents, Theodore and Wilma Wittman and 
Earl and Esther Roberts, his uncle, Raymond and cousin, Aaron Gathman.&nbsp; &nbsp;A family only funeral is scheduled for Saturday, January 2, 2021, 
1:00 p.m. at the St. Paul Congregational Church, Bazine where Bruce was a
 lifetime member.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the 
Bazine Cemetery.&nbsp; All are welcome to attend and celebrate the life of 
Bruce at the graveside services where social distancing and mask will be
 required.&nbsp; Viewing will be held at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City 
on Friday, January 1, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the 
family present from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Memorial Contributions may be given to the St. Paul Congregational Church, Bazine or the Bazine Cemetery.

Bruce James Wittman

Marian K. McKinley, 91, of Norton, KS passed away December 29, 2020 at the Andbe Home in Norton, Kansas. She was born August 11, 1929 in Goodland, Kansas to Charles and Kathryn (Harper) Current.

Marian grew up in Goodland and attended Goodland Elementary and High School. She married Leonard McKinley on June 3, 1946 in Goodland. They lived in Pratt, Kansas and Gillette, Wyoming until settling in Norton, Kansas. Marian attended and volunteered at the Norton Christian Church. She was well known in the community as the “Pie Lady” with many people enjoying her pies, cakes, sweet breads and anything else people wanted. 

Marian was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Kathryn; husband, Leonard; son, Rick McKinley; brother, James (Carolyn) Current; sisters, Carol (Lloyd) Simmons and Twila Saloga; granddaughter, Amy and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her children: Toni (Allan) Tyler of Wyandotte, OK, Teri (David) Minton-McElderry of Salina and Rona (Rocky) Mapes of Thornton, Colorado; brother, Charles E. (Anne) Current of Cortez, CO; brother-in-law, Darrel Saloga of Hoyt Lake, MN; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. 

Marian requested no service; instead she wanted a short graveside ceremony with a Celebration of Life later at the Eagles Lodge when family can attend in better weather. Cards and memorials to Marian McKinley may be mailed to Teri Minton PO Box 75, Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at www.enfieldfh.com

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 </figure>Marian K. McKinley, 91, of Norton, KS passed away December 29, 2020 at the Andbe Home in Norton, Kansas. She was born August 11, 1929 in Goodland, Kansas to Charles and Kathryn (Harper) Current.Marian grew up in Goodland and attended Goodland Elementary and High School. She married Leonard McKinley on June 3, 1946 in Goodland. They lived in Pratt, Kansas and Gillette, Wyoming until settling in Norton, Kansas. Marian attended and volunteered at the Norton Christian Church. She was well known in the community as the “Pie Lady” with many people enjoying her pies, cakes, sweet breads and anything else people wanted. Marian was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Kathryn; husband, Leonard; son, Rick McKinley; brother, James (Carolyn) Current; sisters, Carol (Lloyd) Simmons and Twila Saloga; granddaughter, Amy and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her children: Toni (Allan) Tyler of Wyandotte, OK, Teri (David) Minton-McElderry of Salina and Rona (Rocky) Mapes of Thornton, Colorado; brother, Charles E. (Anne) Current of Cortez, CO; brother-in-law, Darrel Saloga of Hoyt Lake, MN; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Marian requested no service; instead she wanted a short graveside ceremony with a Celebration of Life later at the Eagles Lodge when family can attend in better weather. Cards and memorials to Marian McKinley may be mailed to Teri Minton PO Box 75, Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at www.enfieldfh.com

Marian K. McKinley

John Reynold Farrell, 91, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.

John was born on October 11, 1929, in Abbeyville, Louisiana, the son of James and Eunice (Herbert) Farrell.  He grew up in Graham County, Kansas and graduated from Palco High School in the class of 1947.  After high school he graduated from Fort Hays State University with a bachelor’s degree in education.  He moved to Russell, Kansas, in 1955, to take a job with the USD 407 school district, teaching elementary education.  He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Laureen Goetz on May 30th, 1956, in Victoria, Kansas.  From this union they were blessed with two children Joel and Lynn.  In 1956, John was selected to be the principal at Bickerdyke school and later also at Simpson school, and continued to work for the Russell public schools until he retired in 1993.  He was a longtime member of St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell.  He was also a longtime member of the Russell Rotary Club and the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240.  He enjoyed playing tennis and golf and spending time with friends.  Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. 

Surviving family include his wife, of 64 years, Laureen; son Joel Farrell and wife Janet of Boston, Massachusetts; daughter Lynn Farrell of Kansas City, Kansas; brothers Joe Farrell and wife Ellen of Hill City, Kansas, Bob Farrell and wife Donna of Hill City, Kansas and Larry Farrell and wife Anita of Olpie, Kansas; sisters are Sister Rose Farrell of Silver City, New Mexico, Marleen Dockins and husband Ronnie of Casper, Wyoming, Agnes Steichen of Madison, Wisconsin and Joan Dolen and husband Mike of Topeka, Kansas; 2 grandchildren Jacob and Javian Farrell.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Anna Riemann.

A funeral mass to celebrate John’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, January 05, 2021, at the St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell, Kansas.  Burial will follow at the St. Fidelis Catholic Cemetery in Victoria, Kansas.  Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Monday, January 04, 2021, at the mortuary.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>John Reynold Farrell, 91, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.John was born on October 11, 1929, in Abbeyville, Louisiana, the son of James and Eunice (Herbert) Farrell. He grew up in Graham County, Kansas and graduated from Palco High School in the class of 1947. After high school he graduated from Fort Hays State University with a bachelor’s degree in education. He moved to Russell, Kansas, in 1955, to take a job with the USD 407 school district, teaching elementary education. He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Laureen Goetz on May 30th, 1956, in Victoria, Kansas. From this union they were blessed with two children Joel and Lynn. In 1956, John was selected to be the principal at Bickerdyke school and later also at Simpson school, and continued to work for the Russell public schools until he retired in 1993. He was a longtime member of St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell. He was also a longtime member of the Russell Rotary Club and the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240. He enjoyed playing tennis and golf and spending time with friends. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. Surviving family include his wife, of 64 years, Laureen; son Joel Farrell and wife Janet of Boston, Massachusetts; daughter Lynn Farrell of Kansas City, Kansas; brothers Joe Farrell and wife Ellen of Hill City, Kansas, Bob Farrell and wife Donna of Hill City, Kansas and Larry Farrell and wife Anita of Olpie, Kansas; sisters are Sister Rose Farrell of Silver City, New Mexico, Marleen Dockins and husband Ronnie of Casper, Wyoming, Agnes Steichen of Madison, Wisconsin and Joan Dolen and husband Mike of Topeka, Kansas; 2 grandchildren Jacob and Javian Farrell.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Anna Riemann.A funeral mass to celebrate John’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, January 05, 2021, at the St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell, Kansas. Burial will follow at the St. Fidelis Catholic Cemetery in Victoria, Kansas. Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on Monday, January 04, 2021, at the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

John Reynold Farrell

Kensington resident Donald L. Suchsland passed away Dec. 30, 2020 
at the Downs Care &amp; Rehab in Downs, KS at the age of 82.&nbsp; He was 
born July 11, 1938 in Smith Center, the son of Merlin &amp; Stella 
(Gawart) Suchsland.

Survivors include his wife Janet of the home in Kensington; his son 
Mike of Agra; 2 daughters, Kristi Traffas of Manhattan, KS &amp; Dyann 
Collins of Alma, NE; 8 grandchildren &amp; 9 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 4 at 10:00 a.m. in the St.
 John Lutheran Church, Kensington, with Pastor Lorna Paulus officiating.
 The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the West Cedar Cemetery, Phillips 
County.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sat. &amp; 12:00 to 9:00 Sun. 
with the family receiving friends from 4:00 to 5:00 Sunday at the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kensington American Legion or the Church.

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 </figure>Kensington resident Donald L. Suchsland passed away Dec. 30, 2020 
at the Downs Care &amp; Rehab in Downs, KS at the age of 82.&nbsp; He was 
born July 11, 1938 in Smith Center, the son of Merlin &amp; Stella 
(Gawart) Suchsland.Survivors include his wife Janet of the home in Kensington; his son 
Mike of Agra; 2 daughters, Kristi Traffas of Manhattan, KS &amp; Dyann 
Collins of Alma, NE; 8 grandchildren &amp; 9 great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 4 at 10:00 a.m. in the St.
 John Lutheran Church, Kensington, with Pastor Lorna Paulus officiating.
 The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the West Cedar Cemetery, Phillips 
County.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sat. &amp; 12:00 to 9:00 Sun. 
with the family receiving friends from 4:00 to 5:00 Sunday at the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the Kensington American Legion or the Church.

Donald L. Suchsland

Denver Herren Richards

Louise Staab, age 98, of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Via Christi Assisted Living in Hays.

She was born October 27, 1922 in Ellis County to Henry and Clara (Pfannenstiel) Meier. She married Joseph A. Staab on August 9, 1950 in Antonino. He preceded her in death May 23, 2013. Louise was a homemaker. She enjoyed playing cards, baking, and spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church, Catherine Christian Mothers, Hays Daughters of Isabella and the Hays VFW Auxiliary. She is survived by two sons, Garry (JoAnn) of Hays and Dennis (Diane) of Basehor; six daughters, Barbara McCormick, Sharon Howard, Diana Staab, Pam Munsch (Cory) all of Hays, Donna Perez (Gabe) of Lenexa, and Joann Lang (Brian) of Shawnee; a son-in-law, Tom Pfannenstiel of WaKeeney; a brother, Ernie Meier of Hays; three sisters, Rosie Schmidt of Hays, Leota Legleiter and Berdy Herrman both of Great Bend, 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Wanda Pfannenstiel; brothers, Milton, Walter, Robert, and Ralph Meier; sisters, Tina Ross and Gladys Moore; sons-in-law, Bob McCormick and Chuck Howard, and three infant granddaughters. Due to COVID-19 concerns if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or online guestbook to share your condolences. Social distancing and wearing masks are suggested by family at the visitation and funeral services. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2 at St. Catherine Catholic Church, Catharine. Burial will follow in the St. Catherine Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Brock's Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601. Rosary service led by the Catharine Christian Mothers and Hays Daughters of Isabella will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday followed by a parish vigil at 7 p.m., all at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Catherine’s Church, HaysMed Hospice or Via Christi of Hays. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Louise Staab, age 98, of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Via Christi Assisted Living in Hays.She was born October 27, 1922 in Ellis County to Henry and Clara (Pfannenstiel) Meier. She married Joseph A. Staab on August 9, 1950 in Antonino. He preceded her in death May 23, 2013. Louise was a homemaker. She enjoyed playing cards, baking, and spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church, Catherine Christian Mothers, Hays Daughters of Isabella and the Hays VFW Auxiliary. She is survived by two sons, Garry (JoAnn) of Hays and Dennis (Diane) of Basehor; six daughters, Barbara McCormick, Sharon Howard, Diana Staab, Pam Munsch (Cory) all of Hays, Donna Perez (Gabe) of Lenexa, and Joann Lang (Brian) of Shawnee; a son-in-law, Tom Pfannenstiel of WaKeeney; a brother, Ernie Meier of Hays; three sisters, Rosie Schmidt of Hays, Leota Legleiter and Berdy Herrman both of Great Bend, 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Wanda Pfannenstiel; brothers, Milton, Walter, Robert, and Ralph Meier; sisters, Tina Ross and Gladys Moore; sons-in-law, Bob McCormick and Chuck Howard, and three infant granddaughters. Due to COVID-19 concerns if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or online guestbook to share your condolences. Social distancing and wearing masks are suggested by family at the visitation and funeral services. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2 at St. Catherine Catholic Church, Catharine. Burial will follow in the St. Catherine Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Brock's Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601. Rosary service led by the Catharine Christian Mothers and Hays Daughters of Isabella will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday followed by a parish vigil at 7 p.m., all at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Catherine’s Church, HaysMed Hospice or Via Christi of Hays. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Louise Staab

Joseph Edward Michael Snyder of Great Bend passed away of a non-COVID illness on Dec. 28 at the age of 67. He was known as Joe, Pops, Papa Joe, and Snyd by family, friends, and community.

Joseph was born in Quebec, Canada in 1953. After spending two and a half years in an orphanage, he was adopted by Harry and Melissa Snyder in 1955. This is a fact he was proud of and something he celebrated.

In 1976, Joseph earned his BS in Social Science from Kansas Wesleyan University where he met his Christie. Joe and Christie spent 42 years married and making their life and raising their two boys in Larned, St. John, and retired to Great Bend.

He taught social studies and coached at Larned Schools for 39 years where several generations of students knew him for his compassion, listening, short shorts, and disdain of freshman.

Joe was never one to sit still. His summers were spent doing construction, running the St. John and Larned pools, being a farmhand, and his true passion, being the chief biscuits and gravy maker at the Kansas State Fair for Wheatland Café.

Joe enjoyed the wind in his hair while riding his motorcycle, card games, teasing, and his grandkids. He was a connoisseur of all beef hot dogs, Dr. Pepper and homemade vanilla ice cream. He was an active member of whatever community he lived in. He was ornery, sincere, generous and a great friend.

Joseph is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Melissa Snyder of Arkansas City, and his sister Sharon Head (Snyder).

Joseph is survived by his wife Christie (Allen), sons Nathan (Anna), Luke (Shannon), and his grandchildren; Evan, Grace, Henry, Eliza, Maren, and Wesley.

A private family service will be 9:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Morita Truman presiding.

Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.

A public graveside will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 at Fairview Park Cemetery, St. John. We would kindly ask that those in attendance please wear a mask. Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

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

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 <figcaption>Joseph Edward Michael Snyder</figcaption>
 </figure>Joseph Edward Michael Snyder of Great Bend passed away of a non-COVID illness on Dec. 28 at the age of 67. He was known as Joe, Pops, Papa Joe, and Snyd by family, friends, and community.Joseph was born in Quebec, Canada in 1953. After spending two and a half years in an orphanage, he was adopted by Harry and Melissa Snyder in 1955. This is a fact he was proud of and something he celebrated.In 1976, Joseph earned his BS in Social Science from Kansas Wesleyan University where he met his Christie. Joe and Christie spent 42 years married and making their life and raising their two boys in Larned, St. John, and retired to Great Bend.He taught social studies and coached at Larned Schools for 39 years where several generations of students knew him for his compassion, listening, short shorts, and disdain of freshman.Joe was never one to sit still. His summers were spent doing construction, running the St. John and Larned pools, being a farmhand, and his true passion, being the chief biscuits and gravy maker at the Kansas State Fair for Wheatland Café.Joe enjoyed the wind in his hair while riding his motorcycle, card games, teasing, and his grandkids. He was a connoisseur of all beef hot dogs, Dr. Pepper and homemade vanilla ice cream. He was an active member of whatever community he lived in. He was ornery, sincere, generous and a great friend.Joseph is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Melissa Snyder of Arkansas City, and his sister Sharon Head (Snyder).Joseph is survived by his wife Christie (Allen), sons Nathan (Anna), Luke (Shannon), and his grandchildren; Evan, Grace, Henry, Eliza, Maren, and Wesley.A private family service will be 9:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Morita Truman presiding.Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.A public graveside will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 at Fairview Park Cemetery, St. John. We would kindly ask that those in attendance please wear a mask. Visitation will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.Memorials may be given to the Joseph Snyder Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Joseph Edward Michael Snyder

Marian K. McKinley, 91, of Norton passed away Dec. 29 at the Andbe Home in Norton.

She was born Aug. 11, 1929 in Goodland to Charles and Kathryn (Harper) Current.

Marian grew up in Goodland and attended Goodland Elementary and High School. She married Leonard McKinley on June 3, 1946 in Goodland. 

They lived in Pratt and Gillette, Wyo. until settling in Norton. Marian attended and volunteered at the Norton Christian Church. She was well known in the community as the “Pie Lady” with many people enjoying her pies, cakes, sweet breads and anything else people wanted. 

Marian was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Kathryn; husband, Leonard; son, Rick McKinley; brother, James (Carolyn) Current; sisters, Carol (Lloyd) Simmons and Twila Saloga; granddaughter, Amy and several nieces and nephews.

She is survived by her children: Toni (Allan) Tyler of Wyandotte, Okla., Teri (David) Minton-McElderry of Salina and Rona (Rocky) Mapes of Thornton, Colorado; brother, Charles E. (Anne) Current of Cortez, Colo.; brother-in-law, Darrel Saloga of Hoyt Lake, Minn.; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 

Marian requested no service; instead she wanted a short graveside ceremony with a Celebration of Life later at the Eagles Lodge when family can attend in better weather.

Cards and memorials to Marian McKinley may be mailed to Teri Minton PO Box 75, Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.enfieldfh.com">www.enfieldfh.com</a>.

Marian K. McKinley, 91, of Norton passed away Dec. 29 at the Andbe Home in Norton.She was born Aug. 11, 1929 in Goodland to Charles and Kathryn (Harper) Current.Marian grew up in Goodland and attended Goodland Elementary and High School. She married Leonard McKinley on June 3, 1946 in Goodland. They lived in Pratt and Gillette, Wyo. until settling in Norton. Marian attended and volunteered at the Norton Christian Church. She was well known in the community as the “Pie Lady” with many people enjoying her pies, cakes, sweet breads and anything else people wanted. Marian was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Kathryn; husband, Leonard; son, Rick McKinley; brother, James (Carolyn) Current; sisters, Carol (Lloyd) Simmons and Twila Saloga; granddaughter, Amy and several nieces and nephews.She is survived by her children: Toni (Allan) Tyler of Wyandotte, Okla., Teri (David) Minton-McElderry of Salina and Rona (Rocky) Mapes of Thornton, Colorado; brother, Charles E. (Anne) Current of Cortez, Colo.; brother-in-law, Darrel Saloga of Hoyt Lake, Minn.; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Marian requested no service; instead she wanted a short graveside ceremony with a Celebration of Life later at the Eagles Lodge when family can attend in better weather.Cards and memorials to Marian McKinley may be mailed to Teri Minton PO Box 75, Norton, KS 67654. Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.enfieldfh.com">www.enfieldfh.com</a>.

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 December 27, 2020

Marjorie V. (Morris) Rowe passed away Dec. 27, 2020 at the age of 98. She was born July 22, 1922 in Rural Bogue, Kan., to Frank and Blanche (Sandlin) Morris. She grew up in Hill City, Kan., where she graduated from high school and resided much of her life. She married Warren I. Rowe Nov. 18, 1952. They shared 59 years of marriage until Warren’s death Aug. 16, 2012. Together, they had one son, Tim.

Marjorie spent most of her life as a homemaker. She and Warren were active members of the Hill City Christian Church, where she played the piano and organ, as well as provided meals for funerals and other church functions.

Marjorie also volunteered for the Graham County Hospital Auxiliary. She was involved with two federated clubs. Marjorie and Warren were devoted grandparents, attending many sporting events, 4-H fairs, concerts, and any other activities their grandkids were involved in.

In 2010, Warren and Marjorie moved to Salina, Kan., where they attended Belmont Boulevard Christian Church. They enjoyed being closer to their family and getting to spend more time with them. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Warren, and her parents Frank and Blanche Morris.

She is survived by her son, Tim (Julie) Rowe of Salina, along with granddaughter Lauren (Dalton) Harman of Dallas, and grandson Matthew (Jocelyn) Rowe, and her great-granddaughter, Claire, of Olathe, Kan.

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 December 27, 2020 Marjorie V. (Morris) Rowe passed away Dec. 27, 2020 at the age of 98. She was born July 22, 1922 in Rural Bogue, Kan., to Frank and Blanche (Sandlin) Morris. She grew up in Hill City, Kan., where she graduated from high school and resided much of her life. She married Warren I. Rowe Nov. 18, 1952. They shared 59 years of marriage until Warren’s death Aug. 16, 2012. Together, they had one son, Tim.Marjorie spent most of her life as a homemaker. She and Warren were active members of the Hill City Christian Church, where she played the piano and organ, as well as provided meals for funerals and other church functions.Marjorie also volunteered for the Graham County Hospital Auxiliary. She was involved with two federated clubs. Marjorie and Warren were devoted grandparents, attending many sporting events, 4-H fairs, concerts, and any other activities their grandkids were involved in.In 2010, Warren and Marjorie moved to Salina, Kan., where they attended Belmont Boulevard Christian Church. They enjoyed being closer to their family and getting to spend more time with them. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Warren, and her parents Frank and Blanche Morris.She is survived by her son, Tim (Julie) Rowe of Salina, along with granddaughter Lauren (Dalton) Harman of Dallas, and grandson Matthew (Jocelyn) Rowe, and her great-granddaughter, Claire, of Olathe, Kan.

Marjorie V. Rowe

LARNED&nbsp; — M. Yvonne Scheuerman, 72, passed away Dec. 28, 2020 at Diversicare of Larned.&nbsp;

She was born Feb. 8, 1948 in Midwest City, Okla.; the daughter of Gerald and Zelma Gibbs Adkins.&nbsp; An area resident since 1988, moving from Texas.

She was of the Christian faith. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and enjoyed playing bingo.

Survivors include; four sons, Steven Pearson, Midwest City, Okla., Cayce Scheuerman, Pawnee Rock, Robert Scheuerman, Larned, and Donnie Pearson, Texas.

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

Memorials may be given to the Yvonne Scheuerman memorial fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Personal condolences may be left&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com/">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

LARNED&nbsp; — M. Yvonne Scheuerman, 72, passed away Dec. 28, 2020 at Diversicare of Larned.&nbsp;She was born Feb. 8, 1948 in Midwest City, Okla.; the daughter of Gerald and Zelma Gibbs Adkins.&nbsp; An area resident since 1988, moving from Texas.She was of the Christian faith. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and enjoyed playing bingo.Survivors include; four sons, Steven Pearson, Midwest City, Okla., Cayce Scheuerman, Pawnee Rock, Robert Scheuerman, Larned, and Donnie Pearson, Texas.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to the Yvonne Scheuerman memorial fund, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.Personal condolences may be left&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com/">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

M. Yvonne Scheuerman

Omar G. Staab – age 84, of Hays, Kansas died Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

He was born June 23, 1936, in Hays to Peter H. and Monica (Pfannenstiel) Staab. He married Pat (Hertel) on January 17, 1959, in Hays. This January they would of celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary.

He was a mail carrier for 36 years at the Hays Post Office. He grew up and attended school in Catharine. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays. He enjoyed woodworking, crossword puzzles, reading, going to baseball games and traveling. Omar was an avid Cardinals, Royals and Chiefs fan.

Survivors include his wife Pat, of the home; two sons, Michael Staab, Prairie Village; Craig Staab and wife, Rachel, Hays; three daughters, Joan Staab, Hays; Janet Jemison and husband, Bill, Pleasant Valley, Mo.; Lori Staab, Hays; eight grandchildren, Amy Davidson (Michael); Ryan Befort (Sarah); Paul Jemison (QiuXia); Rachel Scroggin (Michael); Abigail Staab; Bethany Schaefer (Nathan); Delaney Staab; Jesse Staab; four great-grandchildren, Beckett and Juliet Scroggin; Gemma Davidson; Liam Befort; two sisters-in-law, Sophie Staab, Chickasha, Okla.; and Suzanne Staab of Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Francis J., Gilbert; Ernest; Marvin, and Kenneth Staab; two sisters, Aggie Goetz; Angelita Legleiter; and one grandson, Adam Strong.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 18th and Vine, Hays. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.

A vigil service and Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturday, all at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

The family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas in care of the mortuary.

Due to the coronavirus if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or online guestbook. Social distancing and wearing masks will be required at the visitation and funeral services. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>Omar G. Staab – age 84, of Hays, Kansas died Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.He was born June 23, 1936, in Hays to Peter H. and Monica (Pfannenstiel) Staab. He married Pat (Hertel) on January 17, 1959, in Hays. This January they would of celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary.He was a mail carrier for 36 years at the Hays Post Office. He grew up and attended school in Catharine. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays. He enjoyed woodworking, crossword puzzles, reading, going to baseball games and traveling. Omar was an avid Cardinals, Royals and Chiefs fan.Survivors include his wife Pat, of the home; two sons, Michael Staab, Prairie Village; Craig Staab and wife, Rachel, Hays; three daughters, Joan Staab, Hays; Janet Jemison and husband, Bill, Pleasant Valley, Mo.; Lori Staab, Hays; eight grandchildren, Amy Davidson (Michael); Ryan Befort (Sarah); Paul Jemison (QiuXia); Rachel Scroggin (Michael); Abigail Staab; Bethany Schaefer (Nathan); Delaney Staab; Jesse Staab; four great-grandchildren, Beckett and Juliet Scroggin; Gemma Davidson; Liam Befort; two sisters-in-law, Sophie Staab, Chickasha, Okla.; and Suzanne Staab of Fla.He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Francis J., Gilbert; Ernest; Marvin, and Kenneth Staab; two sisters, Aggie Goetz; Angelita Legleiter; and one grandson, Adam Strong.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 18th and Vine, Hays. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.A vigil service and Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturday, all at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.The family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas in care of the mortuary.Due to the coronavirus if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or online guestbook. Social distancing and wearing masks will be required at the visitation and funeral services. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Omar G. Staab 

Delmer Lee Hembree Jr. age 53, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 
2020, in Amarillo, Texas. Delmer was born on March 24, 1967, in 
Brownwood, Texas to Delmer &amp; Jan Everett Hembree, Sr. 

Delmer was a 
diesel Mechanic. He enjoyed spending his free time riding his bike with 
his friends and attending countless motorcycle and car shows. If he 
wasn’t on his bike or wrenching on a project, he would be found spending
 time with his grandchildren.

Delmer was a member of the Pentecostal church. Delmer married Delores Hembree, she survives.

Survivors include Delmer’s wife, his mother, two daughters, Sondra 
Hembree &amp; Tyler Wishon of Leoti, Kansas and Tareena Hembree of 
Amarillo, Texas, one son, Skyler Hembree of Manhattan, Kansas, his 
siblings, Jimmy Lee Hembree of Huntsville, Texas, Mary Jane Hembree of 
Lufkin, Texas, Melanie Hembree of Lufkin, Texas, Tammy &amp; Jim Couch 
of Chillicothe, Texas, Sharon &amp; Sean Smith of Olustee, Oklahoma, and
 Dalton &amp; Susie Hembree of Seymour, Texas, and four grandchildren.

Delmer was preceded in death by his father and his brother, Dennis Lee Hembree.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the Christ Covenant Church in Leoti, Kansas.

Burial will be in the Saint Mary Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to the Toys for Tots - Amarillo, Texas in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

Delmer Lee Hembree Jr. age 53, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 
2020, in Amarillo, Texas. Delmer was born on March 24, 1967, in 
Brownwood, Texas to Delmer &amp; Jan Everett Hembree, Sr. Delmer was a 
diesel Mechanic. He enjoyed spending his free time riding his bike with 
his friends and attending countless motorcycle and car shows. If he 
wasn’t on his bike or wrenching on a project, he would be found spending
 time with his grandchildren.Delmer was a member of the Pentecostal church. Delmer married Delores Hembree, she survives.Survivors include Delmer’s wife, his mother, two daughters, Sondra 
Hembree &amp; Tyler Wishon of Leoti, Kansas and Tareena Hembree of 
Amarillo, Texas, one son, Skyler Hembree of Manhattan, Kansas, his 
siblings, Jimmy Lee Hembree of Huntsville, Texas, Mary Jane Hembree of 
Lufkin, Texas, Melanie Hembree of Lufkin, Texas, Tammy &amp; Jim Couch 
of Chillicothe, Texas, Sharon &amp; Sean Smith of Olustee, Oklahoma, and
 Dalton &amp; Susie Hembree of Seymour, Texas, and four grandchildren.Delmer was preceded in death by his father and his brother, Dennis Lee Hembree.Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the Christ Covenant Church in Leoti, Kansas.Burial will be in the Saint Mary Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas.Memorials may be given to the Toys for Tots - Amarillo, Texas in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

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