Twila D. Beydler, age 86, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, WaKeeney.&nbsp; She was born July 6, 1934, in Webster County, Nebraska, to Loland and Sarah (Williams) Bartley. &nbsp;

On November 23, 1954, Twila was united in marriage to Bernard D. Beydler, in San Diego, California.&nbsp; They enjoyed 56 years of marriage together, before his death on January 24, 2011.&nbsp; Moving to WaKeeney in 1973, she was co-owner of WaKeeney Truck Line Inc. where she had served as secretary, bookkeeper and all-around boss since 1982.&nbsp; Twila was known to everyone associated with the business as “Gramma”.

Twila enjoyed watching Nascar and KU basketball on TV, and going to see late model dirt track racing in person.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in sporting and various other events whenever she could be in attendance.

Twila loved to spend time fishing.&nbsp; She spent many long hours on the water catching everything from catfish to white bass and wipers.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed the extended fishing trips with family to Lake Texoma to catch stripers.&nbsp; Even though she normally did not catch the most fish, it was known by all that she usually caught the biggest.

Left to mourn her passing are three children, Larry (Carla) Beydler, Rhonda (Robert) Whisler, and Alvin (Becky) Beydler, all of WaKeeney; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-nine great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Darral (Patti) Bartley, Alan (Donna) Bartley, and Jerry (Julie) Bartley; sister, Sharon (Larry) Kaslon; and sisters-in-law, Betty Beydler and Kay Bartley.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Gary Lee Beydler; a sister Marjorie Michalek; two brothers, Bill Bartley, and Bob Bartley; brother-in-law, Kenneth Beydler, sister-in-law, Lorraine Bartley; and granddaughter, Sara Shubert Starr.

She will always be remembered by her many grandchildren, because “Gramma gives the best hugs!!”

Graveside funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery.&nbsp; Due to COVID-19 precautions, masks and social distancing are highly recommended.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening, from 5:00 to 7:00 at the funeral home in WaKeeney.&nbsp; Masks are highly recommended. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery.&nbsp; Donations made to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS&nbsp; 67672.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Twila D. Beydler, age 86, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, WaKeeney.&nbsp; She was born July 6, 1934, in Webster County, Nebraska, to Loland and Sarah (Williams) Bartley. &nbsp;On November 23, 1954, Twila was united in marriage to Bernard D. Beydler, in San Diego, California.&nbsp; They enjoyed 56 years of marriage together, before his death on January 24, 2011.&nbsp; Moving to WaKeeney in 1973, she was co-owner of WaKeeney Truck Line Inc. where she had served as secretary, bookkeeper and all-around boss since 1982.&nbsp; Twila was known to everyone associated with the business as “Gramma”.Twila enjoyed watching Nascar and KU basketball on TV, and going to see late model dirt track racing in person.&nbsp; She enjoyed watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in sporting and various other events whenever she could be in attendance.Twila loved to spend time fishing.&nbsp; She spent many long hours on the water catching everything from catfish to white bass and wipers.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed the extended fishing trips with family to Lake Texoma to catch stripers.&nbsp; Even though she normally did not catch the most fish, it was known by all that she usually caught the biggest.Left to mourn her passing are three children, Larry (Carla) Beydler, Rhonda (Robert) Whisler, and Alvin (Becky) Beydler, all of WaKeeney; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-nine great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Darral (Patti) Bartley, Alan (Donna) Bartley, and Jerry (Julie) Bartley; sister, Sharon (Larry) Kaslon; and sisters-in-law, Betty Beydler and Kay Bartley.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Gary Lee Beydler; a sister Marjorie Michalek; two brothers, Bill Bartley, and Bob Bartley; brother-in-law, Kenneth Beydler, sister-in-law, Lorraine Bartley; and granddaughter, Sara Shubert Starr.She will always be remembered by her many grandchildren, because “Gramma gives the best hugs!!”Graveside funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery.&nbsp; Due to COVID-19 precautions, masks and social distancing are highly recommended.Visitation will be Tuesday evening, from 5:00 to 7:00 at the funeral home in WaKeeney.&nbsp; Masks are highly recommended. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery.&nbsp; Donations made to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS&nbsp; 67672.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Twila D. Beydler

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Judith B McClure, 81, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Penrose St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO.

Judith was born on November 17, 1939 in Goodland, KS to Warren William and Lois Marguerite (Hooper) Berringer.&nbsp; She was one of four children.&nbsp; She attended school in Goodland and graduated from Sherman Community High School in 1957.&nbsp; She completed one year of college at Fort Hays State University.

On November 30, 1958, she married James Butler (JB) McClure III in Goodland, KS.&nbsp; To this union, three children were born; Mitch, Mike and Mark.&nbsp; Judith worked for many years as a bookkeeper alongside her husband JB for the family business, McClure Plumbing and Heating.&nbsp; After JB’s death, she continued working with Mitch and Mike until her untimely death.

Judith loved her family and grandchildren.&nbsp; She also enjoyed spending time at the lake, bowling, playing cards; and had a special love for celebrating Holidays and Birthdays with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a member and past President of the Kansas Plumbing, Heating &amp; Cooling Contractors Association Ladies Auxiliary and a member of the Goodland United Methodist Church.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Bill and Lois Berringer, her husband JB, one son Mark, her daughter-in-law Suzanne McClure, her sister Diane Workman, brother Warren Berringer, her brother and sister-in-law William and Judy Berringer and brother-in-law Robert McClure.

She is survived by her two sons Mitch (Jamie) McClure of Colby, KS, Mike McClure of Goodland, KS, five grandchildren Lindsey (Zach) Peterson of Norton, KS, Tanner (Gentry) McClure of Independence, KS, Lincoln (Summer) McClure of Manhattan, KS, Taylor (Alecia Coday) McClure of Lawrence, KS and Scott McClure of Goodland, KS; as well as 8 great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by a sister-in-law Jan Berringer of Topeka, KS and a brother-in-law Ernie Workman of Goodland, KS and numerous close family members, cousins, nieces, nephews and many many friends.&nbsp; She was much loved and will be greatly missed.

Memorial services for Judith will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 10:30 AM MT at the Goodland United Methodist Church with Pastor Zach Anderson officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Memorial contributions may be designated to Goodland United Methodist Church 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>.

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

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 </figure>Lifelong Goodland, KS resident Judith B McClure, 81, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Penrose St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO.Judith was born on November 17, 1939 in Goodland, KS to Warren William and Lois Marguerite (Hooper) Berringer.&nbsp; She was one of four children.&nbsp; She attended school in Goodland and graduated from Sherman Community High School in 1957.&nbsp; She completed one year of college at Fort Hays State University.On November 30, 1958, she married James Butler (JB) McClure III in Goodland, KS.&nbsp; To this union, three children were born; Mitch, Mike and Mark.&nbsp; Judith worked for many years as a bookkeeper alongside her husband JB for the family business, McClure Plumbing and Heating.&nbsp; After JB’s death, she continued working with Mitch and Mike until her untimely death.Judith loved her family and grandchildren.&nbsp; She also enjoyed spending time at the lake, bowling, playing cards; and had a special love for celebrating Holidays and Birthdays with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a member and past President of the Kansas Plumbing, Heating &amp; Cooling Contractors Association Ladies Auxiliary and a member of the Goodland United Methodist Church.Preceding her in death were her parents, Bill and Lois Berringer, her husband JB, one son Mark, her daughter-in-law Suzanne McClure, her sister Diane Workman, brother Warren Berringer, her brother and sister-in-law William and Judy Berringer and brother-in-law Robert McClure.She is survived by her two sons Mitch (Jamie) McClure of Colby, KS, Mike McClure of Goodland, KS, five grandchildren Lindsey (Zach) Peterson of Norton, KS, Tanner (Gentry) McClure of Independence, KS, Lincoln (Summer) McClure of Manhattan, KS, Taylor (Alecia Coday) McClure of Lawrence, KS and Scott McClure of Goodland, KS; as well as 8 great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by a sister-in-law Jan Berringer of Topeka, KS and a brother-in-law Ernie Workman of Goodland, KS and numerous close family members, cousins, nieces, nephews and many many friends.&nbsp; She was much loved and will be greatly missed.Memorial services for Judith will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 10:30 AM MT at the Goodland United Methodist Church with Pastor Zach Anderson officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.Memorial contributions may be designated to Goodland United Methodist Church 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>.Memorial services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Judith McClure

Dona Dee Carpenter, age 94, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020,
 at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
May 8, 1926, in Scott County, Kansas, the daughter of Leo R. &amp; Alice
 Goertz Jewell.&nbsp; Dona was a lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, and
 was a homemaker.

She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and UMW both in
 Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; Dona was a very active member of the community, 
serving on the Park Lane Nursing Home Board for over 30 years, Community
 Concert Board in Garden City, Kansas, farming with her family, was a 
Pink Lady for the Hospital Auxiliary, active with the Community 
Foundation, and cooked funeral dinners and other activities at the 
church.&nbsp; She also loved to travel, share meals with friends and family, 
and enjoyed going to all the grandchildren’s events.&nbsp; Dona received the 
Volunteer of the Year award, Girl Scout Leader, and also donated the 
land for the Veteran’s Memorial on 5th street.

On July 20, 1944, she married William G. Carpenter in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on December 27, 1996, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Survivors include her One Daughter - Jackie &amp; Roger John of 
Phillipsburg, Kansas, Six Grandchildren - Bill &amp; Kandi John of Scott
 City, Kansas, Lori Stephens of Brock, Texas, Todd &amp; Kim John of 
Bolivar, Missouri, Lisa &amp; Ryan Long of Parker, Colorado, Megan John 
of Stanley, North Carolina, Liz O’Bleness &amp; Eric Tanner of New 
Orleans, Louisiana, Eleven Great Grandchildren, and Eleven Great Great 
Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, One Daughter - Gloria O’Bleness, Two Sisters, and Two Brothers.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 
2020, at the First United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with 
Rev. Larry Danforth presiding.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on 
Facebook at Price and Sons Funeral Home page starting at 1:55 p.m. 
Tuesday, December 29, 2020.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas

Memorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Park Lane Nursing Home in care of Price and Sons Funeral Homes.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, December 
28, 2020 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas

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 </figure>Dona Dee Carpenter, age 94, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020,
 at the Park Lane Nursing Home in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born on 
May 8, 1926, in Scott County, Kansas, the daughter of Leo R. &amp; Alice
 Goertz Jewell.&nbsp; Dona was a lifetime resident of Scott City, Kansas, and
 was a homemaker.She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and UMW both in
 Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; Dona was a very active member of the community, 
serving on the Park Lane Nursing Home Board for over 30 years, Community
 Concert Board in Garden City, Kansas, farming with her family, was a 
Pink Lady for the Hospital Auxiliary, active with the Community 
Foundation, and cooked funeral dinners and other activities at the 
church.&nbsp; She also loved to travel, share meals with friends and family, 
and enjoyed going to all the grandchildren’s events.&nbsp; Dona received the 
Volunteer of the Year award, Girl Scout Leader, and also donated the 
land for the Veteran’s Memorial on 5th street.On July 20, 1944, she married William G. Carpenter in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He passed away on December 27, 1996, in Lincoln, Nebraska.Survivors include her One Daughter - Jackie &amp; Roger John of 
Phillipsburg, Kansas, Six Grandchildren - Bill &amp; Kandi John of Scott
 City, Kansas, Lori Stephens of Brock, Texas, Todd &amp; Kim John of 
Bolivar, Missouri, Lisa &amp; Ryan Long of Parker, Colorado, Megan John 
of Stanley, North Carolina, Liz O’Bleness &amp; Eric Tanner of New 
Orleans, Louisiana, Eleven Great Grandchildren, and Eleven Great Great 
Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, One Daughter - Gloria O’Bleness, Two Sisters, and Two Brothers.Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 
2020, at the First United Methodist Church in Scott City, Kansas with 
Rev. Larry Danforth presiding.&nbsp; Services will be streamed live on 
Facebook at Price and Sons Funeral Home page starting at 1:55 p.m. 
Tuesday, December 29, 2020.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, KansasMemorials in Lieu of Flowers can be made to the Park Lane Nursing Home in care of Price and Sons Funeral Homes.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, December 
28, 2020 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas

Dona Dee Carpenter

Mark Adams Fick, 61, passed away December 22, 2020, at his home in 
Great Bend. He was born February 7, 1959, at Abilene, to Gilbert and 
Florence (Adams) Fick. Mark and Darleta Chism have been together for 
twelve years.

Coming from Abilene in 1984, Mark was a Great Bend resident. He was a
 night stockman for Walmart. Mark enjoyed hot wheels, flea markets, and 
garage sales.

Survivors include, his wife, Darleta Chism of the home; three sons, 
Ben Shumate of Ellinwood, William Fields and wife Amanda of Seward, and 
Travis Chism of Great Bend; two daughters, Shaminy Clone, and Stacie 
Murray and husband Mike, all of Great Bend; a brother, Neldon Fick of 
Ellsworth; three sisters, Karen Wenger of Salina, Lynette Snyder and 
husband Jim of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Marlene Frederick of Salina; 
his grandchildren, Aaron Shumate, Bradley Shumate, Hadleigh Shumate 
Thorne, Damien Clone, Domynick Clone, Jaylynn Clone, Mario Leon, Shelby 
Turner Fields, Shadow Meyers, William Fields Jr., Marcus Fields, Lucian 
Fields, Emilie Murray, Jacob Murray, Maddie Murray, Tate Murray, Bayne 
Chism, and Ryley Chism; and great grandchildren, Nataleigh Murray, Noahh
 Murray, and Nyler Murray; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded 
in death by his parents; a daughter, Jayne Shumate; and two brothers, 
Marvin Fick and John Fick.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., Monday, December 28, 
2020 at Bryant Funeral Home. Cremation will take place after the 
visitation and no service will be held. Memorials have been designated 
for Mark’s medical bills, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Mark Adams Fick, 61, passed away December 22, 2020, at his home in 
Great Bend. He was born February 7, 1959, at Abilene, to Gilbert and 
Florence (Adams) Fick. Mark and Darleta Chism have been together for 
twelve years.Coming from Abilene in 1984, Mark was a Great Bend resident. He was a
 night stockman for Walmart. Mark enjoyed hot wheels, flea markets, and 
garage sales.Survivors include, his wife, Darleta Chism of the home; three sons, 
Ben Shumate of Ellinwood, William Fields and wife Amanda of Seward, and 
Travis Chism of Great Bend; two daughters, Shaminy Clone, and Stacie 
Murray and husband Mike, all of Great Bend; a brother, Neldon Fick of 
Ellsworth; three sisters, Karen Wenger of Salina, Lynette Snyder and 
husband Jim of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Marlene Frederick of Salina; 
his grandchildren, Aaron Shumate, Bradley Shumate, Hadleigh Shumate 
Thorne, Damien Clone, Domynick Clone, Jaylynn Clone, Mario Leon, Shelby 
Turner Fields, Shadow Meyers, William Fields Jr., Marcus Fields, Lucian 
Fields, Emilie Murray, Jacob Murray, Maddie Murray, Tate Murray, Bayne 
Chism, and Ryley Chism; and great grandchildren, Nataleigh Murray, Noahh
 Murray, and Nyler Murray; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded 
in death by his parents; a daughter, Jayne Shumate; and two brothers, 
Marvin Fick and John Fick.Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., Monday, December 28, 
2020 at Bryant Funeral Home. Cremation will take place after the 
visitation and no service will be held. Memorials have been designated 
for Mark’s medical bills, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Mark Adams Fick

Lennox Jay Denny, infant son of Kira Jo Denny died Monday, December 21, 2020, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

He is survived by his mother, of the home; his grandparents, Clifford and Laura (Maddux) Denny, Hays, KS; his ommer, Carl Denny, Hays, KS.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

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

Lennox Jay Denny, infant son of Kira Jo Denny died Monday, December 21, 2020, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.He is survived by his mother, of the home; his grandparents, Clifford and Laura (Maddux) Denny, Hays, KS; his ommer, Carl Denny, Hays, KS.A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E 22nd, Hays, Kansas&nbsp; 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Lennox Jay Denny

Marilyn Mills, age 67, of Gorham, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital, Russell, Kansas.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

Marilyn Mills, age 67, of Gorham, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital, Russell, Kansas.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

Marilyn Mills

On Thursday, December 17, 2020, Garnis William Hagen passed away at the age of 78. 

He was
born on May 17, 1942, in Ellis, Kansas, to William and Lena Hagen. Even as a youngster, he
developed strong connections with everyone he met. It was during those years that he
began to display his talent for telling interesting and animated stories.


At the age of 18, Garnis moved to Fremont, Nebraska, to attend Midland College. While in
school, he not only worked but lived in the local mortuary. He drove both the hearse and the
ambulance depending on the situation at hand. This unique experience provided a strong
foundation for many of his classic tales.
Garnis met his wife Suzi, at college and they married on May 31, 1964. They spent 51 years
traveling the globe. They accumulated fascinating friends and years worth of laughinducing
experiences which Garnis would tell with gusto the rest of his life. His early
career included filming and photography in Colorado while working on his Master’s Degree at
the University of Denver. 

For several years, he worked for the American Quarter Horse
Association in Amarillo, Texas, where his son Ty was born. In 1979, Garnis moved to Fairfield,
Connecticut, to begin a career of over 20 years in marketing at United States Tobacco Company
(UST). At UST, Garnis built lasting relationships with many in the company and those that he
worked with across all types of events including racing and rodeo. After retirement, he
and Suzi settled in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Garnis had a passion for the outdoors, horses and life. 

In retirement, you would often find him
on the back of a horse, working cattle at San Cristobal, a Singleton Ranch. He extended his
generosity and warm spirit to everyone that he met, and he continued sharing his experiences to
the end. These stories were rarely short and yet were welcomed with a smile that often
transformed into laughter. He loved to impart life lessons, and many would reach out to him for
guidance. Sometimes the tips included basic pearls such as, “Don’t eat yellow snow,” and other
times he gave pivotal words of wisdom that changed people’s lives for the better. 

No matter
what type of advice was given, you were a better person for knowing Garnis. Through it all,
Garnis never forgot his roots.


Garnis was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lena Hagen, and his wife
Suzi. 

He is survived by his son Ty, daughter-in-law Susie and granddaughter Kaitlyn,
as well as relations in Kansas and a wide range of friends across the United States. In
his last few years, he met Linda Milanesi, who was a friend and companion for the rest
of his life.
A private graveside service will be held on December 23, 2020, in Boulder, Colorado. The
family is eager to have a celebration of life and share stories in Garnis’ style in the fall of 2021.
In lieu of flowers, please honor Garnis as you see fit either in spirit or as a donation to a
charity of your choice.

A graveside service for Garnis will be held 
Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Mountain View Memorial Park,
 3016 Kalmia Ave, Boulder, CO 80301. A burial will occur at Mountain 
View Memorial Park. 

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at <a href="https://www.cristmortuary.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.cristmortuary.com</a> for the Hagen family.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>On Thursday, December 17, 2020, Garnis William Hagen passed away at the age of 78. He was
born on May 17, 1942, in Ellis, Kansas, to William and Lena Hagen. Even as a youngster, he
developed strong connections with everyone he met. It was during those years that he
began to display his talent for telling interesting and animated stories.
At the age of 18, Garnis moved to Fremont, Nebraska, to attend Midland College. While in
school, he not only worked but lived in the local mortuary. He drove both the hearse and the
ambulance depending on the situation at hand. This unique experience provided a strong
foundation for many of his classic tales.
Garnis met his wife Suzi, at college and they married on May 31, 1964. They spent 51 years
traveling the globe. They accumulated fascinating friends and years worth of laughinducing
experiences which Garnis would tell with gusto the rest of his life. His early
career included filming and photography in Colorado while working on his Master’s Degree at
the University of Denver. For several years, he worked for the American Quarter Horse
Association in Amarillo, Texas, where his son Ty was born. In 1979, Garnis moved to Fairfield,
Connecticut, to begin a career of over 20 years in marketing at United States Tobacco Company
(UST). At UST, Garnis built lasting relationships with many in the company and those that he
worked with across all types of events including racing and rodeo. After retirement, he
and Suzi settled in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Garnis had a passion for the outdoors, horses and life. In retirement, you would often find him
on the back of a horse, working cattle at San Cristobal, a Singleton Ranch. He extended his
generosity and warm spirit to everyone that he met, and he continued sharing his experiences to
the end. These stories were rarely short and yet were welcomed with a smile that often
transformed into laughter. He loved to impart life lessons, and many would reach out to him for
guidance. Sometimes the tips included basic pearls such as, “Don’t eat yellow snow,” and other
times he gave pivotal words of wisdom that changed people’s lives for the better. No matter
what type of advice was given, you were a better person for knowing Garnis. Through it all,
Garnis never forgot his roots.
Garnis was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lena Hagen, and his wife
Suzi. He is survived by his son Ty, daughter-in-law Susie and granddaughter Kaitlyn,
as well as relations in Kansas and a wide range of friends across the United States. In
his last few years, he met Linda Milanesi, who was a friend and companion for the rest
of his life.
A private graveside service will be held on December 23, 2020, in Boulder, Colorado. The
family is eager to have a celebration of life and share stories in Garnis’ style in the fall of 2021.
In lieu of flowers, please honor Garnis as you see fit either in spirit or as a donation to a
charity of your choice.A graveside service for Garnis will be held 
Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Mountain View Memorial Park,
 3016 Kalmia Ave, Boulder, CO 80301. A burial will occur at Mountain 
View Memorial Park. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at <a href="https://www.cristmortuary.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.cristmortuary.com</a> for the Hagen family.

Garnis William Hagen

Eleanor Louise Miller, 102, passed away December 22, 2020, at 
Brookdale Senior Living, Great Bend. She was born October 5, 1918, at 
Alden, to Willis L. &amp; Chloe G. (Johnson) Hamilton. She married 
Harold Robert Thomas. He died November 14, 1982. She then married Robert
 Earl Miller in Grand Junction, Colo. He died December 22, 2002.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Eleanor was a teacher. She was a 
founding member of the Tuesday Prayer Group. Eleanor enjoyed bingo and 
playing the card game Kings on the Corner, but she especially loved 
spending time with her family.

Survivors include, a son, David Thomas and wife Dawn of Great Bend; a
 daughter, Carolyn Huslig and husband David of Grand Junction, Colo.; 
nine grandchildren, Joshua Huslig, Jennifer West and husband Mike, 
Jordan Huslig and wife Lindsey, Brandon Thomas and wife Chelsi, Tina 
Thomas, Meisha Zimmerman and husband Jonathan, Lucas Herl and wife 
Lindsey, Heather Thomas, and Darin Thomas; and thirteen great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, 
Harold Robert Thomas, and Robert Earl Miller; a son, Stephen Thomas; a 
brother, Charles Hamilton; and a sister, Edith Bartoo.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 
2020 at Bryant Funeral Home. Due to COVID19, a private family services 
with be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 28, 2020, at Bryant Funeral
 Home, with Pastor David Huslig and Pastor Mike West presiding. A public
 livestream of the service will be available under Eleanor’s obituary at
 <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>. Interment will 
be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Great Bend
 Senior Center or Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608743749031.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Eleanor Louise Miller, 102, passed away December 22, 2020, at 
Brookdale Senior Living, Great Bend. She was born October 5, 1918, at 
Alden, to Willis L. &amp; Chloe G. (Johnson) Hamilton. She married 
Harold Robert Thomas. He died November 14, 1982. She then married Robert
 Earl Miller in Grand Junction, Colo. He died December 22, 2002.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Eleanor was a teacher. She was a 
founding member of the Tuesday Prayer Group. Eleanor enjoyed bingo and 
playing the card game Kings on the Corner, but she especially loved 
spending time with her family.Survivors include, a son, David Thomas and wife Dawn of Great Bend; a
 daughter, Carolyn Huslig and husband David of Grand Junction, Colo.; 
nine grandchildren, Joshua Huslig, Jennifer West and husband Mike, 
Jordan Huslig and wife Lindsey, Brandon Thomas and wife Chelsi, Tina 
Thomas, Meisha Zimmerman and husband Jonathan, Lucas Herl and wife 
Lindsey, Heather Thomas, and Darin Thomas; and thirteen great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, 
Harold Robert Thomas, and Robert Earl Miller; a son, Stephen Thomas; a 
brother, Charles Hamilton; and a sister, Edith Bartoo.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 
2020 at Bryant Funeral Home. Due to COVID19, a private family services 
with be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 28, 2020, at Bryant Funeral
 Home, with Pastor David Huslig and Pastor Mike West presiding. A public
 livestream of the service will be available under Eleanor’s obituary at
 <a href="http://www.bryantfh.net">www.bryantfh.net</a>. Interment will 
be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Great Bend
 Senior Center or Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Eleanor Louise Miller

Dr. Eugene C. “Bud” Jarus, 91, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, 
December 22, 2020. He was born January 16, 1929 at home in Wilson, KS, 
the only child of Emil C. and Mayme E. (Soukup) Jarus.&nbsp; 

As a young boy he proudly earned the honor of becoming an Eagle 
Scout, an achievement he spoke about often throughout his life.&nbsp; 

After graduation from Wilson High School with the classs of 1947, 
Bud attended the University of Kansas in Lawrence for two years, 
Conception Seminary College in Conception, MO, and Fort Hays State 
University, earning an AB in Economics.&nbsp; 

Bud served three and a half years in the US Army, 51st ARMD ENGR 
BN, two of which were as Company Commander of Company B. He was a member
 of the Wilson American Legion Post 262, participating in Memorial Day 
services as Reader of the Roll Call.&nbsp; 

Bud married Lucille Marie Ney on June 8, 1957, in Wilson. She 
preceded him in death, in April of 2017, just two month before their 
60th anniversary.&nbsp; 

Bud attended the University of Missouri Kansas City Dental School. 
Upon graduation, Bud and Lu settled in Ellsworth, where he practiced 
dentistry for 30 years until retirement in 1990. They were both active 
members of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, where he was involved in the 
choir and Knights of Columbus for many years. They enjoyed Fine Arts, 
and serving in any capacity needed in local organizations.&nbsp; 

Doc was an avid fisherman who spent many hours on area lakes and 
rivers with friends and family, boating, and displaying he and Lu’s 
endless spirit of hospitality. Both enjoyed traveling in the States and 
overseas. They spent countless hours invested in family activities. 
Everyone will miss his quick wit, sense of humor, appreciation of a good
 joke, laughter, the great parties, and his dedication to helping people
 through dentistry. He would tell us all to "KEEP SMILING.”

Doc is survived by his two daughters, Melanie Davis and Amy 
Stonebraker (Ken) both of Salina; six grandchildren, Angela Peterson of 
Smolan, Jordan Davis of Colorado Springs, CO, Jessica Olson (Josh) of 
Salina, Nicole Davis of Colorado Springs, Justin Stonebraker (Tierra 
Lundgren) of Salina, and Micaela Davis of Salina; nine great 
grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. He was preceded in 
death by his parents; beloved wife Lucille, and his aunt Anna M. Soukup,
 whom he was very close to.&nbsp;

 Visitation: 5-7 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Parsons Funeral 
Home, Ellsworth with vigil/rosary service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Masks 
will be required.&nbsp; A private funeral mass will take place at St. Wenceslaus Catholic 
Church, Wilson with burial following at the Wilson Catholic Cemetery 
with military honors.

Memorial contributions can be made to Catholic Charities or the 
Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45,
 Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608739389014.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Dr. Eugene C. “Bud” Jarus, 91, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, 
December 22, 2020. He was born January 16, 1929 at home in Wilson, KS, 
the only child of Emil C. and Mayme E. (Soukup) Jarus.&nbsp; As a young boy he proudly earned the honor of becoming an Eagle 
Scout, an achievement he spoke about often throughout his life.&nbsp; After graduation from Wilson High School with the classs of 1947, 
Bud attended the University of Kansas in Lawrence for two years, 
Conception Seminary College in Conception, MO, and Fort Hays State 
University, earning an AB in Economics.&nbsp; Bud served three and a half years in the US Army, 51st ARMD ENGR 
BN, two of which were as Company Commander of Company B. He was a member
 of the Wilson American Legion Post 262, participating in Memorial Day 
services as Reader of the Roll Call.&nbsp; Bud married Lucille Marie Ney on June 8, 1957, in Wilson. She 
preceded him in death, in April of 2017, just two month before their 
60th anniversary.&nbsp; Bud attended the University of Missouri Kansas City Dental School. 
Upon graduation, Bud and Lu settled in Ellsworth, where he practiced 
dentistry for 30 years until retirement in 1990. They were both active 
members of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, where he was involved in the 
choir and Knights of Columbus for many years. They enjoyed Fine Arts, 
and serving in any capacity needed in local organizations.&nbsp; Doc was an avid fisherman who spent many hours on area lakes and 
rivers with friends and family, boating, and displaying he and Lu’s 
endless spirit of hospitality. Both enjoyed traveling in the States and 
overseas. They spent countless hours invested in family activities. 
Everyone will miss his quick wit, sense of humor, appreciation of a good
 joke, laughter, the great parties, and his dedication to helping people
 through dentistry. He would tell us all to "KEEP SMILING.”Doc is survived by his two daughters, Melanie Davis and Amy 
Stonebraker (Ken) both of Salina; six grandchildren, Angela Peterson of 
Smolan, Jordan Davis of Colorado Springs, CO, Jessica Olson (Josh) of 
Salina, Nicole Davis of Colorado Springs, Justin Stonebraker (Tierra 
Lundgren) of Salina, and Micaela Davis of Salina; nine great 
grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. He was preceded in 
death by his parents; beloved wife Lucille, and his aunt Anna M. Soukup,
 whom he was very close to.&nbsp; Visitation: 5-7 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Parsons Funeral 
Home, Ellsworth with vigil/rosary service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Masks 
will be required.&nbsp; A private funeral mass will take place at St. Wenceslaus Catholic 
Church, Wilson with burial following at the Wilson Catholic Cemetery 
with military honors.Memorial contributions can be made to Catholic Charities or the 
Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45,
 Ellsworth, KS 67439.&nbsp;

Dr. Eugene C. 'Bud' Jarus

Armella M. Schmidt, 94, Hays, died Sunday, December 20, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Hays surrounded by her family.

She was born July 4, 1926 on the family
 farm in Vincent the daughter of Henry M. and Catherine E. (Dechant) 
Huser.&nbsp; She graduated from Victoria High School in 1946 and received 
certification in nutrition and health.&nbsp; Armella worked in the pet 
department at Woolworths and was a cook at Alafern Nursing Home in 
Russell, Gorham Schools, and at Cedar View Assisted Living, retiring at 
the age of 83.&nbsp; On November 23, 1948 she was united in marriage to 
Severin Riedel, and they celebrated nearly 31 years of marriage before 
he preceded her in death on October 15, 1979.&nbsp; She married Roy Nuss on 
June 5, 1982, and he preceded her in death.&nbsp; On July 3, 2000 she was 
united in marriage to Marcellus V. Schmidt, and they celebrated 13 years
 of marriage before he preceded her in death on February 24, 2014.&nbsp; She 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, American Legion Auxiliary 
#173, and a former member of the Hays VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp; Armella loved her 
home and family, enjoyed reading, cooking and baking, and was a strong, 
faith-filled Catholic woman.&nbsp; She had a huge capacity to love and always
 appreciated the help of others.&nbsp; Her friends and family always looked 
forward to 3:00 coffee and snacks at Armella’s, her cinnamon rolls, and 
Thanksgiving dinners, which she helped cook even at age 91.

Survivors include two sons: Mark Riedel
 and wife Miechel’le of Whispering Pines, NC and Patrick Riedel and wife
 Diana of Russell, a daughter: Melesia Roberts and husband Daniel of 
Hays, two step-sons: Francis F. Schmidt and wife Miko of Mulvane and 
Marcellus E. Schmidt and wife Mary of Plainfield, IN, two 
step-daughters: JoAnn Braun and husband Leroy of Victoria, and Benita 
Quimby and husband Dean of Derby, a brother: Leon Huser of Vincent, 
three sisters: Stella Braun and Arlene Wittman and husband Warren, all 
of Victoria, and Henrietta Herl of Salina, two sisters-in-law: Norma 
Huser of Vincent and Lucille Knoll of Hays, eight grandchildren: Landon 
Kuhn and wife Gina, Katie Leikam and husband William, Kara Burkholder 
and husband Jarod, Severin Riedel, Dominic Riedel, Tyler Riedel, Casey 
Maguire and Morgan Galbicek, and Jarrod Riedel, five great 
grandchildren: Riley, Dax, Cruz, Wrenlee, and Ronan, and numerous nieces
 and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husbands, four brothers: Gregory, Earl, Julian G. and 
Julian R. Huser, four sisters: Lenora F. Thomas, Maxiline Kisner, Mary 
Huser, and Katherine Mermis.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Hays with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Ann’s 
Cemetery in Walker.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until 
service time on Tuesday at the Church.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will 
be at 7:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
 St. Boniface Catholic Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Armella may 
be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608735120671.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Armella M. Schmidt, 94, Hays, died Sunday, December 20, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Hays surrounded by her family.She was born July 4, 1926 on the family
 farm in Vincent the daughter of Henry M. and Catherine E. (Dechant) 
Huser.&nbsp; She graduated from Victoria High School in 1946 and received 
certification in nutrition and health.&nbsp; Armella worked in the pet 
department at Woolworths and was a cook at Alafern Nursing Home in 
Russell, Gorham Schools, and at Cedar View Assisted Living, retiring at 
the age of 83.&nbsp; On November 23, 1948 she was united in marriage to 
Severin Riedel, and they celebrated nearly 31 years of marriage before 
he preceded her in death on October 15, 1979.&nbsp; She married Roy Nuss on 
June 5, 1982, and he preceded her in death.&nbsp; On July 3, 2000 she was 
united in marriage to Marcellus V. Schmidt, and they celebrated 13 years
 of marriage before he preceded her in death on February 24, 2014.&nbsp; She 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, American Legion Auxiliary 
#173, and a former member of the Hays VFW Auxiliary.&nbsp; Armella loved her 
home and family, enjoyed reading, cooking and baking, and was a strong, 
faith-filled Catholic woman.&nbsp; She had a huge capacity to love and always
 appreciated the help of others.&nbsp; Her friends and family always looked 
forward to 3:00 coffee and snacks at Armella’s, her cinnamon rolls, and 
Thanksgiving dinners, which she helped cook even at age 91.Survivors include two sons: Mark Riedel
 and wife Miechel’le of Whispering Pines, NC and Patrick Riedel and wife
 Diana of Russell, a daughter: Melesia Roberts and husband Daniel of 
Hays, two step-sons: Francis F. Schmidt and wife Miko of Mulvane and 
Marcellus E. Schmidt and wife Mary of Plainfield, IN, two 
step-daughters: JoAnn Braun and husband Leroy of Victoria, and Benita 
Quimby and husband Dean of Derby, a brother: Leon Huser of Vincent, 
three sisters: Stella Braun and Arlene Wittman and husband Warren, all 
of Victoria, and Henrietta Herl of Salina, two sisters-in-law: Norma 
Huser of Vincent and Lucille Knoll of Hays, eight grandchildren: Landon 
Kuhn and wife Gina, Katie Leikam and husband William, Kara Burkholder 
and husband Jarod, Severin Riedel, Dominic Riedel, Tyler Riedel, Casey 
Maguire and Morgan Galbicek, and Jarrod Riedel, five great 
grandchildren: Riley, Dax, Cruz, Wrenlee, and Ronan, and numerous nieces
 and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husbands, four brothers: Gregory, Earl, Julian G. and 
Julian R. Huser, four sisters: Lenora F. Thomas, Maxiline Kisner, Mary 
Huser, and Katherine Mermis.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in 
Hays with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow at St. Ann’s 
Cemetery in Walker.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until 
service time on Tuesday at the Church.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will 
be at 7:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to
 St. Boniface Catholic Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Armella may 
be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Armella M. Schmidt

The Rev. Lyle Miller preached his last sermon to his Cedar Christian Church 
family on November 29, 2020. Lyle died December 22 under Hospice care, 
tended by his children and extended family at his rural Stockton, Kansas
 home. Lyle was born March 13, 1928 in Formoso, Kansas to Elza Otto and
 Mary Adeline (Beanblossom) Miller. 
 Lyle graduated from Burr Oak High School where he ran track. He 
received the Glenn Cunningham Mile award in 1946. Lyle graduated High 
school just as the draft ended for WWII. He chose to serve 2 summers 
serving his community by working for the Youth Peace Caravan. The Peace
 Caravan was a Brethren Church mission effort originating after WWII, 
eventually evolving into Christian Rural Overseas Program (CROP). Lyle 
spoke in a Dec. 1946 pre-curser to the United Nations as a part of the 
Peace Caravan.
 Lyle was the first college graduate in his family, graduating from 
McPherson College in 1951. On June 11, 1950 , Jeannie and Lyle were 
married at the Waterloo, Iowa Church of the Brethren. Their first 
churches were Kensington/Beulah. Other churches served include Pleasant
 View/ Hunter, Scandia/Courtland/Norway, Tisdale/Burden, 
Stockton/Woodston, Rose Valley and finally Cedar Christian Church. He 
also taught school and was a chaplain at the Beloit Girls Industrial 
School for several years. Lyle served God for 70 plus years, living a 
life worthy of the “call”. 
 Lyle joins his parents, and son Mark, siblings Donald, George, Virgil, Virginia, Frances and Gladys in Paradise.
 Services will be announced soon

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608735037621.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>The Rev. Lyle Miller preached his last sermon to his Cedar Christian Church 
family on November 29, 2020. Lyle died December 22 under Hospice care, 
tended by his children and extended family at his rural Stockton, Kansas
 home. Lyle was born March 13, 1928 in Formoso, Kansas to Elza Otto and
 Mary Adeline (Beanblossom) Miller. 
 Lyle graduated from Burr Oak High School where he ran track. He 
received the Glenn Cunningham Mile award in 1946. Lyle graduated High 
school just as the draft ended for WWII. He chose to serve 2 summers 
serving his community by working for the Youth Peace Caravan. The Peace
 Caravan was a Brethren Church mission effort originating after WWII, 
eventually evolving into Christian Rural Overseas Program (CROP). Lyle 
spoke in a Dec. 1946 pre-curser to the United Nations as a part of the 
Peace Caravan.
 Lyle was the first college graduate in his family, graduating from 
McPherson College in 1951. On June 11, 1950 , Jeannie and Lyle were 
married at the Waterloo, Iowa Church of the Brethren. Their first 
churches were Kensington/Beulah. Other churches served include Pleasant
 View/ Hunter, Scandia/Courtland/Norway, Tisdale/Burden, 
Stockton/Woodston, Rose Valley and finally Cedar Christian Church. He 
also taught school and was a chaplain at the Beloit Girls Industrial 
School for several years. Lyle served God for 70 plus years, living a 
life worthy of the “call”. 
 Lyle joins his parents, and son Mark, siblings Donald, George, Virgil, Virginia, Frances and Gladys in Paradise.
 Services will be announced soon

The Rev. Lyle Miller

Carolyn K. Metcalf passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020, at the 
Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, KS, at the age of 82. She was 
born to Harold and Estella (Bane) Gilliland on December 31, 1937 in 
Plainville. She was united in marriage to William L. Greenwood of 
Carlton, KS in 1956 and was blessed with three children: Debra, Craig, 
and Bret. The union was dissolved after 16 years. Carolyn married Donald
 E. Metcalf on March 31, 1978 and added to her family, four 
step-children: Michael, Andrew, David, and Rachael.
 Carolyn was born and raised in Plainville. She attended Plainville 
High School, where she was drum majorette and homecoming attended, 
graduating with the class of 1955. She continued her education at Fort 
Hays State University for one year, married William, then started a 
family while William finished his degree at Kansas State University. 
The couple and two children moved around Kansas while William was an Ag 
teacher (Osborne), then 4-H Agent (Eureka), then county agent in Scott 
City for a number of years. Carolyn finished her education in Manhattan,
 KS, earning her Cosmetology Degree from Crum’s Beauty College in 1966 
while William completed his Masters degree. They then returned to Scott 
City for three (3) years, where Bret was born, and subsequently moved to
 Topeka, KS. In 1973, she and William divorced. Across time, she was a
 hair dresser, SOC clerk for SW Bell, mom, wife, volunteer, member of 
sorority, taught twirling lessons, and hostess extraordinaire. In 
Topeka she met and married Donald in 1978 and they enjoyed 40 years 
together. During that time, they lived in Topeka and Hoyt. When Donald
 retired, they wintered multiple times in Gainesville, FL with Debra and
 Darci. Then, they moved to Apache Junction, AZ to be close to Craig 
and his family for a few years. Upon departing Apache Junction, their 
sojourn brought them to Plainville in 2008. 
 Carolyn was a woman of faith and love. No matter where she moved, 
she found a home in a church. She was raised Methodist, and attended 
Methodist churches during the children’s developmental years. After 
marrying Donald, they then became long-term members of Fairlawn Heights 
Weslyan Church, members of Grace Point in Hoyt, Corner Stone Church in 
Apache Junction, and lastly the Nazarene Church in Plainville. She was a
 talented cosmetologist and was meticulous in all areas of her life; 
whether it was working on a client’s looks, her own appearance, her 
home, entertaining or hosting guests — everything she did had to be just
 right. Carolyn was a loving and devoted mother and wife. She cooked, 
cleaned, and when she wasn’t doing that Carolyn enticed the family, 
neighbors, and friends to join in on playing any and all board games, 
card games, or doing intellectually challenging puzzles. She will never 
be forgotten for her warm and welcoming hospitality.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Estella Gilliland; and brother, Ronald Gilliland.
 Left to cherish her memory is her husband Donald of the home in 
Plainville; children, Debra A. Newell of Gainsville, FL, Craig (Sheila) 
Greenwood of Chandler, AZ, and Bret Greenwood of Plainville; 
step-children, Michael (Susanne) Metcalf of Topeka, KS, Andrew (Karen) 
Metcalf of Topeka, KS, David (Lisa) Metcalf of Saginaw, TX, and Rachael 
(Matt) Boyd of Tulsa, OK; brother, Barry (Donna) Gilliland of 
Plainville; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Gilliland (Ronald) of Plainville; 
fifteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
 A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 30 from 6PM to 8PM 
at the Plumer-Overlease funeral home. The family will be hosting a 
Memorial Service at the Nazarene Church in Plainville on Thursday, 
December 31 at 5PM with a “Home Going Celebration” from 4 PM until 6 PM.
 in Plainville. Options for online attendance will be available through 
social media by family.
 Memorials are suggested to Nazarene Church and may be sent in care 
of, Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, KS 67663.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608664915830.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Carolyn K. Metcalf passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020, at the 
Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, KS, at the age of 82. She was 
born to Harold and Estella (Bane) Gilliland on December 31, 1937 in 
Plainville. She was united in marriage to William L. Greenwood of 
Carlton, KS in 1956 and was blessed with three children: Debra, Craig, 
and Bret. The union was dissolved after 16 years. Carolyn married Donald
 E. Metcalf on March 31, 1978 and added to her family, four 
step-children: Michael, Andrew, David, and Rachael.
 Carolyn was born and raised in Plainville. She attended Plainville 
High School, where she was drum majorette and homecoming attended, 
graduating with the class of 1955. She continued her education at Fort 
Hays State University for one year, married William, then started a 
family while William finished his degree at Kansas State University. 
The couple and two children moved around Kansas while William was an Ag 
teacher (Osborne), then 4-H Agent (Eureka), then county agent in Scott 
City for a number of years. Carolyn finished her education in Manhattan,
 KS, earning her Cosmetology Degree from Crum’s Beauty College in 1966 
while William completed his Masters degree. They then returned to Scott 
City for three (3) years, where Bret was born, and subsequently moved to
 Topeka, KS. In 1973, she and William divorced. Across time, she was a
 hair dresser, SOC clerk for SW Bell, mom, wife, volunteer, member of 
sorority, taught twirling lessons, and hostess extraordinaire. In 
Topeka she met and married Donald in 1978 and they enjoyed 40 years 
together. During that time, they lived in Topeka and Hoyt. When Donald
 retired, they wintered multiple times in Gainesville, FL with Debra and
 Darci. Then, they moved to Apache Junction, AZ to be close to Craig 
and his family for a few years. Upon departing Apache Junction, their 
sojourn brought them to Plainville in 2008. 
 Carolyn was a woman of faith and love. No matter where she moved, 
she found a home in a church. She was raised Methodist, and attended 
Methodist churches during the children’s developmental years. After 
marrying Donald, they then became long-term members of Fairlawn Heights 
Weslyan Church, members of Grace Point in Hoyt, Corner Stone Church in 
Apache Junction, and lastly the Nazarene Church in Plainville. She was a
 talented cosmetologist and was meticulous in all areas of her life; 
whether it was working on a client’s looks, her own appearance, her 
home, entertaining or hosting guests — everything she did had to be just
 right. Carolyn was a loving and devoted mother and wife. She cooked, 
cleaned, and when she wasn’t doing that Carolyn enticed the family, 
neighbors, and friends to join in on playing any and all board games, 
card games, or doing intellectually challenging puzzles. She will never 
be forgotten for her warm and welcoming hospitality.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Estella Gilliland; and brother, Ronald Gilliland.
 Left to cherish her memory is her husband Donald of the home in 
Plainville; children, Debra A. Newell of Gainsville, FL, Craig (Sheila) 
Greenwood of Chandler, AZ, and Bret Greenwood of Plainville; 
step-children, Michael (Susanne) Metcalf of Topeka, KS, Andrew (Karen) 
Metcalf of Topeka, KS, David (Lisa) Metcalf of Saginaw, TX, and Rachael 
(Matt) Boyd of Tulsa, OK; brother, Barry (Donna) Gilliland of 
Plainville; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Gilliland (Ronald) of Plainville; 
fifteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
 A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 30 from 6PM to 8PM 
at the Plumer-Overlease funeral home. The family will be hosting a 
Memorial Service at the Nazarene Church in Plainville on Thursday, 
December 31 at 5PM with a “Home Going Celebration” from 4 PM until 6 PM.
 in Plainville. Options for online attendance will be available through 
social media by family.
 Memorials are suggested to Nazarene Church and may be sent in care 
of, Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, KS 67663.

Carolyn Metcalf

LaRue Horton, 86, died on Tuesday, December 22,2020 at her son’s home in
 Wichita County. She was born on July 30, 1934 at Cimarron the daughter
 of Earl &amp; Eva (Sultz) Allison. She married Dick Horton on October 
5, 1952 at Cimarron. He died on November 23, 2016. 
LaRue graduated from Cimarron High School. She and her husband were 
lifelong farmers in northern Kearny County. She enjoyed water aerobics,
 yoga, volunteering at the Budget Shop and her many church activities. 
Her special love was being with her kids, grandkids &amp; 
great-grandkids. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of 
Deerfield. 
She is survived by 3 Sons- Jim (Laurel) Horton of Deerfield, Ken (Toni) 
Horton of Leoti and Mark Horton of Wyoming, Sister- Mary Ellen (Glen) 
Woods of Garden City, Grandchildren- Stephanie (Brian) Fox, T.J. (Cassy)
 Horton, Maegan (Clayton) Berry, Rick (Ashley) Horton, Matt (Aubrey) 
Horton, Alec (Molly) Horton &amp; Malia Carr and 12 Great-Grandchildren 
 She is preceded in death by her Parents, Brother- Richard Allison and 
Grandson- Nick Horton. 
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 PM Saturday at United Methodist Church 
in Deerfield with Rev Heureuse Kaj officiating. The service will be on 
Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home facebook. Burial will be in 
Deerfield Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to United Methodist Church 
in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608735312206.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>LaRue Horton, 86, died on Tuesday, December 22,2020 at her son’s home in
 Wichita County. She was born on July 30, 1934 at Cimarron the daughter
 of Earl &amp; Eva (Sultz) Allison. She married Dick Horton on October 
5, 1952 at Cimarron. He died on November 23, 2016. 
LaRue graduated from Cimarron High School. She and her husband were 
lifelong farmers in northern Kearny County. She enjoyed water aerobics,
 yoga, volunteering at the Budget Shop and her many church activities. 
Her special love was being with her kids, grandkids &amp; 
great-grandkids. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of 
Deerfield. 
She is survived by 3 Sons- Jim (Laurel) Horton of Deerfield, Ken (Toni) 
Horton of Leoti and Mark Horton of Wyoming, Sister- Mary Ellen (Glen) 
Woods of Garden City, Grandchildren- Stephanie (Brian) Fox, T.J. (Cassy)
 Horton, Maegan (Clayton) Berry, Rick (Ashley) Horton, Matt (Aubrey) 
Horton, Alec (Molly) Horton &amp; Malia Carr and 12 Great-Grandchildren 
 She is preceded in death by her Parents, Brother- Richard Allison and 
Grandson- Nick Horton. 
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 PM Saturday at United Methodist Church 
in Deerfield with Rev Heureuse Kaj officiating. The service will be on 
Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home facebook. Burial will be in 
Deerfield Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to United Methodist Church 
in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnandfuneralhomes.com&nbsp;

LaRue Horton

Charlie H. Head, 89, died on Monday, December 21, 2020 at his home in 
Cimarron. He was born on June 16, 1931 at Huntsville, Arkansas the son 
of Fowler Clayton &amp; Johnie Lee (Childress) Head. He married Ila 
Jean Minks on August 25, 1954 at Dighton. 
Charlie graduated from Huntsville, Arkansas High School. He then 
entered the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean Conflict being 
stationed in Japan and Korea. After his discharge he moved to Wichita 
and later to Dodge City before moving to Dighton where he farmed. He 
later moved to Garden City where he was the Foreman at the Kansas State 
Experiment Station. After retiring he moved to Scott City and in 2016 
settled in Cimarron. He was a member of Church Of Christ and attended 
First Christian Church in Cimarron. He was a life member of John J. 
Haskell VFW Post # 2279 of Garden City. Charlie enjoyed fishing, 
hunting and woodworking. 
He is survived by his Wife- Ila Jean Head, Daughter- Wanita Hickman and 
Husband Virgil of Stratton, Colorado, Son- Jeffrey Head and Wife Cathy 
of Granbury, Texas, 4 Grandchildren and 10 Great-Grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by his Parents, Son- Michael Head, 4 Brothers- 
Clarence, Connie, Clyde &amp; Joe and 2 Sisters- Catie and Citie. 
Graveside Service will be at 1:00 PM Saturday at Dighton Memorial 
Cemetery with Rev David Johnson officiating. Military honors will be by
 the United States Navy Honor Guard and American Legion Post # 190. 
Memorials are suggested to Hospice Of The Prairie or First Christian 
Church of Cimarron in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. Friends may call 
from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Saturday at Boomhower Funeral Home in Dighton. 
 Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Charlie H. Head, 89, died on Monday, December 21, 2020 at his home in 
Cimarron. He was born on June 16, 1931 at Huntsville, Arkansas the son 
of Fowler Clayton &amp; Johnie Lee (Childress) Head. He married Ila 
Jean Minks on August 25, 1954 at Dighton. 
Charlie graduated from Huntsville, Arkansas High School. He then 
entered the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean Conflict being 
stationed in Japan and Korea. After his discharge he moved to Wichita 
and later to Dodge City before moving to Dighton where he farmed. He 
later moved to Garden City where he was the Foreman at the Kansas State 
Experiment Station. After retiring he moved to Scott City and in 2016 
settled in Cimarron. He was a member of Church Of Christ and attended 
First Christian Church in Cimarron. He was a life member of John J. 
Haskell VFW Post # 2279 of Garden City. Charlie enjoyed fishing, 
hunting and woodworking. 
He is survived by his Wife- Ila Jean Head, Daughter- Wanita Hickman and 
Husband Virgil of Stratton, Colorado, Son- Jeffrey Head and Wife Cathy 
of Granbury, Texas, 4 Grandchildren and 10 Great-Grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by his Parents, Son- Michael Head, 4 Brothers- 
Clarence, Connie, Clyde &amp; Joe and 2 Sisters- Catie and Citie. 
Graveside Service will be at 1:00 PM Saturday at Dighton Memorial 
Cemetery with Rev David Johnson officiating. Military honors will be by
 the United States Navy Honor Guard and American Legion Post # 190. 
Memorials are suggested to Hospice Of The Prairie or First Christian 
Church of Cimarron in care of Boomhower Funeral Home. Friends may call 
from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Saturday at Boomhower Funeral Home in Dighton. 
 Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Charlie H. Head

Glade resident Connie K. Reese passed away Dec. 20, 2020, at her home in Glade at the age of 72.&nbsp; She was born June 15, 1948, in Glade, the daughter of Roy &amp; Norma (Hoover) Chestnut.

Survivors include her daughter, Tami of Manhattan, KS; 2 brothers, Larry Chestnut of Glade &amp; Dennis Chestnut of Speed; 3 sisters; Joan Russo, Joyce Campbell &amp; Terri Greer of Speed; 6 grandchildren &amp; 6 great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661.

Glade resident Connie K. Reese passed away Dec. 20, 2020, at her home in Glade at the age of 72.&nbsp; She was born June 15, 1948, in Glade, the daughter of Roy &amp; Norma (Hoover) Chestnut.Survivors include her daughter, Tami of Manhattan, KS; 2 brothers, Larry Chestnut of Glade &amp; Dennis Chestnut of Speed; 3 sisters; Joan Russo, Joyce Campbell &amp; Terri Greer of Speed; 6 grandchildren &amp; 6 great grandchildren.&nbsp;Cremation was chosen.&nbsp; A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661.Online condolences: www.olliffboeve.com.

Connie K. Reese

Louise Ellen Fenn, 95, died December 19, 2020, at Stevens County 
Hospital, Hugoton.&nbsp; She was born August 30, 1925, in Alva, Okla. to 
William and Alice (Rhodes) Behrens. Louise married Elmer L. Fenn June 
13, 1954, in Wichita.&nbsp; He died Feb. 24, 2004.

Louise, a long time area resident and artist, grew up in Wichita, 
graduated from Wichita State University, then moved to Great Bend in 
1952. She taught art privately and for USD 428 for a span of time that 
stretched from 1952 to the 1980's.&nbsp; Louise was a member of Trinity 
Lutheran Church and served on the Advisory Board of the Shafer Memorial 
Art Gallery.&nbsp; She, along with her husband, have shown their art work in 
three Kansas art centers, Baker Art Gallery, Liberal, Deines Cultural 
Center, Russell and the Shafer Art Gallery, Great Bend. &nbsp;Following the 
passing of her husband, Elmer, she moved to Mulvane, then to Hugoton to 
be close to her son, Matthew.

Survivors include one son, Matthew Fenn and wife Toni of Liberal; and
 one brother, Jerry Behrens of Wichita.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by 
three brothers, Bob Behrens, Lawrence Behrens and Gary Behrens.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, at 
Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend, with Rev. Jon Brudvig presiding. 
&nbsp;Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday, at Bryant Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or Shafer 
Memorial Art Gallery, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Louise Ellen Fenn, 95, died December 19, 2020, at Stevens County 
Hospital, Hugoton.&nbsp; She was born August 30, 1925, in Alva, Okla. to 
William and Alice (Rhodes) Behrens. Louise married Elmer L. Fenn June 
13, 1954, in Wichita.&nbsp; He died Feb. 24, 2004.Louise, a long time area resident and artist, grew up in Wichita, 
graduated from Wichita State University, then moved to Great Bend in 
1952. She taught art privately and for USD 428 for a span of time that 
stretched from 1952 to the 1980's.&nbsp; Louise was a member of Trinity 
Lutheran Church and served on the Advisory Board of the Shafer Memorial 
Art Gallery.&nbsp; She, along with her husband, have shown their art work in 
three Kansas art centers, Baker Art Gallery, Liberal, Deines Cultural 
Center, Russell and the Shafer Art Gallery, Great Bend. &nbsp;Following the 
passing of her husband, Elmer, she moved to Mulvane, then to Hugoton to 
be close to her son, Matthew.Survivors include one son, Matthew Fenn and wife Toni of Liberal; and
 one brother, Jerry Behrens of Wichita.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by 
three brothers, Bob Behrens, Lawrence Behrens and Gary Behrens.Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, at 
Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend, with Rev. Jon Brudvig presiding. 
&nbsp;Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday, at Bryant Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or Shafer 
Memorial Art Gallery, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Louise Ellen Fenn

Rita M. Garver, 90, passed away on Dec. 19, 2020, at Salina Regional 
Medical Center. 

She was born August 10, 1930, on the family farm south 
of Dresden, Kansas, to Frank Anthony and Elnora (Heim) Kleinsorge. She 
attended the country school near her home and the Leoville High School.
 She married Dean Shuler and had four sons. She later married Ray Garver in December of 1973.
 Survivors include sons: Robert (JoAnn) Shuler, Donald Shuler, and 
Ronald Shuler; daughter-in-law, LaKen (Von) Duckworth; stepdaughters, 
Debbie Garver and Jessica (Bruce) Rasmussen; grandchildren: Daron 
(Paula), Brady (Jason), Lindsey (Jason), Blake (Amanda), Joel, Blaine 
(Johnathan), and Colton; great grandchildren; two great great 
grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
 She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray; son, David; 
daughter-in-law Wanda; brothers: John, George, Leo, Aloysius, Martin, 
and Bill Kleinsorge; sisters: Theresa Clardy, Amelia Juenemann and Clara
 Heier.
 Services will be held at a later date.

Rita M. Garver, 90, passed away on Dec. 19, 2020, at Salina Regional 
Medical Center. She was born August 10, 1930, on the family farm south 
of Dresden, Kansas, to Frank Anthony and Elnora (Heim) Kleinsorge. She 
attended the country school near her home and the Leoville High School.
 She married Dean Shuler and had four sons. She later married Ray Garver in December of 1973.
 Survivors include sons: Robert (JoAnn) Shuler, Donald Shuler, and 
Ronald Shuler; daughter-in-law, LaKen (Von) Duckworth; stepdaughters, 
Debbie Garver and Jessica (Bruce) Rasmussen; grandchildren: Daron 
(Paula), Brady (Jason), Lindsey (Jason), Blake (Amanda), Joel, Blaine 
(Johnathan), and Colton; great grandchildren; two great great 
grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
 She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray; son, David; 
daughter-in-law Wanda; brothers: John, George, Leo, Aloysius, Martin, 
and Bill Kleinsorge; sisters: Theresa Clardy, Amelia Juenemann and Clara
 Heier.
 Services will be held at a later date.

Rita M. Garver

Matthew James Finnesy, 90, passed away December 20, 2020, at Sheridan 
County Long Term Care in Hoxie, Kansas. 

He was born to Joe and Fern 
Finnesy on September 24, 1930. He grew up in Natoma, Kansas and 
graduated from Natoma High School in 1948. He then settled in Selden, 
Kansas. Matthew was married to Aldea Fay Finnesy.  He was a tool pusher 
for Murfin Drilling Company and a farmer. 

Matthew was a member of Sacred
 Heart Catholic Church in Selden and the Knights of Columbus. He was a 
resident of SCHC and really enjoyed the activities. Matthew was a loving
 husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
 Matthew was preceded in death by his wife, Aldea Fay Finnesy; 
daughter, Virginia Smith; parents, Joe and Fern Finnesy and brother, 
Dennis. He is survived by his children: Marjorie Byrd, Dan Finnesy and 
wife Cindy, Colleen Barry, Mike Finnesy and wife Suzie, John Finnesy and
 wife Susan and Steve Finnesy; a host of grandchildren and great 
grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ann and husband Ed and Wanda Meyer, and 
brother, Joe Finnesy.
 Matt will be forever missed and loved.
 Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am Monday, December 28, 
2020, at the Selden Cemetery, Selden, KS. Visitation will be held from 
9:30-11:00 am Monday before the graveside at Pauls Funeral Home, Selden.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Selden. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Matthew James Finnesy, 90, passed away December 20, 2020, at Sheridan 
County Long Term Care in Hoxie, Kansas. He was born to Joe and Fern 
Finnesy on September 24, 1930. He grew up in Natoma, Kansas and 
graduated from Natoma High School in 1948. He then settled in Selden, 
Kansas. Matthew was married to Aldea Fay Finnesy. He was a tool pusher 
for Murfin Drilling Company and a farmer. Matthew was a member of Sacred
 Heart Catholic Church in Selden and the Knights of Columbus. He was a 
resident of SCHC and really enjoyed the activities. Matthew was a loving
 husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
 Matthew was preceded in death by his wife, Aldea Fay Finnesy; 
daughter, Virginia Smith; parents, Joe and Fern Finnesy and brother, 
Dennis. He is survived by his children: Marjorie Byrd, Dan Finnesy and 
wife Cindy, Colleen Barry, Mike Finnesy and wife Suzie, John Finnesy and
 wife Susan and Steve Finnesy; a host of grandchildren and great 
grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ann and husband Ed and Wanda Meyer, and 
brother, Joe Finnesy.
 Matt will be forever missed and loved.
 Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am Monday, December 28, 
2020, at the Selden Cemetery, Selden, KS. Visitation will be held from 
9:30-11:00 am Monday before the graveside at Pauls Funeral Home, Selden.
 Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Selden. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

Matthew James Finnesy

Marian Gladys Fraker, 94, passed away December 17, 2020, in Oberlin, KS. 


She was born April 9, 1926, to Ernest and Grace (Waldo) Norton. She 
graduated from Decatur Community High School in 1945. After graduating, 
she worked in Oberlin as County Treasurer, secretary to Art Dowling, 
accountant with Kennedy and Coe and bookkeeper at Oberlin Livestock and 
Reserve Savings. 

On June 24, 1951, Marian married Robert Fraker and they
 made their home in Oberlin. They had three sons. She also did the 
bookkeeping for Oberlin Flying Service, which she and her husband 
operated. Marian was a member of the Oberlin United Methodist Church 
where she was a church trustee. She was also a member of the Eastern 
Star where she was a Past Worthy Matron, a book study group and a 
community club where she was President.
 She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; sister, Ella; 
brothers, Kenneth and Harold; grandson, Brett and granddaughter, Darcie.
 She is survived by her sons, Phil, Mark, and Steve (Kathy), 
grandchildren, Melissa (Kris), Rayanne (Gavin), Katie, Aaron, Kristie 
(Adam), Isaiah, Cody; daughters-in-law, Pam and Cathy, twelve 
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. 
 Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at
 Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin. Burial will follow at Oberlin Cemetery. 
Visitation will be held from 1-7:00 pm, family will receive guests from 
5-7:00 pm, Tuesday, December 22, 2020 also at the funeral home. Masks 
are encouraged.

Memorial contributions may be made to United Methodist 
Church of Oberlin or Red Cloud Indian School. Condolences may be left at
 www.paulsfh.com

<figure>
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 </figure>Marian Gladys Fraker, 94, passed away December 17, 2020, in Oberlin, KS. 
She was born April 9, 1926, to Ernest and Grace (Waldo) Norton. She 
graduated from Decatur Community High School in 1945. After graduating, 
she worked in Oberlin as County Treasurer, secretary to Art Dowling, 
accountant with Kennedy and Coe and bookkeeper at Oberlin Livestock and 
Reserve Savings. On June 24, 1951, Marian married Robert Fraker and they
 made their home in Oberlin. They had three sons. She also did the 
bookkeeping for Oberlin Flying Service, which she and her husband 
operated. Marian was a member of the Oberlin United Methodist Church 
where she was a church trustee. She was also a member of the Eastern 
Star where she was a Past Worthy Matron, a book study group and a 
community club where she was President.
 She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; sister, Ella; 
brothers, Kenneth and Harold; grandson, Brett and granddaughter, Darcie.
 She is survived by her sons, Phil, Mark, and Steve (Kathy), 
grandchildren, Melissa (Kris), Rayanne (Gavin), Katie, Aaron, Kristie 
(Adam), Isaiah, Cody; daughters-in-law, Pam and Cathy, twelve 
great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. 
 Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at
 Pauls Funeral Home, Oberlin. Burial will follow at Oberlin Cemetery. 
Visitation will be held from 1-7:00 pm, family will receive guests from 
5-7:00 pm, Tuesday, December 22, 2020 also at the funeral home. Masks 
are encouraged. Memorial contributions may be made to United Methodist 
Church of Oberlin or Red Cloud Indian School. Condolences may be left at
 www.paulsfh.com

Marian Gladys Fraker

Marilyn Fae (Collins) Deines, Age 84, of Sharon Springs passed away Dec. 15, 2020, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas due to complications 
from COVID-19. Marilyn was born on July 13, 1936, in Hoxie, Kansas to 
Carl Curry and Mary Kathryn Moss Collins. She had two brothers, Gerald 
and Dennis. She grew up in Hoxie and attended school and graduated from 
Hoxie High School with the class of 1954.

In June of 1954, she married Lloyd Gale Adams in Hoxie, Kansas. To 
this union two children were born, Tamera Kay and Gale Gene. She was a 
housewife for several years. She then worked at a dental office as an 
assistant for 8 years, then a secretary for a law firm in Hoxie for 
several years. In 1971, she married Lyle Fikarn of Atwood. The lived in 
Brewster, Kansas for 17 years. They were divorced in 1985. She then 
worked as a secretary at Goodland High School for USD 352 for 5 years. 
In May of 1990, she married Harold Deines at the Lutheran Church in 
Sharon Springs, Kansas. To this union, she acquired four stepchildren, 
Garold Deines, Cindy Wax, Loretta Sullivan and Kirk Deines.

Preceding her in death were her parents; brother, Dennis Collins; son-in-law, Daniel Winter; and stepfather, Clarence Ikenberry.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Harold; daughter, Tamera Kay 
Winter of Yreka, CA; son, Gale Gene Adams of Studley, KS; brother, 
Gerald (Betty) Collins of MD; grandchildren, Andrea (Pat) McMacken of 
WA, Peggy (Aaron) Enslie of Monicue, CA; Stephen (Rachael) Winter of 
Yreka, CA; 8 great grandchildren and many great great grandchildren, 
stepchildren, Garold (Zelpha) Deines of Sheridan Lake, CO, Loretta (Jim)
 Sullivan of Oberlin, KS, Cindy (Marcus) Wax of Oberlin, KS, Kirk 
(Rhonda) Deines of Peyton, CO; lots of aunts, uncles, cousins and 
friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Marilyn Deines Memorial Fund and sent in 
care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735.&nbsp; For 
information and condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com.

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 </figure>Marilyn Fae (Collins) Deines, Age 84, of Sharon Springs passed away Dec. 15, 2020, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas due to complications 
from COVID-19. Marilyn was born on July 13, 1936, in Hoxie, Kansas to 
Carl Curry and Mary Kathryn Moss Collins. She had two brothers, Gerald 
and Dennis. She grew up in Hoxie and attended school and graduated from 
Hoxie High School with the class of 1954.In June of 1954, she married Lloyd Gale Adams in Hoxie, Kansas. To 
this union two children were born, Tamera Kay and Gale Gene. She was a 
housewife for several years. She then worked at a dental office as an 
assistant for 8 years, then a secretary for a law firm in Hoxie for 
several years. In 1971, she married Lyle Fikarn of Atwood. The lived in 
Brewster, Kansas for 17 years. They were divorced in 1985. She then 
worked as a secretary at Goodland High School for USD 352 for 5 years. 
In May of 1990, she married Harold Deines at the Lutheran Church in 
Sharon Springs, Kansas. To this union, she acquired four stepchildren, 
Garold Deines, Cindy Wax, Loretta Sullivan and Kirk Deines.Preceding her in death were her parents; brother, Dennis Collins; son-in-law, Daniel Winter; and stepfather, Clarence Ikenberry.Marilyn is survived by her husband, Harold; daughter, Tamera Kay 
Winter of Yreka, CA; son, Gale Gene Adams of Studley, KS; brother, 
Gerald (Betty) Collins of MD; grandchildren, Andrea (Pat) McMacken of 
WA, Peggy (Aaron) Enslie of Monicue, CA; Stephen (Rachael) Winter of 
Yreka, CA; 8 great grandchildren and many great great grandchildren, 
stepchildren, Garold (Zelpha) Deines of Sheridan Lake, CO, Loretta (Jim)
 Sullivan of Oberlin, KS, Cindy (Marcus) Wax of Oberlin, KS, Kirk 
(Rhonda) Deines of Peyton, CO; lots of aunts, uncles, cousins and 
friends.A memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to Marilyn Deines Memorial Fund and sent in 
care of Bateman Funeral Home, P.O Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735.&nbsp; For 
information and condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com.

Marilyn Fae (Collins) Deines

Paul Douglas Brown Junior passed away on December 16, 2020, age 92, at 
the Good Samaritan Home in Atwood, KS where he spent his final years 
overlooking Lake Atwood and the golf course. Whether enjoying a game of 
golf, hustling a game of pool at the clubhouse or enjoying an afternoon 
cocktail and Dutch Masters cigar, the golf course is somewhere he truly 
found peace. 
Paul had a passion for farming and made it his life’s work. He passed on
 his love of farming and gardening to his children. Long after his 
retirement from farming, Paul could be seen cruising the country roads, 
checking out the wheat, milo and corn. 
Paul was a caring son, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. 
He cherished gathering with family and taking the grandkids hunting and 
fishing. He was often enlisted to play Santa, and had the figure to play
 it well. Paul had a tough exterior but once he let you in, he was a 
warm and gentle man. He had a firm hand but gave the best hugs. Only a 
man like Paul could make the term “half pint” sound endearing - and we 
are all honored to be his “half pints”. 
Paul was born and raised in Atwood, where he married the love of his 
life, Shirley Edwards, and raised their three children: Dana, Gerald 
(Jerry) and Doug, all of whom preceded him in death, along with his 
parents, Paul and Florence (Flossie) Sawer Brown and his siblings Edith,
 Robert and Rhea.

Paul is survived by his grandchildren: Montica O’Barr,
 Craig Minkner, Russell Minkner, Thomas Brown, Lisa Brown, Jessica 
Capes, Austin Germer, Michelle Carnes, April Green, Tiffanie Craig, Kali
 Woofter and Kelsey Miller; and numerous great-grandchildren and 
great-great-grandchildren. 

May his smile, strength and integrity carry 
on in all those he touched. 
No services are scheduled at this time. Paul will be inurned in Fairview Cemetery, Atwood.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/12/1608644368472.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Paul Douglas Brown Junior passed away on December 16, 2020, age 92, at 
the Good Samaritan Home in Atwood, KS where he spent his final years 
overlooking Lake Atwood and the golf course. Whether enjoying a game of 
golf, hustling a game of pool at the clubhouse or enjoying an afternoon 
cocktail and Dutch Masters cigar, the golf course is somewhere he truly 
found peace. 
Paul had a passion for farming and made it his life’s work. He passed on
 his love of farming and gardening to his children. Long after his 
retirement from farming, Paul could be seen cruising the country roads, 
checking out the wheat, milo and corn. 
Paul was a caring son, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. 
He cherished gathering with family and taking the grandkids hunting and 
fishing. He was often enlisted to play Santa, and had the figure to play
 it well. Paul had a tough exterior but once he let you in, he was a 
warm and gentle man. He had a firm hand but gave the best hugs. Only a 
man like Paul could make the term “half pint” sound endearing - and we 
are all honored to be his “half pints”. 
Paul was born and raised in Atwood, where he married the love of his 
life, Shirley Edwards, and raised their three children: Dana, Gerald 
(Jerry) and Doug, all of whom preceded him in death, along with his 
parents, Paul and Florence (Flossie) Sawer Brown and his siblings Edith,
 Robert and Rhea. Paul is survived by his grandchildren: Montica O’Barr,
 Craig Minkner, Russell Minkner, Thomas Brown, Lisa Brown, Jessica 
Capes, Austin Germer, Michelle Carnes, April Green, Tiffanie Craig, Kali
 Woofter and Kelsey Miller; and numerous great-grandchildren and 
great-great-grandchildren. May his smile, strength and integrity carry 
on in all those he touched. 
No services are scheduled at this time. Paul will be inurned in Fairview Cemetery, Atwood.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Paul Douglas Brown Jr.

Manuel M. Perez, 75, passed away December 20, 2020, at Salina Regional Hospital, Salina.

He was born March 4, 1945, in Kinsley, the son of Clemente Rincon and Lucille Mariche Perez.

Prior to moving to Salina in 2008, he was a lifetime area resident 
and worked as an equipment operator specialist for the Kansas Department
 of Transportation. He graduated from Kinsley High School before being 
drafted into the United States Army in 1965. He ranked as an E-5 
Sergeant in the Vietnam War where he served as a radioteletype operator.
 He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the VFW, and American 
Legion, all of Larned. He enjoyed bowling, playing softball, and played 
men’s league basketball. Spending time with family, and watching his 
children and grandchildren play sports was his favorite past time. He 
loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals.

On July 9, 1973, he married Marlyn A. Johnson in Larned; she survives.

Other survivors include: two sons, Chad (Melanie) Perez, Salina, 
Nathan (Lacey) Perez, Prairie Village; a daughter, Kimberly (C.J.) Korf,
 Hugoton; two brothers, Raymond (Cindy) Perez and Anthony (Darla) Perez,
 both of Larned; two sisters, Eleanor (Leon) Sanders, Larned, Linda 
(Frank) Garcia, Wichita; nine grandchildren, Darian Perez, Sheldon 
Perez, Kyler Perez, Mitchell Perez, Reid Perez, Hailey Devine, Colby 
Korf, Jayden Korf, Jayce Korf, and one on the way; and two great 
grandchildren, Traelee Brock, Taizley Brock, and one on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers, Felix Perez, 
Guadalupe Perez Sr., Pete Perez, Francisco Perez, John Perez, and Terry 
Perez; and two sisters, Trinidad Ruiz, and Jane Bronson.

Due to Covid-19, a private family service will be held at 10:30 a.m.,
 Thursday, December 24, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father
 Bernard Felix presiding. Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2020 
at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Military graveside rites will be presented
 following the service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s 
Research in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Manuel M. Perez, 75, passed away December 20, 2020, at Salina Regional Hospital, Salina.He was born March 4, 1945, in Kinsley, the son of Clemente Rincon and Lucille Mariche Perez.Prior to moving to Salina in 2008, he was a lifetime area resident 
and worked as an equipment operator specialist for the Kansas Department
 of Transportation. He graduated from Kinsley High School before being 
drafted into the United States Army in 1965. He ranked as an E-5 
Sergeant in the Vietnam War where he served as a radioteletype operator.
 He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the VFW, and American 
Legion, all of Larned. He enjoyed bowling, playing softball, and played 
men’s league basketball. Spending time with family, and watching his 
children and grandchildren play sports was his favorite past time. He 
loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals.On July 9, 1973, he married Marlyn A. Johnson in Larned; she survives.Other survivors include: two sons, Chad (Melanie) Perez, Salina, 
Nathan (Lacey) Perez, Prairie Village; a daughter, Kimberly (C.J.) Korf,
 Hugoton; two brothers, Raymond (Cindy) Perez and Anthony (Darla) Perez,
 both of Larned; two sisters, Eleanor (Leon) Sanders, Larned, Linda 
(Frank) Garcia, Wichita; nine grandchildren, Darian Perez, Sheldon 
Perez, Kyler Perez, Mitchell Perez, Reid Perez, Hailey Devine, Colby 
Korf, Jayden Korf, Jayce Korf, and one on the way; and two great 
grandchildren, Traelee Brock, Taizley Brock, and one on the way.He was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers, Felix Perez, 
Guadalupe Perez Sr., Pete Perez, Francisco Perez, John Perez, and Terry 
Perez; and two sisters, Trinidad Ruiz, and Jane Bronson.Due to Covid-19, a private family service will be held at 10:30 a.m.,
 Thursday, December 24, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father
 Bernard Felix presiding. Service will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>.
 Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2020 
at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Military graveside rites will be presented
 following the service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s 
Research in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Manuel M. Perez

Melvin R. “Moe” Fabrizius was born September 9th, 1936, to the late Solomon and Pauline (Deines) Fabrizius on the farm southwest of WaKeeney.&nbsp; He attended grade school at Bosna Country School located west of Trego Center.&nbsp; Moe graduated in 1955 from Trego Community High School.&nbsp;

He married Marian Davies at the Methodist church on August 1st, 1965, in Lebo, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives at home.&nbsp; They were blessed with two sons Chad and Brad.

Melvin was baptized and confirmed at the Zion Lutheran Church at Trego Center south of WaKeeney. During his youth Moe played football but especially enjoyed playing baseball as a teenager and even into his early twenties. Moe relished his German heritage.&nbsp; When he started grade school, he did not know how to speak English.&nbsp; He continued to speak German to his family and especially Carroll Fabrizius down through the years.

Following graduation Moe worked for Ben Deines Construction and Dietz Market where he learned to cut up meat from Don and Ferd Dietz.&nbsp; Moe always said he graduated from “Meatball Tech!”&nbsp; Moe started farming and working at the WaKeeney Sale Barn.&nbsp; Moe worked for 60 years at the sale barn and farmed for over 60 years. &nbsp;

Farming, raising cattle, and his family were the key elements of his life.&nbsp; He was dedicated and hard working.&nbsp; Farming served as his job and his past time.&nbsp; His family referred to him as a workaholic farmer.&nbsp; Memories abound about the good ole days of wheat harvest with brother Leon.&nbsp; Back in those days we would cut wheat till after midnight then go to Ginger’s for a five coarse meal.&nbsp; As years past the brother’s split forces, the machinery got a little nicer, and wheat trucks were replaced by semi-trucks.&nbsp; Moe was in the farming game long enough to see his grandson Chason behind the wheel of one of his beloved John Deere tractors.&nbsp; Moe will forever be remembered for his vibrant smile and huge laugh!!&nbsp;

Moe is survived by his wife; sons Chad (Jessica) of Ellis and Brad (Brooke) of Manhattan; sister Florence Flinn of Manhattan; grandchildren Chason and Jersee of Ellis and Brecken and Brittyn of Manhattan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Solomon and Pauline; brother Leon and his wife Ginger; brother-in-law Wesley Flinn; baby brother LeRoy and nephew and niece Scott and Paula Fabrizius.

Funeral services for Melvin will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2020, at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

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 </figure>Melvin R. “Moe” Fabrizius was born September 9th, 1936, to the late Solomon and Pauline (Deines) Fabrizius on the farm southwest of WaKeeney.&nbsp; He attended grade school at Bosna Country School located west of Trego Center.&nbsp; Moe graduated in 1955 from Trego Community High School.&nbsp;He married Marian Davies at the Methodist church on August 1st, 1965, in Lebo, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives at home.&nbsp; They were blessed with two sons Chad and Brad.Melvin was baptized and confirmed at the Zion Lutheran Church at Trego Center south of WaKeeney. During his youth Moe played football but especially enjoyed playing baseball as a teenager and even into his early twenties. Moe relished his German heritage.&nbsp; When he started grade school, he did not know how to speak English.&nbsp; He continued to speak German to his family and especially Carroll Fabrizius down through the years.Following graduation Moe worked for Ben Deines Construction and Dietz Market where he learned to cut up meat from Don and Ferd Dietz.&nbsp; Moe always said he graduated from “Meatball Tech!”&nbsp; Moe started farming and working at the WaKeeney Sale Barn.&nbsp; Moe worked for 60 years at the sale barn and farmed for over 60 years. &nbsp;Farming, raising cattle, and his family were the key elements of his life.&nbsp; He was dedicated and hard working.&nbsp; Farming served as his job and his past time.&nbsp; His family referred to him as a workaholic farmer.&nbsp; Memories abound about the good ole days of wheat harvest with brother Leon.&nbsp; Back in those days we would cut wheat till after midnight then go to Ginger’s for a five coarse meal.&nbsp; As years past the brother’s split forces, the machinery got a little nicer, and wheat trucks were replaced by semi-trucks.&nbsp; Moe was in the farming game long enough to see his grandson Chason behind the wheel of one of his beloved John Deere tractors.&nbsp; Moe will forever be remembered for his vibrant smile and huge laugh!!&nbsp;Moe is survived by his wife; sons Chad (Jessica) of Ellis and Brad (Brooke) of Manhattan; sister Florence Flinn of Manhattan; grandchildren Chason and Jersee of Ellis and Brecken and Brittyn of Manhattan; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents Solomon and Pauline; brother Leon and his wife Ginger; brother-in-law Wesley Flinn; baby brother LeRoy and nephew and niece Scott and Paula Fabrizius.Funeral services for Melvin will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2020, at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.Memorial contributions are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St., WaKeeney, KS 67672.Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Melvin R. 'Moe' Fabrizius

Eric F. Waddell, 69, Salina, died Friday, December 18, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center.

He was born July 9, 1951 in Beloit the 
son of Gene F. and Iris (Bird) Waddell.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Beloit 
High School in the class of 1969 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree
 in Geology from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Eric was drafted into the 
United States Marine Corps, serving in Vietnam.&nbsp; On September 25, 1972 
he was united in marriage to Janet Sue Winkler in Hays, and they later 
divorced.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2012.&nbsp; He was in 
independent petroleum geologist and owner and operator of a water and 
environmental drilling company.&nbsp; He was a former member of the Lions 
Club, VFW, and American Legion.&nbsp; He was a youth coach and enjoyed race 
cars and horses.&nbsp; He gave a lot, sponsored many teams, and loved riding 
his motorcycle.&nbsp; His greatest joy was spending time with his 
grandchildren.

Survivors include his son: Joshua G. 
Waddell and wife Tina of Hays, a brother: Pat Waddell of La Paz, Mexico,
 three sisters: Julie Wilson and husband Rod of Salina, Teresa Wrench of
 Salina, and Cindy Grisham and husband Troy of Arlington, TX, longtime 
friend: Teri File of Salina, three grandchildren: Ethan, Madelyn, and 
Wyatt Waddell, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Mike Waddell.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with military Honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard and The E.A. Schumacher Marine Corps League #740.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 10:00 am until 11:00 on Tuesday all at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to The American Diabetes Association.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Eric may be shared with the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com/">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Eric F. Waddell, 69, Salina, died Friday, December 18, 2020 at Salina Regional Health Center.He was born July 9, 1951 in Beloit the 
son of Gene F. and Iris (Bird) Waddell.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Beloit 
High School in the class of 1969 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree
 in Geology from Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; Eric was drafted into the 
United States Marine Corps, serving in Vietnam.&nbsp; On September 25, 1972 
he was united in marriage to Janet Sue Winkler in Hays, and they later 
divorced.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on April 6, 2012.&nbsp; He was in 
independent petroleum geologist and owner and operator of a water and 
environmental drilling company.&nbsp; He was a former member of the Lions 
Club, VFW, and American Legion.&nbsp; He was a youth coach and enjoyed race 
cars and horses.&nbsp; He gave a lot, sponsored many teams, and loved riding 
his motorcycle.&nbsp; His greatest joy was spending time with his 
grandchildren.Survivors include his son: Joshua G. 
Waddell and wife Tina of Hays, a brother: Pat Waddell of La Paz, Mexico,
 three sisters: Julie Wilson and husband Rod of Salina, Teresa Wrench of
 Salina, and Cindy Grisham and husband Troy of Arlington, TX, longtime 
friend: Teri File of Salina, three grandchildren: Ethan, Madelyn, and 
Wyatt Waddell, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Mike Waddell.Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with military Honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard and The E.A. Schumacher Marine Corps League #740.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 10:00 am until 11:00 on Tuesday all at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to The American Diabetes Association.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Eric may be shared with the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com/">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Eric F. Waddell

David N. Corns, 71, of Norton, KS passed away December 17, 2020, at the Norton County Hospital.  

David was born at Fort Sill Army Base in Lawton, Oklahoma, on November 9, 1949, to Kenneth and Geraldine (Cochran) Corns. He spent his early childhood growing up on Army bases in Washington, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Alaska.  He returned to Norton at age 11, graduating from Norton Community High School.  He attended Northwest Kansas Technical College in Goodland, KS earning a degree in auto mechanics. He served as a Sergeant in the US Army Reserve, Chemical Operations Specialist, from 1977-1993.  

David’s sense of responsibility and work ethic was like no other and he learned this at an early age stepping into the role of the “man” of the family with the early death of his dad. One of his first jobs was at K and L Market carrying out groceries, he also served as Station Manager at Gall Conoco Station, worked at Wiltfong Mobile Station, HVAC Service Technician at Norton Sheet Metal, established, maintained and updated property records for inmates at the Norton Correctional Facility, and finished his employment career at the Norton Andbe Home delivering laundry to residents which was something he truly enjoyed being able to visit with each one of them, especially, his Aunt Marcia Cochran, and those that he used to service their air conditioners and furnaces.   

His sense of responsibility lead him to many years of dedicated service to the City of Norton.  He served as Councilman from 1995 through 1999 and then was elected Mayor and served in that role until April 2015.  He took these roles seriously and loved giving back to his hometown.  

David was a family man even though he never had children of his own. He was a proud uncle and anyone that visited with David heard all the stories.  He could be seen pulling up to a nephew’s football game on his motorcycle in full leather and would get off the bike grinning from ear to ear because everyone knew he had ARRIVED.  He lived for the time spent in gyms watching those nieces and nephews play volleyball, basketball, and wrestling. Spring and summer brought baseball and softball where he always had his sunflower seeds.  We even got him to ride in the golf cart a few times to watch a few holes of golf.  He rarely missed a school music program or church event and even watched nephews in the muddy pig brawls during fair and was the first to say “let’s go ride the rides.” He enjoyed making memories watching his family enjoy the things they loved. 

David had many hobbies that kept him busy but the one most loved by him and known to all was his love of motorcycles and the open road and feeling the wind on his face.  Harley Davidson’s were his favorite by far but he owned many brands including BMW, Honda, Triumph, Motoguzzi, Kawasaki, Dirt Bikes, and Mopeds. It was not uncommon for him to call his sister, Pam, and say “Oh by the way, I’m leaving on vacation, don’t really know where I’m going, but the bike and I are leaving in the morning, so you’ll need to take care of the house and dog.”  David was a history nut and loved anything war and military related including books, memorabilia, and watching documentaries on the History Channel. He was a life-long learner and enjoyed reading.  He loved taking pictures especially of his travels.  His dogs were his family with Sandy and Chewie being his most beloved pets. 

He was a member of the Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post #63 and Free Tomorrow Motorcycle Club including serving as Road Captain. The motorcycle club was an important part of his life and truly, his second family.  He loved the weekend rides, the poker runs, the annuals, and the lifelong friends he made in this group.  

Survivors include his twin sister Deborah (John) Lindenman, Morland; brother in-law Elvin Edgett, Norton; nieces: Stacie Edgett-Minson, WaKeeney, and Tammy (Roger) VanLoenen, Hill City, and nephews: Shawn (Melissa) Lindenman, Morland, Cory (Beth) Lindenman, Winfield, Brent (Heather) Lindenman, Central City, Nebraska, and great nephews and great nieces: Carter &amp; Cooper Minson, WaKeeney, Leslie (Nathan) Hanna, Topeka, Shaelynn VanLoenen, Russell, Gabriella VanLoenen, Hill City, Jacob &amp; Leah Lindenman, Morland, Breckyn, Brody &amp; Cale Lindenman, Winfield, and Aria Hodge and Mila Lindenman, Central City, Nebraska.  

David is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth &amp; Geraldine Corns; sister, Pamela Edgett; grandparents, aunts and uncles.   

Graveside inurnment services with military honors will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020, at 1:30pm at the Norton Cemetery, Norton, KS.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post #63, Norton or the WaKeeney VFW Post #3449.  Condolences may be left at www.enfieldfh.com

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 </figure>David N. Corns, 71, of Norton, KS passed away December 17, 2020, at the Norton County Hospital. David was born at Fort Sill Army Base in Lawton, Oklahoma, on November 9, 1949, to Kenneth and Geraldine (Cochran) Corns. He spent his early childhood growing up on Army bases in Washington, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Alaska. He returned to Norton at age 11, graduating from Norton Community High School. He attended Northwest Kansas Technical College in Goodland, KS earning a degree in auto mechanics. He served as a Sergeant in the US Army Reserve, Chemical Operations Specialist, from 1977-1993. David’s sense of responsibility and work ethic was like no other and he learned this at an early age stepping into the role of the “man” of the family with the early death of his dad. One of his first jobs was at K and L Market carrying out groceries, he also served as Station Manager at Gall Conoco Station, worked at Wiltfong Mobile Station, HVAC Service Technician at Norton Sheet Metal, established, maintained and updated property records for inmates at the Norton Correctional Facility, and finished his employment career at the Norton Andbe Home delivering laundry to residents which was something he truly enjoyed being able to visit with each one of them, especially, his Aunt Marcia Cochran, and those that he used to service their air conditioners and furnaces. His sense of responsibility lead him to many years of dedicated service to the City of Norton. He served as Councilman from 1995 through 1999 and then was elected Mayor and served in that role until April 2015. He took these roles seriously and loved giving back to his hometown. David was a family man even though he never had children of his own. He was a proud uncle and anyone that visited with David heard all the stories. He could be seen pulling up to a nephew’s football game on his motorcycle in full leather and would get off the bike grinning from ear to ear because everyone knew he had ARRIVED. He lived for the time spent in gyms watching those nieces and nephews play volleyball, basketball, and wrestling. Spring and summer brought baseball and softball where he always had his sunflower seeds. We even got him to ride in the golf cart a few times to watch a few holes of golf. He rarely missed a school music program or church event and even watched nephews in the muddy pig brawls during fair and was the first to say “let’s go ride the rides.” He enjoyed making memories watching his family enjoy the things they loved. David had many hobbies that kept him busy but the one most loved by him and known to all was his love of motorcycles and the open road and feeling the wind on his face. Harley Davidson’s were his favorite by far but he owned many brands including BMW, Honda, Triumph, Motoguzzi, Kawasaki, Dirt Bikes, and Mopeds. It was not uncommon for him to call his sister, Pam, and say “Oh by the way, I’m leaving on vacation, don’t really know where I’m going, but the bike and I are leaving in the morning, so you’ll need to take care of the house and dog.” David was a history nut and loved anything war and military related including books, memorabilia, and watching documentaries on the History Channel. He was a life-long learner and enjoyed reading. He loved taking pictures especially of his travels. His dogs were his family with Sandy and Chewie being his most beloved pets. He was a member of the Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post #63 and Free Tomorrow Motorcycle Club including serving as Road Captain. The motorcycle club was an important part of his life and truly, his second family. He loved the weekend rides, the poker runs, the annuals, and the lifelong friends he made in this group. Survivors include his twin sister Deborah (John) Lindenman, Morland; brother in-law Elvin Edgett, Norton; nieces: Stacie Edgett-Minson, WaKeeney, and Tammy (Roger) VanLoenen, Hill City, and nephews: Shawn (Melissa) Lindenman, Morland, Cory (Beth) Lindenman, Winfield, Brent (Heather) Lindenman, Central City, Nebraska, and great nephews and great nieces: Carter &amp; Cooper Minson, WaKeeney, Leslie (Nathan) Hanna, Topeka, Shaelynn VanLoenen, Russell, Gabriella VanLoenen, Hill City, Jacob &amp; Leah Lindenman, Morland, Breckyn, Brody &amp; Cale Lindenman, Winfield, and Aria Hodge and Mila Lindenman, Central City, Nebraska. David is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth &amp; Geraldine Corns; sister, Pamela Edgett; grandparents, aunts and uncles. Graveside inurnment services with military honors will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020, at 1:30pm at the Norton Cemetery, Norton, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post #63, Norton or the WaKeeney VFW Post #3449. Condolences may be left at www.enfieldfh.com

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