Larry L. Kleweno, age 82, died October 14, 2020 at Cedar Village, 
Ness City.&nbsp; He was born on July 4, 1938 to Herman H and Pauline 
(Filbert) Kleweno in Ness City, Kansas at a maternity home.

Larry’s first home was southwest of Bazine, which he always called 
the “Home Place”.&nbsp; When his grandmother Filbert died in 1947 Herman and 
Pauline took their family into Bazine to live and care for Grandpa 
Filbert.&nbsp; Living at the South end of town there was room for a mild cow,
 chickens, rabbits, and ducks.&nbsp; His sister and Melford Shaben wanted to 
take Larry to the county fair, but he said, “No.”&nbsp; He wanted to stay 
home and take care of the chickens, rabbits, and ducks.

Larry attended the Bazine Grade school and completed his freshman 
year at Bazine High School. In 1952 the Kleweno family moved to Lenora, 
Kansas where he started his sophomore year.&nbsp; After filling the farm 
generator there was an explosion from the gasoline fumes, and he was 
badly burned. For the next four weeks he was hospitalized in Norton, but
 when gangrene set-in he was sent to a Denver hospital by train.&nbsp; They 
had to remove the windows to get him unloaded on the stretcher.&nbsp; Larry 
spent another 13 weeks in the hospital.&nbsp;

After graduating from high school, he was drafted and ruled 
ineligible because of the burns on his legs and hand.&nbsp; Larry went to 
Wichita for a short while to help a contractor from Norton erect steel 
frame buildings.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Following the March 1957 blizzard, he worked with a 
telephone crew rebuilding lines around Ellis, Kansas. &nbsp;

When Darlene and Melford moved to Ness City in 1960, Larry moved to 
the farm where he remained until he need the cared of Cedar Village on 
January 28, 2018.

It was on a cold night in January 1964, when he asked for a ride in 
Marian’s new 1964 Chevy Impala SS.&nbsp; Their bonding began and they were 
married March 6, 1965 at the Bazine United Methodist Church.

Larry was a lifetime member of the Bazine Methodist church, worked 
hard, enjoyed the cattle, brothers-in-law, family, and friends and still
 wanted chickens in his later years.&nbsp; He enjoyed going to auctions with 
neal and Dean and collected Minneapolis-Moline tractors and many old 
cars.&nbsp; He preferred FORDS.

He was Dad to Laura and Linn and Grandpa to Taylor Murray and Samantha Kleweno.

He is survived by his wife, Marian; daughter, Laura Kleweno; son, 
Linn Kleweno and his wife, Jennifer and sister, Marlene Trible of 
Ingleside, Texas.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Darlene 
Demoret, Wilma James, and Kathleen Slack; four nephews, Michael Slack, 
Roman Wiehebrink, Jr., John Kevin Landauer, and Barry Landauer; and 
niece, Sheely Delaney Wesley.

Funeral service will be at the Bazine Cemetery, Bazine, Kanas on 
Saturday, October 17, 2020, 12 O’clock Noon. The family requests casual 
attire. Viewing will be on Friday, October 16, 2020 from 1:00 to 9:00 
p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home.

The family requests memorial contributions to Cedar Village, Ness 
County Bank Building Foundation, or the Ness County Historical Society.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602873423736.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Larry L. Kleweno, age 82, died October 14, 2020 at Cedar Village, 
Ness City.&nbsp; He was born on July 4, 1938 to Herman H and Pauline 
(Filbert) Kleweno in Ness City, Kansas at a maternity home.Larry’s first home was southwest of Bazine, which he always called 
the “Home Place”.&nbsp; When his grandmother Filbert died in 1947 Herman and 
Pauline took their family into Bazine to live and care for Grandpa 
Filbert.&nbsp; Living at the South end of town there was room for a mild cow,
 chickens, rabbits, and ducks.&nbsp; His sister and Melford Shaben wanted to 
take Larry to the county fair, but he said, “No.”&nbsp; He wanted to stay 
home and take care of the chickens, rabbits, and ducks.Larry attended the Bazine Grade school and completed his freshman 
year at Bazine High School. In 1952 the Kleweno family moved to Lenora, 
Kansas where he started his sophomore year.&nbsp; After filling the farm 
generator there was an explosion from the gasoline fumes, and he was 
badly burned. For the next four weeks he was hospitalized in Norton, but
 when gangrene set-in he was sent to a Denver hospital by train.&nbsp; They 
had to remove the windows to get him unloaded on the stretcher.&nbsp; Larry 
spent another 13 weeks in the hospital.&nbsp;After graduating from high school, he was drafted and ruled 
ineligible because of the burns on his legs and hand.&nbsp; Larry went to 
Wichita for a short while to help a contractor from Norton erect steel 
frame buildings.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Following the March 1957 blizzard, he worked with a 
telephone crew rebuilding lines around Ellis, Kansas. &nbsp;When Darlene and Melford moved to Ness City in 1960, Larry moved to 
the farm where he remained until he need the cared of Cedar Village on 
January 28, 2018.It was on a cold night in January 1964, when he asked for a ride in 
Marian’s new 1964 Chevy Impala SS.&nbsp; Their bonding began and they were 
married March 6, 1965 at the Bazine United Methodist Church.Larry was a lifetime member of the Bazine Methodist church, worked 
hard, enjoyed the cattle, brothers-in-law, family, and friends and still
 wanted chickens in his later years.&nbsp; He enjoyed going to auctions with 
neal and Dean and collected Minneapolis-Moline tractors and many old 
cars.&nbsp; He preferred FORDS.He was Dad to Laura and Linn and Grandpa to Taylor Murray and Samantha Kleweno.He is survived by his wife, Marian; daughter, Laura Kleweno; son, 
Linn Kleweno and his wife, Jennifer and sister, Marlene Trible of 
Ingleside, Texas.Larry was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Darlene 
Demoret, Wilma James, and Kathleen Slack; four nephews, Michael Slack, 
Roman Wiehebrink, Jr., John Kevin Landauer, and Barry Landauer; and 
niece, Sheely Delaney Wesley.Funeral service will be at the Bazine Cemetery, Bazine, Kanas on 
Saturday, October 17, 2020, 12 O’clock Noon. The family requests casual 
attire. Viewing will be on Friday, October 16, 2020 from 1:00 to 9:00 
p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home.The family requests memorial contributions to Cedar Village, Ness 
County Bank Building Foundation, or the Ness County Historical Society.

Larry Lee Kleweno

Donald J. Reinhardt, 83, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, October 9, 2020, at the Hutchinson Regional Hospital in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Don was born May 16, 1937, in Hays, Kansas.  He was one of two children born to Arnold and LaVerne (Shaver) Reinhardt.  He grew up in rural Russell County and attended Mt. Brokaw country school.  He was a 1955 graduate of Russell High School.

Donald then served his country in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958, serving as a helicopter crew chief at Fort Sam Houston Army Base in San Antonio, Texas and Fort George G. Meade in Maryland.  After his service, he returned to the rural Russell area.

He was united in marriage to Bonnie Eichman in 1957.  This union was blessed with four children; Steve, Stan, Aimee, and Scott.  Later in life, he married Mary Ernst on February 14, 1990.

Don was a very proud farmer and rancher.  He farmed in the Big Creek township with his father until 1963 when he and his family moved to the Shaver farm near Bunker Hill, Kansas.  He was a member of the Bunker Hill United Methodist Church and the Bunker Hill Lions Club.  Don enjoyed hunting especially turkey, fishing, camping with Mary in their camper, tending his cattle, and flying his Piper J3 Cub. 

He loved traveling with family and friends, and spending winters in Zapata, Texas with Mary. His family was his greatest joy in life.  His kids and grandkids enjoyed and vividly remember numerous adventures with him. As he said all the time, “And, I’m responsible for every one of ‘em.”

Donald Jay’s surviving family include his wife of 30 years, Mary, of the home; daughter, Aimee Gfeller (Ron) of Russell, Kansas; three sons, Steve Reinhardt (Raeleen) of Russell, Kansas, Stan Reinhardt (Penny) of Russell, Kansas, and Scott Reinhardt (Marcie) of Carthage, Missouri; sister, Sandra Shea (Jim) of Colwich, Kansas; twelve grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; four step-children, ten step-grandchildren; a niece and a nephew.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.  The family has chosen cremation.  Memorials have been established with the Bunker Hill Lions Club and Bunker Hill United Methodist Church.  Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602873227654.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Donald J. Reinhardt, 83, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, October 9, 2020, at the Hutchinson Regional Hospital in Hutchinson, Kansas.Don was born May 16, 1937, in Hays, Kansas. He was one of two children born to Arnold and LaVerne (Shaver) Reinhardt. He grew up in rural Russell County and attended Mt. Brokaw country school. He was a 1955 graduate of Russell High School.Donald then served his country in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958, serving as a helicopter crew chief at Fort Sam Houston Army Base in San Antonio, Texas and Fort George G. Meade in Maryland. After his service, he returned to the rural Russell area.He was united in marriage to Bonnie Eichman in 1957. This union was blessed with four children; Steve, Stan, Aimee, and Scott. Later in life, he married Mary Ernst on February 14, 1990.Don was a very proud farmer and rancher. He farmed in the Big Creek township with his father until 1963 when he and his family moved to the Shaver farm near Bunker Hill, Kansas. He was a member of the Bunker Hill United Methodist Church and the Bunker Hill Lions Club. Don enjoyed hunting especially turkey, fishing, camping with Mary in their camper, tending his cattle, and flying his Piper J3 Cub. He loved traveling with family and friends, and spending winters in Zapata, Texas with Mary. His family was his greatest joy in life. His kids and grandkids enjoyed and vividly remember numerous adventures with him. As he said all the time, “And, I’m responsible for every one of ‘em.”Donald Jay’s surviving family include his wife of 30 years, Mary, of the home; daughter, Aimee Gfeller (Ron) of Russell, Kansas; three sons, Steve Reinhardt (Raeleen) of Russell, Kansas, Stan Reinhardt (Penny) of Russell, Kansas, and Scott Reinhardt (Marcie) of Carthage, Missouri; sister, Sandra Shea (Jim) of Colwich, Kansas; twelve grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; four step-children, ten step-grandchildren; a niece and a nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents.A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family has chosen cremation. Memorials have been established with the Bunker Hill Lions Club and Bunker Hill United Methodist Church. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Donald J. Reinhardt

Renee Mary (Shreve) Zodrow was born on December 12, 1949 in Colby, 
Kansas to Marie (Rodenbeck) and Pete Shreve. Renee grew up just south of
 Colby and graduated from Colby High School. After high school, Renee 
studied nursing. She became a registered nurse and soon after, met 
Joseph Zodrow on a blind date. They dated and were soon engaged to be 
married. Joe and Renee were wed on June 17, 1972 in Leoville, Kansas. To
 this union, three daughters were born: Aimee Renee, Rebecca Jo, and 
Cassie Jo. Joe and Renee raised their daughters in Leoville. Renee was a
 devoted wife and loving mother. She loved raising her girls in 
Leoville. While she had little experience with cooking when she was 
first married, Renee became well-known for her amazing cooking. She 
loved to cook big meals for her family. She often told about the first 
time making mashed potatoes and gravy for Joe. The gravy was too thick 
and the mashed potatoes too runny so they put their potatoes on top of 
the gravy. 
Renee worked as a registered nurse while raising her family. Her fiery 
spirit, compassion, and work ethic made her an exceptional surgical 
nurse. Renee joked that she liked being a surgical nurse because her 
patients were asleep, but anyone who knew her, knew she was only 
kidding. She was an avid patient advocate and cared deeply about the 
patients she helped care for. Renee’s nursing career started in Colby 
and moved to Oberlin. After she retired, she even worked for a brief 
period in Oakley. 
Renee loved animals and had an adventurous spirit. She got her 
motorcycle license before she married Joe and never let the license 
lapse. She and Joe loved to do day rides around northwest Kansas and 
Renee was always the leader of the pack. In recent years, her beloved 
dog, Rudy would even ride for short distances with her on her trike. 
Renee was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish in Leoville where she
 was a member of the Altar Society. She worked hard each year to help 
the parish with the Fall Festival. One of Renee’s main jobs for the 
event was to make the stuffing each year. She would spend hours toasting
 bread and making the stuffing taste amazing. Renee also spent a lot of 
time in the summer mowing and caring for the church and cemetery 
grounds. 
Renee died on October 11, 2020 at Logan County Hospital surrounded by 
family. Her warm and fiery spirit and infectious laugh will forever be 
missed. Renee was preceded in death by her mother, Marie; father, Pete; 
brother, Sandy; mother-in-law, Mary Ann Zodrow; father-in-law, Conrad 
Zodrow; and son-in-law, Dane Flora. 
She is survived by her husband, Joe; daughter, Aimee and Mike Zimmerman 
of Oakley; daughter, Rebecca Flora and Hubert Linenberger of Hays; 
daughter Cassie Zodrow and Dave Flipse of Oakley; grandchildren, Cole, 
Jenna, Kade, and Cody Zimmerman, Wayne and Caleb Flipse, and Madeline 
Williams; great-grandchildren, Jax and Zoe Flipse and Cooper Williams; 
sisters-in-law, Pat and Ed Conard and Sharon and Keith Karnes; and 
brothers-in-law, Tom and Michelle Zodrow, and Paul Zodrow. 
Visitation is 2-4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2020, at Immaculate 
Conception Church, Leoville, with a Vigil at 4:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass 
will be offered on October 19, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. also at the church, 
with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Leoville. Memorials are
 suggested to the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Fund or for Masses and can be 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/10/1602873148647.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Renee Mary (Shreve) Zodrow was born on December 12, 1949 in Colby, 
Kansas to Marie (Rodenbeck) and Pete Shreve. Renee grew up just south of
 Colby and graduated from Colby High School. After high school, Renee 
studied nursing. She became a registered nurse and soon after, met 
Joseph Zodrow on a blind date. They dated and were soon engaged to be 
married. Joe and Renee were wed on June 17, 1972 in Leoville, Kansas. To
 this union, three daughters were born: Aimee Renee, Rebecca Jo, and 
Cassie Jo. Joe and Renee raised their daughters in Leoville. Renee was a
 devoted wife and loving mother. She loved raising her girls in 
Leoville. While she had little experience with cooking when she was 
first married, Renee became well-known for her amazing cooking. She 
loved to cook big meals for her family. She often told about the first 
time making mashed potatoes and gravy for Joe. The gravy was too thick 
and the mashed potatoes too runny so they put their potatoes on top of 
the gravy. 
Renee worked as a registered nurse while raising her family. Her fiery 
spirit, compassion, and work ethic made her an exceptional surgical 
nurse. Renee joked that she liked being a surgical nurse because her 
patients were asleep, but anyone who knew her, knew she was only 
kidding. She was an avid patient advocate and cared deeply about the 
patients she helped care for. Renee’s nursing career started in Colby 
and moved to Oberlin. After she retired, she even worked for a brief 
period in Oakley. 
Renee loved animals and had an adventurous spirit. She got her 
motorcycle license before she married Joe and never let the license 
lapse. She and Joe loved to do day rides around northwest Kansas and 
Renee was always the leader of the pack. In recent years, her beloved 
dog, Rudy would even ride for short distances with her on her trike. 
Renee was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish in Leoville where she
 was a member of the Altar Society. She worked hard each year to help 
the parish with the Fall Festival. One of Renee’s main jobs for the 
event was to make the stuffing each year. She would spend hours toasting
 bread and making the stuffing taste amazing. Renee also spent a lot of 
time in the summer mowing and caring for the church and cemetery 
grounds. 
Renee died on October 11, 2020 at Logan County Hospital surrounded by 
family. Her warm and fiery spirit and infectious laugh will forever be 
missed. Renee was preceded in death by her mother, Marie; father, Pete; 
brother, Sandy; mother-in-law, Mary Ann Zodrow; father-in-law, Conrad 
Zodrow; and son-in-law, Dane Flora. 
She is survived by her husband, Joe; daughter, Aimee and Mike Zimmerman 
of Oakley; daughter, Rebecca Flora and Hubert Linenberger of Hays; 
daughter Cassie Zodrow and Dave Flipse of Oakley; grandchildren, Cole, 
Jenna, Kade, and Cody Zimmerman, Wayne and Caleb Flipse, and Madeline 
Williams; great-grandchildren, Jax and Zoe Flipse and Cooper Williams; 
sisters-in-law, Pat and Ed Conard and Sharon and Keith Karnes; and 
brothers-in-law, Tom and Michelle Zodrow, and Paul Zodrow. 
Visitation is 2-4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2020, at Immaculate 
Conception Church, Leoville, with a Vigil at 4:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass 
will be offered on October 19, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. also at the church, 
with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Leoville. Memorials are
 suggested to the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Fund or for Masses and can be 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Renee Mary Zodrow

Ruth Evelyn Lowry, 93, passed away October 14, 2020, at the 
University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. She was born on 
January 12, 1927, at Durant, Okla., to William A. &amp; Ruby (Canon) 
Carter. She married Ray J. Brakebill in June 1948, at Great Bend. He 
died in 1977. She then married Elmo H. Lowry on March 8, 1979, in 
Wichita. He died November 29, 2005.

Coming from Wichita in 1974, Ruth was a long-time teacher, teaching 
in Kalvesta, Wichita and Great Bend before retiring in 1979. She was a 
member of the First United Methodist Church, having served on various 
committees, N.E.A., R.S.V.P., and the Progress Club.

Survivors include, a sister, Lois Parker of Claremont, Calif.; and a 
step daughter, Joyce Jackson of Texas. She was preceded in death by her 
parents; her husbands, Ray J. Brakebill and Elmo H. Lowry; four 
brothers, Emmett Carter, James Carter, Reginald Carter, and Charles 
Wayne Carter; a sister, Louise Pelayo; and a stepson, Duane Lowry.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, 
October 22, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held 
at 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 23, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home, with 
Reverend Morita Truman presiding. Interment will be in Resthaven 
Cemetery, Wichita. Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist
 Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Ruth Evelyn Lowry, 93, passed away October 14, 2020, at the 
University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. She was born on 
January 12, 1927, at Durant, Okla., to William A. &amp; Ruby (Canon) 
Carter. She married Ray J. Brakebill in June 1948, at Great Bend. He 
died in 1977. She then married Elmo H. Lowry on March 8, 1979, in 
Wichita. He died November 29, 2005.Coming from Wichita in 1974, Ruth was a long-time teacher, teaching 
in Kalvesta, Wichita and Great Bend before retiring in 1979. She was a 
member of the First United Methodist Church, having served on various 
committees, N.E.A., R.S.V.P., and the Progress Club.Survivors include, a sister, Lois Parker of Claremont, Calif.; and a 
step daughter, Joyce Jackson of Texas. She was preceded in death by her 
parents; her husbands, Ray J. Brakebill and Elmo H. Lowry; four 
brothers, Emmett Carter, James Carter, Reginald Carter, and Charles 
Wayne Carter; a sister, Louise Pelayo; and a stepson, Duane Lowry.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, 
October 22, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held 
at 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 23, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home, with 
Reverend Morita Truman presiding. Interment will be in Resthaven 
Cemetery, Wichita. Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist
 Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Ruth Evelyn Lowry

Leroy Fahey Holmes, 78, of Salina, 
passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020.  He was born July 7, 1942, in 
Denver, Colorado, to Darrell and Agnes (Atwell) Holmes. 

 Lee graduated 
from Utica High School and Fort Hays State University.  He worked as a 
teacher and a coach for many, many years.  In his free time he enjoyed 
gardening, woodworking, participating in Salina Senior Games, and 
watching/attending sporting events especially those with his 
grandchildren.


Leroy is survived by his children, Kristi Pike (Sean) of Salina, and 
Reed Holmes (Debi), of Denver; grandchildren, Ivan, Alyssa, Jeffery, 
Nathan, Erica, Brandon, Dustan (Mya), Tyler (Kristi), and Salena; 
great-grandchildren, Dakota, Kaleb, Elizabeth, Charlotte, Marcus, 
Adelynn, Kassandra and Sydney; and numerous nieces and nephews.


He was preceded in death by his wife Janet, of 54 years; his parents; sister Carol and her husband Julian McEwen.


Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. with family present 6-8 p.m. Friday, October 23, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.


Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 
Belmont Boulevard Christian Church, Salina, internment will follow in 
Gypsum Hill Cemetery.


Memorials may be made to Belmont Boulevard Christian Church or Kansas Children's Service League, in care of Ryan Mortuary.




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 </figure>Leroy Fahey Holmes, 78, of Salina, 
passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020. He was born July 7, 1942, in 
Denver, Colorado, to Darrell and Agnes (Atwell) Holmes. Lee graduated 
from Utica High School and Fort Hays State University. He worked as a 
teacher and a coach for many, many years. In his free time he enjoyed 
gardening, woodworking, participating in Salina Senior Games, and 
watching/attending sporting events especially those with his 
grandchildren.
Leroy is survived by his children, Kristi Pike (Sean) of Salina, and 
Reed Holmes (Debi), of Denver; grandchildren, Ivan, Alyssa, Jeffery, 
Nathan, Erica, Brandon, Dustan (Mya), Tyler (Kristi), and Salena; 
great-grandchildren, Dakota, Kaleb, Elizabeth, Charlotte, Marcus, 
Adelynn, Kassandra and Sydney; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife Janet, of 54 years; his parents; sister Carol and her husband Julian McEwen.
Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. with family present 6-8 p.m. Friday, October 23, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.
Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 
Belmont Boulevard Christian Church, Salina, internment will follow in 
Gypsum Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Belmont Boulevard Christian Church or Kansas Children's Service League, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Leroy Fahey Holmes

Benita Barbara Snyder, 90, passed away on October 14, 2020. She was 
born on January 3, 1930 in Ness County, Kansas the daughter of Paul and 
Mary (Stoecklein) Seib.&nbsp; She married Daniel Snyder on June 22, 1957, in 
Garden City, Kansas. He died on June 23, 2013.

Benita was homemaker with a kind, loving, very gentle spirit and 
profound deep faith that carried her through every day of her life.&nbsp; She
 loved spending time with family and living her faith. She was a 
lifetime member of the Daughters of Isabella of Garden City, Eucharistic
 Minister, Choir member and Altar Society member at the Cathedral of Our
 Lady of Guadalupe in Dodge City. She also assisted in various volunteer
 endeavors including Friendship Feast in Dodge City. &nbsp;In 2020 she moved 
to Brewster, Kansas where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law.

Survivors include 3 sons, Stephen (Nancy) Snyder of Dodge City, 
Daniel (Karen) Snyder of Glendale, AZ, Kenneth Snyder of Anthem, AZ; 3 
daughters, Sharon (Tim) Tompkins of Brewster, Patricia (Anthony) Pieschl
 of Wichita, Karen (Robert) Lindgren of Hutchinson; 8 brothers, Tony, 
Eugene, Paul, Robert, Tom, Vern, Gary and Jerry Seib; 2 sisters, Lorita 
Franz, Mary Catherine Hilmes; 11 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 2 sisters, Eleanor 
Knoll, and Sister Florence Seib, and infant brother and 1 grandson.

Rosary will be on Sunday, October 18, 6:30 p.m., at Fitzgerald 
Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Monday, October 19, 2020, 10:00
 a.m., at the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City.&nbsp; Burial in the Sacred 
Heart Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City,
 Kansas, 10:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2020 with the family 
present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Hospice of Northwest Kansas or Heart of the Nation.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Benita Barbara Snyder, 90, passed away on October 14, 2020. She was 
born on January 3, 1930 in Ness County, Kansas the daughter of Paul and 
Mary (Stoecklein) Seib.&nbsp; She married Daniel Snyder on June 22, 1957, in 
Garden City, Kansas. He died on June 23, 2013.Benita was homemaker with a kind, loving, very gentle spirit and 
profound deep faith that carried her through every day of her life.&nbsp; She
 loved spending time with family and living her faith. She was a 
lifetime member of the Daughters of Isabella of Garden City, Eucharistic
 Minister, Choir member and Altar Society member at the Cathedral of Our
 Lady of Guadalupe in Dodge City. She also assisted in various volunteer
 endeavors including Friendship Feast in Dodge City. &nbsp;In 2020 she moved 
to Brewster, Kansas where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law.Survivors include 3 sons, Stephen (Nancy) Snyder of Dodge City, 
Daniel (Karen) Snyder of Glendale, AZ, Kenneth Snyder of Anthem, AZ; 3 
daughters, Sharon (Tim) Tompkins of Brewster, Patricia (Anthony) Pieschl
 of Wichita, Karen (Robert) Lindgren of Hutchinson; 8 brothers, Tony, 
Eugene, Paul, Robert, Tom, Vern, Gary and Jerry Seib; 2 sisters, Lorita 
Franz, Mary Catherine Hilmes; 11 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 2 sisters, Eleanor 
Knoll, and Sister Florence Seib, and infant brother and 1 grandson.Rosary will be on Sunday, October 18, 6:30 p.m., at Fitzgerald 
Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Monday, October 19, 2020, 10:00
 a.m., at the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City.&nbsp; Burial in the Sacred 
Heart Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City,
 Kansas, 10:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2020 with the family 
present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be given to the Hospice of Northwest Kansas or Heart of the Nation.

Benita Barbara Snyder

September 13, 1943 -
 October 7, 2020

An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Vickie-Sue--Bane-Deines?obId=18573757#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>September 13, 1943 -
 October 7, 2020 An obituary is pending with Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Vickie-Sue--Bane-Deines?obId=18573757#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Vickie Sue (Bane) Deines

Following a weekend spent with family, including his 
grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his wife of 62 years, Billie, 
Pawnee County native and lifelong Burdett resident John Thompson, 84, 
passed on October 14. Born March 20, 1936, he was the son of John 
“Howard” and Doris “Jean” (Bindley) Thompson.&nbsp;

John was a quintessential Kansas farmer and rancher. When 
his hands weren’t in the soil, he was an active member of the Faith 
Fellowship Church in Hanston. He was committed to his Christian faith, 
actively answering the call by participating in bible studies and 
assisting with children’s ministries. He had a passion for reading, 
history, bicycling, planting, K-State sports and volunteering with the 
Lions Club. John’s numerous bike rides across Kansas, Missouri, South 
Dakota, Oklahoma, Iowa, and Nebraska hinted at his enthusiasm for travel
 and love for meeting new people, which he realized by spending winters 
in Texas and summers in Colorado. Even during his retirement, he found 
ways to give back from replacing window screens and sheet rock to 
painting shutters for community churches.&nbsp;

Survivors include: his wife, Billie Mae (Herndon) Thompson 
of Burdett; a daughter, Robin (Bill) Niederee of Great Bend; a son, 
Marshall Thompson of Burdett; two grandsons, Daniel (Heather) Thompson 
of Hanston and Dillon Thompson of Burdett; a sister, Doris Chipman of 
Denton, Texas; three granddaughters, Katlyn (Jonathan) Rosborough of 
Washington, D.C., Allison Niederee of Los Angeles, Sarah Niederee of 
Buffalo, N.Y.; four great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Will, and Anna-Beth 
Thompson, and James Rosborough.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dan Thompson.

Pastor Doug Ellison of Faith Fellowship Church in Hanston 
(located 6.5 miles West of Burdett turn North 1/4 Mile) will preside 
over the memorial service at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 19. The 
service will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/faithfellowship4you">www.facebook.com/faithfellowship4you</a>. Inurnment will follow at Browns Grove Cemetery, Burdett.

Visitation will be 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, October 18, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to Team Kid Ministry at Faith 
Fellowship Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 
67550.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Following a weekend spent with family, including his 
grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his wife of 62 years, Billie, 
Pawnee County native and lifelong Burdett resident John Thompson, 84, 
passed on October 14. Born March 20, 1936, he was the son of John 
“Howard” and Doris “Jean” (Bindley) Thompson.&nbsp;John was a quintessential Kansas farmer and rancher. When 
his hands weren’t in the soil, he was an active member of the Faith 
Fellowship Church in Hanston. He was committed to his Christian faith, 
actively answering the call by participating in bible studies and 
assisting with children’s ministries. He had a passion for reading, 
history, bicycling, planting, K-State sports and volunteering with the 
Lions Club. John’s numerous bike rides across Kansas, Missouri, South 
Dakota, Oklahoma, Iowa, and Nebraska hinted at his enthusiasm for travel
 and love for meeting new people, which he realized by spending winters 
in Texas and summers in Colorado. Even during his retirement, he found 
ways to give back from replacing window screens and sheet rock to 
painting shutters for community churches.&nbsp;Survivors include: his wife, Billie Mae (Herndon) Thompson 
of Burdett; a daughter, Robin (Bill) Niederee of Great Bend; a son, 
Marshall Thompson of Burdett; two grandsons, Daniel (Heather) Thompson 
of Hanston and Dillon Thompson of Burdett; a sister, Doris Chipman of 
Denton, Texas; three granddaughters, Katlyn (Jonathan) Rosborough of 
Washington, D.C., Allison Niederee of Los Angeles, Sarah Niederee of 
Buffalo, N.Y.; four great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Will, and Anna-Beth 
Thompson, and James Rosborough.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dan Thompson.Pastor Doug Ellison of Faith Fellowship Church in Hanston 
(located 6.5 miles West of Burdett turn North 1/4 Mile) will preside 
over the memorial service at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 19. The 
service will be viewable via Facebook Live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/faithfellowship4you">www.facebook.com/faithfellowship4you</a>. Inurnment will follow at Browns Grove Cemetery, Burdett.Visitation will be 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, October 18, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.&nbsp;Memorials may be given to Team Kid Ministry at Faith 
Fellowship Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 
67550.&nbsp;

John Eldon Thompson

Paulino “Paul” Amedeo Montoia, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2020, in Norton, KS.  Paul, one of nine children, was born on September 5, 1925, was to Alfredo and Lucila (Camus) Montoya in Cuba, New Mexico. 

He served in the Armed Forces from 1943-1949, stationed in Denver, Colorado, Korea and Germany.  On his return from Germany to Denver, he came by way of Norton, to see an army buddy, Augie Unrein, and his wife, Anna. It just so happened Anna’s sister, Clemmie, was introduced to Paul on that visit and from then on Paul made visits to Norton until his discharge from the service.  Paul and T. Clementine Robben were united in marriage May 1, 1950, in Norton, where they made their home.  In the early years, he worked for his father-in-law, Clemens Robben, at the Norton Manufacturing Company where they drilled water wells and he also learned welding and metal works.  In 1951, Clemmie and Paul bought a three-room house along Highway 36 as their first home. Eventually they needed more space, so Paul purchased an old farmhouse and he was able to use the lumber making the addition of 2 bedrooms and later a living room and carport.  The addition made room for their growing family totaling four children. 

Paul bought the Phillips 66 gas station, which stood on the corner of Highway 36 and Second St., which also included a small grocery store and a door-to-door Fairmont milk route.  Later, he would build a new service station in its place and eventually sold the business to Leroy (Pete) Peterson.  

In 1958, he built the A &amp; W Drive-In Restaurant on the lot next to their home on Highway 36 which butted up next to their carport. This was operated during the summer months and closed in the winter. It became the first job for a lot of local high school kids and a popular hangout as well. He also was a wholesale distributor for DOB Corporation selling pizza-making supplies to Kansas and Nebraska bars and restaurants. As years passed he built a new home 4 miles west of Norton, removed his original home, and built a new A &amp; W replacing the old one.  He ran the A &amp; W for a total of 20 years where they started selling mugs of root beer for 5 cents and hamburgers for 29 cents which carhops would deliver.  During this time, he purchased the Halbert Propane Service and later renamed it Norton Propane Service.  Paul would later sell that business to Don Ryan.  

Paul partnered with Larry Hull leasing Silvaire Skating Rink building and re-opened it as a 'membership only’ nightclub and renaming it The Club Silvaire.  At that time, it was dress attire only and as Kansas was a dry state at that time, the members had to bring their own bottle of liquor and were issued a punch card with the number of drinks they could have during the evening.  The club had a dining room serving meals of steak dinners, etc., and a dance floor for evening entertainment.  They eventually sold the club to Darlene Strickland who happened to have been a previous customer on his pizza route. 

Later in the 70’s, he would team up with Marvin Pfannenstiel to co-manage the Prairie Dog Golf Course bar and dining.

Among his many endeavors, he owned a backhoe and trenching service in which he dug house basements, septic tanks, sewer lines, gas lines, etc., which he would operate until his failing health wouldn’t allow him to work anymore.  

He was a man of many trades and hard work was something he relished.

In his spare time, he enjoyed going to the casino with his wife and in-laws Augie and Anna Unrein, on the bus and attending polka dances with a regular group of area friends.

Paul was a proud member of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree KOC, American Legion, Eagles charter member and VFW.

Paul is survived by his wife of 70 years, Clemmie, of their home; sons, Paul, (Leila) Farmington, NM; Thomas, Palco, KS; Ted, (Barbara) St. Louis, MO; and one daughter, Jeanette, (Gary) Lacy, Norton, KS, nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, brother, Robert (Delores) Montoya, and sisters, Minnie Olivas, Juanita Underwood, Dolores, (Bob) Romero, and Dorothy, (Emilio) Romero.  He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers, Louis and Fred Montoya and one sister, Ruth Montoya.  

A memorial has been established (Paul A. Montoia Memorial) and the donations with be shared among St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Norton Amusement Association, and the Norton Senior Center.  

VISITATION – Friday, October 16, 2020 – 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

PLACE – Enfield Funeral Home – 215 W. Main – Norton, KS

ROSARY SERVICE – Friday, October 16, 2020 – 7:00 p.m. 

GRAVESIDE SERVICE AND INTERMENT – Saturday, October 17, 2020 – 10:30 a.m.

MILITARY HONORS – Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post #63

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 </figure>Paulino “Paul” Amedeo Montoia, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2020, in Norton, KS. Paul, one of nine children, was born on September 5, 1925, was to Alfredo and Lucila (Camus) Montoya in Cuba, New Mexico. He served in the Armed Forces from 1943-1949, stationed in Denver, Colorado, Korea and Germany. On his return from Germany to Denver, he came by way of Norton, to see an army buddy, Augie Unrein, and his wife, Anna. It just so happened Anna’s sister, Clemmie, was introduced to Paul on that visit and from then on Paul made visits to Norton until his discharge from the service. Paul and T. Clementine Robben were united in marriage May 1, 1950, in Norton, where they made their home. In the early years, he worked for his father-in-law, Clemens Robben, at the Norton Manufacturing Company where they drilled water wells and he also learned welding and metal works. In 1951, Clemmie and Paul bought a three-room house along Highway 36 as their first home. Eventually they needed more space, so Paul purchased an old farmhouse and he was able to use the lumber making the addition of 2 bedrooms and later a living room and carport. The addition made room for their growing family totaling four children. Paul bought the Phillips 66 gas station, which stood on the corner of Highway 36 and Second St., which also included a small grocery store and a door-to-door Fairmont milk route. Later, he would build a new service station in its place and eventually sold the business to Leroy (Pete) Peterson. In 1958, he built the A &amp; W Drive-In Restaurant on the lot next to their home on Highway 36 which butted up next to their carport. This was operated during the summer months and closed in the winter. It became the first job for a lot of local high school kids and a popular hangout as well. He also was a wholesale distributor for DOB Corporation selling pizza-making supplies to Kansas and Nebraska bars and restaurants. As years passed he built a new home 4 miles west of Norton, removed his original home, and built a new A &amp; W replacing the old one. He ran the A &amp; W for a total of 20 years where they started selling mugs of root beer for 5 cents and hamburgers for 29 cents which carhops would deliver. During this time, he purchased the Halbert Propane Service and later renamed it Norton Propane Service. Paul would later sell that business to Don Ryan. Paul partnered with Larry Hull leasing Silvaire Skating Rink building and re-opened it as a 'membership only’ nightclub and renaming it The Club Silvaire. At that time, it was dress attire only and as Kansas was a dry state at that time, the members had to bring their own bottle of liquor and were issued a punch card with the number of drinks they could have during the evening. The club had a dining room serving meals of steak dinners, etc., and a dance floor for evening entertainment. They eventually sold the club to Darlene Strickland who happened to have been a previous customer on his pizza route. Later in the 70’s, he would team up with Marvin Pfannenstiel to co-manage the Prairie Dog Golf Course bar and dining.Among his many endeavors, he owned a backhoe and trenching service in which he dug house basements, septic tanks, sewer lines, gas lines, etc., which he would operate until his failing health wouldn’t allow him to work anymore. He was a man of many trades and hard work was something he relished.In his spare time, he enjoyed going to the casino with his wife and in-laws Augie and Anna Unrein, on the bus and attending polka dances with a regular group of area friends.Paul was a proud member of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree KOC, American Legion, Eagles charter member and VFW.Paul is survived by his wife of 70 years, Clemmie, of their home; sons, Paul, (Leila) Farmington, NM; Thomas, Palco, KS; Ted, (Barbara) St. Louis, MO; and one daughter, Jeanette, (Gary) Lacy, Norton, KS, nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, brother, Robert (Delores) Montoya, and sisters, Minnie Olivas, Juanita Underwood, Dolores, (Bob) Romero, and Dorothy, (Emilio) Romero. He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers, Louis and Fred Montoya and one sister, Ruth Montoya. A memorial has been established (Paul A. Montoia Memorial) and the donations with be shared among St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Norton Amusement Association, and the Norton Senior Center. VISITATION – Friday, October 16, 2020 – 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.PLACE – Enfield Funeral Home – 215 W. Main – Norton, KSROSARY SERVICE – Friday, October 16, 2020 – 7:00 p.m. PLACE – Enfield Funeral Home in NortonGRAVESIDE SERVICE AND INTERMENT – Saturday, October 17, 2020 – 10:30 a.m.PLACE – Norton Cemetery – Norton, KSMILITARY HONORS – Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post #63MEMORIAL – Paul Montoia Memorial Fund

Paul A. Montoia 

Joseph LeRoy “Joe” Klaus, 86, Hays, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at HaysMed.

He was born April 14, 1934, in rural 
Ellis County, the son of Alex W. and Adeline (Leiker) Klaus.&nbsp; He was a 
graduate of St. Joseph Military Academy in the class of 1951.&nbsp; From 1953
 until 1955, he served in the United States Army in Korea.&nbsp; On May 28, 
1960, he was united in marriage to Janet Urban at Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church in Hays, and they celebrated 60 years of marriage.&nbsp;


 Joe was a systems technician for Southwestern Bell for 32 years, 
retired from AT&amp;T in 1987, and owned and operated Joe’s Telephone 
Service for 15 years.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, St. Mary’s Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council 
#6984, Hays VFW Post #9076 where he was past Post Commander, and a 
longtime member of the VFW Honor Guard.&nbsp; He enjoyed his bowling league, 
tending to his yard and garden, watching western movies, his coffee 
group, and volunteering at the VFW.&nbsp; Most of all, he was a proud grandpa
 who loved his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Janet, of 
the home in Hays, two sons: Bill Klaus and wife Brenda and Bob Klaus and
 wife Tammy, all of Hays, three daughters: Karen Cederberg and husband 
Jim of Centennial, CO, Sharon Basinger of Centennial, CO, and Debbie 
Nunnelee and husband Cal of Highlands Ranch, CO, two sisters: Lillian 
Schlyer of Hays and Violet Mermis of Salina, 18 grandchildren, and 10 
great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his father and mother-in-law: Ed and Ella Urban, a daughter: 
Mary Grizzle, a granddaughter: Samantha Mader, a brother: Walter Klaus, 
and two sisters: Ruby Binder and Velma Pfannenstiel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, October 19, 2020, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military
 honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph
 Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Sunday and 
from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Monday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 pm, a vigil 
service will be at 6:30 pm, followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary, 
all on Sunday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the 
Diocese of Salina Retired Priest Fund or to Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Joe may be shared with the
 family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Joseph LeRoy “Joe” Klaus, 86, Hays, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at HaysMed.He was born April 14, 1934, in rural 
Ellis County, the son of Alex W. and Adeline (Leiker) Klaus.&nbsp; He was a 
graduate of St. Joseph Military Academy in the class of 1951.&nbsp; From 1953
 until 1955, he served in the United States Army in Korea.&nbsp; On May 28, 
1960, he was united in marriage to Janet Urban at Immaculate Heart of 
Mary Catholic Church in Hays, and they celebrated 60 years of marriage.&nbsp;
 Joe was a systems technician for Southwestern Bell for 32 years, 
retired from AT&amp;T in 1987, and owned and operated Joe’s Telephone 
Service for 15 years.&nbsp; He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, St. Mary’s Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council 
#6984, Hays VFW Post #9076 where he was past Post Commander, and a 
longtime member of the VFW Honor Guard.&nbsp; He enjoyed his bowling league, 
tending to his yard and garden, watching western movies, his coffee 
group, and volunteering at the VFW.&nbsp; Most of all, he was a proud grandpa
 who loved his grandchildren.Survivors include his wife Janet, of 
the home in Hays, two sons: Bill Klaus and wife Brenda and Bob Klaus and
 wife Tammy, all of Hays, three daughters: Karen Cederberg and husband 
Jim of Centennial, CO, Sharon Basinger of Centennial, CO, and Debbie 
Nunnelee and husband Cal of Highlands Ranch, CO, two sisters: Lillian 
Schlyer of Hays and Violet Mermis of Salina, 18 grandchildren, and 10 
great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his father and mother-in-law: Ed and Ella Urban, a daughter: 
Mary Grizzle, a granddaughter: Samantha Mader, a brother: Walter Klaus, 
and two sisters: Ruby Binder and Velma Pfannenstiel.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Monday, October 19, 2020, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military
 honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph
 Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Sunday and 
from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Monday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 pm, a vigil 
service will be at 6:30 pm, followed by a Knights of Columbus Rosary, 
all on Sunday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the 
Diocese of Salina Retired Priest Fund or to Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Joe may be shared with the
 family at www.haysmemorial.com &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joseph LeRoy 'Joe' Klaus

Jennifer
 Kay Maneth, age 62, loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, left 
her family to gain her eternal wings on Tuesday, October 13th, 2020, at 
Diversicare of Council Grove.

Jennifer
 was born May 4, 1958 to William (Bill) &amp; Kay (Dorfshaffer) Maneth. 
She was a long time resident of Great Bend, Kansas and graduated from 
Great Bend High School in 1976. Jennifer worked at Marmie Motors in 
Great Bend as a bookkeeper. In August of 1981, she had her only child, 
Samantha (Maneth) Asebedo. On and off over the years she took college 
classes at Barton County Community College. She enjoyed the art classes,
 falling in love with oil painting and ceramics. In 1999 she moved to 
Denver, Colorado, working at several different places. She moved back to
 Kansas in 2007, to Council Grove, for the birth of her first 
grandchild. Of all of the things she loved most; it was her family and 
animals.

Jennifer
 was preceded in death by her father, William F. Maneth; a 
granddaughter, Odella Asebedo; and both sets of grandparents. She is 
survived by her mother, Kay E. (Dorshaffer) Maneth of Great Bend; a 
daughter, Samanatha J. (Matthew) Asebedo of Wilsey; grandchildren, 
Isabella &amp; Noah Asebedo of Wilsey; and her 2 brothers, John (Sandra)
 Maneth of Great Bend, and David (Angela) Maneth of Wichita.

Cremation
 has taken place, family visitation will be held Saturday, October 24, 
2020, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home in Great Bend. The 
family requests that those in attendance wear bright colors. There will 
be a private family burial. The family suggests memorials be made to the
 Golden Belt Humane Society, as Jennifer loved animals, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, Ks 67530.

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 </figure>Jennifer
 Kay Maneth, age 62, loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, left 
her family to gain her eternal wings on Tuesday, October 13th, 2020, at 
Diversicare of Council Grove.Jennifer
 was born May 4, 1958 to William (Bill) &amp; Kay (Dorfshaffer) Maneth. 
She was a long time resident of Great Bend, Kansas and graduated from 
Great Bend High School in 1976. Jennifer worked at Marmie Motors in 
Great Bend as a bookkeeper. In August of 1981, she had her only child, 
Samantha (Maneth) Asebedo. On and off over the years she took college 
classes at Barton County Community College. She enjoyed the art classes,
 falling in love with oil painting and ceramics. In 1999 she moved to 
Denver, Colorado, working at several different places. She moved back to
 Kansas in 2007, to Council Grove, for the birth of her first 
grandchild. Of all of the things she loved most; it was her family and 
animals.Jennifer
 was preceded in death by her father, William F. Maneth; a 
granddaughter, Odella Asebedo; and both sets of grandparents. She is 
survived by her mother, Kay E. (Dorshaffer) Maneth of Great Bend; a 
daughter, Samanatha J. (Matthew) Asebedo of Wilsey; grandchildren, 
Isabella &amp; Noah Asebedo of Wilsey; and her 2 brothers, John (Sandra)
 Maneth of Great Bend, and David (Angela) Maneth of Wichita.Cremation
 has taken place, family visitation will be held Saturday, October 24, 
2020, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home in Great Bend. The 
family requests that those in attendance wear bright colors. There will 
be a private family burial. The family suggests memorials be made to the
 Golden Belt Humane Society, as Jennifer loved animals, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, Ks 67530.

Jennifer Kay Maneth

Richard E. Henderson, age 79, died Monday, October 5, 2020, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born October 2, 1941, in Norton, Kansas, to Wallace Alfred and Helen Margaret (Kent) Henderson.&nbsp; He married Waunita (Thiele) on August 12, 1967, at Norton, Kansas.

He was a Math/Science/Latin high school teacher for 15 years.&nbsp; He taught in Victoria, Klamath Falls, Oregon, and his remaining years at Grainfield, where he started their wrestling program.&nbsp; He was an insurance agent with American Family Insurance for 18 years in Oakley and Hays.&nbsp; He was a courier with Henry Industries for a few years, a&nbsp; notary republic, and pasted president of the Central Plains ARC in Hays.&nbsp; He grew up in Norton, and was a 1959 graduate of Norton High School , and a 1964 graduate of Fort Hays State College.&nbsp; He started his work ethic early in life delivering the Norton Daily Telegram and The Omaha World Herald.&nbsp; Richard was a non-fiction reader, and an independent thinker. &nbsp; He enjoyed the Big 12 sports, gardening, and his two Shih-Tzu, Misty and Mandy.

Survivors include his wife, Waunita Henderson, and his daughter, Andrea Henderson, both of the home; three sons, Matthew Henderson and Sara Bressan, Prairie Village, KS; Kyle Henderson, Dallas TX; Jeremiah Henderson, Hays, KS; one brother, John Henderson and wife, Betty, Topeka, KS; one sister, Geraldine Dunning and husband, Earl, Arlington, TX; many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Raymond and Clara Thiele. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

A&nbsp; Celebration of Life service will be at 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Burial was held at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Hays, Kansas on October 6, 2020.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, at the mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Fort Hays State University Alumni Association or Humane Society of the High Plains in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;

Due to the coronavirus, if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on line guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing masks is required at the visitation and funeral services.&nbsp; &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;

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 </figure>Richard E. Henderson, age 79, died Monday, October 5, 2020, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born October 2, 1941, in Norton, Kansas, to Wallace Alfred and Helen Margaret (Kent) Henderson.&nbsp; He married Waunita (Thiele) on August 12, 1967, at Norton, Kansas.He was a Math/Science/Latin high school teacher for 15 years.&nbsp; He taught in Victoria, Klamath Falls, Oregon, and his remaining years at Grainfield, where he started their wrestling program.&nbsp; He was an insurance agent with American Family Insurance for 18 years in Oakley and Hays.&nbsp; He was a courier with Henry Industries for a few years, a&nbsp; notary republic, and pasted president of the Central Plains ARC in Hays.&nbsp; He grew up in Norton, and was a 1959 graduate of Norton High School , and a 1964 graduate of Fort Hays State College.&nbsp; He started his work ethic early in life delivering the Norton Daily Telegram and The Omaha World Herald.&nbsp; Richard was a non-fiction reader, and an independent thinker. &nbsp; He enjoyed the Big 12 sports, gardening, and his two Shih-Tzu, Misty and Mandy.Survivors include his wife, Waunita Henderson, and his daughter, Andrea Henderson, both of the home; three sons, Matthew Henderson and Sara Bressan, Prairie Village, KS; Kyle Henderson, Dallas TX; Jeremiah Henderson, Hays, KS; one brother, John Henderson and wife, Betty, Topeka, KS; one sister, Geraldine Dunning and husband, Earl, Arlington, TX; many nieces and nephews. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Raymond and Clara Thiele. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A&nbsp; Celebration of Life service will be at 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Burial was held at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Hays, Kansas on October 6, 2020.The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, at the mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Fort Hays State University Alumni Association or Humane Society of the High Plains in care of the mortuary.&nbsp;Due to the coronavirus, if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on line guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing masks is required at the visitation and funeral services.&nbsp; &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;

Richard E. Henderson

Francis “Frankie” Braun, 85, rural Hays, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Via Christi Village.

He was born March 1, 1935, on the family
 farm west of Victoria, the son of Frank J. and Helen M. (Brungardt) 
Braun.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Hays High School in the class of 1953 and 
was a United States Army veteran.&nbsp; On May 19, 1962, he was united in 
marriage to Jacquelyn “Jacky” Zimmerman at St. Anthony Catholic Church 
in Schoenchen, and they celebrated 58 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a 
farmer and stockman, and loved his work.&nbsp; His memberships included 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Schoenchen St. Anthony 
Knights of Columbus Council #4166, Kansas Livestock Association, and the
 American Simmental Association.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing baseball, bowling, 
and the Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; He loved raising his cattle, farming, and 
horses.&nbsp; His faith and his family were of utmost importance to him, and 
he loved spending time with his grandchildren.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife Jacky, of 
the home in rural Hays, a son: Shawn Braun of Victoria, a daughter: 
Simone Werth and husband Mark of Hays, two sisters: LaVerna Younger and 
Helen Werth, both of Hays, four grandchildren: Cameron Werth and wife 
Jennifer of Topeka, Leighton Werth and wife Jodie of Hays, Nathan Braun 
and fiancé Kilie Unrein of Victoria, and Breanna Braun of Phoenix, AZ, 
five great grandchildren: Aiden, Liam, Jack, Carter, and Wyatt Werth, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Marvin and Robert “Bobby” Braun.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, October 17, 2020, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Private family 
burial with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will 
be in St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 
am until 10:00 on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; The family is requesting that
 attendees wear masks and practice social distancing for the public 
services.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, St. John’s Chapel at Via Christi Village, or to the St. Anthony 
Cemetery Fund.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Frankie may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Francis “Frankie” Braun, 85, rural Hays, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Via Christi Village.He was born March 1, 1935, on the family
 farm west of Victoria, the son of Frank J. and Helen M. (Brungardt) 
Braun.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Hays High School in the class of 1953 and 
was a United States Army veteran.&nbsp; On May 19, 1962, he was united in 
marriage to Jacquelyn “Jacky” Zimmerman at St. Anthony Catholic Church 
in Schoenchen, and they celebrated 58 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a 
farmer and stockman, and loved his work.&nbsp; His memberships included 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Schoenchen St. Anthony 
Knights of Columbus Council #4166, Kansas Livestock Association, and the
 American Simmental Association.&nbsp; He enjoyed playing baseball, bowling, 
and the Kansas City Royals.&nbsp; He loved raising his cattle, farming, and 
horses.&nbsp; His faith and his family were of utmost importance to him, and 
he loved spending time with his grandchildren.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife Jacky, of 
the home in rural Hays, a son: Shawn Braun of Victoria, a daughter: 
Simone Werth and husband Mark of Hays, two sisters: LaVerna Younger and 
Helen Werth, both of Hays, four grandchildren: Cameron Werth and wife 
Jennifer of Topeka, Leighton Werth and wife Jodie of Hays, Nathan Braun 
and fiancé Kilie Unrein of Victoria, and Breanna Braun of Phoenix, AZ, 
five great grandchildren: Aiden, Liam, Jack, Carter, and Wyatt Werth, 
and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Marvin and Robert “Bobby” Braun.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, October 17, 2020, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Private family 
burial with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will 
be in St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00 
am until 10:00 on Saturday at the church.&nbsp; The family is requesting that
 attendees wear masks and practice social distancing for the public 
services.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic 
Church, St. John’s Chapel at Via Christi Village, or to the St. Anthony 
Cemetery Fund.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Frankie may be shared with 
the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Francis 'Frankie' Braun

Lucille Quinby, age 75, of Ellis, Kansas, died Thursday, October 8, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays.&nbsp; She was born March 11, 1945, in Ellis, Kansas, to Celestine J. and Jeanne M. (Ingram) Weaver.

&nbsp;She was a cook at the family business, the Skelly Restaurant in Ellis.&nbsp; She also cooked at the Alloway’s Restaurant and retired in 2009. &nbsp; She grew up in Ellis and was a graduate of Ellis High School.&nbsp; She attended the Ellis Baptist Church, she enjoyed Elvis music, game shows, and her grandchildren.

Survivors include one son, Matthew Quinby and his wife, Tamara, Hays, KS; one daughter, Sarita Smith, Ellis, KS; two sisters, Elizabeth Pinney, Hays, KS; Marge Weber, Boone, IA; two sisters-in-law, Kay Weaver, Hays, KS; Roxanna Weaver, Sheridan WY; and eight grandchildren, Cassandra Quinby, Blade Quinby, Mataya Quinby, Haven Quinby, Shaylee Smith, Kalen Smith, Korvin Smith and Shyla Smith.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Richard Weaver, Leroy Weaver; one sister, Evelyn Wickham; one infant brother, Paul Weaver; one infant sister, Agatha Weaver.

Graveside services will be at noon Saturday, October 24, 2020, at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ellis, Kansas. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Alzheimer’s Association in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail t<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;

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 </figure>Lucille Quinby, age 75, of Ellis, Kansas, died Thursday, October 8, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays.&nbsp; She was born March 11, 1945, in Ellis, Kansas, to Celestine J. and Jeanne M. (Ingram) Weaver.&nbsp;She was a cook at the family business, the Skelly Restaurant in Ellis.&nbsp; She also cooked at the Alloway’s Restaurant and retired in 2009. &nbsp; She grew up in Ellis and was a graduate of Ellis High School.&nbsp; She attended the Ellis Baptist Church, she enjoyed Elvis music, game shows, and her grandchildren.Survivors include one son, Matthew Quinby and his wife, Tamara, Hays, KS; one daughter, Sarita Smith, Ellis, KS; two sisters, Elizabeth Pinney, Hays, KS; Marge Weber, Boone, IA; two sisters-in-law, Kay Weaver, Hays, KS; Roxanna Weaver, Sheridan WY; and eight grandchildren, Cassandra Quinby, Blade Quinby, Mataya Quinby, Haven Quinby, Shaylee Smith, Kalen Smith, Korvin Smith and Shyla Smith.She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Richard Weaver, Leroy Weaver; one sister, Evelyn Wickham; one infant brother, Paul Weaver; one infant sister, Agatha Weaver.Graveside services will be at noon Saturday, October 24, 2020, at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ellis, Kansas. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Alzheimer’s Association in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail t<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;

Lucille Quinby

Daniel “Dan” McKay, 69, passed away October 13, 2020, at the 
University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. He was born on 
September 8, 1951, at Meade, to David J. &amp; Mary (Clowers) McKay. He 
married Angie Caudill on December 19, 2011, at LaCrosse.&nbsp;

Coming from LaCrosse in 2013, Dan was a Great Bend resident. He was a
 civil engineer. He graduated with honors and enjoyed watching K-State 
play, as well as professional football. He especially loved spending 
time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include, his wife, Angie of the home; three sons, Reese 
McKay and wife Emily of Texas, Baxter McKay of Topeka, and Joshua 
Caudill of Hope; a daughter, Stephanie Krom and husband Joshua of Great 
Bend; his father, David J. McKay; a brother, David L. McKay and wife 
Cheryl; a sister in law, Tracey McKay of Wichita; and nine 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary McKay; and a
 brother, Kevin McKay.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 19, 
2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 
10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials
 are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Daniel “Dan” McKay, 69, passed away October 13, 2020, at the 
University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. He was born on 
September 8, 1951, at Meade, to David J. &amp; Mary (Clowers) McKay. He 
married Angie Caudill on December 19, 2011, at LaCrosse.&nbsp;Coming from LaCrosse in 2013, Dan was a Great Bend resident. He was a
 civil engineer. He graduated with honors and enjoyed watching K-State 
play, as well as professional football. He especially loved spending 
time with his grandchildren.Survivors include, his wife, Angie of the home; three sons, Reese 
McKay and wife Emily of Texas, Baxter McKay of Topeka, and Joshua 
Caudill of Hope; a daughter, Stephanie Krom and husband Joshua of Great 
Bend; his father, David J. McKay; a brother, David L. McKay and wife 
Cheryl; a sister in law, Tracey McKay of Wichita; and nine 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary McKay; and a
 brother, Kevin McKay.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 19, 
2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 
10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials
 are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Daniel 'Dan' McKay

Herbert A. Stevens, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.  He was born on September 11, 1928, in Geuda Springs, Kansas, the son of Lawrence Metallis and Emma Beulah Iseminger Stevens.  A resident of Scott City, Kansas since early childhood moving from Geuda Springs, Kansas.  Herbert was a farmer and rancher.

Herbert was a 1946 graduate of Scott Community High School and was a member of the Eagle’s Lodge of Garden City, Kansas, and the Sunflower Polka Club of Hays, Kansas.

On February 25, 1951, he married Margie B. Harkness in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include his Two Sons - Rick Stevens of Scott City, Kansas, Stacy Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, One Daughter - Colette &amp; Steve Robinson of Vienna, Virginia, Five Grandsons - Chad &amp; Mara Stevens of St. Johns, Florida, Corbin &amp; Heidi Stevens of Scott City, Kansas, Curtis &amp; Theresa Stevens of Salina, Kansas, Sean Stevens of Atwood, Kansas, Seth Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Two Granddaughters - Crista Stevens-Kirchhoff of Smith Center, Kansas and Stefanie Stevens of Kansas City, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, one brother, one son - Mark Stevens, one daughter - Melody Stevens, one grandson - Brannon Chayston Stevens, and his dance partner - Mary Ruth Houdyshell.

A Celebration of Life and Inurnment will be held in the spring/summer of 2021 with Steve Payne presiding.

Memorials May be made to the Scott County VIP Center in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.

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 </figure>Herbert A. Stevens, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. He was born on September 11, 1928, in Geuda Springs, Kansas, the son of Lawrence Metallis and Emma Beulah Iseminger Stevens. A resident of Scott City, Kansas since early childhood moving from Geuda Springs, Kansas. Herbert was a farmer and rancher.Herbert was a 1946 graduate of Scott Community High School and was a member of the Eagle’s Lodge of Garden City, Kansas, and the Sunflower Polka Club of Hays, Kansas.On February 25, 1951, he married Margie B. Harkness in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include his Two Sons - Rick Stevens of Scott City, Kansas, Stacy Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, One Daughter - Colette &amp; Steve Robinson of Vienna, Virginia, Five Grandsons - Chad &amp; Mara Stevens of St. Johns, Florida, Corbin &amp; Heidi Stevens of Scott City, Kansas, Curtis &amp; Theresa Stevens of Salina, Kansas, Sean Stevens of Atwood, Kansas, Seth Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Two Granddaughters - Crista Stevens-Kirchhoff of Smith Center, Kansas and Stefanie Stevens of Kansas City, Missouri.He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, one brother, one son - Mark Stevens, one daughter - Melody Stevens, one grandson - Brannon Chayston Stevens, and his dance partner - Mary Ruth Houdyshell.A Celebration of Life and Inurnment will be held in the spring/summer of 2021 with Steve Payne presiding.Memorials May be made to the Scott County VIP Center in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.There will be no calling times.

Herbert A. Stevens

Troy Lee Consbruck, 49, died on Monday, October 12, 2020 at Littleton 
Adventist Hospital in Littleton, Colorado. He was born on August 3, 
1971 at Hastings, Nebraska the son of Edward Julius &amp; Mary Joan 
(Jackson) Consbruck. He married Tracy Leann Rash on February 8, 1997 at
 Garden City. 
Troy attended school in Hastings and Red Cloud, Nebraska and graduated 
from Smith Center High School and then received his Associates from 
Cloud County Community College. While growing up he was very involved 
with livestock projects in the Future Farmers of America. After his 
schooling he moved to Garden City to work for IBP in the scale house 
while learning to be a cattle buyer. Gary Turpin later got him involved
 with trucking and made him the manager of the Kansas division of Heath 
&amp; Turpin Trucking. He started accumulating trucks and livestock 
trailers and started TLC trucking which he has owned and operated for 
over 25 years. He enjoyed any sports especially Nebraska football and 
the Kansas City Chiefs, hunting and fishing. Troy was an excellent cook
 and enjoyed cooking for his friends and family. His special love was 
time at Harland County Lake and time with his grandchildren. 
He is survived by his Wife- Tracy, Children- Taylor Consbruck, Ty 
Consbruck &amp; Temo Ortiz, Mother Mary Joan Jackson, 3 Grandchildren- 
Cynex, Sophia &amp; Kobe all of Garden City and Brother- Todd Consbruck 
of O’Neill, Nebraska. He was preceded in death by his Father. 
Memorial Service will be at 3:00 PM Saturday at Cornerstone Church in 
Garden City with Pastor Raul Silva officiating. In lieu of flowers 
Memorials are suggested to the YMCA Sports Program in care of Garnand 
Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>Troy Lee Consbruck, 49, died on Monday, October 12, 2020 at Littleton 
Adventist Hospital in Littleton, Colorado. He was born on August 3, 
1971 at Hastings, Nebraska the son of Edward Julius &amp; Mary Joan 
(Jackson) Consbruck. He married Tracy Leann Rash on February 8, 1997 at
 Garden City. 
Troy attended school in Hastings and Red Cloud, Nebraska and graduated 
from Smith Center High School and then received his Associates from 
Cloud County Community College. While growing up he was very involved 
with livestock projects in the Future Farmers of America. After his 
schooling he moved to Garden City to work for IBP in the scale house 
while learning to be a cattle buyer. Gary Turpin later got him involved
 with trucking and made him the manager of the Kansas division of Heath 
&amp; Turpin Trucking. He started accumulating trucks and livestock 
trailers and started TLC trucking which he has owned and operated for 
over 25 years. He enjoyed any sports especially Nebraska football and 
the Kansas City Chiefs, hunting and fishing. Troy was an excellent cook
 and enjoyed cooking for his friends and family. His special love was 
time at Harland County Lake and time with his grandchildren. 
He is survived by his Wife- Tracy, Children- Taylor Consbruck, Ty 
Consbruck &amp; Temo Ortiz, Mother Mary Joan Jackson, 3 Grandchildren- 
Cynex, Sophia &amp; Kobe all of Garden City and Brother- Todd Consbruck 
of O’Neill, Nebraska. He was preceded in death by his Father. 
Memorial Service will be at 3:00 PM Saturday at Cornerstone Church in 
Garden City with Pastor Raul Silva officiating. In lieu of flowers 
Memorials are suggested to the YMCA Sports Program in care of Garnand 
Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Troy Lee Consbruck

Grady Michael Best, age 8 days, peacefully went to his heavenly home 
with the angels, while in the loving arms of his parents, on Saturday, 
October 10, 2020, in Denver, Colorado. Grady was born Friday, October 
2, 2020, at Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado to his 
parents, Heath and Mackenzie (Mense) Best. Shortly after his birth, he 
was baptized, always a child of a loving God.
 Grady was tiny but a real fighter from the moment he was born. He 
had a huge personality which he demonstrated in many ways. He really 
enjoyed teasing his favorite nurses by wriggling off his heart monitors,
 grabbing the cords they were handling, and working his little arms free
 so he could push his plastic warming blanket down if it happened to 
touch his chin. Grady was already a K-State fan, and liked to show off 
his purple blanket. The nurses loved Grady and always wanted to be 
assigned to care for him. He was one popular little guy. 
 Grady was an amazing little boy, born to loving and caring parents 
who felt so blessed to have him in their lives. Grady would listen to 
his parents, who were constantly by his side. He loved holding onto 
their fingers, and the taste of the milk when they swabbed his mouth. 
Grady loved music, and would move his mouth as his parents sang to him. 
Their voice and touch brought him great comfort as he felt their love 
pouring upon him. Although Grady was only eight days old when the angels
 took him home to the arms of Jesus, he was such a joy to his family. He
 taught them many things in his short time here, and they feel so 
blessed by this little miracle. Grady and his parents were so lucky to
 have such a strong, loving support system of family and friends to pray
 for this precious little boy who was so loved.
 Grady is survived by his parents, Heath and Mackenzie Best of Hoxie,
 Kansas; grandparents, Mike and Cheri Mense and Todd and Beckie Best all
 of Hoxie, great-grandparents, Don and Flo Mense, Gerald and Helen Heim,
 and Paul Best all of Hoxie, uncle Cody Best of Silvis, Illinois, uncle 
and Godfather, Ben Mense (Tori) of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; aunt and 
Godmother, Allison Ebert (Matt) of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; Cousin, Henry
 Ebert; and many more family and friends.
 He was preceded in death by his great-grandmothers, Darlene Robben and Joan Best.
 A Mass of the Angels will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2020 
10:00 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, Kansas 
with Father Brian Lager presiding. Visitation will be held October 14, 
2020, 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM with family receiving friends from 5:00 PM 
to 7:00 P.M. Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Amusement 
Company or the Sheridan County Benefit Walk, and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of 
comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com
 God needed one more angel amidst his shining band, and so he bent 
with a loving smile and clasped our Grady’s hand. He’ll keep him in His
 loving care, free of tears and pain, where he will laugh and play with 
Angels, until we meet again.

Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Grady--Michael-Best?obId=18606212#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Grady Michael Best, age 8 days, peacefully went to his heavenly home 
with the angels, while in the loving arms of his parents, on Saturday, 
October 10, 2020, in Denver, Colorado. Grady was born Friday, October 
2, 2020, at Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado to his 
parents, Heath and Mackenzie (Mense) Best. Shortly after his birth, he 
was baptized, always a child of a loving God.
 Grady was tiny but a real fighter from the moment he was born. He 
had a huge personality which he demonstrated in many ways. He really 
enjoyed teasing his favorite nurses by wriggling off his heart monitors,
 grabbing the cords they were handling, and working his little arms free
 so he could push his plastic warming blanket down if it happened to 
touch his chin. Grady was already a K-State fan, and liked to show off 
his purple blanket. The nurses loved Grady and always wanted to be 
assigned to care for him. He was one popular little guy. 
 Grady was an amazing little boy, born to loving and caring parents 
who felt so blessed to have him in their lives. Grady would listen to 
his parents, who were constantly by his side. He loved holding onto 
their fingers, and the taste of the milk when they swabbed his mouth. 
Grady loved music, and would move his mouth as his parents sang to him. 
Their voice and touch brought him great comfort as he felt their love 
pouring upon him. Although Grady was only eight days old when the angels
 took him home to the arms of Jesus, he was such a joy to his family. He
 taught them many things in his short time here, and they feel so 
blessed by this little miracle. Grady and his parents were so lucky to
 have such a strong, loving support system of family and friends to pray
 for this precious little boy who was so loved.
 Grady is survived by his parents, Heath and Mackenzie Best of Hoxie,
 Kansas; grandparents, Mike and Cheri Mense and Todd and Beckie Best all
 of Hoxie, great-grandparents, Don and Flo Mense, Gerald and Helen Heim,
 and Paul Best all of Hoxie, uncle Cody Best of Silvis, Illinois, uncle 
and Godfather, Ben Mense (Tori) of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; aunt and 
Godmother, Allison Ebert (Matt) of Bartlesville, Oklahoma; Cousin, Henry
 Ebert; and many more family and friends.
 He was preceded in death by his great-grandmothers, Darlene Robben and Joan Best.
 A Mass of the Angels will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2020 
10:00 A.M. at the St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie, Kansas 
with Father Brian Lager presiding. Visitation will be held October 14, 
2020, 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM with family receiving friends from 5:00 PM 
to 7:00 P.M. Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Amusement 
Company or the Sheridan County Benefit Walk, and may be sent in care of 
Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Words of 
comfort may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com
 God needed one more angel amidst his shining band, and so he bent 
with a loving smile and clasped our Grady’s hand. He’ll keep him in His
 loving care, free of tears and pain, where he will laugh and play with 
Angels, until we meet again.Click <a href="https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/obituaries/Grady--Michael-Best?obId=18606212#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Grady Michael Best

Lifelong Goodland, KS resident, Inez Vaylene Patton DePlata, 85, 
joined family and friends in Heaven on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.&nbsp;

Inez was the last of 10 children born to Carl &amp; Edith Patton on Dec 27, 1934.

Inez enjoyed the time that she could spend with family &amp; friends 
and could be seen working in her yard and the gardens she loved. She 
also cherished her time out with friends. She worked at Good Samaritan, 
Calvary Gospel Church, and Big Brothers and Sisters.&nbsp; She had a great 
love for Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior and was an active member of 
Calvary Gospel.

Inez was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Frank, Fred, 
Wallace, and Willis, sisters Mildred, Margaret, Ruby, and Iris, a son - 
Wesley Rice and a great grandson - Blake Gulledge.

She is survived by a brother Raymond Patton and four of her children;
 daughters Gloria (Doug) Curtis and Jeanette (David) Ruddell, sons Duane
 (Ronda) Rice and Tony (Shawna) DePlata, 10 grandchildren, and 10 great 
grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Inez will be missed as a mother, a grandmother and a good friend.

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Inez-DePlata">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Lifelong Goodland, KS resident, Inez Vaylene Patton DePlata, 85, 
joined family and friends in Heaven on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.&nbsp;Inez was the last of 10 children born to Carl &amp; Edith Patton on Dec 27, 1934.Inez enjoyed the time that she could spend with family &amp; friends 
and could be seen working in her yard and the gardens she loved. She 
also cherished her time out with friends. She worked at Good Samaritan, 
Calvary Gospel Church, and Big Brothers and Sisters.&nbsp; She had a great 
love for Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior and was an active member of 
Calvary Gospel.Inez was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Frank, Fred, 
Wallace, and Willis, sisters Mildred, Margaret, Ruby, and Iris, a son - 
Wesley Rice and a great grandson - Blake Gulledge.She is survived by a brother Raymond Patton and four of her children;
 daughters Gloria (Doug) Curtis and Jeanette (David) Ruddell, sons Duane
 (Ronda) Rice and Tony (Shawna) DePlata, 10 grandchildren, and 10 great 
grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.Inez will be missed as a mother, a grandmother and a good friend.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Inez-DePlata">HERE</a> for service details.

Inez V. (Patton) DePlata

Mildred E. Holmdahl was born December 22, 1921 in Oberlin, KS to Willis 
G. and Josie E. (McKay) Miller. She passed away at the age of 98 on 
October 11, 2020 at Brookdale Grandon Farms, Mechanicsburg, PA. 
 Mildred grew up on the family farm in Rural Herndon and was a 1940 
graduate of Decatur Community High School. She married Neil Nicodemus on
 October 26, 1941, he passed away on June 15, 1944. Mildred married Eric
 Eugene Holmdahl on October 6, 1946 in Oberlin, KS. She worked as a 
switchboard operator with Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. Mildred and 
Eugene moved back to Oberlin in 1983 and she lived there until moving to
 the Andover Assisted Living Center and then most recently she lived in 
Mechanicsburg, PA to be closer to her daughter. 
 Mildred was a member of the Herndon Covenant Church, Covenant Women,
 Ladies Trio, Rawlins Co. Home Extension, and the Hobby Club in Rawlins 
Co. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, quilting, and crafts. 
 Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Neil in 1944
 and Eugene in 1995; daughters, Janeil Jensen in 2012 and Janet 
Vermillion in 2017; brother, Glen Miller and sisters, Lois Billings and 
Edith Bremer.

She is survived by her daughter, Jean A. Hengst of 
Mechanicsburg, PA; sons-in-law, Mike Jensen and Sherrill Vermillion; 
brothers, Harold (Carol) Miller of Wenatchea, WA and Max Miller of 
Apatche, AZ; 8 grandchildren: Sherri Ayers, Lori Ayers, Michael Ayers, 
Tina (Kevin) Kerstetter, Daniel (Suzie) Hengst, Tracy (Josh) Hinkle, 
Michelle Vermillion, and Brian (Veronica) Vermillion; 18 great 
grandchildren: Jeremy Guzan, Shani Guzan, Shannon Ayers, Jordan Lawn, 
Caiden Lawn, Megan Linenberger, Brianna Ayers, Leah Kerstetter, Caleb 
Kerstetter, Alexis Hengst, Nicholas Hengst, Noah Hengst, Jackson Hinkle,
 Colt Hinkle, Lakyn Anders, Braylon Daniels, Dannyka Touchet, and Eric 
Vermillion and 7 great-great-grandchildren: Kayden, Miles, and Maci 
Mayberry, Karson Turner, Mason and Kennedy Metcalfe, Sophia Jimenez, and
 Liam and Holly Touchet. 
 Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Herndon Covenant Church. Condolences may be
 left at www.paulsfh.com.

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 </figure>Mildred E. Holmdahl was born December 22, 1921 in Oberlin, KS to Willis 
G. and Josie E. (McKay) Miller. She passed away at the age of 98 on 
October 11, 2020 at Brookdale Grandon Farms, Mechanicsburg, PA. 
 Mildred grew up on the family farm in Rural Herndon and was a 1940 
graduate of Decatur Community High School. She married Neil Nicodemus on
 October 26, 1941, he passed away on June 15, 1944. Mildred married Eric
 Eugene Holmdahl on October 6, 1946 in Oberlin, KS. She worked as a 
switchboard operator with Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. Mildred and 
Eugene moved back to Oberlin in 1983 and she lived there until moving to
 the Andover Assisted Living Center and then most recently she lived in 
Mechanicsburg, PA to be closer to her daughter. 
 Mildred was a member of the Herndon Covenant Church, Covenant Women,
 Ladies Trio, Rawlins Co. Home Extension, and the Hobby Club in Rawlins 
Co. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, quilting, and crafts. 
 Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Neil in 1944
 and Eugene in 1995; daughters, Janeil Jensen in 2012 and Janet 
Vermillion in 2017; brother, Glen Miller and sisters, Lois Billings and 
Edith Bremer. She is survived by her daughter, Jean A. Hengst of 
Mechanicsburg, PA; sons-in-law, Mike Jensen and Sherrill Vermillion; 
brothers, Harold (Carol) Miller of Wenatchea, WA and Max Miller of 
Apatche, AZ; 8 grandchildren: Sherri Ayers, Lori Ayers, Michael Ayers, 
Tina (Kevin) Kerstetter, Daniel (Suzie) Hengst, Tracy (Josh) Hinkle, 
Michelle Vermillion, and Brian (Veronica) Vermillion; 18 great 
grandchildren: Jeremy Guzan, Shani Guzan, Shannon Ayers, Jordan Lawn, 
Caiden Lawn, Megan Linenberger, Brianna Ayers, Leah Kerstetter, Caleb 
Kerstetter, Alexis Hengst, Nicholas Hengst, Noah Hengst, Jackson Hinkle,
 Colt Hinkle, Lakyn Anders, Braylon Daniels, Dannyka Touchet, and Eric 
Vermillion and 7 great-great-grandchildren: Kayden, Miles, and Maci 
Mayberry, Karson Turner, Mason and Kennedy Metcalfe, Sophia Jimenez, and
 Liam and Holly Touchet. 
 Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial 
contributions may be made to Herndon Covenant Church. Condolences may be
 left at www.paulsfh.com.

Mildred E. Holmdahl

Betty Fern (Woodall) Howard died October 13, 2020, at Oakley, KS at age 
99. Her husband Frank Wilson Howard Jr. preceded her in death on Nov. 
4, 2010. They married in Colby, KS on September 20, 1942. 
Betty and her husband lived on a wheat and cattle farm seven miles north
 of Oakley, where they raised five children. Betty served as Logan 
County Hospital director of nursing for 30 years. She was an active 
member of the United Methodist Church, enjoyed the Homemakers, Sunshine 
Club, Red Hat Ladies and Logan County Hospital retired personnel 
lunches. She volunteered at the Second Time Around Shop and for church 
events and activities. 
A calm, friendly, kind and loving wife, mother, friend, grandmother, and
 great-grandmother, Betty was cherished by many. She had a deep-seated 
faith, tremendous energy and a steel backbone that helped her cope with 
difficult challenges including a son’s death, caring for her 
parents-in-law for years as they aged and then her husband during his 
declining years. She also gave a helping hand to the farm operations. 
Born on September 14, 1921, in Bent County, Colorado, to Ruth Mae Beach 
and Ammy W. Woodall, Betty grew up in Hutchinson and Colby, KS. She 
graduated from Colby High School and then from Grace Hospital School of 
Nursing, in Hutchinson, where she was first place in her class 
academically. However, the graduation honor was awarded by 
administrators to the second highest student, as they knew Betty planned
 to marry after her graduation. They determined the honor should go to 
someone who planned to start working as a nurse. When questioned about 
the incident Betty in her typical gracious way said, “She was a very 
deserving student too.” The nursing school classmates kept in close 
contact throughout their lives. 
Betty’s father also opposed her marriage. He feared Frank, who had been 
drafted into the army, would be sent to Europe during WWII and never 
return. Betty, who had faith he would return, was able to join Frank 
when he was stationed in California and Texas and was expecting their 
first child when his orders for Europe came. After a number of 
assignments, and landing on D-Day plus 13, Frank arrived back home when 
their son was almost two years old. 
Married for 68 years, Betty and Frank raised five children, Frank 
(Normi), Peoria, IL; Carolyn (Robert Rice), Carmel, CA; Linda (Tom 
West), Durango, CO; Elaine (Alan Adams) Salida, CO. David, of Oakley, 
predeceased his parents in 2004, as did two siblings, James Woodall, of 
Colby, and Zella Mae Crane, of Kerman, CA. Betty is survived by a 
sister, Donna (Bob Purdum), of Simi Valley, CA, and two nephews, Jim and
 Chris Woodall, who reside at the Howard farm. Their presence enabled 
Frank and Betty to continue living on the farm though their upper 80s. 
Betty enjoyed fishing trips to Kansas lakes with her husband and many 
trips throughout the United States including Hawaii and Alaska and 
foreign travel to Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Austria, Italy 
and India. She traveled to India at age 91 for a granddaughter’s wedding
 and a three-week tour of the country. The couple had snowbird winters 
in Texas for several years in their fifth-wheeler. 
Her grandchildren are Michael, Scott, Pam, Jim, Diane, Chuck, Mariah, 
Amy and Mark. Betty has 16-great-grandchildren, a number of beloved 
nieces and nephews and several step grandsons and granddaughters. 
Betty died following a COVID illness. Her family appreciates the care 
given her by the staff of the Logan County Senior Living Center where 
she resided the past four years. 
Services are pending.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Betty Fern (Woodall) Howard died October 13, 2020, at Oakley, KS at age 
99. Her husband Frank Wilson Howard Jr. preceded her in death on Nov. 
4, 2010. They married in Colby, KS on September 20, 1942. 
Betty and her husband lived on a wheat and cattle farm seven miles north
 of Oakley, where they raised five children. Betty served as Logan 
County Hospital director of nursing for 30 years. She was an active 
member of the United Methodist Church, enjoyed the Homemakers, Sunshine 
Club, Red Hat Ladies and Logan County Hospital retired personnel 
lunches. She volunteered at the Second Time Around Shop and for church 
events and activities. 
A calm, friendly, kind and loving wife, mother, friend, grandmother, and
 great-grandmother, Betty was cherished by many. She had a deep-seated 
faith, tremendous energy and a steel backbone that helped her cope with 
difficult challenges including a son’s death, caring for her 
parents-in-law for years as they aged and then her husband during his 
declining years. She also gave a helping hand to the farm operations. 
Born on September 14, 1921, in Bent County, Colorado, to Ruth Mae Beach 
and Ammy W. Woodall, Betty grew up in Hutchinson and Colby, KS. She 
graduated from Colby High School and then from Grace Hospital School of 
Nursing, in Hutchinson, where she was first place in her class 
academically. However, the graduation honor was awarded by 
administrators to the second highest student, as they knew Betty planned
 to marry after her graduation. They determined the honor should go to 
someone who planned to start working as a nurse. When questioned about 
the incident Betty in her typical gracious way said, “She was a very 
deserving student too.” The nursing school classmates kept in close 
contact throughout their lives. 
Betty’s father also opposed her marriage. He feared Frank, who had been 
drafted into the army, would be sent to Europe during WWII and never 
return. Betty, who had faith he would return, was able to join Frank 
when he was stationed in California and Texas and was expecting their 
first child when his orders for Europe came. After a number of 
assignments, and landing on D-Day plus 13, Frank arrived back home when 
their son was almost two years old. 
Married for 68 years, Betty and Frank raised five children, Frank 
(Normi), Peoria, IL; Carolyn (Robert Rice), Carmel, CA; Linda (Tom 
West), Durango, CO; Elaine (Alan Adams) Salida, CO. David, of Oakley, 
predeceased his parents in 2004, as did two siblings, James Woodall, of 
Colby, and Zella Mae Crane, of Kerman, CA. Betty is survived by a 
sister, Donna (Bob Purdum), of Simi Valley, CA, and two nephews, Jim and
 Chris Woodall, who reside at the Howard farm. Their presence enabled 
Frank and Betty to continue living on the farm though their upper 80s. 
Betty enjoyed fishing trips to Kansas lakes with her husband and many 
trips throughout the United States including Hawaii and Alaska and 
foreign travel to Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Austria, Italy 
and India. She traveled to India at age 91 for a granddaughter’s wedding
 and a three-week tour of the country. The couple had snowbird winters 
in Texas for several years in their fifth-wheeler. 
Her grandchildren are Michael, Scott, Pam, Jim, Diane, Chuck, Mariah, 
Amy and Mark. Betty has 16-great-grandchildren, a number of beloved 
nieces and nephews and several step grandsons and granddaughters. 
Betty died following a COVID illness. Her family appreciates the care 
given her by the staff of the Logan County Senior Living Center where 
she resided the past four years. 
Services are pending.

Betty Fern (Woodall) Howard

Gerald P. “Jerry” Laprade, age 83, of Hays, Kansas, died Monday, October 12, 2020, at Hays Medical Center.&nbsp; 

He was born September 9, 1937, in Easthampton, Massachusetts, to George and Amanda (LaPointe) Laprade.&nbsp; He married Doraleen (Kuhn) on August 8, 1962, at Victoria, Kansas.

He was a French and American History teacher at St. Francis Seminary in Victoria, and at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School in Hays.&nbsp; He also taught French at St. Joseph Catholic Grade School and part time at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He grew up in Easthampton, MA, and was a graduate of Holy Oke High School.&nbsp; He went to broadcasting school in Massachusetts, and worked in Iola, Concordia, and here in Hays at KAYS.&nbsp; He attended Cloud County Community College in Concordia.&nbsp; He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Science, and his Master’s Degree in French, at Fort Hays State College.&nbsp; He was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958, and was stationed in Massachusetts, Oklahoma and Hawaii.&nbsp; After teaching, he enjoyed huck weaving, was an avid gardener, and a marathon runner. He participated in 42 marathons, and many 10K runs, 5K runs, and half marathons.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Adoration Chapel.

Survivors include his wife, Doraleen Laprade, of the home; one brother Donald Laprade, Tuners Falls, MA; two sisters, Edna Laliberte, Easthampton, MA; Irene Labrie&nbsp; and husband, Armand, Southampton, MA.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Ernest Laprade, Father George L Laprade, Roland Laprade, Wilfred Laprade, Edmond Laprade; and one sister, Eleanor Perras.&nbsp;

A private funeral mass will be a The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; A private burial will be at St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas with military honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post # 1751.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers&nbsp; the family suggests contributions to Masses in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail t<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;

<figure>
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 </figure>Gerald P. “Jerry” Laprade, age 83, of Hays, Kansas, died Monday, October 12, 2020, at Hays Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born September 9, 1937, in Easthampton, Massachusetts, to George and Amanda (LaPointe) Laprade.&nbsp; He married Doraleen (Kuhn) on August 8, 1962, at Victoria, Kansas.He was a French and American History teacher at St. Francis Seminary in Victoria, and at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School in Hays.&nbsp; He also taught French at St. Joseph Catholic Grade School and part time at Fort Hays State University.&nbsp; He grew up in Easthampton, MA, and was a graduate of Holy Oke High School.&nbsp; He went to broadcasting school in Massachusetts, and worked in Iola, Concordia, and here in Hays at KAYS.&nbsp; He attended Cloud County Community College in Concordia.&nbsp; He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Science, and his Master’s Degree in French, at Fort Hays State College.&nbsp; He was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958, and was stationed in Massachusetts, Oklahoma and Hawaii.&nbsp; After teaching, he enjoyed huck weaving, was an avid gardener, and a marathon runner. He participated in 42 marathons, and many 10K runs, 5K runs, and half marathons.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Adoration Chapel.Survivors include his wife, Doraleen Laprade, of the home; one brother Donald Laprade, Tuners Falls, MA; two sisters, Edna Laliberte, Easthampton, MA; Irene Labrie&nbsp; and husband, Armand, Southampton, MA.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Ernest Laprade, Father George L Laprade, Roland Laprade, Wilfred Laprade, Edmond Laprade; and one sister, Eleanor Perras.&nbsp;A private funeral mass will be a The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; A private burial will be at St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas with military honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post # 1751.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers&nbsp; the family suggests contributions to Masses in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail t<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;

Gerald P. 'Jerry' Laprade

Robert Buerkle, age 94, died at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas on October 12, 2020.  He was born on May 16, 1926 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Andrew and Beulah Armentrout Buerkle.

Robert was a farmer and an active member of the Church of the Brethren of Friend, Kansas.  He was also a 33rd degree Mason, Shriner, Scout Master, Finney County Commissioner, and a past member of the Finney County Historical Society.

On August 12, 1945 he married Donita Hagler at the Deerfield United Methodist Church.  She survives.

Three Children Anita (Dennis) Miller of Wilson, Kansas Christine (Gregg) Joy of Garden City, Kansas Gail (Karen) Buerkle of Azel, Texas.

Eight Grandchildren Tammy Miller of Russell, Kansas Pam Funk of Alabama Kenton Pollman of Wichita, Kansas Rachel Schmit of Brandon, Florida Brett Pollman of Wichita, Kansas Terry Miller of Beaver, Kansas Lisa Pollman-Scott of Holcomb, Kansas Garry Lee Miller of Ellsworth, Kansas

One sister Pauline Weddle of Garden City, Kansas

and 14 great grandchildren, 16 great great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, Alan Buerkle and Gary Lee Buerkle; one brother, Dean Buerkle.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Friend, Kansas.  

Memorials are suggested to the Church of the Brethren or the Masonic Lodge in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

<figure>
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 </figure>Robert Buerkle, age 94, died at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas on October 12, 2020. He was born on May 16, 1926 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Andrew and Beulah Armentrout Buerkle.Robert was a farmer and an active member of the Church of the Brethren of Friend, Kansas. He was also a 33rd degree Mason, Shriner, Scout Master, Finney County Commissioner, and a past member of the Finney County Historical Society.On August 12, 1945 he married Donita Hagler at the Deerfield United Methodist Church. She survives.Other survivors include: Three Children Anita (Dennis) Miller of Wilson, Kansas Christine (Gregg) Joy of Garden City, Kansas Gail (Karen) Buerkle of Azel, Texas. Eight Grandchildren Tammy Miller of Russell, Kansas Pam Funk of Alabama Kenton Pollman of Wichita, Kansas Rachel Schmit of Brandon, Florida Brett Pollman of Wichita, Kansas Terry Miller of Beaver, Kansas Lisa Pollman-Scott of Holcomb, Kansas Garry Lee Miller of Ellsworth, Kansas One sister Pauline Weddle of Garden City, Kansasand 14 great grandchildren, 16 great great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, Alan Buerkle and Gary Lee Buerkle; one brother, Dean Buerkle.There will be no public calling hours.Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Friend, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to the Church of the Brethren or the Masonic Lodge in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 620 N. Main St. Garden City, Kansas 67846.

Robert Buerkle

Joan G. (Klein) Rinehart, age 92, of 
Liberal, KS, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020, at HaysMed, Hays.&nbsp; 

Joan was born in Fairbury, NE on August 8, 1928. Outside of her 
family and friends, she was happiest when she was roller skating.&nbsp; 

She 
is survived by her sons:&nbsp; Kenneth "Ken" and wife Debbie Rinehart of 
Salina; Steve and Serena Rinehart&nbsp;of Hays; Mark Rinehart of Liberal, and
 Paul Rinehart of Medford, OR, together with seven grandchildren and 
many extended family members.&nbsp; 

Cremation is under the direction of 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, 
KS 67601.&nbsp; Graveside inurnment services will be announced at a later 
date&nbsp;in the Rinehart family plot in the Liberal Cemetery.

Services in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

<figure>
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 </figure>Joan G. (Klein) Rinehart, age 92, of 
Liberal, KS, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020, at HaysMed, Hays.&nbsp; Joan was born in Fairbury, NE on August 8, 1928. Outside of her 
family and friends, she was happiest when she was roller skating.&nbsp; She 
is survived by her sons:&nbsp; Kenneth "Ken" and wife Debbie Rinehart of 
Salina; Steve and Serena Rinehart&nbsp;of Hays; Mark Rinehart of Liberal, and
 Paul Rinehart of Medford, OR, together with seven grandchildren and 
many extended family members.&nbsp; Cremation is under the direction of 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, 
KS 67601.&nbsp; Graveside inurnment services will be announced at a later 
date&nbsp;in the Rinehart family plot in the Liberal Cemetery.Services in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Joan G. (Klein) Rinehart

Harold (Harry) Francis Roth, of Overland Park, KS peacefully passed away surrounded by family, from complications of pancreatic cancer Tuesday October 6th, 2020, at the age of 71.&nbsp; 

In addition to an honorable husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and role model, Harry was a leading home builder in the Kansas City metropolitan area.&nbsp; He developed his construction skills and work-ethic as a young man on the farm near his hometown of Victoria, KS where he was an exceptional athlete and home-coming king.&nbsp; Following graduation from Fort Hays State University, he relocated to Kansas City, where he met his wife of 43 years and founded his construction business. Harry was a pillar of strength in his community. Harry leaves behind a legacy of honor, quality and craftsmanship with the relationships he nurtured and homes he built. Harold is preceded in death by his parents Cecil J. Roth and Hermina (Minnie) Roth, brother Cecil C. Roth, niece Sabrina and nephew Sage Gartin.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife Beverly Roth, son Justin Roth (Stacy Roth), daughter Laura Jennison (Kallen Jennison), sister Donna Gartin (Spenser Gartin), brother Terry Roth (Laurie Roth), grandsons Holden Roth and Jack Jennison.&nbsp; Harry will be fondly remembered by his close friends, colleagues, nieces, nephews and extended family. A socially distant visitation is planned at 9:30 am, Rosary Vigil to begin at 10:15 am and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in memory of Harry at 10:30 am Saturday, October 17, at Church of the Ascension of Overland Park, KS. Masks and social distancing required. For those who cannot attend in person, the service is to be live-streamed at the church website;&nbsp;<a href="http://kcascension.org/">kcascension.org</a>. Private burial to follow immediately after at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa, KS.&nbsp; A larger celebration of life will take place at a later date due to COVID-19.&nbsp; Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network;&nbsp;<a href="http://pancan.org/">pancan.org</a>.

Condolences may be sent to the family at 8009 W. 115 Terrace, Shawnee Mission, KS 66210. Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601

<figure>
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 </figure>Harold (Harry) Francis Roth, of Overland Park, KS peacefully passed away surrounded by family, from complications of pancreatic cancer Tuesday October 6th, 2020, at the age of 71.&nbsp; In addition to an honorable husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and role model, Harry was a leading home builder in the Kansas City metropolitan area.&nbsp; He developed his construction skills and work-ethic as a young man on the farm near his hometown of Victoria, KS where he was an exceptional athlete and home-coming king.&nbsp; Following graduation from Fort Hays State University, he relocated to Kansas City, where he met his wife of 43 years and founded his construction business. Harry was a pillar of strength in his community. Harry leaves behind a legacy of honor, quality and craftsmanship with the relationships he nurtured and homes he built. Harold is preceded in death by his parents Cecil J. Roth and Hermina (Minnie) Roth, brother Cecil C. Roth, niece Sabrina and nephew Sage Gartin.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife Beverly Roth, son Justin Roth (Stacy Roth), daughter Laura Jennison (Kallen Jennison), sister Donna Gartin (Spenser Gartin), brother Terry Roth (Laurie Roth), grandsons Holden Roth and Jack Jennison.&nbsp; Harry will be fondly remembered by his close friends, colleagues, nieces, nephews and extended family. A socially distant visitation is planned at 9:30 am, Rosary Vigil to begin at 10:15 am and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in memory of Harry at 10:30 am Saturday, October 17, at Church of the Ascension of Overland Park, KS. Masks and social distancing required. For those who cannot attend in person, the service is to be live-streamed at the church website;&nbsp;<a href="http://kcascension.org/">kcascension.org</a>. Private burial to follow immediately after at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa, KS.&nbsp; A larger celebration of life will take place at a later date due to COVID-19.&nbsp; Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network;&nbsp;<a href="http://pancan.org/">pancan.org</a>.Condolences may be sent to the family at 8009 W. 115 Terrace, Shawnee Mission, KS 66210. Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601

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