Sylvia Carolee (Johnson) Thomas, 89, died at the Gove County Long Term 
Care in Quinter, Kansas, on Friday, October 23, 2020. She was born near 
Sharon Springs, Kansas to Charles and Iola Johnson. She was the youngest
 of five living siblings; two sisters died before she was born. Sylvia 
grew up mostly in Colorado and Kansas, and she attended school in Hoxie.
 She also attended Lincoln Bible College in Illinois. 
 Sylvia loved children, and was never far away from them. One of her 
most meaningful experiences as a young adult was working at a children’s
 home in Tennessee. She often referred to the things she saw and the 
lessons she learned there. In fact, she named one of her daughters after
 a girl at the orphanage. 
 Although she said she would not marry a farmer, that is just what 
she did on October 19, 1958, when she married Dean Leroy Thomas of 
Hoxie. The couple lived on the farm southeast of Hoxie. Sylvia stayed 
at home with the children, and later worked in the Hoxie Grade School as
 a cook for several years. 
 Sylvia was an active and devout Christian. During her life, she 
attended the Christian Church, the Church of Christ, and also Mt. 
Pleasant Baptist Church, where she was a member at the time of her 
death. She cooked and baked for countless funeral dinners, weddings, and
 pot lucks. Additionally, she was involved in the Eastern Star for 
several years. Raising three girls was a full time job, but she found 
time to sew, garden, read, play board games, visit the neighbors, and 
grow beautiful house plants. Sylvia was a dear, trusted friend to many.
 She loved to sing and had a beautiful voice. She sang hymns and 
popular songs, and often led singing at church camps or Vacation Bible 
School. 
 Sylvia is preceded in death by her husband Dean; parents Charles and
 Iola Johnson; brothers Charles, Ray, and Jay; and sisters Ruby 
(Johnson) Harrison, Ethel (Johnson) Clear, Wilma and Ruth Johnson.
 She is survived by her three daughters Carolyn (Howard) Nelson; 
Bonnie Galloway; and Linda (Dean) Cranston; grandchildren Melissa (Kelo)
 Turner, Jeremy Freeman, Joshua (Miranda) Freeman, Caleb (Alli) 
Galloway, Lexus Hooks, Jessica Mecham, and Samantha Mecham; 
great-grandchildren Jadyn Ware, Ava Thomas, Kayla Thomas, Kortlyn 
Turner, Leilani Freeman, Brooke Lynn Freeman, Josiah Freeman, Isaiah 
Burns, Tristan Williams, and Wesley Hopkins, as well as nieces, nephews,
 cousins, and friends. 
 A funeral service is planned for Saturday, November 7, at 11:00 a.m.
 at the Mickey Leopold Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas. Visitation will be
 held Friday, November 6, 2020 from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the 
Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

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 </figure>Sylvia Carolee (Johnson) Thomas, 89, died at the Gove County Long Term 
Care in Quinter, Kansas, on Friday, October 23, 2020. She was born near 
Sharon Springs, Kansas to Charles and Iola Johnson. She was the youngest
 of five living siblings; two sisters died before she was born. Sylvia 
grew up mostly in Colorado and Kansas, and she attended school in Hoxie.
 She also attended Lincoln Bible College in Illinois. 
 Sylvia loved children, and was never far away from them. One of her 
most meaningful experiences as a young adult was working at a children’s
 home in Tennessee. She often referred to the things she saw and the 
lessons she learned there. In fact, she named one of her daughters after
 a girl at the orphanage. 
 Although she said she would not marry a farmer, that is just what 
she did on October 19, 1958, when she married Dean Leroy Thomas of 
Hoxie. The couple lived on the farm southeast of Hoxie. Sylvia stayed 
at home with the children, and later worked in the Hoxie Grade School as
 a cook for several years. 
 Sylvia was an active and devout Christian. During her life, she 
attended the Christian Church, the Church of Christ, and also Mt. 
Pleasant Baptist Church, where she was a member at the time of her 
death. She cooked and baked for countless funeral dinners, weddings, and
 pot lucks. Additionally, she was involved in the Eastern Star for 
several years. Raising three girls was a full time job, but she found 
time to sew, garden, read, play board games, visit the neighbors, and 
grow beautiful house plants. Sylvia was a dear, trusted friend to many.
 She loved to sing and had a beautiful voice. She sang hymns and 
popular songs, and often led singing at church camps or Vacation Bible 
School. 
 Sylvia is preceded in death by her husband Dean; parents Charles and
 Iola Johnson; brothers Charles, Ray, and Jay; and sisters Ruby 
(Johnson) Harrison, Ethel (Johnson) Clear, Wilma and Ruth Johnson.
 She is survived by her three daughters Carolyn (Howard) Nelson; 
Bonnie Galloway; and Linda (Dean) Cranston; grandchildren Melissa (Kelo)
 Turner, Jeremy Freeman, Joshua (Miranda) Freeman, Caleb (Alli) 
Galloway, Lexus Hooks, Jessica Mecham, and Samantha Mecham; 
great-grandchildren Jadyn Ware, Ava Thomas, Kayla Thomas, Kortlyn 
Turner, Leilani Freeman, Brooke Lynn Freeman, Josiah Freeman, Isaiah 
Burns, Tristan Williams, and Wesley Hopkins, as well as nieces, nephews,
 cousins, and friends. 
 A funeral service is planned for Saturday, November 7, at 11:00 a.m.
 at the Mickey Leopold Funeral Home in Hoxie, Kansas. Visitation will be
 held Friday, November 6, 2020 from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the 
Funeral Home. Words of comfort may be left at 
www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com

Sylvia Carolee (Johnson) Thomas

Debra Lynn Belcher, 60, passed away October 24, 2020, at Hospice House of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, Kansas.

She was born September 8, 1960, in Norton to Robert and Mary Jo Sparkman Horesky.

Moving from Norton in 1990, she was a longtime area resident and 
worked at Larned State Hospital as a mental health developmental 
disability technician.

On March 10, 1993, she married Michael Belcher at Las Vegas, Nevada; he survives.

Other survivors include: mother, Mary Jo Horesky, Norton; three 
brothers, Robert Horesky Jr. and Jim Horesky, both of Norton, John 
(Tammy) Horesky, Russell; four nephews and one niece.

Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 
Larned Cemetery, Larned with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be 
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.

Memorials may be given to Pawnee County Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 </figure>Debra Lynn Belcher, 60, passed away October 24, 2020, at Hospice House of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, Kansas.She was born September 8, 1960, in Norton to Robert and Mary Jo Sparkman Horesky.Moving from Norton in 1990, she was a longtime area resident and 
worked at Larned State Hospital as a mental health developmental 
disability technician.On March 10, 1993, she married Michael Belcher at Las Vegas, Nevada; he survives.Other survivors include: mother, Mary Jo Horesky, Norton; three 
brothers, Robert Horesky Jr. and Jim Horesky, both of Norton, John 
(Tammy) Horesky, Russell; four nephews and one niece.Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 
Larned Cemetery, Larned with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be 
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.Memorials may be given to Pawnee County Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Debra Lynn Belcher

John Stanley Laubhan, 81, of Russell, Kansas, passed away October 22, 2020, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.

John was born on September 25, 1939, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Georg E. and Irene L. (Meier) Laubhan.  He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1957.  After high school he received training for auto mechanics at the U.S. Trade School in Kansas City, Missouri.  He eventually opened his own business and was owner and operator of Automatic Transmission Service in Russell for 50 years.  He was a longtime member of St. John Lutheran Church and the Elks Lodge, both of Russell.  He enjoyed square dancing, and was the head mechanic for the R.C. Williams Drag Race Team which won the Top Gas National Title in 1970 and 1971.

He is survived by his sister Janet Flickinger and husband Jon of Salina, Kansas; nieces, Jamie Farmer and husband Larry of Salina, Kansas and Julie Hudson and husband Gary of Georgetown, Texas; nephews, Jon Flickinger, Jr and wife Traci of Topeka, Kansas and Jered Flickinger of Austin, Texas; 18 grand and great-grand nieces and nephews; cousins, Liz Thielen of Russell, Kansas, Mike Laubhan, Larry Laubhan, Doug Schoenhals, Jim Schoenhals, Rick Schoenhals and Linda White; and a host of friends.

A funeral service to celebrate John’s life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.  A private burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell.  Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at the mortuary.   Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, who is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>John Stanley Laubhan, 81, of Russell, Kansas, passed away October 22, 2020, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.John was born on September 25, 1939, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Georg E. and Irene L. (Meier) Laubhan. He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1957. After high school he received training for auto mechanics at the U.S. Trade School in Kansas City, Missouri. He eventually opened his own business and was owner and operator of Automatic Transmission Service in Russell for 50 years. He was a longtime member of St. John Lutheran Church and the Elks Lodge, both of Russell. He enjoyed square dancing, and was the head mechanic for the R.C. Williams Drag Race Team which won the Top Gas National Title in 1970 and 1971.He is survived by his sister Janet Flickinger and husband Jon of Salina, Kansas; nieces, Jamie Farmer and husband Larry of Salina, Kansas and Julie Hudson and husband Gary of Georgetown, Texas; nephews, Jon Flickinger, Jr and wife Traci of Topeka, Kansas and Jered Flickinger of Austin, Texas; 18 grand and great-grand nieces and nephews; cousins, Liz Thielen of Russell, Kansas, Mike Laubhan, Larry Laubhan, Doug Schoenhals, Jim Schoenhals, Rick Schoenhals and Linda White; and a host of friends.He was preceded in death by his parents.A funeral service to celebrate John’s life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. A private burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell. Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at the mortuary. Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, who is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

John Stanley Laubhan

On Thursday, October 22, 2020, our 
beautiful Mom and Grandma Pat passed to her eternal home in Heaven 
whereas faith has it she was embraced by her savior, Jesus. 
Patricia Kay was born in Great Bend, 
Kansas on October 11, 1938, to Dorothy E. (Bruntzel) and John T. Darcey. 
She was the eldest sister to her loving siblings Deanna and Johnny. Pat 
graduated from Radium High School in 1956 and then pursued education at 
the Dominican School of Nursing, although her career path later revealed
 a love of and natural talent for interior design. &nbsp;&nbsp;On November 17, 
1956, Pat was set up on a blind date to Joseph G. “Joe” Englert at his 
sister Millie’s wedding. Pat and Joe’s courtship began! When Joe was 
stationed out for military duties, he proposed to Pat through a love 
letter sent via the postal system, complete with her engagement ring 
enclosed! A September 7, 1957 marriage union in Seward, KS. at St. 
Francis Xavier Catholic Church followed. The couple loved and grew a 
family of four children. In God’s providence, eleven grandchildren and 
five great grandchildren all became part of Pat’s world to love. 
For 52 years Pat and Joe celebrated 
married life until Joe’s passing on August 4, 2009. Pat lived most of 
her life in Hays, Kansas, where she and Joe both contributed through 
careers and volunteer work for their community. &nbsp;Pat’s interests 
included &nbsp;CCD teacher for Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 
member of The Daughters of Isabella, retail store owner of Something 
Special Gift and Décor, showroom owner of Interiors by Pat, BID advisory
 board member, Hays Chamber of Commerce member, founder of Hays Bosom 
Buddies Cancer Support Group, support work toward the Knights of 
Columbus and Kansas National Guard, which her husband was member of 
both, arts and environment volunteer decorator for St. Francis Catholic 
Church in Munjor, volunteer seasonal decorating at Centennial Towers, 
&nbsp;which she loved doing and where she lived her final five years, and 
member of St. Francis Catholic Church. In her later years, she 
immersed herself in the hobby of painting tea towels, donating many to 
varied charitable organizations and to friends and her grandchildren. 
&nbsp;She loved all things creative, didn’t know a stranger, and had the 
kindest heart to all! 
She is survived by her sister: Deanna (Ed)
 Johnson, her brother: John Darcey, three children: Daniel Joseph 
Englert (Patty) of Belton, MO, Darcy Ann Mendenhall (Scott) of Platte 
City, MO,&nbsp;Theresa Marie Corbeille of Rochester, MI,&nbsp; her grandchildren: 
Jason (Meagan) Englert, Jared Englert, Scott Englert, Kyle (Cecily) and 
Connor Mendenhall, Cate Corbeille, Abby (Ryan Michael) Pfeifer, Ryan Joe
 (Polly) Pfeifer, Anna Pfeifer, Isabelle Pfeifer, Miranda (Tim) Abate, 
and Devin (Brittany) Engelhardt, her great grandchildren: Bailey 
Englert, Caleb Englert, Eloise Mendenhall, Ella Pfeifer, Liam Pfeifer, 
Olyvia Engelhardt, Thomas Abate, Gianna Abate, Cale Engelhardt, and 
Adalynn Engelhardt.

Pat was preceded in death by her 
husband Joe, a daughter: Rosemary Kay Englert-Pfeifer, a granddaughter: 
Victoria Rose Pfeifer, her parents, brothers-in-law: John, Edward, and 
Leonard Englert, and Leonard Heeke, sisters-in-law: Esmerelda Darcey, 
Georgia Englert, Mary Englert, and Ann Heeke,&nbsp;and nieces: Denise 
Johnson-George and Esther Rose McMurtrie.

Pat’s family wishes to acknowledge and 
thank HaysMed for their utmost care given for the 30 days Pat was 
hospitalized till her passing, including ICU, Acute Care, hospital 
doctors, food and cleaning service, and all other departments that gave 
professional and compassionate care.

Due to the current Covid pandemic, the 
family has opted for a Catholic, private family service at Hays Memorial
 Chapel Funeral Home on Saturday, October 24, 2020.&nbsp; A springtime 
Catholic funeral and burial will be scheduled and announced.&nbsp; Memorials 
are suggested to St. Francis Church or to St. Nicholas of Myra Church.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Pat may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>On Thursday, October 22, 2020, our 
beautiful Mom and Grandma Pat passed to her eternal home in Heaven 
whereas faith has it she was embraced by her savior, Jesus. 
Patricia Kay was born in Great Bend, 
Kansas on October 11, 1938, to Dorothy E. (Bruntzel) and John T. Darcey. 
She was the eldest sister to her loving siblings Deanna and Johnny. Pat 
graduated from Radium High School in 1956 and then pursued education at 
the Dominican School of Nursing, although her career path later revealed
 a love of and natural talent for interior design. &nbsp;&nbsp;On November 17, 
1956, Pat was set up on a blind date to Joseph G. “Joe” Englert at his 
sister Millie’s wedding. Pat and Joe’s courtship began! When Joe was 
stationed out for military duties, he proposed to Pat through a love 
letter sent via the postal system, complete with her engagement ring 
enclosed! A September 7, 1957 marriage union in Seward, KS. at St. 
Francis Xavier Catholic Church followed. The couple loved and grew a 
family of four children. In God’s providence, eleven grandchildren and 
five great grandchildren all became part of Pat’s world to love. 
For 52 years Pat and Joe celebrated 
married life until Joe’s passing on August 4, 2009. Pat lived most of 
her life in Hays, Kansas, where she and Joe both contributed through 
careers and volunteer work for their community. &nbsp;Pat’s interests 
included &nbsp;CCD teacher for Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 
member of The Daughters of Isabella, retail store owner of Something 
Special Gift and Décor, showroom owner of Interiors by Pat, BID advisory
 board member, Hays Chamber of Commerce member, founder of Hays Bosom 
Buddies Cancer Support Group, support work toward the Knights of 
Columbus and Kansas National Guard, which her husband was member of 
both, arts and environment volunteer decorator for St. Francis Catholic 
Church in Munjor, volunteer seasonal decorating at Centennial Towers, 
&nbsp;which she loved doing and where she lived her final five years, and 
member of St. Francis Catholic Church. In her later years, she 
immersed herself in the hobby of painting tea towels, donating many to 
varied charitable organizations and to friends and her grandchildren. 
&nbsp;She loved all things creative, didn’t know a stranger, and had the 
kindest heart to all! 
She is survived by her sister: Deanna (Ed)
 Johnson, her brother: John Darcey, three children: Daniel Joseph 
Englert (Patty) of Belton, MO, Darcy Ann Mendenhall (Scott) of Platte 
City, MO,&nbsp;Theresa Marie Corbeille of Rochester, MI,&nbsp; her grandchildren: 
Jason (Meagan) Englert, Jared Englert, Scott Englert, Kyle (Cecily) and 
Connor Mendenhall, Cate Corbeille, Abby (Ryan Michael) Pfeifer, Ryan Joe
 (Polly) Pfeifer, Anna Pfeifer, Isabelle Pfeifer, Miranda (Tim) Abate, 
and Devin (Brittany) Engelhardt, her great grandchildren: Bailey 
Englert, Caleb Englert, Eloise Mendenhall, Ella Pfeifer, Liam Pfeifer, 
Olyvia Engelhardt, Thomas Abate, Gianna Abate, Cale Engelhardt, and 
Adalynn Engelhardt. Pat was preceded in death by her 
husband Joe, a daughter: Rosemary Kay Englert-Pfeifer, a granddaughter: 
Victoria Rose Pfeifer, her parents, brothers-in-law: John, Edward, and 
Leonard Englert, and Leonard Heeke, sisters-in-law: Esmerelda Darcey, 
Georgia Englert, Mary Englert, and Ann Heeke,&nbsp;and nieces: Denise 
Johnson-George and Esther Rose McMurtrie.Pat’s family wishes to acknowledge and 
thank HaysMed for their utmost care given for the 30 days Pat was 
hospitalized till her passing, including ICU, Acute Care, hospital 
doctors, food and cleaning service, and all other departments that gave 
professional and compassionate care. Due to the current Covid pandemic, the 
family has opted for a Catholic, private family service at Hays Memorial
 Chapel Funeral Home on Saturday, October 24, 2020.&nbsp; A springtime 
Catholic funeral and burial will be scheduled and announced.&nbsp; Memorials 
are suggested to St. Francis Church or to St. Nicholas of Myra Church.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Pat may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Patricia K. 'Pat' Englert

Vada Irene (Colip) Randall passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020, 
at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born
 to George L. and Bertha (Garrison) Colip on March 10, 1927, at the 
family home in rural Norton County.&nbsp;

Vada graduated from Norton High School in 1944.&nbsp; She&nbsp;married Cloyce 
D. Randall on September 7, 1946.&nbsp; In 1948 they moved to Gove, Kansas and
 had three sons,&nbsp;Robert L.,

Donald L. and Randy L.&nbsp; Vada was secretary to Superintendent of WHS 
School District, and Clerk to the Board of Education of USD 292.&nbsp; 
Cloyce, Vada and Randy moved to WaKeeney in 1978.&nbsp; Vada worked for 
Commercial National Bank in data processing in WaKeeney.&nbsp; She retired as
 Manager December 1990.&nbsp; Vada spent her retirement years volunteering on
 various committees in the community.&nbsp; She also enjoyed line dancing.&nbsp;

She is survived by her sons, Robert and (Elizabeth), Manhattan, 
Kansas., Donald and (Patricia) Gove, Kansas.,&nbsp;and Randy and (Joann) 
Wichita, Kansas; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandsons.&nbsp;

A private graveside memorial service will be held at a later date, at the Jennings Cemetery, Jennings, Kansas.

Memorial contributions&nbsp;are suggested to United Methodist Church 
Elevator Fund.&nbsp; Donations to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral 
Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS&nbsp; 67672.

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 </figure>Vada Irene (Colip) Randall passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020, 
at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born
 to George L. and Bertha (Garrison) Colip on March 10, 1927, at the 
family home in rural Norton County.&nbsp;Vada graduated from Norton High School in 1944.&nbsp; She&nbsp;married Cloyce 
D. Randall on September 7, 1946.&nbsp; In 1948 they moved to Gove, Kansas and
 had three sons,&nbsp;Robert L.,Donald L. and Randy L.&nbsp; Vada was secretary to Superintendent of WHS 
School District, and Clerk to the Board of Education of USD 292.&nbsp; 
Cloyce, Vada and Randy moved to WaKeeney in 1978.&nbsp; Vada worked for 
Commercial National Bank in data processing in WaKeeney.&nbsp; She retired as
 Manager December 1990.&nbsp; Vada spent her retirement years volunteering on
 various committees in the community.&nbsp; She also enjoyed line dancing.&nbsp;She is survived by her sons, Robert and (Elizabeth), Manhattan, 
Kansas., Donald and (Patricia) Gove, Kansas.,&nbsp;and Randy and (Joann) 
Wichita, Kansas; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandsons.&nbsp;A private graveside memorial service will be held at a later date, at the Jennings Cemetery, Jennings, Kansas.Memorial contributions&nbsp;are suggested to United Methodist Church 
Elevator Fund.&nbsp; Donations to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral 
Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS&nbsp; 67672.

Vada Irene Randall

Longtime Goodland, KS resident Maria Jesus Vasquez, 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at the St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO.

Maria was born on November 21, 1927, in Comstock, Texas to Gavino and Santiaga (Sandoval) Vasquez.&nbsp; She was one of eight children.&nbsp; She attended school in Texas up through the 9th grade. &nbsp;

On October 25, 1954, she married Natividad Vasquez in Tahoka, Texas.&nbsp; To this union, eight children were born.

Maria enjoyed cooking for her family, sewing, crocheting, knitting and doing word finds.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed just spending time with her family.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, one son, two daughters, three brothers, four sisters and one grandson.

She is survived by her five children; Janie Juarez of Plainview, TX, Raul (Susan) Vasquez of Gladstone, Oregon, Jose Vasquez (Becky) of Olathe, KS, Dulci (Dennis) Fyfe of Goodland, KS and Jr. (Kerri) Vasquez also of Goodland.&nbsp; She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 10:30 AM MT at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Goodland with Father Norbert Dlabal officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with a Parish Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM, also at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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

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

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 </figure>Longtime Goodland, KS resident Maria Jesus Vasquez, 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at the St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO.Maria was born on November 21, 1927, in Comstock, Texas to Gavino and Santiaga (Sandoval) Vasquez.&nbsp; She was one of eight children.&nbsp; She attended school in Texas up through the 9th grade. &nbsp;On October 25, 1954, she married Natividad Vasquez in Tahoka, Texas.&nbsp; To this union, eight children were born.Maria enjoyed cooking for her family, sewing, crocheting, knitting and doing word finds.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed just spending time with her family.Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband, one son, two daughters, three brothers, four sisters and one grandson.She is survived by her five children; Janie Juarez of Plainview, TX, Raul (Susan) Vasquez of Gladstone, Oregon, Jose Vasquez (Becky) of Olathe, KS, Dulci (Dennis) Fyfe of Goodland, KS and Jr. (Kerri) Vasquez also of Goodland.&nbsp; She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 10:30 AM MT at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Goodland with Father Norbert Dlabal officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with a Parish Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM, also at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be designated to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Maria Jesus (Vasquez) Vasquez

Rebecca “Becky” Marie Anderson, 63, passed away October 22, 2020, at 
her home in Great Bend. She was born November 18, 1956, at Great Bend, 
to Carl &amp; Nancy (Goetting) Bertram. She married Kenny Kuhn in 1980 
and they later divorced.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Rebecca was a sales person for over 
30 years at J&amp;L Coins. She was a wonderful cook. She loved her cats 
and dogs, but especially loved spending time with her children and 
grandchildren.

Survivors include, a son, Christopher Kuhn (fiancé Nika Stoks) of 
Rochester, Minn.; a daughter, Bonnie Kuhn and (Eric Zecha) of Great 
Bend; a daughter in heart, Janell Tracey of Great Bend; a brother, Ted 
Bertram and (Sherry) of Kansas City, Mo.; two sisters, Sarah Richley 
(Craig) of Lee Summit, Mo., and Melissa Esfeld (Arturo Ferrel) of Great 
Bend; eight grandchildren, Paxton Redetzke, Jacob Horner, Lexi Zecha, 
Skyler Zecha, Holley Zecha, Makayla Kuhn, Ashlin Kuhn, and Chance Kuhn; a
 nephew, Bradley Esfeld; and a niece, Holly Esfeld. She was preceded in 
death by her parents; and a brother, Jerry Bertram.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place and the family will greet friends from 1:00
 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 29, 2020, at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Hands of Hope Rescue or 
Rebecca Anderson Funeral Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rebecca “Becky” Marie Anderson, 63, passed away October 22, 2020, at 
her home in Great Bend. She was born November 18, 1956, at Great Bend, 
to Carl &amp; Nancy (Goetting) Bertram. She married Kenny Kuhn in 1980 
and they later divorced.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Rebecca was a sales person for over 
30 years at J&amp;L Coins. She was a wonderful cook. She loved her cats 
and dogs, but especially loved spending time with her children and 
grandchildren.Survivors include, a son, Christopher Kuhn (fiancé Nika Stoks) of 
Rochester, Minn.; a daughter, Bonnie Kuhn and (Eric Zecha) of Great 
Bend; a daughter in heart, Janell Tracey of Great Bend; a brother, Ted 
Bertram and (Sherry) of Kansas City, Mo.; two sisters, Sarah Richley 
(Craig) of Lee Summit, Mo., and Melissa Esfeld (Arturo Ferrel) of Great 
Bend; eight grandchildren, Paxton Redetzke, Jacob Horner, Lexi Zecha, 
Skyler Zecha, Holley Zecha, Makayla Kuhn, Ashlin Kuhn, and Chance Kuhn; a
 nephew, Bradley Esfeld; and a niece, Holly Esfeld. She was preceded in 
death by her parents; and a brother, Jerry Bertram.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place and the family will greet friends from 1:00
 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 29, 2020, at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Hands of Hope Rescue or 
Rebecca Anderson Funeral Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rebecca 'Becky' Marie Anderson

Donald Fry, 89, of Sharon Springs, KS, passed away October 20, 2020.&nbsp;

Don entered this world on July 10, 1931 in McMillen, MO, born to Lyman and Ina Fry. He was raised in western Kansas, graduating from Wallace County High School. After graduation, he spent several decades traveling across the United States and throughout the world, before returning to his hometown.&nbsp;

He was a taxi driver, raced cars, flew helicopters and worked at the Flight Research Center at NASA. He proudly served in the Korean War as a Radioman Third Class in the United States Navy. He worked as an aircraft mechanic in Vietnam and Iran before eventually returning to western Kansas with his family.

After moving back to Sharon Springs, he worked as an employee of USD 241, a power plant operator, and a farmer. He was happiest when he was working on his farm, spending time with his family, reading or calling a round of bingo at the VFW. &nbsp;

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Lyman and Ina Fry, and a sister, Colleen Barber. He is survived by his beloved wife Hao, his two children, Russell Fry and his wife Leslie; and Michael Fry and his wife Tricia. He has four grandchildren, including Ethan, Sam and Will Fry, and Peyton Fry. His surviving siblings include Arlene Henderson, Orval Fry, Fred Fry, Emelie McAlister, Linda Gates and Karen Haynes.

There will be a private family ceremony at a later date.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to the Wallace County Community Care Center and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735..

Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Sharon Springs, KS.

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 </figure>Donald Fry, 89, of Sharon Springs, KS, passed away October 20, 2020.&nbsp;Don entered this world on July 10, 1931 in McMillen, MO, born to Lyman and Ina Fry. He was raised in western Kansas, graduating from Wallace County High School. After graduation, he spent several decades traveling across the United States and throughout the world, before returning to his hometown.&nbsp;He was a taxi driver, raced cars, flew helicopters and worked at the Flight Research Center at NASA. He proudly served in the Korean War as a Radioman Third Class in the United States Navy. He worked as an aircraft mechanic in Vietnam and Iran before eventually returning to western Kansas with his family.After moving back to Sharon Springs, he worked as an employee of USD 241, a power plant operator, and a farmer. He was happiest when he was working on his farm, spending time with his family, reading or calling a round of bingo at the VFW. &nbsp;Don was preceded in death by his parents, Lyman and Ina Fry, and a sister, Colleen Barber. He is survived by his beloved wife Hao, his two children, Russell Fry and his wife Leslie; and Michael Fry and his wife Tricia. He has four grandchildren, including Ethan, Sam and Will Fry, and Peyton Fry. His surviving siblings include Arlene Henderson, Orval Fry, Fred Fry, Emelie McAlister, Linda Gates and Karen Haynes.There will be a private family ceremony at a later date.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to the Wallace County Community Care Center and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735..Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Sharon Springs, KS.

Donald Fry

Lilly Marlene Zeman, age 85, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away October 18, 2020. She was born November 16, 1934 in Quinter, KS, to John and Ruby (Jarboe) Jamison. She was a graduate of Quinter High School. Lilly was a fierce fighter, having beaten breast cancer twice, as well as battling lung cancer for over 2 years.&nbsp;

On February 10, 1956, she was united in marriage to Frank “Junior” Zeman in Quinter, and they enjoyed 43 years of marriage together. They lived on a farm in Trego county for a few years before buying a home in WaKeeney where they raised 3 children together. Lilly worked as a dietary aide for 35 years in WaKeeney at the Lutheran home before going on to work another 24 years as a senior companion. Following the death of her husband in 1999, she moved to Keeney Village, where she lived for 20 years. In her spare time, Lilly liked to crochet her hangers, work on her word search and puzzle books, and play dice. She was also a collector of many angels.&nbsp;

Lilly well be dearly missed and remember by so many friends and family, including her children Joquetta (Robert) Roth of Lakewood, CO, Stephen Zeman of Quinter, Kevin Zeman of WaKeeney, and Debbie (Brett) Rucas of Hays, KS; grandchildren Jessica (Russell) Wood of Ogallah, KS, Amanda (Cody) Hamilton of Morland, KS, Cortney Wright of Hays, and Kerbi (Jeremy) Jacobson of Littleton, CO; great-grandchildren, Brendon Wright, Hannah and Breanna Wood of Ogallah, Caleb and Tristan Hamilton of Morland, Haylee and Tanner Finnesy, Mikah Chaffee and Kira Plante of Hays, and Lanie and Micha Jacobson of Littleton; sister Myrna Prewitt of Beloit, KS; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband; brothers Hershel, Virgil, Reuben, Loren, and Edwin Jamison; sisters Mary Loreen Williams, Eula Schreiner, Wava Smith, and Nellie Kepferle.

Inurnment will be at the Kansas Veterans cemetery, in WaKeeney. Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Knights of Columbus Council #4113 or Keeney Village. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12 St., WaKeeney, KS, 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.schmittfuneral.com.

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 </figure>Lilly Marlene Zeman, age 85, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away October 18, 2020. She was born November 16, 1934 in Quinter, KS, to John and Ruby (Jarboe) Jamison. She was a graduate of Quinter High School. Lilly was a fierce fighter, having beaten breast cancer twice, as well as battling lung cancer for over 2 years.&nbsp;On February 10, 1956, she was united in marriage to Frank “Junior” Zeman in Quinter, and they enjoyed 43 years of marriage together. They lived on a farm in Trego county for a few years before buying a home in WaKeeney where they raised 3 children together. Lilly worked as a dietary aide for 35 years in WaKeeney at the Lutheran home before going on to work another 24 years as a senior companion. Following the death of her husband in 1999, she moved to Keeney Village, where she lived for 20 years. In her spare time, Lilly liked to crochet her hangers, work on her word search and puzzle books, and play dice. She was also a collector of many angels.&nbsp;Lilly well be dearly missed and remember by so many friends and family, including her children Joquetta (Robert) Roth of Lakewood, CO, Stephen Zeman of Quinter, Kevin Zeman of WaKeeney, and Debbie (Brett) Rucas of Hays, KS; grandchildren Jessica (Russell) Wood of Ogallah, KS, Amanda (Cody) Hamilton of Morland, KS, Cortney Wright of Hays, and Kerbi (Jeremy) Jacobson of Littleton, CO; great-grandchildren, Brendon Wright, Hannah and Breanna Wood of Ogallah, Caleb and Tristan Hamilton of Morland, Haylee and Tanner Finnesy, Mikah Chaffee and Kira Plante of Hays, and Lanie and Micha Jacobson of Littleton; sister Myrna Prewitt of Beloit, KS; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband; brothers Hershel, Virgil, Reuben, Loren, and Edwin Jamison; sisters Mary Loreen Williams, Eula Schreiner, Wava Smith, and Nellie Kepferle.Inurnment will be at the Kansas Veterans cemetery, in WaKeeney. Memorial services will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions are suggested to Knights of Columbus Council #4113 or Keeney Village. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12 St., WaKeeney, KS, 67672.Condolences may be left for the family at www.schmittfuneral.com.

Lilly Marlene Zeman

Shirley Ann McGee, 84, passed away October 22, 2020 at Diversicare of Larned.

She was born October 23, 1935 in Linn, Kansas. The daughter of Vergil
 Samuel and Edna Marie Peterson Hanna, she was one of fifteen children.

A longtime area resident she worked at Alco in Larned. She was a 
member of the VFW Auxiliary, and enjoyed fishing, bingo, embroidery, and
 going to the casinos. She loved cats, especially her own, and she was a
 collector of many things.

On July 18, 1959 she married Kenneth “Bud” McGee in San Bernardino, California; he preceded her in death on October 11, 2002.

Survivors include: two sons, Tony (Paula) McGee, Moore, Oklahoma, 
Randy McGee, Wichita; daughter, Janda Van Loenen, Lane, Kansas; five 
grandchildren: Terry McGee, Megan McGee, Jeff Smith, Donnie Van Loenen, 
and Gayle Van Loenen-Golden; twenty-five great grandchildren, and one 
great-great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2020 at
 Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Private burial will be in Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the Welcome Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Shirley Ann McGee, 84, passed away October 22, 2020 at Diversicare of Larned.She was born October 23, 1935 in Linn, Kansas. The daughter of Vergil
 Samuel and Edna Marie Peterson Hanna, she was one of fifteen children.A longtime area resident she worked at Alco in Larned. She was a 
member of the VFW Auxiliary, and enjoyed fishing, bingo, embroidery, and
 going to the casinos. She loved cats, especially her own, and she was a
 collector of many things.On July 18, 1959 she married Kenneth “Bud” McGee in San Bernardino, California; he preceded her in death on October 11, 2002.Survivors include: two sons, Tony (Paula) McGee, Moore, Oklahoma, 
Randy McGee, Wichita; daughter, Janda Van Loenen, Lane, Kansas; five 
grandchildren: Terry McGee, Megan McGee, Jeff Smith, Donnie Van Loenen, 
and Gayle Van Loenen-Golden; twenty-five great grandchildren, and one 
great-great grandchild.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2020 at
 Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Private burial will be in Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to the Welcome Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp;

Shirley Ann McGee

Eldon Bird, age 93, of Quinter, KS, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020, at Andbe Home in Norton, KS. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Eldon Bird, age 93, of Quinter, KS, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020, at Andbe Home in Norton, KS. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Eldon Bird

James Kenneth Riddle, son of Randal and Elsie (Winters) Riddle, was born January 30, 1936, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, and passed away at the Andbe Home in Norton, Kansas, on October 16, 2020, at the age of 84.

James grew up in Mt. Pleasant and attended the local schools.  As an adult, James made his home in Ft. Worth, Texas, where he worked for a company that manufactured dairy products.  He worked his way up and was shipping supervisor for the transport of those products at the time of his retirement.  On July 4, 2002, James and Nila (Davis) Dawson were married at the St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Ft. Worth.  They made their home in Ft. Worth until recently when they moved to Norton.

James was a member of the St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Ft. Worth, and had been attending Trinity Episcopal Church since moving to Norton.

Survivors include:  his loving wife, Nila Riddle, of their home in Norton; three daughters, Audrey Raines and Sharron Jasso, of Texas, and Shelley Hendershot, of Delaware; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

James was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife of 43 years, Alice Whitt Riddle.

A memorial service was held at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Norton on Sunday, October 18, 2020.

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 </figure>James Kenneth Riddle, son of Randal and Elsie (Winters) Riddle, was born January 30, 1936, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, and passed away at the Andbe Home in Norton, Kansas, on October 16, 2020, at the age of 84.James grew up in Mt. Pleasant and attended the local schools. As an adult, James made his home in Ft. Worth, Texas, where he worked for a company that manufactured dairy products. He worked his way up and was shipping supervisor for the transport of those products at the time of his retirement. On July 4, 2002, James and Nila (Davis) Dawson were married at the St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Ft. Worth. They made their home in Ft. Worth until recently when they moved to Norton.James was a member of the St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Ft. Worth, and had been attending Trinity Episcopal Church since moving to Norton.Survivors include: his loving wife, Nila Riddle, of their home in Norton; three daughters, Audrey Raines and Sharron Jasso, of Texas, and Shelley Hendershot, of Delaware; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.James was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife of 43 years, Alice Whitt Riddle.A memorial service was held at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Norton on Sunday, October 18, 2020.

James Kenneth Riddle

Loran J. Jayne, 74, of Ellis, KS, passed away October 12, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society of Ellis. Loran was born on April 11, 1946, to George and Katherine (Croute) Jayne. While growing up, his family lived in many different places, with Florida being his favorite. On May 28, 1966, he married Gloria Schoenberger in Ellis, KS. Loran was a man of many trades, but he is remembered as a self-employed driver for King of the Road. Together with Gloria, they were able to travel around the United States delivering campers. He loved playing his guitar, singing, bowling with friends, and fishing. He especially enjoyed spending time with all of his family. Loran is survived by his daughters, Angela (Dave) Hickey and Sonya (Bryan) Gottschalk, all of Ellis, KS; his brother Larry of Kingman, KS; grandchildren Shelby (Aaron) Herl of Hays, KS, Sidney (Lane) Carpenter of Overland Park, KS, and Cody Hickey of San Diego, CA. Loran is preceded in death by his wife Gloria, his parents, and his brother Eddie. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, October 24, 2020 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Inurnment will follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery with military honors courtesy of the Ellis VFW Honor Guard. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637. Memorial contributions are suggested to donor's choice. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Loran J. Jayne, 74, of Ellis, KS, passed away October 12, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society of Ellis. Loran was born on April 11, 1946, to George and Katherine (Croute) Jayne. While growing up, his family lived in many different places, with Florida being his favorite. On May 28, 1966, he married Gloria Schoenberger in Ellis, KS. Loran was a man of many trades, but he is remembered as a self-employed driver for King of the Road. Together with Gloria, they were able to travel around the United States delivering campers. He loved playing his guitar, singing, bowling with friends, and fishing. He especially enjoyed spending time with all of his family. Loran is survived by his daughters, Angela (Dave) Hickey and Sonya (Bryan) Gottschalk, all of Ellis, KS; his brother Larry of Kingman, KS; grandchildren Shelby (Aaron) Herl of Hays, KS, Sidney (Lane) Carpenter of Overland Park, KS, and Cody Hickey of San Diego, CA. Loran is preceded in death by his wife Gloria, his parents, and his brother Eddie. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, October 24, 2020 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. Inurnment will follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery with military honors courtesy of the Ellis VFW Honor Guard. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637. Memorial contributions are suggested to donor's choice. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Loran J. Jayne

Richard Gayle Horchem, 88, died Oct. 21, 2020, at the University of 
Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas. He was born 
April 17, 1932, on a farm southeast of Ransom, the son of Peter Jr. and 
Eva (Jaehde) Horchem.

Dick graduated from Ransom High School and Kansas State University. He married Lavonne Kay Horchem in 1953. She survives.

Additional survivors include his sister, Linda (Terry) Claycamp, 
Hays; two sons, Brad (Cindy) Horchem, Manhattan; and Todd (Brenda) 
Horchem, Ness City, along with four grandchildren, Travis Horchem, 
Newton; Megan (George) Heyns, Kansas City, Missouri; Kali (Mark) 
Solomon, Wichita; and Jana Horchem, Englewood, Colorado; and five 
great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, 
Betty Schneider; brother, Rex Horchem; and son, Craig Horchem.

Dick spent two years in the U.S. Army after college then returned to 
Ness City. He was a teacher and coach in the Ness City school system 
where he enjoyed working with the young student athletes before shifting
 all of his attention to the family farm in the 1970s. He continued to 
go to the farm almost daily until his death.

Dick’s life will be celebrated at a small graveside service at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in the Ness City Cemetery.

Friends may sign the book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 1 to 7 p.m.
 Friday, Oct. 23, 2020. Memorial contributions may be given to the USD 
303 Horchem Memorial Fund to support the high school athletics program 
and sent in care of Fitzgerald Funeral Home, PO Box 96, Ness City, KS 
67560, or make a donation to an organization of your choice.

Memories and words of support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

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 </figure>Richard Gayle Horchem, 88, died Oct. 21, 2020, at the University of 
Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas. He was born 
April 17, 1932, on a farm southeast of Ransom, the son of Peter Jr. and 
Eva (Jaehde) Horchem.Dick graduated from Ransom High School and Kansas State University. He married Lavonne Kay Horchem in 1953. She survives.Additional survivors include his sister, Linda (Terry) Claycamp, 
Hays; two sons, Brad (Cindy) Horchem, Manhattan; and Todd (Brenda) 
Horchem, Ness City, along with four grandchildren, Travis Horchem, 
Newton; Megan (George) Heyns, Kansas City, Missouri; Kali (Mark) 
Solomon, Wichita; and Jana Horchem, Englewood, Colorado; and five 
great-grandchildren.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, 
Betty Schneider; brother, Rex Horchem; and son, Craig Horchem.Dick spent two years in the U.S. Army after college then returned to 
Ness City. He was a teacher and coach in the Ness City school system 
where he enjoyed working with the young student athletes before shifting
 all of his attention to the family farm in the 1970s. He continued to 
go to the farm almost daily until his death.Dick’s life will be celebrated at a small graveside service at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in the Ness City Cemetery.Friends may sign the book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 1 to 7 p.m.
 Friday, Oct. 23, 2020. Memorial contributions may be given to the USD 
303 Horchem Memorial Fund to support the high school athletics program 
and sent in care of Fitzgerald Funeral Home, PO Box 96, Ness City, KS 
67560, or make a donation to an organization of your choice.Memories and words of support may be left for the family at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Richard G. Horchem

JoAnn (Coulter) Mauck passed away, Thursday, October 15, 2020, at the 
Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term Care. 

JoAnn was born August 6,
 1931, in Rural Sheridan County, Kansas to Charles and Mary (Husted) 
Coulter. She was raised on the farm with her five siblings. JoAnn 
attended Whitehall School through eighth grade and graduated from Hoxie 
High School in 1949. Following graduation, she went to work as a 
secretary at the Sheridan County Court House. Following a whirlwind 
courtship, Laverne (Duffer) Mauck won JoAnn’s heart and they were 
married on August 22, 1950, at the Presbyterian Church in Hoxie, Kansas.
 After they were married, they moved to the farm where they raised 
their family and lived until they moved to town a few years ago. They 
were blessed with five children, Rex, Roger, Brena, Karen, and Rodney. 
Duffer and JoAnn just celebrated their 70th anniversary.
 JoAnn was very involved with her family. They were the loves of her
 life. She served as a Girl Scout Leader and a Den Mother for Cub 
Scouts and enjoyed going to the activities her children participated in.
 JoAnn’s family was so important to her. She enjoyed all her children, 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Some of her favorite things to 
do were sew, go for walks and look for Indian artifacts (she even has a 
site accredited to her name). Duffer and JoAnn traveled 
internationally, and fossil hunting was a favorite pastime shared by 
Duffer and JoAnn. JoAnn was a member of the McGraw Methodist Church, 
the Sheridan County Hospital Auxiliary, and Friends of the Cottonwood 
Ranch. 
 JoAnn is survived by her husband, Duffer Mauck of Hoxie, Kansas, 
sons, Rex Mauck (Dorothea) of Longmont, Florida and Roger Mauck 
(Dolores) of Hoxie, Kansas; daughters, Brena Mauck of Hays, Kansas and 
Karen Billinger (Ed Kimminau) of Dodge City, Kansas; grandchildren, Dr. 
Michelle Pope (Jason), Melissa Small (Richie), Tate Mauck (Heather), 
Nathan Mauck (Kelsey), Brandon Billinger (Liz), Amy Billinger, Adam 
Mauck (Krista), and Michaela Linden (Brett); great-grandchildren, Sydney
 Mauck, Reilly Mauck, Avery Mauck, Harper Mauck, Blayke Mauck, Emma 
Pope, Grace Pope, Kate Pope, Charlie Pope, Sophie Mauck, Truman Mauck, 
Max Mauck, Maggie Mauck, Parker Linden, Collins Linden, William 
Billinger, Joseph Billinger, and Zoe Small.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary Coulter; 
son, Rodney Mauck; granddaughter, Stephanie Mauck; great-grandson, 
Knolan Small; brothers, Elvin Coulter, Elvis Coulter, and Edwin Coulter;
 and sisters, Elva Coulter and Eva May.
 A private family service is planned with Stan Smith presiding. 
There will be no visitation. The family suggests memorials to the 
Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term Care. Memorials may be sent to
 Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Friends 
and family may leave words of comfort at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; JoAnn leaves happy memories of a life well-lived. When you feel sad
 and miss her remember her spirit lives within you. Forever within your 
heart.

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Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term Care. JoAnn was born August 6,
 1931, in Rural Sheridan County, Kansas to Charles and Mary (Husted) 
Coulter. She was raised on the farm with her five siblings. JoAnn 
attended Whitehall School through eighth grade and graduated from Hoxie 
High School in 1949. Following graduation, she went to work as a 
secretary at the Sheridan County Court House. Following a whirlwind 
courtship, Laverne (Duffer) Mauck won JoAnn’s heart and they were 
married on August 22, 1950, at the Presbyterian Church in Hoxie, Kansas.
 After they were married, they moved to the farm where they raised 
their family and lived until they moved to town a few years ago. They 
were blessed with five children, Rex, Roger, Brena, Karen, and Rodney. 
Duffer and JoAnn just celebrated their 70th anniversary.
 JoAnn was very involved with her family. They were the loves of her
 life. She served as a Girl Scout Leader and a Den Mother for Cub 
Scouts and enjoyed going to the activities her children participated in.
 JoAnn’s family was so important to her. She enjoyed all her children, 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Some of her favorite things to 
do were sew, go for walks and look for Indian artifacts (she even has a 
site accredited to her name). Duffer and JoAnn traveled 
internationally, and fossil hunting was a favorite pastime shared by 
Duffer and JoAnn. JoAnn was a member of the McGraw Methodist Church, 
the Sheridan County Hospital Auxiliary, and Friends of the Cottonwood 
Ranch. 
 JoAnn is survived by her husband, Duffer Mauck of Hoxie, Kansas, 
sons, Rex Mauck (Dorothea) of Longmont, Florida and Roger Mauck 
(Dolores) of Hoxie, Kansas; daughters, Brena Mauck of Hays, Kansas and 
Karen Billinger (Ed Kimminau) of Dodge City, Kansas; grandchildren, Dr. 
Michelle Pope (Jason), Melissa Small (Richie), Tate Mauck (Heather), 
Nathan Mauck (Kelsey), Brandon Billinger (Liz), Amy Billinger, Adam 
Mauck (Krista), and Michaela Linden (Brett); great-grandchildren, Sydney
 Mauck, Reilly Mauck, Avery Mauck, Harper Mauck, Blayke Mauck, Emma 
Pope, Grace Pope, Kate Pope, Charlie Pope, Sophie Mauck, Truman Mauck, 
Max Mauck, Maggie Mauck, Parker Linden, Collins Linden, William 
Billinger, Joseph Billinger, and Zoe Small.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary Coulter; 
son, Rodney Mauck; granddaughter, Stephanie Mauck; great-grandson, 
Knolan Small; brothers, Elvin Coulter, Elvis Coulter, and Edwin Coulter;
 and sisters, Elva Coulter and Eva May.
 A private family service is planned with Stan Smith presiding. 
There will be no visitation. The family suggests memorials to the 
Sheridan County Health Complex Long Term Care. Memorials may be sent to
 Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, PO Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. Friends 
and family may leave words of comfort at mickeyleopoldfuneral.com. &nbsp; &nbsp; JoAnn leaves happy memories of a life well-lived. When you feel sad
 and miss her remember her spirit lives within you. Forever within your 
heart.

JoAnn (Coulter) Mauck

Robert Lee Kreutzer, age 85, passed away at the Greeley County Long Term Care on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.&nbsp; He was born on June 1, 1935, in Beeler, Kansas, the son of Frank and Helen Dreher Kreutzer. He was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church on Marienthal, Kansas.&nbsp; He worked as a mechanic and equipment operator. On December 29, 1954, he married Genevieve (Jean) M. Kreutzer.&nbsp; She passed away on July 9, 2013. Survivors include: Two Sons Jim Kreutzer of Leoti, Kansas Curtis and Lanna Kreutzer of Leoti, Kansas Two Daughters Faye Kreutzer Ford of Hutchinson, Kansas Kay &amp; Svend Kjaer of Edman, Oklahoma Six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two brothers, and four sisters.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 23, 2020, from 12-8 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Leoti. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 10:30 am at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas. Interment will follow at the St.Mary Catholic Cemetery. Memorials can be given to the Greeley County Health Services in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Robert Lee Kreutzer, age 85, passed away at the Greeley County Long Term Care on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.&nbsp; He was born on June 1, 1935, in Beeler, Kansas, the son of Frank and Helen Dreher Kreutzer. He was a member of the St. Mary Catholic Church on Marienthal, Kansas.&nbsp; He worked as a mechanic and equipment operator. On December 29, 1954, he married Genevieve (Jean) M. Kreutzer.&nbsp; She passed away on July 9, 2013. Survivors include: Two Sons Jim Kreutzer of Leoti, Kansas Curtis and Lanna Kreutzer of Leoti, Kansas Two Daughters Faye Kreutzer Ford of Hutchinson, Kansas Kay &amp; Svend Kjaer of Edman, Oklahoma Six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two brothers, and four sisters.Visitation will be held on Friday, October 23, 2020, from 12-8 at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home of Leoti. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 10:30 am at the St. Mary Catholic Church in Marienthal, Kansas. Interment will follow at the St.Mary Catholic Cemetery. Memorials can be given to the Greeley County Health Services in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home.

Robert Lee Kreutzer

Darold Eugene Ashford, 75, of Atwood, KS, left this world early in the morning of Oct. 22, 2020, in Hays, KS. 
He was born Feb. 6, 1945, in Oceola, IA, to Darold Ashford and Letha 
(Suits) Ashford. He joined the Navy in 1964 and was discharged in 1966. 
Darold married Susan Sutton in 1967 and had one daughter,Leanna Ashford, of Atwood. 
He was preceded in death by both parents and one sister Linda Ryan, of Atwood. 
He leaves behind his loving wife, Susan; daughter Leanna; two grandsons,
 Raymond (Whitney) Ashford, Atwood, and Brandon (Jessica) Ashford, 
Colby; five great grandchildren, Jayden Ashford, Riya Casper, Aliya 
Ashford, Cobyn Ashford and Grayson Ashford; two sisters; Cheri Williams,
 of Horseshoe Bend, AZ and Janice Kerley, of Denver and many nieces, 
nephews and folks who loved him. 
A Celebration of Life will take place at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 
28, 2020, at the Atwood Senior Center. Memorials can be made to the 
family, in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information and condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Darold Eugene Ashford, 75, of Atwood, KS, left this world early in the morning of Oct. 22, 2020, in Hays, KS. 
He was born Feb. 6, 1945, in Oceola, IA, to Darold Ashford and Letha 
(Suits) Ashford. He joined the Navy in 1964 and was discharged in 1966. 
Darold married Susan Sutton in 1967 and had one daughter,Leanna Ashford, of Atwood. 
He was preceded in death by both parents and one sister Linda Ryan, of Atwood. 
He leaves behind his loving wife, Susan; daughter Leanna; two grandsons,
 Raymond (Whitney) Ashford, Atwood, and Brandon (Jessica) Ashford, 
Colby; five great grandchildren, Jayden Ashford, Riya Casper, Aliya 
Ashford, Cobyn Ashford and Grayson Ashford; two sisters; Cheri Williams,
 of Horseshoe Bend, AZ and Janice Kerley, of Denver and many nieces, 
nephews and folks who loved him. 
A Celebration of Life will take place at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 
28, 2020, at the Atwood Senior Center. Memorials can be made to the 
family, in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information and condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Darold Eugene Ashford

Wednesday, April 18th, 1934-Wednesday, October 21st, 2020

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/cahterine-luella-black/4366779/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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Catherine Luella Black

Orville R. Bowers, son of Leora Bryant, was born January 11, 1943, in 
rural Sycamore, KS in Montgomery County and passed away at the Andbe 
Home in Norton, KS on October 19, 2020, at the age of 77.

Orville grew up in Sycamore and Ottawa, Kansas. He served in the United States Navy.

On March 24, 1978, he married Marilyn Magill. Together, they lived 
mostly in the Hoisington and Great Bend communities, where Orville 
worked for the Railroad.&nbsp; Following his retirement the couple moved to 
Almena, KS.&nbsp; They helped raise two of their grandchildren, Brandon and 
Dalton McDowell in that home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Orville had a passion for hunting, fishing, and buying/selling stuff. He enjoyed gardening and caring for his animals.

Following Marilyn’s death in 2013, Orville continued to live in Almena
 with his grandchildren until his health required him to move into the 
Andbe Home in Norton in 2018.

Survivors include his four children, Brian McDowell of Garden City, 
KS, Teresa Strickland of Lyons, KS, William David McDowell of Colorado, 
and Denise Ryan of Ledyard, CT; 12 grandchildren; 11 great 
grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his Wife Marilyn Kay Bowers.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will take place in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Almena, KS at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Orville Bowers Memorial c/o
 Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Orville R. Bowers, son of Leora Bryant, was born January 11, 1943, in 
rural Sycamore, KS in Montgomery County and passed away at the Andbe 
Home in Norton, KS on October 19, 2020, at the age of 77.Orville grew up in Sycamore and Ottawa, Kansas. He served in the United States Navy.On March 24, 1978, he married Marilyn Magill. Together, they lived 
mostly in the Hoisington and Great Bend communities, where Orville 
worked for the Railroad.&nbsp; Following his retirement the couple moved to 
Almena, KS.&nbsp; They helped raise two of their grandchildren, Brandon and 
Dalton McDowell in that home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Orville had a passion for hunting, fishing, and buying/selling stuff. He enjoyed gardening and caring for his animals.Following Marilyn’s death in 2013, Orville continued to live in Almena
 with his grandchildren until his health required him to move into the 
Andbe Home in Norton in 2018.Survivors include his four children, Brian McDowell of Garden City, 
KS, Teresa Strickland of Lyons, KS, William David McDowell of Colorado, 
and Denise Ryan of Ledyard, CT; 12 grandchildren; 11 great 
grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and his Wife Marilyn Kay Bowers.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will take place in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Almena, KS at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the Orville Bowers Memorial c/o
 Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Orville R. Bowers

Longtime Goodland, KS resident, Dorothy Elaine Owens, 98, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at the Cheyenne County Hospital in St. Francis, KS.

Dorothy was born on December 11, 1921, in Polk County, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was the daughter of William and Dora McDaniel.&nbsp; At the age of seven, because of her mother’s health, she and her brother and sister went to live with her grandparents.&nbsp; A few years later Dorothy, her grandparents, father, brother and sister moved to Kansas and settled on a farm north of Edson.&nbsp; She attended Edson elementary and high schools.

She married Leonard Owens in 1939 and together they had four children; Elaine, Leonard Jr., Brenda and Darrell.

She believed in taking part in community affairs.&nbsp; She served as a 4-H leader, offices in the Smoky Iowa EHU, President of the Hospital Auxiliary, and served on the Sherman County Extension Board.&nbsp; She was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church and served on the Church Council and was president of the Rebecca Circle.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Eastern Star for 25 years.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Leonard, an infant daughter Brenda, daughter-in-law Kathy Owens, a brother James McDaniel and a sister Shirley Garner.

She is survived by her daughter Elaine (Roy) Frieburger of Goodland, KS, two sons Leonard John Jr. (Sondra) Owens of Edson and Darrell (Diana) Owens south of Edson, KS; six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by two sisters Bernadine Amos and Marlene Perkell of Grand Junction, CO and a sister-in-law Annabelle McDaniel of Scott City, KS.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2020 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp; Private family graveside services will be held on Monday, October 26, 2020 at the Goodland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be designated to the Emmanuel Lutheran Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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 </figure>Longtime Goodland, KS resident, Dorothy Elaine Owens, 98, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at the Cheyenne County Hospital in St. Francis, KS.Dorothy was born on December 11, 1921, in Polk County, Nebraska.&nbsp; She was the daughter of William and Dora McDaniel.&nbsp; At the age of seven, because of her mother’s health, she and her brother and sister went to live with her grandparents.&nbsp; A few years later Dorothy, her grandparents, father, brother and sister moved to Kansas and settled on a farm north of Edson.&nbsp; She attended Edson elementary and high schools.She married Leonard Owens in 1939 and together they had four children; Elaine, Leonard Jr., Brenda and Darrell.She believed in taking part in community affairs.&nbsp; She served as a 4-H leader, offices in the Smoky Iowa EHU, President of the Hospital Auxiliary, and served on the Sherman County Extension Board.&nbsp; She was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church and served on the Church Council and was president of the Rebecca Circle.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Eastern Star for 25 years.Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Leonard, an infant daughter Brenda, daughter-in-law Kathy Owens, a brother James McDaniel and a sister Shirley Garner.She is survived by her daughter Elaine (Roy) Frieburger of Goodland, KS, two sons Leonard John Jr. (Sondra) Owens of Edson and Darrell (Diana) Owens south of Edson, KS; six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is also survived by two sisters Bernadine Amos and Marlene Perkell of Grand Junction, CO and a sister-in-law Annabelle McDaniel of Scott City, KS.Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2020 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp; Private family graveside services will be held on Monday, October 26, 2020 at the Goodland Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be designated to the Emmanuel Lutheran Church and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Dorothy Elaine (McDaniel) Owens

James L. Bowker, 77, of Goodland, KS, died Tues. Oct. 20, 2020 at Goodland Regional Medical Center.&nbsp;

Jim was born April 13, 1943 in Burlington, CO to Klein P. Bowker and 
Lucille Willy Bowker. Jim lived in Goodland for most of his life.&nbsp; He 
married Sharon Light and together they raised three children. &nbsp;

Jim worked for over 50 years at the Goodland Daily News/Sherman 
County Herald and The Goodland Star News.&nbsp; He was a member of the Brick 
Top Cruisers, the Goodland Recreation Board, the Goodland Elks Club, and
 the Northwest Kansas Quarter Horse Association. &nbsp;Jim was also a Sherman
 County Volunteer Sheriff.&nbsp; Jim was very involved in his children’s 
lives attending every single sporting event, often going back to work 
after the event to get the results into the newspaper.&nbsp; Jim loved to 
volunteer at the county fair.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents; his brother William "Bill" 
Bowker; and three sisters Alta Mae House, Kay Stephens and Janice Young.

Survivors include wife of 59 years, Sharon Light Bowker; daughter, 
Robin Bowker Bassett, Eagan, MN; sons Jeff (Margaret) Bowker, Lake 
Quivira, KS, and Matthew Bowker, Fort Collins, CO; brother Bruce Bowker,
 Centennial, CO; sisters Carol Tracy and Nancy Michael, of Limon, CO, 
Phyllis Dering, Ramah, CO, Beverly Bowker, Colorado Spring, CO, and 
Jacki Sandoval (Sip), Littleton, Co. Jim leaves behind his 10 cherished 
Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren.

Jim was the consummate storyteller and passionate about antique cars 
and horses. He spent his free time searching for antique treasures, auto
 parts, and tinkering with projects.

Services will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 4:00 PM MT at the Chapel in the Goodland Cemetery.

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Lucille Willy Bowker. Jim lived in Goodland for most of his life.&nbsp; He 
married Sharon Light and together they raised three children. &nbsp;Jim worked for over 50 years at the Goodland Daily News/Sherman 
County Herald and The Goodland Star News.&nbsp; He was a member of the Brick 
Top Cruisers, the Goodland Recreation Board, the Goodland Elks Club, and
 the Northwest Kansas Quarter Horse Association. &nbsp;Jim was also a Sherman
 County Volunteer Sheriff.&nbsp; Jim was very involved in his children’s 
lives attending every single sporting event, often going back to work 
after the event to get the results into the newspaper.&nbsp; Jim loved to 
volunteer at the county fair.Jim is preceded in death by his parents; his brother William "Bill" 
Bowker; and three sisters Alta Mae House, Kay Stephens and Janice Young.Survivors include wife of 59 years, Sharon Light Bowker; daughter, 
Robin Bowker Bassett, Eagan, MN; sons Jeff (Margaret) Bowker, Lake 
Quivira, KS, and Matthew Bowker, Fort Collins, CO; brother Bruce Bowker,
 Centennial, CO; sisters Carol Tracy and Nancy Michael, of Limon, CO, 
Phyllis Dering, Ramah, CO, Beverly Bowker, Colorado Spring, CO, and 
Jacki Sandoval (Sip), Littleton, Co. Jim leaves behind his 10 cherished 
Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren.Jim was the consummate storyteller and passionate about antique cars 
and horses. He spent his free time searching for antique treasures, auto
 parts, and tinkering with projects.Services will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 4:00 PM MT at the Chapel in the Goodland Cemetery.

James 'Jim' L. Bowker

Rodney Lee Taylor, 77, of Colby, died Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at 
Citizens Medical Center in Colby Kansas due to an accident. He was born 
January 22, 1943, in Goodland Kansas, to Forrest and Dorothy (Scherff) 
Taylor. He grew up on a farm with his 3 sisters Cheryl, Regina, and 
Candace, and one brother, Barry. 

Though life was not easy in the 40s and
 50s, he rarely had anything bad to say about his childhood. Rod loved 
all music, loved to dance, was very outgoing in sporting activities and 
working on the farm. He graduated from Norton High School in 1961. He 
went on to attended Dodge City Community College on a football 
scholarship, as the quarterback, then later transferred to Panhandle 
State again on a football scholarship. While at Panhandle State, Rod met
 his wife, Judith Sutton. After graduating college with a Bachelors in 
Physical Education and Business, Rod followed in his father’s footsteps 
taking additional training to become a highway patrolman. Rod and Judy 
eventually had a daughter Regina in 1978 and son Jarrod a year later. 
Rod and his family moved to Colby in 1981 where he has resided since. 

He
 worked with the highway patrol as a Master Trooper, educator and drug 
handler with his dog Trooper. The law enforcement duo seized millions of
 dollars in illegal drugs and drug money over the years and a story was 
published in a state and law enforcement magazine.  Trooper and Rod 
retired together in 1997. Retirement did not suit Rod and continued his 
work in law enforcement as a deputy with the Thomas County Sheriff’s 
Office. He eventually was elected sheriff of Thomas County for 2 terms 
before retiring again in 2016. Through his years, he enjoyed tae kwon do 
earning a black belt status and placing nationally in tournaments, 
hunting, fishing, worked on the local school board and president of the 
school board, giving presentations to schools and community 
organizations, participating in fund raisers and instrumental in keeping
 ADAC open. 

Rod’s greatest achievement was his family. Local lakes were 
frequented for camping trips typically including fishing, hiking and 
enjoying nature. As his children became older, Rod and Judy stayed busy 
running around to sporting events. Rod was a very caring man to family, 
honorable and always did what was right regardless of what others may 
have thought or pressure him to do. He was respectful to everyone, even 
those he just met, friendly to all and would go out of his way to help 
out a stranger in need. He did have his ornery side as there are various
 stories of he and his law enforcement buddies always playing pranks on 
each other over the years, especially his best friend Scottie Legeer who
 was a fellow highway patrolman. 
Rodney was preceded in death by his parents; son Jarrod “Tank” Shane 
Taylor; brother Barry Taylor and brother-in-law Steve Sutton. 
He is survived by his wife, Judith, of Colby; daughter Regina (Brett) 
Suter and daughter Aurora, of Colby; sisters, Regina Rydquist, of Colby,
 Cheryl Cooper, of Denver and Candace (Alan) Baird, of Jefferson City, 
MO; brothers-in-law, Bill (Gayla) Sutton, of Topeka, KS, Bob Sutton, of 
Canada and Jim (Judy Lee) Sutton, of Colby; sister-in-law Karen Sutton, 
of Las Vegas, NV and many cousins, nieces and nephews. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Due to COVID precautions, masks are required. 
A private family graveside service will take place at the Goodland 
Cemetery. After COVID is improving, Rodney’s family will be planning on
 a Celebration of Life event in honor of him. Memorials are suggested to
 the Rodney Lee Taylor Memorial Fund, to be designated towards community
 improvements, and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391,
 Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Rodney Lee Taylor, 77, of Colby, died Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at 
Citizens Medical Center in Colby Kansas due to an accident. He was born 
January 22, 1943, in Goodland Kansas, to Forrest and Dorothy (Scherff) 
Taylor. He grew up on a farm with his 3 sisters Cheryl, Regina, and 
Candace, and one brother, Barry. Though life was not easy in the 40s and
 50s, he rarely had anything bad to say about his childhood. Rod loved 
all music, loved to dance, was very outgoing in sporting activities and 
working on the farm. He graduated from Norton High School in 1961. He 
went on to attended Dodge City Community College on a football 
scholarship, as the quarterback, then later transferred to Panhandle 
State again on a football scholarship. While at Panhandle State, Rod met
 his wife, Judith Sutton. After graduating college with a Bachelors in 
Physical Education and Business, Rod followed in his father’s footsteps 
taking additional training to become a highway patrolman. Rod and Judy 
eventually had a daughter Regina in 1978 and son Jarrod a year later. 
Rod and his family moved to Colby in 1981 where he has resided since. He
 worked with the highway patrol as a Master Trooper, educator and drug 
handler with his dog Trooper. The law enforcement duo seized millions of
 dollars in illegal drugs and drug money over the years and a story was 
published in a state and law enforcement magazine. Trooper and Rod 
retired together in 1997. Retirement did not suit Rod and continued his 
work in law enforcement as a deputy with the Thomas County Sheriff’s 
Office. He eventually was elected sheriff of Thomas County for 2 terms 
before retiring again in 2016. Through his years, he enjoyed tae kwon do 
earning a black belt status and placing nationally in tournaments, 
hunting, fishing, worked on the local school board and president of the 
school board, giving presentations to schools and community 
organizations, participating in fund raisers and instrumental in keeping
 ADAC open. Rod’s greatest achievement was his family. Local lakes were 
frequented for camping trips typically including fishing, hiking and 
enjoying nature. As his children became older, Rod and Judy stayed busy 
running around to sporting events. Rod was a very caring man to family, 
honorable and always did what was right regardless of what others may 
have thought or pressure him to do. He was respectful to everyone, even 
those he just met, friendly to all and would go out of his way to help 
out a stranger in need. He did have his ornery side as there are various
 stories of he and his law enforcement buddies always playing pranks on 
each other over the years, especially his best friend Scottie Legeer who
 was a fellow highway patrolman. 
Rodney was preceded in death by his parents; son Jarrod “Tank” Shane 
Taylor; brother Barry Taylor and brother-in-law Steve Sutton. 
He is survived by his wife, Judith, of Colby; daughter Regina (Brett) 
Suter and daughter Aurora, of Colby; sisters, Regina Rydquist, of Colby,
 Cheryl Cooper, of Denver and Candace (Alan) Baird, of Jefferson City, 
MO; brothers-in-law, Bill (Gayla) Sutton, of Topeka, KS, Bob Sutton, of 
Canada and Jim (Judy Lee) Sutton, of Colby; sister-in-law Karen Sutton, 
of Las Vegas, NV and many cousins, nieces and nephews. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 at Baalmann 
Mortuary, Colby. Due to COVID precautions, masks are required. 
A private family graveside service will take place at the Goodland 
Cemetery. After COVID is improving, Rodney’s family will be planning on
 a Celebration of Life event in honor of him. Memorials are suggested to
 the Rodney Lee Taylor Memorial Fund, to be designated towards community
 improvements, and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391,
 Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Rodney Lee Taylor

Mary Lou Tillitson, 68, passed away on October 20, 2020, at the Cedar 
Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas. She was born on October 29, 
1951, in Ransom, Kansas the daughter of Oliver and Jennie (Potter) 
Tillitson.

Mary Lou was an elementary school teacher at Saint Mary Catholic 
School, Garden City, Kansas, and the Ransom Grade School, Ransom. In her
 spare time, she spent many hours on the Big Creek Golf Course at 
WaKeeney.

Survivors include 4 brothers; Dave and wife, Kelle of WaKeeney, John 
of Ransom, Larry and wife, Darlene of Ransom, Bob and wife, Michelle of 
Arnold; and her sister, Ellen Burns of Ransom. She was preceded in death
 by her parents.

Graveside service will be on Saturday, October 24, 2020, 2:00 P.M., 
at the Ransom Cemetery, Ransom, Kansas. Friends may call at Fitzgerald 
Funeral Home, Ness City, Kansas, 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Friday, October 
23, 2020 with the family present from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Ransom VFW Post No. 7972.

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Village Care Center in Ness City, Kansas. She was born on October 29, 
1951, in Ransom, Kansas the daughter of Oliver and Jennie (Potter) 
Tillitson.Mary Lou was an elementary school teacher at Saint Mary Catholic 
School, Garden City, Kansas, and the Ransom Grade School, Ransom. In her
 spare time, she spent many hours on the Big Creek Golf Course at 
WaKeeney.Survivors include 4 brothers; Dave and wife, Kelle of WaKeeney, John 
of Ransom, Larry and wife, Darlene of Ransom, Bob and wife, Michelle of 
Arnold; and her sister, Ellen Burns of Ransom. She was preceded in death
 by her parents.Graveside service will be on Saturday, October 24, 2020, 2:00 P.M., 
at the Ransom Cemetery, Ransom, Kansas. Friends may call at Fitzgerald 
Funeral Home, Ness City, Kansas, 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. Friday, October 
23, 2020 with the family present from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.Memorial contributions may be given to the Ransom VFW Post No. 7972.

Mary Lou Tillitson

Paul F. Kaus, 60, of Salina, passed 
away Monday, October 19, 2020.  He was born in Hoxie, Kansas to 
Frederick J. and Helen (Zerr) Kaus on March 10, 1960.  He married 
Christine L. Pechanec on August 31, 1985 in Timken, Kansas.  He 
graduated from Golden Plains High School, Rexford, in 1978 and then 
received in his Associate of Science Radiologic Technology degree from 
Fort Hays State University in 1982.   


Paul had a wonderful sense of humor and a passionate love for 
animals.  He and his family raised all sorts of animals on a farm north 
of Salina. He was very proud to have had one of his llamas go to the 
petting zoo at Rolling Hills Zoo.  He loved fishing, gardening, and 
being adventurous outdoors. His hard work ethic was instilled in his 
children, he never missed one of their activities and was very proud of 
all their achievements.  His greatest accomplishments were being a 
husband, a dad, a grandpa and being able to play and read books to his 
grandchildren. 


Left to mourn his passing is his wife, Christine, of the home; 
children, Kaylene Bacon (Cody) of Minneapolis, Trenton Kaus (Haley), of 
Manhattan, and Tyler Kaus (Lenae), of Wichita; grandchildren, Mallorie, 
Rylan, Cordell, Canter, and Caroline; mother, Helen, of Colby, KS 
siblings, Michael Kaus, of Bison, KS, Dona Kulhanek (Shorty), of Colby, 
KS, Ron Kaus (Charlene), of Colby, KS, Susan Hillebrand (Gary), of 
Norton, KS, and Kenneth Kaus (Marion), of Fredericksburg, VA. 


He is preceded in death by his father, Frederick and sister in law, Lora Kaus. 


Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Ryan
 Mortuary with family present from 6 to 8 p.m.  A private family Rosary 
will begin at 10:15 a.m. immediately followed by a private family Mass 
of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2020 at St. 
Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church with Fr. Keith Weber as officiant.  
Interment will follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery, Salina, where 
everyone is welcome. 


Memorials may be made to Rolling Hills Zoo, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401. 


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away Monday, October 19, 2020. He was born in Hoxie, Kansas to 
Frederick J. and Helen (Zerr) Kaus on March 10, 1960. He married 
Christine L. Pechanec on August 31, 1985 in Timken, Kansas. He 
graduated from Golden Plains High School, Rexford, in 1978 and then 
received in his Associate of Science Radiologic Technology degree from 
Fort Hays State University in 1982. 
Paul had a wonderful sense of humor and a passionate love for 
animals. He and his family raised all sorts of animals on a farm north 
of Salina. He was very proud to have had one of his llamas go to the 
petting zoo at Rolling Hills Zoo. He loved fishing, gardening, and 
being adventurous outdoors. His hard work ethic was instilled in his 
children, he never missed one of their activities and was very proud of 
all their achievements. His greatest accomplishments were being a 
husband, a dad, a grandpa and being able to play and read books to his 
grandchildren. 
Left to mourn his passing is his wife, Christine, of the home; 
children, Kaylene Bacon (Cody) of Minneapolis, Trenton Kaus (Haley), of 
Manhattan, and Tyler Kaus (Lenae), of Wichita; grandchildren, Mallorie, 
Rylan, Cordell, Canter, and Caroline; mother, Helen, of Colby, KS 
siblings, Michael Kaus, of Bison, KS, Dona Kulhanek (Shorty), of Colby, 
KS, Ron Kaus (Charlene), of Colby, KS, Susan Hillebrand (Gary), of 
Norton, KS, and Kenneth Kaus (Marion), of Fredericksburg, VA. 
He is preceded in death by his father, Frederick and sister in law, Lora Kaus. 
Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Ryan
 Mortuary with family present from 6 to 8 p.m. A private family Rosary 
will begin at 10:15 a.m. immediately followed by a private family Mass 
of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2020 at St. 
Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church with Fr. Keith Weber as officiant. 
Interment will follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery, Salina, where 
everyone is welcome. 
Memorials may be made to Rolling Hills Zoo, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.

Paul F. Kaus

Betty Nadine (Simmelink) Schoen, age 99 years, 8 months, and 15 days,
 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Downs Care and 
Rehabilitation. Betty was born February 5, 1921, to George and Anna 
(Kuiken) Simmelink on a farm near Oak Creek School North of Downs.&nbsp;

Betty moved to a farm 9 miles North of Downs as a small child. She 
graduated from Oak Creek Grade School. On March 12, 1941, she married 
Meryl Emil Schoen of rural Cawker City. They celebrated 72 years of 
marriage. To this union Meryl and Betty were blessed with four surviving
 children. Meryl and Betty farmed in the Cawker City area until they 
retired off the farm in 1978. Upon retiring they moved to Downs. Betty 
was a member of the Irving Community Club and Red Hat Ladies Group. She 
was an active, life long member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Downs. 
She was baptized and confirmed on May 30, 1937. She was also an active 
member of the Ladies Aid at the church.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant daughter, her 
husband Meryl, sister Beverly Remus and grandson Kent Cordwell.&nbsp;

Survivors include children; Sheryl (Richard) Cordwell, Berryton, KS, 
Dennis (Brenda) Schoen Warsaw, MO, Bruce (Debbie) Schoen, Downs, KS, and
 Janet (Kyle) Tjelmeland, Pagosa Springs, CO. Ten grandchildren; Kim 
Bradford (fiancé Doug Klise) Berryton, Julie (Tom) Brush, Downs, Jeremy 
(Megan) Schoen, Olathe, Brady (Megan) Schoen, Downs, Barry (Sylvia) 
Schoen, Beloit, Brent (Kerry) Schoen, Downs, Keaton (Shayleen) 
Tjelmeland, Pagosa Springs, CO, Chase (Kelsie) Tjelmeland, Ovderland 
Park, Miranda Tjelmeland (fiancé Will Mevis) Pagosa Springs, CO, and 
Courtney (Derek) Pearson, Concordia. Twenty-six great grandchildren and 
two great great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 2-6 p.m. with family receiving friends from 
5-6 p.m. on Friday October 23rd at the Zion Lutheran Church, Downs. 
Funeral services will be Saturday, October 24th at 10:30 a.m. at the 
church. Interment will follow the service at South Oak Creek Cemetery, 
North of Downs. Masks and social distancing are encouraged. The service 
will be live streamed on the Zion Lutheran Church Facebook page for 
those unable to attend. Memorials may be made to Zion Lutheran Church 
and Downs Memorial Park.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Betty Nadine (Simmelink) Schoen, age 99 years, 8 months, and 15 days,
 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Downs Care and 
Rehabilitation. Betty was born February 5, 1921, to George and Anna 
(Kuiken) Simmelink on a farm near Oak Creek School North of Downs.&nbsp;Betty moved to a farm 9 miles North of Downs as a small child. She 
graduated from Oak Creek Grade School. On March 12, 1941, she married 
Meryl Emil Schoen of rural Cawker City. They celebrated 72 years of 
marriage. To this union Meryl and Betty were blessed with four surviving
 children. Meryl and Betty farmed in the Cawker City area until they 
retired off the farm in 1978. Upon retiring they moved to Downs. Betty 
was a member of the Irving Community Club and Red Hat Ladies Group. She 
was an active, life long member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Downs. 
She was baptized and confirmed on May 30, 1937. She was also an active 
member of the Ladies Aid at the church.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant daughter, her 
husband Meryl, sister Beverly Remus and grandson Kent Cordwell.&nbsp;Survivors include children; Sheryl (Richard) Cordwell, Berryton, KS, 
Dennis (Brenda) Schoen Warsaw, MO, Bruce (Debbie) Schoen, Downs, KS, and
 Janet (Kyle) Tjelmeland, Pagosa Springs, CO. Ten grandchildren; Kim 
Bradford (fiancé Doug Klise) Berryton, Julie (Tom) Brush, Downs, Jeremy 
(Megan) Schoen, Olathe, Brady (Megan) Schoen, Downs, Barry (Sylvia) 
Schoen, Beloit, Brent (Kerry) Schoen, Downs, Keaton (Shayleen) 
Tjelmeland, Pagosa Springs, CO, Chase (Kelsie) Tjelmeland, Ovderland 
Park, Miranda Tjelmeland (fiancé Will Mevis) Pagosa Springs, CO, and 
Courtney (Derek) Pearson, Concordia. Twenty-six great grandchildren and 
two great great grandchildren.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 2-6 p.m. with family receiving friends from 
5-6 p.m. on Friday October 23rd at the Zion Lutheran Church, Downs. 
Funeral services will be Saturday, October 24th at 10:30 a.m. at the 
church. Interment will follow the service at South Oak Creek Cemetery, 
North of Downs. Masks and social distancing are encouraged. The service 
will be live streamed on the Zion Lutheran Church Facebook page for 
those unable to attend. Memorials may be made to Zion Lutheran Church 
and Downs Memorial Park.&nbsp;

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