Norman Gene Pletcher was born to Marvin George Pletcher and Mona Evelyn 
Allen on April 21, 1934. He passed away on September 12 2020, at the age 
of 86 years, 4 months and 22 days. 


He was born and raised near Lebanon, Kansas. He married Charlotte 
Louise Figgins on April 17, 1955. In the Military they were stationed in
 California, Washington, and then back to Kansas. He was stationed in 
Alaska for 9 months in the Army. He was in the Army for 2 years. After 
returning to Kansas, he reunited with his wife, and also managed a Dairy
 bar Restaurant in Osborne, Kansas. They managed the restaurant for six 
months. Finally, they settled down on a farm south of Lebanon for 
several years.


They moved to Mankato, Kansas in 1962 where he had several 
occupations. He worked for the REA, Dubuque packing plant, saw mill and 
Merl Blew¹s welding shop. Norman was well-known as ³Stormin Norman² for 
his tree-trimming and removal business. Stormin Norman was a nickname 
from his National Guard colleagues. He was also in the Army National 
Guard for 18 years. In the National Guard he was deployed in Panama to 
work on the Panama Canal. In 1992, Norman and Charlotte moved back to 
Lebanon, Kansas to take care of his parents. Also, where Norman 
continued his tree-trimming and removal business.


Norman and Charlotte Pletcher moved to the Sun Porch Assisted Living in Smith Center, Kansas on June 15, 2020.


He had many hobbies throughout his life, making cement blocks, bee 
keeping, raising rabbits and chinchillas and his biodiesel manufacturing
 and raising large gardens. He would generously give away grown produce 
to the local neighborhood.


Those that celebrate his life are his wife, Charlotte Pletcher, 
Sister, Neta Joy Pletcher; children, Cheryl Jensen and husband (David 
Jensen); Colleen Girard and husband (Bob Girard); Lester Pletcher, Betty
 Corona and husband (Jose Corona). He has a total of eight 
grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and many other relatives.

Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Norman-Gene-Pletcher?obId=18314300#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Norman Gene Pletcher was born to Marvin George Pletcher and Mona Evelyn 
Allen on April 21, 1934. He passed away on September 12 2020, at the age 
of 86 years, 4 months and 22 days. 
He was born and raised near Lebanon, Kansas. He married Charlotte 
Louise Figgins on April 17, 1955. In the Military they were stationed in
 California, Washington, and then back to Kansas. He was stationed in 
Alaska for 9 months in the Army. He was in the Army for 2 years. After 
returning to Kansas, he reunited with his wife, and also managed a Dairy
 bar Restaurant in Osborne, Kansas. They managed the restaurant for six 
months. Finally, they settled down on a farm south of Lebanon for 
several years.
They moved to Mankato, Kansas in 1962 where he had several 
occupations. He worked for the REA, Dubuque packing plant, saw mill and 
Merl Blew¹s welding shop. Norman was well-known as ³Stormin Norman² for 
his tree-trimming and removal business. Stormin Norman was a nickname 
from his National Guard colleagues. He was also in the Army National 
Guard for 18 years. In the National Guard he was deployed in Panama to 
work on the Panama Canal. In 1992, Norman and Charlotte moved back to 
Lebanon, Kansas to take care of his parents. Also, where Norman 
continued his tree-trimming and removal business.
Norman and Charlotte Pletcher moved to the Sun Porch Assisted Living in Smith Center, Kansas on June 15, 2020.
He had many hobbies throughout his life, making cement blocks, bee 
keeping, raising rabbits and chinchillas and his biodiesel manufacturing
 and raising large gardens. He would generously give away grown produce 
to the local neighborhood.
Those that celebrate his life are his wife, Charlotte Pletcher, 
Sister, Neta Joy Pletcher; children, Cheryl Jensen and husband (David 
Jensen); Colleen Girard and husband (Bob Girard); Lester Pletcher, Betty
 Corona and husband (Jose Corona). He has a total of eight 
grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and many other relatives.Click <a href="https://www.simmons-rentschler.com/obituaries/Norman-Gene-Pletcher?obId=18314300#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Norman Gene Pletcher

On Thursday, September 10, 2020, Evan John Charles — son, grandson, brother and friend — passed on from this world.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Evan was born on March 8, 1990, in Salina, KS, to John and Mandy Charles. He was a 2008 graduate of Hays High School and attended Fort Hays State University, majoring in Media Studies.&nbsp;

Evan had many passions and loved his family and friends above all else. He enjoyed disc golf, playing basketball, road trips with dad, listening to music, watching sports (especially KSU football) and spending time with those he cared about.&nbsp;

He is survived by his parents John, Republic, KS; mother, Mandy (Troy Schroeder), Albert, KS; grandmothers, Jean Charles of Republic, KS and Fay Renner, Bull Shoals, AR; sister Hayley, Denver, CO; brother Hayes (Keri) and nieces Olwyn Fay and Melanie May, Coon Rapids, IA; Aunt Flo (Kevin) Graham, Yacolt, WA; uncles Joe Brian Renner (Laura), Bull Shoals, AR, and Stephen Renner, Springfield, MO; and cousins Hayden Graham and Healey Graham, Seattle, WA; Katie (Dimitri) Kricfalusi, Springfield, MO; Levi Renner, Springfield, MO, Dane Petersen (Jill Nienhiser), Kansas City, MO; and Christie (Sunny) Kairos and children Catie Eubank and Jackson Eubank, Portland, OR.

Evan was the type of person that others liked immediately; a kind human with the biggest heart. Once a part of his life, he would care for you always. He didn't know a stranger and could strike up an authentic conversation with anyone. His intelligence and dry sense of humor were both admired and appreciated. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Please join family and friends to remember Evan at West Frontier Park this Friday, September 18th&nbsp;at 2:00 pm.&nbsp;In line with Evan's laid-back nature, casual attire is welcome and encouraged, and the family expects masks to be worn and social distancing to be observed; please be responsible and respectful in doing so. Limited seating will be provided by the church, so please bring a lawn chair and/or blanket.

Attendees are invited to stay after to spend time together and share memories of Evan.&nbsp; The family requests donations be made to the City of Hays Parks Department, PO Box 490, Hays, KS 67601, to be allocated for the Frontier Park disc golf course, or to Kansas State Athletics, Bramlage Coliseum, 1800 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502, to establish a scholarship fund.

Memories and Condolences may be shared 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>. Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>On Thursday, September 10, 2020, Evan John Charles — son, grandson, brother and friend — passed on from this world.&nbsp;&nbsp;Evan was born on March 8, 1990, in Salina, KS, to John and Mandy Charles. He was a 2008 graduate of Hays High School and attended Fort Hays State University, majoring in Media Studies.&nbsp;Evan had many passions and loved his family and friends above all else. He enjoyed disc golf, playing basketball, road trips with dad, listening to music, watching sports (especially KSU football) and spending time with those he cared about.&nbsp;He is survived by his parents John, Republic, KS; mother, Mandy (Troy Schroeder), Albert, KS; grandmothers, Jean Charles of Republic, KS and Fay Renner, Bull Shoals, AR; sister Hayley, Denver, CO; brother Hayes (Keri) and nieces Olwyn Fay and Melanie May, Coon Rapids, IA; Aunt Flo (Kevin) Graham, Yacolt, WA; uncles Joe Brian Renner (Laura), Bull Shoals, AR, and Stephen Renner, Springfield, MO; and cousins Hayden Graham and Healey Graham, Seattle, WA; Katie (Dimitri) Kricfalusi, Springfield, MO; Levi Renner, Springfield, MO, Dane Petersen (Jill Nienhiser), Kansas City, MO; and Christie (Sunny) Kairos and children Catie Eubank and Jackson Eubank, Portland, OR.Evan was the type of person that others liked immediately; a kind human with the biggest heart. Once a part of his life, he would care for you always. He didn't know a stranger and could strike up an authentic conversation with anyone. His intelligence and dry sense of humor were both admired and appreciated. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.Please join family and friends to remember Evan at West Frontier Park this Friday, September 18th&nbsp;at 2:00 pm.&nbsp;In line with Evan's laid-back nature, casual attire is welcome and encouraged, and the family expects masks to be worn and social distancing to be observed; please be responsible and respectful in doing so. Limited seating will be provided by the church, so please bring a lawn chair and/or blanket.Attendees are invited to stay after to spend time together and share memories of Evan.&nbsp; The family requests donations be made to the City of Hays Parks Department, PO Box 490, Hays, KS 67601, to be allocated for the Frontier Park disc golf course, or to Kansas State Athletics, Bramlage Coliseum, 1800 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502, to establish a scholarship fund.Memories and Condolences may be shared 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>. Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Evan John Charles

Goodland, Kansas resident, Richard “Rastus” Wade Simon, 61, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, September 9, 2020.

Rich was born on August 6, 1959, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Ray Melvin and Marilyn Ann Simon.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; He became a child of God through baptism and confirmation at the St. John Lutheran Church in Alma Kansas. He attended Wabaunsee High School and graduated in 1977.&nbsp; He then went on and attended Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School.

He worked at McClure Plumbing for several years before going to work for the City of Goodland in 1989 where he worked for 30 years.&nbsp; He was promoted twice and was the Public Works Superintendent, and was scheduled to retire on September 11, 2020. &nbsp;

On September 22, 1998, he married Kody in Las Vegas.&nbsp; Over the years, they opened their home up to several foster kids and enjoyed fishing, hunting, football, collecting guns, and flying his powered parachute. He was very active member, and felt it was an honor to be a member of the local Kiwanis Club for many years.&nbsp; In March of 2018, he received the Kansas Rural Works Municipal Operator of the Year award.

Preceding him in death were his wife, Kody Simon, father Ray, brother Kurt Simon.&nbsp;

He was survived by his mother, Marilyn Simon, sister, Linda Conner, niece Emily Conner, great-niece Michalah Piotraschke and step-son Quennton and his wife Lyssa. He is also survived by numerous other nieces, nephews and many close friends. &nbsp;

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 14, 2020, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at 10:30 AM MT at the Goodland United Methodist Church with Pastor Robert Grimm officiating.

Private family inurnment will be held in Goodland and Alma cemeteries in Goodland and Alma, Kansas at a later date.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to the Richard Simon Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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

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

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 </figure>Goodland, Kansas resident, Richard “Rastus” Wade Simon, 61, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, September 9, 2020.Rich was born on August 6, 1959, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Ray Melvin and Marilyn Ann Simon.&nbsp; He was one of three children.&nbsp; He became a child of God through baptism and confirmation at the St. John Lutheran Church in Alma Kansas. He attended Wabaunsee High School and graduated in 1977.&nbsp; He then went on and attended Northwest Kansas Vocational Technical School.He worked at McClure Plumbing for several years before going to work for the City of Goodland in 1989 where he worked for 30 years.&nbsp; He was promoted twice and was the Public Works Superintendent, and was scheduled to retire on September 11, 2020. &nbsp;On September 22, 1998, he married Kody in Las Vegas.&nbsp; Over the years, they opened their home up to several foster kids and enjoyed fishing, hunting, football, collecting guns, and flying his powered parachute. He was very active member, and felt it was an honor to be a member of the local Kiwanis Club for many years.&nbsp; In March of 2018, he received the Kansas Rural Works Municipal Operator of the Year award.Preceding him in death were his wife, Kody Simon, father Ray, brother Kurt Simon.&nbsp;He was survived by his mother, Marilyn Simon, sister, Linda Conner, niece Emily Conner, great-niece Michalah Piotraschke and step-son Quennton and his wife Lyssa. He is also survived by numerous other nieces, nephews and many close friends. &nbsp;Visitation will be held on Monday, September 14, 2020, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at 10:30 AM MT at the Goodland United Methodist Church with Pastor Robert Grimm officiating.Private family inurnment will be held in Goodland and Alma cemeteries in Goodland and Alma, Kansas at a later date.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to the Richard Simon Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Funeral services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Richard 'Rastus' Wade Simon

Mary A. LeRoy passed away September 11, 2020.&nbsp; She was born July 8, 
1932, in rural Butler County near Towanda, Kansas, the daughter of 
Benoni and DeVesta (Kennedy) Smith.&nbsp; She married Louis A. LeRoy on 
November 26, 1950.

Mary was a homemaker, church secretary, and bookkeeper.&nbsp; She was a 
member of First Presbyterian Church of Great Bend, where she served 
terms as Deacon, Elder, and Clerk of Session; was active in the 
Presbyterian Women’s organization, serving as secretary; and was 
chairperson for the Prayer Tower.

She is survived by two sons: Jeffrey LeRoy, and Mark LeRoy (Lea Ann),
 both of Great Bend; one daughter: Shari Blase (Robert), of rural 
Hoisington; four grandchildren: Jacob Blase (Kaylee), Shannon (Blase) 
Elliott (Jeff), Douglas Blase (Lindsey), all of the Kansas City area, 
and Kyle LeRoy (Chelsy), of Larned; and eight great-grandchildren: 
Juliet and Natalie Blase; Samantha, Saoirse, and Arthur Elliott; Atlas 
Blase; and Calvin and Alyxandra LeRoy. She is also survived by her 
in-laws, Duane and JoAnn (LeRoy) Stoskopf, of Overland Park; and by many
 nephews and nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and grandson 
Garrett Blase; three sisters: Thelma Smith, Hazel Ratts, and Evelyn 
Morris; and four brothers: Boyd Smith, Bruce Smith, Frank Smith, and Ben
 Smith.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place, and a private graveside service will be 
held at a later date.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church, and to the Hospice
 at Hays Medical Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Mary A. LeRoy passed away September 11, 2020.&nbsp; She was born July 8, 
1932, in rural Butler County near Towanda, Kansas, the daughter of 
Benoni and DeVesta (Kennedy) Smith.&nbsp; She married Louis A. LeRoy on 
November 26, 1950.Mary was a homemaker, church secretary, and bookkeeper.&nbsp; She was a 
member of First Presbyterian Church of Great Bend, where she served 
terms as Deacon, Elder, and Clerk of Session; was active in the 
Presbyterian Women’s organization, serving as secretary; and was 
chairperson for the Prayer Tower.She is survived by two sons: Jeffrey LeRoy, and Mark LeRoy (Lea Ann),
 both of Great Bend; one daughter: Shari Blase (Robert), of rural 
Hoisington; four grandchildren: Jacob Blase (Kaylee), Shannon (Blase) 
Elliott (Jeff), Douglas Blase (Lindsey), all of the Kansas City area, 
and Kyle LeRoy (Chelsy), of Larned; and eight great-grandchildren: 
Juliet and Natalie Blase; Samantha, Saoirse, and Arthur Elliott; Atlas 
Blase; and Calvin and Alyxandra LeRoy. She is also survived by her 
in-laws, Duane and JoAnn (LeRoy) Stoskopf, of Overland Park; and by many
 nephews and nieces.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and grandson 
Garrett Blase; three sisters: Thelma Smith, Hazel Ratts, and Evelyn 
Morris; and four brothers: Boyd Smith, Bruce Smith, Frank Smith, and Ben
 Smith.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place, and a private graveside service will be 
held at a later date.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 
Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church, and to the Hospice
 at Hays Medical Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Mary A. LeRoy

Ray Schreiner, age 88, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at Trego CountyLemke Memorial Hospital Long Term Care. He was born January 13, 1932 to John and Beata (Knoll)Schreiner in St. Peter, KS. 

As a farmer and rancher, Ray loved his Charolais cattle. He enjoyed fishing and visiting with his friendsand family. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a lifelong Catholic. Ray was a beloveduncle to his many nieces and nephews and will be dearly missed.

Ray is survived by his brother Walter (Genevieve) Schreiner of Topeka, KS; nephews Richard A.Schreiner, John Webb, John Schreiner, Alvin Schreiner, Walt M. Schreiner, and Don Schreiner; niecesDeanne Level, Terri Budzyna, Nanette Woodall, Patricia Albin, Cindy Werth, and Carol Luetters.

Ray was preceded in death by both parents; brothers Richard Schreiner and Michael Schreiner; sisterMary Webb; nephews Bernard Schreiner, Robert Webb, Ron Schreiner, and Daniel Schreiner; niecesIrene Jackson, Viola Zimmerman, and Theresa Schwartz.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Friday, September 18, 2020 at St. Michael Catholic Church,Collyer with Father Charlie Steier as celebrant. There will be a rosary 30 minutes prior to mass. Burialwill take place immediately following at St. Anthony Cemetery in St. Peter.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to Masses and Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital Long TermCare. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12 th St, WaKeeney, KS, 67672.

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 </figure>Ray Schreiner, age 88, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at Trego CountyLemke Memorial Hospital Long Term Care. He was born January 13, 1932 to John and Beata (Knoll)Schreiner in St. Peter, KS. As a farmer and rancher, Ray loved his Charolais cattle. He enjoyed fishing and visiting with his friendsand family. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a lifelong Catholic. Ray was a beloveduncle to his many nieces and nephews and will be dearly missed.Ray is survived by his brother Walter (Genevieve) Schreiner of Topeka, KS; nephews Richard A.Schreiner, John Webb, John Schreiner, Alvin Schreiner, Walt M. Schreiner, and Don Schreiner; niecesDeanne Level, Terri Budzyna, Nanette Woodall, Patricia Albin, Cindy Werth, and Carol Luetters.Ray was preceded in death by both parents; brothers Richard Schreiner and Michael Schreiner; sisterMary Webb; nephews Bernard Schreiner, Robert Webb, Ron Schreiner, and Daniel Schreiner; niecesIrene Jackson, Viola Zimmerman, and Theresa Schwartz.A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Friday, September 18, 2020 at St. Michael Catholic Church,Collyer with Father Charlie Steier as celebrant. There will be a rosary 30 minutes prior to mass. Burialwill take place immediately following at St. Anthony Cemetery in St. Peter.&nbsp;Memorial contributions are suggested to Masses and Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital Long TermCare. Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N 12 th St, WaKeeney, KS, 67672.

Ray Schreiner

Clayton H. Campbell, 90, died at his home in Hill City, Kansas, Monday, 
September 7, 2020. He was born March 14, 1930 in Minneapolis, Kansas to 
Leo Morton and Mary Lou (Constable) Campbell. He was raised in   
Minneapolis, attending grade and high school there. Following high 
school graduation, Clayton went to Bethany College in Lindsborg where he
 played football. When he was no longer able to play football because of
 an injury, he quit college and worked for a Lindsborg area farmer. In 
1951 he joined the United States Army, was stationed in Korea, and 
earned the Korean Service Medal.


After the war Clayton worked as a concrete truck driver for a 
construction company. He soon moved to Hill City where he helped with 
the building of Dawson Place. Clayton met Betty Scott and they were 
married December 24, 1962, in Hill City. A change in jobs found him 
employed by Pfeifer Well Service until they closed their operation. He 
finished his work years with Murfin Well Service retiring in 2000 at the
 age of 70. 


Through the years Clayton and Betty kept busy working and raising 
their family. When he found spare time on his hands, he enjoyed fishing.
 However, most of all, he loved spending time with his family, 
especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. 


Preceding Clayton in death were his parents, his wife Betty 
(September 3, 2012) and two brothers-in-law:  Leo and Jerry.  Survivors 
left to cherish his memory are his sons:  Bobby Nix, Jr., Hays and 
Curtis Campbell and his wife Suzanne, Derby; his daughter Tammy 
Richmeier, Hill City; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and 
seven great grandchildren. Clayton will be greatly missed and lovingly 
remembered.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Clayton-H-Campbell?obId=18256992#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Clayton H. Campbell, 90, died at his home in Hill City, Kansas, Monday, 
September 7, 2020. He was born March 14, 1930 in Minneapolis, Kansas to 
Leo Morton and Mary Lou (Constable) Campbell. He was raised in 
Minneapolis, attending grade and high school there. Following high 
school graduation, Clayton went to Bethany College in Lindsborg where he
 played football. When he was no longer able to play football because of
 an injury, he quit college and worked for a Lindsborg area farmer. In 
1951 he joined the United States Army, was stationed in Korea, and 
earned the Korean Service Medal.
After the war Clayton worked as a concrete truck driver for a 
construction company. He soon moved to Hill City where he helped with 
the building of Dawson Place. Clayton met Betty Scott and they were 
married December 24, 1962, in Hill City. A change in jobs found him 
employed by Pfeifer Well Service until they closed their operation. He 
finished his work years with Murfin Well Service retiring in 2000 at the
 age of 70. 
Through the years Clayton and Betty kept busy working and raising 
their family. When he found spare time on his hands, he enjoyed fishing.
 However, most of all, he loved spending time with his family, 
especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. 
Preceding Clayton in death were his parents, his wife Betty 
(September 3, 2012) and two brothers-in-law: Leo and Jerry. Survivors 
left to cherish his memory are his sons: Bobby Nix, Jr., Hays and 
Curtis Campbell and his wife Suzanne, Derby; his daughter Tammy 
Richmeier, Hill City; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and 
seven great grandchildren. Clayton will be greatly missed and lovingly 
remembered.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Clayton-H-Campbell?obId=18256992#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Clayton H. Campbell

Gerald F. “Jerry” Ruder was called to his heavenly home on Friday, 
September 11, 2020, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, at 
the age of 83. 

Jerry was born to Leo and Bridget (Bieker) Ruder on 
December 6, 1936, in rural Rooks County. He was united in marriage to 
Sonja (Grieve) Ruder on December 28, 1960, and was blessed with two 
daughters: Jacqueline and Bridget.


Jerry grew up in Rooks County where he attended Plainville High 
School and graduated with the class of 1954. Following high school he 
attended Seminary School briefly before he returned home in 1958 to tend
 to his family’s farm after his father suffered a heart attack. His 
father Leo was a man of many talents and some could say Jerry molded to a
 figure much like him. Jerry was well known for his expertise in wheat 
farming, his ambitious drive, working to the best of his abilities, 
humble intelligence, and firm faith in the Lord. Jerry was very active 
in the church for many years. He also spent many years farming and 
working at grain elevators for the Co-op and later Midland Marketing 
until he was forced to retire due to declining health. Even in 
retirement his will to keep pushing through the days with grace was 
evident to the people he was around. Jerry kept going and loved to 
travel. Weekends were for small trips around Kansas, whether it was to 
shop, explore wildlife, or enjoy the back roads; it was for getting out 
of the house and spending time with family and ending a good Saturday by
 dressing up in his church attire to attend mass to praise Jesus. After 
harvest he would take his family on a vacation, many of those trips to 
Colorado, to get away and unwind after all the long days spent working 
the grain elevator, helping others to bring in the fruits of their 
labor.


If Jerry wasn’t busy working on grain elevators, tending the land, 
playing pitch, traveling somewhere to eat, or eating - you could find 
him kicked back in a recliner with a cat, watching some sort of sporting
 event. He loved all sports, didn’t matter what it was, if he was 
watching TV, there was sports on. His favorite teams were the Kansas 
City Chiefs, Royals, and K-State. He had a competitive nature and a work
 ethic to back it. In high school Jerry may not have been the biggest 
guy on the football field, but that perseverance to be better earned him
 several varsity letterings and praise from his peers. That competitive 
drive was carried beyond high school to all facets of his life, 
including eating! He loved to eat, find new places to eat, and have 
competitions of who could eat the most between family members.


A few paragraphs could never fully justify the life of a holy, 
hardworking, kind-hearted, family man. The memories and stories that 
will be told will keep that tender and kindred spirit alive and be a 
testament to a life centered around faith, family, and love.


Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Bridget Ruder; and brothers, Alfred, Walter, and Melvin Ruder.


Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sonja Ruder of Hays, KS; 
his daughters, Jacqueline (Ron) Leikam of Hays, KS and Bridget (Don) 
Cersovsky of Amarillo, TX; nieces and nephews, and other brothers and 
sisters of Christ.


A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 
2020 at 10:30AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. 
Visitation will be on Tuesday 2:00 PM until 4:30 PM at the funeral home 
in Plainville and will be moved to the church from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A
 Parish Vigil and Knights of Columbus Rosary will begin at 7:00 PM. If 
attending, masks are encouraged.


Memorials suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart 
Catholic School, Knights of Columbus, or Masses and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, KS 67663.

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 </figure>Gerald F. “Jerry” Ruder was called to his heavenly home on Friday, 
September 11, 2020, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, at 
the age of 83. Jerry was born to Leo and Bridget (Bieker) Ruder on 
December 6, 1936, in rural Rooks County. He was united in marriage to 
Sonja (Grieve) Ruder on December 28, 1960, and was blessed with two 
daughters: Jacqueline and Bridget.
Jerry grew up in Rooks County where he attended Plainville High 
School and graduated with the class of 1954. Following high school he 
attended Seminary School briefly before he returned home in 1958 to tend
 to his family’s farm after his father suffered a heart attack. His 
father Leo was a man of many talents and some could say Jerry molded to a
 figure much like him. Jerry was well known for his expertise in wheat 
farming, his ambitious drive, working to the best of his abilities, 
humble intelligence, and firm faith in the Lord. Jerry was very active 
in the church for many years. He also spent many years farming and 
working at grain elevators for the Co-op and later Midland Marketing 
until he was forced to retire due to declining health. Even in 
retirement his will to keep pushing through the days with grace was 
evident to the people he was around. Jerry kept going and loved to 
travel. Weekends were for small trips around Kansas, whether it was to 
shop, explore wildlife, or enjoy the back roads; it was for getting out 
of the house and spending time with family and ending a good Saturday by
 dressing up in his church attire to attend mass to praise Jesus. After 
harvest he would take his family on a vacation, many of those trips to 
Colorado, to get away and unwind after all the long days spent working 
the grain elevator, helping others to bring in the fruits of their 
labor.
If Jerry wasn’t busy working on grain elevators, tending the land, 
playing pitch, traveling somewhere to eat, or eating - you could find 
him kicked back in a recliner with a cat, watching some sort of sporting
 event. He loved all sports, didn’t matter what it was, if he was 
watching TV, there was sports on. His favorite teams were the Kansas 
City Chiefs, Royals, and K-State. He had a competitive nature and a work
 ethic to back it. In high school Jerry may not have been the biggest 
guy on the football field, but that perseverance to be better earned him
 several varsity letterings and praise from his peers. That competitive 
drive was carried beyond high school to all facets of his life, 
including eating! He loved to eat, find new places to eat, and have 
competitions of who could eat the most between family members.
A few paragraphs could never fully justify the life of a holy, 
hardworking, kind-hearted, family man. The memories and stories that 
will be told will keep that tender and kindred spirit alive and be a 
testament to a life centered around faith, family, and love.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Bridget Ruder; and brothers, Alfred, Walter, and Melvin Ruder.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sonja Ruder of Hays, KS; 
his daughters, Jacqueline (Ron) Leikam of Hays, KS and Bridget (Don) 
Cersovsky of Amarillo, TX; nieces and nephews, and other brothers and 
sisters of Christ.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 
2020 at 10:30AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Plainville. 
Visitation will be on Tuesday 2:00 PM until 4:30 PM at the funeral home 
in Plainville and will be moved to the church from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A
 Parish Vigil and Knights of Columbus Rosary will begin at 7:00 PM. If 
attending, masks are encouraged.
Memorials suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart 
Catholic School, Knights of Columbus, or Masses and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, KS 67663.

Gerald F. 'Jerry' Ruder

Patricia “Pat” Louise (Blass) Weidenhaft, 66, passed away on September 
12, 2020, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS, from a courageous 
battle with cancer. Pat was born on September 26, 1953 in Beloit, KS, 
the daughter of James Donald and Lois Ann (Claycamp) Blass. She grew up 
in the Beloit area and attended school in Beloit where she graduated in 
1971 from Beloit High School. Pat married the love of her life, Joe 
Weidenhaft, on July 24, 1971, at the tender age of 17 in Beloit.  They 
were blessed with three children: Brandon, Jana, and Kelli.


Pat had a 27-year career working for the United States Postal 
Service and retired as the Postmaster of the Agra, KS post office after 
spending many years at the post office in Plainville, KS. She enjoyed 
reading, camping, and spending time with her family. Pat attended ALL 
her kids’ and grandkids’ activities. Being a life-long coach’s wife, she
 wasn’t afraid to let an official know when they missed a traveling 
call. She became even more spirited when attending her grandkids’ 
activities!


Pat is survived by her husband of 49 years, Joe Weidenhaft of 
Stockton; mother, Lois Blass of Beloit; son, Brandon Weidenhaft and wife
 Julie of Hays; daughters, Jana Griffin and husband Ryan and Kelli 
Cockrell and husband Brian, all of Stockton; six grandchildren, Taylor 
Weidenhaft, Shaelyn and Noah Griffin, and Joseph, Judsten, and Jake 
Cockrell; sisters, Terry (Dan) Mulder of Rural Phillipsburg, KS, Brenda 
(Jim) Tietjens of Glen Elder, KS, Barb (Bob) Broughton of Las Vegas; and
 brothers, Mike (Chris) Blass of Beloit, Joe and Von Blass of Santee CA,
 and George Blass of Beloit; and many nieces and nephews.


She was preceded in death by her father, James “Jim” Blass and in-laws Bill and Phyllis Weidenhaft.


A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Celebration 
Community Church in Hays on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. 
Inurnment will be at the Glenwood Cemetery in Glen Elder, KS at 3:00 
p.m.. There will be no visitation.


Memorials are suggested to Stockton Public Library, Plainville 
Library, or Nova Theatre and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Patricia “Pat” Louise (Blass) Weidenhaft, 66, passed away on September 
12, 2020, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS, from a courageous 
battle with cancer. Pat was born on September 26, 1953 in Beloit, KS, 
the daughter of James Donald and Lois Ann (Claycamp) Blass. She grew up 
in the Beloit area and attended school in Beloit where she graduated in 
1971 from Beloit High School. Pat married the love of her life, Joe 
Weidenhaft, on July 24, 1971, at the tender age of 17 in Beloit. They 
were blessed with three children: Brandon, Jana, and Kelli.
Pat had a 27-year career working for the United States Postal 
Service and retired as the Postmaster of the Agra, KS post office after 
spending many years at the post office in Plainville, KS. She enjoyed 
reading, camping, and spending time with her family. Pat attended ALL 
her kids’ and grandkids’ activities. Being a life-long coach’s wife, she
 wasn’t afraid to let an official know when they missed a traveling 
call. She became even more spirited when attending her grandkids’ 
activities!
Pat is survived by her husband of 49 years, Joe Weidenhaft of 
Stockton; mother, Lois Blass of Beloit; son, Brandon Weidenhaft and wife
 Julie of Hays; daughters, Jana Griffin and husband Ryan and Kelli 
Cockrell and husband Brian, all of Stockton; six grandchildren, Taylor 
Weidenhaft, Shaelyn and Noah Griffin, and Joseph, Judsten, and Jake 
Cockrell; sisters, Terry (Dan) Mulder of Rural Phillipsburg, KS, Brenda 
(Jim) Tietjens of Glen Elder, KS, Barb (Bob) Broughton of Las Vegas; and
 brothers, Mike (Chris) Blass of Beloit, Joe and Von Blass of Santee CA,
 and George Blass of Beloit; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, James “Jim” Blass and in-laws Bill and Phyllis Weidenhaft.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Celebration 
Community Church in Hays on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. 
Inurnment will be at the Glenwood Cemetery in Glen Elder, KS at 3:00 
p.m.. There will be no visitation.
Memorials are suggested to Stockton Public Library, Plainville 
Library, or Nova Theatre and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Patricia 'Pat' Louise Weidenhaft

Terry Lee Schissler, 73, of Atwood, Kansas, passed away on Monday 
September 7th 2020 in Seffner, Florida. Terry was born in Oberlin, 
Kansas to Clifford Schissler and Blanche Schissler (Simpson) on March 
26th, 1947.


He went to school in Atwood Kansas prior to entering the military. He 
was a veteran of Vietnam and served in the Navy primarily on River 
Patrol Boats (PBR 104). He was awarded Combat action ribbon, National 
defense service medal, Republic of Vietnam campaign medal with device, 
Vietnam service medal with one bronze star, and Navy unit commendation 
with combat V.


After the military he went home to Atwood to help work in Schissler’s 
Body Shop that his father owned. Later moved to Davenport, Iowa to go to
 Chiropractic School. He worked as a machinist at Case then also worked 
as a well-rounded carpenter in several construction projects. In the 
early 80’s he moved to Florida selling insurance. He spent the rest of 
his career as a Kitchen Designer at Home Depot. While at Home Depot he 
was one of a handful selected to go to the Olympics while working there.
 He invited his brother Lee to join him for this historic event.


He loved riding motorcycles, hunting, and fishing. He spent the majority
 of his early years hunting and fishing. He regularly told stories of 
how he used to go out as a kid to hunt and fish to bring food back home.
 Terry had ordered his first shotgun on his own, without his parents 
knowledge when he was 12. Wow, times have changed.


Upon moving to Florida, he took up his hobby of surf fishing that he 
continued to do up until he was unable to. He struggled at first, as the
 regulars would never let him know what they were using for bait. He 
continued to follow his passion and became a master surf fisherman. Most
 people would always remember the fish fry’s he used to throw. Whether 
he was actually feeding you delicious pompano or messing with you and 
feeding you catfish, most couldn’t tell. If you ever told him you would 
never eat something; he would sneak it in just to get one over on you.


Terry has always had motorcycles through the years, but it wasn’t till 
the last 20 years it became a way of life for him. From getting his 
sportster in early 2000, to getting that beautiful blue Softail Deuce in
 ’02. Everyone knew him by his one of a kind Harleys. Terry, Craig, and 
Billy (The Three Amigos) rode all over Florida going to bike nights, 
rallies, and basically raising hell. The party never started till they 
showed up. Terry loved spending time with his children and making people
 smile and laugh by telling his jokes and stories. For anyone that spent
 any length of time around him, you probably walked right into at least 
one of his jokes.


Terry had battled cancer later in life and was able to enjoy many years 
of retirement. Near the end, he battled with other medical conditions 
relating to his military service, but rarely let that get his spirit 
down. He remained a prankster and joker till his peaceful end. Terry is 
preceded in death by Clifford Schissler (father), Blanche Schissler 
(mother), and Janice Kogl Schissler (Sister).  Terry is survived by Son,
 Kyle Schissler (April). Son, Daniel Schissler (Ashley), Son, Matthew 
Schissler (Alana), Daughter, Kara Imbriani, Brother, Lee Schissler 
(Jackie), and 5 grandchildren. Austin Schissler, Mya Schissler, Masen 
Schissler, L.J. Collins, &amp; Jamison Collins.


Terry will be laid to rest next to his parents in his hometown of 
Atwood, Kansas, at a later date. The family of Terry Schissler wishes to
 extend our sincere thanks to everyone that kept in touch with him over 
the years. He was great at starting a conversation with strangers and 
immediately making a memorable impression. He was a talker and loved to 
visit with people.
                            

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 </figure>Terry Lee Schissler, 73, of Atwood, Kansas, passed away on Monday 
September 7th 2020 in Seffner, Florida. Terry was born in Oberlin, 
Kansas to Clifford Schissler and Blanche Schissler (Simpson) on March 
26th, 1947.
He went to school in Atwood Kansas prior to entering the military. He 
was a veteran of Vietnam and served in the Navy primarily on River 
Patrol Boats (PBR 104). He was awarded Combat action ribbon, National 
defense service medal, Republic of Vietnam campaign medal with device, 
Vietnam service medal with one bronze star, and Navy unit commendation 
with combat V.
After the military he went home to Atwood to help work in Schissler’s 
Body Shop that his father owned. Later moved to Davenport, Iowa to go to
 Chiropractic School. He worked as a machinist at Case then also worked 
as a well-rounded carpenter in several construction projects. In the 
early 80’s he moved to Florida selling insurance. He spent the rest of 
his career as a Kitchen Designer at Home Depot. While at Home Depot he 
was one of a handful selected to go to the Olympics while working there.
 He invited his brother Lee to join him for this historic event.
He loved riding motorcycles, hunting, and fishing. He spent the majority
 of his early years hunting and fishing. He regularly told stories of 
how he used to go out as a kid to hunt and fish to bring food back home.
 Terry had ordered his first shotgun on his own, without his parents 
knowledge when he was 12. Wow, times have changed.
Upon moving to Florida, he took up his hobby of surf fishing that he 
continued to do up until he was unable to. He struggled at first, as the
 regulars would never let him know what they were using for bait. He 
continued to follow his passion and became a master surf fisherman. Most
 people would always remember the fish fry’s he used to throw. Whether 
he was actually feeding you delicious pompano or messing with you and 
feeding you catfish, most couldn’t tell. If you ever told him you would 
never eat something; he would sneak it in just to get one over on you.
Terry has always had motorcycles through the years, but it wasn’t till 
the last 20 years it became a way of life for him. From getting his 
sportster in early 2000, to getting that beautiful blue Softail Deuce in
 ’02. Everyone knew him by his one of a kind Harleys. Terry, Craig, and 
Billy (The Three Amigos) rode all over Florida going to bike nights, 
rallies, and basically raising hell. The party never started till they 
showed up. Terry loved spending time with his children and making people
 smile and laugh by telling his jokes and stories. For anyone that spent
 any length of time around him, you probably walked right into at least 
one of his jokes.
Terry had battled cancer later in life and was able to enjoy many years 
of retirement. Near the end, he battled with other medical conditions 
relating to his military service, but rarely let that get his spirit 
down. He remained a prankster and joker till his peaceful end. Terry is 
preceded in death by Clifford Schissler (father), Blanche Schissler 
(mother), and Janice Kogl Schissler (Sister). Terry is survived by Son,
 Kyle Schissler (April). Son, Daniel Schissler (Ashley), Son, Matthew 
Schissler (Alana), Daughter, Kara Imbriani, Brother, Lee Schissler 
(Jackie), and 5 grandchildren. Austin Schissler, Mya Schissler, Masen 
Schissler, L.J. Collins, &amp; Jamison Collins.
Terry will be laid to rest next to his parents in his hometown of 
Atwood, Kansas, at a later date. The family of Terry Schissler wishes to
 extend our sincere thanks to everyone that kept in touch with him over 
the years. He was great at starting a conversation with strangers and 
immediately making a memorable impression. He was a talker and loved to 
visit with people.

Terry Lee Schissler

Arthur Madden, age 66, of Sabetha, Kansas, formerly of Hays, passed away September 6, 2020, in Sabetha.

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

Arthur Madden, age 66, of Sabetha, Kansas, formerly of Hays, passed away September 6, 2020, in Sabetha.Funeral arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Arthur Madden

Marjorie Lynn Malara-Mueller, age 71, of Hays, Kansas, died Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 11, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York to Elia J. and Marjorie (George) Malara.&nbsp; She married Franklin&nbsp; Mueller in 1967.

She was a Physician’s Assistant for a number of years and an elementary educator in New York.&nbsp; She grew up in Brooklyn, was a 1967 graduate of Bay Ridge High School, and attended Pace University in Manhattan, New York.&nbsp; She and her husband lived in&nbsp; Port Richey, Florida for a few years and they moved to Hays in 2001. &nbsp;

She was Past President of The Friends of the Hays Public Library, she participated in the Prairie Garden Club, the Herb Study Guild and Masters Gardeners.&nbsp; She enjoyed her friends, family, her pets, one chorkie and two puggles.

Survivors include her husband, Franklin Mueller, of the home; one daughter, Sandra Mueller-Aldrich, Hays; KS; one brother, Gerald Malara, Hays, KS; one sister-in-law, Kathleen Malara, New Jersey; two granddaughters, Briana Aldrich, Wichita, KS; Alex Aldrich, Hays, KS; seven nephews and nieces; four grandnephews and grandnieces; and a former son-in-law, Troy Aldrich, LaCrosse, KS.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Elia George Malara and Charlie Malara.&nbsp;

A private memorial service will be held at a later date due to the COVID-19 restrictions.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be at St. John’s Cemetery in Middle Village, New York.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to The Friends of the Hays Public Library in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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>

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 </figure>Marjorie Lynn Malara-Mueller, age 71, of Hays, Kansas, died Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born August 11, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York to Elia J. and Marjorie (George) Malara.&nbsp; She married Franklin&nbsp; Mueller in 1967.She was a Physician’s Assistant for a number of years and an elementary educator in New York.&nbsp; She grew up in Brooklyn, was a 1967 graduate of Bay Ridge High School, and attended Pace University in Manhattan, New York.&nbsp; She and her husband lived in&nbsp; Port Richey, Florida for a few years and they moved to Hays in 2001. &nbsp;She was Past President of The Friends of the Hays Public Library, she participated in the Prairie Garden Club, the Herb Study Guild and Masters Gardeners.&nbsp; She enjoyed her friends, family, her pets, one chorkie and two puggles.Survivors include her husband, Franklin Mueller, of the home; one daughter, Sandra Mueller-Aldrich, Hays; KS; one brother, Gerald Malara, Hays, KS; one sister-in-law, Kathleen Malara, New Jersey; two granddaughters, Briana Aldrich, Wichita, KS; Alex Aldrich, Hays, KS; seven nephews and nieces; four grandnephews and grandnieces; and a former son-in-law, Troy Aldrich, LaCrosse, KS.She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Elia George Malara and Charlie Malara.&nbsp;A private memorial service will be held at a later date due to the COVID-19 restrictions.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be at St. John’s Cemetery in Middle Village, New York.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to The Friends of the Hays Public Library in care of the mortuary.&nbsp; &nbsp;Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.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>

Marjorie Lynn Malara-Mueller

Muriel Walters, age 75, of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away Sept. 7, 2020 in Las Vegas.

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

Muriel Walters, age 75, of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away Sept. 7, 2020 in Las Vegas.Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Muriel Walters

Janet Ruth Neighbors, 95, passed away September 10, 2020, at Great 
Bend Health &amp; Rehab. She was born on February 3, 1925, at Waco, 
Texas, to Paul &amp; Blanche Holland. She married Ervin Melvin Neighbors
 on September 25, 1950, at Great Bend.&nbsp; He died July 24, 2010.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Janet was a member of the Eagles 
Lodge, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and the V.F.W. Auxiliary. She 
enjoyed bowling and was a long time devoted Wal-Mart employee.

Surviving are four daughters, including, Sheila Smith of Great Bend, 
Sherrie Holmes of Winfield, and Tamra Downs and husband Robert of 
Augusta; many grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ervin Neighbors; and a 
daughter, Rickie Kay Weighous.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, September 14, 2020, at 
Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend, with Pastor Aaron Withrow 
presiding. Memorials are suggested to the Donor’s Choice, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Janet Ruth Neighbors, 95, passed away September 10, 2020, at Great 
Bend Health &amp; Rehab. She was born on February 3, 1925, at Waco, 
Texas, to Paul &amp; Blanche Holland. She married Ervin Melvin Neighbors
 on September 25, 1950, at Great Bend.&nbsp; He died July 24, 2010.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Janet was a member of the Eagles 
Lodge, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and the V.F.W. Auxiliary. She 
enjoyed bowling and was a long time devoted Wal-Mart employee.Surviving are four daughters, including, Sheila Smith of Great Bend, 
Sherrie Holmes of Winfield, and Tamra Downs and husband Robert of 
Augusta; many grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ervin Neighbors; and a 
daughter, Rickie Kay Weighous.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, September 14, 2020, at 
Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend, with Pastor Aaron Withrow 
presiding. Memorials are suggested to the Donor’s Choice, in care of 
Bryant Funeral Home.

Janet Ruth Neighbors

Larry James Buczinski, 72, passed away September 10, 2020, at Rolling
 Hills Health &amp; Rehab, Wichita. He was born on September 30, 1947, 
at Wichita, to Lawrence &amp; June (Smith) Buczinski. He married Marilyn
 Kay Soeken on January 10, 1971, at Claflin. She survives.

A lifetime Barton county resident, Larry lived in Great Bend. He was a
 police officer for several years in both Great Bend and Ellinwood and 
an EMT in Ellinwood. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Great
 Bend, American Legion Post #180, the American Legion Riders and the 
Lions Club. He was a United States Army veteran, serving two tours in 
Vietnam and one tour in Germany and Kosovo. He was a family man and many
 considered him a Jack of all trades, as he especially enjoyed helping 
others.

Survivors include, his wife, Marilyn Buczinski of the home; a son, 
John Buczinski and wife Maranda of Emporia; a daughter, Jessica Runnels 
and husband Paul of Larned; a brother, Daniel Buczinski and wife Diana 
of Goddard; three sisters, Diana Rightmire and husband Warren, and 
Geneva Spotz, all of Kansas City, Mo., and Mary Richardson of Wichita; 
thirteen grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in
 death by his parents; a brother, Charles Buczinski; and a sister, 
Christina Gonzalez.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 
16, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, 
September 17, 2020, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, with 
Pastor Jon Brudvig presiding. Interment will be in the Claflin Cemetery 
with Military Rites conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard and the 
American Legion Riders. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran 
Church or the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Larry James Buczinski, 72, passed away September 10, 2020, at Rolling
 Hills Health &amp; Rehab, Wichita. He was born on September 30, 1947, 
at Wichita, to Lawrence &amp; June (Smith) Buczinski. He married Marilyn
 Kay Soeken on January 10, 1971, at Claflin. She survives.A lifetime Barton county resident, Larry lived in Great Bend. He was a
 police officer for several years in both Great Bend and Ellinwood and 
an EMT in Ellinwood. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Great
 Bend, American Legion Post #180, the American Legion Riders and the 
Lions Club. He was a United States Army veteran, serving two tours in 
Vietnam and one tour in Germany and Kosovo. He was a family man and many
 considered him a Jack of all trades, as he especially enjoyed helping 
others.Survivors include, his wife, Marilyn Buczinski of the home; a son, 
John Buczinski and wife Maranda of Emporia; a daughter, Jessica Runnels 
and husband Paul of Larned; a brother, Daniel Buczinski and wife Diana 
of Goddard; three sisters, Diana Rightmire and husband Warren, and 
Geneva Spotz, all of Kansas City, Mo., and Mary Richardson of Wichita; 
thirteen grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in
 death by his parents; a brother, Charles Buczinski; and a sister, 
Christina Gonzalez.Visitation will be held from Noon to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 
16, 2020, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, 
September 17, 2020, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great Bend, with 
Pastor Jon Brudvig presiding. Interment will be in the Claflin Cemetery 
with Military Rites conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard and the 
American Legion Riders. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran 
Church or the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Larry James Buczinski

WICHITA — John Byers O'Loughlin, 88, died Tuesday, September 8, 2020. 

Rosary will be at 6:30 pm, Thursday, September 17, 2020; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Friday, September 18, 2020, both at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. 

Private Family Inurnment will be in the O’Loughlin family plot at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Hays, KS. 

Memorials have been established with: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1321 Stratford Ln., Wichita, KS 67206; or John O’Loughlin Memorial c/o Wichita State University Foundation, 1845 N. Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67260-0002. Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey East Mortuary. 

Share tributes online at: <a href="http://www.dlwichita.com">www.dlwichita.com</a>

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 </figure>WICHITA — John Byers O'Loughlin, 88, died Tuesday, September 8, 2020. Rosary will be at 6:30 pm, Thursday, September 17, 2020; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Friday, September 18, 2020, both at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Private Family Inurnment will be in the O’Loughlin family plot at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Hays, KS. Memorials have been established with: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1321 Stratford Ln., Wichita, KS 67206; or John O’Loughlin Memorial c/o Wichita State University Foundation, 1845 N. Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67260-0002. Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey East Mortuary. Share tributes online at: <a href="http://www.dlwichita.com">www.dlwichita.com</a>

John Byers O'Loughlin

Barbara Mary Swanson, 81, of Jefferson City, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia, Missouri.

She was born June 29, 1939, in Park, Kansas, the daughter of the late 
John C. and Agnes Frances (Kuhn) Stegman. She was the youngest of their 
seven children, and she was known in the family as “Babe.”

She was united in marriage on May 28, 1960, in Goodland, Kansas, to John
 Robert Swanson who preceded her in death on February 11, 2005. Together
 they traveled extensively throughout Europe and lived in Beirut, 
Lebanon for six months.

Barbara grew up in Goodland, Kansas, and graduated from Goodland High 
School. She worked as a teacher, principal and school administrator. She
 received her Bachelor’s degree from Marymount College near Salina, 
Kansas, and she began teaching at Baldwin Elementary School in Baldwin 
City, Kansas. She later worked at Sacred Heart Parish in Columbia, 
before taking a teaching position at Immaculate Conception School in 
Jefferson City.

Barbara spent the remainder of her career working for the Diocese of 
Jefferson City, where she began as a fourth grade teacher at Immaculate 
Conception School. She always said fourth grade was her favorite grade.

She received her Master’s degree from Lincoln University in Jefferson 
City, and she advanced in her career to become principal at Immaculate 
Conception, eventually advancing to become associate superintendent of 
schools for the Jefferson City Diocese and briefly serving as interim 
superintendent.

She was very proud of her work in the Catholic schools, which included 
helping one area parish open a brand new school. She was committed to 
education, and she continued to work after her retirement as a volunteer
 tutor for local children. She was extremely active with Immaculate 
Conception Catholic Church community throughout her years in Jefferson 
City. She volunteered in many different roles and on a great number of 
projects within the parish throughout her life.

She also worked in retirement as a docent at the Governor’s Mansion, 
giving tours to school groups and enjoying learning more herself about 
the history of the building and the state. She also volunteered her time
 as an ombudsman through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior 
Services. She met with residents at nursing homes in Jefferson City, 
assisting them in improving their care.

Barbara also loved to travel, both before and after her retirement. 
During her lifetime, she set foot on five of the seven continents, 
including visits to China, Russia, India, Egypt and Argentina.

Barbara was a proud mother and grandmother, who helped introduce a love 
of books and reading to her children and grandchildren, who will 
probably always remember their Grammy best for the time she spent 
reading to them. She was always reading a new book and enjoyed being a 
part of different book clubs throughout her life. She treasured her 
friends, and she was always looking for ways she could help and 
contribute.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Neil Swanson and Nikole 
Baron, Overland Park; her daughter and son-in-law, Sonya and Bill 
Carney, Columbia; five grandchildren, John Cole Galbraith, Lily MaryAnn 
Swanson, John Jack Truman Swanson, Abigail Rose Swanson, and Chloe Rue 
Swanson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her siblings, Viola, Albert, Dorothy, Richard, Herbert, and Caroline.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association and to the 
Missouri River Regional Library, where Barbara was a frequent patron and
 may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 
211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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

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 </figure>Barbara Mary Swanson, 81, of Jefferson City, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at Lenoir Woods in Columbia, Missouri.

She was born June 29, 1939, in Park, Kansas, the daughter of the late 
John C. and Agnes Frances (Kuhn) Stegman. She was the youngest of their 
seven children, and she was known in the family as “Babe.”

She was united in marriage on May 28, 1960, in Goodland, Kansas, to John
 Robert Swanson who preceded her in death on February 11, 2005. Together
 they traveled extensively throughout Europe and lived in Beirut, 
Lebanon for six months.

Barbara grew up in Goodland, Kansas, and graduated from Goodland High 
School. She worked as a teacher, principal and school administrator. She
 received her Bachelor’s degree from Marymount College near Salina, 
Kansas, and she began teaching at Baldwin Elementary School in Baldwin 
City, Kansas. She later worked at Sacred Heart Parish in Columbia, 
before taking a teaching position at Immaculate Conception School in 
Jefferson City.

Barbara spent the remainder of her career working for the Diocese of 
Jefferson City, where she began as a fourth grade teacher at Immaculate 
Conception School. She always said fourth grade was her favorite grade.

She received her Master’s degree from Lincoln University in Jefferson 
City, and she advanced in her career to become principal at Immaculate 
Conception, eventually advancing to become associate superintendent of 
schools for the Jefferson City Diocese and briefly serving as interim 
superintendent.

She was very proud of her work in the Catholic schools, which included 
helping one area parish open a brand new school. She was committed to 
education, and she continued to work after her retirement as a volunteer
 tutor for local children. She was extremely active with Immaculate 
Conception Catholic Church community throughout her years in Jefferson 
City. She volunteered in many different roles and on a great number of 
projects within the parish throughout her life.

She also worked in retirement as a docent at the Governor’s Mansion, 
giving tours to school groups and enjoying learning more herself about 
the history of the building and the state. She also volunteered her time
 as an ombudsman through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior 
Services. She met with residents at nursing homes in Jefferson City, 
assisting them in improving their care.

Barbara also loved to travel, both before and after her retirement. 
During her lifetime, she set foot on five of the seven continents, 
including visits to China, Russia, India, Egypt and Argentina.

Barbara was a proud mother and grandmother, who helped introduce a love 
of books and reading to her children and grandchildren, who will 
probably always remember their Grammy best for the time she spent 
reading to them. She was always reading a new book and enjoyed being a 
part of different book clubs throughout her life. She treasured her 
friends, and she was always looking for ways she could help and 
contribute.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Neil Swanson and Nikole 
Baron, Overland Park; her daughter and son-in-law, Sonya and Bill 
Carney, Columbia; five grandchildren, John Cole Galbraith, Lily MaryAnn 
Swanson, John Jack Truman Swanson, Abigail Rose Swanson, and Chloe Rue 
Swanson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her siblings, Viola, Albert, Dorothy, Richard, Herbert, and Caroline.Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association and to the 
Missouri River Regional Library, where Barbara was a frequent patron and
 may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 
211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Barbara-Swanson">HERE</a> for service details.

Barbara Mary Swanson

Timothy L. Bridges, 36, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, September 06, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.

Tim was born on February 29, 1984, in Russell, Kansas, the son of Ivan F. and Loretta M. (Croslin) Bridges.  He lived in Hays, Great Bend, Hutchinson, Hoisington and Russell, Kansas, and attended Russell Schools.  He was united in marriage to Catherine M. Handle on September 16, 2006, in Hays, Kansas.  He enjoyed playing tennis, basketball, taking long walks and spending time with family.

Surviving family include his with Cathy from the home; daughter Waunetta Bridges and son Timothy Bridges, Jr. both of Russell; stepson Gage Brady of Plainville, Kansas; brothers Jonathon Bridges, David Bridges and Mike Bridges.

He was preceded in death by his parents and Grandmother Lecresha Croslin.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Timothy L. Bridges, 36, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, September 06, 2020, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.Tim was born on February 29, 1984, in Russell, Kansas, the son of Ivan F. and Loretta M. (Croslin) Bridges. He lived in Hays, Great Bend, Hutchinson, Hoisington and Russell, Kansas, and attended Russell Schools. He was united in marriage to Catherine M. Handle on September 16, 2006, in Hays, Kansas. He enjoyed playing tennis, basketball, taking long walks and spending time with family.Surviving family include his with Cathy from the home; daughter Waunetta Bridges and son Timothy Bridges, Jr. both of Russell; stepson Gage Brady of Plainville, Kansas; brothers Jonathon Bridges, David Bridges and Mike Bridges.He was preceded in death by his parents and Grandmother Lecresha Croslin.A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Timothy L. Bridges

Darrell Keith Houston, 82, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at his
 home in Dorrance, KS. 

 He was born on September 30, 1937 in Hays, KS to
 Ernest W. and Edith (Cerrow) Houston. Darrell graduated from Plainville
 High School with the class of 1956.  He was united in marriage to 
Virginia Glaze on September 3, 1960 in Plainville, KS.  Darrell worked 
for John O. Farmer, Inc. in Russell as an oilfield pumper until his 
retirement in 1994.


Darrell was a member of the Dorrance First Lutheran Church. He 
enjoyed fishing and camping. He could usually be found in his shop 
tinkering with projects, whether it be woodworking or welding.


Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Virginia of the home; sons, 
Donald (Lavina) Houston of Dorrance and Dale Houston of Ellsworth; 
daughters, Bev Wooley of Dorrance and Deanna (Mike) Sunseri of Raymore, 
MO; grandchildren, Athan Schindler, Jill Washmon, Lauren Erdman, Emily 
Sunseri, and Jennifer Wooley; and eight grandchildren.


Darrell is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Edith; and brother, William Houston.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Darrell-Keith-Houston?obId=18265637#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Darrell Keith Houston, 82, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at his
 home in Dorrance, KS. He was born on September 30, 1937 in Hays, KS to
 Ernest W. and Edith (Cerrow) Houston. Darrell graduated from Plainville
 High School with the class of 1956. He was united in marriage to 
Virginia Glaze on September 3, 1960 in Plainville, KS. Darrell worked 
for John O. Farmer, Inc. in Russell as an oilfield pumper until his 
retirement in 1994.
Darrell was a member of the Dorrance First Lutheran Church. He 
enjoyed fishing and camping. He could usually be found in his shop 
tinkering with projects, whether it be woodworking or welding.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Virginia of the home; sons, 
Donald (Lavina) Houston of Dorrance and Dale Houston of Ellsworth; 
daughters, Bev Wooley of Dorrance and Deanna (Mike) Sunseri of Raymore, 
MO; grandchildren, Athan Schindler, Jill Washmon, Lauren Erdman, Emily 
Sunseri, and Jennifer Wooley; and eight grandchildren.
Darrell is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Edith; and brother, William Houston.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Darrell-Keith-Houston?obId=18265637#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Darrell Keith Houston

Firma (Kreutzer) Pfannenstiel, age 80, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away September 8, 2020, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, Long Term Care facility, WaKeeney. She was born January 11, 1940 to&nbsp;Isidor and Lidwina Younker) Kreutzer at the family home 10 miles north and 2 miles west of Hays. She attended Hyacinth grade school, and Hays High School until she had to leave school to take care of her mother.

Firma was united in marriage to Darrell “Jim” Pfannenstiel on April 12, 1958 in Hays, KS. They enjoyed 54 years together until Jim’s passing in 2012. In her younger years, she worked as a waitress, went on to work at Duckwall’s in WaKeeney until retirement, and then operated Beaver Express. Firma’s passion was always music, and she was self-taught on the accordion, piano, and guitar. She sang very well, she could yodel, and played in the Gabe Denning Polka band. She enjoyed watching baseball, NASCAR, and was a talented seamstress. Firma loved her iced tea. She was a devout member of Christ the King Church, and a charter member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles lodge #3774.

Firma is survived by her son Calvin of WaKeeney; daughter Brenda of Wichita; 7 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband; daughter Debbie; daughter-in-law Cindi; 3 brothers; and 5 sisters.

A visitation will be from 8:30AM to 9:30AM Friday, September 11, 2020, at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney. A rosary will then be held, with the funeral service directly following at 10:00AM. Burial will take place at Christ the King Cemetery, WaKeeney.

Memorials are suggested to the Firma Pfannenstiel Memorial fund. Donations to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th&nbsp;St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

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 </figure>Firma (Kreutzer) Pfannenstiel, age 80, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away September 8, 2020, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, Long Term Care facility, WaKeeney. She was born January 11, 1940 to&nbsp;Isidor and Lidwina Younker) Kreutzer at the family home 10 miles north and 2 miles west of Hays. She attended Hyacinth grade school, and Hays High School until she had to leave school to take care of her mother.Firma was united in marriage to Darrell “Jim” Pfannenstiel on April 12, 1958 in Hays, KS. They enjoyed 54 years together until Jim’s passing in 2012. In her younger years, she worked as a waitress, went on to work at Duckwall’s in WaKeeney until retirement, and then operated Beaver Express. Firma’s passion was always music, and she was self-taught on the accordion, piano, and guitar. She sang very well, she could yodel, and played in the Gabe Denning Polka band. She enjoyed watching baseball, NASCAR, and was a talented seamstress. Firma loved her iced tea. She was a devout member of Christ the King Church, and a charter member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles lodge #3774.Firma is survived by her son Calvin of WaKeeney; daughter Brenda of Wichita; 7 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by both parents; her husband; daughter Debbie; daughter-in-law Cindi; 3 brothers; and 5 sisters.A visitation will be from 8:30AM to 9:30AM Friday, September 11, 2020, at Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney. A rosary will then be held, with the funeral service directly following at 10:00AM. Burial will take place at Christ the King Cemetery, WaKeeney.Memorials are suggested to the Firma Pfannenstiel Memorial fund. Donations to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th&nbsp;St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.schmittfuneral.com

Firma (Kreutzer) Pfannenstiel

Thelma R. Noblitt, 80, passed away September 8, 2020, at her home in 
Great Bend. She was born on January 23, 1940, at Chelsea, Okla., to 
Veltie &amp; Desie (Chandler) Beebe. She married Dan Noblitt on April 
18, 1958, at Norwalk, Calif. He died May 4, 2013.

Coming from Downey, California in 1972, Thelma was a Great Bend 
resident. She was the hotel manager for Super 8 and a member of First 
Assembly of God Church in Great Bend. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, 
reading and baking.

Survivors include, a son, Robert Noblitt and wife Angela, and a 
daughter, Tammy Noblitt, all of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Michel 
Maneth (Trevor), Kimber Wedel (Tyler), Daniel Noblitt (Stacy Beiker), 
and Jeremy King (Jacque); and twelve great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dan Noblitt; three 
brothers, Lee Beebe, Jim Beebe, and Hank Beebe; and a sister, Lois 
Merrit.

There will be no services as cremation has taken place. Memorials are
 suggested to the American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Thelma R. Noblitt, 80, passed away September 8, 2020, at her home in 
Great Bend. She was born on January 23, 1940, at Chelsea, Okla., to 
Veltie &amp; Desie (Chandler) Beebe. She married Dan Noblitt on April 
18, 1958, at Norwalk, Calif. He died May 4, 2013.Coming from Downey, California in 1972, Thelma was a Great Bend 
resident. She was the hotel manager for Super 8 and a member of First 
Assembly of God Church in Great Bend. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, 
reading and baking.Survivors include, a son, Robert Noblitt and wife Angela, and a 
daughter, Tammy Noblitt, all of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Michel 
Maneth (Trevor), Kimber Wedel (Tyler), Daniel Noblitt (Stacy Beiker), 
and Jeremy King (Jacque); and twelve great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dan Noblitt; three 
brothers, Lee Beebe, Jim Beebe, and Hank Beebe; and a sister, Lois 
Merrit.There will be no services as cremation has taken place. Memorials are
 suggested to the American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Thelma R. Noblitt

Betty Elaine Messenger, 87, died on Saturday September 5, 2020 at her 
home in Garden City. She was born on May 20, 1933 at Scott City the 
daughter of Devere Augustus &amp; Florence Alice (Beeman) Smith. She 
married Arnold Lee Messenger on June 24, 1951 at Scott City. He died on
 January 28, 2013. 
Betty graduated from Scott City High School in 1951. She worked 
alongside her husband ranching, farming, and in various businesses in 
the Dighton area before moving to Garden City in 1979 where she pursued a
 degree in nursing. She worked at St Catherine Hospital as a Registered
 Nurse until her retirement in 1998. She was a member of the First 
United Methodist Church, volunteered at Garden Valley Retirement Village
 and was a member of the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed regularly playing
 cards with friends, participating in water aerobics at the YMCA, 
reading, cultivating her garden and keeping in touch with other nurses, 
classmates and friends. 
She is survived by her 3 Children- Evan Shane (Tori) Messenger of 
Columbia, Missouri, Tanya Leigh Thayer of Lander, Wyoming and Tara Lynne
 (Mark) Boaldin of Garden City, 10 Grandchildren and 13 
Great-Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband,
 Brother- Col. JD Smith, Sister- Violet Lamb, Grandson- Trevor Messenger
 and Niece- Betty Irene Lamb. 
Graveside Service will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 19 at Scott 
County Cemetery in Scott City. Memorials are suggested to First United 
Methodist Church or St Catherine Hospice in care of Garnand Funeral 
Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>Betty Elaine Messenger, 87, died on Saturday September 5, 2020 at her 
home in Garden City. She was born on May 20, 1933 at Scott City the 
daughter of Devere Augustus &amp; Florence Alice (Beeman) Smith. She 
married Arnold Lee Messenger on June 24, 1951 at Scott City. He died on
 January 28, 2013. 
Betty graduated from Scott City High School in 1951. She worked 
alongside her husband ranching, farming, and in various businesses in 
the Dighton area before moving to Garden City in 1979 where she pursued a
 degree in nursing. She worked at St Catherine Hospital as a Registered
 Nurse until her retirement in 1998. She was a member of the First 
United Methodist Church, volunteered at Garden Valley Retirement Village
 and was a member of the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed regularly playing
 cards with friends, participating in water aerobics at the YMCA, 
reading, cultivating her garden and keeping in touch with other nurses, 
classmates and friends. 
She is survived by her 3 Children- Evan Shane (Tori) Messenger of 
Columbia, Missouri, Tanya Leigh Thayer of Lander, Wyoming and Tara Lynne
 (Mark) Boaldin of Garden City, 10 Grandchildren and 13 
Great-Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband,
 Brother- Col. JD Smith, Sister- Violet Lamb, Grandson- Trevor Messenger
 and Niece- Betty Irene Lamb. 
Graveside Service will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 19 at Scott 
County Cemetery in Scott City. Memorials are suggested to First United 
Methodist Church or St Catherine Hospice in care of Garnand Funeral 
Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Betty Elaine Messenger

December 16, 1950
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 September 4, 2020

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

December 16, 1950
 -
 September 4, 2020An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click HERE for service details.

James A. "Sonny" Knouf

James E. Thorns, 86 of Hays, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at Hays Medical Center.

James was born May 20, 1934, in Big Springs, Texas, to the Reverend John and Margaret Thorns.

His family has lived in Hays twice, the first time was from 1944 to 1952 when his father was minister at the Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; They returned to Hays when Reverend Thorns retired from the ministry in 1970.&nbsp; James served as a faithful deacon all of his life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Like the other members of his family, he had an eye for color which manifested itself in the development of new registered iris colors.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother; John Thorns, and a niece; Jennifer Thorns.

James is survived by his sister Margaret Schmidt of Hays, nieces, Karen Thorns and Margaret Anne Becker and husband Vernon all of Hays; nephews, John Alan Lawver and wife Brenda of Sioux City, Iowa, David Lawver and wife Tracy of Basehor, Kansas and Steve Lawver and wife Chevelle of Carl Junction, Missouri.

Due to the ongoing Covid -19 situation, there will only be graveside services in the Sylvan Grove Township Cemetery in Sylvan Grove, Kansas. Services will be 2 PM on Saturday, September 12, 2020, with Rev. Christine Wagner officiating.

Because of James’ fondness for cats, the family suggests&nbsp;a donation to the Humane Society of the High Plains, 2050 E Highway 40, Hays, KS.

Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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>James E. Thorns, 86 of Hays, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at Hays Medical Center.James was born May 20, 1934, in Big Springs, Texas, to the Reverend John and Margaret Thorns.His family has lived in Hays twice, the first time was from 1944 to 1952 when his father was minister at the Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; They returned to Hays when Reverend Thorns retired from the ministry in 1970.&nbsp; James served as a faithful deacon all of his life.&nbsp;&nbsp;Like the other members of his family, he had an eye for color which manifested itself in the development of new registered iris colors.He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother; John Thorns, and a niece; Jennifer Thorns.James is survived by his sister Margaret Schmidt of Hays, nieces, Karen Thorns and Margaret Anne Becker and husband Vernon all of Hays; nephews, John Alan Lawver and wife Brenda of Sioux City, Iowa, David Lawver and wife Tracy of Basehor, Kansas and Steve Lawver and wife Chevelle of Carl Junction, Missouri.Due to the ongoing Covid -19 situation, there will only be graveside services in the Sylvan Grove Township Cemetery in Sylvan Grove, Kansas. Services will be 2 PM on Saturday, September 12, 2020, with Rev. Christine Wagner officiating.Because of James’ fondness for cats, the family suggests&nbsp;a donation to the Humane Society of the High Plains, 2050 E Highway 40, Hays, KS.Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.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>

James E. Thorns

On September 4, 2020, Gordon Earle Tempero passed from this life to move into eternal life in his heavenly home.&nbsp; He was born on April 1, 1922, to Ben, Sr. and Ethel (Spiers)Tempero on a farm near Broughton, KS.&nbsp; 

On December 25, 1948, he married the love of his life, Mary (Bookless).&nbsp; They lived in Manhattan, KS until he graduated from Kansas State with a degree in electrical engineering.&nbsp; While at KSU he was a founding member of the Sigma Chi fraternity.&nbsp; They then moved to Scott City where he worked 37 years for Wheatland Electric.&nbsp; They had 2 children, Preston and Beth, and he enjoyed coaching and umpiring the Little League, served as a leader in Boy Scout Troops 149 and 77 and the Santa Fe Council.&nbsp; He was very active in the First United Methodist Church of Scott City, the Anthem Lodge 284 of the Masons in Scott City and as a 32 degree Shriner of the ISIS Temple in Salina.&nbsp; The family enjoyed many family vacations and spent time traveling the stateside when he had time off.&nbsp; After they retired, they spent over 20 years traveling as members of Holiday Ramblers with their RV full time soaking in life, family, and friends.&nbsp; They made it to all 50 states, Canada, and numerous other countries.&nbsp; He also enjoyed Ham Radio operation, carpentry, leather working, snow skiing, K-state football and little league World Series baseball. &nbsp;

Prior to marriage, Gordon also proudly served his country in the US Navy during WWII, stationed in San Diego.&nbsp;

Gordon was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. He was the youngest of 5 children: Howard, Floyd, and Ben and Edith (Babe).&nbsp; Survivors include: His wife of 71 years, Mary. His children: Preston (Libeth) Tempero of Liberty, MO, and Beth (Eugene) Fisher of Hays, KS. His grandchildren: Amanda Lange, Rebecca (Kevin) Holsch and Alison Tempero. His great-grandchildren: Hannah, Austin, Clark, Vance, Alahna, and Ashtyn.&nbsp;

Memorial service and interment will be held at a later date due to pandemic restrictions.&nbsp; Memorial donations in his name can be made to Boys Town, Shriners Hospitals, the Masonic Foundation or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

<a href="http://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/9348456">http://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/9348456</a>

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 </figure>On September 4, 2020, Gordon Earle Tempero passed from this life to move into eternal life in his heavenly home.&nbsp; He was born on April 1, 1922, to Ben, Sr. and Ethel (Spiers)Tempero on a farm near Broughton, KS.&nbsp; On December 25, 1948, he married the love of his life, Mary (Bookless).&nbsp; They lived in Manhattan, KS until he graduated from Kansas State with a degree in electrical engineering.&nbsp; While at KSU he was a founding member of the Sigma Chi fraternity.&nbsp; They then moved to Scott City where he worked 37 years for Wheatland Electric.&nbsp; They had 2 children, Preston and Beth, and he enjoyed coaching and umpiring the Little League, served as a leader in Boy Scout Troops 149 and 77 and the Santa Fe Council.&nbsp; He was very active in the First United Methodist Church of Scott City, the Anthem Lodge 284 of the Masons in Scott City and as a 32 degree Shriner of the ISIS Temple in Salina.&nbsp; The family enjoyed many family vacations and spent time traveling the stateside when he had time off.&nbsp; After they retired, they spent over 20 years traveling as members of Holiday Ramblers with their RV full time soaking in life, family, and friends.&nbsp; They made it to all 50 states, Canada, and numerous other countries.&nbsp; He also enjoyed Ham Radio operation, carpentry, leather working, snow skiing, K-state football and little league World Series baseball. &nbsp;Prior to marriage, Gordon also proudly served his country in the US Navy during WWII, stationed in San Diego.&nbsp;Gordon was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. He was the youngest of 5 children: Howard, Floyd, and Ben and Edith (Babe).&nbsp; Survivors include: His wife of 71 years, Mary. His children: Preston (Libeth) Tempero of Liberty, MO, and Beth (Eugene) Fisher of Hays, KS. His grandchildren: Amanda Lange, Rebecca (Kevin) Holsch and Alison Tempero. His great-grandchildren: Hannah, Austin, Clark, Vance, Alahna, and Ashtyn.&nbsp;Memorial service and interment will be held at a later date due to pandemic restrictions.&nbsp; Memorial donations in his name can be made to Boys Town, Shriners Hospitals, the Masonic Foundation or to a charity of the donor’s choice.<a href="http://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/9348456">http://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/9348456</a>

Gordon Earle Tempero

Bernice Marie Holmes, age 84, passed 
away on September 8, 2020 at Cedar Village Care Center, Ness City. She 
was born on April 5, 1936 in Schoenchen, Kansas to Jacob and Geneva 
Randa.

She graduated from Schoenchen High 
School and had many different work experiences but the ones she would 
talk about most were being a secretary for K.A.Y.S. Radio and owning 
Larry's Place for 13 years.

Bernice was preceded in death by numerous brothers and sisters and her parents.

She is survived by her beloved 
husband, Larry, of the home; son, Kelly (Juncal) Holmes of Scottsdale, 
AZ and Chris (fiancée Ashlee) Holmes also of Scottsdale; and their 
daughter, Buffey (Doug) Wittman of Ness City; and sister, Jenny Rebel, 
of Ness City.&nbsp; She is also survived by four grandchildren, Natasha, 
Sebastian, Jake, and Josh.

As a very kind and loving sister, 
mother, grandmother, and friend, she will be missed everyday.&nbsp; We love 
you momma.&nbsp; We know you would say in your own way, "I Love You."

A family graveside service will be on Friday, September 11, 2020, 2:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Ness City.

In lieu of flowers, memorial 
contributions may be made to Cedar Village Nursing Home or the Sacred 
Heart Church both of&nbsp; Ness City.

Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook.

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 </figure>Bernice Marie Holmes, age 84, passed 
away on September 8, 2020 at Cedar Village Care Center, Ness City. She 
was born on April 5, 1936 in Schoenchen, Kansas to Jacob and Geneva 
Randa.She graduated from Schoenchen High 
School and had many different work experiences but the ones she would 
talk about most were being a secretary for K.A.Y.S. Radio and owning 
Larry's Place for 13 years.Bernice was preceded in death by numerous brothers and sisters and her parents.She is survived by her beloved 
husband, Larry, of the home; son, Kelly (Juncal) Holmes of Scottsdale, 
AZ and Chris (fiancée Ashlee) Holmes also of Scottsdale; and their 
daughter, Buffey (Doug) Wittman of Ness City; and sister, Jenny Rebel, 
of Ness City.&nbsp; She is also survived by four grandchildren, Natasha, 
Sebastian, Jake, and Josh.As a very kind and loving sister, 
mother, grandmother, and friend, she will be missed everyday.&nbsp; We love 
you momma.&nbsp; We know you would say in your own way, "I Love You."A family graveside service will be on Friday, September 11, 2020, 2:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Ness City.In lieu of flowers, memorial 
contributions may be made to Cedar Village Nursing Home or the Sacred 
Heart Church both of&nbsp; Ness City.Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guestbook.

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