Mary Ann Keil, 90, Hays, died Monday, August 17, 2020 at HaysMed.

She was born June 24, 1930 in Park, 
Kansas, the daughter of John and Dorothy (Dreher) Krannawitter.&nbsp; She 
graduated from Hoxie High School in 1948.&nbsp; On April 15, 1950 she was 
united in marriage to Dell Keil in Hoxie, and they celebrated 65 years 
of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 27, 2015.&nbsp; She worked
 in the sewing department at ALCO for 19 years and was very active in 
the community as a volunteer at the Ellis County Historical Society, 
Community Assistance Center, and with the Read to Me program at 
Washington Elementary School.&nbsp; Her memberships included Immaculate Heart
 of Mary Catholic Church, Daughters of Isabella Circle #254, To Jesus 
Through Mary Prayer Group, and Extension Homemakers Units.&nbsp; She was a 
loyal fan of the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs and the KU Jayhawks.&nbsp; Her
 family was very important to her and she loved attending her 
grandchildren’s sporting, theater, and music events.

She is survived by her five children, 
eleven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and her sister, Ruth 
Hoff of Baldwin City.&nbsp; Children and their families include:&nbsp; Larry Keil 
and wife Sandy of Hays, and their sons Garrett and Jordan and wife 
Shauna; Janet Karlin and husband Charlie of Overland Park, and their 
sons Scott and Christopher; Kay Murphy and husband Kevin of Edmond, OK, 
and their children Carrie Martin and husband John, Kyle Murphy and wife 
Ashley and children Kate, Harris, and Caroline, and Allison Vaughan and 
husband Brian and daughters Macy and Ava; Jon and Patricia Keil of 
Charlotte, NC, and their sons Colin and Dane; and Steve and Dawn Keil of
 Hays, and their daughters Hannah Dreiling and husband Dane and Alyssa.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Dell, three brothers; Al, Eddie, and Willie, and six 
sisters; Rose, Elizabeth, Caroline, Eleanor, Polly, and Alice.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, August 21, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
 Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday 
and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:00 pm followed by a 
vigil service at 6:30 pm, all on Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 
Memorials are suggested to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas 
(DSNWK), Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, or to TMP-Marian High School.&nbsp;
 Condolences and memories of Mary Ann may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Mary Ann Keil, 90, Hays, died Monday, August 17, 2020 at HaysMed.She was born June 24, 1930 in Park, 
Kansas, the daughter of John and Dorothy (Dreher) Krannawitter.&nbsp; She 
graduated from Hoxie High School in 1948.&nbsp; On April 15, 1950 she was 
united in marriage to Dell Keil in Hoxie, and they celebrated 65 years 
of marriage before he preceded her in death on May 27, 2015.&nbsp; She worked
 in the sewing department at ALCO for 19 years and was very active in 
the community as a volunteer at the Ellis County Historical Society, 
Community Assistance Center, and with the Read to Me program at 
Washington Elementary School.&nbsp; Her memberships included Immaculate Heart
 of Mary Catholic Church, Daughters of Isabella Circle #254, To Jesus 
Through Mary Prayer Group, and Extension Homemakers Units.&nbsp; She was a 
loyal fan of the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs and the KU Jayhawks.&nbsp; Her
 family was very important to her and she loved attending her 
grandchildren’s sporting, theater, and music events.She is survived by her five children, 
eleven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and her sister, Ruth 
Hoff of Baldwin City.&nbsp; Children and their families include:&nbsp; Larry Keil 
and wife Sandy of Hays, and their sons Garrett and Jordan and wife 
Shauna; Janet Karlin and husband Charlie of Overland Park, and their 
sons Scott and Christopher; Kay Murphy and husband Kevin of Edmond, OK, 
and their children Carrie Martin and husband John, Kyle Murphy and wife 
Ashley and children Kate, Harris, and Caroline, and Allison Vaughan and 
husband Brian and daughters Macy and Ava; Jon and Patricia Keil of 
Charlotte, NC, and their sons Colin and Dane; and Steve and Dawn Keil of
 Hays, and their daughters Hannah Dreiling and husband Dane and Alyssa.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, husband Dell, three brothers; Al, Eddie, and Willie, and six 
sisters; Rose, Elizabeth, Caroline, Eleanor, Polly, and Alice.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Friday, August 21, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic
 Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday 
and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:00 pm followed by a 
vigil service at 6:30 pm, all on Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 
Memorials are suggested to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas 
(DSNWK), Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, or to TMP-Marian High School.&nbsp;
 Condolences and memories of Mary Ann may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com

Mary Ann Keil

Philip Dale Davis died on August 13,2020. He was born October 24, 1931 
to George and Gaynell (Fuerstock) Davis and was the youngest of nine 
children. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, 
Jody; brothers, Harlan, Donald, and Harold and sisters, Vida 
Arimintrout, Thelma Davis, Elizabeth “Betty Lou” Mudgett, and Shirley 
Gregory. 
Phil’s interest in horses began at a very young age while helping his 
uncle on the farm where he learned to drive a team of horses. In 1940, 
after his father was killed in a farm accident, the family moved to 
Greeley, where an owner of a horse barn recognized Phil’s talent which 
led to his first job with the Remount Ranch in Cheyenne, Wyoming, after 
he graduated from High School in 1950. 
In August of 1952, his cowboy ways had to be put on hold as he was 
drafted into the Army during the Korean War. Phil served in the HQ 
Company 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment and was released from 
active duty in August of 1954. He was placed in the Army Reserves and 
later Honorably Discharged. 
Upon returning home, Phil went back to work for the Remount Ranch, 
deciding shortly after that he needed to increase his knowledge of 
cattle and horses. So, Phil and his best friend, Joe Maldonado, left to 
travel and work on several different ranches from Arizona to Montana. 
On June 14, 1956, he met Jody Redman, the blonde that would forever 
change his life. They married on November 1, 1958, in Fort Collins, 
Colorado. This union, by a small miracle, produced one child the 
following year, a daughter, Julie Dawn. Phil and Jody moved to Elbert 
County, in 1958, where they would spend the rest of their lives. They 
celebrated 57 years of marriage before she died in 2015. 
Phil’s first job upon moving was for the John Ewing Company where he was
 hired to manage a herd of yearlings, band of broad mares, and to their 
surprise a band of sheep. In 1968, Phil went to A.I. school and life on 
the ranch soon changed as all efforts were focused on building a 
cow-calf purebred Charolais herd. Out of this effort came a prize herd 
of cattle as well as Phil’s passion to become the best A.I. technician. 
Phil, along with others from Elbert county were pioneers in the cattle 
industry as artificial insemination changed the landscape. After 12 
years, his skill landed Phil his second and final job in Elbert County 
with Rob Brown from Throckmorton, Texas. 
Phil and Jody helped Rob establish Brown Simmental Breeders which later 
became the RA Brown Ranch. Their program resulted in many award-winning 
cows and a very prominent Simmental breeding program. With Jody by his 
side, keeping records, Phil managed the place like it was his own and 
success was achieved. Phil’s conception rate as an A.I. technician was a
 solid 97% during his time on the ranch. Phil and Jody were part of what
 became known as the RA Brown Legacy. After many years of success and 
accolades with the ranch, Phil retired after 40 years. 
One thing a person might overlook was Phil’s ability on a horse. He had a
 talent for breaking colts and by the time he was finished they were cow
 horses. You had better be paying attention while riding a horse he 
trained or else you would find yourself on the ground like a few of his 
daughter’s suitors. All of the cattle work was done using horses and 
just because he carried a rope didn’t mean he always used it. Phil was 
simply a great herdsman, horseman, and the cowboy that always rode for 
the brand. 
Phil was also active in the Douglas-Elbert County Livestock Association 
and the Elbert County Fair Board for over 35 years, where he served as 
the President of the fair board for several years. While President of 
the fair board he helped to obtain the money used to build the livestock
 arena and the ag building. You would always find him supporting Jody 
with her many volunteer organizations and activities. 
He is survived by his daughter, Julie (Walt) Marble of Atwood, KS; two 
grandchildren, Echo (Jacob) Hagler of Atwood, KS and Chance (Michelle) 
Marble of Brewster, KS; adopted grandson, Ethan (Whitney) Smith, of 
Colby, KS; his brother, Marvin of Sinclair, WY; three great 
grandchildren, Emma, Ben, and Ella Hagler of Atwood, KS; as well as 
numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, and a multitude of extended family 
and friends. 
Memorial Service will 10:00 a.m., Friday 21, 2020, Agate Church, Agate, 
CO. A private Inurnment will be held at later date. In lieu of flower 
memorials are suggested to help defray funeral costs in care of Baalmann
 Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Philip Dale Davis died on August 13,2020. He was born October 24, 1931 
to George and Gaynell (Fuerstock) Davis and was the youngest of nine 
children. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, 
Jody; brothers, Harlan, Donald, and Harold and sisters, Vida 
Arimintrout, Thelma Davis, Elizabeth “Betty Lou” Mudgett, and Shirley 
Gregory. 
Phil’s interest in horses began at a very young age while helping his 
uncle on the farm where he learned to drive a team of horses. In 1940, 
after his father was killed in a farm accident, the family moved to 
Greeley, where an owner of a horse barn recognized Phil’s talent which 
led to his first job with the Remount Ranch in Cheyenne, Wyoming, after 
he graduated from High School in 1950. 
In August of 1952, his cowboy ways had to be put on hold as he was 
drafted into the Army during the Korean War. Phil served in the HQ 
Company 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment and was released from 
active duty in August of 1954. He was placed in the Army Reserves and 
later Honorably Discharged. 
Upon returning home, Phil went back to work for the Remount Ranch, 
deciding shortly after that he needed to increase his knowledge of 
cattle and horses. So, Phil and his best friend, Joe Maldonado, left to 
travel and work on several different ranches from Arizona to Montana. 
On June 14, 1956, he met Jody Redman, the blonde that would forever 
change his life. They married on November 1, 1958, in Fort Collins, 
Colorado. This union, by a small miracle, produced one child the 
following year, a daughter, Julie Dawn. Phil and Jody moved to Elbert 
County, in 1958, where they would spend the rest of their lives. They 
celebrated 57 years of marriage before she died in 2015. 
Phil’s first job upon moving was for the John Ewing Company where he was
 hired to manage a herd of yearlings, band of broad mares, and to their 
surprise a band of sheep. In 1968, Phil went to A.I. school and life on 
the ranch soon changed as all efforts were focused on building a 
cow-calf purebred Charolais herd. Out of this effort came a prize herd 
of cattle as well as Phil’s passion to become the best A.I. technician. 
Phil, along with others from Elbert county were pioneers in the cattle 
industry as artificial insemination changed the landscape. After 12 
years, his skill landed Phil his second and final job in Elbert County 
with Rob Brown from Throckmorton, Texas. 
Phil and Jody helped Rob establish Brown Simmental Breeders which later 
became the RA Brown Ranch. Their program resulted in many award-winning 
cows and a very prominent Simmental breeding program. With Jody by his 
side, keeping records, Phil managed the place like it was his own and 
success was achieved. Phil’s conception rate as an A.I. technician was a
 solid 97% during his time on the ranch. Phil and Jody were part of what
 became known as the RA Brown Legacy. After many years of success and 
accolades with the ranch, Phil retired after 40 years. 
One thing a person might overlook was Phil’s ability on a horse. He had a
 talent for breaking colts and by the time he was finished they were cow
 horses. You had better be paying attention while riding a horse he 
trained or else you would find yourself on the ground like a few of his 
daughter’s suitors. All of the cattle work was done using horses and 
just because he carried a rope didn’t mean he always used it. Phil was 
simply a great herdsman, horseman, and the cowboy that always rode for 
the brand. 
Phil was also active in the Douglas-Elbert County Livestock Association 
and the Elbert County Fair Board for over 35 years, where he served as 
the President of the fair board for several years. While President of 
the fair board he helped to obtain the money used to build the livestock
 arena and the ag building. You would always find him supporting Jody 
with her many volunteer organizations and activities. 
He is survived by his daughter, Julie (Walt) Marble of Atwood, KS; two 
grandchildren, Echo (Jacob) Hagler of Atwood, KS and Chance (Michelle) 
Marble of Brewster, KS; adopted grandson, Ethan (Whitney) Smith, of 
Colby, KS; his brother, Marvin of Sinclair, WY; three great 
grandchildren, Emma, Ben, and Ella Hagler of Atwood, KS; as well as 
numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, and a multitude of extended family 
and friends. 
Memorial Service will 10:00 a.m., Friday 21, 2020, Agate Church, Agate, 
CO. A private Inurnment will be held at later date. In lieu of flower 
memorials are suggested to help defray funeral costs in care of Baalmann
 Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Philip Dale 'Phil' Davis

Loretta (Bollig) Billinger, age 97, of WaKeeney, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, Long Term Care. She was born Aug. 1, 1923 to Jacob and Anna Marie (Graf) Bollig in Ogallah. 

She attended St. Mary’s Catholic school in Ellis and Ogallah grade school.

Loretta married Edwin P. Billinger on June 4, 1946 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Collyer, and they were happily married until his passing in February 2012.

She was a member of St. Michael Altar Society, VFW Auxiliary, and the adopted grandmother of Christ the King CYO. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, crocheting, baking, cooking, and playing games and cards. Loretta was a housewife and lived south of Collyer on the family farm for 50 years before moving to WaKeeney in 1996. In 2008, she moved to LTC in WaKeeney, which became her second family.

Loretta is survived by her sons Kenneth (Marilyn) Billinger of Norman, Okla., Randy Billinger of Broomfield, Colo., and Glennis (Beth) Billinger of WaKeeney; daughters Frances (Roger) Dick of St. John, and Karen (Romie) Brown of LaVista, Neb.; grandchildren Joni, Juli, Justin, Kayla, Cody, Romie Jr., Hilary, Bryce, Erik, Christopher, and Lauren; 20 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren, and sister Armella (Van) Mangels of Liberal.

Loretta was preceded in death by both parents; stepfather Mike Pfeifer; her beloved husband; granddaughter Jackie Ward; brothers Balthasar Bollig, Herbert Bollig, Charles Bollig, Julius Bollig, Rudolph Bollig, and Norbert Bollig; and sisters Euphrosina Bollig, Mary Kroeger, and an infant sister.

Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, at Schmitt Funeral Home, with a vigil service to follow at 7 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, 2020, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Collyer, with Father Charles Steier as celebrant. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to St. Michael Catholic Church, Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation (for long-term care), or masses. Donations to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

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 </figure>Loretta (Bollig) Billinger, age 97, of WaKeeney, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, at Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital, Long Term Care. She was born Aug. 1, 1923 to Jacob and Anna Marie (Graf) Bollig in Ogallah. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic school in Ellis and Ogallah grade school.Loretta married Edwin P. Billinger on June 4, 1946 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Collyer, and they were happily married until his passing in February 2012.She was a member of St. Michael Altar Society, VFW Auxiliary, and the adopted grandmother of Christ the King CYO. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, crocheting, baking, cooking, and playing games and cards. Loretta was a housewife and lived south of Collyer on the family farm for 50 years before moving to WaKeeney in 1996. In 2008, she moved to LTC in WaKeeney, which became her second family.Loretta is survived by her sons Kenneth (Marilyn) Billinger of Norman, Okla., Randy Billinger of Broomfield, Colo., and Glennis (Beth) Billinger of WaKeeney; daughters Frances (Roger) Dick of St. John, and Karen (Romie) Brown of LaVista, Neb.; grandchildren Joni, Juli, Justin, Kayla, Cody, Romie Jr., Hilary, Bryce, Erik, Christopher, and Lauren; 20 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren, and sister Armella (Van) Mangels of Liberal.Loretta was preceded in death by both parents; stepfather Mike Pfeifer; her beloved husband; granddaughter Jackie Ward; brothers Balthasar Bollig, Herbert Bollig, Charles Bollig, Julius Bollig, Rudolph Bollig, and Norbert Bollig; and sisters Euphrosina Bollig, Mary Kroeger, and an infant sister.Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, at Schmitt Funeral Home, with a vigil service to follow at 7 p.m.A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, 2020, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Collyer, with Father Charles Steier as celebrant. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.Memorials are suggested to St. Michael Catholic Church, Trego Hospital Endowment Foundation (for long-term care), or masses. Donations to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 N. 12th St. WaKeeney, KS 67672.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

Loretta Billinger

Edward L. Thompson, 62, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at his home in Smith Center, KS.&nbsp;

He was born December 31, 1957 in Austin, TX, the son of Edward Ralph and Della May (Mullin) Thompson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;

Ed is survived by his brother Larry Thompson of Smith Center; sister Debra Cotton of Lawrence and a half-brother Terry Hansen of Joplin, MO.&nbsp;

A celebration of Ed's life with be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 21, 2020 at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, WaKeeney, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to USD 237 to be used for Grade School Activities and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.allfaithsfuneralchapel.com/">www.allfaithsfuneralchapel.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Edward L. Thompson, 62, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at his home in Smith Center, KS.&nbsp;He was born December 31, 1957 in Austin, TX, the son of Edward Ralph and Della May (Mullin) Thompson.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;Ed is survived by his brother Larry Thompson of Smith Center; sister Debra Cotton of Lawrence and a half-brother Terry Hansen of Joplin, MO.&nbsp;A celebration of Ed's life with be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 21, 2020 at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, WaKeeney, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be given to USD 237 to be used for Grade School Activities and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.allfaithsfuneralchapel.com/">www.allfaithsfuneralchapel.com</a>.&nbsp;

Edward L. Thompson

Tuesday, May 27th, 1930 - Monday, August 17th, 2020

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Tuesday, May 27th, 1930 - Monday, August 17th, 2020An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Mena Mae Peperone (Simpson)

Betty Mae
 Gawith, 87, Minneapolis, was born July 17, 1933 in Concordia, to Louie 
and Rama (Slater) Collins.&nbsp; Betty passed away peacefully surrounded by 
family on August 16, 2020.&nbsp;

Betty 
graduated in 1951 from Aurora High School.&nbsp; On August 4, 1951, in Aurora
 KS, Betty married the love of her life, LeRoy Maynard Gawith. Betty and
 LeRoy enjoyed dancing, jitterbugging, playing cards and watching their 
great grandchildren play sports. Betty and LeRoy made a life together in
 Delphos, Hill City, and Red Cloud, NE before&nbsp;making their 
permanent&nbsp;residence of 33 years in Minneapolis.&nbsp; Betty lived her life 
caring for others, until she retired at the age of 80, from The Good 
Samaritan Nursing Home.

Betty was preceded&nbsp;in death by her parents, Rama and Louie Collins; her sister, Lucille Hazlett; and her brother, Elmer Collins.

Betty is 
survived by her husband, LeRoy Gawith of the home; her son, Jim (Kay) 
Gawith of Minneapolis; daughter, Joni (Curtis) Crosson of Hutchinson; 
granddaughters, Lezlie (Damon) McKinney of Minneapolis, Aimee (T.J.) 
Trout of Minneapolis, Aricca (Matthew) Wallace of Manhattan, Monicca 
(Robert) King of Manhattan, Tara (Beauyett) Young of Manhattan; 
grandson, Jayme (Dari) Gawith of Andover; six great-grandsons; six 
great-granddaughters; and one great-great grandson; and many nieces and 
nephews.

Due to 
COVID-19, a private Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:00 P.M., 
Thursday, August 20 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 
Minneapolis.&nbsp; Everyone is welcome to attend the graveside service at 
3:00 P.M. at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis. Following the graveside, 
everyone is invited to Curtis and Joni’s at 1625 Rifle Road, 
Minneapolis. 

The family suggests memorials be made to Hospice of Salina 
or VFW Auxiliary #3201 and may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home, 
P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

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 </figure>Betty Mae
 Gawith, 87, Minneapolis, was born July 17, 1933 in Concordia, to Louie 
and Rama (Slater) Collins.&nbsp; Betty passed away peacefully surrounded by 
family on August 16, 2020.&nbsp;Betty 
graduated in 1951 from Aurora High School.&nbsp; On August 4, 1951, in Aurora
 KS, Betty married the love of her life, LeRoy Maynard Gawith. Betty and
 LeRoy enjoyed dancing, jitterbugging, playing cards and watching their 
great grandchildren play sports. Betty and LeRoy made a life together in
 Delphos, Hill City, and Red Cloud, NE before&nbsp;making their 
permanent&nbsp;residence of 33 years in Minneapolis.&nbsp; Betty lived her life 
caring for others, until she retired at the age of 80, from The Good 
Samaritan Nursing Home.Betty was preceded&nbsp;in death by her parents, Rama and Louie Collins; her sister, Lucille Hazlett; and her brother, Elmer Collins.Betty is 
survived by her husband, LeRoy Gawith of the home; her son, Jim (Kay) 
Gawith of Minneapolis; daughter, Joni (Curtis) Crosson of Hutchinson; 
granddaughters, Lezlie (Damon) McKinney of Minneapolis, Aimee (T.J.) 
Trout of Minneapolis, Aricca (Matthew) Wallace of Manhattan, Monicca 
(Robert) King of Manhattan, Tara (Beauyett) Young of Manhattan; 
grandson, Jayme (Dari) Gawith of Andover; six great-grandsons; six 
great-granddaughters; and one great-great grandson; and many nieces and 
nephews.Due to 
COVID-19, a private Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:00 P.M., 
Thursday, August 20 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 
Minneapolis.&nbsp; Everyone is welcome to attend the graveside service at 
3:00 P.M. at Highland Cemetery, Minneapolis. Following the graveside, 
everyone is invited to Curtis and Joni’s at 1625 Rifle Road, 
Minneapolis. The family suggests memorials be made to Hospice of Salina 
or VFW Auxiliary #3201 and may be mailed to Wilson Family Funeral Home, 
P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.

Betty Mae Gawith

Richard A. “Dick” Yost, age 75, of Hays, Kansas, died Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born January 17, 1945, in Russell, Kansas to Alois “Lum” and Florence (Jacobs) Yost.&nbsp; He was the father of four children when he married Joanne (Hill) on September 3, 1982, in Hays, Kansas, and they raised their seven children.

He grew up in the Gorham, Kansas, area and attended Fairport Grade School in Fairport, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a 1963 graduate of Gorham High School and attended Fort Hays State College and was on their football team. &nbsp;

Richard was employed in the oil field in Russell county and Santa Maria, California for several year. He then became a Trooper for the Kansas Highway Patrol for 12 years.&nbsp; After 19 years as a Loss Control Agent for Insurance Planning of Hays, he retired in 2010.&nbsp; He assisted his wife Joanne on international tours for&nbsp; Hays Travel for 27 years and traveled to all seven continents and many countries.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, served on St. Joseph Parish Council,&nbsp; a member of Hays Rotary Club, a board member of The Gorham State Bank, an avid golfer and Chiefs fan, and enjoyed his children and grandchildren's sporting activities.

Survivors include his wife, Joanne, of the home; two sons, Jeff&nbsp; Yost, Shawnee, KS; Greg Yost and wife, Candace, Hays, KS; four daughters, Niki Rohr and husband, Scott, Gardner, KS; Debbie Trevett, Wichita, KS; Kimberly Crough, Salina, KS; Jodi Steltz, Hays, KS; two brothers, Jack Yost and wife, Gina, Russell, KS; Chuck Yost and wife, Terri, Gorham, KS; one sister, Marcia Blundon and husband, Glen, Russell, KS; one sister-in-law Mary Herwehe, Muncie, IN; 13 grandchildren, Tucker Trevett,&nbsp; Kristonna Spearow (Jon), Konner Kramer, Meghan Moland (Andrew), Braden Dreiling (Ashley), Savannah Yost, Kassidi Yost, Shyanne Yost, Chandler Yost, Dakota Yost, Bryson Rohr, Preston Rohr, Jaden Rohr; two great grandchildren, Logan and Kendall Moland.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Bradley Evan Yost; and one brother, Doug Yost.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 20, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas. The mass will be live streamed on, Marcia Yost Blundon FACEBOOK PAGE, for the public to view. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of&nbsp; Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Thursday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. &nbsp; &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Joseph Catholic Church or Thomas More Prep-Marian High School.

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

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 </figure>Richard A. “Dick” Yost, age 75, of Hays, Kansas, died Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born January 17, 1945, in Russell, Kansas to Alois “Lum” and Florence (Jacobs) Yost.&nbsp; He was the father of four children when he married Joanne (Hill) on September 3, 1982, in Hays, Kansas, and they raised their seven children.He grew up in the Gorham, Kansas, area and attended Fairport Grade School in Fairport, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a 1963 graduate of Gorham High School and attended Fort Hays State College and was on their football team. &nbsp;Richard was employed in the oil field in Russell county and Santa Maria, California for several year. He then became a Trooper for the Kansas Highway Patrol for 12 years.&nbsp; After 19 years as a Loss Control Agent for Insurance Planning of Hays, he retired in 2010.&nbsp; He assisted his wife Joanne on international tours for&nbsp; Hays Travel for 27 years and traveled to all seven continents and many countries.He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, served on St. Joseph Parish Council,&nbsp; a member of Hays Rotary Club, a board member of The Gorham State Bank, an avid golfer and Chiefs fan, and enjoyed his children and grandchildren's sporting activities.Survivors include his wife, Joanne, of the home; two sons, Jeff&nbsp; Yost, Shawnee, KS; Greg Yost and wife, Candace, Hays, KS; four daughters, Niki Rohr and husband, Scott, Gardner, KS; Debbie Trevett, Wichita, KS; Kimberly Crough, Salina, KS; Jodi Steltz, Hays, KS; two brothers, Jack Yost and wife, Gina, Russell, KS; Chuck Yost and wife, Terri, Gorham, KS; one sister, Marcia Blundon and husband, Glen, Russell, KS; one sister-in-law Mary Herwehe, Muncie, IN; 13 grandchildren, Tucker Trevett,&nbsp; Kristonna Spearow (Jon), Konner Kramer, Meghan Moland (Andrew), Braden Dreiling (Ashley), Savannah Yost, Kassidi Yost, Shyanne Yost, Chandler Yost, Dakota Yost, Bryson Rohr, Preston Rohr, Jaden Rohr; two great grandchildren, Logan and Kendall Moland.He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Bradley Evan Yost; and one brother, Doug Yost.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 20, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas. The mass will be live streamed on, Marcia Yost Blundon FACEBOOK PAGE, for the public to view. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of&nbsp; Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Thursday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. &nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Joseph Catholic Church or Thomas More Prep-Marian High School.Due to the coronavirus, if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on line guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing masks will be required at the visitation.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Richard A. 'Dick' Yost

Roger Dale Batson, 81, of Hays, KS, went home to be with Our Lord on August 13th, 2020.

Roger was born on February 5th, 1939 to
 Virgil and Sylvia (Hargis) Batson in Coffeyville, KS. As a child, he 
excelled in school and played basketball and baseball on his school’s 
varsity teams.&nbsp; After graduating from Coffeyville High School in 1957, 
he went on to serve in the US Army for three years and achieved the rank
 of Sergeant prior to his honorable discharge.

Roger and his wife Margie Newton were 
married on October 14, 1961, in Parsons, KS. They went on to have two 
children, Lori and Lance. They raised their family in both Manhattan and
 Hays, KS.&nbsp;

After his military service, Roger began
 his career in the banking industry which lasted for over 40 years.&nbsp; He 
started his banking career at Union National Bank and Kansas State Bank 
in Manhattan, KS. He was President at First National Bank in Hays, KS, 
and Chillicothe State Bank in Chillicothe, MO.&nbsp; Roger was very involved 
in the communities in which he lived, being a member of many civic 
organizations, including serving as president for the Kansas Jaycees.

After retiring in 2004, Roger and 
Margie moved to Bella Vista, AR, and in 2013 they finally returned home 
to Hays, KS.&nbsp; In addition to being a dedicated and loving Father, Roger 
spent his time volunteering at church and Hays Medical Center, playing 
golf, and cheering on the Kansas State Wildcats. His pride and joy was 
his five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He held an 
unwavering faith in God, which he shared with those who surrounded him. 
He is survived by his wife, Margie; his two children, Lori Vitztum and 
husband Mike of Hays, KS, Lance Batson and wife Cindy of Fort Worth, 
TX.&nbsp; He is also survived by five grandchildren, Haylee Glassman and 
husband Matt of Fairfield, CT, Katee Vitztum of Hays, KS, Blake Batson 
of Dallas, TX, Alex Batson of Manhattan, KS, and Elizabeth Batson of 
Fort Worth, TX; two great grandchildren, Isabelle and Jude Glassman. 
Surviving relatives include sister and brother in-laws, Mike and Carolyn
 Newmaster, Ottawa, KS, Bob Hizey, Augusta, KS, Bill &amp; Carolyn 
Newton, Las Cruces, NM, and Frank &amp; Evelyn Washburn, Guide Rock, 
NE.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Sylvia Batson, sister-in laws, Virginia Hizey and Jane Washburn.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at Cornerstone Southern Baptist Church 1605 
East 29th Hays, KS 67601. Private family inurnment with military honors 
will be in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas

Memorials are suggested to HAYSMED 
Volunteers and Hays Public Library Foundation and may be sent in care of
 Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 
67601.&nbsp;

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Timothy 4:7

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

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 </figure>Roger Dale Batson, 81, of Hays, KS, went home to be with Our Lord on August 13th, 2020.Roger was born on February 5th, 1939 to
 Virgil and Sylvia (Hargis) Batson in Coffeyville, KS. As a child, he 
excelled in school and played basketball and baseball on his school’s 
varsity teams.&nbsp; After graduating from Coffeyville High School in 1957, 
he went on to serve in the US Army for three years and achieved the rank
 of Sergeant prior to his honorable discharge.Roger and his wife Margie Newton were 
married on October 14, 1961, in Parsons, KS. They went on to have two 
children, Lori and Lance. They raised their family in both Manhattan and
 Hays, KS.&nbsp;After his military service, Roger began
 his career in the banking industry which lasted for over 40 years.&nbsp; He 
started his banking career at Union National Bank and Kansas State Bank 
in Manhattan, KS. He was President at First National Bank in Hays, KS, 
and Chillicothe State Bank in Chillicothe, MO.&nbsp; Roger was very involved 
in the communities in which he lived, being a member of many civic 
organizations, including serving as president for the Kansas Jaycees.After retiring in 2004, Roger and 
Margie moved to Bella Vista, AR, and in 2013 they finally returned home 
to Hays, KS.&nbsp; In addition to being a dedicated and loving Father, Roger 
spent his time volunteering at church and Hays Medical Center, playing 
golf, and cheering on the Kansas State Wildcats. His pride and joy was 
his five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He held an 
unwavering faith in God, which he shared with those who surrounded him. 
He is survived by his wife, Margie; his two children, Lori Vitztum and 
husband Mike of Hays, KS, Lance Batson and wife Cindy of Fort Worth, 
TX.&nbsp; He is also survived by five grandchildren, Haylee Glassman and 
husband Matt of Fairfield, CT, Katee Vitztum of Hays, KS, Blake Batson 
of Dallas, TX, Alex Batson of Manhattan, KS, and Elizabeth Batson of 
Fort Worth, TX; two great grandchildren, Isabelle and Jude Glassman. 
Surviving relatives include sister and brother in-laws, Mike and Carolyn
 Newmaster, Ottawa, KS, Bob Hizey, Augusta, KS, Bill &amp; Carolyn 
Newton, Las Cruces, NM, and Frank &amp; Evelyn Washburn, Guide Rock, 
NE.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Sylvia Batson, sister-in laws, Virginia Hizey and Jane Washburn.&nbsp;Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at Cornerstone Southern Baptist Church 1605 
East 29th Hays, KS 67601. Private family inurnment with military honors 
will be in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery in WaKeeney, KansasMemorials are suggested to HAYSMED 
Volunteers and Hays Public Library Foundation and may be sent in care of
 Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 
67601.&nbsp;“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Timothy 4:7Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Roger Dale Batson

Leo Frederick Frenzl, 96, died August 15, 2020, at Riverbend Assisted
 Living, Great Bend, Kansas. He was born February 11, 1924, on the 
family farm near Odin, the son of Hugo and Mathilda (Hoeffner) Frenzl.

Lee was a lifetime resident of the Odin area. He was a member of Holy
 Family Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #2630 of 
Odin, Kansas.

On October 5, 1949, he married Delores Frances Schneider at St. Ann 
Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas. She passed away on August 2, 2018.

They lived and worked on their farm near Odin, where they resided for
 65 years. They had a love of attending auctions where they made many 
friends and Lee found materials for his numerous projects. He had a 
reputation for using found materials to create toys and small sculptures
 such as his well-known "sparkplug airplanes".

He is survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Gerald Frenzl; his parents; five
 brothers, Frank, Joseph, August, Lawrence, and William Frenzl; and five
 sisters, Marie Meyeres, Teresa Wondra, Viola Meyeres, Gertrude Hickel, 
and Dorothy Reif.

Friends may call 12:00 noon until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2020,
 with a Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home in Hoisington.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 19, 2020, 
at Holy Family Catholic Church in Odin, Kansas, with Father Don Bedore 
presiding. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery, Odin. The family 
encourages those attending to wear masks and social distance.

Memorials may be made to the Holy Family Cemetery Fund in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Leo Frederick Frenzl, 96, died August 15, 2020, at Riverbend Assisted
 Living, Great Bend, Kansas. He was born February 11, 1924, on the 
family farm near Odin, the son of Hugo and Mathilda (Hoeffner) Frenzl.Lee was a lifetime resident of the Odin area. He was a member of Holy
 Family Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #2630 of 
Odin, Kansas.On October 5, 1949, he married Delores Frances Schneider at St. Ann 
Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas. She passed away on August 2, 2018.They lived and worked on their farm near Odin, where they resided for
 65 years. They had a love of attending auctions where they made many 
friends and Lee found materials for his numerous projects. He had a 
reputation for using found materials to create toys and small sculptures
 such as his well-known "sparkplug airplanes".He is survived by many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his son, Gerald Frenzl; his parents; five
 brothers, Frank, Joseph, August, Lawrence, and William Frenzl; and five
 sisters, Marie Meyeres, Teresa Wondra, Viola Meyeres, Gertrude Hickel, 
and Dorothy Reif.Friends may call 12:00 noon until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2020,
 with a Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke 
Funeral Home in Hoisington.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 19, 2020, 
at Holy Family Catholic Church in Odin, Kansas, with Father Don Bedore 
presiding. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery, Odin. The family 
encourages those attending to wear masks and social distance.Memorials may be made to the Holy Family Cemetery Fund in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Leo Frederick Frenzl

Bonnie Josephine Ruder, 71, Stilwell, Kansas, passed away August 6, 
2020 at home from ALS. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Church of the
 Nativity, 3800 W. 119th Street, Leawood, KS at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, 
August 22, 2020. The service will be live-streamed and may be viewed at 
livestream@kcnativity.org. Burial will private. In lieu of flowers, and 
in Bonnie Ruder’s memory, contributions may be made to Nativity Parish 
School, 3800 W. 119th Street, Leawood, KS, 66209.

Bonnie was born to Justin and Catherine 
Pfannenstiel in Hays, Kansas on July 3, 1949. Her childhood was filled 
with spending summers at her cousins’ farm, keeping German traditions 
alive, and sharing laughter with family and friends.

Bonnie met her husband, Terry Ruder, of 52 
years, in Hays, Kansas. They were married on September 16, 1967. Bonnie 
devoted her life to taking care of her family and living according to 
God’s will. She found joy in running, swimming, golfing, and serving 
others. She established a library at Blessed Sacrament High School in 
Powhatan, Virginia, volunteered at Nativity Parish School library, 
served and supplied food for Catholic Charities, and was an 
Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist to the homebound. Her car was 
stocked with zip lock bags of protein bars and nutritional food for the 
homeless that she handed out to the needy. Bonnie enjoyed traveling with
 family and friends. Her adventures took her on safaris to Africa, trips
 to Alaska and Europe, and on winter escapes to golf in Arizona with her
 buddies. She was an avid golfer and reliably hit her ball long and 
straight. Some of her best memories were traveling the US with Terry on 
golfing trips and playing in tournaments with her sister, Jackie. One of
 her greatest joys was spending time with her grandchildren and watching
 them in the sports and activities. She was the loudest cheerleader and 
whistler in the stands.

All who knew Bonnie well or briefly 
encountered her humble spirit were touched by her love and care. Her 
greatest joy was to love and serve others. She found the light in every 
person she met.

She was preceded in death by her parents 
Justin and Catherine Pfannenstiel of Hays, KS. Bonnie is survived by: 
husband, Terry E. Ruder, Stilwell, KS; daughters Terri Lynn Ruder of 
Leawood, KS, and Tracey A. (John) Lively of Charleston, SC; 
grandchildren: Emma Kate Lively, Justin Lively, Jacob Parks, Caroline 
Lively, Macy Parks, and Joshua Lively.  She is also survived by: brother
 Steven (Wanda) Pfannenstiel of Hays, KS; sister Jackie (Duane) Creamer 
of Hays, KS; and sister Chris (George) Minshew of Missouri City, TX.


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 </figure>Bonnie Josephine Ruder, 71, Stilwell, Kansas, passed away August 6, 
2020 at home from ALS. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Church of the
 Nativity, 3800 W. 119th Street, Leawood, KS at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, 
August 22, 2020. The service will be live-streamed and may be viewed at 
livestream@kcnativity.org. Burial will private. In lieu of flowers, and 
in Bonnie Ruder’s memory, contributions may be made to Nativity Parish 
School, 3800 W. 119th Street, Leawood, KS, 66209.Bonnie was born to Justin and Catherine 
Pfannenstiel in Hays, Kansas on July 3, 1949. Her childhood was filled 
with spending summers at her cousins’ farm, keeping German traditions 
alive, and sharing laughter with family and friends.Bonnie met her husband, Terry Ruder, of 52 
years, in Hays, Kansas. They were married on September 16, 1967. Bonnie 
devoted her life to taking care of her family and living according to 
God’s will. She found joy in running, swimming, golfing, and serving 
others. She established a library at Blessed Sacrament High School in 
Powhatan, Virginia, volunteered at Nativity Parish School library, 
served and supplied food for Catholic Charities, and was an 
Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist to the homebound. Her car was 
stocked with zip lock bags of protein bars and nutritional food for the 
homeless that she handed out to the needy. Bonnie enjoyed traveling with
 family and friends. Her adventures took her on safaris to Africa, trips
 to Alaska and Europe, and on winter escapes to golf in Arizona with her
 buddies. She was an avid golfer and reliably hit her ball long and 
straight. Some of her best memories were traveling the US with Terry on 
golfing trips and playing in tournaments with her sister, Jackie. One of
 her greatest joys was spending time with her grandchildren and watching
 them in the sports and activities. She was the loudest cheerleader and 
whistler in the stands.All who knew Bonnie well or briefly 
encountered her humble spirit were touched by her love and care. Her 
greatest joy was to love and serve others. She found the light in every 
person she met.She was preceded in death by her parents 
Justin and Catherine Pfannenstiel of Hays, KS. Bonnie is survived by: 
husband, Terry E. Ruder, Stilwell, KS; daughters Terri Lynn Ruder of 
Leawood, KS, and Tracey A. (John) Lively of Charleston, SC; 
grandchildren: Emma Kate Lively, Justin Lively, Jacob Parks, Caroline 
Lively, Macy Parks, and Joshua Lively. She is also survived by: brother
 Steven (Wanda) Pfannenstiel of Hays, KS; sister Jackie (Duane) Creamer 
of Hays, KS; and sister Chris (George) Minshew of Missouri City, TX.

Bonnie Josephine Ruder

Jack C. Metz, 76, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Osborne County Memorial Hospital, Osborne, KS. 
 Jack was born October 25, 1943 in Beloit, KS, the son of William M. 
and Jacqueline L. (Stephenson) Metz.&nbsp; He married Nancy Thompson on 
August 1, 1971 in Downs, KS.&nbsp; Jack’s motto was “Live Free, Die Free.” He was preceded in death by his parents. 
 Jack is survived by his wife Nancy Metz of Osborne; two sons, Jack 
(Pam) Metz Jr. of Hutchinson, Warren (Diana) Metz of Mio, MI; 
half-brother Steve; half-sister Martha; six grandchildren and 16 ½ 
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Monday, August 17, 2020 at North Oak Creek Cemetery, Smith 
County, KS, with Pastor Dave Hardy officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be given 
to Osborne Country Club or First Christian Church of Downs, KS, and can 
be sent in care of All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith 
Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jack C. Metz, 76, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Osborne County Memorial Hospital, Osborne, KS. 
 Jack was born October 25, 1943 in Beloit, KS, the son of William M. 
and Jacqueline L. (Stephenson) Metz.&nbsp; He married Nancy Thompson on 
August 1, 1971 in Downs, KS.&nbsp; Jack’s motto was “Live Free, Die Free.” He was preceded in death by his parents. 
 Jack is survived by his wife Nancy Metz of Osborne; two sons, Jack 
(Pam) Metz Jr. of Hutchinson, Warren (Diana) Metz of Mio, MI; 
half-brother Steve; half-sister Martha; six grandchildren and 16 ½ 
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Graveside services will be held at 
10:30 a.m., Monday, August 17, 2020 at North Oak Creek Cemetery, Smith 
County, KS, with Pastor Dave Hardy officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be given 
to Osborne Country Club or First Christian Church of Downs, KS, and can 
be sent in care of All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith 
Center, KS&nbsp; 66967.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jack Metz

Isabell Hainke, 98, of Russell, Kansas, died on Monday, August 10, 2020, at her home in Russell, Kansas.

Isabell was born on October 13, 1921, in Durham, England to Richard and Isabell Danby.  She grew up in Durham and graduated high school.  After high school she joined the Royal Army Air Force in England during World War II.  While in the military, she met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Raymond G. Hainke on January 26, 1946, in Durham, England.  From this union Isabell and Raymond were blessed with four children; Gloria, Rita, Virginia and Gary.  After the war, they raised their family and made their home in Russell, Kansas, where she worked at Abco as a spot welder.  She was a longtime member of St. John Lutheran Church in Russell.  She enjoyed gardening, casino trips, cooking, keeping her home clean and tidy and spending time with her family.  Most of all she enjoyed seeing and playing with her grandkids and great grandkids. 

Surviving family include her daughters Gloria Deem and husband Ronald from Issaquah, Washington, Rita Hainke of Kansas City, Missouri and Virginia Arend of Topeka, Kansas and son Gary Hanke and wife Shareen of Wichita, Kansas; grandkids Brandon Hainke, James and Casey Arend, Dalton and Jenna Hainke; and 7 great grandkids. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Raymond on April 25, 2001 and several brothers and sisters.

A graveside service to celebrate Isabell’s life will be held at a later date.  Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

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 </figure>Isabell Hainke, 98, of Russell, Kansas, died on Monday, August 10, 2020, at her home in Russell, Kansas.Isabell was born on October 13, 1921, in Durham, England to Richard and Isabell Danby. She grew up in Durham and graduated high school. After high school she joined the Royal Army Air Force in England during World War II. While in the military, she met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Raymond G. Hainke on January 26, 1946, in Durham, England. From this union Isabell and Raymond were blessed with four children; Gloria, Rita, Virginia and Gary. After the war, they raised their family and made their home in Russell, Kansas, where she worked at Abco as a spot welder. She was a longtime member of St. John Lutheran Church in Russell. She enjoyed gardening, casino trips, cooking, keeping her home clean and tidy and spending time with her family. Most of all she enjoyed seeing and playing with her grandkids and great grandkids. Surviving family include her daughters Gloria Deem and husband Ronald from Issaquah, Washington, Rita Hainke of Kansas City, Missouri and Virginia Arend of Topeka, Kansas and son Gary Hanke and wife Shareen of Wichita, Kansas; grandkids Brandon Hainke, James and Casey Arend, Dalton and Jenna Hainke; and 7 great grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Raymond on April 25, 2001 and several brothers and sisters.A graveside service to celebrate Isabell’s life will be held at a later date. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Isabell Hainke

Vernon Delmer Roberts passed away at Whispering Pines in Norton, Kansas, August 10, 2020.  Vernon was born to Ralph and Lela Ann Roberts on October 9, 1921, in Norton County, and grew up on a farm in Belle Plaine Township.

Vernon attended schools in Norton County and worked briefly for the Conservation Corp before enlisting in the United States Army during World War II.  He survived the landing at Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge with Gen. Patton's 3rd Army, and remained in Europe with the Army of Occupation through 1945.

Following his discharge from the military, Vernon returned to Norton County where he began working for the Kansas Department of Transportation as an engineering technician.  He also became a skilled licensed land surveyor, a job he continued to enjoy after retirement from his occupation with the State of Kansas. 

Vernon married Donna Maxine Madden on August 17, 1963.  They had a marriage of nearly 56 years.  Donna passed away on March 7, 2019.  Vernon loved country music, travels to the Ozarks and Branson, Missouri, reading and a lively conversation.  He belonged to the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Norton Christian Church. 

Survivors include his nephews and nieces: Roberta Goldsberry, Steve Fisher, Melissa Delimont, Gary Sebelius, Doug Sebelius, Dan Archibald, Jeff Roberts, Stan Roberts and Joni Danielson, and a sister-in-law, Beverly Roberts. 

Vernon was preceded in death by his siblings: Nelda Fisher, Bette Sebelius, Loene Archibald and Don Roberts; and a nephew, Mike Archibald.

FUNERAL SERVICE – Friday, August 21, 2020

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

INTERMENT – Norton Cemetery – Norton, KS

MEMORIAL – Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post 63

Vernon Delmer Roberts passed away at Whispering Pines in Norton, Kansas, August 10, 2020. Vernon was born to Ralph and Lela Ann Roberts on October 9, 1921, in Norton County, and grew up on a farm in Belle Plaine Township.Vernon attended schools in Norton County and worked briefly for the Conservation Corp before enlisting in the United States Army during World War II. He survived the landing at Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge with Gen. Patton's 3rd Army, and remained in Europe with the Army of Occupation through 1945.Following his discharge from the military, Vernon returned to Norton County where he began working for the Kansas Department of Transportation as an engineering technician. He also became a skilled licensed land surveyor, a job he continued to enjoy after retirement from his occupation with the State of Kansas. Vernon married Donna Maxine Madden on August 17, 1963. They had a marriage of nearly 56 years. Donna passed away on March 7, 2019. Vernon loved country music, travels to the Ozarks and Branson, Missouri, reading and a lively conversation. He belonged to the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Norton Christian Church. Survivors include his nephews and nieces: Roberta Goldsberry, Steve Fisher, Melissa Delimont, Gary Sebelius, Doug Sebelius, Dan Archibald, Jeff Roberts, Stan Roberts and Joni Danielson, and a sister-in-law, Beverly Roberts. Vernon was preceded in death by his siblings: Nelda Fisher, Bette Sebelius, Loene Archibald and Don Roberts; and a nephew, Mike Archibald.FUNERAL SERVICE – Friday, August 21, 2020PLACE – Enfield Funeral Home – 215 W. Main – Norton, KSINTERMENT – Norton Cemetery – Norton, KSMEMORIAL – Harmonson-Redd American Legion Post 63

Vernon Delmer Roberts

Mary Ellen “Jill” Herres, 94, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2020,
 in Hoisington. She was born in White Hall, Illinois, to Dr. Hans 
William and Marian (Winn) Broberg. Jill was a resident of Hoisington, 
Kansas.

Jill was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority at Kansas State 
University where she met her future husband, James Edward “Eddie” 
Herres. She graduated from K-State in 1947 and moved to San Francisco, 
California, to work. She and Eddie were married on October 18, 1947, in 
Carmel-By-The-Sea, California. They moved back to Hoisington where Eddie
 was born and raised and she became an active member of the community.

An avid reader, Jill was a long time Board member of the 
Hoisington Library. She loved animals, especially dogs, and had some 
very special pets. She enjoyed playing golf and attending local 
concerts, theater and events; she traveled to Europe and Asia. She 
remained involved with Delta Delta Delta and really enjoyed her PEO 
sisters and their good times.

She was passionate about her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She and Eddie raised two children, Blake E. Herres, DDS, of 
Hoisington, and Kim A. Herres, of Atlanta, GA. They survive and will 
miss her so very much. She was a wonderful and loving mother and wife 
and so much fun! Young and old enjoyed her company and she had friends 
of all ages and all walks of life. All who knew her will miss this very 
special person who loved life and lived it to its fullest.

Jill is survived by; her children, Blake and Kim; and her sister, 
Elizabeth Bowers (Shannon) of Sun City West, AZ; grandchildren, Addie 
Baird (Zach), Sarah Linsner (Kevin) and Hannah Herres; eight great 
grandchildren; and two nieces and two nephews. She was preceded in death
 by her parents and her brother, Dr. William Broberg, of Hoisington

Cremation has been chosen. Services will be private, immediate 
family only. Friends may sign the book 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at the 
funeral home.

Memorials may be given to the Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, 
the Hoisington Library, or the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Mary Ellen “Jill” Herres, 94, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2020,
 in Hoisington. She was born in White Hall, Illinois, to Dr. Hans 
William and Marian (Winn) Broberg. Jill was a resident of Hoisington, 
Kansas.Jill was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority at Kansas State 
University where she met her future husband, James Edward “Eddie” 
Herres. She graduated from K-State in 1947 and moved to San Francisco, 
California, to work. She and Eddie were married on October 18, 1947, in 
Carmel-By-The-Sea, California. They moved back to Hoisington where Eddie
 was born and raised and she became an active member of the community.An avid reader, Jill was a long time Board member of the 
Hoisington Library. She loved animals, especially dogs, and had some 
very special pets. She enjoyed playing golf and attending local 
concerts, theater and events; she traveled to Europe and Asia. She 
remained involved with Delta Delta Delta and really enjoyed her PEO 
sisters and their good times.She was passionate about her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.She and Eddie raised two children, Blake E. Herres, DDS, of 
Hoisington, and Kim A. Herres, of Atlanta, GA. They survive and will 
miss her so very much. She was a wonderful and loving mother and wife 
and so much fun! Young and old enjoyed her company and she had friends 
of all ages and all walks of life. All who knew her will miss this very 
special person who loved life and lived it to its fullest.Jill is survived by; her children, Blake and Kim; and her sister, 
Elizabeth Bowers (Shannon) of Sun City West, AZ; grandchildren, Addie 
Baird (Zach), Sarah Linsner (Kevin) and Hannah Herres; eight great 
grandchildren; and two nieces and two nephews. She was preceded in death
 by her parents and her brother, Dr. William Broberg, of HoisingtonCremation has been chosen. Services will be private, immediate 
family only. Friends may sign the book 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at the 
funeral home.Memorials may be given to the Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, 
the Hoisington Library, or the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Mary Ellen 'Jill' Herres

Catherine (Gilsdorf) Orth Wahlmeier, 
age 89, of Hays, passed away on Thursday, August 13th, 2020, at Good 
Samaritan Society. She was born on December 21, 1930 in Hilbert, WI to 
Joseph and Martha (Leonhard) Gilsdorf.

She married Harold Orth on November 12,
 1952. He preceded her in death in 1974. She married Robert Wahlmeier on
 August 2, 1975. He preceded her in death in 2011.

Catherine received her nursing diploma 
in 1951 in Fond du Lac, WI and began her nursing career in Hays, Kansas 
with the Agnesian Nuns at St. Anthony’s Hospital. After she married 
Harold Orth, she became a full-time mother and homemaker, but she always
 kept her RN license current.

Catherine was a fierce defender of the 
unborn. She became active in the Right to Life movement serving on the 
board of Right to Life of Kansas and speaking out against Planned 
Parenthood. Catherine participated in more than 25 annual Marches for 
Life in Washington D. C. She daily prayed the rosary in front of the 
local Planned Parenthood in Hays, KS whose doors finally closed in 2014.
 She was awarded the Guardian of Life Award from the Diocese of Salina 
in September 2008. Catherine also wrote a pro-life article entitled 
“Time for Life” in the Ellis County Star from 1974-1989. She served on 
Ladies’ Auxiliary that helped raise funds for Mary Elizabeth Maternity 
Home.

Catherine was a parishioner of St. 
Joseph’s Catholic Church and a daily communicant, made countless holy 
hours and sang in the choir. She was a member of Christian Mother’s, the
 Third Order Franciscans, and Perpetual Adorers. Catherine also 
volunteered her time praying the rosary and singing in nursing 
facilities throughout Hays. She recently started a prayer group in her 
home that continued while living at Good Samaritan Society.

Catherine enjoyed dancing, baking and 
sewing. She was a skilled quilt maker and made hundreds of quilts for 
weddings and births of family and friends. She also donated quilts to 
the Samaritan House for the homeless population in Denver.&nbsp; 
Catherine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, 
friend and advocate of the unborn. She will be greatly missed by all.&nbsp;

Catherine is survived by three sons: 
Joseph Orth of Bellevue, KY; John (Ginger) Orth of Loyal, WI; and 
Michael Orth of Jefferson, GA; Seven Daughters: Joan Holt of Wright 
City, MO; Maggie (John) Cosner of Gillette, WY; Mary Burks of Stone 
Mountain, GA; Martha (Vince) Ervin of Clemson, SC; Maureen (Bob) 
McDaniel of Rogersville, TN; Judy (Jason) Berry of Denver, CO; and 
Jacinta (Dan) Gosbeth of Sahuarita, AZ. Four step-sons: Mark (Julie) 
Wahlmeier of Tulsa, OK; Thaddeus Wahlmeier of Tulsa, OK; Camillus 
(Dorrene) Wahlmeier of Wamego, KS; and Nathaniel (Elizabeth) Wahlmeier 
of Noble, OK; Six step-daughters: Rose (Bob) Ponder of Sherman, TX; Joan
 Wahlmeier of Kent, WA; Germaine Wahlmeier of The Colony, TX; Roberta 
(Ed) Valdez of Ogden, UT; Cordelia (James) Stephan of Allen, TX; 
Bibianna (Jason) Maddox of Flower Mound, TX; Brothers: Joe (Rosie) 
Gilsdorf of WI; Leo (Diane) Gilsdorf of Decatur, GA; Sisters: Mary Pable
 of WI; Margaret (Kris) Keij of Doraville, GA; Therese Stogner of 
Atlanta, GA as well as 56 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by parents, 
her first husband, Harold Orth, her second husband, Robert Wahlmeier, 
her daughters, Mary Catherine Orth, Margaret Rose Orth, and Mary Frances
 Orth, stepson Silverius Wahlmeier, and brother James Gilsdorf.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be 10 AM 
Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial
 will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery.

Visitation will be Monday 4 PM –
 8 PM and Tuesday 9 AM – 9:30 AM at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Monday at 5 PM will be the Franciscans Prayer Service and the Parish Vigil Service will be at 7 PMM all at the funeral chapel.

Cards may be sent to the family at Care of Margaret Cosner 1615 Country Club Road Gillette, WY 82718.

In lieu of cards and flowers memorial donations may be sent to Kansas Right to Life PO Box 12044 Wichita, KS 67277-2044.

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 </figure>Catherine (Gilsdorf) Orth Wahlmeier, 
age 89, of Hays, passed away on Thursday, August 13th, 2020, at Good 
Samaritan Society. She was born on December 21, 1930 in Hilbert, WI to 
Joseph and Martha (Leonhard) Gilsdorf.She married Harold Orth on November 12,
 1952. He preceded her in death in 1974. She married Robert Wahlmeier on
 August 2, 1975. He preceded her in death in 2011.Catherine received her nursing diploma 
in 1951 in Fond du Lac, WI and began her nursing career in Hays, Kansas 
with the Agnesian Nuns at St. Anthony’s Hospital. After she married 
Harold Orth, she became a full-time mother and homemaker, but she always
 kept her RN license current.Catherine was a fierce defender of the 
unborn. She became active in the Right to Life movement serving on the 
board of Right to Life of Kansas and speaking out against Planned 
Parenthood. Catherine participated in more than 25 annual Marches for 
Life in Washington D. C. She daily prayed the rosary in front of the 
local Planned Parenthood in Hays, KS whose doors finally closed in 2014.
 She was awarded the Guardian of Life Award from the Diocese of Salina 
in September 2008. Catherine also wrote a pro-life article entitled 
“Time for Life” in the Ellis County Star from 1974-1989. She served on 
Ladies’ Auxiliary that helped raise funds for Mary Elizabeth Maternity 
Home.Catherine was a parishioner of St. 
Joseph’s Catholic Church and a daily communicant, made countless holy 
hours and sang in the choir. She was a member of Christian Mother’s, the
 Third Order Franciscans, and Perpetual Adorers. Catherine also 
volunteered her time praying the rosary and singing in nursing 
facilities throughout Hays. She recently started a prayer group in her 
home that continued while living at Good Samaritan Society.Catherine enjoyed dancing, baking and 
sewing. She was a skilled quilt maker and made hundreds of quilts for 
weddings and births of family and friends. She also donated quilts to 
the Samaritan House for the homeless population in Denver.&nbsp; 
Catherine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, 
friend and advocate of the unborn. She will be greatly missed by all.&nbsp;Catherine is survived by three sons: 
Joseph Orth of Bellevue, KY; John (Ginger) Orth of Loyal, WI; and 
Michael Orth of Jefferson, GA; Seven Daughters: Joan Holt of Wright 
City, MO; Maggie (John) Cosner of Gillette, WY; Mary Burks of Stone 
Mountain, GA; Martha (Vince) Ervin of Clemson, SC; Maureen (Bob) 
McDaniel of Rogersville, TN; Judy (Jason) Berry of Denver, CO; and 
Jacinta (Dan) Gosbeth of Sahuarita, AZ. Four step-sons: Mark (Julie) 
Wahlmeier of Tulsa, OK; Thaddeus Wahlmeier of Tulsa, OK; Camillus 
(Dorrene) Wahlmeier of Wamego, KS; and Nathaniel (Elizabeth) Wahlmeier 
of Noble, OK; Six step-daughters: Rose (Bob) Ponder of Sherman, TX; Joan
 Wahlmeier of Kent, WA; Germaine Wahlmeier of The Colony, TX; Roberta 
(Ed) Valdez of Ogden, UT; Cordelia (James) Stephan of Allen, TX; 
Bibianna (Jason) Maddox of Flower Mound, TX; Brothers: Joe (Rosie) 
Gilsdorf of WI; Leo (Diane) Gilsdorf of Decatur, GA; Sisters: Mary Pable
 of WI; Margaret (Kris) Keij of Doraville, GA; Therese Stogner of 
Atlanta, GA as well as 56 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by parents, 
her first husband, Harold Orth, her second husband, Robert Wahlmeier, 
her daughters, Mary Catherine Orth, Margaret Rose Orth, and Mary Frances
 Orth, stepson Silverius Wahlmeier, and brother James Gilsdorf.&nbsp;Funeral services will be 10 AM 
Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays. Burial
 will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery.Visitation will be Monday 4 PM –
 8 PM and Tuesday 9 AM – 9:30 AM at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.Monday at 5 PM will be the Franciscans Prayer Service and the Parish Vigil Service will be at 7 PMM all at the funeral chapel.Cards may be sent to the family at Care of Margaret Cosner 1615 Country Club Road Gillette, WY 82718.In lieu of cards and flowers memorial donations may be sent to Kansas Right to Life PO Box 12044 Wichita, KS 67277-2044.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Catherine (Gilsdorf) Orth Wahlmeier

Barbara F. Fox, 86, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Wilson Care 
and Rehabilitation in Wilson, KS. She was born on September 12, 1933 in 
Larned, KS to CG and Leora (Nulf) Hammond. She was a 1950 graduate of 
Larned High School. Barbara was united in marriage to Melvin V. Fox on 
January 5, 1952 in Larned. They were blessed with seven sons and two 
daughters.
 Barbara worked as a Medical Records Designee at Wilson Nursing 
Center for several years and was also a farmer’s wife. She was very 
active and involved with the Catholic Church being a member of the 
Daughters of Isabella at St. Wenceslaus Church and the St. Joseph Altar 
Society in Dorrance. She loved spending time with her grandkids and also
 enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, reading, and always enjoyed volunteering 
for the next activity that came around.
 Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Melvin of Ellsworth; 
sons, Rocky (Linda) Fox of Pratt, Gary (Darla) Fox of Offerle, Roger 
(Debbie) Fox of Hoxie, and Calvin (Bonnie) Fox of Hoisington; daughter, 
Beverly (Mike) Wesley of Lake City; sister-in-law, Barbara Hammond of 
Larned; grandchildren, Toni (Jason) Flax, Jessica (Johnny) Howard, 
Amanda (Jon) Rucker, Christopher Wesley, Elizebeth (Mark) Fitch, Sarah 
(Auston) Burenheide, Lisa (William) Washington, Nicholas (Josie) Fox, 
Michael (Carrine) Fox, Chris (Cherie) Fox, Eric (Dani) Fox, Ericka 
(Josh) Kleweno, Brian (Billie) Fox, Evie Fox, Neilda Fox, Emily (Dallas)
 Harman, Jennifer Fox, Brandy Fox, Brooks (Alyssa) Fox, Brittany (Rob) 
Daughtry, Jody Fox, Theresa (Ron) Movilla, Tammy (George) Mullen, Tim 
(Christina) MacCord, Michael Fox, Dean Fox, Grace (Trey) Fox, Lukas Fox,
 Chad Brungardt, Jessica (Julian) Rose, Ashley (Jeremy) Ortiz, and Erica
 (Jose) Valles; and 60 great-grandchildren.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, CG and Leora; sons, Larry 
Fox, Terry Fox, and Matt Fox; daughter, Judy MacCord; brothers, Jim and 
David Hammond; sister, Patricia Young; and grandson; Trent Fox.
 Barbara had a deep love and devotion for her husband, children, 
family and community. Her great love and faith in God was not only a 
constant source of strength for herself, but also for all who knew her. 
She will be remembered for her tender care, her contagious smile as 
bright as sunshine, and always there to help when needed. Her beautiful 
spirit will endure forever. Although she has now gone home to be with 
her Lord, the legacy of her love, laughter, and joy will live in our 
hearts and memories forever. She will be greatly missed by all who knew
 her, but the celebration of her life and memories will never be 
forgotten.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, 
August 18, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dorrance. Burial will 
follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held on 
Monday, 2:00PM until 8:00PM, with a Rosary/Vigil service at 6:30PM at 
the funeral home in Wilson. Family will receive friends from 6:00PM 
until 8:00PM. Visitation will also be held Tuesday at the funeral home 
from 9:00AM until 9:30AM.
 Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Altar Society or Wilson Care 
and Rehabilitation and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral 
Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

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 </figure>Barbara F. Fox, 86, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Wilson Care 
and Rehabilitation in Wilson, KS. She was born on September 12, 1933 in 
Larned, KS to CG and Leora (Nulf) Hammond. She was a 1950 graduate of 
Larned High School. Barbara was united in marriage to Melvin V. Fox on 
January 5, 1952 in Larned. They were blessed with seven sons and two 
daughters.
 Barbara worked as a Medical Records Designee at Wilson Nursing 
Center for several years and was also a farmer’s wife. She was very 
active and involved with the Catholic Church being a member of the 
Daughters of Isabella at St. Wenceslaus Church and the St. Joseph Altar 
Society in Dorrance. She loved spending time with her grandkids and also
 enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, reading, and always enjoyed volunteering 
for the next activity that came around.
 Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Melvin of Ellsworth; 
sons, Rocky (Linda) Fox of Pratt, Gary (Darla) Fox of Offerle, Roger 
(Debbie) Fox of Hoxie, and Calvin (Bonnie) Fox of Hoisington; daughter, 
Beverly (Mike) Wesley of Lake City; sister-in-law, Barbara Hammond of 
Larned; grandchildren, Toni (Jason) Flax, Jessica (Johnny) Howard, 
Amanda (Jon) Rucker, Christopher Wesley, Elizebeth (Mark) Fitch, Sarah 
(Auston) Burenheide, Lisa (William) Washington, Nicholas (Josie) Fox, 
Michael (Carrine) Fox, Chris (Cherie) Fox, Eric (Dani) Fox, Ericka 
(Josh) Kleweno, Brian (Billie) Fox, Evie Fox, Neilda Fox, Emily (Dallas)
 Harman, Jennifer Fox, Brandy Fox, Brooks (Alyssa) Fox, Brittany (Rob) 
Daughtry, Jody Fox, Theresa (Ron) Movilla, Tammy (George) Mullen, Tim 
(Christina) MacCord, Michael Fox, Dean Fox, Grace (Trey) Fox, Lukas Fox,
 Chad Brungardt, Jessica (Julian) Rose, Ashley (Jeremy) Ortiz, and Erica
 (Jose) Valles; and 60 great-grandchildren.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, CG and Leora; sons, Larry 
Fox, Terry Fox, and Matt Fox; daughter, Judy MacCord; brothers, Jim and 
David Hammond; sister, Patricia Young; and grandson; Trent Fox.
 Barbara had a deep love and devotion for her husband, children, 
family and community. Her great love and faith in God was not only a 
constant source of strength for herself, but also for all who knew her. 
She will be remembered for her tender care, her contagious smile as 
bright as sunshine, and always there to help when needed. Her beautiful 
spirit will endure forever. Although she has now gone home to be with 
her Lord, the legacy of her love, laughter, and joy will live in our 
hearts and memories forever. She will be greatly missed by all who knew
 her, but the celebration of her life and memories will never be 
forgotten.
 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, 
August 18, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dorrance. Burial will 
follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held on 
Monday, 2:00PM until 8:00PM, with a Rosary/Vigil service at 6:30PM at 
the funeral home in Wilson. Family will receive friends from 6:00PM 
until 8:00PM. Visitation will also be held Tuesday at the funeral home 
from 9:00AM until 9:30AM.
 Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Altar Society or Wilson Care 
and Rehabilitation and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral 
Home, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

Barbara F. Fox

Richard Eugene Boxberger, 85, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at the Main Street Manor in Russell Regional Hospital.

Richard was born November 22, 1934, in Russell, the son of Herman and Pauline (Funk) Boxberger.  He grew up and attended school in Russell.  After graduation, he attended Kansas Wesleyan in Salina, Kansas before entering the military, serving in the U.S. Navy.  He married the love of his life, Carmen Wiley, in 1957.  They made their home in Glenview, Illinois, while serving in the military.  Upon their return to Russell, he worked for Bud Motzkus, then for Fritz and Joan Waymaster at the Playdium Bowl until they sold the business. 

Richard was a farmer at heart, it was not a job, but a passion.  He had been working in or with farming his whole life, including custom farming for the Witt family with his sons.  In addition to farming his other loves were bowling, golf and snooker.  He retired in 2006 and became part of the afternoon “gang” at the Russell Senior Center, until his health began to fail in 2013.  Richard will be remembered for his quick wit and his fierce love and loyalty for his family and friends.

Surviving family include his wife of 62 years, Carmen of the home; three sons, Michael Boxberger (Jennifer) of Raymore, Missouri, Martin Boxberger (Katharine) of Olathe, Kansas and Mont Boxberger (Linda) of Olathe, Kansas; brother, Gerald Boxberger (Shirley) of Russell, Kansas; sister, Veramae Henry of Great Bend, Kansas; six grandchildren, Bailey and Peyton Boxberger of Olathe, Kansas, Brody and Brock Boxberger of Olathe, Kansas, Gabriel and Carmen Boxberger of Raymore, Missouri.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Wilmer Boxberger, brother-in-law Bob Henry, sister-in-law Estella Boxberger and granddaughter, precious baby Faith. 

Celebration of Richard’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.  A private family burial of Ashes will follow at a later date.  Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday, August 17, 2020 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.  Memorials have been established with Calvary Chapel – Assembly of God Church or Russell Senior Center. 

 Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Richard Eugene Boxberger, 85, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at the Main Street Manor in Russell Regional Hospital.Richard was born November 22, 1934, in Russell, the son of Herman and Pauline (Funk) Boxberger. He grew up and attended school in Russell. After graduation, he attended Kansas Wesleyan in Salina, Kansas before entering the military, serving in the U.S. Navy. He married the love of his life, Carmen Wiley, in 1957. They made their home in Glenview, Illinois, while serving in the military. Upon their return to Russell, he worked for Bud Motzkus, then for Fritz and Joan Waymaster at the Playdium Bowl until they sold the business. Richard was a farmer at heart, it was not a job, but a passion. He had been working in or with farming his whole life, including custom farming for the Witt family with his sons. In addition to farming his other loves were bowling, golf and snooker. He retired in 2006 and became part of the afternoon “gang” at the Russell Senior Center, until his health began to fail in 2013. Richard will be remembered for his quick wit and his fierce love and loyalty for his family and friends.Surviving family include his wife of 62 years, Carmen of the home; three sons, Michael Boxberger (Jennifer) of Raymore, Missouri, Martin Boxberger (Katharine) of Olathe, Kansas and Mont Boxberger (Linda) of Olathe, Kansas; brother, Gerald Boxberger (Shirley) of Russell, Kansas; sister, Veramae Henry of Great Bend, Kansas; six grandchildren, Bailey and Peyton Boxberger of Olathe, Kansas, Brody and Brock Boxberger of Olathe, Kansas, Gabriel and Carmen Boxberger of Raymore, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Wilmer Boxberger, brother-in-law Bob Henry, sister-in-law Estella Boxberger and granddaughter, precious baby Faith. Celebration of Richard’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary. A private family burial of Ashes will follow at a later date. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday, August 17, 2020 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary. Memorials have been established with Calvary Chapel – Assembly of God Church or Russell Senior Center. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Richard Eugene Boxberger

Pastor Steve Dinkel, age 62, of Hays, Kansas, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at his home.&nbsp; He was born June 7, 1958, in Plainville, Kansas, to Leo and Odellia “Tillie” (Schamberger) Dinkel.&nbsp; He married Kathy (Mall) on February 27, 1982, in Hays, Kansas.

He became the pastor at Liberty Foursquare Church (then Liberty Christian Fellowship) in 1994 and spent the last 20 years in full-time ministry.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

He was raised in Quinter, Kansas and was a 1976 graduate from Quinter High School.&nbsp; He attended one year at Maur Hill-Mount Academy in Atchison, Kansas. Steve, being a life-long student, attended Oral Roberts University in 1977, earned an associate’s degree in 2006 from Fort Hays State University, and graduated in 2010 from Victory Bible Institute.

He spent his early career in sales—selling cars at Unruh Chevrolet in Quinter, Kansas; Tink’s Auto Mart in Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Harries’ Motor Company in WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a salesman for Western Office Supply and Northwestern Office Suppliers both in Hays, Kansas from 1985 to 2000.&nbsp;

Steve enjoyed RV’ing with his family in the Colorado Rockies, and also enjoyed helping people purchase cars.

Survivors include his wife Kathy, of the home; two sons, Chris Dinkel and wife, Ervis, New York, NY; Matt Dinkel and wife, Rebekah, Olathe, KS; two daughters, Molly Lofstrom and husband, Chris, Hays, KS; Amanda Dinkel and her husband, Indiana Elman, Wichita, KS; one brother, Dennis Dinkel, Liberal, KS; four grandchildren, Liam Dinkel, Marcelyn and Erin Lofstrom, Shiloh Dinkel; and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded by his parents; his father-law, Gene Mall and his mother-in-law, Charlotte Mall-Brantley.&nbsp;

A family only funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Liberty Foursquare Church, 400 East 7th Street, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; A live stream broadcast for the public will be available at Liberty Foursquare Church Hays FACEBOOK PAGE.&nbsp; Burial will be at Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to Foursquare Missions Press; St. Joseph’s Food Pantry; or Liberty Foursquare Church, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Pastor Steve Dinkel, age 62, of Hays, Kansas, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at his home.&nbsp; He was born June 7, 1958, in Plainville, Kansas, to Leo and Odellia “Tillie” (Schamberger) Dinkel.&nbsp; He married Kathy (Mall) on February 27, 1982, in Hays, Kansas.He became the pastor at Liberty Foursquare Church (then Liberty Christian Fellowship) in 1994 and spent the last 20 years in full-time ministry.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He was raised in Quinter, Kansas and was a 1976 graduate from Quinter High School.&nbsp; He attended one year at Maur Hill-Mount Academy in Atchison, Kansas. Steve, being a life-long student, attended Oral Roberts University in 1977, earned an associate’s degree in 2006 from Fort Hays State University, and graduated in 2010 from Victory Bible Institute.He spent his early career in sales—selling cars at Unruh Chevrolet in Quinter, Kansas; Tink’s Auto Mart in Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Harries’ Motor Company in WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a salesman for Western Office Supply and Northwestern Office Suppliers both in Hays, Kansas from 1985 to 2000.&nbsp;Steve enjoyed RV’ing with his family in the Colorado Rockies, and also enjoyed helping people purchase cars.Survivors include his wife Kathy, of the home; two sons, Chris Dinkel and wife, Ervis, New York, NY; Matt Dinkel and wife, Rebekah, Olathe, KS; two daughters, Molly Lofstrom and husband, Chris, Hays, KS; Amanda Dinkel and her husband, Indiana Elman, Wichita, KS; one brother, Dennis Dinkel, Liberal, KS; four grandchildren, Liam Dinkel, Marcelyn and Erin Lofstrom, Shiloh Dinkel; and a number of nieces and nephews.He was preceded by his parents; his father-law, Gene Mall and his mother-in-law, Charlotte Mall-Brantley.&nbsp;A family only funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Liberty Foursquare Church, 400 East 7th Street, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; A live stream broadcast for the public will be available at Liberty Foursquare Church Hays FACEBOOK PAGE.&nbsp; Burial will be at Mount Allen Cemetery, Hays, Kansas.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;The family suggests memorials to Foursquare Missions Press; St. Joseph’s Food Pantry; or Liberty Foursquare Church, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; &nbsp;Due to the coronavirus, if you have a cough, fever or are not feeling well, please use our e-mail or on line guestbook.&nbsp; Social distancing and wearing masks will be required at the visitation and funeral service.&nbsp;Condolences can be sent via e-mail to <a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a> or can be left at guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Pastor Steve Dinkel 

Ninety-six years of family, friends, food, and fun anchored in Love 
only begins to describe Irma Deeds. Irma was born in Blue Earth, MN on 
July 11th, 1924 and died August 10th, 2020 at the Goodland Regional 
Medical Center.&nbsp;

She was known for her great hospitality extended to family and 
friends throughout her life and quietly brought out the best in people 
mainly in her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved to give her time 
freely to teach, encourage, laugh and to humbly persevere.&nbsp;

After graduation from Bird City High School and WWII was over, Irma 
married Wayne Deeds in 1945 and they happily lived on their Beaver Creek
 ranch.&nbsp; Wayne and Irma had four children: Reva (Jon) Eicher, Linda 
(Ray) Crumbaker, Bill (Janice) Deeds and Jeanie (Fred) Schields.&nbsp;

Irma would help Wayne tend to the cattle early in the morning, fry 
chickens along with prepared fresh garden vegetables, run to town to 
install hand-made drapes-----all within a half days’ time.&nbsp; Irma 
understood the value of hard work and the gain it would bring her 
family, and what it would teach them.&nbsp; Irma’s beautiful hand-sewn 
drapes, interior decorating and wedding hostess skills became an admired
 passion for Irma.&nbsp; Against all odds at the age of 50, she founded a 
highly successful drapery business.&nbsp; In 2002 Wayne and Irma sold the 
ranch and moved to Colby where they lived until Wayne’s death in 2008.&nbsp; 
Irma moved to Goodland shortly after to be closer to family.

Irma is preceded in death by her husband Wayne and all four of her 
siblings. Irma is virtually the last surviving member of a 24-person 
Pinochle Club from Bird City.

She is survived by all of her children and their spouses, 13 
grandchildren Michele Preston, Rick (Stacey) Eicher, Pete (Kendra) 
Eicher, Porter Crumbaker, Preston (Ally) Crumbaker, Paxton (Ciara) 
Crumbaker, Parker Crumbaker, Zac (Nikki) Deeds, Sara (Matt) Bromley, 
Tiffany (Scott) Mathias, Tahnee (Justin) Mueske, Tatum (Andy) Kepler and
 Tennille (Nick) Roppo, 20 great grandchildren, 3 great great 
grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

During her later years, Irma’s competitive spirit was evident in her 
card playing with the grandchildren and her passion for sports mainly 
Kansas college basketball teams.

After 63 years of marriage, Wayne wrote in his last poem:

“But most important in My Life…….is IRMA, my joy and my wife!"

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

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 </figure>Ninety-six years of family, friends, food, and fun anchored in Love 
only begins to describe Irma Deeds. Irma was born in Blue Earth, MN on 
July 11th, 1924 and died August 10th, 2020 at the Goodland Regional 
Medical Center.&nbsp;She was known for her great hospitality extended to family and 
friends throughout her life and quietly brought out the best in people 
mainly in her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She loved to give her time 
freely to teach, encourage, laugh and to humbly persevere.&nbsp;After graduation from Bird City High School and WWII was over, Irma 
married Wayne Deeds in 1945 and they happily lived on their Beaver Creek
 ranch.&nbsp; Wayne and Irma had four children: Reva (Jon) Eicher, Linda 
(Ray) Crumbaker, Bill (Janice) Deeds and Jeanie (Fred) Schields.&nbsp;Irma would help Wayne tend to the cattle early in the morning, fry 
chickens along with prepared fresh garden vegetables, run to town to 
install hand-made drapes-----all within a half days’ time.&nbsp; Irma 
understood the value of hard work and the gain it would bring her 
family, and what it would teach them.&nbsp; Irma’s beautiful hand-sewn 
drapes, interior decorating and wedding hostess skills became an admired
 passion for Irma.&nbsp; Against all odds at the age of 50, she founded a 
highly successful drapery business.&nbsp; In 2002 Wayne and Irma sold the 
ranch and moved to Colby where they lived until Wayne’s death in 2008.&nbsp; 
Irma moved to Goodland shortly after to be closer to family.Irma is preceded in death by her husband Wayne and all four of her 
siblings. Irma is virtually the last surviving member of a 24-person 
Pinochle Club from Bird City.She is survived by all of her children and their spouses, 13 
grandchildren Michele Preston, Rick (Stacey) Eicher, Pete (Kendra) 
Eicher, Porter Crumbaker, Preston (Ally) Crumbaker, Paxton (Ciara) 
Crumbaker, Parker Crumbaker, Zac (Nikki) Deeds, Sara (Matt) Bromley, 
Tiffany (Scott) Mathias, Tahnee (Justin) Mueske, Tatum (Andy) Kepler and
 Tennille (Nick) Roppo, 20 great grandchildren, 3 great great 
grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;During her later years, Irma’s competitive spirit was evident in her 
card playing with the grandchildren and her passion for sports mainly 
Kansas college basketball teams.After 63 years of marriage, Wayne wrote in his last poem:“But most important in My Life…….is IRMA, my joy and my wife!"Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Irma-Deeds">HERE</a> for service details.

Irma D. (Carstens) Deeds

We celebrate the life of Alberta Kraus, from Albert, Kansas, who died
 at the age of 105, on August 5, 2020, at The Villages of Jackson Creek,
 Independence, Missouri.

Alberta’s families honor her gracious nature, her devotion to family,
 and her church. She loved music, reading, and playing cards, and had a 
passion for decorating, cooking, and kindness and service to others. We 
are so proud to have had such a fine parent.

She is survived by her four children, Thayne Kraus (wife Leona), 
Lorna Shaw (husband Don), Marilyn Ginther (husband Glenn), and Karen 
Organ (husband Wayne); grandchildren; great grandchildren; great great 
grandchildren; and one brother, Frank Offutt. She was preceded in death 
by her parents, Agnes and I.S. Offutt; six of her seven siblings; her 
husband of 48 years, Harvey M. Kraus; and her second husband of 18 
years, Elmer Mausolf.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
services will be announced at a later date and inurnment will be in the 
Great Bend Cemetery.

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 </figure>We celebrate the life of Alberta Kraus, from Albert, Kansas, who died
 at the age of 105, on August 5, 2020, at The Villages of Jackson Creek,
 Independence, Missouri.Alberta’s families honor her gracious nature, her devotion to family,
 and her church. She loved music, reading, and playing cards, and had a 
passion for decorating, cooking, and kindness and service to others. We 
are so proud to have had such a fine parent.She is survived by her four children, Thayne Kraus (wife Leona), 
Lorna Shaw (husband Don), Marilyn Ginther (husband Glenn), and Karen 
Organ (husband Wayne); grandchildren; great grandchildren; great great 
grandchildren; and one brother, Frank Offutt. She was preceded in death 
by her parents, Agnes and I.S. Offutt; six of her seven siblings; her 
husband of 48 years, Harvey M. Kraus; and her second husband of 18 
years, Elmer Mausolf.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
services will be announced at a later date and inurnment will be in the 
Great Bend Cemetery.

Alberta Kraus

Andrew William Bock, 36, died Friday, August 7, 2020. 

Graveside Memorial Service at  2:00 pm, Thursday, August 13, 2020, at Oak Creek Cemetery in Smith County, Kansas. 

 Andy was a skilled heavy equipment operator who recently moved to Wichita and had begun work with Dondlinger Construction.  He was a son, a brother, uncle, and a friend, and he will be missed and remembered by many. 

 Survived by parents Robert and Terri Bock of Ellsworth, KS; brother, Jason Bock (Karen) of Wichita, KS; sister Erica McCabe (Tim) of Guilford, IN; three nieces (Whitley, Violet, and Ava) and a nephew (Nicholas).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Andrew William Bock, 36, died Friday, August 7, 2020. Graveside Memorial Service at 2:00 pm, Thursday, August 13, 2020, at Oak Creek Cemetery in Smith County, Kansas. Andy was a skilled heavy equipment operator who recently moved to Wichita and had begun work with Dondlinger Construction. He was a son, a brother, uncle, and a friend, and he will be missed and remembered by many. Survived by parents Robert and Terri Bock of Ellsworth, KS; brother, Jason Bock (Karen) of Wichita, KS; sister Erica McCabe (Tim) of Guilford, IN; three nieces (Whitley, Violet, and Ava) and a nephew (Nicholas).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Andrew William Bock

Melva Jean Hawkins, 82, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at Parkview Care Center, Osborne, KS. 
 Jean was born May 23, 1938 on the family farm to Wardie M. and Lavina 
C. (Carver) Hawkins.&nbsp; She was a member of the First Christian Church and
 past president of the Chamber of Commerce both of Smith Center. 
 Jean spent many years as a business women on the main street of Smith 
Center where she owned her own clothing store and also did accounting 
for several other businesses.&nbsp; Jean enjoyed cooking, watching RFD TV, 
driving around town to see if anything new was happening, talking on the
 phone, visiting with her family and listening to the local scanner for 
news to pass along.&nbsp; She loved her three grandchildren and was a 
honorary grandmother to all of their friends and was affectingly known 
as the "Grandma Taxi".&nbsp; She enjoyed watching the school channel when any
 of the grandkids played sports or a school activity.&nbsp; She was 
passionate about organizing family dinners and planning her high school 
class reunion, class of 1956. She was preceded in death by 
her parents, brother Duane Hawkins, two nephews, Larry Baetz and Jerry 
Hawkins, brother-in-law Leland Baetz and nephew-in-law Milo Shellito. 
 Jean is survived by her son Darin (Jessica) Hawkins of Smith Center; 
sister Helen Baetz of Smith Center; sister-in-law Maydeen Hawkins of 
Smith Center, three grandchildren, Ashton, Avery and Adrian Hawkins all 
of Smith Center and many nieces and nephews. A 
celebration of Jean's life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 
11, 2020 at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center,
 KS, with Pastor Randy Hill officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 
1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, 2020 with family present to 
greet friends from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Burial 
will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may 
be given to Melva Jean Hawkins Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of 
the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Melva Jean Hawkins, 82, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at Parkview Care Center, Osborne, KS. 
 Jean was born May 23, 1938 on the family farm to Wardie M. and Lavina 
C. (Carver) Hawkins.&nbsp; She was a member of the First Christian Church and
 past president of the Chamber of Commerce both of Smith Center. 
 Jean spent many years as a business women on the main street of Smith 
Center where she owned her own clothing store and also did accounting 
for several other businesses.&nbsp; Jean enjoyed cooking, watching RFD TV, 
driving around town to see if anything new was happening, talking on the
 phone, visiting with her family and listening to the local scanner for 
news to pass along.&nbsp; She loved her three grandchildren and was a 
honorary grandmother to all of their friends and was affectingly known 
as the "Grandma Taxi".&nbsp; She enjoyed watching the school channel when any
 of the grandkids played sports or a school activity.&nbsp; She was 
passionate about organizing family dinners and planning her high school 
class reunion, class of 1956. She was preceded in death by 
her parents, brother Duane Hawkins, two nephews, Larry Baetz and Jerry 
Hawkins, brother-in-law Leland Baetz and nephew-in-law Milo Shellito. 
 Jean is survived by her son Darin (Jessica) Hawkins of Smith Center; 
sister Helen Baetz of Smith Center; sister-in-law Maydeen Hawkins of 
Smith Center, three grandchildren, Ashton, Avery and Adrian Hawkins all 
of Smith Center and many nieces and nephews. A 
celebration of Jean's life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 
11, 2020 at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center,
 KS, with Pastor Randy Hill officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 
1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, 2020 with family present to 
greet friends from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral chapel.&nbsp; Burial 
will take place in Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may 
be given to Melva Jean Hawkins Memorial Fund and can be sent in care of 
the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

Melva Jean Hawkins

Chester Wheeler Ross, Chaplain, Lt. Col., USAF, DMin, Retired.&nbsp; Died 
at the age of 97 in the morning of August 12, 2020, in Goodland, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Chester was born November 3, 1922, to Mylo W. Ross and Irma K. 
(Berning) Ross in Evansville, Indiana.&nbsp;

“Chet” graduated from Mechanical Arts/Bosse High School in 
Evansville, Indiana.&nbsp; Bachelor of Arts from Kansas Wesleyan University 
in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; Master of Divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Seminary
 and Doctor of Ministry from St. Paul School of Theology, plus other 
domestic and international schooling.&nbsp;

He enlisted in the United States Airforce in 1942, for WWII and 
served during two other wars completing 27 years of active Air Force 
service.&nbsp; Chet received numerous military awards and medals including 
the Air Medal with cluster.&nbsp;

Chet married Ruth Briney on August 30, 1949 by her grandfather, Rev. 
James S. Coppoc.&nbsp; The wedding was in the garden at the Briney farm east 
of Goodland.&nbsp;

Ruth and Chet raised 5 children: James, Deborah, Judith, Martha, and 
John in their travels overseas and various assignments in the USA.&nbsp;

After retiring from the United States Airforce in 1975, as a 
Chaplain, he served in Methodist parishes at Iuka, Byers, Cullison and 
Ness City.&nbsp; In the late 1940’s and early 1950’s he served parishes in 
Mentor and Bogue.&nbsp;

He served 65 years in ministry.&nbsp; Served on a Federal Grand Jury for 
many weeks.&nbsp; He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Rotary, 
Military Chaplains, Kentucky Colonels, Airforce Association, Rural 
Chaplains, Academy of Parish Clergy, VFW, American Legion, Boy Scouts 
(50 years and Silver Beaver), and Christian Councilors.&nbsp; Plus, many 
other volunteer services including Fair Rides, Museum Board, Goodland 
Regional Medical Center Board, Hospital Auxiliary, Chaplain Services, 
AARP Free Tax Aid, Drivers Safety, Guardian Services for Developmentally
 Disabled, etc.&nbsp;

Chet married into farming and helped on the Walker Briney farm during
 military leaves since the late 1940’s and after his retirement.&nbsp; He 
leaves acreage in Cheyenne, Sherman, and Kit Carson counties.&nbsp;

Chet believed in service to others and witnessing for Jesus Christ.&nbsp;

Preceding him in death are his wife, Ruth of 65 years; his parents, 
Mylo and Irma; brother, Victor Ross; sister, June Kifer; grandson, Peter
 Cutler; and son-in-law, Robert Cutler.&nbsp;

Survivors are son, James of Goodland; daughters, Deborah (Mike) 
Edwards of Estes Park, CO, Judith Cutler of Meridian, ID, Martha (Brian)
 Kruger of Baldwin, MO; son, John (Stacey) Ross of Olathe, KS; brother, 
Glen Ross of Evansville, IN; sister, Lois (John) Helfrick of Evansville,
 IN; eleven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; many other family, 
nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.&nbsp;

Memorial suggestions, Chester Ross Charitable Advised Fund, Goodland 
United Methodist Church Building Fund, or GRMC Hospital Auxiliary and 
may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, 
P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS&nbsp; 67735.&nbsp;&nbsp;For information and online 
condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Chester Wheeler Ross, Chaplain, Lt. Col., USAF, DMin, Retired.&nbsp; Died 
at the age of 97 in the morning of August 12, 2020, in Goodland, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Chester was born November 3, 1922, to Mylo W. Ross and Irma K. 
(Berning) Ross in Evansville, Indiana.&nbsp;“Chet” graduated from Mechanical Arts/Bosse High School in 
Evansville, Indiana.&nbsp; Bachelor of Arts from Kansas Wesleyan University 
in Salina, Kansas.&nbsp; Master of Divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Seminary
 and Doctor of Ministry from St. Paul School of Theology, plus other 
domestic and international schooling.&nbsp;He enlisted in the United States Airforce in 1942, for WWII and 
served during two other wars completing 27 years of active Air Force 
service.&nbsp; Chet received numerous military awards and medals including 
the Air Medal with cluster.&nbsp;Chet married Ruth Briney on August 30, 1949 by her grandfather, Rev. 
James S. Coppoc.&nbsp; The wedding was in the garden at the Briney farm east 
of Goodland.&nbsp;Ruth and Chet raised 5 children: James, Deborah, Judith, Martha, and 
John in their travels overseas and various assignments in the USA.&nbsp;After retiring from the United States Airforce in 1975, as a 
Chaplain, he served in Methodist parishes at Iuka, Byers, Cullison and 
Ness City.&nbsp; In the late 1940’s and early 1950’s he served parishes in 
Mentor and Bogue.&nbsp;He served 65 years in ministry.&nbsp; Served on a Federal Grand Jury for 
many weeks.&nbsp; He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Rotary, 
Military Chaplains, Kentucky Colonels, Airforce Association, Rural 
Chaplains, Academy of Parish Clergy, VFW, American Legion, Boy Scouts 
(50 years and Silver Beaver), and Christian Councilors.&nbsp; Plus, many 
other volunteer services including Fair Rides, Museum Board, Goodland 
Regional Medical Center Board, Hospital Auxiliary, Chaplain Services, 
AARP Free Tax Aid, Drivers Safety, Guardian Services for Developmentally
 Disabled, etc.&nbsp;Chet married into farming and helped on the Walker Briney farm during
 military leaves since the late 1940’s and after his retirement.&nbsp; He 
leaves acreage in Cheyenne, Sherman, and Kit Carson counties.&nbsp;Chet believed in service to others and witnessing for Jesus Christ.&nbsp;Preceding him in death are his wife, Ruth of 65 years; his parents, 
Mylo and Irma; brother, Victor Ross; sister, June Kifer; grandson, Peter
 Cutler; and son-in-law, Robert Cutler.&nbsp;Survivors are son, James of Goodland; daughters, Deborah (Mike) 
Edwards of Estes Park, CO, Judith Cutler of Meridian, ID, Martha (Brian)
 Kruger of Baldwin, MO; son, John (Stacey) Ross of Olathe, KS; brother, 
Glen Ross of Evansville, IN; sister, Lois (John) Helfrick of Evansville,
 IN; eleven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; many other family, 
nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.&nbsp;Memorial suggestions, Chester Ross Charitable Advised Fund, Goodland 
United Methodist Church Building Fund, or GRMC Hospital Auxiliary and 
may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, 
P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS&nbsp; 67735.&nbsp;&nbsp;For information and online 
condolences visit www.batemanfuneral.com&nbsp;

Chester Wheeler Ross

Gary Edd DeFries was born April 3, 1937 to William Edward “Edd” 
DeFries &amp; Lyda Mae Farley DeFries in St. Francis, Kansas, joining 
older sisters Loretta &amp; Jean.&nbsp; His first years were spent on the 
family’s farm outside Goodland before moving into town when he started 
school.&nbsp; He got his 1st dog, Mike, at that time, and his father had him 
try his hand at driving a tractor when he was only 4 years old.&nbsp; He went
 through all his years of schooling in Goodland, raising chickens in FFA
 in high school &amp; spending the summers farming wheat with his 
father.&nbsp; He got pretty good at shooting jack rabbits &amp; rattle snakes
 out in the wheat fields!&nbsp; After his beloved Mike died, he found another
 friend in his dog Taffy, who Gary built a fine dog house for as an FFA 
project.&nbsp;

After graduating from Goodland High School in 1955, where Gary was 
active in Youth for Christ, Gary went to Minnesota Bible College where 
he played clarinet for the University of Minnesota band.&nbsp; He then went 
to Denver University where he earned his bachelor’s followed by studies 
in Europe.&nbsp; While a student at Uppsala University in Sweden, he met his 
wife Reidun while on a ski trip.&nbsp; They married in the summer of 1962, 
followed by a hitchhiking honeymoon across Europe.&nbsp; Before their oldest 
son, William Arvid, was born in June of 1963, they moved back to 
Goodland.&nbsp; Heeding his mother’s encouragement to become a preacher, Gary
 moved his family to New Brighton, Minnesota where he attended United 
Theological Seminary.&nbsp; During this time 2 more children joined the 
family:&nbsp; Birger Cox (Erik) in December of 1964, and Anita Kirsten in 
March of 1966.

After graduating from seminary, Gary was called to preach at Bethany 
Christian Church in Westminster, Colorado.&nbsp; He studied gerontology 
during this time, which led to a job at a nursing home in Jacksonville, 
Illinois, where Erik started school.&nbsp; The family then moved to Milwaukee
 where Gary managed housing for the Southern Baptist Convention.&nbsp; Sadly,
 during this time the couple’s marriage ended in divorce, and Gary 
gained custody of his 3 children, a rare occurrence for a father in 
1972.&nbsp; He &amp; the children then moved to Madison &amp; on to Port 
Washington, Wisconsin for a few years, and then on to Idaho Springs, 
Colorado in 1975, where Gary was in business for himself and continued 
to lease his wheat farm in Goodland.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Gary Edd DeFries was born April 3, 1937 to William Edward “Edd” 
DeFries &amp; Lyda Mae Farley DeFries in St. Francis, Kansas, joining 
older sisters Loretta &amp; Jean.&nbsp; His first years were spent on the 
family’s farm outside Goodland before moving into town when he started 
school.&nbsp; He got his 1st dog, Mike, at that time, and his father had him 
try his hand at driving a tractor when he was only 4 years old.&nbsp; He went
 through all his years of schooling in Goodland, raising chickens in FFA
 in high school &amp; spending the summers farming wheat with his 
father.&nbsp; He got pretty good at shooting jack rabbits &amp; rattle snakes
 out in the wheat fields!&nbsp; After his beloved Mike died, he found another
 friend in his dog Taffy, who Gary built a fine dog house for as an FFA 
project.&nbsp;After graduating from Goodland High School in 1955, where Gary was 
active in Youth for Christ, Gary went to Minnesota Bible College where 
he played clarinet for the University of Minnesota band.&nbsp; He then went 
to Denver University where he earned his bachelor’s followed by studies 
in Europe.&nbsp; While a student at Uppsala University in Sweden, he met his 
wife Reidun while on a ski trip.&nbsp; They married in the summer of 1962, 
followed by a hitchhiking honeymoon across Europe.&nbsp; Before their oldest 
son, William Arvid, was born in June of 1963, they moved back to 
Goodland.&nbsp; Heeding his mother’s encouragement to become a preacher, Gary
 moved his family to New Brighton, Minnesota where he attended United 
Theological Seminary.&nbsp; During this time 2 more children joined the 
family:&nbsp; Birger Cox (Erik) in December of 1964, and Anita Kirsten in 
March of 1966.After graduating from seminary, Gary was called to preach at Bethany 
Christian Church in Westminster, Colorado.&nbsp; He studied gerontology 
during this time, which led to a job at a nursing home in Jacksonville, 
Illinois, where Erik started school.&nbsp; The family then moved to Milwaukee
 where Gary managed housing for the Southern Baptist Convention.&nbsp; Sadly,
 during this time the couple’s marriage ended in divorce, and Gary 
gained custody of his 3 children, a rare occurrence for a father in 
1972.&nbsp; He &amp; the children then moved to Madison &amp; on to Port 
Washington, Wisconsin for a few years, and then on to Idaho Springs, 
Colorado in 1975, where Gary was in business for himself and continued 
to lease his wheat farm in Goodland.In 1977 Gary accepted the call to preach at the Christian Church in 
Ault, Colorado, where he and his boys farmed wheat between Pierce &amp; 
Nunn, and his boys followed in his footsteps by joining the Highland FFA
 Chapter.&nbsp; In 1980 his oldest son joined the Marines, and soon after he 
drove his younger children to Seymour, Tennessee to attend a Christian 
boarding school.&nbsp; He preached in several small churches in Tennessee, 
Kentucky &amp; Virginia throughout the eighties.&nbsp;Ever interested in exploring new places, Gary took his family on many
 a trip to various interesting nooks &amp; crannies across the U.S.A., 
and he even spent a few years as a long-haul truck driver.&nbsp; He was 
instrumental in helping his children as they completed their high school
 diplomas and embarked on careers and further education, and he &amp; 
his daughter drove the Alcan when she moved there to teach in Alaska.&nbsp; 
Gary was always there to advise &amp; encourage all of his children, 
spurring them on to grow in their faith and their walk with the Lord.&nbsp; 
He was the best counselor &amp; friend, always inspiring his children to
 achieve more than they ever thought they could.&nbsp; He was a man of so 
many talents, ever learning and never bored.&nbsp; He had a brilliant mind, 
and was a natural teacher; Gary was multi-lingual, and was still 
learning languages in his eighties.&nbsp; Much to the joy of his children, he
 and their mother became good friends in the last few years of Gary’s 
life, bringing healing &amp; restoration to all of their hearts.&nbsp; Gary 
continued in ministry to the end of his days on this earth, lifting all 
those he loved in prayer to the Lord.&nbsp; He has taken his last journey to 
be with his Lord &amp; Savior, and though he will be greatly missed, his
 family rejoices with him on his Homecoming.Gary is survived by his children &amp; their spouses, Bill &amp; Joy,
 Erik, and Kirsten &amp; Jim; his 1st wife, Reidun, &amp; widow, 
Elizabeth; nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.Thank you for rearing us up, and for all you taught &amp; instilled in us, Daddy.&nbsp; We shall see you in the Morning.

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