Carol Mills, 82, of Hoisington, Kansas, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020.&nbsp;
 She was born on August 9, 1937, to Albert and Edna Bruce.&nbsp; She married 
Robert Mills in 1963 in Hoisington, Kansas. She worked as a nurse aide 
and retired from Clara Barton Hospital.

Carol is survived by her children;&nbsp;Terri Roberts of Wichita, Kansas, 
Donna Richards of Hoisington, Kansas, and Sally (Mike) Steinert of 
Madison, Alabama; a sister, Nancy Helms of Hutchinson, Kansas; 
grandchildren, Lindsay Martin, Carol Laspisa, Bryce Mills, Riley 
Steinert and Brooklyn Steinert; and 5 great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Edna Bruce, husband, Robert
 Mills, sister, Alberta Croft, and grandson, Michael Laspisa. &nbsp;

Visitation will be Thursday, July 23, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the funeral home.

Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2020, at Argonia Cemetery, Argonia, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Carol Mills, 82, of Hoisington, Kansas, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020.&nbsp;
 She was born on August 9, 1937, to Albert and Edna Bruce.&nbsp; She married 
Robert Mills in 1963 in Hoisington, Kansas. She worked as a nurse aide 
and retired from Clara Barton Hospital.Carol is survived by her children;&nbsp;Terri Roberts of Wichita, Kansas, 
Donna Richards of Hoisington, Kansas, and Sally (Mike) Steinert of 
Madison, Alabama; a sister, Nancy Helms of Hutchinson, Kansas; 
grandchildren, Lindsay Martin, Carol Laspisa, Bryce Mills, Riley 
Steinert and Brooklyn Steinert; and 5 great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Edna Bruce, husband, Robert
 Mills, sister, Alberta Croft, and grandson, Michael Laspisa. &nbsp;Visitation will be Thursday, July 23, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the funeral home.Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2020, at Argonia Cemetery, Argonia, Kansas.Memorials are suggested to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Carol Mills

Donald “Stu” Stuczynski, 62, of Herndon, KS, was born October 20, 1957, 
on his mother’s birthday, in Omaha, NE. He passed away at home, 
peacefully, and surrounded by loved ones, on July 21, 2020. 
Stu graduated from Omaha South High School in 1976. He was a career auto
 mechanic and enjoyed working the last few years at SureFire Ag. 
He was preceded in death by his father Edward; mother Irene and nephew Brian. 
He is survived by his wife Pam; stepson Brandon (Anastasia); 
granddaughter Brooke; brother Jim (Carolyn); sisters, Charlene (Jim) 
Bolte and Linda (Tony) Mayer; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. 
Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held at a later 
date. Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood is handling the arrangements. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>Donald “Stu” Stuczynski, 62, of Herndon, KS, was born October 20, 1957, 
on his mother’s birthday, in Omaha, NE. He passed away at home, 
peacefully, and surrounded by loved ones, on July 21, 2020. 
Stu graduated from Omaha South High School in 1976. He was a career auto
 mechanic and enjoyed working the last few years at SureFire Ag. 
He was preceded in death by his father Edward; mother Irene and nephew Brian. 
He is survived by his wife Pam; stepson Brandon (Anastasia); 
granddaughter Brooke; brother Jim (Carolyn); sisters, Charlene (Jim) 
Bolte and Linda (Tony) Mayer; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. 
Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held at a later 
date. Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood is handling the arrangements. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Donald 'Stu' Stuczynski

Charles A. Turner, age 70, of Elkhart, Kansas, died Tuesday, July 21, 
2020, at his home. He was born March 10, 1950, in Elkhart, Kansas, the 
son of Orville “Hugh” and Thelma (Roll) Turner. 
Charlie was born and raised in Elkhart where he attended and played 
football for Elkhart High School. After graduating High School, Charlie
 attended Garden City Community College to play football. During his 
time there, he received his Associates of Sports Medicine. After 
leaving Garden City, Charlie moved to Lubbock, Texas to pursue his 
passion at The Sunset School of Preaching. Charlie would talk about The
 Bible to just about anyone who was willing to sit and listen. In 1979,
 Charlie met Laurie Leigh Smith and they were married in 1980. Together
 they moved to Colorado Springs to raise a family and later they 
divorced. In 2008, Charlie married Amy Lamb Wooten, during this time he
 and Amy were promoted to Pops and Nana, the proud grandparents of 11. 
After his divorce from Amy, Charlie relocated to Elkhart, Kansas, where 
he worked for the Senior Center. 
Charlie is survived by sons; Charlie Turner and wife Amy of Lubbock, 
Texas, Caleb Turner and wife Bethany of Littleton, Colorado, Isaac 
Turner of England, Ethan Roberts of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and David 
Roberts of Colorado Springs, Colorado, daughters; Jenny Rose Meadows of 
Colorado Springs, Colorado, Olivia Ostrander and husband Justin of 
Glenwood, Iowa, and Savannah Morgan of Colorado Springs, Colorado, one 
sister; Yvonne Fields and husband Dan of Atwood, Kansas, 11 
grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
Charlie is preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, brothers, 
Lane Turner and Kenneth Turner; and sister, Eunice Deherrera. 
Memorial service will be held Monday, July 27, 2020, at 11:00 AM at 
Garnand Funeral Home Chapel in Elkhart, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, 
memorial contributions may be given to The Hugh (Thelma) Turner Park 
Project or Charles Turner Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home,
 PO Box 854, Elkhart, Kansas 67951.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Charles A. Turner, age 70, of Elkhart, Kansas, died Tuesday, July 21, 
2020, at his home. He was born March 10, 1950, in Elkhart, Kansas, the 
son of Orville “Hugh” and Thelma (Roll) Turner. 
Charlie was born and raised in Elkhart where he attended and played 
football for Elkhart High School. After graduating High School, Charlie
 attended Garden City Community College to play football. During his 
time there, he received his Associates of Sports Medicine. After 
leaving Garden City, Charlie moved to Lubbock, Texas to pursue his 
passion at The Sunset School of Preaching. Charlie would talk about The
 Bible to just about anyone who was willing to sit and listen. In 1979,
 Charlie met Laurie Leigh Smith and they were married in 1980. Together
 they moved to Colorado Springs to raise a family and later they 
divorced. In 2008, Charlie married Amy Lamb Wooten, during this time he
 and Amy were promoted to Pops and Nana, the proud grandparents of 11. 
After his divorce from Amy, Charlie relocated to Elkhart, Kansas, where 
he worked for the Senior Center. 
Charlie is survived by sons; Charlie Turner and wife Amy of Lubbock, 
Texas, Caleb Turner and wife Bethany of Littleton, Colorado, Isaac 
Turner of England, Ethan Roberts of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and David 
Roberts of Colorado Springs, Colorado, daughters; Jenny Rose Meadows of 
Colorado Springs, Colorado, Olivia Ostrander and husband Justin of 
Glenwood, Iowa, and Savannah Morgan of Colorado Springs, Colorado, one 
sister; Yvonne Fields and husband Dan of Atwood, Kansas, 11 
grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 
Charlie is preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, brothers, 
Lane Turner and Kenneth Turner; and sister, Eunice Deherrera. 
Memorial service will be held Monday, July 27, 2020, at 11:00 AM at 
Garnand Funeral Home Chapel in Elkhart, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, 
memorial contributions may be given to The Hugh (Thelma) Turner Park 
Project or Charles Turner Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home,
 PO Box 854, Elkhart, Kansas 67951.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Charles A. Turner

Donald Roy Parde, 69, passed away July 20, 2020 at University of Kansas Health Systems Pawnee Valley Campus, Larned.

He was born August 28, 1950 in Simla, Colorado to Virgil Oscar and Evelyn Clara Ruth Fienne Parde.

Moving from Belleville, he was an area resident since 2007 and he was
 of the Catholic faith. He worked as an HVAC Technician. He was a member
 of the Belleville Fire Department for twenty-five years, an active cub 
scout leader, coached his son’s baseball teams, and enjoyed gardening, 
tinkering on things, and listening to music. He loved spending time with
 his grandchildren.

On January 1, 1975 he married Donna Rose Heskett at Belleville; she survives.

Other survivors include: five sons, Christian Parde, Concordia, 
Joshua (Nicol) Parde, Belleville, Matthew (Nichol Humburg) Parde, 
Argonia, Lucas Parde, Great Bend, Michael Parde, Larned; two sisters, 
Maxine Allsman, Palm Springs, California, Carol Williams, Exeter, 
Nebraska; six grandchildren, Zachary Parde, Mattea Parde, Caleb Parde, 
Jacqalyn Parde, Sidney Parde, Max Parde; and numerous nieces and 
nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Virgil Parde.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 3:00
 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Belleville City Park Fireman’s 
Shelter, Belleville.

Memorials may be given to Belleville Fire Department in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left
 at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Donald Roy Parde, 69, passed away July 20, 2020 at University of Kansas Health Systems Pawnee Valley Campus, Larned.He was born August 28, 1950 in Simla, Colorado to Virgil Oscar and Evelyn Clara Ruth Fienne Parde.Moving from Belleville, he was an area resident since 2007 and he was
 of the Catholic faith. He worked as an HVAC Technician. He was a member
 of the Belleville Fire Department for twenty-five years, an active cub 
scout leader, coached his son’s baseball teams, and enjoyed gardening, 
tinkering on things, and listening to music. He loved spending time with
 his grandchildren.On January 1, 1975 he married Donna Rose Heskett at Belleville; she survives.Other survivors include: five sons, Christian Parde, Concordia, 
Joshua (Nicol) Parde, Belleville, Matthew (Nichol Humburg) Parde, 
Argonia, Lucas Parde, Great Bend, Michael Parde, Larned; two sisters, 
Maxine Allsman, Palm Springs, California, Carol Williams, Exeter, 
Nebraska; six grandchildren, Zachary Parde, Mattea Parde, Caleb Parde, 
Jacqalyn Parde, Sidney Parde, Max Parde; and numerous nieces and 
nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Virgil Parde.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 3:00
 p.m. Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Belleville City Park Fireman’s 
Shelter, Belleville.Memorials may be given to Belleville Fire Department in care of 
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left
 at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Donald Roy Parde

Matthew W. DeBusk, 45, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at his 
home in Ellinwood. He was born on September 23, 1974, in Great Bend, 
Kansas to Raymond E. &amp; Eleanor L. (Boese) DeBusk.

A lifetime Barton and Stafford county resident, Matthew was a truck 
driver for the Venture Corporation in Great Bend. He was of the 
Christian faith and enjoyed guns, video games and Nascar races. He was a
 proud father of his son, and uncle to his nieces and nephews.

Survivors include, his mother, Eleanor L. Fertig of St. John; his 
son, David J. DeBusk of Scott City; two sisters, Christy DeBusk of Great
 Bend, and Amanda Feil (Christopher) of Salina; a brother, Ivor DeBusk 
of Dodge City; and three nephews and three nieces. He was preceded in 
death by his father, Raymond E. DeBusk and step mother, Linda K. DeBusk;
 and step father, Jim Fertig.

There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
services are pending and will be held at a later date. Memorials are 
suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

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 </figure>Matthew W. DeBusk, 45, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at his 
home in Ellinwood. He was born on September 23, 1974, in Great Bend, 
Kansas to Raymond E. &amp; Eleanor L. (Boese) DeBusk.A lifetime Barton and Stafford county resident, Matthew was a truck 
driver for the Venture Corporation in Great Bend. He was of the 
Christian faith and enjoyed guns, video games and Nascar races. He was a
 proud father of his son, and uncle to his nieces and nephews.Survivors include, his mother, Eleanor L. Fertig of St. John; his 
son, David J. DeBusk of Scott City; two sisters, Christy DeBusk of Great
 Bend, and Amanda Feil (Christopher) of Salina; a brother, Ivor DeBusk 
of Dodge City; and three nephews and three nieces. He was preceded in 
death by his father, Raymond E. DeBusk and step mother, Linda K. DeBusk;
 and step father, Jim Fertig.There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place. Graveside 
services are pending and will be held at a later date. Memorials are 
suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Bryant Funeral 
Home.

Matthew W. DeBusk

Amado Rocha, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at his home in Leoti, Kansas.  He was born on September 13, 1945, in Fresno, California, the son of Rosario and Jaquina Alvardo Rocha.  A long time resident of Leoti, Kansas, he was a farmer and rancher.

He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Leoti, Kansas.

On May 5, 1985, he married Lenora Hernandez in Tribune, Kansas.  She passed away on July 23, 2012, in Wellington, Kansas.

Survivors include his One Daughter - Hilda and Ezequiel Arreola of Scott City, Kansas, Mother - Jaquina Alvardo of Sterling, Illinois, Five Step-Children - Tommy Zamora of Honolulu, Hawaii, Lewis Samora of Fairbanks, Alaska, Debbie Chavez of Leoti, Kansas, Susiana Martinez of Garden City, Kansas, Ruth Proa of Leoti, Kansas, One Grandson - Aaden Arreola of Scott City, Kansas, Three Granddaughters - Marisela Chavez, Dareli Arreola, and Mireya Skibbe all of Scott City, Kansas, Seventeen Step Grandchildren; Twenty Four Step-Great Grandchildren; and&nbsp;Four Siblings - Rosario (Esther)Rocha Jr. of Sterling Illinois,  Juan l Rocha of Rock Falls, Illinois,  Nelda &amp; Efrain Rojas of Alabama, Neomi and Able Sustaita of Corpus Christi, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his Father, One Brother, and Three Sisters.

Graveside Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.

Burial will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.

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 </figure>Amado Rocha, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at his home in Leoti, Kansas. He was born on September 13, 1945, in Fresno, California, the son of Rosario and Jaquina Alvardo Rocha. A long time resident of Leoti, Kansas, he was a farmer and rancher.He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Leoti, Kansas.On May 5, 1985, he married Lenora Hernandez in Tribune, Kansas. She passed away on July 23, 2012, in Wellington, Kansas.Survivors include his One Daughter - Hilda and Ezequiel Arreola of Scott City, Kansas, Mother - Jaquina Alvardo of Sterling, Illinois, Five Step-Children - Tommy Zamora of Honolulu, Hawaii, Lewis Samora of Fairbanks, Alaska, Debbie Chavez of Leoti, Kansas, Susiana Martinez of Garden City, Kansas, Ruth Proa of Leoti, Kansas, One Grandson - Aaden Arreola of Scott City, Kansas, Three Granddaughters - Marisela Chavez, Dareli Arreola, and Mireya Skibbe all of Scott City, Kansas, Seventeen Step Grandchildren; Twenty Four Step-Great Grandchildren; and&nbsp;Four Siblings - Rosario (Esther)Rocha Jr. of Sterling Illinois, Juan l Rocha of Rock Falls, Illinois, Nelda &amp; Efrain Rojas of Alabama, Neomi and Able Sustaita of Corpus Christi, Texas.He was preceded in death by his Father, One Brother, and Three Sisters.Graveside Memorial Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.Burial will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.There will be no calling times.

Amado Rocha

Elmo Lund was born on April 27, 1930 at his parent’s farm home in Riley County, Kansas, near Green, Kansas. He died Thursday July 16, 2020 in Hays, KS. He attended a one-room country school for four years, after which the family moved to Green, Kansas, where he graduated from Green High School in 1948. He attended one year of college at The University of Kansas, and then taught school for two years prior to being drafting into the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

During the Korean Conflict he spent one year at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri and one year in Korea, returning from Korea in May of 1953 at the rank of Staff Sergeant.

After his discharge from the U.S. Army he married Margaret Blad of Agenda, Kansas, and the two of them taught school for one year in Republic County, Kansas, prior to Elmo continuing his college education. In May, 1956 he graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration from Kansas State University in Manhattan. While at Kansas State University he was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. He then went to Washburn University Law School in Topeka, Kansas, graduating there in January, 1959.

After graduation from Law School he joined the law firm of L.F. Cushenberry in Oberlin, Kansas, and practiced with Mr. Cushenberry until his retirement in 1972, after which he practiced law under the firm name of Lund Law Firm Chartered until his retirement in 2012.

While in Oberlin he was a member of the Oberlin Lions Club and of the Oberlin Legion Post #70, of which he was a past commander. He also served on the board of directors of the High Plains Mental Health Center for several years. He was a member of the Oberlin United Methodist Church and an associate member of the Hays United Methodist Church.

In the fall of 2000 Elmo and Margaret Lund moved to Hays, Kansas, where Margaret could receive additional physical therapy, but he still maintained his law practice in Oberlin, Kansas, on a part-time basis.

Born of this marriage were three children, David (Debra) Lund, Wichita, Kansas, Janell Shorman, Hays, Kansas and Robert Lund, Hays, Kansas. He also had four grandchildren, Michael Shorman, Mission, Kansas, Matthew Shorman, Hays, Kansas, Nicole Lund, Overland Park, Kansas and Jordan Lund, Wichita, Kansas.

Elmo contracted the Corona virus shortly before his death and family members were exposed. The family will schedule Celebration of his Life at a later date when it is safe for friends and family to gather. Memorials are to the Oberlin United Methodist Church or the Hays United Methodist Church in care of David Lund, P.O. Box 635, Wichita, KS 67201.

<figure>
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 </figure>Elmo Lund was born on April 27, 1930 at his parent’s farm home in Riley County, Kansas, near Green, Kansas. He died Thursday July 16, 2020 in Hays, KS. He attended a one-room country school for four years, after which the family moved to Green, Kansas, where he graduated from Green High School in 1948. He attended one year of college at The University of Kansas, and then taught school for two years prior to being drafting into the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.During the Korean Conflict he spent one year at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri and one year in Korea, returning from Korea in May of 1953 at the rank of Staff Sergeant.After his discharge from the U.S. Army he married Margaret Blad of Agenda, Kansas, and the two of them taught school for one year in Republic County, Kansas, prior to Elmo continuing his college education. In May, 1956 he graduated with a B.S. in Business Administration from Kansas State University in Manhattan. While at Kansas State University he was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. He then went to Washburn University Law School in Topeka, Kansas, graduating there in January, 1959.After graduation from Law School he joined the law firm of L.F. Cushenberry in Oberlin, Kansas, and practiced with Mr. Cushenberry until his retirement in 1972, after which he practiced law under the firm name of Lund Law Firm Chartered until his retirement in 2012.While in Oberlin he was a member of the Oberlin Lions Club and of the Oberlin Legion Post #70, of which he was a past commander. He also served on the board of directors of the High Plains Mental Health Center for several years. He was a member of the Oberlin United Methodist Church and an associate member of the Hays United Methodist Church.In the fall of 2000 Elmo and Margaret Lund moved to Hays, Kansas, where Margaret could receive additional physical therapy, but he still maintained his law practice in Oberlin, Kansas, on a part-time basis.Born of this marriage were three children, David (Debra) Lund, Wichita, Kansas, Janell Shorman, Hays, Kansas and Robert Lund, Hays, Kansas. He also had four grandchildren, Michael Shorman, Mission, Kansas, Matthew Shorman, Hays, Kansas, Nicole Lund, Overland Park, Kansas and Jordan Lund, Wichita, Kansas.Elmo contracted the Corona virus shortly before his death and family members were exposed. The family will schedule Celebration of his Life at a later date when it is safe for friends and family to gather. Memorials are to the Oberlin United Methodist Church or the Hays United Methodist Church in care of David Lund, P.O. Box 635, Wichita, KS 67201.

Elmo Lund

Richard Strecker, 81, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Founders Crest in Wichita.

He was born January 6, 1939, at Spearville, the son of Henry Joseph 
and Josephine Caroline (Lutz) Strecker.&nbsp; He was a lifetime area 
resident, a graduate of Windthorst High School and received his 
Bachelors Degree from St. Mary of the Plains College, Dodge City. He 
served in the Army National Guard from 1961 to 1967 attaining the rank 
of Staff Sergeant.&nbsp; He was an accountant for Southwest Distributing in 
Dodge City for 39 years until retiring in January of 2000.

He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and 3rd
 Degree member of Knights of Columbus Council 2955 both in Dodge City.&nbsp; 
He was also a former board member of Windthorst Heritage, Inc. as well 
as a longtime board member of the Sacred Heart Catholic School 
Endowment.&nbsp; He enjoyed volunteering at Manor of the Plains in Dodge 
City.

On May 26, 1962, he married Martha Ackerman at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Windthorst.

Survivors include: his wife of 58 years, Martha; 2 sons, Dave and 
wife Roni, Minneola and Steve and wife Janna, Garden City; 2 daughters, 
Jan Stauth and husband Shannon, Hays and Karen Moeder and husband Scot, 
Great Bend; 8 brothers and 9 sisters-in-law, Henry “Junior” and Sharon, 
Wichita, Jerry and Judy, Eureka, Cathy, Wichita, LaVern and Teresa, 
Independence, Maurice and Kathy, Eureka, Norbert and Sonja, Spearville, 
Joseph and&nbsp; Linda, Dodge City, John and Mert, Colby, and Mark and 
Jackie, Spearville; and 11 grandchildren, Michaela Strecker, Brenna 
Strecker, Andrew Burkhart, Tanner Burkhart, Taryn Stauth, Braden Stauth,
 Cody Strecker, Ryan Strecker, Megan Strecker, Joseph Moeder, and Mathew
 Moeder; and 2 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers, Bob and Bill “Little Bill” Strecker.

Vigil service followed by Knights of Columbus Rosary will be 7:00 pm 
Thursday, July 23, 2020 both at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Funeral Mass will 2:00 pm Friday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of 
Guadalupe with Fr. Wesley Schawe presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Windthorst, with full military rites by American Legion 
District 8 and Military Honors for the State of Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will
 be Thursday from noon to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel.

The family suggests memorials to the Sacred Heart School Endowment or
 Windthorst Heritage, Inc. both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 
N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Richard Strecker, 81, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Founders Crest in Wichita.He was born January 6, 1939, at Spearville, the son of Henry Joseph 
and Josephine Caroline (Lutz) Strecker.&nbsp; He was a lifetime area 
resident, a graduate of Windthorst High School and received his 
Bachelors Degree from St. Mary of the Plains College, Dodge City. He 
served in the Army National Guard from 1961 to 1967 attaining the rank 
of Staff Sergeant.&nbsp; He was an accountant for Southwest Distributing in 
Dodge City for 39 years until retiring in January of 2000.He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and 3rd
 Degree member of Knights of Columbus Council 2955 both in Dodge City.&nbsp; 
He was also a former board member of Windthorst Heritage, Inc. as well 
as a longtime board member of the Sacred Heart Catholic School 
Endowment.&nbsp; He enjoyed volunteering at Manor of the Plains in Dodge 
City.On May 26, 1962, he married Martha Ackerman at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Windthorst.Survivors include: his wife of 58 years, Martha; 2 sons, Dave and 
wife Roni, Minneola and Steve and wife Janna, Garden City; 2 daughters, 
Jan Stauth and husband Shannon, Hays and Karen Moeder and husband Scot, 
Great Bend; 8 brothers and 9 sisters-in-law, Henry “Junior” and Sharon, 
Wichita, Jerry and Judy, Eureka, Cathy, Wichita, LaVern and Teresa, 
Independence, Maurice and Kathy, Eureka, Norbert and Sonja, Spearville, 
Joseph and&nbsp; Linda, Dodge City, John and Mert, Colby, and Mark and 
Jackie, Spearville; and 11 grandchildren, Michaela Strecker, Brenna 
Strecker, Andrew Burkhart, Tanner Burkhart, Taryn Stauth, Braden Stauth,
 Cody Strecker, Ryan Strecker, Megan Strecker, Joseph Moeder, and Mathew
 Moeder; and 2 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers, Bob and Bill “Little Bill” Strecker.Vigil service followed by Knights of Columbus Rosary will be 7:00 pm 
Thursday, July 23, 2020 both at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Funeral Mass will 2:00 pm Friday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of 
Guadalupe with Fr. Wesley Schawe presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Windthorst, with full military rites by American Legion 
District 8 and Military Honors for the State of Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will
 be Thursday from noon to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel.The family suggests memorials to the Sacred Heart School Endowment or
 Windthorst Heritage, Inc. both in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 
N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Richard Strecker

Donald William “Will” Bouts Jr., 69, passed away on July 14, 2020 at his home in Oberlin, Kansas. He was born on July 12, 1951 in Oberlin, KS to Donald William Bouts Sr. and Barbara Jean (Henigar) Bouts.

Will grew up in Denver, CO and graduated high school from George Washington High School in Denver. He worked in the construction industry for many years as a heavy machinery operator. Will was a very hard-working man, especially when it came to helping his family. He married Grace Huff on February 15, 2004.

Will was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Grace. He is survived by his sons: Justin and Wade Bouts of Richmond, VA; stepson, Bryan and wife Megan Huff of Oberlin, KS; sisters, Cathy Bouts of Oberlin, KS and Judy Burns of Centennial, CO and one grandson, Creed Stewart Huff.

The family has chosen cremation. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

Donald William “Will” Bouts Jr., 69, passed away on July 14, 2020 at his home in Oberlin, Kansas. He was born on July 12, 1951 in Oberlin, KS to Donald William Bouts Sr. and Barbara Jean (Henigar) Bouts.Will grew up in Denver, CO and graduated high school from George Washington High School in Denver. He worked in the construction industry for many years as a heavy machinery operator. Will was a very hard-working man, especially when it came to helping his family. He married Grace Huff on February 15, 2004.Will was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Grace. He is survived by his sons: Justin and Wade Bouts of Richmond, VA; stepson, Bryan and wife Megan Huff of Oberlin, KS; sisters, Cathy Bouts of Oberlin, KS and Judy Burns of Centennial, CO and one grandson, Creed Stewart Huff.The family has chosen cremation. Condolences may be left at www.paulsfh.com

Donald William 'Will' Bouts Jr.

James Henry Schroeder, 91, of Grinnell, died Sunday, July 19, 2020, at 
the Logan County Hospital, Oakley. 

He was born March 21, 1929, in 
Washington, MO, to Everet and Louise (Schwarz) Schroeder. He attended 
Angelus Grade School and Grinnell High School. James married Bunny 
Wessel on August 2, 1949. James and Bunny lived on a farm near Angelus 
and moved to Grinnell after he retired. He enjoyed woodworking, 
gardening and tinkering. James was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of
 Columbus. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; son Bruce in 1964; sisters, 
Doris Campen and Betty Ann Kruse and brother Kenny Schroeder. 
He is survived by his wife of over 70 years, Bunny; children, Melvin 
(Caroline), Lester, Michelle (Keith) Murphy and Lisa (Jim) Schilling; 
siblings, Ray Schroeder, Don Schroeder, Carol Maurath and Ethel Ziegler;
 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
Cremation was chosen and services will be held at a later date. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

James Henry Schroeder, 91, of Grinnell, died Sunday, July 19, 2020, at 
the Logan County Hospital, Oakley. He was born March 21, 1929, in 
Washington, MO, to Everet and Louise (Schwarz) Schroeder. He attended 
Angelus Grade School and Grinnell High School. James married Bunny 
Wessel on August 2, 1949. James and Bunny lived on a farm near Angelus 
and moved to Grinnell after he retired. He enjoyed woodworking, 
gardening and tinkering. James was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of
 Columbus. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; son Bruce in 1964; sisters, 
Doris Campen and Betty Ann Kruse and brother Kenny Schroeder. 
He is survived by his wife of over 70 years, Bunny; children, Melvin 
(Caroline), Lester, Michelle (Keith) Murphy and Lisa (Jim) Schilling; 
siblings, Ray Schroeder, Don Schroeder, Carol Maurath and Ethel Ziegler;
 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
Cremation was chosen and services will be held at a later date. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

James Henry Schroeder

Norton resident Wenda Underwood, beloved daughter of Kenneth and Katherine S. (Murphy) Taylor was born December 2, 1940, in Norton, KS and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS, at the age of 79.

Wenda grew up on the family dairy farm just east of Norton and attended Norton community schools.

On October 11, 1958, Jim Underwood and Wenda E. Taylor were united in marriage in Norton.&nbsp; They made their home there and raised 3 daughters, Patty, Theresa and Connie.&nbsp; She was a devoted wife to Jim for 61 years.

Wenda was for the most part a homemaker, but did keep busy, working at the Norton High School and Lucky Strike Grill.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time at Jim’s Conoco Station where she could visit with the customers and helping Jim tend to their large garden.&nbsp; Wenda enjoyed spending time with her friends while doing each other’s hair, loving on her many cats that they had over the years and collecting spoons she would find on their trips.&nbsp; She was a member of the Norton Squarenders Square Dance Club and the First United Methodist Church in Norton.&nbsp;

Survivors include her husband, Jim of Norton; her three daughters, Patty Fitzmaurice and husband David of Belgrade, MO, Theresa D. Underwood of Paola, KS and Connie Lynn Ellis and husband Glen of Ashland, Illinois; sister, Carol Whitney and husband Robert of Olathe, KS; brother Patrick and wife Mary Ann of Norton; 4 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Katherine Taylor; sister Barbara Hollingshead and infant sister Roberta Ann Taylor.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family graveside will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 25th in the Norton Cemetery, Norton, KS.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel FaceBook page.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Andbe Home c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Norton resident Wenda Underwood, beloved daughter of Kenneth and Katherine S. (Murphy) Taylor was born December 2, 1940, in Norton, KS and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at the Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS, at the age of 79.Wenda grew up on the family dairy farm just east of Norton and attended Norton community schools.On October 11, 1958, Jim Underwood and Wenda E. Taylor were united in marriage in Norton.&nbsp; They made their home there and raised 3 daughters, Patty, Theresa and Connie.&nbsp; She was a devoted wife to Jim for 61 years.Wenda was for the most part a homemaker, but did keep busy, working at the Norton High School and Lucky Strike Grill.&nbsp; She enjoyed spending time at Jim’s Conoco Station where she could visit with the customers and helping Jim tend to their large garden.&nbsp; Wenda enjoyed spending time with her friends while doing each other’s hair, loving on her many cats that they had over the years and collecting spoons she would find on their trips.&nbsp; She was a member of the Norton Squarenders Square Dance Club and the First United Methodist Church in Norton.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Jim of Norton; her three daughters, Patty Fitzmaurice and husband David of Belgrade, MO, Theresa D. Underwood of Paola, KS and Connie Lynn Ellis and husband Glen of Ashland, Illinois; sister, Carol Whitney and husband Robert of Olathe, KS; brother Patrick and wife Mary Ann of Norton; 4 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Katherine Taylor; sister Barbara Hollingshead and infant sister Roberta Ann Taylor.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family graveside will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 25th in the Norton Cemetery, Norton, KS.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel FaceBook page.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Andbe Home c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P. O. Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Wenda Underwood

Vicki Linn Unruh, age 68, died at her home in Ness City, Kansas on 
Sunday, July 19, 2020.&nbsp; She was born on August 31, 1951 in Meade, Kansas
 the daughter of Owen and Frances (Freeburg) McDonald.

She is survived by her husband, Lanny Unruh, of 47 years, whom she married on August 4, 1972 in Great Bend, Kansas.

Vicki was the secretary and treasurer for Rich’s Roustabout which she
 and her husband owned and operated.&nbsp; She was well known throughout the 
community and will be missed by all who knew her.

Vicki is also survived by her daughter, Lana Seib, and her husband, 
Anson; her son, Ryan Unruh, and his wife, Abby; two grandchildren, 
Jackson Seib and Mason Unruh, all of Ness City.&nbsp; She is also survived by
 her brother, Leslie McDonald, and his wife, Margot, of West Pittston, 
Pennsylvania; and her sister, Karen Heibert, and her husband, Dave, of 
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 24, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at
 Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City.&nbsp; Viewing will be held on Thursday 
from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial Contributions may be given to Vietnam Veterans of America.

Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guest book at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Vicki Linn Unruh, age 68, died at her home in Ness City, Kansas on 
Sunday, July 19, 2020.&nbsp; She was born on August 31, 1951 in Meade, Kansas
 the daughter of Owen and Frances (Freeburg) McDonald.She is survived by her husband, Lanny Unruh, of 47 years, whom she married on August 4, 1972 in Great Bend, Kansas.Vicki was the secretary and treasurer for Rich’s Roustabout which she
 and her husband owned and operated.&nbsp; She was well known throughout the 
community and will be missed by all who knew her.Vicki is also survived by her daughter, Lana Seib, and her husband, 
Anson; her son, Ryan Unruh, and his wife, Abby; two grandchildren, 
Jackson Seib and Mason Unruh, all of Ness City.&nbsp; She is also survived by
 her brother, Leslie McDonald, and his wife, Margot, of West Pittston, 
Pennsylvania; and her sister, Karen Heibert, and her husband, Dave, of 
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 24, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at
 Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City.&nbsp; Viewing will be held on Thursday 
from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Memorial Contributions may be given to Vietnam Veterans of America.Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guest book at www.fitzgeraldfuneral.com.

Vicki Linn Unruh

Chancey “Red” Floyd Perry Jr.; (1925-2020); age 94; husband, father, 
grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, retired resident of El 
Dorado, Kansas; passed away on July 17, 2020. He was a WWII Navy Veteran
 and retired from Occidental Petroleum (Cities Services), where he 
worked for 34 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 81 in 
El Dorado. 
He was born September 12, 1925 in Jennings, Oklahoma to Chancey (Dutch) and Flora (Ogden) Perry. 
He married Betty A. Arnel on December 13, 1948, in Russell, Kansas. They 
were married for 69 years. Chancey has gone to be with his love, friend 
and helpmate. 
Chancey loved to boat, fish and hunt. He really liked catching crappie. 
He enjoyed playing Mexican dominoes with family and friends. 
His daughter always knew he was someone you could depend on. As his 
grandson expressed it, Red loved his family deeply, but was cautious 
about expressing it. He showed his love by his constant presence and 
actions. He will be deeply missed by his family. 
Preceded in death by his wife Betty A. Perry, parents Dutch and Flora Perry, one sister, Marybelle Robinson. 
Chancey is survived by his daughter Twila (Fred) Carver, grandchildren 
Michelle Carson and Anthony Carver, three great-grandchildren and one 
sister, Florine Clarke. 
Friends may gather with the family from 9:30-10:30am on Thursday, July 
23 at Carlson Colonial Funeral Home in El Dorado. Funeral services will 
be held at 11am on Thursday, July 23 at Sunset Lawns Cemetery in El 
Dorado. Memorial contributions in Red’s name may be directed to the El 
Dorado Senior Center. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a 
memory of Red at www.carlsoncolonial.com

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 </figure>Chancey “Red” Floyd Perry Jr.; (1925-2020); age 94; husband, father, 
grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, retired resident of El 
Dorado, Kansas; passed away on July 17, 2020. He was a WWII Navy Veteran
 and retired from Occidental Petroleum (Cities Services), where he 
worked for 34 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 81 in 
El Dorado. 
He was born September 12, 1925 in Jennings, Oklahoma to Chancey (Dutch) and Flora (Ogden) Perry. 
He married Betty A. Arnel on December 13, 1948, in Russell, Kansas. They 
were married for 69 years. Chancey has gone to be with his love, friend 
and helpmate. 
Chancey loved to boat, fish and hunt. He really liked catching crappie. 
He enjoyed playing Mexican dominoes with family and friends. 
His daughter always knew he was someone you could depend on. As his 
grandson expressed it, Red loved his family deeply, but was cautious 
about expressing it. He showed his love by his constant presence and 
actions. He will be deeply missed by his family. 
Preceded in death by his wife Betty A. Perry, parents Dutch and Flora Perry, one sister, Marybelle Robinson. 
Chancey is survived by his daughter Twila (Fred) Carver, grandchildren 
Michelle Carson and Anthony Carver, three great-grandchildren and one 
sister, Florine Clarke. 
Friends may gather with the family from 9:30-10:30am on Thursday, July 
23 at Carlson Colonial Funeral Home in El Dorado. Funeral services will 
be held at 11am on Thursday, July 23 at Sunset Lawns Cemetery in El 
Dorado. Memorial contributions in Red’s name may be directed to the El 
Dorado Senior Center. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a 
memory of Red at www.carlsoncolonial.com

Chancey 'Red' Floyd Perry Jr.

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Nau, 74, passed away July 18, 2020 at Western Plains Medical Complex, Dodge City, KS.

She was born August 8, 1945 in Dodge City, KS, the daughter of 
Alphons Francis and Anna Mary Beller Nau.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she
 was a retired cook at the Larned State Hospital.

She was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed family and traveling.

Survivors include: two daughters, Elizabeth (Betsy) Krueger, Dodge 
City, KS, Lynn Mariche, Cimarron, KS; son, Alphons Mariche, Dodge City, 
KS; seven sisters, Marie Gilchrist, Lakin, KS, Margaret (Larry) 
Phillips, Jetmore, KS, Stella (Gene) Linder, New Braunfels, TX, Francine
 (Mike) Schraeder, Jetmore, KS, Loraine Klain, Fort Lupton, CO, 
Christine (Alan) Herbert and Geneva Cecil, both of Dodge City, KS; 
brother, Norbert Nau, Skidmore, TX; four grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alphons and Anna Nau.

Memorials may be given to Elizabeth “Betty” Nau Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Nau, 74, passed away July 18, 2020 at Western Plains Medical Complex, Dodge City, KS.She was born August 8, 1945 in Dodge City, KS, the daughter of 
Alphons Francis and Anna Mary Beller Nau.&nbsp; A longtime area resident, she
 was a retired cook at the Larned State Hospital.She was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed family and traveling.Survivors include: two daughters, Elizabeth (Betsy) Krueger, Dodge 
City, KS, Lynn Mariche, Cimarron, KS; son, Alphons Mariche, Dodge City, 
KS; seven sisters, Marie Gilchrist, Lakin, KS, Margaret (Larry) 
Phillips, Jetmore, KS, Stella (Gene) Linder, New Braunfels, TX, Francine
 (Mike) Schraeder, Jetmore, KS, Loraine Klain, Fort Lupton, CO, 
Christine (Alan) Herbert and Geneva Cecil, both of Dodge City, KS; 
brother, Norbert Nau, Skidmore, TX; four grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Alphons and Anna Nau.Cremation has taken place.Memorials may be given to Elizabeth “Betty” Nau Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elizabeth 'Betty' Ann Nau

James E. “Jim” Daniels, 70, passed away July 18, 2020, at the 
University Of Kansas Health System-Great Bend Campus. He was born on 
December 12, 1949, at Dallas, Tex., to Mary Lou Carey and James Daniels.
 He married Connie Pedigo on July 28, 1975, at Great Bend. She survives.

A current Great Bend resident, James was a milk delivery driver for 
Highland Dairy Farms. He liked to golf, fish and hunt. He enjoyed 
spending time with his family but especially enjoyed spending time with 
his granddaughter, Madyson.

Survivors include, his wife, Connie Daniels of the home; his daughter
 Rhiannon McNulty and son in law Brent; two brothers, Marvin Terhune and
 wife Kathy of Carbondale, and Randy Terhune and wife Kim of Maple Hill;
 and a sister, Doris Terhune of Independence, Mo; and a granddaughter, 
Madyson McNulty. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, 
Roberta Brost.

Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 27, 2020, 
at Great Bend Cemetery North, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. In lieu
 of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the Education Fund 
for Madyson McNulty, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>James E. “Jim” Daniels, 70, passed away July 18, 2020, at the 
University Of Kansas Health System-Great Bend Campus. He was born on 
December 12, 1949, at Dallas, Tex., to Mary Lou Carey and James Daniels.
 He married Connie Pedigo on July 28, 1975, at Great Bend. She survives.A current Great Bend resident, James was a milk delivery driver for 
Highland Dairy Farms. He liked to golf, fish and hunt. He enjoyed 
spending time with his family but especially enjoyed spending time with 
his granddaughter, Madyson.Survivors include, his wife, Connie Daniels of the home; his daughter
 Rhiannon McNulty and son in law Brent; two brothers, Marvin Terhune and
 wife Kathy of Carbondale, and Randy Terhune and wife Kim of Maple Hill;
 and a sister, Doris Terhune of Independence, Mo; and a granddaughter, 
Madyson McNulty. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, 
Roberta Brost.Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, July 27, 2020, 
at Great Bend Cemetery North, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. In lieu
 of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the Education Fund 
for Madyson McNulty, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

James E. 'Jim' Daniels

Richard Lee Cecil came into this world August 15, 1941, but most 
would say he left as Marvin Puckelschwartz. He was humorous to the end, 
telling his daughter Tonya when asked within hours of his death if she 
could get him anything, to which he replied with a crooked smile “lots 
of money” he peacefully passed on July 19, 2020.

Born in Los Angeles, California the eldest son of Doit and Lucille 
(Allen) Cecil.&nbsp; The family moved to Dodge City where the Lamplighter 
Club was started by the family and became a staple of Dodge City and the
 surrounding communities.&nbsp; Richard graduated from Dodge City High School
 where he was a standout athlete and could often be mistaken as the 
doppelganger of James Dean.

Richard met Helen M. Kimminau in 1963 and it was love at first 
sight.&nbsp; They married June 29, 1964.&nbsp; Helen thought she was getting the 
handsome, bad boy movie star Clint Eastwood look alike, only to find out
 she got Bozo the Clown.&nbsp;

Richard had a long and renown career with the postal service, known 
around town as the “mailman”.&nbsp; He could be seen traipsing down Wyatt 
Earp in his Santa suit at Christmas delivering mail and handing out 
candy.&nbsp; He retired after 41 years in 2006. &nbsp;Although that was his 
profession his passion was people.&nbsp; He was a Rembrandt at making people 
laugh and he painted many masterpieces.

Richard is survived by his wife Helen of 56 years.&nbsp; His children 
Tonya Maier and husband Garry Lee. Chance, Chace and Charnea.&nbsp; 
Grandchildren Brayton Maier, Ayrton Maier, Nicholas Nieves and Ariszay 
Nieves. Brothers Donny and Ronny and a host of cousins and loyal 
friends.&nbsp;

Richard was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Cathedral; he never 
lost his faith and love in God. He survived gangrene, a quadruple 
bypass, a stroke, paralysis, a broken neck, stomach cancer, and was 
preparing to fight liver cancer.&nbsp; He wasn’t worried about a virus named 
after a beer taking him out!

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at “I
 Don’t Care Family Restaurant” (because we all know…he actually didn’t 
care), 1510 W. Spruce St., Dodge City.&nbsp; With lunch to follow. Friends may 
sign the book Tuesday, July 21, from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel. Burial will be at a later date as cremation has already taken 
place.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801 to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Wounded Warriors OR Trump 2020 – LOL.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Richard Lee Cecil came into this world August 15, 1941, but most 
would say he left as Marvin Puckelschwartz. He was humorous to the end, 
telling his daughter Tonya when asked within hours of his death if she 
could get him anything, to which he replied with a crooked smile “lots 
of money” he peacefully passed on July 19, 2020.Born in Los Angeles, California the eldest son of Doit and Lucille 
(Allen) Cecil.&nbsp; The family moved to Dodge City where the Lamplighter 
Club was started by the family and became a staple of Dodge City and the
 surrounding communities.&nbsp; Richard graduated from Dodge City High School
 where he was a standout athlete and could often be mistaken as the 
doppelganger of James Dean.Richard met Helen M. Kimminau in 1963 and it was love at first 
sight.&nbsp; They married June 29, 1964.&nbsp; Helen thought she was getting the 
handsome, bad boy movie star Clint Eastwood look alike, only to find out
 she got Bozo the Clown.&nbsp;Richard had a long and renown career with the postal service, known 
around town as the “mailman”.&nbsp; He could be seen traipsing down Wyatt 
Earp in his Santa suit at Christmas delivering mail and handing out 
candy.&nbsp; He retired after 41 years in 2006. &nbsp;Although that was his 
profession his passion was people.&nbsp; He was a Rembrandt at making people 
laugh and he painted many masterpieces.Richard is survived by his wife Helen of 56 years.&nbsp; His children 
Tonya Maier and husband Garry Lee. Chance, Chace and Charnea.&nbsp; 
Grandchildren Brayton Maier, Ayrton Maier, Nicholas Nieves and Ariszay 
Nieves. Brothers Donny and Ronny and a host of cousins and loyal 
friends.&nbsp;Richard was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Cathedral; he never 
lost his faith and love in God. He survived gangrene, a quadruple 
bypass, a stroke, paralysis, a broken neck, stomach cancer, and was 
preparing to fight liver cancer.&nbsp; He wasn’t worried about a virus named 
after a beer taking him out!Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at “I
 Don’t Care Family Restaurant” (because we all know…he actually didn’t 
care), 1510 W. Spruce St., Dodge City.&nbsp; With lunch to follow. Friends may 
sign the book Tuesday, July 21, from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel. Burial will be at a later date as cremation has already taken 
place.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801 to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Wounded Warriors OR Trump 2020 – LOL.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard Lee Cecil

Jonathan Francis Flax, age 30, died July 17, 2020 at the Grisell 
Memorial Hospital, Ransom, Kansas. He was born on April 9, 1990 in 
Ransom, Kansas, the son of Denice (Ary) and Kenneth Flax.

On August 28, 2010, he married Jayme K. Salmans in Ransom. To this union two children were born, Kalihan and Kamden.

Jonathan was a 2008 graduate of Western Plains High School. He was 
very active in the Ransom community, serving on the school board, 
coaching and refereeing basketball and baseball for the Rec. Commission,
 as well as refereeing for various sports for the school. He volunteered
 to judge at many forensic meets and scholars bowl meets. Jonathan was a
 member of St. Aloysius Church, and he was a 3rd and 4th
 degree Knight of Columbus. Jonathan attended firefighting school and 
was a volunteer firefighter for Ransom, where he was awarded Firefighter
 of the Year in 2012 and 2016. Jonathan enjoyed playing the drums, and 
he painted beautiful landscape pictures.

Surviving Jonathan are his parents, Kenneth and Denice; his 
grandparents, Darrell and Judy Ary, all of Ransom; his daughter, Kalihan
 and his son, Kamden, both of Utica, KS; his three brothers, Kelly Flax 
and his partner, Kristen Shull of McCracken, Jayme Flax and Darren Flax,
 both of Ransom; his niece, Alyce Davis, and his nephews, Maxstyn 
Avritt, Ezra Davis, Silas Flax, and Rowen Flax, all of McCracken, and 
nephew Keegan Hall of Ness City; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He
 is preceded in death by his grandparents, Francis and Marjorie Flax.

Funeral service will be held on July 22, 2020 10:00 a.m., at St. 
Aloysius Church, Ransom.&nbsp; Those wishing to “social distance” may watch 
the service at the Western Plains High School Auditorium. Rosary and 
Parish Vigil will be on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at St. 
Aloysius Church. Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Tuesday 
from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and at the church prior to the services.

Memorial Contributions may be given to the Education Fund for Kali and Kamden.

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 </figure>Jonathan Francis Flax, age 30, died July 17, 2020 at the Grisell 
Memorial Hospital, Ransom, Kansas. He was born on April 9, 1990 in 
Ransom, Kansas, the son of Denice (Ary) and Kenneth Flax.On August 28, 2010, he married Jayme K. Salmans in Ransom. To this union two children were born, Kalihan and Kamden.Jonathan was a 2008 graduate of Western Plains High School. He was 
very active in the Ransom community, serving on the school board, 
coaching and refereeing basketball and baseball for the Rec. Commission,
 as well as refereeing for various sports for the school. He volunteered
 to judge at many forensic meets and scholars bowl meets. Jonathan was a
 member of St. Aloysius Church, and he was a 3rd and 4th
 degree Knight of Columbus. Jonathan attended firefighting school and 
was a volunteer firefighter for Ransom, where he was awarded Firefighter
 of the Year in 2012 and 2016. Jonathan enjoyed playing the drums, and 
he painted beautiful landscape pictures.Surviving Jonathan are his parents, Kenneth and Denice; his 
grandparents, Darrell and Judy Ary, all of Ransom; his daughter, Kalihan
 and his son, Kamden, both of Utica, KS; his three brothers, Kelly Flax 
and his partner, Kristen Shull of McCracken, Jayme Flax and Darren Flax,
 both of Ransom; his niece, Alyce Davis, and his nephews, Maxstyn 
Avritt, Ezra Davis, Silas Flax, and Rowen Flax, all of McCracken, and 
nephew Keegan Hall of Ness City; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He
 is preceded in death by his grandparents, Francis and Marjorie Flax.Funeral service will be held on July 22, 2020 10:00 a.m., at St. 
Aloysius Church, Ransom.&nbsp; Those wishing to “social distance” may watch 
the service at the Western Plains High School Auditorium. Rosary and 
Parish Vigil will be on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at St. 
Aloysius Church. Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on Tuesday 
from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and at the church prior to the services.Memorial Contributions may be given to the Education Fund for Kali and Kamden.

Jonathan Francis Flax

Lifelong Sharon Springs, Kansas, resident Wilma J. Whitney, 74, died Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at El Dorado, Kansas.

She was born January 11, 1946, in Goodland, Kansas, the daughter of 
Loren Bradford Armstrong and Hazel Alvina (Wilson) Armstrong.&nbsp; She 
graduated from Wallace County High School, Sharon Springs, and attended 
Colby Community College.

On December 18, 1966, she and Billy Dean Whitney were married at the 
United Methodist Church, and they made their home in Sharon Springs, 
where they raised two daughters.&nbsp; Throughout their lives together, Wilma
 and Billy faced much adversity, but they raised their daughters with 
the values of resilience and community service. As the late county 
historian and newspaper columnist Ruth Jackson wrote in 1995 in The 
Western Times, “I’ll salute […] Bill and Wilma Whitney. They have had 
their problems, but manage to survive. They are a great couple, always 
smiling and helping each other and the community at large.”

Wilma often worked multiple jobs to support their family, and taught 
her daughters by example that hard work and service to others are 
important. She was the longtime manager of the Strand Theatre and 
curator of Fort Wallace Memorial Museum, worked at the Sharon Springs 
Public Library, and served for many years as the director of the Sharon 
Springs Housing Authority, amongst other jobs. She also owned and 
operated a business, Whitney Tax Service, for several decades.

From her childhood years in Smoky Valley 4-H Club to leading the 
Wallace County Historical Society as president for several terms, Wilma 
literally spent most of her life in public service, all of it in Wallace
 County. She was a former president and longtime member of Smoky Valley 
EHU, leading and helping with countless volunteer efforts over 50 years;
 served as treasurer of the Wallace County history book second volume; 
was a former member of the Wesleyan Women's Circle and longtime United 
Methodist Women member; and a lifetime member of Fort Wallace Historical
 Society and the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church.&nbsp; In 1986, she 
served as chairwoman and organizer of the Sharon Springs Centennial 
Celebration. Wilma was deeply touched when she was awarded the Lifetime 
of Service Award in 2017 by the Wallace County Foundation.

But she was known by her friends and neighbors especially for her 
baking. Wilma baked often for others, taking meals and treats to 
shut-ins and helping with monthly birthday parties at the nursing home. 
This volunteer spirit continued even in her final months staying in 
Emporia for healthcare reasons, baking muffins and cookies for her new 
neighbors. She didn’t know a stranger. She would often find a sack of 
bananas on her door with a note asking if she’d like to make banana 
bread or muffins today.

She taught her daughters to make and give May Day baskets each year, 
as well as platters of Christmas cookies and candies. Her grandchildren 
were welcomed each year to “Camp Grandma,” when she planned arts and 
crafts projects, baking, Bible school, and helping with their 4-H 
projects.

Wilma deeply treasured her trips in later years with daughter 
Tiffany, “bonus sister” Barbara, and her aunt Marvel. She enjoyed 
visiting Las Vegas, Georgia, Branson, taking an epic road trip to 
Nashville, and last year, a trip-of-a-lifetime Alaskan cruise.

Preceding her in death were her husband, Billy; infant son, Dallas 
Dean Whitney; her parents; and three brothers, Robert Armstrong, Ben 
Armstrong, and Billie Armstrong.

Surviving family includes daughter Charity Horinek and her husband 
Mark of Sublette; daughter Tiffany Ochs and her husband Troy of Emporia;
 eight grandchildren, Lorrin Ochs and fiancé Caleb Strohm of Burlingame;
 Cassidy Ochs of Emporia; Hope Horinek, Hannah Horinek, Noah Horinek, 
Elizabeth Horinek, Ainsley Horinek, and Trelawney Horinek, all of 
Sublette; great-granddaughter Naomi Orth of Sublette; sisters Betty 
Yotter of Leoti and Donna Price of Tribune; brother Jim and his wife 
Cindy Armstrong of Ulysses; sisters-in-law Barbara Engel of Sharon 
Springs, Marilyn Armstrong of Leoti, and Marilyn D. Armstrong of 
Wichita; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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

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 </figure>Lifelong Sharon Springs, Kansas, resident Wilma J. Whitney, 74, died Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at El Dorado, Kansas.She was born January 11, 1946, in Goodland, Kansas, the daughter of 
Loren Bradford Armstrong and Hazel Alvina (Wilson) Armstrong.&nbsp; She 
graduated from Wallace County High School, Sharon Springs, and attended 
Colby Community College.On December 18, 1966, she and Billy Dean Whitney were married at the 
United Methodist Church, and they made their home in Sharon Springs, 
where they raised two daughters.&nbsp; Throughout their lives together, Wilma
 and Billy faced much adversity, but they raised their daughters with 
the values of resilience and community service. As the late county 
historian and newspaper columnist Ruth Jackson wrote in 1995 in The 
Western Times, “I’ll salute […] Bill and Wilma Whitney. They have had 
their problems, but manage to survive. They are a great couple, always 
smiling and helping each other and the community at large.”Wilma often worked multiple jobs to support their family, and taught 
her daughters by example that hard work and service to others are 
important. She was the longtime manager of the Strand Theatre and 
curator of Fort Wallace Memorial Museum, worked at the Sharon Springs 
Public Library, and served for many years as the director of the Sharon 
Springs Housing Authority, amongst other jobs. She also owned and 
operated a business, Whitney Tax Service, for several decades.From her childhood years in Smoky Valley 4-H Club to leading the 
Wallace County Historical Society as president for several terms, Wilma 
literally spent most of her life in public service, all of it in Wallace
 County. She was a former president and longtime member of Smoky Valley 
EHU, leading and helping with countless volunteer efforts over 50 years;
 served as treasurer of the Wallace County history book second volume; 
was a former member of the Wesleyan Women's Circle and longtime United 
Methodist Women member; and a lifetime member of Fort Wallace Historical
 Society and the Sharon Springs United Methodist Church.&nbsp; In 1986, she 
served as chairwoman and organizer of the Sharon Springs Centennial 
Celebration. Wilma was deeply touched when she was awarded the Lifetime 
of Service Award in 2017 by the Wallace County Foundation.But she was known by her friends and neighbors especially for her 
baking. Wilma baked often for others, taking meals and treats to 
shut-ins and helping with monthly birthday parties at the nursing home. 
This volunteer spirit continued even in her final months staying in 
Emporia for healthcare reasons, baking muffins and cookies for her new 
neighbors. She didn’t know a stranger. She would often find a sack of 
bananas on her door with a note asking if she’d like to make banana 
bread or muffins today.She taught her daughters to make and give May Day baskets each year, 
as well as platters of Christmas cookies and candies. Her grandchildren 
were welcomed each year to “Camp Grandma,” when she planned arts and 
crafts projects, baking, Bible school, and helping with their 4-H 
projects.Wilma deeply treasured her trips in later years with daughter 
Tiffany, “bonus sister” Barbara, and her aunt Marvel. She enjoyed 
visiting Las Vegas, Georgia, Branson, taking an epic road trip to 
Nashville, and last year, a trip-of-a-lifetime Alaskan cruise.Preceding her in death were her husband, Billy; infant son, Dallas 
Dean Whitney; her parents; and three brothers, Robert Armstrong, Ben 
Armstrong, and Billie Armstrong.Surviving family includes daughter Charity Horinek and her husband 
Mark of Sublette; daughter Tiffany Ochs and her husband Troy of Emporia;
 eight grandchildren, Lorrin Ochs and fiancé Caleb Strohm of Burlingame;
 Cassidy Ochs of Emporia; Hope Horinek, Hannah Horinek, Noah Horinek, 
Elizabeth Horinek, Ainsley Horinek, and Trelawney Horinek, all of 
Sublette; great-granddaughter Naomi Orth of Sublette; sisters Betty 
Yotter of Leoti and Donna Price of Tribune; brother Jim and his wife 
Cindy Armstrong of Ulysses; sisters-in-law Barbara Engel of Sharon 
Springs, Marilyn Armstrong of Leoti, and Marilyn D. Armstrong of 
Wichita; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Wilma-Whitney">HERE</a> for service details.

Wilma June (Armstrong) Whitney

Thomas Joseph Gilmore, 82, of Blackhawk Assisted Living, Springhill, Kansas, passed away early Saturday morning July 11, 2020 of heart issues. He was surrounded by John, Liz and Dahlia Gilmore when he passed peacefully.

Tom Gilmore was born September 21, 1937, in Newton, Kansas, to Pascal Gilmore and the former Mary Kathryn Elson; his father was in pipeline construction contracting, eventually forming Gilmore Pipeline &amp; Oil Field Construction Co. with his brother J.B. in Hays, Kansas.

He grew up in Oklahoma and Kansas, principally Great Bend and Hays, Kansas. He was a 1959 graduate of Fort Hays Kansas State University and a member of Kappa Sigma Kappa fraternity.

He served in the Army Reserve and was always proud of his service to our country. In 1961, he married the love of his life, Sharon Gioe of Indianapolis, Indiana. They were happily married for 53 years until she passed in 2014. Tom and Sharon were the proud parents of Stephanie Sharifi, a special education teacher, and John Pascal Gilmore, owner of Vintegrity Missouri and Vintegrity Kansas.

Tom was a Certified Public Accountant and was proud to dedicate countless and long hours to giving his clients the best possible service. Tom began his career in Wichita, Kansas with F.B. Kubic &amp; Co. and when the family moved to Bloomington, Indiana, Tom was a partner at Guy Wiley &amp; Co., later being acquired by George S. Olive. However, the most rewarding work for Tom was his last position with Toby Prince CPA where he enjoyed Toby’s youthful energy, dedication to doing the job right and where he felt he contributed to helping build Toby’s practice.

He was an avid supporter of the Indiana University Hoosiers basketball team and a lifelong New York Yankees fan, who always kept score, whether he was at the ballfield or watching a game on TV. His cousin Tom Greenwade, the Yankee scout known for signing Mickey Mantle, was a personal hero. Tom absolutely loved being in a ballpark with family and no shirt ever escaped mustard from his hot dog at any game. Tom and John had a 15 year streak of attending every Yankees/ Royals series, with Aunt Ginny and Uncle Bob sometimes coming from Connecticut to attend. He felt deeply the absence of professional and collegiate sports during the coronavirus epidemic.

Since childhood, the most important thing to Tom was his family and he never got over the death of his father when Tom was just fifteen. He vowed to spend every single minute possible with his kids and never missed a game, concert, or school event. Tom and Sharon both were wonderful grandparents, helping both John and Stephanie with their children whenever the opportunity arose. Tom had a special place in his heart for his granddaughter Jessie, and she seemed happiest in his arms.

In addition to his son and daughter, he is survived by sisters Virginia Vocelli and Carolyn McGovern; by grandchildren Jeremy Lomax and his wife Erica Louie, Jessica Sharifi and Dominique Sharifi, and Dahlia Gilmore; and by Liz Mendez-Gilmore, wife of John; Michael Sharifi, husband of Stephanie; Robert Vocelli, husband of Virginia; Dan McGovern, husband of Carolyn, and Katie McGovern-Pizzi, her husband Richard Pizzi, and their daughter, Reilly; and by cousins Louis Carl Gilmore, David Elson, and Denise Elson Tucker.

Tom’s guiding principle was The Golden Rule “Treat others as you would like others to treat you.” He believed in helping people who needed a hand and honoring your word. Tom had an incredible work ethic that Stephanie always exhibited, and John later adopted after messing around in high school and college. John’s favorite lesson from his Dad was that if you borrow something from someone, you bring in back in better shape than it was when you got it.

Tom’s family will miss his over-the-top sense of humor, the loving way he cared for them and the kindness he showed to all.

Funeral Services will be held July 24 at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64145 (816-942-6180) from 11 am to 12 pm. Visitation only with social distancing and masks required.

Graveside ceremony to be held at 12:30 pm: Graveside service at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, 9501 159th St, Overland Park, KS. Reception to follow. 

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 </figure>Thomas Joseph Gilmore, 82, of Blackhawk Assisted Living, Springhill, Kansas, passed away early Saturday morning July 11, 2020 of heart issues. He was surrounded by John, Liz and Dahlia Gilmore when he passed peacefully.Tom Gilmore was born September 21, 1937, in Newton, Kansas, to Pascal Gilmore and the former Mary Kathryn Elson; his father was in pipeline construction contracting, eventually forming Gilmore Pipeline &amp; Oil Field Construction Co. with his brother J.B. in Hays, Kansas.He grew up in Oklahoma and Kansas, principally Great Bend and Hays, Kansas. He was a 1959 graduate of Fort Hays Kansas State University and a member of Kappa Sigma Kappa fraternity.He served in the Army Reserve and was always proud of his service to our country. In 1961, he married the love of his life, Sharon Gioe of Indianapolis, Indiana. They were happily married for 53 years until she passed in 2014. Tom and Sharon were the proud parents of Stephanie Sharifi, a special education teacher, and John Pascal Gilmore, owner of Vintegrity Missouri and Vintegrity Kansas.Tom was a Certified Public Accountant and was proud to dedicate countless and long hours to giving his clients the best possible service. Tom began his career in Wichita, Kansas with F.B. Kubic &amp; Co. and when the family moved to Bloomington, Indiana, Tom was a partner at Guy Wiley &amp; Co., later being acquired by George S. Olive. However, the most rewarding work for Tom was his last position with Toby Prince CPA where he enjoyed Toby’s youthful energy, dedication to doing the job right and where he felt he contributed to helping build Toby’s practice.He was an avid supporter of the Indiana University Hoosiers basketball team and a lifelong New York Yankees fan, who always kept score, whether he was at the ballfield or watching a game on TV. His cousin Tom Greenwade, the Yankee scout known for signing Mickey Mantle, was a personal hero. Tom absolutely loved being in a ballpark with family and no shirt ever escaped mustard from his hot dog at any game. Tom and John had a 15 year streak of attending every Yankees/ Royals series, with Aunt Ginny and Uncle Bob sometimes coming from Connecticut to attend. He felt deeply the absence of professional and collegiate sports during the coronavirus epidemic.Since childhood, the most important thing to Tom was his family and he never got over the death of his father when Tom was just fifteen. He vowed to spend every single minute possible with his kids and never missed a game, concert, or school event. Tom and Sharon both were wonderful grandparents, helping both John and Stephanie with their children whenever the opportunity arose. Tom had a special place in his heart for his granddaughter Jessie, and she seemed happiest in his arms.In addition to his son and daughter, he is survived by sisters Virginia Vocelli and Carolyn McGovern; by grandchildren Jeremy Lomax and his wife Erica Louie, Jessica Sharifi and Dominique Sharifi, and Dahlia Gilmore; and by Liz Mendez-Gilmore, wife of John; Michael Sharifi, husband of Stephanie; Robert Vocelli, husband of Virginia; Dan McGovern, husband of Carolyn, and Katie McGovern-Pizzi, her husband Richard Pizzi, and their daughter, Reilly; and by cousins Louis Carl Gilmore, David Elson, and Denise Elson Tucker.Tom’s guiding principle was The Golden Rule “Treat others as you would like others to treat you.” He believed in helping people who needed a hand and honoring your word. Tom had an incredible work ethic that Stephanie always exhibited, and John later adopted after messing around in high school and college. John’s favorite lesson from his Dad was that if you borrow something from someone, you bring in back in better shape than it was when you got it.Tom’s family will miss his over-the-top sense of humor, the loving way he cared for them and the kindness he showed to all.Funeral Services will be held July 24 at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64145 (816-942-6180) from 11 am to 12 pm. Visitation only with social distancing and masks required.Graveside ceremony to be held at 12:30 pm: Graveside service at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, 9501 159th St, Overland Park, KS. Reception to follow.

Thomas Joseph Gilmore

Vernie Lee Nelssen, age 93, passed away on Wednesday July 15, 2020, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.

Survivors include 2 daughters Judy (Dennis) Schmidt of Smith Center and Janeen (Bob) Hughes of Valley Center; 2 sons Jim of Manhattan and Jeff (Traci) of Wichita; 6 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren.

There will be a public visitation held from 5PM until 7PM Tuesday July 21, 2020, at the Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:30AM Wednesday July 22, 2020, at the Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.

The family would like to encourage anyone in attendance wear a face mask or any face covering for everyone's safety.

Interment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Smith Center, KS.

The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Smith Center Schools and can be sent in care of the mortuary.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary of Smith Center.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.simmons-rentschler.com/">www.simmons-rentschler.com</a>

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 </figure>Vernie Lee Nelssen, age 93, passed away on Wednesday July 15, 2020, at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS.Survivors include 2 daughters Judy (Dennis) Schmidt of Smith Center and Janeen (Bob) Hughes of Valley Center; 2 sons Jim of Manhattan and Jeff (Traci) of Wichita; 6 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren.There will be a public visitation held from 5PM until 7PM Tuesday July 21, 2020, at the Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:30AM Wednesday July 22, 2020, at the Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary.The family would like to encourage anyone in attendance wear a face mask or any face covering for everyone's safety.Interment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Smith Center, KS.The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Smith Center Schools and can be sent in care of the mortuary.Arrangements are entrusted to the Simmons-Rentschler Mortuary of Smith Center.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.simmons-rentschler.com/">www.simmons-rentschler.com</a>

Vernie Lee Nelssen

Sharon “Sherri” K. Wells of Norton, passed away on July 18, 2020 at the 
Logan Manor in Logan, Kansas. Sherri was born on March 8, 1949 to 
Killian and Regina (Ruder) Gerber in Plainville, Kansas. Sherri was 
united in marriage to Emery Wells Jr. in November of 1985 at the 
Plainville Courthouse. She was blessed with two children, Andrew and 
Trisha.
 Sherri spent a lot of her life moving around. She was a native to 
Rooks County but moved to Denver and Wyoming for several job 
opportunities, and in the early 2000’s she relocated to Norton to live 
near her family and spend the rest of her years enjoying her kids and 
grandkids. She graduated from Plainville High School and attended Colby 
Community College where she earned her Associates Degree and a Training 
Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She loved to take care 
of others and spent the majority of her years as a CNA. 
 Sherri was a faith filled woman and attended catholic churches 
everywhere she moved. She took pride in her yard work and enjoyed 
gardening, mowing, and all together staying busy. Whether she was 
attending to her lawn, taking part in worship, taking care of others, 
cooking, or chasing grandkids, she was always staying busy.
 Left to cherish her memory are her children, Andrew (Devaney) Wells 
of Norton and Trisha (Jarrod) Lawson of Norton; sisters, Sandy (Bob) 
Dreiling of Aladdin, WY, Sheryl Brown of Hays, KS, and Susan (David) 
Axelson of Parachute, CO; grandkids, Damian Lawson, Dillon Lawson, 
Peyton Lawson, Phillip Wells, Toby Wells, Reagan Lawson, Cooper Wells, 
and Colette Wells; one great-grandchild, Elena Lawson, with one on the 
way; and best friend, cousin, Joanie (Kit) Hunter.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Killian and Regina Gerber; 
husband, Emery Wells Jr.; infant brother, Kenny Gerber; and 
brother-in-law Don Brown.
 Private family services have been chosen with interment at Norton Cemetery in Norton, Kansas.
 Memorials are suggested to the Logan Manor and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, Kansas 
67663.

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 </figure>Sharon “Sherri” K. Wells of Norton, passed away on July 18, 2020 at the 
Logan Manor in Logan, Kansas. Sherri was born on March 8, 1949 to 
Killian and Regina (Ruder) Gerber in Plainville, Kansas. Sherri was 
united in marriage to Emery Wells Jr. in November of 1985 at the 
Plainville Courthouse. She was blessed with two children, Andrew and 
Trisha.
 Sherri spent a lot of her life moving around. She was a native to 
Rooks County but moved to Denver and Wyoming for several job 
opportunities, and in the early 2000’s she relocated to Norton to live 
near her family and spend the rest of her years enjoying her kids and 
grandkids. She graduated from Plainville High School and attended Colby 
Community College where she earned her Associates Degree and a Training 
Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She loved to take care 
of others and spent the majority of her years as a CNA. 
 Sherri was a faith filled woman and attended catholic churches 
everywhere she moved. She took pride in her yard work and enjoyed 
gardening, mowing, and all together staying busy. Whether she was 
attending to her lawn, taking part in worship, taking care of others, 
cooking, or chasing grandkids, she was always staying busy.
 Left to cherish her memory are her children, Andrew (Devaney) Wells 
of Norton and Trisha (Jarrod) Lawson of Norton; sisters, Sandy (Bob) 
Dreiling of Aladdin, WY, Sheryl Brown of Hays, KS, and Susan (David) 
Axelson of Parachute, CO; grandkids, Damian Lawson, Dillon Lawson, 
Peyton Lawson, Phillip Wells, Toby Wells, Reagan Lawson, Cooper Wells, 
and Colette Wells; one great-grandchild, Elena Lawson, with one on the 
way; and best friend, cousin, Joanie (Kit) Hunter.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Killian and Regina Gerber; 
husband, Emery Wells Jr.; infant brother, Kenny Gerber; and 
brother-in-law Don Brown.
 Private family services have been chosen with interment at Norton Cemetery in Norton, Kansas.
 Memorials are suggested to the Logan Manor and may be sent in care 
of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St, Plainville, Kansas 
67663.

Sharon 'Sherri' K. Wells

Stella Adella Augustine, age 92, of 
Ellis, Kansas, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Hays Medical 
Center. She was born July 21, 1927 in Ellis County, Kansas to Ignatz and
 Rosa (Weber) Lang Jr. She graduated from Ellis High School in 1945. On 
February 6, 1946 she married Paul Peter Augustine at St. Mary's Catholic
 Church in Ellis. He preceded her in death on October 12, 1999.

Stella was a homemaker. She was a 
member of St. Mary's Church and the Ellis Daughters of Isabella. She 
taught first communion classes for several years and she enjoyed 
gardening and bowling.

She is survived by two sons, Melvin 
Augustine and wife Gini of Ellis and Dean Augustine of Ransom, Kansas; 
three daughters, Jean Brungardt and husband Mel of Wichita, Kansas, 
Connie Jones and husband Terry of Woodward, Oklahoma and Janice Horne 
and husband Richard of Buckeye, Arizona; 14 grandchildren and 24 great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents; a daughter, Mary Augustine; four brothers, Joe, Johnny, Godfrey
 and Lawrence Lang as well as three sisters, Catherine Wolf, Bertha Lang
 and Rose Marie Augustine.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at St. Mary's catholic Church in Ellis. Burial 
will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Visitation will be Tuesday 6 PM - 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary at 7 PM. Wednesday visitation 
will be 9 AM until service time all at St. Mary's Church.

Services in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.

Contributions are suggested to St. Mary's School or St. Mary's Church.

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

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 </figure>Stella Adella Augustine, age 92, of 
Ellis, Kansas, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Hays Medical 
Center. She was born July 21, 1927 in Ellis County, Kansas to Ignatz and
 Rosa (Weber) Lang Jr. She graduated from Ellis High School in 1945. On 
February 6, 1946 she married Paul Peter Augustine at St. Mary's Catholic
 Church in Ellis. He preceded her in death on October 12, 1999.Stella was a homemaker. She was a 
member of St. Mary's Church and the Ellis Daughters of Isabella. She 
taught first communion classes for several years and she enjoyed 
gardening and bowling.She is survived by two sons, Melvin 
Augustine and wife Gini of Ellis and Dean Augustine of Ransom, Kansas; 
three daughters, Jean Brungardt and husband Mel of Wichita, Kansas, 
Connie Jones and husband Terry of Woodward, Oklahoma and Janice Horne 
and husband Richard of Buckeye, Arizona; 14 grandchildren and 24 great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her 
parents; a daughter, Mary Augustine; four brothers, Joe, Johnny, Godfrey
 and Lawrence Lang as well as three sisters, Catherine Wolf, Bertha Lang
 and Rose Marie Augustine.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at St. Mary's catholic Church in Ellis. Burial 
will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.Visitation will be Tuesday 6 PM - 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary at 7 PM. Wednesday visitation 
will be 9 AM until service time all at St. Mary's Church.Services in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637.Contributions are suggested to St. Mary's School or St. Mary's Church.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Stella Adella Augustine

Mr. Thomas Henry Wellington II was born March 1, 1946 in Los Angeles, California. He was the eldest of four children born to Lloyd L. and Doris Moss. Both parents preceded him in death.

Thomas was baptized at an early age by his uncle, the Elder Clovis A. Wellington while attending Wadsworth Church Of God in Los Angeles, California. He attended South Park Elementary, Gompers Junior High, and Fremont High Schools, Graduating from S. M. Dorsey High School, Los Angeles, California in 1964. He loved sports, lettering in Track and Football. He later attended San Bernardino Valley College and received his AA degree in Liberal Arts with a Minor in Water systems Reclamation and Distribution. His greatest past time was roller skating at various roller rinks.

In 1966 Thomas enlisted into the US Navy for four years, where he served two combat tours of Vietnam, his decorations include:

• Vietnam Campaign Medal (w/1960 Device)

• Vietnam Service Medals (w/3 Bronze Stars for

• Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation

Ribbon Bar (Gallantry Cross w/Palm and Frame)

• And the Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, for the twelve years he served as a Drilling Naval Reservist. His chief duties were the commands Recruiter, and Career Counselor.

We honor this highly decorated combat veteran for his extraordinary heroism in action, displaying gallantry, determination, in accomplishing his unit’s mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions, where 13 men in his unit lost their lives in a single engagement against an armed enemy during the 1968 Vietnam Tet Offense.

Thomas loved the West Pacific especially, Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippine Islands. While station in Subic Bay, he studied Kuntaw Kung-Fu Karate obtaining a “First Degree Black Belt”.

In 1972 Thomas married Bessie LaVerne Haley. To that union daughters Sonia Ruth and Tanya Cherrelle were born.

A year later he became an apprentice in the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 12, where he operated

various types of heavy construction equipments. In 1972, Thomas was informed that Heavy Construction equipment perators were needed on the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline Project. He worked 2 1/2 years on the pipeline, were he encountered grizzly bears and moose and was amazed at the massive size of the animals in real life. He loved talking about his experience on the pipeline project, were he said he would “Work ah While......Pan ah While” for Gold!

He also loved fishing for salmon at his favorite fishing place. Most of his friends thought the one mile hike through the woods was too far to go for salmon knowing bears would be in the area.

Thomas loved Alaska so much that he moved his family to Anchorage in 1977. That year Thomas began a career with the U. S. Department of Defense at Fort Richardson’s Central Power Plant. He held positions as Steam Turbine Generator operator, Boiler Plant Operator, and Electric Power Controller. He obtained his Class 1 Stationary Engineers License, and was promoted to Operation &amp; Maintenance Supervisor WS-12. During the latter years of his career in Alaska he also obtained License and Certification in Water Treatment and Distribution.

Upon retirement from Federal Service in 2004, he received the Department of Army, Achievement Medal, and Medal &amp; Certificate of Appreciation for Dedicated Service.

Thomas said every young man needs guidance in his life’s journey, and that his three role models were; Mr. Melvin Brown of Los Angeles, CA. who thought him automotive mechanics and street sense; Pastor, Dr. Alonzo B. Patterson Jr., Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Anchorage, Alaska thought him how to, sheet rock walls, and ceilings at Shiloh, to

be humble, pray and ask God for vision and purpose; and Rev. Jesse Wilson Jr. who happen to be Chief of Utilities Plants Branch, were Thomas worked at Fort Richardson. Thomas said Jesse would keep him focus. To be humble, steadfast, patient and to always stay close to “The Fire.”

Thomas attended church all of his life. He was youth choir director at Compton First Church of God, and sung in church and community choirs from Los Angeles to Anchorage, Alaska. He was taught by some of the best in the gospel recording industry, such as; James M. Smith (Jay) Greater New Unity Baptist Church of Los Angeles, California;

Cooky Levy, Park Avenue Missionary Baptist Church of Riverside, California; Harrison (Bubba) Johnson Los Angeles Community Choir, California; Henry Jackson Company of Los Angeles, California; Daryll Hawk, GMWA Anchorage, Alaska Chapter; and the Rev. James Cleveland, Great Grace Memorial COGIC, Los Angeles, California.

Thomas‘ professional affiliations include; Anchorage Alaska Municipal Light &amp; Power Commission, The Alaska Black Caucus, Boy Scout Master, American Legion, Coalition of Vietnam Vets, Re-enactor &amp; past member of Nicodemus Buffalo Soldiers Association, past member of the Alaska Chapter Gospel Music Workshop of America, and President, Nicodemus Historical Society.

He awaits the Homegoing Passage of his two daughters, Three Grandchildren, Michael, Kiyana, and Daylin all of Anchorage, Alaska, brothers, Melvin Hamilton of Los Angeles CA, Rev. Timothy L. Wellington of Nicodemus, Kansas, Larry L. Wellington (unknown), Edward L. Lumpkin Wellington (unknown), sisters Barbara Christian of Denver, Colorado, and Herlinda Bowen of Bloomington, CA.

Preceding him in death were his Mother and Father, Sisters, Pearlena Moore of Nicodemus, KS., Evelyn Meadows, of Denver, Colorado, Sharon Wellington, McDonough, GA and Brothers Ronald and Charles Hamilton of Los Angeles CA.. Left to cherish Thomas’ legacy are a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Mr. Thomas Henry Wellington II was born March 1, 1946 in Los Angeles, California. He was the eldest of four children born to Lloyd L. and Doris Moss. Both parents preceded him in death.Thomas was baptized at an early age by his uncle, the Elder Clovis A. Wellington while attending Wadsworth Church Of God in Los Angeles, California. He attended South Park Elementary, Gompers Junior High, and Fremont High Schools, Graduating from S. M. Dorsey High School, Los Angeles, California in 1964. He loved sports, lettering in Track and Football. He later attended San Bernardino Valley College and received his AA degree in Liberal Arts with a Minor in Water systems Reclamation and Distribution. His greatest past time was roller skating at various roller rinks.In 1966 Thomas enlisted into the US Navy for four years, where he served two combat tours of Vietnam, his decorations include:• Vietnam Campaign Medal (w/1960 Device)• Vietnam Service Medals (w/3 Bronze Stars forGallantry)• Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit CitationRibbon Bar (Gallantry Cross w/Palm and Frame)• National Defense Service Medal• Good Conduct Medal• Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon,• Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon• Combat Action Ribbon• Navy “E” Ribbon• And the Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, for the twelve years he served as a Drilling Naval Reservist. His chief duties were the commands Recruiter, and Career Counselor.We honor this highly decorated combat veteran for his extraordinary heroism in action, displaying gallantry, determination, in accomplishing his unit’s mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions, where 13 men in his unit lost their lives in a single engagement against an armed enemy during the 1968 Vietnam Tet Offense.Thomas loved the West Pacific especially, Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippine Islands. While station in Subic Bay, he studied Kuntaw Kung-Fu Karate obtaining a “First Degree Black Belt”.In 1972 Thomas married Bessie LaVerne Haley. To that union daughters Sonia Ruth and Tanya Cherrelle were born.A year later he became an apprentice in the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 12, where he operatedvarious types of heavy construction equipments. In 1972, Thomas was informed that Heavy Construction equipment perators were needed on the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline Project. He worked 2 1/2 years on the pipeline, were he encountered grizzly bears and moose and was amazed at the massive size of the animals in real life. He loved talking about his experience on the pipeline project, were he said he would “Work ah While......Pan ah While” for Gold!He also loved fishing for salmon at his favorite fishing place. Most of his friends thought the one mile hike through the woods was too far to go for salmon knowing bears would be in the area.Thomas loved Alaska so much that he moved his family to Anchorage in 1977. That year Thomas began a career with the U. S. Department of Defense at Fort Richardson’s Central Power Plant. He held positions as Steam Turbine Generator operator, Boiler Plant Operator, and Electric Power Controller. He obtained his Class 1 Stationary Engineers License, and was promoted to Operation &amp; Maintenance Supervisor WS-12. During the latter years of his career in Alaska he also obtained License and Certification in Water Treatment and Distribution.Upon retirement from Federal Service in 2004, he received the Department of Army, Achievement Medal, and Medal &amp; Certificate of Appreciation for Dedicated Service.Thomas said every young man needs guidance in his life’s journey, and that his three role models were; Mr. Melvin Brown of Los Angeles, CA. who thought him automotive mechanics and street sense; Pastor, Dr. Alonzo B. Patterson Jr., Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Anchorage, Alaska thought him how to, sheet rock walls, and ceilings at Shiloh, tobe humble, pray and ask God for vision and purpose; and Rev. Jesse Wilson Jr. who happen to be Chief of Utilities Plants Branch, were Thomas worked at Fort Richardson. Thomas said Jesse would keep him focus. To be humble, steadfast, patient and to always stay close to “The Fire.”Thomas attended church all of his life. He was youth choir director at Compton First Church of God, and sung in church and community choirs from Los Angeles to Anchorage, Alaska. He was taught by some of the best in the gospel recording industry, such as; James M. Smith (Jay) Greater New Unity Baptist Church of Los Angeles, California;Cooky Levy, Park Avenue Missionary Baptist Church of Riverside, California; Harrison (Bubba) Johnson Los Angeles Community Choir, California; Henry Jackson Company of Los Angeles, California; Daryll Hawk, GMWA Anchorage, Alaska Chapter; and the Rev. James Cleveland, Great Grace Memorial COGIC, Los Angeles, California.Thomas‘ professional affiliations include; Anchorage Alaska Municipal Light &amp; Power Commission, The Alaska Black Caucus, Boy Scout Master, American Legion, Coalition of Vietnam Vets, Re-enactor &amp; past member of Nicodemus Buffalo Soldiers Association, past member of the Alaska Chapter Gospel Music Workshop of America, and President, Nicodemus Historical Society.He awaits the Homegoing Passage of his two daughters, Three Grandchildren, Michael, Kiyana, and Daylin all of Anchorage, Alaska, brothers, Melvin Hamilton of Los Angeles CA, Rev. Timothy L. Wellington of Nicodemus, Kansas, Larry L. Wellington (unknown), Edward L. Lumpkin Wellington (unknown), sisters Barbara Christian of Denver, Colorado, and Herlinda Bowen of Bloomington, CA.Preceding him in death were his Mother and Father, Sisters, Pearlena Moore of Nicodemus, KS., Evelyn Meadows, of Denver, Colorado, Sharon Wellington, McDonough, GA and Brothers Ronald and Charles Hamilton of Los Angeles CA.. Left to cherish Thomas’ legacy are a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Thomas Henry Wellington II

November 5, 1945
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 July 18, 2020

An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

November 5, 1945
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 July 18, 2020 An obituary and services are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

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