Eva J. Rapier, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at the Greeley County Long Term Care Center in Tribune, Kansas.  She was born on June 6, 1932, in Ellis County, Kansas, the daughter of Jacob &amp; Loretta Herrman Kessler.  A lifetime resident of Wichita County, Kansas, she was a retired Farmer, Janitor, and was the manager for Wichita County Senior Center in Leoti, Kansas.

She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas.

On October 27, 1951, she married Eugene L. Rapier in Scott City, Kansas.  He passed away on July 15, 1993.

Survivors include her Two Sons - Tommy Rapier of Marienthal, Kansas, Michael Rapier of Marienthal, Kansas, Three Daughters - Judy Van Nice of Marienthal, Kansas, Jeanette Vanmeter of Longmont, Colorado, Diana Marvin of LaCrosse, Kansas, Seven Grandchildren, and Eleven Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, and Two Great Grandchildren.

Private Family Graveside Services will be held at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas with Fr. Tim Hickey presiding.

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

Memorials may be given to the Leoti EMS in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

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 </figure>Eva J. Rapier, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at the Greeley County Long Term Care Center in Tribune, Kansas. She was born on June 6, 1932, in Ellis County, Kansas, the daughter of Jacob &amp; Loretta Herrman Kessler. A lifetime resident of Wichita County, Kansas, she was a retired Farmer, Janitor, and was the manager for Wichita County Senior Center in Leoti, Kansas.She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti, Kansas.On October 27, 1951, she married Eugene L. Rapier in Scott City, Kansas. He passed away on July 15, 1993.Survivors include her Two Sons - Tommy Rapier of Marienthal, Kansas, Michael Rapier of Marienthal, Kansas, Three Daughters - Judy Van Nice of Marienthal, Kansas, Jeanette Vanmeter of Longmont, Colorado, Diana Marvin of LaCrosse, Kansas, Seven Grandchildren, and Eleven Great Grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, and Two Great Grandchildren.Private Family Graveside Services will be held at the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas with Fr. Tim Hickey presiding.Burial will be in the Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.Memorials may be given to the Leoti EMS in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes.Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

Eva J. Rapier

Robert Francis Sweat, 59, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at his home in Cawker City, KS. 
 Robert was born July 9, 1961 in Manhattan, KS, the son of Francis J. 
and Colette M. (Mick) Sweat.&nbsp; He graduated from Kensington High School, 
class of 1979. He was a past member of the Knights of Columbus and Sons 
of the American Legion. Robert is
 survived by his three children, Chelsea Sweat of Wichita, Chynna Sweat 
of Charleston, SC, Chance Sweat of Beloit; parents, Francis and Colette 
Sweat of Cedar; siblings, Geralyn Sweat of Loveland, CO, Roger A. Sweat 
of Salina, Janet Schieferecke of Bennington and three grandchildren, 
Raylan Basso, Bentley Sweat-Ochs and Greyson Sweat-Borges. 
Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at 
Saints Peter &amp; Paul Catholic Church, 1203 Holly St., Cawker City, 
KS, with Father Dayrl Olmstead celebrant.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on 
Monday, August 3, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with family present 
to greet friends from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary Service 
starting at 7:00 p.m. all at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison 
St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Robert F. Sweat 
Memorial Fund and sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert Francis Sweat, 59, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at his home in Cawker City, KS. 
 Robert was born July 9, 1961 in Manhattan, KS, the son of Francis J. 
and Colette M. (Mick) Sweat.&nbsp; He graduated from Kensington High School, 
class of 1979. He was a past member of the Knights of Columbus and Sons 
of the American Legion. Robert is
 survived by his three children, Chelsea Sweat of Wichita, Chynna Sweat 
of Charleston, SC, Chance Sweat of Beloit; parents, Francis and Colette 
Sweat of Cedar; siblings, Geralyn Sweat of Loveland, CO, Roger A. Sweat 
of Salina, Janet Schieferecke of Bennington and three grandchildren, 
Raylan Basso, Bentley Sweat-Ochs and Greyson Sweat-Borges. 
Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at 
Saints Peter &amp; Paul Catholic Church, 1203 Holly St., Cawker City, 
KS, with Father Dayrl Olmstead celebrant.&nbsp; Visitation will be held on 
Monday, August 3, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with family present 
to greet friends from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary Service 
starting at 7:00 p.m. all at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison 
St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to Robert F. Sweat 
Memorial Fund and sent in care of the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

Robert Francis Sweat

Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Slagle, 80, passed away on July 29, 2020 at the
 Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp; She was born on January 
20, 1940 in Cainsville, MO the daughter of Forrest Carl and Mary (Bain) 
Dinsmore.

Beth was a secretary for the Ness County Road and Bridge Department 
for over 20 years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church where
 she was part of the Naomi Circle. She owned and operated Beth’s Flower 
and Craft Shop. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, ESA, 
the Do Little Club, and the Saturday afternoon beer and Bible group.&nbsp; 
She married John Vyrl Slagle on June 15, 1958, in Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; He
 died on February 7, 2018.

Survivors include 2 daughters, Tracy and husband, Steve Proctor of 
Ness City, Verla and husband, Scott King of Olmitz, KS; brother, Michael
 Dinsmore of LaCrosse; sister, Sandy Crombie of Springfield, MO; &nbsp;2 
grandchildren Devon King, Raegan (Cole) McCurry, &nbsp;and a step-grandchild,
 Clayton Proctor.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, 
John Vyrl Slagle; brother, James Dinsmore; and sisters, Vicki and 
husband Wayne Peterson, Sherry Evel, and Patricia Hawn.

Funeral service will be on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, 10:30 a.m., at 
the United Methodist Church, Ness City, KS.&nbsp; Burial in the Ness City 
Cemetery, Ness City, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on
 Monday, August 3, 2020 from 1:00 – 9:00 p.m. with the family present 
from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be given to the United Methodist Church or Ness County Healthcare Foundation.

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 </figure>Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Slagle, 80, passed away on July 29, 2020 at the
 Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.&nbsp; She was born on January 
20, 1940 in Cainsville, MO the daughter of Forrest Carl and Mary (Bain) 
Dinsmore.Beth was a secretary for the Ness County Road and Bridge Department 
for over 20 years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church where
 she was part of the Naomi Circle. She owned and operated Beth’s Flower 
and Craft Shop. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, ESA, 
the Do Little Club, and the Saturday afternoon beer and Bible group.&nbsp; 
She married John Vyrl Slagle on June 15, 1958, in Ness City, Kansas.&nbsp; He
 died on February 7, 2018.Survivors include 2 daughters, Tracy and husband, Steve Proctor of 
Ness City, Verla and husband, Scott King of Olmitz, KS; brother, Michael
 Dinsmore of LaCrosse; sister, Sandy Crombie of Springfield, MO; &nbsp;2 
grandchildren Devon King, Raegan (Cole) McCurry, &nbsp;and a step-grandchild,
 Clayton Proctor.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, 
John Vyrl Slagle; brother, James Dinsmore; and sisters, Vicki and 
husband Wayne Peterson, Sherry Evel, and Patricia Hawn.Funeral service will be on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, 10:30 a.m., at 
the United Methodist Church, Ness City, KS.&nbsp; Burial in the Ness City 
Cemetery, Ness City, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home on
 Monday, August 3, 2020 from 1:00 – 9:00 p.m. with the family present 
from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be given to the United Methodist Church or Ness County Healthcare Foundation.

Mary Elizabeth 'Beth' Slagle

Thurman Dale Shelton, 89, of Osborne, KS passed away on July 28, 2020
 at Parkview Care Center of Osborne, KS. &nbsp;He was born on July 27, 1931 
to John H. &amp; Edna (Harris) Shelton at Wild Cherry, Arkansas.

Thurman graduated from high school and attended 4 years of college. &nbsp;He was a veteran of the U. S. Army &amp; served in Korea.

Thurman became a minister and preached in several churches. 
&nbsp;He&nbsp;attended the Assembly of God Church of Osborne, KS. &nbsp;Thurman also 
worked at Boeing in Wichita for a period of time. &nbsp;Thurman has lived in 
Osborne for the past 14 years and prior to that, he&nbsp;lived in Downs, KS.

Thurman married Gladys A. Burmeister and to this union 2 sons were born.

Thurman was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Gladys in 2015; son John in 2014.

Thurman is survived by his son,&nbsp;David, and 2 grandchildren.

Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Thurman-Shelton">HERE</a> for service details.

Thurman Dale Shelton, 89, of Osborne, KS passed away on July 28, 2020
 at Parkview Care Center of Osborne, KS. &nbsp;He was born on July 27, 1931 
to John H. &amp; Edna (Harris) Shelton at Wild Cherry, Arkansas.Thurman graduated from high school and attended 4 years of college. &nbsp;He was a veteran of the U. S. Army &amp; served in Korea.Thurman became a minister and preached in several churches. 
&nbsp;He&nbsp;attended the Assembly of God Church of Osborne, KS. &nbsp;Thurman also 
worked at Boeing in Wichita for a period of time. &nbsp;Thurman has lived in 
Osborne for the past 14 years and prior to that, he&nbsp;lived in Downs, KS.Thurman married Gladys A. Burmeister and to this union 2 sons were born.Thurman was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Gladys in 2015; son John in 2014.Thurman is survived by his son,&nbsp;David, and 2 grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Thurman-Shelton">HERE</a> for service details.

Thurman Dale Shelton

Roger Louis Hageman, 50, of Russell, KS passed away on Saturday, July
 25, 2020 at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, KS. &nbsp;Roger was 
born on January 16, 1970 in Osborne, KS to Arnold &amp; Doris (Hake) 
Hageman. &nbsp;Roger was one of several children.

Roger lived at home in Osborne until 2012. &nbsp;He then moved to Russell, KS to live.

Roger was preceded in death by his father, Arnold in 1996.

Roger is survived by his mother Doris, of Osborne, KS; sisters: Rita 
McKeon of Osborne, KS; Mary Ann Ludwick of Three Rivers, MI; brothers: 
Gary Hageman of Abilene, KS; Larry "Lou" Hageman of Osborne, KS; Richard
 Hageman of Norton, KS; Alan Hageman of Topeka, KS; Harold Hageman of 
Marysville, KS; numerous nieces and nephews.

Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Roger-Hageman">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Roger Louis Hageman, 50, of Russell, KS passed away on Saturday, July
 25, 2020 at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, KS. &nbsp;Roger was 
born on January 16, 1970 in Osborne, KS to Arnold &amp; Doris (Hake) 
Hageman. &nbsp;Roger was one of several children.Roger lived at home in Osborne until 2012. &nbsp;He then moved to Russell, KS to live.Roger was preceded in death by his father, Arnold in 1996.Roger is survived by his mother Doris, of Osborne, KS; sisters: Rita 
McKeon of Osborne, KS; Mary Ann Ludwick of Three Rivers, MI; brothers: 
Gary Hageman of Abilene, KS; Larry "Lou" Hageman of Osborne, KS; Richard
 Hageman of Norton, KS; Alan Hageman of Topeka, KS; Harold Hageman of 
Marysville, KS; numerous nieces and nephews.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Roger-Hageman">HERE</a> for service details.

Roger Louis Hageman

Clifford Byron “Babe” Gilbert, 83, McCracken, Kansas, died Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at his home.

Babe was born July 12, 1937, in Cañon City, Colorado, the son of 
Harold Leonard “Hap” and Clara Lucille (Flack) Gilbert.&nbsp; He was a 
resident of McCracken, Kansas, for 76 years, moving from Bushton, 
Kansas.&nbsp; A 1955 graduate of McCracken High School, McCracken, Kansas, 
and a 1965 graduate of Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, 
with a Degree in Earth Science, And Physical Education, he taught for 
the McCracken, Kansas, school district, and the Otis-Bison school 
district.&nbsp; During that time Babe enjoyed coaching basketball, football, 
and track for 17 years.&nbsp; After his retirement, he was a substitute 
teacher in Rush County, Kansas, and Ness County, Kansas.&nbsp; Babe was also 
an Independent Insurance Agent for the Citizens State Bank, McCracken, 
Kansas, and for Farmers Bank &amp; Trust, La Crosse, Kansas, after 
serving a number of years as a Loan Officer.

As a youth, Babe worked for many area farmers until he enlisted in 
the United States Army.&nbsp; After his Army discharge, he worked for the 
railroad until he was hired as an officer for the La Crosse Police 
Department, La Crosse, Kansas.

Babe was a United States Army veteran, serving during the Korean 
Conflict as a PFC.&nbsp; He served active duty from 1955 to 1957, and 
inactive duty from 1957 to 1959.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church, McCracken, Kansas; a 
40+ year member of the Order of the Eastern Star #228, Hays, Kansas; a 
54 year member of Walnut City Masonic Lodge #215, Rush Center, Kansas; 
and a 63 year member of American Legion Post 59, McCracken, Kansas.

On August 2, 1959, he married Arlene Wilson at the United Methodist Church, McCracken, Kansas.

Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Arlene Gilbert, McCracken, Kansas; one 
son, Brett Gilbert (Holly), McCracken, Kansas; three granddaughters, 
Haily Rogers (Brandt), Ness City, Kansas, Courtney Gilbert, Catoosa, 
Oklahoma, and Erica Gilbert, Topeka, Kansas; two great grandsons, Calum 
Byron Rogers, and Cannon Everett Rogers; three sisters in law, Sandy 
Gilbert, Merino, Colorado, Marlene Funk (Bob), WaKeeney, Kansas, and 
Verlene Wilson, WaKeeney, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, LeRoy Gilbert,
 and Dean Gilbert; one sister in law, Betty Gilbert; and a great niece, 
Anna Bergquist.

Memorial service will be Monday, August 3, 2020, at 10:30 A.M. at the
 McCracken City Park, McCracken, Kansas, with Reverend Kathy Bannister 
officiating.

Social distancing is recommended at the memorial service, so please bring your lawn chairs.

Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, 

please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.

There will be a private inurnment at the McCracken City Cemetery, McCracken, Kansas, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Clifford Byron “Babe” Gilbert Memorial Fund to be distributed to Babe’s 
favorite organizations.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

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 </figure>Clifford Byron “Babe” Gilbert, 83, McCracken, Kansas, died Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at his home.Babe was born July 12, 1937, in Cañon City, Colorado, the son of 
Harold Leonard “Hap” and Clara Lucille (Flack) Gilbert.&nbsp; He was a 
resident of McCracken, Kansas, for 76 years, moving from Bushton, 
Kansas.&nbsp; A 1955 graduate of McCracken High School, McCracken, Kansas, 
and a 1965 graduate of Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, Kansas, 
with a Degree in Earth Science, And Physical Education, he taught for 
the McCracken, Kansas, school district, and the Otis-Bison school 
district.&nbsp; During that time Babe enjoyed coaching basketball, football, 
and track for 17 years.&nbsp; After his retirement, he was a substitute 
teacher in Rush County, Kansas, and Ness County, Kansas.&nbsp; Babe was also 
an Independent Insurance Agent for the Citizens State Bank, McCracken, 
Kansas, and for Farmers Bank &amp; Trust, La Crosse, Kansas, after 
serving a number of years as a Loan Officer.As a youth, Babe worked for many area farmers until he enlisted in 
the United States Army.&nbsp; After his Army discharge, he worked for the 
railroad until he was hired as an officer for the La Crosse Police 
Department, La Crosse, Kansas.Babe was a United States Army veteran, serving during the Korean 
Conflict as a PFC.&nbsp; He served active duty from 1955 to 1957, and 
inactive duty from 1957 to 1959.He was a member of the United Methodist Church, McCracken, Kansas; a 
40+ year member of the Order of the Eastern Star #228, Hays, Kansas; a 
54 year member of Walnut City Masonic Lodge #215, Rush Center, Kansas; 
and a 63 year member of American Legion Post 59, McCracken, Kansas.On August 2, 1959, he married Arlene Wilson at the United Methodist Church, McCracken, Kansas.Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Arlene Gilbert, McCracken, Kansas; one 
son, Brett Gilbert (Holly), McCracken, Kansas; three granddaughters, 
Haily Rogers (Brandt), Ness City, Kansas, Courtney Gilbert, Catoosa, 
Oklahoma, and Erica Gilbert, Topeka, Kansas; two great grandsons, Calum 
Byron Rogers, and Cannon Everett Rogers; three sisters in law, Sandy 
Gilbert, Merino, Colorado, Marlene Funk (Bob), WaKeeney, Kansas, and 
Verlene Wilson, WaKeeney, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, LeRoy Gilbert,
 and Dean Gilbert; one sister in law, Betty Gilbert; and a great niece, 
Anna Bergquist.Memorial service will be Monday, August 3, 2020, at 10:30 A.M. at the
 McCracken City Park, McCracken, Kansas, with Reverend Kathy Bannister 
officiating.Social distancing is recommended at the memorial service, so please bring your lawn chairs.Masks are also recommended.Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.There will be a private inurnment at the McCracken City Cemetery, McCracken, Kansas, at a later date.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Clifford Byron “Babe” Gilbert Memorial Fund to be distributed to Babe’s 
favorite organizations.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Clifford Byron 'Babe' Gilbert

Duane M. Oborny, 58, Rush Center, Kansas, died Friday, July 31, 2020, at his home.

Duane was born September 21, 1961, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of 
Frank and Catherine (Bahr) Oborny.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush 
County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1980 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, 
Kansas, and a graduate of&nbsp; North Central Kansas Area 
Vocational-Technical School, Beloit, Kansas, he was a farmer.

He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Timken, Kansas, and 
Knights of Columbus Council 2100, Olmitz, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a CCD teacher,
 and a church Eucharistic minister.

On September 22, 1984, he married Clara Kaiser at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kansas.&nbsp;

Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Clara Oborny, Rush Center, Kansas; 
three daughters, Amanda Breshears, Salina, Kansas, Julie Lang (Cody), 
Wichita, Kansas, and Brittany Oborny (fiancé, Jesse Peach), Rush Center,
 Kansas; seven grandchildren, Preslie Breshears, Gabbie Breshears, and 
JoJo Breshears, all of Salina, Kansas, and Kourtlyn Lang, Swayzie Lang, 
Tatim Lang, and Blakely Lang, all of Wichita, Kansas; five brothers, 
Steven Oborny (Barb), Rush Center, Kansas, Gerald Oborny (Laurie), Great
 Bend, Kansas, Francis “Frank” Oborny (Debbie), Castle Rock, Colorado, 
James “Jim” Oborny (Lisa), Bells, Texas, and Anthony “Tony” Oborny 
(Denise), Mission Viejo, California; two sisters, Rita Stevenson 
(Monte), Golden Colorado, and Kathleen Liggett (Jeff), Parker, Colorado;
 and his mother in law, Pauline Kaiser, Salina, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his father in law, Royce Kaiser.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 5, 2020, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 
P.M. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Timken, Kansas.&nbsp; A vigil service 
and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. at 
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Timken, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Timken, 
Kansas.

Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Timken, Kansas, or Hospice at Hays Medical Center, Hays,
 Kansas.

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 </figure>Duane M. Oborny, 58, Rush Center, Kansas, died Friday, July 31, 2020, at his home.Duane was born September 21, 1961, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of 
Frank and Catherine (Bahr) Oborny.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush 
County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1980 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, 
Kansas, and a graduate of&nbsp; North Central Kansas Area 
Vocational-Technical School, Beloit, Kansas, he was a farmer.He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Timken, Kansas, and 
Knights of Columbus Council 2100, Olmitz, Kansas.&nbsp; He was a CCD teacher,
 and a church Eucharistic minister.On September 22, 1984, he married Clara Kaiser at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Kansas.&nbsp;Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Clara Oborny, Rush Center, Kansas; 
three daughters, Amanda Breshears, Salina, Kansas, Julie Lang (Cody), 
Wichita, Kansas, and Brittany Oborny (fiancé, Jesse Peach), Rush Center,
 Kansas; seven grandchildren, Preslie Breshears, Gabbie Breshears, and 
JoJo Breshears, all of Salina, Kansas, and Kourtlyn Lang, Swayzie Lang, 
Tatim Lang, and Blakely Lang, all of Wichita, Kansas; five brothers, 
Steven Oborny (Barb), Rush Center, Kansas, Gerald Oborny (Laurie), Great
 Bend, Kansas, Francis “Frank” Oborny (Debbie), Castle Rock, Colorado, 
James “Jim” Oborny (Lisa), Bells, Texas, and Anthony “Tony” Oborny 
(Denise), Mission Viejo, California; two sisters, Rita Stevenson 
(Monte), Golden Colorado, and Kathleen Liggett (Jeff), Parker, Colorado;
 and his mother in law, Pauline Kaiser, Salina, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents; and his father in law, Royce Kaiser.Visitation will be Wednesday, August 5, 2020, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 
P.M. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Timken, Kansas.&nbsp; A vigil service 
and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;Funeral service will be Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. at 
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Timken, Kansas, with Father Stephen 
Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Timken, 
Kansas.Social distancing is recommended.Masks are recommended.Due to Covid 19, if you have a fever, cough, or are not feeling well, please send condolences via the on line guestbook, or mail.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Timken, Kansas, or Hospice at Hays Medical Center, Hays,
 Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Duane M. Oborny

Bernie Joe "BJ" Melvin went home to be 
with the Lord on August 1, 2020. BJ was born June 16, 1947 in Fairbury, 
NE to Max Gerald Melvin and Katie (Schanze) Melvin. BJ grew up in 
Fairbury on the family acreage until he was in fifth grade when the 
family moved to Manhattan, KS. He graduated from Manhattan High School 
in 1965.

He had a one-year stint playing 
football at Kansas State University and then joined the Marines. After a
 tour in Vietnam as Marine Recon he was sent to Detroit, MI to do 
recruiting where he met his wife Gracemary Valchine. Shortly after the 
birth of their son Lonnie they moved to Colby, KS in 1969. After 
attending Colby Community College he began working with the Urban 
Renewal Project in Colby. He enjoyed real estate so much he made it his 
career for many years: this included serving as the President of the 
Kansas Association of Realtors in 1991.&nbsp; He was a member of the VFW and 
the American Legion in Colby and coached the American Legion baseball 
team when his brother played and again when his sons played.

BJ loved golfing and was very involved 
at Colby Country Club for several decades, even helping run the pro shop
 and cooking at the Club. He also deeply loved his sons and followed 
them all over the country watching golf, baseball, football and any 
other activities they were doing. He was always encouraging and was 
their biggest fan. In his later years BJ moved to Norton, KS, where he 
worked at Norton Correctional Facility with Aramark--he often commented 
on how he liked working with the inmates. He thoroughly enjoyed 
following the Norton Bluejays and his grandchildren. BJ was a member of 
the Norton Christian Church and made the decision to rededicate his life
 to Christ by getting baptized on June 2, 2019.

BJ was preceded in death by his father 
Max Melvin and is survived by his mother, Katie Melvin of Colby, KS; his
 brother, Roger Melvin of Elbert, CO, and two nephews (Roger Jr. of 
Pueblo West, CO and family and Ryan of Las Vegas, NV and family); son 
Lonnie of Casa Grande, AZ, and three children (Valerie, Gracie and 
Lillie); Lucas and wife Angela of Norton, KS and five children (Alec and
 Tyler Anderson and great grandson, Micah, Miah and Freddie Haines, 
Kade, Tyce and Noah) and, Len and wife Summer of Hays, KS, (and 
daughters Aspen, Willow and Lendyn).

A Celebration of Life will be held at 
Norton Christian Church in Norton, Kansas at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday 
August 5. The family will be available for visitors beginning at 9:00 
a.m. Graveside services with military honors will be held at Beulah 
Cemetery in Colby, Kansas at 2:00 p.m. that afternoon.

In lieu of flowers, the family is 
hoping you will consider giving to one of the following ministries. BJ 
loved Jesus and Men’s Encounter was very special to him. In addition, he
 had a heart and passion for those who served or are serving. We kindly 
ask you consider giving to one of the following organizations on behalf 
of Dad.

NWKS Men’s Encounter ℅ Norton Christian
 Church, 208 N Kansas Norton, KS 67654 or&nbsp;Patriots of Praise 1300 
Douglas Drive Hays, KS 67601

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

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

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 </figure>Bernie Joe "BJ" Melvin went home to be 
with the Lord on August 1, 2020. BJ was born June 16, 1947 in Fairbury, 
NE to Max Gerald Melvin and Katie (Schanze) Melvin. BJ grew up in 
Fairbury on the family acreage until he was in fifth grade when the 
family moved to Manhattan, KS. He graduated from Manhattan High School 
in 1965.He had a one-year stint playing 
football at Kansas State University and then joined the Marines. After a
 tour in Vietnam as Marine Recon he was sent to Detroit, MI to do 
recruiting where he met his wife Gracemary Valchine. Shortly after the 
birth of their son Lonnie they moved to Colby, KS in 1969. After 
attending Colby Community College he began working with the Urban 
Renewal Project in Colby. He enjoyed real estate so much he made it his 
career for many years: this included serving as the President of the 
Kansas Association of Realtors in 1991.&nbsp; He was a member of the VFW and 
the American Legion in Colby and coached the American Legion baseball 
team when his brother played and again when his sons played.BJ loved golfing and was very involved 
at Colby Country Club for several decades, even helping run the pro shop
 and cooking at the Club. He also deeply loved his sons and followed 
them all over the country watching golf, baseball, football and any 
other activities they were doing. He was always encouraging and was 
their biggest fan. In his later years BJ moved to Norton, KS, where he 
worked at Norton Correctional Facility with Aramark--he often commented 
on how he liked working with the inmates. He thoroughly enjoyed 
following the Norton Bluejays and his grandchildren. BJ was a member of 
the Norton Christian Church and made the decision to rededicate his life
 to Christ by getting baptized on June 2, 2019.BJ was preceded in death by his father 
Max Melvin and is survived by his mother, Katie Melvin of Colby, KS; his
 brother, Roger Melvin of Elbert, CO, and two nephews (Roger Jr. of 
Pueblo West, CO and family and Ryan of Las Vegas, NV and family); son 
Lonnie of Casa Grande, AZ, and three children (Valerie, Gracie and 
Lillie); Lucas and wife Angela of Norton, KS and five children (Alec and
 Tyler Anderson and great grandson, Micah, Miah and Freddie Haines, 
Kade, Tyce and Noah) and, Len and wife Summer of Hays, KS, (and 
daughters Aspen, Willow and Lendyn).A Celebration of Life will be held at 
Norton Christian Church in Norton, Kansas at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday 
August 5. The family will be available for visitors beginning at 9:00 
a.m. Graveside services with military honors will be held at Beulah 
Cemetery in Colby, Kansas at 2:00 p.m. that afternoon.In lieu of flowers, the family is 
hoping you will consider giving to one of the following ministries. BJ 
loved Jesus and Men’s Encounter was very special to him. In addition, he
 had a heart and passion for those who served or are serving. We kindly 
ask you consider giving to one of the following organizations on behalf 
of Dad.NWKS Men’s Encounter ℅ Norton Christian
 Church, 208 N Kansas Norton, KS 67654 or&nbsp;Patriots of Praise 1300 
Douglas Drive Hays, KS 67601Arrangements in care of Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Bernie Joe 'BJ' Melvin

Roy David Richmond, 81, of Hays, Kansas passed away at his home on August 1, 2020. 

 Services are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Roy David Richmond, 81, of Hays, Kansas passed away at his home on August 1, 2020. Services are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Roy David Richmond

Marsha Lou (Thompson)&nbsp;Pauls passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at the age of 66. She was 
born to Scott and Lou Ann (Shade) Thompson on September 21, 1953 in 
Kansas City, Missouri. Marsha worked for the Church of the Magdalen as a
 Latchkey Director for 20 years. She was preceded in death by her 
father. 

Marsha is survived by her mother, Lou Ann Snow; husband, Kip 
Pauls; children, Amber (Joshua) Hazelton, Anna Pauls; siblings, Pamela 
Miller, Scott Thompson Jr. (Pat), Patricia Brasted, Ted (Jane) Thompson 
and grandchildren, Maggie Plante, Saylor Plante, Kai Hazelton and Graham
 Hazelton.

A rosary will be held on Tuesday, August 4 at 7:00 pm and memorial 
Mass Wednesday, August 5 at 10:00 am, both at the Church of the 
Magdalen, 12626 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67206. In lieu of flowers, 
donations can be made to the family for the grandchildren’s educational 
fund. Donations can be sent to Affinity All Faiths Mortuary, 2850 S. 
Seneca St., Wichita, Kansas 67217 which will then be passed along to the
 family.

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 </figure>Marsha Lou (Thompson)&nbsp;Pauls passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at the age of 66. She was 
born to Scott and Lou Ann (Shade) Thompson on September 21, 1953 in 
Kansas City, Missouri. Marsha worked for the Church of the Magdalen as a
 Latchkey Director for 20 years. She was preceded in death by her 
father. Marsha is survived by her mother, Lou Ann Snow; husband, Kip 
Pauls; children, Amber (Joshua) Hazelton, Anna Pauls; siblings, Pamela 
Miller, Scott Thompson Jr. (Pat), Patricia Brasted, Ted (Jane) Thompson 
and grandchildren, Maggie Plante, Saylor Plante, Kai Hazelton and Graham
 Hazelton.A rosary will be held on Tuesday, August 4 at 7:00 pm and memorial 
Mass Wednesday, August 5 at 10:00 am, both at the Church of the 
Magdalen, 12626 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67206. In lieu of flowers, 
donations can be made to the family for the grandchildren’s educational 
fund. Donations can be sent to Affinity All Faiths Mortuary, 2850 S. 
Seneca St., Wichita, Kansas 67217 which will then be passed along to the
 family.

Marsha Lou Pauls

Wayne D. Trapp passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at the Hays Medical Center at the age of 67. He was born on August 19, 1952 to Weldon and Lois (Rathbun) Trapp in Ellsworth, Kansas. He was united in marriage on December 15, 1978 to Rozella Marie Wright in Sylvan Grove and they were blessed with four children; Robert, Missy, Maggie, and Debbie

Wayne attended school in Russell where he graduated with the class of 1970. Following his graduation he went to work as a truck driver. When he wasn’t trucking he was attending his grandkid’s sporting events or enjoying local fish frys. Wayne was a member of the Lion’s club and a treasurer at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sylvan Grove.

He is survived by his mother; Lois Pruitt of Ellsworth, KS, children; Robert (Carol) Trapp of Otis, KS, Missy(Wayne) Hughbanks of Colorado Springs, CO, Maggie Burger and significant other John Wikerson of Gothenburg, NE, and Debbie (Chris) Stegman of Hays, KS; sister, Wendy (Don) Miller of Hutchinson, KS; brother, Warren Trapp of TX; sixteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his father; Weldon Trapp; wife, Rozella Trapp; his grandparents; and an infant brother.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, August 3, 2020 at 11:30 AM at the Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery in Sylvan Grove. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2020 from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Wilson.

Memorials are suggested to the Wayne Trapp Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com.

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 </figure>Wayne D. Trapp passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at the Hays Medical Center at the age of 67. He was born on August 19, 1952 to Weldon and Lois (Rathbun) Trapp in Ellsworth, Kansas. He was united in marriage on December 15, 1978 to Rozella Marie Wright in Sylvan Grove and they were blessed with four children; Robert, Missy, Maggie, and DebbieWayne attended school in Russell where he graduated with the class of 1970. Following his graduation he went to work as a truck driver. When he wasn’t trucking he was attending his grandkid’s sporting events or enjoying local fish frys. Wayne was a member of the Lion’s club and a treasurer at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sylvan Grove.He is survived by his mother; Lois Pruitt of Ellsworth, KS, children; Robert (Carol) Trapp of Otis, KS, Missy(Wayne) Hughbanks of Colorado Springs, CO, Maggie Burger and significant other John Wikerson of Gothenburg, NE, and Debbie (Chris) Stegman of Hays, KS; sister, Wendy (Don) Miller of Hutchinson, KS; brother, Warren Trapp of TX; sixteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his father; Weldon Trapp; wife, Rozella Trapp; his grandparents; and an infant brother.Graveside services will be held on Monday, August 3, 2020 at 11:30 AM at the Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery in Sylvan Grove. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2020 from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Wilson.Memorials are suggested to the Wayne Trapp Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, PO BOX 533, Wilson, KS 67490. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com.

Wayne D. Trapp

Harold Eugene Lueker, 84, died July 30, 2020, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington. He was born September 11, 1935, in Lost Springs, 
Kansas, the son of Gustav and Elsie (Lewerenz) Lueker. Harold was just 5
 months old when his mother passed away so his Uncle Mike and Aunt Verna
 Lewerenz took him into their home in Lincolnville. He lived with them 
until Gus remarried when Harold was around 5 years old. Harold continued
 to spend time between the family farm in Lost Springs and in 
Lincolnville with Mike, Verna and their daughter Gloria during his 
formative years. They continued to provide a great deal of love and 
support throughout his life.

Harold graduated from Lost Springs High School in 1953 and then 
attended Brown Mackie Business College in Salina. In 1954 he enlisted in
 the United States Army, serving two years as Corporal.

On September 14, 1958, he married Connie Riffel, in Lincolnville, Kansas. She survives.

In 1961, Harold and Connie moved to Hoisington, where he was the 
State Farm Insurance agent for the next 40 years. Harold was active in 
his community, serving on the board for the Chamber of Commerce and was a
 former Chamber President. He was also a member of the American Legion 
Post #286. In 1973 Harold was bestowed the Hoisington Man of the Year. 
Harold was an avid hunter and fisherman. The family has many fond 
memories of camping, boating and fishing at Lake Wilson and also many 
wonderful adventures in Colorado and other neighboring states. Harold 
was a loyal supporter of Kansas State University. He enjoyed travelling 
to Kansas City and surrounding areas to attend any activity that 
involved his grandchildren, as more than anything, Harold loved his 
family.

Harold was baptized and confirmed in the St. John Lutheran Church at 
Lincolnville, Kansas. He remained strong in his faith and was an active 
member of the Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington, where he served on 
the church board, holding every office, except secretary, some several 
times.

Harold is survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Connie Lueker; two
 daughters, Alison Lueker of Clarksville, Tennessee, and Cindy Klug and 
husband Kelly of Columbia, Missouri; a brother, LaVerne Lueker of 
Manhattan; two sisters, Janice Evans and Margaret Steely, both of 
Newton; special cousin Gloria Garrelts of Shawnee, KS; three 
grandchildren, Nicholas Klug and wife Leslie of Great Bend, Katie Klug 
and Maggie Klug both of Leawood; and a great granddaughter, Olivia Klug.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Bob Lueker, and sisters, Elaine White and Virginia Reed.

A private memorial service will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church 
for immediate family for as much as Harold loved his family, community, 
and church, he cared more about everyone’s health and well-being at a 
time like this.

Friends are still encouraged to sign the book at the funeral home, 1 
to 6 p.m., Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Condolences may also be 
left at <a href="http://www.nicholsonrickefh.net/">www.nicholsonrickefh.net</a> . A recording of the service will be viewable at the same web address, under Harold’s obituary, Monday afternoon.

Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, St. Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital, or Concordia Lutheran Church, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS, 67544.

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 </figure>Harold Eugene Lueker, 84, died July 30, 2020, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington. He was born September 11, 1935, in Lost Springs, 
Kansas, the son of Gustav and Elsie (Lewerenz) Lueker. Harold was just 5
 months old when his mother passed away so his Uncle Mike and Aunt Verna
 Lewerenz took him into their home in Lincolnville. He lived with them 
until Gus remarried when Harold was around 5 years old. Harold continued
 to spend time between the family farm in Lost Springs and in 
Lincolnville with Mike, Verna and their daughter Gloria during his 
formative years. They continued to provide a great deal of love and 
support throughout his life.Harold graduated from Lost Springs High School in 1953 and then 
attended Brown Mackie Business College in Salina. In 1954 he enlisted in
 the United States Army, serving two years as Corporal.On September 14, 1958, he married Connie Riffel, in Lincolnville, Kansas. She survives.In 1961, Harold and Connie moved to Hoisington, where he was the 
State Farm Insurance agent for the next 40 years. Harold was active in 
his community, serving on the board for the Chamber of Commerce and was a
 former Chamber President. He was also a member of the American Legion 
Post #286. In 1973 Harold was bestowed the Hoisington Man of the Year. 
Harold was an avid hunter and fisherman. The family has many fond 
memories of camping, boating and fishing at Lake Wilson and also many 
wonderful adventures in Colorado and other neighboring states. Harold 
was a loyal supporter of Kansas State University. He enjoyed travelling 
to Kansas City and surrounding areas to attend any activity that 
involved his grandchildren, as more than anything, Harold loved his 
family.Harold was baptized and confirmed in the St. John Lutheran Church at 
Lincolnville, Kansas. He remained strong in his faith and was an active 
member of the Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington, where he served on 
the church board, holding every office, except secretary, some several 
times.Harold is survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Connie Lueker; two
 daughters, Alison Lueker of Clarksville, Tennessee, and Cindy Klug and 
husband Kelly of Columbia, Missouri; a brother, LaVerne Lueker of 
Manhattan; two sisters, Janice Evans and Margaret Steely, both of 
Newton; special cousin Gloria Garrelts of Shawnee, KS; three 
grandchildren, Nicholas Klug and wife Leslie of Great Bend, Katie Klug 
and Maggie Klug both of Leawood; and a great granddaughter, Olivia Klug.He was preceded in death by his brother, Bob Lueker, and sisters, Elaine White and Virginia Reed.A private memorial service will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church 
for immediate family for as much as Harold loved his family, community, 
and church, he cared more about everyone’s health and well-being at a 
time like this.Friends are still encouraged to sign the book at the funeral home, 1 
to 6 p.m., Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. Condolences may also be 
left at <a href="http://www.nicholsonrickefh.net/">www.nicholsonrickefh.net</a> . A recording of the service will be viewable at the same web address, under Harold’s obituary, Monday afternoon.Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, St. Jude 
Children’s Research Hospital, or Concordia Lutheran Church, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS, 67544.

Harold Eugene Lueker

Mary Elizabeth Clark (Boulware), 85, died on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at
 Scott County Hospital in Scott City. She was born on February 17, 1935
 in Healy the daughter of Robert Paul &amp; Cordelia (Farr) Allen. She 
married Darlow Boulware on May 17, 1952 at St John. He died on October 
27, 1981. She later married Donald E. Clark on November 21, 1987 at 
Reno, Nevada. He died on January 17, 1998. 
Mary graduated from Scott Community High School in 1952. She and her 
husband farmed in the Modoc area. After her second marriage she moved 
to Lane County and later returned to Scott City. She was a member of 
the First Christian Church of Scott City and the VFW Auxiliary. She 
loved to follow her grandchildren with their activities and her bridge 
groups. 
She is survived by Son- Bradley Allen &amp; Susan Boulware of Scott 
City, 4 Daughters- Jerri &amp; Randy Thornton of Kremmling, Colorado, 
Vicki &amp; Dale Dirks of Scott City, Cheri &amp; David Sharp of 
Greeley, Colorado and Denise &amp; Kelly Strecker of Silver Lake, 
Step-Son- Kendall &amp; Maraline Clark of Dighton, Step-Daughter- Janice
 &amp; Ken Rosebush of Castle Rock, Colorado, Brother- Russell Allen of 
Kansas City, Kansas, Sister- Judy Erskin of Dighton, 12 Grandchildren- 
Paula Vulgamore, Devin Holloway, David Dirks, Trey Strecker, Brooke 
Boulware, Kadra Boulware, Lisa Knurek, Scott Rosebush, Kyle Rosebush, 
Steven Clark, Cassie Rupp and Jason Thornton and 12 Great-Grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her Parents, both Husbands and 2 Brothers- Merlin Allen and Keith Ray Allen. 
Funeral Service will be at 1:30 PM Monday at First Christian Church in 
Scott City with Rev Warren Stecklein officiating. Burial will be in 
Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Scott Hospital 
Foundation- Caring Hearts or Lane County Healthcare Foundation in care 
of Boomhower Funeral Home. Friends may call from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM 
Saturday and Noon to 8:00 PM Sunday at Boomhower Funeral Home in 
Dighton. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>Mary Elizabeth Clark (Boulware), 85, died on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at
 Scott County Hospital in Scott City. She was born on February 17, 1935
 in Healy the daughter of Robert Paul &amp; Cordelia (Farr) Allen. She 
married Darlow Boulware on May 17, 1952 at St John. He died on October 
27, 1981. She later married Donald E. Clark on November 21, 1987 at 
Reno, Nevada. He died on January 17, 1998. 
Mary graduated from Scott Community High School in 1952. She and her 
husband farmed in the Modoc area. After her second marriage she moved 
to Lane County and later returned to Scott City. She was a member of 
the First Christian Church of Scott City and the VFW Auxiliary. She 
loved to follow her grandchildren with their activities and her bridge 
groups. 
She is survived by Son- Bradley Allen &amp; Susan Boulware of Scott 
City, 4 Daughters- Jerri &amp; Randy Thornton of Kremmling, Colorado, 
Vicki &amp; Dale Dirks of Scott City, Cheri &amp; David Sharp of 
Greeley, Colorado and Denise &amp; Kelly Strecker of Silver Lake, 
Step-Son- Kendall &amp; Maraline Clark of Dighton, Step-Daughter- Janice
 &amp; Ken Rosebush of Castle Rock, Colorado, Brother- Russell Allen of 
Kansas City, Kansas, Sister- Judy Erskin of Dighton, 12 Grandchildren- 
Paula Vulgamore, Devin Holloway, David Dirks, Trey Strecker, Brooke 
Boulware, Kadra Boulware, Lisa Knurek, Scott Rosebush, Kyle Rosebush, 
Steven Clark, Cassie Rupp and Jason Thornton and 12 Great-Grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her Parents, both Husbands and 2 Brothers- Merlin Allen and Keith Ray Allen. 
Funeral Service will be at 1:30 PM Monday at First Christian Church in 
Scott City with Rev Warren Stecklein officiating. Burial will be in 
Dighton Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Scott Hospital 
Foundation- Caring Hearts or Lane County Healthcare Foundation in care 
of Boomhower Funeral Home. Friends may call from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM 
Saturday and Noon to 8:00 PM Sunday at Boomhower Funeral Home in 
Dighton. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Mary Elizabeth Clark (Boulware)

Yvonne Mary Palmer, 81, passed away July 30, 2020, at Woodhaven Care 
Center, Ellinwood.&nbsp; She was born August 21, 1938, in Dodge City, the 
adopted daughter of Joseph Vincent and Dessa (Mayer) Closen.&nbsp; Yvonne 
married Gerald Wyant, and later divorced.&nbsp; She then married John Davis 
Palmer Aug. 21, 1992, in Great Bend.&nbsp; He survives.

A long-time resident of Hoisington, coming from Dodge City, Yvonne 
was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great 
grandmother.&nbsp; Learning a solid work ethic at a very early age, Yvonne 
started working at the drive in movie theater, at the age of 14, in 
Dodge City, later working in retail sales for Gambles, Gibson’s, K-Mart,
 JCPenney and most recently, Walmart.&nbsp; She was a member of St. John the 
Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, and the Altar Society.

Survivors include, husband, John of the home; one son, Ronald Wyant 
of Hoisington; two grandsons, Dustin Wyant and wife Aimee of Great Bend 
and Dillon Wyant of Angels Camp, Cal.; one granddaughter, Jayci Wyant of
 Larned; three step sons, Scott Palmer and wife Elizabeth of Edmond, 
Okla., Steven Palmer of Texas and Terry Palmer of Texas; three great 
grandchildren, Jayla, DJ and Kiera Wyant; two step grandchildren, 
Angelica and Anthony; and one niece, Kim Hall.&nbsp; Yvonne was preceded in 
passing by her parents; one son, Michael Wyant; and one brother, Donald 
Closen.

Graveside services will be held at Hoisington Cemetery, 11:00 a.m., 
Wednesday Aug. 5, 2020, with Father Anselm Eke, MSP presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be 9:00 am to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, with the family
 receiving friends from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., and a rosary at 7:00 p.m., 
all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to St. John
 the Evangelist Catholic Church, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596218954013.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Yvonne Mary Palmer, 81, passed away July 30, 2020, at Woodhaven Care 
Center, Ellinwood.&nbsp; She was born August 21, 1938, in Dodge City, the 
adopted daughter of Joseph Vincent and Dessa (Mayer) Closen.&nbsp; Yvonne 
married Gerald Wyant, and later divorced.&nbsp; She then married John Davis 
Palmer Aug. 21, 1992, in Great Bend.&nbsp; He survives.A long-time resident of Hoisington, coming from Dodge City, Yvonne 
was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great 
grandmother.&nbsp; Learning a solid work ethic at a very early age, Yvonne 
started working at the drive in movie theater, at the age of 14, in 
Dodge City, later working in retail sales for Gambles, Gibson’s, K-Mart,
 JCPenney and most recently, Walmart.&nbsp; She was a member of St. John the 
Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, and the Altar Society.Survivors include, husband, John of the home; one son, Ronald Wyant 
of Hoisington; two grandsons, Dustin Wyant and wife Aimee of Great Bend 
and Dillon Wyant of Angels Camp, Cal.; one granddaughter, Jayci Wyant of
 Larned; three step sons, Scott Palmer and wife Elizabeth of Edmond, 
Okla., Steven Palmer of Texas and Terry Palmer of Texas; three great 
grandchildren, Jayla, DJ and Kiera Wyant; two step grandchildren, 
Angelica and Anthony; and one niece, Kim Hall.&nbsp; Yvonne was preceded in 
passing by her parents; one son, Michael Wyant; and one brother, Donald 
Closen.Graveside services will be held at Hoisington Cemetery, 11:00 a.m., 
Wednesday Aug. 5, 2020, with Father Anselm Eke, MSP presiding.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be 9:00 am to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, with the family
 receiving friends from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., and a rosary at 7:00 p.m., 
all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to St. John
 the Evangelist Catholic Church, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Yvonne Mary Palmer

Verlene Marie Ochs, age 87, of Grainfield, KS, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care facility. She was born June 15, 1933, to George Harold and Odella (Marcotte) Deges. She attended the country school in Grainfield.

Verlene was united in marriage to Roy Ochs Jr. on August 31, 1954, at Saint Agnes Catholic Church. They were happily married until his passing in September of 2014. She lived a life full of service and giving as a member of the Saint Agnes Catholic Ladies, American Legion Auxiliary, and Gove County Medical Center Auxiliary. Verlene enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening, canning, and embroidering, having made numerous sets of tea towels for family, friends, and all those in the community. Her door was always open to anyone who came by, and there was always an open spot at her table. Verlene will be dearly missed by family and friends, and will continue to live on in their hearts.

Verlene is survived by her son Ron (Lesa) Ochs of Quinter, KS; daughters Dee (Jack) Foster of Grainfield, Dar (Tim) Hickert of Hays, KS, and Connie (Gary) Rupp of Tribune, KS; grandchildren Amy (Cory) Leiker, Angie Foster, Justin (Shannon) Foster, Dustin (Robynn) Hickert, Kara (Nic) Top, Ryan (Tiff) Ochs, Shawna Ochs, Emily Rupp, and Audrey Rupp; 12 great-grandchildren; and brothers Elmer Deges, Leon Deges, and Eugene Deges.

Verlene is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband; and brothers Bernard Deges, Eldon Deges, and Richard Deges.

Due to concerns involving COVID-19, a private family service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020, with interment to follow at the Grainfield Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Grainfield American Legion Auxiliary and Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care facility. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 S. Main St. Quinter, KS 67752.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596138636884.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Verlene Marie Ochs, age 87, of Grainfield, KS, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care facility. She was born June 15, 1933, to George Harold and Odella (Marcotte) Deges. She attended the country school in Grainfield.Verlene was united in marriage to Roy Ochs Jr. on August 31, 1954, at Saint Agnes Catholic Church. They were happily married until his passing in September of 2014. She lived a life full of service and giving as a member of the Saint Agnes Catholic Ladies, American Legion Auxiliary, and Gove County Medical Center Auxiliary. Verlene enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening, canning, and embroidering, having made numerous sets of tea towels for family, friends, and all those in the community. Her door was always open to anyone who came by, and there was always an open spot at her table. Verlene will be dearly missed by family and friends, and will continue to live on in their hearts.Verlene is survived by her son Ron (Lesa) Ochs of Quinter, KS; daughters Dee (Jack) Foster of Grainfield, Dar (Tim) Hickert of Hays, KS, and Connie (Gary) Rupp of Tribune, KS; grandchildren Amy (Cory) Leiker, Angie Foster, Justin (Shannon) Foster, Dustin (Robynn) Hickert, Kara (Nic) Top, Ryan (Tiff) Ochs, Shawna Ochs, Emily Rupp, and Audrey Rupp; 12 great-grandchildren; and brothers Elmer Deges, Leon Deges, and Eugene Deges.Verlene is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband; and brothers Bernard Deges, Eldon Deges, and Richard Deges.Due to concerns involving COVID-19, a private family service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020, with interment to follow at the Grainfield Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to Grainfield American Legion Auxiliary and Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care facility. Donations to the organizations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 S. Main St. Quinter, KS 67752.Condolences may be left for the family by visiting schmittfuneral.com

Verlene Marie Ochs

Jerry Vern Summers, 73 of rural Ogallah, Kansas passed away at his home July 19, 2020 after a battle with liver cancer and ultimately COVID-19. He was born March 8, 1947 in Winona, Kansas to Oliver and Ecil (Finch) Summers. Jerry married the love of his life, Connie L. Mong, on August 7, 1970, in Grainfield, Kansas. This year, they would have celebrated 50 years of marriage. Jerry’s work experience included logging. working at a grain elevator, being part of the construction crew that built the Interstate 70 bridges, operating heavy equipment for an earth moving company, 17 years as a section man with the Union Pacific Railroad, public works operator for the City of Grainfield, building and remodeling homes for a construction company and housekeeping at Gove County Medical Center. After retirement, Jerry re-entered the workforce to become a seasonal employee at Cedar Bluff State Park for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. During this time period, Jerry also joined the AmeriCorps Program where he helped with events at Cedar Bluff and various other parks in Kansas. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his girls and attending their school activities. In his spare time, Jerry liked to take a piece of wood and carve something out of it. Survivors include his wife Connie, of the home, two daughters, Verda Kay Flinn, of Ellis, Kansas; Gerri Lou Tauber of Ogallah, Kansas. Grandchildren include Todd Flinn (Danielle), Ticha Altman (Ryan), and Murrae Rebarchek all of Oakley, Kansas; Dakota Rebarchek (Taylor) of Quinter, Kansas; Cole Feldt of WaKeeney, Kansas. Honorary grandchildren include Wyatt Mong of Park, Kansas; Angel and Wendell Mong of Grainfield, Kansas. Great grandchildren are Kenzie, Kaylen and Easton Flinn; Shayna, Jessyna and Alyna Altman; Ayre Stephen and Brinley Rebarchek. Siblings include a sister, Dixie Taylor (Jack) of Heber Springs, Arkansas; two brothers, Lonnie Summers (Lee) of Whitewater, Kansas; Bill Summers (Bev) of Topeka, Kansas along with a host of nieces and nephews. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Oliver and Ecil (Finch) Summers, a brother Bobbie Summers, and son-in-law Douglas Feldt. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 7, 2020 at 5:00pm at 33021 Q RD, Ogallah, KS. Due to the coronavirus, if you have a fever, cough or not feeling well, please send condolences via email, on-line guestbook or mail. Social distancing will be suggested at the celebration, so please bring a lawn chair if you have one. Memorials contributions are suggested to Cedar Bluff State Park or to the family to be used as needed and may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637 or mailed to C/O Connie Summers, 33021 Q RD, Ogallah, Kansas 67656 Condolences may be left at the on-line guest book:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or emailed to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Jerry Vern Summers, 73 of rural Ogallah, Kansas passed away at his home July 19, 2020 after a battle with liver cancer and ultimately COVID-19. He was born March 8, 1947 in Winona, Kansas to Oliver and Ecil (Finch) Summers. Jerry married the love of his life, Connie L. Mong, on August 7, 1970, in Grainfield, Kansas. This year, they would have celebrated 50 years of marriage. Jerry’s work experience included logging. working at a grain elevator, being part of the construction crew that built the Interstate 70 bridges, operating heavy equipment for an earth moving company, 17 years as a section man with the Union Pacific Railroad, public works operator for the City of Grainfield, building and remodeling homes for a construction company and housekeeping at Gove County Medical Center. After retirement, Jerry re-entered the workforce to become a seasonal employee at Cedar Bluff State Park for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. During this time period, Jerry also joined the AmeriCorps Program where he helped with events at Cedar Bluff and various other parks in Kansas. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his girls and attending their school activities. In his spare time, Jerry liked to take a piece of wood and carve something out of it. Survivors include his wife Connie, of the home, two daughters, Verda Kay Flinn, of Ellis, Kansas; Gerri Lou Tauber of Ogallah, Kansas. Grandchildren include Todd Flinn (Danielle), Ticha Altman (Ryan), and Murrae Rebarchek all of Oakley, Kansas; Dakota Rebarchek (Taylor) of Quinter, Kansas; Cole Feldt of WaKeeney, Kansas. Honorary grandchildren include Wyatt Mong of Park, Kansas; Angel and Wendell Mong of Grainfield, Kansas. Great grandchildren are Kenzie, Kaylen and Easton Flinn; Shayna, Jessyna and Alyna Altman; Ayre Stephen and Brinley Rebarchek. Siblings include a sister, Dixie Taylor (Jack) of Heber Springs, Arkansas; two brothers, Lonnie Summers (Lee) of Whitewater, Kansas; Bill Summers (Bev) of Topeka, Kansas along with a host of nieces and nephews. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Oliver and Ecil (Finch) Summers, a brother Bobbie Summers, and son-in-law Douglas Feldt. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 7, 2020 at 5:00pm at 33021 Q RD, Ogallah, KS. Due to the coronavirus, if you have a fever, cough or not feeling well, please send condolences via email, on-line guestbook or mail. Social distancing will be suggested at the celebration, so please bring a lawn chair if you have one. Memorials contributions are suggested to Cedar Bluff State Park or to the family to be used as needed and may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637 or mailed to C/O Connie Summers, 33021 Q RD, Ogallah, Kansas 67656 Condolences may be left at the on-line guest book:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/" target="_blank">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or emailed to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com" target="_blank">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Jerry Vern Summers

Kathleen Anne (Kowalke) Foster, 52, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at her home in Russell.

Kathleen was born October 6, 1967, in Colby, Kansas.  She was the daughter of Herman Sr. and Margaret Anne (McGee) Kowalke.  She grew up in Densmore and Logan, Kansas, and graduated from Hill City High School.  She then attended Colby Community College and obtained an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.

Kathleen was united in marriage to Kent Alan Foster on April 21, 2006, in Laughlin, Nevada.  They made their home in Russell.

Kathleen was a Sales Clerk of Liquor Station in Russell.  She was an Assistant Manager for Dollar General for many years.  Before that, she worked on the assembly line at King Of The Road.  She enjoyed drawing, coloring, spoiling her cats, feeding the neighborhood squirrels, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Kathleen’s surviving family include her husband of fourteen years Kent of the home; son, Anthony Corbin (Terri) of Hill City, Kansas; daughters, Jessica Harenberg (Josh) of Goodland, Kansas and Allison Corbin (Robert Schnug) of Goodland, Kansas; step-sons, Brent “B.S.” Foster (Keri) of Mesa Arizona and Tyler Drake of Clinton, Missouri; brothers, Herman Kowalke, Jr. of Hill City, Kansas, Virgil Wilcox, Jr. of Hays, Kansas and Darold Kowalke of Laughlin, Oklahoma; sisters, Kandy Worcester of Hill City, Kansas and Peggy Myers of Norton, Kansas; and eight grandchildren.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents and brother Harold Kowalke.

The family will be holding a memorial service at a later date.  Cremation has taken place.  Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Kathleen Anne (Kowalke) Foster, 52, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at her home in Russell.Kathleen was born October 6, 1967, in Colby, Kansas. She was the daughter of Herman Sr. and Margaret Anne (McGee) Kowalke. She grew up in Densmore and Logan, Kansas, and graduated from Hill City High School. She then attended Colby Community College and obtained an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.Kathleen was united in marriage to Kent Alan Foster on April 21, 2006, in Laughlin, Nevada. They made their home in Russell.Kathleen was a Sales Clerk of Liquor Station in Russell. She was an Assistant Manager for Dollar General for many years. Before that, she worked on the assembly line at King Of The Road. She enjoyed drawing, coloring, spoiling her cats, feeding the neighborhood squirrels, and spending time with her grandchildren.Kathleen’s surviving family include her husband of fourteen years Kent of the home; son, Anthony Corbin (Terri) of Hill City, Kansas; daughters, Jessica Harenberg (Josh) of Goodland, Kansas and Allison Corbin (Robert Schnug) of Goodland, Kansas; step-sons, Brent “B.S.” Foster (Keri) of Mesa Arizona and Tyler Drake of Clinton, Missouri; brothers, Herman Kowalke, Jr. of Hill City, Kansas, Virgil Wilcox, Jr. of Hays, Kansas and Darold Kowalke of Laughlin, Oklahoma; sisters, Kandy Worcester of Hill City, Kansas and Peggy Myers of Norton, Kansas; and eight grandchildren.Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents and brother Harold Kowalke.The family will be holding a memorial service at a later date. Cremation has taken place. Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Kathleen Anne (Kowalke) Foster

Haven, KS resident Garold W. Randall passed away Thursday, July 23, 2020 at his home.&nbsp; He was 76.

He was born November 1, 1943, in Webster, KS the son of Harvey and Iris (Garringer) Randall.

Garold was united in marriage to Cathy Sue Davis on June 8, 1968, in Glade, KS.&nbsp; She preceded him in death in 2009.

Survivors include his son Kaelen of Hutchinson, KS; two daughters, Alisa Randall of Hutchinson and Stephanie Showalter of Haven; a brother Ronald Randall of Hutchinson; a sister Marilyn Chestnut of Phillipsburg; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2020 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy Herder officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel FaceBook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Marvin Cemetery, Glade, KS, with military honors conducted by the United States Air Force.

Mr. Randall will lie in state from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday evening, July 30th, with the family receiving friends that evening from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. for visitation in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd St., Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Garold Randall Memorial Fund to be designated later.

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 </figure>Haven, KS resident Garold W. Randall passed away Thursday, July 23, 2020 at his home.&nbsp; He was 76.He was born November 1, 1943, in Webster, KS the son of Harvey and Iris (Garringer) Randall.Garold was united in marriage to Cathy Sue Davis on June 8, 1968, in Glade, KS.&nbsp; She preceded him in death in 2009.Survivors include his son Kaelen of Hutchinson, KS; two daughters, Alisa Randall of Hutchinson and Stephanie Showalter of Haven; a brother Ronald Randall of Hutchinson; a sister Marilyn Chestnut of Phillipsburg; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2020 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy Herder officiating.&nbsp; The services will be streamed live on Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel FaceBook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Marvin Cemetery, Glade, KS, with military honors conducted by the United States Air Force.Mr. Randall will lie in state from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday evening, July 30th, with the family receiving friends that evening from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. for visitation in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, 1115 2nd St., Phillipsburg, KS&nbsp; 67661.Memorial contributions may be made to the Garold Randall Memorial Fund to be designated later.

Garold W. Randall

Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Damar, Kansas. Inurnment will follow services in the St. Joseph Cemetery, Damar. Memorial visitation will be Tuesday August 4, 2020 6 PM - 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM all at St. Joseph Church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the wishes of the family and may be made payable to Virginia Thyfault and may be mailed to the funeral home. Arrangements in Care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;

Ronald Louis Thyfault, 91, died in his 
home surrounded by his wife of 69 years and family after battling 
coronavirus for 10 days. His last hours were filled with prayer and 
singing, two of his favorite pastimes. For a man who survived many 
careless stunts, it was often said that the Heavens were not ready for 
his spunky spirit, quick wit and never ending chain of one-liners. In 
the end, no one could resist his bright smile, warm heart and charm. On 
July 15th, 2020, he was finally called home. We can’t blame them for 
wanting to bring his loving spirit and warmth to join his parents, Louis
 and Jeanette (Thibault) Thyfault, and his brother Mose Thyfault and 
sister Teresa Benoit. His surviving sister Germaine, will have to wait 
here with the rest of us.

Ronald was born May 19, 1929. He 
married Virginia Arpin (surviving) June 12, 1951 in St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, in Damar, Kansas. Together they lived in Damar building a life 
around farming and family. His years were filled with milking cattle, 
raising horses, farming and a lot of wine making, with the patent on 
wheat wine. We can’t forget his love of sports, any and all sports. He 
was known as an athlete in his younger years and that passion carried on
 to his last days. The Chiefs winning the superbowl for the second time 
in his life was icing on the cake. Ronald didn’t know a stranger, he 
could talk for hours with anyone. Those who knew him for a minute or a 
lifetime were likely called some endearing name such as big butt, 
squirrel or smelly.&nbsp;

As a father, he taught his nine 
children diligence and hard work. His ways were often blunt and sharp. 
As a result, we grew thick skin and a strength of character to stand and
 think for ourselves. In his era, he witnessed the civil rights and 
women's rights movement. He was progressive beyond his time. A father to
 numerous daughters, he instilled in us that we could do anything and 
that there was no such thing as man's work or women's work at the farm. 
We all worked.

Ronald taught all of his children -- 
daughters and sons alike -- to farm, repair machinery, and to be 
independent and headstrong. (Some may say he taught that a little too 
well.) In his ruggedness, however, he was not too big of a man to comb 
and braid a little girl's hair. He lived most of his life as a very 
strong and active man. He softened greatly as his body began to fail. He
 said “I love you” and “thank you” sincerely and often. He was extremely
 grateful for the love, caring and companionship that he was given. He 
often said and fully embraced the words “Thy Will Be Done” as he put his
 faith in God to guide him in life and us, as we cared for him in his 
last years.

Ronald and Virginia together had nine 
children all surviving: Rhonda Anderson (John) of Grand Junction, CO; 
Lois Wolf (Richard) of Loveland, CO; Anita Strecker (Delvin) of Salina, 
KS; Cheryl Dempsey (Justin) of Schoenchen, KS; Lisa Thyfault (Bryan 
Donaldson) of Scottsdale, AZ; Ronald P Thyfault (Dawn) of Plainville, 
KS; Kevin Thyfault of Towanda, KS; Melani Ward (Barry) of Belaire, KS 
and Amy Normandin (Brent) of Hays, KS. His family includes his 
granddaughter Nicki Lind (Mike) of Hays, KS along with a total 31 
grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren and two more on the way.

Due to Ronald’s COVID-19 status as well
 as several in the family recovering from the virus a private gathering 
was held July 16th.&nbsp;

Arrangements in Care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Damar, Kansas. Inurnment will follow services in the St. Joseph Cemetery, Damar. Memorial visitation will be Tuesday August 4, 2020 6 PM - 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM all at St. Joseph Church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the wishes of the family and may be made payable to Virginia Thyfault and may be mailed to the funeral home. Arrangements in Care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;Ronald Louis Thyfault, 91, died in his 
home surrounded by his wife of 69 years and family after battling 
coronavirus for 10 days. His last hours were filled with prayer and 
singing, two of his favorite pastimes. For a man who survived many 
careless stunts, it was often said that the Heavens were not ready for 
his spunky spirit, quick wit and never ending chain of one-liners. In 
the end, no one could resist his bright smile, warm heart and charm. On 
July 15th, 2020, he was finally called home. We can’t blame them for 
wanting to bring his loving spirit and warmth to join his parents, Louis
 and Jeanette (Thibault) Thyfault, and his brother Mose Thyfault and 
sister Teresa Benoit. His surviving sister Germaine, will have to wait 
here with the rest of us. Ronald was born May 19, 1929. He 
married Virginia Arpin (surviving) June 12, 1951 in St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, in Damar, Kansas. Together they lived in Damar building a life 
around farming and family. His years were filled with milking cattle, 
raising horses, farming and a lot of wine making, with the patent on 
wheat wine. We can’t forget his love of sports, any and all sports. He 
was known as an athlete in his younger years and that passion carried on
 to his last days. The Chiefs winning the superbowl for the second time 
in his life was icing on the cake. Ronald didn’t know a stranger, he 
could talk for hours with anyone. Those who knew him for a minute or a 
lifetime were likely called some endearing name such as big butt, 
squirrel or smelly.&nbsp; As a father, he taught his nine 
children diligence and hard work. His ways were often blunt and sharp. 
As a result, we grew thick skin and a strength of character to stand and
 think for ourselves. In his era, he witnessed the civil rights and 
women's rights movement. He was progressive beyond his time. A father to
 numerous daughters, he instilled in us that we could do anything and 
that there was no such thing as man's work or women's work at the farm. 
We all worked. Ronald taught all of his children -- 
daughters and sons alike -- to farm, repair machinery, and to be 
independent and headstrong. (Some may say he taught that a little too 
well.) In his ruggedness, however, he was not too big of a man to comb 
and braid a little girl's hair. He lived most of his life as a very 
strong and active man. He softened greatly as his body began to fail. He
 said “I love you” and “thank you” sincerely and often. He was extremely
 grateful for the love, caring and companionship that he was given. He 
often said and fully embraced the words “Thy Will Be Done” as he put his
 faith in God to guide him in life and us, as we cared for him in his 
last years. Ronald and Virginia together had nine 
children all surviving: Rhonda Anderson (John) of Grand Junction, CO; 
Lois Wolf (Richard) of Loveland, CO; Anita Strecker (Delvin) of Salina, 
KS; Cheryl Dempsey (Justin) of Schoenchen, KS; Lisa Thyfault (Bryan 
Donaldson) of Scottsdale, AZ; Ronald P Thyfault (Dawn) of Plainville, 
KS; Kevin Thyfault of Towanda, KS; Melani Ward (Barry) of Belaire, KS 
and Amy Normandin (Brent) of Hays, KS. His family includes his 
granddaughter Nicki Lind (Mike) of Hays, KS along with a total 31 
grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren and two more on the way. Due to Ronald’s COVID-19 status as well
 as several in the family recovering from the virus a private gathering 
was held July 16th.&nbsp; Arrangements in Care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp; Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Ronald Louis Thyfault

An angel left this earth July 24th, 2020. She was born Mary JoAnn Fink 
on July 12, 1934, to Ernie and Ruby (Jones) Fink, near Monument KS. 
JoAnn managed to become the world’s most spoiled depression baby ever. 
Her father Ernie was the first to begin what would become a lifetime of 
letting JoAnn get her way. She attended both Monument and Oakley 
schools, graduating in 1952. On her 18th birthday in 1952 she married 
Herbert Clovis Teeter. Herb was next in line for spoiling JoAnn. Herb 
was stationed in Memphis TN. Her first job was at a Russell Stover 
counter. They then moved to Ardmore OK and then JoAnn moved back to 
Oakley when Herb was sent overseas. In 1955 they purchased a farm north
 of Oakley. 1957 brought the birth of their 1st daughter, Tamera Jo. 
They then forgot to have a second child for about 20 years, Tracee being
 born in 1976. JoAnn was always working. Driving harvest trucks, 
cleaning homes, painting, school paraprofessional, church cleaning, 
mowing and her all-time favorite activity was rental house collecting. 
She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Garden Club, PEO and numerous 
other organizations. 
Herb and JoAnn traveled extensively during their marriage. JoAnn was 
very proud to have earned her pilots license when they owned a plane. 
Mainly she got it just in case Herb crashed the plane, which he did... 
Smart lady! Mom was fond of saying that they would have the farm paid 
off sooner had they not taken so many Hawaii trips. During the 70s she 
and sister Glennis ran ParTee Ceramics out of her shop. Lots of painting
 and memories were made at the time. Many students will remember her as a
 para and running the concession stands. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby and Ernie Fink; husband 
Herb; a daughter Tammy Teeter and a grandson Morgan. She is survived by a
 sister Glennis Parsons and daughter Tracee Teeter (and the world’s best
 son in law Randy Swart). A host of other family and friends will miss 
her but most importantly will be her precious Ernie cat. Donations of 
cat nip and Temptations accepted. Also, donations to the United 
Methodist Church and The Kansas Honor Flight are suggested and can be 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. A 
memorial service will take place at a later date. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>An angel left this earth July 24th, 2020. She was born Mary JoAnn Fink 
on July 12, 1934, to Ernie and Ruby (Jones) Fink, near Monument KS. 
JoAnn managed to become the world’s most spoiled depression baby ever. 
Her father Ernie was the first to begin what would become a lifetime of 
letting JoAnn get her way. She attended both Monument and Oakley 
schools, graduating in 1952. On her 18th birthday in 1952 she married 
Herbert Clovis Teeter. Herb was next in line for spoiling JoAnn. Herb 
was stationed in Memphis TN. Her first job was at a Russell Stover 
counter. They then moved to Ardmore OK and then JoAnn moved back to 
Oakley when Herb was sent overseas. In 1955 they purchased a farm north
 of Oakley. 1957 brought the birth of their 1st daughter, Tamera Jo. 
They then forgot to have a second child for about 20 years, Tracee being
 born in 1976. JoAnn was always working. Driving harvest trucks, 
cleaning homes, painting, school paraprofessional, church cleaning, 
mowing and her all-time favorite activity was rental house collecting. 
She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Garden Club, PEO and numerous 
other organizations. 
Herb and JoAnn traveled extensively during their marriage. JoAnn was 
very proud to have earned her pilots license when they owned a plane. 
Mainly she got it just in case Herb crashed the plane, which he did... 
Smart lady! Mom was fond of saying that they would have the farm paid 
off sooner had they not taken so many Hawaii trips. During the 70s she 
and sister Glennis ran ParTee Ceramics out of her shop. Lots of painting
 and memories were made at the time. Many students will remember her as a
 para and running the concession stands. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby and Ernie Fink; husband 
Herb; a daughter Tammy Teeter and a grandson Morgan. She is survived by a
 sister Glennis Parsons and daughter Tracee Teeter (and the world’s best
 son in law Randy Swart). A host of other family and friends will miss 
her but most importantly will be her precious Ernie cat. Donations of 
cat nip and Temptations accepted. Also, donations to the United 
Methodist Church and The Kansas Honor Flight are suggested and can be 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. A 
memorial service will take place at a later date. For information or 
condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Mary Joann (Fink) Teeter

Phyllis Elaine Higgins, age 85, passed away peacefully at the
 Homestead Memory Care facility in Olathe, Kansas, on Friday morning, 
April 17th, 2020.&nbsp; Born Phyllis Elaine Rein to Edward (Eddie) Rein and Mildred M. McKittrick on December 12th,
 1934 in Ness County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the oldest of six siblings 
growing up in rural Rush County. She graduated in 1952 from McCracken 
High School.&nbsp; While she was a resident of McCracken, she was an active 
member of the historic St Mary’s Catholic Church.

Though growing up and eventually returning to McCracken, she 
lived several years in Liberal, Kansas raising her family. Upon retuning
 to McCracken, Kansas in 1978, she and her husband, Lester Higgins, 
owned and operated the local Hardware Store.&nbsp; Later in life, she moved 
to Emporia and, eventually, Olathe, Kansas to be closer to family.

She is preceded in death by her husband James Lester Higgins,
 parents Mildred and Eddie Rein, brothers Danny and Donnie Rein, all 
from McCracken, Kansas.&nbsp; She is survived by her sister Sheryl and Benny 
McCaskey of Great Bend, KS and their family, sister Madeline ‘Maddy’ 
Petz of Hutchison, KS and family and brother James ‘Jim’ Rein, also of 
Hutchison, KS.

Her entire life Phyllis enjoyed entertaining and visiting her
 family, especially her 5 children, 7 grandchildren and 4 
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is survived by daughter Cindy Cannatella, her 
husband Paul and grandson Paolo of Houston, TX.&nbsp; Daughter Katie Wills 
and husband Marvin of Gatesville, TX.&nbsp; Granddaughters Sarah Knight and 
her husband Kynn, 2 great-grandchildren, Charles and Charlotte of 
Cypress, TX. Granddaughter Rachael Creel and her husband Sam, 2 
great-grandchildren Leon and Stella of Newcastle, TX.&nbsp; Son Kelly Walker,
 his wife Alannah and 3 grandchildren, Davin, Kael and Cullen, of 
Magnolia, TX.&nbsp; Daughter Sabrina Hurt, husband Ron and grandson Samuel of
 Leawood, KS.&nbsp; Daughter Sarena Higgins of New Strawn, KS.&nbsp; Along with 
many cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.

Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020, 
10:00 a.m. at&nbsp; St Mary’s Church, McCracken, Kansas followed by a 
graveside service at the McCracken Cemetery.&nbsp; 

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given to the McCracken City Library or the St Mary’s McCracken Heritage Association.

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 </figure>Phyllis Elaine Higgins, age 85, passed away peacefully at the
 Homestead Memory Care facility in Olathe, Kansas, on Friday morning, 
April 17th, 2020.&nbsp; Born Phyllis Elaine Rein to Edward (Eddie) Rein and Mildred M. McKittrick on December 12th,
 1934 in Ness County, Kansas.&nbsp; She was the oldest of six siblings 
growing up in rural Rush County. She graduated in 1952 from McCracken 
High School.&nbsp; While she was a resident of McCracken, she was an active 
member of the historic St Mary’s Catholic Church.Though growing up and eventually returning to McCracken, she 
lived several years in Liberal, Kansas raising her family. Upon retuning
 to McCracken, Kansas in 1978, she and her husband, Lester Higgins, 
owned and operated the local Hardware Store.&nbsp; Later in life, she moved 
to Emporia and, eventually, Olathe, Kansas to be closer to family.She is preceded in death by her husband James Lester Higgins,
 parents Mildred and Eddie Rein, brothers Danny and Donnie Rein, all 
from McCracken, Kansas.&nbsp; She is survived by her sister Sheryl and Benny 
McCaskey of Great Bend, KS and their family, sister Madeline ‘Maddy’ 
Petz of Hutchison, KS and family and brother James ‘Jim’ Rein, also of 
Hutchison, KS.Her entire life Phyllis enjoyed entertaining and visiting her
 family, especially her 5 children, 7 grandchildren and 4 
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She is survived by daughter Cindy Cannatella, her 
husband Paul and grandson Paolo of Houston, TX.&nbsp; Daughter Katie Wills 
and husband Marvin of Gatesville, TX.&nbsp; Granddaughters Sarah Knight and 
her husband Kynn, 2 great-grandchildren, Charles and Charlotte of 
Cypress, TX. Granddaughter Rachael Creel and her husband Sam, 2 
great-grandchildren Leon and Stella of Newcastle, TX.&nbsp; Son Kelly Walker,
 his wife Alannah and 3 grandchildren, Davin, Kael and Cullen, of 
Magnolia, TX.&nbsp; Daughter Sabrina Hurt, husband Ron and grandson Samuel of
 Leawood, KS.&nbsp; Daughter Sarena Higgins of New Strawn, KS.&nbsp; Along with 
many cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020, 
10:00 a.m. at&nbsp; St Mary’s Church, McCracken, Kansas followed by a 
graveside service at the McCracken Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given to the McCracken City Library or the St Mary’s McCracken Heritage Association.

Phyllis Elaine Higgins

Carol J. Schaben, 79, &nbsp;passed away peacefully on June 25, 2020, at Benton House of Lenexa which was her home since 2017.&nbsp;

Carol was born September 11, 1940, in Bison, KS.&nbsp; She was the first 
of three children born to John and Monica Unrein.&nbsp; Carol was a 1958 
graduate of LaCrosse High School.

Carol spent her first 19 years in LaCrosse, KS enjoying a very large 
and extended family.&nbsp; At 19 years old Carol married Tommy Schaben of 
Bazine Kansas.&nbsp; They settled in Independence Missouri and continued to 
farm in Bazine Kansas on the weekends.&nbsp;

Carol worked in the commercial insurance industry for Chubb Insurance
 for 38 years.&nbsp; She began her career as an audit clerk and retired as an
 Operations Service Manager. Carol was very active in the Greater Kansas
 City Insurance Association for many years and was named Insurance Woman
 of The Year in 1989.

After retiring from Chubb Insurance in 1998, Carol began a second 
career as the Business Manager for Nativity of Mary Catholic Parish and 
Grade School in Independence, MO for several years. She was a member of 
Nativity of Mary Catholic Church and served as a Eucharistic minister 
for many years.

Carol also helped found the Jackson County Free Health Clinic of 
Independence MO in 2000. Carol coordinated volunteer doctors, nurses, 
pharmacists and support staff. The Clinic served economically 
disadvantaged individuals in Independence, MO with medical and 
prescription needs every week.

Carol is survived by her daughter &amp; son in law, Patti &amp; Mike 
Bryant, Lenexa, KS and grandson &amp; wife, Brent &amp; Danielle 
Haskell, Ansonia, OH.

A committal&nbsp;service will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at the Bazine Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol’s memory may be directed to 
Ascend Hospice, Attn Beth Executive Director, C/O Carol Schaben, 4550 W 
109th Street, Overland Park, KS 66207.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596129779614.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Carol J. Schaben, 79, &nbsp;passed away peacefully on June 25, 2020, at Benton House of Lenexa which was her home since 2017.&nbsp;Carol was born September 11, 1940, in Bison, KS.&nbsp; She was the first 
of three children born to John and Monica Unrein.&nbsp; Carol was a 1958 
graduate of LaCrosse High School.Carol spent her first 19 years in LaCrosse, KS enjoying a very large 
and extended family.&nbsp; At 19 years old Carol married Tommy Schaben of 
Bazine Kansas.&nbsp; They settled in Independence Missouri and continued to 
farm in Bazine Kansas on the weekends.&nbsp;Carol worked in the commercial insurance industry for Chubb Insurance
 for 38 years.&nbsp; She began her career as an audit clerk and retired as an
 Operations Service Manager. Carol was very active in the Greater Kansas
 City Insurance Association for many years and was named Insurance Woman
 of The Year in 1989.After retiring from Chubb Insurance in 1998, Carol began a second 
career as the Business Manager for Nativity of Mary Catholic Parish and 
Grade School in Independence, MO for several years. She was a member of 
Nativity of Mary Catholic Church and served as a Eucharistic minister 
for many years.Carol also helped found the Jackson County Free Health Clinic of 
Independence MO in 2000. Carol coordinated volunteer doctors, nurses, 
pharmacists and support staff. The Clinic served economically 
disadvantaged individuals in Independence, MO with medical and 
prescription needs every week.Carol is survived by her daughter &amp; son in law, Patti &amp; Mike 
Bryant, Lenexa, KS and grandson &amp; wife, Brent &amp; Danielle 
Haskell, Ansonia, OH.A committal&nbsp;service will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at the Bazine Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol’s memory may be directed to 
Ascend Hospice, Attn Beth Executive Director, C/O Carol Schaben, 4550 W 
109th Street, Overland Park, KS 66207.

Carol J. Schaben

Helen Kay Brainard Rhodes was a beloved wife, sister, mother, 
grandmother, great-grandmother and member of the Jennings community. She
 was born on January 11, 1940, and attended high school in Oberlin, KS. 
Since the family lived so far in the country that commuting every day 
was impractical, Helen boarded with a family in town to complete her 
education. She married Bud Rhodes on January 20, 1957, and together, 
they raised three children. 
 Helen had really soft hands and a good heart. After completing her 
education at Colby Community College in 1973, she worked at the Good 
Samaritan in Oberlin, and then the Norton County Hospital, where she was
 an LPN for several years. There, she was known for her hard work, 
kindness to patients, and extra words of comfort and support for those 
who needed it most. She cooked supper nearly every night after work. 
There were never any leftovers, because her kids always ate everything 
there was. 
 Away from work, Helen was a member of the United Methodist Women, a 
member of the Tuesday Study Club of Jennings, and a founding member of 
the Jennings Book Club, which surprised exactly no one, because Helen 
loved to read and to complete the crosswords in the Salina Journal. She
 also loved to birdwatch. Helen and Bud could often be found at the 
kitchen table in the morning, watching the birds in the backyard. 
 Helen never had a bad word to say about anyone. If her kids did 
something silly or stupid, which was known to happen, you didn’t hear 
about it from her. She served others quietly and often in the 
background. Helen cared for both of her parents when they were sick and 
elderly. She was active at the Methodist Church in Jennings, was 
extremely involved in Vacation Bible School, and in her retirement ran 
the Jennings Library. Her grandkids remember that if she was not with 
them, she was likely to be found at church. 
 Despite her kindness and calm demeanor, Helen came with a steel will
 and a good backbone. She survived polio as a child, and heart surgery 
in later years. When her kids screwed up, they knew it right away just 
from the look she gave them. In retirement, Helen decided she’d like to 
have a dog. Her husband, Bud, was less keen on the idea. After she had 
been talking about it for a while, he suggested they make a pro and con 
list. Helen looked at him and said, “Bud, we’re going after the dog 
tomorrow.” And they did. After that, her beloved corgi, Jazzy, joined 
Helen and her lifelong friend, Marge, on their numerous and lengthy 
walks around Jennings and the surrounding countryside.
 For Mother’s Day one year, Bud presented Helen with a chainsaw for a
 present, sure that she would appreciate the practicality. Helen was 
none too pleased, so she went into town and bought a painting she’d been
 eyeing for some time but considered too expensive, as a present for 
herself. 
 Grandchildren and children recall that Bud and Helen’s home was a 
prime meeting spot before and after sporting events for friends. They 
always had food, cold pop, and, after its invention, a Nintendo video 
game system in the basement. Bud and Helen’s house was generally a 
peaceful, welcoming place. Mornings at Grandma Helen’s house often 
featured Froot Loops, grapefruit, or scrambled eggs and toast. She loved
 the piano and played at church and for her husband, and also taught 
several grandkids how to play. She also enjoyed taking grandchildren and
 children fishing, or teaching them dominoes, cards and Yahtzee. 
 Helen’s children and grandchildren are grateful for the excellent 
care provided by the Good Samaritan home in Oberlin, KS, where Helen 
lived for the last three years of her life, due to dementia. 
 Helen passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of the 
morning on Monday, July 27th. She will be deeply missed by those she 
leaves: her children; Jeff, Jerry, and Karen (Kevin); her eight 
grandchildren: Ben (Kelsey), Nickie (Mat), Corey (Ryan), Jessica 
(Tyler), Megan (Justin), Amanda, Katie, and Zachary (Maria); her 
siblings: Bill Brainard (Jean), Ruth Ridge (Jerry), and Donald Brainard 
(Kathy); as well as Ben and Nickie's mom, Sheila, and twenty-one 
great-grandkids. She’s preceded in death by: parents, William H. and 
Lydia (Talbet) Brainard, husband, Richard Bud Rhodes, sisters Terry 
Budig and Elizabeth Brainard, and daughter-in-law Lisa Rhodes.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Helen-Kay-Rhodes?obId=17672725#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596129695117.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Helen Kay Brainard Rhodes was a beloved wife, sister, mother, 
grandmother, great-grandmother and member of the Jennings community. She
 was born on January 11, 1940, and attended high school in Oberlin, KS. 
Since the family lived so far in the country that commuting every day 
was impractical, Helen boarded with a family in town to complete her 
education. She married Bud Rhodes on January 20, 1957, and together, 
they raised three children. 
 Helen had really soft hands and a good heart. After completing her 
education at Colby Community College in 1973, she worked at the Good 
Samaritan in Oberlin, and then the Norton County Hospital, where she was
 an LPN for several years. There, she was known for her hard work, 
kindness to patients, and extra words of comfort and support for those 
who needed it most. She cooked supper nearly every night after work. 
There were never any leftovers, because her kids always ate everything 
there was. 
 Away from work, Helen was a member of the United Methodist Women, a 
member of the Tuesday Study Club of Jennings, and a founding member of 
the Jennings Book Club, which surprised exactly no one, because Helen 
loved to read and to complete the crosswords in the Salina Journal. She
 also loved to birdwatch. Helen and Bud could often be found at the 
kitchen table in the morning, watching the birds in the backyard. 
 Helen never had a bad word to say about anyone. If her kids did 
something silly or stupid, which was known to happen, you didn’t hear 
about it from her. She served others quietly and often in the 
background. Helen cared for both of her parents when they were sick and 
elderly. She was active at the Methodist Church in Jennings, was 
extremely involved in Vacation Bible School, and in her retirement ran 
the Jennings Library. Her grandkids remember that if she was not with 
them, she was likely to be found at church. 
 Despite her kindness and calm demeanor, Helen came with a steel will
 and a good backbone. She survived polio as a child, and heart surgery 
in later years. When her kids screwed up, they knew it right away just 
from the look she gave them. In retirement, Helen decided she’d like to 
have a dog. Her husband, Bud, was less keen on the idea. After she had 
been talking about it for a while, he suggested they make a pro and con 
list. Helen looked at him and said, “Bud, we’re going after the dog 
tomorrow.” And they did. After that, her beloved corgi, Jazzy, joined 
Helen and her lifelong friend, Marge, on their numerous and lengthy 
walks around Jennings and the surrounding countryside.
 For Mother’s Day one year, Bud presented Helen with a chainsaw for a
 present, sure that she would appreciate the practicality. Helen was 
none too pleased, so she went into town and bought a painting she’d been
 eyeing for some time but considered too expensive, as a present for 
herself. 
 Grandchildren and children recall that Bud and Helen’s home was a 
prime meeting spot before and after sporting events for friends. They 
always had food, cold pop, and, after its invention, a Nintendo video 
game system in the basement. Bud and Helen’s house was generally a 
peaceful, welcoming place. Mornings at Grandma Helen’s house often 
featured Froot Loops, grapefruit, or scrambled eggs and toast. She loved
 the piano and played at church and for her husband, and also taught 
several grandkids how to play. She also enjoyed taking grandchildren and
 children fishing, or teaching them dominoes, cards and Yahtzee. 
 Helen’s children and grandchildren are grateful for the excellent 
care provided by the Good Samaritan home in Oberlin, KS, where Helen 
lived for the last three years of her life, due to dementia. 
 Helen passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of the 
morning on Monday, July 27th. She will be deeply missed by those she 
leaves: her children; Jeff, Jerry, and Karen (Kevin); her eight 
grandchildren: Ben (Kelsey), Nickie (Mat), Corey (Ryan), Jessica 
(Tyler), Megan (Justin), Amanda, Katie, and Zachary (Maria); her 
siblings: Bill Brainard (Jean), Ruth Ridge (Jerry), and Donald Brainard 
(Kathy); as well as Ben and Nickie's mom, Sheila, and twenty-one 
great-grandkids. She’s preceded in death by: parents, William H. and 
Lydia (Talbet) Brainard, husband, Richard Bud Rhodes, sisters Terry 
Budig and Elizabeth Brainard, and daughter-in-law Lisa Rhodes.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Helen-Kay-Rhodes?obId=17672725#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Helen Kay Brainard Rhodes

Stanley D. Stephens, 63, of Oakley, died Monday, July 27, 2020, at his 
home. 

He was born December 6, 1956, in Oakley, KS, to Robert and Elsie 
(Suter) Stephens. Stanley married Lisa Kruse on June 18, 1982 and to 
this union they were blessed with four children. He was a farmer, 
cattleman and a welder. He proudly received the Century Farm Award from 
the Salina Diocese Rural Life Commission. Stan was a member of St. 
Joseph’s Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. He served on the 
Grinnell School Board for 6 years and was a proud member of the NRA and 
GOP. Stan had a love for music, sports and following the weather report.
 He had a gift for writing letters and poetry. Above all, Stan had a 
love for his family and treasured being around his children and 
grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Sheena Stephens and 
grandparents, John and Rose Stephens and John and Clara Suter. 
He is survived by his wife Lisa; children, Sarah Bixenman, Marie “Angie”
 (Justin) Helus and Robert “Robbie” Stephens II; siblings, Sr. Judy 
Stephens, Roberta Jean (Jerry) Gormley, Mary Lou (Jerry) VanEaton, Bob 
(Cheryl) Stephens and JoAnne (Harold) Crispin and five grandchildren, 
Brogan and Harleigh Bixenman and Elsie, Vera and Jonny Helus. 
Funeral Mass is 1:00 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, Oakley, with burial in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Grinnell.
 Memorials are suggested to the family to help with expenses and can be 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596116531363.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Stanley D. Stephens, 63, of Oakley, died Monday, July 27, 2020, at his 
home. He was born December 6, 1956, in Oakley, KS, to Robert and Elsie 
(Suter) Stephens. Stanley married Lisa Kruse on June 18, 1982 and to 
this union they were blessed with four children. He was a farmer, 
cattleman and a welder. He proudly received the Century Farm Award from 
the Salina Diocese Rural Life Commission. Stan was a member of St. 
Joseph’s Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. He served on the 
Grinnell School Board for 6 years and was a proud member of the NRA and 
GOP. Stan had a love for music, sports and following the weather report.
 He had a gift for writing letters and poetry. Above all, Stan had a 
love for his family and treasured being around his children and 
grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Sheena Stephens and 
grandparents, John and Rose Stephens and John and Clara Suter. 
He is survived by his wife Lisa; children, Sarah Bixenman, Marie “Angie”
 (Justin) Helus and Robert “Robbie” Stephens II; siblings, Sr. Judy 
Stephens, Roberta Jean (Jerry) Gormley, Mary Lou (Jerry) VanEaton, Bob 
(Cheryl) Stephens and JoAnne (Harold) Crispin and five grandchildren, 
Brogan and Harleigh Bixenman and Elsie, Vera and Jonny Helus. 
Funeral Mass is 1:00 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, Oakley, with burial in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Grinnell.
 Memorials are suggested to the family to help with expenses and can be 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 204, Oakley, KS 67748. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com

Stanley D. Stephens

On Tuesday, July 28th, 2020, Alan DeWitt Beougher stepped into the 
presence of the Lord at the age of 74. Alan was born on January 19th, 
1946 at the family farm South of Oakley, Ks to Charles DeWitt and Edna 
Faye (Gibson) Beougher. 
He married the love of his life, Sharon Lorraine Cameron, on June 14th, 
1964, in Colby KS, at the United Methodist Church. Together they were 
blessed with five children, Mark Alan and Stephanie Diane, who passed 
shortly after birth, two sons Joel Andrew II, James Jay, and daughter 
Monica Ranée. 
Alan spent his life on the farm that he thoroughly loved. He was an 
avid hunter and fisherman who was most at home taking care of his cows, 
working on the farm, and being outdoors. Spending time with his wife of
 56 years, kids, grandkids, and many friends was his greatest joy. 
Everyone who knew Alan enjoyed his teasing and ornery sense of humor. 
He always had a smile, laugh, and encouraging words for everyone. Alan 
shared his love for the Lord every day in thought, word, and deed. 
He was preceded in death by two children Mark and Stephanie Beougher, his parents and sister. 
He is survived by his wife Sharon L, of the home.; children, Joel 
Beougher and wife Sharon E, of Hays KS, Monica Mader and husband Justin,
 of Burlington KS and James Beougher and friend Joni Godenir, both of 
Stockton KS and grandchildren, Stephanie, Brett, and Christine Beougher,
 Levi and Mary Mader and Payton Beougher and Fiancé Colton Derr. 
Alan was buried in the Gaeland Cemetery, Orion, KS. Memorial Service is 
2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the United Christian Church, 219 
Center Ave, Oakley, KS. The family requests Blue jeans, camo or casual 
dress for the service. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/7/1596116479305.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>On Tuesday, July 28th, 2020, Alan DeWitt Beougher stepped into the 
presence of the Lord at the age of 74. Alan was born on January 19th, 
1946 at the family farm South of Oakley, Ks to Charles DeWitt and Edna 
Faye (Gibson) Beougher. 
He married the love of his life, Sharon Lorraine Cameron, on June 14th, 
1964, in Colby KS, at the United Methodist Church. Together they were 
blessed with five children, Mark Alan and Stephanie Diane, who passed 
shortly after birth, two sons Joel Andrew II, James Jay, and daughter 
Monica Ranée. 
Alan spent his life on the farm that he thoroughly loved. He was an 
avid hunter and fisherman who was most at home taking care of his cows, 
working on the farm, and being outdoors. Spending time with his wife of
 56 years, kids, grandkids, and many friends was his greatest joy. 
Everyone who knew Alan enjoyed his teasing and ornery sense of humor. 
He always had a smile, laugh, and encouraging words for everyone. Alan 
shared his love for the Lord every day in thought, word, and deed. 
He was preceded in death by two children Mark and Stephanie Beougher, his parents and sister. 
He is survived by his wife Sharon L, of the home.; children, Joel 
Beougher and wife Sharon E, of Hays KS, Monica Mader and husband Justin,
 of Burlington KS and James Beougher and friend Joni Godenir, both of 
Stockton KS and grandchildren, Stephanie, Brett, and Christine Beougher,
 Levi and Mary Mader and Payton Beougher and Fiancé Colton Derr. 
Alan was buried in the Gaeland Cemetery, Orion, KS. Memorial Service is 
2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the United Christian Church, 219 
Center Ave, Oakley, KS. The family requests Blue jeans, camo or casual 
dress for the service. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

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