Eddie Eugene George, 69, of Syracuse, KS passed away on June 11, 2020. 
He was born on August 3, 1950, in Clinton, Oklahoma, the son of Emerson 
E. George and Shirley L. Collier. 
Eddie was a proud 1972 graduate of Fort Hays State University and went 
on to a long career in the feedlot business as well as operating his 
farm in Syracuse, where he resided with wife of 40 years, Brook Hughs. 
Eddie enjoyed spending time tinkering around the farm and studying as 
much family and regional history as possible. He was a caring husband, 
father, grandfather, and friend to many. 
Eddie was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include wife, 
Brook, daughter Cheyenne and husband Tim Strunk of Wamego, KS; one 
granddaughter, Emerson, another grandchild due in September; Uncle Bill 
and Aunt Rosa Collier of Taloga, OK; Aunt Pauline Fahle of Taloga, OK; 
and numerous friends and extended family members. 
A celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 
at the Coolidge Gym 501 Santa Fe, Coolidge, KS. In lieu of flowers and 
in line with Eddie’s wishes, memorial contributions may be made to his 
grandchildren’s education fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 412 N. 
7th Street, Garden City, Kansas 67846&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Eddie Eugene George, 69, of Syracuse, KS passed away on June 11, 2020. 
He was born on August 3, 1950, in Clinton, Oklahoma, the son of Emerson 
E. George and Shirley L. Collier. 
Eddie was a proud 1972 graduate of Fort Hays State University and went 
on to a long career in the feedlot business as well as operating his 
farm in Syracuse, where he resided with wife of 40 years, Brook Hughs. 
Eddie enjoyed spending time tinkering around the farm and studying as 
much family and regional history as possible. He was a caring husband, 
father, grandfather, and friend to many. 
Eddie was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include wife, 
Brook, daughter Cheyenne and husband Tim Strunk of Wamego, KS; one 
granddaughter, Emerson, another grandchild due in September; Uncle Bill 
and Aunt Rosa Collier of Taloga, OK; Aunt Pauline Fahle of Taloga, OK; 
and numerous friends and extended family members. 
A celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 
at the Coolidge Gym 501 Santa Fe, Coolidge, KS. In lieu of flowers and 
in line with Eddie’s wishes, memorial contributions may be made to his 
grandchildren’s education fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 412 N. 
7th Street, Garden City, Kansas 67846&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Eddie Eugene George

Ethel Marie Beesley, age 92, of Quinter, KS, passed away on June 10, 2020, at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care, Quinter. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

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 </figure>Ethel Marie Beesley, age 92, of Quinter, KS, passed away on June 10, 2020, at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care, Quinter. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Ethel Marie Beesley

Eileen Hoff, 89, passed away on June 11, 2020 at the Great Bend 
Regional Hospital in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on January 1, 1931
 in Antonino, Kansas the daughter of Charley and Emma (Reichert) Munsch.

Eileen was a homemaker and an owner of Norge Village Dry Cleaners. 
She also worked at Travenol Industries and Walmart. She was a member of 
Sacred Heart Church and Altar Society. She enjoyed Sunday night bingo 
and playing cards. She married Charles “Chuck” Hoff on September 18, 
1951, in Antonino, Kansas. He died on January 12, 2011.

Survivors include a sister, Rosalita Flax of Ness City, Kansas; and a
 brother, Charles (Jeanie) Munsch of Russell, Kansas. She was preceded 
in death by her parents; husband, Chuck Hoff; brothers, Edwin, Severin, 
Victor, Francis, James, Lenny Munsch; and sisters, Helen Jarmon, Alice 
Dechant, and Deloris Diemert.

Rosary and parish vigil will be on Sunday, June 14, 2020, 6:30 P.M. 
at Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Monday, June 15, 
2020, 10:00 A.M. at the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City, Kansas. Burial 
in Our Lady Help of Christians, Antonino, Kansas. Friends may call at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Sunday June 14, 
2020.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Church and School, or Our Lady Help of Christians.

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 </figure>Eileen Hoff, 89, passed away on June 11, 2020 at the Great Bend 
Regional Hospital in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on January 1, 1931
 in Antonino, Kansas the daughter of Charley and Emma (Reichert) Munsch.Eileen was a homemaker and an owner of Norge Village Dry Cleaners. 
She also worked at Travenol Industries and Walmart. She was a member of 
Sacred Heart Church and Altar Society. She enjoyed Sunday night bingo 
and playing cards. She married Charles “Chuck” Hoff on September 18, 
1951, in Antonino, Kansas. He died on January 12, 2011.Survivors include a sister, Rosalita Flax of Ness City, Kansas; and a
 brother, Charles (Jeanie) Munsch of Russell, Kansas. She was preceded 
in death by her parents; husband, Chuck Hoff; brothers, Edwin, Severin, 
Victor, Francis, James, Lenny Munsch; and sisters, Helen Jarmon, Alice 
Dechant, and Deloris Diemert.Rosary and parish vigil will be on Sunday, June 14, 2020, 6:30 P.M. 
at Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Funeral service will be on Monday, June 15, 
2020, 10:00 A.M. at the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City, Kansas. Burial 
in Our Lady Help of Christians, Antonino, Kansas. Friends may call at 
Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Sunday June 14, 
2020.Memorial contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Church and School, or Our Lady Help of Christians.

Eileen Hoff

Rosemary Werth, age 87, of Quinter, passed away Friday, June 12, 2020, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Rosemary Werth, age 87, of Quinter, passed away Friday, June 12, 2020, at Gove County Medical Center, Quinter. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Rosemary Werth

Charles William “Bill” Rupp, age 80, of Hays, Kansas, passed away at his home in Hays on Wednesday, June 10, 2020.&nbsp;He was born June 19, 1939, in Hays to Edward and Rose (Groff) Rupp. He was married to Patricia “Patty” Leiker for 40 years.

Bill owned and operated Ideal Refuse for many years. He enjoyed working on his 1957 Chevy Bel Air and tinkering around.

He is survived by his wife, Patty of Hays; sons, Jeff Rupp (Lisa) of Sharon Springs, Kansas, and Jason Leiker of Houston, Texas; daughters, Ruth Archambo (Hubert) of Corpus Christi, Texas, Betty Rupp (Pat Deck) of Wichita, Kansas, Christine Steele (Scott) of Tribune, Kansas and Jenn Havens (Alex) of Salina, Kansas; a brother, Richard Rupp of Hays; sisters, Betty Chew of Hays and Patty Rogers of Kansas City; 18 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Francis “Hammie”, Thomas Joseph, Edward Jr., and Robert Rupp and a sister, Delores (Rupp) Froehlich- Gross.

Funeral Services will be Monday, June 15, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 2020 from 6 to 8 PM at the funeral chapel.&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to the Humane Society of The High Plains, St. Jude’s Hospital or the Hays Community Assistance Center.

Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

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 </figure>Charles William “Bill” Rupp, age 80, of Hays, Kansas, passed away at his home in Hays on Wednesday, June 10, 2020.&nbsp;He was born June 19, 1939, in Hays to Edward and Rose (Groff) Rupp. He was married to Patricia “Patty” Leiker for 40 years.Bill owned and operated Ideal Refuse for many years. He enjoyed working on his 1957 Chevy Bel Air and tinkering around.He is survived by his wife, Patty of Hays; sons, Jeff Rupp (Lisa) of Sharon Springs, Kansas, and Jason Leiker of Houston, Texas; daughters, Ruth Archambo (Hubert) of Corpus Christi, Texas, Betty Rupp (Pat Deck) of Wichita, Kansas, Christine Steele (Scott) of Tribune, Kansas and Jenn Havens (Alex) of Salina, Kansas; a brother, Richard Rupp of Hays; sisters, Betty Chew of Hays and Patty Rogers of Kansas City; 18 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Francis “Hammie”, Thomas Joseph, Edward Jr., and Robert Rupp and a sister, Delores (Rupp) Froehlich- Gross.Funeral Services will be Monday, June 15, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS. Inurnment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 2020 from 6 to 8 PM at the funeral chapel.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Humane Society of The High Plains, St. Jude’s Hospital or the Hays Community Assistance Center.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;or by email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com">keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com</a>

Charles William 'Bill' Rupp

Robert
 W. Fields, age 67, of Knoxville, Illinois died at 4:07 P.M. on 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home in Knoxville, Illinois. 
Robert was born on January 30, 1953 in Galesburg, Illinois the son of J.
 Marshall and Helen Louise (Hanson) Fields. He attended and graduated 
from Knoxville High School in 1972. Surviving are two sisters:
 Mary Ann (and Marvin) Blair of Pueblo, Colorado and Marsha (and David) 
Bailey of rural Gilson, Illinois; one brother, John M. (and Lynn) Fields
 of Galesburg, Illinois: Five nieces and many great nieces, nephews and 
friends; and cousins Ron, Gretchen, Jack and Ruby Fields, Hays, and Amanda Fields and Fiona Austin, formerly of Hays.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He began 
working for Swanson Seed Farm, then he worked as a farm hand for the 
Bailey Farms, rural Gilson, Illinois; Phil and Jeff Johnson farm in 
rural Gilson, Illinois; he retired from Carl Sandburg College, 
Galesburg, Illinois, in the custodial department. After his retirement he
 worked the summers as grounds keeper for the city of Knoxville, Illinois. He attended Community Bible Church and was a member
 of the parking crew. Visitation will be held from 2:00 P.M. 
to 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at the Hurd-Hendricks Funeral 
Homes &amp; Crematory, family may not be present. Due to COVID-19 
restrictions face masks and social distancing required. Private 
graveside services will be held on Monday, June 15, 2020 at the Westfall
 Cemetery, Rural Victoria, Illinois. Rev. Jordan Knight Officiating.

Memorials contributions may be made to Community Bible Church – Parking 
Crew. Online condolences or expressions of sympathy may be made through
 <a href="http://www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com" target="_blank">www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com</a>

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 W. Fields, age 67, of Knoxville, Illinois died at 4:07 P.M. on 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home in Knoxville, Illinois. 
Robert was born on January 30, 1953 in Galesburg, Illinois the son of J.
 Marshall and Helen Louise (Hanson) Fields. He attended and graduated 
from Knoxville High School in 1972. Surviving are two sisters:
 Mary Ann (and Marvin) Blair of Pueblo, Colorado and Marsha (and David) 
Bailey of rural Gilson, Illinois; one brother, John M. (and Lynn) Fields
 of Galesburg, Illinois: Five nieces and many great nieces, nephews and 
friends; and cousins Ron, Gretchen, Jack and Ruby Fields, Hays, and Amanda Fields and Fiona Austin, formerly of Hays. He was preceded in death by his parents. He began 
working for Swanson Seed Farm, then he worked as a farm hand for the 
Bailey Farms, rural Gilson, Illinois; Phil and Jeff Johnson farm in 
rural Gilson, Illinois; he retired from Carl Sandburg College, 
Galesburg, Illinois, in the custodial department. After his retirement he
 worked the summers as grounds keeper for the city of Knoxville, Illinois. He attended Community Bible Church and was a member
 of the parking crew. Visitation will be held from 2:00 P.M. 
to 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at the Hurd-Hendricks Funeral 
Homes &amp; Crematory, family may not be present. Due to COVID-19 
restrictions face masks and social distancing required. Private 
graveside services will be held on Monday, June 15, 2020 at the Westfall
 Cemetery, Rural Victoria, Illinois. Rev. Jordan Knight Officiating. 
Memorials contributions may be made to Community Bible Church – Parking 
Crew. Online condolences or expressions of sympathy may be made through
 <a href="http://www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com" target="_blank">www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com</a>

Robert W. Fields

Mary Louise Lange, 80, passed away June 11, 2020 at Hospice House, Hutchinson.

She was born June 22, 1939 in Larned to Earl and Louise King Hall.

A lifetime area resident she was a homemaker and a Licensed Mental 
Health Technician for Larned State Hospital. She was of the Christian 
faith and enjoyed crocheting, ceramics, painting, reading, and fishing. 
She was a member of the DAR and was the Garfield Librarian.

On October 3, 1959 she married Charles C. Lange Jr. at Larned; he preceded her in death.

Survivors include: daughter, Karla (Mark) Buck, Hutchinson; son, 
Charles (Sabrina) Lange, Garfield; sister, Jolene Bryant, Dodge City; 
brother, Maurice (Judy) Hall, Larned; fourteen grandchildren, and 
numerous great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; daughter,
 Mary Charlene Hainer; two sisters, Patricia “Pat” Haremza, Sharon 
Baxter; and a brother, Ronald Hall.

Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 15, 2020 at 
Garfield Cemetery, Garfield, with Pastor Ryan Webster presiding. 
Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial in Garfield Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Hospice and Homecare of Reno County or the 
American Cancer Society, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, KS 67550

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 </figure>Mary Louise Lange, 80, passed away June 11, 2020 at Hospice House, Hutchinson.She was born June 22, 1939 in Larned to Earl and Louise King Hall.A lifetime area resident she was a homemaker and a Licensed Mental 
Health Technician for Larned State Hospital. She was of the Christian 
faith and enjoyed crocheting, ceramics, painting, reading, and fishing. 
She was a member of the DAR and was the Garfield Librarian.On October 3, 1959 she married Charles C. Lange Jr. at Larned; he preceded her in death.Survivors include: daughter, Karla (Mark) Buck, Hutchinson; son, 
Charles (Sabrina) Lange, Garfield; sister, Jolene Bryant, Dodge City; 
brother, Maurice (Judy) Hall, Larned; fourteen grandchildren, and 
numerous great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; daughter,
 Mary Charlene Hainer; two sisters, Patricia “Pat” Haremza, Sharon 
Baxter; and a brother, Ronald Hall.Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 15, 2020 at 
Garfield Cemetery, Garfield, with Pastor Ryan Webster presiding. 
Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2020 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial in Garfield Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Hospice and Homecare of Reno County or the 
American Cancer Society, both in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, 
Larned, KS 67550

Mary Louise Lange

Cheryl Deines, age 62, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2020. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cheryl Deines, age 62, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2020. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cheryl Deines

Dennis Alan Moore of Nicodemus, Kansas, passed away on Friday, June 5, 
2020, at the age of 66. Dennis was born on September 19, 1953 in Hoxie, 
Kansas to Donald Moore Sr. and Pearlena (Napue) Moore. 
 Dennis spent over 30 years in Graham County prior to moving to 
Nicodemus.He worked in construction as a laborer for Mansville 
Fiberglass Plant for 20 years in McPherson, Kansas.
 He is survived by his father, Donald Moore Sr.; daughter, Denise 
Moore (Don Martinez) of Lakewood, CO; brothers, Donald Moore Jr. of 
Hays, KS and Daniel Mark Moore of Hill City, KS; sister, Twillia Berry 
of Topeka, KS; and three grandchildren, Donaciano Martinez III, Matthew 
Martinez, and Aubrielle Martinez.
 Dennis is preceded in death by his mother, Pearlena Moore; and brother-in-law, James Berry.
 A memorial service will be held at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Nicodemus, Kansas on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 10 A.M.
 Memorials are suggested to the Dennis Moore Memorial Fund to help 
with funeral expenses and may be sent in care of Stinemetz Funeral Home,
 522 North Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642.

Dennis Alan Moore of Nicodemus, Kansas, passed away on Friday, June 5, 
2020, at the age of 66. Dennis was born on September 19, 1953 in Hoxie, 
Kansas to Donald Moore Sr. and Pearlena (Napue) Moore. 
 Dennis spent over 30 years in Graham County prior to moving to 
Nicodemus.He worked in construction as a laborer for Mansville 
Fiberglass Plant for 20 years in McPherson, Kansas.
 He is survived by his father, Donald Moore Sr.; daughter, Denise 
Moore (Don Martinez) of Lakewood, CO; brothers, Donald Moore Jr. of 
Hays, KS and Daniel Mark Moore of Hill City, KS; sister, Twillia Berry 
of Topeka, KS; and three grandchildren, Donaciano Martinez III, Matthew 
Martinez, and Aubrielle Martinez.
 Dennis is preceded in death by his mother, Pearlena Moore; and brother-in-law, James Berry.
 A memorial service will be held at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Nicodemus, Kansas on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 10 A.M.
 Memorials are suggested to the Dennis Moore Memorial Fund to help 
with funeral expenses and may be sent in care of Stinemetz Funeral Home,
 522 North Pomeroy Ave., Hill City, KS 67642.

Dennis Moore

Dr. Robert D. Pokorny, DDS, passed away
 on Wednesday June 10, 2020 at Brookdale Assisted Living of Hays. &nbsp;He 
enjoyed a wonderful life for 92 years and was much loved by his family 
and friends. He was the son of John and Bertha (Kerbs) Gillig of 
Lacrosse, Kansas, born August 16, 1927. After his father’s early death, 
Bob and his brother John were raised by his mother and adoptive father 
William Pokorny.

Bob was a veteran like his father and 
his brother John. &nbsp;He served in the United States Army during WWII as a 
Survey and Instrument Ammunitions Specialists during the GI Bill. &nbsp;He 
earned a WWII Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Medal, Japan. &nbsp;He was
 an FHSU graduate with majors in Biology, Chemistry and Zoology. &nbsp;He 
worked at Sunflower Ordinance in Lawrence as a Chemist, until enrolling 
in UMKC School of Dentistry.

His dental practice spanned almost 
three decades in Hays. &nbsp;His exam rooms overlooked his collective rock 
garden where his patients enjoyed the plants and rocks he had 
landscaped. &nbsp;Bob and his children collected the rocks during family 
vacations and shared his love of travel and nature.

He was a lifelong member of Rotary 
Club, VFW, Hays Chamber of Commerce, Hays United Methodist Church, FHSU 
Alumni, and UMKC School of Dentistry Alumni. &nbsp;Bob was also on the Kansas
 Dental Board of Examiners. &nbsp;He contributed to Boy Scouts of America, 
United Way of Ellis County, and to the FHSU nursing scholarship program.

Bob married Alice Weesner in 1956 and 
they had four children. &nbsp;He was an amazing and loving father to William 
Pokorny of Hays; Deanna Groen (Fred) of Medfield, MA; Linda McLean 
(Mark) of Overland Park, KS; and Julia Thornburg (Allen) of Scott City, 
KS. &nbsp;He always included his brother John’s family; Dolores, John 
Charles, Ryan, and Jill Pokorny on special occasions.

He was a wonderful Grandpa!&nbsp; He shared 
his time and wild stories with his six grandchildren, Jake Groen of 
Singapore; George Groen of Medfield, MA; Kaitlyn Thornburg of Wichita, 
KS; Megan Thornburg of Prairie Village, KS; Ryan McLean of Green Bay, WI
 and Annie McLean of Memphis, TN.

Bob married Betty Schwartz in 1987, and
 he was a great stepdad to her four grown sons and their families: Chan 
(Connie, Dennis (Kathy, Frank (Nancy) and Jack Schwartz. &nbsp;He also 
enjoyed being a loveable step-Grandpa to Matthew, Daniel, and Sarah Joy 
Schwartz.

Bob appreciated everyone and truly 
sends love to all! &nbsp;He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by 
his family, friends, poker buddies and fellow nature lovers!

A celebration of Bob’s life will be at 
2:00 pm on Friday, June 19, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 
with Rev. Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors by the 
Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in the LaCrosse City 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until service time on Friday 
at the chapel.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the FHSU nursing scholarship 
program, in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bob 
may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Dr. Robert D. Pokorny, DDS, passed away
 on Wednesday June 10, 2020 at Brookdale Assisted Living of Hays. &nbsp;He 
enjoyed a wonderful life for 92 years and was much loved by his family 
and friends. He was the son of John and Bertha (Kerbs) Gillig of 
Lacrosse, Kansas, born August 16, 1927. After his father’s early death, 
Bob and his brother John were raised by his mother and adoptive father 
William Pokorny.Bob was a veteran like his father and 
his brother John. &nbsp;He served in the United States Army during WWII as a 
Survey and Instrument Ammunitions Specialists during the GI Bill. &nbsp;He 
earned a WWII Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Medal, Japan. &nbsp;He was
 an FHSU graduate with majors in Biology, Chemistry and Zoology. &nbsp;He 
worked at Sunflower Ordinance in Lawrence as a Chemist, until enrolling 
in UMKC School of Dentistry.His dental practice spanned almost 
three decades in Hays. &nbsp;His exam rooms overlooked his collective rock 
garden where his patients enjoyed the plants and rocks he had 
landscaped. &nbsp;Bob and his children collected the rocks during family 
vacations and shared his love of travel and nature.He was a lifelong member of Rotary 
Club, VFW, Hays Chamber of Commerce, Hays United Methodist Church, FHSU 
Alumni, and UMKC School of Dentistry Alumni. &nbsp;Bob was also on the Kansas
 Dental Board of Examiners. &nbsp;He contributed to Boy Scouts of America, 
United Way of Ellis County, and to the FHSU nursing scholarship program.Bob married Alice Weesner in 1956 and 
they had four children. &nbsp;He was an amazing and loving father to William 
Pokorny of Hays; Deanna Groen (Fred) of Medfield, MA; Linda McLean 
(Mark) of Overland Park, KS; and Julia Thornburg (Allen) of Scott City, 
KS. &nbsp;He always included his brother John’s family; Dolores, John 
Charles, Ryan, and Jill Pokorny on special occasions.He was a wonderful Grandpa!&nbsp; He shared 
his time and wild stories with his six grandchildren, Jake Groen of 
Singapore; George Groen of Medfield, MA; Kaitlyn Thornburg of Wichita, 
KS; Megan Thornburg of Prairie Village, KS; Ryan McLean of Green Bay, WI
 and Annie McLean of Memphis, TN.Bob married Betty Schwartz in 1987, and
 he was a great stepdad to her four grown sons and their families: Chan 
(Connie, Dennis (Kathy, Frank (Nancy) and Jack Schwartz. &nbsp;He also 
enjoyed being a loveable step-Grandpa to Matthew, Daniel, and Sarah Joy 
Schwartz.Bob appreciated everyone and truly 
sends love to all! &nbsp;He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by 
his family, friends, poker buddies and fellow nature lovers!A celebration of Bob’s life will be at 
2:00 pm on Friday, June 19, 2020 at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 
with Rev. Mike Rose officiating.&nbsp; Burial with military honors by the 
Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in the LaCrosse City 
Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until service time on Friday 
at the chapel.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the FHSU nursing scholarship 
program, in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bob 
may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Dr. Robert D. Pokorny

Jenny Lynn McClelland, age 32, of Colby passed away Tuesday, June 9, 
2020 in an accident in Wallace County.&nbsp; Jenny was born May 15, 1988 to 
Jimmie R. and Elaine K. (Swift) McClelland in Goodland.&nbsp;

Jenny grew up and went to school in Goodland.&nbsp; She enjoyed being 
outdoors, gardening, animals and spending time with her family and 
friends.&nbsp; She worked as a Rural Mail Associate for the United States 
Postal Service.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her dad, Jimmie; and her grandparents, James and Janice McClelland and Kleo and Janet Swift.&nbsp;

Jenny is survived by her fiancé, Kyle Harold of Colby, KS; mother, 
Elaine McClelland of Goodland, KS; brother, Tyler McClelland of 
Goodland, KS; and many other family and friends.&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to Jenny McClelland Memorial Fund and may
 be left at the service or may be sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, 
P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS &nbsp;67735.&nbsp; For information or condolences, visit
 <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Jenny-McClelland">www.batemanfuneral.com</a>.

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Jenny-McClelland">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Jenny Lynn McClelland, age 32, of Colby passed away Tuesday, June 9, 
2020 in an accident in Wallace County.&nbsp; Jenny was born May 15, 1988 to 
Jimmie R. and Elaine K. (Swift) McClelland in Goodland.&nbsp;Jenny grew up and went to school in Goodland.&nbsp; She enjoyed being 
outdoors, gardening, animals and spending time with her family and 
friends.&nbsp; She worked as a Rural Mail Associate for the United States 
Postal Service.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her dad, Jimmie; and her grandparents, James and Janice McClelland and Kleo and Janet Swift.&nbsp;Jenny is survived by her fiancé, Kyle Harold of Colby, KS; mother, 
Elaine McClelland of Goodland, KS; brother, Tyler McClelland of 
Goodland, KS; and many other family and friends.&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to Jenny McClelland Memorial Fund and may
 be left at the service or may be sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, 
P.O. Box 278, Goodland, KS &nbsp;67735.&nbsp; For information or condolences, visit
 <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Jenny-McClelland">www.batemanfuneral.com</a>.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Jenny-McClelland">HERE</a> for service details.

Jenny Lynn McClelland

David Ray Schlegel, 81, Clinton, Missouri, died Saturday, June 6, 2020, at his home.

Mr. Schlegel was born August 19, 1938, in Augusta, Kansas, the son of
 Harrison Benjamin and Doris Thelma (Ruggles) Schlegel.&nbsp; He was a 
resident of Missouri, for 20+ years, moving from Kansas.&nbsp;

After his retirement from the United States Navy where he served his 
country from 1955 to 1975, David was the owner of the Chief Restaurant, 
Colby, Kansas, owner of the Burger Bar Restaurant, Colby, Kansas, 
Regional Manager for Cains Coffee Company Kansas City Division, Necco 
Coffee Company, Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; During his military career, he 
earned the Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Commendation Medal, Fifth Good 
Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam 
Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Armed Forces 
Expeditionary Medal (Korea).

He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Otis, Kansas, a life 
member of VFW Post 8100, Grandview, Missouri, and a life member of 
Vietnam Veterans of America.

In 1976, he married Phyllis Diane Eberly in Atwood, Kansas.

Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Phyllis Schlegel, Clinton, Missouri; 
two sons, David Harrison Schlegel (Kimberly, Wheeling, Missouri, and 
Kenneth Ray Schlegel (Ralf, Hyde Park, Vermont; one daughter, Joanna 
Marie Burkhart, Winston, Missouri; 15 grandchildren; 11 great 
grandchildren; and two sisters, Sylvia Brooks, Nixa, Missouri, and Treva
 Schumacher, Overland Park, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Eldon Dean Schlegel; and two grandchildren.

Church visitation will be Friday, June 12, 2020, from 9:00 A.M. to 9:50 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, Otis, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Friday, June 12, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. at the 
United Methodist Church, Otis, Kansas, with Pastor Angie Vertz 
officiating.&nbsp; (The church is requiring all funeral attendees to wear masks.)&nbsp; Interment will be in the Otis Methodist Cemetery, Otis, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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>David Ray Schlegel, 81, Clinton, Missouri, died Saturday, June 6, 2020, at his home.Mr. Schlegel was born August 19, 1938, in Augusta, Kansas, the son of
 Harrison Benjamin and Doris Thelma (Ruggles) Schlegel.&nbsp; He was a 
resident of Missouri, for 20+ years, moving from Kansas.&nbsp;After his retirement from the United States Navy where he served his 
country from 1955 to 1975, David was the owner of the Chief Restaurant, 
Colby, Kansas, owner of the Burger Bar Restaurant, Colby, Kansas, 
Regional Manager for Cains Coffee Company Kansas City Division, Necco 
Coffee Company, Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; During his military career, he 
earned the Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Commendation Medal, Fifth Good 
Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam 
Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Armed Forces 
Expeditionary Medal (Korea).He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Otis, Kansas, a life 
member of VFW Post 8100, Grandview, Missouri, and a life member of 
Vietnam Veterans of America.In 1976, he married Phyllis Diane Eberly in Atwood, Kansas.Survivors include:&nbsp; his wife, Phyllis Schlegel, Clinton, Missouri; 
two sons, David Harrison Schlegel (Kimberly, Wheeling, Missouri, and 
Kenneth Ray Schlegel (Ralf, Hyde Park, Vermont; one daughter, Joanna 
Marie Burkhart, Winston, Missouri; 15 grandchildren; 11 great 
grandchildren; and two sisters, Sylvia Brooks, Nixa, Missouri, and Treva
 Schumacher, Overland Park, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Eldon Dean Schlegel; and two grandchildren.Church visitation will be Friday, June 12, 2020, from 9:00 A.M. to 9:50 A.M. at the United Methodist Church, Otis, Kansas.Funeral service will be Friday, June 12, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. at the 
United Methodist Church, Otis, Kansas, with Pastor Angie Vertz 
officiating.&nbsp; (The church is requiring all funeral attendees to wear masks.)&nbsp; Interment will be in the Otis Methodist Cemetery, Otis, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.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.

David Ray Schlegel

Virgil J. Staab, 89, Hays, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born March 5, 1931 in Catharine,
 the son of John C. and Christina (Schmeidler) Staab.&nbsp; He attended 
school in Catharine and graduated from Hays High School.&nbsp; On June 13, 
1953 he was united in marriage to Wilma T. Pfannenstiel in Hays, and 
they celebrated 51 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on
 January 3, 2005.&nbsp; He was a farmer, served in the National Guard, and 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the St. Joseph Third 
Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325.&nbsp; He was also a member of the 
Kansas Livestock Association, Kansas Polled Hereford Association, 
American Agriculture Movement, American Hereford Association, Ellis 
County 4-H Fairboard, Young Farmers, and an Ellis County 4-H Junior 
Leader sponsor.&nbsp; Virgil enjoyed working, traveling to cattle shows in 
various cities, going to church picnics, and attending county fairs to 
follow his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren with their 
various 4-H projects.

Survivors include three sons; Tim Staab
 and wife Gail, Brian Staab and wife Tonya, and Tom Staab, all of Hays, 
three daughters; Linda Robben and husband Norman of Walker, Lori Schmitt
 and husband Doug of Tipton, and Lisa Crawford and husband Ashley of 
Granite Falls, NC, a brother; Francis C. Staab of Hays, a sister; 
Mildred Pfannenstiel of Kansas City, 16 grandchildren, 23 great 
grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife; Wilma, a grandson; Kevin Staab, a great grandson; 
Landry Robben, a brother; Benno F. Staab, and a sister; Mary Bell.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 4:00
 pm until 8:00 on Friday at the church and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on 
Saturday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be 
at 6:30 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 pm, both on 
Friday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church, in 
care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Virgil may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Virgil J. Staab, 89, Hays, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.He was born March 5, 1931 in Catharine,
 the son of John C. and Christina (Schmeidler) Staab.&nbsp; He attended 
school in Catharine and graduated from Hays High School.&nbsp; On June 13, 
1953 he was united in marriage to Wilma T. Pfannenstiel in Hays, and 
they celebrated 51 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on
 January 3, 2005.&nbsp; He was a farmer, served in the National Guard, and 
was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the St. Joseph Third 
Degree Knights of Columbus Council #1325.&nbsp; He was also a member of the 
Kansas Livestock Association, Kansas Polled Hereford Association, 
American Agriculture Movement, American Hereford Association, Ellis 
County 4-H Fairboard, Young Farmers, and an Ellis County 4-H Junior 
Leader sponsor.&nbsp; Virgil enjoyed working, traveling to cattle shows in 
various cities, going to church picnics, and attending county fairs to 
follow his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren with their 
various 4-H projects.Survivors include three sons; Tim Staab
 and wife Gail, Brian Staab and wife Tonya, and Tom Staab, all of Hays, 
three daughters; Linda Robben and husband Norman of Walker, Lori Schmitt
 and husband Doug of Tipton, and Lisa Crawford and husband Ashley of 
Granite Falls, NC, a brother; Francis C. Staab of Hays, a sister; 
Mildred Pfannenstiel of Kansas City, 16 grandchildren, 23 great 
grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his 
parents, his wife; Wilma, a grandson; Kevin Staab, a great grandson; 
Landry Robben, a brother; Benno F. Staab, and a sister; Mary Bell.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 4:00
 pm until 8:00 on Friday at the church and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on 
Saturday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be 
at 6:30 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 pm, both on 
Friday at the church.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church, in 
care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Virgil may be 
shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Virgil J. Staab

Bill Rupp, age 80, of Hays, KS, passed away at his home in Hays on 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Funeral Services will be Monday, June 15, 
2020 at 11:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 
Vine Street, Hays, KS. Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 2020 from 6 
to 8 PM at the funeral chapel. Inurnment will follow the services in 
the St Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, Hays, KS.

A complete obituary is pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.

Bill Rupp, age 80, of Hays, KS, passed away at his home in Hays on 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Funeral Services will be Monday, June 15, 
2020 at 11:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 
Vine Street, Hays, KS. Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 2020 from 6 
to 8 PM at the funeral chapel. Inurnment will follow the services in 
the St Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, Hays, KS.A complete obituary is pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street, Hays, KS 67601.

Robert
 W. Fields, age 67, of Knoxville, Illinois died at 4:07 P.M. on 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home in Knoxville, Illinois. 
Robert was born on January 30, 1953 in Galesburg, Illinois the son of J.
 Marshall and Helen Louise (Hanson) Fields. He attended and graduated 
from Knoxville High School in 1972. Surviving are two sisters:
 Mary Ann (and Marvin) Blair of Pueblo, Colorado and Marsha (and David) 
Bailey of rural Gilson, Illinois; one brother, John M. (and Lynn) Fields
 of Galesburg, Illinois: Five nieces and many great nieces, nephews and 
friends.

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 </figure>Robert
 W. Fields, age 67, of Knoxville, Illinois died at 4:07 P.M. on 
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at his home in Knoxville, Illinois. 
Robert was born on January 30, 1953 in Galesburg, Illinois the son of J.
 Marshall and Helen Louise (Hanson) Fields. He attended and graduated 
from Knoxville High School in 1972. Surviving are two sisters:
 Mary Ann (and Marvin) Blair of Pueblo, Colorado and Marsha (and David) 
Bailey of rural Gilson, Illinois; one brother, John M. (and Lynn) Fields
 of Galesburg, Illinois: Five nieces and many great nieces, nephews and 
friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. He began 
working for Swanson Seed Farm, then he worked as a farm hand for the 
Bailey Farms, rural Gilson, Illinois; Phil and Jeff Johnson farm in 
rural Gilson, Illinois; he retired from Carl Sandburg College, 
Galesburg, Illinois, in the custodial department. After his retirement he
 worked the summers as grounds keeper for the city of Knoxville, Illinois. He attended Community Bible Church and was a member
 of the parking crew. Visitation will be held from 2:00 P.M. 
to 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at the Hurd-Hendricks Funeral 
Homes &amp; Crematory, family may not be present. Due to COVID-19 
restrictions face masks and social distancing required. Private 
graveside services will be held on Monday, June 15, 2020 at the Westfall
 Cemetery, Rural Victoria, Illinois. Rev. Jordan Knight Officiating. 
Memorials contributions may be made to Community Bible Church – Parking 
Crew. Online condolences or expressions of sympathy may be made through
 <a href="http://www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com" target="_blank">www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com</a>

Berdetta B. Branan was called to Heaven on April 13, 2020, at 
Mennonite Friendship Community, South Hutchinson, KS. Berdetta was born 
October 10, 1925, in Beloit, KS to Everitt and Burnettie (Sloan) 
Burkhead. She grew up on the family farm seven miles south of Beloit 
with her three siblings and her loving parents.

Berdetta graduated from Beloit High School after attending a one room
 school house less than a half mile from the family farmstead. Berdetta 
then attended Colorado Women's College in Denver, CO, for two years and 
then continued her education at Kansas State University in Manhattan, 
KS. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics and then 
returned to the Beloit farmstead to teach school in the one room school 
house that she attended as a child.

The following fall Berdetta was married to Robert Lynn Branan and 
returned to Manhattan for her new husband to finish up his last year of 
his college education. The young couple moved to Claflin where they 
started a family. Robert and Berdetta divorced twenty three years later.
 Berdetta stayed in Claflin to raise her children and live her life. 
Berdetta was an avid reader and was active in Independent Township 
Public Library serving on the board for two terms. Berdetta was active 
in the United Methodist Women's organization. She loved to sew and her 
favorite sewing projects was making costumes for Cabbage Patch Dolls for
 her friends grandchildren. Berdetta doted on her one grandchild 
treating him like he was a little prince.

Berdetta is survived by her children; Laurie Branan of Independence, 
MO, Thomas Branan of Claflin, KS, and James Branan of Hutchinson, KS; a 
grandson, Dexter Branan and wife Olive; and great-grandchild David. 
Preceding her in death are her parents, Everitt and Burnettie Burkhead; 
her first born, Baby Boy Branan; two sisters Joan Apple, and Ihla 
Miller; and a brother, Melvin Burkhead.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
services will be 11:00 a.m., June 27, 2020, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, with John Radenberg presiding. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are 
suggested to the Independent Township Public Library, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Berdetta B. Branan was called to Heaven on April 13, 2020, at 
Mennonite Friendship Community, South Hutchinson, KS. Berdetta was born 
October 10, 1925, in Beloit, KS to Everitt and Burnettie (Sloan) 
Burkhead. She grew up on the family farm seven miles south of Beloit 
with her three siblings and her loving parents.Berdetta graduated from Beloit High School after attending a one room
 school house less than a half mile from the family farmstead. Berdetta 
then attended Colorado Women's College in Denver, CO, for two years and 
then continued her education at Kansas State University in Manhattan, 
KS. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics and then 
returned to the Beloit farmstead to teach school in the one room school 
house that she attended as a child.The following fall Berdetta was married to Robert Lynn Branan and 
returned to Manhattan for her new husband to finish up his last year of 
his college education. The young couple moved to Claflin where they 
started a family. Robert and Berdetta divorced twenty three years later.
 Berdetta stayed in Claflin to raise her children and live her life. 
Berdetta was an avid reader and was active in Independent Township 
Public Library serving on the board for two terms. Berdetta was active 
in the United Methodist Women's organization. She loved to sew and her 
favorite sewing projects was making costumes for Cabbage Patch Dolls for
 her friends grandchildren. Berdetta doted on her one grandchild 
treating him like he was a little prince.Berdetta is survived by her children; Laurie Branan of Independence, 
MO, Thomas Branan of Claflin, KS, and James Branan of Hutchinson, KS; a 
grandson, Dexter Branan and wife Olive; and great-grandchild David. 
Preceding her in death are her parents, Everitt and Burnettie Burkhead; 
her first born, Baby Boy Branan; two sisters Joan Apple, and Ihla 
Miller; and a brother, Melvin Burkhead.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
services will be 11:00 a.m., June 27, 2020, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral 
Home, with John Radenberg presiding. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are 
suggested to the Independent Township Public Library, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Berdetta B. Branan

Tuesday, September 9th, 1941 - Sunday, June 7th, 2020

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Tuesday, September 9th, 1941 - Sunday, June 7th, 2020An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Jackie Lee Fossett

An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

May 15, 1988 ~ June 9, 2020An obituary and services are pending with Bateman Funeral Home.

Dale Seaman, 94, of Osborne, KS passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 
at Parkview Care Center in Osborne, KS. &nbsp;He was born in Bloomington, KS 
on April 28, 1926 to the late Gabriel &amp; Helen (Boultinghouse) 
Seaman.

Dale attended school locally and&nbsp;served in the U. S. Army during WWII in the 6th Infantry.

He married Corrina K. Bliss &amp; to&nbsp;this union 2 children were born. &nbsp;He&nbsp;worked as a construction worker on dams &amp; roads.

Dale was preceded in death by his wife, Corrina in 2014.

He is survived by his daughter, Janice Wilcoxson of Osborne, KS; son:
 David Seaman of Chandler, AZ; 5 grandchildren &amp; 6 
great-grandchildren.

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

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 </figure>Dale Seaman, 94, of Osborne, KS passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 
at Parkview Care Center in Osborne, KS. &nbsp;He was born in Bloomington, KS 
on April 28, 1926 to the late Gabriel &amp; Helen (Boultinghouse) 
Seaman.Dale attended school locally and&nbsp;served in the U. S. Army during WWII in the 6th Infantry.He married Corrina K. Bliss &amp; to&nbsp;this union 2 children were born. &nbsp;He&nbsp;worked as a construction worker on dams &amp; roads.Dale was preceded in death by his wife, Corrina in 2014.He is survived by his daughter, Janice Wilcoxson of Osborne, KS; son:
 David Seaman of Chandler, AZ; 5 grandchildren &amp; 6 
great-grandchildren.Click <a href="https://www.clarkgashawfh.com/obituary/Dale-Seaman">HERE</a> for service details.

Dale Seaman

David A. Nelson, 44, died June 8, 2020, at Ascension Via 
Christi – St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. He was born December 2, 1975, in
 Great Bend, Kansas. David was the son of Curtis and Jan (Lupton) 
Nelson. He graduated from Claflin High School in 1995 and then later 
from North Central Kansas Technical College, Beloit, Kansas. 

A lifetime Barton County resident, David was the owner and 
service tech for Central Kansas Commercial Laundry. David’s three most 
important things in life were his work, family, and friends.

On July 17, 2010, he married Carissa Voos in Great Bend, Kansas. 

He is survived by his wife of the home, Carissa Nelson; 
children; Samantha, Sara, Zander, Micah, Lauren, and Macy; honorary 
daughters, Monica, Megan, and Leah; sisters, Alethea Nelson of Las 
Vegas, Nevada, and Jennifer Garcia and husband Frank of Harrison, 
Arkansas; biological father, Tim Miller and wife Cathy; and Michael and 
Becky of Great Bend; grandmother, Deon Lupton of Great Bend; 
parents-in-law, Bob &amp; Elaine Voos of Russell; previous wife, Alisha 
Stroede; grandchildren, Harper, Daisy, Carter, and Chase; and many 
aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Jan Nelson.

Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday with family to greet friends from 4-6 p.m.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 15, 2020, at
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Dennis presiding. A 
private family inurnment will take place at a later date in Claflin 
Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas. 

Memorials may be made to the Crohns and Colitis Foundation, 
in care of the Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

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 </figure>David A. Nelson, 44, died June 8, 2020, at Ascension Via 
Christi – St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. He was born December 2, 1975, in
 Great Bend, Kansas. David was the son of Curtis and Jan (Lupton) 
Nelson. He graduated from Claflin High School in 1995 and then later 
from North Central Kansas Technical College, Beloit, Kansas. A lifetime Barton County resident, David was the owner and 
service tech for Central Kansas Commercial Laundry. David’s three most 
important things in life were his work, family, and friends.On July 17, 2010, he married Carissa Voos in Great Bend, Kansas. He is survived by his wife of the home, Carissa Nelson; 
children; Samantha, Sara, Zander, Micah, Lauren, and Macy; honorary 
daughters, Monica, Megan, and Leah; sisters, Alethea Nelson of Las 
Vegas, Nevada, and Jennifer Garcia and husband Frank of Harrison, 
Arkansas; biological father, Tim Miller and wife Cathy; and Michael and 
Becky of Great Bend; grandmother, Deon Lupton of Great Bend; 
parents-in-law, Bob &amp; Elaine Voos of Russell; previous wife, Alisha 
Stroede; grandchildren, Harper, Daisy, Carter, and Chase; and many 
aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Jan Nelson.Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday with family to greet friends from 4-6 p.m.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 15, 2020, at
 Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Dennis presiding. A 
private family inurnment will take place at a later date in Claflin 
Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas. Memorials may be made to the Crohns and Colitis Foundation, 
in care of the Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

David A. Nelson

Troy Alan Stites, 52, of Lindsborg, KS, passed away on June 2, 2020, peacefully at Salina Regional Hospital in Salina, KS.

Troy was born in Phillipsburg, KS, to Wayne and Sherry (Hadley) Stites on March 27, 1968.

He grew up and attended school in Phillipsburg, KS. Upon graduation, 
he attended Dodge City Community College and Goodland Votech, majoring 
in Telecommunications.

Troy is preceded in death by Grandparents; Glen and Elvena Stites of 
Hill City, KS; Leland and Lucille Hadley of Phillipsburg, KS.

Troy is survived by his parents Wayne and Sherry Stites of McPherson,
 KS; his children, Daughter Taylor Stucky and husband Sam of McPherson, 
KS; Son T.J. Stites of Shaw AFB, South Carolina; Son Tyson Stites a 
student at Pitt State; and by the mother of his children, Ranae Stites 
of McPherson, KS. He is also survived by his three siblings, Sister 
Tonya Keeten and husband Greg of Glade, KS; Sister Trisha Alexander and 
husband Josh of McPherson, KS; Brother Travis Stites and Wife Alyssa of 
Phillipsburg, KS; as well as his first expected grandchild, along with 
many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Cremation was chosen. A private family service will be held.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Troy A. Stites Memorial 
Fund in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 563, 
Phillipsburg, KS 67661.

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 </figure>Troy Alan Stites, 52, of Lindsborg, KS, passed away on June 2, 2020, peacefully at Salina Regional Hospital in Salina, KS.Troy was born in Phillipsburg, KS, to Wayne and Sherry (Hadley) Stites on March 27, 1968.He grew up and attended school in Phillipsburg, KS. Upon graduation, 
he attended Dodge City Community College and Goodland Votech, majoring 
in Telecommunications.Troy is preceded in death by Grandparents; Glen and Elvena Stites of 
Hill City, KS; Leland and Lucille Hadley of Phillipsburg, KS.Troy is survived by his parents Wayne and Sherry Stites of McPherson,
 KS; his children, Daughter Taylor Stucky and husband Sam of McPherson, 
KS; Son T.J. Stites of Shaw AFB, South Carolina; Son Tyson Stites a 
student at Pitt State; and by the mother of his children, Ranae Stites 
of McPherson, KS. He is also survived by his three siblings, Sister 
Tonya Keeten and husband Greg of Glade, KS; Sister Trisha Alexander and 
husband Josh of McPherson, KS; Brother Travis Stites and Wife Alyssa of 
Phillipsburg, KS; as well as his first expected grandchild, along with 
many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.Cremation was chosen. A private family service will be held.Memorial contributions may be made to the Troy A. Stites Memorial 
Fund in care of the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 563, 
Phillipsburg, KS 67661.

Troy Alan Stites

Kathleen “Kathy” Marie Rains, 71, of Oakley, died Sunday, June 7, 2020, 
at the Logan County Hospital. She was born January 31, 1949, in Selden, 
KS, to Leonard and Elda (Kincaid) Brown. Kathy graduated from Selden 
High School in 1967 and attended Goodland Vo-Tech for cosmetology. On 
February 21, 1971, Kathy married Mike Rummel and they moved to Oakley. 
To this union two children were born, daughter Jodee and son Kelly. 
After Mike’s passing, Kathy married Jeffrey Rains, in 1998. Kathy worked
 many jobs to support her family, most recently working for the Logan 
County Hospital. Her most treasured job was driving bus and getting to 
know the children who rode it. Kathy loved to spend time with family and
 friends. She enjoyed a rum and coke, a chocolate malt from the Dairy 
King and hot tamales. Kathy also liked to spend her free time gambling,
 doing yard work and making mints for weddings. She loved attending her 
grandchildren’s activities. Kathy was a member of the Bethesda Lutheran 
Church, in Page City. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Elda; step-dad, 
Albert “Red” Campbell; husbands, Mike Rummel and Jeffrey Rains; sister 
Deanna Heffington and brothers-in-law, Jerry Heffington, Joe Kruse and 
Leon Werth. 
Kathy is survived by her children, Jodee (Doug) Reed, of Oakley and 
Kelly (Flora) Rummel, of Quinter; sisters, Janice Kruse, of Selden, 
Shirley (Omar) Weber, of Colby and Charlene (Garry) Hollandworth, of 
WaKeeney; grandchildren, Julie and Pierce Rummel, K.J., Michael and 
McCulley Reed and many nieces and nephews. 
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to everyone at the Logan
 County Hospital for their loving care, patience and compassion. You are
 truly appreciated. 
The family will receive friends from 4-8:00 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020 
at The Cave, Oakley. A private graveside service will take place at the 
Oakley City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family to be 
designated later and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

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 </figure>Kathleen “Kathy” Marie Rains, 71, of Oakley, died Sunday, June 7, 2020, 
at the Logan County Hospital. She was born January 31, 1949, in Selden, 
KS, to Leonard and Elda (Kincaid) Brown. Kathy graduated from Selden 
High School in 1967 and attended Goodland Vo-Tech for cosmetology. On 
February 21, 1971, Kathy married Mike Rummel and they moved to Oakley. 
To this union two children were born, daughter Jodee and son Kelly. 
After Mike’s passing, Kathy married Jeffrey Rains, in 1998. Kathy worked
 many jobs to support her family, most recently working for the Logan 
County Hospital. Her most treasured job was driving bus and getting to 
know the children who rode it. Kathy loved to spend time with family and
 friends. She enjoyed a rum and coke, a chocolate malt from the Dairy 
King and hot tamales. Kathy also liked to spend her free time gambling,
 doing yard work and making mints for weddings. She loved attending her 
grandchildren’s activities. Kathy was a member of the Bethesda Lutheran 
Church, in Page City. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Elda; step-dad, 
Albert “Red” Campbell; husbands, Mike Rummel and Jeffrey Rains; sister 
Deanna Heffington and brothers-in-law, Jerry Heffington, Joe Kruse and 
Leon Werth. 
Kathy is survived by her children, Jodee (Doug) Reed, of Oakley and 
Kelly (Flora) Rummel, of Quinter; sisters, Janice Kruse, of Selden, 
Shirley (Omar) Weber, of Colby and Charlene (Garry) Hollandworth, of 
WaKeeney; grandchildren, Julie and Pierce Rummel, K.J., Michael and 
McCulley Reed and many nieces and nephews. 
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to everyone at the Logan
 County Hospital for their loving care, patience and compassion. You are
 truly appreciated. 
The family will receive friends from 4-8:00 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020 
at The Cave, Oakley. A private graveside service will take place at the 
Oakley City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family to be 
designated later and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 
391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com

Kathleen 'Kathy' Marie Rains

Frances J. (Vopat) Claussen passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at the 
Ellsworth County Medical Center in Ellsworth, Kansas, at the age of 86.&nbsp;She was born on March 8, 1934 in Rural Lincoln County, Kansas to Joseph 
G. and Pauline M. (Kral) Vopat. 
 Frances moved to the Helus Farm when she was 5. As a young girl, she
 helped her parents with chores which included cooking, washing, 
gathering eggs, and milking cows.
 Frances attended Mt. Ayer School for 8 years. She walked 
approximately three miles to school with her brother Richard. Winter 
walks were especially challenging because of the snow. During bad 
weather, a horse was her mode of transportation to school. Her seventh 
grade teacher was Van Earle Claussen, who later in life became her 
brother-in-law. Frances attended Wilson High School where her favorite 
subject was Algebra. 
 At the start of her senior year she dated an attractive young man, 
Loyal Claussen. Her first date was to a barn dance. Following her 
graduation, she lived with Harry and Bertha Claussen while Loyal served 
in the Korean War. During this time, she worked at Crown Laundry in 
Salina. On May 23, 1955 Frances was united in marriage to Loyal and in 
1964 they moved to the Laverna Hunter Farm. It had just been remodeled 
with all the modern conveniences. She lived there approximately 50 years
 before the house burned in 2011. A new house was constructed on the 
same site in 2012.
 Frances and Loyal had four children: Beverly, Nancy, Brad, and Dawn.
 They attended and supported many sporting events, music programs, 
dances, plays, speeches, and activities. Frances’ children think of her 
as a wonderful mother who was very caring, loving, and always 
hard-working. House cleaning was always a huge part of her life for over
 40 years. She also enjoyed sewing and flowers. She loved doing for 
others and lived each day to the fullest. Frances was also a member of 
the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. 
 She is survived by her children, Beverly (Larry) Vasko, Nancy 
(Randy) Peschka, Brad (Dorothy) Claussen, and Dawn (John) Dolezal; eight
 grandchildren, Ryan (Amber) Peschka, Amy (Scott) Phillips, Kelvi 
(Karlton) Place, Stacy Vasko, Courtney (Adam) Kramer, Ryan Claussen, 
Curtis Dolezal, and Colby (Sydney Rugan) Dolezal; 11 
great-grandchildren, Lainey, Mallory, and Landon Peschka, Kinly, Kari, 
and Kaci Place, AJ Kramer, Aubrey Hudson, Logan Kirkbride, Leo Kramer, 
and Cory Davenport; and brother, Joe (Sheryl) Vopat.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Pauline; husband, 
Loyal; brother, Richard Vopat; and great-granddaughter, Karaline Place.

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 </figure>Frances J. (Vopat) Claussen passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at the 
Ellsworth County Medical Center in Ellsworth, Kansas, at the age of 86.&nbsp;She was born on March 8, 1934 in Rural Lincoln County, Kansas to Joseph 
G. and Pauline M. (Kral) Vopat. 
 Frances moved to the Helus Farm when she was 5. As a young girl, she
 helped her parents with chores which included cooking, washing, 
gathering eggs, and milking cows.
 Frances attended Mt. Ayer School for 8 years. She walked 
approximately three miles to school with her brother Richard. Winter 
walks were especially challenging because of the snow. During bad 
weather, a horse was her mode of transportation to school. Her seventh 
grade teacher was Van Earle Claussen, who later in life became her 
brother-in-law. Frances attended Wilson High School where her favorite 
subject was Algebra. 
 At the start of her senior year she dated an attractive young man, 
Loyal Claussen. Her first date was to a barn dance. Following her 
graduation, she lived with Harry and Bertha Claussen while Loyal served 
in the Korean War. During this time, she worked at Crown Laundry in 
Salina. On May 23, 1955 Frances was united in marriage to Loyal and in 
1964 they moved to the Laverna Hunter Farm. It had just been remodeled 
with all the modern conveniences. She lived there approximately 50 years
 before the house burned in 2011. A new house was constructed on the 
same site in 2012.
 Frances and Loyal had four children: Beverly, Nancy, Brad, and Dawn.
 They attended and supported many sporting events, music programs, 
dances, plays, speeches, and activities. Frances’ children think of her 
as a wonderful mother who was very caring, loving, and always 
hard-working. House cleaning was always a huge part of her life for over
 40 years. She also enjoyed sewing and flowers. She loved doing for 
others and lived each day to the fullest. Frances was also a member of 
the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. 
 She is survived by her children, Beverly (Larry) Vasko, Nancy 
(Randy) Peschka, Brad (Dorothy) Claussen, and Dawn (John) Dolezal; eight
 grandchildren, Ryan (Amber) Peschka, Amy (Scott) Phillips, Kelvi 
(Karlton) Place, Stacy Vasko, Courtney (Adam) Kramer, Ryan Claussen, 
Curtis Dolezal, and Colby (Sydney Rugan) Dolezal; 11 
great-grandchildren, Lainey, Mallory, and Landon Peschka, Kinly, Kari, 
and Kaci Place, AJ Kramer, Aubrey Hudson, Logan Kirkbride, Leo Kramer, 
and Cory Davenport; and brother, Joe (Sheryl) Vopat.
 She is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Pauline; husband, 
Loyal; brother, Richard Vopat; and great-granddaughter, Karaline Place.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Frances-J-Claussen?obId=13952980#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Frances J. Claussen

Dennis Henry Kilian, 78, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday evening, June 5, 2020 at his residence.

Dennis was born November 29, 1941 in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was one of five children born to Sam and Alma (Mai) Kilian.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the Class of ’59.

Dennis worked for Praytor Construction and Pipeline for over 16 years laying pipe.&nbsp; He also was a farmer most of his life.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church of Russell.&nbsp; He was known for his huge garden and giving away to family and friends all his produce.&nbsp; He enjoyed cooking as well.

Dennis’ surviving family include his daughters, Michelle Pitcock (John) of Russell, Kansas, Holly Hall (Tracy) of Russell, Kansas and Darci Baker (Randy) of Russell, Kansas; son, Tony Kilian (Sharyn) of Russell, Kansas; brother, William “Bill” Kilian of Russell, Kansas; nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Lori Kilian, brother Donald Kilian and sisters Patricia Walker and Betty Dumler.

Celebration of Dennis’ Life and gathering will be held at 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Chet’s Place in Russell. The family will be doing a private burial of ashes at a later date.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as Dennis Kilian Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Dennis Henry Kilian, 78, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday evening, June 5, 2020 at his residence.Dennis was born November 29, 1941 in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; He was one of five children born to Sam and Alma (Mai) Kilian.&nbsp; He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the Class of ’59.Dennis worked for Praytor Construction and Pipeline for over 16 years laying pipe.&nbsp; He also was a farmer most of his life.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church of Russell.&nbsp; He was known for his huge garden and giving away to family and friends all his produce.&nbsp; He enjoyed cooking as well.Dennis’ surviving family include his daughters, Michelle Pitcock (John) of Russell, Kansas, Holly Hall (Tracy) of Russell, Kansas and Darci Baker (Randy) of Russell, Kansas; son, Tony Kilian (Sharyn) of Russell, Kansas; brother, William “Bill” Kilian of Russell, Kansas; nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Lori Kilian, brother Donald Kilian and sisters Patricia Walker and Betty Dumler.Celebration of Dennis’ Life and gathering will be held at 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Chet’s Place in Russell. The family will be doing a private burial of ashes at a later date.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as Dennis Kilian Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Dennis Henry Kilian

Maxine Elda Leah Maresch, 102, Rush Center, Kansas, died Sunday, June
 7, 2020, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La 
Crosse, Kansas.

Maxine was born August 18, 1917, at the family farm southwest of Rush
 Center, Kansas, the daughter of Jacob Henry and Mary Josephine Barbara 
(Meyer) Weltmer.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; A
 1939 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, she worked 
alongside her husband, Lester as a farm wife and homemaker.

Maxine was a member of the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, 
Kansas, the Rush County Historical Society, La Crosse, Kansas, Ellis 
County Historical Society, Hays, Kansas, and the Kansas Genealogical 
Society, Dodge City, Kansas, Walnut Valley Senior Center, Rush Center, 
Kansas, and Sixty Plus Club, La Crosse, Kansas.

On June 8, 1941, she married Lester Wolter Maresch at Rush Center, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death February 28, 1988.

Survivors include:&nbsp; one son, Daryl Maresch (Shirley, Nekoma, Kansas;
 three daughters, Bonita Oliva (Leo, Woodston, Kansas, Sharon Hays 
(David, Rush Center, Kansas, and Judy Coen, Hays, Kansas; seven 
grandchildren, Daniel Pabst, Logan, Kansas, Dana Pabst, Jacksonville, 
Oregon, Michael Hays (Michelle, Eaton, Colorado, Matthew Hays 
(Kimberly, Perry, Kansas, Nathan Maresch (Shu Hua, New Cambria, 
Kansas, Jenna Hardy (Nathan, Norton, Kansas, and Timothy Maresch, 
Miami, Florida; nine great grandchildren; and five great great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one brother, 
Claude Weltmer; and two sisters, Fern Davidson, and Ruth Hauenstein.

There will be a private graveside service and interment.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Shriners Hospitals for Children Burn Centers or Gideons International.

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 </figure>Maxine Elda Leah Maresch, 102, Rush Center, Kansas, died Sunday, June
 7, 2020, at Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La 
Crosse, Kansas.Maxine was born August 18, 1917, at the family farm southwest of Rush
 Center, Kansas, the daughter of Jacob Henry and Mary Josephine Barbara 
(Meyer) Weltmer.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; A
 1939 graduate of La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, she worked 
alongside her husband, Lester as a farm wife and homemaker.Maxine was a member of the United Methodist Church, La Crosse, 
Kansas, the Rush County Historical Society, La Crosse, Kansas, Ellis 
County Historical Society, Hays, Kansas, and the Kansas Genealogical 
Society, Dodge City, Kansas, Walnut Valley Senior Center, Rush Center, 
Kansas, and Sixty Plus Club, La Crosse, Kansas.On June 8, 1941, she married Lester Wolter Maresch at Rush Center, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death February 28, 1988.Survivors include:&nbsp; one son, Daryl Maresch (Shirley, Nekoma, Kansas;
 three daughters, Bonita Oliva (Leo, Woodston, Kansas, Sharon Hays 
(David, Rush Center, Kansas, and Judy Coen, Hays, Kansas; seven 
grandchildren, Daniel Pabst, Logan, Kansas, Dana Pabst, Jacksonville, 
Oregon, Michael Hays (Michelle, Eaton, Colorado, Matthew Hays 
(Kimberly, Perry, Kansas, Nathan Maresch (Shu Hua, New Cambria, 
Kansas, Jenna Hardy (Nathan, Norton, Kansas, and Timothy Maresch, 
Miami, Florida; nine great grandchildren; and five great great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one brother, 
Claude Weltmer; and two sisters, Fern Davidson, and Ruth Hauenstein.There will be a private graveside service and interment.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the 
Shriners Hospitals for Children Burn Centers or Gideons International.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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